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His practice newly established, metaphysician Ned Mathey can't afford to turn away any clients. But the latest Londoner to seek Ned's magical aid gives him pause: Mr. Edgar Nevett, an arrogant banker, is the father of the bully who made Ned's life hell at boarding school. Nevertheless, Ned accepts the commission to ensure the Nevett family silver bears no ancient or modern curses, and then prepares to banish the Nevett family to unpleasant memory again.

This book describes a technique developed and refined by the authors, all of them young actors, in their work with Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Mamet, actor W. H. Macy, and director Gregory Mosher. A Practical Handbook for the Actor is written for any actor who has ever experienced the frustrations of acting classes that lacked clarity and objectivity, and that failed to provide a dependable set of tools.

Here are the stories of those who have encountered and embraced the way of life called Shin Buddhism (or Jodo Shinshu). Starting from other religious traditions and backgrounds, the writers have “crossed over” to become part of the Shin Buddhist community in the U.S. and Canada. In powerful essays, they share personal experiences and explain how their paths found a new direction.

In Burning Bright, Scott tells a passionate, colorful tale of love and death, her best yet. Setting her story on the free-port planet of Burning Bright, nexus of trade, politically balanced between the human and Hsai empires in space, and center of virtual reality gaming for all of civilization, Scott weaves a network of intrigue and suspense.

In the sequel to Lambda Literary Award-winning Death by Silver, metaphysician Ned Mathey and private detective Julian Lynes again challenge magical and murderous threats in a Victorian London not quite the city in our history books.

The last few months have been a whirlwind for Cammie MacCloud. Ever since she agreed to join the gen:LOCK program to help fight the Union, an authoritarian force threatening the world, she's been struggling to find her place in the group. As a 17-year-old genius hacker, she doesn't really fit in among the other four recruits: She can't shoot, she isn't the most graceful in the field, and her brash style doesn't exactly jibe with Command. But Cammie notices things the others don't, and she has the skills to investigate when something feels off....

In a space-faring civilization where a single woman is increasingly disenfranchised, the star pilot Silence Leigh is defrauded from her inheritance by a greedy competitor. Forced to ally with two men, Silence is dragged into a deadly political struggle, and is tantalized by the hints of the legendary Earth, as well as the dread and the glory of Magi's power. Her dreams of having her own ship and of escape from the Hegemony's oppressions take on new direction and focus when she joins the crew of "The Sun-Treader".

In Five-Twelfths of Heaven, Silence Leigh discovered that she was not only unusual as a female pilot. She was also an impossible thing: a female magus. Her unique abilities make her the only person capable of reaching Earth, humanity's original home, now sealed behind a mysterious barrier. But first she must learn to use her newfound talents.

Silence Leigh has finally wangled a deal with the Hegemony to use their gear to help them find the lost star roads to Earth. This comes at a price, though, as the credit for this will go to the leader of the Hegemony's family, so that one of his relatives can inherit his position, given that he has no children.

Reverdy Jian, a freelance "dreamspace" pilot based on Persephone (an arid world so hot the population lives underground), and her partners Imre Vaughn and "Red" take on a job flying a custom-made ship for the secretive Meredalia Mitexi. They're to search for Mitexi's lost brother, Venya - an almost legendary designer of the near-sentient computer "constructs" that help human pilots navigate dreamspace - who vanished soon after his claim to have created a true artificial intelligence was suppressed by his corporate employer, Kagami Ltd.

Judith Scott was born with Down syndrome. She was deaf, and never learned to speak. She was also a talented artist. Judith was institutionalized until her sister Joyce reunited with her and enrolled her in an art class. Judith went on to become an artist of renown with her work displayed in museums and galleries around the world. Poignantly told by Joyce Scott with Brie Spangler, Unbound is inspiring and warm, showing us that we can soar beyond our perceived limitations and accomplish something extraordinary.

Issue 5 of The Blue Rose Magazine contains more coverage of David Lynch and Mark Frost's Twin Peaks. Contents include: A brand new interview with actor Ray Wise (Leland Palmer). He talks about his work on the original series as well as Fire Walk With Me and Season 3. He gives a never before heard account of where Leland ends and Bob begins. A new interview with writer Damon Lindelof (Lost, The Leftovers). He is a huge fan of Twin Peaks and puts Season 3 into perspective from an executive producer's point of view. John Thorne (Wrapped In Plastic, Blue Rose) writes an extended essay that ...

Dracula, Wolfman, The Mummy, Frankenstein. You've lived with the stories your whole life. You've read the tales. You've watched the films. But what if the stories were different? What if the things you read about these monsters were warped and twisted? Here lie stories you may not have heard. Stories both weird and shocking. Bizarre and grotesque. Alternate versions of your favorite classic monsters you've never read and never will again. Featuring 13 stories by Jonathan Moon, The Sisters of Slaughter, Tom Lucas and more!

Have you ever tried to read the Bible but ended up with more questions than answers? Tune in to Pastor Scott's podcast to study the bible in a way that will unlock the riches that exist within. Pastor Scott teaches on various subjects from the Resurrection to Revelation. The teaching is designed to engage a thinking person, there is no need to leave your brain at the door of this church. Bring your questions and study along with Pastor Scott to better Understand the Bible.

Pastor Scott provides deep insight to the book of Colossians and reveal stunning facts of history that are still relevant and can be applied in your life today.

Pastor Scott provides deep insight to the book of Colossians and reveal stunning facts of history that are still relevant and can be applied in your life today.

From a prison cell in Rome, the Apostle Paul penned this corrective letter to the church at Colossae. Located in Asia Minor (modern Turkey) this ancient city was once a thriving community. Within a short period, less than 50 years, after the death and resurrection of Christ, they had succumbed to heretical doctrines influenced by paganism and a splinter of Judaism. Paul had to counter this false doctrine of angelic worship by reminding them that Christ is the “Icon” of the invisible God, and the Creator of all things. In this series of messages, Pastor Scott digs into the Old Testament and...

En pod om coachning, personlig utveckling och självledarskap. Hur blir jag en bättre versionen av mig själv och hur hushållet jag med min energi och mina resurser?

"Join Scott and Melissa a husband and wife duo as they navigate the hot-button issues of the day and tackle them with humor, empathy, and a dash of snark. From politics, pop culture, and/or religion with no topic off limits as they provide their unique perspectives and engage in lively debates. Tune in to "Married with issues" for a fresh take on the issues that matter and a reminder that even in today's divided world, love and understanding can still reign supreme."