Most Popular Books by Carolyne Aarsen

Jace Scholte used to be the town bad boy, a rebel who thought he had a cause. But when Jace fell for Dodie Westerveld, he changed and became a Christian. Instead of marrying him, though, Dodie ran away without a word, taking his heart with her. Now they''re both back in town. But Dodie still won''t talk about the past. When they''re paired together on a fundraiser for a new crisis center, Jace is reminded of how much she meant to him. Helping Dodie trust him--and herself--will take all the faith she once helped him find.

Love Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. THEIR PRETEND AMISH COURTSHIP The Amish Bachelors Patricia Davids To avoid their matchmaking mothers’ plans and pursue their dreams, Fannie Erb and Noah Bowman agree to a pretend courtship. As they make room in their schedules to attend events as a couple, could their hearts also begin to make room for each other? SECOND-CHANCE COWBOY Cowboys of Cedar Ridge Carolyne Aarsen Once she’s paid off her father’s debts, Tabitha Rennie plans to leave Cedar Ridge and all the painful memories it brings. Having ex-fiancé Morgan Walsh ask for help connecting with his son was not part of the plan. Yet spending time with father and son is creating dreams of house and home. THE SINGLE MOM’S SECOND CHANCE Goose Harbor Jessica Keller Returning to Goose Harbor, Claire Atwood has plenty of reasons for staying away from Evan Daniels—most notably being jilted at the altar by her onetime sweetheart. But both are running for mayor, which means spending time together. But could it also mean a second chance at forever?

Love Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. AN AMISH PROPOSAL Amish Hearts by Jo Ann Brown Pregnant and without options, Katie Kay Lapp is grateful when past love Micah Stoltzfus helps her find a place to stay. But when he proposes a marriage of convenience, she refuses. Because Katie Kay wants much more—she wants the heart of the man she once let go. THE COWBOY’S FAMILY CHRISTMAS Cowboys of Cedar Ridge by Carolyne Aarsen Returning to the Bar W Ranch, Reuben Walsh finds his late brother’s widow, Leanne, fighting to keep the place running. Reuben’s committed to helping out while he’s around—even it means spending time with the woman who once broke his heart. Can they come to an agreement—and find a happily-ever-after in time for the holidays? A TEXAS HOLIDAY REUNION Texas Cowboys by Shannon Taylor Vannatter After his father volunteers him to help at her ranch over Christmas, single dad Colson Kincaid reunites with old love Resa McCall. Colson’s used to managing horses, but can he control his feelings for Resa from spilling over—and from revealing a truth about his daughter’s parentage that could devastate their lives forever?

Danielle Hemstead is caring for her invalid father and dealing with three brothers who care more about tractor parts and calf roping than they do about people--or so it seems. She''s introduced to James (aka Jigs), a handsome and rugged man who likes Schubert and poetry and can also ride a bucking bronc. She wants to leave Preston, the small town she''s lived in for the big city and a job with an adoption agency. But James and her brothers, not to mention her best friend Tracy, have other ideas in mind for her.

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Love Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. THE RANGER’S TEXAS PROPOSAL Lone Star Cowboy League: Boys Ranch Jessica Keller When Texas Ranger Heath Grayson finds pregnant widow Josie Markham working her ranch alone, he insists on helping. Josie’s vowed never to fall for a lawman again, but she soon realizes he could be the final piece to her growing family. THE COWBOY’S CHRISTMAS BABY Big Sky Cowboys Carolyne Aarsen Former rodeo star Dean Moore is eager to find a new path after an accident cut his career short. Reuniting with former crush and single mom Erin McCauley to fix up her home in time for the holidays could be his second chance with the one who got away. A MOM FOR CHRISTMAS Home to Dover Lorraine Beatty As she heals from an injury, ballerina Bethany Montgomery agrees to put on her hometown’s Christmas extravaganza before heading back to her career. But when she discovers old love—and single dad—Noah Carlisle, is also back in town, can she make room for a new dream: becoming a wife and mom?

Lily Marstow and Alyssa Cane think they have the perfect plan. After all, helping their single parents fall in love shouldn''t be that hard. But Silas Marstow wants nothing to do with the woman who lost track of his child for precious minutes in the aftermath of the High Plains tornado. And Josie Cane is busy caring for her ailing grandmother and rebuilding her life. The girls'' matchmaking pact is in jeopardy unless they can make their parents see the love that''s right in in front of them.

A Mother At Heart by Carolyne Aarsen released on Feb 23, 2000 is available now for purchase.

Second Chance Season

Terra Froese has spent most of her adult life bouncing from job to job, man to man, and drink to drink. But when her latest relationship and job simultaneously fall apart, she leaves Seattle for rural Montana to visit her sister, Leslie VandeKeere, to whom she hasn''t spoken in over a year. If anyone can help Terra sort out her life, it''ll be Leslie, who has managed success despite family odds and a recent move from city to country. With plans to rescue herself and her sister from the threat of going nowhere, Terra''s in for a big surprise--Leslie likes her new country life. When Terra rebels against her sister''s conformity, how much wildness can the VandeKeeres stand in order to keep the family ALL IN ONE PLACE?

Love Inspired brings you three new titles for one great price, available now for a limited time only from August 1 to August 31! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. This Love Inspired bundle includes The Bachelor Baker by Carolyne Aarsen, The Soldier''s Sweetheart by Deb Kastner and Bride Wanted by Renee Andrews. Look for 6 new inspirational stories every month from Love Inspired!

The Cowboy''s Bride by Carolyne Aarsen released on May 25, 1999 is available now for purchase.

Twin Blessings by Carolyne Aarsen released on Aug 25, 2001 is available now for purchase.

Leslie Vandekeere thought her big-city career made her life worthwhile, but a move to small-town Montana shows her how big the world really is. Leslie had a good life: a happy family, a great career (even if it did pull her away from her home), and all the energy of urban living. But she finds herself miles away from the city she knows and loves when her husband moves her and the children back to his boyhood home in Montana to help his mother work the struggling family farm. Being a farmer''s wife was definitely not in Leslie''s plan, and now she finds herself dealing with dirty cows, giant machinery, eccentric neighbors, and an extended family she doesn''t quite fit into. When her husband hints that the move might be permanent, Leslie must decide--can she really handle this much fresh air?

A Bride At Last by Carolyne Aarsen released on Nov 24, 1998 is available now for purchase.

Immersed in the family law practice, consumed by long days and even longer nights, Matthew admired Cory''s quiet faith and simple lifestyle. He prayed that God would now give him the strength to heal Cory''s aching heart, and claim it at last...

Nurse Melanie Visser moves back to her hometown and finds that the stately Victorian house she loves is for sale. She hires carpenter Adam Engler to work on the long-neglected manor, and in doing so, Melanie helps him rediscover his faith and realizes her own dream.

Steeple Hill introduces four paperback anthologies of previously published stories by some of Love Inspired''s top authors. Each volume contains three inspirational romances collected by theme: marriage, healing, family matters, and reunion. Original.

FAITH, FRIENDSHIP AND FAIRY TALES There had been a time when Kelsey Swain thought a man would come along who would take away her troubles and make her complete. Now she knew better. The struggling single mom could only count on herself-no matter what dashing Will Dempsey made her want to believe. There were a million reasons why Will shouldn''t fall for his late friend''s widow. The most important: Settling down with a ready-made family wasn''t his style. But somehow he found himself wanting to show Kelsey that he could be the man she''d once dreamed of ... the man she was now convinced didn''t exis.

A perfect Christmas gift! Two Stealing Home novels in one by author Carolyne Aarsen A Family-Style Christmas After witnessing Simon Steele''s motorcycle crash, nurse Caitlin Severn can''t help but stay by his side. While nursing him back to health, she finds that behind his bravado is a man struggling to find faith and a feeling of family. With Christmas coming, Caitlin''s wish is for Simon to find his way home...and to her heart. A Mother at Heart For Miriam Spencer, coming home means reuniting with Jake Steele--the man she''s never stopped loving. Now a widower with an adorable young daughter, Jake fears letting Miriam get too close again. But when his father gets sick, Miriam steps right in to help--and they realize that they''re meant to be together...forever.

Promise to the dead. Duty to the living. Drake vowed to look after his dying army buddy''s pregnant wife. He did not count on falling in love with her. Beth Carruthers has been living with her in-laws on their ranch. She wants nothing to do with Drake until an accident sends her father-in-law to the hospital and forces the baby to come early. She needs help. Drake can''t leave Beth to struggle alone, but he can''t help feeling guilty for loving her. Beth wants to trust Drake, but he''s no cowboy. He''s a soldier. He seems steadfast and trustworthy, two things her cheating husband was not. Will they learn to lean on each other or will secrets from Drake''s past strangle the possibility they of a future together? *** USA today bestselling author, Carolyne Aarsen, presents another heartwarming cowboy romance that about trust and love.

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THE GIFT OF FORGIVENESS No way would Sheryl Kyle trust in men–or heaven–again. Her heart had been broken a hundred different ways, her once-sunny soul shadowed by unanswered prayers. Now she hid behind a cynical, citified shell, where neither God nor man could hurt her.

Cowboy daddy! Shauntelle Dexter''s twin girls think they''ve found their perfect new dad in cowboy Noah Cosgrove. But how could she ever be interested in the man her family believes responsible for her brother''s death? Besides, while she''s putting down roots in Cedar Ridge, the big–city contractor will soon be hitting the highway straight out of town – until he''s roped into building Shauntelle''s dream restaurant. Working beside her reopens old wounds Noah would rather forget. But he doesn''t know real trouble until his mother and the twins join forces. One wily matchmaker, two precocious little girls and one beautiful woman may be more than a reluctant cowboy can resist.

For years Amy Danyluk had been the sassy little tomboy from the ranch next door, innocently pledging Paul Henderson her undying love. But Paul had followed his dreams to the city, losing himself ...

On leave from the army, Nick Colter heads to a quiet Alberta ranch to fulfill a promise. His buddy left behind a pregnant wife in need of protection and friendship that only Nick can provide. Despite years in combat, he isn''t prepared for the battle to earn wary Beth Carruthers''s trust. There is more than grief in her beautiful blue eyes, and caring for her becomes more than an act of duty. He wants to bring a smile to her face…and restore faith and love in her heart. Yet the secrets she harbors may destroy the one chance at family he thought he''d never find.

Newfound FamilyDenny Norquest has a plan. Lease a ranch in Hartley Creek and raise cattle.

Veterinarian Cara Morrison is planning another walk down the aisle with her ex-fianc --except she isn''t the bride and rancher Nicholas Chapman isn''t the groom. With their best friends'' wedding looming, the last thing maid of honor Cara wants is to rekindle a romance with best man Nicholas. But when he needs her help to unravel the illness that''s descending on his herd, she discovers that the sparks between her and Nicholas still burn bright. Is it possible to heal the wounds of the past and start over with the cattleman she never stopped loving?

New York City may have hardened her soul, but Heather Bannister is still a country girl to the core. ufeffNow, broken and beaten she is back in Aspen Valley with a heavy heart, regrets and unspeakable burdens that she thought she had left behind. Seeing her old love, John and his daughter, brings everything she tried to keep buried, rushing to the surface. But if she didn''t feel she deserved him before, she does even less now. John Argal is a widower with a beloved daughter he is determined to do right by. She''s his life and his focus now. He has worked hard and plans on taking over Refuge Ranch. But having Heather back is a distracting complication he can''t afford. Nor does he like the emotions she brings back. Can Heather get over her shame and find her way back to home and to love? Is John able to forgive Heather for walking away from him six years ago? Or can maybe they rekindle a long-lost love that might have never burnt out. Buy Western Romance and return to Refuge Ranch and Aspen Vally for a sweet romance about the power of forgiveness.

Two heartwarming novels by bestselling author Carolyne Aarsen FINALLY A FAMILY Hannah Kristoferson wants nothing to do with the lands she inherited. They only serve as a reminder of her past heartbreak. Yet she has to stay six months at Riverbend Ranch or forfeit the rest of her inheritance. That means six months of butting heads with handsome co-owner Ethan Westerveld. She''ll make the sacrifice if it means a quick sale. But Hannah doesn''t count on Ethan feeling like family...or that she''d want to stay forever. A FAMILY FOR LUKE Luke Harris grew up without family. Now, it''s all he wants. Especially when he moves next door to widowed mom Janie Corbett and her three kids. But Janie''s been burned before and won''t say yes unless Luke reconciles with his troubled past. With the help of one stubborn woman, three smart kids and a cherished Labrador retriever, there might be a family for Luke, after all.

The winter doldrums are just settling over Acorn Hill when a movie crew comes to scout out locations for an upcoming film. The director wants Grace Chapel to be the setting for a pivotal scene and the town itself is a perfect back drop for the film. While some residents are thrilled about the revenue the shoot will bring, and some want to star in the picture, others are less certain that the disruption will be welcome, and a director with a nefarious reputation doesn''t help. Can the town keep from becoming star-struck long enough to make a wise decision? Meanwhile, Alice and Loise fear losing Jane when she is offered a place on a nationally syndicated cooking show, Louise learns how to handle an overly zealous piano student, and a guest draws all the sisters unexpectedly into a new past time. Soon the Howard sisters along with the rest of Acorn Hill will have to decide if the price of fame is worth paying.

Dan and Leslie made the temporary trip to the farm to rebuild their marriage and their bank account. But once their he''s drawn into his close-knit family and she feels she''s losing her identity. Growing up the daughter of a dysfunctional alcoholic, Leslie couldn''t navigate this new place. She has other dreams, other plans. And it looks like this change could end up pushing her and Dan further apart as their focus shifts. A near tragedy tests their choices and challenges their long-held beliefs how to maintain their marriage, their family and make a home. Get The Only Best Place and escape to Holmes Crossing in this first book in a heartwarming series of family, romance and community.

Dream job. Dream life. Yet for Abby Newton happiness eludes her. And being back in Aspen Valley doesn''t help. Because that means facing a past that has been a shadow over her life. And now she has to work with the man who caused it. Lee Bannister has a long road ahead of him to prove that he is more than just an ex-con. Ten years ago Lee had almost killed Abby''s father and has served time for that life changing mistake. Lee longs to be able to erase this stain on his past and find the same happiness his sisters have found. He has never forgotten Abby and his feelings for her. But the past hangs between them, stacking the odds against any relationship. But as they spend time together love finds its own way and they can''t fight their attraction. Until a sinister secret rises up from the past threatening everything Abby and Lee know about themselves and each other. Can forgiveness pave the way to a second chance for Abby and Lee, or will bitterness blind them to love''s possibilities? USA today bestselling author, Carolyne Aarsen, presents a heartwarming cowboy romance that focuses on the overcoming past pains to find forgiveness.

The Cowboy''s Reunion

A family for Christmas Mistletoe Daddy - Deb Kastner After Vivian Grainger buys him at a charity bachelor auction, Nick McKenna feels obligated to help the bubbly blonde build her dream spa and beauty shop — but the burly cowboy won’t be sticking around. When he realises Vivian is pregnant, though, everything changes. It’s clear to Nick that Vivian — and her child — are what’s missing from his life and, as they build her shop together, Nick will do his best to build a path to Vivian’s heart. The Cowboy’s Christmas Baby - Carolyne Aarsen No one expected Erin McCauley to arrive in Saddlebank, Montana, with a baby... Especially not Dean Moore, who knew the by-the-book girl would never go for a hard-living cowboy like him. While helping renovate Erin’s new home, Dean realises he’s still in love with her — and with her beautiful daughter. But is guilt holding Erin back from seeing that Dean is offering the home — and the family — she’s always wanted?

Rancher Kip Cosgrove promised his dying brother he''d take care of his motherless young twins. So when the boys'' estranged aunt shows up on the Cosgrove doorstep with a will and the law on her side, Kip digs in his boot heels. Nicole Williams is wonderful with the boys, but Kip is just as much their kin as she is. And until legal issues are settled, she''ll have to abide by his rules. Which means visiting the twins at the ranch. Seeing how much he loves the boys. How much they love him. And maybe…staying forever.

With over 1.5 million copies of her books in print Carolyne Aarsen brings us another sweet inspirational romance She''s a journalist on a mission. He''s in heart... and in her way. Will they have to choose between justice and love? As the plain older sibling to two beautiful sisters, Nadine Laidlaw is used to being overlooked. But she refuses to let her late father''s employer overlook his suspicious death. She aims to use her job as editor of the town newspaper to probe into the case, but there''s only one problem. Her secret high school crush Clint just took over the paper, and he wants the story buried... her past feelings bubbling to the surface, Nadine continues to butt heads with her handsome boss. At the same time, she needs to deal with a sick mother, a matchmaking grandmother, and a fake boyfriend who turns out to be all too real. When Clint reveals a hidden truth about the past, Nadine has to make a choice: continue the quest for justice or find room in her busy life for love... Her Heart''s Promise is the second book in the Sweethearts of Sweet Creek Series and was previously published as A Bride at Last. you like plucky heroines, workplace romances, and surprising twists, then you''ll love Carolyne Aarsen''s alluring and mysterious tale. Buy Her Heart''s Promise to start the front-page story today!

His brother''s dying wish was that Kip take care of his sons. Nicole has come to take them away from the only home they''ve known And Nicole has the law on her side in the form of her sister''s will giving their father guardianship of the boys. Kip isn''t letting the boys go without a fight. No matter what she claims or how much of a beautiful distraction she is. He''s not breaking his promise to his brother. The boys belong in the open spaces and freedom of the ranch. While Nicole would just as soon whisk the boys away as soon as possible, Kip is digging in his heels until she can prove the validity of the will. As she waits, Nicole spends time with her nephew. But she also comes to know the ruggedly handsome cowboy better. In Kip she sees a man whose love and devotion for his family is what she''s always yearned for from her adoptive father. And Kip is a man she''s growing dangerously attracted to. As she wrestles with her desire to help her father and her changing relationship with Kip, she grows more confused. And Kip''s kisses don''t help matters. However, when an earth-shattering secret is revealed, it threatens to take down their relationship and change everything they thought was true. Can Kip and Nicole''s relationship stand this test? Or will it pit them against each other in a challenge to their faith, family alliances and love for each other? Read Western Wishes to come back to Aspen Valley in this sweet romance.

Meeting the Cowboy''s Family

A PLACE TO BELONG Miriam Spencer had left the \"glamorous\" New York fashion world to return to the small farming town where she was raised. Perhaps here, if only for a little while, she could find some of the meaning that was missing in her life....