Some days it doesn't pay to be the hero. Consumed by grief, Noah can't remember what a shower feels like. When the Estonian Coven plasters his face on wanted posters, Castle Dragon hides him away in the mystical Cromwell Forest. A careless comment binds him to a Fae agreement, and suddenly Noah must solve a ghost's murder. He's a probationary apprentice wizard who can't keep his mouth shut. And that's exactly what lands him on a quest to unravel the mystery of the Griffin Moonstone. When his friend Jesse tracks him down, he convinces Noah to go along with his outrageous plan to enter the Winter Games. Ranger, who's been assigned to protect Noah, reluctantly agrees to coach the...

Aghast at American cinema's descent into boundary-pushing violence, famed Hollywood director J. Edgar Schnatz decides to move in the opposite direction-a celebration of sexuality. But making the world's first mainstream adult film comes with its own unique set of challenges, from finding a willing cast and sufficient financing to getting that all-important NC-17 rating.

Life in Aspen has always been full of surprises. The small ski town tucked away in the Rocky Mountains has gone through many phases over the years, each bringing something new and exciting to explore. Through it all, one constant remains: the children of Aspen have seen it all. From its humble beginnings as a mining village to its current status as an international winter playground, generations of kids have watched their home grow and evolve around them with eyes full of wonder and curiosity. In this book, we will follow these intrepid adventurers as they journey through time - from when they first learned how to ski on Buttermilk Mountain to when they became the first snowboarder...

DRUMMING UP THE DEADA collection of truly compelling, haunting and paranormal stories from childhood to present day written by drummer Jéan Boomer Grenier. A look into the afterlife consisting of spine-chilling horror, the unexplained and validation that there is something after this life as we know it. Jéan Boomer Grenier shares his personal experiences and takes you deep into various aspects of paranormal hauntings, poltergeists, premonitions and unexplainable happenings that he has witnessed first hand.Mystery, bewilderment and the longing to know what comes after this lifetime has always been a question of intrigue. These stories will keep you on the edge of your seat. They provide you...

Had it not been for the scent bottles, it is unlikely that Daniel Shelbourne, Viscount Reculver, and Anna Hawthorne of Hawthorne’s Porcelain would ever have met.Daniel’s late father left him an impoverished estate – which he had expected – and unexplained debts, which he hadn’t. Anna inherited a thriving business, along with the knowledge and passion required to run it.Daniel needs money quickly if his family is to avoid ruin.Anna wants to create a tribute to her father’s vision and skill.He is desperate; she, astute and determined.So when Anna hears whispers that Lord Reculver is discreetly selling some of his possessions, she remembers the large collection of scent bottles purc...

At the end of his Grand Tour, somewhere between Athens and Constantinople, Christian Selwyn, the young Earl of Hazelmere, vanished - seemingly without trace.

His startling re-appearance at a grand ball, takes society by storm and fuels endless speculation. Where has he been during these three missing years? What happened to him? 

And more importantly, how did it happen? 

Only one thing is clear.  The earl who left England five years ago, has returned a changed man.  A man with secrets.

**In the Depths of Despair, Rebellion Takes Flight…**From the imaginative pen of R.A. Lingenfelter, arrives the third installment in the multi-award-winning series, ‘Rise of Falcons’. Prepare to dive headfirst into a realm of suspense, intrigue, and chills which will redefine epic fantasy. R.A. Lingenfelter invites you on a relentless journey through intricately crafted worlds, testing the mettle of characters you’ve grown to love, and introducing you to ones you’ll never forget.If you thought the first two books had you on the edge of your seat, prepare to lose yourself completely in the mesmerizing saga. The stakes are higher, the destinies are intertwined and the challenges they...

In ‘Flight of Sparrows’, renowned author R.A. Lingenfelter immerses you in a vivid, post-apocalyptic world where strength and courage are the currencies of survival.Follow Willow, our resilient protagonist, as she pushes back against her faction, The Crows, who, in a world gone wild, have become more akin to timid sparrows than the hardened warriors they were meant to be. Embark on an absorbing tale of grit, determination, and conflict as Willow strikes out on her own, battling not only external enemies but also the internal demons that threaten to unravel her.Discover whether the spark of rebellion within her can ignite a revolution that will change their world forever. Dive into R.A Li...

The Fun ABC Flipbook is a great tool for young children to learn their alphabet letters and how to spell.  Children's illustrator Shelley Dieterichs uses 6 of her illustrated alphabets  - boys, girls, sports, cats, dogs and zoo animals in this fun flipbook.  There are three complete sets of alphabets using the mixed up letters sitting side by side and spirally bound at the top edge so children can flip the letters and make three letter words.  

In a forgotten corner of the Caribbean, where maps shrink and ambitions grow, an ordinary man buys a country... and becomes king.

Carmelo Pinzón was not a hero, nor a brilliant politician, nor a revolutionary. Just a man with enough money and insufficient common sense. But in San Tiburcio del Sur, that was enough to found a kingdom, crown himself sovereign, and begin to rule amid absurd decrees, ridiculous banquets, and increasingly shady business deals.

Countless "truth is stranger than fiction" tales, 177 magical concerts, 100 unique bands, 50 years of finding a way to the next show, and 10 Rules Of The Road all add up to 1 ordinary guy's extraordinary love letter to live rock & roll.From scalping tickets to catch Captain Fantastic at the height of his success to missing the opportunity to see Sir Paul close down Shea Stadium; from meeting one band in the middle of 43rd street to watching another play in a parking lot; from seeing a crowd throw objects at an amateur lead-in band to hearing two legends, Macca and Bruce, play “I Saw Her Standing There” - twice in a row; from never seeing Van Morrison play “Someone Like You” to ha...

025 Achievements: Ultimate Championship Trophy, Outstanding Creator Awards • Best Writing (Fiction), Best Fiction, Best Fantasy, Best Action/Adventure, Best Myths/Legends, Best Romance, Best World-Building, Best Character (Natharr), Coolest Character (Natharr), Hottest/Most Beautiful/Handsome Character (Darshelle), Best Couple (Natharr & Darshelle), Outstanding Creator Awards • Best Character: Honorable Mention (Darshelle, Nathan), Best Supporting Character: Honorable Mention (Ellis the True, King Valane), Best Villain: Honorable Mention (Brandt the Usurper), Outstanding Creator Awards2024 Achievements: International Impact Book Award • Book of the Week, LitLinks, December 20242023...