Virtual Light

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.

Why does Ares, the God of War, want me dead? Cameras, makeup, hair, designer clothing. In the mortal world, I’m considered a rare beauty. Little do they know that I’m also the daughter of a goddess—and not just any goddess. Right, Aphrodite. Anyway, no one sees beyond my beauty, and it’s been that way for the last 250 years. Day in and day out—the same. Until my sister, Janie, dies. With my world newly shattered, I turn to the only person powerful enough to do something about it—my mother, Aphrodite. Who happens to be kind of a bitch. Regardless, good ol’ Mom informs me that ...

Raising children is never easy, but what happens when you discover one of your children is psychic? It’s a daunting task to protect your child from the world; a world that we can see, hear, touch, and taste. But what happens when your child communicates with ghosts and other-dimensional beings through the unseen world? How can you discern if that communication is in your child’s best interest? How do you keep them safe? How do we, as parents, decide who are the good guys versus the bad?This is the story of how Laura Van Tyne was forced to make those difficult decisions to protect her ...

Some truths are worth dying for. Others will kill you to stay buried. Former detective Jodi Jason’s career in LA ended the moment she reported what she saw: beings that shouldn’t exist. Especially on Earth. Leaving chaos in her investigative wake didn’t help her case either. Exiled to Broken Canyon, California—population 996 and shrinking fast—Jodi mourned her past life and missed her partner. She expected nothing exciting would ever happen in Broken Canyon. She was wrong. Bodies are dropping. The FBI has come knocking. And the daylight is disappearing hour by hour as if something...

Experience the transformative power of Ramadan with "The Eternal Light: Daily Ramadan Reflections for Spiritual Enlightenment." This inspiring Islamic book offers a unique journey through the holy month, providing daily reflections and prayers to deepen your spiritual connection. Each day for 30 days, embark on a meaningful exploration of Ramadan, guided by insightful reflections rooted in the teachings of the Quran and the wisdom of Prophet Mohammad. From the discipline of fasting to the virtues of abstinence and almsgiving, this book illuminates the path to spiritual growth and ...

"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 ...

A Price Paid in Blood is a Heavy Reckoning. William Blake said, "It is easier to forgive an enemy than to forgive a friend." Adam Dupree’s life in White Owl is never without conflict, that’s a lawyer’s job. When that conflict comes from within the inner circle of the office, it takes on a new meaning. As Dupree comes face to face with cases that reinforce the evil in the world, this time it could kill him. Is there still good in people or has society come to the point where morals, honor, and the value of a person’s word become meaningless? Join Dara, Dupree, Toby Wharton, Marsh ...

He used to be a detective. Now he’s just another homeless man shuffling through Seattle’s rain-slick streets, muttering prayers and pushing a shopping cart he calls home. Most days, he can’t even remember his name. Haunted by hallucinations, grief, and guilt, he talks to God about everything—the cold, the hunger, the pain in his twisted ankle, and the memory of his dog Blessed, buried in the park where she died in his arms. But when he stumbles onto the freshly dug grave of a murdered woman with a missing tooth that mirrors his own daughter’s unsolved killing, something breaks ...

This is the exceptional case of an Argentine woman, Alejandra Silvain, who as a very young girl suffered an unusual episode of alien abduction. The event took place in front of her relatives, in the helplessness of a summer night by the sea, but the event did not end there. Alien phenomenology haunted her all her life, and her search for answers led her to discover much of the secret surrounding the UFO phenomenon, world history, and the position of human beings on our planet. In this book she tells us her whole story, and she also shares the wisdom she learned with alien beings.

When a mysterious letter arrives at the Shady Pines Library, Librarian Maggie Montgomery never expects it to lead her to Everwood Manor- a crumbling estate steeped in secrets. The new owners have uncovered a bundle of old letters and a diary in the attic. They believe Maggie, with her knowledge of local history, is the perfect person to unravel their secrets. Joined by her loyal beagle Sherlock and her two best friends, Tessa and Hannah, Maggie begins digging into the story of the Van Allen family— The manor’s previous residents who vanished without a trace decades ago. Once the ...

Catching a killer is a piece of cake... Or is it? When socialite Celeste Rocheford is murdered, Mindy’s best friend Beth Miller finds herself the prime suspect. Mindy must prove Beth's innocence and find the real killer – while dealing with her meddling high-school nemesis, Neve, and her former flame, Ethan Macaulay. Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com "A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com "A cute light read with a final twist at the end." - Stacey...

John suddenly returns home after being abducted and spending 6 years on Franesh, another world. Now he's home and he's brought the "Quest System" along with him. This "Quest System" allows those with it to complete quests assigned by the system to earn EXP and even Attribute Points. Sounds cool right? Except, now dungeons are appearing all over the world and only a few people that were summoned to other worlds, and returned from them, have the power to defeat them. Amid all of these strange, new occurrences, John attempts to reconnect with his former life and his family, but that may prove ...

"Walking Light" is a collection of courageous poems tailored for any Believer who is at a crossroads in their life and want to grow in their faith. David articulates candidly a simple message throughout, that embracing the future is good, and that there is nothing to fear, as the Lord guides us to the next level of being. Where we finally let go of the past and look forward to the Lord's loving ways manifest more in our life.

A fantasy story of a young girl who lived in the shadows of her pack, watching the joy of her pack but never being apart of it, hiding secrets from her Alpha and Luna afraid of what they would do if they knew the ugly truth. A strong moon blessed wolf whose parents died years ago, leaving her under the care of her brother who once protected her but now hates and loathes his sister and is willing to harm her any chance he gets. A cruel rejection from the future leader of the pack, a sting of betrayal as the story unfolds the young girl fights for her life but the shadows where she lived may ...

I remember every mean thing he said to me when we were neighbors a decade ago… I hated him. Jackson “Jax” Levy… Billionaire, irresistible, more arrogant than I would ever be able to handle. But as luck would have it, I didn’t have a choice but to put up with him. Again. Years later, him and I came together for a strange arrangement. A secret arrangement. I moved in with him to care for his dying father, and no one could find out. The word of his illness couldn’t reach the media. Lucky for him, I was good at keeping secrets. I was also good at being an obedient employee. But ...

A spur-of-the-moment response of a rejected heart hurtles Emma into her enemy’s hands. Captured and trapped in the Shadowlands, Emma finds herself imprisoned and forced to face a new truth about her family. A truth that may force her to surrender and irrevocably change the path of her life. Can Emma bring herself to trust the son of her enemy to save them both, or will he betray her, trapping her forever In the Shadows? Kaiden, desperate to find and bring Emma home to restore their shattered relationship, works to establish their Light-Partner mind-link connection, solidifying their union...

Unleash the power of the mind and voyage to the outer reaches of the cosmos with "Beyond Light Speed." This fascinating new eBook ingeniously blends the worlds of science and speculative fiction, plunging the reader into unknown territories of space travel. Sweeping from ground-breaking concepts to theoretical aspects, all the way through to implications of reaching beyond our light cone, this book promises to offer a truly enlightening journey. "Beyond Light Speed" opens with an intriguing introduction to the idea of faster-than-light travel. It guides you through our current understanding...

Installing low-voltage landscape lighting is a project you can tackle in a weekend with the proper planning and preparation. Make your home the envy of your neighbors while making your home safe and inviting—day and night. This book will teach you how to select the right equipment, lay out your landscape lighting plan and install it all yourself using basic tools.

A feel-good Christmas romance about protecting the heart of a small town. As a location scout, my mission is to find the perfect small town for a Christmas movie. When I stumble upon Holly Ridge, I know it’s exactly what my production team is looking for—a charming winter wonderland with endless cinematic potential. But Drew Pierce, the town’s protective mayor, isn’t thrilled about Hollywood swooping in on his close-knit community. From the moment we meet, he makes it clear that he doesn’t trust outsiders, especially not someone who could disrupt the town’s traditions. As Drew ...

The Revelation of Thoth – The Evolution of the Emerald TabletsWhat if everything you thought you knew about existence was only the beginning? In this profound and transformative transmission, Thoth the Atlantean unveils an evolutionary expansion of the Emerald Tablets, bringing forth ancient wisdom refined for the modern age. This is not merely a text—it is an initiation, a key to unlocking the hidden truths of your soul, the cosmos, and the vast mechanics of creation itself. As the Earth undergoes a great ascension, shifting into a higher density of existence, humanity stands at a ...