Heart Doctor’s Summer Reunion By Janice Lynn Is their summer to remember about to be repeated? Returning to Fripp Island to care for her injured grandmother, Dr Charlotte Fairwell is stunned to be greeted by her first love, Linc. She’s never forgotten the man who broke her heart twelve summers ago, and now Linc’s her new neighbour and her grandmother’s physiotherapist. Reunited, they find memories resurfacing, and it’s clear their attraction hasn’t faded! But a cardiologist knows better than to risk her heart…doesn’t she? Wedding Date with Her Best Friend By Susan Carlisle Who knew a second chance was right in front of them? In this Atlanta Children’s Hospital story, anaesthetist Valerie agrees to be her best friend Owen’s wedding date, to stop his overprotective family fussing. It should be a breeze—except Valerie has long harboured a secret crush on widower Owen! As long as she maintains some boundaries, she should be fine, right? When fake dates lead to an unexpected kiss, she knows they’ve crossed a line…but will they want to go back?

Stolen Kiss with the Single Mum From kiss to forever? After her husband's death in the same IED blast that left him with an injured leg and survivor's guilt, ER doc Scott swore he'd protect single mum nurse Lacey. And one fraught nightshift this leads to an electrifying kiss! The Nurse's One Night to Forever Can she trust him with her heart? Surgical nurse Riley's not looking for love-she's been there and been left at the altar to prove it. So she vows her intense connection with heartthrob surgeon Justin will be for one night only...

In each other’s arms Dr Charlotte James will do anything to save her best friend’s unborn baby – even turn to her ex-fiancé Dr Quinn Devlyn. Their relationship ended badly and while Charlotte trusts the surgeon’s ability, she doesn’t trust the man who buries his emotions in work. A career-threatening injury left Quinn at a crossroads in his life. But, working with Charlotte again, he has a second chance to save a life and a love… • After their heartbreaking separation, Sara Fielding can’t resist one last night with her soon-to-be-ex-husband Tom. Their love never faded, but Sara wants a family – the one thing Tom feels he can't give her. Their divorce seems certain, until Sara unexpectedly finds her working with Tom. They’re learning more about each other than ever before. But will Tom's deepest secret be enough to bring Sara back into his arms? • Everything always came easy to world-renowned playboy surgeon Matthew Coleman…until he suddenly becomes guardian to his young goddaughter. Now she must come first – so he takes a job back home, closer to family. There he comes face to face with recent fling, Dr Natalie Sterling, who thought the job was hers! Can Matthew win back career-focussed Natalie’s trust…and her heart?

Healing hearts this Christmas With her life-altering surgery looming, gorgeous army doctor Riley is off-limits for physiotherapist April. But when Riley is told about a son he knew nothing about, April offers him support. Spending time with Riley and his adorable son gives April a glimpse of the life she's always wanted. But can she risk her heart when her future is so uncertain...? * Heiress Serena has gone off the grid for the holidays! She's staying in a remote cabin in the Alps, to get away from it all. Since losing his wife, Christmas isn't the same for TV presenter Jackson. But when Serena runs him off the road in a blizzard and a storm leaves them stranded, it seems like a disaster. Until their time alone turns into an unexpected Christmas to remember! * This Christmas Dr McKenzie knows exactly what she wants in her stocking - her gorgeous colleague, Lance. He's a sexy, brilliant, caring doctor and, best of all, he's just as averse to commitment as she is! They agree to indulge in a sizzling fling that will absolutely not end in wedded bliss. But even the best laid plans can go awry...

Childfree, childless ... these are the labels society gives to women who do not bear children, due to choice or genetics. Being Fruitful without Multiplying started as one woman's quest to come to terms with her decision not to bear children. In conversation with Renee and Janice-two close relatives from different generations-Patricia found that they shared another, unexpected bond: each belonged to childless or childfree social networks. All three were weary of questions from well-meaning people who wondered why they had not born children. As they began to reach out to others in earnest, they found that many who belonged to their diverse online communities were eager to share their stories. Some had chosen to be childfree and some were childless because of biological factors but grew to appreciate the advantages. Some of those who chose not to reproduce still decided to become stepparents or adopt. Over sixty women and a few men added their voices to those of the three main authors. The result is this rich and varied anthology, which includes stories from many different countries, cultures and income groups.