Debbie Burns

“An amazing book for anyone who loves pets, romance, true-life situations, or all that combined. I couldn't put it down.” —Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling authorLove means learning to trust again.Jake Stiles has no idea what he’s signing up for when he dashes into the rain to help a stranger and her dog who have been in a car accident, but fate has stepped in. Jenna Dunning was on her way to return her sister’s high-energy border collie to a shelter after another failed attempt at a forever home for him when a distracted driver ran into them. Jenna is being taken to the hospital and must rely on a caring stranger to take charge of the terrified canine. When Jake and Jenna reconnect, Jenna’s delighted to learn Jake has taken on fostering the poorly trained border collie, who they name Seven because this will be his seventh chance at being adopted. Jake’s not looking for a relationship—he just ended a disastrous one—but he realizes Jenna may be the key to making Seven’s fostering successful. The timing might be all wrong, but as they grow close, he has to admit that he’s falling in love.Praise for Debbie Burns’ romance novels:“Brims with kindness, hope, and a stalwart belief in second chances.” —Publishers Weekly for To Be Loved By You “Pet lovers will adore all the animals introduced in Burns’ sweet romance.” —Booklist for A New Leash on Love

Bright and uplifting romance about coming home and second chancesWhen Riley Leighton and Levi Duncan meet again after years apart, they find to their mutual surprise, that the chemistry between them is as hot as ever. But as much as Levi has missed Riley all these years, he still remembers the heartbreak she caused when she left him the first time...Riley wants to open her heart again, but she's spent a lifetime running from love. Now that she has another chance to get it right with Levi and an opportunity at the job of a lifetime at the local pet rescue, everything Riley's wanted but thought she couldn't have is within reach, if she can show Levi that she can call anyplace home, as long as he's by her side."Uplifting...brims with kindness, hope, and a stalwart belief in second chances."-Publishers Weekly for To Be Loved By You

Every heart deserves a forever home in this heartwarming contemporary romance, full of everything you love:Second chance romanceA hero passionate about helping young teensA heroine with a big heart and growing yoga practiceA big, fluffy Bernese Mountain Dog that will never leave youLots of adorable animals looking for their forever homesJeremy and Ava have both been hurt by love in the past, but they discover that High Grove Animal Shelter is the perfect place for second chances.Jeremy Washington couldn't be happier running his therapy program for at-risk teens. Between weekend service projects and hanging out with his faithful rescue dog, Rolo, Jeremy doesn't have time to date—which is fine with him considering the mess his early marriage turned out to be. When he meets new yoga teacher Ava Graham, Jeremy thinks the kids would really benefit from learning yoga, and Ava would be the perfect fit. Ava quickly finds herself falling in love with Jeremy's unique world, but her big heart has been taken advantage once before. Can Jeremy and Ava let their walls down long enough to find the love they've been looking for all along?Praise for Debbie Burn's Rescue Me series:"A fun, heartwarming story of love, family and trust."—Harlequin Junkie for Love at First Bark"A warm, wonderful story."—Romance Junkies for A New Leash on Love"A must read. I recommend it to all animal lovers, contemporary fiction lovers, and to all romance lovers. It captured my whole heart."—Urban Book Reviews for Sit, Stay, Love

Bestselling author Debbie Burns combines her love for rescue dogs with a compelling woman's journey in her brand new romantic women's fiction.Making a fresh start in a new part of the country is challenging, but fate and good fortune lead Josie Waterhill and six-year-old Zoe from urban war-zone LA to cozy Galena, Illinois—a famous Midwestern small town right on the river. There, Josie can raise Zoe away from the violent life she once knew, and make a new home in the historic house where they've been invited to stay.The situation is perfect, until Josie's elderly landlord Myra welcomes more guests—journalist Carter O'Brien and his giant rescue dog, Buttercup. Carter is charming, compassionate…and way too curious. Carter's interest in Josie deepens and he inadvertently stirs up trouble when he uncovers things that Josie would rather not have known. Ready or not, love happens and Josie has to let go of her painful past so she can create a glorious future.Praise for Debbie Burns's Rescue Me series:"A fun, heartwarming story of love, family and trust."—Harlequin Junkie"Heartfelt and engaging… It captured my whole heart."—Urban Book Reviews

A charming contemporary romance by bestselling author Debbie Burns where love leads to a forever home not only for puppies, but also for the couple who rescues them.Olivia Graham isn't in a place to have a dog of her own, but her new position as a volunteer rescue driver for the local animal shelter will keep her close to her four-legged friends. When she's called to transport pets that have been misplaced by flooding, she doesn't hesitate to help, but then her aging car breaks down…Veterinarian Gabe Wentworth, former EMT and firefighter, is also heading to the rescue site and reluctantly agrees to pick up Olivia on the way. After a bad breakup, Gabe's embraced the hermit life. When he meets Olivia, he can't deny their irresistible mutual attraction, and his first thought is to run the other direction. But then the two band together in a risky maneuver to save a beautiful abandoned dog from rising floodwaters. The more Gabe learns about the woman who would risk everything to save vulnerable animals, the more he realizes what he might be willing to risk…Bring out your very best "aww…" as this book includes:Memorable and quirky characters who tug at your heartstringsA veterinarian hero who is SUCH a softy for rescue animalsA bunch of puppies looking for new ownersAnd a heroine who will risk anything to take care of her four-legged friends.

Debbie Burns's beloved Rescue Me series features contemporary romances where loves comes to the rescue. An Amazon Best Book of the Month! Vet school drop-out Tess Grasso dreams of having her own pet therapy business, but she meets one disastrous obstacle after another. There's no denying she has a way with animals, so in the meantime she puts her skills to use at a local no-kill shelter. Between helping to rescue her furry companions and a budding relationship with fellow dog lover Mason Redding, Tess begins to find fresh confidence… What Tess doesn't know is that Mason is recovering from an accident, hoping to get back to his pro-baseball career. He's afraid the truth will ruin everything-and he's right. But in the midst of hurt and betrayal, a free-spirited stray Husky enters their lives, and teaches them a few things about faith, forever love, and forgiveness.

You know you are meant for something bigger-a Sacred Rebel called to change the world. Your Soul Song asks you to play bigger, be bolder, and create a life of meaning and impact. But who are you to do great things? How do you move from where you are now toward what you want most? And what do you do when fear, doubt, and mental-gremlin chatter whispers that Happily EPIC After is for other people, not you? In The Path to Courage, you'll learn the secret to living a life of fulfillment aligned with your Big Dream. (Hint: It starts with being willing, not ready.) Through rich stories and real-life experiences, you will be captivated as Deb shares the practical steps you need to: * Discover what's really holding you back from your greatness * Identify the qualities that make you exactly the right person to follow your Soul Song * Learn to love all of you (not just the shiny parts) *Find the power in your personal story and use it to connect with others * Starve out the haters and trolls * Surround yourself with people who will help you move forward * Develop a pattern of success * And more Come step into a world where glitter cannons and super squishy hugs meet practical personal development principles and inspired action to help you create the Happily EPIC After you desire. Your Big Dream isn't just possible; it's inevitable when you walk the path to courage and find your way to let your soul sing

Debbie Burns combines all your favorite romance tropes with cuddly rescue pups, but if you need another reason to fall into this cozy romance with heart, we've got plenty! An ex-military dog handler whose heart of gold is buried deep The sunny shelter volunteer who sees the way he bears his heart to the dogs he trains A million never-ending projects that keep throwing them together And a pile of puppies so adorable you'll want one for your very ownFor devoted no-kill shelter worker Kelsey Sutton, rehabbing a group of rescue dogs is a welcome challenge. Working with a sexy ex-military man who needs some TLC himself? That's a different story. The distance between them seems nearly impossible to cross, but she's never met a puppy who couldn't put a smile on Mr. Grumpy's face, so he can't be all that bad.Kurt Crawford keeps his heart locked away from everyone. Well, everyone except the dogs who need his help…and always have his back. As he works tirelessly to turn a house generously donated to the shelter into a sanctuary for the dogs who have helped him heal, he gets to know the compassionate, beautiful woman he's been assigned to work with. And the more he sees her do everything she can to protect their four-legged friends, the more he realizes that what he feels for her is a lot like love…