Spring Fling: A Novel

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Rekindle your belief in the magic of first love and the charm of small towns with Annie England Noblins delightful friends-to-lovers romantic comedy, perfect for readers of Jill Shalvis and Sarah Adams.

Spring is in the air andMyliehas everything she could ever want: her tackle shop is thriving and employs a third of Clay Creek, Arkansas, and she lives with her beloved Granny and little sister Cassie, who both keep her on her toes. As tourists pour into town for the annual fishing tournament, Mylie is in her element and ready to bring her all-women team to victory.

After moving to Chicago,Bennever thought he would return to Clay Creek. But with both his grandfather and mother gone, hes left to deal with their estate. His plan is simple: come in quietly, fix up his lakeside childhood home, sell it quickly, and get out. He underestimates how quickly his arrival will stir up the local gossip, and how intensely his unresolved feelings for Mylie, his childhood best friend, will resurface.

Amid the buzz of competition and the rhythm of small-town life, Mylie and Ben find themselves unable to ignore their shared history. They tentatively explore a future together, despite the impending sale of Bens house and Mylies insistence on staying put in Clay Creek. Flings are easier said than done, and Mylie and Ben will have to address their clashing lifestyles before their feelings get away from them.

Told with Annie England Noblins signature wit, cozy charm, and a dash of spice,Spring Flingis the perfect friends-to-lovers read.

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"The title says it all. Christmas at Corgi Cove is a Hallmark movie in book form, complete with a charming small town and all the adorable corgis you could want...A read as cozy and delightful as an afternoon by a winter fire." Entertainment Weekly Christmas in Blue Dog Valleyis a sweet tale about new chances, new friends, and a new life far from the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles. Goldie is entranced by the locals who slowly begin to warm up to her. She also gets to meet the local animals: Large Marge, the horse; Alice, the cape-wearing alpaca; Kevin, the worst sheepdog around (who knows a good person when he meets Goldie!); and also Airport, the Sphinx cat that Goldie rescued at baggage claim. Romance Reviews Today Feelgood fiction at its finest. Annie England Noblin has crafted an utterly entertaining tale of unexpected chances and small-town secrets, and its as sweet and comforting as a hand-knit sweater and a warm puppy in your lap. Susan Wiggs,New York Timesbestselling author, onSt. Francis Society for Wayward Pets Noblins books are known for their connection to pets, and the animals are present here... Despite some heavy subject matterthe story is funny and light. Readers will bond with Maeve and her sweet disposition. Booklist onSt. Francis Society for Wayward Pets Fans of Mary Kay Andrews and Mary Alice Monroe will enjoy Noblins lighthearted second novel. For many readers, spending time immersed in Carolines world might be just the ticket. Library Journal on Just Fine with Caroline

Author Bio

Annie England Noblin lives with her son, husband, and four rescued bulldogs in the Missouri Ozarks. She graduated with an M.A. in Creative Writing from Missouri State University and currently teaches English for Arkansas State University. Her poetry has been featured in such publications as the Red Booth Review and the Moon City Review, and she co-edited and co-authored the coffee-table book Gillioz: Theatre Beautiful.