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Discoveries by T N Baldwin

About Discoveries by T N Baldwin

In a post-apocalyptic future, humanity has been forced underground by Mythtakes, fantasy creatures created through the power of magicium. And when the Mythtakes rebelled, the secrets of manipulating magicium were lost.

Carla is smothered in secrets. Logan obeys without thinking. Junior regrets every choice he makes.

They all want one thing.

All three are in a race to the broken city of Shanghai to recover a prized canister of the magical substance. Determined to brave the Open, each will discover about the lost science of magic on their quest – and will risk being torn apart by their mistakes, past and present.

If you don’t know you’re in a race, how do you know when you’ve won?

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Cruising from Boston to Montreal by Al & Sunny Lockwood

About Cruising from Boston to Montreal by Al & Sunny Lockwood

Discover historic wonders and modern delights guaranteed to enlarge your heart and expand your understanding of Canada and its people.

This travel memoir will introduce you to the fascinating heroes, stunning beauty and staggering tragedies that have helped shape Canada’s Maritimes, Quebec City, and Montreal.

Midwest Book Review says, “The first-person descriptions read with the drama of fiction and the excitement of journal writing….”

Veteran travelers Al and Sunny Lockwood share their adventures and misadventures on this scintillating cruise of exploration. Join them for an unforgettable journey through part of the largest country in the Western Hemisphere.

In “Cruising from Boston to Montreal” readers will:

– Attend a rousing baseball game at Boston’s Fenway Park

– Learn about Alexander Graham Bell’s involvement with Canada’s first airplane flight.

– Visit the Prince Edward Island farm that was the setting for the Anne of Green Gables books.

– Discover how lobster graduated from barnyard feed to gourmet fare.

– Sail Canada’s greatest waterway, the mighty Saint Lawrence River.

– View breath-taking cathedrals and romantic lighthouses.

– Discover Halifax’s heart-breaking connection with the Titanic tragedy.

– and much more.

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Words for Turds: 72 Ways to Say Poo and 75 Fecal Facts

About Words for Turds: 72 Ways to Say Poo and 75 Fecal Facts

Want to give your kids a dictionary that they’ll read cover to cover, giggling the whole time? A book for kids who love toilet humor! This book contains page after page of gross words and feculent facts, guaranteed to make kids squirm with grossed-out glee and moms to roll their eyes. Words for Turds will be offered for free on December 2,3, 10, and 11.

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Gray Lake: A Gothic Novel of Crime and Supernatural Horror

About Gray Lake: A Gothic Novel of Crime and Supernatural Horror

A hundred ghost stories swirl around the waters of Gray Lake and the strange, abandoned haunted house that looms on the swampy northern shore…
And those aren’t the only mysteries digging under the skin of Green River…
Like how did half of rage-fueled small-time crime boss Mike Menger’s face get so horribly burned?
And why is his ragged crew of crank-head drug dealers rebelling?
And why have Menger and his lady – whose sex life is so strange – agreed to never, under any circumstances, discuss either’s past?
Is it really possible for best friends Brian and Iggy to have witnessed what appears to be a sleek black classic car cruising across the choppy surface of the water tonight?
And who is the seductive, demonic Queen figure appearing in both Brian and Iggy’s dreams lately?
And – perhaps most importantly – who is Maya, the gorgeous, enigmatic girl on the edge of psychosis who just moved to the lake’s ritzy, exclusive southern shore, a girl for whom Brian feels immediate, unbearable longing?
These and other turbulent secrets will send Menger, Maya, Brian, Iggy and others hurtling headlong toward a deadly clash, a brutal showdown on the spectral shores of Gray Lake.
Readers have described Bain’s ambitious debut novel as dark, gorgeous, challenging and chilling.

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The Power of Marrsing: Tapping into Our Individual Consciousness

About The Power of Marrsing: Tapping into Our Individual Consciousness

Relationships are all about communicating and connecting, but are we willing to share our true, authentic selves with our partner? What holds us back and how can we effectively communicate our emotions to each other throughout a lifetime? Angella Watkis Francis offers an inspiring path to deeper, committed relationships in The Power of Marrsing. Marrsing, a term coined by Francis, is the concept that a deep understanding of ourselves and our relationship patterns can transform the way we live, love, and share with our partners.

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Soul of the Prophet: The Elder of Edon Book I

About Soul of the Prophet: The Elder of Edon Book I

Can there ever be peace between the oppressed and the oppressor?

The first book in the debut adult anthropomorphic fantasy series, The Elder of Edon, Soul of the Prophet tells the story of an adolescent boy selected by ancient prophecy for a seemingly insurmountable task.

Fin grew up an orphan, an unfortunate casualty of a war between two races of dragons—the Faranchies and the Cullidons. Fin’s future seems bleak in Edon, a mystical land home to dragons, currently ruled by the Cullidons’ oppressive and abusive regime. But when Fin is chosen by an elder to unite the two dragon races, Fin must decide if he will accept his calling as the next prophet. Joined by a ragtag group of freedom fighters, Fin and his rebel friends face unimaginable danger as they battle dark forces attempting to retain power at all costs. And in this fight against oppression, there is no guarantee of victory or survival.

Soul of the Prophet will be free for a limited time from 12/24 to 12/28.

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Armor Your Mind

About Armor Your Mind

If you are ready to learn how to harness the power of your mind and free yourself from constant worry, anxiety, or fear- then this book is for you. It is an empowering journey that starts by discovering who we really are and where our natural talents lie so we’re able to live a more fulfilling existence.

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Birthday Girl by Mary Waterford

About Birthday Girl by Mary Waterford

Mikayla can’t remember not loving him. Rafe can’t remember not loving her. But neither of them had felt anything like this before.

When your best friend starts looking at you with eyes so hot your clothes practically take themselves off, what can you do?

Unable to bear the tension that threatened to engulf them both, Mikayla did what she always did: confronted Rafe head on and offered up a solution that neither of them could resist: Friends with benefits. Hurt by past relationships, they both promised to respect the rules they set for themselves for no-strings-attached, sizzling hot sex.

Blurring the lines between friends and lovers and breaking their own rules, pretty soon, things got hotter than either of them could handle. This time, Mikayla doesn’t have a solution.

Can these childhood friends-to-lovers tread these new waters and swim to their happily ever after?

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NEVER LOOK BACK by Andrew Hammond

About NEVER LOOK BACK by Andrew Hammond

He walked away from his comfortable family home as a naive sixteen-year-old and sentenced himself to a life term of uncertainty. From the outset Andrew was street homeless, penniless, and with only the clothes he was wearing, delved straight into a life of crime alongside some ruthless characters on the streets of London, for which he was totally unprepared.

NEVER LOOK BACK is a true story of a stubborn will to succeed in life from nothing, resulting in some very close brushes with death and doing some time in prison whilst still a teenager. His road takes him to the deepest hole in life, in the deepest winter in modern memory, to being pulled in by the Police for the deepest crime… Murder!

Andrew always thought and hoped a miracle would come his way in time to get him out of this hellhole he had fallen into. Eventually, one did arrive years later that he grasped with both hands and found a new purpose in life – one he had never dreamed of before.

This book is a hard-hitting account of chaos and comedy during the first 20 years of the author’s adulthood, which formed the best education for his future as he continues onwards and upwards.

The book is free with a Kindle Unlimited subscription.

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Healing the Earl by Rose Pearson

About Healing the Earl by Rose Pearson

An Earl haunted by war…a companion in need of a family…can they both find what they need?
Returning to London was never part of Hugh’s plan. As the new Earl of Brinsworth, he has been forced back to a life of duty but remains haunted by the memories of war. With his mother insistent on enjoying the London Season once more – with a companion in tow this time – Hugh is relieved when his help is required by an old friend. Yet he cannot help but notice the quiet companion who is now a part of his life, finding himself all the more intrigued by her gentle nature.
Miss Clara Lockhart has never been to London. Forgotten by an uncaring father, she is now nothing more than a companion. But when sparks begin to fly between herself and Lord Brinsworth, Clara dares to begin to hope that she might find a happiness of her own after all – only for a sudden danger to threaten them both. Can she trust Lord Brinsworth to protect her? And what will she do when everything she believed is suddenly turned on its head?

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The Wormhole Gang

About The Wormhole Gang

The Wormhole Gang
“Jack, where the hell are we?”
Admiral Ashley Patterson, the Navy’s youngest admiral at age 39, was with her husband, famous publisher Jack Thurber. Jack is a commander in the Naval Reserve, and often accompanies Ashley on assignments. They were on their most enjoyable deployment to date. Ashley had been given command of the famous USS Intrepid, an aircraft carrier that had become a museum, a three-month post that was largely ceremonial. The Navy’s thinking was that Ashley’s new command would be an excellent way to promote the museum, as well as a great public relations stunt for the Navy.
Both history lovers, they were enjoying Ashley’s latest assignment—until they encountered the most horrifying situation they ever encountered.
One early morning they awoke, expecting to see themselves alongside Pier 86. Instead, they were shocked to see that they were in the middle of the ocean. While they slept, the ship, without an engine or other discernible source of power, suddenly left its dock on the West Side of Manhattan—with nobody at the controls.
They realized that the ship had gone through a time portal, a wormhole.
They were lost at sea—and lost in time.
Along with two other crew members, they formed a group to discover what had happened to them. Admiral Ashley named the group The Wormhole Gang

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Blood of the King by Bruce Blake

About Blood of the King by Bruce Blake

With a vial of the king’s blood in one hand, and a sword of legend in the other, one soldier sets out on an odyssey that will change his life… or end it.

Forced into the army, Khirro never wanted to fight. And with the monarch dead, any hope for the kingdom’s survival hangs by a slender thread. But when the king’s shaman charges Khirro with a curse, he’s compelled to undertake a journey to the haunted land in search of the outlaw necromancer. And if he fails… the very walls of the fortress itself will fall to the blood-crazed undead.

Can Khirro complete his quest in time to save his realm from a brutal end?

Free Dec. 13-17, 2021

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Get Some Sleep

About Get Some Sleep

Sleep, one of the most underrated but effective pillars of health. Good sleep helps you to stay productive, and prevents anxiety, depression, and various other medical conditions. It has the potential to improve your quality of life.
This book will be your ultimate guide for everything related to sleep. It will enlighten you with the science of sleep, its effects, why you should sleep and the art of building good sleeping habits. This book answers some important questions about sleep:

How does sleep actually work?
Why is sleep important for us?
What is sleep apnea and is it treatable?
How to know if you are getting enough quality sleep?
How does lack of sleep affect our life?
Which habits in your life are harming your sleep quality?
What are things you have heard about sleep that are complete nonsense?
How can you develop the habits that are best for sleep?
Compared to other physical processes of the body, the sleep process is elusive and complex. The author does an excellent job in showing you the power of sleep. The book speaks based on a combination of personal experience which is backed by scientific research. This book will be your eye opener and the gateway to a better and healthy life. So grab the book and find the reasons why you should get some sleep.

Are you ready to learn all the secrets of sleep and how you can take full advantage of them all? Hop on board

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Restored to Royalty by Kellie Surratt

About Restored to Royalty by Kellie Surratt

“This is a must-read for all ladies ready for a life transformation. It is not lengthy, however, it is powerful. You’ll want to read, savor, journal, reflect and read again to truly understand His perfect love, peace and restoration he desires for each of us. ❤️”

Lisa-Amazon Review

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Bad Boy Love Affair

About Bad Boy Love Affair

My new assistant is the type of girl to make the naughtiest parts of me wake up.
She’s supposed to be there to help me figure out this new casino I bought.
But instead, I’m ogling her every move and trying to figure out how to buy up all of her assets.
Success can take a back seat to the plans I have for this girl.
Lucky for me, my last name buys me a lot more than I deserve.
I’m a wheeler and dealer, so this casino gig is right up my alley.
It’s all fun and games until I owe a little bit more money than I have on hand.
And of course, my greedy-ass family refuses to help. Typical Bancroft.
The pretty girl I’ve fallen for isn’t willing to give up on me though.
I might be a bad boy, but I’m hers.
She’s quickly learning that to love me is to walk through fire.
Let’s just hope she doesn’t get burned.

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Disruptive Christian Leadership

About Disruptive Christian Leadership

In this relatable book, you’ll learn:

What it means to disrupt your life and why it’s beneficial
The value of living in the present moment
How to utilize a disruptive pause
How to keep God at the center of personal reflection
Why you need to intentionally seek renewal and regeneration
How to pursue refreshment in a chaotic life

Jesus laid out a counter-cultural way of life for believers. Following Christ is inherently disruptive! As believers, we will be at odds with the world because we march to the beat of a different drummer. Embrace Disruptive Christian Leadership through rest, reflection, and regeneration and turn the world upside down.

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Jake and the Secrets of Zenkat: His Superpower Lies Within. It’s Meow or Never! by Korbi Dean

About Jake and the Secrets of Zenkat: His Superpower Lies Within. It’s Meow or Never! by Korbi Dean

Jake could not make himself purr!
Oh, how he tried!
He tried and tried to feel happy and glad!
No matter his efforts, he failed and got mad!

A suspenseful, imaginative quest of a kitten named Jake designed to teach kids how to handle tough situations and work through big feelings.

A beautifully illustrated, engaging story to help parents discuss and guide children through thoughts and feelings like fear, worry, sadness, rejection, anxiety, and anger. Discover how Jake deals with common issues that all kids face around bullying, new places, getting lost, belonging, making new friends, and other challenging situations.

A fun way to help kids learn proven mindfulness and meditation techniques as Jake finds the courage it takes to trust and believe in himself and practices the coping skills of self-awareness, acceptance, staying calm, focusing on his breath, and listening to his heart. Encourages children to overcome challenges, build emotional resilience, develop inner focus, improve self-control and make good choices.

Illustrated & Rhyming. K-YA. 38pgs.

Storyline:
Jake, a small-fry suburban kitten that much prefers to stay in his room, ends up lost and roaming the streets of NYC while trying to avoid the neighborhood bullies. Jake’s quest of finding his way back home leads him through many perils and pitfalls of the city streets and ultimately to a new discovery that helps him find the happiness that’s lost inside himself.

Jake finds a cat hotel up in a tree, meets Zenkat, eats a snack, and enjoys some tea! Zenkat helps with the quest of how not purring is causing Jake such distress and teaches him a meditation technique! What happens next you won’t believe! Zenkat has something special to guide him home on his route as he places a backpack, pushes a button, and mechanical wings pop out. Jake gets to fly home!

Jake practices mindfulness back in his own bed by paying attention to his breath, heartbeat, and the thoughts in his head. Will Jake find happiness instead? Will the impossible occur? Will Jake miraculously start to purr? Jake turns away from the bullies that don’t want to play and finds joy in the most unexpected way!

Spoiler alert: Jake finally begins to purr & even makes a new friend!

Perfect for reading aloud or for readers young and old with bold, vibrant illustration, rhyming wordplay, and more! A great bedtime adventure book too!

“An easy rhyming read! Appeals to all ages. Bold, colorful illustrations. Each page is a masterpiece. Lots of talking points for any age group from K to YA. Basic and advanced vocabulary and structure for challenging development and growth.”
– Amy (Teacher EdD)

“I love it! A wonderful rhyming story with fun alliteration for readers young and old that promotes meaningful conversation about issues all children experience. Great for parents, teachers and counselors. The illustration alone offers engaging discoveries.”
– Heather (Teacher K-5)

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The Trouble with Belonging by Magdalena Stanhoff

About The Trouble with Belonging by Magdalena Stanhoff

When those two kids first met, they transformed each other’s lives. Now they’ll have to find out if the bond between them can survive a catastrophe…and growing up.

New city, again. New language, new school, new people. Another place where he doesn’t belong. Chen Kehuan is a boy adrift: he has no mother, no friends, and no true homeland, and he doesn’t care much for anyone. Until one day that carefree street child appears on his path and turns his life upside down.
Little Niki roams around the city, making things out of nothing and talking to strangers on a whim. She’s stayed out of harm’s way so far, but how long will the good luck hold? And then that older boy who doesn’t even speak her language enters her life and takes it upon himself to completely remake it.
Only, sometimes the best intentions can lead to a disaster. What will Kehuan do when Niki’s world is suddenly torn apart and she disappears without a trace?

Promo price $0.99 from Dec 15-19

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6-Minute Core Strength: Simple Core Exercises to Improve Posture, Build Balance, and Relieve Back Pain

About 6-Minute Core Strength: Simple Core Exercises to Improve Posture, Build Balance, and Relieve Back Pain

Having a strong core can improve posture, relieve aches and pains, prevent falls, and help you feel more capable and confident in your body. 6-Minute Core Strength takes you step-by-step through the simple science of building core strength quickly, safely, and effectively, with little or no equipment.

In this guide, you will learn:

The muscles that make up your core and why they require a different training approach than traditional strength training.

The importance of “core awareness” and “core bracing” during core exercises and most everyday movements, with simple steps to mastering both.

Over 25 of the most effective exercises you can do at home using little or no equipment, including variations to match any fitness level.

Workouts to address specific goals, such as improving posture, building better balance, relieving pain, and more.

6-Minute Core Strength is packed with more than 90 illustrations and 60 videos to help you reach your health and fitness goals. No matter your age, weight, or fitness level, this guide will empower you to move, feel, and live better than you ever have before!

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