Posted November 4, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, ARC, Booksprout ARC, Christmas Romance, Contemporary Romance, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Series, Series Multi-Author, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
Welcome back to Christmas Town, Maine!
What could make the holidays in Christmas Town even more magical? The arrival of a TV movie’s cast and crew to recreate one of their most beloved couple’s happily ever after!
The snow is falling, the chestnuts are roasting, and Posey’s peppermint pies can’t keep up with demand! But there’s also mischief afoot as filming begins. Someone keeps sneaking Elmer the Elf into scenes, the town is buzzing with romantic gossip, and the Knotty Elves once again turn their creative endeavors from knitting to helping others find true love.
You’ve got a VIP pass…
This collection of brand-new stories gives you an all-access pass to the holiday festivities and movie merrymaking. From the producer to the director, the lead actors to the extras, the production crew, and beyond, this set of connected, sweet romances from Harlequin Heartwarming authors is sure to warm your holiday-loving heart!
This adult romance does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.
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Posted November 3, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, ARC, Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
This beautician is determined to find beauty and kindness everywhere.
Brittany Lambridge wants to bring beauty back to the small town of Harmony Valley. Not only is she opening a beauty shop, but she’s also salvaging junk and giving it a second life as art. Of course, that means she’s poking around a lot of abandoned properties looking for salvage. And not every property comes without its share of secrets.
What she doesn’t expect to find is a beast and a secret.
While prospecting an overgrown plot of land filled with abandoned vehicles, Brittany comes across an intriguing car grill and a cranky car mechanic, a man named Joe with rumpled black hair, icy blue eyes, and an inability to trust. Joe believes those cars are his, and they can’t seem to come to a truce. Not about the rusting cars, where they came from, or his past as the town bad boy.
Titles in the Love in Harmony Valley series include — Dandelion Wishes —♥— A Small Town Second Chance —♥— A New Beginning in a Small Town —♥— A Small Town Summer —♥— Forever Family in a Small Town —♥— A Small Town Memory —♥— A Small Town Romance —♥— Finding Family in a Small Town —♥— A Small Town Girl with a Big City Secret —♥—
This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few kisses).
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Posted October 30, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, ARC, Booksprout ARC, Christmas Romance, Contemporary Romance, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
A young widower dedicated to his daughter and his dream job. The woman who followed him to college only to watch him fall for someone else. And the little girl who just might bring them together.
Luke Duncan dreamed of starting an organic farm as an addition to the family ranch, and now that dream is reality. But losing his wife before he could prove his idea has driven him to succeed. With Christmas drawing near, his ideas to support the holiday theme will either take him to the next level or embarrass him publicly.
Allie Patrick was so certain that if she got Luke away from their hometown, he’d finally see her as someone he could date. A real woman. She couldn’t have been more wrong. That truth still stings all these years later.
But now that Allie is teaching Luke’s daughter, Molly, in third grade, she has another chance. Teaching the child of your lifelong crush is a fine line to walk. When Molly grows close to Allie, Luke has no choice but to notice the woman his daughter has grown attached to.
Titles in the Christmas in Sweet Bloom Texas series include — A Wish For The Single Dad Cowboy —♥— A Wish For The Single Dad Sheriff —♥— A Wish For The Single Dad Veteran —♥— A Wish For The Single Dad Flyboy —♥—
This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.
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Posted August 25, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, ARC, Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
When the friend you have a crush on gets dumped, you step up to help. Even if that means pretending to date her to make her ex jealous enough to come back.
Bo’s best friend is suddenly single. He’s happy about that – her ex-boyfriend was a jerk. And now that she’s gotten rid of that dead weight, maybe he’ll have a chance. He’s had feelings for her too long to say.
Gabrielle is broken-hearted. She thought the guy who just walked away from their three-year relationship was the one she’d marry. As embarrassing as it was, she’d take him back right this minute if he walked in the door and wanted to try again.
When Bo sees how down Gabby is, he suggests that they become a fake couple. Maybe her ex will realize what he’s lost and come back. But Bo secretly hopes Gabby will realize that they’re better together than she ever was with her ex.
As their fake relationship unfolds, Bo loves her more. And just when it looks like Gabby may be falling for him, too, their plan works, and her ex decides he wants her back.
Bo never expected his plan to work so well or that success would break his heart.
Titles in the Sagebrush Ranch series include — When You’re Friends —♥— When You’re Waiting —♥—
This adult romance does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.
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Posted August 15, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
Could a fake engagement…
Reveal true love?
Boutique owner Violet Brookstone would do anything for her lifelong best friend, Jordan Frome.
Even pose as his fiancée so Jordan can win a promotion to the Great Valley Hotel—far from Christmas Island.
But their pretend summer romance makes Violet realize that Jordan is more than just a friend.
How can she tell him the truth when confessing would keep Jordan from the fresh start he deserves?
Titles in the Return to Christmas Island series include — I’ll Be Home for Christmas —♥— Home for the Holidays —♥— A Merry Little Christmas —♥— Last Summer on Christmas Island —♥— Under the Mistletoe —♥—
This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).
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Posted May 16, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Author ARC, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
If she stays…
Will he stay too?
From sand in his shoes to a gecko eating his dinner, Theo Fairfax is way outside his comfort zone in Hawai’i.
Sent to convince pilot Sydney Calvert to sell the tour company she just inherited, he finds himself being won over by the tight-knit community, the natural wonders, and Sydney’s free-spirited beauty.
Could exploring their growing feelings lead to a future as magical as a tropical sunset?
Titles in the Hawaiian Reunions series include — Her Island Homecoming —♥— Their Surprise Island Wedding —♥— A Surprise Second Chance —♥—
This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.
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Posted April 12, 2023 by Marsha in ARC, Booksprout ARC, Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance, Trigger Warning! / 0 Comments
She’s moving forward with a clean slate.
Christine Alexander wants to prove herself as a top-notch winemaker, and in small town Harmony Valley, she’s got a chance to build something legitimate and lasting.
If only part-owner Slade Jennings would quit poking his attractive nose in her cabernet.
He can’t move on without shedding the baggage of his past.
Brooding, numbers guy Slade doesn’t want to return to his small hometown, the place where his life fell apart, much less start a business or raise his young twin girls there.
In Harmony Valley, the painful mistakes from his past are at risk of being revealed to his friends, the community, and the attractive winemaker who works for him.
Sometimes, the only way forward is the rocky journey through the tough parts.
Titles in the Love in Harmony Valley series include — Dandelion Wishes —♥— A Small Town Second Chance —♥— A New Beginning in a Small Town —♥— A Small Town Summer —♥— Forever Family in a Small Town —♥— A Small Town Memory —♥— A Small Town Romance —♥— Finding Family in a Small Town —♥—
This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few kisses).
*Possible Trigger Warning for there are some hard subjects dealt with in this story – to say more would fall into spoilers*
Previously Published (Harlequin Heartwarming 2014)
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Posted April 11, 2023 by Marsha in ARC, Booksprout ARC, Closed Bedroom Doors, Connection or Spin-Off of Another Series, Contemporary Romance, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Series, Series Connection, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
He’s fighting his own family to keep their ranch as it is. As his father’s assistant, she has to oppose him. But over time, she starts to see his side of things.
Phoenix Knott doesn’t like the changes happening all around him. He’s fiercely protective of his family, and he doesn’t trust the moves his father’s making. His family ranch needs the money a rival ranch owes them to save their own family business, and he’ll do what it takes to get it.
Mallorie Couch is not only Phoenix’s sister’s best friend, but she’s also his father’s assistant. And she and Phoenix have never gotten along. But if her boss’s business fails, she might be out of a job, and she’ll never find a gig like the one she has now. By helping Phoenix, she’s technically ensuring her job security.
The more time they spend together, though, the more she finds herself drawn to the grumpy cowboy. And he’s battling an attraction to her. They need to focus on the task at hand, but maybe, in each other, they’ve found the security they’re both seeking.
Titles in the Cupid Ridge Cowboys series include — The Grumpy Cowboy —♥— The Cautious Cowboy —♥— The Charismatic Cowboy —♥— The Rugged Cowboy —♥—
This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.
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Posted March 15, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Amish Romance, ARC, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), NetGalley ARC, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
Can a wedding-date deception…
Become true love?
Tired of being seen as a lonely workaholic, advertising exec Jill Wickey promises to bring her “casual boyfriend” to her sister’s Valentine’s wedding.
Too bad he doesn’t exist!
Then Thom Miller, a carpenter working at her aunt’s Amish B&B, offers to be Jill’s fake boyfriend—if they turn the lie into truth.
But dating Thom in idyllic Amish country makes Jill wish their temporary arrangement could last…
Titles in The Butternut Amish B&B series include — Her Amish Country Valentine —♥— A Single Dad in Amish Country —♥— A Boy’s Amish Christmas —♥—
This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.
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Posted March 14, 2023 by Marsha in ARC, Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, NetGalley ARC, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
In order to finish her doctorate, grad student Delilah Kersey needs a job. Any job. So when she overhears a gorgeous rancher describing a job opportunity, she’s all in—if she can convince him she’s a real dog trainer. Of course, no one prepared Delilah for a chaotic household with four unruly dogs and a sexy new boss whose bedroom is right next door to hers.
Military vet Zero Renshaw’s return to civilian and family ranch life hasn’t been easy. He needs to transform four horrible dogs—who can only be described as a menace—into obedient cattle herders. But with his family still reeling from a shattering loss, Zero will do anything to make things better…even hiring an unpredictable dog trainer who’s more temptation than he can resist.
Now Delilah is transforming every aspect of Zero’s tightly-regimented life. She even seems to be healing his family, including his small, broken-hearted nephew. But Zero has no room for mistakes…even if he’s falling for the best one he’s ever made.
This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few kisses).
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Posted March 2, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, ARC, Booksprout ARC, Contemporary Romance, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
Forcing a pretty internet sensation to work with a no-nonsense former rodeo star to plan a grand re-opening event is a recipe for disaster.
Kelsey’s party girl experience makes her the perfect choice to plan the big grand re-opening party for the Twisted Rivers Ranch. She’s up for the challenge, but she might need some help to navigate the local Rocky Ridge scene.
Tanner’s background as a rodeo star does not in any way make him even a mediocre choice to help Kelsey pull the party details together. But as the new ranch manager of Twisted Rivers Ranch, he can’t very well tell his boss’s sister to figure it out on her own.
As the two starts to work together, sparks fly. Kelsey has grand ideas that might work in Hollywood, but Montana folks don’t go in for the glitz and glamor. And Tanner won’t tolerate her flighty approach to planning.
As Kelsey develops feelings for Tanner, she questions everything she’s come to believe. And to make everything even worse, she’s fallen in love with his nephew, who he now has full custody of.
Tanner feels the attraction, but Kelsey is a risk he can’t take. He’s changed everything in his life to be a father to his nephew. He’ll do anything to protect his nephew from more turmoil… even breaking Kelsey’s heart.
Titles in the Returning to Rocky Ridge series include — One Last Chance —♥— Two Cowboy Promises —♥— Three Times Charmed —♥—
This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).
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Posted November 4, 2022 by Marsha in ARC, Booksprout ARC, Christmas Romance, Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Kindle Unlimited, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments
★★ Curl up with a cowboy this Christmas! ★★
Ring in the holiday season with 23 heartwarming sweet contemporary romances from USA Today and Top 100 Kindle Unlimited All-Star bestselling authors!
Discover second-chance romance, love at first sight, small-town Christmas cheer, swoony single dads, enemies to lovers, snowed-in with the cowboy, and many more stories featuring the cowboy next door. Fall in love with the hunky heroes of this limited-edition Christmas cowboy romance collection.
Christmas Wishes & Cowboy Kisses features brand-new clean and wholesome romances by:
Liz Isaacson — Shanna Hatfield — Lacy Williams — Carolyne Aarsen — Melissa McClone — Kit Morgan — Laura Ashwood — Natalie Dean — Terri Lorah — Cynthia Woolf — Kathleen Ball —Macie St. James — Christina Butrum — Terri Grace — April Murdock — Hannah Jo Abbott — Amelia C. Adams — Josephine Blake — Heather Blanton — Catie Cahill — Parker J. Cole — RL Ashly — Christine Sterling
These romances include no swearing, violence, or sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).
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Posted September 17, 2022 by Marsha in ARC, Booksprout ARC, Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments
Lilliana’s ties to the Duncan family are strong. Losing her mother at a young age affected her deeply and she’s compensated for that loss by clinging to her women friends. The Duncan wives love her dearly and protect her when necessary.
Pete’s been away at school and life at the ranch has gone on without him. He’s come home to be the ranch veterinarian and he wants to contribute as much to the ranch as his older brothers do.
When Pete sees Lilliana at the family gathering, he wonders why she’s there. He wishes she hadn’t been invited. But more than that, he wishes she wasn’t so pretty. It would be easier to keep on disliking her if she wasn’t quite so perfect.
Lilliana has no idea why Pete’s so cold to her. She doesn’t even know him. He’s been away at school for years so why is being so rude now?
These two keep being thrown together and the sparks fly between them. They can’t get along, but the attraction is annoyingly present.
Will either of them ever be bold enough to figure out how to get past the animosity and embrace all the ways they’re connected?
Titles in The Brothers of Duncan Ranch series include — A Party Planner for the Cowboy —♥— A Second Chance for the Cowboy —♥— A Rare Beauty for the Cowboy —♥— An Open Heart for the Cowboy —♥—
This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).
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