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Math teacher Michael Carter is not a happy man. His daughter, Jessica, has gone missing. Then his wife dies from Hodgkin's Disease. Alone and depressed, he doesn't believe he can ever love another woman. Michael must overcome obstacles if he is ever to find happiness again. At the beginning of the new school year at Primrose Junior Secondary School in Halifax, Nova Scotia, a girl named Elizabeth is in Michael's math class. She can't get along with anyone. Like Michael, she is also unhappy and seems troubled. Teased by other students, Elizabeth has a poor home life. She is removed from her family and placed in a foster home. Michael's life is starting to take a turn for the better. He meets a woman named Alison at a local coffee shop and they share some fun adventures. But she has troubles of her own, suffering in an abusive marriage. The two fall in love, and then something strange happens ...Author Bio: First-time author Laura Ann lives in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. When not spending time with her family and enjoying music, she is working on her second novel, The Perfect Sister.

No Boys Allowed ... Ever. Rapunzel Gothel has lived her life in a suffocating bubble. A near assault in high school scared her into following her mother's strict rules about boys. Now, however, at almost 25, she finds herself lonely and itching to break out of the barriers that surround her. Hank Fitzherbert is a carefree, optimistic playboy, who feels sorry for the girl too scared to live her life. Deciding to help Zellie learn how to have fun, he starts taking her on "just friend" dates to teach her how to navigate the real world. Things go awry when Zellie's mother, Cassia, begins to scheme to separate them. As the two try to figure out why Cassia is so intent on keeping them apart, Zellie and Hank must also fight their growing attraction to each other. What started out as just friends, is beginning to spiral into so much more. "Saving Ms. Gothel" is the 7th installment of the Middleton Prep Series. Each book is a clean romance with a fairy tale twist. The series can be read in any order.A Home for the Ugly DucklingThe Librarian and Her BeastMs. Cinder's PrinceWaking Ms. BriarA Date for the Goose GirlRunning from the WolfMs. Frogg's Hidden BillionaireSaving Ms. GothelA Billionaire for Ms. SnowGoldilock's Misunderstood Billionaire

Izzy Hazelhurst never thought loneliness, insecurity, or fear would play a part when she reconnected with Henry Carlisle, the boy she's loved since she was twelve.But Henry's now an A-list actor, and though he's shown her a life she could never have imagined, Izzy finds the price of his fame harder and harder to deal with.Then, when Henry's off filming his dream role, she learns she's pregnant. Unable to tell him and feeling more alone than ever, Izzy runs to the safety of her grandparents' home in Australia, leaving only an empty house for Henry to find upon his return.Heartbroken and confused, Henry follows Izzy to Australia, determined to win her back, but he's about to learn their relationship wasn't quiet as perfect as he believed..Can Izzy and Henry find their way back to each other, or is love built on childhood dreams never meant to last?

The writer of this story explores the history of their relationship with a woman named Emily and why they believe it went wrong, travelling a path of self-discovery and understanding that leads to two very important revelations: A relationship should never be pressured, and love is a two-sided conversation.

A man, a woman and a curse determined to keep them apart. Every date Quentin goes on ends in disaster, making him believe he is cursed in love. So, when he meets a woman who makes him tongue tied, he is reluctant to ask her out; worried their time together will end just as badly as the rest. Willow Whit, AKA Snow thinks Quentin Gruffman is the most handsome man she's ever met and she is thrilled when he finally asks her out. But every time they are together, something odd happens to break up their evening. The closer Quentin and Snow get, the more dangerous the accidents become. Can they figure out where the curse is coming from before it's too late? Or will Snow leave just like every woman before her? A Prince for Ms. Snow is part of the Middleton Prep series.Each installment is a clean, contemporary romance with a fairy tale ending. The books may be read in any order.A Home for the Ugly DucklingThe Librarian and Her BeastMs. Cinder's PrinceWaking Ms. BriarA Date for the Goose GirlRunning From the WolfMs. Frogg's Hidden PrinceSaving Ms. GothelA Prince for Ms. SnowGoldilock's Misunderstood Millionaire

He's a Shakespeare quoting charmer, but the one girl he wants, refuses to be part of his fan-club. Sent to private school from the time she was a toddler, Aurora, (Rory) Briar, has quickly learned that everyone in life leaves. But one fateful night, on her sixteenth birthday, she dances with a charismatic boy in the woods, creating a sweet memory she has held onto for eight years. Now in her twenties, Rory takes a job as a science teacher at the private academy of Middleton Prep and to her delight, discovers her mystery boy is a fellow teacher. It doesn't take long, however, for those memories to turn sour as she watches Steven Phillips flirt and charm everyone he comes into contact with. Realizing their past meant nothing to him, Rory pushes him away despite the chemistry they share. When they are forced to together on a project for underprivileged youth, Rory and Steven quickly figure out that they must overcome their differences or other people may suffer the consequences. The Middleton Prep series are stand alone, clean romances by best-selling author Laura Ann. They can be read in any order, but to avoid spoilers, it's best to start at the beginning. Books by Laura AnnMiddleton PrepPrequel: A Home for the Ugly Duckling Book #1: The Librarian and her BeastBook #2: Ms. Cinder's PrinceBook #3: Waking Ms. BriarBook #4: A Date For The Goose Girl Book #5: Running from the WolfBook #6: Ms. Frogg's Hidden BillionaireBook #7: Saving Ms. GothelBook #8: A Billionaire for Ms. Snow Book #9: Goldilock's Misunderstood BillionaireThe Overnight Billionaire BachelorsHer Billionaire BossHer Billionaire ChefHer Fake Billionaire BoyfriendHer Billionaire GardenerThe Billionaire's Best Friend

Just who is the real L.G.? Mateo Kingsley was desperate to find a woman who would look beyond his wallet, which led him to an online dating site that banned pictures or names. When he feels a deep connection with L.G., he can't help but be overeager to meet her in person. But surprising L.G. at the school where she works proves to have dire consequences. Strange coincidences soon lead Mateo to believe he is dating the wrong L.G. But why won't anyone tell him the truth? Tired of being left behind in the romance department, Lucy Gozling finds herself signed up for online dating. To her surprise, she begins a correspondence with M.K., a man who quickly begins to steal Lucy's heart. But when she discovers he has mistaken one of her colleagues for herself, she sets out to put things right. When her job is threatened if she exposes the truth, Lucy must decide what she is willing to risk. A career she loves or the man who might just be her Happily Ever After. 'A Date for the Goose Girl' is the fourth installment in the Middleton Prep series. Each story is a clean, contemporary romance, loosely based on your favorite fairy tales. The books can be read in any order.A Home for the Ugly DucklingThe Librarian and Her BeastMs. Cinder's PrinceWaking Ms. BriarA Date for the Goose GirlRunning from the WolfMs. Frogg's Hidden BillionaireSaving Ms. GothelA Billionaire for Ms. SnowGoldilock's Misunderstood Billionaire

Math teacher Michael Carter is not a happy man. His daughter, Jessica, has gone missing. Then his wife dies from Hodgkin's Disease. Alone and depressed, he doesn't believe he can ever love another woman. Michael must overcome obstacles if he is ever to find happiness again.At the beginning of the new school year at Primrose Junior Secondary School in Halifax, Nova Scotia, a girl named Elizabeth is in Michael's math class. She can't get along with anyone. Like Michael, she is also unhappy and seems troubled. Teased by other students, Elizabeth has a poor home life. She is removed from her family and placed in a foster home.Michael's life is starting to take a turn for the better. He meets a woman named Alison at a local coffee shop and they share some fun adventures. But she has troubles of her own, suffering in an abusive marriage. The two fall in love, and then something strange happens ...About the Author: First-time author Laura Ann lives in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. When not spending time with her family and enjoying music, she is working on her second novel, The Perfect Sister.

Two halves, One house...When dreams clash can these two find love in an old fixer-upper?Genevieve Winters is finally seeing light at the end of a long, dark tunnel, when her sole living relative passes away. The situation leaves her alone in the world, but offers something she's always dreamed of. The opportunity to open a bed and breakfast, turning her broken down inheritance into a place of light and laughter. Her dreams crash, however, when a handsome stranger shows up claiming he owns half of the seaside mansion and he's not willing to sell.Cooper James couldn't believe his luck when his estranged grandfather left him a half ownership in home in Oregon. It was the perfect opportunity for Cooper to start fresh in a place where no one knew the mistakes of his past. His patience is tested when the other owner, a beautiful but angry woman, demands to open a bed and breakfast, a situation that would be in direct contrast to his hopes for a refuge in which to build a new life.Can these two set aside their differences long enough to test the attraction simmering between them? Or will their fighting cost them everything?If you enjoy sweet, heartwarming romances with spunky heroines and swoon-worthy heroes, you'll ADORE Laura Ann's romantic tale of friendship, redemption and love.Grab your copy today Check out ALL the books in the "Bulbs, Blossoms and Bouquets" series by best-selling author, Laura Ann: Her Unexpected RoommateHer Unexpected Second ChanceHer Unexpected DeliveryHer Unexpected ProtectorHer Unexpected StarHer Unexpected RivalHer Unexpected CatchHer Unexpected PartnerFind her other books at lauraannbooks.com

"Totally swoon worthy kisses. Definitely recommend ""An excellent story "Melody Frasier loves her small town life on the Oregon coast. She has good friends, an irritating but lovable brother and her very own shop, where she makes smoothies served with a smile every day. The only thing missing is the man she's pined for since middle school. Her brother's best friend, Jensen Tanner. No matter what she does, he simply refuses to see her as anything more than a little sister and with each year that passes, Mel is worried she'll never get over the handsome school teacher in order to find happiness elsewhere.Jensen Tanner feels stuck. He's spent his entire life following the path his parents laid out for him, which has led to a quiet life in Oregon teaching high school English during the day, but dreaming of stage lights and stardom at night. Everything turns upside down, however, when his guitar skills garner him national attention just as he starts to fall for his best friend's little sister. Now he must figure out where his heart truly lies and the answer isn't as easy as he would have expected.Does he stay in Seaside Bay and explore the sparks between him and Mel? Or risk losing her by grasping his chance at fame and fortune?If you enjoy sweet, inspirational romances with spunky heroines and swoon-worthy heroes, you'll ADORE Laura Ann's romantic tale of friendship, second chances and love. Grab your copy today Check out ALL the books in the "Bulbs, Blossoms and Bouquets" series: Her Unexpected RoommateHer Unexpected Second ChanceHer Unexpected DeliveryHer Unexpected ProtectorHer Unexpected AllyHer Unexpected DateHer Unexpected Love

She swore she'd never take on a partner...now her dreams might depend on it.Charlize (Charli) Mendez has made a name for herself as Seaside Bay's handywoman. There's nothing she can't repair or restore if given the chance. The only caveat is that she always works alone... even when a lucrative offer from a handsome stranger falls right into her lap.Bronson Ramsay is growing desperate. At his father's passing, he learned that in order to access his inheritance and save the charity he volunteers with, Bronson will have to get 'a real job' and prove his worth before the money is handed over. Bronson decides to restore and flip an old home in Seaside Bay, but he can't do it alone and the only person who can help him is a spunky, beauty who doesn't play nice with others.When a chance at her dream comes earlier than Charli planned, she has to reconsider the opportunity in front of her. Can she set aside her bias if it means getting everything she wants? More importantly...can she do it without losing her heart?Don't miss this heartwarming, sweet romance by best selling author, Laura Ann Grab your copy today

He's out of money, she's trying to save her Nana's home...Will their competing businesses keep them from their chance at love?Caroline "Caro" Douglas adores running her chocolate shop in Oregon, away from the drama of her family back in Georgia. But when her Nana calls needing financial help, Caro must pull out all the stops in order to earn the money necessary to save her family's home. Too bad the man she just went on a date with is stealing all her customers.Ever since the death of his mother, Jack Porter has done 2 things. Baked cookies in her memory, and never stayed in one place for more than a few weeks. Running a food truck that specializes in his mother's favorite cookie recipes has allowed him to avoid putting down roots or dealing with the loss of losing the one woman he could always count on. Until his truck breaks down in small town Oregon and a sassy blonde makes him rethink his nomad lifestyle.Their attraction is enough to start a bonfire, but Caro needs Jack to keep moving if she's ever going to be able to help her Nana. Can they set aside their competing businesses long enough to find love? Or will their family backgrounds be enough to drive them apart?

A college professor looking for acceptance and a moody ship captain searching for freedom.When a rumor sparks a dangerous debate, can these two find love on the high seas?Dr. Hadlee Ford is on track to be the youngest Associate Professor at the college she teaches at, despite being the only female and the obvious prejudice of her faculty board. A past mistake makes it difficult to get the funding she needs, but she eventually convinces her colleagues her final project has merit. Hadlee takes off, excited for the opportunity to prove herself once and for all. Little does she know that a vicious rumor has proceeded her to Seaside Bay, and if the town fishermen have their way, her project will never leave the shoreline.Captain Felix Mendez is finally free. He spent most of his adult life raising his little sister after the death of their parents. Now that she's married and out of his house, he's eager to enjoy life without any ties. His plans are disrupted, however, when he's roped into driving a marine biologist around in his boat all summer. His job is to make sure she gets all the information she needs to complete her research, NOT to protect her from the town's inhabitants. Yet, no matter how much he fights it, Felix is intrigued by the beautiful scientist and soon staying close to keep her safe isn't as horrible as he'd thought.When their plans for the future clash, can these two find enough common ground to give their attraction a chance? Or will gossip and fear send them sailing in different directions?

He's the first man to pull her attention away from a longtime celebrity crush...too bad their relationship is only temporary.Brooklyn Howell has watched each and every one of her friends find their happy ever after's. On the outside, she smiled, supported and cheered them on, but inside...she's dying of loneliness. To top it off, her celebrity crush, the man she measures every date by, has recently been hurt. It seems as if life can't get any worse, until she meets a grouchy tourist who helps give her a reason to look beyond herself.Grayson Cordova has a face that's recognizable all over the world. So when he's hurt on a movie set, his ability to find rest and relaxation is severely limited by the swarming media. In order to find peace and healing, he and his team devise a way to hide Grayson in a small, coastal town where the nearest paparazzi is several hours away. His bushy beard and grumpy personality go a long way in keeping people from getting too close, until he meets a beautiful woman intent on helping him get better. He lies to her about his identity, but there's no lying about the fact that she begins to help him heal more than his leg.Brook's intentions may have started out platonic, but soon their attraction to each other is difficult to ignore. But Grayson's lies and the hungry paparazzi are about to come to a boiling point. Is their love enough to withstand the coming storm? Or will they end up back where they started? If you enjoy sweet, clean Hallmark-style romances with spunky heroines and swoon-worthy heroes, you'll ADORE Laura Ann's romantic tale of friendship, redemption and love. Grab your copy today

Hope's holiday is interrupted when she's accused of stealing from a guest.Can she prove her innocence before it's too late?Helping her grandmother after her hip surgery was a no-brainer for Hope Masterson. She and two of her cousins came willing and able to keep the "Gingerbread Inn" up and running. She had no idea she would meet a boy she'd known in her youth, who now worked at the inn. The lanky teen Hope remembers is now a ruggedly handsome man, and amazingly, his sights are set on her.Enoch Dunlap had been content with his work at the "Gingerbread Inn". As the resident handyman, his life was comfortable and predictable. But when his employer's granddaughters come to help over the holidays, his peaceful existence is turned on its head as soon as he lays eyes on Hope. She's just as quiet as she was when they were younger, but his attraction to her is definitely not a teenage crush.When food and other items begin to disappear around the inn, everyone is surprised and a little dismissive. But when the thief escalates to stealing jewelry and Hope is accused of doing the deed, they spring into action. Can Hope and Enoch clear her name before it's time to go back to her regular life? And a bigger question...will she even want to?"Her Christmas Handyman" is the first sweet story in "The Gingerbread Inn" Christmas Romance Trilogy. If you enjoy clean romance with a dash of suspense, you'll adore Laura Ann's charming tale

She wants nothing more than to prove her place in the kitchen, but when a thief upsets her plans, help comes from an unlikely source...Emory Mason is out to prove herself. Going to culinary school was everything she hoped it would be, but now she works under a chef who doesn't appreciate her skills or creativity. When her grandmother sends out a call for help over the holidays, Emory decides this is the chance she needs to prove that she can make it in this career by winning the Gingerbread Contest that her family has dominated for the last decade.Antony Harrison grew up at his mother's elbow in the kitchen. Taking a leap of faith, he opens a bakery on a small coastal town and bakes to his heart's desire. When the locals aren't as welcoming as he'd hoped, he turns his eye to the annual Gingerbread contest. Surely if he wins such a coveted award, the people of Seagull Cove will open their arms to his business.These two competitors find themselves at odds with each other until a thief gives them a common goal. Can they set aside their competitive spirits in order to catch the criminal or will the lure of winning keep them apart?

Five years ago she ran to save her life.Will falling in love a second time help her to find a new one?Rosalinda Ingalls has spent the last few years building a flower business from the ground up and raising her special needs daughter in the small town of Seaside Bay, Oregon. Along the way she has become part of a family of friends who would do anything for each other. Except, Rose has a part of her past that she refuses to share, determined to protect those she loves, including the town's police chief. Her feelings for him are stronger than she's ever experienced before, but to let him in means to risk his life and Rose won't let herself even entertain the thought. She has enough regrets in her past and she won't add Ken Wamsley to the list.Captain Ken has kept his distance from the beautiful Rose, acting as her friend for years, though he's always longed for more. When a threatening text starts of a chain of events that causes her past and present to clash, Ken knows he can no longer stand on the sidelines and watch. Seizing the opportunity, he grows even closer to Rose and her daughter Lily, hoping that when the danger is over, their relationship will become much more permanent.Can Rose open up enough to let Ken protect her and her daughter? Or will the impending threat cause Rose to grab Lily and run, leaving a trail of broken hearts in her tracks?If you enjoy spunky heroines and sweet heroes, then this clean, Hallmark style romance is for you Grab your copy today Don't miss a single story in the "Bulbs, Blossoms and Bouquets" series.Her Unexpected RoommateHer Unexpected Second ChanceHer Unexpected PartnerHer Unexpected RivalHer Unexpected CatchHer Unexpected StarHer Unexpected DeliveryHer Unexpected Protector