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Happy Publication Day – 11 February 2026

One In A Million By Della Galton

One woman’s journey to wrestle with her past and find happiness 🗝️

Sarah-Jane Crosse, SJ to her friends, is desperate to avoid going to her parents’ ruby wedding anniversary party. She’s terrified of introducing her new husband, Tom, to her estranged sister, Alison, because the sisters have history. Alison covets everything that belongs to SJ.

With her anxiety spiralling, SJ knows she often has a couple of glasses of wine too many and after a disastrously drunken night she reaches out for help. However, sadly help does not begin at home. Tom is not supportive. Seemingly in denial he misses SJ’s distress calls, and SJ begins to second-guess herself.
Everyone drinks, right?
It’s hardly a massive problem?
She’s perfectly fine, isn’t she?

Meanwhile, her very supportive best friend, Tania, has a surprising secret and SJ is determined to help her out. But navigating through this lot isn’t easy.

With the help of an ever-faithful dog, a few reformed characters, and a lot of self-reflection and home truths, the future is looking a whole lot brighter for SJ and the statistics speak for themselves – she is one in a million…

Review Card & Book Review- Christmas In Port Berry By K.T. Dady

Welcome to Port Berry, where love, second chances and Christmas miracles are just around the corner.

Alice Dipple is determined to make her first Christmas running Port Berry’s Seaview B&B a success.

But when her childhood best friend, Jamie Stark, unexpectedly returns after years away, the Christmas season suddenly feels a little brighter — and a lot more complicated.

Jamie was once the love of Alice’s life, until a dreadful mistake tore them apart. He’s returned to Port Berry for a fresh start, but didn’t expect to bump into the woman he once lost. The only woman he has ever loved.

Alice is determined to focus on her business, but Jamie is intent on proving he’s changed and deserves a second chance.

With the streets of Port Berry covered in snow, and the town preparing for a festive wedding, both Alice and Jamie are forced to confront their past mistakes and the possibility that the love they once had might still be there.

About The Author

My Review

This is a heartwarming tale of second chances, resilience, and the healing power of community. At its core is the story of Alice Dipple and Jamie Stark, childhood friends whose lives took them in different directions until fate reunites them in the welcoming town of Port Berry. Their journey is one of forgiveness, self-belief, and writing new chapters, both in love and in life.

What makes this installment particularly moving is the way Dady tackles real-life struggles with authenticity and compassion. Alice’s battle with fibromyalgia, alongside the wider challenges of family tensions and personal hardships, is handled with sensitivity, giving the story both emotional depth and relatability. Through it all, Port Berry shines as a place of kindness, encouragement, and support, embodying the very best of small-town charm.

Dady’s ability to weave themes of mental health, addiction, and personal growth into her festive romances makes each book in this series feel both comforting and profound. Uplifting, tender, and inspiring, Christmas in Port Berry is a touching reminder that hope and love can flourish even in life’s most difficult seasons.

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Happy Publication Day – 10 February 2026

The Diamond Puck-Up By Lauren Landish

NHL enforcer Griffin Mahoney has spent years protecting his team on the ice—and his heart off it. The one woman who makes his stone-cold exterior melt? His best friend’s sister, Penny Lee. But when a stolen ring entangles her with the Mob, Griffin’s protective instincts override his promise to stay away.

As a custom jewelry designer, Penny transforms family heirlooms into modern treasures. She’s always thought her brother’s best friend was grumpier than a bear with a hangover—until she discovers the brooding hockey player’s hidden soft side. Their undeniable chemistry catches them both off guard, even as danger circles closer.

With Stanley Cup playoffs looming, Mob threats escalating, and her overprotective brother ready to cross-check them both into the next season, Griffin and Penny’s path to happiness is anything but smooth. Together they’ll discover that true love, like diamonds, can withstand any pressure—and shine even brighter for it.

Secretly Yours By Katie Talbot

Seven years ago, Paul Easton broke my heart. We were inseparable—until one humiliating yearbook photo and one terrible night blew everything up.

Now he’s a superstar, and his gorgeous face is everywhere. On movie posters. On talk shows. On my nerves. As for me? I’m a New York City journalist, and I’m thriving, in case anyone’s keeping score.

So when I land the assignment to write an exposé on him, I say yes. Not to reconnect. To show him how much better off I am without him.

At first, everything goes according to plan. I’m detached and professional.

Until he smiles.
Until his dog decides to adopt me.
Until we stumble into a long-buried Civil War-era mystery . . . and start solving it together.

Now I’m trying to write the story that could make my career—while pretending I’m not still hopelessly in love with the boy who taught me what heartbreak feels like.

This was supposed to be revenge.
Instead, it might just be my second chance.

I’m Looking For A Man In Finance By Sabrina Waldorf

Sparks fly when a journalist seeking the most eligible man on Wall Street goes head-to-head with the finance bro determined to get in her way.

Journalist Hallie Woods has a new assignment: date the hottest guy on Wall Street and document every moment for the magazine she works for. The only problem? Finance bros couldn’t be further from Hallie’s type.

But as Hallie reluctantly flirts her way through the Financial District, there’s one annoyingly handsome 6′5″, blue-eyed man who keeps getting in her way.

James Rossi is a typical finance bro on paper but a hopeless romantic at heart. After being burned by an ex-girlfriend who used him for his money, he’s also fiercely protective of himself and his friends. So when he realizes the new regular at his favorite bar is flirting with his colleagues as fodder for an article, he decides to sabotage her plans.

Hallie and James clash at happy hour every week. But soon their dislike for each other turns into something unexpected, and Hallie questions whether she wants her personal life spread across the pages of a magazine.

Hallie might have found her man in finance, but she also has a choice to make: publish the article or risk her career and invest in true love.

The Cherry Crush Flower Shop By Harper Graham

Zoe Hart is right where she belongs: in her cozy Maple Falls flower shop with her cat Whiskers. But her oldest friend (and secret crush) Jackson is back in their small town too. And most of all, she longs to be in his strong arms. So when her hopelessly romantic mom bets on them being Couple of the Year at the Spring Festival, Zoe finds herself fake-dating the friend-zoned guy she’s always wanted…

When Jackson returns from military service, even working on his llama sanctuary can’t

heal him. But Zoe is the only person who can truly make him smile. He’d do anything for her… even pretend to be dating for the Spring Festival. There’s nothing fake about his feelings as he crushes his lips to hers. But there’s no way she’d really want a broken man like him, would she?

All eyes are on them as the town prepares to vote for Couple of the Year. But when a hidden wildflower meadow becomes their escape, real passion blooms amid falling cherry blossom. Will the magic of spring turn their make-believe romance into true love forever?

Love’s Match By Judith Keim

It takes more than love to make a match…

After clashing with the principal of the middle-grade school where she teaches, Hazel Belmont is happy to accept the offer of a job at the town’s new sports center, owned by Ross Roberts and Mike Dawson, a tennis pro who’s semi-retired and teaches tennis at the center. When Hazel notices a young boy named Jed hanging around the tennis courts, she befriends him, and she and Mike discover that he has real talent. They speak to his foster mother and get her approval for Jed to continue free lessons. Hazel is forced to lie to her mother about having a boyfriend, Mike, to keep from meeting a young man at home. Mike agrees to go along with the idea. She and Mike arrange to foster Jed when his family has to move out of state, and discover that love can make more than one match.

A spinoff book from the Lilac Lake Inn series, a sweet second-chance, small-town romance. Another of Judith Keim’s books with strong women facing challenges and finding love and happiness along the way.

Review Card & Book Review- Wrapped Up At The Vintage Dress Shop By Annie Darling

❄️ 🧵Falling in love is never seamless…🧵❄️

Phoebe Baker has two passions in life: vintage dresses, and her French Bulldog, Coco Chanel. As the fierce and sassy manager of The Vintage Dress Shop, it’s not only her job, but her calling to make sure everyone leaves her shop with their dream outfit. She doesn’t need anyone or anything when she’s in her frock heaven.

When an incident between Phoebe and a customer goes viral and risks damaging the reputation of the shop, Phoebe’s job is suddenly on the line.

But Phoebe risks losing more than just her beloved shop; there’s also Freddy, the shop’s business advisor, who’s had enough of being second best to a bunch of second-hand dresses.

As Christmas approaches, can Phoebe stitch everything back together again, and open up her heart?

About The Author

My Review

This is a charming, feel-good holiday romance that brims with heart, humor, and a touch of vintage sparkle. Phoebe is an utterly delightful heroine—warm, quirky, and determined to chase her dreams—even when they clash with the more pragmatic, no-nonsense Freddy. Their differences make their slow-burn romance all the more engaging, as every shared glance and small moment between them feels earned and deeply satisfying.

The festive London backdrop adds just the right amount of seasonal magic, beautifully complementing the story’s themes of second chances in both love and career. Darling’s vivid descriptions of the vintage dress shop and surrounding community create a cozy, immersive atmosphere that will leave readers longing to step into Phoebe’s world. The witty banter, heartfelt character growth, and emphasis on following one’s passion all combine to make this story shine.

Even for those new to the series, the book stands on its own as a joyful, heartwarming holiday read. Uplifting, romantic, and sprinkled with festive charm, it’s the perfect cozy companion for the season.

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Happy Publication Day – 9 February 2026

Ex On The Beach By Phoebe MacLeod

She heads to Jamaica for rest and relaxation and ends up starring in her own tropical rom-com, featuring an ex she can’t escape, and sparks that refuse to stay on holiday 🌴💘

Tori needs a holiday. London is cold and grey, work is manic, and after a regrettable New Year’s Eve hookup with her ex, her best friends won’t stop pushing her onto dating apps. So when a colleague offers Tori the last spot on a Jamaican getaway, she doesn’t take much persuasion.

But paradise comes with a twist. Not only is she forced to share a room with grumpy, recently dumped Robert, but her ex has turned up too, hand-in-hand with his new girlfriend. Ten days in the sun suddenly looks like ten days of torture.

Still, Tori is determined to make the most of her situation. And who knows, with sun-kissed beaches, poolside views, and a charming hotel piano player, this trip might just turn into the escape she didn’t know she needed…

Review Card & Book Review – Must Love Christmas Cowboys By Diana Palmer & Heather Graham

THE PERFECT GIFT * Diana Palmer
Rancher Ty Blakeney has more than enough reasons to be grumpy. Plus, it’s unseasonably cold, Christmas decorations are up annoyingly early, and now there’s a wailing little boy on his property, a frantic young woman chasing after him. Ty recognizes her, recently orphaned, scraping by to raise her young brother. Both of them as alone as he is. But between the three of them, along with a puppy in need of a home—and the magic of the holidays—they might just discover the gift of family comes in all kinds of packages.

CHRISTMAS, CRIME, AND A COWBOY * Heather Graham
When successful New York artist Jessy Danson inherits her beloved late grandfather’s Colorado property, she’s forced to tear herself away from her busy city life. While she hopes to wrap things up in time to leave for Christmas, her disinterest in the house’s rich history baffles Wyatt McFarlane, her grandfather’s handsome neighbor. But the house—and Wyatt—become exceptionally interesting when dangerous robbers break in, determined that Jessy will lead them to a hidden treasure. It’s a good thing there’s a hero right next door . . .

About The Author

My Review

Must Love Christmas Cowboys is a festive holiday duet that pairs two bestselling authors—Diana Palmer and Heather Graham—for a collection of stories filled with romance, suspense, and seasonal charm.

In Diana Palmer’s The Perfect Gift, readers meet Ty, a tough rancher with a special ops past and a few secrets of his own. Despite his gruff exterior, he finds himself drawn to Sara, a young artist struggling to provide for her five-year-old brother after the loss of their parents. Their journey is tender, emotional, and romantic at its core, with Palmer’s signature touch of heartwarming vulnerability shining through.

Heather Graham’s Christmas, Crime and a Cowboy takes a slightly different tone, weaving romance with suspense. Jessy returns to her grandfather’s Colorado ranch and crosses paths with Wyatt, her teenage crush turned protective ally. With burglaries threatening the community, danger lurks even as long-buried feelings resurface between the two, sparking a fiery connection neither can ignore.

Both stories deliver their own unique charm—one leaning more toward heartfelt romance, the other toward suspenseful intrigue. Together, they make Must Love Christmas Cowboys a perfect holiday-season read.

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Happy Publication Day – 8 February 2026

You Belong With Me By Beth Moran

Three times a fiancée but never a bride is not a claim to fame Bluebell Beddoes is proud of. But she is taking it as a sign…

Sworn off romance, instead the love of Blue’s life is the beautiful Isle of Siskin. Her home from birth, her community and now her job with the wildly successful podcast Only on Siskin. Her life is full and her future is set.

So, when the peace on Siskin is threatened with being destroyed forever, Blue knows she has to act. There are secrets from the past that may be able to save the future of the island, and only Blue can get to the bottom of them.

When handsome and mysterious Jonathan White arrives on Siskin, Blue is unsure if he’s here to help or hinder. But when it becomes clear Jonathan holds the key to unlocking the past, Blue will have to learn to trust again or risk losing everything she loves…

Review Card & Book Review- Colorado K-9 Rescue By Kathleen Donnelly

A kidnapper’s twisted game is on.

And a trusty K-9 won’t let him succeed.

Years after being abducted, Mckenna Parker’s worst nightmare has come true—her kidnapper is out on parole. And he’s after her again. Now an FBI victim specialist, she and her crisis canine, Mocha, have been assigned to a case with FBI agent Evan Knox. Together they must find two local girls who disappeared. As passionate as Mckenna is about helping others, Evan is ambitious about his career. Both have sworn off love. But when Mckenna vanishes into the mountain wilderness, it’s Evan—with Mocha’s amazing help—who braves danger at all costs.

About The Author

My Review

Kathleen Donnelly delivers a gripping mix of romantic suspense and canine heroics in Colorado K-9 Rescue, a story that is equal parts heart-pounding thriller and tender love story.

McKenna Parker has rebuilt her life after surviving a harrowing abduction at eighteen, turning her trauma into purpose by becoming an FBI Victim Support Specialist alongside her K-9 partner, Mocha. But when her former attacker is released from prison and new kidnappings begin in the same area, McKenna is thrust back into the nightmare she thought she had left behind. Agent Evan Knox takes charge of the case, and though both he and McKenna have sworn off relationships, their undeniable chemistry and shared determination draw them together.

As McKenna becomes a target once again, the tension escalates to a pulse-racing finale. Evan’s protective instincts, his past K-9 handling skills, and Mocha’s loyalty all combine in a dramatic showdown that had me turning the pages with my heart in my throat.

With its vivid Colorado setting, strong emotional core, and authentic K-9 details, this is a standout romantic suspense novel—perfect for fans who crave both danger and heartfelt connection.

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Happy Publication Day – 7 February 2026

Other People’s Mariages By Caroline Finnerty

Two couples. Four sides of the story. A hundred ways to break their families apart 💔

Every Tuesday night, two couples see the same therapist for marriage counselling. At 8pm, as Liv and Jay are leaving their session, they see Maya and Hugo waiting to go in.

When their young boys start at the same school, things are initially awkward, but as the women get to know one another, they become friends, sharing the fractures in their respective marriages. Soon, they are confiding their deepest secrets.

Then Liv and Jay’s son comes home from school upset, saying that Maya and Hugo’s son is bullying him. There’s no choice but to confront the issue, but what should be a civil conversation between grown-ups soon takes a turn. As the delicate threads holding their relationships together start to unravel, they are all left to question the foundations that both their marriages and friendships have been built on.

Review Card & Book Review- His Alaskan Christmas By Beth Carpenter

An instant family

Is a gift he never expected!

The tiny town of Swan Falls, Alaska, has everything engineer Emily Cooper needs—except a nanny for the holidays. But her Christmas wish could be granted in the most unexpected way! Grounded as he waits for corrective eye surgery, pilot Nick Bernardi needs a place to stay. And helping his best friend’s widow with her two kids is an easy yes. But it’s not long before the dedicated bachelor starts to feel more than he should…especially considering he’s moving far away to Hawaii. Could falling in love change his flight plan?

About The Author

My Review

Beth Carpenter delivers a tender, heartfelt holiday romance in His Alaskan Christmas, a story about love, family, and finding new beginnings when you least expect them.

Nick Bernardo, a pilot waiting for eye surgery before starting his dream job in Hawaii, finds himself with time to spare in Alaska. A chance encounter with Emily Cooper—widow of his best friend—changes everything. Emily, juggling work and motherhood, invites Nick to stay through the holidays to help with her two children, Max and Lyla, while her mother-in-law takes a much-needed trip. What begins as friendship and shared responsibility gradually transforms as Nick sees Emily not just as his late friend’s wife, but as a strong, beautiful woman he’s drawn to.

Carpenter sensitively portrays the emotional complexities of moving forward after loss. Nick wrestles with guilt, while Emily wonders if it’s too soon, or too complicated, to open her heart again. The family dynamics, from the children’s warmth to the mother-in-law’s role, add both tension and heart to the story.

With its cozy Alaskan backdrop and emotional authenticity, this is a moving Christmas romance about second chances, healing, and love worth holding onto.

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