I created this children's book to express just how much my best friend means to me and also how incredibly happy I am for her to finally have a baby of her own. It was so much fun documenting such happy feelings of parenting into a childrens book- where I know so many other people can relate! There is no better feeling than watching your best friend get promoted to "Mom"!
Men, jobs, children, personal crises, irreconcilable social gaps—these are just a few of the strange and confusing reasons which may cause a female friendship to end. No matter the cause, the breakup of a female friendship leaves a woman devastated and asking herself difficult questions. Was someone to blame? Is the friendship worth fighting for? How can I prevent this from ever happening again? Even more upsetting is that women suffering from broken friendships often have no one to confide in; while the loss of a romantic partner garners sympathy among peers, discussing the loss of a platonic friend is often impossible without making other friends jealous or uncomfortable. Written by journalist and psychologist Irene Levine, Ph.D., Best Friends Forever is an uplifting and heroically honest book for abandoned friends seeking solace. Dr. Levine draws from the personal testimonials of thousands of women to provide anecdotes and groundbreaking solutions to these complicated situations. Offering tools for personal assessment, case stories, and actionable advice for saving, ending, or re-evaluating a relationship, Levine shows that breakups are sometimes inevitable. Although the dissolution of female friendships can be difficult, Best Friends Forever teaches women to stop blaming themselves and probing the wounds, and that the sad experience of a broken friendship can make them stronger people, and more able to handle their relationships with wisdom.
On a beautiful spring night Mindy Fenton went to bed thinking all was right in her world. Before it was over everything had changed—and not for the better. Mindy was awakened by Brendan Quinn with the news that her husband had been shot and killed. Now Mindy is alone, nearly broke and pregnant…and Quinn—a man who never hid his contempt for her—is the only one she can turn to.
One of Real Simple's Best Books of 2018 Liam Jones was the love of Juliet’s life. He was her brother’s best friend, then her best friend, then the father of her little boy. In those shining weeks after Zac was born, she had never been happier and neither had Liam. And then one night, Liam disappeared without a trace. Ten-year-old Zac Hutchinson collects facts: octopuses have three hearts, Usain Bolt is the fastest man on earth. But no one will tell him what happened to his father and where he went. When Juliet, inadvertently admits that his father is the only man she's ever loved, Zac decides he is going to find him and deliver his mom the happily ever after she deserves. But Liam left for a reason, and as Zac searches for clues of his father, Juliet begins to rebuild what shattered so many years ago. An unforgettable, heart-stopping story of the secrets we keep and of love in all of its many forms.
There is no way to begin without telling you the saddest part of the story. It's a love story, and it begins with a positive pregnancy test. But, it doesn't end with a baby."Everything was right on schedule in Brooke Taylor's meticulously planned world. She had checked off every box-the husband, the house, the dogs, the graduate degree, the (modest) savings account-and now, positive pregnancy test in hand, she had checked the most anticipated box of all. As a young couple with every dream seemingly within their grasp, the potential for looming tragedy wasn't even on their radar. The death of a child? That was an unfathomable abstraction, a terrible tragedy that could only happen to someone else.And then, in one fateful moment, the unimaginable became their reality.After 34 weeks of a textbook, uneventful pregnancy while expecting their first daughter, Eliza, in 2010, Brooke and her husband David were shocked when she went into labor weeks before her due date-and then absolutely blindsided when they arrived at the hospital only to be told that their beloved "Baby Duck" no longer had a heartbeat. This is the story of what comes next: of learning to live with a broken heart that keeps on beating, of picking up the pieces amidst the devastation of earth-shattering grief, and of finding a way to love life again-even when nothing goes according to plan. This is the story of surviving the death of a child, navigating the complexities of life after pregnancy loss, and discovering that grief can somehow become a part of our life without overtaking it completely.Unimaginable: Life after baby loss examines what it means to be a parent bereaved through stillbirth, and traces one mother's path back to a hopeful life.
From friends with benefits… To parents! Paramedic dream team Maggie and Joe aren’t just crewmates in the Aratika Rescue Service, they’re also best friends. Until a particularly perilous, adrenaline-fueled rescue leads to one hot night in the shower! But Maggie discovers their unexpected and intensely passionate encounter had life-changing consequences. Now with a baby on the way, she can’t help but wonder, can she and Joe ever be more than just good friends…? “This proved to be a heartwarming tale…I loved that Alison Roberts included our main characters’ full range of emotions, doubts, and hopes for the future to make this a well-rounded story.” — Harlequin Junkie on Twins on Her Doorstep “This had a little bit of everything, dipping its toes into fairytale waters and bringing a Cinderella-like feel…. And Alison Roberts balances everything pretty-much perfectly, bringing an uplifting romance between two endearing characters which simply leaves your heart sighing happily.” — Goodreads on Their Newborn Baby Gift
Meet Yarissa 'Yari' Maxiell, a 26-year-old hospital manager who lives in Henderson, Nevada. To outsiders, her life seems to be perfect and well put together, but that's not completely the case. She's ridiculed constantly by the ones she loves because she hasn't settled down yet. Yarissa is tired of being the butt of their jokes, so she takes the matter into her own hands. The idea she conjured up is far-fetched and risky, but most of all it involves one person; her lifetime friend Rome. Will he agree to her crazy idea? What will Yari's family think about it? Are feelings bound to emerge between the two friends? Will there be drama and unwanted visitors along the journey? Find out for yourself in "My Best Friend's Baby"
To be happy in life, you must realize the difference between what you need and what you want. Never learning this lesson, Porscha Alexander overlooked the fact that all of her needs were met and found herself obsessed over the things she wanted. Including her best friend's husband. Laced with beauty and brains, Porscha wanted everything handed to her on a silver platter. That was exactly what she got from her husband, Michael. Still, that wasn't enough for her. Her greed and determination brought her more than she bargained for. Michael considered himself to be a mogul in the real estate game. Partnered with his close friend, they were able to build their own company from the ground up. In fact, Michael stopped at nothing to achieve success. He prided himself on reading others and persuading them to follow his lead. So fixated on keeping up his fairytale lifestyle and keeping his secrets in the dark, he never saw his marriage falling apart. Keyanna hung up her working shoes to be a full-time mother. The birth of her son was one of the greatest blessings she could've asked for. She always believed she had it all, but the sudden change in her husband's behavior led to trust issues that neither of them were ready for. When giving the ultimatum to walk away from her marriage or her friendship with Porscha, the choice was easy for her; yet unexpected by others. Devon appeared to be the perfect man; at least to Keyanna. Owning his own construction and catering to Keyanna's every need. Playing the role of "Father of the Year," he is conflicted with bonding with his son or secretly living on the wild side. National Bestselling Author, Mz. Biggs, is back and bringing you twists and turns you'd never expect.
Megan and Daniel. BFF. Until one night puts their friendship to the ultimate test… Child psychiatrist Megan Latimer would trust family attorney Daniel Tremaine with her life—but never her heart. Danny’s far too attractive for any woman’s good…until one night changes everything. As if crossing the line weren’t cataclysmic enough, Megan and Danny just went from besties and professional colleagues to lovers and parents-to-be. As they work together to resolve a complex custody case, can they save a family and find their own happily-ever-after? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Sierra's Web Book 1: His Lost and Found Family Book 2: Reluctant Roommates Book 3: Tracking His Secret Child Book 4: Her Best Friend's Baby Book 5: Cold Case Sheriff Book 6: The Bounty Hunter's Baby Search Book 7: On the Run with His Bodyguard Book 8: Not Without Her Child Book 9: Old Dogs, New Truths
She was having his baby… Mary Jane Potter owed her best friend for practically raising her, so having a child for Arielle didn't seem like such a sacrifice—until Arielle's husband arrived with news that would change their lives forever… Morgan Tate had never been comfortable with the surrogate arrangement. Especially now that he was seeing Mary Jane as more than just his wife's best friend… Mary Jane knew Morgan wanted this baby more than anything. Only, suddenly, he seemed to want Mary Jane, too! And Mary Jane definitely enjoyed being wanted! But did Morgan see her as the love of his life—or simply the mother of his child?
