Best Selling Books by Barbara McMahon

For ten years Heather has tried to forget she was once a loving wife. She was forced to make a decision between family and her marriage and forced to sacrifice her marriage. But now her ex is back. Hunter is still hurting and doesn''t know what went wrong. But Heather can see the attraction is still there and somewhere so is the love.

Ella is a glassblower who hides from the outside world. In order to cool off after working by the fire every day, she walks along the beach at night. But last night she saw a strange man swimming in the ocean where no one should have been...naked as the day he was born. His figure standing still, bathed in moonlight, was like Apollo emerging from the sea. On his face was a heartbreaking sca?was he hiding in the dark night, too?

For Bethanne Saunders, flying Sheikh Rashid al Harum''s private plane has its perks. When her feet touch the ground it''s on the plush carpet of his sumptuous palace. And just being near gorgeous Rashid makes her feel on cloud nine! Bethanne has all the luxury she can handle—until suddenly she''s promoted to princess! But the dazzling rock on her finger is a stark reminder that it''s a convenient engagement. Everyone knows sheikhs don''t fall for ordinary girls from Texas….

Home, Sweet Home? When Eliza Shaw was sixteen, her life was torn apart. False accusations meant the only home she’d ever known—a foster home—was destroyed, and she and her two foster sisters were separated. That same year,tragedy struck Cade Bennett, Eliza’s first love, and it ruined their relationship. Twelve years later Eliza returns to the small Mississippi town where she grew up. Seeing her childhood home brings back emotions Eliza hasn’t felt in a long time, and she begins to search for her former foster sisters. Eliza can’t ignore the feelings she still has for Cade, either, even though he blames her for his sister’s death. But as the truth about the past begins to emerge, Cade and Eliza find themselves growing close. Maybe you really can go home again.

Lianne O''Mallory is longing to have a baby but she has no partner and time is running out. Her boss, Tray Elliott can''t figure out why Lianne needs a list of prospective partners but makes a pregnancy proposal that Lianne may not be able to resist.

Susannah Mercer worked tirelessly for years to reach her ultimate goal – becoming a doctor. Now that she’s finally living her dream, all that’s missing is romance. When the chief of staff pairs her with grumpy surgeon Greg Haversham for an important hospital event, she gets a bit overzealous with trying to look sophisticated. To Susannah''s surprise, the cantankerous doctor offers to help her land a date. Then to her shock, Greg finds himself drawn to her–but only for an affair. He’s sworn off relationships forever. While he isn’t looking for something serious, she is. The only option – cut ties with him. That is until an unlikely turn of events changes Greg''s heart forever.

Millionaire Matt Gramling has two set rules for avoiding love-struck secretaries: Never employ anyone under 50 and never date a woman over 25. Karla is determined to become Matt''s PA, so she disguises herself as the staid ''Jeanette''! But when Karla begins dating Matt -- as herself -- she knows she''s playing with fire . . . And it''s only a matter of time before Matt discovers her true identity!

Jordan Carhart has always been a fighter, but her determination to find the man who abandoned her and their son leads her down a path she never expected. Instead of finding closure, she stumbles upon Cade Everett, a wealthy rancher with the same name. Despite his initial offer of a job and assistance for her child, Jordan can''t help but feel conflicted by her attraction to Cade. As they work together to provide for her son, their connection deepens into something neither of them saw coming. But just as their love begins to bloom, doubt creeps in and Jordan finds herself running away from what could be her forever happiness. Meanwhile, Cade is determined to prove that their love can conquer all obstacles. Will Jordan be able to trust in the possibility of a happy future?

His Inherited Wife by Barbara McMahon released on Mar 28, 2006 is available now for purchase.

For one night, Sam Duncan is determined to dress to impress and let her hair down. It''s New Year''s Eve, and with her hands on the hottest ticket in town, she finds herself dancing with billionaire Mac McAlheny! When the clock chimes twelve, reality strikes! Sam doesn''t belong in Mac''s world—in fact, her stolen night costs Sam her job! But Mac comes to the rescue and makes her nanny to his adorable little son, Tommy. Everything about Mac seems like a dream, but the butterflies Sam feels are definitely real….

When Myles Riker learns he has a five-year-old son, his world shifts. Driven by an overwhelming need to ensure Zack is safe and loved, he uses his stateside leave to track down the boy he never knew he had. But when he finally finds Zack, it’s not just the boy who captures his heart—it’s Anna Tucker, Zack’s fiercely devoted, recently widowed adoptive mother. As Myles becomes entwined in their lives, he’s drawn to Anna’s strength and warmth, while falling head over heels for the son he never had a chance to know. Zack is thriving under Anna’s care, and Myles knows his mission is complete. But walking away from the family he’s begun to love is harder than he ever imagined. Yet, his secret shadows every moment he spends with them—a truth that could unravel the fragile bond they''ve built. Will Myles risk losing everything by revealing his past, or will he protect the love he’s found, even if it means keeping the truth buried?

Always impetuous, this time Sara’s really landed herself in hot water. Caught photographing forbidden locations, she’s in a foreign jail and no one knows where she is. Sheikh Kharun bak Rijad learns the daughter of the chief representative from the US is accused of spying. To allow the courts to proceed would cause international consequences. Yet, not to act would escalate internal conflicts at the highest levels of his government. A hastily concocted plan might buy them enough time to finalize a deal worth millions and avoid international repercussions. Can they fool the world into thinking they’re in love? If you like sweet billionaire romances and engagements-of-convenience, you''ll love Falling for the Sheikh. Download your copy today!

Tanner: I hold the loan on her business. In exchange for not foreclosing, she helps me find the perfect society wife. Someone who will marry for status and wealth and children. Love not required. Sunny: This is the stupidest thing I ever heard of, marrying to get in with the right family. So what that he came from poverty—he’s now one of the richest men in San Francisco. He doesn’t need help finding a wife. Sean: It’s my fault my cousin Sunny’s helping Tanner—I talked her into it. Big mistake. Now Tanner’s more uptight than I’ve ever seen him. What’s up with these two? If you love lighthearted romances, you’ll love Finding A Wife for Tanner.

Zack Carson figured the city girl who''d inherited the ranch he worked on was going to be trouble. That''s why the loner was ready to leave the minute she turned up. But Caitlin Jackson wasn''t what he''d expected. Caitlin seemed to have it all together when she arrived. But why would an attractive divorc''give up her cushy condo and move to the middle of Nowhere, Wyoming? And then Zack learned that somewhere in her past she''d lived through an event as traumatic as the one he''d survived. And as each day brought them closer, the cattleman started to doubt if he really was better off alone....

Pregnant: Father Needed by Barbara McMahon released on Jun 28, 2005 is available now for purchase.

Three sisters, one quest. A long time family mystery comes to the forefront with the death of their grandmother. Now the sisters are united in trying to unravel the past using whatever means they can to find the answer. Letters to Caroline reveals the first clue in this sweet reunion story. Michelle’s Marriage Deal moves things along in a marriage-of-convenience romance. And a case of mistaken identity in Trusting Abby reveals the final clue. Download today.

Rachel goes to Spain, a country she’s always admired, after having a fight with her father. She has two goals: to find her mother, who she was told had died, and to get out of her marriage of convenience. Needing money for her trip, she decides to work as a secretary for Luis, who owns a gray castle on a hill. He has black hair and smoky, quartz-colored eyes that hint at danger, but she can’t keep her eyes off him. Secretary and boss?both have their own untold secrets, but will they stay secret when a passionate love flares up between them?

Confinement in this one-horse town, while my foot heals, is driving me crazy with boredom, which is why I volunteered to help Piper find her phantom parents. She never stops pestering me; go figure. It’s annoying, but kind of cute. It’s not like there’s a real possibility of us being together – we’re from totally different worlds and it’d never work. But on lonely nights, the idea of home and domestic bliss with Piper by my side is enough to make me dream.

Prolific bestselling author Barbara McMahon has won almost every major award in romance, and it''s easy to see why: her stories are heartwarming and emotional journeys that make you remember what it''s like to fall in love. In I''LL TAKE FOREVER, When Jenny Warwick is asked to provide cover for a DEA agent so he can infiltrate the small town where she lives, she reluctantly agrees, unable to believe any of her neighbors would be involved with drugs. Before long everyone in town thinks there’s a romance blooming between her and the new man in town. Kyle is not looking for romance, especially the forever kind. Yet he plays the devoted suitor so well, only Jenny knows it’s part of Kyle’s cover. Or is it?

Deanna, an art student, has taken a job as a live-in nanny so she can pay her tuition, and she’s falling hard for her boss. His name is Jay Masters, and he’s the president of a security firm in addition to being a single father to two little girls. Deanna finds his love for his family very attractive, but he still can’t get over his dead wife. What’s more, Deanna doesn’t think anyone will ever want to marry her. She has her reasons… She tries to work out her feelings in her sketchbook, but one day before he leaves for a business trip, she and Jay share a passionate kiss!

Three sisters uncover secrets that lead to marriage—with the men of their dreams! Marrying Margot Beaufort had been the happiest event of Rand Marstall''s life, but when she lost their baby their marriage had fallen apart. So when Rand turned up five years later to see if they still had a chance together, Margot was stunned. She realized she still loved Rand, but she knew that being his wife again would mean trying for another baby…

A hot-air-balloon race with her daredevil boss! What if…a conservative young woman is offered the challenge of a lifetime? What if…she''s paired with thrill-seeking sportsman Rafael Sandoval in a hot-air-balloon race with a fifty-thousand-dollar prize? What if…she needs to fly for a week with sexy Rafael, who doesn''t even know the meaning of afraid of heights? This is the beginning of Amalia Catalon''s great adventure….

Enjoy the season''s spirit as these women find lasting happiness just in time for Christmas. Each stand alone book tells the complete story from meeting to happy ever after. From cops to cowboys, doctors to journalists to billionaires, each brings that special something to the relationship. The Cowboy’s Special Christmas Left at the altar, veterinarian Jennifer moves a thousand miles away from the heartache and embarrassment. She’ll focus on her new practice, make a few friends and forget about trusting her heart again. Cole Martin was furious when he discovered his fiancée was seeing other men. Once burned, twice shy. When Cole and Jennifer meet, it’s like at first sight. But can this relationship forge ahead with all the heartache lingering from the past? A Teaspoon of Mistletoe Annie Tolliver is happy as could be living in the small town of Lamberton, Montana. Once she had the chance to marry but it meant leaving Lamberton. Love didn’t prove strong enough. Doctors Without Borders Nick Keller’s back in the states for Christmas. When he begins to explore the small town his cousin lives in, he’s charmed with the activities, the people and one very special person. Getting involved wasn’t the plan for either Annie or Nick, but sometimes things happen for a reason. Can a stay-at-home woman give up everything to follow a foot-loose man to the ends of the earth? The Christmas Cop Tough homicide detective Jake Morgan was a bah, humbug kind of guy. Getting injured in the line of duty wasn’t the worst thing that could have happened to him—no, it was being assigned as the police department’s Christmas Cop while he recovers. He wasn’t one to deliver any feel-good feelings with kids. He had no idea what kids wanted for Christmas. And he sure to goodness didn’t want to be paired with a pink-hair, do-gooder who looked more like a kid herself than a software engineer. When Shea O’Reilly is paired up with the man most likely to win the exact-opposite-of-Christmas-spirit award, she’s thrown. It’s her favorite holiday. And her best day would be to make a bunch of kids happy. How can she manage that with the disgruntled Mr. Scrooge she’ll be working with? A Key West Christmas Shelly Alexander started a new life in Key West which she loves. When her former boss arrives unexpectedly and insists on spending time with her, she’s thrilled. Until the real reason he’s there is revealed. Embarrassed that she thought more was going on, she runs away too hurt to see him again. Billionaire Beau Charlmers left the frenetic New York society to buy a sail boat to sail around the world. While in the Caribbean he stops in Key West to see his former assistant. Getting to know her on a personal level is entirely different from the work relationship they had. Still, it should make it easier for her to agree to his newest plan. Only somewhere along the way everything changes. When Shelly refuses to see him again, he realizes what he really wants is Shelly. But to get her to fall in love now would take a Christmas miracle. Christmas is the time for family, friends and love. Download your copy of CHRISTMAS SHORT AND SWEET and may all your days be merry and bright!

Ten years ago Chloe was in love, talking marriage, and making plans for the future. Then Ben vanished. All plans were shattered and heartbreak became her constant companion. Sheikh Karif bin Shakirah’s happiest years were as a graduate student at Berkeley. He found a woman who loved him for himself not his family’s wealth. But duties and responsibilities swept him back to his homeland and he lost the woman he loved. When Chloe sees Ben for the first time in ten years, she’s shocked. He confronts her to find she hold only contempt for him. Can they ever overcome the past or will heartbreak and betrayal be too strong to surmount? If you love sweet billionaire reunion stories, you''ll love The Unforgettable Sheikh. Get your copy today!

HER BOSS DEMANDED MARRIAGE! Pregnant Molly Larkin thought Sheik Kaliq bin Shalik would graciously accept her resignation, but instead he proposed a marriage of convenience. Seemed her powerful boss needed an American bride to stay in the country and, thanks to opening her heart to the wrong man, Molly needed a name for her unborn child. Still, Molly never expected that the man she''d secretly loved from afar would now look into her eyes as if they held the most precious secret. Nonetheless the fantasy would end in a few months. Unless Molly could turn their green-card arrangement into a true-blue marriage…?

One day Savannah, an excellent nanny, is requested for an assignment by her former lover Declan. Seven years ago, he left Savannah to try to make things work with his ex-wife for the sake of his child. However, after divorcing his ex-wife again, he asks Savannah to watch after his child. Unable to refuse his request, she agrees to go on a camping trip with him and his daughter, Jacey. Which sounds like fun, except that Jacey is in the middle of a rebellious phase. How will Savannah deal with this clueless father and his difficult daughter?

We were high school sweethearts until Cassie played a pivotal role in the most awful night of my life when my sister tragically killed herself. Though that was not the reason Cassie was removed from her foster home and placed elsewhere, it was opportune timing. Now twelve years later she''s returned. I''m stuck between wanting to make her suffer for that night or embracing her tightly and never letting go

Kori: How do I face the entire company celebrating the new account after being dumped by my coworker? Pretend to have a new man in my life? When I run that idea by the bartender who''s giving me Dutch courage, he has just the new man for me. And what a hottie! I’m skeptical, but the stranger assures me he can play the role. Especially when his ex shows up and–instant new couple, him and me. We can pretend for one night. Then I never need to see him again. Beau: Anyone can play the part of devoted lover for one night. But when newspapers pick up on the new woman in my life, it gets really complicated. Now we need to pretend for a while longer. Is it a bit arrogant of me to think Kori would comply without something in return? Which makes it more complicated. And what happens if I want to change the arrangement? If you love pretend engagement stories, you’ll be delighted with Billionaire''s Betrothal. Delve into your copy today!

Arabella, Countess of Waverly, was banished to the North of England four years ago by her irate husband. Falsely accused of scandalous behavior weeks into their marriage, she had no recourse but to acquiesce to his harsh decree. Now she''s come into an inheritance which will enable her to return to London. Justin, Earl of Waverly was reported killed by Napoleon''s troops in Spain. When he returns home unexpectedly on the eve of Arabella''s return to London, the sparks fly. Scandal is one thing Justin refuses to allow taint his name. She is determined to set up her own establishment in London. Which would feed the gossip he is trying to avoid. They strike an agreement. He will lend his countenance if she will agree to behave with propriety and assist in launching his younger sister to the ton. Justin vows he will watch her every move. Arabella cautiously agrees, determined to find a way to clear her in her husband''s eyes and prove once and for all she was innocent of the scandalous behavior he believes of her.

Three foster girls grew up together, sharing everything–until that fateful night that shattered their home and sent them in different directions. Now a decade later one by one they return to Bradford Hall. Nothing is like they remember, but can the future recapture the hope they all had? Cassie''s Return: We were high school sweethearts until Cassie played a pivotal role in the most awful night of my life when my sister tragically killed herself. Now twelve years later she''s returned. I''m stuck between wanting to make her suffer for that night or embracing her tightly and never letting go. Piper''s Discovery: Confinement in this one-horse town, while my foot heals, is driving me crazy with boredom, which is why I volunteered to help Piper find her phantom parents. It’s not like there’s a real possibility of us being together. But on lonely nights, the idea of home and domestic bliss with Piper by my side is enough to make me dream. Fiona''s Homecoming: Life as I knew it was revolutionized the very day Fiona Hunter came to town. With her feisty temperament and her do-what-it-takes attitude, she has me spinning in circles. As sheriff, I swore to keep order and fairness throughout the parish—but how can I uphold this duty when all I want is to protect her?

Melissa Fox''s trip to the kingdom of Qu''Arim is a perk of her job with the Valentine family. When she arrives, she works for Bella Lucia, but when she expertly calms Sheikh Surim Al-Thani''s three little children, the handsome sheikh is determined she will stay on as his nanny. When Melissa realizes how much the children need her, she agrees to stay--she will teach the gorgeous but guarded sheikh how to love and care for them. Only she finds herself in love with a man she could only ever dream of marrying.

Great aunt Marjorie is still controlling lives beyond the grave. Her will stipulates that Rennie and Hunter, who have never met, will each receive a half-share of her large fortune...but only if they marry each other within the year. Rennie needs the money for her grandmother’s expensive medical care. Hunter needs a mother for his toddler daughter. Neither believes in love. Can this marriage of convenience work? Yes, as long as neither of them falls in love. If you love modern day marriages of convenience, you’ll enjoy Wanted: Outback Wife. Download your copy today!

Dear Miss Evans, My aunt''s attorney has assured me that the best solution to the problems facing us would be to marry… Nick Silverman needed a mother for his orphaned niece, and Caroline needed money to pay her grandma''s hospital bills. It certainly wasn''t a marriage made in heaven, but Caroline was determined to make it work—for baby Amanda''s sake. But whilst Caroline—a Texas girl, born and bred—knew plenty about cattle ranching, she knew very little about lean and Sexy Outback ranchers…but she was going to find out!

Years ago Kassie Montgomery fled her home when attempts were made on her life. Now P.I. Jake Lancaster has found her hiding place and vows to take her back to the family she doesn''t trust. When danger comes to them, Kassie has nowhere else to turn. Can she trust Jake to keep her safe while she attempts to discover who''s trying to kill her and end the threat once and for all?

Eliana flees her father''s unreasonable demands and ends up penniless in a small town on the Spanish Costa Blanca. Desperate for a job and a place to stay, she learns of an opening for a transcriptionist at the home of mystery writer Alessandro. Mistaken for an applicant, she takes on the job and is grateful for the room and board provided. Despite his reputation as a recluse mourning his deceased wife, Alessandro can''t help but be drawn to Eliana. As they work together and get to know each other better, their initial curiosity turns into genuine affection. But when Eliana''s father sends the man he wants her to marry to bring her back home, she refuses to go. Alessandro overhears their conversation and assumes the worst - that Eliana had lied about her intentions from the beginning. Enraged, he fires her on the spot. Yet even in the midst of their misunderstanding, neither can fully let go of their feelings for one another. Can an honest discussion clear the air and lead to lasting happiness?

Musician Angelica Cannon arrived in Smoky Hollow, battered suitcase and precious violin in tow, to rediscover her passion for music—not to fall for the town''s most eligible bachelor, Kirk Devon. Kirk''s faded jeans and laid-back charm are a million miles away from the sharp-suited businessmen of New York. But his warm chocolate eyes most definitely put the harmony back into her soul! City girl Angelica has already fallen for Smoky Hollow''s magic—now she''s succumbing to Kirk''s spell….

Holly Bennett hadn''t listened to her father, and his words came back to haunt her when the boy she idolized got her pregnant and left town. A decade has dulled the pain--until the cowboy who broke her heart moves in next door.-- To settle an old score Ty Alvarez tells himself their passion is dead, yet he can''t ignore the sweet memories that flood back, especially after he and Holly realize they allowed a bitter old tyrant to steal years from their lives. Now he has the chance to be Holly''s hero again, but only if he chooses love over revenge.-- Home on the Ranch Cowboys, ranches, home and family-- stories you won''t soon forget.