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Step into Piney Brook, Arkansas, a charming small town nestled just northwest of Bentonville. This close-knit community is rich in tradition and brimming with southern hospitality. Whether it's the annual Christmas Tree Lighting that fills the town square with twinkling lights and cheer, or the summer shenanigans at the lake, Piney Brook knows how to bring people together. In these clean romance reads, you'll discover tales of second chances, where hope flourishes and love is found in unexpected places. With themes of found family and the irresistible charm of small-town life, these stories...

Welcome to the Coffee Loft—where the drinks are sweet, the banter is strong, and love is always on the menu. This heartwarming small-town romcom collection features three interconnected, swoony, and laugh-out-loud love stories set in and around a cozy coffee shop with a whole lot of heart. Perfect for fans of found family, playful banter, and cinnamon roll heroes. In Bean Wishing for a Latte Love, a book-loving barista and a newly appointed guardian form an unexpected partnership that just might turn into something deeper—if they can keep their hearts out of it. In You Mocha Me Crazy, a...

He’s a doctor in over his head. She’s a barista with a big dream. Teaming up could solve both of their problems, but it might just cost them their hearts. When Knox Sullivan suddenly becomes the guardian of his three-year-old nephew, Matthias, his life takes an unexpected turn. Desperate to connect with the toddler and out of his depth, Knox decides to attend the local library's story time. What he doesn’t expect is the unique and blue-haired barista to be running the event. Lacey Chambers enjoys crafting sweet coffee drinks, losing herself in a good book, and volunteering in her ...

She would have waited for him, but he broke her heart, and kept a huge secret. Now he's home, and he wants a second chance. Gabby has been in love with Heath since the summer after graduation. When he left for the Army, she'd been certain theirs was a love that would stand the test of time. She promised to be there for his mom in his absence, and even after he broke her heart and shattered her faith in love, she kept her promise. Heath has loved Gabby for as long as he can remember. When she finds out the rumor that he fathered a baby with someone else on the heels of their breakup, he ...

Love brews where coffee steams and hammers swing. For Aurora, owning a Coffee Loft franchise is proof she’s finally stepped out of her father’s shadow. Adding an early learning play center with her friend Lacey is the perfect next step—or it would be if her dad hadn’t insisted on using his contractor, Bradley, to do the renovations. Bradley’s had a secret crush on Aurora since elementary school, but back then, his idea of flirting ended up getting her teased by the mean girls. Now he’s back in town and determined to win her over, one project at a time—if only she didn’t seem...

A guarded heart. A man who never quits. One sick horse that brings them together. Caleb Miller never expected to end up back in Piney Brook, much less living on the family ranch. But when his best friend opens a new veterinary clinic in town, Caleb jumps at the chance to specialize in large animals and finally build the life he wants. Romance isn’t on his radar—until a panicked phone call leads him straight to Willow Dawson’s horse pasture and a woman who’s as beautiful as she is bristly. Willow doesn’t trust easily. After a string of disappointments, she’s convinced that love ...

She’s a single mom with no time for romance. He’s her brother’s best friend, back in town to escape the chaos of city life. Can a childhood crush grow into forever, or will old fears and loyalties keep them apart? Ashlan Dewitt is busy juggling her roles as assistant manager of the Coffee Loft and single mom to her five-year-old son, Ezra. After her ex walked out before Ezra was born, Ashlan locked her heart away, determined to protect herself and her son. But when Beau Travers, her brother’s ruggedly handsome best friend, moves back to their small town, her resolve begins to waver....

Sometimes, the best love story is the one that’s been right in front of you all along. This book features characters you meet in The Coffee Loft season one novel Bean Wishing for a Latte Love. She’s always been there for him, but he’s been too afraid to take the leap. Now, after years of friendship, Reid wants more. Briella has always loved Reid, but she's carefully hidden her feelings from him. As best friends for eight years, they've shared everything except the truth about how they really feel. After a surprise invitation to a Valentine’s Gala and an unexpected trip to Hawaii, ...

They were always meant to be forever—if one misunderstanding doesn’t tear them apart first. Sam Mathews has never doubted his future. He’s focused, loyal, and certain that Susan Whittle is the love of his life. College is just one step on the path to the forever he’s already planned—with her by his side. Susan feels just as sure… until one overheard conversation makes her question everything. When it sounds like Sam might be ready to explore life without her, her heart shatters in an instant. What follows is a whirlwind of hurt feelings, honest confessions, and a reminder that ...

She’s barely holding it together. He’s given up on love. But one little boy—and a little Christmas magic—might change everything. Preschool teacher Morgan Prescott is stranded, broke, and desperate to protect the one thing that matters most—her son. When she lands in the shop of Brant Anderson, a gruff but kind-hearted mechanic, she doesn’t expect him to care… or to stir feelings she thought were buried forever. Brant has always wanted a family, but life kept getting in the way. Until Morgan and her son walk into his life and show him what he's been missing. Can they overcome ...

A rancher, a housekeeper, and a second chance at love... Harry Miller has worked the family ranch for decades, but with retirement on the horizon, he must face the reality of leaving behind the land he’s loved. However, one discovery shakes him to his core—he’s falling for Margaret, his late best friend’s widow and the ranch's long-time housekeeper. Margaret Davis has found comfort in the quiet life she built after her husband's passing, finding purpose in caring for the ranch she once shared with him. But when Harry reveals his plans to retire, she’s forced to confront her own ...

A rancher, a waitress, and an unexpected bond... Finn Miller has been working tirelessly since his uncle retired, leaving him in charge of Apple Blossom Ranch. However, there's a catch: Finn must get married by his thirtieth birthday, or the ranch will be sold, ending generations of his family's legacy. When he meets Patty, the sweet waitress at the local diner, he's immediately drawn to her—but telling her about his deadline feels like betraying the trust she's slowly learning to give. Patty Walsh moved to Piney Brook to escape an abusive ex-husband, seeking a fresh start in the small ...

A single dad with a locked-down heart. A tutor who swore she'd never fall for her student’s father. One unexpected spark that could change everything. Daniel’s only priority is raising his daughter Elli—no distractions, no second chances at heartbreak. But when Reese walks into their lives, with her bright smile and gentle heart, the walls around his heart begin to crumble. Reese has always played it safe. Until she agrees to tutor a spirited little girl—and falls for the girl’s fiercely protective, quietly broken father. He’s everything she didn’t plan for… and everything ...

He isn’t looking for a relationship. She’s determined to protect her heart. Will attending her sister's wedding open their eyes, or are they bound to be in the friend zone forever? Evan has a nearly perfect life. He’s got a great job, amazing friends, and a close-knit family. What he doesn’t have is someone to share it with. After a traumatic high school relationship ends with a bang, he’s determined to protect his heart. When the adorable girl next door catches his attention, he vows to place her firmly in the friend zone. Karlee’s life plan has just been obliterated. ...

She’s a business owner with no time for games. He’s a relentless flirt with serious commitment issues. When friendly banter turns into something more… everything changes. Anne Masters dreamed of leaving her small town behind, but after college, she returned to take over her aunt’s beloved hair salon. Running a business keeps her busier than expected leaving her little time to search for Mr. Right. Hudson Parks made up his mind long ago: marriage and family aren’t for him. But when he meets Anne at a friend’s birthday party, her sharp wit and caring nature begin to draw him in. ...

Noelle Winters spent ten years building her dream life as a travel photographer. Millions of followers, exotic locations, the career she always wanted. So why does coming home to Firelight Falls, Texas feel less like failure and more like relief? Cole Brennan never left his hometown. As a firefighter, he's exactly where he wants to be—serving his community and helping organize the town's beloved twelve days of Christmas festival. His life is simple, steady, and full. When Noelle's mother volunteers her to photograph all twelve festival events, Cole does what he does best—he helps. Gnome...

She stayed. He left. Now he's back—with a teenage daughter and the same smile that once made her heart race. Annie has built a quiet, sweet life in Firelight Falls, running her small-town bakery and pretending she never waited for Jake to come back. They were best friends once. Almost more. But Jake left after graduation, married someone else, and disappeared into a life that never included her. Now he’s back—widowed, a single dad, and trying to start over in the town he once left behind. Annie’s not sure she’s ready to forgive the past… or fall for him all over again. In a town...

She's fighting to keep her crown. He's fighting to find his place. Together, they'll discover the holidays are about more than winning. Three-time champion Holly Garland runs the coziest bookstore in Piney Brook-and the most award-winning holiday display. So when the new computer guy across the street shows up with his high-tech light show and insufferable grin, Holly knows exactly what she's dealing with: the enemy. Seth Matthews just wanted to fix computers and blend into small-town life. He definitely didn't plan on going to war over Christmas lights with the stubborn, brilliant ...