Книги автора: Arlene James

Fast Fiction Romantic – short stories with a Happy Ever AfterCecelia Locke's has been offered her dream job as director of an orphanage in Mexico. But taking the job will mean leaving her home in Grasslands, Texas. Gilbert Valenzuela has a calling, too: he wants to build a ranch in this beautiful Texas town. As he and Cissy become closer, he starts to wish their dreams weren't pulling them in opposite directions…

Winning the Widow's LoveRex Billings hires young widow Callie Deviner as a housekeeper to help care for his ailing father and rambling home. He only intends to run Straight Arrow Ranch temporarily—soon enough he'll head back to the city he loves. But there's something about Callie—and it's not just her delicious cooking and adorable baby daughter. Callie is drawn to her good-looking and protective boss too, but her overbearing dad already has a new husband picked out for her. Can she stand up to her father, and make Rex see that her future lies within his arms?The Prodigal Ranch: Where wild hearts are welcomed home

A Homecoming RomanceTen years ago Ann Billings left her Oklahoma ranch behind and headed to the big city. But when her ailing father needs her to temporarily run the spread, she's back—successful, accomplished…and engaged. She’s got her whole life on track—but she never planned on Dean Pryor or his gap-toothed five-year-old son. Years ago the farmer would've done anything to be noticed by Ann and it seems nothing's changed. His feelings still run deep and this time his boy’s fallen for her too. Now Dean faces a most daunting task: showing Ann that their little trio may not be what she’d mapped out…but it's exactly what she’s always needed.

A single mum. A bachelor cowboy…and an inheritance forcing them to share Three Brothers RanchAccording to the will, single mum Tina Kemp’s stepfather left her his house, but his nephew, Wyatt Smith, inherited the ranch—including the land the house stands upon.With neither willing to give up their legacy, they must find a way to make it work. Can these adversaries possibly share a home…without falling for each other?

High-powered lawyer Asher Chatam has no time for love. He's far too busy with his career.Then his eccentric aunts summon him to Chatam House on urgent business. And introduce him to Ellie Monroe. The beautiful young teacher needs his help, and one look at her violet eyes and sunny smile leads Asher to take the case. Ellie's laid-back attitude is a breath of fresh air in Asher's smoggy world, and soon he realizes that man cannot live on work alone. And that even the most unlikely match can lead to true love.

Stranded at a truck stop alone and in trouble, pregnant Bethany Carter desperately needs a ride to Buffalo Creek. Then along comes Chandler Chatam, a cowboy with a bad-boy smile and a heart of gold.But when they get to Chatam House, Chandler's three maiden aunts assume he's the father! Chandler's honored to care for Bethany and her unborn child. Problem is, the more time he spends with sweet Bethany, the more he wishes he truly were the father–and her husband. What's a rodeo cowboy to do but lasso the lady into his arms?

To: Pilar From: Ramon Re: A mommy for Lucia But which one?When I offered to help little Lucia's biological mother reclaim her baby, I never dreamed it would bring aspiring single mother Lori Sumner into my life. But from the moment we met, my heart went out to this hard-working reporter who's been Lucia's foster parent for nearly three months and now wants to officially adopt her.Personally, I think she'd make a great mom. Which is why this lawyer is eager to start negotiating his own family 'settlement' with Lori. Mum's the word, sis– until the day I pop the question!

Kaylie Chatam is a pediatric nurse–she cares for babies and children. But her new patient is a very handsome man.One with a harrowing secret. Why is Stephen Gallow recuperating from a serious injury at her family home in Texas? And why has Kaylie been asked to nurse him back to health? Her dear maiden aunts seem to be playing matchmaker. But Kaylie isn't expected to find true love and marry–everyone knows that. Except Stephen…who just may hold the cure for them both!

Runaway Bride Caught!When Kylie Jones catches her fiancé kissing another girl moments before the wedding, she runs. Smack-dab into the new deputy sheriff, who knows her former fiancé all too well. Kylie is deeply touched that Zach Clayton understands—more than she ever expected.The handsome cop is in their tiny Colorado town only to fulfill a family obligation, and then he’s back to the big city. Unless Kylie can lead her love-shy lawman to the wedding they’ve both always dreamed of. Rocky Mountain Heirs: When the greatest fortune of all is love.

A Lesson In LoveTweed-clad professor Morgan Chatam has been the subject of countless student crushes at Buffalo Creek Bible College. But grad student Simone Guilland knows that a relationship with Morgan is out of the question. Even if he weren't her advisor, the secrets from her past prevent them from having a future. In all his years at BCBC, Morgan has never once felt drawn to one of his students–until Simone. He knows he should keep his distance. Simone deserves someone younger, someone who can give her things he cannot. And yet, he can't shake the feeling that his chance at happily-ever-after may just lie in her hands.Chatam House: Where three matchmaking aunts bring faith and love to life

EVERYDAY MIRACLESTRIPLE TROUBLE!From the start, Wyatt Gilley and his redheaded sons turned Traci Temple's peaceful world upside down.The twins were mischievous, but reformable. Their father was charming–and dangerous.The handsome single dad needed a woman's touch in his life. And Traci longed to bring the light of love and faith back to Wyatt's home.But when Wyatt insisted he'd never marry again, Traci didn't know where to turn. Had she lost her heart to a man she could never call her own?Everyday Miracles: Each day brings new tests for the young Reverend Charles and his congregation. But with faith, they find miracles everywhere!Welcome to Love Inspired™–stories that will lift your spirits and gladden your heart. Meet men and women facing the challenges of today's world and learning important lessons about life, faith and love.

A Time to Heal Everyone in Buffalo Creek, Texas, knows that Dr. Brooks Leland doesn't date. After his harrowing loss, the widower focuses all his time on helping the sick. But when a mysterious newcomer with a heartbreaking secret becomes his patient, Brooks is drawn to Eva Russell. Suddenly, the blonde spitfire he can't bear to fall for is working in his medical practice, living at Chatam House and challenging everything he knows about love. Now even the town's triplet matchmakers have hope that these two battered hearts are on the way to healing.

Lily Farnsworth can thank a mysterious benefactor for the chance to open her own flower shop in Bygones, Kansas.But Tate Bronson is the biggest challenge the relocated Boston attorney has ever faced. Forget about tossing out the welcome mat—the handsome widowed rancher seems determined to keep Lily at arm’s length. As everyone buzzes over the identity of the anonymous donor, Lily’s doing her part to revitalize the struggling town.With the help of Tate’s little girl-turned-matchmaker, can she create a garden of community and love deep in the heart of Kansas…and one special man?

TAMING THE WANDER’S HEARTCarissa Hopper’s always been strong and self-sufficient. So when the single mom of three finds herself in need, accepting help from the rugged and adventurous Phillip Chatam isn’t easy. She knows he’s the kind of man she should stay far away from. Still, when his aunts offer her lodging at Chatam House, where Phillip also resides, Carissa can’t refuse. Always on the move, Phillip has no interest in settling down. But as he gets to know Carissa’s adorable children—and falls for their mother—he realizes that his biggest adventure will be convincing Carissa to let him be a part of her future.Chatam House: Where three matchmaking aunts bring faith and love to life.

In denim and rawhid Roland Thorton looked every inch a stable hand. But his bloodlines ran as blue as teh Montagues, age-old enemies of the Thortons, whose palace the prince infiltrated, searching for his kidnapped half sister. Yet it was another woman whose image consumed him day…and night.Lily claimed to be a lady's maid, yet her grace rivaled any royal princess's. Initially Roland thought to use Lily to expose the Montagues' deceit. Instead, it was his guarded heart that this fair maiden broke open with her innoncence.Then he discovered he wasn't the only royal masquerading….

Amnesiac BrideAn injured woman in a wedding veil on Jack Colby’s ranch property? Jack has no idea who she is—and neither does she. “Kendra” doesn’t know her name, what the veil is all about or where she belongs. And since Jack’s entire life changed with the unwelcome discovery of a twin brother he never knew, he’s not in the mood for secrets or surprises.Like finding out that Kendra might be spoken for. Yet even as she helps him open his heart to his family, he finds himself praying for the opportunity to make new memories. Texas Twins: Two sets of twins, torn apart by family secrets, find their way home Enjoy a special 15th anniversary bonus story from Love Inspired Suspense When Night Falls by Margaret Daley

EVERYDAY MIRACLESA BRIDE AT LAST?Bridal consultant Layne Harrington had been planning other people's weddings forever. But never her own. Then rugged cowboy Rod Corley walked into her shop, looking like the answer to a prayer.Rod was captivated by Layne's beauty and goodness. Yet he could never ask her to share the burden he carried. He'd long ago lost his faith in the future–his faith in everything.But Rod hadn't counted on Layne's strength and courage…or on the healing power of a perfect love.Everyday Miracles: Each day brings new tests for young Reverend Charles and his congregation. But with faith, they find miracles everywhere–even the miracle of love.Welcome to Love Inspired™–stories that will lift your spirits and gladden your heart. Meet men and women facing the challenges of today's world and learning important lessons about love, faith and love.

Her school reunion was just an excuse.New Christian Ivy Villard really returned to Eden, Oklahoma, to reconcile with her father, her sister…and Ryan Jeffords, the high school boy she left behind. Ivy chased adventure in the big city, but she's learned her lesson.Of all her mistakes, there's nothing she regrets more than throwing Ryan's love away. Now they have a second chance, if they're brave enough to take it.

Wrong turn at the right time Fast-moving Texan Tyler Aldrich thought it a fate worse than death to be stuck in rural Eden, Oklahoma, overnight. Imagine the Dallas CEO settling in for homemade meat loaf at the Heavenly Arms Motel! Yet something about quiet Charlotte Jefford made Tyler want to leave his worries behind for more than one evening.Was it their differences that drew Tyler in? The small-town girl was devoted to her family he longed to escape his. Were they polar opposites thrown together by a wrong turn–or had God actually set them on the right path?

Help Wanted At The Heavenly Arms MotelIf only someone will take the job so oil rigger Holt Jefford can stop making beds and burning breakfasts. And then someone does: a lovely single mother with a baby boy–and secrets. Sweet, kind Cara Jane is scared of her own shadow–why?Holt warns himself not to trust his skittish new employee, but watching her with her son and his old granddad breaks through his guarded heart. Holt senses she's hiding out here in Eden, Oklahoma. Good choice, because the place comes with her own small-town hero.