“The rich cast of characters will gradually draw you into their extraordinary lives.”Immerse yourself in a collection of stories that blur the lines between fantasy and reality. What hides beneath the ocean, or lurks inside the forest? Is there such a thing as guardian angels, and what mystery awaits you at the lighthouse?Explore legends of alchemy and witchcraft; step into vivid new worlds, whilst also discovering what dangers can exist within our own.Prepare to be kidnapped on the street, trapped at the circus, and pursued by halflings. You won't regret it . . . or will you?
From the well-known commercial centre of Clacton Pier to the hidden treasures of Highwood; see Essex as you have never seen it before. What does Bloody Mary think of her time in Essex? Dream with a woman as she tries to recapture true love with her childhood sweetheart. Remember with us, times spent in Essex; and follow us into the realms of historical fiction, as we try to imagine what could really have happened all those years ago. Even follow an Essex girl to Lancaster. What does she really think of the North/South divide? From the Romans to modern times, from fact to fiction, from prose to poetry, The Other Way is Essex has something for everyone.
Do you know how to get off the Naughty List? What happens if you eat too much on Christmas Day? Have you ever heard of a Christmas Starfish, or seen a dragon pull a sleigh? What does Christmas mean to you; Santa and his Elves, or the latest must-have gadgets and toys? For most children it's about excitement and wishing, and the characters in Catching Santa are just the same. Busy Elves have work to do, can Santa deliver all his presents on time, and will everyone discover the true meaning of Christmas? Immerse yourself in this wonderful collection of stories and poems for ages 7-12 that will get you in the Christmas spirit.
Forty-eight year old Carlie Peters had just begun her new life living in San Francisco when she met Dick in the summer of 1994. They fell madly in love with one another. Even though Dick was much younger, the age difference didnt seem to matter to either of them. Their love was stronger than they had ever felt before. October 2008, the charmed life they had shared together for over 14 years would change forever. Dick began working with a woman that would literally brainwash him and change the man Carlie loved into someone completely unrecognizable. Her fun-loving sweet, gentle husband had now become a mean, nasty, egotistical, bitter soul. What follows is her story of betrayal, abandonment, and a newfound strength to survive. With a flip of a switch and no explanation whatsoever, Dick decided he didnt want to be married any longer. Heartbroken and feeling alone and scared, Carlies story takes us through her journey of fear, heartache, and insecurity as she wonders how to live without the man she loved so deeply. Starting over at her age was not going to be easy. With the extraordinary love and support she finds from her family and closest friends, she takes us through how she handles the fear of starting a new life and the strength she draws from her journey, a journey filled with unexpected revelations and even humor. It is Carlies hope that others who have had similar experiences to hers will also draw strength and insight from her story.
An undercover CIA agent is sent home to investigate her sister's criminal fiancé but the last thing she expects is to fall in love with his bodyguard along the way in this sexy romantic comedy. It’s been a long time since Sydney Swift has gone home. An unrelentingly successful CIA field officer, she has spent the last three years pretending to be someone — anyone — other than herself. But this year, the festive season is coming with some added surprises. Sydney’s beloved little sister has just announced that she’s engaged to Johnny Jones, the heir of an organized crime dynasty. With her built-in cover and her best-in-class reputation, Sydney is approached by the FBI as their way to infiltrate the Jones family at last. Sydney has until Christmas to gather enough evidence on Johnny to take him down before he pulls off his most dangerous heist yet, all without losing her sister forever. But she hasn’t counted on the challenge of pulling this off right under her family’s nose or the complications of a romantic entanglement with Johnny’s handsome friend and bodyguard, Nick. Sydney always gets her man — but this time love is a target she can’t afford to miss.
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