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Rachel Linden

Rachel Linden is a novelist and international aid worker whose adventures living and traveling in over fifty countries around the world provide excellent grist for her writing. She enjoys creating stories about hope and courage with a hint of romance and a touch of whimsy.

Rachel holds an MA in Intercultural Studies from Wheaton College, a BA in Literature from Huntington University, and studied creative writing at Oxford University during college. Currently she splits her time between Seattle, Washington and Budapest, Hungary where she lives with her husband and two children on the banks of the Danube River.

When she's not writing books, Rachel loves exploring the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest and the art and architecture of Europe.

Genres: Romance, Inspirational

New and upcoming books

May 2026

A Sprinkle of Sweet Serendipity

Novels

   Ascension of Larks (2017)
   Becoming the Talbot Sisters (2018)
   The Enlightenment of Bees (2019)
   The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie (2022)
   Recipe for a Charmed Life (2024)
   The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake (2025)
   A Sprinkle of Sweet Serendipity (2026)

Rachel Linden recommends

When Lemons Give You Life (2026)
Anna Johnston
"Anna Johnstons' newest novel is brimming with hope, healing, and second chances. Told in crisp, mouthwatering prose, it's a story that will linger in your heart long after the last sentence."

A Heartbeat at My Feet (2026)
Kristin Judd
"A lovely, lyrical romance that hits all the right notes. I loved the immersive Italian setting and the loyal and resourceful little dog who is at the heart of everything. This is a story to savor!"

Brighter than Before (2026)
Courtney Walsh
"I loved this heartwarming and delightful story of a woman reinventing her life after a crushing loss. I particularly enjoyed the plucky heroine Claire, her second chance romance with a swoony love interest, and so many yummy baked goods--all set in Chicago! I was smiling 'til the very last page."

Kate & Frida (2025)
(Love & Saffron, book 2)
Kim Fay
"From Paris to Seattle to Sarajevo, this effervescent, poignant story radiates joy and hope. A savory tale of two young women navigating the tumultuous events of the early 90s with the help of great books, food, and friendships, Kate & Frida explores the sometimes rocky path to finding love, facing loss, and discovering your voice and purpose. I devoured every word!"

The Perfect Rom-Com (2025)
Melissa Ferguson
"This clever and adorable romantic comedy is brimming with warm humor and a lot of heart. It kept me giggling and turning the pages to see what came next. What a delight!"

The Merry Matchmaker (2024)
Sheila Roberts
"Sparkles with warmth, wit, and a sweet helping of holiday charm! The perfect stocking stuffer for readers who crave all the holiday feels and a happy ending!"

A Certain Kind of Starlight (2024)
Heather Webber
"A lyrical and lovely story filled with whimsy, heart, and a delicious sense of place. I devoured this wonderful tale of sisterhood, strong women, and finding one's place in the world."

Let's Pretend This Will Work (2024)
Maddie Dawson
"With her signature warmth, wit, and heart, Maddie Dawson offers us a story brimming with quirky, relatable characters who start out in quite a pickle and invite us to grow alongside them as they grapple with loss, search for love, and seek to embrace a big, wonderful life!"

One Christmas Morning (2023)
Rachel Greenlaw
"One Christmas Morning is a charming, whimsical story about mistakes and second chances and the power of love and friendship to help us heal after grief and loss. A Dickensian holiday tale with an enchanting modern sensibility."

Ciao For Now (2023)
Kate Bromley
"From cover to cover this novel is a delight! I adored the atmospheric setting in Rome, the world of fashion design, and the lively banter and hilarious interactions amongst the main characters. The love story is swoony and highly entertaining. The pace is perfectly zippy. I smiled from the first page to the last. A thoroughly enjoyable story!"

The Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone (2023)
Audrey Burges
"The Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone is a poignant, beautiful debut filled with magic, fate and redemption. This story captured my imagination and I just had to keep reading to see how it would end. I enjoyed every page."

The Spice Master at Bistro Exotique (2022)
Samantha Vérant
"Samantha Verant has crafted a novel brimming with joie de vivre! Delicious food, a gorgeous city, a plucky heroine and a delightful inside peek at French culture and a touch of magic all blend together in this savory tale."

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