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Two months after the attack that changed their lives forever, Amanda and Jonah are more determined than ever to build a community that comes together for the safety and security of all. They navigate real-world issues amidst apocalyptic dangers and obstacles to find out that friends can exist in the apocalypse.

For Don and Samantha Anderson and crew, the first winter in Michigan after the EMPs is full of trouble and tough decisions, making their already difficult reality even more challenging to endure. Don finds himself still struggling with nightmares of what he and his group did to defend themselves in the past. Their search radius for food and supplies continues to grow, eventually leading them to the abandoned town of Frankenmuth, Michigan. What they find there, is not at all what they expected!

Duc de Louis de Rouvroy Saint-Simon (1675-1755) was a French soldier, diplomat, and noted diarist. A French courtier during the 18th century, today he's best known for his comprehensive multi-volume memoirs, which depict life in France at the time. He was an indefatigable writer, and he began very early to record all the gossip he collected, all his interminable legal disputes over precedence, and a vast mass of unclassified material. He is petty, unjust to private enemies and to those who espoused public views contrary to his, as well as being an incessant gossip.

For Don and Samantha Anderson and crew, the second half of winter in Michigan is a time of healing and growth in their new community. With that comes personality conflicts and change. The Andersons’ group isn’t the only thing growing in size and strength in the area. The dog pack is, too, and all of these humans are right in the middle of their claimed territory. As their search for food begins to overlap, the frequency of encounters increases, and something has to give.

April brings new challenges to Logan and Abbi as they work tirelessly with a group of volunteers to restore and rebuild the damaged infrastructure and housing in Alaska after the Russian invasion ends. Meanwhile, many people from the northern portion of the Lower 48 are migrating up through Canada in search of a better life in Alaska, but are restricted to specific routes and stopped from settling anywhere.

Unleash the Hero Within! Get ready for an epic adventure in faith with "Holy Heroes Kids Devotional." Join forces with legendary characters like Spider-Man, Wonder Woman, Batman, Superman, Iron Man, Captain America, and The Hulk as they guide and inspire kids in discovering God’s Word. In this captivating devotional, every chapter seamlessly blends the thrill of iconic heroes with practical, real-life lessons from the Bible, creating an action-packed exploration of the Christian faith. What Awaits Inside: "Holy Heroes Kids Devotional" contains 40 superhero-inspired devotions! But this ...

Art & Fear explores the way art gets made, the reasons it often doesn't get made, and the nature of the difficulties that cause so many artists to give up along the way. This is a book about what it feels like to sit in your studio or classroom, at your wheel or keyboard, easel or camera, trying to do the work you need to do. It is about committing your future to your own hands, placing free will above predestination, choice above chance. It is about finding your own work.

Preparing for hard times was second nature to native Texans. For the Garcia siblings, it wasn't a matter of if, but when something would happen. Despite their careers taking them in separate directions across the state, nothing could stop the brother and sister duo from meeting back up when an EMP takes most of the country back to the stone age.

After a long and eventful return trip from Michigan to Alaska, Chase and Haylee finally make it home with both sets of their parents—just in time for what might be even worse than they’d already encountered in the Lower 48. Join them in a struggle most Americans can’t even begin to fathom—how to survive during a foreign invasion!

Eleven days since everything changed. Five miles to their new home. One chance to get it right. With what’s left of their group, can Jonah and Amanda survive and stay hidden with winter fast approaching? Their plans to bug-in go terribly wrong and they seek a place to lie low and heal after the devastating attack on their home. Mishaps and mayhem plague them as they try to stay hidden from Lucas and his gang.

Having been spared the devastating effects up there, the four of them rushed home to Michigan to "rescue" their parents and bring them back to Alaska—3,000 miles each way. Travel with them and see through their eyes what might happen to our neighbors if the greatest country on the planet was caught by surprise and knocked to its knees….

When Amanda Thomlin finds herself face-to-face with the reality that she may never see her mother again, the overwhelming uncertainty nearly immobilizes her. A kind father figure steps up and takes her under his protection, bringing her into his family.

This book contained carefully developed steps to help you grow stronger in that toxic relationship and develop the courage to stop loving that person who isn’t reciprocating. All you need to do is consciously follow the eight tested stages to overcome whatever feelings that hold you down and make you cry. After six weeks, you will come out and say it confidently that you have gotten over him.

Can Christians discover spiritual meaning in a superhero movie!? As the culmination of twenty-plus movies, Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame made a massive cultural impact and broke all sorts of records on its march to become the highest-grossing movie of all time. Endgame earned $2.8 billion in the box-office, making it one of the most watched and most influential films in popular culture. For that reason, Marvel’s box-office bombshell is worth examining through the lens of faith. How does Endgame sit alongside the Christian faith? Does it echo the gospel in some fashion? Join award-winning ...

Called to the scene of a grisly double murder in a Northern English village, Detective Inspector Dave Barnes thinks he's seen everything—until the threads of his investigation unwind an otherworldly secret. As the Inspector and his team delve deeper into the case, a former history professor, with a personal interest in the crime, steps forward to provide bizarre clues that seem too impossible to be true.

If you are a fan of Marvel or DC superheroes and a Christian seeking super-heroic faith, this book is for you! Comic book superheroes like Superman, Wonder Woman, Spider-Man, and Ant-Man routinely stand for justice and save the day! The only drawback is… they aren’t real. Real people need real heroes. Luckily, the Bible is full of heroes! These Holy Heroes didn’t wear spandex or fly around in capes. They didn’t inspire action figures, cartoon shows, or summer blockbusters. Instead, they were godly heroes—ordinary men and women who accomplished extraordinary things through faith in...

Embark on a transformative journey through the timeless wisdom of the Song of Solomon in "Redeeming Love." Delve into the depths of one of the most enigmatic and passionate books of the Bible as it unveils the secrets of true love, intimacy, and devotion. In this captivating exploration, Pastor Scott delves into the rich tapestry of the Song of Solomon, revealing profound insights into the nature of love, romance, and relationships. Drawing upon biblical scholarship and practical wisdom, he unpacks the mysteries of sex and intimacy, offering guidance for couples seeking to deepen their ...

Embark on an extraordinary voyage through the Book of Jonah, an ancient narrative that continues to resonate with timeless lessons of God's mercy and human frailty. In "The Story of Jonah: A Reluctant Prophet and the Mercy of God," we delve into the captivating saga of Jonah, a reluctant prophet whose journey challenges our understanding of forgiveness, redemption, and the depths of God's grace. With this eBook, readers will: Uncover the hidden Messianic meta-narrative that connects Jonah's experiences to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ Reflect on Jonah's spiritual journey through ...

Have you ever felt like no one truly knows you? When was the last time you felt deeply, personally known by someone else? In a world where digital connections often leave us feeling more disconnected than ever, where social media counts followers but not the depth of relationships, a profound yearning lingers within us—a yearning to be truly known. Welcome to "Known: An Eye-Opening Exploration of Psalm 139." A compilation of three compelling sermons, this ebook unravels the profound truths embedded in this timeless psalm. Join Pastor Scott Bayles as he passionately guides you through the...

Gain a whole new perspective on your favorite Hollywood films! Do you want to discover God’s truth in your favorite movies? Do you want to be inspired by spiritual themes in recent blockbusters? Do you want to increase your faith and draw closer to God by watching movies? Absolutely! And this book will show you how. We live in a culture that is obsessed with Hollywood. We go to the movies, watch them at home, talk about them with our friends, and even argue about them online. But have you ever stopped to consider the movies you watch and messages they convey through the filter of faith? ...