New Releases by Catherine Anderson

Broken by the grief of losing her husband and desperate for a new start, Maddie McLendon moves to Bitterroot Valley, Montana, with her adult son and her grandson. But despite the natural beauty of her new town, not every change is a welcome one. Maddie''s neighbour Sam used to be a pillar of the community, but he has driven friends away due to heartbreak. He seems to intrude on her life at every turn. As Christmas draws closer, Sam''s and Maddie''s grown children begin to fall in love, but can they both move through their grief and accept these new relationships?

Love blooms once more in the quaint town of Mystic Creek, Oregon, from the New York Times bestselling author of Strawberry Hill. Erin De Laney came to Mystic Creek hoping that the slower pace might rekindle her enthusiasm for law enforcement. Instead she feels as frustrated as she did in the city and when her disillusionment with the job increases, she takes a position on her uncle''s ranch. Her life has enough complications without her attraction to handsome, deaf cowboy, Wyatt Fitzgerald, the foreman on the ranch. Wyatt has sworn off dating, and Erin fears that nothing she does will ever change his mind. Yet while working with an abused horse under Wyatt''s guidance, Erin comes to better understand herself. She also learns that love can heal almost anything. Wyatt yearns to take Erin into his arms, but he''s hesitant to pursue a romantic relationship. When their work sends them out alone together into a wilderness area, Wyatt is even more determined to hold Erin at arm''s length. But out of their time alone together on the mountain blossoms a chance for a once-in-a-lifetime love if only he''s willing to give her his heart and make her his.

The New York Times bestselling author of Spring Forward returns to Mystic Creek, Oregon, where an estranged pair are given a second chance. As a camp cook, Vickie Brown loves feeding any size crowd in the great outdoors--with one notable exception. She never would have predicted she''d join the crew led by gruff cowboy Slade Wilder, the man who broke her heart just days before their wedding. Life has gone on since Vickie left him, but Slade can admit his attraction to the one woman he''s ever loved remains stronger than ever. If he wasn''t in such desperate need of an experienced cook for his paying guests, he would send Vickie packing. He knows better than to seek out the company of the woman who broke off their engagement so many years ago. Except there''s no escaping each other in the confines of the wilderness area, especially once their anger begins to soften in the shared close quarters. But after Vickie finds the courage to confront Slade, it will take a leap of faith for them to put their past behind him, even if it''s the only way to recapture their once-in-a-lifetime love.

The New York Times bestselling author returns to Mystic Creek, Oregon, with a story about finding an unforgettable love just around the corner. . . . When a favorite customer on his delivery route needs a favor, Tanner Richards agrees to help without a second thought. The last thing he expects is to face off against the man’s spitfire granddaughter. Crystal Malloy is near her breaking point. Her beloved grandfather constantly skirts the rules at the retirement center where he’s recovering from surgery. She’s caring for his escape artist dog, even if it means abandoning her salon customers, and she has no time for a romantic attraction to the handsome new stranger. After Tanner’s reassigned to Mystic Creek, Crystal can no longer ignore how much she misjudged the man’s good intentions. She has known too much sorrow to easily open her heart, but she can’t deny that Tanner and his children could gift her with a happiness beyond compare—if only she can forgive herself for the past and accept that she’s deserving of such a love.

Jamais sans Emily, Catherine Anderson Sa fille de sept ans a été enlevée. Emily, son enfant adorée, est aux mains des plus grands criminels de la région de Seattle. Mallory n’a jamais ressenti une angoisse aussi terrible de sa vie et, après avoir perdu son mari, elle ne survivrait pas à la perte de sa fille... Comment son beau-père, victime de chantage, a-t-il pu la placer dans une situation aussi éprouvante ? Certes, il a embauché Bud Mac Phearson, un détective privé, pour leur venir en aide et retrouver Emily. Mais peut-elle vraiment faire confiance à cet homme qui, bien qu’il dégage une force rassurante et possède un charisme indéniable, n’est qu’un inconnu pour elle ? L’innocente traquée, Marilyn Pappano Trois ans. Trois longues années passées à changer de ville et d’identité pour échapper à ceux qui ont assassiné son mari et cherchent à l’éliminer à son tour. Cassidy est épuisée. Se sentira-t-elle un jour en sécurité ? Aura-t-elle un jour enfin une vie « normale » ? C’est son vœu le plus cher. Alors, quand Jace Barnett, son nouveau voisin, lui fait comprendre qu’elle lui plaît, elle est bouleversée. Avoir une relation avec le beau, le prévenant Jace ressemblerait tellement à ce dont elle rêve ! Mais elle doit le repousser. Il le faut. Car, si Jace découvre son secret, il signe leur arrêt de mort à tous les deux...

After a career on the rodeo circuit, Ben Sterling longs to settle down on his farm and start a family like his brothers. He''s searched all over for the woman of his dreams. Yet the only one to spark his interest is the new owner of the local cafe. Getting her attention, however, won''t be easy. Sissy Sue Bentley has worked hard to make it on her own, and she doesn''t need another man in her life. From her alcoholic father to the men she''s dated, who were after only one thing, they are nothing but trouble. Except Ben keeps showing up whenever she really needs help. Sissy struggles to deny her growing feelings for him--but soon Ben''s tender concern has her hoping for a happier future. Then her past comes barreling back into her life, and it will take more than the love in Ben''s heart to hold them together. -- Container.

A KIDNAPPED CHILD. A DEADLY ENEMY. Bud Mac Phearson''s job is to protect Mallory Christiani and her young daughter, Emily--not to get personally involved with either. But after Emily disappears and the trail leads directly to a well-known crime boss, Mac can''t refuse the beautiful single mother''s pleas for help. With assassins hot on their trail and danger around every corner, the tentative partners race to find the missing key needed for the ransom...even as they try to fight the attraction blooming between them. But when Mac trades his own life for Emily''s, Mallory must risk it all to save the man she''s come to love...

Una historia de amor inolvidable nacida del más puro odio entre razas, la blanca y la india. Loretta es una joven blanca que fue testigo de la masacre de su familia a manos de los indios. Desde entonces tiene terror a que éstos vuelvan a interferir en su vida. Hunter es un guerrero comanche que desprecia a los blancos por la misma razón: éstos masacraron a su tribu y él fue testigo de lo ocurrido. Sin embargo una antigua profecía advierte que de su unión con una mujer de raza blanca y cabellos dorados, se marcará un nuevo destino que implica tanto a su raza como a él mismo.

Three times a lady. Three times a beauty. Three Times a Bride Three brides, three beginnings, three stories of incomparable romance from USA Today bestselling authors Catherine Anderson, Loretta Chase, and Samantha James. Celebrate the glorious, magical moment when man and woman become husband and wife with these three couples, joined by a passionate promise of forever—and inspired by true love. Wedded bliss has never been this wicked . . .

Experience the thrill of an unexpected love that defies all boundaries in the third historical romance in New York Times bestselling author Catherine Anderson’s Comanche series... Torn between the white and Comanche worlds of her parents, Indigo Wolf has grown up estranged from the townspeople of Wolf’s Landing, Oregon. No decent woman calls her a friend, and no man understands her strange, elusive spirit—until rugged Jake Rand comes to town. Jake offers to act as foreman of the family mine after a series of mysterious accidents have left Indigo’s father seriously injured. But Jake’s real motives are as secret as his true identity, and as personal as his growing attraction to Indigo...

THE PROTECTOR From the moment Heath Masters lays eyes on Meredith Kenyon, he knows there''s something mysterious in this pretty woman''s past. True, she seems like a good mother to her little daughter, but as local sheriff Heath has seen his share of liars ... and Meredith is certainly hiding something. But though his romantic gestures are met with suspicion, Heath can''t help but be drawn to his vulnerable new neighbor. He doesn''t entirely trust her, but he sure does want to kiss her THE WOMAN ON THE RUN About to lose her child in a devastating childcustody case, Meredith transformed herseIf from urbanwidow to small town mom, escaping the clutches of her abusive late husband''smanipulative father. Fleeing across America, she ran stright into the armsof the lonely lawman. Heath''s persistence melts her misgivings, making her wonder if she could overcome her traumatic former life. But could his love protect her from her past--now and foreve?r THE PROTECTOR From the moment Heath Masters lays eyes on Meredith Kenyon, he knows theres something mysterious in this pretty womans past. True, she seems like a good mother to her little daughter, but as local sheriff Heath has seen his share of liars. . .and Meredith is certainly hiding something, But through his romantic gestures are met with suspicion, Heath cant help but be drawn to his vulnerable new neighbor. He doesnt entirely trust her, but he sure does want to kiss her. THE WOMAN ON THE RUIN About to lose her child in a devastating child custody case, Meredith transformed herself from urban widow to small town mom, escaping the clutches of her abusive late husbands manipulative father. Fleeing across America, she ran straight into the arms of the lonely lawman. Heaths persistence melts her misgivings, making her wonder if she could overcome her traumatic former life. But could his love protect her from her past--now and forever?

He Longed for... Race Spencer''s gunslinging days are far behind him. He is now a rugged, respectable rancher, but it''s a solitary life. Then Fate leads Race to an earthbound angel—lost and alone'' the sole survivor of an outlaw attack—and even his hardened heart is moved. He sweeps the ivory-skinned beauty into his arms and carries her away from danger. A Woman to Cherish When innocent Rebecca Morgan wakes up in a stranger''s embrace, her life has been changed forever. Race''s touch makes her blood sing and stirs up emotions in her she never knew existed. But this man has a fearsome reputation. And though her life may depend on him, can she trust him? Is it love she sees in her rescuer''s dark eyes.? Race Spencer''s gunslinging days are far behind him. He is now a respectable racher, but it''s a solitary life. But then Fate lead Race to an earthbound angel—lost and alone, the sole survivor of an outlaw attack—and even his hardened heart is moved. He sweeps the ivory-skinned beauty into his arms and carries her away from danger. When innocent Rebecca Morgan wakes up in a stranger''s embrace, she knows her life has been changed forever. Though Race''s touch makes her blood sing and stirs up emotions in her she never kenw existed, she knows this man has a fearsome reputation. And though her life may depend on him, she doesn''t know if she can trust him. Can it really be love she sees in her rescuer''s dark eyes?

From New York Times bestselling author Catherine Anderson comes the second novel in the Comanche series—a stirring story of courage, passion, and unforgettable love... Years ago, Amy Masters escaped the fury of the Texas plains for a new life as a teacher in the golden hills of Oregon, where she found contentment—if not happiness. Then, out of the shadows, comes Swift Antelope, the Comanche warrior to whom she once pledged her heart when she was no more than a girl. Claiming that he’s given up his violent ways as a gunslinger, Swift has arrived to take the woman he feels is rightfully his, the woman who once swore to honor a sacred and unbreakable pact. But Amy’s brutal past has made it impossible for her to trust any man—even if it’s the bold warrior who has haunted her dreams, the only man she ever loved, the Comanche heart she can’t live without.

New York Times bestselling author Catherine Anderson presents the first novel in her contemporary romance series featuring the Harrigan Family... Born with second sight, Loni MacEwen has vowed to ignore the visions that have brought her so much heartbreak. Then she meets Clint Harrigan—and realizes she has no choice but to warn the handsome cowboy that his son is in danger. A hardworking, no-nonsense rancher, Clint doesn’t believe the pretty stranger—especially since he doesn’t even have a son. But then he sees the drama Loni predicted unfolding on the local news. An orphaned boy is lost in the dense Oregon wilderness, and according to Loni, only Clint can save him. Loni and Clint forge into the woods to find the lost boy. As long nights follow exhausting days, their feelings grow stronger, and what began as a race against time becomes a shared journey of trust, understanding, and unexpected love…

Did you know that a daddy longlegs is not a spider? How is a baby daddy longlegs like a little balloon? Are you brave enough to find out more about these interesting creatures? How are born? How do they grow, feed, move, and have babies? Where do they live and what do they look like? What makes them special?

New York Times bestselling author Catherine Anderson presents the beloved Coulter family in a novel that’s “romantic through and through” (Publishers Weekly). One glance. That’s all it takes. Wealthy rancher Ryan Kendrick falls hard and fast for lovely Bethany Coulter. A beguiling mix of sass and shyness, naiveté and maturity, she shares his passion for horses, has a great sense of humor, and can light up a room with her beautiful smile. She’s absolutely perfect—in every way but one… A long-ago barrel-racing accident has left Bethany confined to a wheelchair. In the years since, she has known both betrayal and heartbreak—and vowed never to open her heart to a man again. She has even accepted the possibility that she’ll never be able to enjoy a healthy intimate relationship—or have children of her own. But there’s something about handsome Ryan Kendrick. Something that makes her believe she can overcome every obstacle. Something that makes her believe in lifelong, lasting love…

Discover why readers and critics have called the Coulter family novels “romantic through and through” (Publishers Weekly) with this poignant contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Catherine Anderson. Molly Wells is keeping a lot of secrets. Such as why she’s stolen her ex-husband’s expensive stallion and driven him hundreds of miles to the ranch of horse whisperer Jake Coulter. And why she’s arrived with no job, no money, and an all-consuming fear. Molly may be willing to risk everything to save the stallion, but it’s herself she really needs to save… By making a place for Molly on his ranch, Jake suspects that he may be harboring a thief. But there’s something about this courageous yet vulnerable woman that tugs on his heartstrings. He yearns to shower her with the greatest gifts he has to give—his home, his heart, and his life to share. But until she’s strong enough to accept them, all he can offer is the patience to win her slowly, the strength to fight her enemies, and the promise to love her forever…

C''est en découvrant son jardin saccagé que Zeke Coulter fait la connaissance de ses voisins. Drôles de gens, en vérité! Un arrière-grand-père quasiment sénile, une lolita désarmante, deux chenapans dont le plus âgé a méthodiquement détruit son potager, et, surtout, leur mère, la ravissante Nathalie. Récemment divorcée, celle-ci plaide la cause du jeune vandale, mais Zeke se montre intraitable : ce gamin a besoin d''une bonne leçon. Puisqu''il a occasionné de gros dégâts, qu''il les répare ! Peu à peu, le célibataire jaloux de sa liberté se retrouve malgré lui dans le rôle du père qui manque tant à Chad et à la petite Rosie. Il n''a pourtant que faire de cette famille turbulente, envahissante, exaspérante! Mais il y a Nathalie, si douce et si vulnérable.

New York Times bestselling author Catherine Anderson explores the history of the beloved Coulter Family with this timeless tale that will make you believe in the power of love… The year is 1889, and Rachel Hollister hasn’t set foot outside her house in five years. Ever since a savage attack left her family dead, she’s cordoned herself off from the outside world, afraid to let anyone into her home—or into her heart. But now trouble has appeared on her doorstep—and suddenly she has no choice but to let a handsome rancher invade her well-guarded existence... Confirmed bachelor Joseph Paxton grudgingly offers to take up temporary residence at the Hollister ranch—even though it’s obvious that Rachel doesn’t want his protection. But once he catches a glimpse of his beautiful young ward and her remarkable spirit, he’ll do anything to make her see the refuge he’s offering in his embrace—and the splendor that exists beyond her front door. Otherwise he’ll just have to build a safe haven big enough for the both of them.

Long ago, a poor servant girl created an exquisite wedding gown for her haughty mistress, who was to marry the man that the girl loved with all her heart. Though tempted to stop the marriage using her secret magical skills, she instead ensured the groom''s happiness by enchanting the dress so that whoever possessed it would be blessed with true love. But the spell went delightfully awry, working its magic for the servant girl instead of her mistress-and then the dress mysteriously vanished. Who knows where or when it may turn up next, for some blushing bride to claim as her very own?

Answers questions about fire trucks, including where fire trucks come from, how they are made, how they work, and who gets to drive them.

Answers questions about newspapers, explaining where they come from, how they are printed, and how they get delivered.

Introduces a typical bread bakery including what bakers do, how bread is made and where one can buy bread.

Describes where apples come from, what an apple orchard is, when apples can be picked, how cider is made, and other interesting facts about apple orchards.

Describes where bread comes from, how it is made, the different shapes of bread, how long it bakes, and other interesting facts about bread and bakeries.

Visits a fire truck factory to explain the stages in manufacturing and equiping a fire engine.