Author: Cynthia Rust
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781592987689
Category : Biography
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Meet Randy. He was diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) in 1979 at just nine months old. Written from the perspective of Randy's mother, Cynthia, it's nice to meet me too provides snapshots of what life is like raising a severely handicapped child. Randy's brought his fair share of heartbreaks but more importantly, endless laughter and joy. By putting down on paper a lifetime's worth of "Randy stories" that have been shared over with friends and family, she shows the comedic side of life with a child with special needs. - p. 4 of cover
It's Nice to Meet Me Too
Author: Cynthia Rust
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781592987689
Category : Biography
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Meet Randy. He was diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) in 1979 at just nine months old. Written from the perspective of Randy's mother, Cynthia, it's nice to meet me too provides snapshots of what life is like raising a severely handicapped child. Randy's brought his fair share of heartbreaks but more importantly, endless laughter and joy. By putting down on paper a lifetime's worth of "Randy stories" that have been shared over with friends and family, she shows the comedic side of life with a child with special needs. - p. 4 of cover
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781592987689
Category : Biography
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Meet Randy. He was diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) in 1979 at just nine months old. Written from the perspective of Randy's mother, Cynthia, it's nice to meet me too provides snapshots of what life is like raising a severely handicapped child. Randy's brought his fair share of heartbreaks but more importantly, endless laughter and joy. By putting down on paper a lifetime's worth of "Randy stories" that have been shared over with friends and family, she shows the comedic side of life with a child with special needs. - p. 4 of cover
In the Air Tonight
Author: Marie Force
Publisher: Blue Box Press
ISBN: 1963135113
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
I was there. I saw what you did. Blaise I wasn’t supposed to be there that night, but my friend Sienna talked me into going to the party in Land’s End so she could spy on her boyfriend. While hiding out in the woods, we witnessed an unspeakable crime. And we did everything wrong afterward. Connections run deep in our small town. I was pressured into keeping my mouth shut, even though every part of me objected. I assumed I’d always do the right thing in any situation. I was wrong about that and a lot of other things. I was wrecked by what I saw and how the victim was treated by kids I’d known all my life. I’ve been sick over it ever since, even as I moved on, far away from the town where I was raised. Fourteen years later, I learn that the guy who committed that unspeakable crime is running for Congress, and something in me snaps. I can’t bear the weight of that knowledge for another second. Finally, I report what I saw, and all hell breaks loose for me and others who were at that long-ago party. Some of them will do whatever it takes to keep the truth from coming to light…even if they have to kill me. In the midst of an epic battle, a new love gives me the strength to stay strong, to fight for my life and to right a terrible wrong. Content warning: A sexual assault storyline may be upsetting to some readers. Reviews for In the Air Tonight: "An unforgettable page-turner where love and justice collide in a breathtaking tale of courage and redemption. Marie Force masterfully weaves suspense and romance, taking you on a journey to find love in the most unexpected places.” ~ Bestselling author Sawyer Bennett “WOW. This five-star read just became one of my favorite reads of 2024!! With its scintillating storyline and cast of memorable small-town characters, this bingeable edge-of-your-seat read captivated me from the very start.” ~ juliereads_alot “This was such a riveting story! The writing flowed so well between all the characters and dual timelines. I loved getting a viewpoint from every character and seeing how this difficult situation affected each and every one of them. I could really feel the emotions of the characters throughout and was brought to tears by the end. This is such a heavy topic but written so well I could not put it down. And the romantic storyline—swoon! I highly recommend this one for fans of romantic suspense!” ~ 5 stars, Jennifer Horton on Goodreads “With multiple POVs, a split timeline, a small-town setting, and a heinous crime, Marie Force’s newest book is sure to be a crowd-pleaser among thriller-lovers.” ~ bookstilbedtime “I am a huge fan of Marie Force and love her books. This book is no exception, yet it is very different from her usual books. A horrendous event. Understandable and gut wrenching reactions from everyone. I love how the author used multiple POV’s to tell this story. I was totally invested; at times appalled and wanting to cry and at other times angry. I couldn’t put it down and read it in one sitting (yes, it was 2am before I finished). Kudos to the author!” ~ 5 stars, Karen on Goodreads “Ya’ll, this is one bombshell of a book. It’s a short, fast, intense read, and it hits you hard and in all the feels.” ~ 5 stars, Dea Farrel on Goodreads “This was such a riveting story! The writing flowed so well between all the characters and dual timelines. I loved getting a viewpoint from every character and seeing how this difficult situation affected each and every one of them. I could really feel the emotions of the characters throughout and was brought to tears by the end. This is such a heavy topic but written so well I could not put it down. And the romantic storyline—swoon! I highly recommend this one for fans of romantic suspense!” ~ 5 stars, theperiwinklebookworm
Publisher: Blue Box Press
ISBN: 1963135113
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
I was there. I saw what you did. Blaise I wasn’t supposed to be there that night, but my friend Sienna talked me into going to the party in Land’s End so she could spy on her boyfriend. While hiding out in the woods, we witnessed an unspeakable crime. And we did everything wrong afterward. Connections run deep in our small town. I was pressured into keeping my mouth shut, even though every part of me objected. I assumed I’d always do the right thing in any situation. I was wrong about that and a lot of other things. I was wrecked by what I saw and how the victim was treated by kids I’d known all my life. I’ve been sick over it ever since, even as I moved on, far away from the town where I was raised. Fourteen years later, I learn that the guy who committed that unspeakable crime is running for Congress, and something in me snaps. I can’t bear the weight of that knowledge for another second. Finally, I report what I saw, and all hell breaks loose for me and others who were at that long-ago party. Some of them will do whatever it takes to keep the truth from coming to light…even if they have to kill me. In the midst of an epic battle, a new love gives me the strength to stay strong, to fight for my life and to right a terrible wrong. Content warning: A sexual assault storyline may be upsetting to some readers. Reviews for In the Air Tonight: "An unforgettable page-turner where love and justice collide in a breathtaking tale of courage and redemption. Marie Force masterfully weaves suspense and romance, taking you on a journey to find love in the most unexpected places.” ~ Bestselling author Sawyer Bennett “WOW. This five-star read just became one of my favorite reads of 2024!! With its scintillating storyline and cast of memorable small-town characters, this bingeable edge-of-your-seat read captivated me from the very start.” ~ juliereads_alot “This was such a riveting story! The writing flowed so well between all the characters and dual timelines. I loved getting a viewpoint from every character and seeing how this difficult situation affected each and every one of them. I could really feel the emotions of the characters throughout and was brought to tears by the end. This is such a heavy topic but written so well I could not put it down. And the romantic storyline—swoon! I highly recommend this one for fans of romantic suspense!” ~ 5 stars, Jennifer Horton on Goodreads “With multiple POVs, a split timeline, a small-town setting, and a heinous crime, Marie Force’s newest book is sure to be a crowd-pleaser among thriller-lovers.” ~ bookstilbedtime “I am a huge fan of Marie Force and love her books. This book is no exception, yet it is very different from her usual books. A horrendous event. Understandable and gut wrenching reactions from everyone. I love how the author used multiple POV’s to tell this story. I was totally invested; at times appalled and wanting to cry and at other times angry. I couldn’t put it down and read it in one sitting (yes, it was 2am before I finished). Kudos to the author!” ~ 5 stars, Karen on Goodreads “Ya’ll, this is one bombshell of a book. It’s a short, fast, intense read, and it hits you hard and in all the feels.” ~ 5 stars, Dea Farrel on Goodreads “This was such a riveting story! The writing flowed so well between all the characters and dual timelines. I loved getting a viewpoint from every character and seeing how this difficult situation affected each and every one of them. I could really feel the emotions of the characters throughout and was brought to tears by the end. This is such a heavy topic but written so well I could not put it down. And the romantic storyline—swoon! I highly recommend this one for fans of romantic suspense!” ~ 5 stars, theperiwinklebookworm
Dancing With The Demons
Author: Ami Norneby
Publisher: Ami Norneby
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
It seemed that all Savannah Benson would amount to was a mess. An unstable girl who couldn't erase her past, and let her demons continue to haunt her day after day, night after night. There was too much wrong with her to even consider fixing her. With no hope for change and a life full of never-ending issues, someone suddenly comes along to throw her off her self-loathing, cold-shoulder routine. The possibility of letting them in doesn't seem so hard, which is the one thing she fears the most, except she can't help it. It's the easiest thing that's happened to her in a long time, and that's what makes it so terrifying. A book that is not a fairy tail with a happily ever after, this is a true raw story, of love, loss with every struggle in between.
Publisher: Ami Norneby
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 372
Book Description
It seemed that all Savannah Benson would amount to was a mess. An unstable girl who couldn't erase her past, and let her demons continue to haunt her day after day, night after night. There was too much wrong with her to even consider fixing her. With no hope for change and a life full of never-ending issues, someone suddenly comes along to throw her off her self-loathing, cold-shoulder routine. The possibility of letting them in doesn't seem so hard, which is the one thing she fears the most, except she can't help it. It's the easiest thing that's happened to her in a long time, and that's what makes it so terrifying. A book that is not a fairy tail with a happily ever after, this is a true raw story, of love, loss with every struggle in between.
A Golden Life
Author: Ginny Kubitz Moyer
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1647427231
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
Embark on a journey to 1930s California in Ginny Kubitz Moyer’s spellbinding historical novel in which a woman must choose between friendship and her own secrets. It’s 1938, and twenty-five-year-old secretary Frances Healey is ready for a fresh start. Hoping to forget her painful past, she takes a job working for Hollywood producer Lawrence Merrill. She quickly becomes absorbed in VistaGlen Studios’s biggest project: a movie about Kitty Ridley, the legendary stage actress who disappeared from the public eye in 1895. The movie will be the making of Belinda Vail, a beautiful ingenue who is hungry for a breakout role—and also happens to be Mr. Merrill’s love interest. But the real Miss Ridley has other ideas. Now ninety years old, she writes a scathing letter insisting the studio halt production of the film. Hoping to change her mind, Frances and Mr. Merrill embark on a trip to find the actress—only to land in a Victorian farmhouse in the Napa Valley. But as she learns the truth of Miss Ridley’s life, Frances finds herself confronting the very past she’s been trying to forget. And with the arrival of the ambitious Belinda, loyalties will be tested, bonds will be forged, and Frances will learn where true happiness lies. Set in Hollywood and the sun-drenched Napa countryside, A Golden Life explores friendship, forgiveness, and the power of honoring your own story.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1647427231
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
Embark on a journey to 1930s California in Ginny Kubitz Moyer’s spellbinding historical novel in which a woman must choose between friendship and her own secrets. It’s 1938, and twenty-five-year-old secretary Frances Healey is ready for a fresh start. Hoping to forget her painful past, she takes a job working for Hollywood producer Lawrence Merrill. She quickly becomes absorbed in VistaGlen Studios’s biggest project: a movie about Kitty Ridley, the legendary stage actress who disappeared from the public eye in 1895. The movie will be the making of Belinda Vail, a beautiful ingenue who is hungry for a breakout role—and also happens to be Mr. Merrill’s love interest. But the real Miss Ridley has other ideas. Now ninety years old, she writes a scathing letter insisting the studio halt production of the film. Hoping to change her mind, Frances and Mr. Merrill embark on a trip to find the actress—only to land in a Victorian farmhouse in the Napa Valley. But as she learns the truth of Miss Ridley’s life, Frances finds herself confronting the very past she’s been trying to forget. And with the arrival of the ambitious Belinda, loyalties will be tested, bonds will be forged, and Frances will learn where true happiness lies. Set in Hollywood and the sun-drenched Napa countryside, A Golden Life explores friendship, forgiveness, and the power of honoring your own story.
Gigolos Get Lonely Too
Author: Dwayne S. Joseph
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 9781601620491
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Three notorious players--Carter, a gigolo who has found the perfect woman; Vernon, who is having an affair with his wife's best friend; and Rick, who wants to make it out of the game--must make some tough choices when they discover that love is more important than sex. Reprint.
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 9781601620491
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Three notorious players--Carter, a gigolo who has found the perfect woman; Vernon, who is having an affair with his wife's best friend; and Rick, who wants to make it out of the game--must make some tough choices when they discover that love is more important than sex. Reprint.
MAKE ROOM FOR MOMMY
Author: Suzanne McMinn
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459280245
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
MAGGIE WELLS WAS A "GREAT GAL." So how come she couldn't get a date? She was getting really tired of spending her weekends in front of the television. So she decided to volunteer at the community center. That's when she met little Brandy. BRANDY CONNER WAS A GREAT KID. She loved her new grown-up friend, Maggie. And Brandy thought Maggie would make an even neater friend for her dad, Ryan. RYAN CONNER WAS A GREAT…HUNK. Life as a single dad was no bed of roses, but he wasn't interested in finding a new wife—no way, no how. Not even one as beguiling as Maggie Wells…. Could they convince him to make room for Maggie?
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1459280245
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
MAGGIE WELLS WAS A "GREAT GAL." So how come she couldn't get a date? She was getting really tired of spending her weekends in front of the television. So she decided to volunteer at the community center. That's when she met little Brandy. BRANDY CONNER WAS A GREAT KID. She loved her new grown-up friend, Maggie. And Brandy thought Maggie would make an even neater friend for her dad, Ryan. RYAN CONNER WAS A GREAT…HUNK. Life as a single dad was no bed of roses, but he wasn't interested in finding a new wife—no way, no how. Not even one as beguiling as Maggie Wells…. Could they convince him to make room for Maggie?
Nice to Meet Me
Author: Chris Carlton
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578098401
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
In the United States alone, there are almost twenty million men who experienced unwanted sexual abuse before the age of eighteen. One in every six men. Consequently, these men are forced to go through life managing the horrors of their past, while society as a whole avoids the issue. This book lifts the veil on the damage it causes, and the struggle it takes for men to manage the surfacing memories after years of suppressing the abuse. This is a walk with one man, Chris Carlton, a former collegiate athlete, U.S. Navy Intelligence Officer, and advertising executive, as he stops trying to prove his worth, and starts repairing his past; all while desperately trying to salvage his future. You will be given a seat next to him in the therapy office, to watch his truth unravel, his pain surface, and his walls crumble. You will see him start to connect the dots of his past, and start to find his footing, until ultimately; he connects with the innocent boy he left behind. Nice To Meet Me shows us that recovering from sexual abuse is undeniable with hard work and determination. This book is a candid, inspirational story of self-discovery and persistence that should be read by anyone looking to recover from traumatic memories, and for loved ones wishing to better understand someone struggling with their past.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578098401
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
In the United States alone, there are almost twenty million men who experienced unwanted sexual abuse before the age of eighteen. One in every six men. Consequently, these men are forced to go through life managing the horrors of their past, while society as a whole avoids the issue. This book lifts the veil on the damage it causes, and the struggle it takes for men to manage the surfacing memories after years of suppressing the abuse. This is a walk with one man, Chris Carlton, a former collegiate athlete, U.S. Navy Intelligence Officer, and advertising executive, as he stops trying to prove his worth, and starts repairing his past; all while desperately trying to salvage his future. You will be given a seat next to him in the therapy office, to watch his truth unravel, his pain surface, and his walls crumble. You will see him start to connect the dots of his past, and start to find his footing, until ultimately; he connects with the innocent boy he left behind. Nice To Meet Me shows us that recovering from sexual abuse is undeniable with hard work and determination. This book is a candid, inspirational story of self-discovery and persistence that should be read by anyone looking to recover from traumatic memories, and for loved ones wishing to better understand someone struggling with their past.
A Fable of Magic
Author: Jeremy Fabiano
Publisher: Jeremy Fabiano
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Transferring prison inmates into a VR simulation seems like a good idea ...until you're the test subject who ends up dead. Garstil, lead engineer for Tempest Online, develops a deep-dive neuro interface, and it's about to be tested on a group no one will miss: prison inmates. But when the cons mount an escape, and it goes terribly wrong, Garstil is killed and immediately teleported into Tempest Online. Now he must learn to survive in his own game while adapting to a medieval world of villages, sorcery, magic-wielding undead, and unlimited questing. While learning basic survival skills like cooking, he must level up quickly to defeat the rampaging hordes. Of all the things to happen in the game, Garstil wasn't expecting to fall in love with his teacher. A lovely NPC named Samantha. She shows him how to use his powers, and together, they will face the villains of Tempest Online together. If you're a fan of Sword Art Online, join in on the adventure today to discover if Garstil has what it takes to become a champion.
Publisher: Jeremy Fabiano
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Transferring prison inmates into a VR simulation seems like a good idea ...until you're the test subject who ends up dead. Garstil, lead engineer for Tempest Online, develops a deep-dive neuro interface, and it's about to be tested on a group no one will miss: prison inmates. But when the cons mount an escape, and it goes terribly wrong, Garstil is killed and immediately teleported into Tempest Online. Now he must learn to survive in his own game while adapting to a medieval world of villages, sorcery, magic-wielding undead, and unlimited questing. While learning basic survival skills like cooking, he must level up quickly to defeat the rampaging hordes. Of all the things to happen in the game, Garstil wasn't expecting to fall in love with his teacher. A lovely NPC named Samantha. She shows him how to use his powers, and together, they will face the villains of Tempest Online together. If you're a fan of Sword Art Online, join in on the adventure today to discover if Garstil has what it takes to become a champion.
Becoming Beka Series
Author: Sarah Anne Sumpolec
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802482791
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1006
Book Description
This set includes all five books of the Becoming Beka series: The Masquerade, The Alliance, The Passage, The Reveal, and The Encore. In The Masquerade, Beka Madison's "good girl" image has been crumbling around her since her mother's tragic death. She can't let her family discover she's not really a Christian, but her ragged emotions threaten to expose her. The Masquerade is an absorbing story of a teenage girl's struggle with self discovery and the revelation that truth brings freedom. In The Alliance, Beka heads back to school with a new-found faith, but that faith is tested sooner than she expected. As she spends time with the eclectic theater group, she is pulled further into her friendship with Gretchen, who has become fascinated with the occult and convinces Beka there is no harm in the tarot cards, crystals, and spells that their group of friends is dabbling in. Beka also struggles in her growing relationship with Mark, who is pressuring her to spend time with him behind her father's back. In the midst of all these shifting alliances, Beka must decide where her true loyalties lie. In The Passage, it's springtime in Bragg County and love is in the air. A church retreat allows Beka to get to know Josh better; but she learns that even though she likes him, his college choice may put a wrench in their relationship. Confused about her relationship with Josh, Beka seeks out Mark for solace. When Mark tries getting physical with Beka, she ponders issues of purity. In The Reveal, Beka, after a summer filled with work and guitar lessons, spends ten days in Haiti before launching into her senior year. She seems to be on stable footing, but everyone around her is falling apart. Surprises await Beka as she faces Gretchen after her two-month stay in detention. Gretchen is darker and moodier. Then there's Mark, who worms his way back into Beka's affections despite her father's refusal to let them officially date. In The Encore, Beka returns for the final semester of her senior year and quickly finds herself in trouble. The song she wrote and performed offended a fellow student and the principal blames Beka and her teacher Mr. Thompson. Meanwhile, she's torn between two different guys, Mark and Josh. And as she prepares for her father's upcoming wedding, Beka is devastated to learn the family will be moving out of their house and into her dad's fiancee's house. Soon Beka is overwhelmed with decisions, including the option to sign a record contract and move to LA after graduation.
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802482791
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1006
Book Description
This set includes all five books of the Becoming Beka series: The Masquerade, The Alliance, The Passage, The Reveal, and The Encore. In The Masquerade, Beka Madison's "good girl" image has been crumbling around her since her mother's tragic death. She can't let her family discover she's not really a Christian, but her ragged emotions threaten to expose her. The Masquerade is an absorbing story of a teenage girl's struggle with self discovery and the revelation that truth brings freedom. In The Alliance, Beka heads back to school with a new-found faith, but that faith is tested sooner than she expected. As she spends time with the eclectic theater group, she is pulled further into her friendship with Gretchen, who has become fascinated with the occult and convinces Beka there is no harm in the tarot cards, crystals, and spells that their group of friends is dabbling in. Beka also struggles in her growing relationship with Mark, who is pressuring her to spend time with him behind her father's back. In the midst of all these shifting alliances, Beka must decide where her true loyalties lie. In The Passage, it's springtime in Bragg County and love is in the air. A church retreat allows Beka to get to know Josh better; but she learns that even though she likes him, his college choice may put a wrench in their relationship. Confused about her relationship with Josh, Beka seeks out Mark for solace. When Mark tries getting physical with Beka, she ponders issues of purity. In The Reveal, Beka, after a summer filled with work and guitar lessons, spends ten days in Haiti before launching into her senior year. She seems to be on stable footing, but everyone around her is falling apart. Surprises await Beka as she faces Gretchen after her two-month stay in detention. Gretchen is darker and moodier. Then there's Mark, who worms his way back into Beka's affections despite her father's refusal to let them officially date. In The Encore, Beka returns for the final semester of her senior year and quickly finds herself in trouble. The song she wrote and performed offended a fellow student and the principal blames Beka and her teacher Mr. Thompson. Meanwhile, she's torn between two different guys, Mark and Josh. And as she prepares for her father's upcoming wedding, Beka is devastated to learn the family will be moving out of their house and into her dad's fiancee's house. Soon Beka is overwhelmed with decisions, including the option to sign a record contract and move to LA after graduation.
The Lost Cantrell
Author: Shamiso M. Lezard
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press Inc
ISBN: 1509243666
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
A luxury hotel, a mysterious guest, a secret organization...and a girl caught in the middle. All Ella-Cherie Silver ever wanted was the opportunity to work at the prestigious Lost Cantrell hotel. She never expected that once she got it, an unfortunate chance encounter with a guest, one Mr Zeke Gage, would have her embroiled in a secret crime syndicate named The Organization. Zeke promises Ella a way out of The Org. But can he save her before the criminal underworld claims her conscience or her life?
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press Inc
ISBN: 1509243666
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
A luxury hotel, a mysterious guest, a secret organization...and a girl caught in the middle. All Ella-Cherie Silver ever wanted was the opportunity to work at the prestigious Lost Cantrell hotel. She never expected that once she got it, an unfortunate chance encounter with a guest, one Mr Zeke Gage, would have her embroiled in a secret crime syndicate named The Organization. Zeke promises Ella a way out of The Org. But can he save her before the criminal underworld claims her conscience or her life?