Shirley Hailstock

She's all he ever wanted...

Wedding consultant Renee Hart is finally ready to take the plunge…as creator of an innovative bridal magazine. Her own dreams of happily–ever–after were shattered when Carter Hampshire broke off their relationship without warning. Newly relocated to the Big Apple, Renee discovers that her former lover–more charismatic than ever–is now also her greatest rival. 

Carter came home to New York to oversee his family's publishing empire. Finding out the woman who got away is working for the competition–in his own building, no less–doesn't deter him from his new mission. Three years ago, he thought he was doing the right thing by letting her go. Now all he wants is a second chance. But when the media–frenzied launch of Designed for Brides leads to accusations of industrial espionage, could Carter lose Renee again–this time forever? 

Will he be the last bachelor standing? 

Wedding planner Diana Greer still believes in happily–ever–after. She's just given up finding her own dream man. Until an internet dating site matches her up with her ideal mate. Too bad he's someone she already knows…. In college, Scott Thomas was the big man on campus–arrogant and full of himself. So why is one kiss from the high–flying bachelor making Diana's toes curl?  

A failed trip to the altar has cured Scott of believing in storybook endings. So he's stunned when someone meets his unattainable requirements for romance. The brainy bookworm he knew has morphed into a beautiful, desirable woman. But Diana isn't ready to trust him. And then Scott unveils his secret. Now Diana wonders if she'll forever plan strangers' weddings and never her own….

A love like this only strikes once… 

The storm that devastated the town of Logan Beach also ravaged everything Rosanna Turner once knew. First she lost her childhood home. Then the Thorn family bought out the store where she comfortably worked for most of her adulthood. Rosanna isn't thrilled when eldest sibling David Thorn arrives in town, seeking her input before the grand reopening. Just like a Thorn, the man doesn't play fair. He's too charming, too gorgeous to resist…until she uncovers his secret agenda. 

David wants to help repair the stricken town – all while discovering who's been embezzling from his family's new acquisition. Could it be Rosanna? The woman is irresistible and a force of nature in her own right. And he is in need of her expertise to make his store a success. Soon he also needs her in his arms…and anywhere else he can have her. Will mutual mistrust undermine their chance to build something wonderful together? 

Love In New York - Shirley Hailstock

Completely captivated by his new employee, André Thorn is about to break his never-mix-business-with-pleasure rule. But amateur photographer Susan Dewhurst is concealing her true identity. Although she's falling for the House of Thorn scion, she can't reveal the secret that could jeopardise far more than her job at the flagship New York store. Amid André's growing suspicions and an imminent media scandal, does love stand a chance?

Cherish My Heart - Janice Sims

Zoologist Petra Gaines can't believe the gorgeous stranger who shared her bed is the investor she needs to continue her vital research. New York media mogul Chance Youngblood understands how important saving endangered animals is to Petra. Now Chance wants her to star in a television show - and turn their sizzling affair into a permanent partnership. But Petra is wary of the spotlight and wonders if their love is worth every risk.

Love In San Francisco - Shirley Hailstock

For foundation director Ellie Hamilton, dancing with gorgeous Blake Thorn at a charity ball means gambling with heartache. She can't reveal the part she played in changing his life. Manager of the House of Thorn's San Francisco store, Blake avoids commitment since a tragic accident, but Ellie's an intriguing challenge. Their nights are filled with passionate discovery...but can love withstand the truth?

Unconditionally - Janice Sims

Meghan Gaines's unorthodox teaching style has nothing in common with by-the-book English professor Leo Wolfe. Yet electricity crackles between them. When their mutual desire finally erupts, it's even hotter than Meghan dreamed. Though pitted against each other at work, they're perfectly in sync in the bedroom. But the secret Leo's been keeping has the power to drive a rift between them for good...

Tricky curves ahead

After three years of grieving, it's finally time for widow McKenna Wellington to take that long-awaited road trip...though her adventure isn't meant to include Parker Fordum. The stodgy, set-in-his-ways economics professor is the last person McKenna wants to accompany her across 2,400 miles of defunct highway. But her late husband's friend has his own reasons for signing on.

And Parker's surprising McKenna in all sorts of good ways. Somewhere between Chicago and LA, an unlikely friendship blooms, turning a cross-country trip into something more. But what awaits them at journey's end?

Does the perfect plan have a surprise ending?

Wedding consultant Theresa “Teddy” Reid helps her clients plan lavish black–tie ceremonies, though her own love life is strictly casual.

Her matchmaking mother's latest candidate, Adam Sullivan, may be sexy but besides being successful, they have little in common. Agreeing to a fake relationship to fool her mother could make both their lives easier. But their unexpected slow–burning kisses and scorching nights are anything but make–believe.

Adam's “marriage pact” with Teddy was supposed to be a temporary arrangement. Suddenly he's realizing just how deeply he desires this intelligent, passionate woman. In business, he's known for taking big risks and reaping bigger rewards.

Now he's playing for the highest stakes of all, hoping he can convince Teddy to trust him–and her heart–before she walks away forever…

Homes, and families, aren't restored overnight

Jason Kendall grew up being treated like the poor relation he was and after a devastating betrayal, he fled under a cloud of scandal. Now he needs a place to raise his four-year-old adopted son and Kendall Farm is the only home he's ever known. The problem is, his old homestead has a new owner. 

Kelly Ashton sank every last cent into restoring the Maryland horse farm. Hiring the handsome engineer would be a huge mistake. But after five years away, Jace, the prodigal son, is back. To fight for his little boy's future. Kelly could lose the home she loves…unless she and the single father can create a new one together.