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“I was 21 and wanted to go ‘somewhere’ for ‘some time’ and, well, for ‘something’!”Driven by a desire to break free from his mediocre, middle-class existence and escape the Belfast (IRA) “Troubles” of the 70’s, Chris Donaldson strikes out on his café racing Moto Guzzi on a cross-country road trip of self-discovery.But when the Iranian revolution stops the planned motorcycle trip to Australia, he switches gears and begins a 33-country, 50,000-mile odyssey across Europe, Asia, and the Americas including 10,000 miles on an ocean-going racing yacht.As Chris leaves the “Belfast Troubles” behind, he creates his own trouble. Along the way, there are formidable roadblocks:...

"Legacy Planning: A Paralegal's Guidebook to Estate and Probate Law" is an essential resource for paralegals navigating the complex world of estate planning and probate law. This comprehensive guide offers a unique blend of practical knowledge and real-world applications, making it an invaluable tool for both novice and experienced legal professionals.

In a world where metal bends to their will, Anna and Sara find themselves bound by an extraordinary power they never asked for. As they come face to face, a cryptic dream haunts their every move – a crimson mask with a mysterious symbol relentlessly pursues them, threatening to unravel their very existence.Little do they know, their meeting is no mere coincidence. Hunted by a ruthless Government hell bent on eradicating their kind and a powerful corporation hungry to exploit their abilities, Anna and Sara are thrust into a heart-racing race against time. But as they delve deeper into the shadows, they uncover a sinister truth that challenges everything they thought they knew.In this riveti...

Inspired by actual events, Target Switzerland is a gripping historical novel set in the cauldron of the 1930s as Europe plunges toward war.  Fast paced and richly atmospheric, the story draws on little known facts to create a taut and absorbing novel of intrigue, deception and high stakes political drama.  Well over 600 4.5+ Amazon reviews which describe the book as a "great read" and "BOY, can this guy write!!"  "I feel compelled to pen a few lines to state my satisfaction at the near seamless integration of historic accuracy and quality fiction."    "William Walker has become the new master of the interwar novel, capturing the intensity and drama pf the unfolding s...

"Raising Nathan Against All Odds: Discovering the Blessings, Joy, and Purpose in Raising a Child with Disabilities" invites readers into a deeply personal and transformative journey. Christine E. Staple Ebanks shares the unique challenges and triumphs of raising her son Nathan, offering an inspiring whole family perspective on faith, resilience, the power of unwavering determination, and unconditional love.What makes this book truly exceptional is its unfiltered portrayal of how disability impacts the entire family. Christine, her husband, Nathan, and his siblings open up about their personal experiences, offering a perspective that is rarely explored in literature on parenting a child with ...

"Kleptomaniac: Who's Really Robbing God Anyway" authored by Dr. Frank Chase Jr is a meticulously researched, insightful and thought-provoking book that challenges long-standing beliefs and practices surrounding the act of monetary tithing and giving and raises critical questions about the nature of financial contributions within the context of faith and the historical roots of monetary tithing.For centuries, religious institutions have taught their followers about the importance of tithes and offerings as a means of honoring and serving a higher power. The faithful have dutifully contributed a portion of their earnings, often ten percent, to support their places of worship, the clergy, and v...

Jamie Ryder is a highly-trained officer in the British army with abeautiful girlfriend and a bright future. But within a few days he hasquit his regiment, and his girlfriend has left him.Lost and alone, Jamie considers opportunities offered by securitycontacts in London. A chance meeting sees him headingimpulsively to the Scilly Isles to try and rebuild his life.While there he meets Brendan, a personable Irishman who’sdesperate for help to deliver a yacht to a port in northern Spain. Yetthis isn’t any normal cruise, but a gun-running operation betweenthe IRA and Basque Separatists.Jamie finds himself at the centre of a deadly game of cat and mouse,and a terrifying plot only he ...

Short Description - What happens when a dog wants to eat people's food so much that he wishes he was human and his wish comes true? Being a boy who acts like a dog leads to a lot of trouble.Long Description - Chapter 1 (Meet Grady) introduces Grady and his family. He has a mom, a dad, and twin sisters. Although Grady has a pretty good life, he constantly yearns for his family's food. Unfortunately, he doesn't get any.Chapter 2 (Watch Your Food) describes the times Grady tried to steal his family's food. Sometimes he was successful. Sometimes he was not.Chapter 3 (Changes), Grady's biggest hope seems to come true when he wakes up one day and finds out he has become a boy. However, Grady soon ...

A mixture of fact and fiction about the author’s dog, Belle. Belle is happy at first. She has many adventures and mishaps. Eventually, her family becomes too busy for her, so she learns to play by herself. This makes her incredibly sad. One day she ventures out through an open gate, running towards a group of playing children. One of the children, the curly-haired boy, removes Belle's ID tags and takes her home. Now, if only he had a new bicycle, his life would be perfect. The boy sees “Lost Dog” posters offering $500 for Belle’s return. With that money, he can buy a bicycle. The boy is torn between having a dog and having a new bike. However, his birthday is coming up soon...

Three childhood friends, George, Abraham, and Theodore, formed an unbreakable bond and embarked on a life-altering journey that would shape their futures forever. George, who had the fortune of inheriting his father's business, unfortunately failed in his endeavors and eventually took his own life. Abraham, driven by ambition, became a renowned lawyer but found himself trapped in a loveless marriage and unfulfilling career. Theodore, on the other hand, embraced his artistic spirit and achieved global fame as a celebrated painter.As years passed, their paths diverged. Circumstances beyond Theodore's control compelled him to assume a new identity after narrowly escaping execution during wartim...

Spurred on by the unexpected loss of his wife, the military officer Baltus Blackpool plans to enact his revenge by dismantling the decadent ruling council of Vorclaw by building his own cult—The Black Masks! Meanwhile, his son Dru bonds with others and delves into a less respectable career path that his father is forced to embrace. Magnus Foehammer, the infallible right hand of Baltus, rears an orphaned elf he names Leif. The elf, raised as a human alongside his adopted brother Bjorn, has no memory of his past but has an uncanny propensity towards good. Leif and Bjorn bond with Dru Blackpool and all three follow their own fathers’ footsteps into the army. However, they get caug...

Cara travels through a labyrinth of heartbreak, a web of deceit, and the road to survival and hope throughout her four different relationships. These four men have touched her life, changed her, and taught her how to be a survivor. Follow along as Cara channels resilience, faith, and pure strength to get beyond the infidelity and distrust to love herself again.

It's 1897, and an abandoned wife and mother with a rebellious teenage daughter faces a dilemma: how to earn enough cash for food and upkeep, and maintain respectability? The gossips would have it that her laundry business is a sham. She's too friendly with her customers at the local bordello and the men at the logging camp. When she takes in a border, a doctor who arrives without his bride, then tongues really start to wag. There is a second chance for love, but it's fraught with obstacles and heartache.

Life is filled with trials, which often bring deep hurt to our lives. But no matter how deep the hurt or long the trial, God's Word gives us guidelines that, when followed, can move us through the hurt and to healing. With his knack for storytelling, Wiles takes us through 52 periods of hurts, most from his own personal experience, and moves us to ways we can discover healing. At the end of each devotion are questions for reflection and a journaling section. These can be read in 52 days or enjoyed weekly for a year's worth of healing. So, if life has you down--or when it gets you down--take a journey to your healing where hope will once again rise like an imposing mountain peak.

The first book in a series of six stand alone stories describing “The Amazing Adventures of Jimmy Crikey”, which gained great reviews on Amazon and multiple accolades for literary EXCELLENCE.“A brilliant fantasy story for children. A fast-moving fantasy following the ...adventures of Jimmy Crikey…with friendship and teamwork at its core...the story is well-written, the descriptions of the worlds and the characters are wonderfully clear and detailed. Jimmy visits many different worlds and has many adventures… would work well as bedtime reading or a book for children to enjoy.”The latest reviewer says, “Magical and Engaging! This book takes readers on an extraordinary journey, wh...

“Trial and Redemption is the second book of the Janus Key Series by Thomas Reilly. This riveting story introduces us to a series of captivating and mysterious events blending the mundane with the fantastical.It all begins with a strange object that appears suddenly and unexpectedly in the characters' lives: the Janus key. Sculpted in it is a two-faced image representing Janus, the Roman god of time, with one face staring into the past and the other staring into the future. This puzzling keyring seems to appear out of nowhere when it is most needed, and its use opens a door into a world of magic where past, present and future blend to allow the main characters to create new, more uplif...

Gummy Worms for Fishing is a short book for early readers with an age-appropriate EARTH SCIENCE focus. Mac and Roni are fraternal twins and they are excited to have learned the fundamentals of reading. Now they read to learn about everything, especially in their Award Winning Story Monster Gummy Worms for Fishing freshman release. So come along with Mac, Roni, and Grandpa Willie and find out if gummy worms are for fishing. 

WORLDVIEW OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH,  STANDING FOR GOD'S TRUTH Confused about what a Christian should believe? Want to know the difference between a real Christian and a fake Christian? This book has the answers plus much more. In this book you will learn the answers to the following questions: What is God’s Truth?Do morals and values still matter?Is the bible still relevant in today’s modern world?Can the Bible be trusted?How can Christians defend their faith?What about science and religion, can they co-exist? The book not only defends the Christian faith but offers it as the best choice in the world of varying viewpoints and states why Christianity can be trusted. ...

Want to know the truth about Bible prophecy? Want to know and understand the prophecies of Jesus?  Tired of hearing Bible prophecy predictions that never come true? My book will provide the truth about Bible prophecy, including: Old Testament prophecies of Isaiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, and more.New Testament prophecies of Jesus and the book of Revelation.How the Jewish people and followers of Jesus understood the prophecies.Understand Jewish culture, language, customs, and history.Understand the true meaning of words or phrases in that time.We must be able to understand history through the lens of the times in which they were written, not just how they are relevant in today’...

Every wise woman should read this book, and every mother give it to her daughter.Nurse Erin Thibaut was dedicated to her profession and not considering a relationship when she met then fell in love with her pursuer Dr. James Brennan. This story will open your eyes to the deception and lies some people exert to manipulate another. Erin is innocently led into a web of falsehood with seduction that almost destroys her sanity. She discovers the doctor who enticed her with a romantic delusion is already married, and she is unwillingly now his other woman.What can she do? Who can she confide in for answers? Where can she turn for help? Should the law be involved? She must escape and hide, but wher...

In July 1888, the entire population of the Southern Highlands village of Kerosene Creek disappear without trace. A month later, a young woman appears on the steps of Saint Bridget’s Convent, starving, distressed and mute. Her name is Jindy Fiadh Kelly and she appears to be the sole survivor, but she has completely lost her memory. Aboriginal tracker Jimmy Sugarbag calls it “forgetting business”. Amateur psychologist Sister Thomas diagnoses “hysterical amnesia,” and she believes that recovering Jindy’s memory may hold the answer the Kerosene Creek mystery; but  Jindy’s burning need is to discover the fate of her Ngunnawal mother. The three of them return to the abandoned vi...

In the depths of the magnificent Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, a secret resides, shrouded in mystery and concealed from the world's prying eyes.Who is this enigmatic figure known as the MYSTERY Healer?And why does he diligently safeguard his true identity?Meet Marni Granger, a resilient young woman residing at the base of the mountains.In her early years, tragedy struck when she accidentally fell against a scalding cooking pot, leaving a burn etched on her face.The resulting disfigurement inflicted emotional wounds that haunted her throughout her childhood and adulthood.One fateful day, Marni ventured into the heart of the mountains, accompanied by her faithful wolf companion.Time...

The peaceful grandeur of the Grand Mesa  in Colorado is shattered by the discovery of 11 bodies buried under 11 roadside crosses along a lonely mountain road. The Roadside Cross Killer has struck again, and not even the FBI knew he was active. A killer without a conscience who knows no bounds and kills indiscriminately because he enjoys it. Now it’s up to Colorado Bureau of Investigation Agent Buck Taylor and his team to investigate his decades-long trail of murder,, and stop him before he finds victim number 12.

Can the Roadside Cross Killer be stopped?

From their first dance to the last word, an epic love story spanning fifty years. A lifelong affair filled with humor, passion, and abiding devotion.

Through triumphs and trials, and bonds stretched to the breaking point, love endures. Through fortune and misfortune, love flourishes.

A life. A whole life. Told in words and music.

 Unrue's storytelling is a beacon of understanding for the human condition. AllAuthor

This book contains nongraphic scenes of marital sexual encounters and innuendo.