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A novel about a young man named Zacharia Valentine Zabrinski, who's told on his eighteenth birthday in 1905, that his mother died giving birth to him, and his father disappeared before he was born.His Aunt Celeste, who raised him as his mother, Grandma Martha, and sister Annie, are tremendous support personnel who help Zacharia on his quest to discover that he is, after all, a child of God, and is destined for a tremendous future.Zacharia's doubt in himself is overcome, when through a great deal of successful accomplishments, such as-Developing many lifelong friendships, like his best friend since second grade Pete, or, Max Marquis, the wealthiest man in New York City. Finding Adaline, his true love for all eternity, when wounded in WW1. Being asked to run as Eisenhower's Vice-President in 1952. Overcoming some minor set-backs, such as losing a small fortune digging six dry oil-wells in Alaska.Zacharia finally discovers, at age ninety-eight, his greatest personal achievement.The Journals of Zacharia 1905-1985 - 80 Years of Adventure. A novel of historical fiction. Captivating, intriguing, and suspenseful.

"This dystopian adventure will appeal to adult and young adult readers alike." -Publishers' WeeklyMonths after the fall of the Citadel, scattered refugees find themselves trapped in the southern swamps, the home of ancient denizens that prefer to be left undisturbed.On the other side of the world, the possessed children struggle to find their place amongst the people of Derregain.But a demonic plague has already taken hold in the once great city, and the few that stand against it are under siege by servants of Plaguebringer, the demon who engineered it.Will friends and enemies, both old and new, set aside their differences and come together to fight the demon that threatens to destroy them all?

The sun is hot on the top of Charles' head, dry sand burns against his bare feet and the thrumming of waves pounding against the beach fills the air. It is summer vacation and eight-year-old Charles is running through the sand dune paths with his cousin Felicity when they fall down the side of a gully into the past. Their parents and siblings are nowhere to be found and in their place is a world of wild animals they have never seen before.The cousins explore this untamed landscape of giant snakes, strange fish, and the eerie cries of endangered shorebirds. A magical scientist appears and helps them learn about the animals. He warns them something less friendly is headed their direction, but then he disappears and Charles and Felicity have to race through the sand dunes to find their way back to their own time before it catches them.

"Whether you're a sci-fi fan, a romance devotee, or someone who enjoys a beautiful story of survival, it's impossible not to fall in love with Harlow Hanson." -Katherine Nichols, author of The UnreliablesIn the 25th century, the recently widowed Prince Jack Windsor escapes his grief after the death of his wife and child by fleeing to Mars to solve the mystery of the dormant HMS Ares. When Harlow Hanson, the Robin Hood of the Martian colony, sneaks aboard to plunder the ship in order to save her people, the Ares springs to life and begins communicating with her. Prince Jack realizes the woman stealing from him is the key he's been searching for. Harlow awakens the ship and the grieving prince's heart, but all too soon, she's forced to betray him. Still fighting to believe in her, Jack will give up his crown and all he's ever known for the love of this beautiful thief and her rogue colony, while the fate of two planets hangs in the balance.

"Warm up the apple crisp and cozy up to a detective mystery that has been 75 years in the making." -BestThrillers.comIn the simpler times of 1971, Inspector Philip Steele, recently transferred to Fredericton, takes a well-deserved holiday visiting his beloved, elderly godmother in her quaint village nestled in the gently-rolling Appalachians of Atlantic Canada. But when a bank robbery and the murder of a teenage boy initiate a string of even more shocking events which wreak panic in the quiet community, Phil must return to long days of investigation with his oft-misquoting, black sergeant Zareb Woodbridge, who struggles with questioning some of the more racist locals.While Phil's godmother, P.J., secretly prepares her annual Harvest Moon Ritual to be used as a trap for the murderer, he himself has fallen in love with the accused: watercolorist Beth Grimball, enjoying new-found 'freedom' albeit in a jail cell. Phil finds he is not only urgently compelled to solve the crimes because it's his job, but to save the lives of those he has always loved. And those he has just begun to.First in the new Just (e)State mysteries series, the following books are prequels to Just A STILL LIFE.

In the enthralling pages of Jeffrey Ulin's captivating novel, a tale of unexpected inheritances, shattered wealth, and a desperate quest for riches unfolds. Meet Richard Keeton, a renowned big game hunter whose life takes an unforeseen turn when he finds himself next in line to inherit a prestigious British Lordship. However, his elation is short-lived as he realizes that his family's fortune lies in ruins, leaving him unable to embrace the opulent lifestyle that should accompany his pending title.Driven by a relentless desire to restore his wealth, Richard stumbles upon a perilous scheme that could be his ticket to fortune: poaching animals. With the clandestine assistance of Alijah, a wise and resourceful tribesman, Richard ventures into the dark underbelly of the wildlife trade. Secretly slaughtering animals and orchestrating illicit transactions, he begins to build a lucrative network focused on smuggling highly sought-after rhino horns and elephant tusks.Yet, Richard's nefarious poaching ring teeters on the brink of collapse when an unexpected obstacle emerges. Michael Sandburg, an American researcher, enters the picture, captivated by Richard's stepdaughter and unknowingly becoming entangled in a dangerous web of suspicion. As Michael's curiosity intensifies, he finds himself on the verge of uncovering Richard's sinister activities. The stakes escalate as he faces an impossible choice between safeguarding his future family or dedicating himself to a newfound mission to protect endangered animals at all costs.Within the pages of this exhilarating adventure, Jeffrey Ulin masterfully weaves together romance, intrigue, and tragedy against the backdrop of the relentless march towards species extinction. Prepare to be transported to colonial-tinged polo fields that conceal the savagery of men driven by insatiable greed and unwavering privilege. Ulin's vivid prose immerses readers in a world where love and betrayal collide, where the fate of majestic creatures hangs in the balance, and where the boundaries of loyalty and morality blur into an electrifying climax.Immerse yourself in this gripping narrative, where every turn of the page uncovers hidden secrets, untamed passions, and the dire consequences of human avarice. With its richly drawn characters, evocative settings, and heart-stopping suspense, this book promises an unforgettable journey that will leave you questioning the choices we make and the price we're willing to pay for power and fortune. Don't miss your chance to experience this mesmerizing tale that delves deep into the dark heart of the human spirit.

"Outside of Grace presents a delicate, but honest handling of a pervasive issue among young people, and others, who find themselves entangled in a situation they are not prepared to combat. As a first novel, Outside of Grace is exceptional." -Annette Geroy, author of Built with Stones of TurquoiseAva Sanford longs to be known as more than the pastor's kid. When the opportunity arises to study abroad in Scotland, she jumps at the chance to leave the Texas coast and the pressures of Grace Church behind. But she never meant to leave God, too.Her roommate's partying lifestyle promises the fun Ava has been missing out on-until a traumatic assault leaves her faith and pride in ruins. As her life in Scotland begins to crumble, rumors race back home, threatening her relationships with her family and friends, including Jack Shields.A former athlete, Jack keeps his head down, working through college and coasting through life. After losing both his mother and his scholarships, he knows the things you love can disappear at any moment. But when his best friend seems to be next, the nonchalance and security he carefully guards are broken. Fighting for Ava will mean risking it all, and he can't do it alone. Only God can show them both how far grace can go.

"Chris Riley's The Broken Pines is a novel of heartbreak and healing, a family saga and a story of survival. The prose is as beautiful as the story is unrelenting. Do not miss this rising talent." -James Rollins, #1 New York Times bestsellerAfter Kenny's wife dies suddenly, he is forced to deal with the tough challenge of raising his children alone. Adding to his struggles of being "Mr. Mom," Kenny's nine-year-old son now suffers from Traumatic Mutism, as brought on by the loss of his mother. It is a problem Kenny has no idea how to fix. But just when he thinks he might have the answer, he and his son cross the unlikely path of a violent drug addict.All Vance wants to do is grow and smoke marijuana. In order for him to turn this lifestyle into his way of life, he decides to take up a partnership with a Prospect from a motorcycle club. It is a decision Vance soon regrets. And to break away from this unfortunate business arrangement, the only solution he can think of is the one thing he could never see himself doing.Rob Boyle has a plan. He's going to strike it rich from selling dope, and then buy his way into his motorcycle club. He's tired of being a Prospect, and knows that with a few hundred thousand dollars in his pocket, not only will he get himself "patched in," but will also have enough for a brand-new motorcycle. And if anyone should stand in his way, he has a plan for that as well. Murder.