“A purrfect New England Christmas cozy . . . Also includes gourmet pet treat recipes.” —Library Journal In the New England town of Frog’s Ledge, the Holiday Light Festival is a Christmas tradition. Killing Santa is not. To bring joy back to the season, organic pet patisserie owner Kristan “Stan” Connor will have to find another Santa before it’s too late . . . To the townspeople’s delight, the annual lighting of the tree is a spectacular success. Unfortunately, Santa pulled up in his sleigh, DOA. At first Stan is sure it’s Seamus, her boyfriend’s uncle, inside the red suit. But the victim turns out to be an employee from the town’s Christmas tree farm. Rumor has it the deceased was a mean drunk with a soft spot for feral cats. Stan has no idea why he was dressed as St. Nick—or why he’s dead. Meanwhile, Seamus, a jolly Irishman who comes to America every December to visit his pub-owner nephew, is nowhere to be found. Could he just be off on a Boston bar crawl? Or is something more sinister under the tree? Seamus was supposed to be dressing up and posing for pet pictures with Santa at the shop, but the dogs and cats might have to find another lap to curl up in if Stan doesn’t solve two mysteries soon. Or murder might be the only thing under the mistletoe this holiday . . . Includes Gourmet Pet Food Recipes! “Series fans will appreciate the neighborhood feel in this return to Frog Ledge.” —Kirkus Reviews

Santa has a problem. This kid? Harold? Santa doesn't think he's real. He WANTS to believe in Harold--after all, Harold is one of the most magical parts of Christmas. Getting Harold's letters, eating the cookies he leaves out, feeding his carrots to the reindeer... what would Christmas be without that? But Santa's just not sure. Some of his friends are telling him they think Harold's not real. And the Harold that sat on his knee last Christmas looked AWFULLY different. Santa comes up with a plan to find out once and for all if Harold really exists... with hilarious consequences.

"Double the romance, double the fun! A good old fashioned romance that pulls you into the story line and keeps you there!" ~Evonne Hutton, eBook Discovery Reviewer Two Couples from Two Continents Confront Preconceived Ideas to Find Wedded Happiness in Married Times Two, a contemporary romance, by Kay Gregory --1997, Linconshire, England-- In need of a bride, wealthy Simon Sebastian has no use for love. But he can't get Olivia Naismith--the stranger whose diary his dog unearthed on his family's grounds--out of his mind. Once ensnared in a difficult marriage to an alcoholic, might Olivia be amenable to a modern-day marriage of convenience? Seems a workable plan, until he stumbles upon the beautiful Olivia searching for her lost diary. Now, nothing but a true marriage will do. --Concurrently in New York, USA-- Zack tells Emma that their relationship must end because they are unsuited. When Simon phones to ask Zack to be his best man, he and Emma return glumly to Linconshire. After Simon and Olivia's wedding, Zack has a change of heart but Emma is distrustful and moves to New York to get on with her life, without Zack. Now, Zack must prove his love to Emma . . . and to himself. From the Publisher: The Reluctant Brides Series will be enjoyed by readers who appreciate traditional romance in unusual contemporary settings. Fans of Fern Britton, Caroline Roberts, T.A. Williams and Debbie Johnson will not want to miss this series. "Kay Gregory's writing and characterization always sparkles..." ~Affaire de Coeur "...crisp writing and a tense love story which softly echoes traditional romance." ~Romantic Times THE RELUCTANT BRIDES, in series order Married To Deceive Married Times Two Married To A Stranger OTHER TITLES by Kay Gregory A Woman of Experience A Woman of Impulse

"Some secrets are meant to stay buried. But others... others are meant to come out under the full moon." Penelope Prava had it all figured out – the high-powered publishing career in New York, the sleek Manhattan apartment, and a future that didn't include her small hometown of Mistletoe Ridge. But when a corporate restructure leaves her jobless and heartbroken, she's forced to return to the one place she swore she'd never look back on. She just didn't expect to find her high school rival looking like he'd walked straight out of her steamiest fantasies. Duncan James might be the town's most eligible bachelor, but he's hiding something behind those smoldering green eyes and sinfully skilled hands. As the owner of The Meating Place, the local butcher shop, he's made quite a name for himself. But there's more to his success than just his expertise with a cleaver – something wild, something dangerous, something that only comes out when the moon is full... The chemistry between them is undeniable, crackling with the same intensity that made them rivals in high school. Only now, that rivalry has grown into something far more primal. Each heated glance, each "accidental" touch, sends sparks flying that threaten to ignite them both. But when Penelope stumbles upon Duncan's secret during a midnight encounter in the woods, everything changes. Suddenly, the man she's been fighting her attraction to isn't just the infuriating boy from her past – he's a werewolf. And he's been watching her just as hungrily as she's been watching him. As their passion ignites under the full moon, Penelope finds herself drawn deeper into Duncan's world. A world of pack dynamics, primal instincts, and a love that's more than just human. But when an opportunity to return to her New York life presents itself, she's forced to choose between the career she thought she wanted and the man who makes her feel more alive than she ever thought possible. Can Penelope embrace a life filled with fur, fangs, and forever? Or will she run from the one person who makes her inner wolf howl? "The Editor and the Alpha" is a steamy paranormal romance novella that will leave you hungry for more. Perfect for fans of: - Sizzling enemies-to-lovers romance - Small town charm with big secrets - Alpha males with a tender side - Strong-willed heroines who aren't afraid to bite back - Steamy scenes that will fog up your kindle -Werewolves who know how to handle their meat 😏 Content Warning: This novella contains explicit sexual content, adult language, and scenes of partial shifting that might make you reconsider your stance on body hair. Intended for mature audiences who like their romance with extra bite. Fall in love with the wolf next door – a Novella that will have you howling for more! Author's Note: This standalone novella features a guaranteed HEA, no cliffhanger, and enough heat to make the full moon blush. Perfect for readers who like their paranormal romance with a side of humor and a lot of steam.

Introducing a carefully-chosen selection of 26 stories from My Weekly readers' favourite authors, guaranteed to fill the coming winter evenings.We've also included six original poems by Joyce Stranger, inspired by the wonderful wildlife illustrations of Mark Viney. And, as an added bonus, two delightful cross-stitch projects. All this and more makes The Best of My Weekly 2004 a great treat for yourself and an ideal gift for others