Uplifting Women

The Beachside Inn is up and running, but that doesn’t mean the work is done. In fact, things are busier than ever! After months of preparation, Angela and Lydia are finally hosting their first guests - including Patrick, who needs a place to stay while he hunts for a new house. It’s a summer of changes and challenges, but with laughter, love, and faith, anything is possible.

Everyone thinks Barbie Roman has it all. But this time, being perfect might cost her everything. With her picture-perfect looks, polished manners, and political pedigree, Barbie Roman was raised to play the role of the ideal daughter, wife, and mother. From an exclusive enclave in Connecticut to the sun-soaked shores of Stardust Beach, she’s spent her life smiling, supporting, and staying silent. But now, the stakes are too high—and Barbie’s time as the quiet good girl is running out. Her husband Todd is one of NASA’s rising stars, and with three young sons at home, Barbie should be...

1963. Cape Kennedy, Florida. The world is watching the skies— but five women are fighting battles no one sees. When Josephine Booker’s husband is chosen for NASA’s elite astronaut program, she leaves behind snowy Minnesota for a life of sunshine, press conferences, and expectations she never asked for. In Stardust Beach—a brand-new town built to support the space race—Jo is expected to be the perfect wife, mother, and symbol of American grace. But behind the smiles and poolside interviews, her marriage is quietly cracking under the pressure. The danger isn’t just in space. ...

Embark on an empowering journey with "Empowering Affirmations for Black Queens." Tailored exclusively for Black women, this guide weaves uplifting words to nurture confidence, success, abundance, joy, love, and holistic well-being. Celebrate your heritage and authenticity as you explore affirmations that resonate with the essence of Black identity. Uncover a path of self-discovery, igniting empowerment from within, and embracing your unique strength. From cultivating a healthy mind to revitalizing your physical well-being, these affirmations harmonize mind, body, and soul. Embrace ...

You’re starting an exciting new chapter… and intermittent fasting is the key to unlocking energy, a balanced body, and lifelong wellness. Do you feel like your best days of fitness and high energy levels are behind you? It’s common to feel this way after 50 when metabolism slows, hormones shift, and weight gain seems inevitable.Maybe you wake up tired, feeling like your body is working against you. Perhaps you’ve tried every diet imaginable, but nothing seems to work anymore. You might think there’s no way back to the health and confidence you had in your younger years—and ...

Someone wants her out of town. But can she find a new life on the sunny shores of Anna Maria? Grieving the loss of her husband and longing for a change of pace, the winds of fate bring successful baker Emma away from her big-city life and to the shores of Anna Maria. She hopes to find solace and a fresh beginning amid the quiet village streets and the gorgeous tropical Florida beaches as she launches her brand-new bakery business. But someone isn’t a fan of competition… and when a series of mysterious accidents strike her bakery, Emma begins to suspect that somebody is out to sabotage ...

This book is a heartwarming and hilarious journey through the chaos of family, the quirks of relationships, and the magic of friendship. Packed with laugh-out-loud stories, practical advice, and mouthwatering recipes, this book is a celebration of the beautifully messy kitchen of life. Whether you’re a busy mom, a romantic partner, or a friend who shows up with wine and snacks, this book is for the women who juggle it all with humor and heart. From navigating the early days of love to embracing the madness of parenting and finding joy in sisterhood, Emily O. Aubrey weaves relatable tales ...

She’s building rockets for NASA— but can she build the life she truly wants? At just twenty-seven, Jeanie Florence is blazing a trail few women have ever walked—as one of NASA’s brightest young engineers. While America races to put a man on the moon, Jeanie is quietly making history behind the scenes, her calculations propelling astronauts into space. But when it comes to love? She’s still stuck firmly on the launchpad. Her heart belongs to Bill Booker—an older, married astronaut whose orbit she knows she has no business entering. But emotions don’t always follow logic, and ...

A Remarkable Gift Under $20 for Seniors or Anyone Cherishing Nostalgic Golden Years Take a stroll down memory lane with heartfelt stories crafted especially for seniors. From the vibrant 1940s to the transformative 2000s, Uplifting Short Stories for Seniors brings the essence of each decade to life through light, inspiring, and nostalgic tales. With 100 thoughtfully selected stories, we’ve also included an EXTRA bonus of 20 additional stories, making this collection even more delightful. That’s 120 stories in total, providing endless moments of joy and reflection for you or your loved ...

Here’s how to break free from your negative thought patterns — get ready to transform your thoughts and live a happy, healthy, and successful life Are you suffering from low self-esteem and wondering if life is still worth living? Do you feel uncomfortable in your own skin and frequently have negative thoughts about yourself? Do you believe you don’t deserve to be successful because you don’t feel confident about yourself and what you can do? If any of these rings true to you, it’s not your fault. Society has imposed beliefs that are not helping you grow into your best version. ...

When Indi inherits a wellness clinic from her estranged mom, she intends to sell it. Immediately. She ran away from her mom at 15 for a reason. Even though her mom is deceased, Indi doesn't want her chaos in her stringent life. However, the hippies at the clinic have other plans for Indi… Reviews: "Finch takes women's humorous fiction and rom com to a whole new level... This book stayed with me long after I put it down. I laughed, cried, and I got motivated to renovate my own life." - Verified Review "I was completely blown away at many levels. This book will touch all the good and deep ...

He’s trained to survive the deadliest conditions in space. But no one prepared him for the silence at home. Lieutenant Colonel Bill Booker is a decorated pilot, a respected astronaut, and a man unraveling by degrees. Beneath the surface of his perfect American life—his rising NASA career, his beautiful wife Jo, and their idyllic home on Stardust Beach—something is breaking. And when his temper flares one too many times, NASA gives him a choice: face therapy, or forfeit his place in the program. Haunted by his past, disconnected from the woman he once loved so fiercely, and quietly ...

Are you a Walking Temple? Join bestselling author Christine Lemmon on a soulful journey through Sanibel Island in this Christian fiction tale. Rediscover faith, purpose, and the beauty of God's creation, crafted especially for women of all ages. "Set on beautiful Sanibel Island, this enchanting tale will have you wishing for your own slice of paradise here on earth."— Kathleen Y'Barbo Publishers Weekly bestselling author of The Black Midnight "Explore one woman's search for what's missing in her life ... a reminder that sometimes what we are looking for in life isn't what we need the most...

She’s mastered the art of hiding. Now she has to find the courage to be seen. Jude Majors seems to have it all: a handsome astronaut husband, beautiful twin daughters, and a house on Florida’s sparkling Stardust Beach. But behind the polished smile and perfect life, Jude is drowning. Haunted by a painful childhood shaped by wartime prejudice, she’s spent decades silencing the parts of herself that felt too different, too broken, too “other.” Now, the cracks are starting to show. Drinking has helped her cope—until it nearly kills her. Faced with terrifying consequences, Jude must...

The Perfect Uplifting Gift for Anyone Needing a Dose of Hope and Comfort Discover a collection of heartwarming short stories designed to brighten even the darkest days. "It's Going to Be a Good Day" offers 25 carefully crafted tales inspired by true events, featuring beautiful full-color illustrations that bring each story to life. These accounts of everyday miracles, unexpected kindness, and gentle wisdom remind us of the beauty that exists all around us. The Ideal Gift for: Anyone searching for a great Feel Good book. Someone on their healing journey A loved one in assisted living Friends...

A captivating spy story, brimming with more twists and turns than a Golden Ager’s hula-hoop convention, Hornett’s debut comedy novel introduces the world to Britain's latest, and most endearing, special agent, Maggie Matheson. Fans of Richard Osman's Murder Club books and The Hundred Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson will simply love this book. “A laugh-out-loud spy thriller with a twist. Maggie is a thumping good story which keeps you guessing to the end” “Hilarious... you’ll fall in love with eccentric Maggie in minutes..." “Maggie ...

She gave up the spotlight to protect her heart. Now the past is demanding an encore. Once destined for Broadway stardom, Francesca “Frankie” Lombardi left New York—and dancing—behind after a devastating betrayal stole her spark. Reinvented as the glamorous wife of NASA astronaut Ed Maxwell, Frankie plays the role of confident hostess and loyal friend in Stardust Beach. But behind her flawless façade is a woman still aching from loss… and terrified to hope for more. Her marriage is quietly unraveling under the weight of unspoken grief, and the life she’s built feels as fragile ...

What would you do if, after years of what you thought was a happy marriage, your husband suddenly announced he was leaving you for good? Anna is in her fifties and is living a contented life. Their children have left home and she and her husband work at the same school. One day, a perfectly ordinary day (or so she thought) they are sitting on a bench during a walk with their beloved Labrador and David drops a devastating bombshell: he’s fallen in love with a colleague and is leaving her. At first, she wants to hide herself away, but, with the help of her friend and her daughter, she ...

Emma Knight is starting over—one batch of cookies at a time. After losing everything in the city, she returns to Willowbrook with one goal: open her own bakery and prove to herself that she can stand on her own two feet. But renovations don’t come easy, and neither does working with Noah Sullivan—the quiet, rugged contractor with a heart of gold hidden behind layers of gruffness. As flour flies and sparks ignite, Emma starts to wonder… is the life she’s been searching for the one she left behind? Welcome to Willowbrook, where fresh starts are always on the menu and love has a way ...

Two guarded hearts. One unforgettable summer. When Manhattan attorney Vince Hayward retreats to his late brother’s lake house seeking solitude, the last thing he expects is to be captivated by Serenity Lake—or by the shop owner who wants nothing to do with summer visitors. Anna Metcalf has rebuilt her life around The Keepsake, the boutique her mother left behind. She knows better than to trust tourists—handsome ones always leave when the season ends. So when the brooding lawyer keeps showing up in her store, Anna steels herself against the pull between them. But Vince isn’t just ...