Fiction - Women

"Ab-e-Hayat" by Umera Ahmad is a profound and thought-provoking novel that masterfully weaves together the intricate threads of faith, identity, and relationships, guiding its protagonist through a transformative journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and spiritual awakening. With emotional depth, philosophical insights, and a nuanced...

A daughter is torn between family loyalty and desire for the man who can save her father's coal mine in this romantic gem from the New York Times bestseller. Beautiful, talented Glenna Reynolds would like to be focusing on her writing career, but she...

David and Scott Williams are in love with the same girl, again.Haley has never been happier than in her relationship with Scott. But she can no longer deny bad-boy David has gotten under her skin.Madison has always been insecure in love. The only satisfying...

After getting fired from her safe job, wannabe writer Jane discovers what a wide world of other Janes there are. Ego-surfing with her best friend Christian gives her THE IDEA: the book she was born to write.The next step? An epic road trip.With a...

"Rosano stages mysteries with the insider knowledge, finesse and flair of the accomplished wine, food, and travel writer he is. And it all happens in Italy."- Ambassador MagazineSome memories are never forgotten. As Tamara discovers the charms of Rome in the arms of her...

A woman sits on a city bus, reflecting on her life - do both need change in direction?Is it possible that a single pea left on plate can change one's future?What dark secrets are revealed by an old suitcase?And will the surprise for Christine...

Why do we follow the norm, even if it hurts?Sofia's final wish for her daughter was clear: Don't make the same mistake I did. Live for yourself.A moving story of self-discovery and resilience, with a simple but important reminder that life is short, and...

With Jerks, Sara Lippmann rides the proverbial clutch between wanting and having. Ambivalent mothers, aging suburbanites, restless teens, survivalist parents, and disaffected wives--desire is a live wire, however frayed; a reminder that life, for all its sputtering stall outs, is still worth living. The...

The Carving Place is the first in a three-part series that follows Lora Sinclair from her native Mississippi to adventurers in West Virginia. Sent to Appalacia to document customs comparable to those in Mississippi and the South, she finds carver Sam Wood and tries...

Champagne was going to make it all better. But it didn't. From San Francisco to Italy, Stacie can't figure out how and why things keep happening. Throw in a few murders, a secret vault, a husband she thought she knew...and it all ends up...

Faced with the challenges of midlife and a desire to leave the past behind, Miranda Peterson is on a quest for renewal that beckons her to follow the road wherever it leads her. While she strives to protect her heart from any risk of...

Immerse yourself in a tale of resilience, redemption, and the pursuit of truth with "What Is The Problem?" by Anne Fisher. This story weaves a spellbinding narrative that transcends genres, captivating readers with its powerful storytelling and gripping plot twists.Unveil the Shadows: Join Sarah,...

--Winner of a 2000 Lambda Literary Award"Like an official conducting an all-out strip search, first-time novelist Lauren Sanders plucks and probes her characters' minds and bodies to reveal their hidden lusts, and when all is said and done, nary a body cavity is spared."...

'I absolutely love Shari's books, funny, honest and heartwarming writing' Jenny Colgan, bestselling authorBrand new from #1 bestseller Shari Low. An emotional roller-coaster, that keeps you guessing...One day in summer, three lives are about to change forever.After two decades of looking after others, this...

The award-winning author of Comfort Songs, Comfort Plans, and Comfort Foods digs into the life of single-mom Anna Weber, an appraiser who gives value to other people's found treasures. On assignment to research a handwritten sheet of music, Anna helps a stranded motorist, only...

Along the windswept coast of Ireland, a woman discovers the landscape of her own heartWhen Annie Crowe travels from Seattle to a small Irish village to promote a new copper mine, her public relations career is hanging in the balance. Struggling to overcome her...

The New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2021 The New York Times Book Review Best Historical Fiction of 2021 Washington Post Best Books of 2021: 50 Notable Works of Fiction TIME 100 Must-Read Books of 2021 The critically acclaimed and Whiting Award-winning author...

In this New York Times bestseller by the author of The Notebook, a single mother sets out to find the North Carolina man who sent a message meant for someone else . . . and the journey may change her life forever. Divorced and...

Bell Harbor is a one-million copy bestselling series.Everyone in Bell Harbor thinks career-minded plastic surgeon Evelyn Rhoades needs a husband. Everyone, that is, except for Evelyn...sort of. Even if she did want a husband (which she doesn't...most of the time), she'd never let something...

A soaring debut interweaving the story of a heartbreaking, forbidden love in 1930s Kentucky with an unlikely modern-day friendship Eighty-nine-year-old Isabelle McAllister has a favor to ask her hairdresser, Dorrie Curtis. It's a big one. Isabelle wants Dorrie, a black single mother in her...

1919, Washington D.C. Elisabeth Beaumont comes from a renowned jeweler family, but after the untimely death of her twin brother, she's left on her own to run the failing family business. Desperate for work, she approaches the affluent crowd her brother Julien once courted...

E.M. Delafield's "Humbug" offers a sharply observed and humorous look at the complexities of marriage and domestic life. This witty satire, a classic of British humor, provides a timeless social commentary on the roles and expectations placed upon women. Delafield expertly navigates the intricacies...

"Possession" by Louis Bromfield explores the complex lives of women musicians in the early 20th century, delving into the intricacies of marriage and domestic life. This powerful work of psychological fiction offers a poignant social commentary on the era's expectations and limitations placed upon...

E.M. Delafield's "Mrs. Harter" offers a compelling glimpse into the intricate dynamics of marriage and domestic life in early 20th century England. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to explore a classic work of social satire focused on man-woman relationships. Delafield's insightful portrayal resonates...

Explore the poignant depths of "Morriña (Homesickness)," a collection of short stories by acclaimed Spanish author Emilia Pardo Bazán. This meticulously prepared edition brings together compelling tales that explore themes of longing, identity, and the universal human experience of homesickness. Bazán, a celebrated voice...

"A Christian Woman" by Emilia Pardo Bazán offers a compelling glimpse into 19th-century Spanish society through the lives of women. This meticulously prepared translation brings to English readers a vital work of Spanish literature, exploring themes of faith, societal expectations, and the complex roles...

Step into 19th-century Paris with Émile Zola's "The Ladies' Paradise," a captivating exploration of social change and the allure of seduction. Immerse yourself in the burgeoning world of the department store, a dazzling spectacle reshaping Parisian society. Zola masterfully captures the era's evolving landscape...

E.M. Delafield's "The War-Workers" offers a fascinating glimpse into England during World War I, focusing on the experiences of women engaged in war work. This novel provides a sharp social commentary on domestic life amidst the backdrop of global conflict. Delafield explores the challenges...

"Gripping human story ... passages on the front-line among the best I have ever read ... rich and interesting insight into Welsh life during the 'war to end all wars.'" Dafydd Iwan, singer-songwriter and Welsh activistWhen Welsh soldiers left for war in August 1914,...

A landmark literary novel of psychological horror from the author of I Become a Delight to My Enemies. Marlene calls herself a psychic wound healer, but really, her paranormal abilities are restricted to visions. In fact, they're restricted to visions of just one person....

Author: Anton SvenssonISBN-10: 0751557803ISBN-13: 9780751557800Publisher: SphereLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/02/2025Pages: 416Format: Paperback

The celebrated author of The Myth of You and Me explores an untraditional love story through the lens of a character actor who must finally become the hero of her own story. After a series of missteps in the face of his newfound fame,...

Maggie Finley has returned with her husband from the big city to her Wisconsin hometown, where she reunites with her best friend and awaits the any-minute-now birth of her baby. She's determined to create a safe haven on Hemlock Road, a neighborhood that has...

What kind of man would lie to his own wife about having cancer? A man desperate to avoid being saddled with life's responsibilities. A man like Paul.On a miserable October afternoon, as he stares down at his brother's whiny new baby, Paul realizes he's...

An intense and page-turning romance perfect for fans of Lynne Graham and Penny Jordan!Jake Carlyle always gets what he wants... especially when it comes to his runaway bride.To save her family's business, determined Madison Ellsworth must turn to Jake Carlyle, her ex lover and...

As Christmas approaches, Livvie Weatherill couldn't be happier. Her dream wedding to the gorgeous Dr. Zander Gillespie is just weeks away, set to take place in the fairy-tale splendour of Danskelfe Castle. Her new life in the frost-covered village of Lytell Stangdale feels perfect...

In 2003, at the prestigious Brookfield Conservatory in Boston, a chance encounter sparks an inimitable friendship between driven pianist and singer Anna Buckley and composer wunderkind Will Pendleton. As they strive toward careers as professional musicians, their bond deepens both from shared skill and...

Author: Emily HenryISBN-13: 9798217191086Publisher: Berkley BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/18/2025Pages: 400Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.81lbs

What if everyone in the world found out who their soulmates are at the same time? Olivia Adler's life is picture-perfect: a behind-the-scenes job she loves in a bustling newsroom, an engagement to golden-boy Wells, and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to create the documentary she's...

Author: Sheila HetiISBN-10: 1039007511ISBN-13: 9781039007512Publisher: Vintage Books CanadaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/04/2025Pages: 224Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.44lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.19w x 0.56d

A heartwarming new novel from Danielle Steel, whose countless #1 New York Times bestselling novels have made her one of America's favorite storytellers.Author: Danielle SteelISBN-10: 0593973054ISBN-13: 9780593973059Publisher: Delacorte PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/03/2026Pages: 272Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.25lbs

From New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean, a razor-sharp, wildly sexy novel about a wealthy New England family's long-overdue reckoning . . . and the one week that threatens to tear them apart."Deliciously impossible to put down."--#1 New York Times bestselling author Jodi...

'These brilliant stories buzz in the mind like a wasp at a window, long after the last page has been turned.' Carol Lefevre, author of BloomerGay Lynch sets her first collection, Hebe's Lament and Other Stories, in the contemporary cities of Budapest and Cabourg,...

In this steamy and emotional small-town romance, a disgraced ex-musician and a local handyman try to resist their growing attraction for each other--until a house renovation forces them together--from the author of How to Fake It in Hollywood and Will They or Won't They...

Author: Mary MensahISBN-13: 9798990406216Publisher: Mary MensahLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/14/2025Pages: 202Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d

Patrick O'Donnell is back on the road, working as a drum tech for the rock band Banger. But this time, he's left a piece of his heart behind - his new girlfriend, Allie Nolan.Though Allie misses Patrick like crazy, his absence allows her to...

It's a natty little euphemism, isn't it? Of a certain age. A flow of words so undergirded by conventional politesse that it's entirely possible a woman coined it herself. Vague enough to be gentle enough. But the ambiguity cuts both ways. You can't describe...

A plane crash. No survivors. Two widows left behind with everything to lose. Eva was once a scrappy journalist, but motherhood and suburban life softened her edge-until her husband's death forces her to investigate the biggest story of her life. Bank accounts drained. Documents...

If bad luck comes in threes, Breanna Huxley's had bouts of bad luck at least a dozen times.At thirty-four, she's drowning in debt, stuck in a moldy basement apartment, and can't stop thinking about that one gorgeous ex who dumped her. Toss in an...

Christmas magic sparkles through Cape May once again.When Margaret and Dave discover a Christmas tree farm beyond their property, they uncover more than just evergreens.Greg and Liz work steadily to transform Heirloom restaurant into Furnish & Feast, but their grand reopening plans hit snag...