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Strange Thoughts is a collection of prose poems, short stories, epigrams, aphorisms, vignettes, and mini-essays. This book is the final installment in the pentalogy titled The Embrace of Light and Darkness. It is unique in that it consists predominantly of prose rather than poetry. The collection combines various aspects of existence, perception, and the relationship between oneself and the world. Every piece is a philosophical and artistic contemplation, comprising abstract thoughts and stunning imagery into a reflective cascade effortlessly flowing through various forms of expression. ...

A Cupcakes-And-Crime Caper Roger Owen’s business isn’t doing well, and when he takes his wife and son to glitzy, glamorous Las Vegas for some quality family vacation time, he brings along a surprising +1: his mistress! "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" Life seems to pick up for Roger when he wins a huge jackpot… until someone gleefully kills him on the casino floor. Caught in the hot seat as suspect number one, Roger’s wife Wendy hires Tiffany and Ian to clear her name and to solve the mystery of who really killed Roger Owen—even though it may very well be black ...

Maggie's a coffee shop owner determined to find Mr. Right. Braxton's a full-of-himself carpenter she’s dubbed Mr. Never. When the two are forced to pair up in a storytelling duel, Maggie's temper boils hotter than their freshest brew. But when she glimpses his not-so-infuriating side, Maggie can’t help but think that something else is brewing between them. Maggie Modella, owner of the VA Beach Coffee Loft, has found the keys to true love! Well, they're not actually keys; they're darts. Cupid darts, to be exact. If she simply collects the darts found within the pages of her new life-...

A gothic fiction book set in Victorian London and the English countryside during the late 19th century. Immerse yourself in the hauntingly beautiful world of "The Light of Dawn," a mesmerizing tale of mystery, romance, and existential reflection. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of Victorian London and the desolate yet stunning English countryside, this gothic fiction novel will keep you on the edge of your seat, yearning for more. As a house-surgeon at a bustling city hospital, Hugh Cornwall’s life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Sir Roderick Ballard, an aged and ...

”Are you a loser? A fool? Has the American dream left you wanting? Do you want something different? Well, we have an opportunity for you! The pay is minimal and the risk is high – but so is the adventure! We promise you will never have to sit in a cubicle again!"The ad was silly and whimsical. But for James Christianson, just laid off with little in the way of prospects, it seemed like a way for him to escape his otherwise mundane life. Transported to a magical world, he is told by the beautiful Queen Athaliah that he is their savior from an invading army of the undead that threatens to...

A gripping coming of age tale of love, fame, family, friends and finding your way through this crazy thing called life. Talia Shaw had dreamed one day she’d be flying on a private plane to LA to record an album with her best friends, but when the plane comes crashing down and Talia is the only survivor, she has to do it all on her own. Talia struggles with her survivor’s guilt as she writes her new album and missing her friends as she makes new ones. As her career explodes bringing fame and success, she meets and falls in love for the first time with the cocky, handsome as hell rock ...

Recently, the U.S. government leaked videos showing various types of triangle-shaped UAPs or UFOs. These objects are shown to be interacting with US Navy assets. There have also been reports of large triangles being seen in Russia and China. In this book, the reader will be taken on a trip back into history to hear some of the major anomalous triangle sightings around the world. Witnesses include top journalists and writers along with everyday citizens. Many of these triangle-shaped UFOs are reported to be one to two miles across. Several of the triangles were witnessed by thousands of ...

Threads and Spinons Light Theory: The End of the Identical Particles The Folding Uniqueness of Structure of Matter, Universe, and Energy What if the universe is not built from identical particles but from one continuous thread, endlessly folding into unique forms? In this groundbreaking continuation of the Threads and Spinons Light Theory series, inventor and independent theorist Samir Hanna Safar unravels the myth of particle sameness. The End of the Identical Particles reveals a revolutionary insight: no two protons, atoms, or photons are ever truly alike. Each is a uniquely folded ...

🧡 "Immediately addictive story that pulls you in from the first sentence to the last!" Fired on my birthday, then I drenched my arch-nemesis in champagne... I crashed my old company's gala for revenge, but things took a surprising turn when Alexander Drake, Seattle's hottest billionaire tech CEO, hired me instead of arresting me! But there's one problem: my tweet calling him out is going viral... --- "You fired me. Today. On my birthday." "Technically, the board fired you. I just had the pleasure of witnessing the aftermath." I reach for a napkin from a nearby waiter's tray, who looks ...

Unleash the Jedi within with the latest remarkable eBook, "Lightsaber Combat Mastery." This guide presents an immersive deep dive into the mystical yet formidable art of lightsaber duel, aligning it with the undying wisdom of Force. The book begins its journey into the heart of lightsaber mystery with a comprehensive overview of this iconic weapon’s historic significance, structural design, and types. Moving forward, understand the physics that underpin every swing and swoop of a lightsaber, uncovering common handling mistakes and ways around them. "Lightsaber Combat Mastery" brings the ...

Kylie Berry is working hard to find a lessor for her storefront next door when she gets swamped by a murder-tourism group that has her as one of their featured stops. Kylie is horrified to be featured in such a terrible tour, but to make matters worse, someone on the tour gets killed. Fingers are pointed all around, and some of the tourists even think that Sage is a killer. Praise for A.R. Winters:"The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com "A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com "A ...

Winner – Book Excellence Awards Finalist – American Book Festival Award Honorable Mention – New York Book Festival Awards Honorable Mention – Southern California Book Awards “A sexy, poignant gay love story about men from different sides of the wharf.” -- KIRKUS. “The subtle intoxicant of The Light Reflected isn’t beer or any other alcohol. It isn’t even the flatly erotic and matter-of-factly described quick sex, either, but the charm of the telling, the enchanting straightforwardness of the teller, and yet too the shy, light flirt of suspense throughout. It is garnished ...

Has Ian really been kidnapped? A Cupcakes-and-Crime Caper Things hit too close to home for cupcake-loving croupier Tiffany Black when her assistant Ian’s “hog brother” is killed—and Ian is accused of murder. To make matters worse, Ian is nowhere to be found, and Tiffany soon suspects he’s been kidnapped. Along with her friend Stone as a substitute sidekick, Tiffany must track down Ian before it’s too late. As the search for her wayward assistant—and the murderer—prove equally challenging, Tiffany’s family decides to host a speed-dating event for her cousin, and things ...

When a retired actress is killed, Tiffany and Rosie are asked to investigate - why would someone want her out of the picture, after all these years? Meanwhile, Tiffany and Stone work hard to keep their secret under wraps...

Comedy meets drama in this cosy, heart-warming tale of a man, his dogs, and his dreams. Join Mark as he struggles with zany patients, gets fleeced by his ex-wife, and makes a friend called “Shovelhead”. Sometimes Mark’s ahead, mostly the world tramples him into the dirt, but so long as he has his dogs to go home to, his caravan (which IS home), and now Diane - Mark’s optimism never falters. Well, hardly ever... “Eyes Up” is the story of a home-visiting optician, written by—a home-visiting optician! WHAT READERS HAVE SAID: ‘The Optometrist equivalent of James Herriot?’ ‘...

In a universe where light and shadow dance in an eternal battle for balance, two celestial artifacts hold the power to tip the scales: The Book of Light and The Book of Shadows. Forged from the brilliance of a falling star, these books contain the secrets of the cosmos, capable of shaping the destiny of all existence. From the dawn of humanity, these sacred texts have been both a blessing and a curse. They drew forth spirits, gods, and demons—creatures of immense power and malice—who sought dominion over the universe. To safeguard the fragile balance of light and darkness, the books ...

A Cupcakes-and-Crime CaperWhen Tiffany and Rosie are asked to investigate an “accidental” death at a chocolate factory, they stumble into a complex web of secrets. Who could have wanted the chocolate factory owner’s death? Potential heirs, suspicious suppliers, and even a greedy member of the local Lindsey Syndicate might have been involved… can Tiffany and Rosie uncover the truth before the killer strikes again? Meanwhile, Elle Lindsey finds some documents that are potentially incriminating for the Lindsey Corporation. Could these documents help Tiffany and Rosie take down the ...

Julie the middle child of a vicar’s household who was often overlooked at Ton Balls and other social gatherings as a spinster wallflower and a miss goody two shoes grew up in a loving home. Excepted by her family but rejected by the titled peers. She readied herself to be put on the shelf and donning her spinster’s cap until one good turn deserved another had her changing her mind to accept a marriage of convenience to one of London’s rakes. Marlow the Earl of Margrave the only child of a Ton marriage of convenience an often-sought-after peer with debutants, their mama’s and widows ...

When an antique store owner dies under mysterious circumstances, Tiffany and Rosie are asked to investigate. It's a strange situation with even stranger potential motives; Tiffany and Rosie must act quickly before the killer strikes again... Meanwhile, the Lindseys are relentless in their harassment of Tiffany, but could they have gone too far this time? Will the terrible family members get the better of Tiffany – or is this just the beginning of the end for them?

When Tiffany and Rosie are asked to investigate “haunted” happenings, they don’t expect to get involved in a very real murder. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what happens and the duo are plunged into a web of deceipt as they try to solve the case. From creepy butlers to joyful inheritors, who could the killer be? And how are the “haunted” happenings really being orchestrated?