Download or read book Once Upon a Matchmaker written by Marie Ferrarella and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2012-05-22 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If there was one thing single dad Micah Muldare lacked, it was time The busy widower didn't have enough hours in the day for his too-full to-do list--his high-profile job demanded focus, and the rest of his not-so-spare time was devoted to caring for his two little boys. He certainly had no room in his hectic schedule for romance...until Tracy Ryan walked through his door. The once-burned attorney had long ago given up on finding true love and a family of her own. She'd grown used to keeping her heart under guard. But resisting handsome Micah--and his adorable children--was proving difficult indeed Maybe it was time Tracy reconsidered her no-nonsense approach to life and took the ultimate risk to win the family she'd always wanted

Download or read book Wish Upon a Matchmaker written by Marie Ferrarella and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2013-06-01 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three-foot Matchmaker Ginny Scarborough has picked out her new mommy— Danni Everett, the local celebrity chef who hired Ginny's widowed father, Stone, to renovate her house. And Danni couldn't deny the immediate zing she felt for the handsome, green-eyed contractor…even if they were brought together by a precocious four-year-old. So why was Stone holding back when everything between them felt so right? Stone's heart had been, well, stone-cold for far too long…that is, until he met the beautiful and bubbly chef. Still, Danni was part of a world where Stone and his little girl didn't belong—better to move on than risk the pain of losing love again. With two stubborn adults to contend with, could little Cupid still make her dreams of a family come true?

Download or read book Diary of a Beverly Hills Matchmaker written by Marla Martenson and published by SCB Distributors. This book was released on 2011-07-18 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The inside scoop from the Cupid of Beverly Hills, who has brought together countless couples who have gone on to live happily ever after. But for every success story there are ridiculously funny dating disasters with high-maintenance, out-of-touch, impossible to please, dim-witted clients! In Diary of a Beverly Hills Matchmaker, Marla takes her readers for a hilarious romp through her days as an L.A. matchmaker and her daily struggles to keep her self-esteem from imploding in a town where looks are everything and money talks. From juggling the demands her out-of-touch clients to trying her best to meet the capricious demands of an insensitive boss to the ups and downs of her own marriage to a Latin husband who doesn't think that she is 'domestic' enough, Marla writes with charm and self-effacement about the universal struggles that all women face in their lives. Readers will laugh, cringe, and cry as they journey with her through outrageous stories about the indignities of dating in Los Angeles, dealing with overblown egos, vicariously hobnobbing with celebrities, and navigating the wannabe-land of Beverly Hills. In a city where perfection is almost a prerequisite, even Marla can't help but run for the Botox every once in a while.

Download or read book The Matchmaker s Gift written by Lynda Cohen Loigman and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2022-09-20 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Named a Best Book of Fall 2022 by Parade • BuzzFeed • New York Post • GMA.com • People "Loigman's latest is a gem. A scrappy Jewish teenager newly arrived in 1920s New York struggles to follow her calling as a matchmaker––seventy years later, her cynical divorce-attorney granddaughter realizes she has very inconveniently inherited the family gift for matching soulmates. Both funny and moving, The Matchmaker's Gift made me smile from start to finish." ––Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Rose Code Is finding true love a calling or a curse? Even as a child in 1910, Sara Glikman knows her gift: she is a maker of matches and a seeker of soulmates. But among the pushcart-crowded streets of New York’s Lower East Side, Sara’s vocation is dominated by devout older men—men who see a talented female matchmaker as a dangerous threat to their traditions and livelihood. After making matches in secret for more than a decade, Sara must fight to take her rightful place among her peers, and to demand the recognition she deserves. Two generations later, Sara’s granddaughter, Abby, is a successful Manhattan divorce attorney, representing the city’s wealthiest clients. When her beloved Grandma Sara dies, Abby inherits her collection of handwritten journals recording the details of Sara’s matches. But among the faded volumes, Abby finds more questions than answers. Why did Abby’s grandmother leave this library to her and what did she hope Abby would discover within its pages? Why does the work Abby once found so compelling suddenly feel inconsequential and flawed? Is Abby willing to sacrifice the career she’s worked so hard for in order to keep her grandmother’s mysterious promise to a stranger? And is there really such a thing as love at first sight?

Download or read book Become Your Own Matchmaker written by Patti Stanger and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-01-13 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The star of the hit show The Millionaire Matchmaker Patti Stanger offers a no-holds-barred, take-no-prisoners guide to finding Mr. Right—in just one year! Patti Stanger created an overnight Bravo sensation as the star of her own reality series The Millionaire Matchmaker. As a matchmaker, she has been in the enviable position of having men all over the country open up and reveal what made them want to settle down—and what sent them running. To every single woman sitting home alone wondering, “Where are all the good men, and why isn’t a gorgeous one standing shirtless in my kitchen mixing me up a pomegranate mojito?” she says, “I hate to tell you this girlfriend, but it’s your own fault.” But don’t worry, with her straightforward attitude, Patti doles out her best tried-and-true advice to help women of all ages get out of their own way and get hitched. Using her infectious confidence and bravado, Patti promises that if you follow her advice and commit to her program, you’ll have found Mr. Perfect in less than a year.

Download or read book The Matchmaker written by Kay Hooper and published by Loveswept. This book was released on 2017-10-10 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times bestselling author Kay Hooper weaves a tale of secrets, seduction, and a love that will not be denied in this spellbinding Once Upon a Time novel. It’s public knowledge in Richmond that the only wife the infamous Cyrus Fortune wants is one who belongs to some other man. He has a knack for sensing an unhappy bride—and a talent for showing her what she needs to be happy. Obsessed with uncovering the circumstances of his own mysterious birth and the father he never knew, Cyrus doesn’t have the time or patience for a serious romance. Even so, an intelligent man knows when he’s at the crossroads of destiny, the moment when everything in his life changes. For Cyrus, that’s when he meets Julia Drummond. Julia Drummond is painfully aware that no red-blooded woman should be able to deny the sensual assault of Cyrus Fortune, who wears power and influence like a finely tailored suit, and whose eyes promise passionate seduction. Still, she says no. She’s got her reasons—dangerous reasons—and yet she can’t trust her own body and heart from surrendering to the astonishing pleasure Cyrus reminds her she’s capable of simply when his knowing gaze meets hers across a crowded ballroom. He doesn’t know her secret, desperate terrors, but the passion he offers is irresistible. Just once, she tells herself. Just one night to know what sweet sin tastes like. And doesn’t every woman deserve that? This ebook includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.

Download or read book God Is a Matchmaker written by Derek Prince and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2011-06-15 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God is the divine matchmaker, and this is His plan for you. Marriage is God's sacred creation, a beautiful gift for His children. But too often we fail to leave the choice or the timing to Him. In this revised and expanded edition of his bestselling book, well-known Bible teacher Derek Prince and his wife, Ruth, reveal God's true plan for you and your future spouse. In addition to sharing their own real-life love story, Derek lays out seven biblical steps to finding your mate. He will also help you answer tough questions, such as · How can I know if it is God's will for me to marry? · How can I prepare myself for marriage? · How can I find the mate God has appointed for me? · What is God's plan for remarriage? Full of inspiring testimonies from people who found their perfect matches by following these principles, God Is a Matchmaker also offers special counsel and material for parents, pastors, counselors, teachers and youth ministers involved with those preparing for this exciting time of life. When you discover God's pattern for marriage, you will experience His perfect gift: a match truly made in heaven.

Download or read book Wish Upon a Matchmaker written by Marie Ferrarella and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2013-05-21 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three-foot Matchmaker Ginny Scarborough has picked out her new mommy— Danni Everett, the local celebrity chef who hired Ginny's widowed father, Stone, to renovate her house. And Danni couldn't deny the immediate zing she felt for the handsome, green-eyed contractor…even if they were brought together by a precocious four-year-old. So why was Stone holding back when everything between them felt so right? Stone's heart had been, well, stone-cold for far too long…that is, until he met the beautiful and bubbly chef. Still, Danni was part of a world where Stone and his little girl didn't belong—better to move on than risk the pain of losing love again. With two stubborn adults to contend with, could little Cupid still make her dreams of a family come true?

Download or read book Catch Me a Catch written by Leora Hoffman and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-08 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it comes to searching for "The One," seasoned matchmaker Leora Hoffman cautions against feverishly aspiring to Hollywood's depiction of instant chemistry, courtship, and deep, abiding love. In fact, she has witnessed some of the best, most fulfilling relationships work out after an initial period of uncertainty. For more than thirty years, Hoffman's sole intention has been to help others find love. Boundaries between her personal and professional life, however, made it seemingly more difficult for her to meet "The One." In this heartfelt testimony, she shares not only her personal journey but also stories of clients she successfully matched, tried to match, and coached along the way. Hoffman's comprehensive, sometimes counterintuitive approach to matchmaking has lead to some truly remarkable success stories. Discover how to break free from destructive relationship patterns as she reveals some very personal yet universal struggles all couples face when navigating life's challenges and turns twenty-first century dating on its head. Hoffman's infectious bravado will have you laughing, crying, and coming back for more.

Download or read book The Bachelor s Matchmaker written by Marie Ferrarella and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2024-07-23 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sometimes love needs a little nudge From the Matchmaking Mamas. Samuel Sterling is a dedicated veterinarian focused solely on the success of his practice. Until the handsome vet is awakened in the middle of the night. Sam can’t say no to helping the injured dog or getting to know her owner better. And when he does, he sees that Gina Conrad intrigues him personally and that she is an organizational whiz—just the person Sam needs to assist with his practice. It’s clear they make a great team in—and out of—the clinic. Yet Gina is an enigma to this entrenched bachelor. Sam intuitively understands the animals he serves, but can he trust his instincts when it comes to determining if this beautiful woman is "the one"? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. A Matchmaking Mamas Story Book 1: A ROYAL PAIN by Ruth Jean Dale Book 2: ONE MOM TOO MANY by Vicki Lewis Thompson Book 3: A MAN IN DEMAND by Cheryl Anne Porter Book 4: PILLOW TALK by Kristine Rolofson Book 5: Doctoring the Single Dad by Marie Ferrarella Book 6: Fixed Up with Mr. Right? by Marie Ferrarella Book 7: Finding Happily-Ever-After by Marie Ferrarella Book 8: Unwrapping the Playboy by Marie Ferrarella Book 9: A Match for the Doctor by Marie Ferrarella Book 10: What the Single Dad Wants... by Marie Ferrarella Book 11: The Last First Kiss by Marie Ferrarella Book 12: Once Upon a Matchmaker by Marie Ferrarella Book 13: A Perfectly Imperfect Match by Marie Ferrarella Book 14: Ten Years Later... by Marie Ferrarella Book 15: Wish Upon a Matchmaker by Marie Ferrarella Book 16: Dating for Two by Marie Ferrarella Book 17: Diamond in the Ruff by Marie Ferrarella Book 18: Her Red-Carpet Romance by Marie Ferrarella Book 19: Coming Home for Christmas by Marie Ferrarella Book 20: Dr. Forget-Me-Not by Marie Ferrarella Book 21: Twice a Hero, Always Her Man by Marie Ferrarella Book 22: Meant to Be Mine by Marie Ferrarella Book 23: A Second Chance for the Single Dad by Marie Ferrarella Book 24: Christmastime Courtship by Marie Ferrarella Book 25: An Engagement for Two by Marie Ferrarella Book 26: Adding Up to Family by Marie Ferrarella Book 27: Bridesmaid for Hire by Marie Ferrarella Book 28: Coming to a Crossroads by Marie Ferrarella Book 29: The Late Bloomer's Road to Love by Marie Ferrarella Book 30: The Bachelor's Matchmaker by Marie Ferrarella

Download or read book The Single Matchmaker written by J J Arias and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who helps Cupid fall in love? Libby Cassanova is the last in a long line of matchmakers. After years of hard work, her grandmother has finally handed her control of an empire built by generations of Cassanova women. When the secret that Libby was dumped by her fiancé comes to light, she must act fast to salvage her reputation. There is nothing she wouldn't do to keep the truth of her failed relationship from toppling her future, and that includes pretending to date a woman if it makes her story more believable.Reagan Soto is a struggling artist offered a chance at easy money by pretending to be Libby's girlfriend. Upon meeting the tightly wound thirty-something, Reagan is immediately intrigued by what lies beneath all the polish and barely held-together facade. As Libby and Reagan play at being in love, the line between fantasy and reality quickly blurs. Can Libby get over her fear of getting hurt and see that her perfect match is right under her nose. . . even if she never expected it to be another woman?Get struck with Cupid's arrow and fall in love with this steamy, slow-burn, lesbian romance today!

Download or read book The Matchmaker written by Elin Hilderbrand and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this moving story about losing and finding love again, a woman sets out to find the perfect matches for those closest to her. Forty-eight-year-old Nantucketer Dabney Kimball Beech has always had a gift for matchmaking. Some call her ability mystical, while others, her husband, celebrated economist John Boxmiller Beech, and her daughter, Agnes, who is clearly engaged to the wrong man, call it meddlesome. But there's no arguing with her results: With 42 happy couples to her credit and all of them still together, Dabney has never been wrong about romance. Never, that is, except in the case of herself and Clendenin Hughes, the green-eyed boy who took her heart with him long ago when he left the island to pursue his dream of becoming a journalist. Now, after spending twenty-seven years on the other side of the world, Clen is back on Nantucket, and Dabney has never felt so confused, or so alive. But when tragedy threatens her own second chance, Dabney must face the choices she's made and share painful secrets with her family. Determined to make use of her gift before it's too late, she sets out to find perfect matches for those she loves most.

Download or read book The Matchmaker written by Leslie Johnson and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-22 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Zavia Castillo comes from a long line of matchmakers, but using her gifts in the modern world can prove difficult, especially when she's challenged by David Dillard, the inscrutable man that she's never met. To prove her wrong, he presents her with someone he thinks will never be able to find love. Holden Elliot is the city's richest and most eligible bachelor. The playboy has caught the hearts of the city even with his love 'em and leave 'em attitude, but when it comes to choosing a wife, he has a very specific ideal. Polished. Sophisticated. Compartmentalized. Crystal Harriet is everything that he doesn't want. The free-spirited woman has found a successful niche in the motivational speech market as she helps other women open up and find their own happiness, but when it comes to love, she's the one who can't quite take that final step forward. Unfortunately for her, Holden has decided that she's the one, and he's determined to make her see it too. Zavia will have to pull out all the tricks in her book if she's going to help this couple find their happy ever after. Read The Matchmaker - Book One now!

Download or read book The Matchmaker Bride written by Ginny Baird and published by Entangled: Amara. This book was released on 2021-07-27 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A delightful romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Ginny Baird... Successful Boston matchmaker and television personality Meredith Galanes’s reputation is on the line. During a guest appearance on a morning talk show, she’s broadsided by questions about her own romantic attachments, just as she’s trying to secure a syndication deal. Afraid to admit her love life is a total disaster, Meredith blurts out that she’s seriously involved with a very special man—a boatbuilder in Maine. She never expects that small slip to get spun into a story about her supposed engagement. Or that the paparazzi will track the guy down... Derrick Albright is laid-back about many things. Being hounded by the press about some imaginary engagement to a woman he’s only met once—and couldn’t stand—isn’t one of them. Then Meredith actually shows up at his cabin in Blue Hill, Maine, with an apology, a pot roast, and a proposal—play along until she secures her TV deal, and she’ll help him win back his ex. It’s a simple plan, but if they have any chance of pulling it off, they’ll have to survive each other first... Each book in the Blue Hill Brides series is STANDALONE: * The Duplicate Bride * The Matchmaker Bride

Download or read book Love Austen Beginnings written by Britney M. Mills and published by Opal Ink Publishing. This book was released on with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A heartwarming duology about the beginnings of the Love, Austen company, dedicated to matchmaking. Book 1: Love, Austen A matchmaker who can’t commit, a jaded divorce lawyer, and a mutually beneficial business agreement. Matchmaker Meg Austen is focused on one thing—finding the financial backing to create the app for her company, Love, Austen. When the investment firm tells her she needs a boyfriend to prove her faith in her matchmaking process, she fears her dreams might never become a reality. Sure, she can match up other people, but love for herself. She's not interested. Parker Matthews is determined to get the partnership left vacant by his father’s death. But when a colleague suggests having a girlfriend will increase his chances to get the partnership, he panics--he's cut women out of his life completely after his last relationship and wouldn't even know who to ask. As they spend real time together, their fake feelings change. But when their fears about commitment resurface, can they find a way to work past them? Or will Meg and Parker have to find another way to get what they want while mending their broken hearts? Book 2: Austen, Party of Two A food truck owner, a restaurant critic and a charity bake-off. Known as the One-Date Wonder, Lexi Sarmiento threw herself into her food truck pastry business after a bad relationship during culinary school. When her best friend approaches her about helping with a celebrity bake-off for charity, she can’t say no. But when she’s assigned to coach the gorgeous jerk from a speed dating event the week before, she’s ready to throw in the towel. Fitness guru and local journalist, Brennen Peters jumps at the chance to participate in a bake-off supporting a charity that means a lot to his family. Still mourning the loss of his parents, and taking orders from the girl he scorned on a speed-date-gone-wrong, he isn't sure his nerves can handle the heat in the kitchen, especially when he doesn't know the first thing about yeast and egg wash. But the more time he spends with Lexi, the more his expectations for love shift, and he finds himself ready to take a leap. Will their budding romance survive their past prejudice? Enjoy these lighthearted contemporary romance stories!

Download or read book Once Upon a Summer Night written by Nancy Scanlon and published by Diversion Books. This book was released on 2017-04-11 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Time, worlds, and hearts collide in this mesmerizing time-travel romance, perfect for fans of Diana Gabaldon. Colin O’Rourke is expanding Celtic Connections, his matchmaking business, to the UK and Ireland. However, its success is threatened before it opens its doors when a prominent UK gossip columnist publishes a slanderous article about his company. The columnist agrees to retract her column...if he can successfully match her stubbornly single niece. Eleanor Carberry is content with her life as a London bookshop owner. She has everything she needs?books, tea, and an aunt who is more like a mother. When her aunt asks Ellie to be Celtic Connections’s first client, to determine if the company can match everyday people and not just London’s wealthiest, Ellie reluctantly agrees. When Colin and Ellie meet, their connection is undeniable. And though he’s drawn to her, Colin knows there’s more at stake than his own happiness—as an O’Rourke Protector, he has duties that call him to the past. He knows Ellie could be his future, but her aunt has made it clear that if he doesn’t match her with a specific type of man, she’ll ensure Celtic Connections’s failure. Despite the distance Colin tries to keep, Fate has other plans when Ellie takes an unexpected trip back in time...once upon a summer night.

Download or read book Once Upon a Time written by John Morgan and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1983-11-24 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wide range of motivating and engaging stories from many cultures and sources.