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Christian Fiction September 2026 |
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Our 2026 On The Same Page selection is Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez. From Sept. 21-Oct. 18 all Forsyth County Public Library branches will host discussions, events, and activities highlighting the book and its themes. Review the full schedule of On The Same Page events, information about the book, and more on forsythlibrary.org. |
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| A Lady's Handbook to Gadgets and Guile by Angela BellIn 1895 London, Margaret Kingsley expertly creates gadgets for the Daughters of Genius Society's covert team of lady inspectors. Margaret, who has chronic pain and often needs a wheelchair, goes into the field for the first time when her expertise is needed to find out who's stealing patents. This fun, faith-filled series starter mixes historical romance and cozy mystery with elements of steampunk. For fans of: Roseanna M. White's Imposter series; Jen Turano's Bleecker Street Inquiry Agency novels. |
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| The Spy Keeper of Marseille by Roseanna M. WhiteIn Nazi-occupied France, newly widowed Zelie Bellerose joins the Resistance, becoming a leader against all odds. She works with pianist Marcel Laurent, who gathers intelligence from loose-lipped music patrons and airs coded messages during radio performances. Zelie and Marcel grow close, but their world is steeped in danger. "Profound and masterful," raves Booklist. Read-alikes: Elizabeth Musser's From the Valley We Rise; Sarah Sundin's Until Leaves Fall in Paris. |
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| Scent of Hope by Susan May WarrenPI Harley Tatum goes back to Copper Mountain, Alaska, to find a fugitive drug lord. To locate him, she teams up with the man who broke her heart, Jericho Bowie, and his K-9 Orlando, but they'll need courage, faith, and trust to survive. This is the action-packed 2nd in the Call of the Wild trilogy; the 3rd entry, Trail of the Brave, comes out in November. For fans of: second chance romances; Colleen Coble's Sanctuary series; Elizabeth Goddard's Missing in Alaska novels. |
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| A Mismatch Made in London by Melanie DickersonGrowing up in the country with 11 siblings, Amelia Moore has always been happy, but at 22, she's excited when her aunt invites her to London for the social season. Though she feels out of place initially, Amelia becomes fast friends with orphaned Juliet Beaumont. They grow ever closer, despite Juliet's rude brother, the Season's most eligible bachelor, who believes Amelia is using Juliet to get close to him. For fans of: Regency romances; new takes on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. |
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Chase the Light by Suzanne Woods FisherRanger Scout Johnson discovers a century-old mystery that launches a treasure hunt across Acadia National Park. Teaming with Naki Dana, whose native heritage unlocks hidden clues, Scout feels an unexpected connection. But local reporter Chase Fletcher is chasing both the story and Scout, leaving her caught between two men and a century of secrets. For fans of: mysteries, love triangles and wholesome romance.
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With the Enduring Tides by Jane KirkpatrickOn the rugged Oregon coast, a group of women's lives intertwine through their shared pioneering spirit and the steadfast presence of Mary Gerritse. As Mary seeks to heal her family--and herself--her friends provide comfort even as they face challenges of their own. They must endure to find refuge in the faith that brings strength amid great uncertainty. Inspired by a true story, this is the 2nd book in the Women of Cannon Beach series.
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An Appearance of Improprietyby Jayna BreighLos Angeles judge Mahalia Jackson has always refused to date attorneys. But working with compassionate lawyer JD Cash -- and later presiding over one of his cases -- tests that rule. When anonymous accusations threaten her reputation and career, Mahalia must decide whether their growing love is worth the risk in this faith-filled romantic legal drama about integrity, second chances, and taking risks for love. |
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The Beginner's Quilt by Wanda E. BrunstetterIndiana, 1967. Outdoorsy Emma Bontager has never quite fit the mold of an Amish daughter. Hoping to guide her onto the traditional path, Emma is sent to Arthur, Illinois, to live under the watchful eye of her grandmother. There, Emma discover an unexpected new passion for quilting. As her stitches grow steadier, so does her heart. After meeting a man about whom rumors have been swirling, Emma must decide if she'll return home with a broken heart, or dare to risk everything for a love as enduring as the quilt she's creating. The book is a stand-alone prequel to The Half-Stitched Amish Quilting Club and Half-Stitched, the musical. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Forsyth County Public Library
660 W. Fifth St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101
336-703-2665forsythlibrary.org |
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