True Adventure

Whatever You Do, Don't Run is a hilarious collection of true tales from top ­safari guide Peter Allison. In a place where the wrong behavior could get you eaten, Allison has survived face-to-face encounters with big cats, angry ­elephants, and the world's most unpredictable animals: herds of untamed tourists and foolhardy guides whose outrageous antics sometimes make them even more dangerous than a pride of hungry lions!

In 1991, acting on a tip from a local fisherman, two scuba divers discovered a sunken German U-boat, complete with its crew of 60 men, not too far off the New Jersey coast. The divers, realizing the momentousness of their discovery, began probing the mystery. Over the next six years, they became expert and well-traveled researchers, taught themselves German, hunted for clues in Germany, and constructed theories corrective of the history books, all in an effort to identify this sunken U-boat and its crew.

In early May 2006, a young British climber named David Sharp lay dying near the top of Mount Everest while forty other climbers walked past him on their way to the summit. A week later, Lincoln Hall, a seasoned Australian climber, was left for dead near the same spot. Hall's death was reported around the world, but the next day he was found alive after spending the night on the upper mountain with no food and no shelter.

All true stories from the career of a professional firefighter. These are funny, and amazing tales from the author's 33 years in the fifth largest fire department in North America, the Toronto Fire Department, and later, the Toronto Fire Services. From hilarity to horror, the strange twists of fate to the odd responses of the human animal, the author has seen it all, in a city big enough to hold the unexpected.

In the early 18th century, the Pirate Republic was home to some of the great pirate captains, including Blackbeard, "Black Sam" Bellamy, and Charles Vane. Along with their fellow pirates - former sailors, indentured servants, and runaway slaves - this "Flying Gang" established a crude but distinctive democracy in the Bahamas, carving out their own zone of freedom in which servants were free, Blacks could be equal citizens, and leaders were chosen or deposed by a vote.

We are anchored in a windswept bay in the Dominican Republic on our way to Puerto Rico. There is no turning back now. The gear is stowed, hatches battened and the sails reefed. We are about to venture into the dreaded Mona Passage between Hispaniola and Puerto Rico. Once we are in PR, we will have a leisurely sail along the beautiful south coast. But we have to survive the Mona Passage first. Will she be kind to us? It is my pleasure to have you come along for the third book in the Quest series. Included in our itinerary is Vieques, St. Croix, St. John and a little fling with Virgin Gorda. ...

There are few remaining frontiers on our planet. But perhaps the wildest, and least understood, are the world's oceans: too big to police, and under no clear international authority, these immense regions of treacherous water play host to rampant criminality and exploitation.

Gil Ra looked around trying to put on a good face and a bright smile. This was supposed to be a second chance in life. But she couldn’t stop thinking about the past and what she had left behind. Being abducted by aliens sounded so much like the title of a cheap sci-fi movie, and yet it had happened to her. That night, when she had decided she couldn’t take it any longer, the mocking, the loneliness and the feeling she had failed the only person that depended on her completely had become overwhelming, and that night she had decided to end it all. She had left everything ready, no ...

An unputdownable espionage thriller about NOOR INAYAT KHAN. An Indian princess turned Allied spy during WWII. A secret so deadly, no one is safe. The race is on! PRINCESS OF SPIES will grip you to the very end. ★★★★★ 'An atmospheric and gripping standalone thriller' — Amazon.com Paris, 1943. Noor enlists in the fight against the Nazis. While undercover, she is imprisoned and tortured in a building from which no one has ever emerged alive. In her possession is information that could destroy the reputation of the Vatican, and severely destabilise Hitler’s plans. Will she be able...

3 more suspenseful stories + 3 EXCLUSIVE BONUS scenes in one red-hot volume! The continuing saga of the wolves of Twin Moon Ranch. There's more than meets the eye on Twin Moon Ranch, home to a pack of shapeshifting wolves willing to battle for life and love. In Desert Heart, Tina Hawthorne gets a second chance at her destined mate, a retired pro athlete who is too human for his own good. In Desert Rose, an unexpected hero comes home to Twin Moon Ranch. Can unassuming local girl Beth win over the man she loves? In Desert Roots, daredevil Carly Hawthorne, youngest of the Hawthorne wolf ...

As hotel manager Tom Eastham’s retirement approaches, his best friend tries to persuade him to get back into the sport which he gave up over thirty years earlier. Initially unwilling to brave the roads after so long off the bike, he gradually comes around to the idea of having another bash at cycling and takes to the Lancashire lanes once more. This light-hearted but incisive account traces his first six months back in the saddle, during which time the life-enhancing possibilities of cycling gradually dawn on him as he samples various facets of the sport, complemented by some rather ...

A lost treasure, three best friends, and a journey of a lifetime.When there’s an ancient treasure buried at sea, and you have the means to go try and find it, there’s only one option, right? That’s exactly what Fetu, Alofa, and Laki decided when they heard the rumors, and they set sail on an adventure. But when things don’t go according to plan, their swashbuckling adventure turns into a fight for survival. When all hope is lost, and you’re staring death in the face, your friends will show their true colors. Will they come together, or will they turn on each other? Join Fetu, ...

Fly fishermen everywhere will enjoy these varied, witty, and engaging adventures by one of America’s finest outdoor writers. There is a long section on trout fishing called "Brookies, Browns, and Bows", and another on the challenges and excitement of saltwater fly fishing, and an exciting group of memoirs about fishing near home and in far-flung and often exotic places - like the Minipi, Bighorn, and Norfolk rivers, where the trout can beggar the imagination, and where frustration can be the occupational hazard.

Vera, a Guatemalan young woman, decides to travel to the old continent after a sentimental failure. Nevertheless, fate plays a trick on her, and loaded with a baggage of disappointments and sadness, she decides to return to her native country. After she returns to her land, Vera meets a man of Lebanese descent; an enigmatic person who has a special gift, and who changes her worldview forever. After hearing the anecdotes about his grandparents, she becomes obsessed with knowing the story of his new friend's Lebanese ancestors, and to find it, she has to travel to Lebanon. There, unexpectedly...

Based on a true story of: The GREATEST heist–NEVER TOLD! In 1983, the rapidly growing city of L.A. and beachfront communities were active in the illicit drug trade, successfully operating through Angels Gate Lighthouse, and LAX, the gateway to the City of Angels. This true story is a recounting of the largest monetary heist in history, carried out by four local surfers, and August Taracina, a successful marijuana smuggler. The heist progresses with only minor hitches, until they open the bags of loot. Much to the thieve’s chagrin, there is no cash, no gold, nothing but financial ...

journey of self discovery and growth with The Mirror of True Self A Young Girls Magical Adventure This captivating tale follows Lily a curious and creative young girl as she navigates the mysterious and wondrous Enchanted Maze Armed with a magical paintbrush and a courageous heart Lily faces a series of challenges that test her wit resilience and moral character As Lily ventures deeper into the maze she encounters whispering willows mischievous fairies and wise guardians who guide her through lessons of courage kindness honesty creativity empathy responsibility confidence and respect Each ...

They say the Rockies hide their secrets well — but sometimes, the giants leave tracks. From shadowy figures on remote trails to ancient whispers echoing in hidden valleys, Bigfoot in Colorado: 24 Amazing Encounters takes you deep into the heart of the mystery. Explore a gripping collection of fictionalized accounts inspired by real sightings, footprints, and strange phenomena reported across Colorado’s rugged wilderness. Each story plunges you into a different chilling encounter — whether it’s strange howls in the San Juans, massive silhouettes at Pikes Peak, or mysterious glyphs ...

Carmen Sanchez is a tough Homeland Security agent who plays by the rules. But when her sister is attacked, revealing a connection to a series of murders across Southern California, she realizes a conventional investigation will not be enough to stop the ruthless perpetrator. With nowhere else to turn, Sanchez enlists the aid of Professor Jake Heron, a brilliant and quirky private security expert who, unlike Sanchez, believes rules are merely suggestions. The two have a troubled past, but he owes her a favor and she’s cashing in.

It was the most audacious crime of the 1970’s; a gang of villains tunnelled their way into the safety deposit box vault of Lloyds Bank on Baker Street, London. The ‘walkie-talkie’ robbery (as it became known) was later immortalised in the hit 2008 film ‘The Bank Job’ starring Jason Statham. Dan Shaw, Author of ‘The Krays: Their Life and Crimes’ and ‘The Great Train Robbery’ presents the explosive true account of one of the most daring and ingenious heists in British criminal history. It’s a story packed with suspense and intrigue, near misses, and edge of the seat plot ...

Her adventure in Brazil has transformed the shy and curvy Rachel into the confident and sexy Raquel. It has also earned the travel writer a luxurious trip to France, another sensual destination with its own "travel secrets." In one of France's most famous wine regions, Raquel is courted by the suave and enchanting Maxime and the rugged female winemaker Alixandrie. Raquel's boss, Ryan, also seems interested in her, but his girlfriend and supermodel Chantal continues to sabotage Raquel at every turn. Raquel’s biggest challenge, however, is to stay true to her new self. What kind of ...