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Two strangers who couldn't be more opposite find themselves on an unexpected cross-country road trip days before Christmas where whatever can go wrong, does.He's an Army Ranger.She's a baker.He's organized and ridged.She's messy and carefree.He doesn't do relationships.She's following her heart.His family chat blows up his phone.She just buried her last living relative.The holiday season doesn't seem so jolly as they venture from one mode of transportation to the next. But, they have to become friends and rely on each other if they're going to survive all the obstacles thrown their way.As the miles grow shorter, vulnerabilities are shared, and by the time they reach their destination, neither one of them is sure what they really want for Christmas anymore.

Simone Bell-Watson owns a literary agency in Vancouver, B.C. It is just before Christmas and she has discovered her husband is cheating on her. This sends her into a frenzy of starting a divorce, changing her name, selling their condo, and moving in with her mother. She also has to contend with her sister trying to set her up on dating sites to get her back in the dating scene.Serena Bell owns a popular pub in Richmond, B.C. After many years of dating she is still hopeful of finding the ideal man or at least a man who doesn't try to change her or who doesn't point out her faults. She has a profile on many dating sites and has her own rules about when to take texting with a man to the next level of actually going on a date with him.Their mother, Patricia Reed-Bell is a widow who writes historical romances. Join the sisters and their mother in this holiday romantic comedy as Simone deals with her new life, Serena dates a number of men, and Patricia flirts and freely talks about sex.

Julie Adams is a catch who's afraid to be caught. Jay Alva has reappeared in Julie's life, and her breath catches and her heart beats faster just saying his name. She must admit, Jay is one of the good ones, a perfect man, dutiful son, respected businessman. But she can't forget he's the widower of the only woman he ever dated, Julie's own great friend, Maureen. Julie loved her too.Life is good for Julie. She's exactly where she wants to be, in a cozy apartment on warm and lush Pine Island with a spectacular view of sunsets over the sea. She has great friends and a job she loves. And she's cautious. She learned too much about bad relationships, first from her swinging parents, then from failures of her own.But Jay is a great man, and she can't deny the sizzling attraction between them. She'd love to give in, but will she ever be the love of his life?To be with Jay, she'll have to see the promise beyond the risk and let him reel in her heart.

Jenoah Dawson ist Detective des 'Gangs Crime Bureau' in Las Vegas. Ein anonymer Anrufer stellt ihm in seiner beginnenden Spätschicht eine lebensverändernde Aufgabe: "Beichte Lisa Dein Geheimnis oder im größten Casino der Stadt wird ein Giftgas freigesetzt und tötet 4000 Menschen. Versuchst Du, die Leute vor Ort zu retten, zünde ich die Bombe in Deinem Haus und Deine Frau stirbt."Ihm bleiben 60 Minuten, um eine Wahrheit auszusprechen,die er selbst noch nicht bereit ist, zuzugeben.Ein nächtlicher Roadtrip beginnt, der nicht nur Jenoah einiges abverlangt.Fünf Stunden, fünf Sichtweisen und eine Verkettung, deren Kontrollverlust auch Dein Leben für immer verändern könnte. Bist Du bereit?

Law student Amanda Reno is stuck in her tiny hometown in Kentucky to complete her studies virtually and work part-time at the Clementville Café. Her parents are stuck in Brazil, leaving Mandy to celebrate Christmas without them.Young Sheriff Clay Lacey takes matters into his own hands, devising a plan to take Mandy's mind off her crushed expectations. She is no longer his classmate's tagalong kid sister, but a young woman he is increasingly attracted to.How will Mandy react when she finds out Clay is the one working to make sure she has a memorable Christmas? Will she be pleased? Or will she cringe as she thanks the man who may be falling in love with her?

In "Friendship 2023 - A Dialogue", charming author Louisan Delphin takes us on a tongue-in-cheek dialogue with Chat GTP about the fascinating universe of friendship. With profound insights, humorous anecdotes and a pinch of wisdom, the two authors explore the mysteries, challenges and joys that come with true friendships.This book is a declaration of love for the relationships that enrich our lives and accompany us in good times and bad. Louisan and Chat GTP entertainingly weave thoughts and ideas that both inspire and make you smile. From the art of making true friends, to the importance of trust, to the exhilarating misadventures that can occur in any friendship, this book celebrates the diversity and depth of human bonds."Friendship 2023" is a journey through the ups and downs of interpersonal relationships, reminding us of the importance of appreciating friendship in all its facets. A book that makes us smile and at the same time makes us think about how precious and unique true friendships are.

Having a one-night stand with my sister's billionaire friend was a mistake...But moving in with the reclusive billionaire would be an even bigger problem.Besides the unfortunate time we slept together, the only thing Jack Townsend and I have in common is our aversion to serious relationships.But after he sees the sh*thole I'm living in, he sweetens the offer to stay in his swanky home with the one thing an impoverished government worker like me can't turn down-free rent.He makes it clear he's not interested-our sizzling night together was barely a blip on his playboy radar. I don't know if I should be offended or relieved.Either way, my heart says no, but my mouth says yes. And my head says it's not a handout; I'd be helping him around the house.One minute I'm washing his designer boxer-briefs, and the next Jack has me pretending to be his girlfriend to ward off the gold diggers.I don't need the confusion of a fake relationship, but I could do worse than playing house with a handsome billionaire. Besides, he's already seen me naked. What could possibly go wrong?Roommate Wars is a roommates-to-lovers romance, with a commitment-phobe billionaire and a sassy, independent heroine. This novel is a standalone romance guaranteed to give you laughs, feels, and the grand gestures and happy ending you crave.

Former childhood enemies Julian and Juniper are forced to work together, but a simple exchange could change everything-he needs help with his case and she needs a fake boyfriend.**JULIAN BRIGGS has just landed his first job as an associate attorney. Everything feels perfect, until he learns he's sharing his office with the last person he wants to see from nine-to-five every day: Juniper, his sister's best friend and the one woman who knows how to drive him up a wall.Working with Juniper in the confines of their tiny office is a nightmare. She's stubborn, challenges everything he says, and is way too good at her job. In fact, she's so good that Julian is forced to ask her for help on a tough case. And while Juniper agrees, there's one catch.JUNIPER ST. JAMES has never met her half-sister before, yet she finds herself with an invitation to her lavish New York wedding. With only a handful of stressful weeks to go until the big event, Juniper wants a fake boyfriend, and she wants Julian's help getting his college roommate and hot NFL star, Noah, to play the role.Julian reluctantly goes along with the trade, but spending long, late nights working on his case with Juniper makes him realize how surprisingly well he can tolerate her company. Or more than tolerate. And when Noah bails on being Juniper's fake wedding date, Julian is ready to step in. But he promises himself he'll never let her know how happy he is to stand by her side-even if just for one night.

Flora, in un periodo particolare della sua vita, decide di partire per la Provenza per realizzare un sogno che da tempo custodisce nei suoi pensieri. Qui incontrerà persone gentili con le quali potrà condividere un progetto artistico e storie di vita, ma un evento drammatico metterà in crisi la decisione di rimanere in Provenza e la spingerà a desiderare di tornare nella terra d'origine. Il sostegno di una persona cara sarà importante e Flora potrà continuare a vendere emozioni, veicolate da oli essenziali e fiori di lavanda, nella sua una bottega nella Piazza dei Papi di Avignone. Un viaggio, nei luoghi della Provenza, nei ricordi della terra di origine, nelle tradizioni nuove e antiche, nei pensieri e nei sentimenti, accompagna Flora nel nuovo tempo della sua vita, in un lento divenire che si sublima in una nuvola di fiori di ginestre e lavanda.

Dieses Werk handelt im ersten Teil von einem Teenager, der gleichzeitig die Diagnose Essstörung und jene der ADHS erhält. Neben der Suche nach den Ursachen und der allmählichen Sichtbarwerdung der Krankheitssymptome in den verschiedenen Entwicklungsphasen des Betroffenen sind ebenfalls die Auswirkungen auf die unmittelbaren Angehörigen beschrieben, d.h. die Belastung, der diese ausgesetzt sind. Die Pandemie als Auslöser bzw. Verstärker der Erkrankung ist berücksichtigt. Im zweiten Teil folgt ein fiktives Gespräch zwischen Elon Musk und Greta Thunberg, die ja beide an einer Form von Autismus, dem Asperger Syndrom, leiden und dennoch sozusagen zu Weltstars emporgestiegen sind. Der dritte Teil bringt ein Beispiel des Therapieansatzes von False Memory, der Erinnerungsverfälschung. Dieser richtet sowohl bei der Patientin wie bei ihren Familienangehörigen verheerende Schäden an, obwohl er doch als Problemlösung dienen sollte.

Ce livre est adapté du livre " le coaching SDHEA pour débutant" paru en langue française et dans cinq autres langues.Ce livre est lui-même une adaptation simplifiée du cours magistral contenu dans le COACHING SDHEA 4ème édition, bible de 636 pages qui traite pour tous les professionnels du soin et de la thérapie, de l'analyse des systèmes et de la gestion des émotions, de la gestion de l'excellence par la nutrition le sport des quatre piliers, la théorie de la beauté plastique avec le Hara de Dürkheim, du tantrisme de la main gauche et des techniques de mémorisation, de la parole thérapeutique et de la PNL, de la relaxation et de la Sophrologie et enfin de l'hypnose Eriksonnienne.Ce cours , adapté au livre "Vivre 120 ans, c'est possible", fait ressortir le rôle joué par l'hormone mère de toutes les hormones, le Sulfate DHEA qui semble être créé par toutes ces techniques, et traite également de la transe hypnotique adaptée à l'autohypnose en faisant procéder à la création de parties dissociées propres à fabriquer des cent-vingtenaires, mais propose aussi des comportements, des capacités et des valeurs propices à éliminer les blocages de parties hypnotiques qui voient des inconvénients à la création d'un telle partie. Le livre apporte tous les protocoles pour cela.Associé à de la relaxation et à de la Sophrologie , ce livre devrait permettre de régler tous les problèmes de stress et de déréglements de toutes sortes, y compris les problèmes de sommeil, qui empêchent d'atteindre cet objectif.Enfin, l'analyse des systèmes auquel le lecteur est formé, lui permet de dialoguer avec lui-même en discours basés sur la voie du milieu, technique la meilleure pour atteindre son inconscient le plus profond en permanence.Ne cherchez plus ! La solution est bien là pour faire de vous un cent-vingtenaire et vous propulser dans un monde nouveau plein d'immortalité et de plaisirs nouveaux que seuls les oracles les plus fous peuvent prévoir.

Meg McGrath, a publicist with few but impressive credits on her resume, finds herself playing in the P.R. big leagues when she lands a job as head of publicity for The Chieftain's Son, an Irish historical drama based on an insanely bestselling series of romance novels. The show's buzz hits the stratosphere in its first season, and given her lack of experience, the network questions Meg's ability to keep up with the skyrocketing publicity demands of their top tier show.When her boss threatens to replace her with a new head of P.R. and demote Meg to an assistant position, she convinces him to make a deal. If she orchestrates an unforgettable splash for The Chieftain's Son at Cali Con, a massive annual convention of the popular arts in San Diego, she'll continue at the helm of publicity for the show.Much to Meg's resentment, in San Diego the network pairs her up with Cian Malley, the savvy publicist of the network's other top show, Star's Shadow, to show rookie Meg the ropes. Meg's initial game plan is to simply siphon off the best of her competitor's marketing flair in order to keep her job - until the heat between them burns down the boundaries of their professional connection, complicating everything.Will the sizzle between Meg and Cian inspire her to up her game and impress her boss, or does her naivete blind her to the real P.R. game going on behind her back?

Can a superhero give her an orgasm? EmilyActing has become a major part of who I am. So well, in fact, my ex-boyfriends didn't know I'd never reached orgasm. When my roommate, Jake, helps me out of an awkward and embarrassing situation with a Halloween costume, and learns of my failings, he seems determined to prove he'll be the first man to give me an orgasm.I've lusted after Jake forever and I might even have feelings for him, so it's a bad idea, right? JakeI've had a thing for my roommate, Emily, since the day I met her. I jumped at the chance to rescue her when she needed a roommate. I'll do more than that to be the first man to give her an orgasm.Now to make sure I'm the only man. Lustman to the Rescue is the humorous fifth standalone book in the Hollywood Hearts short story series. If you like instalove, holiday romance, and a quick read then you'll love Helen Walton's charming romance.

"Did I just see a hot chick running down the road with a live chicken under her arm?" AshCommitment is not my thing nor do I want it to be.After the things I've been through with women, I have sworn off relationships.There's only ever been one woman that I thought I felt pulled to and I blew it. Not only was it the best date of my life, it was also the worst night of my life. Since then, I have become a nail and bail kind of guy. But then Sunday Sutton bursts back into my life, and ends up living with her son and their pet chicken across the hall from me.There is no avoiding her or her radiant presence - everyone at the shop loves her, my sister loves her. Every time I open my mouth, I make it worse. But when I need a date to a wedding, Sunday is the only one that I can think I would want to be there with me.In fact, she's the only one I want to be with anywhere. SundayAsh Johnson is unbelievable. He's arrogant, conceited, self-absorbed and he's everything I do not want in my life.We had one night, years ago, and ever since he has been awful towards me. Well, I am sick of him and his nonsense. It doesn't matter anyways, my son and I have a few more months until we are back home in Alabama. But when I find myself living across the hall from him, I can't help but be caught up in his charm.Ash could be easy to love, if only he would let people in to see the real him, and not this shallow version of himself he projects.

Pocket Dog is a smart, upmarket rom-com about Ollie Allyinphree, a hapless and perpetually single (if charmingly nerdy) research librarian in Boston. When Ollie comes into a sizeable fortune, he begins to receive marriage proposals from women all over the world. One relationship after another falls through until, with the help of a long-lost twin brother and a mysterious tiny rescue dog, Ollie learns how to overcome his passivity and take the risks that lead him to find and name what he truly wants.Pocket Dog explores themes of taking risks in relationships and decision-making, the limits of knowledge and logic, and the meaning of love.

Opposites attract in this sweet holiday rom com-but will this small-town sweetheart and her alluring new neighbor be a perfect match or a recipe for disaster?It's the most wonderful time of the year...unless you're me. Hold the hayrides, keep your cocoa, and don't put me within a country mile of mistletoe. This year, Christmas means chaos. My sister's getting married and I-Gwen Griffin, perfectionist extraordinaire-will make sure her wedding is flawless. That includes doing the impossible: finding myself a wedding date. But in my tiny hometown of Jasmine Falls, South Carolina, I'll have better luck winning the lottery. I may be awesome at running my cafe, but I'm terrible at men. And after my last epic breakup, everyone in town knows it. That's why I need a plus-one-even a fake one-so that when my sister gets married, everyone's attention is on her, where it belongs. The guy next door is perfect for the job. Gorgeous and charming, Logan Fyfe is only here for a few weeks. He's also a hot Scottish bazillionaire who's totally out of my league-so my risk of falling into a relationship with him? Less than zero. Pretending to date Logan is the perfect plan-until it isn't. Beneath his devilish smirk and delicious brogue is a big-hearted man who makes me feel the one thing I never believed to be true-that I'm enough, just the way I am. With the wedding approaching, there's nothing fake about my feelings anymore. When he slips his arm around my waist and whispers into my ear? Yeah, I'm a goner.We may be worlds apart, but I'm done pretending. It's time to get real...even if it means risking my heart.

"Isabelle is completely lost. When she first began her career in publishing after college, she did not expect to be twenty-five, still living at home, and one of the few Black employees at her publishing house. Overworked and underpaid, constantly torn between speaking up or stifling herself, Izzy thinks there must be more to this publishing life. So when she overhears her boss complaining about a beastly high-profile author who has failed to deliver his long-awaited manuscript, Isabelle sees an opportunity to finally get the promotion she deserves. All she has to do is go to the author's Santa Barbara mansion and give him a pep talk or three. How hard could it be? But Izzy quickly finds out she is in over her head. Beau Towers is not some celebrity lightweight writing a tell-all memoir. He is jaded and withdrawn and--it turns out--just as lost as Izzy. But despite his standoffishness, Izzy needs Beau to deliver, and with her encouragement, his story begins to spill onto the page. They soon discover they have more in common than either of them expected, and as their deadline nears, Izzy and Beau begin to realize there may be something there that wasn't there before"--

Clutching the faded postcard tightly in her hand, Daisy looks around the sun-soaked Irish village. So this is the place her mother ran away from all those years ago... What secrets did she leave hidden here for Daisy to find? Daisy Clarke is searching for a new beginning. So when she inherits a lake house on the stunning west coast of Ireland that was mysteriously left to her late mother Rose, she wonders if this could be the fresh start she's been looking for. Daisy has never visited the tiny village of Innisfree, with its rolling green hills and cobbled streets, but she remembers how her mother's eyes would fill with tears whenever it was mentioned. Because when she was pregnant, Rose ran away from this magical place in the middle of the night with a heart-breaking secret she never shared... Arriving in Ireland, Daisy meets James, the handsome lawyer handling her inheritance. With his warm Irish charm, gorgeous sense of humour, and sparkling sapphire blue eyes, he soon makes her heart flip whenever she sees him. And when he offers to renovate the lake house and help her uncover her family history, Daisy begins to wonder if she can open her heart once more. But when Daisy discovers the shocking truth behind her inheritance and her true family, it changes everything... When the dust settles, will she be able to build a future with James? Or will the secrets of her mother's past destroy her hopes of a future in the beautiful Irish village she has grown to love? An absolutely gorgeous, uplifting and heart-warming romance about new beginnings, second chances and finding love. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Cate Woods and Susanne O'Leary. Praise for Colleen Coleman: 'Ohhhhhhhhhhh this author doesn't disappoint... I was able to lose myself in every word... Everything I could want from a book and more, deserving a rating of the entire amount of stars in the universe. Truly - five ain't gonna cut it at all, this book is pint-sized perfection.' The Writing Garnet ¿¿¿¿¿

Pocket Dog is a smart, upmarket rom-com about Ollie Allyinphree, a hapless and perpetually single (if charmingly nerdy) research librarian in Boston. When Ollie comes into a sizeable fortune, he begins to receive marriage proposals from women all over the world. One relationship after another falls through until, with the help of a long-lost twin brother and a mysterious tiny rescue dog, Ollie learns how to overcome his passivity and take the risks that lead him to find and name what he truly wants.Pocket Dog explores themes of taking risks in relationships and decision-making, the limits of knowledge and logic, and the meaning of love.

She adores music and motion. He's grounded in science and stability. When red-hot memories strike a new chord, will two conflicted hearts ring true?Taylor Fox loves being a nomad. A self-proclaimed vagabond, the impulsive free-spirit keeps whispers of childhood guilt and grief quiet by hitting up every vibrant musical festival she can find. But when her trusty VW bus strands her in a blizzard outside her hometown, she turns the delay into a delightful detour with help from the kisses from a broad-shouldered hero, never expecting to see him again.Atticus Stone cherishes his deep roots. So when the wayward daughter of the family he works for shows up the summer after their one night hookup, he tries to hide the flashbacks of their intimate embraces. Though when she's only willing to offer a fling, the mellow botanist relents and gives in to their blossoming chemistry.Convinced there's no happiness like the open road, Taylor resists confronting the old pain that's kept her away for so long. And Atticus worries about the fate of his heart if he lets the gorgeous and goofy woman any further past his walls.Can they sidestep endless pitfalls and follow the path to happily ever after?This is book four in the Fox Family Series. Book one is Between a Fox and a Hard Place, book two is The Fox and The Rebound, book three is Another Fox Bites the Dust. All books in this series can be read as stand-alone novels.The Fox Family Series follows all of the Fox siblings as they navigate the aftermath of loss, and find love and happily ever after.

When a single mom celebrates her recent divorce with a one night stand, a farewell fling turns into a possible second chance. Bestselling author, Lydia Michaels, tells a stunning blended family love story that gives a spectacular glimpse into the world of autism.Braydon McCullough has spent his life searching for the perfect woman. When a shy beauty propositions him, he assumes he's found her. Blindsided by their chemistry, his life takes a bewildering turn when his perfect one night stand vanishes without a trace.Becca Stevens can't afford to take risks, but when persuaded by friends to commemorate her divorce by approaching a gorgeous stranger in a bar, common sense abandons her. After an unforgettable night of passion, she panics, running back to her methodical life, promising never to be so reckless again. That is until Braydon unexpectedly tracks her down. But the real Becca is nothing like the woman he took to bed and her reality might be too much for him to handle.Bestselling author, Lydia Michaels, has created an unforgettable family saga bursting with sizzling secrets and scandalous moments in this award winning series, McCullough Mountain, where each story can be read as a stand alone!

Nellie ist freischaffende Künstlerin, sie erstellt VLogs und Installationen, gelegentlich malt sie auch. Dann hat sie eine Idee - Wie wäre es, den abstrakten Begriff 'Freundschaft' einer Installation zugrunde zu legen? Wie das verläuft und was sonst in ihrem Leben passiert, kannst du in diesem Buch lesen. Ein Buch nicht nur für Frauen.

A Christmas tree farmer meets his match when his holiday-despising childhood crush returns to town with a favor to ask...Marlowe Holly:Me and Christmas aren't on the best of terms. I've only ever wanted to make a name for myself apart from my family, but my holiday-loving town can't see past the traumatic event that rocked the Holly clan all those years ago.When a summons from my strong-willed grandmother has me hightailing it from California back to my Midwest blip-on-the-map hometown, wow is there news.The beloved Holly family home is up for grabs, with a wild contest to compete for inheritance. The criteria? Participating in the month-long holiday festivities in town, with points tallied by my grandmother's hand-plucked judges.Ethan Sawyer:I can hardly believe my eyes when she walks into the local watering hole the night before Thanksgiving. Marlowe Holly. The girl I grew up with. The girl I grew to love, but never made a move on to preserve our friendship.Now she needs my help to invoke holiday cheer, which I'm never short on working at a Christmas tree farm. And I need something from her: land acreage tied to the Holly estate. If she wins the house, our family business can pull off the farm expansion we desperately need.Now if I can only manage not to fall for her all over again...Miss Humbug is a sweet, small-town, grumpy sunshine romantic comedy

OMG! I Married the Devil is engaging, funny, thoughtful, and one of the goofiest books I've read (that's a good thing!) - J. Lloyd Morgan, author of The Night the Port-A-Potty Burned DownDive into the most hilariously heartwarming love story of the year!Jill's quest to dodge the dreaded title of the neighborhood cat lady has led her to some interesting life choices, and her "hope chest" is brimming with dreams of Mr. Right. She's not asking for much-just a lumberjack Adonis who can rock a Speedo and chop wood with the same ease as he captures hearts.But fate has a sense of humor, and Jill's about to find out that true love doesn't always come with a six-pack and an axe.Enter Jack: not quite the poster boy of her fantasies, but a man whose charm and chutzpah more than make up for his... eccentricities. A sanitation worker turned unlikely Prince Charming, Jack's convinced he's the underworld's CEO, and he's got the growing powers to prove it.As Jill navigates the wild ride of romance and Jack's demonic idiosyncrasies, she discovers that maybe, just maybe, perfection is overrated.When holy water and sage fail to curb Jack's "devilish" tendencies, Jill enlists the help of a bumbling exorcist and a Voodoo Priest. Because when it comes to love, she's ready to raise hell-or at least bargain with it.OMG! I Married The Devil isn't just a romantic comedy; it's a whimsical odyssey through the dating wilderness. It's a testament that love's true magic lies in embracing each other's quirks-supernatural or not.Whether you're single, taken, or somewhere in between, this book is your hilarious guide to navigating love in a world where the supernatural is just another trait to check off on your dating profile.Will Jill's love survive her infernal matrimonial misadventure, or will she find herself living a reality that's too hot to handle?Grab your copy and join the devilishly good fun that will have you laughing, crying, and rooting for love's victory over the most otherworldly odds.

Sweet, spicy and more than a little bit naughty, Secrets in Love is a brothers best friend- friends to lovers romcom set in the heart of New York City, and the crystal clear waters of Australia's Byron Bay. Book two of the West Village series, rides the wave of playboy farmer Nate Myers, and his clueless, grumpy childhood sweetheart, Evie Austen. Can Nate finally reveal what's in his heart?Can Evie accept it without a physical causing physical injury? BlurbWhy is the one thing you can't have the one thing you want most?For years, my life, my very existence, has orbited that of my family.I have lived and breathed only for them.Become indifferent to my dreams- lost myself.But one night. One ridiculous conversation and one seemingly innocent encounter have opened the metaphorical floodgates. Washing away the walls I built around my heart, revealing hidden secrets and exposing the one thing that could bring me back to me.Cruelly, that thing, that person, has been right before my eyes for years but now sits on the other side of the world...My brother's best friend.

Intimacy can be awkward ... but someone's gotta write about it.Samuel Harthrup - AKA romance novelist Sammie Hart - has lost his mojo. His MasterChef-inspired smash-hit Heat in the Kitchen left readers voracious for a sequel, but Sam's muse ran off with a hulking, tattooed biker, and his new manuscript is more fizzle than sizzle. Sam needs help - a special ingredient to inspire the spicy scenes his editor (and career) demands.When the circus rolls into the small town of Moonshine, Sam stumbles upon Anita Fortuna, a psychic who firmly believes that wishing upon a star will make your dreams come true. Together, they resolve to whip his manuscript into shape, and succumbing to personal temptations is not an option - no matter how enticing the offer might be.On a deadline, and with Sam's career at stake, can Sam and Anita find the write way for romance, define their own stories, and discover whether words are enough? Or is the whole deal a recipe for disaster?

Johanna will ihr Leben verändern, aber sie ist sich noch nicht sicher, wie alles weitergehen soll. Gerade in dem Moment erhält sie die Einladung ihres Onkels Apollo, der auf einem Gutshof eine moderne Künstlerkolonie eingerichtet hat. Da tun sich plötzlich für die junge Frau neue Möglichkeiten auf. Künstler, die ihr auf dem Gut Fontana begegnen, zeigen Johanna neue Wege.

"Forever," David said. "I promise, it only gets better from here." After her parents' famous marriage ended, it took a long time for Marin Beckett to commit to love, despite the romantic gestures of her poetry professor fiancé. They've finally set a wedding date, and now she's sure their love will last. If only he'd come along on her ten-day work trip, complete with a fancy Manhattan apartment, a chauffeured car, and a visit to a film set based on her very own book. With David, the trip would have been enthralling. Without him? The pressure to live up to work expectations and her brilliant dad's legacy makes her sweat. When she's forced to explore the demise of her parents' romance during a glittering tribute to her dad's memoir, Marin's long-buried doubts about love rise to the surface. Is she simply nervous? Or is her fear of commitment rooted in a truth she hasn't quite figured out?