Books with author Virginia T. Gross

Would you walk away from love to follow your dream?Becoming someone new is Susan's only hope for a lucrative career. Instead of enjoying a carefree college experience like her roommate, she's spent her time transforming from an unremarkable Southern girl to an impressive Northern businesswoman. But the personal cost of this metamorphosis has been high, and her relationship with Ben, the only guy who's ever truly cared for her, has suffered. When an incredible opportunity presents itself, Susan is suddenly faced with the toughest decision of her life. Will she turn her back on her dreams and move South again to be with Ben or give up love for the perfect job?Fans of Kristan Higgins and Susan Elizabeth Phillips will devour this refreshing and supremely optimistic rite of passage story about friendship, finding yourself, and defying the odds.

Weaving, fishing, and storytelling are all part of this spirited book that celebrates Native American traditions as it teaches young children to count from one to ten. The book's whimsical illustrations, reminiscent of Beatrix Potter, glow with brilliant color and are filled with fascinating detail. Each number introduces a facet of traditional Native American culture, such as Pueblo corn dances or Navajo weaving, and the simple, rhyming text is enhanced by a brief afterword on Native American customs. Ideal for storytime or bedtime, this is a book sure to leave children counting rabbits instead of sheep.

Get ready to fall in love with Susan Wade: goddess of business, woman of mystery, ruler of the free world...if she can land a job, that is. A real one. Like, one that pays! With graduation looming, Susan Wade’s job prospects are bleak. Following her semi-boyfriend to the bowels of Texas or managing a dilapidated diner are her only options until she’s unexpectedly offered the interview of a lifetime. But when a corporate shark challenges her integrity, will she blow her chance at this dream job or swallow her ego? Find out in this hilarious comedy, rife with psychotic roommates, questionable fashion choices, and an epic search for the perfect cup of coffee.