Best Selling Books by Sherryl Woods

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! Don''t miss this reader-favorite tale of healing hearts from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods. Cynical and soul-weary foreign correspondent Richard Walton had traveled the world andfound only pain and misery. He believed there was nothing—and no one—good left in theworld. Then he met kind and generous Pastor Anna Louise Perkins. Could this very specialwoman take away the nightmares and give him the peace his jaded soul is searching for?

Foe...Or Fiancé? Karen Hanson''s oldest friends, the Calamity Janes, urged her to sell her struggling ranch and pursue her lifelong dreams of travel. But the only bidder for her land was brooding, enigmatic Grady Blackhawk--her late husband''s worst enemy. How could she sell the land to him? Then Grady set out to prove that he wasn''t the scoundrel Karen thought him. Spending time with her drop-dead handsome adversary might cost Karen a lot more than her ranch. Because Grady was becoming less interested in claiming her land...and more intent on claiming Karen herself!

New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods sweeps readers away with a beloved story of opposites attract… After one strictly business visit to the uncivilized wilds of Wyoming, globe-trotting financial wizard Joshua Ames swore he''d never go west again. Yet, here he was, back on a sprawling ranch deep in snowy cattle country, confronted with the one woman he hadn''t been able to forget—a mischievous, irresistible cowgirl who both maddened and aroused him. But when love and commitment were involved, she was as stubborn as they came. For Traci, it was lust—plain and simple. Still, the fiercely independent cowgirl and single mother knew from past experience just how dangerous unbridled passion could be. But that was before this outrageously attractive city slicker tenderly lassoed her wild, wary heart…

Once upon a time, Michael Delacourt''s tempting kisses had sent Grace Foster''s heartbeat ricocheting. Now, here she was on an isolated Texas ranch with the only man she''d ever loved...the man she could never marry. So, when a tidal wave of longing washed over her resistance, she''d focused on the two vulnerable runaways who''d landed in Michael''s care. Clearly, the oil tycoon needed Grace''s parenting skills, so why the fire in his touch? Did he harbor a fierce desire for one more chance at love--this time forever?

Don''t miss this fan-favorite tale from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods of finding love in unexpected places… Marilou Stockton frequently saw some odd things at her job as a postal worker in the dead-letter office. But when she stumbled across a grandmother''s heartrending missive, one glance convinced her she had to seek out the writer''s little grandson. But Cal Rivers was no child! He was a man—a sexy, stubborn rancher with no intention of honorably mending his fences. As far as Marilou could tell, all of Cal''s intentions were strictly dishonorable…and aimed at her. But while his anger might be valid, she knew there was more to life than holding grudges. There was forgiveness…and love.

Part memoir, part oral history, #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods gives us a rare and intimate look at Colonial Beach, Virginia. Rich in narrative history and local color, A Small Town Love Story: Colonial Beach, Virginia is an homage to the town of Sherryl Woods’s summers, a place that stole her heart long ago and provided the basis for the many fictional small towns in her bestselling novels. True to Woods’s signature style of focusing on characters who are at the center of their communities, here she has woven together the stories of the very real people who helped shape this seaside Virginia town. She takes us back to the days of her own family gatherings, artfully capturing the unique essence of Colonial Beach and making us yearn for small-town life. Woods’s own memories frame the true stories she features—from the unique history of Colonial Beach itself to some firsthand accounts of the Oyster Wars that once consumed the community, to the stories of neighborhood merchants who made it a point to know just about every customer by name. From farmers to restauranteurs and hoteliers, from pastors to librarians and military folk, Woods’s research and interviews give life to the personalities of a very special place.

Dana Sue might run the best little restaurant in Serenity, but when you''re feeding a small town of neighbors, busybodies and best friends, things can get a bit hot in the kitchen. Never mind that sh''s putting on too many pounds (an occupational hazard for a chef)—sh''s worried about her too-skinny teenage daughter, Annie, who has been slowly starving herself since the loud, suitcase-tossing, name-calling fit on her front lawn that left Dana Sue minus one cheating husband. But sometimes life picks strange ways to mend fences. When Annie lands in the hospital, Dana Sue reaches out to the man she loves to hate: Ron, the husband who took her heart when she tossed him out. Ron is still Annie''s white knight, even if h''s decidedly more tarnished in Dana Sue''s eyes. But he still looks good enough to eat, and maybe, just maybe, to forgive. Once, Ron made the mistake of letting go without a proper fight. But now Dana Sue is about to get another taste of sweet devotion from a man tired of feeling like a fool, hungry for that slice of heaven he found with her.—

In the spring, both flowers and love are blooming… Natural Born Lawman Texas lawman Justin Adams has always played by the rules. Until one day the deputy catches a petty thief attempting to steal a bottle of baby medicine. The imploring eyes of desperate single mother Patsy Longhorn—not to mention those of her feverish little boy—just might make him reconsider. After breaking off relations with her husband, Patsy Longhorn is wary of men in general, and facing police deputy Justin Adams should have had her running for cover. But somehow this man makes her wonder if maybe the time has come to stop running—if maybe Justin is what she’s been waiting her whole life to find. The Unclaimed Baby Sharon Adams once thought she had her whole future planned—until her dreams were snatched away and she was left running her family’s convenience store. Then on a fateful snowy night she finds two strangers at her door. The first is Cody Branson, an intriguing and irresistible man from another town. And the second is a baby, the one she’s always dreamed, and long despaired, of finding… Loner cowboy Cord couldn’t say exactly what had brought him to Sharon’s door on that cold and snowy night. But when he sees Sharon Adams with a beautiful baby in her arms, for one wild and improbable second he dreams of having a family again. And he knows that, whatever it takes, he has to find a way to make it happen…

The Sweet Magnolias is now a Netflix Original Series! From #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Sherryl Woods Single mom Lynn Morrow is determined to put food on the table for her son and daughter. Her soon-to-be-ex-husband has failed to meet his obligations time and again—but it turns out that Ed is struggling with his own demons. Enter contractor Mitch Franklin, an unlikely knight in shining armor. A widower with two grieving sons, Mitch once admired Lynn from afar. Now he sees in her not only the sweet girl who got away, but a woman desperately in need of support. While rushing to the rescue of Lynn and her children comes naturally to Mitch, he’s also wise enough to encourage Lynn to find her own way…hopefully straight into his arms. Read the Sweet Magnolias Series by Sherryl Woods: Book One: Stealing Home Book Two: A Slice of Heaven Book Three: Feels Like Family Book Four: Welcome to Serenity Book Five: Home in Carolina Book Six: Sweet Tea at Sunrise Book Seven: Honeysuckle Summer Book Eight: Midnight Promises Book Nine: Catching Fireflies Book Ten: Where Azaleas Bloom Book Eleven: Swan Point Bonus: The Sweet Magnolias Cookbook

PREGNANT AND UNMARRIED, SHE LEFT TOWN... Now Cassie Collins had returned to reconnect with her oldest friends, the Calamity Janes, and put her troubles behind her. But trouble found her in the disconcertingly sexy form of Cole Davis--father of her child. Having discovered her secret, Cole demanded a convenient marriage--or Cassie could lose her son to the powerful, wealthy Davis clan. Time hadn''t dulled Cassie''s anger at the man who''d betrayed her ten years ago...nor cooled the fiery attraction between them. Could she rekindle their long-lost love, and unite Cole, herself and their son in the precious bonds of family?

As a psychologist Mallory Blake knew there were times when one had to let go. She also knew just how much it hurt. After her husbands death she''d packed up her belongings and moved to San Francisco, wishing it was as easy to box up her memories and seal away her regrets. But she had her patients at the hospital who helped her move forward patients like six year old Davey. The broken little boy needed Mallory not that his doctor agreed. Mallory had heard the rumors about neurosurgeon Justin Whitmore. She had experienced firsthand his temper his impossible standards and his undeniable charm. But beneath all of that Mallory discovered Justin hid an old pain one she wasn''t sure she could heal. And yet she couldn''t walk away from him. Because there were times when it was right to move on and times when you took someone''s hand and never let go.

No.1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods returns to charming Trinity Harbor with this classic story of a love that defies the odds. A merry-go-round horse and an armed guard in his front yard — along with half the town — is not what Bobby Spencer expects to wake up to. So with his quiet Sunday morning ruined, he isn’t feeling very kindly toward the woman responsible. But Jenna Pennington Kennedy is desperate. She needs to capture Bobby’s attention so he’ll hire her to plan the town’s new riverfront development. It’s just the sort of thing that could prove to her father she’s a responsible woman, not the reckless kid of old. The last thing Bobby wants in his life is a sexy single mum with grand ambitions. And Jenna doesn’t need any more roller-coaster romances. But in Trinity Harbor, love has a way of defying expectations — ask anyone.

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! Revisit this beloved story of new love—and family!—from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods. When Melanie D''Angelo arrived at Rose Cottage, she was only looking to mend her shattered heart and restore the beautiful house her grandmother once called home. The last thing she wanted was to become involved with her landscape designer! Mike Mikelewski couldn''t deny his instant connection with the gorgeous Melanie, but the single dad already had a woman in his life—his adorable but troubled young daughter, Jessie. Even though Melanie made his heart pound—and Jessie smile—he wouldn''t allow himself to take a chance on a love that was blossoming like the Rose Cottage garden. Or could the trio become the family that Jessie had always dreamed about? Book 1 of Rose Cottage Sisters. Previously published.

Love conquers all when you least expect it. The Pint-Sized Secret Geologist Brianna O''Ryan was beautiful, intelligent…and possibly a corporate spy! Yet the more Jeb Delacourt investigated what the single mom had tried to keep hidden, the more he felt her secret was not professional, but personal...and the faster she made his pulse race. Soon, stolen kisses and midnight embraces had Brianna wondering if it was time to risk everything for love… Marrying a Delacourt Once upon a time, Michael Delacourt''s tempting kisses had sent Grace Foster''s heartbeat ricocheting. Now here she was on an isolated Texas ranch with the only man she''d ever loved…the man she could never marry. So when a tidal wave of longing overcame her, she shifted her focus to the two vulnerable runaways who''d landed in Michael''s care. Clearly, the oil tycoon needed Grace''s parenting skills, so why the fire in his touch? Did he harbor a fierce desire for one more chance at love—this time forever?

Bold and brash Todd Lewis is a talented construction engineer who''s in over his head when it comes to charming, beautiful, and brainy schoolteacher Elizabeth Gentry. She knows a thing or two about child rearing, but she has some things to learn about men. And Todd is very willing to fill in those gaps in her education.

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! Sometimes doing the right thing isn''t what you might imagine in this fan-favorite story from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods Half virginal innocence, half saucy temptress, willful Lizzy Adams had long since stolen rancher Hank Robbins''s heart. And then one night, passion overcame common sense and left them both with a little more than just wonderful memories—and the determination to "do the right thing." For Lizzy, that meant not roping the rugged rancher into marriage. And for Hank, well…what would it take to make the beloved mother-to-be his wife?

#1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods returns readers to the beloved Southern town of Trinity Harbor with a story of second chances and finding love in unexpected places How could the sensible daughter of Trinity Harbor''s self-proclaimed patriarch have taken in the boy caught hot-wiring her car? Whether the boy is a modern-day Huck Finn or not, Trinity Harbor is in an uproar. But for Daisy Spencer, guiding the orphaned ten-year-old is easy, an escape from her own tragic past. She can ignore the town''s nay-saying. The only real obstacle is…that man. That man is the boy''s uncle, Walker Ames, a tough DC cop who sees his unexpected nephew as his last chance at redemption. Soon he''s commuting to the charming fishbowl of a town, where everyone assumes he''s seduced Daisy—their best Sunday-school teacher! But to Walker, Daisy is a disconcerting mix of charming innocence and smart-mouthed excitement in a town that''s not as sleepy as it looks.

Let New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods sweep you away with thisacclaimed novella about uncovering long-hidden secrets. Drawn to an old trunk in the attic, Lara Calhoun is unable to resist finding out whattreasure her late, beloved mother had kept hidden away for all these years. Her unexpecteddiscovery soon turns her world upside down and makes her second-guess everything she''sever believed about her mother and about love. Will it lead her straight into DaveLafferty''s arms—or make her turn away from the love of a lifetime?

When former pro football quarterback Aidan Mitchell comes to Chesapeake Shore to coach the high school team, Liz March, who has sworn off men, finds herself falling for him until a devastating secret from his past threatens to destroy everything.

When it comes to family and Christmas, #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods always looks to the O''Briens for a little holiday magic. For the very driven medical student Caitlyn Winters, catching the bridal bouquet at a Christmas wedding has set off a chain reaction that she''s sure is more curse than blessing. Not only has she fallen in love with family medicine resident Noah McIlroy, but an unexpected pregnancy threatens her well-laid plans for the future. It doesn''t help that Noah—with a whole lot of help from Caitlyn''s O''Brien relatives—is completely on board with the prospect of marriage and happily-ever-after. It takes a whole lot of patience, love and family persuasion to help Caitlyn realize that she can still have everything she ever wanted, including a home in her beloved Chesapeake Shores and a man who understands all her dreams.

The stick turned blue on Jane Dawson’s pregnancy test just in time to stop her biological clock from running wild. But there was just one small problem—she’d unwittingly thrown her former flame into daddyhood!

Patrick''s Destiny by Sherryl Woods released on Jun 24, 2003 is available now for purchase.

Natural Born Daddy — Sherryl Woods Jordan Adams proposed a marriage of convenience to Kelly Flint because he thought it was time they settled down with a dependable friend. They''d both learned the hard way that love only leads to heartache. But Kelly made Jordan feel that their marriage would be anything but platonic, and her daughter kindled feelings of fatherhood in his heart. Now he had to convince Kelly that he was not only a natural born daddy...but also the perfect husband! Her Highness And The Bodyguard — Christine Rimmer Marcus is the best man Rhia''s ever known, and she''s never gotten over their breakup. But Rhia is a Bravo-Calabretti, and he''s a lowly security guard — they can never be equals. When a breathless night together brings a baby, Marcus insists that no child of his will grow up without its mother and father. Rhia has her own requirement: her child will be raised on love, not obligation. Yet Marcus has made it clear that his duty comes before everything...especially his own desires. The Baby Surprise — Brenda Harlen Attorney Paige Wilder suddenly became guardian to an orphaned baby girl. Then Zach Crawford appeared on Paige''s doorstep and her life really went topsy-turvy. The military pilot was determined to win custody of his little girl...if the sparks between he and Paige didn''t drive him to distraction first! Paige couldn''t bear to lose Emma to anyone, especially not Zach. But as he proved himself to be the perfect daddy, she soon realised that the family of her dreams might be just a kiss away...

Una nueva serie televisiva, basada en las novelas de la saga Sweet Magnolias de Sherryl Woods, se emitirá en Netflix. Promesas a medianoche El cortejo de Elliott Cruz a Karen Ames, madre divorciada pasando por ciertas dificultades, fue digno de una fantasía romántica hecha realidad. El sexy entrenador personal se propuso recomponer la fortaleza física y emocional de Karen y encandilar a sus hijos. Noche de luciérnagas Cuando el acoso escolar amenazó con destruir la vida de una adolescente, a la entregada profesora de instituto Laura Reed y al pediatra J.C. Fulleron los asaltaron dolorosos recuerdos. Con el apoyo de un grupo de amigas reunieron al pueblo entero para asegurarse de que el prometedor futuro de una alumna no quedara arruinado y para dejar claro de una vez por todas que en Serenity, Carolina del Sur, no había cabida para el acoso escolar. Cuando florecen las azaleas Lynn Morrow estaba decidida a poner un plato de comida en la mesa para sus dos hijos. El que pronto se convertiría en su exmarido había fallado de nuevo a la hora de cumplir con sus obligaciones.

Fill your home with the freshly baked scent of luscious apple pie, the sizzle of peachy grilled chicken or the beckoning aroma of juicy roast lamb, all brought to life in this charming collection of recipes. New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods invites you into the world of Serenity, South Carolina, where good food and good friends await. Based on her beloved Sweet Magnolias series, this gorgeous cookbook is full of Southern classics and heartwarming stories of friendship and fun. Join Dana Sue Sullivan, a popular character and Southern cook herself, as she shares her favorite down-home recipes as well as secrets, stories and small-town gossip from the world of the Sweet Magnolias! Whether you''re making flaky, buttery, too-good-to-be-true biscuits, or spicy seafood gumbo, the 150 recipes found in these pages will bring your family and friends together to celebrate the comforts of home. From legendary margarita nights to indulgent Sunday brunches to heartening holiday meals, every recipe in this book is sure to infuse your life and your kitchen with the warmth of the South and the comfort of good food.

Just after Molly moves into her new Key Biscayne condo, she discovers a corpse in the condo party room--and the knife in his back is hers. Molly starts snooping around and finds herself in hot water with the killer, but the uneasy alliance Molly forms with a gorgeous detective may be the start of something wonderful.

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! Revisit the Adams Dynasty in this scandalous tale of falling for the enemy from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods. The wealthy, powerful Delacourts had destroyed her family, and Maddie Kent wanted revenge. So she cozied up to Tyler Delacourt, the dynasty''s youngest son. But who knew the last Delacourt bachelor would be so irresistibly seductive? That the devilishly handsome oil scion would shatter Maddie''s careful plan? Maddie''s new mission was to prevent Tyler from becoming devastated by shocking family secrets. But would he forgive her deception—and could the sins of their fathers be redeemed by a pledge of eternal love?

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! Don''t miss this fan-favorite tale from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods of lovers separated by circumstance, but destined to find their way back to each other. In the heat of a southern night, Catherine Devlin met Dillon Westin, and together they shared the joy of a single weekend. The sexy businessman charmed her, and in his arms she found a happiness she''d never known. But they lived in different cities, had busy lives—so they parted with a soul-shattering kiss…and a promise to meet again in one year. Catherine spent the passing seasons remembering the passion of those days. She wanted to spend the rest of her life with Dillon, and although their joyful reunion brought them together, a lifetime of obligations pulled them apart. And she began to wonder if “next time” would ever mean “forever.” Originally published in 1990.

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! THE ROGUE He was wild, sexy, too hot to handle—the guy all the girls in school whispered about …and secretly longed for. Now, all grown up, this rogue was even more intriguing to Ashley Wilde. Did she dare to tame Dillon Ford and make him hers for keeps? THE LADY She was prim, proper and by-the-books—the priss miss who had every advantage growing up. Now she''d returned to her hometown and Dillon was determined to seduce her. He''d let her get away once, but not twice. THAT SPECIAL WOMAN! Stuck in a secluded cabin together, will these total opposites clash…or go down THE BRIDAL PATH?

BESTSELLING AUTHOR COLLECTION Reader-favorite romances in collectible volumes from our bestselling authors. A Daring Vow by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods She scandalized an entire town and ensnared the upright Taylor Matthews…but that was long ago. Now grown up, Zelda Lane is back in Port William, South Carolina, to pick up the pieces after her mother''s death. Secretly, single father Taylor always regretted letting Zelda go—and he dreaded her return much more. Zelda is as beautiful and bold as Taylor remembers, but with a polished reputation to uphold, can Taylor loosen up enough to convince Zelda he''s never stopped loving her? Previously published FREE STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! An Amish Match by Jo Ann Brown With a baby on the way, a toddler son to care for and a run-down farm, Amish widow Rebekah Burkholder is worried for her family''s future. So when a kind, hardworking Amish widower with three children proposes a sensible marriage, Rebekah accepts. Overseeing Joshua Stoltzfus''s household and being a loving mother to his children should be simple. But as Rebekah unexpectedly falls for her new husband, dare she hope that Joshua will reopen his heart to love, too? Previously published

Revisit the popular Charleston Trilogy by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods in this heartwarming story of love, loss, and family rejuvenation. The moment Amanda defied her rich and powerful father to marry Bobby O’Leary, Big Max disowned her. Even now, with Bobby dead and Amanda mired in debt, he refuses to forgive her. But Caleb, the new man in Amanda’s life, is determined to mend fences between father and daughter. He also has a far more personal mission—to make Amanda and her family his own. But when she learns how close he is to Big Max and the secret Caleb’s been hiding, there’s every chance she could walk away. As a pastor, Caleb’s used to calling on a higher power for help, and heaven knows it’s going to take a miracle to fix this before it’s too late. Originally published in 2006.

Rescuing Allie Matthews from the rubble of her home should have been all in a day''s work for Ricky Wilder. But her quiet intensity sparked his protective instincts, and unexpectedly, the sexy Latino invited Allie to stay with him during her home''s renovations. Soon the feisty beauty had Ricky rethinking his bachelor ways. Yet how could he prove his love when he couldn''t find the words? Vulnerable Allie preferred her life predictable and risk free—until Ricky stormed her heart and coaxed her out of her cautious world. Living with Ricky set Allie spinning in an emotional whirlwind…but could she trust her love to a man who lived his whole life on the edge?

With her trademark humor and heartfelt emotion, "New York Times"-bestselling author Woods draws readers into an unforgettable family. Reissue.

Castillos en la arena Años atrás, Emily Castle había tomado una difícil decisión: marcharse de casa para convertirse en diseñadora de interiores. En aquel entonces estaba desesperada por demostrar su valía, sin embargo, el éxito le había costado caro, ya que había tenido que dejar atrás al hombre al que amaba. La caricia del viento Enfrentada a una crisis personal, Gabriella Castle se refugió en los protectores brazos de su familia. Todo aquello por lo que había trabajado le había sido arrebatado de golpe, y buscó la tranquilidad del hogar de su abuela para meditar sobre las difíciles decisiones que tendría que tomar en un futuro cercano. Lo último que quería en ese momento era un inesperado amor. El susurro de las olas Últimamente, Samantha Castle prefería estar en la costa de Carolina del Norte con su familia, que en Nueva York con representantes y actores. Aunque se había prometido no dejar que Ethan Cole influenciara en su decisión de cambiar sus antiguos sueños por otros nuevos, cada vez le resultaba más difícil ignorar sus sentimientos por el héroe de guerra.

Two more Adams men -- and an Adams woman! -- are about to find themselves on a collision course with love, marriage and babies in these three complete novels by Sherryl Woods! In Unexpected Mommy, an idealistic schoolteacher marries the sexy rancher father of her most rambunctious student. In The Cowgirl & the Unexpected Wedding, a wealthy ranching heiress has to choose between a medical career and the down-home rancher she loves. Or so she thinks ... In Natural Born Lawman, a by-the-book sheriff puts the book aside for once -- for a beautiful, desperate single mother and her sick baby.

Emotionally wounded single mom Sarah Price has come home to Serenity, South Carolina, for a fresh start. With support from her two best friends--the newest generation of the Sweet Magnolias--she can face any crisis. But sometimes a woman needs more than even treasured friends can provide. Sexy Travis McDonald may be exactly what Sarah''s battered self-confidence requires. The newcomer is intent on getting Sarah to work at his fledgling radio station...and maybe into his bed, as well. Sarah has learned not to trust sweet words. She''ll measure the man by his actions. Is Travis the one to heal her heart? Or will he break it again?

#1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods returns readers to the beloved Southern town of Trinity Harbor with a story of intrigue and second chances. Sheriff Tucker Spencer has seen some action…but finding an almost-naked woman asleep in his bed leaves him speechless. Especially because this same woman, Mary Elizabeth, broke Tucker''s heart six years ago by marrying a charismatic Virginia politician, a man who''s just been found shot dead. Mary Elizabeth needs Tucker''s help. Needs him, period. But along with her return comes all the town gossip about their reunion romance. Even his father, who can''t manage his own love life, is determined to "impart his wisdom" regarding theirs. Tucker''s not listening to any of it. He just needs to clear Mary Elizabeth''s name. But in the end, he''ll confront a mystery even more confusing than murder: how the heart makes room for forgiveness and a new start.

You might meet them at the coffee shop, the grocery store, or walking down the street. They’re women across North America committed to reaching out and changing lives one good deed at a time. Five of these exceptional women have been selected as this year’s recipients of Harlequin’s More Than Words award. And once again five New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling authors have kindly offered their creativity to write original short stories inspired by these real-life heroines. We hope More Than Words will touch your heart and inspire the heroine living inside you. QUEEN OF THE RODEO by Linda Lael Miller BLACK TIE AND PROMISES by Sherryl Woods PLACE IN THIS WORLD by Curtis An Matlock HANNAH’S HUGS by Jennifer Archer STEP BY STEP by Kathleen O’Brien