Whether they're out on the range or working in town, these men are rough, rugged, and ready for action. They're true-blue cowboys and the stays of these brand new Christmas novellas from New York Times bestselling authors Diana Palmer and Heather Graham, set against the snowy backdrop of Colorado.

THE PERFECT GIFT * Diana Palmer Rancher Ty Blakeney has more than enough reasons to be grumpy. Plus, it's unseasonably cold, Christmas decorations are up annoyingly early, and now there's a wailing little boy on his property, a frantic young woman chasing after him. Ty recognizes her, recently orphaned, scraping by to raise her young brother. Both of them as alone as he is. But between the three of them, along with a puppy in need of a home-and the magic of the holidays-they might just discover the gift of family comes in all kinds of packages. CHRISTMAS, CRIME, AND A COWBOY * Heather Graham When successful New York artist Jessy Danson inherits her beloved late grandfather's Colorado property, she's forced to tear herself away from her busy city life. While she hopes to wrap things up in time to leave for Christmas, her disinterest in the house's rich history baffles Wyatt McFarlane, her grandfather's handsome neighbor. But the house-and Wyatt-become exceptionally interesting when dangerous robbers break in, determined that Jessy will lead them to a hidden treasure. It's a good thing there's a hero right next door . . .