New Releases by JoAnn Ross

Some places you never forget… It Happened One Week by New York Times Bestselling Author JoAnn Ross Smugglers'' Inn was a refuge for Amanda Stockenberg when she was sixteen. A place to find solace…and love with Dane Cutter. Now, ten years later, Amanda is back for a corporate retreat. It’s her last chance to prove herself, so she doesn''t need any complications…like seeing Dane again. Now Amanda has one week to choose between achieving all her dreams—or reuniting with the man she never stopped loving. FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! She Dreamed of a Cowboy by Joanna Sims Ever since her teenage crush on reality TV cowboy Hunter Brand, cancer survivor Skyler Sinclair has dreamed of life on a Montana ranch. Now she’s been granted a stay on Sugar Creek Ranch—and there’s Hunter in the flesh. Hunter’s had enough loss for one lifetime. Still, as he gets to know the spirited Skyler, he begins to realize that he needs her more than she could ever need him…

Explore the wilder side of New York Times bestselling authors Linda Lael Miller and JoAnn Ross in four steamy short stories . . . One Last Weekend College sweethearts Teague and Joanna Darby never imagined they’d end up on the brink of divorce. But when a ferry strike leaves them stranded at their beloved beach cottage, the most awkward weekend ever becomes the perfect chance to fall for each other all over again . . . Batteries Not Required Rodeo star Tristan McCullough isn’t quite the boy Gayle Hayes left behind when she put her Montana hometown in her rearview mirror. Now that she’s back, the spark still zinging between them might just light up the rest of their lives together . . . Cajun Heat Emma Quinlan has to stop thinking about her former Cajun crush, movie star Gabe Broussard. So she makes a list of all the things she wishes he would do to her and buries it in a graveyard at night. Except Gabe somehow gets hold of it—and he intends to make every blissful item come true . . . Love Potion #9 It’s bad enough that Hollywood hotshot Sloan Hawthorne’s knowledge of Roxi Dupree’s witchcraft comes from comic books and fairytales. She’s also falling hard for the outrageously sexy hunk—and their natural ability to conjure up some mischievous magic for those steamy Savannah nights . . .

’Tis the season for cozy stories of falling in love Here Comes Trouble by Debbie Macomber After rival columnist Nolan Adams writes an unflattering piece about rookie journalist Maryanne Simpson, she decides to make some big life changes. She needs to show the tough, streetwise Nolan that she deserves his respect. When they end up as neighbors, Maryanne discovers that she can’t resist Nolan’s gruff charm, and although he doesn’t seem to be an appropriate match for a socialite, Maryanne has other ideas! Once Upon a Wedding by JoAnn Ross Desiree Marchand doesn’t have time for any complications ahead of her friend’s wedding—especially not her ex-boyfriend, rock star Bastien Broussard. Unfortunately, the wedding is down a singer…and whether Desiree likes it or not, Bastien is the perfect man for the job. An Alaskan Christmas Homecoming by Jennifer Snow The only thing Griffin Geller wants for Christmas is to reconcile with his family, which would take a real miracle. They haven’t spoken to him in the three months he’s been back in Wild River, Alaska. But when Jade Frazier walks into his tattoo shop, determined to decorate the front window, she helps remind Griffin that Christmas can be a season for second chances…in life as well as love.

"Readers won''t want to leave the heartwarming stories of Honeymoon Harbor."—Publishers Weekly Welcome back to Honeymoon Harbor, where the majestic scenery of this small coastal town is second only to the legendary romances that have built the community... Pro quarterback Burke Mannion is at a crossroads in his career—nearing retirement age, he wonders if it’s time to hang up his cleats, or keep pushing on and head to training camp in a few short weeks. The decision is delayed by an upsetting phone call from his brother, and without blinking, Burke packs for Honeymoon Harbor and the home he hasn’t seen in years. The last person he expects to see when he arrives is the woman he had once thought might be the one—the same woman who had broken up with him by text as she left New York. Having heard Burke’s stories about Honeymoon Harbor, Lily Fletcher never really believed there was any place as idyllic as he’d made it sound. But as much as she’s tried to keep her past in the past by avoiding personal connections, deep down she secretly always hoped she’d see Burke again. As Lily and Burke fall back into their unresolved feelings for one another, she knows she has to come clean about who she really is as he struggles with the choice to go back to the celebrity life he knows or embrace the one he’s beginning to think could be the true path to happiness. Bonus Novella! Just One Look When Honeymoon Harbor holds a local bachelor auction at the annual Labor Day boat festival, Cam Montgomery needs to make sure his best friend, Megan Larson, wins him as a date. Cam’s grand gesture should go off without a hitch, but only if Megan is willing to take a chance, too… Honeymoon Harbor Book 1: Herons Landing Book 2: Snowfall on Lighthouse Lane Book 3: Summer on Mirror Lake Book 4: Second Chance Spring

“Moving… This engrossing and hopeful story will hold readers from start to finish.”—Publishers Weekly “Family secrets, complex characters and a glorious setting make The Inheritance a rich, compelling read...JoAnn Ross at her best!” —Sherryl Woods, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Sweet Magnolias series With a dramatic wartime love story woven through, JoAnn Ross''s brilliant new novel is a gorgeous generational saga about the rivalry, history and loyalty that bond sisters together When conflict photographer Jackson Swann dies, he leaves behind a conflict of his own making when his three daughters, each born to a different mother, discover that they’re now responsible for the family’s Oregon vineyard—and for a family they didn’t ask for. After a successful career as a child TV star, Tess is, for the first time, suffering from a serious identity crisis, and grieving for the absent father she’s resented all her life. Charlotte, brought up to be a proper Southern wife, gave up her own career to support her husband''s political ambitions. On the worst day of her life, she discovers her beloved father has died, she has two sisters she never knew about and her husband has fallen in love with another woman. Natalie, daughter of Jack’s longtime mistress, has always known about her half sisters, and has dreaded the day when Tess and Charlotte find out she’s the daughter their father kept. As the sisters reluctantly gather at the vineyard, they’re soon enchanted by the Swann family matriarch and namesake of Maison de Madeleine wines, whose stories of bravery in WWII France and love for a wounded American soldier will reveal the family legacy they''ve each inherited and change the course of all their lives.

The sequel to "Homeplace." Shaken by the failure of her marriage, Savannah Townsend returns to her hometown of Coldwater Cove to open a bed & breakfast. There, she meets Daniel O''Halloran and together the two come to terms with their pasts, discover old secrets, and reinforce their belief in familial bonds.

Live, love, connect: come home to romance this summer It Happened One Week by JoAnn Ross Smugglers’ Inn was once a refuge for Amanda Stockenberg…and a place to find love. Now, ten years later, Amanda is back, this time for a corporate retreat. Dane Cutter is still working at the inn—and still as dangerous to her equilibrium as ever. Suddenly, Amanda isn’t sure what she wants. She has one week. Seven days to choose between achieving all her dreams or reuniting with the man she never stopped loving. Romancing the Wallflower by Michelle Major Kindergarten teacher Erin MacDonald isn’t the type to make the first move on a man—especially gorgeous David McCay, her secret crush. But when a crisis involving one of her pupils offers a chance to help the pro baseballer turned brewery owner, Erin makes a shocking suggestion! David is nobody’s hero. So why can’t he convince the sweet, kindhearted beauty that she deserves better than him?

The New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of the Coldwater Cove and Shelter Bay series crafts an emotionally powerful tale of a workaholic lawyer struggling with her unconventional family while also longing for a passionate love of her own. Fighting legal battles eighty hours a week has left Raine Cantrell burned out and empty. Although she once dreamed that success might make the father who walked away without a backward glance take notice, the high-power big city lawyer now finds herself feeling very alone. Then she gets an urgent call from three kids in trouble in her Washington state hometown, and suddenly Raine is returning to face unresolved feelings, unhealed wounds—and an unexpected desire. Sheriff Jack O’Halloran, a man with tragedy in his past and a six-year-old daughter to raise alone, has three teens barricaded inside a house and the media clamoring for a story. He isn’t ready for Raine to invade his territory—or his thoughts. And Raine isn’t ready for anyone to touch her heart. Unable to deny their attraction to each other, their solution is adult, reasonable—and totally foolish. They decide to have a simple affair. But they are about to discover that love is rarely simple—and that lives can change forever in a single heartbeat. “Few storytellers have JoAnn Ross’s magical touch for creating warm and memorable characters whose lives you delight in visiting. Like cherished silver, Homeplace just shines” (RT Book Reviews).

Summertime is the best time to lose yourself in the romance of Honeymoon Harbor… When he lands in the emergency room after collapsing at the funeral of a colleague and friend, Wall Street hotshot Gabriel Mannion initially rejects the diagnosis of an anxiety attack. But when warned that if he doesn’t change his adrenaline-fueled, workaholic lifestyle he could end up like his friend, Gabe reluctantly returns to his hometown of Honeymoon Harbor to regroup. As he adjusts to the sight of mountains instead of skyscrapers, Gabe discovers advantages to this small Pacific Northwest town he once couldn’t wait to escape. But it’s irresistible librarian Chelsea Prescott who, along with the two foster children she’s taken under her wing, makes slowing down seem like the best prescription ever. Over the course of their summer romance, Gabe gets a taste of the life he might have had if he’d taken a different path. But with his return to New York City looming on the horizon, he’ll have to choose between the success he’s worked tirelessly for and a ready-made family who offers a very different, richly rewarding future…if he’ll only take the risk.

** FREE DIGITAL SAMPLER FEATURING EXTENDED EXCERPTS FROM TOP NEW HOLIDAY BOOKS ** Deck the fall! Carve out a little me time and get into the holiday spirit with a sneak peek at four great seasonal books. Whether you’re looking for a Christmas romance that will whisk you off to a picturesque town, an uplifting tale of fate and redemption, or a clever family drama centered around the holidays, this sampler will give you a taste of it all. Don’t delay—download now and curl up with this fireside read today! Featuring extended excerpts from: The Sergeant’s Christmas Mission by Joanne Sims Snowfall on Lighthouse Lane by JoAnn Ross Evergreen Tidings from the Baumgartners by Gretchen Anthony The Twins’ Family Christmas by Lee Tobin McClean

“Readers won’t want to leave the heartwarming stories of Honeymoon Harbor and its characters’ second chances at life and love.”—Publishers Weekly “Snowfall on Lighthouse Lane is another deftly crafted gem of a romance novel by an author who is an impressively consistent master of the genre.”—Midwest Book Review Lose yourself in the magic, charm and romance of Christmas in the Pacific Northwest as imagined in JoAnn Ross’s heartwarming Honeymoon Harbor series. Growing up on the wrong side of the tracks, Jolene Wells is forever indebted to the mother who encouraged her to fly—all the way to sunny LA and a world away from Honeymoon Harbor. Although Jolene vowed never to look back, returning home isn’t even a question when her mom faces a cancer scare. Which means running into Aiden Mannion all over town, the first boy she ever loved—and lost—and whom she can barely look in the eye. Aiden’s black-sheep reputation may have diminished when he joined the marines, but everything he’s endured since has left him haunted. Back in Honeymoon Harbor to heal, he’s talked into the interim role of police chief, and the irony isn’t lost on the locals, least of all Aiden. But seeing Jolene after all these years is the unexpected breath of fresh air he’s been missing. He’s never forgotten her through all his tours, but he’s not sure anymore that he’s the man she deserves. Despite the secret they left between them all those years ago, snow is starting to fall on their picturesque little town, making anything seem possible…maybe even a second chance at first love. Don’t miss Second Chance Spring, JoAnn Ross’s much-anticipated return to Honeymoon Harbor where the majestic scenery of this small coastal town is second only to the legendary romances that have built the community.

Return to Honeymoon Harbor with New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross’s charming new novella! Weddings are an occasion for joy, but Desiree Marchand is a bundle of nerves. She doesn’t have time for complications ahead of her friend’s wedding—especially not her ex-boyfriend. She doesn’t know what Bastien Broussard is doing in Honeymoon Harbor, but she wants nothing to do with him. Unfortunately, the wedding is down a singer—and whether Desiree likes it or not, rock star Bastien is the perfect man for the job. After years traveling the world, the only place Bastien wants to be is by Desiree’s side. He’s ready to fight for her, even if he has to serenade himself past her defenses—but can he finally prove to her that their love is worth the risk? “[JoAnn] Ross spins a warm romance amid a setting loaded with charm… Ross’s insight into both romantic attraction and family dynamics is striking.” —Publishers Weekly

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a beloved story about opposites attracting! If there is one thing magazine editor Jude Lancaster knows, it’s that cowboys sell. Wyoming rancher Lucky O’Neill is just the man she needs to model on the cover of the Hunk of the Month magazine. The last thing in the world Lucky wants to leave the comfort of his ranch for the wilds of New York City. He’s used to herding cattle, not fighting off hordes of women. As a favor to his sister, however, he’s willing to do almost anything. Upon meeting the strong-willed and sultry Jude, Lucky finds himself getting roped in, and falling hard. Originally published as Hunk of the Month in 1998.

A fan-favorite from New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross, originally published as The Prince and the Showgirl in 1993. Sabrina Darling has always fantasized about becoming a princess. But when her marriage collapses and she learns that her father died owing millions to the IRS, Sabrina is about the furthest she can get from royalty. Until she meets Prince Burke, that is. He’s everything Sabrina has ever wanted—except that she stopped believing in fairy tales a long time ago. If Prince Burke is too good to be true, what will it take for Sabrina to find her happily ever after?

Enjoy this FREE sampling of some of the most romantic and unputdownable stories available this summer! Dive into the first chapters of these eight unforgettable stories. There’s something for everyone in this sampler featuring top authors, swoon-worthy tales, secrets and lies, and undeniable chemistry. From small-town romance to paranormal escapades, kick back and let the love flow. Featuring extended excerpts from When We Found Home by Susan Mallery, Fade to Black by Heather Graham, Cooper’s Charm by Lori Foster, The Cottages on Silver Beach by RaeAnne Thayne, Welcome to Moonlight Harbor by Sheila Roberts, How to Keep a Secret by Sarah Morgan, Herons Landing by JoAnn Ross and The Darkest Warrior by Gena Showalter.

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a classic tale about coming home again! Caine O’Halloran lost his heart broken more than once. Ten years ago, Caine had married the only woman he’s ever loved, Nora Anderson. However, when he lost their son in a tragic car accident, Nora never forgave him, and the death destroyed their marriage. But now Caine’s retired from his career as a baseball pitcher, and he has come back home to win Nora back. Now a busy doctor, Nora doesn’t have time to risk getting hurt again. Caine will have to convince her, and himself, that they deserve a second chance. Originally published as The Return of Caine O’Halloran in 1994.

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a fan favorite story about a hero for hire! Lucas Kincaid is done with being a bodyguard—or so he thought. He was just about to leave for a long overdue vacation to Alaska on his boat, except he’s pulled back for one last assignment. Bestselling romance author Grace Fairfield is in desperate need of help, and that means hiring Lucas. Somebody at the romance writers’ conference wants to hurt Grace, so Lucas must guard her day and night. He quickly realizes that he’s willing to risk anything to keep the lovely Grace safe—and willing to risk even more for a future together… Originally published as 1-800-Hero in 1998.

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a fan favorite tale about the lengths we go to for love! Claren Wainwright is a runaway bride. Fleeing from her wedding, and the fiancé who never really loved her, she needs a place to lay low. So, she’s returning to her family home in Port Vancouver. The sprawling home is the perfect place to lick her wounds alone, except the infuriating Dash Mackenzie won’t stop popping up. Claren’s late uncle was involved in some dirty business, and Dash is determined to find out if Claren was involved. He’ll do whatever it takes to find out the truth, but he is prepared to put his heart on the line? Originally published as The Knight in Shining Armor in 1992.

New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross invites you to discover Honeymoon Harbor with the captivating prequel to her brand-new romance series! The rivalry between the Mannion and Harper families has divided them for over a century. Which is why, when John Mannion and Sarah Harper fall in love, they become the small seaport town’s very own Romeo and Juliet. But in Honeymoon Harbor, nothing—not even an infamous family feud—is a match for love.

Told through letters and journal entries, this novel by beloved bestselling author Macomber follows the lives of two women as they learn to seek comfort in their powerful friendship, which has seen them through marriage, children, and tragedy. Reissue.

The beloved holiday novella by New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross—now available as an enchanting ebook to warm up the winter. Christmas was always kindergarten teacher Kelli Carpenter’s favorite time of year—until last Christmas when Cole Douchett broke her heart by proposing to another woman. The fact that the engagement fell apart four months later was cold comfort. Now the marine is once again stateside in their Oregon coastal hometown, Shelter Bay, and Kelli is determined to avoid him. So when her family suggests a cabin up at Rainbow Lake, it sounds like the perfect escape plan. Cole always thought of Kelli as his best friend’s kid sister, but now that he’s back home, it’s clear she’s all grown up. Even in a silly Christmas sweater directing the kindergarten play, she’s a knockout. But after her baffling behavior last year, she’s giving him the cold shoulder. Unbeknownst to Cole and Kelli, their families contrive to do some matchmaking, and the two find themselves sharing a snowbound cabin—where things really heat up... Praise for JoAnn Ross “Ross is a master.”—BookPage “Beautifully descriptive...captures coastal small-town flavor perfectly.”—Library Journal “Shelter Bay [is] a place that readers will really want to visit.”—RT Book Reviews

SOME PLACES YOU NEVER FORGET… For Amanda Stockenberg, that place was Smugglers'' Inn. The seaside inn had been a refuge for Amanda when she was sixteen, a place to find solace, to find herself…and to find love. She can''t think of the inn now without remembering Dane Cutter. The then nineteen-year-old illegitimate son of the cook had taught her about love. She''d been ready to give up everything to be with him. But at the end of the summer he, it seemed, was not. Now, ten years later, Amanda once again finds herself staying at Smugglers'' Inn, this time for a corporate retreat. The event is her last chance to prove herself to her bosses, so she doesn''t need any complications…like finding Dane Cutter still working at the inn. And still as dangerous to her equilibrium as ever. Because suddenly, Amanda isn''t sure what she wants—the window office or the window room of a seaside inn. She has one week. Seven days to choose between achieving all her dreams…or reuniting with the man she never stopped loving.

When it comes to pleasure, these bad boys really are hotter than Georgia asphalt . . . Love Potion #9 by JoAnn Ross It''s bad enough that Hollywood hotshot Sloan Hawthorne''s knowledge of Roxi Dupree''s witchcraft comes from comic books and fairy tales. What''s worse is that she''s falling hard for the outrageously sexy hunk. Pretty soon they''re both finding that the steamy Savannah nights are perfect for conjuring up some mischievous magic of their own . . . Midnight Plane to Georgia by E.C. Sheedy It''s what Tracy does best, people-please and generally overwork the word ''yes''. But in love and life it''s gotten her nowhere. Tracy''s had enough--no more ''yes.'' From here on out it''s all about her. Colson Jones, hot-eyed and very determined, wants it to be all about her--and he''s pretty sure that Tracy will be saying ''yes'' again very soon . . . Fall From Grace by Jill Shalvis Librarian Janie Mills has never hit a man before, but when the lights go out and the town''s leading citizen--now missing for two days--points a gun at her, she doesn''t think twice about slugging him. Only when the electricity comes back, she finds an entirely different man on at her feet--P.I. Ryan Peterson. Pretty soon this is one case he''s definitely on top of. . . .

Hazard, Wyoming, is a quiet mountain town where there''s snow on the ground from October until June, the wind blows all the time, and nothing much ever happens. But that''s all about to change. Because, just when the wind suddenly stops, a killer comes to Hazard -- a hunter as deadly and primal as evil itself. When Sheriff Will Bridger sees the murdered teenage girl, it''s the worst scene he''s ever witnessed. But there''s worse to come. Much, much worse. While the nights grow longer and the winter snow gets deeper, the violence intensifies. As does the blazing passion between Will and late-night radio host Faith Prescott. Harboring secrets as potentially dangerous as his own, Faith knows all too well the dark side of the human heart. She can help Will. If he''ll only let her. It won''t be easy, though. The man who was once the boy raised by wolves is no ordinary serial killer. Fortunately, Will Bridger is no ordinary cop.

A new hope Caine O''Halloran had been a hero. A husband. A father. Now he was none of those things. His career as a baseball pitcher—all but over. His marriage to Nora Anderson—history. The son he loved—gone. And now, as he returns to his hometown to regroup, he finds instead that every familiar corner, every familiar face is a reminder of what he has lost. Except for Nora. Because with her he has a second chance. A chance at forgiveness, redemption and hope. But after all the golden opportunities Caine has squandered in his life, can he believe he deserves another chance? Bonus book included in this volume! Hard Choices by USA TODAY bestselling author Allison Leigh When the daughter she''d given up appears on her doorstep, Annie Hess knows it''s time to reconcile her past—with her daughter, and the one man she can''t forget.

From a childhood nurtured by unconditional family love to her stunning triumph as one of Hollywood’s leading fashion designers, Alexandra Lyons has always been spirited and independent. But everything she believes about herself is thrown into question when she meets Eleanor Lord. The powerful matriarch is convinced that Alexandra is Anna Lord, her long-lost granddaughter and heir to a family dynasty. Has Alexandra’s life been a lie? Is she really Anna Lord—or the victim of an even darker hoax? The truth lies buried in the past, in a dark explosion of jealousy, betrayal and murder, and remains as deadly now as it was nearly thirty years ago.

After moving her troubled teenage son, Matt, to Shelter Bay, Claire Templeton becomes tempted by his basketball coach and physics teacher Dillon Slater, an ex-military man.

Tis the season to fall in love in four quaint small towns.

Chelsea Cassidy is the official biographer of Roxanne Scarbrough, Georgia''s recognized queen of social graces. While examining her subject''s life, Chelsea realizes that not everyone is fond of Roxanne, and that an unknown enemy may go as far as murder. When she begins to unearth the dark, hidden secrets that Roxanne has been keeping, her investigation leads her into the arms of Cash Beaudine. Suddenly Chelsea''s inquiries take on a very personal nature––with potentially fatal consequences.

Whiskey River sheriff Trace Callahan finds his investigation into the high-profile murder of a charismatic senator''s wife complicated when the victim''s sister, Mariah Swan, insists on being fully involved.