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When college senior Cornelia Copley is forced to leave school and return to her struggling family, she fears she’s lost everything: her dreams, her future, even her hope. But with a little paint, a lot of prayer, and an unexpected box of ferns from a handsome stranger’s mother, Cornelia discovers that broken homes—and broken hearts—can be gloriously re-created. Together with her brothers, a repentant wild boy named Brand, and the quiet, steady Arthur Maxwell, Cornelia transforms a shabby little house into a haven of love and laughter. Along the way she learns that God’s best gifts...

Discover the timeless enchantment of Gene Stratton-Porter’s The Magic Garden in this beautifully reimagined eBook edition. Lavishly illustrated with vibrant, evocative artwork and enriched with thoughtful annotations, this classic tale of wonder, resilience, and the healing power of nature springs to life like never before. Follow young Amaryllis as she uncovers the secrets of a hidden garden, where magic and mystery intertwine to mend broken hearts and reveal the beauty of hope. Perfect for readers of all ages, this annotated edition offers a fresh perspective on a beloved story, ...

In Stephen Mitchell’s Journey, Isabella Alden weaves a timeless tale of transformation set against the rustic beauty of Hilton Hill. Young Stephen Mitchell, driven by grit and vision, breathes new life into his family’s struggling farm, turning barren fields into a thriving legacy. Yet as he earns the respect of his neighbors, a deeper calling tugs at his soul. Guided by unlikely allies—reformed outcast Jake Lucas, steadfast Flora Ann, and the wise Mr. Ransom—Stephen grapples with ambition, faith, and the shadows of his past. When a city boarder’s schemes stir old wounds, the ...

In a quiet 1830s New York village, gentle Phoebe Deane dreams of nothing more than books, kindness, and perhaps a letter from the young lawyer who once found her among the autumn leaves. But when cruel lies, spun by a rejected suitor with a heart of poison, threaten to brand her forever fallen, Phoebe’s world collapses. Disowned, despised, and facing a forced marriage to the very man who ruined her name, she has one week to live—or to flee into disgrace. Only three people refuse to believe the slander: Miranda, the red-haired, fearless servant who will climb roofs, lock villains in ...

Discover a Timeless Tale, Reimagined for Today! Step into the heartwarming world of The Honor Girl by Grace Livingston Hill, now beautifully updated for modern readers. In this annotated and illustrated eBook edition, Elsie Hathaway’s journey of selflessness and transformation shines brighter than ever. Leaving behind a life of privilege, she brings love, order, and hope to her father and brothers’ neglected home—a story of family, resilience, and quiet romance that still resonates nearly a century later. Enhanced with insightful annotations that unlock the 1920s context and Hill’s ...

He was a young preacher who refused a glittering pulpit to work shoulder-to-shoulder with factory hands. She was the runaway heiress hiding from a family that never claimed her heart. Neither of them knew the other was only a river’s width away—until the night the whole worlds were about to burn. In a single breathless evening of pursuit, confession, and courage, Patty Merrill and John Treeves are hurled together by danger and drawn forever by love. From the smoky tenements beside a roaring industrial plant to a secret hilltop village built on nothing but faith and a fortune, The Tryst ...

Discover a Victorian gem reborn in The Corner Class, originally published as Cunning Workmen by Isabella Alden. This inspiring tale follows Mr. Hammond and Miss Parkhurst as they skillfully guide their Sunday school students through trials of faith, temptation, and ultimate redemption. Fully annotated to enrich modern understanding, this eBook edition features 10 exclusive illustrations that vividly illuminate the story’s most poignant moments. A must-read for fans of historical Christian fiction and timeless spiritual narratives

In "Her Mother's Bible," Isabella Alden crafts a poignant tale of faith, family, and the enduring power of scripture. When a young woman inherits her mother's cherished Bible, she discovers not just the words of God, but a legacy of love and guidance that shapes her life in unexpected ways. Through trials and triumphs, this heartwarming story explores how the lessons and love from one generation can profoundly influence the next, offering a timeless message of hope and devotion.

Coming Through the Rye by Grace Livingston Hill An Annotated and Illustrated eBook Edition Step into a world of romance, suspense, and moral triumph with this beautifully enhanced edition of Grace Livingston Hill’s classic tale. Romayne Ransom, a young woman shadowed by her family’s disgrace, flees the city for a secretive job in the wilderness, only to find herself ensnared by the sinister Kearney Krupper and the cold disdain of the Whitman household. As Evan Sherwood, a principled reformer on the cusp of mayoral victory, races against time to rescue her, their destinies collide in a ...

An Interrupted Night by Isabella Alden – Second Edition Step back into the timeless world of Isabella Alden’s An Interrupted Night, a captivating tale of resilience, faith, and unexpected turns, originally crafted by the beloved author known as "Pansy" and completed by her niece, Grace Livingston Hill. In this newly enhanced second edition, Alden’s heartfelt narrative is enriched with insightful annotations that illuminate the historical and spiritual context of the story, alongside striking illustrations that character to the settings. Based on true events, this poignant journey ...

Discover a Timeless Tale, Reimagined with Stunning Illustrations In As in a Mirror, acclaimed Victorian author Isabella Alden (writing as Pansy) weaves a gripping Christian tale of identity, morality, and redemption. John Stuart King, a gentleman of means, dons the rags of a tramp to uncover the raw truth of human nature. What he finds is a mirror reflecting society’s hypocrisy—and his own soul. Will his journey through judgment and grace transform him forever? This exclusive eBook edition breathes new life into Alden’s classic with 11 original illustrations—capturing the story’s ...

--- **Pageantry of Clouds** *by Flora Thompson* Delve into the enchanting world of rural England through the eyes of Flora Thompson in this timeless collection, formerly known as *The Peveril Papers*. With a poetic touch, Thompson paints a vivid tapestry of life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, capturing the beauty, simplicity, and complexity of country living. *Pageantry of Clouds* offers readers a serene escape into the heart of the English countryside, where every page reveals the delicate interplay between nature and human life. From the changing seasons to the daily routines ...

Step back into a simpler time when faith moved mountains—and sometimes just opened eyes. Beloved “Pansy” author Isabella Alden spent her life showing how ordinary moments can become extraordinary when God is invited in. In this exclusive new collection, four of her most touching short stories are joined by a single, luminous essay from the legendary preacher F. W. Boreham—creating a perfect bridge between Pansy’s gentle fiction and Boreham’s beautiful devotional prose. Inside you’ll find: “Bobby’s Wolf: A Children’s Story” – A lonely boy, a frightening animal, and ...

Ariel Custer by Grace Livingston Hill In the quiet town of Glenside, a web of love, betrayal, and mistaken identity unravels when Emily Dillon vanishes, leaving behind a fortune and a mystery. As young Ariel Custer and Judson Granniss face a murder accusation tied to a hidden will, hope seems lost—until Emily, presumed dead, returns with her steadfast husband Nate to set things right. Amid rustic ranch hearths and courtroom drama, faith and loyalty shine through in this heartwarming tale of redemption and romance from a beloved Christian author.

A Timeless Tale of Sacrifice, Redemption, and Love That Refused to Stay Buried Illustrated Edition On the morning of her sister’s wedding, eighteen-year-old Marcia Schuyler steps into a white muslin gown never meant for her and marries the heartbroken groom her beautiful, runaway sister Kate has abandoned at the altar. What begins as an act of desperate mercy becomes the quiet, breathtaking awakening of two hearts. Through long winter evenings by the fireside, through stolen glances across a crowded room, through every small, faithful choice, Marcia and David discover that the purest love...