Inspirational Adventure

Everlasting is the sixteenth novella in the ongoing story of the Andersen family. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It’s been months since her death and her children and grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she’s gone. Some look back at what else has been lost to them and struggle to make sense of it. Claire Andersen Slavik has invited Ethan Gilchrist to visit her lakeside resort so that he can research his family’s history in the area. She knows it’s important...

Mercedes Hartz could not believe the man she had despised most of her life just showed up on her 10-day guided excursion through the rainforest wearing business attire. Holden Yearwood was a jock in high school, while Mercedes was interested in biology and nature. He cheated off of her and made fun of her in front of his friends. Was he there to torment her even more? Just seeing him brought back all the unwanted feelings and memories she had buried. She despised him. It didn't matter how adorable his rich brown eyes were. A jerk was a jerk. Holden is just as surprised to see Mercedes as ...

One may believe they’ve lived a colorful life, and some can say that Ron White is a prime example. Reality strikes hard after fulfilling his dream of traveling around the world when 23-year-old Ron lands in 1970’s New York City with thoughts of settling down. An ill-suited job as a travel agent is a doomed career choice, and thus begins the story of thirty years of never knowing what’s around the corner. As Ron seeks to find his purpose in life, he is confronted with reasons to change direction. However, the next bright idea or opportunity is always nearby somewhere in the world. The ...

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...

Embark on a transformative journey with Panyim and Nyakor, two young Nuer villagers from South Sudan, as they seek a deeper connection with God and their community in this inspiring tale of faith, friendship, and perseverance. In this heartwarming fifth installment of the Autobiography series, they discover the interdependence of all creatures and the parallels to their own lives and faith through their encounters with diverse wildlife and reflection on the intricate web of life. As they walk through dense forests, barren deserts, and snow-capped peaks, Panyim and Nyakor learn valuable ...

Secrets divide them. Could love build a bridge to help them overcome their deceptions? Jane was full of resentment and fear when the man she had married by proxy came to collect her. She resented the circumstances that required her to marry and was afraid of being tied to a stranger, especially a stranger she had to keep secrets from. Alastair Fredericksburg, Fred to his friends, had arranged successful proxy marriages for a few of his friends but still had mixed feelings about marriage due to his sister’s unhappy union. He was understandably hesitant when his friends Ella and Carter ...

Monsters are real, and they run in the family. Andi Pickman never asked to be a monster hunter. She’d much rather pass her algebra test than stalk cemeteries at night with her know-it-all brother, Jack. But when you’re a descendant of Richard Upton Pickman—the infamous artist whose “fictional” horror stories were based on real monsters—you don’t get to choose. When a long-sealed ghoul gate reopens in Boston, Andi and Jack are thrown into a dangerous mystery that could shatter their family’s legacy. Their father vanishes without a trace, and the ghouls are no longer content ...

Life is normal again for former Navy SEAL, Captain Robert Orson Tyler. Or is it? Rob has returned home to South Carolina, settling into retirement, spending time with his family and getting involved in his church. But the nefarious powers responsible for the disastrous events during that previous summer have some very different plans for him. While on an outing with a group of children, including his own, Rob is driven to contend with events that are every parent’s nightmare. Every action has an opposite reaction … just as every mirror has its reflection. Rot is still suffering from ...

Undercover operative Jason Wright and his partner Kamal were left for dead in Iran---casualties of a war on terror. But Jason survived and he’s out for revenge. He’s selling his country’s secrets to the highest bidder and he doesn’t care who gets it---as long as he gets paid and Kamal’s death is avenged. Andrew Blythe, a Canadian CSIS agent, races against time to stop the information exchange, knowing that a dangerous terrorist organization will use it to gain control of the Baku oil leases in the Caspian Sea. With those leases, they will be able to finance a weapon of mass ...

Daughter of the Fallen *The Seraphim Chronicles – Book One* In a world where bloodlines carry ancient power and deadly secrets, one young woman will discover her past is the key to an unimaginable future... She was born of darkness. But something ancient calls her into the light. Sara always knew she didn’t belong. Shadows follow her, voices whisper in dreams, and danger lurks behind even the most ordinary day. When a mysterious stranger appears with eyes like starlight and secrets older than time, Sara's world unravels—and awakens. She is the daughter of a fallen angel, chosen for a ...

Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It’s been months since her death and her children and grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she’s gone. For some of them it is about far more than adjusting to her absence in their lives. Trisha Andersen doesn’t do anything without careful deliberation. She can’t remember the last time she made plans involving a man that had her questioning her own judgment. Maybe it’s the simple fact that she’s never made plans with a man ...

Corban Vayd is walking on the edge of a sharp sword. After having the Dark Power thrust upon him, Corban has performed acts that have gained the attention of the powers-that-be. He has freed the Garganites, the ancient servants of the dark lords and exacted vengeance on the Baron who enslaved them. Corban also defeated the Black Witch and regained the Black Staff, a talisman of great power. But Corban has withdrawn to Castle Obsidian, desiring nothing more than the removal of the Dark Power. Yet circumstances and powers beyond his control force Corban out of his sanctuary. The Regent Mogens...

Relentless is the fifteenth novella in the ongoing story of the Andersen family. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It’s been months since her death and her children and grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she’s gone. Some look back at what else has been lost to them. Chris Andersen is looking forward with anticipation to the future spread that's out in front of him…one that he didn’t expect. But he is also looking behind him at what was lost and never ...

Don't miss the out on getting a little more intimate with the Adair boys. Gwen & Liam's story will leave you wanting more! With the demons of her past resurfacing, Gwyneth is forced to start over. At 21 she moves to a small town on the west coast, but when her heart leads her into the arms of Detective Liam Adair, she's faced with many questions about her past—a past she was made to run from. Will Liam's inquisitive nature cause an irreparable distance between them? Will his new case unknowingly open up what Gwen has been hiding? Lastly, will she survive the impending arrival of the one ...

Embark on a thrilling journey of faith and discovery with Panyim and Nyakor, two friends called by the Divine to embark on a journey through the treacherous Forest of Trials. As they face a series of challenges that test their faith, courage, and resilience, they must rely on their connection to the natural world and the guidance of the Divine to see them through. Along the way, they encounter a variety of creatures that embody the different aspects of their own personalities, and they are forced to confront their inner demons head-on. But through it all, they remain steadfast in their ...

Based on True Events My first stroke of luck came from the Stardust Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, which unbeknownst to me was owned by mob bosses. FRANK “LEFTY” ROSENTHAL, the inspiration for the book “Casino” by NICHOLAS PILEGGI, managed all its operations.Based on True Events. I'm the host of the most exclusive High-Stakes Gaming event, flying to casinos all over the world. My travels took me everywhere, ensuring that the most extravagant VIPs had everything they desired: plush suites, private jets, and stretch limousines. I provided them with every amenity you can think of (...

‘Neptune has ascended the Primum Mobile of Olympia. The scythe of Jupiter lies buried in his throne, and the Great Peace is threatened.’ Unknown to the mortal world, a war brews among the Olympian gods and supernatural beings. The fragile accords are crumbling as a rogue god defies ancient laws, threatening to plunge both realms into chaos and oblivion. ‘In a sea of death, she must find the silver river or drown in fear.’ At summer camp, Lucia Castle is woken by chilling words foretelling the fate of her younger sister. Once, it was her favourite toy, Pandy, who brought her messages...

What do three siblings, a talking dove, giants and Time Travel have in common? Join fifteen-year-old Mican, fourteen-year-old Ashton, and their twelve-year-old sister Shayla in a life-changing experience when they attend an Archeological Summer Camp in New Mexico. There they begin their Time Travel Adventure by skimming across the clouds to various locations in history, including seeing the bones of fallen giants, running for their lives from Noah’s Flood, hiding from live giants and dodging warring factions.

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’ ...

A Fantasy Short Story Amidst a world where only the powerful leaders hold the ability to grant wishes, Rachel, a curious young woman, stumbles upon a crystal that gives her the power to fulfill her deepest desires. With her newfound ability, Rachel must grapple with the immense responsibility and potential consequences that come with her actions. Will she risk everything to fulfill her own wishes, or will she find a greater purpose in using her powers for the betterment of others? “The Forbidden Wish" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys fantasy short stories of adventure, self-discovery,...