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How Jellybean Got Back Home: (a cute dog story of hope, for dog lovers everywhere)
Kaleigh Mills - 2014
Her world changes completely when she's adopted. One morning when she wakes up and mom isn't there Jellybean decides she must go and find her mom. Told from the point of view of Jellybean this is a heartwarming dog story the revels in the special bond that humans and dogs can share, and above all is a story of love. I hope you enjoy it.
New York to NEW YOU: THE 31/7 ODYSSEY
Manoj Gupta - 2020
James, an investment banker and the darling of Wall Street in New York meets a Guru, the Life Transformer in India. And there is a mysterious character, RK, who has a mysterious link with both these characters.What happens when the three meet after James' flight from New York? This book is about enhancing your mindfulness, wellness and inner leadership. It explains the distinction between how to make a living versus how to live. It includes 'how-to' steps, to transform your thinking - and in turn, your life.About Author:An accomplished business leader, a trusted advisor, and frequent keynote speaker at various forums, Manoj Gupta has vast International experience in multiple domains. He is working in tech sector for over 25 years. His passion to innovative has helped to turn around several businesses across the world.His approach to coalesce technology with philosophy led him towards the path of discovering intricacies of human engineering. Exploring deep into the topic by going through many books, ancient scriptures, and their interpretation by scholars and philosophers - combined with research of over 10 years, he discovered the beautiful convergence of science and metaphysics.His fascination for human psychology and subtle difference between ‘making a living’ vs ‘living a life’, inspired him to write down his idea about ‘New You’, which later became a full-fledged book. His pragmatic approach to make things simple, has motivated many people to re-evaluate their lives. Manoj enjoys helping people and businesses to realise their true potential. He is currently working as Managing Director at Qualitest Group.
A Dangerous Tryst
Danielle Bourdon - 2016
The stakes are higher than ever as Madalina’s daring escape plan turns into a rescue mission.Meanwhile, her boyfriend is already hot on her trail. Private security specialist Cole West, along with his loyal brothers, will travel to the ends of the earth to rescue Madalina—or die trying.In this sexy, thrilling conclusion to Danielle Bourdon’s Inheritance series, Madalina and Cole realize survival isn’t just about evading the bad guys. Any hope for a peaceful life hinges on tracking down the artifacts at the heart of the conspiracy and returning them to their rightful owner.Taking readers from the carefree beaches of California to the politically volatile villages of Nepal, A Dangerous Tryst proves that nothing fans the flames of passion quite like a healthy dose of danger.
When the Music Stops: Discover the most emotional, uplifting new love story for 2020
Joe Heap - 2020
The Search
Vishal Anand - 2021
ACP Rathore is investigating the homicide. As the events begin to unleash Rathore digs upon secrets too dark and dangerous. As he proceeds, the question becomes more and more haunting - Who Killed Roger? Michael Rodriques, the Deputy Chief Minister of Goa? Shirley Fernandes, Roger's wife? One or more of the other artists? Or, an individual for whom Roger refused to perform? The Search is the most astonishingly impudent, ingenious and altogether a fast-paced murder mystery ever written by an Indian author.Note: This is an expanded version of the short story Who Killed Roger.
Sutter's Country Home for Children (Sutter's Home #1)
Laurie Kast-Klein - 2013
The social workers would pull up with a kid. Aunt Clara and Uncle Dan would greet them in the driveway, all smiles and handshakes. Before the road dust had settled from the departing worker's car, the kid would be given the low-down on living here.The low-down was what everyone called the rules. Don’t speak unless spoken to. Do what you are told, when you are told. Never touch the telephone. “The sooner you fall into line, the better off you will be,” Uncle Dan always piped in.Some of the kids cried, some kicked and screamed when they realized their predicament. That's what the chamber was for. The Chamber was merely a downstairs storage closet. Those that couldn't settle in the way they were expected had to be given the chamber treatment.
The Middle Building On Treemont Avenue
Danielle Carleon - 2018
In The Middle Building on Treemont Avenue, Asla Hall resides on the 11th floor with her husband. She’s successful and has everything a woman could wish for except a child, however she’s fully present in her husband’s daughter’s life…a child from an outside relationship. In The Middle Building on Treemont Avenue, Layah Stone is a career-driven woman. As a young doctor she finds herself achieving all of her goals, however she fails miserably in the love department. Layah is dealing with a dark past and horrid childhood. In The Middle Building on Treemont Avenue, Bailey hails from Atlanta, Georgia but settles on Treemont Avenue after landing the job of her dreams as the new and young face on the morning news. Bailey is also battling a mental illness and still she somehow finds love in the midst of her chaos. In The Middle Building on Treemont Avenue, Tori is the youngest of the bunch and the firecracker of the crew. She’s built ford tough and has her fiery mother to thank for that. Tori is madly in love and struggles between being a lady or tucking her gun for once and for all. Danielle Carleon crafts a coming of age story about four women who each discover something different about themselves once they all move into the same building and become friends. This full-length standalone is full of life’s lessons, love and focuses on the important of sisterhood.
Rain Of Gold Part 1 Of 2
Victor Villaseñor - 1991
And Rain of Gold is possibly his finest work -- a sweeping tableau of family ties and cultural traditions.pA pair of strong families, two proud but embattled lineages, find themselves bound together by time and circumstance. Through political upheavals, loves gained and lives lost, the families struggle to keep what is precious to them. This premise would make a mesmerizing novel -- but this story is all true.p"A great love story...magnificent." (Albuquerque Journal)
High Plains Ambush
John D. Fie Jr. - 2017
Thomas, WL Cox, and Duane Boehm filled with action, adventure and plot twists such as C. K. Crigger, Robert Vaughan, and C.M. Curtis! This is a book that is filled with the bodies of those who stand again law, order and patriotism! Matt Hutchins, the lone survivor of a wagon train massacre takes on the world to do what is right, and must use guts, guns and glory to bring peace to his people. Found and raised by the Sioux, Matt not only learns the ways of the Sioux, but his survival skills are keenly honed with his tracking abilities used by both the Army and later by the sheriff of a town named Buffalo Flats Matt lives alone on the open plains with his trusted friend and horse ‘Ole Friend, a gift given to him by the Chief Buffalo Robes, the one who taught him how to survive. If you love great Western writing—and you love classic Western movies—you will LOVE “High Plains Ambush.”
The Darker Side of Mummy Misfit
Amanda Egan - 2011
THE SEQUEL TO 'DIARY OF A MUMMY MISFIT'Think you knew Mummy Misfit?Well, you might be in for a surprise.After a year of struggling with school fees, trying to become pregnant and feeling like she didn’t belong amongst the prep-school ‘Meemies’, Libby is back.Only this time, she’s got it all.But how long can it last and will she ever be truly happy?Join Libby on her hilarious, yet sensitive journey as loyalty, friendships and values are tested in‘The Darker Side of Mummy Misfit’.
The Missing Life
Ella King - 2021
Until a head injury causes her brain to start losing new memories.Determined to fight it, Abby sets out to prove her diagnosis wrong by grabbing life with both hands. She’ll save her memory by embarking on a list of experiences that will be simply unforgettable.All seems to be working well - until a trip of a lifetime to New York City, where she bumps into a friendly stranger called Finn.But is he a stranger at all?
Tyler’s Christmas Bride
Stella Clark - 2019
Desperate to escape poverty, she agrees to marriage with Tyler, a Montana rancher. But when Rose arrives in Montana and Tyler is not there to meet her, she uncovers secrets and lies regarding Tyler and his family that break her heart. She finds Tyler handsome, and he finds her beautiful, but a bitter Tyler refuses to give in to his feelings, until Rose reveals a shocking secret. Can Tyler open his heart and make Rose his Christmas bride?
An August Harvest
Ben Marney - 2019
He was living the American dream: a beautiful wife and child, a gorgeous home, a booming business and great friends. And then...in 2.8 seconds...his entire life shattered into small pieces before his eyes. All that remained of his once fairytale life was his fading faith, fractured heart, his dog, Charley and the painful, lingering question of...what now? To answer that question, Charley takes Grant on a twisted journey to an inexplicable coincidence, where he finds love, tragedy and murder on his search for a new life.
A Change of Heart (Oregon Dreams #2)
Montana Ross - 2019
Rebekah is uninterested in marriage, but her Uncle wants nothing more than to see his nieces happily settled with loving husbands. He attempts to find Abigail a beau in the form of Elijah Cook, an eligible and wealthy bachelor. Life begins to get complicated as Abigail has her heart set on marrying Elijah, but it is evident that he has fallen for Rebekah. Rebekah is forced to face her feelings and her ideals while trying to maintain the relationship she has with her sister. As she battles the truth and her sister's displeasure, Rebekah learns that there is more to being the woman she wants to be than being the perfect sister. Find Out Now - Get Your Copy of 'A Change of Heart' - Today!
The Prankster Diaries (Book 1): Jokes on the Jokester (An Unofficial Minecraft Book for Kids Ages 9 - 12 (Preteen)
Mark Mulle - 2016
Ever since he can remember all he has loved doing is pranking other people in their Minecraft Village. There’s just a certain thrill that comes with watching a well-planned prank finally play out. There’s nothing more satisfying than seeing a water balloon splash on someone’s head, or hearing an adult sit on a whoopee cushion. With all of the fun he’s been having, and with how long his pranking streak has been going, Clyde never expected that one of his pranks would backfire. What Clyde failed to learn before now was--you need to be careful who you try to prank especially if that person happens to be a witch. This small flaw could cause Clyde’s biggest problem. Will Clyde’s joking nature be his biggest downfall, or will he be able to trick his way out of every sticky situation that comes his way? All of these details and more are only included in Clyde’s diary, Jokes on the Jokester. Author’s Note: This short story is for your reading pleasure. The characters in this "Minecraft Adventure Series" such as Steve, Endermen or Herobrine...etc are based on the Minecraft Game coming from Minecraft ®/TM & © 2009-2013 Mojang / Notch