A hilarious and essential illustrated field guide that breaks down the tribes of the bicycling community: from the spandex-clad weekend warriors to the hipsters on street bikes who love to laugh at each other (and themselves).Anyone who rides a bike knows the bicycling world is made up of tribes. From tattooed messengers to pretty urban hipsters to grouchy shop owners, they may look like they live on different planets, but they are united by their abiding love of bikes-and often their total disdain of other members of this insular world.Bike Tribes is the Preppy Handbook of bicycling, replete with one-of-a-kind illustrations that taxonomize the special habits, clothing, preferences, and predilections of cyclists.Mike Magnuson, an avid rider, bicycling expert, and longtime contributor to Bicycling magazine, covers the basics of racing, etiquette, and apparel and gear, including running commentary on cycling culture, poking holes in practically every... Views: 376
Death is only the beginning in this fast-paced, science fantasy novella. Caught in the fray of treachery and deceit, Dia Thorpe must unravel the mysteries of her past before her past unintentionally stabs her in the back. She is hurled into a peril fraught journey of incredible discoveries and evil twists. An interplanetary adventure to learn who she is, all the while avoiding the wrath of a God.Death is only the beginning in this fast-paced, science fantasy novella. Caught in the fray of treachery and deceit, Dia Thorpe must unravel the mysteries of her past before her past unintentionally stabs her in the back. She is hurled into a peril fraught journey of incredible discoveries and evil twists. An interplanetary adventure to learn who she is, all the while avoiding the wrath of a God; a logic-bound being, driven by the will to end all suffering. Quickly.Who saved her from imprisonment on Earth? Why? What explained her ability to heal? Did answers to Dia's questions lie in the beautiful city of Avalon?This is a fiction novella of 23,000 words and is part 1 in the Silvaera’s Spire series.Extract:“It’s ready.” Said Kant, who had been busying himself behind a panel in the far corner. “Are you ready?” Dia hadn’t even considered this. The importance of seeing Daniel again was paramount. She looked down at her sword in its sheath and her almost impenetrable outfit, then across to the gun which was now hanging from a loop on her skirt. “I am ready.” She finally replied, her voice calm but serious.Kant wordlessly shifted closer to Dia and clasped her hand. A moment later the room and everything in existence had simply gone, including Dia herself. She could neither feel nor sense.Then Kant was there, she could feel him. Then she could see green light. It was overwhelming at first, but after a few seconds, Dia’s eyes adjusted to the brightness and the green focused into individual objects. There were great trees, vines, bushes and long grasses in all directions but one; to Dia’s side there was a path cutting its way through the jungle. She knew where this led. She remembered it now. It was a path created by herself and Daniel long ago, before peace had become war. Before Ssus. She felt comforted somewhat by the sights before her and the familiar smells of foliage. Beckoning Kant to follow, she began to follow the path through the undergrowth.They walked onwards for some time. It wasn’t a difficult walk as the path somehow prevented itself from becoming overgrown. When they came to rivers or great chasms, there were bridges which seemed far too sophisticated for the area. Once, the path took them directly through a mountain, the underground passageway lit by white-flamed torches which apparently never burned out. Views: 375
Given the chance, fifteen-year-old Peregrine "Perry" Eckert would dedicate every waking moment to Creatures & Caverns, an epic role-playing game rich with magical creatures, spell casting, and deadly weapons. The world of C&C is where he feels most comfortable in his own skin. But that isn't happening--not if his parents have anything to do with it. Concerned their son lacks social skills, they ship him off to summer camp to become a man. They want him to be outdoors playing with kids his own age and meeting girls--rather than indoors alone, with only his gaming alter ego for company. Perry knows he's in for the worst summer of his life.
Everything changes, however, when Perry gets to camp and stumbles into the World of the Other Normals. There he meets Mortin Enaw, one of the creators of C&C, and other mythical creatures from the game, including the alluring Ada Ember, whom Perry finds more beautiful than any human girl he's ever met. Perry's new otherworldly friends need his help to save their princess and prevent mass violence. As they embark on their quest, Perry realizes that his nerdy childhood has uniquely prepared him to be a great warrior in this world, and maybe even a hero. But to save the princess, Perry will have to learn how to make real connections in the human world as well.
Bestselling author Ned Vizzini delivers a compulsively readable and wildly original story about the winding and often hilarious path to manhood. Views: 375
*(Caution: If you are prone to nightmares do not select this title)* - MATURE CONTENT - Desperate to clear his client, an attorney solicits the supernatural talents of a spiritualist in order to gain access to a deceased witness, but in the process, pays an unusual price.In a desperate attempt to get his client acquitted of a murder charge, a practical, no nonsense, skeptical attorney is forced to consider using supposed supernatural means to resurrect the only witness to the crime to get the corpse's testimony. The means by which this feat is to be accomplished is as bizarre as the price for said service. Views: 375
The crew of the DVD go through a time rift and become twenty fours years older. To some of the crew this becomes life threatening. The Captain must find a way to reverse what has happened.The crew of the DVD go through a time rift and become twenty fours years older. This is life threatening to some of the crew so they head for the closest planet to ask for the coordinates so they can go back through the time rift. The people on the planet like to play games and force the Captain to take part in a scavenger hunt before they will tell them what they need to know. Will they be given the correct coordinates before it's too late. Views: 375
Bestselling author Susan Connell offers readers a generous sample from seven of her hottest romance novels. Extended excerpts include the first three chapters from A Woman to Blame, Glory Girl, Trouble in Paradise, Pagan’s Paradise, Some Kind of Wonderful, and the holiday-themed Rings on Her Fingers. And for a bonus nibble, enjoy the first chapter of her latest beach romance, A Man Like This.Bestselling author Susan Connell offers readers an assortment of generous samples from seven of her hottest romance novels. Extended excerpts include the first three chapters from A Woman to Blame, Glory Girl, Trouble in Paradise, Pagan's Paradise, Some Kind of Wonderful, and the holiday-themed Rings on Her Fingers. And for a bonus nibble, enjoy the first chapter of her latest beach romance, A Man Like This. A WOMAN TO BLAME: When city girl Bryn and laid-back Rick butt heads over the renovation of his Florida Keys restaurant, sparks fly. But what happened 5 years ago on August Moon Key, and will that secret destroy their chance at happiness?GLORY GIRL: When Evan discovers ex-super model Holly Hamilton hiding in his Jersey Shore guest cottage, the aviation executive wants to know why. An unauthorized semi-nude poster known as 'Glory Girl' has America riveted but Holly just wants her celebrity status to go away. Evan knows there's more to the story, and he'll do whatever it takes to gain Holly's trust.A MAN LIKE THIS: Drew wants info about a string of burglaries in his beloved uncle's retirement community, and he can't understand why the community's resident problem solver, Jill Stuart won't believe they're even happening. As their undeniable chemistry comes to a head, Jill finds herself torn between her connection with Drew and her solemn promise to one of her residents.TROUBLE IN PARADISE: Buttoned-down Allison arrives in the Central American rain forest on the hunt for her brother-in-law, Tony. She's got a message to deliver, but standing in her way is one Reilly Anderson. When he sidetracks her into playing out her childhood Tarzan fantasies, this pharmaceutical exec just wants to protect Tony's secret drug research. But when Allison lets down her hair - and her guard - anything can happen. After all, it's a jungle out there.PAGAN'S PARADISE: After a bad breakup with her high-society boyfriend, Joanna's chance for a badly-needed life makeover comes in the form of an offer from a children's charity. They want this hard-working freelance photographer to shoot underprivileged Central American kids. When she signs on, she expects a walk on the wild side. What she gets is her nose bloodied and her camera stolen within hours of arrival. Enter her rescuer, undercover agent Jack Stratford, who knows the streets of San Raphael are about to explode. As the revolution grows closer, so do they, and this gutsy redhead is a distraction he can't afford. So why can't Jack shake the feeling that she's the woman of his dreams?SOME KIND OF WONDERFUL: Young widow Sandy Patterson has had a perfect life, now she wants a real one. Time away from her well-meaning but overly protective southern family is something she needs, and a summer painting in Greece sounds perfect. She just needs to get a quick visit with her husband’s old college roommate, Alex, out of the way. He invites her to stay at his Greek isle villa where he keeps a respectful distance, but soon their chemistry has her wanting things she hasn't in a long time, and she can tell he feels the same. Now she just needs to find out what hidden sadness is holding Alex back.RINGS ON HER FINGERS: Gwen Mansfield only moonlights as a jewelry store 'mall elf' to help pay the bills at her beloved mansion-turned-apartment house. Between her duties to her tenants and the *four* broken engagements in her past, she knows it's best she resist Architect Steve Stratton's charms. Steve's not dissuaded by her white-lies, though, and he manages to rent her last vacant apartment, then makes himself indispensable. When their undeniable attraction heats up, Gwen's heart soon begins to melt...until an unexpected visitor knocks Steve's plans into the nearest slushy gutter.*Please Note* This contemporary romance sampler contains sample chapters. For the full novels, please visit your favorite ebook retailer. Views: 375
With the Skin-walkers closing in, Kiera and her friends flee across the English countryside. Learning Potter has been keeping secrets from her, Kiera makes the painful decision to split from the group and leave her friends behind to go in search of her father. Can Kiera reach him before she turns into a statue, like the ones that appear to be following her? Desperate to win back Kiera’s trust, and fearing she is walking straight into a trap, Potter goes after her. But with a more desperate and cunning enemy anticipating Kiera’s and Potter’s every move, will Potter’s past secrets ultimately lead to the death of Kiera Hudson? Views: 375
A simple collection of poems that I've gathered over the last few years.Lily and the Lion tells the story of a young woman who is thrust into an adventure when her secret rendezvous is interrupted by a witch and a lion. Views: 375
She was kidnapped not once but twice and now someone wants her dead. Bailey's mother suddenly dies and if Guy, the private investigator is to be believed, her life was a lie! Bailey travels back through a sketchy and dangerous past to find answers. Everyone has a story but who’s telling the truth? And who wants her dead? To discover the facts, she’ll have to untangle 30 years of lies and deceit.She was kidnapped not once but twice and now someone wants her dead because of it....Her life was a lie!Bailey knew her upbringing wasn’t normal but she’s worked hard to stabilize her life. At 29, she finally has a good business, a stable home; her life is miles from that of her childhood. Then suddenly her mother dies, leaving a gaping hole and a discovery that they may not even be related. If Guy, the private investigator is to be believed, her life is a lie. Using the skills she learned on the streets, Bailey travels back through a sketchy and dangerous past, to find answers. Dodging bullets, staying ahead of those who want her dead and convincing Guy she can do it alone, are making it difficult to discover not only the secrets of her mother’s past but that of a family claiming she is theirs. Everyone seems to have a story... but who’s telling the truth? And who wants her dead? Is Guy part of the solution? Or part of the problem? To discover the facts, she’ll have to untangle a web of deceit, lies, and secrets, dating back over thirty years.But can she do it in time..... Views: 375
Alexa Bernell can do what no one else can -- or so she thought, until the Omen Project found her. Shaped by drugs and brutal training, she was their weapon. Until she got loose.Haunted by the memories of what she's done, Alexa ran. Now the Project is hunting her. They've sent Cav, her friend, her lover, and her only confidant.If she wants to be free, she has to kill him.Don’t kill a copper cos it’s a hanging job. The tale is set in London on the eve of WW2 at a time when hanging was the penalty for murder and the cut-throat razor, the weapon of choice for settling differences within the criminal fraternity.It’s 1939 and Hitler is about to invade Poland and kick off the Second World War, but Foxy has more important things on his mind: as the getaway driver on bungled bank robbery he is at risk of a formal introduction to the hangman if caught. For Foxy, comedy and tragedy have always gone hand in hand, and this day is no exception as he plays hide and seek with the forces of law and order in the streets of London and the leafy lanes of Hertfordshire, doggedly keeping one step ahead thanks to his driving skills. Views: 375
During the Nazi occupation of Ukraine, a match was set up between Dynamo Kiev's players, playing as FC Start, and a German side. Kievwon. And when the Germans fielded a better side, Kiev beat them too. And again, and again. Until the half-starved FC Start players faced an international-calibre German side, under the threat of execution if they didn't let the occupiers win... An astonishing true story. Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, the Wired and Wired Upseries encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories at a manageable length and reading level. Views: 375
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy. Views: 374
Tyson has a dynamic career, a gorgeous wife and two precious children. Mark is facing a future full of promise with his new wife and baby. When the two are trapped with their disabled mom they must make a wrenching choice. They have a second to make a decision that will end lives and change lives forever. Even in a strong, loving family there are repercussions to a decision based on love.Tyson is living his dream life with a dynamic career, a gorgeous wife and two precious children. Mark is looking toward a future full of promise with his new wife and baby. When the two young men are trapped in a crumbling building with their disabled mom they must make the wrenching choice between a life with the families they have at home or staying with the woman who gave them life. With their mother's frantic pleading pushing them away, they have a split second to make a decision that will end lives and change lives forever. Follow this strong, loving family as they all try to live with the repercussions of a decision based on love. Views: 374
