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If clothes can get a second chance, why can’t we? Brimming with life, love, and the stories bound up in even the most everyday items, The Second Chance Store is a tale of friendship, loss, and dusting yourself off and starting over—a novel filled with humor and a testament to the enduring power and joy of charity shops.City dweller Gwen feels like she’s living a secondhand life. She’s thirty-eight, perpetually single, and in dire need of a dentist’s appointment. Her friends are busy procreating in the country, and conversations with her parents seem to revolve entirely around hedge borders and the trash pickup schedule. Above all she’s lonely. But then, isn’t everyone?Then she’s let go from a job she drifted into a decade ago and never left, and Gwen realizes it’s time to make a change, starting with cleaning out her apartment. In the charity shop where she literally and metaphorically unloads her baggage, she discovers a group of weird and wonderful people devoted to finding a new home for donated items that have lost their use elsewhere. Gwen volunteers there—and finds a new home for herself among her fellow workers while discovering joy in the untold stories of secondhand things.Now it’s time for Gwen to get out of her life in pause, and to find a way to move forward with bravery and humanity—and more regular dental care.

A collection of stories, poems, and songs celebrating the joys of Christmas and the spirit of generosity. Designed for families and young readers, this book is a timeless reminder of the importance of kindness, compassion, and community. This work has been selected as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know.

'The perfect festive read!' DEBBIE JOHNSON<BR> 'Full of festive spirit and intriguing family secrets!' HEIDI SWAIN<BR><BR><BR>Can three sisters stitch their family back together? <BR><BR>Loretta loves running the little village sewing shop in Butterbury. Some of her most precious memories are sitting with her three daughters Daisy, Ginny and Fern, stitching together pieces of material - and their hopes and dreams.<BR><BR> But this Christmas the family is coming apart at the seams: Fern feels like she's failing at motherhood and marriage, Ginny's passion for her job as a midwife is fading, Daisy is desperate to prove she's changed since her wild younger years - and most of all, Loretta seems to be hiding something ...<BR><BR>As they come together to create a new festive quilt, the bond between the sisters begins to heal. But when Loretta reveals the real reason she's brought them all home, can the sisters mend the quilt, and their family, in time for Christmas?<BR><BR>Full of kindness, community and festive magic, this is a treat to curl up with this Christmas! Perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Jenny Colgan and Ali McNamara

Holly, North Carolina-where it's Christmas year-round and miracles can happen. A good thing for the O'Connor family-four local siblings, four sexy stories, four unique journeys to happily ever after. Merry Christmas, Baby Legal guardian for her sister, Nora broke her no-romance rule for Jackson, but when he does something she can't easily forgive, he'll have to prove a second chance, and her heart, are worth the risk. Tease Me, Baby Reluctantly leaving town to fulfill an obligation, Fallon can't let her desire for Brad derail her plans. But the sexy sheriff is determined to prove she's already right where she belongs...in his arms. It's Me Again, Baby When his new real estate agent turns out to be "the one who got away," Maguire knows a second chance with Samantha is within reach...if he can save her from the menace who followed her home. Mistletoe Me, Baby Nolan already wants Miranda, so playing her fake fiancé is no hardship. Convincing her family-and the whole town-is easy. Convincing Miranda, especially after tragedy strikes, proves far harder.

Don't miss the Christmas wedding of the year, in Meet Me Under the Mistletoe, by the bestselling author of The Twelve Dates of Christmas, Jenny Bayliss.<BR><BR>'A warm-hearted romance to cosy up with this Christmas' - Woman's Own<BR><BR>'Jenny Bayliss is the queen of funny, smart romantic comedies' - Freya Sampson, author of The Last Library<BR><BR>A winter wedding of school friends should be the highlight of Nory Noel's festive calendar. But that group has long since drifted apart, and Nory is dreading the lavish, week-long affair. Still, she supposes, being the only single person means she gets a king-size bed in the idyllic castle venue all to herself.<BR><BR>As the champagne flows, the years roll back and soon the air is alive with old sparks and old tensions. Desperate for a moment of peace, Nory escapes and crashes into Isaac, the castle's gardener - and her former school rival.<BR><BR>Nory and Isaac have more in common these days than they could ever have imagined. But as she steals more time away to spend with him, Isaac reveals an astonishing secret about his past. Nory is in a unique position to help right this wrong - but uncovering the truth might mean pushing Isaac away once more . . .<BR><BR>'An uplifting, happily-ever-after gem that epitomises the perfect Christmas read' - Northern Life<BR><BR>Praise for Jenny Bayliss:<BR><BR>'A gorgeous, cosy winter read' - Sophie Cousens, author of Just Haven't Met You Yet<BR><BR>'If you need help getting into the festive spirit, this is the book for you . . . This feelgood read has humour, romance and some gorgeous descriptions of the Christmas traditions of an English village' - Good Housekeeping<BR><BR>'Sparkly and romantic' - My Weekly

*This is the large print edition of All We AreA swoony small town holiday romance from USA Today Bestselling Author J.H. Croix!Two broken heartsOne holiday weekHot single fatherSwoony second chanceHoliday hotnessSmall town shenanigansThe forbidden bad boy. The rich good girl. High school sweethearts.The last person I expect to see when my car breaks down is Joe Martinelli. I broke my own heart when I moved away after high school. Joe is my first and only love, and my father refused to let us see each other.That was all before my father blew our family up and landed in jail for fraud. I meant to escape to Maine for the week before Christmas, except it turns out my brother is holed up at the house with my friend. I have a broken down car and nowhere to go.Of course, it's also snowing so heavily I can only see a few feet in front of me. When Joe offers to let me stay at his place, it seems like the smart plan. It has nothing to do with how hot he is, absolutely nothing to do with how much I missed him, and definitely nothing to do with my latest bad luck in romance.One night turns into two, one kiss turns into three and even more.Joe & Thea's story is perfect for readers who love: swoony second chances, broken hearts mended, small town gossip, emotional romance with a dash of angst, plenty of swoon and all the feels, and a protective hero who'll do anything to win back the only girl he ever loved.*A full-length, standalone romance.

A charming new voice in rom-com! You'll fall head over heels for the members of the Bromance Book Club as they use romance novels to solve their relationship dilemmas!

LARGE PRINT EDITIONBattle weary and sometimes scarred, these war heroes are ripe for love - they just don't know it yet.A Frosty Christmas Kiss is an expanded version of the previously published Miss Isabella Thaws a Frosty Lord; this updated version contains additional chapters and characters.Blind from a young age, a Regency heroine risks her overbearing father's displeasure by attending a holiday house party, never dreaming she'll meet a formidable lord who will discover all her secrets and still want her for his own.A pair of ghostly matchmakers warm two chilly hearts.Dominated by her father's rigid ways since a twist of fate stole her sight, Isabella uses the magic of Christmas to steal away for an adventure of her own when invited to join friends for the holidays. Oh, how she adores Christmastime!How he abhors Christmastime! Hiding his war wounds beneath a frosty exterior, Lord Frostwood lives up to his name, freezing out everyone who tries to get close. Everyone, that is, until a spirited wench falls at his feet and proceeds to warm his cold existence, thanks to some strategically placed mistletoe and their resulting Christmas kisses.A Frosty Christmas Kiss is a sweet and spicy Regency Christmas novel (with hot kisses and one sex scene after marriage). All Regency Christmas Kisses books are HEA standalones and can be read independently. A Snowlit Christmas Kiss takes place chronologically first, and is followed by A Frosty Christmas Kiss and A Moonlit Christmas Kiss, which occur at the same time but in different locations.

Nancy Naigle's A Heartfelt Christmas Promise is a perfect gift to capture the spirit of the season and celebrate the holidays, small-town traditions, and the generosity of love.<BR><BR>Vanessa Larkin was supposed to be spending Christmas in Paris, France on a business trip. Instead, she's been assigned to Fraser Hills, North Carolina-home of the Best Fruitcake in the USA-to convert her company's property into warehouse space and shut down Porter's, the fruitcake factory. <BR><BR> Mike Marshall's family founded Porter's. For decades, the factory served as the lifeblood of the community until his grandfather sold the business to a Chicago corporation. The sale cost the town its independence-and the Marshalls their family ties. A horse farmer, Mike was never involved with his grandfather's company, but news of the factory's closing means losing another piece of the town's legacy. And as a widower raising a teenage daughter, he's suffered enough losses in one lifetime.<BR><BR> Far from the skyscrapers and rapid pace of the city, Vanessa finds herself enjoying the easygoing rhythms of rural living. With Mike as her guide, she learns to appreciate the simple pleasures found in shared holiday festivities among friends. Fraser Hills is a town she is growing to love-and Mike is someone she is falling in love with. Can a Christmas miracle give her newfound friends and home a gift they'll cherish for many New Years to come?

Niamh is at a disappointed juncture when she takes up the offer of a trip to the Ligurian coast, discovering a world of wine, opportunity and friendship.

It's Christmas all year in Mistletoe, Montana, and magic is in the air.Winter Holiday wants nothing more than to have a man sweep her off of her feet but doesn't have time in her busy life to fall in love.Until an attractive stranger with a panty-melting smile walks through the doors of Whiskey Holiday.Tannon Christmas moved to the Christmas-themed tourist town on a new business venture, seeking a fresh start in life. He wasn't looking for love until he kisses his new client.Tis the season!Get ready for a sweet and steamy insta-love romance.

Never fall in love with your best friend's little sister...Contractor and army reservist Jake Foster fell in love with Dani Minelli when she was a colt-legged high school senior. He knew he was too old to even look at her, let alone touch.Dani's been trying to get his attention since returning to Pine Harbour a grown woman-and failing miserably at every turn.This winter, everything is going to change. And when the snow stops falling, Jake and Dani won't be able to hide from their attraction any longer.

'Wonderfully evocative and richly layered, I couldn't put it down' Alex BrownPainful secrets have kept them apart... could Christmas bring them together at last?London, 1984. Lori and Roland. Anna and Jude. Young, attractive and carefree, these two couples are inseparable friends. Holidaying together in France seems like the perfect idea... until one reckless mistake tears them apart.Sydney, 2019. Ceri doesn't know the strange man who introduces himself as a friend of her parents. Her relationship with her mother was already fraught with tension... but now she needs answers. Because this man says he's her biological father.Born on Christmas Day, Christmas has always been an extra special time for Ceri. As it draws near, can she find a way to unravel the secrets of the past... and protect her family?A rich and warm-hearted family drama, perfect for fans of Fern Britton, Emma Hannigan and Cathy Kelly.Readers love Sara James' family drama Mothering Sunday:'I read this book in one sitting!' 'A beautiful read' 'Such a joyous story' 'A real page turner' 'This is a book to escape into'

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Love can transform even the best-laid plans in this heartfelt Christmas novel from the queen of Christmas stories, Debbie Macomber.<BR><BR>Trapped in the middle of five siblings, Everly Lancaster always had big dreams. Now a top real-estate executive, Everly finds her work is her life, leaving no space for anything (or anyone) else. Sensing her stress, Everly’s boss insists she take December off. At first, a month away seems crazy—how will the company survive without her? But Everly’s mother convinces her otherwise. She deserves a vacation—plus, when she returns, she’ll have no excuse to skip family Christmas like she did last year.<BR><BR> But after her vengeful assistant books a guided cruise in the Amazon instead of the luxury beach vacation she expected, Everly is horrified to realize that she’s about to spend the next two weeks trapped—with no Wi-Fi!—in the rain forest. Not even Asher Adams, the ship’s charming naturalist, can convince Everly that the trip will be unforgettable. Slowly but surely, she realizes he is right: the sights are spectacular. And with each passing day, Everly’s relationship with Asher deepens, forcing her to take a long, hard look at her priorities.<BR><BR> Everly and Asher begin to see magic in the possibility of a life together. But as the cruise nears its end, and Everly’s family Christmas approaches, both must decide if love is worth the risk. A merry surprise may be in store in Debbie Macomber’s newest holiday delight.