Download or read book Fist Full of Sand written by Ranjeet Grover a.k.a GKRanji and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-07-29 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fist Full of Sand is a collection of skillfully crafted and powerful stories of recent immigrant Indians who came to the United States to live, raise their families and be part of this country despite the cultural clashes, social upheaval and generational divide. These are their tales of confl ict, tradition and belief, success and failure, hope and aspirations for the future. The stories may be fi ctional but most of them are woven around the true incidents and common concerns of the Indians living in America. The message in the book is “Life is like a fi st full of sand which cannot be held tight. More you try to hold it more it slips through your fi ngers. Life is an adventure full of challenges. Don’t dwell on them. Learn from them and move on”

Download or read book This Recruit written by Kieran Michael Lalor and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2010-11-11 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Just before the dawn of the Global War on Terror, Kieran Michael Lalor left his career as a high school social studies teacher, endeavoring to fulfill his lifelong dream. Lalor followed his father and brothers footsteps into the United States Marine Corps. This Recruit presents Lalors nightly journal entries, beginning with the uneasy trip to the recruiters office and the eerily quiet midnight bus ride to Parris Island. Lalor describes the wicked combination of fatigue, nerves, disorientation, misery, loneliness, and homesickness that conspire to keep him from his goalalong with the hours of close order drill, push-ups, hand-to-hand combat training, the pit, and the unrelenting mind games. Witness the nasty recruit-on-recruit infighting that results when young men struggle to survive while being pushed past their limits physically, mentally, and emotionally. Gaze at the target from the five hundred yard line on Qualification Day, when failure means at least an extra two weeks on the island and the added humiliation of failing the quintessential test of a Marine. Experience the rappel tower, night firing, the infiltration courses, and long, back-crushing humps. Struggle with Lalor and his platoon as they try to overcome the Crucible, the final obstacle before claiming the title of United States Marine.

Download or read book Vessel written by Sarah Beth Durst and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-09-11 with total page 415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the goddess Bayla fails to take over Liyana's body, Liyana's people abandon her in the desert to find a more worthy vessel. She soon meets Korbyn, who says the souls of seven deities have been stolen and he needs Liyana's help to find them.

Download or read book Redemption written by Emily Moore and published by Author House. This book was released on 2012-07-25 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clarissa has it all; the looks, smarts, friends, money, humor, family, everything. Never once having to lift a finger for herself, this beauty is living the life we all dream about. At least until a tragedy occurs, and it's all her fault. Now, on a drastic downward spiral from heaven to hell, Clarissa flees in desperation to hopefully clear her mind and get things right again. Of course she only finds herself more lost and broken than before. Alone, broken, desperate and hopeless, she finds herself even more baffled by the charming Garret and his cozy beach home shared with Anne, his adoptive grandmother. Left with no one to trust, and nowhere to go, Clarissa is forced to stop running and face her worst fear...the truth.

Download or read book Kemet written by Peter Karsten and published by Peter Karsten. This book was released on 2023-10-13 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Kemet' is a poetical adaption of the Egyptian Myth of 'Osiris and Isis'. This is the deluxe edition in one volume, as there is also a three volume set version as follows: The Osirian Trilogy, Book 1: Osiris, The Osirian Trilogy, Book 2: Isis and The Osirian Trilogy, Book 3: Horus.

Download or read book Lothivia Inception written by Michael Thomas and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-04-20 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The people of the Koltathi world explore their universe in powerful starships, travelling vast distances as they search for the answers to life's greatest questions. The people of the world of Lothivia ride on horseback through their lands with sword and bow, bravely forging their civilization into something noble and strong. Unknown to them their world is unique and its secrets, though buried deep, would soon be revealed when these two worlds unintentionally influence each other in a single random event...

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Download or read book The Sword of Darrow written by Hal Malchow and published by BenBella Books. This book was released on 2011-05-31 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a magical realm filled with creatures of every possible shape and size, war is brought upon the peaceful kingdom of Sonnencrest by evil goblin King Malmut. Princess Babette, the only surviving member of the royal family, manages to escape and seeks refuge with Asterux, a powerful wizard who agrees to teach Babette magic, and who disguises her as an ugly gypsy girl to protect her from King Malmut's thugs. Ten years later, Babette must use the magic she has learned to help aid the kingdom's only hope at defeating the goblins' horrible reign: Darrow, a lame boy who can barely pick up a sword but has a great gift for inspiring others. With Babette's unseen help, Darrow begins a journey to free his country once and for all and bring peace back to Sonnencrest. Written by a father and his then eight- year-old son who struggled with a learning disability at the time, "The Sword of Darrow" is an enjoyable adventure that shows how even the unlikeliest of heroes can rise up against injustice.

Download or read book Reflections written by Marilyn Struzik and published by WestBowPress. This book was released on 2013-11-15 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Bed Slowly, slowly Falls the snow, As if uncertain Where to go. Without the wind, Without a sound, It lightly lays A cover down.

Download or read book Up From Here written by David Jackson and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010-11-17 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only thing Jack Davidson wanted was to make it to his brother's beach house on the West coast of Florida before he lost his mind forever. He needed time to decompress and get his mind right after years spent in Iraq and Afghanistan while in the service of the Army. In a cruel twist of fate and awful timing, his life was forever set on a different path when three days after his discharge the United States was ripped apart by an international terrorist plot that left the country in near ruins.Wanting nothing more than to drink away his savings account in peace and obscurity, Jack arrived in Florida and quickly discovered that life hides it's greatest pleasures inside of it's greatest challenges. Jack finds love, hope, and the strength to leave behind the pain caused by years of war with the help of his brother, and a woman named Remy.

Download or read book Maelstrom written by Susanna Strom and published by Cougar Creek Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2021-01-12 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As our band of survivors flee the city, we cling to one hope: Danger lies behind us, not ahead. Kenzie Dunwitty is one of the lucky ones. She survived the flu that ravaged the planet, but her old familiar world is shattered. Most of the population is dead, and the institutions that hold society together have been wiped out. The love she's found with Ripper—her bad boy biker—is more than a source of comfort. His unshakable confidence in her gives her the courage to learn how to fight for survival. And to act out her wildest fantasies. Ripper Solis will do anything to protect Kenzie. Taking care of a woman is a new role for the hardened former soldier, a role as intoxicating as she is. But even his formidable skills might not be enough to keep her from harm. They have their eyes on the prize: Valhalla, a cattle ranch "at the ass end of nowhere." A place so far off the beaten path that he hopes they'll be safe. But new threats await, and they might be even deadlier than the virus.

Download or read book Internet Celebrity written by Crystal Abidin and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2018-07-16 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a framework for thinking about different forms of internet celebrity that have emerged in the last decade. Through cross-cultural case studies, the book offers a brief history of internet celebrity; analysis on recent developments in the industry; and commentary on emergent trends.

Download or read book Roadtrip written by Douglas Jewell and published by Dog Ear Publishing. This book was released on 2009-03 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some adventurous folks climb mountains, swim the English Channel, run the bulls at Pamplona, walk the Appalachian Trail, or sail around the world. Douglas Jewell found adventure through long-distance hitchhiking. This book chronicles three hitchhiking trips. Two coast to coast and back trips, in 1976 and 1994, lasted two months and covered 8,000 miles apiece. The 1989-'90 journey to the U.S. Virgin Islands and back included hitchhiking by yacht and sailboat. Douglas' exploits have had amusing, even comical moments, mixed with heartwarming interactions with downhome people and nature. There were threatening incidents, too, including gun-packing rednecks, sailing through a Perfect Storm, and getting trapped in a mountainous box canyon. Through perseverance, this Baby Boomer wrapped good and bad into life-altering experiences. Standing with thumb out and backpack on his back, the array of interesting characters he encounters in his travels is an intriguing cross section of real life Americana. DOUGLAS JEWELL realized at an early age that he was not one to follow the crowd. The status quo would not do. Despite excelling in school, the thought of a traditional 9 to 5 corporate existence had no appeal. Thus, at age 20, the creation of 'The List'. The list was 10 things to accomplish in life - live in a North Woods cabin, Florida, California and the Caribbean, work on a dairy farm, experience an extended visit to Australia and India or China, hitchhike across America, start and own a business, and find a women who would be a kindred spirit, best friend, and companion to the end of their days. Eight of those goals have been realized. The basis of his life has been "A man has only two things in life - his word and his work." His unshakable belief in that pledge has led him to adventures and accomplishments, as well as disappointment and hardships.

Download or read book Reborn written by Daniel Kuhnley and published by Drezhn Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2018-07-03 with total page 610 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dragon’s Stone is out for blood. The powerful stone has fused with Nardus’s body. And now, he’s been captured and can’t get to Nasduron for help. Perhaps the stone won’t let him. It seems to have a mind of its own. Then again, it could be the silver collar… His captors are taking him to Pravus. The same wizard who started him on this quest and promised him his old life back. But Nardus is desperate to break free. The Dragon’s Stone insists he kill the only man who can bring his family back to life… Meanwhile, twins Aria and Alderan struggle to understand their awakening magical abilities. With one just a step from the throne and the other in the path of a bloodthirsty beast, their powers guide their every move. But against a master manipulator, the twins’ magic may not be enough to survive. Once at the castle, Pravus strives to keep the prisoner Nardus a secret. But when Nardus, Alderan, and Aria discover the truth of their past, it may bury their future… Reborn is the second book in The Dark Heart Chronicles epic fantasy series. If you like fast-paced action, larger-than-life magic, and mind-blowing twists, then you’ll love Daniel Kuhnley’s thrilling novel. Buy Reborn to defeat a sinister scheme today!

Download or read book Mosquito written by Walter P. Bowes and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2010-06-03 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Together they survived World War II, but can they survive the treachery of the post war North African desert? Colby, an American ace, is shot down, wounded and imprisoned, then rescued by Rick, a sympathetic German engineer. After the war, they join forces to form Global Transport, flying cargo, sometimes legitimately. Mosquito opens with a desperate flight for life and then the action starts. A simple errand of mercy escalates into tribal warfare, political intrigue and evil agendas, with all sides requiring something from Colby and Rick. A Catholic nun requires a flight of supplies fl own to stranded slave children, a vile drug-running child-slaver requires his stolen heroin returned, an Arabian princess requires her brothers return to his throne, the CIA requires the allegiance of the winning side and the French require absolvement of this political embarrassment. With the discovery, resurrection and enhancement of a De Havilland Mosquito, Colby and Rick declare war. The author weaves all aspects of the story into a fast paced, thrill-aminute read filled with action, danger and high stakes adventure.

Download or read book Rocstar written by Taj and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-01-14 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyday occurrences yield perspective clues in effective strategy and reveal possibility for success at every turn. This is an exemplary real life adventure that analyzes an entrepreneur attempting to launch a global project at the onset of the New American Recession. Practicality meets Zen in this modern guide to sustainable philosophies for living that are in your face and realistically hip. The radius of cause and effect is real. Ground in sacred principles, keep your sanity, thrive and win in a time of swift and radical change. For everyone who still has a dream. believe explore succeed

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