Who doesn't love to curl up beside a roaring fireplace, with a cup of warm cocoa on the coffee table, as you curl up in a thick, fuzzy blanket with a good book. Well, I have more than just a good book. I have seven fabulous holiday novellas for you. All for only .99¢!! A Sweet Noel is a collection of romance novellas, all with the theme of Christmas and Candy running through them. And all by a lovely group of Texas authors. Below is the list of stories and links to where you can find out more about these authors. Except for me. You can find out more about me right here. =) Candy Lane Sweet Shop by Jackie Castle Candyce Barkley tosses the engagement ring, the last token of her past, out the car window. She has a second chance to make something of her messed-up life. If the folks of Madison Creek can forget her history for mischief making. Finley Quinn is a few hours away from his rut in Madison Creek. A stop for coffee results in his bumping into a flash from the past with pink hair and bright tattoos. When Candy shares a ride back home with him, Finn realizes his heart had followed the wild girl, and she still had it, whether she knew it or not. Candy Cane Crush by Marji Laine Tori Hunter hinged her future on the Christmas promotion for her hometown of Marseilles, Texas. However, the man she hired to help her gets sick, and some new guy is sent to follow through on all of their plans. Are they doomed? Mike Kincaid hoped to never see the town of Marseilles again. But with his associate out of commission, his company needs their best man to ensure success for the town’s Christmas plans. His original thought, “get done and get out” is diverted, though, by the sparkling blue eyes and sincere smile of the project lead. Silver Bells and Cat Tails by Patricia Pacjac Carroll After a disastrous relationship, Laine determines no more dating. She's kept her vow, focusing on her work as a blissfully single dolphin trainer. Until one frosty morning, when the sound of a howl from under the hood of her car brings Laine to the doorstep of Silver Bells Animal Clinic, seeking to fix the broken tail of a stray cat. Zac is better with animals than people, especially those like this lady trying to pawn off her cat. But he's also tired of being lonely. Could this strange woman with the nameless cat begin a new chapter in his rut-filled life? Package Deal by Michelle Stimpson and CaSandra McLaughlin When Megan Beckley receives a mysterious Christmas package that was delayed three years, she hopes with all her heart that the gift is a guilt-offering from her old college sweetheart who ran off with her roommate. She also hopes that he’s still in love with her so, finally, she’ll get the chance to break his heart and move on with her life. But what’s inside the package will bring about a deal with the boy next door, Bryce Woodard, who has an unexpected gift of his own to share. Sweet Christmas Setup by Janice Olson The distance between Primrose, Texas and Afghanistan doesn’t stop Ethan and Christa from forming a close bond. Yet they wonder if their pen pal friendship could be more if they were to meet. Not expected for Christmas, Ethan is severely wounded and returns home a broken, bitter man and … refuses to see Christa. When Christa’s Christmas candy for the troops has Ethan knocking on her door, Christa is unwilling to lose her one opportunity. Without a second thought, she makes Ethan a sweet offer that he can’t refuse. A Cordial Christmas by Lee Carver Exercising his sharp business mind and control over his firm, Elena Trackett’s father has chosen his successor to be her groom. Elena has other ideas, causing conflict in their family. She rejects the smooth, handsome man who leaves love out of his proposal. Forrest Kisler’s goal is a position with an honest, reputable investment agency. Still reeling years after his fiancée’s abandonment, he hopes for a fulfilling marriage and family someday. Elena and Forrest meet as volunteers and grow to be close friends. Both seek harmony in their worlds of dissent. Perhaps their relationship will lead the way to a cordial family Christmas. Oh, Fudge! by Lena Nelson Dooley Ulrike Koch has been promised a promotion when her manager retires, very soon. A new man in the singles’ group at church, who will only be in the area a short time, fascinates her. These two things collide, changing her life forever. Roger Cochran is drawn to the beautiful, tall blonde in the singles’ group where his college roommate is the pastor. He knows nothing can come of his fascination with her. Then his reason for being in the area changes dramatically. And please join us for a Sweet Facebook event on Tuesday, November 29th, starting at 6pm cst. We'll have prizes, games and recipes to share with you. Along with some Christmas Cheer to get you started on your Holiday decorating and shopping adventures. All you need to do is indicate if you are Interested or Going and Facebook will be sure to remind you before we get started.
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Author InfoJackie Castle is an author, artist and dreamer. She lives in Texas with her husband, two grown children and her dog, Banjo. She looks for the extraordinary in the ordinary in everything she experiences. Keep Up With Story World News!Signup for news and special offers! Thank you!You have successfully joined our subscriber list. Archives
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