cover illustration by Kay Salem, published by Heartsong Presents, inspirational romance, paperback, copyright 1997

Destiny, Arizona holds too many memories of Jessie Stewart's life as an orphan. But more than that, Destiny holds Sutton McAllister, her foster brother and the man she always wanted but never thought she could have. Now living in New York City with her sights set on singing stardom, Jessie returns for Destiny's centennial celebration, landing right back at the ranch that holds her heart's desire.

cover illustration by Keith Murray, published by Avalon, "soft" romance, copyright 1993

Newspaper reporter Annie Armbruster takes a whitewater rafting assignment and ends up in the arms of adventurer-newspaperman Mac MacCracken- who also turns out to be her new boss. Will the danger in the blue-gray water be greater than the danger in those blue-gray eyes --  eyes that are firmly focused on another woman?

cover based on old advertising illustrations for Roblee Shoes (1942) and Dixie Cup (1939), published by Hobby House Press, paperback nonfiction, copyright 1991

A collection of bear and teddy bear ads dating back to the 19th century, with a history of Wall Street's Bear-and-Bull as well as background on bears representing every product from automotive services and football teams to fresh fruit and paint. A comprehensive reference guide that's fascinating and fun. Click on cover to go to teddy bears page.

cover illustration by Frank Collado, published by Avalon, "soft" romance, copyright 1987

Nurse Heather Long has left her job in the emergency room of a busy city hospital to help her great-aunt recover from a broken leg in the older woman's guest house at the beach. Heather is glad to get away from a busted romance and breathe a little fresh ocean air. But an unexpected hurricane and two new suitors almost blow Heather away.