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Forging a new futureThe Rancher’s Courtship by Laurie KingeryFor Caroline Wallace, becoming Simpson Creek’s new schoolmarm helps heal the heartache of losing Pete, her fiancé, to influenza. Then Pete’s brother Jack Collier arrives, trailing a herd of cattle and twin six-year-old girls. It’s little wonder Caroline grows fond of Abby and Amelia. But could such a refined, warmhearted woman fall for a gruff rancher…before the time comes for him to leave again?Lone Wolf’s Lady by Judy DuarteBounty hunter Tom McCain couldn’t save his childhood friend, but he’ll deliver her six-year-old daughter, Sarah Jane, to the only family she has left in Texas. But that means tangling with Katie O’Malley, the fiery schoolteacher who wants to adopt her. Then a secret from Sarah Jane’s past threatens the young girl’s life, and Katie and Tom must join forces. They’ll need all their courage to turn a perilous future into a dream come trueUSA TODAY Bestselling Author

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 Overnight, Delia Keller went from penniless preacher's grdaughter to rich young heiress. She's determined to use her money to find the security she's always lacked. building herself a new house by Christmas is her first priority. But hsome Jude Tucker is challenging her plans her heart. . . .The former Civil War chaplain hasn't felt peace in a very long time, he has a hard time letting go of his past. But as Jude gets to know the spirited Delia, he longs to show her what true Christmas joy means.In the rugged Texas Hill Country, he'll reach for a miracle to restore his faith. . . give Delia his love for all seasons.

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 Rebellious rancher's daughter Tess Hennessy seeks adventure– that's what she gets when she's abducted to chronicle the Delgado gang's exploits! Yet her kidnapper, gang member Soval Parrish, isn't what she expected. There's more to the mysterious outlaw than he shows–signs of gentleness devotion that soften Tess's heart. Soval has one goal: retribution for the sister Delgado ruined. He hasn't the time to fall for the stubborn, beautiful photographer whose pictures he needs as evidence.But what can Soval do when his plan puts Tess in danger? Torn between the drive for revenge a newfound love, Soval will need his renewed faith to resolve the past. . . claim his future.

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 Laurie Kingery makes her home in central Ohio where she is a "Texan-in-exile. " Formerly writing as Laurie Grant for Harlequin Historical books other publishers, she is the author of sixteen previous books the 1994 winner of the Readers' Choice Award in the short historical category.She has also been nominated for Best First Medieval Career Achievement in Western Historical Romance by Romantic Times magazine. When not writing her historical books, she loves to travel, read, e-mail write her blog.

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 Laurie Kingery makes her home in central Ohio where she is a "Texan-in-exile. " Formerly writing as Laurie Grant for Harlequin Historical books and other publishers, she is the author of sixteen previous books and the 1994 winner of the Readers' Choice Award in the short historical category. She has also been nominated for Best First Medieval and Career Achievement in Western Historical Romance by Romantic Times magazine.When not writing her historical books, she loves to travel, read, e-mail and write her blog.

Though Caroline Wallace can’t have a family, she can still have a purpose. Becoming Simpson Creek’s new schoolmarm helps heal the heartache of losing Pete, her fiancé, to influenza. Then Pete’s brother arrives, trailing a herd of cattle and twin six-year-old girls. Jack Collier expected Pete and his bride to care for his daughters until he was settled in Montana.But bad weather and worse news strand Jack in Texas until spring. It’s little wonder Caroline grows fond of Abby and Amelia. But could such a refined, warmhearted woman fall for a gruff rancher…before the time comes for him to leave again?

Holiday HeiressOvernight, Delia Keller went from penniless preacher's granddaughter to rich young heiress. She's determined to use her money to find the security she's always lacked. And building herself a new house by Christmas is her first priority. But handsome Jude Tucker is challenging her plans and her heart….The former Civil War chaplain hasn't felt peace in a very long time, and he has a hard time letting go of his past. But as Jude gets to know the spirited Delia, he longs to show her what true Christmas joy means. In the rugged Texas Hill Country, he'll reach for a miracle to restore his faith…and give Delia his love for all seasons.

Rebellious rancher''s daughter Tess Hennessy seeks adventure—and that''s what she gets when she''s abducted to chronicle the Delgado gang''s exploits! Yet her kidnapper, gang member Sandoval Parrish, isn''t what she expected. There''s more to the mysterious outlaw than he shows—signs of gentleness and devotion that soften Tess''s heart.Sandoval has one goal: retribution for the sister Delgado ruined. He hasn''t the time to fall for the stubborn, beautiful photographer whose pictures he needs as evidence. But what can Sandoval do when his plan puts Tess in danger? Torn between the drive for revenge and a newfound love, Sandoval will need his renewed faith to resolve the past…and claim his future.

HER DEEPEST SECRET When her little brother died, Faith Bennett lost her trust in God. She’s kept this secret from the good people of Simpson Creek, yet she can’t deceive Gil Chadwick. She’ll be Gil’s friend, but without a faith to match his, she can never be the handsome new preacher’s bride. Though Gil cherishes Faith’s friendship, he wants a wife. And in kind, upright Faith, he’s convinced he’s found her.The secret heartaches of his past fade as he watches her nurse his father. When danger finds her, he’ll risk everything to save her. For where there’s Faith, there’s love…and the promise of a new beginning together. Brides of Simpson Creek: Small-town Texas spinsters find love with mail-order grooms!

A MATCH MADE IN TEXAS To escape a scandal in England, Violet Brookfield is sent to her brother’s ranch in Texas. Soon she discovers the vibrant new world and rugged trail boss Raleigh Masterson are perfect material for the Western she’s writing. And when her time is up, she’ll return to the nobleman she left behind. Violet is the most elegant female ever to set foot in Simpson Creek, and Raleigh is sure she’ll never stay.He has no business falling for the beautiful aristocrat. But soon Violet makes a place for herself in the Hill Country—and in his heart. Now if only he can convince her that she belongs here forever… Brides of Simpson Creek: Small-town Texas spinsters find love with mail-order grooms!

He needs to turn his life around… And Simpson Creek, Texas, is the perfect place to do it. On the run from his dangerous past, Sam Bishop is happy to find a town seeking "marriage-minded bachelors." A wealthy wife is just what he needs to make his gambling problems disappear. But when Prissy Gilmore catches Sam's eye, she proves to be much more than a rich match. Sam wants to deserve her, wants to become sheriff and protect her hometown–wants to be the man she believes him to be. Yet the true test is waiting, when his past returns to challenge his future.

CLAIMING THEIR FUTURE For the Thornton brothers, the Oklahoma Land Rush is the perfect opportunity to finally put down some roots. A new start, a new community—what more could preacher Elijah Thornton need? Not a wife—not after the pain of losing his fiancée. But something draws him to the pretty nurse whose eyes are clouded by trouble.Only by claiming her own homestead can Alice Hawthorne avoid an unwanted marriage. Even Oklahoma may not be far enough away from New York to escape her past. Yet with courage—and the handsome reverend’s support—can she forge a loving future?Bridegroom Brothers: True love awaits three siblings in the Oklahoma Land Rush

Man on a Mission… Nate Bohannan won't let anything stand in the way of his grand plans in California. Even if it means traveling there with unreliable huckster Robert Salali. But after a destructive bender in Simpson Creek, Texas, the unscrupulous Salali runs out, leaving Nate to carry the blame–and the debt. He can fix broken furniture…but can anything fix the despair in café owner Ella Justiss's eyes?When her café was destroyed, Ella felt sure she'd lost her dreams along with it. Yet somehow Nate's cheerful care and optimism fill her with hope again. Painful secrets from her childhood make Ella wary of men. When danger threatens, will Nate be the hero Ella can finally trust–and love?Brides of Simpson Creek: Small-town Texas spinsters find love with mail-order grooms!

A Baby of Her Own Maude Harkey is resigned to a loveless life until a baby is born – and orphaned – at her boardinghouse home. She'll never be a wife…but she can still be a mother. Yet a boardinghouse is no place for a newborn. Enter Jonas MacLaren – a handsome, exasperating rancher with an offer too good to refuse.Jonas can handle running a ranch – but handling his cantankerous mother is another matter. Maude matches his mother's stubbornness so she'll be a perfect live-in companion. But she's there for his mother, not for him. He'll just have to keep his wounded heart closed to her beauty, her humor, her warmth and strength – and her irresistibly adorable baby. Brides of Simpson Creek: Small-town Texas spinsters find love with mail-order grooms!