Songs of the Heart
(coming in May 2008 from Awe-Struck E-Books)

Rock star Geoff Chastain seized the privileges of his celebrity status with a hunger spawned in his neglected childhood. Then an auburn-haired virgin turns his jaded world upside-down. Shannon Ausbrook loved Geoff Chastain with all the fervor in her sixteen-year-old heart. Instead of returning her love, he is stunned that she gives him her virginity. Fifteen years later, Geoff and Shannon get a second chance to claim their first love.

Feathers on the Floor
(...for the holidays in 2008 from Awe-Struck E-Books)

Psychiatrist Julia Cabot’s life has always gone according to plan -- until her husband’s charming affability explodes into violence. Terrified for her life and the safety of her children, Julia runs, finding an unlikely haven with a man her children think is the angel they wished for. Former bodyguard Mitch Garrison has always been the protector, but something went fatally wrong five years ago when his wife was shot by an abused woman’s out-of-control husband. Mitch’s nightmares come to life when Julia appears, a jagged purple bruise marring her face. But when her estranged husband kidnaps her children, Julia and Mitch join forces in a journey that brings them face to face with their deepest fears and their most passionate desires.

Secrets of a Clown (...work in progress)
With zany antics on stage, Zach Zacata controls the emotions of thousands of fans, but he can't control his protesting middle-aged body. Lauren Westover has loved her best friend Zach since she was a teenager. She holds the key to a new life for both of them -- if Zach can overcome his pride to accept her help and her love.

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These stories celebrate heroes and heroines who overcome great difficulties and find a love that turns life’s heartaches into happily ever after.