Download or read book Grammy s Treasure Hunt written by Joan Marie and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2024-06-21 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today, Luca, a ten-year-old boy, is going to embark on Grammy's Treasure Hunt. Luca is about to experience the most unique ice hockey game ever played. His adventure brings him face-to-face with very unusual opponents, uncommon rules, and a personal challenge for Luca that he very much wants to win. He will meet a new friend who just might be his best hidden secret of all. Luca will need to use his physical skills as well as his personal beliefs to try to win his treasure. Will Luca do what is needed to win the greatest prize? One crucial moment will decide it all.

Download or read book He Is I Say written by David Wild and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2010-08 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A portrait of Neil Diamond, and what he means to his fans, told by a journalist who has interviewed the "Jewish American Elvis."

Download or read book Invasion Earth written by Penny L. Samms and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2013-07 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chuck Holloway is a typical teenager who struggles with self-esteem, nurtures a secret crush on a girl, and wonders if he will ever feel like anything more than a loser. But his entire existence changes when aliens Begin invading Earth and abducting humans from their homes. Life as he knows it has ended. Suddenly, Chuck and his friend Farley are trapped in the crossfire between family and an unknown menace while simultaneously attempting to deal with their own issues two bullies who are becoming increasingly dangerous and violent. In the interest of defending their families and themselves against the aliens and the bullies, Farley and Chuck travel to another planet to learn martial arts skills from dojo master, Yu, who is notorious for being a death machine. As Chuck and Farley begin to discover strength and courage they did not know they possessed, they become more determined than ever to overcome their weaknesses. In this suspenseful science fiction adventure, two teenagers who join forces with an unexpected ally in the battle against aliens soon realize that they must be the ones to save Earth. Now only time will tell if they are truly ready for the responsibility.

Download or read book Galling Fire written by Ryan Fleming and published by Untreed Reads. This book was released on 2012 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The war between the states is raging. Three brothers barely out of their teens--Ephraim, George, and Ely Watson--all try to survive the heart-wrenching bloodshed as soldiers of the 17th Connecticut, a regiment under the command of Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant, goes toe to toe with Confederate commander, General Robert E. Lee. In the months to come, the strife would cost the lives of thousands of men, including Ephraim and George Watson. Grief-stricken Ely, the sole surviving brother, would will himself to remain courageous for the sake of his loved ones back home, whom he knew awaited his safe return. He would grab a rare opportunity to leave the military to start afresh and attempt to bury the painful memories of the war forever.

Download or read book Livin Ain t Easy written by Peron Long and published by Urban Books. This book was released on 2012-04-24 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Livin Ain't Easy is a story of self-evaluation, heartache, and renewal-all wrapped up in suspense and murder. The story chronicles approximately seven months of the lives of Devlin Carter and Simone Jackson. Devlin is a 32-year-old former schoolteacher whose development of a line of educational tools has made him a very wealthy man. His dreams in life had basically been to teach and to help students achieve their maximum potential. He also wanted to be able to provide the finer things in life for his grandmother, who raised him, and for Leslie, the love of his life. Sadly, his grandmother died five years before his financial achievements, and Leslie couldn't wait around for him to become successful. She married another man for his money. In spite of her marriage, though, Leslie has heard of Devlin's new wealth and she's trying to keep their on-again, off-again affair alive. Simone Jackson is a 31-year-old local television talk show host whose show is in the verge of going national. She is happy about the success she has accomplished in broadcasting, but her dreams of love of and for a man have been nonexistent, due to her sexual orientation. Since her first experience in college ten years earlier, she has lived the life of a lesbian. She is now at a crossroads in her life. She is no longer happy with her personal choices, and when she meets a future guest on her show, Devlin Carter, her interest in him creates feelings she had only dreamed of in the past. At the same time, she's looking to end the relationship with her lover, Trinity. When Devlin and Simone meet the day his best friend dies, she immediately becomes the friend that he needs, and he becomes the dream she'swished to have for years. As they begin to form a bond, they are both confronted with issues of overbearing, vindictive ex-lovers, as well as the surprising emergence of Devlin's long-absent father. When an attempt is made on Devlin's life and then one of their ex-lovers ends up dead, will it rip them apart, or bring them closer together?

Download or read book Beautiful Justice written by Brooke Axtell and published by Seal Press. This book was released on 2019-04-02 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A story of healing and a guide to seeking justice after sexual abuse from Brooke Axtell, one of the foremost survivor experts on sexual assault, domestic violence, and human trafficking When Brooke Axtell was seven years old, her nanny subjected her to sex trafficking. Today, she is a champion and advocate for women around the world who have experienced sexual violence and trauma. Beautiful Justice shares Brooke's own gripping story, both the trauma of sex trafficking and also her pathway through healing, moving on, and reclaiming power. Along the way, she imparts warm wisdom for others who have experienced similar violence, providing lessons from her own life and from the thousands of women, advocates, and lawmakers she's spoken with. Relying on her own experiences and a keen awareness of public policy, she provides a clear-eyed awareness of the ways that our culture and government work against women experiencing violence around the world. Inspiring and powerfully redemptive, Brooke encourages readers to take part in a creative resistance as a path to justice.

Download or read book NIV Grandmother s Bible eBook written by Various Authors, and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2010-06-01 with total page 7923 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For many women, being a grandmother is God’s finest gift—they have achieved great depth of experience and breadth of love, and they have grandchildren with whom to share these qualities. The Grandmother’s Bible is the first Bible published for this active, engaged, Bible-reading audience. Over 60 well-known Christian women—including Ruth Graham, Elisa Morgan, Elizabeth George, Thelma Wells, Karen Kingsbury, and Carol Cymbala—share their thoughts, stories, and encouragement in this Bible’s articles and daily devotionals. With a focus on daily prayer, this uniquely personal Bible offers guidance, inspiration, and practical tools as grandmothers share their love and God’s Word with their grandchildren. Features: • 365 devotions – readings draw grandmothers closer to their Lord and to their grandchildren • Grandchild in Focus – a simple plan to help grandmothers pray regularly for their grandchildren • Praying the Scriptures for Your Grandchild – Bible verses in a prayer format • Stories to Share – over 150 key Bible stories ideal for sharing specific life lessons • Talking Points – a practical guide for using Scripture to discuss over 40 relevant topics, such as salvation, knowing God’s will, friendship, etc. • Perspectives – original, thought-provoking articles addressing personal aspirations and the joys and challenges of being a grandmother • Special sleeve to hold grandchild’s photo • Custom presentation pages • Two-color design in an easy-to-read type • Book introductions, topical index, and more • Complete New International Version

Download or read book Sultry with a Twist written by Macy Beckett and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-10-02 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Witty and fun, warm and endearing, Macy Beckett will tug your heartstrings!"— Carly Phillips, New York Times Bestselling Author In order to achieve her lifetime dream of owning her own martini bar, June Augustine must return to her small town of Sultry, Texas...and to the man who intoxicates her life no other. Nine years after June Augustine hightailed it out of Sultry Springs with her heart in pieces, one thing stands between her and her dream of opening an upscale martini bar: a bogus warrant from her tiny Texas hometown. Now she's stuck in the sticks for a month of community service under the supervision of the devilishly sexy Luke Gallagher, her first love and ex-best friend. If Texas wasn't already hot enough, working side-by-side with June would make any man melt. Luke wants nothing more than to strip her down and throw her in the lake-the same lake where they were found buck naked and guilty as sin all those years ago. In their heads, they're older and wise. But their hearts tell a different story. Sultry Springs Series: Sultry with a Twist (Book 1) A Shot of Sultry (Book 2) Surrender to Sultry (Book 3)

Download or read book Haunting at Howard Hill written by Betty Larosa and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2012-11 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Melissa Creighton was never one to follow her father s admonitions, especially when, for some strange reason, he tells her not to go to the attic. So, being Melissa, she goes to the attic. There she discovers her beloved grandfather Philip Creighton s Civil War journal hidden in the bottom of a trunk. What she reads in his journal sparks her imagination and, burning with curiosity, she is determined to visit Howard Hill, the Petersburg, Virginia plantation where he spent so much time during the siege of Petersburg. Using her best little-sister wiles, she convinces her reluctant brother Alex to sneak away with her to find Howard Hill. When Melissa and Alex enter the abandoned plantation house, she senses at once that they are not alone. Soon, they encounter the unexpected including the malevolent presence that places their lives in danger. Despite that, they remain committed to finding answers to the puzzling questions that arise during their terrifying journey into the past. What they discover turns their lives upside down.

Download or read book Sins of a Nation written by Don McGraw and published by BookPros, LLC. This book was released on 2007-06 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The presidential race is deadlocked--until murder tips the scale. Now attorney Janelle Harcourt finds evidence implicating the presidential front-runner in the showdowy background of a high-level CIA video file. Her investigation links three of the nation's most powerful political figures in a most unimaginable way. This trio is intent to use all of their power to silence the truth.

Download or read book Girl Hero written by Carrie Jones and published by North Star Editions, Inc.. This book was released on 2011-09-08 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Liliana Faltin just wants some stability in her life. But her mother’s boyfriend has a thing for booze and touching. To deal, Lily writes letters to John Wayne. Yeah, he’s a dead movie cowboy, but whatever—at least the Duke knew how to be a hero. Now, Lily just needs to figure out how to be a hero herself.

Download or read book Daydreams Nightmares written by Troy St. Jacques and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2011-10-18 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ~ A drug addicted person who suffers with OCD and anxiety who has a very difficult choice to make. ~ A noise that was heard outside of the shower and someone who finds out what it is the hard way. ~ A follow up, years later, where Pit Of Betrayal left off and what has happened with young Derek. ~ A number of premonitions that, unfortunately, keep coming true. ~ A journey to a distant land to find the remedy that could possibly save their mothers life. These and two others tales that make up this collection of seven short stories that will haunt you, amaze you and quite possibly inspire you. Take a trip down a road of many colors. Are you daydreaming or is it really a nightmare?

Download or read book The Inspiring Grandmother written by Doris Rikkers and published by Our Daily Bread Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-26 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grandmothers—you love your grandchildren and want what’s best for them. Nourish your own soul so you can nurture your grandchildren. Start with The Inspiring Grandmother, featuring 90 devotions written by top Christian authors such as Elisa Morgan, Cynthia Heald, Karen Kingsbury, Ruth Graham, and Carol Cymbala. Each devotion contains a relevant topic, two prayers (one for you and one for your grandchildren), and practical guides for you to share your love and God’s Word with your grandchildren. Make an impact and give them a legacy.

Download or read book A Season for New Beginnings written by Susan Willis Updegraff and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2016-06-10 with total page 505 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is August 2000 and Caroline Winthrop is still passionate about helping women and children who are victims of domestic violence. Although her nonprofit foundation is now a Georgia state agency, Caroline continues to be involved with fundraising and occasionally in the operation of the home. As she helps yet another woman progress through the New Beginnings program, Caroline has no idea that in the future, she will use the information to make profound changes to Georgia laws. As Carolines passion takes on a new level of commitment and launches her into unfamiliar territory, her husband, Garrett, is presented with the best career opportunity of his life. But as Garrett tackles his latest challenge and Carolines mother and their two college-age children face their own issues, Caroline and Garrett find they have little time to slow down. Still, she and Garrett look forward to the future when they hope to enjoy life together. But just as they begin to make plans for their retirement, tragedy strikes and changes everything. In this continuing historical tale, a wealthy Southern matriarch and her family members each embark on a quest to find a new beginning where they discover that change is the only certainty in life.

Download or read book Alone in a Crowded Room written by Constance Bierkan and published by LifeRich Publishing. This book was released on 2017-09-20 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When five-year-old Lexie Saunders learns she is adopted and is told she is handpicked by Mother from a line-up of baby cribs, her life is forever changed. Instead of feeling special, Lexie becomes haunted by Mama, the mystery lady who gave birth to her. The disappearance of Mama leaves a hole in Lexies heart, keeping her separate and feeling different from others. She often experiences acute loneliness even in the midst of a crowd of friends or family. Were she to learn the reason for her adoption, perhaps she would feel complete. However, searching for Mama means a possible rejection plus it might devastate the mother who has raised her. Lexie, Mama, and Mother have each suffered greatly: one the loss of a mother, one the loss of a child, and one the loss of fertility. Together in the adoption triad, they are like the notes of a musical chord, inextricably intertwined for better or worse. In recognition of her adopted grandparents and aunts unconditional love, Lexie will eventually gain the courage to search for answers plaguing her over a lifetime. Will they bring closure or open old wounds?

Download or read book Only You written by Sarah Flowers and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-12-31 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Chance went and Dina froze. Stared at him went white as a ghost. She thought, how dare he come here? Finally regaining her composure quickly said, "I have to leave Dad, a few pressing things I must take care of. I'll see you guys at the office, we will make plans for the party there."Ross thought aha, this must be the bastard that broke her heart. So he answered, "Sure thing sweetheart, what ever you want, you got it!"Chance wanted to sock the guy. His guts were twist-ed, who the hell is this guy calling her sweetheart? The party? What kind? Engagement? Rehearsal party for the wedding? What?Dina called out, "Guards I'm ready!" Out she went, practically running. She heard Chance under his breath say, "Little bitch!"

Download or read book The Way of the Guilty written by Jennifer Stanley and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2010-08-31 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cooper Lee has a new outlook on life, thanks to her friends at Hope Street Church. Spending time with the Sunrise Bible Study Group nourishes her mind and soul. But home is where the heart is—along with Mrs. Lee’s baked treats—and Cooper is indeed happy to have such a great family to come home to when not spending time with Nathan, a friend from the group who just might be (fingers crossed) The One. So when her sister, Ashley, is implicated in a gruesome murder, Cooper snaps into action. Along with Nathan and her friends from Hope Street, Cooper vows to solve this unholy mess—with a wing, a prayer, and a small dose of snooping…