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One tea, one witch, and the darkness she never meant to summon. In the heart of the Moonlit Market, Elowen Nightshade's enchanted teas are more than potions—they're lifelines to her reputation, her future, and her survival. But when her newest creation, Moonlit Mist, tears at the veil between worlds and unleashes shadowy horrors, Elowen's dreams quickly turn into a nightmare. Faced with a demon's deadly ambitions, rival vendettas, and the weight of her family's cursed legacy, Elowen must use every ounce of her craft to protect the market's fragile balance and her own life. Spells are ...

A Killer is Lurking… and the Proof is in the Pie! When Kylie Berry agrees to bake pies for the town’s biggest food festival, she’s hoping to impress the crowd—not become the center of a murder investigation. But when the contest takes a dangerous turn—with sabotaged pies and a dead contestant—all eyes are on Kylie. Someone at the festival has a secret to hide, and they’ll do whatever it takes to keep it buried. With her café’s reputation on the line and the police sniffing around, Kylie teams up with her fearless best friend, Zoey Jin, to track down the truth. Who tampered ...

Far more than a spiritual commentary on the “Our Father,” Fr. Semenenko offers a brief compendium of the spiritual life. Showing the logical progress in the spiritual life, Fr. Peter began with the final petition and worked his way forward—forward and upward, to the very throne of God. Indeed, according to Fr. Semenenko, the way to union with God begins with conversion. Conversion itself is a grace… Addressing these homilies to exiles and trying to interpret the signs of the times—signs that have not changed much—, he speaks much of God’s love and the need for conversion.

War is certain if not imminent. The Darkness is growing stronger. Yet Light prevails in a post-rapture and post-apocalyptic world. Emma is a White-Light whose gifts make her unique while putting her in grave danger. When in a moment born of desperation, Emma kills the Shadow-Land’s premier military strategist, the secret of her identity as the killer is born. If the truth is revealed, Emma’s life is in far greater danger, than just for being a White-Light. Having learned of a possible attack upon the Children of Light, the Light-Warriors are scrambling to determine the validity and ...

Reunited with Reid Wallace, Whitney Forbes and friends are tasked with relighting the extinguished Flame of Enlightenment, but the plot continues to spin as they find themselves in a whirlwind adventure on the hunt for another pure energy artifact. Guided by Blair’s mysterious watch and Patrick’s pyrokinetic abilities, they discover the hidden tunnels of Washington, D.C., and the Wallace family vault of Cloccan treasure. In the process, Patrick and Blair grow closer as they start to appreciate each other’s unique talents, while Whitney hopes her inability to express her feelings does ...

Step into a world where fire meets sand, and creativity fuses with science in "The Alchemy of Fusion," your ultimate guide to the magical art of glass fusing. Imagine crafting stunning glass pieces that radiate with life, color, and texture. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned artist seeking to refine your craft, this remarkable eBook offers a treasure trove of knowledge, ready to transform your artistic journey. "The Alchemy of Fusion" is not just a book; it's an immersive experience for anyone enthralled by the luminous allure of glass art. Your adventure begins with the ...

When Lily Garrison agrees to host this month’s Turtle Cove book club, she never expects the night to end in murder. Former resident Eleanor Sterling returns to town to debut her latest poetry collection, a book filled with cryptic verses exposing the secrets of Turtle Cove’s residents. But as Eleanor begins her reading, she suddenly collapses and dies in front of a stunned audience. The suspect list grows as whispers swirl about her literary rival, Daphne Sinclair, and the townspeople who’d rather keep their skeletons in the closet. With her sister Grace and trusty beagle Rocky by her...

The Great Depression and Broadway: Finding Light in the Darkest Hours By Richard Fleischman Step into the heart of Broadway during one of the most challenging eras in American history. In The Great Depression and Broadway: Finding Light in the Darkest Hours, Richard Fleischman takes you on an unforgettable journey through the iconic musicals that lifted the spirits of a nation struggling to survive. From the glitzy lights of Radio City Music Hall to the stage of the Great White Way, Broadway became a sanctuary of optimism, providing both a temporary escape and a lasting sense of hope. This ...

Naruto: The Child of Prophecy In a world shaped by legendary shinobi, hidden villages, and powerful forces, one boy's destiny holds the key to the future. Born as an orphan and shunned by his village, Naruto Uzumaki harbors the immense power of the Nine-Tails, a fearsome beast sealed within him at birth. Yet despite the darkness that surrounds him, Naruto's unyielding spirit and dream of becoming the Hokage, the strongest ninja in the Hidden Leaf Village, push him to overcome every obstacle.

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 ...

Five wishes...one special place...and a miracle to make it happen each Christmas. The Summers family always chose somewhere special to spend their Christmas holiday instead of at home. Every year their holiday vacation destination was different and carefully determined their Christmas wishes. Hannah and her children loved their Christmas holiday tradition even though it was never easy for everyone to be completely satisfied and this year was no different...or was it? Daniel Summers quickly offered to handle the arrangements for their upcoming Christmas holiday vacation. He knew his mother ...

Magic has no weight. It has no volume or substance. The most powerful of magic can be housed in something as light as a feather... and it is. One black and one white. The two magic feathers of Tobadzistsini and Nayenezgani, twin Navajo gods. The white feather holds the power to heal all wounds and black can vanquish all enemies. Together they are virtually unstoppable but for the Godhunter the real difficulty will be deciding whether to fight the Navajo gods or join them. It all comes down to the color of Vervain's convictions. Although the feathers are black and white, her choices have all...

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 ...

Jasper has been struggling to harness the power of the six elements. It's not as easy as he had once thought, but Celestia on the other hand has connected with her inner self, unleashing a power she didn't know she had. With word that the Doctor might be on Darkfalls, the two set out to get revenge, but not before completing a vengeful task to make some money.

When Victor Kensington, heir to one of the wealthiest fortunes in Cedar Grove, drops dead at the glamorous Midnight Masquerade, whispers of foul play ripple through the grand estate. The Kensington family’s wealth and secrets are a dangerous combination, and everyone in attendance is a suspect. Lila Harrington, a local innkeeper and amateur sleuth, is no stranger to mystery. She can’t resist the call to uncover the truth hidden behind the family’s gilded facade. As secrets unravel and connections to a missing heirloom emerge, Lila is drawn into the glittering yet treacherous world of ...

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Loved, loved this series! What a fun romp, a good twisty mystery and wonderful characters. Sad that this is the last of the series, as I have loved reading each one of them one after the other. Loved how the characters changed and grew over the series. I am hoping that the author will write more interesting stories with these characters." Carolyn P. A DELIGHTFUL COZY MYSTERY FULL OF QUAINT VILLAGES, QUIRKY CHARACTERS, AND MADCAP ADVENTURES BY A BESTSELLING AUTHOR. Helen Ryes and Martha Littleword, two Americans living in England, become fast friends and amateur sleuths when...

This biography of James Clerk Maxwell tells the story of one of the greatest physicists of the nineteenth century. Maxwell discovered the relationship between electricity, magnetism, and light, which prepared the way for radio waves and the internet. Albert Einstein, who developed the theory of relativity, said, “I stand not on the shoulders of Newton, but on the shoulders of James Clerk Maxwell.” Maxwell’s work on color theory, thermodynamics and physics laid the foundation for modern science. What many do not know, is that James Clerk Maxwell considered his greatest discovery to be ...

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. ...

Written in 1985 as a high school history project on the people and wildlife of Sunlight Basin, a valley just north of Cody, Wyoming.

Sisters Sage and Summer Dixon have turned The Novel Brew into Riverbend, Montana’s go-to spot for books, coffee, and community. But when their beagle, Brody, finds a bloodied napkin under a table, their cozy world is upended. Moments later, a shaken Deputy Emily Harper arrives with shocking news—Lillian Barrett, a dear friend of the sisters, has been found dead. Determined to uncover the truth, Sage and Summer dive into the investigation, only to discover that beneath Riverbend’s charming exterior lies a tangled web of secrets, betrayals, and long-buried grudges. As the sisters piece ...