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Ellie Mahoney is used to being overlooked—a shy, mousy-haired office worker who blends into the background. But when a chance encounter in a broken-down elevator with the charming and seemingly unattainable Julian Harrington turns her world upside down, she finds herself tangled in a web of hope, humiliation, and heartbreak. Determined not to be just another forgettable face in the crowd, Ellie undergoes a transformation, both inside and out, with the help of her outspoken friend, Sarah. But when Julian’s true colors are revealed at the office Christmas party, Ellie must decide whether ...

In search of her ideal 'Hallmark' movie love affair, Lisa is a hopeless romantic. After missing the last bus home one summer evening, she accepts a lift from the mysterious Ben Mitchell, whom she instantly falls in love with. Despite the age gap, will Ben be the man of her dreams? The steamy relationship between Lisa and Ben blows hot and cold as Ben struggles with emotions and battles his conscience. Is there something he is hiding from his past? Are Ben's feelings genuine or is Lisa caught up in a cruel act of betrayal?

In the glittering yet shadowy world of Los Angeles high society, Adrian Knight stands out as the epitome of charm and discretion. As a highly sought-after male escort, he caters to the city's elite, offering more than just a handsome face and an impeccable physique. Adrian is intelligent, considerate, and unfailingly immaculate, making him the perfect companion for his A-list clientele. But when Adrian meets Samantha Price, a stunning yet lonely and unhappily married woman, he is drawn to her in a way he has never experienced before. Samantha is different from the usual women he encounters...

When Skyla Phillips discovers an old 'Cola' bottle, with a brittle message inside it, dedicated to a girl named Lucy, written by a man named Danny in the late 1980's,she is determined to track them both down. She has no idea that she is going to learn details about her own origins and history, as well as embark on a love affair with a man she would have never encountered if the bottle hadn't been discovered on that fateful day as she strolled along the beach.

Bryce is a snowboarding sensation, a cocky teenager from California with a giant chip on his shoulder called Type 1 diabetes. He competes because he has something to prove. Daria is a rising star in figure skating, a withdrawn teen from Russia with a tragic past. She competes to provide her family with a better life. Primed to overthrow archrivals who dominate their sports, they’re both headed to the Winter Olympics. But soon after arriving at the Games, a flurry of ill-timed setbacks threatens to shatter their dreams. When two teens from halfway around the world meet, they discover an ...

Memoirs, Politics, Public Health, Opinion, Humor and Interviews.

'Another excellent volume, breaking down a single posting into a multitude of interesting individual stories.' Ron Powell joined the C-130 Hercules fleet as a pilot just as the Falklands War started. So his early months on the aircraft, affectionately known to its crews as Fat Albert, are dominated by frequent visits to Ascension Island in the South Atlantic. But this third volume of Shropshire Blue also chronicles flights across much of the rest of the world, from Las Vegas to New Zealand and northern Canada to the Falklands. Highlights include flights into Hong Kong, East Berlin, Beirut, ...

Unity. Deceit. War. Katrice Wylde has been many things in her life, but an ambassador who uses her body as a bargaining chip never made her bucket list. But, here she is anyway, as head Stewardess and sister-in-law Tia come asking for a favor. Kat is the only one with the strength, skill, want, and of course access to an AI that Tia can ask for this dangerous task ahead. Being a Stewardess grants Kat access to the prestigious Earth Empire’s Unity Day celebration where conquered treasures will be put on display. One of which being Tia’s lost Key. Kat now has to follow down a path she ...

Orando con nuestra Madre dolorosa es un libro único que explora las riquezas de la vida interior de María. A través de sus siete dolores, el alma de la Santísima Virgen se abre a la humanidad de una manera preciosa. Su inestimable amor por Dios y su vida perfectamente virtuosa se muestran cuando abraza su cruz y comparte la Pasión de Cristo.

Why do bad things happen? What can I learn from suffering or tragedy? Is there a purpose to what I'm going through? Discover these and more answers as you read "Why Me?"

Praise, worship, thankfulness, and blessing Almighty God fill the lyrics of the final sixteen Psalms. But pain, prison, persecution, doubt, fear, and feeling overwhelmed are also woven into the psalmists’ words. Through it all, God protects, provides, and gives peace to His own. He is the Creator and able to do the impossible. God and His kingdom are everlasting, and His mercy endures forever. Therefore, if you ever need a reminder of why God is worthy of the highest praise, read Psalms 135-150. My title for this book stems from Psalm 142:5-7, which is the exact middle of the final ...

The “songs of degrees” (songs of ascent) crescendo from Psalm 120, their lowest point, to Psalm 134, their highest point. There is no “praise ye the Lord” in Psalm 120, but by the time you arrive at Psalm 134, praising and blessing the Lord fill its lyrics. As these songs progress from one to the next, there is a story of Israel’s history unfolding. Every Jew could relate to this history and find themselves in each lyric of each Psalm. The Jews would intensify their worship of Almighty God as they would realize His everlasting mercy, deliverance, and love. Equally for the church, ...

As I reviewed the twenty psalms in this sixth volume, I noticed a recurring theme: these Psalms reveal the beauty of God’s salvation. No other religion has its deity become an actual human being to save their people, except Christianity. Our most holy and righteous God became our sin so that we could become His righteousness. He did so because He loved us and wanted to reconcile us to a sacred relationship with Him (2 Corinthians 5:17-21). This sixth volume opens with the superlative holiness of God (Psalm 99) and ends with triumphant thanks for His mercy in becoming our salvation (Psalm ...

These six Miktam Psalms are to be engraved and remembered for all time. Throughout these six chapters, Myron Powell takes us on a journey to discover the main thing they all have in common: the hope of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Whatever situation you’re facing that seems dead, let these Miktam Psalms encourage you in the power of the resurrection! The following verses are where David prophesies the resurrection of Jesus Christ: Psalm 16:10 Psalm 56:13 Psalm 57:3 Psalm 58:10-11 Psalm 59:1-4,16-17 Psalm 60:1-5

In 2010 I wrote Look Again, a book detailing God’s truth about the Second Coming. In 2021, I wrote a condensed version of that book with updated ideas. The book you now read is the work of over twenty years of study, prayer, and research. God compelled me to change the title from Look Again to Of Those Days in this revision. This new title comes from Jesus’ words, “Immediately after the tribulation of those days” (Matthew 24:29). I pray that God opens your understanding to His purpose and truth “of those days” preceding His return. If you are still unsure when Jesus Christ is ...

Unprejudiced, equitable, unbiased, honest, and just are just a few synonymous words to describe the word impartial. The word impartial means to treat or affect all equally. Regardless of the situations the psalmists found themselves in, they gave impartial praise to the One True God. There were times they felt like praising God, and times they didn't; yet, regardless of their circumstance, the 17 Psalms in this volume highlight their adoration and exaltation of Almighty God.

The reason I titled this seventh volume “God is Not Incredible” is because the word incredible means “not credible,” which further means “unbelievable.” But, since God cannot lie, fail, and never forsake His church, then God is credible and believable. Psalm 119 is the longest of the Psalms with 176 verses. It comprises 22 stanzas of eight verses, each forming a poetic Hebrew acrostic. At the heading of each stanza is a Hebrew letter, and the first word of each verse begins with that corresponding Hebrew letter. Since there are 22 letters in the Hebrew alphabet, there are then ...

Therapist Francis Monroe's life is turned upside down when she meets Cal, a charismatic marine biologist. Their steamy affair is complicated by her new patient, Phillipa (Pebbles), who is recovering from narcissistic abuse. When Francis witnesses a heated argument between Phillipa and Cal, she's torn between love and suspicion. As Phillipa's therapy sessions reveal unsettling truths, Francis must decide who to trust before it's too late. Is Cal the perfect man, or a dangerous manipulator? PLEASE NOTE: THIS BOOK CONTAINS SOME EXPLICIT LANGUAGE AND EROTIC LOVE SCENES.

Kristen Sommers and her two best friends are enjoying a weekend getaway at a swanky Santa Monica hotel when they meet Jackson Alexander, a charming and successful actor. Kristen is immediately drawn to Jackson's charisma and good looks, but she's married. Her friends tease her about the 'hall pass' they used to joke about at college if things got stale with their boyfriends. As Cindy and Sarah encourage Kristen to go with the flow and have some fun, little does she know she is betraying more than her husband. As Jackson's interest in Kristen turns into obsession, she must navigate a ...

In the enchanting town of Snowflake Valley, where the air is crisp and the snowflakes glisten, a heart warming Christmas tale unfolds. Meet Emma Davis, a spirited young woman who has lost her way in the bustling city life. When she receives a letter from her grandmother, urging her to return home for Christmas, Emma embarks on a journey that will change her life forever. Upon arriving in Snowflake Valley, Emma is greeted by the quaint charm of the town and its delightful residents. She discovers that her grandmother's beloved bed and breakfast, 'Holly Inn', is struggling to stay afloat. ...