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Crown of Ashes

A witch with forbidden power. A fae warrior torn by duty. A bond that could unite—or destroy—an entire realm.After the events of Marked by Thorns, Seren Elowen finds herself at the heart of a storm she never meant to start. Now a symbol of rebellion in the fae realm, her very presence threatens Queen Ilyra’s fragile rule. Seren’s magic is changing—growing beyond her control—and the realm is watching.Kael Thornhart was trained to hate witches. Now he’s bound to one by ancient magic and a bond that cuts deeper than any blade. But when whispers of betrayal echo through the Hollow Court, Kael must decide if his loyalty lies with his blood... or his heart.As political unrest de...
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Marked by Thorns

A cursed witch. A ruthless fae general. A magical bond that could ignite a war—or spark a love that defies every rule.Seren Elowen has lived her entire life in hiding, suppressing the dangerous magic tied to a forbidden bloodline. But when she's kidnapped by fae soldiers and taken across the veil into a realm of treacherous beauty, her world shatters. There, she learns a devastating truth: she’s magically bonded to Kael Thornhart, the fae general leading the war against witches.Kael is cold, disciplined, and lethal. Seren is everything he was taught to hate. Yet the bond between them crackles with power—and something far more dangerous than magic.As enemies close in and secrets unravel...
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From Problem to Profession

What if the key to starting your own successful business was hiding in plain sight—inside a frustrating, everyday problem?In From Problem to Profession, Richard Erschik shares the true story of how he turned a single overlooked problem in the trade show industry into a $10+ million company—without tech, investors, employees, or hype. In this book, he hands you the blueprint to do the same.This is not another get-rich-quick scheme or startup fantasy. It’s a cloneable, common-sense strategy for spotting real-world problems, solving them simply, and turning your solution into a profession. With humor, humility, and hard-earned wisdom, Rich walks you through every step—from idea, to inco...
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The Truth I Must Invent

The Truth I Must Invent is a collection of narrative and philosophical poems written in free-verse style. Employing a minimalistic approach and whimsical language, Francis DiClemente explores the themes of self, identity, loneliness, memory, existence, family, parenthood, disability, gratitude, and compassion.The Truth I Must Invent examines the conflicting web of emotions all adults face and the truths that lie in between. This poetic collection peels away the layers of our individual and universal experiences, delving into our innermost thoughts with a voice that speaks to the collective.The work suggests that even in our darkest moments, joy and contentment can be found through resilience...
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Poecabulary

Poecabulary is a minimalist poetry collection that blurs the line between vocabulary and verse. Words appear in unexpected pairings, creating connections that surprise, challenge, and invite reflection. Each combination is a deliberate act of linguistic play, where alliteration, sound, appearance, randomness, rhyme, and meaning collide.The author explores how similar or opposing words interact, encouraging readers to discover their interpretations and associations. Both a playful exercise and a meditation on language, Poecabulary celebrates the power and flexibility of words.This collection will resonate with language lovers, poetry enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how words shape meani...
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Janet Does Everything: A Poetical Hodgepodge for Children, Adults and the Undecided

Janet Does Everything: A Poetical Hodgepodge for Children, Adults and the Undecided is an eclectic collection of verse in the tradition of such rhymesters as Lewis Carroll, Edward Lear and W. S. Gilbert. Subjects range from the remarkable Janet (who does everything) to Vlad the Impaler (really!) to chihuahuas encountering alien spacecraft to ravenous tigers and Old Testament prophets on vacation.Not enough? You’ll also find political and cultural critiques (sometimes brutal, but always softened by humor) and a touch of pure surrealism. Looking for overblown bogus Shakespearean verse? That’s here, too.Janet Does Everything is the work of Van Evan Fuller, who (through some remarkable coinc...
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Adventures in space and fiction fantasy

Book 6. - Adventures in space and fiction fantasy- Four short stories.

An odd ancient artefact that travels to unique destinations. Stealing it from a cave, will the new owner command the universe? Peaceful people invaded by an oppressive evil race of beings. Nevertheless, are they at risk? An irregular spheroid is discovered. Will the discovery blow your mind? A bullying corporate director searches for a mystical substance. Will he survive?

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Upriver

NCIS Special Agent Linus Schag is no stranger to violence and bloodshed, but when he’s sent to Iraq to take custody of two Navy SEALs suspected of murder, he finds himself thrust into a manmade inferno as coalition forces fight to free northern Iraq from the Islamic extremist group called ISIS.The explosion of an IED allows the SEALs, suspected of killing a fellow commando, to escape and flee up the Tigris River in a stolen Navy patrol boat. Schag pursues the SEALs in another boat assisted by an Army criminal investigator, a vengeful Iraqi interpreter, and a hostile Navy boat crew. Facing danger at each bend in the river, Schag and his companions endure ambushes, firefights, and friendly f...
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The Fourth Rising

Winner of three awards for best mystery thriller!On May 8, 1945, WWII in Europe ended with Germany’s surrender. But did the Nazi Party itself surrender? Some say no.1943: A German ship moors in a clandestine anchorage in western Mexico with a cargo of gold intended to bribe the Mexican government into declaring war on the United States. When the attempt fails, the German vessel flees leaving its gold buried somewhere along the coast of the Sea of Cortés.1997: The horrific murder of an old flame’s husband sets former war correspondent Peter Brandt on the hunt for the hidden Nazi treasure. The search takes him down a bloody trail leading from the drug cartels of Mexico to a neo-Nazi train...
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Codename Parsifal: A WWII Thriller

Named Best Military Thriller of 2023 by BestThrillers.Finalist, War & Military, 2023 Foreword Reviews Book AwardsFinalist, 2023 Hemingway Award for War FictionFinalist, 2023 Readers Favorite Award for Military FictionThe Spear of Destiny. The Roman Legionnaire's lance that pierced Christ's body as he hung on the cross.Legend claims whomever possesses it will become a great conqueror. But if they lose it, they will lose everything—including their lives.Shortly before WWII, Hitler stole the spear from a museum in Vienna. In the last weeks of the European war, he lost it. General George Patton orders an American OSS team to find the spear and recover it. Unknown to the Americans, both the...
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No Hill to Die On

A brother lost to war. A shocking claim. A deadly truth.Former war correspondent Peter Brandt’s childhood innocence died the day his older brother, Keith, died in Vietnam. Now, a quarter of a century later, Keith’s former fiancée, Rhonda White, comes back into Peter’s life with an incredible claim—Keith may still be alive.Twenty-four hours later, police find Rhonda’s body floating in San Diego Bay. Is it murder or suicide?Rhonda’s death and her claim about Peter’s brother set him on an investigation ranging from the beaches and foothills of Southern California to the mountains of Costa Rica. The deeper he digs, the more mysteries he finds: Marines who fought alongside Keith do...
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The Cavalier

When Emilia Ashley stepped off of the passenger ship that had brought her back to Philadelphia from a London finishing school, she had no idea that her entire world was going to be turned upside down. Her mother, a renowned madam of a Philadelphia brothel and the wealthy Mister Sinclaire were killed in an accident while traveling together. Emily stands to inherit a fortune, but there are stipulations to her inheritance that must be met within a year’s time or she will get nothing.Dillon Sinclaire can’t possibly allow Emily to get her hands on one of his father’s most profitable investments. He hires a Pinkerton detective to track her down in order to expose her as the daughter of a mad...
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You Can't Rush Friendships

Meet Magbean, a bubbly little bean with big ideas and even bigger feelings. When Magbean spots a quiet new bean named Magbroccoli, he's eager to become instant best friends. But things don’t go quite as planned …In this sweet and funny story about patience, empathy, and understanding, Magbean learns that real friendships take time and that being kind is the best place to start.Set on the colourful shores of Beanpie Island, You Can’t Rush Friendships is the first book in the Magbean!™ series, celebrating diversity, emotional resilience, and the magic of growing at your own pace.Perfect for ages 4–9, this gentle tale is ideal for helping kids navigate social cues, respect boundaries,...
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The Witch of the Glen: The Journey Continues

Seth McFarland has found a female he adores.
Hester Hughes is everything he ever wanted in a woman.
The lovely redhead sparks his imagination and
heats his loins with passion.
The Viking warrior has waited a long time.
They will get their happily-ever-after...finally.
Or...will they.
Obstacle after obstacle keeps cropping up.
Was this union truly meant to be?

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As Time Goes By: Conclusion

Grace finds herself alone in the world, out of her comfort zone, having to get by on her instincts and guile. It seems like she is back to square one in her life. Starting fresh, with no prospects, no friends, and no one to turn to any longer.She feels abandoned by the Fates, facing an uncertain future which holds little in the way of happiness or contentment.Grace is stronger than she thinks. Grace is a survivor. She now religiously guards her heart, builds walls to hide behind, and refuses to allow any person into that solitary existence where she finds a measure of security.Life goes on for Grace Morgan. Only problem there? It seems to be a dark and lonely place where heartache is her onl...
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