**Shortlisted for the Sarton Award for Nonfiction****Winner of the 2022 Hamilton Literary Award for Non-fiction****Winner of the 2022 Kerry Schooley Book Award**Margaret Jacobson was a sweet-natured young girl who played the accordion and had dreams of becoming a teacher until she had a psychotic break in her teens, which sent her down a much darker path. Her Name Was Margaret traces Margaret's life from her ...

Material witness Mandi Foster is running. And for good reason—if she testifies her family will pay the ultimate price. With no choice but to hide until the trial is over, she finds an isolated cabin to ride out Christmas alone—except she isn't alone. A mysterious stranger follows her through a treacherous winter storm into the Blue Ridge Mountains, and then saves her from a potentially fatal accident. But as coincidences pile up, Mandi suspects her handsome rescuer is harboring dangerous s...

Attraction rekindles when high school crushes reuniteAfter acting on a dare and kissing the hottest guy at Granbury High, Molly Parker was left with a broken heart and a legacy she couldn't live down; Dustin McKinley left town the very next day, taking her hopes and dreams along with him. A decade later…they meet again.Molly assures herself she won't fall for Dustin's charms this time, yet with his good looks and dimpled smile, guarding her heart proves to ...

One day, when Emma and her mom are hiking through Cherry Hill Forest, they spot a blue tent in the snow — and inside lives a woman named Margaret!Emma wonders why she’s there, until Mom, who is a social worker, explains: “Some people have lost their jobs. Some people have health problems. No one chooses to be homeless.”Emma picks out a red hat, a scarf and a pair of mittens to keep Margaret warm, and she and her mom visit Margaret throughout the winter. But...

'Tis the season for unexpected gifts.High school teacher Reed Mason wants a family to call his own. When his prayers seem to remain unanswered, he expects to spend Christmas alone working on home improvement projects. But plans change when a chance encounter with a child's letter to God touches his heart. Inspired to help someone in need, Reed sets his sights on assisting his beautiful new neighbor.Independent-minded widow and single mom Emma Richards wants a fresh start. W...

In a small town, uplifting romance tugs at the heartstringsJordan Harrison no longer trusts relationships, so when her widowed mother is swept away by a handsome, wealthy architect, Jordan fears the hasty engagement will end in disaster. After all, how well can her mother know the guy after only a few months? Intent on saving her mother from certain heartbreak, Jordan races to Breckenridge Manor to delay the wedding, but runs into more than she's bargained for—a ha...

Uncover the secrets in this high-stakes suspenseful romanceFederal Agent James Montgomery is used to getting what he wants. Right now, he wants to find out what Victoria Connor knows about her grandfather's illegal activities. Prepared to do whatever it takes, he plunges into her life with single-minded determination, intent on gaining the trust she is so reluctant to give.But, when his compassionate suspect challenges him to face the past that still haunts him, he discover...

This book is made for students of English as a Second or Foreign Language.Learning another language is never fast, but the Fifty Ways to Practice series will speed things up by showing you how to practice more efficiently and effectively both inside and outside the classroom. It is useful for beginning through advanced levels.You will learn 50 ways to practice and improve reading skills. By applying these methods, you will read faster and better, and remember information lo...

This book is made for students of English as a Second or Foreign Language. You will learn 50 ways to practice and improve your speaking skills in English. Speak more easily, more naturally, and with more confidence.The book is organized into sections:In Class or with a TextbookWith a Partner or a Group of FriendsBy yourselfPronunciationGet Creative!Learning another language is never fast, but the Fifty Ways to Pra...

The year is 2317. The world as we know it has disappeared.Now, humanity has retreated inside huge Domes, designed to protect them from the ruined world outside.According to legend, bombs that dropped in the Resource Wars of the 22nd century destroyed the planet, and only the innovation and power of huge multi-national technology corporations could save the human race.The mysterious Cyberete Corporation ascended to the top with their mastery of cybernetics and to...

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...

When candy store owner Kaylea Breslin's goober of an ex boyfriend jumps bail, she believes she's the last person he'll contact for help. After all, she found his stolen stash and handed it—and him—over to the cops.Fugitive Recovery Agent Jace Talan believes Kaylea is the first person that escapee Jonathan Snead will contact. After all, what con man wouldn't try to trick his sweet, beautiful ex-girlfriend into trusting him again?When Kaylea discovers Jace watching her, can he ...