The last present he expected – a nearly two-year-old son! Deke Malone never gave a thought to having kids – until the day Zack came into his life. Now he can’t imagine not being a dad. It’s not easy, but it’s the best thing he’s ever done. It’s the hardest, too, because it takes him back to Montana for the holidays – to give his son a family and make peace with his own father if he can. He never expects to run into widow Erin Jones. Once upon a time, when they were barely more than kids, Erin was madly in love with Deke – while he thought she was his best friend. A lot has changed in fifteen years. Erin’s a widow now, with a young family of her own and a wealth of loving memories behind her. Could she really be so lucky the second time around? Deke thinks it’s their first real chance. Besides, it’s Christmas. And isn’t that the season of miracles . . . and love?

New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne’s classic Christmas romance bring together a grumpy cowboy and the widowed single mom trying to spin some holiday magic for her kids! Christmas is tough for widow Jenna Wheeler and her four children. But even though she’d sold part of her family’s land to make ends meet, she’s determined to spin the holiday into the stuff of magic—no matter what it takes. Now if she could only find a job…. Maybe her new landlord could oblige—gorgeous, child-averse Carson McRaven. He needs a chef, and he knows the lovely Jenna could do a bang-up job—if only she could keep her brood out of his hair. But as he finds himself catapulted into the cheerful chaos of her family…not to mention Jenna’s arms…he’s learning more about the spirit of Christmas than he’d ever dreamed possible. Originally published in 2008

New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown's cowboy romance that features: Opposites attract Families in a long-standing feud And a truly happy, Texas Christmas miracle Opposites may attract...The Brennans and the Gallaghers put aside their one-hundred-year feud every Tuesday for a weekly poker game. This week, the stakes are sky-high. Goaded to recklessness, Declan Brennan bets one thousand dollars that he can woo the next woman to walk into the saloon. A minute later, fiery-haired Betsy Gallagher pushes through the doors. If Declan can tame this wild Gallagher, he'll have earned every penny. If they don't kill each other first...Betsy can outshoot anybody in Burnt Boot and loves ranching more than anything—until she falls for Declan. He's fallen for her too. But when she discovers what sparked their courtship, Declan will need a Christmas miracle to save his hide—and his heart. Praise for The Trouble with Texas Cowboys: "Humorous, heartwarming, and full of sass and spunk."—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars "A delightful romance amid hilarious feuding families...What a treat to be back in Burnt Boot!"—Fresh Fiction "Captivating...filled with love and laughter!"—The Romance Reviews

Enjoy these three heartwarming Cowboys of Cold Creek holiday romances by New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne, together for the first time! The Cowboy’s Christmas Miracle Christmas is tough for widow Jenna Wheeler and her four children. But even though she’d sold part of her family’s land to make ends meet, she’s determined to spin the holiday into the stuff of magic—no matter what it takes. Now if she could only find a job…. Maybe her new landlord could oblige—gorgeous, child-averse Carson McRaven. He needs a chef, and he knows the lovely Jenna can do a bang-up job—if only she could keep her brood out of his hair. But as he finds himself catapulted into the cheerful chaos of her family…not to mention Jenna’s arms… he’s learning more about the spirit of Christmas than he’d ever dreamed existed. A Cold Creek Holiday All Emery Kendall wanted was to flee painful memories of Christmases past. She craved distraction and healing, and the mountains of Idaho offered both…plus the key to a long-buried family secret. But when she meets her host, rancher Nate Cavazos, she hardly gets a warm welcome…. The former army ranger’s smoldering good looks mask deep emotional scars. And now his hands are full as guardian of two orphaned nieces. That’s all the involvement he could handle right now. Still, Nate can’t ignore his fierce attraction to Emery or his nieces’ instant attachment to her—until Emery’s secret shatters their happiness. Would it be a lonely Christmas for four lost souls? Or the best family holiday ever? Christmas in Cold Creek She claimed to be a waitress and a single mother, but Rebecca Parsons doesn’t look like any hash-slinger Pine Gulch Police Chief Trace Bowman has ever seen. And she doesn’t seem particularly maternal toward her little girl, either. Still, one look in her vulnerable green eyes and his protective instincts go into overdrive. Attention from local law enforcement is the last thing Becca needs. She’ll do anything to protect her little sister Gabi from their con-artist mother, even lie about their identities. When Trace shows up at their house carrying a Christmas tree and stirring desires she can’t afford to indulge, she longs to surrender to the magic of the season with him. But Becca’s past is catching up—fast. Can her sexy police chief perform a Christmas miracle?

“RaeAnne Thayne is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors… Once you start reading, you aren’t going to be able to stop.” —Fresh Fiction "RaeAnne has a knack for capturing those emotions that come from the heart." —RT Book Reviews Keep a song in your heart this holiday season… When Beckett McKinley’s twin boys need help preparing a Christmas song for their father, music teacher Ella Baker agrees on one condition: they teach her to ride a horse. Her decision certainly has nothing to do with the crush she has on sexy single dad Beck… It isn’t disinterest spurring Beck to keep his distance—if anything, the spark is too strong, with Ella reminding him of his ex-wife. But with the holidays approaching, Beck and Ella will have to overcome past hurts if they want to keep each other warm this Christmas… Also included, a Cowboys of Cold Creek favorite—The Cowboy’s Christmas Miracle! Jenna Wheeler’s Christmas is not looking very merry and bright, until her gorgeous new landlord, Carson McRaven, helps her find the Christmas spirit where she least expects it—in his arms. Don’t miss other heartfelt stories from the fan-favorite The Cowboys of Cold Creek mini-series! The Holiday Gift A Cold Creek Christmas Story The Christmas Ranch

TO LOVE, HONOR…AND MULTIPLY! Becoming a husband and family man in the middle of a raging land feud wasn't the destiny Galen Callahan saw for himself. But once he laid eyes on Rose Carstairs, he knew the bouncy blonde with the warrior heart was his future. Now, with Rancho Diablo under siege, the eldest Callahan sibling will do whatever it takes to protect his new wife and triplets. Except Rose refuses to be protected! No husband of hers can stop her from fighting by his side while keeping their newborn sons out of the line of fire. With Callahan lives and legacy on the line, Galen has a new mission: to vanquish a dangerous enemy and bring his family together in time for Christmas!

A small town cowboy looking for love, his best friend’s little sister who moved back home, and a secret crush that has been going on for ages. Tillie Johnson has always loved being at her grandparents’ Christmas Tree Ranch. After floundering through college, she accepts a teaching offer that brings her home. Facing the disappointment from her parents that she isn’t going to med school, she struggles to find herself, though she can’t help getting distracted by her long-time crush. Unfortunately, the handsome cowboy is also her big brother’s best friend who she believes only sees her as a bossy little sister. As the holidays roll around Tillie has to decide if she wants to take on a permanent teaching position. She keeps looking for a reason to stay in Christmas Tree Hill, her eyes continuously straying to Logan. Will this be the year she finally receives her long awaited Christmas wish? Logan Cooper has always known he would stay in Christmas Tree Hill, it’s where he belongs. As his dad starts talking about selling the feed store, he realizes he has to step up and show him that can handle the responsibility. He hopes to have it all figured out before Tillie returns home to give her a reason to stay. When she graduates early, he knows he needs to speed up his plans. Fessing up to share his feelings with Tillie will take more courage than any of his bull rides ever did. The thought of telling her family, including his best friend, is even worse. He knows the Johnsons think no one is good enough for the one daughter they have left, especially not a small town nobody like him. They know him as Tanner’s wild best friend, so how can he convince them his feelings are genuine? To find their place in this world, Tillie and Logan have to allow all possibilities a chance, even if it means testing the boundaries of friendship. Will they be brave enough to reveal the truth this Christmas? The Cowboy’s Secret Christmas is a clean and wholesome romance by the author of Unforgettable Cowboys, Faithful Cowboys, and Hope Lake. Read this heart-warming holiday romance now!

Opposites attract just in time for the holidays in this brand new novella from beloved, bestselling author Carolyn Brown. From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Carolyn Brown comes a brand new, sexy holiday romance. Legend has it the Honky Tonk bar in tiny Mingus, Texas, is charmed and its owners will find true love. But when new owners Cameron Walsh and JJ Jenks meet the week before Christmas and discover the deal includes sharing an efficiency in the back of the bar, they're not sure it's going to be the down-home Christmas they dreamed of... "Immensely enjoyable...come along for the fun."—Fresh Fiction for My Give A Damn's Busted

A Heart-Broken Cowboy, His Reunited Love, and the Secret Baby Who Seals the Deal Joy has a secret, one she promised never to reveal, but when her best friend passes away, she finds herself back home at Christmas Tree Ranch facing her greatest challenge yet: Her best friend’s brother, the love of her life and the one who broke her heart. Tanner is devastated when he hears about his estranged twin sister’s death and when that brings the woman who holds his heart captive home, he’s ready to make the commitment and keep her home for good. Except she returns with three year old Caden who looks exactly like him. Joy knows Tanner no longer wants her, he had made that very clear four years before, but as they spend time together helping Caden heal, she finds herself hoping their love might be reunited. Caden instantly works his way into Tanner’s heart, as does Joy, but her lies that Caden isn’t his keeps him from making the commitment he longs to make. Their love rekindles but they will have to remain steadfast in order to withstand the onslaught of the past. Will the truth push them apart forever or will it set them free and lead to happily-ever-after? The Cowboy’s Reunited Christmas is a clean and wholesome romance by the author of Unforgettable Cowboys, Faithful Cowboys, and Hope Lake. Read this heart-warming holiday romance now!

Fall in love this holiday season with this heartwarming story about finding romance, the magic of Christmas, and the importance of family... Children's bookstore owner Addie Mayberry believes in the magic of Christmas. Or at least, she used to. So when a young customer needs some seasonal optimism, Addie sets out to give the vulnerable, heartbroken little girl the best Christmas ever. Which means helping the hottest man in Shadow Creek, Bella's surgeon father, find his holiday spirit. Addie's up to the challenge, but between tree decorating and late night talks, she realizes she's starting to fall hard for the one man she definitely shouldn't. Drew Barrett drastically changed his fast-paced life when he moved back to Shadow Creek, but it was all worth it to give his daughter a better life. He wasn't exactly winning dad-of-the-year awards before, so he's determined to make it up to Bella. And with Addie's help, he's slowly repairing his relationship with his daughter. The last thing he wants is to fall in love, since that road only leads to pain, but he can't stop thinking about Addie. Not only is she gorgeous, sweet, and great with Bella, she fills something in him he never knew was missing. But Addie wants forever, which is more than Drew can offer... Each book in the Shadow Creek, Montana series is STANDALONE: * Christmas with the Sheriff * The Baby Bombshell * The Doctor's Redemption * Baby on the Bad Boy’s Doorstep * The Firefighter's Pretend Fiance * A Christmas Miracle for the Doctor