New Releases by Mary Sullivan

It is impossible not to root for Ceti, almost fifteen, who tells her story of growing up in shelters, learning soccer from her Gramps, and sleeping in her Mom''s red truck where they listened over and over to Rolling Stones discs someone left behind. Following in the steps of her hero, Lionel Messi, Ceti is a shooting star on the field. A U.S. scout is coming to watch her play in the State Championship; she has Ruby, her best friend since kindergarten rooting for her, and a crush on a boy who lives in her building, Will. But at home, she''ll find a spoon in the sink, a ball of tin foil and a needle in the trash. Her Mom, who used to be beautiful with her long honey hair and green eyes is now wasted and track-marked. And she is pregnant. Ceti''s life goes up and down with a mother who wants only the next high. Her Mom''s menacing and goofy boyfriend Foxface is always hounding Ceti; their junky friends start a fire in Ceti''s apartment; and on the day of the semifinals, Ceti finds her Mom bleeding profusely. She steals a new iPhone for her Mom but is caught and disqualified from playing in the Championship game. Then Ruby decides on private school for next year, and Will stops hanging out with Ceti. When her Mom promises they can start over in New Hampshire, Ceti is hopeful. Instead, she finds her Mom has overdosed. Ceti, too, would be one more dream slipping away if she didn''t have the courage to hold on to what she loves the most.

Snowed In With Her Ex / Andrea Laurence - Wedding photographer Briana Harper never expected to run into her ex at an engagement shoot! And when a blizzard strands them...alone...in a remote mountain cabin, she knows she''s in trouble. She''s never forgotten Ian Lawson, but none of the reasons they broke up have changed. He''s still a workaholic. And now he''s an engaged workaholic! But Ian is also still a man who knows what he wants. And what he wants is Briana. Untangling the lies of his current engagement leaves him free to...indulge. Yet proving he''s changed may be this music mogul''s toughest negotiation yet...

"Duck, Duck, and Moose are playing a quiet game of cards when their friend comes running to ask: Where is Goose?"--Provided by publisher.

Learning to Speak and Sing in Spanish and English is a new, exciting children's book that helps teach a new language through storytelling and song! Enjoy this beautifully illustrated bilingual story of Jack and his friends in a story children will love. Follow Jack as he meets new friends and learns a wonderful language along the way. Spanish phrases and vocabulary are accompanied by pictures and English translations to aid in language understanding and reading comprehension. There are also companion digital music recordings that combine simple lyrics and fun songs for children, available at https://www.jeandanton.com/recordings/learning.htm and iTunes/Apple Music. Buy both the book and digital album and enjoy this story even more with fun and upbeat bilingual songs that everyone can sing along with and enjoy!

Bob the dog works hard to make the bed perfect for sleeping all day but as soon as he settles down, he senses the cat watching him.

Après une énième rupture, Laura en est presque arrivée à croire que l'amour, ce n'est pas pour elle. Et comme pour lui rappeler ses échecs, Nick Jordan revient soudain dans sa vie. Elle ne l'a pas vu depuis treize ans – depuis ce soir où il l'a séduite, alors qu'elle était fiancée à un autre. À cause de lui, elle a dû rompre ses fiançailles, et elle le déteste ! Pourtant, l'impensable se produit : ils retombent dans les bras l'un de l'autre. Et quelle nuit incroyable ! Une nuit qui, quelques semaines plus tard, révèle des conséquences inattendues. Roman réédité

Rodeo Dreams – Sarah M. Anderson Ride straight to the top of the rodeo circuit – that’s June Spotted Elk’s dream. Having danced with adversity in the male-dominated world of bull riding, she won’t let anyone – not even a sexy, scarred stranger – get in her way. Back in the arena to resurrect his career, seasoned bull rider Travis Younkin can’t afford a distraction like June. No matter how deeply the stubborn and beautiful rider gets to him. Because he’ll do anything for victory. But so will June. Her Rodeo Man – Cathy McDavid Twenty-five years ago, the Beckett family was irrevocably divided by lies and secrets. But now Ryder Beckett has come back until he can find a new job. He’s quick to fall into old ways – taking care of the horses, trying a few of his old rodeo tricks and falling for Tatum Mayweather. Ryder’s childhood friend has become a beautiful woman. But how can he get involved with the single mother when he’s only at the ranch temporarily? Is the pull of family enough to make him stay? Is this where Ryder truly belongs? No Ordinary Cowboy – Mary Sullivan She’d rather be anywhere than here in Ordinary, Montana. Tackling the books for a failing ranch as a favour to a friend is not city girl Amy Graves’s scene. And every time Hank Shelter stonewalls her search for the truth, she wants to be gone yesterday. Still, something about the Sheltering Arms calls to her. Maybe it’s the open spaces. Or maybe it’s Hank, who is proving too good, too kind to be real. But to put the ranch to rights Amy needs to know what he’s hiding. Even if it destroys the sweet thing developing between them.

Montana Rodeo Star - Mary Sullivan An unexpected match... Life is pretty good for champion bull rider Dustin Lincoln. Every week is a different town, a new woman and a fierce competition. Until he takes a job organising a rodeo and meets his new boss, rancher Maxine Porter. She''s brash, aggressive and wants to replace bull riding with a polo match. Working together won''t be easy - they don''t see eye to eye on anything! Yet Dusty can''t help admiring Max''s determination and commitment to those she loves, including her adorable eight-year-old son. For the first time in a long time someone is depending on Dusty, and he likes it. But that may change when Max finds out why he''s really in town... The Trouble With Cowgirls - Amanda Renee The cowboy she left behind... Seeing the love of his life after ten years is a shock for Lane Morgan. Especially when he learns the Italian-born beauty who broke his teenage heart is now a widowed single mother and the new barn manager at Bridle Dance Ranch - a job that should have been his. Lucy Travisonno never dreamed she''d return to the Texas horse ranch where she and Lane fell in love - much less as his boss! The spark between them is stronger than ever. But there''s something Lane doesn''t know...if she reveals her long-held secret, will Lucy lose her second chance with the handsome cowboy?

An unexpected match Life is pretty good for champion bull rider Dustin Lincoln. Every week is a different town, a new woman and a fierce competition. Until he takes a job organizing a rodeo and meets his new boss, rancher Maxine Porter. She’s brash, aggressive and wants to replace bull riding with a polo match. Working together won’t be easy—they don’t see eye to eye on anything! Yet Dusty can’t help admiring Max’s determination and commitment to those she loves, including her adorable eight-year-old son. For the first time in a long time someone is depending on Dusty, and he likes it. But that may change when Max finds out why he’s really in town…

Romance—the Western way! Harlequin® Western Romance brings you four new heartwarming contemporary romances of everyday women finding love in one collection! This box set includes: TO TRUST A RANCHER Made in Montana by Debbi Rawlins A vicious lie drove Becca Hartman from Blackfoot Falls, Montana. Now she’s home and facing a heartbreaking choice. Can Becca trust rancher Ryder Mitchell with the secret that could tear her life apart? HER COWBOY’S TRIPLETS The Boones of Texas by Sasha Summers India Boone is determined to build a new life for her and her son, independent of others. But Brody Wallace’s attentions are hard to resist…and then there are his adorable toddler triplet daughters! THE BULL RIDER’S BABY BOMBSHELL Saddle Ridge, Montana by Amanda Renee Champion bull rider and confirmed bachelor Wes Slade donated sperm so a friend could have a baby. Now she’s missing and her sister, Jade, is desperate to find her—while caring for his triplets! RODEO FAMILY Rodeo, Montana by Mary Sullivan An investigative journalist has finally uncovered the story sure to propel her out of her Montana hometown and back to her career in NYC. Trouble is, she’s falling for the cowboy she’s supposed to be reporting on! Look for 4 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Western Romance!

Life has a way of delivering some heavy blows at times. It leaves many feeling defeated, discouraged, and stuck. We forget that our current circumstances are temporary and we can rise above them. Cracked Pulpit depicts a tale of tragedy and triumph as Pastor Mary Sullivan-Willrich carries readers along her journey of conquering the hardships of a life she did not choose. Travel through her battles against mental abuse, addictions, loss, and much more to becoming a pastor and sound spiritual leader for Christ. She inspires and encourages others to move beyond their past into their divine purpose becoming everything that God has destined them to be. Her transparency aids people of all ages letting them know they are not alone in their journey.

HE’S CALLING IN BACKUP As the law in Rodeo, Montana, Sheriff Cole Payette can handle just about anything. Taking in his orphaned niece and nephew, though, puts him out of his depth. Grief-stricken himself, Cole turns to bar owner Honey Armstrong. Cole’s longtime crush on Honey has always made him tongue-tied, but now she’s the only one he can ask for help. Honey is shocked by Cole’s request. He rarely says two words to her and now he needs her to help care for the children? She’s willing to pitch in, but bonding with the kids starts to feel a lot like being a family. And that’s not something Honey has ever let herself dream about—no matter how tempting Cole is…

Romance—the Western way! Harlequin Western Romance brings you a collection of four new heartwarming contemporary romances of everyday women finding love. Available now! This box set includes: THE COWBOY’S TEXAS TWINS Cupid’s Bow, Texas by Tanya Michaels Becoming guardian to his twin godsons has thrown rodeo cowboy Grayson harder than any bronc! But falling for town librarian Hadley Lanier just might heal his bruised heart. HER COWBOY REUNION Made in Montana by Debbi Rawlins No one recognizes the savvy businesswoman Savannah James has become when she returns to Blackfoot Falls. Except her former neighbor, Mike Burnett, who is willing to keep her secret…but can’t resist rekindling an old attraction! RODEO SHERIFF Rodeo, Montana by Mary Sullivan Sheriff Cole Payette has always loved Honey Armstrong, not that she’s noticed. And when he’s charged with raising his sister’s children, Honey’s the only one he can trust with the kids—and his heart. A FAMILY FOR THE RANCHER Cowboys to Grooms by Allison B. Collins Nash Sullivan, a combat vet with a missing leg, survivor’s guilt and a scarred heart, is determined to keep everyone at a distance. His new physical therapist, single mom Kelsey Summers, has other plans! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop.

In a surprising twist, Alligator helps Duck find his family.

A SMALL TOWN. A BIG SURPRISE. Handsome, strange men are not on Violet Summer’s radar—especially ones sitting in her diner in too-new cowboy gear. She’ll eat an old boot if Sam Michaels is a real cowboy. Nope, there’s a reason Mr. Phony Cowboy and his teenage daughter are here in Rodeo, Montana…and she’ll find out the truth. Sam just wants to get back to New York. He doesn’t need complications, like the gorgeous diner owner who irritates and intrigues him at the same time. Or a simmering attraction that results in one unforgettable night—and an unexpected bun in the oven! Now he’s torn between his big-city life…and becoming a real cowboy for good.

A FAMILY HOUSEWARMING Visitors are rare at widower Michael Moreno''s Rodeo, Montana, ranch. When Samantha Read and her two sons turn up, seeking shelter in a snowstorm, his kids are ecstatic. Michael is less enthusiastic. Sammy''s sophisticated city vibe seems out of place in his country home. But even he can''t deny that the bubbly beauty lights up the whole house. Though Sammy doesn''t know much about ranching, she recognizes an aching heart when she sees one. Michael and his kids could use some cheer, and she''s determined to make the most of their time together. But as the heat between Sammy and Michael threatens to melt the snow, Sammy wonders if Michael''s heart could be thawing, as well…

Romance—the Western way! Harlequin Western Romance brings you a collection of four new heartwarming contemporary romances of everyday women finding love. Available now! This box set includes: A BABY FOR THE DEPUTY Mustang Valley • by Cathy McDavid While new business owner Melody Hartman and single father Aaron Travers care for each other, neither are ready to commit. Until Melody becomes pregnant and their feelings—and their lives—change for good! THE COWBOY'S TRIPLE SURPRISE The Hitching Post Hotel • by Barbara White Daille Bachelor cowboy Tyler Buckham is stunned to learn Shay O’Neill is pregnant with triplets. Even though he wants to do right by Shay, the thought of being a daddy has him running scared…but for how long? A COWBOY TO CALL DADDY The Boones of Texas • by Sasha Summers Archer Boone's work is his life. When the funding for his horse refuge is in jeopardy, he needs to focus. So why is he distracted by Eden Monroe and her two adorable daughters? RODEO RANCHER Rodeo, Montana • by Mary Sullivan Samantha Read loves high heels, sunshine and health food. Michael Moreno loves cowboy boots, his Montana ranch and a rare steak. Snowed in with their kids, all these single parents can agree on is resisting their attraction…

A Baby For The Deputy - Cathy McDavid A secret no-strings relationship with Aaron Travers has suited Melody Hartman just fine for the past eight months. The lives of the Mustang Valley veterinarian and the Deputy Sheriff have always been complicated -- and are about to become more so because Mel is pregnant! Raising his toddler daughter and protecting his Arizona town are Aaron''s most important priorities. But this unexpected pregnancy is a life changer. The widowed single dad is ready to do the right thing and marry Mel. Will she acknowledge that their feelings for each other run deeper than either of them realised? Rodeo Rancher - Mary Sullivan Visitors are rare at widower Michael Moreno''s ranch in Rodeo, Montana. When Samantha Read and her two sons turn up, seeking shelter in a snowstorm, his kids are ecstatic. Michael is less enthusiastic, but even he can''t deny that the bubbly beauty lights up the whole house. Though Sammy doesn''t know much about ranching, she recognises an aching heart when she sees one. Michael and his kids could use some cheer. But as the heat between Sammy and Michael threatens to melt the snow, Sammy wonders if Michael''s heart could be thawing as well...

TEMPTED BY A FAMILY… Travis Read never wanted to settle down anywhere—with anyone. He''s in Rodeo, Montana, just long enough to fix up a house for his sister and he''ll be on his way. Then he meets Rachel McGuire. Beautiful and kind—and with magnetic whiskey-colored eyes—Rachel is everything that Travis could want. Except that Rachel is also very, very pregnant. A struggling widowed mom, Rachel wants to give her family the stability she''s never had. Travis dashed those hopes by buying her dream house. Okay, she can start over. But she wasn''t counting on such a fierce attraction between them. And this cowboy was never meant to settle down…

While searching for someone to play ball with him, a dog dreams of fantastical adventures he could have with his ball.

From the author of Up On Bob, a whimsical tale of a Boston Terrier with a short attention span and his never-ending pursuit of what he wants most. As the old saying goes, “Give a dog a ball, and he''ll beg to play for days. But give a dog a treat, and he’ll never stop begging.” In this companion to Mary Sullivan''s Geisel Award-winning Ball, there''s a new dog in town and he is focused on finding a treat, no matter the cost. But endless tricks and futile searching (you can''t eat Grandma’s dentures!) can be pretty exhausting. Just when he’s about to give up hope…what’s this? TREAT! In this hilarious and heartwarming graphic novel/picture book hybrid, readers will rejoice and laugh as they recognize the silly, but always determined, behavior of man’s best friend. “Sullivan spins a hilarious minidrama around a hyperactive canine and a single word of text...Cartoonlike illustrations, precisely drawn in digitally colored pencil, perfectly capture the portly, perky-eared, wide-eyed canine''s treat mania.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review “Sullivan has created quite a treat herself: a canine hero with a one-track mind and an endlessly expressive one-word vocabulary (aided by comically frenetic typography) whose approach to thwarted desire is, as any child will recognize, all too human.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

Callie MacKintosh n’a aucune intention de s’éterniser dans ce coin perdu au milieu des montagnes. Plus vite elle pourra rentrer à Denver, mieux ce sera ! Il faut juste qu’elle réussisse à faire signer ce maudit contrat à Gabe Jordan. Son patron l’a prévenue, convaincre Gabe de céder sa propriété familiale risque de ne pas être facile. Mais, lorsqu’elle le rencontre enfin, Callie comprend que sa mission va être encore plus compliquée que prévu : Gabe est non seu-lement l’homme le plus têtu qu’elle ait jamais croisé, mais aussi le plus séduisant...

Harlequin has a Western romance for every mood! Whether you’re feeling a little suspenseful or need a heartwarming pick-me-up, you will find a delectable cowboy who will sweep you off your feet. The Cowboy Collection bundle includes the following 2-in-1 titles: HOME ON THE RANCH: TEXAS by Linda Warren HOME ON THE RANCH: NEVADA by Jeannie Watt HOME ON THE RANCH: MONTANA by Mary Sullivan Find more cowboys within the pages of Harlequin books every month!

This time, it has to be forever Emily Jordan has been in and out of Salem Pearce''s life for years. As an archaeologist, her work often took her far away—even when he asked her to stay. She called it bad timing. He called it running away. Now she''s back and asking for one last chance. But Salem is a single father with more than himself to think about. If he gives Emily another shot and she takes off again, it''ll hurt his daughters, too. He can''t take that risk. But deep down, he needs Emily. He always has. Maybe this time she''ll stay....

"You have a son." The announcement is not exactly the welcome Matthew Long expects from Jenny Sterling when he arrives in Ordinary, Montana. Five years away can change a man, but he suspects he''s still not the settle-on-the-ranch type. And if he can''t settle, how is he supposed to lend a hand to raise his kid?

His Brown–Eyed Girl by Liz Talley Lucas Finlay is used to calling the shots. But looking after his niece and nephews in New Orleans, he''s entirely out of his league. Luckily help is next door. With almost no effort Addy Toussant manages to make order from the kid chaos. Lucas is beyond grateful...he''s also very attracted to her, and images of an adults–only play date are soon dancing in his head. Yet something in Addy''s golden–brown eyes tells Lucas not to rush her. It seems that if this romance is to go anywhere, he needs to let her take the lead... Because Of Audrey by Mary Sullivan Audrey Stone and her floral shop are thorns in Gray Turner''s side! He''s in Accord, Colorado, trying to focus on wrapping up his family''s business affairs. Instead, thoughts of Audrey and her old–Hollywood beauty keep filling his head. Why? They were never friends in high school. Yet no matter how hard he tries, he can''t seem to stay away. Even more perplexing than the attraction, is the sense Gray has that she knows something about his past – perhaps something he doesn''t know. At first he''s convinced she''s in the way of his plans. But now he suspects she might be the answer to his future!

When it''s cold outside... A city girl to her core, Callie MacKintosh doesn''t do rugged. She does do her job, however. That''s why she''s here in this Rocky Mountain town getting more of rugged than she ever wanted. All she has to do is persuade Gabe Jordan to sign over his share of the family land so her boss can develop it. Too bad the situation is not that simple. Gabe is her boss''s estranged brother. And Gabe is the most fascinating man she''s ever met. Her focus is severely compromised by his strong, sexy ways. More than that, having spent time on this land, she''s no longer convinced a ski resort belongs here. But she thinks she might. Because for the first time, with Gabe, she feels as though she''s come home.

Rem Caldwell has made mistakes--there''s no denying that. But he knows he can be the father his son deserves. If only Sara Franck would agree. She keeps bringing up their shared past, no matter how many times Rem tells her he''s changed. Telling her isn''t enough. Rem has to show Sara that he''s a different man. And he has to do it soon--he needs his mother to know her grandson before it''s too late. Because the one thing Rem wants more than anything is a permanent family reunion with Sara, the woman he adores.

S’il ne tenait qu’à lui, CJ ne laisserait pas Liam, son fils de trois ans, approcher de trop près Janey Wilson. D’accord, c’est pourtant bien lui qui a embauché la jeune femme pour s’occuper de sa boutique. Mais l’air à la fois secret et blasé de Janey, ses tenues à la fois sombres et provocantes, lui rappellent cruellement la mère de Liam, une fille qui n’a pas été fichue d’élever leur fils, et symbole d’une période de sa vie troublée que CJ désire oublier. Seulement voilà, dès les premiers jours, le petit Liam montre beaucoup de tendresse pour Janey. L’enfant, alors qu’il s’obstine toujours à rejeter son père, tisse au contraire des liens de complicité avec la jeune femme, et ne demande qu’à se faire aimer d’elle. Reprenant espoir pour Liam, mais blessé par son entente avec Janey, CJ ne voit pas d’autre choix que de côtoyer plus souvent la jeune femme.