Carolyn Miller, Australian Inspirational Regency and contemporary romance author of The Elusive Miss Ellison, The Original Six series, and more BOOKS Prefer Contemporary Romance? Click Here Click on a book cover for information, behind-the-scenes details, and more! Click to access downloadable book list Regency Wallflowers DUSK'S DARKEST SHORES Can a meek wallflower help a returning war hero whose dreams are plunged into darkness? Buy Now MIDNIGHT'S BUDDING MORROW Can real love grow between a wallflower and an unrepentant rogue? BUY Now DAWN'S UNTRODDEN GREEN Can a wallflower find contentment when England's hero insists on making himself so very agreeable? BUY Now Regency Brides: A Legacy of Grace THE ELUSIVE MISS ELLISON Pride, presumption & forgiveness THE CAPTIVATING LADY CHARLOTTE Romance, romanticism & true love THE DISHONORABLE MISS DELANCEY Loss, longing, and new love Buy Now Buy Now Buy Now The Audiobooks of The Elusive Miss Ellison, The Captivating Lady Charlotte and The Dishonorable Miss DeLancey are all available from Tantor media. Read by British actress Anna Parker-Naples, these stories come alive in a fresh way. Click here to listen to a sample and to purchase. Regency Brides: The Promise of Hope WINNING MISS WINTHROP Can two hearts learn to overcome misunderstandings from the past? Buy Now MISS SERENA'S SECRET Can she ever learn to trust the biggest flirt in England ? Buy Now THE MAKING OF MRS HALE Will a runaway marriage ever be redeemed ? Buy Now Anchor 1 Regency Brides: The Daughters of Aynsley A HERO FOR MISS HATHERLEIGH Propriety or protection - that is the question... Buy Now UNDERESTIMATING MISS CECILIA Will shy, sweet Cecilia's neighbour ever notice her? Buy Now MISLEADING MISS VERITY Has the hoyden with a heart of gold finally met her match? Buy Now Historical Novella Collections JOY TO THE WORLD Three authors share stories based on lines from the beloved Christmas carol. Includes Carolyn Miller's 'Heaven and Nature Sing' Buy Now ACROSS THE SHORES Four women discover love can be near or come from across the shores in these four historical stories linked by a shared gold pendant. Includes Carolyn Miller's novella 'More Than Gold' Buy Now COURTING THE COUNTRY PREACHER Every preacher needs a wife, right? Four novellas including Carolyn Miller's 'Convincing the Circuit Preacher' Buy Now Contemporary The Original Six Christian Hockey Romance Series THE BREAKUP PROJECT New year. New resolution. New Romance? Buy Now LOVE ON ICE She wants gold, he wants her. Can a fake relationship become real? Buy Now CHECKED IMPRESSIONS Sparks fly when a jock meets a classy art-lover with a secret Buy Now HEARTS AND GOALS A goalie with a big heart, a single mom scared to trust Buy Now BIG APPLE ATONEMENT She's the saint with a secret, he's the sinner with a heart of gold Buy Now MUSKOKA BLUE An ice princess with a broken heart, a hockey pro with a secret Buy Now Muskoka Romance series MUSKOKA SHORES Can he show the broken-hearted wedding planner that it's what's inside that counts? Now Available MUSKOKA SPOTLIGHT He's in hiding. She hates fakes. Can these opposites find real love? Now Available MUSKOKA CHRISTMAS Can he convince the workaholic that Christmas is a season for miracles? Now Available MUSKOKA HOLIDAY MORSELS A collections of bite-sized Christmas romance stories Now Available MUSKOKA PROMISE She just wants love. He's scared to risk his heart. Will they trust God for the future? Now Available MUSKOKA HEARTS Can he persuade her to give him a chance when she only wants to care for her baby boy ? Now Available MUSKOKA MIRACLE Sarah and Dan might be living the dream, except for one thing... Now Available Northwest Ice Christian Hockey Romance series FIRE & ICE Can he show her it's what's inside that counts? Buy Now THE LOVE PENALTY Sometimes there's a price to pay for forbidden love... Buy Now POINTE, SHOOTS, & SCORES Opposites may attract - but can they dance? Buy Now FAKING THE SHOT What happens when a fake relationship gets real... Buy Now PLAYS BY THE BOOK A book about how loving books can lead to love... Buy Now SECOND SHOT AT LOVE Will secrets spoil their second shot at love? Preorder now Trinity Lakes Romance LOVE SOMEBODY LIKE YOU Can he save his ranch before she returns to Australia? Now Available TANGLED UP IN LOVE What happens when simply being friends isn't so simple anymore... Now Available ONLY YOU CAN LOVE ME Can two friends look past mistakes & find their Dream Match? Now Available Three Creek Ranch Romance A CAMEO FOR A COWGIRL A down-to-earth ranch manager meets an entitled Hollywood heartthrob Now Available A VALENTINE FOR A VET A hardworking vet, a handsome hockey player & a dog that saves two hearts Now Available A SECOND CHANCE FOR THE DANCER What happens when the ballet dancer meets the man from the past she's always regretted? Now Available Greener Gardens Romance collection RESTORING FAIRHAVEN Can happily-ever-afters be found in real life and fiction? Now available REGAINING MERCY Can a girl from the 'wrong side of the island' ever rebuild her reputation? Now available RECLAIMING HOPE Opposites attract - but can they last? Now available REBUILDING HEARTS A chatty bookworm meets a shy-guy horticulturalist who just might be the hero of her dreams Now available REFINING JOSIE What will it take for the prodigal daughter to return home & share her heart? Now available The Silver Teapot Series NOT EXACTLY MR DARCY Pride, Pemberley, and second chances. Now Available NOT PRECISELY MR KNIGHTLEY EJ thinks she knows romance - except when it comes to her own heart. Now Available NOT SO VERY SENSIBLE Two sisters meet two very different men, and discover the road to love is never smooth Coming October 1 THE LOST DAUGHTER'S IRISHMAN Sparks fly as opposites attract in an English seaside village Buy Now AN IRISH KISS An Irish castle turned boutique hotel sees two opposites attract and more... Now available AN IRISH HOPE Is Aisling's big heart and big personality too much for a shy guy nursing a broken heart? Preorder Sept 3 DARING MR DARCY A romcom retelling of Pride and Prejudice Buy Now

Jane Austen inspired Christian romance Christian romance inspired by Jane Austen Jane Austen in my Fiction Hi! My name is Carolyn Miller and I’m an Aussie author of Christian historical and contemporary romance. I love travel, music, books, food, art, all of which somehow makes it into my fiction! You can learn more about me and all my books here on my site and on Facebook , Pinterest and Instagram . I'm a huge fan of Jane Austen, and I've got numbers of books that pay homage in various ways. My newest release is a contemporary romance that gives an Aussie twist to Jane Austen's Emma—NOT PRECISELY MR KNIGHTLEY. Here’s what it’s about: Can the Matchmaker Find True Love? Emma-Jane (EJ) Bennett and Jordan Knight are longtime best friends who codesigned the immensely successful dating app, Dream Match. Success starts to go to EJ’s head when she gets caught up in the famous and money-hungry social circles and starts dating the son of a TV mogul. But Jordan’s feelings have grown from friendship to more. He determines to protect her by exposing Eric Churchill for the two-timer he is, finally agreeing to attend a function with her at the Sydney Opera House. But his best intentions go awry when EJ is embarrassed and runs for the security of home, small-town roots, and The Silver Teapot Café, feeling like Jane Austen’s chastised Emma—only without her Mr. Knightley... So if you enjoy Pride and Prejudice, this book (& the rest of The Silver Teapot series) might just be your cup of tea... You can buy Not Precisely Mr Knightley at Amazon , Barnes & Noble , ChristianBook , online or at your local bookstore! Welcome to The Silver Teapot series, and meet the Bennett sisters and their parents who run a teashop in a small Australian town (based on my home town!). Each sister has her own Austen-inspired story, including history teacher Olivia who meets a mysterious gardener at an English estate once used as Pemberley in Not Exactly Mr Darcy (inspired by Pride and Prejudice ), Sydney-based matchmaker app designer EJ who stars in Not Precisely Mr Knightley (Emma ), and Ellie & Katie who visit the Blue Mountains and meet two very dashing men in Not So Very Sensible (Sense & Sensibility ), out later this year. And aged care nurse Annabelle in Not Fully Persuaded (Persuasion ) out next year.Fans love the Austen references - I hope you do too! NOW AVAILABLE What happens when history teacher Liv visits her grandmother and discovers a run down English manor once used as Pemberley... BUY NOW NOW AVAILABLE EJ Bennett might be smart, successful and a matchmaker extraordinaire, but even she needs some help to find true love... BUY NOW OCTOBER 2026 Two sisters travel to the Blue Mountains and meet two men then discover that the path to real love doesn't always follow one's hope & dreams PREORDER NOW Jane Austen in my Fiction I love a good romance, especially those penned by Jane Austen 200 years ago, with their stories of family, friendships, and love. And with over 4000 titles on Amazon referencing Mr Darcy in their titles, it seems that plenty of others agree. For my first historical, The Elusive Miss Ellison , I wanted to lean into the Pride and Prejudice vibes, so I created a small English village with Mr Darcy and Elizabeth Bennett-like characters, with wit and banter. Jane Austen's Persuasion was my inspiration for another historical, Winning Miss Winthrop - they even go to Bath, and experience a masquerade ball. Austen fans love these books! I've also written lots of contemporary romances, such as a romcom Daring Mr Darcy , which sets the plot of Pride and Prejudice in small-town USA. And for my new Silver Teapot series, I've created the Bennett sisters and their parents who run a teashop in a small Australian town - which is based on my home town! Each sister has her own Austen-inspired story, such as Olivia in Not Exactly Mr Darcy (inspired by Pride and Prejudice) , matchmaker app designer EJ who stars in Not Precisely Mr Knightley (Emma), and Ellie & Katie who feature in Not So Very Sensible ( Sense & Sensibility ), out later this year. I'm loving that fans love the Austen references - I hope you do too! But wait! Before you go: I have a number of Austen-inspired books including Daring Mr Darcy and The Breakup Project (which features an Austen-obsessed heroine). Stay up to date with all my bookish news and sign up to receive my newsletter HERE ALL subscribers who email me requesting these goodies will receive access to an exclusive page which includes a downloadable bookmark, colouring page and more! The Silver Teapot Series The Silver Teapot series is a playful contemporary spin on Austen’s classic novels, incorporating relatable characters, humor, heartfelt romance, and fresh Australian and international settings. Jane Austen fans will love these warm and funny contemporary variations of Austen’s beloved stories, about a family of sisters and their Austen-obsessed mother who runs The Silver Teapot café in a small Australian country town. NOT EXACTLY MR DARCY Pride, Pemberley, and Second Chances W hen history-loving Olivia Bennett’s teaching contract isn’t renewed, she is considered her family’s logical choice to care for her ailing grandmother in a tiny English village. While there, she soon finds additional work at nearby Hartbury Hall—one of England’s great houses once used as Pemberley in a filmed production of Pride and Prejudice. The head gardener there, however, proves to be anything but the gentlemanly hero of that famous book. Little does she know that behind Liam Browne’s brusque exterior is both a family tragedy and a legacy that demands truth and honor, creating a crisis that only Liv’s vivacious determination can resolve. Along the way, she may just learn that appearances count for naught. . .and that love can be found in unexpected ways. Buy now! NOT PRECISELY MR KNIGHTLEY What's a man to do when he's in love with his matchmaker best friend? For as long as she can remember, Emma-Jane (EJ) Bennett has been best friends with Jordan Knightley. From their small-town roots of Wattle Vale they now run a tech company in the big smoke of Sydney, Australia. When interest skyrockets in Dream Match, EJ’s dating app, she decides it’s time to strike out on her own. But learning to negotiate the wheeler dealers of finance and spotting who’s honest and who’s a fake is a lot harder without her best friend, and a lot lonelier without his support and sarcastic asides. When a big-name client proves to have outfaked them all EJ is left looking like a fool and runs back to Wattle Vale and the sanctuary of her parents’ Silver Teapot café. But Jordan hasn’t finished with her yet... Buy now! NOT SO VERY SENSIBLE Elinor and Katie Bennett are as opposite as sisters can be: Elinor loves structure, planning and design, while Katie’s head is in the clouds as she chases fanciful, romantic dreams. A trip to the Blue Mountains sees them stay at an Art Deco hotel for a murder mystery weekend where they end up meeting two men who just might hold the keys to their hearts – taking the sensible Elinor Bennett by surprise, while crushing the romantic Katie’s hopes, and proving that the path of love doesn’t always work out the way one plans or dreams. Coming October Preorder now! Stay tuned for Book 4, Not Fully Persuaded, coming in 2027 Click here to see more photographs and behind-the-scenes inspiration for the Jane Austen-inspired The Silver Teapot series Love your Austen? Click on the covers and check out these books too! Regency romance inspired by Pride and Prejudice Features a Jane Austen-loving heroine in Toronto Regency romance inspired by Persuasion Features a Jane Austen-loving heroine in Muskoka, Canada Rom com inspired by Pride and Prejudice Features a Jane Austen-loving heroine in St Paul, Minnesota

Three Creek Ranch Christian romance series set in Canada THREE CREEK RANCH ROMANCE SERIES Welcome to Three Creek Ranch, home of the James family for over a hundred years. Positioned only thirty minutes outside of Calgary, Alberta, and nestled next to the Canadian Rockies, this ranch even boasts its own Western Town Movie Set! In this series of standalone Christian romances, meet the three younger sisters of hockey hunk Franklin James, as they balance family, friendships, work commitments and faith, on their journey to finding romance and real love. The first book in the series is A Cameo for a Cowgirl , and sees Cassie James (whom we first met as Franklin's younger sister in the Northwest Ice book Fire and Ice ) butt heads with arrogant movie star Harrison Woods, in a blend of rom-com and cowgirl ranch fun. In book 2, A Valentine for a Vet , veterinarian Jessie James discovers that Tom Chavez, Franklin's persistent teammate, is interested in more than just her skills with his dog, in a friends-to-more story packed with heart and humor. Book 3, A Dream Date for a Dancer, sees youngest sister Poppy James, a dance teacher, find her way to love. So if you're a fan of relatable characters, sibling dynamics, ranch settings and romance, please come visit the gals at Three Creek Ranch. Now Available Welcome to Three Creek Ranch, home of the James family for over a hundred years, complete with its own Western movie set. Franklin James might be a famous pro hockey player, but just because he's Cassie's older brother doesn't mean she wants to step into the limelight. She's too busy helping her dad run the ranch and managing the ranch's movie set, and negotiating with the giant egos of movie stars like Harrison Woods, who's supposed to be filming the new TV series of As The Heart Draws . And while his TV hero characters might be hugely popular, Harrison's real character seems anything but noble. Cassie is convinced he's hiding something, and that this diva's nice guy moments are just an act. Can she remind him what being a true hero is all about? Pinterest: A Cameo for a Cowgirl He knows this hardworking vet loves his dog, but can she find room in her heart for him, too? Veterinarian Jessie James loves her dog, loves her work, loves her family. She's got a lot on her plate, which means there's no time for a certain dishy teammate of her pro hockey-player brother, despite what others may think. Tom Chavez knows he's in the friend zone, but isn't one to give up too easily, especially when he's concerned that this vet might be working herself into an early grave. So when tragedy strikes the vet practice, he's going to do all he can to show her he's more than just a shoulder to cry on, and that he cares about more than her skills with his dog. This friends-to-more story is packed with heart and humor, and perfect for fans of Mandi Blake and Jessie Gussman. Now Available Now Available Can she ever forgive the man she's long loved to loathe? Poppy James is on the brink of attaining national fame, just like her friend and fellow dancer Bailey Donovan, when a blast from the past leads to a devastating injury. Now, instead of applause and acclaim, she’s tucked away in the confines of Three Creek Ranch, struggling to come to terms with a very different future. Who is she when she can no longer do what always gave her purpose? Jake Guillemette is used to being overshadowed by his NHL-playing younger brother. He’s made peace with that—mostly—after an encounter several years ago showed him that he really shouldn’t try to act like someone he’s not, as that only leads to heartache and regrets. When a job opportunity leads him to start afresh somewhere new, he never thought he’d run into the person who made him second-guess everything, but who ultimately led him to become a better man. Horrified, Poppy is desperate to keep their past a secret, and it takes some time to learn to trust this different version of the man she’s long loved to loathe. Can Jake win her trust and prove he’s changed? And will Poppy learn to trust God with all her future? A second chance, opposites attract Christian romance set on a Canadian ranch in the foothills of the Rockies. See the real ranch inspiration Watch a video of the real ranch Click through to see travel pics that just may make it into some of the scenes of the the series... Read Franklin's story! Buy Now "A delightful, laugh out loud romance!" ~ Susan May Warren, USA Today bestselling author Hannah Wade's heart might've once been touched by a rancher's son, but her real passion has always been sports. Years later, when her sports career is cut short by injury, she jumps at the chance to be one of Calgary's first female sports reporters. Trouble is, some of the old dinosaurs she works with think she's only there to look good, add ratings, and stir controversy among the fiercely loyal hockey fans. She longs to prove herself, so when an opportunity comes along to interview newly traded defenseman Franklin James, she meets him. Or, more accurately, re-meets him. With disastrous effect. Growing up with three sisters means Franklin thought he knew something about women, but nothing had ever prepared him for the sparkling firecracker that is Hannah. And yet her vibrant personality holds a sweetness and soft side, something that draws his interest and protectiveness when an interview goes south. And there's something about her that's vaguely familiar... Can these two overcome prejudice and find a way forward? And what has faith - or the lack of - got to do with anything? Fire and Ice is a second-chance, forbidden romance and the first book in the new Northwest Ice hockey romance series, a sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh, and Susan May Warren.

A Christian contemporary small town romance series based on the beautiful Muskoka region of Canada MUSKOKA ROMANCE SERIES A sweet & swoony Christian contemporary romance series, set in the beautiful Muskoka region of Canada As a redhead and an Anne of Green Gables fan I was thrilled to visit Prince Edward Island and then drive across Canada to Muskoka, a picturesque, lake-filled stretch of country two hours north of Toronto, which is where LM Montgomery set her book The Blue Castle . (Muskoka IS Mistawis!) Visiting this beautiful part of the world became inspiration for a story about another hockey player (because: Canada, hello!), which became Muskoka Blue . Because I loved this Muskoka region so much, I decided to write several other books set in this region, using the same small town and community church we see in Muskoka Blue. So welcome to Muskoka Shores, a beautiful close knit community on the shores of Lake Muskoka, Canada. Come and meet your new best friends as they negotiate romance, faith and life in small town North America. Click on the book covers to find out more, and check out the photo gallery below for some of the behind-the-scenes inspiration from my trip to North America that inspired scenes in various books (and the Spotify playlists and Pinterest boards as well). Happy reading! For Sarah Maguire, spending the summer at Lake Muskoka was supposed to be about finding the courage to put back the pieces of her shattered life—not falling in love with the charming yet unsophisticated hockey player from next door. Daniel Walton may have been praying for Miss Right to appear, but Sarah’s ice princess act just cries Miss Wrong. Dan’s summer plans hadn’t included befriending a redhead with a sassy tongue and cute accent, but as Muskoka works its magic he soon discovers that underneath the frost and prickles is the funny, feisty, loving woman he’s waited all his life to meet. Will past regrets lead to further heartbreak? Or can Sarah and Dan learn to leave the past in the past and embrace God’s promises for the future? Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Serena Williamson loves working at Muskoka Shores, the fancy resort on Lake Muskoka, and making couples dreams come true. But after returning from a celebrity wedding to find her own hopes crumbling to dust, she sets out for self-improvement, and to prove her ex was wrong. But when a misunderstanding concerning the new assistant church minister leads to more self-doubt, can she ever really trust a man again? Joel Wakefield is looking forward to a fresh start for himself and his sister in this beautiful small town beside Lake Muskoka. He hadn't counted on meeting a curvy cutie with a gift for hospitality and a gracious heart. Can he show her that it's what is inside that truly counts? Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Also in Audiobook! Staci Everton is a multi-published author of historical romances, whose Christmas Eve deadline for a new book sees her leave her Chicago home to go write while staying with her grandmother in the beautiful small town of Muskoka Shores, Canada. Staci is determined to finish her manuscript, despite the small town's Christmas charm - and Muskoka Shores most eligible bachelor. Dr. James Wells is on enforced leave from working in Africa, after nearly burning out. He's here to spend time with family, not spend time with a workaholic whose focus on fiction is very different from the harsh realities he's faced. But Christmas is a time of second chances, family and faith. Maybe they'll find magic under the mistletoe, and a future after all. Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Also in Audiobook! Toni Wakefield may be a talented artist, but past choices means this single mother never feels the equal of those around her—especially her brother’s best friend, investment funds manager Matt Vandenberg. Matt long ago fell in love with his best friend’s younger sister, and try as he might, he just can’t fall out of it. And between his crazy working hours and the fact she's now settled two hours away in beautiful Muskoka it seems they never have any time together. How can he persuade her to consider to give him a chance, when she’s sworn the only man she can care about is her baby boy? Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Jackie O’Halloran never expected her actions at a friend’s wedding in Muskoka to go viral on social media. Even less did she expect to gain the notice of a famous actor, Lincoln Cash, and all the temptation his handsome presence provides. But she’s a good Christian girl, so a man like him has to be out of the picture. Or so she thinks. Linc’s visit to see his ailing grandfather was supposed to be a quick visit to Muskoka. He hadn’t counted on meeting a forthright young lady whose courage made headlines around the world. But as he gets to know her he’s tempted to stay, which just might prove dangerous for his agent’s peace of mind, and for Linc’s own heart. Can these two opposites push past mere attraction to find real love? And what does faith have to do with it at all? Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Muskoka Holiday Morsels is a collection of short romance stories with holiday and Christmas themes, perfect for a cozy read. Meet some new friends and catch up with some Muskoka favorites, and discover romance in the holiday season in this bite-sized collection of stories filled with hope, heart, humor, and all the feels. Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers All Anna Morely has wanted since she was a child is to feel loved. All Tom Woodmore has wanted is to uphold the law without fear or favor. When a traffic incident brings these two opposites together, sparks fly. But Anna's wealthy family has certain social expectations that a humble police officer doesn't exactly meet. And after the death of his fiancée, Tom has his own challenges in learning to risk his heart again. And then there is the matter of whether Anna will ever reconcile with her too-persistent friends... Join Anna and Tom as they discover the path to real love holds unexpected joys and trials, and that God's promises can always be relied on - including in beautiful Muskoka. Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Sarah Walton might now be living out her dreams with her gorgeous husband and writing and recording music and touring with a globally famous Christian music group, but time spent in Muskoka is a slice of paradise, the perfect escape from that crazy busy world. She has so much to be thankful for... except there's just one thing. Dan Walton knows he is blessed, but can't stop a niggling desire for something to change. Is it wrong to want more? Or should he just let go of his secret wish--one he can't share with his wife? When tragedy strikes, the lessons learned in Muskoka several years ago are put to the test again, as the struggle to trust God proves only too real. The strain on their relationship, already tested by busyness and health challenges, reveals the depth of their love for God and each other as they're forced to face the fire once more. But God can do miracles anywhere, and there's always been something special about Muskoka... Now Available Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Click on the pictures to see travel inspiration for the Muskoka romance series Muskoka Blue playlist on Spotify Note Muskoka Blue Pinterest board

Christian contemporary hockey romance series based on the northwestern teams and cities of the NHL NORTHWEST ICE ROMANCE SERIES Romance and sports mingle in this new contemporary romance series set in the cities of the the northwest teams of the National Hockey League. Visit Calgary, Winnipeg, Vancouver, Edmonton, Seattle, San Jose and St Paul. Meet the men who play with grit and strength as they find romance in this sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series that continues the legacy of the Original Six. Anchor 1 BUY NOW FIRE AND ICE - now available Hannah Wade's heart might've once been touched by a rancher's son, but her real passion has always been sports. Years later, when her sports career is cut short by injury and an opportunity arises to be one of Calgary's first female sports analysts, she jumps at the chance. Trouble is, some of the old dinosaurs she works with think she's only there to look good, add ratings, and stir controversy among the fiercely loyal hockey fans. She longs for the chance to prove herself, so when an opportunity comes along to interview newly traded defenseman Franklin James, she meets him. Or, more accurately, re-meets him. With disastrous effect. Growing up with three sisters means Franklin thought he knew something about women, but nothing had ever prepared him for the sparkling firecracker that is Hannah. And yet her vibrant personality holds a sweetness and soft side, something that draws his interest and protectiveness when an interview goes south. And there's something about her that's vaguely familiar... Can these two overcome prejudice and find a way forward? And what has faith - or the lack of - got to do with anything? Fire and Ice is the first book in the new Northwest Ice hockey romance series, a sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh, and Susan May Warren. BUY NOW THE LOVE PENALTY - now available Sometimes there's a hefty price to pay when two opposites attract... With her fondness for tattoos and spider jewelry Sylvie Jenkins is used to being pre-judged and misunderstood. She has friends and connections but she still feels alone, and works several jobs while daydreaming about finding a guy who sees further than skin deep and won’t shy away from her battered heart. So when a hot pro hockey player with a smile as vast as his skills takes a shine to her what’s a poor girl to do but fall in love? Ryan Guillemette sure wasn’t looking for romance in a bookstore in his hometown but quickly becomes intrigued by the sassy Goth-like assistant with a snarky way with words. When an accidental kiss proves dangerously addictive she soon becomes embedded in his heart. But even as the romance heats up he’s torn, as she’s not following God. Can these two opposites make a match or should he call a permanent time out? These two are about to learn that those who play with fire get burned, and there’s a hefty price to pay for forbidden attraction. The Love Penalty is the second book in the Northwest Ice hockey romance series, a sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh, and Susan May Warren. BUY NOW POINTE, SHOOTS, AND SCORES - now available Opposites can attract, but can they dance? For as long as she can remember Bailey Donovan has loved dance, especially ballet. When her dance studio faces the risk of closure, she takes a God-given miracle of a gig training a complete non-dancer for a TV show. Only problem is, he’s a real grump to her sunshine, and for an athlete, seems to be lacking all the moves. Or does he? Luc Blanchard has sworn off wine, women, and definitely dancing as it sure doesn’t fit his macho image. He loves hockey, God, and his family, with no time for more, until an unexpected promotion sees him forced to swallow his pride for the sake of his team. Sparks soon fly as these two opposites spend time together, and TV ratings push for to see their onscreen partnership make a fake relationship real. As they discover a certain magic under the spotlight, will issues from the past ever let them truly soar? Pointe, Shoots, and Scores is the third book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series, can be read as a standalone, and is perfect for fans of banter-laden romance with hope, heart and humor. Buy Now FAKING THE SHOT - now available Lights, camera... action? What happens when one person wants to make their fake dating real? Ainsley Beckett might be television's sweetheart, star of a dozen romantic movies and known the world over for her sweet-as-pie schoolmarm on hit historical TV show As The Heart Draws . But while she's always found love on-screen, her private life is less of a happily-ever-after. A string of one-date only and showmances has convinced her that finding true love is impossible, as no ordinary guy dares look at her, and the celebrity world is full of fakes. And then there are those fans who love her a bit too much... Zac Parotti is used to fame and its flip side, like women throwing themselves at him, but he's finding his feet as a new Christian, and wants to do things God's way now. Yet even this power forward is intimidated by the combined forces of his mom and grandma, who have decided it's time for him to settle down -- preferably with someone like their favorite character from their favorite show.When a chance encounter at a Vancouver party brings these two together they decide a fake relationship might prove the best way to stop the media speculation and fan--and family--pressure. Until fake feelings turn into something deeper. For one of them, at least... Faking the Shot is a fake-dating Christian romance and the fourth book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series. It can be read as a standalone, and is perfect for fans of banter-laden romance with hope, heart and humor. Now Available PLAYS BY THE BOOK - now available When a secure and single librarian gives romance tips from fiction, nothing can go wrong, right? Britta Johnson knows she’s ordinary, and she’s totally okay with that. She’s secure in God, in her purposes on the planet, and romance is something she finds between the pages of a book. She doesn’t need that in real life. So when a hockey player asks for advice on how to woo his long-distance girlfriend, she knows her heart is safe. Until it’s not. Mitchell Reilly might be feared on the ice-rink, but even he’s intimidated by this little ninja librarian who can whip teenagers into line with a single look. She knows her books too, and seems the perfect candidate to help him find some romantic fictional heroes he can impress his girlfriend with. Until she’s not. As emotions start to blur and fiction gets a little real they realize that what’s started with the best of intentions has changed what they always thought they wanted. And might just be what God wants for them after all. Plays by the Book is the fifth book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series, perfect for fans of books with hope, heart and humour. Coming July 2026 Preorder Now SECOND SHOT AT LOVE - coming July 2026 Will secrets spoil their second shot at love? Ten years ago Genevieve Rivas made a mistake that changed her entire family. Since that, she’s done all she can to make up for it and make them proud, and is now working as a junior doctor in one of Seattle’s leading hospitals. Everything is finally tracking as it should be, until one day a blast from the past re-enters her life. Ten years ago Kyle Tinkler thought he had it all. Until a night of celebration went too far and he lost the person he held most dear as he chased his NHL dream. Now he might be Seattle’s top player, but his hard shot and skills on the ice aren’t enough to dodge the guilt now he’s returned to his old stomping ground. When injury reunites these two, regrets soar and secrets become increasingly hard to hide, threatening to fracture two families. And while God is a healer and redeemer of broken pasts, can they learn the power of forgiveness to find a way forward? A second chance Christian romance. Pinterest Fire and Ice See more of the inspiration for Fire and Ice on Pinterest here Note Listen to the Northwest Ice playlist on Spotify here Check out some of the inspiration for the Northwest Ice Romance series from my travels to North America below \/ Want more hockey? Learn more about the Original Six series here The Original Six series: a sweet & swoony, slightly sporty Christian contemporary romance series set in the Original Six hockey team's cities, with plenty of heart & humor, perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh, Kara Isaac & Susan May Warren. Stay up to date with the next books in the series by signing up for my newsletter

Not Exactly Mr Darcy, book 1 of The Silver Teapot Series romance series THE SILVER TEAPOT SERIES The Silver Teapot series is a playful contemporary spin on Austen’s classic novels, incorporating relatable characters, humor, heartfelt romance, and fresh Australian and international settings. Jane Austen fans will love these warm and funny contemporary variations of Austen’s beloved stories, about a family of sisters and their Austen-obsessed mother who runs The Silver Teapot café in a small Australian country town. Now Available Follow the Not Exactly Mr Darcy Pinterest board NOT EXACTLY MR DARCY Pride, Pemberley, and Second Chances When history-loving Olivia Bennett's teaching contract isn't renewed, she is considered her family's logical choice to care for her ailing grandmother in a tiny English village. While there, she soon finds additional work at nearby Hartbury Hall--one of England's great houses once used as Pemberley in a filmed production of Pride and Prejudice. The head gardener there, however, proves to be anything but the gentlemanly hero of that famous book. Little does she know that behind Liam Browne's brusque exterior is both a family tragedy and a legacy that demands truth and honor, creating a crisis that only Liv's vivacious determination can resolve. Along the way, she may just learn that appearances count for naught. . .and that love can be found in unexpected ways. Buy Amazon Buy Baker Book House Buy other stores Buy Koorong Add to your Goodreads Want-to-Read shelf NOT PRECISELY MR KNIGHTLEY What's a man to do when he's in love with his matchmaker best friend? For as long as she can remember, Emma-Jane (EJ) Bennett has been best friends with Jordan Knightley. From their small-town roots of Wattle Vale they now run a tech company in the big smoke of Sydney, Australia. When interest skyrockets in Dream Match, EJ’s dating app, she decides it’s time to strike out on her own. But learning to negotiate the wheeler dealers of finance and spotting who’s honest and who’s a fake is a lot harder without her best friend, and a lot lonelier without his support and sarcastic asides. When a big-name client proves to have outfaked them all EJ is left looking like a fool and runs back to Wattle Vale and the sanctuary of her parents’ Silver Teapot café. But Jordan hasn’t finished with her yet... Now Available Buy Amazon Buy other retailers Coming October 2026 NOT SO VERY SENSIBLE Elinor and Katie Bennett are as opposite as sisters can be: Elinor loves structure, planning and design, while Katie’s head is in the clouds as she chases fanciful, romantic dreams. A trip to the Blue Mountains sees them stay at an Art Deco hotel for a murder mystery weekend where they end up meeting two men who just might hold the keys to their hearts – taking the sensible Elinor Bennett by surprise, while crushing the romantic Katie’s hopes, and proving that the path of love doesn’t always work out the way one plans or dreams. Preorder here Click to download a map of Hartbury Hall.pdf This series is being published by Barbour, and will include Australian / UK spelling - which is perfect for books set in the UK and Australia! Check out some of the pictures used as inspiration for Not Exactly Mr Darcy Check out some of the pictures used as inspiration for Not Precisely Mr Knightley Check out some of the pictures used as inspiration for Not Fully Persuaded BE THE FIRST TO FIND OUT MORE BY SIGNING UP TO MY NEWSLETTER

Fun beach reads and a Christian hockey romance series you'll love THE GREENER GARDENS ROMANCE SERIES (Please note: these books were originally published as part of the Independence Islands series, and have received new covers and a light edit) RESTORING FAIRHAVEN Book 1 in the Greener Gardens Romance series Samantha Green of Greener Gardens gets more than she bargained for when she is employed to restore the overgrown gardens of the estate owned by a reclusive writer, whose romances about unrequited love have become bestsellers and movies, despite never having a happy ending. New to this role, Sam is determined to succeed, despite facing challenges with the business and her family. Max Fairhaven just wants to be left alone. But the green-thumbed intruder to his island hideaway is stubborn, and her quick wits and sunny disposition soon get under his skin. Between banter and garden renovation she gradually brings some much needed life to this widower, as he begins to engage with the real world. Can happily-ever-afters be found in real life as well as fiction? Buy Now REGAINING MERCY Book 12 in the Independence Islands series Going on Love at First Glance had seemed like such a good idea. She didn’t care about finding Mr. Right. No, Mindy Murray chose the reality TV show for more mercenary reasons. A mom’s gotta do what a mom’s gotta do when it comes to feeding her son. When Mindy returns to Elnora, the girl from the “wrong side of the island” just wants a chance to rebuild her reputation. Too bad the folks at church don’t practice what the preacher preaches. Enter Dermott Reilly. The interim boss at Greener Gardens has always had a soft spot for Mindy and her son, but with his new responsibilities, an important garden competition, and a few other concerns, he finds it difficult to prove himself to her. A tropical storm and a missing child prove that sometimes grace appears in the most unusual ways. Regaining Mercy concludes the Elnora Island romances of the Independence Islands Series, featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily ever-afters. Buy now RECLAIMING HOPE Opposites attract—but can they last? Callie Steele might be a bit… focused on work, but despite what her employers say, she enjoys her well-ordered, productive life. When she’s sent to meet the owners of an estate requiring post-hurricane landscaping, Callie meets their son, Kai Brody, a super-chilled pro surfer, who is as opposite from her as they come. Though initially smitten, Callie knows a relationship with Kai is a bad idea—a very bad idea. Kai, however, can’t help but be intrigued by someone who challenges him to make something of his life again. He’s determined to pursue her, if she’ll give him half a chance. The more time they spend together, negotiating the challenges of work, illness, and family, the more their opposing outlooks clash and connect. What do these unlikely friends really want from life? Is it best to focus on work or recreation? As Kai and Callie seek answers from the Lord, they also must consider if such complete opposites have enough in common to make a relationship last. Reclaiming Hope concludes the Hooper Island stories of the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters. BUY NOW REBUILDING HEARTS Who knew a bank robbery could show a girl that good guys still exist? Tim Franklin. Quiet, shy, almost incapable of speaking to a girl, and a budding horticulturist. Oh, and he survived a bank robbery five years ago, not to mention its resulting trauma. Bookworm Bella Dwyer just wants to feel safe, and Tim’s actions during the robbery made her believe there might be guys who live up to her fictional heroes. Trouble is, a chance with Tim seems as remote as this year’s celebrity heartthrob. Instead, she settled for a relationship with a guy who’s commitment-phobic. So when Bella encounters Tim on tiny Sparrow Island, the challenges of her past and present collide, and she questions whether there really is a future with a man who can't commit. In a leap of faith, Bella dumps her boyfriend, even before shy-guy Tim can make a move. But in wanting to live by faith and conquer fear, has she made the right choice, or are her hopes for freedom and a future destined to fail? Read the next Sparrow Island novel in the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters. BUY NOW REFINING JOSIE What’ll it take for the prodigal daughter to share her deepest secrets… and her heart? Josephine Green returns to the islands in an attempt to reconcile with her family, but with a cloud over the family business, and little in the way of gardening skills, Josie’s painful past and flaky ways prove less than endearing for Greener Gardens’ hardworking crew. Stuck without any other options, Josie is forced to accept her sister’s offer of a job that takes her to Breakers Head where she encounters Aussie teacher, Lachlan Jones. A long-lost relative might’ve brought Lachie to a tiny music recording studio on the Independence Islands, but it’s also brought questions about how to care for someone he barely knows, especially considering he’s the last family she has. Questions regarding his future soon pale when he encounters the vibrant-haired Josie, whose sass and attitude takes some getting used to. Neither imagined more until they began to bond over music and environmental causes. Both discover that first impressions need not be lasting ones. But with the future of Gardens Gardens looking shaky, and Josie’s faith and self-worth just as tenuous, can deepening a friendship into something more ever work? And what happens when Lachlan’s work means he has to return to Australia after Christmas? What’ll it take for two hearts to heal and make a future possible? This Breakers Head novel is Carolyn Miller's final book in the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters. Buy NOW Please note: some paperbacks with the old covers may still be available for purchase Learn about the Independence Islands series here

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Christian contemporary romance set on a ranch in the US TRINITY LAKES ROMANCE SERIES Welcome to Trinity Lakes, a warm and welcoming small town in east Washington, filled with charm, family, and friends, where fresh starts, second chances, and romance abound. You'll meet swoony bachelors, cowboys, and adventurers, sweet and sassy ladies, and your new best friends. This series of standalone Christian romances will warm your heart, inspire your faith, and bring a smile to your soul. In 2019, I was fortunate to visit Washington state and see such Hallmark-worthy towns as Chelan, Winthrop, Leavenworth and Walla Walla. ( Check out my pictures below) A discussion with Aussie author friend Narelle Atkins ultimately led to a multi-author contemporary romance series set in Washington state in the fictional town of Trinity Lakes, written by a group of mostly Australian authors . My first book in the series is Love Somebody Like You , and involves an Aussie nurse heroine and a handsome cowboy, and the challenges of family, finances and letting go of the past to move forward. Find out more about the books by clicking on the titles below. Please note, all books are available to preorder on wide retailers, before they're released into Kindle Unlimited. So if you're a fan of small towns and romance, please come visit Trinity Lakes. Now Available For Lexi Franklin, returning to Trinity Lakes feels a little like running home with her tail between her legs. But what's a girl to do, when her life has been turned upside down on the other side of the world? She needs a place to regain hope and healing - just didn't count on meeting a cowboy whose own battered heart might need nursing back to health too. Jackson Reilly has his own set of troubles, between caring for his ranch, his mom, and the black hole of finances. So when a pretty redhead with a sassy tongue offers some distraction - and a potential solution to one of his most pressing concerns - he's not going to say no. But as they spend time together, questions soon rise about their future, and whether faith can truly win over fears. Will Jackson be able to save his ranch, and his hopes and heart, before Lexi returns to Australia? An opposites attract, small town contemporary Christian romance. Book five of the Trinity Lakes Romance series (can be read as a standalone). Visit Trinity Lakes and meet the fun and quirky characters who value family, faith, and happily-ever-after. Now Available Now Available When Ellie Reilly returns from a dream overseas trip, a too-long hug from her best friend Jasper Cohen clues her in that his feelings might be more than what she suspected. He's unsure about pushing their friendship further, and doubly uncertain when her European friend, Sebastian, seeks her out in Trinity Lakes. Uncertainty is something Ellie knows all too well. Since returning from her vacation, Ellie feels like she doesn't fit at her family's ranch or in small town life. When she is asked to take on responsibility for reopening Trinity Lakes' historical museum - a dream she's always wanted - she can't help but wonder if settling for life in the familiar is all that God has for her, or can she dare trust Him for more? A friends-to-more, small town contemporary Christian romance. Visit Trinity Lakes and meet the fun and quirky characters who value family, faith, and happily-ever-after. Pinterest: Tangled Up in Love Wanted: someone hardworking, honest, humble, with a sense of humor, who appreciates the simple things in life. Who loves God, loves family, and loves animals. Genuine seekers only. Dr. Jess Martin--Doc Martin to her local community--might be used to solving the veterinary problems of rural south east Washington, but she can't solve the problems of her lonely heart. When a dating app specializing in rural connections comes her way she figures she's got nothing left to lose. Especially when she's already lost the only guy who had touched her heart, who has made it clear his future lies in Silicon Valley and not in Trinity Lakes. It's time to let go of the past, once and for all. Cooper Reilly never pictured himself as finding his future or contentment on a ranch. His heart has always hankered for the finer things of life. But when a corporate reshuffle sees him kicked to the kerb, he finds himself right back where he started. And right back to trying to convince a certain pretty vet to give him a second chance. But she's not playing, convinced she's found her Dream Match already. But there's something she doesn't know... Can these two friends look past previous mistakes and find a future? And what does a hunky fireman have to say about a perfect Dream Match? Scroll through to > see photos from my family's 2019 visit to Washington & Oregon, including Chelan, Winthrop, Leavenworth, Walla Walla, Seattle & more - inspiration for my books in the Trinity Lakes series

A Christian contemporary hockey romance series based on the Original Six teams and cities of the NHL, featuring hot hockey players and strong heroines THE ORIGINAL SIX HOCKEY ROMANCE SERIES A sweet & swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, set in the cities of the original six teams of the NHL Okay, so I'm the first to admit that an Aussie writing a series about ice hockey must seem a little unusual. But ever since watching the Vancouver Winter Olympics in 2010 I'll admit to having a fascination for this sport. And while I'm the first to admit I'm not especially sporty myself, I find the strength and stamina, grit, grace and skills needed for hockey rather awe-inspiring. The first book I wrote (before any of my historicals) I based on a couple I saw entering the closing ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics, when I saw an Aussie female athlete holding hands with a US athlete. I was intrigued about how two elite athletes from opposite sides of the world could meet then sustain a relationship. Despite my best efforts, I couldn't find out who they were, so I eventually wrote 'their' story, which is how Love on Ice began. I made her a short track skater (because hello: awesome toughness right there!) and he was a hockey player (bc: tough). Later that year my husband and I had the trip of a lifetime to the US and Canada. We landed in Boston, then drove up the east coast to Canada, as this avid Anne of Green Gables fan insisted we visit Prince Edward Island. From there we drove to Quebec City and Montreal, then across to Muskoka, a picturesque, lake-filled stretch of country two hours north of Toronto, which is where LM Montgomery set her book The Blue Castle . Visiting this beautiful part of the world became inspiration for a story about another hockey player (because: Canada, hello!), which became Muskoka Blue . We then visited Niagara Falls then flew to Chicago, where we were fortunate to catch a Chicago Blackhawks’ game. It was a few years later that I realised these stories could be connected as they were both part of Original Six teams, which includes Boston, Detroit, Chicago, Montreal, New York and Toronto, but I still needed my reason for why these particular players would connect. I prayed, and before too long discovered an online Bible study group for the Boston Bruins, which I knew could be expanded into a group of NHL playing friends. Thus the concept for the Original Six hockey romance series was born. I loved my visits to these cities, and loved incorporating some of the places we visited (such as Montreal’s Jardin Botanique and the Art Institute of Chicago) into the various stories I’ve written in this series. You don't have to love hockey to love these books, as readers tell me they're captivated by the heroes, the depth, and the swoon-worthy kisses. So if you enjoy stories of family, faith, friendship and love then I hope you'll check them out. Check out the photo galleries below for some of the behind-the-scenes inspiration from my trip to North America that inspired scenes in various books (and the Spotify playlists and Pinterest boards as well). Happy reading! Find out more about each book by clicking below Find out about MPFG Sign up to get your bonus Breakup Project epilogue Read Ch 1 of The Breakup Project A scene in The Breakup Project takes place here in Boston The Mapparium A scene from The Breakup Project We visited this restaurant in Salem A scene in The Breakup Project takes place here in Boston 1/12 Travel inspiration for The Breakup Project The Breakup Project Note The Breakup Project playlist on Spotify The Breakup Project Pinterest board BUY NOW Hear Chapter 1 national flags in Banff Winter training institute Australian beach Australian beach 875e883c3fb1eb6e-photo national flags in Banff Winter training institute 1/10 Travel pics for Love on Ice Chicago Chicago Blackhawks Buckingham Fountain Chicago 1/26 Travel pics for Checked Impressions Montreal's Olympic stadium View of Montreal from Mont Royal Montreal in October Montreal's Olympic stadium 1/17 Travel pics for Hearts and Goals Love on Ice Note Holly's workout playlist on Spotify Love on Ice Pinterest BUY NOW Love on Ice chapter 1.pdf Checked Impressions Note Checked Impressions playlist on Spotify Checked Impressions board on Pinterest BUY NOW Hearts and Goals Note Hearts and Goals playlist on Spotify Hearts and Goals Pinterest board BUY NOW New York Skyscrapers Big Apple Atonement Statue of Liberty Big Apple Atonement Ice Skates Big Apple Atonement New York Skyscrapers Big Apple Atonement 1/8 Visual inspiration for Big Apple Atonement By the shores of Lake Muskoka Lake Muskoka loveliness Sydney Opera House Sydney Opera House By the shores of Lake Muskoka 1/22 Travel inspiration for Muskoka Blue Want more Muskoka? Then check out the new Muskoka Romance series, including Muskoka Shores and Muskoka Christmas , and enjoy more small town romance set in this beautiful part of the world. Big Apple Atonement Note Big Apple Atonement playlist on Spotify (classic songs & music trivia from the book) Big Apple Atonement on Pinterest Buy Now Muskoka Blue Note Muskoka Blue playlist on Spotify Muskoka Blue Pinterest board Buy Now Want more hockey? Grab 'Fire & Ice ' the first book in the new Christian hockey series Northwestern Ice

Inspirational Regency romance, including The Elusive Miss Ellison, The Captivating Lady Charlotte and The Dishonorable Miss DeLancey, Midnight's Budding Morrow, what to read instead of Bridgerton Dusk's Darkest Shores REGENCY BOOKS BUY NOW DUSK'S DARKEST SHORES ~ Book 1 in the Regency Wallflowers series How can a meek wallflower help a returning war hero whose dreams are plunged into darkness? Mary Bloomfield has no illusions. Her chances for matrimony have long since passed her by. Still, her circumstances are pleasant enough, especially now that she has found purpose in assisting her father with his medical practice in England's beautiful Lake District. Even without love, it's a peaceful life. That is until Adam Edgerton returns to the sleepy district. This decorated war hero did not arrive home to acclaim and rest, but to a new battle against the repercussions of an insidious disease. Mary's caring nature cannot stand to see someone suffer--but how can she help this man see any brightness in his future when he's plunged into melancholic darkness, his dreams laid waste by his condition? Adam wants no charity, but he's also no coward. If this gentle woman can work hard, how can he do less? Together they struggle to find a way forward for him. Frustration and antipathy slowly develop into friendship and esteem. Then a summer storm atop a mountain peak leads to scandal--and both Mary and Adam must search the depths of their hearts for answers if they hope to find any future path with happiness at its end. BUY NOW MIDNIGHT'S BUDDING MORROW ~ Book 2 in the Regency Wallflowers series Can real love grow between a wallflower and an unrepentant rogue? Sarah Drayton is eager to spend time with her best friend at her crumbling Northumberland castle estate. Matrimony is the last thing on her mind and the last thing she expects to be faced with on a holiday. Yet she finds herself being inveigled into a marriage of convenience with her friend’s rakish brother. When James Langley returns to his family's estate, he can't be bothered to pay attention to his responsib ilities as the heir. War is raging and he wants only distraction, not serious tethers. But his roguish ways have backed him into a corner, and he has little choice but to obey his father's stunning decree: marry before returning to war, or else. Suddenly he f inds himself wedded to a clever and capable woman he does not love. Sarah craves love and a place to belong, neither of which James offered before returning to the battlefront. Now everyone around her thinks she married above her station, and they have no intention of rewarding her for such impertinence. It isn't until her husband returns from war seemingly changed that she begins to hope they may find real happiness. But can she trust that this rake has truly reformed? When tragedy strikes, this pair must learn to trust God and his plans. Will they be destroyed…or will they discover that even in the darkest depths of night, the morning still holds hope? BUY NOW DAWN'S UNTRODDEN GREEN ~ Book 3 in the Regency Wallflowers series How can a wallflower find contentment when the much-feted nation’s hero insists on making himself so very agreeable, causing her to question whether spinsterhood is truly all God has in store for her? Theodosia Stapleton has resigned herself to spinsterhood, certain that God’s plan is for her to care for her ailing mother in the house presided over by her grandfather, General Stapleton. She didn’t expect her act of mercy, caring for the newly-orphaned daughter of a beloved friend, would result in the challenges presented when young Rebecca’s famous uncle unexpectedly arrives in their tiny village in Northumberland. Daniel Balfour’s brave exploits on the Peninsular might’ve been newly honored by the king, but he shrinks back at having yet more fuss made over him. He’s wedded to the army, and is taken by surprise when he learns of his sister’s recent death—and the intriguing young woman who has taken young Becky in. He’s never thought of marriage, but Theo Stapleton holds quick wits and a smile that makes him think of her more warmly than a mere friend. But he’s determined to return to London, until an accident leads to a hilarious yet at-times painful subterfuge, as they both discover that the best laid plans might not be what God has ordained after all. Joy to the World THE ELUSIVE MISS ELLISON ~ Book 1 in the Regency Brides: Legacy of Grace series Pride, Presumption, and forgiveness... Hampton Hall’s new owner has the villagers of St. Hampton Heath all aflutter—all except Lavinia Ellison. The reverend’s daughter cares for those who are poor and sick, and the seventh Earl of Hawkesbury definitely does not meet that criteria. His refusal to take his responsibilities seriously, or even darken the door of the church, leave her convinced he is as arrogant and reckless as his brother—his brother who stole the most important person in Lavinia’s world. Nicholas Stamford is shadowed by guilt: his own, his brother’s, the legacy of war. A perfunctory visit to this dreary part of Gloucestershire wasn’t supposed to engage his heart, or his mind. Challenged by Miss Ellison’s fascinating blend of Bluestocking opinions, hoydenish behavior, and angelic singing voice, he finds the impossible becoming possible—he begins to care. But Lavinia’s aloof manner, society’s opposition and his ancestral obligations prove most frustrating, until scandal forces them to get along. Can Lavinia and Nicholas look beyond painful pasts and present prejudice to see their future? And what happens when Lavinia learns a family secret that alters everything she’s ever known? Click on the cover to preview a sample of the book Click here to access the Reader's Guide & More Buy Now THE CAPTIVATING LADY CHARLOTTE ~ Book 2 in the Regency Brides: Legacy of Grace series Responsibility, romanticism, and true love... As the daughter of the Marquess of Exeter, Lady Charlotte Featherington always knew she was destined for great things on the marriage mart. Little did she imagine falling in love with a man on the eve of her parents announcing her betrothal - to someone else. William Hartwell might be a Duke, but he suspects neither his title nor wealth will prove enough to hold the heart of the young lady who has captured his. The scandal surrounding his first wife's death makes trusting again difficult, while the mysterious happenings at his ancestral home, Hartwell Abbey, seek to separate before they are wed. How can a young Lady negotiate her future when her heart demands the opposite of duty? Can they both learn to truly love from the legacy of Grace? Click on the cover to preview a sample of the book Click here to access the Reader's Guide & more Buy Now THE DISHONORABLE MISS DELANCEY ~ Book 3 in the Regency Brides: Legacy of Grace series Loss, Longing, and New Love... Tainted by scandal, forced to remove to Brighton from London, the Honorable Miss Clara DeLancey is a shadow of her former society self. A chance encounter sees a friendship slowly form with the sisters of an injured Naval captain, whose faith and blunt, high spirits are everything her mother despises. Captain Benjamin Kemsley is not looking for a wife, especially not the penniless daughter of a Viscount, but the mysteries surrounding her appeal to his sense of fair play. But how can he dare to dream the impossible, when all his attention should be toward helping those he'd failed to protect? Pushed into the highest echelons of Society, they must decide if maintaining family honour is more important than their hopes, while seeking to right the wrongs of the past, through the legacy of Grace . Click on the cover to preview a sample of the book Click here to access the Reader's Guide & more Buy Now WINNING MISS WINTHROP ~ Book 1 in the Regency Brides: Promise of Hope series Catherine Winthrop is almost at her last prayers, rejected years ago by the man who stole her heart. When tragedy brings him back into her life, she must suffer further grief in silence, amid her family's pain and hostility, which eventually sends her to seek solace in Bath. Jonathan Carlew might be wealthy, but the mystery surrounding his birth has shadowed his life, bringing fresh challenges as he takes on the Barony. Caught between appeasing the Winthrop family's concerns and doing what he could to salvage their failing estate, he must also weigh the echoes of the past with the demands of his new responsibilities. Two hearts must decide whether present speculation will condemn them to the dust of their memories, or if the whispers of forgiveness can provide freedom for the future. Click on the cover to preview a sample of the book Click here to access the Reader's Guide & more Buy Now MISS SERENA'S SECRET ~ Book 2 in the Regency Brides: Promise of Hope series Scarred by her past, Serena Winthrop is determined to protect her heart - especially from flirts like the too smooth Viscount Carmichael. But when forced to share his roof, she discovers another side to the man who gambles with women's hearts as he does their husband's money. Henry, Lord Carmichael, struggles with the weight of his Derbyshire's family's expectations, until he finds a hope shared by the too perceptive, too young artist. But he's promised to protect his best friend's innocent sister-in-law, not charm her, much to his - and her - private dismay. When her art leads her to London infamy, he's forced to choose between the life mapped out for him, and the love of his life, with whom marriage might prove the end of his family line. Click on the cover to preview a sample from the book Click here to access the Reader's Guide & more Buy Now THE MAKING OF MRS HALE ~ Book 3 in the Regency Brides: Promise of Hope series Can a runaway marriage be redeemed? Marry in haste, repent in leisure—Mrs. Hale is about to find out how painful that repentance can truly be. Julia Hale ran off to be married in Gretna Green, following romance instead of common sense. But her tale isn't turning into a happily ever after. Her new husband is gone and she doesn't know where—or if he's ever coming back. Julia has no option but to head home to the family she betrayed by eloping and to hope they'll forgive her. Along the way she will learn how relationship with God can bring restoration and hope, and find the answers she needs both for her husband and her future. Click on the cover to preview a sample from the book Click here to access the reader's guide & more Buy Now Click on the cover to preview a sample from the book Click here to access the reader's guide and more A HERO FOR MISS HATHERLEIGH ~ Book 1 in the Regency Brides: Daughters of Aynsley series Can a very proper noble lady find a future with a fossil-hunting man of faith? As the daughter of Viscount Aynsley, Caroline Hatherleigh knows every rule of society—and she’s always followed them precisely. It’s simply the way things are done in her world. When she visits south Devonshire and encounters a fossil-hunting scientist and his sister, her assumptions about what is right are shaken. She is suddenly confronted by questions she has never considered about the importance of friendship and faith—and her comfortable understanding about how the world works is thrown off balance. Gideon Kirby loves science, and hunting down proof of past lives is a joy he won’t willingly give up. But his scientific leanings are being challenged by both his personal beliefs and by local smugglers in the Devonshire countryside. And every day his sister’s illness is becoming more desperate and her care grows more demanding. Adding a proper Viscount’s daughter to the mix is a complication Gideon never expected—especially since he has a secret that demands he stays far away from this young woman he’s falling for in order to protect his beloved sister. When a mysterious stranger visits the village, that secret is set to be exposed, no matter how Gideon fights. Then tragedy strikes in a smugglers cave. And the threat of scandal may lead to broken hearts and passionless propriety. Will the shaky bond these two have managed to build be strong enough to overcome their differences—or will the trust they’ve withheld from each other end up tearing three lives apart? Buy Now Click here to access the reader's guide and more UNDERESTIMATING MISS CECILIA ~ Book 2 in the Regency Brides: Daughters of Aynsley series Shy, sweet Cecilia Hatherleigh has always been in love with Edward Amherst, the boy next door. Yet he’s never seen her as anything but the quiet girl in the background as he flirts with the other vivacious women of the ton. When a near tragedy brings Edward’s attention to his family duties, this prodigal son decides he needs to settle down with a proper wife. Cecilia hopes to convince him to choose her—but God may want her to forget the wayward nobleman and put her future in His hands alone. These two try to find their way toward happiness, but prejudice, political riots, and the changing face of England’s societal structures begin to block them at every turn. Can their struggles turn to triumph—or will their paths permanently diverge? Buy Now Click here to access the reader's guide & more MISLEADING MISS VERITY ~ Book 3 in the Regency Brides: Daughters of Aynsley series Verity Hatherleigh has a mind of her own—but her actions do not impress her viscount papa. When she gets into one scrape too many, she's sent off to the wilds of Scotland to rethink her headstrong ways. Anthony Jardine relished his role as curate, but his new duties as laird of Dungally aren’t always to his liking. Though he thought his new inheritance would be a blessing, somehow he’s finding nothing but trouble on these estates. And the intelligent, compassionate, feisty lass who was sent to rusticate in his territory is one of the biggest problems. He’s falling in love with her, but she doesn’t share the faith that’s his foundation—not to mention he’s been lying to her about who he really is. For the truth-loving Verity, that may be unforgivable. The tangled web these two have woven may spell disaster for their happiness—and for the tenants of Dungally. Buy Now BUY NOW JOY TO THE WORLD: A REGENCY CHRISTMAS COLLECTION In Joy to the World , three popular romance authors come together to offer a heartwarming collection of holiday Regency romance. Based on lines from a beloved Christmas carol, these three novellas have depth, faith, and satisfying stories all packed into the perfect length for readers to curl up and take a brief break from their holiday busyness. “ Heaven and Nature Sing ” by Carolyn Miller Two music lovers, deeply devoted to each other, were on the brink of engagement when family circumstances drove them apart. How can they ever overcome both their obligations and their fears to find their way back into each other’s arms? “ Far as the Curse Is Found ” by Amanda Barratt One winter night, a woman struggling to provide for her illegitimate child encounters a scarred veteran of the Napoleonic Wars on the streets of London. Can love conquer the darkness of two broken pasts? “ The Wonders of His Love ” by Erica Vetsch A Scots portrait painter finds work at a noble manor house over the holidays. He never imagined he’d fall in love with the emotionally frozen widow there. Now he wants nothing more than to thaw her heart. Anchor 1 MISS DELANCEY MISS WINTHROP MISS SERENA MRS HALE Misleading Miss Verity Miss Hatherleigh Miss Cecilia

A Christian contemporary hockey romance series based on the northwest teams and cities of the NHL, featuring relatable heroines and strong hockey players NORTHWEST ICE ROMANCE SERIES A sweet & swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, set in the northwestern cities of the NHL, that continues the legacy of the Original Six Meet the men who play pro hockey in the northwestern states and provinces of North America - and the women who turn their heads and show there is more to life than just sports. This series of stories set in Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Seattle, Winnipeg, Minnesota and San Jose can be read as standalone novels, and sees the return of some of your favorite characters from the Original Six, another sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series, perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh, and Susan May Warren. You don't have to love hockey to love these books, as readers tell me they're captivated by the heroes, the depth, and the swoon-worthy kisses. So if you enjoy stories of family, faith, friendship and love then I hope you'll check them out. Check out the photo galleries below for some of the behind-the-scenes inspiration from my trip to North America that inspired scenes in various books (and the Spotify playlists and Pinterest boards as well). Happy reading! Note Listen to the music that inspires the Northwest Ice series on Spotify Follow the Northwest Ice series on Pinterest Find out about MPFG Buy Amazon Buy Other Retailers Buy All Retailers "A delightful, laugh out loud romance" ~ Susan May Warren, bestselling author Hannah Wade's heart might've once been touched by a rancher's son, but her real passion has always been sports. Years later, when her sports career is cut short by injury and an opportunity arises to be one of Calgary's first female sports analysts, she jumps at the chance. Trouble is, some of the old dinosaurs she works with think she's only there to look good, add ratings, and stir controversy among the fiercely loyal hockey fans. She longs for the chance to prove herself, so when an oppo rtunity comes along to interview newly traded defenseman Franklin James, she meets him. Or, more accurately, re-meets him. With disastrous effect. Growing up with three si sters means Franklin thought he knew something about women, but nothing had ever prepared him for the sparkling firecracker that is Hannah. And yet her vibrant personality holds a sweetness and soft side, something that draws his interest and protectiveness when an interview goes south. And there's something about her that's vaguely familiar... Can these two overcome prejudice and find a way forward? And what has faith - or the lack of - got to do with anything? Fire and Ice is the first book in the new Northwest Ice hockey romance series, another sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series like the Original Six, and perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh and Susan May Warren. Sometimes there's a hefty price to pay when two opposites attract... With her fondness for tattoos and spider jewelry Sylvie Jenkins is used to being pre-judged and misunderstood. She has friends and connections but she still feels alone, and works several jobs while daydreaming about finding a guy who sees further than skin deep and won’t shy away from her battered heart. So when a hot pro hockey player with a smile as vast as his skills takes a shine to her what’s a poor girl to do but fall in love? Ryan Guillemette sure wasn’t looking for romance in a bookstore in his hometown but quickly becomes intrigued by the sassy Goth-like assistant with a snarky way with words. When an accidental kiss proves dangerously addictive she soon becomes embedded in his heart. But even as the romance heats up he’s torn. She’s not following God, and there are questions over her role in his grandfather’s accident at the retirement home. Can these two opposites make a match or should he call a permanent time out? These two are about to learn that those who play with fire get burned, and there’s a hefty price to pay for forbidden attraction. The Love Penalty is the second book in the Northwest Ice hockey romance series, another sweet and swoony, slightly sporty, Christian contemporary romance series like the Original Six, and perfect for fans of Becky Wade, Courtney Walsh and Susan May Warren. Buy Amazon Opposites can attract, but can they dance? For as long as she can remember Bailey Donovan has loved dance, especially ballet. When her dance studio faces the risk of closure, she takes a God-given miracle of a gig training a complete non-dancer for a TV show. Only problem is, he’s a real grump to her sunshine, and for an athlete, seems to be lacking all the moves. Or does he? Luc Blanchard has sworn off wine, women, and definitely dancing as it sure doesn’t fit his macho image. He loves hockey, God, and his family, with no time for more, until an unexpected promotion sees him forced to swallow his pride for the sake of his team. Sparks soon fly as these two opposites spend time together, and TV ratings push for to see their onscreen partnership make a fake relationship real. As they discover a certain magic under the spotlight, will issues from the past ever let them truly soar? Pointe, Shoots, and Scores is the third book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series, can be read as a standalone, and is perfect for fans of banter-laden romance with hope, heart and humor. Buy Other Retailers Buy All Retailers Lights, camera... action? Ainsley Beckett might be television's sweetheart, star of a dozen romantic movies and known the world over for her sweet-as-pie schoolmarm on hit historical TV show As The Heart Draws. But while she's always found love on-screen, her private life is less of a happily-ever-after. A string of one-date only and showmances has convinced her that finding true love is impossible, as no ordinary guy dares look at her, and the celebrity world is full of fakes. And then there are those fans who love her a bit too much... Zac Parotti is used to fame and its flip side, like women throwing themselves at him, but he's finding his feet as a new Christian, and wants to do things God's way now. Yet even this power forward is intimidated by the combined forces of his mom and grandma, who have decided it's time for him to settle down -- preferably with someone like their favorite character from their favorite show. When a chance encounter at a Vancouver party brings these two together they decide a fake relationship might prove the best way to stop the media speculation and fan--and family--pressure. Until fake feelings turn into something deeper. For one of them, at least... Faking the Shot is a fake-dating Christian romance and the fourth book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series. It can be read as a standalone, and is perfect for fans of banter-laden romance with hope, heart and humor. When a secure and single librarian gives romance tips from fiction, nothing can go wrong, right? Britta Johnson knows she’s ordinary, and she’s totally okay with that. She’s secure in God, in her purposes on the planet, and romance is something she finds between the pages of a book. She doesn’t need that in real life. So when a hockey player asks for advice on how to woo his long-distance girlfriend, she knows her heart is safe. Until it’s not. Mitchell Reilly might be feared on the ice-rink, but even he’s intimidated by this little ninja librarian who can whip teenagers into line with a single look. She knows her books too, and seems the perfect candidate to help him find some romantic fictional heroes he can impress his girlfriend with. Until she’s not. As emotions start to blur and fiction gets a little real they realize that what’s started with the best of intentions has changed what they always thought they wanted. And might just be what God wants for them after all. Plays by the Book is the fifth book in the Northwest Ice Christian hockey romance series, perfect for fans of books with hope, heart and humour. Now Available Will secrets spoil their second shot at love? Ten years ago Genevieve Rivas made a mistake that changed her entire family. Since that, she’s done all she can to make up for it and make them proud, and is now working as a junior doctor in one of Seattle’s leading hospitals. Everything is finally tracking as it should be, until one day a blast from the past re-enters her life. Ten years ago Kyle Tinkler thought he had it all. Until a night of celebration went too far and he lost the person he held most dear as he chased his NHL dream. Now he might be Seattle’s top player, but his hard shot and skills on the ice aren’t enough to dodge the guilt now he’s returned to his old stomping ground. When injury reunites these two, regrets soar and secrets become increasingly hard to hide, threatening to fracture two families. And while God is a healer and redeemer of broken pasts, can they learn the power of forgiveness to find a way forward? A second chance Christian romance, perfect for fans of books with hope, heart and humour. Coming July 2026 Preorder Now Watch Franklin's sisters find love at the Three Creek Ranch. Check out some of the travel inspiration behind Northwest Ice Want more hockey? Then check out the Original Six series here , & enjoy more swoonworthy romance with relatable heroines & handsome heroes in the original six cities of the NHL. Stay up to date with the other books in the Northwest ice series & sign up for my newsletter