Small Life

Disappearing wasn’t going to be enough…they needed a plan…some answers…and a safe place so they could figure out what to do next and stop running in circles trying to stay one step ahead of the guys who seemed to want her dead. Simon Sullivan might not be who Ava always believed him to be, but along with his brother, he’d spent his life trying to protect her. That wasn’t going to change especially now when everything they’d planned for, hoping against hope it would never be needed, was playing out exactly as they’d feared. But he’s not alone. Harper Riley isn’t about to ...

A love story between two people who weren’t looking for love but found it when they least expected to, a mystery tragically rooted in their family’s history, and a heartwrenching secret…Sometimes…especially when least expected…love is simply meant to be… Mac Cooper is on his way to Spring Falls to meet the family who according to his family history aren’t suppose to exist. He has no idea what kind of reception he’s going to get especially when he informs them that his ancestor was very possibly a reformed criminal who left Spring Falls with their ancestor under questionable ...

She’d waited years for this moment…for him. You can always go home…but what will you find when you do. Jonathan Hansen is about to find out. For years they’ve hidden a huge secret…an island that was home to their small town, the families and friends who live there, and the secrets they've kept for generations. But danger might be right beyond the water’s edge. Together, two guarded hearts are willing to face the impending threat and the danger it poses to the tranquility of their home. Ainslin O’Cleary wasn’t the type to over-react but she was beginning to feel a little ...

To her quaint New England community, she's the sweet owner of Annie's Pies, but the world knows Annie Smith as someone else entirely. When the threat moves closer to home, Annie must choose between life as she knows it or the unknown. Miles Zhou is no stranger to a fight. A decade in the ring as an MMA fighter taught him a thing or two about adversity—and how to take down a threat quickly and quietly. He's the perfect addition to the executive protection team. Playing bodyguard to a small-town baker shouldn't be a difficult job, but Annie Smith isn't sugar and spice and everything nice.

In the finale book of the Winding Creek series, "The Fresh Start," we explore the enduring bond between mother and daughter. As secrets unfold and unexpected revelations come to light, Stella and Julie navigate the complexities of their relationship, striving to mend the fractures of the past and build a future defined by love and understanding. This heartfelt story invites readers on an emotional journey of forgiveness, and the transformative power of family. "The Fresh Start" is a tender exploration of the ties that bind us, proving that, even in the face of life's challenges, the ...

As an ex-Navy SEAL, I faced unimaginable battles and unspeakable horrors… I was broken and driven to push away those who mattered most to me. Until a ghost from my past came roaring back into my life, looking strikingly beautiful yet just as shattered as the day I cast her aside. "Addison," I murmured, barely believing she was standing before me. The moment our eyes meet, it's like a bolt of lightning to my heart. Something is wrong, though. She claims she's not my Addison, but every fiber in me knows it's her. Guilt and regret crash over me for pushing her out of my life. I threw away ...

Single mom Heather Donovan’s dreams of home and family are tantalizingly within reach when she settles in Chesapeake Shores. The welcoming arms of the boisterous, loving O’Brien clan embrace her and her son. But accepting their support seems to further alienate her son’s father, Connor O’Brien. His parents’ divorce and his career as a high-powered divorce attorney have left him jaded about marriage. Then everything changes. Will the possibility of a future without Heather make Connor look at love and his career differently?

Long before Dr. Fingal Flahertie O’Reilly made most listeners’ acquaintance in Patrick Taylor's best-selling novel An Irish Country Doctor, he appeared in a series of humorous columns originally published in Stitches: The Journal of Medical Humour. These warm and wryly amusing vignettes provide an early glimpse at the redoubtable Dr. O’Reilly as he tends to the colourful and eccentric residents of Ballybucklebo, a cozy Ulster village nestled in the bygone years of the early '60s.

A sweet Christmas romance that proves love has no age limit.I’m known throughout Holly Ridge for my sharp tongue and my big heart for animals. When charming, retired jazz pianist Bernard Ryerson starts volunteering at the animal shelter, I’m determined to keep my distance—even if his twinkling hazel eyes and easy smile make that harder than it should be. As we work together preparing for the town’s Christmas festival, his thoughtfulness starts to chip away at the walls I’ve built around my heart. But I can tell he’s hiding something—a sadness behind his smile. He’s come to ...

She never saw him coming. Harvey is convinced his wife is fooling around with Audrey’s husband. Her best friend with her husband? No way. Audrey has never had reason to be suspicious…until now. When both couples take off for a Caribbean vacation, the truth unravels in a shocking way. As Audrey and Harvey find comfort in each other-- in more ways than one—she wonders if it’s all a ploy to get revenge on their spouses. But with her heart on the line-- and a hurricane brewing-- is she brave enough to risk another betrayal? Fall in love with Cosette Hale’s captivating debut novel ...

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.

The author guides you through a step by step process to lead you to back to health using running. He offers a great step by step guide and encouragement so you can succeed. Run for fitness, run for your health, run to change your life. Inspirational self help book that makes a monumental change easy.

The Trevino family hasn’t spent much quality time together lately. But as the summer months arrive, they find themselves all together on Block Island. Amy Trevino, a high school teacher and occasional theater director, has stayed close to her Rhode Island hometown while her famous brother, Timothy, pursued and achieved his Hollywood dreams. When Timothy returns to Block Island to direct a summer play, Amy agrees to be the production manager in an effort to mend rifting family relationships.

Sisters Amanda Foster and Erin Turner have little in common except the childhood bedroom they once shared and the certainty each feels that her way of life is best. Amanda follows the rules - at the school where she works; in her community; and as a picture-perfect daughter, wife, and mother-to-be. Erin follows her heart - in love and otherwise - living a bohemian lifestyle on a shoestring budget and honoring her late father’s memory with a passion for music and her fledgling bath-products business.

Sarah Grant appeared at Luna Vista Ranch like a storm blowing in from nowhere. She’s trespassing, but it’s her blue eyes—reflecting the sky above—that catch me harder than any apprehension. Fourteen years younger, a train wreck of vulnerability and courage. She’s settled here on my land with nothing but a backpack and a broken heart. I’m John Hearst, the reluctant cowboy whose ranch she stumbled upon. I’m better with horses than people, and love’s a pasture I’ve fenced off since Lauren left this world. But here she stands, sunshine cutting through my rugged resolve. ...

Twice in her life, college counselor Gayla Oliver fell in love at first sight. The first time was with Brian - a lean, longhaired, British bass player. Marriage followed quickly, then twins, and gradually their bohemian lifestyle gave way to busy careers in New York. Gayla's second love affair is with New Bern, Connecticut. Like Brian, the laid-back town is charming without trying too hard. It's the ideal place to buy a second home and reignite the spark in their 26-year marriage. Not that Gayla is worried. At least, not until she finds a discarded memo in which Brian admits to a past affair....

Our daughter orchestrates a parent trap, hoping for a Christmas miracle. He’s my first love, my husband, my heartbreak. Jimmy's salt-and-pepper hair and rugged face still make my knees go weak. But memories of the fire that broke our marriage burn between us like dying embers. The imminent birth of our first grandchild and the resurrection of my parents' bakery brings us back together. Now, we're snowed in at Evergreen Inn, and forced to confront our past. As we frost cookies side by side, old flames threaten to reignite. This Christmas reunion could save our family's legacy or destroy it...

Homesteading has been on the rise lately as more and more people are deciding to become self-sufficient. But where do you even begin? "The Self Sufficient Life" is here to help you navigate the exciting and rewarding journey of homesteading! In this comprehensive eBook, you will explore the benefits of self-sufficiency and discover how to find and assess the perfect land to start your homestead. You'll dive into essential skills such as composting, basic carpentry, and seed saving, and learn how to raise livestock, grow your own crops, and preserve your food. "The Ultimate Homesteading ...

A Grumpy Farmer. A Spirited Nurse. A Raging Storm. A storm wreaks havoc on our small town of Oak Glen. Hunter, the dedicated single father and volunteer, battles the elements with determination. When a crucial tip comes my way, I brave the storm to find him. We're thrown together, awaiting the storm's lull. Without warning sparks ignite in unexpected places. Beneath his tough exterior lies a man worth uncovering. His protective instincts stir a warmth in my heart. A feeling I thought I'd lost forever. I vowed to never let a man close enough to hurt me or my daughters again. Now I stand at a...

When love slips through your fingers... ...how do you get it back? Marrying his childhood sweetheart was a dream come true. Then tragedy struck—more than once, and Max’s dreams shatter. Now, he's one half of a relationship, barely going through the motions. Dependent on her work to keep her mind occupied, Abby’s greatest fear is that she is no longer the wife Max deserves. He’s been there for her every step of the way through their horrific journey—until she pushed him away. The fog finally lifts and Abby’s searching for a way to get back what they had. But what if she gambles ...