Most Popular Books by Jodi Thomas

New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas delivers a tender tale of the Old West, a handsome Texas Ranger, and a mysterious woman fleeing a terrible fate in the first powerful novel in the Whispering Mountain series. Honest, straightforward, and ruggedly handsome, Travis McMurray is also more than a little bit busted, the result of an ambush during his service as a Texas Ranger. And beautiful Rainey Adams is in a fix of her own: on the run from an arranged marriage, she’ll do just about anything to keep her freedom. The first time they meet, she steals a kiss—and his horse. The second time, she’s an angel of mercy who eases him through a terrible fever, and then disappears. When Travis recovers, he’s determined to track down this intriguing woman and bring her back to the Whispering Mountain Ranch as his bride. But this renegade may be too much for even the toughest Ranger to handle...

“Jodi Thomas is at her remarkable best in Two Texas Hearts...She’s one of my personal favorites.”—New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber Kora Adams did not believe in curses, but she had known nothing but bad luck all her life. Then, one night, there was a knock on her door. It was a handsome but solemn stranger with a story to tell. Winter McQuillen had inherited a sprawling Texas ranch not far from the one room cabin Kora called home. But the only way he could claim it was if he found a wife that night. Winter had but one question for Kora: Would she marry him? The thought of wedding a man she did not know scared Kora to death. But the security of marriage, and even the faintest hope of love, was like a dream come true. Kora knew she needed every bit of comfort marriage would provide. What she didn''t know was that Winter needed her even more.

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Harmony McLain and Whispering Moutain series'' Gambling man Lewton Paterson wants to marry into a respectable family. After fleecing a train ticket, Lewt makes his way to Whispering Mountain. But seducing a well-bred woman is hard, and Lewt realizes that to entice a McMurray sister, he''ll need to learn a thing or two about ranching-and love.

There’s nothing like a cowboy to stir a lady’s imagination—and nobody can do it better than New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas. It’s Cooper Adams’s thirtieth birthday and his three older sisters have arrived at his Dallas ranch stanchly determined to find their rough-hewn cowboy brother a wife. Cooper isn’t necessarily opposed to marriage, he just figures he’s old enough to make his own decisions. There’s just one problem. He doesn’t know much about the ways of women, seeming a heck of lot more complicated than tending to a ranch. Then one day at the general store, his spots Mary Woodburn. At first sight, she’s the nicest gift he could have received. She’s shy and gentle, sweetly receptive, and darn near irresistible. But she’s also a damn Yankee, the kind of woman Cooper never dreamed he’d find himself falling for. Now he can’t stop thinking about her. And differences aside, with proper tending, theirs could be a love story as big as Texas itself. Includes a preview of Jodi Thomas’s latest Whispering Mountain novel, Promise Me Texas Easy on the Heart previously appeared in How to Lasso a Cowboy

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Harmony McLain and Whispering Moutain series'' Anna Meyer offers one hundred dollars to the Texas cattleman who can help her forge a frontier homestead. Chance Wyatt agrees to settle down and build a home with a lovely stranger. The boy in him never considered the possibility of love. But the man in him can''t deny the passion that Anna brings out in him. They vowed to live together for only a year, but as the challenges of the savage land bring them closer together, neither can resist the aching desire that inflames their hearts-and touches their souls.

The Ransom Canyon series is coming soon to Netflix starring Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly! Two families long divided by an ancient feud. Can a powerful love finally unite them? Blade Hamilton is the last of his line. He’s never even heard of Crossroads, Texas, until he inherits land there. Riding in on his vintage Harley-Davidson, Blade finds a weathered ranch house, an empty prairie and a dark river that cuts a decisive path between the Hamiltons’ land and that of their estranged neighbors. When Dakota helps a stranger on the roadside, she isn’t prepared for the charisma of the man on the motorbike—or for the last name he bears: Hamilton, of her family’s sworn enemies, representing all she’s been raised to loathe. The problem is, it looks like Blade is in town to stay, and there’s something about his wolf-gray eyes she just can’t ignore. Lauren Brigman feels adrift. Unhappy in work and unlucky in love, she knows she ought to be striving for more, but she’s never truly at peace unless she’s at home in Crossroads. If the wider world can’t satisfy her, is home truly where her heart is? Free bonus story included in this book! Enjoy Winter’s Camp, the gripping Ransom Canyon prequel novella! Don''t miss the rest of the Ransom Canyon Series! Book 0.5: Winter''s Camp Book 1: Ransom Canyon Book 2: Rustler''s Moon Book 3: Lone Heart Pass Book 4: Sunrise Crossing Book 5: Wild Horse Springs Book 6: Indigo Lake Book 6.5: A Christmas Affair Book 7: Mistletoe Miracles Book 8: Christmas in Winter Valley

A strong-willed man with a mind of his own. A tenacious young woman looking for love. And one song that brings them together in Jodi Thomas’s captivating romance… An army fort is no place for a Valentine’s Day dance—or so thinks stubborn Colt Barnett. Until a lovely woman turns his head. Previously published in the anthology Sweet Hearts.

New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas takes readers to the Old West, where an emotionally wounded man and woman discover the true nature of love and marriage in the first romance in the Wife Lottery series. Thrown off a wagon train with two other women and trying to avoid jail for a murder they committed, Bailee Moore agrees to enter a “Wife Lottery”—a ploy concocted by the Cedar Point sheriff to secure wives for the men in the small Texas town. For the sensible Bailee, however, marrying Carter McKoy is like exchanging one life sentence for another—especially since her new husband hasn’t even seen fit to utter a single word in her presence. But still, she can’t help thinking that something about this strong, silent farmer could be the key to leaving her troubled past behind...and making a worthy wager with her heart.

From New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas comes a reader-favorite story of a life, a legacy and a love that has the power to change a community. Originally published in 2005. Everyone assumes that Rosa Lee Altman lived a life without passion. Her once-beautiful home now sits silent and empty, its gardens overgrown and its windows boarded up, surrounded by what passes for progress in Clifton Creek, Texas. And if some of the townsfolk have their way, this idyllic reminder of times past will be sold off to the highest bidder, despite its rich history. When a group of community members with little in common is chosen to decide the fate of the old Altman place, they soon learn that this home is more than bricks and mortar. No one is prepared for what they discover beneath Rosa Lee’s overgrown roses—or how her legacy will change not only their town, but their very lives.

From four bestselling authors come four unforgettable romances featuring the men who made the Old West wild... They are a symbol of the Old West, from the tops of their ten-gallon hats to the tips of their spurs, and an image that sets women’s hearts to quivering. There’s nothing like a cowboy to stir a lady’s imagination—or to inspire love as boundless as the open range. In these four heartwarming romances from today’s top authors, four women set their sights on the cowboys of their dreams—and rope them in. It’s good old-fashioned romance at its finest…featuring men that no woman would put out to pasture.

"New York Times"-bestselling author Thomas gives fans a reason to celebrate with her latest Whispering Mountain novel about a woman who''s cursed when it comes to love--and the man who''s determined to save her. Original.

Harmony, Texas, is a small town where dreams are born. As the residents face unexpected endings and new beginnings, they also come face to face with themselves—and what’s most important in life... When Tinch Turner lost his wife, he gave up on living. Now he spends his nights brooding, boozing, and brawling. When one of his escapades lands him in the ER, he finds himself staring up at the beautiful new doctor in town. For the first time in years, he feels a spark, but Addison Spencer wants nothing to do with the unruly rancher—or any man for that matter. She’s only in Harmony four months, long enough for the trouble she left behind to be over. But then a vulnerable little boy barrels into both their lives, forcing them out of the past—and into a future where love is just down the road... In the meantime, as Reagan Truman grieves for her beloved uncle, she finds comfort in the makeshift family she’s made in Harmony—and in a new baby, the first born in the Wright Funeral Home in 45 years, proving to everyone that life does go on...

New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas presents the story of a love divided by secrets in this stirring historical romance in the McLain series. It was love at first sight. When Wolf Hayward and Molly Donivan gazed into each other’s eyes in a crowded train station during the Civil War, they knew they were meant to be—and sealed their commitment with a passionate kiss. He promised to find her after the war—until he realized she was the daughter of a Union General when he was a Southern spy behind enemy lines. But he’ll never forget her and Molly will pledge to wait for the man she only knows as “Benjamin.” Eight years later, Wolf—now a Texas ranger—is chasing down some outlaws when he is struck down by a falling signpost—and wakes up to see the beautiful woman he has never forgotten. Molly doesn’t recognize him as the handsome soldier who swept her away so long ago, but she can’t help being intrigued by his kindness and charm. And she can’t help imagining what it’s like to be in his arms after the sun goes down...

New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas continues her McLain series with the story of a man in need of a helping hand and the woman who gives him more than he ever expected. If any town needs guidance on the path to peace it''s wild and dangerous Jefferson, Texas. Delivering it is the widowed Reverend Daniel McLain''s calling. Unfortunately, Daniel''s own serenity is disrupted when his young daughters'' nanny abandons her job, leaving the widower to appeal to his late wife''s family for help. But instead of the elderly aunt he''s expecting, he''s greeted by Karlee Whitworth, the family''s forlorn cousin who''s desperate for a place to stay, and eager to prove her worth—by caring for the twins and by mending Daniel''s greiving heart. Now two lost souls are about to discover a kindred spirit, and the courage they need to find the happiness they were destined to share...

The charming and uplifting new novel from the legendary author of dozens of unforgettable romances! Travel to the small town of Honey Creek where ties run deep and happiness is just around the next river bend… “It’s the novel’s patchwork of tender, slow-building relationships between quirky, caring characters that keeps the pages turning. Readers will be pleased.”— Publishers Weekly Marcie Latimer longs to run away from Someday Valley—especially since her ex-boyfriend spun a web of lies that almost led to tragedy in neighboring Honey Creek. Little wonder so many locals have turned their backs on her. But not Brand Rodgers. The quiet cowboy comes to listen every time she sings at Bandit’s Bar, offering a glimpse of safety and calm that Marcie’s rarely known. After Texas Ranger Colby McBride saved Honey Creek’s mayor, Piper Mackenzie, from a fire, she claimed him with a kiss. That was five months ago, and Colby still isn’t sure where they’re headed. Piper loves her town—but does she love Colby? And is he even ready for what comes next? Pecos Smith, Honey Creek’s emergency dispatcher, is grateful to have a new bride he adores and a baby on the way—even if one vital piece of the puzzle is missing. But as trouble comes stalking through the valley, lives will cross surprising paths. And Marcie, who’s always felt that a forever love was out of reach, might discover that Someday is the perfect place to find it . . . “Compelling and beautifully written.” —Debbie Macomber on Ransom Canyon

From New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas comes the story of a Confederate widow looking to start her life over and the Yankee captain on a mission to uncover dark secrets still lurking in the South after the war. Maggie, born and bred in Texas, has inherited a sprawling house that sits atop untold secrets. Grayson, hell-bent on hunting down traitors, is the last thing she expected to find. Can their passion and love overcome the many deceptions and deceits as they both try to rebuild in the aftermath of a war that torn a country apart?

The Ransom Canyon series is coming soon to Netflix starring Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly! Ransom Canyon welcomes you back for a Christmas that has everything you’re looking for: romance, family and a whole lot of Texas. Cooper Holloway would take nature over people any day—especially visiting relatives. That’s why he’s headed for a rustic cabin in remote Winter Valley, where he’ll care for a herd of wild mustangs. But Cooper’s plans are quickly thwarted by the arrival of two unexpected guests: one, a stranger in desperate need of his help, and the other, a very attractive young veterinarian. Elliott is busy trying to keep Maverick Ranch running smoothly with Cooper gone, which is no easy task with family visiting. And when a long-lost love suddenly reappears in his life, Elliott knows he’ll have more than just books to balance this season. With a big, chaotic family Christmas around the corner and love blooming in surprising ways, the Holloway men will have to make big choices about the future—just in time for the holidays. Don''t miss the rest of the Ransom Canyon Series! Book 0.5: Winter''s Camp Book 1: Ransom Canyon Book 2: Rustler''s Moon Book 3: Lone Heart Pass Book 4: Sunrise Crossing Book 5: Wild Horse Springs Book 6: Indigo Lake Book 6.5: A Christmas Affair Book 7: Mistletoe Miracles Book 8: Christmas in Winter Valley

The Ransom Canyon series is coming soon to Netflix starring Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly! A small-town Texas Christmas story, where hearts are lost, love is found, and family always brings you back home. Griffin Holloway is desperate: the Maverick Ranch has been in his family for generations, but lately, it’s a money pit. He’d sooner marry one of his horses than sell the ranch. Marriage, though, could be a solution. If he can woo a wealthy bride, he might save the ranch—just in time for Christmas. Jaxon O’Grady likes his solitude just fine, thank you very much. But when a car accident brings the unexpected to his door, he realizes just how much one person can need another. Crossroads is the perfect place for Jamie Johnson: avoiding nosy questions about why she’s single, she’s happy to keep to her lakeside home. So she’s baffled when she gets the strangest Christmas present of all, in the form of a Mr. Johnson, asleep on her sofa. Who is he, and why does everyone think he’s her husband? In this uplifting novel, three unlikely couples discover just what Crossroads, Texas, can offer: romance, belonging, and plenty of Christmas spirit. Don''t miss the rest of the Ransom Canyon Series! Book 0.5: Winter''s Camp Book 1: Ransom Canyon Book 2: Rustler''s Moon Book 3: Lone Heart Pass Book 4: Sunrise Crossing Book 5: Wild Horse Springs Book 6: Indigo Lake Book 6.5: A Christmas Affair Book 7: Mistletoe Miracles Book 8: Christmas in Winter Valley

In the remote west Texas town of Ransom Canyon, the lives, loves, and ambitions of four families converge.

Always in trouble, Nell, a.k.a. "Two Bits," after being wounded in an ambush must once again turn to Texas Ranger Jacob Dalton for help, this time in finding a husband to help her protect the ranches she just inherited, and Jacob vows to prove that he is the perfect man for the job. Original.

A lushly festive Christmas Eve ball is the setting for newfound love in New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas’s novella. At twenty-one, future heiress Jacqueline Hartman needs a husband, or so her father claims. And at tonight’s ball, she must choose one, even though what she longs for is independence and adventure far from the Texas ranch where she was born. Gruff, honorable former Army captain Cody Lamar is just one of the local ranchers who plans to ask for her hand, even if his primary attraction is to the land she will inherit. A down-and-out actor mistaken for a bank robber (and currently impersonating a marshal) and an Irish hotel maid with dreams of her own are only two of the people who will complicate the evening. When it comes to love, this Christmas promises to deliver the most unexpected gifts . . . Previously published in the anthology A Texas Kind of Christmas

An unexpected love warms a woman’s heart in this enchanting Christmas romance from New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas. Holly, a beautiful Texas tomboy, gets more than she bargained for under the mistletoe after her godfathers decide to find her a husband. Previously published in A Country Christmas.

"Dan Brigman is a respected lawman, and he raised a bright, talented daughter on his own. But finding a lone, sparkly blue boot in the middle of a deserted highway gets him thinking maybe the cowgirl who lost it is exactly the shake-up he needs. After losing her baby girl, Brandi Malone is a drifter singing in small-town bars to make ends meet. Lauren Brigman came back to Crossroads after a troubling phone call from family, looking for a second chance. Sometimes the right match for a lonely soul is the one you least expect...."--

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Harmony McLain and Whispering Moutain series'' Three days after arriving in Galveston, newly widowed Sage McMurray finds herself taken hostage in a robbery. She fears she may never see Whispering Mountain again when the outlaws decide to auction their pretty captive off to the highest bidder, until a tall stranger offers twice the highest bid.

Prominent Attorney''s Wife Killed In Bombing The morning''s newspaper headline leaves Blaine Anderson reeling. Only a few hours ago she''d dragged herself dazed and bleeding from the smoking rubble, but it might as well have been a lifetime ago—because now the world believes she is dead. Before Blaine can reach her husband, the bomber strikes again. With terrifying clarity she realizes he''s bent on wiping out the witnesses to his crime—and she''s one of them. Without money and ID she becomes Mary Blaine, hiding in a homeless shelter, knowing it''s too dangerous to go home. Meanwhile, her husband, Mark, realizes his carefully managed life is beginning to crumble. After years of taking Blaine for granted, he finally grasps how nothing—not even a promising career in politics—is worth it without her by his side. Desperately he searches for anyone who was with Blaine just prior to the blast. But instead, he finds something—someone—much more important.

“Masterful storyteller” Jodi Thomas brings you the story of unlikely love between two very different people. Hired gun Clint Matthews can’t think of anything worse than spending a night protecting his boss at Miss Peach’s annual Valentine’s Day dance. Used to keeping his distance, Clint isn’t about to be social—until Miss Peach forces him into being some young spinster’s escort for the evening. Headstrong Amanda Hamilton has gotten used to being the least popular girl in town, but that doesn’t mean she isn’t a little hurt when her paper heart is the last one picked—and a gunslinger winds up as her Valentine. Amanda has no more interest in socializing than Clint does, but after one unexpected kiss, she starts to rethink her dedication to spinsterhood… Includes a preview of Jodi Thomas’s latest Harmony novel, Can’t Stop Believing. Heart on His Sleeve previously appeared in Loving Hearts.

New York Times–Bestselling Author: “A beautiful love letter to the power of female friendship . . . Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber and Nina George.” —Robyn Carr A rainy-day ritual—a tea party between three little girls—will shape the future of their friendship and their lives . . . Redheaded, curly-haired Zoe is openhearted, kind and free-spirited, and dreams of becoming a famous actor in New York City. Shy Emily struggles with mental health but has the heart and soul of a writer. And Shannon—tall, athletic, strong—has a deep sense of loyalty that will serve her well when she heads off to military college. As Zoe, Emily, and Shannon grow into women—forging careers, following dreams, and finding love—they’ll learn that life doesn’t always unfold the way they want it to, but through it all, the one constant is each other, and their regular tea parties. And when the unthinkable happens, the girls must come together to face the greatest test of all. “Exactly the kind of heart-wrenching, emotional story one has come to expect from Jodi Thomas.” —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of It’s Better This Way “The Little Teashop on Main is tender, heartfelt and wonderful . . . I loved every word.” —RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times–bestselling author of Summer at Lake Haven

Hired as a bookkeeper for Jonathan Catlin''s sprawling Texas ranch, Kara O''Riley finds herself increasingly attracted to her seemingly cold-hearted, secretive employer.

Jodi Thomas tells the story of the three hard-luck men who first settled the town of Harmony, where last chances and long-awaited dreams collide.

Two emotional stories of finding home in the West Montana by Debbie Macomber When Molly learns that her grandfather is ill, she packs up her sons without a second thought and makes the long drive home to Sweetgrass, Montana. But she immediately has questions about the stranger working on her grandfather’s ranch. Just who is Sam Dakota? Why doesn’t the sheriff trust him? Despite everything, Molly can’t deny her attraction to Sam—until her ailing grandfather tries to push them into marriage. Some borders aren’t so easy to cross… Ransom Canyon by Jodi Thomas Rancher Staten Kirkland is rugged and practical to the last. But when his troubling memories threaten to overwhelm him, the lovely, reclusive Quinn O’Grady is there to catch him. Young Lucas Reyes has his eye on the prize—college. But one night, one wrong decision will set his life on a course even he hadn’t imagined. Yancy Grey is running hard from his troubled past. But Yancy isn’t prepared for what he encounters in the good people of Ransom Canyon…

On a dirt road marked by haunting secrets, three strangers caught at life''s crossroads must decide what to sacrifice...and what they''re each willing to risk for love. If there''s any place that can convince Angela Harold to stop running, it''s Ransom Canyon. And if there''s any man who can reveal desires more deeply hidden than her every fear, it''s Wilkes Wagner. Beneath the rancher''s honorable exterior is something that just might keep her safe...or unwittingly put her in danger''s path. With his dreams of leaving this small Texas town swallowed up by hard, dusty reality, all Wilkes has to show for his life is the Devil''s Fork Ranch. Though not one to let false hope seduce him, he can''t deny the quiet and cautious beauty who slips into his world and changes everything. Lauren Brigman finally has freedom at her fingertips. All she needs is Lucas Reyes''s attention--a look, a touch, some sign that she''s more to him than a girl he rescued one dangerous night. But now it''s her turn to rescue someone, and the life-altering decision may cost her more than a chance with Lucas. "When you read it, you''ll feel like you''ve come home."--New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr on The Little Teashop on Main

A Publishers Weekly Bestseller! From Jodi Thomas, New York Times bestselling author of Mornings on Main and Indigo Lake, comes this heartwarming new novel set in Honey Creek, Texas—a small town where family bonds and legends run deep, and friendship and love are always close at hand . . . Piper Jane Mackenzie, mayor of Honey Creek, won’t let a major scandal rip her quirky hometown apart, or jeopardize her dream of one day running for higher office. So she’s willing to welcome undercover detective Colby McBride, hired to help solve the mystery behind her wannabe fiancé’s disappearance. Colby’s cover? That he is an old boyfriend now begging Piper for a second chance—always when there are plenty of townsfolk around to witness his shenanigans. Piper hardly knows whether to laugh or cry, especially when she finds herself drawn to the handsome rascal. He''s not the only newcomer she has to deal with. There’s a new interim preacher in town, Sam Cassidy. Drifting from one assignment to another since his one love died, Sam isn’t sure he’s the right fit for Honey Creek. But as Piper knows, this is a place chock-full of surprises. And if she can keep her town—and her heart—from going completely off the rails, there may be a sweet, unexpected future in store . . . “Compelling and beautifully written.” —Debbie Macomber on Ransom Canyon

Two popular Ransom Canyon novellas by New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas, collected here in one volume! Winter’s Camp A wanderer’s life was all James Randall Kirkland has known since he was an orphaned boy in San Antonio. And while years of adventure satisfied his younger self, now he’s longing to put down roots of his own and is prepared to go it alone. But when he sees the Apache woman with the startling blue eyes, the course of his journey is changed forever. Originally published in 2015. A Christmas Affair Maria Anne Davis has reinvented her life on her own terms after a car accident leaves her blind. She’s started her own business, finding great success selling her wildly popular homemade preserves to the local grocery. But what she didn’t count on was falling for the quiet owner of the store, Wes Whitman. Can a firecracker like Maria find happiness with the shy grocer—just in time for Christmas? Originally published in 2017.

The first novel in the Harmony series from New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas. Sixteen-year-old runaway Reagan has always wanted a place to belong. She''s never had a real home of her own, but perhaps she could borrow someone else''s. Under an assumed name and identity, she moves to Harmony, Texas, but keeps her distance from the welcoming townsfolk. Until prairie fires threaten Harmony-and Reagan learns the true meaning of family, friends, and home.

New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas gives readers a taste of the passion and adventure of the Old West with the first addicting romance in her series featuring the McLain brothers. When Yankee doctor Adam McClain is kidnapped and forced to treat a wounded confederate soldier, he soon learns his patient’s name is not Nick, but Nichole. He is struck to his core by her bravery and beauty—and by the brief kiss they share that night. In the morning she saves his life in turn, protecting him from her rebel comrades, and sending him away from the Confederate camp, never to see her again—or so he believes. Despite knowing that he can never be the same after their fateful encounter, Adam returns home after the war to his fiancée, the wealthy daughter of a snobby family of war profiteers, and tries to forget the girl in gray. But when, months later, Nichole reappears, asking for his help once more, Adam must make a choice. In a land still healing from the war that nearly tore it apart, will love prevail?

From four acclaimed authors come four all-new novellas featuring the rugged men of the West and the women who want them… From Jodi Thomas...Callie has done a lot of crazy things, but it’ll take one more to prove she isn’t nuts: find a husband, fast! Her only requirement: he has to be taller than she is and swear not to have her committed during their ruse of a marriage. From Jo Goodman...Felicity Ravenwood was raised to be independent-minded, but when this runaway bride opposes her father’s choices, it is up to Nat Church to bring her around. But he doesn’t count on springing her from jail, holding her hostage, or falling head over boot-heels in love. From Kaki Warner...Two strangers on a train have more in common than they know—both have hidden purposes and ties to a Nebraska bank robbery. But when their schemes unravel, they find a bigger surprise awaiting them than either could have imagined. From Alison Kent...When runaway New York socialite Maeve Daugherty joins her father’s bodyguard Zeb Crow on his personal mission of revenge, what was a slightly scandalous new life as a bookkeeper for an infamous San Antonio brothel becomes downright dangerous. But that’s not stopping Maeve from having the time of her life.

Tough, rugged and oh-so-sexy…There''s just something about those Western men. From Wyoming to Oregon, Texas to Montana, let today''s top-selling masters of Western romance sweep you away with this sneak peek at ten brand new novels. The West has never been wilder! Featuring extended excerpts from Once a Rancher by Linda Lael Miller, Untamed by Diana Palmer, One Night Charmer by Maisey Yates, Rustler''s Moon by Jodi Thomas, Home on the Ranch by Trish Milburn, Hard Rain by B.J. Daniels, Texas on My Mind by Delores Fossen, Texas Rebels: Jude by Linda Warren, Out Rider by Lindsay McKenna, and Hard Silence by Mia Kay.

Take a trip to beautiful Texas and the fabled St. Nicholas Hotel on Christmas Eve, 1859 where anything can happen—even love—in the story collection fans of Diana Palmer, Linda Lael Miller, and Lori Wilde will fall in love with this holiday season! ONE NIGHT AT THE ST. NICHOLAS New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Jodi Thomas To escape her stepmother’s plot to marry her off, Texas heiress Jacqueline Hartman spends Christmas Eve sharing a hideout with an accused bank robber. After a night in Nathanial Ward’s arms, Jacqueline is certain she has met her match after all. But will his heartfelt promise of love lead to his demise at the hands of the law? BIRDIE’S FLIGHT * Celia Bonaduce Seamstress Birdie Flanagan gets the surprise of her life when she receives a beautiful gown—and a sudden invitation—for the ball of the season! With her flaming red hair, Birdie creates a stir from the moment she arrives, capturing the eye of the dashing Captain Douglas Newcastle. But will a villainous suitor from her past keep her from her long awaited happily-ever-after? TEXAS SPIRIT * Rachael Miles When lovely spinster Eugenie Charpentier makes a trip across the Texas frontier with former Texas Ranger Asher Graham, she gets an unexpected lesson in the ways of rough-and-tumble men. But once Asher is escorting her across the dance floor at the Christmas ball, it’s Jenny’s turn to tutor the rugged lawman in the art of love. . . .