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Their mother needs a fresh start… Could he be what they’ve been waiting for? Back in her hometown with her twin daughters, widow Marilyn Sofitel’s set on never falling in love again. She’s sure her heart’s safe spending time with Wyatt Walker as he works to fix the carousel her girls love. Everyone knows he's handsome, charming…and trouble. But as they grow closer, might their unlikely friendship to develop into something deeper?

Nothing wrong with helping out an old friend…But she’s so much more to him.When his ex-girlfriend returns home and hires him to overhaul her family’s general store, contractor Bo Carter’s determined to keep an emotional distance. But to convince her old boss she’s home for good, Toni Redding needs another favor—a pretend romance. As Bo starts to fall for her all over again, might their fake love lead to a real second chance?

New hope for a soldierHeartland Courtship by Lyn CoteQuaker Rachel Woolsey''s plans to have her own bakery and homestead seem out of reach—until the handsome ex-soldier she nurses back to health offers to help her. At first, Brennan Merriday intends to stay in Pepin, Wisconsin, only long enough to repay his debt to the pretty baker. But soon he longs to rescue dreams of family—for both of themHomefront Hero by Allie PleiterDashing and valiantly wounded, Captain John Gallows could have stepped straight out of an army recruitment poster. Leanne Sample can''t help being impressed—although the lovely Red Cross nurse tries to hide it. She knows as soon as he''s well enough, he''ll rush back to war—and far away from South Carolina. But when an epidemic strikes close to home, John comes to realize what it truly means to be a hero—Leanne''s hero.USA TODAY Bestselling Author Lyn Cote

A small-town holidayA Dry Creek Christmas by Janet TronstadMillie Corwin had sneaked into Dry Creek''s café to leave gifts for the townspeople, not to rob them. But now that she is in the custody of one infuriatingly handsome Good Samaritan, the entire town has branded her a criminal. Brad Parker isn''t sure what to believe. But one thing is certain. Robber or not, this stranger seems to be stealing his love-resistant heart…Bluegrass Christmas by Allie PleiterAs director of the church''s Christmas pageant, Mary Thorpe is responsible for bringing the townspeople of Middleburg, Kentucky, together and reminding them of what the season is really about. But everyone is riled up over the handsome man daring to run against Middleburg''s popular long-standing mayor. Mac MacCarthy wants change. Mary wants things to stay the same. Now Mac and Mary are in for one very big Christmas surprise.New York Times Bestselling Author Janet Tronstad2 Uplifting Stories A Dry Creek Christmas and Bluegrass Christmas

A Denver cop must persuade a widowed father to help build her dream in this tender inspirational romance.She''s found the perfect place for her camp. But will he agree to her terms?Opening a camp for children who''ve dealt with tragedy is former police detective Dana Preston''s main goal in life. After wandering the country, she''s finally found the perfect location—Mason Avery''s expansive Arizona mountainside property. Convincing the widowed dad—and the town—to agree might take a little prayer and a lot of hard work. But Dana''s never backed down from a challenge yet . . .From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.

For Libby Beckett, opening her charming yarn shop, and introducing customers to the joys of knitting and crochet, is the work she was meant to do.  Until the yarn she loves is used for murder….   Libby has come home to Collinstown, Maryland to live her dream and open her own yarn shop, aptly named Y.A.R.N., along the Chester River. To Libby, Y.A.R.N. stands for "You're Absolutely Ready Now." But the acronym changes whenever inspiration strikes, and customers add to the list of suggestions that fill the blackboard wall in a shop stuffed with color, fiber, and comfort.    Libby is thrilled when she lands famous Norwegian knitting celebrity Perle Langager for a series of events  at Y.A.R.N. Libby's English bulldog, Hank, has been modeling one of Perle's doggie sweaters, and customers just can't wait to see Perle in action. The mayor of Collinstown even decrees a Collinstown Yarn Day to celebrate. But once Perle arrives in town, she seems distracted and on edge.  And when she's found strangled with a skein of red yarn, Libby knows she has to solve a knotty mystery before her new life unravels.

Indulge your fantasies of delicious Regency Rakes, fierce Viking warriors and rugged Highlanders. Be swept away into a world of intense passion, lavish settings and romance that burns brightly through the centuries The man behind the mask. When night fell on the lawless streets of old San Francisco, Matthew Covington–seemingly just another wealthy society idler–became the mysterious crime-fighter known as the Black Bit. Nothing could tempt him to reveal his secret identity, until the English gentleman met Georgia Waterhouse, whose pseudonymous newspaper accounts had made his daring exploits famous.He was coming to care deeply for this woman, who shared his passionate devotion to justice– the Lord–but she could never know he was her shadow-shrouded hero. What would become of their growing love if he revealed the truth that lay behind the mask. . . ?

Dust-covered men who smell like horses are the norm at Gil Sorrent's farm. Until a trip to Emily Montague's bath shop changes their lives. Suddenly, Gil's lovelorn farmhands are sparkling clean and attracting women instead of working! So Gil barges into the shop, surprised to find Emily, his pretty polar opposite, selling soap by the truckloads.Suddenly everyone in town is not only cleaner–they're nicer. And when our bluegrass hero tries out the soap for himself, love-shy Emily better watch out!

The celebrity host of TV's Missionnovation, Drew Downing is comfortable with his fame. He's become accustomed to the cheering, star-struck townfolk that usually welcome him as he renovates churches countrywide. Usually. Then he and his crew set up in tiny Middleburg, Kentucky, to rebuild the church's storm-damaged preschool.The very lovely, very no-nonsense hardware store owner Janet Bishop is suspicious of Drew's true motives. It looks like Janet Bishop's faith–in God, in herself and in love–needs some serious rebuilding. And Drew Downing is just the man for the job.

Everyone in Middleburg, Kentucky, lines up for baker Dinah Hopkins's cinnamon rolls. Everyone except her handsome new landlord, Cameron Rollings. The jaded city man doesn't like anything about small-town life–from the fresh air to her fresh-baked snickerdoodles. And he clearly considers Dinah as quirky as her eccentric oven.The way to Cameron's heart is not through his toned stomach. But the Lord led him to Kentucky Corners for a reason. And Dinah plans to help him count his bluegrass blessings.

An Old-Fashioned Christmas That's what led new believer Mary Thorpe to start over in quaint Middleburg, Kentucky. As director of the church's Christmas pageant, Mary's job is to bring the townspeople together, to remind them what the season is really about.But everyone is all riled up over one very handsome man: the man daring to run against Middleburg's popular long-standing mayor. Mac MacCarthy wants change. Mary wants things to stay as they are. Is there a happy medium? Both Mac and Mary are in for one very big Christmas surprise.

There's something achingly familiar about the look in fire marshal Chad Owens's eyes. Widowed mom Jeannie Nelworth knows firsthand what it is: loss, hurt and yes—bitterness. Ever since the fire that changed their lives, Jeannie's young son has borne that same look, pushing everyone away. So she's grateful when Chad tries to get through to the boy with the help of his trusty fire station dog.But the man who's all about safety and prevention keeps himself protected—from loving and losing again. Seems as if Jeannie will have to add his kind, guarded heart to her rebuilding efforts.

THE CAPTAIN OF HER HEART Dashing and valiantly wounded, Captain John Gallows could have stepped straight out of a navy recruitment poster. Leanne Sample can’t help being impressed—although the lovely Red Cross volunteer tries to hide it.She knows better than to get attached to the daring captain who is only home to heal and help rally support for the war’s final push. As soon as he’s well enough, he’ll rush back to Europe, back to war—and far away from South Carolina and Leanne.But when an epidemic strikes the university campus, John comes to realize what it truly means to be a hero—Leanne’s hero.

When night fell on the lawless streets of old San Francisco, Matthew Covington—seemingly just another wealthy society idler—became the mysterious crime-fighter known as the Black Bandit. Nothing could tempt him to reveal his secret identity, until the English gentleman met Georgia Waterhouse, whose pseudonymous newspaper accounts had made his daring exploits famous. He was coming to care deeply for this woman, who shared his passionate devotion to justice—and the Lord—but she could never know he was her shadow-shrouded hero. What would become of their growing love if he revealed the truth that lay behind the mask…?

Desert Rose by Lois RicherJayne Rose''s dream to run her grandmother''s Palm Springs flower shop is about to be dashed. Until she meets a handsome man who helps make it come true. Suddenly romance and roses are blooming. Yet Ben Cummings isn''t who he says he is…or is he?Bluegrass Easter by Allie PleiterA "veterinarian on sabbatical," widowed Paul Sycamore is not interested in answering his new neighbor''s constant questions about her expectant sheep. But the comfort his child finds on Audrey Lupine''s Middleburg, Kentucky, farm just may open his heart.

Dashing and valiantly wounded, Captain John Gallows could have stepped straight out of an army recruitment poster. Leanne Sample can''t help being impressed—although the lovely Red Cross nurse tries to hide it. She knows better than to get attached to the daring captain who is only home to heal and help rally support for the war''s final push. As soon as he''s well enough, he''ll rush back to Europe, back to war—and far away from South Carolina and Leanne. But when an epidemic strikes close to home, John comes to realize what it truly means to be a hero—Leanne''s hero.

Even a doctor''s heart needs some tender, loving care—and she''s the best woman for the job: an inspirational romance from the author of Small-Town Fireman.When Dr. Daniel Parker requested an army nurse to help with his orphanage, he expected an organized, sensible matron. Instead he gets young, beautiful, obstinate Ida Lee Landway, whose vibrant outlook and unrelenting optimism turn his work and his life inside out.Army life was easy compared to the discipline at her new workplace. Yet Ida is immediately smitten by the children in her care—and impressed by Daniel''s unfaltering dedication. Adding color and warmth to her new surroundings is one thing. Can she also help the good doctor embrace joy—and in so doing, find the family they both deserve?

NEXT STOP: HOME After a catastrophe strands a train—and eight orphaned children—near Evans Grove, Nebraska, schoolteacher Holly Sanders sees hope in the chaos. These children are the new start her community needs. And Holly is stubbornly determined to give the townspeople, the children…and even gruff sheriff Mason Wright…the happy families they deserve. How can anyone so petite have so much gumption?Watching Holly rally her young charges wins Mason’s admiration—and reminds him of his own failures. No matter what Holly or the orphan boy Liam think, Mason’s no hero and he doesn’t merit a second chance. Can Holly’s faith, Liam’s trust and God’s grace open Mason’s heart to love’s greatest lesson? Orphan Train: Heading west to new families and forever love