Virtual Light

The time: 20 centuries ago. Jesus has just burst upon the scene. But a 14-year old boy doesn't care. He's despondent because his father died when he was a child, and he was born with a withered hand. He's become a drunkard and a thief. He knows that if he's caught, the authorities could cut off his hands or put out his eyes ... but he doesn't care until he has a life-changing, dramatic encounter with the Christ that changes his life. When Jesus heals him, the young man is renewed, he now has something to live for, he turns away from liquor and stealing. But the people in his town have ...

When Tiffany and Ian go to Uncle Joe’s family reunion party, they don’t expect to run into a killer… A Cupcakes-and-Crime Caper But that’s exactly what happens when Uncle Joe’s ex-wife Beryl is found dead! Trapped inside Beryl’s creepy old house by an avalanche, Tiffany and Ian must work quickly to uncover who among the other houseguests is the killer. As Beryl’s unsavory past starts coming to light, Tiffany realizes that quite a few people staying in the house have secrets of their own, and good reason to want Beryl dead. From disgruntled family members to secret lovers, to ...

★★★★★"This book inspired to move forward on my own adventure of positive creativity." Paint landscapes with feeling, passion and purpose! Landscapes of My Mind: Colour, Light & Beauty celebrates the joy and beauty of painting the New Zealand landscape seen through the eyes and heart of award-winning artist Cassandra Gaisford. It illustrates the joy of abstract expressionism and shows there is no right or wrong way of painting a scene and no perfect medium. Cassandra has studied with other artists and is largely self-taught...what she shares are the landscapes from her mind and her...

A local hat-maker’s death is ruled an accident by the cops – but Tiffany and Ian are on the case, trying to uncover the truth. The victim’s wife is convinced there’s foul play involved, and soon Tiffany and Ian also believe that to be the case. As the duo uncover secrets about the victim’s life, their list of suspects grows. However, throughout the investigation, the presence of Detective Benson, the LVMPD detective whose job seems to be making Tiffany and Ian’s lives miserable, looms large. First, as the person who signed off on the death as an accident, and then as a shadowy ...

At some point in every spiritual journey, there comes a moment when the foundation you've built your faith upon begins to crumble. Maybe it’s after a diagnosis that shakes your world, or a loss so profound it alters everything. For others, it’s a gradual sense of emptiness where practices that once filled you with peace now feel hollow. The God you thought you knew seems distant, and you’re left asking, Where is God when I need Him most? This silence, though, is not empty. It is not abandonment. It’s an invitation into a deeper, more nuanced relationship with the divine. The great ...

When Victor Kensington, heir to one of the wealthiest fortunes in Cedar Grove, drops dead at the glamorous Midnight Masquerade, whispers of foul play ripple through the grand estate. The Kensington family’s wealth and secrets are a dangerous combination, and everyone in attendance is a suspect. Lila Harrington, a local innkeeper and amateur sleuth, is no stranger to mystery. She can’t resist the call to uncover the truth hidden behind the family’s gilded facade. As secrets unravel and connections to a missing heirloom emerge, Lila is drawn into the glittering yet treacherous world of ...

Embark on a transformative journey beyond the veil of ordinary existence with "The Light Beyond" by Darren Robinson. This illuminating ebook offers a fresh perspective on life's greatest mysteries, perfect for those seeking deeper understanding in our fast-paced digital world. Immerse yourself in a world of spiritual exploration: Uncover unique perspectives on love's transcendent nature Journey alongside the soul's eternal quest for meaning Cultivate personal growth through ancient and modern wisdom Embrace an inclusive approach to spirituality that resonates across diverse beliefs Discover...

A Bed and Breakfast Mystery When Laura’s friend Ashley joins the Paradise Bed and Breakfast team, it seems like things are finally going to work out – until Ashley gets accused of murder. With all guests and staff trapped inside the house by an out-of-season storm and flash flooding, Laura must put on her detective hat and determine who could’ve killed wealthy businessman Harold Jepsen – his unhappy wife, a disgruntled employee, his frustrated daughter or set-to-inherit brother and sister-in-law? Meanwhile, the sleazy property developer Nicholas Lloyd continues with his dirty tricks...

MALS Theory envisages three rings of galaxies, for simplicity. An Inner; a Middle and an Outer set of galaxies. The Inner galaxies traveling the slowest, while the Outer ring of galaxies traveling the fastest, in fact, approaching that of the speed of light. As a body's velocity increases - our universe is speeding up, so its mass will increase, and therefore, the gravitational pull will also increase. Eventually (though it is assumed time does not exist) at the outer reaches of the universe, all three rings (simplified universe) will be drawn together and when this happens, as the theory ...

When Lily Garrison agrees to host this month’s Turtle Cove book club, she never expects the night to end in murder. Former resident Eleanor Sterling returns to town to debut her latest poetry collection, a book filled with cryptic verses exposing the secrets of Turtle Cove’s residents. But as Eleanor begins her reading, she suddenly collapses and dies in front of a stunned audience. The suspect list grows as whispers swirl about her literary rival, Daphne Sinclair, and the townspeople who’d rather keep their skeletons in the closet. With her sister Grace and trusty beagle Rocky by her...

Into the Light is a story of healing from loss, trauma and darkness told through poetry. It explores spirituality, meditation, intuition and personal exploration. The book is for the woman healing from abuse, sexual abuse, trauma, loss, heartbreak or adversity. It shares a transformative perspective of being in a state of darkness to finding hope, healing and light again. The book is inspired by true events of the author who experienced sexual abuse from her father and the process of healing and transforming trauma into power. This book explores trauma, abuse, sexual abuse, mental illness, ...

Kaitlyn was born for ranch life, but when her father wants to open the ranch to tourists, Kaitlyn is distraught. The situation gets even worse when she goes head-to-head with Luke, the man in charge of all the changes happening to her home. Their disagreements are heated, but a spark ignites that could change both of their lives forever. Can they get past their differences and learn to work together? *This is a stand-alone book in the Rocky Brook Cowboys series* Kaitlyn’s heart is broken when she discovers the changes her father is making to their family ranch. She has always been ...

Excerpt from A Light Shines Through Darkness. Just forget it they said And I tried But I cried until I tasted blood As I witnessed foreign ships Sailing boldly in route to the motherland with plans to rob her of her greatest assets Just let it go they said And I tried But still I find myself Frantically reaching out Clinging on to every last bit Of my heritage, my history , my Africa As the first enslaved brother must have. But slavery didn't effect you they say And I agreed But I was wrong it seems Because we are still in this boat together Shackled side by side Chained down by ignorance ...

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 ...

London Cartwright was asked to take a break as a 5-star Michelin Chef in New York to rekindle her passion for cooking and come up with some innovative dishes. Finding herself in Aberdeen, Scotland, London does find her passion... but not just for food. Her appetite for all things Scottish is turned up a notch in this breezy romp in the land of kilts and haggis.

Madeline and Andrea are back, along with their close-knit family and friends. Cassandra, one of their daughters, falls in love and embarks on an adventurous journey abroad. Will her newfound love withstand the trials that await? How will her family react to her runaway and decision to dress like a man? Return to the streets of Victorian-era Paris for another captivating tale.

What do you get when you cross Northern Exposure with a Hallmark Christmas movie? Polar Creek: population quirky. Where moose have the right-of-way and the only stoplight blinks when it feels like it. Sadie looks forward to spending Christmas wrapped in romance and holiday magic in a cozy Alaska cabin. Instead, her world turns over when she finds her fiancé has been gift-wrapping his heart for someone else. But when Sadie tries to return home, a precarious bush plane flight strands her in the tiny town of Polar Creek during a fierce Alaskan blizzard. Kreston runs the tiny town with more ...

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 ...

It's been a few short months since Chase Abernathy and his eclectic band of wizard, vampire, and mortal friends foiled an infernal plot to tear down reality from the inside out. Now, things seem to have settled back down. But the peace doesn't last long, as new, very earthly foes enter the field: a cult, The Order, has targeted Chase and his friends, and the Council has no idea who they are or why they've chosen to go head-to-hear with one of the world's most powerful mortals. Is it the Council's old enemy, the Black Thorn, or some newer, or far older, enemy? By the time the true enemies ...

"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 ...