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All she wants is a secure life for her son, all he wants is to claim the family he never knew he had… Teagan is the perfect woman. We spent three amazing days together and one unforgettable night. Then she disappeared. That was nine agonizing months ago. Nine months… When I track her down, she’s got a baby, and a fiancé. Some man is prancing about with my woman and my son. I want to do the right thing by Teagan, but damned if I’ll sit by while another man raises my son and plays house with my woman. This Christmas I’ll show Teagan what it means to step up and claim my family, I ...

An Aussie ex, a hairless cat, and a live TV audition. What could go wrong? One audition stands between me and my dream job with Channel Foodie. An audition that must go off without a hitch. Also up for the job is my work nemesis Patty. One will claim victory; the other will wallow in woe, and trust me—I’ve wallowed in enough woe since my breakup with Aussie chef Jude Sting. Patty’s corporate daddy gives her an edge, but my superior experience should score me the win. So long as I don’t panic under pressure. Which I do. A lot. To add to that pressure, I’m forced to make last-minute...

This Christmas Eve, I had one simple plan: close up the family café and face another quiet night alone. But fate had other ideas when Trystan—the boy who was once my best friend and first love—walked back into my life, dusted with snow and wearing a Marine uniform that made my heart skip a beat. I never expected to see him again, let alone offer him a place to stay when a canceled flight leaves him stranded. Under the glow of twinkling Christmas lights and over cups of hot cocoa, old memories resurface and the sparks between us reignite. But letting him in means risking the walls I've ...

Five irresistible heroes. Five curvy heroines. Five bite-size romance stories bursting with spice and obsession. In this sizzling collection of short stories, love burns hotter and desire runs deeper as five men find themselves utterly captivated by the women who steal their hearts—and their sanity. Whether it's a quiet moment in a small-town garage or a blazing spark in the wilderness, these romances will leave you breathless and craving more.

Bestselling author Candace Ayers brings you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under 2 hours! Dragon scales and bridal veils—billionaire shifters find their fiery mates! In the high-powered world of Los Angeles, my kind reigns supreme. From the shadows, that is. Power? Check. Wealth? Check. Heirs? Here’s where things get tricky.BfB is my shot at passing on my legacy. And my fortune. With an arranged marriage, I can check the last box on my list. Our union, of course, will be impersonal and unemotional. But when my eyes meet hers, something ...

These stories can be enjoyed at parties and gatherings to help start good conversations. People can comment and have a laugh. Some of the stories are a bit silly but funny, with a lot of intelligent humor thrown in for a good mix. Appeals to children and young adults, middle-aged and elderly people, so all people can have a laugh; from eight to one hundred and eight, all ages are included. I hope you all have a laugh, and don’t forget to share the laughter with friends.

When spontaneous Lily Parker wakes up in Vegas with a shiny new wedding ring and a husband she barely knows, her first instinct is to flee. But with Christmas just around the corner and her nosy family expecting her to bring someone special home, she makes a wild decision—invite her surprise husband. Cole Rivers, charming and equally panicked, agrees to play along. But as sparks fly between festive mishaps and family shenanigans, Lily starts to wonder if this crazy holiday marriage might just be the real deal. *This is a clean and wholesome Christmas Short Story!

This Christmas, I only had one goal: survive the office holiday party without embarrassing myself in front of my boss. But one mistletoe, a stolen kiss, and a night wrapped in his arms changed everything. Derrick Lawson is everything a boss shouldn’t be—devastatingly handsome, quietly intense, and the only man who’s made my heart race from across the room. I thought he’d never see me as more than just his employee, until he stops me at the door and asks me to stay. When his fingers linger on my arm and our eyes meet under the glow of twinkling Christmas lights, I know my holiday ...

I’m her boss, twice her age, and completely captivated by her curves. But keeping my distance is no longer an option. Jameson Amelia is everything I should avoid—sweet, curvy, and far too young for a man like me. As her boss, I’ve tried to keep my distance, but every smile and every stolen glance has me craving her more. Then, a client crosses the line and makes her cry, and all bets are off. My protective instincts surge, and I know I can’t hold back any longer. She’s mine now, and I’ll destroy anyone who dares hurt her. She’s the perfect blend of innocence and temptation, ...

Jenna Camden knew nothing would be the same again. She felt like a guest in her own home...empty rooms echoed with precious memories, quiet nights filled with shadows of so many cherished yesterdays. Nothing was the same. Not even Christmas.A Christmas love story of hope, courage, and the enduring strength of love… Jenna didn’t have to look around her home with its colorful and shining Christmas decorations, the tall Christmas tree in her front room with the many Christmas ornaments that told in a special way the story of her family, to know that no matter what she did it would never ...

Bestselling authors Candace Ayers and Kym Dillon bring you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under 2 hours! Welcome to Mystic Hollow where wildest dreams (trust me, they do get wild) come true. As Alpha of Mystic Hollow's bear shifter clan, duty dictates my every move. When the Shifter Council responds to our declining population by enacting the BfB (Brides for Beasts) program, the guys are pretty excited to be introduced to human females. I am too, until I fall head over heels for the program coordinator who makes it very clear she is not one of ...

Escape to the mountains, where rugged men with hearts of gold find their perfect matches in irresistibly curvy heroines. This swoon-worthy collection of instalove novellas is packed with steamy chemistry, adorable moments, and happily-ever-afters that will make your heart race and your cheeks blush. Curvy Girls in the Mountains is the ultimate feel-good escape for readers who love curvy heroines, steamy mountain men, and love stories that are as hot as they are heartwarming.

Escaping to the mountains to get away from my dangerous ex seemed like the perfect plan... until I crashed my car on the rainiest day of the year. That’s when a mountain man appears—stepping out of his secluded log cabin to scare off a bear and rescue me. But he has no idea what he’s just signed up for. I’ve got baggage... a lot of it. When my ex tracks me down, my mountain man is there to protect me, standing tall and ready to fight. And if that’s not a sign that I should let him claim me in every way I’ve fantasized about... I don’t know what is. Untamed Mountain Man is a ...

Snowed in with Santa's hottest helper. Shall I share my toys? ‘Tis the season for charity gift-giving. A freak blizzard leaves me and my SUV full of Christmas gifts snowbound in Mystic Hollow. Enter Tavion, a sexy wolf pilot who volunteers to fly me to LA to spread holiday cheer. Tavion's skilled hands guide more than the plane. His kisses hold worlds of promise. But it’s when he calls me his fated mate that my icy heart melts. Too bad he’s one man I can’t have. It really is too bad. Because resisting Tavion's charms? That may take a Christmas miracle. This is a SHORT, feel-good, ...

She’s here to find the perfect Christmas tree. He’s here to show her what she’s been missing. Serena Grant is determined to give her daughter, Emery, the magical Christmas she deserves—even if it means returning to Winter Hollow’s beloved tree farm, a place filled with bittersweet memories. But when she runs into Davis Brooks, her high school love who left town—and her heart—behind, the holiday spirit gets a little more complicated. Davis is back in Winter Hollow to rebuild the family farm and reconnect with the roots he once abandoned. He never expected Serena—or her ...

I’m her mountain man, and she’s the curvy bridesmaid who’s about to be mine in every way. From the moment I saw her, keeping my hands to myself was never an option. Hawk I’ve never believed in love at first sight—until I laid eyes on her. She’s all soft curves, innocent smiles, and completely unaware of how badly I want her. The moment she says she’s never met a mountain man, I know I’m going to be her first We’re supposed to be here for our friends’ wedding, but I can’t focus on anything except claiming her. Her sweet innocence calls to me, and I’ll do whatever it ...

Bestselling authors Candace Ayers and Kym Dillon bring you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under 2 hours! Paranormal passion only a shifter can deliver. Let the games begin! My fated mate is one fiery, feisty human. Marla bares her small, blunt teeth and tries to scratch me with her tiny "claws" every time I get close. But I can tell she secretly digs the whole possessive wolf vibe I have going on. I'll just flex my muscles and show her what an attentive and loyal mate I'll be in the bedroom. Okay, I admit, winning over this sassy city girl might ...

Bestselling author Candace Ayers brings you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under 2 hours! Love is blind...and apparently pretty hairy Love robbed me of everything. The public scandal stole my pride, my joy, and my self-worth. Grotto offers me a fresh start. An underground city full of Sasquatches? Why not? Then, along comes Olwydd—an 8 foot tall, growly beast who is completely smitten by me. Or so he says. But after my past, men who come on too strong make me nervous and trust is dirty word. I wish he’d back off and leave me alone. I think. ...

Welcome to Maplewood, where pumpkin spice isn’t just a flavor—it’s a way of life! Eliza Frost, the quirky owner of The Cozy Cup café, is determined to make this year’s Pumpkin Spice Lane Festival the best one yet. Tradition is everything to her, and she’s ready to protect the town’s charming character at all costs. But when Eliza’s old crush, Barry Armstrong—now a handsome and ambitious developer—returns to Maplewood with big ideas for modernization, Eliza’s world is turned upside down. When the two are forced to team up for the festival’s first-ever Pumpkin Spice ...

Winter in Springbrook sparkles with Christmas magic, but event planner Frankie Laurie isn’t prepared for the unexpected snowstorm that sweeps into town just as she’s about to launch the annual Candy Cane Lane festival. Tasked with creating a holiday wonderland, Frankie’s enthusiasm is matched only by her hope that this year’s festival will bring the community together. However, her plans take a turn when she meets Sean Morrison, a down-to-earth widower and single dad who’s still healing from the loss of his wife. As the snow falls and the two are thrown together in the charming ...