Convenient Christmas Bride and The Rancher's Christmas Proposal

Hitched for the holidaysA Convenient Christmas Bride by Rhonda GibsonAfter a pupil''s prank forces Anna Mae Leland to take shelter with a widowed sheriff during a blizzard, she loses her teaching job—but gains a fiancé. Josiah Miller needs a mother for his twin daughters and Anna Mae needs to protect her reputation. Soon Christmas''s arrival brings a gift neither dared hope for—a second chance at love and happiness…but only if they''ll forego what''s practical and follow their hearts.The Rancher''s Christmas Proposal by Sherri ShackelfordSingle father and rancher Shane McCoy needs help raising his two-year-old twins. An encounter with a lovely stranger offers an unconventional answer to his predicament when she suggests a marriage of convenience. Tessa Spencer needs a fresh start and protection from a vengeful outlaw. Shane''s ranch provides refuge, and his children easily win Tessa''s affections. But as her past resurfaces, only honesty and trust will make this family Christmas the first of many…