Finding her birth family was Kathy Dunstad's dream. When they found her it became more or a nightmare. Not only have they left her a wealthy woman, but also she must contend with skeletons in the closet as well as ghosts in the living room. Once she comes to grips with the dead, she must then deal with the living. There's more to consider than just her birth mother's family that offers financial stability. There is also her birth father that wants to give her emotional stability as well.
Rick Parker could hardly tell his boss no when he was asked to take a tour of senior citizens to Scandinavia, but he wasn't happy about it. He didn't like bimbo sitting with the young agents that worked for Collier Travel, it was even worse when he heard that Janice Walters would be escorting the other half of the group, it was far worse. A young bimbo agent was one thing, but one who was closer to his age and definitely not his type was another. The last thing Janice wanted to do was escort a tour of senior citizens but her boss, Glen Collier, was very persuasive. Hopefully, Rick, the eternal playboy, would stick to his portion of the group and she could stick to hers. The last thing she wanted was to have to deal with him on a daily basis for the two weeks the trip would last. Genre: Contemporary Romance
Can a simple crocheted snowflake contain magic? The Sullivan sisters think so. On Christmas Eve, 1958, Great Aunt Maude gives a unique snowflake ornament to each of them: Allegra—thirteen, Sonata—twelve, Melody—nine, and Carole—eight. Years later, they learn she might have crocheted a little something extra—a bit of magic and wisdom—into their gifts. In Snowflake Secrets, each sister, now grown, uncovers the magic of her unique ornament. As they confide their revelations to each other and their dying mother, they discover the secret they all share. Every narrative is unique and told in a different voice by four authors: Allegra by Lorna Collins; Sonata by Christie Shary; Melody by Luanna Rugh and Carole by Sherry Derr-Wille. Yet all their stories are woven together into the tapestry of Snowflake Secrets, an inspirational tale of family, love and finding that special joy that makes life worth living.
With the deaths of Suzanna and Ralph, JP is left to take over the Double M while Kenlyn oversees the fortunes of the family through the investment firm where she works. The future of K-Chemical/Colliers Industries rests in the hands of David Vasser and Scott Preston. The wars of the late 20th and early 21st century take their tolls as well on the residents of Corbit and the Double M. This is the fourth book in the epic Double M Series by multiple EPPIE AWARD Winning author Sherry Derr-Wille that includes: Book One: DOUBLE M: THE MALLONS Book Two: DOUBLE M: THE KENDRICKS Book Three: DOUBLE M: THE PARKHURSTS
Kelly has never had the honor of being a bridesmaid. Her size would make the bridal party look lopsided. When her cyber friend, Birdie, asks her to come to Arizona to be her maid-of-honor, Kelly jumps at the chance and plans a summer of traveling throughout the West. Little does she know that the man of her dreams will also be in Phoenix. JK has been in love with Kelly since the first time she logged onto the Big Beautiful People chat. Now he has a chance to meet her, but will she accept him? Having lost over two hundred pounds, he no longer qualifies him to be in the group, but to give it up would mean losing touch with Kelly. With determination, Kelly decides that if JK can lose the weight, so can she, but what will she do when she returns to Wisconsin and he stays in Los Angeles?
Best friends Kimi, Melinda, Jacque, and Lilianna grew up in Aspen Grove, Colorado, but went in separate directions after high school. Now they're invited to their twentieth high school reunion. They want to see each other again, but will they attend, and what stories will they have to share? Finding Love in Paradise by Lorna Collins When Kimi McGuire goes to Hawaii to discover her Hawaiian roots, she also finds Jason Nakagiri, a good-looking Hawaiian surfer who steals her heart. But is he truly the love of her life or just her dream of a soul mate? Love South of the Border Style by Christie Shary Melinda Miller falls hard while on a vacation in Mexico, but when he doesn't call, she believes her one chance at happiness has died. Is Juan Carlos merely a summer romance as she fears, or can their love survive time and distance? Love, Wisconsin Style by Sherry Derr-Wille Jacque Harris dreams of living in Scandinavia working as a translator, but a hasty marriage kills her dreams, trapping her in Wisconsin. Now divorced, is Bryan Chapman, the guy she meets in the grocery store, the start of the relationship of her dreams? Love Under the Northern Lights by Luanna Rugh Lilianna Anderson left town in humiliation the day after high school graduation, vowing never to return, but her mother's sixty-fifth birthday can't be ignored. When she runs into Russ Anthony, the high school sweetheart who betrayed her, can she find love again? Genre: Romance/Anthology
Mike Mallon is running away from his past. With his family's history, it is expected he will go to Mexico. Instead he goes north and founds the Double M Ranch in Corbit, Montana. Once there his life is intertwined with the men and women in the valley. Especially his wife, Janet, his best friend Nevada, the half breed, Maggie, and the town's founder, Ned Corbit. When the past catches up with Mike, it destroys not only his family but also touches the lives of everyone else in the valley. For better or for worse, Mike's temper ruins his relationship with many of those who have been closest to him. Only a bazaar twist of fate can right the wrongs and bring Mike the peace he so desires.
Queen Morgiana is faced with the worst possible of fates. Once she takes the throne, her world will be destroyed. In order to save her people she must marry a man whom she considers beneath her and travel to a new world, a thousand years away. Sorento has always known who will be his wife. When the Man Gods declare it will be Queen Morgiana, he is beside himself. Even knowing that their union is the only hope for his people, he is concerned for his future with a woman he does not love. Once in the new world, their love is given the opportunity to grow, but can it take root when two strong willed people occupy the same dwelling? His lack of interest in her and her limited skills where housekeeping are concerned threaten to tear them apart.
"Spring's Fling" by Sherry Derr-Wille:When Spring Morrison asks the Easter Bunny for a perfect man, she has no idea that her mother will use the opportunity to play matchmaker with Wade Parker. Does mother know best? "Summer's Challenge" by Luanna Rugh: Summer Woods is starting a new life with a new identity. Can Officer Nathan Lockhart protect her from her past while he’s falling in love with her? "Autumn's Blessing" by Christie Shary:Young and pregnant widow Deidre feels her life is over until she becomes the patient of Dr. Jeremy Saunders. Can he help her let go of the hurts and burdens that weigh her down and embrace life again? "Winter Song" by Lorna Collins:To Dan Jensen, life seems hopeless. But when he gets railroaded into performing in a Christmas musical, a lovely young woman named Amy Roberts provides more than musical assistance. She brings hope and the promise of a new life.
The Depression brings a new venture into the family of the Double M. When Suzanna buys K-Chemical, she becomes a businesswoman. The purchase is for her son, Jeff, as she desperately wants to keep in on the Double M and not lose him to the larger cities of the East in the way her mother lost Mallon. World War II brings the loss of life to the families in and around Corbit. As the shock wears off, Suzanna, now a widow and Ralph, who has been widowed for several years, find love and happiness in each other's arms. As Suzanna's life draws to a close, she looks back on the things she has accomplished. She has lived through two world wars, the great depression, Korea and Vietnam. Her ranch business interests have prospered. Now her grandson, JP, is ready to take on the challenges of running the Double M.
