Download or read book A Rather Remarkable Homecoming written by C.A. Belmond and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join the fun and frolic with American heiress Penny Nichols and her English hero Jeremy Laidley, as the adventurous couple sets off for more elegant travel and delightful sleuthing together! Penny and Jeremy are just returning from their honeymoon, only to be greeted by eccentric friends of Prince Charles bearing a rather royal request: to rescue a historical village on the coast of Cornwall, England. A property developer is bulldozing his way across the countryside to build a monstrous new development, and he's heading straight for Grandmother Beryl's old homestead where the newlyweds first met long ago as kids. Can Penny and Jeremy solve an ancient puzzle in time to save Grandma's house-and the entire village-from total destruction? On the romantic rocky cliffs of Cornwall, amid Celtic lore and tales of Shakespeare, smugglers, and shipwrecks, Penny and Jeremy must contend with a rakish cast of local characters: a bird-watching earl, a famous TV chef, a vain actor, a New Age farmer, a pair of thuggish real-estate tycoons, a rebel rock-and-roller, and a band of determined "eco-warriors." Following a trail of cryptic clues, Penny and Jeremy's new caper takes them to the lush island of Madeira and the legendary castle of Tintagel, in a race against time to find the astonishing truth... before the wrecking ball strikes. With her trademark wit, wisdom, and verve, C.A. Belmond's newest novel in her beloved "Rather" series provides a perfect armchair voyage of Europe's glamorous locales, with plenty of mystery, history, food, wine, love, and life's little pleasures.

Download or read book Furry Tales written by Fred Patten and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2019-09-06 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tales featuring anthropomorphic animals have been around as long as there have been storytellers to spin them, from Aesop's Fables to Reynard the Fox to Alice in Wonderland. The genre really took off following the explosion of furry fandom in the 21st century, with talking animals featuring in everything from science fiction to fantasy to LGBTQ coming-out stories. In his lifetime, Fred Patten (1940-2018)--one of the founders of furry fandom and a scholar of anthropomorphic animal literature--authored hundreds of book reviews that comprise a comprehensive critical survey of the genre. This selected compilation provides an overview from 1784 through the 2010s, covering such popular novels as Watership Down and Redwall, along with forgotten gems like The Stray Lamb and Where the Blue Begins, and science fiction works like Sundiver and Decision at Doona.

Download or read book Homecoming written by Luke Mitchell and published by Luke Mitchell. This book was released on 2024-01-30 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After 2,000 years, the Synth have returned. The Alliance is broken. The galaxy at war. In the heart of chaos, Darkness strikes. King Sparda Kalnoroc is no mortal to be shaken by the likes of one rogue Excalibur Knight. He may not even be mortal at all, if the rumors are to be trusted. When Nate Arturi returns home to find an Earth inexorably changed by the swelling tides of galactic war, he quickly sets course to rid the planet of the pointless buearocracy and fearmongering that seem to have choked it to the point of death. But some problems are not so easily solved. Some enemies cannot be bought or broken. Some enemies can't even be escaped. And if Nate can't find a way to free his planet before the Synth swarms arrive, there may well be a fate worse than annihilation to face... Join Nate and the Camelot crew for another action-packed installment of the Excalibur Knights Saga! **PRE-ORDER Today to save 40% off the regular price!**

Download or read book Chicken Butt written by Erica S. Perl and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2015-10-05 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You know what? What? Chicken butt! The classic schoolyard joke has been recast as an irreverent picture book, with call-and-response parts for parent and child. The word repetition in Erica S. Perl’s text, and wonderfully comic illustrations by beloved artist Henry Cole, make this a particularly inviting book for new readers, as does the opportunity to “trick†? a parent or other adult into participating in a very silly joke. The humor builds to a surprising and satisfying conclusion. Warning: Kids will want to read this one over and over and over again! “An unhinged piece of slap-happy rhyming...rocket-propelled artwork...the romp is a powerful piece of cacophony, more frenetic by the moment.†?—Kirkus Reviews

Download or read book Logan s Adventures written by S. J. Forss and published by Covenant Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-08-25 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on a true-life story, Logan’s father decides to follow his dreams to build a log cabin on a homestead in the vast wilderness of Alaska. The family moves from the comforts and securities of their city home to travel by plane and boat into an unfamiliar world filled with many dangerous adventures. Can Logan conquer his fears as he faces unexpected challenges? He must grow up quickly in order to endure the hardships and dangers while helping to get a family cabin built before the long, cold dark winter arrives in the Alaskan wilderness. The growing family is kept busy with daily survival chores and striving for the promise of a new, self-sufficient life on the homestead.

Download or read book Homecoming Tales written by Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary , and published by Tommy Nelson. This book was released on 2020-11-03 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These real-life stories of senior dogs who found forever homes through Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary will delight any young animal lover. The Homecoming Tales of sweet, sassy, and sometimes hilarious old friends offer kids a unique reminder that no one is too old to give or receive love. Meet Mack, Dog Bowl contestant and social media star; Marco, a scary tough dog—until someone gave him a second chance; Shaq, a gentle giant who is learning to leave his fears behind; Prince, a laid back dude who doesn’t let being blind steal his sunshine; and JuneBug, a spunky sweetheart who just wants to cuddle and keep you safe from the vacuum cleaner. Each chapter in Homecoming Tales focuses on one canine companion from the Tennessee-based dog rescue, with fun facts about his or her breed, stories of silly antics, and the meaningful tale of how this canine companion found a forever family. This delightful middle grade book entertains, teaches, and inspires and will be a new favorite for fans of A Dog’s Purpose and the Puppy Tales series. In this lighthearted, easy-to-read nonfiction chapter book, you’ll find the true stories of how 15 dogs found a loving home line drawing illustrations of each featured dog and a full-color photo insert doggy stats, fun facts, and recipes for your own canine friend information on adopting and owning pets, caring for aging animals, ideas for helping a pet with special needs, and ways kids can get involved with their local animal shelter or rescue Homecoming Tales is a great gift for any eight to twelve-year-old who loves animals, enjoys volunteer work, or simply appreciates heartwarming stories. With information about care for older dogs, this educational book is also a helpful read for families who are interested in adopting a senior dog.

Download or read book Going Vintage written by Lindsey Leavitt and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2014-04 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Live like it's 1962 in this fun, contemporary YA read from the never-out-of-date Lindsey Leavitt.

Download or read book Dungeoneer Adventures 2 written by Ben Costa and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-05-02 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Coop Cooperson continues his adventures at the Dungeoneer Academy where he is the only human student at a school for future explorers.

Download or read book A Cast Is the Perfect Accessory written by Allison Gutknecht and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-03-04 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eight-year-old Mandy Berr is spirited, sassy, and determined to shine—even if she’s not the center of attention! After learning the hard way that polka dot underwear and white pants are not the best combination, Mandy Berr has gotten over that fashion faux pas, and has (almost) recovered from not being named George Washington in the recent Presidential Pageant. But just when things seem like they might be back in her favor, her former nemesis, Natalie, manages to steal Mandy’s spotlight—again. A broken wrist for Natalie means a cool cast and the attention of Mandy’s classmates…even from Anya, Mandy’s BFF. Can Mandy figure out a way to get back into the center of attention, win back her best friend, AND snag a pair of fancy-dancy periwinkle sunglasses?

Download or read book The Return of the Prodigal Son written by Henri J. M. Nouwen and published by Image. This book was released on 2013-11-20 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With over a million copies sold, this classic work is essential reading for all who ask, “Where has my struggle led me?” A chance encounter with a reproduction of Rembrandt’s The Return of the Prodigal Son catapulted Henri Nouwen on an unforgettable spiritual adventure. Here he shares the deeply personal and resonant meditation that led him to discover the place within where God has chosen to dwell. As Nouwen reflects on Rembrandt’s painting in light of his own life journey, he evokes a powerful drama of the classic parable in a rich, captivating way that is sure to reverberate in the hearts of readers. Nouwen probes the several movements of the parable: the younger son’s return, the father’s restoration of sonship, the elder son’s resentfulness, and the father’s compassion. The themes of homecoming, affirmation, and reconciliation will be newly discovered by all who have known loneliness, dejection, jealousy, or anger. The challenge to love as God loves, and to be loved as God’s beloved, will be seen as the ultimate revelation of the parable known to Christians throughout time, and is here represented with a vigor and power fresh for our times.

Download or read book Roaming with Pets written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-10-16 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an unforgettable journey with your furry companion by your side with "Roaming with Pets." This engaging eBook is your ultimate guide to exploring the world while ensuring your pet’s comfort, safety, and happiness every step of the way. Whether you're planning a scenic road trip, discovering a new city, or crossing international borders, this comprehensive guide is packed with insights and practical tips to make your travels seamless and enjoyable. Start your adventure on the open road with detailed advice on mapping out pet-friendly routes and preparing your vehicle for the ultimate pet comfort. Learn how to choose accommodations that welcome pets with open arms and create a safe haven for them in unfamiliar spaces. Embrace the outdoors as you explore hiking trails, embark on water adventures, and camp under the stars—all while keeping your pet safe and sound. Navigate the complexities of pet travel regulations with ease, ensuring you have the right paperwork and identification for every journey. Discover strategies for calming your pet, packing nutritious meals, and maintaining routine during travel. With heartfelt stories of heroic pets and fellow travelers, you'll be inspired by the incredible bond between humans and their four-legged companions. For those taking to the skies or rails, understand the ins and outs of traveling on public transport with pets, from choosing the right carriers to mastering travel etiquette. Prepare for exotic destinations with insights on international regulations, cultural nuances, and quarantine challenges. Stay tech-savvy with the best apps and gadgets to enhance your journey, and learn how to capture and cherish every moment of your travels through photography and journaling. As your journey concludes, reflect on your adventures and plan future travels with your beloved pet. "Roaming with Pets" is not just a guide—it's an invitation to discover new places and create lasting memories with your best friend.

Download or read book The Call of Earth written by Orson Scott Card and published by Tor Science Fiction. This book was released on 2009-11-30 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As Harmony's Oversoul grows weaker, a great warrior has arisen to challenge its bans. His name is Moozh, and he has won control of an army using forbidden technology. Now he is aiming his soldiers at the city of Basilica, that strong fortress above the Plain. Basilica remains in turmoil. Wetchik and his sons are not strong enough to stop a army. Can Rasa and her allies defeat him through intrigue, or will Moozh take the city and all who are in it? Orson Scott Card's Homecoming series The Memory of Earth The Call of Earth The Ships of Earth Earthfall Earthborn At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Download or read book Jackaroo written by Cynthia Voigt and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1985 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When hard times among the People revive the old stories of the hero Jackaroo, an innkeeper's daughter follows her own quest to unlock the secret reality behind the legend.

Download or read book The Adventures of Sammy the Skunk written by Adele A. Roberts and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2015-10-13 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You are about to enter the deep woods, where Sammy the skunk becomes a hero to the animals that live there. Although Sammy does not live in the deep woods he enters it quite by accident, and his adventures begin immediately. In book five, Sammy wakens to warmer weather after a long winter. Mrs. Groundhog is missing. Miss Deer has a special surprise for all her animal friends. Sammy has a plan to keep humans out of the deep woods. Life lessons are written for each of the three stories in this book. They include a question for children to think about, a scripture verse, a truth about God, and a short message about the love God has for His children.

Download or read book Screening Generation X written by Christina Lee and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-04-01 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Screening Generation X: The Politics and Popular Memory of Youth in Contemporary Cinema examines popular representations of Generation X in American and British film. In arguing that the various constructions of youth are marked by major cultural shifts and societal inequalities, it analyzes the iconic 'Gen X' figures ranging from the slacker, the teenage time traveller, and third wave feminists, to the oeuvre of Molly Ringwald and Richard Linklater. This book explores the important cultural work performed by films that mediate the experiences of Generation X and critiques the ongoing marginalization of the youth who struggle to find their identity and a voice in increasingly unstable times. Specific analyses of such films as Pump Up the Volume, The Breakfast Club, Heathers, Donnie Darko and Waking Life are used to illustrate the research.

Download or read book The Adventures of Rainbow Mouse written by Marcia Mae Nelson Pedde and published by Marcia Nelson Pedde. This book was released on 2018-03-30 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first of Marcia’s children’s books, and the first in Timothy’s Rainbow Mouse Adventures series!! Timothy Mouse is a very shy mouse, always deferring to adults whenever something new arises. But when Timothy’s little sister Squeaky has an accident, will Timothy and his friends be able to save the day? Come and join Timothy and his friends to find out more!! NB: The text in this book is set with OpenDyslexic font, which makes it easier for those with reading challenges. Proudly printed in Canada by Friesens Corporation, on Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified paper.

Download or read book SF Boxed Set 140 Intergalactic Action Adventures Dystopian Novels Lost World Classics written by Jules Verne and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-26 with total page 10716 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat presents to you this unique SF collection, designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. H. G. Wells: The Time Machine The War of the Worlds The Island of Doctor Moreau The Invisible Man... Edgar Wallace: Planetoid 127 The Green Rust... Otis Adelbert Kline: The Venus Trilogy The Mars Series Malcolm Jameson: Captain Bullard Series Garrett P. Serviss: Edison's Conquest of Mars A Columbus of Space The Sky Pirate... Arthur Conan Doyle: The Professor Challenger Series Jules Verne: 20.000 Leagues under the Sea The Mysterious Island... Mary Shelley: Frankenstein The Last Man Edwin A. Abbott: Flatland Jack London: Iron Heel The Scarlet Plague The Star Rover... Robert Louis Stevenson: Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde George MacDonald: Lilith H. Rider Haggard: King Solomon's Mines She William H. Hodgson: The House on the Borderland The Night Land... Edgar Allan Poe: Some Words with a Mummy Mellonta Tauta... H. P. Lovecraft: Beyond the Wall of Sleep The Cats of Ulthar Celephaïs Edward Bellamy: Looking Backward: 2000–1887 Equality... Mark Twain: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court Owen Gregory: Meccania the Super-State Margaret Cavendish: The Blazing World Jonathan Swift: Gulliver's Travels William Morris: News from Nowhere Samuel Butler: Erewhon Edward Bulwer-Lytton: The Coming Race James Fenimore Cooper: The Monikins Hugh Benson: Lord of the World Fred M. White: The Doom of London Ignatius Donnelly: Caesar's Column Ernest Bramah: The Secret of the League Arthur D. Vinton: Looking Further Backward Robert Cromie: The Crack of Doom Cleveland Moffett: The Conquest of America Richard Jefferies: After London Francis Stevens: The Heads of Cerberus Percy Greg: Across the Zodiac David Lindsay: A Voyage to Arcturus Stanley G. Weinbaum: Stories from the Solar System Edward Everett Hale: The Brick Moon Abraham Merritt: The Moon Pool