When mystery author D. B. Ziegler is late delivering her book, Abi Schore steps in to help. Surely she can give her favorite author moral support over the holiday break and get the manuscript to her boss at Tea & Sympathy Publishing in time for the new year. When Abi shows up on Ms. Ziegler’s doorstep bearing holiday treats, she’s met by the author’s handsome grandson Dov, who reveals a startling plot twist. His grandmother isn’t able to finish the book and Dov promised he’d complete it so fans won’t be disappointed—a task that’s harder than he ever imagined.

Two little girls stand with their heads bowed in my living room. I’m told they’re my granddaughters. Daisy is nine, and Alice seven. Daisy is the spitting image of her mother. This is the first time I’ve met them since my daughter and I fell out after she married that waste of space, Vince. They’ve come to live with me because their mother — my daughter — was murdered. In her own home while they slept close by. I think Vince killed her. But the police can’t prove it. I’ve always known he was no good. He treated my daughter like dirt. I said he’d cheat on her — but she wouldn’t listen.

There's no place like home for the holidays ... especially for Lesley Carver. Life in the big city just wasn't her jam and now she's back in Hickory Falls, working at the family diner and helping her mom after she took a tumble. Lesley longs to build a life here, working at the cafe, selling her handmade ornaments and ... er, apparently reviving her high school crush on her best friend’s older brother. Only one problem, her mom wants her to leave Hickory Falls far behind.

Tilly Farriday isn’t feeling very jolly this season. Recently divorced and broke, she’s squatting in one of her rental agency’s properties until her new home is ready. The sprinkles on top of the burnt Christmas cookie that is her life? The new owner shows up early, forcing Tilly to hide in the attic to save her job…and what remains of her dignity.

First published in 1843, it tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean and unpleasant man who dislikes people generally and Christmas especially. One Christmas Eve he is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come and given a glimpse of the many homes and lives which Scrooge has touched in his wretched life to date. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.

It’s 1984, and life has changed beyond recognition. Airstrip One, formerly known as Great Britain, is a place where Big Brother is always watching, and nobody can hide. Except, perhaps, for Winston Smith. Whilst working at the Ministry of Truth, rewriting history, he secretly dreams of freedom. And in a world where love and sex are forbidden, where it’s hard to distinguish between friend and foe, he meets Julia and O’Brien and vows to rebel.

Clark Griswold was onto something...at least with his annual holiday meltdown. And since the last three weeks of my life have been riddled with humbug—another breakup, a broken toe, an office promotion I deserved and didn’t get—I’m not at all in the mood to celebrate nor have the happ, happ, happiest Christmas EVER.

My fiancé brought me tea and scrambled eggs in bed that morning, and we snuggled together, talking about buying our rings, and about our perfect wedding next year. Then we headed into town. He held my hand and gazed at the ring I liked best, a smile spreading slowly over his face. Then a glass of bubbly to celebrate. I felt flushed, excited and ready for the rest of my life with the man I loved. We race to get on the train home. It screams to a halt and I run towards its open doors. Made it. I think he’s right behind me — but when I turn around, he’s gone.

Lucas knows the perfect night entails just three things: video games, wine, and pad thai. Peanuts are a must! Other people? Not so much. Why complicate things when he’s happy alone? Then one day the apartment board, a vexing trio of authority, rings his doorbell. And Lucas’s solitude takes a startling hike. They demand to see his frying pan. Someone left one next to the recycling room overnight, and instead of removing the errant object, as Lucas suggests, they insist on finding the guilty party. But their plan backfires. Colossally.

Johnnie Rico never really intended to join up—and definitely not the infantry. But now that he’s in the thick of it, trying to get through combat training harder than anything he could have imagined, he knows everyone in his unit is one bad move away from buying the farm in the interstellar war the Terran Federation is waging against the Arachnids. Because everyone in the Mobile Infantry fights. And if the training doesn’t kill you, the Bugs are more than ready to finish the job.

Justin Queller loves being a rescue agent for the Wild Animal Protection Agency. He’s living the life most people dream of in a Central Coast of California small town. Perfect weather, catching rays while surfing, and rescuing beach mammals: what more could he ask for? Kylie Mortinson is studying marine biology at California's prestigious state university. During one of her assignments at the university’s research pier, she finds a wounded baby seal trapped between some rocks. When Kylie calls the Wild Animal Protection Agency for assistance, she's instantly attracted to the rescue ...

A firefighter wanting to finally take his chance on the girl that got away, a CEO wanting to prove she’s over her ex, and the set of fires and fake engagement that bring them together. Firefighter Brock Sanders is happy with his life teaching new trainees and performing search and rescue for Disaster City. But when his team is called to help with a fire in his hometown, he’s surprised when he rescues his former roommate’s girlfriend. She still looks as good as ever, and he can’t help but remember all the times he wished she had been dating him. Now, no one is standing in his way of ...

The full collection of the exciting Wild Animal Protection Agency series! Come be a part of the adventure, danger, and heartfelt moments with the Wild Animal Protection Agency, where brave men and women work alongside each other all over the world, to do the most risky job of all — rescue injured and endangered wild animals. Simmering with suspense, intrigue and heart-stopping romance, these six books will keep you turning the pages to their stunning happily-ever-afters! Rescue Agent for Dana Rescue Agent for Sarah Rescue Agent for Kylie Rescue Agent for Josette Rescue Agent for Margo ...

Marco D’Amato was deep undercover as an informant on one of the biggest cases of his career: taking down the elusive drug lord, Juan Espinoza. He had infiltrated the gang and was part of the top echelon – only to have everything fall apart around him at the worst time… Carmen Hill knew the dark-haired man was trouble. People didn’t act suave, speak, or walk with that arrogant swagger, unless they knew they could back it up… and Marco? Well, Marco could certainly hold his own… despite her bumbling attempts to say hello to the handsome man, and her horrific timing! Couldn’t he? ...

A new fire rescue officer needing to prove his place on the team, a model struggling to make a career, and a fire that brings the high school loner back into the life of his secret crush. Clark Voclain is a a skilled fire rescue officer and after finishing training at the Disaster City Search and Rescue Academy, he and his K9 partner are offered a permanent position. When they're assigned to help with a structure fire at the largest mall in all of Texas, he's surprised to find out that his high school crush is reported missing in the fire. Roselyn Lewis just got the biggest modeling gig of ...

Keeping cool under pressure… Vulcanologist Carrie Muldoon was bursting at the chance to study the active volcano onsite. After being stuck behind the scenes forever, this was the opportunity of a lifetime. There have already been a few minor eruptions to ease the massive amount of pressure stewing below the surface, but when new readings tell a different story? She comes face-to-face with a very irate duo insisting she leave immediately! A little hot under the collar… Paul Norcott was tired of death and so much destruction. He was always called upon to do the one job that others dreaded...

Brody Stillwell grew up in South Africa, but his parents moved back to the U.S. when he was a teenager. Ever since he left, he missed the majestic beauty and the friendliness of the people in the captivating land. Two years ago, when the chance to return as a rescue agent with the Wild Animal Protection Agency presented itself, he accepted without hesitation. He’s proud of his excellent track-record of repelling poachers, but now his perfect streak is threatened when a group of criminals are targeting a herd of elephants. When Sarah Foster booked an African safari tour as her next ...

Firefighter Anthony Martel and his son need a fresh start.. He hopes moving across the country will help them escape their haunted past. It’s not easy getting over the loss of his wife, especially when Anthony has his five-year-old son to raise on his own. He flees to Faith Valley seeking a fresh start for himself and his young son. Little does he know, the small town holds dark secrets and a gorgeous brunette who tempts him into abandoning his vow of singlehood. But as he begins to unravel the rumors surrounding her past and her ties to the wealthy West family, Anthony questions if she ...

An ex-Army ranger needing a change, a local reporter writing a story on the academy, and a natural disaster that they both get trapped in. Marco Fernandez just finished up his last deployment with the Army. When his best friend offers him a job, he jumps at the opportunity to leave the stress of military life behind him and focus on training the next generation. That’s why he’s irritated when a smart and spunky reporter comes charging into his life, wanting to know way more about his past then he’s prepared to share. Susan Chandler knows that her feature on the elite search and rescue...

Love is fickle, love is… blind? Michael Stevens was the picture-perfect officer who did everything by the book. If the department needed someone trustworthy, loyal, and honorable—he was your guy! So, what was it about Miss Kimberly Randall that had him suddenly breaking all the rules? Kimmy was tired of saying, ‘I can’t’… Being blind had been both a blessing and a curse… especially right now. The moment that Officer Stevens walked into her life, reading Kimmy her rights, it was downhill from there. There was no more hesitation, no fear of the unknown any longer. She was ‘all...