For fans of Olivia and Eloise, this stunning debut from Kelly Light is an irresistible story about the importance of creativity in all its forms. Meet Louise. Louise loves art more than anything. It's her imagination on the outside. She is determined to create a masterpiece—her pièce de résistance! Louise also loves Art, her little brother. This is their story. Louise Loves Art is a celebration of the brilliant artist who resides in all of us.

Perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Nina LaCour, this romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Robin Talley has something for everyone: backstage rendezvous, deadly props, and a seemingly insurmountable obstacle to True Love. Melody McIntyre, stage manager extraordinaire, has a plan for everything. What she doesn’t have? Success with love. Every time she falls for someone during a school performance, both the romance and the show end in catastrophe. So, Mel swears off any entanglements until their upcoming production of Les Mis is over. Of course, Mel didn’t count on Odile Rose, rising star in the acting world, auditioning for the spring performance. And she definitely didn’t expect Odile to be sweet and funny, and care as much about the play’s success as Mel. Which means that Melody McIntyre’s only plan now is trying desperately not to fall in love.

Tom Wickstrom was born in Portsmouth, Virginia in 1950. He moved around often since his father was in the Navy and finished his high school years in Duluth, Minnesota. He went to UMD (University Of Minnesota Duluth) for three years, and then moved to Denver, Colorado in 1973. He became a Christian in 1976 and went four years to Western Bible College.He worked at the Cherry Creek School District in the maintenance department for 30 years, retiring in 2002. He is a lifelong bachelor, but felt led by the Lord to write about love and marriage. He has spent the last 9 years writing 43 books containing over 100,000 love songs. It is this resource that he hopes will bring a renewed romance, passion and commitment to marriage that will honor God.

In the spirit of Gretchen Rubin’s megaseller The Happiness Project and Eric Weiner’s The Geography of Bliss, a journalist embarks on a project to discover what it takes to love where you live The average restless American will move 11.7 times in a lifetime. For Melody Warnick, it was move #6, from Austin, Texas, to Blacksburg, Virginia, that threatened to unhinge her. In the lonely aftermath of unpacking, she wondered: Aren’t we supposed to put down roots at some point? How does the place we live become the place we want to stay? This time, she had an epiphany. Rather than hold her breath and hope this new town would be her family’s perfect fit, she would figure out how to fall in love with it—no matter what. How we come to feel at home in our towns and cities is what Warnick sets out to discover in This Is Where You Belong. She dives into the body of research around place attachment—the deep sense of connection that binds some of us to our cities and increases our physical and emotional well-being—then travels to towns across America to see it in action. Inspired by a growing movement of placemaking, she examines what its practitioners are doing to create likeable locales. She also speaks with frequent movers and loyal stayers around the country to learn what draws highly mobile Americans to a new city, and what makes us stay. The best ideas she imports to her adopted hometown of Blacksburg for a series of Love Where You Live experiments designed to make her feel more locally connected. Dining with her neighbors. Shopping Small Business Saturday. Marching in the town Christmas parade. Can these efforts make a halfhearted resident happier? Will Blacksburg be the place she finally stays? What Warnick learns will inspire you to embrace your own community—and perhaps discover that the place where you live right now . . . is home.

Readers have called her work “life changing,” “pandemic medicine,” and “part of my daily ritual.” Oprah Magazine and the Today Show have featured her work for its timely, uplifting wisdom. Now, Self Love Philosopher Melody Godfred shares her first poetry book, Self Love Poetry: For Thinkers & Feelers, a collection of 200 thought-provoking and heart-opening self love poems. In Self Love Poetry, Godfred explores concepts like authenticity, surrender, resilience, gratitude, believing in yourself, and of course, love, through 100 pairs of poems, each dedicated to a central theme. On the left side of the book are "thinker" poems that light up the analytical, more literal, left side of the brain, and on the right side are companion "feeler" poems that speak to the creative, more emotional right side of the brain. Combined, the poems electrify the mind, body and soul through a completely unique poetry experience that inspires each of us to embrace all parts of ourselves. This empowering poetry book will not only engage you to think and feel, but will make you feel seen, show you how to love yourself, and encourage you to seek out the hope and beauty in the world … and in yourself. It’s the perfect gift for yourself or someone you love, especially after a most difficult year.

Love's Melody: A Serenade of Hearts" is an enchanting tale that weaves together the magic of serendipity, the language of flowers, and the symphony of the heart. Set in the mystical forest of Veridia, this timeless journey follows the fateful encounter of Luna and Orion, two souls destined to be entwined across the ages. As their love blossoms, they discover that it transcends time and space, guided by the language of flowers and the rhythms of their hearts. This captivating story celebrates the power of love to unite souls and create a symphony that resonates through eternity. Join Luna and Orion as they dance under the moonlit sky, serenading the world with their harmonious love story—a melody that will touch your heart and linger in your soul.

From the author of highly acclaimed Self Love Poetry: For Thinkers & Feelers comes an uplifting guide that teaches what self love actually is. In The ABCs of Self Love, Melody Godfred offers a unique blend of inspiration, education, and action to make self love an instinctual part of your daily life. Self Love Philosopher Melody Godfred wrote The ABCs of Self Love after supporting the personal journeys of thousands of people around the world. In The ABCs, she joyfully shares her discoveries with you. With a refreshing take on every letter of the alphabet, this illustrated self love workbook uses poetry, real-life examples, and journaling prompts to help you intuitively understand foundational concepts like authenticity, boundaries, forgiveness, and progress over perfection. Whether you read it by yourself or with a group of close friends, The ABCs of Self Love is designed for you to move at your own pace. You can read one chapter a week or the whole book in one sitting. What matters most is that you’re doing this for you. Let The ABCs of Self Love show you how to cast off shame, regret, self-doubt, and fear so you can love yourself, reclaim your worth, and change your life.

A practical guide to deliberately manifesting your dream life, from a high-vibing channel who doesn’t believe that spirituality or personal development have to be so damn serious all the time! Deliberate Receiving: Finally, the Universe Makes Some Freakin’ Sense! is a hilarious, fun, but deeply practical guide for anyone who was inspired and excited by the promise of The Secret, but felt that it fell flat when it came to the actual details of how to manifest your desires in real life. Outrageously fun, infinitely logical and full of practical, applicable wisdom, Melody’s humorous, no-BS style is paired with an astounding ability to bring through higher guidance that will help you make seismic shifts in your understanding of what has been holding you back. This book guides you through a step-by-step approach to figuring out what you truly want, why you don’t have it yet and exactly what you need to do to get it. It will leave you uplifted and empowered to deliberately receive more abundance, fun and passion in your life.

Four different people; Zack, Melody, Maddie and Zayn. Zack is a famous rockstar, Melody is a struggling singer, Zayn is a musician and lyrics writer, and Maddie is an aspiring dancer. When Zack and Melody path crosses; Zack falls in love with Melody however Melody believes him to be an arrogant jerk; Maddie and Zayn form a friendship and attempt to bring their two friends together. As Zack attempts to win Melody's heart; she doesn't let him close and tries to keep her distance due to her past however soon Melody felling change as she open up her heart, but Zack becomes cold to her. Will they ever come together? Will there love of music connect the two hearts? How will the journey of these four people change everything?

In "The Melody of Love," the intoxicating dance of music and emotions comes alive in a story that weaves together the threads of enchanting melodies, tender romance, and the strength of the human spirit. The novel introduces us to Leonel, a gifted musician whose soulful tunes have been stifled by a suffocating creative block. In a world where passion and creativity entwine, his chance encounter with a mesmerizing street performer named Reese sets the stage for a transformative journey. Reese, possessed of an ethereal voice that leaves all listeners spellbound, captures Leonel's heart and soul with her haunting songs. As they become entangled in each other's lives, they discover not only a shared love for music but also a shared burden of past traumas that could jeopardize the harmony of their love forever. Their artistic collaboration becomes a mirror for their inner struggles, translating their pain, love, and healing into melodies that touch the souls of those who hear them. As their compositions gain widespread acclaim, the challenges of fame and the pressures of the music industry test the authenticity of their art and the resilience of their bond. In the glimmering haze of stardom, Leonel faces the allure of the music industry's temptations, igniting a rift in both their relationship and their creative partnership. With the dark underbelly of fame threatening to engulf them, they reach a precipice that could shatter the once-unbreakable melody they shared. Yet, at its core, "The Melody of Love" is a testament to the power of love and the unwavering spirit of those who refuse to be silenced by their past. Leonel's journey to redemption, fueled by Reese's steadfast support, unveils the potential of art to heal and transform. The novel delves into the resilience of the human spirit, inviting readers to bear witness to a tale of love's transcendence through life's trials and triumphs. As you join Leonel and Reese on their odyssey of rediscovering the essence of their music and the unbreakable connection they share, "The Melody of Love" will resonate with your heart and soul. Through its pages, you'll be invited to listen closely to the symphony of life's highs and lows, where the resounding music of love echoes eternally.