Small Life

Sometimes the love you need is right in front of you. Cathy McIntosh has lived her entire life in the small mountain town of Pine Meadows, Montana. A widow for the last eight years, she gave up on romance when her husband passed. Now that her sons are grown and living on their own, she’s content to live alone in her small bungalow with her chihuahua, Sparky. After all, she has many good friends to keep her company, especially Jerimiah Thorne. Jerimiah became a widower twelve years ago when his kids were still young. He doesn’t know how he would have made it through the tough times ...

With two protective older brothers and a traditional Catholic Italian mother, it’s surprising that Chloe D’Angelo can manage a date without someone in the family naysaying her romantic choice. And Dante Mancuso…oh, no. Her brother’s best friend is not a dating-app right swipe. But when they are left unsupervised on a late night in Vegas, all of that changes. Add in a Vegas wedding chapel and a couple of “I dos” and Chloe wakes up with a ring on her finger and a hangover. Dating Dante was always a secret desire, but marriage?

Sinister secrets hidden by the tranquil waters of an Ozarks lake. Can married amateur sleuths bait and capture a killer before the truth slips away? Kirkus Reviews—“A fine whodunit featuring a delightful cast whom readers will love—or love to hate.” After newlyweds Elizabeth and Jonas Trout arrive to settle her grandmother's estate, they quickly find themselves embroiled in a treacherous mystery when Elizabeth is implicated in the murder of the property manager. With mounting evidence and the Southern small-town sheriff convinced of her guilt, Elizabeth and Jonas must fish for clues...

Life is meant to be savored, but that’s not easy with no family, limited prospects, and a past you’d rather not talk about. Still, Callie Smith doesn’t know how to feel when she discovers she has a brother and a sister - Malcolm, who grew up with affection, wealth, and privilege, and Keira, a streetwise 12-year-old. Despite her trepidation, she moves into the grand family home with her siblings and grandfather on the shores of Lake Washington, hoping just maybe this will be the start of a whole new life. But starting over can be messy.

Long before Hank Crawford arrived in the waters of Ketchikan, his partners and compatriots were already in love with its shores. Following the final, crushing moments of World War II, Japanese officer Kiyoshi Tsurifune, Sergeant Jones Henry, and Resistance fighter Swede Scorden struggle to regain normalcy and any contact with the shimmering, fish-filled sea. Lost honor, fallen friends, their cultural identities gone in the wake of a nuclear blast - these fishermen-turned-soldiers have a long way to go till they regain the waters in which they feel most at home.

An inspirational story of love, friendship, and the power of starting over. When the future of Lighthouse Cove's beloved historical landmark hangs in the balance, a small town rallies against the forces of greed to preserve its heritage and secure its future. But when heartbreak and betrayal loom over their most passionate defenders, can they find the strength to fight not just for the land but for their own second chances? Dani Thompson, a dedicated counselor, has always called Lighthouse Cove home, where she helps those grappling with chronic illnesses find peace. However, when a ...

All her life, Epiphany Salerno has been tossed like a dandelion seed on the wind. Now, at 16, she must move to the low-rent side of Blue Sky Hill and work where she's not wanted: in an upscale home on The Hill. J. Norman Alvord's daughter has hired a teenager to stay with him in the afternoons. Widowed and suffering from heart trouble, Norman wants to be left alone. But in Epie's presence, Norman discovers a mystery. Deep in his mind lie memories of another house, another life, and a woman who saved him.

After years of selflessly caring for her late father, Sheila uproots her life in search of peace—and finds far more than she expected in the quaint town of Willow Heights. Amid lingering guilt over her growing happiness, Sheila can’t help but feel at home in a community that welcomes her with open arms. As she reconnects with her sister, DeeAnn, and forges new friendships, Sheila discovers that despite her grief, she deserves a chance at real joy…and maybe even love. But Sheila isn’t the only one navigating unexpected turns. Alice, the bright new assistant to Willow Heights’ ...

Meet Linda Breland, single parent of two teenage daughters. The oldest, Lindsey, who always held her younger sister in check, is leaving for college. And Gracie, her Tasmanian devil, is giving her nightmares. Linda's personal life? Well, between the married men, the cold New Jersey winters, her pinched wallet and her ex-husband who marries a beautiful, successful woman ten years younger than she is - let's just say, Linda has seen enough to fill 1000 pages.

Small Graces is a journey into the sacred moments that illuminate our everyday lives. In 20 elegant pieces, writer, sculptor, and theologian Kent Nerburn celebrates the daily rituals that reveal our deeper truths. Through the exploration of simple acts, Small Graces reminds us to chart a course each day that nourishes the soul, honors the body, and engages the mind.

If you own a small business, you will understand this book.

No one knows why Dixie’s son is standing there, on Christmas Day, no less. And he doesn’t look happy. Dixie is keeping a big secret that will shake up everyone around her. Julie’s daughter, Colleen, is coming home for a visit, but she’s not alone. Janine makes a new friend, but nobody is thrilled about it. Julie and Dawson question their budding relationship. Will they move forward or decide that being friends is the best way to go? There’s so much happening on this little island, including the return of Julie’s ex husband and a shocking surprise at the end.

He was my almost. My never-was. The kiss I gave too late. 💔 I came back to Gracewood to start over—alone. My husband’s been gone three years. I’ve buried the life we built. And I’ve buried the secret I never told anyone… That I kissed James Iron the night before my wedding. He was my husband’s best friend. The quiet one. The protector. The man who never said how he felt—because he didn’t have to. I knew. I always knew. 💥 Now he’s back in my life, fixing up the old farmhouse like nothing’s changed. Like we haven’t spent two decades pretending that night didn’t ...

In a world where meaningful connections are more important than ever, mastering the art of small talk can be a game-changer. "Mastering Small Talk: Building Confidence and Strategies for Engaging Conversations" is your essential guide to transforming those initial, often awkward exchanges into genuine, lasting relationships. Whether you’re navigating social gatherings, professional settings, or networking events, this book provides the tools and techniques to engage in confident and effective small talk.

Sweets & Treats opened to enthusiastic response from customers, but a summer of torrential rain has dampened sales—and Clara’s mood. Determined to make her patisserie dream a reality, she’s working around the clock to refine her business model and attract customers. Meanwhile, Maisie has launched her cooking school, adding new classes to meet growing demand. Both women find themselves inundated with unsolicited advice from the men in their lives, leading them to rely on each other for support and encouragement. Tensions rise as Kurt wonders if Clara has time for their relationship. ...

In the latest novel from Susan Gregg Gilmore, sometimes you have to return to the place where you began to arrive at the place where you belong.

Born and raised in idyllic Sullivan's Island, Susan Hayes navigated through her turbulent childhood with humor, spunk, and characteristic Southern sass. But years later, she is a conflicted woman with an unfaithful husband, a sometimes resentful teenage daughter, and a heart that aches with painful, poignant memories. And as Susan faces her uncertain future, she realizes that she must go back to her past. To the beachfront house where her sister welcomes her with open arms.

Are you waging a private war—against yourself? You're not alone. The goal in war is to win—but what if in this war, the only way to win is to surrender? It's strange, isn't it? We desire God’s peace yet cling to the illusion that we’re in control. We hunger for righteousness but continue to indulge the cravings of our flesh. We long for love while refusing to be open and vulnerable. We can be our own worst enemy. So, how do we relinquish control and surrender to God? The Way of the Shepherd explores the sources of our internal war and the Biblical solutions that bring genuine peace....

Discover Love, Laughter, and Danger in Whispering Pines! Tabitha Greer, a middle-aged witch, arrives in Whispering Pines to claim a magical artifact left to her by her deceased grandmother. There's just one catch to inherit it: she must stay in town for a year or get engaged to a resident. When a hunky and charming bear shifter suggests they fake a relationship, Tabitha wonders if she can keep her feelings in check while playing pretend. Bram Hartley is tired of his mother's constant meddling in his love life. So, when he meets the enchanting Tabitha who needs a fake boyfriend, he jumps at ...

When a Texas rancher meets a stubborn island veterinarian, sparks fly—and not only the romantic kind. Dr. Elaine Hopewell came to Chincoteague Island to rebuild her shattered career, finding solace in the wild ponies she’s devoted herself to protecting. The last thing she needs is Cole Walker—an arrogant Texas cowboy with a poorly behaved cattle dog—disrupting her research and her carefully isolated life. Cole has one mission: investigate a suspicious breeding operation and return to his family’s ranch. Simple and temporary. But when he discovers Ellie’s fight to save ponies ...