Is this the makeover of a lifetime? Ambitious fashionista Perry Goodwood lands the project of his dreams—track down a celebrity family’s missing brother in the Scottish Highlands and bring him back to London for a TV reality show. But first he must transform the rugged loner into a glamorous sophisticate. Greg Ventura has no use for high fashion. He lives on the isolated island of North Uist to escape the reminder that he’s nowhere near as handsome as his gorgeous brothers and avoid the painful childhood memories of being bullied. Greg wants nothing to do with city life, and Perry’s never been outside London. When Perry is stranded on North Uist, this conflict seems insurmountable. But Greg is captivated by the vivacious Perry, and Perry by both the island and his host. However, Perry’s one heartfelt wish remains: that ugly duckling Greg fulfill his potential as a swan. This story offers you a grumpy recluse, a lively yet determined fish out of water, a remote and wildly beautiful Scottish location, opposites attract, straight-talking friends, an impossibly glossy celebrity family, and a loyal and mischievous dog! Author Note: this is the same book as previously published by Dreamspinner Press, but with a new cover, and now published by the author.
Manda Collins How to Romance a Rake You can lead a wallflower to the ball, but you can't make her bloom—unless one daring young bachelor turns up the heat... What's a nice girl like Miss Juliet Shelby doing at a place like Lord Deveril's ballroom? With her shy demeanor, she's a total stranger to the dance floor and a source of mockery for the ton. So imagine her surprise when Deveril gallantly comes to her defense—and offers to teach her to dance! Juliet can hardly believe the most handsome bachelor in London would notice her, until he takes her in his arms and sets her heart ablaze... Lord Alec Deveril has never felt such a spark of attraction for an unmarried lady before. Unlike the "fashionable" ladies he's accustomed to, Juliet possesses a generous spirit, a fiery intelligence—and an explosive secret. Deep in the London underworld, a dear friend has vanished, and Juliet fears the worst. Deveril insists on helping, escorting her through the darkest alleys in town. But he too is hiding a shocking secret—and the only way he can defeat the devil in his past is to seduce the angel in his arms...
If fate suddenly made you more beautiful that you ever dreamed possible, would it be the beginning of a fairy tale, or your worst nightmare? The brutal attack should have killed anybody, but Nell Calder did more than survive. She emerged a woman transformed, with an exquisite beauty found only in fairy tales. Nell Calder deserved a happy ending. Instead, her descent into terror has just begun. Her attacker is still on the hunt, determined to finish what he's started. And Nell, protected by a new face, is just as determined to fight back and take her revenge. But to catch her prey, she will have to expose herself—even if it makes her a killer's prime target.
Florence Knightley is shamelessly rejected by her own mother, who despises her daughter's blemished looks. Such an ugly duckling is a shame to the house of Knightly among society's more refined peers.When the young woman turns eighteen her father decides it is high time his daughter marry, but who would even consider such an imperfect girl?It is a troubling question.A passing reference in Regency court to the reclusive Lord Albert Errol, Duke of Whittington, provides a solution. Stewart Knightley approaches the mysterious Duke with an offer to restore his lost fortunes. In return he will take the hand of Florence.Thus begins an unlikely journey that will transform the duckling to a swan.In this original Regency fairytale the classic parable of the Ugly Duckling takes a decidedly romantic Regency turn.
For over one hundred years The Ugly Duckling has been a childhood favorite, and Jerry Pinkney's spectacular new adaptation brings it triumphantly to new generations of readers. With keen emotion and fresh vision, the acclaimed artist captures the essence of the tale's timeless appeal: The journey of the awkward little bird -- marching bravely through hecklers, hunters, and cruel seasons -- is an unforgettable survival story; this blooming into a graceful swan is a reminder of the patience often necessary to discover true happiness. Splendid watercolors set in the lush countryside bring drama to life.
A playboy, a tomboy, and an ex-con.They couldn't be more different. But they're about to discover the one place where all their inequalities disappear-the bedroom.Calla never meant to pit Liam and Mack against each other. She'd been the town tomboy all her life-what did she know about men? But suddenly she's caught the attention of two of the most gorgeous men in town.Mack hated Liam from the first moment they met. It was a rich, entitled bastard like him who had landed Mack in jail for eight years. Liam expected everything in life to come easy and drop into his lap.Not this time. Mack saw Calla first. Finders keepers.Liam never knew why Mack had such a stick up his ass. All he'd ever been was nice to the guy. But when the new girl moves in, it's every man for himself. Liam will stop at nothing to get Calla's attention and prove he's the better man.A playboy, a tomboy, and an ex-con. But what if they could be so much more than the stereotypes each of them has hated all their lives? What if, together as three, they can discover for the first time what it means not to be alone?
Welcome to the prestigious Saint Leaf School, where, among other things, the boys are so pretty they give the girls a run for their money! Amidst this bed of flowers exists one Hitomi Sakuragawa, a sweet girl with a not-so-little weight problem, who lives in a nearby apartment owned by her doting older brother. Hitomi also happens to have pretty much the best luck on the planet: Her neighbors are some of the hottest guys in school! But will she need to steel her willpower, cut out the cookies, and slim down before they'll even give her the time of day? Or will they be charmed by her kindhearted, genuine personality? It won't be long before Hitomi discovers that the road to a healthy lifestyle is paved with hilarity!
When the male model meets the female mechanic, get ready for a thunderbolt! Sloane When you’re told you’re the ugly duckling, you learn to set your expectations low. So what do I do when Caleb Robinson, a gorgeous model, offers to buy me a drink? I turn him down flat. It must be a prank. Two days later, I’m working at the garage in my dirty blue coveralls with grease smudged on my face, and he shows up to ask again. I’m floored. What’s this guy up to? Men like him don’t date girls like me. Caleb I’m in full-on pursuit of the coolest woman ever, who’s destined to be my wife—Sloane Murray. Dad always said that’s how it happened for him. He proposed to Mom on their first date. I never believed love could happen so quickly, until now. Slowly but surely, I convince Sloane of my sincerity, and our future has hope until I bring her into my modeling world. Problem is, she doesn’t fit. And when my career takes off, it’s clear that I can’t pursue the big dream and my dream girl. If only love were as simple as that first thunderbolt. This romantic comedy stands alone with a swoonworthy happy-ever-after! No cliffhangers. Unleashed Romance Series Fetching (Book 1) Dashing (Book 2) Sporting (Book 3) Toying (Book 4) Blazing (Book 5) Chasing (Book 6) Daring (Book 7) Leading (Book 8) Racing (Book 9) Loving (Book 10) For more humorous contemporary romance, check out all of Kylie's books! The Rourkes Series Royal Catch (Book 1) Royal Hottie (Book 2) Royal Darling (Book 3) Royal Charmer (Book 4) Royal Player (Book 5) Royal Shark (Book 6) Rogue Prince (Book 7) Rogue Gentleman (Book 8) Rogue Rascal (Book 9) Rogue Angel (Book 10) Rogue Devil (Book 11) Rogue Beast (Book 12) Happy Endings Book Club Series Hidden Hollywood (Book 1) Inviting Trouble (Book 2) So Revealing (Book 3) Formal Arrangement (Book 4) Bad Boy Done Wrong (Book 5) Mess With Me (Book 6) Resisting Fate (Book 7) Chance of Romance (Book 8) Wicked Flirt (Book 9) An Inconvenient Plan (Book 10) A Happy Endings Wedding (Book 11) Clover Park Series The Opposite of Wild (Book 1) Daisy Does It All (Book 2) Bad Taste in Men (Book 3) Kissing Santa (Book 4) Restless Harmony (Book 5) Not My Romeo (Book 6) Rev Me Up (Book 7) An Ambitious Engagement (Book 8) Clutch Player (Book 9) A Tempting Friendship (Book 10) Clover Park Bride: Nico and Lily’s Wedding A Valentine’s Day Gift (Book 11) Maggie Meets Her Match (Book 12) Clover Park STUDS Series Almost Over It (Book 1) Almost Married (Book 2) Almost Fate (Book 3) Almost in Love (Book 4) Almost Romance (Book 5) Almost Hitched (Book 6) Keywords: contemporary romance, romantic comedy, chick lit, funny romance, humorous romance, humorous fiction, women's fiction, romance for dog lovers, series romance, series, family sagas, romance series, romance, romantic, family life, dating, unleashed romance, unleashed romance series, humor, marriage, love, family life, friendship, Kylie Gilmore, USA Today bestselling author, sagas, romantic comedy series, frenemies to lovers romance, steamy romance, alpha male, billionaire, romance series, new romance, romance books, new release, small town romance, smart romance, hot romance, kylie gilmore romance, billionaire romance, romcom, steamy romance, romance series, romance books, smart romance, hot romance, kylie gilmore romance, beach read, romcom, long romance series, new release, new romance, new romcom
NYT and USAT bestselling author and screenwriter, Cindy Dees, brings her formidable skills as a master storyteller and master writing teacher to this encyclopedic series analyzing the major tropes used in modern commercial fiction. In this volume, Cindy explores 33 iconic internal romance tropes, the stories of personal affliction, wounds, fears, and personality traits that form obstacles to love inside the hearts and minds of your characters. Written by a working writer for working writers, this is a comprehensive reference guide and brainstorming tool to help you quickly generate ideas, create characters and plot, revise and edit, brand and market your story. You’ll write faster, cleaner, and deliver your audience a story they’ll recognize and love. If you’re writing a novel, script, play, comic, graphic novel, video game script, or any other story format, this book is for you. If you’re writing a love story specifically, or you’re writing any genre of fiction in which you’d like to include a romantic relationship, this book is for you. Each trope entry includes: · a detailed definition and analysis · descriptions of all obligatory scenes necessary to structure this trope correctly · lists of additional key scenes important to this trope · an extensive list of questions to think about when writing this trope · an extensive list of traps to avoid when writing this trope · reasons why audiences love this trope · a list of similar tropes · a list of examples of each trope in action taken from television, film, and novels …every kind of writer in every genre of fiction is going to want these guides in their go-to reference books… …a tour de force how-to on creating stories audiences adore… …the books every writer has been waiting for—a comprehensive walk-through by an industry pro of everything to think about when building a story of pretty much any kind…
Can poverty and privilege find a loving compromise? Alexandre Bonfils, a rich and spoiled second son, is tired of being ignored and decides to help when the family’s exclusive wine business is in trouble. Going undercover in the warehouse, he loves the adventure—and the chance to be close to the sassy and sexy manager, Tate Somerton. Tate is hardworking and financially struggling, bringing up his siblings on his own. A suspected saboteur at work is his latest challenge, but now he also has a clueless, though very attractive, new intern. There’s an immediate spark between the ill-matched couple, until a shocking accident cuts short Alex’s amateur sleuthing. While recovering in the generous care of Tate and his family, will Alex realise what belonging really means? Passion and pride come together to fight for the company they’re both committed to preserving, but can a personal bond remain when the dust settles? This story offers you a spoiled yet cutely redeemable millionaire, a selfless hero who’s always put his family above his love life, the glamorous world of luxury winemaking, ‘found’ family, a devious gran, a no-nonsense warehouse manager with a hot chocolate addiction, and a saboteur who must be found before disaster strikes!
