The Lady and the Minstrel(1st Edition) by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 612 Pages, Published 2015 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9862396-1-8, ISBN: 0-9862396-1-5
"A forbidden love and a past they can’t leave behind . . . In 13th century England, Robert Marcel chafes against the law that holds him bound as a villein on his lord’s manor. He tries to make a daring escape and is nearly caught by his cruel master, but a young girl helps him slip away. Years pass and Robert takes up trade as a minstrel. Invited to play at a banquet for the notorious Earl of Saxton, he is stunned to come face to fac ..."
Illuminations of the Heart (Poitevin Hearts) by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 380 Pages, Published 2014 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9892419-6-0, ISBN: 0-9892419-6-3
"Siri de Calendri was trained in the art of illumination in her brother’s workshop in 12th century Venice, but when her brother dies his will sends her far from home. Siri travels to the faraway county of Poitou in France, where she enters the guardianship of her brother’s friend, Triston de Brielle. Once settled, she hopes to find employment in an illuminator’s shop— until Triston unexpectedly snatches her heart away with a kiss. Tris ..."
Loyalty's Web (Poitevin Hearts) by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 338 Pages, Published 2014 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9892419-4-6, ISBN: 0-9892419-4-7
"Heléne de Laurant has not forgotten how the Earl of Gunthar destroyed her father’s castle during Henry II’s war with his sons. Apparently neither have her family and friends, for when someone tries to murder Gunthar, every sign points in their direction. Heléne realizes the only way to prove her loved ones’ innocence is by exposing the true assassin. As Heléne and Gunthar spar over the identity of the traitor, fierce determination giv ..."
"Six Award-Winning Authors have contributed brand new stories to A Timeless Romance Anthology: Winter Collection. A collection unlike any other, readers will love this compilation of six sweet historical romance novellas, set in varying eras, yet all with one thing in common: Romance. The Road to Cavan Town by Sarah M. Eden, set in 1864 Ireland, combines Eden's sense of humor with her signature sweet romance. Alice Wheatley walks each we ..."
Name Your Medieval Character(1st Edition) Medieval Christian Names (12th-13th Centuries) by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 112 Pages, Published 2013 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9892419-2-2, ISBN: 0-9892419-2-0
"Medieval author Joyce DiPastena is always on the lookout for authentic medieval names for her characters. Internet searches are helpful, but occasionally they can lead a writer astray. Accurate lists can be found on the internet, but it can take a deal of searching and double-checking of sources. In Name Your Medieval Character: Medieval Christian Names (12th-13th Centuries), Joyce DiPastena has done much of this work for you. Name Your ..."
Courting Cassandry A Hearts in Autumn Romance by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 406 Pages, Published 2016 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9862396-6-3, ISBN: 0-9862396-6-6
"Is it too late for second chances when the girl you loved in your youth comes back into your life? Gerolt de Warenne became guardian to a child-heiress named Cassandry when he was only nineteen-years old. As he watched her grow into a lovely young woman, he found himself falling in love with her, but Cassandry viewed him as an older brother. So, burying his feelings, he gave permission for her to marry another. Twenty-four years lat ..."
Dangerous Favor (Paperback) by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 367 Pages, Published 2012 by Walnut Springs Pr ISBN-13: 978-1-59992-806-7, ISBN: 1-59992-806-X
"Her father has been accused of stealing from the king, an allegation that has reduced her family to poverty. She has one chance to find and marry a man who can help her prove her father's innocence. Lord Therri, heir to a rich barony, has the wealth and connections Mathilde needs to delve into the mysteries of her father's past. Furthermore, Therri embodies all her romantic dreams.Etienne, the younger son of a disgraced family, has neit ..."
"Trained in the art of illumination in medieval Venice, Siri hopes to find employment in Poitou, France -- until Sir Triston de Brielle steals her heart. Then Triston's past returns to threaten them both."
A Candlelight Courting(1st Edition) A Short Christmas Romance (Paperback or Softback) by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 70 Pages, Published 2013 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9892419-0-8, ISBN: 0-9892419-0-4
"When Burthred comes courting on Christmas Eve, Meg rejects his advances. She has her heart set on becoming a nun and insists that he call her Christina, the spiritual name she has chosen for herself. She tries to make him swear on her box of holy relics that he will not pursue her, but he carefully words his oath to allow him to stay in her candlelit chamber and try to change her mind. What Meg does not confess is that her reliquary box ..."
Loyalty's Web A Historical Romance Novel by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 352 Pages, Published 2008 by Brigham Distributing ISBN-13: 978-1-59992-123-5, ISBN: 1-59992-123-5
"The year is 1176, and the Earl of Gunthar and his knights have been sent to France by King Henry II of England to enforce a peace treaty."
Dangerous Favor Poitevin Hearts by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 354 Pages, Published 2016 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9862396-7-0, ISBN: 0-9862396-7-4
"While she seeks for a way to win Therri's attention, Etienne tricks her into granting him her favor, an embroidered white ribbon, for a tournament, setting in motion a dangerous chain reaction of events."
Loving Lucianna A Hearts in Autumn Romance by JoyceDipastena Paperback, 220 Pages, Published 2014 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9892419-8-4, ISBN: 0-9892419-8-X
"Sir Balduin de Soler gave up long ago on love. He never had the means to support a wife until an unexpected advancement in his fifties allows him to reassess his future just as the lovely Lucianna enters his life. Lucianna Fabio harbors a secret, painful memory from her past that has kept her unwed, as well. Now in her forties, she thought herself too old to marry until she meets Sir Balduin. Now suddenly their lonely autumn lives feel ..."
"What happens when you're so poor you have to steal your Christmas presents? Or have you ever taken a punch in the face as your Christmas gift to the girl you love? Or saved Christmas while hunting were-weevils? These award-winning Christmas stories are the best of the best from the 2007?2009 LDS Publisher Christmas Story Contests. From Christmases past, to present to future; from sweet and inspirational to zany and delightful--there's a ..."
Loyalty's Web by JoyceDipastena 312 Pages, Published 2007 by Iuniverse ISBN-13: 978-0-595-68644-5, ISBN: 0-595-68644-3
"In twelfth century France, King Henry II of England has just finished quashing a rebellion by his power-hungry sons and now seeks to tame the lawless barons who supported them in this corner of his ?Angevin empire."
Dangerous Favor Poitevin Hearts Book 4 by Dipastena, Joyce Trade Paperback, 365 Pages, Published 2016 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9892419-9-1, ISBN: 0-9892419-9-8
Loving Lucianna Poitevin Hearts Book 3 by Dipastena, Joyce Trade Paperback, 188 Pages, Published 2014 by Sable Tyger Books ISBN-13: 978-0-9862396-9-4, ISBN: 0-9862396-9-0