Today is the beginning, and tonight is the end... A Babylonian tomb filled with the skeletons of snakes. Seven seals scattered around the world. A young woman, Lilith, who speaks in tongues before covering herself with living serpents. The Brotherhood of the Serpent sees it all, and knows the time of their greatest prophecy — set to occur under a pattern of stars that only align once every four thousand years — is at hand. Soon the leader of the Brotherhood — Samael, known as Venom, the Angel of Death — will fulfill his destiny: to give Lilith the venom that will summon the Great Serpent to consume the world. The only thing standing in their way are Morgan Sierra and Jake Timber, the top agents of ARKANE. A secret British agency tasked with protecting the world from supernatural powers, ARKANE has long operated in the shadows to keep the world safe. But not even Morgan and Jake can guess at the danger they’re about to face. A danger that will take them from the ruins of Iraq to the mist-wreathed Appalachian Mountains, from ancient archeological sites in Israel to the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs — Morgan and Jake have to move fast if they want to stop Samael and Lilith from fulfilling their destinies. Darkness holds sway. The stars align. And Morgan and Jake will have to sacrifice all they hold dear to have a hope of stopping the End of Days. In her ninth ARKANE book, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author J.F. Penn, taps into the darkest fears to bring you the thrilling adventure End of Days. Click “Buy Now” and get your copy, because the End of Days is at hand!
Irish Quaker biographers have focused on ministers, the influential and wealthy; many biographies are also unstructured and selective, leaving gaps in the narrative. The current work uses the life and family of John Boles (1661-1731), a Quaker stalwart for 50 years, as a case study for the biographer, introducing the major sources and showing how they can be deployed to 'resurrect' the contributions of the anonymous Quaker majority. As the biography is developed, information is explored and analyzed to construct reliable genealogical charts; information is culled from Friends' records to document the contributions and failures of family members in the context of their Quaker meetings; land records are consulted to measure and assess their gradual accumulation of wealth and the historical context is discussed as a backdrop to their evolving socio-economic status - all topics essential for comprehensive Quaker biographies and family histories.
This widely used book and accompanying CD-ROM are packed with indispensable tools for treating the most common clinical problems encountered in outpatient mental health practice. Chapters provide basic information on depression and the six major anxiety disorders; step-by-step instructions for evidence-based assessment and intervention; illustrative case examples; and practical guidance for writing reports and dealing with third-party payers. In a convenient large-size format, the book features 74 reproducible client handouts, homework sheets, and therapist forms for assessment and record keeping. The CD-ROM enables clinicians to rapidly generate individualized treatment plans, print extra copies of the forms, and find information on frequently prescribed medications. New to This Edition*The latest research on each disorder and its treatment.*Innovative techniques that draw on cognitive, behavioral, and mindfulness- and acceptance-based approaches.*Two chapters offering expanded descriptions of basic behavioral and cognitive techniques.*More than half of the 74 reproducibles are entirely new.
The wild rush of action in this classic frontier adventure story has made The Last of the Mohicans the most popular of James Fenimore Cooper’s Leatherstocking Tales. Deep in the forests of upper New York State, the brave woodsman Hawkeye (Natty Bumppo) and his loyal Mohican friends Chingachgook and Uncas become embroiled in the bloody battles of the French and Indian War. James Fenimore Cooper’s historical imagination is profound, his creative use of the gothic landscape is uniquely American, and his infl uence on plot and characterization in American fi ction is pervasive and extensive.
When ARKANE Archivist Martin Klein joins the Vatican digital archiving project, he finds an ancient letter mistakenly scanned along with the medieval papal decree Militia Dei, Soldiers of God. It points to a dark secret the Knights Templar once tried to erase from existence, hidden in a medieval fortress under the heart of Paris for almost a thousand years. As Martin follows the trail to the hidden Templar crypt, aided by biblical scholar Camara Mbaye, they discover something unspeakable in the vaults below Paris. Who are the Soldiers of God and why must they rest until needed? This is a short story featuring Martin Klein and Dr Camara Mbaye from my ARKANE world. It fits after Tomb of Relics, book 12 of the ARKANE action-adventure thriller series, but can be read as a stand-alone story.
An intriguing exploration of the enduring significance of the world's great myths--from the dawn of time to the present day As ancient as speech, as essential as law, myths are the stories we tell to find our identity in the cosmos. It is through mythology that we attempt to unravel not only the meaning of our actions and impulses but the significance of human existence itself. Now in Living Myths, classical scholar J. F. Bierlein explores the enduring patterns and messages of myths from every culture. Myths, writes Bierlein, are "the eternal mirror in which we see ourselves." Living Myths delves behind the mirror and brings to light the imperishable and transcendent forces common to the myths of the world. Juxtaposing myths of fathers and sons--the Greek myth of Athamas and Phrixus, the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac, the Algonquin tale of Grandfather, Father, and Son--Bierlein uncovers essential lessons about human nature and divine will. In the Indian story of Nala and Damayanti, the Greek legends of Aphrodite, and the haunting Irish tale of Etain, Bierlein examines the transforming mystery of romantic love. Here too are tales of the world's great heroes--the Greek Theseus, the Irish Cuchulainn, and the Mexican Quetzalcoatl--and their common desire to break through the masks of appearances. Steeped in wisdom, brimming with insights into human nature and behavior, Living Myths is a luminous exploration of the meaning of mythology through the ages and today in each of our lives.
Torn Apart by Those You Love is a compulsive epic tale of two families that takes us through their immigration from Galicia, Poland, to America, their relationships, their revenge and the pursuit of their American dream. It is a story of hope, of resolve, and of digging deeper into their thought processes to find the strength to carry on in any adversity. Their attitudes will cloud your vision, and you will observe and eventually realize that people, even family, will use and abuse you either verbally or physically. My father stole my mother from me and then tried to steal my life. You will learn to be bold, be brave, and be true to yourself. You will be able to decide what path you want to take and then set one foot in front of the other. You have the power to create your own destiny. Taking risks were my biggest rewards. This story runs 82,940 words. I'm a freelance writer and researcher and have contributed to Clinician Reviews, The American Journal of Anesthesiology, The Clinical Advisor, PA Advance. I have been published by the Springer Publishing Company in Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Nursing Practice
At the edge of a blood-stained, ancient spring, a pagan goddess awakens from a long sleep thirsty for sacrifice… When down-on-his-luck busker, Evan, arrives at the Christmas market, he expects to play tunes of festive cheer for the merry crowd — and to reap the reward for his music. But when an icy winter storm blows in and disaster strikes, Evan must make a choice that can only end in… A Midwinter Sacrifice. A dark Christmas short story set in the bleak midwinter by USA Today bestselling author, J.F. Penn.
A place written out of history. A world off the edge of the map. In this fantasy adventure trilogy, Sienna and the Mapwalker team must defend Earthside from the invasion of the Borderlanders and face their darkest challenge against the Shadow. Map of Shadows A map of skin etched in blood. A world under threat from the Borderlands. A young woman who must risk the shadows to save her family. When her Grandfather is murdered under mysterious circumstances, Sienna Farren inherits his map shop in the ancient city of Bath, England. She discovers that her family is bound up with the Ministry of Maps, a mysterious agency who maintain the borders between this world and the Uncharted. With the help of Mila Wendell, a traveller on the canals, Sienna discovers her own magical ability and a terrifying place of blood that awaits in the world beyond. But when she discovers a truth about her past and the Borderlands begin to push through the defenses, Sienna must join the team of Mapwalkers on their mission to find the Map of Shadows – whatever the cost. In a place written out of history, a world off the edge of the map, Sienna must risk everything to find her father ... and her true path as a Mapwalker. Map of Plagues A city threatened by an ancient plague. A love across borders. A desperate choice that could break their worlds apart forever. When a fragment of a deadly map is recovered from a medieval plague pit in London, the Mapwalker team must cross over into the Borderlands once more. In a race against time, they must find the remaining pieces of the map in a journey across long-lost cities before the Shadow Cartographers wield it against Earthside in a devastating attack. Can Sienna resist the call of the Shadow as she struggles to save her home? Will Finn take a risk on love across borders or leave the Earthsiders to their fate? Map of the Impossible A journey through the realm of the dead. A threat that will change the world. A choice that might save everything—or end it all. As natural disasters sweep Earthside, a mutant army rises in the Borderlands, driven by the dark force behind the Shadow Cartographers. Sienna and the Mapwalker team must use the Map of the Impossible to journey through the realm of the dead and face the nightmare at its heart. But when one of their number is taken and the team begins to break apart, each Mapwalker must face their greatest challenge. Can the Mapwalker team reach the Tower of the Winds before the Shadow claims Earthside? Will Sienna choose Finn — or turn away from the Borderlands forever? This ebook boxset contains three full-length portal fantasy adventure novels. The trilogy is the complete series.
How far would you go to see again? Conflict photographer, Sara Miles, loves being embedded with the military out in the desert. Her pictures pay tribute to those who fight, suffer, and die for freedom and the images she captures can turn public perception in the never-ending war. Her photography matters. But when Sara is caught in an explosion out on patrol, her eyes are damaged by a face full of shrapnel. She may never be able to see through a lens again. The military offers her a cutting-edge operation to restore her sight, but it comes with a price ... A short story with a supernatural edge from award-nominated, USA Today bestselling thriller author, J.F. Penn.
A cursed bloodline. An ancient weapon. The fate of the world hangs in the balance. When a mysterious relic is stolen from a museum in Vienna, ARKANE agents Morgan Sierra and Jake Timber embark on a deadly race against time to recover the legendary Spear of Destiny — the holy lance that pierced the side of Christ. As they follow clues through Nazi ruins, Tibetan temples, and Washington D.C.’s greatest monuments, they uncover a sinister plot that threatens to unleash an unstoppable darkness upon the world. But Morgan also carries a curse in her veins, a shadow placed upon her that now threatens her niece’s life. To save her, Morgan must find the Spear and unlock its fabled healing powers. Standing in her way is the fanatical Jericho Command and their elite leader, Gabriel, a man both blessed and burdened by strange powers and a mysterious past. From the ashes of World War II to the mystical peaks of Tibet, from ancient crypts to the hallowed halls of the Library of Congress and the Capitol, Morgan and Jake must brave every danger, solve each puzzle, and face down enemies both human and demonic in their quest to find the Spear before its terrible power is unleashed. Time is running out and the fate of the world hangs in the balance — will Morgan and Jake prevail or will the forces of darkness triumph? From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author J.F. Penn comes a gripping and explosive thriller that delves deep into the heart of an ancient mystery and a chilling supernatural evil. An unputdownable story of supernatural suspense, Spear of Destiny is a rollercoaster ride into the dark legends of the past and the shocking evils of the present, with only a cursed relic lying between salvation and damnation. Read as a stand-alone story or as part of the ARKANE action adventure thriller series. Sample or buy now and join the adventure!
Pilgrimage attracts the seekers. Those with a question to answer, a problem to solve, a sin to atone for, an illness to be cured, a prayer to be answered. Pilgrims walk with a desire to make a change, to mark a boundary from one life to another, to heal, to escape. I needed all of these, and more. Perhaps you do, too. In mid-October 2020, I walked the Pilgrims’ Way from Southwark Cathedral in London to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, England. The following year, in October 2021, as I recovered from COVID-19, I walked the St Cuthbert’s Way from Melrose in Scotland to Lindisfarne, Holy Island, on the north-east coast of England. In September 2022, I walked the Camino de Santiago along the coastal route from Porto, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela, Spain. These three solo pilgrimages helped me through a ‘dark wood’ in my life and changed how I see the way ahead. In this book, I share my lessons learned and insights from walking these ancient ways, as well as historical, religious and cultural aspects, and plenty of tips. There are also questions for you to consider around your own journey. Part 1 goes into practical and spiritual preparation before pilgrimage, including how to make decisions about the route and whether to walk solo, as well as what to take with you, and how to face the fears that might hold you back. Part 2 covers the journey itself with the practicalities of the pilgrim’s day, as well as how walking the path of history and facing the challenge of the way can give you much-needed perspective on life — and perhaps even a glimpse of the divine. Part 3 addresses the arrival at your destination, and how to leave room for the gifts of pilgrimage to emerge after your return home, as well as how my three walks impacted my experience of mid-life. At the end, you’ll find appendices with practical tips for each of the three ways, as well as a gear list and bibliography for further reading. I hope you find this book useful if you feel a call to pilgrimage, or a need for change in your life. These three walks have certainly been pivotal for me.
They will create Paradise on Earth... by killing everyone in the world. When a fragment of an ancient manuscript is stolen, it’s more than simple theft — it’s the beginning of a race to discover the original Paradise: the Garden of Eden itself. The manuscript contains part of a map to the fabled garden, and to the Seed at its heart: a Seed that can rekindle life from death. But Morgan Sierra and Jake Timber know it’s never that simple. Agents of ARKANE, the secret British agency tasked with uncovering — and at times burying — the secrets of the supernatural, Morgan and Jake begin their search for the Seed at the heart of Eden. But they’re not alone. An eco-warrior group also wants the seed, hoping to use it to return the Earth to “perfection” — even if that means killing everyone alive to do it... starting with Morgan and Jake. On the run, outnumbered and outgunned, Morgan and Jake will have to use every asset at their disposal, every skill they know. From Portugal to Brazil, Amsterdam to the Caribbean — the agents of ARKANE will travel the globe in search of the thing that can save us all, or end us in an instant: the Seed at the heart of the Tree of Life. Tree of Life is the eleventh volume of the ARKANE series by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author J.F. Penn. Readable as a standalone adventure or as part of the series, it’s a perfect blend of mystery, adventure, conspiracy... and the ARKANE. Tap the link to get your copy now!
A supernatural relic. A thousand-year-old conspiracy. A madman who turns death into art. It's all in a day's work for the agents of ARKANE. When a priceless relic disappears from Canterbury Cathedral, ARKANE – the agency tasked with protecting the world from supernatural adversaries – fears the worst... and sends its best. Now, ARKANE agents Morgan Sierra and Jake Timber are on the job. Across Europe, through historical cities and into spectral forests forgotten by time, Morgan and Jake will follow the bloody trail of hidden relics wherever it leads, whatever the cost. But even they aren’t ready for what’s coming. Their hunt will lead them beyond danger, beyond darkness to the shadowed heart of a hidden citadel where lives an evil unlike any they’ve ever seen... and to a dark choice that will change them both forever. NY Times and USA Today bestselling author J.F. Penn invites you to brave her most thrilling adventure yet. A world of the strange. A world of the supernatural. A world... of the ARKANE. Click the link and grab your copy today!
Unearth the past. Awaken the future. When archaeologist Dr Emilia Kaya uncovers a massive sarcophagus containing the remains of a mysterious winged creature, she sets in motion a chain of events that could lead to the resurrection of the Nephilim—the fearsome giants of biblical legend. Desperate to unlock the secrets hidden within the ancient bones, Emilia enlists the help of geneticist Dr Alex Novak, who races to decode the DNA that could confirm the existence of these beings. But their curiosity leads them into the center of a shadowy conflict over the power to redefine life itself—one that risks unleashing an unstoppable force. In this gripping short story that blurs the lines between science and faith, award-winning author J.F. Penn weaves together elements of archaeology, genetics, and biblical mythology. De-Extinction of the Nephilim will leave you questioning the nature of humanity and the consequences of playing God.
Early Man in South Buckinghamshire: An Introduction to the Archaeology of the Region introduces the archaeology of South Buckinghamshire. This book records and outlines the evidence for the presence and activities of the early inhabitants of the southern portion of the county. It includes the topics on soils and settlements, communications, and Old and New Stone Age. The tumuli and surface finds, Bronze and Iron Age, Roman, Saxon, and Chiltern crosses are also elaborated. This monograph likewise includes a discussion of the county archaeological society and museums that are concerned with South Buckinghamshire antiquities, such as the Buckinghamshire Record Society, High Wycombe Museum, and Council for British Archaeology. This publication is suitable for archeologists, historians, and investigators concerned with the archaeology of South Buckinghamshire.
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