Unlikely Angel
Unlikely Angel

Author: Lydia R. Hamessley

Publisher: University of Illinois Press

Published: 2020-10-12

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 0252052404

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Dolly Parton's success as a performer and pop culture phenomenon has overshadowed her achievements as a songwriter. But she sees herself as a songwriter first, and with good reason. Parton's compositions like "I Will Always Love You" and "Jolene" have become American standards with an impact far beyond country music. Lydia R. Hamessley's expert analysis and Parton’s characteristically straightforward input inform this comprehensive look at the process, influences, and themes that have shaped the superstar's songwriting artistry. Hamessley reveals how Parton’s loving, hardscrabble childhood in the Smoky Mountains provided the musical language, rhythms, and memories of old-time music that resonate in so many of her songs. Hamessley further provides an understanding of how Parton combines her cultural and musical heritage with an artisan’s sense of craft and design to compose eloquent, painfully honest, and gripping songs about women's lives, poverty, heartbreak, inspiration, and love. Filled with insights on hit songs and less familiar gems, Unlikely Angel covers the full arc of Dolly Parton's career and offers an unprecedented look at the creative force behind the image.

Cold Fact, Hot Stories (NEW)
Cold Fact, Hot Stories (NEW)

Author: Rebecca Tochterman

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2016-03-23

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1329994744

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A collection of short stories and poetry by Maine College of Art's Creative Writing class.

Author: Beth Huffman

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2010-05

Total Pages: 135

ISBN-13: 1426933177

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"Run, Amy, Run!" is written in memory of Amy, an inspirational young woman who refused to give in to cystic fibrosis, a ravaging disease that invaded her lungs at birth. By God's grace and Amy's determined spirit, her life span and quality of life far exceeded her doctors' expectations. "Run, Amy Run!" is also a love story. Amy chose this Bible verse from Corinthians 13:13 to be shared during her wedding ceremony: "And now abideth faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love." These words became the foundations of Amy's marriage and life. When confronted with one physical battle after another, her unwavering faith and hope prevailed. Amy's greatest ally, though, was love. Given to and received from her family and friends, it was love that ultimately led her to victory. Perhaps you've heard the expression that life should not be measured by the number of breaths we take, but rather by the number of moments that take our breath away. Amy experienced the truth of these poignant words her entire life. She gathered the strength to breathe each day and fought the disease that dictated how many breaths she would finally take.

The Birds of Kaua'i
The Birds of Kaua'i

Author: Jim Denny

Publisher: University of Hawaii Press

Published: 1999-10-31

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13: 9780824820978

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Kaua'i is the place for birdwatching in Hawai'i. Let The Birds of Kauai be your guide! Written in an appealing, informal style, The Birds of Kaua'i offers readers an enjoyable look at the avifauna of Hawai'i's oldest island. Two of the most important and impressive sites for birdwatching in the State are located on Kaua'i: Kilauea National Wildlife Refuge and Alaka'i Wilderness Preserve. Kilauea, on the island's windward shore, boasts substantial populations of seabirds, which can be viewed up close; Alaka'i is the most pristine native rain forest in the Islands and until two short decades ago its valleys still echoed with the songs of every native bird historically known to reside there. Today many species continue to thrive in the lush ancient forest. Superbly illustrated with more than 80 color photographs, The Birds of Kauai covers every avian species that can be seen on the Garden Island. The author's knowledge and enthusiasm are evident on each page as he describes native forest birds, seabirds, alien birds, and migratory visitors. One of world's rarest birds is the Kaua'i 'O'o, the victim of predation and extensive changes to its environment. These and other threats to the Island's fragile bird populations are discussed.

Spoon to be Dead
Spoon to be Dead

Author: Dana Mentink

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2023-10-31

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13: 1728231620

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"Mentink has designed a story that will keep the reader wondering, and then knowing, and then wondering again, as the suspects and victims keep changing places." — New York Journal of Books A murder for the holidays is about to shake things up! Trinidad Jones is starting the festive season with sugary confections and a heaping scoop of worry as her shake shop enters its first Oregon winter. With snow abound and tourists trickling through, she'll do anything to keep her milkshake dreams afloat, even if it means catering a holiday steamboat party for some new arrivals in town. But when her good-for-nothing ex crashes through her shop's door claiming he's being charged with murder, things go sideways. With clues piling up like whipped cream on a sundae and motives abound, Trinidad and her fellow ex-wives must solve this murder before she's finally thrown for a scoop. The third book in the Shake Shop Mysteries following Trinidad Jones who makes sweet confections and solves sticky situations in her small town!

Notebooks
Notebooks

Author: Margaret Rose Thornton

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 868

ISBN-13: 9780300116823

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Meticulously edited and annotated, Tennessee Williams's notebooks follow his growth as a writer from his undergraduate days to the publication and production of his most famous plays, from his drug addiction and drunkenness to the heights of his literary accomplishments.

Amnon: Sins of the Firstborn (A Biblical Story of Lust, Betrayal, and Vengeance)
Amnon: Sins of the Firstborn (A Biblical Story of Lust, Betrayal, and Vengeance)

Author: JOHN JAMES SEKOH

Publisher: JOHN JAMES SEKOH ABEKAH

Published: 2024-09-19

Total Pages: 74

ISBN-13:

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In the heart of King David’s palace, beneath the glittering crown and royal robes, lies a tale of dark desires, bitter betrayal, and devastating vengeance. Amnon, the king’s firstborn, is consumed by an uncontrollable lust for his beautiful half-sister Tamar. His obsession leads to a horrific act of violence that shatters the fragile peace within the royal family. As Tamar’s world falls apart, her brother Absalom seethes with rage, plotting a revenge that will not only tear the family apart but also shake the very foundations of the kingdom. "Amnon: Sins of the Firstborn" is a gripping retelling of one of the Bible’s most tragic stories—a tale of unchecked desire, the thirst for power, and the heavy price of vengeance. As the characters wrestle with their inner demons and the consequences of their actions, this novel explores the timeless themes of justice, redemption, and the far-reaching impact of sin. Perfect for readers of historical and biblical fiction, this powerful narrative will transport you to the ancient world of Israel, where the sins of the firstborn echo through the halls of power, leaving a legacy of pain and brokenness.

Fossegrim
Fossegrim

Author: Mary E. Twomey

Publisher: Mary E. Twomey, LLC

Published: 2015-06-08

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13:

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When trusting the wrong person can get you locked up, Lucy isn't sure where to turn. With half the team left behind or assumed dead, Lucy, Jamie and Foss sail to Fossegrim, a land where Foss is one of the four most powerful men, and Lucy is blonde chum for slave-traders, thieves and the like. Keeping her head down is the least of Lucy’s concerns when she gets thrown with other abductees and put up for auction. With her guardian gnome MIA, Lucy has to learn to work with the one person who hates her most, leading her to make dark decisions she never would have considered. Foss takes Lucy through the dangerous parts of his land as they fight with and for each other. The angry Fossegrim sacrifices much, hoping the woman he despises will somehow prove herself worthy of fighting by his side. Fossegrim is book three in a nine-part fantasy romance series written by USA Today Bestselling Author Mary E. Twomey.  Google Subjects: paranormal romance, Scandinavian folklore, fairytales, myths and legends, fairy tales, young adult, YA, high school, paranormal, romance, paranormal books, YA paranormal fantasy, YA paranormal romance series, series or anthology, magic, coming of age, epic fantasy series, YA magic, fantasy and magic, YA coming of age, YA ebook, ebook, YA high school romance, YA teen, teen book, YA urban fantasy, YA shifters, YA shifter romance, scandinavian folklore 101, garden gnomes, urban fantasy series, teen magic, YA paranormal fantasy, YA ebooks, YA books, YA trilogy, YA urban fantasy romance, teen and young adult books, teen books for girls in high school, teen love triangle, paranormal, paranormal fantasy, young adult urban fantasy, young adult fantasy, young adult teen, young adult witches, young adult witch romance, young adult fantasy and magic, fantasy romance, free first in series

Tides of Light
Tides of Light

Author: Gregory Benford

Publisher: Hachette+ORM

Published: 2009-09-09

Total Pages: 360

ISBN-13: 0446565512

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Now in a new, revised edition, the fourth book of the Nebula Award-winning author's Galactic Center series is a classic tale of man's future and fate--and the greatest mystery from outer space that humanity has ever encountered. Piloting an ancient starship, Killeen and the Bishop tribe escape the mech-ruled world of Snowglade. Seeking refuge on a far away planet, they discover vast wonders-an organic life-form as large as a world, a planet-coring cosmic string, a community of humans ruled by a brutal tyrant, and ultimately an alien race more awesome than any they have encountered. As they battle for survival against these myriad dangers, Killeen and his crew will gain an unforeseen ally-one that may determine humanity's true destiny...