PRETEND FAMILY Jessica loved playing with the family of dolls she had found in the old house. She slipped away to visit them every chance she had, and pretended that she belonged there with this, her family-with her mother, the blond haired woman in the picture on the wall. As she played, she began to realize that sometimes the dolls were not where she had left them. At times she even imagined that she heard them whispering to her. And the name they whispered was-Annabelle-not her real name Jessica. PROTECTIVE FAMILYThe dolls were so relieved, happy that Annabelle had finally come back to them. Surely everything would return to normal now-just as it had been. And this time they would protect Annabelle, to make sure that she never left them again ¿

Each letter of the alphabet is related to a doll's beautiful accessories, such as lockets and parasols, in a brilliantly illustrated companion to the Caldecott award-winning counting book, 1 is One. Reprint.

Annabelle Archer has been crushing on Rick Stockton for years. And now, when he notices her, it's only because her brothers and sisters make it impossible for him to miss her. Annabelle still hasn't decided if God's will means she spends her life taking care of her six siblings, or if He has more in mind for her. Rick Stockton doesn't mind that church activities and Annabelle's brothers and sisters keep throwing Annabelle and Rick together. He just isn't sure what it means. But as the kids keep trying to turn Rick into a snow angel—with sugar, baby powder, and more—he'll work on figuring it out. Spending time with Annabelle's family gives Rick a longing for one of his own—and an idea to make it happen. This Christmas, Annabelle may just find there's a special angel in her corner, one that will stick around for a lifetime.

Annabelles Day of Sorrow is about a dairy cow who experiences the depth of a mothers love in the loss of her calf. Through the experience she understands Gods love for us, and how Gods love flows as we love each other. She realizes the sorrow that God must have felt when he lost Christ Jesus his son on the cross. In the end she finds joy and peace in knowing that even when things are at there worst, God is in control. He can take any situation and turn it around so we may receive something good. In the end all things are in Gods Plans.

AnnaBelle's Spirit" is the follow-up to "The Journey, The Dreams, & AnnaBelle" The writing in this book takes the story to the next level, adding more depth to the already troubling life of AnnaBelle and her two daughters. It tells of her first husband, how he destroyed her young dreams, and forever altered her faith and trust in men. Leaving her with two small children, and a mountain of debt that she alone would have to deal with. Then came the "step -dad from hell". The girls jokingly referred to him as "Daddy Dearest". He ruled their lives for nine miserable years before they were rid of him. AnnaBelle moved her daughters from St Petersburg, eventually settling in Indianapolis. AnnaBelle's work brought her in contact with politicians, movie stars, racers, and then the DiMaggio family after a move to San Francisco. There would never be another man in her life to tell her what to do, or intimidate her daughters. Although this story focuses on AnnaBelle, it eventually includes life from Carolyn's perspective. It follows both women on a journey through a lifetime of challenges, dreams, and temptations. One of Carolyn's decisions continues to haunt her dreams, as well as her waking hours. Both she and her mother possess the gypsy spirit that would prove to be difficult to control at times. The continuing saga of the Wicker and Bollan women attests to the strength of these families. From 1924 to 2007, a lifetime of dreams, a lifetime of journeys. Throughout the book you will find the subtle humor Carolyn uses in everyday life. You will also find family photographs that span the timeline of the story. As with her first book, she hopes this will bring the family to life for her readers.

An inconvenient proposal. Ian MacKay, Laird of Graenfrae, has no use for love or marriage. However, his stepfather’’s will mandates that marriage is what he must have…to an Englishwoman. A sensible man, Ian develops a list of requirements in a wife: Plain, moderately dowered, older and practical. He thinks he has found the perfect candidate in Lady Annabelle. Labeled The Ordinary her first season, Annabelle longs for a man who will see her as beautiful and love her as her father loved her mother. When she meets Ian, she thinks she has at last found that man. Until his proposal, in which he has the audacity to list his “requirements.” She refuses his proposal. He informs her that she will marry him at the end of the season. The battle of wills is on.

"We're so glad Annabelle was inspired by her visit to A Mountain Quiltfest in Pigeon Forge. Hopefully she and her friends will finish their first quilts and enter them in the Youth Category of A Mountain Quiltfest." --Karen Arwine, President, Sevier Valley Quilters, Pigeon Forge, TN --Sally Lane, President, Piecemakers Quilt Guild, Sevierville, TN "What a charming story. Grandmothers and granddaughters everywhere would enjoy hearing and reading this story." --Kaye Wood - Quiler, Designer, Author "LinMarie has woven an entertaining tale of adventure and understanding in her newest book, Annabelle's Vacation with Grandma Hayley. Annabelle's Vacation enlightens us to the fact that familiar words can have multiple meanings, depending on who you are talking to. Annabelle also teaches us that a common passion, such as quilting, but can bridge the distance between generations." Tom Russell - Designer, Award winning Quilter. Teacher "LinMarie has penned a purely delightful book, sure to capture the attention of the reader. The adventure of Grandma Hayley and YoYo will entertain the listener until the very last page is turned. It is certainly written with the quilter in mind and I found the book to be thoroughly enjoyable." --Susan Brown TQM Products "What a delightful, inspiring tale of Grandma Hayley and granddaughter "YoYo"! This story will entertain all who love and find joy in the art of quilting. It will spark a desire in you to pass on your creative passion to our younger generation." --Beth Vitiritto, Managing Editor, SQE Professional