As blood spilled from his body and pooled beneath him, Luther Khadafi Fuller believed that he was taking his last breath after being stabbed in the Beaumont Pen. But he was wrong. It wasn't his day to die. Over time his wounds healed, but his heart was forever scarred. The man who had made the Ultimate Sacrifice for him had tried to take his life all because he slept with the man's baby s mother. One year later and back on the streets, Khadafi wants nothing more than to punish the two men ...

The novel examines parallel love affairs, one inside gaol where life is lived among power groups dedicated to advancing the dark side of human nature, the other in straight society where life is lived inside the boundaries of ethical orthodoxy. The two stories intersect; both couples confront danger, even death; each love story poses a threat to the survival of the other; both, in a sense, prevail, for in this contingent environment there can be no necessary winner. “I loved the depth, com...

The dramatic personal story of Anthony Field, founder and costar of the world's most popular children's musical group, The WigglesWith their distinctive look, catchy music, and upbeat message, the Wiggles have performed their way into the hearts and homes of millions of kids and their parents around the world. Their extraordinary success over the last twenty years includes TV shows, the sale of tens of millions of CDs and DVDs, and sell-out live performances for a ...

Betrayal is worse than slaughter. That s what Antonio Ameen Felder always instilled in his friends. When a murder at the prison threatens to incarcerate them all for life, one man decides to sacrifice himself to free the others. All he asks in return is for his family to be taken care of. Luther Khadafi Fuller is the leader of the recently freed trio. He takes his two friends Boo and Umar on a ride they will never forget through the streets of DC. Take a ride with these three men as they m...

Their face off was inevitable, but neither man knew exactly when it would happen. Antonio "Ameen" Felder is an irresistible force destined to collide with an immovable object in Khadafi Fuller. They were once friends, bound by blood and sacrifice but now they are bitter enemies who both want to bring the other's demise. The line between love and hate is thin. And as Khadafi struggles to find out why someone shot Kemie, the love of his life, a man who once loved him now hates him and is hun...

Tom Jones is a foundling discovered on the property of a very kind, wealthy landowner, Squire Allworthy, in Somerset in England's West Country. Tom grows into a vigorous and lusty, yet honest and kind-hearted, youth. He develops affection for his neighbour's daughter, Sophia Western. On one hand, their love reflects the romantic comedy genre that was popular in 18th-century Britain. However, Tom's status as a bastard causes Sophia's father and Allworthy to oppose their love; this criticism...

There are approximately 10,000 combined sewer overflow (CSO) locations in the United States. During peak storm events they can release about 1.2 trillion gallons of waste and up to 95% of a municipality's raw sewage into surface waters. Although many cities have initiated programs, the CSO problem remains largely unsolved and continues to be a majo

Unforgettable stories of big game, loyal friends, and the respect that nature commands—culled from more than one hundred years of Field & Stream.If there's one thing hunters and non-hunters alike can share, it's the love of a good story. From the annals of the world's leading outdoor magazine comes this collection of the Field & Stream editors' favorite true-life tales: record harvests and sassy trail guides; bear drives and dicey bowhunts; fond (a...

Stories have great power. This book attempts to harness that power to help students grow and develop as writers. It argues that stories and narratives can be utilized in the composition classroom, specifically first-year composition (FYC) to break down barriers. Throughout a given semester, stories and narratives can help students in composition courses to overcome academic, personal, and creative barriers, establishing a space for developing as writers and thinkers. Providing theoretical ...

Seventy percent of the oil America uses each year goes to transportation. That means that the national oil addiction and all its consequences, from climate change to disastrous spills to dependence on foreign markets, can be greatly reduced by changing the way we move. In Transport Beyond Oil, leading experts in transportation, planning, development, and policy show how to achieve this fundamental shift.The authors demonstrate that smarter development and land-use decision...

In 'The Greatest Historical Novels of All Time,' readers are invited into a world where the past is brought vividly to life through masterful storytelling and rich, evocative prose. The anthology offers a sweeping panorama of historical narratives, weaving together tales of love, war, class struggle, and societal change. Each story is carefully selected to represent the pinnacle of historical fiction, transcending time and place to deliver poignant reflections on human nature. This collect...

In the "Historical Romances – Boxed Set," a tapestry of eras, cultures, and passions unfolds across time, crafted by some of the finest literary minds. This anthology compiles a diverse selection of tales that explore human relationships within the framework of historical contexts, spanning from the charming refinement of Jane Austen's society to the moral complexities of Tolstoy's Russia. From the restrained romances depicted by the Brontë sisters' Gothic imagination to the meticulous rea...