In a quiet corner of Canada, in the picturesque town of Kingston Creek, unfolds a story of death, deception, and shocking revelations. Dr. Steven Beckett, a respected emergency room physician, is found lifeless in a cottage at Crystal Lake. The arrest of Jordan Norton, the doctor's former partner, seems to close the case. But Detective Barry Chandler, Dr. Beckett's current partner, is not convinced of Norton's guilt.Despite pressures and difficulties, Chand...

"Detective Max Luton, Homicide."My standard intro, and yeah, this old dog's used it a lot, over the years. I've investigated a good many deaths. Maybe too many. This one was strange. Rich tiger, a lawyer a little younger than me, offs himself with a gun in one paw and a short sword in the other. Crazy, but what's that to me? Nothing… except that the brass wants it to be a murder. After all, no rich guy who has everything would commit suicide, right?My hunt ...

Have you ever felt uncomfortable in your own skin?Maybe theres a reasonJeremiah Pym is a private detective not the flashy gun-toting gumshoe of old, but a quiet, respectable shamus of modern day who earns a modest living on domestic intrigues and background checks. After being hired for what should be a routine surveillance job, Jeremiah witnesses a kidnapping, barely escaping with his life. The next day, however, not a trace remains of any kidnapping or anything else that h...

Gavin is a bear, a masseur, and a manedresser who's spent years giving excellent care to any and all. He's especially beloved among his "vertically gifted" clients, including Emmanuel, a client turned friend over time, who needs even more particular attention. After all, the tall Pegasus's hide, mane, tail, and wings demand special care to keep up the unique appearance that makes him such a fine model for artists, photographers, and advertisers.So when Emmanuel reveals that his age...

TOP SECRET PERSEUS (EYES ONLY) PERSONNEL: OConnell, Night. Profile: Programming genius, project head revolutionary VR technology. Location: Vacation resort, downtime reward for exceptional work. Status: Recovering from brief hospital stay. PERSONNEL: Kovach, A. B., 1st Lt. Profile: Recon fgtr pilot, Starhawk III, exemplary record, auth. in-flight plasma shuriken testing. Location: Star Cruiser Heartwielder, Gorgonea Tertia region. Status: Training for Snake Lady squad, Medusa project. MISS...

They had begun that segment of their journey in the early morning's light just before the rise of the first sun and with Billy riding Silack at an easy trot had continued their trek across the plains, stopping only for a brief rest at mid-day. The rocx alternated their pace between a walk and a trot until finally on the second day, in the late afternoon, they reached a clearly marked footpath winding its way around a series of rock-edged, table top mounds and through shallow rugged canyons...

Are we simply no more than a product of our upbringing? Do we truly know who we are? I don't think so. I think that our identity awaits our discovery, then begs our declaration, while inviting our embodiment. True, our past influences our path, but it does not dictate its direction. Each and every decision we make changes our direction down this path. But, it isn't just our decision that matters. It is also our ability to recognize, analyze, and understand the tools that we have to make th...

There are many modern day sports involving horses: running, jumping, dressage, the Paso Fino of Puerto Rico, the sled pulling of New England, jousting tournaments in the castles of Wales, endurance runs across the Rocky Mountains, and many others, including the fascinating sport of horse archery in which a rider, at full gallop with bow and arrow, engages a series of targets. Magdalene and her Icelandic pony Baldur are champions of the sport. A true warrior, she has trained from early age ...

The wolf pups had smelled the fresh blood, and in the heritage of their ancestors raised their noses and began to howl. And as their cry reached the wind and mixed with the screams of the wounded, all those in the valley knew the avenging angel of death had begun its march. Again the head appeared. The Klaskov fired--Red watched as the head rolled out into the clearing and a short fat body slowly fell behind it. As he aimed the Klaskov at the remaining pile he heard someone from behind it ...

Ruben Silverstein is a heroin addict. Ruben is a dying man who discovers a faith he has never known and strength he never possessed. Love is lost but gained for the runner who saves his life, only to lose her own integrity. Not realizing he has become a prophet Ruben carries a message of impending disaster. He tries, but fails for no one will hear and in the end many die, their deaths the result of valueless society, manipulative corporations, and self-serving political systems. The Cold W...

Enchanted Adventures: A Year of Magical Writing Prompts for Young WritersHey there, young writers! Are you ready for an incredible adventure? Get ready to dive into a world of magic, where you're the author of your own fantastic stories.Inside "Enchanted Adventures," you'll find 52 super cool writing prompts – that's one for each week of the year. These prompts will whisk you away to enchanted forests, mysterious caves, and even talking animal worlds. Imagine meeting mythic...

Cutting-Edge Botanical Wisdom for All HerbalistsExpand your herbal practice with an inspiring crop of ideas for growing and benefiting from some of nature's most versatile vegetation. With its hands-on projects and herbal insight, this almanac is a perennial favorite among gardeners, cooks, crafters, and other plant enthusiasts.Now in its 25th year, Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac features exciting new articles about fruit tree guilds, herb-flavored des...