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Virginia Smith

    Virginia Smith is a bestselling author whose work spans a variety of styles, from lighthearted relationship stories to suspenseful thrillers. Her writing is characterized by its ability to connect with a broad audience and explore diverse literary approaches. Smith is known for her passion for eclectic fiction, which infuses her diverse body of work.

    We Adopted A Baby Lamb
    We Adopted A Baby Chick
    Dr. Horatio vs. the Six-Toed Cat
    Sister of the Brotherhood
    From Pen to Page: a selection of writings from the Bluegrass Writers Coalition
    A Kiss is Still a Kiss
    • 2022

      An adorable baby chicken is the latest addition to the family in this sweet picture book based on a true story. An irresistible and unique twist on a sibling story and for anyone who loves cute baby animals!Albert the sheep is the only one unhappy about the new addition to the family. Tina is a tiny, fluffy baby chick — and she gets all the attention. Albert is big and loud, and he can't resist Mom's vegetables ("Get out of the garden, Albert!"). Sprout the dog doesn't have time for Albert anymore. The cats only have eyes for Tina. And though he tries his hardest, Albert's gifts to the family aren't as welcome as Tina's eggs.Then one day, Tina faces a danger and only Albert can save her. Will Albert be able to put his feelings aside and truly welcome Tina into his flock?

      We Adopted A Baby Chick
    • 2021

      We Adopted A Baby Lamb

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      3.9(77)Add rating

      An adorable and rascally lamb is the latest addition to the family in this sweet picture book based on a true story. An irresistible and unique twist on the pet story and for fans of cute baby animals. Ila is excited about her family's move to the country -- mostly because it means she can have more pets! But no one expected their next addition to be a lamb. When Albert first comes home, he sleeps a lot, he eats a lot . . . and he pees on the floor A LOT. Ila and her sister and parents quickly learn how to care for a baby sheep -- they must feed him and protect him. It's not easy because Albert gets into everything! He eats the tulips from the flower bed, chews on car bumpers, chases the dog (and hides from the cats). Ila and her family does everything to make Albert happy and healthy, but she can't help feeling like her little lamb might be missing something from his life. Maybe he needs a friend? But Ila soon realizes that she doesn't need to look for a friend for Albert -- he already has his flock.

      We Adopted A Baby Lamb
    • 2020
    • 2020

      A Deadly Game

      • 232 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      After discovering her boss's murdered body, Susanna Trent receives an unusual package from him filled with strange metal tokens and odd clues. Soon afterward she gets an anonymous phone call taunting her with thinly veiled threats. Though worried for her life and that of her three-year-old niece, Susanna can't force herself to trust anyone, especially Jack Townsend, who she considers just another spoiled rich boy. But Jack's sharp intelligence proves that he may be the one person who can help her unravel the mysterious puzzle. When the worst thing Susanna can imagine happens, she and Jack led into a dangerous game where the rules are uncertain, and the stakes are life or death. Virginia Smith is the bestselling author of almost forty novels and many shorter works. A native Kentuckian, she enjoys introducing readers to the charms of the bluegrass state by setting many of her books there. The recipient of numerous awards, Ginny has twice received the prestigious Holt Medallion Award of Merit.

      A Deadly Game
    • 2020
    • 2020

      Scent of Murder

      • 228 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      A haunting crime from the past unearths a deadly killer. Everything is going wrong for Caitlin Saylor. Her boyfriend has left her. Her musical trio is disbanding. And for their trio's swan song? They'll be playing another wedding: a chance to watch someone else's happy ending. Then Chase Hollister enters the scene. The candle factory owner is handsome, charming and very interested in Caitlin. His gift of a special candle proves it. But there's something more to the candle than Caitlin or Chase suspect. Something that puts both their lives in peril. To keep Caitlin safe, Chase must face a haunting crime from his past - and a deadly killer in the present. "An exciting thrill ride from the first page to the last!"

      Scent of Murder
    • 2019

      The Bluegrass Writers Coalition is a gathering of authors who work to promote literature in all forms across Kentucky. In From Pen to Page , the members of BWC share their talents and their hearts. In this selection of poetry, fiction, nonfiction, devotionals, and nostalgia, you will…… stroll across the Plaza de la Enfants beneath a blazing sun.… experience the fresh signs of morning as the world awakens around you.… stand beside an ancient wood-burning stove, your mouth watering from the aroma of homemade biscuits.… feel long-dead memories stir to life at the kiss of a loved one.… glide through rushing waters in search of a place to belong.… find comfort in the whistle of a passing train.… make peace with a nest of wasps.BWC members are active writers in all genres who believe that the printed word enhances the lives of writers and readers. The coalition endeavors to showcase writers and their works through discussions, readings, and book-signing events. The BWC meets the second Thursday of each month and is open to all writers.

      From Pen to Page: a selection of writings from the Bluegrass Writers Coalition
    • 2019

      Into the Deep

      • 220 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      While scuba diving in Mexico, Ben Dearinger finds a flash drive carrying a drug cartel's deadly secrets. He does the only thing he can think of-he buries it fathoms deep. But the owners of drive want it back. They'll stop at nothing to retrieve the evidence that could put a halt to their operation and sink the career of a few highly-placed U.S. politicians in the process. Then the ruthless men sent to recover the drive find the perfect leverage - Ben's ex-girlfriend. Though it hurts to admit, he has never gotten over Nikki and he'd do just about anything to protect her. But Nikki has secrets of her own, secrets that will put both their lives in jeopardy and send them plunging into the deep. In Into the Deep Virginia Smith delivers a gripping story full of romance, intrigue, and fast-paced suspense. Virginia Smith is the bestselling author of almost forty novels and many shorter works. Her passions include riding her motorcycle (a Bonneville T100 named Vicki) and scuba diving in the deep blue waters of the Caribbean. The recipient of numerous awards, Ginny has twice received the prestigious Holt Medallion Award of Merit.

      Into the Deep
    • 2019
    • 2019

      The Zookeeper's Daughter

      • 222 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      To receive her inheritance Kelli must abide by the conditions of her late mothers will. She is forced work as a zookeeper for six months with animals that terrify her. Since she needs to money to help support her aging grandmother, she must figure out a way to balance her career as a tax accountant with this newthankfully temporaryassignment. But the zoo director is the same handsome man who stole her estranged mothers affections and might just steal everything else too. Because if Kelli fails, Jason Andover inherits everything. How can she possibly get past her animosity when he watches her every move, waiting for her to throw in the towel? But perhaps theres another reason Jason focuses such close attention on her. Are the assignments he gives her devised to scare her off, or to help her overcome her fears? Does he really have designs on her mothers money, or might he have designs on Kelli as well? The only thing shes sure of is that Jason is hiding a secret past, one that could destroy any chance of a happy future together

      The Zookeeper's Daughter