...And Then They Fell in Love

Book excerpt: Enjoy this heartwarming and magical collection from sweet romance author Tami Franklin... Need some Happily Ever After in your day? Grab this collection of six short stories--some sweet, some swoony, some with a little sprinkle of magic . . . and all guaranteed to make you smile! From a Distance - When insomniac Alex hears violinist Ellery play on a nearby rooftop, he’s immediately intrigued. He wants to get to know her better, but dating's tricky when you're both in quarantine. Is it possible to get close when you have to stay six feet apart? Stolen Moments - On the eve of her birthday, for as long as she can remember, Allana has dreamed of him. But dreams fade away in the morning light, and she isn’t sure if the love of her life is actually a figment of her imagination. Will she give him up or put all her faith in the impossible? It’s Just So Molly Ringwald: An 80s Love Story - Jess is a head-banging rocker with a soft spot for romantic movies. Brandon is a preppy jock with a soft spot for Jess. They come from two different worlds, but can they overcome the clash of cliques and take a chance on love? A Piece of Cake - Emily is a matchmaker who doesn’t believe in love. Sam is a swoony cake designer who pops up as a match for her latest client. When practical, professional Emily develops a not-so-practical or professional crush on Sam, she has to decide if the magic of true love is worth risking her heart. A Chance for Love - When Avery meets TV star Chance Evans, she’s thrilled to meet him, get an autograph, and move on. But when Chance reaches out for more, she’s not sure what to do. With paparazzi, crazy fans, and a not-so-little age gap, a happy ending for these unlikely lovers will take a leap of faith. Unscheduled Departure - Rowan is devastated when her boyfriend, Finn, tells her he’s moving across the country to take over the family business, and thrilled when he changes his mind at the last minute and gets off the plane. But things get weird, and it’s not long before Ro’s questioning if Finn’s really who she thinks he is. Is she imagining things? Or are other forces at work that mean Ro could lose her Finn forever? *** Keywords: Happily ever after, romantic novels, small town romance, contemporary romance, guaranteed HEA, no cliffhangers, love books, love stories, romantic comedy, chick lit, funny romance, humorous romance, humorous fiction, women’s fiction, romance series, holiday junction, family life, dating, romantic comedy series, sweet romance, clean and wholesome romance, funny romance, beach read, romcom, quirky romance, magical romance