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Deep Roots, Dark Forests explores the unseen, the unnoticed, and the uncared for in our lives. It's the simple everyday things that are the most fascinating - the flowers, the forest, the decaying architecture in an old Southern town. It's the silent, quick blooms of an azalea, the big, pure magnolia blossoms, and the wide roots of a live oak that capture the attention here.

In the U.S., many of the most significant social justice victories of our time have been spearheaded by women of color leaders. From the streets, to the ballot box, to elected office, no other demographic group stands up more consistently and unequivocally for human rights, democracy, and the planet. Remarkably, they’ve accomplished this despite conditions—in their fields and organizations—that make leadership uniquely treacherous for them. For women of color leaders, the game is rigged. How much more could humanity be winning if we unrigged it?

Granny Pig is throwing a dinosaur party and Peppa and George are invited! Will they have a roaring good time? Find out in this audiobook based on the hit TV show!

One stormy night with my biggest enemy, and I’m diving head-first into a secret, forbidden romance. The next thing I know, I’m pregnant, and just like that, everything has to change. In the small town of Asheville, the Hawthorne-Whitfield feud runs as deep as the Blue Ridge Mountains. I never expected a storm to leave me stranded with my biggest enemy–Jack Hawthorne. As a Whitfield, my family loyalty runs deep, but so does desire. He’s brooding, damaged, and completely off-limits, yet I can’t stay away. As rumors and lies escalate, Jack pushes me away, tearing us apart. Yet life ...

This new guide to plotting and planning romantic fiction demonstrates creative strategies for using your own personality and experiences to create powerful characters who evoke strong emotions in both you as the writer, and your audiences.... Whatever kind of romance you want to write, and whether romance is the primary focus of your story or a sub-plot for your mystery, science fiction, fantasy, historical or futuristic novel - the 21st century is calling on you to create a story with characters readers can believe in; characters who are emotionally and psychologically true.

Dobson, just one of those names anyone who's anyone in London knows. Elizabeth and her brother James have it all: the clubs, the money, the high life. But after the sudden death of their parents the only thing they really have is each other, and that's the way they're both determined things are going to stay. With help from Michael, James' best friend, it's the way it stays for a while, but time and the violent side of their nocturnal profession are against them at every turn.

In this audiobook collection, you will find a variety of characters, mail order brides and husbands, who find their soon-to-be significant other in a variety of ways, but always with the involvement of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Please enjoy this labor of love!

Überlegst Du Dir eine Wachtel anzuschaffen? Fragst Du Dich, ob eine Wachtelhaltung mit viel Aufwand verbunden ist? Willst Du wissen, wie Du Deiner Wachtel ein perfektes Zuhause bieten kannst? Erlerne die Grundlagen der Wachtelhaltung. Sichere Dir noch heute das Hörbuch und erfahre, wie Du Deiner Wachtel ein glückliches Leben bescheren kannst.

One unexpected reunion with the feisty girl next door, and now I'm playing fiancé. I never expected to see this blast from the past wander into one of my bakery chains wreaking havoc with my staff. She used to be the girl I argued with over backyard fences, but now, Wanda is a breathtaking woman with a past that haunts her. Fascinated by the woman she’s become, I can't resist inviting her to an upcoming business gala. But when her abusive ex resurfaces, I propose a fake engagement to keep her safe—forcing us into close quarters. As past enemies turn into lovers, I’m captivated by ...

Oath-bound to the arrogant Erith in exchange for her life, Arrow just wants her freedom. Then the Erith set her one last task, perhaps the most difficult she has ever faced; investigate the sudden death of a high-ranking shape-changer, the Erith's ancient enemies. The shape-changers believe the Erith are guilty of murder. And Arrow is in the middle of potential new war between the old enemies. Not only is her freedom at risk, but so is her life. It will take all of her training and skill with magic to live long enough to uncover the truth in time to avert a bloodbath.

El síndrome del copiloto es una adaptación del Best-Seller Mujeres que compran flores de Vanessa Montfort, y heredera del espíritu de El viejo y el mar, La Odisea y Cinco horas con Mario. Parte de su éxito se debe a haber puesto nombre a un síndrome heredado contra el que la, actualmente, la generación de mujeres que vive bajo la presión de la perfección está luchando. Marina, una mujer sola en medio del Mediterráneo, se encuentra sobre el Peter Pan, el velero de Óscar – su amor fallecido -, sobre el que no sabe navegar. Ésta deberá cumplir con el último deseo de éste: cruzar el Estrecho y arrojar sus cenizas en Tánger.

C'est un grand jour pour Evy. Enfin elle intègre l'équipe des cheerleaders de sa nouvelle université ! Elle qui excelle dans cette discipline a cependant un problème de taille : elle déteste les basketteurs. Arrogants, queutards et sans cervelle, voilà ce qu’elle pense d’eux. Néanmoins, sa rencontre avec Iksander, le capitaine des Demon Deacons, pourrait bien mettre à mal ses préjugés. Il faut dire que physiquement, il coche toutes les cases. Rien à redire de ce côté-là, il est très séduisant et indubitablement attirant. Juste, dommage qu'il soit sportif.

From a Hong Kong movie idol fleeing a sex scandal to an obedient daughter turned Stanford pretender, from a Chinatown elder summoned to his village to a Korean American pastor with a secret agenda, the characters in the collection illustrate the conflict between self and society, tradition and change. In "What We Have Is What We Need", winner of the Atlantic's Student Writing Contest, a boy from Mexico reunites with his parents in San Francisco. When he suspects his mother has found love elsewhere, he fights to keep his family together.

The Cowboy's Mail Order Bride: A Prostitute's Chance at Love tells the story of Ester, a former prostitute from New York who gets a second chance at life and love. She responds to a mail order bride advertisement and meets Henry Harris, a strong cowboy who lives with his young son on a large ranch. After spending much time with the man and his loving son, Ester is soon proposed to. It is then she realizes that she must reveal her past life and transgressions to the unsuspecting man.

Join two best friends, Vanessa and Julie as they talk about their favorite things: books—from reviews and deep-dives, to navigating the book world and being unapologetically true to yourself. Good times are ahead, and all are welcome.

Welcome to "The IBVB Show - Freedom Talks Series," where hosts Isabel Badell and Vanessa Black take you on an intimate journey through their lives as partners in love, life, and business.Isabel & Vanessa are dynamic entrepreneurs and partners in multiple successful ventures. With a shared passion for personal growth, business, and helping others achieve their personal and financial goals, they are committed to empowering the collective to live a life of freedom—whatever that means for them. As women who are part of the LGBTQ+ and Hispanic communities, they bring a unique perspective to their...

This novelette by Vanessa Carvo contains powerful Christian influences, love, family and other related themes meant to make you smile! Mail Order Bride: The Cowboy's Pregnant Widow is about a woman who responds to a mail order bride advertisement and travels to meet her hopeful cowboy in California. Along the way she encounters a man who assaults her and leaves her dejected and with child.

In the treacherous and uncertain era of war, a haunting secret propels Union spy Hattie Logan deeper into her clandestine work. As her feelings for Lieutenant John Elliott become increasingly entangled, she embarks on a resolute journey to prove her worth on her own terms. Teamed up with former Confederate spy Mollie Pitman, Hattie challenges the authority of the men in charge, persistently cautioning against placing trust in Mollie. But as Hattie dares to peel back the layers of a perilous conspiracy aimed at hijacking a ferry and raiding a Lake Erie island prison, her own loyalties are ...

Mail Order Bride: The Amish Widow and the Cowboy Father tells the beautiful story about two people brought together by the Lord’s divine plan. Sadie was an Amish beauty who was to be married to an older man whom she did not love. Having been a widow she knew what true love felt like, and this was not it. After coming into town to pick up goods for her family, Sadie is led by God to read a mail order bride advertisement.

Eat Your Spanish is an interactive Spanish learning podcast for kids and families!