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When 12-year-old Hannah uncovers an ancient Salish spindle whorl hidden in a cave near her home in Cowichan Bay, she is transported back to a village called Tl'ulpalus, in a time before Europeans had settled in the area. Through the agency of a trickster raven, Hannah befriends Yisella, a young Salish girl, and is welcomed into village life. Here she discovers that the spindle whorl is the prized possession of Yisella's mother, Skeepla, a famous spinner and weaver.

In case you haven’t heard, the Air Fryer is a gadget used to transform cooking into a much easier task. By adding The Air Fryer Bible: Complete Cookbook of Super Easy Recipes for Everyday Meals to your collection, you will be surprised how simple it is to serve meals to your family that not only taste delicious but will improve your general health. Leave the cooking chore to the Air Fryer. You can take the credit for the tasty dishes, and no one has to know how you did it - unless you want to share.

We were always meant to be more than just friends. I’ve been best friends with Foster since I was a kid. I’ve been in love with him for just as long. We’ve always been close. Just not as close as I’d have liked....

Lord Grey Greyson, Viscount Greyson: My father was pressuring me to choose a suitable bride sooner rather than later. I wasn’t averse to the idea and wanted to find a sensible wife, one who would have no illusions about a love match. I could not promise her my heart because it belonged to Theodore, Marquess of Pelton, a man I had been in love with since the first time we kissed. Theodore, Marquess of Pelton: Greyson was my best friend and lover but our desire for each other was forbidden. Both of us came to London to find a wife. Unlike Greyson, I had to contend with the Pelton legacy of ...

Fallen Peak was supposed to be my chance to live my own life. I've been trapped under my parent's careful watch for my entire life and I'm ready to make my own decisions, maybe even make a few mistakes. Like sleeping with Whit Romer. Except sleeping with him is starting to feel less like a mistake and more like the best decision of my life.

When my car breaks down one night, I'm sure that I'm about to be murdered. Isn't that how most horror stories start? Instead, I'm saved by a grumpy giant. Jonah isn't much of a talker, but that's okay because I am. He lets me chatter at him as he takes me home, and when he returns with my car that he fixed the next morning, he instantly becomes my hero. Now I just need to convince him that the curvy girl he rescued is also his perfect match.

In Dragon Burning, the war between the wizards will come to an end. The citizens of Chestnut Circle will have their day of reckoning. And Nick Blake will finally know his destiny. For the Dragon has awakened, and its fire is beyond anyone's control. Craig Shaw Gardner has crafted an adventure for the ages, epic in its scope, stunning in its vision, and brilliant in its originality. An adventure that leaves no doubt that Gardner now resides among the most daring and ambitious authors in the fantasy field.

The people of Chestnut Circle know what it means to fight. The wizard brothers, Nunn and Obar, have brought them from their quiet suburban homes into a world of magnificent magic and devastating war. Now, with loyalties formed and friendships shattered, neighbors battle neighbors. And 17-year-old Nick Blake must once again shed blood for his friends and family.

Hunter West is trying to drive me crazy. He's too cocky, too big, and entirely too pushy. I should tell him to leave me alone but I love sparring with him. I love the way that his eyes light up when I tell him no. I think that I might love him.

What would the story of Snow White be like if the princess was an idiot, the evil queen was completely incompetent, and the dwarves, instead of being happy and silly, were instead super gross and mean? The answer: "Lily White and the Horrible Dwarves", a comedy short story that is so awesome you'll have to listen to it to believe it.

Get ready to swoon for these sexy alpha heroes who are obsessed with their curvy women! Books in this set include: Ruined Fighting Back From Hell Harvey Claiming His Forever His Touch Mine to Protect

These men fight for what they want. Come meet and fall in love with the men of Kings Gym! Books in this set include: Fighting Fire With Fire Fighting Tooth & Nail Fighting Back From Hell Fighting For His Queen

I've seen far too much pain in my life. It comes with being part of the club, but when it affects others in my life I can't bear to watch it unfold. At least, it's what happened years ago. I ended up putting my nose in a situation where I probably shouldn't have. In the end, I lost the greatest love of my life...or so I thought.

Lady Kitty needs a husband. Lord Roscoe needs a wife. Is esteem and mutual respect enough in a marriage of convenience, or will the past rise up and ruin their chance at happiness? Respectable gentlemen tend to steer clear of Lady Kitty Pegler despite her hefty dowry. She has earned the reputation of being disagreeable simply by speaking her mind. Her stepmother has proclaimed that Kitty’s sister can’t marry until Kitty does. With her sister’s fate in her hands, Kitty makes the difficult decision to find a husband. However, after three seasons, she has yet to receive an offer. Until ...

Buddhism is one of the oldest religions in the world but until recently it has been unknown and inaccessible outside of Asia. This book will provide you with an introduction to the history of Buddhism and its teachings and practices. Along with Buddhist philosophies, there are many practices to incorporate into your daily life, such as meditation and mindfulness to help calm your mind, reduce stress, and anxiety. This is a guide to Buddhism for beginners but includes quotes and resources to guide you towards more advanced Buddhist teachings and writing.

Are you a dynamic female executive or women entrepreneur craving proven business growth strategies and leadership success? Do you yearn for a more fulfilling work-life balance? Are you seeking unwavering leadership confidence as you navigate the complexities of life, all while maintaining your holistic well-being (spiritual, physical, and mental)? miarashaw.com. Welcome to 'Success with Saneness.' This transformative personal development podcast is designed exclusively for high-performers who seek to excel in both their professional and personal lives with balance. Each episode features expert...

After years of emotional abuse, Reuben Petteway is a lonely and angry young man. With an IQ in the top 2%, he is also a near-genius. When he is pulled aside and strip searched while waiting to board a flight at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Reuben goes over the edge and his anger turns to rage. Add a synthetic drug known as Spice to the mix and the result is a violent and unpredictable psychotic who will stop at nothing to get his revenge.

Robert Nash is unlucky in love. He is so unlucky in love, in fact, that he has never been with another living person. And that's not about to change any time soon when his latest date is far from living.

In Book 3 in the Dawn of Deception series, author A. R. Shaw delivers another far-too-plausible post-apocalyptic scenario challenging human survival.

Let me take you on a journey - a journey where you can hear my pain. Learn about all the techniques I've tried when dealing with my bouts of depression and self-hatred. Some techniques are actively encouraged by professionals across the world; other techniques (prostitutes, drugs, self-harm) are pretty much frowned upon. The spoilsports. What worked for me and what most certainly didn't! Told with the blackest of humor to keep things fun!