Best Selling Books by Karen White

In lyrical and evocative prose, the New York Times bestselling author of the Tradd Street novels takes the scattered pieces of a life and weaves them into a tale of hope... Caroline Collier is a woman bogged down in the harsh realities of a life barely lived. Stress from her all-consuming job as an accountant has given her panic attacks, forcing her to take a leave of absence from work. And though her chances of relaxing in the presence of her overbearing, perfect mother are slim, she joins her at the family’s vacation home in the mountains of North Carolina. Though Caroline loves the serene beauty of Lake Ophelia, peace of mind is not to be found. Memories of her beloved younger brother, who died when she was seventeen, continue to haunt her, while the tension between her mother and her still simmers. Only their neighbors, the husband and daughter of one of Caroline’s childhood friends, seem able to penetrate her cool reserve, giving Caroline the courage to face her biggest fears—and dive headfirst into life...

In One Moment Her Heart… The course of true love never runs according to plan, at least not for Shae Weitherspoon whose love life is in need of critical care. As a nurse practitioner her focus is always on others, especially patients and clinic staff. When drop-dead gorgeous James Daniels enters her life, their mutual attraction is unmistakable. Will she allow her heart to beat in rhythm with his? Finds Someone to Love James Daniels, like most sports agents, works at breakneck speed on one deal after another in the windy city of Chicago. While Shae''s stunning beauty and her feisty spirit capture his soul, the demands of clients and friends threaten to derail their unbridled passion. Now, it''s time to prove that he can place her foremost in his life. Will circumstances prevent James from loving Shae—the one woman whose heated caresses create irresistible desire…

Love appears in the most unexpected places. . . For Wynn Evans, her first marriage proposal was little more than a childhood crush. Twenty-five years later, Adam Carlyle has grown up into a gorgeou package of handsome, smart, and successful. But the single mom in Wynn is still reeling from her painful divorce and isn''t looking for love--especially not with a younger man. But as she''s about to discover, Adam is a man who doesn''t take no for an answer. . . Real estate attorney Adam has never forgotten Wynn Evans, who''s even more beautiful than he remembered. Convinced he''s found his match, he knows he can satisfy Wynn''s deepest desires--if only she''ll let herself trust again. But when someone else''s desire for vengeance puts Wynn''s family in danger, the power of Adam and Wynn''s new love will be put to the ultimate test. . .

Writer and adoptive Londoner Karen White knows what it takes to make the move to London. In Moon Living Abroad London, she shares her seasoned advice on transplanting to this bustling English city. From obtaining visas and arranging your finances to finding employment and choosing schools for your kids, White uses her firsthand knowledge of London to ensure that you have all the tools you need to navigate the ins and outs of the relocation process. Packed with essential information and must-have details on setting up daily life, plus extensive color and black and white photos, illustrations, and maps, Moon Living Abroad London will help you find your bearings as you settle into your new home and life abroad.

When three extraordinary single mothers win a beauty makeover and a blind date - courtesy of their own children and radio talk show host Alonzo Clark - for Mother''s Day, their lives are forever changed by the healing power of love, in an enchanting trio of contemporary romances. Original.

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After the devastating events of the past few months, the last thing Melanie Trenholm wants is to think about the future. Why, when her husband, Jack, has asked for a separation -- a separation that might have been her fault? Nevertheless, with twin toddlers, a stepdaughter leaving for college soon, a real estate career to resume and a historic home that is still being restored, Melanie doesn''t have much time to wonder where it all went wrong -- but that doesn''t stop her from trying to win her husband back.

More than 300 easy and inexpensive activities are suggested--from excursions to arts and crafts projects. 2-color illustrations throughout.

The Stakes Are High. . . . . .for successful advertising exec Brennan Thomas. But when he''s offered the chance to make partner, he goes all out to win the new account. Then his colleagues throw down another challenge--transform geeky co-worker Krista Hamilton from a dud to a diva. And when the money''s on the table, Brennan isn''t one to walk away. . . In The Game Of Love. . . . . .Krista Hamilton is clueless. She hides her insecurities behind dowdy clothes and a brilliant mind. Always the butt of office jokes, the last thing she expects is the attention of handsome and sexy Brennan Thomas. But against her instincts she opens her heart, only to discover that she is the object of an office dare. . . All Bets Are Off. . . . . .Unless Brennan can convince Krista that his feelings are sincere and that she is more important to him than a partnership and all the money in the world. Winning Krista''s love is the biggest test he''s ever faced and he plans to succeed before it''s too late. But Krista has some demands of her own. . .

When newlywed Ava Whalen follows her husband to his family home on St. Simons Island, she discovers a tangled web of dangerous secrets in this enthralling story from the New York Times bestselling author of the Tradd Street novels. For as long as she can remember, Ava Whalen has struggled with a sense of not belonging, and now, at thirty-four, she still feels stymied by her family. Then she meets child psychologist Matthew Frazier, and thinks her days of loneliness are behind her. After a whirlwind romance, they impulsively elope, and Ava moves to Matthew’s ancestral home on St. Simons Island off the coast of Georgia. But after the initial excitement, Ava is surprised to discover that true happiness continues to elude her. There is much she doesn’t know about Matthew, including the mysterious circumstances surrounding his first wife’s death. And her new home seems to hold as many mysteries and secrets as her new husband. Feeling adrift, Ava throws herself into uncovering Matthew’s family history and that of the island, not realizing that she has a connection of her own to this place—or that her obsession with the past could very well destroy her future.

Can She Forget The Past. . . Professional set designer and recent widow Ryan Mitchell finds comfort working on a new television show. She also finds handsome studio executive Keir Southall, a divorced father of two. The attraction is undeniable ̄but Ryan is deeply concerned about what dating the owner of the studio could do to her professional reputation. And Take A Chance On The Future? But her co-workers don''t seem to mind and Keir''s children welcome her with open arms. It looks like a new chance for love until the son of a friend of Keir''s ex-wife starts a fight with Keir''s young son, calling Ryan a home wrecker. Horrified that her relationship with Keir is hurting his children, Ryan must now choose between her own happiness and the peaceful, happy lives she wants for his children. . .

As an adult with a prestigious job in the arts, Julie meets a struggling artist who reminds her so much of her long-disappeared little sister, she can''t help feeling protective. It is a friendship that begins a long and painful process of healing for Julie, leading her to a house on the Gulf Coast, ravaged by hurricane Katrina, and to stories of family that take her deep into the past.