McQuestion writes with a sharp eye and a sure voice, and as a reader, I was willing to go wherever she wanted to take me. -Carolyn Parkhurst, author of The Dogs of Babel Free-spirit Skyla Plinka has found the love and stability she always wanted in her reliable husband, Thomas. Settling into her new family and roles as wife and mother, Skyla finds life in rural Wisconsin satisfying, but she can't seem to quell her growing sense of restlessness. Skyla's only reprieve is her growing friendship with neighbor Roxanne, who has five kids (and counting) and a life in constant disarray-but also a life filled with laughter and love. Much to the dismay of her intrusive mother-in-law, Audrey, Skyla takes a part-time job at the local bookstore and slowly begins to rediscover her voice, independence, and confidence. Throughout one pivotal year in the life of Skyla, Audrey, and Roxanne, all three very different women will learn what it means to love unconditionally.

A Scattered Life

Literature & Fiction

McQuestion, Karen

United States

Mariner Books

Karen McQuestion deftly blends romance and comedy in this delightful romp where love is discovered in the most unexpected of places. When twenty-nine-year-old Lola Watson unexpectedly inherits a rambling house in the suburbs, she thinks her life just couldn't be more perfect--until her new neighbors make her their "project," a heartbroken high school friend crashes indefinitely at her house, and her younger sister announces she's getting married, on Lola's thirtieth birthday. Suddenly Lola's not so keen on her newfound domestic bliss. But when she meets handsome, mysterious Ryan Moriarty, Lola dares to hope she's found the perfect guy to one-up her sister and add a little spice back into her life.

Easily Amused

Unleash the novel within! If you have a great idea for a novel, but are unsure where to begin or how to keep going once you've started, this one's for you! Karen McQuestion, bestselling author whose novels have sold more than a million copies worldwide, delivers advice for crafting a novel from the first word to the last line. Introducing straightforward strategies learned in writing more than a dozen novels, McQuestion’s Write That Novel will spark your creativity and put the joy back into the writing process.

Write That Novel!: You know you want to...

Parenting & Relationships

NIGHTSKY PRESS

The Moonlight Child

On a cold January night, Sharon Lemke heads outside to see a lunar eclipse when she notices something odd at the house behind her backyard. Through her neighbor's window, she sees what appears to be a little girl washing dishes late at night. But the Fleming family doesn't have a child that age, and even if they did, why would she be doing housework at this late hour?It would be easy for Sharon to just let this go, but when eighteen-year-old Niki, a former foster child, comes to live with Sharon, she notices suspicious activity at the Flemings' house as well. When calling social services doesn't result in swift action, the two decide to investigate on their own.

Genre Fiction

Large Print Edition A gripping and emotional novel that will leave you wondering about the neighbors next door... On a cold January night, Sharon Lemke heads outside to see a lunar eclipse when she notices something odd at the house behind her backyard. Through her neighbor's kitchen window, she sees what appears to be a little girl washing dishes late at night. But the Fleming family doesn't have a child that age, and even if they did, why would she be doing housework at this late hour? It would be easy for Sharon to just let this go, but when eighteen-year-old Niki, a former foster child, comes to live with Sharon, she notices suspicious activity at the Flemings' house as well. When calling social services doesn't result in swift action, the two decide to investigate on their own.

Grimm House

A creepy and imaginative tale for fans of Coraline and A Series of Unfortunate Events. "A very gripping and haunting tale."--Molly's Book Nook "If you're looking for a great story to read with the lights on this is the one for you."-- The Book Whisperers "What is this place?" Hadley asked, looking around the dark paneled entryway. "This is our home," Aunt Charmaine said. "Welcome to Grimm House." When Hadley's parents leave on a cruise and then are reported lost at sea, her perfect world is turned upside down. In a flash she is whisked away to a new life of drudgery at Grimm House where she waits on not one but two persnickety old aunts. As she grudgingly fulfills their commands of cooking, cleaning, and even after-dinner-dancing, she comes to suspect the aunts are really witches who are scheming to take the thing she loves best. With only her wits and the help of some unlikely new friends, Hadley makes a plan to escape Grimm House and find her way home before it's too late. For ages 7 - 11, or those who are young at heart

Children's Books

A creepy, funny and imaginative tale for fans of Coraline and A Series of Unfortunate Events. When Hadley’s parents leave on a cruise and then are reported lost at sea, her perfect world is turned upside down. In a flash, she is whisked away to a new life of drudgery at Grimm House where she waits on not one but two persnickety old aunts. As she grudgingly fulfills their commands of cooking, cleaning, and even after-dinner-dancing, she comes to suspect the aunts are really witches who are scheming to take the thing she loves best. With only her wits and the help of some unlikely new friends, Hadley makes a plan to escape Grimm House and find her way home before it’s too late.

Animals

“I cannot recommend this book highly enough! It's a definite must read.” - Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
A gripping and emotional novel that will leave you wondering about the neighbors next door... 
On a cold January night, Sharon Lemke heads outside to see a lunar eclipse when she notices something odd at the house behind her backyard. Through her neighbor's kitchen window, she sees what appears to be a little girl washing dishes late at night. But the Fleming family doesn't have a child that age, and even if they did, why would she be doing housework at this late hour? 
It would be easy for Sharon to just let this go, but when eighteen-year-old Niki, a former foster child, comes to live with Sharon, she notices suspicious activity at the Flemings' house as well. When calling social services doesn't result in swift action, the two decide to investigate on their own.

“An engaging and charming story.” – Amazon review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
When Celia Lovejoy's grandmother moves in with her family, she tells her granddaughter magical stories of fairies living in the woods behind the Lovejoy home. Ten-year-old Celia believes they are just that- stories-until the day she receives an unexpected visit from Mira, a real, live fairy. Mira needs a favor in a matter of the utmost importance. It seems that Celia's house and the adjoining woods are in danger of being demolished to make way for a new highway. 
The person behind this horrible plan? Vicky McClutchy, a spiteful woman who holds a childhood grudge against Celia's dad. Fairy magic can counteract this evil, but it will only work with Celia's help. Aided by neighborhood friend Paul, Celia begins a danger-filled quest that takes her out in the woods at night to face her greatest fears. This magical tale of a plucky girl combines an entertaining story with an underlying message about the power of ordinary kindness.

Celia and the Fairies (The Watchful Woods)

Ein absolutes Wohlfühlbuch!Greta hat gerade einen Abschluss an ihrem College in Wisconsin gemacht und tritt eine Stelle als Praktikantin in der Vanderhaven Corporation an, die entfernten Verwandten von ihr gehört. Zumindest hat man ihr gesagt, dass es sich um ein Betriebspraktikum handelt, doch als sie in der Penthouse-Wohnung der Vanderhavens eintrifft, erfährt sie, dass sie tatsächlich von der Familie die Aufgabe erhält, die unberechenbare 23-jährige Tochter Cece zu begleiten, die wider Willen in den sozialen Netzwerken zum Promi geworden ist. Dalton Bishop hat ein Geheimnis. Obwohl er aus privilegierten Verhältnissen stammt, hat er sich auf das soziologische Experiment eines Lebens als Obdachloser in New York eingelassen. Auf dem Times Square begegnet er Greta, die die inkognito umherspazierende Cece begleitet, und rettet Cece vor einem Ladenbesitzer, der sie des Ladendiebstahls bezichtigt. Um sich für diese Kavalierstat zu revanchieren, lädt Cece Dalton ein, sie zu einer äußerst förmlichen Wohltätigkeitsgala namens The Forgotten Man Ball zu begleiten. Während sich der Abend entfaltet, wird man immer vergnügter, Probleme der Vergangenheit werden gelöst und jemand findet die Liebe.

Zwei Herzen in New York (German Edition)

Action & Adventure

Independently published

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A Scattered Life

Easily Amused

Write That Novel!: You know you want to...

The Moonlight Child

The Moonlight Child

Grimm House

Grimm House

The Moonlight Child

Celia and the Fairies (The Watchful Woods)

Zwei Herzen in New York (German Edition)