Revisit this classic western romance, book 5 in the Heart of Texas series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Nell Bishop, widowed mother of two children, is turning Twin Canyons into a dude ranch. One of her first guests is Travis Grant, a celebrity of sorts, a wannabe cowboy, an "Easterner" known for his books about the West. Nell’s kids are crazy about him, and Nell...she could fall for him herself. But it’s too soon to be thinking of love and marriage again. Too soon! Not only that, Travis seems intent on stirring up the town?by uncovering the mystery in its past... Originally published in 1998
Their first encounter was unpleasant, but their feelings for each other are only growing deeper… Nell has been looking after the ranch on her own since her husband passed away three years ago. One day, well-known author Travis Grant comes to town on a fact-finding mission after hearing a story about a ghost town. Not knowing who he is, Nell scolds him when she sees him taking pictures on the outskirts of town amid an oncoming storm. Though they aren’t off to a good start, Nell ends up letting Travis stay on the ranch when he can’t find a room anywhere else. As the two spend more time together, they can’t help it as their feelings for each other grow deeper…
Nell Bishop, widowed mother of two children, is turning Twin Canyons into a dude ranch. One of her first guests is Travis Grant, a celebrity of sorts, a wannabe cowboy, an Easterner known for his books about the West. Nell's kids are crazy about him, and Nell…she could fall for him herself. But it's too soon to be thinking of love and marriage again. Too soon! Not only that, Travis seems intent on stirring up the town—by uncovering the mystery in its past…. Look for more heartwarming titles from New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber, available now from Harlequin MIRA!
In "Nell's Cowboy," a widow running a ranch deals with a customer known for his writings on the West, while in "Lone Star Baby," minister Wade McMillen aids Amy Thornton when she shows up pregnant and alone in the town of Promise.
Join #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber as she visits the Heart of Texas! Welcome to Promise, Texas. It's a ranching town in the Texas hill country—and it's a place with a mysterious past. But Promise has a heart of goodness, and everyone here knows what really matters in life. Love, family, community… Now meet the people of Promise. They call her Dr. Texas. She's Jane Dickinson, a newly graduated physician from California who's working at the Promise clinic. They call him Mr. Grouch. Cal Patterson was left at the altar by his out-of-state fiancée, and he's not over it yet. Too bad Jane reminds him so much of the woman he's trying to forget! Dr. Texas Nell Bishop, widowed mother of two children, is turning Twin Canyons into a dude ranch. One of her first guests is Travis Grant, a wannabe cowboy, an Easterner known for his books about the West. Nell's kids are crazy about him, and Nell—she could fall for him herself. Except that it's too soon… Nell's Cowboy Wade McMillen might be a minister, but he's also a man. Is it as a man that he responds to the lovely young woman who shows up in Promise, pregnant and alone? Or as a man of God? Maybe it's both. Amy Thornton hopes to make a new life for herself and her baby, and she needs Reverend McMillen's help. What she wants is the love of a man named Wade. Lone Star Baby The Heart of Texas. There's no place like it!
The anthology "60 WESTERNS: Cowboy Adventures, Yukon & Oregon Trail Tales, Famous Outlaws, Gold Rush Adventures" encapsulates the essence and ethos of the American frontiers, offering an exploratory journey through the diverse terrains of Western literature. This collection is remarkable not only for the breadth of its geographic and thematic scope but also for the variety of its literary styles, including adventure tales, reflective narratives, and depictions of historical events. The selected works engage deeply with the complexities of frontier life, reflecting on the themes of bravery, exploration, conflict, and the relentless pursuit of freedom and prosperity. Standout pieces within the collection vividly reanimate the rugged landscapes of the American West, making tangible the untamed spirit of its inhabitants and the period's cultural ethos. The contributing authors and editors to this comprehensive collection bring a wealth of perspectives to the evocation of the Western experience. Comprising icons such as Mark Twain, Jack London, and Willa Cather, among others, the anthology intersects with critical historical, cultural, and literary movements spanning the tumultuous Gold Rush era to the mythic storytelling of the Yukon. The magnitude of contributing talents provides a panoramic view of the West, delving into its legends, its hardships, and its enduring allure. Collectively, their works offer profound insights into the transformation of the American landscape and identity. "60 WESTERNS" invites readers to traverse the rich and varied landscapes of Western American literature. Each story, drawn from a unique voice and perspective, weaves together a broader narrative of struggle, survival, and triumph against the backdrop of some of history's most defining moments and locales. This anthology stands as an indispensable resource for students, historians, and literature aficionados alike, fostering a deeper appreciation for the multifaceted tapestry of Western American culture and the narrative potential it holds. Through engaging with this extensive collection, readers are given the unique opportunity to explore the frontiers of human experience, guided by some of the most influential voices of American literature.
Get your spurs and saddles on and ride alongside the heroes, cowboys and outlaws in the Wild West. E-artnow presents this meticulously edited collection of the carefully selected - best and most exciting Westerns:_x000D_ Rebel Spurs (Andre Norton)_x000D_ Ride Proud, Rebel! (Andre Norton) _x000D_ The Bandit of Hell's Bend (Edgar Rice Burroughs)_x000D_ Riders of the Purple Sage (Zane Grey)_x000D_ The Rainbow Trail (Zane Grey)_x000D_ The Spirit of the Border (Zane Grey)_x000D_ Winnetou (Karl May)_x000D_ The Untamed (Max Brand)_x000D_ The Night Horseman (Max Brand)_x000D_ The Seventh Man (Max Brand)_x000D_ The Virginian: A Horseman of the Plains (Owen Wister)_x000D_ The Last of the Mohicans (James Fenimore Cooper)_x000D_ The Prairie (James Fenimore Cooper)_x000D_ Chip, of the Flying U (B. M. Bower)_x000D_ The Flying U Ranch (B. M. Bower)_x000D_ The Flying U's Last Stand (B. M. Bower)_x000D_ Cabin Fever (B. M. Bower)_x000D_ Rimrock Trail (J. Allan Dunn)_x000D_ The 'Breckinridge Elkins' Series (Robert E. Howard)_x000D_ The Outcasts of Poker Flat (Bret Harte)_x000D_ Heart of the West (O. Henry)_x000D_ White Fang (Jack London)_x000D_ The Wolf Hunters (James Oliver Curwood)_x000D_ The Log of a Cowboy: A Narrative of the Old Trail Days (Andy Adams)_x000D_ The Two-Gun Man (Charles Alden Seltzer)_x000D_ The Law of the Land (Emerson Hough)_x000D_ The Short Cut (Jackson Gregory)_x000D_ Whispering Smith (Frank H. Spearman)_x000D_ A Texas Cow Boy (Charles Siringo)_x000D_ The Desert Trail (Dane Coolidge)_x000D_ Hidden Water (Dane Coolidge)_x000D_ That Girl Montana (Marah Ellis Ryan)_x000D_ A Voice in the Wilderness (Grace Livingston Hill)_x000D_ The Rules of the Game (Stewart Edward White)_x000D_ Paid Off (Walt Coburn)_x000D_ The Lonesome Trail (John Neihardt)_x000D_ Spawn of the Desert (W. C. Tuttle)_x000D_ A Texas Ranger (William MacLeod Raine)_x000D_ Gunsight Pass (William MacLeod Raine)_x000D_ The Conquest (Oscar Micheaux)_x000D_ John Brent (Theodore Winthrop)_x000D_ The Lone Ranger Rides (Fran Striker)_x000D_ The Heart of Canyon Pass (Thomas Holmes) _x000D_ The Lions of the Lord (Harry Leon Wilson) _x000D_ Raw Gold (Bertrand William Sinclair)_x000D_ The Valley of the Giants (Peter B. Kyne)...
Two emotional stories of finding home in the West Montana by Debbie Macomber When Molly learns that her grandfather is ill, she packs up her sons without a second thought and makes the long drive home to Sweetgrass, Montana. But she immediately has questions about the stranger working on her grandfather’s ranch. Just who is Sam Dakota? Why doesn’t the sheriff trust him? Despite everything, Molly can’t deny her attraction to Sam—until her ailing grandfather tries to push them into marriage. Some borders aren’t so easy to cross… Ransom Canyon by Jodi Thomas Rancher Staten Kirkland is rugged and practical to the last. But when his troubling memories threaten to overwhelm him, the lovely, reclusive Quinn O’Grady is there to catch him. Young Lucas Reyes has his eye on the prize—college. But one night, one wrong decision will set his life on a course even he hadn’t imagined. Yancy Grey is running hard from his troubled past. But Yancy isn’t prepared for what he encounters in the good people of Ransom Canyon…
Return to Promise, Texas, in this favorite series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber, now with four classic romances in one box set! Promise is a ranching town in the Texas hill country—and it’s a place with a mysterious past. But Promise has a heart of goodness, and everyone here knows what really matters in life. Love, family, community… Nell’s Cowboy Widowed mom Nell Bishop’s first guest at her new dude ranch is a celebrity who is stirring up the town—and some uncomfortable feelings in Nell. Lone Star Baby Amy Thornton hopes to make a new life for herself and her baby, and to do that, she needs Reverend McMillen’s help, his compassion. What she wants, however, is his love as a regular man. Promise, Texas Newcomer Annie Applegate opens a bookstore in town. Some might say Annie does things backward. She marries a widowed veterinarian for the sake of his kids…and discovers that marriage can lead to love. Return to Promise Cal and Jane Patterson are forced to confront what they really want in life. How seriously does Cal take his marriage vows? And how important is Promise to Jane? Is there hope for a reconciliation—in time for Christmas?
Welcome to Promise, a small town in the heart of Texas where the neighbors are friendly and you might just find love. Caroline’s Child Everyone in town is curious, but no one’s ever asked who the father of Caroline Daniels’s child is—and they never will. The people of this tight community are protective of her and little five-year-old Maggie. They care. Especially rancher Grady Weston, who’s beginning to realize he cares even more than most… Dr. Texas They call her Dr. Texas. Jane Dickinson, a newly graduated physician from California, will be working at the Promise clinic—but just for a couple years before heading home. They call him Mr. Grouch. Cal Patterson was left at the altar by his out-of-state fiancée, and he’s not over it yet. Too bad Jane reminds him so much of the woman he’s trying to forget.
