Inspirational Adventure

Delve into the home of the world's most beloved bear! The Natural World of Winnie-the-Pooh explores the magical landscapes where Pooh, Christopher Robin, and their friends live and play. The Hundred Acre Wood - the setting for Winnie-the-Pooh's adventures - was inspired by Ashdown Forest, a wildlife haven that spans more than 6,000 acres in southeast England.

The Earl’s Son is a novella set in a fantasy medieval-like world that blends adventure and romance. Lord Filbert falls in love with a commoner, Sally, but she flees from him after learning that their marriage was false. Sally gives birth to Lord Filbert’s son without naming him as the father. She is kidnapped when her village is pillaged, but hides the boy named Salvo in the bushes and he's rescued, the only survivor of the attack to be found alive. The boy is raised by foster parents and trained in archery. Years pass and Salvo and Lord Filbert’s legitimate children from a later ...

A Fantasy Short Story Amidst a world where only the powerful leaders hold the ability to grant wishes, Rachel, a curious young woman, stumbles upon a crystal that gives her the power to fulfill her deepest desires. With her newfound ability, Rachel must grapple with the immense responsibility and potential consequences that come with her actions. Will she risk everything to fulfill her own wishes, or will she find a greater purpose in using her powers for the betterment of others? “The Forbidden Wish" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys fantasy short stories of adventure, self-discovery,...

Embrace the spirit of Africa with NnaNna, the strong-willed child! Embark on a powerful adventure with NnaNna, a boy born in the heart of Africa. This collection of poems chronicles his childhood, exploring universal themes of resilience, self-discovery, and inner strength. Witness NnaNna confront challenges, experience the sting of betrayal and injustice, and celebrate the triumphs that ignite his potential. Through his journey, you'll discover the unwavering spirit that lies within us all. NnaNna's story is your invitation to explore your own heritage and the greatness that resides within...

Jetta is a wanted criminal. The army wants her for treason against the crown, for the sabotage of Hell’s Court temple, and for the murder of General Legarde. They also want her for the power in her blood - the magic that captures wandering spirits to give life to puppets, to rocks, to paper...to weapons. They’re willing to trade the elixir that treats Jetta’s madness for the use of her blood. The rebels want her, too, to help them reclaim their country. Jetta may be the one who can tip the scales in this war.

Convinced that Jesus places love for the poor and the pursuit of justice central, Craig Greenfield has sought to follow in Christ’s footsteps by living among people at the edges of society for the last fourteen years. His quest to follow this Subversive Jesus has taken Craig and his young family from the slums of Asia to inner city Canada and back again. This is the story of how Jesus led them to the margins.

Teo, a seventeen-year-old Jade semidiós and the trans son of the goddess of birds, isn't worried about the Trials...at least, not for himself. His best friend, Niya is a Gold semidiós and a shoo-in for the Trials, and while he trusts her abilities, the odds of becoming the sacrifice is one-in-ten. But then, for the first time in over a century, the impossible happens. Sol chooses not one, but two Jade competitors. Teo, and Xio, the thirteen-year-old child of the god of bad luck. Now they must compete in five trials against Gold opponents who are more powerful and better trained.

This is the updated Second Edition of the book 'Cycling to the South Pole'. It contains extended historical content and an additional chapter celebrating Maria's 10-year anniversary. It also includes unseen colour photographs from the expedition. It had been deemed impossible, but British woman Maria Leijerstam made history on December 27, 2013, by becoming the first person in the world to cycle to the South Pole from the edge of the Antarctic continent. Simultaneously, she set a second world record for the fastest human-powered coast-to-South Pole traverse. For four years, Maria fought ...

What We Remember is the fourth book in the continuing story of two families who meet at a time in their lives when change seem to be taking place almost every day. Hyde Hills Township is home to two women who meet at a time in their lives when they find themselves asking questions that have no easy answers. Catherine Holden and Grace Allen have made changes in their lives to care for their mothers. Each of them believe that any adjustments they’ve made are minor compared to the harsh reality their mothers must live with every day. Over the years since their journey began they’ve learned...

Romance and adventure! When you are running from both the police and dangerous killers, you start to run out of options. Abbie has a briefcase full of evidence that a mob boss wants, as it shows corruption in high places orchestrated by him. She is framed for murder and goes on the run. The policeman bringing her back is targeted along with her, and helps her as they try to get the evidence to the right person.

Ishbel Rose Holmes was adrift and alone when she set out to bicycle across the world. She was pedaling across Turkey when a street dog, Lucy, crossed her path and changed her life forever. Ishbel did not want anything or anyone to slow her down, but when she witnessed Lucy attacked by other dogs, Ishbel rescued her - forming a deep bond between the pair. Ishbel recognized her own vulnerability in her new canine friend and launched a heartfelt mission to find Lucy a home and give her a happy life.

A flight medic and an acrophobic marshal…can they overcome their fears to embrace a forever love? After an injury forces Deputy U.S. Marshal Ryker McLane off duty, he retreats to his hometown to recover and reevaluate his career. But that down time quickly disintegrates after someone threatens his childhood friend “Dane.” But Danae isn’t his best friend’s little sister anymore and protecting—and resisting—the beautiful and generous woman takes more energy than hunting down her attacker. Flight Medic Danae Huntley has loved Ryker since the day he joined their motley family at ...

A routine audit… Hardly. Especially after the crazed client tries to snatch her daughter! Wilhelmina “Willow” Berkshire doesn’t have a choice but to seek help from her ex-fiancé, right? After all, the man carries a gun. But that same blue uniform killed her mother and brother, and trusting Gunner again after…well, she’d forgive him since he agreed to protect Tessa. But how ironic that her “safe” job hurled her daughter into danger. She trusts Gunner with Tessa’s safety, but Willow’s heart is off limits. A “new” man… Leaving Mina a month before their wedding was ...

Torturous nights spent alone, worrying about her undercover detective husband’s whereabouts. Resenting his constant companion—danger—and the thousands of unanswered phone calls and texts. And then that dreaded call, the one she knew would come eventually. After his tragic death, Avery Derose doesn’t want any part of that life anymore and opens The Favor, a shelter for troubled and hurting teens. Among her first guests? A frightened runaway and…Deputy US Marshal Trent Burdine, a man who challenges her vow never to love another lawman. Some days Trent Burdine doesn’t like his job....

Have you been putting off that trip of a lifetime hoping for a special someone to accompany you? Do you find yourself getting bored with the same old girls' weekends? Are you hesitant to step out of your comfort zone, plan a solo vacation, and just go? From pastries in Vienna to becoming a tourist in your own town and all points in between, this travel memoir and guidebook will inspire you to seek romance and adventure on your own terms. You will also get practical advice on how to stay safe while traveling single, create a budget, prepare and pack efficiently, and more.

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Africa with "Wildlife Wonders: Short Stories from Africa." This enchanting compilation weaves together 10 delightful short stories, each featuring a unique cast of characters, including the curious aye aye, the playful fennec fox, the majestic elephant, the swift cheetah, and many more fascinating creatures.

Step into a timeless story – retold for today’s youth. The Pilgrim's Progress (Book 2): Retold for the Next Generation brings John Bunyan’s enduring allegory to life in a fresh, relatable way that speaks to the hearts of teens and young readers. The journey doesn't end with Christian… In The Pilgrim's Progress (Book 2): Retold for the Next Generation, the classic allegory continues – now reimagined for today's teens and young readers. Follow Christiana, Christian's wife, and her children as they leave behind the City of Destruction and begin their own life-changing pilgrimage to ...

When their parents feel called to Africa as missionaries, their two children react in different ways. Ten-year-old Jolie cooperates and does her best to adapt to a strange new land, Nigeria. But her older brother Derek rebels, angry at having to leave his friends and comfortable home in Prairie Lake, Minnesota. When Derek meets a native boy about his age, he learns more about life than he ever thought possible as they encounter a witch doctor who wants them dead and poachers who kidnap them. Assignment Nigeria is Book 1 in the Missionary Kids Series.

The story is a memoir told by Anna, about a year in her life that held serious struggles for her when she was about to turn 11 years old. This bright, introspective child lost her loving father and gradually came to realize that he had held their little family together with his charm and philosophical outlook. His strengths are lacking in Anna's mother, and she folds in her new responsibilities. This book is written to inspire, to show that no matter how ugly life can get, the power of life itself will support you. Anna is different from most other children because she learns to look inward...

Time is running out. Lives hang in the balance. And someone wants her breakthrough discovery - at any cost. In the high-stakes world of pharmaceutical research, brilliant scientist Astrid Larsen races against time to find a cure for the devastating disease that took her husband. When her groundbreaking research becomes the target of corporate espionage, she's forced to accept protection from Flynn Rexford, a former Special Forces operative with his own desperate stake in her success - his daughter is dying from the same disease. As threats escalate and their professional boundaries blur ...