Amish Fiction

She left to find herself. Will she lose everything she loves instead? Hannah Zook always believed her future was set—marriage to kind, steady Jacob Byler and a peaceful life in their Amish community. But when a restless longing sends her on rumspringa to Boston, she’s swept into a world of dazzling city lights, modern luxuries, and the undeniable charm of Michael Pearson. A life she never imagined is suddenly within reach. Back home, Jacob waits, his heart heavy with love and worry. Whispers of Hannah’s new life reach him—talk of English clothes, glittering parties… and a man who ...

A second chance at love. Betrayal disguised as friendship. Isaac Mast wants a wife to help manage two growing boys and a prosperous carpentry business. When a letter to a neighboring bishop introduces him to a woman almost to perfect to wed, he seizes the chance to end his bachelor life. She’s exactly what he needs—grace, beauty, and a quiet, feisty spirit. But, recently widowed, the scars on her heart leave the young mother hesitant to trust again. Mary Troyer loved once, and suffered betrayal. Slightly unconventional, she now lives for the happiness of her little girls. Pressed by her...

USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Arabella and Damaris look like identical twins, but their lives couldn't be more different. One is an heiress from Germany who is about to inherit a multi-million-dollar bakery, and one is an Amish baker from Maine. What happens when they secretly switch places? In order to get away from the pressure of inheriting her family's company, Arabella Blackwood escapes to the Amish community of Unity, Maine, hoping for some peace and quiet before beginning her new life. Her parents want her to marry the awkward son of their biggest competitor, Stefan Castle, which ...

When Ruth's husband Mahlon dies one morning on his way out the door, she thinks she will never find love again--but little does she know that God has a miraculous plan for her future. Her mother-in-law, Naomi, has lost her husband and now both of her sons. Bitter with grief, she thinks her life is over and moves back to her hometown, Unity, Maine. Ruth goes with her, even though Naomi urges her not to follow her. In Unity, Ruth catches the eye of successful farmer Boaz Petersheim. He's drawn to her not only because of her beauty, but because of her loyalty and devotion to Naomi. When Ruth ...

My name is Ellie, but in my Amish community a lot of grown men call me Madame Eleanor or The Amish Temptress. In private, of course. You see, I was nineteen when I first snuck out to meet a guy, and realized how much fun it is to fulfill a repressed man’s desires. Ever since then, I've been taking care of the men's needs in my community. Giving them the space to satisfy their unmentionable cravings is what I enjoy doing most. It certainly makes my life more interesting around here. When Jeb approaches me during the Sunday picnic, I fear he’s going to ask for my hand in marriage. Instead...

Welcome to Morrissey County! This fictional region in Pennsylvania Amish country is home to several generations of strong-willed Amish women who know what they want in life, even if others disagree. Join these women on their search for love and acceptance. Morrissey County, 2000 Bridget Miller, the sister of devout Amish community member Aaron Miller, returns from life amongst the Englisch to a guarded Aaron who isn’t sure he can trust her and doesn’t want her affecting his happy life. He is determined to protect his family from Bridget’s influence. Steven Smoker wants nothing more ...

Mary Margaret Miller needs an escape from her small Amish community. She boards a bus, all alone, for a vacation in Pinecraft, Florida. Meeting Betsy and Lilly on the way, she’s amazed to find two kindred spirits. They become fast friends and determine to have the best two weeks of their lives. For Mary, it starts when she meets Jayson Raber, a handsome and charming carpenter. Jayson is taken with Mary from the get-go, but he has responsibilities back home in Kentucky—including a girl he’s supposed to marry.

Suspense in Paradise... An atypical tale in Amish country In homage to Agatha Christie, this modern-day mystery weaves together a captivating tapestry of comradeship, enigma, and suspense in the picturesque Amish community of Paradise, PA. Haunted by the tragic events of September 11, Tina Sheng, a recent university graduate from New York, seeks solace in the inheritance left by her late grandaunt. Yet, per the will’s conditions, she must take on the role of a Christian summer camp counselor in Paradise, Pennsylvania. Upon arriving, she rescues an Amish girl and entangles herself in the ...

Annaliese Byler returns home to her family’s farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, just in time for Christmas. After spending months caring for her aunt in another district, she’s eager to reconnect with her family. However, a sense of uncertainty stirs in her heart, leaving her wondering if there is something more God is calling her to. Josiah Petersheim, a longtime family friend and skilled woodworker, has also returned to town after apprenticing under his uncle. As they reunite, the once-shy Josiah is now a confident man, though still gentle at heart. Their friendship is rekindled,...

Discover a world of love, faith, and community. Follow the Lancaster County Amish as they navigate the challenges of balancing their beliefs with the allure of the wider world. The community welcomes a new group of Amish seeking refuge after a natural disaster. Hannah Fisher and Daniel Byler work to help the newcomers settle in but face challenges as they try to find their place in the community. As they develop a program to integrate the newcomers, some members resist, and tensions rise. As Hannah and Daniel's relationship deepens, they navigate challenges and the pressure to conform to ...

In "No Place Like Home", widow Eva Dienner returns home to meet the man her parents always intended for her. After Hurricane Harvey, Sarah Hook returns to the home she fled and back into the arms of Abram King in "When Love Returns". In "The Courage to Stay", Irene Keim seeks a fresh start in the home of her new friends, but when their son comes around, he's determined to push her out. Atlee Shetler is visiting Birch Breek to escape the memories of his late wife and finds the project of renovating a bakery and its owner much more than he's bargained for in "What Love Built".

Gomer is not your typical Amish woman. On the outside, Gomer seems like a lovely, sweet, young Amish woman, but she's hiding a scandalous secret. Gomer was created to sing. Most of all, she loves to sing on stage for the audience--she loves the applause, the lights, and the performance--but her Amish community forbids it. So, she sneaks out at night to sing in downtown bars, lying to her entire community while leading a double life. Hosea hears from God in a dream, telling him to marry Gomer despite her sins. Gomer promises to stop sneaking out once they are married, and Hosea wants to ...

Settling in to her new life in Canaan, Colorado, Katie Ann Stoltzfus gives birth to a beautiful baby boy. This child comes to her late in life following the death of her estranged husband. She resolves to play the role of both father and mother to the child. Ivan was her one true love and despite his infidelities, she mourns his loss and vows never to trust another man. But when a meddling - but good hearted - Englisch woman plays matchmaker for Katie Ann and Eli Detweiler who just arrived in Canaan, they both need to restructure their expectations of the future....

Eighteen and deaf, confused because her family lives nothing like the people outside of her community, Eliza Gray has no idea she is Amish. Her peers mock her deafness. Her mother makes her work while her siblings attend school. Despite those struggles, she manages to find a tiny bit of happiness in life—by creating amazing art with the colors she gathers from nature. Regardless, something is missing in her life besides the ability to hear, and that something is a man who will love her like she will love him. When Eliza fights back against her tormentors, it begins a chain of events she ...

In the heart of Hopewell, Indiana, Jonah Hershberger and his brother, Matthew, helm a thriving carpentry business. But the demands of their growing enterprise have left their home in disarray. They seek help and find it in an unexpected source—Grace Schrock, a childhood friend. Grace's family farm faces dire financial straits. When Jonah offers her a job as their housekeeper, Grace gratefully accepts, seeing an opportunity to support her family. Amidst the daily routines and shared responsibilities, an unexpected twist of emotions arises. Jonah finds himself envisioning a future with ...

Veronica Fisher knows how lucky she is to be marrying her best friend. Seth Lapp is kind, hardworking, and handsome—but most importantly, he loves Veronica. When an accident on the job steals Seth away from her, a heartbroken Veronica is certain she will never love—or be loved—again. Yet when she discovers a batch of forgotten recipes and opens a bake stand to sell her Mammi’s raspberry pies, Veronica picks up a regular customer who gives her heart pause.

n Easter Promise A Willow Creek Amish Romance In the quiet village of Willow Creek, Emma Lapp lives a life of gentle rhythm—spinning thread, tending the family hearth, and keeping her heart tucked safely away. But when she’s asked to lead the community’s beloved Easter Garden project, Emma finds herself stepping into the light—and into the path of a man she thought she’d lost forever. Micah Troyer returns home unexpectedly, burdened by grief and a past he’s never fully faced. Accompanying him is Jonas, a silent orphaned boy whose guarded heart mirrors his own. As Emma works to ...

After Maria Mast's abusive ex-boyfriend is arrested for being involved in sex trafficking and modern-day slavery, she thinks she and her son, Carter, can safely return to her Amish community. But the danger has only just begun. Someone begins stalking her, and they want blood and revenge.

Read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited A love unreturned and a heart-stopping beauty to compete with, is it any wonder "plain" Katie Miller suffers in silence from a distance? And now could a sudden, dark turn of events be the catalyst to bring them together? Or is Katie left to stew in the envy of Betsy and her sisters forever? Life can be cruel, but the hope that burns in place of envy can win out, in this Amish Romance. This is a sweet, clean Amish romance, new from Emma Maas. She is the author of multiple #1 Amish best-sellers (in the Longings for Faith Trilogy). Read it now for just $0.99...

Rachel Yoder's heart shattered when her intended vanished without warning, leaving behind messages of eternal love. Even though he has now resurfaced, their once-promising future lies in ruins. Overhearing a conversation between her sister and brother-in-law, Rachel resolves to mend her broken heart by seeking new experiences and freedom, and venturing into the Englischer world. There, she encounters Conrad, an Englischer who intrigues and and attracts her. Will Rachel and Jacob navigate the wreckage of their past, rediscovering their profound love, or will Conrad entice Rachel to forsake ...