Virtual Light

It is 1785 and enforcers of the Spanish Inquisition are still hunting down and torturing conversos—Jews who outwardly converted to Christianity, but who practiced their Judaism in secret. When nineteen-year-old converso Anica Amselem refuses a cut of pork in Valencia’s marketplace, she and her husband Efren come under the suspicion of the Church as secret Jews, endangering their lives and that of their infant daughter Isabel. Accompanied by Anica’s beloved friend and servant, Mariana, they set sail for Charleston, South Carolina where Efren’s uncle, Philip, owns a rice plantation. ...

The word of God is filled with biography--one character after another, parading across the stage of redemptive history. It's quite obvious that God loves to teach lasting lessons through the lives of individuals. With that in mind, Stephen has undertaken a special biographical series, illustrating biblical truths through the lives of contemporary believers; men and women who provide for us a wonderful legacy of light.

When Lady Priscilla Worthington's supposedly dead mother appears on a notorious pirate ship, her already complicated life with the flamboyant Captain Rogelio "The Randy Raven" Velmontaine takes a turn for the bizarre. Pursued by her aristocratic father, a Duke she was meant to marry, and an octopus with inexplicable romantic intentions, Priscilla must navigate family revelations that shake the very foundation of her identity. A magical treasure map tattooed on her mother's posterior leads the unlikely crew on a swashbuckling adventure through vine-swinging acrobatics, poetry-loving monkey ...

An all-new collection of eight "Vampire for Hire" short stories featuring everyone's favorite vampire detective, Samantha Moon! It’s all inside, including: Vampire Requiem - Samantha Moon gets up close and personal with her dead ex-husband’s mistress, Nancy, who might be a woman who knows too much. Moon Love - Sam and Kingsley Fulcrum set their sights on a romantic weekend getaway to Big Bear, California, only to find themselves on the hunt for a runaway boy. Moon Musings - Sam is back and... blogging? Turns out the vampire mama has a lot to say on the subject of life, death, and ...

Who Killed Marjie Cabbage? Millie Culpepper is a big, beautiful woman with a voice to die for. But having been betrayed by her lover, she walked away from her band and came back to town nursing a broken heart. She spends her days working in Bernie’s Bazaar, selling a weird selection of pre-loved items, and her evenings enjoying comfort food. Then, Hawksley’s resident busybody Marjorie Cribbage-Hobbes is found murdered and Millie’s employer and friend is the prime suspect. Determined to clear Bernie’s name, Millie begins her own investigation and discovers that Marjorie made a lot of...

Is it ever wise to marry a stranger? Mail-order bride, Marrick Underhill, has led an unconventional life. Deemed an old maid by the standards of the day, she arrives in the remote San Fernando Valley of the 1890s to set the Blackstone residence in order. Widower Linc Blackstone wishes only to keep gossips and hopeful romantic interests at bay while providing stability for his three children. Romance was never a factor in their practical business agreement. The new Mrs. Blackstone’s mothering may be eccentric, her goals unlikely for a woman of her era, but times are changing and the inept ...

Alyssa Sogura's sister, Michelle, was perfect until she wasn't. She was perfect until she snapped. And, when she snapped, everything came crashing down around her.Alyssa was hit with most of the shrapnel. When everything finally settled, after the star football player moved away, after the initial shock, Alyssa was left to survive in the ruin. Alone. Her only light at the end of that dark tunnel was graduation looming in the distance. Her only ticket out of the town she used to love. The town she loved until they turned their backs on her for something she didn't even do.Alyssa had a ...

Alicia Fields the first daughter of Ava fields works as a nanny for Michael Landon, a widower with two children Vera and Michael Junior. Fearful that Michael might die due to a heart attack from grieving his late wife Gianna, Alicia tries to set him up with a friend of his Justine, hoping he could be happy again but for some reason, Michael keeps gravitating towards her. Soon, she finds herself falling in love with him but her guilt at falling for her late boss Gianna's husband feels her with dread. Not only that, her ex Kennedy who left few days to their wedding suddenly resurfaces back to...

George Washington Carver;born as a slave in the middle of the civil war;rose to become one of the most famous scientist in the early 20th Century. His peers were Henry Ford, Albert Einstein, Tesla, Westinghouse, Booker t. Washington and Thomas Edison. Bug Light is about Dr. Carver's "lost Notebooks" --that explained his 'organic light" theory that were confiscated by the U.S. government upon his death despite outrage from the Carver Foundation. The fierce battle over industrial light by Edison and Tesla(AC/DC) would had included Dr. Carver's 'organic light' theory if he could had gotten the...

Quest for Light brings the Magi to life as we join in their harrowing adventure across Persia in search of the one, true God. Appealing to the Magi through His star, God called upon these warrior priests to be among the first people to learn of the Messiah's birth. Our journey takes us along The Silk Road, the first century's information super-highway, where we meet the soldiers, merchants, and other travelers whose lives intersect with the Magi and their companions. By sharing the Magi's experience, we come to understand why they deserted their families and risked their lives to undertake ...

Prudentia, an eight-year-old girl, suddenly awakens in a dim cave only to discover that she cannot move her head to the right or left. After being suddenly freed from the chains, she turns around to discover that there is much more to reality than the shadows. She eventually finds her way out of the cave and discovers reality in its purest form. Although she longs to stay, she realizes that she must return and help others go free. This book is intended to introduce young children to Plato's Allegory of the Cave, one of the most famous pieces in Western Philosophy. In this Allegory which is ...

This eBook explores the life, achievements, and legacy of Sir Isaac Newton, one of the most influential scientists in history. From his early years as a curious and independent thinker to his groundbreaking contributions in mathematics, physics, and astronomy, Newton's work revolutionized the scientific world. Known for his formulation of the laws of motion and universal gravitation, Newton's theories not only laid the foundation for classical mechanics but also altered our understanding of the universe itself. The eBook dives into Newton’s significant inventions, such as the reflective ...

Brock, the brachiosaurus, and Tilly, the T-Rex, are best friends who love discovering the wonders of the world around them. In this enchanting book, Brock & Tilly learn about the phases of the moon with the help of Tilly's wise and gentle grandma. Through vivid illustrations and captivating storytelling, children ages 6-8 will have an exciting journey of curiosity and discovery, learning the secrets of the moon’s ever-changing face. Perfect for young readers, this book inspires a love for exploration, encourages asking questions, and introduces the magic of science in a fun and engaging ...

A Cupcakes-and-Crime Caper When Tiffany and Rosie are hired to investigate a potential cold case, they’re not sure what to expect. Harold Lindsey disappeared decades ago – could the Lindsey Syndicate have caused his disappearance? Elle Lindsey is convinced that her uncles, the heads of the Lindsey Syndicate, have been up to more serious criminal activities than mere tax evasion, but could she be wrong? Especially when Harold Lindsey turns out to be alive... How far will the senior Lindseys go to protect their reputation? Have Tiffany and Rosie finally met their match, or is this the ...

A 2014 Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award QUARTER FINALIST! Sunny Brafford swore off men fourteen years ago when she kicked her lying, cheating husband out of her bed and out of her business, and Brafford Inn went on to be one of the most sought-after B&B locations in northern Wisconsin. Now, entering the New Year, Sunny’s at a place in her life where everything is good and there isn't a thing she would change. But change is coming in as swiftly as the previous night’s snowfall. This New Year’s Day marks the start of many surprises for the town of Riley’s favorite innkeeper when she ...

Rejuvenation, (Second Edition,) comes to you with all of it's beautiful illustrations in FULL COLOR! This reference book brings you into the world of red light therapy books, with deep insight into the multitude of potentials for this technology. This survivalist medical book should be in every home, and survivalists will find it invaluable. Although we do go "deep" into human physiology and it's reaction to LLLT, this is the only book that gives easy "cookbook" instructions on how to use your ordinary red laser pointer to treat, which makes it invaluable to your survivalist items on hand. ...

Into the Light is a story of healing from loss, trauma and darkness told through poetry. It explores spirituality, meditation, intuition and personal exploration. The book is for the woman healing from abuse, sexual abuse, trauma, loss, heartbreak or adversity. It shares a transformative perspective of being in a state of darkness to finding hope, healing and light again. The book is inspired by true events of the author who experienced sexual abuse from her father and the process of healing and transforming trauma into power. This book explores trauma, abuse, sexual abuse, mental illness, ...

This book details the history of the Ozarks or Tri-State Spook Light. Reaching its peak as a tourist attraction during the mid to late twentieth century, the nightly phenomenon has been drawing the curious to an out-of-the-way spot near the Missouri-Oklahoma border for almost a century. The book also recounts the supernatural legends that purport to explain the strange light, and it chronicles the many scientific and pseudo-scientific investigations into the light's origin. One chapter, called "Close Encounters of the Spooky Kind," relates experiences involving the light that various people...

Twelve friends The world falling apart A mission from God Will their faith be enough to overcome the paralyzing fear that comes with starvation, government mandates and an outbreak like no one has ever seen? Mitch and Mary Harrison, struggle to survive in a world quickly falling apart. Government restrictions, moral decay, and food shortages make it difficult for the twelve friends to carry out their calling to help others. Doing so requires taking risks and stepping out in faith. But is it worth the risk as families in the area are on the verge of starvation? As the world accelerates ...

A thrilling collection of the first eight Samantha Moon short stories, including: Teeth - What happens when a child is born with a rare throwback gene, a gene that produces two exceptionally long teeth? Vampire Nights - Samantha Moon meets someone unexpected on a late night trip to Denny's, someone who seems to know all her secrets and has all the answers. Vampire Blues - Samantha Moon discovers that even a routine case can offer a few surprises―and that not all men are created equal. Vampire Dreams - Samantha Moon sets out to find the answer to a mysterious, haunting dream...a dream in ...