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An Amish Love to Remember: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Amy GrochowskiCan she build a futureon a forgotten past? When Aubrey Burkholder woke from dental surgery on her sixteenth birthday with severe amnesia, she lost valuable memories—including those involving Amish carpenter Jake Brenneman, the boy she loved. Fifteen years later, Jake is back in Virginia with his two orphaned nephews in tow, hoping to start anew. When Aubrey offers him a temporary job restoring her family&’s sunflower farm in exchange for caring for the boys, she senses there's something significant about Jake that her family is keeping from her. As Jake&’s job at the farm comes to an end, will Aubrey&’s heart finally recall what her mind has forgotten?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
An Amish Man of Ice Mountain (Ice Mountain #2)
by Kelly LongA desperate woman finds sanctuary—and the possibility of love—in a little Amish community: &“Engaging characters and sweet romance.&” —Publishers Weekly Joseph King has good reasons to work an oil rig far from his beloved Ice Mountain . . . and to mind his own business. He hopes to protect his younger brother Edward from worldly influences. And maybe he can finally forget how yielding to temptation forced him to leave home in disgrace. Still, no honorable Amish man would let Priscilla Allen and her four-year-old daughter remain homeless, living out of their car. And how can he not be drawn to the feisty waitress&’s bravery and hidden strength? Offering Priscilla a home on Ice Mountain as his wife-in-name-only gives her a place to start again. For Joseph, it&’s also an unexpected chance to regain his reputation and standing in the community. But Priscilla&’s warmth, caring, and determination to adjust to Amish society are renewing Joseph&’s long-buried hope. Now as his guilt and her wrenching secrets threaten the fragile trust growing between them, they will need the riskiest of miracles to put the past to rest—and fulfill a promise only love and renewed faith can bring. &“Kelly understands the human heart and writes about it with beauty and resonance.&” —Beth Wiseman
An Amish Market: Four Novellas
by Kathleen Fuller Amy Clipston Vannetta Chapman Kelly IrvinAll the color and variety of a quaint Amish shop in a charming collection of novellas by four of your favorite authors. Feel free to come in and browse! Love Birds by Amy Clipston While Ellie Lapp and her mother are still mourning the loss of her brother, Seth, Ellie starts working at one of the gift shops in town. Seth's friend Lloyd is talented at carving wooden birds, but his father disapproves and expects him to take over the family farm someday. Ellie sees the beauty in Lloyd's creations and insists Lloyd sell the birds in the gift shop where she works. As Ellie and Lloyd spend more time together, they begin to develop feelings for one another, but she accidentally betrays his trust. Will she lose any hope of a future with him? 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 and barely even glances her way, despite any hope to the contrary. 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? Sweeter Than Honey by Kelly Irvin Shattering a jar of pickled beets wasn't the impression Isabella hoped to make on her first trip to the local Combination Store of Bee County, Texas. But as embarrassed as she was by the accident, she didn't think it warranted the frosty reaction from the handsome manager of the store, Will Glick. As she soon learns, though, Will's heart has been broken one too many times. And now, for some reason, Isabella finds herself determined to be the one to repair that broken heart and renew his faith in love. Love in Store by Vannetta Chapman Stella Schrock works at the Old Mill in Nappanee, Indiana, with new employee David Stoltzfus, a recent widower. When strange happenings begin occurring around town, it appears as if someone wants to close the mill. Stella and David have to work together to solve the mystery of what is happening at the Old Amish Mill, and in the process they might just find that God has more in store for their future than they would ever have dreamed possible.
An Amish Marriage
by Emma Miller Mindy SteeleA union of strangersCourting His Amish Wife by Emma Miller When Levi Miller learns Eve Summy will be forced to marry her would-be attacker or get shunned, he marries her instead. Now husband and wife, but complete strangers, they must figure out how to live together in harmony. But with Levi&’s family questioning the motives for their surprise wedding, getting to know each other—and possibly finding love along the way—is harder than they expected.His Amish Wife's Hidden Past by Mindy SteeleEnglischer Hannah Raber will do anything to protect her children when they are sent into witness protection—even marry her late husband&’s brother. Learning to be an Amish wife is a big adjustment, especially since she&’s determined to keep an emotional distance. But as her girls bond with Daniel, Hannah can&’t help but wonder if strangers from different worlds can turn a convenient marriage into a forever love…2 Uplifting Stories Courting His Amish Wife and His Amish Wife's Hidden Past
An Amish Marriage Agreement: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Patrice LewisAn unexpected family Might be what they need to heal. Amish basket-maker Olivia Bontrager moves to Montana looking for a fresh start…and finds instead her sister&’s abandoned baby on her doorstep. Determined to give her niece a stable life, she accepts help from handyman Andrew Eicher, who offers a shocking proposal: a marriage of convenience. Now, after long resigning herself to spinsterhood, Olivia suddenly has the home and family she&’s always yearned for, and Andrew&’s betrayed heart slowly begins to open up again. But when Olivia&’s sister reappears and jeopardizes the happiness they&’ve found, will they be brave enough to fight for the future they both want?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
An Amish Marriage of Convenience (Surprised by Love #4)
by Rachel J. GoodIn Rachel J. Good&’s sweetly romantic inspirational series, a bustling Green Valley Farmer&’s Market in Pennsylvania is the perfect place for residents of nearby Amish communities to find the partner of their dreams—when, and how, they least expect it! Will appeal to fans of Charlotte Hubbard, Amy Lillard, and Jennifer Beckstrand. When widower Stephen Lapp moves his five children from New York State to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, his only plan is to buy his family&’s farm stand, Lapp&’s Pastured Pork. That way, his brother can move closer to his fiancée and open his own stand. But on Stephen&’s first trip to the market, his brave act of kindness nearly ends in catastrophe—until strong-willed Nettie Hartzler saves him—and makes an impression he can&’t forget . . . A widow with private heartaches of her own, Nettie has no interest in getting involved with any man, though she doesn&’t discourage their respective children&’s new friendships—despite Stephen&’s contentious oldest daughter. But when Nettie runs into serious money worries and Stephen proposes a marriage of convenience, she&’s distressed and conflicted. She&’s come to know Stephen&’s gentle heart and generous soul, and she can&’t believe he&’ll want her if she reveals the sins of her past. God has His own plans for the faithful, however, and this time they may include a second chance at love . . .
An Amish Match
by Jo Ann BrownA Convenient Wedding With a baby on the way, a toddler son to care for and a run-down farm, Amish widow Rebekah Burkholder is worried for her family's future. So when a kind, hardworking Amish widower with three children proposes marriage for sensible reasons, Rebekah accepts. She'll oversee Joshua Stoltzfus's household, be a loving mother to his children and try to reach his rebellious teenager. Joshua will make a wonderful father to her young son and the little one soon to be born. But as Rebekah unexpectedly falls for her new husband, dare she hope that Joshua will reopen his heart to love, too?
An Amish Match for Christmas
by Patricia Davids Emma MillerAn unexpected Christmas giftAn Amish Wife for Christmas by Patricia Davids Bethany 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?Her Surprise Christmas Courtship by Emma Miller Handsome Amish men like Elden Yoder don&’t fall for big girls like Millie Koffman, so she&’s sure he bid on her charity-auction cake by mistake. Only it&’s all part of Elden&’s plan to woo his pretty neighbor—and put his failed engagement behind him. But as the past threatens their new courtship, can they overcome their own insecurities…and find love for Christmas?USA TODAY Bestselling Author Patricia Davids2 Uplifting Stories An Amish Wife for Christmas and Her Surprise Christmas Courtship
An Amish Match on Ice Mountain (Ice Mountain #5)
by Kelly LongA fireman returns to his Amish home—with an unexpected guest:&“Kelly understands the human heart and writes about it with beauty and resonance.&”—Beth Wiseman, author of A Picture of LoveAn Amish homecoming… Disgrace drove Stephen Lambert from Ice Mountain, but honor drives him back to his Amish home. After rescuing a pregnant young woman from a burning house, the rugged firefighter knows the remote Amish mountain community is the only place Ella Nichols will be safe. Abandoned by the father of her child, the brave Englischer beauty needs him like no one before. Determined to protect her, Stephen claims the unborn babe as his own—and prepares to return to the town, and the family, that once falsely accused him… From the moment she is saved from peril by Stephen&’s strong arms, Ella feels sheltered, nurtured. How else could she agree to sequester herself on Ice Mountain, among the Plain folk there, but for the promise of Stephen&’s loving protection? But as she steps deeper into his world and discovers his haunting secrets, Ella longs to heal the heart of the man who has captured hers forever… &“[Long&’s writing] 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 &“Long&’s writing style is smooth and engaging, her characters true to the period yet timeless in their hopes and flaws and personal battles.&” —USA Today
An Amish Miracle: Three Amish Novellas
by Beth Wiseman Ruth Reid Mary EllisFrom bestselling authors in the Amish genre come three sweet stories of romance and miracles. Always Beautiful by Beth WisemanBecky Byler is eighteen and overweight. She is overwhelmed by the embarrassment she feels when comparing herself to other girls her age. Having lost all hope, she considers taking her own life. As she stands before rushing water, unable to swim, Becky begs God for a miracle. In just several months, Becky sees her prayers answered as food and temptation lose their hold over her. She&’s finally pleased with how she looks, but does she like the person she has become? And has the man she has dreamed of been right beside her all along, loving her exactly as she is?Always His Providence by Ruth ReidWidow Rosa Hostetler has one month to pay her delinquent taxes before the county auctions her farm. She&’s prepared to sell whatever is necessary to pay the lien, but she isn&’t willing to request money from the community&’s widow fund. She&’s embarrassed and refuses to admit she needs help. Rosa depends on income from selling eggs, but when that income is threatened, only a miracle can help Rosa accept the kindness of a neighbor.Always in My Heart by Mary EllisHope Bowman believes God is punishing her for giving up her firstborn son when she was a teenager. She&’s hidden this secret from her husband, who is thankful for their daughters but longs for a son. Hope prays desperately, but the son God sends her isn&’t a new baby but the fifteen-year-old boy she gave up years ago. Sweet Amish novellas with happily-ever-aftersBook length: 75,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubsIncludes Old-Order Amish recipes
An Amish Mother for His Child: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Amish Country Matches #4)
by Patricia JohnsShe&’ll make the ideal mother… But could she be his perfect match? Marrying a virtual stranger gives Verna Kauffman almost everything she&’s ever wanted—a husband, a daughter…and a list of childcare rules. Despite Adam Lantz&’s strict standards and formal demeanor, Verna is determined to turn their convenient arrangement into a happy union. But when their growing relationship is challenged, can they overcome their opposite views of marriage to discover what they really need is each other?From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Amish Country Matches Book 1: The Amish Matchmaking DilemmaBook 2: Their Amish SecretBook 3: The Amish Marriage ArrangementBook 4: An Amish Mother for His Child
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 Chance Romance (Surprised by Love)
by Rachel J. GoodFrom stunning handmade crafts to fresh-picked produce and mouthwatering baked goods, Lancaster, Pennsylvania&’s Green Valley Farmers Market offers sweet surprises every day—including the chance to make new friends, find community—and even discover a forever kind of happiness . . .Cathy Zehr prides herself on her skilled donut-making—and on her plain speaking. After all, talking about others&’ failings is only telling the honest truth—and it might prevent others from making the same mistakes. But gossiping has made her an alt maidel—someone never courted to be a wife. And she&’s finally at a loss for more than words when she must care for her ailing brother's young sons. To find out what not to do, she turns to reserved woodworker Myron King, a bachelor who raised his orphaned niece and nephew. His advice proves invaluable—plus, Cathy discovers they have much in common. Yet she fears their growing closeness will never overcome her deep trauma—much less lead to love . . .Myron is taken aback by Cathy&’s request—yet he&’s also intrigued. Perhaps confessing his parenting regrets will ease some of his guilt. Still, he&’s surprised when Cathy truly listens to him, even softening her blunt manner. Myron is even more surprised by his growing attraction to her—despite his fears about risking heartbreak again. But when their deepest secrets suddenly collide, can faith, forgiveness, and courage unite their longing hearts?