In this story I have endeavored to take my young readers to one of our noblest rivers, and not only to make them share in the stirring experiences which are to be had on its waters, but also to make them feel something of the power of the wonderful history of those who first looked upon its scenes of beauty.The events recorded have largely been taken from actual occurrences, the characters, I trust, will not be found untrue to life, and the historical references not inaccurate or uninteresting. Young people are able to feel the inspiration of nature’s power when they are not able to define or express it, and perhaps the best form of teaching is that which enables them to look out with the inner vision rather than to observe these things from the outside.Inspiring as is the majestic river, no less inspiring is the story of the men who first sailed over its waters. Their heroism, persistence, and consecration are qualities which are needed by all men, and in all places and times. We never outgrow these things, though the best parts of our lives may grow out of them.A better understanding of our own land—its natural beauty, its history and heroes—is certainly not one of the least of the demands of the present time; and the author of this story has had the modest hope that its readers may gain a desire in its perusal to see and know more of those possessions which with pardonable pride they are able to claim as their own.Camping on the St. Lawrence : Or On the Trail of the Early Discoverers, The Journey, Ben tries the Canoe, Ancient History, A Mishap, The Races, A Moonlight Sail Views: 363
Previously Released in Love Potion AnthologyLilith has spent her life in the ruins of her mother's court that the Horde destroyed. Summoned to her father's court, her entire world is turned upside down. Her father has offered her to the Horde to pay the tithe owed to them, and she'd rather die before bowing to the Horde, but if she intends to keep her secrets, she will kneel to the murderous Horde who destroyed her kingdom, and left it in ruins.Asrian agreed to take one for the team, to marry one of the elusive, wanted brides of the lesser courts. He expected a spoiled, pampered princess, and anything other than what he finds waiting for him in the Shadow Court. Views: 363
AFTER LOSING MY JOB and my home in the same day, I need a miracle. And that miracle is coming in the form of an interview with the son of a local oil baron, Gentry King. The catch? I have to hop on a private jet with said gorgeous oil baron to get to the interview.Except, I miss the interview when we get waylaid by a snowstorm. Now I'm stranded with Mr. King. In the same hotel room. With only one bed.I'VE MADE A PROMISE TO MYSELF—no more women. It's not like I'm a love 'em and leave 'em kind of guy. They all know the score, and they're all looking for the same thing I am. But I have to set a better example for my grown sons, who seem to be making all the wrong decisions when it comes to their relationships.The last thing I need is to be stranded in a snowstorm with Kendall, twenty years my junior and unintentionally sexy. We're stuck in very close quarters. With no electricity. And no heat other than what we can generate...King's... Views: 363
She will make his bloodline suffer.Bridget Sinclair was a Chosen One, a true witch who had done well to escape the fiery fate that awaited her. When the Witchfinders capture her, Matthew Hopkins has finally discovered the one thing he had spent a lifetime searching for.Bridget Sinclair was a Chosen One, a true witch who had done well to escape the fiery fate that awaited her. When the Witchfinders capture her, Matthew Hopkins has finally discovered the one thing he had spent a lifetime searching for. A witch granted unholy powers. As Bridget fights to save herself from the stake, will she be able to charm the Witchfinder into loving her or will she succumb to the fires meant to send her to Hell?No matter the outcome, Bridget swears an oath to the very Goddess who created her. Matthew Hopkins, Witchfinder General, will suffer long after her time on earth is done. Views: 363
Friends are supposed to stick together, but now they can never let go. Seth and Lars are drawn into the dark world of Arcanium when Seth makes a throwaway wish in front of the circus fortune teller Bell Madoc, who decides that Arcanium needs a little something extra in the ring. The jinni tears Seth and Lars from their lives of university soccer, on-campus parties and bright futures, cursing them to remain in contact at all times. Now they perform beautiful aerial acts for the circus, but these two otherwise straight men must also adjust to living their lives always touching, sleeping together in the same small bed and never having any privacy. The curse also alters the way they express and experience desire for others, like conjoined twins Joanne and Jane. And, to their horror and confusion, each other. Views: 363
Fury Falls Inn in 1821 Alabama. A place for ghosts, witches, and magic. A place of secrets and hidden dangers. A place where Silas Fairhope must rewrite his vengeful family's history to preserve its chance at a future.Answering his sister's frantic summons, journalist Silas discovers not only life-changing concealed powers but also a ruthless witch hunter out to kill her along with two witches, his aunts, who'll stop at nothing to possess her powers. Silas uncovers the truth lurking in his deceased grandfather's twisted plans of fame and power. The aunts—both powerful, vindictive witches—seek to fulfill those evil plans with his sister's reluctant help. Can Silas rewrite the shocking truth of the family's deadly past before it's too late for them to have any future? Views: 362
An adventure from The Saga of Shadows: The Dark Between the StarsAt the publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management software (DRM) applied. Views: 362
Quinn Sutherland, second in command of the Tribe, a group of powerful telepaths, has always been certain of who and what he is—one of the good guys. All he wants is to keep his friends safe—no easy feat when everyone in the world is after them. While on a rescue mission, he meets a mysterious FBI agent, who appears to know a lot about them, and seems to want the same thing he does. But her assignment could literally mean the death of him...When Melody Lyons is inducted into the Federation's elite Bureau of Time Management, it's the pinnacle of her ambitions. Only when she's sent back to the twenty-first century to eliminate a group of rogue time travelers, she never guesses she'll fall for a man who died two thousand years ago... Quinn awakens emotions she hadn't known existed, and for the first time, her loyalties are tested.Books in the Beyond Human series:Unthinkable UnspeakableUncontrollable Views: 362
Tales of the Demimonde is a collection of short works based on the urban fantasy trilogy "The Books of The Demimonde" by USA Today bestselling author Ash Krafton.Sophie Galen is saving the world, one damned person at a time. The advice columnist-turned-oracle must save her Demivampire lover from the fate that threatens each of his race: evolution and the destruction of his soul..."As I sat mourning over the fact that I'd read the last of the Demimonde Trilogy, I realized that I had this still. I was so tickled to open up this short piece of notes, stories, excerpts, and extras to act as a balm for my little book hangover. Tales is like the delightful extras after a favorite movie..."-- Sophia, Reviewer Check out the series and get a taste of the Demimonde...excerpts from reviews:BLEEDING HEARTS"This novel was a nice change from the traditional vampire stories. The emotions that the characters were able to draw out of me solidified my enjoyment of "Bleeding Hearts." One of an author's main goals is to get you, the reader, into their story--literally, if they could--by invoking each and every emotion that he/she writes into a character. Ash Krafton does this successfully without any unintentional awkward moments. Her writing style is very smooth, understandable, and didn't leave me questioning what just happened.""The characters were wonderfully written and interesting to follow. Towards the end of the story I was also emotionally involved in the story as well."BLOOD RUSH "Firstly, wow! I literally cannot express how much I love this series! I read the first book in the series, Bleeding Hearts, and could not wait for Blood Rush. It starts right where the first book ended, with Sophie recovering emotionally and physically from "The Crap That Almost Killed Her"."WOLF'S BANE"I was anxious to see how this story would end though...mostly because I was torn between which ending I wanted for Sophie.""I can honestly say this is my favorite book so far in this series. While I have enjoyed reading about Marek and Sofie and then later Rode, I really liked the addition of Dierk."Tales of the Demimonde is a collection of short works based on the urban fantasy trilogy, The Books of The Demimonde. Follow the saga of Sophie Galen, who is saving the world, one damned person at a time. The advice columnist-turned-oracle must save her Demivampire lover from the fate that threatens each of his race: evolution and the destruction of his soul. Learn more about the Demimonde when you read BLEEDING HEARTS, BLOOD RUSH, and WOLF’S BANE. Views: 362
