At the young age of two, Denie is the lone survivor of a horrific plane crash that claims the lives of her parent. Raised with great love and care by her uncles Rylan and Devon, with the help of her Grandmother Maggie. Seventeen years later, they move to a small town to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, looking for a more peaceful life.But their dreams of a quiet life are shattered by an eerie visit from the mysterious Mamma Clay when she comes to claim their home, a...

These are notes that I put in my husband’s lunch box each morning. When I first started putting them in there, I didn’t think he would like them. Instead, he started asking for them instead of his lunch. Wouldn’t you like to open your lunch box and find a wonderful, loving note from the person you’re in love with? It makes your day go easier. It makes you smile. It makes you eager to get home or to talk to the person on the phone. These notes are from the heart, not from a book or off a te...

DARKNESS RECLAIMED is a collection of ten wonderfully dark stories spanning the best of the horror genre. Body horror, psychological horror, thriller, dark fantasy and tech horror.Each bite-sized page-turning story will have you checking over your shoulder and sleeping with the lights on. Supernatural and paranormal encounters. Deranged families and brutal murders. An insatiable itch and a train ride from hell ... Delve into the madness within these pages and let th...

Since the apoE4 allele is a risk factor or susceptibility gene in late-onset familial and sporadic AD, the mechanism of disease expression may involve metabolic effects that are isoform specific. Isoform-specific interactions of apoE therefore become critical in the mechanism of AD pathogenesis. Detailed characterization of the binding of the apoE isoforms with proteins and peptides relevant to the pathology of the disease may be critical in understanding disease pathogenesis. These critic...

As businesses seek to compete on a global stage, they must be constantly aware of pressures from all levels: regional, local, and worldwide. The organizations that can best build advantages in diverse environments achieve the greatest success. The Handbook of Research on Global Competitive Advantage through Innovation and Entrepreneurship explores the emergence of new ideas and opportunities in various markets and provides organizational leaders with the tools they need to take full advant...

After surviving their harrowing first encounter with the Crone, the saga continues.When the Parrettie family moved to a small town to start a new life, their peaceful lives were shattered by an ancient curse. Thrust into a paranormal realm of terror, the family must continue their fight to remove the curse of the Crone. But the fight has already cost them more than they thought possible with the loss of so many dear to them, and leaving Logan and Denie in the hospital to recover fr...

The perfect way to know Jesus comes through the experience of practicing one’s faith. However, the reality of Jesus may first be confidently deduced from logic, the Bible, and the analysis of nature. The tangible evidence from the physical world establishes God as the First Cause of all things. The author points out the flaws in scientific inferences of a godless universe and shows how the detailed design in nature can only come from a source external to nature—God the Creator, who always ...

Have you ever felt uncomfortable with your own gender? Have you ever thought that you are trapped in the wrong body? Have you contemplated about having sexual reassignment?Gender dysphoria might be a technical term but this would aptly capture your dissatisfaction. You may think that you are the only one suffering from this mismatch with your body and your preferred gender. But there are actually a lot of people who are afflicted with this. There is a growing recog...

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Shalem Institute, this collection of experiential and academic essays offers modern contemplative reflections from new and renowned voices in spiritual leadership.Founded in 1973 by the Rev. Dr. Tilden H. Edwards, Jr., Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation offers retreats, workshops, and groups centered around contemplative spirituality. The culmination of half a century of charitable ministry, this commemorative antholo...

Reproductive technology allows us to test embryos' genes before deciding whether to transfer them to a woman's uterus. Embryo selection raises many ethical questions but is virtually unregulated in the United States. This comprehensive study considers the ethical, medical, political, and economic aspects of developing appropriate regulation.

How will increased understanding of the human genome affect our ability to diagnose and treat disease? The subject of recombinant DNA technology is no longer limited to the research laboratory; it is being discussed in ever-widening medical circles. Introduction to Molecular Medicine is especially written for the physician who is not a genetics expert but wishes to understand this new science and find entry to the more specialized publications. The first chapters present t...

Complementary and alternative medicine encompasses a wide range of modalities, including acupuncture, herbs and supplements, naturopathy, and body and mind therapies. The use of these healing methods is increasing rapidly, and more and more patients are approaching primary care physicians with questions about them. The purpose of this issue is to help doctors understand the evidence supporting and refuting complementary and alternative medicine techniques so they can provide patients with ...