This superb book's message is to respect and love yourself- no matter what. Everyone is worthy of being loved. Acceptance of self is so important, and at times hard. The important question many ask is- am I good enough? This book answers that question with an unqualified YES! Diversity should be respected and everyone should be accepted for who they are. It feels so good to hear someone say, "I believe in you." It is a matter of high importance to believe in yourself. This is a great book for teaching children about self-esteem. Children will love this story and find it relatable. This fun book for ages 3-9 teaches children about how to appreciate what they already have instead of being jealous of what others have. Children will enjoy being reminded to choose themselves instead of wishing to be like someone else. The concepts are taught in a simple and direct way that children can understand. It is a serious theme that is taught in a delightful manner. It is fun to view the illustrations and read about the characters in this meaningful book about self-esteem and appreciation. It is a great message for all children and well worth discussing with them. It is important to teach children about character building, and to reinforce the concept of acceptance of self and of others, and of self worth. It is a profound theme that is told in a captivating and humorous way.

Book One of The Guardians Series

Finalist, 2016 Daphne Du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense

Cheyenne Elias has inherited a child. A boy she doesn’t know and doesn’t particularly want; a boy whose mother was once Cheyenne’s most hated person in the world. There are a million reasons to walk away: her anger, her past, her certainty that there is nothing benevolent in this act by a woman who almost killed her. But abandoning the boy to a system she barely survived is not an option.

Will Blackheart has lost everything. His SEAL team, his country, and—upon occasion—his mind. Worse, he’s lost something that has the capacity to kill thousands. Left for dead in the Afghan desert, Will has risen solely to regain that which was taken...and to punish those who dared take it.

His only lead is the son of a dead woman. Her only goal is to save a child. As they come together in a clash of anger, mistrust, and potent, unwanted desire, Will and Cheyenne must put aside their differences and navigate the endgame of a woman for whom nothing was taboo…

Don’t miss the first installment of this intense, suspenseful romance series!

Nina always wanted a child of her own. Now she has one.

Nina feels trapped. Her partner Gary is controlling, his daughter hates her, and she’s recently suffered a miscarriage. Just as her life seems hopeless, Alex, the son she gave up for adoption nearly 20 years ago, shows up at her door. Somehow, he has tracked her down.

Their reunion is everything Nina has hoped for. Now she has a child of her own, someone in the family who really cares about her.

But honeymoons are brief and this one is no exception.

Far from welcoming him, Gary is hostile to Alex and as their arguments become increasingly vicious, it soon becomes clear that Nina must choose between them.

But how will the abusive Gary react if she rejects him? And can she trust Alex? Is he really the loving son he seems to be – or does he have a sinister agenda of his own?

The New Son – the gripping psychological thriller perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Daniel Hurst, K L Slater.

Debuted at #1 in Amazon’s Historical Fiction Short Stories category!

How happy was the 1950s happy housewife?

Women in post-war America had it all: generous husbands with great jobs, comfortable suburban homes with nice yards and a two-car garage, and all the latest gadgets to make their housework easier.

It was a perfect recipe for happiness and fulfillment. The women’s magazines told them so. Advertisements told them so. Doctors told them so.

They were sold a bill of goods about post-war life. Some bought it and some didn’t. This book is about the women who didn’t.

Five stories. Five women. Five journeys of self-discovery.

Purchase Lessons From My Mother’s Life today to walk in the shoes of five American women struggling to find themselves in the 1950s. Maybe these women are like your mother or grandmother. Maybe these women are like you.

What reviewers are saying:

Smart, interesting and down-to-earth, these are stories that are close to the heart of every woman either because they lived through something similar, or because, as the title says, our mothers did. - Amazon Vine Voice reviewer

Great short stories that really do speak to what women had to face mid 20th century. - Amazon reviewer

An interesting collection of reflective short stories. I am glad that I read them! - Amazon reviewer

This book also includes an Author’s Note and a bonus chapter from The Specter, the first book of the author’s Gilded Age family saga, the Waxwood Series.

Have you ever felt the weight of surviving a global pandemic, only to realize there's a deeper epidemic of settling for less, feeling unseen, and playing small—leaving you with your dreams shattered?

Wherever You Go, There You Are takes you on a transformative journey through the pages of this compelling book, navigating an epidemic of character, settling for mediocrity, and a sense of being undervalued. In the aftermath of unfulfilled potential, broken dreams, and the haunting specters of fear and anxiety, this narrative unfolds as a roadmap to personal empowerment and self-discovery.

Within these pages, discover a wealth of insights to guide you on your quest for a more meaningful life. Uncover the mindsets and strategies that build self-worth and self-respect, recognizing that we have agency over our lives. Awaken your inner spark and set ablaze the passionate fire within, igniting a renewed sense of purpose and vitality.

As Zig Ziglar wisely noted, "If you wait for all the lights to turn green before starting your journey, you’ll never leave your driveway." Seize the opportunity presented here to break free from the constraints of the status quo and embark on your road trip towards personal growth and fulfillment. Just as you cannot outrun a bad diet, you also cannot escape how you feel about yourself.

In this book, you will learn:

• How to dream and hope again.
• How discipline truly is freedom.
• How to step outside of our comfort zones.
• How to love, forgive, and heal.
• How to build our self-worth.

This book is not for the faint of heart, as it delves into the raw and unfiltered aspects of the human experience—love, hurt, deceit, addictions, heart-wrenching deaths, and candid transparency. Take radical responsibility and get a copy now!

A powerful chronicle of the women who used their sewing skills to survive the Holocaust, stitching beautiful clothes at an extraordinary fashion workshop created within one of the most notorious WWII death camps. 

At the height of the Holocaust twenty-five young inmates of the infamous Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp—mainly Jewish women and girls—were selected to design, cut, and sew beautiful fashions for elite Nazi women in a dedicated salon. It was work that they hoped would spare them from the gas chambers. 

This fashion workshop—called the Upper Tailoring Studio—was established by Hedwig Höss, the camp commandant’s wife, and patronized by the wives of SS guards and officers. Here, the dressmakers produced high-quality garments for SS social functions in Auschwitz, and for ladies from Nazi Berlin’s upper crust. 

Drawing on diverse sources—including interviews with the last surviving seamstress—The Dressmakers of Auschwitz follows the fates of these brave women. Their bonds of family and friendship not only helped them endure persecution, but also to play their part in camp resistance. Weaving the dressmakers’ remarkable experiences within the context of Nazi policies for plunder and exploitation, historian Lucy Adlington exposes the greed, cruelty, and hypocrisy of the Third Reich and offers a fresh look at a little-known chapter of World War II and the Holocaust.

2023 Killer Nashville Claymore Award finalist, best action adventure
2023 Adventure Writers Competition semi-finalist

Champion surfer Jeff Walker was born into tragedy, his father’s life having been cut short before he was born, and his mother succumbing to heartache in a foreign land as she bravely raised him alone. Determined to find his father’s killer, Walker relocates to sunny San Diego and secures a job as a beach lifeguard, in which capacity a rescue mission at sea hurls him into the sticky web of an international smuggling ring.

As Walker, along with a rich cast of characters, aids the police in their investigation, the tension is ratcheted up when he discovers that the mastermind behind the criminal operation is the very man he’s been searching for since he was a teenager! In this tale of revenge, justice, and survival, only one will walk away from the showdown.

Weill’s award-winning debut novel marks the inception of The Park and Walker Action Thriller Series, taking the reader on a wild ride in an array of high-performance vehicles, racing through a variety of stunning oceanfront landscapes. If you enjoy well-crafted storytelling and explosive action, bump The Mazatlan Showdown up to the top spot on your to-be-read list.

Eileen Noyes:

“She wraps herself in strength, might, and power... and her shining light will not be extinguished, no matter how dark the night.” Prov 31:17-18

Have you ever asked yourself the question, “Is this all I’m meant for?” Do you feel guilty for even pondering the thought?

What if this is a nudge from God inviting you to explore the answers with Him?

In Rise Up, Lady Bellator, Eileen discusses the struggle all women face at some point: losing her identity, longing to be seen, questioning her worth, and being nudged to seek a deeper sense of purpose.

Through a series of ups and downs in her life, including divorce, escaping cult involvement, and remarriage with a combined total of 15 children between them, Eileen is no stranger to challenges. In Rise Up, Lady Bellator, Eileen shares how she is no longer held captive to her past, her doubts, her fears, or her insecurities. She’s come out of the shadows to live out the calling God has for her and desires to help other women do the same.

In this book:

• Learn to live in the fullness of who God created you to be

• Pursue your dreams and nurture your gifts, while being fully there for your

family

• Bless you husband, children and you community as you live out your God-

given purpose

• Step into your Kingdom authority and anointing as Lady Bellator, both

Princess and Warrior.

This book is for you if...

• You’ve recently been through a major life change (death of a loved one,

divorce, abuse etc.) and you want to rise up and move forward

• You feel unseen, unknown, and underestimated and want to change this

• You’ve gotten lost in a shadow work journal and need some light shed on who

you were made to be

• You’ve questioned your self worth and would like to know what your Creator

loves about you

• You’re ready to discover your God-given purpose with like-minded women

• You’re yearning for an adventure and smile when you think of yourself as a princess warrior princess

Have you ever thought or felt things such as I’m lost in my grief? I don’t know how to find direction in life after loss. I don’t want to succumb to these waves and drown in my grief. I don’t know how to go from just surviving to thriving in life after loss.

In Finding Grace Through Grief Michaela S. Cox shares her own journey through grief and loss she has traveled following the death of her beloved husband John in 2017. In sharing the knowledge, truths, and lessons learned Michaela S. Cox pulls back the curtain to her own journey of heartbreaking grief and loss. Michaela S. Cox shares her message and story of how to find grace through grief with the hope to empower you in your own life to go from surviving to thriving in life

Finding GRACE Through Grief….. Discovering the Keys for Going from Surviving to Thriving on Your Journey
of Love, Loss, and Life you will discover

• An authentic, honest, earnest voice of experience, from walking and traveling the same journey as you.
• The five keys to finding grace through your grief.
• Grounding to have a strong, solid and firm foundation to steady you, as you travel your journey.
• Direction in your life and for your journey.
• The tools you need to travel your journey.

Grief can be a lonely journey, but that doesn’t mean you have to travel and go it alone. Let’s travel this journey together alongside each other. May we come to understand how to use the five keys of finding grace through grief. May we discover how we can go from surviving to thriving on this journey.

The influential masterpiece of one of the twentieth century’s most brilliant—and neglected—science fiction and horror writers, whom Stephen King called “the best writer of science fiction that England has ever produced.”—now in development as a miniseries directed by Johan Renck.

“[Wyndham] avoids easy allegories and instead questions the relative values of the civilisation that has been lost, the literally blind terror of humanity in the face of dominant nature. . . . Frightening and powerful, Wyndham’s vision remains an important allegory and a gripping story.”—The Guardian

What if a meteor shower left most of the world blind—and humanity at the mercy of mysterious carnivorous plants? 

Bill Masen undergoes eye surgery and awakes the next morning in his hospital bed to find civilization collapsing. Wandering the city, he quickly realizes that surviving in this strange new world requires evading strangers and the seven-foot-tall plants known as triffids—plants that can walk and can kill a man with one quick lash of their poisonous stingers.

Sam Levine knows what it means to struggle. After several missed opportunities, he’s been forced to turn his talents to freelance work, picking up whatever dirty job he can find only to make ends meet.

But there’s an end in sight. An opportunity to change everything. And when a dangerous, high profile job comes his way, he sees light at the end of the tunnel. Hope has been in rare supply, but even with the dangers inherent in his decision, he puts his life on the line for a chance to elevate his situation.

The secret is out: Aliens exist, the government knows, and Dan McCarthy just found the proof...

Grab all TEN books in the globally acclaimed NOT ALONE saga for one incredible price, in this great value 5,000-page sci-fi box set!

***85 MILLION pages read, 15,000+ 5-star ratings on Amazon and Audible***

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When Dan McCarthy stumbles upon a folder containing evidence of the conspiracy to end all conspiracies -- a top-level alien cover-up -- he leaks the files without a second thought.

The incredible truth revealed by Dan’s leak immediately captures the public’s imagination, but Dan’s relentless commitment to exposing the cover-up and forcing disclosure quickly earns him some enemies in high places.

For his whole life, Dan McCarthy has searched for a reason to believe. Now that he finally has one, he might soon wish he didn’t...

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This box set contains all NINE novels in the Not Alone saga:
1) Not Alone
2) Not Alone: Second Contact
3) Not Alone: The Final Call
4) Not Alone: Fractured Union
5) Not Alone: Leap of Destiny
6) Not Alone: Revelations
7) Not Alone: The Awakening
8) Not Alone: Hidden Wonder
9) Not Alone: Endgame

As an additional bonus, you will also receive a TENTH book of prequel stories:
10) Not Alone: Origins


What Amazon readers are saying:
★★★★★ — "What a fantastic journey!"
★★★★★ — "Intriguing and in-depth account of first contact"
★★★★★ — "What "Close Encounters of the 3rd Kind" could actually be like..."
★★★★★ — "The characters have become friends, like people you'd want to hang out with"
★★★★★ — "Just read it."


Not Alone is an 'Amazon Charts: Most Sold Fiction' certified bestseller, official Audible.com Best of The Year finalist, international and multi-format #1 sci-fi bestseller, and multi-time Kindle Unlimited 'All Star' title.


Join hundreds of thousands of other readers and dive in to the epic Not Alone saga today!

I came to Dasher to start a new life,
Not fall for my mysterious new neighbor.
I’ve felt half-dead ever since I lost my husband,
But Anson Miller’s touch makes me feel alive again.

Anson keeps telling me he’s a bad guy, no good for me,
But I see through his gruff exterior.
He’s not the Grinch he pretends to be,
But the question is…why is he trying so hard to stay hidden?

There’s something lurking in his past,
Something that could threaten our future.
He says he can’t fight it, only outrun it,
And until me, he’s never had something worth staying for.

He tried to keep his distance,
He gave me every reason to stay away.
He says he’s not good for me,
But when he touches me–nothing has ever felt better.

Enjoy this collection of inspirational and spiritual poetry designed to uplift and empower you through life's challenges.

In this poetic sanctuary, each letter of the alphabet becomes a powerful tool, offering words of encouragement to help you conquer personal demons.

Life is not easy, but within these pages, you'll discover a unique approach to tackling the challenges that come your way. From procrastination to struggles with temper and the weight of depression, this book delivers wise, yet catchy and fun-to-read poems in alliteration.

Let the rhythmic poetry guide you through the intricacies of life, offering solace and inspiration with each verse. As you speak these letters into your own life, you forge a path towards personal growth and empowerment.

Come, let the transformative power of words guide you towards a brighter tomorrow.

Solve a murder, save her mother, and stop the apocalypse?

No problem.

She has a foul-mouthed troll on her side.

For Austin homicide detective Leira Berens, happy is running down bad guys and solving crimes.

And she’s damn good at it.

Which is why when the Light Elf prince is murdered, the king breaks a centuries old treaty and crosses between worlds to seek her help.

Wait a minute. An Elf? Like from Lord of the Rings or something?

Yeah, Leira has a hard time accepting that.

But it doesn’t matter what she believes.

Magic is real, and it’s coming back with a bang.

The prince’s death was only the beginning. Tracking down his killer is about more than just justice.

It’s saving the world.

If you’re looking for a heroine who prefers fighting to flirting, this book is for you.​

Click the Buy Now button and start the adventure today.

This boxed set includes:

1. Waking Magic
2. Release of Magic
3. Protection of Magic
4. Rule of Magic
5. Dealing in Magic
6. Theft of Magic

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NOTE: These are enhanced editions with a lot more story added inside each book. Enjoy the updated adventures!

In 1944, Sinner's Cross was just a point on a map: a muddy track through shell-torn German woods. Worthless...except to the brass on both sides of the war, who are willing to sacrifice their best men to have it. Men like Halleck, a tough-as-nails Texan who traded driving cattle for driving soldiers; Breese, a phenomenal actor who can play any part but hero; and Zenger, the Nazi paratrooper who discovers Hitler's Germany is a lousy place to grow a conscience. Their lives and deaths will intersect at the place called Sinner's Cross.

A profound journey of love, bravery, and unity that illuminates the remarkable power of community in the face of cancer.

A Home Called Brent's Place transcends mere history to unfold a compelling narrative fueled by love, courage, and the strong bonds of family. Don delves into the impact of living with cancer and how his son’s inspiring story sparked a transformation from loss to life.

This extraordinary book touches the very essence of faith and shows the boundless power of collective compassion in alleviating pain and restoring hope. This is an essential read for those confronting cancer, parents of young fighters, and anyone yearning to extend a helping hand.

In this book, you will learn:

• How one family created life from loss.
• The power of Helping Others.
• How God works.
• How family members create lasting bonds together.
• How communities support those in need.

Step into this empowering narrative where the strength of a community proves that the fight against cancer is never fought alone. Through shared testimonies, this book celebrates the selfless dedication of families, donors, healthcare professionals, and volunteers. Let this inspire you to live a life full of love and assistance for those in need. Get a copy now!

The 1960’s was the perfect time for teenagers to create bands.

Rock and roll was young and instruments were inexpensive.

And most importantly, there were many places for these young musicians to play on Friday and Saturday nights; skating rinks, National Guard Armories, theaters, or just somebody’s back yard. In 1963, my brother Ronnie and I decided to start a band of our own to compete with the those we had been watching. We both had taken years of piano lessons, all classical. We recruited two friends with no musical background to join us. This story tells how these kids went from that inauspicious beginning to earn a recording contract with Cameo-Parkway Records, a booking contract with Bill Lowery Talent Agency in Atlanta, and an appearance on Dick Clark’s national TV show, ‘Where the Action Is.’ And then this incredible dream came to an end in 1967 when we were drafted into the military. Ron Parr, our talented lead guitar player, died in 1968 when the tank he was driving rolled over a landmine in Vietnam Nam. Ron was 19.

This Memoir recounts our journey, with some interesting road stories that happened along the way.

Selling your bank can make you feel like you are standing naked in public. You must always have your bank in the best shape possible, in other words, “swimsuit-ready”.

When you understand how the process works, you will know if you are ready or what you need to do to get ready. This will reduce the “noise” of the process, calming your mind and allowing you to move forward freely and confidently for the best results.

You will be able to find answers to questions like:

• What is our bank’s value, and what are the drivers of our value?
• Who is interested in buying us, and what is the best method?
• When is the best opportunity to pursue a sale?

The process of gathering this information is high-risk due to the fear of word leaking out, losing customers, and damaging value. Asking advisors for advice may feel like asking a barber if you need a haircut.

My hope is that this book will help you gain confidence and peace of mind so you can use your skills when it matters most.

KurtKnutson.com

Are you tired of being told your life is incomplete without a soulmate? Are you stressed out constantly searching for "the one"? Do you feel you are missing out on your own personal growth and happiness? You don’t have to live like this! If so, Thriving Solo: How to Flourish and Live Your Perfect Life (Without A Soulmate) may be the book for you.

In this groundbreaking guide, James Bollen shares his insights on why the soulmate myth is just that - a myth. He explores the current phenomenon of singles as a rising demographic and why it is natural to be single. Through both research and personal experience, he shows that being single is legitimate, but often beneficial for personal growth and well-being.

Thriving Solo offers a step-by-step approach to living your best life as a single person. The book provides practical advice on building self-confidence, creating a fulfilling social life, and breaks down the four income models. You will also learn how to cultivate a growth mindset and embrace the compelling opportunities that come with being single.

Whether you're newly single or have been solo for years, Thriving Solo is the perfect guide to help you live your best life. With actionable tips and relatable anecdotes, this book empowers, inspires, and motivates. Take control of your life and thrive as a single person!

Don't let societal pressures or the soulmate myth hold you back any longer. Get your copy of Thriving Solo today and start living the life you deserve!

James Bollen is the founder and president of Secure Single. He is an entrepreneur, Internet marketer, content creator, and author. He is a committed contrarian who encourages people to design their own guardrails.