Don't miss what Indie Picks Magazine is calling the “Breakout Novel of 2018”

The Summer of New Beginnings: A Magnolia Grove Novel has already racked up over 50 advanced reviews on Goodreads with 4.72 stars!

“In The Summer of New Beginnings, Bette Lee Crosby writes from the heart about the enduring love of family, the emotional ups and downs of sisterhood, and the sweet, touching beauty of small-town life in America. It’s a feel-good read with characters you’ll cherish and never want to forget.” —Julianne MacLean, USA Today bestselling author

“There’s always a promise of high-quality prose when a Bette Lee Crosby novel is opened. The Summer of New Beginnings does not disappoint. Love, loss, fear, hope, and courage combine to deliver an emotional and fulfilling story.” —Patricia Sands, bestselling author of Drawing Lessons

“Simply put, Bette Lee Crosby books are instant classics, each one finding a home among America's most beloved tales of family and the bonds that make us human. This book is a treasure. And a must-read for those who love heartwarming family sagas.” —Heather Burch, bestselling author of In the Light of the Garden and One Lavender Ribbon

“Bette Lee Crosby’s The Summer of New Beginnings is a heartwarming story of unconditional love and resilience in the aftermath of a monumental loss. Readers will be hooked as they are taken along for the ride on a poignant journey of healing and hope.” —Kay Bratt, bestselling author of Wish Me Home

“Once again Bette Lee Crosby has created a heartwarming story about family, forgiveness, and the magic of new beginnings. A charming book that readers will savor to the very last page.” —Christine Nolfi, bestselling author of Sweet Lake

“In The Summer of New Beginnings, Bette Lee Crosby invites the reader into the hearts and lives of her characters, and the experience is something to be treasured.” —Grace Greene, USA Today bestselling author

“A charming tale of discovery by the talented Bette Lee Crosby. Two sisters of very different personalities, one determined to be with the man she loves and the other bound to the memory of their father, chart their paths in this heartwarming story of sacrifice, determination, and devotion.” —Ashley Farley, bestselling author of the Sweeney Sisters Series

I know I can’t. I’ve made plenty of bad choices. Stayed when I should have gone. Said yes when I should have said no. Rushed into something when I should have stopped to think it over. I’ve made plenty bad choices, but the queen of bad choices was my sister Donna. She was a girl who loved a party, and loved the wrong men. She chose to drink. She chose to smoke. And, she died far too young. Meghan’s sister Tracy is a lot like Donna. She loved a good time, loved Dominic, and was blind to the fact that he loved himself more than he loved her.

Now Tracy Briggs is back in Magnolia Grove, a single mom with a fifteen-month-old baby who has not spoken a single word. For the sake of her baby, Tracy wants to set things straight, get a fresh start, and change the type of choices she’s been making. But it’s not all that easy, she’s definitely going to need help. For the Briggs sisters it truly will be “The Summer of New Beginnings”

To enter the Healing Hearts contest, comment below and tell me… Who is the one friend or family member you can always count on to be there for you?

The Women’s Fiction Fans Healing Hearts contest will be open all month and you can enter as often as your like.

For extra points and to also be entered in my weekly giveaway for a signed print book, share your answer on my Facebook page or follow me on Amazon.

Don't miss what Indie Picks Magazine is calling the “Breakout Novel of 2018”

The Summer of New Beginnings: A Magnolia Grove Novel has already racked up over 50 advanced reviews on Goodreads with 4.72 stars!

“In The Summer of New Beginnings, Bette Lee Crosby writes from the heart about the enduring love of family, the emotional ups and downs of sisterhood, and the sweet, touching beauty of small-town life in America. It’s a feel-good read with characters you’ll cherish and never want to forget.” —Julianne MacLean, USA Today bestselling author

“There’s always a promise of high-quality prose when a Bette Lee Crosby novel is opened. The Summer of New Beginnings does not disappoint. Love, loss, fear, hope, and courage combine to deliver an emotional and fulfilling story.” —Patricia Sands, bestselling author of Drawing Lessons

“Simply put, Bette Lee Crosby books are instant classics, each one finding a home among America's most beloved tales of family and the bonds that make us human. This book is a treasure. And a must-read for those who love heartwarming family sagas.” —Heather Burch, bestselling author of In the Light of the Garden and One Lavender Ribbon

“Bette Lee Crosby’s The Summer of New Beginnings is a heartwarming story of unconditional love and resilience in the aftermath of a monumental loss. Readers will be hooked as they are taken along for the ride on a poignant journey of healing and hope.” —Kay Bratt, bestselling author of Wish Me Home

“Once again Bette Lee Crosby has created a heartwarming story about family, forgiveness, and the magic of new beginnings. A charming book that readers will savor to the very last page.” —Christine Nolfi, bestselling author of Sweet Lake

“In The Summer of New Beginnings, Bette Lee Crosby invites the reader into the hearts and lives of her characters, and the experience is something to be treasured.” —Grace Greene, USA Today bestselling author

“A charming tale of discovery by the talented Bette Lee Crosby. Two sisters of very different personalities, one determined to be with the man she loves and the other bound to the memory of their father, chart their paths in this heartwarming story of sacrifice, determination, and devotion.” —Ashley Farley, bestselling author of the Sweeney Sisters Series

Don't miss the release party on March 29th!

CLICK HERE – to join Bette's fans on Facebook for a book chat about The Summer of New Beginnings and exclusive giveaways!

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Don't miss what Indie Picks Magazine is calling the “Breakout Novel of 2018”

The Summer of New Beginnings: A Magnolia Grove Novel has already racked up over 50 advanced reviews on Goodreads with 4.72 stars!

“In The Summer of New Beginnings, Bette Lee Crosby writes from the heart about the enduring love of family, the emotional ups and downs of sisterhood, and the sweet, touching beauty of small-town life in America. It’s a feel-good read with characters you’ll cherish and never want to forget.” —Julianne MacLean, USA Today bestselling author

“There’s always a promise of high-quality prose when a Bette Lee Crosby novel is opened. The Summer of New Beginnings does not disappoint. Love, loss, fear, hope, and courage combine to deliver an emotional and fulfilling story.” —Patricia Sands, bestselling author of Drawing Lessons

“Simply put, Bette Lee Crosby books are instant classics, each one finding a home among America's most beloved tales of family and the bonds that make us human. This book is a treasure. And a must-read for those who love heartwarming family sagas.” —Heather Burch, bestselling author of In the Light of the Garden and One Lavender Ribbon

“Bette Lee Crosby’s The Summer of New Beginnings is a heartwarming story of unconditional love and resilience in the aftermath of a monumental loss. Readers will be hooked as they are taken along for the ride on a poignant journey of healing and hope.” —Kay Bratt, bestselling author of Wish Me Home

“Once again Bette Lee Crosby has created a heartwarming story about family, forgiveness, and the magic of new beginnings. A charming book that readers will savor to the very last page.” —Christine Nolfi, bestselling author of Sweet Lake

“In The Summer of New Beginnings, Bette Lee Crosby invites the reader into the hearts and lives of her characters, and the experience is something to be treasured.” —Grace Greene, USA Today bestselling author

“A charming tale of discovery by the talented Bette Lee Crosby. Two sisters of very different personalities, one determined to be with the man she loves and the other bound to the memory of their father, chart their paths in this heartwarming story of sacrifice, determination, and devotion.” —Ashley Farley, bestselling author of the Sweeney Sisters Series

Don't miss the release party on March 29th!

CLICK HERE – to join Bette's fans on Facebook for a book chat about The Summer of New Beginnings and exclusive giveaways!

It’s human nature; we all do it. We refuse to get rid of that too-small dress hanging in the back of the closet, we keep the diamond earring with no mate, and sometimes we cling to a memory of the past until it clouds our vision of the future. Meghan Briggs is no different. She loved her daddy with all her heart, and now that he’s gone she’s determined to hang onto the Snip ‘n Save Magazine because it’s the last little bit of him she has. Her mama and sister have tried to point out the foolishness of this, but Meghan refuses to listen. She’s determined to stick it out…well that is, until a stray pup comes into her life.

Me? Well I’ve been holding onto my favorite pair of sandals; they have loose threads in the back and the toe is scuffed, but still I keep them. Maybe I should admit they are long past their prime and get rid of them… make room in the closet for a new pair? Not a bad idea. I’ll buy myself a pair of sandals that are bright and sparkly and make this my Summer of New Beginnings.

To enter the Healing Hearts contest, comment below and tell me what you’ve been holding onto… is a memory that clouds your vision or something tangible like my sandals? And, what’s next? Will you keep it or let it go?

The Women’s Fiction Fans Healing Hearts contest will be open all month and you can enter as often as your like.

For extra points and to also be entered in my weekly giveaway for a signed print book, share your answer on my Facebook page, or follow my author page on Amazon.