Amish Fiction

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 the flames of tragedy consume his dreams, will the spark of love reignite his heart? In the close-knit Amish community of Cedar Creek, Caleb's hands, calloused from coaxing beauty from wood, speak louder than words. But when work on his greatest masterpiece falters, a chance encounter with Esther, whose quilts capture his eye and heart, offers unexpected inspiration. As their bond grows over shared craftsmanship and stolen glances, tragedy strikes, leaving Caleb questioning his faith and purpose. Even Esther's gentle spirit, which sees hope in life's most tattered moments, struggles to...

When God calls an Amish man to run a marathon, hearts and lives are forever changed. Reuben Oyer never wanted to prove himself to the English world, especially not to the arrogant Randy Stargell. But when a divine whisper urges him to accept an impossible challenge, Reuben finds himself torn between his peaceful Amish ways and an undeniable heavenly calling. As he laces up his running shoes, he discovers the race before him is about much more than crossing a finish line—it's about crossing the boundaries of faith, love, and community. Beautiful Amethyst Schlappach has always followed the ...

Two hearts on a quest for belonging: In a world where tradition clashes with turmoil, can young love bridge the divide? Rayquan Jackson, a foster child burdened by a troubled past, discovers an unexpected sanctuary with the Zook family. Aspiring to become a true Amish man and capture the heart of Lizzie Ebersole, Rayquan confronts the inner demons of his harsh history. Lizzie Ebersole shines as a beacon of hope for Rayquan, even in his darkest moments. When Rayquan learns of his mother's death, his behavior worsens—acting out at school and violating the Ordnung. Lizzie steadfastly ...

Foster child Fiona Nichols is a serial runaway. Now living with the Zook family, her life is filled with love, but also with rules and responsibilities. As Fiona watches Amish teenagers enjoying rumspringa liberties— a freedom denied to her—dissatisfaction escalates. When a trip out of town reveals a curious stranger, Fiona’s restlessness increases and she begins to search for answers to her past. Conrad King is perplexed by the sudden change in Fiona. Believing in his heart that the Amish community is her true home, Conrad hopes they will eventually wed. When he learns that Fiona has...

Being a thief is all Aladdin has ever known until he meets Jasmine Byler, the bishop’s stepdaughter, in Unity, Maine while trying to steal from her booth at the farmers’ market. Instead of reporting him to the police, she lets him keep the food he tried to steal, and Aladdin is stunned by her kindness. Aladdin isn’t Amish like her. In fact, he knows nothing about the Amish—but he’s determined to learn everything about the Amish that he can so that he can impersonate an Amish man and ask her on a date. How can a homeless thief like him pass as a righteous Amish man? What if she ...

Scarlett Schrock witnessed her father being killed by a rare coyote attack in the woods of Unity, Maine when she was sixteen, but not everyone in her Amish community believes her. Perhaps she was so overcome with grief that she imagined the entire thing. Scarlett always did have a wild imagination. But Scarlett knows what she saw, and she's determined to hunt down the coyote that took her father's life. After ten years with no coyote attacks, something vicious suddenly begins killing off livestock in the community at night. Scarlett knows the offending coyote has returned, so when a hunting...

All Judith Fischer ever wanted is to marry within her community and raise a family. She longs for the day when her parents will allow Levi Plank to officially court her. But on the day Judith suspects Levi will ask her parent's permission, her younger brother Samuel has an accident under her charge. Rushing to Samuel's aid, Judith spies a strange man helping him: a man she later believes was an angel. When she shares her conviction with her family and close friends, she is shocked to find that no one believes her, including Levi.

In the heart of Hopewell, Indiana, a celebration is on the horizon, bringing together the beloved characters from the previous tales of love, resilience, and family. Gabriel and Anna, Jonah and Grace, Matthew and Leah, Elijah and Miriam, and Caleb and Rebecca prepare for the town's annual harvest festival, a time to reflect on their journeys and embrace the future. The festival serves as a backdrop for old friendships to be rekindled and new relationships to blossom. Gabriel and Anna, now firmly united as a family, find themselves mentoring a young couple navigating the same uncertainties ...

Under the Harvest Moon by Beth Wiseman: When Naomi Dienner is suddenly widowed, she never expects to find love again...until she meets Brock Mulligan, an English family friend hired at harvest time. Will God open Naomi's heart - and give Brock his own second chance at love? Other stories: Love and Buggy Rides by Amy Clipston; Mischief in the Autumn Air by Vannetta Chapman; and A Quiet Love by Kathleen Fuller.

If you loved Jonah’s Redemption: Book 1 (available for free on Amazon), grab the rest of the series in this special boxed set featuring Books 2-5, plus a bonus epilogue and companion story, “Jonah's Reminiscence.” Mary Lou’s fiancé leaves her as soon as tragedy strikes. Unwilling to resent him, she chooses, instead, to find him. Her misfortunes pile up in her quest to return Jonah to the Amish faith, but she is undeterred, for God has given her a mission. Will Mary Lou’s faith be enough to help them get through the countless obstacles that are thrown their way? Do Jonah and Mary ...

A lost love, a shared grief, and the unexpected gift of a second chance. Widowed young, Sarah Yoder has returned to her family’s Amish community in Lancaster County, hoping to rebuild her life and provide stability for her daughter, Emma. But with her heart heavy from loss and her confidence shaken, the path forward seems more uncertain than ever—until a stray cat and a simple kindness open the door to an old friendship. Jacob Stoltzfus understands loss all too well, raising his son alone after his wife’s passing. His days are filled with sawdust and silence, but when Sarah steps back...

Can secrets from the past be forgiven in this Amish family drama series? After spending sixteen years in prison, Marie Cooper is forced to return to Sugarcreek, deep in Amish Country. Forced to take the only job available to her, she finds herself working for wealthy Nathan Bouteright. As her late husband’s memory continues to follow her, who will hold the key to unlock so many unanswered questions about her past? Will she be able to help Emma and Daniel come to terms with who they are, and can they forgive the one person who played God with their lives? When Marie struggles to get Nathan...

*Always FREE with Kindle Unlimited* A new dawn approaches. But heartbreak lies ahead. Ellie and Daniel are separated by a seemingly bottomless chasm of their own making. Emotions run high and patience runs thin. Only a willing heart can turn things around. But who will take the first step? Will Erin follow through on her threats, and what will happen if she does? Surprises are in store for everyone, and not all good. But not all are bad either, as there are surprising new beginnings for some. This is the third book in the Longings for Faith trilogy. Will faith finally prevail? Book 1: An ...

Rachel Lapp is a young Amish woman who is the daughter of the community’s bishop. She is in the midst of planning the annual Christmas Nativity play when newcomer Noah Miller arrives in town to spend Christmas with his cousins. Encouraged by her father to welcome the new arrival, Rachel asks Noah to be a part of the Nativity. Despite Rachel’s engagement to Samuel King, a local farmer, she finds herself irrevocably drawn to Noah and his carefree spirit. Reserved and slightly shy, Noah is hesitant to get involved in the play, but an unlikely friendship begins to develop between Rachel ...

Born a Native American but brought up Amish, Hester Zug, at age 20, flees her Amish home. Her father's too-tender care of her has made her stepmother wildly jealous, and so Hester sets off, knowing only that she can't stay. Hester's natural instincts for navigating the forests in colonial Pennsylvania, along with the book of medicines and remedies given to her by an aged Native American woman, allow her to survive until she gets sick from drinking river water.

After 10 years spent keeping house and raising her younger siblings, Sarah Yoder returns home to Promise Glen determined to make a fresh start. Her new job with neighbor Noah Raber's furniture business seems promising - until she and the woodworker clash over everything from the best way to reach new costumers to how to raise his mischievous six-year-old twin boys.

When a letter arrives from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Angela and Rose decide to visit Aunt Silvia, their mother's Mennonite sister, in the heart of Amish country. This vacation could provide the opportunity both sisters need to sort out their issues. And yet instead of finding a new way of connecting with each other, Angela and Rose discover surprising family secrets that add to their strife and threaten Rose's romance with a new beau.

Beekeeper Collette Riehl's life in Lancaster County takes an unexpected turn when a swarm of bees leads her to Marshall Petersheim, a handsome horse trainer with a severe bee allergy. As Collette balances family responsibilities and her passion for beekeeping, she finds herself drawn to Marshall, despite the potential dangers their relationship poses. Collette's innovative spirit and Marshall's traditional values clash and complement each other as they navigate the complexities of Amish life. Their growing bond is tested by family disapproval, community gossip, and the unpredictable forces ...

In Unity, Maine, Ella Ruth Holt sneaks out of her Amish home to a masquerade gala, hoping to escape her life of never-ending chores for just one night. As her father's oldest unmarried daughter, most of the responsibility of caring for her younger siblings is now hers ever since her mother passed away. Ella Ruth's new stepmother and stepsisters do little to help, only adding to her workload. At the masquerade gala, Ella Ruth has an instant connection to James Baldwin, the wealthy heir of a car dealership chain. She feels so drawn to him that she shows him the story she's been writing in her...