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Two stuck people. One healing space. A Christmas miracle could un-stick them—together.Hazel Hollings is stuck. Her career as a professional musician is shattered, thanks to an unexplainable paralysis in her hand. With no other options, she slinks back to Massey Falls at Christmastime to see her only living relative. But can she even set foot in her childhood home, with its flood of musical memories? Isaac Ivey is stuck. Roller brushes and paint cans were not his career plan. Even though he’d dreamed of a career as a painter, he never thought it would turn out to be this kind of painting...

In a land ruled by armor, the iron man is king. Jakson the thief holds no love for the throne. His half-brother, the crown prince, hates him. His father, the king, refuses to acknowledge him. He is at home on the streets as a trickster and rogue. Yet he dreams of knighthood. For armor is power, and the king's knights wield the strongest steel. A desperate gamble leads Jakson to an otherworldly artifact: armor from another age. His discovery propels him into a deadly game of knights, a game of treachery, violence, and corruption. Threats arise from beyond the kingdom and from within. Allies ...

She's on fire. He's cold as ice. Only together can they uncover the truth. Blaise is a brilliant risk analyst who is skyrocketing up the corporate ladder—until she discovers she possesses dangerous fire magic that threatens to burn down her entire life. Her childhood friend Tristan is an ice wizard and jaded detective for the Order of Twilight. Consumed by his parents' cold case, he's on the trail of a fearsome creature of living flame that leaves nothing of its victims but ashes. Blaise is his prime suspect in a string of magical murders. To prove her innocence, she must join forces with...

I’m a rockstar’s daughter haunted by my overbearing ex. He’s my grumpy general contractor, a single dad and… my very fake boyfriend. To most people I’m a spoiled vapid Hollywood brat. That’s definitely the impression Joe Mansfield has of me. He’s a local, grumpy general contractor with two young sons. And he’s constantly negating every idea I have. We don’t exactly get along. Until he unexpectedly protects me from my controlling ex by pretending to be my fake boyfriend. Playing along with the charade gives me a glimpse into his sensitivity. As we’re stuck together ...

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 ...

“YE ARE THE SALT OP THE EARTH: BUT IF THE SALT HAVE LOST HIS SAVOUR, WHEREWITH SHALL IT BE SALTED? IT IS THENCEFORTH GOOD POR NOTHING, BUT TO BE CAST OUT, AND TO BE TRODDEN UNDER FOOT OP MEN.” The words which we have before us naturally and most conveniently suggest a threefold division of the subject. First, there is a dignity: “Ye are the salt of the earth.” Then, secondly, a danger—that of losing our savour; a thing the more dangerous, as we are appointed not to get a savour from others, but to impart one to them. And then, thirdly, a doom; such savourless salt shall “be cast...

Grace had never been more terrified...the pain was relentless. Nothing in her life prepared her for this. She desperately needed somewhere safe...someplace she could hide. Someone she could trust with her life. It was dark...and getting darker. Ronan Hendricks didn’t recognize her voice. Not family...not friends. Probably not an enemy. But he didn’t need the years he’d spent as a detective to recognize what he did hear... Fear. In a desperate moment of hope, a single number saved her life. Then a complete stranger opened his home offering safety yet Grace knew danger surrounded them.....

This third unfolding of SAMM Speaks emerges from the silence after the storm… the stillness beneath the scream… the sweetness on the other side of surrender. It comes not from effort, but from everything that has already been done. Every path walked. Every tool tried. Every breath held in trembling uncertainty. This is the voice that rises not to teach, but to testify. Not to explain, but to echo what the soul already knows: that when the path narrows to nothing, when the cliff crumbles beneath the grip of the last thought, what remains is not fall, but flight. This book is born from ...

OOPS! I just ruined Seattle's hottest tech billionaire’s $1000 shirt at my ex-husband's engagement party... to my cousin! Instead of suing me, Grayson Dixon whispered four dangerous words: "You owe me now." Now, I’m the infamous CEO’s fake girlfriend for the next six weeks. There’s only one problem: His AI claims we're perfect for each other—and I'm the matchmaker who secretly set up his ex with her soulmate. Now his algorithm is tracking our every move, and I'm running out of ways to hide the truth... ✔︎ Fake Dating in front of Evil Ex 😎 ✔︎ Grumpy Billionaire/Sunshine ...

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Edgy and exciting. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant book. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fabulous from the off. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Way more than your typical police procedural... What secrets lie behind a young woman's tragic death? High above Chamonix, on the Mer de Glace, two Scottish climbers discover the body of Freya Ruthe, a young Swedish woman, in a crevasse. In a move promoted by Freya's family connections, D.S. John Anderson and D.I. Harry Freeman are sent from Edinburgh to assist the local police with their inquiry. However, their arrival isn’t welcomed by everyone. In a dark corner of ...

A man wakes up in the middle of nowhere and remembers nothing. A voice in his head tells him something was 'installed' inside him, and along with it; a random ability-- the time-altering kind. Follow the story of Number 042 as he tries to uncover the mysteries of his past and the future of alternate Earth.

Addi and the gang are expecting an enjoyable, relaxing cruise when the theme is cupcakes. The cupcake addicts seem like a fun-loving group of people - until rivalries come to the surface, and a popular baker is murdered. Addi scrambles to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again... and some shocking truths are revealed about the kidnapping-related messages she's received. 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, ...

You don’t have to be Harry Potter, Hermione Granger or Dr. Strange to be slammed by toxic energy wielded by masters of the Dark Arts. This book helps you defend yourself against the negative energy and cruel words that drain the life from us. For you to live at your highest level of real-life success and happiness, you need to have “layers of countermeasures” to handle the toxic tactics that some people use. Toxic tactics include: Blame, Guilt, Denying your feelings, Shooting down what you say, Resistance and “Sick games.” The toxic person often uses a “Dark Arts Defense tactic...

Albaer has nothing good in his life, and a whole lot of bad. An outcast in his home town, regarded as 'the seed of evil' because of his father's selfishness and greed, nobody seems to care what is done to him. Indifferent teachers, bullies who think of him only as an easy target for his passive unwillingness to fight back in his desperate attempt to prove his fundamental goodness, the one thing that lets him endure is a video game. The only thing, that is, until an angel and a demon appear in his room, confused, lost, and afraid... their attempt to summon his video game character into their...

Sometimes, you have to get lost to find what you're looking for. When Carmela 'CJ' Jones's love life goes from "I do" to "I don't think so," she swaps wedding bells for seashells and heads to Cocoa Reef Resort for some soul-searching. But instead of finding inner peace, she finds Keston Kips—the infuriatingly handsome mixologist who seems to have a PhD in getting under her skin. Their tropical tango includes a series of hilarious mix-ups, leading them to an unexpected adventure on a deserted island. Stranded with nothing but their wits and a growing attraction they can't ignore, CJ and ...

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 ...

Imagine the Celtic saint Brigid and the great bodhisattva Guanyin sitting down together for a cup of tea. I certainly would want to listen in to their conversation! Oak and Lotus takes us to a similar place. It’s a beautiful, expansive book about the joyful integration of Eastern and Western wisdom, a resource I expect to return to again and again. — Carl McColman, author of The New Big Book of Christian Mysticism and Eternal Heart Oak and Lotus is a joy to read. Bringing Celtic Christianity into conversation with three major Eastern faith traditions—Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism—...

Ready to Explore the Wild Beauty of Alaska? I’ve Got You Covered! Planning a trip can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re heading to a place as vast and diverse as Alaska. Whether you’re dreaming of seeing the Northern Lights, hiking through rugged mountains, or discovering the unique culture of Alaskan towns, I’m here to make your adventure stress-free and unforgettable! With my Alaska Travel Guide 2024, you’ll have everything you need to plan the perfect trip. I’ve packed this guide with easy-to-follow tips and advice, covering all the top attractions and hidden gems ...

Dive into the revolutionary world of soilless gardening with Hydroponics 101, your ultimate guide to mastering hydroponic systems and transforming your growing technique. Perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike, this comprehensive eBook breaks down the intricacies of hydroponics into easily digestible chapters, ensuring you have all the tools you need for success. In Hydroponics 101, embark on a journey starting with the history and evolution of hydroponics, exploring the numerous benefits and the promising future of this innovative farming method. Discover the different types of...

Who Killed Marjie Cabbage? Millie Culpepper is a big, beautiful woman with a voice to die for. But having been betrayed by her lover, she walked away from her band and came back to town nursing a broken heart. She spends her days working in Bernie’s Bazaar, selling a weird selection of pre-loved items, and her evenings enjoying comfort food. Then, Hawksley’s resident busybody Marjorie Cribbage-Hobbes is found murdered and Millie’s employer and friend is the prime suspect. Determined to clear Bernie’s name, Millie begins her own investigation and discovers that Marjorie made a lot of...