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Charlotte Hubbard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 JUST A LITTLE CHRISTMAS
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THE SCOTSMAN WHO SAVED ME Janet Dailey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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A Something New Novel
Jennifer Dawson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 BECOMING BELLA
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Mary Carter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
SWIFT HORSE
Cassie Edwards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 CHRISTMAS CARAMEL MURDER
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CHRISTMAS WITH MY COWBOY

Diana Palmer; Lindsay McKenna; Margaret Way

From the snowy, wind-whipped prairie to the remote Australian Outback,

a cowboys loving kiss makes this Christmas merry and bright
The warmth and joy of Christmas will be combined in these stories with
vibrant ranch settings (and for Margaret Way, a setting in the Australian
Outback on a cattle station). The hallmark of all three of these writers
KEY SELLING POINTS are sexy Western romances with alpha heroes being tamed by a plucky,
The growing demand for adventurous heroine.
holiday-themed romance coupled
with the combined powerhouse
following of all three authors make THE SNOW MAN by Diana Palmer
this the must-read Christmas Medora Dawson needs Santa to deliver a solution to her management of the Colorado ranch
anthology of 2017! shes inherited. Cattleman Dal Blake just wants his pretty neighbors dog to quit digging
Mega-bestselling author Diana under his fence. This Christmas, the unexpected gift of love will surprise them both.
Palmer joins the Kensington list KASSIES COWBOY by Lindsay McKenna
with her Christmas With My
A brutal blue norther is battering Wyoming just in time for Christmas when solitary former
Cowboy contribution, the first
Marine Travis Grant finds his childhood sweetheart, Kassie Murphy, injured in her car just
Christmas-themed novella she has
released in years. Each of Diana beyond the ranch where he works. For Travis and Kassie, this snowy silent night will be one
Palmers many books has hit all of last chance to put the painful past behind themand treat the wounds only love can heal.
the bestseller listsin hardcover, HER OUTBACK HUSBAND by Margaret Way
trade paperback and mass market Scott and Darcey MacArthur were the perfect couple, devoted to their life together on the
paperback.
family cattle ranch. With one blistering rumor, it ended in heartbreakbut Scotts mother
New York Times bestselling has a scheme that will reunite them in the Outback for a holiday that will prove its the
author Lindsay McKenna offers season for forgiveness.
a novella that connects to her
popular Wind River Valley series praise for the authors
in this collection.
McKennas latest knowledgeable tale of military veterans coming to terms with civilian
Margaret Way is an
life is moving and real.
internationally bestselling
author whose USA Today Publishers Weekly, Starred Review, on Wind River Rancher
bestselling novels are a Its her stars slow love amid their many scars that make this book exceptional.
perennial reader favorite.
RT Book Reviews on Lindsay McKennas Wind River Rancher
Such an emotional, intense story. Youre driven to finish it and get to the very last page!
Category: Contemporary Romance Womans World on Margaret Ways Poinciana Road
ISBN 13: 978-1-4201-4469-7 Way brings their struggles to vivid life in juxtaposition with lush descriptions of the
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Authors Residence: Cornelia, GA You just cant do better than a Diana Palmer story.
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 Diana Palmer, the New York New York Times and USA Today
Times bestselling author of more bestselling author Lindsay
than one hundred novels, is McKenna is the pseudonym of
renowned as one of North award-winning author Eileen
Americas top ten romance writers. Nauman. With more than 185
She is a member of the Native titles to her credit and
American Rights Fund, the approximately 23 million books
American Museum of Natural sold in 33 countries worldwide,
History, the National Cattlemans Lindsay is one of the most
Association, the Planetary Society, distinguished authors in the
the Georgia Sheris Association womens fiction genre. She is the
and numerous conservation and charitable organizations. recipient of many awards, including six RT Book Reviews
Diana lives with her family in Cornelia, Georgia. Please visit awards (including best military romance author) and an RT
her online at DianaPalmer.com. Book Reviews Career Achievement Award. Lindsay is
aectionately known as The Top Gun of Womens Military
USA Today bestselling author Fiction. Please visit her online at LindsayMcKenna.com.
Margaret Way has written more
than 130 books, many of them
international bestsellers. She has
been published in 114 countries
and 34 languages. Her novels are
set in her beloved Australia where
she was born and lives to this
day. Her stories always contain the
beauty and rugged nature of the
rural and Outback Australia, as
well as the rainforests and coral reefs of Northern Queensland.
Please visit her online at KensingtonBooks.com/MargaretWay.

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A SIMPLE WISH
The Simple Gifts Series

Charlotte Hubbard

Acclaimed author Charlotte Hubbard returns with another one of her

signature heartfelt and heartwarming Amish romances. The Amish
residents of Willow Ridge share their talents at the Simple Gifts crafts
shopand share the blessings of faith, hard work, and love with their
communityeven when family secrets bring unexpected challenges.
KEY SELLING POINTS
Booklist named Promise Lodge a Making rugs for Simple Gifts has taught Loretta Riehl that an unassuming pattern can reveal
Top 10 Inspirational Fiction Novel surprising depth. People, too, have a way of defying first impressions. Drew Detweiler came
of 2016. to Willow Ridge under a cloud, but the handsome craftsman has gained the communitys
Amish romance has been enjoying respect for his upholstery skills and commitment to making amends for his mistakes. As her
tremendous popularity with new brother-in-laws twin, hes joining the family for dinners and Sunday visits at the Riehl
readers as evidenced by the sales house, and Loretta cant deny enjoying his attentions.
of authors like Cindy Woodsmall
and Wanda Brunstetter. If only her dat were willing to let a little joy into his life. Cornelius Riehl grows more stern
This is the second in a new series,
with each passing day, and Drew suspects theres more to his moods than missing Lorettas
connected to Charlottes highly late mamm. Hoping to fulfill Lorettas wish to live in a peaceful, happy home again, Drew
popular Seasons of the Heart sets out to learn the truth. Its a journey that will bring to light painful realitiesbut also the
series and will feature many of its chance to forge a new, honest, and loving future together
beloved characters, creating a
place readers will love to visit as praise for charlotte hubbard
Jan Karon did with her bestselling [A] charming novel set in a tight knit Amish communityA leap of faith.
Mitford books and Robyn Carr did
Simple Grace on A Simple Vow
with her Virgin River series.
Hubbard excels at weaving a feminist perspective into the daily realities of Amish life
Charlotte Hubbards first
hardcover, A Mothers Love, was The story goes beyond the stereotypes and describes with sensitivity and tact how strong
published in April 2017, a great women can uphold their communitys traditions, keep the faith, and forge new futures.
indicator of how much Charlottes Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
writing has grown in popularity
and demand has increased. Drawing upon her experiences in Jamesport, the largest Old Order Amish community west
of the Mississippi, longtime Missourian Charlotte Hubbard writes of simpler times and
a faith-based lifestyle. Faith, family, farming and food preservation are hallmarks of her
lifestyleand the foundation of all her Amish romance series. Shes a deacon, a dedicated
church musician, and a choir member. Charlotte lives in Minnesota with her husband and
Category: Romance their Border Collie. Please visit her online at charlottehubbard.com.
ISBN 13: 978-1-4201-3871-9
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THE SCOTSMAN WHO SAVED ME

Seven Brides for Seven Scotsmen

Hannah Howell

From New York Times bestselling author Hannah Howell comes a brand
new series featuring the MacEnroys, a family of seven strong, seductive
Scottish brothers who have come to America with nerves of steeland
who will take no prisoners when it comes to love

MARKETING PLANS A brutal attack on Emily Stantons family has left her for deaduntil she is found in the
Advance reading copies woods by a handsome stranger with a thick brogue who vows to protect her. Theres only
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advertising campaign company with such a man.
Early reviewer promotions For Scotsman Iain MacEnroy, Emilys high-tone accent is a bitter reminder of the oppressive
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and Kensingtons kLovers blue-eyed Englishwoman. But taking care of elegant, educated Emily begins to transform
program Iain in ways he never imagined. Could it be that the deep divisions from the old world no
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roundups, and feature coverage Scottish highlands themselves?
Digital marketing campaign
Kensington New Series
praise for hannah howell
marketing campaign The Queen of Scots romance returns with another unforgettable tale of the Murray Clan.
Extensive blog tour and ongoing
Howell knows just what emotion to touch to keep her fans satisfied.
blogger outreach RT Book Reviews on Highland Chieftain
Newsletter and email marketing Embodies all the best traits of the Murrays, and fans will enjoy the latest piece of the
and promotions family saga.Publishers Weekly on Highland Guard
Social media advertising
Born and raised in Massachusetts, her familys home since the 1630s, Hannah Howell is the
and promotion
author of over thirty Zebra historical romances. Her love of history prompts the choice of
Cross-promotion with When You venue, and also her dragging her husband Stephen, to every historical site she can get to. Her
Love a Scotsman (Zebra MM, fascination with the past makes research as much a pleasure as a necessity. It was a thrill for
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her to turn her love of history and writing into a career, one that allows her to share those
loves with others.

KEY SELLING POINTS

This novel is loosely inspired by Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.
This new series features Scottish Brothers who have immigrated to Civil War America in
a fun combination of fan favorite Scottish heroes with a little written about time period in
historical romance.
Hannah Howells newest historical romance series will appeal to fans of Karen Ranney
(Avon), Karen Hawkins (Pocket) and Amanda Scott (Grand Central).
Every Hannah Howell release since 2003 has been a USA Today bestseller.
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HEAD OVER HEELS

A Something New Novel

Jennifer Dawson

Country and city, strapping and petitethese new neighbors have

literally nothing in common. Are the fireworks crackling between them
pure irritationor something a whole lot hotter?

KEY SELLING POINTS With her professional reputation in tattersand her boss in jailSophie Kincaid has no
Contemporary romance is on choice but to move to small-town Revival, Illinois, until the dust settles, where her best
a major upswing and Jennifer friends have arranged a job and a house for her. For six months, shes pretty sure she can
Dawson has a knack for snarky, handle anythingeven her new landlord and neighbor, Ryder Moore. A magnetic 64
fun dialogue, hot sensuality, and a deputy sheri, Ryders good looks and habit of flirting with intent to seduce are an
close knit group of characters that infuriating distractionand to Sophies alarm, an undeniable temptation.
readers are currently looking for.
Ryder knows Sophies typeentitled city girland its not one of his favorites. Add in
Romance readers love a good
her snarky sass and her propensity for trouble and shes not exactly his ideal tenant. But
series, and the Something New
series, featuring the boisterous
something about the curvy little blonde fires Ryders imagination, not to mention his desire.
Donovan family and friends, has Soon enough their verbal sparring seems like a prelude to something much more physical
everything the market could and far more pleasurable. Is love right around the corneror just right next door?
wantcompelling characters,
hot sex, and a lot of laughs. praise for jennifer dawsons AS GOO D AS NEW
Building on the acclaim of the Dawson (The Name of the Game) captures the small romantic moments that make a
previous novels in the Something relationship workSkillfully weaving backstory into their current lives, Dawson has
New series, Dawsons sharp, witty developed full blown characters, spot on dialogue, and realistic emotions.
voice delivers an irresistible tale Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
of opposites attract that will have
romance fans cheering. Dawson doesnt disappoint with the fourth sizzling addition to her A Something New
seriesReaders will fly through Dawsons latest sexy and fun novel.Booklist

Jennifer Dawson grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and graduated from DePaul University
with a degree in psychology and currently lives in a suburb right outside of Chicago with
her husband, two awesome kids and a crazy dog. These days Jennifer can be found sitting
behind her computer, writing her next novel, chasing after her kids, keeping an
ever-watchful eye on her ever growing to-do list, and NOT checking out her husband.

MARKETING PLANS Robust blog tour and ongoing blogger outreach

Advance review copies Publicity outreach for reviews, round-ups, and
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Goodreads, NetGalley, and Kensington and authors social media platforms
Kensingtons kLovers program Social media advertising and promotions

Category: Contemporary Romance Sales History:

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Authors Residence: Take a Chance on Me, 2/14 (978-1-4201-3425-4)
Chicago, IL
eBook: 978-1-4201-4016-3
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HIS PERFECT PARTNER

Matched to Perfection

Priscilla Oliveras

Three very dierent Latina sisters. Three dazzling talents with

ambitionand passionto burn. And in this warm hearted, sexy
new series, from debut author Priscilla Oliveras finds three chances
to figure out if the path to success can also lead to lasting love

KEY SELLING POINTS Ad executive Toms Garcia shouldnt even be thinking about his daughters alluring dance
There is high demand for more teacher, Yazmine Fernandez. Burned by a shattering divorce, hes laser-focused on his
diversity in romance and fiction careerand giving his young daughter, Maria, the secure home she deserves. Plus, hes
in general. His Perfect Partner certain that with her talent, Yaz will be leaving Chicago and heading back to Broadway
and the entire series features a as soon as she can. But Yazs generous spirit and caring concern are sparking a desire
diverse cast of characters, with Toms cant resistand doesnt want to let go
an emphasis on Puerto Rican
culture, which is sorely For Yaz, good-looking workaholics like Toms simply cant be part of her life ever again.
underrepresented in She owes it to herself to get back her confidence and fulfill the dreams her pap could not.
contemporary romance. Shes glad to spend time with Mariaand taste the family life she feels she can never have.
While His Perfect Partner is her And shes sure that she and Toms can keep their attraction under control because theres
debut, Priscilla Oliveras is a so much at stake. But each unexpected intimacy, each self-revelation, makes the fire between
longtime member of RWA, holding them grow hotter with every stepand every risk to their hearts
various leadership positions and
has many connections within advance praise for HIS PER FECT PARTNER
the romance community. Warm, sweet and spicy in just the right amountsa delicious read!
The Zebra Shout program Kristan Higgins, New York Times bestselling author
means lower price points and
Page-turning plot, great characters, a sparkling debut!
an accelerated publishing
schedule to better introduce this Lori Wilde, New York Times bestselling author
new author and series to readers. Warm and witty, this wonderful debut novel from Priscilla Oliveras celebrates the best of
The author is a four-time Golden love and family. Looking forward to more from this fabulous author!
Heart finalist. Shirley Jump, New York Times bestselling author
His Perfect Partner has a dance
theme that will prove an extra Priscilla Oliveras is a four-time Golden Heart finalist who writes contemporary romance
hook to readers! with a Latino flavor. Proud of her Puerto Rican-Mexican heritage, she strives to bring
authenticity to her novels by sharing her Latino-American culture with her readers. Since
earning a MFA in Writing Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University, she also teaches an
on-line continuing education course entitled Romance Writing for ed2go. Priscilla is a
sports fan, a beach lover, a half-marathon runner and a consummate traveler who often
practices the art of napping in her backyard hammock. To follow along on her fun-filled and
hectic life, visit her on the web at prisoliveras.com or on Twitter @prisoliveras.

MARKETING PLANS Blog tour and ongoing blogger outreach

Advance reading copies Social media campaign including
Category: Contemporary Romance advertising, giveaways, bonus content,
Print and online advertising
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Email marketing and features via
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Pages: 352 Spine: 27/32 Pack: 48 and feature coverage
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Gainesville, FL (Kensington MM, 4/18)
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SWIFT HORSE
Cassie Edwards

Published for the first time by Kensington in a brand new beautifully

re-packaged edition, Swift Horse has all the drama, emotional intensity
and authentic regional flavor of American-set historical romance at its
best, written by one of the legends of the genre. (First published by
Signet, 12/05)
KEY SELLING POINTS
Cassie Edwards is a legend in the After witnessing the brutal murder of her parents at the hands of a savage, one-eyed warrior,
genre who has sold more than 10 Marsha Eveland swore shed never forgive his kind. But then her brother announces his plans
million books over her career. to marry Soft Wind, the undeniably beautiful sister of the Creek chief Swift Horse. Even if
Original sales on Edwards books Marsha can forgive what feels like her brothers betrayal, the past isnt so easily left behind. It
averaged sales of 250,000 to may be fear that forces Marsha to seek Swift Horses protection, but its an even stronger,
300,000 each. untamed feeling that keeps her near him. Wilder still is her growing desire to ride alongside
Available for the first time in his passionate spiritinto the unknown country of her fearless heart
a decade, this classic of the
historical romance genre is praise for the novels of cassie edwards
ripe to captivate a whole new A sensitive storyteller who always touches readers hearts.RT Book Reviews
generation of readers.
Excellentan endearing story filled with heartwarming characters.Under the Covers
Cassie Edwards has won the
RT Lifetime Achievement Award Captivatingheartwarmingbeautifula winner.Rendezvous
and the Reviewers Choice Award, Edwards moves readers with love and compassion.Bell, Book & Candle
and was named one of Affaire
High adventure and a surprise season this Indian romance.Aair de Coeur
de Coeurs top ten favorite
romance writers. Cassie Edwards consistently gives the reader a strong love story, rich in Indian lore, filled
with passion and memorable characters.RT Book Reviews

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WHEN IM WITH YOU

Linda Lael Miller; JoAnn Ross

Two of Americas favorite romance authors, New York Times and USA
Today bestsellers Linda Lael Miller and JoAnn Ross explore their wilder
side in this steamy collection of four novellas, repackaged for an entire
new generation.

KEY SELLING POINTS ONE LAST WEEKEND

Linda Lael Miller is a household College sweethearts Teague and Joanna Darby never imagined theyd end up on the brink
name. Each book in her of divorce. But when a ferry strike leaves them stranded together at their beloved beach
McKettrics trilogy debuted at cottage, the most awkward weekend ever becomes the perfect chance to fall for each other
#1 on the New York Times all over again
bestseller list.
BATTERIES NOT REQUIRED
JoAnn Ross is a New York Times Rodeo star Tristan McCullough isnt quite the boy Gayle Hayes left behind when she put
and USA Today bestselling author.
her Montana home town in her rearview mirror. Now that shes back, the spark still zinging
Readers who tend to be between them might just light up the rest of their lives together
superfans have shown an
increased interest in reading CAJUN HEAT
shorter length stories, which Emma Quinlan has to stop thinking about her former Cajun crush, movie star Gabe
makes an anthology like this Broussard, so she makes a list of all the things she wishes he would do to her and buries it
the perfect tool for author in a graveyard at night. Except Gabe somehow gets a hold of itand he intends to make
and series discovery. every blissful wish come true
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lindalaelmiller.com.
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author JoAnn Ross has written almost one
hundred novels and has been published in twenty-six countries. A member of RWAs Honor
Roll of best-selling authors, JoAnn lives in Tennessee. Visit JoAnn at joannross.com.

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DEAD AND GANACHE

A Chocolate Whisperer Mystery

Colette London

The fourth book in the Chocolate Whisperer Mystery series has

cacao consultant Hayden Mundy Moore traveling to France to visit her
archaeologist parentsand digging up some murder on her own!

KEY SELLING POINTS On a trip to the culinary paradise of Frances Brittany region, Hayden Mundy Moore is
Cozy mystery readers love all set to reunite with her chocolate-making mentor. The lovable old man is the head of a
food based series, and what long-established business thats about to merge with one of its cacao competitorsunited
food is more universally by a marriage between the two rival families. That is, until hes murdered during a
savored than chocolate! nighttime festival in the picturesque locale
The Chocolate Whisperer Mystery Was it a case of literal corporate backstabbing? Is there some connection to the Paris film
series enters a near empty crew thats invaded the victims chateau to shoot a music video? It could take forever to find
cozy mystery segment with only
out, considering the relaxed pace of the rural police. But with the unexpected arrival of her
JoAnna Carls Chocoholic
Mysteries focused on chocolate.
financial advisor, Travis, Hayden is determined to investigate, with only occasional breaks
for salted butter caramels and Breton buckwheat galettes. Its time to unwrap a killerand
Criminal Confections is in its get to the deep, dark center of a bitter crime
second printing!
Includes chocolate tips praise for colette london and her chocolate
and recipes! whisperer mysteries
Chocoholics and food cozy fans rejoice! With prose as smooth and delicious as its
MARKETING PLANS theme, this quality debut cozy introduces a smart protagonist with an unusual and tasty
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DIAL MEOW FOR MURDER

Lucky Paws Petsitting Mystery

Bethany Blake

The second in the Lucky Paws Petsitting Mystery series, Dial Meow For
Murder features endearing young petsitter Daphne Templeton, whose
Ph.D. in philosophy may or may not help her solve a murder case.

KEY SELLING POINTS Even an experienced pet sitter like Daphne Templeton can be fooled by animal behavior:
Second in an absolutely adorable how can an adorably tiny fuzz ball named Tinkleston be capable of sudden flying leaps
new mystery series featuring a with cat claws bared? But human behavior remains even more mysterious, especially when
hapless young petsitter. Tinklestons owner is murdered on the night of a gala fundraiser for Fur-ever Friends
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other animals are like, well, catnip Accompanied by her unflappable basset hound, Socrates, Daphne plans to take charge of
to mystery readers. Tinks the Terror and leave the crime-solving to handsome detective Jonathan Black. But
The heroine, Daphne Templeton while luring the prickly Persian out of hiding, she uncovers clues that might take suspicion
makes her own pet treats and o her own mother. Maeve Templeton already has a reputation as a killerin real estate.
each mystery will include original How far would she go to bag Sylvan Creeks most coveted property, the Flynt Mansion?
recipes.
To expose the truth, Daphne finds herself donning a deranged clown costume on an
autumnal adventure that might just be crazy enough to workif it doesnt get her killed.
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YULETIDE HOMICIDE
A Wiccan Wheel Mystery

Jennifer David Hesse

Its Christmas in Edindale, Illinois, and family law attorney Keli Milanni
is preparing to celebrate the Wiccan holiday Yuletide, a celebration of
rebirth. But this Yuletide, someone else is focused on dying

KEY SELLING POINTS After years of practicing in secret, Keli has come out as a Wiccan to her boyfriend, and she
This is the third book in the new, feels like this Yuletide shes the one whos being reborn. But the Solstice is the longest night
three-book Wiccan Wheel series. of the year, and Keli is about to stumble on a mystery so dangerous, shell be lucky to make it
Each book will be centered on a to morning.
different Wiccan holiday.
Paired with her unbearably stuy colleague Crenshaw Davenport III, Keli goes undercover at
Holiday-themed cozies are always a real estate company owned by mayoral candidate Edgar Harrison. An old friend of Kelis
strong sellers. boss, Harrison, is being blackmailed, and its up to her to find the culprit. But the morning
This series is rooted in the real after the company holiday party, Harrison is found dead underneath the hotel Christmas
world, with a heroine who is a tree. The police rule the death an accident, but Keli knows betterand shell risk her own
professional and a practicing rebirth to nab a missing killer.
Wiccan. While there are lots of
witchcraft cozy series, there are praise for jennifer david hesse
none that explore the real-world
religion and rituals of Wicca. Half mystery, half chick lit, with a filigree of paganism, this is a cabin read.
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The author, like her main
character, is a practicing attorney.
Jennifer David Hesse is an environmental attorney by day and an author by night. Born
and raised in Central Illinois, Jennifer now makes her home in Chicago with her husband
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KILT AT THE HIGHLAND GAMES

A Liss MacCrimmon Mystery

Kaitlyn Dunnett

Its July in Moosetookalook, Maine, and Scottish Emporium proprietress

Liss MacCrimmon Ruskin is prepping her wares for the annual Celtic
heritage festival. But as a sinister crime wave washes over the quiet town,
this years celebration might prove a wee bit more eventfuland
deadlythan tartan and bagpipes
KEY SELLING POINTS
The Liss MacCrimmon mysteries When a fire ravages the local bookstore late one evening, Liss immediately fears the worst
will not only appeal to cozy readers
for owner Angie Hogencamp and the two young children who live above the shop. After the
who appreciate small towns but
terrible blaze dies down, however, the family is nowhere to be found among the ruins. Its
also to Scottish enthusiasts.
as if the three just vanished into smoke. Or even strangerlike they never existed at all.
Celebrated author Kaitlyn Dunnett
was the Guest of Honor at the 2014 Disturbed by Angies disappearance and suspecting arson, Liss counts on the weekend-long
Malice Domestic Conference. Western Maine Highland Gamescomplete with a parade and fireworks displayto oer
Book club and large print rights a temporary distraction from the countless questions filling her head. But when the sound
have been sold for Vampires, of a gunshot leads Liss to selectman Jason Grayes dead body on opening day, shes drawn
Bones and Treacle Scones, A into a full-blown homicide investigation like a moth to a flame.
Wee Christmas Homicide, The
Is Moosetookalook suering from a streak of bad luck, or are the two grim incidents
Corpse Wore Tartan, and
Kilt Dead. connected? Unable to shake the notion that new victims are being targeted around town
and despite her worried husbands best protestsLiss races to nab the killer. And with her
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own life on the line, shell need to act swiftly. Because when it comes to this kind of game,
Jimmy Fallon.
somebody has to lose

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COMMITMENTS
The Seduction Series

Devon Scott

If charm, wit, good looks and success dont guarantee finding the perfect
match, what does?

KEY SELLING POINTS Erika, Vince, and Trey are three best friends from the nations capital drifting through a sea
Originally published by of love and lust. Each is searching for the one while running from all the broken hearts and
Strebor/S&S. drama they leave in their wake.
Second book in a duooriginally Erika is beautiful, intelligent, and confident, and has finally found her perfect man until
conceived as one novel, this issues in the bedroom threaten to strain the relationship beyond repair. Vince is a hopeless
romantic dramedy features the romantic artist who sees the potential in every woman he dates, until he is painfully forced
romantic escapades of three to admit failure with each one. And Trey saunters from one lustful encounter to another,
friends, Trey, Erika, and Vince.
casually going in and out of passing dalliances. But is his cavalier attitude just a way to escape
Fourth book in a new mass market the pain of Layla, the ex love-of-his-life, who ruined his heart?
dealDafina Books has acquired
the mass market paperback Then two mysterious women enter their lives, and suddenly the worlds of Erika, Vince, and
rights from Strebor Books to four Trey, collide. They must choose where their loyalties lie and how much they are willing to
previously published works by give up in order to find lasting love.
Jonathan Luckett. These books
were never available in mass praise for devon scott
market paperback and will now Scotts writing has an easy flow that will suck you in from the beginning and make you
be retitled and repackaged
wonder how you so quickly reached the end.RT Book Reviews on Obsessed
and published under the name
Devon Scott. Deliciously devious. A mouth-watering must-read. Devon Scott delivers the sexiest story
Like Mary B. Morrison and Carl imaginable.Mary B. Morrison, New York Times bestselling author
Weber, Devon knows how to
Devon Scott resides in Washington, D.C. and is the author of Unfaithful, Obsessed, and
weave an exceptional story full
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THE BUTCHER OF BAXTER PASS

Hells Half Acre

William W. Johnstone with J.A. Johnstone

Bestselling authors William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone turn up the

heat for one heck of a showdown with lawman Jess Caseywhen the
devil goes down to Texas

KEY SELLING POINTS They call him The Butcher of Baxter Pass, the notorious former Union General who
This is the third in the Hells Half massacred 200 Conferate prisonersjust because he could. Now its Sheri Jess Caseys
Acre series, following Hells Half unenviable job to protect the bloodthirsty murderer from those who want him dead, which
Acre in January 2017 and Cold- turns out be pretty much everyone south of the Mason-Dixon Line. When the Butcher
Blooded in May 2017. arrives in Fort Worthfollowed by the vengeance-hungry McNamara clanCasey has to
One of the few Johnstone series swallow his disgust and uphold the law, even if it means saving a mass murderers hide. But it
with a lawman as the hero, the wont be easy. Hes outgunned by a dozen ex-Rebel avengers who lost three of their kin to
Hells Half Acre books stand out on the Butcher and will shoot anyone who gets in their way. Unfortunately for them, Sheri
the Johnstone list. Casey is the one man whos brave enoughand crazy enoughto try and stop them
With its Texas setting and lone
wolf hero fighting for justice in the New York Times and USA Today bestseller William W. Johnstone has written over 300
old West, the Hells Half Acre books. Hes an author whose writing abilities span a wide range of genres, most notably
series will have strong appeal Western and suspense. His books include: The First Mountain Man, The Last Mountain
among Western readers. Man, Eagles, Preacher, Savage Texas, Matt Jensen, Winchester, Luke Jensen, and The Kerrigans.
On any given day, almost half Visit his website at williamjohnstone.net.
of the fifty top Westerns on
J.A. Johnstone debuted as a solo author with The Loner, J.A. works in collaboration with
Bookscan are Johnstones. In
William W. Johnstone and has authored The First Mountain Man, Blood Bond, Sidewinders,
the last two years, virtually
every one of his Westerns have Matt Jensen, The Family Jensen, Eagles, and the thrillers Stand Your Ground and Tyranny.
been Publishers Weekly mass
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THE DOOMSDAY BUNKER

William W. Johnstone with J.A. Johnstone

When the you-know-what hits the fan, where will you go? From the
bestselling authors of Black Friday, Tyranny, and Stand Your Ground
comes a shattering novel of the last days of civilizationand the final
battle for humanity

KEY SELLING POINTS Six weeks ago, former U.S. Marine Patrick Larkin purchased shares in a massive high-tech,
There are over a million copies in state of the art underground missile silo for his family. It was a decision based on easing
print of Johnstones contemporary his wildest, most unimaginable nuclear fears. But then reality strikes with devastating
political thrillers and they are his suddenness, razing cities in a searing flash across the nation, all of it witnessed by terrified
strongest eBook sellers. Americans on TV and the Internet. No one knows who pulled the trigger. No one knows
The Doomsday Bunker delivers if the last day on Earth will ever end. But Larkin and his family are the lucky onesor so
a ripped-from-the-headlines they think
scenario and a post-apocalyptic
Holed up in their fortified sanctuary, with a maximum capacity of three hundred people,
plot that will appeal to a
broader audience than his
the bunker is pushed to its limitsand so are the people locked inside. Tensions rise. Panic
previous thrillers. erupts. Outside armed marauders surround the bunkerand they want in. Larkin has to
convince the others they must work together as a team to survive. And they must kill without
The Ashes, Johnstones
mercy to stay alive
commercially successful,
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1980s envisioned survival in
praise for johnstones thrillers
post-apocalyptic America. This book will make a Democrats blood boil.
Doomsday Bunker is a return SurvivalistBoards.com on Stand Your Ground
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helped establish his career.
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Brace everyday Americans stand up and meet the enemy face-to-face.
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7/ 15 (978-0-7860-3607-3)
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New York Times and USA Today bestseller William W. Johnstone has written over 300 books. Hes an author whose
writing abilities span a wide range of genres, most notably Western and suspense. His books include: The First Mountain
Man, The Last Mountain Man, Eagles, Preacher, Savage Texas, Matt Jensen, Winchester, Luke Jensen, and The Kerrigans.
Visit his website at williamjohnstone.net.
J.A. Johnstone debuted as a solo author with The Loner, J.A. works in collaboration with William W. Johnstone and has
authored The First Mountain Man, Blood Bond, Sidewinders, Matt Jensen, The Family Jensen, Eagles, and the thrillers Stand
Your Ground and Tyranny.

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THE EDGE OF VIOLENCE

A Tim Colter Western

William W. Johnstone with J.A. Johnstone

Bestselling authors William and J.A. Johnstone continue the wild, epic
saga of Tim Colter with the building of the transcontinental railroad
and the making of the American Dream

KEY SELLING POINTS Twenty-two years have passed since Tim Colter and his family were ambushed on the
This is the sequel to Oregon Trail, forcing the young boy to find an unlikely ally in one-eyed mountain man Jed
Colters Journey. Reno. Now a widowed deputy U.S. marshal and Civil War veteran, Colter is finally ready
Colter is Johnstones youngest
to remarry and settle downuntil a dangerous new assignment becomes a life-or-death
hero, and may attract cross-over struggle for the soul of a town and the heart of its people
YA readers. The Union Pacific Railroad is laying down tracks connecting the great northwest to the
rest of the country. But two rival factions have set their sights on the town of Violeta.k.a.
MARKETING PLANS Violenceto gain control of the rails. Its Colters job to tame the rampant greed and
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wage a savage new war that will determine the fate of the Dakota Territory and the future
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New York Times and USA Today bestseller William W. Johnstone has written over 300
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Western and suspense. His books include: The First Mountain Man, The Last Mountain
Man, Eagles, Preacher, Savage Texas, Matt Jensen, Winchester, Luke Jensen, and The Kerrigans.
Visit his website at williamjohnstone.net.
J.A. Johnstone debuted as a solo author with The Loner, J.A. works in collaboration with
William W. Johnstone and has authored The First Mountain Man, Blood Bond, Sidewinders,
Matt Jensen, The Family Jensen, Eagles, and the thrillers Stand Your Ground and Tyranny.

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Pages: 352 Spine: 27/32 Pack: 48
Authors Residence:
Murfreesboro, TN

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THE OMALLEYS OF TEXAS

The OMalleys of Texas

Dusty Richards

Western Heritage, Western Writers of America and Spur Award-winning

author Dusty Richards unleashes the epic beginning to the OMalley
family saga, a new Western classic set in the lawless sprawl of an
unforgettable Texas

KEY SELLING POINTS As Civil War bloodies the nations ground, Texas Rangers Harp and Long John OMalley
This is the first in an entirely new patrol a vast, unguarded range, picking o the brutal Comanche while protecting the
Texas-set series, from one of the families of soldiers o fighting at the front.
most popular Western authors of Bullet by bullet the OMalleys distinguish themselves as two of the bravest gunfighters to
our time.
ever wear the Rangers star. At wars end, the Rangers are disbanded, but Harp and Long
Dusty Richards, after William John are not through fighting yet. They sign on with a cattle drive that will take them across
W. and J.A. Johnstone, is the most treacherous and deadly stretch of the American frontier: the long trail from Texas
Kensingtons most successful
to Sedalia. Beset by ruthless enemies inside and outside the camp, Harp and Long John aim
Western author. His novels have
all enjoyed a 65-75% sell-through
dead straight for the futurewhere a great ranching fortune awaits back in a Texas they
rate. will change forever.
Dusty has been the recipient of praise for dusty richards and his novels
numerous awards including the
Spur Award from the Western Dusty Richards is the embodiment of the Old West.Storyteller Magazine
Writers of America, the Will Dusty Richards is a throwback to the great Western storytellers of the good ol days
Rogers Medallion Award, the Zane Grey, Max Brand, Ernest Haycox and Luke Shortbut is all original. He knows his
Western Heritage Award, and was cowboys, knows the West, and always tells a rip-snorting story.Johnny D. Boggs
honored by the National Cowboy
Hall of Fame. Dusty Richards is an all-around top hand at western writing.
John D. Nesbitt, author of Raven Springs, Trouble at the Redstone, and others
In a 2011 readers poll, Dusty
Richards was named the Best When I want to read a Western writer who makes the West come alive, I pick up a Dusty
Living Western Fiction Writer by Richards novel. Dusty stakes readers into the real West at full gallop.
True West magazine. Jodi Thomas, New York Times bestselling author

Author of over 85 novels, Dusty Richards is the only author to win two Spur awards in one
year (2007), one for his novel The Horse Creek Incident and another for his short story
Category: Western Comanche Moon. He is a member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and
ISBN 13: 978-0-7860-3923-4 the International Professional Rodeo Association, and serves on the local PRCA rodeo board.
Price: $7.50/$8.50 Rights: World Dusty is also an inductee in the Arkansas Writers Hall of Fame. He currently resides in
Pages: 352 Spine: 27/32 Pack: 48 northwest Arkansas. He was the winner of the 2010 Will Rogers Medallion Award for
Authors Residence: Western Fiction for his novel Texas Blood Feud and honored by the National Cowboy Hall
Springdale, AR of Fame in 2009.
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MERCILESS
Mary Burton

New York Times bestselling author Mary Burtons Merciless is beautifully

repackaged and republished as a premium format mass-market for those
who might have missed it the first time around!

KEY SELLING POINTS NO PITY

Fans of Lisa Jackson (Zebra), Each skeleton is flawlessgleaming white and perfectly preserved, a testament to his
Carla Neggars (Mira), Allison skill. Every scrap of flesh has been removed to reveal the glistening bone beneath. And the
Brennan (St. Martins) and collection is growing
harder edged romantic
NO COMPASSION
suspense will enjoy Burtons
latest thrilling offering. When bleached human bones are identified as belonging to a former patient of Dr. James
Dixon, Detective Malcolm Kier suspects the worst. Dixon was recently acquitted of
Burton is a Romance Writers of
attempted murder, thanks to defense attorney Angie Carlson. But as the body count rises,
Americas RITA Award finalist and
an RT Book Reviews Critics
Kier is convinced that Angie is now the target of a brutal, brilliant psychopath.
Choice Award nominee. NO ESCAPE
Angie is no stranger to the dark side of human nature. But nothing has prepared her for the
decades-long legacy of madness and murder about to be revealedor a killer ready to claim
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and wonderful.RT Book Reviews
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Mary Burtons latest romantic suspense has it allterrific plot, complex and engaging
protagonists, a twisted villain, and enough crime scene detail to satisfy the most savvy
suspense reader.Erica Spindler, New York Times bestselling author

Mary Burton is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of suspense novels
including No Escape, Youre Not Safe, Merciless and Dead Ringer. She is a Romance Writers
of Americas RITA Award finalist and an RT Book Reviews Critics Choice Award nominee.
A Virginia native, she is a graduateof the Henrico County Citizens Police Academy, the
Richmond FBI Citizens Academy, and the Sisters in Crimes Forensic University program.
Readers can visit her website at maryburton.com.

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SAVAGE SON
Corey Mitchell

Repackaged and reissued, Savage Son tells the true story of Bart Whitaker,
a cold-blooded monster who murdered his mother and brother in
the hopes of profiting from their deaths. After years of prolonged
investigation, the shocking murder comes to light in bestselling author
Corey Mitchells riveting book.
KEY SELLING POINTS
A Texas setting is always a plus It was a night of celebration for the Whitaker family. Their son Bart was graduating from
for true crime, and murder in a college. But when Barts brother Kevin opened the door to their house, a masked intruder
seemingly ideal family-next-door shot him point blank. His mother took the next bullet, followed by Mr. Whitaker and Bart.
will appeal to true-crime fans. Blood was everywhere, but somehow Bart and his father survived
Contains sixteen pages of
To the cops the story didnt add up, and their investigation discovered a stunning web of lies.
shocking black and white photos.
Bart was living a double life. He hadnt been enrolled in college since his freshman year.
Kent Whitaker, the killers father, Instead of attending classes, hed spent his days playing video games with his friendswhile
wrote a book about the crime, planning to murder his family to inherit their million-dollar estate
titled Murder In the Family,
(Howard Books, 9/08), and hit Bestselling author Corey Mitchell takes us inside this chilling murder case to reveal the
the New York Times extended twisted motives of a seemingly All-American Boy-Next-Door who turned into a
bestsellers list. That book focuses cold-blooded killer now residing on Death Row
on a father who forgives his son
for committing a horrible crime, praise for corey mitchell
while our book focuses more on
the details of the case itself. Corey Mitchells life experiences made him a writer who could empathize with crime
victims in a unique and personal way. That empathy is evident in every true crime book
Mitchell was hired as a blogger
he wrote and is what makes his books heartfelt, compelling reads to this very day.
for the Discovery Channels
Hollywood True Crime Blog, Suzy Spencer, New York Times bestselling author of Wasted
part of the Investigation No one faces evil head on like Corey Mitchell.
Discovery channel. Gregg Olsen, New York Times bestselling author
Savage Son won a True Crime
Book Reviews Readers Choice Corey Mitchell wrote several bestselling true crime books including Hollywood Death Scenes,
Award as one of the years ten Dead and Buried, Evil Eyes, Savage Son, Strangler, Murdered Innocence, and Pure Murder. He
best books. was also the founder of the #1 true crime blog, In Cold Blog, and a contributing editor for
MetalSucks, the #1 website for heavy metal news. He co-founded Austins Housecore Horror
Film Festival and co-authored Philip H. Anselmos Mouth for War: Pantera and Beyond.

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WANDERER OF THE WASTELAND

Zane Grey

From the author of the classic Riders of the Purple Sage, Zane Grey, comes
this Western epic reissued by Pinnacle in 2017.

KEY SELLING POINTS Adam Larey rode into town alone, thinking finally that his troubles were over. He was
Over 40 million copies of Zane finished with the biggest problem in his lifehis brother, Guerd, a man who was plain
Greys novels sold! ornery through and through, with a dangerous mean streak that made him one of the most
The premier chronicler of the
feared gunmen in the West. Now, riding into a new town, Adam wanted to be done with
American West, legendary Guerd forever. But Guerd rode in just a few days behind Adam. And when the brothers saw
storyteller Zane Grey has each other, the old sparks of hatred started to fly. This time the tempers got too hotGuerd
captivated millions of readers pushed Adam a notch too far-and Adam knew that, even if it cost him his freedom, he would
with his timeless adventures of get Guerd out of his lifeforever!
life, death, gunfire, and justice.
This is the Old West in all its Born Pearl Zane Gray in Zanesville, Ohio, Zane Grey is noted for his careful research and
glory and grandeur. accurate portrayal of the American West. Though Grey trained as a dentist, he turned to
Zane Grey, some seventy years writing as a career in 1904, when his first book was published. Grey went on to write more
after his death in 1939, is regarded than 50 novels, most of them tales of adventure with a Western setting, including The Last of
to this day as one of the greatest the Plainsmen (1908), Riders of the Purple Sage (1912), The Thundering Herd (1925), Code of the
Western storytellers in American West (1934), and West of the Pecos (1937). His nonfiction works include Tales of Fishing (1925).
history. He has written Western Many of Greys novels continue to be extremely popular, and several have been adapted into
novels such as The Last of the motion pictures.
Plainsmen, The Heritage of the
Desert, Riders of the Purple Sage,
and Wildfire.
Wanderer of the Wasteland has
never been out of print since its
original publications between
1903 and 1923.

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AN ANGELS TOUCH
Heather Graham

Now available in mass market, this sweet, heart warming novel is the
perfect holiday read about forgiveness, redemption and the importance of
giving the gift of love at Christmas for Heather Grahams legions of fans.

KEY SELLING POINTS Don and Cathy Angel have never been apart since that fateful day they met in college. Now
Heather Graham has written over in their thirties and pursuing demanding careers in New York City, the two have only grown
200 novels and is a household more closely entwined. Until tragedy strikes
name among romance fans. When a hurtling train hits the couples car on a snowy Christmas Eve, Cathy and Don
Heathers recent releases are find themselves looking down at their mangled gray Beamerand their own bodies inside.
New York Times and USA Today Neither fully in this world or the next, they learn that in order to move on, they must
bestsellers. perform six miracles before midnight. But with no experience in the field of divine
Heather is a tireless self-promoter intervention, both are convinced their mission can only end in disaster
who attends numerous
conventions every year in addition But on this sparkling, silent night, these two reluctant angels will discover that there is no
to sponsoring yearly fan events at greater gift than the one we are all blessed to give: the gift of love
the RT Book Reviews convention
as well as her own annual fan praise for AN ANGELS TOUCH
event in New Orleans. A unique portrayal of the heavenly realm featuring a yuppie angel Gabriel. The realistic,
Readers are increasingly drawn punchy dialog is a plus for this short contemporary, with occasional flashes of humor,
to name-brand authors whom they healthy doses of sentimentality, and tidy solutions to a series of standard holiday crises.
trust and Heather Graham is one Library Journal
of them.
Just in time for the holiday season, powerhouse author Heather Graham Pozzessere
brings forth a heartfelt and heartwarming story of true love and sacrifice. Wonderfully
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and Kensingtons kLovers Entertainment Tonight. Please visit her online at theoriginalheathergraham.com.

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JUST A LITTLE CHRISTMAS

A Cowboy Christmas

Janet Dailey

Just a Little Christmas is the third all-American contemporary Christmas

novel set in the little town of Branding Iron, Texas, where Janet Dailey is
creating charming holiday traditions and beloved characters for a whole
new generation of fans.

KEY SELLING POINTS Ellie Marsden couldnt wait to shake the dust of Branding Iron, Texas, o her heels and
Christmas + rugged hero = huge chase after bright lights, big city, and a wealthy husband. Now shes come home, divorced, a
commercial appeal! little disillusioned, and a whole lot pregnant. Leave it to her one-time high school sweetheart,
Janet Dailey has strong name
cattle rancher Jubal McFarland, to point out that citified Ellie is as out of place in small-town
recognition with a built in fan Texas as her teacup Poodle. So why is there something about being backand being with
base as readers are increasingly Jubalthat feels surprisingly right?
flocking to name-brand authors Jubals seven-year-old daughter, Gracie, needs a mother, but he hasnt found the perfect
whom they implicitly trust.
woman. Or maybe the problem is that he did find her, and had his heart broken when she
Previous Janet Dailey Christmas left town. Gracies already falling hard for Ellie and that ball of flu she calls a dog. And no
stories have been both New York matter how hard the rugged cowboy tries to resist, theres no denying the appeal of first love
Times and USA Today bestsellers. and sweet new beginningsespecially when theres a little Christmas magic in the air
Kensington has an exclusive,
multi-book contract for new praise for janet daileys christmas novels
holiday books under the Janet
A classic roadside meet cuteDailey has always been a talented storyteller, and this latest
Dailey name.
is no exception; she breathes life into her winning characters in a holiday tale that is sure to
Janet Daileys Christmas books please fans of chaste contemporaries.Publishers Weekly on Christmas on my Mind
are growing in popularity with
each release as she solidifies her This previously unreleased Christmas story from Dailey, a legend in contemporary
brand with conservative readers romance, is simply heartwarming. This is the perfect gift for readers who want to get into
looking for a sweet, heartwarming the holiday spirit.RT Book Reivews on Long, Tall Christmas
holiday romance. Daileys newest romance brings to life the magic of Christmas.
Texas Tea & Travel on Long, Tall Christmas

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 Janet Daileys first book was published in 1976. Since then she has
written more than 100 novels and become one of the top-selling
female authors in the world, with 325 million copies of her books sold
in nineteen languages in ninety-eight countries. She is known for her
Sigrid Estrada

strong, decisive characters, her extraordinary ability to recreate a time

and a place, and her unerring courage to confront important,
controversial issues in her stories. For more information about Janet
Dailey, visit JanetDailey.com.

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DO NOT OPEN TIL CHRISTMAS

An Evergreen Lane Novel

Sierra Donovan

What happens when a Scrooge-like boss and a determined young woman

have to work together during the holidays? A Christmas of surprises is on
the horizon in Sierra Donovans next sweet contemporary romance in her
Evergreen Lane series.

KEY SELLING POINTS Bret Radner once dreamed of being a hard-hitting journalist, exposing corruption and
Warm, cozy love stories with writing Pulitzer-winning pieces. But heart-tugging circumstances kept him at the Tall Pine
hopeful, inspirational messages Gazette, where small town life, new neighbors, and human interest stories are the news. In
about the healing nature of the charge for the entire holiday season, Bret is determined to run the newsroom right. Yet with
Christmas spirit have been a too-pretty rookie reporter to train, he finds himself challenged on just about everything
increasing in demand and Sierra
Donovan delivers sweet love A waitress at the Pine n Dine restaurant, freelance reporter Chloe Davenport finally gets her
stories with dashes of humor, big chance to work full-time for the Gazette. But proving herself to her handsome boss wont
and good-natured characters be easy. He turns down all her holiday-themed stories and, in fact, doesnt seem to like
that captivate readers. Christmas at all. Yet, the closer Chloe works with Bret, the more she realizes that his tough
Taking inspiration from classic exterior conceals a hidden hurtand a heart she wants to fill with glad tidings of great joy
holiday tales, Sierra Donovans for many seasons to come
romantic tales are ideal for
readers who are avid fans of praise for sierra donovan and
uplifting holiday-themed movies her holiday romances
and TV shows as well as classic This story is like the perfect cup of hot chocolate: sweet, warm and nostalgia-inducing.
Christmas tales like A Christmas
Carol, Its a Wonderful Life, and
RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars on Do You Believe in Santa?
Miracle on 34th Street. Donovan packs this contemporary romance full of all kind of Christmas magic.
Sierra Donovan has been a Publishers Weekly on No Christmas Like the Present
Holt Medallion and SnowGlobe A charming holiday story that combines the magic of Its A Wonderful Life with the
award finalist and has won the warmth of A Christmas Carol. A lovely, feel-good story to be read in front of the Christmas
Golden Quill Award for Sweet tree with a cup of cocoa.
Traditional romance.
Donna Alward, New York Times bestselling author on No Christmas Like the Present

Sierra Donovan is a wife, a mother of two, and a writer, though not always in that order.
Her greatest joy is helping people find true love on the printed page. She believes in classic
Category: Contemporary Romance movies, Christmas, happy endings, and the healing power of chocolate. Sierras first novel,
ISBN 13: 978-1-4201-4152-8 Love on the Air, was a Holt Medallion finalist. Her Kensington debut, No Christmas Like the
Price: $7.99/$8.99 Rights: World Present, won the Golden Quill for Sweet Traditional Romance. Her series of Evergreen Lane
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novels consists of Do You Believe in Santa?, a finalist for the SnowGlobe Award, and We
Need a Little Christmas. Visit her website at sierradonovan.com.
Authors Residence:
Victorville, CA
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BECOMING BELLA
The Ghost Falls Series

Sarah Hegger

With the humor and emotional heft of Susan Elizabeth Phillips, Sarah
Hegger returns to picturesque Ghost Falls, Utah where women find the
courage to make big changes in their lives. When her new beau turns out
to be not what he seems, Bella may just get a second chance at love with
Sheri Nate Evan, whom shes crushed on since childhood.
KEY SELLING POINTS
Becoming Bella is the second in As long as she can remember, Bella Ericksons been the unocial sweetheart of Ghost Falls,
a new contemporary series Utah. And ever since Nate Evans dipped her braids in purple paint in the first grade, hes
about women who make big been her dream guy. Not that she minds the attention, but sometimes she wishes people saw
changes in their lives, and in more in her than just the girl who still has a crush on Sheri Evans. She has a life after all, a
doing so, find love. new bridal shop to run, and more mature relationships to pursue
Heggers characters are flawed
and realistic, and readers are sure Nate knows hes not good enough for sweet Bella. But hes pretty sure the new guy sending
to cheer our heroine on to her her heart emojis and giant bouquets isnt either. And when Bellas suitor turns stalker,
happy ending. protecting Bella isnt just Nates instinctits his duty. Crammed together for safety and
really talking for the first time in years, Bella and Nate cant fight the moment their
With phrase from both Publishers
Weekly and RT on her first chemistry turns into pyrotechnics. Whether it will burn them out or light up the sky, only
contemporary series, Hegger is time will tell
establishing a strong reputation
for her novels. praise for sarah hegger
Hegger also writes Medieval Hegger oers a breath of fresh air in the romance genre.
historical romances in digital RT Book Reviews on Nobodys Angel
format for Lyrical Press, which Heggers characters have real chemistry, especially in the bedroom.
exposes her to a wider audience.
Publishers Weekly on Nobodys Fool
This book has drama, this book has humor, this book has sadness, fast cars, snarky teens
and a HEA that is just beautiful.Harlequin Junkie, Top Pick for Nobodys Princess

Born British and raised in South Africa, Sarah Heggers career path began as a gainfully
employed actress, drifted into public relations, settled a moment in advertising, and
eventually took root in the fertile soil of her first love, writing. She also moonlights as a
wife and mother. She currently lives in Colorado with her husband, teenage daughters,
and two Golden Retrievers. Please visit her online at SarahHegger.com.
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HOME WITH MY SISTERS

Mary Carter

Against a stunning winter backdrop, fan-favorite Mary Carter brings rare

insight to the deep and complicated nature of sisterhooda bond that
endures far beyond childhood, and can always bring us home again. Now
available in mass market!

KEY SELLING POINTS Faith, Hope, and Joy. As children, the Garland sisters seemed to fit together as seamlessly as
Mary Carters latest novel their names. Banding together helped them survive their free-spirited parents, who moved
will appeal to fans of Holly from place to place and whim to whim, until their father took o for good. But as the girls
Chamberlin, Cathy Lamb grew up, they became virtual strangers.
and Wendy Wax.
This Christmas, they intend to spend the holidays in their usual way: far apart. But their
Home With My Sisters will ailing grandmother wants her girls around her once more, and Hope, always the peacemaker,
also appeal to fans of Christmas convinces her reluctant sisters to travel to Leavenworth, Washington. Hope is immediately
themed fiction and those
charmed by the unique setting, modeled on a Bavarian village, and by her grandmothers
who enjoy books about the
relationships between sisters.
handsome, mysterious neighbor. Still, theres scant trace of celebration within the Garland
family. Joys main motivation for visiting is to secure start-up funds for a coee shop. Faith,
Mary Carters acclaimed oblivious to her childrens unhappiness, is waiting until the holidays are over to announce
novels have been translated into
that her marriage is over and she has a new love. With a festive schedule of candy-cane
eight languages.
martinis, hot tubs, and snowball fights, Hope tries to expose and heal old resentments, but
moving forward as a family will take more than a little seasonal goodwill.

praise for HO ME WITH MY SISTERS

A fun, sweet read.Womans World
Carter tells of a dysfunctional family dealing with heavy issues, but genuine characters
and wonderful dialog make the story engaging. An excellent read for fans of Elin
Hilderbrands holiday novels.Library Journal
Many family secrets and revelations arise during this holiday stay, with resentments,
memories, and emotions bubbling to the surface. All relationships are tested, but Carter
ties everything together for a happy ending. Fans of the perennial Lifetime holiday movies
will enjoy this novel.Booklist

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London From My Window
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include: London From My Windows, Meet Me in Barcelona and
Three Months in Florence. Readers can visit her website at:
marycarterbooks.com.

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CHRISTMAS CARAMEL MURDER

A Hannah Swensen Mystery

Joanne Fluke

Queen of culinary capers, Joanne Fluke, cooks up the most delicious gift
of all: a recipe-filled Hannah Swensen holiday mystery!

KEY SELLING POINTS Christmas normally descends on Lake Eden, Minnesota, as gently as reindeer alighting on a
There are over 4 million of rooftopbut this yuletide season the only thing coming down Hannah Swensens chimney is a
Joanne Flukes Hannah Swensen case of murder
books in print and they have been The holidays have arrived, and Hannah and her good pal Lisa have agreed to provide all the
translated into seven languages.
goodies for the towns annual production of A Christmas Carol. But before anyone can say
The hardcover edition of Bah, humbug! a Santa-sized sackful of trouble ensues. Like the fact that Lisas husband
Christmas Caramel Murder will be playing Mr. Claus to his ex-girlfriend Phyllis Bates Mrs. Claus. Or that before the
debuted at #7 on the New York
curtains even go up Phyllis is found dead in the snowwearing a costume that the real
Times Hardcover Fiction
Bestseller List.
Mrs. Claus would put on the naughty list. Soon after, the suspects pile up faster than
snowdrifts in a blizzard, while a merry murderer remains on the loose. With clues even
In May 2015, Hallmark Movies & harder to find, it might take a visit from ghosts of Christmas past to wrap up this mystery
Mysteries premiered the original
in time for the holidays
movie franchise based on Joanne
Flukes bestselling Hannah
Swensen culinary mystery series.
praise for CHR ISTMAS CARAMEL MURDER
Murder She Baked: A Chocolate With a dozen delectable recipes from Hannahs Cookie Jar bakery, this holiday cozy will
Chip Cookie Mystery starring hit the spot with foodies and mystery fans.Library Journal
Alison Sweeney and Cameron Small town Minnesota life, familiar and well-drawn characters, the warm frame of the
Mathison became the
Christmas season, and a dozen delicious-sounding recipes add to this satisfying entry in
most-watched and highest-rated
movie debut in network history. a comfortable, always entertaining series.Booklist
The fourth movie, based on Hannah is as irresistible as a cookie fresh from the oven.Publishers Weekly
Strawberry Shortcake Murder, Joanne Fluke whips up a kitchen full of clever culinary mysteries.Mystery Scene
premiered on Hallmark Movies &
Mysteries in Spring 2017. A tasty escapist treat.The Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Includes a dozen holiday recipes!

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 Joanne Fluke is the New York Times bestselling author of the
Hannah Swensen mysteries, which include Banana Cream Pie
Murder, Wedding Cake Murder, and the book that started it all,
Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder. That first installment premiered as
Murder, She Baked: A Chocolate Chip Cookie Mystery on the Hallmark
Movies & Mysteries Channel, and has since been followed by four
Kimberly Butler

more TV movie adaptations (and counting!) based on the series and

starring Alison Sweeney. Like Hannah Swensen, Joanne Fluke was
born and raised in a small town in rural Minnesota, but now lives in
Southern California. Please visit her online at JoanneFluke.com.

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DEATH BY EGGNOG
A Bookstore Cafe Mystery

Alex Erickson

Krissy Hancock is staying in her adopted hometown of Pine Hills, Ohio,

for Christmas this yearand she even has a whole week o from her
combination bookstore-caf. But a killer is about to dampen her spirits

KEY SELLING POINTS Unfortunately, Krissys been roped into filling in for a sick elf in the local holiday musical
The Bookstore Caf Mystery extravaganza. With a demanding director, backstage gossip, and two men in fierce
Series offers cozy mystery competition for the starring role, it isnt all sweetness and Christmas lights. Then a murder
readers fun stories featuring puts a stop to the production, and Krissy is faced with a pageant of suspects.
some of their favorite things: a
Could her ex-boyfriend, a fellow elf, really be the culprit as the police are claiming? Or
small town populated by quirky
characters, a bumbling and will the actor playing Santa be trading his red suit for an orange jumpsuit? When her
relatable amateur sleuth, stacks behind-the-scenes investigation starts getting dangerous, the only thing Krissy really wants is
of books, lots of humor, cats to make it to Christmas dinner alive. But first shell have to finish wrapping up this case
and caffeine.
Death By Eggnog will appeal to
praise for the bookstore caf mystery series
lovers of cozy mysteries, This cozy will appeal to readers who enjoy Mary Daheims Judith Flynn or the
especially fans of Leslie Meier coee-shop setting in Cleo Coyles Coeehouse series.Booklist on Death by Tea
(Kensington), Cleo Coyle (Berkley) Right from the start, I was engaged in the storytellingA cozy mystery with chuckles,
and Carolyn Hart (Berkley). It
books, coee, cats and a bumbling amateur sleuthjust the right mix of mystery and
will also appeal to fans of
Christmas themed mysteries!
humor.Open Book Society on Death By Coee

Alex Erickson lives with his family and resident felines in Ohio. Readers can visit his website
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PURRING AROUND
THE CHRISTMAS TREE
A Pawsitively Organic Mystery

Liz Mugavero

In the New England town of Frogs Ledge, the Holiday Light Festival is a
Christmas tradition. Killing Santa is not. To bring joy back to the season,
organic pet patisserie owner Kristan Stan Connor will have to find
another Santa before its too late

KEY SELLING POINTS To the townspeoples delight, the annual lighting of the tree is a spectacular success.
Will appeal to readers who enjoy Unfortunately, Santa pulled up in his sleigh, DOA. At first Stan is sure its Seamus, her
Blaize Clements Dixie Hemingway boyfriends uncle, inside the red suit. But the victim turns out to be an employee from the
and Sofie Kellys Magical Cats towns Christmas tree farm. Rumor has it the deceased was a mean drunk with a soft spot
series (Signet). for feral cats. Stan has no idea why he was dressed as St. Nickor why hes dead.
A cozy mystery that not only fulfills Meanwhile, Seamus, a jolly Irishman who comes to America every December to visit his
fans whodunit cravings, but also pub-owner nephew, is nowhere to be found. Could he just be o on a Boston bar crawl? Or
offers information on keeping pets
is something more sinister under the tree? Seamus was supposed to be dressing up and posing
healthy.
for pet pictures with Santa at the shop, but the dogs and cats might have to find another lap
Includes recipes for gourmet to curl up in if Stan doesnt solve two mysteries soon. Or murder might be the only thing
pet treats, as well as organic under the mistletoe this holiday
nutritional tips for owners.
Kneading to Die (2013), the first praise for the pawsitively organic series
book in Mugaveros series, was
Its the literary equivalent of eating chicken noodle soup in sweatpants.
an Agatha Award nominee.
The Boston Globe on the Pawsitively Organic series
Large print rights for Kneading to
Die have been sold to Thorndike Good dialog and quirky characters.Library Journal on Kneading to Die
Press. An assured debut that will appeal to cozy mystery fans as well as animal lovers and
organic devotees. A fun and feisty whodunit that has infinite potential as the first in a
promising new series.The Examiner on Kneading to Die

Liz Mugavero is a corporate communications consultant and animal lover from the Boston
area. Her canine and feline rescues are her ocial tasters of the delicious organic pet treats
she bakes. Readers can visit her website at: lizmugavero.com.
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THE AMISH CHRISTMAS

KITCHEN
Kelly Long; Jennifer Beckstrand; Lisa Jones Baker

Delicious homemade food is a hallmark of the Amish, especially during

the Christmas season. So celebrate with this heartwarming collection of
Christmas romances honoring the Plain ways that nourish both the body
and the soul from these three outstanding authors.

KEY SELLING POINTS BAKING LOVE ON ICE MOUNTAIN by Kelly Long

With the success of Cindy Newly married, Clara Mast and Daniel Kauman have little to give but love during their
Woodsmall and Beverly Lewis, first Christmas season together. But generous hearts are always willing to be creative in this
Amish romance has been Gift of the Magi inspired story.
enjoying tremendous popularity
THE CHRISTMAS BAKERY ON HUCKLEBERRY HILL by Jennifer Beckstrand
with readers, especially at
Christmas time. When shy Katie Rose Gingerichs dat sends her to Huckleberry Hill to secure a marriage
proposal, she never expects to long for carefree Titus Helmuthor to hope that he might
This anthology features three
want to spend every Christmas with her
separate stories, each with ties to
a different popular Amish series. THE SPECIAL CHRISTMAS COOKIE by Lisa Jones Baker
Readers of Amish romance tend to A charity auction, an unexpected friendship, and a stubborn spirit combine in an unusual
be superfans which makes an courtship. But for Emma and Jonathan, overcoming obstacles is just one of the lessons to be
anthology like this the perfect tool learned about special blessings this holiday season.
for book and author discovery.
Beckstrand was nominated for a praise for the THE AMISH CHRISTMAS KITCHEN
RITA Award for Inspirational Kensington oers a tasting menu of Christmas baking-themed Amish romance novellas,
Romance and a RT Book
complete with companion recipes.Publishers Weekly
Reviewers Choice Award in 2015
for Huckleberry Summer (6/14.) Tender, redolent of nutmeg and cinnamon, and graced by the occasional goat, this trio of
Kelly Long was a Finalist for smile-inducing romances will appeal to inspirational fiction and Amish culture fans, while
the coveted Carol Award from bakers will appreciate the recipes at the end of each story.Library Journal
the American Christian
Fiction Writers.

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 Kelly Long is the author of the Jennifer Beckstrand is the RITA
acclaimed Amish Patch of Heaven nominated and award-winning
and Amish of Ice Mountain series author of the Matchmakers of
and has been a finalist for the Huckleberry Hill, and The
coveted Carol Award from the Honeybee Sisters series. Novels in
American Christian Fiction her Matchmakers of Huckleberry
Writers. Born and raised in the Hill series have been RITA Award
mountains of Northern and RT Book Reviews Reviewers

Alicia Johnson
Noelle Hall

Pennsylvania, you can find her Choice Award finalists, and

on Facebook at Huckleberry Hill won the 2014
Facebook.com/amishauthor. LIME Award for inspirational
fiction. Huckleberry Hearts was
named a Booklist Top 10
Inspirational Fiction Book of the
Lisa Jones Baker grew up near a Year. Jennifer has always been
small Amish town in Illinois that drawn to the strong faith and the
she frequented with her family on enduring family ties of the Plain
weekends. Lisa graduated from people. She and her husband have
Illinois State University and has been married for thirty-three
been on five out of the seven years, and she has four daughters,
continents. Raised in a Christian two sons, and four adorable
home, Lisa has always been blessed grandchildren, whom she spoils
Randall Kahn

with love and support. Please visit rotten. Please visit her at
her online at lisajonesbaker.com. JenniferBeckstrand.com.

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THE PERFECT PRESENT

Rochelle Alers, Cheris Hodges, Pamela Yaye

Make your heart merry and unwrap these delightful stories of

seasonal romance

KEY SELLING POINTS A CHRISTMAS LAYOVER by Rochelle Alers

Pamela Yaye, a popular When Navy SEAL Captain Noah Crawford and elementary school teacher Sierra Nelson
Harlequin author, is debuting meet on a plane headed east from San Diego, theyre glad to pass the time in friendly
on the Kensington list with this conversation. But when a freak storm grounds them, Sierra oers Noah a place to spend
Christmas anthology. the nightwith her extended family, all of whom assume theyre a couple. And as the
If you like Brenda Jackson, youll holiday spirit infuses every moment theyve spends together, they both begin to wonder if a
love this collectionthese relationship is a special gift they didnt expect
authors write similarly captivating,
THE CHRISTMAS LESSON by Cheris Hodges
sexy stories about men and
women in love.
Kayla Matthews isnt looking forward to heading home this Christmas. Divorced and
struggling, nothing has turned out the way she expectedincluding her childhood friend,
Fresh, modern stories that will DeShawn Carter. Now the high school principal, hes also the kind of man shes always
appeal to readers of womens
dreamed about. But before the holidays are over, Kayla has a chance to reclaim everything
fiction and even urban fiction
because of the edgy and spunky she once she thought she wantedand prove to DeShawn that they have a second chance
characters. worth celebrating
CHRISTMAS WITH YOU by Pamela Yaye
Celebrity stylist Maya Malone cant find anything joyous about the season, not since her
ex-fianc left her on Christmas Eve. But one look at suave, sexy sports agent Marc
Cunningham is almost enough to change her mind. Their instant attraction feels like the
best sort of present, except for one very large obstacleMayas NFL star big brother,
Marcs new client. It will take more than holiday spirit to convince everyone involved that
Marc and Mayas connection will make the angels sing

praise for previous dafina

christmas anthologies
This trio of light stories emphasizes renewed faith in love as three women cope with the
approaching holiday season.Publishers Weekly on Holiday Temptation
A sweet, sexy, and satisfying trio of novellas.Kirkus Reviews on Holiday Temptation
Hot, diverse, and modern, this eclectic trio make the season shine and will appeal well
beyond their classic target audience.Library Journal on A Christmas Kiss
Fun and twisty romance.Juicy on A Christmas Kiss

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 Rochelle Alers has more than Cheris Hodges always knew she
eighty titles and nearly two million wanted to be a writer. A graduate
copies of her novels in print. She of Johnson C. Smith University
is a regular on the bestseller lists, and a winner of the NC Press
often chosen by Black Expressions Associations community
Book Club, and has been the journalism award, Cheris lives
recipient of numerous awards, in Charlotte, North Carolina
including the Emma Award, where she is a freelance journalist.
Vivian Stephens Award for She loves hearing from her readers.
Excellence in Romance Writing, You can find Cheris on Twitter
the RT Book Reviews Career @cherishodges and on Facebook
Achievement Award and the Zora at Cheris Hodges. Please visit her
Neale Hurston Literary Award. online at cherishodges.net.
A full-time writer, Ms. Alers lives
in a charming hamlet on Long Pamela Yaye has a Bachelors
Island. Please visit her online at Degree in Christian Education,
rochellealers.org. and her love of fiction inspired her
to pursue a career in writing
romance. Pamela lives in Alberta,
Canada, with her real-life hero,
and adorable, but mischievous son
and daughter. To learn more
about Pamela, and her steamy
romance novels, visit online
at PamelaYaye.com.

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THAT MISTLETOE MOMENT

Cat Johnson; Kate Angell; Allyson Charles

From Kensington favorites New York Times bestselling author Cat

Johnson and USA Today bestselling author Kate Angell comes a novel
about three single women who take a thoroughly modern approach
to good old-fashioned romance, and wonder if the bestand most
complicatedgift of all is just a click, tap, or swipe away
KEY SELLING POINTS
Invisible boyfriend apps have
MADE UP
been in the news as the latest
technological twist on modern
Like a Christmas miracle, the Build a Boyfriend App lets you simply input the stats of your
romance, and this fun, timely book dream man, and witty texts, passionate emails, and hot Instagram pics start flooding in. No
will set That Mistletoe Moment more awkward questions or pitying looks as you face the holidays alone!
apart from other MIXED UP
holiday collections
But even the best technology has its glitches. When real-life emotions come into play, this
New York Times bestselling trio of twenty-somethings find themselves in a tangle of crossed signals, flying wrapping
author Cat Johnson has a wide paper, disastrous Christmas partiesand surprising kisses.
following and this is her first
holiday themed release. MATCHED UP
Kate Angell participated in Yet despite the confusion of their mistletoe misadventures, when the New Year dawns, these
Kensingtons popular holiday very satisfied women just may find themselves waking up with true love beside them.
anthology The Sugar Cookie
Sweetheart Swap as well as The praise for THAT MISTLETOE MOMENT
Cottage at Pumpkin and Vine. Utterly charming.The Washington Post
Contemporary romances with In this anthology of contemporary Christmas-oriented novellas, three women create fake
holiday themes are a perennial boyfriends via the Build-a-Boyfriend appWill appeal to romance fans who enjoy stories
bestseller in the category, of mix-ups and confidentor even arrogantmen.Publishers Weekly
with readers craving cozy,
heartwarming reads as the A New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Cat Johnson writes contemporary
season changes. romance in genres including military and Western. Known for her unique marketing and
research techniques, she has sponsored pro bull riders, owns a collection of camouflage and
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END OF THE LINE

Treasure Hernandez

Street lit favorite Treasure Hernandez brings readers a new novel about
a woman who depends on the protection of one man until she becomes
his obsession.

KEY SELLING POINTS J-Rite is one hundred percent blackhearted. New to the city of Grand Rapids but not new
Treasure Hernandez has to making money, she was born a straight gangster. The pint-sized exotic dancer turned
been a consistent top seller street hustler is caught up in living the Black American Hood Dream. She has no o
for Urban Books. button or filter when it comes to getting paid. With a team of murder-minded goons ready
End of the Line is suitable for to do nothing but win, win, win, J-Rite makes enemies of everyone, including the man
all clients. she loves, all because they dare to stand in the way of her being on top.

Treasure Hernandez was incarcerated in a United States penitentiary. Upon her release,
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THE SYNDICATE 2
Brick & Storm

From rising stars Brick & Storm comes the highly anticipated sequel to
The Syndicate.

KEY SELLING POINTS All hell has broken loose, and the McPhearson clan is right in the middle of the chaos. After
The Syndicate 2 is a great finding out their beloved foster mother, Claudette McPhearson, was anything but the sweet
follow up to The Syndicate old woman they thought her to be, Javon, Shanelle, and the rest of their siblings hit the
by Brick & Storm. ground running in order to keep the Syndicate operating and to keep themselves alive. That
The Syndicate 2 is suitable also means they have to lose some of the people they love the most.
for all clients. With the legacy of their mother and her plans for them in motion, the McPhearson
A third book is planned for children are operating on a broken foundation. Attacked on all fronts, Javon and Shanelle
the series, to be released in are struggling to keep the family normal, while following the criminal plans of their dead
November 2017. mother. The Syndicate is growing, and Javon is determined to bring in new blood while
looking for those who killed Claudette. Not to mention, something odd is going on with
MARKETING PLANS all of his siblings that threatens to rock the family to the core. Will the McPhearson clan fall
in order for the Syndicate to rise, or will the truth end the legacy before it can even begin?
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THE FAMILY BUSINESS 3

A Family Business Novel

Carl Weber, Treasure Hernandez

National bestselling authors Carl Weber and Treasure Hernandez

are back with their latest installment in the wildly popular Family
Business series.

KEY SELLING POINTS Vegas Duncans release from prison is right on time for his older brother Juniors
New York Times bestselling engagement to the voluptuous Sonya Brown. Unfortunately, Juniors attempt at happiness
author Carl Weber continues to comes to a screeching halt when Sonyas husband, the mysterious Brother X, and his army
dazzle and intrigue his readership of Muslim hit men declares war on the Duncan clan.
with the Family Business series.
Duncan family patriarch LC Duncan has gone up against many foes in his time and has
This mass market installment will always come out on top; however, hes never gone up against a religious fanatic like Brother
continue to capture new fans. X, who cares little about money and everything about principle. LC does have one card up
The Family Business 3 is suitable his sleeve to shut down X. The question is, will he wake up from his gunshot-induced coma
for all clients. before its too late?
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SHARING THE SHEETS

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HOW CAN I BE DOWN?

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THE JOHNSON SISTERS

Tresser Henderson

The Johnson Sisters is the dramatic tale of a close-knit bunch struggling to

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