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Wild Scottish Rose by Tricia O'Malley
Is a rose without its thorns any less beautiful? Shona Scott would much rather putter in her garden than deal with brides that get hysterical over floral arrangements. Fed up, she quits the wedding business and renovates a small cottage on her property for holiday rentals. Without the weddings crowding her calendar, Shona will finally get some time to explore a newfound talent... -
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Wild Scottish Gold by Tricia O'Malley
She was forged in heat, and he was the hammer that struck too close to her heart. Kaia Bissett came to Scotland for a fresh start. No entanglements. No mistakes. No mixing business with pleasure. But one impulsive, scorching night with a stranger shatters that promise—especially when the stranger turns out to be Thane Blackwood. Her new landlord, and apparently, her biggest rival... -
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![Wild Scottish Fortune by Tricia O'Malley]()
Wild Scottish Fortune by Tricia O'Malley
Can an artisan builder with a haunted past learn to break down her own walls? Orla Clarke is a master builder with a secret—she can see ghosts. Tasked with building Common Gin’s newest distillery in Loren Brae, Orla faces more than just architectural challenges... -
![Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!, Vol. 8 by Yuu Toyota]()
Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!, Vol. 8 by Yuu Toyota
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsIt’s A thirty-year-old virgin gets more than he bargained for when his newfound magical power reveals he’s the object of his male coworker’s affections! Four months into his transfer, Adachi is surprised to find that he and Kurosawa aren’t that far apart after all! Kurosawa travels to Nagasaki whenever he can, and the pair spend weekends together on the regular! It’s almost as if they’re settling... -
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![The Cupid Chronicles by Courtney Walsh]()
The Cupid Chronicles by Courtney Walsh
Some love stories are written . . . this one is magically delivered. Iris Ellington isn’t looking for love. Not even a little bit. With a long list of failed relationships behind her, she’s decided to reinvent herself as a person who doesn’t fall head over heels on the first date. New town, new job, new Iris. But someone—or something—has other plans... -
![Good Moon Rising by Tricia O'Malley]()
Good Moon Rising by Tricia O'Malley
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsEven mermaids fall sometimes…The ladies of The Laughing Mermaid guesthouse are renowned for both their beauty and their enchanting ways. Jolie, one of the owners, has only dated casually for years, as she is searching for the one man who has been foretold to be her future. When he arrives, Jolie is shocked to find him impervious to her charms... -
![Too Good to Be True by Tricia O'Malley]()
Too Good to Be True by Tricia O'Malley
Rated: 4.78 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWhen the oracle predicted that Mirra would need to be rescued…Mirra is shocked to find the premonition unfold literally. When Silas Somerborne races to save the day, and rescues Mirra from certain death, she knows immediately that he’s the one she’s been waiting for. And yet, no matter how hard she tries, Silas pushes Mirra away... -
![You May Be Write by Robyn Peterman]()
You May Be Write by Robyn Peterman
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsNo one in their right freaking mind ever said midlife was magical. Apparently it is. Or at least mine is…. Once upon a time there was a paranormal romance author who caught her husband in a compromising position. One divorce later, she’s free and ready to start her new life at forty-two. Right? Wrong. Divorced idiot ex: Check. Saved idiot ex from getting murdered by his new nasty gal pal: Check... -
![Whiskey & Witches by T.M. Cromer]()
Whiskey & Witches by T.M. Cromer
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen the golden Son sacrifices for the shunned One, only then can the curse be undone. .. Carrick O'Malley lost his wife in a tragic accident and is dealing with his heartbroken, mute son... -
![The Escape Plan: a whimsical romance by Katie Bailey]()
The Escape Plan: a whimsical romance by Katie Bailey
When there’s no escaping the plans life has for you…. Beckett McCarthy’s beloved Gran always taught him to find magic in mundane, everyday things. But since she died, he no longer feels any magic. In fact, he feels nothing at all. So, when he has an opportunity to spend a summer abroad in Serendipity Springs, he’s expecting little more than a change in scenery... -
![Life Ghost On by Jane Hinchey]()
Life Ghost On by Jane Hinchey
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWho knew a Bridal Expo could be so thrilling? Especially when you’re the bride-to-be with a meddling family and a flamboyant wedding planner named Seb. I thought everything was sorted for my upcoming nuptials with Kade Galloway, but Seb insisted on attending the expo. As soon as we entered Firefly Bay’s town hall, the noise was deafening, and the atmosphere was chaotic... -
![Single Dad in a Kilt by Kait Nolan]()
Single Dad in a Kilt by Kait Nolan
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThey say timing is everything, and for single dad Hamish Colquhoun, the timing couldn't be worse. With a new law practice to establish, a centuries-old farmhouse to restore, and the challenges of raising a tween daughter, romance is the last thing on his mind...Categorized as:
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Mourner For Hire by Caitlin Moss
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA romantic comedy about death, forgotten pasts, and unfinished business. Vada Daughtry is a professional mourner. For a fee, she’ll cry at your funeral, whisper invented memories, and spin tales of heartbreak. It’s a job that keeps her moving—and keeps her past buried. But when a wrong turn leads her to a roadside bar and a mojito-soaked night with bartender Dominic Dunne, something shifts...Categorized as:
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![Oberon by Macy Blake]()
Oberon by Macy Blake
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsSanta Paws is coming to town. When Dr. Miles Lane purchases Paws and Claus, a veterinary clinic in the quirky town of Mistletoe Falls, he doesn’t quite know what he’s in for. The small town offers a fresh start for Miles, his seven year old daughter, Holly, and their rambunctious Saint Bernard... -
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![The Escape Plan (Only Magic in the Building) by Katie Bailey]()
The Escape Plan (Only Magic in the Building) by Katie Bailey
When there’s no escaping the plans life has for you…. Beckett McCarthy’s beloved Gran always taught him to find magic in mundane, everyday things. But since she died, he no longer feels any magic. In fact, he feels nothing at all. So, when he has an opportunity to spend a summer abroad in Serendipity Springs, he’s expecting little more than a change in scenery... -
![Daisy's Vintage Cornish Camper Van by Ali McNamara]()
Daisy's Vintage Cornish Camper Van by Ali McNamara
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsWelcome to the gorgeous Cornish town of St Felix, where there's magic in the air. .. When Ana inherits a broken-down camper van from her best friend, she takes the chance for a quick trip to Cornwall - some sea air and fish and chips on the beach is just the tonic she needs. But St Felix has bigger plans for Ana... -
![Kate and Clara's Curious Cornish Craft Shop: The heart-warming, romantic read we all need right now (St Felix) by Ali McNamara]()
Kate and Clara's Curious Cornish Craft Shop: The heart-warming, romantic read we all need right now (St Felix) by Ali McNamara
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsWelcome to the glorious little Cornish town of St Felix - where romance and magic sparkle in the summer air. 'An enchanting escape to the seaside. Pure magic! ' Heidi Swain. 'St Felix has stolen my heart yet again; a perfect, sparkling, summer read. ' Cathy Bramley. Kate thinks all her wishes have come true when she opens her own little craft shop in the idyllic harbour town of St Felix... -
![Off the Wall: a whimsical romance (Only Magic in the Building) by Julie Christianson]()
Off the Wall: a whimsical romance (Only Magic in the Building) by Julie Christianson
She’s in search of her soulmate. He avoids love at all costs. These neighbors are a total mismatch … until serendipity steps in. Nori Sinclair has two goals in life: find the husband of her dreams, and purchase the beloved tea shop in her hometown, Serendipity Springs... -
![One More Wish by Lindsey Lanza]()
One More Wish by Lindsey Lanza
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsAlways be careful what you wish for. Maya Bloom has a secret. For as long as she can remember, all her wishes have come true. One quick plea to the universe, and whatever she wants is hers. The they always backfire. Which is why Maya is done wishing. Well, until her wedding day when she’s in desperate need of the truth...Categorized as:
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![Stranded with an Alien Vampire by Michele Mills]()
Stranded with an Alien Vampire by Michele Mills
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsStaying in a charming cabin in the Montana wilderness, during off season, sounds like a lovely vacay because I’m cheap. But it turns out someone else has rented this small cabin at the same time as me (ugh) and I quickly learn three things about this ferocious guy I’m double-booked. He’s handsome as hell in an edgy ‘dressed always in black leather’ kind of way. He’s not of this planet... -
![Petals and Plot Twists by Jenny Proctor]()
Petals and Plot Twists by Jenny Proctor
Unlucky in love Sophie Stewart might need a miracle to find her one true love…or maybe just a little bit of magic. Sophie Stewart knows a lot about plants. The rooftop garden she tends and beautifies is ample evidence of that. What she doesn’t know is anything about love, not with her long track record of always picking the wrong guy... -
![Good Girl by Tricia O'Malley]()
Good Girl by Tricia O'Malley
From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Tricia O'Malley, comes a brand new series about love, self-discovery and embracing your inner mermaid. She shouldn't be on this island. If she was smart, Samantha Jameson would turn around and march right back to the plane that deposited her at a faded hut of an airport on Siren Island... -
![A World Without You by Caitlin Moss]()
A World Without You by Caitlin Moss
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFive years ago, Olivia Baker was snowed in and stranded in a small town, unable to make it back to the city for Christmas. Five days later, she broke up with her corporate boyfriend in Seattle and made the rash decision to stay in the small town, promising to save the local paper and fall in love with the rugged country boy who knew how to sling an ax and make her weak in the knees... -
![Magical Mischief by D.K. Bolton]()
Magical Mischief by D.K. Bolton
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe once-dormant halls of Stonewick Academy are stirring, and Maeve Bellemore is at the heart of it all. With magic rekindling in the ancient corridors and long-forgotten allies returning, the Academy is on the brink of opening its doors for the first time in decades... -
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![High Intensity by Dara Joy]()
High Intensity by Dara Joy
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsWHAT IS HIGH INTENSITY? Silken Caresses. Steak bomb sandwiches. A hot press of lips. A haunted chef. Seductive touches in the dark. Spirits who gobble the haute cuisine. A master strategist. A miscreant ghost. And a very, very fat cat... -
![A Cup of Silver Linings by Karen Hawkins]()
A Cup of Silver Linings by Karen Hawkins
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFrom New York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins comes another “mesmerizing fusion of the mystical and the everyday” (Susan Andersen, New York Times bestselling author) in her Dove Pond series—and this time Ava’s famous tea leaves spell trouble ahead. Ava Dove—the sixth of seven daughters of the famed Dove family, and owner of Ava’s Landscaping and Specialty Gourmet Tea—is frantic... -
![Wicked Memories by Nina Bangs]()
Wicked Memories by Nina Bangs
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsReturn to the Castle of Dark Dreams, where USA Today bestselling author Nina Bangs lures readers into a world of pleasure, adventure, and revenge…. Thorn Mackenzie was a young Viking when he met Sparkle Stardust long ago. She used him and then abandoned him. Over a thousand years later, he has finally found a way to repay her... -
![Her Lucky Love by Carrie Ann Ryan]()
Her Lucky Love by Carrie Ann Ryan
Brayden Cooper has always been lucky. It's in his blood and in the coin that he has hanging on a leather tie around his neck. He has everything in the world he could ever want: money, a job, brothers he loves, and the luck that comes with his powers. Yet he's empty. Everyone but him knows he loves Allison, yet it's going to take something stronger than luck to bring them together... -
![A Tale of Cupidity: A Sweet & Spicy Short Story by A. K. Caggiano]()
A Tale of Cupidity: A Sweet & Spicy Short Story by A. K. Caggiano
Cupid Thalia’s precise plans get ruined when her winged workmate Markos shows up on a dire matchmaking mission. And then she makes a massive love-missile mistake. Thankfully, cupid magic doesn’t work on their own kind. .. or does it? This is a ~6500 word short story, and all proceeds will be donated to the ACLU.Categorized as:
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![Santa's Secrets by K.C. Wells, Meredith Russell]()
Santa's Secrets by K.C. Wells, Meredith Russell
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsAnthony has a secret. One Christmas Eve when he was twelve, he found Santa laying presents under the tree. He never told a soul. And the following year he snuck out of bed to see if he could repeat the event. Every Christmas Eve for more than forty years, he and Santa have met, only now, they’re friends. But although Anthony is ageing, Santa hasn’t changed since that first night... -
![Misfortune and Mr. Right (Only Magic in the Building) by Savannah Scott]()
Misfortune and Mr. Right (Only Magic in the Building) by Savannah Scott
When your nemesis is your next-door neighbor, falling for him is not part of the plan … but fate may have other ideas. Olivia Pennington has spent her whole life competing with Logan Alexander—and losing. From spelling bees to science fairs, he’s always been one step ahead, snagging the trophies, titles, accolades, and now … he’s after the promotion she desperately wanted... -
![The Second Chance Year by Melissa Wiesner]()
The Second Chance Year by Melissa Wiesner
In this unforgettable story full of charm, wit—and just a bit of magic—a woman down on her luck is given a second chance at fixing her life and trying one year all over again. Perfect for readers of Josie Silver and Rebecca Serle. Sadie Thatcher’s life has fallen apart in spectacular fashion... -
![Begin Again by Val Sims]()
Begin Again by Val Sims
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEden McBride spent her whole life coloring within the lines. But when her fiancé dumps her one month before the wedding, and she suddenly finds herself with nothing to show for all the love, time and energy she invested in her four-year relationship, Eden is done following the rules. -
![Trans Wizard Harriet Porber And The Theater Of Love: An Adult Romance Novel by Chuck Tingle]()
Trans Wizard Harriet Porber And The Theater Of Love: An Adult Romance Novel by Chuck Tingle
Trans wizard Harriet Porber should be riding high after crafting one of the most powerful spells of all time, a magical effect that brings you exactly what you need, exactly when you need it. Unfortunately, once unleashed upon the world, this spell causes nothing but chaos and is promptly banned... -
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![Furry United Coalition Bundle by Eve Langlais]()
Furry United Coalition Bundle by Eve Langlais
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsIt started with an energetic bunny and a grumpy bear. It continued with a geeky swan and her playboy bear. And then we encountered an ornery croc who couldn't help falling for a foxy lady. The three F. U. C. stories you've come to love are now available in one handy bundle. Hours of romantic and humorous entertainment. Contains previously released stories:. • Bunny and the Bear... -
![Third Time's a Charm by Marquita Valentine]()
Third Time's a Charm by Marquita Valentine
Rated: 4.07 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNote: Alternate/new cover edition for ASIN# B0096TKHAO. To the world, Alexander "Sasha" Romanov is a sexy, globe-trotting playboy that parties with the very rich and famous. But behind the façade exists a ruthless man willing and able to destroy anyone and anything standing in the way of his ultimate goal . .. until he meets Rose Holland... -
![The Fairy's Return and Other Princess Tales by Gail Carson Levine]()
The Fairy's Return and Other Princess Tales by Gail Carson Levine
Ever since Newbery Honor author Gail Carson Levine introduced the magical village of Snettering-on-Snoakes in the faraway Kingdom of Biddle, young readers have been laughing their way through her hilarious retellings of famous and not-so-famous fairy tales. Now, for the first time, the six beloved Princess Tales are together in one magnificent volume:...Categorized as:
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![The Pumpkin Spice Spell by Erin Branscom]()
The Pumpkin Spice Spell by Erin Branscom
In Wisteria Cove, love is messy, magic is real, and pumpkin spice fixes almost everything… almost. Willa Maren has a bookstore café, two meddling sisters, a witchy mother who swears by candle spells… and a big Tate Holloway is back in town. Her first love. Her heartbreak. The boy next door, who left, is now back, looking entirely too hot in flannel... -
![Once Upon a Time Travel by Sariah Wilson]()
Once Upon a Time Travel by Sariah Wilson
Once upon a time…. Recent college grad Emma Damon knows the Rose Room in Hartley Hall is off limits, which is exactly why she can’t wait to get inside. Once she enters the forbidden room, Emma learns more about the history of the museum than she ever intended to know. Waking up confused and shocked in 1816, all Emma wants is to return to her cozy home with flushing toilets and disposable razors... -
![Straight on Till Morning by FayJay]()
Straight on Till Morning by FayJay
Being a quick dialogue-only response to the fabulous Opening Ceremonies of The London 2012 Olympics, set in the Student Prince 'verse. Words: 1,452 complete. -
![Time for You by Elizabeth Davis]()
Time for You by Elizabeth Davis
What happens when a twenty-first-century woman falls for a nineteenth-century man? It’s up to destiny in a witty, captivating, and totally unexpected time-travel romance. Daphne Griffin is a first-year Minnesota resident in emergency medicine when she rides her bike into a man who appears out of thin air. Physically, he’s fine. Confused? Very...Categorized as:
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![From the Desk of Lady Miss by Keke Palmer, Jasmine Guillory]()
From the Desk of Lady Miss by Keke Palmer, Jasmine Guillory
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHopelessly sad and lightly drab Janet takes a spin with Lady Miss Jacqueline in this hysterically funny short story of a magical wig that turns a wallflower into the flashiest bulb in the room. Does Lady Miss go too far? Always! Lady Miss Jacqueline swears that hair makes a difference... -
![Bones and Arrows by Carolyn Haines, Kate Forbes]()
Bones and Arrows by Carolyn Haines, Kate Forbes
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLove hurts… In Zinnia a criminal Cupid turns into a case for Delaney Detective Agency. Gods, goddesses, slaves, centurions—all are gathered at Tinkie Richmond’s elegant home to celebrate the holiday for love. The costume Valentine’s party is the hot ticket in the Mississippi Delta. But Tinkie’s title of Queen Bee of Delta Society becomes jeopardized when her Valentine’s guests are all robbed... -
![Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered by Kerry Barrett]()
Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered by Kerry Barrett
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsA Kind of Magic... -
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![The Secret Recipe of Ella Dove by Karen Hawkins]()
The Secret Recipe of Ella Dove by Karen Hawkins
Rated: 3.92 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThree lives converge as a wildly talented baker returns to Dove Pond to face her past in this entry in the charming series that proves that sometimes miracles really do happen. .. Ella Dove is an acclaimed baker whose desserts spark vivid, cherished memories in those who taste them... -
![Love Monster, Vol. 1 by Riko Miyagi]()
Love Monster, Vol. 1 by Riko Miyagi
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 34 ratingsAfter failing the entrance exams to her school of choice, Hiyoko Osora gets an acceptance letter from SM Academy... -
![A Touch Enchanted by Sonia Hartl]()
A Touch Enchanted by Sonia Hartl
Rated: 3.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsViolet Fischer has lived in Zodiac Cove her entire life and has been in love with Donovan Latham for just as long. They’d been best friends since kindergarten, but when he left the island shortly after she confessed her feelings for him, she vowed never to let him know how bad his rejection crushed her. Their friendship survived the eight years they were apart... -
![A Real Man for Christmas by Brenda Lowder]()
A Real Man for Christmas by Brenda Lowder
Rated: 3.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsShe'll need a spark of Christmas magic to survive this holiday wedding. .. When Margot Adler visits NYC to be the maid of honor in her younger sister’s wedding, she finds herself desperately wishing she had a date. While wandering the city to hide from a never-ending task list, she’s captivated by a male model in a department store Christmas window display... -
![Simply Irresistible by Kristine Grayson, Kristine Kathryn Rusch]()
Simply Irresistible by Kristine Grayson, Kristine Kathryn Rusch
HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO. My name's Vivian Kinneally, and I can't believe this is happening to me. I just moved here to Portland, Oregon, to take over a business left to me by my favorite aunt --- nothing earth-shattering . . -
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Our Final Love Song by N.S. Perkins
Rated: 3.78 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsANOTHER SCORCHING SUMMER ROMANCE BY THE AUTHOR OF THE INFINITY BETWEEN US! Jamie and Emma’s relationship is on the brink of death. After five years of dating, the high school sweethearts have run their course. At least that’s what Emma thinks. While they are both highly-trained pianists on the verge of their big break, Jamie’s the only one who can’t seem to prioritize them, and she’s had enough...
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