Adult Nonfiction

"How to Write a Short Paranormal Story: A Comprehensive Guide to Crafting Ghostly, Spooky Narratives" will help you unleash your imagination in the realm of the unexplained. This comprehensive guide gives both aspiring and experienced writers the tools they need to create captivating short Paranormal stories. Learn about the nuances of the genre, the secrets of suspenseful storytelling, and how to create unforgettable characters. We've got you covered from initial inspiration, world-building, and plotting to revision, feedback, and the path to publication. This book provides step-by-step ...

From the start, his path was never predictable. Steve Jobs was given up for adoption at birth, dropped out of college after one semester, and at the age of 20, created Apple in his parents' garage with his friend Steve Wozniack. Then came the core and hallmark of his genius - his exacting insistence on perfection, his counterculture life approach, and his level of taste and style that pushed all boundaries.

Discover the captivating world of Bigfoot with our thrilling trivia book, "The Forest's Best-Kept Secret: BIGFOOT." Prepare to embark on a journey into the realm of the legendary Sasquatch, where mysteries and secrets await. Delve into the hidden depths of Bigfoot lore as we unearth fascinating tales, explore ancient myths, and examine the most compelling evidence. From spine-tingling encounters to unexplained phenomena, this book is packed with intriguing facts that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Uncover the truth behind the enigmatic forest giants as you immerse yourself in ...

Are you looking for; an excellent resource for teenagers seeking guidance, as well as parents, educators, and mentors looking to support the next generation? This book is; A transformative guide specially crafted for teenagers seeking to navigate the complexities of adolescence with confidence and purpose. Packed with invaluable life lessons, this book empowers teenagers to unlock their full potential and thrive in every aspect of their lives. Engaging and relatable stories and examples make these lessons easy to understand and apply in real-life situations. Covers essential topics like ...

When 12-year-old Waka’s parents suspect she can’t understand the basic Japanese they speak to her, they make a drastic decision to send her to Tokyo to live for several months with her strict grandmother. Forced to say good-bye to her friends and what would have been her summer vacation, Waka is plucked from her straight-A-student life in rural Kansas and flown across the globe, where she faces the culture shock of a lifetime.

Anyone can survive, but it takes gumption to thrive. “Usually, patients with a chronic illness become mentally ill.” Suzana Sandoval’s doctor commented. “I’m in awe as to how well you tolerate your disease. You’re different than our regular patients.” He continued, “We can’t justify billing your insurance for a psychiatrist. Instead, we’re going to use you as a case study to help other transplant patients.” Are you kidding? I’m in awe that I’m still alive. But don’t you think for a minute, Doc, that I don’t get the insanity slump. All the rules to keep me from ...

Have you opened all the gifts God has for you? When it comes to studying spiritual gifts of the Holy Spirit, service gifts might seem less fascinating than power gifts like healing or miracles. But look again. Think how the humble graces of service work hand-in-hand with the full range of supernatural power gifts. Did you know the gift of encouragement could stir the voice of prophecy? Administrative gifts can be empowered by distinguishing of spirits. Hospitality opens the door to healing. Words of wisdom enrich ministry. Intercessory prayer ministry can be divinely super-charged with ...

Includes detailed ghost encounters from various areas of the ship! The crown jewel of British shipbuilding, the RMS Queen Mary is indeed the unrivaled "Queen of the Seas." With her rich art deco design, the Queen Mary began her journey as a luxurious ocean liner. She then proved her worth and courage during World War II before coming to rest at Long Beach, California, and once again opening her decks to the public as a museum and hotel. But the Queen Mary's intrigue does not all lie in the past: Many ghosts and spirits now call the beautiful ship their home, forever ensuring that the Queen ...

The astounding story of one girl's journey from war victim to UNICEF Special Representative. As a child in a small rural village in Sierra Leone, Mariatu Kamara lived peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Rumors of rebel attacks were no more than a distant worry. But when 12-year-old Mariatu set out for a neighboring village, she never arrived. Heavily armed rebel soldiers attacked and tortured Mariatu. During this brutal act of senseless violence they cut off both of her hands.

The journals of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark remain the single most important document in the history of American exploration. This compact volume of their journals, compiled by American Book Award nominee Landon Y. Jones, includes all of the most riveting tales of their adventure, in their own words.

Need a quick hit of inspiration to start your day? Discover the bite-sized way to get your head right in a hurry. Struggling to place one foot in front of the other? Feeling trapped in a spiral of negative thoughts? Lacking ideas to help elevate your being? As a man who’s packed lifetimes of living into his thirty-seven years, Topher Pike knows how to cut to the heart of truth. Now he’s here to share with you over a hundred fast and easy ways to seize control of your destiny and walk on the sunny side of the street. 101 Quotes That Will Change Your Life is an uplifting guide to ...

Paranormal Researcher Kitsie Duncan lived most of her life terrified of the existence of the paranormal. After losing her father she wanted to know more about life after death. This hunger for knowledge led her to the world of ghost hunting and paranormal research. Quickly she found herself obsessed with proving that the spirit world isn’t as scary as many think. For over twelve years, she and her crew at the Oddity Files have investigated some of the most infamous haunted locations in the world and come away with evidence that will prove to you, that not only are these locations haunted,...

In Evict Evil, follow the journey of Tim Drobnick, a resilient telemarketing manager navigating a world of corporate intrigue, supernatural occurrences, and personal trials. Tim's professional life at New Day Marketing is a balancing act of managing a diverse team, dealing with the unpredictable and often ruthless decisions of his boss, Dagger, and facing the ominous presence of a figure named Dale. Amidst these challenges, Tim finds solace and guidance in his metaphysical flights and encounters with the enigmatic Sheena. As Tim struggles to maintain fairness and integrity in the cutthroat ...

One day, not so very many years ago, a small peasant boy was chosen to study ballet at the Beijing Dance Academy. His mother urged him to take this chance of a lifetime. But Li was only eleven years old and he was scared and lonely, pushed away from all that he had ever known and loved. He hated the strict training routines and the strange place he had been brought to. All he wanted to do was go home - to his mother, father, and six brothers, to his own small village. But soon Li realised that his mother was right. He had the chance to do something special with his life - and he never turned back.

Does it ever feel impossible to strike up a simple conversation with people to make new friends? Perhaps you get frustrated watching classmates converse with each other, striking up new friendships in the blink of an eye. Don’t worry. Your days of social anxiety are over! Maybe you've tried making friends in the past, but whenever the conversation goes flat or becomes awkward, you find it too stressful and difficult to rectify the situation, and you leave conversations feeling deflated and unmotivated. Teens’ Guide to Making Friends will teach you ways to talk to others with confidence,...

★ Bowling Through India is the exhilarating true story of Justin Brown's journey through the heart of India. From the bustling streets of Kolkata to tea shops in Darjeeling, Brown takes readers on a wild ride as he and ‘The Black Craps’ navigate the challenges and triumphs of competing in slums, cemeteries and exotic locations - mostly against ten year old kids! Joining Justin in the van is a high-country farmer, a savvy businessman, a world class photographer with bowel issues, and a shoestring traveller named Blanket Boy. Together the amateur sportsmen take to the streets of India ...

Who is Jesus? Although many will debate the existence of God, few people will question whether Jesus of Nazareth actually existed. Exactly who Jesus is, however, is a topic rife with many opinions. Both religious and non-religious folks want to know who Jesus is— who he is according to the Bible, who he is in Christianity, and what he means to individuals. “Who is Jesus?” was searched on Google 1,220,000 times in 2018 and 1,500,000 times in 2019. Plus, there are tons of people proposing to answer the question. Searches in February 2020 produced over 1.21 billion results in .49 seconds...

In spring of 1918, World War I was underway, and troops at Fort Riley, Kansas, found themselves felled by influenza. By the summer of 1918, the second wave struck as a highly contagious and lethal epidemic and within weeks exploded into a pandemic, an illness that travels rapidly from one continent to another. It would impact the course of the war, and kill many millions more soldiers than warfare itself.

Embark on a wild journey with three male sea lions as they navigate the tumultuous waters of friendship and folly, sprinkled with uproarious human dialogue for added hilarity! But this isn't just a tale of marine mischief – it's a captivating exploration of the secret lives of sea lions and the profound message of conservation that lies beneath the surface. Prepare to be hooked from the first flipper flip to the last belly laugh! Dive into the adventure now on Amazon Kindle and Kindle Unlimited, and discover why everyone's talking about this uproariously silly sea lion story!

In the midst of a chaotic world, where self-criticism and constant comparison seem to prevail, "The Path to Self-Compassion: Nurturing Inner Peace in a Chaotic World" offers a guiding light towards a more compassionate and fulfilling life. Through insightful- and practical exercises, and gentle encouragement, this book teaches us to embrace self-compassion as the key to finding inner peace, cultivating resilience, and fostering meaningful connections with others. Whether you are seeking overcome self-doubt, or simply navigate life's challenges with greater ease, this powerful guide will ...