The motel manager momentarily surveyed the young man up and down. "Passing through or here on business perhaps?" The man remained motionless, but for his hand scribbling over the credit card slip. Raising his head for an eye to eye, "I suppose you could say that. Spent some time looking at property for sale around Smithson County, I believe it's called? Sound right?" "That's it," complied the manager, studying the credit receipt through the smoke screen made by the cigarette between his lips. "Mr. Woodson. You wouldn't be interested in becoming a motel owner?" He gave the young man a sly grin. "No, no. Grew up in a place similar to the smaller towns around here. Just thought I'd check out the market. Know one thing, some pretty sassy babes selling Real Estate around here." He gave the manager a wink, turned and butting his suitcase against the screen edged outside. Walking toward his car, he spoke to himself. "Sassy and sweet tasting too " He laughed aloud. Inside the car he removed the business card from the visor. He pressed it on his nostrils inhaling deeply. Then licked it with his tongue. "Marie, honey, there's nothing like the taste of perfume in the morning. 'Midnight Passion, ' I believe she called it.
When Silver McQueen loses her beloved husband in a freak landslide, her life comes to a standstill. It is all she can do to live day by day. Two years later and still reeling from the loss, a weeklong getaway to a cabin in the woods seems like just the thing to finally heal the hurt. But the forest is not as peaceful as she imagines, and after being attacked by a grizzly bear, Silver finds herself wounded and stranded. She is rescued by C.D. Ranchester, a local cowboy laboring under the weight of his own demons. As they try to make their way home, they are pursued not only by the man-hungry bear but also a terrified mountain lion and two good ole boys searching desperately for treasure. Both Silver and C.D. are pushed to their limits, but in the middle of the unforgiving wilderness, Silver is reminded that God has a plan for her. Will she be brave enough to follow His path—and her heart—and let herself learn to love again?
When Silver McQueen loses her beloved husband in a freak landslide, her life comes to a standstill. It is all she can do to live day by day. Two years later and still reeling from the loss, a weeklong getaway to a cabin in the woods seems like just the thing to finally heal the hurt. But the forest is not as peaceful as she imagines, and after being attacked by a grizzly bear, Silver finds herself wounded and stranded. She is rescued by C.D. Ranchester, a local cowboy laboring under the weight of his own demons. As they try to make their way home, they are pursued not only by the man-hungry bear but also a terrified mountain lion and two good ole boys searching desperately for treasure. Both Silver and C.D. are pushed to their limits, but in the middle of the unforgiving wilderness, Silver is reminded that God has a plan for her. Will she be brave enough to follow His path—and her heart—and let herself learn to love again?
Baby is happy in Mama's belly and no matter what enticement her family offers she won't come out until Daddy offers her a kiss. Delightful for expectant parents and families.
This experimental essay introduces Molinari's unique practice that entwines conceptualism, literature, and performance, thereby connecting to methodologies of historiography, ethnography, militant research, and psychogeography. It follows his research along the Camino Real from discussions of Argentina's pre-Conquest cultures through the financial and political crisis that peaked in 2001.
Candy is a bunny that was born without a tail. He is teased so much about not having a tail that he is driven to tears. He sets out to find someone who can help him. He finds Mr. Otto at the Missing Parts Factory and begins a lifelong journey of helping anyone who needs help.
Discusses the sinking of the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Atocha off Key West, the discovery of the treasure-laden wreck in 1985 by treasure hunter Mel Fisher, and the archeological importance of the finds.
The pulp fiction magazines of the early to mid 20th century featured just about every subject imaginable, from fringe titles (yes, there really was a Civil War Stories, a Submarine Stories, and even a Suicide Stories) to mainstream (Argosy, Adventure, Blue Book) to genre titles (Weird Tales, Detective Stories, Ranch Romances) and everything in between. “In Between” includes the “hero” pulps, of which there were dozens...Doc Savage, Operator #5, The Avenger, Zorro, The Black Bat, and many, many more appeared there. Some appeared in magazines that bore their name; others appeared in mystery, adventure, or fantasy pulps. Some crossed over from radio or television. This volume presents four Amusement, Inc. tales (the Scarlet Ace is the villain!) from All-Detective Magazine, a Lone Ranger novel, a Black Hood novel (from Hooded Detective magazine), and a Secret Agent X novel (from Secret Agent X magazine). SCARLET ACE, by Theodore A. Tinsley SCARLET ACE: CANDIDATE FOR DEATH, by Theodore A. Tinsley SCARLET ACE: HELL HOUSE, by Theodore A. Tinsley SCARLET ACE: THE HOUSE OF CRIME, by Theodore A. Tinsley THE LONE RANGER RIDES, by Fran Striker THE WHISPERING EYE, by G. T. Fleming-Roberts MURDER MONSTER, by Brant If you enjoy this ebook, don't forget to search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see more of the 300+ volumes in this series, covering adventure, historical fiction, mysteries, westerns, ghost stories, science fiction -- and much, much more!
Lorilla lived an ordinary life as a child. She was quite comfortable and happy living with her mother in a small Midwestern town. As Lorilla approaches her fourteenth birthday, strange things begin to happen. She keeps having a recurring dream of a field of stars, sees reflections of a stranger who appears out of nowhere, hears whispers in the night, and makes an unlikely friendship with a stray cat. After her birthday, a new boy in town named Foster befriends Lorilla. His presence begins to bring about more mysterious changes. She discovers abilities that she could have never dreamed of and learns the truth about who she really is. Now she and Foster must begin a perilous journey to save her family and enter into a new world. Starlight Whispers takes you down a winding road of magic, mystery, and courage and shows the true meaning of friendship and young love.
He may not be wealthy or svelte, but the Laughing Buddha is happy and says that you can be, too. Layering your life with lucky objects and images such as the Laughing Buddha increases your chances for happiness and prosperity. This illustrated book contains the story of the Laughing Buddha, so prepareyourself for a life full of joy, luck, and prosperity!
For generations prophets have foreseen the birth of the Shadow Seer, the oracle of dark visions and fallen kingdoms. But by the time of Sorron, King of Carnia, their warnings have mostly been forgotten and his name is known only to a handful of scholars. When Sorron's grandson, Prince Candale, falls deathly ill, the Seer's legends are brought to light once again by his saviour, a witch named Mayrila. She believes that Candale is the fulfilment of those long forgotten prophecies. She believes that he is the Shadow Seer...
Why are we afraid of getting old? Is youth synonymous with beauty? What is Age Shaming? The answers to these and other questions can help you reflect on your fears and prejudices. Ageism is age prejudice. The act of discriminating against a person according to age, or, if you prefer, the date of birth, the one that is there, on your ID! But what leads someone to perpetuate a prejudice of which they are likely to become a victim? After all, are we all ageists in deconstruction? This book seeks to initiate a movement of reflection and social transformation. Or at least participate in it! Will you come with me?
For generations the prophets have foreseen the birth of the Shadow Seer, an oracle of dark visions and fallen kingdoms. Prince Candale has discovered the truth about himself. He is the Shadow Seer, foretold prophet of dark visions and fallen kingdoms. The witch Mayrila tried to teach him control but she lay dead, struck down by Candale's own hand. The ever-watching shadow has begun to speak with him, urging him to go to the Seer's Tower in the kingdom of Idryan. What he learns there will change everything. The shadow promises rewards for obedience...and severe punishment if he refuses. Does the voice of the shadow belong to the demon Ellenessia and therefore he must obey? Or does it presage the beginnings of Candale's foretold descent into madness?
Exam Board: SQA Level: National 4 Subject: Science First Teaching: September 2013 First Exam: June 2014 This book is a comprehensive resource for pupils studying National 4 Chemistry which adheres closely to the SQA syllabus. Each section of the book matches a mandatory unit of the syllabus, and each chapter corresponds to a key area. In addition to the core text, the book contains a variety of special features: · Activities to consolidate learning and help in preparing for the Added Value Unit · Worked examples to demonstrate key processes · In-text questions to test knowledge and understanding · End-of-chapter questions for homework and assessment · Summaries of key facts and concepts · Answer section at the back of the book
Come with me, to the Bar-Roo Trees. A place which may- Or may not be. Meant for just your eyes to see and live within your memory. There are seven Bar-Roo Forests on earth, two are in the state of Washington, on Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier. Mana planted them all. He came from the planet Anon, a planet of volcanoes. He was the hope of their world, to find a new home for the Hibble Gibbles, a race of creatures very friendly and hairy with feet that are at least 2 feet long. Mana's favorite forest was the one at Mt. St. Helens, that is where he chose to live his earth life. There is great magic in the Bar-Roo forest, everyone speaks the same language, much of the magic is more of a feeling, that the trees are listening to everything. Share the adventure of the Hibble Gibbles as they find a new home, out-smart their enemies the Giant Termites, face the eruption of Mt. St. Helens, and find out the secret of the Bar-Roo Forest.
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