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He might not agree with her plan…But she’ll do anything to have a familyWhen Susannah Alexander inherits her twin sister’s embryos, she believes having a baby could help her move past her loss. Her friend Gabe Lockhart does not agree, but five years later Gabe comes back to find Susannah’s a single parent—of quintuplets! In helping, will he and Susannah find the family they’ve always desired?

When they tied a temporary knot, they didn’t expect to be expecting.Mackenzie Lockhart just proposed to Griff Montgomery, her best friend since they were kids in foster care. Once the attorney gets his well-deserved promotion, they can return to their independent lives. But when the newlyweds cross the line from friends to lovers an unexpected surprise means there’s no going back…

Can an unexpected delivery… Lead to happily-ever-after? Cooper Maitland’s nieces were left at the ranch for him…but this cowboy isn’t equipped to take on three infants on his own. Jillian Lockhart owes Coop for saving her from a terrible fate ten years ago. She’ll help him look after the triplets for now—but recklessly falling in love would be repeating past mistakes. As they care for the girls together…can their guarded hearts open to become a family?

The love between them is the only thing that hasn't changed… Once upon a time, designer Emma and rancher Tom were each other’s one true love. Until their conflicting ambitions drove them apart. Now Emma has a do-or-die opportunity that could bring the success she craves. When Tom offers his assistance in exchange for her help with his triplets, Emma can’t resist the pull on her heart… Maybe her real success lies in taking a chance on happily-ever-after.

A Bride by Christmas Potently sexy businessman Luke St John had a reputation for getting what he wanted – and he wanted pretty Maggie Jenkins. In fact, he was hearing wedding bells; could a determined Luke convince Maggie to marry a stranger by Christmas? Christmas Lullaby When “Santa” left three tiny tykes in his care, Riley McCabe assumed it was just a joke. The good-natured MD administered payback by daring the pretty joker to say “I do”. That’s how the sparring partners are now hitched, appointed temporary guardians of the precious children…and fighting an irresistible attraction. Mistletoe Manoeuvres Face to face with the dark, driven and dangerously handsome man who had stolen her father’s legacy, Lessa had revenge in mind. But it was her body and her company that Rick was after…

His Thanksgiving Wish With a busy career and three kids to feed, single father Dan Kingsland needs help! Hiring a professional chef is such a perfect solution, Dan doesn’t notice the baby bump under Emily Stayton’s coat. Emily is finally getting what she wants – a baby – and going where she wants: home to the peach orchard her family used to own.But when Dan shares the joy of her baby’s first kick, he realises he’s falling for his very temporary employee. Can his love be the home that Emily’s been looking for?

Merry Christmas To Friends, Neighbours…Lovers? Neighbours and fellow single parents Travis and Holly don’t know what they’d do without each other. Besides being good friends, they’re each other’s backup in times of domestic chaos, which, with four pre-schoolers between them, is most of the time!They have just one unwritten rule: they have to stay friends. But after sharing a knock-your-socks-off kiss, friendship no longer seems like enough. Could it be that the perfect Christmas solution lies right next door – for both of them?

A happily-ever-after family? Caroline’s made a career out of planning other people’s weddings. But this is the first time she’s been asked to stop one! Jack is certain his mother’s impending nuptials are a big mistake. The take-charge CEO is too smart to believe in happy endings, even if his matchmaking mum and tiny daughter don’t agree!But then his instant attraction to Caroline makes the single father reconsider his views on love and marriage… Could he really be a romantic at heart after all?

“I Hear You Work Miracles. ” Being a single father is the toughest job Nate’s ever taken on. That’s why the self-made millionaire hired design expert Brooke to turn his bachelor estate into a real home… and provide him with some much-needed parenting advice. As a widow with a son of her own, Brooke’s heart goes out to the sexy CEO who’s trying to be the best dad he can.But living with Nate doesn’t make them an instant family. He’s still her boss and despite pressure from their matchmaking kids Brooke’s determined not to fall for Nate. It’s a shame her heart’s got other plans…

She’ll run her ranch – and her life – her way! Rebecca Carrigan is determined to run an alpaca ranch in the middle of Texas cattle country, and succeed on her own! What she doesn’t count on is constant help from Trevor McCabe, the bossy rancher next door. Rebecca thinks his nose is out of joint because she’s bought the property out from under him. And because she’s friendly with Vince Owen, Trevor’s arch-rival.Trevor knows Vince and won’t let his beautiful neighbour – or the ranch she’s worked so hard for – be hurt by the vindictive Vince. The problem is convincing Rebecca that Trevor’s on her side – and not because he’s been influenced by her family. But because he’s fallen for her…

She’ll marry who she wants – or not at all! Susie Carrigan needs help – fast! With her family playing matchmaker, she can think of only one man to turn to. Rancher Tyler McCabe has always been there for her – anytime she needed a broad shoulder to lean on…or a warm body to heat up a cold night! Tyler has to stop Susie from making the biggest mistake of her life, but he hadn’t planned to put his own heart on the line. He can’t let Susie marry somebody else – not when there’s a man right here who loves her and plans to show her a Thanksgiving neither of them will forget…

Can best friends become best lovers? As teenagers, Amy Carrigan and Teddy McCabe made a solemn vow to each other: if they didn’t find their soul mates by thirty, they’d start a family…together. Now, with everyone around her having babies, Amy is afraid motherhood will pass her by. That’s when the sexy rancher pops the question. If best friends can’t help each other out, who can?Teddy wants the same thing Amy does. Now he’s holding her to their promise of long ago. Their wedding stuns everyone in town – including the McCabe and Carrigan clans. But no one is more surprised than Teddy and Amy when their close bond deepens into something even more precious.Together, will they ring in the New Year with a baby of their own?SPECIAL BONUS FEATURES INSIDE Including exclusive free story Baby’s First Christmas

From head-to-head… Taylor O’Quinn and Jeremy Carrigan always clashed – and when they didn’t see eye to eye on an important career choice, their cherished friendship ended. Taylor left Texas to pursue a lifelong dream; Jeremy became a respected doctor.To heart-to-heart? Back home for a much-needed break, Taylor suddenly sees her old friend in a new light. And meeting Taylor again after seven years makes Jeremy realise he wants more than the easy camaraderie they used to share.He wants her to be part of his dream – the lady who captures this gentleman rancher’s heart!

And daddy makes three… It’s the happiest day of Hannah Callahan’s life when she brings her new daughter home to Texas. But what would make the new mother really happy is a daddy to complete their unconventional family. Hannah’s friend Joe Daugherty would make the perfect father.But the globetrotting travel writer never stays in one place long enough to form any lasting ties. Then Hannah and her baby start working their special magic. This could be Joe’s one true chance to be part of the family he’s always wanted – with a wife and daughter to cherish and protect forever.

Lost: Two Hearts It’s no surprise to see a package on Thad Garner’s porch. Women are always leaving tempting offerings for the sexy doctor. But when Michelle hears a baby’s cry, she realises this is no ordinary delivery… Thad opens his door to find his gorgeous neighbour cradling an infant.It seems as if the coolly professional lawyer is also a natural mum. When Thad finds out baby William is a relation, he sets out to adopt him. But how does he tell Michelle he doesn’t just want her for her legal skills – but also as a wife and mother!

The Mummy Makeover Kristi Gold Erica Stevens adores her little girl, so she doesn’t have the heart to turn down her birthday present – a personal trainer! Stormy just wants her mother to be happy and she wouldn’t mind a daddy, either. Who knows? Kieran might just be the guy they’ve both been searching for… Mummy for Hire Cathy Gillen Thacker Developer Grady McCabe is in the market for a wife – in name only! Impossible as father and daughter are to resist, Alexis is determined to marry for love. So it looks as if she won’t be getting her secret wish to be part of Grady’s family. Unless she can change the Texan’s mind and heart.

She was innocent and destined to be his! The Wedding in WhiteDiana Palmer Handsome ranch owner Mack Killain knew he and sweet teacher Natalie Brock had something special. He’d branded her with his kisses…but he was waiting for her to wake up, to know what – and who – she wanted. But he was running out of patience! Caught in the Crossfire Annette Broadrick Caught clad only in his boxers in the bed of a senator’s daughter! Despite no memory of their night together, Jared Crenshaw knew that had he tasted this woman’s passion, not even amnesia could make him forget. Still, there was going to be a huge scandal… So, Jared made an honourable proposal… The Virgin’s Secret Marriage Cathy Gillen Thacker Once upon a time, hockey player Joe Hart fell in love with sweet, beautiful Emma Donovan. But then Joe discovered that Emma’s father owned the team he played for. Seven years later, Joe returns for a second chance. After all, he and Emma eloped all those years ago – and they’re still married!

Her Cowboy To Keep? Libby Lowell’s mind is made up. The only way for the widow to go forward with her life is to leave Laramie, Texas, behind. She should have known rugged rancher Holden McCabe would try to stop her! Her husband’s best friend is Libby’s fiercest protector.It’s not that she doesn’t want or need Holden’s broad shoulder to cry on. But it’s time to put away the past. Holden isn’t letting Libby get away so easily. He hasn’t forgotten how she turned to him in her hour of need—and the painful secret she shared.But his idea to push them both into moving on backfires when passion leads to pregnancy… something Libby’s wanted for so long. Is this their biggest mistake…or the second chance they’ve both been searching for?

Lewis McCabe fell for Lexie Remington long ago. But as a shy and awkward teenager he thought he had no chance with her. Now he's a successful business owner and ready to romance Lexie, who's back in their hometown of Laramie, Texas. However, Lexie, an image stylist to the stars, thinks Lewis is asking for her professional help.So in order to spend time with the woman of his dreams, Lewis agrees to a makeover. Lexie is determined to see Lewis as just a client, no matter how she's starting to feel. But Lewis has other plans – he wants Lexie to stay in Laramie for good. And he wants a lot more than just a new look. Whatever happens, they can blame it on Texas!

Meg had always been the dependable "big" sister, rearing her kin since she was a girl herself. But one reckless night she had abandoned duty and responsibility and surrendered herself to the passion Luke Carrigan offered. She became a woman in his bed…a mother in nine months.Now the man Meg had tried desperately to forget was still sexy, single and only a stone's throw away from her…from their secret son. It seemed so easy to become one with Luke again, forever. But would Meg's surprise send Luke packing?

Kelsey Lockhart had been the black sheep "baby" sister of the family since forever. Fickle, stubbornly single…the only virgin in the great state of Texas, she was sure! But she'd never needed a man – till now. The only way to hold on to the family homestead was to partner with Brady Anderson – in business and in bed. The contracts, the "I do's," the seduction were easy…except Kelsey chickened out before she closed the conjugal deal.Brady admired his new "wife's" determination, loved her sass and the fact that she was full of surprises – except for one. Kelsey's innocence was not part of the bargain. And a day of reckoning was coming….

Left hand, ring finger… Best friend Bridgett Owens's gigantic diamond winked at the eldest Deveraux son, Chase, like a coy madam at an old-time bordello. The fun-loving playboy of Charleston, South Carolina, wasn't supposed to go gaga over the grown-up daughter of the family housekeeper. Except welling up in the bachelor's brain were protective, intimate feelings that he just couldn't – didn't want to – discount.But can a man who's definitely not the marrying kind turn into a (gasp) committed groom-to-be…especially when nothing but bad luck has burnished his romantic record?

High-powered shipping executive Mitch Deveraux, Charleston, South Carolina's most eligible – and handsome – bachelor, was more interested in the status of his shipping company than in matters of the heart. But when the chief business rival of the Deveraux family offered his lovely daughter's hand in marriage as bait for a merger – everything changed. There was a time when Mitch would have done anything to unite the two companies. Only, now he wasn't so sure.Because passionate kisses, sensual caresses and waking up next to Lauren Heyward would have any man running straight to the altar for real. Could this playboy's much-guarded heart be in danger of a hostile takeover…?

Dr. Gabe Deveraux hated to see any woman cry – especially his good friend Maggie Calloway. So when the feisty designer turned to him with tears in her eyes, needing a strong shoulder to cry on, there was no way the good doctor would turn her away. The cause of her distress: Maggie wanted to have a baby before it was too late! Ever the knight in shining armor, Gabe agreed to help Maggie get pregnant.Only, he had one stipulation – they marry in secret…and conceive the old-fashioned way. But soon toe-curling kisses and long nights spent in each other's arms forced Gabe to admit the truth – he'd secretly loved Maggie for years. Was it too late to make their in-name- only agreement oh-so-real?

Amy Deveraux's biological clock was tick…tick…ticking! To make matters even worse, she had agreed to look after her three-month-old godson while his mother was out of the country. Except, sharing the baby-sitting responsibilities with Nick Everton – the baby's handsome uncle – wasn't part of the bargain! She and Nick were as different as night and day.But seeing Nick in the role of temporary daddy and spending long days – and nights – playing house with him made Amy yearn to turn their situation into something more permanent. Could Amy and their instant baby convince Nick that his bachelor days were numbered…?

Mixing business and pleasure was out of the question for Connor Templeton. Except with Kristy Neumeyer, he was reassessing his options. The spirited widow of twin little girls had her hands full with a ramshackle waterfront resort. But for some reason Connor, the real-estate raider, was helping her restore the building instead of bulldozing it!Could the take-no-prisoners tycoon be assuming the role of chairman of Kristy's family? More important, were Kristy and her girls preparing for a hostile takeover of Connor's bankrupt heart…?

Once upon a time, Janey Hart eloped…with the wrong man. Twelve years later the proud and feisty Janey is widowed, running a bakery, raising her son – and fighting her reckless streak. Until she runs smack-dab into drop-dead gorgerous Thad Lantz – professional jock, and just the man to make Janey forget all about being sensible….There's no denying the sizzling attraction between Janey and Thad whenever they find themselves together. But it seems the town of Holly Springs hasn't forgotten Janey's past mistakes. Unfortunately, neither has she – which becomes a problem when she's tempted to take the ultimate risk in the nam eof love!

Once upon a time, the town of Holly Springs had its very own tomboy…and a darn fine mechanic to boot. Most people are so used to Hannah Reid's greasy overalls and backward ballcap that they think of their pretty whiz mechanic as "just one of the guys." But all of that will change when Hannah goes on a secret mission – one that requires a couple of sinfully short skirts and way more attention than she anticipated….For sportscaster Dylan Hart, Hannah Reid is just another part of the Holly Springs clan. They've always been pals. That is, until he glimpses the feisty "plain Jane's" hidden feminine side. Now Dylan can't get her out of his head. But when he overhears a suspicious conversation, Dylan decides someone needs to keep an eye on Hannah…and he's just the guy to do it!