Sweet Dreams Series by Barbara Conklin

When her father left after the divorce, Mariah lost her sense of family. Now she's lost her special summer, too. Instead of fulfilling her dream to become a writer, Mariah has to help her mother with a house-sitting job in very rich, very snobby Palm Springs. People with a lot of money make Mariah uncomfortable. Until she meets Paul Strobe, the rich boy next door. Paul's not a snob and he doesn't act superior... moreWhen her father left after the divorce, Mariah lost her sense of family. Now she's lost her special summer, too. Instead of fulfilling her dream to become a writer, Mariah has to help her mother with a house-sitting job in very rich, very snobby Palm Springs. People with a lot of money make Mariah uncomfortable. Until she meets Paul Strobe, the rich boy next door. Paul's not a snob and he doesn't act superior. In fact, his sandy sandy hair and piercing blue eyes break down all Mariah's defences. With Paul, Palm Springs becomes the most romantic place on Earth. But Paul has to go into the hospital for some tests and then an operation. He's seriously ill and all his family's money can't help him. Will Maraih lose Paul, too, just when she's found her first love? less

Jenny's summer gets off to a bad start when her mother decides to take in boarders...and seventeen-year-old Cliff and his mother move in. Suddenly the house just isn't big enough. Wherever Jenny turns, Cliff seems to be in the way. And even though they are both trying hard, they just can't get along. When Cliff starts interfering with Jenny's love life, trying to protect her from the one boy she's always dreamed of dating. At first Jenny is furious, but she realizes Cliff is jealous... moreJenny's summer gets off to a bad start when her mother decides to take in boarders...and seventeen-year-old Cliff and his mother move in. Suddenly the house just isn't big enough. Wherever Jenny turns, Cliff seems to be in the way. And even though they are both trying hard, they just can't get along. When Cliff starts interfering with Jenny's love life, trying to protect her from the one boy she's always dreamed of dating. At first Jenny is furious, but she realizes Cliff is jealous. And Jenny is touched. Will Jenny's summer turn into something wonderful - and totally unexpected? less

Mariah's not one of those girls who's never been kissed. Once. It seems like a thousand years ago. But Paul died, and Mariah thinks she'll never find anyone as special again. She hadn't counted on the school play, though. Somehow her crazy friend Amy ropes her into working on the props. Before she knows it, Mariah's the understudy for the female lead! And she can't help but notice Dan Gordon, the male lead. When Dan asks her out, Mariah doesn't know what to think... moreMariah's not one of those girls who's never been kissed. Once. It seems like a thousand years ago. But Paul died, and Mariah thinks she'll never find anyone as special again. She hadn't counted on the school play, though. Somehow her crazy friend Amy ropes her into working on the props. Before she knows it, Mariah's the understudy for the female lead! And she can't help but notice Dan Gordon, the male lead. When Dan asks her out, Mariah doesn't know what to think. He's sweet and funny and understanding - but she can't forget Paul. His memory seems to always be between them. Then D and tires of being second best, and Mariah knows she must choose - between Dan who loves her now, and Paul who loved her first... less

Katy's summer promises to be the most challenging one of her life. She'll be taking care of Michael, a little blind boy, helping him get over a recent tragedy. It won't be easy. But Steve will be helping her. Katy's been admiring Steve for a long time. Together they'll spend golden days building castles in the sand, teaching Michael to laugh again. But it's not turning out as Katy had hoped. Michael's almost more than she can handle, and Steve, though friendly, remains distant... moreKaty's summer promises to be the most challenging one of her life. She'll be taking care of Michael, a little blind boy, helping him get over a recent tragedy. It won't be easy. But Steve will be helping her. Katy's been admiring Steve for a long time. Together they'll spend golden days building castles in the sand, teaching Michael to laugh again. But it's not turning out as Katy had hoped. Michael's almost more than she can handle, and Steve, though friendly, remains distant. As the summer draws to a close, Katy wonders if her dreams will crumble along with their last sand castle. less

For the first time in her life, Penny Snow isn't looking forward to her summer vacation in Oregon. In the past, a visit to her grandfather's beautiful beach house meant lots of swimming, tennis and carefree good times. But this summer Penny's grandfather is moving into a rest home, so she has to help empty the house that holds so many memories. And because of her recent accident, she's afraid to join in the fun the way she used to... moreFor the first time in her life, Penny Snow isn't looking forward to her summer vacation in Oregon. In the past, a visit to her grandfather's beautiful beach house meant lots of swimming, tennis and carefree good times. But this summer Penny's grandfather is moving into a rest home, so she has to help empty the house that holds so many memories. And because of her recent accident, she's afraid to join in the fun the way she used to. The only bright spot in Penny's summer is her friendship with Bill Davis, her grandfather's young helper. He has faith in her and believes she can be active once again. But is his love enough to overcome Penny's fears? less

When Anna's family moves to the small, sleepy town of Blue Mountain, she's sure she's in for a lonely, uneventful junior year. Then she meets Michael Cartwright. He's charming, incredibility handsome - and recovering from an accident that has left him blind. Although Michael doesn't want anyone's sympathy, Anna is determined to break through his defences. But then she falls in love with him, before she realises that Michael is still loves a beautiful girl named Lisa... moreWhen Anna's family moves to the small, sleepy town of Blue Mountain, she's sure she's in for a lonely, uneventful junior year. Then she meets Michael Cartwright. He's charming, incredibility handsome - and recovering from an accident that has left him blind. Although Michael doesn't want anyone's sympathy, Anna is determined to break through his defences. But then she falls in love with him, before she realises that Michael is still loves a beautiful girl named Lisa. Hoping that Michael will care for her the way he cared for Lisa, Anna lies to him about the way she looks. Now it's only a matter of time before Michael learns the truth. And when he does Anna may lose him forever... less