New Releases by Colleen L. Reece

World War 1 Rages Overseas and at Home Deep in the trenches, far from home, Timothy Wainwright fights for his country and his sanity. His faith in God falters. Even if he survives, how can he stop his stepfather from marrying the girl Timothy loves to Tim''s worst enemy? Thousands of miles away in western Washington, Hope Farrell refuses to marry the man with whom her father is obsessed. He disowns her. War continues, Hope tirelessly cares for soldiers in her hometown, then victims of the deadly Spanish influenza. A battle front cry for help puts Tim to the supreme test: a reminder that only God can heal broken bodies and broken lives. Colleen L. Reece, author of 160+ "Books You Can Trust," six million copies sold, based this book on her parents'' stories about the "Great War," also known as "The war to end all wars."

Six historical Christmas romances prove life’s most priceless gifts come not in the form of polished gold or silver—but from the vast riches of a loving heart. The Christmas Star Bride by Amanda Cabot Wyoming, 1885—Esther Hathaway lost her one true love at Gettysburg twenty years ago, but she is still willing to celebrate her niece’s wedding by commissioning Jeremy Snyder to paint her portrait. Will Esther’s prayers for God to ease her loneliness be answered by a wounded vet? A Token of Promise by Rebecca Germany Alaska, 1897—Promised in marriage to a man she has never met in exchange for a place to call home, Charlotte Vance is headed to the Klondike and struggling not to fall in love with the wrong man. Gabe Monroe has found a bride perfect for his brother. A wife will help his brother run his supply business and raise his daughter, and Gabe will be freed to seek riches in the Yukon rivers after the spring thaw. But what will become of Charlotte when both brothers refuse to marry her—even though one loves her? Band of Angel’s by Cathy Marie Hake Colorado, 1893—The first time Jarrod McLeod dips his pan in the river, he strikes gold—a wedding ring! Sure the woman who lost it must be beside herself, he goes upriver to return it. He meets laundress Angel Taylor. She did lose the ring; however, she refuses to take the ring back. Jarrod’s first impressions of Angel are scandalous, but he soon discovers the truth, bringing her a Christmas gift to span the perimeters of time. Winterlude by Colleen L. Reece Alaska, 1930s—A single out-of-place snowflake in San Diego lures Ariel Dixon home to Ketchikan, Alaska, despite her wealthy fiancé’s protests. When she encounters slim, handsome Jean Thoreau, a childhood friend presumed dead, a swift rush of events changes the course of Ariel’s life. Drawn back to the home she loves, Ariel finds peace in the arms of the man who would not break a promise made long ago. Christmas Bounty by MaryLu Tyndall California, 1855—Caroline is a widowed mother alone in a small California town that is suddenly exploding with gold fever. When she sees the ship’s captain who once saved her and her husband’s lives on a scaffold to be hung, she must do something—even propose marriage. Goldrush Christmas by Michele Ule Alaska, 1897—When Samantha and her twin Peter book passage to Alaska in search of their missionary-minded father, they never imagined getting caught up in the rush for gold or that their neighbor would follow them. Soon their youth and inexperience is challenged on all fronts.

Crossings Book Club SelectionReview: "Compares with Catherine Marshall''s Christy" The Great Depression of 1929 has closed bank doors and forced people out of work, paralyzing many parts of the country. The tiny mountain town of Spruce Hollow, North Carolina, hasn''t escaped its crippling grip. When Thanksgiving arrives, Pastor David Allen looks over his faithful congregation in despair. How can families with holes in their shoes and no food to put on the table be thankful during the holiday season? But David has no idea how God will use him to give hope to those in the Hollow and beyond. * * *Award-winning co-authors Colleen L. Reece and Julie Reece-DeMarco offer an unforgettable tale of struggle, hope, and incredible events.

Seven days makes a week, but in the words of Juli Scott, "Six days of my life would make anyone weak." Being summoned as witnesses in court leads to a multitude of trials on Thursday Enemies, old and new, appear on board a ferryboat sailing up the Inside Passage Danger for the youth group lurks on Mount Rainier''s ski slopes on Saturday Aided and abetted by boyfriend/ fellow P.I. Dave Gilmore, Juli and her friends from Hillcrest High School in Bellingham, Washington tackle a series of mysteries head-on . . . mysteries that will require their best efforts and the help of God to solve. Fans of Nancy Drew and Scooby Doo will love these stories

Aaron, his sister Lacey, and their friends Ali and Umeko have a gazillion questions-and find that the Bible is the perfect answer book.

Nine-year-old Dennis and seven-year-old Sarah love singing Christmas carols. Dennis wants to know where the carols came from and why they are called classics.

Return to Arizona with Julia as she attempts to pull what is left of her family back together. Also includes a bonus historical romance.

"Nine historical couples walk the road to love as they brave some of life''s toughest challenges. From Virginia during the Civil War to California during Prohibition, ordinary men and women have their lives disrupted by wars, mysteries, injustices, prejudices, and more. But there is hope for the future when people come together to lift each other up, and when men and women find love in the midst of heartache. And through it all, faith is the key to victory in these stories from nine beloved Christian authors"--

Meet six men who are dedicated to preaching God’s Word—and six women who wonder if they are cut out to support that calling. Being a helpmate to a pastor is no easy task. They must step out in a special kind of faith and love to become preachers’ brides…. This collection of historical stories will capture, inspire, and entertain readers—and remind them of God’s unique way of weaving great joy and blessing into the lives of those who love Him and follow His will.

Mother Cat is astounded. Father Cat is amazed. Never in all Grandma''s born days has she seen anything like Christopher, her new grandkitten. "Meow, meow, meow, meow." Their voices rise in wails. For Christopher the kitten has nine tails. Suggested readers age range: for all ages

Time Period: 1620 Oct.-Nov. Imagine leaving the land you know and the friends you hold dear-and you''ll begin to understand the whirlwind of emotion that awaits ten-year-old Sarah Smythe. This fictional Pilgrim aboard the Mayflower is moving from Holland to the New World-America-in the vanguard of a new nation of free people. Especially for girls ages eight to twelve, this fascinating story shares the hopes and fears of a girl distant in time but close in spirit, while at the same time teaching important lessons of Christian faith and American history. "Sarah''s New World" is perfect for recreational reading or homeschooling.

Time Period: 1620 Nov. Freezing weather, lack of food, and sickness make the first winter at Plymouth Colony a difficult and dangerous time. What would that winter be like for a ten-year-old girl? Find out in Rebekah in Danger, part of the Sisters in Time series. Written especially for eight- to twelve-year-old girls, this dramatic story shows how a seventeenth-century girl-not terribly different from girls of the twenty-first century-overcame some of the most challenging difficulties imaginable. Though the main character is fictional, the events and experiences are very real-providing an ideal vehicle for teaching American history and Christian faith.

A Truly Yours Digital Edition. . .Seven years after Ellianna and Timmy Stoddard are sent to frontier California by their contemptible father, eighteen-year-old Ellie still carries the weight of his sins. Surely a scoundrel''s daughter cannot be the answer to the new minister''s prayers for a wife! Joshua Stanhope is also plagued by doubt. Can a small-town preacher compete with his influential twin brother? Edward can make Ellie the toast of San Francisco by helping her soar to fame and fortune like the meadowlark whose song is no sweeter than hers. Will Ellie find treasure at the end of the rainbow--or only fool''s gold?

Sarah Anderson escaped her stepfather and his unruly children, joining her brother Seth in California. Matt Sterling rescued Seth from danger and taught him to become a top hand on the Sterling ranch. Betrayed by one selfish girl, Matt has vowed the San Joaquin River will run dry before he ever gets involved with another woman. He''s better off fighting cattle rustlers, floods and drought to make his spread one of the finest in the valley. Why, then, is he so concerned about Seth''s sister?

These ancient yet compelling stories, passed down from generation to generation, are as timeless as the lessons they teach. The scenes and people may change, but God and his Word do not. The lives of these Bible characters will inspire, challenge, and encourage you in your walk with God.

Thirteen-year-old Tyler and his twelve-year old-sister, Cat, are in big trouble-at home, at school, and with the law. The verdict is in and they hate it: a year living in the mountains of eastern Oregon in a log house without electricity, running water, TV, Facebook, Twitter, or iPods. Suggested age range for readers: Middle grade through senior adults

It doesn''t matter who we are, where we live, or what we look like. God loves us. Picture book for all ages.

Girls are girls wherever they live—and the Sisters in Time series shows that girls are girls whenever they lived, too! This new collection brings together four historical fiction books for 8–12-year-old girls: history and Christian faith. Featuring bonus educational materials such as time lines and brief biographies of key historical figures, American Dream is ideal for anytime reading and an excellent resource for home schooling. Visit the official Sisters in Time website at www.sistersintime.com

Reporter Sam Reynolds, working on a story about a doctor and his faith, falls in love with the doctor''s daughter and finds that the path to happiness is the path to God.

Ever wonder how it felt to hear Jesus speak to the crowds? Or what it was like to take that amazing trek through the Red Sea? Or watch the Tower of Babel stretch up toward heaven? Experience these stories and many more from the perspective of children at those events. Familiar Bible stories carry new lessons that children-and adults-can remember as they grow in their relationship with God. A fresh addition to Barbour''s tenth anniversary Value Book promotion, Children of the Bible is perfect for Sunday school lessons, family devotional time, or bedtime reading.

Charlie Campbell, half-white, half-Apache, has paid his debt to the Sutherland family. In full. Now there is nothing left for him but to ride away from the Triple S Ranch in northern Arizona, the nearest thing to a home he has ever known. The solitude he once cherished is haunted by echoes in the valley; memories of those who treated him as a man instead of someone to be despised. Still, he walks alone - until a girl named Whispering Sage and the father he thought deserted him come into his life.

Complications abound as love is encountered by four young schoolmarms in bygone days. In Schoolhouse Brides, one-room schoolhouses by the Lehigh Canal, on the prairies of Minnesota, amid the Blue Ridge Mountains, and in frontier Idaho are the settings for heartwarming lessons in life and love.

A well educated and pretty new school teacher gets an assignment in a remote town in Washington state. She is committed to giving these rural children the best education she can. She also meets rugged logger Will Thatcher and suddenly this assignment gets a lot more interesting.

A retired schoolteacher leaves an old patchwork quilt to two of her students when she dies. Will the quilt bring the lives of the students and their families back together in their time of need?

After being charged with a crime he didn''t commit, Dr. Edward Lucas goes into exile in the back woods of Stump Hollow, North Carolina. There he faces challenges that will either kill him or heal his spirit.

Four men brave the western frontier, putting their lives on the line to develop new land...and new love. Gideon Scott, adrift from home, rides the range of emotions...can he ever be worthy of the woman he adores? Range-riding preacher Joel Scott searches for his lost father...will he also find hope for his heart? Smokey Travis wants a woman to ride into the sunset with...but is Columbine more interested in escape than marriage? Andy Cullen is saddled with concern for Linnet, who lives under a death sentence...will wild horses drag him away from her side? Can each man find his true worth? Will renewed faith be the trail that leads to his bride?

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How can you express your thanks to a special teacher? This marvelous collection of thoughts, verse, and Scripture will fit any occasion. This deluxe full-color gift book is the perfect substitute for a greeting card with its inspirational text, photographic illustrations, and an envelope, too!