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In Firefly Valley: A Novel (Texas Crossroads) | From the Back Cover She's lost her dream job--but has she found the man of her dreams? Devastated by a downsizing, Marisa St. George has no choice but to return to the small Texas town where she grew up. Though it means a giant step backward, she accepts a position as business manager at the struggling Rainbow's End resort. The only silver lining: Blake Kendall, a new guest who might make her believe in love at first sight. But will Marisa's dreams of happily-ever-after be turned upside down when she discovers Blake's real identity?This warm and witty story of dreams deferred and mistaken identity will have you believing in second chances. Praise for Amanda Cabot "Amanda is a master at creating authentic characters with foibles and dreams."-- Jane Kirkpatrick , New York Times bestselling author of A Light in the Wilderness "Uplifting and inspiring, the story speaks to the way nostalgia wisely finds a place in the modern world."-- Publishers Weekly starred review of At Bluebonnet Lake Amanda Cabot is the bestselling author of the Texas Dreams series, the Westward Winds series, Christmas Roses , and At Bluebonnet Lake . Her books have been finalists for the ACFW Carol Awards and the Booksellers' Best. She lives in Wyoming. Learn more at www.amandacabot.com. About the Author Amanda Cabot is the bestselling author of several historical and contemporary romance series, including Mesquite Springs, Cimarron Creek Trilogy, Texas Crossroads, Texas Dreams, and Westward Winds. Her books have been finalists for the ACFW Carol Awards, the HOLT Medallion, and the Booksellers' Best. She lives in Wyoming. Learn more at www.amandacabot.com. | 0800734351 |
An Unbroken Heart (An Amish of Birch Creek Novel) | Review “Birch Creek continues to be a community filled with drama and romance as Fuller deftly juggles several story lines at once. As in the first title in this series, the secondary characters’ situations will leave readers wanting more.” 4 starred review -- RT Book Reviews About the Author With over two million copies sold, Kathleen Fuller is the USA TODAY bestselling author of several bestselling novels, including the Hearts of Middlefield novels, the Middlefield Family novels, the Amish of Birch Creek series, and the Amish Letters series as well as a middle-grade Amish series, the Mysteries of Middlefield. Visit her online at KathleenFuller.com; Instagram: @kf_booksandhooks; Facebook: @WriterKathleenFuller; Twitter: @TheKatJam. | 0718033183 |
Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back | About the Author Todd Burpo is pastor of Crossroads Wesleyan and a volunteer fireman. He and his wife, Sonja, have four children: Colton is an active teenager; he has an older sister, Cassie; a younger brother, Colby; and a very special sister he met in heaven. Sonja Burpo is a busy mom and pastor's wife. A certified elementary teacher, Sonja is passionate about children's ministry and helping women work through the difficulty of miscarriage. Lynn Vincent is the New York Times best-selling writer ofHeaven Is for Real and Same Kind of Different As Me. The author or coauthor of ten books, Lynn has sold 12 million copies since 2006. She worked for eleven years as a writer and editor at the national news biweekly WORLD magazine and is a U.S. Navy veteran. | 0849946158 |
Snow Creek: An absolutely gripping mystery thriller (Detective Megan Carpenter Book 1) | Review I was simply blown away by this… I couldn't look away…even when I wanted to. The story took me by my throat making me gasp every few chapters."― Shalini’s Books and Reviews --This text refers to the paperback edition. About the Author A #1 New York Times bestselling true-crime writer, Gregg Olsen is praised for his ability to create a detailed narrative that offers readers fascinating insights into the lives of real people and fictional characters caught in extraordinary circumstances. He has authored ten nonfiction books, over twenty novels, a novella, and a short story, which appeared in a collection edited by Lee Child. In addition to television and radio appearances, he has been featured in Redbook , USA Today , People , Salon magazine, Seattle Times , Los Angeles Times and the New York Post . He is a native of Seattle and currently lives in rural Washington state. --This text refers to the paperback edition. | B07XSB35SS |
Season of My Enemy (Heroines of Wwii) | Review Avid readers will snap up this World War II homefront tale, which contains timely messages of overcoming prejudice. Musch (Song for the Hunter) weaves moral lessons with a gentle touch and strong background research. The unlikely friendships are reminiscent of classic stories like Bette Greene's Summer of My German Soldier and Jack Cavanaugh's Dear Enemy. --Christine Barth "Library Journal" (4/27/2022 12:00:00 AM) About the Author Naomi Musch is an award-winning author who writes from a deer farm in the pristine north woods of Wisconsin, where she and husband Jeff live as epically as God allows near the families of their five adult children. When not in the physical act of writing or spending time loving on her passel of grandchildren, she can be found plotting stories as she roams around the farm, snacks out of the garden, and relaxes in her vintage camper. Naomi is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers, the Wisconsin Writers' Association, and the Lake Superior Writers. She loves engaging with others and can be found all around social media or at her site naomimusch.com | 1636092918 |
Deadlock (FBI: Houston) | Review "DiAnn Mills brings us another magnificent, inspirational thriller in her FBI: Houston series. Deadlock is a riveting, fast-paced adventure that will hold you captive from the opening pages to the closing epilogue." --FRESH FICTION "Mills's newest installment in the FBI: Houston series will keep readers on the edge of their seats. For those who love a good 'who-done-it,' Deadlock delivers." --CBA RETAILERS + RESOURCES "Mills does a superb job building the relationship between the two polar opposite detectives. With some faith overtones, Deadlock is an excellent police drama that even mainstream readers would enjoy." --ROMANTIC TIMES From the Back Cover This could be the case of their careers . . . if they can survive long enough to solve it. Two homicides have rocked the city of Houston. Are they the work of a serial killer, or is a copycat trying to get away with mur-der?That is the question facing Special Agent Bethany Sanchez, who is eager to begin her assignment in violent crime but anxious about meeting her new partner. Special Agent Thatcher Graves once arrested her brother, and he has a reputa-tion for being a maverick. Plus, their investigative styles couldn’t be more opposite: he operates on instinct; she goes by the book.When hot leads soon fizzle out, their differences threaten to leave them deadlocked. But an attempt on their lives turns up the heat, bringing them closer together, while new evidence suggests a shocking twist to the case. | 1414389957 |
Auschwitz Lullaby: A Novel | Review 'Through it all, Helene struggles not to lose hope or her humanity. This fictional rendering of Hannemann's life provides another lens through which to view the Holocaust' ( Booklist )'This fictional rendering of Hannemann's life provides another lens through which to view the Holocaust' ( Booklist ) --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition. About the Author Mario Escobar Golderos (Madrid, Spain) has a degree in History, with an advanced studies diploma in Modern History. He has written numerous books and articles about the Inquisition, the Protestant Reformation, and religious sects. He is the directs the magazine Nueva historia para el debate, in addition to being a contributing columnist in various publications. Passionate about history and its mysteries, Escobar has delved into the depths of church history, the different sectarian groups that have struggled therein, and the discovery and colonization of the Americas. He specializes in the lives of unorthodox Spaniards and Americans. Books. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition. | B077CWKDYR |
Crossfire: (An FBI Suspense Thriller and Action-Filled Crime Fiction) (Extreme Measures) | From the Back Cover She's never lost a hostage. Surely she can manage to take care of her sister. FBI special agent Julianna Jameson is a top-notch negotiator, but when her much younger sister, Dottie, needs a place to live while she finishes high school, Julianna's skills will be put to the test.Former sniper Clay Fox left the army after a tragic incident that he can't get past. Until he can figure out what to do with the rest of his life, he's working as a resource officer at a school. Dottie's school. When Julianna is called in to negotiate a courtroom hostage situation involving Clay's sister, he's impressed--and, if he's honest, a bit intimidated--by the calm, capable woman with the dark hair and blue eyes, and invites her to speak at the school. But as the anniversary of a school shooting from Julianna's past approaches, it becomes clear that her perfect record is about to be tested and that Dottie is at risk. If Julianna and Clay can't figure out who's behind the attacks, more innocent people will die--and Dottie is next in line. Praise for the Extreme Measures series "An edge-of-your-seat suspense thriller from start to finish."-- Library Journal on Life Flight About the Author Lynette Eason is the USA Today bestselling author of the Extreme Measures, Danger Never Sleeps, Blue Justice, Women of Justice, Deadly Reunions, Hidden Identity, and Elite Guardians series. She is the winner of three ACFW Carol Awards, the Selah Award, and the Inspirational Reader's Choice Award, among others. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina and has a master's degree in education from Converse College. Eason lives in South Carolina with her husband. They have two adult children. Learn more at www.LynetteEason.com. | 0800737350 |
Full Steam Ahead | From the Back Cover When love simmers between a reclusive scientist and a wealthy debutante, will they abandon ship or is it full steam ahead? Nicole Renard returns home to Galveston, Texas, to find her father deathly ill. Though she loves him, Nicole's father has always focused on what she's not . Not male. Not married. Not able to run Renard Shipping.Vowing to find a suitable husband to give her father the heir he desires before it's too late, Nicole sets out with the Renard family's greatest treasure as her dowry: the highly coveted Lafitte Dagger. But her father's rivals come after the dagger, forcing a change in Nicole's plans.After a boiler explosion aboard the Louisiana nearly took his life, Darius Thornton has been a man obsessed. He will do anything to stop even one more steamship disaster. Even if it means letting a female secretary into his secluded world.Nicole is determined not to let her odd employer scare her off with his explosive experiments, yet when respect and mutual attraction grow between them, a new fear arises. How can she acquire an heir for her father when her heart belongs to another? And when her father's rivals discover her hiding place, will she have to choose between that love and her family's legacy?"Witemeyer's latest is full-steam-ahead good! Readers will appreciate the research the author has done to give her story depth and give her characters added dimension. They will also enjoy the solid storyline, mystery elements and humorous moments." - RT Book Reviews About the Author Voted #1 Reader's Favorite Christian Romance Author of 2019 by Family Fiction Magazine , bestselling and Carol and Christy Award-winning author Karen Witemeyer offers warmhearted historical romance with a flair for humor, feisty heroines, and swoon-worthy Texas heroes. She makes her home in Abilene, Texas, with her husband and three children. Learn more about Karen and her books at karenwitemeyer.com. | 0764209671 |
Because You're Mine | Review 'Coble crafts a multifaceted plot with intricate tangles and turns. Her characters are believable and expose the stark difference between obsession and sacrificial love.' -- CBA Market book reviews'...the strength of the atmospheric setting and a romance with a divine touch carry the story with ease. The nod to Celtic music adds a beautiful layer to this suspenseful tale of love lost and found.' -- BookPage'Fans of Coble’s romantic suspense novels, as well as those who enjoy Irish music, will appreciate this sweet standalone’s backstage view of Ceol, a four-woman Celtic band, founded by Alanna Connolly, a beautiful red-haired Irish singer.' -- Publishers Weekly'For a psychological fiction novel as pure escapism from reality, this one is a good choice.' -- RT Book Reviews, 3 stars About the Author Colleen Coble is the USA TODAY bestselling author of more than seventy-five books and is best known for her coastal romantic suspense novels. Connect with her online at colleencoble.com; Instagram: @colleencoble; Facebook: colleencoblebooks; Twitter: @colleencoble. | 0718083806 |
The Fiddler (Home to Hickory Hollow) | From the Back Cover Come home to Hickory Hollow, Pennsylvania--the beloved setting where Beverly Lewis's celebrated Amish novels began--with new characters and new stories of drama, romance, and the ties that draw people together.A wrong turn in a rainstorm leads Englisher Amelia Devries to Michael Hostetler--and the young Amishman's charming Old Order community of Hickory Hollow. Despite their very different backgrounds, Amelia and Michael both feel hemmed in by the expectations of others and struggle with how to find room for their own hopes. And what first seems to be a chance encounter might just change their lives forever."Lewis's presentation of Amish life portrays the advantages and disadvantages of a community with definite rules and a solidarity that can be both enviable and constraining. The musical motifs offer welcome variation on very familiar Amish themes that Lewis renders in virtuoso style. This opens the Home to Hickory Hollow series, but stands alone nicely." --Publishers Weekly About the Author Beverly Lewis (beverlylewis.com), born in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, has more than 19 million books in print. Her stories have been published in 12 languages and have regularly appeared on numerous bestseller lists, including the New York Times and USA Today . Beverly and her husband, David, live in Colorado, where they enjoy hiking, biking, making music, and spending time with their family. | 0764209779 |
Chosen People | Review 'Intriguing international law combines with the continuing complex and charged dynamics between all faiths and cultures represented in Israel--as well as the masterful unpredictability of the plot--to keep readers riveted to the page, waiting to see how it all unfolds.' -- Hope by the Book'If you're looking for a book with unexpected twists and turns that delves into the cultures of Palestine, Israel and their peoples, you must check out this engaging novel.' -- Bookreporter.com'This tense legal thriller from Whitlow boasts intriguing characters . . . one gripping chapter leads to the next . . . Readers will have a hard time putting this one down.' -- Publishers Weekly'ongoing suspense and a satisfying conclusion' -- WORLD magazine About the Author Robert Whitlow is the bestselling author of legal novels set in the South and winner of the Christy Award for Contemporary Fiction. He received his JD with honors from the University of Georgia School of Law where he served on the staff of the Georgia Law Review. Website: robertwhitlow.com; Twitter: @whitlowwriter; Facebook: robertwhitlowbooks. | 0718083040 |
Steadfast Heart (Brides of Seattle) (Volume 1): Volume 1 (Brides of Seattle) | From the Back Cover Despite her spoiled upbringing, twenty-year-old Lenore Fulcher isn't pretentious. She simply believes a marriage should be built on true love. Her father, however, thinks she's wasted enough time searching for the perfect husband. He wants to marry her off to one of his business partners--who is seventeen years her senior--an idea that is out of the question for Lenore.Kolbein Booth, a young lawyer from Chicago, arrives in Seattle looking for his headstrong sister, who he believes may have answered an advertisement for mail-order brides. Sick with worry, he storms into the Madison Bridal School, demanding to see his sister, only to learn she isn't there. But Lenore Fulcher is, and something about her captures his attention.Is this the man Lenore has been searching for? She may not have long to find out... About the Author Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 100 novels. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Belgrade, Montana. Learn more at www.traciepeterson.com. | 0764210610 |
A Season to Wed: Three Winter Love Stories (A Year of Weddings Novella) | About the Author Cindy Kirk is a Booksellers’ Best Award Winner, a National Readers’ Choice Awards finalist and a Publishers Weekly bestselling author. Cindy has served on the Board of Directors of the Romance Writers of America (RWA) since 2007 and currently serves as President. She is a frequent speaker at national and regional writing conferences. Website: www.cindykirk.com Twitter: @CindyKirkAuthor Rachel Hauck is the New York Times , Wall Street Journal , and USA TODAY bestselling author of The Wedding Dress , which was also named Inspirational Novel of the Year by Romantic Times and was a RITA finalist. Rachel lives in central Florida with her husband and pet and writes from her ivory tower. Visit her online at RachelHauck.com; Facebook: RachelHauck; Twitter: @RachelHauck; Instagram: @rachelhauck. Cheryl Wyatt writes romance with virtue. She’s a USA Today bestselling author and has earned RT Top Picks, spots #1 and #4 on her debut publisher’s Top 10 Most-Blogged-About-Books list, Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Award, Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence final, and other awards. Cheryl loves readers! Join her newsletter at www.CherylWyatt.com . Facebook: CherylWyattAuthor Twitter: @cherylwyatt | 0310395887 |
A Bride in Store | From the Back Cover Impatient to meet her intended groom and help him grow his general store, mail-order bride Eliza Cantrell sets out on her travels a week early. But her plan goes sadly awry when her train is held up by robbers who steal her dowry and Axel, her groom-to-be, isn't even in town when she finally arrives.Axel's business partner, William Stanton, has no head for business and would much rather be a doctor. When his friend's mail-order bride arrives in town with no money and no groom in sight, he feels responsible and lets her help around the store--where she quickly proves she's much more adept at business than he ever will be.The sparks that fly between Will and Eliza as they work together in close quarters are hard to ignore, but Eliza is meant for Axel and a future with the store, while Will is biding his time until he can afford medical school. However, their troubles are far from over when Axel finally returns, and soon both Will and Eliza must decide what they're willing to sacrifice to chase their dreams--or if God has a new dream in store for them both. About the Author Carol Award-winning author Melissa Jagears is a homeschooling mom who writes Christian historical romance into the wee hours of the night. She's the author of the Unexpected Brides series, the Teaville Moral Society series, and Love by the Letter , a free prequel ebook novella. You can learn more about Melissa, her books, and where she hangs out online at www.melissajagears.com. | 0764211692 |
Bones Don't Lie (Morgan Dane Book 3) | About the Author Wall Street Journal bestselling author Melinda Leigh is a fully recovered banker. A lifelong lover of books, she started writing as a way to preserve her sanity when her youngest child entered first grade. During the next few years, she joined Romance Writers of America, learned a few things about writing a novel, and decided the process was way more fun than analyzing financial statements. Melinda’s debut novel, She Can Run , was nominated for Best First Novel by the International Thriller Writers. She’s also garnered Golden Leaf and Silver Falchion awards, along with nominations for a RITA and three Daphne du Maurier Awards. Her other novels include She Can Tell , She Can Scream , She Can Hide , She Can Kill , Midnight Exposure , Midnight Sacrifice , Midnight Betrayal , Midnight Obsession , Hour of Need , Minutes to Kill , Seconds to Live , Say You’re Sorry , and Her Last Goodbye . She holds a second-degree black belt in Kenpo karate; teaches women’s self-defense; and lives in a messy house with her husband, two teenagers, a couple of dogs, and two rescue cats. | B072QX6TG1 |
The House at Saltwater Point (A Lavender Tides Novel) | Review 'House flipper and blogger Ellie Blackmore tends to hide behind her glasses, but when her sister Mackenzie vanishes, Ellie can't hide from reality any longer--her sister may be dead. Grayson Bradshaw, a Coast Guard intelligence officer, has just received the shock of his life. His biological sister has informed him he's adopted. In their hometown, Grayson pursues a clever terrorist who has evaded him for too long. There, evidence connects the terrorist, Mackenzie, and the theft of a cocaine shipment. Grayson believes Mac has faked her own death to escape with the drugs. As attraction grows between Grayson and Ellie, they pursue the truth, with Grayson holding firmly to the evidence and Ellie to her heart. Coble fans will appreciate this book.' -- CBA Market'VERDICT: Taking place on Washington State's Puget Sound, this follow-up to The View from Rainshadow Bay features delightful characters and an evocative, atmospheric setting. Ideal for fans of romantic suspense and authors Dani Pettrey, Dee Henderson, and Brandilyn Collins.' -- Library Journal About the Author Colleen Coble is the USA TODAY bestselling author of more than seventy-five books and is best known for her coastal romantic suspense novels. Connect with her online at colleencoble.com; Instagram: @colleencoble; Facebook: colleencoblebooks; Twitter: @colleencoble. | 0718085809 |
Reason to Breathe (Chandler Sisters Novel) | About the Author Deborah Raney 's first novel, A Vow to Cherish , inspired the World Wide Pictures film of the same title. Deborah and her husband, Ken, traded life in Kansas--the setting of many of Deb's novels--for life in Missouri to be closer to their growing brood of grandchildren. They love traveling to teach at writers conferences across the country. Visit Deb on the web at DeborahRaney.com. | 1683700619 |
Just 18 Summers | About the Author Michelle Cox is the award-winning, bestselling author of nine books, a speaker, and a conference instructor. She writes the "Life with a Southern Grandmother" column for Guideposts.org and also writes for FoxNews.com. She's the creator/developer of the Just 18 Summers brand of parenting products and resources. Michelle has been a guest on numerous radio and television programs, including Hannity, the Harvest Show, and Focus on the Family. Most importantly, she's grandmama to six perfect grandchildren. Visit her at just18summers.com. | 1414386591 |
A Love Transformed (Sapphire Brides) | From the Back Cover Clara lacks for nothing in her lavish New York mansion--except love. When her husband, Adolph, dies suddenly, Clara Vesper is stunned. Not grief-stricken, as their marriage had never been a love match, but staggered by what might become of her and her children. For years she designed the sapphire jewelry that made her husband's company a fortune, but she has little money in her own name and soon discovers that she has inherited nothing. Fearing for the welfare of her two small children, she decides to take them to her aunt and uncle's ranch in Montana, the only place she has ever been happy.But much has changed since she last visited the Montana ranch, both for Clara and for those she was forced to leave behind. And when dangerous secrets from her late husband's past threaten everyone she loves, Clara must fight to remain where she can fulfill her dreams. About the Author Tracie Peterson (traciepeterson.com) is the bestselling author of more than 100 novels, both historical and contemporary, with more than 6 million copies sold. She has won the ACFW Lifetime Achievement Award and the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award. Her avid research resonates in her many bestselling series. Tracie and her family make their home in Montana. | 0764213261 |
Drawing Fire (Cold Case Justice) | From the Back Cover With a possible serial killer stalking elderly women in Long Beach, California, homicide detective Abby Hart’s best lead is Luke Murphy, an irritating private investigator who saw a suspect flee the scene of the latest homicide. But as she works with the handsome PI to unravel the serial killer case, she must also confront the spark between them. When Abby discovers that the most recent victim is related to the governor, she’s anxious to talk to him about a cold case that’s personal to her, one Luke is interested in as well.As she learns more about the restaurant fire that took her parents’ lives years ago, Abby discovers why Luke is so invested in finding the ones responsible. With everyone else telling her to walk away from this case, Abby and Luke search for evidence buried beneath years of deceit . . . and soon realize that someone will do anything to make sure this case remains cold. | 1414396686 |
Known (A Bone Secrets Novel Book 5) | About the Author Wall Street Journal bestselling author Kendra Elliot won the 2015 and 2014 Daphne du Maurier awards for Romantic Suspense. She was also an International Thriller Writers finalist for Best Paperback Original and a Romantic Times finalist for Romantic Suspense. She grew up in the lush Pacific Northwest and still lives there with her husband, three daughters, two cats, and a Pomeranian. She’s always been fascinated with forensics, refuses to eat anything green, and loves a strong mai tai on the beach on Kauai. Visit Kendra at www.kendraelliot.com. | B00Y0PIEZY |
Vicious Cycle (Intervention, Book 2) | Review “The second in Blackstock’s Intervention series is a fast-paced thriller . . . the portrayal of the dangers of drug abuse and the effects after rehab are fascinating.” -- Romantic Times From the Back Cover When fifteen-year-old Lance Covington finds an abandoned baby in the backseat of a car, he knows she's the newborn daughter of a meth addict he's been trying to help. But when police arrest him for kidnapping, Lance is thrust into a criminal world of baby trafficking and drug abuse.His mother, Barbara, looks for help from Kent Harlan---the man whom she secretly, reluctantly loves and who once helped rescue her daughter from a mess of her own. Kent flies to her aid and begins the impossible work of getting Lance out of trouble, protecting a baby who has no home, and finding help for a teenage mother hiding behind her lies.In this latest novel of suspense and family loyalty, bestselling author Terri Blackstock offers a harrowing look at drug addiction, human trafficking, and the devastating choices that can change lives forever. About the Author Terri Blackstock has sold over seven million books worldwide and is a New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author. She is the award-winning author of Intervention , Vicious Cycle , and Downfall , as well as such series as Cape Refuge, Newpointe 911, the SunCoast Chronicles, and the Restoration Series. Visit her website at www.terriblackstock.com; Facebook: tblackstock; Twitter: @terriblackstock. Read more | 0310250676 |
A Heart's Danger (A Journey of the Heart) | About the Author Colleen Coble is the USA TODAY bestselling author of more than seventy-five books and is best known for her coastal romantic suspense novels. Connect with her online at colleencoble.com; Instagram: @colleencoble; Facebook: colleencoblebooks; Twitter: @colleencoble. | 0718031660 |
As Waters Gone By | Book Description Are the walls around her heart more daunting than the other barriers separating her from the man she married? About the Author Cynthia Ruchti tells stories hemmed in hope. She’s the award-winning author of 16 books and a frequent speaker for women’s ministry events. She serves as the Professional Relations Liaison for American Christian Fiction Writers, where she helps retailers, libraries, and book clubs connect with the authors and books they love. She lives with her husband in Central Wisconsin. Visit her online at CynthiaRuchti.com. | 1426787278 |
Starving Hearts (Triangular Trade Trilogy) | About the Author By day, Janine Mendenhall teaches English and is a high school counselor. By night, when normal people are asleep, she writes or watches historical romance movies like Pride and Prejudice and claims that s research . At eight, Janine got hooked on happily ever after while watching Beauty and the Beast starring George C. Scott . Visit her at janinemendenhall.com/inquiring-minds, and you ll find the exact scene she held in her mind s eye for thirty-nine years until she recently located it on youtube. Her husband, Tom, is a computer guru. He and their five tech savvy children attempt to help Janine get connected to the 21<sup>st</sup> Century when she s on break from writing Never Past Hope * and Perseverance ,* the next two books in what she affectionately calls the Triangular Trade Trilogy* . If you re new in the writing business, there s hope. Janine loves hammering out the details and/or listening when things don t work out. Whether it s flash fiction, which she writes for Splickety Magazines, or romance novels, it s a challenging business which has taken her over ten years to figure out, sort of. | 1938499840 |
Save the Date | From Publishers Weekly Jones's sassy style is merely one of this romance novelist's many endearing talents. Jones (Just Between You and Me) concocts a story line that, though implausible in real life, doesn't detract a bit from an engaging and funny tale that brings together two of the most unlikely love interests: Lucy Wiltshire, the independent and poor proprietress of a young women's transitional housing shelter, and Alex Sinclair, former NFL star, aspiring congressman, and wealthy co-owner of Sinclair Enterprises. Sparks fly when these two strong-minded individuals meet at a gala event and Alex's ratings rise after the gossip rags tag Lucy and Alex as a lovebird pair. Alex devises a scheme that will benefit both him and Lucy; the question is whether these two can see the plan through without killing one another first. Some subtle faith messages about trusting God despite painful pasts round out this fast-paced, lighthearted romantic escape. (Feb.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved. Review "Save the Date" is a sweet romance filled with laugh-out-loud moments. Jones breathes new life into the clichéd "relationship of convenience" plot with characters to root for. --Romantic TimesJones's sassy style is merely one of this romance novelist's many endearing talents. ...An engaging engaging and funny tale... Some subtle faith messages about trusting God despite painful pasts round out this fast-paced, lighthearted romantic escape. -- Publishers Weekly About the Author Jenny B. Jones is the two-time Carol award winning author of Just Between You and Me and the Charmed Life series. Read more | 1595545395 |
The Gospel-Centered Woman: Understanding Biblical Womanhood through the Lens of the Gospel | Review "I love this book and can't wait to share it! The Apostle Paul says that the gospel is a power for salvation. In this book, Wendy Alsup shows how this power goes to work to save us from discontent due to unfulfilled desires, defensiveness when confronted with offense, defining ourselves by anything other than our connectedness to Christ, and disillusionment with our less-than-perfect lives." Nancy Guthrie, author of Hearing Jesus Speak into Your Sorrow and the Seeing Jesus in the Old Testament series. About the Author Wendy Alsup is a mom and college math teacher. She is the author of Practical Theology for Women: How Knowing God Makes a Difference in Our Daily Lives and By His Wounds You are Healed: How the Message of Ephesians Transforms a Woman's Identity. | 1451574827 |
Free Fall (The Quantico Files) | From the Back Cover The closer she comes to the truth, the deadlier her chase gets. FBI behavioral analyst Alex Donovan and her colleague Logan Hart have been called upon to write a profile for a missing woman, but a little digging quickly turns up more disappearances in Virginia with the same physical description. Alex is in a race against the clock to rescue the missing victims, so when the UNSUB makes demands of her in exchange for information, Alex takes the bait. But when her life is put in jeopardy, Logan must do whatever it takes to track them down before time runs out.Alex works to think one step ahead of the suspect, but the more Logan and the BAU learn about the serial kidnapper, the more they fear Alex may not make it out alive. About the Author Nancy Mehl (nancymehl.com) is the author of more than fifty books, a Parable bestseller, and the winner of an ACFW Book of the Year Award, a Carol Award, and the Daphne du Maurier Award. She has also been a finalist for two Carol Awards and the Christy Award. Nancy writes from her home in Missouri, where she lives with her husband, Norman, and their puggle, Watson. | 0764237659 |
Water's Edge: A totally gripping crime thriller (Detective Megan Carpenter Book 2) | About the Author A #1 New York Times bestselling true-crime writer, Gregg Olsen is praised for his ability to create a detailed narrative that offers readers fascinating insights into the lives of real people and fictional characters caught in extraordinary circumstances. He has authored ten nonfiction books, over twenty novels, a novella, and a short story, which appeared in a collection edited by Lee Child. In addition to television and radio appearances, he has been featured in Redbook , USA Today , People , Salon magazine, Seattle Times , Los Angeles Times and the New York Post . He is a native of Seattle and currently lives in rural Washington state. --This text refers to the paperback edition. | B0854143TD |
Closer Than She Knows | Review 'This brisk, smoothly written thriller from Irvin (Tell Her No Lies) pits court reporter Teagan O'Rourke, a murder mystery lover, against a cunning and vicious serial killer...Fans of serial killer fiction with a Christian slant will be satisfied.' --Publishers Weekly -- Publishers Weekly About the Author Kelly Irvin is a bestselling, award-winning author of over twenty novels and stories. A retired public relations professional, Kelly lives with her husband, Tim, in San Antonio. They have two children, four grandchildren, and two ornery cats. Visit her online at KellyIrvin.com; Instagram: @kelly_irvin; Facebook: @Kelly.Irvin.Author; Twitter: @Kelly_S_Irvin. | 0785231862 |
Travelers Rest | From the Back Cover A YOUNG WOMAN determined to honor her commitment...AN INJURED SOLDIER convinced life is no longer worth living...A RETIRED DOCTOR certain it's too late to be forgiven... Jane Morrow has a dilemma, and love alone may not solve it. Her faith has never been strong, yet somehow she hopes God will answer her prayers and tell her what to do. The answer she finds may not be at all what she expected..."Stellar writing sets Tatlock apart from her peers."-- Romantic Times About the Author Ann Tatlock is the author of the Christy Award-winning novel All the Way Home. She has also won the Midwest Independent Publishers Association "Book of the Year" in fiction for both All the Way Home and I'll Watch the Moon . Her novel Things We Once Held Dear received a starred review from Library Journal and Publishers Weekly calls her "one of Christian fiction's better wordsmiths, and her lovely prose reminds readers why it is a joy to savor her stories." Ann lives with her husband and daughter in Raleigh, North Carolina. Visit www.anntatlock.com | 0764208101 |
Duchess (Daughters of Fortune) | About the Author SUSAN MAY WARREN is the best-selling and award-winning author of more than thirty novels. Duchess is the third and final book in the Daughters of Fortune™ generational saga, following two previous acclaimed novels, Heiress and Baroness . A former missionary to Russia, Susan now lives in a small Minnesota town on the shore of beautiful Lake Superior with her husband and their four children. | 1609367715 |
God, Me, and Sweet Iced Tea: Experiencing God in the Midst of Everyday Moments | From the Inside Flap Life is full of challenges that keep us from spending time with God and experiencing his presence in our day-to-day activities. But He is always there, ready to pour out His blessings. If you desire to experience the reality of God in the everyday moments of life, this devotional journey is for you. God, Me, and Sweet Iced Tea will help find the strength you need to weather every storm and experience new mercies every day. From the Back Cover In the South, nothing is more refreshing than a glass of sweet iced tea. Nothing, that is, except experiencing God in those small, everyday moments. God, Me, and Sweet Iced Tea is a deeply personal collection of spiritual treasures designed to help readers experience new mercies each morning. Seasoned with insight and grace, this tender devotional points to the divine presence of God in everyday moments. Whether purchased as a personal resource or given as a heartfelt gift, God, Me, and Sweet Iced Tea will help readers develop a daily habit of turning to God in those quiet moments of reflection. About the Author Rose Chandler Johnson, a Southern girl from a tiny Georgia town, is the author of the devotional blog, Write Moments with God. In spite of years of disappointments and overwhelming obstacles, she has grown in her relationship with the Lord and learned how to find Him in the everyday moments of life. A devoted Christian and mother of six, she has been a French and English teacher over the last twenty years. Read more | 1938499867 |
Stay with Me (Misty River Romance, A) | From the Back Cover Winner of the Contemporary Romance category of the Christy AwardWinner of the Romance Category of the Kipp Book AwardLoving her is a risk he can't afford . . . and can't resist. When acclaimed Bible study author Genevieve Woodward receives an anonymous letter referencing her parents' past, she returns to her hometown in the Blue Ridge Mountains to chase down her family's secret. However, it's Genevieve's own secret that catches up to her when Sam Turner, owner of a historic farm, uncovers the source of shame she's worked so hard to hide.Sam has embraced his sorrow, his isolation, and his identity as an outsider. He's spent years carving out both career success and peace of mind. The last thing he wants is to rent the cottage on his property to a woman whose struggles stir his worst failure back to life. Yet can he bear to turn her away right when she needs him most?"Wade launches the Misty River Romance series with this crafty mix of tragedy, intrigue, and romance. . . . Wade's endearing love story will appeal to readers of Susan May Warren."-- Publishers Weekly About the Author Becky Wade (www.beckywade.com) is the 2018 Christy Award Book of the Year winner for True to You . She is a native of California who attended Baylor University, met and married a Texan, and moved to Dallas. She published historical romances for the general market, then put her career on hold for several years to care for her children. When God called her back to writing, Becky knew He meant for her to turn her attention to Christian fiction. Her humorous, heart-pounding contemporary romance novels have won three Christy Awards, the Carol Award, the INSPY Award, and the Inspirational Reader's Choice Award for Romance. Becky lives in Dallas, Texas with her husband and three children. | 0764235605 |
Choices of the Heart: A Novel (The Midwives) | From the Back Cover She thought she had left her old life behind . . . Esther Cherrett comes from a proud line of midwives and was trained by her mother to take over the family calling. When a terrible scandal threatens all she holds dear, Esther flees, taking a position as a teacher in the wild western mountains of Virginia. But instead of the refuge she was seeking, Esther finds herself in the midst of a deadly family feud--and courted by two men on opposite sides of the conflict. All she wants is to run away again.Yet could it be that her past holds the key to reconciliation--and love?In this gripping story of trust, deception, and bittersweet loss, you'll discover the true meaning of choices of the heart. About the Author Laurie Alice Eakes is the author of Lady in the Mist , Heart's Safe Passage , A Necessary Deception , A Flight of Fancy , and several other novels. She won a National Readers Choice Award for Best Regency in 2007 for Family Guardian. Laurie Alice writes full-time from her home in Texas, where she lives with her husband and sundry dogs and cats. | 0800719867 |
Wings of a Dream | From the Back Cover Rebekah Hendricks dreams of a life far beyond her family's farm in Oklahoma, and when dashing aviator Arthur Samson promises adventure in the big city, she is quick to believe he's the man she's meant to marry. While she waits for the end of the Great War and Arthur's return, her mother's sister falls ill. Rebekah seizes the opportunity to travel to Texas to care for Aunt Adabelle, sure that her glamorous and exciting life is about to start.But the Spanish flu epidemic changes everything. Faced with her aunt's sickness, Arthur's indecisiveness, and four children who have no one else to care for them, Rebekah discovers she must choose between her desire to escape the type of life she's always led and the unexpected love that just might change the dream of her heart. About the Author Anne Mateer is a three-time Genesis Contest finalist who has long had a passion for history and historical fiction. She and her husband live near Dallas, Texas, and are the parents of three young adults. | 0764209035 |
The Making of Mrs. Hale (Regency Brides: A Promise of Hope) | Review "A tender Regency romance speckled with mystery, intrigue, and the freeing power of forgiveness." ― Publishers Weekly Published On: 2018-09-24 The Making of Mrs. Hale is another deftly penned Regency romance novel by a master of the genre and will prove to be a welcome and enduringly popular addition to community library Romance Fiction collections. ― Midwest Book Review Published On: 2019-04-19 About the Author Award-winning author Carolyn Miller lives in the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Australia. She is married, with four gorgeous children, who all love to read (and write!). A longtime lover of Regency romance, Carolyn's novels have won a number of Romance Writers of American (RWA) and American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) contests as well as the Australian Omega Christian Writers Award. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and Australasian Christian Writers. Her favourite authors are classics like Jane Austen (of course!), Georgette Heyer, and Agatha Christie, but she also enjoys contemporary authors like Susan May Warren and Becky Wade.Her stories are fun and witty, yet also deal with real issues, such as dealing with forgiveness, the nature of really loving versus 'true love', and other challenges we all face at different times.Her books include: Regency Brides: A Legacy of Grace The Elusive Miss EllisonThe Captivating Lady CharlotteThe Dishonorable Miss DeLancey Regency Brides: A Promise of Hope Winning Miss Winthrop Miss Serena's SecretThe Making of Mrs. Hale Regency Bride: Daughers of Aynsley A Hero for Miss HatherleighUnderestimating Miss CeciliaMisleading Miss Verity Regency Wallflowers Dusk's Darkest ShoresMidnight's Budding MorrowDawn's Untrodden Green | 0825445353 |
Through the Autumn Air (An Every Amish Season Novel) | About the Author Kelly Irvin is a bestselling, award-winning author of over twenty novels and stories. A retired public relations professional, Kelly lives with her husband, Tim, in San Antonio. They have two children, four grandchildren, and two ornery cats. Visit her online at KellyIrvin.com; Instagram: @kelly_irvin; Facebook: @Kelly.Irvin.Author; Twitter: @Kelly_S_Irvin. | 0310348145 |
Truth and Lies (A DI Amy Winter Thriller Book 1) | Review “With her police officer experience, Caroline Mitchell is a thriller writer who knows how to deliver on plot, character and, most importantly, emotion, in any book she writes.” — My Weekly “Thrilling, chilling, and oh so creepy. Excellent storytelling from Caroline Mitchell, highly recommended.” —Patricia Gibney, author of the Detective Lottie Parker series “This book had everything—an excellent police procedural with tension, pace, and compelling storyline but with the added psychological element. I was captivated from the very first word.” —Angela Marsons, author of the D.I. Kim Stone series About the Author A former police detective, Caroline Mitchell now writes full time. She has worked in CID and specialised in roles dealing with the vulnerable victims—high-risk victims of domestic abuse and serious sexual offences. The mental strength shown by the victims of these crimes is a constant source of inspiration to her, and Mitchell combines their tenacity with her knowledge of police procedure to create tense psychological thrillers. Originally from Ireland, she now lives in a pretty village on the coast of Essex with her husband and three children. You can find out more about her at www.caroline-writes.com, or follow her on Twitter (@caroline_writes) or Facebook (www.facebook.com/CMitchellAuthor/). | B078W7X1KV |
Tomorrow's Garden: A Novel (Texas Dreams, Book 3) | From the Back Cover As a seed awaits the spring sunshine, so one young woman hopes for a brighter tomorrow Harriet Kirk is certain that becoming the new schoolteacher in Ladreville, Texas, is just what she needs--a chance to put the past behind her and give her younger siblings a brighter tomorrow. What she didn't count on was the presence of handsome former Texas Ranger Lawrence Wood--or the way he affects her fragile heart. But can Harriet and Lawrence ever truly conquer the past in order to find happiness?Book 3 in the Texas Dreams series, Tomorrow's Garden is a powerful story of overcoming the odds and grabbing hold of happiness. Praise for Amanda Cabot's Writing "Amanda Cabot's characters and storytelling are extraordinary. I'm in love with her books."--Laurie Alice Eakes, author, Lady in the Mist "Cabot weaves a powerful story of healing."-- RT Book Reviews on Scattered Petals "Crafting characters rich with emotion, Amanda Cabot pens a compelling story of transcending faith."--Tamera Alexander, bestselling author, From a Distance , on Scattered Petals Amanda Cabot is a popular speaker and an accomplished author under various pen names. The author of Paper Roses and Scattered Petals , she is also a charter member of Romance Writers of America, the cofounder of its New Jersey chapter, a member of the ACFW, and an avid traveler. She lives in Wyoming. About the Author Amanda Cabot is the bestselling author of After the Shadows , as well as several historical and contemporary romance series, including Mesquite Springs, Cimarron Creek Trilogy, Texas Crossroads, Texas Dreams, and Westward Winds. Her books have been finalists for the ACFW Carol Awards, the HOLT Medallion, and the Booksellers' Best. She lives in Wyoming. Learn more at www.amandacabot.com. | 0800733266 |
Journey to Riverbend | From Booklist Sometimes, escaping our past can lead us to a bright, new future. At least, that�s what seamstress Rachel Stone hopes to find in the town of Riverbend. After leaving her former life behind, the last thing she expects to find is a man she can trust, like Michael Archer. Michael has come to Riverbend to carry out the last wishes of the late Ben Castairs, to be reconciled with his father. When Ben�s father is kidnapped, a perilous rescue threatens Michael and Rachel�s nascent romance. In a historic inspirational with a western backdrop, McLaughlin develops characters with the strength to beat the odds and the courage to step out in faith. This stand-alone novel has the right balance of gunslinging and romance to draw in fans on both sides of the fence. --Elizabeth Ponder | 1414339429 |
Pray A to Z: A Practical Guide to Pray For Your Community | About the Author Amelia Rhodes is a speaker and author of Isn't It Time for a Coffee Break: Doing Life Together in an All-About-Me Kind of World . Amelia's writing has also been featured in four Chicken Soup for the Soul titles, devotionals for the OneHope blog Undeterred and the international devotional Upper Room . Amelia has a growing speaking ministry and speaks regularly to women's groups on topics of spiritual growth, friendship, and community, offering practical tools for living our faith in the everyday. She lives in Lowell, Michigan. | 1617957453 |
A Dazzle of Diamonds (Georgia Coast Romance) | From the Back Cover Discover the series critics are calling . . . "Spellbinding."-- Bookworm Banquet "Fun, witty, charming."-- Write-Read-Life "Evocative."-- Library Journal *** Penelope Hunter loves her job as the event manager at one of Savannah's premier historic venues--until her ex-fiancé walks into her office with his new bride-to-be. Surely she cannot be expected to plan their wedding. To make matters worse, a scheming social matriarch is threatening to take her big-ticket event elsewhere, especially if Penelope insists on being seen with her best friend, Tucker Westbrook.Since returning from serving two tours in the Middle East, Tucker has built a thriving security company. His work is nearly as stabilizing as his lifelong friendship with Penelope. But when the lone candidate for county sheriff goads him, Tucker loses his cool and ends up on the ballot--and on the receiving end of a smear campaign claiming the Westbrooks were traitors to the South.To clear his name, Tucker and Penelope must join forces to find the truth behind a lost Civil War treasure. But the more time they spend together, the closer she comes to losing her job--and falling helplessly in love. Liz Johnson is the author of more than a dozen novels, including A Sparkle of Silver , A Glitter of Gold , The Red Door Inn , Where Two Hearts Meet , and On Love's Gentle Shore , as well as a New York Times bestselling novella and a handful of short stories. She works in marketing and makes her home in Phoenix, Arizona. About the Author Liz Johnson is the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen novels, including Beyond the Tides and The Last Way Home , as well as the Georgia Coast Romance and Prince Edward Island Dreams series. She works in marketing, makes her home in Phoenix, Arizona, and daydreams of returning to PEI. Learn more at www.lizjohnsonbooks.com. | 0800729420 |
When Hope Blossoms | From the Back Cover Amy Knackstedt hopes a new start in Weaverly, Kansas, will help heal the pain of losing her husband and provide a better future for her three children. But her new neighbor, Tim Roper, is not pleased to have an Old Order Mennonite family living next to his apple orchard. Tim left the Mennonite faith years ago and doesn't want any reminders of his former life.Yet when circumstances throw Amy and Tim together, they form a friendship that surprises them both. Will past hurts always be a barrier between them, or will this tentative relationship blossom into something more? About the Author Kim Vogel Sawyer is the author of nineteen novels, including several CBA and ECPA bestsellers. Her books have won the ACFW Book of the Year Award, the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence, and the Inspirational Readers Choice Award. Kim is active in her church, where she leads women's fellowship and participates in both voice and bell choirs. In her spare time, she enjoys drama, quilting, and calligraphy. Kim and her husband, Don, reside in central Kansas, and have three daughters and six grandchildren. She invites you to visit her website at www.kimvogelsawyer.com for more information. | 0764207873 |
The Memory of You | Review “West is masterful at creating true-to-life family drama that all readers can identify with. Multidimensional characters have realistic struggles that resonate, especially when it comes to facing the past and learning to move forward.” -- RT Book Reviews, 4 1/2 stars and TOP PICK'West (The Things We Knew, 2016) tells the engaging story of a young woman eager to find her place in the world. With endearing characters and idyllic scenery, this is a satisfying story of life and love lost and won.' -- BookList“In this inspiring, emotionally astute story, West does an exquisite job depicting the complexity and messiness of overcoming trauma.” -- Publishers Weekly STARRED review About the Author Catherine West writes stories of hope and healing from her island home in Bermuda. When she's not at the computer working on her next story, you can find her taking her Border collie for long walks on the beach or tending to her roses and orchids. She and her husband have two grown children. Visit her online at CatherineJWest.com, Facebook: CatherineJWest, and Twitter: @CathWest. | 0718078764 |
Five Brides | Review Everson transports readers to the early 1950s with stunning accuracy. The swiftly moving plot keeps you excited to discover what will happen next with each of the characters. There is adequate development of each of the five women; none feel neglected, and all add to the narrative. Authentic and poignant, this story will stay with you long after reading. 4.5 stars Romantic Times | 1414397445 |
Wounded Women of the Bible: Finding Hope When Life Hurts | About the Author Dena Dyer is an accomplished and acclaimed author of several books, including Mothers of the Bible, The Groovy Chicks’ Road Trip to Love , and The Groovy Chicks’ Road Trip to Peace . She has been a member of the Fellowship of Christian Writers, the Christian Authors Network, Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, and the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce Women’s Council. Her resume includes professional author and speaker, professional entertainer, music instructor, missionary, and children’s theater instructor. Dena and her husband are parents to Jordan and Jackson and live in Granbury, Texas. Tina is an award-winning author, speaker, worship leader, and registered Music Therapist. She lives in Tolar, Texas with her husband David, the lead pastor of Tolar Baptist Church. Together, they have two gifted sons, Jaren and Zach. Her book Wounded Women of the Bible: Finding Hope When Life Hurts , received the 2014 Golden Scroll Award for nonfiction book of the year. | 0825442141 |
Murder Simply Brewed (An Amish Village Mystery) | Review “Chapman’s latest is a mix of mystery and romance with vivid characters, a realistic setting and themes of loss, trust and love. The puzzle pieces are revealed slowly so readers can piece the clues together themselves up until the shocking conclusion. A glossary and discussion questions are included.” -- Romantic Times, four-star review'Vannetta Chapman keeps the action suspenseful, and the who-done-it mostly unpredictable as her Amish and English characters work together to solve the mystery. Out of even such dreadful circumstances come moments of grace: between Amber and her Amish employee Hannah and between Amber and Tate, who had each given up on love.” -- BookPage About the Author Vannetta Chapman writes inspirational fiction full of grace. She is the author of sixteen novels, including the Pebble Creek Amish series, The Shipshewana Amish Mystery series, and Anna’s Healing , a 2016 Christy Award finalist. Vannetta is a Carol award winner and has also received more than two dozen awards from Romance Writers of America chapter groups. She was a teacher for fifteen years and currently resides in the Texas hill country. Visit Vannetta online: VannettaChapman.com, Twitter: @VannettaChapman, Facebook: VannettaChapmanBooks. | 0310326168 |
Double Cross (FBI: Houston) | Review "DiAnn Mills always gives us a good thriller, filled with inspirational thoughts, and Double Cross is another great one!" --FRESH FICTION "Tension explodes at every corner within these pages. . . . Mills's writing is transparently crisp, backed up with solid research, filled with believable characters and sparks of romantic chemistry."- -NOVELCROSSING.COM "For the romantic suspense fan, there is plenty of action and twists present. For the inspirational reader, the faith elements fit nicely into the context of the story. . . . The romance is tenderly beautiful, and the ending bittersweet." --ROMANTIC TIMES | 1414389949 |
Amish Quilts Coloring Book (Amish Quilts and Proverbs) | About the Author Rachel J. Good is the author of more than 2300 articles and 30 books, including the Sisters & Friends series of Amish novels. A former teacher and librarian, she has an MA from Vermont College and an MFA in Writing and Illustrating from Hollins University. | 0692684204 |
An Amish Reunion: Four Stories | About the Author Amy Clipston is the award-winning and bestselling author of the Kauffman Amish Bakery, Hearts of Lancaster Grand Hotel, Amish Heirloom, Amish Homestead, and Amish Marketplace series. Her novels have hit multiple bestseller lists including Christianbook, CBA, and ECPA. Amy holds a degree in communication from Virginia Wesleyan University and works full-time for the City of Charlotte, NC. Amy lives in North Carolina with her husband, two sons, and four spoiled rotten cats. Visit her online at AmyClipston.com; Facebook: @AmyClipstonBooks; Twitter: @AmyClipston; Instagram: @amy_clipston; BookBub: @AmyClipston. Bestselling and award-winning author Beth Wiseman has sold over two million books. She is the recipient of the coveted Holt Medallion, is a two-time Carol Award winner, and has won the Inspirational Reader's Choice Award three times. Her books have been on various bestseller lists, including CBA, ECPA, Christianbook, and Publishers Weekly . Beth and her husband are empty nesters enjoying country life in south-central Texas. Visit her online at BethWiseman.com; Facebook: @AuthorBethWiseman; Twitter: @BethWiseman; Instagram: @bethwisemanauthor With over two million copies sold, Kathleen Fuller is the USA TODAY bestselling author of several bestselling novels, including the Hearts of Middlefield novels, the Middlefield Family novels, the Amish of Birch Creek series, and the Amish Letters series as well as a middle-grade Amish series, the Mysteries of Middlefield. Visit her online at KathleenFuller.com; Instagram: @kf_booksandhooks; Facebook: @WriterKathleenFuller; Twitter: @TheKatJam. Kelly Irvin is a bestselling, award-winning author of over twenty novels and stories. A retired public relations professional, Kelly lives with her husband, Tim, in San Antonio. They have two children, four grandchildren, and two ornery cats. Visit her online at KellyIrvin.com; Instagram: @kelly_irvin; Facebook: @Kelly.Irvin.Author; Twitter: @Kelly_S_Irvin. | 0310352711 |
My Heart Belongs in San Francisco, California: Abby's Prospects | Review The storyline is certainly not predictable, and the twists and turns are a welcome treat. Thompson is a talented writer who knows that mixing humor with seriousness is a winning combination. -- Patsy Glans ― RT Book Reviews Published On: 2018-02-01 Book Description When an English socialite becomes stranded in the middle of a gold rush, her money depletes quickly even while her prospects for marriage increase daily. But Abby Effingham is on a mission to find her mother―not romance. Will a ridiculous scandal keep her from traveling on, or will it wake up an aloof innkeeper to the treasure right under his roof? About the Author JANICE THOMPSON, who lives in the Houston area, writes novels, non-fiction, magazine articles, and musical comedies for the stage. The mother of four married daughters, she is quickly adding grandchildren to the family mix. Read more | 1683224639 |
Primary Decision (The Worthington Destiny) | From the Back Cover The road to power and position is fraught with perils, even for a Worthington.But Sarah does not intend to lose. Sarah Worthington never expected to become the US attorney general--at least not this early in her career. Plunged into the vicious vetting process, with all sides digging for secrets in her family closet, she steels herself for the path forward. Nothing will deter her from making her mark on the world in the biggest way possible--even if that means prosecuting the current president of the United States. Yet powerful forces conspire behind the scenes to take the Worthington family down, and the president orders her to close the investigation. Will she comply? Or turn the tables to pursue her ultimate dream--the US presidency? Dr. Kevin Leman , the New York Times bestselling author of more than 50 books, including The Birth Order Book , has made thousands of house calls for Fox & Friends , The View , Today , Morning in America , CBS's The Early Show , The 700 Club , CNN, and Good Morning America . Jeff Nesbit , a former senior communications official at the White House and former director of public affairs for two prominent federal science agencies, is a strategic communications advisor and the author of 25 novels. The executive director of Climate Nexus, he also writes At the Edge, a weekly column for U.S. News & World Report . About the Author Dr. Kevin Leman, the New York Times bestselling author of more than fifty books, including The Birth Order Book , has made thousands of house calls for Fox & Friends , The View , Today , CBS's The Early Show , The 700 Club , CNN, and Good Morning America . Jeff Nesbit, a former senior communications official at the White House and former director of public affairs for two prominent federal science agencies, is a strategic communications advisor and the author of more than twenty novels. He writes At the Edge, a weekly column for U.S. News & World Report . | 0800723309 |
Surviving Henry: Adventures in Loving a Canine Catastrophe | About the Author Erin Taylor Young is a humor writer who works in a library, where she gets to wander among books. She loves football, photography, and hiking in national parks. Erin has written for Today's Christian Woman , Outdoor Guide Magazine , and MidWest Outdoors . She was a finalist in the Phoenix Rattler 2011-2012 writing contest and in the Genesis 2012 contest for her contemporary fiction. She lives in Oklahoma with her well-meaning husband, two polar-opposite sons, and a noncompliant dog. Find out more at www.erintayloryoung.com. | 0800723562 |
My Heart Belongs in Niagara Falls, New York: Adele's Journey | Review This sweet opposites-attract, rags-to-riches romance defies the odds to deliver a satisfying happily ever after. -- Beth Erin ― RT Book Reviews Published On: 2017-11-01 Book Description When she avoids danger at all costs and he makes his living rushing headlong into it, love may be just a dream. But what neither Drew Dawson, nor Adele Linley bargain for is that, romance, like the mighty Falls, tends to sweep up and carry away even the most unlikely of hearts. About the Author ECPA bestselling author Amanda Barratt , fell in love with writing in grade school when she wrote her first story—a spinoff of Jane Eyre. Now, Amanda writes inspirational historical romance, penning stories that transport readers to a variety of locales. These days, Amanda can be found reading way too many books, watching an eclectic mix of BBC dramas and romantic chick flicks, and trying to figure out a way to get on the first possible flight to England. She loves hearing from readers on Facebook and through her website amandabarratt.net Read more | 1683223411 |
The Survivor (Crime Scene: Houston) | About the Author DiAnn Mills is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than 95 novels. Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists; won two Christy Awards; and been finalists for the RITA, Daphne Du Maurier, Inspirational Readers’ Choice, and Carol awards. She and her husband live in Houston, Texas. | 0310333229 |
Dilemma of Charlotte Farrow: A Novel (Avenue Of Dreams) | From the Back Cover The whole world is coming to Chicago. Charlotte's whole world is coming down around her. While the rest of Chicago focuses on the enormous spectacle of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, Charlotte Farrow's attentions are entirely on one small boy--her boy--whom she has kept a secret from her wealthy employers for nearly a year.When the woman who has been caring for her son abruptly returns him to the opulent Banning home, Charlotte must decide whether to come clean and face dismissal or keep her secret while the Bannings decide the child's fate. Can she face the truth of her past and open her heart to a future of her own? Or will life's struggles determine her path?This compelling story of courage, strength, and tender romance captures the tension between the glittering wealthy class and the hardworking servants who made their lives comfortable. About the Author Olivia Newport is the author of The Pursuit of Lucy Banning . Her novels twist through time to discover where faith and passions meet. Her husband and two adult children provide welcome distraction from the people stomping through her head on their way into her books. She chases joy in stunning Colorado at the foot of the Rockies, where daylilies grow as tall as she is. | 0800720393 |
Lock, Stock, and Over a Barrel (A Dear Daphne Novel) | About the Author Melody Carlson calls herself a storyteller for women and children, and has sold more than five million books. A professional writer for twenty years, she recently received the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award. Melody has two grown sons and lives with her husband in the Pacific Northwest. | 1433679302 |
Band of Sisters | From the Back Cover New York City, 1910 Driven by a shameful past and a perilous future, Maureen O’Reilly and her sister flee Ireland in search of safety, liberty, and opportunity. But after surviving the rigors of Ellis Island, Maureen learns that their benefactor has died, and his family―refusing to own his debt―casts her out. Impoverished and in danger of deportation, Maureen connives to find employment in a prominent Manhattan department store, only to discover the elegant facade hides a dangerous secret.Despite her family’s disapproval, Olivia Wakefield vows to honor her father’s promise but can’t find Maureen, the woman her brother-in-law so rudely turned away. Unexpected help comes from a local businessman, who Olivia dares hope will become more than an ally, even as she fears the secrets he’s hiding.As women begin disappearing from the department store, Olivia rallies influential ladies in her circle to help Maureen stand against injustice and fight for the lives of their growing band of sisters. But will they be too late? And in the midst of a world gone mad, can either woman open her heart to divine leading or the love it might bring? | 1414353081 |
Understanding World Religions in 15 Minutes a Day | From the Back Cover A Concise, Easy-to-Understand Overview of the World's Religions What religions are represented in your neighborhood, your workplace, and your children's school? Things seem to be changing every day, and it can be hard to keep up. You may know a little about some of these religions. Others are new to you. You'd like to learn about them and how they differ from your beliefs, but who has time to do all the research? In Understanding World Religions in 15 Minutes a Day , cross-cultural expert and professor Garry Morgan explains the key beliefs, histories, and practices of more than twenty religions, including the familiar--Christianity, Judaism, Mormonism--and some of the lesser known--Baha'i, Sikhism, and New Age religions. Broken into forty short readings, each chapter is engaging and easy to understand. In just minutes a day you'll soon have a better understanding of the world's beliefs. About the Author Garry R. Morgan is Professor of Intercultural Studies at Northwestern College. He served with World Venture from 1974-1976 and 1982-1999 in Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Tanzania. Garry is married, has a grown daughter, and lives in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. | 0764210033 |
At Love's Command (Hanger's Horsemen) | From the Back Cover He's fought through ruthless outlaws and injury. But with her, he's tempted to surrender. Haunted by the horrors of war, ex-cavalry officer Matthew Hanger leads a band of mercenaries known as Hanger's Horsemen who have become legends in 1890s Texas. They defend the innocent and obtain justice for the oppressed. But when a rustler's bullet leaves one of them at death's door, they're the ones in need of saving.Dr. Josephine Burkett is used to men taking one look at her skirts and discounting her medical skills. What she's not used to is having a man change his mind in a heartbeat and offer to assist her in surgery. Matthew's dedication to his friend during recovery earns Josephine's respect, and when her brother is abducted, he becomes her only hope for rescue.When plans go awry and Josephine is caught in the crossfire, Matthew may have to sacrifice everything--even his team--to save her." At Love's Command is a classic Western romance sure to delight readers of that genre. Witemeyer utilizes her authentic Texas setting to advantage and peoples her story with realistic, richly drawn characters that perfectly evoke the rugged, romanticized charm of the stagecoach era. . . . At Love's Command is a fun book full of the adventure and excitement Americans associate with the Old West. Fans of the author will be delighted with this offering and I am happy to recommend it to readers of Westerns, inspirationals, or anyone looking for a light, lively read." --All About Romance About the Author Voted #1 Reader's Favorite Christian Romance Author of 2019 by Family Fiction Magazine , bestselling and Carol and Christy Award-winning author Karen Witemeyer offers warmhearted historical romance with a flair for humor, feisty heroines, and swoon-worthy Texas heroes. She makes her home in Abilene, Texas, with her husband and three children. Learn more about Karen and her books at karenwitemeyer.com. | 076423207X |
Authentically, Izzy | Review 'Basham's Authentically, Izzy was smart, funny, and adorably bookish. I smiled all the way through.' --Colleen Coble, USA TODAY bestselling author -- Colleen Coble'Authentically, Izzy is an absolutely adorable, charming, sweet romance that genuinely made me laugh out loud. A wonderful escape you're sure to fall in love with!' --New York Times bestselling author Courtney Walsh -- Courtney Walsh'Authentically, Izzy is witty, endearing, and full of literary charm. Grab your favorite blanket and get ready to snuggle into this sweet book that will make you believe your dreams will find you.' --Jennifer Peel, USA TODAY bestselling author -- Jennifer Peel About the Author Pepper Basham is an award-winning author who writes romance “peppered” with grace and humor. Writing both historical and contemporary novels, she loves to incorporate her native Appalachian culture and/or her unabashed adoration of the UK into her stories. She currently resides in the lovely mountains of Asheville, NC, where she is the wife of a fantastic pastor, mom of five great kids, a speech-language pathologist, and a lover of chocolate, jazz, hats, and Jesus. You can learn more about Pepper and her books on her website at www.pepperdbasham.com ; Facebook: @pepperbasham; Instagram: @pepperbasham; Twitter: @pepperbasham; BookBub: @pepperbasham. | 084071498X |
To Follow Her Heart: A Novel (The Southold Chronicles) | From the Back Cover Duty and love are powerful forces. Only one has the power to make her life complete. It is 1664 and Patience Terry is devastated to learn that Captain Jeremy Horton's ship has been shipwrecked off the coast of Barbados. There were no survivors. She had hoped that Jeremy would someday give up the sea and settle down with her in Southold, Long Island. Unaware his memorial service is being planned, Jeremy sails aboard a British warship with secret orders to attack New Amsterdam and claim it for the British Crown. When he makes his surprise return to Southold--and to an overjoyed Patience--it's not quite the happily-ever-after his beloved had hoped for. With a finely tuned sense for authentic historical characters and settings, Rebecca DeMarino plunges you into a world of tall ships, daring journeys, and yearning hearts. Rebecca DeMarino is the author of The Southold Chronicles , a series based on the lives of her ninth great-grandparents, Mary Langton and Barnabas Horton. She inherited her love of baking and gardening from her mother; a love of horses, reading, and writing from her dad; and the wanderlust gene from both parents. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers, Romance Writers of America, New England Historical Genealogical Society, and the Southold Long Island Historical Society. Learn more at www.rebeccademarino.com. About the Author Rebecca DeMarino is a historical romance author and lives in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. She is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers, Romance Writers of America, The Southold Historical Society, and the New England Historic Genealogical Society. Rebecca is the author of A Place in His Heart , To Capture Her Heart, and To Follow Her Heart , all part of The Southold Chronicles series. Learn more at www.rebeccademarino.com. | 0800722205 |
Attracted to Fire | Review A hero who won’t back down, a heroine he can’t resist, and a secret that keeps them all in danger. This is a great read―don’t miss it. -- Lyn Cote, author of Her Abundant Joy From the Back Cover Only one assignment stands between Special Agent Meghan Connors and her dream of protecting the president. After threats are made against the vice president’s rebellious daughter, Meghan is added to her protective detail on a secluded Texas ranch, far from the media and any would-be assassins. Unfortunately, working with Special Agent in Charge Ash Zinders may be as challenging as safeguarding Lindsay Hall. He has a reputation for being critical and exacting, but behind his tough exterior, Meghan finds Ash is equally dedicated to upholding their oath.When Vice President Hall is sworn in as president, threats on his daughter escalate and security on the ranch is breached. But who is the real target, and who can be trusted? As Ash and Meghan investigate, they uncover a deadly conspiracy that reaches deeper and higher than anyone imagined . . . and only they can put the pieces together before it’s too late. | 1414348649 |
Amish Christmas at North Star: Four Stories of Love and Family | Review "An enthralling holiday read for Amish fiction devotees." - Library Journal "Each author has her own writing style and does a good job of enhancing each others' stories in this well-put-together anthology." - RT Book Reviews, 4 stars About the Author CINDY WOODSMALL is a best-selling author of several works of Amish fiction and a non-fiction book. MINDY STARNS CLARK is a bestselling author of both fiction and nonfiction, coauthoring the Christy Award-winning The Amish Midwife . Her daughter EMILY CLARK is an MFA student. AMANDA FLOWER authored the Amish Quilt Shop mysteries as Isabella Alan and received an Agatha Award nomination for Maid of Murder . Christy Award winner KATIE GANSHERT is the author of A Broken Kind of Beautiful , three other novels and two novellas. | 1601428146 |
Grave Consequences: A Novel (Grand Tour Series) | About the Author Lisa T. Bergren is the award-winning author of over thirty-five books, with more than 2 million copies sold. A former publishing executive, Lisa now divides her time between writing, editing, parenting three children with her husband, Tim, and dreaming of her next trip to Italy. She lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado. | 143476432X |
The Snowflake | About the Author Jamie Carie is the author of Snow Angel , a ForeWord magazine Romance Book of the Year winner, USA Book News National "Best Books 2007" Awards winner, and 2008 RITA Awards¨ Best First Book finalist. She lives with her husband and three children in Indianapolis, Indiana. | 1433669366 |
These Nameless Things | From the Back Cover "Powerful, startling. . . . This book is a wonder."-- Susie Finkbeiner , author of Stories That Bind Us and All Manner of Things "Ultimately a survival story--how we survive the evils we have both committed and omitted on our terrible and beautiful journey home."-- John Blase , poet and author"A poetic, heartfelt meditation on guilt, grief, grace, and forgiveness, reminiscent of both Dante's Inferno and Lost ."-- Anne Bogel , creator of Modern Mrs Darcy and the What Should I Read Next? podcast"Beauty and melancholy and hope and weight woven together. Not to be missed."-- Andi Cumbo-Floyd , author of the Steele Secrets series***Once held captive and tortured on a mysterious mountain, Dan was lucky to have made it out alive. But freedom comes at a cost. Left with little memory of the horrific ordeal, Dan can recall one thing--his escape meant leaving his brother behind.With each day that passes, Dan waits with the other survivors in hope of his brother's escape. But just as long-forgotten memories start rising to the surface, the sudden appearance of a wounded woman throws everything into question. As Dan struggles to know who to trust, he is caught once again in a paralyzing moral dilemma:How far will he go to save the people he loves? Shawn Smucker is the award-winning author of Light from Distant Stars , the young adult novels The Day the Angels Fell and The Edge of Over There , and the memoir Once We Were Strangers . He lives with his wife and six children in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. You can find him online at www.shawnsmucker.com. About the Author Shawn Smucker is the award-winning author of Light from Distant Stars and These Nameless Things , the young adult novels The Day the Angels Fell and The Edge of Over There , and the memoir Once We Were Strangers . He lives with his wife and six children in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. You can find him online at www.shawnsmucker.com. | 0800735307 |
Of Stillness and Storm | Review 'This novel juxtaposes sometimes dueling desires---fulfilling a ministry and meeting family needs---and shows the difficulty in striking a true course between them.' -- WORLD Magazine'Phoenix’s gutsy novel brings attention to the plight of missionaries’ kids broken by the sacrifices their families make to answer the call.' -- CBA Market book reviews'In this fine novel, Phoenix realistically captures the deep struggles enveloping a missionary family. ' -- Publishers Weekly'This book should be required reading for every wife and husband in the mission field . . . Readers will run through a gamut of emotions . . . This is a book that will take a reader out of their comfort zone but will also leave readers with thought-provoking questions long after reading. Well done!' -- RT Book Reviews, 4-star review About the Author Born in France to a Canadian father and an American mother, Michèle Phoenix is a consultant, writer and speaker with a heart for Third Culture Kids. She taught for 20 years at Black Forest Academy (Germany) before launching her own advocacy venture under Global Outreach Mission. Michèle travels globally to consult and teach on topics related to this unique people group. She loves good conversations, mischievous students, Marvel movies and paths to healing. Learn more at michelephoenix.com Twitter: @frenchphoenix | 0718086422 |
On the Cliffs of Foxglove Manor | From the Back Cover Foxglove Manor would twist its way into your soul until one day it owned you, and it called to you, and it didn't cease haunting you until you came back. In 1885, Adria Fontaine has been sent away from her home to recover goods her malevolent father pirated on the Great Lakes during the Civil War. Hoping to find freedom away from her father, Adria arrives at Foxglove Manor--a stone house on a cliff overlooking Lake Superior--but senses only wickedness hovering over the property. The mistress of Foxglove is an eccentric and seemingly cruel old woman who has filled her house with dangerous secrets, ones that may cost Adria her life. Centuries later, Kailey Gibson takes on a position as a nurse's aide at a senior home in a renovated old stone manor. Abducted as a child, she has nothing but locked-up memories of secrets and death, overshadowed by the chilling threat from her kidnappers that they may return. When the residents of Foxglove start sharing stories of whispers in the night, hidden treasure, and a love willing to kill, it becomes clear this home is far from a haven. As the sinister mysteries of Foxglove Manor haunt two women separated by time, they will have to risk it all to banish the past's demons--including their own."Wright captivates with this eerie story of lost Civil War gold and a haunted manor. . . . While spiritual elements are subtle, Wright's fans will be thrilled with this haunting tale." --Publishers Weekly About the Author Jaime Jo Wright (jaimewrightbooks.com) is the author of nine novels, including Christy Award and Daphne du Maurier Award winner The House on Foster Hill and Carol Award winner The Reckoning at Gossamer Pond . She's also the Publishers Weekly and ECPA bestselling author of two novellas. Jaime lives in Wisconsin with her cat named Foo; her husband, Cap'n Hook; and their two mini-adults, Peter Pan and CoCo. | 0764233904 |
Abducted (Pacific Coast Justice) | Review Praise for Accused , book one in the Pacific Coast Justice series: “Cantore is a former cop, and her experience shows in this wonderful series debut.” (Library Journal) From the Back Cover After solving the mayor’s murder and exposing corruption among the top brass in Las Playas, Carly Edwards is happy to be back on patrol with her partner, Joe, putting bad guys behind bars. For once, everything in life seems to be going right.But then everything starts going wrong. Slow to recover from an injury, her ex-husband, Nick, begins pulling away just as they were starting to get close again. Meanwhile, when Joe’s wife lands in the hospital with a mysterious illness, their baby is kidnapped. As Carly chases down every lead in a desperate search to find the baby, her newfound faith is pushed to its limits. | 1414358482 |
Bone Deep (Widow's Island Novella Book 9) | About the Author Kendra Elliot has landed on the Wall Street Journal bestseller list multiple times and is the award-winning author of the Bone Secrets and Callahan & McLane series, the Mercy Kilpatrick novels, and the Columbia River novels. She’s a three-time winner of the Daphne du Maurier Award, an International Thriller Writers Award finalist, and an RT Award final¬ist. She has always been a voracious reader, cutting her teeth on classic female heroines such as Nancy Drew, Trixie Belden, and Laura Ingalls. She was born and raised in the rainy Pacific Northwest with her family but now lives in flip-flops. Visit her at www.kendraelliot.com. | B09CG9JJSN |
The Wonder of You (Christiansen Family) | Review Back in Deep Haven, Minnesota, Amelia Christiansen feels certain she has failed in life. The romance she felt so sure of is over, and her dreams feel dashed as she picks up the same routine from her youth, even reigniting a high-school relationship. However, Amelia’s heart has changed, and she yearns for the adventure and romance she experienced during her semester abroad. As inspirational author Warren ( Always on My Mind , 2015) continues the story of the Christiansens, another member of this large family learns what it means to trust in family, faith, and love. Roark St. John, Amelia’s European suitor, has always longed for the type of community Amelia has always known, so when she leaves him behind, he knows he must do whatever it takes to win back her heart. Readers will warm to the couple as they struggle between wanting freedom and the comfort of the familiar, passionate love and the safety of hidden feelings. When they decide to live in faith instead of fear, they realize that adventure and love can coexist. Booklist | 1414378459 |
Taken: (A Contemporary Psychological Thriller and Clean Romance) | From the Back Cover An investigator who knows tragic loss firsthand, and his new client, missing far too long... Abducted at the age of sixteen and coerced into assisting the Jacoby crime family, Shannon Bliss has finally found a way out. She desperately wants to resume some semblance of normal life, but she also knows she has some unfinished business to attend to. She might have enough evidence to put her captors behind bars for a very long time. When Shannon contacts private investigator Matthew Dane, a former cop, to help her navigate her reentry into society, he quickly discovers that gaining her freedom doesn't mean her troubles are over. If the Jacoby family learns she is still alive, they'll stop at nothing to silence her.If justice is to be done, and if Shannon's life is ever to get on track again, Matthew will need to discover exactly what happened to her--even if it means stirring up a hornet's nest of secrets."Henderson follows her tried-and-true formula in this well-paced tale of slowly developing love, which will please readers who enjoy the pairing of romantic suspense with evangelical Christian fiction." - Booklist "Henderson continues to prove her writing expertise in this psychological thriller." - CBA Retailers + Resources About the Author Dee Henderson is the author of numerous novels, including Taken , Undetected , Unspoken, Full Disclosure , and the acclaimed O'Malley and Uncommon Heroes series. Her books have won or been nominated for several prestigious industry awards, such as the RITA Award, the Christy Award, and the ECPA Gold Medallion. Dee is a lifelong resident of Illinois. Learn more at www.deehenderson.com. | 076421571X |
A Killer Among Us: A Novel (Women of Justice) | From the Back Cover What happens when the hunter . . . becomes the hunted? Kit Kenyon is a first-rate hostage negotiator. Noah Lambert is a good detective with excellent instincts. These new partners have hardly had time to get used to each other when they are thrown into a grisly murder case. As evidence mounts up and more victims are found, Kit and Noah realize they are on the hunt for a serial killer. The problem is, he may be hunting one of them too.With nail-biting suspense, clever plot twists, and a hint of romance, A Killer Among Us is the latest thriller from Lynette Eason. Praise for Lynette Eason's Women of Justice series "My friend Lynette has a hit on her hands with this romantic suspense."--Dee Henderson, bestselling author, the O'Malley series"A fast-moving tale filled with nonstop action. No chance to catch your breath with this one!"--Irene Hannon, bestselling author, the Heroes of Quantico series"An exciting ride with characters you will care about."--Margaret Daley, award-winning Steeple Hill romantic suspense author"Don't read Eason's newest novel late at night!"-- RT Book Reviews "One heck of a thriller. The suspense is high; I was turning pages so fast I had to go back and re-read."-- Suspense Magazine Lynette Eason is the author of Too Close to Home , Don't Look Back , and three other romantic suspense novels. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and Romance Writers of America. A homeschooling mother of two, she has a master's degree in education from Converse College and lives in South Carolina. About the Author Lynette Eason is the author of Too Close to Home , Don't Look Back , and three other romantic suspense novels. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and Romance Writers of America. A homeschooling mother of two, she has a master's degree in education from Converse College. She lives in South Carolina. | 0800733711 |
Wrath (Faith McMann Trilogy Book 3) | About the Author New York Times , USA Today , and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Theresa Ragan has sold more than 1.8 million books. Under the name T. R. Ragan, she writes thrillers, including Furious , Outrage , and Wrath in the Faith McMann series and the Lizzy Gardner novels Abducted , Dead Weight , A Dark Mind , Obsessed , Almost Dead , and Evil Never Dies . Theresa also writes medieval time-travel stories, contemporary romance, and romantic suspense. She and her husband have four children and live in Sacramento, California. To learn more about Theresa, visit her website at www.theresaragan.com. | B01H3RO2TM |
Silent Days, Holy Night | About the Author Phyllis Clark Nichols grew up in the deep shade of magnolia trees in Georgia and weaves her Southern culture into character-driven stories that explore profound human questions. She is a classically trained musician and enjoys art, books, nature, cooking, travel, and ordinary people. After retiring as a cable network executive, Phyllis began leading mission teams to orphanages in Guatemala and now serves on three nonprofit boards, where she works with others who are equally passionate about bringing hope and light to those who need it most. Phyllis and her husband live in the Texas Hill Country. | 1683701496 |
Who I Am with You (A Legacy of Faith Novel) | Review '. . . best-selling inspirational romance star Hatcher weaves a story of love and identity lost and found . . . The characters are authentic, the butterflies of anticipation are persistent, and the protagonists' deferred attraction is thrillingly palpable; you cannot help but hold your breath until they realize it, too.' -- Booklist'Hatcher's moving novel is rich in healing and hope, and realistically portrays the tough introspection that sometimes comes with being hurt.' -- Publishers Weekly About the Author Robin Lee Hatcher is the author of over 80 novels and novellas with over five million copies of her books in print. She is known for her heartwarming and emotionally charged stories of faith, courage, and love. Her numerous awards include the RITA Award, the Carol Award, the Christy Award, the HOLT Medallion, the National Reader’s Choice Award, and the Faith, Hope & Love Reader’s Choice Award. Robin is also the recipient of prestigious Lifetime Achievement Awards from both American Christian Fiction Writers and Romance Writers of America. When not writing, she enjoys being with her family, spending time in the beautiful Idaho outdoors, Bible art journaling, reading books that make her cry, watching romantic movies, and decorative planning. Robin makes her home on the outskirts of Boise, sharing it with a demanding Papillon dog and a persnickety tuxedo cat. | 0785219269 |
Short-Straw Bride | From the Back Cover Four brothers. Four straws. One bride.No one steps on Archer land. Not if they value their life. But when Meredith Hayes overhears a plot to burn the Archer brothers off their ranch, a long-standing debt compels her to take the risk.Years of constant vigilance hardens a man. Yet when Travis Archer comes across a female trespasser with the same vivid blue eyes as the courageous young girl he once aided, he can't bring himself to send her away. And when an act of sacrifice leaves her injured and her reputation in shreds, gratitude and guilt prompt him to attempt to rescue her once again.Despite the fact that Travis is no longer the gallant youth Meredith once dreamed about, she vows to stand by his side. But will love ever be hers? Or will Travis always see her as merely a short-straw bride?"Humor, romance, history, interesting plot and great characters-- Short-Straw Bride has it all. A lovely Christian romance." -- Historical Novels Review "If you want a hard-to-put-down, fast read, then Short-Straw Bride is the next book you should read. Set in the1880's in Texas, the characters are as real as any in life today. There is loyalty, gentleness, humor, love, anger, greediness and stubbornness yet this story is inspirational and fun to enjoy. With the full flavor of the West and the oftentimes deceitful actions of others, this heartwarming love story adds so much to the rich, engaging plot" --Portland Book Reviews About the Author Two-time RITA® Finalist, Carol Award Finalist, and winner of the coveted HOLT Medallion, CBA bestselling author, Karen Witemeyer, writes Christian historical romance for Bethany House, believing that the world needs more happily-ever-afters. Karen holds a master's degree in Psychology from Abilene Christian University. She is an avid cross-stitcher, shower singer, and bakes a mean apple cobbler. Karen makes her home in Abilene, TX with her husband and three children. | 0764209655 |
The Hope Jar (Volume 1) (The Prayer Jars) | Book Description What happens when making an elderly Amish couple very happy means going along with a lie that gets bigger by the day? Michelle is not who her new family believes her to be, but how can she tell the truth without hurting the ones she has come to truly love? About the Author New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Wanda E. Brunstetter is one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. She has written close to 90 books translated in four languages. With over 10 million copies sold, Wanda's stories consistently earn spots on the nation's most prestigious bestseller lists and have received numerous awards. Wanda’s ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are well-read and trusted by many Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs. When Wanda visits her Amish friends, she finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties. Wanda enjoys photography, ventriloquism, gardening, bird-watching, beachcombing, and spending time with her family. She and her husband, Richard, have been blessed with two grown children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. To learn more about Wanda, visit her website at www.wandabrunstetter.com . | 1624167470 |
You Can Hide: A Riveting New Thriller (A Laurel Snow Thriller Book 2) | Review “Zanetti’s tantalizing second Laurel Snow romantic thriller returns to the mountains of Washington State for another jam-packed tale of action, intrigue, and endearingly awkward social interaction…Zanetti excels at marrying solid plot and rapid pacing with distinctive characterization: the protagonists are well shaded and refreshing, while the supporting cast ably balances charm and quirk. Readers will easily fall back into the small-town setting and thrill at the suspense-tinged romance.” – Publishers Weekly About the Author Rebecca Zanetti is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over fifty romantic suspense, dark paranormal, and contemporary romances, many of which have also appeared on the Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and iBooks bestseller lists. She is a two-time RT Reviewers Choice Award-winner, the recipient of the RWA Daphne du Maurier Award, a five-time Daphne du Maurier Award-finalist, a PRISM Award-winner, and a two-time PRISM Award-finalist. Nearly a dozen of her novels have been selected as Amazon Best Romances of the Month, including Lethal Lies, Mercury Striking and Fallen , which were also Amazon Best Books of the Year. Zanetti has worked as an art curator, Senate aide, lawyer, college professor, and a hearing examiner—only to culminate it all in stories about alpha males and the women who claim them. Please visit her online at RebeccaZanetti.com. --This text refers to the paperback edition. | B09TX1HS1Y |
Until Leaves Fall in Paris: (A World War II Historical Fiction Book and Inspirational Christian Romance) | From the Back Cover Paris, 1940 When the Nazis march toward Paris, American ballerina Lucie Girard buys her favorite English-language bookstore to allow the Jewish owners to escape. The Germans make it difficult for her to keep Green Leaf Books afloat. And she must keep the store open if she is to continue aiding the resistance by passing secret messages between the pages of her books.Widower Paul Aubrey wants nothing more than to return to the States with his little girl, but the US Army convinces him to keep his factory running and obtain military information from his German customers. As the war rages on, Paul offers his own resistance by sabotaging his product and hiding British airmen in his factory. But in order to carry out his mission, he must appear to support the occupation--which does not win him any sympathy when he meets Lucie in the bookstore.In a world turned upside down, will love or duty prevail? Praise for When Twilight Breaks "Sundin's novels set the gold standard for historical war romance."-- Booklist , starred review"Sundin's latest World War II tale positively crackles with tension."-- Library Journal , starred review About the Author Sarah Sundin is the bestselling author of When Twilight Breaks , Until Leaves Fall in Paris , The Sound of Light , and the popular WWII series Sunrise at Normandy, among others. She is a Christy Award winner and a Carol Award winner, and her novels have received starred reviews from Booklist , Library Journal , and Publishers Weekly , and have appeared on Booklist 's "101 Best Romance Novels of the Last 10 Years." Sarah lives in California. Visit www.SarahSundin.com for more information. | 0800736370 |
Hello, Hollywood! (Backstage Pass) | From the Back Cover When it comes to love, one thing's for sure--it doesn't follow a script! Athena Pappas is the head writer on Stars Collide , one of the most popular sitcoms in television history. But when Vegas comedian Stephen Cosse is brought in to beef up the show's suddenly sagging ratings, she starts to worry about her job. Sparks fly as the competition--and attraction--between the two writers heats up. Athena has never had a problem writing the romances of her characters. So why is her own love life so hard to script?With humor and a Hollywood-insider viewpoint, Hello, Hollywood! delivers lots of laughs as Athena and Stephen discover that not being in control of the plot of their lives might just be the best thing that ever happened to them. If you want more of Bella, DJ, Brock Benson, and other favorite characters from Janice Thompson, you'll love the Backstage Pass series. "Romance, drama, fun--Hello, Hollywood! has it all."-- Jenny B. Jones , award-winning author of Save the Date and A Charmed Life series"Thoroughly delightful! A blend of contemporary life and romance with nostalgic snapshots of Hollywood's golden age. Thompson writes with warmth and humor, creating a world we can all escape to for a little while."-- Rachel Hauck , bestselling and award-winning author of Dining with Joy Janice Thompson is a seasoned romance author and former screenwriter. An expert at pulling the humor from the situations we get ourselves into, Thompson affords an inside look at TV land, drawing on her experiences as a screenwriter. She is the author of the Weddings by Bella series and Stars Collide . She lives in Texas. About the Author Janice Thompson is a seasoned romance author and screenwriter. An expert at pulling the humor from the situations we get ourselves into, Thompson affords an inside look at TV land, drawing on her experiences as a screenwriter. She is the author of the Weddings by Bella series and Stars Collide . She lives in Texas. | 0800733460 |
A Faith of Her Own (A Middlefield Amish Novel) | About the Author With over two million copies sold, Kathleen Fuller is the USA TODAY bestselling author of several bestselling novels, including the Hearts of Middlefield novels, the Middlefield Family novels, the Amish of Birch Creek series, and the Amish Letters series as well as a middle-grade Amish series, the Mysteries of Middlefield. Visit her online at KathleenFuller.com; Instagram: @kf_booksandhooks; Facebook: @WriterKathleenFuller; Twitter: @TheKatJam. | 0529102781 |
A Plain Disappearance: An Appleseed Creek Mystery | Review "Flower has hit it out of the ballpark with this series and continues to amaze with her knowledge of the Amish way of life."- 4 1/2 stars Top Pick RT Book Reviews About the Author Amanda Flower is an academic librarian for a small college in Ohio and grew up visiting the state’s Amish Country with her family. Her 2010 debut, Maid of Murder , received an Agatha Award nomination for Best First Novel. | 1433676990 |
Mississippi Nights (A Southern Saga) | About the Author DM Webb lives, along with her two sons and a variety of pets, in the beautiful state of Mississippi. She is an active member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Her studies in art and sociology coupled with her many jobs ranging from bookstore clerk to volunteer firefighter/EMR has produced a plethora of ideas for upcoming books. | 1935507915 |
Dear Mr Knightley | Review 'This delightful debut novel about how one young woman learns to become the person she was meant to be will resonate with fans of New Adult fiction and with readers who enjoy Jane Austen spin-offs.' --Library Journal Starred Review'Katherine Reay's Dear Mr. Knightley kept me up until 2:00 a.m.; I simply couldn't put it down.' --Eloisa James, New York Times best-selling author of Once Upon a Tower. About the Author Katherine Reay has enjoyed a life-long affair with the works of Jane Austen and her contemporaries. After earning degrees in history and marketing from Northwestern University, she worked in not-for-profit development before returning to school to pursue her MTS. Katherine lives with her husband and three children in Seattle, WA. Dear Mr. Knightley was her first novel. Twitter: @Katherine_Reay Facebook: katherinereaybooks | 140168968X |
A Portrait of Emily Price | Review 'Reay’s sensually evocative descriptions of Italian food and scenery makes this a delight for fans of Frances Mayes’s Under the Tuscan Sun. The author of The Brontë Plot writes novels that speak to the universal truths in the human heart, and her latest will appeal to readers of new adult fiction with its focus on the power of following a dream.' -- Library Journal, starred review'Another rich, multi-layered story from Katherine Reay. Fabulously described settings will make readers long to visit Italy . . . This is a lovely tale that will nest in the reader’s heart and won’t let go.' -- RT Book Reviews, 4 1/2 stars, Top Pick About the Author Katherine Reay is a national bestselling and award-winning author who has enjoyed a lifelong affair with books. She publishes both fiction and nonfiction, holds a BA and MS from Northwestern University, and currently lives outside Chicago, Illinois, with her husband and three children. You can meet her at katherinereay.com; Facebook: @KatherineReayBooks; Twitter: @katherine_reay; Instagram: @katherinereay. | 0718077911 |
Two Tickets to the Christmas Ball: A Novella | About the Author Expertly weaving together fantasy, romance and Biblical truths, Donita K. Paul penned the best-selling, fan-favorite DragonKeeper Chronicles series. After retiring early from teaching, she began a second career as an award-winning author and loves serving as a mentor for new writers of all ages. And when she’s not putting pen to paper, Donita makes her home in Colorado Springs and enjoys spending time with her grandsons, cooking, beading, stamping, and knitting. | 0307458997 |
I Am Hutterite: The Fascinating True Story of a Young Woman's Journey to reclaim Her Heritage | From Publishers Weekly This sweeping prairie memoir, self-published in Canada in 2007, rapidly garnered both commercial and literary applause. Recounting the author's journey from a Hutterite girlhood to an adolescence of desperate striving to catch up with fashions of the time, the book manages to pack information about Hutterite life into a coming-of-age narrative without slowing it down. Kirkby's family moved away from their Manitoba colony when she was 10 years old, after what she calls a near idyllic childhood in the cradle of a communal society. Once a reader commits the many characters and their relationships to each other to memory, the book becomes as riveting and well-paced as a novel. Kirkby captures the complex cadences of Hutterite life—the bawdy humor and knack for storytelling that stands beside austere ritual, the poverty of personal possession and freedom that exists beside the security of community life—with pitch-perfect writing. She also manages to avoid either vilifying or romanticizing a culture that has been subjected to both. Readers will find themselves hoping that Kirkby follows the popular trend in memoir writing: producing a sequel. (May) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. About the Author Mary-Ann Kirkby spent her childhood in a Hutterite colony in Canada. Without warning her parents uprooted their 7 children to begin a new life in the outside world. Mary-Ann's difficult transition into popular culture led her to an award-winning career in television as a gifted storyteller. | 084994810X |
Giver of Wonders | Review Perfect for the Christmas season, White's latest is a storythat begs to become a tradition. The setting comes alive in sights, sounds andsmells, but it's the people in this book that make it so memorable. Despite thegeneral solemnity to the plot, vivid characters and their strong and unswervingfaith frame the tale in life and warmth and love. This story of love and faithbelongs on every holiday reading list--it's a beautifully crafted reminder ofthe true purpose of giving. ~ RT Book Review 4 ½ Star TOP PICK | 1939023831 |
Keep Holding On (Walker Family) | Review Tagg gets better and better with each new book. Becket and Kit's story is more than just their story; it expands to the entire Walker and Danby families as well as the community of Maple Valley in a way that will cement Tagg as a go-to author in this genre. Told poignantly and with a good deal of toe-curling swoon-worthiness, the reunion of these childhood best friends is sweet and funny and sincere. -RT Book Reviews About the Author Melissa Tagg is a former reporter, current nonprofit grant writer and total Iowa girl. She writes romantic comedies in the banter-filled style of her favorite 1930s and 40s classic films. Her second Walker Family book, Like Never Before, was named by Publishers Weekly to their spring 2016 "Religion and Spirituality" Top 10 list. When she's not writing she can be found hanging out with the coolest family ever, watching old movies, and daydreaming about her next book. Melissa loves connecting with readers at www.melissatagg.com and on Facebook and Instagram. | 0997964200 |
Sister Dear | Review 'McNeill (Center of Gravity) misfires with this tangled tale of a wrongfully convicted woman trying to reclaim her life. Sheriff Lee Gaines’s animosity, Emma’s subversion (first hinted at, then blatant), and Caroline’s histrionic anguish all become explicable once Allie discovers mysteriously still-intact evidence 10 years after Thomas’s death. Clumsy plotting and shallow characters don’t help. ' -- Publishers Weekly'...McNeill kept dangling me above the motivation until she finally explained it to me. I highly recommend this book to everyone.' -- Fiction 4113 stars. 'Subtly creepy, McNeill’s latest sneaks up on the reader with its eerie storyline. But some of the plot points and motives don’t really work together. The buildup and eventual reveal fall a bit flat in the scope of the book. Overall, it’s an original twist on the wrongly accused victim trying to exonerate herself, and will keep readers interested throughout.” -- RT Book Reviews About the Author Laura McNeil is a writer, web geek, travel enthusiast, and coffee drinker. In her former life, she was a television news anchor for CBS News affiliates in New York and Alabama. Laura holds a master’s degree in journalism from The Ohio State University and is completing a graduate program in interactive technology at the University of Alabama. When she’s not writing and doing homework, she enjoys running, yoga, and spending time at the beach. She lives in Mobile, AL with her family. | 0718030923 |
Sparkle Box | About the Author Jill Hardie is a writer and marketing professional with a great deal of enthusiasm for the Sparkle Box concept. Jill’s family began the tradition of placing a Sparkle Box under their Christmas tree when her children were seven and fifteen years old; now, the Sparkle Box is the gift they most anticipate opening each year. Jill, her husband, and their two children live in North Canton, Ohio. At a very early age, Christine Kornacki developed a love for painting and bringing stories to life. After receiving a BFA in illustration from the University of Hartford, her dreams of illustrating children’s books began to take shape, including illustrating the best-selling The First Christmas Night . She spends her days painting in her studio, which adjoins a charming café in New Haven, Connecticut. | 0824956478 |
Targeted (Callahan & McLane Book 4) | Review “The Callahan & McLane series comes to a close in Elliot’s latest gripping novel. The mystery and suspense are top-notch, and the romance embedded within will quench love story junkies’ thirst, too. The author’s eye for detail makes this one play out more like a movie rather than a book. It can easily be read as a standalone but is obviously much better if the prior three are digested first.” — RT Book Reviews (4 stars) “ Targeted is a perfect combination of romance and love, suspense and thrill, support and friendship that targets your heart with the satisfaction of reading a well-written novel.” — Romancing Life “Ms. Elliot had me on the edge of my seat.” — Books-n-Kisses “Kendra Elliot has rapidly made it onto my must-read list...The tension in this book is delicious.” — Shaiha’s Ramblings About the Author Wall Street Journal bestselling author Kendra Elliot won the 2015 and 2014 Daphne du Maurier Awards for Best Romantic Suspense. She was also an International Thriller Writers finalist for Best Paperback Original and a Romantic Times finalist for Best Romantic Suspense. She lives in the rainy Pacific Northwest with her husband, three daughters, and a Pomeranian, but she dreams of living every day in flip-flops. She loves to hear from readers through her website, www.KendraElliot.com. | B017IKQW5Q |
The Mountains Bow Down (Raleigh Harmon) | Review Giorello's stories are always well written and entertaining. This latest includes a little welcome humor in the mix. 4 stars --Romantic TimesGiorello won the Christy Award for this series' debut (The Stones Cry Out). Each entry has proven better than the one before, and the latest installment is no exception. Crisp writing, fast-paced action, and beautiful descriptions of Alaskan landscapes make this an essential read for fans of Irene Hannon. --Library JournalGiorello has won the Christy Award and has received two Pulitzer Prize nominations. When you read this book, you'll see why. --Booklist (starred review)Read her for her wonderfully descriptive prose, her killer plots or her well-drawn characters, but read [Giorello]. You'll come away enriched in deep and plentiful ways. --Richmond Times | 1595545352 |
A Stolen Heart (Cimarron Creek Trilogy) | About the Author Amanda Cabot is the bestselling author of After the Shadows , as well as several historical and contemporary romance series, including Mesquite Springs, Cimarron Creek Trilogy, Texas Crossroads, Texas Dreams, and Westward Winds. Her books have been finalists for the ACFW Carol Awards, the HOLT Medallion, and the Booksellers' Best. She lives in Wyoming. Learn more at www.amandacabot.com. | 0800727568 |
The Fifth Avenue Story Society | Review 'In this exhilarating inspiration . . . Hauck inspires and uplifts with this mix of tales.' -- Publishers Weekly'Examining how the tales we tell have the power to hurt and to heal, Hauck's crossover novel is for both romance and inspirational readers. Its message will resonate with readers long after the last page.' -- Library Journal starred review About the Author Rachel Hauck is the New York Times , Wall Street Journal , and USA TODAY bestselling author of The Wedding Dress , which was also named Inspirational Novel of the Year by Romantic Times and was a RITA finalist. Rachel lives in central Florida with her husband and pet and writes from her ivory tower. Visit her online at RachelHauck.com; Facebook: RachelHauck; Twitter: @RachelHauck; Instagram: @rachelhauck. | 0310350921 |
The Heart Mender: A Story of Second Chances | About the Author Andy Andrews is a bestselling novelist, speaker, and consultant for some of the world’s most successful teams, largest corporations, and fastest-growing organizations. He is the author of the New York Times bestsellers The Noticer , How Do You Kill 11 Million People? , and the modern classic The Traveler’s Gift . For more information, please visit AndyAndrews.com. | 078523103X |
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Difference-aware Personalized Learning (DPL) Dataset
This dataset is used in the paper:
Measuring What Makes You Unique: Difference-Aware User Modeling for Enhancing LLM Personalization
Yilun Qiu, Xiaoyan Zhao, Yang Zhang, Yimeng Bai, Wenjie Wang, Hong Cheng, Fuli Feng, Tat-Seng Chua
This dataset is an adaptation of the Amazon Reviews'23 dataset. It contains item metadata for Books, CDs & Vinyl, and Movies & TV. Each item includes title, description, and asin.
See the metadata for details on the data structure and sizes.
Dataset Preprocess
The dataset was processed using the following commands (found in the data directory):
./create.sh
License
This dataset is licensed under the CC-BY-NC-4.0 License.
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