The Patriarch
What he thought was an assignment... ...Started an American dynasty See how it all began. Antoine, the dashing palace guard at King Louis XIV's Versailles, has his world upturned when the king's beautiful and mysterious cousin arrives. What begins as an assignment becomes an encounter filled with intrigue and suspense. He must decide between love and duty where the wrong choice could mean his life. The king's sheltered cousin Louise discovers two things while at court: She is out of her element. And her provided escort stirs foreign emotions in her heart. Is Louise a Huguenot spy? Can Antoine be trusted? Will her secret get her into trouble? And if the king's commands go against God's, what will Antoine choose? Set against the opulent world of seventeenth century Versailles, you will love The Patriarch as it depicts a fictional account, based on fact, involving the first Crockett in the lineage of the famous frontiersman, Davy Crockett, because everyone loves a hero.
Hope in the Darkness
Spiritual warfare does not occur between God and the devil; the creator is God, but the devil is just a creation. Instead, battles arise between angels and demons, creatures created by God, and the war is for our human souls. Hope in the Darkness does not focus on people or the dangers they face; instead, it offers insight into the war happening all around us in the spiritual realm. Here, two angels take every action they can to protect a human as he grows up throughout his life. Tio is a protective warrior angel, asked by God to be a guide for a newly created angel named Fir. Young and untested, Fir has a lot to learn, though she has strength in her own right. They have been tasked with caring for a person named Reg over the course of his life, protecting him from the influence of demons. Along the way, Tio must teach Fir how best to take a stand against evil in the spiritual realm hidden from humans' sight. Depicting spiritual warfare between angels and demons, this novel follows two angels as they do their best to protect the soul of one person during his lifetime.
We Had Stars in Our Eyes
Taliesin returns from the Navy with no dominant hand and shattered dreams of becoming a surgeon. His father John knows differently, imparting the healing grace and patient wisdom Tally needs to recognize his life is far from over, and that adjusted dreams can become the foundation on which a satisfying life of love, meaning, and quiet joy is built. We Had Stars In Our Eyes is a picture of hope, healing, and what it means when we live in the love residing inside of us in such a way it enlivens all around us, especially those we love most deeply and dearly.
To Bring You Back
Can their second-chance romance overcome the challenges of his fame and the tragedy in their past?Though rock star Gannon Vaughn and his band, Awestruck, have conquered the music industry, he can't overcome his feelings for the woman he's loved since high school.The impacts of mental illness and almost a decade of separation stand between them, but Adeline Green is still one of the few people who cared for him before he made it big. Acting on faith and the persistence that made him famous, he's determined to win her back.Following the tragedy that severed her relationship with Gannon, Adeline has found a measure of peace by doing good where she can in her small town home of Lakeshore, Wisconsin.When Gannon descends on her quiet life, their connection is as powerful as ever. If only getting close to him didn't mean facing her worst mistakes, both privately and in front of reporters eager to dig up the sordid details of their past.Can they trust grace and forgiveness enough to overcome shame and embrace another chance at love?A meaningful Christian romance for readers who enjoy novels by Karen Kingsbury, T.I. Lowe, and Becky Wade. Start reading today and enjoy faith-filled escapes and happily-ever-afters where no one is beyond hope of redemption.
Urban Angel
One day the church will be made perfect, but for now she bears the scars of war. Alex Masters knows all about that war. For her the journey to faith has been marked by grief and loneliness, but still she chooses to believe, and now the signs of destiny are there for those who will see them. Alex thinks that she is truly alone; but she is not, and never will be. He has been there with her from the beginning. Daisy is a child of the social media generation, lost in every belief and none. When tragedy strikes, she seeks out her cousin Alex because she knows that Alex understands what it is to face the darkness. Daisy is also never alone, but she is keeping very different company from her cousin. They come together, believer and unbeliever, hunted by an enemy that will do whatever it takes to achieve its goal. Alone, Alex and Daisy would be defenceless, but this is not a struggle against flesh and blood, and not every weapon is visible.
Unwrapping Hope
She's a mystery his heart longs to unravel. Phoebe Crain, once a lauded concert pianist, lives in anonymity after being disgraced by a wealthy man. For her daughter's sake, Phoebe can't afford a second mistake in love, yet each day brings a struggle to resist trusting in the integrity of a department store owner's heir...another man of wealth. Spence Newland has fought for years to prove his worthiness to take over the family business. But store scandals and his own insecurity threaten everything he has worked to achieve, even the future he's come to envision with Phoebe. Will they give in to their greatest fears or conquer them and unwrap the gift of a forever together? Travel back to 1896 for a story one reviewer labeled "a lovely tale of the heart."
Brooklyn Salt
Brooklyn Salt is the ongoing saga of 16-year-old Joel Somers, who recently became a Christian after spending several years in a street gang called the Blades. Joel discovers the joys and struggles of becoming Salt and Light, while he battles deeply-rooted habits of his past life.Brooklyn Salt is the sequel to Double-Edged Blade.
Courtship of a Session Wrestler
After Allen Edwards' thirty-eight-year marriage ends in divorce, he finds himself alone. Worn down by life, he feels he is a failure marking time until the Maker calls him home; but the Lord isn't finished with him! A woman he encounters for the first time in passing says she's seen him before. How could that be? When she explains, Allen realizes God has not forgotten him, after all. He feels a connection and falls hard for the lovely lady, but she lives a continent away.Erin Adams has dreamed about a man she's never met for years, until she is shocked to lay eyes on Allen Edwards during a road trip! After so many dreams, she feels she knows him. It causes her to trust him more than anyone she's ever known, but they live in two different worlds. Additionally, Allen's faith in Christ challenges her; she doesn't share his belief, yet her dreams defy explanation, without Jesus as their Source.The real courtship begins when the Lord reaches out to His wayward daughter, drawing her to Him. Starting with this foundation, Christ has grander designs to build a household that will follow Him. One love leads to another, bringing them in from a cold solitary existence to one that warms two very lonely hearts.
Rise of the Yarris
The return of the wizards is imminent and they will be out for revenge! They have the Well of Life and nothing will stop them.It is up to Seth and his unusual group of companions to rescue Caden, find Rem so that StarFire stops burning everything in sight, and defeat an entire land of wizards. The only problem? They have no idea where to find any of them!
Bright Christmas
If home is where the heart is, where do you go if your heart is torn in two, between Amish and English loves?When Charity Bright intercepts a Christmas card, she is astonished to discover a long-hidden secret: she is not the sole surviving woman in her Old Order Amish family. Once, her father had a sister--a shunned aunt Charity never knew she had.Bright Christmas: an Amish love story follows Charity and her friend, Daniel Yoder, as they venture to New York City on a purposed Rumspringa, determined to bring Charity's Aunt Hope back to the family fold by Christmas Eve. Charity and Daniel grew up as neighbors in Amish Country, but Charity nurses a private dream, that their relationship could grow to much more than the friends they've always been. Time traveling together will surely tell if she will come to be his bride.One thing is certain: Charity and Daniel will be fish out of water beyond Amish Country borders. Neither knows how the other will respond to what modern life has to offer, whether it will draw them together in love, or tear them apart. As it happens, they'll have just three weeks in New York City with Hope...and Leanne, a pregnant runaway they find under Hope's wing.The English world has its allures, but none proves more powerful than the bonds of love that develop between Charity and her Aunt Hope, threatening Charity's blossoming romance with Daniel, and compelling both women to decide which place to call home.From the author of Amazon bestselling novel Merry's Christmas: a love story comes this pure, Redeeming Romance. Whether you're an Amish Fiction and Romance lover or completely new to the Amish drama genre, Charity's multicultural journey crosses over to all people of faith, resonating with questions, every step of the way: How will Charity choose between those she loves? What will become of her dream of marrying Daniel as an Amish bride?Can Charity come to terms with her faith when it threatens her romance?Will she return home for Christmas, or will she embark upon an entirely new life?That is the road Charity travels in this heartrending coming of age Rumspringa adventure, across the Advent season, leading up to a Christmas she will never forget.REDEEMING ROMANCE is an anthology series, a variety of clean, stand alone, inspirational romantic novels adapted from Susan Rohrer's original movie scripts.Click above to start reading Bright Christmas: An Amish Love Story today!
Lottie's Gift
She's a little girl with a big gift.Lottie Braun has enjoyed a happy childhood in rural Iowa. Her mother was gone, but she knew her father and older sister loved her and her aunts, uncles and cousins surrounded her. But the quiet, idyllic life she enjoyed as a child ended with tragedy and a secret that tore the two sisters apart.Forty years later, Lottie is a world-class pianist with a celebrated career and an empty personal life. She moves from city to city, guarding her privacy with fierce vigilance, all to protect herself from the past. But one sleepless night, she allows herself to remember and she discovers that memories, once allowed, are difficult to suppress. Can she make peace with the past? Will she ever find her way home?If you like the Mitford series, you'll love Lottie Braun.
Camp Hope
Amy Dawson directs a summer camp for foster children near Briceville, Tennessee. A foster mom for the first time, her responsibilities as mother to a traumatized child bring a whole new set of challenges and joys.But when Amy's four-year-old foster daughter is dragged into the mountains of Royal Blue by a former employee, parenting challenges are overshadowed by a new nightmare. The Sheriff's department fails to procure viable leads, and Amy can't sit idle. Her childhood friend and first love, Jack Evans, returns to lend his skills as tracker. Problem is, he also stirs up romantic memories Amy would rather leave buried.Jack struggles to let go of his past failures and prove his reliability by bringing Mattie home, but fears when he left camp nineteen years ago and failed to keep a promise to Amy he permanently lost her confidence.As Amy plunges into the wilderness on horseback to search for Mattie, she must decide who she trusts, let go of her childhood traumas, and learn to rely on hope in God. Facing dehydration, starvation, and a convoluted kidnapper, will she succeed in recovering her precious foster daughter or get lost in the vast wilderness forever?
Callum's Compass
Kat Williams's brother died in a gruesome accident in the mountains of East Tennessee. She blames herself.Ryan Jenkins's fianc矇e was murdered. He couldn't protect her.With the death of her brother, Kat believes she is unworthy of love from anyone-even God. When a good friend elicits a promise that she will stop living in the past, then leaves her clues to a real-life treasure hunt, Kat embarks on an adventure chock-full of danger. To find the treasure, Kat will have to survive wild animals-and even wilder men. Can she rely on Ryan, the handsome wildlife officer assigned to protect her ... without falling in love?Ryan swore off love when his fianc矇e was murdered, but feelings long buried rise to the surface around Kat. He volunteers to help with her treasure hunt, vowing to keep her safe. Together they venture deep into caves and tunnels ... and even deeper into the depths of their unplumbed hearts.
The Golden Girls
This is a series of stories that start with a set of twins separated from the third day of their lives. It is a story of redemption and restoration, with many twists and turns leading them through the teen years and beyond.As is known, all too often, truth is stranger than fiction. These works are from the mind of the author alone, and no known people or places are used. Often it takes several days brooding and asking God to direct the next phase of the story. In the end, the author prays that he receives all the glory.
The Seeds of Change
Larkspur Nielsen is ready for a change. Her parents have passed on, and her older brother is successfully running the family business. She bristles at the small-mindedness that permeates life in her small Ohio community, and she sees little chance of a satisfying future there. She has a little money saved, and after turning the tables on a crooked gambler who had fleeced several locals, including her younger brother, she can stake a new start for herself and her three sisters.As the gambler's threats of revenge echo in her ears, she and her sisters head to Independence, Missouri, to join a wagon train bound for Oregon. Knowing that four women traveling together will draw unwanted attention, Larkspur dons a disguise, passing herself off as "Clark" Nielsen, accompanying his three sisters. But maintaining the ruse is more difficult than Larkspur imagined, as is protecting her headstrong, starry-eyed sisters from difficult circumstances and eligible young men. Will reaching their goal prove too much for them?
Not for Shame
The Muller's were excited to move their family from Europe to America so many years ago. They enjoyed the successes of hard work and tenacity while raising their daughters to enjoy the fruits of their dedicated and responsibly lived lives. Little did they know what would lie ahead for them in their advanced senior years. This story tells of the social ills and injustices many face by a broken and fallen world and the heartbreaking result of exploitation and elder abuse. Yet through all this and in the midst of a very imperfect system there is hope found in the One who makes all things right. "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28 ESV Ms. Adams lives in rural America with her husband of 27 years and their furry friends. She is a graduate of the University of Nevada Reno having earned a bachelor's of Science in Education minoring in English Literature. She has spent a good deal of her life travelling and connecting with people as they share together in God's love.
Falling Rain
Loosely based on the extra-biblical account known as The Book of Enoch, Falling Rain explores the ancient lore surrounding antediluvian culture. In prehistoric times, before the Great Flood, a young girl named Ren finds herself in a world of bloodthirsty creatures determined to conquer all creation. Half angelic and half human, these evil but highly developed warriors ravage humankind, nearly driving it to extinction. Ren, her mother Marah, and friend Tamara are chosen by God to play a pivotal part in restoring peace to the earth. But when Ren discovers she too is one of the despised Halfling race, she wrestles with guilt and self-doubt and embarks on a relationship with her angelic father whom she both loves and hates. Falling Rain is a story of three women who overcome seemingly insurmountable odds, learn to accept forgiveness, and muster the courage they need to become the unlikely heroes they were destined to be. Though all seems lost, they finally achieve redemption in an unexpected but God-ordained turn of events.
The D矇butante’s Secret
Will Genevi癡ve open her heart to a love she never imagined?Washington State 1894Genevi癡ve Marseille, a French socialite, has only one purpose in coming to Kamola-stopping her brother from digging up the past. She has reluctantly journeyed alone to the quaint college town in central Washington State. Kamola is so different from her beloved Paris that she is tempted to abort her mission, but the kindness of a handsome deputy tempers her desire to flee.Deputy Montana has lived a simple life. But when a fancy French lady steps off the train and into his arms, his modest existence might not be enough anymore. Even though he's warned he can have no future with Miss Marseille because her grandparents would never accept him, he is drawn to her at every turn. Can he make himself worthy of her?Mystery surrounds Aunt Henny. She is aunt to all but related to no one in Kamola. When a nemesis from her past arrives, she must decide whether to flee as she'd done all those years ago, or stand her ground in the town she's made her home and risk going to jail.When secrets come out, will the lives of Genevi癡ve, Montana, and Aunt Henny ever be the same?
Epic Adventures of a Cableguy
This book series spans on FAITH, epoch times of events as each book generates of humanities greatest faults and our virtues. Never before has a young Christian surrounded by influence of the dark forces living within the shadows of each corners of our world with an epiphany life changing moments growing into adulthood learning to be a Man of God, Along the way making new friendships and meeting valued opportunities taking chances that could risk his own life. When I came to an understanding the way of life or one per say would say how the universe works literally it was an aha moment ordeal that did involve me dropping to my knees praying to the lord for gratitude and wisdom. It was to raw and beyond to scream at the top of my lungs on the tallest mountain, hopefully the reader can decide from this book, what is truly dark and what is light? As world events keeps turning upside down there is always appreciation in every gloom of darkness that can be a ray of light for hope in our darkest times. Been a fan of multiple books and writers one being in the six grade falling in love with the hobbit/LOTR by J. R. R. Tolkien to reading throughout high school on JK Rowling's Harry Potter with a splash of my classic childhood magic memories into a blender along with history and all-time favorites such as the Matrix and Men in Black would be a fictional book straight out from the backyard of Austin Texas if you haven't heard the saying, "Keep Austin Weird," Most and importantly I wanted my nephew, nieces and cousins to smile and laugh along the way within their own epic adventures of how beautiful our world that it truly is. Michael Angel Ruiz is an actual Texan from San Angelo, and a real cable guy in Austin Texas, a dreamer, a writer, and an author of his first new novel Epic Adventures of Cableguy. On my free time you'll find me reading the next exciting story about secret knowledge and history unfolding that always draws my curiosity to the extreme. what inspired me to write a book is genuine thought, to express freedom to value critical thinking starting with fresh young minds and polishing up on the next novel book. www.facebook.com/EpicAdventureofaCableguy/
The Race for the Championship
Dan Podowski and Bonny Ferger have run away because their hidden love was unacceptable to her father and Dan's friends. Dan's goal was to be a motorcycle racer while Bonny's goal was to be with someone who truly loves her. After breaking his leg, Dan takes a job as a mechanic with three-time National Champion, Clyde Bergermann. After a season of speedway motorcycle racing, Dan decides he is ready run for the National Championship, and Bonny supports him with total dedication to their love. Dan's Achilles Heel is that he has little experience in road racing which he must learn if he is to be National Champion. Bonny learns there is a hierarchy in the Harley Davidson racing team with the racer's women. Bonny's position is determined by Dan's position on the team. Being around these women, Bonny learns what she needs to be, someone who can back her man, be a wife and also a mother. Bonny becomes distraught when she finds out that Dan may still love his old girlfriend, Yvonne. Will Dan finally achieve his dream as a National Champion, and will Bonny find the love and happiness she has been searching for? Robert Topolse goal in life was to become a writer. In high school he wrote several adventure love stories. It was his way of experiencing his goals in life. In his senior year of high school, his father told him he was going to college to become an engineer. Respecting his father's desires, he went to the University of Missouri at Rolla to become a Mechanical Engineer. It was in Rolla that his story writing ended. Upon graduation he went to work at Boeing in Renton, Washington. He didn't need to write anymore because he was living his adventures. During his working career he climbed mountains, flew gliders, took up skiing and scuba diving. His desire for adventure led him to become an Aircraft Contract Engineer. During long periods of unemployment, he subsidized his income buy Dredging for Gold in California, Mining Sapphires in Montana, Opal in Australia etc. He also learned to cut gemstones and make jewelry whereby he opened up a Gem and Mineral business in Virginia City, Nevada.
Shut Up! Your Words Are Killing Me
All Sherri Glass wants is to be value has a woman in a happy marriage. But her mother taught her she was worthless, not important and her husband is so abusive he might kill her. Her mother's humiliation and harsh words pelted Sherri Glass while growing up. Sherri believed those words with all her heart and mind. So, when a chance for love appeared, she snatched it up without thought. But she chose wrong, she felt that she had to proof herself to her accusers. The man she loves, the father of her children, and her mother that would just as soon belt her as kiss her. As she struggles to move forward and to keep her love for her husband strong, she gets messages that this isn't the right path. But she cannot believe love would never come her way. Her mother has taught her that having an abusive man is better than having none, so Sherri puts up with hateful words, battering fists, and insincere apologies in the name of earthly love. Her abuse is ugly, sad, and dirty, but pure love is looking to hold and embrace her. Will abuse close her heart forever, or will trust in God triumph so she can learn how to fly free? Shut Up! Your Words Are Killing Me! is a story of the impact of God's love on a human being who is suffering unimaginable abuse. Pick up your copy today to be reminded of the power of belief in anyone's life.
Heaven Spent
A small boy feels compassion for a poor homeless man, and decides to collect his pennies to help him. In the process of learning about charity and the power of prayer, he encounters Jesus who shares a glimpse of Heaven.
Rediscovering Your Personal Edge
Scot gives words to his journey of loss and regaining the self in the book titled, "The Edge." The title denotes the importance of regaining your lost edge. The edge you had in your life where both your body, soul and mind were in harmony. In this book, Scot starts to fathom his loss of a job and that's when it strikes him. The loss he had did not change the outlook he had on life. What's the use of that loss if it can't change your perception, your ideology? What is loss if it cannot connect you to the greater purpose? For Scot, that is a loss, wasted. Own the loss, learn from it. And make sure you regain your lost edge in your journey of coming back to your Self.The journey towards self is triggered when you come face to face with something that makes you feel lost. Who are you without a job? Without money? Without all things material? These are the essential questions that need to be asked for you to realize your true self and rediscover your spiritual sharpness.
MU Girls 30 Days of Ramadan
MU Girls presents 30 Days of Ramadan Coloring and Activity book, what a great way to start off the month of Ramadan.MU Girls created an exciting coloring/activity book to teach girls about the benefits of Ramadan.Over 30 unique pagesGet creative by adding patterns, prints and vibrant colors.This book contains a prayer schedule, Ramadan fasting star chart, and other activities your girls will enjoy.Make sure to collect all the MU Girls coloring books series and share it with us on social media (Facebook, Instagram & Pinterest @mugirlsllc).Check other MU Girls coloring book seriesMU Girls We Can Do It Coloring BookLet's Learn Arabic Activity & Coloring Book30 Days of Ramadan Activity & Coloring Book
Hane and the Centurion
I thought I would write a novel. It took forty-five years. Its sequel came much faster. Initially, I had no intention of writing a sequel to my third novel, The Magi and a Lady, but while in the middle of it I realized that I had left a door open for one. So, here it is. (And now the book includes a 27-week devotional)And here is what people are saying: "As a storyteller myself, I found Bill Siems' latest novel intriguing and gripping, inventive and entertaining, hard to put down because of my desire to see this sacred life and events through Bill's powerful tale. Hane and the Centurion recounts the key events of Jesus Christ's mortal life in a combination of some of my favorite themes-the incomparable life and teachings of His life interwoven with themes reminiscent of high fantasy like Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. If you are a believer you will enjoy the interplay of light vanquishing darkness, memorable characters with whom you will form emotional bonds, and a heightened desire to follow the Savior yourself. I highly recommend this story!" -Barry Rellafordco-author of A Slice of Trust: The Leadership Secret with the Hot and Fruity Filling"With his elegant, yet lighthearted style, William Siems has crafted an engaging tale with deep, distinctly human characters that you will come to know and love. Hane and the Centurion tells the story of Jesus Christ in a new and intriguing way, intermingling history and fiction to create a story unlike anything you have ever read. Pick up this story and read it today; you will not regret it." -Tyler Applebyauthor of The Triqan Trilogy and The Ten Kingdoms Trilogy
Rise of the Remnant
Benjamin Tav is a young shepherd desperate for faith and freedom. Both have been taken from him, along with his parents, by King Zimri, a vile devotee of the false god Melek. Bound by a promise to his father, Benjamin must wrestle with doubt to remember the Covenant of the creator Goddess Neshama. Benjamin gathers allies along the way like Othniel 'Wayfarer', a wily prophet skilled in ether (eh-ther) magic, and Ashira Keros, a feisty palace cook. Benjamin must come of age and lead the Remnant on a quest to overthrow King Zimri and end the destructive worship of Melek.
The Young Disciple
Asa is a little village boy in a big world. While he is unsure of what he wants to achieve in the future, he does know what he wants to prevent. War is raging in the distance and is making its way to his home kingdom of Navis. Motivated to serve his nation, he and his friends enlist in the King's Academy in hopes of becoming knights. But not just anyone can make it into the King's Academy, and the odds are far from favourable. As Asa and his friends continue down their perilous journey, they face terrifying rivals, form unexpected friendships and discover life-altering secrets, all while realizing that Navis may be a much closer danger than anyone had thought.
The Proposal
She's running from the man who killed her father. He's the lawman who would do anything to save her... if he doesn't break her heart first. After witnessing her father's murder, Jessica Thompson swore she'd never love another lawman. Now, hunted by his killer and desperate to survive, she flees to the Texas wilderness. But when her stagecoach is robbed and one of the outlaws insists she'll be his wife, Jessica does the only thing she knows to do-shoves a revolver in his back. She never expected the man without a badge to be Sheriff Blake McKenny. Blake takes pride in protecting his town, but the last thing he needs is a reckless woman who refuses to stay safe, especially when she's stirring feelings he thought were long buried. As outlaws close in and Jessica's past puts everyone at risk, Blake is haunted by a loss he couldn't prevent. Can Jessica and Blake overcome the wounds of their past and the lies that threaten their future? Or will secrets and danger destroy their chance at love before it ever begins? The Proposal is a captivating historical Christian romance full of grit, faith, and second chances, perfect for fans of Tracie Peterson, Karen Witemeyer, and Tamera Alexander.
An Unlikely Match
When sparks fly between a good Amish girl and a hunky member of the Hollywood elite, even matchmaking innkeepers Esther and Lizzie know better than to fan the flames. Evelyn Schrock has dismissed the attempts of every young man in her small Amish community to court her. She's willing to wait for a suitor who shares her curiosities about life and faith. The only reason Jayce Clarkson is in Amish country hefting equipment for his famous father's movie production company is for the paycheck. The homestyle cooking at the Peony Inn is a perk though, as is his friendship with Evelyn Schrock. If Jayce can endure his dad's put-downs for a month, he'll finally be in a position to make a fresh start--somewhere away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles and the shadow of his checkered past. To matchmakers Esther and Lizzie, the widowed sisters who operate the inn, Jayce seems like a good man stuck in a life he doesn't want. But the boy isn't Amish, and that leaves far too much room for broken hearts. Despite that, Jayce and Evelyn start to realize that they can't deny their growing attraction. Any path forward seems impossible, and they will have to learn what the future will look like when they leave their fate in Gott's hands. "Beth Wiseman's An Unlikely Match will keep you turning the pages as you are pulled into this heartwarming and unpredictable Amish romance story about Evelyn and Jayce, two interesting and compelling characters. Beth doesn't disappoint keeping you guessing as to how this story will end." --Molly Jebber, bestselling Amish inspirational historical romance author "This was such a sweet story. I cheered on Evelyn and Jayce the whole way. Jayce is having issues with his difficult father, who's brought a Hollywood crew to Amish country to film a scene in a nearby cave. Evelyn has a strong, supportive family, so she feels for Jayce immediately. As they grow closer and help each other overcome fears and phobias, they know this can't last. But God, and two persnickety Amish sisters, Lizzie and Esther, have other plans. Can a Hollywood boy fall for an Amish girl and make it work? Find out. Read this delightful, heartwarming story!" --Lenora Worth, author of Their Amish Reunion Sweet Amish romancePart of the The Amish Inn Novels--Book 1: A Picture of Love; Book 2: An Unlikely Match; Book 3: A Season of ChangeBook length: 85,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
The Slave
Misery was a way of life for Sara. She was a slave of Belshar - a greedy man who thought only of himself. He bought her when she was very young. One day, he brought home a mysterious nobleman who brought salvation to Sara by helping her escape and setting her free. But freedom has its own challenges. Will Sara meet these challenges, or slide back into slavery? Or will she be kidnapped by her old master who is bent on destroying her?
The Mystery of the Black Diamond
First century private detective Jake Jezreel is drawn into a mysterious case involving a rare black jewel. The case begins rather simply with a request by James, the head of the Jerusalem church, to locate a missing fellow minister in the church. This puzzling disappearance has the entire Christian church in Jerusalem concerned and praying for their missing pastor. Soon, the investigation for the missing person diverts Jake into a more elaborate course, that of trailing after a jewel known as The Black Diamond. Detective Jake Jezreel had never heard of The Black Diamond. And yet this mys-terious object will plunge him and his wife, Hannah, into an adventurous investigation like he had never experienced before. What kind of power did this lustrous, gorgeous diamond have over men? How could it make men hate and attack each other to own it? Will Jake be drawn into the powerful, magnetic influence this black beauty possesses? Only a nerve-racking climax at the Hip-podrome in Caesarea can bring the answers Jake is searching for.
Shades of Gray
Honor and conviction clash with loyalty and love in this sweeping Civil War tale that pits brother against brother. The Shades of Gray Civil War Serial Trilogy consists of three books: Duty Bound, Honor Bound, and Glory Bound.Colonel Alexander Hunter would rather die than see the Union set foot on his beloved Virginia soil. And while he holds the line against Northern aggression with legendary skill, a treacherous boy on horseback always thwarts his offensives. His allegiance is tested when the traitor he unmasks is the woman he once swore to his brother he would protect.Andrea Monroe would do anything to make her country whole again. A Southern-born Union spy, she's dedicated to undermining the arrogant Confederate officer. When she's taken captive and badly injured, Andrea is shocked to wake up in the legendary home of her nemesis, rather than prison.As prisoner and captor spend time together, their mutual loyalty grows into unexpected devotion. But as fresh conflicts arise, they again, cross swords.Can two adversaries reach beyond the battle lines to unite in the midst war?The Shades of Gray Civil War Serial Trilogy is a powerful exploration into a defining era of American history. If you like emotional journeys, rich Southern backdrops, and epic stories of devotion, then you'll adore Jessica James's captivating Civil War adventure.Shades of Gray, first published in 2008, was later published as Noble Cause, with a new happily-ever-after ending.What they said about Shades of Gray: "It is a book I think could have the impact of a 'Gone With the Wind." - J. Noyalas, Assistant Professor of History"The best Civil War fiction book since Cold Mountain." - J. Bibb, SCV, Trimble Camp 1836"Andrea and Alex will surely take the place in my heart of Rhett and Scarlett as the perfect Civil War fictional love story!" - A. Deyarmin"I am reluctant to admit I enjoyed it (Shades of Gray) more than Gone With the Wind! This book takes you through so many emotions!" - Reviewer"Not since reading Gone With the Wind have I enjoyed a book so much as Jessica James's Shades of Gray! I could not put Shades of Gray down, from start to finish!" - S. Winch
The Painting Trilogy
What began as a therapeutic endeavor, a way to work through life's daily stresses and disappointments via creative writing, over time, morphed into a trilogy; one that symbolically interpreted could have been portrayed as a message. The three books combined share a tale of good-will, generosity, doing good deeds, and showcasing the beauty of the world. Inspirationally speaking, though, the hidden symbolism reflects a similar story about the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.While this book is not intended to teach anything biblical, it's the author's hope that the story inspires you to appreciate the world around you, be kind to one another, and listen when that little voice in your head speaks. The Painting 1: Gerald is a lonely, misunderstood boy whose escape into nature inspires a beauty like none other. For a gift, he's given a blank canvas in which to paint anything his heart desires, so he paints a world a world that he Loves so much, it comes to life! The Painting soon becomes dangerously coveted, so Gerald is forced to protect his creation with everything he has in him. The Painting 2: Benjamin, Gerald's son, has grown up with a unique awareness regarding the Painting. Gerald taught his son everything he needs to know about how the Painting works, so when it's time, his son will be born into it, in order to share his father's love with those inside. It's a lifetime of learning combined with a lifetime of teaching, with hopes of forever changing hearts and minds. The Painting 3: Nevaeh, Gerald's granddaughter, is gifted the Universe Painting. Staring at it, longing to explore, she discovers her imagination gives her the ability to travel within, allowing her the opportunity to do a world of good. While she is only there in "spirit", her desire to help, flows from her, causing the people of The Painting to do some amazing acts of kindness.This book hit the Amazon Best Sellers Rank #50 in Christian Fantasy Books in November!
The Mystery of the Black Diamond
First century private detective Jake Jezreel is drawn into a mysterious case involving a rare black jewel. The case begins rather simply with a request by James, the head of the Jerusalem church, to locate a missing fellow minister in the church. This puzzling disappearance has the entire Christian church in Jerusalem concerned and praying for their missing pastor. Soon, the investigation for the missing person diverts Jake into a more elaborate course, that of trailing after a jewel known as The Black Diamond. Detective Jake Jezreel had never heard of The Black Diamond. And yet this mys-terious object will plunge him and his wife, Hannah, into an adventurous investigation like he had never experienced before. What kind of power did this lustrous, gorgeous diamond have over men? How could it make men hate and attack each other to own it? Will Jake be drawn into the powerful, magnetic influence this black beauty possesses? Only a nerve-racking climax at the Hip-podrome in Caesarea can bring the answers Jake is searching for.
Buried in the Dark
Born into a poverty-stricken household, fate threw the young Chizoba into a path she wouldn't have considered treading if given an option. And the more she fought to escape the clutches of poverty, the more she found herself sinking deeper into it. It was as if misfortunes were trailing her every step. The unrelenting embers of a tumultuous society complicated her life's journey that no matter how hard she fought to live a normal life, things kept spiraling out of control.
Pips in the Wind
When the apostle Paul wrote to the church in Galatia, he encouraged his listeners to let God's gentle Spirit flow through their lives. The fruit of that would be love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, humility and self-control. These stories reflect on each of the fruits of the Spirit, particularly in the light of the growing global awareness of our urgent need for change in order to protect and care for our planet. The hope is that they will contribute to a deepening spiritual awareness of God's compassion for all life on Earth, as we nurture and grow our fruits of love, respect and concern.
Joy Comes in the Morning
Two people thrown together by tragic circumstances must learn to rely on each other, so they can heal and move on.But long-hidden secrets threaten to rip them apart.Kathryn James has lived in fear most her life. So when her parents arrange for her to marry a widower with an infant daughter, Kathryn agrees. Hoping to leave her fears behind, Kathryn starts a new life with Travis Clark and little Matilda. Though she bonds with Matilda immediately, she must work to break down the wall Travis has built between them. Over time, a relationship begins to bloom, but Kathryn's past-and the secrets she holds-jeopardizes her hope for a happily ever after.Though Travis Clark is still grieving the loss of his wife, he needs to find someone to care for his infant daughter. Desperate, with nowhere to turn, he marries Kathryn James. However, what starts as a practical arrangement, slowly turns into something more. But when Travis finds out Kathryn has been living a lie, he's destroyed by her betrayal.Can Kathryn and Travis move on when justice stands between the past and their future?
All My Tears
Five women search for God's hope through sorrow and deep troubles.Meet five women who struggle with life's deep sorrows. Beth fights to recover from alcoholism and to mend her relationships with her family. Ann doesn't believe God will forgive her. Kathleen wrestles with a years-old fear and with saving her marriage. Cassie needs to learn to deal with chronic depression. Martie finds herself the single parent of the eight-year-old niece she barely knows when the child's parents die in a car wreck.See how God gives them the gifts of hope, healing, and love.
The Way of Shalom
In this stand-alone story, Tom Frist brings together characters from his previous novels situated in Brazil, Nicaragua, Turkey, and the U.S. He weaves his own life and the lives of his character friends into an intriguing international adventure which features romance, family dilemmas, the pursuit of the Good, and the clash of religions-including a confrontation with ISIS. Readers will come away satisfied and enticed to read Tom's earlier novels, The Descendant, Through Fire and Water, and Can These Bones Live? "As I walked the meditation path," Bishop Gregory said, "what kept coming to my mind was the name that you plan to give the organization that will run the camp and retreat center-'Shalom Place'. My suggestion, therefore, would be to name the path, 'The Way of Shalom'. As I see it, from birth until death, our lives are spent in search of Shalom-truth, peace, permanence, happiness, wholeness, and health."
Kinkels in die Kabel
"Jong, ek gaan sommer met die deur in die huis val. Die rede hoekom ek hier is gaan oor dinge wat ons in ons studentedae aangevang het en nou geboemerang het." "Hoe nou?" vra Ruan uit die veld geslaan."Ek weet nie of jy nog kan onthou van die eerstejaartjie wat met haar ontgroening met jou 'getrou' het nie?" vra Johan. "Ja, die stil stemmige enetjie. Dit was nogal 'n ding en baie prettig," lag Ruan. "Kan jy nog die troue onthou?" vra Johan. "Vaagweg lui daar 'n klokkie want ek het nooit ingestem nie behalwe die een keer, want sy was een van die mooiste meisies en in 'n ander klas as die ander meisies," lag Ruan. "Jy was lekker gekoring en toe word ek sommer nadergetrek om dit na 'n werklike troue te laat lyk," verduidelik Johan. "Jy was maar net so lekker gekuier," lag Ruan kliphard."Wel, sy en jy is toe per ongeluk werklik deur my getroud," antwoord Johan versigtig...Hoe sal jy voel as jy skielik uitvind jy is eintlik getroud wanneer jy veronderstel was om jou droom te gaan uitleef oorsee? Het jy ook ondeurdagte dinge in jou jongdae gedoen wat later kinkels in jou lewe veroorsaak het?
The Soul Gatherers
Charlie Steel's THE SOUL GATHERERS: Thirteen Western Tales is a collection of thirteen fictitious tales dealing with one of the most fascinating, popular, and evil literary adversaries in history. The Devil-also known by other names, including Satan, Lucifer, and Prince of Darkness. The devil takes center stage in each of Steel's well-crafted short stories with the goal of claiming the soul of someone flirting with the dark side of life. Satan, the ultimate sales rep, usually arrives on the scene preceded by a flourish of roaring winds, explosive thunder, intense heat, and the acrid smell of sulfur. But, as you'll see in these fast-moving tales, the Prince of Darkness is not without his own powerful adversaries. And, we learn that with each soul he loses, his power weakens. Charlie Steel has written a package of entertaining stories that capture the fear, loneliness, and desperation some individuals suffer while navigating life's periodic challenges. But each encounter is laced with elements of humor, vindication, and promises of salvation-all with the unspoken hope of bringing Satan to his knees.Tom Rizzo, Author, Last Stand at Bitter Creek
Into the Room
Can a journey across the Holy Land redeem a reluctant pilgrim?Ben Cahill's life is an alcohol-saturated mess. After an insincere effort in a rehab facility, he is alienated from his family, out of work, and determined to continue his habit. To make matters worse, he finds himself on a tour of Israel, along with, as he calls them, a bunch of Holy Rollers.As the trip progresses, Ben experiences the Holy Land's major historical sites and is exposed to God's word. He interacts with his fellow travelers, gradually learning about their faith and their lives. Along the way, Ben becomes embroiled in a spiritual war, reinforcing his guilt and, in turn, forcing him to recall his past actions and behaviors. He also begins a different journey, one that leads him to redemption and a place in God's family.
Beyond the Tinsel
Recall the experience of gathering in a festively decorated church sanctuary with a lighted candle in your hand, the sanctuary aglow in candlelight, singing the beloved Christmas hymn, ""Silent Night, Holy Night."" These short stories, originally presented by the author during church candlelight services, are intended to elicit the thoughts and emotions that are unique to Christmas Eve. While the stories are the product of the author's imagination, the author strives to be faithful to the story of Jesus' birth and its meaning as found in Scripture. This book is designed to be used for personal enjoyment, devotional reading, presentation at a worship service, and group study.
Christian Popular Culture from The Chronicles of Narnia to Duck Dynasty
Christian popular culture has tremendous influence on many American churchgoers. When we have a choice between studying the Bible and reading novels, downloading movies, or watching television, we become less familiar with Numbers than with Narnia. This book examines popular Christian narratives with rigorous scholarly methods and assumes that they are just as complex, fascinating, and worthy of investigation as the latest secular Netflix series or dystopian novel. While most scholars focus on the religious aspects of Christian texts, this study takes a new approach by analyzing their social responsibility in portraying the complex dynamics of race, class, and gender in a profoundly unequal America. Close readings of six case studies--The Chronicles of Narnia, Francine Rivers's Redeeming Love, Jan Karon's Mitford novels, Left Behind, the films of the Sherwood Baptist Church, and Duck Dynasty--uncover both harmful stereotypes and Christians serving as leaders in social justice.
Night Flight and Caravan
High Noon, April 22, 1889-50,000 Dreamers Rush In At high noon on April 22, 1889, fifty-thousand settlers camped on all sides of the Oklahoma territory began a fever-pitched race to claim their 160 acres of land and a new life. Most started at the sound of a cannon or gunshot on horseback, wagon, or foot at the appointed time around the territory. Land was claimed and sizable towns sprung up in a single day. More followed. But trouble was afoot too as the hopes, dreams, and even survival of the competing settlers collided with each other and the harsh realities of life in wild "unassigned" lands took over. The opportunity was great, but not everyone played by the rules, and the free land sometimes came at a very high price.This wonderfully researched, four-volume historical fiction anthology series, Taming the Wilderness, captures the unforgettable struggles, dreams, failures, and triumphs of the settlers of the great Oklahoma Land Rush of 1889. Each volume presents two complete novellas with well-crafted characters and life stories not soon forgotten.HISTORICAL FICTION-THE 1889 OKLAHOMA LAND RUSH-FAMILY FRIENDLY- Book 1 Anthology: Night Flight & Caravan -NIGHT FLIGHT (A Novella)Things can just rock along, and nothing is done about a potential problem until something slaps one in the face. It happened that way to Eben when he saw the in-laws of his deceased son reach out for his 5-year-old granddaughter. Reality struck with deadly force. She must not be reared in a bootlegging family. Drastic needs took drastic measures, and it must happen in secret-actually, in the dark of night.CARAVAN (A Novella)It might have been just cold feet, but it took something powerful to influence the move made by some Nebraska families one cold winter day. The urge, however, moved a lot of people in the same way: hence, the Caravan.About the AuthorMs. Joann Klusmeyer is the daughter of pioneer missionary parents. She grew up in rural Arkansas and learned and served in the little country church her father built and then pastored. Ms. Klusmeyer is a prolific author with over 50 titles to her credit (and counting). Ms. Klusmeyer's historical fiction series for adults, set between the 1880s and the 1920s, include The Burnt Tree Junction Series, The Ozark Mountain Series, Taming the Wilderness Series, The Sheltering Stones Series, and The Trilogy of Wishbone Hollow. Her family-friendly children's book series include The Great I AM Bible Story Series for Kids, The Young Pioneers Adventure Series for Kids, The Wentworth Triplets Mystery Series for Young Teens, and Footsteps in the Canyon Adventure Series for Young Teens.
Christmas Journeys
A successful devotional writer, Helen Brown's debut novel, takes her characters on a journey through time - to the past, and the future. This book gives us three stories in one. Mary, an 86 year-old has become stuck in her ways. A journey to the past gives her a new perspective on life and faith. Her granddaughter suffers a tragedy and then embarks on a journey of her own which gives her a new hope, and mission, for the future of both her family and her country.
