The Baby Bet Series by Joan Elliott Pickart

Mr. November Name: Forrest MacAllister--confirmed bachelor/family man Marital Status: Single (but who needed a wife with all the MacAllister babies around?) Honors: MacAllister family Baby Bet Champion The most important thing in Forrest's busy life was his family and their quirky traditions, from angels-and-elves assignments to complicated Baby Bets. Until his very pregnant, matchmaking sister asked him to take on a special assignment…Jillian Jones-Jenkins... moreMr. November Name: Forrest MacAllister--confirmed bachelor/family man Marital Status: Single (but who needed a wife with all the MacAllister babies around?) Honors: MacAllister family Baby Bet Champion The most important thing in Forrest's busy life was his family and their quirky traditions, from angels-and-elves assignments to complicated Baby Bets. Until his very pregnant, matchmaking sister asked him to take on a special assignment…Jillian Jones-Jenkins. One look at the sexy brunette had Forrest thinking about things he never thought possible…like brides and babies and happily ever after. Unfortunately, the lady in question had a project of her own--getting Forrest MacAllister married…but not to her! less

Ex-cop Ryan MacAllister might be drop-dead gorgeous, but he was also aloof. Deedee Hamilton knew that he would never woo a wholesome family friend like her, yet one evening, the world turned topsy-turvey, and Deedee landed in Ryan's arms! Still, she feared his passion would be fleeting, but the MacAllister clan had begun betting...on a baby!

The Baby Bet THE BABY WAGER Sure, her best friend's brother was drop-dead gorgeous. But as long as Deedee Hamilton had known him, ex-cop Ryan MacAllister was also oddly aloof. So the matchmaking MacAllister clan might be wagering on Cupid, but Deedee knew better. No way would dangerously sexy Ryan ever woo a wholesome family friend like her... Yet one astonishing evening, the world turned topsy-turvy--and Deedee landed in Ryan's arms! Two hearts thundered. Countless kisses throbbed... moreThe Baby Bet THE BABY WAGER Sure, her best friend's brother was drop-dead gorgeous. But as long as Deedee Hamilton had known him, ex-cop Ryan MacAllister was also oddly aloof. So the matchmaking MacAllister clan might be wagering on Cupid, but Deedee knew better. No way would dangerously sexy Ryan ever woo a wholesome family friend like her... Yet one astonishing evening, the world turned topsy-turvy--and Deedee landed in Ryan's arms! Two hearts thundered. Countless kisses throbbed. Still, Deedee feared Ryan's passion would be fleeting, and their old relationship soon restored. But the MacAllisters merely smiled smugly. And collectively began betting on...a baby! Experience the laughter and love as the MacAllister men discover true love--and fatherhood--in THE BABY BET. less

The Matchmaking MacAllisters were at it again! And they'd targeted confirmed bachelor Ted Sharpe... Heck, the macho cop had merely befriended his needy new neighbour, pretty - pregnant - Hannah Johnson. He'd simply brought her a crib and a kitten, a dollhouse and daffodils. But did that mean he'd lost his heart to Hannah and her baby? That he'd be trading his little black book for a lifetime of loving one woman and child? Well, Ted began sweating.. moreThe Matchmaking MacAllisters were at it again! And they'd targeted confirmed bachelor Ted Sharpe... Heck, the macho cop had merely befriended his needy new neighbour, pretty - pregnant - Hannah Johnson. He'd simply brought her a crib and a kitten, a dollhouse and daffodils. But did that mean he'd lost his heart to Hannah and her baby? That he'd be trading his little black book for a lifetime of loving one woman and child? Well, Ted began sweating...because the infallible MacAllisters were betting on it! less

ANOTHER MACALLISTER BLESSING? He was just passing through town, when his life changed forever. Jack MacAllister, tried-and-true bachelor, suddenly found himself a little boy's #1 daddy pick. But the adorable tyke's single mom didn't seem as sold...and Jack sensed she was keeping secrets. But something about Jennifer Mackane made him believe he could trust her--could even love her--but he'd learned never to trust a lady. Then he discovered that not all of Jennifer's secrets were old... moreANOTHER MACALLISTER BLESSING? He was just passing through town, when his life changed forever. Jack MacAllister, tried-and-true bachelor, suddenly found himself a little boy's #1 daddy pick. But the adorable tyke's single mom didn't seem as sold...and Jack sensed she was keeping secrets. But something about Jennifer Mackane made him believe he could trust her--could even love her--but he'd learned never to trust a lady. Then he discovered that not all of Jennifer's secrets were old. One involved a baby, yet to be born. Jack's baby. Experience more laughter and love as the MacAllister family increases its fold! less

A reunion with the father who had abandoned his pregnant mother has unexpected repercussions for Andrew Malone as he encounters a family that regards him as an enemy and a beautiful doctor, a former runaway rescued by the MacAllister family, who is attracted to him despite her best intentions. Original.

When she needed a strong shoulder, a sounding board, or a champion, he was the man for the job. The bond of friendship between Richard MacAllister and Brenda Henderson was unbreachable. Then they shared one night together. Weeks later, Brenda discovered she was expecting. And, oddly, Richard seemed ecstatic. Willing - even eager - to announce her pregnancy to the world. But his enthusiasm seemed centered on the baby, not on Brenda. Sure, she was this man's best friend, the mother of his child.. moreWhen she needed a strong shoulder, a sounding board, or a champion, he was the man for the job. The bond of friendship between Richard MacAllister and Brenda Henderson was unbreachable. Then they shared one night together. Weeks later, Brenda discovered she was expecting. And, oddly, Richard seemed ecstatic. Willing - even eager - to announce her pregnancy to the world. But his enthusiasm seemed centered on the baby, not on Brenda. Sure, she was this man's best friend, the mother of his child...but would she ever be the wife he loved? less

Determined to foil the town matchmakers, Lindsey Patterson and Cable Montana agreed to act as lovers. And happily, the casseroles, cookies, courtesy visits and phone calls stopped coming. But they hadn t foreseen their plan s glaring glitch: falling for each other. Their passion was genuine, their feelings mutual. And jaded Cable discovered that even he had the capacity to love again. But Lindsey was another matter... moreDetermined to foil the town matchmakers, Lindsey Patterson and Cable Montana agreed to act as lovers. And happily, the casseroles, cookies, courtesy visits and phone calls stopped coming. But they hadn t foreseen their plan s glaring glitch: falling for each other. Their passion was genuine, their feelings mutual. And jaded Cable discovered that even he had the capacity to love again. But Lindsey was another matter. To get to the heart of her resistance, first he would need to learn her deepest secrets.... less

This title is the kick-off of a new follow-up miniseries to "The Baby Bet", to be called "The Baby Bet: The Next Generation". Surrounded by danger, Jessica MacAllister needed hard-boiled cop Lieutenant Dan Quinn, a new father to an orphaned girl. Dan stood by Jessica, for he had seen her fear, her passion, and her love for his little girl.

A ROYAL AWAKENING Born a triplet -- and eternally uncertain of her individual identity -- Alice MacAllister avoided family gatherings like the plague. Until duty demanded she attend a two-week wedding party, complete with visiting royalty. There, Alice met handsome, irreverent royal Brent Bardow, who tickled her funny bone, seduced her out of her shell and almost made her believe she could find herself in his blue, blue eyes... moreA ROYAL AWAKENING Born a triplet -- and eternally uncertain of her individual identity -- Alice MacAllister avoided family gatherings like the plague. Until duty demanded she attend a two-week wedding party, complete with visiting royalty. There, Alice met handsome, irreverent royal Brent Bardow, who tickled her funny bone, seduced her out of her shell and almost made her believe she could find herself in his blue, blue eyes. Well, what the heck? For two short weeks they could laugh, love and ignore the future they'd never have. But running out of time, Alice couldn't help wondering what it would be like to be this magnificent man's royal bride.... less

A ROYAL AWAKENINGBorn a triplet -- and eternally uncertain of her individual identity -- Alice MacAllister avoided family gatherings like the plague. Until duty demanded she attend a two-week wedding party, complete with visiting royalty.There, Alice met handsome, irreverent royal Brent Bardow, who tickled her funny bone, seduced her out of her shell and almost made her believe she could find herself in his blue, blue eyes... moreA ROYAL AWAKENINGBorn a triplet -- and eternally uncertain of her individual identity -- Alice MacAllister avoided family gatherings like the plague. Until duty demanded she attend a two-week wedding party, complete with visiting royalty.There, Alice met handsome, irreverent royal Brent Bardow, who tickled her funny bone, seduced her out of her shell and almost made her believe she could find herself in his blue, blue eyes. Well, what the heck? For two short weeks they could laugh, love and ignore the future they'd never have. But running out of time, Alice couldn't help wondering what it would be like to be this magnificent man's royal bride.... less

THE SINGLE MOM AND THE SEXY M.D. Mark Maxwell, now standing before his childhood sweetheart Emily MacAllister, was a drop-dead-handsome, successful doctor. Certainly no match for a single mom with twenty pounds to lose and clothing that resembled a walking rummage sale. A woman who lacked the confident poise to move in his sophisticated circle.... At least, that's what Emily thought until Mark gathered her in his strong embrace... moreTHE SINGLE MOM AND THE SEXY M.D. Mark Maxwell, now standing before his childhood sweetheart Emily MacAllister, was a drop-dead-handsome, successful doctor. Certainly no match for a single mom with twenty pounds to lose and clothing that resembled a walking rummage sale. A woman who lacked the confident poise to move in his sophisticated circle.... At least, that's what Emily thought until Mark gathered her in his strong embrace. His tender kisses melted away all her insecurities and emboldened her with a womanly desire. Emily wanted to believe that all things were possible. But would her fourteen-year-old secret cost them this second chance at love? less

COURTING CAROLYN... Adoption specialist Carolyn St. John had given up on ever holding her own baby. For Carolyn knew the handicap that distanced her from others barred a future for her and any man. And then she met Ryan Sharpe.... The architect was blatantly masculine, sexy and... downright irresistible. As a member of the extended, loving MacAllister family, Ryan seemed to have everything he needed. Including his pick of gorgeous women... moreCOURTING CAROLYN... Adoption specialist Carolyn St. John had given up on ever holding her own baby. For Carolyn knew the handicap that distanced her from others barred a future for her and any man. And then she met Ryan Sharpe.... The architect was blatantly masculine, sexy and... downright irresistible. As a member of the extended, loving MacAllister family, Ryan seemed to have everything he needed. Including his pick of gorgeous women. But his passionate pursuit of her and his searing kisses told Carolyn that he wanted only her. Dare Carolyn believe he'd still want her when he learned her secret? less

FIRST COMES TWINS ... THEN COMES MARRIAGE? Caitlin Cunningham was about to make the most heart-wrenching decision of her life. Thanks to a bureaucratic mix-up at the Chinese orphanage, this fiercely independent single mom had to choose between two orphaned sisters. The situation seemed hopeless. Until another solution presented itself --- marrying fellow traveler Matt MacAllister! The temporary marriage was supposed to solve her dilemma, but it left Caitlin more conflicted than ever... moreFIRST COMES TWINS ... THEN COMES MARRIAGE? Caitlin Cunningham was about to make the most heart-wrenching decision of her life. Thanks to a bureaucratic mix-up at the Chinese orphanage, this fiercely independent single mom had to choose between two orphaned sisters. The situation seemed hopeless. Until another solution presented itself --- marrying fellow traveler Matt MacAllister! The temporary marriage was supposed to solve her dilemma, but it left Caitlin more conflicted than ever. A man as driven by his work as Matt MacAllister could never be a family man. And yet his kisses and quiet strength told Caitlin that Matt was a man worth fighting for. Could she now make Matt see that he'd never find fulfillment ... without her by his side? less

Joan Elliott Pickart: - The first five novels featuring the MacAllisters had an average NSR of 44%. - To date, she has written 10 books featuring this charismatic family. - Her books consistently make the Waldenbooks bestseller list. - She has published over 40 titles with the Silhouette Special Edition and Silhouette Desire lines. Macallister's Return Bonus Features: - Family Tree - Character Profiles - Author Interview

AND DADDY MAKES FIVE Every woman at the Fuzzy Bunny Day Care Center secretly longed for handsome David Montgomery to look their way. But there was only one female in the single dad's life—his little girl, Sarah Ann—until he lost his memory in an accident and winsome mother of two Patty Clark made him an offer he couldn't refuse. Between her three-year-old and her infant daughter, Sophia, Patty never had a dull moment... moreAND DADDY MAKES FIVE Every woman at the Fuzzy Bunny Day Care Center secretly longed for handsome David Montgomery to look their way. But there was only one female in the single dad's life—his little girl, Sarah Ann—until he lost his memory in an accident and winsome mother of two Patty Clark made him an offer he couldn't refuse. Between her three-year-old and her infant daughter, Sophia, Patty never had a dull moment. But how could the day-care worker turn her back on this irresistible father and his adorable child? Having a man like David around the house was setting off the kinds of erotic sparks that made this single mom long to turn a temporary arrangement into a family for life…. less