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Ever felt like the last item left on the clearance rack? As a successful patent attorney, Ashley Stockingdale has all the makings of a perfect catch-the looks, the brains, even a convertible. But at 31, she's beginning to wonder if she's been passed over for good. Deciding to adopt a new attitude, Ashley suddenly becomes the romantic interest of three men within a matter of days. While her heart enjoys... (more)

He's Fine... But is He Saved?

by Kimberley Brooks

Twenty-three-year-old Sandy Moore is a new church member, but still loves the attention she attracts from men. Her unpredictable and flirtatious behavior keeps her friends on alert. Twenty-five-year-old Michelle Williamson tries to be a positive role model for Sandy, feels that she is strong in her faith and is looking for a sincere and upstanding Christian man. When she meets Pierre Dupree, she wonders if she has... (more)

The Day I Ate Whatever I Wanted: And Other Small Acts of Liberation

The Day I Ate Whatever I Wanted: And Other Small Acts of Liberation

by Elizabeth Berg

Exhilarating short stories of women breaking free from convention Every now and then, right in the middle of an ordinary day, a woman rebels, kicks up her heels, and commits a small act of liberation. What would you do, if you were going to break out and away? Go AWOL from Weight Watchers and spend an entire day eating every single thing you want–and then some? Start a dating service for people over fifty to... (more)

Deal Breakers

by Bethany Marshall

This is a book about men. Not all men, just emotionally unhealthy men. The ones who make you question, "Is it him or is it me? Am I making too big a deal out of this? I try to tell him how I feel, but he says I'm overreacting or needy or it's all my fault." Relationships are hard work, but how hard should they be? When do you know you are struggling too hard to make a relationship succeed? Deal Breakers is... (more)

It's Not About Me (A Second Glances novel, #1)

Second Glances

It's Not About Me (A Second Glances novel, #1)

by Michelle Sutton

When a young woman's life is shattered by a brutal attack, she is torn between two brothers, both of whom claim to love her. She is attracted to both, but which one does she love? How can she choose when her decision may cause a permanent rift between them? And more important, will she give her heart to the One who will sustain her even when human love fails?

Around the World in 80 Dates: Confessions of a Serial Dater

Around the World in 80 Dates: Confessions of a Serial Dater

by Christa Ann Banister

Travel writer Sydney Alexander is ready for one particular journey to end: her frustrating search for a Mr. Right. As a Christian twentysomething navigating the weird world of dating, she's encountered more than her share of frogs. From men who can't keep a jo to self-centered professionals, her lackluster dates leave Sydney wondering where the good guys are hiding. But things are looking way up. Just... (more)

The Five Love Languages for Singles (Chapman, Gary)

The Five Love Languages for Singles (Chapman, Gary)

by Gary Chapman

Gary Chapman first penned the best-selling The Five Love Languages more than ten years ago. The core message has hit home with over 3 million people as it focuses on humanity's deepest emotional need: the need to 'feel' loved. This need is felt by married and singles alike. Dr. Chapman now tackles the unique circumstances that singles face, and integrates how the same five love languages apply in their... (more)

Eat, Pray, Love

One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia

by Elizabeth Gilbert

This beautifully written, heartfelt memoir touched a nerve among both readers and reviewers. Elizabeth Gilbert tells how she made the difficult choice to leave behind all the trappings of modern American success (marriage, house in the country, career) and find, instead, what she truly wanted from life. Setting out for a year to study three different aspects of her nature amid three different cultures,... (more)

Flabbergasted: A Novel

by Ray Blackston

Stockbroker Jay Jarvis just moved east. His dating life's gone south. What else is a guy to do but go fishing? "This is one book you don't want to miss!"--Crossings Book Club "Blackston's light and breezy style makes Flabbergasted an ideal reading choice for a lazy summer night."--Bookpage "Blackston's first novel is refreshingly honest . . . Good writing and an ample dose of humor make this as charming... (more)

A Delirious Summer: A Novel

by Ray Blackston

To Neil Rucker, seven months, one week, and a day is too long to wait in between dates. But life as a Spanish language teacher to missionaries in Ecuador affords little opportunity for romance. When his worst student, Jay Jarvis, suggests a respite in Greenville, South Carolina, so begins Neil's delirious summer. Neil sees his chance to meet a sweet succession of southern women, but little does he know that the... (more)

Perspectives: A Spiritual Life Guide For Twentysomethings

Perspectives: A Spiritual Life Guide For Twentysomethings

by Colin Creel

In our 20s we make the most significant and formative decisions of our entire lives. We decide what career to choose and whom to marry, how we will spend our money, where we will live, what type of people we will surround ourselves with, and generally what will be the guiding force(s) of our lives. Ironically, these choices are made at a time when the most wisdom is needed but the least is possessed. As a... (more)

Saving My First Kiss: Why I'm Keeping Confetti in My Closet

Saving My First Kiss: Why I'm Keeping Confetti in My Closet

by Lisa Velthouse

Sweet sixteen and never been kissed Sweet 17, 18, 19, 20 . . . ? By default, Lisa Velthouse used to be a "party of one." Then she made it her own choice to date sparingly, purposely holding back the gift of her first kiss. She's looking forward to the romantic day when she can present her lips to Mr. Right-and later break out the party supplies she has been keeping in her closet.

They Were Single Too: 8 Biblical Role Models

They Were Single Too: 8 Biblical Role Models

by David M. Hoffeditz

The Bible holds many examples of adult singles—including Paul, John the Baptist, and Anna—who lived godly, Christ-honoring lives. Through their examples, author David Hoffeditz leads the way to spiritual freedom in the midst of living single today.

Keeping the Love You Find CST

by Harville Hendrix

A guide to holding onto love shows readers how to meet the challenges of a new relationship, avoid making the same mistakes, deal with emotional issues, and improve their odds. Reprint.

Odd Mom Out

by Jane Porter

Advertising executive Marta Zinsser is no poster child for her wealthy Seattle suburb-and nothing could please her more. This former New Yorker wears combat boots, not Manolos, and drives a righteous Harley hog instead of a Mercedes SUV. Now she's launching her own agency in this land of the Microsoft elite, even though her ten-year-old daughter wishes she'd put on a sweater set and just be normal. Can... (more)

Single Servings: 90 Devotions to Feed Your Soul

Single Servings: 90 Devotions to Feed Your Soul

by Lee Warren

Many Christian singles struggle with loneliness, physical desires, and expectations. The world has answers to all of these needs, but so does the Bible. In Single Servings, author Lee Warren, himself an unmarried thirty-something, offers ninety devotionals for single Christians who find themselves pressured by one or more of these challenges. He takes an honest look at the struggle as well as the benefits of the... (more)

Tony Evans Speaks Out On Sexual Purity (Tony Evans Speaks Out Booklet Series)

Tony Evans Speaks Out On Sexual Purity (Tony Evans Speaks Out Booklet Series)

by Tony Evans

Morality. Relativity. Right and Wrong. These are the complicated issues we face today. Everyone has an opinion, but who has the answer? Tony Evans refuses to let the voice of God be drowned out amidst the clamor of the crowd.

44 Scotland Street: Book 2

Espresso Tales

by Alexander McCall Smith, Iain McIntosh

Alexander McCall Smith’s many fans will be pleased with this latest installment in the bestselling 44 Scotland Street series. Back are all our favorite denizens of a Georgian townhouse in Edinburgh. Bertie the immensely talented six year old is now enrolled in kindergarten, and much to his dismay, has been clad in pink overalls for his first day of class. Bruce has lost his job as a surveyor, and between... (more)

44 Scotland Street: Book 1

44 Scotland Street

by Alexander McCall Smith, Iain McIntosh

Welcome to 44 Scotland Street, home to some of Edinburgh's most colorful characters. There's Pat, a twenty-year-old who has recently moved into a flat with Bruce, an athletic young man with a keen awareness of his own appearance. Their neighbor, Domenica, is an eccentric and insightful widow. In the flat below are Irene and her appealing son Bertie, who is the victim of his mother’s desire for him to learn the... (more)

Bridget Jones: Book 1

Bridget Jones's Diary

by Helen Fielding, Helen Fielding, Helen Fielding

"130 lbs. (how is it possible to put on 4 pounds overnight? Could flesh have somehow solidified becoming denser and heavier (repulsive, horrifying notion)); alcohol units 2 (excellent) cigarettes 21 (poor but will give up totally tomorrow); number of correct lottery numbers 2 (better, but nevertheless useless)" This laugh-out-loud chronicle charts a year in the life of Bridget Jones, a single girl on a... (more)

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by Kristin Billerbeck

by Kimberley Brooks

by Elizabeth Berg

by Bethany Marshall

by Michelle Sutton

by Christa Ann Banister

by Gary Chapman

One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia

by Elizabeth Gilbert

by Ray Blackston

by Ray Blackston

by Colin Creel

by Lisa Velthouse

by David M. Hoffeditz

by Harville Hendrix

by Jane Porter

by Lee Warren

by Tony Evans

by Alexander McCall Smith, Iain McIntosh

by Alexander McCall Smith, Iain McIntosh

by Helen Fielding, Helen Fielding, Helen Fielding