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These nineteen short stories prove the secret ingredient in the most delicious and satisfying relationships (and recipes!) is always love.In Recipes for Romance: A Sweet Valentine's Day Anthology, the bedroom doors may be closed but our hearts are wide open to finding love, showing love, and rekindling long-lost love while cooking, baking, snacking, and sipping our way through dates, heartaches, memories, and personal triumphs.Stories included in this collection are: "e;A Note to Remember"e; by Bjarne Borresen"e;Better in Black"e; by MK Edgley"e;The Day Before Life Goes On"e; by Annabel den Dekker"e;Another Fish in the Sea"e; by Amy Kelly"e;Second Time's Sweeter"e; by Melissa Mastro"e;Sweet As Pie"e; by Krista Renee"e;Batter Together"e; by Katie Fitzgerald"e;Brownie Points"e; by Aimee Moineaux"e;The Missing Cupcake"e; by Megan Wood"e;Truffle and Truth"e; by Elise Gilmore"e;We Already Have"e; by Desi Stowe"e;Baked in Love"e; by J.E. Smith"e;MJ's Jersey"e; by Mitchell S. Elrick"e;The Charred Grape"e; by Caroline Baccene"e;Welcome Home"e; by Melissa Cate"e;Comfort Food and Covert Magic"e; by S.B. Rizk"e;Misery on the Bounty"e; by Elizabeth Baizel"e;Strawberry Macarons"e; by Jessica Daniliuk"e;Love Through a Cookie"e; by Heather Culler The characters in these stories bake sweet treats like cupcakes, cookies, pies, or brownies; show off their skills in the home kitchens or in cooking competitions; or attempt to meet special someones over dinner and drinks, on blind dates, singles cruises, or simply at their local bars. They relive magical moments with their spouses and create new memories with their friends while sharing meals or cleaning up after baking marathons.Recipes for Romance includes sweet stories that will leave you feeling good. And maybe a little hungry.

From engagement to honeymoon, this little book will provide you with all the basics to start planning your dream wedding.The moments after accepting a marriage proposal are exciting and romantic, but they can also be overwhelming and sometimes even confusing. Immediately after sharing the news, brides are often bombarded with questions: Have you set a date? What are your colors? Who are your bridesmaids? Where will you register?If you’re a bride-to-be who isn’t sure how to even begin answering those questions and others like them, or who has a head full of ideas but no way to organize them, The Little White Book of Wedding Planning Wisdom is the guide you need. This book will provide you with advice related to every step of the process—from announcing your engagement, to booking a venue, to choosing the perfect date. You will learn when to book florists, caterers, and entertainers—and which questions to ask them before you do so.More than a simple manual, this book also features reflections and quotes from brides who share their own real-life experiences choosing their first songs, trying on one dress after another, and worrying about centerpieces, seating charts, and writing the perfect vows.At a convenient size, The Little White Book of Wedding Planning Wisdom can be easily slipped into your purse to consult as you move from one appointment to another, whether you’re meeting with potential photographers, cake bakers, or jewelers.

From Thomas Keller to Julia Child—hundreds of quotes that are sure to please anyone who loves to cook, bake, drink, and eat.As American chef and food writer James Beard once said, "Food is our common ground, a universal experience." Everyone has a favorite food or meal, a method of cooking or baking they swear by, or a secret ingredient they utilize whenever possible. Food brings friends and family together every day, whether in their dining rooms or at tables in their favorite restaurants.The Little Red Book of Kitchen Wisdom presents thoughts on the happenings in kitchens around the world, from the preparation of ingredients to the consumption of meals and everything in between. This book will include quotes from the most respected chefs in the world (such as Heston Blumenthal, Alice Waters, and Grant Achatz), recognizable celebrity chefs and television personalities (Alton Brown, Mario Batali, Cat Cora), food critics and writers (Michael Pollan, Ruth Reichl, Michael Ruhlman), and various actors, actresses, authors, comedians, and poets who like to eat and talk about it.The mix of professionals and celebrities featured in this book will draw the attention of cooks at every level—professionals, home cooks, and hobbyists—and people who simply love to eat and drink.“The only time to eat diet food is while you''re waiting for the steak to cook.” —Julia Child“I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.” —W.C. Fields“The shared meal elevates eating from a mechanical process of fueling the body to a ritual of family and community, from the mere animal biology to an act of culture.” —Michael Pollan"A jazz musician can improvise based on his knowledge of music. He understands how things go together. For a chef, once you have that basis, that''s when cuisine is truly exciting." —Charlie Trotter

An Original, Feel-Good Collection of Short Stories Inspired by the Winter SeasonDon your cozy socks, snuggle under your favorite reading blanket, grab your tea (or hot chocolate!), and get ready to settle in with As the Snow Drifts, arranged and edited by Nicole Frail. This brand-new collection of short fiction will transport you from the blistering cold of the midwestern prairies and farmlands to the warmth of festive inns and coffeeshops while the snow falls gently outside.Stores include:"e;Third Friday"e; by Sarah Dawson Powell"e;Cows and Kisses"e; by J.E. Smith"e;Sunbeam"e; by Guihan Larsen"e;A Prairie Tale"e; by Amy Kelly"e;Revelations in the Snow"e; by Debby Meltzer Quick"e;Winter Escape"e; by Eliza Vaccaro"e;Snowflakes and Second Chances"e; by Krista Renee"e;The Winter Games of Sophie Berlin"e; by Renata Illustrata"e;Once Upon a Storm"e; by S.B. RizkWhether donating their time with nonprofits, volunteering their personal space for the sake of a memorable family event, or risking their reputation or even their own health to make sure their loved ones are healthy and happy, the characters who appear in As the Snow Drifts put the reason for the season first, focusing on family and friends and the love and support of their neighbors and community members.

The countdown is on with this brand-new collection of original New Year's Eve–themed short stories!The last night of the year is often associated with champagne and music, resolutions, and, for many, finding that perfect person to kiss at the stroke of midnight.And while the nine stories in this collection certainly don't lack the music and the dancing, the kissing and the goal setting, the characters in Another Chance to Get It Right: A New Year's Eve Anthology experience a wide range of emotions as they find themselves closing out one year and looking to the next.As you reflect on your achievements from this past year and decide whether you'll be making resolutions for the upcoming one, spend some time with these featured stories: "e;All Year with Anthony"e; by Katie Fitzgerald"e;Righting My World"e; by Shirley Hay"e;Fia"e; by Sharon Thatcher"e;Dancing Queen"e; by Jessica Daniliuk"e;I'll Be Home for New Year's?"e; by Krista Renee"e;What One Would Do for a Rose"e; by H. Buckley"e;New Year's Baby"e; by Anna Picari"e;Seeking Sanctuary"e; by Desi Stowe"e;Polka Dots"e; by Mitchell S. ElrickWhether they're welcoming the birth of a child, grieving an unexpected loss, contemplating a career move, or simply looking forward to counting down to midnight with their best friend and the girl they have a massive crush on, these characters all find themselves in similar positions as the clock runs out on the year: a decision looms that will set the tone for the next one—and possibly many more to come.

Dive into summer with Just One . . . A Summer Romance AnthologyIn this short story collection, characters are denied the comfort of hiding the secrets or emotions they hold close when they are forced together in varied circumstances. Whether they involve the sharing of a bed or a car, or a tent on the trip of a lifetime, or something much smaller but necessary, these twelve stories are alive with tension as they highlight the challenge that is forced proximity.This collection includes:"e;Power of the Pen"e; by Amy Hepp"e;Unexpected Destinations"e; by Cora Laine"e;A Summer Tradition"e; by Jessica Daniliuk"e;Vintage Love"e; by Caz Luan"e;Millennial Magic"e; by Mitchell S. Elrick"e;Sent by Aphrodite"e; by Rowen Burrows"e;When Lightning Strikes"e; by Melissa Cate"e;Chapped Lips"e; by Katherine Rea"e;Starting Again Under the Summer Sun"e; by Elizabeth Baizel"e;The Turn at Crooked Creek"e; by Dan Houston"e;When You Know, You Know"e; by Caroline Baccene"e;Do the Stars Exist?"e; by Desi StoweNo matter where these characters find themselves, or what they have on hand, they must navigate more than just these shared spaces, including their feelings for each other, exposed secrets, inner struggles, and the decision of how to—and if they even should—carry their newfound romances beyond summer vacation.

A tender holiday collection of twelve short stories that explores the many ways we find our way back to each other, to ourselves, and to the places that feel like home.Whether through a grandmother's treasured Christmas Eve memory, a soldier's bittersweet homecoming, or simply strangers crossing paths in snow-covered towns, each tale captures the warmth, messiness, and quiet magic of belonging.In these pages, home isn't always a house; it's the sound of familiar laughter, the glow of shared traditions, the grace of second chances, and the courage to open your heart. These stories remind us that "e;home"e; is found not in perfection but in connection.Featured stories and authors include:"e;A Place Called Family"e; by Caroline Baccene"e;The Advent-ures of Phoebe's Christmas Dwarf"e; by Nat Bickel"e;Back in Shape"e; by Cheryl Boughton"e;The Kindness Challenge"e; by Melissa Cate"e;Snowed Inn at Christmas"e; by Rick Ferguson"e;Comfort Zone and Joy"e; by Katie Fitzgerald"e;Christmas in the Woods"e; by Amy Hepp"e;Gramma's Christmas Eve"e; by Amy Kelly"e;Farolito"e; by yesenia monique"e;I'll Be Anywhere but Home for Christmas"e; by Morgan Matlow"e;Christmas on Canal Street"e; by Katherine Rea"e;A Holiday Homecoming"e; by Laura TurnerWhether you're returning, rediscovering, or rebuilding, Home for the Holidays: A Christmastime Anthology invites you to settle in, light a candle, and remember that sometimes the best gifts are the people and places we carry inside us.

Coffee is our love language.Through the rituals of brewing, sipping, and sharing, the characters that appear in the twelve short stories included in The Perfect Blend discover more than just comfort in coffee—they find vulnerability, hope, belonging, and love in its many forms.Featured stories and authors include:  •    "e;Best Seat in the House"e; by Amanda Yanul  •    "e;Brewing Affection"e; by Katelynn Dilday  •    "e;Scents of Reminiscence"e; by Stacy Shaffer  •    "e;Wax & Wane Bakery"e; by Stephanie Evans  •    "e;Pay It Forward"e; by J.L. Franklin  •    "e;Perfect"e; by Jenn Johnson-Hamer  •    "e;Chasing Fate"e; by Erin Bastow  •    "e;Love at First Latte"e; by M. C. Ryder  •    "e;Chock-Full of Love"e; by Madison Park  •    "e;Just a Dash of Coffee"e; by Olga Serafini  •    "e;The Not-So-Soft Ritual of Cocoa"e; by Mykala Patel  •    "e;The Many Blessings of Hestia Caffina"e; by Elizabeth BaizelThis anthology was created in collaboration with Coffee Inclusive, a coffee shop and bakery  located in Pittston, Pennsylvania, where inclusion, opportunity, and community come together. Each purchase benefits their programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.