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Going home for Christmas this winter just might turn Drew Cannon into a real Grinch. When his college sweetheart, Lauren Kincaid, broke off their engagement a year ago, Drew retreated to Tokyo to run the Asia-Pacific division of the family's toy company and lick his wounds. If that weren't enough, his attempt at a high-profile holiday doll for the company was a bust. Now he's headed back to New York City to spend the holidays with his love-struck dad, his pissed-off twin brother, and the ex who broke his heart.Lauren isn't exactly keen to spend Christmas with her former flame, either. But as JDL Toys's marketing director, she's forced to deal with their doll problem, holiday or not. Things take a turn for the worse when she and Drew are tasked with planning surprise nuptials for his brother.With all their focus on happily-ever-after, Lauren and Drew soon discover things might not be so settled between them after all. Can a holiday wedding offer them a second...

Abby Stevens doesn't know what's gotten into her, but getting tangled up nightly with the latest bachelor to Buttermilk Falls has to stop. Sure Brandon Swift's got rock hard abs and blue eyes to die for, but the Los Angles playboy is not the man for her. To end things between them once and for all, she might need some magical help. Brandon is settling into small-town life thanks to his new bartending gig and the cute redhead sharing his bed. He suspects she might be looking for more than a fling. After a bitter divorce and a few months of playing the field, he might finally be ready, too. But when Abby presents him with an enchanted cupcake that reverses his attraction to her, both discover strong feelings they didn't realize they had. Is it too late to reverse the spell? **

Perfume chemist Josh Stevens has spent years making a life for himself in New York City and climbing up the corporate ladder of Kiss and Makeup, a global cosmetics company. Though his cousin, Emma, whips up soul mate predictions with their late grandmother’s pink enchanted mixing spoon each Monday during Batter Up night, he’d rather experiment with vanilla perfume oil than vanilla extract any day. Buttermilk Falls and magic are not for him. Little did he know that a run in last summer with the one woman from his hometown he’s tried all these years to forget would turn his bachelor life upside down and bring him back for good. Caitlin Reynolds just needs a second chance. Sure, she’s done some questionable things in the past, but as the new owner of the Majestic Theater she is determined to turn her life around, contribute to the town’s livelihood, and prove to all of Buttermilk Falls that she’s more than the spoiled rich girl who got pregnant. While Josh and Caitlin adjust to their new normal, they begin to realize just how strong their feelings are for one another. But are they destined for each other? A ghost who likes to roam the Majestic theater in a wedding dress and watch classic movies might be able to answer that. **

Bakeshop owner Emma Stevens has a secret. A delicious premonition she shares every Monday evening with the bachelors of Buttermilk Falls as they gather at the Sugar Spoon bakery for Batter Up night. Investigative reporter Jason Levine just found himself as the man candy for a bachelorette party in Las Vegas. Roped into attending the Vegas nuptials, was he hearing things when the groom shares that the only reason he’s getting married is because a small town baker conjured up the name of his soulmate in her cake batter? Sparks fly when Jason tries to expose Emma as a fraud, but reality and logic go out the window as he begins to fall under her spell. **Review "Batter Up is a funny, sweet, wonderful story filled with yummy  desserts, funny encounters, a second chance at love, and a sweet Happily  Ever After that will leave you satisfied.  I gave this story 5 magical stars." ~ HJ Top Pick, Harlequin Junkie "Batter Up had it all. Fun, love,  mystery, magic, funny sidekicks, sweet  townspeople, the evil mean girl nemesis and the ex we all love to hate.  It was a quick and fun read and would be perfect for a trip to the beach...with a cocktail and a cupcake!" ~ Read-Love-Blog From the Author Join Robyn Neeley's E-newsletter and receive: News about contests and giveaways New release updates Sneak peeks and special bundle announcements Fun Q & A interviews from my friends who do such cool things. Always comes with a bonus chance to win something fun! To sign up, visit robynneeley.com.

Winter's crisp cold is the perfect backdrop for holiday lights, snowball fights, and starry nights by the fire, curled up with hunky heroes. Let these seven couples show you how to find the warmth of red-hot romance.Christmas Dinner: Amanda dreads returning home single for Christmas, but the only available man is her rival for the TV anchor spot. Can the holiday spirit turn animosity into love?The Winter Fairy: Recuperating ballerina Penelope Glazier can enchant the young girls in her class, but will her magic work on Carson Langley, the sexy but straight-laced single father of her most talented student?Holiday Hoopla: Halle is about to lose her gift shop, until banker Blake walks into her life, dangling an offer that could save it all, or cost her everything.Wynter's Journey: Twelve years after tragedy tore Wynter and Sam apart, can another predicament bring them back together?The Winter Promise: War throws Lady Emma and Lord Robert...

Bakeshop owner Emma Stevens has a secret. A delicious premonition she shares every Monday evening with the bachelors of Buttermilk Falls as they gather at the Sugar Spoon bakery for Batter Up night. Investigative reporter Jason Levine just found himself as the man candy for a bachelorette party in Las Vegas. Roped into attending the Vegas nuptials, was he hearing things when the groom shares that the only reason he’s getting married is because a small town baker conjured up the name of his soulmate in her cake batter? Sparks fly when Jason tries to expose Emma as a fraud, but reality and logic go out the window as he begins to fall under her spell. **Review "Batter Up is a funny, sweet, wonderful story filled with yummy  desserts, funny encounters, a second chance at love, and a sweet Happily  Ever After that will leave you satisfied.  I gave this story 5 magical stars." ~ HJ Top Pick, Harlequin Junkie "Batter Up had it all. Fun, love,  mystery, magic, funny sidekicks, sweet  townspeople, the evil mean girl nemesis and the ex we all love to hate.  It was a quick and fun read and would be perfect for a trip to the beach...with a cocktail and a cupcake!" ~ Read-Love-Blog From the Author Join Robyn Neeley's E-newsletter and receive: News about contests and giveaways New release updates Sneak peeks and special bundle announcements Fun Q & A interviews from my friends who do such cool things. Always comes with a bonus chance to win something fun! To sign up, visit robynneeley.com.