Before an unflappable miss met her match and an unwilling lady agreed to marry a reformed rake, pretty literature teacher Eleanor Pritchett had convinced herself that romance was not for her. She’d dared to love once, a man superior to her in birth, education, and position. His family had warned her away. But when his orphaned niece begs her to carry a kitten to him for Christmas, Norrie cannot refuse, even to losing her position. Justinian Darby, now an earl, always wondered what happened to his first love, a sweet-natured student at the nearby girls’ school, who had tutored him one summer when he was home from college, ill. His father claimed she was nothing but a fortune hunter. Now she returns to his life, bearing, of all things, a kitten. Can that tiny creature, and the joy of Christmas, prove that true love never fades, and hearts once closed can be opened anew? If you like sweet, witty Regency romances, then you’ll love the prequel to Regina Scott’s Uncommon Courtships series. “Brimming with kittens, children, holiday hijinks, and love. Should please Regency readers and cat lovers alike.” Library Journal Enjoy the wonder of a Christmas romance novella today. Uncommon Courtships. Forever loves.

The ever practical Anne Fairchild knows the rules of engagement in Regency England—the proper way a young lady should seek a husband. She’s been groomed to make the best match possible so she can help the two elderly aunts who raised her stave off poverty. So why is it one moment in the presence of the dashing Chas Prestwick, and she’s ready to throw propriety to the wind? The black sheep of the family, Chas excels at shocking Society with his wild wagers and reckless carriage racing. But his bravado masks a bruised and lonely heart. Can the sweet-natured Anne convince him to take the greatest risk of all—on love?

From award-winning author Regina Scott comes a tale of intrigue and romance. Plain and penniless, Sarah Compton knows her worth lies in her ability to care for her volatile young cousin Persephone. Dubbed an Incomparable by London Society, the fair Persephone is always surrounded by suitors. So why is it that the Season’s greatest matrimonial catch, Lord Breckonridge, comes calling on Sarah instead? Renowned statesman Malcolm, Lord Breckonridge, has at last decided to take a bride, a woman of intellect and substance who can help him further his Parliamentary career. With her practical nature and strong convictions, Sarah is perfect. Unfortunately, she seems bent on a love match, and the one thing Malcolm has learned to hide well is his heart. When a danger from his past threatens them both, can Malcolm open himself up to love and persuade Sarah that she is the only Incomparable Miss Compton for him? This sweet traditional Regency romance was originally published by Kensington Zebra. Excerpt “Forgive my impertinence, my lord,“ she said as they waited to rejoin the set of the dance. Her voice was deep for a woman. “I must thank you for not giving me away. It was most kind of you.” “I hope you plan to reward my kindness with an explanation,” he replied. She blushed again, and he found the effect even more charming. Was she some kind of sorceress that he could not focus on his intended interrogation? “I shall try, my lord,” she said. “You had just been introduced to Persephone Compton, I believe?” He frowned, toying with the idea that she was bent on usurping the lady in his affections. As he had not had time to form any affections, and she was not in the lady’s league in looks, he threw the idea off as preposterous. “Lord Prestwick had performed the introduction as you arrived,” he confirmed. “May I ask why you wished to be made known to her?” she persisted. His frown deepened. That ought to have been enough to cause the most ardent campaigner to desist, but she did not seem to be affected by it. “I am not in the habit of discussing my affairs with strangers, madam.” She gazed at him. “I imagine you must convince them to vote your way out of sheer intimidation.” Surprised, he could not think of an answer. Malcolm Breckonridge, speechless. His peers would laugh themselves sick. He was so appalled that the moment of silence stretched. As the dance ended, she dropped a curtsey, and he remembered himself and bowed. “Your servant, madam,” he managed. “I wish you luck.” She laid a hand on his arm. “I fear I have been forward. Would you take a turn about the room with me, my lord, so that I might explain myself further?” Malcolm stared at her. He had given her a set-down calculated in look and manner to quell the most pretentious upstart, and she remained focused on her purpose. Could she be the woman he sought? She certainly had the courage to stand up to him.

From award-winning author Regina Scott comes a story of a young miss determined to live on her own terms, even if that earns her the title of Irredeemable. After seeing her two older half-sister sisters miserable in their arranged marriages, Cleo Renfield vows to leave London Society and return to the shelter of the country. To fend off her sisters’ attempts at matchmaking, she convinces her old friend, Lord Hastings, to pretend to a courtship. Good old Leslie is always up for a lark. And his reputation is questionable enough to make her family reconsider their plans to marry her off. With his father dead and closest friends married, Leslie finds himself at loose ends, so he agrees to Cleo’s audacious plan only to find that girl he once hunted and fished beside has grown into an enchanting young woman. As his friendship with Cleo blossoms into something more, can he convince her to stay in London and make their false courtship a true love? This sweet traditional Regency romance was originally published by Kensington. Excerpt “I will not introduce you to that woman,” Cleo declared. “I am supposed to be attaching your regard for myself.” “And a tremendous job you are doing too,” Leslie replied. “Shall I threaten to fall upon my nonexistent sword if you don’t marry me right away or will following you about with puppy-like adoration suffice?” She could not help but giggle. “Oh, falling on your sword would be far more entertaining.” “Bloodthirsty wretch,” he quipped. “So, what exactly do you plan? And how can I help?” She purposely looked out at the dancers. He was as game as he’d always been, but she could not shake the feeling that the playmate of her youth was gone. She could not remember admiring the feel of muscle under his coat as she did with this man. She could not recall being so acutely aware of how tall he was, and how tiny she felt beside him with her head near his chest. Nor imagine how it might feel to rest her head against his chest and feel his arms around her. She shook her head again. “Cleo?” He pulled on her arm so that she must face him. “You do have a plan, don’t you?” His dark eyes were narrowed with obvious confusion. His head was cocked as he watched her, and she could see that the sophistication he put on was little more than a mask. Deep down, he was still the same old Leslie from her childhood. He knew her better than most people, surely better than her sisters. He’d ridden, and hunted, and fished with her. They had shared scrapes and scraps together. Surely he would understand. “Yes, Leslie,” she admitted. “I have a plan. And it is not so far from what you jokingly suggested. I think we should pretend to fall madly in love with each other and behave so reprehensibly that they have no choice but to leave us alone, once and for all.” Uncommon Courtships. Forever Loves.

Notorious rake Jareth Darby is back in London, and everyone is talking. That terrifies Eloise Watkin. What only a few know is that Jareth and Eloise had a secret romance years ago. When Jareth walked away, he took her heart with him. Now he claims to want her forgiveness. Never! Tired of his self-imposed exile, Jareth wants only to return to the bosom of his family. They’ve agreed to receive him, if he can gain forgiveness from the lady he wronged. But as he tries to prove to Eloise he has changed, he discovers one thing that will never waiver—his love for her. When scandal once more threatens, can Jareth convince the unwilling Miss Watkin that she has tamed him, once and for all?