"This story will be on every girls' night book club list this year." - Farmhouse Reviews ?????"Fiercely honest, brave but lighted-hearted, The Sidelined Wife by Jennifer Peel is one of the best romance novels I have read in a long, long time." - Readers Favorite ?????She's getting back in the game, one post at a time.Samantha Higgins never thought driving her husband's car would forever change her life. But one conversation later, heard through his Bluetooth, and Samantha is changing her last name. While trying to figure out who Samantha Decker is, she writes what she thinks is one final post on her blog, announcing her divorce. When the post goes viral, she finds herself with a new title, The Sidelined Wife, and an unbelievable following.Then her younger brother's best friend, Reed Cassidy, who she used to babysit, moves back to town as the new head football coach for her son's high school team. Reed has harbored a crush for his old babysitter all these years. But, Samantha isn't keen on dating anyone, much less a younger man who used to booby trap her bedroom with firecrackers.While Samantha is doing her best to learn the rules of single life and being a semi-celebrity, Reed comes in and changes the game. Now Samantha must decide if she should get back on the field or if she prefers the sidelines.

Such a fresh, smart, original debut' Sunday Times bestseller Beth O'Leary'The best romcom I've ever read!' Emily Slapper With the warmth and charm of Bridget Jones and a main character as unforgettable as Eleanor Oliphant, this is an irresistible debut about a young woman navigating love, friendship and happiness in a world that doesn’t think like she does. Pearl O’Reilly is twenty-seven (nearly twenty-eight). She likes salmon pink, the number three and going to the pub with her best friend Una the same night each week. Thanks to her OCD, her other routines – from counting her way downstairs to obsessively washing her hands – pose more of a problem.But that’s all about to change. Because it’s time for Pearl to say to hell with it – starting with the gorgeous naked man in her bed this morning… Readers (and your favourite authors!) are LOVING To Hell With It:‘Moving, funny, and totally satisfying, I loved this book’ Katie Fforde, author of From London With Love'Funny, empathetic and engaging. Loved it!' Sunday Times bestseller Sally Page, author of The Secrets of Flowers'Now and then, a character carves our a permanent place in my heart. Step forward Pearl' Claire Alexander, author of Meredith, Alone'This book felt like an absolute treat, a warm hug, hanging out with such likeable, funny characters.’ Aliya Ali-Afzal, author of Would I Lie to You?‘This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!’ ?????‘This debut by Claire Frances is a rollercoaster of relatable quirks, raw emotions, and laugh out loud moments that’ll steal your heart faster than Pearl counts her way down the stairs.’ ?????‘I LOVED this book! […] Frances had me laughing and then almost crying, particularly nearer to the end.’ ?????‘I absolutely adored Pearl! She is messy, flawed scattered and so real I can imagine sitting down for a cup of tea with her.’ ?????‘If you’re looking for a read that’s both entertaining and insightful, add this one to your list. I promise you won’t regret it.’ ?????‘An absolute rollercoaster of chaos, charm, and unexpected heart! From the first page, I was hooked on its witty dialogue, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of chemistry that sizzles off the page. Claire Frances has delivered a story that’s wickedly fun and impossible to put down! Can’t wait to see what she writes next!’ ?????‘A fabulous debut!’ ?????‘This was my first five-star read of 2025, and I absolutely devoured this book!’ ?????‘To Hell With It is a wonderfully honest and uplifting tale about love, friendship, and finding happiness in a world that doesn’t always understand you.’ ?????‘I absolutely adored Pearl! She is messy, flawed scattered and so real I can imagine sitting down for a cup of tea with her.’ ?????‘This is just gorgeous.’ ?????

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation meets Sweet Home Alabama when Christmas goes south in this redneck romantic comedy. I really want a ring before subjecting Collins to my redneck relatives. So I’m relieved when he has to work over the holidays.All I want is a low-key Christmas in Alabama with my family. Well, that and the snow I believe is coming. My perfect holiday is ruined the moment Collins shows up in my mama’s kitchen … escorted by my county sheriff ex-boyfriend.I can honestly say I haven’t been this surprised since my cousin went to jail.Collins might be a successful surgeon in Atlanta, but I doubt he can last a few days in the small town of Wisteria, Alabama. However, if our love can withstand my gun-slinging, hog-killing family, then I’m sure we’re destined to be together.We just have to make it through Christmas.

Come home this Christmas to…CHRISTMAS TOWN, TENNESSEEWhere everyday dreams come true!New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Ginny Baird brings you the start of a brand new holiday series…THE CHRISTMAS COOKIE SHOP(Christmas Town, Book 1)Hannah Winchester is down on her luck and disillusioned with love, but her fortunes are about to change. When Hannah inherits a defunct bakery in East Tennessee, her first thought is to sell it and settle her substantial debt. Then the townsfolk welcome her warmly and she’s taken with the joyful spirit of the place, where stores employ holiday themes and residents have surnames like Christmas and Claus. After a handsome lawman comes to her aid dressed as Santa, Hannah learns he’s more than a hot guy in a red suit and shiny black boots. Sheriff Carter Livingston has joined in the cause of rejuvenating the town, and he’s encouraging her to do her part. Hannah’s great-grandmother, Lena, sold special holiday cookies that brought hope and renewal to the people of Christmas Town. Yet Hannah has plans elsewhere and isn’t looking to stay. Can she possibly reopen the shop known for kindling romance—without sacrificing her heart?

February the fifteenth is a very special day for me. It is the day I gave birth to my first child. It is also the day my husband left me...I can only assume the two events weren't entirely unrelated.Claire has everything she ever wanted: a husband she adores, a great apartment, a good job. Then, on the day she gives birth to their first baby, James informs her that he's leaving her. Claire is left with a newborn daughter, a broken heart, and a postpartum body that she can hardly bear to look at.She decides to go home to Dublin. And there, sheltered by the love of a quirky family, she gets better. So much so, in fact, that when James slithers back into her life, he's in for a bit of a surprise.

Bonus chapter included in the eBook edition!????? ‘The chemistry, the tension, the banter. The SPICE? Perfection.’‘Such a fun, spicy read with a great blend of heart and heat, all wrapped up in a fake-dating pact that had me giggling! Dom was a top candidate for my next book boyfriend.’ Emma Lucy, bestselling author of Live, Ranch, LoveFake-dating has never been so hot.Celebrity news anchor Olivia’s live-streamed marriage proposal ends in public humiliation — her almost-fiancé Rex says no.Desperate to escape, Liv flees to Hawaii. Stunning sunsets and ocean views will help her plan her next move. Only to find Rex there too . . . with his new girlfriend!And when Liv locks herself out of her rental, wearing nothing but red lacy underwear, she knows things definitely can go from bad to worse.Until she’s rescued by gorgeous and mysterious surfer, Dom, who looks like he’s walked straight out of the ocean and into Liv’s fantasies!Their not-so-meet-cute turns out to be the perfect solution to get back at Rex — a fake date. The plan is foolproof. Dom needs a distraction. Liv needs revenge.But the more Liv and Dom fake it, the more the kisses start to feel a little too real — and in paradise, playing pretend has never been so tempting . . .TROPES:?? Spicy Romance ?? Friends-to-lovers?? Fake-dating?? Cinnamon roll hero?? Forced proximity?? Opposites attract?? Holiday romanceWith sizzling chemistry and spicy tropical nights, this swoonworthy rom-com is perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Susie Tate, Carrie Elks, Emma Lucy, Laurie Gilmore, Emily Henry and Bal Khabra.Readers are already falling for The Best Wrong Move:‘LOVED IT! That ending — genius!’ Bestselling author Rachael Stewart‘If you love destination romance with spice, you will not want to miss The Best Wrong Move.’ Libby Tanner, author of Better than Gelato‘A swoony, steamy romance that will transport you to paradise.’ Linny Mack, author of Changing Tides????? ‘A perfect escape . . . this book delivers in every way. Highly recommended!’????? ‘I loved both main characters, their chemistry was chef's kiss perfect, and the backdrop of Hawaii was gorgeous. High praise from this reader!’????? ‘From the very first chapter, I was hooked. The surprises just kept coming . . . If you love romance with humour, heart, and a swoon-worthy love interest, The Best Wrong Move is a must read!’????? ‘It’s so much fun and is a cute retelling of Forgetting Sarah Marshall . . . I loved this book and couldn’t put it down.’????? ‘It’s the kind of story that leaves you laughing, swooning, and fully invested in their journey to love, all set against the dreamy backdrop of Hawaii’s tropical heat.’????? ‘Perfect holiday reading . . . Loved it.’