A Wedding on Bluebird Way

A Wedding on Bluebird Way
Author: Lori Wilde
Publisher: Zebra Books
Total Pages: 317
Release: 2018-05-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1420146785

A runaway bride sets the stage for four linked tales of romance by four beloved authors. The sun is shining, the garden’s in bloom and every detail is perfect as the wedding of the year gets underway at the charming Bluebird Inn. But when the Big Day becomes an even bigger fiasco, the surprises unfold in four entwined tales featuring the unforgettable Loving family . . . The moment for “I do” has arrived, and all eyes are on the bride . . . until she turns heel, hijacks a Ducati, and speeds out of town! Now everyone entangled in the wedding that wasn’t takes off on an unexpected adventure of the heart: A down-on-her-luck B&B owner who needs a little help finding her own bluebird of happiness. . . . A big city cop with small-town roots who pulls over the girl he could never have. . . . A jilted groom and a Type A wedding planner with mischievous twins who discover a little chaos can make life—and love—wonderfully exciting. And of course, the caterer, a hometown girl who risks getting burned when she reconnects with an old flame. That loving feeling is sweeping through tiny Serendipity, Texas, and second chances are turning into happy endings as sweet as the bluebirds coming home to nest . . . A Publishers Weekly Best Books of Summer Selection “These easily resolved love stories are perfect for a lazy Sunday read on a sun-drenched porch with a glass of sweet tea.” —Publishers Weekly

The Wedding that Wasn't

The Wedding that Wasn't
Author: Lori Wilde
Publisher: Zebra Books
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2019-02-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 142015060X

A runaway bride sets true love in motion—from the New York Times bestselling author whose “novels are always a delight!” (Jill Shalvis, author of Almost Just Friends) On the morning Felicity Patterson was born, a bluebird crashed into the bedroom window pane and died. The superstitious midwife announced that the baby would never know true happiness. Silly stuff, of course, and Felicity doesn’t want to believe the prophesy has anything to do with the string of heartaches she’s experienced. Or the fact that bluebirds haven’t been seen in Serendipity, Texas, for decades. In any case, things are looking up. Since the town’s leading family chose her B&B to host their daughter’s society wedding, The Bluebird Inn has become the hottest venue around. Until the bride says, “I don’t!” and blows out of town on a hijacked Ducati. Rumors of a jinx have guests canceling their reservations in droves—all except Tom Loving. The retired Army officer and amateur ornithologist hopes to lure the bluebirds back to Serendipity. What does Felicity have to lose? Only her heart, it seems. But maybe it’s time for her luck to change—and love to take wing . . . Originally published in A Wedding on Bluebird Way Praise for Lori Wilde “Lori Wilde writes characters who always speak to my heart.”—RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times bestselling author “Every now and then a book comes along that touches every emotion, from heart rending tears to belly laughs. The Moonglow Sisters is a one of those rare books. From the first line to the last sigh, it was amazing.”—Carolyn Brown, New York Times bestselling author

Forever Wild

Forever Wild
Author: Allyson Charles
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2019-06-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1516106288

Wild life is about to take on a whole new meaning . . . Dax Cannon never says no to a challenge. But when he discovers a sexy stowaway in the back of his truck, he realizes Annelise Ansel might be more than he bargained for. An artist, Lissa claims she’s leaving New Orleans for a fresh start in Michigan--which just happens to be where he’s headed with the pack of rescue dogs he’s delivering to the sanctuary he works for. But when three thugs threaten to take lovely Lissa off his hands, he realizes she’s in need of a sanctuary, too. Once Lissa is riding shotgun with her long, lean protector, she’s wondering if fate might have something better in store for her than a life in hiding. But when her hijinks threaten to take down the best man she’s ever had the pleasure to run away with, Lissa realizes it’s time to face her demons. Now it’s up to the two of them to fight through the danger to discover the life—and love—waiting on the other side . . .

Forever Home

Forever Home
Author: Allyson Charles
Publisher: Alice Weiss
Total Pages: 331
Release: 2023-05-26
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1944802401

Snuggle under your favorite blanket and brew that perfect cup of tea. This small-town, dog-lovers romance is the perfect read for your lazy afternoon. MUST LOVE DOGS — If Bradley had a dating philosophy, that would be it. He learned early in life not to take the little things for granted. Carpe diem is more than just a motto to him; it’s the standard by which he lives his life. Isabelle hasn’t met a plan she doesn’t like, and getting involved with Brad and his rescue shelter full of misfit mutts isn’t in her schedule. Between her job and her young daughter, she doesn’t have time to indulge in puppy love. But when she ends up in a pooch predicament, she and Brad can’t help getting their leashes tangled. Long walks lead to longer kisses. Before Izzy knows it, she’s making new plans, ones that include a house full of squeaky toys and candlelit dinners. But when she learns a trade secret that threatens the existence of Brad’s beloved shelter, she’ll have to choose between doing what’s right for her career, or doing what’s right for her and Brad. Animal attraction might have lit the fire of this relationship, but if it has any chance of surviving, Brad and Izzy are both going to have to learn some new tricks. Forever Home is a must-read for those who love small-town, opposites attract romances filled with heat and furball humor. It’s perfect for fans of Roxanne St. Clair and Jill Shalvis.

The Wishing Quilt

The Wishing Quilt
Author: Jodi Thomas
Publisher: Zebra
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2022-08-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1420153749

Texas is about to be wrapped up in love and homespun perfection with this new contemporary romance anthology featuring novellas from legendary, bestselling authors Jodi Thomas, Lori Wilde, and Patience Griffin! Three novellas weave tales of women whose quilting craft ultimately leads them down the path to love. THE SECRET WISH * Jodi Thomas The little town of While-a-Way, Texas, may as well be named Last Chance as far as Avery Cleveland is concerned. Running her late great-grandmother’s quilt shop is the only way to build back her life after losing her dancing career. But local sheriff Daniel Solis is stunned by Avery’s beauty and spirit—and hopes to show her how to stitch brand-new dreams together . . . WISH UPON A WEDDING * Lori Wilde Ellie Winter’s sister is holding a quilting bee as her bachelorette party, creating a memory quilt for their grandmother. If only the event weren’t happening at the ranch where Ellie spent childhood summers, now owned by the man she can’t forget. Four days surely isn’t enough time to fall in love again . . . but what about four long, hot, summer nights? WHEN YOU WISH UPON A QUILT * Patience Griffin Paige Holiday’s last visit to the International Quilt Festival in Houston ended in heartbreak. It seems like all the women in her family are unlucky in love. So at this year’s festival, Paige is focused solely on business, until a gorgeous cowboy crosses her path, ready to turn her life—and her luck—around . . .

Summer in the City

Summer in the City
Author: Lori Wilde
Publisher: Pocket Guide Series
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2021-05-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1496732677

Each connected novella in this fun, fresh Rom-Com anthology follows a different woman from a group of NYC friends whose plans to escape the summer heat with a fabulous girls-only weekend suddenly lose steam when an unexpected blackout cuts off power to all of Manhattan. But while the lights are out, enemies become lovers, acquaintances find they have more in common than a pack of matches, and the city really heats up! There's nothing like summer in Manhattan. The days are long and the nights are even longer. But when the lights go out in the city, fireworks explode... Night at the Museum by Lori Wilde Art restorer Ria Preston knows a thing or two about beauty. And when she discovers her neighborhood crush, gregarious Wall Street advisor Vic Albright, is stuck overnight in the Metropolitan Museum of Art with her, she can't resist taking him on a very private tour... Lights Out by Priscilla Oliveras Back in high school, Vanessa Ríos and Mateo Garza were theater troupe rivals. Now Mateo’s a rising Broadway star and Vanessa’s his most scathing critic. Cue a plot twist straight out of central casting: the two end up alone in his New York City apartment during the blackout, setting the stage for what could be their second act romance . . . ​Mind Games by Sarah Skilton What happens in college stays in college--unless you never get over it. In fact, Alison has been waiting to take her revenge on Nick, once the hottest guy on campus, now the hottest guy on the rising magician's circuit. But her plans to sabotage his first show are upended by the power outage. That's when the real magic happens...

Ghosted

Ghosted
Author: Allyson Charles
Publisher: Alice Weiss
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2024-01-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1944802479

A special forces operator who knows what he wants. A woman who will blow all his expectations apart. Marine Raider Tony Garcia holds himself to the highest standards. He expects no less from the women he dates. Polished, sophisticated, organized. He has a type and he’s happy to stick to it. But fate has a wicked sense of humor when it sends Bridget Sullivan veering into his path. Bridget is the epitome of unconventional. She’s a nerdy, foul-mouthed force of nature, and after her last experience in dating became a police investigation, she’s sworn off men. Especially ones who have the nerve to toss her over his shoulder to keep her from trouble. One who wouldn’t know fun if it came up and bit him on the butt. If Tony would stop being so dang sweet, if he didn’t fill out his shirt quite so well, then maybe she wouldn’t have such a hard time keeping her hands to herself. But when strange events start to swirl around Bridget, Tony will do everything in his power to keep the infuriating woman safe. Mysterious fires. Unexplained noises. Eerie lights in the night. It’s as though an unseen force is determined to tear her world apart. And that’s only the beginning of their trouble. Because something even more dangerous lurks in the shadows, and it’s set its sights on Bridget… Meet the men of Alpha Squad. Protective, strong-willed, and tough, they go hard after what they want. And when they set their sights on a woman, they’ll use every weapon in their arsenal to make her theirs. Each book in this series is a fast, steamy read, full of pulse-pounding action and sexy times.

Under the Christmas Tree

Under the Christmas Tree
Author: Allyson Charles
Publisher: Alice Weiss
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2022-07-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1944802320

Sadie was only supposed to be in Pineville, Michigan for the day, to take care of her grandmother’s estate. Being sentenced to one week of community service decorating the town’s jinxed Christmas tree isn’t on her schedule. Especially not when she’s been sentenced to work alongside the man who suffered hate-at-first-sight with her. Colt doesn’t have time for some BS forced volunteer work, especially not with the nit-picking perfectionist who demolished his truck. Nothing he does is right according to her, from the way he strings the lights to how he hangs an ornament. The chick is driving him crazy with her totalitarian tree decorating rules. Except…she’s actually sort of sweet. She’s got grit he can’t help but admire. And her love for Christmas might have him humming a carol or two in the shower. Their week of community service is starting to look a whole lot more like a present than a punishment. But Sadie never intended to stay in Pineville. And if she goes, so does any chance for a merry Christmas. Formerly published as The Christmas Tree/Tangling Under the Christmas Tree.

Dream Lover

Dream Lover
Author: Stacey Keith
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2018-07-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1516103912

In one little town in Texas, even toeing the straight and narrow might lead you to a joyride . . . April Roby believes in avoiding entanglements—and her beloved sisters have given her a master class in what heartbreak looks like. So, no matter who tries to fix her up, April is sticking to her thick manila folders and her frumpy beige skirts, and putting her time and energy toward helping the kids of Cuervo, Texas as a social worker. Her latest client, foul-mouthed fourteen-year-old Matthew McBride, would be enough on his own to keep two of her busy. And his big brother Brandon is a whole different type of problem. Brandon is the kind of muscle-bound, motorcycle-riding bad boy that no well-meaning relative would ever try to shove in April’s path. He’s prickly, he’s rude, and he’s downright obstructive. But there’s something about him that makes her want to take the smirk off his face the fun way. Neither one of them is looking for a fairy-tale ending. But in Cuervo, Texas, they just might get one anyway . . .

Courting Disaster

Courting Disaster
Author: Allyson Charles
Publisher: Alice Weiss
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2021-04-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1944802207

Connie has finally gotten her life back on track. As a newbie attorney, her first case is against the town’s public enemy number one, building contractor David Carelli. She’s had his number since high school, and wiping that smirk off of his face when she wins her lawsuit won’t just launch her career, but will make her happier than a half-off shoe sale. David knows he has a reputation in his hometown of Pineville. When he wants something, he goes after it. When an obstacle gets in his way, he knocks it down. He’s had to fight for everything he has in life, and he doesn’t much care if someone gets butthurt over his tactics. But there’s one woman he’s always hoped would have a different opinion of him. The one woman who seems immune to his charm. Connie is determined to keep their negotiations hostile, but he’s just as stubborn, and he’s ready to turn up the heat. Because now he wants Connie. And David Corelli always gets what he wants… Formerly published as WHY DID IT HAVE TO BE YOU?