A baby on her terms The McKettrick Way by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Linda Lael Miller Meg McKettrick longs for a baby—husband optional. Perfect father material is gorgeous Brad O’Ballivan, an old flame and the new owner of his family’s ranch in Stone Creek. But Meg—as strong, proud and stubborn as her ancestors from Indian Rock’s Triple M ranch—wants to do things her way…the McKettrick way. And Brad feels just as strongly about the O’Ballivan way! FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! A Baby and a Betrothal by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Michelle Major As proud as Katie Garrity is of her bakery, she’s ready to be more than just The Cupcake Lady. She wants to be Mrs. and Mommy, too. But in the small mountain town of Crimson, there aren’t many candidates for a dad—until the one who got away returns. Forest ranger Noah Crawford can’t commit to forever, though. But after one explosive night, it just may be too late… #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Linda Lael Miller

She wanted his baby…and he wanted her. Don’t miss this beloved classic from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller. Meg McKettrick longs for a baby—husband optional. Perfect father material is gorgeous Brad O’Ballivan, old flame and new owner of his family’s ranch in Stone Creek. But Meg—as strong, proud and stubborn as her ancestors on Indian Rock’s Triple M ranch—wants to do things her way…the McKettrick way. And Brad feels just as strongly about the O’Ballivan way… Love, marriage, babies and a lifetime to share—that’s what Brad wants. Not a single night of pasion, an unexpected pregnancy and a woman who won’t budge. For a rugged rodeo cowboy who never gives up, it’s a battle of wills he intends to win…and nothing matters more than claiming Meg’s wild McKettrick heart. Originally published in 2007

THE PRIDE OF THE McKETTRICKS Some things just feel like home. For Meg McKettrick that’s the Circle M ranch in Indian Rock, Arizona…and Brad O’Ballivan. She loved the quiet rodeo cowboy once, and she never quite managed to stop, even when he left for bigger and better things. Now they’ve both returned home and neither can resist picking up where they left off. But what if claiming one home means losing the other? Brad wants it all from Meg—love, marriage, babies, a lifetime of memories at his ranch in Stone Creek. Only she’s as stubborn as any of her McKettrick ancestors. She refuses to give up her name or the ranch—it’s the McKettrick way. And so begins a battle of wills Brad intends to win…the O’Ballivan way. BONUS BOOK INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Mountain Sheriff by New York Times bestselling author B.J. Daniels Being a small-town mountain sheriff, Mitch Tanner has enough to worry about without adding the pretty Charity Jenkins to the list. But Charity is in trouble, and only Mitch can help her…

New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling sensation Linda Lael Miller returns with these classic McKettrick tales in one great collection! Sierra's Homecoming When she moved to her family's ancestral ranch, single mom Sierra McKettrick was disconcerted by the Triple M's handsome caretaker, Travis Reid. But when her son claimed to see a mysterious boy in the house, and an heirloom teapot started popping up in unexpected places, Sierra wondered if the attraction between her and Travis might be the least of her worries. In 1919 widowed Hannah McKettrick lived at the ranch with her son and her brother-in-law, Doss. Her confused feelings for Doss and her son's health problems occupied all her thoughts…until the family teapot started disappearing. Could Sierra and her ancestor Hannah be living parallel lives? The McKettrick Way Meg McKettrick longs for a baby—husband optional. Perfect father material is gorgeous Brad O'Ballivan, old flame and new owner of his family's ranch in Stone Creek. Meg wants to do things her way…the McKettrick way. But Brad feels just as strongly about the O'Ballivan way…. Love, marriage, babies and a lifetime to share—that's what Brad wants. Not a single night of passion, an unexpected pregnancy and a woman who won't budge. For a rugged rodeo cowboy who never gives up, it's a battle of wills he intends to win…and nothing matters more than claiming Meg's wild McKettrick heart.

A comprehensive guide that defines the literature and the outlines the best-selling genre of all time: romance fiction. More than 2,000 romances are published annually, making it difficult for fans and the librarians who advise them to keep pace with new titles, emerging authors, and constant evolution of this dynamic genre. Fortunately, romance expert and librarian Kristin Ramsdell provides a definitive guide to this fiction genre that serves as an indispensible resource for those interested in it—including fans searching for reading material—as well as for library staff, scholars, and romance writers themselves. This title updates the last edition of Romance Fiction: A Guide to the Genre, published in 1999.While the emphasis is on newer titles, many of the important older classics are retained, keeping the focus of the book on the entire genre, instead of only those titles published during the last decade. Specific changes include new chapters on linked and continuing romances, a new section on "Chick Lit" in the Contemporary Romance chapter, an expansion of coverage on the alternative reality subset. This is THE romance genre guide to have.

It’s romance in the West with New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller’s McKettrick family series! In this special bargain bundle, read about two generations of McKettrick women as they find passion and happiness with the men they love.... In A McKettrick Christmas, it’s 1896 and Lizzie McKettrick is heading home for Christmas—until an avalanche halts her train and strands her with Dr. Morgan Shane. Working side by side to help the survivors, Lizzie and Morgan’s bond grows stronger. But will they find their way home in time to celebrate a McKettrick family Christmas? A century later, Meg McKettrick longs for a baby—husband optional. Her former flame Brad O’Ballivan wants to give her that child, but wants Meg’s heart and hand in marriage, too! Will Brad win Meg’s love, or will she do things her way in The McKettrick Way?

From a New York Times–bestselling author, a woman finds love while snowbound in the Arizona territory in this western historical romance. Lizzie McKettrick is coming home for Christmas. And Indian Rock’s new schoolteacher has a surprise in store for her family—a special young man, Whitley Carson. He might seem a little too interested in the McKettrick money, but Lizzie’s certain Whitley cares for her deep down. Yet fate has a surprise of its own for Lizzie: Dr. Morgan Shane. When their homebound train is halted by a massive avalanche, injuring and stranding its passengers, the handsome doctor takes charge—with Lizzie by his side. Despite their growing bond, Lizzie and Morgan know time is running out. With another avalanche looming and the train’s food supply dwindling, it’s going to be a bleak Christmas Eve. But with faith, hard work and a little extra help from a most unexpected source, they just might find their way home to celebrate a McKettrick family Christmas after all. . . . “Linda Lael Miller creates vibrant characters and stories I defy you to forget.” —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of The Best is Yet to Come

BESTSELLING AUTHOR COLLECTION Reader-favorite romances in collectible volumes from our bestselling authors. A McKettrick Christmas by #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller Lizzie McKettrick is coming home for Christmas. The schoolteacher has a surprise in store for her family—a special young man, Whitley Carson. He might seem a little too interested in the McKettrick money, but Lizzie’s certain Whitley cares for her deep down. But when her homebound train is halted by a massive avalanche, injuring and stranding its passengers, Lizzie and handsome Dr. Morgan Shane take charge. Even as a bond grows between the strangers, it’s looking like a bleak Christmas Eve. But with faith, hard work and a little extra help from a most unexpected source, they just might find their way home to celebrate a McKettrick family Christmas after all. FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! A Steele for Christmas by New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson After being dumped by her fiancé, Stacy Carlson has no illusions about love…but that doesn’t stop her from harboring hot fantasies about her heartbreaker of a landlord, Eli Steele. How can Stacy resist the sensual seducer who’s decking the halls—and her heart—with a passion she’s never known?

Sometimes it takes a little holiday help to find true love… Don’t miss a single classic story in this collection from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller. Sierra’s Homecoming Sierra McKettrick feels like a fraud. She might be moving to her family’s ancestral ranch with her son, but being a McKettrick by blood wasn’t enough to make her fit in. To make matters worse, from the moment she’d met the Triple M’s ranch hand, he’d gotten under Sierra’s skin. With his rugged body and tender compassion, Travis Reid was a temptation she didn’t need or want. But it might be the one temptation she can’t resist… A McKettrick Christmas Lizzie McKettrick is coming home for Christmas…with a suitor who seems a bit too interested in her family’s money. Yet fate has a surprise of its own for Lizzie: Dr. Morgan Shane. When their homebound train is halted by a massive avalanche, injuring and stranding its passengers, the handsome doctor takes charge—with Lizzie by his side. Despite their growing bond, Lizzie and Morgan know that with another avalanche looming and a dwindling food supply, it’s going to be a bleak Christmas Eve. But with a little extra help from a most unexpected source, they just might find their way home to celebrate a McKettrick family Christmas after all.… A Lawman’s Christmas When the town sheriff suddenly dies, Clay McKettrick steps up while also planning to start a ranch and finally settle down. Problem is, the old sheriff has left behind a family that needs his help. He isn’t interested in uprooting Dara Rose and her children, but he is interested in giving her protection, friendship—and passion. And when they say “I do” to a marriage of convenience, the temporary lawman’s Christmas wish is to make Dara Rose his permanent wife…. Originally published in 2006, 2008, and 2011

#1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller is the queen of western romance—past and present! McKettrick's Choice. It's 1888, and Holt McKettrick races back to Texas—to save both the man who raised him and his old friend, Gabe, sentenced to the gallows after a hasty trial. When he gets there, he meets Lorelei Fellowes, the judge's daughter—and a woman notorious for burning her wedding dress in the town square. Holt has a bride-to-be waiting in Arizona, but maybe the strong-willed Lorelei is the woman he should choose! Sierra's Homecoming. When single mom Sierra McKettrick, a direct descendant of Holt and Lorelei, moves to her family's ancestral ranch in Arizona, she's equally attracted to, and disconcerted by, the Triple M's handsome caretaker, Travis Reid. Then her son claims to see a mysterious boy in the house, and an heirloom teapot keeps popping up... In 1919, widow Hannah McKettrick lived at the ranch with her son and her brother-in-law, Doss. Her confused feelings for Doss occupied her thoughts—until the family teapot started disappearing. Could Sierra and Hannah be living parallel lives? Let Linda Lael Miller take you home to the West you love—the way it was then, and the way it is now!