Bøger af Stacey Ritz

Adopting or saving the life of a pet in need brings great rewards. Often the rescued pets save us, when we thought we were really saving them. In more than a decade of helping rescue dogs and cats, Advocates 4 Animals has saved thousands of lives. Now, the co-founder and Executive Director of Advocates 4 Animals has gathered more than a dozen stories of rescue in a book you can call your own. Pawsitive Connection is a collection of short stories demonstrating the mystical ways rescue animals find us when we need them the most.*A portion of the proceeds from this books sales benefit animal rescue efforts.

CAN A DOG TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE? While fostering a little senior rescue dog named Grandma, a connection transpired. From that connection came healing. Healing for Grandma, a terribly abused Chihuahua, and healing for her person. Together, the pair learned how to come to terms with their traumatic pasts and move forward. Life-long animal advocate and co-founder of Advocates 4 Animals, Inc., Stacey Ritz has always understood that we can take positive actions to help homeless animals; we can change their lives for the better. But what she learned through rescuing animals is that pets have a way of saving us, too. "I've been told that I changed Grandma's life, but what most people don't realize is that the little senior dog saved mine." -Author, Stacey Ritz

At sixteen, Ellen Landis dreams of her first kiss. Under the watchful eye of overbearing parents Ellen heads out of town with her dad for another summer of work. While her friends are enjoying sunny days at the country club pool, Ellen is doing as she's told and following the rules, that is, until she meets Brink. Struggling to keep a roof over their heads Brink does what he can to keep his family intact. With a strong affection for booze, Brink's mom, Lori has all but given up on life. He's taken his younger sister, Dee, under his wing, careful to protect her from the hand life's dealt them. He never dreamed that falling in love would change not only his life, but the lives of everyone around him. One summer of working on the New River is about to change everything and those that are impacted will be changed forever.A novella, perfect for fans of The Notebook (Nicholas Sparks) and Sophie & Carter (Chelsea Fine). PRAISE FOR THE FIRST AND LAST EVERYTHING... "An extraordinary book...a tale of young but everlasting love. Stacey Ritz has written a book you won't soon forget." --The Bookfast Club "The best things come in small packages. The First and Last Everything will not disappoint!" -Kindle Lover, Book Reviewer "This book will grab your heart. Do you remember your first love? When you read The First and Last Everything, you will. You will remember why love is the most exhilarating emotion there is." -Elizabeth, Goodreads

Do you ever wonder what your cat is thinking?In Letters from Cats: Hilarious and Heartfelt Notes, Advocates 4 Animals co-founder, Stacey Ritz, reveals the truth behind your cats deepest thoughts. Whether your cat has a habit of shredding the toilet paper or sitting in the kitchen sink, you'll find merriment and insight while reading Letters from Cats. Heartwarming notes include those from foster cats, rescued cats and more. If you have ever shared your home with a feline, the letters will resonate; at times bringing both laughter and tears.Photos of rescued cats included throughout the book. (NOTE: Kindle edition includes *full color photographs. Paperback edition includes black/white photographs.)

Writing is grueling. It's heart wrenching. To write is to reach deep into your soul and to sit with what you find. To examine life from every angle. To write is to live, but we must always remember to live if we are to write well. Is writing easy? No. Nothing worthwhile ever is. But when we stain the pages of our writing with hard work, sweat, tears, and emotion, when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable to the page, it is worthwhile. Writing is an investment in ourselves and in the world. Words have the power to change the world. Ponder that for a moment. Words. The single tool we use to work our magic as writers, can produce change. Write Your Story: How to Jump Start Your Writing Career will help and inspire you to reach your writing goals. Covering everything from healthy daily practices, overcoming self-doubt and comparitinitis, tips on writing both fiction and non-fiction, how to market your book and much more, Write Your Story will assist you in discovering the best path to reach your writing goals and to enhance your writing career. "It is so-o-o good!" -Jan W.H. "Stacey Ritz does not disappoint!" -KL

From cats helping each other survive the unthinkable, to breathtaking animal rescue missions, Cat Connection is a collection of short stories demonstrating the miracles that can occur when connections are established between unlikely pairs. SALES SUPPORT ADVOCATES 4 ANIMALS

Fun(d)raising: 150 Money Making Ideas, will help you raise significant funds for your school, non-profit or cause. Learn how to: *Coordinate fundraisers*Sell more tickets*Gain donors*Must do's for big events*Website must have's*And more!BOOK INCLUDES: 100 small to medium fundraising ideas and 50 large fundraising ideas. Great ideas that work for any non-profit, school or cause!Whether you volunteer with a children's charity or an animal rescue, the ideas brought forth in this book will enhance your organizations earnings. With creative ideas and helpful insight, you will find everything from tips on coordinating fundraiser's to how to attract potential donors to your events. Everything you need to know is right at your fingertips- including a boost of motivation

What if the person you loved harbored a secret that could change everything? When tragedy struck seven years ago, 18 year old Claudia Altrun knew her life was irrevocably changed. Now 25 and the court appointed guardian of two teenage girls, Claudia accepts that dating and love must take a back seat to responsibility.  She knows not too get to close to anyone as they may expose her family secret.  And some secrets are meant to stay buried. Kevin Wilson has no idea that he is about to experience his second life-altering moment the day he meets Claudia Altrun.  Handsome and funny, Kevin's magnetic personality charms most anyone he meets. But underneath his glow lies a pain so deep that it must never be revealed.  Can painful secrets remain hidden?  And, does true love indeed have the potential to save lives, even when so much remains unknown?

One experience. Two perceptions. Can one innocent mistake ruin your future?One moment they are here, the next they are gone forever. For Lyndsay Hill, her tragic loss has left her reeling and unable to cope with debilitating bouts of depression. She loves her husband Brad, and she is grateful for her friends, but she can no longer stand the weight of their concerned eyes and heartfelt condolences. She wants to forget, if only for one night, and an out of town bar is her choice of locale.  John Fitzberg is charming, devilishly handsome, witty, and dangerous. His first encounter with a distraught Lyndsay at an out of town bar is innocent, as John reasons she is merely a married woman looking for an escape. John decides in that moment, he is going to be her escape. He has finally met his soulmate and he is confident Lyndsay feels the same. If you love someone, they will surely reciprocate the feelings; and if they don't reciprocate, surely they are sending signals that you must try harder to prove you are worthy of their love. And John Fitzberg will do whatever it takes to prove his love to Lyndsay. ***The Heirloom Series books can be read in any order or on their own!***  EDITORIAL REVIEWS: ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "An absolute page turner.  Read in one night and loved every page.  Without giving anything away, I just want to say that the women of the Heirloom Salon are remarkable!"   ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "I've read all the other Heirloom Series Books and I've loved each one.  The Obsession has been my favorite so far and I was kept on the edge of my seat the entire time.  The writing was captivating and I simply fell in love with the lead character.  Can't wait to finish the series!" ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "What a great series so far.  I am going to recommend this book to all of my friends!"

What is said in silence, speaks volumes...Kellie's marriage to Eric Phillips is hanging in the balance. As sworn soulmates, Kellie and Eric share a deep rooted connection that defines their love and loyalty to each other. But Kellie has a secret; and that secret is slowly poisoning their marriage. As the suffocation of her secret intensifies, Kellie must face the realization of her crumbling marriage and decide how far she is willing to go in the name of love.  When Eric Phillips recited his wedding vows, 'Till death do us part, he never imagined a scenario in which those vows would be tested. Alone and confused, Eric must find a way to deconstruct his wife's pain. His only problem? He has no insight as to what has caused their great divide and no clue how to bring his wife back home. Eric must learn that sometimes, it's not the words that bring us back, but what's said in the lull between those words that guides us home.*** The Heirloom Series books can be read in any order!***EDITORIAL REVIEWS ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "The Perfect Divorce was perfectly written. I was fully invested throughout the whole book. I hadn't read the other books in the series but I will definitely go back and read those and then finish the series."  ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "Without giving away any spoilers, this book is all about empowering women. Loved it!" ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "I want to move to the fictional town of Silverwood just to get my hair styled at The Heirloom Shop. I love these characters."

What if everything you planned had been taken away? How would you move forward?  Lora Zehner's life in on-schedule. At 29, she walks away from her job to finally wed her fiancé and begin her coveted role as wife to Dr. Ryan Miller and mother to their unborn children. Lora's life is abruptly derailed when she returns to their shared apartment to find Ryan's break-up note, scribbled hastily on the back of an old grocery receipt. Unemployed and single, Lora must reconstruct her life without Ryan and somehow find the strength to move forward - when all she wants to do is go back.Starting over, Lora embarks on a series of firsts in her new life. From attempting to date in a modern world to finding strength and acceptance in unlikely places, Lora learns that love is rarely linear and it's often the asymmetry that precipitates a life worth living. *** The Heirloom Series books can be read in any order!***EDITORIAL REVIEWS ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "Great follow-up to the first in series. Definitely will continue reading the entire series"  ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "I love books that deal with real life situations that can happen to anyone. This book was spot on in describing the ups and downs of relationships. I'm excited to read the next books in the series." ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "Great story and great writing. I really liked the characters of this book and I especially loved reading about some of the characters from novel 1!"

Would you take a second chance on first love, even at the cost of everything?Ellie Whitman has it all; a thriving career, beautiful twin daughters, and a loving husband. But behind the picturesque facade, Ellie's unexplained discontentment is quickly gaining traction. When her first love suddenly reemerges, Ellie has the chance to alter the trajectory of her life.  Garrett Lindstrum has always kept close tabs on the girl he left behind. Older, wiser, and perhaps even more cunning than the high school boy who broke her heart, Garrett once again has his sights set on Ellie. Time materializes as the two reacquaint themselves and hastily resume long forgotten patterns. Garrett knows what he wants, the only question that remains is whether or not Ellie is as sure.

How do you move forward when life hands you the unexpected? After ten years, Nikki Reynolds is done. There will be no more trying, no more hoping, no more disappointment, and finally no more heartbreak. She is giving up the life she planned for the life reality has bestowed upon her. Together with her husband Adam, Nikki must face a new existence that is far-removed from both her own expectations and societal obligations.  Nikki's Grandma Grace has a secret; a secret shared only between Grace and her leather bound diary. Upon her passing, Grace bequeaths Nikki her most prized possession in hopes that the words written provide both solace and acceptance to her heartbroken granddaughter. As Nikki begins to read the diary, she's taken back to 1951, a world where wealth, status, and entitlement provide a backdrop to rules, customs, and familial traditions. At seventeen, Grace is caught between two worlds and quickly learns that one cannot coexist with the other. Nikki learns of life altering choices, chances taken, and relationships permanently severed. And in the end, both Nikki and Grace learn that every choice brings with it both a sacrifice and a gift and that each is forever interwoven with the other. *** The Heirloom Series books can be read in any order!***EDITORIAL REVIEWS ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "This was so true to life. I felt like I was there with the characters. I loved this book"  ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "I wish there were 10 more books in this series. I have two more to read and I am already missing my friends in Silverwood!" ΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿåΓÿå - "Emotional. Gripping. Page Turner. Great Read."