What's New with Diane:
My story THE PROPOSAL from The Christmas Anthology is now available for 99 cents!
"A Christmas Gift" won 2nd place in the P & E Poll.
Reviews for Never The Same:
Rating: 5
Reviewer: Diana Coyle
"This is yet another story in which Ms. Craver shows us her talent for writing a compelling story that grabs hold of her readers and takes them on a journey. It's hard not to get so emotionally involved with her characters. This was a story that made me take a step back and reassess my own goals and priorities in life because just as Ms. Craver's characters, life can throw you a curveball and could change your life forever. It is stories like these that make you realize that it's wise to stop and smell the roses no matter how busy your life may be."
Early Review for A Christmas Gift:
"There was something so powerful and real about the story and the characters. The way a little girl looks at her daddy with hero worship in her eyes is a wonderful thing. And oh how my heart broke right along with Debby's on several occasions. I cried more than once during this story...in a good way though. It was that touching for me that I was moved to tears.
"A wonderful story that will really touch your heart. I highly recommend it."—Sweetly Reviewed
Reviews for Marrying Mallory:
Rating: 5
Reviewer: Diana Coyle
"Ms. Craver did remarkably well presenting each character and their story with such flair and feeling. She was able to pour her characters’ hearts out and hooked me into her story with such ease that I didn’t immediately realize just how engrossed I was in the story and her characters until I turned the page and got deeper into the storyline. Ms. Craver has a way of making her characters appear as normal everyday people dealing with everyday issues in life. It’s so nice to read stories with believably real characters in them instead of characters that supposedly have all the answers to life’s problems. This author definitely knows how to entertain her readers and she keeps us coming back for more!"
Long & Short Reviews
Rating: 4.5 Books
Reviewer: Fennel
“Time, place and setting all enhance and move the plot along and create vivid imagery for her readers. For those who assume an inspirational romance cannot handle conflict, drama and suspense, I recommend they read Diane Craver’s Marrying Mallory, for it is all there.”
"The Romance Studio:
Rating: 4.5 Hearts
Reviewer: Brenda Talley
“This book was realistic and emotional. All the characters played dynamic parts in the story. I recommend this book to everyone. I certainly enjoyed reading this author.”
Reviews for Whitney In Charge:
Rating: 5
Reviewer: Diana Coyle
"Ms. Craver has penned another great read that pulls her readers into her story and takes them on an enjoyable ride. I felt so bad for Whitney that she had to face two deaths of people that were close to her. As for her sisters, on one hand I was happy that they were trying to help her through her grief, but on the other hand I felt that they might have been a bit too intrusive in trying to set Whitney up with a prospective long-term relationship. I easily fell in love with both Ben and Jack and I found it hard to decide which one I thought fit Whitney as the best suitor. I couldn’t wait to see which one she chose or if she’d decide she wasn’t ready for a relationship with either of them. If you’re looking for a story that will make you laugh, cry and smile all in the same story, than you have stumbled upon the perfect match for you!"
Rating: 4.5 Books
Reviewer: Snapdragon
“Plausible, funny, and with a few fun surprises, this novella is really entertaining. It’s unpredictable, too.”
Rating: 4 cups
Reviewer: Cherokee
“Whitney in Charge is a delectable read. I found the sisters fun as they try to put some life back into Whitney. I love their interactions, as it reminds me of a tight knit family. By placing the handsome Ben, as well as Jack, into the story, the plot only thickens and makes this story a page-turner. I like the way the children come into play in this fast moving read, taking the reader by storm. Ms. Craver sketches the importance of family in this delightful tale that definitely stands out. She instills even the nit-picking that comes along with siblings. I love the way she allows the sisters to come to the aid of Whitney. This read was entertaining from beginning to end”
Reviews for No Greater Loss:
Rating: 5
Reviewer: Diana Coyle
"Ms. Craver has a knack for pulling at your heartstrings with her endearing characters in No Greater Loss. I couldn’t help but fall in love with Jennifer and Luke and I hoped that both of these characters could find the peace that they were looking for within themselves. They both deserved to move on with their lives and I hoped they were able to leave their heartache behind them so they could find happiness again. Although this is categorized as an inspirational story, I found that it told the tale perfectly without being too preachy for the readers. This author definitely has a talent for storytelling and I’m a true fan of her writing style. Keep up the great work!"
A Christmas Gift
Available Now!
Justin Reeves is a man who has it all: a good job, a loving wife and children who are the center of his universe - or so it seems. Justin also has a secret he's hidden from everyone his entire life or so he thought. Quite innocently his small daughter, Debby, stumbles upon his secret and is shocked by what she finds. She confronts her father with the awful truth, and together they embark upon a journey which takes her father from the darkness of shame into the light of victory.
Drawing from true events in her own childhood, author Diane Craver captivates the reader from page one to a stunning climax which will touch your heart and impact your life forever in this must-read story of love's triumph over adversity.
“When I was a little girl, my favorite stories to read were the Laura Ingalls ones. Everything I found magical about those books was what captured me with A CHRISTMAS GIFT. Like Laura’s stories, this one was written from the point of view of a young, larger-than-life girl who sees the world as a wondrous place where an adventure is undertaken.” ~~Award-winning author Karen Wiesner
“Words really can't convey how precious this story is. I plan on giving it as a gift to several of my relatives.” ~~Shawna Williams, Inspirational Writer
“Despite the title, this is not one of those stories that only makes sense during the Christmas season. This is one you’ll enjoy all year long.” ~~Sid Frost, published author
“I was looking for a book to give as a Christmas gift and started reading "A Christmas Gift". I wasn't prepared for the journey it took me on. This story will warm your heart and probably take you to a few places in your own heart you haven't been for a while.” ~~Gary Harpst, a reader’s review
“...truly an inspiring story for readers, young and old alike.” ~~Coffee Time Romance
“A wonderful story that will really touch your heart. I highly recommend it.” ~~Seriouslyreviewed.blogspot.com
Order The Book: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Whimsical Publications
The Proposal
Available Now!
"The Proposal":
Jacqueline Andrews hopes her boyfriend Brad’s surprise is an engagement ring for her twenty-sixth birthday. Her best friend, Tyler Jordan, wants Jacqueline to be happy but not with Brad. Tyler regrets blowing off Jacqueline’s confession of love for him before he left for college. When he returns to their small town as a physician’s assistant, he falls in love with her. He needs to win her love back. Will his hot kisses sway her? Or is she going to marry Brad?
“I fell in love with Tyler and I had hoped that Jacqueline realized what a special guy he was.” ~~Review by Diana Coyle for Night Owl Romance Review
About THE PROPOSAL: “I enjoyed this short read mainly because I liked that the characters were quite open about their hopes and expectations. I found it refreshing to read a short romance without the usual coy flirtatiousness and manipulative scheming that is so inherent in most.” ~~Laurie for CoffeeTime Romance
Order The Book: Amazon | Smashwords
Marrying Mallory
Is Mallory Harrington jinxed because her name means luckless? Things have gone wrong for Mallory since she was a small child. All she ever wanted was to have a complete family and live happily ever after. It appears she has it all when she marries Toby Harrington and they have a son. Unfortunately, their marriage ends when Toby has an affair with his law partner. After their divorce, Mallory feels guilt that she couldn't forgive Toby for his affair. As a Christian, she should be able to forgive him for his sin.
Mallory decides to do something for herself, and get a surgical procedure that she's always wanted. What she doesn't expect is her instant attraction to her surgeon.
Sometimes faith is about accepting what can’t be changed and grabbing what God offers her. Life must go on.
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WHITNEY IN CHARGE
TV producer Whitney Benson is tired of her older sisters’ attempts to fix her up with every single male they meet. Shannon and Regan cross the line when they arrange for her to go skydiving with the simple excuse that more guys like to float in the air than women.
Whitney meets two eligible bachelors, Jack and Ben, who constantly battle for her affection. Which one will she choose? Both men make Whitney realize, even a heart shattered by her husband’s death, can once again be made whole.
But did she have to fall off a cliff to learn that?
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