Ginny Baird

My Best Friend's BrideA confirmed bachelor gets asked to marry his best friend's girl. From New York Times Bestselling Author GINNY BAIRD, a new laugh-out-loud romantic comedy... My Best Friend's Bride Relationship expert Jillian Jamison is in a bind. While her first book was a successful bestseller, her second tome tanked. Now, her publisher wants a spin on the third book, Married Love: Keeping Those Home Fires Burning, that's up close and personal. With financial pressures mounting and sole responsibility for her aging grandfather, Jill feels forced into wedlock in order to appease her publisher and keep her job. But it's only for a year, and she's devised a plan with her long-term friend. When Brad backs out due to problems with his real girlfriend Susan, Jill fears she'll be left standing alone at the altar. Then Brad offers a solution: Jill can marry the one man on earth she despises...his handsome best friend. Hunter Delaney is a confirmed bachelor and that's how he likes it. When his best friend, Brad, approaches him with an unusual contract, he's determined to run for the hills, especially since the name on the paperwork is international celebrity Jillian Jamison, the woman who spurned him in high school. Hunter would rather do anything than spend twelve months of his life saddled with her. But he has a soft spot for Brad, who's in a predicament, so Hunter agrees to consider Brad's proposal. When Hunter learns he's getting passed over for a promotion because the family-oriented client only wants to work with someone who's married, this clinches the deal. Hunter is "in" for as long as he can stand it. Jill is not thrilled with the arrangement either. But really, what choice does she have? Even if it has to look authentic on the outside, between her and Hunter it's just pretend. Besides, she reasons rationally, she's already got the dress...

For fans of The Ghost Next Door, a new spine-tingling mystery-romance. A woman is stranded along a lonely Virginia highway and is rescued by a handsome stranger. But is he leading her to safety, or into greater danger? New York Times Bestselling Author GINNY BAIRD The Light at the End of the Road All Samantha Williams wants is to find her way home. Her father's critically ill and the family doesn't believe he'll make it through the weekend. But the fates and Mother Nature aren't cooperating. Icy rain has caused highway closings along Sam's precipitous mountain route, and she's forced to take treacherous back roads. When her car hits black ice and skids into a ditch, Sam fears for her survival. Then a stranger appears on the scene to offer her a hand. Only, after a while, Sam starts to fear this handsome mystery man is leading her in the wrong direction... Jake Marlow normally doesn't travel this road at night. In fact, he barely gets back to the country. But a business emergency has him taking chances with the weather in his trustworthy SUV. At least, he believed it trustworthy until it blew two tires this evening. Seeking shelter in the storm, he comes across a beautiful woman in even more dire circumstances than his own. While he's sure he's never met her, there's something about Samantha Williams he feels he knows. Driven to protect her and get her to safety, Jake's prepared to make any sacrifice. Yet the mysterious light they're chasing eludes them time and again.

From bestselling author Ginny Baird, a New York Times and USA Today Bestseller The Holiday Brides Collection (Books 1- 4), a magical, heartwarming collection of holiday love stories. This volume contains: The Christmas Catch, The Holiday Bride, Mistletoe in Maine, Beach Blanket Santa. Four heartwarming romances filled with holiday spirit: Christine gives love a second chance in snowy Vermont; widower William is startled when Santa delivers a new mommy; single mom Carol discovers a winter wonderland in Maine; and Matt and Sarah find each other again by the North Carolina shores. These sweet holiday stories will have you laughing and sighing, and once again believing--in the special magic of Christmas.

THE GETAWAY GROOM (Summer Grooms Book 4)A feisty Southern belle meets a big-city bachelor when they're both on the run from heartache, and sparks fly. A heartwarming and humorous small-town romance. ** Book 4 in the Amazon Bestselling Series ** SUMMER GROOMS SERIESMust-Have Husband (Book 1)My Lucky Groom (Book 2)The Wedding Wish (Book 3)The Getaway Groom (Book 4) What readers are saying: "...a love story that will warm your heart and curl your toes." "If you enjoy books that are clean, realistic, and light hearted, then I highly recommend this book." "Ginny Baird seems to have no trouble at all making us feel as though we are actually a part of her stories and I, for one, wish I were..." THE GETAWAY GROOMLove on the run... Mark Delacroix is on the run from heartache. While his job setting up factories for DelaStar Drafts demands mobility, it's really his trouble with women that keeps Mark on the move. When Mark meets Ivy Green, his whole world changes. She's smart and sweet, and helps him see country life in a brand-new light. But can a pretty Southern belle change a big-city bachelor's mind about his destiny? It's taken Ivy Green a lifetime to sort things out. What she wants and whom she loves, including which guy she can't get over. When Mark Delacroix arrives in Rosemont, the locals worry he'll destroy the town. Yet, he hopes to rebuild it, with Ivy's help. In return, Mark plays Ivy's date at her ex-fianc 's wedding, so she can prove to Rosemont - once and for all - that she's left Austin behind. But when she does, will another man take his place in her heart? A sweet, PG-rated romantic comedy and a stand-alone read.

A New York reporter gets more than she bargained for while posing as a Wild West Bride. #1 Bestseller in Contemporary Western Fiction Bestseller in Literature & Fiction > Westerns (Top 5)Bestseller > Kindle eBooks > Genre Fiction > Westerns (Top 5)Bestseller > Kindle eBooks > Romantic Comedy (Top 100) COUNTERFEIT COWBOY by Ginny BairdWhen it comes to love, Only the heart knows for sure... New York reporter Eve Parker is done with being a bridesmaid and ready to become a Wild West Bride. When her editorial director sends her to Wyoming to write an article on a new matchmaking service, Eve's prepared to go under cover. Little does she suspect she'll wind up under the covers with an ultra sexy cowboy. Ted Walker is handsome and charming, and oh so easy to kiss. So easy, in fact, Eve nearly forgets he's the subject of her story. When she reveals the truth, will Ted still be willing to confide? Eve's soon to learn she's not the only one keeping secrets. Ted Walker calls Jackson Hole home. He's got wide open spaces, room to ride, and a dependable place to hang his hat. He's got a booming business besides. With males outnumbering females in these parts, he and his buddy Brian have developed foolproof algorithms for predicting ideal couples. All they have to do is sign up for a week of Wild West Brides adventures, and let the mountain air and moonlight do the rest. When one of Ted's "grooms" goes missing, it's only natural for Ted to fill in. It's just for the week, and he's never mixed business with pleasure. That was before a stunning redhead came to town. Now Ted finds his interest in Eve is more than strictly professional. But how can he be sure her summer loving is for real? A short contemporary romance with moderate heat, approximately 50,000 words.

#1 Hot New Release in Humor & Entertainment BABY, BE MINE (Holiday Brides Book 5)A single woman gets a Christmas gift that sends her world into chaos, and has her tracking down a last-minute groom - with the help of her handsome best friend. A sweet romantic comedy novella. ** Book 5 in the New York Times Bestselling Series ** HOLIDAY BRIDES SERIESThe Christmas Catch (Book 1)The Holiday Bride (Book 2)Mistletoe in Maine (Book 3)Beach Blanket Santa (Book 4)Baby, Be Mine (Book 5)Jingle Bell Babies (Book 6) A heartwarming and funny Christmas to Valentine's Day love story. BABY, BE MINEWhen hearts are on the line...Nobody else will do Nikki Constantino has a big problem. Her Great-Aunt Mallory left her with a wad of cash, which she'll inherit under two conditions. The first one is she's got to marry within eight weeks. With family pressures mounting and her job on the line, Nikki's just desperate enough to want to honor her late aunt's wishes. Lucky for her she can enlist the help of her best friend. But as she sorts through the candidates, could it be that the guy for her is the one she least suspects? Jack Hudson has secretly had a crush on Nikki forever. So when she asks his help in securing a last-minute groom, he's conflicted. But where Nikki's concerned, Jack would do almost anything to ensure her happiness. So Jack reluctantly goes along with her plan while trying to put thoughts of them being together out of his mind. With her Valentine's Day deadline approaching, will Nikki settle for another man - or will she start seeing Jack in a new light? A sweet, PG-rated romantic comedy novella.

#1 Bestseller in Paranormal Ghost Romance A single mom and her teenage daughter move next to a spooky old house, and the small-town sheriff comes to their aid. THE GHOST NEXT DOOR (A LOVE STORY)A Hot New Release in Paranormal Ghost Romance (Top 5)A Hot New Release in Holiday Romance (Top 10) "The Ghost Next Door is a paranormal romance with a perfect blend of the unsettling and the touching." Kindle Fire Department, September 2, 2013 THE GHOST NEXT DOORWhen destiny takes a hand...You've got to hold on tight. When single mom Elizabeth Jennings gets sent to a new town to revamp its weekly paper, she resists. Her daughter Claire is just fifteen, and has recently started high school. But Elizabeth's boss insists, so the two pack up and move to the tiny Virginia town, which isn't even on most maps. Their luck goes from bad to worse when they discover the house Elizabeth rented online cozies up to an abandoned house. When creepy things start occurring next door, Elizabeth's glad to have the small-town sheriff in their corner. Nathan Thorpe is not just a stand-up guy they can trust, he's cool to have around when things go bump in the night. Elizabeth also learns he's good at holding her tight. And, when she's wrapped in his arms, she becomes afraid of more than ghostly happenings. She fears she's losing her heart. Like most folks in Blayton, Nathan Thorpe is here for a reason. Only, he didn't fully understand what that reason was until a stunning brunette and her daughter came to town. Nathan's immediately drawn to Elizabeth and feels motivated to protect her and Claire, believing that means shielding them from nonsensical small-town lore. With Halloween approaching, there are rumors swirling about concerning the old Fenton place located across the street from the graveyard, and next to the newer home occupied by the Jennings. Nathan's a calm thinker who can find a rational explanation for almost anything. Yet there are deeper mysteries in Blayton than Nathan can explain. When he learns the truth, will he still be able to hold onto the woman he loves? A sweet, traditional PG-rated romance.Short contemporary length, approximately 50,000 words. If you enjoy this story, check out Ginny's paranormal romantic suspense, The Light at the End of the Road.

If you liked the HOLIDAY BRIDES, get ready for the SUMMER GROOMS... THE WEDDING WISH (Summer Grooms Book 3)Two old childhood sweethearts meet again years later and rekindle their romance.A sweet romantic comedy about finding love with the one you've always wanted. ** Book 3 in the Amazon Bestselling Series ** SUMMER GROOMS SERIESMust-Have Husband (Book 1)My Lucky Groom (Book 2)The Wedding Wish (Book 3)The Getaway Groom (Book 4) THE WEDDING WISH (A Romantic Comedy Novella)A third bestselling Summer Grooms book on Kindle A Hot New Release in Romantic Comedy (Top 20)A Bestselling Romantic Comedy Novella (Top 20) THE WEDDING WISHDare to dream...Sometimes dreams come true Robert Reed was the first man Isabel dreamed she would marry. He was also the first guy to break her heart. Of course, they'd both been kids at the time, and Robert couldn't help that his family moved away. Sixteen years later, Isabel is stunned to see Robert strolling across the university campus where she's studying for her Masters in Art. Robert's equally surprised to see her. All grown up and in his second year of medical school, drop-dead gorgeous Robert has every bit the ability to tug at Isabel's heartstrings that he did all those years ago. As they rekindle their friendship, old feelings resurface and Isabel finds herself getting swept away. But what she doesn't know about Robert's past can hurt her, and his secret threatens to drive them apart. When Robert sees Isabel Miller for the first time in years, he can't believe the incredible d j vu. As an adult woman, she's even more beautiful than he recalls, but her personality and sweet southern accent are just as winning as they've always been. When Robert starts falling fast, he has to work extra hard to resolve some external complications. For there's nobody he wants staying in his life more than Isabel. She's the first girl that he loved, and someone he vowed long ago to hold on to forever. If it's possible the fates can grant him a second chance, Robert's determined to take it. All he needs is for Isabel to believe that love can come again. And when it does, and it's the mature kind, anything is possible for two old childhood sweethearts meeting in the heat of summer. A sweet, traditional PG-rated romantic comedy.Standard novella-length, approximately 20,000 words.

If you liked the HOLIDAY BRIDES, get ready for the SUMMER GROOMS... MUST-HAVE HUSBAND (Summer Grooms Book 1)A girl in need of a groom ropes a bachelor in the wilderness, and brings him home.A sweet comedic tale about love and taking chances. Based on a true tradition ** Book 1 in the Amazon Bestselling Series ** SUMMER GROOMS SERIESMust-Have Husband (Book 1)My Lucky Groom (Book 2)The Wedding Wish (Book 3)The Getaway Groom (Book 4) MUST-HAVE HUSBAND (A Romantic Comedy Novella)A Bestselling Book on Amazon A Hot New Release in Humor (Top 5)A Bestselling Romance in Humor (Top 20)A Hot New Release in Contemporary Romance (Top 100) MUST-HAVE HUSBANDFall for Love. Take a Chance...City girl Connie Oliver has a hard time hanging on to men, grooms in particular. Just nine weeks before her wedding, she's seen another one slip away. To make matters worse, her ailing grandfather's eightieth birthday is approaching, and he has one final wish: to see his last granddaughter married in the historic wedding gown that was first worn by his late wife and has been a family tradition for years. When her sister takes Connie on a girls' getaway in the wild to soothe her latest heartache, she quips that Connie wouldn't know a decent man if he fell on her. So, when a handsome stranger drops out of the trees, Connie's got to wonder whether he's some sort of madman - or an answer to her prayers. Rugged outdoorsman "Mac" McCormack is down on his luck after having just lost his camping store in a forest fire. So he hits the trail to forget his woes and plot his next move. Little does Mac expect the fates to deliver an angel with a predicament in need of his skills. With Connie desiring a groom and Mac requiring a down payment, their meeting seems fortuitously timed. But how far will Mac be willing to go once he learns play-acting for the Olivers is not such smooth sailing? Despite the mishaps and mayhem that ensue, can Connie and Mac achieve an authentic happy ending? That all depends on whether both of their hearts can take a chance. A sweet, traditional PG-rated romantic comedy.Standard novella-length, approximately 25,000 words.

"A fantastic second-chance romance about a snowy accident that becomes a can't-miss love story " Kindle Fire Department, November 23, 2013 THE CHRISTMAS CATCH (Holiday Brides Book 1)A struggling single mom meets a handsome bachelor in Vermont, after running him off the road during a snowstorm.A sweet, romantic tale about fate and second chances. Set in snowy Vermont ** Book 1 in the New York Times Bestselling Series ** HOLIDAY BRIDES SERIESThe Christmas Catch (Book 1)The Holiday Bride (Book 2)Mistletoe in Maine (Book 3)Beach Blanket Santa (Book 4)Baby, Be Mine (Book 5)Jingle Bell Babies (Book 6) THE CHRISTMAS CATCH#1 Hot New Release in Bargain Books on Amazon first week.#1 Best Seller in Bargain Books for 30+ days.#1 Bestselling Romance Book tagged Christmas Novella.In Top 20 books in Humor for 30+ days THE CHRISTMAS CATCHSometimes the best gifts are unexpected... Since the death of her military husband two years ago, single mom Christine White has struggled to get by. By throwing herself into her work as a Chicago copywriter, she's managed to keep food on the table but has gradually lost sight of what really matters, like building a bond with her four-year-old son. When Christine's best friend insists she spend Christmas in Vermont so she can get her life in order, Christine initially resists. Little does she know she's in for a memorable holiday that will reignite her faith and reawaken her heart. Bachelor professor John Steadman has given up on finding the right one. Spending time with his friends while keeping up with his job seems satisfying enough. Then one day close to Christmas, a beautiful woman from Chicago nearly runs him off the road during a snowstorm. What's more, she's got a kid in her car. It's only natural that John and his trusty golden retriever want to help drag them out of a ditch and steer them toward their destination. What John doesn't expect is that soon he'll be hoping Christine and her son will be staying in Vermont - for more than just a little while. A sweet, traditional PG-rated romantic comedy.Standard novella-length, approximately 25,000 words.

REAL ROMANCEA shy romance reader meets the real-life hero of her dreams.A fun romantic comedy about finding love where you least expect it. Five Stars from REVIEWS BY CRYSTAL"Real Romance is a fun entertaining story that is full of romance and laughter." Reviews by Crystal Five Stars from BOOK MAMA BLOG"Romance Junkie Approved. This book is a must read for any romance lover " Marlene Engel, Book Mama Blog REAL ROMANCEShe never saw it coming... Shy bookstore manager Marie McCloud spends each night between the covers with a hot guy... The hunky hero from one of her romance novels, that is. Having been cheated on, disparaged then ditched, Marie turns to pure fiction to soothe her aching heart. What she doesn't count on is finding real romance where she least expects it. Ladies' man David Lake is always up for a physical challenge. An intellectual one? He's not so sure. But when David meets pretty Marie, he's ready to leap through some hoops to get the brainy brunette's attention. With a little bit of research and a whole lot of reading, David prepares to sweep Marie off her feet -- for the romance of a lifetime. A short contemporary romance with moderate heat, approximately 50,000 words.