Book excerpt: A feel good festive novella from USA Today bestselling author Cindi Madsen. 'A runaway bride, a grumpy sheriff, lots of witty banter, laughs and chemistry make this a very enjoyable story' ***** Regina never dreamt that when she got to the end of the aisle, her fiancé would say he didn't want to marry her. Heartbroken and embarrassed, and still in her wedding dress, she jumps in her car and just drives. When she ends up in the small town of Friendship, she has no idea what will come next but after a few drinks too many, she is welcomed to town by a grumpy, yet handsome, sheriff. Emmett is used to carrying a lot of weight on his shoulders, but meeting Regina is like a breath of fresh air and soon sparks start to fly. Will these two lonely souls be able to heal each other and find the love they deserve? Take one jilted bride, one serious (-ly handsome) sheriff, add a bunch of matchmaking townsfolk and some laugh out loud banter and you've got the perfect festive read. *Originally published in the Christmas With You anthology Why readers love Runaway Christmas Bride: 'A beautifully written festive read' 'Oh man... this story had a soft smile on my face the whole time and when I finished, I cried happy tears just like you would at any wedding. Super sweet story!' 'A cute read about a grumpy sheriff and the runaway bride who captured his attention' 'Love this. . . I truly enjoyed their story and didn't want it to end'