Marva Ferguson has a very personal Christmas tradition that happens every December 26. As an aging widow, the tradition means more to her now than it ever has.Her newest neighbor, nine-year-old Charlee, loves Christmas too. But her family has fallen on hard times and things get worse when Charlee becomes critically ill.Then, on December 12, Charlee makes a wonderful discovery. A mysterious note is delivered that promises twelve days of gifts and stories that will reveal the truth behind the beloved Christmas carol "The Twelve Days of Christmas." As the days go by, the gifts hint at a possible lost lyric. Was there once a 13th day of Christmas? And if so, could its magic change—or save—a life?If Marva knows something about the "letters from the Elves," she's not telling. However, you don't live as long as Marva Ferguson and not have a secret or two—including a whole lot of faith—in your apron pocket.Filled with laughter, tenderness, and hope,... Views: 67
I can predict question papers. There, I have your attention now. It's true, I can. My name is Ira Bhatt and I've just told you my biggest secret. To be honest, it's not much of a secret any more. It all started when I sat for an exam once, without studying for it, and got full marks. I wish I could say I'm a prodigy, but I'm not. I've just got superpowers. That's like the best thing ever. Not. Throw in a gang of friends desperate for help and the evil Five Star chocolate addict who heads the tuition centre, and it's the perfect set-up for one disaster after the other. Delicious, hilarious, and uber cool, But Ira Said is the story of a girl everyone would want to be - or would they? Views: 67
From the #1 Bestselling Men's Adventure, Action/Adventure, War, and Techno-thriller author, Carolyn McCray comes a short story bridge between the extremely controversial historical thriller, 30 Pieces of Silver and Havoc.Packed with about as much action as you can stuff into 9,000 words, join Brandt and Monroe as they attempt a romantic evening alone. Like we said...attempt!Haven't read 30 Pieces of Silver yet? Don't worry, there aren't any real spoilers in this bridge short story.Overview:Brandt and Monroe, thinking they are safe in India, try for a nice romantic night out. The Knot on the other hand has a different idea for the evening.Can Brandt and Monroe survive date night? Views: 67
Avoiding a group of bullies, Barney Pennimen and his friend Snowy discover a cave with an amazing secretBarney Penniman is afraid of his eighth grade friends at boarding school. Since they're the nastiest guys at school, Barney is safe from being teased, but the gang's bullying finally pushes Barney too far, and he finds himself alone.Then Snowy Cobb, an elf-like, ostracized younger boy, makes a sudden appearance in Barney's life. And when Snowy finds a mysterious bone on campus, the boys try to determine its origins. Their investigation leads them to a deep, dark, sandy-bottomed cave, and what they discover beneath the sand will test their beliefs—and everything they hold dear. This adventure story was the runner-up for an Edgar Award.This ebook features an illustrated biography of Rosemary Wells including rare images from the author's collection. Views: 67
Picking up right where Deep in the Darkness left off, Dr. Michael Cayle returns from near death to rescue his wife and daughter, who have been taken captive by the Isolates, the aboriginal creatures living in the woods behind his home. Will he find them alive, or dead? Or…worse? Views: 67
Becky is finally able to get her revenge on millionaire Connor Dade, the man who made her lose her business. When things go wrong at the last moment, Becky has to decide whether to follow her heart or her head.Becky doesn't realize it but she may not be the only one looking to make the other one pay. Will Becky and Connor figure out what to do before it is too late and they are damaged forever?'For Love or For Revenge' book 3 is the final book in the series and readers will happy to know that book 3 holds the hottest sex scene in the series. This is a seriously hot spicy erotic novella to end the series. Views: 67
BLOOD RITES
There seemed to be no reason behind the series of grisly murders plaguing Orlando. The victims were young and old, women and men, destitute and well-off. Only two shocking similarities linked the deceased; before dying, they had been horribly brutalized..and they were all found with their scalps removed.
SLICE OF DEATH
Medical Examiner Dr. Dean Grant had previous success teaming with police to hunt down serial killers. But a maniac is lurking in the shadows, secretly studying the M.E.'s every move. And if Grant doesn't crack the gruesome case very soon, he could end up the next victim...
(Approximately 80,000 words, the second book in the Dean Grant series.) Views: 67
1998 – On-line auctions are the new craze, and tech writer and vineyard co-owner Cissy Rayburn is joining the frenzy. New friend Amy is teaching Cissy and old friend Julia how to navigate the wonderful world of eBuy. But while the ladies were at Cissy’s house on the computer, someone broke into Amy’s and Julia’s houses.Could it have something to do with the weekend estate sale they all went to? The other big buyer at the auction was Rose Jackson, retired county government employee and on-line auction shark. Cissy wonders if Rose’s house was broken into as well. But when she stops by Rose’s house, she finds that not only was the house broken into – so was Rose’s head.Now Cissy is once again hip-deep in a murder investigation, but with the added aggravation of providing a temporary home for Rose’s untrained and obnoxious chihuahua Paco. Both identifying the killer and finding a permanent home for this awful little dog seem like impossible tasks. Views: 67
As Damon helps pack up his sickly grandfather's belongings, he stumbles upon a strange map that leads directly to a nearby graveyard. Views: 67
It’s 1830, in an alternate Britain where the ‘scientific’ principles of magic were discovered sixty years previously, allowing the British to win the American War of Independence. Although Britain is now supreme among the Great Powers, the gulf between rich and poor in the Empire has widened and unrest is growing every day. Master Thomas, the King’s Royal Sorcerer, is ageing and must find a successor to lead the Royal Sorcerers Corps. Most magicians can possess only one of the panoply of known magical powers, but Thomas needs to find a new Master of all the powers. There is only one candidate, one person who has displayed such a talent from an early age, but has been neither trained nor officially acknowledged. A perfect candidate to be Master Thomas’ apprentice in all ways but one: the Royal College of Sorcerers has never admitted a girl before. But even before Lady Gwendolyn Crichton can begin her training, London is plunged into chaos by a campaign of terrorist attacks co-ordinated by Jack, a powerful and rebellious magician.The Royal Sorceress will certainly appeal to all fans of steampunk, alternate history, and fantasy. As well as the fun of the ‘what-ifs’ delivered by the rewriting of our past, it delights with an Empire empowered by magic – all the better for being one we can recognise. The scheming and intrigue of Jack and his rebels, the roof-top chases and the thrilling battles of magic are played out against the dark and unforgiving backdrop of life in the sordid slums and dangerous factories of London. Many of the rebels are drawn from a seedy and grimy underworld, while their Establishment targets prey on the weak and defenceless. The price for destroying the social imbalance and sexual inequality that underpin society may be more than anyone can imagine. Views: 67
