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Lisa Baker

    Lisa Jones Baker's writing delves into the lives and customs of the community near the small Amish town in Illinois where she grew up. Her work explores deeper themes of human connection and tradition. Baker crafts vivid portrayals that draw readers into her characters' worlds. Her stories are known for their warm and compassionate tone.

    In All of Your Days Have You Seen the Ways an Animal Plays a Game?
    In All of Your Days Have You Seen the Ways an Animal Plays an Instrument?
    Promise at Pebble Creek
    The Amish Christmas Kitchen
    Why the Middle Matters
    Love at Pebble Creek
    • 2024

      Gertrude the Cow And the Friendshp Vow

      (Cute Children's Books, Preschool Rhyming Books, Children's Humor Books, Books about Friendship)

      The story revolves around Gertrude and her friends as they prepare for a special visitor at their school who is eager to learn about America. Their friendship vow becomes crucial in this context, highlighting themes of camaraderie and unity. As they navigate the challenges of representing their culture and values, the narrative explores the importance of friendship and the ways it shapes their identities in a diverse world.

      Gertrude the Cow And the Friendshp Vow
    • 2024

      Focusing on the joys of imaginative play, this children's book encourages kids to explore various animal characters and their adventures. It fosters creativity and engagement during playtime, making it relatable for young readers. Additionally, the interactive element of searching for a hidden symbol on each page adds an exciting challenge that enhances the reading experience.

      In All of Your Days Have You Seen the Ways an Animal Plays Pretend?
    • 2023
    • 2023

      Featuring a lively cast of animals, this rhythmically rhyming book invites young readers into a world of playful games such as dodgeball, tag, and spoons. As the second installment in an interactive series, it encourages engagement and movement, making it a fun and energetic read for children.

      In All of Your Days Have You Seen the Ways an Animal Plays a Game?
    • 2023

      Little Gertrude is troubled by a mysterious illness she overheard her mother discussing at the salon, known as "Bang's Disease." Despite her limited understanding of adult conversations, her concern grows as she navigates her fears about this disease. The story captures the innocence of childhood and the misunderstandings that can arise from adult topics, exploring themes of curiosity and anxiety in a young girl's life.

      Gertrude the Cow Gets in Trouble Somehow
    • 2023

      The story follows Connor, a child who encounters mysterious noises in his home, leading him to imaginative conclusions, like thinking buzzing sounds are bees. This interactive rhyming book invites young readers to guess the source of the sounds alongside Connor, promoting engagement and creativity. It teaches children that not all unfamiliar sounds are frightening, fostering their imagination and curiosity in a fun and playful way.

      Mom, What's That Sound?
    • 2023

      Tiny Living Spaces

      Innovative Design Solutions

      The trend towards the Tiny House - and also the Micro Flat - is more than just a short-term hype. It is an attitude towards life, a contemplation on the essentials to which more and more people are attracted. The past months have shown us what we really need - and that is often not so much. All over the world, houses and housing units in mini format are en vogue. For many, they are the only way to fulfil the dream of owning one's own home. The carefully selected projects from all over the world show how space can be gained by concentrating on the substantial, intelligent floor plans, well thought-out storage solutions and nesting of functions. They highlight in very different ways that great living quality can be wonderfully made possible in a small space through a clever design.

      Tiny Living Spaces
    • 2022

      Celebrating the unique bond between husbands and their partners, this book captures a range of emotions from joy to frustration. It highlights the memorable and often humorous moments shared in relationships, emphasizing the deep affection and connection that endure despite life's challenges. Through relatable anecdotes, it pays tribute to the special place husbands hold in their partners' hearts.

      I Love My Husband Because...
    • 2020

      Inspirational author Lisa Jones Baker's heartwarming and beloved Hope Chest of Dreams series continues as a new generation blessed by treasured hand-carved chests that hold--and inspire--precious dreams. For Hannah Lapp, those dreams are the kind found in the escapist novels about the "Englisch" world she secretly writes. Fascinated by the different people she meets at her family's popular store for tourists in the Amish country, one such young man is about to make Hannah's dreams come true and turn her world upside down. Amish country girl Hannah Lapp lives for adventure--the kind found in favorite novels and the stories she secretly writes. And at her family's popular tourist store, she's fascinated by the different Englischers she meets. Especially when Marcus Jackson comes to town. She's sure there's more to the ex-city boy than his quiet, helpful ways, and she's curious to find out just what it is . . . Marcus fled Chicago before his brothers' life of crime ruined his future. He's not sure exactly why God's plan brought him to this quaint little town. Or why his growing friendship with the bubbly, inquisitive Hannah has him trusting her with his past. But when local stores are robbed and suspicion falls on Marcus, can he and Hannah come together to prove his innocence--and make their own happy-ever-after ending?

      Promise at Pebble Creek
    • 2019

      Love at Pebble Creek

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading
      4.2(64)Add rating

      "Anna King has a talent - and a secret. Like the birth mother she never knew, Anna is gifted at sketching and longs to study and teach art one day. Unbeknownst to her beloved adoptive family, she's even entered a contest to win a full scholarship to art college. Sketching isn't a desirable vocation in her community, so Anna does her work in a remote spot by Pebble Creek and stores it in her beautiful hope chest. Only her family's farmhand, Jesse Beiler, knows her plans - and that's by accident ... The bishop's son, Jessie is surprised to discover Anna's contest entry form. He can't imagine wanting a life beyond having his own farm and raising a family. Still, he admires Anna's spirit and promises to keep her secret, despite their differences. Yet the better he and Anna get to know each other, the more they find their personalities - and their hearts - complement one another. With Gott's guidance, can they forge the futures they desire - together?"--Publisher description

      Love at Pebble Creek