Seeker, seeker, by candle fire,Three wishes granted, thy heart’s desire,Yet heed my words, for a wish may deceive,Not every wish, is what it seems…=============================================================================================A young woman, lost in the jungle wilderness, is suddenly confronted by a mysterious figure, offering to manifest her desires beyond imagination. Yet, as her wishes begin to mate...

There are many books on aspects of plant invasions, but none that focus on the key role of species interactions in mediating invasions. This book reviews exciting new findings and explores how new methods and tools are shedding new light on crucial processes in plant invasions. In 23 chapters, with contributions from 51 authors, the book addresses: · the main theories and hypotheses in plant invasion ecology that invoke species interactions; · plant invasions that are facilitated by, or be...

The perfect lighthearted summer read for 11 - 14 year oldsBOOK 1 SHORTLISTED FOR THE LAUGH OUT LOUD BOOK AWARDS 2024!Mo Merrydrew. Reluctant Vampire Queen. A human leader of vampires. Who would have thought it? Mo had always dreamed of being a leader, but never thought she'd be chosen to be the Vampire Queen of Great Britain. But Mo is in a slump - things haven't been going so well. Yes, the vampires she rules over have pledged the...

Cinderella had a prince; Karyn Wallace has a King.While Karyn served four years in prison for an unthinkable crime, she embraced salvation through Crowns for Christ outreach ministry. After her release, Karyn stays strong and confident, despite the stigma society places on ex-offenders. Since Christ strengthens the underdog, Karyn refuses to sway away from the Scripture, “He whom the Son has set free is free indeed.”Levi Tolliver, for the most part, is a practicing Christia...

Book package features a black simulated-leather cover with gold foil stamping and black ribbon bookmark.The fact that KISS is one of the most successful rock bands in the world is no accident. From the beginning Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley had a clear-cut vision of what they wanted to do and how they wanted to operate KISS as a business well before they ever first took the stage. Since deciding with Paul to manage the band themselves, Simmons has proved ...

Discover how the right story told at the right time has the power to persuade, promote empathy, and provoke action.A story explains who you are, what you want, and why it matters--better than any other communication tool in your arsenal. In this fully updated second edition, author and vibrant keynote speaker Annette Simmons teaches you how to narrate personal experiences as well as borrowed stories in a way that demonstrates authenticity, builds emotional connecti...

David Andersen doesn’t have a problem indulging in Valentine’s Day, per se, but not on a first date. Considering it was the love fest of the year, he didn’t want a woman to get any ideas that a wedding ring was forthcoming before he got a chance to know her. So he has no choice but to wait until the whole Valentine’s Day hoopla was over, then he would make his move on a sister in his church he can’t take his eyes off of.For the past two years and counting, Valerie Hart hasn’t been t...

The Crooked Comic Con Caper, Part Two. Last issue, the news of Archie and his friends' worldwide, mystery-solving adventures led to a major movie contract and a trip to Tinseltown! While at a swank Hollywood party, the gang is kidnapped along with dozens of celebrity guests, and trapped in a ballroom with wall-to-wall food! That may be fine for Jughead, but the others are determined to break both themselves and their famous fellow prisoners free. The crazy climax features a thrilling "cat ...

Three fathers, one Father’s Day and four children. Will the real dad, please stand up. It’s never too late to be a father—or is it?Christian Andersen was looking forward to spending his first Father’s day with his adopted children---all four of them.But Father’s day becomes more complicated than Christian or Joy ever imagined. Christian finds himself faced with living up to his name when things don’t go his way to enjoy an idyllic once a year celebration. But he depends on ...

Endymion is a story about love and memory, triumph and terror - and the third book of one of the science fiction's greatest sagas, the Hyperion Cantos, introducing new characters who bear the fate of time itself in their hands.Two hundred and seventy-four years after the fall of the WorldWeb in Fall of Hyperion, Raul Endymion is sent on a quest. Retrieving Aenea from the Sphinx before the Church troops reach her is only the beginning. Wi...

Have you ever enjoyed the different yarn textures in your hand or wondering how that fascinating colorful pattern was made in your much loved sweater? Then you’ll definitely enjoy learning how to knit. Knitting is one of numerous methods to turn yarn into garments or accessories. As long as you are willing to use your creativity, this would be a fun activity for you.Knitting is a very calming activity and most people associate calm with old ladies or grandmas. Have you ever imagine ...

Mike Jefferson started out as a suburban kid who dreamed of making it to the NHL, with parents determined to do anything and everything to make their son’s dream come true. So how did this promising young man’s hockey career turn into a harrowing crime story played out in sensational news reports?Coach and agent David Frost fast-tracked Jefferson’s route to the NHL, but at a staggering cost. Along the way, the affable young man turned against his parents, changed his name to Danton...