Big. Curvy. Thick. Whatever term you use for not skinny, that’s what I’ve always been.Pole dancing helped me learn to appreciate my curvy body and even feel sexy. And while my self-esteem has improved over the years, my taste in men has always been stuck in the tall, dark, and toxic category.After breaking it off with my latest mistake, I’ll admit I went a little wild. But those random hookups got old real fast and that’s not how I want to live my life going forward. So I decided to take a self-imposed man break.When Simon Parker asked me on a date, I had no intention of accepting his offer. We worked together for almost a decade and I never thought of him as anything more than a good friend. But my pole ladies convinced me to give him a chance.So I said yes, never expecting my stomach to flutter when he picked me up. Or that his lips against mine would feel oh-so-right.But I’d be lying if I said the thought of diving into another relationship doesn’t freak me out a little. Or a lot. I’ve been doing well on my own. I don’t know if I’m ready to risk my hard-won confidence. Plus, Simon’s definitely not my usual type.But that’s probably a good thing, right?

I had hoped to attend my high school reunion with a fancy job and a polished man on my arm, every bit the success my hometown had predicted me to be.But plans never go as, well, planned.Also unplanned was running into a hot, prickly mechanic on my first day back in Sapphire Creek.Austin Kyle sure knows how to work a flannel shirt.Based on the way the brooding man argues with me over an apple pie, it’s safe to say he doesn’t like me.Call it the former homecoming queen in me, but I need the veiny-forearmed grump to like me. I have a week to change his mind before I return home to the city.Before I know it, Austin’s occupying all my thoughts. I’m singing karaoke, bringing him coffees at his garage, and doing anything else I can think of to win him over.And it works—a little too well.One moment we’re arguing over who’s more stubborn, and the next, we’re crawling into his truck bed, a tangled mess of eager hands and bruising kisses.It’s not long before Austin’s charming his way into my heart, but this thing between us is only temporary.From the start, he’s warned me we wouldn’t have a storybook ending.Maybe I should’ve listened.*The Charm of You is the first book in the Sapphire Creek series, where grumpy meets sunshine and one homecoming leads to happily ever after. This full-length romance contains banter, explosive chemistry, and ooey-gooey feels, plus enough steam to make you blush.

Twelve swoon-worthy cowboys. Twelve strong, sassy heroines. Twelve heart-melting romances. One epic boxset! Saddle up for a binge-worthy ride with bestselling authors Mary Sue Jackson and Leslie North in this super-sized collection, packed with rugged charm, heartfelt moments, and plenty of cowboy heat!Cowboy’s Doorstep BabySam Carden’s life turns upside down when his ex leaves him with their baby daughter—permanently. Aspiring chef Arielle Rose steps in to help, just as she’s preparing for a high-stakes cooking competition. But can they ignore their sizzling attraction?Her Second Chance CowboyRancher Colin McCabe offers his barn for his best friend’s wedding—only to find himself working with the Maid of Honor, Nancy Sharp… his high school sweetheart. Will planning their friends’ big day give them a second shot at love?Cowboy’s Sexy ExSally Weston was always the one for stuntman-turned-rancher Jarod Hunter—until she broke his heart. Letting him go was the hardest thing she ever did, but now that he’s back, can they finally find their way to each other?Cowboy’s Christmas WifeDaryl Rivers is desperate to save his family’s ranch, so when single mom Laura offers financial help in exchange for a temporary husband, he agrees. It’s strictly business—until their fake marriage starts to feel all too real.Rancher’s One-Night StandMichael Townsend prides himself on making smart choices—but sleeping with his campaign manager, Jenna Griffin, was not one of them. Then she drops a bombshell… he’s going to be a father.Cowboy’s Fake MarriageTo keep custody of his infant daughter, rodeo star Shane Clayborn needs a stable home. He strikes a deal with Lila Quinn—marry him, and he’ll help her buy her dream ranch. But can she keep their fake marriage from breaking her heart?Cowboy’s Convenient MarriageCharlotte Kennedy needs a husband fast to claim her inheritance and avoid deportation. Sexy cowboy Emmett Sawyer once proposed to her as a teen—now she’s more than happy to accept. But Emmett is in real danger of falling for his fake wife.Healing the RancherWhen rancher Carter Janus first meets his new physical therapist, he nearly sends her packing. Willow Spalding is gorgeous—and far too distracting. But as he bonds with her young son, he starts to wonder if he can open his heart to them both.The Rancher’s Marriage BargainChef Jolie Hill’s plan after a rough breakup? Hide out at a remote ranch and avoid men. But her brooding, sexy new boss, Colson Westland, isn’t making it easy—especially when he proposes a fake engagement to keep custody of his ward.The Rancher’s Second ChanceSamantha Jenson swore she’d never come back home—or fall for a cowboy. But when she inherits her family’s ranch, she’s forced to team up with her ex, Cole Baker. Can they save the ranch without reigniting old flames?The Rancher’s Tempting NannyAustin Flint can handle chaos on his ranch—but not the sudden arrival of a daughter he never knew he had. When she refuses to speak, he turns to speech pathologist Sara Kilne for help—unaware she might be the one to heal his heart.The Rancher’s Unexpected NannyFormer rodeo star Finn Henry is struggling to raise his daughter after his wife’s death. Enter nanny Callie Winter, whose warmth and kindness bring light back into their lives—and make Finn wonder if love is worth the risk again.

On the slopes of Colorado, an actress is caught in a passionate love triangle in this electrifying novel by a New York Times–bestselling author. Six weeks ago, Kit Masters was a nobody—a farm girl from Aspen, Colorado, who came to Hollywood hoping to make it as a movie star. Incredibly, her dream came true, and she was cast opposite John Travis, the biggest name on the silver screen. Now, she’s flying back to her home state on a private jet to begin shooting the film that will make her famous. She should be overjoyed, but when the trip home means a reunion with her old flame, rugged rancher Tom Bannon, Kit finds herself caught between Hollywood glamour and the passion of her Rocky Mountain heart.   America’s first lady of romance, Janet Dailey shows that love burns hottest when the air is cold, demonstrating the storytelling talent that made her a multimillion-selling phenomenon.

A magical hot spring. A missing memory. And a positive pregnancy test.Briana Duvaulle is sure there’s been a mistake—she can’t be pregnant… right? But when the test says otherwise, she’s left questioning everything about one unforgettable night—and one she can’t remember. To make things even more complicated, the most charming, drop-dead gorgeous man she’s ever met is now determined to win her heart.Joseph Castillo is relentless in his pursuit, sweeping Briana off her feet with grand gestures, stolen kisses, and a passion she’s never known. But just when she starts to believe in fairy tales, she discovers the shocking truth… he’s a royal prince.A small-town girl from Ohio has no place in his world—especially when his family has already chosen his bride. With a kingdom at stake and her heart on the line, Briana has to decide… does she run before she gets in too deep, or take a chance on the ultimate happily-ever-after?Escape to a world of romance, luxury, and heart-stopping twists in The Prince & His Cinderella!National Reader’s Choice Award Winner “A book that will make it to the keeper shelf. The very talented and witty Mindy Neff constantly turns out works of fiction that would make great romantic films and this one is no exception!”

A brooding novelist could win over a plucky innkeeper if he can just handle his baggage in this sweet Southern romance by a USA Today–bestseller.“[Explores] dark themes about the past interfering with the present while making a delightful tribute to Jane Eyre. . . . An upbeat, empowering, and still sweet novel about balancing community pressure with personal needs.” —Publishers WeeklyJenny Carpenter is the unrivaled pie-baking champion of Last Chance, South Carolina’s annual Watermelon Festival and the town’s unofficial spinster. With her dream of marriage and children on hold, she focuses on another dream, turning the local haunted house into a charming bed-and-breakfast. But her plans go off course when the home’s former owner shows up on her doorstep on a dark and stormy night . . . Mega–bestselling horror writer Gabriel Raintree is as mysterious and tortured as his heroes. His family’s long-deserted mansion is just the inspiration he needs to finish his latest twisted tale, or so he thinks until he learns it’s been sold. The new innkeeper proves to be as determined as she is kind, and soon Gabriel finds himself a paying guest in his own home. As Jenny and Gabe bring new passion to the old house, can she convince him to leave the ghosts of his past behind—and make Last Chance their first choice for a future together?“I absolutely love this series. Every time I pick one up I know I am in for a treat. I love the little town that Hope Ramsay has created. . . . Inn at Last Chance is a little darker than the past books in the series, but it is still a knock-out. There are many twist and turns that will keep the reader hooked and dying to find out what happens next.” —Fresh Fiction