Virtual Light

When the Swan Of The Sea's housekeeping manager is found dead near a shipping container, the crew is rocked—and not just by the waves. The ship’s security chief, Steve Johnson, is benched due to a long (and loud) history of arguments with the victim, Luisa Diaz. So temporary Captain Ethan Lee turns to the one person who always manages to find trouble—and solve it: Addi. The deeper Addi digs, the murkier things get. From a secret burglary ring to a scammed gambler with a grudge, Luisa had plenty of enemies—and plenty of secrets. Why was Luisa snooping around passengers’ rooms ...

The line between mortal and divine blurs as an ancient threat resurfaces, determined to plunge New York into chaos. Eryx Ross, now fully embracing his destiny as Apollo's vessel, must navigate his burgeoning powers and deepening bond with the enigmatic Alexander Knight, the mortal embodiment of Hades. Together, they face an unconventional challenge that will test their love and the very fabric of their world. Amidst the gathering darkness, Eryx and Alex's souls entwine on a cosmic scale, their love a beacon of hope against the sinister machinations of the Order. They rally allies both old ...

I’m a rockstar’s daughter haunted by my overbearing ex. He’s my grumpy general contractor, a single dad and… my very fake boyfriend. To most people I’m a spoiled vapid Hollywood brat. That’s definitely the impression Joe Mansfield has of me. He’s a local, grumpy general contractor with two young sons. And he’s constantly negating every idea I have. We don’t exactly get along. Until he unexpectedly protects me from my controlling ex by pretending to be my fake boyfriend. Playing along with the charade gives me a glimpse into his sensitivity. As we’re stuck together ...

A spur-of-the-moment response of a rejected heart hurtles Emma into her enemy’s hands. Captured and trapped in the Shadowlands, Emma finds herself imprisoned and forced to face a new truth about her family. A truth that may force her to surrender and irrevocably change the path of her life. Can Emma bring herself to trust the son of her enemy to save them both, or will he betray her, trapping her forever In the Shadows? Kaiden, desperate to find and bring Emma home to restore their shattered relationship, works to establish their Light-Partner mind-link connection, solidifying their union...

Chris Thanks to the fight, my face is once again on every tabloid page in America. I wasn’t going to just let that guy call me gay. Now my management's forcing a 24/7 bodyguard to keep an eye on me until my new album drops. Just what I need, temptation in the form of Sylus Synn, a hard-bodied, hot-as-hell ex-Marine now living under my roof. When I find out Sylus is gay, I feel myself slipping. I want him to know my secret, to finally indulge in the pleasures I’ve been denying myself. But how the hell can I break through a lifetime of fear and guilt? Sylus Babysitting a troublemaking ...

★★★★★ "An interesting take on humanities future!" - Reader Review ___ A fresh take on science fiction and a glimpse at humanity through the eyes of an alien who doesn't know what 'family' is, until he finds one! "Humans are the only known intelligent species to actively create 'Found Families' in the form of parents, children, siblings, and more. If a human starts spending more time with you and initiating physical contact, they have probably adopted you." These were the words that caught my ears when attending the most prestigious university in my quadrant as a minor in alien ...

STAND DOWN, THELMA & LOUISE... Sam and Daisy have made a success of The Cairncroft Hotel. Where do they go from here? If it was up to Daisy, well—she’s always wanted to be a private investigator ... and Daisy usually gets her way In The Cairncroft Detective Agency, Sam and Daisy set off down a new path - but this time, have the girls bitten off more than they can chew? The Cairncroft Detective Agency is a cozy murder mystery, the next in series after "The Murder Hotel", and with a (now trademark) twisty, high-tension ending WHAT READERS ARE SAYING: "This book is so much fun. I was ...

"Let There Be Light" is about two men and a building... an artist, a prophet and a cathedral. The building is the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. … "The People's Cathedral." As the sixth largest cathedral in the world, it hosts a treasure trove of magnificent art and architecture. One man is Moses, a man who led a life he never expected… Egyptian Prince, Midian herdsman, Prophet and leader of the Israelite Exodus from 400 years of bondage in Egypt. He suffered abuse as the wandering Jewish nation grew weary and disillusioned, he met and spoke face-to-face with God, he received, ...

Welcome to The Berry Home: where the food is to-die-for! Life is sweet for Kylie Berry: rebranding Sarah’s Eatery into her very own The Berry Home, tackling new recipes one step at a time, juggling two gorgeous suitors, and surviving near-death experiences by the skin of her teeth! "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" When another murder mystery lands smack dab on Kylie’s doorstep—in the most literal way—she swears off her sleuthing in favor of safer pursuits. But then her gorgeous suitor Brad comes calling with a highly unusual request: “I need you to investigate ...

Can her magic save the world—before his curse destroys it?Shy, awkward Dru never believed she had what it takes to be a true sorceress. That's why she’s been running a little crystal shop on the rough side of Denver, selling potions and charms to the larger-than-life spellcasters who defend the world against the forces of darkness. But when she accidentally touches hands with a dangerously handsome stranger, sparks fly — literally — and he supercharges her crystal magic powers. Ironically, Greyson doesn’t know a thing about magic. But his screaming-fast muscle car is possessed by ...

This book is not a religious/spiritual adventure but one of facts. The shroud of Turin exists as a photographic negative and dates back from an era (around 2,000 years) - prior to the invention of the camera. The components of the cloth have been newly examined under “EXTREME SCIENTIFIC SCRUTINY” using the latest technological equipment by groups of scientists, among them the scientists involved in the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Their findings reveal an intense “instantaneous” burst of radiation as responsible for each marking. There exists no other ...

Welcome to The Berry Home A Berry Horrible Holiday Kylie’s kinda-sorta boyfriend Joel convinces her to go on a romantic holiday with him… But surprise! Zoey shows up with Brad in tow! "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" If having your best friend and other romantic interest show up doesn’t put a damper on romance, a dead body certainly will... And that’s just what Kylie discovers. Who could’ve killed Dan, a man with many secrets and a dark past? At a lovely Bed And Breakfast where all the guests seem to be hiding something, can Kylie emerge unscathed and prove the ...

Meet Julia Bancroft. Fabulous, talented, beautiful…deluded and friendless. You won’t like her at first but maybe her ‘nice’ lessons might change your mind? Being nice doesn't come naturally to (self-proclaimed) renowned Regency romance author, Julia. But when her husband walks out on her and she realises she has no friends, she faces a future of dying alone with the pesky cats eating her face. Thankfully, she doesn't have any cats but drastic times call for drastic measures. Guided (reluctantly) by her annoyingly wholesome new neighbour, Julia dives into the horrors of small talk, ...

In the joint eighth installment of the popular “The Pastor’s Lover” and “The Pastor’s Wife” series, two Black power couples have their scandalous secrets explode into the light of day. An unexpected health crisis leads to resolution of something that was bubbling just below the surface for years. These four friends and neighbors, Pastor Kendrick and first lady Tasha Johnson and Quinton Taylor and his wife, former first lady, Latavia, face the test of their lives when everything hidden spills into the light. Aging professional football player Quinton Taylor and his wife, former ...

Thought-provoking essays on the conflict between fundamentalist religion and science, and exposing the anti-science, extremist political agenda of the modern creationist industry. Based on the popular Rosa Rubicondior blog rosarubicondior.blogspot.com. (Beware of abusive imitations).

Seven Shadows by Geoffrey Schmitt Sin is more than wrongdoing—it’s a distortion of the soul’s deepest longings. In this honest and grace-filled guide, pastor and spiritual teacher Geoffrey Schmitt leads readers on a journey through the seven deadly sins—not to condemn, but to heal. Each chapter explores a different shadow: pride, envy, wrath, sloth, greed, gluttony, and lust. Drawing on Scripture, personal reflection, church tradition, and decades of pastoral experience, Schmitt invites readers to confront these ancient struggles with courage and compassion. Alongside every shadow, ...

The end is near, yet it is being ignored. A Holy War has been proclaimed, and it will eradicate all believers unless Emma and her faithful band of Light Bearers can stop it. But they know there is no stopping God’s plans, but maybe more can be saved. In this last installment of the Children of Light series, we find Emma and Kaiden paired as a Light-Warrior team, and married. They have few illusions about the future. However, what hopes for a family and peaceful life they had are shattered by a series of letters left to Emma by her grandmother. The only hope is to save as many people as ...

Acclaimed writer/comedian Haji Outlaw, most known for The Eric Andre Show, returns with a collection of flash fiction: Candle Light Meals In The Devil's Comedy Store. In this offering Haji delves into corporate America bringing back slavery, how Tom Cruise dies, cannibalism, hippopotamus on narcotics and many, many more dark comedy topics. Enjoy this darkly delectable odyssey of which Joseph Heller says: "This book makes my pubic hairs tingle, in a good way."

Why does Ares, the God of War, want me dead? Cameras, makeup, hair, designer clothing. In the mortal world, I’m considered a rare beauty. Little do they know that I’m also the daughter of a goddess—and not just any goddess. Right, Aphrodite. Anyway, no one sees beyond my beauty, and it’s been that way for the last 250 years. Day in and day out—the same. Until my sister, Janie, dies. With my world newly shattered, I turn to the only person powerful enough to do something about it—my mother, Aphrodite. Who happens to be kind of a bitch. Regardless, good ol’ Mom informs me that ...

The relationship between a husband and a wife can be a very fruitful relationship if both the man and the woman are able to understand and perform their God given roles. Unfortunately many ladies today are becoming wives without understanding the roles of a wife and what is expected of them by the society/church. Many do not fully know their roles and obligations and the result of this ignorance is the dysfunctional homes we are seeing today and marriages going to the “dogs”. The solution to the dysfunctional marriages today may be found in proper preparation through the right knowledge...