The world can wait

  The Hope of Christmas  Blurb:              Cameron Blake has everything a man could want. Or so it appears. But in the dark of night, the contents of a twenty-two year old manila envelope remind him that the one thing he truly wants is beyond his reach.   Kristin Hansen has recently moved home after a messy break-up. While her parents think she’s come back to recuperate after surgery on a broken arm, she’s actually escaping from a relationship that’s turned abusive.   When the pastor of a local church recruits the two to supervise the building of the church’s nativity float for the upcoming Christmas parade, their hidden secrets are exposed. And Cam sees in her the one thing he truly desires…but knows he can never have.    Hope.   First Line:              Kristin Hansen rolled onto her side and pulled the comforter up to her nose....

  Blurb:  Scott Newton retires from the sheriff' s office after a fellow officer is killed. Wracked by sorrow and the need for justice, Scott grows distant from his girlfriend, aspiring crime writer, Lindsay Billings. But, when Lindsay goes missing, and Scott discovers her research on the missing person cases thought to be the work of a serial murderer known as the Christmas Killer, Scott vows to find her at all costs. Police have never found the bodies of the people who went missing many Christmases ago, and Lindsay won't become just another statistic. Then, someone kills again in Blanchardville. Police locate a corpse atop one of seven inflatable swans on a pond, and another body in a pear tree. Scott receives odd texts from Lindsay' s phone and deduces they' re from the killer. In order to save Lindsay, Scott agrees to meet the madman and play his game. As time runs out, Scott must learn to trust in God again, no matter what. Bio: Heidi Glick has a B.A. in bi...

  Blurb:   Beth Tarrington has it all: a gorgeous fiancé, a lucrative career, the latest model car, and a high-priced condo. On top of that, the Tarrington name opens every door in town. So why is she so discontent? When everything falls apart in Beth’s life, will she finally find the strength to stand on her own two feet? Is God really willing to stand by her side, even after ignoring Him for so long?    When Jason Brooks meets Beth, his head tells him to run in the opposite direction. Beth is a high-society snob engaged to another man, and he’s not sure where she stands with God. So why does God keep bringing the two of them together? Can these two find love, in spite of everything that stands in their way?   Excerpt:   Beth settled next to Jason on a bench in front of the fountain. She glanced upward. “I can’t believe it’s so bright tonight.” Jason pointed over the trees. “Full moon.” Beth gazed up at the silvery orb. “It’s gorgeous.” “God’s showing off ...

  When a woman Cutter rescued from a human trafficking ring, turns up in his barn fearing for her life, he can’t turn her away, but he needs help. Halle Kennedy, the woman he’s loved since they met in elementary school, hears the story and immediately volunteers to stay in Cutter’s cabin with him and this woman until they can help her determine her next step and find her a safe haven. He and Halle come together to teach this woman about God’s unconditional love and lead her to Jesus. The trafficking ring has tortured and killed and now these murderers are coming after her. Cutter realizes he’s drawn a target around Jordan Valley and led the evildoers to the town of family and friends he loves so dearly. Will they be able to stop the evil men before anyone else gets hurt? my review: Another great read from Ms. Spress. Not an easy read at times, as it deals with human sex trafficking. But it has a lovely redemption angle to it, as well as a charming love story. really enjoyed it. BUY...

  Inspiration   Agape After All  is my most autobiographical novel to date because the root of the plot is based on my first serious boyfriend in college. He played in the worship band, we attended church together, we prayed together, and we both thought we were going to get married someday. He was cute and funny but also manipulative and very jealous. We dated for a year and a  half and it took me way too long to figure out that he was toxic for me. I was (correctly) taught that I should marry a man who shares my faith but I wrongly assumed that if both people are Christians, you're guaranteed to have a healthy relationship. That’s not always the case.  That's  the message I want to convey to readers: not every Christian knows how to have a healthy relationship and it might take some work and some wisdom to get there. Choose your spouse wisely. Agape After All  is set in Hickory Run State Park in PA which is one of my favorite places. M...

  Blurb   Enoch Valentine has given up finding peace for his past mistakes. He throws everything he has into being the new part-time deputy in Burrton Springs, Kansas while maintaining the foreman position at a local horse ranch. But when trouble stirs on the ranch, he questions whether he's the right man for either job. Peace has been elusive for most of Gertrude Miller's life, especially under the oppressiveness of an overbearing mother. She takes matters into her own hands and sends for a potential husband, while also opening her own dress shop. Gertrude hopes to build a future where she'll find peace and happiness. Will either of them ever be able to find peace?   First Page Peek   Burrton Springs, Kansas August 4, 1877   Gertrude Miller’s life couldn’t get any better. She grinned, patting her pocket. Her fingers traced the two skeleton keys. After months of planning and preparing she finally had moved into her own place a week ago, away from the overbearing...

  Blurb : As Bern and his father harvest their crops, a portal appears. The creature chased into their world is taller than any building in the village. While the villagers are terrified, Bern realizes the creature is also scared. He names the beast Kattya after his dead mother and vows to protect it. Kattya is not safe after Subja learns of this new creature. Bern, Garth, and Ne-tel realize their mammoth charge must be protected. When Bern and Kattya are separated, the two find safety in the lost country of Telantia; but their reprieve from danger is short-lived when Bern learns Garth and Ne-tel have been captured by the Vil. Can Bern save his friends when his heart beats with fear?   Extract : Beauty—what the soul sees and the mind cannot fully comprehend.   Wisdom of the Kings, Book of the Fallen World, pg 29   Bern felt like running.   In fact, he turned and started to head for the village. “Aw-ug!” the dinosaur bellowed.   It sounded so fo...