With his rugged good looks, vast wealth and family name, hell-raiser Hutch Carmody is still the golden boy of Parable, Montana. But he’s done some growing up—making peace with his illegitimate half brother and inheriting half of Whisper Creek Ranch, which should have been all his. These days, Hutch knows there are some things money can’t buy: like the heart of loving, ladylike divorcée Kendra Shepherd.
Kendra’s quiet mansion reminds her of what she wants most—a devoted husband and the pitter-patter of little feet. She can’t get Hutch Carmody out of her mind. But a rough-and-tumble cowboy like Hutch, coming home for family dinner? Seems crazy! Then again, crazier dreams have become reality under the vast Montana sky.
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Full information is available on my website—www.lindalaelmiller.com—but here’s an overview: each year I give away $10,000 in special scholarships, based on essays explaining the applicant’s goals, what the money will be used for, etc. A number of people read the entries very carefully—in fact, each one is read several times, to assure that the awards are fairly given. I began the program several years ago, as a way to give something back—and I still fund it personally. At this point, I’ve given away something like $75,000. Having been a single mother myself, I have a special place in my heart for women raising children alone—I was very poor in the early years and I know the struggles and the heartache involved well—though we also consider women who are older, and want to change their lives for the better. Over the years, I’ve received a number of graduation photos and lovely thank you notes from winners, and they always warm my heart. I believe very deeply that the scholarships benefit the children of these women if only by proving that somebody out there cares.
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That is wonderful that you have a scholarship. That is a wonderful way to give back. I bet it is wonderful seeing the graduation photos and notes. Sounds very gratifying.
The Scholarships would change lives in so many positive ways. What a brilliant way to give back.
What a wonderful thing to do…. and who better than a single mother! I can truely relate to that. I was a 34 single parent with 2 young children when I realized that my “job” really needed to be a career. For that to really happen, I needed more than a highschool diploma. I was very fortunate that I worked for a lagre multinational that re-embursed for “C’s” or better. I spent the next 7 years juggling kids, home, a demanding job, and night classes. Each “C or better” that I earned gave me an ego boost and was my encouragement to continue on. I am sure that your recipients tell you how wonderful it is to have the financial help. Not having to worry about how to pay for the classes on top of everything else allowed me to spend my energy on more important things.
Great idea for scholarship! Really generous of you, Linda.
I think I’d love this book, because I’m in love with cowboys currently 😉
This book sounds great.
I salute this generous and unique scholarship program. And the book sounds wonderful. Thanks for the giveaway.
I loved Big Sky Country and can’t wait to read this book!
Scholarships for women – hurray for you – and many thanks!
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That is wonderful. I’m sure those scholarships will help a lot of deserving women. This book sounds fantastic. Can’t wait to read it.
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What a wonderful cause. I think education can change so many lives.
I love your books and look forward to reading another fun cowboy book 🙂
Thanks for the chance
Pam
Such a wonderful thing you do! Scholarships are truly a blessing to the people that receive them.
What a great thing for your to do. Love your books
Red and love all your books, keep them coming, this one sounds great. Thanks for the chance to win.
What a wonderful thing for you to do. Scholarships are a blessing in disguise and make alot of peoples dreams come true.
Wonderful program, so many single mothers of all ages could use the
assistance given by your scholarships. Thank you for your generosity
to them and to your readers.
Pat C.
Not much more important than the education of our children. Wonderful thing you are doing.
What a great way to give back.
Linda Lael Miller Scholarships for Women in the amount of $10,000 a year? Wow, that’s very generous and kind of you Linda. I hope more and more unfortunate women will be able to get the decent education they deserve. I pray that more people with unlimited resources out there could do the same thing. Women deserve the best!
What a great thing to do! I admire you for it, and hope the money never goes to a scamperson.
The scholarships sound wonderful.
This is so wonderful of Linda to have this scholarship program for women – this type of program often has far reaching impact beyond the individuals awarded the support.
WOW! How generous of you to sponsor that scholorship!
This series sounds terrific. I’m looking forward to reading it.
Thanks so much.
Love Linda Lael! She is one of my top fav. authors and I love devouring whatever she put’s out. Would so love to win this, thanks for the chance!