I’m excited to share a brand new series with you that will start releasing tomorrow!
Three sweet and wholesome historical novellas are set in my fictional town of Holiday. If you haven’t read any of my other Holiday stories, start with Holiday Hope, which is the story of Jace and Cora Lee Coleman and the beginning of Holiday. After that check out Henley, and then you’ll be ready for this new series.
Each book can be read as a standalone, but it’s fun to read about the characters you meet in other books too.
DREAMS OF LOVE
Release Date: March 21
Will dreams of love lead to an unexpected future?
Weathered from too many years of apprehending outlaws, Marshal Dillon Durant is resigned to a life of solitude. The small community of Holiday, Oregon, offers the opportunity for him to build lasting friendships while discovering a sense of belonging. Then he encounters an exasperatingly beautiful woman attempting to break into the local school, leaving him to contemplate the possibility of a new chapter in his life.
Desperate to escape the arranged marriage her father is attempting to foist upon her, Zara Wynn accepts a job as a schoolteacher in Holiday. Intent on a fresh start, she doesn’t want anyone to discover she’s a runaway bride. But concealing her past proves difficult, especially when the astute and handsome Marshal Durant captures her heart.
When her father and fiancé find her, will Zara be forced to abandon her dreams of love? Or will Dillon make them come true?
DREAMS WITH FAITH
Release Date: March 28
Can faith conquer their fears?
John Ryan is committed to his role as pastor in the quaint town of Holiday, Oregon. He values each member of his congregation, and aims to lead by example. However, his resolve is tested when a free-spirited woman arrives in town. John struggles with his growing attraction to her, determined to keep it from distracting him from his calling.
Following a devastating tragedy that leaves her isolated and shattered, Keeva Holt is eager for a new beginning. In need of consolation and clarity, she decides to seek refuge with her brother in Holiday. As she navigates through her grief and attempts to find direction for her future, Keeva’s vibrant spirit and exuberance challenge those around her, including the reserved Pastor Ryan. While logic tells her that John is beyond her reach, her heart urges her to pursue her dreams and embrace the possibilities of tomorrow.
Will John and Keeva learn to lean into their faith and let go of their fears?
DREAMS FOR COURAGE
Release Date: April 4
Will two lonely hearts find the courage to love?
A loner for most of his life, Rowan Reed wants nothing more than to be left alone. He buys a run-down farm near Holiday, Oregon, intending to turn it into a successful ranch through hard work and determination. When a nosy, albeit beautiful, woman shows up on his doorstep, the instant attraction he feels to her sets off nearly as many warning bells as her barrage of probing questions.
Private detective Rhetta Wallace always unearths the truth. Involved in a lengthy investigation into a man suspected of killing a politician’s son, her pursuit leads her to the town of Holiday. Accompanied by her adopted son, Rhetta finds herself squaring off against the grumpy, growling rancher she believes is the suspect. Whether or not Rowan admits his true identity, Rhetta is sure of two things: his innocence of the crime, and the deep affection he awakens in her heart.
Will their dreams for courage help them release the past and embrace a future together?
The heroines are all so different.
Which one would do you most relate to?
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After spending her formative years on a farm in Eastern Oregon, hopeless romantic Shanna Hatfield turns her rural experiences into sweet historical and contemporary romances filled with sarcasm, humor, and hunky western heroes.
When this USA Today bestselling author isn’t writing or covertly hiding decadent chocolate from the other occupants of her home, Shanna hangs out with her beloved husband, Captain Cavedweller.
Wow I am loving Rhetta story – such a strong lady to do what she has chosen as her profession and taking care of Lee along the way!!
I loved writing her character. I’m so glad you are enjoying the story! Thank you, Teresa! <3
I think Keeva. Persue your dreams. Sometimes you have to challenge yourself before you can challenge anyone else.
I love what you shared, Ann. That is so true. Sometimes we have to challenge ourselves to grow before we can do anything else to move forward. Have a beautiful day!
Hi Shanna – Now that is a good question! I think Rowan and Rhetta’s story would capture my attention first. But then, I’m not sure either. Shoot, I would like all three! Congrats Shanna on the new series. So happy for you.
Rowan and Rhetta are such a fun, unlikely couple.
Thank you so much, Kathy! So appreciate you!
I would say Zara because my first career was teaching.
That is so neat, Janice! I bet you were an amazing teacher!
Hey Shanna! I’m choosing Dreams for Courage. Not sure they apply to my life! LOL But, it’s the closest and sounds very interesting! And I think “courage”seems to fit me best. But, I would read all three! Best wishes always!
Hi Tracy,
Courage is such an amazing word, isn’t it!
I hope if you read the stories, you’ll enjoy them!
All my best to you! <3
I think Keeva, because I am a pastor’s wife and a pastor’s daughter. Like Keeva, I am not your typical “pastor’s wife”, in that my husband and I are partners and our church always saw me as pastor as much as my husband.
Hi Elaine,
Oh, that is so awesome you and your husband are partners and the church saw you as such. And that’s also so neat you are a pastor’s daughter and wife! Love that!
Oh my, I dont know really. Maybe Zara. But the books all look like wonderful reads. Thanks.
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Thank you, Lori! Have a beautiful day!
I am not sure but all three sounds really good.
Thank you, Barbara, and thanks for dropping by today!
I think they all sound like really great books and if I had to choose one I think I would choose Dreams of Love because it seems to hit close to home for me.
Thank you. Dreams of Love is such a fun story. Wishing you a beautiful spring-filled day!
I would say Rowan because I’m a loner.
I can totally relate to that, Joannie! Have a happy spring and a lovely day!
I am thinking Rhetta.
She is such a strong character. If she was a real person, I would admire her so much! Thanks for stopping in today!
I think I’d relate more to more Rhetta. I’d have liked to be a detective!
Wouldn’t that be fascinating! Thank you for stopping by today, Trudy!
John and Keeva
Thank you, Judy! Enjoy your day!
I think I’m more like Rhetta.
She is so strong and smart and amazing!
Have a brilliant, beautiful day!
My choice would be Zara as I was a teacher before retiring.
Oh, that is so neat! Thank you for educating all those young minds before you retired!
I like all three and will enjoy reading the series.
Oh, thank you so much! Have a beautiful day!
All three books sound like great reads. If I had to pick one, I would pick Zara.
maybe Keeva…
Keeva is quite a character!
They all sound like great women. I think I like Zara, she was willing to run from an arranged marriage when what she really wants is a marriage of love.
She really does. I think it would be brave to head into the unknown like she did. Thanks for dropping in today!
Hi Shanna wow, all these books sound great and the covers are Beautiful! I think I would choose Rhetta, she wants to find the truth and I am all for the truth and justice for the innocent. Have a great day.
Love what you shared, Alicia. Thank you! Rhetta is definitely a seeker of the truth. Have a beautiful spring!
I would say Rhetta Wallace would be the person I would like to be. Thank you so much for sharing. Happy book birthday. God bless you.
You are so sweet, Debbie. Thank you!
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I know IU’ve missed the giveaway but still enjoyed the post. All three books sound enjoyable. I relate most to your first heroine. I would definitely not want to enter into an arranged marriage I didn’t want and would have applied to be a teacher.
Congratulations on your future releases.
Thank you so much, Patricia!
Keeva is the one I could relate to the most. I know something about grief and starting over.
Big hugs to you, Robin!
Zara, the school teacher, is the one I relate to most. Due to hitting the gray ceiling after being out of the work force to be a mom-at-home for 18 years, my occupation is now substitute teacher.
The books sound like ones I’d enjoy reading.
That’s so neat you substitute teach, March! Love that you help shape those young minds. Best wishes!