Fans of Pamela Kelley and Robyn Carr will love this later-in-life, small-town romance.She’s 65 years old and ready to embrace the adventure of a lifetime!When Isabel receives an invitation to a reunion from her childhood friends in Sapphire Bay, she hesitates. It's been a long time since they've been together in the small lakeside town where they met as teenagers. Now 65 years old and recently widowed, she's yearning for a fresh start. Deciding this could be the change she needs, Isabel tells her friends she'll be there.After she arrives, she discovers the town's bookstore is up for sale and at risk of closing. With encouragement from her friends and Frank, a retired lawyer with a mysterious past, Isabel takes a leap of faith and purchases the store.As Isabel and Frank grow closer, she discovers he's harboring dangerous secrets. When shadows from Frank's past catch up with him, Isabel finds herself caught in the crossfire, forcing them both to make impossible choices.Bookstore on the Bay is the first book in Leeanna's A New Beginning series and can easily be read as a standalone. All of Leeanna’s series are linked. If you find a character you like, they could be in another novel!Praise for Leeanna Morgan's books:"A heartwarming read that left me feeling happy and hopeful. The perfect escape from everyday life.""This story was a breath of fresh air. The plot was engaging, and I felt like I was part of the community."Other Novels by Leeanna Morgan:The Cottages on Anchor Lane:The Flower Cottage (Jackie and Richard)The Starlight Café (Andrea and David)The Cozy Quilt Shop (Shona and Greg)A Stitch in Time (Laura and Joseph)Love on Anchor Lane:The Magic of Summer (Daniella and Harrison)The Magic of Sunshine (Harper and Owen)The Magic of Rainbows (Eden and Steve)The Magic of Christmas (Chloe and Liam)A New Beginning:Bookstore on the Bay (Isabel and Frank)Paws of Hope on the Bay (Lynda and Matt)Cafe on the Bay (Kathleen and Patrick)Cottage on the Bay (Susan and Paul)

A heartwarming, feel-good story about embracing new beginnings, from the BESTSELLING author of A New Lease of Life Perfect for fans of Milly Johnson, Maddie Please and Judy Leigh!New beginnings. Old wounds. And a village with its own secret to happiness. . . ? The peaceful village of Willowbrook seems to be the ideal place for a new lease of life – at least according to Nell’s husband, Barney. With an empty nest and coming towards retirement, he’s persuaded her to try country living. Their cottage even has an annexe that’s perfect for Barney’s widowed father, Frank.Nell is less sure about this fresh start… and it’s not long before cracks in her thirty-year marriage begin to appear. Instead of spending more time together, she and Barney seem to be drifting apart. Frank, too, is unsettled.A weekly community group exploring the secret of happiness provides a way for Nell and her father-in-law to navigate their new surroundings. Nell finds some friends, and Frank is quickly taken in hand by the neighbourhood matriarchs – the self-styled ‘Saga Louts’!But will questioning what makes her happy push Nell even further away from Barney, especially when she discovers the secrets her husband has been keeping? Or can opening up to others help old wounds heal and bring them back together once more? What really is the secret to happiness?Praise for Celia Anderson:'Perfect for anyone looking for inspiration to make the very most of life whatever age they are.' Kate Storey'Celia Anderson's characters leap from the page in her beautifully observed stories.' Sue Moorcroft‘Warm, romantic and different, in the very best way’ Katie Fforde'Celia tells a story with warmth and heart - you'll be rooting for her wonderfully vivid characters, and want them to be your friends too!' Fiona Gibson'Funny, sad, relatable and superbly crafted, this is a real hug in a book.' Judy Leigh'Celia's stories are always a delightful read.' Bella Osborne‘I absolutely adored it!’ Ruth Hogan‘Certain to make you laugh and cry’ Jenni Keer‘Wonderful characters make this a great read’ Good Housekeeping

‘Breathtaking… had me hooked’ ?????‘LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this book!!’ ?????‘Fantastic… I lost all track of time!’ ?????‘A truly heart-warming read!!’ ?????‘Absolutely amazing’ ?????Periwinkle-blue flowers spill over the picket fence, framing the simple wooden sign that reads Hydrangea House. But Molly’s eyes fill with tears. Her grandmother Beverly used to stand right there in the doorway, ready to welcome guests. Now Beverly is gone, will the inn close forever?Grieving and newly single Molly Anderson begs the wealthy Frost family, owners of Hydrangea House, to allow her to run the inn for one last summer before they shut it down. She vows to give the final guests a summer to remember by the sea. It’s what Beverly—who worked uncomplainingly for the Frosts her whole life—would have wanted.But when an elderly woman checks in claiming to know a secret about Beverly’s true connection to the Frost family, everything Molly knows about her beloved grandmother is called into question. The woman says that a message in a bottle hidden somewhere at Hydrangea House, will not only reveal the truth, but could stop the Frosts’ plan in its tracks.Desperate to do whatever she can to save Hydrangea House, Molly combs the inn from attic to basement, helped by visiting oceanographer Matt. She could never get involved with a guest, but Matt’s kindness as he listens to her worries, and the way his deep brown eyes keep locking with hers are hard to ignore…But as they fill their summer with searching, rumors and bad reviews about Molly start to spread. By delving into the mystery of the past, has she shattered any chance of the inn’s future? Can Matt be trusted, or is he more closely linked to the Frost family than she thought? And when she finally unlocks the secret about her grandmother, will it bring Molly peace—or tear her apart?An absolutely gorgeous read about learning to trust, the meaning of home, and the importance of family. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Carolyn Brown and Mary Alice Monroe will be captivated.Read what everyone’s saying about My Grandmother’s Inn:“LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this book!!… another delightful, sweet read… lovely, heart-warming characters.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“This is a wonderful, heart-warming story that will lift your spirit and heart! ... I absolutely loved it!” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“What a beautifully told story! I was captivated from the start and eagerly turned the pages all day long.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“Oh fantastic! I love this series. They fill my heart with so much love… A beautiful tale from start to finish, I couldn’t put it down.”@susannescott, ?????“I absolutely adored this novel… an absolute gem … Kristin Harper knows how to steal your heart with her fascinating characters.” Cindy L Spear, ?????“What a truly heart-warming read!!… sweet and moving novel filled with such endearing characters… engrossed from start to finish.” Steph and Chris Book Review, ?????“A fantastic read.”@karen_loves_reading, ?????“I have absolutely loved this story… drawn in from the very first chapter ... Adored getting to know all of the characters.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“A touching tale and a delight to read.”Goodreads reviewer, ?????“I absolutely loved this book, I was captivated the whole way through.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????“This series keeps getting better… had me turning pages and kept me on the edge of my seat.” Goodreads reviewer, ?????

Not Noah. Not my husband. But there he is, unconscious in the hospital bed. Our daughter sobs into my shoulder. We love him so much. What if he never wakes up? And who is the little girl beside him, gazing up at us with big, tear-filled brown eyes? Eyes that look just like my husband’s…Our family of three is perfect. Just me, Noah and our teenage daughter Maya. The day the police knock at our door, telling us about the car accident, is the worst day of my life. My heart shatters, but what they say next almost makes it stop beating: Noah was in the car with another woman who died at the scene. Her two-year-old girl, Luna, miraculously survived.With Noah fighting for his life, I’m desperate for the truth: and when I search his desk, I find checks made out to Luna’s mother. Did my loving, loyal husband have a secret family all along?Despite my own terrible pain, at the hospital I can’t help but comfort this poor child as she cries for her mommy. With nowhere else for Luna to go, I find myself opening our home. Seeing Maya hold Luna’s hand and giggle as they chase butterflies in the garden, it’s almost like my daughter has a sister…I have an impossible choice. Do I tell Maya the truth about her father? If Noah wakes up, will even more secrets come out about who he really is? And can I forgive him enough to give this sweet, innocent girl a home… or will my husband’s betrayal tear us all apart?Fans of Jodi Picoult’s My Sister’s Keeper, Kate Hewitt and Diane Chamberlain will adore this absolutely unputdownable read about how the people we love most can hide the darkest secrets.Read what everyone’s saying about His Secret Daughter:“Set aside time to binge-read!... I couldn’t go to bed without finding out the truth!... Amazing… Reading this intense, family drama is definitely an experience that will fill you with anticipation, fear, hope, love, and heartache… Needs to be on your reading list.” Goodreads reviewer,?????“This book is just everything… I just enjoyed every single page of this book from start to finish… I had no idea where it was going… I was so engrossed in the book, that I actually didn’t want it to come to an end… If it could be higher than 5 stars it absolutely would be. Perfection.” @daemongirl79, ?????“I am so grateful that there was time to compose myself before writing this review. Did I ugly cry so much that I gave myself a headache? Yes!… Do I recommend this emotional rollercoaster to other readers? Oh, absolutely!…I was gripped… Anguish and heartache resonated through me… I wholeheartedly recommend… a 2023 must-read.” @library_of_lucyg, ?????“If you want apage-turner, this is the book you need to read next!” Goodreads review, ?????“Brilliant… captivated from beginning to end. My heart broke… I had an inkling as to how it was all going to unfold before it all came out, but was left shook… Very compelling and emotive tale which I highly recommend.” Once Upon a Time Books, ?????“What a roller coaster of emotions this book brought me!... I could not put this book down and the characters were so real and were so easy to relate to… Loved it!” Goodreads review, ?????“Absolutely fantastic… very emotional… kept me on the edge of my seat throughout, I couldn't put it down. The ending was brilliant. Goodreads reviewer, ?????

“As deliciously heartwarming as a pumpkin spice latte on a cold winter’s night. I adored it!” - SHARI LOWThe BRAND-NEW, brilliantly funny novel from #1 bestseller Fiona Gibson, author of The Mum Who Ran Away from Everything, perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Jill Mansell. ?? Shelley has had enough. She’s reached her limit with the festive preparation that has always fallen to her and, five days before Christmas, she’s booked a mini break… without her family. Up until Christmas Eve, Shelley and her bestfriends Pearl and Lena will be sipping prosecco in the Highlands, while her teenage kids wrap bacon around 100 chipolatas and her husband braves the supermarket for once.It’s exactly what she needs… until they’re snowed in. Facing the prospect of Christmas 500 miles from home, each of the friends is forced to confront her real reasons for needing to escape: the fiance with the obnoxious family; the son’s new girlfriend who is taking over their home; the family who take their mother for granted all year round…Will they make it home before Christmas day? And if they do, can they really go back to their old lives?This Christmas, forget Elf on the Shelf and get ready for Mums on the Run in the hilarious and heartwarming new novel from Fiona Gibson.Praise for Fiona Gibson:'I absolutely love Fiona Gibson's funny, emotional, relatable writing.’ – JENNY COLGAN'Hilarious, sparky and joyful, relatable and brilliant! Highly recommended, whatever the time of year.' – JUDY LEIGH'Snowy, sparkly and satisfying. Highly recommended.' – MADDIE PLEASE'I so enjoyed this funny, insightful story... If you’re struggling with the Christmas overwhelm, this book is perfect for you!' – CARMEN REID'Fun, festive and full of good cheer, Tis the damn season! should be on the top of your Christmas reading wish list.' – SARAH BENNETT'This book isn't just for Christmas... it's the perfect escapist novel for any time of the year!' – KATE GALLEY'A festive, funny and heartfelt story of friendship and finding your way. I loved it.' – FREYA KENNEDY'Warm, witty and wonderfully relatable. Perfect escapism for women struggling to juggle everything, especially at Christmas!' – KATHLEEN WHYMAN‘I absolutely loved this book and devoured it in less than a day. It was fun, relatable and an easy read. This was one of my favourite books by Fiona Gibson!’ ??????????‘Marvellous at any time of the year! You’re never disappointed with a Fiona Gibson novel and this one is no exception. Simple storylines, lovely ending, characters you can relate to and root for, what’s not to love?’ ??????????‘I adored this book! I love Fiona’s books anyway and definitely have more on my wishlist! This is the perfect festive read. Wouldn’t we all like to escape sometimes from the festive build up?’ ??????????‘This book is honestly very funny… I am probably going to reread this story again in the next couple of days, I liked it that much.’ ??????????‘I love a good Fiona Gibson book, and this is a very good one!’ ??????????‘I honestly couldn't put this book down! Read in 1 day as I was just captured by the characters who are so true to life. This book has me laughing out loud and also in tears!’ ??????????‘I was cracking up laughing through the entire book and devoured it in one sitting!’ ??????????