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This is the story of a love triangle... of sorts.'I so enjoyed Storybook Ending. It's the perfect balance of cosiness and originality warm, comforting, with a hilarious mix-up at its heart that I couldn't wait to see unravel' Beth O'Leary, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Flatshare April is lonely. Since her office issued a permanent work from home mandate, she's lost herself a little. So, in a bid to break out of the funk, she leaves an anonymous note inside a book for the hot guy at her neighbourhood bookstore. Laura is a busy single mum. Thanks to the meddling hand of fate, she's the one who finds April's note, thinking it's from the guy who served her at the bookstore. A little flirtation with an attractive man who loves books might be just what she needs. Meanwhile Westley, handsome but not so perceptive, is too distracted by a movie filming at the shop to notice either woman's furtive glances as they leave notes for each other amid the books in the stacks. April and Laura's continued anonymous correspondence will shake all three of these characters out of their mundane routines, sparking a glimmer of hope that they might just get what they want- a storybook ending of their own.An intricate web of miscommunication and serendipitous encounters, Storybook Ending is a playful tribute to romance, friendship and bookstores; and to the objects from a forgotten slip of paper to someone's heart left between the pages of books.

A Smart Girl'S Guide To Second Chances What happens when the man who broke your heart reappears just before your wedding?The new romantic comedy from award-winning author Steph Vizard for fans of Beth O'Leary, Mhairi McFarlane and Lizzy Dent.To Do List1. Replace decapitated groom cake topper2. Complete twenty-page questionnaire for second-choice celebrant3. Break family curse4. Ignore ex-boyfriend / current clientRebecca, a super-smart consultant, is determined to defy the family marriage curse, which claims no woman marries their first fiance, and prove that Matt is The One.Although the wedding planning lurches from one disaster to the next and she has to steer a major work project before the big day, Rebecca is sure she can stay on top of things. That is until Alex – the ex who dramatically broke her heart at Oxford University – reappears in the boardroom as her new client. How dare he still be as infuriatingly clever and hot as before? And since when did he start wearing shirts with collars?As Rebecca's past and present collide, she realises her choices can't be resolved with a trusty pros and cons list. Before she makes it down the aisle, she'll have to finally come to terms with the age-old question: head or heart?Praise for A Smart Girl's Guide to Second Chances'Get ready to feel deeply and fall in love hard. A Smart Girl's Guide to Second Chances is as smart as it is swoony.' Ali Berg & Michelle Kalus'Charmingly brilliant and brilliantly charming' Jodi McAlister'A fun, perfectly executed romcom that plays cleverly with the idea of missed connections and what-ifs ... Vizard's characters are intelligent thirty-somethings whose personalities work against the stereotype of the emotionally naive or unstable female protagonist so often seen in coming-of-age romances. Readers who enjoy multilayered plots that extend beyond the novel's central relationship will enjoy the triumph of friendship in Vizard's sophomore novel ... Readers of Emily Henry, Abby Jimenez and Mhairi McFarlane will be swept away by A Smart Girl's Guide to Second Chances, an Australian romcom that deserves the bestseller status of its international counterparts.' Books+Publishing'I haven't been this gripped by a love triangle since Mark Darcy and Daniel Cleaver. Smart, sweet and oh so satisfying' Karina May, author of That Island Feeling'Steph Vizard once again pulls off a highwire high concept mash-up of delectable romance tropes - love triangle, second chance, A CURSE - and grounds it with deeply human, loveable characters. Think Richard Curtis, via Melbourne, with a dash of Oxford glamour and lens-flared young love. This is a sparkling, cinematic and satisfying modern romance, deftly written.' Clare Fletcher'A standout. Sharp, witty and utterly charming, I devoured this in one day. An absolute joy to read, from the first page to the last. Perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane' Jessica Seaborn, author of Isn't It Nice We Both Hate the Same Things'Warm, witty, and delightfully romantic. A Smart Girl's Guide to Second Chances will tug at your heart and leave a soft lump in your throat. With whip-smart dialogue, tender moments, and an ending that truly feels earned, Steph Vizard knows exactly how to keep readers turning pages well past bedtime. Curl up, and enjoy every heartfelt twist.' Holly Brunnbauer, author of What Did I Miss?

The Strawberry Patch Pancake House 'Never want this series to end!' ?????Every book in the Dream Harbor series can be read as a standalone.As a world-renowned chef, single dad Archer never planned on moving to a small town, let alone running a pancake restaurant. But Dream Harbor needs a new chef, and Archer needs a community to help raise his daughter, Olive.Iris has never managed to hold down a job for more than a few months. So when it’s suggested that Archer is looking for a live-in nanny, she almost runs in the opposite direction.Now, Iris finds herself in a whole new world. One where her gorgeous new boss lives right across the hall and likes to cook topless… Keeping everything strictly professional should be easy, right?The Strawberry Patch Pancake House is a cozy romantic mystery with a single dad and found family dynamic, a small-town setting and a HEA guaranteed!Tropes- Single Dad- Forced Proximity- Slow Burn- Found Family‘Gives off the same level of endorphins as taking a sip of an actual pumpkin spice latte… all the makings of a top tier Hallmark movie that happens to include a nice dash of spice’ People‘With a name this cute and a cover this autumnal, how could I not cozy up with my blanket and relax with this adoring book?’ New York Post'Laurie Gilmore has done it again; another solid 5 star read!’ ?????'As a devoted lover of the single dad trope, I hereby crown Laurie Gilmore as the undisputed queen!’ ?????‘Wonderful story with tears, laughter, mysteries, uncertainty and happiness’ ?????‘Compelling, cozy and delightful narrative’ ?????‘A charming small town romance with sizzling chemistry and plenty of spice’ ?????‘I LOVED THIS SO BAD. The vibes of the small town were immaculate’ ?????'Literally amazing. I can’t say enough good things about Laurie Gilmore. I’ve fallen in love with every single one of her books’ ?????–Laurie Gilmore's book 'The Strawberry Patch Pancake House' was a No.1 New York Times bestseller w/c 2025-03-24.

The perfect hilarious, juicy and jet-setting summer read from the author of CRAZY RICH ASIANS'Truly delicious... everything I want a book to be' DAISY BUCHANAN'Wickedly delectable' NEW YORK TIMES'Hugely fun' i PAPER'Salacious and addictive, every page left me giggling with glee' ANNIE LORD'Juicy, salacious and a whole lot of fun' GLAMOUR THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF CRAZY RICH ASIANSEden Tong is used to feeling out of place. Growing up next door to Greshamsbury Manor, she spent her days in the shadow of the chilly matriarch Arabella and her children- free-spirited Augie, golden child Bea, and Rufus, Eden's childhood best friend.When she receives an invite to a luxurious wedding in Hawaii, she finds herself thrown back into the family's orbit- and face-to-face with Rufus. The future Earl is gorgeous, artistic, and - unbeknownst to Eden - desperately in love with her.But his mother has other plans. Arabella knows the terrible truth - the Greshamsbury family is drowning in debt. Rufus needs to find a match with serious money to keep them afloat. Arabella is prepared to destroy anyone who gets in her way. Including Eden . . .Lies and Wedding transports its reader from the white-sand beaches of Hawaii to the colourful medinas of Marrakech, via the glitzy bachelor pads of Beverly Hills and opulent English countryside manors. This is a hilarious, juicy, and page-turning story about love and money - and the lies we tell to keep them.***PRAISE FOR KEVIN KWAN'Your perfect summer read' DAILY MAIL'Delightful' INDEPENDENT'Laugh-out-loud funny' SUNDAY MIRROR'Pure entertainment' NYLON'Hilarious' COSMOPOLITAN

The first in a raunchy regency romance trilogy from viral TikTok sensation, Emily Rath<p>Rosalie Harrow is unmarried, near destitute and faces two choices- snag a wealthy gentleman or take a position as a governess. But headstrong Rosalie sees both futures as a kind of cage.When Rosalie receives an invitation to Alcott Hall, she believes she's there to meet the Dowager Duchess of Norland, the mysterious childhood friend of her late mother. Instead, Rosalie is thrust in the middle of a house party of eligible high society ladies all desperate to win the hand of the new, conveniently single duke.And then there's the other gentlemen...Lord James is the duke's younger brother.Lieutenant Renley is begrudgingly searching for a bride.And the tempestuous Mr. Burke, who irks Rosalie to no end.The clock is ticking until the Michaelmas Ball, when the duke will announce his bride. Marriage is a trap and Rosalie will not be easily snared...but that doesn't mean she can't enjoy the chase while it lasts.</p>

Wicked & Wildflower An emotional small-town romance where a single mother fights to protect her fragile heart from the one man determined to break down her walls.When Dahlia Andrews uprooted her life in Kansas to start over in Pacific Shores, the last thing she expected was to become wrapped up in one night of wicked passion with a nameless local. Even less expected? Said stranger happens to be her new boss. And the son of her only friend in town. And her brother-in-law…in-law? Whatever Everett Ramos is to her, it’s too complicated to be more than their one-night-stand. Dahlia has enough on her plate: a new job, familial turmoil, and raising her daughter alone. But when the chaos of her life begins to spill over, Everett may be the only person who can save her.Everett Ramos never cared about much beyond his family and his business…until a hurricane of storm-blue eyes and mile-long legs barreled into his best friend’s bar and turned his entire life upside down. Dahlia Andrews is complicated and stubborn, with an iron cage built around her fragile heart. All it took was one night with her to leave him craving more. So when she comes to him for help keeping her toxic father at bay, he finds himself leaping at any excuse to get closer to her. While Dahlia insists their arrangement is all business, Everett can't deny their orbital pull.He's all in, but can she be convinced this wild love is worth the risk?

The Stopover From Wall Street Journal, BookTok, and #1 Amazon bestselling author T L Swan comes a new edition of her fan favorite series. Preorder now and receive the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION while supplies last, featuring gorgeous sprayed edges, exclusive special design features, and never seen before bonus content.He’s rich, gorgeous and utterly irresistible… and now, he’s her boss.An unexpected first class upgrade, a snowstorm, and one unforgettable stopover with a man who made her lose all sense of reason. That was supposed to be the end of it. But when Emily Foster walks into her new job at Miles Media, she comes face-to-face with the man she thought she'd never see again.Jameson Miles is powerful, ruthless, and completely off-limits. As the billionaire CEO of the most powerful media empire in the world, he works hard and plays even harder. He’s also determined to pick up exactly where they left off.But Emily isn’t the same woman she was that night. And she’s not willing to risk her dream job on their connection, no matter how electric it is.As the tension between them builds, so does the chaos around them. But Jameson isn’t a man who gives up easily. And when it comes to Emily, he’s determined to make her his, no matter what it takes.

The TakeoverFrom Wall Street Journal, BookTok, and #1 Amazon bestselling author T L Swan comes a new edition of her fan favorite series. Preorder now and receive the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION while supplies last, featuring gorgeous sprayed edges, exclusive special design features, and never seen before bonus content.He came for her company. Now, he’s coming for her heart.A meeting gone wrong, a boardroom battle, and an irresistible man she swore to hate. That was where their story was supposed to end. But when Claire Anderson arrives at a conference in France, she comes face-to-face with the man she thought she’d never see again.Tristan Miles is still as arrogant and insufferable as ever—only now, he’s also charming, disarmingly funny, and entirely too tempting. When he looks at her, she feels something she hasn’t in years. Butterflies.But Claire knows better. He’s a player in a tailored suit, and she’s a widow with three unruly sons and no room for distractions.She just needs to get through the conference and go back to her life. But Tristan Miles always gets what he wants… and this time, what he wants is her.

The Defender No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author Ana Huang is back with the next book in the Gods of the Game series He has to play by the rules . . . but for her, he'd break them all.As the captain of Blackcastle Football Club and one of the highest-paid athletes in the game, Vincent DuBois should be on top of the world.But when his fame brings danger to his doorstep, he finds himself in his worst nightmare scenario - secretly sharing a flat with his coach's daughter, knowing full well she's far too big a temptation for him to resist.When his new living arrangements escalate into a bet that throws them even closer together, he realizes he's in deeper trouble than he thought.He's always played to win - but for her, he might just risk it all.***As a sports nutritionist and the daughter of a legendary coach, Brooklyn Armstrong is used to dealing with hotshot athletes.However, no player gets under her skin like Vincent, her best friend's infuriatingly cocky (and gorgeous) brother. She left California hoping for a fresh start, and he's the kind of distraction she doesn't need.Now, he's sleeping in the room next to hers while her career is up in the air and her defenses are crumbling.But no matter how many sparks fly between them, a relationship between the captain and the coach's daughter could never work . . . could it?

If crushing anxiety and an all-consuming drive to succeed rule your life, can there still be room for love?

Off Your Game is an enemies-to-lovers romance featuring a professional hockey player facing off with the team's new marketing rep, who may just be his lucky charm. With good looks and wealth usually granting him whatever he desires, the protagonist finds himself at a loss when his favorite cereal disappears before his eyes. His attempts to purchase it are rebuffed by a brazen woman, sparking a series of unfortunate events. Despite their rocky first encounter, the protagonist is shocked to find the same woman at the arena the next day, now working as the team's marketing rep. Carissa Smallson is feisty, confident, and undeniably attractive, leaving the protagonist torn between annoyance and attraction. As captain of the team, he is laser-focused on his job but finds himself increasingly distracted by Carissa. With victory on the line, he must navigate his growing feelings for her without jeopardizing his performance on the ice. Off Your Game is a humorous and captivating tale of love, rivalry, and the unexpected twists of fate.