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Desmond Harvey, haunted by a past he cannot escape, flees the relentless pursuit of a witch hunter across the wilds of England. Seeking refuge, he sets sail for the New World, hoping to lose himself in the anonymity of colonial Massachusetts. Yet, upon his arrival in the year 1692, Desmond's search for peace is abruptly interrupted. On his first day in this new land, Desmond encounters four enigmatic strangers who claim to be travelers from a distant future. With their arrival, his world is irrevocably altered, thrusting him into a maelstrom of uncertainty and intrigue. These newfound ...

I.L. Peretz, the acknowledged "Father of Yiddish Literature", captured the essence of Eastern European Jewish life. He wrote of the magical quality of kindness, and the bitter fruits of blind faith.

Divine Stories and Heartfelt Prayers Dive into a world where ancient wisdom meets modern souls. This book is a sacred sanctuary, a treasure trove of stories touching the heart and praying that ignite the spirit. Explore the Depths of Divine Tales Embark on a journey through enchanting narratives across cultures, traditions, and time. Be captivated by the timeless tales that carry profound lessons, awakening your inner wisdom. Connect with the Sacred Immerse yourself in the power of heartfelt prayers that transcend words, bridging the gap between the earthly and the divine. Each prayer is a ...

Jehovah's Witnesses: Outside Closed Doors is the sequel to Jehovah's Witnesses: Behind Closed Doors, by author, Daniel Rodriguez. The story continues with Carlo de Luca, Ray Fuentes, Gerald & Sonya Weber and their daughter Sandra. The early setting for this story began in 1966 - the year the Watchtower organization was adamant the world was going to end in 1975. The story of these fictitious characters revolved around actual historical events; but what became of our characters? What new challenges do they face? In Jehovah's Witnesses: Outside Closed Doors, 25 years has now past. Our story ...

This collection of Christian-based short stories draws inspiration from the timeless wisdom of the Book of Proverbs, offering modern reflections on its ancient teachings. Each story weaves together everyday experiences and challenges with profound biblical truths, highlighting themes of wisdom, humility, integrity, and the fear of the Lord. The characters in these stories face dilemmas that encourage them to seek God's guidance in their decisions, relationships, and personal growth. Through both triumph and failure, the narrative threads emphasize how living according to divine wisdom leads...

Bible Stores includes 33 of the best known stories from the Holy Bible, including Adam and Eve, Noah and the Ark, Hagar and Ishmael, Abraham and Issac, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Gideon, Samson, Ruth, David, Solomon, Elijah, Daniel, Jesus' birth, the Wise Men, Jesus in the temple, the Sermon on the Mount, the good shepherd, the betrayal of Jesus, and many more.

A sequel to Stories for the Heart, More Stories for the Heart offers up over 100 stories that hug listeners' hearts and encourage their souls. This treasury of timeless tales, written by some of the best Christian communicators today, offers a wealth of compassion and love certain to minister to multiple generations. Listeners will find themselves sharing these uplifting tales in conversation and letting the stories' wisdom inspire their thinking.

Perhaps no Christmas novel is more beloved than Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, and no holiday poem more well-known than Clement Clarke Moore’s “’Twas the Night Before Christmas”. Together, these classic literary masterpieces warm our hearts and remind us of the joy and love to be discovered anew each Christmas morning. A Classic Christmas features both of these traditional works, as well as other vintage poems and stories that celebrate the timeless truths of the holiday season.

Here are only a few of the new friends you’ll meet in TEENAGE CHRISTIAN, Inspirational Short Stories for Guys: DAVID, proud to be the owner of his grandfather’s Civil War-era rifle—a family heirloom—discovers the hard way that only a fine line separates adoration and idolatry. TIM, caught in a fierce tornado, has nowhere to run, except straight into the loving, protective arms of the Lord. KYLE’S feelings for his best friend, Charlie, turn from love to hate when Charlie hunts and kills Jannie, the tame little doe that Kyle befriended. MIKE puts an opportunity to work at a popular ...

Explore the stories from Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain mythology that nurtured the idea of yoga and shaped the development of its most iconic asanas. Learn how svana-asana (dog pose) is connected to Shiva, bhujanga-asana (cobra pose) was inspired by shape-shifting beings who live below the earth, and much more.

Sarah Langley returns to her hometown during the Christmas season, a time when joy is sung in carols and jingles, and hope is offered to all who believe. But for a newly divorced woman who feels that hope has been handed over to her ex-husband’s new wife and joy is for other women whose marriages have made their wedding-day dreams come true, the holidays are a bitter reminder of disappointment and her own sense of failure. Christmas miracles? They don’t happen anymore. Sarah wanted a marriage that would last, and children, but her husband’s unfaithfulness has left her feeling empty, ...

Andrew Sullivan, “one of the most influential journalists of the last three decades” (The New York Times) and founding editor of The Daily Dish presents a collection of 60 his most iconic and powerful essays of social and political commentary from The New Republic, The Atlantic, The New York Times Magazine, New York magazine, and more.

In times of reflection, have you ever considered what could, would, or should happen in a particular event or situation in your life? Those could, would, and should moments demonstrate possibilities that shaped your life in a dynamic and meaningful way. The third volume of Thinking Loud, Thinking Clearly, CrumsOnTheTable shares 40 rich, thought-provoking, and heartwarming short stories. The stories are supported by Biblical scripture to highlight how fruitful life can be when we lean into God, put our faith in action, and strengthen our relationship with the Creator as we explore the ...

Which of the following short stories would you read first? A.) A stubborn donkey challenges a Tennessee race horse. B.) A chess match ends in bloodshed. C.) Two sisters beg a funeral director to play their daddy's favorite Johnny Cash song. D.) A shooter takes aim from a church baptistry. E.) Two astronauts survive a horrific spinout only to return to earth and find everybody else walking around in super slow motion. Why not read them all? They're all in this far-flung collection of short stories and more. Scroll up and get them now with just one click.

Christmas Eve, 1936. On a foggy December night, a pregnant woman walks out in front of a trolley bus and is knocked unconscious. She is rushed to the Nightingale hospital, and a healthy baby is delivered. But the mother claims to have lost her memory, and cannot believe that the child is hers. It seems that the Nightingale nurses may need to perform a Christmas miracle.

When two Amish children are taken by a known killer, will their father break his vow against violence to save their lives? It’s 1826, and Amish congregations are settling in Ohio. Although they do so despite dangers such as bears, wolves, and cougars, they look forward to building new communities in which to worship. But there are worse dangers than bears, wolves, and cougars. When two children are taken by a murderer with a savage past, their father must decide if he can defy his community’s Ordnung and commit violence to save their lives. If not, he knows they will be lost forever—...

Joya Hernandez is in love with her boss. It happens all the time, but for Joya, it’s something new and wonderful and a little bit frightening. It’s new to Drew Benedict, too; he’s a wealthy and successful businessman who’s made his own way in the world. He doesn’t deny that he’s as experienced as Joya is innocent when it comes to love. But this is different, and he realizes how much he loves her when he agrees to act according to her rules while they’re unmarried. He respects her boundaries, but that doesn’t mean he’s going to make it easy on her, as he demonstrates one ...

Everlasting is the sixteenth novella in the ongoing story of the Andersen family. Livia Andersen was a woman who held her family together with a quiet smile and an iron will. It’s been months since her death and her children and grandchildren she leaves behind continue to grapple with the shifting changes in their lives now that she’s gone. Some look back at what else has been lost to them and struggle to make sense of it. Claire Andersen Slavik has invited Ethan Gilchrist to visit her lakeside resort so that he can research his family’s history in the area. She knows it’s important...

Searching for a Moment of True Peace and Stillness? Get 3 Zen Books in 1—63 Short Stories to help you slow down, calm your mind, and relieve stress. The Zen Master Collection brings together all three bestselling books—A Cup of Zen, The Flow of Zen, and Beauty in the Zen—into one powerful, immersive volume.

The doubts and darkness with which Sarah Langley greeted the New Year seem to be giving way to a renewed hope that her failed marriage, her unfaithful husband, and the loss of her successful life in Phoenix can finally be put behind her so that she can move forward into a destiny where her life has purpose. Working as a secretary in the church where she was baptized, confirmed and married; learning more about Ian Cameron before he became a pastor; sharing the stories and the drama of the church community combine to give Sarah roots in her hometown. Finding the roots of her faith is more ...