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Maya Collins moves to Willow Creek for a fresh start, hoping to focus on her novel. Instead, she meets Luke Bennett, the town’s beloved firefighter, after nearly setting her kitchen on fire. Their relationship begins with teasing and undeniable chemistry, but Maya, guarded by past heartbreak, resists the growing connection between them. Despite her best efforts to avoid Luke, they keep crossing paths. He pushes her to take risks, both in life and love, while she slowly uncovers the depth behind his easygoing nature — especially when she finds letters he wrote to his late firefighter father.

In a quiet town where everyone knows your name, Zoe's thriving restaurant becomes the center of a chilling mystery. When her best friend vanishes without a trace and cryptic threats begin to surface, Zoe is thrust into a dangerous game of secrets, lies, and someone watching from the shadows. With the help of Jeff — a calm, determined man with a protective streak - and his surprisingly intuitive Siamese cat, Noah, Zoe must unravel a mystery that hits far too close to home. As the stakes rise and danger creeps closer, trust is tested, love is kindled, and the truth could shatter everything.

When a rough-around-the-edges hockey player with a soft spot for his Boston Terrier walks into a quirky salon in a small British Columbia town, he meets his match in a sarcastic, no-nonsense New York stylist. Harry Drake is recovering from an injury and dodging questions about his NHL future. Jules Romano is avoiding anything that smells like commitment after a heartbreak that nearly crushed her career. Their first encounter is anything but smooth, but fate—and a dog in a tiny sweater—has other plans.

Olivia thought her biggest problem was a loud-mouthed parrot with a potato obsession until she crashes (literally) into Ethan, a grumpy but ridiculously handsome marine biologist who has zero patience for chaos… or birds that scream “Toasty love!” at strangers. Armed with a camera, an attitude, and Mango the world’s most embarrassing parrot, Olivia is determined to photograph a rare falcon along the rugged coastline. Ethan is just trying to protect the local wildlife, and maybe survive another awkward run-in with Olivia.

In Fault Lines and Latte Love, Sienna Carter, a passionate geologist, is on a hike when she discovers an intriguing rock formation, possibly linked to the region’s seismic history. After the hike, she heads to the local coffee shop, The Daily Grind, where a chaotic encounter with a mischievous cat named Shadow results in her being drenched in coffee. The cat’s owner, Ethan, a coffee shop owner and barista, apologizes, and they share a playful exchange. The unexpected event leaves Sienna amused despite the mess, and she agrees to help Ethan wrangle Shadow in exchange for a free coffee.

Step into the delightful chaos of Love Packs a Punch, a heartwarming and humorous romance that will have you smiling from start to finish. Meet Timothy, a tough boxer whose confidence in the ring doesn't always translate to life outside it -especially when jump ropes and gardening are involved. Then there’s Eden, a spirited nurse with a passion for gardening and a talent for turning mishaps into magical moments. When Eden’s playful Great Dane, Oliver, takes matchmaking into his own giant paws, laughter and lovable chaos ensue.

Sheriff Luke Calloway likes order. As the steady protector of Maplewood, he keeps the town running smoothly until free-spirited artist Eleanor Evans arrives, leaving a trail of paint-splattered chaos in her wake.

What happens when a guarded cop with a haunted past collides with a headstrong nurse who refuses to let him hide? After a high-speed crash lands Officer Danny Cooper in the ER, Nurse Lena Harris expects the usual — stubbornness, sarcasm, and emotional walls. What she doesn’t expect is to care. Not just for his injuries, but for him. Danny's used to keeping people at a distance, but Lena’s quiet strength, and the tiny, scene-stealing chihuahua named Sparky, start to crack through his armor. As Lena and Danny’s connection deepens, so do the risks of getting too close.

If you're a fan of opposites-attract romances with humor, heart, and a one-eyed dog named Jimmy, this story is for you. When tightly wound surgeon Dr. Grant Whitaker crosses paths with free-spirited gardener Kenna Lane, his perfectly controlled world starts to unravel, in the best possible way. She's barefoot and humming in the hospital courtyard. He's determined to avoid the chaos she brings. But Kenna, with her stubborn optimism and dirt-smudged hands, proves impossible to ignore.

Ivy Callahan escapes to the quiet town of Maple Hollow, hoping to rebuild her life after a terrifying break-in shattered her sense of safety. Tucked away in a cozy woodland cottage with her loyal border collie, Missy, Ivy is determined to find peace. But peace proves elusive, especially when a community event takes an unexpected turn, and Missy bolts straight into a crowd… and right into the arms of William Ward, a calm, kind firefighter with a past of his own.

In Hardball Hearts, alpha male baseball star John Braddock meets gentle-hearted shelter worker Mara Neves under unlikely circumstances, and sparks fly in more ways than one. John is used to crowds roaring his name and teammates looking to him for leadership, but when a charity event brings him face-to-face with Mara, he discovers there’s a whole world beyond training schedules and media appearances. Mara, on the other hand, has devoted her life to rescuing animals, pouring her heart into every stray cat or abandoned puppy that crosses her path.

Firefighter Nick Lawson expects Pet Safety Awareness Day to be a dull shift of handing out smoke-alarm pamphlets. Instead, chaos pounces when a three-legged escape-artist cat rockets into a bounce house and its beaming owner, Lila Hart, crashes straight into Nick’s arms. One airborne rescue, a confetti shower of flyers, and a headline-hungry reporter later, his perfectly ordered life lies in tatters. Then a cranky landlord’s ultimatum locks Nick into a fake relationship with the very woman who derails his plans.

Eddie Martinez isn’t supposed to belong at Westview Autohaus. He’s got oil on his shirt, scuffed boots, and an attitude that doesn’t mesh with marble floors or silent, spotless sports cars. But he’s not here to impress anyone - he’s here to fix a rickety old Benz. Natasha Lin, assistant manager with a no-nonsense stare and a cat named David who hisses on sight, is very clear: Eddie is not showroom material.

If awkward meet-cutes, golden retrievers, and slow-burn chemistry make your heart race, Breakaway Hearts is your perfect escape. Harlow Quinn is a magnet for chaos - juggling too many jobs, battling self-doubt, and occasionally launching lattes at innocent bystanders. Enter Kody Walsh: steady, stoic defenseman for the Wolves, and the unfortunate recipient of Harlow’s latest coffee catastrophe.

Quarterback Theo Maddox was supposed to be recovering from a season-ending injury, not dodging lint rollers and modeling sweatpants that cost more than his first car. But image rehab comes with strings… and apparently, a feline. Designer Isla Montgomery has built her brand on clean lines, sharp boundaries, and zero distractions. So when her minimalist fashion campaign is hijacked by an injured football star—and his opinionated tabby cat—her carefully controlled world unravels faster than a bad hem. Theo’s charm? Infuriating. His cat?

Caleb Morgan’s life is built around control and courage, except when it comes to dogs. So when he meets Tessa Blake, the sweet, witty insurance agent with a soft spot for baking and an enormous, drooly dog named Bear, he’s more than a little out of his depth. What starts as awkward run-ins and accidental flour fights slowly turns into something real… until Caleb’s clingy ex reappears, and everything Tessa thought they were building begins to crumble.

Daphne Quinn is too busy keeping her small-town bakery afloat to deal with flirty paramedics who smell like trouble and cinnamon. But when a customer collapses in her shop and EMT Jax Miller storms in, tattoos, smirk, and all, Daphne’s world gets flipped faster than a pancake on Sunday morning. Jax is equal parts aggravating and irresistible. He’s also very good at showing up: during emergencies, with coffee, and somehow always when Daphne’s guard is down. But she’s not looking for romance, especially not with someone who thrives on chaos.

When a rule-following police officer pulls over a flustered middle school teacher with a car full of destroyed cupcakes, it’s the start of a collision neither of them sees coming. Emery Brooks prefers plants to people and quiet routines to romantic risks, but Wyatt Hale, the new cop in town, is about to disrupt all of it. Especially when he moves in next door… and accidentally tramples her beloved garden.

Margot Blake runs her mornings with surgical precision: leash in one hand, matcha in the other, and exactly fifteen minutes to stride the quiet streets before diving into cosmetic crises. But schedule-shattering chaos arrives on four lanky legs when her greyhound, Paulie, spots a squirrel and rockets straight into Officer Dean Rizzo, detonating a cup of espresso across his uniform. One mortified apology, a flustered dermatologist, and a surprisingly charming cop later, Margot’s orderly life begins to fray in the most inconveniently delightful ways.

Fire. Flavor. Secrets buried deep. Emilia Hart has poured everything into Firetrail Farm: her independence, her sweat, and every last dollar. Known for her rare and dangerously potent hot peppers, the land is her pride and only source of peace. But when a brooding chef with a short fuse shows up uninvited, claiming a deal with her missing cousin, her quiet life ignites in more ways than one. Rafe Moreno has one shot left to save his career, and it starts with Emilia’s peppers. The Ember House is betting on him to deliver a breakout menu, and failure isn’t an option.