In the spirit of classic science fiction, Tales from the Puzzle Store takes you to places and times both strange and unexpected. Mac’s career concentrated on absolutes. What he could see, feel and touch. Without his help, Mac’s store rescues those who need help, leaving him to explain the unexplainable. When life upends you, and even when it doesn’t, take a trip to the Puzzle Store. Browse the shelves and see if a puzzle picks you, just as it does in the five original stories first published in this collection. The Tolling Bell The Turbulent Priest The Pirate Puzzle A Woman Who Dared Pieces of Silver Tales from the Puzzle Store ensures you'll never look at jigsaw puzzles the same way again
It’s Holiday Season. In the spirit of classic Science Fiction, Christmas at the Puzzle Store takes you to places strange, but recognizable. Mostly. Whether it’s chasing a fugitive or fleeing the ghosts of the past, everyone ends up at the Puzzle Store as you'll see in these five original stories, first published here: The Ghost of Christmas Maybe On the Feast of Stephen Christmas on the Village Green How Santa Saved Christmas In Royal David’s City Mac’s having a sale. Be careful which puzzles you look at, because you may never see a jigsaw puzzle the same way again.
Retiring to run a beach restaurant let Val keep his sanity. But this is South Florida. Sanity’s in short supply. Cold cases. Favors for friends. Unexpected passion. Follow Val from Palm Beach mansions to pristine golfing properties to the soulless sub-divisions marching into the Everglades. · The Pink Hat Puzzle · The Passover Puzzle · Shaking off the White Monkey · The Dog with the Green Tattoo · The Parrot Plague · The Thief with the White Hand In these six original mysteries from international selling author Richard Freeborn, Val’s busier than he ever was working for the Government.
Jacob fought desperately to save Jerusalem from the Babylonian invaders. Injured and exiled, Jacob now builds a new life among his former enemies in the city of Babylon. An unexpected death forces Jacob to reassess everything he believes. Are his friends being truthful. Are the priests honest, or are darker forces at work in Babylon? Pulling back the layers of lies and half-truths leads Jacob to a shocking last confrontation.
Science fiction has always danced with mystery. After all, anything beyond the moon is unknown. The unknown extends to newly colonized planets, and the nature of humans, and aliens, to commit crimes. Crimes the authorities have no interest in solving. Then you call Rhys. Rhys only works for money. Unless a friend is in need. Rhys always stays inside the law. His law. Other laws, he brushes the lines the way an artist blends color. See how close those lines get in the five original stories first published in this collection. Forbidden Colors A Walk in the Marsh The Death of an Artifact Collector Hunting the Heiress The Balmain Bronze Need help? Call Rhys. Have your wallet ready.
Jacob fought desperately to save Jerusalem from the Babylonian invaders. Now, injured and in exile, Jacob builds a new life among his former enemies in the city of Babylon. A life including Miriam, a raven-haired widow who quickly becomes assistant and partner as Jacob rights injustice in the dark undersides of Babylonian society. Follow Jacob and Miriam's adventures in these stories: Sacred Secrets Temple Justice Next Year in Jerusalem The Judah Code Saving Saul Family Harmony If you love historical mysteries with a dash of romance, Beginnings in Babylon is for you.
Jacob fought desperately to save Jerusalem from the Babylonian invaders. Injured and exiled, Jacob builds a new life among his former enemies in the city of Babylon. As the Babylonians celebrate their New Year, Jacob uncovers a conspiracy threatening the freedom and lives of every one of the Exiles. Uncertain who to trust Jacob unravels the threads of deceit into a compelling climax that saves not just the Exiles, but Jacob himself. If you love historical mysteries with a dash of romance, grab Thieves in the Temple now.
Power comes from knowledge. Knowledge from information. Vatican retains and extends power with information. Vatican is constantly ravenous for more. Vatican sends people like Pinion for information, whatever the cost. From a frozen Swiss winter to summer in Tuscany. Pinion stays one step ahead of the Inquisition, teasing information from the recalcitrant and reluctant for his masters in St. Peter’s. Follow the danger in these five original stories: · The Merisi Manuscript · The Triesen Talks · The Laghi Plans · Passage to London · The Roman Rescue In Pinion’s world, indecision is fatal. Ally or enemy. Which are you?
Whole Foods Market’s Cofounder and CEO for 44 years, John Mackey offers an intimate and provocative account of the rise of this iconic company and the personal and spiritual journey that inspired its remarkable impact. The growth of Whole Foods isn’t just a business success story—it’s the story of a retail, cultural, and dietary revolution that has forever changed the industry and the way we eat. After more than four decades at the helm, John Mackey is ready to share never-before-told tales of the people and passions behind the beloved brand. The Whole Story invites readers on the adventure of building Whole Foods Market: the colorful cast of idealists and foodies who formed the company’s DNA, the many breakthroughs and missteps; the camaraderie and the conflict, and the narrowly avoided disasters. Mackey takes us inside some of the most consequential decisions he had to make and honestly shares his regrets looking back. Beyond the Whole Foods story, Mackey also dives into his: Spiritual journey: from Christianity to New Age mysticism, Eastern wisdom, and life-changing awakenings through psychedelics Political and intellectual development: from countercultural co-op dweller to libertarian and Conscious Capitalist Philosophical and ethical awakenings: especially with regard to animal welfare and the tension between his personal values and industry practices Personal passions: most notably, his love of long-distance, ultra-light backpacking on the great trails of our country and planet For the millions of people who know and love Whole Foods, Mackey’s story is a candid look at the fellowship and meaning born of a shared mission and how an inimitable entrepreneur shepherded a startup hippy food store into the market-leading international brand it is today.
