The Death of a 10-Year-Old Boy is a heartbreaking, once-in-a-generation novel about a man who takes his dying son on a hunt for a bear that's killed two people. The man wants the boy to see something in life beyond school and sports, beyond everything he's ever known. Ultimately the book is about what's left when we're facing the end: what are we and what does it mean to be alive?

Fans of Hallmark movies featuring quirky characters will enjoy this silly and heartwarming romantic comedy. “Such a fun romp…” Goodreads Reviewer, 5 Stars A perfect day... Beck O’Brien is on a roll. Business is good, he’s about to marry a dependable woman who he’ll grow to love, and soon he’ll be picking up a prize filly for his stable. His life feels--secure. Until Kitty steps in… Kitty Summer has always looked out for her younger sisters. Today she may have taken that protection a little too far, but goal achieved. The wedding of convenience is off! All would be fine ...

He’s a playboy. She’s an heiress. They had a one-night-stand and now she’s marrying his brother. Maigne never imagined she’d become friends with Garcia—'Kalleraya’s prodigal son,’ aka ‘the Romulo bastard,’ aka her high school crush—especially not while on sabbatical from being a Kalleraya socialite. Garcia never imagined a Kalleraya heiress would be like Maigne. She was sweet and responsible, and for someone who did not need to work, she had the work ethic of a sole breadwinner for a family of five. After they burned brightly for one night, Garcia found out Maigne had ...

A newly promoted vice president falls for her bodyguard, a match her billionaire family will never approve of. Bailey Maddox is anxious to prove herself to her hard-to-please family of billionare executives. Since dating her bodyguard isn't likely to impress them, she fights her growing attraction to him. Former Special Forces weapons sergeant Don Kappelman is in the business of serving and protecting. He's honored to be tasked with guarding the stunning new vice president of DRAW Corporation, though he understands whatever is simmering between them can go nowhere — including their very ...

Review of Book One, Dead End: "A Page Turner! A perfect curl-up-with-a-cuppa-something hot-and-read-until-you-get-to-the-last-page mystery. Real, honest and believable characters, good dialogue, with detail enough for great settings. And every good murder mystery needs a Wally!" Dead End: A Kaitlyn Willis Mystery by Leslie J. Hall What if Stephanie Plum worked with the cast of “Parks and Recreation”? Kaitlyn Willis’s job as a Code Enforcement Officer usually involves writing tickets for untrimmed trees and cars parked on the suburban lawns of Cedar Grove, Washington. But when she ...

One wild LA hookup turned into a fake relationship. Now I’m pregnant—and the hottie who friend-zoned me has no clue I’m falling for real. Meet Gavin Austin: a sinfully gorgeous demigod with sculpted cheekbones and a body that makes me forget my own name. When I heard he was newly single, I couldn’t stop picturing all the wicked things I’d let him do to me. It was just a fantasy... until his ex came crawling back. So I stepped in, took his hand, and claimed him as mine. It’s all supposed to be pretend—until his thumb grazes my cheek, our mouths hover a breath apart, and he ...

After an incident involving a mob of sheep, Blaise Johns finds himself needing to make amends with the bold and feisty Dusty Miller. But how does one make amends with a woman who’s intent on busting your balls? When the country and city collide, an explosion of differences rocks the foundation of their lives, forcing them to face the future in unplanned ways. When hearts bond, can Blaise give up the city life for the country? And can Dusty stop fighting long enough to fall in love?

A charming and heartwarming romance, set in the breathtaking Brecon Beacons of Wales. Think Emmerdale meets Bridget Jones! Amy's world has fallen apart. Homeless and heartbroken after sacrificing her career for a cheating boyfriend, she’s sworn off men for good. When she's offered the use of quaint Well Cottage for six months, it feels like a lifeline—a chance to start over. Divorced architect Drew Giles and his farmer father believe they’re cursed when it comes to love— life has proven that time and again. Drew meeting an annoying new neighbour, who has already stolen his dog's ...

He's sworn to protect her, but can he guard his own heart? Ella I thought I had my life figured out—work hard, take care of my sister, and keep my head down. But when my ex started harassing me, I felt trapped and afraid. That is, until August Ford, the town's brooding, sexy-as-sin, most eligible bachelor stepped in with an offer I couldn't refuse: marry him, and he'll keep me safe. With his chiseled jaw, piercing gray eyes, and a body that looks like it was carved from marble, August is the man of every woman's dreams—including mine. But at twenty years my senior, I always thought he ...

Silver Medalist Global Book Awards - Mystery / Women Sleuths Winner PenCraft Award for Literary Excellence - Fiction / Mystery / Sleuths "Once again, Chappell delivers!" –The American ReporterWrenn Grayson’s first summer as archivist for the Foundling Historical Society and Museum begins as unsettlingly as the electrical storms that plague Havens, Ohio. On her initial assignment, she investigates Madelaine Manor and its deceased owner, Hollis Bronwyn Jenner. Hollis blazed a trail in the late-1910s as a women’s rights activist. Her past is shadowed by World War I and the belief she ...

A witch’s mission to find her sister’s killer leads to otherworldly dangers. When Hazel Goode’s search for a murderer lands her in Shadow Hollow, she thinks the strangest thing there is herself. But this little midwestern town has been collecting supernatural creatures for centuries, and the arrival of one more could shatter the paranormal veil. Corwin doesn’t plan to disclose he’s a vampire. After all, vampires are supposed to be extinct. But when he enlists Hazel’s help to solve a mystery – the same mystery she is trying to solve…but for a very different reason – his ...

Surfing gold was my only goal—until an ex-SEAL billionaire heir became my ride-or-die. I spent the night with a stranger. Not that... My Jeep careened out of control. Jaime Hendricks came running down the beach, half-naked, to save me. He’s tanned, muscled to perfection, with mesmerizing ocean-blue eyes. I should have left in the morning but didn’t. He’s one hot distraction. By day I competitively surf. By night, his body is my surfboard, and I ride the highest waves. Now the competition’s turned dangerous—sabotage, kidnapping, betrayal. I don’t need a hero. I need a bodyguard...

"This is small town romance at its best!” Brook I meet the hottest man I’ve ever seen, and I ugly cry on him. And when I say ugly cry, I mean the whole deal: streaky mascara, puffy eyes, and snot everywhere. Totally embarrassing. And confirmation that my life is officially a hot mess. I’ve inherited my mother’s dog hotel. The building needs repairs, we’re in debt, and my sisters have descended on the house, leaving it a noisy, chaotic mess. Then along comes Owen, making me laugh and cry and tingle all over. But when I find out his secret, I’m devastated. I want nothing more to ...

AWARD WINNER - 2024 The Incipere Awards - 2nd Place (Clean Romance) *Ain't no spice here. This is a kisses-only sweet romantic comedy.* Rule #1: Never fall in love on vacation in Italy. Any romantic notions of being an artist and finding true love are in the trash. After kissing Gianni on a bridge in Florence, he left me waiting. And waiting. My vacay is over, so I fly back to NYC, heartbroken. I guess you could say I’m stuck in that gelato-sweet moment. All I have are foolish teenage memories and a painting that Gianni gave me. Oh, well. Then, the New York art gallery, where I work, gets...

He saved her from her stalker, but he’s replacing him with a much more dangerous man—himself. Cervantes males mate for life, and usually through love at first sight. So when Zaid met Lauren Montes, he knew. But he’s not stupid. He couldn’t just abduct her and take her to church. He didn’t want to scare her. Zaid was undoubtedly dangerous and positively overbearing. Lauren shouldn’t be this turned on. How was it that everything he did was so hot? He even had a dog, who by the way, her dog was in love with! Honestly, those two fell in love the moment they met... she kind of wished...