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Join Annie Peterson, mother of the brides as she solves another whodunit! In this light-hearted story, someone has poisoned over a hundred wedding guests. Did the caterer, Annie's friend Janetta, deliberately plan this scheme, or are there more sinister forces at work? Inspirational author Janice Thompson is back with the fifth installment in the Bridal Mayhem Mystery Series. Settle in for a fun read!

Welcome to the 6th and final Bella novella, (i.e. "Bella's Swan Song"). It's been such a joy to share the original Bella books with my readers and now, here we are...Bella's final story. In That's Life, you'll journey with a very pregnant Bella as she hosts a wedding unlike any other. In this story, the bride and groom were married once before, then divorced. Now they're coming back together, only not everyone in their family is thrilled about this notion. Bella does her best to keep everyone happy, but the little one inside of her is causing some concerns. Will everything come together in ...

What if the "right" to die became your duty? Duty to Die, a "what-if" fictional thriller set in the not-too-distant future, comes almost too close for comfort in a society lacking a sanctity for life. Can death be packaged in such a way that it actually begins to look like a viable option for those in distress? If so, what will the consequences be for the elderly, terminally ill, and disabled? When does life end...when the body ceases to function properly? when the quality of life doesn't meet certain standards? And who has the right to make the decision...except God? Duty to Die attempts ...

Two families on opposite sides of the globe are shaken by the rise and fall of the Titanic, "queen of the ocean". When pampered Jacqueline Abington secretly elopes with the family gardener, she asks another woman to take her place on the much-anticipated maiden voyage of the Titanic. Tessa Bowen hails from a poor corner of London but has been granted the opportunity of a lifetime - a ticket to sail to America aboard a famed vessel. But there's a catch: She must assume Jacqueline's identity. For the first time in her life, Tessa stays in luxurious quarters, dresses in elegant gowns, and ...

As "Love Me Tender" plays in the background, Debbie Carmichael determines to salvage her family's restaurant, Sweet Sal's Soda Shoppe, when her father's health fails. Teen heartthrob Bobby Conrad agrees to perform at a fundraiser concert at the diner, which sits on California's coastal highway in Laguna Beach. But just two weeks before the highly publicized event, Bobby backs out of the benefit. Enter Johnny Hartman, a young, unknown singer. Debbie soon realizes the twists and turns leading up to the concert have been divinely orchestrated. And it isn't dreamy Bobby Conrad who has stolen ...

When Laura Chapman’s husband of over twenty years passes away, she finds herself the sole provider for two teenage children, lonely and frightened, and determined to return to college to obtain a degree. Then she lands in the same history class with her daughter and finds herself offending the toughest professor on campus. Professor Andrew Dougherty, still a bachelor at forty-seven, has sworn off women. His heart was broken years earlier by a skittish fiancee. Just when Laura feels that she has no alternative but to drop out of school due to stress and finances, Andrew begins to realize ...

Success defines Kellie Fisher. She’s always had a head for numbers and vision of the tomorrow. But when her father is hospitalized, she leaves the big city behind and rushes to be at her parents’ side. Nathan Fisher loves his life. His wife Kellie is beautiful; his condo is top of the line; his job is about to make him a partner. But something has changed Kellie, and Nathan’s heart is torn between Houston’s bustle and his wife, who is learning to live and love today. Could Nathan s priorities be bankrupt in the eyes of the one he loves most? NOTE: This story was previously published...

Against the backdrop of scenic Estes Park, Colorado, comes a story filled with mayhem, romance, and plenty of drama—most of it on the stage. The year is 1912, and tomboy Lottie Sanders would do just about anything to help the fella she secretly loves. When Gilbert Parker’s family lodge faces financial ruin, he suggests putting on a melodrama to draw in a crowd. He appeals to Lottie to direct the show. Her plan to bring in actresses and from across the country is sabotaged when the local single men turn it into a hunt for brides. Lottie finds the drama shifting from the stage to real ...

Bella Rossi may be nearing 30, but her life is just starting to get interesting. When her Italian-turned-Texan parents hand over the family wedding planning business, Bella is determined not to let them down. She quickly books a "Boot Scoot'n" wedding that would make any Texan proud. There's only one catch - she's a country music numbskull because her family only listens to Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin.

The Hadley family ranch is struggling, so Raelynn, her parents, and brothers decide to turn the old barn into an antique store. The only thing missing to go with the marketing of the store is Grandpa's old red truck, Tilly, that was sold several years ago. Now coming back up on the auction block, Tilly would need a lot of work, but Raelynn is sure it will be worth it—if only she can beat out other bidders and find out who stole Tilly after the auction ends. Hadley finds herself in the role of amateur sleuth, and the outcome could make or break the new family venture.

The Hadley family's new antique business is open and running well with Tilly, the red antique truck, as its mascot. Raelynn Hadley is happy to see her friend Tasha open a new bed-and-breakfast inn to accommodate the area's growing tourism, but a fire threatens to spoil all Tasha has worked for. Raelynn immediately gets to work sleuthing out who could be behind such an act of sabotage. Could it be the nearby resort owner, the daughter of the house's former owner, a neighbor, or a squatter who had been living in the house before renovations?

Annie Peterson is supposed to be on vacation. . .not in wedding planning mode and certainly not in mystery solving mode. But when she meets a bride-to-be aboard the Navigator of the Seas cruise liner, Annie can't help herself. She's ready, willing and able to help with plans for the big day. And when the bride goes missing just hours before the ceremony, it's Annie to the rescue! Who's responsible for spiriting away the elusive bride? The maid of honor? The emotional mother of the bride? An over-the-top best man? The groom-to-be? A total stranger? Someone's done the deed and it's up to ...

Congratulations on that bundle of joy you're expecting! The next few months are going to be filled with anticipation, joy, nerves, and much more. In this sweet devotional from authors Janice Thompson and Randi Morrow you will find inspiration from God's Word to inspire you as your pregnancy progresses and even after the baby is born.

Join Bella Neeley as she coordinates a Victorian tea party themed wedding on Valentine's Day. It’s sure to be an event to remember. . .if the groom finds the time to show up for his own ceremony. Texas senator Beauregard (aka “Beau”) DeVine is running for president and his hectic schedule has the bride-to-be worried about his lack of participation. Keen on making her groom happy, Victoria Brierley goes along with the “tea party” themed ceremony he has in mind. It matches his political views, after all. Bella loves the idea of a lovely tea party, but for different reasons. The ...

Welcome to the Texas Hill Country, y’all! It’s the perfect place for love, weddings, and mayhem! Brooke Morrow never dreamed she would end up coordinating a wedding for Hollywood starlet, Matti Maynor. Against her better judgment, she finds herself organizing the wedding of the century. It doesn’t help that Matti is marrying Texas senator, Jake Bradford, who happens to be Brooke’s ex. Between the bride and the altar stands a whodunit complicated enough to send even the best sleuth running for the hills. Can Brooke survive the twists and turns while coordinating a wedding she’d ...

Join Bella Neeley as she plans a summer beach-themed wedding in Galveston, Texas. Darian Pappas, the younger brother of one of Bella Neeley's best friends, is getting married! He comes from a large Greek family, so one would assume the wedding would be Greek-themed. Wrong! Darian happens to be marrying Ling Nguyen, daughter of Galveston's all-too-stern police chief. Her family is set on a traditional Vietnamese ceremony. The bride and groom have opted, instead, for a simple ceremony on the beach. At sunset. In the middle of summer. And the temperatures outside aren't the only thing heating ...

Join Bella Neeley for an autumn ceremony with a literary theme. Literature professor Elizabeth is marrying pop-psychology/radio star, Walter. Their "bookish" ceremony will leave Bella wondering if, perhaps, she's in over her head. Will the groom's last-minute book tour interrupt the plans for their big day? Will the bride's over-the-top "classic literature" theme prove to be too much for Bella? Can she balance family and work life to pull off the perfect wedding? Only time will tell in this chaotic, humorous novella by Janice Thompson.

Marigold Evans first attempt at rescuing an abandoned pooch lands her in the underground sewer lines of Houston's Buffalo Bayou...and almost in jail, until Parker Jenson comes to her defense. Then a bad day only gets worse as the Lone Star Vet Clinic, where they both work, is vandalized and the list of suspects starts to climb. With the help of her fellow employees, Marigold sets out to simultaneously solve the crime, rehab the rescued dog, and help more dogs in crisis. But why would anyone continue to work against all their good efforts?

An exciting ups-and-downs Bible study for elementary and Jr. High kids, taken from the life of David. Kids today face unique challenges and opportunities. The Bible is loaded with answers for the things they face. "Dancing Like a Shepherd Boy, Fighting Like a King!" can help! Every other day your child will read a Bible story about one of King David’s “dances” (celebrations/victories). On the in-between days, he/she will read a Bible story about one of King David’s battles/struggles. Moving back and forth between the challenges and the victories, your child will learn that life has ...

They’ve helped orchestrate the perfect day for countless couples. Now twelve new couples will find themselves in the wedding spotlight in the second Year of Weddings novella collection. All Dressed Up in Loveby Ruth Logan Herne Tara walks into Elena’s Bridal and finds her dream job—and a...