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Isabella’s Clan of 1865- Winner of the 2025 John Esten Historical Fiction Award The rooms in Isabella's home in Georgia had once echoed with laughter and joy. The fields had been bountiful, and love seemed to promise a bright future. That was before Lee surrendered to Grant, and typhoid claimed the lives of her parents. At just eighteen years old, Isabella found that her past experiences offered no solace; everything had changed with the Union's victory. Slavery had been abolished, leaving both plantation owners and former slaves facing an uncertain future. It was a new world, and ...

Murder at Myrtle Beach Megan Johnson is a talented artist and sculptor. She could make a name for herself as an artist in Charleston SC, but her dream was to be an actress and that meant moving to LA. She soon discovered that the road to Hollywood was paved with the hopeful and the disappointed. Many were willing to sell their souls, but Megan knew it was all in who you know. When she was offered a job as a set designer for 'Marvels in Wax,' she was hopeful to work her way on stage from behind the scenes. Her boss had different plans for Megan. The company was expanding to Myrtle Beach SC. ...

As the Crow Flies by Nancy B. Brewer Some called her the Moss Creek Witch and others called her the Moss Creek Medicine Woman. Pa warned Roy about going down to that shack where the girl lived. Ma said it was just old mountain superstitions. But what happened to Roy? A Short Story by Nancy B. Brewer

"By the grace of God I am what I am…" 1 Corinthians 15:10 30 Days at the Shore (Letters to Father) Life is a journey, filled with joys and disappointments. If we are to survive the voyage we must learn to bend like the willow tree. Some people appear to live charmed lives, while others seem to suffer at every turn. The truth is that we all fight our secret battles. We can choose to lie down and let the world pass us by or stand up and face the wind. When I was diagnosed with cancer, I realized it was not just my battle, but I must be strong for my caretakers and for those who love me. ...

Follow Lizzie from the pages of Carolina Rain (book 1) to the fields of North Carolina. Find out if her secret past will be forever buried in the sandy soil of Charleston or will it follow her... "Beyond Sandy Ridge."As The War Between the States closes in, Lizzie flees her home in Charleston, SC, leaving behind her hopes and dreams. She finds a new home, where finery and social graces will buy nothing, not even friends. Beyond Sandy Ridge, is one woman's journey of survival, a collection of her most intimate desires and her passion for a man named Joel.Many of those she loved are forever ...

Carolina Rain - Nancy B. Brewer Open the pages of “Carolina Rain” and step on the streets of an era gone by. Carolina Rain is not just a read, but an experience. You will smell the magnolia trees, feel the sun on your face and taste the bittersweet tears of a beautiful young girl coming of age at the dawning of the Civil War. Theodosia Elizabeth Sanders, "Lizzie" was born October 6, 1842. Her open heart is filled with hope and a desire for love, but her innocence makes her a target for the less than trustworthy. Yet underneath the layers of lace and petticoats, you will discover Lizzie ...

"Leprechaun Wishes" is a magical story filled with beautiful illustrations. Dive into the enchanting world created by Nancy B. Brewer, an acclaimed author of historical fiction whose captivating tales resonate with readers of all ages. Her children's book, "Leprechaun Wishes," offers a delightful journey that emphasizes the importance of generosity and kindness. Join Finbar on an exciting adventure through the lush landscapes of Ireland as he tries to catch a clever leprechaun.

Christmas is a special time of year, but for the children at River Street Orphanage, it felt like any other dreary day. The small Christmas tree and shabby decorations had only been put up to please the social worker. Tom was fifteen, and he and his sister Dottie lived at the orphanage. He was no stranger to hard work and sacrifice, and he took on the role of protector for his little sister, especially from the director— the despicable Mrs. Coldwater. Holidays can sometimes lead people to reflect on their sorrows and what they lack. However, for those with kind and generous hearts, the ...

A Coastal Ghost Nancy B. Brewer Debbie Zimmerman was newly divorced when she inherited her Aunt Celia's Victorian house in the coastal town of Southport, North Carolina. She had fond memories of vacationing there when she was a child, so she decided to pay it one last visit, before she would be forced to put it up for sale. When school was out, she took a leave from work, and she and her seven-year-old son Eddie traveled from Tennessee to Southport to spend the summer. Strangely enough that old house and its creaky floors soon seemed like home. Debbie found the peaceful afternoons sitting ...

Lizzie After the War, is the 3rd book in historical fiction author, Nancy B. Brewer's Carolina Rain series. Series include: Carolina Rain, Beyond Sandy Ridge, Lizzie After the War and Letters from Lizzie. Theodosia Elizabeth Sanders, "Lizzie," was born in 1842 with the promise of a good life. She grew up on her father's plantation, Sandy Ridge. Her blissful days were spent strolling the sandy shores and her evenings sitting on the front porch listening to the "Carolina Rain." Her sweet Southern dream came to a great halt when the war began. When all was lost, she was forced to leave ...

This is the revised edition of “Garnet’s Curse” by award-winning author Nancy B. Brewer. It is even more thrilling and includes exciting new chapters!When Garnet’s aunt passed away in 1889, she suddenly became the mistress of their manor in France. Just as a sharp needle is drawn to a magnet, youth, beauty, and wealth attract evil to its unsuspecting victim. Her survival depends on how quickly she learns and how swiftly evil pursues her. She must not allow her passions to give rise to the imaginary.

Emily Pinkston learned at an early age that if you want something you should be willing to work for it. She bravely offers herself up for hire in Mr. Schulz's Doll Shop. See how one little girl changes the heart of a stern old German man and his wife. Nancy B. Brewer’s Emily Pinkston's short story series will delight, inspire and remind you to always be a child at heart. Perfect for readers of all ages.

Letters from Lizzie (The fourth book in the Carolina Rain series) Come home to North Carolina and revisit old friends as the pages of history unfold. You shall travel with Lizzie across the sea to witness the end of the Victorian Era. Intertwined in a mix of facts and fiction, the author masterfully creates exciting plots and introduces new intriguing characters. In 1896, the War Between the States was over. Those too young did not care to hear about it and the old folks tried to forget. Perhaps, humans will never learn that it is through the past that we shall clearly see the future. The ...

from the author of best-selling series "Carolina Rain" THE HOUSE WITH THE RED LIGHT~ In 1957, the world knew about Elvis but in a mill village in North Carolina, they knew about 16-year-old Tanya. When her mother ran off, her jilted father turned bitter. He claimed his inability to hold down a job was due to an old war injury but the truth was in the stack of empty whiskey bottles on the porch. Times were hard but Bud Harris found an easy way to make a few extra dollars. Every day led Tanya closer to the road of no return. On her journey to Nashville she finds herself lost in a world of big...

In order for a dream to come true you must first dream it! Here's How to Write a BOOK by Nancy B. Brewer For hundreds of years people have cherished books. They read their favorites over and over and even pass them down to their children. Have you ever wondered what the world would be like without books? Authors come from all walks of life with various levels of education, but one thing they all have in common is the courage to put down into words their dreams and passions. Some are born with a poet's soul, but even they need encouragement to cultivate their talents into mastery. When I ...

A Peasant Queen Nancy B. Brewer Get ready to sit on the edge of your seat as the pages turn in King Roffire's world. In the quest for the throne, second best can be deadly; things are not always as they seem; and love is more often stolen than given. "A Peasant Queen" may be award-winning author Nancy B. Brewer's best work yet. This medieval thriller, with its twisted plot takes this fiction novel to a whole new level. Battles are fought, hearts are broken, and every page is more intriguing than the last. The characters are so well defined that you will never forget them or their stories. '...

Nina Grey wore two faces. One she showed to the world, but one she hid in the shadows. The Two Faces of Nina Grey Sharpsburg, Maryland 1861 It was in the winter of her eighteenth year that Nina Grey's destiny chose her. This is when she begins her story. Perhaps when it is all over, she will tell all, but for now it is far too dangerous. It would appear that a beautiful young girl would not be much of a threat to anyone, except to the hearts of foolish young men. Who would have guessed that hidden in her purse was a pistol, and tucked inside her corset were secret messages that were a ...

A Beautiful Prison Growing up in the Hamptons with a father worth millions would be considered a dream for most young girls coming of age in 1923. However, for Evelyn Josephine Ferguson (Eva Jo) the seamless parties and the high life were more inconvenience than enjoyment. Being privy to gangster activity and bootlegging was as common as frequent visits from politicians and starlets. After Eva Jo's mother died, her father faced the task of introducing his shy daughter into the modern world of uninhibited attitudes, bobbed hair, short skirts and rolled stockings. When her father acted upon ...