Kimberly Rose Johnson

For TV chef Adela Romero, the lights of LA have lost their luster. The grief of her husband's death three years ago still hangs heavy over her and her daughter, Fabi.When Adela hears her mother-in-law's Mexican diner is struggling, she decides to return to San Antonio and try to make a fresh start-though she can't leave the media attention entirely behind.Local food critic David Agraponte has a history with Adela. A history he'd like to rekindle. When he interviews Adela, sparks fly-both good and bad. In Adela's struggle to put her past behind her, she's tentative about a new relationship, but David hopes she'll stay at Romero's long enough to give him a chance.Sandra always dreamed of managing Romero's one day, but her chances of proving herself to her aunt are slim with her famous TV-chef cousin taking all the attention. Can't her aunt see that Adela's just passing through on her way to her next big gig? Still, as much as she resents it, Sandra may need Adela's help if there is going to be a Romero's left for her to manage.When Adela gets a TV offer that's sure to shoot her career to the stars, her choice may hold more than just her future in the balance. Can David and Adela find a way to save Romero's and hold onto their own dreams, or will Adela's opportunity push them apart?

Reporter Trinity Lockhart pursues a story but then unwittingly becomes the story.Acting on a tip from an anonymous source, Trinity investigates an art trafficking ring at a high-end Seattle gallery. She turns to handsome FBI agent Kyle Richards for help after being spotted by the crooks.Kyle is drawn to the feisty reporter, but he can't afford a beautiful distraction when lives are at stake. He must trust his friends at Protection Inc. to watch over Trinity while he investigates the gallery.Will this couple overcome the impossible odds threatening to keep them apart?Read Dark Threat today.

Katrina White's garage explodes and she fears someone is out to get her. Not long after Katrina overhears two people talking about robbing the bank where she works, her attached garage explodes. With the help of her neighbor, Frank Davis, she escapes the burning home after a storage shelf falls over, trapping her beneath it.The co-owner of Protection Inc. has one thing on his mind for the week of Christmas-rest and relaxation, but when his favorite neighbor needs his help he calls in his team. Unable to turn their backs on someone Frank clearly has feelings for the co-owners agree to help out Katrina.When things escalate, Frank is certain of two things-he cares a lot for Katrina and he can't let anything happen to her.Join the team of Protection Inc. this Christmas where love is in the air even in the midst of danger.

One little girl. Two bodyguards. Only one chance to guard their hearts.Protection Inc. co-owner, Carissa Jones, an ex-cop turned bodyguard, has one goal-keep her young client safe. When her business partner brings in a new guy to help, she discovers her heart desires more. Can she still do her job and follow her heart without compromising her client's safety?Marc Olsen, a former Military Police officer, struggles to find his way as a civilian. He agrees to help out an old friend for the summer. He gets more than he bargained for when he's assigned to work with the feisty co-owner of Protection Inc.When sparks fly faster than bullets, will the bodyguards be distracted from their task, or will they work together as an even stronger team?Read Direct Threat today.

Adam and Tara are sucked into a police investigation that might get Tara killed. Can Adam keep her safe or will he lose her forever?Tara James, the local librarian assistant, is afraid her past will catch up to her when an infant is abandoned outside the Tipton County Library. Will news of the abandoned baby stir up publicity and force her to go on the run again?Librarian Nancy Daley's world has become complicated. Carter is pushing to set a wedding date, a woman was left for dead on the side of the road, and Tara, her assistant, is acting strange. Nancy is working every angle she can think of, but the case goes from bad to bizarre. Can she find the baby's mother, help Tara, and plan her wedding without upsetting her life's delicate balance?Slow news days become a thing of the past for local reporter Adam Stacy when a dead body is discovered on the side of the road. Was the woman murdered or was it an accident? Adam's feelings are growing for Tara, but she appears to have secrets she's hiding. Is she somehow connected to the abandoned infant?When things go from bad to worse Adam does everything in his power to protect Tara, but will it be enough?

Two DEA agents. One undercover mission. Lives changed forever. The DEA sends two of its best agents, Kara Nelson and Jeff Clark, to Central Oregon, to shut down a major drug ring. Kara and Jeff usually work alone, but Operation Trail Ride throws them undercover together in a way neither of them expected.A notorious Miami drug lord wants Kara dead. Can these agents pull off the greatest acting job of their lives-and manage the sparks flying between them? Or will they die trying?If you like engaging characters, small-town antics, and page turning suspense, then you'll love Kimberly Rose Johnson's Law Enforcement Heroes series.Buy Edge Of Truth to join the adventure of this page-turning romantic suspense today.

Anna loves her job as a high school English teacher until everything goes sideways. The one bright spot in her life is Titus Gains, the school counselor, who is there for her at every turn. Titus' boss complicates his ordered world when she tasks him with running a meeting that changes everything. How had he not noticed Anna earlier? Someone is out to destroy her, and he can't let that happen. As the head of the English department, part of Luke Harms' job is to make sure everything runs smoothly. Things went haywire when Anna was put in charge of the big writing contest. Entries are missing, Anna appears to be in danger, and her job is on the line. Luke is investigating and wants to make things right for this woman he's starting to care about. Can a trio of school officials along with Nancy Daley, the town sleuth, stop the saboteur before it's too late? And will Anna choose the right man, or lose them both?

Business brought them together but will betrayal pull them apart?Michael Pierce co-owns a start-up software development company. They are well on their way to success when Michael discovers something that changes everything. Can the beautiful economist he hired fix the mess, or are they doomed to bankruptcy?Hailey is under a lot of pressure at work. Not the least of which comes directly from her new boss. She's dreamed of being a successful businesswoman, but now her heart wants more. Can she have love and a career, or will she have to choose?

Two strong-willed sleuths team up to solve a mystery. Can they work together or will their differences pull them apart?Librarian Nancy Daley loves a good mystery and enjoys moonlighting as a consultant for the sheriff's department. When license plates go missing in Tipton County, she's on the case. This time things are different--she's been partnered with the new deputy, and he's not interested in her help. To make matters worse, she's angered the wrong person and is now being threatened.Sheriff Deputy Carter Malone expects Tipton, Oregon to be a sleepy small-town, but he miscalculated. He'd come to town for a fresh start with his nephew--one without the issues big cities deal with. Had he made a mistake? To complicate matters, he's told he must consult with the sheriff's daughter, who is not in law enforcement. When the minor case they are working morphs into something more, things quickly go from harmless to scary.Can they solve the mystery before it's too late, and more importantly, what will they do about their growing attraction?"

When everything goes wrong, can two friends discover true love? When Ray O'Brien's world is turned upside down, Katie Fairchild wants to help, but the personal cost is high. Neither desires a marriage of convenience, but when Katie blurts the first thing that comes to her mind Ray can't dismiss her offer of marriage. It would solve all his problems except for one thing-they aren't in love. Can these two friends team up for the greater good and perhaps find love along the way, or are their expectations impossible?

Their passion for the arts divides them. Can they overcome their differences and find true harmony? Amber, a struggling dance teacher, is desperate to make a success of her studio. The quickly approaching Christmas recital should help except for one problem-the high school music teacher scheduled the holiday program on the same night, causing a conflict for her students. Will she be able to sustain her business or will she lose everything in the pursuit of her dream?Chris is thrilled to be back in his hometown. However, his past won't stay in the past, and the pretty dance instructor is a constant reminder of his failings. He wants to make up for his youthful mistake directed at her, but how?

In a test of wits Meghan Black goes head-to-head with local veterinarian, Ben Young. When he turns the table on her in the most unexpected way, can they hang onto their tenuous friendship, or did he go far?Never one to say no to a dare, Meghan Black takes on the challenge of setting up confirmed bachelor and veterinarian, Ben Young. Reluctant to get involved in Meghan's matchmaking, he suggests she focus on her own love life and leave his alone. However, her shocking confession that she's a one-date wonder surprises him, and without thinking, he dares her to allow him to give her dating tips. Once again unable to resist the dare, Meghan accepts. Her date with Ben turns out to be anything but what she expected. Will these two lonely hearts discover their perfect match, or will Ben's deception ruin everything?Previously published as A Match for Meghan.

When an estranged couple reunites, can they rediscover what they once shared, or will unforgiveness destroy them?CPA Susan Hill can't believe her eyes. Her former fianc is back in town, and he has a child in tow-his daughter perhaps? Could she be the reason he called off their wedding so suddenly all those years ago and left town without explanation? Writer Blake Mitchell is finally ready to face his past and pick up the shattered pieces his sudden departure caused. He's been raising his little sister on his own and wants the only woman he's ever loved back in his life. Is it too much to hope that Susan will forgive him and give him one more chance?Previously published as A Romance Rekindled.

Will fear hold them back, or will love reign?Annika returns to Mistletoe Springs, her childhood summer home, where life was always a little brighter. Without her beloved aunt and the pressure of running a failing coffee shop, her dream of continuing the success of her aunt's business fades. And why do the town's people seem to have something against her?Bryan, a local firefighter and hobby musician, needs a place for his band to practice. Main Street Java is his last hope. He remembers his former crush-the new shop owner-as a shy, sweet girl, but rumor says she's anti-music. Could the rumors be true? She seemed to enjoy Open Mic Night when she was a teenager. Has she really changed that much?Can Annika open her heart to the unexpected, or will she turn her back on the one man who makes her remember why she loved Mistletoe Springs so long ago?

Veterinarian Pete Harding doesn't date single moms. After showing up to a blind date to find he left before she arrived, Keira is reminded why she doesn't date. She had true love once but a tragic accident ripped him from her and their son, who's now four and only wants a puppy for Christmas this year.Although off limits since she's a single mom, Pete determines to help Keira find the perfect puppy for her son. Keira wonders about Pete. He says he doesn't date women with children, yet she can't help but notice he behaves like a man who has more on mind than finding a puppy.Will love break down Pete's walls and bring more than a puppy for Christmas? A Christmas Surprise was originally published in 2013 as The Christmas Promise.