In Dying to Know You, award-winning author Aidan Chambers has created an indelible portrait of a young man discovering his own voice in the world, and has constructed a love story that is as much about the mind as it is the heart.In this contemporary love story, a teenage boy named Karl enlists a famous writer to help him impress his girlfriend, Fiorella. She has asked him to write her a letter in which he reveals his true self. But Karl isn't convinced he's good enough with words, so he tracks down Fiorella's favorite author and begs him to take up the task. The writer reluctantly assents, on the condition that Karl agree to a series of interviews, so that the letter will be based on an authentic portrait of Karl. The letter, though effective, has unexpected consequences for Karl, Fiorella, and the writer.Praise for Dying to Know YouTHREE STARRED REVIEWSDeliberate in pace and carefully insightful in its investigation of character,... Views: 58
The planet Earth has long served as a meeting place for several races from far off in space. It’s neutral ground, in a way, and so any conflict that exists outside of the planet’s atmosphere is forbidden from entering it. Prince Comman of Jontira decides to attend a meeting there, and his personal guard, including Kain, one of the best warriors the rocky planet has ever seen, attend with him.
While the Prince deals with diplomacy, Kain explores the Earth, learning and seeing things. When he stumbles across a young woman being attacked by creatures who definitely don’t come from Earth, he steps in and rescues her, but is perplexed. Did these creatures come on their own, or were they brought in by someone attending the meeting? In his quest to investigate this, he runs into Silvia, the young woman he saved, time and time again, and takes a liking to her. But can he divide his time and attentions between getting to know her and figuring out who is trying to sabotage this peaceful meeting and perhaps even kill his prince? And when the traitor is revealed and the fighting breaks out, will the Earth go from a peaceful place to collateral damage? Views: 58
In each installment of 7 Hours, a character is visited by the enigmatic Thomas Constant, who makes a heart-stopping statement: "You are about to die. But you may choose from one of three options: Live seven more hours, travel back in time and relive seven hours, or accept the inevitable and die now."Mattie Bigham has lost his job, is losing his wife, and is not losing any weight. At just under four hundred and fifty pounds, he figures his doctor's prediction that he's going to drop dead any second is about to come true. He is right.When Thomas Constant appears, Mattie chooses murder—to carry out revenge on the bully who tormented him all through school. Except when he arrives for the showdown, he's shocked to find this man in a scenario not unlike his own. Things get complicated quickly, and time is running out.The clock is ticking. What will you do with the time you have left? Views: 58
In Walker's second collection of essays, the author helps readers understand her ambitions as an artist, citizen of the world, and spiritual seeker In a follow-up to her collection of essays, In Search of Our Mothers' Gardens, Walker takes a look at a vast range of issues both personal and global, from her experience with the filming of The Color Purple, to the history of African-American narrative traditions, to global threats of pollution and nuclear war. Walker travels broadly and maintains an eye for detail, resulting in a captivating journey of conscience by one of the most distinctive political and artistic voices in America. Readers will find inspiration and insights in even the briefest entries of this enthralling anthology. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Alice Walker including rare photos from the author's personal collection. Views: 58
JET - Ops Files, Terror Alert picks up the story of Maya, the operative who would become Jet, on her first mission in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where she must race the clock to stop a terror attack that would change the world order.From a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author. Views: 58
Graham set Silo 49 free from the machinations of Silo 1 and the control of the W.O.O.L. agenda in Silo 49: Going Dark. Since then, they have been alone and their silo has changed for the better. But a gentler and kinder lie is still a lie and the truth waits to be found. Marina is a Fabricator, a worker of metal, and has been tasked with reclaiming the silver of the silo from private hands to replenish the diminishing vault stocks. Amongst the curiosities turned in, she finds something that should not exist and that begins a search for the most elusive thing in the silo…the truth. Books in the Silo 49 Series: 1- Silo 49: Going Dark 2- Silo 49: Deep Dark 3- Silo 49: Dark Till Dawn 4- Silo 49: Flying Season for the Mis-Recorded Silo 49: Deep Dark is written in the WOOL universe made famous by author, Hugh Howey. It is primarily for readers already familiar with the WOOL series. Deep Dark is a full length novel, the second volume of the Silo 49 Trilogy. Views: 58
lies, lies, lies...The lies from Harvard Academy's Elite had fallen upon deaf ears. With the truth revealed, Sam was the only person I could turn to and trust.But a girl once so broken, was only bent. As I returned, stronger than before. The de Lacharriere's could play their silly little games and spew their lies.One thing remained true, I was getting free of my father's clutches. Even if that meant having to side with the enemy.The four guys who broke my heart with little white lies, would have to heal me with their ugly dark truths.*Light High School Bully Romance* Reverse Harem* Book 1 is Little White Lies* #WhyChoose Views: 58
The basis for the Academy Award-winning major motion picture starring Best Actor nominee Richard Dix and Best Actress nominee Irene Dunne.This vivid and sweeping tale of the Oklahoma Land Rush, from Pulitzer Prize winner Edna Ferber, traces the stunning challenges of settling an untamed frontier. Staking claim to their new home in Osage, Yancey Cravat, a spellbinding criminal lawyer, and his wife, well-bred Sabra, work against seemingly overwhelming odds to create a prosperous life for themselves. And as they establish themselves in this lawless land, Sabra displays a brilliant business sense and makes a success of their local newspaper, the Oklahoma Wigwam, all amidst border and land disputes, outlaws, and the discovery of oil.Originally published in 1929, and twice made into a motion picture, Cimarron brings history alive, capturing the settling of the American West in vivid detail.With a new foreword by Julie... Views: 58
Join New York Times bestselling authors Diana Palmer and Christine Rimmer as they spin fan-favorite tales of happily-ever-after under the mistletoe. If Winter Comes by Diana Palmer Charismatic mayor Bryan Moreland has already won the devotion of his constituents. He's well on his way to charming reporter Carla Maxwell until corruption allegations swirl. Is the popular politician really a criminal? As a reporter, Carla wants to get to the bottom of the story, but as a woman, she wants nothing more than to lose herself in sexy Mayor Moreland's arms. Or does he have her exactly where he wants her for some other reason entirely? Ms. Bravo and the Boss by Christine Rimmer Elise Bravo needs a job, desperately. And soldier turned thriller writer Jed Walsh burned through assistants like hellfire through brimstone. Enter Elise, crack assistant, master plotter and perfect for the live-in job in every way but one...her instant... Views: 58
Coronado Prep student Maria Ochoa, 16, is near death after crashing her car on an isolated stretch of New Mexico Highway 14 during a blizzard. When the only person to show up to help her is a teen gangbanger named Demetrio Vigil, Maria fears she’s doomed -- until the young man manages, miraculously, to heal her nearly fatal wounds with nothing but the warm energy radiating from his hands. Views: 58
