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In this spellbinding tale of deception and beauty, 14-year-old Cecile wakes up in a dream and finds herself in the Kingdom of Belamor, unaware that she is, in reality, the princess of this realm. Bravely journeying through the dark forest, she finds friends along the way, and is told of a mysterious woman known as the Spider Queen who enchanted the kingdom and had stolen her throne. And when at last Cecile confronts her powerful foe, she learns what it really takes to be the princess of Belamor.

It’s tricky to know what’s normal if you’re not, but Stella’s upbringing is average enough, and her protective if paranoid family work on the principle that the less said about what she is, the very much safer she'll be. Life not surprisingly has its ups, downs, and disasters, but not until she's thrust into a hair-raising situation, face-to-face with the stark reality of medical experimentation and its horrifying consequences does she become certain of one thing. All this hero stuff just isn't her.

Stunned by the loss of her paralegal job and with nowhere to live, city girl Amber Preston agrees to take a temporary job as a house-and-pet-sitter on a mini farm. Problem is, she’s never had a pet of any kind, and now, she must care for a collection of large and small animals. When handsome ferrier Mick Christopher comes across her path, Amber begins to wonder if all things come in pairs.

Grab a cup of coffee and sit down with three long-time friends, who are willing to share their hearts. This inspirational book was written especially for women who value connectivity and growth. Coveted Conversations starts with down-to-earth stories depicting women in various authentic situations. Listeners will hear themselves over and over as the authors bear witness to the joys, challenges, and sorrows of life. The stories are followed by an uplifting devotional, practical guidance, and thought-provoking questions that encourage reflection and intentional Christian living.

Lilly has been friends with Rocky and Bruce for a long time, but this morning things feel very different. A few joking comments, comments absolutely intended to be humorous, have instead got Lilly's mind working overdrive. Thoughts of romance fill her mind, but she can't imagine hurting one of the men or losing either! She does something stupid, though, and in a moment of passion kisses one of her fireman friends. The look of hurt on the other is profound, so she kisses him, too.

The Hive tells the story of an unexpected happening between two friends one afternoon in a beautiful field of sunflowers in South Down County.

Tempe Crabtree is the resident deputy of Bear Creek, a small mountain community in the southern Sierra. Her continuing interest in the spiritual side of her heritage often causes unrest in her marriage to her minister husband. In Bears with Us, Tempe has her hands full when bears turn up in and around her town, becoming a threat to kids and adults when an elderly woman is horrifically killed. But are bears really responsible, or is there something else afoot?

Tempe Crabtree is the resident deputy of Bear Creek, a small mountain community in the southern Sierra. Her continuing interest in the spiritual side of her heritage often causes unrest in her marriage to her minister husband. A battered wife is murdered and Tempe is given a warning by a shaman. She participates in a starlight ceremony, and repressed memories of her own painful high school days help her find the killer.

Tempe Crabtree is the resident deputy of Bear Creek, a small mountain community in the southern Sierra. Her continuing interest in the spiritual side of her heritage often causes unrest in her marriage to her minister husband. In Calling the Dead, Deputy Tempe Crabtree investigates a murder that looks like death from natural causes, and a suicide that looks like murder.

A suspenseful political thriller about a Christian politician written by a Washington insider...

Designed to be fun and engaging for students or anyone with a love for history, these books include a fascinating focus on important, influential, and visionary people, along with heroic animal escapades! From scientists to famous women to war heroes and more, there is something of interest for everyone in this exciting series!

Liz and Garret Adams sailed to Galveston, Texas, aboard Sloopy, their 36-foot sailboat, to celebrate their nephew’s college graduation. Tragedy shattered their joy when Celeste Rogers’ body was found on the beach a few hours before the ceremony. David Devlin, their nephew and the victim’s live-in boyfriend, was the prime suspect. Suffering from memory blackout, he was unable to provide an alibi. Determined to prove Dave’s innocence, Liz summoned the psychic gift that had led to killers in Mystic, Newport, and Key West.

In this podcast, I ask my friends and former colleagues about their work life. Where are they now and how did they get there? How did they develop their skills? What has their career path been like. What are their thoughts on the current work situation and the future of work? This feels a little bit like a fact-finding mission and an experiment! Thank you for listening. Hosted by Marilyn McNeal, digital storyteller, artist and maker https://marilynmcneal.com

One of the world's most iconic performers, Elvis Presley died at the age of 42 from a heart attack complicated by years of drug use. By the time she turned 18, Frances Gumm had shot to stardom as Judy Garland, playing Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. Sadly, at the age of 47, she died of a drug overdose. But imagine if the lives of these icons had not been cut short by drugs? These vividly imaginative "biographies" are thoughtful, honest, heartfelt—and entirely within the realm of possibility, as the authors engage in an intriguing exercise of “What if...?”

Here's a red hot collection of first anal sex stories. Here, the girls get it in their tiniest and tightest holes for the very first time, and it's only a click away! Warning: This audiobook contains explicit first anal sex and includes double penetration, bondage, group first anal sex, and rough first anal sex. Only mature adults who won't find that offensive should listen to this collection.

Meet unforgettable people and animals in the What a Character! Notable Lives from History series as you enjoy 10 real stories within each book! Designed to be fun and engaging for students or anyone with a love for history, these stories include a fascinating focus on important, influential, and visionary people, along with heroic animal escapades! From scientists to famous women to war heroes and more, there is something of interest for everyone in this exciting series!

Amelia Rushing is an inexperienced South Florida realtor with weather issues and a loser at love. Her grandmother asks her to sell some property on an isolated North Carolina mountaintop. Upon investigation, Amelia finds the tract is landlocked. Determined to make her first sale and right the injustice to her grandmother, Amelia travels to the town of Confrontation and enlists the help of local real estate attorney Alec Brady who thwarts her at every turn.

The perfect romance for any holiday or for when you just need one. Get caught up in this sexy romance that's told over a year of holidays. Shannon Quinn is the small-town girl who runs Holiday Quinn--a holiday-themed inn/resort based in scenic Door County, Wisconsin. One winter evening a wealthy Minneapolis businessman, Bram Hartwick, blows into town along with the fast-falling snow.

young, ambitious chef returns home to open her own restaurant. At first the toast of the town, the chef later falls prey to unkind gossip and reviews. This prompts her to take drastic measures to silence the offenders.

Meet unforgettable people and animals in the What a Character! Notable Lives from History series as you enjoy 10 real stories within each book! Written to be fun and engaging for students or anyone with a love for history, these listeners include a fascinating focus on important, influential, and visionary people, along with heroic animal escapades! From scientists to famous women to war heroes and more, there is something of interest for everyone in this exciting series!