When Jacob Greer finds the company CFO asleep at her desk, he thinks he understands why changes need to be made in this company—starting with the boss’s daughter. Lauren Kingsley regrets that Jacob’s first impression of her is that of a spoiled socialite and is forced to share her truth with him. As overwhelming fear and misconceptions threaten to separate Jacob and Lauren forever, will the touch of God’s loving hand lead them both to the healing they so desperately need?

"My parents are dead."    Arianna Kent's last spoken words were heard by a 911 operator. Now in hiding, Ari and her brother Simon must process their grief and the fear of the killer on the loose. But since her traumatic discovery of the murder, Ari has not been able to speak. 
    As a psychiatrist, Mitch Ellis is intrigued with Ari's condition. When the opportunity arises for him to help on her security detail, he takes it, though not to analyze her, but because he personally understands her loss.
    Details begin to emerge, but they only cause more confusion. When Ari learns the board of the family business plans to place someone other than her as CEO, she must return to the scene of the crime.
    Can Mitch protect Ari when his own secrets are revealed. Can Ari forgive yet another betrayal from a person she loves? Only God can untangle the mess they're in, but will they let Him?

"The fear of man bringeth a snare, but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe." Proverbs 29:25

Author note: The writing process always evolves and I just wanted to say that if you've picked up on Ari's last words being said to the doorman of her parents' building, please accept my apologies. The change was made after the cover blurb was created and didn't get caught in all the last minute details.
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Three of Paris, Kentucky's most eligible bachelors will soon become the unlikely answer to prayer for three women with big dreams. Val wants to start her own wedding business. Jane is widowed and ready to start life over. Opie is hoping to see her culinary career take off.








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Richie never expected to meet his brother's wife this way. From all Jack had said, Katy was a man’s worst nightmare. When she arrives in town, insisting she and Jack have a daughter—and that Jack kidnapped her—Richie refuses to believe her story. But something isn’t right. Could his brother really have been the man Katy says he was?
    Despite their differences, Katy and Richie must work together to find the truth—and the child. Will God bring peace in the midst of this storm, or will the evil set in motion by an unscrupulous man prevail?

Ophelia Truelove, Opie for short, is pursuing a career as a chef and doesn't think a family should keep her from that goal.  Wendell Hunter, wealthy owner of Hunter Farm and eligible bachelor, desires a wife who puts her husband and children before a career.              When Wendell starts facing the reasons behind his desires he wonders if he's missing something vital in pursuit of the "perfect" woman.  Will Opie and Wendell allow God to change them as they draw closer to Him and to each other.

Heath Has Lost His Focus

For years, Heath Trueloves's one goal has been to get his education and help his younger siblings obtain theirs.  Now God's provision for his family has forced him to pursue other interests.  He finds himself trying to reconcile his choice to be a landscaper for his sister's new wedding venue business against finding a job worthy of his expensive education.
    A young widow and unemployed single mother, Jane Holt struggles with her own emotions.  Desperation, anger, loneliness and the inability to forgivie overwhelm her life until the Truelove family welcomes her into their world.
    As a teenager, Heath was attracted to Jane, but when it came down to choices, she made decisions that changed her life -- and not for the better.  Now she's back in his life, but can Heath get past his fears and trust God to give him the woman he loves?

"You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit -- fruit that will last. Then the father will give you whatever you ask in my name."  John 15:16

Three South Carolina women, once wounded by love, now find Mr. Wrong knocking at their doors.  Dare they reopen their hearts to romance?

When Maggie Gregory's landlady passes away, Dillon Rogers suspects Maggie is trying to cheat him out of his inheritance.   Can God bring these two independent people together as one?

Kim Elliott has vowed to never again become involved with someone who isn't a bonafide Christian.  But when she finds herself attracted to the dark, brooding Wyatt Alexander, her resolve is given the ultimate test.  Can love bloom despite their troubled pasts?

Julie Dennis is in charge of her nephews and niece over the holidays, her only support being an old beau who'd once left her behind.  Noah Loughlin feels confident he can regain Julie's love.  But can he compete with five kids and reach Julie's heart with only fourteen days until Christmas?

Can these women risk allowing love into their lives once more?

    Val Truelove dreams of owning the Kentucky horse farm she grew up on and running a wedding venue business.  And she prays big prayers.  When an answer comes in an unlikely package, her life is never the same again.  But she must overcome obstacles--an opinionated architect, sabotaged plans, and a vengeful former coworker--to see her dreams become reality.
    Russ Hunter has to keep his opinions to himself, or he'll lose his job at Prestige Designs. But he can't see destroying another horse farm, especially since his brother stole his birthright and inherited his family's farm.  When his client suspects him of foul play, he turns to the one source he doesn't believe cares enough to help -- and finds he's made the best decision of his life.
    But is that enough to prove his innocence and bring two hearts together?

"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer."  Matthew 21:22

Maggie Gregory was pretty comfortable with the life she'd made for herself, until her elderly friend and landlord, Allene Rogers, passed away.  Then Allene's son arrived and accused Maggie of taking advantage of his mother.
    Dillon Rogers had been out of the States for years.  Returning to handle his mother's estate proved stressful, especially when dealing with Maggie Gregory.  He suspected that she was trying to cheat him out of his inheritance.  But now Dillon just wants Maggie's forgiveness.  And her love.
    After such a rough start to their acquaintance, would God really bring those two independent people together in love?  Will they follow His leading, or each follow their own wisdom?

"You are no longer foreigners and aliens, but fellow citizens with God's people and members of God's househould, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone."  Ephesians 2:19-20

Hurting and ashamed, Kim has vowed she will never again allow herself to become involved with someone who isn't a true, walking-with-God Christian.  But then she finds herself attracted to dark, brooding Wyatt...and she's sure he can't be good for her.
    Wyatt Alexander has lived a life of quiet desperation since the accident that killed his wife.  He's cut himself off from friends and family and from the God he feels would judge him harshly.  He has no time for fun or romance, so why can't he get Kim out of his mind?
    Will Kim give God control of her life and dreams?  Can Wyatt forgive himself?  Would God really bring these two together despite their troubled pasts?

"Grace be until you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ."  1 Corinthians 1:3

That's Julie Dennis's role for the next two weeks to her nephews and niece, while her brother and his wife enjoy a much-needed getaway.  Her only support is the assistant pastor -- her former boyfriend who left her behind as he chased after God.  She's got enough money and ideas to distract the kids, but not her heart.
    Noah Loughlin has loved Julie for a long time.  Now that the Lord has brought her back into his life, Noah feels confident he can pursue her as a his future wife.  But she has wounds she's never revealed, and the reality of his calling is a threat to her sense of stability.
    Can Noah compete with the mayhem of caring for five kids and reach Julie's heart with only fourteen days until Christmas?

"For the Lord is a God of judgment:  Blessed are all they that wait for him."  Isaiah 30:18

Three couples face overwhelming odds in North Carolina. 

Liza Stephens couldn't be more delighted to be rescued by a truly nice guy -- until she discovers his real identity.  Big city lawyer Lee Hayden can't figure out what to do with Liza, a spirited farmer's daughter.  Can a city boy and a country girl find common ground?

With a great circle of friends and a successful child-care buisness, Deidra Pierce seems to ahve it all.  But when Eli McKay appears with his infant daughter -- and enough mystery to raise questions -- Deidra's world is turned upside down. Will love force hearts to reveal secrets that are better left hidden?

Fun-loving mortician Sharley Montgomery is completely at home in the small town settled by her ancestors.  Enter fearful-of-death Boston CEO Kenan Montgomery, who has come to make advance funeral arrangements for his eccentric employer.  Can love find a way into the hearts of this unlikely pair who share a common last name?

Will the power of faith and love overcome the differences that keep these couples apart?

With a great circle of friends and a successful child care business, Deidra Pierce has what seems to be a complete life.  But when a new client appears with the most beautiful baby she's ever seen --and enough mystery to raise questions--Deidra finds herself reaching out to this father-daughter duo.  Will her compassion force Deidra to face a past that she prefers to keep buried?

Eli McKay has had many hurts in his life--but no longer.  He has his daughter, and that's all he needs --or so he believes until he meets Deidra. Her love and self-sacrifice are almost enough to persuade him to reveal his own secretes.  But the tension is destroying his peace of mind.

Can faith bring these two together?  Or are they destined to keep their secrets forever?

"The Lord does not look at the things man looks at.  Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. "  1 Samuel 16:7

Backstage after a country music concert, Genny Smith goes into premature labor.  The young widow, a guest of the band, is helped by Stephen Camden, the lead singer, who goes out of his way to show Genny continuing kindness.  But wanting not to become a burden -- or to unveil her ugly past -- Genny tries to keep Stephen at a distance.

Stephen, who can't help but love Genny and her preemie son, Jonathan, longs to leave the secular country music scene.  Yet he can't deny his obvious gift for creating music.  Could God have something in store for him that would include both of his loves?

Can Genny surrender her burden to God and accept His loving hand in her life?  If He casts her as Stephen's leading lady, will Genny's insecurities cause her to cancel the show?

"Finally, Brothers, Good-by.  Aim for perfection, listen to my appeal, be of one mind, live in peace.  And the God of love and peace will be with you."  2 Corinthians 13:11

Liza Stephens couldn't be more delighted to be rescued by a truly nice guy--until she discovers his real identity.  Suddenly, he not exactly the enemy, but he's certainly not...well, she can't be sure what he is.  How can she deal with a new boss who's so hard to work for but so fun to play with?

Lee Hayden can't figure out what to do with this spirited country gal.  She's everything he wants and needs, but the vexing woman simply won't think straight.  If only she'd give up farming and return to the office, he'd be waiting with arms open wide.

A farmer's daughter and a big city lawyer are as different as two people can be, but they discover that opposites do attract.  Will God help them trample the seeds of doubt and overcome their differences?

"At the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."  Galations 6:9

Zachary Taylor did a double take the first time he saw Casey.  He won her heart, married her, and then ran away, overwhelmed by a personal crisis.  Now, back in line with God's will, he's hoping she'll give him a second chance.

Zach wants to convince his wife that what they have is worth keeping.  But he'll have to do that from a hospital bed.

Hurt and angry, Casey isn't sure she can handle Zach's true confessions, but she reluctantly agrees to serve as his nurse to aid in his recuperation.

Will they recover the joy they once knew?  Or is Casey giving Zach a second chance to break her heart?

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."  Psalm 46:1

Sharley is a fun-loving mortician who is completely at home with the tradition and sense of belonging she feels in the small North Carolina town settled by her ancestors.  Kenan Montgomery is a Boston CEO who fears death.  How can such opposites attract?
    Kenan throws Sharley into a whirlwind from the moment he lands his chopper in her funeral home parking lot.  He has come to make advance funeral arrangements for his eccentric, wealthy employer who, Sharley is surprised to find, is the grandfather she only recently learned existed.
    Can Kenan overcome his fear and survive Sharley's practical joke.  Can Sharley forgive her grandfather for neglecting his family?  It will take more than love to overcome the differences that keep them apart.

"And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you."  Ephensians 4:32

How many times will Shelby Tate, editor of Agape Today magazine, place an ad for a "Write to the Heart" columist?  Not just anyone will do.  The magazine's owner requires the person to be single--after all, who better to advise the unmarried?  But keeping her colunist single is the challenge, as one by one they find love.

It seems that as soon as a new Miss Lonely Heart begins writing, a reader's letter captures her attention...and before long, the author of that letter captivates her heart.

Three of Shelby's best writers--women who wrote with godly insight--have turned in resignations, along with wedding invitations.  Now, Shelby is forced to take upt he pen herself.  How can this stress possibly be from GOd?  And how will he complete the quartet of romance?

Hope Deferred - Linda Lyle
Wait for Me - Terry Fowler
Mission:Marriage - Aisha Ford
I Do Too - Pamela Kaye Tracy

One distant, shared memory binds four siblings, separated early in life and reared in different families.  This year, a new memory could begin for them as one determined friend, a short Internet message, and God's miraculous timing bring them Home for Christmas.

When she was eight, Eden Walter's family was divided by death and social services.  In her adulthood, with little hope of finidng her three siblings, Eden turns her Heart Full of Love (Colleen Coble) toward fostering neglected children.  When her special relationship with one child is threatened by the toddler's uncle, where will Eden find her strength and hope?

Crista McDaniel has lived with a sense of inferiority, believing her parents abandoned her.  Organized and efficient, she teaches a college course--where one particular student challents her to break free from her routine and schedule.  Will she let her heart Ride the Clouds (Carol Cox) like the balloons that have always thrilled her?

Don't Look Back (Terry Fowler) is Angelina Collier's motto as she struggles to raise her two children alone.  When she finds the ideal nanny, she is determined to keep her, despite the objections of the girl's father.  Can Angelina learn to lean on her friends--and her Lord--and accept that God still has miracles in store for her?

In To Keep Me Warm (Gail Gaymer Martin), Tim Richmond is also alone with a son to raise.  Dealing with the boy's handicap has been less intimidating than facing the emotional turmoil of dating.  When he finally meets the "perfect" young woman, he doubts that an orphaned factory worker like himself can ever meet her needs.  Who can convince him otherwise?

See how faith, love, and romance combine to bring Eden, Crista, Angelina and Tim together again--to begin a whole new collection of special memories.