An entrepreneur from Poduncksville with a vision teams up with an actor just out of prison and a has-been scriptwriter—is their effort truly inspired or doomed from the start?A true star in every sense of the word, Brent had arrived—more enthusiastic fans with each new movie, a host of friends among Hollywood's elite, and more money than he could spend. He didn't even notice the signals of the downward spiral that ended in a terrible accident...and six long years in prison.But God finds Brent, and it is in prison he is transformed. On release, he sets himself up with a small lawn service business and volunteers his experience and acting skills with a local theatre group.Celia had thought the inner and outer scars left by the accident were far beyond forgiveness—how could she ever find it in her to absolve Brent simply because he asks?A Christian businessman, Bobby Dupree has a string of entrepreneurial successes behind him. Then he is challenged with another... Views: 23
Mystery bookstore owner Tricia Miles has been spending more time solving whodunits than reading them. Now a nearby gas explosion has injured Tricia's sister's boyfriend, Bob Kelly, the head of the Chamber of Commerce, and killed the owner of the town's history bookstore. Tricia's never been a fan of Bob, but when she reads that he's being tight-lipped about the "accident", it's time to take action. Views: 23
When his parents are kidnapped, whats ten-year-old Charlie Ashanti to do? Rescue them, thats what! He doesnt know who has taken his parents, or why. But he does know that one special talent will aid him on his journeyhis amazing ability to speak Cat. Charlie calls on his clever feline friendsfrom stray city cats to magnificent caged lionsfor help. With them by his side, Charlie uses wit and courage to try to find his parents before its too late.With its whirlwind action and suspense, Lionboy is a nonstop page-turner. Already being compared to J. K. Rowling, this mother-daughter writing team will fascinate readers of all ages with their Cat-speaking hero! Views: 23
In the year 1005 A.D., a terrible famine strikes Engla-lond. When a poor young woman named Hildred grows desperate enough to break the law for her survival, a rising thegn named Eadric takes her fate in his hands. “The Lost Tales of Mercia” are ten short stories set in Viking Age England. They introduce the characters of the novel, Eadric the Grasper, but each story stands independently. Views: 23
The grip of the Weavers on Saramyr's rulers has grown ever tighter. And all the while the blight that they have brought to the land grips ever more harshly. This cannot last and sure enough the land is slipping into civil war. In the growing chaos Kaiku and the orphaned heir-Empress must fight for their destiny and their survival as Saramyr succumbs to the twisting of the Weave and the unknowable ambitions of the secretive Weavers. Chris Wooding has created a vivid and turbulent world with an authentic oriental air and its own rich and ancient history. Across this world plays an action packed plot of politics, violence and betrayal. This is an extraordinary fantasy for the 21st century. Views: 23
Tanya is a tall, striking young blonde who has learned that she can live in luxury by being a serial mistress to wealthy men. Always playing the field, she never stays with any one man for very long. However, she makes a crucial miscalculation when she publicly spurns the son of a rich and powerful man, who is now out for revenge. He seeks the help of Grigori, an expatriate Russian who makes a living capturing, enslaving and training pretty young women for sale as sex slaves. He wants Grigori to do all that to Tanya, asking only that he be provided with videos of her debasement. Wary at first, Grigori accepts after seeing the beautiful, bitchy Tanya working a party for her next wealthy prey. There's plenty of money to be made from her, from his client first, and even more when he sells a broken and trained Tanya at auction. While Tanya is adept at avoiding the usual traps, the highly skilled Grigori is a professional like none she's ever encountered. She's soon taken to an... Views: 23
Across the land, wedding bells ring out their joyous announcement. But, when a wedding gift is discovered to possess a dark and sinister secret, the damage has already been done. As the dust settles, Faedra is thrust into a different role. One she is not ready for. The only hope she has of defeating a deadly force that threatens her new home, is to pull her allies together. Views: 23
“The Traveler’s Gift effectively combines self-help with fiction . . . sustaining momentum while simultaneously passing on instructions for positive thinking . . . an exemplary job at providing positive suggestions for overcoming life’s obstacles.” - Publishers Weekly“Andy Andrews will challenge you to reach your fullest potential.” - John C. Maxwell, Founder, The INJOYTM Group“The Traveler’s Gift touched me in a way no other book ever has.” - Barbara Johnson, Humorist and Best-Selling AuthorOnly a few months ago, he was a successful executive. Now he’s a desperate man. But a divine adventure is about to unfold. Join David Ponder on an incredible journey that will help you discover the Seven Decisions for Success.In the tradition of best-selling books by Og Mandino,... Views: 23
SUMMARY: Fashionista and amateur sleuth Haley Randolph is in hot pursuit of the season's newest must-have handbag. But soon she's also in hot pursuit of a killer--when she discovers the corpse of none other than her designer purse party rival. . . Life is beyond fabulous at the moment for Haley Randolph. She just spent two amazing weeks in Europe with her boyfriend Ty Cameron, owner of Holt's Department Store where Haley works. And now Ty's grandmother, Ada, is letting Haley drive her way-cool Mercedes. Things would be perfect if she could just get her hands on her latest fashion obsession: the new Sinful handbag. Every store in town is out of stock, and Haley would rather die than buy a knockoff. But when she finds the body of her nemesis, Tiffany Markham, in the trunk of Ada's Mercedes, she's not so sure she wants to trade places after all. . . Topping the list of suspects, Haley doesn't deny seeing red when Tiffany and her business partner not only stole her purse party idea, but also made more money. But Haley wasn't jealous enough to commit murder. Now she'll have to solve this mystery quickly--and find that Sinful bag--before she becomes a killer's next fashion fatality. . . Praise For Dorothy Howell And Purses And Poison "A treat for those with a passion for fashion. No doubt this sassy heroine's in for a long run." Kirkus Reviews "A quick read with lots of humor." -- Booklist "A solid mystery." -- Publishers Weekly "Haley Randolph is a hoot. There is no way to get through Howell's latest without laughing out loud at least once a chapter." -- Romantic Times Handbags And Homicide "A winning debut. . .a cool cliffhanger will leave readers eager for Haley's next adventure." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Dorothy Howell is one funny lady. I laughed out loud as I followed Haley's adventures tracking down both a killer and a Louis Vuitton organizer in this fast-paced, fun-filled page turner. I recommend it highly." --Laura Levine, author of Killing Bridezilla "Stephanie Plum goes retail. Handbags and Homicide is fast, fun, and fabulous. Don't miss it!" --Laurien Berenson, author of Hounded to Death "I loved this book! Haley Randolph is the real deal--an absolutely fabulous sleuth who can spot a designer knock-off, or a murderer, with a blink of her fake eyelashes." --Leslie Meier, author of St. Patrick's Day Murder "Fashionistas take note: Dorothy Howell's delightful Handbags and Homicide dangles shopping to die for and a murder in store in a breezy debut mystery as sure to please as a Notorious handbag." --Carolyn Hart, author of Death Walked In Views: 23
