Drive-By Daddy

Drive-By DaddyA funny thing happened on the way to the delivery roomProfessor Darcy Alcott prided herself on being able to take care of herself. But that was before she ended up stranded on the side of a desert road–in labor! Just when she really neeeded a hero, a drop-dead gorgeous cowboy wearing a white hat–really–came to her rescue. He delivered her baby…and stole her heart. But could she convince him not to drive off into the sunset–at least not without her?Calamity JoThere's a new man in town and she's hot on the case …Jo Quillan could smell a story a mile away, and a famous detective in her midst smelled really ripe! Plus, if she could get an exclusive on whatever sexy Case Houston was investigating, it could be her ticket out of Hicksville. But Jo was an accident waiting to happen, so Case knew right away she was on his tail–standing on it, practically. And all he wanted was a vacation! Still, she was maddeningly attractive, and she was right that something…unusual…was up in Calamity Falls.

Daddy By Design? by Cheryl Anne PorterA funny thing happened on the way to the delivery room…Mechanic Trey Cooper has been in some tight spots before–but he's never been stuck in an elevator with a woman about to give birth! Luckily they're rescued before he discovers if changing diapers is anything like changing tires. Still, beautiful Cinda Cavenaugh and her little daughter suddenly make Trey wish he had a family–and little does he guess how soon he's going to need one….Her Perfect Wife by Kate ThomasHunk for hire!Busy Dr. Melinda Burke requires more than a housekeeper to get her hectic life in order. She needs a stay-at-home wife! But she never expects a stud like Jack Halloran to sign up to do her dirty work. The only hitch: Marry him! That's because Jack needs medical coverage so he can quit his job and plan his own company. The sexy doc offers him the perfect out. Besides, how hard can cooking and cleaning be? The toughest part is keeping his oven mitts off his new boss…

Daddy By Design? by Cheryl Anne PorterA funny thing happened on the way to the delivery room…Mechanic Trey Cooper has been in some tight spots before–but he's never been stuck in an elevator with a woman about to give birth! Luckily they're rescued before he discovers if changing diapers is anything like changing tires. Still, beautiful Cinda Cavenaugh and her little daughter suddenly make Trey wish he had a family–and little does he guess how soon he's going to need one….Her Perfect Wife by Kate ThomasHunk for hire!Busy Dr. Melinda Burke requires more than a housekeeper to get her hectic life in order. She needs a stay-at-home wife! But she never expects a stud like Jack Halloran to sign up to do her dirty work. The only hitch: Marry him! That's because Jack needs medical coverage so he can quit his job and plan his own company. The sexy doc offers him the perfect out. Besides, how hard can cooking and cleaning be? The toughest part is keeping his oven mitts off his new boss…

DADDY BY CHRISTMASJarrett McKane has never had any festive cheer, but when pregnant Mia needs help he won’t turn his back on her. Before Mia, Christmases were spent alone. Now this previously ruthless tycoon may just have found a fairytale ending for all his Christmases to come!CHRISTMAS MAGIC ON THE MOUNTAINWhen Sean Hughes meets Zoe Flynn on Mount Hood he recognises a free spirit – much like himself! And as they spend the Christmas holidays together Sean soon wishes there was more than just chemistry between them. But Zoe has a secret…and he has until the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve to discover it!These two heartwarming tales capture the magic – and the romance – of Christmas!

The Secretary’s SecretKit Mercer smooths down her skirt preparing to face her boss the morning after spending the most amazing night of her life with him! Surely he can’t wait to sweep her into his arms again? Actually, Alex Hallam tells her what a mistake he’s made! It’s the right thing to do – after his ex-wife’s lies, is he really ready to be a proper full-time daddy? Rodeo Daddy A fall ended Lark Anderson’s rodeo career – and his marriage – leaving him a single dad. The community, suspicious of the new ‘celebrity’ resident, nominated Sophie to keep the hot-tempered cowboy out of trouble. But the sight of Lark hugging his daughter breaks Sophie’s heart, reminding her of what will never be hers…

Stuart just wanted his father to love him, but he was made to believe he was too naughty to be loved. Finally David Howarth was sent to prison for abusing Stuart's young sisters. Nobody knew the truth about Stuart's abuse until one fateful day when his father tried it again and Stuart fought back in the only way he knew how.Stuart Howarth spent the first thirty years of his life in mental and physical hell. After years of emotional torment and despair, at the age of 32 Stuart felt an overwhelming urge to see his father (who he now knows was actually his stepfather), then living in Wales. Seeking reconciliation, Stuart was only to be met by the same old abusive man. The rage, pain and confusion boiled over in Stuart and he fought back, killing his stepfather.When Stuart's story came to light in the courtroom, it was so terrible that he received the minimum possible sentence for his crime and only served thirteen months in Strangeways prison in Manchester. But while in prison, the cruel system compounded the crimes of his evil abuser, and he suffered at the hands of the prison guards. What happened to him during those months led to him suing the Home Office and Strangeways on his release and winning his case.This is the story of a sweet-natured boy who grew into a brave young man and refused to allow himself to be a victim any longer.

Two fan-favorite romances from USA Today bestselling author Kathie DeNosky and Brenda Harlen.The Billionaire's Unexpected HeirBecoming the owner of Hickory Hills Thoroughbred farm isn't in Jake Garnier's plans. Becoming a father is even more unimaginable. For his new business comes with Heather McGwire, ranch manager…and mother to Jake's secret child. Marriage seems the only solution. But Heather won't settle for simple sweet talk and seduction. If Jake wants a real family, he'll have to saddle up for the long ride.The Baby SurprisePaige Wilder is married to her job as a high-powered attorney—until she suddenly becomes guardian to a baby girl. And when Zach Crawford appears, her life really goes topsy-turvy. Because the sexy military pilot is determined to win custody of his little girl…if the sparks that fly every time he and Paige are together don't distract him first!

Daddy on Demand Helen R MyersThe unexpected arrival of Collin Masters’s three-year-old twin nieces had disrupted everything. Sabrina Sinclair was the only person who could tidy things up! Except now that she’s living under his roof, looking after the toddlers, Sabrina is way too close for comfort…D?j? You Lynda Sandoval Running from the memories of the accident that took her fianc? and unborn baby, Erin DeLuca lost herself in the arms of a stranger. But one night had unexpected consequences! Now Nate Walker knows about the pregnancy, he’s more than ready to be a daddy to their baby – and a loving husband to Erin…

Der Atlanische Kriegsf?rst Jorik bewacht das Abfertigungszentrum der Koalitionsflotte auf der Erde. Er besch?tzt Krieger und Br?ute und kennt in seiner Aufgabe weder Gnade noch Ablenkung bis er Gabriela erblickt. Sie verk?rpert alles, wonach seine Bestie sich verzehrt. Sie ist weich. Kurvig. Beherzt. In seinen Tr?umen stellt er sich vor, wie er sie umwirbt, wie er sie dazu bringt dem Drang seiner Bestie nachzugeben und sie schlie?lich erobertmit Leib und Seele. Angesichts einer Bedrohung aber ?bernimmt seine Bestie die Kontrollewas seinen sofortigen Abzug von der Erde zur Folge hat. Weg von Gabriela.Gabriela hat sich in einen au?erirdischen Kriegsf?rsten verliebt, der ihretwegen sein Leben riskiert hat und dann verschwunden ist, nur um sp?ter zu erfahren, dass er im Kampf gegen die Hive get?tet worden ist. Sie lebt weiter, so gut es eben geht, allerdings mit einer s??en Erinnerung an ihre gemeinsame Zeit. Einem Baby.Als sie erf?hrt, dass Jorik gar nicht tot ist, sondern in die Kolonie verbannt wurde, bricht sie mit ihrem Baby zu ihm auf, um ihn zu finden. Allerdings gibt es da ein Problem; nicht nur ist er kontaminiert worden, sondern obendrauf ist er vom Programm f?r interstellare Br?ute neu verpartnert worden. Und zwar nicht mit ihr.

Three little gifts for ChristmasYuletide Baby SurpriseWhen Princess Mari invades Dr Rowan Boothe’s hotel room, he has no desire to become involved in his old adversary’s latest predicament. Until they discover an abandoned baby and Rowan needs her help! Yet, even as they draw closer, how long can their Christmas escape last?Maybe This Christmas…?Christmas Eve always reminds Gemma of her husband, paediatrician Andy Baxter. It was the day she first fell in love and also the day her heart broke. But now her tiny niece needs urgent medical care and the only man she trusts is Andy. Could this Christmas finally bring them back together?The Sheriff’s Doorstep BabyMichelle wants to sell her late father’s house – but sexy tenant Nate won’t leave! And when Nate’s adorable baby cousin is left on his doorstep, Michelle can’t help but offer to help. Nate and Michelle have never known what family is…until one Christmas changes everything!