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Blue Light comprises two novellas by John Fraser: 'Blue Light: After the End' and 'Starting Over'. We may like to imagine we know what the end of the world will be like – and maybe it will not be dissimilar to our own individual ends. 'Blue Light' shows what it’s like, the running down, the onset of rigor mortis, the new life sprouting, notwithstanding. About the author: John Fraser is the author of 18 works of literary and speculative fiction. He has lived in Rome since 1980. Previously he worked in England and Canada. The distinguished poet, novelist and Booker Prize nominee John ...

Three years ago, while studying abroad I met a man who would change my life forever. In just one single night together, Ashby had satisfied me in ways I’d never experienced before, not with a single one of my ex-girlfriends. I wasn’t gay, though. I could never look at another man the way I looked at Ashby—and believe me, I tried. Now, going into my junior year at Dogson University I’m fresh out of another failed relationship, and that encounter with Ashby still burns in my mind like it happened yesterday. I believed I would never meet my unicorn again—until the first day of class....

Hope in the Darkness – A Story of Redemption, Faith, and Unshakable Love For years, the weight of the past felt unbearable. The pain, the struggles, the longing for love from those unable to give it—it all seemed too much. But even in the darkest moments, there was hope. And not just any hope—hope through God. In Hope in the Darkness, I share a deeply personal testimony of resilience, survival, and faith. Through heartbreak and trials, one truth remains: God never abandons us. No matter where you come from or what you’ve endured, He has a plan for your life—a plan of healing, ...

A dark, ominous cloud looms over the town of Moorefield. As Chad and his family return to his brother's cabin, they are faced with the biggest threat to their existence. Everything is on the line as Chad fights for his survival while putting his life on the line to protect everyone he cares about and restore a sense of normalcy to Moorefield. Pick up book three of an American EMP Survival Thriller series, Nation of Light!

Reignite Your Vitality After 50 with the Power of Red Light Therapy Are you seeking natural solutions to combat aging, alleviate chronic pain, enhance sleep quality, and boost energy levels? Red Light Therapy: Benefits for Natural Health Beyond 50 offers a comprehensive guide to harnessing the transformative effects of red and near-infrared light therapy, tailored specifically for those embracing the golden years. This evidence-based resource demystifies the science behind photobiomodulation, presenting practical applications to: Reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots for rejuvenated ...

Trained to be a villain, Ariandelle Meredova of Blackthorn Keep faked her death to escape her powerful family and pursue her true passion—brewing magical teas in the remote city of Brimstead. But peace doesn’t last forever. Lucian Storm, a determined ex-knight, arrives to hunt down the missing sorceress. At first, he doesn’t realize the charming tea witch serving him chamomile with a smile is the very woman he’s been chasing; the Ari he knows now conflicts with the woman he thought he knew in the past. As feelings bloom and old threats return, Ari must decide: will she run again or ...

A clever canine. A vanished friend. A secret someone would kill to keep buried —and Alex Allin’s cozy life is about to come undone. When a centuries-old ornate box appears in Alex Allin’s Colorado shop, it carries more than curiosity—it reveals a mystery stretching across generations. A cryptic pattern tucked inside leads straight to Istanbul. Reluctant but determined, Alex follows the thread, never expecting the puzzle to turn deadly. When her best friend is abducted, the mystery becomes personal. With her snack-obsessed dog, Saedie, a flirtatious journalist, and the eccentric ...

New Town. New Café. Deadly Secrets. Tiffany Black was ready for a fresh start—quaint small-town life, a cozy café, and days filled with cupcakes, coffee, and zero drama. But from the moment she and her best friend, Rosie, open their bakery, things start to go horribly wrong. First, someone sabotages the café, determined to shut them down before they even get started. Then, a murder rocks the town—and all signs point to someone who’s a little too close for comfort. Who is trying to destroy Tiffany's dream? Who wanted the victim dead? And how long before the killer strikes again? As ...

This Gospel of Thomas, inclusive of the Gospel of Mary Magdalene, was found at the Nag Hammadi site in the Egyptian desert in December of 1945 along with some other books collectively called the “Nag Hammadi Library.” These texts were very fragmented with age and in a state of advanced decay. The original parchments now rest in the Coptic Museum in Cairo. They have been thought to have been written and dated from 100-245 A.D., according to some sources. Until today these sacred texts have only been able to be partially interpreted by scholars because no complete record of these texts ...

Everyone has a story…and a dream. Patricia didn’t trust easily. Her ex-husband had taught her all the reasons not to. But Daine wasn't the type to give up easily. Andrew wanted to make certain his granddaughter was happy with her life…then his daughter showed up. Jillian was determined to learn more about her family’s history and the mystery surrounding the woman in the painting at Daine’s house…she didn’t count on Nic being just as interested in finding answers about the mystery surrounding the painting as she was. Hannah couldn’t be happier with her new husband…or so she...

All Adrienne wanted was a fun new job on a cruise ship—instead, she’s dealt three big surprises. "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" Surprise number one, wonderful: Her best friend Samantha has joined the cruise! Surprise number two, also quite good: the First Officer is rather handsome. Surprise number three, definitely not good: Samantha is suspected of murdering a VIP cruise passenger. Throw in a few more surprises—an over-the-top boss, a potentially homicidal chef, and a blast from Adrienne’s past—and this cruise might end up being Adrienne’s last. Join Adrienne...

Time moves fast on the racetrack. It moves even faster when you’re being chased. Kinsley It’s a transpacific flight, my fresh start thousands of miles away from the danger that’s imprisoned me. Producing a new Formula 1 docuseries is my way out. I’m done cowering, hiding, and being afraid of what lurks in the shadows. Nothing can touch me now. Except maybe him… Embedding with this Texas racing team just became a lot more attractive. The way he’s looking at me, with eyes so blue they should be illegal? I recognize a sexy smolder when I see one. Can sixteen hours on an airplane ...

“Let’s try some where you’re on the bed on all fours and you’re looking back at me,” I said. It was surreal giving my wife direction to take photos to show her body to other men… and women.If you had told me a year ago that my wife Cassie and I would be sharing very revealing photos and videos online for the entire world to see I would have said you were out of your mind. Nope that's me. Completely out of my mind. What was I thinking letting my stunning wife of ten years parade around in front of those cameras? Even if I am the one holding the camera... I mean a simple bikini ...

When 22-year-old dancer Miles stumbles into a quirky summer theatre looking for work, he expects odd costumes and backstage chaos-not a life-changing love story. Taking a background role in a struggling dance production, he’s thrust into a world of intense rehearsals, glitter-covered egos, and a misfit cast that slowly becomes something like family. Cade, the dazzling lead dancer, is everything Miles isn’t-experienced, adored, untouchable. But beneath the spotlight, Cade hides the weight of past wounds and the crushing expectations of always having to lead. As rehearsals heat up, so ...

Play until it kills you Uncle Robert died, and that sucks, but it’s just the beginning of Channing’s strange, unbelievable tale. After figuring out the password to the odd gaming console his uncle willed him, Channing finds himself in a hub containing thousands of knock-off games filled with action, loot, variety, and some extremely hot women at every turn. It’s a gamer’s wet dream, right until Channing discovers the dark secret hidden within the console. Uncle Robert didn’t die of a stroke. He was killed in the game by another player, one whose guild is now targeting Channing. ...

A group of adventurers searching for a cure for comatose children find themselves trapped in a sequence of virtual worlds, the only opponents of a conspiracy of the rich to live forever in a dream. Now, they are forced to make an uneasy alliance with their only surviving former enemy against his treacherous sidekick Johnny Wulgaru, a serial killer with a chance to play God forever. Few science fiction sagas have achieved the level of critical acclaim - and best-selling popularity - as Tad Williams's Otherland novels.

Edwin Salamand has lived on a farm his whole life. The problem? He's not very good at farming, or anything involving the outdoors, for that matter. When his salamander farm goes belly up, he decides to move to a nearby city. A deal too good to be true goes awry, and he ends up with a dusty old bookshop filled to the brim with unassuming level one skill tomes. Pamphlets, really. It's not the most exciting windfall, but it's a path to an honest life, one that Edwin is confident he can handle. Because running a bookshop for beginners has got to be safe and simple, right? It turns out Edwin's ...

Facilitate Spiritual Transformation with Light Language "Galactic Frequencies of Light: Experiences in Light Language" is a fascinating and illuminating exploration of the ancient practice of using light language for personal and spiritual growth. Through this book, readers will learn about the powerful potential of light language as a tool for healing, self-discovery, and connection with the divine. Whether you are new to the concept of light language or have already been practicing it, "Galactic Frequencies of Light" offers a wealth of insight and inspiration to help you navigate your own...

On one of those magically white winter nights, my mother took me in her arms and shut the doors behind her. We left my drunken father in the name of a better life. And the name of that better life was Tom, a local gangster with the face of the devil himself. I remember looking at my mother's bloody face bashed into the ground, teeth scattered around her limp body. I understood then that one of us was going to die. Fortunately, I was right!

It's Theo's second year at the academy, and his group has been assigned to the palace for his journeyman training year. The problem is, politics are in the air, and of course, it doesn't take long for Theodore to get mixed up in things. All in all, it's a right royal pain!