Diamond Eyes Makes His Mark


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Mark Van Buren, nicknamed Diamond Eyes by his loving aunt, is a fourteen-year-old misfit from Michigan who can’t seem to do anything right. When he discovers his father and stepmom plan to ship him to Florida to live with his uncle DJ and aunt Rita, the founders of a cover band, the Ambient Images, he worries he won’t be accepted. But when he fills in to sing one night, he finds himself at the start of a personal journey that will change his life forever, as well as the lives of everyone around him. Various adventures take him on an Alaskan cruise, the Las Vegas desert, an Amish farm, and a crocodile-infested swamp. Through it all he discovers who he is while experiencing the ups and downs of life. Diamond Eyes Makes His Mark is a testament to the trials and tribulations adolescents face in today’s world, such as bullying, suicidal thoughts, loss of a loved one, and sexual identity. Ultimately, it is a tale of faith, endurance, and the power of unconditional love.




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Diamond Eyes


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PI Alo Nudger, at the St Louis airport to pick up a pal, offers his business card to a distraught woman just before an incoming plane blows apart. The next morning she arrives at his office with a wild story about a bomb in an attache case and a fortune in stolen diamonds, and Nudger gets involved because he needs the fee to fend off his greedy, vindictive ex-wife and her sleazy lawyer. Then his new client is tortured and murdered, and when the hard-nosed killers threaten Nudger’s lover and let Nudger know that they are watching his every move, Nudger’s friend and former partner, police detective Jack Hammersmith, offers information and protection. The series has garnered its share of awards. Both What You Don't Know Can Hurt You won a Shamus for Best Private Eye Short Story and Ride the Lightning nabbed an Edgar for Best Short Story in 1985.




First Loves: A First in Series Collection


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A starter pack of first-in series romances from award-winning author, Karina Bliss. With BONUS book. Mr. Imperfect (Lost Boys #1) It takes a funeral to drag bad-boy billionaire Christian Kelly back to his rural New Zealand hometown. Now thanks to an ancient IOU, he’s stuck there trying to save the inheritance of the only woman who ever dumped him. Romantic Book of the Year (RuBY) winner Australia The Soldier’s Wedding (Special Forces #1) Special Forces soldier Dan Jansen has come home from Afghanistan with one objective: to marry Josephine Swann. First he has to convince his childhood friend that their marriage ‘agreement,’ a tipsy scrawl on a beer coaster three years ago, is binding. “Karina Bliss is an excellent writer whose plots are so complex and her characters so realistic that readers are given much more than cookie cutter rehashes of classic stories. Also, her solutions to the problems are unique…” ~Desert Isle Keeper. All About Romance. What The Librarian Did (a ROCK SOLID Romance curtain-raiser) Is Rachel Robinson the only one on campus who doesn’t know who Devin Freedman is? No big deal except that the bad-boy rock star gets a kick out of Rachel’s refusal to worship at his feet. And that seems to have provoked his undivided attention. “Romance readers have a noise we make when we mention a book that’s tremendously good. It’s somewhere between a gasp and a sigh…” ~Smart Bitches, Trashy Books Best Romance BONUS BOOK - Rise (a ROCK SOLID romance #1) Elizabeth Winston is an award-winning biographer with no interest in writing about celebrities. But when she winds up working with gorgeous rock star Zander, the chemistry between them is sizzling hot… When in her life will she get another chance to work with a living legend? But saying yes to one temptation soon leads to another. Suddenly she’s having heated fantasies about her subject, fantasies this blue-eyed devil is only too willing to stoke. “If you like your romance fiction intelligent, intense, and unforgettable, add this one to your must-read list immediately.” ~The Romance Dish




What The Librarian Did


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Is Rachel Robinson the only one on campus who doesn’t know who Devin Freedman is? No big deal except that the bad-boy rock star gets a kick out of Rachel’s refusal to worship at his feet. And that seems to have provoked his undivided attention. Devin, the guy who gave new meaning to the phrase “sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll.” Devin, the guy who somehow becomes wedged between her and the past she’s kept hidden for years. It’s up to the librarian to find out firsthand just how “bad” he really is. Because her secret—and her growing feelings for a man who claims he’s bent on redemption—depend on his turning out to be as good as he seems. Which is really, really good. “Romance readers have a noise we make when we mention a book that’s tremendously good. It’s somewhere between a gasp and a sigh…” ~ Smart Bitches, Trashy Books Best Romance 2010 list posted on Kirkus Reviews “I can’t recommend this book highly enough.” ~ Dear Author “Devin definitely burns up the pages as a sexy man who retains enough of the bad boy to give the story an extra dash of fantasy…” ~ Allaboutromance




The Foot Post


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Take a walk in some tough shoes. Walk the streets of Chicago with the man who owns the street, not by contract or deed but by fighting for the right. When people are killed on his street Cassidy takes responsibility. After a long and unremarkable career someone pushes the wrong button and Cassidy comes alive. Everyone becomes at once suspect and enemy. He has only one friend and she believes in magic dreams. Justice is ultimately served but Cassidy serves it his way. There is nothing in the world more dangerous than a desperate man, except two desperate men. They come together in The Foot Post with unbelievable results.




The Complete Works


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George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll. This edition includes: George MacDonald by Annie Matheson Fantasy Fiction: The Princess and the Goblin The Princess and Curdie Phantastes At the Back of the North Wind The Lost Princess: A Double Story The Day Boy and the Night Girl The Flight of the Shadow Lilith: A Romance Adela Cathcart The Portent and Other Stories Dealings with the Fairies Stephen Archer and Other Tales Realistic Fiction: David Elginbrod (The Tutor's First Love) Alec-Forbes of Howglen (The Maiden's Bequest) Robert Falconer (The Musician's Quest) Ranald Bannerman's Boyhood Wilfrid Cumbermede Gutta Percha Willie St. George and St. Michael Mary Marston (A Daughter's Devotion) Warlock o' Glenwarlock (The Laird's Inheritance) Weighed and Wanting (A Gentlewoman's Choice) What's Mine's Mine (The Highlander's Last Song) Home Again (The Poet's Homecoming) The Elect Lady (The Landlady's Master) A Rough Shaking Heather and Snow (The Peasant Girl's Dream) Salted with Fire (The Minister's Restoration) Far Above Rubies Malcolm The Marquis of Lossie (The Marquis' Secret) Sir Gibbie (The Baronet's Song) Donal Grant (The Shepherd's Castle) Annals of a Quiet Neighbourhood The Seaboard Parish The Vicar's Daughter Thomas Wingfold, Curate (The Curate's Awakening) Paul Faber, Surgeon (The Lady's Confession) There and Back (The Baron's Apprenticeship) The Poetical Works of George MacDonald A Hidden Life and Other Poems A Book of Strife, in the Form of the Diary of an Old Soul Rampolli: Growths from a Long-planted Root Theological Writings: Unspoken Sermons The Miracles of Our Lord The Hope of the Gospel ...




The Complete Works of George MacDonald (Illustrated Edition)


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The Complete Works of George MacDonald (Illustrated Edition) is a comprehensive collection of the renowned author's literary contributions. Known for his fairy tales and fantasy works, MacDonald's writing style is vivid, imaginative, and deeply spiritual, often incorporating Christian themes and allegories. These tales transport readers to fantastical worlds where characters grapple with moral dilemmas and explore the intricacies of human nature, making the collection a captivating and thought-provoking read that resonates with readers of all ages. MacDonald's ability to seamlessly interweave elements of fantasy and allegory results in a unique and enriching reading experience that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. The inclusion of illustrations in this edition enhances the visual experience and brings MacDonald's imaginative worlds to life for readers. The Complete Works of George MacDonald is a must-read for those who appreciate timeless tales that inspire introspection and explore the depths of the human soul.