Chocolate shop manager Maddie Winslow's secret crush on Leo Donnelly is as long-standing as it is unlikely to lead to romance. History professor Leo is brainy, handsome, and kind. But for the past few years since his wife's death, he's been solely focused on his young son, their shared grief, and work. Maddie knows Leo views her as nothing more than his late wife's friend. However, when they're asked to work together to provide Christmas gifts for a family in need, the two are thrown into close proximity. And Maddie's discovery of a family heirloom brooch rumored to bring a happily-ever-after to its owner causes her to hope. Might it finally be her turn for true love this Christmas season?

Christmas romance with a billionaire twist! A wicked holiday special from USA Today bestseller Ember Casey. It's the Cunninghams' first Christmas together on the estate, and Ward has something extra special planned for Lou... The Cunningham Family Reading Order: His Wicked Games (Book 1) Truth or Dare (Book 2) Sweet Victory (Book 2.5) Her Wicked Heart (Book 3) Take You Away (Book 3.5) Lost and Found (Book 4) Completely (short story) Their Wicked Wedding (Book 5) A Cunningham Christmas (Book 5.5) Their Wicked Forever (Book 6) Additional Cunningham Family Books: Always Wicked (companion novel) The Cunningham Family Bonus Stories This series is perfect for fans of: Sylvia Day, Lauren Blakely, J Kenner, Jodi Ellen Malpas, EL James, Aleatha Romig, Skye Warren, Layla Hagen, Lexy Timms, Julia Kent, Lisa Renee Jones, Penelope Ward, Louise Bay, Leigh James, Lauren Landish, Laurelin Paige, Maya Banks, Christina Lauren, and many more! keywords: billionaire romance, alpha billionaire, alpha billionaire hero, new adult romance, new adult series, new adult romance series, new adult, enemies to lovers, enemies to lovers romance, hate to love, hate to love romance, forced proximity, force proximity romance, steamy, steamy romance, beauty and the beast retelling, beauty and the beast romance, contemporary romance, alpha hero, romance series, contemporary romance series, new adult series, billionaire romance series, romantic comedy, funny romance, funny romance books, funny romance novels, romantic comedy series, romantic comedy books, free romantic comedy, wicked games, wicked romance, alpha romance, alpha romance, games, romance games, romantic bet, romance bet competition, love story, family saga, family series, family romance series, family saga romance, baby romance, oops baby, surprise baby, christmas, christmas romance, winter romance, winter, holidays, holiday romance, holidays romance, xmas romance

Could the search for the perfect holiday tree-topper help turn friendship into forever? There is nothing that Emily loves more than Christmas. She eats, sleeps, and breathes in holiday spirit. When a local Winter Festival announces there will be a competition for who will host next year’s festival, Emily is hired to put Sagebrush Dude Ranch on the map. If she helps them win, she’ll get hired permanently as the resort’s holiday decorator. Unfortunately, nothing ever goes according to plan. Seth has always prided himself on being a protector and the one person Emily can count on ever since they were kids. So when Emily enlists his help in finding the perfect Christmas star to mount on the spotlight tree, there was no chance he’d turn her down even if it means taking time off from his security job. No matter how hard they try, obstacles continue to thwart Emily’s perfect plans. Despite it all, their long-held friendship suddenly evolves into something deeper which presents problems when Emily’s priorities remain fixed to her personal mission. Can Emily secure the coveted Christmas star, or will the distraction of her growing feelings for her best friend get the better of her? One-click this uplifting Christmas romance to learn whether wishes can come true under the glow of a magical star.

Charlotte Walker had escaped the clutches of her evil brother-in-law only to be close to dying in a blizzard. When her horse stumbles throwing her into a snow bank and trapping her there, she is sure her life is about to end. Adam Masters sat in his cabin reading a good book when he heard a noise. For the life of him he thought it sounded like someone calling for help. In this weather? What would anyone in their right mind be doing out here now. He trudged into the snow and found a woman buried in a snow bank. He pulled her out and carried her to his small cabin. What would he do when he discovered her secret…a secret that will change both their lives? Would he be able to protect her from the evil man following her? A man she thought dead?

Walkin’ in a winter wonderland is no stroll in the park . . . Forget asking for a pony. Sophia Tucker and her sisters have inherited an entire horse farm for Christmas. The money from selling the place should be enough for Soph to open her own veterinary clinic. Finally. All that’s left to do is return home for one last Christmas. But there’s a catch. His name is Matt Weatherly, a former Marine medic and childhood friend. Nurse to her late father, Matt sets to work helping the Tucker sisters bring the family homestead back to its former glory. However, it’s anything but peace on earth when Matt considers reenlisting. Is it possible for Soph to have herself a merry little Christmas?

This holiday season, visit four of your favorite towns created by four of your favorite authors! 5-B Poppy Lane by Debbie Macomber First, let’s drop in to Cedar Cove, Washington, where you’ll visit with Ruth and Paul. They’ll offer you a cup of mulled cider and the story of how they met—and they’ll share Ruth’s grandmother’s breathtaking adventures during the Second World War. When We Touch by Brenda Novak Next, come on over to the Gold Country town of Whiskey Creek, California. Join in the annual Victorian Days celebration and eavesdrop on sisters Olivia and Noelle to find out why they’re estranged. Now that it’s Christmas, the time of forgiveness and peace, is there hope for reconciliation between the sisters? Welcome to Icicle Falls by Sheila Roberts It’s time to head north again to the town of Icicle Falls, Washington. At a Christmas cookie exchange at Muriel Sterling’s house, she’ll tell you her story about falling for a handsome stranger her father did not approve of. Her dad expected her to take over the family’s chocolate company, but Muriel had sweet dreams of her own… Starstruck by RaeAnne Thayne And then come to a Christmas party at Carson McRaven’s ranch near Cold Creek, Idaho. You’ll be able to meet everyone in the community, including former Hollywood stuntman Justin Hartford, his daughter, Ruby, and his wife, Ashley. Ruby and her friends love the story of how her dad and her new mom met—and so will you! There’s something special about sharing our memories when we’re together for Christmas!

A star-crossed, holiday romance story of young love, old love, holding on, and letting go. During the summer of 1989, Jenny Anders meets Ben Matson on a family beach vacation on the North Carolina Outer Banks. Fresh out of high school and ready to start their new lives—Jenny to Penn State in the fall, and Ben to work at the family hardware store—they didn’t expect to fall in love. But love-at-first-sight happens anyway. The long-distance relationship doesn’t deter them. And after a summer of love letters and clandestine trips in the fall, Ben travels to Philadelphia for Thanksgiving with Jenny’s family and asks for her hand in marriage. Much to Jenny’s horror, her father angrily denies his request. Ben and Jenny devise a plan to elope, enjoy a holiday honeymoon in the mountains, and settle in Ben’s hometown in the Adirondacks, the Village of Charmington. Jenny slips away in the night on Christmas Eve, certain her parents will come around and welcome Ben into the family. But plans go awry when Ben and Jenny argue, and a snow squall prevents them from getting to the judge. The young couple take refuge from the snowstorm in a farmhouse with an elderly couple. The pause in their getaway causes Jenny to have doubts about their elopement—until she witnesses the power of love and the magic of Christmas.