Jody Day

Jackie Shannon Hollis

A Childless Love Story

This Particular Happiness

How to Find Hope, Meaning and a Fulfilling Future Without Children

Living the Life Unexpected

Carol James

Wendy Davy

Mallary Mitchell

Robin Bayne

Lesa Henderson

In this six-story compilation, editors have created an entertaining mix of contemporary and suspense romances. Volume Three of this Christmas Collection has something for every "Christmas Romance" enthusiast. Christmas Hideaway by Wendy Davy: Security specialist Rylan Copeland follows Mandi, a material witness to a murder, into the mountains where she is hiding, but can Ryan convince her to testify in time or will a killer go free? (romantic suspense) A Covert Cowboy Christmas by Carol James: When a storm destroys Rebekah's Christmas plans, she's forced to spend Christmas with her brother and a chatty ranch hand, Dirk. But Dirk isn't who he seems. This Christmas just got interesting. (contemporary romance) Christmas Forever by Robin Bayne: Jason hasn't seen Cami in three years. Now she's back, with the son he'd wanted to claim as his own. Can he believe her newly found faith, or will she desert him, and God, again? (contemporary romance) Step-on Bride by Mallary Mitchell: In this witty engagement-of-convenience, Wyatt didn't propose to Marley; she found the heirloom engagement ring. Marley agrees to be Wyatt's fiancÉe for Christmas because he doesn't want to break his grandmother's heart, but is he risking his own? (contemporary romance) Mistletoe Misses by Jody Day: During a pandemic, concert pianist, Evan and RisÉ, a nurse, are forced into isolation. RisÉ is working with acutely ill patients and must keep her distance from Evan. Can their relationship hold when the world is falling apart? (contemporary romance) Someone to Watch over Me by Lesa Henderson: After witnessing a violent crime, Kit just wants to hide. U.S. Marshal Cameron Grainger is intrigued by the woman who collapses in his aunt's bed and breakfast. But what is she hiding? (romantic suspense)

Sweet Romantic Fiction Editors’ Choice Christmas Collection, Vol 3

Linda Carroll-Bradd

Karen Malley

Izzy James

Mary L. Ball

Enjoy six individual novellas in this volume two extravaganza! Compiled especially by editors to create an entertaining mix of contemporary and historical stories, this Christmas Collection has something for every "Christmas Romance" reading enthusiast. The Woodcarver's Snow-kissed Christmas by Izzy James : Reed is a man with a past, and Ann is a woman who wants to control her future. Can a risky proposition at Christmastide make them see each other in new light and bring a happily ever after for both of them? (historical romance) Saved by a Christmas Angel by Karen Malley: All Justin wants is a weekend in the mountains with his friend, but an unexpected accident leaves him in Lauren's care. He's not interested in Christmas or God, but will he change his tune after meeting Lauren? (contemporary romance) A Love Valley Christmas by Mary L. Ball: All Ty wants is a fresh start and a new pair of cowboy boots until he meets Susie. As Christmas Eve rolls around, can he convince Susie that love after thirty-five is worth the risk? And will Susie lead Ty to see that the Lord can be trusted? (contemporary romance) Silent Signals by Linda Carroll-Bradd: After losing half his cattle herd in the Great Blizzard of 1886, rancher Konrad Windsor needs a way to keep his cattle contained. Tomboy Anora Huxley trains the Australian Shepherds and Kelpies that run her family's herd. When these to clash, will Anora's heart be swayed by Konrad's grand gesture at the Christmas Eve church bazaar? (historical romance) Joy Express by Jody Day: An unspeakable evil descends upon Bailey as she awaits her ride to the opening ceremony of Barkley House. Can Scott find his pregnant wife, and will the shocking revelations that accompany Bailey's ordeal allow her to ever find joy again? (contemporary romantic fiction) Redeeming Christmas by Carol James: Olivia and Gabriel both have past hurts and secrets. Will they find the courage to share their secrets with each other and with God, and allow Him to redeem Christmas? (contemporary romance)

Sweet Romantic Fiction Editors' Choice Christmas Collection, Vol 2

‘The book to recommend to patients when they face coming to terms with unavoidable childlessness.' – British Medical Journal In Living the Life Unexpected, Jody Day addresses the experience of involuntary childlessness and provides a powerful, practical guide to help those negotiating a future without children come to terms with their grief; a grief that is only just beginning to be recognized by society. This friendly, practical, humorous and honest guide from one of the world’s most respected names in childless support offers compassion and understanding and shows how it’s possible to move towards a creative, happy, meaningful and fulfilling future – even if it’s not the one you had planned. Millions of people are now living a life without children, almost double that of a generation ago and the numbers are rising still. Although some are childfree by choice, many others are childless due to infertility or circumstance and are struggling to come to terms with their uncertain future. Although most people think that those without children either 'couldn't' or 'didn't want’ to be parents, the truth is much more complex. Jody Day was forty-four when she realized that her quest to be a mother was at an end. She presumed that she was through the toughest part, but over the next couple of years she was hit by waves of grief, despair and isolation. Eventually she found her way and in 2011 created Gateway Women, the global friendship and support network for childless women which has now helped almost two million people worldwide. This edition, previously titled Rocking the Life Unexpected, has been extensively revised and updated, with significant additional content and case studies from forty involuntarily childless people (mostly women) from around the world.

How to find hope, meaning and a fulfilling future without children

Evan Edwards faces another lonely Christmas in the dorm, so when he chances upon a rain-soaked ad for holiday room and board in exchange for decorating, he wastes no time in driving to the empty home, dreaming of a cozy, if lonely, Christmas. Across the street, Rise' Larkin is also home from school, and has some bad news for her Dad. As Evan and Rise's friendship deepens, and Christmas nears, Evan discovers he's been decorating the wrong house. Will this mix-up ruin everything?

Mistletoe Mix-up

Concert pianist Evan finally receives his big break. He's on tour playing his passion and getting paid well to do it, he's in love with a beautiful woman who just finished her own degree in nursing, and he's about to propose in extravagant style. Even though their relationship has been long distance, he plans to go home and start his new life with her. But then, the virus lockdown skews all his plans. Risé is working and living at a hospital with acutely ill patients. The precautions in place preclude any interaction with her family, with her friends, and with the man she is hoping will be her husband. How can he be, when no one knows how long this pandemic will last? Health protocols, full personal protection regalia, social distancing, and video-chatting aren't enough. How can their relationship hold when the world is falling apart? With wise words from those who love them, Evan and Risé find that being apart is hard, but with God, all things are possible.

Mistletoe Misses

Bailey Brown has just lost her job, her birthright, and her fianc&Ã&©. Loaded with enough insecurities to fill a suitcase, she prays for God to show her the way and then hits the road feeling like the ultimate loser. Exit 477: Washout Express. The roadside sign taunts Bailey. Is God confirming she's expressly washed-up? Or does He have something better for her waiting at the end of the exit ramp?

Washout Express

This 2-in-1 Anthology includes popular Christian Fiction from author Jody Day. Washout Express and the brand new Wedding Express.Washout Express:Bailey Brown has just lost her job, her birthright, and her fiancé. Loaded with enough insecurities to fill a suitcase, she prays for God to show her the way and then hits the road feeling like the ultimate loser.Exit 477: Washout Express. The roadside sign taunts Bailey. Is God confirming she's expressly washed-up? Or does He have something better for her waiting at the end of the exit ramp?View the book video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeRpl5WG7Oc______________________________Wedding Express:Scott West is about to marry the woman of his dreams, but when delayed grief and a life-or-death event jeopardizes their relationship, Scott is forced to ask himself what kind of man he really is. Can he own up to the truth and risk losing the love of his life? And if he does come clean, will it be enough for Bailey? Discover the power of hope, forgiveness, and love in Wedding Express.

Express Duet

Across the globe, millions of women are reaching their mid-forties without having had a child. Although some are child-free by choice, many others are childless by circumstance and are struggling in a life they didn't foresee. Most people think that women without children either 'couldn't' or 'didn't want to' be mothers. The truth is much more complex. Jody Day would have liked to have had children, but it didn't work out that way. At the age of 44 she realised that her quest to be a mother was at an end. She presumed that she was through the toughest part, but over the next couple of years she was hit by waves of grief, despair and isolation. Eventually she found her way and created the Gateway Women Network, helping many thousands of women worldwide. In Living the Life Unexpected, Jody Day addresses the taboo of childlessness and provides a powerful, practical 12 week guide to help women come to terms with their grief, and to move on to live creative, happy, meaningful and fulfilling lives without children.

12 Weeks to Your Plan B for a Meaningful and Fulfilling Future Without Children

A practical 12-week guide offering help and hope.Across the globe, millions of women are reaching their mid-forties without having had a child. Although some are child-free by choice, many others are childless by circumstance and are struggling in a life they didn't foresee. Most people think that women without children either 'couldn't' or 'didn't want to' be mothers. The truth is much more complex. Jody Day would have liked to have had children, but it didn't work out that way. At the age of forty-four she realized that her quest to be a mother was at an end. She presumed that she was through the toughest part, but over the next couple of years she was hit by waves of grief, despair and isolation. Eventually she found her way and created the Gateway Women Network, helping many thousands of women worldwide. In Living the Life Unexpected, Jody Day addresses the taboo of childlessness and provides a powerful, practical 12-week guide to help women come to terms with their grief, and to move on to live creative, happy, meaningful, and fulfilling lives without children.Previously titled Rocking the Life Unexpected, this inspiring and practical guide to a life without children has been extensively revised and updated, and includes significant additional content including extracts from the stories of 24 women and 2 men from around the world.

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