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A Romance on the Santa Express

About A Romance on the Santa Express

It’s Christmas Eve and head librarian Melissa Wright is travelling on the Shepherds Valley railway’s Santa Express, to reconcile with her on-and-off again ex Alex.

However when she locks eyes with a handsome stranger on the platform, he threatens to throw her romantic plans off track.

In the dining car Melissa and Daniel soon share stories over the traditional festive trimmings, but before her journey ends she has a choice to make. Does she embark on a brand new romance or give into nostalgia and try with Alex, yet again?

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Thin Ice: Winter Heat at Wolfe Mountain Chalet

About Thin Ice: Winter Heat at Wolfe Mountain Chalet

He’s a total stranger.
Until I slip and fall into his arms, and then into his bed.

I can’t tear my eyes away from Dylan. My heart races every time his fingers run across my cheek. When he pulls me against him. And when he wraps those thick, tattooed arms around me? I’m all his.

He claims he’s a loner, but that doesn’t explain why he’s obsessed with me.

Or why I’m obsessed with him. All I can think about now is building a home with him, letting him take care of me. I look into his eyes and see the possibility of a future.

We’re not allowed to fraternize with guests at the chalet, and I can’t risk losing my job.

Yet from the second he growls, “You’re mine,” into my ear, I want it to be true.

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Never Enough

About Never Enough

What if you had to secretly date your soul mate because he’s already publicly fake dating his ex?

The night Alex and I almost died, we forged a bond that time couldn’t break. He was an angsty teenager then, lost in a world of stained t-shirts and video games. Nine years later, he’s a star athlete with a polished exterior, but I see the same vulnerable soul beneath the surface.

I’m strong enough to handle Alex’s friends, his demanding ex, and my own secrets that I haven’t told anyone. All to keep the other half of my soul alive, him. Even when his sister bullies me. Even when our relationship has to be kept secret so he can temporarily pretend to date his ex.

But as our relationship grows more complicated, I wonder if my heart can withstand the emotional toll of keeping it hidden.

I’m fine, until I’m not.

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Scars & Spirits

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Katelyn’s life takes a wild detour after catching her husband cheating on her with another man. With a broken heart and a dead phone, she finds herself stranded in a bar, where she meets Ash, a bartender with an attitude and an intriguing set of scars.

Almost a year after embarking on a soul-searching journey to Scandinavia, Katelyn unknowingly rents a house that belongs to none other than Ash’s grandparents. Talk about an awkward reunion! Christmas draws near, and in a serendipitous twist, their paths converge again, unleashing a whirlwind of emotions, secrets, and unspoken desires.

An explosive dance of attraction, battling inner demons while unraveling the enigma that binds them. With every stolen glance and electric touch, their connection intensifies, leading them to question whether love can redeem and heal the deepest wounds.

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Dirty Whispers

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Can this rugged mountain man mechanic win the heart of a sweet nerdy girl?

When your name is Griffin Dirty, you’ve heard all of the jokes. One of those Dirty Boys – ha ha. Would a woman ever take me seriously?

Just as I’ve almost given up hope that an interesting woman would move to
Old Hemlock Valley, Harper appears. She’s gorgeous, stunning, and sexy…
while being one of the smartest people I’ve ever met.

She’s a bit too young. A bit too perfect. She should be out of my league, but
this beauty thinks of herself as a nerdy girl, when in fact, she’s
simply brilliant and organized.

I’ve been waiting for an amazing woman to unleash this burning passion within me. Harper is
the one. I already know that we belong together.I just hope I can convince her that my clean, wholesome life and my dirty talk are all hers. Forever.

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Jacob: 3 Kings for Christmas

About Jacob: 3 Kings for Christmas

Gorgeous, sexy, and sweetly shy… Sierra appeared like a Christmas angel.
I hadn’t even left the airport when I was hit by the holiday magic in my small home town of Holly Valley.
Sierra made my protective instincts kick in for the first time. I needed to care for her. Not just while I was back for the holidays. Forever.
But I couldn’t tear her away from the first real home she’d ever had. I’d have to convince Dad some things are more important than the expansion of our family business.
Then convince my beautiful Sierra that I was worth taking a chance on.

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What’s Meant to Be by Tansy Rose

What’s Meant to Be by Tansy Rose

Get hooked, horrified, and utterly engrossed! A perfect marriage crumbles, revealing twisted lies, misplaced devotion, a manipulative father, and a nanny who unravels all secrets.

Everything about Casey and Andrew Barrett seems perfect. They are smart and successful, have two beautiful children, and are very wealthy. Both beholden to Casey’s rich and powerful father, Gordon, they have always quietly accepted his orchestration of their perfect life, despite it being built on a long history of family secrets.

But when Casey and Andrew uproot their lives to move their family to the Pacific Northwest, and sweet and demure Melodie Sawyer enters their household, the chaos that erupts is something none of them could have predicted.

As the secrets of their past unfold, Casey is forced to face the truth she’s always known about herself, shattering everything she and Andrew tried to portray as perfect, and exposing everything Gordon worked so hard to keep hidden away.

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Rescued Hearts

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Cooper James, a former military special ops operative turned bar owner, leads a quiet and solitary life in the small town of Lake Harmony he now calls home. His world is abruptly shaken when Melanie, his foster sister and the sole family he has left, passes away, leaving behind an unexpected responsibility—her young daughter, Piper, a responsibility he never imagined himself shouldering.

Caught off guard and uncertain of his ability to step into the role of guardian, Cooper finds himself grappling with the challenges of fatherhood. Piper, grieving the loss of her mother, struggles to adapt to her new life with a guardian who is more accustomed to covert operations than bedtime stories.

Supported by a close-knit group of friends offering both guidance and comic relief, he begins to create a new life that blends the toughness of his military training with the tenderness required for fatherhood. The story unfolds as this quiet bachelor transforms into a loving father, overcoming obstacles and proving that strength, both physical and emotional, comes in many forms.

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Fake Christmas Girlfriend

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The Plan: A quiet winter holiday alone.
The Sudden Reality: A giant family Christmas with my fake boyfriend – a sexy, wealthy, older man who cares for me like I’m actually his.
Sadie:
Holidays aren’t usually a huge deal to orphans. I intended to get ahead of work, and win back my boss’s approval.
Then Josh appeared. A gorgeous older man who seems instantly protective of me. Every simple touch of those huge hands makes my heart race, leaving me wanting much more. It’s what I’ve always craved… the feeling of belonging with someone.
If my rags to riches, instant relationship, huge borrowed family adventure might only last a week, I’m going to try to throw myself all in.
Mind, soul, and especially… body.
Josh:
I can’t believe this beautiful innocent angel agreed to come home with me. She has no idea how talented and special she is.
I won’t stick to the unspoken rule, and try to keep our relationship fake.
I’m already positive that we belong together.

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The Misadventures of Itchy Izzy

About The Misadventures of Itchy Izzy

abelle Chavalier is left shattered when her mother dies, and a family feud threatens to destroy the last remnants of her sanity. Then the unexpected arrival of her childhood friend Peter Stephens brings her peace. Even though she’s a nonbeliever, Peter’s strong Christian faith doesn’t hinder their rekindling friendship or budding romance. He becomes her comfort and haven during a time of confusion and deep hurt.

Craving what Peter has and desperate for a connection, Isabelle channels all her efforts into her wonderful friend instead of mourning her mom. But is Isabelle Chevalier’s obsession with the Spirit of God residing in Peter Stephens or just the man himself?

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Piled

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Riley is a feisty young woman whose life seems to be one unexpected twist after another. Every time she thinks she’s got it figured out, life swoops in to shake things up. As she navigates hardships, friendships, and self-discovery, Riley learns that true strength often emerges from the messiest moments. Join her on a heartfelt journey filled with laughter, resilience, and the unexpected joy of finding the love of her life amidst the chaos. In PILED, love and laughter go hand in hand, proving that sometimes the best stories are the ones we never see coming.

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Mafia’s Dirty Secret

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Marie should have run away from her abusive mother when she had the chance.
But she stayed home and cared for the terminally ill monster.
The one person that she loved but never loved her back.

Just as she thought her miserable life was never going to get better…
She met a mysterious out-of-towner.
She ignored her mother’s advice: to never speak with any man, that all men are bad.

This beautiful stranger showered her with gifts, kindness, and attention.
He gave her the sort of love that she had never experienced before in her life.

What Marie didn’t know is that this gorgeous man—a mafioso—had a reason to get close to her.
He was on a special revenge mission—and she was his target.

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Trifling with Tristan

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Tall, dark, startlingly handsome, and over ten years older… My new boss was a giant, sexy distraction.

No wonder I panicked during the job interview, babbling about how a quiet holiday was the best I could hope for. That obviously wasn’t going to happen now.

Tristan was caught up in every trifling detail, keeping me on my toes, yet exciting me.

I’d never craved someone’s touch. Never felt true desire, or wanted someone to make me feel special.

That was precisely what he did, surprising me at a friend’s holiday party. His sweetness was the cherry (well, raspberries) on top of a festive season that was even more layered than my favorite holiday dessert.

But like the whipped cream and pudding, I can’t expect perfection to last for long.

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Pucking the Goalie

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The spicy and hilarious new hockey romance with brother’s best friend, hilarious shenanigans and guaranteed HEA ending. Perfect for fans of Stephanie Archer and Hannah Grace

To hook your big brother’s best friend…first you have to lure him out of the friend zone!

CARA
I’ve had a crush on Chad Mason ever since I can remember.
He’s the hunkiest hockey player on our local pro NHL team and a national hero.
But Chad sees me only as his best bud Matt’s little sister.
Someone to be watched over, cared for, and protected.
He says he’ll never see me as anything else.
Even my best friend tells me I don’t stand a chance in hell.
But I’m a lot more than just Matt’s sister, and it’s time Chad saw me for what I really am.
A grown woman with an obsession for his, um, hockey stick.
I’m determined to make Chad my first time, and I’m not taking no for an answer.
I’m on a mission this winter break: Mission Puck the Goalie!
And willing to do whatever it takes to hook the man of my dreams.
But before the holidays are over, I might just be the one who gets hooked. Forever.

CHAD
My bud Matt’s little sister Cara has grown up into the most stunning woman.
Just being around her rings all my bells! Va-va-voom!
It’s a constant test of my willpower not to indulge my dirty fantasies of her.
But she’s my best friend’s baby sister!
I owe Matt an obligation I can never repay.
His family took me in when I had nowhere to go, nobody who cared about me.
Matt’s more than just a hockey teammate and a friend–he’s my bro for life.
There’s no way I can betray his trust by getting horizontal with Cara, much as I want it.
But Cara seems hellbent on wreaking havoc this winter break.
No matter how many times I rebuff her, she bounces right back.
If she keeps this up–ahem–we’re both going go down a very slippery slope. (Ahem!)
And once we start sliding, there’ll be no stopping. Ever.

Pucking the Goalie is the steamy rom-com featuring an age gap slow, irresistible seduction between a pro hockey star and the younger woman who’s determined to hook him. It features hilarious laugh-out-loud banter and situations, panty-melting steamy scenes, no cheating between the MCs or OW drama, and an HEA ending guaranteed to leave a smile on your face and a happy tear in your eye. Oh, and there’s also a cat named Tigrrr who loves Taylor Swift. Because, well, who doesn’t!

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Never Touch the Boss

About Never Touch the Boss

I can hear everything they say about me. Apparently, I’m ‘Vic the Untouchable’ at my firm.
In the courtroom, that’s a valuable reputation. Once my massive frame darkens the doorway, everyone knows that I’m about to win my case. Since I don’t have a deep connection with many people, it doesn’t matter what they think.
Everything changes when I meet Marina. Those delicate light blue eyes call to me. For the first time ever, I’m completely grounded in the present. I can’t seem to keep my hands off her, only thinking of each second we can spend together.
Even though she’s my employee, I need to find a way to make it okay for me to touch her. Holding Marina in my arms is a more significant victory than any courtroom success. She’s a sweet pixie of a girl with such a sexy radiance it’s nearly impossible to keep my distance.
How can a grouch like me touch the heart of a little ray of sunshine?

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The Girl He Loves

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A married woman discovers a photo of a young woman, and suspects her husband of infidelity. She embarks on an obsessive quest to discover the truth, which leads her to unexpected discoveries. Suspense steamy romance.

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Light My Fire

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Bonfire Night, Homecoming, Harvest Festivals, whatever the reason – ‘tis the season to sparkle.

Gather your nearest and dearest (or those who you wish were) close as we fan the flames in this collection of stories from USA Today best-selling and award-winning romance authors curated by The New Romance Café sure to warm your heart…and maybe other places.

All proceeds go to charity in the fight for mental health support. Our chosen charities for this anthology are Wounded Warrior and the International Mental Health Association.

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B09FYK736S

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I’d always been too timid. But when a gorgeous man needed a favor and asked me out in front of the whole diner, I had to say yes… I would be his phony wife for one night.
Ray’s Diner was where I pretended to be perky and outgoing to earn better tips while I finished school. Vaughan seemed to like my “Claudia the waitress” persona, and having a wife for an important event would help his business, and scare off an ex-girlfriend who had been harassing him.
Vaughan wasn’t the sort of man I’d ever expected to have a chance with – sweet, thoughtful, and just a bit possessive. Our connection was instant, and our overwhelming desire was more powerful than I ever thought possible.
Maybe this was the summer I finally found both true love and my true self. That is, if I can keep Vaughan from finding out the slightly sketchy connection that could be bad for both his business, and his ability to trust me.

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Catching the Pitcher

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The spicy and hilarious new runaway bride sports romcom with a hunky sports star, curvy girl, age gap, and guaranteed HEA ending. Perfect for fans of Stephanie Archer and Elle Kennedy!

If a hunky baseball star offered to give you anything you desired, what would you ask for?

JENNY
Mom told me I should accept my boyfriend’s proposal and settle down, raise a family, have a good life.
She didn’t say anything about him cheating on me the night before our wedding–with my best friend!
Now, I’m a runaway bride with no job, no apartment, only this beat-up old Mini Cooper.
And because I’m such a good mama’s girl, I still have my v-card!
I’m instantly attracted to the hunky baseball star who saves my life–from a bear named Howard!
He’s my ultimate male fantasy, a literal dream come true–the baseball star, not the bear! Lol.
But I barely know him. (Still talking about baseball guy!)
How can I trust him after I’ve already been let down by my former fiance?
Yet the more I get to know him, the more I start to feel as if we’re forever lovers, connected by an invisible string.
Now, I need to decide whether to trust this feeling–or cut the string.

BRICK
I’m still grieving over the loss of the love of my life.
Between my pro baseball career, my dark childhood, and caring for her, I never had time for relationships.
But when I meet Jenny, stunningly beautiful and crying in a wedding trousseau being pursued by a bear, I feel an overwhelming desire to be with her.
I’m determined to prove to her that she deserves happiness.
I spend the week pleasing her in every way possible and having the time of my life.
Making her happy makes me happy. The more time we spend together, the more I become convinced she just might be my forever love.
But I know it can’t last beyond this week. Or can it?

Catching the Curve is the spicy romcom featuring an age gap instalove between a pro baseball star and the curvy younger woman whom he invites into his cabin–and his heart. It features hilarious laugh-out-loud banter and situations, panty-melting steamy scenes, no cheating between the MCs, and an HEA ending guaranteed to leave a smile on your face and a happy tear in your eye. Oh, and there’s also a bear named Howard who loves Taylor Swift. Because, well, who doesn’t!

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