Canyon Creek, CO Series by Lori Ryan, Kay Manis

A homecoming he never wanted ... Ben Sumner left the suffocating small town of Canyon Creek, Colorado ten years ago, and never looked back. Not for more than a visit. Even though his family helped found the town and owned a large piece of the mountain at its center, he always felt out of place. His father’s death has changed that, bringing him home to discover his parents leveraged everything to build a lodge on the family’s property... moreA homecoming he never wanted ... Ben Sumner left the suffocating small town of Canyon Creek, Colorado ten years ago, and never looked back. Not for more than a visit. Even though his family helped found the town and owned a large piece of the mountain at its center, he always felt out of place. His father’s death has changed that, bringing him home to discover his parents leveraged everything to build a lodge on the family’s property. Ben knows cutting costs is the only way to keep the bank from foreclosing on his family’s legacy. There’s only one person standing in his way: Maggie Lawrence, the high school crush who’d never spared him a glance. She might be just as beautiful as she was ten years earlier, but he’ll do whatever it takes to stop her. Maggie Lawrence fought harder than most to get to where she is today. She’s overcome her father’s cruel taunts and jeers, and found a place where she belongs. At the Lodge at Canyon Creek, she’s a valued part of the staff, and practically a member of the Sumner family. When the lodge owner, John Sumner suddenly dies, she’ll do everything in her power to carry on John’s dream, even if that means fighting the oh-so-sexy Ben Sumner every step of the way. Born to Be My Baby is the first book in the Canyon Creek, CO Series. It can be read as a standalone book. less

A second chance at love Elle Noble knows about loss. Her battle with cancer stole her chance at love, her hopes for a dance career and her dreams for a family of her own. Still, she’s found a life she’s content with, working alongside her brothers and father at their family resort. But Canyon Creek Mountain Ski Resort isn’t doing well. Tourism in the small Colorado town is down and working with the neighboring lodge might be their best bet to turn things around... moreA second chance at love Elle Noble knows about loss. Her battle with cancer stole her chance at love, her hopes for a dance career and her dreams for a family of her own. Still, she’s found a life she’s content with, working alongside her brothers and father at their family resort. But Canyon Creek Mountain Ski Resort isn’t doing well. Tourism in the small Colorado town is down and working with the neighboring lodge might be their best bet to turn things around. Joining forces with the Sumner family lodge means working with Emmett Sumner. He was her best friend, and the man she’s loved for most of her life. Until she foolishly let him go five years ago. Being so close to temptation and the object of her desire is enough to drive her mad. Mad enough to do something she shouldn’t. To hope again. Emmett Sumner refuses to love Elle Noble again. She’s broken his heart, twice. But when they’re thrown together for work, he finds himself falling all over again until he discovers she hasn’t overcome her need to keep secrets, reinforcing his determination to keep his distance. Trying to convince his heart to stay away might be a bigger challenge. Never Say Goodbye is the second book in the Canyon Creek, CO Series. It can be read as a standalone book. less

It was supposed to be a fling... Confirmed bachelor and former NFL superstar, Max Sumner, knows the minute he sets eyes on Devlin Darby, he wants her in his bed. The fiery photographer is temptation personified with her caramel eyes and inviting smile, and Max has never been very good at resisting temptation. When he takes her to his bed, though, she slips under his skin in ways he never imagined, drawing out the secret he managed to hide from everyone... moreIt was supposed to be a fling... Confirmed bachelor and former NFL superstar, Max Sumner, knows the minute he sets eyes on Devlin Darby, he wants her in his bed. The fiery photographer is temptation personified with her caramel eyes and inviting smile, and Max has never been very good at resisting temptation. When he takes her to his bed, though, she slips under his skin in ways he never imagined, drawing out the secret he managed to hide from everyone. Devlin Darby never wanted to be trapped. She likes her life just the way it is: carefree, wild, and all her own. Her one night with a sexy former athlete she couldn’t resist puts all that at risk. When she’s faced with the consequences of that night, she’s faced with a choice. Let an unwanted pregnancy trap her with a man she doesn’t love, or embrace and cherish her child without compromising her independence. As far as she’s concerned, pregnancy doesn’t have to mean she ties herself to the father for the rest of her life. Unfortunately for her, Max has other ideas, and he’s not a man to take lightly when he sets his mind to something—or someone—he wants. Thank You for Loving Me is the third book in the Canyon Creek, CO Series. It can be read as a standalone novel. less

USA TODAY calls Ryan and Manis the "ideal romance-writingduo."    He was on top of the world. She's at the bottom of the pile.    Heart surgeon, Aaron Sumner reigned as king in his field,but when a tremor takes away his ability to operate, his dream career disintegrates.After more than a decade away, he's coming home to Canyon Creek to figure out whohe is without a scalpel in his hand... moreUSA TODAY calls Ryan and Manis the "ideal romance-writingduo."    He was on top of the world. She's at the bottom of the pile.    Heart surgeon, Aaron Sumner reigned as king in his field,but when a tremor takes away his ability to operate, his dream career disintegrates.After more than a decade away, he's coming home to Canyon Creek to figure out whohe is without a scalpel in his hand. He didn't expect the woman who put himin his place at his brother's wedding to be the one to show him there's more tolife than an operating table and sleepless nights.    If Dr. Kayleigh Montgomery's upbringing among Boston's elitetaught her anything, it's that accepting help from others means letting themcontrol you. She walked away from the family money and moved across thecountry. With her vet business failing, holding it together seems impossible.Even more impossible? Ignoring the way her heart races when Aaron Sumner offershis helping hands.     They didn't plan to be lovers, and they sure don't want tobe friends, but in a small town like Canyon Creek, there's no avoiding theinevitable: falling in love.    With These Two Hands is book four in the Canyon Creek Seriesbut it can be read as a stand-alone book. Or start with the first book, Born tobe My Baby! less

USA Today calls Ryan and Manis "the ideal romance-writing duo." Find out why in this sexy, heart-warming new series! While this is book five in the Canyon Creek, CO Series , I'll Be There for You can be read as a standalone book. She’s searching for a purpose. He’s doubting his was ever real. As a successful political strategist, Jake Sumner is always prepared for disaster, ready to spin on a dime to meet any challenge... moreUSA Today calls Ryan and Manis "the ideal romance-writing duo." Find out why in this sexy, heart-warming new series! While this is book five in the Canyon Creek, CO Series , I'll Be There for You can be read as a standalone book. She’s searching for a purpose. He’s doubting his was ever real. As a successful political strategist, Jake Sumner is always prepared for disaster, ready to spin on a dime to meet any challenge. Until a stranger knocks on his door and announces he’s the father of a five-year old girl he never knew existed. Reeling from the news, and trying to connect with his daughter, he returns to his hometown of Canyon Creek, Colorado, hoping his rowdy family can help him make sense of the chaos that surrounds him. What he never counted on was falling in love…with his daughter, with his small town, or with Lina Bianchi. Lina Bianchi has lived a life full of regrets and spent the last six years in Canyon Creek trying to make amends—to her family and to herself. She helped to raise her sisters and is proud of where they are in the world, but she’s a little lost and adrift herself. Unable to find her true passion, she works odd jobs around town, falling in love with the people and the land she now calls home. But when a developer threatens to destroy the town she holds dear, she decides to take a stand regardless of her family’s wishes. Determined to win the battle, Lina turns to Jake, the one man in town who has the political background to help develop a strategy…and the one man whose hazel eyes make her body burn with desire. He’s in desperate need of some help himself, since his newly-discovered five-year-old is busy kicking his butt. They each have something the other needs. Political know-how for parenting tutorials. But when she finds out he’s working for the opposition, all bets are off. This is a battle she’s hell-bent on winning. But will the thrill of victory be worth the pain of losing her heart? Can these two discover the ultimate lesson, that a life lived for love offers its own rewards? I’ll be There for You is book five in the Canyon Creek, CO series. It can be read as a standalone book. If you love characters that make you laugh, make you cry, and grip you with emotions, you’ll love I’ll be There for You . Get to know all six Sumner brothers in this emotional, heart-warming series, available now. Born to be My Baby , Book 1 (Ben and Maggie) Never Say Goodbye , Book 2 (Emmett and Elle) Thank You for Loving Me , Book 3 (Max and Devlin) With These Two Hands , Book 4 (Aaron and Kayleigh) If That's What It Takes , Book 6 (Grant and Sophie) For more information and fun extras, check out our website at www.loriandkay.com less

You are cordially invited to the wedding of Max Sumner and Devlin Darby…maybe. Devlin Darby is pregnant with twins and about to tie the knot—two things she never expected. And she’s not quite sure she’s ready for either. Not only is she doubting her ability to walk down the aisle without tripping over her swollen feet, she’s afraid of becoming a wife…and mother. Max Sumner is ready to be a husband and a father…he thinks... moreYou are cordially invited to the wedding of Max Sumner and Devlin Darby…maybe. Devlin Darby is pregnant with twins and about to tie the knot—two things she never expected. And she’s not quite sure she’s ready for either. Not only is she doubting her ability to walk down the aisle without tripping over her swollen feet, she’s afraid of becoming a wife…and mother. Max Sumner is ready to be a husband and a father…he thinks. The one thing standing in the way is his fiancée’s own insecurities. But he’ll do whatever it takes to prove his love, even if it means walking down the aisle barefoot to make her feel beautiful. Can the supportive words of their family and friends bring Devlin and Max the confidence they need to say “I do?” Join the entire cast of the Sumner family and they’re friends as they descend upon Canyon Creek for the wedding of the season. Shoes optional. If you love characters that make you laugh, make you cry, and grip you with emotions, you'll want to read the entire series, available now. Get to know the sexy Sumner brothers in this emotional, heart-warming series. Please Note: This is a companion novella to the Canyon Creek, CO Series. You would benefit from reading books 1 through 5 first, all available now. Born to be My Baby , Book 1 (Ben and Maggie) Never Say Goodbye , Book 2 (Emmett and Elle) Thank You for Loving Me , Book 3 (Max and Devlin) With These Two Hands , Book 4 (Aaron and Kayleigh) I'll Be There for You , Book 5 (Jake and Lina) If That's What It Takes , Book 6 (Grant and Sophie) less