**Previously published individually in the Hometown Sweethearts series.** In a charming small town, three hearts find love in the most unexpected places. This anthology of three heartwarming romances weaves tales of second chances, healing, and holiday magic, proving that in a small town, love can spark where you least expect it. TEN DATES Single mom Angela can’t face the idea of going to her high school reunion alone. So her best friends push her into online dating. But as her dates turns out to be disasters, she notices the man behind the coffeeshop bar. Soon Angela finds herself falling for the handsome barista. But are Drew’s emotional walls too thick to break through? Will Angela lose the perfect guy in ten dates? • single mom • friends to love • online dating • small town • grief and healing NEXT DOOR SANTA Will is a Scrooge and not ashamed of it. So what if his upstairs neighbor is beautiful and wholesome? He likes his life just the way it is—no family, no girlfriend, no Christmas. No complications. But when he's adopted by a stray dog and needs help, it's his neighbor Bridie whose smiles get under his skin. Stuck in a whirlwind that feels suspiciously like a Hallmark movie, Will can’t find a way out—or maybe he doesn’t want to. When Christmas is over, letting Bridie go might be the easy thing—so why does it feel so wrong? • grumpy/sunshine • girl next door • dog matchmaker • Christmas • second chance at love LOVE LESSONS Pete only wants the best for his son. And if that means swim lessons, well… Pete will muddle through his own fears to make it happen. Even if it means a beautiful swim instructor witnesses his near breakdown when he gets near water. And doesn't judge him for it. When Pete has to face his deepest fears, will he push Addie away or keep her close? • single dad • teacher • coming of age • small town