If a picture speaks a thousand words, a love letter speaks a thousand more . . . Even in this age of e-mail, faxes, and instant messaging, nothing has ever replaced the power of a love letter. Love letters express the spectrum of our emotions, offering a colorful glimpse into the soul of the writer, and of the writer's beloved. For passionate readers and lovers of words, a letter is irresistible. List of letters included: Ludwig van Bethoveen - The Immortal Beloved Oscar Wilde to Lord Alfr...

A smokejumper’s home is in the path of the next wildfire, until his past catches up with him.While on a break from fighting wildfires, smokie Tim Harada visits home—the quirky little town of Larch Creek, Alaska. The streets are named for Jack London books, the pickup trucks are all blue, and the residents are all too familiar. One in particular.In Macy Tyler, helicopter pilot, Tim still sees his best friend’s kid sister. Before he leaves again, she must con...

If you love Agatha Raisin's spark and Nancy Drew's curiosity, The Emily Mansion Old House Mysteries are your next unputdownable read!Some secrets are better left buried.And some are of historical importance and should definitely be dug up, dusted off, and put in a museum.When historical researcher Emily Mansion unearths a mysterious love letter, dating from the Victorian era, she is intrigued by a cryptic set of clues that point to a lost legacy hid...

From the multi-million copy bestselling author ...Recently moved to the village of Essington St Mary, Rob Carswell discovers the plight of his new neighbour Ilsa who is battling illness as well as the bullying tactics of a local builder. It is proving to be a more dramatic corner of Wiltshire than the tranquil atmosphere would suggest.Nearby, Amy Hatherall is feeling adrift following the death of her mother, but a final handwritten letter leads her in an un...

Nestled at the heart of the Wiltshire village of Essington St Mary lies a charming park which boasts two magnificent magnolia trees. New arrivals to the neighbourhood, including those being helped by a local charitable trust, are strolling in their shade. Amongst them is Brett, just out of the care system; Carla, escaping an abusive ex-partner; and Matthew, a widower whose house burnt down while he was in hospital.As new beginnings dawn and the coming weeks unfold, Brett, Carla and...

Chance brings together Nina Thomas and elderly Laura Chadwick just at the time when Laura is in need of a friend to help with an interfering family member. Their growing bond is one thing that Nina will be sorry to leave behind as she relocates from Australia to England, but they promise to stay in touch. It will prove to be a significant friendship.In England, Nina's path soon crosses with handsome Sean Reynolds and she finds herself taking on a project larger than she had ever ex...

-a Firehawks Smokejumpers romance-Tim Harada, a lead smokejumper at MHA in Oregon, visits home — the quirky little town of Larch Creek, Alaska. The streets are named for Jack London books, the pickup trucks are all blue, and the residents are all too familiar. One in particular.Macy Tyler, helicopter pilot. Tim still sees her as his best friend’s kid sister. Before he leaves again, she must convince the guy she’s loved all her life that during his absence she transformed he...

A cutthroat Manhattan custody battle leads to kidnapping and murderRita Galloway is leaving a puppet show when a stranger sprints up to her and snatches her son, Bobby, from her arms. She screams for help, and Bobby is able to wriggle out of the man's grip, but the would-be kidnapper escapes without a trace. It would be just another ordinary Manhattan street crime if it weren't for Rita's estranged husband, heir to one of the wealthiest corporations in New York City...

With soft illustrations and soothing text, this is a quiet story about learning to find calm in the busy world around you.When the party's over and the baby finally falls asleep, when the dog is all barked out and the screens are dark, the Silence pads in on soft, furry feet. A warm, comforting presence, the Silence curls up in a sun-beam like a cuddly cat and helps you read, think and be still. The Silence is friends with the Dark. Together they soothe the jagged ...

In the vast expanse of a galaxy ruled by the oppressive Dominion, a band of unlikely heroes emerges to ignite the flames of rebellion. "The Nexus Awakens" tells the electrifying story of Jarek, a hardened mercenary scarred by the Dominion's cruelty, Anya, a luminous-eyed pilot seeking retribution for her annihilated world, and Kael, a fierce Trandoshan warrior haunted by his brutal past. Joined by the enigmatic android Seraph and the shadowy figure Wraith, they form the Nexus—a formidable ...

It seems there are many grief-worthy events in our lives this season. Those who have survived the loss of loved ones to suicide, unexpected illness, violence, and deaths of despair offer guidance for these painful and confusing times.Honest, gentle advice for those who have survived an unspeakable loss—the suicide of a loved one.Surviving the heartbreak of a loved one's suicide—you don't have to go through it alone. Authors Beverly Cobain and Jean Larch break through suicid...

"Life, Letters, and Epicurean Philosophy of Ninon de L'Enclos" is a captivating exploration of the life and thoughts of Ninon de L'Enclos, a prominent figure in 17th-century France. Known for her wit, charm, and intellect, Ninon was a celebrated salonnière who engaged with the leading thinkers and artists of her time. This collection of her letters and philosophical musings reveals her views on love, friendship, and the pursuit of pleasure, reflecting the Epicurean ideals that shaped her w...