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Steph, mourning the loss of her mother, wakes up one morning to an unsettling phone call. She finds out that she has co-inherited a house in Maine from her grandmother, along with a previously unknown cousin. Strangely, her mom had never mentioned any family at all. That same morning, Sayer gets the same call. It is even more of a surprise to her. She grew up in a series of foster homes, never knowing any relatives at all. For years, it has been just her and Charlie, her cat. The girls each make their way to Maine and there they meet each other and find their inheritance, an old brick building on the shore of a freshwater lake. The house is stuffed with antiques, books on magic, doors that don't open and a whole top floor with a balcony overlooking the lake but no stairs to get to it. Plus, the yard is patrolled by two huge wildcats.Their humdrum, settled lives have suddenly been interrupted, and now they face escalating questions and frightening mysteriesAbout the AuthorA. L. Sylvester wrote Majka as a Christmas gift to her two daughters. Sylvester is an honorary "Mainer"; born into a community of family and friends full of quirky individuals which have provided inspiration for some of her characters. Sylvester and both of her daughters are voracious readers. The Harry Potter series was a big hit in her family, as were many of Stephen King's works. King was also a close friend of one of her deceased uncles. Although Sylvester never met him, he was part of the family folklore. This book, like many of King's, is imagined as taking place in the lakes region of southern Maine: full of small villages and fiercely independent folks. Sylvester has written a story that takes place in a small town in Maine with characters whose attitudes, vocabulary and mannerisms are unique to Maine. Join the author in her first book that will keep you on your toes.

1,260 Days Before the Return of Christ is about five last day biblical events that will occur within 1,260 days before Jesus Christ returns to reign over the earth. It was written to inspire the awareness of these events and their occurrences before Christ returns to the earth. It is the author's hope that the reader believes that these events will occur and accept the salvation of God which is by faith in His Son Jesus Christ.About the AuthorLaud Emmanuel Ministry is a church ministry committed to visiting those who are sick, in prison, and preaching the everlasting gospel of Jesus Christ. (Matthew 25:39 and Revelation 14:6).

Growing up in the Georgia panhandle in the 1950s and '60s was never easy for Rexi, a black girl in a poor area. Her parents' marriage was tumultuous. Her family or her neighbors always seemed to be dealing with one hardship or another. Everyone worked hard, but it was uncommon for anyone to get ahead and move up in the world. That was just the way the world worked back then.About the AuthorBasking in a Plains Foundation is the true story of a girl dealing with the life that was dealt to her and finding the strength to carry on in the face of innumerable trials. More than that, it is the true story of a community in the Deep South, a community that, despite widespread poverty and misfortune, still looked out for each other and still came together on Sundays for worship. They didn't have much, but they did have each other. For that, they were thankful.

Making Sense of God in this Chaotic World (No Plan B) takes readers through meditations on God's love and purpose. This book will bring clarity to the creation of man and coming of the Son of God. Read on and discover God in your own life and how to rise up and be an overcomer.About the AuthorJoseph Hammond enjoys spending time with his family and religious study guided by the Holy Spirit. His hobbies include gardening and creating an ecosystem around a lake on his property.Jim Hammond resides in the Blue Ridge mountain area of North Carolina, not far from where his ancestors lived in the early 1800s. He's a graduate of Alabama University, Tuscaloosa, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural Sciences, and is a graduate of Daybreak Bible Training Center with a Diploma of Arts in Theology, Biblical Studies.

In Catherine Rosch's book, she shares the journey she and her husband have experienced. After her husband has a tragic fall while on the job, suffering a Traumatic Brain Injury, their lives are changed forever in a split second. Rosch shares the daily struggles and the dark times her family has had to fight through. After giving it their all and overcoming the difficult challenges, Rosch hopes that her husband's struggles and inspiring story will give hope and courage to others suffering from a traumatic brain injury. About the AuthorCatherine Rosch is a first-time writer with a very optimistic personality. This book holds much value to Rosch and has been a type of therapy for coping with her husband's Traumatic Brain Injury. Rosch enjoys spending time with her granddaughter.

Exploring the complicated choices grandparents, specifically grandmothers, make in regards to the permanent care of their grandchildren when the parents are unable to do the job, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren offers a great deal of insight into a common, but generally underrepresented, situation. The study, in particular, was designed to examine the grandmothers' thoughts and feelings about their relationships with their substance abusing adult children. Additionally, the knowledge gained from these relationships was used to try to understand why these grandmothers take on the responsibility of caring for their grandchildren when their life plans may not have included this care-taking function at this current age or stage. Using real interviews and careful consideration of recent legislation, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren serves to educate all readers but will hold a greater appeal and effect with readers who are struggling through the situations and scenarios discussed in this text. Additionally, the text exposes a great deal of information that most family members are not offered when forced to make these tough, life-changing decisions that affect many generations.About the AuthorA native to Alabama, Sandra S. Thomas earned her Ph. D. in clinical social work from the Sanville Institute in Berkeley, California, and was inspired to write Grandparents Raising Grandchildren after closely working with families of abused children and her own personal experiences. In her free time, she enjoys reading, mentoring youth at her church, and playing board games with her friends and family. She is married with one son.

Carol and Tom Dean never believed that they could be artists. But all that changed when they started crafting together in their workshop-teaching themselves drawing, painting, and woodworking. We Met at the Dump is a celebration of how life changes. Though sometimes change is bittersweet, it can bring about some of the happiest experiences of our lives. Through their unique love story, Carol and Tom found happiness with each other and their newfound hobbies and interests, and hope to inspire others with their story.About the AuthorsCarol and Tom Dean have a combined 47 years in sanitation. They have seen many changes over the years, from incineration and landfilling of solid waste to the reuse/recycle movement.

Government corruption isn't new, but it isn't always openly discussed at length. Join author Alex Eke as he explores the immoral practices found on the African continent. Supported by facts, read about the atrocities inflicted on these countries. An in-depth analysis, Kleptocracy: African Style offers a detailed description of the wrong-doings of African government officials and a look at the future. About the AuthorCommander, Fort Leonard Wood Dental Health Activity. (2014-2017). COL Alex Eke attended the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where he received a Doctor in Dental Medicine degree in 1995. He was commissioned in the US Army Dental Corps in 1998 as a Captain and headed to his first assignment at Fort Hood Dental Activity, Billy Johnson Dental Clinic at Fort Hood, Texas. Eke's military and civilian education includes: Officers Basic and Advanced Courses, The Intermediate Level Education (ILE) Two Year General Hospital Residency, Brookdale General Medical Center Brooklyn (New York City, New York from 1995-1997), Army's Advanced Education General Dentistry Program (2006-2008 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii). Eke's awards include the Meritorious Service Medal with one Oak Leaf cluster, the Army Commendation Medal with five Oak Leaf clusters, the Army Achievement Medal, the National Defense Medal, Korean Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Expedition, Overseas Service Medal, and NATO ribbon. Eke is married. They have three daughters and one son.

Young Tamba grew up in a prosperous village with his loving parents and enjoyed a happy childhood. One day, a catastrophic hurricane ravages his village, destroying it and separating him from his parents. Forced into the tropical forest, Tamba quickly realizes he must rely on himself and the skills his parents taught him for survival. Eventually making his way to a neighboring village and reuniting with his family, Tamba learns a very important lesson about growing up and the value of listening and hard work. Join Tamba in his journey down the road to knowledge and discovery of the importance of family.About the AuthorMoses Wilson III is the fourth of five children raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After learning about his family's heritage, he discovered his descendents were of the Gullah people from Sierra Leone, Africa, known for their farming skills. He currently lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he volunteers for the Red Cross and Salvation Army. His inspiration to write this book came from the children in Biloxi, Mississippi, who were affected by Hurricane Katrina.

A desolate location in southeastern Wyoming, named Como Bluff, has a reputation as one of the best late Jurassic dinosaur fossil localities in the world. Late Jurassic is the time period from about 160 to 145 million years ago. The location was given the name Como Bluff in the 1800's when the Union Pacific Railway was being built through the area. In about 1865, examples of huge fossilized bones were sent to certain eastern US universities and museums and several distinguished vertebrate paleontologists traveled to Como Bluff where they found many specimens lying on the surface. Erosion of the Jurassic-age Morrison Formation, the host sedimentary strata, was the source. But, by 2010, after 140 years of surface activity by fossil collectors, there were no remaining fossils at the surface. A Wyoming University-educated geologist, Mike Mackenzie, who was born and raised in southeast Wyoming, theorized that the best way to search for more Jurassic fossils at this locality would be to excavate in the Morrison Formation underground. Mike envisioned underground viewing points where visitors would be able to see cleared off and exposed dinosaur fossils in the sediments within which they were entombed. This novel takes the reader underground where mining activity leads to a surprise discovery and unnerving encounters. A number of perceptions about dinosaurs will be questioned as explorers have thrilling and frightening adventures back in time and into dangerous Jurassic situations. About the AuthorR.V. Bailey was born and raised in the small coal mining town of Hanna, Wyoming, just 30 miles west of the world-famous dinosaur locality known as Como Bluff. After graduating from the University of Wyoming with a degree in geology, R.V. was appointed mine geologist for an underground uranium mine 35 miles north of Como Bluff. In that position, he developed a new theory on the deposition of uranium in the Eocene sand deposits, a theory which still stands worldwide today. Later, he carried out successful gold exploration in Alaska and, after closely observing killer whales, wrote a science fiction novel about them. Returning to Wyoming and continuing geologic studies, he decided to write about a concept he had conceived years ago: going underground to recover more fossils at Como Bluff. There were no more fossils to be found at the surface. His in-depth knowledge of underground mining, the terrain, and wildlife helped bring this novel to life. His interest in Como Bluff and dinosaur fossils grew through viewing the Morrison Formation in southeast Wyoming and while visiting museums and old excavation sites. R.V. has always been interested in dinosaurs, finding their size astounding.

Mental illness is something that cannot be ignored in today's society. Author Shelley J. Madkins hopes that this book will show someone with mental illness how to stay healthy by following their treatment team's directives. The author's own experiences with mental illness will enlighten friends and family of those affected by the same obstacles. The book depicts how to detect and react to a family member's relapse or initial episode. Madkins was prompted to write this book to help anyone who is a schizophrenic like herself, and written to take a reader deep into the darkness of mental illness.About the AuthorShelley J. Madkins has four paralegal diplomas. One is an associate's degree, two are career diplomas and one is a certificate in paralegal studies. Madkins also has two other career diplomas: one in criminal justice and another in bookkeeping/accounting. She is also a few classes away from her bachelor's degree in legal studies. Madkins is also a published poet.

It's safe to say all of us yearn to seek all of the wonderful things this life has to offer. Author Arthur H. Zimmerman presents to us his wonderful things in his Book of Poems.An enjoyable read-threaded with topics on life and love, and also silly things-Book of Poems is a great "relax in your chair with a cup of coffee" kind of book.About the Author Arthur H. Zimmerman was born in Pennsylvania in April 1942. After high school graduation, he joined the U.S. Army, and is a Vietnam veteran. He has worked as a heavy-duty truck technician and received his state inspection license. Arthur married in June 1969. He and his wife have two sons, a daughter, one grandson, and four granddaughters. He currently lives in Rocklin, California.

The Anchor of Soul is a guide to the love of God. Youngsun Chae has experienced joy and gratitude by living with God in her life. This book is about reflecting upon your life so that you, too, can become closer to the Heavenly Father and experience true joy. These letters are Chae's experiences as she walked through the most difficult times in her life. The voice of God inspired her to write these letters, which ultimately healed her pain and sorrow and made her a stronger, happier person. About the AuthorYoungsun Chae was born in Seoul, South Korea, and has lived in Iowa City, Iowa, for more than twenty years. She graduated from the Seoul National University. After marriage, she and her husband graduated from the Korean Methodist Theological Seminary and have served the Methodist Church for more than thirty years. They have two grown daughters, both of whom are accomplished dentists. Chae's home, located in a small valley within the deep woods, has been a source of inspiration for her and has cultivated her love of Mother Nature and animals. Chae enjoys gardening, although her real love is writing poetry and essays. She received the New Poet's Award in 2012 and the grand prize in the poetry category from the Creative Literature Society of Korea in 2017. She has published three poetry books and one essay book. She looks forward to continuing to share the joy she receives from nature and God through her writing and poetry.

From a small Amish town near Lancaster to the wide open West, David J. Stoltzfus makes his way to the Montana wilderness for the hiking trip of his life: two weeks in the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Located just south of Glacier National Park near the Flathead Indian Reservation, the Bob Marshall Wilderness, named for an early conservationist and co-founder of The Wilderness Society, encompasses over a million acres of rivers, mountains, and wild country. Miles from civilization, camping under the stars and fishing for his dinner, Stoltzfus ruminates on the deep connection between ourselves and the earth. Part travelogue, part theological review, Sixteen Days in the Bob Marshall Wilderness captures one man's incredible experience in the wild. About the AuthorDavid J. Stoltzfus was born and raised in the plain communities of Lancaster and Chester Counties in southeastern Pennsylvania. On the home farm where he was born, he raises beef cattle, hay, and corn, in addition to running a machine shop where he welds and provides custom work for farm machinery, trailers, and construction equipment. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and hiking-and most of all, writing about those adventures.

One of the most famous races in history was between the turtle and the hare. But what would happen if they raced again? Turtle Is Back in the Race! gives us this rematch as Turtle Tortellini and Rabbit Arrowly race to raise money so their friend Duckie Cookie can enter the big cookie contest. Will Rabbit have learned a lesson from the earlier race, or will slow and steady win again? Read Turtle Is Back in the Race! to find out. The book also contains a list of questions at the end for readers to answer and discuss.About the AuthorFran Ghadimi loves children and is passionate about their education. She lives in San Jose, California.

As summer approaches and the classroom windows open, students find themselves bullied by the Bullying Bee. He just won't leave them alone! Any elementary student can relate to this situation, where a bee flies in and distracts the class. What are the students and teacher to do? In Bullying Bee Learns Its Lesson the bullying bee flies around the room. Will he learn to behave? Color along in these delightful pages and find out!About the AuthorDorothy M. Smith MED is a graduate of Robert A. Taft High School, Wittenberg University, and Xavier University. She holds a B.A. of Fine Arts, as well as Master of Education. Having taught for 37 years, she has been listed in Who's Who Among America's Teachers. In addition to being a published author, Smith is also an active artist and member of the Cincinnati Art Museum. The inspiration for Bullying Bee came when she was bullied and bothered by a bee while she was painting.