First Kiss at Christmas


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"Lee Tobin McClain's books make my heart sing."—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author On the Chesapeake Bay, you don’t need mistletoe for the perfect Christmas kiss… Not many women still have “first kiss” on their Christmas list, but somehow Kayla Harris is permanently in the friend zone with men. So when veteran Tony DeNunzio shows up in her preschool classroom with his nephew, Jax, her focus is solely on helping the troubled little boy adjust. But as Tony takes on a volunteer role at the school, she can’t help noticing his softer side is as appealing as his rugged male presence. Tony will do anything to make Jax's first Christmas without his mom a happy one. And that includes spending more time than is typical with the teacher who’s drawn Jax out of his shell. Beautiful and kindhearted, Kayla makes Tony long for family and a happiness he doesn’t think he deserves. But with the magic of Christmas in the air, a first kiss might lead them both to a forever love. Don’t miss Forever on the Bay, the next book in The Off Season series by Lee Tobin McClain, where safe harbor and new beginnings await on the Chesapeake Bay. The Off Season Series Book 1 - Cottage at the Beach Book 2 - Reunion at the Shore Book 3 - Christmas on the Coast Book 4 - Home to the Harbor Book 5 - First Kiss at Christmas Book 6 - Forever on the Bay




Froggy's First Kiss


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Froggy thinks the new girl in class, Frogilina, is the cutest frog he?s ever seen. He can?t even concentrate when she?s around. When Frogilina smiles at him through the monkey bars, Froggy falls smack on his head -- bonk! A mere glance from her makes his insides all soft and wiggly, like he?s had caterpillars for breakfast. With Valentine?s Day just a week away Froggy really wants to know?could this be love??A fun-for-all, tongue-tangling, giggle-getting,?flap,? ?bonk,? ?slam? of a rousing read-aloud.??School Library Journal for Let?s Go, Froggy!




One Christmas Kiss in Notting Hill


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A feel-good festive romance to curl up with this Christmas 'Magical, heart-melting fiction at its best!' Samantha Tonge ***** Imagine the perfect Christmas Kiss... His strong arms around her waist, her hands on his face, the snow slowly starts to fall... It’s enough to make Isla Winters cringe! While her sister can’t get enough of this – increasingly common – sight on the streets of London, Isla’s too busy trying to stop Hannah’s wheelchair from slipping on the ice, and making sure she’s not too late to her dream job at Breekers International. But everything changes with the arrival of Chase Bryan, fresh from the New York office. He’s eager to learn everything about Isla’s beloved Notting Hill, but as the nights get colder, will cosying up to him come at a price? A fun, festive feel-good read perfect for fans of Heidi Swain's Sleigh Rides and Silver Bells at the Christmas Fair and Erin Green's A Christmas Wish ***** Readers LOVE One Christmas Kiss in Notting Hill 'I absolutely loved this book. The storyline and characters were wonderful. Chic lit at its finest' Emma 'A really really enjoyable Christmassy tale with lots of festive cheer' Stacey 'Mandy Baggot is the queen of the festive story' Steph 'Notting Hill at Christmas time is the perfect setting' Noemi 'A fabulous page turner' Avid Reader 'Christmas romance at its very best' Annie




The First Kiss of Spring


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A successful businesswoman returns to her hometown, where she pursues a sexy mechanic with a tragic past.




A Ration Book Christmas Kiss: a Ration Book novella


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A Ration Book series novella to warm the heart-strings on a cold winter's day. When the local girls' school gets bombed out in December of 1942, Michael Brogan and his friends are forced to share classes with the young ladies of Stepney Green. And when Michael meets Jane in one of those lessons, he knows it's the best thing that has ever happened to him. He may only be 12, but he'll love Jane forever. Unsure of Jane's feelings, Michael decides to ask her to his church Christmas dance. But Jane's father has other ideas, and so does the Luftwaffe. As the bombs rain down on London's East End, Michael starts to wonder if he will ever get the chance to prove his love. Will this be the year he gets a Christmas kiss? Jean Fullerton, the queen of the East End saga, returns with a wonderful new nostalgic novel.




A Joy-Filled Christmas


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Christmas is just around the corner, and nurse, Maria Marquez, faces her first holiday feeling lonely. She grieves the recent loss of her beloved sister, Liz. Burying herself in work and volunteering keeps her grief at bay while she seeks solace in familiar surroundings. When an unexpected bundle of Joy shows up on her doorstep, Maria’s secure little world tilts on its axis.. Maria’s search for Joy’s father leads her to the smoldering ex-soldier, Nick Laus, who’s very hands-on. It isn’t long and Maria and Nick discover sparks between them that won’t be ignored. While Maria’s main concern is establishing stability for Joy, Nick has other plans. Maria fights her attraction to the very persistent Nick, but how long can she resist his holiday cheer and feverish kisses? As Maria battles the elderly meddling match-maker Daisy, while struggling to resist delectable Nick and his ever-present touch, will her defense against heartache defeat her desire to be loved? When Nick relents; resigning himself to only friendship, will it be enough to satisfy Maria? As the Christmas season closes in on her, Maria discovers the value of community and selfless love, and that happiness and Joy are something to be shared.




Missing Christmas


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ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE ANTHOLOGY A SNOWY LITTLE CHRISTMAS! From the acclaimed author of Love Lettering comes another unforgettable story of modern love, as Mother Nature steps in to help turn two friends into much more . . . It’s all work and no play for longtime friends-turned-business-partners Kristen and Jasper—until an unexpected kiss turns things personal. Will it mean the end of something, or the beginning? With a major contract in the balance, Christmas around the corner, and a lot of unspoken feelings, it may take an unpredictable blizzard in New England to seal the deal . . . PRAISE FOR KATE CLAYBORN “I can’t wait for the whole world to fall in love with Love Lettering!” —Jasmine Guillory, New York Times bestselling author of The Proposal “Love Lettering is . . . a novel of lush complexity, one bursting with humor, a tender melancholy, and meditations on love, friendship, and life any reader can find solace and inspiration in.” —A+, Entertainment Weekly




The Nurse's Christmas Hero


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Has the boy who broke her heart… Become the man to mend it? Widowed nurse Shona has returned to the safety and familiarity of her Scottish childhood home. Getting roped into playing Chief Elf to lifeboat crew leader Alasdair’s Santa wasn’t part of the plan, but his delicious smile has the power to tempt her out of her comfort zone… She still hasn’t forgiven the reformed bad boy for once breaking her heart—could he now be the one to rebuild it? “Reunion with His Surgeon Princess a sweet and exciting royal romance story. Author Karin Baine has a spell-binding way with her writing. I could visualize the story as it unfolded on the pages. She also did a marvelous job of bringing these two characters together for their happy ever after despite their emotional baggage. Highly recommended for all readers of medical romance.” -Goodreads “Their One-Night Twin Surprise is an absolutely adorable story with all the emotions and tensions. Author Karin Baine weaved this story of betrayal, friendship, loneliness, love and family amid the medical drama in a spell-binding way to the pages.” -Goodreads




Damien's Christmas


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A Christmas message—warning of the next big attack on US soil—needs the comfort of a pastrami on rye. “Top Pick of the Month” – Night Owl Reviews Cornelia Day, still overwhelmed by her first week as the new Presidential Chief of Staff, needs help and she needs it fast. Damien Feinman leads the Situation Room management team. He is definitely falling for the frosty Cornelia Day. And he absolutely needs a pastrami sandwich from Katz’s Deli to make it through the holidays. When a Christmas message from an unfriendly foreign power warns of destruction, only together can Damien and Cornelia unravel the message before it becomes lethal. [Can be read stand-alone or in series. A complete happy-ever-after with no cliffhangers. Originally published in “The Night Stalkers White House” series in 2016. Re-edited 2022 but still the same great story.] Buy now and celebrate the Christmas holidays.




Sleigh Ride: Three sexy stories to warm your Christmas nights


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Three gorgeously sexy, romantic Christmas stories to spice up your winter nights! ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS - by Olivia Harvey Sometimes the best presents just can't wait to be unwrapped .... Ella is dreading Christmas. She vowed to change her life this year, and although breaking up with her boring boyfriend was the first step, she's been too scared to take the next. But then, when working at a Christmas party, Ella meets Joe. The attraction is instant. And, as the snow piles up - and Ella and Joe's clothes come off - Ella realises that maybe all she wants for Christmas is Joe after all... LAST CHRISTMAS - by Harriet Reuter Hapgood It's the sexiest time of the year ... Incurable romantic Candy is determined to ace her big end-of-term Cambridge essay, but with a classful of emos and a professor keen to see her darker side, she is going to need a crash course in misanthropy. Cue the posting of an ad looking for a professional pessimist who can help; and cue the appearance of gorgeous Scottish Jamie one snowy Cambridge night, who is surely the one to give her lessons in being cynical - and maybe lessons in something else too ... UNDER THE MISTLETOE - by Kate Kingsley Kissing is just the beginning... New Yorker Ness is decidely not thrilled at the prospect of spending time with her dad in the English countryside over Christmas. Spending the festive period with a bunch of sheep and cows is not Ness's idea of a good time. Until, a major distraction presents itself in the form of Dominic Dumont. There's something about him that Ness just finds irresistible ... the only problem is, he's arrogant, selfish and reckless. Or is there more to Dominic than meets the eye?