This is a poetic walk through the incubation period of a relationship. This is more than a collection of poems; it's an urban love story told through prose. Slow Sippin' showcases the vulnerability of the hardest of characters, yet reaching the audience in a very relatable manner. It will have you delving into your memory banks remembering the feeling of butterflies you got in your stomach when you met that special someone. It'll also tear at the soft side of your being, while exploring the trials and tribulations, the missing him or her factor, as well as the deceit that we often encounter in our quest for love. Each section takes you on an emotional journey, while almost begging you to respond. This is a perfect read for people looking for a fresh approach to topics that are often airbrushed to look pretty. Real situations. Real talk. Real pain. Real pleasure. Raw emotion...Yes love, I'm talking to you.
'His rise testifies to the decline of a whole society.' Jean-Paul Sartre Maupassant's second novel, Bel-Ami (1885) is the story of a ruthlessly ambitious young man (Georges Duroy, christened 'Bel-Ami' by his female admirers) making it to the top in fin-de-siècle Paris. It is a novel about money, sex, and power, set against the background of the politics of the French colonization of North Africa. It explores the dynamics of an urban society uncomfortably close to our own and is a devastating satire of the sleaziness of contemporary journalism. Bel-Ami enjoys the status of an authentic record of the apotheosis of bourgeois capitalism under the Third Republic. But the creative tension between its analysis of modern behaviour and its identifiably late nineteenth-century fabric is one of the reasons why Bel-Ami remains one of the finest French novels of its time, as well as being recognized as Maupassant's greatest achievement as a novelist. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
"Everything was perfect, at least for him. Now even a message notification would cheer him up, which was of no importance to him before. Now he spent most of his time with his cellphone. From being Mr. Attitude of college, he had transformed into a lover boy. This was something he had never witnessed or experienced before. This was a great feeling, a never-ending warmth in his heart. These new happenings made his life heaven; after all, it was first time he was experiencing love. He had friends who were his life and now, he had someone who was more than a friend to him. He was happy about his decision to be in love. His life was in full pace and the little emptiness of his heart had been filled by this girl, his love. She loved him, he loved her... his gang was with him... what was more that he could ask from God? Everything was beyond perfect to him, unimaginable. However, as usual, expiry dates of good things are too short. It has been a fear in his mind before accepting this new track of life. Because he knew that his heart was too vulnerable to break. How long can he go to save his perfect life? It has been a question that haunts him every night before sleep, and soon comes again as he opens his eyes in the morning. But in the end, it is all about Realization of self, which is the only thing matters most in the life, which he was going to witness, which he will experience. What a true man is and what is the value of realization, this story is all about it. "
Five teens, five normal lives become intertwined with the paranormal. As a werewolf, a witch, an angel, a vampire, and a ghost struggle to maintain what humanity they have and to find a way to love their mortal counterparts, a great and ancient evil descends upon the world. Is there hope for their love? Is there hope for the world? Polaris Young Adult Productions, bringing you the finest young adult fantasy, scifi, and paranormal fiction. 1. STAR CROSSED LOVES (The Havenmoor Chronicles Volume One) Five teens, five normal lives suddenly intertwined with more. Werewolves, vampires, ghosts, angels, witches… What happens when normal meets up with paranormal? In this case, hearts beat faster and sparks fly. Polaris Young Adult Productions, bringing you the finest young adult fantasy, scifi, and paranormal fiction. Star Crossed Loves includes the following stories. ETHAN AND THE MOON (A Werewolf Romance) PETYR’S GHOST (A Paranormal Romance) BLOOD AND BREAD (A Paranormal Vampire Romance) ROSEMARY’S ANGEL (A Paranormal Romance) ELLIE’S SPELL (A Paranormal Romance) 2. THE COMING DARKNESS (The Havenmoor Chronicles Volume Two) The witch Ellie, the vampire Julian, the werewolf Ethan, the ghost Petyr, and the angel Malachi are back and there’s more happening in the little town once known as Havenmoor than teenage romance. Dark forces are at work, and Damien Croft, a man with unbelievable grief, is slowly being twisted into a monster. What can the kids do when faced with an unspeakable evil? Can they come together to protect themselves, their town, and maybe the world? The Coming Darkness includes the following stories. ETHAN’S CROSSROADS (A Paranormal Werewolf Romance) KILL MIA COOPER (A Paranormal Romance) VISIONS OF CASSI (A Vampire Romance Story) MALACHI’S REDEMPTION ELLIE AND THE WIND (A Paranormal Romance)
For Karsi'hara Two months felt like forever, especially since becoming aware of her prominent gift. She had chosen to become inconspicuous about what was happening to her because she was only able to access that realm as she slept. Having this ability to travel into another place in time was scary enough, not to mention to be able to see and speak with those in that realm. As she was able to overcome the initial shock her abilities began to sharpen more than she could ever imagine. Meeting Jared and his sister and learning that they had the same gift was amazing; she was floored the first time they spoke to one another. It was mind-blowing because neither of them would ever in a thousand years have comprehended such a thing. Lisa has finally awakened, but Jabali has not. Relatives from both sides of the family have just about put their lives on hold, as well as the Henry's who are now working on their marriage. Tony prepares to head back to Japan along with some of the other family members to find out about Jabali's parents, also needing to understand what exactly the shootout at the O'Hare Airport had been all about, what had made all those mothers decide to risk their lives along with their children in such a dramatic way. Upon his arrival in Japan, Tony will meet with his boss Mr. Yao Yamamoto, who will soon find out some horrifying news as well. Together they will potentially get to the bottom of whatever has been going on right under their noses. You will be able to meet members of Kasi'hara's family while learning about how their love for the father has shaped them into some of the warmest and most magnificent people on this planet, seemingly so unreal that it would almost appear unimaginable that they truly exist, I know you will be able to appreciate how God has guided the hands of his people into becoming extraordinary examples of his love and greatness through their faith hope and love for him. Now Abides: Faith, Hope, Love Book 2 gives you not only a glance into another world but also a taste of whom our father the creator of everything really is. So please sit back and let's get started. As always, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Sincerely, Jerene B. Wright 52
Christian Rookwood, CEO of Rayfield Industries, the largest clothier in North Carolina, was brutally murdered at his plant early one morning. The police found Christian with a large pair of scissors embedded in his chest, laying neatly on a cutting table with his mouth sewn tightly closed. He was the first prominent victim in Raleigh. Then another, and another. Would these murders ever stop? Mike Whitehouse, Times Investigative Reporter, was given the task of solving these crimes when it became apparent the city police were not taking these murders seriously. The beautiful Police Lt Sally Michaels, officer in charge of the Forensic Division, provided Mike with all the privileges of home, but no substantial clues. Each murder was executed flawlessly. The murderer always had access to the buildings, alarms were disengaged, no incriminating fingerprints were found, and no one saw anyone, or anything. Leaders began accusing each other, and even Mike became a suspect. Would he be the next victim, or the next police scapegoat?
After two years, Shula still cant believe her husband, Seth, is gone. In an effort to live again and to feel again, she accepts an offer to counsel women about marriage, love and fulfillment at Namaans, a Christian spa and retreat center designed to meet the spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical needs of women. It all begins with Shulas first week-long retreat, Naked and Unashamed, where she leads four women on a journey, exploring the ins and outs of the big S. Barbaras husband just retired and has finally joined her at home. Shes dreamed of this moment but so far nothings changed. Barb reasons there must be passion after sixty, and shes hoping shell discover ways to spice things up in more ways than adding cayenne pepper to her chicken tetrazzini. Lindsey hopes to boost her confidence as her wedding draws near. Shes done it rightvirgin til I doyet the man she loves took an alternate route. How will Lindsey measure up to Gabriela, the mother of her fiancs son, and how on earth will she fare as a stepmother and new wife? Then theres Savannah, who believes she has the perfect marriage. So why did her husband, Reed, suggest she attend this retreat? Savannahs hoping some new moves in the kitchen and bedroom will solve her problems. But Shulas hoping she can help Savannah uncover the root of her struggles and do what it takes to penetrate the wall that guards her heart. And finally theres Alex. Shes already determined divorce is the answer. She makes six figures, six figures more than her husband, and runs her home single handedly. Shes convinced she really has no need for a husband and wonders why she married him in the first place. This week is her last-ditch effort to salvage her marriage, or at least give the illusion that she gave it her all before giving the loafer the boot. These four very different women united by Shulas unusual therapeutic tactics as well as the amazing staff, services and food at Naamans, make unexpected discoveries about marriage, love, and more importantly, themselves. Surprising truths are revealed, past wounds are healed, and precious relationships are made, all while learning to live freefree of guilt, pain, fear, sorrow, shame, and the lies of the enemyfree to live naked and unashamed.
Lily has never had problems with her mental health. She’s never worried about anything, not even her massive credit card debt or the creditors that insist on calling her daily. But that changes when she gets into a small car crash. Suddenly, Lily is unable to even think about leaving her apartment without having a panic attack. Thankfully, Lily’s two best friends, Autumn and Cora, live down the hall from her. They help her manage day-to-day tasks like walking her blind beagle, Phil, but Lily is still left alone for much of the day. An opportunity for more companionship presents itself when Cora decides to sign up for a dating app and matches with Michael the police officer. Too busy with work to chat with Michael, Cora leaves her phone with Lily during the day so she can talk to Michael while pretending to be Cora. But Lily keeps forgetting she’s meant to be chatting as Cora and keeps telling Michael facts about herself. When Cora and Michael finally meet, there’s confusion, mayhem, and a whole lot of explaining to do. Has Lily taken on too much or can she successfully navigate her mental health and a mistaken identity?
The year is 2087, and Jeremiah Whyte has been given a mission. As the son of the One, he will be sent back in history to change things for the good of mankind. In some cases, he will be called upon to alter a specific event. In others, he must save lives. A chip implanted in his brain will allow him to fit easily into any era, people, or place. With his mission in hand, Jeremiah wakes up in 1863 as Major Trevor Tompkins, a Union soldier during the Battle of Gettysburg. He crosses paths with a nurse in the trenches, Miriam Klark, and it becomes apparent that she is the person he has traveled to save. He must save not only her life but also save her mind from the horrors of war. Despite his secret mission, Trevor becomes personally involved with Miriam. As romantic feelings flourish between them, the battle continues to ragebut Miriam has questions. Trevor must protect her at all costs but keep his identity secret, too. Will she trust him long enough to stay alive, or will she try to escape from the mysterious man she has come to love?
