Tall, Dark and Texan

by Annette Broadrick

Published 29 April 2000

An untameable bachelor meets his match in this classic reader favorite story from USA TODAY bestselling author Annette Broadrick.

After a shocking betrayal, Dan Crenshaw left behind his corporate empire to live alone—forever. Then his Texas seclusion was shattered by Shannon Doyle, his kid sister's friend. The vulnerable beauty infiltrated his lone existence with her home-cooked meals and wifelike concern. But Dan would never convert to family man. And though he dreamed of taking Shannon to the depths of passion and back again, his fierce honor wouldn't allow him to take her innocence…unless he slipped a ring on her finger…


Falling For The Enemy

by Shawna Delacorte

Published 1 August 2002

Paige Bradford intended to expose Bryce Lexington for the ruthless shark he was.

But when they started working together, the sparks they gave off jettisoned her best intentions. Paige knew this corporate hunk wasn't what he seemed - but was she losing her heart to the enemy?

Hiring oh-so-sexy Paige might have been the biggest mistake Bryce had ever made, but he had to learn what she was after. Especially since she had Bryce - the man with everything - wanting something far more precious: Paige's love.


Dad in Demand

by Metsy Hingle

Published 19 May 2000

THE KISS THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING

When an innocent kiss turned passionate, Sean Fitzpatrick was shocked to find that girl-next-door Katie Malloy had grown into a fiery woman. And she wanted him to find the right daddy candidate to father her child! This was a lot to absorb in one day. Katie had given up on finding Mr. Right. She just wanted a baby.

And despite that one heart-melting kiss with Sean, she could see him only as the best friend a girl could have. So why was her traitorous romantic heart saying Sean was the Mr. Right for her baby-making plan... ?

BACHELORS & BABIES: These men get more than they ever expected when they connect with the woman of their dreams... .


Twilight Man

by Karen Leabo

Published 24 June 1994

Single Guy Seeks...

Solitude Jones Larabee had hightailed it to this godforsaken swamp to get away from everyone. It wasn't easy, but he'd had the noblest of motives. And he was doing fine, too, even without the female companionship - until beautiful Faith Kimball crashed into his life, bombarded him with questions... and she wouldn't take no for an answer!

Single Woman Seeks...

Her Savior Faith Kimball was a dedicated professional who could never see beyond her next assignment - until fate threw her very life into the hands of Jones Larabee. She had to know who her rescuer really was - but could a search for his identity blossom into a journey of love?


Wealthy, jaded playboy Dylan Russell had sought an isolated cabin in the woods to escape his fast-paced life and reconsider his future. He wanted solitude...but awoke to a woman in his bed! Nothing had prepared Dylan for the sight of his best friend' s sister...or the sensual spark that embracing her ignited.

After a canceled project, publicist Jessica McGuire looked forward to days of relaxation. She never expected to encounter the man who had stirred feelings deep in her soul years ago. Stranded with her in a storm, Dylan beckoned her closer with his bedroom eyes. But would Jessica have to be content with only a few nights of passion when she yearned for his love for a lifetime?


Daddy Search

by Shawna Delacorte

Published 23 June 2000

RANCHER DAD?

When Lexi Parker first set foot onto Nick Clayton's dude ranch, she had one goal in mind: to vacation undercover and find out if Nick really was the father of Lexi's precious, now-motherless nephew. It seemed like a perfect plan... .

Until Lexi herself succumbed to the cowboy's devastating charms - and found out that this big hearted, honorable rancher was nothing like the love-'em-and-leave-'em rake her sister had portrayed. But if Lexi revealed her secret agenda to Nick now, would she lose her chance with the one man who'd ever stolen her heart?


Millionaire's Christmas Wish

by Shawna Delacorte

Published 19 November 1999

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS...

When millionaire Chance Fowler first kissed the pretty stranger in his arms, he'd only meant to dodge the photographers who'd trailed him. Then she ran off - but he couldn't forget her tempting taste on his lips. So he sought out the tantalizing woman who'd ignited his long-dormant desire... .

Lovely Marcie Roper was the first woman to close her eyes to Chance's fortune. And though she'd captivated the jaded tycoon, Marcie yearned for what his wealth couldn't buy - a man who would say "I do" and mean it forever. Could Marcie convince Chance that love - for the right woman - would last a lifetime?


He hadn't known the name of the woman he danced with at the masquerade ball.

Not even after their one night of passion. For millionaire Jack Cartwright never expected to see her again. Then he received a letter informing him of his "secret" lover's name and threatening to expose the fact that working-class Lilly Miller was expecting Jack's child.

He was not going to submit to blackmail. And if that meant marrying Lilly, a virtual stranger...let the wedding bells ring.


Secret Agent Dad

by Metsy Hingle

Published 20 October 2000

THE UNDERCOVER FATHER

His memory lost, secret agent extraordinaire Blake Hunt found himself in the loving and capable hands of lonely farmhouse widow Josie Walters. And more than a little perplexed that he seemed the proud owner of adorable baby twins!

Yet even as the details of his mission started coming back to Blake, Josie's sultry green eyes beckoned him to a seductive future with her. Would discovering the truth about his identity tear them apart - or unite their hearts forever... ?

Five wealthy Texas bachelors - all members of the state's most exclusive club - set out on a mission to rescue a princess... and find true love.


MEN of the YEAR MAN of the YEAR

"Me, lonesome? Hell, I'm too mean to ever get lonesome." - Rafe McClain, ornery ex-Texan Love? Mighty scarce in Rafe's hardscrabble life. So he'd learned to live solo - and liked it that way. Until a mysterious plea for help had the restless, ruthless mercenary headed back to Texas like some dashing white knight. And there waited delicious Amanda Crenshaw, the rancher's daughter who'd once, indelibly, branded his heart.

Taking what Mandy offered proved impossible to resist. But soon Rafe would be gone again. Unless Mandy could transform this lean, mean loner into the loving family man he desperately longed to become... .

Some men are made for lovin' - and you'll love our MAN OF THE MONTH!


The Baby Bonus

by Metsy Hingle

Published 18 May 2001
A baby! Regan's dream was coming true! But Cole, the man her father forced her to leave so long ago, was the sperm donor - and now he is a millionaire. She agreed to remarry him for the sake fo their child. But e dare Regan hope this child could save their love?



Sweet On Jessie

by Jackie Merritt and Barton Barton

Published 27 September 1991

Feathers And Lace

by Karen Leabo and Barton Barton

Published 29 April 1994

Ramblin' Man

by Jackie Merritt and Barton Barton

Published 22 March 1991


Doublecross

by Mary Maxwell and Barton Barton

Published 29 January 1993

Mystery Lady

by Jackie Merritt and Barton Barton

Published 26 August 1994