Inspirational Adventure

Two novellas set in Aliette de Bodard’s award-winning, critically acclaimed Xuya universe, a timeline where Asia became dominant, and where the space age has Confucian galactic empires of Vietnamese and Chinese inspiration. Contains The Citadel of Weeping Pearls and The Tea Master and the Detective.

Young priest must learn the true meaning of love and face unimaginable hardships in a hostile land. Will his faith be strong enough?

Experience adventure and romance in distant lands, a mesmerizing tale by Whong, named a 2025 Featured Author by the Minnesota Anoka County Library. Two remarkable women, separated by eras, united by unyielding resolve. Two eras, one stormy sea. Two women navigate love and heritage across centuries. Book 1 in this dual-time odyssey series braids together a mesmerizing tale about loyalty, redemption, and transformation. Debra Gong, a PhD student in biochemistry, eagerly counts down to her upcoming 2020 wedding in Chicago. The unexpected death of her father, a famous writer, brings her back to...

The historical charm of the old ghost town along with the unexpected mystery posed by the town’s founder, help Julie and her children as they adjust to life without the man who meant so much to all of them.Mae’s Hope is the fourth book in the Mae’s Second Chance series. Julie Engstrom didn’t think twice when she bought the small ghost town of Mae’s Second Chance. Something inside of her knew the moment she saw pictures of the small single-street town advertised for sale on the internet that it was exactly what she and her children needed. Nothing would ever bring back what ...

Leslie White knew she wanted more out of life - She found it in an unlikely place. Devastated from the loss of both parents to cancer nine months apart, Leslie vowed to change her life. She bought the neighbor’s old motorhome, found a job as a traveling histologist, and hit the road. But she found she could not trust the one person she was still holding onto.

Hirka is stranded in a rotting world, with nothing but a raven and a notebook to connect her to the life she left behind in Ym. She came in search of her family, believing that she could protect Rime and the rest of Ym from the ancient evil of the blind. Instead, what Hirka finds in this new world are people willing to do anything for the blessing—or the curse—of eternal life. And for Rime, the threat of the blind is only growing stronger… Separated by worlds, unsure who to trust, and in danger from all sides, Hirka and Rime fight to end a thousand-year quest for power and revenge.

Anne Marshall has it all. She owns a successful business in her hometown doing work she loves. She's happy and active in her church and community. Wonderful friends fill her days and evenings with laughter and joy. Life is great. There's just one thing missing...that special man. Then Reid Derringer comes to town. He's handsome, athletic and intelligent, and a staunch atheist. He's a stranger with more secrets than the CIA. Why has he come to Roulette, LA? What is his connection to the recent murders and what is he doing sleeping in coffins? Murder by the Book is a novel full of laughter, ...

When was the last time you lied? Do you lie to keep a secret? Or do you keep a secret to hide a lie? Collin Farrell has a secret, and she can’t wait to tell her husband. Jeff Farrell has a secret, too, one he’s been hiding from Collin since before they married. Collin’s brother, Erin, has a girlfriend with a secret she won’t tell. Vy Johnson is a DEA agent who knows all about lies and secrets. What happens when Secrets and Lies collide? Cars get crushed (with the drivers inside.) Homes explode. Marriages implode. Careers—and lives—are jeopardized. Can God work even this together...

The Sugar Creek Gang's school gets a new teacher - a man. And that spells trouble. When their old teacher shows up to surprise them with a midday sleigh ride, things start looking up for the boys - until Bill Collins throws a snowball that accidently hits Mr. Black, the new teacher. Learn the importance of self-sacrifice as Little Jim offers to take Bill's punishment, even though he doesn't deserve it.

A hero's adventure... Two eras, one troubled land, two men bound by parallel existences across centuries. Book 2 in this dual-time odyssey series showcases the enduring resilience of the human spirit. Jason Guan, an assistant director dedicated to environmental conservation in pandemic-stricken Hong Kong, is worried about job-related pressures and petty quarrels threatening his marriage to Debra. Amidst the chaos, they discover an unpublished manuscript by Debra’s late father, a celebrated writer, about a wronged man in nineteenth-century China. While Jason grapples with corruption and ...

A woman desperate to begin a new life, a mercantile owner besieged by problems, and the disaster that brings them together . . . Moriah Singleton faced hardship to get from England to America but met more problems once she arrived. The only solution she could find was to become a mail-order bride in far away Texas. How will she ever save enough to bring her sister to America? After a disastrous brief engagement ended badly, Scott Ferguson sent for a mail-order bride. He needs her help in his mercantile. He hopes his wife will also be his life’s helpmate. Danger, family entanglements, and ...

The North American Jules Verne Society is pleased to present its first-ever anthology of short stories, written by a select group of modern authors, inspired by classics like Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Seas, Journey to the Center of the Earth, Around the World in Eighty Days, and other novels and stories by the 19th-century master of “Extraordinary Voyages,” Jules Verne.

The Wrath of Ra by Silas Thorne is a gripping paranormal fiction novel set in the mystical land of ancient Egypt. In this thrilling tale, Thorne masterfully weaves elements of supernatural suspense and historical adventure, creating a world where the ancient gods still hold sway over the lives of mortals. Follow the story of Daniel, a young boy haunted by a recurring nightmare of a massive, threatening wave that never crashes but looms ominously over his life. As he grows older, the nightmares become intertwined with his waking reality, leading him on a perilous journey to uncover the truth...

Are you tired of having no money for school vacations or to buy ice cream? So were the Here's How You Can Too! kids. Join them on their adventure into becoming Kid Entrepreneurs, see how they made their businesses work and learn how you can too! From the team that brought you the best sellers in the Here's How You Can Too! picture book series comes a new adventure with the kids you already know and love. Join Matt, Alice, Kemba, Leo, Asmita, Mei, Jake and Lucy as they become Kid Entrepreneurs. Also available is our Kid Entrepreneur picture book and practical guide book Tips and Tricks to ...

From a Private Island in the 17th century comes a Love Story of a favored son who was betrayed, but found hope and love in the midst of his trials... In Victory, the weight of betrayal falls heavy, drawing parallels to the story of the biblical Joseph. With trust shattered and emotions running high, one man’s faith and endurance face relentless trials. Once a man with a bright future, Joe Smith is betrayed into the hands of pirates and sold into servitude, his former life of wealth slipping away. Yet, even in the depths of loss, Joe holds tight to the one thing no one can take from him—...

Brody Stillwell grew up in South Africa, but his parents moved back to the U.S. when he was a teenager. Ever since he left, he missed the majestic beauty and the friendliness of the people in the captivating land. Two years ago, when the chance to return as a rescue agent with the Wild Animal Protection Agency presented itself, he accepted without hesitation. He’s proud of his excellent track-record of repelling poachers, but now his perfect streak is threatened when a group of criminals are targeting a herd of elephants. When Sarah Foster booked an African safari tour as her next ...

Marie's world is turned upside down when her beloved dog, Max, mysteriously vanishes. Determined to bring him home, Marie transforms into a detective, setting up her bedroom as her command center and scouring the neighborhood with her friend, Sarah, by her side. Together, they piece together clues, interview quirky neighbors, and follow leads that keep hope alive. As the trail grows colder, and her heart sinks deeper into despair, a retired detective offers his wisdom, rekindling Marie's determination. With the help of new friends and renewed focus, the team uncovers a series of surprising ...

Take a ride down Route 66 in a '55 Crown Vic. Shield your nose and eyes from the dust as Okies leave for California. Drink strong coffee in an all-night diner. Hear a haunting train whistle in Gallup, New Mexico. Investigate a death on old 66. Take a last ride on a faithful Apaloosa and watch the sunset over a majestic saquero cactus. Feel Andy Payne's pain as he pounds the road to New York. Lost on Route 66 is an anthology of essays and short stories about the fabled highway that is filled with mystery, suspense, adventure and humor. Don't miss it.

Rescue Agent Gabriel Santiago has spent his life trying to protect the animals in the Amazon rainforest. When an illegal logging crew threatens a pristine piece of the splendid place, he knows he has to do whatever it takes to stop them. Margo Durand is an internationally renowned wildlife photographer. When she stumbles across a group of loggers destroying habitats in Brazil, she finds herself unable to walk away from the story. She’s determined to help stop them and expose what’s happening. What she doesn’t count on is falling for the handsome rescue agent hot on the criminals’ ...

Some bonds can never be completely broken…though they can be damaged to the breaking point…When Claire and Pamela meet alone for the first time in over a year both know there is much to be said…but does it need to be? Both sisters struggle with all that has taken place in recent years and the knowledge that rehashing it would do little but deepen the chasm between them. Each are aware that this meeting was…destined. And that it is up to the two of them to decide what path it takes and where they go from there. But sometimes the unexpected happens… The Andersen Saga is a story of ...