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For readers drawn to stories of strong, complex heroines navigating a world in turmoil, Vera's journey from despair to leadership offers a captivating and inspiring narrative. As she confronts her own fears and the challenges of rebuilding a fractured society, Vera embodies the indomitable spirit of those who refuse to surrender in the face of darkness.

Catching a killer is a piece of cake... Or is it? When Mindy Macbay moves back to her hometown of Santa Verona, she soon finds herself on the receiving end of anonymous threats, and even worse, unpleasant encounters with her high school nemesis and former paramours. "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" Will Mindy unmask the killer before it’s too late? And will her annoying high-school nemesis manage to make Mindy's life sufficiently miserable? Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com...

Rae: Being a vampire has its perks. Men fall at my feet. I get what I want, when I want it. And if they think I’m a monster—good. That’s exactly what I want them to think. But I’m tired of pretending. Tired of using sex to forget. I’m broken in ways I can’t fix, and I’m slowly slipping into the dark. Then there’s Edmund. My childhood best friend. The one who’s always been there. Watching. Waiting. Loving me in silence. He says I’m his fated mate. That I’m his. And when he finally steps in, everything changes. With Edmund, I don’t have to pretend. I don’t have to ...

Killed in a Pirate raid, Shaer makes a deal with the God of Death and is reincarnated as a Soulstone, a unique Dungeon Core variant. Enslaving the souls of her allies and enemies alike to crew a ship of the damned, Shaer grows in power with each soul she reaps on an epic quest for vengeance. Embark on a thrilling pirate-hunting adventure & discover the mysteries of the Third Era in Reaver Soulstone.

Ready to get growing? Not sure where to begin? Pressed for space but have big garden goals? This is the book for you. No matter how big or small your garden plans, no matter how small your indoor space may be, you can grow all the vegetables, herbs, and flowers you need for any outdoor garden, big or small. Can you spare eight square feet of space in your home? That’s a matter of just two by four feet of floor space; but in it, you can grow literally hundreds of individual plants. This book will walk you through the entire process from start to finish—from seed germination through ...

Northern Lights: High Strangeness in Sweden is the first book written in English entirely devoted to the subject of high strangeness, UFOs, and other mysteries in Sweden. While Sweden is known as a secular, rational country where stories of the paranormal are considered something of the past, the truth is quite the opposite. The country has a long history of weirdness, unexplained observations, and eerie encounters, often connected to the countryside, desolate roads, and empty fields. From gnomes, elves, and trolls of the past to UFOs and aliens in modern times. Perhaps they're all ...

The author describes his journey from Western esotericism (Qabalah, Tarot, ceremonial magic, alchemy, and Freemasonry) and hosting the Occult of Personality podcast to becoming the disciple of a Tantric Guru. Through the narrative, we're regaled with the author's experiences and insights with regard to the spiritual path, the nature of wisdom and enlightenment, the Guru, discipleship, and the invocation of magic. This book is a heartfelt and brutally honest portrayal of a spiritual path that doesn't compromise, but does offer the potential of transformation. "This is a very personal book, a...

It's time for Addi, Sam, and Cece to set sail again on another magical cruise. This time, literally. "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" The whole cruise is set up for a magic theme. All the guests are set to enjoy a cruise they’ll never forget. It becomes even more unforgettable when one of the magician’s assistants dies on stage in the middle of a show! Addi, Sam and Cece set to finding out just what happened to the unfortunate magician’s assistant, following a path of mistruths and distractions. Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but ...

Unrecognized by the World: John’s Epistle A Journey Through the Eyes of the Beloved Disciple "The world does not know us, because it did not know Him." — 1 John 3:1 Step into the heart of the Apostle John's message — a powerful letter not just written to early believers, but to you. In Unrecognized by the World, discover the beauty and tension of living as a child of God in a world that cannot comprehend you. With deep affection and unwavering conviction, John reminds us that the love of the Father sets us apart, and that such love is not always understood — or welcomed — by the ...

Let’s get this out of the way: I’m not here to scare you. But if you’ve ever sat in the dark with a dead phone, a melting freezer, and zero clue what to do next—you already know a little fear can be useful. That flicker of “uh-oh” is your brain telling you it’s time to do something. Ideally before the lights go out, but hey, better late than never. Power outages aren’t rare anymore. Storms hit harder, grids fail more often, and sometimes things just fall apart. One minute you’re reheating leftovers and scrolling social media, the next you’re using a headlamp to check if ...

"Ideal for cozy mystery aficionados craving a thrilling escape into the heart of the Southwest." -NewInBooks Who knew a murder or two would turn Jake Stewart’s life around? Jake was trying to figure out his life after being abruptly downsized from what he considered the best job in the world — being a reporter in a fast moving, big city newsroom. Now, he was wandering the Southwest in the Beast, an aging RV that was his only home in the world. No job, no prospects, no love. Then in the fading moments of a brilliant sunset in the Mesa country of Arizona, he hears cries for help, and ...

This is a future tale of heroes, monsters, technology, gods, demons, and even a beautiful princess. Enter the Boarding School Between Dimensions, known simply as the Academy. Students here have the potential to become almost anything, great heroes, demon lords, and even gods. However, they all share one outstanding trait. The only way to get to the Academy is if you are an Outsider. A person with the ability to pass through the Gate, the barrier between dimensions.

Thought-provoking essays on the conflict between fundamentalist religion and science, and exposing the anti-science, extremist political agenda of the modern creationist industry. Based on the popular Rosa Rubicondior blog rosarubicondior.blogspot.com. (Beware of abusive imitations).

“Tears of joy were streaming down my cheeks as the intense and dazzling rays of the rising sun penetrated my whole being. It felt like the kiss of an angel. My body was almost unable to handle this much bliss! Every cell of my being felt vibrant and joyful, nourished by a broad current of warmth and life flowing down from the sun. The radiant beams of morning sunlight seemed to transform everything along their path. I was no longer sitting on a solid rock protruding from a massive planet; all my surroundings were fluid, vibrating and alive.” For some, meditation simply means sitting ...

"A Nightingale's Song" is a captivating novella, set in the dark depths of Nazi-occupied Paris during World War II. Against the backdrop of fear and turmoil, a forbidden love story emerges, igniting a spark of hope amidst the chaos. Thomas Müller, a German doctor burdened with the ravages of war, finds solace in his work at a Parisian hospital where he crosses paths with Sophie, an attentive and caring French nurse. Risking everything and defying the boundaries imposed by their countries, Thomas and Sophie’s love blossoms, until a heavily wounded patient arrives at the hospital, a member...

NEI DAN AND XU CULTIVATION: THE PATH TO EMPTINESS "Nei Dan and Xu Cultivation: The Path to Emptiness" presents a comprehensive system of Taoist internal alchemy that integrates traditional Chinese energy cultivation practices with the concept of emptiness (Xu). The book outlines an 18-module progressive journey toward spiritual transformation and union with the Tao. The work begins with theoretical foundations, explaining how emptiness (Xu) forms the cornerstone of all alchemical transformation. It establishes the relationship between Xu, Wuji (ultimate emptiness), and Taiji (supreme ...

Living on the streets of Seattle, Jim, a homeless man, finds solace in the companionship of his loyal dog amidst the harsh realities of life. But when he stumbles upon a body in the park bearing hauntingly familiar wounds, Jim's simple world is turned upside down. As long-buried memories resurface and the fog of his past begins to clear, Jim resumes a decades-long hunt for a ruthless serial killer. The time for justice is drawing near. And so is revenge. The Pale Cold Light is a standalone psychological thriller. WHAT READERS ARE SAYING: ★★★★★ “This book is beautifully written ...

Superweapon stud? That's what the doctor ordered. The Beastmasters are dwindling. The Mekanics are growing bolder. Everyone's desperate for the next magic bullet. With no more Chimerics arriving, there's only one way to make more Beastmasters. Me. I'm not against making baby Beastmasters with the hotties on my squad. The problem is that they're not telling me everything. The last time they tried this, things got pretty ugly... All hell's breaking loose. Secrets are spilling left and right. Even my alien cat Zoe can't keep all the facts straight. And everyone wants a piece of me. There's ...

Britta Bolton has known and loved Mav her whole life – as friends. She’s willing to be the friend he needs even if her own happiness is sacrificed. She’s interested in dating someone else, but she promptly puts that plan on hold to come to the rescue of her best friend. She loves his company and they know each other inside and out. While a marriage of convenience isn’t what she really sees for herself, she’s more than willing to make this plan work for the guy who’s always been there for her. Maverick Tucker is in a bit of a pickle. He’s ready for the promotion he’s worked ...

A Bed and Breakfast Mystery Wedding photographer Laura Fisher is back in the Florida Keys to help her sister manage the Paradise Bed and Breakfast. Business has been slow, but when a guest is poisoned at a cake tasting, they’re in danger of going under. It doesn’t help that Laura confronted the victim, her high school boyfriend Charlie Porter, in front of the entire wedding party, declaring he’d answer for his actions one day. Charlie taunts her and laughs off the entire exchange, but the joke’s over when Laura becomes the prime suspect for his murder. With her sister Danielle and ...