I have been so consumed with bees and chickens, the rest of my life seems to have been pushed to the side. My baby bassets have all grown up and went to college, my hubby apparently has become a race car driver and won the Indy 500. The neighbors thought I had gone missing because they haven’t seen me outside in my blue robe being crazy in months. Okay…none of that is true. Mostly my house is just a mess with the dust bunnies everywhere and the laundry apparently doesn’t shrink if you ignore it. That stuff isn’t fun though. I might use up one of my twice a year temper tantrums and see if it gets done magically. Has that worked for anyone?
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Gray Panthers: Battle for Earth
David Guenther
Genre: Science Fiction | Teen & Young Adult
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The year is 2126. It has been thirty years since Iran nuked Washington, D.C. America has traded security for liberty following the attack, with the suspension of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The Constitution isn’t even taught in school anymore. In this environment, Dan “D2” Daniels, a retired Army NCO of the old breed, sworn to protect the Constitution, finds a crashed spaceship and learns that Earth will soon be invaded. Using the technology from the spaceship, Dan forms an army of fellow senior veterans with two missions: first, to revive the republic they had sworn their allegiance to, and second, to save that republic — and the world along with it. Their first foray includes converting the CVN-80, otherwise known as the USS Enterprise, a rusting aircraft carrier waiting to be scrapped, into the first ship of the new space fleet of the Gray Panthers.
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A Storm Hits Valparaiso
David Gaughran
Genre: Literary Fiction | Historical Fiction
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Catalina Flores de la Peña’s tongue got her in more trouble than any other part of her body, even though there were far more likely candidates. But when a storm rolls into her sleepy port town, she finds herself embroiled with a gang of adventurers, mercenaries, and prostitutes on a journey to free South America from the Spanish Empire. A Storm Hits Valparaíso is an epic historical adventure starring two brothers torn apart by love; a slave running for his life; a disgraced British sailor seeking redemption; and José de San Martín, an Argentine general who deserts the Spanish Army to lead a bloody revolt against his former masters.
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Disappearing in Plain Sight (Crater Lake Series Book 1)
Francis Guenette
Genre: Coming of Age | Literary Fiction
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Sixteen-year-old Lisa-Marie has been packed off to spend the summer with her aunt on the isolated shores of Crater Lake. She is drawn to Izzy Montgomery, a gifted trauma counsellor who is struggling through personal and professional challenges. Lisa-Marie also befriends Liam Collins, a man who goes quietly about his life trying to deal with his own secrets and guilt. The arrival of a summer renter for Izzy’s guest cabin is the catalyst for change amongst Crater Lake’s tight knit community. People are forced to grapple with the realities of grief and desire to discover that there are no easy choices – only shades of grey.
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When the Crows Fly Low
V.J. Patterson
Genre: Literary Fiction | Teen & Young Adult | Classics | Romance
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When the crows fly low… rain is coming. At eleven-years-old, Will Lawson discovers that Hell isn’t just a place for demons. It exists on earth in an act so evil it rips away a part of his innocent soul. In its place; bitterness, hate and a vow for revenge. Consumed by darkness, Will descends into a life of reckless living; booze and women the outlet for his guilt and despair. But meeting Sarah a beautiful young woman running from her own ghosts, changes everything. Finding his salvation in her, Will wades into the unfamiliar waters of love. Just when happiness is within his grasp, a familiar face returns to Will’s hometown of Doyle, Tennessee. A wicked twist of fate forces Will to decide between the girl he loves and his need for revenge. Is love enough to save Will from the darkness that endeavors to unravel his sanity?
In this debut romantic drama, When the Crows Fly Low weaves a story full of suspense, loss, and love. It is sure to stay with the reader long after the final page.
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The Condiment Chronicles … Please Pass the Ketchup
S.H. Wood
Genre: Children’s eBooks
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Can you imagine a meal without condiments? Never! No Ketchup on your hamburger and fries? No way! How about condiments walking off the counter? WHAAAAT! Well, it’s happening at The Diner and there’s not a condiment in sight. Tripp, his dad, his sister, and all the patrons are in disbelief. Condiment complaints of misuse, prejudice, bullying and more are scrawled on paper napkins spread across the counter. Mayo asks, “Why do they hate me?” With a tear in his eye Relish sadly proclaims, “People say I’m too sweet and ignore me… or just scrape me off.” Can Management and the condiments work out their issues? If not, it will be a sad day and a dining disaster for all of us!
A picture book of 56 pages explores the life of 12 condiments as well as the concept of a meal without any condiments in sight. And yes, we may not love them all but we want them here to stay! S.H.Wood, first time children’s author, and Nic Gregory, talented Australian illustrator and animator, carry you through The Diner showcasing the humorous and at times emotionally charged personalities of each “‘famous” featured condiment. Adults and children of all ages will smile and laugh as they recognize their favorite condiments come to life. Turning every page might give the reader a new understanding for each condiment: you might even begin to feel sorry for Relish. If you like The Day the Crayons Quit you may just become a fan of The Condiment Chronicles… Please Pass the Ketchup. The back story, titled “The Condiment Chronicles… The Family Portrait”, reveals historical inferences about when, where, and how each condiment arrived on our counter, our kitchen table, and in our fridge. Who would have thought condiments could stir up images of family, diversity, tolerance, competition, and individuality all resulting from an ever growing insatiable love for a variety of tastes? Condiments and Condimentours, be on alert! Creativity is on the rise. There is always room for one more hot, spicy, sweet, or savory condiment. Experimentation is all part of self expression and being an individual. Don’t hold back. Go ahead and spread that peanut butter and jelly on your hamburger… as a condimentour that’s your choice. Remember, variety is the spice (or in this case the condiment) of life. Cheers!
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