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The Choral Society
by Prue LeithA laugh-out-loud, feelgood novel from Great British Bake Off judge Prue Leith. 'Curl up with a cup of tea and enjoy' The TimesFriendship, sex, shopping, singing - even love: life doesn't end at fifty! But Lucy, recently widowed, a food journalist who's lost her job, and Joanna, successful business woman facing a future alone, secretly fear that it might. Only much divorced Rebecca is ever confident of happiness just round the corner. The women have joined a choir for very different reasons. Lucy is obeying her bossy daughter who prescribes singing as a cure for grief. For Joanna failure is not an option and she's tackling her inability to sing a note. And Rebecca is unashamedly looking for a new mate. When these three women decide to combine their talents to turn a run-down hotel on the Cornish coast into a spa offering holiday courses, conflict is bound to result. It's clear that the choir has taught them a good deal more than how to sing...
The Christmas Bake Off
by Abby ClementsWith Christmas just around the corner, the residents of Skipley village are gearing up for the annual bake off, and tensions are high. Winning means a lot to everyone involved - talented cake-shop owner Katie dreams of baking stardom, Rachel wants to prove she's more than a stay-at-home mum, and John hopes his culinary skills will impress the woman he loves. But when the judges discover that some cakes have been tampered with, the villagers' loyalties are called into question - whose ambition would stretch to sabotage, and why? The Christmas Bake Off is an exclusive short story from Abby Clements, author of Meet Me Under the Mistletoe. This ebook edition also includes bonus recipes for cinnamon cookies and vanilla and almond biscuits.
The Christmas Bake Off
by Abby ClementsWith Christmas just around the corner, the residents of Skipley village are gearing up for the annual bake off, and tensions are high. Winning means a lot to everyone involved - talented cake-shop owner Katie dreams of baking stardom, Rachel wants to prove she's more than a stay-at-home mum, and John hopes his culinary skills will impress the woman he loves. But when the judges discover that some cakes have been tampered with, the villagers' loyalties are called into question - whose ambition would stretch to sabotage, and why? The Christmas Bake Off is an exclusive short story from Abby Clements, author of Meet Me Under the Mistletoe. This ebook edition also includes bonus recipes for cinnamon cookies and vanilla and almond biscuits.
The Christmas Café
by Eliza EvansJingle all the way to Silver Bells, Wyoming, where love is a treat!Clumsy, earnest baker Sylvie West has worked at the Christmas Café in Silver Bells, Wyoming, ever since her boozy eggnog fruitcake won the town&’s annual holiday bake-off. Her forever happy place, the café complements her sweet, well-ordered life with her roommates: recently widowed Gramps and her yappy chihuahua-pug, Crumpet.So, when Sylvie learns the café might be sold, she&’s determined to save it the only way she can: by getting the Holiday Channel crew to set a scene at the café. She&’s even met the film&’s charming lead actor, Royce, thanks to Crumpet&’s meddling. Between an unexpected acting gig, a booth at the Christmas festival, an appearance at the Christmas parade, and a budding romance with Royce, Sylvie has a lot on her plate. Good thing her old friend, gruff yet reliable Abe, has just come home to manage his parents&’ goat farm—until she catches herself feeling a little too merry and bright in his presence. With some help from family, friends, Crumpet, and the goat farmer down the way, Sylvie&’s plate might just be full of the sweetest treats she&’s ever had . . .
The Christmas Catch: A Winter Romance
by Mary ShotwellA sweet and heartwarming Holiday Rom Com you won&’t want to put down.&“The very essence of Christmas. A must-have for your Christmas reading list.&”—GoodreadsCan an unlikely grumpy-sunshine romance return the magic of Christmas to this small town?All podcaster &“Cheery Charlee&” Ridgeway wants for Christmas is to land her one-millionth follower. But first, she needs a really good story. Amid hundreds of submissions, one stands out: a plea for a Christmas miracle from Cape Sunset, a small fishing village that hasn&’t celebrated Christmas since Jack Fortner lost his fiancée four years ago.It&’s the perfect pitch, but who knew Jack would be such a downright Grinch—or so heart-stoppingly handsome?Jack&’s comfortable crab-fisherman routine is shaken when Charlee blows into town. It&’s not long before the pretty podcaster is breathing new life into Cape Sunset, captivating everyone—including Jack, who&’s feeling things for Charlee he once thought he&’d never feel again. Do opposites really attract?A must-read for fans of: Small town romance Grumpy sunshine romance Christmas miracle&“This book was a great way to kick off the holiday season. It was like reading a Hallmark movie—a sweet story with likeable characters and a tale of friends, family, and community&”—GoodreadsPreviously published as Christmas Catch.
The Christmas Child
by Diana HamiltonHis convenient wife was pregnant! James Carter's proposal of marriage was a surprise to Matilda Trent. Nevertheless, Mattie loved James, and she accepted—intending to prove she could be more to him than just a convenient wife. The result was unexpected—a baby due at Christmas! But before Mattie could tell James she was expecting, she discovered something that forced her to keep her joyful news a secret…
The Christmas Clash
by Suzanne ParkA PopSugar Best New Holiday Romance Book of 2022!Who's naughty and nice at Riverwood Mall? In this hilarious YA holiday rom-com, two rivals get together to save their families' livelihoods, and Christmas, too!Chloe Kwon can't stand Peter Li. It's always been that way. Their families don't get along either: their parents operate rival restaurants in the Riverwood Mall food court—Korean food for the Kwons and Chinese food for the Lis. Now it's the holiday season and Chloe's the photographer at the mall's Santa's Village, and Peter works at the virtual reality North Pole experience right across the atrium. It's all Chloe can do to avoid Peter's smug, incredibly photogenic face.But it turns out the mall is about to be sold to a developer and demolished for condos. Eviction notices are being handed out right before Christmas. Their parents don't know what to do, and soon Chloe and Peter realize that the two of them need to join efforts to try to save the mall. Just when it seems like they can put aside their differences and work closely (very closely) together, they discover that the Kwon and Li feud goes far deeper than either of them realize...Perfect for readers who...Love holiday rom-comsEnjoy rivals-to-lovers storiesFans of Kasie West, Rachel Lynn Solomon, and Sandhya MenonPraise for The Christmas Clash:"Park has a knack for writing delightful romances that sparkle with her depiction of Asian culture. The Christmas Clash is a gift we're ready to open over and over."—Entertainment Weekly"Think of the perfect, coziest Hallmark movie but with way more edge, wit, and authentic representation. The ideal stocking-stuffer for anyone who loves the holidays, ridiculously adorable romance, delicious Asian food, and malls!" —Stephan Lee, author of K-Pop Confidential"A delicious romp of a rom-com. It left me craving spicy pork and sesame balls and nostalgic for the feeling of the mall at Christmastime." —Tiffany Schmidt, author of I'm Dreaming of a Wyatt Christmas"It's the perfect book to read for the holidays, chock full of humor, banter, food, mall shenanigans, and a side mission that brings these two opposites together." —Tif Marcelo, USA Today bestselling author of The Holiday Switch"Keep the holiday spirit alive in this Romeo and Juliet flavored rom-com" —Publishers Weekly"A fun rivalry-to-romance romp" —Kirkus Reviews
The Christmas Company
by Alys MurrayShe's out to save her town from a real-life Scrooge... The small town of Miller&’s Point is known across the country for their annual Dickensian Christmas festival. When the celebration is threatened by Clark Woodward, a miserly, big-city businessman, Kate Buckner steps up to save her hometown, their traditions, and her favorite holiday. But, along the way, she realizes that the man she&’s trying to protect her town from might need some rescuing of his own. With a lot of heart and a little Christmas magic, Kate is convinced she can teach Clark to love her favorite holiday. But can such different people learn to open up and love each other? This heartwarming romance includes a free Hallmark original recipe for Sweet Potato Biscuits with Country Ham.
The Christmas Countdown
by Holly CassidyFrom the author of The Christmas Wager comes a charming holiday rom com about a young, recently heartbroken woman who is tasked by her sister to complete Advent calendar challenges in the lead up to Christmas to reignite her belief in herself, the holidays, and love again.She&’s given up on love and Christmas…but fate has other plans. All Callie wants for Christmas is to hibernate. She's still reeling from being dumped by her childhood sweetheart, and under no circumstances will she go home for the holidays considering her ex will be right next door with his new, perfect partner. Callie is officially in grinch mode, but her meddling sister, Anita, won&’t let her give up on life, love, and Christmas quite so easily.Anita stages a Christmas intervention for Callie with a homemade Advent calendar challenge—cheerful tasks to push Callie out of her comfort zone and into the holiday spirit, inspired by a childhood tradition. Callie reluctantly plays along, but when she comes face-to-face with a charming baker who just might be the spoonful of sugar she needs, her strict rules on love and the holidays are tested. As they strike a deal to do the activities together, could the twenty four little doors on Callie&’s Advent calendar not only open up one, but two closed-off hearts?
The Christmas Countdown
by Holly CassidyA charming holiday rom com about a young, recently heartbroken woman who is tasked by her sister to complete Advent calendar challenges in the lead up to Christmas to reignite her belief in herself, the holidays, and love again.She&’s given up on love and Christmas…but fate has other plans. All Callie wants for Christmas is to hibernate. She&’s just been dumped by her childhood sweetheart, and under no circumstances will she go home for the holidays considering her ex will be right next door with his new, perfect partner. Callie is officially in grinch mode, but her meddling sister, Anita, won&’t let her give up on life, love, and Christmas quite so easily.Anita stages a Christmas intervention for Callie with a homemade Advent calendar challenge—cheerful tasks to push Callie out of her comfort zone and into the holiday spirit, inspired by a childhood tradition. Callie reluctantly plays along, but when she comes face-to-face with a charming baker who just might be the spoonful of sugar she needs, her strict rules on love and the holidays are tested. As they strike a deal to do the activities together, could the twenty four little doors on Callie&’s Advent calendar not only open up one, but two closed-off hearts?
The Christmas Crush: A Novel
by Noelle DouglasA small-town baker and a career woman working for a cookie conglomerate get all mixed up in this Christmas rom-com, perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey and Maggie Knox.Marketing executive Elena Voss&’s newest assignment for Sparkle Cookie, a large cookie conglomerate, was meant to be a much-needed break from her toxic boss and the stressful city. She never expected to get into a public—and embarrassing—argument with a sexy baker in New Hope, Pennsylvania. But the townsfolk aren&’t exactly thrilled about a corporate chain bakery coming in to ruin their small-town feel.Lawrence Higgins–and his dog Sugar–have been a beloved staple in New Hope for years. Their bakery specializes in cookies, but with Sparkle Cookie&’s upcoming grand opening, he&’s worried about rent spikes and stolen customers. Elena wants to write Lawrence off as an opponent she can crush, but his good looks and passion for baking make it difficult to stay professional.Elena and Lawrence immediately butt heads at a town hall meeting. When a cookie competition makes them join forces, sparks fly, and they find first impressions are often wrong. Can their blossoming connection survive the ensuing cookie war?
The Christmas Dog Sitters
by Lucy MitchellAt Christmas, all you need is love—and a mischievous spaniel to help you find it . . . &“[Mitchell&’s] writing is deliciously funny and has so much heart.&” —Sandy Barker, author of Match Me If You Can Rachel is struggling. She&’s navigating the loss of her best friend, she&’s left heartbroken by her ex-boyfriend, and she&’s recently been made redundant by her employer. So the impending holiday season is the last thing she wants to think about. Then her rich sister suggests that Rachel dog-sit her spaniel, Humphrey, in her luxurious country house in a quaint village in Surrey. However, Rachel is soon manipulated into caring for her elderly Grandpa Eric, too. Between managing flight-risk Humphrey and rebellious Grandpa Eric, Rachel uncovers family truths, discovers a secretive west wing . . . and must cook Christmas dinner for an entire village. Amid the chaos, Rachel meets handsome builder Ben. Working at the house, he&’s also no stranger to loss, but is willing to re-enter the dating scene—albeit with a six-year-old daughter in tow. Can Rachel and Ben find their way through grief at this tricky time of year? And when a snowstorm threatens to ruin Christmas for everyone, can Rachel and Humphrey bring the community together?The Christmas Dog Sitters is more than a heartwarming, festive comedy—it&’s a story of love and loss, and finding your own path, from the bestselling author of The Car Share.
The Christmas Escape: A Novel
by Sarah Morgan&“Morgan&’s latest Christmas tale will delight readers and give them the perfect excuse to snuggle up for a few hours with a cup of hot cocoa.&”—Booklist on The Christmas EscapeThis Christmas, be whisked away by USA Today bestselling author Sarah Morgan in this uplifting novel of friendship, the festive season, and risking everything for the biggest gift of all...It was supposed to be Christy Sullivan&’s perfect Christmas getaway—a trip to Lapland with her family and best friend, Alix. But facing a make-or-break marriage crisis, Christy desperately needs time alone with her husband. Her solution? Alix can take Christy&’s little daughter to Lapland, and they will reunite there for Christmas Day. It&’s a big ask, but what else are friends for?There&’s nothing Alix won&’t do for Christy. But Christy&’s request to save Christmas is giving Alix sleepless nights. She knows something is wrong, but for the first time ever, Christy isn&’t talking. And even the Arctic temperatures in Lapland aren&’t enough to dampen the seriously inconvenient sizzle Alix is developing for Zac, a fellow guest and nemesis from her past.As secrets unravel and unexpected romance shines under the northern lights, can Christy and Alix&’s Christmas escape give them the courage to fight for the relationships they really want, and save the precious gift of each other&’s friendship?
The Christmas Feast
by Nathalie DargentWhen Wolf, Weasel, and Fox steal a turkey for their Christmas feast, no one expects the meal to have her own ideas about the celebration. Don&’t they want to fatten her up first? Haven&’t they even hung up mistletoe or baked gingerbread? But the more time the three friends spend with Turkey, the less anyone wants the fun to end… Perfect for holiday story times, this festive book will provide plenty of laughs with its witty narration, amusing characters, and playful illustrations.
The Christmas Fix
by Lucy ScoreFrom the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Things We Never Got Over She'll save Christmas just to spite him… There's only one thing standing in the way of Cat King saving Merry, Connecticut's Christmas festival: Grumpy town manager Noah Yates. Single dad, Noah takes his responsibilities seriously. When a late season hurricane turns his town into a disaster, he's left scrambling to pick up the pieces of the town he loves. At least, until home renovation expert and reality TV star Catalina King arrives with a camera crew and a budget big enough to put the town back together again. But Noah doesn't want a celebrity diva capitalizing on their tragedy or filling his young daughter's head with visions of glitz and glam. Blonde bombshell Cat is used to being underestimated, but Noah has an uncanny knack for getting under her skin. They can't be in a room together without rubbing each other the wrong way…except that time in the dark alley where the rubbing was just right. Can these enemies work together to pull off a Christmas miracle or will their fighting leave them both on the naughty list? Author's Note: These enemies-to-lovers deliver the holiday feels with a dirty-talking hero, ballsy blonde who never backs down, steamy hot break-the-dining-room-table sexy times, and a small town that still believes in the magic of Christmas.
The Christmas Fix: the sizzling new festive romance from the Tiktok sensation and million-copy bestseller
by Lucy ScoreShe'll save Christmas just to spite him...There's only one thing standing in the way of Cat King saving a small town's Christmas festival: Grumpy town manager Noah Yates.Single dad Noah takes his responsibilities seriously. When a late season hurricane turns Merry, Connecticut, into a disaster, he's left scrambling to pick up the pieces of the town he loves.At least, until home renovation expert and smoking hot reality TV star Catalina King arrives with a camera crew and a budget big enough to put the town back together again. But Noah doesn't want a celebrity diva capitalizing on their tragedy or filling his daughter's head with visions of glitz and glam.Blonde bombshell Cat is used to being underestimated, but Noah has an uncanny knack for getting under her skin. They can't be in a room together without rubbing each other the wrong way...except that time in the dark alley where the rubbing was just right. Can these enemies work together to pull off a Christmas miracle or will their fighting leave them both on the naughty list?A note from Lucy Score: These enemies-to-lovers deliver the holiday feels with a dirty-talking hero, ballsy blonde who never backs down, steamy hot break-the-dining-room-table sexy times, and a small town that still believes in the magic of Christmas.★★★Reader reviews★★★'The perfect Christmas book''Everything a snowmance should have!''Gives you all the Christmas feels''Unputdownable!'
The Christmas Guest: A Christmas Story To Melt Your Heart
by Daisy BellThe heartwarming tale of a homeless puppy with a huge heart When Teddy runs away from home a week before Christmas, he is confronted by a cold, scary and oh, so big world. Then he finds the Woods family. With their kind hearts and cosy cottage, Teddy forms a special bond with Claire and Ben, but it's in little Emily that he finds the best friend he needs. But Emily is ill, and raising a puppy is hardly a priority for her stressed parents. If only he can prove to them how much happier he can make them all, Teddy might just find his forever home this Christmas...'A heart-melting Christmas story about the sweetest little dog bringing happiness to a family' Amazon reviewer.
The Christmas Guest: A heartwarming tale you won't want to put down
by Daisy BellThe heartwarming tale of a homeless puppy with a huge heart When Teddy runs away from home a week before Christmas, he is confronted by a cold, scary and oh, so big world. Then he finds the Woods family. With their kind hearts and cosy cottage, Teddy forms a special bond with Claire and Ben, but it's in little Emily that he finds the best friend he needs. But Emily is ill, and raising a puppy is hardly a priority for her stressed parents. If only he can prove to them how much happier he can make them all, Teddy might just find his forever home this Christmas...'A heart-melting Christmas story about the sweetest little dog bringing happiness to a family' Amazon reviewer.
The Christmas Keeper (Happily Ever After #2)
by Jenn McKinlayTrue love and holiday cheer combine for an unforgettable romance in this second Happily Ever After novel featuring a North Carolina bookstore from the New York Times bestselling author of The Good Ones.All he wants for Christmas… The second Joaquin Solis saw Savannah Wilson, he knew she was destined to be his wife. Unfortunately, Savannah’s sights are set on a happily-ever-after of another kind: skewering the boss who got her fired. Until then, she won’t act on the scorching sexual chemistry that is brewing between them, leaving Joaquin scrambling to find a way to capture her heart. When the opportunity arises to use his ranch to boost Savannah's publicity career, Joaquin doesn’t hesitate to invite her into his world at Shadow Pines and woo her with all of his Christmas loving mojo. It’s a gamble since the holidays aren’t really Savannah's thing and helping her might also mean losing her as she plans to shake the dust off of their quaint town in North Carolina and head back to New York City the first chance she gets. But Joaquin believes in the magic of Christmas and he knows with a little help from his friends at the Happily Ever After Bookstore, he can convince the woman of his dreams that he’s a keeper…
The Christmas Party from the Black Lagoon (Black Lagoon Adventures #9)
by Mike ThalerThese fun-filled chapter books mix school, monsters, and common kid problems with hilarious results. You'll scream with laughter!At the class Christmas party, everyone has to exchange gifts. Doesn't sound too bad, right? Well Hubie has to get one for a girl! And he hasn't even saved up three dollars. What is he going to do? Time is ticking away. And remember, if you mess up, Santa Claws is coming to town--for you!
The Christmas Scrapbook
by Philip GulleyIt's autumn in Harmony, and Pastor Sam Gardner has vowed to be ready for Christmas. Determined to redeem a dreadful history of gift giving, Sam enrolls in a scrapbooking class to make a Christmas gift his wife will never forget. However, Sam's absence from their home every Wednesday night, coupled with his fishy alibi of attending a men's group, raises her suspicions. Meanwhile, Sam struggles in the class and must attempt to complete his project with only the help of his faithful secretary, Frank. As Christmas fast approaches and rumors of Sam's Wednesday night absences swirl along with the snow, a series of mishaps leads to a Christmas no one will soon forget.
The Christmas Scrapbook: A Harmony Story
by Philip GulleyIt's autumn in Harmony, and Pastor Sam Gardner has vowed to be ready for Christmas. Determined to redeem a dreadful history of gift giving, Sam enrolls in a scrapbooking class to make a Christmas gift his wife will never forget. However, Sam's absence from their home every Wednesday night, coupled with his fishy alibi of attending a men's group, raises her suspicions.Meanwhile, Sam struggles in the class and must attempt to complete his project with only the help of his faithful secretary, Frank. As Christmas fast approaches and rumors of Sam's Wednesday night absences swirl along with the snow, a series of mishaps leads to a Christmas no one will soon forget.
The Christmas Set-Up: A Holiday Romance (Mills and Boon Ser.)
by Jill ShalvisNew York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis delivers a fan-favorite novella in which snowbound rivals are faced with irresistible temptation… Competing architects Zoe and Jason have two weeks to come up with the design to win a coveted new project. But when a snowstorm strands them together at a secluded cabin, Zoe sees her chance to show Jason how she really feels. With romance blooming under the mistletoe, can she get the gorgeous Scrooge into the true Christmas spirit?Originally published in 2011.
The Christmas Strike
by Nikki RiversYou can’t give to others...until you give to yourself!With Christmas only twelve days away, supermom Abby Blake is going on strike. Sure she loves her grown daughters and their families, but do they all have to be so...well, needy? Having made her stand, Abby’s not about to let anything-or anyone-stop her. Especially her sworn enemy-alpha male extraordinaire Cole Hudson.Abby convinces him to fly her to Chicago on his private jet for a little R and R. But Cole’s got other plans-a surprise detour to Paris. And thanks to a luxury suite, a fabulous shopping spree and enough sparks flying between her and Cole to light up the Eiffel Tower, life is definitely looking up for Abby. Maybe this “strike” should grow into a year-round holiday....
The Christmas Surprise
by Jenny ColganFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Little Beach Street Bakery and The Bookshop on the Corner comes a delightful holiday tale full of sweetness, love, heartbreak, and happiness--perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber and Elin Hilderbrand.Rosie Hopkins, newly engaged, is looking forward to an exciting year in the little English sweetshop she owns. But when fate deals Rosie and her boyfriend Stephen a terrible blow, threatening everything they hold dear, it's going to take all their strength and the support of their families and their friends to hold them together. After all, don't they say it takes a village to raise a child?