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Cici Wright has built a life she loves as a jewelry appraiser. But when her latest find—a priceless ruby necklace—links to decades-old murders in her hometown of Shadow Cove, Cici becomes the target of ruthless killers. Forced to flee, she must rely on the man she humiliated in the most shameful moment of her life.

Jon Tremaine has lived in hiding for years—will coming out of the shadows to help a friend be too great a risk?

For years, Avis lived under the weight of expectations- her family's, her church's, and a version of God that demanded perfection and punished honesty. But when pleasing everyone meant losing herself, she walked away. What followed was pain, clarity, and the kind of freedom that only comes after rock bottom. Told through the reflections and vulnerability, Avis's story is a journey of deconstructing harmful theology, confronting familial wounds, and rediscovering faith-not in a distant, angry deity, but in a Christ of radical love, justice, and compassion. This is not your mother's religion.

Sadie Lynwood's cozy Christmas reunion at Castle Carrick in Scotland shatters when her estranged husband, Douglas, arrives unannounced at the Duncan family Christmas gathering. Her heart races as she wonders why he's there. Does he plan to save face with her family or rekindle their marriage, now shattered beyond recognition? As snow blankets the castle, Sadie and Doug must confront the past and take a leap of faith into the unknown if they want a second chance at love.

When a runaway bride hitches a ride from her best friend’s grumpy brother, their lives will never be the same. Anna Harris needs a getaway car after her wedding day ends in disaster. She may be a hopeless romantic, but she knows there's no Prince Charming coming to her rescue. There's only Beau, and right now, he's her only chance at freedom. Beau Lawrence planned to sit through the ceremony and slip out before the reception. Helping the bride disappear wasn't on his to-do list.

In a near-future America reeling from corruption, censorship, and a broken federal system, one state dares to reclaim its soul—Texas. When a devastating false flag operation shatters the public’s trust, a diverse group of patriots, politicians, veterans, and everyday Texans must decide: submit… or rise. Follow Ethan Jacobs, a principled war hero turned political outsider, and Bo Ramsey, a no-nonsense rancher with deep Texas roots, as they navigate betrayal, media manipulation, and rising tensions.

Once a father with dreams, a man of faith, and purpose, he now lives alone in a 29-foot RV on the edge of Abilene, Texas—estranged from his children, estranged from himself, and estranged from God. Haunted by regret, exhausted by failure, and on the verge of surrender, Michael is ready to disappear into the silence of it all… until a stranger meets him on a bridge and utters one phrase that cuts through the noise: “You’re not alone in this.”

Cassie Jiles is thrown into a bewildering, rapidly evolving world where extraordinary events are unfolding in alignment with biblical prophecies. Can she endure in a world that appears to be careening out of control? Join Cassie Jiles on her journey as she navigates through a shifting reality. Young Cassie must decide what she stands for in these uncertain and dangerous times. What will happen, and what will the end be? Will anyone survive these perilous times?

Andy Clark has always been different. But it isn't just the tumorous mass covering half his face that sets him apart—it's his quiet kindness. As an anonymous do-gooder in Flatsboro, North Carolina, Andy lives out what his mama taught him, even though she's no longer there.

Hannah Colby, a heartfelt woman of quiet strength and deep faith, is savoring a season of joy and contentment. But when a weekend surprise causes concern at the doctor, an unforeseen storm threatens. Chris Colby has loved one woman his whole life with his whole heart. With their kids grown and out of the house, he feels nothing but excitement for the years ahead. He’s got his faith, his work, his kids and grandkids to enjoy, and Hannah. Always Hannah.

Kristof ist die Seele des Cafés. Seit vielen Jahren geleitet er die Abschiedsgruppen mit sanfter Autorität durch das Tal der Trauer. Nur über seine eigene weiß niemand etwas. Iris, die Schriftstellerin, hat ihre Mutter verloren, Matthias, Versicherungsmakler, seine Geliebte, Lizzie nach siebzig Jahren ihren Mann, und Mira, die junge Ärztin, trauert um ihre beste Freundin. Sie lassen sich ein auf ein Angebot, das ihnen völlig neue Perspektiven eröffnet.

Fiction that builds faith! Michael Bennett is a successful investment banker whose pride has cost him his marriage and shattered his relationship with his father. Guilt finally pushes him to make the long drive to his father's 70th birthday—but when a freak storm shuts down the interstate, Michael is forced onto unfamiliar mountain roads. As the supernatural storm intensifies, his GPS fails, his phone dies, and a mysterious inner voice begins issuing warnings. Ignoring it nearly gets him killed.

Brock Matthews’ once promising life is unraveling. His coffee company. His marriage. So when he discovers his vivid dreams—where he encounters his younger self—might let him change his past mistakes, he jumps at the chance. The results are astonishing, but also disturbing. Because getting what Brock wants most in the world will force him to give up the one thing he doesn’t know how to let go...and his greatest fear is that it’s already too late.

In Whispering Memories: Stories of Love That Lives On, Michael J. Melton delivers a soul-piercing collection of faith-filled short stories that will leave you in tears—and full of hope. From daughters waiting in the golden hush of Heaven… to porch lights left on for prodigal children… to letters discovered under pillows long after a funeral—every story is a reminder that love doesn’t die. It just changes form.

Young mother and widow Katie Kaminski is chasing happiness at any cost—even to her children. When her in-laws ask her to photograph Grace Church’s fall festival, Katie reluctantly agrees to spend a week in her late husband’s hometown. But where she expected to find ghosts of his past, she instead finds her own. Standing next to her in-laws is former flame Isaac Torres. The soldier-turned-police officer isn’t at church for God, though. He has no need for religion or women—especially the ones who have lied to him, like Katie.

When Juniper Wilder’s grief spiraled into addiction, leading first to an arrest for drunk driving, then jail and court-ordered rehab, she lost the most important thing in her life: her baby girl. Now, sober and on probation, Junie is determined to prove she can be the mother Fern deserves. But she’s burned a lot of bridges, ones that can’t be easily rebuilt. Not every road is closed to her, however.

Veni Creator Spiritus is a beautiful and heartfelt collection of Christian short stories and poems inspired by the feast of Pentecost and the ongoing movement of the Holy Spirit in our world. Written by J. Stopa, this inspiring book invites listeners into sacred moments—past and present—through the eyes of ordinary people touched by divine mystery. With stories drawn from diverse Christian traditions—Coptic, Anglican, Catholic, Protestant and beyond—this collection brings to life the fire, breath, and wind of the Spirit in powerful and unexpected ways.

A cancer diagnosis robs the two Gray gentlemen – Big Ethan and Little Ethan – of a bride and beloved grandma. Unable to cope with Seattle’s jagged memories, Pastor Ethan gratefully embraces an invitation to move to Thailand and lead Bangkok Christian School's affiliate worship center, United Christian Church. Soon enough the story has a thumping soundtrack as Noah Charoenkul drafts the aging rocker to be his keyboardist for praise music at school and church.

The only place that Oakleigh Davenport feels close to God is when she's out in the ocean riding the waves on her surfboard, which is ironic because feeling close to God is the family business. Being an influencer, socialite, and daughter of a prominent megachurch pastor is no easy image to uphold. After a reputation destroying mistake, Oakleigh's world comes crashing down as she is forced to forfeit her social status, clout, and trust fund, leaving her to solely rely on the charity of others.

Ronnie Jackson thought he’d run out of time. Estranged from his children, haunted by regret, and confined to a hospital bed in a quiet Texas town, he’s convinced the clock has run out on redemption. But when a boy named Martin knocks on his door—with a lawnmower, a Bible, and eyes that seem to see right through him—Ronnie’s story begins to change. As unexpected visitors arrive, both earthly and divine, Ronnie must face the man he became… and rediscover the man he was meant to be.