The national bestselling author of Sanctuary Cove returns to the islands off South Carolina with this heartfelt second chance romance.After a taste of Broadway stardom and a failed marriage, Francine Tanner has come home to Cavanaugh Island to rebuild her life. She's done with acting—and with fakery of every kind. But the mysterious newcomer who's bought land outside her hometown is as down-to-earth as he is handsome . . . and he may be her second chance for the real thing.Keaton Grace has had a crush on Francine for years. Now she's living in the same small town where he's developing his new film studio. He's determined to convince his favorite star to return to the spotlight. Yet the more they get reacquainted, the more he realizes the smart, funny, sexy woman she is in real life is far better than any role he envisioned.“The kind of place you visit and never want to leave.” —Hope Ramsay, bestselling author of Last Chance Beauty Queen, on Sanctuary Cove

When childhood crush meets fake relationship, the only thing that's fake is their ability to ignore their growing feelings.Everything is falling into place for Will Evergreen. In a few short months, he’ll be moving out of his Wyoming hometown to launch his own business and finally step out of his brothers’ shadows. Will's more than a cute, former whiz kid and will prove it by growing the family enterprise. Then Ava Robertson, the woman he failed to forget, comes crashing back to town. Suddenly, packing up is the last thing on his agenda.Ava never planned on moving back home. But when life throws her a curveball, she finds herself turning to the childhood buddy she left behind years ago. Will isn't the same boy she remembers. He's all man now, so when her mother's idea of moving forward means matchmaking, Ava begs Will to play the role of doting boyfriend.Will agrees, but he’s keeping a secret. They’ll spend the summer attending weddings and family events as a couple, but he won't let the one get away again—even if it costs him his future.Perfect for fans of Carly Phillips and Erin Nicholas who love small-town romances where pretending turns into something all too real.

Two animal lovers find romance in this classic wholesome story of companionship and dogs, from RITA® Award—winning author Inglath Cooper.Culley Rutherford is doing the best he can to raise his young daughter on his own. One night while at a conference in New York City, Culley runs into his old friend Addy Taylor. After a passionate night together, neither expects a lasting relationship…but then Addy moves back to their hometown to help her mother run their family orchard.Culley is willing to explore the attraction between them, but Addy is determined not to stick around any longer than necessary. Can Culley and his daughter, Madeline—with the help of a rescue puppy—show Addy that coming home for good is the best move she can make.Originally published in 2004.

One of my favorite songs growing up was Jessie’s Girl by Rick Springfield.Ironically enough, I never realized I’d be living out those lyrics in my own life when I fell for my best friend’s girl—and then my best friend, John Schmitt, died.Add on the fact that she was pregnant with his child and that I’d been harboring feelings for Evelyn months before all of this happened, and well, now?Now the lyrics to that song don’t sound so bad anymore.The worst part is, I’m the one to blame for his death which made facing her an even harder pill to swallow, so what did I do? Pretend like she didn’t exist anymore, even though it was virtually impossible because she was everywhere in our small town of Newberry Springs.Flashforward six months and suddenly Evelyn finds herself in a legal battle she never saw coming, and I can’t just stand by any longer and pretend like my heart isn’t in shambles.So I suggest the unthinkable.I offer to marry her, help her prove that she’s a fit mother and her daughter is being raised well despite John not being in the picture.But Evelyn doesn’t know that being near her gets my blood pumping, even more so after avoiding her for months.She doesn’t understand that doing this favor for her is a way for me to gain retribution for John’s death and take a chance to find out if she can reciprocate my feelings.And she doesn’t get that by being there for her and loving her and her daughter that I’m doing everything that my best friend couldn’t.

I’m the most hated player in the NHL. I’m famous for fighting dirty, and it’s earned me a nickname: Dirty Del.When I get traded to the Denver Bashers, I’m told to clean up my act.The team’s social media girl, Ingrid, is helping me sweeten my public image. She’s everything I’m not: bubbly and likable with a sunshine smile.She’s also stunningly beautiful–and totally off limits. Her cousin–my teammate–hates my guts and warned me to stay away from her.But the more time we spend working together, the more I like Ingrid. When I open up to her about my darkest secret, she makes me feel comforted and supported. And when she tells me about the terrible way her ex treated her, I’m determined to spoil her in every way…in and out of the bedroom.It’s not long before I start to catch feels.I need to focus on my career. I don’t need any distractions, especially not a relationship.But I’m falling hard for this beautiful sunshine girl.Dirty Pucker is a pro hockey grumpy sunshine romance with an HEA. It is book 2 in the Denver Bashers series but can be read as a standalone.Tropes:Friends to loversGrumpy/sunshineHockey bad boySocial media girlHe falls first and harderNo 3rd act breakup!

Set off on a romantic comedy adventure that readers are calling 'a gorgeous second chance love story' It’s the trip of a lifetime – with just one catch!Aspiring travel writer Mia Walker dreams of covering dream destinations for a living. So when she’s offered the chance to write a romantic travel piece, taking in turquoise oceans, tropical beaches, and a fairy-tale Scottish wedding, she knows it’s the opportunity she’s been waiting for.It’s the trip of a lifetime… but it comes with a catch. The photographer who’ll be travelling with her is Hunter Scott, who Mia last saw five years ago – when she ended their engagement!Mia knows she’d be mad to say no – even if it does mean traveling the world with the one man she never wanted to see again! But, whether it’s the stunning locations or the wedding on the horizon, Mia soon finds herself wishing she hadn’t cancelled her own engagement after all…If you’re dreaming of sipping cocktails from a pineapple surrounded by palm trees and flamingos don’t miss Maxine Morrey’s gorgeously uplifting summer romance, perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Jo Watson.Previously published as The Christmas HolidayReaders LOVE Around the World with my Ex!'There were plenty of sigh inducing moments that were just wonderfully romantic and I was left hoping for that happy ever after. Perfect for curling up with, even better why not grab a hot chocolate and completely indulge in this gorgeous story just like I did!' ?????'Made me laugh out loud a few times and made my eyes water in emotional moments. Do yourself a favour and read it' ?????'Loved the sizzling chemistry from the outset! Recommended if you're looking for an escapist beach read' ?????'Made me laugh to the point of tears. My first book by this author but definitely will not be my last' ?????'Filled with true love, gorgeous locations, once in a lifetime experiences, sparks and challenges… charming, sweet, original and incredibly entertaining' ?????