He hadn’t always just been my brother’s best friend. There was a time when he was mine, too. Until he disappeared from our small town when I needed him the most.Now, Caden’s back. With his cocky smirk and infuriating nicknames. And I’m struggling to ignore his presence.When my ex refuses to leave me alone, Caden steps in, suggesting that it will get my ex and Caden’s calculating father off both our backs if we just pretend to be madly in love.There’s just one problem… Nothing I feel for Caden Shaw is fake—even when I thought I hated him. And there’s no denying how the touch of his lips sparks a flame I’ll never be able to extinguish.As those pretend moments start to turn oh so real, someone’s watching. They’re not happy about Caden’s new role in my life. And they’ll do anything to rip me away from him—even burn us all to the ground… Read more

Cora had it all, a doting husband, two wonderful daughters, an amazing career, and a beautiful home. She was living the dream; until…it all came crashing down like a stack of cards.Starting over was never in her plans— not when she’d spent more than half of her life with a man she’d planned to grow old with. Yet here she was in her prime getting divorced from a husband who’d ignored their vows.Old wounds return when she receives word of the passing of her estranged father.Making the trip back to her childhood hometown of Oak Harbor, memories resurface, and she is forced to relive the day everything changed.Now unable to run away from the responsibility of running the family business, and taking care of her sick mother, Cora must make time to mend her relationship with the woman whom she partly blamed for not being there when she needed her the most. She’ll also have to make amends with her sisters that have become more like acquaintances than blood.Will Cora finally make amends with her mother?Will old betrayals sully the path for the sisters to reconcile, or will Cora be able to convince them that she’s a changed woman, prepared to be there for them this time?Is a happy ending still possible for her?Lose yourself in this new women's fiction series that includes friendship, love, and loss among the Hamilton family & friends. A heartwarming cast of characters that has the backdrop of Oak Harbor’s coastal serene landscapes and crystal blue waters. Read more

From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Douglas comes the thrilling, final installment in the Devil’s Night series…What happens when it's five against one and nowhere to run? EMORYThey call it Blackchurch. A secluded mansion in a remote, undisclosed location where the wealthy and powerful send their misbehaving sons to cool off away from prying eyes. Will Grayson has always been an animal, though. Reckless, wild, and someone who was never bound by a single rule other than to do exactly what he wanted. There was no way his grandfather was going risk him humiliating the family again. Not that the last time was entirely his fault. He might’ve enjoyed backing me into corners in high school when no one was looking, so they wouldn’t catch on that Mr. Popular actually wanted a piece of that quiet, little nerd he loved to torture so much, but…He could also be warm. And fierce in keeping me safe. The truth is… He has a right to hate me. It’s all my fault. Everything. Devils Night. The videos. The arrests. I’m to blame for all of it. And I regret nothing. WILLI never minded being locked up. I learned a long time ago that being treated like an animal gives you permission to act like one. No one has ever looked at me any other way. Their only mistake is believing anything I do is an accident. I can sit in this house with no Internet, television, liquor, or girls, but I’ll come out of here with something far more frightening to my enemies. A plan. And a new pack of wolves. I just didn’t expect one of my enemies to come to me. I don’t know who smuggled her in or if they meant to leave her here, but I can smell her hiding in the house. She’s here. And as the security detail leaves the supplies, the gates close, and the door to my gilded cage opens, giving me free reign of the house and grounds for another unsupervised month, I remember with a smile… Blackchurch houses five prisoners. I’m only one of her problems.*Nightfall is a full-length, romantic suspense suitable for readers 18+. It’s necessary to read the prior installments in the series before starting this story. Read more

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Nash Hartley has always been my everything: Protector. Partner in crime. Best friend. The person who was there for me in my darkest hour.But my heart wanted so much more. So, when I knew for certain Nash didn’t feel the same about me, I tried to move on. What a mistake that turned out to be.Now, I’m back in our small town, desperate to escape my living nightmare, and the only person I want to see is him.As secrets are revealed, and Nash finds out what happened to me, he’ll do anything to keep me safe.But there are those who will do anything to stop him, and this time neither of us may make out alive… Read more

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Alissa Lewis is looking for more than just inspiration… she needs an escape.After being unceremoniously fired from the newspaper she where worked for years, Alissa feels lost and uncertain. On a whim, she books a getaway to a literary themed B&B near a small beachfront town called Blueberry Bay.She’s hoping a change of scenery will give her a fresh start, and from the moment she arrives, she’s enchanted by the beautiful landscapes and friendly people. As luck would have it, an opportunity to extend her stay arises when she finds out that the local paper is hiring. There’s only one problem—the man who runs it is as grumpy as he is intriguing.Dane Taylor is from New York, and unlike Alissa, he’s skeptical of the peaceful charm small-town life has to offer. But as the two of them begin to work together, Alissa realizes they have more in common than she first thought. And as Dane reveals his softer side, feelings start to develop that neither of them expected.Shaking things up even more, Alissa’s twin sister Caitlin pays a surprise visit and admits that her marriage is in trouble.As the sisters lean on each other through the changes and challenges they face, Alissa realizes she’s at a crossroads between the life she thought she wanted and the true meaning of happiness.She thought Blueberry Bay would be her escape, but instead, it’s starting to feel a lot like... home.Nestled against the beautiful New England town of Whale Harbor, Blueberry Bay is a cozy coastal town with sandy beaches and a cast of characters who’ll make you laugh, smile, and be swept away. If you enjoy clean romance and stories that celebrate family and friendship, this series is for you! Read more

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Escape to Marigold Island, a charming New England town with a cast of characters who will come to feel like old friends!Lydia Walker and Angela Collins both need a fresh start.A year ago, Lydia became a widow at thirty-eight when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter, Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. She feels stuck, uncertain of how to carry out her husband’s final wish that she do something that scares her.Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life—a beautiful little boy, a loving husband, and a good career. But that all comes crumbling down when she returns home early one afternoon and discovers that her husband is having an affair.Struggling with grief and loss, both women head to Marigold Island, an idyllic small town with white sand beaches and happy childhood memories.A chance meeting between the two old friends sparks an idea that’s as exciting as it is terrifying. They decide to buy the historic Beachside Inn, renovate it, and re-open it.Along the way, they’ll encounter a cranky landscaper who may have a soft side hidden beneath his gruff exterior, plumbing mishaps, old acquaintances, and unexpected competition from a big hotel.Will Lydia and Angela get the second chance they’re hoping for? Or will their dreams of re-opening the Beachside Inn be dashed before they even get off the ground?Come dip your toes in the crystal blue waters of Marigold Island, a fictional island town tucked in next to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. This heartwarming and uplifting women’s fiction will take you on a journey of healing, friendship, family, faith, and love. Read more

★★ Now An Amazon Top 20 Bestseller! ★★A dog named Slipper almost ruined my life.The uncatchable stray snuck on the patio where I was waitressing and knocked me straight into Lee Powell's lap.My fist slammed into his junk.Then I accidentally flipped his breakfast platter onto his pants.I thought it couldn't get any worse, but when I bring my brother to baseball practice, I discover his new coach is none other than Lee, owner and founder of Powell Dog Sanctuary, and he's not happy to see me.I try to keep my distance from the hottest grump I've ever seen and ignore what it felt like curled against his broad, muscled chest.But a bad case of the flu changes everything.He stumbles on to my biggest secret and reveals a few of his own. He can't seem to stay away from me. He says he's too old for me, but I couldn't care less when he makes me feel cherished.But then his past raises its ugly head, and he breaks our connection in a moment of suspicion.Lee's afraid of being hurt again, but I'm the one left abandoned. Read more

Everything in Rachelle’s life is perfect — until Diana March and The Cooking Channel flip her world upside down.Rachelle is a year out of culinary school, working as a sous chef at an estimable restaurant in the Historic District of Nantucket. Despite her youth, she’s sure she’ll be named head chef soon — and she harbors a marvelous crush on one of the waiters, a handsome islander named Eddie.Her life is a dream.But one day, Rachelle’s boss announces a dramatic shift. The Cooking Channel plans to feature Rachelle’s restaurant on television, and they’ve named Diana March head chef, instead of Rachelle.Like the rest of the world, Rachelle thinks she knows everything about Diana March. She’s rich, successful, and talented — but not half as successful and talented as her handsome chef husband, Ryan March.But Ryan March is nowhere to be seen. Did Diana come to Nantucket without him? They haven’t done a cooking show without the other in more than twenty years! Rachelle stirs with questions.As Rachelle and Diana work side-by-side in the Nantucket kitchen, Rachelle learns that everything on television is a lie—and the truth lurks far beneath the surface. It's important to protect it—as a way to protect yourself.More than that: Diana teaches Rachelle about the dangers of the culinary world, especially for women.Women must stick together, rather than tear one another apart.Stroke of Luck is book eight of The Coleman Series, a heart-wrenching yet hopeful family drama that unfolds between the glittering shores of Nantucket Island and Martha's Vineyard. Read more

It’s summer in Blueberry Bay, and that means fireflies, festivals, and family gatherings!As June rolls around, Alissa Lewis has never been happier. She and Dane are working together to turn The Outlet into a premier newspaper and magazine, and her debut novel is in bookstores around the country. And she’s eager to take part in the upcoming summer festival that’s been the talk of the town.But the closer the festival gets, the more she notices Dane is acting strangely, prompting her to wonder if their relationship isn’t as solid as she thought it was. Is there trouble in paradise, or is there some other reason for Dane’s odd behavior? What secret is he hiding?Meanwhile, Caitlin is struggling to save her marriage, but she doesn’t know how to fix things with James—especially after she finds out that he’s been keeping a secret of his own.And for Hannah Jenkins, summer is a time for daydreaming about the future. Although she loves music, she’s torn between moving away to pursue a musical career and staying in town to help her father run his restaurant. But when a handsome young man named Luke comes to Blueberry Bay to visit his aunt and uncle for the summer, he helps Hannah realize that she’s been letting fear hold her back.Is she brave enough to spread her wings and take a leap of faith?Nestled against the beautiful New England town of Whale Harbor, Blueberry Bay is a cozy coastal town with sandy beaches and a cast of characters who’ll make you laugh, smile, and be swept away. If you enjoy clean romance and stories that celebrate family and friendship, this series is for you! Read more

Be brave. Just for sixty seconds. Twenty breaths.It took every ounce of my courage to return to the small town I fled all those years ago. But I should’ve known he’d hate me. How could he not when my father’s blood still runs through my veins?Yet here I am, desperate for a chance to make things right. Even if it means facing the family my father almost destroyed and the boy with the dark eyes—now grown—who still haunts my dreams.I never expected just how explosive things would turn between us. He’s the last person I should want. Yet, somehow, I keep drawing closer—so close I know I’ll end up burned. But Hayes is a good man, a noble one. Someone who channeled his pain into a career spent protecting those around him. So, when the threats begin, he steps in to keep me safe. And we discover that maybe neither of us knew the other at all. As the sparks between us ignite into something deeper, someone watches. And they’ll do anything to tear it all apart… Read more

New York Times Bestselling author Corinne Michaels brings a new sweet and endearing love story to life in the third standalone in the Arrowood Brothers series.Devney Maxwell has been my best friend since we were six years old, but she has no idea I’m in love with her.Even when I’m on the road playing professional baseball, she’s my home—the only one I’ve ever known. But when I return to Sugarloaf to care for the family farm, I discover she’s trying to talk herself into a life with the wrong man … and I become desperate.It only takes a single, perfect kiss to change everything.I have six months to get it right with Devney—to convince her to leave this small town and turn that kiss into forever.I aim to do just that as I spend my days coaching her nephew’s baseball team, fixing up the farm, and loving her with all I have. Finally, it seems like our relationship is secure and we’ll find a way to make it work.Then tragedy strikes ... changing her life forever. She’s needed here more than ever, but as for me—there’s no way I can stay.I know she’s the one for me, but I might have to let her go ... Read more

New York Times Bestselling author Corinne Michaels brings the second emotional and riveting standalone second chance love story in the Arrowood Brothers series.I fell in love with Sydney Hastings when I was ten years old.At sixteen, we whispered promises of forever.When I was twenty-two I broke them all. I left her and promised never to return to this small town.After my father's death, I’m forced to go home to Sugarloaf for six months. She'll be everywhere, no longer just in my memories and regrets.When we’re together, it’s as though time never stopped. She’s still the one I want, but I don’t deserve her. Instead of apologizing, I take that beautiful, broken woman in my arms.But after that, it’s her turn to leave me.Now I have to fight. For her. For us. For the life we both want … Read more

A treasured necklace that could unlock a family mystery. But why has it been hidden away for sixty years?With her thirtieth birthday on the horizon, Anna Kotze has accepted that there are some family secrets she’ll never know. While her mother’s Zimbabwean roots are woven into her life, all her father will say is that he was adopted. But when she finds an engraved necklace hidden among his things, a surprise piece of the puzzle finally falls into place: her father wasn’t just adopted—he was abandoned.The only clue to her grandmother’s identity is the inscription, ‘Indira’, Anna’s own middle name. But who was her namesake and where is she now?Anna knows she must do whatever it takes to find answers. But when clues finally begin to emerge between the thunderstorms of Zimbabwe and the monsoons of India, she realises the necklace could take her deeper than she imagined. Is she ready for what she might find? And will the truth finally chase away the dark clouds hanging over her family’s past? Read more

Perfect for fans of Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens, The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah, and Sal by Mik Kitson, with its celebration of the natural world, its misunderstood central characters living on the outside of society's norms, their survival in the wilderness, and the ultimate fight for justice.Before the Swallows Come Back is a story of love, found family, and redemption that will break your heart and have it soaring time and time again as you sit on the edge of your seat desperately hoping.Tommy struggles with people, with communicating, preferring solitude, drifting off with nature. He is protected by his Tinker family who keep to the old ways. A life of quiet seclusion under canvas is all he knows.Charlotte cares for her sickly father. She meets Tommy by the riverside and an unexpected friendship develops. Over the years it becomes something more, something crucial to both of them. But when tragedy strikes each family they are torn apart.Charlotte is sent far away.Tommy might have done something very bad.What people are saying⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a truly lovely book, full of heart. It's a gripping and moving plot about two young people separately affected by devastating life-changes which uproot them and force them to learn self-reliance. All this against a backdrop of the most beautiful, lyrical description of the natural world of woodlands and streams, and good people. All of this brings them together and helps to heal them.Reading Before the Swallows Come Back feels like forest bathing on a stiflingly hot day, or being borne up in the gloss and buoyancy of a river running clean and clear. This is total immersion in the natural world. All this as background to a storyline that’s epic in scale and characters rendered so intensely that hours go by before you realise you really should pull yourself out of their world and back into your own. What a mesmerising treat! This is total immersion in the natural world. An absolutely heart-filling and lyrical novel. Fiona Curnow has crafted an immense story, and an incredibly rich one. Carol McKay⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is impossible to avoid falling under the spell of Before the Swallows Come Back. K Bookish Life⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I absolutely LOVED this book. I was mesmerised by all the beautiful and vivid descriptions. I was rooting for the two main characters: they were quite innocent (and slightly naive) young people who lived on the outskirts of society, a bit different from the others. A beautifully written book with lyrical and poetic passages. Monika Reads⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's very rare that I would reread a book but this is one I can imagine doing so. I adored this book! It was lyrically beautiful with its lush descriptions of nature but it was the characters that make it stand out. Books By Bindu⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As an animal lover, I found the relationship Tommy had with his animal family beautiful.. Andrew Lees ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This was a story that really moved me. From the get-go I was so devoted to the main characters and their journey through hell and back and the hardships they had to endure!!…I absolutely loved it. It’s so beautifully written and I was completely invested in it! It felt like I was there, in Scotland, amongst the countryside and surrounded by nature!! Perfect escapism!! Jade Nomura Read more

“Do you know what a papal conclave is?” DAMON Will is gone. He hasn’t been seen in months, and the texts coming from his phone are almost certainly forged. Something’s wrong. We need to act now. Michael is ready to tear down The Cove, Rika’s hiding something, Evans Crist is a threat, and Winter’s father is still out there. Everyone is off in a million directions, and we’re vulnerable.It’s time to do this. It’s time to claim our place. RIKA A few years ago, I never thought I’d be here. On board Pithom. Miles out at sea. At a table with Michael Crist, Kai Mori, and Damon Torrance—men I now consider family. We’ve locked ourselves on this yacht for however long it takes to address our agenda, and we won’t leave until everything is on the table. Even things I don’t want to talk about. Things Michael doesn’t know. We will find Will. We will solidify our plans, and we will remove any threats. If we survive Conclave. *Conclave is a 27,000 word novella that takes place between Kill Switch (Devil’s Night #3) and Nightfall (Devil’s Night #5). It is suitable for readers 18+. Please read Corrupt, Hideaway, and Kill Switch prior to reading this story. Read more

Hooking up with my best friend’s little sister was my first mistake… falling for her was my second.But being a twenty seven year old virgin on a pro hockey team was messing with my head-- and my game.Plenty of women would have gladly helped me out with my little predicament, but it wasn’t me they were after— it was fame.To keep things simple, I decide to make Madison a proposal: take my virginity and I'll help the beautiful single mom find her confidence after a bad break up.We promised each other it was only temporary, our dirty little secret.We had an expiration date.The season would start, Maddie would go to school and my best friend wouldn’t have a clue about what transpired between us.Maddie keeps her end of the deal… it’s me who can’t follow through.This is a full length sports romance. Get ready for a hot cinnamon roll hockey player a single mom trying to get her life back on track and an adorable five year old boy who will steal your heart. There is no cheating and a guaranteed HEA because they are soul mates.For mature audiences only Read more