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Nothing brings family together like crime.
Working alone as a private investigator is tough. Estranged from her PI family, Margo Angelhart does what she must to get by—including taking on sordid cases that pay the bills, even if she'd rather be helping those the justice system has failed.
That is, until a cheating husband case she's working intersects with her siblings' corporate espionage investigation, forcing Margo to cooperate with the Angelhart...
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From the moment Peg arrives in Kentucky, dragging level-headed Rose along for the week-long excursion proves a smart move. Because after she brings her canine expertise to prestigious conformation shows, next on the agenda is selling her Thoroughbred broodmare's offspring at a high-stakes yearling sale. And when the ladies arrive to meet the young horse at Six Oaks farm, something seems off about the place-especially Jim Grable, the yearling manager...
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Relative Love is a heart-rending story of loss and love, covering one year in the lives of the Harrison family, a sprawling clan doing their best to hold together in the face of a changing world. The story opens as the Harrisons gather for Christmas at their big country house. But, when tragedy strikes, of the most unforeseeable and devastating kind, they are torn apart. Harsh truths emerge, about the past as well as the present, laying bare the fragility...
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The Wright Retreat is an irresistible celebration of story, friendship, and the astonishing power of connection. Sylvia Drummond Wright needs to escape. A Toronto-based, Giller-longlisted novelist who's been married thirty years, she secretly buys a dilapidated old lodge in New Brunswick and plans to move there with her grandmother and her disabled adult daughter.
But her husband, Kent, takes over and, capitalizing on his wife's success, turns the...
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God's people are meant to be a blessing to others. Yet in the Scriptures, throughout history, and in our own times we too often see the people of God causing harm to people on the margins. Rather than caring for the widowed and the orphaned or loving the sojourner, too often we see abuse of power that breaks spirits and inflicts lasting harm.
For anyone who has felt left out or pushed out of the church, Othered is your invitation to find spiritual...
6) Elsewhere
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A psychologically gripping novel of estranged sisters, deep secrets, and tense twists from "an elegant and thrilling new voice" (Emma Jane Unsworth, author of Animals).
At the height of summer, two sisters reunite at a remote cottage. They've long been distant from each other, literally as well as emotionally: Anna is a free-spirited wanderer and Catherine is career-focused and settled in one place. So, some tension is not surprising, but it rapidly...
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The Opt-Out Family unveils compelling research and startling insights from Erin Loechner's experiences as a social media trailblazer and former influencer, as well as practical and creative ways to transform your family's relationship with today's ever-evolving technology.
Discover a new and hopeful path forward as you consider your family's approach to social media, screen time, and technology.
We've all heard the mind-boggling statistics about...
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When it comes to our personal well-being, success is often more dangerous than failure. As we try to fulfill others' expectations, we deplete our time, energy, and enthusiasm and end up feeling wrung out or burned out, sometimes even flaming out in spectacular ways. It may feel like the solution is just to quit--our jobs, our passions, our ministries--but there is a way to pour into others and take care of ourselves.
Sharing the dramatic, true,...
9) Save Me
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Tragedy separated them.
Now he’s her only hope.
Hunter Gray and Lainie Mayes were each other’s first, last and only love. Until tragedy and their feuding families drove them apart. Eleven years vanish when Hunter learns that Lainie has gone missing in the Colorado mountains. Now the former army pilot must pull off his most perilous mission. Can he rescue Lainie and uncover the truth before the woman he loves is once again lost to him…this...
10) Rancher's Law
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A Texas detective and his former neighbor reunite in this heartfelt romance novel from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer.
One night in his arms changes everything...
For Amelia Rose Grayson, there was only ever one love: Cal Hollister. When Cal, a police captain, is wounded, she's there for him and helps nurse him back to health. After he shrugs off their undeniable chemistry, Amelia knows she needs to cut all her old ties. She escapes...
11) Dead End
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Tough and brilliant FBI special agent 30-year-old Kelsey Hawk is relocated to the desolate and unforgiving landscape of small-town North Dakota, to which she'd vowed to never return, when a series of ritualistic murders upends the peaceful land. Kelsey must navigate secrets and threats to stop the killer, but at what cost?
When she was just a child, Kelsey's entire family was murdered, leaving her, the sole survivor, to grow up in the foster system....
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There isn't one way to listen. It's time to adapt your listening!
#1 New Release in Running Meetings & Presentations and Human Resources & Personnel Management
Not just another book on communication. Adaptive Listening helps you up-level the under-trained side of communication amidst the realities of a hectic workday. Researched and tested exclusively in the work setting, Adaptive Listening moves you beyond active listening, embracing easy-to-remember...
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A busy and hectic life can profoundly affect your ability to get a good night's rest. And it's even more difficult to feel relaxed when you stay awake worrying that you won't fall asleep. This vicious circle can quickly rob you of your quality of life, which is why it is so important to seek the most effective treatment for your insomnia.
This workbook uses cognitive behavior therapy, which has been shown to work as well as sleep medications and...
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His son is in danger.
And only one investigator and her K-9 can rescue him.
Two years after his wife's death, ex-marine Carlos Ruiz isn't looking for romance. But then army vet and security expert Natalie Rodriguez and her incredible K-9 walk into his life in the Everglades. Before long, the purely professional relationship turns all too personal, especially once Carlos's little boy goes missing. Now, as they follow the K-9's every lead, uncovering...
15) 1916
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In the tumultuous year of 1916, amidst the horrors of World War I, a group of extraordinary writers gather to capture the complexities of a nation on the brink of change. Sherwood Anderson, Willa Cather, and Edgar Lee Masters, among others, weave a tapestry of stories that explore the human condition in the face of adversity. From the trenches of Europe to the bustling streets of Chicago, these literary giants delve into themes of love, loss, and...
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Emery thought she had seen it all when she moved to Reykjavik to join the Northern Lights Genome Project, but when she finds Dr. Carson Payne badly hurt on a table in one of the medical labs, her curiosity is piqued. Little does she know, this man holds the key to unlocking a world she never could have imagined.
Mason thought he was dead when he was shot protecting his twin brother and his mate, but when he wakes up on a table in the enemy's...
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Journey through the annals of American history, as told through the evocative verses of renowned poets. "Poems of American History, The Period of Growth" captures the spirit of a nation's formative years, from the Pilgrims' arrival to the westward expansion. With contributions from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, John Greenleaf Whittier, and other literary luminaries, this anthology paints a vivid tapestry of triumphs, struggles, and the indomitable spirit...
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In the realm of love, where hearts intertwine, Ella Wheeler Wilcox's "The Kingdom of Love" beckons you on an enchanting journey. This timeless classic explores the myriad facets of love, from its tender beginnings to its enduring strength. Through lyrical prose and poignant insights, Wilcox paints a vivid tapestry of emotions, revealing the transformative power of love to heal, inspire, and unite souls. Prepare to be captivated by this literary masterpiece...
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The colorful true adventures of an unexpected "pot-star" turned cannabis CEO in the new Wild West of California's green rush.
Don't give anyone your real name.
Never say anything to your loved ones.
Always have a full tank of gas, a jump starter, and an alibi.
The year is 2008, and the green rush is taking root in Humboldt County, California. Born and raised in this "Emerald Triangle" famous for its natural beauty and perfect cannabis-growing...
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Texas ranger Chick Bowdrie is sent to Kimble, Texas to investigate a bank robbery in which the banker was tortured and killed, and in which the thieves vanished without leaving tracks.
Louis L'Amour (1908-1988) was a prolific writer of novels and short stories, usually frontier stories of the American West. Book sale estimates of 230 million and 330 million rank L'Amour among the bestselling authors in world history. L'Amour's fiction continues to...