Disruptive pedagogies for archival researchIn a cultural moment when institutional repositories carry valuable secrets to the present and past, this collection argues for the critical, intellectual, and social value of archival instruction. Graban and Hayden and 37 other contributors examine how undergraduate and graduate courses in rhetoric, history, community literacy, and professional writing can successfully engage students in archival research in its many form...

A heartwarming tale of second chances, sisterhood, and the transformative power of love.Ainsley Keaton's The Beachfront Inn is a captivating tale of resilience, sisterhood, and the pursuit of happiness. Ava Flynn, a once-successful New York attorney, finds herself jobless and heartbroken at fifty-four.When a generous benefactor bequeaths her a house in Nantucket's idyllic Sconset Beach, Ava embarks on a transformative journey with her best friends,...

Love, loss, and second chances at a beachfront wineryIn the eleventh book of Ainsley Keaton's Sconset Beach series, The Beachfront Winery, we follow Sarah, a widow and mother, as she navigates the complexities of love, loss, and running a successful winery with her sister Ava.As the leaves turn and the grapes are harvested, Sarah finds herself at a crossroads, yearning for the happily ever after her friends have found while still grappling with the...

A haunting past, a mysterious connection, and a chance for redemption on the beachfront.Prepare to be enchanted by the third installment of Ainsley Keaton's Sconset Beach series, The Beachfront Reunion.When Jessica Bennett, James Bloch's granddaughter, arrives at the inn, Ava finds herself confronted with echoes of her past. Jessica, grappling with a painkiller addiction is plagued by inexplicable visions of a woman and child.Soon she crosses paths ...

Out of the frying pan, into the fire . . .Secrets, love, and second chances collide in this heartwarming tale set on the idyllic Sconset Beach. The lives of Quinn, Ava, and Colleen intertwine in a captivating tale of family secrets, personal growth, and unexpected romance.Quinn finds herself in uncharted territory when her adopted daughter, Emerson, comes to live with her. As Quinn struggles to connect with the fiercely independent and talented teenager, an...

Friendship, love, and self-discovery collide as a group of friends embarks on a Malibu adventureThe Malibu Girls follows the gang as they embark on a new adventure in Los Angeles. Willow, immersed in writing a screenplay about Zelda Fitzgerald, finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Jackson Flynn, Ava's son.As their connection deepens, a twist of fate intertwines their lives in ways Willow never anticipated.Meanwhile, Ava navigates the complex...

Two hearts, one retreat, family destiny and a journey of self-discovery.Ainsley Keaton's ninth novel in the beloved Sconset Beach series, set at the charming Beachfront Retreat, follows the intertwined journeys of Hallie and Fiona as they navigate the complexities of love, family, and self-discovery.Hallie, a dedicated employee at the retreat, finds herself caught between the affections of two very different men: Pete, a shy and endearing guest who captures...

A shocking return. A second chance. A secret that could change everything.In a stunning turn of events, Ava's world is turned upside down when her ex-husband Christopher resurfaces after a two-year absence.Needless to say, Ava wants nothing to do with him.Despite his past betrayal, Ava, initially reluctant, listens to his astonishing story that will change everything. Can Christopher win back Ava's trust? Will she take him back?As Ava grappl...

A journey of love, loss, and the magic that binds them togetherIn Ainsley Keaton's sixth installment of the Beachfront Sunsets series, two women navigate the complexities of love, loss, and new beginnings.Sarah embarks on a poignant journey with her dying love, Max, and his young daughter, Julia, as they create cherished memories during a final road trip across the country. From stargazing in the Smoky Mountains to swimming with dolphins in Miami, they bond...

In the face of life's greatest challenges, friendship and love will light the wayIn this heartwarming tale from Ainsley Keaton's Beachfront Secrets series, Hallie embarks on a new journey as a life coach, only to be confronted with a devastating diagnosis.Simultaneously, Ava's daughter, Charlotte, finds herself at a crossroads when her husband demands a divorce. Charlotte is left to raise their newborn alone, only to be rocked by a medical emergency involvi...

Christmas at Sconset Beach—Where family tensions run high, miracles happen, and hearts healIn Ainsley Keaton's eighth installment of the Sconset Beach series, Sarah's happiness at her thriving winery is shattered when her stepdaughter Julia's aunt threatens to take custody.As Sarah fights for her chance at motherhood, Quinn reconnects with the vibrant Mia, who sparks unexpected feelings while mentoring Emerson and Julia's songwriting.As Christmas Ev...

A forbidden crush. A family secret. One unforgettable summer in the Hamptons.Ainsley Keaton's The Beachfront Crush, the tenth book in the Sconset Beach series, follows Ava as she navigates the complexities of family, friendship, and a budding forbidden romance.When Elijah invites Ava to the Hamptons to spend a month with his ailing mother and two half-sisters, Rachel and Deborah, Ava eagerly accepts. There, she finds out more about her birth father...