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What could go wrong with a classic cinema themed cruise? Especially when the guest list includes former movie stars, a well-known movie critic and semi-retired producer… "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" Unfortunately, a lot does go wrong. From minor mishaps to more serious issues, from vandalized posters to missing jewelry… Adrienne and her friends find themselves juggling one mini-crisis after the other. Just when things seem to be improving, Addi discovers the dead body of a one of the special guests, a former scream queen with a slasher-movie-worthy knife in her chest...

The Complete Christmas Series Included! She turned the family hotel into their town’s star attraction. Now somebody’s trying to destroy it. When Birgit Strauss and her two sisters inherit a beautiful authentic German hotel in the mountains of Washington State, the enterprising trio leave the family vineyard and switch grapes for guests – and they quickly transform the hotel into an unrivaled tourist hotspot. But things quickly take a sour turn. Haunted by a strange series of mysterious happenings and missing deliveries, Birgit begins to suspect that someone is out to sabotage them. ...

Winter’s over and warm summer breezes have taken over the sweet small town of Birch Springs, Montana. And love is definitely in the air. Fall hard for these hunky heroes as each one tries to win the woman of their dreams. Included in this collection: Sofia’s Summer Brooklyn’s Summer Anna’s Summer Harper’s Summer Robyn’s Summer These stories will pull at your heartstrings with some of your favorite tropes. Single dads, second chances, friends to lovers, brother’s best friend, enemies to lovers, and more. Pull for the heroine’s trying to save her family business and pray that ...

Embark on a breathtaking adventure through the captivating world of optics with "Light through the Ages: A Global History of Optics." This enthralling and comprehensive guide will take you on an exhilarating ride, unveiling the mysteries of light and its applications that have shaped human history and transformed our understanding of the universe. From the ingenious discoveries of the ancient Egyptians to the cutting-edge advancements in quantum optics, this riveting book brings to life the inspiring stories of the remarkable pioneers, inventors, and visionaries who have revolutionized the ...

'Should have called this book Ghost Ghouls and Fiends.' Lazonby, a young man about town, Against his wishes is engaged to the red headed and wild eyed Larisha. Is she werewolf, vampire or part fiend? He tries to break free and Larisha calls him to her from the tower of a ruined Castle. He is standing on a precipice will anyone come to his rescue 'Move over Frankenstein, out of the way Dracula , Larisha is here.' 'A Quirky Gothic Horror Romance.'

Would you like to know how to activate your Vagus Nerve to decrease your anxiety and cure chronic illness, PTSD, and depression? Would you like to know how to stimulate the Vagus Nerve easily every day to improve your memories, your breath, and your heart? If yes, then keep reading: The vagus nerve is your inner nerve center’s commander-in-chief, regulating all of your major organs. This is the longest cranial nerve, which begins just behind the ears in the brain and connects with all the major organs of the body. This is an important nerve to any organ with which it is in contact. It is...

In a world with no cities, where elves, dwarves, humans, demons, and all others, live in small settled villages or as wandering tribes, the first city to rise is to them what Gods are to ants. Spreading like a flood, only rumors carried by wanderers survive to warn those who are not yet swept away by nightmare, but in a world where nothing ever changes, who would believe it? Who? Until it was too late, nobody. Nobody but the survivors, and Sadrahan is a survivor. The lone adult to escape along with his newborn daughter, it falls to him to build a new life and a new home, one that nobody can...

A prophetic dream. An island drowning in sorrow. A djinn who feeds on grief itself. Rukes, Blademaster of Urlas, has walked between worlds before... But when visions of a distant island plague his dreams—where shadows weep and manifestations of grief walk among the living—he knows the barriers between realms are fraying in ways he never imagined. On the Isle of Marmara, an ancient copper lamp has been dredged from the depths, unleashing a force that transforms sorrow into living nightmare. The dead appear to torment the living. Guilt takes physical form. And at the heart of it all waits...

Joy thinks she's falling in love with FBI Agent Richard Fields—but is the man who makes her mind soar and her heart swoon really who he says he is? Those who challenge the Lords of the Universe—a secret society of new-age fanatics—have a habit of winding up dead from unnaturally 'natural causes.' While witnesses in the case against the LOTU drop like wilted rose petals, FBI expert Richard Fields has been investigating one suspect in particular, Dr. Joy Clayton. The newly exonerated widow of one of the cult's fanatical leaders, Joy is beautiful, brilliant, and an angel on earth—and ...

He dated three women at once. Now he's dead. When Tiffany's rental car gets totaled by a moose named "Swanky," she and her friend Rosie find themselves stranded at a luxury ski lodge—smack in the middle of a high-school reunion gone bad. Things get awkward real fast when half the women at the chalet start comparing notes and realize they've all been dating the same charming guy—one of them even thinks she's engaged to him! Pretty soon, Mr. Tall, Dark, and Definitely Unavailable turns up dead. As if that wasn't dramatic enough, the so-called fiancée reveals he had her late grandmother's...

Though Saint John Paul II said, “the Second Vatican Council (Vatican II) was a great gift to the Church” for various reasons few laity know much (positive) about its teachings. This book is a beginning at changing that. "Shedding Light on Lumen Gentium" is an article-by-article summary of Vatican II document "The Dogmatic Constitution on the Church," better known by its incipit "Lumen Gentium". Saint John Paul II said Lumen Gentium unlocks the teachings of Vatican IIl therefore, with a better understanding of this document, we can better understand how to live the life to which we have ...

A yoga-themed cruise - finally, a nice, calm cruise where nothing could possibly go wrong... "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" Unfortunately, two "rival" yoga groups are booked onto the cruise at the same time, and for such a calm-focused crowd, tempers begin to flare rather quickly. To make matters worse, a VIP passenger associated with one of the yoga groups is soon found murdered. Adrienne and her friends waste no time in beginning their investigation. Too bad the killer seems to be keeping a close eye on Adrienne... Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being ...

Entrepreneurs often suffer from "superhero syndrome" - the misconception that to be successful, they must do everything themselves. They are not only the boss but also the salesperson, HR manager, copywriter, operations manager, online marketing guru, and so much more. It's no wonder so many people give up the dream of starting a business - it's just too much for one person to handle. But outsourcing expert and "Virtual CEO" Chris Ducker knows how you can get the help you need with resources you can afford.

Irreverent essays, thought-provoking articles and humorous items on atheism, religion, science, evolution, creationism and related issues. Volume 1 of a series based on the popular Rosa Rubicondior blog, rosarubicondior.blogspot.com. (Beware of abusive imitations).

Eclipsed Light is an epic fantasy tale that follows Vera, a resilient and determined leader, as she navigates a world ravaged by ancient prophecies and looming threats. From unearthing ancient artifacts to forging alliances with powerful allies like the Elunari, Vera's journey is one of discovery, courage, and unity. As she confronts rogue mages, treacherous betrayals, and the mysteries of a lost civilization, Vera evolves from a reluctant heroine into a beacon of hope for her people. With vivid world-building, intricate magic systems, and deep character development, the story explores ...

Are you ready to unlock the hidden power within you? Brace yourself for an extraordinary journey into the heart of spiritual warfare, where the Blood of Jesus stands as the ultimate offensive and defensive weapon. In this riveting and revelatory masterpiece, you will discover the untapped potential of the Blood that empowers you to conquer every battle that comes your way. 🩸 Unleash the Heavenly Sword: Dive into the depths of divine revelation as you learn to invoke the Blood of Jesus, wielding it like a celestial sword against the forces of darkness, leaving a trail of victorious ...

Adversarial Light - Magick of the Nephilim introduces the ideology, structure and practice of Luciferian Magick from the Deific Mask of Lucifer, Azazel, Belial, Shemiyaza and so many more Fallen Angels. The Watchers - Fallen Angels who instructed humanity who are now called "evil spirits", in myth are said to have corrupted humans with lust and pride. In their descent, according to myth the Watchers brought "The Black Flame", the fire of spirit and the possibility for one to control the secrets of the unconscious. In turn, this power, symbolized by the "Angel" and "Daemon" bring intellect ...

PLANTING SEEDS OF DOUBT… In the final novella of the Seasons series, NY Times bestselling author Kate Collins brings the beloved characters from New Chapel back to the page like never before. Fall has arrived in New Chapel, Indiana, and life has never been better for local florist Abby Knight Salvare and her handsome private eye husband, Marco, until a missing person’s case puts our two hometown heroes at odds, showing signs of stress in an otherwise perfect marriage. Town busybody Sylvie Freeman is certain that her twin brother has gone missing, although everyone in her family is ...

Kylie Berry is working hard to find a lessor for her storefront next door when she gets swamped by a murder-tourism group that has her as one of their featured stops. Kylie is horrified to be featured in such a terrible tour, but to make matters worse, someone on the tour gets killed. Fingers are pointed all around, and some of the tourists even think that Sage is a killer. 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 ...

Jesus’ Beatitudes were first spoken nearly two millennia ago, in these simple statements—when you really look at them with fresh eyes and grasp their depth of meaning—you will find the same pertinence, relevance, and challenge that his first-century audience felt. In them, you will find an invitation into the sacred (holy, set-apart) space of de(re)construction. I hope that, for you, this is not just another book on something Jesus said. Instead, I hope that you might feel seen by Jesus in his Beatitudes, as I have—that you might know that your questioning, confusion, and rethinking...