Living in a year around Christmas town has its drawbacks. The caroling, the decorations, the insanely cheery spirit, it never disappears. It's why I like to hibernate away in my cave - I mean housekeeping a healthy distance from the holly jolly spirits. And all was going according to plan until my nemesis, Storee Taylor, moved in next door to care for her Aunt Cindy. Without blinking, she turned my simple world into a real nightmare-before-Christmas, especially when she decided to enter the town Christmas Kringle contest - which she was determined to win.

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.

Lowen Ashleigh is a struggling writer on the brink of financial ruin when she accepts the job offer of a lifetime. Jeremy Crawford, husband of best-selling author Verity Crawford, has hired Lowen to complete the remaining books in a successful series his injured wife is unable to finish. Lowen arrives at the Crawford home, ready to sort through years of Verity's notes and outlines, hoping to find enough material to get her started. What Lowen doesn't expect to uncover in the chaotic office is an unfinished autobiography Verity never intended for anyone to read.

All newly minted pediatrician Jamie Malek wants is to borrow a roasting pan for Christmas dinner. Unfortunately, that requires her to interact with Marc—her best friend’s troublemaking brother, who’s now a tech billionaire. He’s the one who got away. She’s the one who broke his heart. Outside, a howling blizzard. Inside, a crackling fire. Suddenly, being snowbound with the man she never expected to see again might not be such a bad way to spend a winter’s night.

Five Years Earlier: Henry Dunne knows three things: that agreeing to host this raucous house party was a terrible idea, that he absolutely cannot show up to his nursing shift tomorrow with a hangover, and that the beautiful redhead in the corner will be sleeping in his bed tonight.

Evie Crowe is starting over in a strange town with her newborn, and men are the furthest thing from her mind. If only the quiet, hulking farmer, Luke Ward, would stop coming into the thrift shop and piquing her reluctant interest. Evie wants to stay single all the way—she can’t trust anything more than friends-with-holiday-benefits. But Luke is in it for the long haul. He’s fixed on making this a Christmas Evie will remember forever. If she gives him a chance.

Obituary writer Nadine Barbault doesn’t mind being called “Lady Death”. It suits the ice queen persona she’s cultivated to survive the fast-paced Toronto Herald. So when Nadine learns that famous (and reclusive) author Dot Voline has died, she doesn’t hesitate to run the obituary…only to discover that Dot is very much alive. Nadine’s screw-up has brought Wesley Chen of the rival Spear no end of joy—she’s been a thorn in his extremely ambitious side for years. But the renewed interest in Dot also surfaced chatter about a mysterious past scandal.

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.

After watching my mother succumb to a mysterious illness, I promised myself two things. I'd find the cure for what ravaged her and leave the godforsaken city where she abandoned me. Four years later, I received an acceptance letter from Dracadia University, one of the oldest most prestigious schools in the country. Nestled on a secluded island off the coast of Maine, it's rumored to be haunted by the souls of the mental patients exiled there centuries before, those whose bones are said to make up the island's white sandy shores. And restless ghosts aren't even its most daunting peculiarity.

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.

As a single mom, I don’t go for mob bosses. Four years ago, a one-night stand with a mystery man changed my life. I didn’t see his face during our night of passion, but he gave me the most precious present. My baby daughter. When I witness a mafia crime, my thoughts jump to my daughter. Who will protect her when I’m gone? Luckily for me, I’m rescued by Luca Martino. He’s a mafia boss with a chiseled jaw and broad shoulders. When this dark knight offers us his protection, I desperately say yes I plan to only share his penthouse. Most definitely not his bed. Luca is too dangerous, ...

Ryker Petrov is the enemy. He’s the devil. I must never ever fall for him. A librarian’s job is safe. Until said library goes up in flames. Just as my life flashes before my eyes, I’m rescued by him. Tall. Blond. Icy blue eyes. Others might mistake Ryker for an angel. But I know the truth. He’s the mafia. He’s the reason why my parents are dead. And now he has kidnapped me. I vow whatever it takes, I will escape. But the more I get to know Ryker, I realize he’s not a monster. With him, I feel safe for the first time. I try to ignore the pull I feel toward him. Until I can’t. ...

I’ve always gotten what I wanted—by force if necessary. Five years ago, I took Valentina’s virginity and left her behind, never looking back. She was just a means to an end, or so I thought. Now, our families are forcing us into an arranged marriage, and I’ll finally make her mine. But Valentina’s hiding more than just her defiance. There’s a secret she’s kept—a child I never knew existed. When I find out she’s pregnant again, my world shifts. For the first time, I want something more than power. I want her and the family she’s kept from me, and I’ll do whatever it ...

He’s twice my age, a billionaire, and shrouded in secrecy. I’m a tech graduate, waitressing until I get my career off the ground. Which happens much faster than expected when a mysterious billionaire offers me a job. Alex is the CEO of the largest construction firm in San Diego. This seems like a great opportunity, yet working with Alex is anything but smooth sailing. He’s grumpy and guarded. Everything’s hush hush.. And he makes it clear he doesn’t appreciate my sassiness. While we don’t like each other, the attraction between us is electric. It grows and grows until neither of...

I’m carrying a mobster's baby and he can never find out. I get the job done. Every. Single. Time. I never blow my cover. But with Alessandro boundaries are crossed as soon as I meet him. Handsome as sin, the six-foot-two billionaire makes my knees go weak. His chiseled jaw and expensive suit screams Alpha. Not only is he grump, the opposite of my sunny personality; but he is danger. Despite this, I find myself sharing a drink with him…and much more. His kisses leave a trail of scorching fire across my skin. But this night of passion will cost me dearly. Alessandro is part of the mafia. ...

For protection, my father orchestrates a fake marriage with a mob boss. Instead, it thrusts me into a deadly game of cat and mouse. Reese Bowman, the hunky, fierce mafia boss, is now my fake husband and the man who will take my virginity for real. On the second day of our ruse, a baby from his past appears on his doorstep. Add pretend mom to the act and the stakes couldn't be higher. Watching him command his dangerous world with ease, I fall hard. Despite his attempts to keep his distance, he can't keep his hands or his lips off me. When a long-lost enemy snatches me in the night, our ...

I'm getting married in a few months, and I just found out five minutes ago. My first reaction was, 'No thanks!' But it turns out that my fiancé is the powerful don of NYC, and 'no' is not an option. Christian D’Angelo is so gorgeous that his presence can kill, but he gladly does that with his bare hands. I happen to be a pawn in a dangerous game to settle my family’s debt. He thought he could possess me until he realized I would not be silenced. One thing led to another, and our banter turned to lust, turned to love, and turned into a positive pregnancy test. But I refuse to tell him ...

Kinsley When I signed up for the Wife for Hire Agency, I thought I was in for a simple arrangement. A temporary husband to fund my mother's medical research. It seemed easy enough. But when I met my soon-to-be spouse, I realize he’s no ordinary man. He is the mafia boss of the Pitucco crime family. Powerful, dangerous, and darkly seductive. I had walked away from him eleven years ago. I should be afraid of him, but instead, I find myself still drawn to him like I was years ago. He's a man who's used to taking what he wants, and now he wants me back. But can I handle the ...

Getting pregnant was not my plan. Especially not by my ex-fiance's brother. After I broke up with my menacing ex, I cut all ties with his family. But when his brother, Enzo Jovani, turns up wounded at my doorstep, I can’t turn him away. I bandage him up, much too aware of his muscular, tattooed body. I try to avoid his tempting, blue eyes. I’ve never felt a forbidden attraction like this. As soon as he leaves, I swear to get on with my life. But when I feel I’m being watched, Enzo is the only one I can turn to. I know the possessive alpha billionaire has a dark past. And yet his arms ...

Not only is he mafia and twice my age, but he’s also my dad's best friend. As the daughter of a mafia boss, NYC always felt safe. Until I was attacked. To keep me safe, my father orders me to stay with Ronan, his best friend. There’s just one problem. Ronan was my first crush. I did my best to stay away, given that he’s my father’s age and mafia. But now that I’m forced to be next to him, his intense grey eyes draw me in. His muscles taunt me, begging me to rip off his expensive suit. I should be afraid given that he’s my father's right hand. But I’m sure that underneath the ...

The police chief calls me a thug, but soon he’s going to be calling me his son-in-law. Chief Jackson knows not to mess with the Valenti family. When he tries to frame me for murder, I start plotting my revenge. The only person that hates the police chief more than me is his daughter. But she makes the perfect collateral. I’m going to take everything from the Chief, even his family line. When she’s pregnant with my baby, he’ll stop his useless investigations. Family means everything to me. And Calliope Jackson is my family from now on. Possessive Captor is the first book in The ...

The public labels me a Mafia monster, a man without a soul, and one hated by many. They're not wrong, and I'm not sorry for it. When my father orders me to marry a longtime enemy's daughter to settle a score between our families, she did what any smart woman with a beating heart would do. She ran. So, I hunted her down. She tries to negotiate for her freedom, but despite being inexplicably drawn to the deviant woman, I refuse her pitiful bribes with pleasure. I'll promise her freedom to get the answers I need, but I'll burn this city to the ground before I let her go.

They call me a monster. Murderous and hateful. Beautiful but broken. Nothing can calm the ever raging storm inside of me. As the ruthless leader of the Doubeck family, there is a certain standard of brutality, I have to uphold. Then I meet her. Beautiful, innocent, and so very afraid. Valentina is a rival family's daughter, and the little temptress has purposely tangled herself in my dark web. She seeks me out, needing my help, but the price for what she wants will be steep.

When I needed it most, my dad’s worst enemy became my protector, making me crave him more than my next breath…but he has no idea who I really am or that I carry his child. When a fateful plane crash leaves us stranded in the middle of nowhere, it becomes clear that billionaire Grayson Bennet doesn't recognize me. So, I give him a fake name to keep my identity hidden. Our families have been at each other's throats for longer than I can remember. I know I'm playing with fire by remaining in his company, but I can’t resist his lure. As we make our way back to a rescue, I often feel his ...

He saved me from war. Fed me when I was in too much pain to eat. Smuggled me and my family into America when it became too dangerous to stay. But, Nico didn't flee with us. While I began elementary school in the United States, he was building the greatest and toughest Mafia of the century. The Mafia Shqiptare. Nico is now king of all underground trades. Sexy. Aggressive. Brilliant. After years of nothing but silence, he's back in my life, ready to do whatever it takes to bring me into his universe.