When Margaret Madison cuddled little Alison in her arms, she knew she wanted to be this needy child's mother. It didn't matter that she'd just turned forty–six. It didn't matter that she'd just married off her other "baby."
But it did matter that she'd just fallen in love with the most eligible bachelor in Texas.
Because Gibson McKinley, the man who'd courted her, kissed her, made her feel desirable again, had vowed never to remarry, let alone become some Texas toddler's daddy.
THAT'S MY BABY! Sometimes bringing up baby can bring surprises and showers of love!
Mountain Man
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HE WAS NO SIR GALAHAD
Town rebel Hank Mason grew up to be all harsh angles and scowls, as untamed and unforgiving as his mountain retreat. So how did two newcomers to Tulaca a scrappy spitfire and her solemn little son get a toehold in Hank's granite facade? Why did he suddenly want to slay their dragons?
Fact was, Gloria and Jamey Pellman proved as prickly as Hank. Still, they wrapped a fist around his stony heart and squeezed. Jamey learned to laugh again. Gloria began to giggle. Even Hank cracked a few smiles. But could hard–bitten Hank duel his own dragons and let love in?
Forgotten Fiancee
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THE WOMAN HE COULDN'T REMEMBER
Not long ago, Justin Hallwood had been a hard–driving, big–city executive. Now he was inexplicably drawn to the little village of Haven especially to Sarah Conroy, a lovely single mother with an adorable baby son. What hold did she have on him?
THE MAN SHE SHOULDN'T FORGET
Once, Sarah thought that she and Justin would be together always. Then she'd announced her pregnancy, and he was gone. Two years later he was back with no memory of their shared past. Sarah knew that Justin was so close to remembering but if he did, would it mean that Justin would be lost to her again this time forever?
The 200% Wife
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That Special Woman!
ABBY STANFORD WAS ONE SMART COOKIE
And she'd always given 200% especially to her job. But there was more to life There was home, family and the love of a good man. So she filled her cosy house with the aroma of fresh–baked cookies. She crocheted crafts until her fingers were sore. But where was that good man?
Then sexy, sweet–talking Gar stopped by, sampled her wares and insisted that she was meant to be his wife. Abby didn't quite believe him, but she was about to learn what it meant to give and receive love 200%!
THE STANFORD SISTERS
THAT SPECIAL WOMAN: This STANFORD SISTER needs Mr. Right to teacher her just how special she really is!
Cowboy's Lady
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A RANCHING FAMILY
THE BRIDE'S BACK IN TOWN
Ivey Heller had left Cheyenne in a wedding dress but without a groom. She'd narrowly escaped marrying the wrong man, and she couldn't think of anything to do but go home to Elk Creek. Ivey vowed she was finished with men. But she'd been in town less than one day when she ran into Cully Culhane.
The hard–muscled cowboy had sure grown up well. A single father with two adorable little girls, he was now aiming his considerable charm right at Ivey. Could the sexy rascal win over the reluctant bride?
A RANCHING FAMILY
Though scattered by years and tears, the Heller clan share mile–deep roots in one Wyoming ranch and a singular talent for lassoing the unlikeliest hearts!
What To Do About Baby
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That's My Baby!
HUSH LITTLE BABY
Through a miracle of modern medicine, Caroline Grant's fifty–nine–year–old mother gave birth to a baby girl. Now, two years later, Caroline has "inherited" little Natalie. Caroline had always wanted a child of her own but raising her estranged mother's other daughter was something Caroline had never dreamed of!
Lawyer Kent Maxwell's objective was convincing Caroline Grant to give the "miracle baby" a home. When she refused, Kent had to go to Plan B persuasion. But persuading the sexy blonde she was mummy material had an unexpected result. Could it be Kent's confirmed bachelor days were numbered?
THAT'S MY BABY! Sometimes bringing up baby can bring surprises and showers of love!
The Father Next Door
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FALLING IN LOVE SEEMED LIKE THE NEIGHBORLY THING TO DO
Tucker Hollis was the last thing cautious Margaret McAllister needed. Her perfectly organized, perfectly predictable life was just fine without the handsome single dad and his rambunctious little children. Why, she and Tucker were exact opposites! But you know what they say about opposites attracting.
Tucker didn't know what it was about his prickly neighbour, but he was smitten. And he was bent on seduction. All Margaret needed was to loosen up a bit and have some fun. And he was just the guy to help her with those goals. Whether she knew it or not, she was perfect mom and wife material!
Live-In Mom
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BOY WANTS MOM
Little Jonathan Macklin knew there was something special about Carly Lightfoot. Not only did she have pretty hair, she wasn't afraid of horses or frogs. She could also get his dad mad faster than any other woman around and then make him laugh. And there was something about the way his dad looked at her .
But Jonathan's dad was a rough, tough rancher who didn't believe in love or marriage. So it was up to Jonathan and Carly! to show Ty Macklin that the next best thing to having Carly for a live–in mom would be to have her as a full–time wife!
Mistaken Bride
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SECRET BRIDE, SECRET BABY
Kate and Carly Fairfax were the spitting image of each other but there the similarities ended. And no one sensed their differences as acutely as Gabriel Trent, Carly's mysterious, brooding fiancé, a man who regarded both sisters with open hostility.
Then a twist of fate landed Kate in the bridal gown, awaiting "I DO" from Gabriel, who believed she was someone else someone now missing
By impersonating Carly, Kate hoped to discover the truth behind her twin's disappearance. But the most shocking revelation of all involved the groom and his precious little girl.
The Prince's Baby
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ROYAL WEDDINGS
ROYAL WEDDINGS. Three small–town women find happily–ever–after with three irresistible princes!
A PRINCE OF A DADDY
Convinced she was a princess, a six–year–old girl sent Prince Whit Anders a message beseeching him to prove her right. Which gave the child's single mom, Drew Davis, cause for concern. After all, Drew and the prince had shared a magical summer long ago and her daughter's claim to royalty wasn't as far–fetched as everyone thought .
When His Royal Highness Whit Anders discovered that he and lovely Drew had made more than a sweet teenage memory, he was ready to claim their child as his heir. But winning the beautiful and independent woman would put his reputation as the Prince of Hearts to the test!
Daddy Woke Up Married
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Bundles of Joy
HIS EXPECTING WIFE?
There were holes in the wedding pictures where his face should be, and his wife lived in a separate apartment! Something about Nick Carleton's marriage was wrong. Unfortunately, he had lost his memory and didn't remember what right was.
He only knew that beautiful, sexy and very pregnant Emily Carleton was his wife everyone told him so. But each time Nick tried to stir up the matrimonial passions between them, Emily ran away. If it wasn't for the brief flashes of fire in her eyes when he kissed her, Nick would almost think his wife had never shared a bedroom with him before.
Bundles of Joy. Sometimes small packages can lead to the biggest surprises!
Husband In Red
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THE BRIDE LEAST LIKELY
Was that the infamous Sadie McGee diapering babies and telling bedtime stories to an adorable brood in the small town she once left behind? And who would have thought that rugged fire–fighter Michael O'Bryan would be playing patty–cake with the kids in her care and sweeping Sadie right off her feet? Certainly not Sadie.
Sure, Sadie had once won a date with Michael at a bachelor auction years ago. But that was the only reason Sleepy Grove's most eligible bachelor had romanced the girl from the wrong side of the tracks. Still, now that she was playing house with Michael, Sadie was dreaming of a handsome husband in red.
A Groom For Maggie
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"A delightful trip on the tangled path of true love." New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts
GREEN CARD WEDDING
GREEN CARD WEDDING
The only way nanny Maggie Weller could remain in the country was by marrying her hard–headed boss, who was exactly the kind of irresistible bachelor she needed to avoid. But she would do anything to ensure his little girl's happiness even if it meant things would be a bit steamier around the Harrison household.
Alex had never considered himself husband material, but he knew his daughter couldn't handle losing her cherished nanny right now. So he vowed to stick to their short–term marriage contract and ignore the longings his new bride stirred in him. Unfortunately, he was beginning to realize his daughter wasn't the only one who might be needing Maggie on a more permanent basis .
Just Say I Do
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RITA Award Winning Author
SUBSTITUTE GROOM
SUBSTITUTE GROOM
If only Annabelle were getting married Then her nutty, but wonderful family would stop chanting "poor Annabelle" every time the once–jilted bride walked into a room.
Enter one groom.
Well, not exactly. Adam had convinced the entire town that he and Annabelle were heading to the altar, but she knew the man she'd once hopelessly fallen in love with as a girl would never really marry her. Adam was just being his usual Prince Charming self by coming to her rescue. But now it was Annabelle herself chanting "poor me" hoping Adam would just say "I do" for real!
The Bachelor's Baby
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CONGRATULATIONS, COWBOY
Tucker Smith had waited one long year for his second "date" with the pretty lady he'd shared one passionate night with. But nothing had prepared the rugged rodeo man for the three little words that Casey Wright had come to tell him.
YOU'RE A FATHER!
That's all Casey had to say to Tucker. After all, besides a child, they had nothing between them but chemistry. And desire was not something to build a family on. But when Tucker hauled her to his ranch to set up house, she wondered if there was more to the sexy cowboy than blue eyes and brawn. Could this confirmed bachelor have marriage on his mind?
Real Marriage Material
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WIFE FOR HIRE?
Country bachelor Jeb Albright was in trouble. What did he know about little girls? So when his orphaned niece came to stay, he treated her like one of the guys. But now social services wondered how she'd become such a tomboy?
Enter elegant and refined Mariah Duncan. She was perfect to show Robin how to be a lady. But she was not the type Jeb would choose for a wife! He needed someone who could see beyond his rough exterior to the caring man inside.
Then one day Jeb saw Mariah looking at him and realized she not only saw the man he was, but the husband he could be!
Groom On The Loose
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GROOM ON THE LOOSE
Dr. Greg Lawton was a man used to getting what he wanted. So when his would–be bride left him high and dry, he was mad. Really mad.
BRIDESMAID ON THE WARPATH
Cassie Andrews couldn't believe it Mr. Blond and Perfect actually had the nerve to blame her for wrecking his wedding plans. And now he insisted she pose as his girlfriend for some highfalutin shindig at his home!
AND A BABY ON THE WAY?
When Cassie showed up on Greg's doorstep with a tiny blond baby in tow, neighbours' tongues began to wag. Everyone thought he was the father of her child! And Cassie was horrified to realise she was enjoying the charade. Could she really be falling for Mr. Impossible?
About That Kiss
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SISTER OF THE BRIDE
Joy Mackey is determined to see that her sister gets married without a hitch. But nothing is going smoothly and real trouble strikes when the bride's former fiancé pops up. Joy is positive that dashing Nick Tremain plans to wreak the havoc on the wedding and her heart!
BROTHER OF THE GROOM
Nick couldn't be happier about his brother's engagement to his ex. But try explaining that to Joy! She's convinced he's come back to sabotage the upcoming nuptials. Nick did have every intention of standing at the altar, yet there was only one woman he wanted as his wife. But how to convince Joy that she was the bride of his dreams?
Mad For The Dad
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Fabulous Fathers
DO YOU TAKE THIS DADDY?
What luck! The sexiest man had just strolled past Rachel Gatlin's window. Newly single, Rachel was all set to welcome her handsome new neighbour and see if he had any plans for the rest of his life. But was that a baby he was holding?
Though Rachel adored little tykes, she'd done motherhood already. Then Daniel Van Scott started coming around with his cooing kid and bedroom eyes, and she couldn't resist sharing parenthood tips and candlelight dinners with the befuddled dad. But marry him for baby's sake? Not unless Daniel could love her as the passionate wife she longed to be!
Fabulous Fathers. This FABULOUS FATHER needs a full–time wife and mom!
A Family For Christmas
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"Rina Naiman [is] a born storyteller." Romantic Times
IT MUST HAVE BEEN THE MISTLETOE
Why else would Julia Rourke be dreaming of sharing a home and a life with a handsome cowboy and his beautiful baby girl?
Why else would confirmed bachelor Tony Pelligrino be adding a nursery on to his ranch and hoping to fill his bed with a sexy new wife?
Julia longed to be the woman to complete Tony's family, but there were things this single father didn't know about her secrets too painful to share. So she settled for playing nanny, though she knew by the time Christmas came, she would be wishing for so much more .