Janis Jakes

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Janis Jakes is an author of multiple inspirational romance novels (historical westerns and contemporary), as well as two devotionals. She writes stories about resilient characters who overcome the hardships of life through courage, faith, and grit. She is also the author of numerous non-fiction articles/devotions under the name of Kim Nowlin, including Journey: A Woman’s Guide to Intimacy with God, The Secret Place, Bible Advocate, and the Salvation Army magazines, Young Salvationist and War Cry.

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Blue Jean Bayou

After Jenna’s father dies, she travels from New York to oversee the remodel and sell of his cabin. She’s surprised when the contractor is a childhood crush - now a handsome man with a heart of gold. Their friendship reignites, bringing the possibility of more...but at a price. Jenna, a business owner, loves the energy of Manhattan. Creed, a military veteran, finds refuge in small-town living. When Jenna learns her father led a secret life, her world turns upside down, and she suspects Creed knows more than he’s telling. As the truth emerges, Jenna faces the secrets hidden in her own heart and must choose: high heels and high rises or a meandering bayou with the man she now loves.

  • A Rose in Winter

    Lucy and Elton are neighbors—but not very neighborly. When his wife suddenly dies, she agrees to marry him, but only for the sake of the children. Just when Lucy dares to love again, Elton makes a confession that breaks her heart.