She’s always been by his side But this year, he hopes to make her his Christmas bride! When his ex’s mother ends up in the hospital, marine captain Noah Brand suddenly finds himself back in his hometown and looking after a little girl—who could be his daughter! The only person he trusts with this secret is his best friend, Dr. Shayna Wade. Shayna has always been the person he could count on, and this Christmas he needs her support more than ever. As the three of them make holiday magic together, can Noah convince his best friend that he finally sees her as the woman of his dreams? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. The Brands of Montana Book 1: A Match Made in Montana Book 2: High Country Christmas Book 3: High Country Baby Book 4: Meet Me at the Chapel Book 5: Thankful for You Book 6: A Wedding to Remember Book 7: A Bride for Liam Brand Book 8: High Country Cowgirl Book 9: The Sergeant's Christmas Mission Book 10: Her Second Forever Book 11: She Dreamed of a Cowboy Book 12: The Marine's Christmas Wish

Nigel Narwhal wants to be one of Santa's helpers more than anything, but thinks only elves and reindeer can do that. But when Santa loses someone's special gift—their True Christmas Wish—can Nigel help him deliver it and save Christmas? Dive undersea at the North Pole to meet a world of fun animals celebrating Christmas and experience the joy of making holiday wishes come true in this important story about high hopes, big dreams, generosity, and never giving up! It's Christmas Eve, and as Nigel Narwhal watches Santa get ready to deliver all his gifts, he wishes he could be one of Santa's helpers, even though all his friends tell him sea creatures can't. Yet when Santa takes off in his sleigh, he drops a special package containing someone's True Christmas Wish. It seems someone's Christmas will be disappointing—until Nigel steps up to save the day! With encouragement from Mrs. Claus and the help of some ocean friends, Nigel races to deliver the present before it's too late. And if he succeeds, he just might get his own True Christmas Wish, too . . . In Narwhal's True Christmas Wish, Lisa Ann Scott’s fun, playful story and Amberin Huq's cute and colorful illustrations help young readers understand the beauty of giving gifts and being kind and generous, as everyone should on Christmas!

Nine years ago Ethan Powell gave up his rodeo career, his Arizona ranch, his family—and most important, his high school sweetheart—to join the Marines. He's returned an injured hero, determined to let nothing keep him from going back to a job he loves—breaking horses. Getting back in the saddle is something he needs to do, to prove to himself he can. Breaking horses and breaking her heart again? No way! Caitlin Carmichael isn't ready to pick up where she and Ethan left off, no matter how devastating his kisses are. She isn't the same carefree risk taker she used to be. This time the two-feet-solidly-on-the-ground nurse is proceeding with caution. So what is it about Ethan and his daredevil ways that's making her long to have him as her Christmas cowboy—for now and every Christmas to come?

Growing up in her perfect sister's shadow wasn't easy. Especially because JC Montgomery had been in love with Liz's boyfriend for as long as she could remember. Brady Sheppard, a guy who thought of her as only the kid sister. But that all changed when Liz married somebody else and Brady ended up in bed with JC! It was like a dream come true. Except now JC's pregnant. And Brady's a wounded marine, so it's going to be difficult for him to get down on one knee and tell her she's his reason for living . But he will. Because she still believes in Santa Claus.

"Jackson brings the quaint Southern town to life in a memorable holiday romance complete with affable characters."—Publishers Weekly on One Christmas Wish It’s Christmas in Catalina Cove, a time of promise and second chances. But when you’re starting over, love is the last thing you’re wishing for… Vaughn Miller’s Wall Street career was abruptly ended by a wrongful conviction and two years in prison. Since then, he’s returned to his hometown, kept his head down and forged a way forward. When he is exonerated and his name cleared, he feels he can hold his head up once again, maybe even talk to the beautiful café owner who sets his blood to simmering. Sierra Crane escaped a disastrous marriage—barely. She and her six-year-old goddaughter have returned to the only place that feels like home. Determined to make it on her own, Sierra opens a soup café. Complication is the last thing she needs, but the moment Vaughn walks into her café, she can’t keep her eyes off the smoldering loner. When they give in to their attraction, what Sierra thought would be a onetime thing becomes so much more. Vaughn knows she’s the one. Sierra can’t deny the way Vaughn makes her feel, but she’s been burned before. With Christmas approaching, Vaughn takes a chance to prove his love, and it will be up to Sierra to decide if her one Christmas wish—true happiness—will come true. Don’t miss The House on Blueberry Lane, the next book in The Catalina Cove series by New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson! The Catalina Cove series Book 1: Love in Catalina Cove Book 2: Forget Me Not Book 3: Finding Home Again Book 4: Follow Your Heart Book 5: One Christmas Wish Book 6: The House on Blueberry Lane

A perfect book for the Holidays. Curl up with a blanket and a hot cup of chocolate or coffee and enjoy this story of a young orphan girls heartfelt Christmas Eve prayer. The author paints a story with words of a unique town and its inhabitants who unknowingly take part in a very unique miracle that happens one special Christmas Eve. Share it with your children or just by yourself, and escape to the town of Woodcreek with its special people who will find a place in your heart.

Cooper sighed and lowered his forehead to mine. "I'm really getting sick of people interrupting us when I'm trying to kiss you, Angie Black." "Then stop trying to kiss me." Marine Staff Sergeant Charles Cooper is desperate. When he idiotically made up a fake girlfriend to appease his grandmother, he hadn't counted on Grandma Jean flying halfway across the country to meet her at Christmas. With only a few days until the big family dinner, he needs a girlfriend. Fast. Angie Black can think of few people who get under her skin more than Cooper. Unfortunately, she has to tolerate him since their best friends are married to each other. When Cooper asks her to be his fake girlfriend for a family dinner, Angie agrees only because she could use a fake boyfriend herself. Her entire office is invited to the wedding of their boss, and he happens to also be her ex. Their fake relationship seems to solve both of their problems. That is, until unexpected feelings arise. With his deployment looming, will they figure out that they're meant to be before they find themselves half a world apart? Christmas with You is a sweet holiday romance set in the world of The San Diego Marines. Each book can be read as a standalone. Check out the rest of the series: Forever with You (free prequel - jessmastorakos.com) Back to You - Spencer & Ellie - Book 1 Away from You - Matt & Olivia - Book 2 Christmas with You - Cooper & Angie - Book 3 Believing in You - Jake & Ivy - Book 4 (Coming Soon) Memories of You - Brooks & Cat - Book 5 (Coming Soon)

Trinity Fuller believes in the holiday spirit wholeheartedly. She loves to volunteer and does her best to fill everyone with Christmas cheer. But when her friends dare her to sit on Santa’s lap and reveal her Christmas wish, she draws the line. But after a few cups of the “spiked” holiday punch, Trinity is more than willing to reveal just what she wants Santa to bring her for Christmas. Ean West can’t believe his luck when he overhears Trinity’s lonely heartfelt plea to find Mr. Right in time for the holidays. He’d noticed her years ago when he was in high school. The problem was she hadn’t known he existed. Six years in age separate them. But he knows he’s the right man for her. So when he sends her a sexy anonymous gift with instructions on where and when to wear it, he hopes that it will end up being a Christmas that neither of them will ever forget…

Christmas time was here and she only had one wish… The big jolly man in the red suit was due to make his appearance in one week. Single mother Ida Dillard wanted to ensure she and her daughter Luna were ready for his arrival. She had the perfect day planned for them. It was supposed to be fun, but Mother Nature had other plans in the form of a winter snowstorm. Local veterinarian Drew Bates was navigating the worst winter storm of the season and found a vehicle stuck in a snow drift. Being the good samaritan he was, he pulled over to help. Imagine his surprise to find it’s the one woman he has been crushing on for awhile. Drew and Ida had known each other for some time. In their cozy town of Langdale, almost everyone knew everyone. Her dog was his patient, and her best friend was married to his brother. He ensured the girls made it home safe, but by the time they arrived, the roads were no longer drivable, and he was forced to stay the night. With dropping temperatures and sipping hot cocoa in front of a roaring fire, the tension between the two skyrocketed. In the late night hour, all of their innocent flirting of the past went out the window. Trapped together until morning, will they seize the moment and give in to their desires? The Christmas Wish is a steamy, holiday BWWM romance. For readers who love sexy, small town romance, this is for you. This short novella is reserved for mature readers only.

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: The Maverick's Sweetest Choice (A Montana Mavericks: Lassoing Love novel) By USA TODAY bestselling author Stella Bagwell Rancher Dale Dalton only planned to buy cupcakes from the local bakery. Yet one look at single mom Kendra Humphrey and it’s love at first sight. Or at least lust. Kendra wants more than a footloose playboy for her and her young daughter. But Dale’s full-charm offensive may be too tempting and delicious to ignore! Home for the Challah Days By Jennifer Wilck Sarah Abrams is home for Rosh Hashanah…but can’t be in the same room as her ex-boyfriend. She broke Aaron Isaacson’s heart years ago and he’s still deeply hurt. Until targeted acts of vandalism bring the reluctant duo together. And unearth buried—and undeniable—attraction just in time for the holiday. Her Outback Rancher (A The Brands of Montana novel) By Joanna Sims Hawk Bowhill’s heart is on his family’s cattle ranch in Australia. But falling for fiery Montana cowgirl Jessie Brand leads to a bevy of challenges, and geography is the least of them. From two continents to her unexpected pregnancy to her family’s vow to keep them apart, will the price of happily-ever-after be too high to pay? For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition September 2023 – Box Set 2 of 2