A murder mystery. A love story. A social commentary. All these describe The Sight of Blood. Set in a small Michigan town in the 70’s, the disappearance of a young woman and the murder of a beloved citizen seem to have no connection to the people and the officials of Grangeville, but to Jane Fleming, the town’s firs woman deputy, there IS a connection. But hampered by few clues, and the hostility of the townspeople and the sheriff’s department, including Sheriff Ralph Parsons, to a female deputy, Jane has to struggle to find the evidence of the connection. But supporting her is her lover Michael “Butch” Przybylski, a cocky mechanic and owner of a filling station in Grangeville. Jane with her passionate and barely discreet affair with Butch further shocks the townspeople. The sight of blood is also filled with the characters and homespun lifestyle of small town America, examined during Jane’s investigation and relationship with Butch; Tim Usher, the town’s newspaper publisher, who has his own feelings about Jane, George Robbins, who gets Jane out of a tight situation. These and other characters, plus the Michigan setting, make The Sight of Blood a fun and entertaining read.
Florida detectives Megan and Lacy get pulled deep into a bizarre murder investigation that has strange ties to a secretive voodoo community while a group of big-money international investors obstructs them at every turn. They move forward against the unknown forces, trying to protect the community they hold so dear.
Body 13 is Dr. White’s fi fth suspense novel and the third in a detective thriller series. The fi rst novel of the series Broken Silence received notable acclaim and launched Dr. White on a book tour with Barnes & Noble and Borders Book Sellers. That success continued with the well received second installment Pandemic. Her other popular novels Fatal Coverage and Organ Donor were both medical mystery thrillers. Detectives Megan and Lacy return for a third adventure that twists into uncharted territory for the two young women. As always some of Ocala’s strange characters slip in and out of focus as Florida’s old history merges with a murder investigation. This tangled path binds together pirates, peanut farmers and lost treasure for one surprising adventure. Join the team of detectives and archaeologists working to solve this bizarre case and your heart will pound when you realize you have ventured too far into the dark woods without a fl ashlight.
Florida homicide detectives Lacy and Megan are at it again, this time unraveling a shadowy secret in their small town. Three separate cases coalesce into a forensic nightmare. Each one highlighted with the colorful characters that make rural Florida both bizarre and beautiful. Come along on this exciting journey as it reveals one of man's darkest moments in history. Pandemic is Dr. White's fourth suspense novel and the second in a medical mystery/detective thriller series. The first novel of the series Broken Silence, received notable acclaim and launched Dr. White on a book tour with Barnes and Noble. The other popular novels Fatal Coverage and Organ Donor, where both medical mystery thrillers. For more information about the books and author please visit MuseumPress.org
Three siblings. Dangerous threats. One act changes their lives forever. Betrayal, greed, and revenge bring two sisters and one brother closer together. From the wilds of Wyoming and Colorado, local law enforcement and the FBI discover who is behind the crimes against person and property. Carli and Ethan, Samantha and Cole, and Shaun and Fiona are given opportunities to find and hold on to love, as they rely on the support of family. The mystery in Of Art and Air, second chances in Of Hoof Prints and Heartbeats, and a return to the beginning in Of Objects and Obsessions takes the reader on an intriguing and riveting ride.
Onstage and offstage, the Grateful Dead ran their band on their own terms. Each concert was different from the last, and their fans loved them for it. Many of the band's songs were autobiographical, and their fans could relate to life's ups and downs, which included drug and alcohol addiction, death of band members, illness, and breakups of personal relationships. Featuring fascinating sidebars, revealing direct quotations, and accessible language that highlights the sense of community that existed among Deadheads, this book delves into the thirty-plus-year career of the Grateful Dead and looks to the future of its founding members.
A wealthy and virtuous man faces the ultimate test of faith in this suspenseful and inspiring modern retelling of Job by the author of The Runaway Prophet. Seth Jacobs has it all—health, wealth, a great career, a mansion in greater Boston, a beautiful wife, and three children. But in a series of reversals beyond his control, Seth loses his many fortunes one after the next. His friends, who suggest God has a reason for inflicting so much loss and pain upon him, challenge Seth’s faith. At the lowest depths of his suffering, Seth asks God—as we all do—“Why is this happening to me?” And he receives an unexpected answer. A modern-day story based on the Bible’s Book of Job, The Faithful One inspires us all to keep our faith in the Lord no matter what. “Chynoweth constructs—and then deconstructs—Seth’s life with an eye for detail and an inventive sense of how one tragedy can beget the next.” —Kirkus Reviews
John Verra is a young man moving to a much bigger stage. He arrives with a love and belief in the founding principles of our country. He is not in Washington, DC, but living in another shinning city on a hill, or so he believes, Boston, Massachusetts, a town where he attended college and falls in love. As a member of the city council, a seat in Boston's governing body, attained because of the sacrifice of a new friend, he eventually realizes he is politically naive and inexperienced and to some of like mind, to be worthy of their attention. To others to be used. Who should he trust? Too many in and out of government have their own personal agendas. So does he. His beliefs about government are based upon essentially three human qualities--a passion for power and where it can take one, personal freedom, not given by the laws of government but by God; and the recognition that none of us are angels. Why does he visit the country of his grandparents, Sicily? What is he looking for, and where will it take him with his beliefs strengthened or compromise to get along as do many?
When big-time murder comes to rural Wyoming, can a photographer and a fed survive deadly greed and bind their restless hearts? Photojournalist Carli Tanner thrives anywhere. On assignment deep in the jungles of South America, she’s shocked to receive a telegram that her father has died. And when the free-spirit globetrotter immediately jets home to the sprawling hunting preserve, she finds a handsome FBI investigator hungry to track down his killer. Agent Ethan Brooks has the uncanny ability to get inside the bad guy’s mind. But after his director calls in a favor, the big-city loner reluctantly agrees to head to the wild west where he meets the victim’s intriguing daughter. And when she saves him from hungry bears and gun-toting poachers, his admiration grows even as the culprit eludes his grasp. As Carli digs through frustrating clues to search for suspects, she fears the threat looming over her family could strike at any time. And Ethan struggles to adapt to the rural landscape before the shadowy suspect takes out the fascinating woman who’s galloped into his life. Can they serve justice and capture love, or will their feelings fall prey to another tragic death? Of Art and Air is the nail-biting first book in the Tanner romantic suspense trilogy. If you like capable heroes, layered plots, and dangerous liaisons, then you’ll adore Michele Venné’s pulse-pounding tale.
A singer once said "His pitch was right on the nose: his word enunciation letter perfect: his understanding of a song thorough. He will be missed very much, not only by myself, but by his fans all over the world." The singer was the legendary Frank Sinatra, the man he spoke about: Matt Monro. Matt Monro: The Singer's Singer, is the highly-anticipated story of one of Britain's most iconic singers, tracing Matt Monro's life from his poverty stricken upbringing in post-war Britain to his day job as London bus driver to the steady rise to fame that saw the singer battling the highs and lows of the entertainment industry to become one of Britain's best-loved entertainers. This is the man behind the image, the man who rubbed shoulders with some of the most famous names in the business, who recorded the very first James Bond theme song (From Russia with Love) and the international hits Softly as I Leave You, Born Free, Walk Away and Portrait of My Love. In an intimate portrait written by the singer's daughter, Michele Monro, and drawing on more than two hundred interviews from the most important characters in Matt's life, The Singer's Singer exposes the man behind the voice, telling the story of how Terry Parson overcame poverty, prejudice and alcoholism to arrive at the very heart of the post-war British entertainment industry as the unforgettable Matt Monro. Including never-before-seen photography, exclusive correspondence between Matt and some of the biggest names in the music business and a rich array of personal anecdotes, this is the first comprehensive look at the life of the man his peers dubbed 'the Singer's Singer', the irreplaceable Matt Monro.
Unlike a fine wine… some memories don’t age well. Unexpectedly back in town, Jack Clayton acted as if he’d never crushed Sierra James’s teenage heart. When he offered to buy her family's vineyard, the former navy lieutenant knew Jack was turning on the charm, hoping to win her over. No way would Sierra melt for him again; she was ready for battle. But would denying what she still felt for Jack prove to be a victory she could savor? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Love in the Valley Book 1: What Happens in the Air Book 2: All's Fair in Love and Wine Book 3: Love's Secret Ingredient
Bestselling author Michele Bardsley cooks up stories about hearth and home, love and loss, truth and hope in her anthology: A Mother Scorned and Other Stories. The collection includes the dark suspense story, A Mother Scorned, which won the Grand Prize in the 72nd Annual Writer's Digest Writing Competition as well as the EPPIE-winning novella, Midnight Intentions. Go on ... take a bite of gourmet fiction!
Kidnappings, gangs, and murder. When red tape gets in the way, an ex-mercenary assembles a crack team to balance the scales of justice... William Randall can’t remember the last time he laughed. After a life spent dodging death as a U.S. Army officer and private security contractor in every corner of the globe, he’s hungry to use his hard-won wealth to fuel humanitarian efforts. But to establish the trust needed to hire the right people, he asks a single interview question: Tell me about your last assignment. Piper McCarthy treads the dark alleys of depravity. But when her latest story nearly lands her in the morgue, the international investigative reporter promises her beloved husband she’ll check out an intriguing job stateside. And though initially skeptical, she earns her spot after detailing her terrifying abduction and escape from Egypt. As Randall accepts his first clients, he discovers his brutal past has followed him and endangers the very employees who’ve put their lives in his hands. While Piper prepares to welcome a new addition to her family, even as gathering peril threatens to end her hopes in a fiery blaze. Can they survive a shadowy enemy, or will their new enterprise go up in smoke? Everything to Gain is the intoxicating first book in the Asset, Inc. thriller series. If you like daring heroes, nail-biting adventure, and a splash of romance you’ll adore Michele Venné’s rollercoaster ride. Buy Everything to Gain to light the fuse today!
This chronologically organized text presents development from a growth perspective, focusing on continuities and change throughout life. By illustrating the connections and relationships among all stages, "Lifespan" allows students to discover that human development is a lifelong process. The Second Edition offers an even stronger emphasis on the lifespan approach to development, as exemplified by four themes: Lifelong Growth, Continuity and Change, Changing Meanings and Changing Vantage Points, and Developmental Diversity.
Dr. Michele Reiss, an expert in the field of death and dying, specializes in helping clients cope with life-threatening illnesses and helping their families through the grieving process. A highly respected therapist, she counseled Randy Pausch, author of The Last Lecture, and his wife, Jai, as Randy was dying of pancreatic cancer. Now Dr. Reiss provides comfort and counsel for readers who are coping with the challenges of serious illness or grief. Through real-life examples of people who have dealt with cancer and other illnesses, she has given us a book about hope and the art of living and loving well, despite significant adversity. This beautifully written, inspiring book reminds the rest of us that time is precious, and that we should live our lives fully, generously, and with joy.
Now in paperback, the nationally acclaimed guide for parents listing the best children's books, complete with a treasury of more than 400 books. Illustrated.
The next installment of a collection of flash fiction, essays, and short stories to tantalize readers who want a taste of my writing. These tales span genres—mystery, suspense, paranormal, historical, nonfiction—and will likely satisfy readers with limited time or those looking for a new author. The inspiration for these pieces came from a prompt in a writer's group or from an assignment in a creative writing class at the local college. Enjoy!
This book / workbook is a love project that stems from a desire to see the universal church grow through the identification of politics that may plague congregations. The games church-goers play have a unique push by the enemy (the devil) to thwart the plans of God through tactics that he teaches to employ. Take a read and learn why church people are not bad people but need healing in areas in order to operate fully in God’s plan to spread the uncompromising Gospel.
With the same blend of wit, common sense, and empathy needed to be a good parent, child psychologist Michele Elliott offers parents a treasure trove of tips for getting through the day, getting through life, and getting through a crisis with children ages four to twelve. This highly informative and browsable compendium is full of entertaining anecdotes, practical advice on common problems, illuminating quizzes, and helpful suggestions on parenting matters practical, educational, and spiritual Topics range from how to get children to bed on time or stop sibling fights to how to maximize kids' learning abilities; from how to answer embarrassing questions to how to get everyone together for family meals; from how to help children cope with grief to the ten worst and ten best things you can say to a child. Perfect parents -- Like perfect children -- don't exist, but those who follow the invaluable advice in this book will be 601 ways nearer to getting it right!
In America, in direct response to indefinite delays on the national transplantation waitlists and an inadequate supply of organs, a growing number of terminally ill Americans are turning to international underground markets and coordinators or brokers for organs. Chinese inmates on death-row and the economically disadvantaged in India and Brazil are the often compromised co-participants in the private negotiation process, which occurs outside the legal process - or in the shadows of law. These individuals supply kidneys and other organs for Americans and other Westerners willing to shop and pay in the private process. This book contends that exclusive reliance on the present altruistic tissue and organ procurement processes in the United States is not only rife with problems, but also improvident. The author explores how the altruistic approach leads to a 'black market' of organs being harvested from Third World individuals as well as compelled donations from children and incompetent persons.
Incorporating your business can provide numerous legal and financial advantages - it also has long-term ramifications on how you manage and structure your organization. Streetwise Incorporating Your Business will not only educate you about the benefits of incorporating your business, but will also help you determine which corporate form and structure will be the most advantageous for your personal circumstances. You will learn the details of many critical business issues, including: Whether an S corporation or a C corporation is better for your organization Which state and federal regulations will affect your corporation How to avoid hidden costs associated with incorporating your business Tax planning strategies and required accounting practices Streetwise Incorporating Your Business will lead you through each decision, from choosing the best location to incorporate, deciding which information to include in official government filings, and learning how to organize board and shareholders meetings.
Developing Vocabulary for College Thinking is a structured approach to learning vocabulary that considers the importance of many different types of interactions with words. Offers readers multiple strategies for vocabulary development, giving them the chance to combine and reinforce differing methods of learning. A series of readings in Part Two provides opportunities for readers to work with unfamiliar vocabulary in context. Post-Tests provide readers with opportunities to assess their progress. Aims to increase readers' reading comprehension as well as develop vocabulary skills. For those interested in expanding their vocabulary.
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