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Travis Coleman’s done with being broken. Losing the two people he trusted most taught him one thing—don’t let anyone close enough to hurt you again. But when his past shows up in a pair of hauntingly familiar eyes, he realizes moving on isn’t as simple as he thought. Ashley Sims never forgot the cowboy who once made her feel alive. Coming home means risking her heart all over again, but Travis is worth the danger—if he’ll let her in. Cassidy Jones walked away to protect them both. Seeing Travis again—with the woman who might finally heal him—reignites every forbidden want he’s buried deep.

Lee Coleman isn’t looking for another heartbreak. Eight months ago, he fell for a woman who chose someone else, and he’s spent every day since trying to forget her. When a blizzard forces him to take shelter in a remote mountain cabin, the last thing he expects is a second chance—with the one who got away. Rachel Malone’s done with love. After catching her ex cheating, she’s promised herself no more hearts, no more hopes—just freedom. But being snowed in with a rugged cowboy who knows how to make her laugh again? That’s a temptation she can’t resist.

Steve Coleman used to coast through life—no plans, no pressure, and no idea what he really wanted. Until the night Melody Langley dumped him in front of half the town and made it clear: she was done waiting for him to grow up. Ten months later, Steve’s got a new focus, a work ethic that would make his brothers proud, and one goal in mind—win Melody back. Melody’s not the same woman he lost, either. She’s built a career as a small town vet in places that don’t make it easy for women to prove themselves. She’s not falling for charm or cowboy swagger this time.

Troy Thompson has never pretended to be anything more than the guy you don’t bring home to Mom. Charming, confident, and a little too good with his hands, he’s made peace with being the town’s favorite cautionary tale. Until Nicole Adams—their secret fling turned impossible addiction—walks away. She wants commitment, stability, a future. The thought of her finding that with someone else? Not a chance.

Pulling off a rescue mission at a remote castle in Scotland should be an easy task for lone wolf Damon Black. He'll flash some muscle, show a little alpha power, and do whatever it takes to ease Addie MacShay's fears. But the woman who throws herself into his arms and cries boyfriend is more intriguing than anticipated. The sexy she-wolf's got more curves, more tantalizing scent, more of everything he desires.

Life in isolation is the safest place for Chase Johnson, a crossbreed who doesn't know which form he'll assume next - cougar or wolf. Once a year his unelected position as spokesman for the Yukon outcasts forces him to visit civilization. This time he runs across someone unexpected. She's not his mate, but she pushes all the right buttons.

Jake Skye has one focus: building High Water Ranch with his brothers, a tribute to his late stepfather’s legacy. Disillusioned by corruption in his former workplace and the wreckage of a failed marriage, trust doesn’t come easily. Jake thrives on control and order, but when Tansy Fields—vibrant, impulsive, and irresistibly free-spirited—enters his world, everything he thought he needed starts to unravel. Opposites attract, and Tansy is everything he shouldn’t want but can’t resist.

When their meddling, match-making family patriarch lays down the law, Giles Borealis’ three polar bear shifter grandsons agree to follow his edict. Only James, Alex and Cooper each have a vastly different plan in mind to deal with their impending mating fevers. Will any of them be able to fight fate?

In their mid-40s when they first met, widow Sonora Fallen and vows-to-stay-single rancher Ashton Stewart both felt a spark but agreed being friends was more important than becoming lovers. For many years, that decision held firm, and other than one time, their grumbly-in-public, friends-in-private arrangement has stuck. Now 16 years later, the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future seem determined to change these friends to lovers to...something else? All of Heart Falls is watching, suspicions on the rise as Sonora and Ashton’s secret slips into view.

Caroline Bradley is having one hell of a week. Her wolf lover has sniffed out his mate, making her an instant free agent. Not only that, Takhini territory has been overrun with aggressive bear shifters electing a clan leader, and the wolf pack is feeling the effects - pushing her diplomatic skills to the limit. Tyler Harrison is a grizzly on a mission. If he's going to win the majority of the bears' votes, he needs one final thing: a female companion. The only woman in town with influence over wolves, humans, and more bears than he'd like to admit is Caroline.

Single father Ryan Zhao didn’t expect a ghost from his past to literally slide back into his life. His long-time friendship with Madison Joy is a pure, sweet memory, and with the holidays fast approaching, her surprise visit is perfect. Maddy’s a breath of fresh air, full of ideas and enthusiasm - and far too attractive to a lonely man like him. Best friends to lovers might be tempting, but it’s also dangerous, since she’s leaving after Christmas. Can holiday magic find a way to take these two lonely hearts from friends to forever?

Vicki Hansol’s done trying to prove she’s nothing like her mother or sister. No matter what she does, the town still sees her as the bad girl who’ll never measure up. When the whispers get too loud, she decides it’s time for a fresh start—and that means facing an old fear. Joel Coleman’s easy smile hides a quiet determination. He’s tired of being the carefree youngest twin with nothing to his name but charm and good timing. He’s ready to step up, prove himself, and maybe take a few risks along the way.

Allison Parker needs a reason to come home—a believable excuse that won’t reveal the real one. Her mother’s hiding a painful truth, and Allison refuses to let her suffer alone. Pretending to be engaged to an old friend seems like the perfect solution, especially when that friend is Gabe Coleman. Gabe’s got his hands full keeping his family ranch afloat and butting heads with his stubborn father. The last thing he needs is more chaos, but when Allison offers to help in exchange for a fake engagement, he can’t say no. Not to her.

After years away, Mark Coleman is finally ready to return to Rocky Mountain House. Once, leaving was the only way to protect his family from the fallout of his choices. Now, with time and distance behind him, there’s one thing calling him home stronger than ever—Dana. The woman he’s always loved. The one he lost because he waited too long. Now that she’s ready to build a new future, Mark’s determined to prove that love doesn’t fade with age—it deepens, strengthens, and waits for the right moment. This time, he’s not letting her go.

Wolf shifter Cole Masterson has been waiting impatiently for his future to arrive. The prophecy declared at his birth seems like pure gibberish, but he's still spent the past 33 years trying to prepare for whatever's coming. When his mate finally arrives, her appearance - on a skidoo stolen from him, no less - triggers a cascade of events he's not sure he's ready for.

A lighthearted, stand-alone paranormal by New York Times best-selling author Vivian Arend. Lady Amanda Ainsworth found a safe place to pull herself together under the roof of the loud, boisterous Takhini Wolf pack. Safe - except for the sexy grizzly shifter with the oversize biceps and the steely-grey eyes who’s also hanging his hat with the Whitehorse wolves. Justin Cullinan makes her light up and shimmer inside like the Northern Lights, and she knows it’s time to start her new life.

Meet Evan Stone. Laid-back, in-control alpha of the Takhini Wolves. Life's not perfect, but he's got a good handle on his world. At least he did - until the night he ends up in jail, soaking wet and wondering what the hell just happened. The "what" is Amy Ryba, a vengeful female who's decided it's long past time to make Evan pay for his sins. Amy has spent years tracking him down and the last nine months working in secret to destroy him. She's ready for anything - except discovering the shifter she hates is her mate.

Spurred to action after an evening of tequila-induced chatter among her girlfriends, Rose Fields decides it’s time to take a walk on the wild side. When she meets a sinfully sexy stranger with an Irish accent and learns he’s traveling through Heart Falls on a work trip, she knows he’s perfect in every way for a one-night stand. Except artist and entrepreneur Chance Gabrielle is planning a big move in a couple of months to be closer to his brother Cody, who works at the Red Boot ranch. Chance is ready to trade his life in Ireland for a fresh start in the town of Heart Falls.

A collection of short stories in the Heart Falls world by New York Times best-selling author Vivian Arend. For the past year, Ivy and Walker Stone have been working to expand their family. They’ve filled out forms until their fingers cramped, had home visits with social workers, and planned for the future. Walker and his brothers have done construction and renovations to his and Ivy’s home in Heart Falls to make room for the coming new additions.

Lisa and Josiah are thoroughly enjoying each other’s company. He’s got his veterinarian work; she’s been busy stepping in to help her sisters and friends whenever and wherever they need. And they have Ollie, the sweet little terrier that can’t get enough of either of her favourite humans. But as one year ends, and a new one begins, Lisa can’t help but wonder if there’s something she’s missing.