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Amish woman Rosanna Zook lost her self-confidence within the
confines of a loveless and abusive marriage. In the years spent
quietly dealing with her burdens and dutifully caring for others,
she forgot her sense of self and ability to feel. But after her
first husband's untimely death, she gets a second chance with
Reuben Troyer, a godly man who welcomes Rosanna and her two
children into his life.Despite the love and respect she finds in
her new marriage, Rosanna soon learns that juggling the demands of
her family and church community is more than she can handle. When
Rosanna becomes ill, she is forced to confront a hard truth: one
empty cup cannot fill another. For a woman who has spent her life
giving, will Rosanna finally be able to let go and receive?
Book 3 of the The Amish of Ephrata Series. When an accident leave
the local school without a teacher, the bishop asks Priscilla
Smucker to fill in for the remainder of the school year. When the
community begins to praise Priscilla for her teaching ability, she
finds herself receiving unwanted attention from a small group of
women. Once again, jealousy turns to bullying against not just
Priscilla but Stephen Esh, too. Is it possible to handle such a
situation and remain faithful to God's wish to "love thy neighbor"?
This Amish novella is a perfect read for young adults and adult
readers who love Amish or Christian fiction. Includes discussion
questions for book clubs or just private reflection.
In Amish Circle Letters, follow the journey of a series of letters
that pass through the Fisher family. Meet feisty Mary Ruth, the
young woman who prefers her independence to conformity, Steve who
gave up long ago on finding love, and little Katie who makes a new
friend in Melvin, a friendship that has the potential to grow into
something more. As Amish do not use computers or cell phones to
communicate, Amish women will often write circle letters, letters
that they send to a list of addresses of people that they would
like to include in the correspondence. Since they do not have
access to photocopiers, the first person on the list will receive
the letter, read it, and respond. That person sends both the first
letter and their response to the second name on the list. This
continues until the entire package of letters goes full-circle,
returning to the original sender. An Amish Christian Romance that
will leave you breathless and wanting more. Sarah Price,
bestselling author of Amish Christian Romances, brings her
twenty-five years of experience living among the Amish and from
growing up Mennonite to the pages of her novels and novellas, in
order to present a truly authentic Amish experience just for her
readers.
Best-selling Amish Christian fiction author Sarah Price teams up
with Lisa Bull to publish this inspirational devotional in order to
help people who are facing difficult times. It is geared toward
fellow cancer warriors as well as anyone facing a difficult
life-situation in order to inspire them to adopt the "Pink
Umbrella" attitude. As she battles breast cancer, Sarah Price
continues to amaze people with her upbeat, positive attitude. After
repeatedly being asked "how are you getting through this with such
an amazing attitude?" by her family, friends, and fans, she
approached her friend, Lisa Bull, about writing this devotional to
explain the power of a positive attitude. Lisa's daily devotionals
have inspired thousands of people online and helped to motivate
Sarah to consider writing this devotional.
Rebecca King has only been married for four weeks when a snow storm
threatens to keep her and her new husband, Gideon Stoltzfus apart
for their first Christmas. She watches the snow falling from the
kitchen window as she helps her mamm prepare the Christmas supper.
Despite being apart, she takes comfort in reflecting on their
courtship and marriage, knowing that God will provide for their
future. But does Gideon have different plans?
In Amish Circle Letters II: The Second Circle of Letters, continue
following the journey of a series of letters that pass through the
Fisher family. This book contains all of the chapters plus recipes
and a book preview. In the sequel to the best-selling book, Amish
Circle Letters, Mary Ruth adapts to her new role as wife and mother
while Mimi realizes that life as a farmer's wife is more difficult
than she expected. Melvin and Katie's friendship blossoms into
something more with dire consequences for the family. As Amish do
not use computers or cell phones to communicate, Amish women will
often write circle letters, letters that they send to a list of
addresses of people that they would like to include in the
correspondence. Since they do not have access to photocopiers, the
first person on the list will receive the letter, read it, and
respond. That person sends both the first letter and their response
to the second name on the list. This continues until the entire
package of letters goes full-circle, returning to the original
sender. An Amish Christian Romance that will leave you breathless
and wanting more. Sarah Price, bestselling author of Amish
Christian Romances, brings her twenty-five years of experience
living among the Amish and from growing up Mennonite to the pages
of her novels and novellas, in order to present a truly authentic
Amish experience just for her readers.
Priscilla Smucker finds herself settling into married life with
Stephen on their farm. Life is full of joy and happiness until she
learns that Susie Byler is back at her bullying, this time
targeting her friend Sylvia and sending her letters. When faced
with a chance to expose Susie, will Priscilla be able to continue
the Amish practice of forgiveness or has Susie gone too far? This
Amish novella is a perfect read for young adults and adult readers
who love Amish or Christian fiction. Includes discussion questions
for book clubs or just private reflection.
It's a warm summer evening when Jonas King, the bishop within his
church district, finds himself faced with an enormous test of
faith. For several months, he is left pondering his losses and how
it fits into God's plan. How could God desert him when he has been
such a pious follower of His Word? The community tries to help him
through his trials but Jonas is resistant. It takes an amazing
Christmas miracle to open his eyes to the every day nature of God's
gifts to the world. Can his faith be saved in time?
Based on her own experiences living among the Amish for over
twenty-five years as well as her own Mennonite heritage, Sarah
Price once again takes readers on an unforgettable journey to the
heart of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Faith Landes and Rebecca
Yoder were friends from a young age. The one was raised Mennonite
while the other was raised Amish. Despite the differences in their
upbringing, they remain life-long "bestest" friends. When tragedy
strikes, a promise made in their youth is put to the test with the
guiding hand of Rebecca. This remarkable story explores a
once-in-a-lifetime friendship that changes lives throughout the
Amish community. What Readers Are Saying... If you wanted to learn
all you could about the Amish culture and traditions but only had
time for one book, this would be the one. Jean Marc One of the most
authentic Amish stories that I have read to date. Sarah Price
continues to amaze me with how much she truly knows both the Amish
culture and the religion. This type of knowledge can only come from
someone who has immersed herself into their lives. Bravo for a job
well done...again Angela R.
Book 1 in the Series. Priscilla Smucker finds herself receiving
unwanted attention in the community over an upcoming charity event
at the local Mennonite church. When jealousy turns to bullying, how
will she ever begin to handle it? This Amish novella is a perfect
read for young adults and adult readers who love Amish or Christian
fiction. Includes discussion questions for book clubs or just
private reflection.
Samuel Lapp isn't ready to think about joining the Amish church
yet. However, he's feeling the pressure from his family, community,
and church. The harder they push, the more he rebels. Not even his
pretty neighbor, Mary Ruth Smucker, can get Samuel to settle down
into the Amish ways. Just when everyone has given up hope on
Samuel, he finds himself learning more about the non-Amish way of
life than he ever wanted to know. When he finds faith, will his
struggles be over?
Sylvia Lapp never would have suspected that when the stranger asked
her for directions her entire life would change. But when he shows
up at the market and rescues her from dealing with the Englischer
tourists, the wheels are in motion for more than just directions.
In balancing her Amish roots with his English past, Sylvia learns
more than she bargained for about the sins of worldliness.
Best-selling author of Amish Christian Romances, Sarah Price
introduces readers to the world of the Amish in Fields of Corn, the
first book in her Amish of Lancaster Series. Based in part on the
author's real experiences living among the Amish, readers will get
a glimpse into the lives of the Lapp family. In Fields of Corn,
Shana Slater, a non-Amish woman from out of state, doesn't realize
that her life is about to change when she pulls into the Lapp farm
in Leola, Pennsylvania, to inquire about renting a small apartment
over a mule shed. Yet, the price is right and the rolling fields of
corn present a peaceful place for her to retreat when she is not
working in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Her curiosity about the Amish
way of life is piqued when she befriends Emanuel Lapp, the son of
her landlord. As she learns about the Amish through his eyes, she
quickly realizes that the Amish way of life is more than just
religion and a plain way of living. She also discovers that the
more she learns, the more she is unexpectedly falling for much more
than their plain and simple lifestyle. When two worlds collide,
which will survive and at what cost? Based in part on the author's
experience living on an Amish farm, Fields of Corn presents a sweet
and authentic love story. Be certain to visit the author's video
channel at http: //www.youtube.com/sarahpriceauthor for interviews
and video with the author.
Daniel Lapp doesn't know what to make of the distant cousin from
Ohio who is sent to live on his father's farm. But he does know
that he isn't looking to settle down with anyone. He'd rather be
left alone to work in the dairy barn and fields alongside his
father. Yet, when Daniel begins to learn more about Rachel, he
begins to see her in a different light and realizes that there is
more to the quiet, stern cousin than meets the eye.
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