A Jarful of Moondreams: What Secrets Are Ready to Spill Out?

Shocking secrets are about to spill out of the moondream jar this summer. A modern family saga that starts in Northumberland and takes the reader on holiday to Italy and Egypt. The Egyptian jar is where the Moon family, Teri, Cleo and Alex, keep their special memories and dreams for the future but it also holds the secrets of Teri's past. Is this the summer where her daughters, Cleo and Alex, learn to get along? Who will find love? Will their dreams come true ? A page turner with drama and romance. An uplifting read. ' A JARFUL OF MOONDREAMS spills over with longing, love and life. The exploration of sibling rivalry will make sisters all over the world laugh and cry....at the heart of this novel is an issue that will resonate with many women-what does it mean to be a mother?' Mags' 5 star review. ' ...lovely storyline and likeable characters. It will make you laugh and cry in equal measure. This is a very accomplished debut novel.I am really looking forward to her next book.' Book literati 5 star review. **
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A Wordy Poet

Some philosophies and phenomenons are considered sacrosanct. These elements of life are dealt with. Love, immortality, eternity, death and war inclusive. It also includes in it subjects relating to apocalyptic events and psychological matters. The poem takes you into the world of contemporary poetry. Read and be awaken!!!Reader, how far you have come.An epic clashing of fantastical worlds and dramatic prose files into a tale of such heart-wrenching disaster, that if you read, you will undoubtedly find yourself wishing you hadn't, and then reading on to the next scene, and the next, and to the last few, dribbling words. Only the first installment of this saga, we find ourselves thrust into a dying world where the darkness of a tainted heart has begun to creep into the realms. Here in Axis, where the Emperor's hefty arm crushes all beneath his reach, we are introduced to a select few souls that threaten to bend the rights of existence, not for them, but for you. Rorith's power wanes. Savill's spirit is to be overcome. And Aviin? What can be said of this poor, wretched man, for he is nothing, and yet everything to us. And into the past where we remember the long lost tales of an unfortunate boy that simply couldn't escape the Fate's grasp, squeezed between their grimy fingers for all he had.Perhaps some books were never meant to be read?Others, never to be written....You will not find disappointment, as it is sure to drag you on from bleeding page to bleeding page, but I cannot promise that you will be happy with your reward at the final remark, nor will you be glad that you must read on, for this story simply does not end. In all that is fantastical and mystic, though, there will be no equal. So read on, yes, read until your soul cries out and your lips pour out onto the paper alongside so many others.
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The Devil Knows Best

In this sordid tale, Moehring takes readers on a wild ride: from staring down the barrel of a Mexican soldier's machine gun to witnessing multinationals defacing archeological treasures--all the while learning about friendship, culture, and religious superstition. Does the Devil really know best, as the Mexican proverb suggests? The answer might surprise you.Eli wakes every morning and sees stories. He can’t help it.Eli is just an 18-year-old with tree-bark eyes who is trying to make sense of a few things: a sister who cries herself to sleep most every night because of past abuse, a father who drinks until he cannot see straight, and a mother who has a strong spirit but a frail body. But when he witnesses the Millbury police pull the bloated body of a classmate from the Brandywine river, Eli changes. Gets spooked. He takes a video camera and begins to interview the people in his small town that have been close to death.This is how Eli becomes a storyteller. The stories that he films and pens down in a leather-bound journal claw close to his heart. The stories speak to him in the black of night and force Eli to come to grips with harrowing truths about the nature of life in a small town.
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Revolution

Axel Ward, a former special forces soldier, has no choice but to enter a world of virtual combat to save his country. After a rescue attempt in terrorist-controlled territory creates an international incident, Ward is imprisoned, and forced to fight on a new kind of battlefield, where survival is the new game! The year is 2071. The line between soldier and civilian is no longer clear as men and women fight for entertainment.The fate of the world lies in the hands of a few citizens. A new virtual reality game allows players to fight with real world and deadly consequences. Nobody is safe. As the creators of the game attempt to usurp power with the support of loyal fans, someone must stand against them. Ward and a team of unlikely friends must fight in both the real and virtual worlds. They fight for freedom, they fight for survival.‘V-War’ is an exciting and action-packed adventure in a world where combat is fought not just on the battlefield, but also in the mind.
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Legends and Myths from North Wales

A collection of sixteen Welsh legends and myths from North Wales.Wales is a land filled with mythology. Every breathtaking valley, towering mountain, shimmering lake and magical castle has a mythical tale to entertain and enchant you. The Welsh, like other Celtic races, love to tell stories. From before the time of the Mabinogion and the Black Book of Carmarthen they have passed dark winter nights telling Welsh fables, fairy tales and legends. Discover....*The sad story of Prince Llewelyn's faithful hound Gelert and why a town is named after the dutiful dog.*Why Dwynwen, the patron saint of lovers, lived on a beautiful island off the coast of Anglesey.*A yellow eyed devil who kills with his stare. Look away I tell you.*Discover the sad fate of the young bridegroom who searched for thirty years for his vanished bride.These are just some of the Welsh Legends and Myths you will find in these pages but there's more....*Learn the legend of Owain and the Gwiber, an evil giant snake like best with wings, its body covered in putrid slime.*Why the Men of Harlech are immortalised in song.*How the Welshman Prince Madoc and his followers discovered America.*The reason there is a Red Hand of Chirk.*Why no bird ever flies over Llyn Idwal.*Where King Arthur was cruelly murdered and the true fate of his sword Excalibur.*And why St. Seiriol the Fair had a chalk white face.The folklore of Wales and its history are interwoven with myths and legends that cross the centuries. Some are based on factual events. Some have mythical roots, but all are entertaining.
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The Weather Man

Geoff MacLeod is having his worse day ever. As WRLA’s Meteorologist, he failed to predict the storm of the century. What could possibly be worse? Then Elijah moves into the vacant apartment next door. He’s an eccentric older gent who seems harmless enough. That is, until he takes to the roof of their building to do the impossible - wave a staff in the air and … change the weather!This short story is for the weather lover at heart. If your favorite moment of any storm is the last few moments just before the rain falls - the clouds heavy with menace, the gusts swaying the trees, the lighting just short of danger. If only the energy and exhilaration of that moment could be tapped ... if only you could control the weather!
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Selected Poetry And Songs

This is a collection of poetry written over a period of more than 15 years. The poetry is at times anecdotal, or even a bit silly. At other times it is a reflection of the struggles associated with life. The poetry discusses subjects related to war, religion, flowers, memories, travel and more.This is a collection of poetry written over a period of more than 15 years. The poetry is at times anecdotal, or even a bit silly. At other times it is a reflection of the struggles associated with life. The poetry discusses subjects related to war, religion, flowers, memories, travel and more.The images and concepts reflect the author's overall opinion of the world at certain points in his life. They are not steadfast opinions, and have been subject to change many times. There references to past events, and conclusions drawn about the future.The poetry doesn't always follow a rhyming scheme, and at times is more like prose in the fashion of story-telling. If you enjoy poetry now and again, you will enjoy this small volume of poetry.
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A Day in the Unlife

Second story in the 'Slayer of Evil (Prices Negotiable)' series. A freelance monster hunter's gotta eat, and Eric Margrave is no exception. Follow our 'hero' in a day on the job, as he deals with all the same problems you deal with in your own job; necromancy, zombie hordes, and a shortage of piano wire.Okay, maybe not EXACTLY the same problems.The world of the supernatural is a place of intense horror and blood-chilling danger. Dark, twisted monsters stalk among humanity from the shadows, seeking only to devour us.Seems like somebody should make some money from all that, right? Enter Eric Margrave, semi-professional monster hunter (He'd be a professional, but they really don't have a certification process for this sort of thing.). When the things that go bump in the night start actually knocking on the door, he's the one who serves them their walking papers... for a nominal fee. Prices negotiable. No demons, please.In this short, Eric has taken on a job from the residents of a little town in the middle of nowhere, who find themselves with a minor case of the next town over disappearing. To some this would be a sign it was time to pack up and leave the diner; to Eric, it just means time buckle down and make a quick buck doing what he does best: The judicious application of extreme violence. Just another day at the office.
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Finley the Fish: Short Stories, Games, Jokes, and More!

Finley is a shy fish. He has a hard time making friends because he is so shy, but his best-friend Barney is always by his side. Follow the adventures of Finley and Barney!* Fun games and puzzles included* Excellent for beginning and early readers* Cute short stories that are great for a quick bedtime story* Funny and hilarious jokes & illustrations for kidsAre you looking for a kid's or children's book that is highly entertaining, great for early readers, and is jam-packed with bedtime stories, jokes, games, and more? This children's storybook has it all!Finley is a shy fish. He has a hard time making friends because he is so shy, but his best-friend Barney is always by his side. Follow the adventures of Finley and Barney! This is an excellent read for beginning and early readers. Each story is easy to read and exciting. Cute and bright illustrations for younger readers and a free coloring book.This book is especially great for traveling, waiting rooms, and read aloud at home.* Fun games and puzzles included* Excellent for beginning and early readers* Cute short stories that are great for a quick bedtime story* Funny and hilarious jokes & illustrations for kidsThis story is great for a quick bedtime story and to be read aloud with friends and family.WHAT A GREAT DEAL! => 5 FUN STORIES, JOKES, GAMES, ACTIVITIES, AND A COLORING BOOK!Your child will be entertained for hours!
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Attack of the Space Nazis from Mars

When Nazis from space launch an attack on New York City, Kent, a newsman with wartime experience, and an unlikely army has to fight to save the world. Not everything is as it seems in this two fisted tale of heart stopping, pulp style adventure.What starts as a beautiful day for Kent and his girlfriend, Sally, becomes a nightmare when the Nazi menace returns to Earth. Their plan is domination and New York City is only their first stop on the world tour of destruction. It’s up to Kent, Sally, and a slapped together group to save the planet from its attackers. In the midst of the attack, many questions must be asked. How did the Nazis get their powerful weapons? Who is the mysterious stranger with alien weaponry and is he friend or foe? What dark secrets are held in the top floors of the Empire State Building? Can the Nazis be stopped? Find out the answers to these questions and more in Attack of the Space Nazis from Mars.
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The Table and Mr. Tensdale

Fresh from college, Emily, is starting her new life in a small town. Her quiet neighbor introduces her to literature, writing and small town pleasures, but does his strange behavior hide a deep secret? How will Emily find this, her fist summer alone?The past meets the present!In this first ever published collection of poetry by the author and written with warmth and feeling straight from the heart, this book intends to take readers,on a journey of emotions.A landmark in poetry, using olde English and contemporary crossover dialects.
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A Capitalist in North Korea: My Seven Years in the Hermit Kingdom

Business in North Korea: a paradoxical and fascinating situation is interpreted by a true insider. In 2002, the Swiss-Swedish power company ABB appointed Felix Abt its country director for North Korea. The Swiss Entrepreneur lived and worked in North Korea for seven years, one of the few foreign businessmen there. After the experience, Abt felt compelled to write A Capitalist in North Korea to describe the multifaceted society he encountered. North Korea, at the time, was heavily sanctioned by the UN, which made it extremely difficult to do business. Yet, he discovered that it was a place where plastic surgery and South Korean TV dramas were wildly popular and where he rarely needed to walk more than a block to grab a quick hamburger. He was closely monitored, and once faced accusations of spying, yet he learned that young North Koreans are hopeful - signing up for business courses in anticipation of a brighter, more open, future. In A Capitalist in North Korea, Abt shares these and many other unusual facts and insights about one of the world's most secretive nations. Author Felix Abt is a politically neutral businessman and, therefore, does not share partisan views about North Korea. He is, however, critical of unfair North Korea reporting and does what he can to contribute to a more objective view of a country he knows much better than the journalists and bloggers writing about it. Abt is a former investor at several legitimate Joint Venture companies in North Korea which are now being driven into bankruptcy by U.N. "sanctions."
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