Contemporary Inspirational

Rookie cop Ivan Vargas blames small-town accountant Julia Morrison for his brother’s suicide, as claimed in the note. When Julia is attacked, Ivan wonders if she’s right about the suicide being staged. He’s determined to find his brother’s killer and keep Julia safe but reluctant to lose his heart to the stubborn beauty who's known to break them… Hurt in the past, Julia has avoided letting men too close. But she needs Ivan’s help to uncover traumatic secrets someone would kill to keep hidden. Can she stay alive long enough to learn to love and trust again? What readers say about...

Take a heart-wrenching journey with young Apu in "The Effort" by Santonu Kumar Dhar as he faces the shadows of grief on his ninth birthday after his mother's death. When Deepak loses his job, Apu's plan to pull his father from the depths of grief takes an unexpected turn. A moving examination of resiliency and the enduring link between a father and son follows. Apu shows himself to be a remarkable example of perseverance in the face of hardship, despite his diminutive size. Apu faces challenges head-on, motivated by the memory of his late mother, even when the world pushes the boundaries of...

Notorious playboy billionaire Wade Jensen owns Oakdale Ranch. When he comes across the pretty, shivering, Gray-eyed lawyer standing on the side of a rain-drenched road, his attraction to her is instant. Laura doesn’t want anything to do with him, but Wade has never felt anything like this before. Determined to prove himself worthy, Wade sets out to win Laura’s trust. But will his love be enough to keep her safe? Read all the books in Billionaire Copper Canyon Cowboy Romance series by bestselling authors Brenda Clemmons and Katie Wyatt! Billionaire Copper Canyon Cowboy Romance series ...

Relentless is the fifteenth novella in the ongoing story of the Andersen family. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It’s been months since her death and her children and grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she’s gone. Some look back at what else has been lost to them. Chris Andersen is looking forward with anticipation to the future spread that's out in front of him…one that he didn’t expect. But he is also looking behind him at what was lost and never ...

Once a thief, always a thief? One night, the past catches up with former model (not to mention former thief) Jan Hutchinson. When she stumbles on what she believes is her friend’s bleeding body, Jan nearly follows that fate. To stay alive and find out why members of her old crew (think runaways, not runways) disappear one by one, she needs the help of the only policeman she trusts—her ex-boyfriend, Luis Powers. The issue is, Luis Powers doesn’t know whether he trusts her after she broke his heart. But, with danger surrounding them, they must figure out how to survive—together, not ...

Jas’ fantasy is Mr. Darcy, elegant balls, and amusing assemblies. So romantic. Jas’ reality? Rory, boring work, and painting the hall. Not romantic … at all. An accidental purchase of a lover’s locket enables Jas to time travel back to its origins: the Regency era. Her excitement is short-lived, however, when she realizes she is not just an observer but is inhabiting the real lives of real, living people; people never mentioned in any of Jane Austen’s novels; people whose lives are neither romantic nor elegant. So much for fantasy. Seeking romance in the Regency era seems like a ...

Hope Sparrow has mastered the art of outrunning her tragic past. Never stay anywhere too long. Never allow anyone control over her life again. Coming to Wanishin Falls in search of her family's history already feels too risky. But somewhere in the towering stacks of this dusty old shop are the books that hold Hope's last ties to her late mother—and to a rumored family treasure that could help her start over. Only, the bookshop is in shambles, and the older owner is in the beginning stages of dementia and can’t remember where the books lie.

Britta Bolton has known and loved Mav her whole life – as friends. She’s willing to be the friend he needs even if her own happiness is sacrificed. She’s interested in dating someone else, but she promptly puts that plan on hold to come to the rescue of her best friend. She loves his company and they know each other inside and out. While a marriage of convenience isn’t what she really sees for herself, she’s more than willing to make this plan work for the guy who’s always been there for her. Maverick Tucker is in a bit of a pickle. He’s ready for the promotion he’s worked ...

When a weeklong cowboy with a son becomes the three-day boss of an outspoken plus-size veterinarian, these opposites might attract-or combust. A sweet, clean, wholesome romance with a happily-ever-after! After a short-lived first marriage and miscarriage, Liberty Clark's life revolves around the ranch and animals. When her family pushes her into modeling in a promotional campaign for the ranch, she's stuck with a visiting advertising executive to make her look presentable. As if old jeans, a Stetson, and a Wrangler shirt aren't presentable enough! She soon discovers there's more to this ...

She escaped the darkness once... but will she survive its clutches yet again? Despite scars both seen and unseen from her unimaginable past, Mara returns to the home that once imprisoned her in secrets, lies, and abuse. This time, she’s no longer a victim—she’s a young woman transformed by faith and driven by love. Mara is determined to share with her siblings the hope she’s found in a God who saved her life and filled it with purpose. Reminded of her past with every glance in the mirror, Mara’s heart finds a home in Lucas, a man who loves her beyond appearances. With him, she ...

Kaitlyn was born for ranch life, but when her father wants to open the ranch to tourists, Kaitlyn is distraught. The situation gets even worse when she goes head-to-head with Luke, the man in charge of all the changes happening to her home. Their disagreements are heated, but a spark ignites that could change both of their lives forever. Can they get past their differences and learn to work together? *This is a stand-alone book in the Rocky Brook Cowboys series* Kaitlyn’s heart is broken when she discovers the changes her father is making to their family ranch. She has always been ...

I'm a ghost story writer who enjoys quiet, While Scott, a YouTuber, seeks to give a voice to the world. Before we break up, our last chance is to explore a haunted mansion. Regret sets in almost immediately. He speeds until the cop’s lights flash in the rearview mirror. He pulls me close as I prepare to leave with a heartfelt apology. The mansion, though crumbling, holds poignant stories in its quiet corners. Head-to-head, while reading an old diary, Scott’s intense gaze rekindles the flutter in my heart. Back at the hotel, in his strong arms, our hearts intertwined. One romantic night ...

Some mistakes make you infamous. Some heartbreaks make you hide. But redemption? Redemption changes everything. Allison Johnson knows what it’s like to be the talk of the town—and not in a good way. After a scandal that left her reputation in shambles, she has spent months trying to rebuild her life and prove she’s more than her past mistakes. But despite her best efforts, the whispers still follow her. Redemption feels out of reach… until a life-altering moment at the altar changes everything. Castor Evans wasn’t looking for a fresh start—he just wanted to forget. After a ...

He’s dreamed of her since he was just in high school. She’s refused to ever look at him since he caused the worst day of her life. Jesse won’t stop trying for a second chance, and Clara soon realizes—have the years made him capable of love, or are they just a harbinger for heartache? Jesse Walker is the family comedian. He loves to make everyone laugh and won’t hesitate to crack a joke. His attraction to her, however, is no laughing matter. Clara Reed is the town’s bookstore owner. She loves to read and won’t hesitate to indulge her eccentricities. Her attraction to him, ...

Josey Anderson had dreams of being the perfect wife, and everything seemed to fall into place during her fairytale wedding to Chase. Well, almost everything—there was that hilarious moment when the matron of honor unexpectedly went into labor! But hey, life is full of surprises, and Josey knows how to roll with the punches. Now, Josey sets out to find her dream Cape-style house, conquer her role as a reporter at the Gull Lake, Minnesota paper, and become a baking whiz and sewing extraordinaire. Piece of cake, right? But just when she's settled into the rhythm of her new life, Chase lands ...

Discover the power of second chances in this heartwarming series of love, loss, and a fresh start from bestselling author Sylvia Price. Beth Campbell is juggling her roles as the mother of two adult children, an adoptive mother to an eleven-year-old girl, the owner of a bed and breakfast, and a successful author. Complicating matters, trouble arrives in the form of her daughter Lillie's ex-boyfriend, Lukas. He reveals to Beth the truth about Lillie dropping out of college, leading to tension between mother and daughter. As Lillie and her friend Ryan's relationship develops, her past traumas...

Divorced mother, Allie Emerson, never imagined she’d be raising two teenage girls on her own. Between parenting and paying the bills, she hasn’t even thought about meeting a man. That changes once she hears local carpenter, Braden Fox, is in need of a secretary. Back in high school, Allie had done all she could to deny the sparks burning between her and Braden; but would the chemistry still be there after all this time? Braden has heard all about what Terrance did to Allie and the girls, has been planning to stop by and see how she’s getting along, but Allie beats him to it by showing...

This book encourages and inspires young women to explore new opportunities in air and space. Packed with inspiring words, stories, and photographs from International trailblazing women in the worldwide air and space industry.

Two Sisters, Two Heartwarming Romance Novellas. There’s no better place for romance, forgiveness, and new beginnings than the Sweet Something Teashop. "Tea For Two." Allison Bennett, co-owner of a financially strapped teashop in Princeton, New Jersey, receives a large anonymous check that saves her business. But she has no idea who sent it. Could it be from Peter Hillinger, the wealthy businessman who owns the shop next door and wants to win Allison’s heart? Or is it from Tyler Lawrence, Allison’s old boyfriend, who returns to town claiming a renewed faith and a changed life. Allison ...

A brokenhearted widower with a sad daughter. A secret bodyguard working as a nanny. Can they become an unlikely family this Christmas? Since his wife died, all Conner Strauss wants is a big family, other children who might put a smile back on his little girl's face. His wish might come true when his mother finally tells him who his biological father was. To get close to his new siblings and their children without giving himself away, he starts courting the family nanny. Once jilted, Gwendolyn Meyers concentrated on her career as a bodyguard, eager to prove she's just as good as her late ...