Author: Darci Balogh
Publisher: Knowhere Media
ISBN: 1943990344
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Haunted by mistakes in her past, can a dash of Christmas magic and a sprinkle of love allow her dreams to shine brighter than ever? Bella Velez is positively jingling with excitement. After a dramatic exit from her cable cooking show Bella is determined to finally make her dream come true – opening her own high end restaurant in New York City. It's a vision she's carried with her since she was a little girl, and it's now tantalizingly close to becoming reality – just in time for Christmas. But life has a funny way of complicating Bella’s path to success. So, of course, there's a hitch. Next door to her soon-to-be restaurant, the previous cozy coffee shop has been replaced by a gaudy barbecue joint. The owner, Mason Povich, is charming, but his culinary offerings are far from what Bella envisions for her elegant establishment. To make matters worse, Mason is distractingly handsome. When Mason's sandwich shop threatens to overshadow Bella's grand opening, and her attraction to him causes her to make a major blunder, Bella is torn. Can she afford to let Mason into her carefully constructed world, especially with the fate of her beloved restaurant hanging in the balance? Bella’s Christmas Blunder is a heartwarming romantic women’s fiction novel where Bella must navigate a culinary clash of dreams and find out if a little blunder might just lead to the perfect recipe for love. If you like wholesome characters, charming friendships, and the bright lights of New York, you will love Darci Balogh’s delightful Christmas romance. Buy Bella’s Christmas Blunder today and let the sparkle of the season warm your heart!
Bella’s Christmas Blunder
Author: Darci Balogh
Publisher: Knowhere Media
ISBN: 1943990344
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Haunted by mistakes in her past, can a dash of Christmas magic and a sprinkle of love allow her dreams to shine brighter than ever? Bella Velez is positively jingling with excitement. After a dramatic exit from her cable cooking show Bella is determined to finally make her dream come true – opening her own high end restaurant in New York City. It's a vision she's carried with her since she was a little girl, and it's now tantalizingly close to becoming reality – just in time for Christmas. But life has a funny way of complicating Bella’s path to success. So, of course, there's a hitch. Next door to her soon-to-be restaurant, the previous cozy coffee shop has been replaced by a gaudy barbecue joint. The owner, Mason Povich, is charming, but his culinary offerings are far from what Bella envisions for her elegant establishment. To make matters worse, Mason is distractingly handsome. When Mason's sandwich shop threatens to overshadow Bella's grand opening, and her attraction to him causes her to make a major blunder, Bella is torn. Can she afford to let Mason into her carefully constructed world, especially with the fate of her beloved restaurant hanging in the balance? Bella’s Christmas Blunder is a heartwarming romantic women’s fiction novel where Bella must navigate a culinary clash of dreams and find out if a little blunder might just lead to the perfect recipe for love. If you like wholesome characters, charming friendships, and the bright lights of New York, you will love Darci Balogh’s delightful Christmas romance. Buy Bella’s Christmas Blunder today and let the sparkle of the season warm your heart!
Publisher: Knowhere Media
ISBN: 1943990344
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Haunted by mistakes in her past, can a dash of Christmas magic and a sprinkle of love allow her dreams to shine brighter than ever? Bella Velez is positively jingling with excitement. After a dramatic exit from her cable cooking show Bella is determined to finally make her dream come true – opening her own high end restaurant in New York City. It's a vision she's carried with her since she was a little girl, and it's now tantalizingly close to becoming reality – just in time for Christmas. But life has a funny way of complicating Bella’s path to success. So, of course, there's a hitch. Next door to her soon-to-be restaurant, the previous cozy coffee shop has been replaced by a gaudy barbecue joint. The owner, Mason Povich, is charming, but his culinary offerings are far from what Bella envisions for her elegant establishment. To make matters worse, Mason is distractingly handsome. When Mason's sandwich shop threatens to overshadow Bella's grand opening, and her attraction to him causes her to make a major blunder, Bella is torn. Can she afford to let Mason into her carefully constructed world, especially with the fate of her beloved restaurant hanging in the balance? Bella’s Christmas Blunder is a heartwarming romantic women’s fiction novel where Bella must navigate a culinary clash of dreams and find out if a little blunder might just lead to the perfect recipe for love. If you like wholesome characters, charming friendships, and the bright lights of New York, you will love Darci Balogh’s delightful Christmas romance. Buy Bella’s Christmas Blunder today and let the sparkle of the season warm your heart!
Bella's Christmas Bake Off
Author: Sue Watson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781910751619
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Two best friends. One big lie. The best bake off EVER. Bella Bradley is the queen of television baking - a national treasure. Her Christmas specials have been topping the ratings for years and her marriage to Peter 'Silver Fox' Bradley is the stuff of Hello magazine specials. But this year things are going to be different. For Amy Lane, Bella's best friend from school, life hasn't held quite the same sparkle. And when Amy's husband walks out three weeks from Christmas, it seems their lives are further apart than ever. Amy has watched Bella's rise to fame fondly, despite the fact Bella was always a terrible cook. But when she realises that Bella's latest Christmas book is made up entirely of Amy's mother's recipes, the gloves are off... After winning a competition to appear on Bella's TV show, Amy is going to make sure that for Bella and her viewers, this will definitely be a Christmas to remember... A hilarious, heart-breaking and feel good read about best friends, baking and the magic of Christmas. What readers are saying about Sue Watson 'Laugh-out-loud funny, this book is exceptionally good.' Chick Lit Club 'I am a HUGE fan of Sue Watson and if you have a rather filthy sense of humour, and like a good giggle, her books don't fail to raise a smile.' Best Crime Books and More 'A talented chick lit author with fresh and unique voice and going on my list of all time faves.' This Chick Reads
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781910751619
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Two best friends. One big lie. The best bake off EVER. Bella Bradley is the queen of television baking - a national treasure. Her Christmas specials have been topping the ratings for years and her marriage to Peter 'Silver Fox' Bradley is the stuff of Hello magazine specials. But this year things are going to be different. For Amy Lane, Bella's best friend from school, life hasn't held quite the same sparkle. And when Amy's husband walks out three weeks from Christmas, it seems their lives are further apart than ever. Amy has watched Bella's rise to fame fondly, despite the fact Bella was always a terrible cook. But when she realises that Bella's latest Christmas book is made up entirely of Amy's mother's recipes, the gloves are off... After winning a competition to appear on Bella's TV show, Amy is going to make sure that for Bella and her viewers, this will definitely be a Christmas to remember... A hilarious, heart-breaking and feel good read about best friends, baking and the magic of Christmas. What readers are saying about Sue Watson 'Laugh-out-loud funny, this book is exceptionally good.' Chick Lit Club 'I am a HUGE fan of Sue Watson and if you have a rather filthy sense of humour, and like a good giggle, her books don't fail to raise a smile.' Best Crime Books and More 'A talented chick lit author with fresh and unique voice and going on my list of all time faves.' This Chick Reads
Charlotte's Christmas Charade
Author: Darci Balogh
Publisher: Knowhere Media
ISBN: 1943990093
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
A delightfully cozy Christmas read! A celebrity chef who cannot cook. A Christmas dinner that has to be perfect. A recipe for love? Or disaster? Charlotte Olsen’s stomach is as tangled as a ball of Christmas lights. The world knows her as the charming celebrity chef with a smile as warm as the holiday season. What they don't know is that Charlotte’s culinary prowess, or lack thereof, is a well-kept secret, one that could bring her soaring career to a screeching halt. Hired as a guest chef at a remote Colorado Inn to impress important investors over the holidays, Charlotte arrives with a blizzard nipping at her heels and a knot of anxiety in her belly. The Crystal Lake Inn exudes rustic charm, and so does the handsome owner, Davis Reed. As a snowstorm rages outside, sparks fly inside the cozy Inn, promising a perfect Christmas snow-in. But what's a snow-in without delicious food? Charlotte's secret is about to catch up with her. Stranded without her assistant chef and tasked with feeding Davis and his all-important guests, Charlotte is in a verifiable tizzy. Can she pull off the Christmas dinner miracle, or will her lack of cooking talent be revealed? Charlotte’s Christmas Charade is a romantic women’s fiction novel that will remind you of the magic of the season. If you like heartwarming romance, Christmas in the snowy mountains, and the joy of cooking for the holidays, you will adore Darci Balogh’s sweet and uplifting tale. Buy Charlotte’s Christmas Charade today and enjoy a delightfully cozy Christmas read!
Publisher: Knowhere Media
ISBN: 1943990093
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
A delightfully cozy Christmas read! A celebrity chef who cannot cook. A Christmas dinner that has to be perfect. A recipe for love? Or disaster? Charlotte Olsen’s stomach is as tangled as a ball of Christmas lights. The world knows her as the charming celebrity chef with a smile as warm as the holiday season. What they don't know is that Charlotte’s culinary prowess, or lack thereof, is a well-kept secret, one that could bring her soaring career to a screeching halt. Hired as a guest chef at a remote Colorado Inn to impress important investors over the holidays, Charlotte arrives with a blizzard nipping at her heels and a knot of anxiety in her belly. The Crystal Lake Inn exudes rustic charm, and so does the handsome owner, Davis Reed. As a snowstorm rages outside, sparks fly inside the cozy Inn, promising a perfect Christmas snow-in. But what's a snow-in without delicious food? Charlotte's secret is about to catch up with her. Stranded without her assistant chef and tasked with feeding Davis and his all-important guests, Charlotte is in a verifiable tizzy. Can she pull off the Christmas dinner miracle, or will her lack of cooking talent be revealed? Charlotte’s Christmas Charade is a romantic women’s fiction novel that will remind you of the magic of the season. If you like heartwarming romance, Christmas in the snowy mountains, and the joy of cooking for the holidays, you will adore Darci Balogh’s sweet and uplifting tale. Buy Charlotte’s Christmas Charade today and enjoy a delightfully cozy Christmas read!
One Family Christmas
Author: Bella Osborne
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008331359
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 391
Book Description
A big family. A whole lot of secrets. A Christmas to remember...
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008331359
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 391
Book Description
A big family. A whole lot of secrets. A Christmas to remember...
Christmas Gifts at the Beach Cafe
Author: Lucy Diamond
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1447273648
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
With her Cornish Beach Café closed for the winter, Evie Flynn should be looking forward to lazy days and a happy Christmas, with nothing more pressing to think about than when to have her next mince pie. But her sister Ruth is coming to stay, in a cloud of heartbreak and bitterness following her marriage breakdown, along with her three unhappy children, and Evie knows she'll have her work cut out, trying to spread some festive cheer. Then her boyfriend Ed breaks the news that he's going to spend Christmas in London, for family reasons, and her heart sinks even further. Add in to the mix a lost dog plus the hotly contested village Christmas bake-off and before long, Evie is feeling the strain. But there are still a few surprises in store for her, that look set to make this Beach Café Christmas the most memorable one yet . . . An enchantingly festive short story, Christmas Gifts at the Beach Cafe is a perfect Christmas read from Lucy Diamond.
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1447273648
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
With her Cornish Beach Café closed for the winter, Evie Flynn should be looking forward to lazy days and a happy Christmas, with nothing more pressing to think about than when to have her next mince pie. But her sister Ruth is coming to stay, in a cloud of heartbreak and bitterness following her marriage breakdown, along with her three unhappy children, and Evie knows she'll have her work cut out, trying to spread some festive cheer. Then her boyfriend Ed breaks the news that he's going to spend Christmas in London, for family reasons, and her heart sinks even further. Add in to the mix a lost dog plus the hotly contested village Christmas bake-off and before long, Evie is feeling the strain. But there are still a few surprises in store for her, that look set to make this Beach Café Christmas the most memorable one yet . . . An enchantingly festive short story, Christmas Gifts at the Beach Cafe is a perfect Christmas read from Lucy Diamond.
Christmas with the Rancher
Author: Mary Leo
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460344049
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
THE GIFT OF CHRISTMAS In the fifteen years she's been gone, real estate mogul Bella Biondi forgot how sexy Travis Granger could be. And she can't afford to remember! She's back in Briggs to sell her dad's inn, that's all. No more tears or heartache, no reminiscing, definitely no kissing. Travis has other ideas. He's sure he can crack the hard shell tough-minded Bella's built around herself. A sleigh ride, a snowball fight, some carols, and the real Bella will emerge. Not this Scrooge who's out to dismantle a cherished part of the town's history at all costs, but his childhood sweetheart. The cowgirl. The ice-skater. The girl who loves the holidays in ranch country even more than he does… Can Travis bring Bella back in time to save Christmas?
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460344049
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
THE GIFT OF CHRISTMAS In the fifteen years she's been gone, real estate mogul Bella Biondi forgot how sexy Travis Granger could be. And she can't afford to remember! She's back in Briggs to sell her dad's inn, that's all. No more tears or heartache, no reminiscing, definitely no kissing. Travis has other ideas. He's sure he can crack the hard shell tough-minded Bella's built around herself. A sleigh ride, a snowball fight, some carols, and the real Bella will emerge. Not this Scrooge who's out to dismantle a cherished part of the town's history at all costs, but his childhood sweetheart. The cowgirl. The ice-skater. The girl who loves the holidays in ranch country even more than he does… Can Travis bring Bella back in time to save Christmas?
Christmas Joy
Author: Nancy Naigle
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250106079
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
NOW A HALLMARK ORIGINAL MOVIE STARRING DANIELLE PANABAKER AND MATT LONG! From USA Today bestselling author Nancy Naigle, Christmas Joy is a heartwarming Christmas story about family, friendship and finding love in unexpected places. Joy Holbrook might be all work and no play, but that changes when her Aunt Ruby takes a fall that lands her in a rehabilitation center before the holidays. Joy takes a leave of absence from her job as a market researcher to run the family farm, even though the timing may hinder her chance at garnering the promotion of her dreams. Ben Andrews isn’t your average accountant. He also happens to be the handiest man in Crystal Falls. He’s helped his elderly neighbor, Ruby Johnson, decorate for the annual Christmas Home Tour—and win—the last several years. He’s not about to let some drop-in niece break their winning streak. Ruby seems overly concerned about Joy being able to handle Molly. Under the impression she’s referring Molly the bunny that is one of the menagerie of animals, Joy’s not worried at all until the next morning when a little girl named Molly shows up. For the sake of her aunt, Joy is forced to partner with Ben while Ruby is on the mend to help with preparation for the Christmas tour and, in the process finds her career-focused heart dreaming of a family. Will the magic of Christmas help her to open her heart and find her everlasting joy?
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250106079
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
NOW A HALLMARK ORIGINAL MOVIE STARRING DANIELLE PANABAKER AND MATT LONG! From USA Today bestselling author Nancy Naigle, Christmas Joy is a heartwarming Christmas story about family, friendship and finding love in unexpected places. Joy Holbrook might be all work and no play, but that changes when her Aunt Ruby takes a fall that lands her in a rehabilitation center before the holidays. Joy takes a leave of absence from her job as a market researcher to run the family farm, even though the timing may hinder her chance at garnering the promotion of her dreams. Ben Andrews isn’t your average accountant. He also happens to be the handiest man in Crystal Falls. He’s helped his elderly neighbor, Ruby Johnson, decorate for the annual Christmas Home Tour—and win—the last several years. He’s not about to let some drop-in niece break their winning streak. Ruby seems overly concerned about Joy being able to handle Molly. Under the impression she’s referring Molly the bunny that is one of the menagerie of animals, Joy’s not worried at all until the next morning when a little girl named Molly shows up. For the sake of her aunt, Joy is forced to partner with Ben while Ruby is on the mend to help with preparation for the Christmas tour and, in the process finds her career-focused heart dreaming of a family. Will the magic of Christmas help her to open her heart and find her everlasting joy?
The Christmas Wager
Author: Holly Cassidy
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0735246483
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
From a bestselling Canadian author comes a delightful enemies-to-lovers holiday rom-com set in the quaint town of Maple Falls, about a city girl and a small-town boy who compete in the town’s annual holiday games in order to win the right price for a Christmas shop, perfect for fans of The Hating Game and One Day in December. One rivalry. Eight days until Christmas. Let the holiday games begin. When LA-based real estate developer Bella Ross arrives in the sleepy, mountain town of Maple Falls, she has one mission: to acquire the local failing Christmas shop, Always Noelle, securing the promotion of her dreams. Nothing can get in her way. Except the shop owner’s stubborn grandson, Jesse Harrison. Both refuse to budge, until an unlikely wager is struck: Bella and Jesse will compete in the Maple Falls Holiday Games, an annual tradition of eccentric feats of strength and skills. Winner decides the selling price. They’ll give each other a run for their money, but as the competition heats up, Bella and Jesse’s icy feelings toward each other begin to thaw. It’ll take a Christmas miracle for them to admit there’s a spark, but what if it’s just another game?
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0735246483
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
From a bestselling Canadian author comes a delightful enemies-to-lovers holiday rom-com set in the quaint town of Maple Falls, about a city girl and a small-town boy who compete in the town’s annual holiday games in order to win the right price for a Christmas shop, perfect for fans of The Hating Game and One Day in December. One rivalry. Eight days until Christmas. Let the holiday games begin. When LA-based real estate developer Bella Ross arrives in the sleepy, mountain town of Maple Falls, she has one mission: to acquire the local failing Christmas shop, Always Noelle, securing the promotion of her dreams. Nothing can get in her way. Except the shop owner’s stubborn grandson, Jesse Harrison. Both refuse to budge, until an unlikely wager is struck: Bella and Jesse will compete in the Maple Falls Holiday Games, an annual tradition of eccentric feats of strength and skills. Winner decides the selling price. They’ll give each other a run for their money, but as the competition heats up, Bella and Jesse’s icy feelings toward each other begin to thaw. It’ll take a Christmas miracle for them to admit there’s a spark, but what if it’s just another game?
Bella
Author: Annabel Langbein
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 1761060260
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Bursting with tender and funny anecdotes and gorgeous recipes, Bella is Annabel Langbein's must-read memoir. For the first time, Annabel Langbein, New Zealand's most popular cookbook author, writes about her remarkable life and how food has shaped it, highlighting some of the recipes that have resonated most strongly with her over the years. From her childhood fascination with cooking to a teenage flirtation as a Maoist hippie, to possum trapping and living off the land as a hunter and forager, to travelling and starting her own croissant business in Brazil, Annabel's life has always been centred on food and nature. Out of this came an obsession with creating cookbooks, introducing a generation of cooks to her simple recipes for delicious, stylish meals. Annabel has lived a huge and varied life, and she writes vividly about her many adventures. From throughout this rich life in food she has chosen 60 key recipes, created with her signature style and flair that make cooking easy for everyone, sharing them in this beautifully photographed book.
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 1761060260
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Bursting with tender and funny anecdotes and gorgeous recipes, Bella is Annabel Langbein's must-read memoir. For the first time, Annabel Langbein, New Zealand's most popular cookbook author, writes about her remarkable life and how food has shaped it, highlighting some of the recipes that have resonated most strongly with her over the years. From her childhood fascination with cooking to a teenage flirtation as a Maoist hippie, to possum trapping and living off the land as a hunter and forager, to travelling and starting her own croissant business in Brazil, Annabel's life has always been centred on food and nature. Out of this came an obsession with creating cookbooks, introducing a generation of cooks to her simple recipes for delicious, stylish meals. Annabel has lived a huge and varied life, and she writes vividly about her many adventures. From throughout this rich life in food she has chosen 60 key recipes, created with her signature style and flair that make cooking easy for everyone, sharing them in this beautifully photographed book.
A Rogue Cowboy's Christmas Surprise (Hart Ranch Billionaires)
Author: Stephanie Rowe
Publisher: Authenticity Playground Press
ISBN: 1940968976
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
Romance bookstore owner Sofia Navarro never forgot the homeless, handsome stranger who risked his life to save hers so long ago. Billionaire cowboy Keegan Hart, aka rescue dog dad, never forgot Sofia's sass, her spirit, her warmth, or the way she opened the heart of the rebellious loner who had lost everything. Neither of them forgot the intense, passionate love affair that ended too soon. He has tried to find her, but the fake name she gave him made it impossible. And now, seventeen years later, they're about to get brought together again…by a secret that Sofia has kept from him since that day. A secret that will change his life forever. A secret that puts her in great danger. A secret that will no longer be contained. But Christmas is a time for miracles, magic, and mistletoe, and the surprises that can heal hearts that have been broken for a very long time. "This book was such a joy to read. Touching tale, amazing characters, sooo many emotions…I can’t get enough!" Five-star Goodreads Review (Laura C) "Your heart will literally melt as they all navigate the way to their happily ever after." Five-star Goodreads review (DawnieG) "Its a joyful story so well suited to the Christmas season." Five-star Goodreads Review (Jill E.) AUTHOR BIO: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Stephanie Rowe is "contemporary romance at its best" (Bex 'N' Books). She is a Vivian® Award nominee, a winner and a five-time nominee of the RITA® award, the highest awards in romance fiction. With more than fifty published novels, Stephanie has been touching readers' hearts and keeping them spellbound for more than a decade with her contemporary romances, romantic suspense, and paranormal romances.
Publisher: Authenticity Playground Press
ISBN: 1940968976
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 231
Book Description
Romance bookstore owner Sofia Navarro never forgot the homeless, handsome stranger who risked his life to save hers so long ago. Billionaire cowboy Keegan Hart, aka rescue dog dad, never forgot Sofia's sass, her spirit, her warmth, or the way she opened the heart of the rebellious loner who had lost everything. Neither of them forgot the intense, passionate love affair that ended too soon. He has tried to find her, but the fake name she gave him made it impossible. And now, seventeen years later, they're about to get brought together again…by a secret that Sofia has kept from him since that day. A secret that will change his life forever. A secret that puts her in great danger. A secret that will no longer be contained. But Christmas is a time for miracles, magic, and mistletoe, and the surprises that can heal hearts that have been broken for a very long time. "This book was such a joy to read. Touching tale, amazing characters, sooo many emotions…I can’t get enough!" Five-star Goodreads Review (Laura C) "Your heart will literally melt as they all navigate the way to their happily ever after." Five-star Goodreads review (DawnieG) "Its a joyful story so well suited to the Christmas season." Five-star Goodreads Review (Jill E.) AUTHOR BIO: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Stephanie Rowe is "contemporary romance at its best" (Bex 'N' Books). She is a Vivian® Award nominee, a winner and a five-time nominee of the RITA® award, the highest awards in romance fiction. With more than fifty published novels, Stephanie has been touching readers' hearts and keeping them spellbound for more than a decade with her contemporary romances, romantic suspense, and paranormal romances.