She could use a shoulder to lean on… Facing the fight of her life after a cancer diagnosis, widow Roz Martin is forced to ask her estranged brother-in-law to help care for her children. Being there for his nieces and nephew is a no-brainer for gym owner Paul Stephens. But being there for the woman who’d betrayed him by marrying his half brother is hard. Especially when he discovers the feelings he once had for Roz never died… From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Discover more true-to-life stories in the Sweet Briar Sweetheart series. All books are stand-alone but were published in the following order: 1. How to Steal a Lawman’s Heart 2. The Waitress’s Secret 3. The Rancher and the City Girl 4. Winning Charlotte Back 5. The Rancher’s Return 6. A Baby Between Friends 7. The Single Mom’s Second Chance

Small-Town Reunion Claire Atwood is about to make all her dreams come true. With her newly adopted son, Claire's back in Goose Harbor, running for mayor and going toe-to-toe with Evan Daniels—the man who left her at the altar twelve years ago. But she refuses to let their history get in the way of her future. Evan's come a long way from the poor teenager Claire's powerful father intimidated. And he can't help noticing Claire's grown into a beautiful woman and caring mother. A month from now, when the ballots are counted, Evan could be Mr. Mayor, but what he really wants is another title: daddy and husband.

She’s the one who got away… Now, could the future be theirs? Gwen Phillips wears her smile like a mask, focusing on her daughter and late husband’s foundation and burying her pain deep. Then maverick rugby legend Ryan Phillips walks back into her life, determined to shake off his failure to live up to his estranged brother’s golden reputation. He’s the one man who can bring back the joy Gwen’s been hiding from—if she’ll give him the chance… “Wow, what an amazing story! Sophie Pembroke made me fall in love with her characters in Pregnant on the Earl’s Doorstep from the get-go. This book was such a fun, sweet, romantic rendezvous! I got lost in the sway of emotions, the tantalizing grip of romance and got swept away by the visual detailing that is so well written.” —Goodreads “Carrying Her Millionaire’s Baby by Sophie Pembroke is witty, sexy and wholly satisfying. The fast-paced plot unfolds beautifully, and I was engrossed…! Highly recommended.” —Goodreads

Can their unexpected reunion... ...become a longed-for family? In this London Heroes story, Dr. Alistair Duvall’s stunned when ex-wife Raina Elliot walks back into his life, needing help for her amputee daughter. After the heartbreak of losing their own baby, Alistair’s not prepared for the adorable little girl to capture his heart. And seeing Raina again rekindles a spark that never quite died... Can Raina convince him he can be the husband and father he wants to be? London Heroes duet Book 1 — Falling for Her Italian Billionaire Book 2 — Second Chance with the Single Mom “Having enjoyed other books by Ms. Claydon...I couldn’t wait to read it and this book was everything I’d hoped for and more. In the way, it was absolutely engrossing with two very engaging characters....” — Harlequin Junkie on Firefighter’s Christmas Baby “This is such a beautifully written story, a story of love and caring...this journey will turn to a beautiful joyous and romantic HEA, I hope that you enjoy this one as much as I did...thank you Ms. Claydon for another fabulous story, one that I highly recommend.” — Goodreads on From Doctor to Princess?

Single mom, Lauren Jessup, quickly realizes the waitressing job she took in the California coastal town of Bella Luna will never pay the bills. But she's a good listener, and regular customer Nick DiMartino needs a sympathetic ear. Nick DiMartino is willing to do anything to gain permanent custody of his child--even leave Bella Luna and the home he and his young son love. But Lauren knows the pain of never being allowed to stay in one place long enough to grow roots and vows to stay and help Nick and his son...at least until the Pink Moon. REVIEWS: "Nobody writes families like Stef Ann Holm." ~New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Crusie "...a sigh-inducing romance that's virtually irresistible." ~Romantic Times BOOKreviews "...well worth your time." ~Writers Unlimited, Kimberly Holt "As always, Ms. Holm earns an A+" ~The Romance Readers Connection SINGLE MOMS, SECOND CHANCES, in order Girls Night Lucy Gets Her Life Back Pink Moon TO PROTECT AND SERVE, HEROES IN UNIFORM, in order An Igniting Attraction An Arresting Attraction

Jillene McDermott is raising two daughters, alone. Her coffee bar, Java The Hut, is on life support and the only place she can find a quiet moment is in the bathtub. Claire and Faye, Jillene's teenage daughters, know their mom deserves some happiness. But their good intentions go wrong when infamous crime writer, Vince Tremonti, steps up to play Jillene's "boyfriend." Vince has briefly returned to Blue Heron Beach to rethink his flagging career. He doesn't have time to get involved with anyone, much less a young widow with a ready-made family. Still, he owes 'the universe' a good deed or two. But when a couple of dates threaten to become a summer fling, suddenly the breakfast lattes aren't the only brews steaming in Blue Heron Beach. AWARDS: Desert Isle Keeper Award ~Romance Reviews Today REVIEWS: "Don't miss this incredible read!" ~Romance Review Today "...will make you laugh and cry and fall in love again." ~New York Times bestselling author Jill Barnett SINGLE MOMS, SECOND CHANCES, in order Girls Night Lucy Gets Her Life Back Pink Moon TO PROTECT AND SERVE, HEROES IN UNIFORM, in order An Igniting Attraction An Arresting Attraction

An enemies to lovers Christmas romance with a single mom & a NHL hockey coach! The last thing Hannah needs is to have the hunky bane of her existence move in next door. But he did. And just in time to witness the collapse of the perfect life she’d always said she’d have. She’s divorced, her youngest son keeps sticking his tongue out at the town gossip, her job doesn’t pay enough, and if she wants to keep her broken family in the same time zone, she’s going to have to move halfway across the planet. But her new neighbor Louis, an NHL coach, insists that Hannah’s still that take-charge woman with big dreams he used to know, and that now is a perfect time to reinvent herself. And possibly even find some room in her heart for a man like him… Will these two old rivals find a chance to not only see eye-to-eye, but heart-to-heart as well? Find out in this charming, small town sweet romance about the guy next door, a single mom, and a heartwarming holiday Christmas romance filled with second chances at love. Note: This Christmas romance was previously published as Unexpectedly in Love and has been rewritten to fit into the Hockey Sweethearts series. The hero now has his own scenes!

Enjoy this steamy, sports, second chance romance..... Amena finally had her dream job as a top stylist when her world came crashing down around her. Now a single mother, she was determined to get her life back on track and be the best mom to her sweet little boy. Amena heads home for support from her family and comes face to face with her past. Laikin worked hard on the racetrack but played even harder off it. Fame, fortune and fast women were all his for the taking. And take, he did. That was true until the day he pulled over to help a beautiful woman and her son stranded on the side of the road. Amena. He never forgave her but he could never forget her. Now he has to decide how to keep her.

The man of my dreams abandoned me almost a decade ago. Now he’s back… and I’m planning his wedding. Seriously, could life get any more brutal? I’m thinking about what I did to deserve this. To watch Cade’s ring on someone else’s finger. But here’s the thing. I’m the one who got the best gift from him. His child. And the crazy part? Cade doesn’t even know that he gave me that gift. He absolutely cannot find out. Neither him nor the goddamn press. His family is toxic. His dad is a powerful politician and it’s his career that’s on the line. Hence, this sham wedding. I just need to keep my head straight. Plan the wedding. Show up to the wedding. Go home, cry, eat some ice cream and then move on… again. But what if… during all of this, Cade discovers the one secret that makes us family? A full-length second chance secret baby romance. High school sweethearts, unforeseen circumstances, inevitable drama…and the sweetest child in the universe, this one tugs at the heartstrings, promising the perfect HEA and absolutely no cliff-hanger! ‘The One and Only’ is a part of the Heart of Hope series but stands alone. Books do not have to be read in order.

From bestselling romance author Julia Jarrett comes a steamy second chance romance, between a single dad, cop, and his high school sweetheart. Leo Talbot and I were high school sweethearts who promised to love each other forever. Until I discovered love is a lie, and that promise was broken. When he shows up in town with his little girl who I can’t help but adore, it’s impossible not to get swept up in the hope of a second chance. And Leo makes it clear he’s determined to break down my walls, rebuild my trust in love, and prove to me that our promise was never really broken. With years of heartache and pain between us, can I let Leo stand beside me as I face the ghosts of my past? Or will all of the hard lessons I’ve learned, only make me push him away again? Then and Now is perfect for fans of second chance romance, steamy small town love stories, swoony single dads, and close knit friend groups. This book is for readers who want a hint of angst with a lot of spice and a guaranteed HEA for soul mates who find their way back to each other against all odds. This is the fifth and final full length novel in the Dogwood Cove series and can be read as a standalone, although the series is best enjoyed if read in order. This series is for fans of Melanie Harlow, Adriana Locke, Claire Kingsley, Lucy Score, Laura Pavlov, Tia Louise, Jami Albright, Kandi Steiner and more.