Most Popular Books by Judith Miller

In the clay-rich hills of the newly founded state of West Virginia, two families tentatively come together to rebuild a war-torn brickmaking business. Ewan McKay has immigrated to West Virginia with his aunt and uncle, promising to trade his skills in the clay business for financial help. Uncle Hugh purchases a brickmaking operation from a Civil War widow and her daughter, and it''s Ewan''s job to get the company up and running again. Ewan seeks help from Laura, the former owner''s daughter, and he quickly feels a connection with her, but she''s being courted by another man--a lawyer with far more social clout and money than Ewan. Resolving that he''ll make the brickworks enough of a success that he can become a partner in the business and be able to afford to bring his sisters over from Ireland, Ewan pours all his energy into the new job. But when Hugh signs a bad business deal, all Ewan''s hard work is put in jeopardy. As his hopes for the future crumble, Laura reveals something surprising. Can she help him save the brickworks, and will Ewan finally get a shot at winning her heart?

During a trip to England, Sophie Broadmoor falls head over heels for Wesley Hedrick, a wealthy widower who promises her the world. But Sophie soon learns that Wesley''s promises are nothing but words and finds herself in a very compromising situation. Why does it have to be Paul Medford, the stringent young minister who works with her father, who shows up during her worst moment? Paul is full of promises, too, and it''s clear that he has feelings for Sophie. But after all she''s been through, can she trust him?

''...one of the most friendly, easygoing and instructive books on the design movement'' Chicago Tribune Arts & Crafts is one of the most influential design movements of all time, beginning in the late 19th century and still being explored by designers today. The Arts & Crafts ethos - rejecting mass production and industrialization in favour of individualism, simplicity, honest craftsmanship, respect for materials and good design - had a massive impact on the design of the early 20th century and transformed design sensibilities globally. This invaluable guide covers furniture, ceramics, silver and metalware, glass, textiles, jewellery, books and posters, and includes fascinating profiles of key designers such as William Morris, the Stickleys, Liberty & Co, Tiffany Studios, George Ohr, Rookwood and many more. It comes with a pictorial design directory, price ranges and a wealth of essential information for collectors and anyone wishing to follow William Morris''s golden rule of Arts & Crafts: ''Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.''

When cholera strikes Rochester, NY, most of the members of the Broadmoor family flee to their castle home in the Thousand Islands. But Amanda Broadmoor resolves to remain in Rochester to help control the spread of the dreaded disease. However, much more than Amanda''s health hangs in the balance. Mishandling of the family fortune threatens to leave the Broadmoor family penniless and scorned by society unless Amanda is willing to sacrifice her future. Will she be forced to marry a man she disdains in order to save the Broadmoor legacy?

Truth Wyman has watched Nicodemus, Kansas, grow into a busy little prairie town. And she has grown up, too. Her family was among the first settlers to homestead this area, and there is nowhere she''d rather live. She''s always thought her husband felt the same way. . . . Then Moses comes home with news that he has been nominated for state office. If he wins, they''ll need to move to the state capital. Pregnant with her first child, Truth does not plan to move to Topeka. How can she raise her baby in an unfamiliar city? How can she leave her family and her home? Yet what will happen if she refuses? Nicodemus''s sister community, Hill City, is thriving, too. Macia Boyle returns to her family after a European holiday. The storekeeper''s nephew, Garrett Johnson, captures her attention, but she can''t seem to forget Jeb Malone, the young blacksmith who showed interest in her before her trip. Soon, Macia must make a choice: Should she return to Jeb''s arms or seek a new life with Garrett?

Lured by the promise of "real" freedom and a new town to call their own, sharecroppers Ezekial Harban and his three daughters leave behind remnants of slavery in the war-torn south and set off for Nicodemus, Kansas. When they arrive, they are shocked to see that little of what they were promised actually exists. Many head back home, but Ezekial and his daughters are determined to build a new life in the stark territory. Dr. Boyle, a newly arrived doctor in neighboring Hill City, is called to deliver a baby in Nicodemus. He and his family are moved by the plight of the settlers there and vow to help. But the white pioneers of Hill City face problems, too. When the lives of these two families intersect, neither town will ever be the same. Freedom''s Path Book 1.

Young women struggle to find their place in the sheltered world of the Amana Colonies, learning the importance of faith and family in this three-book set.

Two of Tracie Peterson and Judith Miller''s Beloved Series in a 6-in-1 Collection The Bells of Lowell series unfolds in a small town during the late 19th century, weaving together the lives of three young women. In Daughter of the Loom, Lilly Armbruster battles against the mill owners while navigating a complex relationship with her childhood friend and one-time betrothed. A Fragile Design follows Arabella Newberry''s quest for independence while struggling with her heart as two men vie for her love. These Tangled Threads explores Daughtie Winfield''s delicate romance with an Irish artisan as they work together to help runaway enslaved people. The Lights of Lowell series includes the novels A Tapestry of Hope, A Love Woven True, and The Pattern of Her Heart and explores the compelling tale of a plantation owner''s daughter who holds a dangerous secret. Her unwavering determination to free the people her father has enslaved threatens to undo her family as well as the ties that bind the area''s burgeoning textile industry to the Southern cotton growers.

Lights of Lowell book 1. Tapestry of Hope weaves together the heartrending and hope-building stories of two young women. Jasmine Wainwright is the sheltered daughter of a Mississippi plantation owner. When her father strikes a deal to sell his cotton to Lowell mills through businessman Bradley Houston, he throws an arranged marriage with Jasmine into the bargain. Kiara O''Neill and her brother escape starvation in Ireland by traveling to America as Bradley Houston''s indentured servants. But Bradley has more in mind for Kiara than she wants to imagine. Both women suffer in the home of this unloving husband and merciless master. Will God somehow bring hope to their lives?

Jasmine Houston, a widow with a young son, agrees to harbor former slaves at her horse farm outside of Lowell, even though her father, a plantation owner, supports slavery. When a boardinghouse keeper unwittingly becomes involved with a traveling peddler who sells something infinitely more valuable than shoes, Jasmine is devastated to discover that her son and the former slaves have been kidnapped. Jasmine''s determination to free them threatens to undo her family as well as the ties that bind the burgeoning textile industry to the southern cotton growers. Book two in the bestselling Lights of Lowell.

Engaging History and Romance from Bestselling Author Judith Miller When Rose McKay convinces her brother, Ewan, to invest in a pottery business, she''s determined to assist him in making the venture a success. Having just graduated from the Philadelphia School of Design for Women, she believes she can design pieces that will sell well. In her efforts to help the pottery flourish, Rose reconnects with Joshua Harkness, who oversees his own family''s pottery works in a nearby town. Rylan Campbell has never liked change, but the new owners of the pottery seem to be the decent sort. He just wishes Rose wouldn''t insist on cleaning and moving everything. But when McKay Pottery starts losing business to the Harkness company, Rylan realizes Joshua might be taking advantage of Rose. Then Franklin Hotels announces a design contest. Winning the Franklin contract would be exactly the boost McKay Pottery needs, so Rose and Rylan work closely together to create something magnificent. With Joshua''s company as their main competition, can Rylan convince Rose her trust in Joshua may be misplaced?

DK Collector''s Guides: 20th Century Glass explores this fascinating field, from Art Nouveau in the 1900s through to the modern Scandinavian designs of the 1950''s, to Studio glass of the 1970s, and contemporary design.

Bestselling Author Judith Miller Debuts New Series Set in the Amana Colonies When Karlina Richter finds out that a new shepherd will be sent to East Amana, she fears she''ll no longer be able to help her father with the sheep. She''ll be relegated back to kitchen work, a job she dislikes. Her fears increase when Anton Becker arrives and shows little interest in the flock--or in divulging why he''s been sent to East. Dare she trust Anton to help her father, or is he keeping secrets that will impact them all? After learning that her father will be transferred from Cincinnati to a job in Texas, Dovie Cates decides she wants to visit the Amana Colonies, where her mother spent her formative years. She writes to relatives still living in the Colonies and is invited to spend some time there. Soon after her arrival, Dovie meets Berndt, the handsome young man who delivers bread to the kitchen house each day. But when Dovie begins to ask questions about her mother''s past, no one seems willing to tell her anything, so Dovie decides to take matters into her own hands. Will her decision spell disaster for her future with Berndt?

Judy lost her son to a tragic accident in the Bahamas. Her only son, Jason, perished with two others while diving in one of the blue holes in the Abacos. Months after the accident, Judy tried getting her life back, but the pain of losing a great part of her still lingered. It began to put a strain on her relationship with her husband and affect her job. While she mourned, Judy begins having visions about her son and hearing sounds that initially confused her and made the people around her thi

Sourcebook for selecting and ordering fabrics, trimmings, wallpapers, paint, tiles and flooring for interior design.

Book 1 of THE BELLS OF LOWELL. The mill town of Lowell, Massachusetts, comes to life with intrigue and drama from the creative writing team of Judith Miller and Tracie Peterson. Young women at the end of the 19th century seek employment from driven men intent on transforming America''s textile industry. Daughtersof the Loom features Lilly Armbruster, who is forced to work in the mills as her only means for survival. But Lilly''s resentment runs deep against the "lords of the loom"--the men she believes have stolen her father''s farm and caused his premature death. Her animosity happens to include Matthew Cheever, her childhood friend and one-time betrothed. Though separated by their opposing views about the future of the mill and the community that surrounds it, the emotions of their hearts still bind them. Will their dreams for the future allow their fragile love to survive?

Carrington Brouwer begins working at a carousel factory, but the men at the factory are not happy that a woman has been given the desirable job of painting the elaborately carved horses, and when mishaps occur, accusations swirl.

Judith Miller celebrates and scrutinizes nearly 400 years of great seating in this sumptuous volume, an ode to the ingenuity of design, craftsmanship and sheer wow factor of the chair. Ranging from early antiques such as the 1680 Wainscot Chair and the 1740 Louis XV Chaise Lounge, to modern day collectibles such as Marc Newson''s 1988 Embryo and Tom Dixon''s 2007 Wingback, here are over 100 breathtaking chairs, all photographed on location. This lavish celebration of Chairs offers design aficionados and furniture lovers both authoritative text and 400 stunning photographs . In this beautifully designed volume, the chair really is the hero.

Dress to impress and collect for effect Indulge your passion for style and sparkle with collectables expert, Judith Miller. Peruse and choose from 400 stunning objects of desire, whether you want elegant haute couture pieces of the 1940s or daring new styles from cutting-edge designers. Includes iconic pieces from Chanel, Christian Dior, Josef of Hollywood and Miriam Haskell with a star rating system indicating the value of every stunning jewel. The perfect guide if you desire the ultimate accessories. Plus, identify and value antiques fast at www.antiques.dk.com featuring over 30,000 colour photos, detailed descriptions and price guides. "It blew us away ... an amazing site, super-easy to use, and one that may save or make you a bob or two." 5-Star Rating, Web User Magazine

This volume brings together a group of transpersonal psychotherapists and spiritual teachers to tell of their own very personal and intimate explorations of consciousness. What has the experience of “coming home” meant to them? Has it meant connecting with God, the Divine Feminine, the Cosmos, the Sacred? Has it meant arriving at home in themselves, in their very center, in their essence? Where is home? Is it inside, is it outside, or is it both? All world cultures have stories about this particular place. In addition to describing their own unique quests, the contributors also share how radically such a journey challenged them to face their own vulnerabilities and shadow parts. Various, very different and often startling personal stories are told. Through reading of the very human trials and psycho-spiritual challenges that these nine international teachers have endured on their journeys home, readers will gain insights and greater understanding regarding their own explorations of consciousness. They will realize that the spiritual journey can have many faces and take many paths. The one thing, however, that all authors have in common, is the longing to be fully and wholly oneself.

A visual guide to identifying, dating and authenticating antiques. Whether it''s a smart city auction house, a rural boot sale, or even a charity shop - the trade in items from bygone days has become a hugely popular business. But for many people making the first decision to buy can be a daunting experience. In this handbook, Judith Miller offers no-nonsense advice on how to identify and value furniture, ceramics, silver and glass. She demonstrates how to identify the signs of authentic wear and tear and read the tell-tale signs of suspicious alterations.

From simple stenciling to limewashing, ragging, sponging, and woodgraining, this guide explains the traditional finishes and effects that are so popular in today''s contemporary homes. 61 photos.

Judith Miller''s Novels Offer a Fascinating Look inside the Amana Colonies Joining the communal society of the Amana Colonies isn''t what Jancey Rhoder planned for her future, but when unforeseen circumstances force her family to make some difficult decisions, she chooses to give up her teaching position in a Kansas City orphanage and move with her parents to Iowa. Her besotted suitor, Nathan Woodward, isn''t at all happy about the move and is determined to get Jancey to change her mind. And Jancey herself isn''t sure what she''s gotten herself into when the simple life of the Amana Colonies means she''ll be assigned a job and may have to give up teaching for good. Will Nathan woo her back to the city, or will she be forever changed by the mysterious events and new relationships that await her in the quiet villages of the Amana Colonies--and decide to make this unique place her forever home?

Based on true stories of immigrant families. Can Lee turn the prejudice and cruelty of others into friendship? "Howard O''Laughlin, come sit beside Yung Lee," Miss Thompson ordered. Lee''s stomach flip-flopped. Of all the people in the class, why did it have to be Howard O''Laughlin?" These seating assignments are permanent until the end of the school year," Miss Thompson continued. Four years before, twelve-year-old Yung Lee''s family had been killed in a rebellion in her native province, except her brother Yung Fong. Times are hard in China, and Fong is convinced that the only way to better their lives is to search for gold in California. Lee does not want to leave China. She is happy living with the Conroys, missionaries who have taught her about Jesus Christ. But Fong insists that their little family must stay together. If he goes, she must go too. In California Fong learns that finding gold is not so easy. And while Fong must worry about money, Lee myust endure the cruel teasing of the class bully, Howard. Can Lee turn Howard''s prejudice into friendship? And when the Yung''s money and gold are stolen, how will they live? In The Journey of Yung Lee, Lee finds that showing God''s love and kindness to our enemies can turn them into friends. Judith McCoy-Miller is a Public Service Administrator for the state of Kansas. Mrs. Miller''s interest in Chinese immigration was piqued several years ago when she came across a photo of young Chinese girls who had been reared at a mission home in California. Yung Lee is a composit character based on her research into female Chinese immigrants.

The definitive, all-color guide for any Art Deco enthusiast. Showcasing over 1,000 individually priced items and with up-to-date tips and advice from bestselling expert Judith Miller, this glorious guide will show you all you need to know about Art Deco. Art Deco contains affordable collectables and classic pieces, and showcases popular Art Deco collecting fields. From Clarice Cliff to Chanel, an array of styles are covered here, with historical information, collectors'' tips and price guides. A must-have for all Art Deco collectors.

Judith Miller''s super-sleuth guide to spotting, buying and collecting antiques, now in ebook(PDF) format If you are looking to discover a valuable treasure or nab a bootsale bargain then antiques and collectables expert Judith Miller shows you how to solve any collecting case. Find out how to tell a genuine antique piece from a fake. Spot signs that indicate an object has been restored. Discover makers and styles to look out for, and whether an object should be kept, or not. Includes expert advice on makers, questions to ask, tips for identifying the best examples in furniture, ceramics, glass, silver, dolls, teddy bears, textiles and more. With hundreds of photographs that reveal every detail of each piece, you''ll soon know exactly what to look for. Get more at www.antiques.dk.com with over 30,000 photos, descriptions and price guides. "Super-easy to use, may save or make you a bob or two." 5-star rating, Web User Magazine.

The perfect gift book for any man who loves watches.Internationally there are 27 watch-related magazines. There has been a resurgence of interest in watches with the Swiss watch market up by 30% year on year. In May 2006 watches accounted for one billion Swiss francs of export. The US is the indsutry''s largest single export market.Future titles in this series include: Shoes, Teddy Bears, Vintage Gems.

Whether you are buying at auction, flea market or antiques shop, this is the book you need to identify and date what you find. More than 6,000 marks are organized for quick, at-a-glance reference with full-colour sections on silver, bronze figures, ceramics, glass, costume jewelry and toys and dolls.

Drawing on the time-proven methods of professionals, this step-by-step guide provides readers with simple yet professional techniques for cleaning, repairing, maintaining, and displaying cherished antiques and collectibles.

This comprehensive resource for collectors is a complete visual guide to the history of the decorative arts from furniture and ceramics to glass, silver and metalware, and textiles.