Anna Schmidt

Her four stepchildren are thrilled when they learn an ice cream shop will be opening in their small Amish community. But widow Pleasant Obermeier isn't so pleased. Spending time with handsome shop owner Jeremiah Troyer is too much for a woman who's only ever been wounded by love. And now he wants to use her baking skills in his shop? Out of the question! A harsh childhood left Jeremiah convinced that family life wasn't for him. Yet something about the Obermeiers moves his heart. If he can win Pleasant's trust and learn to trust himself, then he may gain the ultimate blessing – a lifetime of love.

What could bring an Amish widow and a wealthy circus owner together? Though Hannah Goodloe knew she'd violated countless unwritten laws, she had to visit the only man who could help find her runaway son. But when the enigmatic Levi Harmon agreed to take her on his train, the results were utterly unpredictable. Levi never expected to find the embodiment of all he wanted in a woman in the soft–spoken, plainly dressed Hannah. And for Hannah, to love an outsider was to be shunned. The simple pleasures of family, faith and place to belong seemed an impossible dream. Unless Levi unlocked his past and opened his heart to God's plan.

Two heartwarming holiday novels by Anna Schmidt in one keepsake collection  

LASSO HER HEART 

A painful past has Bethany Taft believing she'll never be a bride. But when her beloved sixty–year–old aunt gets engaged, Bethany finds joy in being her wedding planner. And as she gets to know the groom's son, charming rancher Cody Dillard, she wonders if wedding bells will soon be in her future, too. 

MISTLETOE REUNION 

His former wife is on his flight home for the holidays? Divorced dad Tom Wallace knows their young daughter is behind this "coincidence" and that Norah Wallace still makes his heart skip a beat. Stranded in the airport during a snowstorm, Tom and Norah may get a second chance at forever.  

"Schmidt's characters are witty, charming, mysterious and worth getting to know." –RT Book Reviews

Experience love and healing in these Amish tales.

Loving Isaac - Rebecca Kertz

Back in his Amish community, Isaac Lapp works to rebuild his tattered reputation. His one saving grace is childhood pal Ellen Mast. But even though Ellen’s kindness and beauty are helping him become more confident each day, the lure of the non-Amish world beckons. Isaac must make a choice: a life beyond Happiness, Pennsylvania...or the woman who might just become his forever home.

A Groom for Greta - Anna Schmidt

When Greta Goodloe’s longtime sweetheart ends their engagement, she decides to take comfort in matchmaking her quiet schoolmarm sister with handsome newcomer Luke Starns. Yet the more she tries to throw them together, the more Luke fascinates her. And Luke can’t help but be charmed by Greta’s warm smile. Does he dare to stray from the sensible choice and take a chance on happiness?

Divorced dad Tom Wallace knows their young daughter is behind this "coincidence." He also knows Norah Wallace still makes his heart skip a beat. When a snowstorm strands the trio in the airport for the weekend, Tom rediscovers how truly blessed he used to be.

Once they're finally in Wisconsin for Christmas, two sets of grandparents are suddenly generous with the mistletoe. One kiss leads to another. And soon the entire family has the same sweet Christmas wish.

Men and women follow their hearts in Amish country.

The Doctor's Blessing - Patricia Davids

As a nurse-midwife, Amber Bradley clashes with Hope Springs' new doctor, who insists all maternity patients deliver at a hospital. Amber is determined to show Dr Phillip White that the Amish have a different way of life. But as he becomes a part of the community, and her future dreams, Amber must convince Phillip he's found a home - with her.

Hannah's Journey - Anna Schmidt

Though Amish widow Hannah Goodloe knows she'll violate countless laws, she asks Levi Harmon to help locate her runaway son. Levi never expected to find all he wanted in a woman in the soft-spoken Hannah. But how can he ask for her love when she'll be shunned? Unless Levi unlocks the secrets from his past and reveals the truth in his heart.