The delightful new romantic series from the bestselling author of The Cornish Cream Tea novels and The Secret Christmas Bookshop.___________________________________Is a new beginning waiting for her this Christmas?When Imogen leaves her fiancé at the altar and escapes to her grandmother’s cottage by the sea, the only thing she wants to do is disappear.But in a village curious about their new arrival, Imogen finds hiding out harder than expected, especially with the charming local baker Dexter around to distract her.As secrets unravel and the festive season draws near, Imogen wonders if she’s been running from the wrong things all along.Will the runaway bride find her happy ever after under the mistletoe?‘Gorgeous…’ Woman‘One of our favourite women’s fiction stars’ Heat‘A warm and wonderful read’ Woman’s Own‘Cressida’s characters are wonderful!’ Sarah Morgan___________________________________*Readers LOVE Cressida McLaughlin*'Cressida never fails to deliver…beautifully written!' ?????'The perfect Christmas cosy read…I happily lost myself in it in one whole sitting' ?????'A beautiful wintery tale' ?????'A heartwarming and festive romantic escape' ?????'Filled with warmth, hope and just the right touch of Christmas magic' ?????'Impossible not to feel a glow when reading it' ?????'Everything you could want in a festive book' ?????'A lovely festive read full of wintery wonder and community' ?????'Laughter and tears, Christmas and books – who could want anything more' ?????'Heartwarming and festive with a little mystery. Absolutely fantastic' ?????

St Aidan: a cosy Cornish village where friendships are made for life and it’s always cocktail hour somewhere…Escape to Cornwall with this uplifting and feel good standalone novel from the bestselling author of The Little Wedding Shop by the SeaThere’s nothing more magical than a winter wonderland wedding but when photographer Holly North returns to the cosy village of St Aidan she’s determined to avoid romance and the festive season full stop. She’s doing one small favour for a friend’s wedding and then her plans involve diving under her duvet and avoiding any sign of Christmas cheer – and gorgeous but insufferable Rory Sanderson – for the rest of December!That is until Christmas arrives at Brides by the Sea, Cornwall’s enchanting and most adorable little wedding shop. The champagne is on ice while mistletoe hangs from every nook and Holly’s friends at the shop are determined she’ll live up to her festive name.It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and romance is most definitely in the crisp winter air with promises, proposals and Christmas kisses aplenty… What readers are saying about this cosy Christmas romance:‘You can almost smell the Christmas trees and taste those mince pie muffins…the perfect book to cuddle up with’ My Chestnut Reading Tree‘A real cracker’ Annie Cooper’s Book Corner‘An absolute delight’ Bookworms and Shutterbugs‘A really warm and cosy read…it has got me so excited for Christmas!’ Jessica’s Book Biz‘This book has it all, romance, entertainment, charm, cheerfulness, friendship, small miracles, Christmas magic and lots of warmth…I absolutely loved this fantastic book’ With Love for Books

You’ve fallen in love with One Day in December now escape to a snowy log cabin and meet Sarah and Will in this gorgeous Christmas romance!’Tis the season to behave badly…From the USA Today bestselling author of The Wedding Date! It’s the most magical time of the year, and for travel agent Sarah it’s also the busiest! But this year one man threatens to ruin Christmas for Sarah’s customers – Mr Grinch, Will Armstrong.The Shooting Star Mountain resort is a magical place, and Sarah has fond memories of Christmas here as a little girl. But as the resorts new owner, Will refuses to play snowball or to deck the halls with anything remotely resembling holly!With customers complaining their Christmas is ruined, Sarah decides it’s up to her to convince gorgeous but Scroogey Will just how magical Christmas can be…Readers love Zara’s previous book, The Wedding Date:‘All the fun, love and laughter of a real wedding–but without having to buy a new dress!' Debbie Johnson'The best date I have ever been on…my most favourite book of 2018' Kaisha, The Writing Garnet‘Full of laugh out loud moments’ Sunday Times bestseller Heidi Swain‘The rom com date of the year’ Phillipa Ashley‘This book made me smile from beginning to end, every girl needs a Jake rooting for them’ Jules Wake‘Lovely, warm and witty’ Tilly Tennant‘Makes you laugh out loud, feel joyfully tearful and believe in happy ever afters…I loved it’ Cressida McLaughlin‘A terrific summer romp’ Bella Osborne‘Beautifully charming, deliciously sweet but with an unexpected bite! I loved it!’ Jo Robertson, My Chestnut Reading Tree‘As frothy as a wedding gown and as full of fizz as the very best bubbly’ Emma Reid, Screenwipe‘Has everything I look for in a romantic comedy – romance, comedy, gorgeous man…pure, enjoyable escapism’ Rachel Random Reads

Murder, media, mayhem—and maybe love—await in this witty small-town mystery, perfect for fans of Stephanie Plum and Finlay Donovan.Despite a few harrowing incidents with nervy Bridezillas, Addy Winters’ small town party planning business has been 100% murder free—until now. Everything changes when her former classmate, now a legendary rockstar, comes home to Fox Valley to die.Leno Masterson's dying wish is a star-studded 'after-I'm-dead' extravaganza in place of a funeral, and who better to plan it than his old friend Addy? But when he turns up dead four days earlier than the date-with-death he's circled on his calendar, Addy suspects that somebody helped him along. Sure, he left a melodramatic goodbye letter and his right-to-die paperwork is all in order, but something feels wrong.With a flair for events and a knack for nosing into trouble, Addy’s on the case, dragging her family, friends, and Leno’s older brother along with her. She’s woefully unprepared for the inevitable media onslaught and the secrets her nearest and dearest are hiding, but nothing is going to stop her from getting justice for Leno— and throwing a killer party while she’s at it.