A Bride For All Seasons

It all started with an ad in a mail-order bride catalogue . . . This charming bouquet of novellas introduces you to four Hitching Post Mail-Order Bride Catalogue prospects in the year 1870, all eager for second chances . . . and hungry for happiness. Year in, year out, they’ll learn that love often comes in unexpected packages. “And then Came Spring” by Margaret Brownley Mary-Jo has traveled halfway across the country to meet her match, arriving just in time for his funeral. Returning home seems like her only option until her would-be brother-in-law proposes a more daring idea. “An Ever After Summer” by Debra Clopton Ellie had no idea she’s not what Matthew ordered. And what’s wrong with being a “Bible thumper” anyway? She’s determined to show him she’s tougher than she looks—and just the girl he needs. “Autumn’s Angel” by Robin Lee Hatcher Luvena would be perfect for Clay if she didn’t come with kids. But kids are a deal breaker, especially in a rough-and-trouble mining town. ­ e trouble is, there’s no money to send them back . . . “Winter Wedding Bells” by Mary Connealy David’s convinced he’s not long for the world. He needs someone to mother his boys when he’s gone—nothing more. Can plucky Irish Megan convince him to work at living instead of dying?

It all started with an ad in a mail-order bride catalogue . . . Mary-Jo has traveled halfway across the country to meet her match, arriving just in time . . . for his funeral. Returning home seems like her only option. Then her would-be brother-in-law proposes a more daring idea. “An enchanting tale about a superstitious woman who is down on her luck, a needy boy whose luck has run out, and a lonely man. Readers will delight in this story, where faith proves more powerful than luck, and marriage, the third time, really is a charm." —Vickie McDonough, award-winning author of 27 books, including the Pioneer Promises series “A delightfully, romantic tale of a mail-order bride who discovers only love and trust in God can erase the label of "unlucky in love” from her superstitious heart.” —Maggie Brendan, author of The Jewel of His Heart Margaret Brownley is a New York Times best-selling author and has penned more than twenty-five historical and contemporary novels. A Lady Like Sarah was a Romance Writers of America RITA finalist.

Sacrifice comes at great cost to a young woman forced to marry and save her family from ruin. Aurora Middleton loses her best friend and a chance of love at the same time. When confronted with how horrible her life will become, she makes a decision that brings a monumental change. Moving west, leaving all she's ever known will either be a fresh start or the beginning of something worse. Evan Jones left his life of high society firmly back east. Now the small town doctor has a comfortable life in the Laurel, Montana. When a storm hits, he offers Aurora Middleton and her friend a place to stay all the time resenting the attraction he feels to a woman that reminds him of things purposely left in the past.

It all started with an ad in a mail-order bride catalogue . . . Luvena would be perfect for Clay if she didn’t come with kids. But kids are a deal breaker, especially in a rough-and-tumble mining town. ­ The trouble is, there’s no money to send them back . . . “Both heartwarming and witty, Autumn’s Angel captures the stirring allure of first love and of those moments when anything seems possible. But only if you have the courage—and faith—to risk it all.” —Tamera Alexander, USA Today best-selling author of To Whisper Her Name and A Lasting Impression "Autumn's Angel by Robin Lee Hatcher drew me in, captured my attention and reminded me to be a woman of faith and courage. Even when life's storm clouds gather, sunshine is waiting to break through. Hatcher penned a sweet, tender, full-of-truth love story about holding on and seeing God answer." —Rachel Hauck, author of The Wedding Dress and Once Upon A Prince "No one can tug on the heartstrings like Robin Lee Hatcher. Autumn's Angel is a wonderful story of unexpected love, and I read it in one gulp. Highly recommended!" —Colleen Coble, USA Today best-selling author of Rosemary Cottage and the Rock Harbor series Best-selling novelist Robin Lee Hatcher is known for her heartwarming and emotionally charged stories of faith, courage, and love. She discovered her vocation after many years of reading everything she could put her hands on, including the backs of cereal boxes and ketchup bottles. Winner of the Christy, the RITA, the Carol, the Inspirational Reader's Choice, and many other awards, Robin is also a recipient of the prestigious RWA Lifetime Achievement Award. She is the author of 70 novels and novellas with over four million copies in print. Robin enjoys being with her family, spending time in the beautiful Idaho outdoors, reading books that make her cry, and watching romantic movies. Her main hobby (when time allows) is knitting, and she has a special love for making prayer shawls. A mother and grandmother, Robin and her husband make their home on the outskirts of Boise, sharing it with Poppet, the high-maintenance Papillon, and Princess Pinky, the DC (demon cat).

It all started with an ad in a mail-order bride catalogue . . . David’s convinced he’s not long for the world. He needs someone to mother his boys when he’s gone—nothing more. Can plucky Irish Megan convince him to work at living instead of dying? "Nobody tugs a heart or a smile quite like Mary Connealy, and in Winter Wedding Bells she tugs a tear or two as well! With an achingly tender love story that will lift your spirits—and your heart—Mary Connealy proves once again she is a master storyteller who leaves her readers both breathless . . . and breathless for more.” —Julie Lessman, award-winning author of The Daughters of Boston and Winds of Change series “Every character Mary Connealy draws with her pen comes to life. She has a way of dropping these characters into difficult situations, and she takes us on their often humorous and nail-biting journey as they find their way out. Connealy unites two people you never think will get together, but can’t help but hope they will.” —Lorna Seilstad, author of When Love Calls Mary Connealy writes romantic comedy with cowboys. She is a Carol Award winner, and a Rita, Christy, and Inspirational Reader's Choice finalist. She is the author of the best-selling Kincaid Brides Series: Out of Control, In Too Deep, Over the Edge, Lassoed in Texas Trilogy, Montana Marriages Trilogy, and Sophie's Daughters Trilogy. Mary is married to a Nebraska rancher and has four grown daughters and two spectacular grandchildren.

It all started with an ad in a mail-order bride catalogue . . . Ellie had no idea she’s not what Matthew ordered. And what’s wrong with being a “Bible thumper” anyway? She’s determined to show him she’s tougher than she looks—and just the girl he needs. "A charming story filled with humor and hope that's sure to please [Debra Clopton’s] many fans." —Irene Hannon, best-selling author of the Guardians of Justice series "In An Ever After Summer, Debra Clopton crafts a heartwarming, engaging story with her trademark warmth and humor. Not to be missed!" —Marta Perry, author of Lydia's Hope and Susanna's Dream “Great mail-order bride stories! They're funny. They're poignant. A round-up of wonderful authors that you won't want to miss.” —Janet Tronstad, USA Today best-selling author Debra Clopton is a multi-award winning novelist who was first published in 2005 and has more than 22 novels to her credit. Along with her writing, Debra helps her husband teach the youth at their local Cowboy Church. Debra is the author of the acclaimed Mule Hollow Matchmaker Series, the place readers tell her they wish was real. Her goal is to shine a light toward God while she entertains readers with her words.

Out of options, Wilhelmina Wilkins heads west to marry a total stranger upon answering a mail order bride ad. What could have been a fairytale beginning turns out to be this bride's nightmare. Instead of meeting Wilhelmina at the train station, her husband-to-be is in the center of town brawling.