Kellie Coates Gilbert

Chances are, you never know what story might be in the very next chapter... When recently divorced Allie Barrett receives a letter notifying her that she’s inherited her deceased uncle’s home and fishing charter business in Oregon, she quickly decides the coastal town of Pacific Bay might be the perfect place to start over and raise her eleven-year-old son. But her high hopes are dashed when she discovers the quaint home on the bay is really a ramshackle dump in severe need of renovation and the fishing charter is a run-down business requiring an infusion of financial capital she does not have. Worse, the town mayor and her son are her competition and employ extreme measures to block her success. With a surprise money source in hand, and the help of a no-nonsense widower who offers the love she’s always wanted, Allie finally finds things turning around in her favor. In fact, her story might just have a happy ending... that is, until her good-for-nothing ex, Deacon Ray, shows up and complicates matters. This heartfelt story is filled with charm and quirky, fun characters and is sure to please fans of Susan Mallery and Susan Wiggs. The perfect beach read!

Determined to drown out the pain of the loss of her beloved stepfather, Capri Jacobs embarks on a reckless journey of self-destruction, pushing boundaries and testing limits she never thought she’d cross. Not even her girlfriends can intercept her emotional implosion.But when she hires a quiet, steadfast man to renovate her mother’s home—a house full of memories and meanings—she encounters a love so unexpected, it feels like a lifeline thrown into her storm.

A powerful story of healing, new beginnings, and friendships that last a lifetime…Charlie Grace Rivers, a gutsy divorced mother, works hard at juggling life in the small town of Thunder Mountain, Wyoming, even when her cantankerous and ailing father balks at every decision she makes regarding Teton Trails Guest Ranch. Worse, he hires her philandering ex-husband. She runs to her lifetime girlfriends for solace and counsel at her wit's end. Still, none of their advice compares to the wisdom of a new guy in town who is staying at Teton Trails…a good-looking producer from a popular television show being filmed in the wilds of Wyoming, a man who might be the key to the happiness she’s long been missing. Charlie Grace bravely chooses to open her heart until her newfound happiness is put to the test, and she learns that her new relationship could put her at odds with much of the town—including her best friends—who worry Nick Thatcher’s television show will draw unwanted attention to their secluded mountain paradise. Is the promise of love worth the upheaval it may bring, or is it merely a fleeting dream destined to vanish with Nick's inevitable departure? Join Charlie Grace on her heartwarming journey of courage, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of happiness in a tale that will resonate with every woman who has ever dared to follow her heart. Perfect for fans of Robyn Carr and Sherryl Woods.

Aloha! Welcome to the Maui Island series where the dramas of everyday life keep the Briscoe family and their friends laughing, crying and falling in love. Set against the lush backdrop of a tropical island, Under the Maui Sky captures the emotionally charged, complex dynamics that come with being part of a family. Readers will laugh and shed a few tears as Ava Briscoe and her children discover what it means to be loved, supported and accepted by the people who mean the most… even in the face of deep betrayal. Ava Briscoe wants nothing more than for her children and the family’s pineapple business to flourish. When a dark secret comes to light, more than her steadfast resilience is tested. Christel is picking up the pieces after a painful divorce. She’s found solace in the family business. But a bitter discovery soon shakes the once-steady foundation under her feet. Katie is a wife and mother with a full plate. She yearns for purpose but her efforts to make her dreams come true falter when she learns nothing is at it seems. Aiden makes his living rescuing people on the island of Maui. When facing life’s changes, can he rescue his own family when it matters most? Shane believes life is a party, but sometimes life hands out more than a good time—fun crashes to an end and growing up is no longer an option. Come along on the journey... with all the messy wonder, humor, pain and ultimate hope of this heartwarming family as they grapple with an uncertain future and learn they can face anything, as long as they do it together. A heart-grabbing story, perfect for Robyn Carr and Susan Wiggs fans.

A dynamic story that will restore faith in the power of women’s friendships.When Capri Jacobs sets out to win a competitive snowmobile race in the snowy wilderness, she doesn’t expect to face a life-or-death struggle. When an avalanche leaves her clinging to life, she’ll have to summon every ounce of courage to make it home and discover that sometimes the bravest journey is letting others in.At Teton Trails Guest Ranch, Charlie Grace Rivers is blindsided when a visiting TV crew uncovers a priceless treasure on the property. What should be a windfall turns her small mountain town upside down, as friends and neighbors begin treating her like a lottery winner instead of the woman they’ve always known.Amid the chaos, Lila Bellamy is quietly wrestling with a life-changing revelation within her own family—a shift that reminds her of the unshakable bond between mothers and daughters, and the unexpected joys of embracing a new chapter.Full of heart, friendship, and the beauty of second chances, Losing the Moon will sweep you away to a small town in the scenic Teton Mountains, where life’s challenges bring women closer together and love always lights the way home.

You never know what you’re really made of until you lose everything. Texas socialite Claire Massey is living the dream—designer clothes, luxury cars, stunning homes. But everything comes crashing down when her charming cattle broker husband is arrested for fraud. Suddenly she finds herself facing attorneys, a media frenzy, and a trail of broken hearts. Betrayed and humiliated, Claire must maneuver incredible odds to save her family—and discover a life worth living. Author Kellie Coates Gilbert delivers a story both poignant and emotionally gripping that celebrates the kind of fortune that lasts.

Some friendships last a lifetime… but what happens when life forces a change?As mayor of Thunder Mountain, Reva Nygard has spent years guiding her town with a steady hand and an open heart. But when an unexpected family crisis calls her back to Georgia, she faces an impossible decision—one that will alter not only her future but the lives of those who love her most.Her three lifelong friends—Charlie Grace, Capri, and Lila—are rocked by the news. As each woman navigates personal changes of her own, they lean on the friendship that has carried them through life’s highest peaks and deepest valleys. Yet just as they begin to find their footing, the town is shaken by unforeseen challenges, forcing Reva to decide if leaving Thunder Mountain is truly the right choice… or if some bonds are too strong to break.Full of heart, laughter, and the kind of twists that only life in the Teton Mountains can deliver, Friends Are Forever is a powerful story about love, sacrifice, and the friendships that shape who we are—no matter where life takes us.Perfect for fans of Robyn Carr, Sherryl Woods, and Nancy Naigle.