Love suffers long and is kind… 1 Corinthians 13:4 “Why did I even come here for my vacation?” Charity Maxwell questions, initially regretting her trip home to Lewiston Springs for her Christmas vacation … that is until she finds out that an old flame is visiting too. With familiar emotions invading her heart, Charity desperately tries to keep her composure around a man with whom she shares a painful past. Determined to make right his wrong, Milton Grayson passionately pursues Charity regretful that he lost her once and determined to not let it happen again. As a reminiscent whirlwind romance ensues between them, the pressure builds on a meddling family member who secretly plotted to separate the pair in the past. Is their love true enough to withstand the evils that broke them apart the first time? Or will Charity’s anticipation of having a Christmas boyfriend suddenly be dashed to pieces? The Christmas Beau is the first book in The True Love Novellas series that shares the love of God in and out of season.

In a pair of classic Regency-era Christmas romance novels from New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh, the holidays herald the greatest gift of all: unexpected, all-consuming love. A CHRISTMAS BRIDE The very wealthy Edgar Downes has promised his aging father to finally take a bride—specifically, to wed a titled lady by Christmas. London is full of pretty, proper, and eligible misses, but it’s the widow Helena, Lady Stapleton, in a shocking red dress, who captures Edgar’s attention. Helena is intrigued by the seductive stranger—but he’s simply not in her class. Marriage, of course, would never do. But in a season of miracles, something wondrous is about to happen. CHRISTMAS BEAU Not even the warm, forgiving Christmas spirit can stop the Marquess of Denbigh from settling his score with Judith Easton: The beautiful young widow injured Denbigh’s pride years ago by jilting him for another man. Now that Judith is free from a nightmare marriage, the handsome marquess has her in his sights—and wants her in his arms. But to trust the tender words on his lips, Judith must not only see past the hardness of his heart, but learn once again to trust her own heart’s desire.

A widow fends off the advances of an old lover whose only motivation seems to be revenge

In a pair of classic Regency-era Christmas romance novels from New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh, the holidays herald the greatest gift of all: unexpected, all-consuming love. A CHRISTMAS BRIDE The very wealthy Edgar Downes has promised his aging father to finally take a bride—specifically, to wed a titled lady by Christmas. London is full of pretty, proper, and eligible misses, but it’s the widow Helena, Lady Stapleton, in a shocking red dress, who captures Edgar’s attention. Helena is intrigued by the seductive stranger—but he’s simply not in her class. Marriage, of course, would never do. But in a season of miracles, something wondrous is about to happen. CHRISTMAS BEAU Not even the warm, forgiving Christmas spirit can stop the Marquess of Denbigh from settling his score with Judith Easton: The beautiful young widow injured Denbigh’s pride years ago by jilting him for another man. Now that Judith is free from a nightmare marriage, the handsome marquess has her in his sights—and wants her in his arms. But to trust the tender words on his lips, Judith must not only see past the hardness of his heart, but learn once again to trust her own heart’s desire.

Garth Ahlstrom has decided to retire from being the foreman at Three Rivers Ranch, and that means one thing: A big party! Kelly Ackerman has been at Squire's side at Three Rivers Ranch for fifteen years, and she's fed a multitude of cowboys. With her son off at college now, she uses her nervous energy over Finn to organize a huge retirement-slash-Christmas party, and she and Squire invite all the other ranch owners from around Three Rivers. With an ugly sweater contest on the docket, as well as multiple Christmas trees, dancing, a plethora of food, and an appearance from both Mrs. and Santa Claus, the cowboys at Three Rivers Ranch brace themselves for the other cowboy families to arrive. Will Bear Glover win with his ugly sweater, which features a hood and a weathervane? With so many cowboys and babies at Shiloh Ridge Ranch now, surely one of them will win... Can Rhett Walker prep for his brother's fiftieth birthday party, decorate Seven Sons Ranch for the holidays, and support his wife as she deals with some difficult family news? No matter what, when Finn shows up a few days early with a girl his parents don't like, this Very Cowboy Christmas is sure to have some surprises on the agenda...including who the new foreman at Three Rivers Ranch will be! Read this brand new Christmas cowboy romance and family saga set in beloved Three Rivers and which leads to more contemporary western romance series yet to come!

A celebration of Christmas includes excerpts from the Gospels and classic literary works, carols, and reproductions of artwork dating from the Middle Ages to the present

"Guaranteed melt-your-heart romance."—Romancing the Book for Do or Die Cowboy Enjoy a down-home Texas cowboy Christmas! When handsome town sheriff Derrick Shelton meets Angelique Guillory and her young daughter at the Garrett ranch, he is immediately drawn to the woman who seems to desperately need a true family Christmas. Determined to erase the shadows from her eyes, he decides to give her the best holiday she's ever had. Angelique Guillory is a woman with a past, haunted by violence and searching for the family she never knew. When she and her little daughter find their way to the Garrett family and meet Derrick, she hopes to have finally found a safe haven. But Angelique is still looking over her shoulder. Despite her doubts, with a little Christmas magic and the warmth of the Garretts, Angelique may find more love and acceptance than she ever thought possible. Also by June Faver, the Dark Horse Cowboys series: Do or Die Cowboy (Book 1) Hot Target Cowboy (Book 2) When to Call a Cowboy (Book 3) Cowboy Christmas Gold (Book 4) What Readers Are Saying about June Faver: "An intriguing mix of personalities and circumstances that drew me into their world."—Keeper Bookshelf for Do or Die Cowboy "The plot was intriguing and kept me turning the pages...June Faver has become a 'must read' author to me."—Harlequin Junkie for When to Call a Cowboy

A widowed cowboy and a pregnant divorcée unwrap a second chance at love in this holiday romance by a New York Times–bestselling author. Ellie Marsden couldn’t wait to shake the dust of Branding Iron, Texas, off her heels and chase after bright lights, big city, and a wealthy husband. Now she’s come home, divorced, a little disillusioned, and a whole lot pregnant. Leave it to her one-time high school sweetheart, cattle rancher Jubal McFarland, to point out that citified Ellie is as out of place in small-town Texas as her teacup poodle. So why is there something about being back—and being with Jubal—that feels surprisingly right? Jubal’s eight-year-old daughter, Gracie, needs a mother, but he hasn’t found the perfect woman. Or maybe the problem is that he did find her, and had his heart broken when she left town. Gracie’s already falling hard for Ellie and that ball of fluff she calls a dog. And no matter how hard the rugged cowboy tries to resist, there’s no denying the appeal of first love and sweet new beginnings—especially when there’s a little Christmas magic in the air . . . “A good pick for some wholesome family-oriented romance.” —Kirkus Reviews Praise for Janet Dailey and her Christmas novels “The spirit of Christmas permeates this charming holiday romance.” —RT Book Reviews on Merry Christmas, Cowboy “In what has become a delightful annual tradition, Dailey creates a lovely Christmas romance.” —RT Book Reviews on A Cowboy Under My Christmas Tree “A definite stocking stuffer.” —Library Journal “A surefire winner.” —Publishers Weekly

All he wants for Christmas is her… Widower Andy Hartmann is determined to win the heart of Desiree McLintock, the most fiercely independent woman in Wagon Train, Montana. Andy wasn’t looking for a relationship, but close contact with the sexy lady lights a fire under him. When a rival plans a Christmas visit to Rowdy Ranch, Andy makes his move. As a child, Desiree had to fend for herself. That harsh lesson convinced her to raise her kids and build a career writing bestselling Westerns without depending on anyone, especially a man. Although she’s strongly attracted to Andy’s cowboy traits — he’s trustworthy, steadfast, and dependable — she insists she doesn’t need him. Until that begins to change. And she panics. Will the magic of Christmas heal her heart when she’s afraid to fall in love? Saddle up for the fun-filled Rowdy Ranch series! Steamy western romances from the NYT bestselling author who brought you the Buckskin Brotherhood of Apple Grove, Montana. If you like sexy cowboys, charming small towns, and laugh-out-loud adventures, you’ll love meeting the McLintocks of Rowdy Ranch. ROWDY RANCH The books in this series are standalone romances and can be read in any order. Having the Cowboy's Baby (Beau & Jess) Stoking the Cowboy's Fire (Cheyenne & Kendall) Testing the Cowboy's Resolve (Marsh & Ella) Rocking the Cowboy’s Christmas (Bret & Molly) Roping the Cowboy’s Heart (Clint & Tyra) Tempting the Cowboy’s Sister (Dallas & Angie) Craving the Cowboy’s Kiss (Gil & Faye) Heating Up the Cowboy’s Christmas (Andy & Desiree)

Enjoy the season's spirit as these women find lasting happiness just in time for Christmas. Each stand alone book tells the complete story from meeting to happy ever after. From cops to cowboys, doctors to journalists to billionaires, each brings that special something to the relationship. A Soldier’s Christmas After a year’s deployment, soldier Josh Marquette is back in the US. His first assignment state side—best man in a Christmas wedding. More importantly, he’s going to get his dog who was fostered while he was gone. Cassie Smith fostered a serviceman’s dog for a year while he was overseas. She should have thought that through. Now he’s back for his dog—only she hadn’t expected to fall in love with the big German Shepherd, nor her owner. Cassie begins to hope their friendship will blossom into something more. After all, Christmas is the time of hope—and love. The Cowboy’s Special Christmas Left at the altar, veterinarian Jennifer moves a thousand miles away from the heartache and embarrassment. She’ll focus on her new practice, make a few friends and forget about trusting her heart again. Cole Martin was furious when he discovered his fiancée was seeing other men. Once burned, twice shy. When Cole and Jennifer meet, it’s like at first sight. But can this relationship forge ahead with all the heartache lingering from the past? A Teaspoon of Mistletoe Annie Tolliver is happy as could be living in the small town of Lamberton, Montana. Once she had the chance to marry but it meant leaving Lamberton. Love didn’t prove strong enough. Doctors Without Borders Nick Keller’s back in the states for Christmas. When he begins to explore the small town his cousin lives in, he’s charmed with the activities, the people and one very special person. Getting involved wasn’t the plan for either Annie or Nick, but sometimes things happen for a reason. Can a stay-at-home woman give up everything to follow a foot-loose man to the ends of the earth? The Christmas Cop Tough homicide detective Jake Morgan was a bah, humbug kind of guy. Getting injured in the line of duty wasn’t the worst thing that could have happened to him—no, it was being assigned as the police department’s Christmas Cop while he recovers. He wasn’t one to deliver any feel-good feelings with kids. He had no idea what kids wanted for Christmas. And he sure to goodness didn’t want to be paired with a pink-hair, do-gooder who looked more like a kid herself than a software engineer. When Shea O’Reilly is paired up with the man most likely to win the exact-opposite-of-Christmas-spirit award, she’s thrown. It’s her favorite holiday. And her best day would be to make a bunch of kids happy. How can she manage that with the disgruntled Mr. Scrooge she’ll be working with? A Key West Christmas Shelly Alexander started a new life in Key West which she loves. When her former boss arrives unexpectedly and insists on spending time with her, she’s thrilled. Until the real reason he’s there is revealed. Embarrassed that she thought more was going on, she runs away too hurt to see him again. Billionaire Beau Charlmers left the frenetic New York society to buy a sail boat to sail around the world. While in the Caribbean he stops in Key West to see his former assistant. Getting to know her on a personal level is entirely different from the work relationship they had. Still, it should make it easier for her to agree to his newest plan. Only somewhere along the way everything changes. When Shelly refuses to see him again, he realizes what he really wants is Shelly. But to get her to fall in love now would take a Christmas miracle. Christmas is the time for family, friends and love. Download your copy of CHRISTMAS SHORT AND SWEET and may all your days be merry and bright!