Elsie by diane mitchell (1 Review)    Price verified 48 minutes ago

The story opens in England, in the west country, in 1860. It follows the life of the main character, twelve years old Elsie Brown, as she struggles to support her family when tragedy strikes. Over the coming years Elsie experiences many setbacks, but never loses sight of her main purpose in life, to ensure her family survives.

Genre: Family Life

A Right To Be Free by Diane Mitchell (22 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Beginning in 1930 the story centres on the life of six year old George Daniels, growing up with his brother and sister in a tied cottage. On Christmas Eve George is eagerly anticipating his birthday party, but a tragic accident decimates his family. Struggling to cope with what life throws at him in the years following, George finds a kindred spirit in Lottie, but her unexpected disappearance almost destroys him. When a chance meeting with a dedicated young social worker encourages him not to give up, he sets out in search of the happiness which has eluded him for most of his life.

Genre: Family Life

Fairlyden by Gwen Kirkwood (434 Reviews)    Price verified 3 minutes ago

'Romance with a capital R.' - Manchester Evening News It is nineteenth century Scotland and change is on the way. Sandy Logan is a man of his word and when Mattie Camerson's father dies, he intends to honour his promise to marry her. But dark forces are at work and Mattie finds herself betrothed to the son of cruel Jacob Reevil. Before the marriage can take place, Jacob and his son corner Mattie alone in the shed. Sandy comes to her rescue, but his actions have terrible consequences and he and Mattie are forced to flee. They trek for many miles and eventually find refuge at the rundown farm of Fairlyden, nestling in a peaceful valley. Mattie quickly wins the heart of its owner, Daniel Munro who needs to produce an heir or else Fairlyden will fall into the hands of the unscrupulous Earl of Strathtod. Mattie and Sandy work hard on the farm to make a living and to restore the fertility of the land but Mattie is still haunted by the Reevils. To escape her betrothal, Mattie must be wed before the Reevils can find her. So Daniel comes to Mattie with a proposal: Marry him and escape her fate. Mattie and Sandy have loved each other since they were children, but Mattie fears he is only marrying her to appease her dead father. Will Mattie accept Munro's offer? Will she choose her childhood sweetheart, Sandy? Or will the Reevils make the decision for her? Fairlyden is a charming romance set against the scenic backdrop of Scotland's wild and rugged landscape. Praise for Fairlyden: "Romance with a capital R." - Manchester Evening News "A dramatic period tale set in the villages and countryside of Lowland Scotland." - Fife Free Press "An enjoyable family saga of life in nineteenth century Scotland, when country people lived close to starvation and were subject to the whim of the laird." - South Hams Free Press Gwen Kirkwood is the author of sixteen Scottish novels and six shorter romantic novellas, including A Question of Love, The Wary Heart and A New ...

Genre: Family Life

Rich Wife Poor Husband: A Billionaire Son in Law Romance, Volume 7 by Eva Nash (7 Reviews)    Price verified 20 hours ago

A troubled rich wife and poor husband yearns for a shot at redemption in this heartbreaking yet hopeful story from Eva Nash. The Lesters were killed in one night! Clarence Lester was saved by a college girl on his way to escape. In return for his kindness, he becomes the superfluous son-in-law of The Burnetts, who are unaware of his true identity and treat him with hardship and insult. Suddenly, one day, he finds himself and the whole world trembles... "If you like Pride and Prejudice, Sense And Sensibility, and Billionaire Romance, you won't be able to put down the compulsively addictive Rich Wife Poor Husband series." "Go up and click Read Now or Buy Now to find out what happens when rich woman bringing her poor husband home to meet her rich family."

Genre: Family Life

Our Story: an Away From Here Prequel by Christopher Harlan (50 Reviews)    Price verified 20 hours ago

Set a year before the events in the upcoming full length, bestselling novel Away From Here: A Young Adult Novel--Our Story is a brief, free prequel that introduces some of the characters you'll come to know and love in Away From Here, and includes some early chapters of the book. Logan is your standard mixed up mixed kid, a high school junior who's just trying to navigate the stresses of school, the future, a mentally ill Mom who he has to take care of, and the intense feelings of love that's he's experiencing for the first time. Along the way he'll seek advice from his best friend and loyal sidekick Pete, and do his best to talk to the beautiful and complex Annalise, the goddess in human form who Logan meets for the first time in these pages. Including the first two chapters of Away From Here for free, Our Story introduces the themes of adolescence, first loves, and the challenges of living with mental illness that will make you remember the whirlwind of being a teenager. #potato #loganandannalise #kidsofsickparentsclub

Genre: Family Life

The Still Point: Sneak Peek by Tammy Greenwood (Kensington Books) (27 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition before the full length novel comes out! Black Swan meets Little Fires Everywhere in award-winning author Tammy Greenwood's addictive new novel of suburban noir set in the hyper-competitive world of ballet girls and their mothers as they compete for a prestigious prize... "She had never seen Bea dance like this. Ever sat spellbound as her daughter grew from a little girl into a woman before her eyes... " Ever, Lindsay, and Josie have ushered their daughters -- Bea, Olive, and Savvy -- through years of dance classes in their coastal California town. They've tended bloodied feet, stitched ribbons to countless pairs of pointe shoes, and in the process, forged friendships that seem to transcend rivalry. But now Etienne Bernay, enfant terrible of French ballet, has come to their conservatory. Not only will he direct this year's production of The Nutcracker, but he's brought along a film crew to document his search for one special student who will receive a full scholarship to the Ballet de Paris Academie. For the girls, this is the chance to fulfill lifelong dreams. For Ever, recently widowed and struggling financially, it may be the only way to keep Bea dancing. And Bea is a truly gifted dancer -- poetic and ethereal, breathtaking to watch. Lindsay, meanwhile, frets that Olive is growing tired of the punishing reality of training, while Josie has no such qualms about Savvy, who is a powerhouse of ambition. From auditions to casting to rehearsals, the cameras capture the selection process, with its backstabbing and jealousy, disappointment and triumph. But it's behind the scenes that Bernay's arrival will yield the most shocking revelations, exposing the secrets and lies at the heart of all three families -- and the sacrifices women make for their children, for friendship, and for art.

Genre: Family Life

Karen's Best Friend by Laura Jane Leigh (113 Reviews)    Price verified 21 hours ago

Karen is a young widow, still mourning her husband ten months after his death. Financial difficulties force her to work long hours at a job she hates. The one bright spot in her life is her little daughter, Cindi. One morning, Karen decides to pick herself up and start again. The first step is to go back to college. If she finishes her degree, she can have the career she wants, as a teacher of French. The problem is: she can't afford to take time off, unless she finds a cheaper place to live. A solution arrives in the form of her old friend, Jim. He's on a tight budget, too, and he needs someone to share his apartment. Karen foresees difficulties, if she moves in with a man. Jim, though, reassures her. There's no chemistry, no spark. It should be easy to live together as "just friends." Thinking matters over, Karen agrees. After all, Jim is the kind of man she calls a "Mr Nice Guy" -- good-natured and funny, but not physically attractive. Soon she and her daughter have settled in. Life is pleasant, but dull, until the employment agency calls with an ideal assignment: six days at a legal conference in Venice. In that dream-like city, she meets Mark Lebrun, a man she sees as a fairy-tale prince. Handsome and rich, he makes life easy for Karen. Unfortunately, her friend, Manon, dislikes him. And Karen herself begins to notice flaws in his character. But she confronts Mark and he promises to change. In the meantime, Jim has been dating Manon. She encourages him to lose weight and work out at the gym. Soon women begin to notice him. And Karen is one of them. As problems worsen with Mark, she wonders: has she been looking for love in the wrong place? And when she decides what she really wants, will it be too late?

Genre: Family Life

Sisters of Fortune: Sneak Peek: A Novel of the Titanic by Anna Lee Huber (Kensington Books) (6 Reviews)    Price verified 21 hours ago

Be one of the first to read this sneak preview sample edition before the full length novel comes out! Based on the true story of the Fortune sisters, three young women each at a crossroads when they boarded the RMS Titanic in the spring of 1912 -and how that maiden voyage would transform their lives in profound and unexpected ways. Fans of The Second Mrs. Astor by Shana Abé and Patricia Falvey's The Titanic Sisters will be captivated as USA Today bestselling author Anna Lee Huber expertly weaves real historical figures and events into this vivid, surprising, emotionally powerful novel about the longing for independence and love -- and the moments that irrevocably change even the best laid plans... "Lush with sumptuous historical details and riveting as the events of that fateful voyage unfurl, readers will love this one!" -- Madeline Martin, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Keeper of Hidden Books and The Last Bookshop in London "Vividly detailed and painstakingly researched, Sisters of Fortune threads fact and fiction into a compelling story." -- Bryn Turnbull, author of The Paris Deception and The Woman Before Wallis "Filled with luscious detail of the Titanic's maiden voyage and spot on depictions of its many passengers, from the grand to the ridiculous... absolutely riveting until the very last page!" -- Shelley Noble, New York Times Bestselling author of The Tiffany Girls April,1912: It's the perfect finale to a Grand Tour of Europe -- sailing home on the largest, most luxurious ocean liner ever built. For the Fortune sisters, the voyage offers a chance to reflect on the treasures of the past they've seen -- magnificent castles and museums in Italy and France, the ruins of Greece and the Middle East -- and contemplate the futures that await them. For Alice, there's foreboding mixed with her excitement. A fortune teller in Egypt gave her a dire warning about traveling at sea. And the freedom she has enjoyed on her travels contrasts with her ...

Genre: Family Life

"You'll be Sorry!" by John Miller (220 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Lisa and Mark have known each other since they were eight. Bullies brought them together, and a stray dog might change their lives, their dreams, and their future... "I said you were not getting past us." Sam began to laugh. Just as Mark stood up again he heard a voice come from behind him. "Leave him alone!" What now? He turned and noticed a small girl standing there. She was about Mark's age, eight or so, standing there pointing her finger at Sam and Bobby Jenkins. Sam just scowled at her and then they both laughed. "What are you going to do about it?" What happened next was a shock even to an eight-year-old boy. She said, "You'll be sorry." .

Genre: Family Life

Anywhere Else: A Very Short Story by Kristy Tate (6 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Madeline sneaks into her estranged husband's home with a burning for retaliation. What she finds in a locked closet forever changes her mind, her heart, and her future. This is a very short story of a marriage and a life that ended too soon.

Genre: Family Life

Harvest Moon Homecoming (Sweet Haven Farm Sweet Small Town Romance Book 1) by Jessie Gussman (579 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Frustrations and tensions fly amid adversaries turned partners in this fun and sweet romance. When the high school's float explodes five days before the National Farmer's Day parade, Principal Calvin Finkenbinder sees his chance at the promotion to Superintendent disintegrate. Unless he enlists the help of Ellie Bright, the most annoying, disorganized and kissable woman he knows. Standing in Principal Fink's office, again, for driving her daughter to school late, again, Ellie is given two odious choices. Either her straight A daughter receives detention for another tardy that's not her fault, or Ellie uses her artistic skills and helps the uptight, stringent principal build a new float. As they scramble to construct the float in time, Ellie's chaotic life collides with Fink's methodical plans. A tangle of arguments and decorations leads to a stolen kiss. Underneath their long established animosity is an unexpected passion that threatens to ruin more than just a school float. Reviews for Harvest Moon Homecoming: " This book made me laugh out loud and left me smiling. I loved Fink and Ellie's story. Throw in the kids and you have a captivating read that I read straight through." - MJ "I loved the humor Jussie Gussman infuses this rom-com with! The antics of the characters will keep you rolling. Somehow I see myself in this book but I won't say which character I'm most like." - Reid "Reading her stories is about like riding a rollercoaster or a wild bull. You never know what's coming next or what's around the next turn." - Jim "Jessie always comes through with a great storyline and engaging characters." - Jill "Wow! This book starts out with a bang! Talk about opposites attracting! This book has it. " - Kim Books in the Sweet Haven Farm series: • Harvest Moon Homecoming • Better Together • Just Right • Anything for You

Genre: Family Life

Luke Hamill: Before Faithful Falls-A Short Story Prequel (Faithful Falls Series) by Elle Linder (Ocean Dreams Publishing) (6 Reviews)    Price verified 33 minutes ago

Semper Fi and honor above all else Luke Hamill, staunch in his convictions, is a family man who will go to any length to preserve his marriage, even leave his beloved Marines. After his final tour of duty, his life is upended by the two people he trusted most. Now, a new course is set, one that takes him to Faithful Falls, Idaho. In this prequel to Stay With Me, Julia, discover what drove Luke to leave all that he knows, and discover Faithful Falls. Even though the road ahead is bumpy, it leads Luke to abundant love and a strong community beyond the horizon. Meet some friendly, unique locals and get comfy in the little tourist town, where those destined to together prove love is stronger than any obstacles life throws their way.

Genre: Family Life

Someone Like You: Escape with this perfect uplifting romance (Swept Away By You Book 1) by Tracy Corbett (Canelo Escape) (170 Reviews)    Price verified 21 hours ago

'Another delicious romance from Tracy Corbett. It's fun, quirky and delightfully romantic.' Rosanna Ley, author of From Venice with Love What happens on holiday doesn't always stay on holiday... When mousy factory-worker Lilith Monroe meets gorgeous Will Taylor on holiday, she reinvents herself as Lily, a risk-taking costume designer extraordinaire. What's the harm in a few white lies when she'll never see Will again? Back in England, Will can't stop thinking about Lily. When his events company needs a costume designer last minute for the Royal Windsor Festival, it's like fate is knocking on his door. He can hire Lily and see if the spark is still there. Except he hasn't been entirely honest with Lily... Can a holiday fling become something more, or are there too many untruths between Lilith and Will? A gorgeously uplifting romance for fans of Portia MacIntosh and Trisha Ashley. Praise for Someone Like You 'I loved this book and devoured the whole thing in one day. It's one of those stories which is so realistic, romantic, and funny, that surely someone is going to want to turn it into a movie. One for fans of Sophie Kinsella' ????? Reader review 'This is truly a wonderful romantic story. I enjoyed this book to pieces! I smiled through most of it, teared up a time or two, and highly recommend this book to anyone.' ????? Reader review 'Love a bit of romance and this book ticked all the boxes, thoroughly enjoyable read with likeable characters and a good background' ????? Reader review 'What a treat this story was. At the beginning of the story I was in tears and by the end I had a huge smile on my face. This book has the ultimate feel good factor about it.' ????? Reader review

Genre: Family Life

The Baby and the Batman: a very short story (Baby Claire Story Snack Book 2) by H. L. Burke (27 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

A toddler attempts to negotiate the perfect Halloween costume in spite of her limited communication skills. A short story, only about 1000 words Contains a sample chapter of the author's novella "Thaddeus Whiskers and the Dragon."

Genre: Family Life

The House In The Wood by Paul Addy (9 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

A short story for kids aged 6 to 9yrs: 'Moopah and Fabby' live on a hill with three cuddly and sometimes talkative toys. When the grandchildren, Chloé and younger brother Evan, come to visit it's not long before the children discover the little house in the wood and make friends with Sebi and his Grandpa. Apart from Mondays when it rains, there's warm sun, grassy fields, games and exploring to keep them occupied until the idyllic summer ends with a startling conclusion. Review: This is an imaginative story which youngsters will be able to read for themselves and become caught up in as it is rather different to the normal stories for this age group. The book is a perfect length for young readers and it will undoubtedly spark off discussions about the plot and the interesting premise of the story. Anne Pritchard

Genre: Family Life

In Love With The Enemy: A Short Story by Ann Major (Major Press) (31 Reviews)    Price verified 20 hours ago

"No one provides hotter emotional fireworks than the fiery Ann Major." Romantic Times In this passionate short story (50 pages), lonely, high-flying business-woman Kate Karlington is set to repossess everything Keith Jones owns, and is, therefore, his enemy. But when she meets rough, unsophisticated Jones and his little boy, she realizes all that is missing in her life. Grief-stricken, widower Keith Jones doesn't know that the only men who have ever pursued Kate are fortune-hunters. When she offers him a job, he's not tempted by her wealth, but because he's obsessed solely by her. (Readers who enjoy this short story might like to read The Baby Machine: A Novella, which tells these characters' story in full.) Praise for Ann Major: "Ann Major's name on the cover instantly identifies the book as a good read." -New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown "Want it all? Read Ann Major." -New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts Reviews of her soon to be republished TEXAS: CHILDREN OF DESTINY series: DESTINY'S CHILD (book 2) This excellent story is intense and emotionally involving. -- Rendezvous, September 1988 NIGHT CHILD (book 3) A powerful story that is as equally compelling, intense and emotional as the first two. The entire trilogy offers a wonderful reading experience. -- KW Rendezvous NIGHT CHILD (book 3) Ann Major's stunning conclusion to her Children of Destiny series, NIGHT CHILD (4+) powerfully blends romance and danger... The fiery romance will win a reserved spot on many a bookshelf. -- Romantic Times Magazine WILDERNESS CHILD (book 4) What a terrific story! The dialogue is fast-paced and snappy, the storyline is exciting, the characterization is great and the love scenes singe the pages. -- KW Rendezvous SCANDAL'S CHILD (book 5) SCANDAL'S CHILD is a terrific story that is passionate and intense with some wonderful characterizations. Garret's Cajun mystique makes him a perfect Man of the Month and this story a super ...

Genre: Family Life

One Night of Love by Izzibella Beau (Beverly Rose Productions) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Even though she was lavished with vacations, presents, and a luxurious lifestyle, all Bobbi Jo wanted was a baby with her husband, Danial. But after several years of trying, they were running out of luck. Danial was older and always on business trips with the family-owned company. Yes, Bobbi Jo knew he had extramarital affairs, but each time, he promised never to do that to them again. One night while Danial was on a business adventure, Bobbi Jo took another home pregnancy test, only to receive another negative result. She needed to escape, and even though it was pouring rain, she took a drive to think and not be haunted by the test. On her drive, she picks up a stranger, Arian, walking in the rain. They got to talking and felt an instant attraction. Bobbi Jo left Arian off at his house and was going to return to her own home when she found the road was blocked because of flooding. With no other place to go, she returned to Arian's and spent the night. One night full of passion she never knew with Danial. The next morning, Bobbi Jo returns home without leaving Arian any forwarding address. She wanted and needed to forget what she did and go on with her life with Danial. Will Bobbi Jo be able to forget Arian? Will Arian find Bobbi Jo? Will Danial find out about his wife's one night love affair?

Genre: Family Life

Eddy and the Tidepools: a sweet summer short story by Kellyn Roth (Wild Blue Wonder Press) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Eddy doesn't want to disobey his mom, exactly, but how come he can't go swimming with his big brothers? If they won't include him, he'll go on an adventure of his own.

Genre: Family Life

Martine: Short Family Drama by Kimolisa Mings (12 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Martine Carter has the perfect life. She is a Junior Professor in the Foreign Language Dept. of a community college. She has a loving husband and two daughters who are a handful but the loves of her life, but Martine has a secret. A secret from her past has come looking for her and she now has to figure out how to make him a part of her life.

Genre: Family Life

Love, Lost & Found : Hey Dad!! Will You Marry My Mom? by Vishnu Mithinti (Notion Press) (6 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

What happens there changes her life totally. She gets into an altercation with a middle-aged man who comes in to help her. On realizing that he is indeed a decent man, she starts to like him and wants him to marry her mother; only she does not realize that he is actually her fa-ther, whom she does not recognize and even hates to the core. Though he knows that he is her father, he cannot tell her for a reason. They accompany each other to India, where she wishes that he and her mother fall in love. Unknowing of their ever-present love, she gets involved in the hide and seek between the three of them interestingly in Love, Lost and Found.

Genre: Family Life

Kissing Secret Santa: A Sweet Holiday Romance Novel (Christmas Sisters Book 1) by Emily Josephine (JEB Publications) (318 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

Snuggle up in front of a blazing fire, your favorite quilt, and a piping mug of hot chocolate as you delve into this sweet, holiday romance. On the other hand, forget the hot chocolate, or it will end up coming out your nose from all the chuckling and laughing you're going to do. Kylie Dennis, one of the top sales associates for the department store where she works, has given up on men. Not a one can live up to her standards. And they're not even that high: be an interesting, kind person whose main goal in talking to her is to get her into bed with him. When the H.R. department asks her to work in appliances for a couple of weeks, until Christmas, she seethes at the inconvenience. She's always worked in women's apparel, and knows nothing about appliances. But then, she begins to see the manager of appliances, Michael, in a different light. He's kind, fun to be around in a quiet way, and handsome. She lets her feelings for him grow. Until the day she catches him kissing one of the temporary sales associates. Oh, how she would love to drop him from her life. Except for two things. She needs to keep working in appliances in order to earn more commissions due to a family crisis. The other problem? She drew Michael's name during the annual staff Secret Santa meeting. Michael Harrison knows that a woman like Kylie Dennis is way above his pay grade. Especially since he has to walk with a cane, thanks to an old accident. But when he draws her name to be her Secret Santa, he wonders if giving her the right kinds of gifts might be a way to subtly woo her. Problem is, Kylie alternates between warm and cold in her treatment of him. And like a typical man, he has no idea what he's done to deserve it. This clean and wholesome holiday romance novel is the first of six novels in Emily Josephine's "Christmas Sisters" series. Although it's not strictly a rom-com, the wild misunderstandings between Kylie and Michael, helped along with the intrusion of the zany Luna Bell, the ...

Genre: Family Life

Yolanda’s Ray of Sunshine (Girls from the Street) by S.E. Smith (Montana Publishing) (219 Reviews)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

She was born on the streets and would pass her knowledge to her daughter... Yolanda Yates' life has been one of hardship and despair. She finds a new lease on life when she discovers an abandoned baby behind a dumpster in a back alley. She will do everything in her power to love, protect, and teach her daughter that families aren't always born together, sometimes you have to find and make them. Find out how powerful a mother's love can be in this heartfelt novella from The Girls from the Street series! A NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, the internationally acclaimed S.E. Smith presents a new story with her signature humor and unpredictable twists! Over TWO MILLION books sold!

Genre: Family Life

Colton (Kentucky Green Book 1) by Olivia Sands (1,056 Review)    Price verified 21 hours ago

She's all wrong for him. So why can't he stop thinking about her? Colton Green knows exactly what he's going to do with his life. He'll run the Red Widow Bourbon factory -- a business that's been in his family for generations -- build a beautiful home, marry a nice country girl, and start a family. Then he meets Grace Baker, and all his plans go out the window. She's the last woman he should want: a big-city lawyer who's accepted a case against his best friend. There's no reason to think she plans to stay in Elm Ridge, let alone that she wants to settle down with the likes of him. Still, he's drawn to her like he's never been to anyone. Grace Baker is trying to put her life back together after the disastrous end of her marriage. She needs to heal, not fall headlong into a new relationship. Colton may be easy on the eyes, but the last thing she's looking for is romance. Besides, Grace knows she's a bad bet all around. A close-knit family like the Greens is something she's never experienced, and she doesn't belong in their world... no matter how much it makes her heart yearn.Can Colton put aside his preconceptions for the woman who just might be perfect for him? And can Grace let herself believe she's worthy of real love? Welcome to the small town of Elm Ridge, Kentucky, where you'll swoon, smile, and fall helplessly in love with the Green family. This heartwarming romance has no cliffhangers and no cheating.

Genre: Family Life

Love, Life and Lithium: Separated by War but Brought Together by Forbidden Love by Angela M. Robinson (WM Creations) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Madison, Indiana 1968. Robbie Holden is finally home from Vietnam, but he's a broken man. Leaving his brother behind was not his choice and now he lives with the guilt of survival. Melting back into a calm Midwest life is harder than he thought. Will comforting his brother's wife lead to more feelings than he can handle? Will he rediscover himself in the Peace Movement? Just how far will he go to find healing? Beth Holden is alone and hoping for the safe return of her husband. Her high school sweetheart has gone missing in the jungles of Vietnam with no promise of return. Can she fight off the aching loneliness and wait for her man or will the separation ruin their relationship forever? Robbie and Beth share the pain of loss. They're friends... but they could be so much more... if she wasn't his brother's wife.

Genre: Family Life

Wanted by Him (Wanted Series Book 1) by Hazel Kelly (Amazon Digital Services) (670 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Addison Reed has always been too focused on rescuing herself to waste time watching the horizon for knights in shining armor. So when Wyatt Jones crosses her path shirtless, sweaty, and set on seducing her, she considers him an unwanted distraction. But exactly how much of a distraction is something she never could've predicted... **The Wanted Series is meant for a mature audience due to adult language and steamy content.

Genre: Family Life

Dear Morenike: The Sequel to Dear Obajimi by Sharon Abimbola Salu (PublishDrive) (24 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Set in the '90s, this sequel to Dear Obajimi is told from the perspective of the missing spouse. In 1998, the same year Morenike writes to her husband, Obajimi pens one long letter in response. His letter examines his own point of view of their marriage, dwelling on issues of identity, love, trust and commitment. Ultimately, he answers the question Morenike, his now estranged wife, asked in her final letter. Told in the voice of the husband, this short story explores the challenges that threaten the fragile relationship of a young African couple. Can there be forgiveness, healing and second chances after abandoning a spouse?

Genre: Family Life

The Christmas Contest by Theresa Sederholt (1,019 Review)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Donald Willows is dying, but has one last item to check off his bucket list. Hopefully, the enticement of winning his house and the magic of the holidays will lure in just the right person! Holly Kirby was a bit shocked when she read the ad. The winner of the Christmas contest would receive a house! Knowing this might be some sort of scam, she still can't help but imagine all the wonderful things she could do with a beautiful house on Nantucket. Holly decides to go ahead and enter, hoping that the Christmas angels will bring her a miracle. Jack Anderson immediately knew something was wrong with his grandfather after reading the ad for the Christmas contest. Maybe it was time to take a break from work and pay him a visit. Somebody has to talk some sense into him! Only, when he gets there, he realizes Grandpa's plan is already in full swing. The clock is ticking but can Jack stop it in time, or will his family home be lost to him forever?

Genre: Family Life

Beginnings and Endings: A Selection of Short Stories by Jane Suen (126 Reviews)    Price verified 20 hours ago

... life never turns out like you expected... A weekly ritual that turns into the surprise of all time; an accident that has a devastating effect on two lives in different ways; and a father's heartfelt journey to tell his son of an important part of his past. All come together in Beginnings and Endings, a trilogy of short stories that will bring a lump to the throat. Grits Girl explores the beginning of a lifetime of love over a favorite bowlful of breakfast. The Accident is an ironic story of how life can change in the blink of an eye. In The End of Summer, two men come to terms with their past through an unexpected detour and the innocent joy of a child. Each story is layered with unexpected twists and turns, and there's a bonus flash fiction, Pick Me, to bring you a smile that will last the day.

Genre: Family Life

Auld Acquaintance: Contemporary Family Saga Women's Fiction (Prime Time Book 1) by Ruth Hay (1,347 Review)    Price verified 20 hours ago

First novel in a series of six contemporary women's fiction books about second chances and self-discovery! Auld Acquaintance is the story of a woman in her 60s who has lost her confidence through life events, including a divorce. Anna has a part-time job in a library, and a group of good friends, but her hopes for a brighter future are growing dim. Unexpectedly, she receives a legal letter informing her that she has inherited a piece of property in Scotland. Her first instinct is to ignore this letter as she has no knowledge of the person named as the owner. Anna's friends persuade her to travel to Scotland and stay until she can decide how to dispose of the farm house near Oban. So begins an adventure which opens up prospects for Anna and introduces her to a new environment and new people who help her. Also available in the Prime Time series: Book II - Time Out of Mind Book III - Now or Never Book IV - Sand in the Wind Book V - With This Ring Book VI - The Seas Between Us Also available from Ruth Hay: The Seafarers series and the Seven Days series. All women's fiction stories for discerning readers!

Genre: Family Life

Changing Dreams (Bear Lake Dreamers Book 1) by Kirsten Osbourne (Unlimited Dreams Publishing) (423 Reviews)    Price verified 21 hours ago

Alyssa Romriell thinks she has the perfect life. She's in a serious relationship, her real-estate career is soaring, and she has a family who loved her. When she realizes her relationship was less than she wants, she isn't sure how to handle things. After the death of her parents, she and her sisters decide to convert the lake house -- a place filled with so many cherished childhood memories -- into a bed and breakfast. As she becomes reacquainted with the town and all the people there, her dreams shift. With her sisters at her side, she forges her way into a new enterprise, rediscovering the woman she'd lost all those years ago -- and finds love in the most unexpected place. Come and visit the Romriell sisters at Bear Lake and see how their beautiful B&B becomes the heart of their family.

Genre: Family Life

Relative Error by Dawn Marsanne (727 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Over several generations and from humble beginnings, the Ellard family built up an impressive group of businesses, becoming highly respected in the area. Keith Ellard is largely responsible for their management and begins to find this role increasingly demanding. As his father's health deteriorates, further responsibility falls upon him, and he struggles to cope. Under pressure, he makes an error of judgment, which causes his world to unravel. Keith battles to restore his equilibrium but has to cope with another chance event which begins to uncover a family secret, causing further turmoil in a family where grievances still exist due to decades-old family disputes. As the wider family grapples with these issues, will division or reconciliation result?

Genre: Family Life

A New Life (The Italian Family Series) by Lucy Appadoo (62 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Valeria Allegro was hoping to embark on a life of freedom when she left Italy to travel to Australia for an arranged marriage with Roberto Morandi. The last thing she expected to encounter was harassment by Roberto's friend and neighbour, Luca Abandonato. Valeria begins to wonder if marrying a virtual stranger at eighteen was a wise decision, especially when her new husband and his family demonstrate greater loyalty to Luca. Alone in a foreign country and struggling to feel settled and secure, it appears that Valeria must face a dangerous enemy alone unless love can be her salvation.

Genre: Family Life

Original Stories from Real Life: With Conversations Calculated to Regulate the Affections, and Form the Mind to Truth and Goodness by Mary Wollstonecraft (University of Illinois Press) (7 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

In 1791, Mary Wollstonecraft drew upon her experiences as a governess as well as her understanding of the philosophy of Jean-Jacques Rousseau to publish this popular collection of moral tales for children. Not surprisingly, the woman who would later write A Vindication of the Rights of Women had strong views on children's education. Wollstonecraft desired nothing less than liberating children, both girls and boys, from what she believed were irrational modes of education in late eighteenth-century European culture. Her hyper rational stories became influential models for expressing particular philosophies of education through children's literature. This beautiful facsimile of the 1791 edition includes the original illustrations by William Blake. A commentary by Eileen Hunt Botting puts the text in context and hints at influences on Wollstonecraft's daughter Mary Shelley and the pedagogical philosophy behind Shelley's novel Frankenstein. Like all volumes in the Women in Print series, Original Stories from Real Life is provided as an open access book and downloads to a wide variety of platforms and online e-readers.

Genre: Family Life

Seized by Love (Love in Bloom: The Ryders): Blue Ryder by Melissa Foster (World Literary Press) (1,912 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Discover the magic of New York Times bestseller Melissa Foster's writing, and see why millions of readers have fallen in love with the Ryders and the rest of the Love in Bloom big-family contemporary romance collection. "Melissa Foster is synonymous with sexy, swoony, heartfelt romance!" New York Times Bestseller Lauren Blakely In USA Today bestseller SEIZED BY LOVE... Lizzie Barber runs a successful flower shop by day and secretly hosts the Naked Baker webcast at night to help pay for her younger sister's education. To keep friends and family from finding out about her sexy secret, she's put her social life on hold until her sister's education is paid off and she can stop filming the webcast. Blue Ryder fell hard for Lizzie Barber when he met her a year ago, and he hasn't been able to get her off his mind since. Everything about the feisty little brunette, from her tight bod to her seductive smile, cuts straight to his heart. Though Lizzie has turned down every invitation he's extended--Blue is not about to give up trying. Renovating Lizzie's kitchen brings Blue further into Lizzie's life, and the oven is not the only thing heating up. One night and one powerful kiss changes everything. But when Lizzie's secret is revealed and the safe bubble she's hidden in shatters, true love may not be enough to put the pieces back together. *** MORE RYDERS coming soon! Chased by Love (Trish) Claimed by Love (Duke) Swept Into Love (Gage)? Rescued by Love (Jake)?? The RYDERS are part of the Love in Bloom family. Each book may be read as a stand-alone novel, or as part of the series. Characters from each subseries make appearances in other Love in Bloom books. Read the complete LOVE IN BLOOM series: SNOW SISTERS Sisters in Love Sisters in Bloom Sisters in White THE BRADENS (at Weston, CO) Lovers at Heart (Treat & Max) Destined for Love (Rex & Jade) Friendship on Fire (Josh & Riley) Sea of Love (Dane & Lacy) Bursting with Love (Savannah & Jack) Hearts at Play (Hugh & ...

Genre: Family Life

The Stranger by Joan Hall (61 Reviews)    Price verified 21 hours ago

Her life changed forever when the stranger came to town... Julie Williams has what most people would call an ideal life -- a loving husband, a daughter in college, and a son in the military. She lives in a small town where she owns and operates a coffee shop, Uncommon Grounds. But she didn't always have it so easy. Raised in a single-parent household by a selfish and domineering mother who moved them around the country, Julie longed for stability and a place to call home. When she enlists the help of a local genealogist to search for information on her father, she learns surprising things about both parents. Then a mysterious stranger arrives. He watches Julie's movements, asks questions, and hangs around her coffee shop. When the stranger's identity is revealed, it changes everything Julie holds dear.

Genre: Family Life

Daffodils in Spring by Pamela Morsi (Harlequin Special Releases) (178 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

More Than Words Bestselling authors & Real-life heroines Each and every one of us has the ability to effect change—to make our world a better place. The key is to begin in our own backyards, look at needs within our communities and then decide to do something about them. The dedicated women selected as this year's recipients of Harlequin's More Than Words award have changed lives, one good deed at a time. To celebrate their accomplishments, bestselling authors have written stories inspired by these real-life heroines. In this book, Pamela Morsi honors the work of Karen Thomson, Founder of Literature for All of Us. We hope More Than Words inspires you to get in touch with the real-life heroine living inside of you.

Genre: Family Life

Hot Ink (Inked in the Steel City Book 1) by Ranae Rose (1,682 Review)    Price verified 2 minutes ago

Mina never meant to fall for her sexy tattoo artist, Eric, or to become a model. But when she's asked to pose in a photo shoot for the Hot Ink tattoo studio, she can't say no. She finally gets a look at Eric's tattoos when they're cajoled into posing together, and in a few breathtaking moments, an on-camera kiss turns the passion they're asked to fake into something very real, leaving them both wanting more. The only problem is that Mina's not the glamour girl she looks like on the Hot Ink posters, or even in a tattoo magazine. She's only twenty-four, but being the sole guardian of her disabled younger sister has left her feeling much older. Will Eric still be interested when he gets to know the girl behind the ink and the make-up and finds out that she and her little sister are a package deal? Book 1 in the Inked in the Steel City SeriesA contemporary adult romance for mature readers only. Inked in the Steel City Series Reading Order:All Inked in the Steel City books feature different couples and can be read as stand-alones, if desired. Book 1: Hot InkBook 2: Innocent InkBook 3: Dedicated InkBook 4: Abiding InkBook 5: Serious InkBook 6: Irresistible InkBook 7: Alluring InkBook 8: Beloved Ink

Genre: Family Life

Be Mine (A Moonlight and Magnolias Novel) by Kris Calvert (588 Reviews)    Price verified 21 hours ago

Every year, millions of people wait for love to find them. The glue that holds our loosely strung and sometimes battered souls together, many believe that love will miraculously show up on their doorstep. But destiny isn't a matter of chance - it's a matter of choice. As Valentine's Day approaches, follow the three intertwined love stories of six hopeful souls who will choose their destiny in love and let their hearts fall where they may. Saying, "I love you," or "be mine," is never easy. But if you want something you've never had, you've got to do something you've never done.

Genre: Family Life

Hooked by Betina Krahn (Harlequin Special Releases) (139 Reviews)    Price verified 20 hours ago

More Than Words: Bestselling authors & Real-life heroines We all have the power to effect change -- we just need to find the strength to harness it. With every good deed done, and helping hand offered, we are making the world a better place. The dedicated women selected as this year's recipients of Harlequin's More Than Words award have changed many lives for the better, through their compassionate hearts and unshakable commitment. To celebrate their accomplishments, bestselling authors have written stories inspired by these real-life heroines. In this book, Betina Krahn honors the work of Donna Fischer, the Arizona program coordinator for Casting for Recovery, a national non-profit organization that runs fly-fishing retreats for women who have or have had breast cancer. We hope More Than Words inspires you look inside your heart and to get in touch with the heroine inside of you.

Genre: Family Life

Sentence of Marriage (Promises to Keep Book 1) by Shayne Parkinson (Shayne Parkinson via Smashwords) (14,538 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"I won't have her forced," Jack said. "Let her decide for herself." Amy knew her father meant it. She could say no if she wanted. But this marriage would make everything all right. They could put all the trouble she had caused behind them. Everyone would be happy again. Everyone except her. "Sentence of Marriage" is the first book in the three-volume "Promises to Keep". In nineteenth century New Zealand, there are few choices for a farm girl like Amy. Her life seems mapped out for her by the time she is twelve. Amy dreams of an exciting life in the world beyond her narrow boundaries. But it is the two people who come to the farm from outside the valley who change her life forever, and Amy learns the high cost of making the wrong choice. "One of the best historical novels I've had the pleasure to read in years." - WorkingGirl Reviews. "The story was captivating, the characters real, the dialogue crisp. I admit to having cried and laughed and even having wanted to murder a character and beat another one within an inch of his life -- which is simply a testament to how well written these books are." - AmericanEditor.

Genre: Family Life