Honorable Husbands Series by Sarah Lamb, Kathryn LeBlanc, Wren McCready, P. Creeden, Lynne Lanning, Patricia PacJac Carroll, Stacey Haynes, Marie Higgins, Allison Wells, Edwina Kiernan, Keelie Mann, Caryl McAdoo, Susan Horsnell, Marlene Bierworth, Paulette D. Marshall, Linda Carroll-Bradd, Zina Abbott

Honorable Husband Series. Even independent women can need a helping hand now and then. More than muscles and rugged good looks, this bride needs a Carpenter and only the honorable need apply. .. but is that what she'll get? A Mail-Order Carpenter.

He thought he was heading to a teaching job, not that of a husband. Now what? Samuel Donner, an experienced schoolteacher with a steely gaze and a firm grip on his principles, arrives in the dusty town of Cottonwood Falls answering their call for help. He's determined to bring order to chaos and transform the unruly children into well-educated citizens. His first the blatant disregard for attendance. Abigail Lees, a single mother of three, struggles to keep her head above water... moreHe thought he was heading to a teaching job, not that of a husband. Now what? Samuel Donner, an experienced schoolteacher with a steely gaze and a firm grip on his principles, arrives in the dusty town of Cottonwood Falls answering their call for help. He's determined to bring order to chaos and transform the unruly children into well-educated citizens. His first the blatant disregard for attendance. Abigail Lees, a single mother of three, struggles to keep her head above water. When Samuel visits, warning that her eldest son, Thomas, needs to attend school more often, she's surprised. Unbeknownst to her, Thomas has taken on the responsibility of providing for the family, sacrificing his education in the process. Torn between his duty to the town and his growing affection for Abigail, and the fact another woman insists he’s her mail-order husband, Samuel finds himself in a difficult position. He wants to help Thomas and Abigail, but adhering to his promise to the school board, and fending off unwanted advances, proves increasingly challenging. Then Thomas is accused of a serious crime, and Samuel must reach a decision. Will he stand by the boy, even if it means jeopardizing his reputation and potentially betraying the trust of the community? And can his love for Abigail survive the storm of doubt and suspicion that threatens to engulf them all? less

No one ever expected much of Mal Cary, the second son of a Viscount, including himself. So, when he is the cause of a terrible accident that kills his older brother, and the responsibilities of his title are thrust upon him, he does what he’s always done–run. This time, he runs half a world away to the American Wild West of his childhood dreams. Alice Tolbert has never known anything but responsibility. After her stepmother died, it was up to her to care for her sisters on their Texas ranch... moreNo one ever expected much of Mal Cary, the second son of a Viscount, including himself. So, when he is the cause of a terrible accident that kills his older brother, and the responsibilities of his title are thrust upon him, he does what he’s always done–run. This time, he runs half a world away to the American Wild West of his childhood dreams. Alice Tolbert has never known anything but responsibility. After her stepmother died, it was up to her to care for her sisters on their Texas ranch. After her father dies, not only do those responsibilities grow, but some people in town don’t think a young, un-married woman should be allowed to run a ranch on her own. Especially because she’s half Apache. When Alice’s younger sister leaves for California with her husband’s family, her brother-in-law does one last he hires a gunslinger to protect the ranch. But Alice can’t abide the arrogant, brooding man, and he doesn’t seem to have much use for her, either. But as their attraction grows, Mal must make a choice. Will he do the honorable thing, and leave the woman he has come to love behind? less

Honorable Husband Series. Even independent women can need a helping hand now and then. More than muscles and rugged good looks, this bride needs a blacksmith and only the honorable need apply. .. but is that what they'll get? Mail-Order Blacksmith. With the passing of her father in the war, Sadie Cahill finds herself running the town’s livery on her own. A falling out with her blacksmith leaves her in desperate need. But is she desperate enough to marry one?

Plagued with nothing but tragedy and heartbreak…. Her mother died during the wagon train trip westward…. She, her father, and brother, nearly froze to death in the quickly built shanty sheltering them through the winter…. The nearby cattle baron was threatening them about their homestead claim…. Now her father and brother had disappeared…. She was at her breaking point…... morePlagued with nothing but tragedy and heartbreak…. Her mother died during the wagon train trip westward…. She, her father, and brother, nearly froze to death in the quickly built shanty sheltering them through the winter…. The nearby cattle baron was threatening them about their homestead claim…. Now her father and brother had disappeared…. She was at her breaking point…. Totally alone except for some kind neighbors, a motherly woman suggested a mail-order husband who would be able to protect her and be the handy man she so desperately needed to finish building the house. But could she be so daring as to marry a stranger? She was running out of options, and she was too distraught to think straight. Her heart was crushed by losing her family and being left alone in a strange yet beautiful land. One thing was for certain, she couldn’t make it on her own. less

Letters they didn’t write. A future they can’t see. And enemies that want to keep them apart. Dallas Darling stared at her father’s grave. It had been six months, and she was treading water to keep the ranch afloat. She’d lost some of her best hired hands because they refused to work for a woman. She has an order for thirty horses to be trained for the army. If she fails to get them ready, she could lose everything. She prays and prays some more. And her best wrangler breaks his leg... moreLetters they didn’t write. A future they can’t see. And enemies that want to keep them apart. Dallas Darling stared at her father’s grave. It had been six months, and she was treading water to keep the ranch afloat. She’d lost some of her best hired hands because they refused to work for a woman. She has an order for thirty horses to be trained for the army. If she fails to get them ready, she could lose everything. She prays and prays some more. And her best wrangler breaks his leg. When her housekeeper, Coretta, sends off for a mail-order groom for Dallas, she rebels at the idea, but Dallas can’t afford to say no. Cal Roark couldn’t believe his old friend answered a letter to make Cal a mail-order groom. Yet, it was a perfect fit. A woman in Texas needs a wrangler and a husband. He knew horses and wanted to settle down. He rides into Mesa, Texas, for a look. There is no way he’s going to rush into marrying a woman he doesn’t even know, but at first sight of her, Dallas has his attention. But she’s got troubles with the kind of men Cal wants nothing to do with--his brother’s gang. A sweet and clean Historical Christian Western Romance. less

Desperate times mean taking desperate measures. Her husband is dead and now her children are being taken away. Hannah Butler is struggling with the loss of her husband and the family business. Her in-laws have given her until the end of the month to either sell the wainwright business or remarry. Since she refuses to give up her deceased husband’s dream that leaves her only one choice… to marry and to do it quickly... moreDesperate times mean taking desperate measures. Her husband is dead and now her children are being taken away. Hannah Butler is struggling with the loss of her husband and the family business. Her in-laws have given her until the end of the month to either sell the wainwright business or remarry. Since she refuses to give up her deceased husband’s dream that leaves her only one choice… to marry and to do it quickly. In desperation, she sends out a plea in the territory’s newspaper for an honorable husband who knows how to build wagons and to help her manage the business. Never did she think someone would answer it. But he did. Calvin Henderson is on the run. His father, the notorious outlaw, Ray ‘The Ox’ Henderson wants Cal to continue the family’s criminal ways and will go to all lengths to round him up and bring him in. Wanted posters are plastered everywhere in Nevada, by the gang, claiming he had stolen silver from a mine in Carson City. His best bet is to hide somewhere his father would never look for him… Utah. But luck seems to be on his side when he sees a woman’s plea for a mail order husband, even though he knows nothing about running a business or being a wainwright. At least it will keep him hidden until he runs again. But could Hannah change his mind? less

As a U. S. Territorial Marshal, Clint Tanner enjoys helping people in need, but when a lovely woman who is bent on revenge takes him at gunpoint and wants him to fix his brother’s mistake and marry her, Clint is hesitant. For years he has lifted his brother whenever trouble was brewing. But does he have a choice this time? Especially when he doesn’t want to ruin the family name—or his reputation. Ellie Broadbent is not happy with what has happened in her life... moreAs a U. S. Territorial Marshal, Clint Tanner enjoys helping people in need, but when a lovely woman who is bent on revenge takes him at gunpoint and wants him to fix his brother’s mistake and marry her, Clint is hesitant. For years he has lifted his brother whenever trouble was brewing. But does he have a choice this time? Especially when he doesn’t want to ruin the family name—or his reputation. Ellie Broadbent is not happy with what has happened in her life. First, her father is murdered, but the law refuses to find the killer. Then, the bank is threatening to foreclose on her ranch if she can’t find a husband to run it. Just when she thought she found the man willing to marry her, he disappears. Well, enough is enough. She’ll make his brother pay! It’s too bad Clint is so handsome and charming. How can she hate him now? less

They both need an escape, and they find it through each other. With a local mob searching for him, newspaper reporter Jasper needs to get out of New Orleans fast. When her brother threatens to make her a soiled dove in St. Joseph, Opal needs someone to save her. Her newspaper ad looking for a husband catches his eye and he escapes to marry her sight unseen. They soon realize their new spouse needs just as much saving, just from different threats... moreThey both need an escape, and they find it through each other. With a local mob searching for him, newspaper reporter Jasper needs to get out of New Orleans fast. When her brother threatens to make her a soiled dove in St. Joseph, Opal needs someone to save her. Her newspaper ad looking for a husband catches his eye and he escapes to marry her sight unseen. They soon realize their new spouse needs just as much saving, just from different threats. But when Opal's brother contacts the mob after Jasper, they realize the only way they can survive is together! less

Honorable Husband Series. Even independent women can need a helping hand now and then. More than muscles and rugged good looks, this bride needs a Carpenter and only the honorable need apply. .. but is that what they'll get?

Kody Hall lives life on a roll of the dice, betting on everything except love. He's learned the hard way that women don't mix well with gambling men. But he's willing to wager everything he has on a chance to change lives at the orphanage he secretly founded. He’s also hoping the woman he’s been corresponding with might be interested in taking a chance on a mail-order husband. He’d like to settle down. Susan Louden, the orphanage’s teacher, is fiercely protective of her charges... moreKody Hall lives life on a roll of the dice, betting on everything except love. He's learned the hard way that women don't mix well with gambling men. But he's willing to wager everything he has on a chance to change lives at the orphanage he secretly founded. He’s also hoping the woman he’s been corresponding with might be interested in taking a chance on a mail-order husband. He’d like to settle down. Susan Louden, the orphanage’s teacher, is fiercely protective of her charges. When she spots Kody, the town's notorious gambler, lurking around the grounds, she chases him off. In her eyes, gambling and innocence don't mix. Why can’t more men be like the one she’s been writing to? But a surprise revelation about Kody's true intentions, and his identity, throws Susan's world into disarray. Could she have been wrong about him? The more she learns, the more she questions her own place in the orphanage, especially as she starts to develop feelings for him. Can a woman dedicate her life to children while being associated with a gambler? It’s something Kody’s willing to gamble on. less

She needs to marry to keep her hotel… but she’s not expecting to lose her heart. California, 1860. Sarah Foster didn’t think things could get any worse after her father died, leaving her to run their hotel alone—until his will revealed a shocking stipulation. She has sixty days to marry, or lose the hotel, but her father’s selected suitor is the cruelest man she’s ever known. Sarah scrambles to find a different groom, and begrudgingly places an ad for a mail-order husband... moreShe needs to marry to keep her hotel… but she’s not expecting to lose her heart. California, 1860. Sarah Foster didn’t think things could get any worse after her father died, leaving her to run their hotel alone—until his will revealed a shocking stipulation. She has sixty days to marry, or lose the hotel, but her father’s selected suitor is the cruelest man she’s ever known. Sarah scrambles to find a different groom, and begrudgingly places an ad for a mail-order husband. But no one responds—and time is running out. Elijah Montgomery can’t believe his great aunt wants to sell their New York apartment and travel across the country so he can run a hotel again—an arrangement that also requires him to marry the hotel’s owner. But his aunt never takes no for an answer, and Elijah soon finds himself on a journey that will alter all that’s familiar—with unexpected consequences. As Elijah and Sarah adjust to life as newlywed strangers, unrest that’s been brewing towards the local native tribe reaches boiling point. As they each wrestle with the impact of the horrific massacre, Elijah’s unwavering faith challenges Sarah to question her rejection of God. But when further injustices come to light, will they find the strength to hold on to hope—or lose it all? less

An action-packed, Old West adventure, filled with drama and romance! The Jenner gang had terrorized a town. that couldn’t protect itself, resulting in. devastation, despair, and even death. The gang had been gone for years, but. the townsfolk knew he would return. He. left something precious behind…his. daughter. They needed someone to protect. them…. They needed a Marshal. Loraine was adopted nine years earlier. by the preacher and his wife when her. father left her behind. She knew... moreAn action-packed, Old West adventure, filled with drama and romance! The Jenner gang had terrorized a town. that couldn’t protect itself, resulting in. devastation, despair, and even death. The gang had been gone for years, but. the townsfolk knew he would return. He. left something precious behind…his. daughter. They needed someone to protect. them…. They needed a Marshal. Loraine was adopted nine years earlier. by the preacher and his wife when her. father left her behind. She knew. everyone wished she would leave town,. taking the threat of her father’s return. with her. In a desperate attempt to find some. deserved happiness for this sweet girl,. knowing not one man within a hundred. miles would be interested in her for a. wife, the preacher decided…. She needed a Mail-Order husband. less

God will supply all our needs, according to His riches in glory. Emma never expects to run the goat farm alone, but after a brutal lion attack takes her father’s life along with that of the beloved Huck, their livestock guardian dog extraordinaire, she's got no choice--even though she's injured as well. Knowing there's no way to manage by herself, she heeds her cousin's advice. "Just like men do when they need a wife! Put an ad in the paper! "... moreGod will supply all our needs, according to His riches in glory. Emma never expects to run the goat farm alone, but after a brutal lion attack takes her father’s life along with that of the beloved Huck, their livestock guardian dog extraordinaire, she's got no choice--even though she's injured as well. Knowing there's no way to manage by herself, she heeds her cousin's advice. "Just like men do when they need a wife! Put an ad in the paper! ". Callan figures a goat farm might be a good place with room and board to winter for himself and his dog, Boaz. Sheep, goats—how different can they really be? He plans on heading south to Texas in the Spring to sign up with the Rangers. He can help her out until then. Who said he had to marry the woman? Emma needs healing and help. Callan needs a room and board. How could either have imagined what God truly has in store? less

Healing Husband Series. Even independent women need a helping hand now and then. More than muscles and rugged good looks, our brides need handy husbands, and only the Honorable, Healing, and Hopeful need apply. .. but is that truly what they'll get? Mail-Order Preacher... moreHealing Husband Series. Even independent women need a helping hand now and then. More than muscles and rugged good looks, our brides need handy husbands, and only the Honorable, Healing, and Hopeful need apply. .. but is that truly what they'll get? Mail-Order Preacher. Before being taken by black lung, Pastor Hastings has sent a letter to a friend of his at his seminary asking for them to provide a graduate who would be willing to take on the role of preacher in Southern Gulch, Missouri with one stipulation. .. that they be willing to marry his daughter. Winifred Hastings is nearly a twenty-year-old spinster. Even though men outnumber women in her hometown, not one has asked to court her. Some might call her strange, and the way that she would rather spend time alone or with her chickens only adds to her weirdness. But when her father asks her to be amenable to marry a stranger coming to take over his position as pastor, she's willing, but would he be able to look past her flaws? Because of his weak constitution, Peter Hale couldn't join the family business of fishing and crabbing in Baltimore, and he felt the calling to become a preacher anyway. When things make it so that he can no longer stay in Maryland, he decides to take a position in Southern Gulch, one with a stipulation to marry the former preacher's daughter. Even though Peter is prepared to do what's needed, he wonders if he'll be rejected due to his weaknesses. .. less

Returning home after two years of college, Pauline found Mr. Epperly, the richest, meanest man in the territory, had become a dangerous tyrant, leaving her neighbors homeless and penniless. Now he was threatening her family…. His son had loved Pauline since childhood. He promised her family safety if she married him. But he was a despicable man, just like his father. With her father seriously injured, and evil deeds continuing, Pauline considered his offer…only for their safety... moreReturning home after two years of college, Pauline found Mr. Epperly, the richest, meanest man in the territory, had become a dangerous tyrant, leaving her neighbors homeless and penniless. Now he was threatening her family…. His son had loved Pauline since childhood. He promised her family safety if she married him. But he was a despicable man, just like his father. With her father seriously injured, and evil deeds continuing, Pauline considered his offer…only for their safety. But her father stood firm against it. If Pauline was married, Phil would stop pursuing her…. She needed a husband. They needed help to run the stage station and fight against the Epperly’s…. They needed a Mail-Order Station Master. less

Molly-Belle Jackson had always embraced a carefree and joyful spirit. Visiting a friend’s ranch that fateful day, she’d had an overwhelming desire to enjoy herself. To emulate the playful antics of the boys she had observed numerous times, before societal expectations required her to conduct herself as a proper lady. Arizona Callahan had long held a silent admiration for Molly, yearning for the enchanting young woman from afar... moreMolly-Belle Jackson had always embraced a carefree and joyful spirit. Visiting a friend’s ranch that fateful day, she’d had an overwhelming desire to enjoy herself. To emulate the playful antics of the boys she had observed numerous times, before societal expectations required her to conduct herself as a proper lady. Arizona Callahan had long held a silent admiration for Molly, yearning for the enchanting young woman from afar. However, ever since that day, she had consistently refused to acknowledge his presence. A decade had elapsed, yet Molly remained far from achieving acceptance. Could Arizona mend her wounded spirit, guide her back into the light, and, in doing so, claim her as his own? less

Therapy on a plate is what you can expect Luthor to serve in the newly renovated, D & L Healing Diner and Bakery. Dora Givens has tragically lost her husband and three children and is about to lose her livelihood. Luthor Bakerton has survived a swindle and stops wandering the countryside when he reads an ad in a local newspaper for a “kitchen helper and only honorable men need apply... moreTherapy on a plate is what you can expect Luthor to serve in the newly renovated, D & L Healing Diner and Bakery. Dora Givens has tragically lost her husband and three children and is about to lose her livelihood. Luthor Bakerton has survived a swindle and stops wandering the countryside when he reads an ad in a local newspaper for a “kitchen helper and only honorable men need apply. ” Will the newly married business partners find their happily-ever-after working alongside each other in the kitchen? Join the new couple in small-town Oregon, where food is the key that awakens the community’s taste for hopeful living. If you enjoy historical, Western romance simmering in a pot of liberation that will leave a delicious aftertaste in your mouth, then come and visit Seaside’s new restaurant and bakery to get your plate of inspiration. They have the table set for you. Grab your copy today, or read on KU. 30 Mail-Order Husbands books from 17 of the best-selling authors in the industry! Even independent women need a helping hand now and then. More than muscles and rugged good looks, our brides need handy husbands, and only the Honorable, Healing, and Hopeful need apply. .. but is that truly what they'll get? less

Luella's world is crumbling. With her father gravely ill, the future of their family business, Key and Sons, hangs in the balance. But despite her passion and dedication, her father refuses to leave the company in her hands—for the sole reason that she is a woman. What Luella doesn't know is that her father's final decision involves a shocking twist, one that will force her into an impossible situation. Pressley Wright arrives in St... moreLuella's world is crumbling. With her father gravely ill, the future of their family business, Key and Sons, hangs in the balance. But despite her passion and dedication, her father refuses to leave the company in her hands—for the sole reason that she is a woman. What Luella doesn't know is that her father's final decision involves a shocking twist, one that will force her into an impossible situation. Pressley Wright arrives in St. Joseph, Missouri, expecting to secure a business deal that will finally put him on solid ground. But when the owner reveals his startling terms—marry his daughter or the deal is off—Luella refuses and Pressley’s plans fall apart. An unexpected accident leaves Luella unable to work, and Pressley finds himself stepping into the company he thought he had given up. As they navigate her father’s illness, Luella’s injury, and their uneasy partnership, sparks begin to fly. Forced into close quarters, they strike a bargain of their own. But in a world full of broken promises and uncertain futures, can they find a way to trust each other—and maybe even fall in love? less

New beginnings and second chances. .. is there such a thing? Josiah Adams seeks refuge in Deepwater, answering the request for a mail-order husband. He needs a mother for his young daughter, but plans to keep his heart closely guarded. It’s only for her sake he’s here, and this will be strictly a marriage of convenience. Love only leads to pain. Eager for a job, Ginny Waters offers to take on the role of caregiver when Josiah’s future bride is delayed... moreNew beginnings and second chances. .. is there such a thing? Josiah Adams seeks refuge in Deepwater, answering the request for a mail-order husband. He needs a mother for his young daughter, but plans to keep his heart closely guarded. It’s only for her sake he’s here, and this will be strictly a marriage of convenience. Love only leads to pain. Eager for a job, Ginny Waters offers to take on the role of caregiver when Josiah’s future bride is delayed. However, the job is more difficult than she imagined when she falls in love with him, and the bride’s arrival draws heartbreakingly near. When sudden news leaves Josiah's future hanging in the balance, he’s forced to confront the very thing he’s been hiding from. But is he willing to take the chance? Or has any hope at a future disappeared? This kisses only historical romance is a complete standalone. You don’t need to read any of the other books in the series to enjoy it. less

Anders was ready to settle down, and thoughts of a wife and family were more appealing every hour he spent on a dusty trail. He was confident he could find another job, knowing all about ranching and most about farming. But he would never find a wife while following behind a herd of cattle. It was time for a change. Justine had taken over her father’s ranch, trying to fulfill plans they had always dreamed of... moreAnders was ready to settle down, and thoughts of a wife and family were more appealing every hour he spent on a dusty trail. He was confident he could find another job, knowing all about ranching and most about farming. But he would never find a wife while following behind a herd of cattle. It was time for a change. Justine had taken over her father’s ranch, trying to fulfill plans they had always dreamed of. Her foreman didn’t want to take orders from a woman and didn’t take her seriously about anything. Men showed up on her doorstep proposing marriage, with true intentions of marrying her ranch. .. not her. No thank you. If she ever did marry, it would be for love, and the man wouldn’t know about her money beforehand. A sense of foreboding led her to find she was being sabotaged. Her foreman scoffed she was over-reacting. The situation went from foreboding to deadly dangerous. .. She needed a husband quickly; someone who knew every aspect of ranching that she could trust with her heart. She needed a Mail-Order Cowboy. less

30 Mail-Order Husbands books from 17 of the best-selling authors in the industry! Even independent women need a helping hand now and then. More than muscles and rugged good looks, our brides need handy husbands, and only the Honorable, Healing, and Hopeful need apply. .. but is that truly what they'll get? —-. No one in town believes Judith Avery belongs in a doctor’s coat—let alone running the practice her father left behind... more30 Mail-Order Husbands books from 17 of the best-selling authors in the industry! Even independent women need a helping hand now and then. More than muscles and rugged good looks, our brides need handy husbands, and only the Honorable, Healing, and Hopeful need apply. .. but is that truly what they'll get? —-. No one in town believes Judith Avery belongs in a doctor’s coat—let alone running the practice her father left behind. When she learns her mother sent for a mail-order husband without telling her, she’s ready to send the surly doctor packing. Judith wants respect, not romance, and she never expected to share her medical practice—or her heart—with a grumpy mail-order husband she didn’t ask for. But Emmet Reed’s steady presence and hidden tenderness may be just what she needs to win over the town… and discover love where she never dared hope for. less

A desperate woman. A reluctant hero. A marriage born of honor—and shadowed by danger. Newly widowed, and not by accident, Helena is desperate and afraid. The man who keeps trying to buy the mercantile and freighter business she ran with her husband won’t be satisfied until he gets them—and her. She’s refused until now but won’t be able to for much longer. There’s not a soul to help her, and she’s not even sure if the letter she sent with a plea for help will be answered... moreA desperate woman. A reluctant hero. A marriage born of honor—and shadowed by danger. Newly widowed, and not by accident, Helena is desperate and afraid. The man who keeps trying to buy the mercantile and freighter business she ran with her husband won’t be satisfied until he gets them—and her. She’s refused until now but won’t be able to for much longer. There’s not a soul to help her, and she’s not even sure if the letter she sent with a plea for help will be answered. How can she keep herself safe? Isaac has been feeling restless. He’s not sure his life’s purpose is to continue to be a ranch hand, but he likes his boss, is friends with him. So, when his boss and his wife ask him to do a favor—one that not only will give him a change of scenery, but potentially a dangerous adventure—he says yes, not fully realizing what he’s getting into. After accidentally putting Helena into a compromising position, there’s only one thing Isaac can do. Marry her. But when he does, it will paint a giant target on his back, and Helena will never forgive herself if something happens to him when the man after her pays a call. less

Raised on the land of the family’s vineyard, Pascal Gaspard never took to farming, unlike his older brothers. Encouraged by his grandmother, he focused on his passion for sketching and painting. Following his graduation from Académe Julian, he visited an aunt and uncle in America, further developing his skill. The past two years, he’s traveled across the country, painting portraits to pay his way and replicating landscapes to feed his soul... moreRaised on the land of the family’s vineyard, Pascal Gaspard never took to farming, unlike his older brothers. Encouraged by his grandmother, he focused on his passion for sketching and painting. Following his graduation from Académe Julian, he visited an aunt and uncle in America, further developing his skill. The past two years, he’s traveled across the country, painting portraits to pay his way and replicating landscapes to feed his soul. Until he is commissioned to paint a portrait of a young woman who is so mercurial, his talent is tested. Rhosyn Caddock will soon turn twenty-five, and her aunt demands Rhosyn take a more active part in the ranch’s management. Aunt Gwyneth believes the sheep ranch is Rosyn’s legacy, but Rhosyn views it as her prison. For now, neither brother shows an interest in returning home to take on the ranch’s management. She longs to travel away from the Caddock land and see what the world has to offer, so she submits an ad to a matrimonial newspaper. A man arrives who she believes has responded to her ad. When she sees him setting up painting supplies, she realizes something else is going on. Monsieur Gaspard is actually there to paint her portrait. His accent identifies him as from a foreign country, and his roster of previous clients labels him as a traveler. Rhosyn is smitten, but how can she get him to see her as more than a subject? less

When desperation collides with adventure, two unlikely hearts are set on a path they never expected in this sweet historical romance novella. Novelist Neil Logan needs inspiration for his next book, and a woman's heartfelt newspaper ad for a husband offers the perfect story. Setting off to meet her, he has no intention of actually marrying. Celia Turner, determined to escape her controlling mother, takes a bold step and places an ad, dreaming of a fresh start with a dependable husband... moreWhen desperation collides with adventure, two unlikely hearts are set on a path they never expected in this sweet historical romance novella. Novelist Neil Logan needs inspiration for his next book, and a woman's heartfelt newspaper ad for a husband offers the perfect story. Setting off to meet her, he has no intention of actually marrying. Celia Turner, determined to escape her controlling mother, takes a bold step and places an ad, dreaming of a fresh start with a dependable husband. But when Neil arrives, it’s clear he’s not the man she hoped for—and certainly not the man she needs. Can Celia and Neil navigate their unexpected clash of intentions to find something neither of them saw coming? less

Living on a Montana cattle ranch is not the adventure Fenella Douglas Macauley imagined it would be. First, Tavish, the man who swept her off her feet in a whirlwind romance, died in a stampede before their six month anniversary. Now the headaches that started shortly after her arrival have become worse. Stuck living with a disapproving Teva, Tavish’s twin, who oversees the ranch operations, Fenella sinks into melancholy... moreLiving on a Montana cattle ranch is not the adventure Fenella Douglas Macauley imagined it would be. First, Tavish, the man who swept her off her feet in a whirlwind romance, died in a stampede before their six month anniversary. Now the headaches that started shortly after her arrival have become worse. Stuck living with a disapproving Teva, Tavish’s twin, who oversees the ranch operations, Fenella sinks into melancholy. After being laid flat for days in a row, she puts an ad in a matrimonial newspaper seeking a mail-order husband with the skills to heal her. Barth Atherton needs to make a change…and fast. His boss at the apothecary shop made a mistake that almost caused a death, and he’s blaming it on Barth. An ad in a matrimonial newspaper catches his eye and he answers it. As he leaves town, he submits a sworn affidavit to the sheriff about the circumstance. When he arrives at the Macauley Ranch, he falls into a mystery. His new wife is ill, and he has to figure out the cause before the beautiful lady who captured his heart wastes away. Are his skills strong enough? less

Rowena Healy’s happiness over being reunited with her husband in the gold mining town of Columbia, California, is short-lived after he is caught in the crossfire of a Saturday night shoot-out and killed. She must find a way to support herself and her nine-year-old son, Tobias. The only items of value she now owns are her late husband’s barber shop and its contents. As part of her plan to save the barber business for her son to someday inherit, she advertises for a husband of convenience... moreRowena Healy’s happiness over being reunited with her husband in the gold mining town of Columbia, California, is short-lived after he is caught in the crossfire of a Saturday night shoot-out and killed. She must find a way to support herself and her nine-year-old son, Tobias. The only items of value she now owns are her late husband’s barber shop and its contents. As part of her plan to save the barber business for her son to someday inherit, she advertises for a husband of convenience. The catch? He must have experience as a barber and be willing to teach her son the trade. Disillusioned now that most of the streams have been stripped of their easily panned placer gold, Baird Tucker knows he must either hire on as a wage-earning miner or find another occupation. Back east, he had worked as a barber. However, he sold the tools of his trade to finance his journey to California’s gold fields. A newspaper advertisement offers a position for a trained barber—including a shop, supplies, and equipment—in exchange for a marriage of convenience. He is not interested in marriage—he can barely support himself. Recognizing it might be a fool’s errand, the temptation to earn his gold by cutting hair and styling facial hair again is too strong to resist. What does he have to lose by looking into the matter? less