Contact: Josiah Williams, Publicist, WinePress Publishing, 360-802-9758, josiah@winepresspublishing.com
ENUMCLAW, Wash., May 23, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Abbie Miller thought she was prepared for anything life could send her way. She had learned the joys of an agricultural life at her father's knee in England, she had been schooled as a professional nanny, and she had found restoration in her relationship with God. But this new life in South Dakota was full of mystery and surprise. Joyce Wheeler's latest novel, "Laughter in the Wind," is Abbie's enriching and captivating story.
Though Abbie jumped into her position as nanny to the children of Wade Jackson with gusto, several questions soon presented themselves that made her wary. Why was their mother so terrified of this gracious ranch house? Why was the beautiful neighbor Torrie McGovern so antagonistic toward her? Was Wade becoming more to her than merely another employer? Complicating all of this was the subversive efforts of Great Aunt Lena who was doing her best to undermine Abbie's love life.
Set against the panorama of the vast Dakota prairie, "Laughter in the Wind" celebrates life on a working ranch -- the back-breaking labor that is vital to its successful operation, the satisfaction that comes from accomplishing that work, and the view just outside the front door. Romance, mystery, humor, and fascinating details make this a very entertaining and inspiring read.
Joyce Wheeler and her husband Justin have lived their entire married life at the family ranch. If it is true that an author should write about what she knows, then this is the perfect matchup. Joyce Wheeler knows about ranch life. Beyond the many responsibilities of running a viable ranch, Joyce is the proud mother of four and grandmother of ten, and she published her first work of fiction, "My Lady," in 2009.
For more information, to request a review copy of "Laughter in the Wind," or to schedule an interview, please contact Josiah Williams by phone at 360-802-9758, by email at josiah@winepresspublishing.com, or by fax at 360-802-9992. To purchase a copy of this book visit www.winepressbooks.com or call 877-421-7323.
