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Prison Chronicles is a realistic look inside a world where the man with the most game controlled the field. Sex, drugs and violence was just the tip of the iceberg, beneath the surface was another world. A world controlled by greed. Prison Chronicles is a tale about Malcolm James journey into the prison society. The emotional battles he faced with family, to the internal struggles with his flesh. The choices he makes are not always the right ones but his desire to come out on top is what separated him from the others. He encountered all types of people in his quest for freedom. Some became friends, some became lovers, while others were just tools used to reach the top. Through it all, he kept his head up when the weight of the world would have crushed others. Was there light at the end of his tunnel or just another train wreck heading his way?
"I love Brooklyn. And I don't think it's only because I was born and raised there. Now, in middle-age, I appreciate it more than ever. I wish I still lived there but ... that's a whole story of its own! The idea of this novel appealed to me because it would allow me to write about a place I knew and loved well, and also about the wonderful people I have known who lived there. Brooklyn itself is a ""character"" in this book. There is a place for everyone in Brooklyn, and everyone seems to make their way there eventually!"
"I am a retired pensioner. I worked with children in care for many years, up until I retired in December 2022. I have never written anything before. After reading many stories and helping children write essays, I was inspired to write one myself."
"Although Portland, Maine, CPA Ellen Hartman knows her meeting with valued client and grieving father, Dr. Tom Reynolds, will be difficult, she?s not prepared for the bombshell he drops. As if it?s not bad enough that Tom and Lucy?s young son, Ben, is dead after embarking on a solo journey on the family sailboat, now Tom has just been fired from the surgical practice he founded and nurtured for thirty years. When Ellen learns she has been fired as the practice?s accountant, she questions why his partners have turned against them. Are they hiding something, and if so, what? To complicate matters, Lucy is suspicious about the real cause of her son's death. Now there are two mysteries to unravel. Are they related? She enlists her right-hand accountant, feisty, whip-smart Julie Benoit, to hold down the fort in Portland while Ellen and Lucy travel to Miami Beach to search Ben's sailboat for answers to his suspicious death. Julie uses the opportunity to employ questionable research techniques that lead to a surprising revelation. Will they find resolution to both mysteries and help Tom and Lucy navigate through grief to find their way back to each other?"
<p>The shocking death of the popular Prince of Wales launches his young heir from innocent childhood into a roiling caldron of political jealousy and intrigue. Set in all the glory of mid-eighteenth century England, the child prince is urgently prepared for his estranged grandfather&rsquo;s throne. Under the wing of his godly tutor-advisor, the youth staggers through an escalating minefield of hazards.<br />Juxtaposed with the prince&rsquo;s story, is the life of a down-and-out firebrand statesman considering retirement from public service, including the House of Commons because he&rsquo;s under the king&rsquo;s fervent disfavor. As rumors of coup d&rsquo;etat swirl around the prince, an alliance between the youth and the flagging Member of Parliament (MP) secures hope of a safe ascension. The alliance also catapults the prince&rsquo;s gentle advisor and the seasoned statesman MP into the two most powerful men in Great Britain. One controls the next king. The other controls Parliament. Then, in the face of escalating war, a shocking twist changes everything.<br />Collision Course shatters clich&eacute;s as it treks through England&rsquo;s finest gardens and dines with kings and statesmen, all the while peering into the universal nature of the human soul and the heartbeat of corrupted constitutional government. This is the true, untold story of alliance, ambition, betrayal, loss, and recovery that set the world stage for the American Revolution.<br /><br />&mdash;Collision Course is an excellent historical novel replete with engaging narrative, authentic characters, and verbatim period-piece dialogue. I enjoyed the whole thing&mdash;even all the food and botany.<br />&mdash;Tom Siebert, writer and editor<br /><br />&mdash; This novel is timeless political intrigue, laced with laugh-out-loud humor, sweet romance, selfless mentoring, and paradigm marriages. Ms. Inman immerses the reader into another time and place and the scholarly aspects of the book are remarkable. The high scenes are simply stunning. I felt I was right there witnessing what was happening&hellip; I could feel exactly what the characters were going through.<br />&mdash;Ann Howard Creel author of The Magic of Ordinary Days<br />and The Whiskey Sea<br /><br />&mdash;Collision Course&nbsp;is compelling real history with real people fleshed out and facing the real challenges of living in a fallen world. Two walk-through comedians offer comic relief a la Shakespeare&rsquo;s jesters. This debut entertains while enlightening and edifying the whole family!<br />&mdash;Robert C. Lowry, MD<br />author of Recovering American Liberty: Rediscovering<br />the Principles of Just Government&nbsp;</p>
"Falling in love at a young age and not realizing it what it really was. Going through life questioning if you made the right decisions and losing who you really are. 30 years later finding yourself and realizing that you are stronger that you could ever imagined. Crossing paths with the person you dreamed of spending your life with and enter a roller coaster of emotions."
After Stevie finds a reason to breathe from the depths of his despair, he is caught in the war of the eclipse, where the lunar luster and the lambent moon entwine. They collide in the coldest tempest beneath the louring heights that graze the stars of P...
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Go Play In Traffic (A Writer?s Life), is a tale of writing, loss, friendship and telepathy during the COVID Pandemic. Reba, a 74-year-old lesbian, finds herself in a state of limbo after a year of writer?s block, the beginning of retirement, and the break-up of a long-term relationship. A surprise connection with Fred, an African grey parrot, is a call to life that sets in motion a path of the unexpected. In this state of grief and magic, Reba creates stories exploring the fantastical in the everyday.
An Eclectic Collage is a collection of poems that studies not only the vicissitudes of the natural world but that of humanity, as well. His most challenging subjects are men and women and the interactions between the two, although there is something equally mesmerizing about the changing foliage of fall from green to oranges and reds.
"Even after sixty-four years of marriage my friends tell me I am brave to write my wife's biography. However I have always worked on the principle that fortune favours the brave but anyway, what can go wrong? I mean, I don't forget the date of her birthday and where she was born! Well, I can recite the story of how she expertly handled the mundane, the challenging ups and downs, the unexpected, and inexplicable vagaries of life while balancing her roles as a wife, mother of three, grandmother of six, teacher, co-director of a chemical company, elder of her church, philanthropist and avid tennis player. Nevertheless we shall not forget Shakespeare's well-remembered prayer put on the lips of Hamlet's guards: 'Angels and ministers of grace, defend us ?? But yes, I will be brave, as Judy told me to be!"
The story of consciousness describes the mystery we are; where we come from before birth and where we go after death; and the thinking both in our body mind and subconscious and beyond it. It is the dimensions of rational awareness of mind and heart we use for our ego and creative life on earth, and in other dimensions around us. Imagine that you have an all-pervading higher intelligence within in your many layered consciousness. How we employ it for this dynamic life with love, and the ways it works, make you the self you are. Consciousness is an energy which comes into the brain of the embryo to activate the mind for this life; it functions at many levels. The level we call the heart is an influence emotionally with love and loving. Consciousness radiates, and the way it relates in us and beyond is the story of our lives. We can use this to great effect with certain techniques. We are alive in several levels of consciousness.
"Take a whimsical journey, with this award-winning self-development playbook, guiding you in a quest to increase happiness levels in your daily life! By implementing simple daily practices you will increase emotional intelligence, connect to your body, reduce negative self-talk, increase intuition, and kick out limiting beliefs. By clearing out the ?mind clutter? you create new space in your mind, which can open the door into your life purpose and pull back the layers to easily reconnect to your authentic self. This series of playbook activities is designed to redefine your daily routine with immersive, accessible practices to increase your happiness levels. Using research and her personal and professional experience, Ria has spent over a decade developing this compilation of intelligent, practical tools anyone can apply. By incorporating this playbooks? daily practices into a routine, you will begin the process of moving out old habits and replacing them with empowering ones. In no time you will be creating lasting changes designed to increase self-esteem and practices to unlock the door to unconditional self-love. By peeling back dysfunctional patterns through creating new routines you can create the life you were meant to have! Make a commitment to yourself today by putting pen to paper with this playbook as your guide. As you open up to a deeper dive an emerging adventurous spirit will be ignited as you dance through this illustrated playbook and begin the process of making more room for joy, passion and love inside of yourself. We can learn to love ourselves unconditionally by ditching limiting beliefs, implementing mindfulness practices, living in gratitude, applying forgiveness processes, and engaging in practices that help to rewire the brain for joy. There is no time like the present to start increasing happiness in your life!?"
"<p><i>Following of on bee coming-of-age story in Flowers for Brother Mudd,</i><br> <b>JUDITH RETURNS TO NEW DELHI</b><br> as a US diplomat, her lively five-year old daughter at her side. Embarking on the life she's dreamed of, this former English major and Fulbright scholar who's just earned a Master's in international service from American University throws herself into living the globe-trotting life. What lies in store for this risk-taker who grew up during Jim Crow is what Chocolates for Mary Julia is about. After riding the stormy waves of the Civil Rights Movement and witnessing monumental legal changes for blacks, she entered the foreign service expecting to serve on behalf of an America that had finally assured the right to the pursuit of happiness for all, only to realize that there was much more to do. Nonetheless, she would not be robbed of a fulfilling career. As the velvety sweetness of her mother, Mary Julia's, dreams hoisted her on her way, she embarks on tours abroad, and in Washington, DC. Determined to succeed, she thrives on living in faraway places while overcoming high hurdles, making it a point to savor as much of the good life as she can. Doing work that makes a difference, on a level of excellence inspired by the Ursuline Sisters and historically black Morgan State University, often in the face of racial bias, she persists in having a full life: Never giving up on love, building family and effective work teams, seeing world sights' all while, paradoxically, proudly waving the flag for an ideal America yet to be realized.</p>"
"""Embark on a transformative journey with 'Raising an Autistic Young Adult' by journalist and mom Esther Dillard. Are you prepared for your Black or Brown autistic teen's future? Do you worry about their emotional challenges, or if they'll be ready for encounters with the police? This book delves into these anxieties, offering practical solutions. Discover expert guidance and poignant narratives, exploring crucial topics such as emotional regulation, personal hygiene, and higher education considerations. Esther Dillard, a journalist and mom of an autistic teen is uniquely attuned to the struggles faced by Black and Brown families. In this book she amplifies parental voices recounting interviews about subjects that many parents navigate alone. Uncover empowering insights from parents who have walked this path, sharing invaluable safety talks and addressing fears related to law enforcement encounters. Raising an Autistic Young Adult: A Parents? Guide to ASD Safety, Communication, and Employment Opportunities to Empower Black and Brown Caregivers and Their Families is a narrative that will help you navigate the complexities of autism with wisdom, compassion, and resilience, illuminating a path toward a brighter, more inclusive future."
"How to Hold a Glue Stick and other Clues to Parenting Life as a parent, especially a first time parent, is not so easy and Froukje Matthews has combined her Montessori teaching experience with the knowledge gained over the years as a parent. "
In 2003, Louis would have to orchestrate his greatest comeback ever. After a near fatal motorcycle accident, which projected his body into the air resulting in debilitating injuries, Louis was told by his doctors that he would never walk again.
If you had a dream that you wanted to come true, how far would you go to make it happen? Little Stone House on the Corner is an inspirational, fiction book about a magical house that can make people?s dreams come true through the power of belief and action. When a young couple, Ryan and Tara, move into this little stone house on the corner and follow the guidance this house offers, they embark on a life changing adventure of a lifetime.
His name is Santa Claus. Every Christmas, he is everywhere, and his name fills the mind with visions of sugar plums and presents under the tree. But have you ever wondered what it was like to be him? Hop in the sleigh and take a ride with John Johnson, a real-life Christian Santa who has been spreading good cheer over four decades. In Simply Saint Nick, he shares his experiences, reveals historical and spiritual truths, and spreads a message of faith. As you join the author on his incredible journey, you will receive the most special of gifts. God has a purpose or calling for each and every one of us, a way for us to bring praise and glory through service. The author found his purpose early on in life, and he has never regretted putting on Santa's red coat. Discover how the author has had the time of his life bringing smiles to children of all ages, earning a spot in the International Santa Claus Hall of Fame and sharing God?s love as a beloved holiday icon.
"""Living These Days: 102 Insights in the Direction of Wholeness"" is a thoughtfully curated collection of guidance for anyone seeking to find harmony and wholeness in their daily lives. These insights, drawn from Burr's extensive work as a spiritual coach, cut through the noise of modern living, providing readers with practical, actionable steps towards personal growth and wellness. Each insight is a lens through which to view your life, a beacon guiding you towards a more balanced, mindful existence. Richard Burr elegantly navigates themes of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and spiritual wellness, providing a comprehensive roadmap towards personal fulfillment. This book isn't just about self-improvement?it's about self-discovery and embracing the richness of human experience. Whether you're seeking a source of daily inspiration, or a pathway to transformative change, ""Living These Days"" is a must-read. Immerse yourself in the wisdom Richard Burr offers, and let his gentle, insightful guidance help you navigate your way towards a life lived more fully, more mindfully, and in a state of wholeness. Dive in, and start living these days to their fullest potential."
Frederick Bennett, from an Irish Catholic family in Bendigo, travelled to Melbourne to seek his fortune. There he met Vida Bunting, eighth child of Samuel and Elleanora, at the beginning of the First World War. Their friendship blossomed but life didn't treat them kindly.
This Book is about.... •Why bullying is no good •How forgiving others helps heal our heart •Giving a helping hand •Why helping others, is important •Why changing the way you think, can lead to friendship`s that last a life time
This Book is about... •Enjoying sharing and helping others •Showing that you care by sharing with others •Sharing a house with a blue mouse •Helping a red whale caught by its tail •Being the best that you can be •Making learning fun with your child
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Once again, Rosie offers her wisdom with innocence and open curiosity in this third book in the series Rosie Knows.
Come dream along with Zach, a young adult with special needs. Every person struggles and has obstacles to overcome. Zach is no different.
Living and growing with grief is not simple or easy, but this guide can help you on your journey.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), ageism leads to poorer health among young and old; social isolation, earlier deaths and cost economies billions. To combat ageism, WHO recommends educational activities that enhance empathy and dispel misconceptions, and intergenerational activities to reduce prejudice.
The readers should be motivated by the passionate approach even the author was born with severe diarrhoea illness. The reverse might give a mighty force to a person the power who deserved it - "Be like a butterfly, go where you can fulfil your life purpose." (with permission from Eric Chia 2019).

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"The ambulance was on its way to pick up a patient when? A cat ran across the road in front of them. The driver hit the brakes but unfortunately hit the cat. Will his life be saved? A Veterinary tale."
Libby the ladybug wanted to play with other ladybugs but was rejected for not having spots, Feeling sad she met a girl who painted spots on her, Excited, Libby showed the other ladybugs, but the spots washed off, leading to more ridicule. Ruby befriended Libby, who learned patience from a butterfly and acceptance from a beetle. Libby eventually finds her spots, was accepted by the ladybugs and became friends with Ruby. The story emphasizes acceptance and patience.
A charming story of a little girl's Christmas! The grandparent's farm house is a wonderful setting and you feel the warmth of the family. The smells from Granny's kitchen complete the scene. All the excitement preparing for Christmas is expressed in her story. But there are more surprises when the Mouse gives her observation of Christmas with a human family!
In hand to hand combat a geologist finds himself saving the life of a polar bear from hunters, and later saving one of her cubs trapped in a crevasse. His bravery was repaid some years later, when he finds himself injured and grave danger of freezing to death. This book contains many interesting facts.
This story tells how a giant clam accidentally traps a deep-sea diver last century before the invention of scuba diving equipment. The diver is unable to escape from the vice-like grip of the clam while all the time his air supply is getting very low. Will help arrive on time? Enjoy the read and learn some new words and facts. Knowledge is free.
Udi and The Animals is a story of a lonely girl who loved animals and found comfort in them. One day she prayed and received a gift of understanding and speaking animal language.
In a tale full of color, humor, magic and life lessons, nine year old Lindy finds herself in a Fairy realm that is endangered by a worldwide pandemic. In our world, her family is stuck at home getting on each other's last nerve. Lindy's father is unknowingly about to destroy Dariana and it's up to this timid child to stop him.

POETRY

Explore uncharted kingdoms, solve ancient mysteries, or make your own adventure from one of our novels.

Prison Chronicles is a realistic look inside a world where the man with the most game controlled the field. Sex, drugs and violence was just the tip of the iceberg, beneath the surface was another world. A world controlled by greed. Prison Chronicles is a tale about Malcolm James journey into the prison society. The emotional battles he faced with family, to the internal struggles with his flesh. The choices he makes are not always the right ones but his desire to come out on top is what separated him from the others. He encountered all types of people in his quest for freedom. Some became friends, some became lovers, while others were just tools used to reach the top. Through it all, he kept his head up when the weight of the world would have crushed others. Was there light at the end of his tunnel or just another train wreck heading his way?
"I love Brooklyn. And I don't think it's only because I was born and raised there. Now, in middle-age, I appreciate it more than ever. I wish I still lived there but ... that's a whole story of its own! The idea of this novel appealed to me because it would allow me to write about a place I knew and loved well, and also about the wonderful people I have known who lived there. Brooklyn itself is a ""character"" in this book. There is a place for everyone in Brooklyn, and everyone seems to make their way there eventually!"
"I am a retired pensioner. I worked with children in care for many years, up until I retired in December 2022. I have never written anything before. After reading many stories and helping children write essays, I was inspired to write one myself."
These are the observations of war, seen through the eyes of the Observer, a gentle toy, a mascot, who has accompanied determined men and women, old and young, through the bewildering, realistic experiences of war. The Observer witnesses the lives of ordinary people, their anguish, camaraderie, and hopes. So their sky, flowers, insects, and people are not forgotten but will survive.
In this collection, her first, Irina Dimitric ponders over her journey through life, from childhood in her wartime homeland to migrating to Australia in 1964. Her poems reveal her dreams and disappointments, joy and pain, the value of forgiveness and gratitude, her love of nature and her love of laughter without which, she maintains, life would be unbearable. Writing poetry and photography, her pastimes born at the time she cared for her aging mother, help her to make sense of the world and to go on loving life. She loves both free verse and form poetry, the latter learnt from her mentor Susan Budig at Mindful Poetry on Gather.com, who also baptised Irina's creation of a new form of tercet–tercetonine, consisting of 3 lines: the first two lines rhyme; the third line contains a leonine or internal rhyme. See Holden Barina (p. 40)
This volume by the author of “The Bible in Verse” has each of the people who feature in the story of Jesus’ ministry give their own perspective of what it was like to walk and talk with Jesus, or to lead the church in the first century. There were thirteen disciples, and many such as Paul, Barnabas, Luke and Silas who led the early church. There were also angels who conveyed messages from God, and men who opposed Jesus. Some Romans believed Jesus was the Son of God, others persecuted and killed Christians. Among the most grateful for the life of Jesus were the many he healed of recent or lifelong diseases and infirmities, or even death. It was the most transformative day of their lives. No other person has impacted human life and history more than Jesus. See him through the eyes of those who knew him best!
After Stevie finds a reason to breathe from the depths of his despair, he is caught in the war of the eclipse, where the lunar luster and the lambent moon entwine. They collide in the coldest tempest beneath the louring heights that graze the stars of P...
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Go Play In Traffic (A Writer?s Life), is a tale of writing, loss, friendship and telepathy during the COVID Pandemic. Reba, a 74-year-old lesbian, finds herself in a state of limbo after a year of writer?s block, the beginning of retirement, and the break-up of a long-term relationship. A surprise connection with Fred, an African grey parrot, is a call to life that sets in motion a path of the unexpected. In this state of grief and magic, Reba creates stories exploring the fantastical in the everyday.

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<p>The Word That Loves You, Begin is a book that provides verses from the English Standard Version of the Holy Bible about six important topics. The chapters are The Fall, Forgiveness, Faith, Fruit of the Spirit, Finding Others for Salvation and Frequent Prayer. The purpose is to emphasize the topics as addressed by the Holy Bible and God's Word. It hopes to encourage the reading of God's Word and the Holy Bible. This book provides only a small example of what can be learned from reading the Holy Bible and God's Word.</p>
"What do you know about hearing the voice of God? How does he speak to you? In What Nobody Knows, author M. A. Slatton addresses some basic questions about walking out your faith. She discusses how God sees you and how you connect with his spirit, how to apply grace, and how to be thankful, rest, wait, and pray. Using her personal experiences, scriptural references, and moments of revelation, Slatton presents a collection of various lessons she?s learned throughout her life. The testimony offered in What Nobody Knows digs deeper into a full Christian life with inspirational words of wisdom given from a regular person who is walking it out, too."
Learn about your inner connections: Keep your faith but learn to see things in a new way; you are never alone, and inspiration, guidance and hope are never far away. We are all one in spirit. You are able to connect into your Eternal Self energy and abolish fear and worry, and to utilise the subconscious aspects of your mind to transform your life. You have the Eternal Spirit of God within, know that, and remember the love, peace and happiness of your soul. That which you seek you already are, for God is all things, and you are that.
"THE DIVINE TRUTH Lo! Those who believe in the One Alone GOD and those who are the children of Israel and the followers of Jesus and the nation of Noah? WHOEVER will believe in the oneness & the aloneness of GOD and the Day of Judgment and will perform good acts according to the commandments of GOD?surely their reward is with their Lord, and there shall no fear come upon them neither shall they grieve. BECAUSE GOD NEITHER MAKES THE SECTS NOR THE SECTARIANS. GOD IS THE LORD OF MORAL STATE AND BELONGS TO EVERYONE. ?GOD guides the righteous heart, inside us Satan tries to de-track, outside us & The affairs of the world are around us.? It is a DIVINE TRUTH, unveiling the secrets which remained unknown to mankind. YOU will believe it if you will read it. Please read it once at least."
The Time is here the time is now, we're in the last hours not days anymore. For what's a thousand years to my Lord or even a year but minutes in His Kingdom.
In a world where success is predominately measured by how much money we have in the bank, the size of our financial portfolio, and how prestigious our lives are, there have been great American Entrepreneurs who have chosen to take the path less traveled – to be truly compassionate and giving. They risked judgement, ridicule, and their fortunes; but in doing so they realized they could never out give God.
The Author considers it a privilege to be the writer of this unique Book of Poems of testimonies, teachings, prayers, and Prophecy of Divine Power, all being inspired by the Holy Spirit through her journey to the Cross and Salvation. Each page stands on its own, touching the heart of those who embrace the work of the Cross and the written Word, the Bible.
"THE UNHEALTHY CHURCH CULTURE Many believers are distraught concerning what they witness going on in their local Black churches today."

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Stella is a young mother and nurse struggling to hold onto her faith as she faces infidelity and divorce while trying to support and care for her children, her coworkers, and her patients. As Stella faces pain, anger, and heartbreak, she discovers her strengths and weaknesses. She learns to accept God's grace. Stella learns not only who she really is in Christ, but also who God really is and what He truly expects of her. Just as Jesus talked about the four seeds, Stella will find out just what kind of seed she truly is. The Four Seeds is a heartfelt, emotional Christian novel about a young woman trying to believe in the goodness of God despite incredible difficulty. God does not promise Christians a pain free life. Every Christian needs to learn how to trust God, even when trouble derails our happiness. Stella's story will help show how God can use our trials to mold us into His image. It may also help you to be prepared when suffering invades your personal story."
Raymond Charles Brickman III and Kathy Ann Erickson' two individuals who will never meet in space' by chance collide in time. Both think they've been wronged and plan retribution. To avenge long-held grievances originating from America's Civil War, Brickman intends to extract concessions by threatening to destroy critical American satellites. Erickson seeks no such concession. Her family killed during the Soviet war with Afghanistan, her objective is the total annihilation of her homeland, the Russian Federation. Into this brew of hatred and vengeance drop Drs. Victor Mark Silverstein and Linda Ann Kipling, scientists at the Naval Research Laboratory in Monterey, California and part-time CIA operatives. No strangers to international intrigue, this time they gain a partner, Russian spy Dmitri Smirnov. Battling clever adversaries, near-death experiences, and a ticking clock, over a grueling three-day period the threesome fight not only to save the satellites but to prevent nuclear Armageddon.
A humorous story about a kooky, eccentric, off-the-wall grandmother named Martha May McKenzie, who appears to be a simple coffee shop owner at first but is, in fact . . . A WITCH! Now, Martha is no ordinary witch. Her coffee shop, known as The Witches Brew, is where she hides in plain sight, helping grandmothers with their naughty little grandchildren. She is wacky and weird and completely unconventional, even by witches' standards. As a grandmother witch, Martha wants to use her magic to try and lift the spirits of her two grandchildren (Trinity and Lucas), who have drifted from each other after they experience the tragic and sudden loss of their dad. However, they have&nbsp;<strong>no idea</strong>&nbsp;that their Grandmother is a witch to begin with! So, Martha will be revealing her secret to them for the first time ever . . . but was it a secret? Jamie (Martha's daughter) has always known that her mom identifies as a witch but has never truly believed her to be one. She begs her mom not to fill her kids' heads with the same nonsense she filled hers with, but Martha doesn't listen. Using her magic, she goes ahead with her "perfect plan." Unfortunately, things don't go as Martha hoped, and in a single Saturday morning, everything quickly spirals wildly out of control, unlocking magical events that take them back through time on the unwanted adventure of a lifetime. Together, they must try and find a way back home, that is, if they can survive what lies ahead, as well as each other.
Inspired by her former pastor, Robert (Bob) Greene, who closed church services with beautifully prepared prayers, Melissa began to compose her own prayers for a church bible study group. Group members encouraged her to publish them in a book, and she decided to do it. A first time author, Melissa prays that these prayers encourage the reader to strengthen their own prayer life with God.
"<p>Grief can feel so lonely.<br> You are not alone.<br> <br> After her father died, Lena Marocco Paulauskas found healing in sharing her story with others walking through loss. Now in a debut collection of poetry, Chasing Time candidly explores the grief journey through the eyes of a woman who understands the pain, the sorrow, and the healing that accompanies loss.<br> <br> When you lose someone you love,<br> Your life is changed<br> Forever.<br> Life seems so different.<br> Empty.<br> Even the good memories<br> Are plagued with sadness,<br> Knowing you can?t<br> Make any new memories with them.<br> <br> Will you walk through grief with me?<br> <br> I can?t promise Joy.<br> You won?t find empty platitudes.<br> You will find:<br> Honesty,<br> Solidarity,<br> Understanding.<br> <br> ?Lena?s collection of poetry gives voice to grief in breathtaking ways. She holds space for vulnerable emotion and honest hope and reminds us to live and love well. Chasing Time is a gift?for your own grieving heart, and for those you love.?<br> ?ANGELA DONADIO, Ministry Leader, Author, Host of the Make Life Matter Podcast<br> <br> ?If you?re looking for a sense of purpose or a moment of understanding, Lena?s words will surround you in a much-needed embrace.?<br> ?DANIELLA MASON, Singer, Songwriter</p>"

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