Batter up! Ballpark Mysteries combine baseball action with exciting whodunits for early chapter book readers! Mike and Kate can't wait to watch their rookie hero Dusty Martin in action. But something is throwing the Blue Jays' star off his game. Then, when no one else is looking, Mike sees mysterious ghost lights flying across the field. Is the ballpark haunted? And could Dusty have seen the lights, too? Ballpark Mysteries are the all-star matchup of fun sleuthing and baseball action, perfect for readers of Ron Roy's A to Z Mysteries and Matt Christopher's sports books, and younger siblings of Mike Lupica fans. Each Ballpark Mystery also features "Dugout Notes," with more amazing baseball facts. Views: 34
It is Christmas Eve, and 55-year-old Professor Pål Andersen is alone, drinking coffee and cognac in his living room. Lost in thought, he looks out of the window and sees a man strangle a woman in the apartment across the street. Professor Andersen fails to report the crime. The days pass, and he becomes paralysed by indecision. Desperate for respite, the professor sets off to a local sushi bar, only to find himself face to face with the murderer.Professor Andersen's Night is an unsettling yet highly entertaining novel of apathy, rebellion and morality. In flinty prose, Solstad presents an uncomfortable question: would we, like his cerebral protagonist, do nothing? Views: 34
While tangling with radicals, Brock stumbles on a colleague's corpseBrock Callahan, ex-private investigator, is still not used to wealth and retirement. In fact he is struggling through a game of golf when the clubhouse calls with the curious news that his wife is in jail, pulled in at an anti-nuclear protest. Callahan hires Joe Puma, private detective and onetime peer, to post bail for the budding radical. A few days later, Puma is dead, and Brock begins to wonder where the student movement's shadowy roots lie.The agitators want to stop the proposed Mirage Point reactor, which sits at the intersection of mob money, corrupt utilities, and the violent rage of the radical fringe. And as Callahan knows all too well, California doesn't run on nuclear energy; the state is powered by the dirtiest fuel there is—old-fashioned, murderous greed.[Reviews]"[Gault] writes with passion, beauty, and with an ineffable sadness which has previously been found only in Raymond... Views: 34
Brothers And Best Friends: Chapter OneJanine Bradley sat with her head pressed against the window of the bus, wondering if she was insane.Chapter TwoJanine finally stopped crying after a few minutes, but stayed in his arms, enjoying the comfort and warmth of his embrace.Chapter ThreeJess woke up the next morning with Janine cuddled up beside him, one arm draped over his chest, her face buried in the crook of his neck.Chapter FourThe next morning, Janine woke up before Jess. Since she had remembered Jess muttering about having to pack his lunch, she decided to surprise him by packing it for him. Then she made eggs, biscuits, and a fresh pot of coffee.Chapter FiveJanine gasped and nearly hopped out of bed, not caring that she was only wearing Jess's Metallica shirt. "John!" she shrieked.Chapter SixWhen Jess went off to work, Janine hauled her brother out to show him the city. John continued to torment her all day, and she continued to ignore him, pointing out some shop or restaurant or statue. She told him how exciting it was, grinning and gesturing to emphasize her happiness. Then she told him about babysitting for Jess's friend and John took the moment as an excuse to lightly tickle her belly and tell her Jess was going to be having his own baby to watch soon enough. Her heart flipped again, and she wondered if it would ever stop doing that. Surely she would get used to hearing it.Chapter SevenWednesday, Janine's mother caught up to her.Chapter EightIt was the middle of September when Janine finally got a message from Jess.Chapter NineJohn had tried to talk to Janine again, but it was as she was getting ready to leave for work, so she just told him good-bye and left.Chapter Ten"Janie, I was thinking, why don't I stay here an extra day," John suggested. "I mean, none of my classes are so important that they can't be missed, and—"Chapter ElevenIt was different.Chapter TwelveOnce they were finally home in New York, Janine was content to spend the latter part of the evening in Jess's arms.Chapter ThirteenOn Sunday, Janine finally got a phone call about a job—as a server at a retirement home. It was all evening work, so she would be gone when Jess was home.Chapter FourteenThe next day, Janine couldn't seem to get up the nerve to say anything about her problems with Jess. She didn't know what to say. There was really nothing specifically wrong that she could think of, it was more of a general feeling.Chapter FifteenJanine waited until she knew John was out of classes before she texted him on Monday.Chapter SixteenPlanning the wedding was enough to keep Janine completely occupied. With all the work and careful planning a very small wedding was taking, she couldn't imagine planning a large wedding.Chapter SeventeenBefore she knew it, John arrived in the city.Chapter EighteenThe next day was a long one.Chapter NineteenAlthough Janine's life seemed to be balancing precariously on a tightrope, she decided to be optimistic and throw herself into the wedding.Chapter Twenty"I can't believe you're getting married," Karen said with a big grin as she zipped up Janine's dress and smiled at her in the mirror. "Are you nervous?"Other BooksWhen eighteen-year-old Carmondy Hamilton moves across the country and starts a new school midway through her senior year, she immediately finds herself drawn to Beck Nicholson. They share a love for basketball, and he is tall, brooding and gorgeous. Soon, he is showing her new moves, both on and off the court, but he lets her know in no uncertain terms that he wants to keep it casual. However, soon their physical relationship heats up, they venture into the world of light domination, and a fragile trust grows between them. Author's NoteWord-of-mouth is crucial for any author to succeed. If you enjoyed the book, please leave a review even if it is only a line or two; it would make all the difference and would be very much appreciatedNewsletterBe the first to find out about new releases by signing up for email alerts. Your email address will never be given away and you can unsubscribe at any time. Views: 34
Ex-bookie Tom Spears, framed for the murder of his wife, breaks out of prison and heads for Mexico and freedom. En route, he learns that the lawyer (and friend) who defended him has been murdered. He also discovers that his beloved wife had been unfaithful, that his lawyer friend had been one of her lovers, and that his defense had been deliberately botched. Resolving to unravel the mystery, Spears becomes entangled with his former associates and finds himself caught up in the crossfire between rival gambling syndicates. Views: 34
New York Times bestselling author and former NFL defensive end Tim Green encourages readers to fight for their dreams in this heartfelt story about a young football star grappling with the stress of living up to his father's name. Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica!Danny Owens is dedicating his seventh-grade season to his Super Bowl champion father, who recently passed away. Danny promises everyone that, just like his dad, he'll dominate the big game at the end of the season and earn a spot on the high school varsity team.Then his English teacher catches him cheating on a test. Even though Danny can retake it, he knows there's no point. He can't read. And if Danny can't pass this class, he won't be eligible to play in the championship game that could unlock his future.While his resentment rises against the only person willing to help him win off the field, the pressure to succeed begins to weigh heavily on Danny's shoulders. Danny is being... Views: 34
A STANDALONE BAD BOY SPORTS ROMANCE!Why is it impossible for Stephanie to get Brock out of her mind? Stephanie Wallace had a successful practice and she doesn’t need the constant headache of Brock Lewis messing up a good thing. She knows that her father is counting on her. He’s the coach of a college football team. All the hopes and dreams are riding on Brock’s shoulders. Brock has never had any problems getting a woman in the past. He tries to deny himself the feeling that he gets around Stephanie, but it becomes like an everlasting obsession. He knows that eventually his passions are going to get the best of him. His only hope is that Stephanie will be able to pull back before it’s too late. Brock has never been a very good patient, but maybe Stephanie’s bedside manner can prove to him once and for all that doctors don’t have to be all business. They know that they are risking everything by being together, but how are they supposed to deny their feelings? What happens when a house call turns into something more? Can they hide their obvious attraction and keep her father from finding out about their relationship and the secret that they hold together? WARNING: This ebook contains mature themes and language. Intended for 18+ readers only. ** Views: 33
A promising attorney and political candidate, Raymond White was on the fast track when his life was suddenly derailed. Unexpectedly framed and convicted of murder, he is sentenced to solitary confinement in a maximum-security prison. Alone with his inner rage, Raymond methodically plots his revenge against those who schemed to ruin his career and take away his life. Now, after spending 18 years behind bars, Raymond makes his escape – and is ready to finally put his plan into action. Views: 33
Brock is on the run again in New York Times bestselling author Tim Green's companion book to New Kid. Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica or Dan Gutman's Baseball Card Adventure series.With his strong left arm, Brock knows he can be a great quarterback, and with the help of his new friend, Mak, he has a plan to make the first team. But the coaches have plans of their own, especially for the kids from the wrong side of the tracks, which is exactly where Brock now lives.As Brock is trying to fit in, his father's past is catching up to him—and one chance meeting causes everything to come crashing down. Will Brock finally be able to navigate his new life, or will his past force him back on the run? Views: 33
