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Irene Foxglove wishes she were a French chef. Henrietta James, her assistant, knows she is nothing more than a small-time TV chef on a local Chicago channel. And yet when Irene is threatened, Henny tries desperately to save her, wishing always that “Madame” would tell her the truth - about her marriage, her spoiled daughter, her days in France, the man who threatens her. Henny’s best friend, the gay guy who lives next door, teases her, encourages her, and shares meals with her, even as she wishes for more.

A short collection of children's stories keeping playfulness, innocence, wonder, and adventures that take place in and around an enchanted forest.

Humorous and full of action. A fantastic two book combo! Book 3 and 4 of School Is Scary follow Bailey through Second and Third Grade adventures. Don't worry if you missed Book 1 or 2, jump right in with this quirky group of friends as they learn how to deal with a new student in Second Grade Stinks. Then, in Third Grade's Terrible Trip, take a bus ride with Bailey and friends on a bumpy adventure for their very first field trip ever.

It's conference time, and Rosi and her co-workers are headed to the Senior Living Retirement Community Conference in Phoenix. But don't think that it's time off! Joined by some of the most delightful and most annoying representatives of Tucson Valley Retirement Community, the trip almost ends before it begins along Interstate 10. Things don't get easier when at the opening ceremonies Rosi makes a most unfortunate introduction of herself. When her golden retriever puppy discovers a dead body that same night, Rosi pivots to sleuthing again as hilarity follows her every move.

Many people who call themselves Christian say that they found their magical moment or revelation in church services, through spiritual conversation with their family members or friends, or when their feet touched the cold sand of the beach.

After scoring perfect grades in college, Aditi has her dream of seeing the ocean crushed by a mysterious train that coils around Earth. Frightening her parents and changing her life forever as it blew its horn, and she awakes on a mysterious island. Her dream fulfilled, but at what cost?

Every day Calbert is forced to face his bully, Ernie, at school. Until one day when a teacher sends the boys to the storage room to pick up a few items. She is unaware of their bully/victim relationship. While in the storage room, the school catches on fire. The boys discover quickly that they are trapped and the only way out is through a high, small window. Ernie must lift Calbert out of the window. As he watches Calbert run from the burning building, he wonders, "Will this boy who I have mistreated for so long continue to run to safety, or will he come back for me?"

I Matter Too is the story of Ashley Perkins, a pharmacist, mother, wife, friend, sister, and daughter, but, most importantly, a human being who’s been navigating ADHD and mental health issues her entire life. She tells her story with brutal honesty about overcoming these issues while continuing to succeed in society. She details the real-life mental health issues and disorders as she lives her life, forms and raises a family, and succeeds in her career.

As a must-listen for parents who want to maintain a healthy household and inspire their kids to pick up positive hygiene habits that will last a lifetime, the second volume of Nola the Nurse is a delightful story that sparks important conversations and encourages kids to be germ-conscious.

As a child, Sali watched her mother vanish into thin air. Despite knowing what she saw, no one believed her—including her family and the police. Years later, she receives an anonymous note, hinting at her mother’s whereabouts. Unexpectedly, Sali is pulled into a dying world where she meets Yakhar, a young man who is next in line to rule over Centaura, a world of five kingdoms. A world that seems strangely familiar to Sali.

There’s a rockin’ concert of 1960s impersonators coming to Tucson Valley to perform in the snowbird send-off concert at the Tucson Valley Retirement Community Performing Arts Center. And as the one in charge, Rosi Larue is thriving in the chaos. Diva attitudes, outrageous requests, and late flights don’t sideline what is meant to be the greatest concert this community has ever seen. That is, until a dead body shows up below the stage next to the front row of seats.

The Burning Bush will pique your interest and leave you with a revitalized sense of purpose and possibilities, regardless of whether you are on a personal quest for spiritual awakening. Learn today about the author's spiritual gifts and encounters, and begin the journey of self-discovery today!

Follow the lives of three young men who randomly find special coats at a donation center, and learn of the impact of the coats upon their lives.

Amina 'Badass' Thompkins is a woman who defies time and embraces love with an unwavering spirit. In her fifties, she remains a timeless beauty, as a singer with an enchanting voice that captivates audiences, though she shies away from the limelight. Never having witnessed a man's loyalty to a single woman, she seeks solace in unconventional relationships and leaves behind her true love, her husband, for a bandmate. Haunted by her own painful experiences, not only does she have to navigate the treacherous waters of love but also the complex relationship with her mother.

When Cindy Girman got the news that her 22-year-old son had died from an overdose, the shock and grief consumed her like she herself was on the precipice of death. Weeks turned into months of agonizing questions over where exactly her beloved Alec’s soul had gone, and worry that he was lost and alone. Near the first anniversary of his death, Cindy, who had never had any prior psychic experience, was awestruck when she began receiving direct communications from the other side.