Debbie Macomber crafts compelling narratives that explore the depths of family bonds and enduring friendships. Her stories uplift readers, offering themes of connection and hope that resonate deeply. Celebrated for her heartwarming holiday tales, she has a special gift for bringing festive cheer to life, often inspiring beloved screen adaptations. Beyond her popular novels, Macomber's writing extends to cookbooks and inspirational works, showcasing a broad literary talent.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Texas, the story features a captivating cowboy and an exhilarating adventure. Delores Fossen weaves a tale filled with passion, excitement, and the allure of the rugged West, promising readers a thrilling experience with memorable characters and unexpected twists.
A thrilling adventure awaits as characters embark on a journey filled with unexpected twists and exhilarating experiences. The narrative promises high stakes and intense moments, pushing the protagonists to their limits as they navigate challenges that test their resolve and courage. As they face both external obstacles and personal dilemmas, the story explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the transformative power of adventure.
Beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber shares inspirational and empowering true stories of what happens when we commit intentional acts of generosity. Master storyteller Debbie Macomber knows a secret. In a world that seems too often reticent and begrudging, Debbie has learned firsthand that living in a spirit of generosity yields unforeseen miracles. Lives can be changed in ways we never envisioned. Just as a young boy volunteered his fishes and loaves to Jesus in Galilee and saw his meager gift multiplied many times over to feed five thousand, we can live open-handed and stand amazed at what God accomplishes through simple acts of generosity. This moving blend of true stories and motivating messages delights and surprises us as we see for ourselves that giving the gifts of time, encouragement, hope, laughter, prayer, hospitality, service, and forgiveness often have a life-changing impact, not only on the recipient of such gifts, but on the giver as well. All it takes is one simple act. Macomber, through her masterful power of storytelling, calls us to live with an open heart, offering who we are and what we have to God, to use in the lives of others. When we do so with an eager sense of expectancy, lives—including our own—are changed in ways we couldn’t have imagined.
The collection features works from a bestselling author, showcasing their unique storytelling style and engaging characters. Readers can expect a variety of themes and narratives that highlight the author's versatility and mastery of different genres. This curated selection is perfect for both long-time fans and new readers, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the author's literary contributions. Each story promises to captivate and entertain, making it a valuable addition to any bookshelf.
The narrative centers on a group of women who forge deep connections through their shared passion for knitting. As they navigate their personal challenges, their friendships grow stronger, highlighting themes of support, resilience, and the power of community. This heartfelt tale explores the complexities of real-life struggles while celebrating the transformative nature of companionship among women.
Rebel billionaire Houston was her baby's best protection. When Gabrielle showed up at Houston's ranch, he expected her to serve him with a court order, not a newborn baby boy. After escaping from a deadly hostage situation, Gabrielle sought the one man guaranteed to safeguard her son. Though their past encounters had sparked passion for all the wrong reasons, the billionaire cowboy now had new responsibilities to his miracle baby. Yet as they fought to keep their newfound family intact, their trust and reliance on one another was perhaps the most unexpected result of all.
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When Justine and Seth lose their restaurant, The Lighthouse, to arson, they must rebuild their lives and their marriage, while the residents of Cedar Cove go about their daily business dealing with marriages, births, reunions, and scandals.
From #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of America’s favorite storytellers comes a heartwarming, inspirational book to help us understand our lives as one continuous, never-ending story. God has a story for your life… Debbie Macomber has inspired millions of readers with her inspirational and moving stories for decades. Now with Once Upon a Time, she helps each of us to understand that life is a story, part of a grand narrative that God is writing day by day. With chapters that cover the application of literary elements in real life such as characters (We are all main characters in a rich and complex story of our own), setting (As we begin to remember our own stories, it’s important to consider our own settings), and backstory (explore the details of your own background. Who are your people? Where did they come from? What is your spiritual legacy?) Macomber uses the structure of a story to illustrate God’s hand in our lives. Each chapter has a storytelling prompt—a thought-provoking question that will help frame our story—and a sidebar that expands on an idea from each chapter with practical tips. Once Upon a Time shares Debbie’s love of storytelling and helps showcase the big picture of the narrative God is writing through us.