Sunshine and Starfish


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Jane Everly thrives in the tranquil embrace of her coastal North Carolina hometown. As the proud owner of a charming pet store, she has woven herself into the vibrant tapestry of the community. Her routine is a symphony of beachside walks, sunrises from her porch, and the comforting presence of her furry friends. Having experienced the profound loss of her spouse at an early age, Jane has embraced contentment, grateful for the love she once found. On the flip side of fate, Hayden Moore's life is a whirlwind on wheels. Maneuvering an eighteen-wheeler across the map, he's accustomed to a nomadic existence, with only his dog and his truck for companionship. Deep-rooted connections are a luxury he can't afford, not when every mile is a paycheck, and every pit stop is a chance to rest his tired eyes. But fate, as it often does, weaves the unexpected. When Jane and Hayden's worlds collide at the crossroads of a small coastal town, their defenses are tested. Jane's close-knit community envelops Hayden, revealing the beauty of human bonds he's never known. As their paths intertwine during a sun-soaked summer, Hayden's focus on work begins to waver as his heart softens. Amid the backdrop of salty breezes and sandy shores, Jane's unwavering faith casts a gentle light on Hayden's life. And Hayden's nightly calls to his ailing mother paint a poignant picture of his devotion beyond the highway's horizon. Can the magic of a beachside community and the power of unwavering faith guide two souls toward a love they never sought? In a summer of serendipity, Jane and Hayden discover that sometimes, the heart knows where the journey truly leads.




Planet Earth Is Blue


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"Tender and illuminating. A beautiful debut." --Rebecca Stead, Newbery Medal-winning author of When You Reach Me A heartrending and hopeful debut novel about a nonverbal girl and her passion for space exploration, for fans of See You in the Cosmos, Mockingbird, and The Thing About Jellyfish. Twelve-year-old Nova is eagerly awaiting the launch of the space shuttle Challenger--it's the first time a teacher is going into space, and kids across America will watch the event on live TV in their classrooms. Nova and her big sister, Bridget, share a love of astronomy and the space program. They planned to watch the launch together. But Bridget has disappeared, and Nova is in a new foster home. While foster families and teachers dismiss Nova as severely autistic and nonverbal, Bridget understands how intelligent and special Nova is, and all that she can't express. As the liftoff draws closer, Nova's new foster family and teachers begin to see her potential, and for the first time, she is making friends without Bridget. But every day, she's counting down to the launch, and to the moment when she'll see Bridget again. Because Bridget said, "No matter what, I'll be there. I promise."







Tilda Sunshine Sewing


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12 projects are themed around coast and countryside, with motifs of lemons, trees, birds, octopuses, mermaids, jellyfish, whales and starfish, including two quilts, pillows, soft toys and fabric bowls







Sunshine State Almanac and Book of Florida-related Stuff


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Chock-full of statistics, recipes, photos, and helpful, fascinating stuff of, from, and about Florida.










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You're in my Sun, Block


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You’re in my sun! Those are the words Emily finds herself shouting at a stranger on her Fourth of July vacation weekend. The attractive but infuriating Block manages to cast a shadow on not only Emily, but on her vacation weekend with his optimism. As Block challenges her to let loose and join his adventurous spirit, she goes toe-to-toe with her anxiety, and finds herself cautiously opening up to the possibility of a connection. Fleeting or not. With every minute spent with Block, Emily feels herself cool down, and she finally relaxes in the shade. Block guides Emily through stormy seas, and the waves no longer crash around her, she can find her own way through the riptide. A holiday whirlwind romance becomes a testament to the power of connection and the healing properties of love.