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It was on the night of March 16, 2016, that Kenny Harmon became America's favorite grandfather-Sad Papaw. Many bittersweet events arose from his infamous bad burger moment when his granddaughter, Kelsey, posted her popular meme on Twitter. Thousands of people reached out to Kenny Harmon to claim him as their new grandfather. They traveled from nearby states just to have a burger with him. It did not stop there either. People everywhere took the time to think about their grandfather and wondered if they had spent enough time together. Not only did Kenny receive surprise visits from his "new grandchildren," but grandfathers across the country were overwhelmed with their own surprise visits from their grandchildren. People wanted to pull their grandfather a little closer to show them how much they were loved and to have a burger moment together. Through Kenny Harmon's series of books, we would now get to know the true heart of the man behind the image.

When Marek Dabrowski, a disillusioned pianist, stumbles into Madame Rosivda's divination shop, he isn't looking to have his fortune told, just an escape from the rain. Still, he takes her up on a free tarot reading. Out of curiosity, he returns for another reading and then another. Before long, he starts to see a direct correlation between the cards and his life. Judgment is a street-corner trumpet player named Abaddon. Death is a waitress from a local jazz club named Nyx. At the same club, he hears and immediately falls for Olive, a singer with secrets of her own. Soon Marek starts to hear the music in a new and exciting way, with just a hint of magick to guide him.

Mere weeks after leaving the convent, Rae-Anna and Thomas face their next challenge in the village of Aurden-on the surface, a pleasant community of people looking forward to their mayor's upcoming wedding. On the first night in town, however, Rae-Anna is threatened by five men, faces ghostly-white, bearing a strange symbol of a swirling star. Soon separated from both Mahmoud and Thomas, she finds temporary refuge and employment with the seamstress Tabitha. But when she sees the strange symbol in Tabitha's shop as well, it seems she will have to face this new evil entirely alone. Even the Sacred Fire is strangely silent as Rae-Anna works frantically to unravel the mystery, reunite with Thomas, and learn who in this strange village can be trusted. Don't miss the thrilling continuation of Rae-Anna's supernatural journey in A Vine to Prune!

wersja ze zdjęciami w kolorze; dostępna również wersja czarno-biala 'Sekrety Kalifornijskich Pustyń' to zbiór ciekawych, barwnych i wciągających historii związanych z miejscem, które nazywamy Starym Zachodem. Są tu legendy Indian, historie pustynnych miast, miejsc, ludzi. Czy wiesz, dlaczego Dolina Śmierci nazywana jest Doliną Śmierci? Kim byla Królowa Doliny Śmierci i czy jest w tym miejscu podziemne miasto? Czym jest Góra Zbawienia? Jak powstalo morze Salton? Kto mieszka na pustyni i czemu pustynne drzewo nazywane jest drzewem Jozuego? Kim byli rdzenni mieszkańcy kalifornijskich pustyń i co wydarzylo się podczas kalifornijskiej gorączki zlota? To tylko kilka z wielu zawartych w tej książce, interesujących pustynnych opowieści Katarzyny o tym, jak zdobywano Dziki Zachód.

Are we human, or are we the monsters? Shaped by the same virus that has consumed their world, the Zeta soldiers are as feared and rejected as their enemy. Their existence is solitary, plagued by an unending war with a mindless enemy that feeds on the flesh of those they are sworn to protect. It is a carnal and deadly existence, filled with marauders, zealots, and the mindless, cannibalistic Zee. Sergeant Major Omega and her elite team of highly volatile soldiers must rely on each other's unique abilities to be victorious and to survive. Only by doing so can they hope to reclaim humankind from the threshold of oblivion. They are the pinnacle of humanity's achievement and the brink of its failure. How far will they go before death erases the thin line that separates them from the monsters? Fight until the mission is done. No relief. No surrender. They are the Zeta soldiers, and she is Omega.

After narrowly escaping their brief touch with death at Briarhole, Isolde Cotheran, the Hood of Arnoria, and her cadre, set their sights on retrieving what was stolen. With those she loves bound in chains destined for the mines of Elenarta, Isolde is left with only one path forward. Retribution. When a royal summons is sent to Thornwood, demanding their attendance at the Tournament of the Guard, Isolde has her way in. An open door into the capital, into Elenarta. Once deemed the crowning jewel of Arnoria, the capital is now ruled with a fist of steel and ice. Erebus Tenebriath, the murderous king who sits on a stolen throne, gives Isolde an ultimatum she can't escape. One that leaves them all not only at the mercy of Erebus, but also his Right Hand, Gage. Dwelling in the ornate halls of a palace beneath the Oronilma Mountains, Isolde, Malaki, Blyana, and Cillian will face trials, heartbreaks, and nightmares they never dreamed possible. One decision, made out of love, will lead them all down a path of no return. A path lined with secrets, power, and betrayal. Alliances will be tested, ghosts will return from the ashy grave, and sides will be chosen. And as the veil of the past is lifted, Isolde will be faced with a fate she can no longer run from. A truth she must face head on...or burn in its light.

Marius didn't think he'd find love once, much less twice. He especially didn't expect to fall for the same woman both times. He already has enough on his plate as the ruler of his kingdom, but when he meets a mysterious stranger at a masquerade ball, he can't help but try to find her. This pursuit leads him to Sibella, a hard-working seamstress determined to escape her abusive step-father and take her proper place in society. She knows that attending the masquerade ball is her last chance at freedom, and she is surprised to find herself drawn to a charming gentleman-Marius. Having met under disguise at the ball, when Sibella and Marius find each other, they have no idea they've met before. But as a growing threat looms over the kingdom, Sibella and Marius are unexpectedly thrown into danger. Together they begin to uncover a web of secrets that could intertwine their fates-and their hearts.While each book in the Crown Quintet ties in to the others, they each tell an independent story and can be read as standalones.

He is my predator, and I am his prey. Tonight, he is starving for a taste of what's his.It was Halloween, my favorite time of the year. I had my dream job as a tattoo artist, a loyal best friend, and an ex who happily tended to my needs without complicating our arrangement with feelings. Everything was going great until Devil's Night when the masked man watched me from the shadows like a predator stalking his next meal, and that's what I was: his prey. Like any natural-born predator, he was bloodthirsty, staking his claim to me before I could see the face behind his mask. He wasn't afraid to kill for a bite of what he craved, even if it meant shedding the blood of those closest to me. Once he had a taste, he hungered for more, and the more he needed it, the more I wanted to give it to him.Tropes Include: Touch her and die, knife play, stalking, possessive MMC, Halloween, small town, CNC, masked MMC, praise, she's mineTrigger Warning Include: YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS. READ THIS SECTION IN ITS ENTIRETY.This book contains(but not limited to) content depicting violence, gore, explicit language, knife play, dubious consent, sexual assault, restriction, stalking, mutilation and death of a side character, praise, gagging, excessive force, choking, and explicit sex scenes.This book is not intended for readers under the age of 18. Read with caution. Your mental health matters.The book you are about to read is DARK and not recommended for all readers. Read through the trigger warnings once more, then decide if you should continue on with this book. The content within this book is heavy. You've been warned.

What happens when the miracle God gives you threatens to destroy your marriage?Laurie Crane is happily married. And she is usually able to overlook her husband's moments of quiet sadness. If only God would give them a child...Pierce wants a child as badly as Laurie and has spent years praying alongside her. But he has no idea that as "yes" from God will unearth long-buried memories and bring their marriage to the brink of catastrophe.In The Barn Church Series first novel, THE SPINDLE CHAIR, Shellie Arnold explores what happens when "happily ever after" becomes more than one couple can handle."In The Spindle Chair, debut author Shellie Arnold skillfully weaves together a story of longing and loss, fear and faith. At once beautiful and haunting, this is a book you won't soon forget." -- Ann Tatlock, Award-winning author of Once Beyond a Time

The book of Chronicles is a deeply spiritual book. There are many practical lessons to be learned by studying the lives of Israel's kings. Theologically rich topics, such as prayer, seeking God's face, humbling oneself, asking God for help, generosity, listening to wise counsel, and singing joyfully to the Lord, will be explored in this eight-week Bible study. Chronicles exhorts us to lift our eyes beyond our circumstances so that we may gain a fresh vision of God's glorious and everlasting kingdom. Worship of God in the Jerusalem Temple lies at the center of the covenant community, and it is central to our lives. These beloved stories in Chronicles will challenge us to cultivate godly habits in our lives, both individually and corporately, so that we might live up to our calling to be a worshiping and witnessing people among the nations.

Prepare for an emotionally gripping narrative of sacrifice, love, and the quest for truth. "Sacred Duty" promises an unforgettable journey through the tumultuous backdrop of WWII and the complexities of human choices.

She was a goddess of light, and he was the god of death.Ru Delara, archaeologist, has finally proven that magic exists. Fen Verrill has vanished in the wake of his dark revelation, leaving Ru with a shattered heart. The cruelly handsome Lord D'Luc now holds Ru and her volatile artifact captive.Meanwhile, conspiracy brews in the city of Mirith, its court overtaken and infatuated with the worship of a vengeful god. Ru and Fen are drawn inevitably to the heart of it. But everything in the palace is not as it seems, and Ru soon finds herself at a terrible crossroads: the future of the entire kingdom is hers to decide.Ancient gods, subtle magic, and smoldering romance form a tangled web in this tantalizing and addictive conclusion to Ru Delara's story.

Glass Cabin chronicles the thirteen years Tina Mozelle Braziel and James Braziel spent building their home out of secondhand tin, tornado-snapped power poles, and church glass on Hydrangea Ridge. Their alternating voices support one another like parts of their cabin-every board needs its nail, every window needs its frame. These poems explore the work it takes to measure cuts for stairs, to haul one ton of water up the mountain, and to write. It is also a meditation on hope, on frustration, and their place in the wilder parts of the world.

Two sea nymphs. One tide. Can they calm the violent storms at sea created by their ancestors?Amphitrite set out to restore the fertility of the sea over three thousand years ago. With the fae queen in her possession, she's determined to slay a fae king and save her friend from a curse born of fae blood. Finding the ancient king who guards the sacred mountain is easier said than done. She must flirt her way through the frozen world of ancient Scotland alongside Damien's giant huntsman ancestor.Selia is taking her first steps into the unknown world of motherhood. With a new fiancé and a baby on the way, she's quickly getting lost in her cozy new life among Damien's Scottish family. She's haunted by the spirit of a selkie who claims she stole something from her ancestors. To understand her new salt trancing abilities, she must learn everything she can about an ancient bond she failed to form with a storm dragon.With the arrival of the winter solstice, Amphitrite's window of opportunity opens to work her magic on Damien's ancestors. While she sets out to navigate the frozen terrain of Winter Forest to track down the fae king, Selia discovers that not even her memories are safe from the wickedly seductive salt venom.Friends become foes as Amphitrite and Selia fight to turn the tides in their favor. Will the ancestors side with the two sea nymphs? Or will the tides turn against them both?

All Kinds of Hugs is a book about how Ami and Ama the Llama give hugs to all their llama friends, spreading a culture of care, compassion and kindness. It talks about all the different ways there are to give hugs.

A thrilling fantasy romance featuring reincarnation, fated mates, LGBTQ+ and plus size representation. The Weaver-blessed and the Warrior. A love so intense, it spans lifetimes. A demon, a dagger, and a deadly betrayal. Derica drifts through a satisfactory, if stagnant, existence in the small farming town of Arlan after her mother's passing-until a night of fire and revelation prompts her to venture into the larger world. Danger, intrigue, and temptation wait for her.Beings suffering a mysterious soul affliction haunt Derica's journey. Justus, a gruff, enigmatic mercenary commander, draws her like a flame but he struggles against their attraction. Secrets swirl around the pair as their past and present tangle. He struggles to forgive and forget what lays behind him. Strange illness and shadowy figures keep thrusting them together. They dance on the edge of a dagger-one misstep from falling.As their pasts are exposed, and danger circles, their hearts are revealed. Fate has far more in store for Derica and the commander than she realizes, and the truth of their relationship could change their world forever.

"The Power of Mentorship" is a call to action where readers will find inspiration, guidance, and a renewed belief in their potential to succeed. In the pages of this compelling work, James D. Ferguson opens up about the pivotal role mentors played in shaping his trajectory. He explores the lessons learned, the wisdom gained, and the doors opened by those who believed in him. The book serves as a roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs, providing practical advice on building a successful career and business. Ferguson's story is not only a source of motivation but a blueprint for leveraging mentorship to overcome challenges and create opportunities, particularly for young Black men seeking to navigate the complexities of the business world. James' success in the real estate, jewelry, and fashion industry is a living testament to the transformative power of mentorship.

When a man sworn to save lives is transformed into a murderous monster, will he be able to stop himself from destroying everything he loves?

Discover who emerges victorious in this side-splitting zany quest for control of the VIP Fruits community.

Join Sj, Nia, and Sam in a heartfelt conversation about the true meaning of Easter/Resurrection Sunday. In this engaging dialogue, the siblings discuss the holiday's significance, sharing their perspectives and reflecting on Jesus Christ as the Savior. Through their insightful discussion, readers are invited to explore the deeper spiritual dimensions of Easter, discovering the timeless truths that bind family, faith, and the celebration of the Resurrection. A thoughtful exploration of the Easter narrative unfolds, offering readers a meaningful and inspiring journey into the core beliefs that unite Christians worldwide.

The Catholic Church is in Crisis...Pedophilia scandalsLawsuits leading to bankruptcy of diocesesMoney scandals--lavish lifestyles of various leaders, Vatican Bank accused of money laundering and fraudA "reformer" Pope versus the traditionalistsAnd more...Massimo Faggioli, a Villanova University professor, said the crisis facing the Catholic Church poses the biggest threat to the church in 500 years. --National Catholic ReporterThe crisis in the church might have led you to a personal crisis of faith. Gallup found that more than a third of American Catholics have questioned whether to remain in the church. --CNNLeave or stay. Those are the choices. Regardless of your decision, you can have hope in the restoration of the faith practiced by the earliest followers of Jesus.Thinking of Leaving examines the three underlying causes of crises embroiling the Catholic Church today from a historical perspective. And provides direction for moving forward in our faith through seven disciplines Christians have practiced since the Day of Pentecost.

In a place where trees keep secrets, evil takes root.Deep in the South Carolina Lowcountry's dense pine forests, trouble lurks in the Stilton Pine lumber mill. Corey Matthews has discovered a mangled body at his workstation and fears the worst when his best friend, Donnie, is missing. Has the mill's clandestine meth ring he depends on been busted as well?Stilton Pine sizzles with rage, jealousy, fear, and addiction as the normally peaceful town of St. Michael descends into chaos amidst the unleashed turmoil. Who is responsible for the death of one of their leading citizens? Who can be trusted, and who is being framed? It's a race against time as a cross-team of law enforcement pool their resources in a desperate search for the source of the drugs and the perpetrators behind the brutal murder.

Do you secretly admire kids who talk back, who break the rules and defy their elders? Meet Bobby, age 11. He rules a castle and all the lands around it. No one tells him what to do. He refuses to go to school, eat spinach, or even take a bath. One thing eludes Bobby. He can't order people to like him. One day a wandering minstrel comes to town - Fahd, from faraway North Africa. He sings for small change and cures minor ailments. He has no possessions, but he quickly acquires a hundred fans and friends. What's his secret?Bobby vows to find out. He hits the road, destination unknown, as Fahd's assistant. Travelers, as they walk along, tell about their lives, and Bobby starts to feel a new sympathy for his fellow humans. He and Fahd then quit the music business and launch a grand risky scheme to make the world a better place.

"This seemed like a cut-and-dried case of suicide to Detective Sergeant Kathleen Doyle; the decedent--a wealthy theatre patron--must have decided that life without her famous husband was too hard to bear, and so she'd ended it. Indeed, nothing about the tranquil scene would indicate foul play, save for the housekeeper's insistence that something was amiss. The girl was certain that her mistress would never take her own life, and equally certain that she would never hold a peacock feather while doing so. After all, everyone in the theatre trade knew that peacock feathers were bad luck..."--Provided by publisher.

So the annals of history recorded: "A great scourge befell on humanity, stunning it into silence, freezing its random motions, emptying its busy thoroughfares, its bazaars, its temples, sucking our vital life from its souls." Playgrounds where children once frolicked in mirth now resemble Roman ruins. Megalopolises where people recently bustled with people now lay bare. Eyes that ought to have joy became ridden with anxiety. Man got cut off from Man, nay, even became the enemy of Man, besotted with a germ that poisoned the air that we inhaled. Every breath became deliberate, laborious, and laden with caution, for it could be one of the last. The "spirit" in "respiration" barely blew life into soulless bodies. Human touch became a rarity, vigorous handshakes, bear hugs, back pats, a thing of the past. Devoid of life-enabling touch, social man-animals roamed like solitary cats. Was it the will of gods, or just a curse brought upon Man by Man? This is the dilemma that confronts us-weakening human resolve, punishing our feeble minds with self-doubt. "Such was the 20th year of the 21st century."Until hope sprang from the graveyard in the form of a golden dandelion, defiant n its will to flower through the cracks in the concrete slab. Its bloodied but radiant head spread joy through its seeds. Led by brave men in scrubs, who knew the tactics of the unseen enemy and united the isolated stock of citizens into the battlefield of life, saving humanity from this scourge. We owe everything to the medical scientists, the emergency room physicians, our primary caregivers, the nurses, the paramedics, for keeping its lethality to the minimum. For giving us hope. These lyrical COVID odes by Ashkum Ashwick, to the medical community, is a timely tribute. Our gratitude to them is immeasurable; only such noble words of praise can attempt to be our repayment. As writers, poets, authors, and scribes, words are all that we can offer, even as we know that our words will fall short in our homage to these brave souls that lead us from the front. To them, we owe our lives in this blight. To them, our debt is lifelong. To them, we say, "Thank you, thank you!"Jay Sokhi (Riverside, California)

The sea has always called to Cari. Like a lullaby that only she can hear, she has been drawn to the water's edge for as long as she can remember. Yet fear holds her back from stepping into the sea, until she decides she needs answers that she suspects only the sea can provide.When her memories return, Cari finds herself in the midst of a far more complicated world than she ever imagined. Her family, the royalty of the kingdom of Piscea, are being held prisoner by the Mad King Varan - a power-hungry merman bent on conquering the five merfolk kingdoms.Upon her return to the sea, Cari experiences dreams of the Sea Witch, a terrifying creature who pronounces that she cannot possibly stop King Varan from taking over the kingdoms. Can she and her new allies pull off their daring rescue mission? And if they do, what consequences will the Mad King reign down upon them?

WHISPERS IN THE WHITE A TALE OF MYSTERY AND REDEMPTION. Evelyn Hartley had always found a peculiar comfort in the unknown, a thrill in unraveling mysteries that lay hidden beneath the surface of ordinary life. But as she drove her old, rickety car along the snow-covered road leading to the secluded town, her heart raced with excitement and apprehension. The sky was a dull, leaden grey, heavy with unshed snow. Bare trees stood like silent sentinels, their branches devoid of life, creating eerie silhouettes against the monochrome landscape. The further Evelyn drove, the more desolate the surroundings became. Civilization seemed to have retreated, leaving behind a world engulfed in an endless expanse of white. Her car's heater struggled against the biting cold, a futile battle against the chill that seemed to seep into her bones. Every breath she took materialized into a cloud of vapor, a ghostly presence in the quiet confines of her vehicle.As she neared the town, a sense of isolation settled over her. The town appeared like a mirage through the snowy haze, a cluster of buildings huddled together as if seeking warmth from each other. The streets were nearly empty, save for a few locals who hurried along, their heads bowed against the wind, faces hidden beneath scarves and hats. Their quick, almost fearful glances toward her car added to the town's unwelcoming atmosphere.Evelyn pulled up outside a small inn, its sign creaking eerily as it swung in the wind. The building looked like it had seen better days, its paint peeling and windows dim with the grime of many winters. As she stepped out of the car, the cold hit her like a physical blow, making her gasp. The snow crunched under her boots, the sound unnaturally loud in the silent town. Dragging her suitcase behind her, she made her way to the inn's entrance. Her fingers, numb from the cold, fumbled with the door, which opened with a groan, announcing her arrival to the few patrons inside. The warmth of the inn was a welcome relief, but the curious, almost suspicious looks she received from the inhabitants did little to ease the knot of unease in her stomach. The innkeeper, a grizzled old man with deep-set eyes, gave her a nod that was neither friendly nor hostile. "You're the journalist, aren't you?" he asked, his voice gruff. "Heard you might be coming. The town's not had much interest from outsiders in a long while."Evelyn forced a smile, trying to shake off the chill that had nothing to do with the weather outside. "Yes, that's me. Evelyn Hartley. I'm here to do a piece on small-town life. The more... isolated, the better." The innkeeper eyed her for a moment longer before handing her a key. "Well, you've certainly come to the right place for isolation. The room's upstairs, first on the left. We don't get many visitors this time of year, so it's quiet."As Evelyn made her way up the creaking staircase, she couldn't shake the feeling of being watched. She reminded herself this was what she wanted - a place shrouded in mystery, a town with stories waiting to be uncovered. Yet, the heavy silence of the inn, the almost palpable sense of secrets held close, made her heart beat faster. Her room was small and sparsely furnished, with an old-fashioned radiator clanking in the corner, struggling against the cold that seemed to seep through the walls. She peered out of the frosty window at the town. The grey sky was beginning to darken, the approaching night adding another layer of mystery to the place. Evelyn unpacked her things, her mind racing with questions. What secrets did this isolated town hold? Why did the locals look at her with such hidden fear and suspicion.