This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.The trap is set…Single mom and successful boutique owner Sarah Stewart didn''t have room in her life for a pet, let alone a man. With a teenage girl to raise and a business to run, she couldn''t do anything more than look at Jonathan Marshall, the single–and singularly good-looking–man who just moved in next door with a teenage daughter of his own. Still, since their girls would be classmates, it made sense to make friends. But that was as far as it could go. Despite the best efforts of some teenage matchmaking, Sarah wasn''t giving in. Because she just isn''t ready to put her heart on the line–again.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.He''ll prove he''s back for goodDetective Jack Evans will keep proposing as many times as it takes. He never expected to come home to Riverton, Wisconsin, let alone to find himself lost in a night of passion with reporter Emily Finnegan–and he gets an even bigger surprise when he finds out she''s pregnant. Now he''s determined to marry the beautiful brunette. It took a world-shaking surprise to make him realize what was missing in his life. But Emily has been hurt before and isn''t convinced his desire to marry her is about love. He''ll do whatever it takes to prove his heart is hers…for as long as they both shall live.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.A second chance for his first lovePaul Woodward has always known Annie Finnegan was the one. But when she married his best friend, he moved away from their tiny hometown to try to forget the woman he could never have. When her husband passes away, Paul is heartbroken and wants to be there for the love of his life— but how can he, given the way he feels? As he returns to take over his ill father’s medical practice, though, it’s clear that Annie and her son are the family Paul longs for. As Annie heals and their connection grows, Paul will wait to find out if love really gives second chances…

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas…In July? Brent Borden has always imagined that Leslie Durrance is happy on her pedestal. Until she runs–in the midst of a rainstorm, dripping diamonds, wedding dress and all–into the construction worker's arms. With the whole town buzzing about the juiciest scandal Collingwood Station has ever seen, the embarrassed debutante needs to lie low.Brent takes her in, but it's a Christmas-themed fund-raiser, complete with hot Santas in tuxedos, that gives Leslie a chance to get the tongues wagging about something besides her almost-wedding and get the wallets to open for a worthy cause. And also makes her see that the greatest gift has been in front of her all along…

Michael Morgan is a man who always gets what he wants, and he wants The Whiskey Sour. The run-down bar would be perfect for his newest business ventureif it was for sale. Convincing the feisty redhead who owns the pub to sell will be tough, but ignoring his deep attraction to her could be nearly impossible. Jess Bennett knows that Michael's offer could solve all her financial woes, but The Whiskey Sour is her last connection to her beloved grandfather.When she refuses to sell, she expects Michael to disappear. Instead, he invites her into his family and his life. Now the woman who always had a hard time trusting men is suddenly having an even harder time trusting herself around this seductive entrepreneur. Is it safe for Jess to mix business with pleasure, or will she lose the barand her heart?

A Christmas Present With A Hidden Past AJ Harris needs to leave town, before his past sneaks up on him in the form of a tool-belt–wearing beauty who also happens to be the mother of his child. Fate has other plans when AJ inadvertently hires Samantha Elliott to renovate and sell his grandmother’s old house. Now he has to hide the truth—he secretly adopted the child Sam abandoned three years ago. Only, AJ can’t prevent the bond between mother and child.When he learns the selfless reasons behind Sam’s actions, including his own father’s deceit, AJ’s secret becomes a burden he can’t keep. But will Sam forgive him for having their son all this time? Or will one little boy’s love bring together a family…just in time for Christmas?

Her ProblemAs a busy single mom to her teenage daughter, Kristi Callahan doesn''t have time for a man. But it sure would be nice if her mother believed that, too. She keeps setting Kristi up on disastrous blind dates, determined to find her "the one."His ProblemAfter Nate McTavish''s wife died, he was faced with raising his twin little girls alone. Making it up as he goes along and sometimes questioning his daddy skills, he also has to fend off women his well-meaning family keep throwing at him.Their SolutionWhen Nate hires Kristi to stage his house before selling it, they instantly realize they''ve found the perfect answer to their problem: be fake dates for each other! It''s a great plan—until they start to wonder if the real thing might not be even better….

From Friends To Lovers To…Parents?Claire DeAngelo''s fantasy was the white picket fence and a husband and babies. She thought she''d found it, but now she''s getting a divorce. Her ex''s behavior is bordering on harassment, so it''s lucky Claire runs into her college buddy—now undercover cop—Luke Devlin.Luke can''t believe his luck. He''s investigating a smuggling ring, and Claire lives in the building he has under surveillance. What better way to keep an eye on the criminals than to move in! When Claire''s ex becomes hostile, Luke''s protective instincts take over and the attraction between old friends heats up.Back in college, Luke was a carefree playboy. So when Claire discovers she''s pregnant, she knows better than to expect Luke to be family material. She''s finally getting that white picket fence and a baby…even if there''s a piece missing!

The trap is set… Single mom and successful boutique owner Sarah Stewart didn''t have room in her life for a pet, let alone a man. With a teenage girl to raise and a business to run, she couldn''t do anything more than look at Jonathan Marshall, the single—and singularly good-looking—man who just moved in next door with a teenage daughter of his own. Still, since their girls would be classmates, it made sense to make friends. But that was as far as it could go. Despite the best efforts of some teenage matchmaking, Sarah wasn''t giving in. Because she just isn''t ready to put her heart on the line—again.

“So, how about it? You come to my sister’s birthday party, I’ll go to your family barbecue, and we’ll call it even.”Say no. “Sure,” she said instead. He offered his hand to seal the deal. “It’s a date.”She shook it. “A fake date.”“Make that two fake dates.” He smiled and her insides turned to jelly.It begins as a mutually beneficial arrangement. Just a simple solution to the problem that they both have. Kristi is far too busy as a single mum for a man – but that doesn’t stop her mother setting her up on disastrous blind dates. When Nate is widowed he’s faced with raising his twin little girls alone, and he has enough on his plate without the constant matchmaking from his family.Kristi is already helping Nate stage his house before selling it, so the pair decide to stage a fake relationship to keep their family off their backs. If Kristi finds Nate distractingly sexy, and he can’t keep his eyes off her it’ll just make it all the more realistic… right?

From Friends To Lovers To…Parents? Claire DeAngelo's fantasy was the white picket fence and a husband and babies. She thought she’d found it, but now she’s getting a divorce. Her ex’s behavior is bordering on harassment, so it’s lucky Claire runs into her college buddy—now undercover cop—Luke Devlin. Luke can’t believe his luck.He’s investigating a smuggling ring, and Claire lives in the building he has under surveillance. What better way to keep an eye on the criminals than to move in! When Claire’s ex becomes hostile, Luke’s protective instincts take over and the attraction between old friends heats up. Back in college, Luke was a carefree playboy.So when Claire discovers she’s pregnant, she knows better than to expect Luke to be family material. She’s finally getting that white picket fence and a baby…even if there’s a piece missing!

The minute Nick Durrance steps onto the porch of the once-grand, now run-down Meadowcroft home, he knows something is different. The woman at the door is not his ancient former teacher, but her young, beautiful grandniece. Maggie is new to Collingwood Station and has inherited the house, which she intends to turn into a natural beauty spa.Nick can't see the women of this posh town putting yogurt and strawberries on their faces, nor can he see them accepting the eccentric Maggie. But when the whole town starts gravitating to her, Nick realizes this woman is special–so special that she's even changed how people see him, a man who went against the wishes of his wealthy family to start his own construction business.It turns out the house is not all she's working on–and when he finds out what–or who–her real project is, he's not going to like it!

The trap is set… Single mom and successful boutique owner Sarah Stewart didn't have room in her life for a pet, let alone a man. With a teenage girl to raise and a business to run, she couldn't do anything more than look at Jonathan Marshall, the single–and singularly good-looking–man who just moved in next door with a teenage daughter of his own. Still, since their girls would be classmates, it made sense to make friends. But that was as far as it could go. Despite the best efforts of some teenage matchmaking, Sarah wasn't giving in. Because she just isn't ready to put her heart on the line–again.

He'll prove he's back for good Detective Jack Evans will keep proposing as many times as it takes. He never expected to come home to Riverton, Wisconsin, let alone to find himself lost in a night of passion with reporter Emily Finnegan–and he gets an even bigger surprise when he finds out she's pregnant. Now he's determined to marry the beautiful brunette. It took a world-shaking surprise to make him realize what was missing in his life. But Emily has been hurt before, and isn't convinced his desire to marry her is about love. He'll do whatever it takes to prove his heart is hers… for as long as they both shall live.

A second chance for his first lovePaul Woodward has always known Annie Finnegan was the one. But when she married his best friend, he moved away from their tiny hometown to try to forget the woman he could never have.When her husband passes away, Paul is heartbroken and wants to be there for the love of his life—but how can he, given the way he feels? As he returns to take over his ill father's medical practice, though, it's clear that Annie and her son are the family Paul longs for. As Annie heals and their connection grows, Paul will wait to find out if love really gives second chances…

Six Hot Single Dads Six gorgeous, sexy men with a caring, tender side… How can any woman resist this chance at her happily ever after? THE CEO DADDY NEXT DOOR by Karen BoothMarcus is a reserved CEO with a baby daughter and thinks his free-spirited neighbour is completely unsuitable. So why can’t he keep her out of his bed…and out of his heart?THE DADDY PROJECT by Lee McKenzieDistractingly sexy Nate is raising his twin little girls alone, and he has had enough matchmaking from his family. So single mum Kristi and he stage a fake relationship…SAVED BY THE SINGLE DAD by Annie ClaydonCass tells herself that she’s not falling for the gorgeous paramedic single dad she rescued near the river. She’s not thinking about what his skin would feel like under her hands as she patches him up!BACHELOR DAD by Roxann DelaneyCity lawyer Garrett Miles is a happy man who enjoys his moments with gorgeous waitress Libby. Then he finds out he’s a father, and that his little girl is coming to live with him…FALLING FOR THE SINGLE DAD by Emilie ForbesTonight she could have what her heart desired. And she desired him… But exceedingly hot or not, Damien’s a complication. Especially since he’s a single dad, her boss and neighbour…HOT-SHOT DOC, SECRET DAD by Lynne MarshallHe didn’t go for sexy or overpowering or anything beyond a sweet meeting of their lips for old times’ sake. Trevor still remembers Julie from that summer night all those years ago…

Find your Happily Ever After with two feel-good novels about dogs unleashing romance in small-town settings.Her Accidental Engagement by Michelle MajorIn the midst of a nasty custody battle, Julia Morgan needs to prove she can provide a stable environment for her son, Charlie. So when gorgeous police chief Sam Callahan agrees to help by pretending to be her fiancé, she gratefully accepts his fake proposal. The arrangement will also get Sam''s father off his back about finding "the one." But what happens when pretend doesn''t seem so, well, pretend anymore?The Daddy Project by Lee McKenzieAs a busy single mom, Kristi Callahan doesn''t have time for a man. But her mother won''t believe it. She keeps setting Kristi up on disastrous blind dates. Widowed Nate McTavish has the same problem with his well-meaning family. When Nate hires Kristi to stage his house before selling it, they realize they''ve found the answer to their problems: be fake dates for each other! It''s a perfect plan . . .

Find your Happily Ever After with two feel-good stories of dogs unleashing romance in small-town settings.Second-chance surprisesDaddy, Unexpectedly by Lee McKenzieClaire DeAngelo''s dream of the perfect family seemed to be finally coming true, but now she''s getting a divorce. Her ex''s behavior is bordering on harassment, so it''s lucky Claire runs into her college buddy—now undercover cop—Luke Devlin. As Luke''s protective instincts take over, the attraction between old friends heats up. But then Claire discovers she''s pregnant—and carefree Luke just isn''t family material…Second Chance Dad by Pamela StoneMoving back to her hometown after her divorce seemed like a good idea, until Hanna Rosser''s son gets into trouble at school. The single mother knows exactly who''s to blame—Vince Keegan, father of her son''s new best friend. Vince may be irresistible, but he''s got a lot to learn about parenting! Can the widowed dad teach Hanna something about second chances?

From an early age, Lee McKenzie had access to a motorsport world that most are rarely allowed into. From spending time in the paddock as a teen to becoming a highly respected Formula One journalist and presenter, Lee has been at the heart of motorsport for almost twenty years.On the frontline of one of the most watched sports on the planet and gaining the respect of F1 world champions with her tough but fair interview approach, Lee has shared experiences, hire cars, parties and friendships with a host of drivers from Michael Schumacher to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel to Jenson Button.Inside F1 tells the stories of the careers of seven stars of the sport using her personal contact and interviews throughout the years. Lee's unique perspective takes us through the highs and lows, the controversies and crashes that led to some of the biggest and most memorable interviews in recent years. Lee's close relationship with the drivers makes Inside F1 an enthralling behind-the- scenes account of one of the biggest sports in the world.

From an early age, Lee McKenzie had access to a motorsport world that most are rarely allowed into. From spending time in the paddock as a teen to becoming a highly respected Formula One journalist and presenter, Lee has been at the heart of motorsport for almost twenty years.On the frontline of one of the most watched sports on the planet and gaining the respect of F1 world champions with her tough but fair interview approach, Lee has shared experiences, hire cars, parties and friendships with a host of drivers from Michael Schumacher to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel to Jenson Button.Inside F1 tells the stories of the careers of seven stars of the sport using her personal contact and interviews throughout the years. Lee''s unique perspective takes us through the highs and lows, the controversies and crashes that led to some of the biggest and most memorable interviews in recent years. Lee''s close relationship with the drivers makes Inside F1 an enthralling behind-the- scenes account of one of the biggest sports in the world.

From an early age, Lee McKenzie had access to a motorsport world that most are rarely allowed into. From spending time in the paddock as a teen to becoming a highly respected Formula One journalist and presenter, Lee has been at the heart of motorsport for almost twenty years.On the frontline of one of the most watched sports on the planet and gaining the respect of F1 world champions with her tough but fair interview approach, Lee has shared experiences, hire cars, parties and friendships with a host of drivers from Michael Schumacher to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel to Jenson Button.INSIDE F1 tells the stories of the careers of seven stars of the sport using her personal contact and interviews throughout the years. Lee's unique perspective takes us through the highs and lows, the controversies and crashes that led to some of the biggest and most memorable interviews in recent years. Lee's close relationship with the drivers makes INSIDE F1 an enthralling behind-the- scenes account of one of the biggest sports in the world.

Un corazón sin domarNikki LoganEl imponente exmilitar Clint McLeish vivía aislado en la profundidad de Australia. No confiaba en nadie, pero su parque natural necesitaba un coordinador de seguridad; alguien tan duro y tan intuitivo como él. Y contrató a Romy Carvell, que además de poseer un gran atractivo, sabía que algo faltaba en la vida de Clint.Un feliz matrimonioMegan KellyA Tara Montgomery la habían abandonado después de dejarla embarazada, por lo que no había ninguna posibilidad de que el encantador Dylan Ross pudiera tentarla. Pero Dylan tenía mucho en común con ella: acababa de descubrir que tenía una hija de cuatro años. Ser padre soltero le estaba resultando muy difícil y necesitaba toda la ayuda que Tara, como empleada de guardería, pudiera proporcionarle.Una gran oportunidadLee McKenzieMichael Morgan siempre conseguía lo que deseaba, y deseaba el Whiskey Sour. Aquel bar sería perfecto para su próximo negocio… si estuviera en venta. Iba a ser duro convencer a Jess Bennett, la dueña del local, para que vendiera, pero ignorar su profunda atracción hacia ella podía llegar a ser casi imposible.

El bombero viudo Mitch Donovan estaba concentrado en trabajar duro y en construir un hogar estable para su hija pequeña. Entonces, conoció a Rory Borland. La profesora de su hija era un espíritu libre e independiente que desafiaba sus ideas sobre la paternidad y le hacía pensar en cosas que ni siquiera sabía que deseaba.Rory adoraba a los niños. Por ese motivo, el hecho de encontrar un trabajo de profesora en San Francisco era un sueño convertido en realidad. En lo que menos pensaba era en tener una familia propia, hasta que conoció al guapísimo padre de una de sus alumnas, Miranda. Ella era su profesora, no la sustituta de su madre. Entonces, ¿qué iban a hacer con la ardiente atracción que sentían el uno por el otro?

AJ Harris necesitaba marcharse para no enfrentarse con el pasado, personificado por una belleza con herramientas de carpintero y botas de trabajo... que además resultaba ser la madre de su hijo. Pero el destino tenía otros planes para él porque, sin saberlo, AJ había contratado a la empresa de Samantha Elliott para que arreglara y vendiera la vieja casa de su abuela. Tendría que ocultar que hacía tres años había adoptado en secreto al hijo que Sam había abandonado.Con lo que AJ no contaba era con el vínculo que surgiría inmediatamente entre madre e hijo, ni tampoco sospechaba los motivos nada egoístas que habían llevado a Sam a renunciar a su hijo.

Claire de Angelo soñaba con una casa con valla blanca, un marido e hijos, pero ahora iba a divorciarse. El comportamiento de su ex rayaba el acoso, así que fue una suerte que se encontrara con Luke Devlin, un amigo de la universidad convertido en policía.Claire vivía al lado del edificio que Luke estaba vigilando. ¿Qué mejor modo de vigilar a los delincuentes que instalarse en su casa? Cuando el ex de Claire se volvió hostil, el impulso de protegerla se apoderó de Luke y la pasión surgió entre ellos.En la universidad, Luke siempre había vivido despreocupadamente. Por eso, al saber que estaba embarazada, Claire pensó que no debía esperar nada de él. Iba a tener su casa con valla blanca y su bebé... aunque faltara una pieza para completar su sueño.

Kristi Callahan, madre soltera de una adolescente, no tenía tiempo para hombres. Y habría sido agradable que su madre pensara lo mismo; no dejaba de organizarle desastrosas citas a ciegas, decidida a encontrarle pareja.Tras la muerte de su esposa, Nate McTavish tenía que criar a sus gemelas él solo. A veces se cuestionaba su capacidad como padre y también tenía que esquivar a las mujeres que su familia se empeñaba en presentarle. Cuando contrató a Kristi para que reformara su casa antes de venderla, se dio cuenta de que habían encontrado la respuesta a su problema: ¡hacerse pasar por pareja! Era un plan fantástico, hasta que empezaron a preguntarse si no sería mejor dejar de fingir…

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.The trap is set…Single mom and successful boutique owner Sarah Stewart didn''t have room in her life for a pet, let alone a man. With a teenage girl to raise and a business to run, she couldn''t do anything more than look at Jonathan Marshall, the single–and singularly good-looking–man who just moved in next door with a teenage daughter of his own. Still, since their girls would be classmates, it made sense to make friends. But that was as far as it could go. Despite the best efforts of some teenage matchmaking, Sarah wasn''t giving in. Because she just isn''t ready to put her heart on the line–again.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.He''ll prove he''s back for goodDetective Jack Evans will keep proposing as many times as it takes. He never expected to come home to Riverton, Wisconsin, let alone to find himself lost in a night of passion with reporter Emily Finnegan–and he gets an even bigger surprise when he finds out she''s pregnant. Now he''s determined to marry the beautiful brunette. It took a world-shaking surprise to make him realize what was missing in his life. But Emily has been hurt before and isn''t convinced his desire to marry her is about love. He''ll do whatever it takes to prove his heart is hers…for as long as they both shall live.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.A second chance for his first lovePaul Woodward has always known Annie Finnegan was the one. But when she married his best friend, he moved away from their tiny hometown to try to forget the woman he could never have. When her husband passes away, Paul is heartbroken and wants to be there for the love of his life— but how can he, given the way he feels? As he returns to take over his ill father’s medical practice, though, it’s clear that Annie and her son are the family Paul longs for. As Annie heals and their connection grows, Paul will wait to find out if love really gives second chances…

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas…In July? Brent Borden has always imagined that Leslie Durrance is happy on her pedestal. Until she runs–in the midst of a rainstorm, dripping diamonds, wedding dress and all–into the construction worker's arms. With the whole town buzzing about the juiciest scandal Collingwood Station has ever seen, the embarrassed debutante needs to lie low.Brent takes her in, but it's a Christmas-themed fund-raiser, complete with hot Santas in tuxedos, that gives Leslie a chance to get the tongues wagging about something besides her almost-wedding and get the wallets to open for a worthy cause. And also makes her see that the greatest gift has been in front of her all along…

Michael Morgan is a man who always gets what he wants, and he wants The Whiskey Sour. The run-down bar would be perfect for his newest business ventureif it was for sale. Convincing the feisty redhead who owns the pub to sell will be tough, but ignoring his deep attraction to her could be nearly impossible. Jess Bennett knows that Michael's offer could solve all her financial woes, but The Whiskey Sour is her last connection to her beloved grandfather.When she refuses to sell, she expects Michael to disappear. Instead, he invites her into his family and his life. Now the woman who always had a hard time trusting men is suddenly having an even harder time trusting herself around this seductive entrepreneur. Is it safe for Jess to mix business with pleasure, or will she lose the barand her heart?

A Christmas Present With A Hidden Past AJ Harris needs to leave town, before his past sneaks up on him in the form of a tool-belt–wearing beauty who also happens to be the mother of his child. Fate has other plans when AJ inadvertently hires Samantha Elliott to renovate and sell his grandmother’s old house. Now he has to hide the truth—he secretly adopted the child Sam abandoned three years ago. Only, AJ can’t prevent the bond between mother and child.When he learns the selfless reasons behind Sam’s actions, including his own father’s deceit, AJ’s secret becomes a burden he can’t keep. But will Sam forgive him for having their son all this time? Or will one little boy’s love bring together a family…just in time for Christmas?

Her ProblemAs a busy single mom to her teenage daughter, Kristi Callahan doesn''t have time for a man. But it sure would be nice if her mother believed that, too. She keeps setting Kristi up on disastrous blind dates, determined to find her "the one."His ProblemAfter Nate McTavish''s wife died, he was faced with raising his twin little girls alone. Making it up as he goes along and sometimes questioning his daddy skills, he also has to fend off women his well-meaning family keep throwing at him.Their SolutionWhen Nate hires Kristi to stage his house before selling it, they instantly realize they''ve found the perfect answer to their problem: be fake dates for each other! It''s a great plan—until they start to wonder if the real thing might not be even better….

From Friends To Lovers To…Parents?Claire DeAngelo''s fantasy was the white picket fence and a husband and babies. She thought she''d found it, but now she''s getting a divorce. Her ex''s behavior is bordering on harassment, so it''s lucky Claire runs into her college buddy—now undercover cop—Luke Devlin.Luke can''t believe his luck. He''s investigating a smuggling ring, and Claire lives in the building he has under surveillance. What better way to keep an eye on the criminals than to move in! When Claire''s ex becomes hostile, Luke''s protective instincts take over and the attraction between old friends heats up.Back in college, Luke was a carefree playboy. So when Claire discovers she''s pregnant, she knows better than to expect Luke to be family material. She''s finally getting that white picket fence and a baby…even if there''s a piece missing!

The trap is set… Single mom and successful boutique owner Sarah Stewart didn''t have room in her life for a pet, let alone a man. With a teenage girl to raise and a business to run, she couldn''t do anything more than look at Jonathan Marshall, the single—and singularly good-looking—man who just moved in next door with a teenage daughter of his own. Still, since their girls would be classmates, it made sense to make friends. But that was as far as it could go. Despite the best efforts of some teenage matchmaking, Sarah wasn''t giving in. Because she just isn''t ready to put her heart on the line—again.

“So, how about it? You come to my sister’s birthday party, I’ll go to your family barbecue, and we’ll call it even.”Say no. “Sure,” she said instead. He offered his hand to seal the deal. “It’s a date.”She shook it. “A fake date.”“Make that two fake dates.” He smiled and her insides turned to jelly.It begins as a mutually beneficial arrangement. Just a simple solution to the problem that they both have. Kristi is far too busy as a single mum for a man – but that doesn’t stop her mother setting her up on disastrous blind dates. When Nate is widowed he’s faced with raising his twin little girls alone, and he has enough on his plate without the constant matchmaking from his family.Kristi is already helping Nate stage his house before selling it, so the pair decide to stage a fake relationship to keep their family off their backs. If Kristi finds Nate distractingly sexy, and he can’t keep his eyes off her it’ll just make it all the more realistic… right?

From Friends To Lovers To…Parents? Claire DeAngelo's fantasy was the white picket fence and a husband and babies. She thought she’d found it, but now she’s getting a divorce. Her ex’s behavior is bordering on harassment, so it’s lucky Claire runs into her college buddy—now undercover cop—Luke Devlin. Luke can’t believe his luck.He’s investigating a smuggling ring, and Claire lives in the building he has under surveillance. What better way to keep an eye on the criminals than to move in! When Claire’s ex becomes hostile, Luke’s protective instincts take over and the attraction between old friends heats up. Back in college, Luke was a carefree playboy.So when Claire discovers she’s pregnant, she knows better than to expect Luke to be family material. She’s finally getting that white picket fence and a baby…even if there’s a piece missing!

The minute Nick Durrance steps onto the porch of the once-grand, now run-down Meadowcroft home, he knows something is different. The woman at the door is not his ancient former teacher, but her young, beautiful grandniece. Maggie is new to Collingwood Station and has inherited the house, which she intends to turn into a natural beauty spa.Nick can't see the women of this posh town putting yogurt and strawberries on their faces, nor can he see them accepting the eccentric Maggie. But when the whole town starts gravitating to her, Nick realizes this woman is special–so special that she's even changed how people see him, a man who went against the wishes of his wealthy family to start his own construction business.It turns out the house is not all she's working on–and when he finds out what–or who–her real project is, he's not going to like it!

The trap is set… Single mom and successful boutique owner Sarah Stewart didn't have room in her life for a pet, let alone a man. With a teenage girl to raise and a business to run, she couldn't do anything more than look at Jonathan Marshall, the single–and singularly good-looking–man who just moved in next door with a teenage daughter of his own. Still, since their girls would be classmates, it made sense to make friends. But that was as far as it could go. Despite the best efforts of some teenage matchmaking, Sarah wasn't giving in. Because she just isn't ready to put her heart on the line–again.

He'll prove he's back for good Detective Jack Evans will keep proposing as many times as it takes. He never expected to come home to Riverton, Wisconsin, let alone to find himself lost in a night of passion with reporter Emily Finnegan–and he gets an even bigger surprise when he finds out she's pregnant. Now he's determined to marry the beautiful brunette. It took a world-shaking surprise to make him realize what was missing in his life. But Emily has been hurt before, and isn't convinced his desire to marry her is about love. He'll do whatever it takes to prove his heart is hers… for as long as they both shall live.

A second chance for his first lovePaul Woodward has always known Annie Finnegan was the one. But when she married his best friend, he moved away from their tiny hometown to try to forget the woman he could never have.When her husband passes away, Paul is heartbroken and wants to be there for the love of his life—but how can he, given the way he feels? As he returns to take over his ill father's medical practice, though, it's clear that Annie and her son are the family Paul longs for. As Annie heals and their connection grows, Paul will wait to find out if love really gives second chances…

Six Hot Single Dads Six gorgeous, sexy men with a caring, tender side… How can any woman resist this chance at her happily ever after? THE CEO DADDY NEXT DOOR by Karen BoothMarcus is a reserved CEO with a baby daughter and thinks his free-spirited neighbour is completely unsuitable. So why can’t he keep her out of his bed…and out of his heart?THE DADDY PROJECT by Lee McKenzieDistractingly sexy Nate is raising his twin little girls alone, and he has had enough matchmaking from his family. So single mum Kristi and he stage a fake relationship…SAVED BY THE SINGLE DAD by Annie ClaydonCass tells herself that she’s not falling for the gorgeous paramedic single dad she rescued near the river. She’s not thinking about what his skin would feel like under her hands as she patches him up!BACHELOR DAD by Roxann DelaneyCity lawyer Garrett Miles is a happy man who enjoys his moments with gorgeous waitress Libby. Then he finds out he’s a father, and that his little girl is coming to live with him…FALLING FOR THE SINGLE DAD by Emilie ForbesTonight she could have what her heart desired. And she desired him… But exceedingly hot or not, Damien’s a complication. Especially since he’s a single dad, her boss and neighbour…HOT-SHOT DOC, SECRET DAD by Lynne MarshallHe didn’t go for sexy or overpowering or anything beyond a sweet meeting of their lips for old times’ sake. Trevor still remembers Julie from that summer night all those years ago…

Find your Happily Ever After with two feel-good novels about dogs unleashing romance in small-town settings.Her Accidental Engagement by Michelle MajorIn the midst of a nasty custody battle, Julia Morgan needs to prove she can provide a stable environment for her son, Charlie. So when gorgeous police chief Sam Callahan agrees to help by pretending to be her fiancé, she gratefully accepts his fake proposal. The arrangement will also get Sam''s father off his back about finding "the one." But what happens when pretend doesn''t seem so, well, pretend anymore?The Daddy Project by Lee McKenzieAs a busy single mom, Kristi Callahan doesn''t have time for a man. But her mother won''t believe it. She keeps setting Kristi up on disastrous blind dates. Widowed Nate McTavish has the same problem with his well-meaning family. When Nate hires Kristi to stage his house before selling it, they realize they''ve found the answer to their problems: be fake dates for each other! It''s a perfect plan . . .

Find your Happily Ever After with two feel-good stories of dogs unleashing romance in small-town settings.Second-chance surprisesDaddy, Unexpectedly by Lee McKenzieClaire DeAngelo''s dream of the perfect family seemed to be finally coming true, but now she''s getting a divorce. Her ex''s behavior is bordering on harassment, so it''s lucky Claire runs into her college buddy—now undercover cop—Luke Devlin. As Luke''s protective instincts take over, the attraction between old friends heats up. But then Claire discovers she''s pregnant—and carefree Luke just isn''t family material…Second Chance Dad by Pamela StoneMoving back to her hometown after her divorce seemed like a good idea, until Hanna Rosser''s son gets into trouble at school. The single mother knows exactly who''s to blame—Vince Keegan, father of her son''s new best friend. Vince may be irresistible, but he''s got a lot to learn about parenting! Can the widowed dad teach Hanna something about second chances?

From an early age, Lee McKenzie had access to a motorsport world that most are rarely allowed into. From spending time in the paddock as a teen to becoming a highly respected Formula One journalist and presenter, Lee has been at the heart of motorsport for almost twenty years.On the frontline of one of the most watched sports on the planet and gaining the respect of F1 world champions with her tough but fair interview approach, Lee has shared experiences, hire cars, parties and friendships with a host of drivers from Michael Schumacher to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel to Jenson Button.Inside F1 tells the stories of the careers of seven stars of the sport using her personal contact and interviews throughout the years. Lee's unique perspective takes us through the highs and lows, the controversies and crashes that led to some of the biggest and most memorable interviews in recent years. Lee's close relationship with the drivers makes Inside F1 an enthralling behind-the- scenes account of one of the biggest sports in the world.

From an early age, Lee McKenzie had access to a motorsport world that most are rarely allowed into. From spending time in the paddock as a teen to becoming a highly respected Formula One journalist and presenter, Lee has been at the heart of motorsport for almost twenty years.On the frontline of one of the most watched sports on the planet and gaining the respect of F1 world champions with her tough but fair interview approach, Lee has shared experiences, hire cars, parties and friendships with a host of drivers from Michael Schumacher to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel to Jenson Button.Inside F1 tells the stories of the careers of seven stars of the sport using her personal contact and interviews throughout the years. Lee''s unique perspective takes us through the highs and lows, the controversies and crashes that led to some of the biggest and most memorable interviews in recent years. Lee''s close relationship with the drivers makes Inside F1 an enthralling behind-the- scenes account of one of the biggest sports in the world.

From an early age, Lee McKenzie had access to a motorsport world that most are rarely allowed into. From spending time in the paddock as a teen to becoming a highly respected Formula One journalist and presenter, Lee has been at the heart of motorsport for almost twenty years.On the frontline of one of the most watched sports on the planet and gaining the respect of F1 world champions with her tough but fair interview approach, Lee has shared experiences, hire cars, parties and friendships with a host of drivers from Michael Schumacher to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel to Jenson Button.INSIDE F1 tells the stories of the careers of seven stars of the sport using her personal contact and interviews throughout the years. Lee's unique perspective takes us through the highs and lows, the controversies and crashes that led to some of the biggest and most memorable interviews in recent years. Lee's close relationship with the drivers makes INSIDE F1 an enthralling behind-the- scenes account of one of the biggest sports in the world.

Un corazón sin domarNikki LoganEl imponente exmilitar Clint McLeish vivía aislado en la profundidad de Australia. No confiaba en nadie, pero su parque natural necesitaba un coordinador de seguridad; alguien tan duro y tan intuitivo como él. Y contrató a Romy Carvell, que además de poseer un gran atractivo, sabía que algo faltaba en la vida de Clint.Un feliz matrimonioMegan KellyA Tara Montgomery la habían abandonado después de dejarla embarazada, por lo que no había ninguna posibilidad de que el encantador Dylan Ross pudiera tentarla. Pero Dylan tenía mucho en común con ella: acababa de descubrir que tenía una hija de cuatro años. Ser padre soltero le estaba resultando muy difícil y necesitaba toda la ayuda que Tara, como empleada de guardería, pudiera proporcionarle.Una gran oportunidadLee McKenzieMichael Morgan siempre conseguía lo que deseaba, y deseaba el Whiskey Sour. Aquel bar sería perfecto para su próximo negocio… si estuviera en venta. Iba a ser duro convencer a Jess Bennett, la dueña del local, para que vendiera, pero ignorar su profunda atracción hacia ella podía llegar a ser casi imposible.

El bombero viudo Mitch Donovan estaba concentrado en trabajar duro y en construir un hogar estable para su hija pequeña. Entonces, conoció a Rory Borland. La profesora de su hija era un espíritu libre e independiente que desafiaba sus ideas sobre la paternidad y le hacía pensar en cosas que ni siquiera sabía que deseaba.Rory adoraba a los niños. Por ese motivo, el hecho de encontrar un trabajo de profesora en San Francisco era un sueño convertido en realidad. En lo que menos pensaba era en tener una familia propia, hasta que conoció al guapísimo padre de una de sus alumnas, Miranda. Ella era su profesora, no la sustituta de su madre. Entonces, ¿qué iban a hacer con la ardiente atracción que sentían el uno por el otro?

AJ Harris necesitaba marcharse para no enfrentarse con el pasado, personificado por una belleza con herramientas de carpintero y botas de trabajo... que además resultaba ser la madre de su hijo. Pero el destino tenía otros planes para él porque, sin saberlo, AJ había contratado a la empresa de Samantha Elliott para que arreglara y vendiera la vieja casa de su abuela. Tendría que ocultar que hacía tres años había adoptado en secreto al hijo que Sam había abandonado.Con lo que AJ no contaba era con el vínculo que surgiría inmediatamente entre madre e hijo, ni tampoco sospechaba los motivos nada egoístas que habían llevado a Sam a renunciar a su hijo.

Claire de Angelo soñaba con una casa con valla blanca, un marido e hijos, pero ahora iba a divorciarse. El comportamiento de su ex rayaba el acoso, así que fue una suerte que se encontrara con Luke Devlin, un amigo de la universidad convertido en policía.Claire vivía al lado del edificio que Luke estaba vigilando. ¿Qué mejor modo de vigilar a los delincuentes que instalarse en su casa? Cuando el ex de Claire se volvió hostil, el impulso de protegerla se apoderó de Luke y la pasión surgió entre ellos.En la universidad, Luke siempre había vivido despreocupadamente. Por eso, al saber que estaba embarazada, Claire pensó que no debía esperar nada de él. Iba a tener su casa con valla blanca y su bebé... aunque faltara una pieza para completar su sueño.

Kristi Callahan, madre soltera de una adolescente, no tenía tiempo para hombres. Y habría sido agradable que su madre pensara lo mismo; no dejaba de organizarle desastrosas citas a ciegas, decidida a encontrarle pareja.Tras la muerte de su esposa, Nate McTavish tenía que criar a sus gemelas él solo. A veces se cuestionaba su capacidad como padre y también tenía que esquivar a las mujeres que su familia se empeñaba en presentarle. Cuando contrató a Kristi para que reformara su casa antes de venderla, se dio cuenta de que habían encontrado la respuesta a su problema: ¡hacerse pasar por pareja! Era un plan fantástico, hasta que empezaron a preguntarse si no sería mejor dejar de fingir…