BOOK OF THE DAY: Betrayal in the Louvre by H.J. Gaudreau

Betrayal In The Louvre: The Hunt For The Last French King's Treasure (A Jim and Eve Murder Thriller Book 1)

by H.J. Gaudreau

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

BETRAYAL IN THE LOUVRE is the story of a long married couple safely settled into the yearly routine of farming, lesson plans and groceries. Suddenly they are yanked into an international hunt for lost treasure, political power, and paid assassins.

A desperate and doomed, king attempts to save his oldest son, eight year old Louis-Joseph, the last Dauphin of France from the madness of the French Revolution. Two hundred years later, small town farmers Jim and Eve Crenshaw take a family heirloom to Detroit’s version of the Antique Road Show. They are astounded to learn they have one of the four ancient treasures, the Royal Regalia, which empowered the French Kings. The dirty, muddy object from their attic is actually an ivory tube containing a vellum document used to prove the royal lineage of Louis Joseph, first son of King Louis XVI.  

Danger follows deceit as Paul Marcil, deputy director in the French Antiquities section of the Louvre Museum is alerted to the discovery. Marcil is an ambitious member of the Action Française, a murderous and secretive French Monarchist group. 

The hunt draws Jim and Eve to universities in Ann Arbor and Montreal, cherry orchards in northern Michigan, Paris’ Louvre Museum, and the heart of French countryside. Finally, Jim and Eve trail the Regalia to a waiting killer. Then, like the dog that catches the car, once they stop the man what to do about his very large pistol?

 

AUTHOR BIO

HJ Gaudreau grew up on a small, fallow farm in mid-Michigan. His first book “BETRAYAL IN THE LOUVRE” is based upon a series of items used in the coronation of French kings. The book was inspired by his find of his own grandfather’s World War I notebook. His second novel, “THE COLLINGWOOD LEGACY,” was inspired by a visit to Clare, Michigan’s Cops and Donuts Bakery, where several pictures of the Purple Gang decorate the walls. HJ recently completed his third novel: “THE VIRUS CONSIPIRACY”.

HJ graduated from the University of Michigan and immediately joined the Air Force. He retired as a Colonel having lived and worked in Europe and across the United States. He has been a squadron and group commander and served as the Director of Contracting, Tinker Air Logistics Center and Deputy Director, Contracting, Aeronautical Systems Center.    

AVAILABLE AT THE FOLLOWING:

www.HJGaudreau.com

 

REVIEWS

I love a good suspense novel but the characters have to ring true. Jim and Eve Crenshaw are as real as any set of characters I have ever read. Their strong relationship and comfortable way of communicating with humor, kindness, and love made them a pleasure to get to know. The story drew me in immediately. I loved the way HJ wove the history of the fall of Louis XVI and the French royal family into the plot. Even though you know how their story ends, you are rooting for their young son to survive the revolution. And then you are taken into WWI and the life of a young GI, Jim’s Grandfather, as he struggles to survive in the hell that was the war in France. In an unlikely village, he uncovers a royal treasure that he doesn't recognize but takes back to Michigan where it lays unseen for decades. Jim and Eve find it among old family artifacts and it leads them on an amazing odyssey from Michigan to Montreal to Paris, and finally to that French village and ancient barn where Jim’s grandfather first uncovered this link to the French throne. Plot twist, betrayals and dangerous encounters kept me on the edge of my chair to the climax. Great read – left me wanting more of Jim and Eve and HJ's next book, The Collingwood Legacy, did not disappoint! - AMAZON REVIEW


Did I enjoy this book? Definetly! I purchased the book through Amazon Prime and it was waiting in the mail box when I got home from work on a Tuesday. I finished it Friday morning. The book starts off fast and doesn't let up. A good thing as many books often slow down to the point where the reader looses interest before the action takes off again. Not so here. This book held my interest from beginning to end. - AMAZON REVIEW

Enjoyed the book very much. I like the story line and characters. I first bought it because I have been to the Louve and I always enjoy reading books where I can see in my mind where the scenes take place. - AMAZON REVIEW

 

SELECTED OTHER WORKS

THE VIRUS CONSPIRACY: Revenge Comes In Many Forms (A Jim and Eve Murder Thriller Book 3)

THE COLLINGWOOD LEGACY: The Purple Gang's Deadly Cash (A Jim and Eve Murder Thriller Book 2)

BOOK OF THE DAY: Only Wheat Not White by Varsha Dixit

Only Wheat Not White

by Varsha Dixit

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

"This fourth novel from Dixit treads familiar narrative ground from an uncommonly explored cultural perspective. Romance, likely to please fans of the genre." – Kirkus Reviews"
What if following your heart means failing your family?

Eila Sood leaves India for the U.S., hoping to unite her family and mend fences with her estranged older sister. She soon learns that her sister’s intercultural marriage, which outraged their parents, has hit rock bottom. To help pay the bills, Eila accepts an accounting job at a strip club, working for the fascinating yet infuriating Brett Wright.

As their friendship and mutual desire builds, Eila chooses keeping family peace over following her heart. After Brett misinterprets her fears and accuses Eila of prejudice, his ex-girlfriend steps in to offer solace.

Eila realizes that whichever choice she makes will rip her life apart. What will Eila choose? Love of her life or a life ruled by tradition?

Fall in love with love, in this steamy saga from a best selling romance author. 

 

AUTHOR BIO
 

Varsha Dixit, the best selling author of four successful contemporary romance books. Her debut book, Right Fit Wrong Shoe was a national bestseller for the year 2010. Varsha was a part of the Indian Television Industry and worked as an assistant director and online editor. She considers herself a dreamer who thinks deep but writes light. Even though creativity is gender free,Varsha feels blessed and enriched to be a woman.Currently, with her family, Varsha resides in CA, USA.

 
REVIEWS
"Romance, likely to please fans of the genre.This fourth novel from Dixit treads familiar narrative ground from an uncommonly explored cultural perspective. " – Kirkus Reviews" 

 

" Sort of a multicultural & modern Pride & Prejudice. This turned out to be a fun, contemporary immigrant story that delves into the complexity of trying to live in two cultures." Mira Khan

 

"Articulate and beautifully written. Romance and love will never be history." Sudha Dromaraju

 

"Yet another successful novel by one of my favourite authors." Raman Soni

 

"This book was a great read. A modern love story" Kristy Evans

"Only Wheat Not White reads amazing. It is a stellar story loaded with satire and oh such beautiful romance. Varsha in her latest book has beautifully captured the struggle of human hearts and desire. Eila and Brett’s crackling chemistry is spellbinding and leaves the reader wanting for more and more." Richa Sharma

 

 "I would definitely recommend to any one who enjoys a good romance." Diane Lawson

SELECTED OTHER WORKS
Wrong Means Right End
Xcess Baggage

BOOK OF THE DAY: The Toucan Trilogy by Scott Cramer

The Toucan Trilogy (Three dystopian novels: Night of the Purple Moon, Colony East, and Generation M) 

      by Scott Cramer

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

Amazon Best Seller in Dystopian Fiction and Survival Stories. This 240,000-word collection includes THREE complete novels - 800+ pages of high-action, dystopian drama for all ages.

For Abby Leigh, a purple moon was just the beginning. . .Dust from a passing comet turns the moon purple, but also carries a lethal pathogen that attacks the hormones produced during puberty. Within hours, adults and older teens drop dead. Can Abby keep her brother Jordan and baby sister Toucan safe in this post apocalyptic nightmare?

NIGHT OF THE PURPLE MOON (Book 1)
The comet promised to produce the celestial event of the millennia. The pandemic of the millennia occurred instead.

COLONY EAST (Book 2)
When Abby's little sister, Toucan, contracts a new, deadly illness spreading among the survivors, they go on a dangerous journey to Colony East, an enclave of scientists caring for a small group of children. Abby fears that time is running short for Touk, but she soon learns that time is running out for everyone outside Colony East.

GENERATION M (Book 3 - The explosive conclusion to The Toucan Trilogy)
Coldly implementing their vision of a utopian future, CDC scientists allow a lethal infection to become an epidemic outside the colonies. Abby, her body wracked by the infection, begins a desperate journey to find her brother Jordan and her little sister Toucan, and save the lives of millions.

AUTHOR BIO

 

Scott Cramer has written feature articles for national magazines, optioned a screenplay, and worked in high-tech communications. The Toucan Trilogy --Night of the Purple Moon, Colony East, and Generation M-- are his first novels. Scott and his wife have two daughters and reside outside Lowell, Massachusetts.

http://facebook.com/AuthorScottCramer

 

REVIEWS

"The Toucan Trilogy is one of the best dystopian stories I've ever read. The plot is gripping and unique, the characters become family, and you simply can't put the books down once you start reading."AMAZON review

"This is the best trilogy I have read and I read a lot."AMAZON review

"Perfect for teenagers and adults alike. A must read!"AMAZON review

"An emotional tale of a family's struggle to remain together, love one another and survive."AMAZON review

"Every book of the trilogy was better than the last. Generation M took the cake." AMAZON review

"Cramer creates a picture of our world that's both frightening and inspiring in this heartfelt story that both young adults and adults can enjoy.A heartwarming but not overly sentimental story of survival."KIRKUS REVIEWS

"Outrageous and completely 'out of the box'." MY HOME AWAY FROM HOME review blog

"Three words: Gripping. Palpable. Well-developed." WORD SPELUNKING review blog

 

99 CENT BOOK OF THE DAY: The Grass Sweeper God by Doug Howery

The Grass Sweeper God

by Doug Howery

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SPECIAL SALE PRICE 99 CENTS!

 

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Gender confused Smiley Hanlon runs from hatred and bigotry... He returns with a vengeance... Old scores and unspeakable crimes are settled...

Being different in America has never been easy; being born different and in the wrong body in Solitude, Virginia in the 1950’s, is brutal. Smiley Hanlon lives day to day trapped in a Coal Miners town, buffeted by the Appalachian’s and generations of hate and mistrust. Any hint of being different, or being a ‘Freak’ is enough to ostracize you, pigeon hole you and make you a target for bullying – or worse. Backed by his best friend and protector, Lee Moore, Smiley made it through the days…until the night everything shattered. Chosen as the lead in a new town production called Dorothy of Oz Coal Camp, it seemed to be the beginning to acceptance and maybe even happiness, but the world is cruel and mankind even crueler. The triumph of the play decayed into a Coal Miners version of “Carrie” culminating in a tragic and horrific moment that would change both Smiley and Lee, forever...

In the autumn of 1950, his father, Ted, viciously attacks precocious, effeminate 16-year-old Smiley Hanlon. Smiley, his friend, and Protector, Lee, keep the attack a secret. Because of their sexual identity, Lee and Smiley are banished from their family in Solitude, Virginia, and find refuge in New York... 
 
This is their story and the story of so many others who suffered under the psychology of the day that their sexual identity is a sickness...

 

AUTHOR BIO

 

 

Author Doug Howery penned the novel with insight into his own struggle for sexual identity and personal tragedy. His mother committed suicide in 1982, blaming her two sons’ sexual identity in a letter and declaring herself a martyr for  intolerance and social bigotry. She referred to her own sons as “Gutter Rats that Could Rot in Hell” and represents the hate and mistrust that have plagued

society.

 

REVIEWS

5 STARS
This book will stay with you long after you've finished it.
By Heather Gon August 13, 2014
Format: Kindle Edition
Verified Purchase

“The Grass Sweeper God” is a hard book to read, harder still to imagine someone living it. Ripped from the heart of what can only be an echo of personal experience and pain, this account speaks of unsinkable souls, lost identities and struggling to be who you are meant to be.

Being different in America has never been easy; being born different and in the wrong body in Solitude, Virginia in the 1950’s, is brutal. Smiley Hanlon lives day to day trapped in a Coal Miners town, buffeted by the Appalachian’s and generations of hate and mistrust. Any hint of being different, or being a ‘Freak’ is enough to ostracize you, pigeon hole you and make you a target for bullying – or worse. Backed by his best friend and protector, Lee Moore, Smiley made it through the days…until the night everything shattered. Chosen as the lead in a new town production called Dorothy of Oz Coal Camp, it seemed to be the beginning to acceptance and maybe even happiness, but the world is cruel and mankind even crueler. The triumph of the play decayed into a Coal Miners version of “Carrie” culminating in a tragic and horrific moment that would change both Smiley and Lee, forever.

This is their story, but it is also the story of so many others – both in this book and out of it. From the backwoods of Solitude to the sprawling cement gardens of New York City, this book spans 20 years and many lives. History comes alive with the recounting of the Stonewall Riots while the chilling fact that homosexuality was, and in many places still is, considered an abomination worthy of mental illness and subsequent shock treatment is disturbing and humbling. This tale breaks a heart, crushes a soul and somehow gives birth to a beautiful butterfly.

Doug Howery illustrates with words a pain few can comprehend, weaving this complex novel in scenes compelling and deep. There is a risk to his vision, words that leave little to the imagination – and honesty that begs the reader to look a bit deeper. This is an amazing book, one I highly recommend. Well written and poignant, no matter your genre preference – this novel should be in
your library.

 

 

5.0 out of 5 stars

The rainbow over the Dust Bowl of modern prejudice

ByAdam "Adam"on April 13, 2015

Format: Kindle Edition

 

The Grass Sweeper God is a beautiful novel about growing up 'different' in the 1950s and discovering the glitter and brightness of your dreams in a society that only had dark words and thoughts to offer you, or impose upon you.

 

So, imagine growing up 'trapped inside the wrong body ... a young man who wanted to be a young woman...' It's not easy today, imagine sixty years ago! What happens to our protagonist, tenderly named Smiley, (and here's a note to all those who think they can 'cure' an LGBT person) was sent to a school for people with mental disability, because his 'handicap was internal, because what he felt on the inside didn't match the outside - he was trapped in the wrong body,' and sentenced by a bigoted society to being used as 'the bull's eye in the kids' cross-hairs... the biggest... excrement of 'em all, really.'
 

Yet, this 'excrement' feels that there must be better in this world, it is something he feels against all the world is saying, something that comes from the soul, so, 'For some reason, he imagined an angel's harp singing in his ear, then remembered a drum roll like the devil talking.' This duplicity, this contrast between what Smiley's reality is and what it could be, runs through the whole books. The Grass Sweeper God reminds me of the best passages from Steinbeck, where the stark reality (here also taken up by the rural environment of the first chapters, the attention to animals, what they look, sound and smell like) in a place aptly called 'Solitude' (I think the reference to Soledad is clear), and the theme of 'being different' is brought into the contemporary world with the same mix of harsh realism on one side and touches of symbolism on the other:

 

'Outside, under the breezeway to the cafeteria that served as sixth-period study hall, Belch and Victor stopped them. "*** boy, you see this fist? I'm gonna pulverise you with it, pretty boy. Instead of bursting it into the locker, I'm gonna bust your mouth with it."'

 

Not long after, though, light comes into Smiley's life, in the physical shape of the Circus del Sol (again, pay attention to the name...), where Madame Luna allows Smiley to see beyond the immediate reality and constraints of his life in a beautiful moment when the situation creates one of those moments when, though the words you hear are what is being said, they mean something completely different to you:

 

'Do you, Smiley Hanlon, want to be a girl?'

'Yeah.'

'Not in this universe.'

Smiley had forgotten all about his question. Did she just ask me if I wanted to be a girl?

 

And here the beauty of acting, the experience not so much of 'presenting a fake character', but allowing someone who is inside of you to use your body to surface from deep inside you and smile to the world, becomes for Smiley a cathartic epiphany, that will, in the long term, change his life.

 

Solitude is deemed 'too tough' for Smiley, like it had for his mother (a hint at how hard it is to break patterns?) and he ends up in New York, where, things will change, but not necessarily for the better. In fact, if Steinbeck was concerned with the rural setting of the Dust Bowl, Doug Howery's 'Dust Bowl' covers both town and country and the Big Apple is 'colder' than Solitude, but at least, it allows Smiley to chase that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow which he novel mentions repeatedly. Smiley has now turned into the actress she had experienced being for the first time back in Solitude, and a convincing, persuasive one, while the narrator engages us on a play of words with religious meanings:

 

"Are you real?" the trick asked, "I mean, you are a woman, right?" She had to make a believer out of this one.  Sixteen years pass, in the frustration of a New York where nothing changes, where The New York Times insists that 'Homosexuality' is still a 'concern', but.... on the horizon, a new light shines for Smiley, "The big, man-made neon star with an overlook towered on the hill about the valley of rapids, Virginia."

NEW RELEASE : Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 by Sweet Romance Reads

We are pleased to announce as a NEW RELEASE:  Sweet Christmas Kisses 2: Nineteen Heartwarming Holiday Romances  by Sweet Romance Reads (Click for UK, Australia, Canada or India purchase).  Why not grab a copy now?

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Welcome in the holiday season with 19 heartwarming and wholesome novellas from New York Times, USA Today, national bestselling, and award-winning authors.

Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 takes you from the Smoky Mountains to Florida's sun-drenched beaches, from the Italian Alps to Paris, France, and even to a quirky little town in Arizona. The Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 bundle features all-new, stand-alone stories that are sure to make you laugh, sometimes bring tears to your eyes, but always put you in the Christmas spirit. Foreword by New York Times bestselling author, RaeAnne Thayne.

Christmas Papa by Mona Risk, New York Times, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. With twin toddlers to care for, she can't forget her past until a playboy's kisses challenge her to believe in herself.

Gingerbread Kisses by Beate Boeker, USA Today and National bestselling author. A cookie specialist finds sweet romance in the snowy Alps of Italy.

Boycotting Christmas by Melinda Curtis, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. A bachelor seeks Christmas magic from a woman who's boycotting Christmas.

A Christmas to Remember by Denise Devine, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Stranded together in a blizzard, Katie and Ryan discover the true meaning of Christmas.

An Angel for Christmas by Raine English, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. A down-on-her-luck single mom finds love at Christmas.

The Cowboy's Christmas Bride by Aileen Fish, USA Today and National bestselling author. A snowstorm and a cow in distress bring a rancher and a veterinary student together for the holidays.

Lucky Break Christmas: Second Honeymoon by Patricia Forsythe, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Christmas is the perfect time to try and make a failed honeymoon go right.

Beach Walk by Grace Greene, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. An oceanfront cottage--Kelli lives there; Dylan wants to. Will Christmas give them a do-over at finding happiness?

An Irish Christmas Blessing by Roxanne Rustand, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Eve goes to Ireland to run a quaint village bookshop and meets a stranger who just might steal her heart.

Christmas Wedding by Magdalena Scott, USA Today and National bestselling author. Second chance love, and a designer dress, in a Christmas card setting.

Finding You at Christmas by Kristin Wallace, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. She's going to find her destiny this Christmas.

Christmas Laurel by Christine Bush. Can a female army veteran find healing and love with the magic of Christmas?

Country Christmas by Lois Greiman, Award-winning author. Heartbreak turns to happiness in the healing splendor of the Black Hills of South Dakota.

The Christmas Crusade by Shanna Hatfield, National bestselling author. Two old flames reunite with a little holiday magic.

The Christmas Charm by Susan R. Hughes, National bestselling author. Can childhood friendship blossom into love?

Evergreen Romance by Julie Jarnagin. A couple reunites while working together at a Christmas tree lot.

My Christmas Cupcake by Shaleen Kapil. A last minute Christmas Eve errand to the bakery cooks up romance.

A Christmas Spark by Ciara Knight, National bestselling author. An abandoned cabin becomes a healing home for the holidays.

Sweet Blizzard by Milou Koenings. He saves her life, she could make or break his; will the gift of love come in time for Christmas?

NEW RELEASE : Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 by Sweet Romance Reads

We are pleased to announce as a NEW RELEASE:  Sweet Christmas Kisses 2: Nineteen Heartwarming Holiday Romances  by Sweet Romance Reads (Click for UK, Australia, Canada or India purchase).  Why not grab a copy now?

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Welcome in the holiday season with 19 heartwarming and wholesome novellas from New York Times, USA Today, national bestselling, and award-winning authors.

Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 takes you from the Smoky Mountains to Florida's sun-drenched beaches, from the Italian Alps to Paris, France, and even to a quirky little town in Arizona. The Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 bundle features all-new, stand-alone stories that are sure to make you laugh, sometimes bring tears to your eyes, but always put you in the Christmas spirit. Foreword by New York Times bestselling author, RaeAnne Thayne.

Christmas Papa by Mona Risk, New York Times, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. With twin toddlers to care for, she can't forget her past until a playboy's kisses challenge her to believe in herself.

Gingerbread Kisses by Beate Boeker, USA Today and National bestselling author. A cookie specialist finds sweet romance in the snowy Alps of Italy.

Boycotting Christmas by Melinda Curtis, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. A bachelor seeks Christmas magic from a woman who's boycotting Christmas.

A Christmas to Remember by Denise Devine, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Stranded together in a blizzard, Katie and Ryan discover the true meaning of Christmas.

An Angel for Christmas by Raine English, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. A down-on-her-luck single mom finds love at Christmas.

The Cowboy's Christmas Bride by Aileen Fish, USA Today and National bestselling author. A snowstorm and a cow in distress bring a rancher and a veterinary student together for the holidays.

Lucky Break Christmas: Second Honeymoon by Patricia Forsythe, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Christmas is the perfect time to try and make a failed honeymoon go right.

Beach Walk by Grace Greene, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. An oceanfront cottage--Kelli lives there; Dylan wants to. Will Christmas give them a do-over at finding happiness?

An Irish Christmas Blessing by Roxanne Rustand, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Eve goes to Ireland to run a quaint village bookshop and meets a stranger who just might steal her heart.

Christmas Wedding by Magdalena Scott, USA Today and National bestselling author. Second chance love, and a designer dress, in a Christmas card setting.

Finding You at Christmas by Kristin Wallace, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. She's going to find her destiny this Christmas.

Christmas Laurel by Christine Bush. Can a female army veteran find healing and love with the magic of Christmas?

Country Christmas by Lois Greiman, Award-winning author. Heartbreak turns to happiness in the healing splendor of the Black Hills of South Dakota.

The Christmas Crusade by Shanna Hatfield, National bestselling author. Two old flames reunite with a little holiday magic.

The Christmas Charm by Susan R. Hughes, National bestselling author. Can childhood friendship blossom into love?

Evergreen Romance by Julie Jarnagin. A couple reunites while working together at a Christmas tree lot.

My Christmas Cupcake by Shaleen Kapil. A last minute Christmas Eve errand to the bakery cooks up romance.

A Christmas Spark by Ciara Knight, National bestselling author. An abandoned cabin becomes a healing home for the holidays.

Sweet Blizzard by Milou Koenings. He saves her life, she could make or break his; will the gift of love come in time for Christmas?

BOOK OF THE DAY: Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 by Sweet Romance Reads

Sweet Christmas Kisses 2: Nineteen Heartwarming Holiday Romances

by Sweet Romance Reads

(Click for UK, Australia, Canada or India purchase)

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Welcome in the holiday season with 19 heartwarming and wholesome novellas from New York Times, USA Today, national bestselling, and award-winning authors.

Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 takes you from the Smoky Mountains to Florida's sun-drenched beaches, from the Italian Alps to Paris, France, and even to a quirky little town in Arizona. The Sweet Christmas Kisses 2 bundle features all-new, stand-alone stories that are sure to make you laugh, sometimes bring tears to your eyes, but always put you in the Christmas spirit. Foreword by New York Times bestselling author, RaeAnne Thayne.

Christmas Papa by Mona Risk, New York Times, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. With twin toddlers to care for, she can't forget her past until a playboy's kisses challenge her to believe in herself.

Gingerbread Kisses by Beate Boeker, USA Today and National bestselling author. A cookie specialist finds sweet romance in the snowy Alps of Italy.

Boycotting Christmas by Melinda Curtis, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. A bachelor seeks Christmas magic from a woman who's boycotting Christmas.

A Christmas to Remember by Denise Devine, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Stranded together in a blizzard, Katie and Ryan discover the true meaning of Christmas.

An Angel for Christmas by Raine English, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. A down-on-her-luck single mom finds love at Christmas.

The Cowboy's Christmas Bride by Aileen Fish, USA Today and National bestselling author. A snowstorm and a cow in distress bring a rancher and a veterinary student together for the holidays.

Lucky Break Christmas: Second Honeymoon by Patricia Forsythe, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Christmas is the perfect time to try and make a failed honeymoon go right.

Beach Walk by Grace Greene, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. An oceanfront cottage--Kelli lives there; Dylan wants to. Will Christmas give them a do-over at finding happiness?

An Irish Christmas Blessing by Roxanne Rustand, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. Eve goes to Ireland to run a quaint village bookshop and meets a stranger who just might steal her heart.

Christmas Wedding by Magdalena Scott, USA Today and National bestselling author. Second chance love, and a designer dress, in a Christmas card setting.

Finding You at Christmas by Kristin Wallace, USA Today, National bestselling and Award-winning author. She's going to find her destiny this Christmas.

Christmas Laurel by Christine Bush. Can a female army veteran find healing and love with the magic of Christmas?

Country Christmas by Lois Greiman, Award-winning author. Heartbreak turns to happiness in the healing splendor of the Black Hills of South Dakota.

The Christmas Crusade by Shanna Hatfield, National bestselling author. Two old flames reunite with a little holiday magic.

The Christmas Charm by Susan R. Hughes, National bestselling author. Can childhood friendship blossom into love?

Evergreen Romance by Julie Jarnagin. A couple reunites while working together at a Christmas tree lot.

My Christmas Cupcake by Shaleen Kapil. A last minute Christmas Eve errand to the bakery cooks up romance.

A Christmas Spark by Ciara Knight, National bestselling author. An abandoned cabin becomes a healing home for the holidays.

Sweet Blizzard by Milou Koenings. He saves her life, she could make or break his; will the gift of love come in time for Christmas?

 

AUTHOR BIO

These are all authors from a group called Sweet Romance Reads. The bio for the group is as follows: We are a group of authors—some Indie, others traditionally, several hybrid published—who write sweet romances in a variety of subgenres: Contemporary, Fantasy, Historical, Inspirational, Mystery, Paranormal, Science Fiction and Suspense.

We've joined together to promote our books and build a community for readers who enjoy a sweeter read.