When Bill Barich moved to Dublin, he began searching for a traditional pub to serve as his local. Although he had no shortage of choices, he had trouble finding one that measured up to the archetypal ideal. As he roams from hectic urban pubs to their dwindling rural counterparts, he chronicles the state of the 'Irish' pub today, both in Ireland itself and all over the world. Entertaining, charming and full of insight, A Pint of Plain chronicles Barich's quest for the perfect pint, at the same time examining Irish culture at a time of great change. Views: 30
In the tradition of The Alchemist, Way of the Peaceful Warrior, and The Celestine Prophecy, this enchanting semiautobiographical parable follows the inquisitive Scott as he finds himself in a parking lot where he meets a cardboard-sign-toting homeless man named Robert with a penchant for changing lives. With Robert and the sleepy black lab Puppy Don at his side, Scott embarks on a spiritual awakening and attempts to heal his past while confronting the spirit of his dead fiancée, learning the power of nature, exploring the spirit plane, and discovering the true nature of the universe. On this unique journey of self-discovery, various healing and spiritual modalities are revealed, including shamanic soul retrieval, ancestral healing, harnessing of lunar energy, conscious cooking, kirtan, manifesting, and lightworking. This easy-to-read book is a charming and affecting story of one humble soul's profound awakening on the path to facing an extraordinary dilemma between his... Views: 30
London society knows the Byrons are "mad, bad, and dangerous" and every bit as fascinating as their poetic non-relation. Join the fun as New York Times bestselling author Tracy Anne Warren presents the first tale of this tempestuous family famous for scandal and legendary at love . . . Orphaned beauty Meg Amberley never planned to pose as Lord Cade Byron's fiancace. Caught in a snowstorm, she takes refuge at his estate. Stranded together, Meg soon finds herself falling under Cade's spell. When the roads clear, she intends to leave, but fate intervenes. Haunted by his past, Cade Byron has buried himself in the country. Then Meg with her lush curves invades his house and his life. With her reputation compromised, he proposes a pretend engagement and a London season where she can find a husband. But as their charade deepens, Cade can't let her go... vowing to tempt her with a kiss that just may lead to forever. Views: 30
Elyon's lakes have turned blood red. Is it a curse . . . or the cure?Shaeda has one blue eye and one purple eye. No one fully knows her story, but her mere gaze eats away at the core of one's being. In his quest for power, Johnis now finds himself in her intoxicating grip.Assumed identities, a magic amulet, the fearsome Shataiki bats, and a troubling alliance with the Dark Priest all converge against the three remaining chosen.Only Elyon knows what will happen when the forces of ultimate good and evil clash in their final battle. Dive deep with them in this epic conclusion-if you dare!About the AuthorSince 1997, Ted Dekker has written full-time. He states that each time he writes, he finds his understanding of life and love just a little clearer and his expression of that understanding a little more vivid. Dekker's body of work includes Blessed Child, Blink, The Circle Trilogy (Black, Red, White), Heaven's Wager, A Man Called Blessed, Obsessed, Thr3e, Thunder of Heaven, When Heaven Weeps. Views: 30
** The Magic Pony adventure sparkles
with magic as Lightning, the Magic Pony, searches for his twin sister,
Destiny, who is lost in our world.
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Bobbi Nelson didn't like Navy SEALs. She found them rude and arrogant and far too sure of themselves. So when she found herself in a SEAL bar, all she could think about was making a quick escape, her friends be damned. Grayson Calhoun couldn't really say what made him go to the SEAL bar that night. He was in a strange mood, not really sure what the itch just beneath his skin could be. When he first saw her he knew-there was something about the beautiful woman looking like she was about to flee at any second. There was no way he was going to let her get away without finding out who she was. Although Bobbi was a reserved, independent minded woman, Gray was determined to wait her out. He knew it would take time to gain her trust, to see that he wasn't hanging around for some quick fling. He was in it for the long haul. But when weird things started happening around Bobbi's apartment, she didn't go to Gray. Instead she blew it off as harmless pranks or figments of her imagination. She had no idea of the danger that stalked her, and she didn't think to lean on the man who would do anything to protect her. Grayson fought to break down Bobbi's defensives,. He senses the sweet submission underneath her cool, calm, and collected exterior, if only she would let him in. Unfortunately it take a rude awakening and true fear for Bobbi to let go and turn to Gray. What they both didn't realize was that danger lurked right underneath their noses. Grayson finally proves once and for all that when it came to Bobbi, there was nothing he wouldn't do to protect her. Views: 30
Issue #23 of Beneath Ceaseless Skies online magazine, featuring stories by Michael J. DeLuca and Kate MacLeod. Views: 30
Miranda Malone is about to embark on the greatest adventure of her life. While she’s on vacation in San Francisco, a masked man kidnaps her at gunpoint. As she tries desperately to think of a way to escape, Miranda notices a tattoo of the Earth on the man’s palm and remembers her beloved father’s deathbed prophecy: “Your future husband will hold the world in the palm of his hand.” Her abductor turns out to be a gorgeous Napa Valley winemaker who’s running for his life. Eli Hart has uncovered a plot to destroy the vineyard where he works and suspects a French competitor of the crime. He’s being chased by two Frenchmen bent on eliminating him before he can reveal what he knows. Miranda and Eli set off on an erotic, magical, and sometimes perilous journey that leads from coast to coast. As they strive to elude their pursuers and bring the criminals to justice, they meet a colorful cast of characters, each of whom represents a card in the Major Arcana of the tarot. Their journey is a tarot deck come to life, full of mystery, romance, and passion. Views: 30
Down-and-out Atlanta writer Charlie Sherman has no idea what madness awaits him when a mysterious stranger convinces him to finish a dead man’s book about a horrific crime that's gone unpunished for decades. Charlie becomes convinced he's been chosen by a Higher Power to wreak vengeance on those who profit from evil. Either that, or he'll die trying. Eventually, he realizes the deal is a setup. Views: 30
