Download or read book Grace Grits and Ghosts written by Susan Gabriel and published by . This book was released on 2015-11-17 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This delightful collection of short stories from this bestselling author, is rich in humor as well as mystery and meaning. Whether white or black, living or dead, down home country of upscale urban, Gabriel's characters and quirky, poignant and deep. They include: A Gullah woman using folk magic to cast her latest spell. A girl coming-og-age dealing with the death in 1940s Tennessee. A wealthy Savannah matriarch with gastrointestinal issues guarding family secrets. A good ol' boy observing himself shortly after his death. An agoraphobic woman striking up a unique friendship with the girl across the street. And a band of seventy-year-olds finding healing in a mountain stream. These stories are all rooted in the southern landscape-from the steamy coast of Georgia, to the current day Atlanta suburbs, to the ancient Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina.

Download or read book Southern Secrets Susan Gabriel Southern Fiction Box Set written by Susan Gabriel and published by Wild Lily Arts. This book was released on 2015-10-14 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Southern fiction lovers will enjoy this exclusive two book box set from acclaimed Southern author Susan Gabriel. It features two of her most popular novels, Temple Secrets and The Secret Sense of Wildflower (a Kirkus Review Best Book of 2012). Save 33% off the separate ebooks and 66% off the paperback prices! Temple Secrets Fans of The Help and Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil will delight in this comic novel of family secrets by acclaimed writer, Susan Gabriel (The Secret Sense of Wildflower, a Best Book of 2012 by Kirkus Reviews). Every family has secrets, but the elite Temple family of Savannah has more than most. To maintain their influence, they've been documenting the indiscretions of other prestigious southern families, dating as far back as the Civil War. When someone begins leaking these tantalizing tidbits to the newspaper, the entire city of Savannah, Georgia is rocking with secrets. The current keeper of the secrets and matriarch of the Temple clan is Iris, a woman of unpredictable gastrointestinal illnesses and an extra streak of meanness that even the ghosts in the Temple mansion avoid. When Iris unexpectedly dies, the consequences are far flung and significant, not only to her family—who get in line to inherit the historic family mansion—but to Savannah itself. At the heart of the story is Old Sally, an expert in Gullah folk magic, who some suspect cast a voodoo curse on Iris. At 100 years of age, Old Sally keeps a wise eye over the whole boisterous business of secrets and the settling of Iris's estate. In the Temple family, nothing is as it seems, and everyone has a secret. “The secrets and lies of Savannah, Georgia’s upper crust come to light in Gabriel’s Southern Gothic novel. Gabriel unfolds her story deftly, with well-paced revelations about the complicated relationships between the mansion’s white and black inhabitants…Gabriel also evokes the Spanish moss–covered atmosphere of ghost-filled Savannah, and the Temple mansion in particular, with satisfying spookiness…The author’s thoughtfulness about masters and slaves, employers and servants, and family relations also contributes to a satisfying read. Savannah’s atmosphere, culture, and history flavor this engaging tale of intertwined families.” – Kirkus Reviews The Secret Sense of Wildflower The Secret Sense of Wildflower earned a coveted Starred Review from Kirkus Reviews and was named by Kirkus as a Best Books of 2012. Set in 1940s Appalachia, The Secret Sense of Wildflower tells the story of Louisa May “Wildflower” McAllister whose life has been shaped around the recent death of her beloved father in a sawmill accident. While her mother hardens in her grief, Wildflower and her three sisters must cope with their loss themselves, as well as with the demands of daily survival. Despite these hardships, Wildflower has a resilience that is forged with humor, a love of the land, and an endless supply of questions to God, who she isn't so sure she agrees with. When Johnny Monroe, the town’s teenage ne’er-do-well, sets his sights on Wildflower, she must draw on the strength of her relations, both living and dead, to deal with his threat. With prose as lush and colorful as the American South, The Secret Sense of Wildflower is powerful and poignant, brimming with energy and angst, humor and hope. "A quietly powerful story, at times harrowing but ultimately a joy to read.” - Kirkus Reviews Get two great southern novels for one great price!

Download or read book No Grits No Glory written by Elaine Calloway and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Brianna fled down South to Savannah to escape the voices of the dead. Just when she thought she'd left all paranormal things behind, she discovers her house is haunted by a family of Southern ghosts. These persistent beings not only hide her white shoes after Labor Day, but they wreak havoc on her life to convince her to help them bring their killer to justice. Steven put Savannah in his rear view mirror years ago to follow his passion for music. When his band splits up and he can't reach his little sister for weeks, he races home only to learn his whole family died in a mysterious house fire. The house Brianna now lives in. Together, Brianna and Steven learn who murdered Steven's family and become caught in a web of intrigue that will threaten their careers, their homes, but especially their lives."-- From Amazon.com.

Download or read book Grit Grace written by Tim McGraw and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2019-11-05 with total page 477 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Grammy-Award winning music superstar and actor Tim McGraw comes a one-of-a kind lifestyle book that melds his personal fitness transformation story with practical advice to inspire healthy changes in readers’ lives. Tim McGraw is as well-known for his unparalleled accomplishments in the entertainment industry as he is for his boundless energy—he is the embodiment of vitality and success. But only a decade ago, he found himself struggling with his health. The demands of his meteoric career and life on the road had taken a toll. McGraw came to a crossroads where knew that unless he made his physical health a priority, he would put his personal happiness and professional success at risk. In Grit & Grace, McGraw shares his transformation story along with encouragement, inspiration, and real-life, practical advice to help readers become healthy, strong and fit in mind and body. For the first time, McGraw will share the details of the mental and physical routine that got him in the best shape of his life. He suggests that there is no magic formula to getting stronger and healthier: it is about making a commitment to do and be better, and holding yourself accountable each day. McGraw didn’t follow a playbook or have a squad of trainers overseeing his every step. He describes his way of getting into shape as more "maverick"--tuning into a vision of what you personally want to achieve, staying focused, and putting in the work. McGraw says his physical transformation has ignited a whole-life transformation. "My mind is clearer, my sense of purpose is sharper, and my relationships are deeper. Consistent physical exercise helps me bring focus to my life and to the people who mean the most to me." In Grit & Grace, McGraw makes this transformation accessible to anyone, sharing with readers the physical and mental tools they can use to create the life they deserve.

Download or read book Ghost of the Bed and Breakfast written by and published by Carole Marsh Books. This book was released on with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Ghost of the Kentucky Bed and Breakfast written by Carole Marsh and published by Carole Marsh Books. This book was released on 1994 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Grace and the Ghost written by Estelle Maher and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-24 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is our life dictated by us, fate or divine intervention?On her way home from the office, thirty-year-old Grace Hammond stumbles across a tramp named Crowley who is found dead in her village the following day.Crowley soon returns to Grace looking for her help so he can cross over. He just needs to complete a task that will have a positive effect on her life.Unfortunately, neither knows where to start!Help comes in the form of her landlord, her elderly neighbour, her gay best friend, a good looking American and Frank Sinatra!Can Grace help Crowley be with his family? Can she get her own life back on track?

Download or read book Ghost in the Lighthouse written by Miles J. Anderson and published by Banzai West. This book was released on 2021-09-24 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ghost in the Lighthouse is a fast paced story for kids 8 to 12 years old. A fun and spooky mystery that gets kids hooked on reading. Do you believe in ghosts? Twelve-year-old Noah is excited to move to the California coast with his military family until he hears rumors the nearby lighthouse is haunted. Everyone in town knows about the ghost in the lighthouse. The Lady in the Light is a local legend, but Noah’s parents don’t believe in ghosts. When the ghost attacks Noah and his new friends, Eli and Grace, there’s no escape. Will Noah banish the ghost or perish? Topics: scary books, scary stories, middle school, middle school book, middle school books, kids books, books for kids, book for kids, books for boys, children’s books, children’s fiction, children books ages 9 to 12, children books for age 8 and up, children books for age 8 to 12, kids books for ages 9 to 12, kids books for age 8 and up, kids books for age 8 to 12, kids mystery book, children's mystery book, children's mystery book, kids adventure book, children's adventure book, children adventure book, ages 9-12, Mysteries, Action & adventure, Growing up, ghost story, ghost stories Other readers of Miles J. Anderson books enjoyed books by: Rick Riordan, Neil Gaiman, James Dashner, Mary Downing Hahn, Victoria Schwab, Alvin Schwartz, Jeff Kinney, Dan Gutman, R.L. Stine, Katherine Arden, Max Brallier, K.R. Alexander, Dustin Brady

Download or read book No Grits No Glory written by Elaine Calloway and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Irish born and bred Brianna McNeil fled down South to Savannah to escape the voices of the dead. Just when she thought she'd left all paranormal things behind, she discovers her house is haunted--by a family of Southern ghosts. These persistent beings not only hide her white shoes after Labor Day, but they wreak havoc on her life to convince her to help them bring their killer to justice.Steven put Savannah in his rear-view mirror years ago to follow his passion for music. When his band splits up and he can't reach his little sister for weeks, he races home--only to learn his whole family died in a mysterious house fire. The house Brianna now lives in.Together, Brianna and Steven learn who murdered Steven's family and become caught in a web of intrigue that will threaten their careers, their homes, but especially their lives.This is Book One in The Southern Ghosts Series. Look for Book 2 in 2015. Elaine Calloway writes tales of the living, the dead, and the eerie in between. For more information, visit her website at www.elainecalloway.com.

Download or read book Temple Secrets written by Susan Gabriel and published by . This book was released on 2015-02 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A town held together with secrets. A wealthy widow looking for an heir. One choice could shame high society into submission. Temple Secrets is a hilarious novel with a Southern gothic flair. If you like wisecracking humor, headstrong women, and twisty mysteries, then you'll love this compelling tale of an unconventional inheritance.

Download or read book American Ghost written by Janis Owens and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-03-12 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A compelling, deeply rewarding novel from a unique southern storyteller, American Ghost is Janis Owens' richly woven story about how unresolved family history and the racial tensions of the past threaten a love affair between two young Floridians"--

Download or read book Adventures of the Ghost Patrol written by James Bell and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2018-07-23 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ghost Patrol got its name after being reported that all members were killed in the battle of Gettysburg. The Special Forces unit had gotten well-known for its successful raids on Yankee supply lines, either destroying them or carrying war materials to rebel camps. Now they were asked to attack supply trains and even to steal the whole train and bring it to the rebels who were in desperate need of all war supplies. Captain Sam, as his men liked to call him, was an excellent soldier. He handpicked his men and gave them special training. They were well-disciplined to fight hard and win. They could hit their targets hundreds of yards away with their long-range rifles. Captain Samuel Clifton was a plantation owner and a family man, who loved his beautiful wife and children. They loved to have parties where they were known for serving good food and having great entertainment.

Download or read book Seeking Sara Summers written by Susan Gabriel and published by Susan Gabriel. This book was released on 2008 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This emotional and lyrical novel is a timeless story about love, commitment, and transformation, as a woman struggling with cancer and the collapse of her marriage rekindles her attraction to a girlhood friend.

Download or read book The Green Man written by Kingsley Amis and published by New York Review of Books. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The owner of a haunted country inn contends with death, fatherhood, romantic woes, and alcoholism in this humorous and “rattling good ghost story” from a Booker Prize–winning author (The New York Times) Maurice Allington has reached middle age and is haunted by death. As he says, “I honestly can’t see why everybody who isn’t a child, everybody who’s theoretically old enough to have understood what death means, doesn’t spend all his time thinking about it. It’s a pretty arresting thought.” He also happens to own and run a country inn that is haunted. The Green Man opens as Maurice’s father drops dead (had he seen something in the room?) and continues as friends and family convene for the funeral. Maurice’s problems are many and increasing: How to deal with his own declining health? How to reach out to a teenage daughter who watches TV all the time? How to get his best friend’s wife in the sack? How to find another drink? (And another.) And then there is always death. The Green Man is a ghost story that hits a live nerve, a very black comedy with an uncannily happy ending: in other words, Kingsley Amis at his best.

Download or read book Lily s Song written by Susan Gabriel and published by . This book was released on 2016-03-07 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Wildflower" McAllister's daughter, Lily, now 14, struggles with her mother's reluctance to tell her who her father is. When a stranger appears on the family doorstep, drunk and evoking ghosts from the past, it threatens to break the close-knit McAllister family apart. Meanwhile, Wildflower has a deep secret of her own. When Lily discovers it by accident, it changes everything she thought she knew about her mother. The events that follow silence the singing she dreamed of sharing with the world. With her signature metaphors, Gabriel weaves a compelling tale that captures the resilience and strength of both mother and daughter, as secrets revealed test their strong bond and ultimately change their lives forever. Set in 1956 southern Appalachia.

Download or read book Tea Leaf Secrets written by Susan Gabriel and published by Temple Secrets Series. This book was released on 2021-10-31 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A legacy to fulfill. A long-hidden secret. A shocking climax to the trilogy that began with Temple Secrets and Gullah Secrets.Although Old Sally has been gone a year, Violet still hasn't gotten over the loss of her beloved grandmother, with whom she shared the connection of the ancient Gullah magic. Mired in grief despite her thriving teashop in downtown Savannah, what Violet wants more than anything is to hear from her grandmother-especially when her Gullah intuition indicates a storm is brewing.Does it have something to do with the strange couple Queenie keeps spotting in the dunes? Or Iris's diary that Rose discovered hidden in the family bank vault, revealing a side of her aloof and aristocratic mother that she never knew? But Old Sally remains silent as shocking secrets are revealed that will turn the lives of the Temple women upside down. Now everything that Violet holds dear is threatened?unless she's brave enough to answer the call of her ancestors.The ghosts of the past are laid to rest once and for all in the amazing finale in the bestselling Temple Secrets series, where Southern gothic mystery meets a heartwarming cast of unforgettable independent women in one immensely satisfying story of fate, family, and friendship.

Download or read book The Football Girl written by Thatcher Heldring and published by Delacorte Press. This book was released on 2017-04-04 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For every athlete or sports fanatic who knows she's just as good as the guys. This is for fans of The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen, Grace, Gold, and Glory by Gabrielle Douglass and Breakaway: Beyond the Goal by Alex Morgan. The summer before Caleb and Tessa enter high school, friendship has blossomed into a relationship . . . and their playful sports days are coming to an end. Caleb is getting ready to try out for the football team, and Tessa is training for cross-country. But all their structured plans derail in the final flag game when they lose. Tessa doesn’t want to end her career as a loser. She really enjoys playing, and if she’s being honest, she likes it even more than running cross-country. So what if she decided to play football instead? What would happen between her and Caleb? Or between her two best friends, who are counting on her to try out for cross-country with them? And will her parents be upset that she’s decided to take her hobby to the next level? This summer Caleb and Tessa figure out just what it means to be a boyfriend, girlfriend, teammate, best friend, and someone worth cheering for. “A great next choice for readers who have enjoyed Catherine Gilbert Murdock’s Dairy Queen and Miranda Kenneally’s Catching Jordan.”—SLJ “Fast-paced football action, realistic family drama, and sweet romance…[will have] readers looking for girl-powered sports stories…find[ing] plenty to like.”—Booklist “Tessa's ferocious competitiveness is appealing.”—Kirkus Reviews “[The Football Girl] serve[s] to illuminate the appropriately complicated emotions both of a young romance and of pursuing a dream. Heldring writes with insight and restraint.”—The Horn Book