Excerpt “Harmony and I were supposed to finish the garden, but things don’t always pan out the way you’d hope,” he said with a forced smile. Life had a funny way of proving how plans were ultimately a human’s way of trying to control life. “I bought a gardening magazine from the nursery downtown. I’ll finish it.” Venice raised an eyebrow, not completely sure if Evan had this gardening project under control, or his life under control for that matter. The unfinished family album said so … [Read more...]
The Simple Soul of Susan Excerpt
“Simple is as simple loves.” Susan Combs had long ago found the love of her life. The only problem was the other party still didn’t know he had been found. Every day Susan saw Calder Hurtz, her next door neighbor and childhood best friend. They always enjoyed the short drive to school down the dusty streets of their small Texas town. She was happy in those perfect moments, for her life at home was most imperfect. The challenging homestead she inhabited was also the favorite subject of … [Read more...]
Excerpt from Die For You by Amy Fellner Dominy
One of the many slogans at the Women’s March on Washington read, “You Matter.” Women are standing up for the bodies, their rights, and their needs but the journey starts at home. The powerful Delacorte/Random House young adult book, Die for You by Amy Fellner Dominy, explores the subtle, insidious danger of mental and emotional abuse so prevalent in teenage dating. With insight and sensitivity, Die for You offers hope to young women everywhere. Synopsis: After her parent’s divorce forces Emma … [Read more...]
Impatience Excerpt
Aaron went to the other side of her bed, putting the back of his hand to her forehead before letting it fall back to his side. “You’re looking excellent, and you feel good, as well.” His touch did funny things to her heart. She hoped the numbers didn’t show how much he affected her. “Thank you for that and the entire saving my life rescue last night.” Mandy took his hand and squeezed. “Words will never be enough.” He grinned, interlacing his fingers with hers. “I have an idea or two when you’re … [Read more...]
Excerpt from The Crimson Tree
Carly tried to focus on what she could see rather than what she felt. The woman had long, silver-streaked black hair which fell loosely down her back. Small wrinkles near the corners of her eyes did little to enhance her placid expression. Her loose fitting top was a crisp blue with small blue circles embroidered into the cloth. A long necklace made of wooden beads hung from the woman’s long neck. The many metal bangles and rings she wore looked like they weighed down her wrists and hands. “You … [Read more...]