Bøker av Melissa Baldwin

Get ready for a rollercoaster holiday season, full of laughter, love, and unexpected surprises. The holidays are supposed to be fun, right? Parties, shopping, hot cocoa, festive sweaters, and celebrations with family and friends-it all sounds like a dream. But this year feels different and complicated, at least for me, Lucy Ferguson.My brother's spontaneous engagement has thrown my family into a tailspin, and to add to the chaos, the return of Chase Anderson, the local hockey star, has brought a whole new set of dilemmas into my life. I keep telling myself I'm not attracted to Chase, but my heart seems to disagree.As I navigate through the confusion and conflicting emotions, I can't deny there's something about him that draws me in, though I try to convince myself otherwise. However, fate has other plans-he's my brother's best friend, and that unspoken rule of not dating him stands firmly in our way.To make matters even more frustrating, life at the office continues to throw me into awkward situations I never anticipated.Could this chaotic holiday season be the key to unlocking something even better than I've ever dared to dream of? Find out in this heartwarming romantic comedy, where the magic of the season might just overcome life's bewildering moments. From USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin comes a delightful holiday romantic comedy full of festive fun.

2019 Finalist, Reader's Favorite Awards, Chick-Lit Category From bestselling romantic comedy author Melissa Baldwin comes the road trip of a lifetime! Successful Manhattan accountant Stacy Brown is shocked when her almost perfect life unexpectedly crumbles around her. Blindsided by her husband when he serves her with divorce papers and tossed aside by the women she considered her best friends, devastation and depression hit her hard. But when her mother sends her an old photograph of her and two childhood friends, Candace and Olivia, it fuels a desire in Stacy to find that person she once was. What starts as a chance to reconnect turns into an unforgettable road trip back to her childhood home and an encounter with a man from her past. Gavin Kingsley, son of Stacy's old piano teacher and former annoying boy next door, sparks something in Stacy that she hasn't felt in a long time...maybe never? Despite her hesitation to jump into a relationship, Stacy can't help being drawn to him as she and her girlfriends take a journey of self-discovery, laughs, tears, and hysterical moments. Can returning to her past give Stacy everything she's been searching for in her future? "Melissa Baldwin's highly imaginative story is one filled with fun, excitement and romance." -Readers Favorite Book Reviews

Can We Talk? The last time I heard these words, my relationship ended. Though it was mutual, it hasn't stopped me from spending countless sleepless nights overthinking all the what-ifs.Inspired by a life coach, I, Eliza Hawkes, realize it's time to make some changes in my life. I'm ready to face my journey head-on, but just as I take a step forward, my cousin drops a bombshell.Recovering from the shocking news will be hard, but thankfully there's a distraction in the chaos. My best friend and perpetual bachelor, Mason, begs me to attend a quick weekend getaway to New York City, all at his company's expense. The only thing we need to do is pretend to be in a relationship. This should be easy, considering Mason's been my ride-or-die for years.What I don't plan for is the weekend to take such an unexpected turn, leaving me shaken to my core. The effects of which could have a lasting impact. It's time for Mason and me to have a very important talk. But am I ready to take this leap of faith and risk losing the most important thing in my life, or would it be better if everything stayed the same? From USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin comes a brand new swoony story that will give you all the feels.

Love and Ohana Drama is a romantic comedy that explores the challenges of family dynamics and reminds readers that there is always hope for a second chance. Sometimes the most challenging situations bring the most happiness . . .Twenty-something Cora Fletcher is a book-loving public relations executive who lives with her overly Zen best friend and attention-loving cat. Newly single and focusing on her exciting career, she feels like she's in a good place. She's even been invited on an all-expenses-paid Hawaiian vacation! The only catch-it's a family reunion . . . and her family can be a lot to handle.Cora vows to not let that get in the way, but even before the family has boarded the plane, the ohana drama begins. As usual, there's the sister-in-law who is bent on causing friction, the self-centered cousins, and the aunt who loves to party a bit too much. Her mother has filled the itinerary with endless activities, and she's even invited Cora's ex-boyfriend in an attempt to get them back together.Although she feels overwhelmed, Cora gets a blast from her past that could impact her life forever. This is one welcome reunion she did not expect . . .Will Cora make it through a week of family togetherness? And will she be able to say aloha to someone she thought was out of her life forever?

There's never a dull day working in the hotel industry. Drug busts, arrests, plenty of clandestine escapades, and parties so wild they'd put fraternities to shame. The last thing Casey Cooper expected was to walk into a guest room and discover the lifeless body of her friend.Though all signs point to a self-inflicted death, Casey doesn't believe it. On a truth-seeking journey to find justice for her friend, suddenly everyone looks like a suspect. Could it be the former child actress, the over-worked assistant, a long-lost relative, or even the delicious new manager who always seems to be distracting Casey from her mission to find her friend's killer?Can Casey find the truth before the body count rises and she becomes the next victim?

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Whitney Cortland is ready to celebrate the holiday season with an extra special someone. Unfortunately, a series of shocking events quickly turns her joyful vision of the holidays into disappointment.Her attempts to drown her sorrows with some retail therapy leads to meeting an equally holiday - obsessed new friend, Macy, who is determined to help raise Whitney's spirits.What Whitney doesn't expect is how Macy's older brother Grant could be such a grinch, not at all interested in the magic of the holiday season. Their first encounter doesn't go well, and Whitney wonders how the siblings could be related. Whitney and Grant seem to have a mutual dislike for one another, or do they? As Whitney tries to change up her luck, she finds herself in Grant's orbit more often than she wants.With everything around her feeling out of control, Whitney wonders if this might be her unluckiest Christmas ever ... or is her luck is just beginning? Kick off the holiday season with this new swoony romantic comedy from USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin!

I don't like change. That's fine, because I, Tori Hayes, am quite content with my single status and fulfilling sales career. I'll make an exception and step out of my comfort zone to be a part of my college bestie's wedding party. Anything for a friend, you know? But this-this is not what I thought it would be. Suddenly, I'm thrown into drama that only a Southern belle bride and her friends can stir up. The secrets, the lies, the deception-it's more than I can take. Not to mention that groomsman Tyler, who seems to know exactly how to push my buttons.I don't like my buttons pushed. Or maybe I do. Dashing groomsmen aside, why do I keep finding myself in the middle of all this madness? I want to support Caroline and give her the perfect day, but things are getting messy and fast. Is there going to be a happy ending amid all this chaos?It could happen ... USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin presents a brand new romantic comedy about friendship and finding love when you least expect it.

Fans of On the Road to Love and All You Need is Love will be enamored with the final book in the Love in the City series from USA Today Bestselling Author Melissa Baldwin! Living the dream life as a model in New York City used to be enough for gorgeous Olivia Fulton. Now even the fame isn't enough to bring her out of her funk. A series of events bring Olivia face to face with the regrets of her past. Add in the collapse of her three-year relationship and reconnecting with long-lost friends, and Olivia may finally be able to learn-the hard way of course-that everything she thought was important really isn't. A surprising love interest begins to teach Olivia about the person she truly wants to be. However, this is not compatible with her current life, and in order to be that person, Olivia may have to give up everything she's worked for. Torn between terror and exhilaration, Olivia must now decide if she's capable of this type of change. Will she even be able to open her heart to love again?

The exquisite dress, the dazzling menu, the family drama . . . It's the day every girl dreams of, and I'm no exception. My wedding plans seem to be going perfectly thanks to my very talented wedding planner, Sienna Harris. That is, until my grandmother and my two overachieving, bullying cousins suddenly want to become very involved in my big day. But . . . why? My perfect wedding dreams are dashed as things slowly start to unravel. With family drama in my midst, I wonder if my cousins are behind each disaster or if I have truly become a paranoid bridezilla.Will I be able to withstand all the pressure and finally stand up for myself? The idea of eloping with my fiancé, Cole, is looking better every day, even if it means leaving my dream wedding behind. Will I make the right choice?From USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin comes the riveting second installment of The Event to Remember series!

After a tumultuous year, I, Piper Whitmore, was beyond thrilled to receive an invitation from my sister Courtney to visit her in Daisy Springs, the sleepy coastal town she calls home. I needed something to drag me out of my slump. But I should've known I wouldn't be spending my vacation relaxing on the beach. Because of my background in fashion, my sister and her husband, Liam, immediately put me to work in Springs Couture, the boutique they inherited from Liam's notorious uncle, Rhett Callahan. It was the perfect distraction, and I began to wonder if I could embrace life in a small town. I was re-energized...until two of my customers were found dead wearing gowns I sold them. To complicate matters, the arrival of Ashton, a mysterious stranger with a connection to the town, threw everything into a tailspin. It was clear that I had become entrenched in a chilling murder mystery that seemed to revolve around the secrets of Springs Couture and a trail of destruction left by its former owner. Shocking stories of betrayal and revenge came to light as I realized that the truth about the killer may lie in the past. USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin introduces a new Small Town Cozy Mystery that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

Fans of On the Road to Love will adore the second book in Love in the City series from USA Today Bestselling Author Melissa Baldwin! CJ Evans has worked hard to overcome many of the devastating challenges that life has thrown at her, and she has come a long way. Despite the aftermath of her broken engagement and the strained relationship with her mother, she has recently mended lost friendships and has become a successful entrepreneur of a business she is truly passionate about. But could all this progress be lost when her mother presents her with a blindside she never would have expected? CJ realizes she can no longer avoid her past, and she must finally face the heartbreak, inadequacy, and unresolved events to continue to move forward. This includes embarking on a new career path and opening her heart to a love she's always been hoping for. CJ's journey is one of growth, trust, and taking risks. And in the end, she may realize that to be truly happy-all you need is love.

Erin Taylor is a hard-working journalist with a serious TV addiction and lack of a social life. She's focused on her career and determined to leave her tiny cubicle behind for a fabulous corner office! But when a new co-worker, a friendship drama, and a hot workplace crush collide, Erin finds it harder and harder to focus. Especially when that crush on the oh-so-yummy Aiden Thomas starts to materialize into what feels like a magical relationship. Erin's life seems to finally be heading in the right direction...until suddenly friends aren't such great friends after all, her magical relationship hits a bumpy road, and her career could be derailed by it all. Erin learns a lesson the hard way: Sometimes people aren't who they seem to be. With her happiness on the line, can Erin rise above her disappointments and create the life she's always dreamed of or will she be stuck being Friends ForNever? "Packed with love, laughter, and deliciously devious frenemies, Friends ForNever is an entertaining romantic comedy for the keeper shelf!" Gemma Halliday, New York Times & USA Today bestselling author

With a dream within reach and her heart on the line, will Maris choose the life she knows-or the future she's always wanted? As a vocal instructor, I have the life most people dream of-a fantastic job and a wonderful man. I'm happy and content ... or so I think. But when an exciting opportunity falls into my lap, I have to decide whether to stay in my hometown with the life I've built or chase my dream of making it on Broadway. My family isn't making the choice any easier, especially now that my parents have decided to sell our family home. Will a long-lost family heirloom lead me toward the bright lights and big city? Am I destined for stardom-and maybe even a new leading man?

When the dream life isn't all it seems, will Maris risk it all for a second chance at happiness? Decisions, decisions, decisions... My exciting new life isn't everything I hoped it would be. I'm happy in my new career, but I can't shake the feeling that something is still missing. So imagine my surprise when an old friend offers me an unbelievable opportunity that could change everything. The new career sounds almost too good to be true, complete with an upcoming trip to London. But I quickly learn that even the most perfect scenarios have their drawbacks, and when something seems too good to be true, it usually is... Now, on top of a life-changing career choice, I'm faced with decisions about whom to love and where to find true happiness. But what if neither turns out to be what I thought they would be?

Life doesn't always go as planned... I'm a girl with a plan. My days of slaving away at Carrie's Classic Events and More are numbered as I'm on the brink of launching my own event planning company. My relationship with Luke Price is headed in the right direction, and we're approaching our one-year mark. The future is looking bright, and I know that life could not get any better . . . That is until my perfectly planned world is thrown upside down by the unexpected arrival of someone from Luke's past.>From USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin comes the fun first installment of The Event to Remember series!

Kendall Whitaker always longed for a starring role in a movie full of action, adventure, love, and murder. She just never thought she would be living in one.An aspiring actress, she left her normal life in Phoenix for the bright lights of Hollywood. Taking a job as the marketing assistant to a miserable boss at Blossom Studios, she believed this job would eventually open the door into the movie industry. When she finally gets her hands on an audition script, she refuses to let anything stand in her way. What she doesn't expect is the return of her arch nemesis, the attention of the very dashing actor, Grayson Ellis and finding the body of the nosy receptionist. Before she knows it, Kendall finds herself embroiled in the mysterious events that are happening at studio. With each unfortunate incident including the disappearance of her boss, Kendall is right in the middle of it all. Could the answer be hidden in the canceled movie, Off the Pacific, or has the answer been in front of her the entire time? It's obvious that someone has set out to destroy Blossom Studios and they will do whatever it takes to succeed. Kendall realizes that she must solve this mystery in order to prove her own innocence and possibly save her own life.

After a devastating breakup, Summer Peters knows she needs something to distract her. Become a fly on the wall for a year and discover how Summer handles new experiences and challenges that each season throws at her. Will these ups and downs lead to the life of her dreams?Fall Into Magic - Book OneAfter a devastating breakup in the middle of her summer vacation, Summer Peters knows she needs something to distract her. What better than the arrival of fall, Halloween, and a new client?Winter Can Wait - Book TwoFollowing a fabulous fall, Summer is not looking forward to the frigid winter. Much to her dismay, she knows this winter is a time for many changes in her life, including moving on from the heartache of the past.To Spring with Love - Book ThreeSummer is thrilled to be done with the frigid winter. Spring is in the air, and she's ready for a fresh new start. Her career is thriving, she's searching for a new place to live, and she's finally ready to take her relationship with Alexander Williams to the next level.Return to Summer - Book FourSummertime has arrived and things aren't only heating up outside for Summer. After a rocky spring, Summer thinks she's finally moved on from the heartache of last year. She's found a new place to live, her company has new clients, and her relationship with Alexander Williams is going strong, despite the desperate attempts by others to sabotage it.

I, Summer Peters, am thrilled to be done with the frigid winter. Spring is in the air, and I'm ready for a fresh new start. My career is flourishing, I'm searching for a new place to live, and I'm finally ready to take my relationship with Alexander Williams to the next level.Unfortunately, Alexander's assistant, Melanie, seems to be up to her old tricks, even stooping as low as dating my ex-boyfriend, Jake. And I constantly feel like I'm facing a dilemma of having to share Alexander with a woman who's out to destroy our relationship.To add to these challenges, I receive devastating news from my best friend, Angie. I'm saddened to learn she may not be here when I need her the most. I'm realizing that I may need to lean on someone I never expected during this time of change.Continue to follow Summer on her wild one-year journey in this third book of the Seasons of Summer Novella Series from USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin.

Following a fabulous fall, I, Summer Peters, am not looking forward to the frigid winter. In addition to the weather, I know this season is a time for many changes in my life, including moving on from the heartache of the past.>What I don't anticipate are the surprises I encounter along the way-some of which could threaten my future.Even though my relationship with superman-lookalike Alexander Williams seems almost perfect, I'm finding it more and more difficult to compete with his possessive personal assistant for his time. To make matters worse, I didn't expect the return of Helena, his supermodel ex-wife who many believe is his soul mate. >Continue to follow Summer on her wild one-year journey in this second book of the Seasons of Summer Series from USA Today bestselling author Melissa Baldwin