As much as I love my Christmas movies, I know they all had to start somewhere–usually as a book. And oh how I love to read. Romance books are my stay-cation…. they take me to exotic places, small towns, royal families, and even big cities. Sprinkle on a little Christmas …even better. So I did my countdown of Christmas movies.
Movies only last 2 hours. What are you going to do for the rest of the time? Read, of course!
Ready to read now…
First up, my #DestinDiva Vanessa Riley has her adorable Regency The Butterfly Bride
Frederica Burghley wants to be married by Yuletide. Or else her father will set her up with one of his friends. The bonbon-loving illegitimate daughter of the duke wants to choose her own husband. Advertising in the newspaper seems like the way to go. But a sinister response, with threats against her life, leads her to enlist the help of her very handsome, dear friend Jasper Fitzwilliam, Lord Hartwell.
A father and widower, Jasper is not only tasked with keeping Frederica safe but also with helping his vibrant friend choose a suitable husband. The more he tries to keep the ever-surprising woman alive and find her a good match, the more Jasper realizes he cares for her. The two friends risk their lives for each other, so they should be able to risk their feelings for a chance at a deep and true love together. But he’s not looking for marriage and she’s not looking for convenience.
Diamonds for the Holidays by my #KimaniSister Nicki Night
From rivals to romance…
Tall, dark and incredibly handsome, Nixon Gaines has a reputation for mixing business with pleasure. Especially with someone as captivating and intelligent as Jade Chandler. Jade is determined to stop the self-made millionaire from stealing her family’s company…but his mind-blowing kisses test her resolve. Can the beautiful executive risk opening her heart for the holidays? Or will she be another conquest on Nixon’s Christmas list?
The Maverick’s Christmas to Remember by my friend, Christy Jeffries
All She Wants for Christmas is a Cowboy!
Rust Creek Ramblings
A few weeks ago, local wedding planner Caroline Ruth took a tumble off a ladder, and when she came to, she believed Thunder Canyon cowboy Craig Clifton was her boyfriend. Trouble was, they’d never met before. What was an upstanding rancher to do? Now, until Caroline’s memory returns, Craig is acting as reluctant faux fiancé. But with Christmas around the corner, dear readers, we’re hoping for a real-life happy ending for this unexpected couple!
Her Festive Flirtation by the romantic Therese Beharrie
The bridesmaid, the best man…
A Christmas wedding they’ll never forget!
A year after being jilted, Ava Keller finds herself forced back up the aisle — as bridesmaid at a beautiful Cape Town wedding. Best man — and Ava’s first crush — Noah Giles is the perfect distraction from her painful memories. But their flirtation turns serious when Ava’s feelings for him resurface! Hurt when Noah left after their kiss years before, will Ava give their chemistry a second chance?
Want Me, Cowboy by Maisey Yates…. cool fact.. I danced next to her at a Harlequin Party a year ago. And this one time.. on her live chat…she answered my question about her playlists when writing. Yes, I am aware I am a #NerdyGirl
Her rancher boss is looking for the perfect wife…
and she wants the job!
Poppy Sinclair kept her feelings for Isaiah Grayson secret for a decade. When her infuriatingly gorgeous Stetson-wearing boss enlists her help in finding him a convenient wife, she threatens to quit. Until Isaiah counters with an interesting proposal: Why doesn’t she marry him? Can she say yes to sharing his life and his bed, but not his heart?
An Enchanted Holiday Box Set Check out The White Lady by Beth Trissel, my fellow blogger at Smart Girls Read Romance
It’s just two weeks before Christmas, and Avery Dunham cannot change Ignus Burke’s mind. They must travel back in time to rescue the White Lady in the portrait above his fireplace. The magic-wielding wizard is obsessed with her. Avery was right: this adventure is not going to be like any other.
Coming November 19th
A Wedding One Christmas by Therese Beharrie … damn girl! Look at you!
Of all the weddings in all the world, Angie Roux had to be mistaken for a bridesmaid in this one.
Caledon, South Africa, is supposed to be just a stop on the way to Christmas in Cape Town, part of Angie’s long-avoided homecoming. She never expected to star in a bizarre comedy of errors, but here she is: convincing a handsome stranger to be her fake boyfriend for the day.
Ezra Johnson, the handsome stranger in question, turns out to be a pleasant distraction from both the wedding and thoughts of her first family Christmas without her father. And he seems to loathe weddings just as much as she does. He’s the perfect temporary companion.
But a lot can happen in twenty-four hours. Including a connection so strong it tempts them both into thinking of something more permanent…
November 20th
A Los Angeles Rendezvous by Pamela Yaye… little fact.. I’ll be paired with her for my next book.. I am so honored but I feel bad for her having to carry me on the ticket.
The woman he’s never considered…
Might be the only one he’ll ever need
Jada Allen’s Christmas wishlist is simple: her gorgeous boss. A-list talent agent Max Moore counts on Jada to handle his life—and help him get through to his tween daughter. Yet workaholic Max never really notices her until a makeover reveals the vibrant woman he’s taken for granted. Will one hot night shatter their working relationship or lead to something far sweeter?
Christy Jeffries is back with The Firefighter’s Christmas Reunion
Can a chance reunion spark a Yuletide proposal?
Anything can happen in Sugar Falls!
Home for the holidays with her adopted son from Ghana, Hannah Gregson runs straight into her former flame—fire chief Isaac Jones. Though the pair are determined to keep their distance, the local matchmakers throw them together at every holiday event, and Hannah’s son worships the brave ex-soldier. If Isaac isn’t careful, he just may go from hero to family man by Christmas!
So that’s my list for you now. I welcome any upcoming books you have if you’re an author or reader with recommendations.
Got a favorite Romance Trope? Let me know.
While you’re reading your holiday romances, here’s something to sip on!
The pretty one on the left is by the Nicole Harris at Wonky Wonderful. The ehhh okay-ish one is the batch I made. It was yummy though!
Oreo Hot Chocolate
Servings: 4
Author: WonkyWonderful
Ingredients
Instructions
4 Cups Whole Milk – divided
1/2 Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
8 Regular Oreos
3 Tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1 Tablespoon Cornstarch optional
1. Blend 1 cup milk, sweetened condensed milk, Oreos, cocoa and cornstarch until smooth.
2. In 3 quart saucepan over medium/low. heat remaining 3 cups milk until just barely steaming. (8-10 minutes)
Whisking occasionally.
3. Add chocolate Oreo mixture and continue to heat while whisking for 5-10 more minutes. Do not allow mixture
to boil.
4. Remove from heat. Serve topped with whipped cream and Oreo Cookie crumbles
PS …there are 45 days left until Christmas
This list may be a little redundant but if you look closely, you’ll find some updates. Don’t forget to set your DVR! Of course I’ll send out reminders… I’m just #ChristmasGeeky like that!
8:00 pm My Christmas Inn Lifetime
9:00 pm Memories of Christmas Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
9:00 Rent-an-Elf Ion
8:00 pm My Christmas Inn Lifetime
Yes.. I will shamefully hang my head and admit that I love Christmas movies. Some of these movies I can justify watching without feeling too guilty. I’ve followed this 
land out there.. I’ve put in a couple of POC alerts (persons of color… if I missed someone… or outed them…let me know) .. also… Rumor Has It… Hallmark is open to submissions. 
Erin Krakow reminds me of Kate (Erin Gray) from Silver Spoons and so yep.. that’s justifiable reason enough to watch this movie.
![Mr. and Mrs. Rossi (Special Tasks Bureau Series) by [Hector, Carolyn]](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51n2FvqDJ8L.jpg)
.. just kidding! I kid! I kid! Unless you are interested, it’s available for your kindle at any of the following fine places
Umm,… I hate to be the ignorant one.. but I never read a single page of these books. But I think it’s because in my building where I used to live, there was a girl with parents going through a divorce and everyone thought I needed to be nice to her and all she could talk about was this book while she had a bird she let fly around free in her bedroom as if it was a normal thing—which it’s not. 
Sin of Innocence which starred Megan Follows.. who was also in the early versions of Anne of Green Gables
The name of the movie is SNOWMANCE! WTF did I think of that name?! Now I HAVE to see it.
there’s an Ugly Christmas Sweat Party. If you haven’t read it…of course you should.. and you can get it at these fine places….
We’ll see.
