Books published by publisher Olive Tree Press

The Harrisons Box Set: 3 unputdownable, sizzling contemporary romance novels in 1 fabulous boxed set. Find out why legions of readers have fallen in love with award-winning author Alexa Bloom's stunning contemporary romance series!ONCE IN A BIG DREAMAfter 5 long years inside, Joe Harrison is finally about to taste the freedom he's been dreaming about for so long, except that the outside world doesn't exactly look too kindly on ex-cons. Now, he's keeping his head down at Keeneland trying to stay out of trouble--except trouble finds him in the form of Rose Parmenter.Rose's perfectly ordered life is bubbling along very nicely. Except for the fact that she hates her mother's endless snobby society lunches, she'd rather be a photographer than an accountant and she doesn't love her successful businessman fiancé, Geoffrey. When her photography group heads to Keeneland one day, a chance encounter with gorgeous stablehand Joe, sends their lives skittering in a direction that neither one of them could have imagined. But even as they dream of what could be, the shadows of Joe's violent childhood are about to explode into their lives with savage fury.ONCE IN A BLUE KENTUCKY MOONTatum O'Connor thought she'd found her happy ever after with the guy of her dreams—but now her life is more like a waking nightmare than the fairy tale ending she'd dreamed of. Fleeing for her life, she winds up at enchanting Lockwood Farm—the place she'd always dreamed of as a kid, only to find that dealing with Lockwood's good-looking but cocky owner Blake Harrison, is a whole lot more than she bargained for. When her presence is unexpectedly discovered, events take a swift and ugly turn.Blake Harrison's relentless hard work turned his late father’s legacy Lockwood Farm, in the heart of bluegrass Kentucky, into a thriving five-star racehorse training facility—until a freak run of bad luck pushed it to the verge of bankruptcy. But even as his cherished family farm plunges further into debt, Blake finds himself magnetically drawn to the enigmatic new stable-hand with the endless doe-eyes. After a passionate waterfall encounter, Tatum's tangled web of secrets starts to unravel and Blake is rocked by the discovery of a devastating secret that leaves him with an impossible choice: does he try and save the family farm he cherishes...or the woman he’s come to love?ONCE IN A NEW YORK MINUTELaura Harrison is reeling from a failed marriage and a failed business - and the humiliation of her New York days still burns like it was yesterday. Drowning herself in work at the family's Kentucky thoroughbred farm has helped keep her demons at bay, but when her sister unexpectedly turns up from Manhattan, the mysterious letter she delivers forces Laura back to the city she swore she'd never return to.Back in New York, Laura's conniving ex-husband swipes the rug out from under her all over again and she decides to leave the treacherous NYC fashion scene once and for all. Only a chance encounter with old family friend—tall, handsome Marcus, has her thinking twice. She soon finds herself falling for her cute new roomie and his adorable young son, but when the fashion sharks start to circle again and Laura turns to the one guy she thought she could count on - can she survive the worst betrayal of them all?Read the whole series and fall in love with The HarrisonsOnce In A Big DreamOnce In A Blue Kentucky Moon (National Readers Choice Award Winner)Once In A New York MinuteOnce In A Nashville NightOnce In A Cape Cod Summer“Alexa Bloom draws you into her richly compelling world of characters so seductively, you'll be rooting for Tatum and Blake like you've known them your whole life. Perfect, heart-melting romance!” ~ 5 stars, Romance RocksFans of Debbie Macomber, Susan Mallery, Nora Roberts and Inglath Cooper will enjoy these heartwarming romances from award winning author Alexa Bloom.

WINNER - NATIONAL READERS CHOICE AWARDS“This deeply moving story of heart-stopping emotion and richly compelling characters will keep you up long into the night.” ~ Romance SecretTatum O'Connor is a woman in danger. She thought she'd found her happy ever after with the guy of her dreams—but now her life is more like a waking nightmare than the fairy tale ending she'd dreamed of. Fleeing for her life, she winds up at enchanting Lockwood Farm—the place she'd always dreamed of as a kid, only to find that dealing with Lockwood's good-looking but cocky owner Blake Harrison, is a whole lot more than she bargained for. When her presence is unexpectedly discovered, events take a swift and ugly turn.Blake Harrison's relentless hard work turned his late father’s legacy Lockwood Farm, in the heart of bluegrass Kentucky, into a thriving five-star racehorse training facility—until a freak run of bad luck pushed it to the verge of bankruptcy. But even as his cherished family farm plunges further into debt, Blake finds himself magnetically drawn to the enigmatic new stable-hand with the endless doe-eyes. After a passionate waterfall encounter, Tatum's tangled web of secrets starts to unravel and Blake is rocked by the discovery of a devastating secret that leaves him with an impossible choice: does he try and save the family farm he cherishes...or the woman he’s come to love?Readers are loving Alexa Bloom's inspirational stories:“Alexa Bloom draws you into her compelling world of characters so seductively, you'll be rooting for Tatum and Blake like you've known them your whole life. Perfect, heart-melting romance!” ~ 5 stars, Romance Rocks“Blake and Tatum's love story really touched me. There were some hard times for Tatum - but she's a survivor. I could identify with so much of what she went through. I just love books that touch the heart. You won't be disappointed. A must read.” ~ 5 stars, Avid Reader, Amazon"Bloom delivers authentic characters and a heart-grabbing tale that won't let readers go until the very end." ~ Tea & RomanceFind out why legions of fans made bestselling Once In A Blue Kentucky Moon a National Readers Choice and fall in love with The Harrisons today.THE HARRISONSOnce In A Big Dream (Prequel)Once In A Blue Kentucky MoonOnce In A New York MinuteOnce In A Nashville NightOnce In A Cape Cod SummerFans of Happily Inc., the Ransom Canyon series and Debbie Macomber's Dakota series will enjoy this inspirational story of hitting rock bottom and finding love when you least expect it.

Amanda is going to be a contestant on television’s hottest new game show for kids, Battle of the Brainiacs. The competition will be fierce, especially because the opposing team will be led by Gabe, her soul mate from Nerd Camp. Determined to win, Amanda fills her team with the smartest girls she knows: Jenny, her best friend from camp, and Ty, the cool new girl from school. But not everything goes according to plan. Jenny’s too busy to prepare, their practice session goes horribly awry, and Ty is so mysteriously aloof, Amanda doesn’t know if she can count on her to even show up the day of the battle. Ready or not, it’s lights, camera, action—girls versus boys on live TV. Which team will be Best of the Brainiacs?

The laugh-out-loud, award-winnning NERD CAMP series continues in bite-size NERD CAMP Briefs!Nikhil should be excited about the Summer Center for Gifted Enrichment winter retreat. It’s supposed to be a weekend of learning and fun with his best friends, Wesley and Gabe. But his mischievous little sister, Monishah, is attending the retreat too, and it’s Nikhil’s responsibility to keep her from causing trouble. Then Mo plans something that could get them both kicked out of Nerd Camp forever. What’s the world’s most cautious camper to do? Break as many rules as necessary, just to be safe.

In 1842, Edmund O’Brien fled English persecution in his native Ireland and caught passage on a ship to Boston. His railroad building skills led him across the country to Nebraska, and in 1861 Edmund staked his claim and built his “soddy” on the banks of the Wood River in Central Nebraska. The home was but a few yards from the Mormon Trail, and only a bit further from the Oregon Trail.Five generations later, Ronnie O’Brien, married to one of Edmund’s descendants, has collected and saved the stories of the O’Brien family. These stories, available nowhere else, are first-hand accounts of life alongside the trails that carried pioneers west. They are stories of the family’s friendship with the Pawnee tribe that passed through the area twice a year on their hunting trips; and of the critical assistance provided by the Pawnee that allowed the O’Brien family to survive. They are stories of the Mormon families and handcart pioneers that passed by the O’Brien’s door. And they are stories of the remarkable 21st century reunion between the O’Brien family and the descendants of the Pawnee.

Molly Marsh has always wanted to fly. For her eleventh birthday, she is given a gift that might just help her do that. Join her and her black cat, Kiki, for a wild adventure over the mountains and through the Australian bushland. Meet the soaring eagles, the grumpy koalas, the crazy kookaburras, an uppity kangaroo and a scary crocodile who bring this unintended outing to life.

The award-winning NERD CAMP series continues with bite-size Nerd Camp Briefs!Nikhil should be excited about the Summer Center for Gifted Enrichment winter retreat. It’s supposed to be a weekend of learning and fun with his best friends, Wesley and Gabe. But his mischievous little sister, Monishah, is attending the retreat too, and it’s Nikhil’s responsibility to keep her from causing trouble. Then Mo plans something that could get them both kicked out of Nerd Camp forever. What’s the world’s most cautious camper to do? Break as many rules as necessary, just to be safe.

The award-winning NERD CAMP series continues with bite-size Nerd Camp Briefs!Amanda is going to be a contestant on television’s hottest new game show for kids, Battle of the Brainiacs. The competition will be fierce, especially because the opposing team will be led by Gabe, her soul mate from Nerd Camp. Determined to win, Amanda fills her team with the smartest girls she knows: Jenny, her best friend from camp, and Ty, the cool new girl from school. But not everything goes according to plan. Jenny’s too busy to prepare, their practice session goes horribly awry, and Ty is so mysteriously aloof, Amanda doesn’t know if she can count on her to even show up the day of the battle. Ready or not, it’s lights, camera, action—girls versus boys on live TV. Which team will be Best of the Brainiacs?

What's more all-American than good old-fashioned Fourth of July fireworks? Like other cultural favorites such as baseball and apple pie, the booms, crashes, and brilliant colors of a pyrotechnics show can fill anyone with a sense of childlike wonder. Come along and watch how skilled technicians craft fireworks, choreograph a show, and then put on a fabulous display.