Best Selling Books by Sherryl Woods

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.

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?

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.

Her devastating marriage behind her, Raylene Hammond is truly thankful for her best friends, the Sweet Magnolias. They’ve taken her in, shielding her from the world. Then she meets sheriff’s deputy Carter Rollins, and suddenly Raylene’s haven no longer feels quite so safe. Carter understands why Raylene is trapped inside. He’s even taken to bringing the outside world to her. But with two kid sisters to raise, just how much time can he devote to this woman who’s stolen his heart? Raylene knows Carter is a man worth loving, but she may never be strong enough to accept what he’s offering. How long can she ask him to wait? Maybe they’ll never have more than this one sweet summer. “[This] Sweet Magnolias story has many strong points, but it’s the sensitive handling of heroine Raylene’s issues that make it truly worthwhile.” —RT Book Reviews

Welcome to Chesapeake Shores, where New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods weaves a world with compelling characters and heartfelt emotion.

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.

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! Five women…five dreams…a lifetime of friendship…revisit the beloved stories of the Calamity Janes by #1 New York Times bestseller Sherryl Woods with Winding River Reunion, originally published as Do You Take This Rebel? in 2001 WINDING RIVER REUNION Pregnant and unmarried, she left town...now, Cassie Collins has returned to reconnect with her oldest friends, the Calamity Janes, and put her troubles behind her. But the father of her child, Cole Davis, gives her two choices: marriage or lose her son. Time hadn’t dulled Cassie’s anger at the man who’d betrayed her 10 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? Originally published in 2001 under the title Do You Take This Rebel?

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 bullying threatens to destroy a teen''s life, painful memories resurface for dedicated high school teacher Laura Reed and pediatrician J. C. Fullerton. With the support of the Sweet Magnolias, they bring the town together to ensure that a promising student''s future isn''t ruined. And to establish once and for all that bullying has no place in Serenity, South Carolina. Both J.C.''s and Laura''s passion for the cause is deeply personal, and their growing feelings for each other are just as strong. But with so many secret hurts to overcome, can these two vulnerable lovers find the strength to believe in happily ever after?

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods brings readers a beloved tale of hope and second chances When a tragic fire landed Frank in the hospital, all he wanted was to be left alone. His hands were injured, the very way he made his living destroyed. How could he face life—or his sprawling, well-meaning family—again? Then Jenny Michaels waltzed into his room and claimed she was going to bully and badger him until he got on the road to recovery. The pretty, pert occupational therapist claimed she, too, had faced adversity—and won! And though Frank said he didn''t want her pity, he knew deep down that Jenny was a dream come true…and perhaps in more ways than one.

A Vow To Love by Sherryl Woods released on Mar 25, 1994 is available now for purchase.

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?

Returning home has never been so bittersweet in this acclaimed novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods Flamingo Diner has always been a friendly place where everyone knows your name. Unfortunately, in the small town of Winter Cove, Florida, it is also the place where everyone knows everything about you. As a teenager, Emma Killian didn’t recognize what a remarkable business her family had created, and so she moved away. Now her father’s tragic death has brought her home to face a mountain of secrets, debts and questions about why and how her beloved father died. As Emma grapples with her out-of-control family, the responsibility of keeping Flamingo Diner afloat and a pair of well-meaning senior-citizen sleuths, she finds support from an unlikely source. Onetime bad boy Matt Atkins is now the Winter Cove police chief. Matt has always had a penchant for trouble and an eye for Emma. Now it seems he’s the only one who can help Emma discover the answers to her questions...and give her a whole new reason to stay home

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…

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! #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods brings readers the first chapter in the classic tales of the Devaneys…brothers torn apart in childhood, reunited by love. Previously published in The Devaney Brothers: Ryan and Sean. Abandoned by his parents and separated from his brothers, Ryan Devaney doesn’t believe in love. Until Maggie O’Brien storms into his Irish pub and her bright smile and tender touch make him reconsider. The beautiful redhead warms his frozen spirit and awakens forgotten dreams—like the desire to search for his long-lost brothers. Will he dare to believe there’s a place for them in happily-ever-after? The Devaneys Book One: Ryan’s Place Book Two: Sean’s Reckoning Book Three: Michael’s Discovery Book Four: Patrick’s Destiny Book Five: Daniel’s Desire

A rollicking romance follows sensible spinster Daisy Spencer, who decides to take in a precocious youngster, much to the town''s surprise, and finds herself up against the boy''s uncle, rugged D.C. cop Walker Ames, and soon the unlikely pair find themselves head over heels in love. Original.

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! Don''t miss this all-time favorite story about finding happiness in unexpected places from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods Slade Sutton never really thought of himself as a father, but his motherless young daughter was proof to the contrary. So when Annie was suddenly dropped into his lap, Slade knew he needed help. And he''d take it from anyone—except, that is, the infuriatingly flirtatious Val Harding. Why, if Slade wasn''t careful, that little lady would have him roped and tied before he knew it. Sure, Val knew a challenge when she saw one—and ex-rodeo star Slade clearly qualified. But somehow she saw through his tough demeanor to the irresistible cowboy at heart. Now if she could just convince Slade that they were all meant to be together…

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.

Devastating secrets tear two families apart in this acclaimed novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods For ten years Emily Dobbs and Marcie Carter have been the closest of friends. They''ve raised their kids together, shared joy and heartache, exchanged neighborhood gossip over tea. But when Marcie''s son, now a college freshman sports star, is arrested for date rape, the bond between the families could be shattered forever. As the Carters try to deal with the unthinkable, Emily discovers her daughter has been hiding a terrible secret…a secret that threatens the futures of both families. Recently divorced, Emily struggles to keep it all together—to support her terrified daughter, to maintain her friendship with Evan''s mother and to have faith in the detective who could change all of their lives. When things seem darkest, both she and Marcie discover that sometimes the first step toward a better future is mending fences with the past.

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

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.

After years apart, Mick and Megan O''Brien are finally ready to make it official…again. Most of their grown children couldn''t be happier about their rekindled love and impending marriage this holiday season. Only Connor is a holdout. Driven to become a divorce attorney after what he views as his mother''s abandonment of their family, Connor''s not about to give his blessing to this reunion romance. The last thing Megan wants to do is hurt her family again. After all, is she really sure she and Mick can make it this time around? And when an unexpected delivery causes chaos, it seems only a miracle can reunite this family. Of course, it is Christmas—the season of miracles.

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! Fatherhood is filled with all kinds of unexpected surprises in this acclaimed Adams Dynasty story from New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods. Widower Harlan Adams had plenty of experience with children—male children, anyway. So when a rebellious teenage girl stole his truck and went for a joyride, Harlan was baffled. Then he confronted her intriguing, sassy mother and was totally thrown for a loop. While he might not know anything about girls, he thought he knew everything about women. Trouble was, Harlan had no experience with a woman who told him no…

The Sweet Magnolias is now a Netflix Original Series! From #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Sherryl Woods Any problem can be solved with sweet tea, sunshine and good friends. After her disastrous marriage ended in divorce, 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—the emotionally wounded single mom knows she can face any crisis. When Sarah meets handsome stranger Travis McDonald on one of her shifts at Wharton’s Diner, she’s intrigued by his flattering words. But her battered self-confidence makes it hard for her to take him at face value, and she isn’t certain if she’s ready to trust again. Travis is intent on getting Sarah to work at his fledgling radio station…and on giving their relationship a chance. Sarah has learned she can’t trust sweet words alone. Starting a new relationship may be just what she needs, but first she must decide if she’s ready to risk her heart again. 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

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?

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

#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.

The Sweet Magnolias is now a Netflix Original Series! From No.1 New York Times Bestselling Author Sherryl Woods! For the Sweet Magnolias, friendship lasts a lifetime... Maddie Townsend might live in a town called Serenity, but there''s been nothing calm or peaceful about her life since her marriage broke up. This stay-at-home mum has no job skills, an out-of-control sixteen-year-old son, a talkative fourteen-year-old who''s suddenly gone silent, a six-year-old daughter whose heart is broken, an ex-husband whose younger girlfriend is expecting their baby and two best friends who think she''s somehow qualified to help them open a fitness spa for women. But if Maddie is a tad on edge with all that on her plate, it''s nothing compared to the chaos that ensues when she discovers that her son''s baseball coach has feelings for her and the whole town disapproves. Maddie''s faced a lot of challenges lately with strength and resolve, but Cal Maddox may turn out to be more than she can handle. Then again, he could just be the one man in all of South Carolina who can help her find serenity.

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…

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

From the author of Feels Like Family, a Netflix Book Club Pick! THOSE WATKINS BOYS! THAT WILDE WOMAN! When handsome single dad Slade Watkins came to town, all Riverton wagered that a wedding was in the offing. The hapless widower hadn''t a clue about taming his two rambunctious sons—until pretty Danielle Wilde took the motherless mischief-makers under her wing. A born nurturer, Dani clearly hankered to call the Watkins clan her own. Unfortunately, sexy Slade had vowed never, ever to rewed. Still, the townsfolk knew: once a Wilde woman put her mind to marriage …a man could kiss his bachelorhood goodbye! Watch as three sisters fall in love with the men of their dreams and walk down THE BRIDAL PATH.

New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods touches readers'' hearts with this all-time favorite winter tale of love and family… Once Sharon Adams had her future all planned—only to see it snatched away in a heartbeat, leaving her dreams in the dust. And then a fateful snowy night found two strangers at her door. The first was Cord Branson, an intriguing and irresistible stranger. And the second was a baby, the one she''d always dreamed, and long despaired, of finding… Loner cowboy Cord couldn''t say exactly what had brought him to Sharon''s door; he knew only that he had to go inside. And when he saw the lovely woman with that beautiful baby in her arms, for one wild and improbable second he imagined she was his. The baby theirs. And he knew that, whatever it took, somehow he had to make it happen…

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?

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.

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.

Overwhelmed by single fatherhood, widower David Winthrop feared he was failing his savvy, sad-eyed, ten-year-old son. Still, he never expected hotshot divorce attorney Kate Newton to descend upon him like some avenging angel, bristling with maternal indignation on behalf of Davey junior, her pint-size "client." Worse, David found himself itching to peel away Kate''s power pinstripes…. But could this tough lady lawyer, so adept at wrenching marriages asunder, prove woman enough to make David''s tattered family whole?"

Despite cautionary advice from her boyfriend, reporter Amanda Roberts investigates the death of an aerobics instructor and uncovers cocaine sales taking place in the club''s health bar