Category: christmas fiction
Spread Christmas Cheer, Far and Near!
December 21, 2023 | Filled under christmas fiction, Holiday Romance, Psychological Thriller, Romance, Women's Fiction |
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Hold on tight for the Holiday Psychological Thriller, Twice on Christmas by McGarvey Black. **ONLY $.99!
After choir practice for midnight mass, college sophomore Rose Grandon takes a short-cut through Harbor Park. Grabbed from behind, she is violently assaulted, beaten and left for dead. The last thing she hears is someone singing Silent Night.
‘Wow! Just wow! What a fantastic book. Once I started reading, I couldn’t put it down.’ Suzanne R.
‘I devoured this book in one sitting and finally turned the last page at 1am. Yes, this book is that good . . . A nail-biting chill ride.’ Peggy B.
‘Wow! What an interesting story. I was stunned when the pieces came together and it all fell into place . . . I loved this book.’ Lisa C.
‘Wow . . . just Wow! Made me skip breakfast, lunch and dinner . . . I had to finish the book. Brilliant!’ Deborah M.
Download the Holiday Romance Box Set, 31 Inspirational Christmas Romances by bestselling, award-winning authors. **ONLY $.99!
Do you like your romance collections, sweet and inspirational? Then you will love the 31 romances in this box set. They are all reader’s favorites and have been brought together for your reading pleasure.
“Oh my the stories in this book are well worth reading. I cannot tell you which one was my favorite because so many of them touched my heart. What I can tell you is you really need to do yourself a favor and get this book and read all 31 stories, you won’t be disappointed.’ -READER
“I loved this set of stories. Each building on the previous. Two very different venues but by having both in the same set you never get bored. It was a continuation of two era’s and two different time periods. One era is set in more modern times, but in an Amish community. The other is in old England when there were no modern conveniences. Excellent reading and faith based in both!” -READER
Read the small-town Holiday Romance, Just in Time for Christmas by New York Times Bestselling Author, Carolyn Brown. ONLY $1.99
Footloose Liz Hanson has finally come home to Ringgold, Texas, with a hankering to settle down. All she wants for Christmas is a house of her own—and the man of her dreams. The house was easy. Now she’s asking Santa to help her win over her extremely attractive neighbor Raylen O’Donnell, her teen crush all grown up, to make her Christmas dreams come true…
“Good read from Carolyn Brown. I really enjoyed this story, the characters and the plot. Looking forward to reading the next installment of this series.” -Reviewer
“You will laugh out loud, tear up, and cheer for these characters. Brown always gives you characters with whom you can identify and love. Another great story by Brown.” -Amazon Reader
“What I love are the characters. I am sure you will recognize someone you know in them as well as yourself.. Her stories can bring out so many emotions but will uplift you. I have read so many and so many more than once. Her heroes are everything you would like without going over the top.” -Amazon Reader
Fall in love with the number one bestselling Holiday Women’s Fiction, One Christmas Eve by Shari Low.
Three women, three decades, three Christmas Eve moments that change their lives forever…
‘There are only two words for Shari Low: utterly hilarious. I laughed like a drain’ Carmen Reid
‘I’d forgotten how enjoyable it is to read a Shari Low book but My One Month Marriage reminded me of the fun to be had in her words…funny, warm and insightful’ Dorothy Koomson
‘A thrilling page turner that grabs your attention from the off. Highly recommended’ The Sun
‘More fun than a girl’s night out!’ OK! Magazine
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December 20, 2023 | Filled under christmas fiction, Mystery Thriller, Romance, Romantic Suspense |
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Download the nail-biting Sports Thriller, Stealing Gold by Michael Balkind.
U.S. Ski Team racer, Peter Buckar, is America’s best hope for bringing home the gold in multiple races in the upcoming Olympics. Weeks prior to the Games, Peter has a devastating crash on an icy Downhill race course in Chamonix, France. Unconscious, he is medevacked to the hospital. Days later, still comatose, Peter is snatched from his hospital bed. Is it for ransom?
“With sharply drawn characters & a plot as twisty & dangerous as a Super-G race on an icy course, Balkind’s Stealing Gold gives new meaning to the term a slippery slope.” Reed Farrel Coleman, NY Times Bestselling author
“Thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was full of twists with great timing. The timing of the read was also fortuitous, with the impending Olympic Games on the horizon! This was totally believable, with little nuances that made the characters and situations fit the story and the times.” -Amazon Reader
“Stealing Gold is a fast paced hard to put down book. Fascinating plot! The author’s description of the skiing from the highest slopes made you feel like you were there in person. Great work!” -Amazon Reviewer
Don’t miss the inspiring Literary Fiction, Hello, Old Friend: Awright Auld Mukker by Joseph Tristan.
Story of family, friends, faith, and love and how life is incomplete unless you bond all four together.
“If you love your Family, Friends and God’s marvelous creation of our nations parks and great outdoors, it is a must read. A delightful quick read (the short stories as well) that is both humorous and sad at times.” -READER
“This is a very well written book with details that make you feel as if you were actually there, in person, live. I really enjoyed the author’s depiction of friendship and how life can be both unfair and hardships stare you in the face, but yet how you evaluate and enjoy the lessons learned. Blessings abound in this book and it makes you reflect on all the best and most important things in life.” -Amazon Reader
“Hello, Old Friend: Awright Auld Mukker is a beautiful story of friendship, love and family. Joseph Tristan is a wonderful story teller…” -READER
Dive into the charming Christmas Romance, Double Booked: Christmas in Snow Falls by Cassidy Berg.
Bakery owner Kate, eager for a peaceful escape from her busy life, books a trip for Christmas to the idyllic small town of Snow Falls. The cottage comes with lots of charm and an unexpected complication.
A heartwarming holiday escape for readers looking for that small-town, sweet romance this Christmas.
“It’s a cute romance book that is relatively clean and light. Easy read and puts the reader in the mood for romance, hot chocolate and Christmas.” -READER
“It is a light read with all the makings of a great Lifetime or Hallmark Christmas movie. This is why I gave it five stars, as it checked all the boxes that I want from my Christmas love story.” -READER
If you love a great Hallmark movie, you’ll love this clean Romance book.
Download the edgy Mystery Romance, A Cry in the Dark by Denise Grover Swank. **FREE Download
As the clock ticks down and more bodies pile up, Carly doesn’t know who to trust. If she doesn’t stop the killers, they just might stop her…permanently.
A woman fleeing her past finds more than she bargains for in a mystery romance series by New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author Denise Grover Swank.
“Wow! What an incredibly amazing start of new series!” BookBub review, 5 stars
“Story line with so many twists and turns makes you not to trust anyone, and yes, there were moments I suspected almost everyone!” Goodreads review, 5 stars
“This was hands down one of my favorite books by Denise Grover Swank. The mystery. The suspense. The romance. The open-ended ending leaving room for a whole slew of more books for this series.” Goodreads review, 5 stars
🎅Five Books Full of Holiday Magic
December 15, 2023 | Filled under christmas fiction, Cozy Mystery, Holiday Romance, Mystery Thriller, Romantic Suspense |
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Dive into Holiday Murder Mystery, Covert Exposure: A Nick Spinelli Mystery by USA Today Bestselling Author, Valerie J. Clarizio. **ONLY $.99!
He’s a hardened homicide detective. She’s a do-gooder social worker. When their worlds collide, more than murder is exposed.
“The romance was perfect for this holiday themed story, and the mystery and suspense bring it up a notch to be a story you can enjoy all year round.” – Dark Lilith
“I loved this book. It was a quick, enjoyable, sexy read. Ms. Clarizio knows how to build romance so that it’s not just meaningless sex inserted into a story. You can feel the attraction between the Detective Spinelli and the Red haired beauty, Shannon O’Hara.” – Jewel Walker
“This story perfectly pairs romance, humor and suspense. The dialogue is clever and the storyline flows smoothly all the way. This audio book made my chores go quickly by keeping me entertained.” -READER
Download the entertaining Cat Mystery, Petectives: Christmas Party by Robert J. Smith. **ONLY $.99!
A holiday whodunit featuring cat detectives Yoshi and Gatsby! An obnoxious dog is targeted for death and a Christmas Eve bash is the only way to unmask a would-be killer! Throw in a canine love triangle and a cute orphan kitten and you’ve got the recipe for one riveting Yuletide affair. The Petectives are throwing a Christmas party and you don’t want to miss it!
“Gatsby’s version of the Christmas story had me howling with laughter.” -Melissa’s Mochas, Mysteries & More
“I really liked the characters and it was a fast-paced read. It really is a book that the entire family can enjoy.” – A Girl and Her Kindle
“Robert J. Smith has the exceptional talent to deliver witty lines, combined with capturing the behavior traits of animals, creating characters so well developed you can ‘hear’ their voices reading dialogue… Petectives really is a charming story, told in a delightful tone, that makes a good read.” – Animal Blogging with Dill the Cat
Read the Holiday Romantic Suspense, Eva’s Shelter: Cypress Security by USA Today Bestselling Author, Regan Black.
A deputy must keep a gorgeous analyst safe in his sleepy hometown. No problem. Until a sniper takes aim at her and the rules of engagement must change. If you like romantic suspense loaded with intrigue, forced-proximity heat, and spiked with Christmas cheer, you’ll love Eva’s Shelter!
“Perfect conclusion to an interesting and intriguing trilogy. Lots of mystery and action and sizzling romance. Could not put it down. Very highly recommend.” -READER
“I really enjoyed Eva’s story. It had enough twists and turns I was almost expecting a blindside on who the bad guy really was. Thoroughly enjoyed with a HEA to wrap it up.” -Amazon Reader
“Edge of the seat action, surprises, secrets, romance, amazing characters and a must-read book. Although the books are standalones why miss out on more romance with a side of suspense.” -Amazon Reader
Fall in love with the witty Romantic Comedy, Kind of Cursed by Amazon Bestselling Author, Stephanie Fournet.
Every woman in Millie Delacroix’s family is cursed—kind of. Birth control just doesn’t work for them. Like ever. Going to the altar knocked up is pretty much a family tradition. And Millie refuses to let that happen to her—again. But when she meets Mexican-American contractor Luc Valencia, keeping her vow of celibacy while he works under her roof might be more than she can manage.
“Hot chemistry build-up of slow burn goodness!” -READER
“Kind of Cursed is a fresh romantic comedic with complex characters, witty writing, and emotional depth.” -Reviewer
“The characters were easy to fall in love with. The immediate chemistry and subsequent slow-burn between Milly and Luc kept me completely excited and turning pages to see where their relationship went. And-it doesn’t hurt that Luc is a red hot Latin lover!” -Amazon Reader
Perfect timing for the timeless Love Story, Time After Yesterday: A Story of a Love Lost by Never Forgotten by Barbara Pace.
Prepare to be moved by this unforgettable story of love and hope that transcends time and circumstance. Allow yourself to be swept away in a tale that captures the essence of the human experience and delves into the power of true love and the resilience of the human spirit. Time After Yesterday will leave an indelible mark on your heart long after you’ve turned the final page.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable story of love and hope that transcends time and circumstance. Allow yourself to be swept away in a tale that captures the essence of the human experience.
“…an absolute gem of a novel that effortlessly transports readers into the poignant and beautiful depicted world world of Annie and Reed. This mesmerizing love story set in the 1950s captivates from the first page to the last, weaving a tale of love’s endurance amidst societal constraints.”
“Time After Yesterday captures the essence of true love, regardless of tricky circumstances.” -Amazon Reader
🎅Tis the Season for the BEST in Holiday!
December 7, 2023 | Filled under christmas fiction, Cozy Mystery, Holiday Romance, Romance |
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Don’t miss the inspiring Literary Fiction, The Secret Gift by Joseph Tristan.
A Story of Friends, Family, Love and Faith with a miracle or two.
Dr. Landon Rief, a gifted heart surgeon, retires from his medical practice. As he begins his journey abroad, he encounters a mysterious visitor in Germany who reveals that he was born with a secret gift. The mysterious visitor informs Landon that she is here to help him develop and employ his gift during his stay in Germany.
““The Secret Gift” is a story that exemplifies the positive virtues of life. A story of family, friends, faith, and love, and how life becomes complete when you bond all four together. A story that will bring smiles, perhaps a tear of joy, happiness, and warmth to your heart.” -READER
“Unwind at your favorite setting and let your mind be captivated by a beautiful story of faith, friends, family, and love. You will not be disappointed!” -Amazon Reader
Download the Heartwarming Holiday Crime and Mystery Novella, A Hamburger Christmas by J.T. Bishop. FREE!
Spending Christmas alone, a grieving detective finds himself at the mercy of thieves. Using his wits, he’ll learn that he and his adversaries share common ground, and together they’ll learn that the magic of Christmas means relying on those you love, whether they’re alive…or not.
“A get Christmas story! I really enjoyed this. Different from others and that with a great storyline makes it worth keeping.” -Amazon Reviewer
“This is an enjoyable book to read at Christmas time. It is a light-hearted adventure full of the characters’ memories of Christmases past.” -READER
“Just in time for Christmas, J.T. Bishop delivers a truly heartwarming crime story…I loved Bishop’s fast-paced novella and am going to binge-read the Detectives Daniels and Remalla series after seeing them in action. Bishop has a knack for character development, as in the end I was rooting for Simon and didn’t want to see him get hurt. A Hamburger Christmas is a must for anyone who loves crime or mystery novels but with a happy ending.” -Amazon Reader
Read the charming Holiday Canine Cozy Mystery, King Harald’s Snow Job by Richard Audry. ONLY $.99!
PI pooch King Harald and his “boss” Andy get snowbound at a holiday fair—with hundreds of Christmas-shoppers and a violent jewel thief.
“I love these dog-centered cozies.” St. Paul Pioneer Press
“Mystery, comedy, great characters, all in a setting full of snow. A perfect escape!” Escape with Dollycas
“Richard Audry has done it again. “King Harald’s Snow Job,” his latest in the King Harald series, serves as a much-needed reminder that kindness and civility still have a place in this world. Audry creates page-turner suspense throughout the chapters with very little violence, and his characters are so, well, doggone nice to one another!” -Amazon Readerroot for them.”-amazon reader
Get into the Holiday Spirit with this Steamy Christmas Romance, Undercover Santa by Blye Donovan. ONLY $.99!
When a suave undercover agent’s mission collides with a sweet bakery owner’s world, desire ignites, and danger looms, threatening to unravel their sizzling romance as Christmas approaches.
“I highly recommend this book if you’re looking for a quick, satisfying suspense that will keep you turning the pages and leave you smiling.” -READER
“Everything about this holiday novella was perfect. The storyline, the pace, the love scene, and the happily ever after.” -READER
“When it’s Hallmark Christmas movie season and all you want is little suspense in your life, it’s nice to be able to snuggle in with a holiday novella by one of your favorite romantic suspense authors. And Undercover Santa by Blye Donovan definitely hit the spot.” -Amazon Reviewer
Fall in love with this engrossing Holiday Romance, Double Lead by Susan Jean Ricci. ONLY $.99!
Double Lead: Love for the Holidays is yet another riveting tale of two lovers brought together by a twist of fate and finding kindred souls in one other. Dagger and Jinx are two lively personalities who share a mutual love for dogs and complement each other to an extent that they feel like two parts of the same whole.
Every scene between the two together is filled with romance and humor. Grab a copy if you’re looking for a cozy contemporary love story.
“A Romantic Vacation not only for the main characters in this story but for the reader as well, enjoy a delightful story!” -Reviewer
“She makes you believe in love, passion, and happiness, but secrets intervene. Many plots, and twists will keep the reader eager for more. I’ve read hundreds of Romance Novels, and This one is one of my favorites.” -Amazon Reviewer
You’ll love this holiday Love Story!
Children will delight in this witty Holiday tale, The Great PJ Elf Chase: A Christmas Eve Tradition by Judy Voigt and Karen LoBello.
The PJ elves are sly and quick, but this Christmas Eve they’re in for a surprise—Ben and Jack are on a mission to catch one of them! The traps the brothers set sure look promising, but the unexpected can happen when you least expect it.
“A magical, wholesome Christmas Read!” -Kirkus Reviews
B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree; Finalist, National Indie Excellence Book Awards Five-Star Review Recipient, Readers’ Favorite
“Our boys (5 and 3) really enjoy looking for the sneaky elves on each page. This is a great Christmas read with rhyming lines and a fun story.” -READER
“I am 48 years old, but this book caught my eye. I just read it, and I was delighted. The colors are beautiful, the narrative is a rhyme, when parents and children read this, they are sure to have a great time! I laughed with delight and exclaimed, “How precious,” when I saw the challenge to count the elves.” -READER
🎄Christmas Picks for EVERYONE…
December 2, 2023 | Filled under christmas fiction, Holiday Romance, Paranormal, Romance, YA Fantasy, YA Fiction |
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Get lost in the delightful and short Holiday Romance, Peanut Blossoms and the Matchmaking Kitten by Claire Davon.
Oriana’s first Christmas away from her family promises to be a lonely one. She has to get through the holiday season on her own—until a two-pound bundle of short-haired grey and white kitten—and his cute owner—show up at her doorstep. Anything is pawsable at Christmas.
“This was a very sweet romance story. It was also a quick read. The characters were lovely and friendly.” -READER
“Honestly, the author had me at matchmaking kitten. This book left me smiling so much. Such a delight to find a story that has holiday cheer and hunky nice guy neighbor.” -Amazon reviewer
“This is a cute little story that is fun to read. It is a short story that has captivating and lovable characters. I enjoyed this easy reading short story.” -REVIEWER
If you love animals and Christmas…don’t miss this one!
Grab this hilarious Holiday Paranormal Romance, Cookies for Satan: Witching After Forty by Lia Davis and L.A. Boruff. ONLY $.99!
Ava tries to summon Santa. Everything goes wrong and Satan shows up. Merry Christmas!
Christmas in Shipton Harbor will never be the same again.
“…nice short humorous story about a summoning gone wrong! Loved it! And especially the results! Too cute! And looking forward to the new neighbor!” -Amazon Reader
“Honestly I’m impressed with this author. Great banter and story line. I’ve always thought Satan and Santa were awfully close…Fun to read!” -READER
‘A cute and funny story with very unexpected events. I am loving this series. The town and the characters make this series fun to read and exciting to see what happens next.” -Amazon Reader
The perfect holiday read for those with a sense of humor!
Download the charming Holiday Romance, The Christmas Calls by Timi Petal.
Sometimes a wrong turn can lead to unexpected places… Twenty-seven-year-old Autumn Burke is an aspiring workaholic with no dating life whatsoever. And that’s exactly how she likes it. After being led on by her college boyfriend, she’s made it her priority to climb the ladder of her interior decorating company in Seattle and never looked back. Not until this holiday season.
“Friendship leads to love but distance provides a challenge for the two. Remind me of meet me in Seattle. Sweet engaging read.” -READER
“This story has the feel of your favorite Christmas romance movies. Autumn and Elliot are likeable and you can’t help bit root for them.”-amazon reader
“Great storyline, enjoyed the banter and interactions between the characters. Thank you to hidden gems for my free copy and opportunity to leave this voluntary review.” -READER
Grab this sweet Christmas Romance today!
Escape into the magical and heartwarming YA tale, A Dragonhold Christmas by N.A. Davenport.
All Corin wanted was to create an off-lander Christmas for his friend, but sometimes even the best intentions can spark disaster.
“This is a lighthearted story about Christmas in an alternate realm. Although this fits into the Dragon Riders of Avria series of books, it can certainly be read as a stand-alone book. The characters capture the feeling behind Christmas, while attempting to recreate an “off-land” Christmas…the kind of Christmas that might be experienced in our realm. (Earth). It’s a fun, easy to read story with a nice moral.” -READER
Grab your copy today and dive into a festive tale filled with dragons, mishaps, and holiday magic!
Young dragon rider Corin is gearing up for an unforgettable Christmas at Fire Mountain Dragonhold, especially since it’s his first with his spirited dragon, Leika. The decorations, the food, the music—it promises to be an event to remember.
Two enchanting Christmas Romances in one book, A Small Town Christmas by USA Today Bestselling Author, Melissa McClone.
Sweet Yuletide: Desperate to escape her new stepfamily over the holidays, Sheridan DeMarco decides to housesit in a quaint coastal town. Her dream of spending Christmas alone, however, is shattered when she finds herself sharing the cozy beach cottage with a stranger, Michael “Mikey” Patterson.
His Christmas Wish: Spending the holidays in Hood Hamlet is the last thing Carly Bishop wants to do. Her hometown is full of painful memories of lost loved ones, but her family needs help. Jake Porter, her late brother’s best friend, is a mountain rescuer burdened by guilt.
“I really loved Jake and Carly’s story. With all the heart aches and tragedies they had to go through to fight their way to be together. Many wonderful characters round out the troop of players. This is my second time reading this and it still made me cry.” -READER
If you love small town Romance books, don’t miss this holiday gem.
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