Genres: Romance, Womens Fiction
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Curl up by the fire with a hot chocolate, a mince pie and this cosy winter romance. When dog mad Agatha Dunbar discovers that her allergic-to-fur boyfriend is actually allergic to her, she kicks him into touch. Hoping to take her mind off her beastly ex, she jumps at the chance to babysit the pooches at the rescue centre for the weekend. Looking forward to wintry walks and canine cuddles, she can’t wait, and maybe she’ll finally be able to adopt a dog of her own. Local vet Huw Llewelyn has had his heart broken once and isn’t keen to repeat the experience. But when he’s called to the rescue centre to attend a spaniel in labour, he doesn’t foresee being stranded in a snowstorm. And neither does he anticipate being forced to spend the night with an absolutely gorgeous woman. With sparks igniting over mugs of hot chocolate in...

Genres: Romance, Womens Fiction
Formats: E-Book

Can a wagging tail rekindle a fading romance? Now that the kids have left home and with husband Nev taking early retirement, Tina Clancy is looking forward to a new lease on life. She’s imagining romantic dinners, evenings spent dancing, and exotic foreign holidays. Unfortunately, Nev is anticipating taking it easy in cosy tea shops, afternoons playing lawn bowls, and the odd weekend in Clacton-on-Sea! Worried that old age is creeping up on her, Tina decides to strike out on her own and live a little – while she still can! The grass isn’t always greener on the other side though, and with no one to share those romantic meals with and not fancying solo holidays, she soon discovers being single isn’t as much fun as she’d thought. Too proud to admit she’s made a mistake, she hopes a dog will help ease her growing loneliness. Despite Nev desperately missing...

Genres: Romance, Womens Fiction
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A feel-good romance about fresh starts, furry friends, and falling in love Can a stubborn woman, a lonely man, and one irresistible dog create the perfect recipe for love? Nora Bunting can best be described as cuddly. With an aversion to exercise, an extremely sweet tooth and the menopause fast approaching, her middle-age spread is, well … spreading. Happy with her curves, she has no intention of doing anything about her expanding waistline or squidgy bottom. However, during a routine doctor’s appointment, she’s given a life-changing diagnosis that leaves her reeling. Desperate to lose weight and take control of her health, she decides to adopt a rescue dog – because walking is exercise, right? And when she’s introduced to a large fluffy dog called Biscuit, she thinks she’s found her perfect exercise buddy. For someone who bakes bread, pies and pastries for a living, Elijah Grant is as thin as...

Genres: Romance, Womens Fiction
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One little dog. Two broken hearts. A chance for love… Cat-lover Gretta Lavern has never been fond of dogs, so when she unexpectedly becomes responsible for a little Frenchie named Bertie, she is far from happy. With her well-ordered life now in disarray and her pampered Persian cat at war with the newcomer, Gretta is soon at her wit’s end. There is only one thing for it – the dog has to go. Surly Jakob Darrow prefers the company of pups over people, but when Gretta enlists his help to find Bertie a forever home, he feels a spark reignite within him—one he thought had long faded. And while Gretta is also inexplicably drawn to Jakob, they are total opposites and neither of them is looking for love. But Bertie has other plans… As Gretta faces her fear of vulnerability and Jakob confronts his deep loneliness, can the love of...

Genres: Romance, Womens Fiction
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Will love light up Sweet Meadow Park this Christmas? Since graduating with a journalism degree seven years ago, Frankie Fox has dreamt of writing sharp, insightful articles for prestigious publications like Vogue and Vanity Fair. Instead, she finds herself working at a provincial newspaper, covering mundane stories about cats stuck in trees and oversized marrows from the Allotment Association. Tasked with writing about the upcoming Festive Fayre, Frankie is far from excited—until she meets Julian. Julian Blade, a thirty-three-year-old financier, is reeling from burnout after years in the fast-paced city. Seeking a fresh start, he retreats to the small town of Sweet Meadow in the picturesque Welsh valleys, hoping to find peace. But life in the slow lane proves more challenging than he anticipated, leaving him feeling more lost than ever. When Julian is unexpectedly roped into helping with the Fayre, he begins to rediscover his sense of self—and his...

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Can a winter wish really come true? Children’s author Mark Stafford has a deadline looming and no ideas. Praying for inspiration, he returns to the village where he grew up. When he’s roped into helping with the Christmas Wonderland at the farm on Muddypuddle Lane, he hopes it will help recharge his creative battery. Single mum Beatrice Webb loves her new job in the farm shop, and with two children to buy presents for, the money will come in very handy. However, something is troubling her… The guy in the Grinch outfit seems achingly familiar. And when she hears a rumour that her first love is back in Picklewick, she knows exactly who is hiding under the mask. Mark is even more attractive and charismatic than she remembers, and as her old feelings are rekindled, Beatrice finds herself falling for him once more. But he isn’t here to stay, so...

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Carla Mason is supposed to be taking it easy. She’s not supposed to be falling in love... After an incident at work, Carla’s heart and job are on the line. Having decided to take a leave of absence, she needs time to recuperate, and where better than on her best friend’s farm in Picklewick. Ashton Clarke, the local postie, is still reeling from breaking up with his girlfriend after she accused him of being boring and lacking ambition. His confidence has taken a knock, and he retreats into himself to avoid being hurt again. When a chance encounter throws Carla and Ashton together, there is an instant attraction, although neither feels ready to love again. However, Carla can’t deny her growing feelings, and Ashton is equally smitten. But just as love begins to blossom, a series of events throws their romance into turmoil. Torn between returning to her old life...

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Life, love rivals, and lemon drizzle cake! Retired cafe owner Fiona Tedstone has been complaining to the council for years about the state of Sweet Meadow Park, but until recently nothing has been done about it. However things are now starting to look up, and when she is offered a chance to bring the cafe inside its wrought-iron gates back to life, Fiona leaps at it. Bill Greaves used to love visiting Sweet Meadow Park when he was a boy, but these past few years it has become a bit of an eyesore, so when he learns that the cafe will reopen, he is eager to get stuck in. Neither he nor Fiona are spring chickens anymore though, and the task is a daunting one. Nevertheless, they are determined to persevere until…Fiona discovers she has feelings for Bill that she wishes she didn’t have, the cafe is beset by a...

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With her three grown-up daughters now living in Picklewick, 69 year old Beth feels lonely, abandoned and forgotten, so she decides to leave her home in Birmingham and rent a house in the village to be near them. Walter hasn’t been well, but now that he’s on the road to recovery he’s getting itchy feet. Aware that his cottage could do with some repairs, he decides to tackle them himself rather than ask his busy son. However when Beth’s house move doesn’t go to plan and Walter’s DIY attempts turn into a catastrophe, they find themselves thrown together, much to their mutual displeasure. Unable to agree on anything, they are constantly at loggerheads, so it comes as a shock to Beth as she realises she’s starting to care for him, and Walter is surprised to discover he is falling for Beth. But with feelings running high, can these squabbling pensioners...

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Enjoy a stroll in the park with this uplifting story of love, friendship and following your dreams. When Molly Brown buys a derelict cottage in the middle of a rundown park, she hopes to return both the cottage and the park to their former glory. However, Molly soon begins to wonder whether she’s bitten off more than she can chew, especially when the good-looking guy from the council refuses to help. In his role as Parks and Highways Officer, Jack Feathers doesn’t want to waste public funds on an overgrown, unloved park, no matter how gorgeous Molly is. But when he finds himself needing somewhere to live, Molly makes him an offer he can’t refuse – to move into her spare room, rent-free. The catch? He has to help bring the park back to life. It seems to be an ideal solution, until… Molly falls for Jack, the park is...

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Can you dream your way to happily ever after? Since losing another job and kissing yet another frog, Maisie Fairfax's dreams of finding her ideal career and a perfect guy are in tatters. Disillusioned and adrift, she hopes that a stay on her sister's farm will give her some much-needed breathing space. Adam Haines is never happier than when he's up to his elbows in broken machinery and engine oil. Intent on building up his own repair business, he isn't interested in romance. But when his van almost collides with a gorgeous woman chasing a goat down a lane, he finds himself dreaming of more than clapped-out old tractors. Maisie isn't looking for love, either - she's too busy with her new job tending to the farm's animals. However, there is something about Adam that makes her heart flutter and her knees go weak, and it isn't long before she...

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Tabitha Locke suspects she must be the only twenty-nine-year-old in the UK who doesn’t own a mobile phone. She has a good reason not to. When she fled to Bath and her grandfather’s vintage key shop, all Tabitha wanted was to hide from the world. And for three years she does precisely that – until she meets a handsome IT expert. Appealing to her love of history, Rhys Flint persuades her to show him around the city, and gradually she begins to believe in love again, despite what happened in the past. But a secret can’t stay hidden forever, and when it raises its head, Tabitha is terrified Rhys will find out. With her feelings for him starting to grow, will Tabitha keep her heart locked up tight or will Rhys be the key to her happiness?

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Who is kissing under the mistletoe? Ever since Eliza York’s father died, she's felt the urge to visit the place he was born. And after living in New Zealand her whole life, she also wants to experience a proper winter Christmas. She expects this trip to be an emotional one, but she doesn’t expect to fall head over heels in love. Jay Fairfax is looking forward to spending Christmas with his family at the farm on Muddypuddle Lane. He anticipates drinking hot chocolate, scoffing mince pies and slumping on the sofa in front of a real fire. What he doesn’t anticipate is finding the love of his life. But with Eliza and Jay living on opposite sides of the world, will they be able to manage more than a few kisses under the mistletoe? TROPES 💜 Opposites attract 💜 Holiday romance 💜 Festive vibes 💜 Search for family

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With summer drawing to a close and an autumn chill in the air, Dulcie Fairfax is finally finding her feet. She has lots of ideas to make the farm on Muddypuddle Lane profitable again, and with gorgeous Otto York by her side, her life couldn’t be any more perfect. Things are starting to come together for Otto, too. Not only is he madly in love with Dulcie, but his father’s health is also improving, and he is now ready to find a publisher for his cookbook. However, as the days shorten and the temperature falls, trying to find a suitable publisher proves harder than Otto thought. And when he is offered his old job back in London, he has a difficult decision to make. With the prospect of Otto leaving for good, will he and Dulcie be able to rekindle the spark or will their love fade away like a...

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You can’t always judge a book by its cover... When Emily Oak discovers that her boyfriend, Cole, is cheating on her, she hightails it back to the family farm in Glynafon on the beautiful Welsh Coast. Wondering what to do with her life, she is shocked and delighted to learn that a little black book bequeathed to her by her godmother could be worth a fortune. However, there is one small problem – she has left the book in her cheating ex’s attic! Scared to ask him for it in case he realises just how much the book is worth, Emily hatches a plan to retrieve it. And when Macsen, a guy she once had an enormous crush on, offers to help, she eagerly accepts. However, Macsen is far too handsome for his own good, and she is dismayed when her old feelings for him begin to resurface, especially since...

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What if you can’t escape love? When single mum Nikki is invited to spend her holiday at the farm on Muddypuddle Lane, she jumps at the chance to escape for the summer. Desperate to bring her unhappy son out of his shell, she hopes that getting away from it all will put some sparkle back into his life. However, the last thing she expects is for a hunky police officer to put some sparkle into her own! Romance hasn't really crossed Gio's mind, but when he meets Nikki, the unmistakable attraction between them is impossible to deny and he falls for her despite his best intentions. Summer lovin' can't last forever though, and when her holiday draws to an end and Nikki returns home, she is heartbroken but resigned, determined to pick up the pieces of her life. Until, that is, her son runs away and she is forced to...

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Have you got your invitation to the wedding of the year? At 72, Beverley isn’t interested in romance. The only man in her life is her surrogate son, Ron – but he’s about to get married and she fears she will be lonely when he moves out. Recently widowed Andrew isn’t interested in romance, either. He is still mourning the death of his wife, and the only woman in his life is his daughter, Judith – it’s just a pity he doesn’t see much of her. When a dog walk in the park throws Beverley and Andrew together, it results in an unlikely and sparky friendship that fulfils a need in both of them. But their friendship is put to the test when Beverley learns that her arch-enemy has not only bought a new hat for Ron’s upcoming wedding, but she is also bringing a plus-one with her. Determined not...

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She might have won the farm, but has she won his heart? “Have you been yearning for a simpler way of life? As the winner of Lilac Tree Farm, you could soon be living in the heart of the countryside, in a gorgeous, rustic, four-bed cottage with a large kitchen garden, an orchard, woodland with its very own stream and wildflower meadows – a perfect place to raise a family. Buy a ticket today!” City girl Dulcie Fairfax can't believe her luck when she wins an actual farm. Anxious to begin her idyllic new life in the country, she anticipates barefoot strolls through wildflower meadows, and searching the hedgerows for warm brown eggs. However, she is woefully unprepared for the reality of what she is about to face. To add to her woes, the brooding and handsome former owner lives at the end of the lane, and he doesn't seem...

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If you love snowflakes and mistletoe, hot chocolate and gingerbread, then snuggle up with this gorgeously festive romantic story… Can the magic of Christmas mend a broken heart? Lately, Amos has been feeling his age. With his niece Petra happily married and the stables going from strength to strength, he feels surplus to requirements. Suffering from angina and still grieving for his wife, he thinks it might be time to leave the stables on Muddypuddle Lane to the younger generation. Lena is worried that this Christmas might be her mum’s last. Olive is ninety-three and is getting frailer by the day. When Lena confides her fears to Amos, they decide to put on a nativity play at the stables, to make this Christmas extra-special for her mum, and as Amos throws himself into the production, he begins to feel useful once more. But is it the festivities that is responsible...

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An uplifting, feel-good story of second chances. Julie and Stephen Richards have been married for nearly forty years. It’s just a pity they’ve spent this last one living apart since Julie’s past has come back to haunt her. Stephen can’t bring himself to forgive what she did, and now the only thing left of their marriage is their shared love for their son, Isaac. But the situation may be about to change. When Petra from the stables on Muddypuddle Lane needs someone to give her holiday cottage a trial run before it begins receiving paying guests, Isaac hatches a plan… Tricked into spending a weekend together, Julie and Stephen have to decide whether the fire that once burned so hot between them can be rekindled, or whether their marriage has finally turned to ashes. As for Petra… with a new baby to care for, a holiday home business to get...

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How can you run away from love? After being forced to move back in with her parents, Annabelle Litton is persuaded to take her children on a much-needed family break to beautiful Rest Bay. However, instead of having a relaxing holiday by the sea and using the time to work out what she’s going to do with her life, Annabelle is faced with two feuding old ladies, a naughty dog, her ex’s pleas to go back to him, and her growing feelings for a man called Ron. Out of all of them, it is Ron who causes her the most concern because what she doesn’t want or need right now is a new relationship. But as her heart starts to rule her head and she finds herself falling for him, she feels like running away. It isn’t Annabelle who ends up running away, though… it’s Ron.

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A gorgeously uplifting and heartwarming romance. When architect Isaac Richards is asked to draw up plans for the stables on Muddypuddle Lane, he doesn’t anticipate the builder being someone he had once been in love with. For Nelly Newsome being a female in a predominantly male world is difficult enough without having to work with an old flame, especially one she is still incredibly attracted to. With sparks flying, can Nelly and Isaac rebuild their relationship, or will it be demolished once and for all? Meanwhile, Petra and Harry have their hands full when a new arrival puts in a surprise appearance. 💜 Workplace romance 💜 Rekindle old feelings 💜 Woman in a male dominated role 💜 Close knit community 💜 Quaint village vibes 💜 Closed door 💜 Second chance romance The Complete Series: Spring at the Stables on Muddypuddle Lane Summer at the Stables on Muddypuddle Lane Autumn at...

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When retirement isn’t all it’s cracked up to be… Meena Fisher is a middle-aged medical secretary with a husband, two grandchildren, a house to run, and more hobbies than you can shake a stick at. She is perfectly happy with her life just the way it is. Her husband, Oscar, is a middle-aged workaholic who spends his days either in the office or on the golf course. With his wife looking after both him and the house, he gets on with the business of making money. He is also perfectly happy with his life just the way it is. They share a bed, and they sometimes eat dinner together if they can both manage to be in the house at the same time. Aside from that, their paths rarely cross. The arrangement suits them both. But when Oscar is forced to take early retirement and decides it’s only fair he...

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A sweet romantic story to warm your heart Will a planned surprise on Valentine’s Day end in kisses, or will it end in tears? October Rees comes from a prestigious showjumping yard and sees it as a bit of a comedown when she lands a job in the stables on Muddypuddle Lane. She has a good reason for leaving her previous position, so she just has to make the best of it and try not to look back. Still reeling from a disastrous romance, the last thing she wants right now is a relationship, but when handsome Luca Dalton tries to show off his horse-riding skills and comes a cropper, then asks her out on a date, October can’t resist saying yes. Unfortunately, October’s past doesn’t stay where it’s supposed to be, and to her dismay their budding romance might have fallen at the first hurdle. Meanwhile, Petra Kelly has...

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Indulge yourself in snowflakes and hot chocolate with this cosy festive romance… Widowed Megan Barnes used to love horses when she was a child, but the last thing she expected was for her deceased husband’s final gift to her to be a series of riding lessons, culminating in a trek through the snow. Nathan Windrush is perfectly content with things just the way they are. He adores his job at the stables, and if he ever feels lonely he has his dog, the horses and a donkey to talk to. But when Megan and Nathan meet, Megan finds herself attracted to him despite her feelings of guilt and betrayal, and Nathan begins to see Megan as more than just another horsey customer. As winter’s grip tightens on the stables on Muddypuddle Lane, will Megan’s heart remain frozen in grief, or will the growing chemistry between her and Nathan be enough...

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Violet makes her own gin. Logan Cassidy sells it in his pub, the Ticklemore Tavern. It should have been a match made in heaven, especially since the pair of them fancy the socks off each other, and they are both young, free and single. Except... Logan’s mum, Marie, doesn’t think Violet is good enough for her son. No woman is, or ever will be. And when she becomes ill, Logan is torn between looking after his mum or following his heart. However, neither Logan, nor Marie, has taken the sheer force of nature that is Violet into account. What Violet wants, Violet gets. Usually... But maybe not this time, eh?

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A delightfully cosy feel-good read When vet, Timothy Milton, is offered a job in the village of Picklewick he is over the moon, especially when he shares the excitement of landing his dream position with a rather pretty stranger, who he hopes he will see more of when he starts work. Charity Jones isn’t used to men showing an interest in her, and she’s even less used to being attracted to them. Until now, she has preferred looking after her horse to having a relationship. However, when she discovers Timothy is the new equine vet and that he shares her love of all things horsey, she wants to get to know him better. Unfortunately, neither of them bargains for what happens when Timothy meets Charity’s sister, Faith… And with Bonfire Night fast approaching are fireworks set to go off, or will it be nothing more than a damp squib? 💜...

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A heartwarming single parent romance Rose Walker isn’t averse to falling in love again. What she is averse to are stand-offish single dads who don’t appreciate her offer of help. Jason Halligan has no intention of falling in love any time soon. He has enough on his plate caring for his six-year-old daughter, May, without any added complications in his life. And Rosie most definitely proves to be a complication when Jason reluctantly accepts her offer to take May to her riding lesson. Not only does he find himself far too attracted to her for his own good, but they also have very different views about their respective daughters’ love of horses. Especially when Rose puts May’s name down for a forthcoming horsey event that he doesn’t approve of May entering. As the summer sun warms Muddypuddle Lane, will Rose and Jason get off their high horses or will they...

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Nell Chapman has always assumed that one of her twin sons would help run her antique shop once they finished university. The boys, however, have other plans, when they announce they're going backpacking for a year, leaving Nell feeling bereft and lonely. Not only that, but with their father (her lying, cheating ex-husband) back on the scene and demanding half of the business, there might not be anything left for her boys to help manage when they return. However, she hasn’t counted on the unexpected support of local landscape artist, Silas Long. And neither has she considered the possibility she might fall in love again – especially since Silas is so distant and moody, and has his own cross to bear. Should Nell take a chance and risk her heart, or should she leave well alone? And why has Silas painted her portrait if he doesn’t feel anything for her?

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Sometimes you have to write your own future… The life of former journalist Juliette Seymour has been quiet and unassuming. Up until now, she’s been concentrating on running the local newspaper and raising her daughter. But all that is about to change when Juliette is informed that the Ticklemore Tattler is to fold and that she’ll be out of a job. She begins to wonder whether she can buy the newspaper and try to make a go of it herself. Aware that she needs some advice she contacts Oliver Pascoe, little knowing that when her old colleague re-enters her life, his help isn’t the only thing she wants him for! As she begins to fall in love, however, what she doesn’t realise is that Oliver has something he’s keeping from her.

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Petra Kelly’s whole life revolves around the stables she manages for her uncle Amos. So much so, that she’s spent the last ten years without even a sniff of a date. As far as she’s concerned, she’s got everything she needs in life and is too busy for romance anyway. That is until Ted, the farrier, retires and she’s forced to use a new blacksmith to shoe her horses. Harry Milton isn’t looking for love, either. He’s just moved into the area having taken over Ted’s farrier business, and he’s more concerned with settling into a new job and a new community and worrying how his younger brother is coping without Harry to look after him. He’s never had time for a relationship, and to be honest what woman would want to take on a man who had dedicated his life to raising his sibling after their parents died? When...

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You’re never too old to fall in love… There is a disturbance in the force and octogenarian Hattie Jenkins can feel it in her water. Still active and spritely, she guesses that the miserable-looking gentleman sitting morosely in the café where she works, might be the reason. Widowed Alfred Miller has recently moved in with his daughter because she is worried that he’s becoming too frail and forgetful to look after himself. And he’s not in the least bit happy about it, especially since his home is soon be cleared and sold. But when he enlists Hattie’s help to save some of his precious belongings, he doesn’t realise that Hattie’s mission is to save more than a few sticks of furniture. She’s on a mission to save him, too. A gorgeous Christmas romance to put a smile on your face and a warm fuzzy feeling in your heart. So make...

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Midlife crisis? What midlife crisis? At forty-four, Cynthia Smart is exactly where she wants to be. Almost. In a couple of years, she’ll be the CEO of the company she’s spent most of her adult life working in. For now, though, she’s still busy shimmying up the greasy pole of corporate business. She’s single, carefree, and independent, and nothing can stop her getting what she wants and deserves. Until she discovers she’s pregnant. Determined to have her cake and eat it, she’s convinced that having a baby will make little difference to her life, and that she will be one of those women who can hold down an incredibly demanding job and also be a perfect mother. But as her pregnancy progresses and her life slowly falls apart, she has the sneaking suspicion that Max Oakland, the new guy on the block, is out to steal her dream job. That...

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A heart-warming romance for dog-lovers everywhere. The thought of having a dog hasn’t crossed Theo Martin’s mind. It’s not that he doesn’t like dogs – he does – but the idea has simply never occurred to him. It has occurred to his mother, though. When she decides to buy him a puppy because she thinks it will “liven him up a bit”, his life is turned completely upside down, and not for the better as far as he’s concerned. But when he discovers that having a cute dog on the end of a lead attracts a great deal of female attention, he soon changes his mind. All kinds of women stop to pet the pup and while they coo over Poppy, they talk to him. A lot. And for Theo, it looks like his love life is taking a very welcome turn for the better. But what about Josie Wilde,...

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Esther's life isn’t perfect (whose is?) – but she’s happy enough living in her little flat with her boyfriend, Josh. But that’s about to change. Bored out of her mind in work, she wishes that something, anything, would happen to liven her life up. Unfortunately, her wish comes true when Josh calls her from the airport to tell her he’s going to work in a bar in Spain, and she’s not invited. Esther is devastated, and her unhappiness is compounded when she discovers she can actually view the bar via a webcam link and watch him chatting up other girls. But when she inadvertently clicks on a link to another webcam which shows a pretty cottage and the rather hunky man who lives in it, her interest is piqued and she wishes she could get to know him. Wishes don’t really come true, though – do they…?

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A heartwarming, laugh-out-loud, festive married romance For once, Kate Peters would like a happy, family Christmas; the kind of Christmas seen on the TV. She wants harmony and happiness, smiling, glowing faces, tables groaning with food, carol singing around the tree. She wants love, kindness, and goodwill to all men, especially in her own house. What she doesn’t want is drama. Absolutely no drama, whatsoever. But what she gets is three stroppy children, two equally stroppy grandmothers, a husband who can’t manage to change a lightbulb, and Pepe the poodle. It’s no wonder she feels unappreciated, overworked, and ignored. At the end of her tinsel-coated tether, and with the only Christmas spirit being in the form of a bottle of raspberry gin, Kate decides to leave them to it and see how they manage without her. A quiet little hotel somewhere near the sea, where she can pretend Christmas doesn’t...

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Candice Summerville is fast approaching fifty-years-old and wonders if she might be invisible. No one seems to notice her - not really. Heck, she often doesn’t notice herself, except for her monthly scrutiny in the mirror to check on her body’s steady slide towards middle age. But when her ancient, practical estate car is consigned to the scrap heap, Candice falls in love with a cute, purple convertible, and from that moment on her life begins to take on a whole new meaning. Strangers wave at her and people stop to talk, and suddenly she isn’t invisible any longer. Life seems to be looking up, especially when she meets silver fox and handy-man, Paul. There’s just one fly in the ointment, one thing that has her second-guessing herself. Is it the car that Paul sees - or is it her?

Genres: Romance, Womens Fiction
Formats: E-Book, Paperback

Escape to France with this gorgeous uplifting sports romance. The opportunity of a lifetime? When physiotherapist Molly Matthews is offered a dream job by a guy who shaves his legs and has an obsession with his bicycle, she has serious doubts about accepting. But, as she keeps telling herself, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime and she’ll never get another chance like this. So, she does what anyone in her position would do – she agrees to join a professional cycling team for the most prestigious race in the cycling world – The Tour de France. The reality, though, isn’t exactly what she had anticipated; instead of eating out at restaurants in pretty French villages and spending her free time lounging around the hotel pool, Molly finds herself living out of a suitcase for three weeks, massaging eight pairs of sweaty legs, administering ice baths and treating saddle sores. And...