The Dogmothers Books

Meet The Dogmothers…two matchmaking grannies who are opposites in life but lined up on love. Together, along with a duo of darling dachshunds, these two won’t stop until all their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. Firefighter Braden Mahoney’s world is turned upside down when his beloved Weimaraner, Jelly Bean, fails the canine arson investigator test. Desperate to raise funds for Jelly’s advanced training, Braden takes the Dogmothers’ suggestion that he get help from event planner Cassie Santorini. He certainly doesn’t mind the idea of spending time with the Greek goddess who’s captured his attention from the moment she arrived. For Cassie, family has always come first, and she put her big-city dreams on hold during the years her father was ill. Now, she has a plan to leave, and nothing is going to stop her. But when she works closely with Braden to organize a scavenger hunt, she starts to wonder if those dreams might not be realized right in the small town of Bitter Bark. As they embark on an adventure that puts the fun in fundraising, Cassie and Braden fall deeply in love but can’t quite figure out how to navigate their way into each other’s arms. It’ll take a dog with a bad nose and good heart – and two very determined grannies -- to follow the clues and find their happy ending. The Dogmothers – A heartwarming romance series set in a small town with a big family and plenty of dogs! Hot Under the Collar – Book 1 Three Dog Night – Book 2 Dachshund Through the Snow – Book 3 Chasing Tail – Book 4 Hush Puppy – Book 5 Man’s Best Friend – Book 6 Feliz Naughty Dog – Book 7 Faux Paws – Book 8 Peppermint Bark – Book 9

Alex Santorini puts his family first and foremost, and that’s going to keep him behind the grill at the family restaurant for the rest of his life, especially if his Greek grandmother has anything to say about it. But when a local winery needs a chef to step in to cook for a celebrity wedding, Alex jumps at the opportunity to showcase his culinary skills…and a chance to get closer to the winery owner who has captivated – and refused – his attention. Grace Donovan is in a bind and knows that the answer to all her problems is one sexy Greek chef who has everything she needs…and everything that scares the hell out of her. Raised in a series of ever-changing foster homes, Grace has spent her life using science and logic to surround herself with protective walls. With all his passion and intensity, Alex could burn those walls down and, like everyone else in her life, leave her broken and alone. As Alex and Grace join forces to land the wedding of the year, they also launch a search for the mother of a three puppies abandoned at the winery…only to discover a shocking connection to Grace’s own mother and her shadowy past. When the truth comes out, their romance faces its greatest test. Will Grace choose the family she’s wanted her whole life…or the love she may never find again? The Dogmothers – a brand new spinoff series by Roxanne St. Claire In this new spin-off series from The Dogfather, there’s laughter, love, heartache, hope, and happy endings in store when two polar opposite grandmothers team up to make matches and wreak a little havoc in Bitter Bark, North Carolina. Yiayia has the steel spine of a Greek warrior, and Gramma Finnie has the heart of an Irish poet. Together, along with two darling dachshunds, these Dogmothers won’t stop until all nine of their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. With nine full length novels planned, plus a holiday novella every year, readers are in for a treat that will take them through 2021! Fans of The Dogfather series will find the same level of emotional intensity, familiar family connections and characters, and, of course, an unforgettable dog at the very heart of every story . Just like The Dogfather, the covers of The Dogmothers were all photographed at Alaqua Animal Refuge in Florida using rescue dogs and local heroes , and a portion of the first month’s sales of every book is donated to that amazing organization.

Meet The Dogmothers - A heartwarming romance series set in a small town with a big family and plenty of dogs! On a snowy Christmas Eve in the town of Bitter Bark, Agnes Santorini—Yiayia to the many who love her—is on a quest to make her own holiday dreams come true. With her partner-in-crime, Gramma Finnie, by her side, Yiayia sets out to finally adopt the perfect little dachshund she believes was sent from heaven just for her. But the mission is a challenge with one obstacle after another placed in their way. As they steer their way to her puppy, Yiayia finally shares the secrets of her past while the two grannies embark on a journey of friendship, love, and discovery. When they arrive at their final destination, Yiayia may finally realize the true meaning and magic of Christmas, and see the world in a whole new light. The Dogmothers These two matchmaking grannies are opposites in life but lined up on love. One has the steel spine of a Greek warrior, the other the heart of an Irish poet. Together, along with a duo of darling dachshunds, these two won’t stop until all their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. Hot Under the Collar – Book 1 Three Dog Night – Book 2 Dachshund Through the Snow – Book 3 Chasing Tail – Book 4 Hush Puppy – Book 5 Man’s Best Friend – Book 6 Feliz Naughty Dog – Book 7 Faux Paws – Book 8 Peppermint Bark – Book 9

The Dogmothers - A heartwarming romance series set in a small town with a big family and plenty of dogs! When firefighter Connor Mahoney throws his hat into the Bitter Bark mayoral race, he’s confident of victory, especially with his brilliant idea of teaming up with Frank, a local canine hero. But his plans take an unexpected turn when the matchmaking Dogmothers decide to enlist Sadie Hartman, a newcomer from Washington DC, as his campaign manager. Connor doesn’t hate the idea of working with attractive political strategist, but she’s deeply reluctant for mysterious reasons. Sadie Hartman is determined to leave her disillusionment with politics behind until she discovers that Connor’s opponent is a sworn enemy of hers. Certain that Connor and his dog will lose, she enters the race herself. As tensions rise and the stakes get higher, Sadie and Connor soon find out that there are forces determined to make them both fail. Can they take a risk to win the race even if it means losing their hearts? The Dogmothers Series These two matchmaking grannies are opposites in life but lined up on love. One has the steel spine of a Greek warrior, the other the heart of an Irish poet. Together, along with a duo of darling dachshunds, these two won’t stop until all their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. Hot Under the Collar – Book 1 Three Dog Night – Book 2 Dachshund Through the Snow – Book 3 Chasing Tail – Book 4 Hush Puppy – Book 5 Man’s Best Friend – Book 6 Feliz Naughty Dog – Book 7 Faux Paws – Book 8 Peppermint Bark – Book 9

The Dogmothers - A heartwarming romance series set in a small town with a big family and plenty of dogs! John Santorini faces a whirlwind summer. Juggling business woes and troubles at his Greek restaurant, his world shifts when a lively little girl takes a liking to his mischievous new puppy at the park. Things get even more complicated when his grandmother insists he spend time with the little girl’s beautiful single mom, a young widow who’s new to Bitter Bark. Summer Jackson might have come to Bitter Bark to find someone from her past, but an unexpected encounter with a charismatic dog owner has her thinking about the future. She’s enchanted by John’s warmth, especially when his puppy helps fix her daughter’s struggle with a stutter. But when shadows from the past threaten their new love, will John have to settle for a Summer fling…or do the Dogmothers have the recipe for romance one more time? The Dogmothers Series - Two matchmaking grannies are opposites in life but lined up on love. One has the steel spine of a Greek warrior, the other the heart of an Irish poet. Together, along with a duo of darling dachshunds, these two won’t stop until all their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. Hot Under the Collar – Book 1 Three Dog Night – Book 2 Dachshund Through the Snow – Book 3 Chasing Tail – Book 4 Hush Puppy – Book 5 Man’s Best Friend – Book 6 Feliz Naughty Dog – Book 7 Faux Paws – Book 8 Peppermint Bark – Book 9

The Dogmothers - A heartwarming romance series set in a small town with a big family and plenty of dogs! In the heart of the Carolina mountains, best friends and college sweethearts Declan Mahoney and Evie Hewitt share one unforgettable camping trip. But tragedy strikes the next morning when they learn Declan’s firefighter father has lost his life saving Evie’s family and home. Devastated by grief, Declan retreats from Evie, setting them on separate paths for twenty years. Now, Evie has returned to Bitter Bark, where a couple of unstoppable grannies conspire to reunite the lost lovers. With a “chance” encounter and a furry matchmaker, Declan and Evie are brought back together. When old flames ignite, both of them dare to dream about a future despite the heartbreak in their past…until Declan discovers the truth about his father’s death. Then they have to fight for their love or see their second chance go up in smoke. The Dogmothers Series Meet two matchmaking grannies who are opposites in life but lined up on love. One has the steel spine of a Greek warrior, the other the heart of an Irish poet. Together, along with a duo of darling dachshunds, these two won’t stop until all their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. Hot Under the Collar – Book 1 Three Dog Night – Book 2 Dachshund Through the Snow – Book 3 Chasing Tail – Book 4 Hush Puppy – Book 5 Man’s Best Friend – Book 6 Feliz Naughty Dog – Book 7 Faux Paws – Book 8 Peppermint Bark – Book 9

The Dogmothers - A heartwarming romance series set in a small town with a big family and plenty of dogs! ' Tis the season for Christmas chaos! Pru Kilcannon is on a mission to spread holiday cheer for her high school fundraiser with a little assist from her great-grandmothers. But when the grannies decide Pru’s partner for the day will be broody bad boy Lucas Darling and his mischief-making greyhound, Tor, all their plans take a hilarious turn. As Pru and Lucas reluctantly agree to the partnership, they get roped into a top-secret mission with the Dogmothers—spying on Yiayia’s online date. With Gramma Finnie convinced Yiayia’s silver fox Santa is a mobster, it’s up to Pru and Lucas to keep the peace and prevent a Christmas catastrophe. But when Tor unleashes mayhem at the mall, sparks fly – along with a few of elves – leading to some festive young romance and the most magical Christmas yet. The Dogmothers Two matchmaking grannies who are opposites in life but lined up on love. One has the steel spine of a Greek warrior, the other the heart of an Irish poet. Together, along with a duo of darling dachshunds, these two won’t stop until all their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. Hot Under the Collar – Book 1 Three Dog Night – Book 2 Dachshund Through the Snow – Book 3 Chasing Tail – Book 4 Hush Puppy – Book 5 Man’s Best Friend – Book 6 Feliz Naughty Dog – Book 7 Faux Paws – Book 8 Peppermint Bark – Book 9

The Dogmothers - A heartwarming romance series set in a small town with a big family and plenty of dogs! Navy engineer Theo Santorini finds himself at a personal and professional crossroads with his once charmed life now in disarray. When he rescues a desperate dog he names Clementine during a cross country trip home to Bitter Bark, his grandmother and her cohort step in with an unorthodox suggestion to help both man and dog. Skeptical but intrigued, Theo enlists the help of a beautiful “pet psychic” to assist with Clementine’s recovery. Ayla Hollis is a runaway bride seeking a fresh start, ready to finally stop hiding her unique gift as an animal communicator. As she works to heal Clementine, she finds herself drawn to Theo, despite the fact that nothing can convince him that her abilities are real. Their attraction certainly is, however, with undeniable chemistry between them. But when Ayla’s psychic skills land them in danger, their love – and a dog’s life – is on the line. Ayla’s gift could save them all, but only if Theo will finally risk his heart and believe. The Dogmothers - Two matchmaking grannies who are opposites in life but lined up on love. One has the steel spine of a Greek warrior, the other the heart of an Irish poet. Together, along with a duo of darling dachshunds, these two won’t stop until all their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. Hot Under the Collar – Book 1 Three Dog Night – Book 2 Dachshund Through the Snow – Book 3 Chasing Tail – Book 4 Hush Puppy – Book 5 Man’s Best Friend – Book 6 Feliz Naughty Dog – Book 7 Faux Paws – Book 8 Peppermint Bark – Book 9

The Dogmothers - A heartwarming romance series set in a small town with a big family and plenty of dogs! Forty five years ago, Colleen Kilcannon was stood up for her high school prom, but it led to a lifetime of love with Joe Mahoney, the young firefighter who stepped in as her escort. Now, twenty years after Joe’s passing, Colleen is a sixty-something widow who cherishes her family and memories of a life with Joe. But when Tim McIntosh, an international business executive, returns to Bitter Bark to fulfill his father’s dying wish, he decides he owes a decades-old apology to Colleen. They are soon the next matchmaking target for the Dogmothers, who secretly assign them both the same dog to foster over the holidays. Co-fostering and sharing the Christmas season leads to old feelings, but their newfound friendship is threatened by some revelations and secrets that could have changed the path of their lives. It’ll take one clever Westie, two scheming grannies, and a whole lot of Christmas magic for Colleen and Tim to finally get a second chance at a dance that could last forever. The Dogmothers Series Two matchmaking grannies who are opposites in life but lined up on love. One has the steel spine of a Greek warrior, the other the heart of an Irish poet. Together, along with a duo of darling dachshunds, these two won’t stop until all their grandchildren are hooked, hitched, and happy. Hot Under the Collar – Book 1 Three Dog Night – Book 2 Dachshund Through the Snow – Book 3 Chasing Tail – Book 4 Hush Puppy – Book 5 Man’s Best Friend – Book 6 Feliz Naughty Dog – Book 7 Faux Paws – Book 8 Peppermint Bark – Book 9