I didnt know who she was when she asked me for a tattoo, but she marked my soul forever.

Sagan

Esme floated into my life like a bird. Just as quickly, she flew away, leaving me intrigued, infatuated, and undone. She left me wanting more. I know what everyone thinks of my obsession. A guy like me has no business pursuing a relationship with an heiress of her renown. What would we talk about? What would her friends and family think of me?

All those questions are meaningless, however, when I receive information about Esmes current condition. Something is terribly wrong, and she desperately needs a friend. As soon as I step in to help, it feels like Ive found my true calling in life. Being with her is as vital as breathing.

Esme

I dont understand why its happening again. After Briar completed her internship and went back to school, I felt so much better. But now, a year later, the voices have returned. The whispers. The bumps in the night. On top of that, my familys estate is crumbling around me, and pressure is mounting to make decisions about the future. All I want to do is lie in bed until the holiday season is over.

When that tattoo artist, Sagan, finds me languishing behind lock and key, I barely have it in me to ask what the hell hes doing here. I dont know why he thinks he can help me when no doctors or practitioners have been able to ease my troubles. Still, something about the rough-and-tumble tattoo artist makes me feel safer than Ive felt in a long time. But I know what happens when I get attached.

Sagan will have to leave eventually, and the torment will begin again.

Just one teeny summoning spell…what could go wrong?

Portia

Ive got good news and bad news. The good news is, a vision told me I'd have a date for this year's Halloween party. The bad news is, it's October 31 already, and the mysterious would-be-date has yet to show his stupid face.

Frankly, Im tired of waiting for an unknown Mr. Right to show up for one measly date. So, I'm taking matters into my own hands and conjuring myself a date with a succubus-for-hire. Just one quick, harmless contract with a demon escort is all I need. And all he has to do is stand next to me, match my costume, and make me feel pretty and desired. The powers-that-be won't notice such a minor dabbling in forbidden magic on Halloween, of all nights. And if they do? My demon date will have slithered on back to hell before anyone notices what I've done. No muss, no fuss.

She thanked me with a kiss, then said goodbye. But Briar wont get away from me that easily.

Briar

I landed what I thought was a dream internship, but assisting an eccentric heiress has turned out to be way above my pay grade. When a gorgeous small-town firefighter helps me out of a jam at the town of Fates fall festival, I sort-of-accidentally thank him with more than a hug. Clearly, that was a mistake because now he wont stop pursuing me. But if I want to keep this internship, I cant let anyone distract meno matter how good that kiss was.

Rowan

The annual fall festival brings in interesting characters from all over　but nobody more interesting than a stressed-out college intern named Briar. For me, its love at first sight. When Briar nearly gets herself fired, I help her out with no expectation of gratitude. But the beautiful Briar does something that fixes her in my mind permanently. That kiss meant more to her than shes letting on, and Ill do whatever it takes to keep her in my life.

The season of pumpkins, changing leaves and cozy drinks is here

and nothing goes better with autumn than a romance read.

But why settle for one romance when you can read FOUR in one sitting?

Essentially Autumn is a collection of Abbys favorite fall-themed novellas, chock full of spice, meet cutes, fall festival shenanigans, magic potions, emotional homecomings and, of course, happily-ever afters. Includes FOUR never-before-published bonus epilogues!

This volume contains the following:

Pumpkin King

Henry, a small town pumpkin farmer, takes a chance on hiring Jane, a single mom whos down on her luck, and they both get much more than they bargained for.

Pumpkin　Spice

Maxine “Pumpkin” Novak is coming home to Chicago to do three things: eat turkey with her family, chill with her best friend, and avoid all the people who gave her that nickname. But a run-in with an old classmate sidetracks her plans in a heartbeat.

Bartender Talbot “Stoner” Spice has worked hard to live down his high school nickname and work through the demons of his past. When his old crush, Max, walks into his bar two days before Thanksgiving, everything he knows turns upside down. (Content notes: Some issues discussed in this novella may be difficult for certain readers. Specifically, non-graphic, non-descriptive mentions of past SA of the hero and religious trauma. Please take care of yourself first and always.)

The Halloween Bet

Dive bartender Blake has zero interest in joining in the silliness of his towns Fall Festival, including a new ghost tour of a house thats definitely not haunted. Blakes ex girlfriend and local historian Dahlia is determined to get Blake into the spirit, and bets him that he wont last one night at the haunted house without getting properly spooked.

Halloween Flip: A paranormal romantic comedy

Maple wishes her unappreciative boss could spend a single day in her shoes. But maybe she should not speak her wishes out loud, within earshot of her boss, so close to Halloween, while drinking a suspicious brew given to her by a stranger in a town full of whackos who believe in magic. Hollis has been under Maples spell since the day they met. Sure, hed like to get closer to her. But not close enough to literally take over her body.

Sigurd

My family is…a lot. They always have been. Between royal engagements, and now the king's mission to marry off all of the siblings, I've had my fill. What do I do when I've had enough? I disappear. Keep moving — that's the best way to stay hidden. Things don't go as planned, however, when I show up to a rustic hideaway to find someone else on the property. If I had any sense, I'd run along. But something about this woman is making me want to stay put, at least for a while.

Anastasia

The third prince in line to the throne has a lot of nerve showing up here to ruin my vacation. All I wanted was some time away from the city and get a break from people. Sigurd doesn't care about any of that — he thinks it's his duty to save me from myself. If the grumpy outdoorsman insists on staying, fine. But if he thinks I'm going to take my vacation elsewhere, he's got another think coming.

Jakob

Lately, city life is nothing but talk of royal weddings and royal romances.

It's getting the better of me. The constant chatter is a reminder of who I am and what I did. I don't want that kind of attention. When one phone call changes my life, it comes at just the right time. I'm reminded of my childhood best friend Jo and the silly marriage pact we made, which is starting to sound less and less silly the more I think about it. A quiet life in a small village with my best friend — far away from all the royal chatter — is exactly what I need.

Jo

Ever since Jakob and I lost touch almost 15 years ago, I've never felt like anyone else could compare.

Our innocent marriage pact, and Jakob's dear friendship, has stuck with me. That boy is also the source of my biggest sadness, as he never wrote me back. All of that changes in one fateful moment. Suddenly, Jakob is back in my life. My quiet village existence will never be the same. It almost seems too good to be true, but I'll enjoy every second while it lasts.

Journey

I'm nervous about my job interview in the big city. I need to blow off some steam. When a mysterious older man helps me out of a jam, he turns out to be the perfect candidate to help me work off some of that anxiety. We have one magical night together. Even better? My interview the next day goes so well that I'm hired on the spot. Here's where everything falls apart: The restaurant changes hands suddenly, and I don't know who I'll be working for anymore. When I meet my egotistical new boss, I”m mortified. I'd recognize that face anywhere…and those hands that hands that did filthy things to me all night long.

Jason

I keep to myself, but I can't help but assist a damsel in distress. Journey is on an entirely different level, and the minute I spot her, I'm obsessed. One incredible night is not enough. I'll do anything to be with her again, even if it means buying up every restaurant she applies to as a sous chef. Am I a human resources nightmare? Obviously. Do I care? Not in the slightest. She may not appreciate my tactics at work, but she sure did like the way I bossed her around the other night. We can have that again. We can have that every night. Journey is mine, and the sooner she realizes that, the better.

Flora

I'm a princess, and therefore I'm expected to marry someone from the right family.

The truth is, I've been in love with a commoner for as long as I can remember. When my family finds out, it's going to get loud in this palace. But first, I have to make it through this coronation. I don't know if it's just nerves about ascending to the throne, but I can't shake the feeling that someone, somewhere, wants to break us up. I just have to believe that in the end, love conquers all.

Hayden

Have you ever been so moved by a stranger's act of kindness that you follow her home? Me neither. But that's exactly what I find myself doing after the beautiful Mills helps me out of a jam at the airport. In fairness to me, she did mention that her car needs to be fixed, so it would only be right if I stalk–I mean FOLLOW–her for a while, just to make sure she's safe. That's where I draw the line. Because showing up at her audition, her dog park, and everywhere else she frequents would be wrong. So very wrong. And I will not be doing any of that…or will I?

The single dad and the doctor

Owen

One terrible blind date with the town doctor is not enough to make me get over her. Am I delusional? That's a strong possibility. Am I guilty of using my adorable toddler to talk to Dr. Daisy Allen every chance I get? Absolutely I am.

Daisy

When I moved to the quiet, charming town of Fate to set up my medical practice, I had no intention of finding love. I agreed a blind date with hot single dad Owen Mosley just to appease the well-meaning townsfolk. That was … interesting. As much as I try to put that awkward night behind me, it's pretty tough to avoid people in a tiny town—especially when that hot single dad is constantly making appointments to see me with his perfectly healthy kid.

Carter

Im not a guy who lets his emotions guide his decisions. But one look at the ray of sunshine called Summer, and it takes every ounce of resolve not to haul her over my shoulder and carry her away toward the life she deserves. Summers effect on me is as sweet and instant as a milkshake brain freeze. If she and her sister insist on pitching their fro yo business to my twin Cooper and me, they can save their breath. Making their dreams come true is a foregone conclusion.

Summer

I never thought I would have to flirt to make my business dreams come true. It goes against my principles. But if my sister Harmony and I dont get the funding we need, our goal of opening a gourmet frozen yogurt shop in our small town will never see the light of day. The billionaire brothers are our last chance. The outgoing Cooper seems on board, but the grumpy, brooding Carter comes with a hard shell thats tough to crack. But Im certain hes sweet as sugar just under the surface, and Im down to do whatever I have to do.

Cooper

The last thing I expected was to be struck by an obsession with a woman who wants to open a brick-and-mortar frozen yogurt shop. Its a terrible idea. Am I planning to fork over every penny that Harmony needs from an investor? Absolutely.

Harmony

Who needs to charm wealthy strangers into helping me open a shop in my quaint small town? Not me, the poster child for trust issues. When a friendly and handsome billionaire wants in, though, my insides feel warm and my brain feels murky. Mixing business with dating? Not an option. Coopers money might make him and his twin brother the right partners for our business, but thats where it has to end. Taking a chance in business is one thing. Taking a chance with my heart is not on the table.