Cosy in with the first book in Susan Buchanan’s Christmas Spirit series – a small-town, feel-good festive romance with lashings of community and goodwill – not to mention Christmas Spirit! For fans of Sarah Morgan, Philippa Ashley, Jenny Colgan and Milly Johnson.'Sprinkles happy Christmas fairy dust over people who need it most.' ?????‘The Christmas Spirit is a wonderful book, full of sugar and spice, snow, kindness, and everything else that makes for a magical Christmas.’?????‘Reading this book was like being wrapped up in a giant, squishy hug, and was just what I needed as the stresses of the festive season begin to kick in.’‘I loved how Natalie was able to sense exactly what it was that was missing from the lives of each of the people she interacted with, and felt that the whole book served as a timely reminder that life is not just about the material things. Just through tiny kindnesses, and being present and aware of what is going on around you, you can make a huge impact on someone else’s life.’?????ESCAPE TO THE SUGAR AND SPICE CAFE THIS CHRISTMAS! When eternally optimistic Natalie Hope takes over at the Sugar and Spice bakery café could it be just the injection of Christmas spirit her regulars need?Newly dumped Rebecca is stuck in a job with no prospects, has lost her home and is struggling to see a way forward. To make matters worse, her ex-boyfriend is trying to take her to the cleaners.Pensioner Stanley is dreading his first Christmas alone without his beloved wife, who passed away earlier this year. How can he celebrate Christmas without her and will he ever feel whole again?Graduate Jacob is still out of work despite applying for hundreds of jobs. Will he be forced to go against his instincts and ask his rich but unsympathetic parents for help? And will he regain the confidence he has lost with women and find love?Spiky workaholic Meredith hates the jollity of family gatherings and would rather stay home with a box set and a posh ready meal. Will she finally realise what’s important in life and start appreciating those around her?Natalie sprinkles a little magic to try to spread some festive cheer, restore Christmas spirit, and bring those in need together, but will she succeed?Readers LOVE the uplifting Christmas Spirit series!'A great holiday book that will leave you feeling happy and wanting to share Christmas spirit, good tidings and community spirit.'?????'Fabulous festive fireside read!'?????‘The characters are unique, lonely, and endearing. And the story is a compelling tale full of tender moments, self-discovery, friendship, family, community, relationship woes, festive preparations, and of course a touch of romance!’?????‘The Christmas Spirit is a sweet, uplifting, holiday read that will certainly have you believing in the magic of Christmas and dreaming of twinkling lights, crackling fires, hot chocolate, and scrumptious treats!'?????‘I devoured this book in one sitting, much as I would have done with one of the divine sounding cakes that Natalie baked over the course of the book. As I read, I could almost taste the baking and smell the Christmas spices. I loved reading about all the Christmas cakes from around the world, and not being a fan of the traditional Christmas fruit cake, I will certainly be investigating some of the recipes.’?????

‘I was captivated instantly… Sucked me in from the start… I finished it in less than 24 hours… A knockout read… My heart was pounding.’ NetGalley reviewer, ?????‘Every story needs a happy ending. And you can’t have yours until you find the bookstore.’1692. On the outskirts of Salem, a bookstore stands covered in overgrown vines. Inside, a young woman hides a linen-wrapped journal under a loose floorboard and runs away, panicked by the sound of hounds barking in the distance. The bookstore vanishes into thin air…Present day. Stepping inside a pale-pink house on one of the oldest streets in Salem, Dora can’t believe she’s about to finally meet the mother she thought died tragically when she was just a child. But the excitement is short-lived. Dora’s mother has fear in her eyes, and with a trembling voice she whispers: ‘my life is in danger, and now so is yours…’Desperate not to lose her mother all over again, Dora digs into her family’s mysterious past, and stumbles upon a seemingly impossible secret: the key to their survival is hidden in a bookstore that no one has seen for generations. Losing herself amongst thorny brackens and twisted ferns, Dora eventually finds the path that leads to the bookstore. But someone is watching her. They’ve been waiting for her.As she pushes open the beautiful blue door hidden amongst the sharp brambles, and stands in front of rows of crumbling leatherbound books with faded pages, she has no idea of the secrets she is about to uncover. Or that her life is in more danger than ever before…Readers will lose themselves in the mesmerising magic of this absorbing and utterly unputdownable page-turner. Perfect for fans of Weyward, The Lost Apothecary and Practical Magic.What readers are saying about The Vanishing Bookstore:‘Spellbinding, heart-stopping... Unputdownable… Oh my I loved reading [it]… I just loved this book, it has everything… Enchanting… Just too good to ever put down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Absolutely wonderful… I read [it] in two days… I couldn’t put it down… I was desperate to know how it was all going to end!… It had everything… a brilliant 5 star read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Oh my, what an enchanting read… Captivating.’ The Chic Bookish Girl, ?????‘Wow. This book. Just wow… An amazing read… Magical. It took me on a journey, and I never wanted it to end. I definitely gave this book ??????????.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I absolutely loved this book!!!... Had everything… One of my new favourites.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Breathtaking… Gives all the feels, is literally unputdownable. A cover to cover, in one sitting read… Had me in suspense from start till the very last page. A fantastic 5 stars read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Oh wow… Fantastic… I just couldn’t put it down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I absolutely adored this book!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Wow wow wow… Amazing.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I loved everything about this book and I didn’t want it to end.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I didn’t want this story to end, I wanted to stay inside this world for as long as I could!!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I was well and truly hooked… Has it all… Intriguing, magical and mysterious all rolled into one… There is absolutely nothing I didn’t love about this story… what an absolutely banging read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I finished this a week ago but am still thinking about just how much it took hold of me.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????

Home is where the heart is... Brilliant cardiac surgeon Heather Preston has invested everything to achieve her dream of working at a world renowned hospital. When an unsettling call from her grandfather the retired general brings her back to her childhood lakeside home, she rediscovers the appeal of life in a small town, the joys of free-spirited youth—and Jake Harper."Small town, big family, and mismatches that will steal your heart! Delightful!" Roxanne St. Claire, New York Times bestselling author of the Dogfather Series.More on Hart Land Lakeside Inn:Come and stay in one of the quaint and cozy cottages at Hart Land—but be warned, once you meet the family and delightful cast of characters, you may never want to leave.Fiona Hart is the devoted matriarch. Elegant, wise, and arts patron, but despite all her efforts, she has yet to find her own artistic outlet. Lucy isn’t just a housekeeper, she’s part of the family. She also fancies herself a real life Dolly Levy, except she’s much better at cooking up trouble than the perfect match. Innkeeper and retired general Harold Hart believes in hard work, discipline, and whatever his beloved wife wants. Katie O’Leary runs the One Stop, makes the best Irish soda bread this side of the Blarney Stone, and no one is quite sure if it’s more than her baking that has the magic touch. Did we mention the Harts have nine granddaughters?Having grown up spending summers together on the lake, the cousins are as close as sisters—closer. Each woman knows there’s no place like Hart Land. They can always count on their grandfather’s gruff, their grandmother’s sage advise, Lucy’s fresh baked cookies, Katie’s inspiration, the calming scent of fresh air—and each other.Follow along with friends, family, neighbors, and guests as the Harts maneuver life’s curves, and just maybe find love along the way."Chris Keniston never disappoints!" RaeAnne Thayne New York Times Bestselling AuthorAs a Special Bonus Heather includes a treat from Lily's Recipe Box!Look for more books in the Hart Land Lakeside Inn series:Heather - book oneLily - book twoViolet - book threeIris - book fourHyacinth - book fiveRose - book sixCallytrix - book sevenZinnia - book eightPoppy - book ninePicture Perfect - book ten