Templa Melnick

Templa lives in Grand Junction, Colorado with her husband, Chris, their Miniature Australian Shepherd, Maggie, and a flock of extremely pampered chickens. She and her husband are Mimi and Granddad to eight adorable and talented grandchildren. In addition to writing, Templa is an artist who enjoys dabbling with new mediums and techniques.

Season of Redemption

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The second story in the Seasons in Riverbend series, Season of Redemption is a tale of love, redemption, and new beginnings in the American West.


After experiencing abandonment and heartache, Sally is befriended by a young woman named Daisy. The women find true friendships and a safe haven with Emma Johnson, her husband Jake, and their seven rowdy sons at the Rocking J Ranch.


As Sally builds a new life for herself and her baby daughter, she finds the courage to trust again. Meanwhile, Daisy struggles to overcome her own painful past as she catches the eye of Jed Johnson. But when she’s kidnapped by ruthless horse thieves, she’ll need all her strength and wit to survive – and to finally embrace the love she deserves.

Season of Forgiveness

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A little woman with a big heart. Emma Johnson must juggle family, friends, and daily chores, all the while dealing with threats to her own life, those she loves, and the safety of the ranch on the western slope of the Colorado Rockies. The challenges of living in the shadow of gold fever bring opportunities to use skills learned from her Indian stepmother, and pray as if everything depends on the Lord. Emma finds herself involved in the rescue and restoration of three abused and abandoned women. As new life, beauty and hope blossom, the four women help uncover a nefarious plot and learn the meaning of forgiveness.

The Adventures of Little Dove: Little Dove and the Pirates’ Treasure

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The True Meaning of Kindness and Generosity

Nestled in her cozy cliffside cave, Little Dove’s peaceful morning song is interrupted by the arrival of a pirate ship. When the pirates hide a mysterious chest in her cave, Little Dove’s curiosity leads her to a dazzling discovery.

The Orchard’s Secret

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A Fun Tale of Mystery: Part of the Rocky Mountain Medley Collection.

Brandon is looking forward to a fun-filled month in Palisade, Colorado. Recently retired missionary Great Aunt Sarah has invited her nephews for a month long visit. The Cousin Crew – made up of Brandon, his older brother Alex, younger brother Trey, and cousin Kyle, can’t wait to explore the rambling old house and surrounding orchard. But a middle of the night break-in and the discovery of secret passageways is more adventure than the kids expected.