Books by Betsy Love
Matched in Miracle-9 book series
Returning to her hometown was never part of Lacy Cooper’s plan…until it became her only option.
Lacy’s vindictive boss unjustly fired and blackballed her where she’d worked at an investment company for the past seven years. Now she has no choice but to sell her LA condo and move back to Miracle, Texas. She purchases the beloved Miracle Inn and braces herself for a fresh start, praying her experience in finances can make it a success.
Tanner Gonzales has spent years burying his troubled past, finding solace in his work as the inn’s handyman. The new owner threatens the stability he’s struggled hard to maintain. He prays she won’t discover the secrets he’s hidden for so long.
From the moment their paths cross, Lacy and Tanner feel an undeniable attraction, but they face old wounds and insecurities. As their pasts collide with their present, both must confront their deepest fears and desires.
Can Lacy and Tanner move beyond their haunted pasts to forge a future together, or will lingering shadows keep them apart?
Find out in Hearts and Hammers, the first heartwarming novel in the Matched in Miracle series, where love and redemption await in the most unexpected places.
When two hearts collide, can love be the map that leads them home?
Hannah Maldonado is determined to honor her father’s last wish: a cross-country bike journey from San Diego to Jacksonville. But when a brief stop lands her in the small town of Miracle, Texas, her plan collides…literally…with Josiah Fleming, a ruggedly handsome local with a heart as big as the Texas sky.
After Josiah crashes into her, Hannah is left stranded. His kindness sparks an undeniable connection between them. Yet, Hannah knows she can’t stay. Her father’s dream calls her onward, while Josiah’s deep roots in Miracle hold him back.
As their hearts pull them in opposite directions, Hannah must choose between the love she’s found and the promise she made. Can she finish what she started, or will her father’s last wish lead her on a different kind of journey, one she never expected?
In this heartwarming romance, love is the greatest destination of all.
You will love this second book in the Matched in Miracle series!
Embark on a best-selling journey through the twists and turns of shattered identities.
In the sun-kissed paradise of San Carlos, Mexico, two doppelgangers find themselves ensnared in a web of confusion. Amelia is a wealthy heiress, while Savannah is a sweet Christian searching for her path in life.
When the women end up on the same flight to Phoenix, the women unravel the sequence of events that wreaked havoc on the trips. They make plans to rectify the subsequent misunderstandings.
However, their journey takes an unexpected turn when mid-air tragedy strikes. It leads to a devastating plane crash, killing one woman, and plunging the other into amnesia. The survivor becomes enmeshed in a world of intrigue and deceit where identity means everything.
In her search for truth, secrets unravel, and alliances shift as the quest for truth becomes a race against time.
Shattered Identity is a masterfully woven tale of suspense, mystery, and the relentless pursuit of faith and self-discovery.
“The only reason to put this book down would be in case of a natural disaster.” ~Luis
Falling in love is more powerful than elf magic…
In order for Peppermint to attend her brother’s wedding, Mrs. Claus turns her into a human. And oh, holiday rainbows those human emotions are powerful! When Peppermint falls hopelessly in love with a cowboy, she understands why her brother chose to lose his magic and remain human, never to return home again.
But Peppermint has a problem!
In North Pole Kingdom arranged marriages are the rule, and she’s already been betrothed.
Delbert attends his best friend’s wedding and takes one glance at that purdy, little filly. He jes has to have one dance with her. How could he fall so hopelessly for Pepper’s sweet-as-apple-pie-goodness? But Pepper doesn’t stick ‘round long enough to explore a new romance. Nine whole months pass by, and all he can think ‘bout is that gal who made his heart go all thumpity-thump.
Since her brother’s wedding, Peppermint has been stewing about her upcoming marriage. She can’t get Delbert out of her mind, and she has to find out if what she felt for him was real. Peppermint sneaks back to Miracle, hoping Delbert remembers the way their hearts had knit together, like a cozy winter scarf.
Together again, they can’t deny the sparks of romance unfolding amidst snowy nights and southern landscapes. But when Delbert finds out she’s engaged, it stirs painful memories of his cheating ex-fiancée.
Can they navigate the demands of family expectations and the shadows of their pasts?
Experience the enchantment of Peppermint’s Christmas Miracle and discover the magic of love.
Hyrum has to find a wife…and the clock is ticking.
But the only woman who holds his heart is the beautiful but terrified woman he saved from an attempted assault. She suddenly vanished before he could muster up the courage to introduce himself and ask her out. Years later, he stumbles upon her at the SweetHart’s diner in Miracle, Texas. She still sets his heart racing. Could she be more than just a temporary solution?
Since the death of their parents, Chelsea’s life revolves around caring for her little sister. Her dreams of a college degree are cut short, leaving her struggling to make ends meet as a waitress. That is, until a handsome, wealthy customer asks her to marry him. When her finances go from bad to worse, she agrees to be his pretend fiancé.
As Chelsea navigates her fake engagement, can she trust the strange connection she feels towards him?
Can Hyrum convince her to trust him after all her traumatic experiences?
Full of heart and charm, An Unexpected Proposal is a captivating, small-town romance that will leave you swooning from start to finish.
What’s an elf without his magic when finding true love?
Wink Everwarmth is a mischievous elf whose punishment is to find a boyfriend for Serena. Magically transformed into a rather homely human, he soon discovers his real torture. Wishing Serena would choose him. Sadly, she only has eyes for that questionable doctor.
Serena Hartman bounces from boyfriend to boyfriend, looking for the perfect match. She couldn’t possibly be attracted to Wink, could she? Nah! He’s far from ideal. But she can coax him into being her accomplice when she hatches a brilliant plan of her own.
Kablam! Every backfires. Wink just hopes she’ll realize there’s more to a relationship than a pretty face before he must return to North Pole Kingdom.
Every Christmas Romance needs a miracle…and a little magic. You will love this strangers to lovers story set in Miracle, Texas. Grab the sequel to The Miracle of Joie today!
A new clean romance series for you to fall in love with. Set in the fictitious town of Miracle Texas, you will find characters to warm your heart.
Newest book in the SweetHart’s Cafe Romance series!
Josh is definitely tempting, maybe even worth a second chance…
He stirs feelings inside Paige she thought were long dead. But the idea of trusting another man scares her to death. He claims he wants to take care of her. Could it be true? The last time she fell for someone who promised to love her, he turned into an abusive husband. She’ll never make that mistake again, especially since she has a daughter to safeguard.
Josh has never stopped thinking about his secret, high school crush, the girl who left him too tongue-tied to pursue. Now that she’s back in Miracle, Texas, he wants nothing more but to bring back the missing sparkle in her eyes. The only problem—he’s as clumsy around her as he was six years ago.
When terrifying phone calls threaten Paige and her daughter’s safety, Josh desperately wants to protect them. His home provides the perfect sanctuary, while giving her room to recover. Avoiding each other proves to be more than difficult.
Does Paige dare to trust Josh’s open kindness? How long should Josh wait for her to heal before declaring his feelings?
From the author: The books in this series can be read in any order.
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Meet Olivia and Zeke
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One delicious grin.
One pair of gorgeous golden-brown eyes.
And one stolen kiss under the mistletoe that she felt to the bottom of her feet.
That’s how Zeke captured her heart.
One cup of coffee.
One slice of apple pie.
One extra scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Olivia takes his order. Zeke still makes her heart flutter at the sight of him.
But is there enough apple pie and vanilla ice cream in the world to cure her broken heart
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Meet Emma Clark. She can’t fall for the guy who’s only passing through on business.
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Emma has sworn off men!
One cheating boyfriend
One lost barrel racer
One shattered dream
Emma isn’t ready to take a second chance, especially with that city slicker with a ring indentation on his finger. However, Luke ain’t just passin’ through, and she doesn’t need another cheater in her life. Oh, but those eyes. Gulp. Don’t fall for him, Emma Girl! Don’t get sucked in by his charm! Except…
One rescue
Then another, and another…
With it a gigantic price tag
A handsome face had already devastated her, and she certainly doesn’t need another. But…could Luke be the blessing she needs, or is he no different from the last commode licker?
Immerse yourself in this small, rodeo town and see what adventures you’ll find in Miracle, Texas.
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The Miracle of Joie-A Sweetheart’s Cafe Christmas Romance
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Joie, an over-confident rookie elf, is on her first assignment. It’s one week before Christmas, and she must find a mother for eight-year-old Emily. Not an easy task, since Emily’s grieving father, Matt, is not ready for marriage. He’s still bitter about the accident that killed his wife and handicapped his daughter.
When events turn Joie into a human, she loses her magic, and must use ingenuity to heal the broken family. How could falling in love be the answer?
“Find a cozy chair because you won’t want to leave. I loved getting lost in The Miracle of Joie. It is the perfect mix of intriguing characters, sweet romance, and a warm Christmas spirit that will stay with you all season long. The Hallmark Channel can’t beat this.” — Deanna Browne, author of Hooked
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This Mail Order StarBrides series is for those who LOVE romance and light space opera! Grab a copy today!
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The Healer’s Heart
With an impending murder charge, Giada must escape Earth before the Amahrian enforcers find her. Desperate, she accepts an offer to be a StarBride to a wealthy governor on another planet. What she didn’t account for was the handsome and irksome pilot whose only thoughts are about profits.
Captain Skyler Rohn can’t go back to Earth; he’s a wanted man and needs money to prove his innocence. When a job offer comes in that pays handsomely to transport a StarBride, Skyler can’t resist. Distracted by her beauty, he flies into an asteroid field. With his ship damaged, Skyler’s only choice is to land on a habitable moon before their oxygen runs out. If only Giada and Skyler had met before she had agreed to be another man’s wife.
“A sweet romantic tale with adorable characters for people who enjoy reading light space opera.” Katie Teller, author of the Amazon best-selling Kiya Trilogy
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Falling for a Fraud
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“Beauty is skin deep, but ugly is to the bone.”
That’s what Kat’s grandfather used to say. With the global games only a few months away, her jump team encounters serious financial troubles. Their only chance is for Kat to take the enticing, though questionable investment offer from Lorenzo Watt. One look at his handsome face reminds her of Granddah’s warning. She wonders if Lorenzo is worth the risk of a deeper look.
Lorenzo knows his looks are a commodity, an asset to charm and manipulate gorgeous women into marrying off-worlders. To him, it’s just a job that repays a debt.
Complications arise when he is assigned to lure Kat into being a starbride. He didn’t expect her to be quite so challenging, nor did he anticipate the lure of her beauty.
“This futuristic tale reminiscent of the classic Beauty and the Beast will keep readers up way past their bedtime. Rich in amazing detail and compelling characters, the author has created a story readers will have a hard time forgetting.”
C. Michelle Jefferies Author of LATENT
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Surrogate Hearts
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Havala must flee Earth in order to save the lives of her unborn babies.
Contracted as a surrogate mother, she never dreamed all three embryos would take. The outraged father sues her. She must abort two babies.
Havala’s only remedy is to accept a marriage proposal to a desperate off-world man.
Surrogate Hearts, the third romantic tale in the StarBride Chronicles series, explores the struggle of finding true love on a planet of incredible beauty and unforgiving danger.
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The Gravity of a Kiss
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His kiss changed her destiny…
Camille, the only heiress to the Beaumont trillions is betrothed to the vicious Amahrian prince. With only a few days before her arranged marriage, she has a chance encounter with Luc, a handsome stranger who kisses her for luck.
Afraid to return to the man who will dispose of her once she produces an heir, Camille stows away on Luc’s spaceship.
Luc is attracted to her, but his bruised heart has left no room for love. Unable to return Camille to Earth, he has no other choice but to take her to his home planet. Can they break down impossible barriers and find a home for love?
You will love this strangers-to-lovers Space Opera Romance.
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Elspeth is an intergalactic matchmaker who has never failed in her job—until now…
For over a decade, Elspeth has protected her heart from the scars of abuse and found solace in matchmaking. She’s good at what she does and is determined to prove it. She’ll find that new match for Alem, even if it kills her. And it just might. Her heart stops beating every time he touches her hand.
Alem’s starbride left him standing at the altar, so he crosses the galaxy to confront Elspeth requiring her to find a replacement to fulfill her contract, or she faces losing everything she’s worked for.
While Elspeth is indeed beautiful, she doesn’t have the healing ability that comes from the alien bloodline so vital to his home world. Yet, Alem simply cannot deny his attraction to Elspeth.
When war erupts, their quest is interrupted. As they work side by side to rescue abducted women from certain death, Elspeth and Alem find it harder and harder to resist the attraction that draws them together.
Elspeth knows Alem’s vulnerability and will do anything to protect him, even if it means spending the rest of her life without the man she loves.
To stay true to his quest of finding the perfect bride, Alem must deny his growing feelings for Elspeth.
You will love this enemies-to-lovers space opera romance. Grab your copy now!
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Losing Grace-not your typical cozy, Christmas romance, but one you’ll fall in love with all year long! You’ll find lots of twists and turns in the Groundhog Day meets Premonition. Grab a copy here!
Janae had the perfect life until the summer Lili drowned. Playing the blame-game for her daughter’s death wrecked her marriage and alienated her surviving children.
If only time travel could heal her wound…An angel was supposed to heal Janae’s wounds, not transport her five years into the future with no memory of how she ended up in a dingy, rundown apartment, living a life she never wanted. The last thing she remembered was wishing for a divorce. She’s either suffering from amnesia or she’s gone completely insane.
How will Janae ever right her wrongs with her family when every time she jumps back to the past, it only makes things worse?
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Coming up short in your writing?
Here’s some simple solutions to get you going again.For those of you who have tried to plot only to find you have deviated from your outline by chapter two, this book will explore some methods to achieve a great story writing by the seat of your pants. You will discover how these six easy steps will help to create a skeleton novel that allows the freedom of “pantsing” while following a loose structure. Included are lots of fun writing exercises to get your brain-juices flowing.”I loved it! This helpful and insightful book will help my pantser self write my next book. Betsy Love brought up things I hadn’t thought of before. I am excited to be able to have this book as a reference during my writing.” – Keri Brooks McWhorter, author of Second Love in New York City
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