Katelyn's Choice


Book Description

Will Katelyn ever find the love she desires? She breaks her engagement to John Pierre when his mother threatens to disown him if he marries outside of his denomination. She experiences a job change that places her with other Christians. As Katelyn begins her new job at Designs by De, she finds herself continually in meetings with one of the designers, Patrick O'Kelly. She has never met anyone quite like him. Where does he fit into the picture? Or does he? At Mardi Gras with her friend, Jessica, Katelyn meets Beau. He is tall, dark, handsome, and has a smile others swoon over. Is it possible that she could find Mr. Right immediately? Jessica doesn't think so. What will she discover when she returns to her Midwest roots? Will God ever bring her face-to-face with Mr. Right?




Katelyn's Choice


Book Description

The Gilded Age comes to life in this first installment of the Thousand Islands Series! Katelyn Kavanagh's mother dreamed her daughter would one day escape the oppressive environment of their Upstate New York farm for service in the enchanting Thousand Islands, home to Gilded Age millionaires. But when her wish comes true, Katelyn finds herself in the service of none other than the famous George Pullman, and the transition proves anything but easy. Thomas O'Neill, brother of her best friend, is all grown up and also working on Pullman Island. Despite Thomas' efforts to help the irresistible Katelyn adjust to the intricacies of her new world, she just can't seem to tame her gossiping tongue--even when the information she's privy to could endanger her job, the 1872 re-election of Pullman guest President Ulysses S. Grant, and the love of the man of her dreams. Written for the General Market (G) Contains little or no; sexual dialogue or situations, violence, or strong language.




The People We Choose


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When 17-year-old Calliope meets her new neighbor Max, their connection is instantaneous, but the revelation of her sperm donor’s identity changes everything. Calliope Silversmith has always had just two friends in her small Pennsylvania town, Ginger and Noah, and she's fine with that. She's never wanted anything more than her best friends, her moms, their house in the woods, and their family-run yoga studio--except maybe knowing who her sperm donor is. Her curiosity has been building for years, and she can finally find out this summer when she turns eighteen. Then Max and his family move into the house across the woods from Calliope, and she immediately feels a special connection with her new neighbor, one that feels different than just friendship. The stability of her longtime trio wavers over the next few weeks as she and Max start to spend more time together. But when Calliope makes contact with her sperm donor she learns a surprising truth: her donor is Max's father. How is this even possible? As she and Max struggle to redefine their friendship now that they know they’re half-siblings, Calliope realizes she has much to gain by recognizing and accepting that family is both the one she has been born into, and the one she chooses to make. Perfect for readers looking for stories about family dynamics and fans of The Other F-Word by Natasha Friend.




Pints North


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Crack open a cold one and venture into the fun and exciting world of Minnesota craft beers, taprooms, and brewmasters with this inside look at beer making and beer culture.




Piglette


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Will a pristine piglet find perfection in Paris? Piglette can be a bit particular by her siblings' standards. She always wants everything to be perfect. While her many brothers and sisters like rolling in the mud, Piglette prefers pampering in a mud bath. While her siblings eat slop, Piglette prefers pastries. But what she's most passionate about is flowers. She loves to smell the lilies and lilacs in the pasture. So Piglette decides her precise nose is destined for the perfume shops of Paris! But Piglette soon realizes that there's nothing more precious than the pleasant scents of home, and she finds a way to bring a little Parisian perfection back where she belongs. Debut author Kateyln Aronson and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Eva Byrne have created an unforgettable, playful piglet who stays true to herself and the message that home is where the heart is.




Pecan Pie


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Discovering real beauty is understanding the true heart of a person. In her hometown of Harpersgrove, Bella Southland is considered odd. A homeschooled, early high school graduate, she's not into parties and never had a boyfriend. Besides, boys in books are better. This is a truth that Bella knows universally. She'd rather lose herself in the pages of a classic than in the terrifying universe of teenage dating. With a waistline that leaves much to be desired, she's never considered herself the object of anyone's affections. When an unexpected opportunity arises, Bella is forced away from her comfort zone, family, and friends. Isolated in a mysterious world where not everyone is as they seem, she must forge onward to find confidence, acceptance, and unconditional love. Most of all, Bella must summon a courageous heart and become the heroine of her own story.




The People We Choose


Book Description

When 17-year-old Calliope meets her new neighbor Max, their connection is instantaneous, but the revelation of her sperm donor’s identity changes everything. Calliope Silversmith has always had just two friends in her small Pennsylvania town, Ginger and Noah, and she's fine with that. She's never wanted anything more than her best friends, her moms, their house in the woods, and their family-run yoga studio--except maybe knowing who her sperm donor is. Her curiosity has been building for years, and she can finally find out this summer when she turns eighteen. Then Max and his family move into the house across the woods from Calliope, and she immediately feels a special connection with her new neighbor, one that feels different than just friendship. The stability of her longtime trio wavers over the next few weeks as she and Max start to spend more time together. But when Calliope makes contact with her sperm donor she learns a surprising truth: her donor is Max's father. How is this even possible? As she and Max struggle to redefine their friendship now that they know they’re half-siblings, Calliope realizes she has much to gain by recognizing and accepting that family is both the one she has been born into, and the one she chooses to make. Perfect for readers looking for stories about family dynamics and fans of The Other F-Word by Natasha Friend.




A Choice With A Promise To Keep


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Amberoanie, 17, runs away from her home to avoid the dangers of her drug addicted mother's dealers. She has no luck in finding a place. She becomes the victim of rapists, broke, and homeless. Her life is not what she ever expected, until she is knocked over by John who promises to protect her while he is there. She falls in love with him and feels passionate over him, expanding her love, and feeling his protection. Their relationship was amazing until the unraveling events of a pregnancy she thought would be the change for both of their lives. John abandons her to a heartbreak that turns for the worse. As a year passes from the horrendous life she never imagined unfolding once more, Amberoanie is greeted by Senior Richards. A rich man with a Special Op team run by his grandson, Christopher, offers Amberoanie a choice that will change her life. The team is trying to bust a local university orchestrator of college students who goes missing then turns up dead months later. The team is trying to find the Human Trafficker Leader and any missing girls that may still be alive. Is this choice going to go in Amberoanie's favor?




Wisdom from the Whiteboard


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Wisdom from the Whiteboard is a collection of quotes written over the span of three years by Katelyn Reed, a young woman with Down syndrome. These quotes were a way for her to deal with and process the challenges of public school, the loss of her grandfather, and the ache of fitting into a world where difference isn’t always accepted. Her quotes appeared daily on a large whiteboard in her room that her parents and friends lovingly referred to as her “wisdom from the whiteboard.” Over the years, many people have asked when she might consider publishing them for all to enjoy. So here it is, Katelyn’s personal wisdom for the ages. May her words help us all realize that disability is not inability and that we are all more the same than we are different.




You Can Call Me Katelyn


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What happens when you don't like your name? There's nothing you can do about it, right? But not Katelyn. She didn't like her original name, and she did something about it! Join Katelyn on her journey as she teaches kids and parents both that if you decide to live your dream, nothing is impossible. Be who you want - it all starts with a choice, no matter your age.