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Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in Grace
by Terra A. MattsonThe stakes have never been higher as daughters of every age are navigating a world of hyper-sexualization, social media hangover, extreme loneliness, and a flood of confusing messages. Whether readers desire to know more of who they are created to be or are raising daughters who are just beginning their own journeys, Courageous leads women and those they love through transformation as they experience: confidence in who God made them to be resiliency regardless of circumstances faithfulness to God's heartbeatbold living through faith-filled risk-taking the joy of finding their voice and then using it for the voicelessvibrant community with other daughters Crafted with biblical wisdom, professional insights, and personal stories, Courageous explores the core concerns that plague every woman's relationship with God, self, and others. Terra Mattson invites women and girls to join a global movement of Courageous Girls as they discover an empowered sense of purpose and an identity rooted in God's grace so they can love and be loved like never before. Exploring issues such as the comparison game, body image, sexuality, and friendships, Courageous is for any woman investing in the next generation of girls. The stakes have never been higher to nurture the daughter in every woman to be confident in who she is, emboldened to use her voice for world change, and deepen her roots in grace.
Courageously Expecting: 30 Days of Encouragement for Pregnancy After Loss
by Jenny AlbersUsing Scripture and personal narrative, Courageously Expecting empathizes with and empowers women to face a pregnancy after loss with faith and courage, despite inevitable feelings of grief and fear that accompany life after losing a baby.Pregnancy is widely regarded as the most joyful time in a woman's life, but for the mother who has experienced pregnancy loss, a subsequent pregnancy can feel like she's holding her breath and hoping for what she can't control. In Courageously Expecting, Jenny Albers meets women in this difficult season as someone who has also experienced the worst and cautiously hoped for the best. Through the telling of her own story, Scripture, and heartfelt prayer, she encourages readers to cling to faith in the face of fear and guides them tocultivate hope when doubt weighs heavy;realize that the past does not dictate the present or the future and that God creates a way in the wilderness of grief and loss;flip the script on the what-if, worst-case-scenario narrative in their minds and learn to take their thoughts captive; andfind the courage to humble themselves and ask for and accept help from others. Regardless of where readers are on their pregnancy after loss journey, Courageously Expecting is a companion to help them through the days when fear overshadows hope.
Courting Change: Queer Parents, Judges, and the Transformation of American Family Law
by Kimberly D. RichmanWinner of the 2010 Pacific Sociological Association Distinguished Contribution to Scholarship AwardA lesbian couple rears a child together and, after the biological mother dies, the surviving partner loses custody to the child’s estranged biological father. Four days later, in a different court, judges rule on the side of the partner, because they feel the child relied on the woman as a “psychological parent.” What accounts for this inconsistency regarding gay and lesbian adoption and custody cases, and why has family law failed to address them in a comprehensive manner?In Courting Change, Kimberly D. Richman zeros in on the nebulous realm of family law, one of the most indeterminate and discretionary areas of American law. She focuses on judicial decisions—both the outcomes and the rationales—and what they say about family, rights, sexual orientation, and who qualifies as a parent. Richman challenges prevailing notions that gay and lesbian parents and families are hurt by laws’ indeterminacy, arguing that, because family law is so loosely defined, it allows for the flexibility needed to respond to—and even facilitate — changes in how we conceive of family, parenting, and the role of sexual orientation in family law.Drawing on every recorded judicial decision in gay and lesbian adoption and custody cases over the last fifty years, and on interviews with parents, lawyers, and judges, Richman demonstrates how parental and sexual identities are formed and interpreted in law, and how gay and lesbian parents can harness indeterminacy to transform family law.
Courting Susannah
by Linda Lael MillerBeloved New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller delivers an emotion-packed novel of love set against the breathtaking backdrop of the American West.When Susannah McKittrick leaves Nantucket for the boomtown of Seattle, she is hardly looking to strike it rich; she is headed west to care for a newborn left motherless after Susannah&’s cousin died. Although the rigorous trip depletes all of her savings, Susannah is certain she is doing the right thing. She is less sure when she meets the infant&’s father, wealthy businessman Aubrey Fairgrieve—who seems embittered toward love and marriage, and indifferent toward the precious baby Susannah is so eager to care for. Gradually, Susannah discovers that Aubrey&’s marriage to her cousin was far from perfect—and she comes to see the brusque but handsome man in a new light. But when Aubrey makes her a most practical offer, it is a far cry from the heartfelt proposal Susannah desires. If he truly wants to win her hand, he will have to learn to trust once more—and sweep her away with the bold passion of a man in love.
Courting the Forbidden Debutante: A Duke In Need Of A Wife His Three-day Duchess Courting The Forbidden Debutante (Scandalous Australian Bachelors #1)
by Laura MartinOne man uses an earl’s daughter to fulfill his quest for vengeance—until passion waylays his scheme. First in the Scandalous Australian Bachelors series.When Sam Robertson returns to London after making his fortune in Australia, he has one mission—revenge on the earl who’d had him wrongly convicted and sent away years before.But upon meeting Lady Georgina, the earl’s daughter, Sam’s plan is thrown into disarray. Their admiration is mutual, but is his hunger for her stronger than his thirst for retribution?The Scandalous Australian Bachelors miniseries:Book 1—Courting the Forbidden DebutanteBook 2—Reunited with His Long-Lost CinderellaBook 3—Her Rags to Riches ChristmasPraise for Laura Martin“She immerses readers in the world and scandals of the ton with realistic settings, authentic dialogue and twists and turns.” —RT Book Reviews“A sweet and passionate romance . . . a solid and engaging read.” —Roses Are Blue
Courtyard Cat
by C. S. AdlerEleven-year-old Lindsay blames herself for the accident to her brother which forced her family to move to a city where she feels uncomfortable and friendless. She misses her friends back in the country, and the new city apartment is shabby. But the worst part of her family's move is that she's in charge of her little brother Garth. He won't listen to her anymore, and Lindsay can't complain to her parents because everything--Dad changing jobs to make more money, Mom going back to work--seems to be her fault. None of it would have happened, if only Lindsay had done what she was supposed to that awful day when Garth got hurt. Lindsay's only consolation is the beautiful Siamese cat who lives in the courtyard of their apartment house, protected by Lindsay's neighbors. There's know-it-all Anna and easygoing Amesley, twins two years older than she; scruffy-looking Hogan; and kindly, elderly Mr. Prior. Joining in their attempt to save the cat from the quick-tempered landlady, Lindsay discovers that true friends don't have to be your age or look like you. She is also forced to deal with her guilt about Garth's injury. With sensitivity, warmth, and gentle humor, C. S. Adler weaves a lively story of friendships lost and found. There are more books by C. S. Adler that you'll like in Bookshare's library. Look for: Daddy's Climbing Tree, Footsteps on the Stairs, The Lump in the Middle, More Than A Horse, Not Just A Summer Crush, One Unhappy Horse, That Horse Whiskey, Tuna Fish Thanksgiving and Willie the Frog Prince.
Cousin Rosamund: The Fountain Overflows, This Real Night, And Cousin Rosamund (The Saga of the Century Trilogy #3)
by Rebecca WestIn the final installment of Rebecca West&’s Saga of the Century trilogy, family, marriage, and love alter the sisterly bonds that have seen them through poverty, war, and scandal In the years after the war, Mary and Rose Aubrey have found success as accomplished pianists. In spite of their travels and material rewards, they remain apart from society. When their cherished cousin Rosamund surprises them by marrying a man they feel is beneath her, the sisters must reconsider what love means to them and how they can find a sense of spiritual wellbeing on their own, without the guidance of their family. Filled with thoughtful observations on romantic and filial love, West&’s final chronicle of the Aubreys deftly draws readers into her endearing characters&’ most intimate story yet.
Cousins
by Virginia HamiltonCammy&’s only trouble in life is a cousin named Patty Ann who overshadows her in every way—until suddenly, Patty Ann is no longer around Cammy has a happy life and a great family, except for one little problem: a cousin who thinks she&’s better than everyone else. It&’s true that Patty Ann is beautiful, talented, and bright, but to Cammy she&’s also vain, conceited, and mean-spirited. Sometimes Cammy wishes that Patty Ann would disappear, just vanish in a puff of smoke. But when the unthinkable happens and Patty Ann is lost forever, Cammy struggles to atone for her bad feelings toward someone so close.
Cousins!: A Big Family Story
by Laura LavoieA bright, funny, and feel-good picture book about how families come together and celebrate their differences, perfect for fans of Shh! We Have a Plan! and The Secret Society of Aunts and Uncles.Today is going to be the best day ever. It’s the big family barbecue, Grandma June’s house is big and bustling, and best of all there are… Cousins!Cousins always dress to impress, whether it’s strutting the runway, playing baseball, navigating the Seven Seas— Oh no! A Mississippi Mud Pie slide!Sometimes cousins don’t get along, but it’s a good thing they can share: spooky stories, late-night snacks, and secret that they’ll only tell… Cousins!
Cowboy Bold (Longhorn Canyon #1)
by Carolyn BrownWith her sassy humor and sexy cowboys, USA Today bestseller Carolyn Brown launches her new Longhorn Canyon series. One city girl, one die-hard rancher, and eight mischievous kids. What could go wrong? Every summer Cade Maguire looks forward to opening his Longhorn Canyon Ranch to underprivileged city kids. But this year, he's having no luck finding a counselor for the children -- until Retta Palmer walks through his door. Flat broke after selling everything she owns to pay her father's medical bills, Retta is thrilled to hear of an opening for a counselor position. She's not as thrilled about the ranching part, or the sexy cowboy with beautiful blue eyes who's her new boss. After being left at the altar two years before by his fiance, Cade isn't sure he can take another heartbreak. And Retta isn't even sure she wants to stay. But the sparks between them are absolutely undeniable. And with a couple of lovable kids and two elderly folks playing matchmaker, Cade and Retta may find that the best way to heal is with each other. "Cowboy Bold is the start of an amazing new series by an author who really knows how to hook her readers with sexy cowboys, strong women, a bunch of humor, and a stellar story. ...Everything about this book is a roaring good time."-Harlequin Junkie, Top Pick
Cowboy Brave: Two full books for the price of one (Longhorn Canyon #3)
by Carolyn BrownGet double the feel-good fun with an all-new book from the Queen of Cowboy Romance, plus a bonus novel by A. J. Pine. This city girl's about to get a dose of cowboy charm. Emily Baker doesn't rough it -- anymore. Born and raised on a farm, she's worked hard to distance herself from that life, thank you very much. But when the seniors at the nursing home where she works beg for a ranch retreat, she caves and heads up to the Longhorn Canyon spread. With one glance at the sexy cowboy who opens the door, she's suddenly thinking a week with him might not be so bad after all.Justin Maguire doesn't quite know what to do with the gorgeous woman who shows up on his doorstep. She's all curves and confidence-even after stepping in a cow pile. Too bad she's determined not to fall for a cowboy. But with the help of five nosy, matchmaking seniors, he might just convince her he's worth the risk.SECOND CHANCE COWBOY by A. J. PineOnce a cowboy, always a cowboy! Jack Everett can handle working on the ranch, but turning around the failing vineyard he's also inherited? That requires working with the woman he never expected to see again.
Cowboy Come Home: A steamy, wild ride for any modern romance lover! (Once Upon A Time In Texas #2)
by Carly BloomCowboy Come Home is Carly Bloom's new sexy Western romance. Perfect for fans of Harper Sloan, Kelly Elliott, Diana Palmer, Jennifer Ryan and Jessica Clare.Welcome to Big Verde, Texas, where a love-'em-and-leave-'em cowboy faces his greatest challenge yet - the woman he left behind. 'As always, Bloom's writing is hilarious, steamy, and really sweet' 5* review 'Honestly, I didn't want this book to end' 5* review 'Cowboy Come Home, just like its predecessor, is a romance for modern readers....I cannot wait for the next one!' 5* reviewSome cowboys aren't cut out to be Prince Charming - and Claire Kowalski knows that better than anyone. She gave her heart to Ford Jarvis two years ago, yet that didn't keep him from disappearing into the sunset. Now that he's back in Big Verde, Texas, she's determined not to make the same mistake twice. But the ruggedly sexy cowboy still knows how to push all her buttons, and avoiding him is nearly impossible when she needs his help.Ford didn't plan on returning home - ever - but when he hears that the Kowalski ranch is in trouble, he hightails it back to town. He's not eager to be reminded of the life he can never have, but his time in Big Verde is only temporary. He'll stay long enough to get the ranch up and running, then hit the road again. But when Ford finds out the new foreman he's training is Claire, still as stubborn and beautiful as ever, this cowboy is going to have to decide what matters most - repeating the mistakes of the past or fighting for a future with the only woman he's ever loved.*Includes Rocky Mountain Cowboy, a novella by Sara Richardson*Look out for more Once Upon a Time in Texas westerns, including Big Bad Cowboy, out now!Praise for Carly Bloom and Big Bad Cowboy:'Sexy, smart, sensational!' Lori Wilde, New York Times bestselling author 'Big Bad Cowboy is sweet and sexy!' Jennifer Ryan, New York Times bestselling author 'Fans of Susan Elizabeth Phillips will delight in this funny, optimistic, quirky contemporary' Publishers Weekly, starred review
Cowboy Daddy
by Angel SmitsHe loves them too much to stay Lane Beaumont has always loved Amanda Hawkins. If his life weren't such a mess he'd want much more than their current on-again, off-again relationship. But Amanda deserves a better life than he can offer. So when she gives birth to their son, Lane does the right thing and walks away. Amanda should be devastated. Except his reaction doesn't make sense. The Lane she knows would never turn his back on her or his responsibilities. Plus, she saw that cowboy's heart melt when he held their son. Something else is standing in the way of their happiness and she won't stop until she finds out what.
Cowboy Ghost
by Robert Newton PeckThe ride of a lifetime! The year is 1924 and the place is Florida's dusty and rugged "long" country. Sixteen-year-old Titus Timothy MacRobertson--"Tee"--can saddle up a wild mustang and round up stray beefs on his father's ranch with the best of them, but does he have what it takes to make it on a grueling cattle drive through the unpredictable Florida wilderness? Battered by a storm, then caught up in a roaring stampede, Tee is rip sawed by the raw edges of ranching. But he manages to hang proud--until fate lands one final blow, and Tee must find the courage to become the man no one but his brother, Micah, ever thought he could be.
Cowboy Grandma
by Sarah King Wendy AultCowboy grandma is the true story of Wendy Ault, who dreamt of being a cowboy and found her passion for it at 65. This message of the story is that it is never too late to follow your dreams.
Cowboy Honor: Includes a bonus novella (Longhorn Canyon #2)
by Carolyn BrownFrom the New York Times bestselling cowboy queen comes "a story that is sure to please fans" about a "slow-simmering romance" and the "simple pleasures of ranch life" (Publishers Weekly). Includes a bonus novella by Katie Lane! Patience was never one of her virtues. After her SUV runs off the road in the middle of a Texas blizzard and her cell stops working, Claire Mason is about to snap. Getting back home to Oklahoma with her four-year-old niece is top priority. And lucky for her, help comes in the form of a true Texas cowboy...Levi Jackson has always been a sucker for strays. So he can't help getting involved when he comes across Claire and her little niece shivering in the cold. By offering them a place to stay until her car is fixed, he can make sure the two are taken care of - and get to know the sassy Claire better.What starts as something awkward and temporary starts feeling cozier by the minute. And soon Levi is hoping he can convince Claire she has a permanent place in his heart.Plus, bonus story "O Little Town of Bramble" by Katie Lane!All Ethan Miller wants for Christmas is to celebrate in Bramble, Texas, with family and friends. But when his childhood neighbor comes home for the holiday, Ethan realizes that the girl-next-door could be the girl of his dreams.
Cowboy Roy (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)
by Cathy East Dubowski Mark DubowskiLittle Roy lives on a ranch. He can rope like a cowboy, and round up strays like a cowboy. But will he ever learn to "ride" a two-wheeler that is? This is a funny and very easy-to-read "yarn" for any young reader who dreams of the Wild West.
Cowboy Up: Coming Home Book 3 (Coming Home #3)
by Harper SloanCowboy Up is the third sultry novel in the Coming Home series from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Harper Sloan. Perfect for fans of Kelly Elliott, Diana Palmer, Jennifer Ryan and Maisey Yates.As the eldest Davis, Clayton takes his job as head of the family businesses seriously. And after a disastrous end to his last relationship, he's just fine with his quiet, solitary life. Most of the time. Then he meets cute, quirky, shy bookstore owner, Caroline Michaels. After escaping an abusive ex, Caroline is finally living for herself - and that includes indulging in a one-night stand with Clay Davis. But when she falls on hard times, Clay comes to her rescue, and Caroline realizes it'll be impossible to stay away from him. All she has to do is convince him to let go a little... Will Clay be able to give up the reins and finally settle down? And, more importantly, will Caroline muster enough courage to lasso him up? Want more rugged, charismatic cowboys? Don't miss the rest of this sizzling Texas-set series which began with Lost Rider.
Cowboy on My Mind: Includes a bonus novella (Montana Strong #1)
by R. C. RyanA heartwarming western romance about a cowboy who gets a second chance with his first love in the rugged beauty of the Montana mountains. . . Ben Monroe was the ultimate bad boy - and everyone in Haller Creek knew it. But now as a sheriff's deputy, Ben spends his time breaking up bar fights rather than starting them, and staying away from trouble...until Becca Henderson comes back into town. She's just as beautiful as Ben remembers - and just as far out of his reach.Coming home is exactly what Becca Henderson needed. A place of her own, a successful new business, and a chance to reconnect with the sexy cowboy she had a crush on in school. Ben has always blazed his own path and never let anyone stand in his way. It excites-and scares-her. But when an unexpected threat surfaces, Becca will see just how far Ben will go to protect the woman he loves-and fight for their chance at forever.Also includes the bonus novella Rocky Mountain Cowboy by Sara Richardson! Every reporter in the country wants an exclusive interview with chiseled Olympic heartthrob Jaden Alexander - nicknamed the "Snowboarding Cowboy." But only one of them has the easygoing charm - and breathtaking beauty - to knock Jaden off balance . . .
Cowboy to the Rescue (Meadow Valley)
by A.J. PineFrom "a fabulous storyteller" (Carolyn Brown, New York Times bestselling author) comes a western romance about a cowboy who isn't afraid to break the rules.All designer Ivy Serrano wants is a fresh start. But instead, her Meadow Valley homecoming includes an electrical fire, a trashed custom dress, and a very handsome fireman who knows how to push all her buttons. Lieutenant Carter Bowen may set off sparks of his own, but the last thing Ivy needs now is town gossip . . . or to risk loving another firefighter.New to small-town living, Carter is determined to prove himself, both at the station and at the fledgling dude ranch where he volunteers. That means no mistakes, no distractions, and definitely no Ivy. Yet there's something about the sassy shop owner that he just can't resist. As things heat up between them, Carter's more certain than ever that she's the one. But can he convince her they have a future worth fighting for?Look for the first novel in the all-new Meadow Valley series, MY ONE AND ONLY COWBOY, on sale December 2019!
Cowboy with a Cause (Cowboy Café)
by Carla Cassidy“A different take on small town life . . . a romance with an edge of suspense” from the New York Times–bestselling author of The Cowboy’s Claim (Fresh Fiction).“I’d apologize for kissing you, but I’m not all that sorry.”Dancer Melanie Brooks had escaped small-town Oklahoma, giving up the country for Broadway’s bright lights. Yet after her mother’s funeral called her back, her own health issues forced her to stay. Now her tenant, too-hot-for-his-own-good Adam Benson, is giving her a reason to dance again. But has a killer set his sights on her, too?Adam knows a little something about fresh starts. As for his beautiful neighbor, he doesn’t see a wheelchair—he sees a woman who understands. But as the heat grows between them, he can’t avoid the feeling that more than her big-city past haunts her—and that danger has been lurking, waiting to strike . . . From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Cowboy Café seriesBook 1: Her Cowboy DistractionBook 2: The Cowboy’s ClaimBook 3: Cowboy with a CauseBook 4: Confessing to the Cowboy
Cowboy's Legacy (The Montana Cahills #3)
by B. J. DanielsNothing will stop a Cahill cowboy from protecting what’s hisAfter a rocky marriage and even rockier divorce, Sheriff Flint Cahill finally has something good in his life again. Maggie Thompson’s down-to-earth charm and beautiful smile hooked him from the start. When she disappears on the day they plan to start their lives together, all signs point to abduction—and his ex-wife.Functioning on adrenaline and instinct, Flint must call on his every resource to bring Maggie home before it’s too late. His past and future are blurred. Maggie’s only chance at surviving her abductor and a raging winter storm depends on an old vendetta that could destroy it all. But the Cahills don’t give up easily, and Flint’s love will have to be strong enough to conquer anything, including the unimaginable.
Cowboys Never Cry
by Tina WellingCowboys are NOT her weakness-until she meets the right one-in this funny, wise, romantic novel about women and cowboys, both real and imagined. Cassie Danner doesn't swoon over cowboys. A young widow with a still- mending heart, she seeks solace in her new summer job as cook on a Wyoming dude ranch. How ironic that she ends up tussling with Robbin McKeag, the ranch owner's son and a superstar celebrity for having played iconic cowboys on the big screen. Disillusioned with fame, Robbin has retreated to his dad's ranch to reconnect with the land. But there's something about Cassie that gets his goat. And Cassie can't help but be drawn to Robbin as he struggles to become a better man. Are they about to play out a classic romance, or will the cowboy mystique and charm wear off? .
Cowgirl Morning
by Bryn FlemingCassie doesn’t like living on a ranch—there's always chores to do! Even her sister, Fran, thinks she is too lazy to help on the ranch. When the neighbor’s bull escapes, will Cassie be able to help?
Cowlick! (Deluxe Golden Book)
by Christin Ditchfield Rosalind Beardshaw. . . She comes in the middle of the night, when everyone is sleeping. When she sees a smooth little head on a pillow, she can't resist giving it a cow kiss--sluuurrrp! Cowlick! gives young readers an imaginative and playful explanation for the "bedhead" that afflicts us all!