Summer EBook Sale: Week 4

Read three great books by author, Carole Thayne Warburton.
$2.99 eBooks June 26-July 3, 2018

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Just Shy of Paradise

When Lily's valuable fishing pole is stolen, her Native American friend Sky is charged with the crime. But things are not always as they seem in this intriguing tale of romance, secrets, and betrayal.

Just Shy of Paradise is a stirring tale that explores the lives of two people who must reconcile their differences that trace back to roots deeper than the Bear River soil. With a rich blend of Native American life, Swedish ancestry, and modern-day struggles that persist in the charming town of Paradise, readers will soon be caught up in the vibrant narrative and vivid characters, quickly becoming wholly devoted to Lily and Sky.- Heather B. Morre, winner of Best of State and Whitney Awards for Abinadi.

Just Shy of Paradise is a well-told story of fresh perspectives and deep characters sure to help every reader reflect on his or her own pursuit of happiness amid the stumbling blocks none of us are able to steer clear of completely. - Josi S. Kilpack, author of the Sadie Hoffmiller Culinary Mystery Series

Just Shy of Paradise is a well-balanced, fascinating read with powerful historical and cultural references that raises challenging implications for the present. It is permeated with a haunting sense of place and ancestry that causes the reader to reflect on the role personal heritage has played in the development of the individuals and nations we are today. - Janet Kay Jensen, award-winning author of Don't You Marry the Mormon Boys

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Sun Tunnels and Secrets

On a trip to the Sun Tunnels in the Utah desert, Norma and her sisters find a body on the side of the road. But this awful discovery turns out to be the least of their problems. Norma's husband just passed on, and she learns he kept a secret from her for sixty years. LaRue is keeping a secret from Norma. The sisters' young friend Tony is keeping a secret about his famous father, and Tony's mother is keeping a secret of her own. Tony is secretly in love with his friend Kelli, who recently escaped from a polygamist cult. And who is the mysterious young car thief with whom Norma feels a special connection? Everything converges in Grouse Creek at the Fourth of July celebration. Will secrets prove everyone's undoing?

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Poaching Daisies

Who is Trying to Silence Penny?

Penny Thorton’s dreams of being a park ranger start to unravel her first week on the job when she finds a dead bear in Yellowstone’s backcountry. Shots are fired as she runs away, but once she tells the authorities, all evidence evaporates. Penny’s aunt Iris, who is bent on eradicating an invasive species of daisy from the park, puts that mission on hold when more bears are killed and she becomes entangled in the mystery. After several attempts on Penny’s life, she and Iris learn to trust no one—not even their friends.

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Road to Covered Bridge

A Utah State First Place Novel

Escaping World War II

After barely missing the devastation of Pearl Harbor, the McKinsey family makes a bridge-like transition, crossing from the experiences of war to what they hope is safety.

However, when they arrive in Provo, Utah, what they find is a series of questions. Who is America Laughingheart? Who murdered Mrs. Potter? And who left the grave open? Other difficulties plague them: chickenpox, scarlet fever, and a local flood.

It is Grandpa who gets discouraged first and departs. The family follows. Looking back, they realize that even though their "transition" was rocky, all that truly matters is that they are together.

Available in Paperback and eBook Format

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Reviews:

• Association for Mormon Letters Review by Harlow Clark
• “Of course [Road to Covered Bridge] had Marilyn Brown's delightful skill in creating characters and situations. But it also had plot complexities that left me panting! And there were also one-liners that I always love to read.” —Marilyn Arnold
• "Road to Covered Bridge was such a nice surprise! I loved the details in the setting. It reminded me so much of the Provo cemetery. Marilyn Brown has a wonderful gift of building characters and suspense. The cover is amazing. This book won first place in Utah State University's fiction contest—a well-deserved honor." —Sally Taylor

Author: Marilyn Brown

Summer eBook Sale: Week 3

Read two great books by author, Deborah L Weikel.
2.99 eBooks June 19-26, 2018

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Under a Lakota Moon

As a divorcee in 1870 St. Louis, Rosalynn McAllister is a branded woman. When she is presented with the opportunity for a new life with her sister's family in Peaceful, Minnesota, Rosalynn believes it is what God wants for her. But Rosalynn arrives in Peaceful only to find that her sister Susan has run off, her brother-in-law Mike is dead, and her niece and nephew are in the custody of the town's minister. Furthermore, Mike's handsome half-brother, Lone Wolf Larson, who now owns the family farm, stirs feelings in Rosalynn that both excite and confuse her.

When Rosalynn and Lone Wolf must marry to obtain custody of the children, Rosalynn asumes it will be a loveless marriage. After all, she believes that no man could love a divorced woman, and experience has taught her that men are not to be trusted. Lone Wolf, persecuted for his Lakota Sioux heritage, also has trust issues, yet he secretly feels that Rosalynn is his destiny.

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Wild Irish Rose

It is May 1865. When Rosaleen O'Shay and her mother lose their factory jobs, and then her father and brother are injured in a coal-mine cave-in, the family is in serious trouble. Rosaleen worries they will never save enough money to fulfill their dream-to leave Pittsburgh and buy a farm in California. Hoping to give her a better life, Roasleen's father secretly arranges to marry her off to Blaise Cameron, a young man on his way to his parents' ranch near Stockton, California. In a twist of fate, Blaise turns out to be the soldier from the street-the one Rosaleen considers a blackard. To make matters worse, Blaise has a plan-and dubious motives for taking a wife- so Rosaleen will have to drive a hard bargain of her own. Will Blaise tame the fiery redhead and make her truly his? Or will he annul the marriage as promised when he has achieved his objectives? And will Rosaleen realize the unusual beginnings can lead to happily ever after?

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Under a Lakota Moon

As a divorcee in 1870 St. Louis, Rosalynn McAllister is a branded woman. When she is presented with the opportunity for a new life with her sister's family in Peaceful, Minnesota, Rosalynn believes it is what God wants for her. But Rosalynn arrives in Peaceful only to find that her sister Susan has run off, her brother-in-law Mike is dead, and her niece and nephew are in the custody of the town's minister. Furthermore, Mike's handsome half-brother, Lone Wolf Larson, who now owns the family farm, stirs feelings in Rosalynn that both excite and confuse her.

When Rosalynn and Lone Wolf must marry to obtain custody of the children, Rosalynn assumes it will be a loveless marriage. After all, she believes that no man could love a divorced woman, and experience has taught her that men are not to be trusted. Lone Wolf, persecuted for his Lakota Sioux heritage, also has trust issues, yet he secretly feels that Rosalynn is his destiny.

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Wild Irish Rose

It is May 1865. When Rosaleen O'Shay and her mother lose their factory jobs, and then her father and brother are injured in a coal-mine cave-in, the family is in serious trouble. Rosaleen worries they will never save enough money to fulfill their dream-to leave Pittsburgh and buy a farm in California. Hoping to give her a better life, Roasleen's father secretly arranges to marry her off to Blaise Cameron, a young man on his way to his parents' ranch near Stockton, California. In a twist of fate, Blaise turns out to be the soldier from the street-the one Rosaleen considers a blackard. To make matters worse, Blaise has a plan-and dubious motives for taking a wife- so Rosaleen will have to drive a hard bargain of her own. Will Blaise tame the fiery redhead and make her truly his? Or will he annul the marriage as promised when he has achieved his objectives? And will Rosaleen realize the unusual beginnings can lead to happily ever after?

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Clairvoyance

After college graduation, Jennifer Weston takes a summer internship with a newspaper in a seaside village in Oregon. She hopes sea breezes and solitude will heal her heart after a bad breakup with Vince, and the pain of her father remarrying only four months after the death of Jennifer's mother.

Jennifer resolves to have a no-romance summer and to give complete dedication to her newspaper column. But life has other plans for her. On her first morning in Windridge, she literally runs into Larsen Morgan, a handsome EMT. Then there's the newspaper's publicist, Aaron Johnston, who considers himself God's gift to women, and who only notices Jennifer after he discovers she is LDS. Her troubles continue with Vince, who won't give up their relationship as easily as she had hoped.

Adding to her adventures, Jennifer soon gets mixed up in the crazy lives of some new friends. Through it all, she finds her heart changing and learns that some resolves were meant to be broken. Especially when it comes to true love.

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Bridges of the Heart

Twenty-one-year-old Rachel Lisenby finds life hard to cope with after her mother passes away. To add to Rachel’s confusion, her boyfriend Maxson proposes marriage on the evening of the funeral. She escapes to Utah to think and take time off from the relationship. Over the phone, she tells Maxson she is not ready for marriage, and suggests he start dating other girls.

After returning to Arizona, Rachel finds Maxson in a relationship with Paige—her rival throughout high school. With time, Rachel convinces herself she is over him, but a strange Southern visitor named Jonathan tells her that she is meant to marry Maxson. Jonathan insists it is her responsibility to apologize to Maxson and set things straight, since she broke up with him. But Rachel refuses. Because of her stubbornness, she is whirled back in time to 1820 to learn that family ties reach into the past, as well as the future.

With a heart-warming, unique perspective of the early-nineteenth-century American South, Bridges of the Heart is a story about the power of love and forgiveness.

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Word Puzzles for Latter-day Saints

This book is packed with nearly 100 word searches, cryptograms, linear puzzles, and crosswords. Puzzle themes from unique Latter-day Saint culture include Church History, temples, prophets, scriptures, famous Latter-day Saints, Mormon lingo, and so much more. Sharpen your minds and your pencils for pages of fun.

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Summer eBook Sale: Week 2

Read three great books by author, Joan Sowards.

2.99 eBooks June 14-21, 2018

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Bridges of the Heart

Twenty-one-year-old Rachel Lisenby finds life hard to cope with after her mother passes away. To add to Rachel’s confusion, her boyfriend Maxson proposes marriage on the evening of the funeral. She escapes to Utah to think and take time off from the relationship. Over the phone, she tells Maxson she is not ready for marriage, and suggests he start dating other girls.
After returning to Arizona, Rachel finds Maxson in a relationship with Paige—her rival throughout high school. With time, Rachel convinces herself she is over him, but a strange Southern visitor named Jonathan tells her that she is meant to marry Maxson. Jonathan insists it is her responsibility to apologize to Maxson and set things straight, since she broke up with him. But Rachel refuses. Because of her stubbornness, she is whirled back in time to 1820 to learn that family ties reach into the past, as well as the future.

With a heart-warming, unique perspective of the early-nineteenth-century American South, Bridges of the Heart is a story about the power of love and forgiveness.

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Chocolate Roses

Janie Rose Whitaker's world revolved around her chocolate shop until Roger Wentworth and his young daughter moved into the apartment across from Janie's. Anyone would think Roger fit the mold of the "perfect" guy, but soon Janie discovers secrets that could keep them apart forever. Though she resists getting involved in Roger's complicated life, they are drawn further into a bittersweet relationship.

You will laugh, cry and crave chocolate as you read this LDS parody of the classic novel Jane Eyre.

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Haunts Haven

When Callie Wilford inherits a century-old inn in southern Arizona, locals tell her of a ghost who "guards" the inn. But Callie doesn't believe in ghosts, and she plans to turn the inn into a bed and breakfast. Then things start to happen—strange, spooky things—and she begins to wonder if there is some truth to the ghost stories. If that weren't bad enough, Callie discovers a mysterious grave in the cellar. As she confronts the inn's tragic secrets, she also faces her lonely past and learns to embrace her heritage. But it takes a handsome cowboy and a charming rancher to prove that Callie's long-guarded heart can love again.

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Summer eBook Sale: Week One

$2.99 eBooks June 4-10, 2018

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Cupcake Girl

Seventeen-year-old Max Rodgers has had a crush on his best friend, Lexie Duncan, since forever. From their childhood games as the unstoppable superheroes Strong Man and Cupcake Girl, to carefree days at the lake to the ups and downs of high school, the two are inseparable.

But after Max finally finds the perfect moment to kiss Lexie, she abruptly leaves for the summer with little explanation. Heartbroken, he begins to search for meaning in his life. And when she returns, facing her own demons, everything he once thought he knew about her has changed.

Will Max and Lexie realize they need each other, or will Max lose Cupcake Girl forever? A story of courage, hope, and newfound faith, this book is a must-read for those who believe in the power of love.

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Escape to the Sea

A year and a half after Shanna King was abandoned at the alter, her uncle convinced her to work as a singer on the cruise ship he captains. Soon she learns Uncle Carl's true motive—to pair her up with his first officer, Riley Evans, a handsome young widower. For six months on board the Oral Oasis, Shanna has refused to succumb to her uncle's match making attempts.

Life at sea gets more complicated as precious jewels are stolen from the Coral fleet cruise ships. Shanna"s diamond earrings, a gift from her deceased father, end up missing. When the cruise line investigates the modern-day piracy, dangerous events are set in motion, and Shanna looks to Riley for rescue. The ocean has healed her heart, but will he open his to love again?

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