THE NAMESAKE STORY FOR THIS ANTHOLOGY was originally a popular standalone, but later became the inspiration for an trilogy of its own, then a crossover to another trilogy, and (finally) this anthology.Good stories never die, they just get sequels. In this story, we left both Tessa and Detective Johnson with little tag-end mysteries of their own to solve. And also a hint of romance for each.Completely outside of this book, another standalone story c...

"Well, this is curious - I've only got papers that say to take one of you."My two latest deaths stood in front of me."The other is supposed to keep on living. But here you both are."Neither spoke to volunteer which was which."So, you both intend to keep on living, in spite of my orders to take one of you."Silence signaled assent."You know that no one has ever cheated Death. Just because you have some spirit-guides looking out...

American’s today have lost their sense of direction and now rely upon the compass, G.P.S. screen in the automobile or smart phone. Simply Society is no longer connected to a God given sense of direction visible in the natural elements of creation. The early pioneers and settlers crossed the prairie and relied upon the hand and finger prints of God; the sun rises in the East, the sun sets in the West, moss grows on the North side of the tree, and if you face North and look over your shoulde...

This special volume is dedicated to Geoffrey Chew who passed away on April 12, 2019, at age 94. He is best known as the architect and passionate champion of the bootstrap concept, sometimes called nuclear democracy. His work influenced generations of particle physicists. His passion for physics was an inspiration for his many students and associates. From the Chew-Low theory for meson-nucleon scattering to Analytic S-Matrix, Regge Poles, and Bootstrap principle, his originality left its ma...

The history of international dispute resolution is long and complex. Peaceful dispute resolution can forestall conflict, promote peace, and provide a framework for co-operation amongst nations. Nowhere is this potential more articulated than in the work of international judge, arbitrator, and professor, David D. Caron (1952-2018). In his work and his scholarship, he modelled how international dispute resolution can promote stability in world affairs. This collection of essays by distinguis...

A Ghost Hunters Lore CollectionWhen muses become obnoxiously ever-present, the easy way out is to write their stories. As fiction - even though you both know they are very real. However, I'd been living and working in the world of non-fiction for years now, and happily funding my research this way.But the itch to dip back into the heady worlds of fiction was still making my life uncomfortable on a regular basis.It was an author named Bradley Ramsey ...

When tragedy strikes Dani's business partner it brings Ren back into her life. She'd thought she moved past her feelings for him, but one glance and they come flooding back.Growing up as an orphan, Daniella Brosen has trouble connecting with other people. She has no room for anyone in her life, except her best friend, Rendall Sousa. He is the only male she's ever loved or will love. Circumstances beyond her control tear them apart, and she has no choice but to leave him behind....

Will Matt and Claire learn to have faith in each other long enough to discover an unbreakable love? Mathew Price's vision remains elusive after being blinded in a car accident, and it's turned his entire life upside down. Depending on others for help frustrates him and is a blow to his pride. He pushes everyone away, especially the one woman he has always cared about. Now that he is handicapped, Matt doesn't think he has a right to tell her how he feels. Claire Jackson has secretly loved M...

Lady Athena Thompson's family is notorious, and definitely not in a good way. Some say there is magic in their bloodline, and only through witchcraft can they lure gentlemen of good breeding into marriage.Roman James, the Earl of Kendal, has returned home from war, injured, and determined to live his life as he pleases. He doesn't need to be charmed, but he's more than willing to be led astray. Especially when a woman as lovely as Athena is involved.Athena and Roman are sur...

Lady Melisande Burton has a talent for trouble—and a complete disregard for propriety. Sent to Havenwood Academy to curb her impulsive ways, she quickly proves that no set of rules can tame her sharp tongue or reckless heart.Leonidas "Leo" James, Viscount Kendal, prides himself on discipline, order, and control. Unfortunately for him, Melisande Burton possesses none of those qualities—and seems determined to test his patience at every turn.Their meeting sparks an unforgetta...

"Strange, considering it all now after a night's sleep, that I'd had no premonition of what awaited. That seems to be the nature of life, however. Things that ought to come with warnings rarely do."The Year is 1884 and Emma M. Lion has, at long last, gained her majority. Entering a golden age of friendship with Pierce, Islington, and Hawkes, Emma is confident she will manage whatever comes her way. It is The Season she must help Arabella secure a husband, while navigating ...

Dr. Ashlyn Penn has lived a rigid life. It's how she deals with her special gifts. Any deviation and her life turns to chaos. So when Harrison Thoreau enters her life it is no surprise she doesn't handle it well and pushes him away.Harrison falls hard for Ashlyn, but respects her wishes and moves on. He is offered a spot on the Sparkle City Fireflies as their new goalie and throws himself into the game, but he never forgets about her.When Harrison's best friend marries Ashl...