The Alphabet Sweethearts Series by Susanne Ash

She’s all heart. He’s all grump. Together, they’re about to bake up something sweeter than pie.When Tessa Arden moves to the cozy mountain town of Juniper Falls, she’s determined to honor her late aunt’s memory by entering the annual Harvest Festival Pie Contest. But there’s one little problem. Tessa can’t bake to save her life. Cue the grumpy-yet-irresistible Hale Fletcher, owner of the town’s general store and reluctant baking expert... moreShe’s all heart. He’s all grump. Together, they’re about to bake up something sweeter than pie.When Tessa Arden moves to the cozy mountain town of Juniper Falls, she’s determined to honor her late aunt’s memory by entering the annual Harvest Festival Pie Contest. But there’s one little problem. Tessa can’t bake to save her life. Cue the grumpy-yet-irresistible Hale Fletcher, owner of the town’s general store and reluctant baking expert.Hale prefers solitude to socializing, but something about Tessa’s sunshiney determination pulls him in. Against his better judgment, he agrees to help her tackle her aunt’s award-winning apple pie recipe. As they mix ingredients and swap stories, sparks start to fly in the kitchen—and not just from the oven.When a meddling rival stirs up trouble, their fragile partnership is tested. Will Tessa’s determination—and Hale’s guarded heart—be enough to turn their unlikely pairing into a recipe for love?Apple Pie Promises is the first book in The Alphabet Sweetheart Series, a collection of small-town romances as sweet and satisfying as a homemade dessert. Perfect for fans of grumpy/sunshine pairings, meddling neighbors, and happily ever afters. less

Can love bloom again where it once began?Lila Bloom has built a beautiful life in Juniper Falls, running the town’s flower shop and organizing the beloved Spring Blossom Festival. But when her high school sweetheart, Graham Hart, returns after nearly three decades away, old memories—and old wounds—resurface.Graham never planned to come back to Juniper Falls, but caring for his ailing father has brought him home. Seeing Lila again is both a comfort and a challenge... moreCan love bloom again where it once began?Lila Bloom has built a beautiful life in Juniper Falls, running the town’s flower shop and organizing the beloved Spring Blossom Festival. But when her high school sweetheart, Graham Hart, returns after nearly three decades away, old memories—and old wounds—resurface.Graham never planned to come back to Juniper Falls, but caring for his ailing father has brought him home. Seeing Lila again is both a comfort and a challenge. The girl he once loved has grown into a vibrant, independent woman, but the hurt he left behind still lingers between them.Thrown together to prepare the festival’s centerpiece garden, Lila and Graham must confront their shared past while navigating the unspoken feelings that still bloom between them. As whispered doubts and fears threaten to pull them apart again, they’ll need to find the courage to believe in second chances—and the love that never truly faded.Blossoms and Beginnings is a heartwarming later-in-life romance filled with small-town charm, bittersweet memories, and the healing power of love. less

She left to chase her dreams. He stayed to rebuild his. Can a love they thought was lost bloom again? Andrew Carter thought he had his future all planned out—marriage to Emma Hawthorne, a shared life filled with love, and a family in their small hometown. But when Emma left to follow her artistic dreams, Andrew was left picking up the pieces of his heart. Now, years later, he’s built a life of his own, pouring his energy into Novel Sips, Juniper Falls’ favorite coffee shop and bookstore... moreShe left to chase her dreams. He stayed to rebuild his. Can a love they thought was lost bloom again? Andrew Carter thought he had his future all planned out—marriage to Emma Hawthorne, a shared life filled with love, and a family in their small hometown. But when Emma left to follow her artistic dreams, Andrew was left picking up the pieces of his heart. Now, years later, he’s built a life of his own, pouring his energy into Novel Sips, Juniper Falls’ favorite coffee shop and bookstore.Emma never intended to break Andrew’s heart or to lose him entirely. When she discovered she was pregnant, she tried to reach him, but Andrew had disappeared. Now, their son Charlie is asking questions Emma can’t answer, and she’s tracked Andrew to the town he calls home. Walking into Novel Sips and seeing Andrew again brings back all the memories and all the feelings she thought she’d buried.Andrew isn’t sure he can forgive Emma for leaving, even as old sparks reignite. And when he learns about Charlie, the son he never knew he had, the emotions between them grow even more complicated. As they navigate the past and their unexpected present, can Andrew and Emma find the courage to let go of old wounds and trust in the possibility of a second chance?Dandelion Dreams is a heartwarming second-chance romance about family, forgiveness, and finding love where you least expect it. Perfect for fans of small-town stories and happily-ever-afters that leave you smiling.It is part of the Alphabet Sweetheart series, twenty-six sweet romances set in Juniper Falls. These fun, quick reads will quickly become your favorite new escape. Check out all the books in the series, starting Apple Pie PromisesBlossoms & New BeginningsCoffeehouse ConfessionsDandelion DreamsFirefly NightsEchoes Of The HeartAnd many more to come ... less

He’s a grumpy chef with a struggling restaurant. She’s the sunshine gardener who might be his only hope. Can they find the recipe for love? Or will their differences spoil everything? Daniel Hartman’s dream of running a successful farm-to-table restaurant in Juniper Falls is crumbling. With customers flocking to the local diner, his once-bold vision is on the brink of failure... moreHe’s a grumpy chef with a struggling restaurant. She’s the sunshine gardener who might be his only hope. Can they find the recipe for love? Or will their differences spoil everything? Daniel Hartman’s dream of running a successful farm-to-table restaurant in Juniper Falls is crumbling. With customers flocking to the local diner, his once-bold vision is on the brink of failure. The last thing he needs is unsolicited advice from Rose Delaney, the overly cheerful gardener who insists fresh herbs and cooking classes at the community center are the solution to his problems. Her optimism drives him crazy—and yet, he can’t seem to get her out of his head.Rose Delaney escaped a high-stress life in the city to embrace the slower pace of her hometown, pouring her heart into the community center’s kitchen garden. She’s determined to help Daniel, even if his grouchy demeanor tests her patience. Beneath his gruff exterior, she sees a man with a passion for food and a heart he’s too afraid to show.As their partnership blossoms, so does an undeniable attraction they’re both determined to ignore. But when Daniel is offered an opportunity that could save his career—but take him far from Juniper Falls—Rose must confront her fear of losing herself again. And Daniel must decide if success is worth sacrificing the chance to grow roots with Rose.Can a grumpy chef and a sunshine gardener cultivate the love they both secretly crave, or will their differences pull them apart?Garden Gate Wishes is a sweet, heartwarming romance filled with laughter, heartfelt moments, and a love that grows with every turn of the page.It is part of the Alphabet Sweetheart series, twenty-six sweet romances set in Juniper Falls. These fun, quick reads will quickly become your favorite new escape. Check out all the books in the series, starting Pie PromisesBlossoms & New BeginningsCoffeehouse ConfessionsDandelion DreamsEchoes Of The HeartFirefly NightsGarden Gate WishesHeartstrings In HarmonyIce Cream KissesJust One LookAnd many more to come… less