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In The St. James Affair, Elaine St. James has it all: a thriving career as an elite Manhattan publicist, A-list best friends, and a gorgeous, high-profile boyfriend whom her parents adore. Then the man she loved long ago reappears. Now, seven years later, on another Christmas Eve, they might finally have a second chance at first love. In Cinderfella, Jack Riley must convince Madeleine Langston to keep a youth shelter open. All he needs is some faith, hope, and a well-fitted tuxedo.

Jack Riley has a love-hate relationship with his boss, Madeleine Langston. He has tried avoiding her, even ignoring an invitation to her party. On his way home the night of the party, he saves a man from being mugged. As thanks, the man, a tailor, offers to make him a custom tuxedo, which transforms him into a sophisticated young man. Back at his normal work life, he discovers that the Brooklyn youth center where he volunteers is about to close down, and Madeleine is to blame. Jack is determined to keep the center open. And so he has a plan.

Elaine St. James has it all--a thriving career as an elite Manhattan publicist, A-list best friends, and a gorgeous, high-profile boyfriend whom her parents adore. But when Byron breaks up with her on Christmas Eve, Elaine is faced with having to spend the holidays alone, until the man she loved long ago reappears, much like a ghost from Christmas past. Despite their very different backgrounds, Elaine and Tony may finally have a second chance at first love.

Wren Maxfield hates Creed Cooper, but now she's working with the wealthy rancher over the holidays. Those strong feelings hide undeniable chemistry, and one wild night results in pregnancy. Now Creed vows to claim his heir. That means proposing a marriage in name only. But as desire takes over, is that a deal they can keep?

Danger is everywhere for Oregon's fire crews, but the biggest risk for Luis and Tucker, who are suddenly reunited, might be losing their hearts. Though consumed by a grueling fire season and family responsibilities, the two men discover their bond has never broken. Tentative kisses turn to passionate nights; yet old hurts and new truths could stand in the way of this being the start of forever.

Washington, DC, 1870s. At a glittering White House gala, Abigail Cabot discovers the man of her dreams. Only, he's not interested, yet. Jamie Calhoun's handsome looks and easy charm have made him as popular in the Senate as with the capital's most attractive women. For a man convinced he's incapable of love and a woman who believes she can reach the stars, could this be a match made in heaven?

Determined to escape distractions and avoid the holiday season, Kaylee borrows a cabin in Virgin River. She knows the isolation will help her writing, and as she drives north through the mountains and the majestic redwoods, she immediately feels inspired. Until she arrives at a building that has just gone up in flames. Devastated, she heads to Jack's Bar to plan her next steps. The local watering hole is the heart of the town, and once she crosses the threshold, she's surprised to be embraced by people who are more than willing to help a friend, or a stranger, in need.

A widowed young mother's search for the perfect Christmas for her little boy leads her to Silver Bells, Colorado. There Abby Powell finds a heartwarming small-town community with snow as well as less-than-jolly Ethan Lancaster, a single-minded businessman. But he never counted on the lovely newcomer to town. As Ethan and Abby work together to restore Ethan's historic family mansion in time for Christmas, Ethan's heart begins to open along with his home.

Wynn Beauchene has a thriving business, a great kid, and a mildly embarrassing crush on the guy next door, local cop Garrick McCabe. She's a strong, independent woman who can't help dreaming what-if about a man she barely knows, until he needs her help. Garrick's pregnant daughter will be home for Christmas, and his house needs a woman's touch. Garrick hopes that a small-town Christmas will bring her back to him. But thawing his daughter's frosty attitude will take more than a few twinkle lights. Maybe sharing the holiday with Wynn and her son will remind her of the joy of family.

This Christmas, cowgirl Rose Daniels is determined to play match-maker to ensure her beloved sister will meet someone under the mistletoe. She enlists the reluctant help of family friend Logan Heath. But his insistence that she doesn't understand chemistry is exasperating. Then they share one electrifying moment that shows her exactly what chemistry is all about, and it becomes irresistibly intriguing.