Best Selling Books by Beverly Lewis

Beautifully Repackaged: The Betrayal and The Sacrifice In The Betrayal, Leah Ebersol and her beloved Jonas Mast are separated by hundreds of miles when he accepts an apprenticeship in Ohio. They are confident their love is strong enough to survive, but more than time and distance are conspiring to keep them apart. In The Sacrifice, Leah Ebersol has no choice but to believe the worst: Her older sister, Sadie--and Leah''s own beloved Jonas--have betrayed her. Now, two years later, Leah still misses them both, though loyal neighbor Gid continues to bide his time. But when tragedy befalls the Ebersols, Leah must make a difficult choice.

"What is heaven like?" A young boy and his sister, missing their recently departed grandfather, ponder heaven. In a quest for understanding, the boy sets off to ask everyone he encounters all about it--his teachers, the ice cream truck driver, the dentist, his family--and each person offers a different yet insightful response. For any child who is coming to terms with the loss of a loved one, or even those young ones who are simply curious, What Is Heaven Like? poignantly addresses the questions kids ask most often. The final page offers suggestions for parents and Christian educators. "There are many rooms in my Father''s house. If this were not true, I would have told you." John 14:2

Jason Birchall is starting a zoo--in his bedroom! Besides a bullfrog, Jason now owns a tarantula. A big, hairy super-spider!And he knows a secret about his new pet. Something he refuses to tell even his friends in the cul-de-sac. Especially not Abby Hunter and the girls!Will Jason use his scary-looking pet to trick his best pals? Can he fool everyone on Blossom Hill Lane?

A 3-in-1 Amish romance collection that will include the books The Bridesmaid, The Secret Keeper, and The Photograph.

Come home to Hickory Hollow, Pennsylvania--the beloved setting where Beverly Lewis''s celebrated Amish novels began--with new characters and new stories of drama, romance, and the ties that draw people together. "Much of the credit [for the growth of Amish fiction] goes to Beverly Lewis, a Colorado author who gave birth to the genre in 1997 with The Shunning..." --Associated Press Of her Old Order parents'' five daughters, Tessie Miller is the last to marry. She has her heart set on Amishman Marcus King, but Tessie''s father opposes the match. Impetuously, Tessie and Marcus elope to the English world, then return to Hickory Hollow to live as singles, trusting they''ll convince the Millers to give their love a chance over time. But when the unthinkable happens, Tessie faces the almost-certain censure of the People. Will she find a reason for hope in spite of her desperate plight?

A collection of volumes 11-14 from New York Times bestselling author''s youth series for girls ages 11-14.

Must-Have Amish Fiction from #1 Bestselling Author Beverly Lewis When schoolteacher Jodi Winfield goes for a morning run, the last thing she expects is to find a disheveled little girl all alone on the side of the Pennsylvania road, clad only in her undergarments, her chubby cheeks streaked with tears. Jodi takes the preschooler home with her, intending to find out where she belongs. But Jodi is mystified when no one seems to know of a missing child, and the girl herself is no help, since she can''t speak a word of English. It''s as if the child appeared out of nowhere. As the days pass, Jodi becomes increasingly attached to the mysterious girl, yet she is no closer to learning her identity. Then an unexpected opportunity brings Jodi to Hickory Hollow--and into the cloistered world of the Lancaster Old Order Amish. Might the answers lie there?

Connect to the Beautiful World of the Amish with Color and Creativity Beloved author Beverly Lewis invites you to pick up your pencils, crayons, or markers as she introduces you to the fascinating world of the Amish of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, the setting for her many bestselling novels. The Beverly Lewis Amish Coloring Book is filled with authentic, artful depictions of Amish life. As you put your own colorful touches on quilting bees, buggy rides, farm scenes, and more, you will soon be immersed in the tranquility and harmony so often associated with Plain living. And the accompanying Scripture passages and gems of Amish wisdom are sure to inspire your creative moments. Whether you color for relaxation or to indulge your creative gifts--or both--this unique book will provide many hours of purposeful enjoyment.

Amelia "Amy" DeVries, a 24-year-old violinist, is disillusioned with life and love after the collapse of her long-running romance. Weary of endless rehearsals and performances, Amy sets out on a road trip through the Pennsylvania mountains. She leaves her cell phone behind so life''s demands can''t intrude on her solitude. She doesn''t know, nor care, where she will end up. When her car breaks down deep in the mountains, Amy realizes the flaw in her "no cell phone" plan. She abandons her car and walks the winding roads, searching for help. Following the smell of woodsmoke and the sound of music, she finds a rustic log cabin. There she meets a young Amishman--and through him a community--that will change her life forever.

When a car strikes her young Amish friend while the two of them catch fireflies, thirteen-year-old Merry hopes for healing through her Christian faith.

Lancaster County, with its rolling meadows and secret byways, may seem idyllic, but it is not without its thorns. THE ROSE TRILOGY is the stirring saga of two Amish sisters on the fringes of the church, and the unforeseen discoveries that change their lives. Rose Kauffman, a spirited young woman, has a close friendship with the bishop''s foster son. Nick dresses Plain and works hard but stirs up plenty of trouble too. Rose''s sister cautions her against becoming too involved, but Rose is being courted by a good, Amish fellow, so dismisses the warnings. Meanwhile, Rose keeps house for an English widower but is startled when he forbids her to ever go upstairs. What is the man hiding? Rose''s older sister, Hen, knows more than she should about falling for the wrong man. Unable to abandon her Amish ways, Hen is soon separated from her very modern husband. Mattie, their young daughter, must visit her father regularly, but Hen demands she wear Amish attire--and speak Pennsylvania Dutch, despite her husband''s wishes. Will Hen be able to reestablish her place among the People she abandoned? And will she be able to convince Rose to steer clear of rogue neighbor Nick?

Three Paths to the Heart of the Amish Country These three bestselling novels will take you deep into the fascinating world of the Amish with family drama you won''t soon forget. The Postcard by Beverly Lewis Rachel Yoder, a young Amish widow, escapes from her sorrow by helping her family run a bed-and-breakfast in Lancaster County. A guest''s discovery of an old postcard in his room begins to unravel a faded tapestry of secrets in Rachel''s community. Rachel must search her heart--and her past--to restore a splintered family tree. The Crossroad by Beverly Lewis Drawn back to Lancaster County, Englisher Philip Bradley struggles with his attraction to a beautiful Plain woman who has suffered unbearable heartache. He fears that his growing affection for her will only bring more of the same. Must they sacrifice a future together for the sake of all they know and love? Sanctuary by David and Beverly Lewis Melissa James has a picture-perfect existence--or so it seems. In reality, she has been looking over her shoulder her entire life. Just as her secrets are about to catch up with her, she seeks a haven in Pennsylvania Amish Country. Will her stay bring her the peace she longs for, or will it bring danger to the Plain community?

Volumes six to ten in New York Times bestselling authors'' series for girls ages eleven to fourteen combines contemporary themes with the charm and simplicity of Amish life.

Miranda Garcia, energetic and determined, is in excellent shape to win the upcomming Dressel Hills Downhill Classic.

Abram''s Daughters book 3, the sequel to the bestselling The Betrayal. This powerful family saga features four Amish courting-age sisters growing up in Lancaster County Pennsylvania, beginning in the 1940s. Life in Gobbler''s Knob was all Leah Ebersol ever wanted until her older sister Sadie abandoned faith and family, leaving Leah no choice but to believe the worst, that Sadie--and her own beloved Jonas--had betrayed her. Now, two years later, Leah still misses both Sadie and Jonas keenly. Because of her sister''s shunning, she cannot contact either of them but hears through the grapevine that they are married. Loyal neighbor Gid is still biding his time, but on the verge of accepting his courting invitation, tragedy befalls the Ebersols and Leah must again choose between her own happiness and her family. Mary Ruth dreams of becoming a teacher, but it has gotten pushed to the back of her thinking when a nice young Amish boy comes courting. Twin Hannah yearns for her sister to attend baptismal classes with her, but Mary Ruth is not ready to take her &supl;nal vows. How will this family in turmoil &supl;nd peace?

This book, You''re Fired, God Hired is my own true personal story and Journal full of negative experiences sex, race, religion, finances, health and education. This book also features the positive blueprint and journal of my life from Child-hood to Adult-hood. Growning up with a father who was diagnosed as a paranoid catatonic schizophrenic to shattered dreams of becoming the first female Afican-American Land Surveyor in the State of Michigan. These experiences left scars that would last a lifetime of searching for happiness in drugs, alcohol, sex and a career. Only to find Gods amazing provision in Forgiveness. Being fired by the X-Mayor who made history from his election in the City of Detroit, while I was trying to make history in Mich igan. This book weaves In and Out of my life as we move from chapter to chapter journaling daily about life choices. Find out in You''re Fired, God Hired how forgiveness and obedience is the keys to healing our lifetime pursuits to find happiness In God. This book is for readers who have had to overcome differences, decisions and devastations from compound losses with man and positive experiences with God. A great book for healing through forgiveness and Salvation, when you are fired by man and hired by God.

Carly Hunter is chosen to take the class guinea pig home for the weekend, just in time for Groundhog Day. Tired of winter, she decides to test Piggy''s skill for weather-telling.Can Piggy guess the beginning of spring? Will he see his shadow?When the Cul-de-sac Kids hear of Carly''s experiment, they join in--and bring their pets. But with all the crew on Blossom Hill Lane there for the party, can trouble be far away?

Merry''s Amish friend Rachel asks for help with her Rumschpringa, the period in her teen years when she can experiment with the outside world and modern life before deciding to devote herself to Plain living.

Eric Hagel wants to do something special for his grandpa for Father''s Day. But Eric is broke--and can''t think of anything to make!Then he remembers his grandpa''s passion for pickles. Pickles on eggs, pickles on cheese, pickles on everything. What about a pickle pizza?When the girls in the cul-de-sac agree to a taste test, they gag and choke. Eric''s pizza is a flop! Now what can he do?

"It is more blessed to give than to receive." Acts 20:35 (NIV) "What would I wish for?" Annika wondered aloud. "If ever I had the almond in my pudding...what would be my wish?" In turn-of the-century Sweden, finding the almond hidden in the rice pudding is the Christmas Eve highlight for many children, since it means a chance to wish...for a new pair of snowshoes, a mountain of truffles coated with cocoa, an adorable kitten. For ten long years--all of her life--Annika has dreamed of discovering the almond in her own pudding. Will this be her year? A beautiful book that will become part of a family''s Christmas heritage, Annika''s Secret Wish inspires young and old to freely give and share even long hoped-for gifts. The final page features Swedish Christmas traditions that your family may choose to include in your own holiday celebration.

Stacy Henry wants to earn money for the Cul-de-sac Kids Club. But she can''t get permission from Abby, the club president, who is out of town.The rest of the kids vote to go ahead with a yard sale. The friends make signs, and everyone brings old treasures for the big day. But one night, some of their treasures disappear!Is there a bandit in the neighborhood? Who is stealing from the Cul-de-sac Kids?

Jason Birchall''s been bragging all week about his science fair project--alfalfa sprouts growing in a carpet square! But on the morning of the fair, Jason''s super sprouts are missing. Will Miss Hershey give him a big, fat zero? And why does Eric Hagel look so sneaky?Then, during P.E., globs of rotten-smelling cheese show up in the Cul-de-sac Kids'' sneakers. Who would make such a stink? And why?

Thirteen-year-old Holly is dealing with the major concerns of every preteen and teenage girl: boys, family, and school. But with the help of her friends and her faith in God, Holly is able to survive her first boyfriend and her first breakup, a crush on her student teacher, and a new baby sister "invading" her house. Volume One includes Best Friend, Worst Enemy; Secret Summer Dreams; Sealed With a Kiss; The Trouble With Weddings; and California Crazy.

Jason Birchall can''t wait for Valentine''s Day. His parents are going away for the weekend, and Grandma is coming! Jason has big plans. Will he be able to sneak some of his mother''s yummy valentine chocolates? Can he trick Grandma into allowing him to change his bedtime?Strange things happen in the Cul-de-sac when Jason pigs out on gooey chocolates and stays up late for a scary show!

When she goes to visit her father in California for Christmas, Holly has to deal with her feelings about the boyfriend she leaves behind in Colorado, her snoopy younger sister, and her new stepmother.

Book 7 of Holly??''s Heart. Holly??''s moving???to Denver! The news turns her life upside-down and turns everything into a question. What will her new life be like? Will she and Jared keep in touch? Only a night at school can reveal what is important.

The Cul-de-Sac Kids is a lighthearted chapter-book series for young readers written by the talented Beverly Lewis. Each book centers on the often-humorous escapades of these endearing neighborhood friends as they learn together the value of friendship and faith. An enjoyable read for both parents and kids! Volume Two features The Stinky Sneakers Mystery, Pickle Pizza, Mailbox Mania, The Mudhole Mystery, Fiddlesticks, and The Crabby Cat Caper.

Carly Hunter is proud to be chosen "Student of the Week." She even gets to make a special wish--just in time for St. Patrick''s Day. Carly decides her classmates must wear green because she''s Irish. And she wants everyone to eat only green foods, too, during lunch.But Jimmy, her adopted Korean brother, doesn''t want to join the silly custom. He thinks green foods are yucky.Who will win this brother-sister tug-of-war?

This bestselling series from Amish fiction legend Beverly Lewis spans three generations, chronicling the sorrows, joys, faith, and relationships of the Ebersol family. Collects the five novels of Beverly Lewis'' New York Times bestselling Abram''s Daughters series into one volume! Includes: 1 The Covenant 2 The Betrayal 3 The Sacrifice 4 The Prodigal 5 The Revelation

Dee Dee Winter''s cat, Mister Whiskers, is one crabby kitty--sometimes worse than crabby. Sometimes he takes big risks, like running away!But when Mister Whiskers disappears just before the school carnival, it looks like he''s gone for good. Dee Dee and the Cul-de-sac Kids search Blossom Hill Lane, hoping to find the crabby cat.Then Mister Whiskers is spotted at the carnival. Can Dee Dee''s cul-de-sac friends help her catch her cranky kitty?

Four pre-teen friends continue to support and encourage one another in their faith and their dreams of reaching the Olympics in each girl''s respective sport--gymnastics, figure skating, ice-dancing, and downhill skiing.

Volumes 5-8 in the New York Times best-selling author''s series for girls 8-13 based on their training to fulfill their Olympic dreams.

Romance, mystery, and family drama intertwine deep in the heart of Lancaster County''s Amish country. The Thorn is Book One in a stirring saga from Beverly Lewis, acclaimed by Library Journal as "the reigning queen of Amish fiction." Two Amish sisters divided by one sister''s impulsive marriage to an outsider. Hen longs for the Old Ways she left behind. . . . Rose is unsure of her own heart--devoted to the bishop''s rebellious foster son, yet courted by another.

Truth can be thorny and even heartbreaking, yet Leah is required to make another difficult choice. Will this secret of secrets bring further sorrow for Leah, Sadie, and the Ebersol family? The Prodigal is a multi-layered mystery and a saga of love encompassed by the merciful threads that knit families together.

Early Teens Connect With Holly''s Heart - Theme Bible verses highlight the valuable life lessons taught in every Holly''s Heart book - This fun, fully updated series is a favorite among girls - Bestselling author Beverly Lewis''s sales have topped 3 million!