Books published by publisher Watkins Publishing House, LLC

A father is dead. A shifter child is missing. And a human female with a secret.As a human living in the shifter world, Jasmine Wyn followed one rule: Don’t trust shifters. Ever.A stalker with his sights set on her family tests her conviction.But it’s the shifter who vows to protect and love her who will end her life as she knows it…if she entrusts Rafe with her safety and her heart.Centuries of living didn’t prepare Rafe, a Royal feline shifter from the Alexander pride, for the day he’d meet his true mate.But now that he’s found Jasmine, nothing will take her from him. Not her doubts. Not the dangers of a human-shifter mating. And not the enemy lurking in the shadows.Nothing keeps a shifter from his mate…—————————This is an original Shifter World® novel.—————————Rafe is suitable for readers who prefer closed-door romance and tame language.This book is the clean version of Treasured Find by Nancy Corrigan, the Mainstream Fiction pen name of Dana Archer.If you prefer open door romance and adult language, then Nancy Corrigan's versions are for you.—————————As always, Dana promises a satisfying story, sensual romance, edge of your seat mystery, page-turning suspense, and an intriguing fantasy based on mythology with a happily ever after and no cheating.

FREE Download on Kindle Unlimited!Lina Sterling loves her family enough to leave them. They’re struggling to scrape out a living on the cruel, unforgiving streets of 19th century Boston, and Lina can’t find a job. The only way she can support her family is to find a rich husband somewhere – and the East is chronically low on men. Her only choice is to head out West on a train in order to marry a man she’s never met. Hotah, a Lakota warrior, still grieves the death of his beloved wife. His mother Wichapi tells him that he needs to take another bride – especially for his baby daughter’s sake. But Hotah can’t comprehend the thought. How could anyone replace his treasured Mina? When a train robbery unexpectedly brings Lina and Hotah together, they’re confronted by feelings they didn’t expect. And despite the fact that their love seems doomed to failure, every passing day sees it growing stronger…

He’s the only one that I want, but I’m not allowed to have much of anything... least of all a man who isn’t my owner.MyaI always thought shifters were fictional characters...until I started to change into one. I didn't know what was happening and turned to the wrong guy for help. Now I’m a breeder—nothing more than chattel in the shifter world—and owned by a criminal. And I can’t tell anyone what he’s done to me or anyone else. At least, I didn’t feel safe telling anyone.Until I met Rick.He stirs something inside me I’ve never felt—something primal and urgent and real. He can touch my soul and reach my wolf. He’s my other half, my one true mate. My heart knows this, but it’s not as simple as running off with Rick.I’m a slave.But I am more. Legally or not, I must win my freedom. Or I might be silenced... permanently.RickAs a Shifter Affairs agent, I solve whatever case I’m assigned...even if that means returning to my late mate’s pack lands to track a cold-blooded killer. At least that was my goal before I crossed paths with the one woman I never expected to find.Mya calls to my body, my heart, my soul. Our bond is rare and beautiful and worth fighting for. She’s my true mate.But ours isn’t a fairytale romance. I can’t simply claim my fated mate or promise her a love to last forever. She isn’t free, and I refuse to let Mya suffer under her breeding partner’s iron fist. To save her, I’ll have to legally break her bond or break the law. And there’s no telling how far her owner will go to prevent Mya from choosing love.———This book is suitable for readers who prefer closed door romance and tame language.NOTE: Rick is the clean version of Freeing his Mate by Nancy Corrigan, the Mainstream Fiction pen name of Dana Archer. If you prefer open door romance and adult language, then Nancy Corrigan's versions are for you.

Woodland games, crafts, and other outdoor adventures from the Forest School—for parents and their children The rise of the grassroots Forest School movement in recent years is part of a groundswell of concern about the wellbeing of our children, with many media scare stories about child obesity, "nature deficit disorder" (as described in Last Child in the Woods), and lack of exposure to risk. This outdoor adventure manual is the antidote! Packed full of ideas, from making nature jewelry and whittling a bow and arrow, to building a shelter and foraging for food, it also celebrates the Forest School philosophy of encouraging self-esteem, confidence, and social skills through engagement with nature. The activities contain variations for varied age groups, small groups like play dates or birthday parties, as well as things to do with just one or two children. Parents are encouraged to guide the play but the activity instructions are written in a simple style with fun illustrations so that kids can take the lead as well.

FREE Download on Kindle Unlimited!Marlene Burki came to Baker’s Corner looking for sanctuary. She wasn’t expecting to find freedom. Pregnant and desperate, Marlene would never have left her husband Jeremy if she’d had any choice. Even now, she’s riddled with guilt over the fact that she’s breaking the sacred covenant of marriage, and she knows Jeremy will never forgive her. But her love for the child inside her drives her to do whatever it takes to keep the unborn baby safe – even if it means she has to lie to everyone she loves. Her future is uncertain, her past is agony, and her present secret grows ever more difficult to keep. And when Marlene meets Zebadiah Hartzler, with his kind ways and gentle presence, is doesn’t make things any easier for Marlene. As the consequences of her secret grow and tragedy upon tragedy strikes her, Marlene can’t see how she will ever escape the web of suffering she’s spun around herself. It will take a miracle of healing, a divine plan, and an ocean of love to turn her life around…

FREE Download on Kindle Unlimited!Timothy Studor barely makes it through his former fiancée’s wedding. When it’s finally over, he’s ready to flee when he overhears his friends talking. Pausing to listen, he learns that the Amish district in Green Valley, Ohio, is calling for young Amish men from Hollybrook to move there and court their women. It’s the perfect chance for Timothy to get away. Though not interested in courting again, he nevertheless volunteers. In Ohio, Elsie Danner’s beau abruptly breaks up with her upon discovering the two of them are third cousins. Elsie doesn’t believe it would be harmful to any future children, but their bishop disagrees. When Timothy Studor comes to Green Valley, he and Elsie develop a connection through their recent broken hearts. But as time passes, Timothy realizes it might be more than that—at least on his side—but they both are trapped in their pasts.

FREE Download on Kindle Unlimited!Lucas Kinkaid is sick of being pressured to marry his sister Marjorie’s choice for him—Florence Weston. Lucas doesn’t love Florence and doesn’t even want to get married, but the women in his life have teamed up against him. He’s had it. He’d rather marry a stranger than the lazy, mean-spirited Florence. When he overhears a couple of cowboys talking about getting Mail Order Brides, he decides that will be his solution. He’ll order a bride for himself. Sara Jones doesn’t believe in love. She’s lost her parents and raised her siblings and now is desperate to offer them more financial support. When she sees an advert from a wealthy rancher in Colorado looking for a bride, she decides to take the chance. This man is willing to pay her way to Colorado and home again if things don’t work out. What has she got to lose? Upon arrival, Sara isn’t prepared for the hostility she encounters from Marjorie and her twelve-year-old daughter, Lilah. Nor is she prepared to face true love for someone who only wanted a way out. Sara fears she’d made a horribly bad decision in coming to Colorado, yet she dreads leaving the man she now loves.

FREE Download on Kindle Unlimited.Although it’s been nearly fifteen years, Zach Walker is still haunted by the death of his beloved first wife. He and his daughter, Rebecca, have carved out a respectable life for themselves in the wind-battered prairie town of Planter’s Point, Nebraska, where Zach has taken over his father’s saloon. Since the only other saloon in town shut down a year ago, Zach’s business has been thriving, but still, he’s lonely. Imogene Cromwell has everything—rich parents, a devoted fiancé, and a vibrant social life in Boston. But that was before a series of nasty rumors surfaced. Humiliated and accused of being a wanton woman, Imogene is left at the altar and abandoned by some of her closest friends. With her reputation shattered, Imogene might never recover. But then she sees an advert for a Mail Order Bride from a Granville Ulrich in Planter’s Point… But things don’t go the way she expects. Granville, the richest and meanest man in the county, has taken over management of a vacant saloon in town. And he’s got more on his mind than destroying Zach’s business. There are secrets being concealed in those shadowy, sawdust-covered rooms, and the trafficking ring he’s running will threaten not only what’s left of Imogene’s reputation, but her chance for future happiness. If only Zach can discover what’s really happening and rescue her.

Nothing will keep Lucky from protecting her beloved Will—not even frigid temperatures and mounting snow.When Will slumps over in the car, Lucky, his little dog, sets off in search of help. She braves icy conditions and dangerous highways, but help is nowhere around. With no other choice, Lucky returns to the car to watch over her lifelong friend.Lucky survives against tremendous odds only to face an uncertain future when rescue finally arrives eighteen days later. At 20 years old, Lucky’s future looks bleak until one little boy stands up to fight for her life.Lucky's Will is an inspiring true story that demonstrates the determination and wisdom of a child and the extraordinary resilience of a loyal little dog

FREE DOWNLOAD on Kindle Unlimited!Two years ago, Quincy Sinclair lost his beloved wife. He walls off his heart, placing his attention solely on his cotton crops and raising his two young children. He counts heavily on his sister’s help, not only with running the home, but in caring for his traumatized children—particularly his son who hasn’t spoken since his mother’s death. When Quincy’s sister announces her betrothal and imminent move across the country, Quincy is frantic. How can he survive without Helena’s help? But Helena has an idea. She sends for a Mail Order Bride for him. At first angry, Quincy finally agrees to a marriage of convenience. But Alma Fairman has different ideas. She wants romance, a beau who loves her, and a real marriage. So when she gets to Arkansas, she is devastated. Quincy’s two beautiful children are her only consolation. When she succeeds in getting Quincy’s son to talk, she prays that this might become the catalyst that sparks affection between herself and Quincy. But she is completely unprepared for his reaction. And then tragedy strikes. It seems like Alma will never find the love she desires. Nor will Quincy—unless he’s courageous enough to open up his heart one last time.

FREE Download on Kindle Unlimited!Wanted: Rancher in Planter’s Point, Nebraska, looks for adventurous girl willing to be his wife. Violet Swanson responds to the advert in the paper with haste. Fleeing an abusive father and an arranged marriage, she travels to Planter’s Point to answer the call from handsome cattle rancher, Kyle Stuart. Kyle runs an expansive, prosperous ranch, where he lives with his sweet mother, Grace. Together, they’ve gone through good times and bad. Now, as Grace’s health falters, she begs Kyle to find a wife, so he won’t be alone. Violet adjusts rapidly to frontier life – but when villainous gang leader Roger Bonnet comes back from Kyle’s past, she discovers all is not as it seems. Violet’s courage and adventurous spirit are put to the test as she struggles to understand Kyle’s mysterious past – and to find her own happily ever after.

Growing up in the modern world, our children have to cope with an ever-increasing amount of stress, which can feel worrying to both them and us. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, mindfulness and compassion, is the ideal basis for helping any child face these challenges with inner confidence and calm. Building on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautiful book retells 18 ancient Buddhist tales in a way that is thoroughly fun and accessible to children. Featuring original, full-page illustrations, the stories will transport children into imaginary worlds of enlightenment and discovery. Here, they will meet all sorts of delightful characters and discover easy-to-understand Buddhist messages that will empower them to think about how they can apply values such as patience, honesty, authenticity and generosity in their own lives. Designed either to be read aloud by parents to their 4–8 year olds or to be read by the older age range on their own, these compelling narratives help to focus and calm the mind, providing a soothing transition into sleep. And the selection of gentle mindfulness meditations at the end provides an extra practical dimension that can be used at any time to help enhance a sense of a calm and contentment.