One foggy September morning Captain Bruce MacGregor sails boldly past the British warships blocking New London harbor, never suspecting that his life is about to change dramatically... Busily pursuing housewifely chores, Lydia Masters is startled by a knock at her door. News of her husband's death at sea is bad enough, but nothing compares to the scandalously hot attraction she feels right off for the tall, handsome sea captain standing on her doorstep Hoping a few sharp words will send him on his way, she picks a quarrel with the man. Ah, but Bruce has not survived twenty skirmishes against the British navy, only to get chased off by such a beautiful, hot-blooded young shrew. Instead he sets out to charm the lady, even suggesting a delightful New England custom, the "smock wedding," as the proper way to keep her late husband's considerable debts from being passed on to... a fine, upstanding citizen like himself Swept away by his roguish smiles, Lydia soon finds herself naked as the day she was born, peeking over a modesty screen and repeating wedding vows to this black-haired rogue-in front of half of the town folk, too Then, after one night of wedded bliss, this romantic patriot bids his bride adieu and sails away to defend American waters-and gets captured by the British Impatient for his speedy return home, Lydia embarks on a perilous voyage to rescue Bruce and his crew. Shocked by his bride's reckless behavior, Bruce soon learns there are no limits to what this woman's love may inspire her to do

In this fascinating account of her life as a young actress in New York City, and later as "Hollywood's Youngest, Sexiest Producer," writer Barbara Dan pulls no punches, as she describes the many pitfalls actors are likely to encounter on the road to success in show business. At age 23 she opened her own showcase theatre in Hollywood to help other actors get discovered by agents, producers and the studios. Later she worked for the story editor of Shirley Temple Storybook and Dinah Shore Chevy Show, and describes meeting her future husband, actor John Dan, and many other actors, cameramen, gifted people in the industry and her own life-changing conversion to Christ through the Hollywood Christian Group, and shares insights into the false gods of fame, fortune and success and why they fail to deliver. To today's aspiring talent she adds: "Respect yourself. Avoid shortcuts to success. Take the High Road which leads to no regrets. Hone your gifts, and never lose heart."

When Giselle McKissack, attractive 45-year-old widow living on a shoestring while putting her daughter through college, accepts a job belly-dancing at the 50th birthday party of Bay Area executive Brian Haggerty, whom she has known forever, she only hopes he doesn't recognize her under all those flowing veils and heavy make-up This humorous tale about two families, his and hers, shows how complicated life can become as this widow and widower find themselves forever at the beck and call of their kids, grandchildren and aging parents. Despite many unexpected detours, they are determined to prove the old adage that it's never too late for love . . .although there may be a few rough spots on the road to matrimony.

Stranded and flat broke in Virginia City, Nevada, Irish playboy-actor Peter O'Rourke decides he may need to get a "real job," at least till he can get back to civilization. Unfortunately life takes an unexpected turn when spoiled young socialite, Kate McGillacutty, just off the stagecoach from Chicago, ges in a heated argument with her father, who owns a silver mine and wants his daughter married off so he can get him a few hard-working male grandkids to leave his fortune to before he cocks up his toes. Defiantly Kate demands that she be allowed to select her future husband from the local male specimens passed out in front of the Bucket of Blood Saloon. To her horror and dismay, her father calls her bluff. imagine O'Rourke's surprise when he wakes up to find out he's Kate's chosen victim Vowing to outsmart her father, Kate bribes O'Rourke to marry her (in name only) and then put her on the next stagecoach to San Francisco, far from parental interference. Of course, Peter does need a job and will agree to almost anything, but, as God is his witness, he's not the marrying kind Not eager to take on this fiery redheaded spitfire, he makes a deal with her father, who is as devious and double-dealing as his daughter and even O'Rourke himself. Never were two prodigals more deserving of each other, as they head off into the Sierra Nevada mountains, O'Rourke flexing his muscles as a fledgling lumberjack, and Kate slinging hash in the cookshack and plotting revenge As this battle of the sexes heats up, O'Rourke finds that taming his beautiful bride is no easy task. Secretly intrigued, Kate works her wiles on her husband for the pure pleasure of tormenting him. Even so, the last thing she expected from this trumped-up marriage was a quick-witted Irishman with more tricks up his sleeve than she ever imagined possible. What are the odds of this temporary "marriage of inconvenience" developing into true love? O'Rourke's a gambling man, playing his cards close to his vest-heart, that is. So what are the odds? Will Kate become his Queen of hearts?

Besides portraying traditional biblical characters known to have been present during Jesus' crucifixion, author Barbara Dan has combined her skills as playwright and her knowledge of the Bible to recapture the emotional impact of His sacrifice on the cross for today's audiences. These skits may be used as a lead-in for sermons, special musical programs, communion, and public performance in malls, fairs, schools, and assemblies. Thrill to these rich new insights into the lives of The Rich Young Ruler, The Son of a Thief, Andrew and Peter, Princess Salome, Lazarus and his Sisters, Caiaphas the High Priest, The Gambler, Joseph of Arimathea and Pilate, John Mark, Mary the Mother of Jesus, Nicodemus, and Gamaliel

A powerful love story about acceptance, healing and reconciliation against a colorful backdrop of early Oregon's cultural and historic events. Following his bitter divorce at age twenty-six, Alex MacLachlan is socially ostracized by family and friends back East. Heartsick, he travels the world in an alcoholic haze until one day in January 1913 he comes ashore, thousands of miles from home, in Salem, Oregon, a small town with strict prohibition laws. Battling to overcome alcoholism, Alex finds himself befriended by the local doctor and his beautiful daughter Emily, who encourages him to believe that even a man with a checkered past can find forgiveness and a new life. Based on an inspiring true story. See Book Trailer Here: http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRg60ZpTScI

Historical Western Romance - Following the tragic murders of her family on the Oregon trail, Jennifer Keating, barely clinging to life, is rescued by Ft. Laramie's 2nd Cavalry. Though unable to speak due to the trauma and shock of her ordeal, Jenny determinedly picks up the pieces of her life, hiring on as cook on a cattle drive. Very upbeat story, often humorous as she has to contend with rowdy cowboys and rancher Matt McCaleb, who falls in love with this spunky young heroine. Jenny's struggle includes dealing with pregnancy, as the result of the attack that took the lives of her parents and sister. A widower, Matt marries Jenny and takes her to live with him and his daughter, who is resistant to the idea of having a new mother. Their marriage remains platonic during Jenny's struggle to regain her voice and overcome her fear of intimacy. Matt, having been told by soldiers at the Fort that outlaw Indians had massacred her family, supports Jenny through her pregnancy, and is quite willing to raise a child that is part Indian. But when Jenny gives birth to redheaded twins, what he has accepted as the truth makes him question and doubt everything he has been told. For months he has believed his voiceless bride was carrying a child that was the result of rape Upset and feeling betrayed, Matt fears his marriage and his relationship with Jenny may have been irreparably damaged by his initial reaction. Jenny's heroism, courage, and love for Matt, his daughter, and her two sons are sorely put to the test, and when the truth finally emerges, Matt humbly begs her pardon for ever doubting her. In a touching love scene, Matt and Jenny, having regained her voice, celebrate a new and joyous beginning to their lives together. Received Colorado RWA Award for Best Historical novel (1992).