In a brilliant, original rendition, Monsters of the Gévaudan revisits a spellbinding French tale that has captivated imaginations for over two hundred years, and offers the definitive explanation of the strange events that underlie this timeless story.In 1764 a peasant girl was killed and partially eaten while tending a flock of sheep. Eventually, over a hundred victims fell prey to a mysterious creature, or creatures, whose cunning and deadly efficiency terrorized the reg...

Hillary Rodham Clinton and the 2016 Election: Her Political and Social Discourse is anedited collection that demonstrates the ways in which Clinton has used political rhetoric and discourse to provide and assert her right to leadership in her many roles as First Lady, Senator from New York, and Secretary of State. This collection lends itself to the potential Democratic nomination of Clinton for U.S. President with its examination of current media reports and interviews with Clinton. Each ...

**For lovers of crime fiction and the allure of the Greek islands, Fire on the Island is the perfect summer read.** "Smith offers the perfect blend of intrigue, romance, and travelogue."**—Publishers Weekly **FIRE ON THE ISLAND is a playful, romantic thriller set in contemporary Greece, with a gay Greek-American FBI agent, who is undercover on the island to investigate a series of mysterious fires. Set against the very real refugee crisis ...

**** "Sharply drawn characters, rich dialogue, and a clever conclusion bode well for any sequel." —Publishers Weekly **** “Smith skillfully bridges police procedural and espionage fiction, crafting a show-stealing sense of place** and realistically pairing the threats of underworld crime and destabilized regimes.” -- Booklist **For International Espionage Fans of Alan Furst and Daniel Silva, a new thriller set in post-Soviet era Po...

"American Historical and Literary Curiosities: Second Series, Complete" by J. Jay Smith is a fascinating exploration of unique and lesser-known aspects of American history and literature. This work delves into intriguing anecdotes, rare documents, and the lives of notable figures, providing readers with a rich tapestry of cultural insights. Smith's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a treasure trove for history buffs and literary enthusiasts alike, inviting them ...

The Complete Works of John Jay SmithThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - American Historical and Literary Curiosities, Part 11.2 - American Historical and Literary Curiosities, Part 12.3 - American Historical and Literary Curiosities, Part 13.4 - American Historical and Literary Curiosities, Part 14.5 - American Historical and Literary Curiosities, Part 15.6 - American Historical and Literary Curi...

To most people, he's cold. Aloof. Unreachable.He's the alluring, strange guy with striking features, but endless mystery. His family just relocated to a foreign country. Now he's navigating uncharted territory on top of his demons. He seeks to blend in, avoid drawing attention and speaks very little.Eva is the warm, bubbly neighbour from across the street with a killer smile and undeniable persuasion. From day one, she's enchanted by his presence, yet he seems to live in hi...

It sure wasn’t Ronnie’s Choice to move from the only town he had ever known and comfortable school to find himself immersed in a very different town and strange new school. Ronnie rapidly discovers that the focus is clearly on him as the new kid while he is slipping into the life of an outcast and bully target. Fortunately, fate provides an opportunity for the new kid when his average trumpet playing in the old school’s awesome band is better than this new band has ever heard and Ronnie ea...

Platitudes, cliches and adages are pervasive in almost every part of our everyday lives and in every part of our culture. Every day we either hear them or use them ourselves, often without thinking about them. These "words of wisdom" express our feelings about love, time, money, health, wealth, humor and every aspect of life in general. Usually, they are a shorthand way of expressing an idea. The words used, in most cases, are not meant to be taken literally. Because of their common usage ...

They pulled you close. Then they pulled away. And left you replaying the same night on a loop, searching for the one thing you must have done wrong.Here's the truth this book will walk you through: it wasn't you.Search "avoidant attachment" and you'll find shelf after shelf of workbooks — nearly all of them written for the avoidant person, to help them change. If you're the one who got left confused, blaming yourself, wondering what happened, none of those...

Baby Boomers are reinventing retirement just as they have so many other aspects of their lives. They will live longer and be healthier than their parents and grandparents, and they plan to remain relevant, be fulfilled, and leave legacies. Many will continue to work well into their 70s and 80s, some because they want to, others because they need to.The Retirement Boom is a practical roadmap for making your "retirement years" a time of reinvention, excitement, and fulfillment.The coauthors ...

In the Bay Area, 2020, a strange event occurs—the sun fails to rise with its usual warmth, leaving the sky a dull, smoky gray. Birds don't sing, flowers don't bloom, and a heavy silence hangs in the air. This is not a simple anomaly but a poignant message from a hurting Earth. "The Day the Sun Slept" is a powerful fable about the delicate balance between humanity and nature. The Sun is hiding, not out of malice, but because the Earth is weary, wounded by years of carelessness and neglect. ...