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Viking's were brutal, that is what they were known for; marauders forged in the icy north. Yet, they weren't always looters and thieves. They honored the gods, home, the land, community and friends. Magnus, son of Vargr, wanted to see the world more than anything else, but his dream collided with the ruthless sword of Charlemagne's kingdom. The mythological god's of the north pitted themselves against the Christian God. Both vying for dominance over creation. Both playing themselves out in the lives of men. The heart struggles between battle and love. Magnus had to chose between Romance or ...

Mac Burns is a retired police detective from Atlanta who settles down in Bluffton, South Carolina and hopes to enjoy a “ho hum” life in that sleepy southern town. He is divorced and not particularly interested in a new relationship. Then he meets Shelby.

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Arne had lost his father to the war with the Franks. His bitterness turned to rage and rage to vengeance. From his youth he swore to avenge the honor of his family. His heart, however, was captured by the beautiful Sigrid whose love threatened to forestall his quest. The struggle between love and hate was as fierce a battle as Arne would ever face. Ogier, King of the Danes, also struggled with loss. His beloved Bertha was missing and he would shake heaven and earth to find her. As a vassal of King Charlemagne he was charged to hold the Vikings at bay. King Ogier unleashed the fury of his ...

Everyone wants to hear a word from God, especially in our distress. The Psalmist expresses his frustration with God’s silence in Psalm 22. This book develops my own encounter with God’s silence and how the psalm helped to shape my journey.

Seeking fulfillment is a quest the world pursues without success. Only the simplicity, reverence, and faith of a Christ centered life can bring the inner peace we long for. Centuries before the birth of Jesus, in the foothills of Jerusalem, a man longing for the blessing of God set to pen a prayer that would change his life forever

Where do Christians find their greatest danger, Satan, atheists, maybe other religions? The Apostle Paul detailed his suffering in 2 Corinthians 11, and tucked away towards the end he says he faced danger from “my own people, danger from Gentiles, danger in the city, danger in the wilderness, danger at sea, and danger from false brothers.” The greatest danger is from those in our midst; who call themselves brothers. We live our lives constructing a reality based on our experiences and the influences of people we trust. What happens when we are told that what we believed isn't everything...

As far back as i can remember my great grandma Fenton sat in her wheel chair making throw rugs out old dresses and sheets. It was her way of contributing to the family. We all want to know that when we take our final breath we will have left behind a legacy. The fact is that everyone does. The question is what kind of legacy will we leave behind? In His mercy God has adopted me into his family. As his son, i now belong to legacy spanning thousands of years. There were some characters in the character fo sure, but none who didn’t love the Lord with all their hearts. Lineage of Grace is a ...

Orphaned by war, abandoned by his people, and adopted by a priest, Olaf’s life was marked by confusion. Struggling with his identity he finds love and passion that soothed the anger that lay beneath the surface. But his resentment toward the gods for stealing his youth set Olaf on a quest to find his father and exact revenge on the King of the Franks. Accompanied by his adopted father, Olaf finds that the battle within is as fierce as the battle with ax and blade. The Priest’s Son is the final book in the Viking Chronicles, where the gods rage against one another for the souls of men, ...

Against the backdrop of a chaotic world three young men seek answers. The voice from the spinneret and the teaching of their Imams fill their minds with Jihad (struggle). But not all Jihad finds its way onto the evening news. The Blue door is a spiritual journey winding its way through the streets of a Middle Eastern souk and trying to find its place in the world. Yusuf, Omar, and Bassar find themselves caught up in a world of excitement and confusion, and each follow a different path. “Three Jihads,” the Imam said, “Wage the war in your heart, let it shape your culture, and when ...

In our globalized world, race and identity often shape dialogues, but "Make Race Make Sense" (MRMS) offers a refreshing twist. Instead of highlighting color/race, MRMS delves into the deeper nuances of racial issues. It's more than a podcast; it's a beacon of unity, transcending common discourses. By embracing all facets of the human experience, MRMS is not just reshaping the narrative on race; it's revolutionizing it. Join us in a space where understanding genuinely transcends color, and together, let's make race make sense in a world craving unity!

A boy named Blake learns how to leave his body in order to search for the spirit of his dead mother. One night when he comes home, he discovers that another being has taken over in his absence. For years now, he's watched this impostor live the life that should be his. Then his father remarries, and Blake seeks help from his stepsister, Cathy, who possesses unusual gifts of her own. Cathy can see things invisible to everybody else. A ghostly child. An abandoned house in the woods. And her new stepbrother's bizarre behavior. Discovering that a young boy's spirit can literally shake loose ...

Empower your child with essential time management and organizational skills to thrive independently, even if you've tried and failed before! Are you feeling overwhelmed by your child's chaotic schedule and disorganized habits? Do you wish there was an easier way to teach your child the necessary skills to manage their time and tasks effectively? Do you want your child to develop independence while still feeling supported and understood by you? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you are not alone.

Ever feel like postpartum is a wild, beautiful, and utterly confusing rollercoaster? You’re not alone. Welcome to The Momma’s Lounge podcast, where we ditch the filters, wrap up in our cozy blankets, and dive headfirst into the real talk of motherhood. Join your host, Camille Perkins, as we navigate the sleep-deprived haze of postpartum life. We will find strength in faith, embrace our unique journeys, and discover a community where judgment is left at the door. So - grab your favorite beverage, and lets chat!

A new mother is brought by her doctor husband to a summer house to relax. He has determined that she suffers from a nervous condition. She is told to rest and she must have no intellectual or social stimulation. Her child and the house are taken care of by trusted others. She surreptitiously writes when no one is around. At first she is disturbed by the yellow wallpaper in the room she is staying in. when she requests another room, she is told that it is not good for her to have her whims attended to.

"...hilarious, heartbreaking, and deeply relatable." - Becky Bain, Writer & EditorBrett Perkins tries to fit in but rarely succeeds. Living with his sister and single mother in 1970s Southern California, Brett continually finds himself in ridiculous situations of his own making. From nearly dyeing himself permanently green to getting himself shot in the head with an arrow, you'll either burst out laughing or turn red with second-hand embarrassment as this screwball navigates his elementary school years. Almost a Martian is a collection of stories for those who want to feel better about ...

The American Classics Collection: Volume II is a century-spanning collection of 15 classic novels, short stories, essay, and poetry by American authors, read by a cast of incredible narrators including Adam Sims; Nathan Osgood; Robert G. Slade; Jonathan Keeble, Katherine Fenton; and more. Included here are stories by some of the greatest writers of all time, including Herman Melville; Upton Sinclair; Mark Twain; Walt Whitman; F. Scott Fitzgerald; Thornton Wilder; Edith Wharton; Jack London; amongst a host of others. The titles included in this collection, in chronological order, are:

Ingrid Dahl is a cheerful, twenty-nine-year-old librarian living in the cosy mountain town of Ridgetop. She and her boyfriend since college, Cory, have never discussed marriage; they're perfectly happy with the way things are. But when Ingrid's sister announces her engagement to a woman she's only been dating for two years, Ingrid and Cory suddenly feel pressured to start thinking about the inevitable: marriage and kids. The thing is, neither of them has ever been with anyone else. Shouldn't they sow their oats before settling down?

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