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A sexy cowgirl gives a rugged Texas loner the ride of his life in USA Today bestselling author Tina Leonard’s seductive new series.   Ava Buchanan dreams of a career on the rodeo circuit. Winning a spot on a one-of-a-kind team would be her ticket to the life she’s always wanted. Ava won’t let anyone stand in her way—not even a stubborn cowboy whose slow-molasses smile and red-hot swagger set her senses aflame . . . and whose talents as a trainer could make her a star. Rodeo might be a man’s game, but Ava knows the right woman’s touch can tame the wildest heart.   Trace Carter believes his mayor’s plan to raise the town’s profile has disaster written all over it, and he won’t allow the Hell’s Outlaws Training Center to be dragged into the fiasco. Yet watching Ava’s delectable body on horseback proves too much of a temptation, and his fantasies stray to her riding skills outside the arena. Soon Trace is fighting like hell to rein in his unbridled desire for the petite brunette before it becomes a passion hotter than the Texas sun.Praise for Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys  “If you like your cowboys smokin’ and your cowgirls sassy, you’ll love the sparks that fly between Trace and Ava in Tina Leonard’s Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys.”—Laura Moore, author of Once Tasted“Perfect for readers who enjoy heroes and heroines who clash upon first meeting and several times thereafter.”—Library Journal (starred review)“Hijinks and conflict propel Leonard’s first entry in her Hell’s Outlaws series, Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys.”—RT Book Reviews“The perfect read for a day in the sun.”—Manga Maniac Cafe“The actual story was gripping. It was a book I couldn’t stop reading because I had to see what happened. I even abandoned my vacuuming to find out what happened to Ava and Trace!”—Romance Novel Giveaways   “Refreshing . . . a very hot and steamy book.”—Hines and Bigham’s Literary Tryst   “I found myself totally immersed in the story! I really liked the characters and the dynamic in their small little town in Texas.”—The Crafty Cauldron   “I love a hot cowboy and this book had several hot guys.”—Red’s Hot Reads   “A great introduction to the residents of Hell, Texas . . . I can’t wait until the other boys of Hell’s Outlaws get theirs.”—Hannah’s Words   “The pages flew by.”—Not Everyone’s Mama“I’ll definitely be looking for more by Tina Leonard.”—That Ginger Girl Reads“This book was a fun-filled ride that I''d read over and over again.”—A Crazy Vermonter’s Book Reviews Includes a special message from the editor, as well as excerpts from other Loveswept titles.

The toughest rodeo rider in Hell, Texas, discovers his tender side with a feisty cowgirl in this sexy new novel from USA Today bestselling author Tina Leonard.   Cameron Dix knows that becoming an elite rider is the first step to realizing her dream: owning a special-needs equestrian academy. Only one thing stands in her way—and he’s big, tall, and sizzles like a Texas steak. Superhunk Saint Markham claims that he isn’t happy about all the women galloping into town, but the heat in his eyes tells Cameron a different story. What else can a fiery redhead do but let her hair down and give in to desire hot enough to melt her saddle?   Saint has seen what happens when women come marching into the Hell’s Outlaws Training Center: Strong men crumble. Problem is, he’s got rivals willing to train a talented lady rider like Cameron. But after one night of passion, he’s branded. And from the moment he kisses her ruby lips, Cameron is his—even if he’s too stubborn to admit it. Now Saint must stake his claim on a life of delicious sin with the woman he loves.Praise for Last of the Red-Hot Riders   “A fun, clever read, Last of the Red-Hot Riders is a charming, sexy, and humorous romp through the tiny town of Hell, Texas.”—Kat Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Against the Sky  “There’s just enough steam mixed in with conversations and laughs to move the relationship into the hot zone.”—I Am, Indeed   “If you like your cowboy stories drama-filled [with] a crazy town mayor who has a vendetta against a honky-tonk bar owner as well as a stubborn solider that would do anything for a crazy redheaded wild child, come and check this out!”—Butterfly-o-Meter Books   “Easy and enjoyable, Last of the Red-Hot Riders is a wonderful bucking ride to romance.”—Tome Tender   “All in all, a hot cowboy romance with a great mix of humor, passion and intriguing characters.”—LeAnn’s Book Reviews Praise for Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys   “If you like your cowboys smokin’ and your cowgirls sassy, you’ll love the sparks that fly between Trace and Ava in Tina Leonard’s Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys.”—Laura Moore, author of Once Tasted  “Perfect for readers who enjoy heroes and heroines who clash upon first meeting and several times thereafter.”—Library Journal (starred review)“Hijinks and conflict propel Leonard’s first entry in her Hell’s Outlaws series, Last of the Red-Hot Cowboys.”—RT Book Reviews Includes a special message from the editor, as well as excerpts from other Loveswept titles.

Twice as complicatedFortune''s Fresh Start by Michelle Major Real estate investor Callum Fortune is making a big splash in Rambling Rose, Texas. The last thing he needs is any personal complications slowing his pace—least of all nurse Becky Averill, a beautiful widow with twin baby girls. Callum’s past has convinced him he’s not cut out for commitment. Yet, drawn to Becky in ways he can’t understand, Callum is torn between moving on…and moving in!Her Callahan Family Man by Tina Leonard Sawyer Cash pregnant? With twins? Jace Callahan is stunned when the gorgeous bodyguard gives him the news. The only solution is a Vegas wedding. Jace knows Sawyer thinks she's only brought him trouble. But Sawyer’s the one woman for him, even if her family is in the enemy camp. With things reaching a boiling point, Jace vows to fight for his family's future as only a Callahan can!USA TODAY Bestselling Author Michelle MajorNew York Times Bestselling Author Tina Leonard Previously published as Fortune''s Fresh Start and Her Callahan Family Man

With a little help from a cowboyDaddy''s Double Duty by Stella Bagwell While caring for the twins she'd inherited, Vanessa Valdez saw her boss, rancher Conall Donovan, in a new light. Once a coldhearted businessman, he'd dropped everything to help her with the newborns. Vanessa didn't know why the rugged Conall suddenly wanted her and her new family. But having his arms around her was enough to make her sleepless nights worthwhile…The Rebel Cowboy''s Quadruplets by Tina Leonard Mackenzie Hawthorne is looking for a ranch foreman, not a husband. Good thing, because marriage isn't in injured bull rider Justin Morant's future. Justin's a natural with her daughters and a whiz at ranching…yet one day she knows he's going to gallop off into the sunset. Unless, of course, the marriage-minded townspeople get their hands on him!USA TODAY Bestselling Author Stella Bagwell New York Times Bestselling Author Tina Leonard Previously published as Daddy''s Double Duty and The Rebel Cowboy''s Quadruplets

Including: Santa Baby. When Whitney and Colby are snowed in together their plight soon turns to seduction. Yet Colby never expected Whitney to return to Alaska pregnant, happy to take on motherhood alone. Confident Colby, however, has other plans starting with their first Christmas with their newborn son...

Maitland Maternity – where the luckiest babies are born Triplet Secret Babies Judy Christenberry Unwed heiress Briana McCallum is expecting triplets. But the identity of the father is secret; rumour has it that she had met someone on a trip out of town almost eight months ago. Could the undisclosed daddy be newcomer Hunter Callaghan? Quadruplets on the DoorstepTina Leonard Caleb McCallum had been an elusive bachelor, until April Sullivan wanted to raise abandoned quadruplet babies as her own. Her chances at adoption were slim – until she tied the knot with the handsome ex-cop. And now she is spending night after night with him… The McCallum Quintuplets Kasey Michaels Mindy Neff & Mary Anne Wilson Three emotional stories set around the imminent arrival of The McCallum Quintuplets: When Dr Madeline Sheppard gets a makeover, her best friend starts to see her differently… Dr Zachary Beaumont gives in to temptation and kisses his tantalising nurse. New parents Adam and Maggie need a weekend getaway to rekindle their passion…

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Not The Marrying Kind? Finding Daria Cameron warming his bed is a sight Judah Callahan will never forget. How can a red-blooded cowboy say no? Especially when Judah's desired Darla from afar for years. Only now she's having his babies. . . and planning on tying the knot with another man. Over his dead body!All Darla wanted was one night of passion with the wildly sexy Callahan she secretly loves. But now that she's going to have a family, she has to be practical. And Judah isn't the marrying kind. The die-hard bachelor was even willing to give up his share of his family's New Mexico ranch to his five brothers so he could stay footloose and fancy-free.Now all Judah can think about is getting Darla down that aisle. . . with him. Can he get her to believe in their future together? He'll bet the ranch on it!

Instant Daddy? Gabriel Morgan has been lured home to Union Junction, Texas, by a father who claims he's not trying to match his ornery son with a ready-made family. Gabriel has his commitment radar up–so when he lays eyes on the widow Laura Adams and her sweet children, he's not prepared for visions of baby booties dancing in his head! Laura finds it absolutely irresistible that Gabriel has fallen for her little girl and baby boy.But his "proposal" to marry her and take care of them all for one year smells too much like convenience–and not enough like the love she's looking for. Does being a good mother mean putting her children first? What Laura doesn't know yet is that her kids aren't the only ones Gabriel's falling for….

Texas Ranger Dane Morgan wasn't planning to get married any time soon, but he's been lured home by his father's ultimatum: become a family man or forfeit his inheritance. Suddenly, sticking around the family ranch is looking better and better to this roving cowboy…especially when he meets the new live-in housekeeper. Suzy Winterstone will do anything to give her twin toddler daughters a name–except marry Dane Morgan! He wants to play house for a year to appease his father, who longs for grandbabies to spoil in his golden years.But Suzy yearns for the real thing. True Love. While the sassy single mother is as tempting as she is sweet, no Ranger worth his salt can be forced into marriage by a meddling matchmaker! Can he?

The blackest sheep of the Morgan clan came home to Texas to collect his inheritance…not start a family. But there's a family already waiting for him! Four orphaned quadruplets in need of a loving home are pretty hard to resist. The hitch? To adopt them, Pete needs a wife. And Priscilla Perkins could be the ideal candidate….She may be wildly attracted to the globe-hopping secret agent, but Priscilla isn't going to be lassoed into marriage by Pete or his matchmaking father. Even if it is just a temporary engagement. And even if the tiny babies are calling to something deep inside her.Priscilla may not think Pete is husband material, but he knows she'd make a super mom. With five angels stealing his heart, it's a scenario no man can resist!

Jack Morgan came home to the Morgans' Texas ranch on urgent family business–not to get roped into marriage. But he's finding it impossible to steer clear of his attraction to angelic Cricket Jasper. Now the virtuous deacon is pregnant…with triplets! The sexy rodeo rider has always been in Cricket's secret prayers. But she never dreamed she'd be having Jack's babies!She knows the firstborn Morgan son came home to make things right with his estranged father. Now he's about to become a father. What will it take to make a family man out of this wandering rover? Because if three babies and the love of a good woman aren't enough to settle down this lonesome cowboy, nothing will be!

Dillinger Kent is getting ready for a lonely Christmas on his Texas ranch. All that changes the night the widowed gunslinger hears an infant's wails…and is swept into a time and town definitely not his own. After ditching her fiancé at the altar, Auburn McGinnis is on the run, trying to figure out how to hold on to her family's perfume company.The rough-and-tumble stranger who just showed up with a baby girl in tow could be the hired gun–and protector–she needs. At first, all Dillinger wanted was to get back to his ranch. But with the resourceful, enchanting Auburn in his life, the twenty-first century is looking better and better.Have they both found what they're looking for? A love that transcends time?

Mistletoe, Miracles and Matchmaking! The Sheriff Who Found Christmas by Marie Ferrarella Now that Sheriff Garrett Tanner is guardian of his niece, Lani Chisholm is more determined than ever to get the sexy Scrooge into the holiday spirit. With a heart the size of Texas, the ex-big-city cop has more than enough love for Garrett and his little girl. And with some unexpected help from a tree hunt and a missing angel, a certain Western lawman just may discover his own Christmas miracle…. A Rancho Diablo Christmasby Tina Leonard Trading kisses under the mistletoe is not what brought Johnny Donovan to Rancho Diablo. After all, he’s a diehard bachelor—and Jess St. John’s the most undomesticated woman in New Mexico. Then why does the petite horse trainer fill Johnny with such heart-soaring holiday spirit? The plan was to outsmart the Callahan matchmakers. Only, now it’s Johnny who’s hankering to get Jess to say yes. What’s a love-charmed Santa to do?

Three Little Callahans! You could knock Rafe Callahan over with a feather. He and the very prim, very proper Judge Julie Jenkins are having triplets! Rafe doesn’t expect their precious news to end the bad blood between the Callahans and Jenkinses. And as for saving his family’s New Mexico ranch, with three brothers married off, Rafe’s in fourth place.But that doesn’t stop the die-hard bachelor from proposing—feud or no feud. Julie always had a soft spot for the long, lean cowboy. But Rafe’s still a Callahan, and if she says “I do,” she’ll be dealing with an army of bad-tempered in-laws and out-laws. Rafe’s promised her it wouldn’t be forever—just until their baby girls are born.That doesn’t stop the mother-to-be from dreaming of a future at Rancho Diablo—with Rafe as the happy father!

Last Callahan Standing? Defending his family’s New Mexico ranch against a hostile takeover is the only reason Sam Callahan would even consider getting married. With four of his brothers already happily hitched, the youngest Callahan could end up being the last bachelor standing.Unless Seton McKinley says yes…. Seton came home to Diablo to hang out her PI shingle. But the real reason is her unrequited crush on one hunky cowboy. The footloose charmer is proposing they make it legal–in name only!Of course she says no…until Sam flashes that infamous Callahan charm. Now the newlyweds are getting ready to become a family…of six! Fatherhood can change a man’s perspective, especially with quadruplets on the way.But nothing—not even the revelation of a shocker of a family secret—is going to change Sam’s feelings for Seton…and their three baby girls and boy!

“Holy Smokes. I'm A Father.” Sabrina McKinley broke Jonas’s heart when she left him for another man. Then the eldest Callahan brother gets the surprise of his life when he sees her again…holding his son. Even at six months, his bouncing baby boy was wearing the legendary Callahan smile!Which means Sabrina has got to marry him, even if Jonas has to drag her to the altar. Sabrina’s been head over heels for the hunky cowboy doctor since the day she first came to Rancho Diablo, but it’s always been Jonas keeping her at arm’s length.She won’t settle for anything less than the real deal—the love and happiness that Jonas’s five brothers have found. But when a revelation about a family secret comes out, Sabrina can see Jonas is ready to look toward the future. He won’t be the last bachelor on the ranch. After all, he’s a Callahan!

"If you're selling something, I'm not buying, cowboy.” Not the warmest words of welcome for Gage Phillips, who’s just been named overseer of Dark Diablo ranch. On top of that, the Texas rover recently found out he’s a father. The last thing he needs is a woman ordering him around, not to mention driving him crazy with desire…especially now that he’s thinking about mending his footloose ways.Ireland seems a long way from Chelsea’s new life on the Callahans’ New Mexico spread. Which now includes a teenage girl and her father–the raffish Texas cowboy with the slow, easy grin who’s throwing temptation squarely in Chelsea’s path! But a proposal? Gage surprises even himself with that one.It’s strictly business–so Chelsea can get her citizenship. Or maybe not. Because as far as Gage is concerned she’s already hooked one ready and willing renegade!

Soldier. Cowboy. Father. Husband? Hired to work the Callahan brothers’ New Mexico spread, Shaman Phillips doesn’t know what to do about the stunning blonde he finds on his porch…except haul her into his arms. Turns out Tempest Thornbury wants to share more than just the returning soldier’s out-of-this-world kisses. She wants to have Shaman’s baby! Tempest came home to turn her not-so-hot past into a better future.The sexy, broody military man’s bringing that dream one step closer to reality—she’s got twin boys on the way. At Shaman’s insistence, she agrees to marry him…and remain his lawful wife for one year after their sons are born.But once he’s officially a father, Shaman can’t let Tempest head back to Hollywood. It’s time for this lonesome cowboy to join the ranks of those Callahans cowboys—and open a new chapter in all their lives!

When New York billionaire John Carruth is summoned to No Chance, Texas, to save the local rodeo, he has no idea he is going home. Now the long-lost twin to the town''s favorite son is determined to win over the people he left behind—and capture the heart of Chloe Winters, a Texan who has her own ideas of what it means to be part of a small town!Jake Fitzgerald, champion bull rider, didn''t know he had another half. John may be kin, but he''s still a stranger in these parts. With his billionaire brother hell-bent on changing Jake''s world, Jake knows he has to take a stand. Will he choose family—or will he take a chance on Erin O''Donovan, a woman who has always meant family to him?

Untamed hearts discover the gifts of love and family in this anthology featuring two contemporary Western holiday romances.The Sheriff Who Found Christmas by Marie FerrarellaFormer big city cop Lani Chisholm is determined to get Sheriff Garrett Tanner in the holiday spirit—especially since the sexy Scrooge became guardian to his niece. With a heart the size of Texas, Lani has more than enough love for Garrett and his little girl. And with some unexpected help from a tree hunt and a missing angel, a certain Western lawman just may discover his own Christmas miracle . . . A Rancho Diablo Christmas by Tina LeonardTrading kisses under the mistletoe is not what brought Johnny Donovan to Rancho Diablo. After all, he’s a diehard bachelor—and Jess St. John’s the most undomesticated woman in New Mexico. Then why does the petite horse trainer fill Johnny with such heart-soaring holiday spirit? The plan was to outsmart the Callahan matchmakers. Only, now it’s Johnny who’s hankering to get Jess to say yes. What’s a love-charmed Santa to do?

In a tiny Texas town, the old folks were determined to trigger a population explosion!And sexy out-of-towner Jake Maddox was the answer to their prayers. No woman could resist his masculine appeal. Plus, he had "commitment" written all over him: a little boy to raise and a hankering to set down roots. A wife raffle was just the solution to their population problem.Except Mary van Doorn, the elected—only eligible—"intended," didn''t cotton to that. With the responsibility of six younger sisters, she''d never known romance and wasn''t looking for any. But relentless matchmaking, Jake''s all-male pursuit and her own feminine need were a hard combination to resist in such a small town. She found herself wanting Jake and a life with him, but was she more than a convenient candidate for wife?

A man of honor always protects the woman he lovesCord Greer was one such man. Tessa Draper had been his brother''s woman, but no matter how it broke his heart, Cord would do whatever it took to keep her safe. Even marry her in name only.Tessa was pregnant and alone, and her life—as well as Cord''s—was threatened. Marriage provided them temporary security—and the ultimate temptation. As danger closed in, was it fear that drove Tessa into Cord''s arms—or something more than Cord had dared to hope for?A Crookseye Canyon Story: A small town full of strong men and women—and love as everlasting as the wide Texas sky.

Texas Tough…And Christmas Tender Christmas Baby Blessingsby Tina Leonard Ranger Seagal West is back in Bridesmaid’s Creek, Texas, on bodyguard duty with his soon-to-be ex Capri Snow. And what a body to guard: to his surprise, she’s carrying twin babies. His babies. Capri is as irresistible and stubborn as ever. So how can Seagal convince Capri they all belong together — and not just for Christmas? The Christmas Rescue by Rebecca Winters A slippery road, a speeding car…and Texas Ranger Flynn Patterson finds a baby lying helpless in the snow. As he comforts the boy, Flynn’s heart turns over. He’ll never stop grieving his own lost family. But he can take care of this little guy, and his desperate mother. No matter how Andrea Sinclair pushes him away, Flynn knows the safest place for the fugitives this Christmas is his own, lonely home. But will they stay?

A Lonesome Cowboy Finds His Destiny Former Navy SEAL Sloan Callahan lives by his own rules, free and alone. But now urgent family business brings Sloan and his brothers and sister to New Mexico—and the cousins he’d never met. That isn’t all he finds on Rancho Diablo, where a petite blonde is about to completely upend Sloan’s world.As the liaison between the two branches of the Callahan clan, Kendall Phillips’ job description doesn’t include being bossed around by one ex-military cowboy. It’s hard enough to concentrate with the sparks she and Sloan are creating together.Now the sexy rebel has two more lives to safeguard: the baby boys Kendall’s carrying. No way is Sloan allowing danger to touch Kendall and the twins. His new mission: To protect his loved ones as he gets ready to change the course of Callahan destiny forever!

“Marry me, Taylor.” Those aren’t the three little words Taylor Waters longs to hear from her crush, Falcon Chacon Callahan. The whole town knows the soldier-turned-rancher just needs a bride to inherit the coveted spread north of Rancho Diablo. Taylor wants more—even if Falcon is the hottest cowboy this side of the New Mexico border, which he proves one crazy, passionate night!Family has always come first for Falcon, so when he finds out Taylor is pregnant with his baby, he declares a brand new mission: to stand and fight for what’s his. It will take maneuvering through some dangerous situations—and that legendary Callahan charm—to make Diablo’s best girl fall in love with him. But to have his ranch at stake is one thing…what about his heart?

Marriage isn’t in Dante Callahan’s short-term plans. But Ana St. John is! After the gorgeous nanny bodyguard—and woman of his fantasies—turns the tables and seduces him, Dante is suddenly corralling his inner wild man. Now Ana is having his baby…and refusing to say “I do!” There’s no denying Ana’s powerful feelings for Dante.But is the footloose rancher—and the hottest cowboy in New Mexico–ready to hang up his spurs for married life? According to the legend of the magic wedding dress, he’s not. Dante’s not one to fool with family lore.But he’s got to provide a major Cinderella moment to win over his prospective bride. He may be crazy for pulling out all stops to get Ana to marry him – but that’s part of the fun of being a Callahan!

Tighe Callahan is wild and free as the wind, until he starts chasing the beautiful River Martin. After he catches her – in a midnight seduction he’ll never forget—Tighe learns he’s about to become a daddy…three times over! Not even an ornery bull can stop him from making River and their babies-to-be his. Standing down isn’t in River’s vocabulary. Tighe can insist on doing the honorable thing all he wants—she isn’t tying the knot until the cowboy says he loves her. Only now her wounded warrior’s on some dangerous, life-changing quest. Tighe’s finally ready to heed the message of his ancestors: Defend his land and claim his woman. Because it’s never too late to become the Callahan he was destined to be!

Becoming a husband and family man in the middle of a raging land feud isn’t the destiny Galen Callahan saw for himself. But once he laid eyes on Rose Carstairs, he knew the bouncy blond with the warrior heart was his future.Now, with Rancho Diablo under siege, the eldest Callahan sibling will do whatever it takes to protect his new wife and triplets. Except Rose refuses to be protected! No husband of hers can stop her from fighting by his side while keeping their newborn sons out of the line of fire. With Callahan lives and legacy on the line, Galen has a new mission: To vanquish a dangerous enemy and bring his family together in time for Christmas!