Stories of Passion and Magic

A Novella from the Once Upon a Rose AnthologyIn war-torn Scotland, a wounded lass finds shelter in an abbey, tending roses in a haunted rose garden. A fierce warrior, recovering from battle, is drawn to this shy, broken beauty. When duty threatens to tear them apart, can love's magic intervene? New York Times best-selling author Ruth Ryan Langan, who also writes under the pseudonym R. C. Ryan, is the author of over 100 novels, both contemporary romantic-suspense and historical adventure. Quite an accomplishment for this mother of five who, after her youngest child started school, gave herself the gift of an hour a day to follow her dream to become a published author.Ruth has given dozens of radio, television and print interviews across the country and Canada, and has been quoted in such diverse publications as THE WALL STREET JOURNAL and COSMOPOLITAN. Ruth has also been interviewed on CNN NEWS, as well as GOOD MORNING AMERICA. Three novellas of passion and magic from Once Upon anthologies. Includes historical and contemporary romance novellas.

A Novella from the Once Upon a Kiss AnthologyIn return for protection from barbarians, Arianna's father has pledged her hand to a fearsome laird, but on the journey to his castle, his trusted warrior captures her heart. How can she find the courage to follow her heart without bringing dishonor upon her father? New York Times best-selling author Ruth Ryan Langan, who also writes under the pseudonym R. C. Ryan, is the author of over 100 novels, both contemporary romantic-suspense and historical adventure. Quite an accomplishment for this mother of five who, after her youngest child started school, gave herself the gift of an hour a day to follow her dream to become a published author.Ruth has given dozens of radio, television and print interviews across the country and Canada, and has been quoted in such diverse publications as THE WALL STREET JOURNAL and COSMOPOLITAN. Ruth has also been interviewed on CNN NEWS, as well as GOOD MORNING AMERICA. Three novellas of passion and magic from Once Upon anthologies. Includes historical and contemporary romance novellas.

A Novella from the Once Upon a Midnight AnthologyAn American businesswoman, disillusioned by betrayal, finds herself charmed by a stranger on a trip to Scotland, only to fear that she has once again been betrayed. Or has she? New York Times best-selling author Ruth Ryan Langan, who also writes under the pseudonym R. C. Ryan, is the author of over 100 novels, both contemporary romantic-suspense and historical adventure. Quite an accomplishment for this mother of five who, after her youngest child started school, gave herself the gift of an hour a day to follow her dream to become a published author.Ruth has given dozens of radio, television and print interviews across the country and Canada, and has been quoted in such diverse publications as THE WALL STREET JOURNAL and COSMOPOLITAN. Ruth has also been interviewed on CNN NEWS, as well as GOOD MORNING AMERICA. Three novellas of passion and magic from Once Upon anthologies. Includes historical and contemporary romance novellas.

The Roses of GlenrossA Novella from the Once Upon a Rose AnthologyIn war-torn Scotland, a wounded lass finds shelter in an abbey, tending roses in a haunted rose garden. A fierce warrior, recovering from battle, is drawn to this shy, broken beauty. When duty threatens to tear them apart, can love's magic intervene?Sealed with a KissA Novella from the Once Upon a Kiss AnthologyIn return for protection from barbarians, Arianna's father has pledged her hand to a fearsome laird, but on the journey to his castle, his trusted warrior captures her heart. How can she find the courage to follow her heart without bringing dishonor upon her father?Dream LoverA Novella from the Once Upon a Midnight AnthologyAn American businesswoman, disillusioned by betrayal, finds herself charmed by a stranger on a trip to Scotland, only to fear that she has once again been betrayed. Or has she? New York Times best-selling author Ruth Ryan Langan, who also writes under the pseudonym R. C. Ryan, is the author of over 100 novels, both contemporary romantic-suspense and historical adventure. Quite an accomplishment for this mother of five who, after her youngest child started school, gave herself the gift of an hour a day to follow her dream to become a published author.Ruth has given dozens of radio, television and print interviews across the country and Canada, and has been quoted in such diverse publications as THE WALL STREET JOURNAL and COSMOPOLITAN. Ruth has also been interviewed on CNN NEWS, as well as GOOD MORNING AMERICA. Three novellas of passion and magic from Once Upon anthologies. Includes historical and contemporary romance novellas.

FALCON'S LAIRA Novella from the Once Upon a Castle AnthologyA young American travels to England to free her father's friend from a fatal curse . . . and discovers a helping hand from a charming, handsome spirit. THE CURSE OF CASTLE CLOUGHA Novella from the Once Upon a Star AnthologyWhile appraising the contents of a haunted castle, a beautiful professor uncovers a shocking series of secrets-and falls in love with a desperate lord who's fighting to save everything he holds dear . . . THE ENCHANTMENTA Novella from the Once Upon a Dream AnthologyIn an abandoned estate on a storm-swept night two strangers seek refuge-only to discover that their most elusive dreams of romance are as enchanted, and as real, as true love itself . . . BLOOD ON THE MOONA Novella from the Moon Shadows AnthologyAmid the misty Highlands, a spirited young woman crosses paths with a brooding warrior bound by honor and haunted by shadows of the past. Under a blood-red moon, passion and peril entwine-threatening to claim both their hearts and their lives . . . New York Times best-selling author Ruth Ryan Langan, who also writes under the pseudonym R. C. Ryan, is the author of over 100 novels, both contemporary romantic-suspense and historical adventure. Quite an accomplishment for this mother of five who, after her youngest child started school, gave herself the gift of an hour a day to follow her dream to become a published author.Ruth has given dozens of radio, television and print interviews across the country and Canada, and has been quoted in such diverse publications as THE WALL STREET JOURNAL and COSMOPOLITAN. Ruth has also been interviewed on CNN NEWS, as well as GOOD MORNING AMERICA. Three novellas of passion and magic from Once Upon anthologies. Includes historical and contemporary romance novellas.