The Twinkle in Her Eye


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About the Book Gwendolyn is every man’s dream turned nightmare. But although she is beautiful, charming, and seemingly normal by all accounts, every man who encounters Gwen meets his own deadly demise. When the police start investigating the horrible crime scenes, they discover there’s more to them than meets the eye. Besides trying to solve the crimes, they are also attempting to solve the mystery of who this Gwen woman really is. Could she, in fact, have had something to do with them? About the Author David A. DiPesa is a pianist, writer, and avid concertgoer. He currently lives in Massachusetts with his green cheek conure, Kiwi.




A Twinkle in Her Eye


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Another Twinkle in the Eye


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Another Twinkle in the Eye is an essential guide for anyone contemplating another pregnancy after perinatal mental illness. The decision to bring a child into the world is rarely one that is taken lightly. When a previous pregnancy and early parenthood has resulted in poor maternal and/or paternal perinatal mental health, making a conscious decision to have another baby can be even more challenging. This unique book provides facts, resources, and discussion points to support people in making informed and comfortable decisions. It is also an essential resource for health professionals who support or are involved in the decision-making process of couples planning another pregnancy. The author combines personal experience with real-life stories from other parents. Also included are contributions from healthcare professionals. The book offers comprehensive coverage across five key areas: Reflection on the previous pregnancy, miscarriage or stillbirth, Decisions to be made when considering another pregnancy, Ways to plan for and to have a healthier experience, The role of healthcare professionals and facilities, and Self-help and complementary techniques for good mental health in the perinatal period.




With a Twinkle in My Eye


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Eyes Without Sparkle


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One day you will feel better... Eyes without Sparkle is a powerful medical autobiography describing the journey followed by the author into, through, and out of puerperal psychosis, the most severe form of postnatal depression. With vivid and intimate descriptions of events and the author’s feelings, this is the only book offering a single first-hand account of postnatal illness. The book serves as an inspiration for anyone suffering from or involved with a depressive illness. For health and social care professionals it is a reflective guide to learning from patients’ experiences, and the examples of positive and negative aspects of treatment can inform mental health services and policies.




Voices of Determination


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Voices of Determination tells the stories of ten children who overcame extraordinarily difficult circumstances to get an education and end the cycle of generational poverty. It debunks the myth that children are victims of circumstance. In this moving work, Kevin P. Chavous argues that children can and will succeed if the educational system provides them with the opportunity to learn. Many of these narratives depict public schools at their worst. Chavous argues that poor communities routinely hire inexperienced teachers, lack resources, and pass kids along until they drop out. Once out of school, these youngsters quickly find out that they are unprepared for the job market. This, he claims, leads many young people to drift into anti-social behavior and turn to gangs, drugs, and unproductive lifestyles. In addition the narratives in this volume also address such social issues as immigration, bad neighborhoods, poor health care, addiction, and child abuse. Chavous highlights how hope for a better future enabled the children whose stories make up this volume to achieve a better life. There are potential challenges at every stage of a child's development and the adults around them need to be nearby and ready to act effectively. Chavous concludes that the need to strengthen families and to rebuild surrounding communities should be the top priorities for society as a whole.




The Garden


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Wasco has created a family story rich with southern ambiance. The strength of her characters and how they relate to each other gives this novel it's uniqueness. As you read, you become but an observer. You'll begin to experience the overwhelming vacuum the Second World War created. Loneliness, fear, survival and hardships. All united but separate as each family experiences daily life on their own. Your invited to share their life in rural Alabama during the intense war years after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Learn about one young mother and wife, as she plans for an unknown future. Share in her trials and dreams. Does she achieve her dream, or will circumstances be her undoing. Spend some time. Share their lives, breathe in the country air, linger a while, and become part of the past.




Escape from the Iris Village


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This work is broken into my life phases. The first is my very early life in Chillicothe, Texas through high school in Colorado City, Texas. The second includes my time in the U.S Marine Corps when I met my wife Sally. The third is a period at Texas A&M University while Sally and I were raising a family. The fourth and last phase covers more recent adventures. I did not start writing poetry until after Jack Turner's funeral in Phoenix, Arizona, so all of the poems are memories of events and times.




OBSESSION


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Tessa knew that she deserved the fate that had befallen her. The decision to run away from a father who hated her and a marriage she wanted no part of was entirely hers. Certainly the outcome was her responsibility. So why did she keep trying to escape her life? Had she not learned that her master's control was absolute? Escape would never be possible. And yet, when a trip across the ocean presented an unlikely opportunity, she didn't hesitate. But was Tessa reaching too far? Was redemption impossible? Even as a child Trey understood that there was no law to protect a slave against the whims of a white man. So there would be no justice for his family unless he took matters into his own hands. As an adult Trey swore that there would be nothing that would keep Baron Henley safe from his revenge. But even well laid plans could go awry. Particularly when his attention was diverted to the bewildering, raven-haired beauty he impulsively abducted.




First Times in Trout Creek: Books 8-10


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This collection contains books eight, nine, and ten of First Times in Trout Creek—a steamy, small town instalove romance series about hot mountain men and the curvy women they fall for. If you love small towns, instalove, strong protective guys who do anything for the women they love, curvy women, and high heat short stories, then this collection will be right up your alley: Taught by the Tattoo Artist I’m quickly becoming the most sought-after tattoo artist in the area, and I’m determined to make it big. Nothing can distract me from reaching my goal—until Roxy walks into my tattoo shop. She’s all curves, smiles, and innocence. There’s only one problem. I’m twelve years her senior, so we shouldn’t get involved. But then she asks me to be her fake date for a reunion, and I can’t possibly resist. Taught by the Rock Star Life as a rock star comes with a lot of perks. Fame. Fans. Fortune. I have everything I’ve ever wished for, except for one thing. Someone to share it with. But then I meet Willow. She doesn’t even know I’m famous and accepts me as I am. I want her. I need her. But how can I be with her without knowing if I can keep her safe from gossipy journalists and ruthless paparazzi? Taught by the Bodyguard After receiving death threats from a psycho stalker, I’m assigned a new bodyguard until the police catch the perp. I have to stay with Storm twenty-four seven, in a remote cabin in the mountains of the small town I grew up in. I should be happy it’s only for a few weeks, but having him as my protector stirs something in me that I haven’t felt before—and never want to be without.