Anna is a 12 year old girl growing up in a Saxon village in 7th century Mercia. Her life changes when she finds a golden horn in the ruins of a Roman Villa. Soon an ugly dwarf, a beautiful sorceress and even her own people are after her. What powers does the horn have and why does everyone want it? And why is Anna the only one who can get a note out of it?Anna is a 12 year old girl growing up in a Saxon village in 7th century Mercia. Her life changes when she finds a golden horn in the ruins of a Roman Villa. Soon an ugly dwarf, a beautiful sorceress and even her own people are after her. What powers does the horn have and why does everyone want it? And why is Anna the only one who can get a note out of it?About Shield MaidenShield Maiden is the first book in The Nine Worlds series in which the historical world of Anglo-Saxon England meets the mysterious world of myths and legends, gods and monsters our ancestors believed in. This is the world as it might have been had those stories been true… Views: 309
Life is complicated when you are pregnant at 17. But when the father doesn’t know and he is marrying another right in front of you, it is bound to break your heart. What does Ellie do? Cry on her daughter’s shoulders?Alexandra’s world is shattered when the only family she has is brutally murdered. A series of strange encounters, and her relentlessly curious nature, lead her into the woods where she meets a destiny that has been chasing her since birth. She is brought into a world of demons that is fraught with turmoil and deadly power struggles. Lord Balthazar, a demon prince trying to hold his new kingdom together, seizes the opportunity, taking her hostage in a bid to gain the power he so badly needs. Alexandra’s strong-willed, defiant personality not only gets her into heaps of trouble, but also manages to gain the unlikely affections of the handsome demon prince that is holding her captive. As time begins to run out for both of them, sacrifices must be made. By the time they realize their true desires, it may be too late. Views: 309
For decades, Louise Hay has helped people throughout the world discover and implement the full potential of their own creative powers for personal growth and self-healing. In this single volume, you will find three of her most beloved books:You Can Heal Your Life is a true classic, with millions of copies in print worldwide. Louise's key message here is that "if we are willing to do the mental work, almost anything can be healed." She explains how limiting beliefs and ideas are often the cause of illness, and how you can change your thinking . . . and improve the quality of your life.In Heal Your Body, Louise describes the methods she used to cure herself of cancer, which will help you discover patterns in your own health conditions that reveal a lot about yourself. It offers positive new thought patterns to replace negative emotions, an alphabetical chart of physical ailments with their probable causes, and healing affirmations so you can... Views: 308
Jarl and Leyla arrive on Faruul with little idea how they can help the cause of the Prooth, though they are both more than willing. However, some among the alien race are not so keen to accept the aid of humans.This is a science fiction short story of 2,970 words. It is part six in the 'Origins' series of stories.After a bad breakup, Lisiantha returns to her rural coven. Dreading a run in with her ex, Josh, she soon has more important things to worry about: her master made a mistake and a warring coven wants her blood. Can Lisiantha and Josh find a way to save her – and maybe rekindle an old love in the process? Even vampires enjoy a Hallmark-style Christmas special. Views: 308
When Wallace is sent to Camp Spider, he doesn't expect anything other than the worst-spent summer ever. But he gets so much more. Between meeting the only girl at the camp and seeing her taken away before his very eyes, he doesn't know what to make of anything.When Wallace is sent to Camp Spider, he doesn't expect anything other than the worst-spent summer ever. But he gets so much more. Between meeting the only girl at the camp and seeing her taken away before his very eyes, he doesn't know what to make of anything. Handling his fears, Wallace has to make a heroic step forward and goes to save her. With “Camp Spider”, you see the facts of Wallace and Teri's living nightmare. The cliff-hanger ending will keep you hooked long after the last brutal pages are closed. Feel the message of Opal Jones novel work it's magic. Enjoy the first book of Opal's career and feel absorbed into the pages. Read of the camp that was thought to change so little, but changed a world more. Views: 308
Carlton Davies is convinced the beautiful Ruth Darwin isn’t guilty of murder, so he hires the clever detective Graydon McKelvie to prove her innocent. But it’s a tangled web of deceit and double-dealing that involves a kidnapping, missing funds, and a hidden room that is the key to family secrets. A classic mystery/detective story in the Sherlock Holmes tradition, ripe with twists and turns and surprises that will keep the reader riveted and enthralled. “The deductive work done by Graydon McKelvie is at times extremely clever.” -SS Van Dine, “The Great Detective Stories” CONTENTS I. The Note II. The Shot III. The Police IV. The Inquest V. The Secretary VI. Corroborative Evidence VII. The Lawyer VIII. Lee Darwin IX. The Verdict X. Jenkins\' Advice XI. Arthur Trenton XII. An Explanation XIII. The Suicide XIV. Graydon McKelvie XV. The Interview XVI. The Exhibits XVII. The Lamp XVIII. The Secret Entrance XIX. The Lawyer Again XX. Deductions XXI. The Steward XXII. Orton\'s Alibi XXIII. Gramercy Park XXIV. The Signet Ring XXV. The Deception XXVI. James Gilmore XXVII. The Strong Box XXVIII. Gold and Blue XXIX. The Reward XXX. The Curio Shop XXXI. The Rescue XXXII. Lee\'s Story XXXIII. The Second Bullet XXXIV. The Woman in the Case XXXV. A Strange Account XXXVI. The Trap XXXVII. McKelvie\'s Triumph XXXVIII. The Motive XXXIX. Conclusion Views: 308
A quick little tale about a sadistic dentist whose time has come to pay the piper.When James Peter Matthews, a senior at Tech U. , confesses to his parents that he is an atheist…well they don’t take the news very well. His Mom cried for a week, his name was plastered all over the church prayer lists, and his entire family was on his case about it. After several weeks of vainly trying to convince his family that he was right, James has an ingenious (and admittedly crazy) idea – travel forward in time and bring back irrefutable evidence that God doesn’t exist. Will James’ plan succeed? Can he actually manage to travel forward in time? And if so, will he find the answers that he seeks, or merely more questions? Come follow James’ thought provoking, yet humorous, tale and find out. Views: 308
Impromptu Séance is the third short story in the “Odd Socks” series. A slightly bored group of girls have grown tired of telling “normal” campfire ghost stories and decided to pull back the veil, to call a ghost of their very own.There was a time when writing a short story was an art form. The novella reigned queen and “novels” were published in serial form. Books were expensive back then, but the printing of pamphlets was cheap enough to mass-produce. Many of our most beloved classic authors flourished under these circumstances.What was old is new again. Today, the ability to read in digital format is becoming ubiquitous. eReaders are more affordable and other devices such as smart phones are now commonly used as readers, too. However, books in eFormat are steadily becoming more expensive. Perhaps it is time to walk in the footsteps of the masters. Impromptu Séance is the third short story in the “Odd Socks” series. A slightly bored group of girls have grown tired of telling “normal” campfire ghost stories and decided to pull back the veil, to call a ghost of their very own. Views: 308
Before the time of Amborese, a mysterious man washes ashore: Tesnayr. Coinciding with this is an invasion of foul creatures from across the sea: the orcs. Spreading destruction wherever they go, the people look to one man to save them. But will Tesnayr help a people not his own? Can he forget his dark past before all is lost?1,000 years before the birth of Amborese is a far greater story. The legend of Tesnayr. Before the lands of Tesnayr existed, there were five distinct kingdoms. Each proud and constantly at war with one another. But all that changed... A stranger washes upon the shores of Sym'Dul, beaten and barely alive; the only survivor of a devastating war in a land far across the sea. Nursed back to health, Tesnayr makes a new life for himself and begins to think that his past is behind him. Then the orcs arrive led by Galbrok. They quickly ravage the land. Faced with a terrible choice, Tesnayr forms his own army to stop them and quickly draws the attention of each of the five kings. Yet, Tesnayr's past refuses to release him. Can he unite the five kingdoms before Galbrok annihilates them? Can a lone man from across the sea achieve what all believe to be impossible?Show More Show Less Views: 308
Irene had the most beautiful dream ever. She soon realized that it was more than a dream; much, much more. She discovered that she had been entrusted with a powerful pearl, which could spread peace, love and understanding to all those around her.Irene had the most beautiful dream ever. She soon realized that it was more than a dream; much, much more. She discovered that she had been entrusted with a powerful pearl, which could spread peace, love and understanding to all those around her. She soon realizes that it is better to share the pearl's power with others, and not keep it to herself. This story is a feel good story for young readers and adults alike. Views: 308
