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As He gazed upon the Mississippi's gentle flow, he reflected on his turbulent journey. Life had been a crucible where loss and betrayal forged him anew, teaching hard-earned lessons of resilience and empathy. His path to redemption was woven with threads of spiritual awakening, each step away from his past revealing deeper insights into the human condition. Now, standing at the crossroads of his future, he envisioned a life defined not by his past...
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When happiness becomes a weapon, a smile is the kiss of death…You can't always trust what you see on TV. 48-year-old recluse Sarah Sampson knows that. She also knows her father died in The Vietnam War. But when a TV broadcast turns her world upside down, she has to find out for sure.Can she and her K-9 companions survive the horror of the pandemic long enough to learn the truth?Reporter Erica Goldman knows the 'old boy network' at the newspaper...
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ADVERTENCIA AL LECTOR RACIONALEste libro es absolutamente irracional y paródico. En la tapa debería indicar: "No soy una novela normal".La Media HabitaciónDespués de años de ser el conejillo de indias de una misteriosa compañía farmacéutica, Wilson Brown despierta con tres pechos de mujer en su cuerpo.En la búsqueda de una cura, viajará hasta una ciudad perdida en medio del desierto.Allí se encontrará con aviones que se desplazan solo...
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"The Chronicles of Aetheria" is a timeless epic that weaves a tapestry of adventure, bravery, and the enduring strength of unity. Set in the enchanting realm of Aetheria, the story follows the extraordinary journey of Elara and her companions-Kael, Lyra, Seraphina, and Gruff-as they embark on a quest to save their world from the malevolent grasp of the Shadow Sovereign. In a land where ancient magic mingles with the fragrance of blooming flowers and...
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What happens to an oil industry lobbyist when climate change gets personal?
In a world where the devastating effects of climate change can seem inconsequential to the lives of the wealthy, Daniel Lazaro thrives as a powerful Washington lobbyist for the fossil fuel industry. With a dream life on the Guadalupe River, a loving wife and a young daughter, Daniel is blind to the repercussions of his work. But when a flash flood in the Texas Hill Country...
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It's the end of the world as we know it, and we don't feel fine. Mollty Cook wants to escape he island before the volcano blows them all to smithereens. Rowan wants her to come and sight see some bridge, like nothing was happening. How will she escape the old city before the volcano blows? Will there be a seat on the plane in time? Will there be any boats left to leave on? Will all the grabby people leave her alone until she gets to safety? Can she...
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In a world filled with couples, regardless of gender or species, there are always a few misfits that don't quite belong. In this story, there are at least five, if not more, significant misfits that finally create their own Niche, the Loner's Niche, where outgoing narcissists aren't welcomed.The five individual stories that'll be intertwined are as follows. They begin with Kiernan Prawl, and he's an exciting person indeed. While he is entangled in...
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This is a jumping point and prequel for characters Aidyl Sknarf and more than a dozen others who'll return to their respective parallel timelines and dimensions. The only problem they face? The same people who're forcing their bodies into stasis are the same ones trying to ruthlessly manipulate and kill them in those same eras. Now once more being forced into those unpleasant realities, they have to make the choice of surviving in order to bring closure...
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In a world filled with couples, regardless of gender or species, there are always a few misfits that don't quite belong. In this story, there are at least five, if not more, significant misfits that finally create their own Niche, the Loner's Niche, where outgoing narcissists aren't welcomed.The five individual stories that'll be intertwined are as follows. They begin with Kiernan Prawl, and he's an exciting person indeed. While he is entangled in...
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The world is in the midst of an economic depression larger than the Great Depression of the 1930's. Your global logistic company is facing what looks like an inevitable bankruptcy that will cast thousands of your employees out into the financial maelstrom. Is there anything you can do to protect them? Might there even be a way to save the company without losing your soul? Can you survive the Greater Depression? This eBook is a brand-new form of writing...
11) Jesus to Jesus: The Tale of the End Times & Interfaith Harmony, Giving Christians & Jews a New Persp
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"Jesus To Jesus" is a religious fiction narrative that dives into the eternal story of Jesus as represented in Islamic tradition. From his miracle birth to his predicted return. This religious fiction book reveals a new perspective on Jesus' life across two millennia. As the novel goes on, readers get pulled into an engaging religious tale that ends in an epic showdown between Jesus and the Dajjal, exploring faith, prophecy, and conflict between good...
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« Les Enfants de Gaza » est une œuvre littéraire profondément marquante et émouvante qui plonge les lecteurs au cœur de la tragédie humaine qui a secoué la bande de Gaza pendant la guerre, alors que cette région était assiégée par des bombardements aériens, maritimes et terrestres. L'auteur, Benak, poète chevronné à la plume aguerrie et poétique, offre un récit poignant qui révèle la vérité déchirante du peuple gazaoui et l'impact...
13) Hurricane
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With a Category 5 hurricane barreling towards the southeast coast of Florida, Kayla Woodbridge is forced to cut her beach vacation with her children short and return home to prepare for the coming storm. Boone Chadwick, a new friend she met at the beach, isn't as concerned about the impending storm as Kayla is and refuses to heed her warnings to vacate the island. When the causeway bridge, the only road on and off the island, is destroyed after being...
14) About Uncle
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-The debut novel from an exciting young poet-novelist, Rebecca Gisler, translated by Jordan Stump, who has also translated Marie NDiaye, Marie Redonnet, Scholastique Mukasonga, and others. (Kleeman reads everything tr. by Stump)-A pandemic novel-or not? Gisler's world is recognizable but never overbearing. The gently surreal setting, inhabited by strange family members and lots of clutter, recalls recent world events while making them interesting...
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The miscellaneous foursome, otherwise known as Isadora and Vanessa Kin, Isaac's triplets, are in an uproar about the whole shebang and then come to learn that two friends of theirs, with different names and identities than what they're known by in the same school as the two sisters, went missing. Now they're in a dilemma. Do they help, or still refuse, because they hate Kiernan's guts, and why do they hate him?The last two individuals are Ferron and...
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A CONVICTED MURDERER. A TEENAGER ORPHANED BY WILDFIRE.THEIR ONLY CHANCE OF SURVIVAL IS TO WORK TOGETHER. Former Army Ranger and combat field medic Zander Hollis is three years into a 7-year murder sentence. He's up for parole, but someone doesn't want him to get out.While building firebreaks to protect the prison, Zander encounters Willa, a feisty and fiercely independent fourteen-year-old who takes no guff. After a flash burn forces them together,...
17) End of the Line
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It's the End of the Line for FEMA Agent Jaylen Lewis. Celebrating her last day as a firefighter with the Anchorage Fire Department, Jaylen Lewis was looking forward to a whole weekend free – no shifts and no studies – before starting her new job as assistant area manager for Alaska, at the FEMA office in Anchorage. Two days and three nights of fun and relaxation. But as a virus threatens to wipe out the east coast of America, Jaylen is promoted...
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In "Rising Tide: The Rebirth of Ramsey," the third instalment of the "Impact Chronicles"series, we witness the resilience and strength of the coastal town of Ramsey in theaftermath of a devastating storm.As the community grapples with the destruction left in the wake of the storm, Adam andEmily, along with their friends and neighbours, rally together to rebuild their town and restore hope to its residents.From clearing debris and assessing damage...
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Are you prepared for the next disaster? Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, wars, and wildfires can strike at any time, and it's important to be prepared. The Disaster Preparedness Survival Guide: 10 Tips on How to Plan and Prepare for Any Emergency will give you the essential knowledge and tools you need to protect yourself and your loved ones in the event of a disaster. In this book, you'll learn:How to create a disaster preparedness planHow...
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Fire-resistant grass plants are botanical species that possess inherent qualities and adaptive features which enable them to withstand the threat of wildfires and reduce their susceptibility to ignition. While these plants are not impervious to fire, they exhibit characteristics that significantly mitigate the risk of fire propagation, making them vital components of fire-adapted ecosystems and landscapes. One of the defining attributes of fire-resistant...
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