A Mother’s Prayer

An Uplifting Inspirational Romance

By Chris Maday Schmidt

On Sale: 6/30/2026
Can an unexpected turn

lead her right where she belongs?

Pregnant, single and stranded in a storm with her two young kids, Olive Hart is out of options—until gruff mechanic Hank Valentine comes to their rescue. When her housing falls through, he reluctantly offers them shelter at his ranch in exchange for help at his garage. It’s just a temporary arrangement…but Olive’s chaotic, lovable crew begins to warm his guarded heart. They’ve both been burned by the past, but can they find the courage to build something lasting…together?

From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.

Sweetwater, Arizona

 Book 1: A Father’s Vow
Book 2: The Fire Chief’s Surprise
Book 3: A Mother’s Prayer
ISBN: 9780369772138
Imprint: Love Inspired
On Sale: Jun 30, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 208
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Clean & Wholesome
BISAC 2: FICTION / Christian / Romance / General
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / Contemporary

Chris Maday Schmidt

Biography

A Publishers Weekly Bestselling author and self-professed princess, Chris Maday Schmidt believes it’s always the ‘write’ time for real-life fairytales brimming with hope for new beginnings, humor in the messy middle, and heart for happy endings. Originally from the Midwest, she relocated to the Southwest with her husband and daughter. Chris writes about family, friendship, and faith for Woman’s World, Chicken Soup for the Soup, Guideposts, and Harlequin Love Inspired. Visit chrismadayschmidt.com.

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Can an unexpected turn<br><br> lead her right where she belongs?<br><br> Pregnant, single and stranded in a storm with her two young kids, Olive Hart is out of options—until gruff mechanic Hank Valentine comes to their rescue. When her housing falls through, he reluctantly offers them shelter at his ranch in exchange for help at his garage. It’s just a temporary arrangement…but Olive’s chaotic, lovable crew begins to warm his guarded heart. They’ve both been burned by the past, but can they find the courage to build something lasting…together?<br><br><strong>From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.</strong><br><br><strong>Sweetwater, Arizona</strong><br><br> Book 1: <i>A Father’s Vow</i><br>Book 2: <i>The Fire Chief’s Surprise</i><br>Book 3: <i>A Mother’s Prayer</i>

ISBN: 9780369772138
Imprint: Love Inspired
On Sale: Jun 30, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 208
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Clean & Wholesome
BISAC 2: FICTION / Christian / Romance / General
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / Contemporary

Chris Maday Schmidt

Biography

<p>A Publishers Weekly Bestselling author and self-professed princess, Chris Maday Schmidt believes it’s always the ‘write’ time for real-life fairytales brimming with hope for new beginnings, humor in the messy middle, and heart for happy endings. Originally from the Midwest, she relocated to the Southwest with her husband and daughter. Chris writes about family, friendship, and faith for Woman’s World, Chicken Soup for the Soup, Guideposts, and Harlequin Love Inspired. Visit <a href=”https://chrismadayschmidt.com” target=”_blank”>chrismadayschmidt.com</a>.</p>gt;