Finding family and second chances in these two stories by author Bonnie K. Winn Jingle Bell Blessings Chloe Reed’s mission is to get orphaned Jimmy Evans a family for Christmas. But when they land on distant relative Evan Mitchell’s doorstep, they come face-to-face with a real-life Scrooge. Plagued by a tragic past, Evan resists their intrusion in his life. But little by little, the adorable seven-year-old and spunky young woman chip away at Evan’s heart. Will these three strangers become a true family by Christmas? Family by Design Finding a sitter for his orphaned niece is Dr. J.C. Mueller’s priority. But he can’t ask the one person the girl actually takes a shine to. Maddie Carter is already a full-time caregiver for her ailing mother. But when Maddie offers to watch his niece, he realizes that she will help anyone—except herself. J.C.’s prescription? Convincing Maddie that accepting love will ease not only her burdens, but also her heart.

Doctor In Need Of Help Finding a sitter for his orphaned niece is Dr. J. C. Mueller's priority. But he can't ask the one person the girl actually takes a shine to. Maddie Carter is a full–time caregiver for her ailing mother. When she returned to Rosewood, Texas, she gave up her dream of opening a tea shop. Then J.C. provides the chance to make it happen. And when Maddie offers to watch his niece in exchange, he realizes that she will help anyone–except herself. J.C.'s prescription? Convincing Maddie that adding love to her full plate will ease not only her burdens, but also her heart.

A Hero's Rescue Ever since the loss of his father, widow Olivia Gray's son has been acting out. When he's assigned community service at Zeke Harrison's ranch, the boy takes to the farm animals—and to Zeke—instantly. As a kid who hid his own troubles behind bad behavior, Zeke seems to understand her child better than anyone. Still, she needs to keep an eye on her son—which means staying close to the handsome veterinarian. But when her time with Zeke begins to break down the walls she's placed around her heart, will she be brave enough to let go of her past hurts and embrace a second chance at love?

From Nanny to Mom Tessa Pierce moves to the small town of Rosewood, Texas, hoping to forget all about romance. But her handsome new boss, Morgan Harper, is making that difficult. And his little girl is winning Tessa's heart more and more every day. The hardworking widower barely has enough time for his child, and certainly none for his beautiful new assistant. But when Tessa steps in to help take care of his daughter, she shows Morgan the close-knit family they could be. If he doesn't want to lose her, Morgan will need to unravel her mysterious past and prove to Tessa that her future should be with him.

Life’s Journey While On Earth The journey, the quest, I was merely a guest On life’s backbone of time, from zero to prime To confirm I was blessed, I will tell you the rest Of my fruits on the vine, of a life by design. — Robert Coyle

A selected bibliography of literature from 1980-1990 by and about African -Amer., Amer. Indians, Asian-Amer., and Hispanic Amer. Covers: history, people and places; poetry; folklore, mythology and traditional literature; seasons and celebrations; books for babies; concept books; issues in today's world; biographies; understanding oneself and others; picture books; fiction for new readers, young readers and teenagers. Appendices: lists authors and illustrators of color by ethnic origin; ethnic/cultural groups by country; and recommended resources.