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The Yellow Wallpaper is a short story by American writer Charlotte Perkins Gilman. This semi-autobiographical story was first published in January 1892 in The New England Magazine. In this story, which was written after a severe bout of postpartum depression, Charlotte gives us a disturbing and surreal view of the deterioration of a woman's mental health and her descent into psychosis from her depression.

Piper Robbin and the American Oz Maker is an adult fantasy that takes one of world's favorite tales and transforms it into a dark and epic landscape few can escape much less understand. Imagine Potter meets Avengers in Emerald city and you're getting close. After a magical hostile from Orion falls to Earth and proceeds to play cat-and-mouse with the human race, the 21st century's greatest sorcerers create a network of seven Oz-like city worlds designed to protect everyone from the alien entity. But the alien is far more powerful than anyone suspected.

One thousand years ago, the Towers on the Isle of Wisdom were beacons of hope. Originally started to train sorcerers, clerics, and warriors to protect the Athanasian Realm, the Towers gave the people a sense of security against the enemies in the Tenebrosity Realm. But when the original Tower members left, that peace was shattered, and now, the Towers have fallen into a state of decline. Now run by the Merila, the Mahatma, the Towers are not what they used to be.

When one of the Synod's shadow wraiths arrives on Oracle Briana Spurrier’s doorstep offering the answer to her prayers, she’s willing to defy both Zyne law and cosmic order to strike a bargain with him. But the journey will take her to the far reaches of the globe and into a spellbound forest that is the lair of an ancient enchantress.

Heartbroken, carrying a bag of antique coins and the heavy burden of her aunt's untimely death, Emily leaves the world of time travel and her beloved husband, Dell, behind. It doesn't take long for her youth, beauty, and valuable coins to assist her in finding a new life in the Italian nightclub scene of the 1980s. Regardless of which time she is occupying, however, Emily cannot escape her past or forgive herself for the lives she ruined. So when that past finds her, Emily must choose between her new life and an uncertain future with the loved ones she abandoned.

Dalton thought he had left his bad boy past behind him. Unfortunately, small towns - and the people in them - have long memories. Especially when there are secrets nobody wants dug up. Returning to Midas, Arizona was the last thing Dalton wanted. Given no choice, he is determined to find the truth once and for all. What he didn't expect to find was a woman like Colleen McNamara.

Determined in his quest to bring peace between Normal and Mutah compounds, Yulen D'Jacques accepts an invitation for him and Atty to attend a summit conference in the distant westerly province of Corado. If the long trip isn't dangerous enough, they face an onslaught of illness and disease, as well as creatures they've never before encountered. Worse, once they arrive at Rocky Gorge compound, they discover a plot that will shatter their lives and their love.

Ashe Mathison has always been the even keeled member of The Ryder Hart Band. Unlike his friends, he had a stable childhood. In order to follow his dream, Ash had to walk away from his family with nothing but a few dollars in his pocket, a guitar slung over his back, and a driving ambition to be the best. Belle Richards seems to have the perfect life. What else could she ask for? How about love? Or passion. For Ashe and Belle, passion, once tasted, is impossible to ignore. But is that all there is? Can they have a future when their lives are so different?

Zoe Hart knows who she is. Sister, friend. And lead guitar player for The Ryder Hart Band. A childhood filled with all-to-real monsters and the uncertainty of foster homes left her no choice but to grow up fast. To survive, she built a wall that over time has grown higher - thicker. Only her closest friends get to see behind her mask. And even they don’t know all her secrets. Zoe doesn't need a man in her life to make it better. She doesn't need a man. Period. Especially a cocky, charming rock star who is used to women falling at his feet.

Far too often, teachers and administrators are adversaries within a school or district and display a mutual distrust and disrespect for each other's perspectives. Yet when this dissonance can be overcome, the result is a more harmonious school environment that promotes student achievement. In Lead Like a Teacher, instructional specialist Miriam Plotinsky urges secondary school administrators to lead more effectively by actively listening to teachers and welcoming their expertise.

Single mother Lily Brentwood yearns to leave small town life behind and start again with her young daughter in Chicago. The bright city lights promise an escape from the ex who dismissed her dreams and broke her heart. But when her car breaks down outside the sleepy town of Port Landon, she is stranded miles from Chicago and reliant on the generosity of local mechanic Jason Forrester. A single parent too, Jason turns out to be handsome, funny...and bearing bad news – the car repairs will take longer than expected. Lily has no choice but to stay.

Sophia appears to have it all - money, the right boyfriends, designer clothes, and expensive cars. But nothing good in her life ever lasts, and the sooner she can distance herself from it...the better. Behind her affluent, shallow lifestyle and fake friends, the real Sophia lies hidden in a dark world she’s fought her whole life to escape. A place she’s kept secret, until now.

Just Give Me a Soft Place to Land is a poignant story of life’s journeys, struggles, and triumphs; leaving the listener anxious to travel with each woman. The story will endear the listener to the women as the narrative gives credence to the power of love and friendship. If you enjoy books by Elizabeth Berg, Luanne Rice, or Elin Hildebrand, you’ll enjoy this; ideal for any book club discussion.

Psychotherapist and author Faith Freed (LMFT) believes that therapy benefits anyone brave and wise enough to begin. In this down-to-earth book, she shares her first-hand knowledge and clinical experience to send you off with confidence. Starting Therapy is an easy-to-listen-to guide for anyone new to therapy or eager to learn more about it. It makes sense that you’d want to know what you’re signing up for before your first session. This book answers your questions before you hit the couch.

Grace Wilson is tired of men using her smarts, social position, or her father's status for their personal gain. It's time for a new philosophy: Test. Screw. Dump. But after she meets Luke, she's not sure she'll be able to walk away. Not only is he sexy and charming, but he's survived every tests she puts him through. But can she trust a guy who seems too good to be true?

When Janice Gale is offered a job as a housekeeper at a country place near Pine Cone, she is grateful and looking forward to finally attaining some stability and peace. The last thing Janice expects is to become involved in the search for stolen Russian jewels. To further complicate matters, Janice finds herself dangerously attracted to Paul Dabney, the charming and suspicious houseguest.

Natalie Lane has never been in love. Twelve years after her father’s premature passing, she’s still caring for her heartbroken mother. Determined to avoid a similar future, Natalie focuses on her therapy practice instead of romance. But when a man claiming to be a ghost enters her office, a man only she can see, she realizes that her overworked mind might need a rest.

The moment he steps off the boat and into his hometown of Salem, Nathanial Abbot knows the rumors about Salem are indeed true. For in the two years since he's left Salem—disowned by his family and seeking a fortune of his own—the town has changed. It is dark with discord and suspicion . . . and accusations of witchcraft. Now all that remains for him is the woman he's never forgotten. But Faith Downing isn't happy to see Nathanial.

Kelley Pederson, a brash newspaper reporter, is about to have her life turned upside down when she begins to suffer nightmares, waking to find physical evidence that her body seems to be borrowed while she sleeps. Haley begins to question her sanity as she begins to have visions of her long dead mother calling her. Diane Taylor had been Kelley's best friend since college, as well as on again off again roommate. Diane begins to worry about Kelley's sanity - after all, it did run in the family.

Three racist cops plan a takeover of the city of Chicago. The plan has been gestating since they were recruited in high school. They need one more recruit Philip Black, a part of their academy unit section. When his life is struck by tragedy, the cabal moves in a recruits him. If he accepts, he will be part of the takeover. If he declines, he will be "taken care of".