Colors of Happiness Series by Annette G. Anders

Sometimes leaving is the only road home.Mimi Albizia, thirty and recovering from an upsetting and disheartening incident, is at the end of a six-month sabbatical in Verona, Italy. Before resuming her old life in Boston—where she has to face the cause of her upset again—she spends a final weekend in Venice to soak up the atmosphere of mystery and romance in its labyrinth of narrow streets and canals... moreSometimes leaving is the only road home.Mimi Albizia, thirty and recovering from an upsetting and disheartening incident, is at the end of a six-month sabbatical in Verona, Italy. Before resuming her old life in Boston—where she has to face the cause of her upset again—she spends a final weekend in Venice to soak up the atmosphere of mystery and romance in its labyrinth of narrow streets and canals. But after a fleeting encounter with Jake, she takes home something more than a lovely memory—namely, a yearning she can’t quench.Jake Bellini is in no rush to take over the responsibility of helming his family’s resort hotel on Martha’s Vineyard. At thirty-three, he prefers life at his uncle’s Tuscan vineyard, where he pursues his love for winemaking and keeps his relationships casual. Until Mimi stirs up new longings—and he realizes life is about much more than grapes and sunsets.With the centers of their lives thousands of miles apart, how can they overcome the gap between the weathered coast of New England and the rolling hills of Tuscany?BELLINI’S MIMOSA is a story about families, taking risks and following your heart. less

Everything has a past. And every past has a story.Losing her artisan café hurt Paloma Schlemmer more than breaking up with any boyfriend ever did. While setting new goals and planning out her future, she accepts a job at a friend’s catering business on Martha’s Vineyard... moreEverything has a past. And every past has a story.Losing her artisan café hurt Paloma Schlemmer more than breaking up with any boyfriend ever did. While setting new goals and planning out her future, she accepts a job at a friend’s catering business on Martha’s Vineyard. Alas, her pal's sexy, cool-as-mint brother soon shakes up more than her focus on work, and when ignoring her feelings doesn’t work quite so well anymore, Paloma finds herself not just in a pickle, but knee-deep in an entire dill barrel.And as if that’s not enough, when will her ex finally get that she’ll never partner with him again?Matt Bellini steels himself for another busy season at his family’s resort hotel—with neither time nor desire for dating. Until his sister’s new catering manager becomes a totally-unasked-for distraction. The more Matt is determined to ignore his unsettling longings, the more Paloma sneaks under his skin like no other woman. But when one misunderstanding breaks their fragile bond, Matt is at a total loss about how to fix it.Famously, trouble always comes in threes, and when old acquaintances approach Matt with some hair-raising requests, his meticulously-planned life threatens to spin out of control—a feeling he’s not used to. At all.What does it take for Paloma and Matt to jump into the cold water together and navigate the currents of love?PALOMA IN A PICKLE is a story of shattered dreams and believing in the future. less

Happily-ever-after is so overrated...Ditching her louse of a fiancé was the best thing Nicki Albizia ever did—although he might have a slightly different opinion about it.When Raymond III continues to turn up in Nicki’s life like a bad penny, visiting her sister on dreamy Martha’s Vineyard seems the best thing to do. Out of sight, out of mind—Nicki is so done with “numbered” guys!Luckily, the hunk who crosses Nicki’s path is really down to earth—and perfect for some unconditional summer fun... moreHappily-ever-after is so overrated...Ditching her louse of a fiancé was the best thing Nicki Albizia ever did—although he might have a slightly different opinion about it.When Raymond III continues to turn up in Nicki’s life like a bad penny, visiting her sister on dreamy Martha’s Vineyard seems the best thing to do. Out of sight, out of mind—Nicki is so done with “numbered” guys!Luckily, the hunk who crosses Nicki’s path is really down to earth—and perfect for some unconditional summer fun.Parker Haynes III joined the Army to get as far away from his family’s stifling expectations as his Black Hawk could take him—and he wouldn’t change it for anything!Until his ex-girlfriend drops a wiggly bundle in pink in his arms, and Parker has no choice but to reroute his life and turn to his family for help—which comes uncomfortably close to failing a mission.However, his plan to treat the situation like any assignment—go in, deal with it, get the heck out—goes awry when he falls head over heels for Nicki.NICKI GOT SPUNK is a touching story about overcoming hurdles and moving forward while staying true to oneself…and finding true love when you least expect it. less

Love isn’t science, nor is it written in the stars. It isn’t always patient either.Grace Petrucci strongly disbelieves in marriage—and divorce rates back her up. She’s happiest when she takes her Cessna into the sky, far above the fray of personal drama. Little does she know that the man she remembers as a nerdy teenager is about to send her into an emotional tailspin when they unexpectedly meet at a Las Vegas wedding. Doling out dating advice is easy for life coach Ashton Waterman... moreLove isn’t science, nor is it written in the stars. It isn’t always patient either.Grace Petrucci strongly disbelieves in marriage—and divorce rates back her up. She’s happiest when she takes her Cessna into the sky, far above the fray of personal drama. Little does she know that the man she remembers as a nerdy teenager is about to send her into an emotional tailspin when they unexpectedly meet at a Las Vegas wedding. Doling out dating advice is easy for life coach Ashton Waterman. Love, like life, is all about order, and it really isn’t too hard to develop a plan and stick to it. His own love life… Let’s say no one has ever compared to the girl who stole his heart years ago. So who can blame him for following Elvis' advice about “Now or Never” when Grace suddenly reappears in Ashton’s life?Find out in this against-all-odds romance how a night of unforeseen events turns Grace and Ashton’s world upside down—especially if what happens in Vegas doesn’t stay in Vegas… less