Christmas Series

Christmas wishes Christmas kisses . Paris Reid wasn't prepared to settle for less than the best where men were concerned! But the best was Will Brydon. After their affair had ended disastrously three years ago, Paris hadn't so much as looked at another man. Now, holed up in a remote hotel under police guard, Will and Paris were destined to spend Christmas together. They were being hunted by an escaped murderer a man they'd helped to convict. Things looked pretty dismal but Paris knew exactly what she wanted for Christmas. It was just a question of whether she would get him! Romantic Times on To Have and To Hold: "Sally Wentworth blends provocative dialogue and an exciting plot into unforgettable reading."

Once, Dominic Duvall's passion for Katherine had made her feel alive and, for the first time, she'd tasted freedom. But freedom had its price and the tragic secret Katherine could never reveal had forced her into a deception that had cost her everything. It had broken Katherine's heart when she'd had to tell Dominic she couldn't marry him? Now Dominic is back in her life, with a small daughter and a burning desire to discover the truth of Katherine's deceit?

MR. SCROOGE For department store owner Matthew Blanchard, 'twas the season to be grumpy! His housekeeper was vacationing. His store Santa Claus had skipped town. And now his daughter wanted a mummy for Christmas! MEETS MISS CLAUS! While Sherrie Latimer was acting as the store's Mrs. Claus, she discovered little Lucy Blanchard's Christmas wish. To make it come true, she had to convince Matt he needed a wife. Then Sherrie had to find a deserving woman who would love him and Lucy. Trouble was, she was the perfect candidate .

Desperate mother seeks Samara Diamond thought she'd seen it all until she read that personal ad. Now she just had to find out what desperate mothers were seeking these days . A nice girl to play decoy in a matchmaking scheme. Well, that role was fine with Sam. Men whose mommies found them brides were probably social nightmares, anyway. At least she'd get a good home–cooked meal out of the deal not to mention quality family time, even if it wasn't hers. Then she met Ben every woman's dream man. Especially a certain decoy's

THE BOSS SAYS "BAH, HUMBUG." Ever had a tall, dark and scrumptiously sexy boss? So desirable that you wish he'd be waiting under your Christmas tree on December 24, wearing nothing but a red ribbon around his neck? But so scrooge like that he's planning to cancel the company party, enforce the "no–dating co–workers" policy and spend the holidays shredding mistletoe? Sounds just like Carrie Sergeant's boss. So how did the woman who was one eggnog away from saying "I quit!" ever get Cash Cunningham to merrily say "I do!" at a wedding chapel on Christmas Eve? THE GROOM SAYS "I DO!"

CHRISTMAS TO–DO LIST (WHEN YOU'RE TIRED OF SHOPPING) Vacation in a wilderness cabin and discover a hunk living next door. Indulge in a harmless affair, then return home and realise you can't live without him. Pine away…I mean really pine. Dream about him every night, forget your purse, pour salt into your coffee, etc. Discover the man of your dreams straddling an electric Merry Christmas sign, ranting something about a "marry–me Christmas." Say "I do"! (After all, he can cook!)

Media tycoon Reece Callahan would publish scandalous information about Lauren Courtney's stepfather – unless she agreed to pose as Reece's mistress for a week.... It was a price Lauren was willing to pay to protect her beloved stepfather's name. And it wasn't exactly hard – jet–setting around the world to luxurious locations, going to glittering social occasions.... Even spending twenty–four hours a day with the cool and ruthless Reece was tolerable – he was gorgeous, after all! In fact, the more time she spent with him, the more she couldn't help wanting to be his mistress – lover – for real!

Zachary Alexander was accustomed to beautiful women at his luxury winter resort, but the stunning Claire Durocher took his breath away! Was she looking for a temporary lover? Zach was tempted to oblige her? In fact, Claire had sworn she'd always wait for the right man, but Zach seemed to think she was a gold digger! How could she prove before Christmas was over that, far from just a brief fling, what she wanted was to be his wife?

James Carter's proposal of marriage was a surprise to Matilda Trent. Nevertheless, Mattie loved James, and she accepted – intending to prove she could be more to him than just a convenient wife. The result was unexpected – a baby due at Christmas! But before Mattie could tell James she was expecting, she discovered something that forced her to keep her joyful news a secret....

Finding herself homeless three days before Christmas, proud single mom Amelia Jones is offered an empty picture–perfect country house to stay in. One look at her little children's hopeful faces and Millie accepts. With snow falling outside, gifts under the tree and laughter ringing, Millie's starting to believe that Christmas wishes can come true.... Until owner Jake Forrester steps through the door...

A heart–stoppingly handsome man with a baby in tow isn't on hotel owner Emma White's Christmas list. She's too busy making Christmas perfect for others. Emma's hotel is Ryder Richardson's only port in a storm. Otherwise he wouldn't be caught dead amongst all the baubles and bells that bring back the season's painful memories. Yet, snowbound with adorable baby Tess and Emma in her surprisingly sexy Santa hat, a glimmer of a smile reaches Ryder's lips.