Kristine Rolofson ist eine anerkannte Autorin, die für ihre fesselnden Romane gefeiert wird, die regelmäßig auf Bestsellerlisten erscheinen und zahlreiche Auszeichnungen erhalten haben. Ihre produktive Karriere zeugt von großem erzählerischem Können, wobei sie immersive Welten und nachvollziehbare Charaktere erschafft, die ihr Publikum tief berühren. Sie erforscht gekonnt Themen wie Verbundenheit und die Komplexität von Beziehungen und etabliert eine unverwechselbare Stimme in der zeitgenössischen Fiktion. Rolofsons Erzählungen entführen die Leser auf packende Reisen, die sowohl emotional berührend als auch intellektuell anregend sind.
In the mountain wilderness... They have only one chance to make it home Taylor Holt was sure she and her rafting group--single dad Will Morgan and his daughter--could make it down the rapids of the Great Smoky Mountains. But when disaster strikes, Will and Taylor must depend on each other to survive. With Taylor's past still haunting her, can their tentative trust be enough to run a lethal gauntlet of dangers--and survive?
Henry Myles wanted to make sure single mom Jess Whalen left town for good. When his wealthy grandfather asked him to accompany her on on a road trip "for protection," he couldn't resist. But Henry also couldn't resist Jess's honesty, her beauty and her ability to smile in the face of disaster, with her two cranky adorable fatherless children. He had gone along for the ride to get rid of her. But now his home was Jess and the children.
TEXAS MEN MAGAZINE PRESENTS: MAIL ORDER MENBachelor of the Month -- Ben BradleyThis sexy rancher is six foot two, lean and muscular. He loves his land, horses and women — although not necessarily in that order.Ben doesn't want or need a wife, so when his matchmaking mother puts his profile into Texas Men magazine he is not pleased. But when his mother bets him the neighbor's prize bull that she can find the "perfect wife," he undertakes the challenge. After all, dating a score of beautiful women isn't all that much of a hardship.Then Mel Madison arrives. But she's the mysterious, pregnant housekeeper, not a wife candidate. Still, Ben begins to wish that Mel were in the running... Mail Order Men... Satisfaction Guaranteed!
THIS TAKES THE CAKE! Bliss, Montana, might be staging its annual matchmaking festival—but fun-loving cowboy Calder Brown isn't about to be roped in! He'll throw a stag for his best buddy, Owen, who's snagged himself a filly, but that's it! Except the townspeople have other plans…. Lisette Hart bakes cakes for a living—she doesn't jump out of them half-dressed! But the single mom is suddenly needed at the bachelor party to do just that. Calder can't believe his luck that night. Sexy, gorgeous Lisette, clad only in black lace and stockings, is perfect in his arms—and later in his bed. Trouble is, she comes complete with two little girls—and there's no way this bad-boy bachelor is about to become a family man!
Over 80 simple, hearty recipes and 20 insightful essays explore the realities of early motherhood, presented by Chef Christine Flynn and Emma Knight, founder of Greenhouse beverage company. This collection offers delicious recipes for every stage of motherhood, featuring must-try dishes like A Very Good Hamburger, Spicy Noods, and Chocolate Sheet Cake. Prepare ahead with satisfying meals such as White Beans and Greens, Fairy Godmother Minestrone, and Sour Cream Scones, perfect for last-minute guests or your future sleep-deprived self. The book also includes simple DIY projects like Play Dough, a Calming Face Mask, and Beeswax Wraps, helping you keep kids entertained, care for yourself, save money, and reduce waste. Whether you’re newly pregnant or seeking creative ideas to feed a growing family, this guide has you covered. Alongside the recipes, Christine and Emma share emotional support through 20 essays that blend humor and warmth, capturing key moments of motherhood that resonate deeply. They reflect on the challenges and triumphs of parenting, ensuring that no matter the struggles, you’ll find a way through the day. With this resource on your shelf, you’ll feel empowered and supported in your journey.
"This will be a modern take on a traditional way of cooking, which highlights the usefulness and versatility of every day pantry items. The recipes will not be making exclusive use of pantry items, but will be using them as a springboard to creative, confident cooking. Recipe size will range from snacks to sides to entrees and desserts, and will be demarcated as such, with a suggested number of people typically ranging from 4-6. Helpful essays on sourcing, swaps and ingredient deep dives will be included. Vibrant photography, beautiful, dramatic scenes and mouth-watering food styling will make this book stand out, while approachable writing, instructions and ingredient lists will make it tremendously useful to cooks of all skill levels."-- Provided by publisher
Joe Brockett se stará o své osiřelé neteře a synovce, a tak má jako rančer práce nad hlavu. Zvlášť Vánoce by měl nejradši už za sebou. Když se na ranči objeví krásná Sylva se svým dvouměsíčním miminkem a dozvídá se od ní, že přišla na jeho inzerát, ve kterém hledá manželku, je toho na něj už příliš. A to všechno jen kvůli tomu, že se proti němu děti spikly a rozhodly se, že chtějí mít na Vánoce maminku...
Láska ve starém domě - Teta Samantha ještě nemůže opustit tento svět! Před smrtí totiž zapomněla říct své neteři Tomasině, že láska je nejdůležitější věc na světě. Tomasina si to zatím neuvědomuje, protože tu pravou lásku ještě nepoznala. Když se však pohledný policista Brogue rozhodne koupit starý dům, ve kterém straší duchové, Tomasina má pořádnou šanci zjistit, jak je láska nádherná! Vzrušující prázdniny - Jane Plainfieldová stojí pevně na vlastních nohou. Je rozhodnutá od nikoho nic zadarmo nechtít a nikomu nic zadarmo nedat. Ale když v tombole vyhraje luxusní člun a v jejím životě se objeví Peter Johnson, který ji chce učit rybařit, zjistí, že život může být daleko zábavnější, než myslela!
Kate Stewartová si udělá líbánky natruc snoubenci, který jí dal košem! A pojede do Londýna! Tak se rozhodla a netušila, že řízením osudu tady potká Williama Landryho, vévodu z Thornecrestu...
Ve svatební den přistihne Emilie Graysonová svého nastávajícího ve vášnivém objetí. Uteče od oltáře a zamíří na západ, kde se stane hospodyní v domácnosti osamělého rančera a jeho tří malých dcerušek. I když o vedení domácnosti neví téměř nic, musí tu nějaký čas zůstat, než se zapomene na její společenské faux pas. S pohledným a sympatickým rančerem Mattem Thomsonem to ale nemá vůbec nic společného. Prostě ani to nejmenší!
