No one knows what the cloaked creature is or why it is so terrifying. The villagers of Wynnewood only know that they must stay away from 'the creature' for fear of their physical and spiritual safety. An unfortunate encounter with a dragon introduces Philip Ward to the creature, and to his surprise, he finds a friend, confidante, and companion in more adventure than he'd ever dreamed possible. Follow Philip and the creature as they rescue a lame child, discover 'pirate treasure', and test the mettle of true friendship Shadows & Secrets is the first book in the Annals of Wynnewood

Fresh out of college, Aggie Milliken thinks she's prepared for anything life can throw her way. Think again, Aggie After the abrupt loss of her sister and brother-in-law, Aggie is stunned to find herself the sole guardian of their eight lively children. If learning basic parenting skills wasn't complicated enough, she must also battle the children's half-crazed grandmother, survive a massive remodeling project, and navigate the waters of new friendships-alone. She has little experience with children and none with housekeeping, and it shows. What she has going for her is grit, a double dose...

Fairy tales aren't just for children anymore Welcome to Jackalopany Meet King Jack and Queen Felicia and their estimable children, Paisley and Jackson. Paisley has reached the year of her majority and is about to endure her "Majority Ball." She's unique, prank-loving, and not ready to change her life. She'd rather continue her days herding sheep, playing her harp, and avoiding the responsibilities associated with the Jackalopian throne. The shepherd Henry, Prince Rupert of Froggilandria, Kyle of Kaiandra, Marcus of Wellsbiundia, and the amusing Cletus of Rednecky all battle for the hand...

Her first six months of "motherhood" included an ant infestation, a major move, house renovation, and lessons in how to be a mom to eight lively children. Now that the house is nearly complete, her children are headed back to school, and she has a few tantrums under her hymn-singing belt, Aggie is certain life will settle down. Poor Aggie... William makes his intentions known, Luke and his mother are always there for her, and between a new kitten, a box full of puppies, and chicken pox, Aggie's home begins to resemble the local zoo Her children keep testing the waters, the unrealistic...

The Journey of a Lifetime begins in Wynnewood. After three years of friendship, adventures, dangers, and triumphs, Dove still wrestles with the ultimate question. Is I AM the God of her heart? While Philip struggles with the direction of his own life, his friend's secret threatens to divide more than friends. Who is Dove? What is Dove? And can Philip truly accept her when he discovers who is beneath the cloak she wears? The adventure continues beyond anything either of them could have imagined. With Philip studying at Oxford, who will help Dove as she struggles with trusting I AM, and who...

Searching for the elusive unicorns of Wynnewood's forests sends Philip and Dove on an adventure that threatens more than the freedom of the beautiful creatures. Will their quest to satisfy Lord Morgan's desire to own a unicorn cost Dove everything- even her life?

In the hubbub of wedding preparations, Christmas celebrations, and a house full of lively children, Aggie is feeling overwhelmed and unappreciated. Add to that two puppies who are growing faster than she can replace chewed shoes and fix dug fences, it seems like things just can't get any worse. Then, as she should be enjoying the most exciting time of her life, she's faced with her worst nightmare.

What do Brigadoon, saris, epic laser tag games, and Jesus have in common? Hope. Hope Senior-all-American girl and student at Rockland University. Her family came over on the Fortune, less than a year after the Mayflower arrived at Plymouth. Jay Brown-a charming blend of Indian heritage and American dreams. He arrived in the United States as a boy, something he hardly remembers. A chance meeting introduces them, and in time, Hope introduces Jay to Jesus. Her faith both intrigues and repels him. He respects and admires her Jesus. The stories in the Bible tug at his heart, but he cannot accept...

Willow Finley was born on the farm she shared with her mother. Though twenty-two, she rarely went into town, never went to school or church, and can name on one hand the number of people she's ever met. Willow has never used a phone, watched a movie, or ridden in a car. And no, she is not Amish. Until the morning that changed her life, she had only her mother as a companion. Now Willow is alone and learning that integrating into the rest of the world is both exciting and disappointing. Knowing that people have feet and hands of clay is one thing but seeing them in action is another. From the...

From the moment Willow arrives in the police station with her startling announcement, Chad fights the friendship he knows he can't avoid. After several weeks of estrangement, Chad interjects himself back into Willow's life against her will. An accident draws him further in and he connects even deeper with the beauty that is her life. While suffering from a blow that will take months to recover from, Willow is given the opportunity of a lifetime--one that would change everything she's ever known. Through Thanksgiving and Christmas, Willow reaches out to her extended family, discovering things...