http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/ Rights news, rights offerings, and book proposals posted by members of Publishers Marketplace en-us 2013-05-18T22:36:41+00:00 Publishers Marketplace Publishers Marketplace hourly 1 2004-11-01T12:00:00+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/images/PM_rssimg.gif http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/ http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8936 This is the now-classic portrait of Spain's most powerful queen who united Castile and Aragon, brought Renaissance artists and musicians to Spain, sponsored Columbus on his famous journeyacros the Atlantic, conquered the Muslims, xpelled the Jews, and started the Spanish Inquisition. Who was the real Isabella? Was she an unrecognized saint worthy of beatification because of her charity to her subjects, concern for widows and orphans, and efforts to rid the Church of corruption? Or a ... Agnes Birnbaum, Bleecker Street Associates, Inc. 2013-05-18T22:35:04+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8935 Elle Reynolds and Beau Matthews are getting married in T-minus three weeks and count-ing. As the big day nears, the voices of family and friends start to get louder, drowning out the desires of the happy couple. Throw in a series of unfortunate events (pumpkin orange bridesmaids dresses anyone?) and things come to an explosive breaking point. Luckily Elle and Beau have an unshakable bond that even the financial strain of paying for a wedding themselves can't bendright? When ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:17:20+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8934 Sometimes Fate hides in plain sight while you stumble through darkness. Ivy escapes from an abusive husband, finding peace with her daughter in her childhood home. She's determined to keep her past a secret to protect those she loves. Archer has been in love with the same girl since seventh grade. When Ivy comes back into his life--bruised, broken, and haunted by secrets--he knows he can't lose her again. But Ivy made a promise to her daughter. No one would hurt them again. ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:16:23+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8933 After an impromptu serenade in an abandoned ballroom, Michigan State University Veterinary medicine student, Catherine Sealy, wonders who the enigmatic young man known only to her as "Daniel," really is. She later discovers he is Daniel LaMont, the beloved lead singer of an up and coming -East Lansing rock band. She also learns that her vixen of a roommate, Beth Shaker, has set her eye on him. And Beth Shaker always gets what Beth Shaker wants. Yet, an unlikely relationship ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:15:15+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8932 Forced by his father into a marriage he didn't want, Prince Alan soon finds that his bride isn't the sweet, submissive creature he expected. Morgane has the heart of a dragon and beauty beyond compare, but she isn't thrilled about the marriage either. When black treachery threatens the kingdom, Morgane and Alan embark on a perilous journey that has an excellent chance of ending in failure and death for them and all of their people. Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:14:04+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8931 Stunned when her boyfriend announces they should be free to see others when he leaves for col-lege, Brenda pastes a smile on her face and walks away. Far away. Only to find herself irresisti-bly drawn into the arms of another guy. Brenda's previous boyfriend finds out, claims he made a huge mistake, and wants her back. She will receive a marriage proposal, but from which one? Later, on her wedding day, Brenda awakens knowing something is wrong. Will she make it through the ceremony? Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:12:44+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8930 When Abby's husband walks out, she questions how could God allow this to happen to her, and her children? Through her journey of discovering how God takes the ashes of our lives and creates beauty, she discovers so much more about God, and love than she ever imagined. As Abby's faith grows, she discovers something about God she never imaginedHe truly writes the most beautiful love stories Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:11:37+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8929 Miss Beryl Wentworth is silently, desperately in love with her childhood friend, Finian Fitzwilliam, who unfortunately still treats her as if willing to shove her into the nearest mud puddle. It's infuriating now that she at least has grown up, leading to uproarious and horribly public arguments between them, and it seems he'll never treat her as a woman grown, never look at her that way until a quite charming rake asks her for the first two dances at the Hanover Square assembly ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:10:36+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8928 Professional runner, Ryan Grant, blows out his knee training for another attempt at the Boston marathon and the dreaded Heartbreak Hill. Ryan retreats home, not looking for anything more than a fast recovery, but he finds solace in the arms of his tax preparer, Tara Mansfield. Tara's cheerleading career ended abruptly and she faces an upward climb beating the stereotype as dumb blonde in her new calling as an accountant. Framed with defrauding the IRS during the last weeks of the tax ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:09:17+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8927 Grit doesn't fade away ... it just becomes crusty. With harrowing elements right out of today's headlines, this story reaches back into the sturdy heartbeat of people raised during the Depression and tested during World War II. Though the old uniforms haven't fit in many dec-ades, their resilient spirits still have that same intensity which helped save democracy. Needing only a fresh angle to write her Veteran's Day special, Kelly discovers first-hand that the Greatest ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:07:49+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8926 Bryce Cameron is finally going home. Years spent away have him longing for the craggy landscapes from his childhood. Lucy Lombard is on a mission. The mantel she carries was never meant for her possession yet it has been passed to her anyway. Alone and in danger, Lucy stumbles onto her greatest find. Rescuing Bryce is either a blessing or a curse but regardless time is running out. With Bryce's help can Lucy fulfill her mission or will she be too late? Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:06:19+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8925 Tessa is visiting her hometown for the first time since her breakup almost nine months ago. Even though it's just a short visit for the Fourth of July weekend, it kills her to be there. She and Phillip had made so many memories, both good and bad there--but her loving family is so worried, she has to go back. Heartbreak and regret make each day worse than the last, but still she refuses to take back her ex. In fact she has sworn off men all togetheruntil she gets roped into a blind ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:04:57+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8924 Ever since super star, Arial Oakley, could remember, she's been in love with her hunky co-star Bryce Valentine. The only problem: Bryce has been in a relationship with another ac-tress for quite some time. Not wanting to be "the other woman", Arial never pursued any of her feelings for him despite how well they connected. When Bryce suddenly becomes single, both of their worlds are flipped upside down. To help him nurse his aching heart, Arial invites him back home to her ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:03:53+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8923 Amber Wynters is on a mission to find a millionaire to marry - and fast. Her parents are nearly bankrupt and forced to sell the family home, a beautiful Tudor house that had been in the family for generations. And it's all thanks to Amber's ex-fiance Rod persuading them to invest in his dodgy shares. So armed with a 'How to Hook a Millionaire' Book and a ten point plan, she sets off to hook herself a rich husband. Then she meets the drop-down gorgeous Jed Curtess. The ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:02:35+00:00 http://www.publishersmarketplace.com/rights/display.cgi?rights_no=8922 Lilly Turner is happy with her life as Manager of her father's hotel the Royal. Her choice of vocation meets with disapproval from her Grandfather Patterson for he likens her to father's father, the one-time wayward Pop Turner. So when Jack Harris turns up, he tests her will power and her rules; never drink alcohol, only employ locals, never get involved with an employee and everything she has worked towards for the past eight years is threatened. Jack Harris was raised in a ... Stephanie Taylor, Astraea Press 2013-05-18T01:00:35+00:00