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An Amish Mother for His Twins (North Country Amish #5)
by Patricia DavidsShe&’s a reminder of his past… Could she be the key to his future? Amish widow Maisie Schrock is determined to care for her newborn niece and nephew, and no one will stand in her way—not even their father. But Nathan Weaver refuses to accept help from the identical sister of his late wife, who abandoned him. Before the next bus home leaves, can Maisie convince Nathan she&’s the ideal guardian for the twins…and his wounded heart? A NORTH COUNTRY AMISH STORY He&’s not looking for her help…in this novel from USA TODAY bestselling author Patricia DavidsFrom Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.North Country AmishBook 1: Shelter from the StormBook 2: The Amish Teacher's DilemmaBook 3: A Haven for ChristmasBook 4: Someone to TrustBook 5: An Amish Mother for His Twins
An Amish Mother's Secret Past (Green Mountain Blessings #3)
by Jo Ann BrownEvery woman deserves a fresh start…Can an Amish widow’s pastcost her a future filled with love?Widow Rachel Yoder has a secret: she’s a military veteran trying to give her children a new life among the Amish. Though she’s drawn to bachelor Isaac Kauffman, she knows she can’t tell him the truth—or give him her heart. With her forbidden past, Rachel can never be the perfect Plain wife he’s looking for…
An Amish Mother's Secret Past and Her Amish Suitor's Secret
by Jo Ann Brown Carrie LighteSometimes the truth comes at a costAn Amish Mother's Secret Past by Jo Ann BrownWidow Rachel Yoder has a secret: she&’s a military veteran trying to give her children a new life among the Amish. Though she&’s drawn to bachelor Isaac Kauffman, she knows she can&’t tell him the truth—or give him her heart. With her forbidden past, Rachel can never be the perfect Plain wife he&’s looking for… Her Amish Suitor's Secret by Carrie LightePosing as an Amish groundskeeper at Rose Allgyer&’s lakeside cabin retreat, Englischer Caleb Miller is determined to clear his brother&’s name of theft. But as he&’s drawn to Rose&’s good nature, the burden of his ruse gets heavier—especially after learning Rose was deceived by her ex-fiancé. Still guarded, will Rose trust Caleb with her heart when she discovers he isn&’t who he claims to be?
An Amish New Beginning
by Jo Ann Brown Patrice LewisStarting over in Amish countryBuilding Her Amish Dream by Jo Ann Brown Opening a new farm shop on Prince Edward Island with her little sister is Mattie Albrecht&’s chance at a fresh start. But avoiding her past becomes impossible when Benjamin Kuhns—her old secret crush—offers to help with repairs. As they work together to renovate the shop, the new beginning they&’re searching for could be right in front of them…The Amish Animal Doctor by Patrice Lewis Forced to return home to care for her ailing mother, veterinarian Abigail Mast must make an impossible choice—between her career and her Amish community. And handsome neighbor Benjamin Troyer isn&’t making the decision any easier for her. When an opportunity to stay in Montana presents itself, can Abigail come to a decision that will yield the greatest rewards?2 Uplifting Stories Building Her Amish Dream and The Amish Animal Doctor
An Amish Noel (The Amish Bachelors #2)
by Patricia DavidsUSA Today–Bestselling Author: Will his scandalous past douse the spark growing between them?Luke Bowman’s homecoming is turning Emma Swartzentruber’s carefully ordered world upside down. Gone is her rebellious girlhood crush, and in his place is a handsome man who seems committed to serving the community. Luke’s even agreed to work for Emma’s ill father, whose last wish is to see his daughter wedded to a stable, loving man. But Luke—a man who flirted with the outside world with disastrous consequences—is hardly marriage material for a good Amish woman. Yet this Christmas, when her family is flung into crisis, Emma will find that he may just be the one to capture her heart for good.Praise for Patricia Davids’ novels“Uplifting . . . will have fans of Amish romance eager to read more from Davids.” —Publishers Weekly“Patricia writes with heart, integrity and hope. Her stories both entertain and edify—the perfect combination.” —Kim Vogel Sawyer, bestselling author of The Tapestry of Grace
An Amish Picnic: Four Stories
by Kathleen Fuller Amy Clipston Vannetta Chapman Kelly IrvinFrom bestselling authors in the Amish genre come four sweet stories about picnics and romance.Baskets of Sunshine by Amy ClipstonKevin Weaver has lived with his brother&’s family since his parents passed away when he was young, but he craves a home and family to call his own. Freeman Kurtz owns a successful brick mason business, and Kevin takes the job as Freeman&’s apprentice to pursue his own financial freedom. Phoebe Kurtz is helping her sister with her booth at the marketplace when she notices Kevin, her father&’s employee. Their friendship grows, but Kevin is convinced that the difference in their ages makes a relationship between them impossible. Amidst summer outings, Kevin and Phoebe must decide if taking a chance on love is worth the risk.Candlelight Sweethearts by Kelly IrvinEsther Marie Shrock loves her job at Valley Grocery Store where she&’s worked for four years. Despite a stutter that has plagued her since childhood, she thrives filling orders from a steady stream of customers. Still, at 25, she and her family wonder if romance is in her future.Jasper Cotter isn&’t good with people, but he&’s found himself obligated to take over day-to-day operations of the family owned grocery store—a store he doesn&’t have the first clue how to run. Thrown together, Esther Marie and Jasper don&’t exactly see eye to eye. One night, the store loses power, and the candles aren&’t the only things shooting off sparks. Esther Marie and Jasper are suddenly forced to discover common ground when it matters most, and they might be surprised with love along the way.Reeling in Love by Kathleen FullerNina Stoll and Ira Yoder are just friends. Just friends and fishing buddies. Every Saturday afternoon, they have a picnic at their favorite fishing hole and see who can out fish the other. Until Nina starts to wonder if there&’s more.Her plans to share her feelings go awry, and circumstances seem destined to keep Nina and Ira apart. With both Nina and Ira confused and hurting, it&’s going to take courage, some help from the community matchmakers, and a little bit of divine intervention for Nina and Ira to realize they&’re each other's perfect catch.Picnics and Prospects by Vannetta ChapmanFaith Troyer is claustrophobic, and David Lapp builds tiny houses. They went on a date years ago with disastrous results. Now that they&’re in their late twenties, their families and friends are beginning to wonder if either will ever find that special someone. When a picnic outing is diverted by the discovery of a package of letters dating back to the 1970s, they take it upon themselves to find answers to a mystery that causes them to rethink their past and consider their future.
An Amish Proposal
by Jo Ann BrownRescued: Mother-to-Be Pregnant and without options, Katie Kay Lapp is trapped between two worlds-abandoned by her baby's Englisch father, not ready to return to her Amish family. With nowhere to go, she's rescued by the unlikeliest of heroes-the man whose heart she shattered. Months ago, Micah Stoltzfus courted her, envisioned a future with her, until she chose the big city over him. Now bound by duty to protect mother and child, Micah offers a solution-marriage. Though his heart never healed, he still cares for the Amish beauty. He knows he'll be the father Katie Kay's baby needs...but can he show her he's also the love she's always wanted?
An Amish Proposal for Christmas: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Indiana Amish Market #1)
by Vannetta ChapmanHer deepest Christmas wish will bring more than she imagined…in this novel by USA TODAY bestselling author Vannetta Chapman. The only way she&’ll find home is by leaving it… The one thing Becca Yoder loves more than Christmas is her dream of leaving her Amish community and traveling the world. Becca has her father&’s reluctant permission to leave—if she trains Gideon Fisher to run the family&’s enormous outdoor market. But Gideon is homesick for Texas. Can Becca make him fall in love with her hometown…without falling for the handsome bachelor herself?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Indiana Amish Market Book 1: An Amish Proposal for ChristmasBook 2: Her Amish Adversary
An Amish Quilt: Three Novellas
by Beth Wiseman Kathleen Fuller Kelly IrvinAmish couples find forever love and family in these three inspirational novellas.“Patchwork Perfect” by Beth Wiseman Widower Eli Byler makes a fresh start in Paradise, Pennsylvania. Then he meets Miriam Fisher—the most unconventional Amish woman he’s ever met. She doesn’t fit the mold for what Eli is looking for, but it isn’t long before Eli realizes that Miriam is everything he wants. But Miriam has no plans to get married—ever. Will Eli be able to change her mind?“A Bid for Love” by Kathleen Fuller Every week, Hannah Lynne brings her home-churned butter to the local market. And every week Ezra stops by to purchase some. Hannah Lynne knows not to read too much into it—Ezra is a confirmed bachelor. But when Ezra bids an exorbitant amount to win the quilt she had her heart set on, Hannah Lynne can’t stop her heart from taking over her mind. Could Ezra finally be in the market for love?“A Midwife’s Dream” by Kelly IrvinIris Beachy serves as a midwife as she longs for a family of her own. When her friend’s brother Mahon Kurtz seeks her help in delivering the baby of two young teenagers, they begin to see each other in a different light. Unprepared for parenthood, the young couple abandon the baby girl, leaving her in an antique crib quilt resembling the one destined for Iris when she becomes a mother. As Mahon and Iris join together to take care of the baby, they begin to see new possibilities for their future.
An Amish Quilting Bee: Three Stories
by Shelley Shepard Gray Kathleen Fuller Amy ClipstonThree charming stories of cozy quilting circles and budding romance Patchwork Promises by Amy Clipston When Colin Zook and his beloved grandmother lose everything in a fire, their greatest loss is a beloved family heirloom quilt that helped keep her dementia at bay. When Joanne Lapp hears about the loss, she decides to re-create the quilt. Colin soon feels himself developing feelings for her, but he&’s held back by the knowledge that a future with him would involve care of his grandmother and his farm. Will Joanne look past his list of responsibilities and see him for who he truly is?A Common Thread by Kathleen Fuller Susie Glick returns from a shopping trip laden with beautiful fabric for her quilting group. On the bus ride, Alex Lehman—her crush from three years ago—sits next to her. Alex left Middlefield to explore the country, and now he&’s back and ready to join the church. Susie was just a kid when he left, but now she&’s a woman—and she definitely has his interest. The women in her quilting circle aren&’t as excited about Alex&’s return, assuming that he&’ll leave again in search of adventure. Susie is convinced they&’re wrong, but just as they start dating, Alex tells Susie he has to leave. He says he&’ll return, but Susie must decide whether or not she can trust the man she fears has captured her heart.Stitched Together by Shelley Shepard Gray Rosie&’s joy is her yearly project for the Pinecraft Mennonite Quilt Sale, and she dreams of being the top earner. But she&’s worried that she&’s bitten off more than she can chew with her latest entry. To make things even more confusing, after coming to terms with her single state, she&’s recently formed a friendship with Tim Christner. He&’s only in town for a month, but he has Rosie wondering if she&’s found love at last. Now all she has to do is figure out how to get the quilt done so she can concentrate on him. But with her once very organized life in total disarray, everything comes to a head just before the sale. Rosie is forced to reexamine her priorities before she loses not only her place in the quilt show but everything else she&’s ever wanted.Sweet Amish novellas with happily-ever-aftersBook length: 75,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
An Amish Reunion
by Jo Ann BrownAmish Family Ties Hannah Lambright becomes an instant mother when her estranged father abandons his toddler daughter on her doorstep. The pretty beekeeper knows all about honey-and nothing about tending to a kinder, especially one with special needs. She's grateful to Daniel Stoltzfus for offering to help care for her sister in exchange for Hannah's beekeeping skills on a hive at his workplace. But the handsome carpenter broke her heart years ago and she's afraid it's never quite mended. Yet spending time with the boppli whisperer and the sweet little girl has love-shy Hannah hoping the family they're forming will last forever.
An Amish Reunion: Four Stories
by Beth Wiseman Kathleen Fuller Amy Clipston Kelly IrvinFour sweet stories about reuniting with the ones you love. Their True Home by Amy ClipstonWhen Marlene Bawell moved from Bird-in-Hand ten years ago, she was in the deepest of mourning for her mother. Now her family has moved back so her father can seek employment after being laid off. To help save money, Marlene works at the hardware store owned by Rudy Swarey&’s father. She knew Rudy growing up and had a secret crush on him, though he never seemed to notice her. But just as a friendship between them begins to blossom, her life is once again turned upside down. Will Marlene ever have a chance to find her own true home?A Reunion of Hearts by Beth WisemanRuth and Gideon Beiler experienced one of life&’s most tragic events. Unable to get past their grief, the couple abandoned their Amish faith and went in different directions, though neither could bear to formally dissolve the marriage. When their loved ones reach out to them to come home for a family reunion, Ruth has reason to believe that Gideon won&’t be there. Gideon also thinks that Ruth has declined the invitation. Family and friends are rooting for them to reunite, but will it all be enough for Ruth and Gideon to get past their grief and recapture a time when they were in love and had a bright future ahead of them?A Chance to Remember by Kathleen FullerCevilla Schlabach, Birch Creek&’s resident octogenarian matchmaker, is surprised when Richard, a man from her Englisch past, arrives in Birch Creek for a visit. While he and Cevilla take several walks down memory lane, they wonder what the future holds for them at this stage of life—friendship, or the possibility of something else?Mended Hearts by Kelly IrvinAt eighteen Hannah Kauffman made a terrible mistake. Her parents and members of her Jamesport Amish community say they&’ve forgiven her. But she feels their eyes following her everywhere she goes with eighteen-month-old Evie. Thaddeus, Evie&’s father, escaped this fate by running away from Jamesport. Now that Thaddeus is gone, Hannah&’s old friend Phillip is stepping up to be by her side. He has waited patiently for Hannah to realize just how much he cares for her. But when Thaddeus returns after two years, Hannah can&’t deny the love she feels for him. Does the fact that Phillip has waited patiently for her all this time mean that she owes him something? Can she trust either one of them? Can she trust herself? She has repented and been forgiven by the One who is most important—her heavenly Father. But is she willing to risk making more mistakes by opening herself up to love? Each story in this sweet, contemporary collection can be read as a standalone, but the stories are best enjoyed together.Book length: approximately 100,000 words.Includes discussion questions for book clubs
An Amish Schoolroom: Three Stories
by Shelley Shepard Gray Kathleen Fuller Amy ClipstonThree charming stories of new school years and new romance. A Class for Laurel by Amy Clipston Adventurous Laurel Weaver leaves Pennsylvania to answer a newspaper ad for a teaching position in Colorado. She stays with handsome Glen Troyer&’s family, and they become close. However, she never intended to stay in Colorado, and his family worries Glen may choose to follow her back to Pennsylvania or be left with a broken heart. Now she can&’t bear to think of leaving Glen and her beloved students, but she&’s beginning to feel like she&’s out of options. Will Laurel and Glen push through the obstacles and fight for love? A Lesson on Love by Kathleen Fuller Priscilla Helmuth left her Amish community twelve years ago to pursue her dream of being a country singer, but she&’s missed her faith and her family. Now, she&’s moving to Birch Creek to be a schoolteacher. Micah Wagler recently moved there as well to put the past behind him. As the community comes together to build a new schoolhouse, Priscilla and Micah are thrown together. They bond over their love of music, but soon it appears that Priscilla&’s dreams of fame just might be coming true. She has to give up something, and Micah worries that it will be their faith . . . and his heart. Wendy&’s Twenty Reasons by Shelley Shepard Gray Wendy Schwartz is used to people underestimating her, but she&’s sure she can be a great teacher. Unfortunately, it&’s a disaster not long after she starts, and soon her job is in jeopardy. To make matters more complicated, she worries that she&’s falling for the son of the older couple she&’s boarding with. Lewis Weaver knows he shouldn&’t have a romantic relationship with a tenant, but he can&’t help but be drawn to Wendy. When a dangerous ice storm traps Wendy in the schoolroom with her students, uncomfortable truths will have to be faced by the town that just might change the future for everyone. Sweet Amish novellas with happily-ever-aftersBook length: 75,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
An Amish Second Christmas
by Tricia Goyer Beth Wiseman Kathleen Fuller Ruth Reid"When Christmas Comes Again" by Beth Wiseman Katherine knows the first Christmas without Elias will be hard for her and the children. But when a mysterious Englischer appears with photographs of her late husband, Katherine begins to wonder what other blessings Christmas could have in store. "Her Christmas Pen Pal" by Ruth Reid Joy was expecting a wedding proposal from Henry; what she got instead was news of another woman. But when her heartfelt letter to a cousin ends up in the hands of a young cabinetmaker, an unexpected correspondence between two strangers gets interesting fast. "A Gift for Anne Marie" by Kathleen Fuller Anne Marie and Nathaniel have been best friends since they were kids. Now things are evolving . . . in ways everyone else predicted long ago. But when her mother suddenly decides to remarry in another state, Anne Marie's new chapter with Nathaniel looks doomed to end before it begins. "The Christmas Aprons" by Tricia Goyer Vanilla crumb pie has been Esther's mem's calling card for decades. But when Esther finally gets her hands on the secret recipe, she discovers that vanilla crumb pie is more than just dessert . . . it's bachelor bait."Characters in each story are sweet, kind and caring. . . . Each author brings a separate writing style, creating a cozy holidaycollection." --RT Book Reviews, 4 stars
An Amish Second Christmas
by Shelley Shepard Gray Patricia Johns Virginia WiseFor the Amish, the day after Christmas is for family, feasting, and exchanging simple gifts. And for three different couples, it will bring another precious chance for love . . . THEIR SECOND CHANCENew York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Shelley Shepard Gray Amish nanny Hannah Eicher never thought she&’d see Rob Prince again. There was no way a relationship between her and the handsome English fireman could overcome her family&’s objections—and their personal differences. But when he saves her from a sudden blaze, Hannah longs to see if they can turn holiday hope into a lifetime of happiness . . . HIS AMISH ANGEL * Patricia Johns She&’s too outspoken to be a proper Amish wife. So as advice columnist &“Miss Amish,&” Maggie Lapp helps Amish and Englishwith their romantic problems. But when her tradition-minded former fiancé accidentally reveals her secret, Maggie will need more than a miracle to make things right—and find a perfect love for all the Christmases to come . . . AN HEIRLOOM CHRISTMAS * Virginia Wise Rachel Miller won't let her disability keep her from selling heirloom plants and proving she can be independent. She certainly doesn't need reckless Joseph Webber working at her greenhouse to pay off a disastrous Rumspringa stunt. But she and Joseph have more in common than they think—and their surprising holiday partnership might just blossom into forever joy . . .
An Amish Singing: Four Stories
by Amy ClipstonRomance is bound strike a chord when the young people of Bird-in-Hand join together to bring their community the gift of song. Hymn of PraiseSharon Lambert and Jay Smoker have been friends for a long time, but lately Jay has seen Sharon in a new light. They begin spending time together, and Sharon invites Jay to her family&’s home to serve dinner and sing traditional hymns for their English guests. When Jay decides that this tramples upon his doctrinal beliefs, can these two dear friends compromise and find love? Or will Jay&’s strict views keep them apart? Amazing GraceDave Esh is broken with guilt after a recent tragedy. When Alice Blank, an acquaintance from school and youth group, invites him to join an informal singing group that performs for community members in need, Dave doubts he will enjoy himself—let alone find peace. Will Alice&’s friendship help Dave learn how to forgive himself the way God already has? Great Is Thy FaithfulnessDarlene Bender&’s mother has been battling cancer, and Darlene can&’t understand why God would allow someone so wonderful to go through such a terrible time. She finds strength in her singing group and friends, and when Andrew Detweiler senses that Darlene needs a confidant, he approaches and befriends her. As love blossoms between them, Darlene might soon realize that God was with her all along. O Holy NightElaine Lantz and her parents have just moved to town from New Wilmington. After leaving behind some painful events and a group of deceitful friends, Elaine worries she&’ll never be able to trust again. But the young people of Bird-in-Hand don&’t give up, and Calvin King takes it upon himself to make Elaine feel welcome. Perhaps friendship and love await Elaine in her new hometown. &“Well-written, well-developed, and beautifully romantic, Amy&’s books are at the top of the Amish genre.&” —New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray Sweet, inspirational Amish readsCollection includes four stories (23K words each) that can be read together or as standalonesIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
An Amish Spring: Three Novellas
by Beth Wiseman Amy Clipston Vanetta ChapmanA Son for Always by Amy Clipston(Previously published in An Amish Cradle)Carolyn and Joshua are thrilled to be expecting their first child together. Carolyn was a teenager when she had her son, Benjamin, and she feels solely responsible to secure his future. As Joshua watches Carolyn struggle to accept his support, he knows he must find some way to convince her that she—and Ben—will always be taken care of.A Love for Irma Rose by Beth Wiseman(Previously published in An Amish Year)The year is 1957, and young Irma Rose has a choice to make. Date the man who is &“right&” for her? Or give Jonas a chance, the wild and reckless suitor who refuses to take no for an answer? Irma Rose steps onto the path she believes God has planned for her, but when she loses her footing, she is forced to rethink her choice.Where Healing Blooms by Vannetta Chapman(Previously published in An Amish Garden)Widow Emma Hochstetter finds her quiet life interrupted when she discovers a run-away teenager in her barn, and then the bishop asks her to provide a haven for a local woman and her two children. Then, her mother-in-law, Mary Ann, reveals one of her garden's hidden secrets, something very unexpected.
An Amish Summer: Four Novellas
by Shelley Shepard Gray Kathleen Fuller Amy Clipston Kelly IrvinA new novella collection of sweet, summer romances from some of our favorite Amish authors!A Reunion in Pinecraft by Shelley Shepard GrayWhen sisters Sharon and Sherilyn Kramer attend a wedding in Shipshewana, one of them returns with a new penpal while the other returns to her job at the bakery. After sending weekly letters back and forth, Sherry and Graham Holland arrange a reunion in Pinecraft. Upon Graham&’s arrival, however, he realizes he&’s been writing to the wrong sister. He decides to use the reunion as a way to get to know both sisters, but can he sort through the confusion in time to turn the worst vacation ever into something truly wonderful?Summer Storms by Amy ClipstonAriana is counting down the days until her wedding to Jesse. They have been friends longer than Arianna can remember, and that friendship turned into love over the past couple of years. But when Arianna&’s brother Tobias, who happens to be Jesse&’s best friend, gets them both into trouble, Arianna&’s father puts an end to her engagement to Jesse. Some summer storms pass quickly, but Arianna is afraid the damage from this one may be too much to repair.Lakeside Love by Kathleen FullerEsther has always lived in the shadow of her beautiful younger sister Sarah. Even the boy she has known—and loved—her entire life, Judah, only has eyes for Sarah. But when a handsome young Englischer comes to live with the family for a summer, everything begins to change.One Sweet Kiss by Kelly IrvinEverybody in little Bee County, Texas, can see the obvious: Jacob King and Martha Byler are meant to be together. Everyone, that is, but Martha. Ever since her mother died when Martha was a young girl, she has taken over the role of caregiver to her large family. And reckless Jacob, who has had a little too much fun on his rumspringa, only seems to add to the list of people to manage. But one summer changes everything, and these two may just find a way to meet in the middle and share one sweet kiss.
An Amish Surprise (Berlin Bookmobile Series, The #2)
by Shelley Shepard GrayIn the second installment of the &“enjoyable and charming&” (USA TODAY) Shelley Shepard Gray&’s delightful Berlin Bookmobile series, librarian Sarah Anne Miller returns to Berlin to help a childless Amish couple form the family they&’ve always prayed for.Miriam and Calvin Gingerich have been trying for a baby for several years, but the Lord hasn&’t seen fit to bless them. Though Calvin claims he&’s content with their childless state, Miriam knows he&’s not, and when he starts spending more time off their farm, she worries he&’s found someone else. But just as she finds herself at her lowest point, she discovers the ultimate surprise. Unable to confide in anyone who might tell Calvin—out of fear she&’ll disappoint him with another miscarriage—Miriam turns to bookmobile librarian Sarah Anne Miller—and any books she may have on pregnancy and childbirth. Calvin has been keeping a secret from his wife, but it&’s not another woman. It&’s a little boy. One afternoon when visiting Sarah Anne&’s bookmobile, he meets Miles, a ten-year-old living with a foster family down the road. But after spending more time with the boy, Calvin learns that his foster family has no plans to adopt him. Calvin feels a connection with Miles and yearns to give the boy a home, but he&’s afraid to tell Miriam, knowing she&’s devastated they can&’t have children of their own. As weeks pass and Sarah Anne learns that Miles has nearly given up hope of ever finding a real home, she knows it&’s time to intervene. It&’s going to take some fancy footwork and a whole lot of prayer, but she knows she can help make this struggling couple into a happy family of four.
An Amish Table: A Recipe for Hope, Building Faith, Love in Store
by Zondervan<P>A Recipe for Hope by Beth Wiseman(Previously published in An Amish Kitchen)When a storm blows a tree onto Eve Bender’s farmhouse, she has little choice but to temporarily move her family into her parents’ home.<P> Outside of cooking together in the kitchen, Eve and her mother can’t agree on anything.<P> But this may be just the recipe for healing old wounds.Building Faith by Kathleen Fuller(Previously published in An Amish Home)Faith Miller knows that carpentry is an unlikely hobby for a young Amish woman, but she loves the work and it keeps the memory of her grandfather alive. <P>When her cousin asks Faith to build the cabinets in her new home, Faith is only too happy to take the job, even if it is her most ambitious project to date.<P> The only catch is that she has to work with her ex-fiance, Silas. <P>As they work together to build Martha’s kitchen, they must learn to leave the past behind and build faith in one another again.<P>Love in Store by Vannetta Chapman(Previously published in An Amish Market)Stella Schrock works at the Old Mill in Nappanee, Indiana, with new employee David Stoltzfus, a recent widower.<P> When strange events begin occurring around town, it appears as if someone wants to close the mill.<P> Stella and David must work together to solve the mystery surrounding the Old Amish Mill, and in the process, they might just find that God has more in store for their future than they would have dreamed possible.
An Amish Wedding Feast on Ice Mountain (Ice Mountain #6)
by Kelly LongAn Amish celebration . . . Since the moment her father died, Beth Mast has devoted body and soul to the care of her stepmother and stepsister—cooking, cleaning, and caring for their animals. So her friend Lucy’s wedding to the eldest King brother offers a welcome respite. Shy and unaware of her beauty, Beth harbors a secret sadness she hopes no one can see. But at this gathering she’s on display: her assigned escort happens to be the handsomest bachelor in their Amish community. Newly returned to Ice Mountain, Ransom King has no interest in the maedels pursuing him. Haunted by events during his five-year apprenticeship in Ohio, he’s startled to find a kindred spirit in Beth, whose dutiful ways can’t mask her inner glow. Ransom longs to show her how much she deserves happiness, though his own troubled history holds him back. It will take Ransom’s feisty Aenti Ruth and her ragtag menagerie to entice these two guarded hearts to open to love . . . “Long’s writing style is smooth and engaging, her characters true to the period yet timeless in their hopes and flaws and personal battles.” —USAToday.com “Delivers a sense of escape from today’s hustle and bustle into a gentler and simpler world.” —Publishers Weekly “Long creates storylines that captivate her readers.” —RT Book Reviews
An Amish Wedding: Three Amish Novellas
by Beth Wiseman Kathleen Fuller Kelly LongThree best-selling authors. Three possible brides. Three separate tales. They come together for an Amish wedding.Priscilla King has dreamed of being married to Chester Lapp since she was sixteen. With the help of her sister Naomi’s matchmaking skills, Chester proposes to Priscilla on her nineteenth birthday. As the wedding day approaches, problems emerge: an attendant with poison ivy, a failed celery crop, and a torn wedding dress.At the same time, Priscilla’s best friend Rose is convinced her fiancé is hiding something and she is intent on discovering the truth at any cost.Naomi remains hopeful that she, too, will soon find her perfect match. When Chester’s cousin shows up, there’s an immediate attraction between him and Naomi—as well as an obstacle that may just as immediately derail their blossoming love.Is God sending a message to stop the wedding? What is certain is that the hearts of these three women will be forever transformed by this touching Amish wedding.
An Amish Widow's New Love: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Indiana Amish Market)
by Vannetta ChapmanShe thinks she&’s done with romance But love has other ideas… When newly widowed Hope Lambright moves to Indiana with her three sons, the last thing on her mind is romance. And much like his new neighbor, widower Amos Yoder thought love was part of his past. But when Hope boldly asks Amos for a job at his Amish outdoor market, he finds he can&’t say no, and soon their professional relationship blossoms into something more. They&’ve both loved and lost once. Will they be brave enough to risk their hearts for a second time? From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Indiana Amish Market Book 1: An Amish Proposal for ChristmasBook 2: Her Amish AdversaryBook 3: An Unusual Amish Winter MatchBook 4: The Mysterious Amish BachelorBook 5: A Courtship for the Amish SpinsterBook 6: An Amish Widow's New Love
An Amish Widow's Promise (Sweetbrier Creek)
by Winnie GriggsOne Amish man helps to revive a young widow&’s struggling orchard—and heal her heart—in this light, warmhearted Amish romance perfect for fans of Jo Ann Brown and Jocelyn McClay. Widow Miriam Esh has to find a fiancé, or her overbearing bruder-in-law will sell her familye apple orchard. He&’s already taken it upon himself to hire someone—likely another man presuming he knows what&’s best for her land. But if she&’s going to save it, Miriam must focus on finding a suitable husband, not on the new orchardist or on how good he is with her son, and definitely not on how his smile scatters her thoughts . . . By the looks of things at the Esh estate, Daniel Beiler knows Miriam could use a hand. Only the stubborn widow doesn&’t want to take any of his advice. Yet as they spend their days working side-by-side and sharing warm meals, Daniel and Miriam can&’t deny the growing comfort in each other&’s company. So when Miriam begins receiving attention from eligible men seeking a wife, Daniel must admit his feelings for her before it&’s too late. With the promise that he&’ll be the partner she can trust, can Daniel convince Miriam that he should also be the mann in her life?
An Amish Wife for Christmas (North Country Amish)
by Patricia DavidsWill marriage save her family?Christmas with the North Country AmishBethany Martin has until Christmas to prove to the Amish community that she can raise her siblings—including her mischievous brother—without a husband. Then handsome newcomer Michael Shetler arrives, winning over Bethany’s siblings. He might be the answer to their prayers, but Michael has a troubled past. Can Bethany love a man with secrets…even if it’s the only thing keeping her family together?