Can a kiss at Christmas make all the difference?Mary Rose has one goal for her mother's annual Christmas Eve party: convince her childhood friend Julian Mayes to marry her. With her mother wasting away and the doctor refusing to deal with a young lady like Mary, she needs the power of a husband. She has always admired Julian. Surely one moment under the kissing bough will convince him they were meant to be together.Newly hired by a prestigious London law firm, Julian Mayes is ready to shake the dust of the countryside off his polished boots. But he's always had a soft spot for Mary. As the danger to her future becomes clear, will one kiss be enough to prove to him how far he will go to protect her?"A delightful story filled with fun and romance during a Christmas Eve party." Huntress Reviews"Witty, lighthearted, sweet, and romantic." Among the Reads review blogIf you like sweet Regency romances, you'll love this origin story quick-read novella connected to a popular series by an award-winning author. Claim your Christmas kiss today.

Can a kiss at Christmas make all the difference?Mary Rose has one goal for her mother's annual Christmas Eve party: convince her childhood friend Julian Mayes to marry her. With her mother wasting away and the doctor refusing to deal with a young lady like Mary, she needs the power of a husband. She has always admired Julian. Surely one moment under the kissing bough will convince him they were meant to be together.Newly hired by a prestigious London law firm, Julian Mayes is ready to shake the dust of the countryside off his polished boots. But he's always had a soft spot for Mary. As the danger to her future becomes clear, will one kiss be enough to prove to him how far he will go to protect her?"A delightful story filled with fun and romance during a Christmas Eve party." Huntress Reviews"Witty, lighthearted, sweet, and romantic." Among the Reads review blogIf you like sweet Regency romances, you'll love this origin story quick-read novella connected to a popular series by an award-winning author. Claim your Christmas kiss today.

A football player trying to fix his biggest regret. A woman who can't let go of the past. Will they get a second chance? When DJ Madden, professional football player for the Texas Rebels, is inspired to challenge his teammates to fix the thing in their life that was their biggest regret-he never imagined he'd find himself going home to South Port, North Carolina for Christmas to fix things with his father. And he really never imagined he'd be dealing with the woman who broke his heart ten years ago.Chantel Bonaparte, single mom and nurse, only wants to move forward in life. And in order to do that she needs to let go. Let go of losing her husband ten years ago. Let go of controlling the future. And let go - of the man she gave her heart to and never really got back. Too bad all possibility of that is blown to crap when DJ Madden shows up.Now they are faced with a choice; face the lies from their past or lose a second chance at love!

“Merry, intelligent, and wholly satisfying.”—USA Today "Sizzles with sensuality." - Publishers Weekly “Delicious and suspenseful.” —Kirkus Reviews A spirited lady facing spinsterhood. A common man with a noble mission. And a surprise that just might be waiting for them under the mistletoe in Kiss Me At Christmas by Valerie Bowman. Bow Street Runner Daffin Oakleaf abhors Christmas. Carol singing and holiday cheer only remind him of a dark time. When a close friend calls on him for help, Daffin is happy to capitalize on the distraction. But when he learns the lovely Lady Regina is the one in danger, he’s to become bodyguard to the captivating woman... Regina has one mission: to find a night of passion in the arms of a gentleman. Considered firmly on the shelf, Regina has given up on marriage—but that doesn’t mean she wants to be denied the pleasure married ladies experience. Daffin has long captured her attention...and when a threat calls him to her side, the sparks between them ignite. But how can a hired bodyguard find his way into Regina’s noble heart?

"Lee Tobin McClain's books make my heart sing."—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author On the Chesapeake Bay, you don’t need mistletoe for the perfect Christmas kiss… Not many women still have “first kiss” on their Christmas list, but somehow Kayla Harris is permanently in the friend zone with men. So when veteran Tony DeNunzio shows up in her preschool classroom with his nephew, Jax, her focus is solely on helping the troubled little boy adjust. But as Tony takes on a volunteer role at the school, she can’t help noticing his softer side is as appealing as his rugged male presence. Tony will do anything to make Jax's first Christmas without his mom a happy one. And that includes spending more time than is typical with the teacher who’s drawn Jax out of his shell. Beautiful and kindhearted, Kayla makes Tony long for family and a happiness he doesn’t think he deserves. But with the magic of Christmas in the air, a first kiss might lead them both to a forever love. Don’t miss Forever on the Bay, the next book in The Off Season series by Lee Tobin McClain, where safe harbor and new beginnings await on the Chesapeake Bay. The Off Season Series Book 1 - Cottage at the Beach Book 2 - Reunion at the Shore Book 3 - Christmas on the Coast Book 4 - Home to the Harbor Book 5 - First Kiss at Christmas Book 6 - Forever on the Bay

For fans of Sarah Morgan and Jenny Colgan, an enchanting romance about the magic of Christmas, the importance of family, and the joy of falling in love. Christmas has always been a special time for single mom Noelle Parker, thanks to cozy winter evenings spent at her family's bakery. But this year everything is changing--after losing her job and moving back home, she discovers the store is closing. Determined to save her beloved business, Noelle sets out to raise funds. She even finds a new job caring for the elderly and cantankerous William Harrington in his luxurious mansion. But as Noelle helps William embrace the holiday spirit with cookie decorating and snowball fights, she finds herself unexpectedly falling for his grandson, the gorgeous but mysterious Alexander Harrington. As the days count down to Christmas, can Noelle save the bakery, reunite a family, and create some magical memories of her own along the way?

It's the perfect season to fall in love. Amber Raey is working all the hours God sends as assistant to one of the country's top fashion designers, and her boss is a complete nightmare. But Amber has big plans for her future so, for the time being, she just has to grin and bear it. And then opportunity comes knocking and suddenly she's on the fast track to the top. Amber adores her new life, especially as she's falling in love for the first time too. But soon the glossy exterior starts to slip and Amber begins to wonder if she's made the right decision entering this world. Then a face from her past reappears and she finds herself in real trouble. With Christmas fast approaching, Amber is drifting further away from her loved ones. Can she get her life back on track before it's too late for a merry Christmas? Full of heart, warmth and humour, A Christmas Kiss is a romantic and festive read - it's the perfect book to curl up with this Christmas!