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"Jake Page is one of the Southwest's most distinguished writers."-The Denver PostA bizarre murder leaves two teenagers dead in a desert arroyo, their naked bodies side by side, face up under the New Mexican sun. Near them, etched in stone, is a symbol unlike any Native American marking. What does it signify? The puzzle is made to order for Mo Bowdre's quirky and capacious intelligence. But Bowdre, a wildlife sculptor and occasional sleuth, may be in over his head, as he becomes embroiled in a possible case of ritual killing-and a certain malice. . . .Praise for A Certain Malice"In a long tradition of oddball amateur detectives, the flamboyant Bowdre is a welcome addition. He's certainly offbeat and larger than life."-L.A. Life"Page's mysteries are standouts."-The Houston Chronicle"Move over, Tony Hillerman"-The Seattle Times/Post-Intelligencer

The stories in this acclaimed debut all take place in the state of Maine—which quickly comes to stand for the state we're all in when we face the moments that change our lives forever. Two roughneck hockey players are kicked off the team and forced to join the drama club. A young bartender at a party of coastal aristocrats has to deal with the surreal request to put a rich old coot out of his misery. Can a father defend his family if the diver helping to free the tangled propeller of their boat turns out to be a real threat?With humor, a piercing eye, and a sense that danger often lies just around the corner, Robinson gives us a variety of vivid characters, wealthy and poor, delinquent and romantic, while illuminating the mythic, universal implications of so-called ordinary life. These stories are at once classic and modern; taken together, they bring the good news that an important, compassionate new voice in American fiction has arrived.

Eight men and eight women-the best writers in and out of the mystery field-render their very own, original take on love gone wrong in this collection of stories. Animosity and affection intermingle dangerously in these delightfully deadly works by: William J. Caunitz, Carol Higgins Clark, Mary Higgins Clark, James Crumley, John Gardner, Faye Kellerman, Jonathan Kellerman, Elmore Leonard, Ed McBain, Michael Malone, Bobbie Ann Mason, Joyce Carol Oates, Sara Paretsky, Anne Perry, Shel Silverstein, and Donna Tartt.An innovative anthology about men, women, and crimes of passion, Murder For Love brings to light the dark side of love.

"This delightful book is a must for all new or old puppy owners. We can all learn from Elizabeth Randolph's sage advice."-William J. Kay, D.V.M., chief of staff, The Animal Medical Center Love is not enough if you want your puppy to grow up into a responsive, well-adjusted dog. Without the proper training and care, that sweet irresistible bundle of joy can quickly turn into an impossible burden. Thanks to pet care expert Elizabeth Randolph, you can happily raise your puppy without pain. More than a simple training book, How to Help Your Puppy Grow Up to Be a Wonderful Dog works with your puppy's natural stages of development. Month-by-month, you'll not only learn the specific physical and psychological changes your pet is going through, but you'll also discover the very best times to successfully train your puppy for: • housebreaking • obedience • leash walking • car manners Plus, learn all the ins and outs of puppy ownership-from choosing the best breed for you and your family to puppy-proofing your home to neutering. You'll also find special tips for stopping bad behavior-aggression and separation anxiety-right in its tracks.

"Outstanding...A fun-to-read mixture of homicide and humor."THE PITTSBURGH PRESSIn this, the seventh adventure in the Claire Malloy series, Claire discovers a lot about her late, unlamented husband. The viperish family matriarch, Miss Justicia, gives a preview of her latest will at the decaying family estate in Louisiana. From snobbish Cousin Maxie and timid, tippling Pauline to beautiful Ellie and her porky dad, the Malloys appear a poisonous lot--and appeareances in this case are not deceiving. When Miss Jusiticia and her wheelchair end up in the bayou, Claire is certain that one of them assisted the old lady to her death. And snakes, snipers, and tapeworms notwithstanding, she's prepared to prove it....

"GRIPPING."--BooklistA crane falls on a hapless mother of two, almost crushing her to death . . . A trauma victim of a helicopter crash desperately clings to life . . . A paralegal aide suffers a violent seizure from a cocaine overdose and gasps for breath . . . Welcome to the ER at Bellevue Hospital, the frontline trenches of medicine where doctors fight around-the-clock to save lives at a frenetic pace of quick decisions and real life-and-death drama.Some three hundred people slam through these hospital doors every day. Gunshot cops, battered kids, drug addicts, and suicides. Destitute drunks, bag ladies, AIDS sufferers, and accident victims. It's a bizarre parade of humanity looking for help in the one place they know they can find it: the ER."Gut-wrenching, heartwarming, and instructive about the exigencies of this branch of medicine as practiced at this legendary institution."--Publishers Weekly

Are you one of the millions of people searching for natural ways to improve yourself and eliminate bad habits? Hypnosis is a highly effective tool for behavior modification-and this practical and inspiring handbook will show you how to begin today to use hypnosis to change your life.Hypnosis For Change provides simple, step-by-step details to help you harness the power of your own mind. You'll learn about the different trance states, the effective use of treatment scripts for either self-hypnosis or the hypnosis of others, and the best use of these techniques to bring you success.

The compelling story of three black women who meet at a New England college in the late sixties and form a friendship that will guide them through the changes, the joys, and the tears of the coming years Faith, small-boned and delicate, the daughter of a strong-willed mother and a father she no longer remembers, longs for the one experience that will show her to herself. Serena, a passionate and outspoken radical, has an intense political commitment and pride in her African roots, which will lead her to find a life on a continent far away. And Crystal, a poet from girlhood, has a long love affair with words that will be put to the ultimate test when she must explain to her father her love for a man of another race.Praise for A Woman's Place "A radical new talent . . . The poignancy invites comparison to The Color Purple."-New Woman "A book that should be bought, read, and cherished, because it is a story of hope, a story of triumph and, above all, a testimony to resilience."-The Philadelphia Tribune

According to ancient Black Forest legend, on the Night of the Seventh Moon, Loke, the God of Mischief, is at large in the world. It is a night for festivity and joyful celebration. It is a night for singing and dancing. And it is a night for love.Helena Trant was enchanted by everything she found in the Black Forest -- especially its legends. But then, on the Night of the Seventh Moon, she started to live one of them, and the enchantment turned suddenly into a terrifying nightmare . . .

Rose Fenemore is taking a break from her Cambridge teaching post in an isolated cottage on the island of Moila. One evening, she is shocked to discover an attractive stranger, Ewen Mackay, in her kitchen, who claims to have grown up in the cottage. She is tempted to believe him, when another man seeks shelter from the storm. John Parsons also rouses Rose's skepticism...and more tender feelings as well. And as the truth about the two men unfolds, the stormy petrels, fragile elusive birds who fly close to the waves, come to symbolize Rose's confusion and the mystery of her future....

In A World Beyond, Arthur Ford gave Ruth Montgomery six predictions. Every one has come true! Now he returns with secret lore of the past and startling glimpses of the future. Here is the extraordinary story of Creation and the fabulous lost worlds of Atlantis and Mu, the past lives of Winston Churchill, Franklin Roosevelt, Jackie Onassis, Richard Nixon, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, and other celebrities. The World Before forecasts things to come, among them:• A solution to the world's energy problem• A reduction in crime throughout America• The rise of a new national leader-in GermanyThe World Before is a dramatic and exciting book that will capture the imagination of everyone who seeks a deeper understanding of the mysteries of life.