A cozy, closed door holiday romance with small town charm, a protective werewolf and Christmas cheer, perfect for reading by the fireside as you curl up under a cozy blanket.

Emma Clarke has just moved to Pinecrest. Taking over the library fulfills all of her dreams . . . well . . . almost. The only thing that’s missing is someone to share it all with.

Lucas Greystone, a handsome stranger with an electric touch keeps finding ways to escort Emma home.

After discovering a hidden room in the library, Emma is determined to learn the secrets of Pinecrest and Lucas.

As a spark reignites between them, Emma finds herself wanting to connect more deeply with Lucas, but he holds her at arm’s length. Does he not feel their connection? Will the secrets of Pinecrest put an end to any possible future?

Beautifully written as a fun and feel-good Christmas romance that warms your heart with timeless themes of love and the magic of the festive season, Hot Cocoa & Howls is a charming story that’s perfect for any reader who adores a magical small-town romance that has plenty of steamy chemistry but keeps the explicit business behind closed doors, you'll feel right at home in Pinecrest.

Reader reactions:

★★★★★ "A hot cocoa bar and handsome lumberjack, sign me up!"

★★★★★ "Loved the characters and the town. Would love to live there. Emma and Lucas are my new favorite good couple."

★★★★★ "I enjoyed this story and the characters were described so vividly that I felt as if I knew them."