Rumor Going 'Round


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When rumors start circling, Do you walk the other way? Or give them something to talk about? She was the one I always secretly wanted But it was never meant to be, I landed myself in the friend zone. He was my high-school crush, Who grew up into the single sexy dad, Putting his life on the line with every fire he fought. One spin around the dance floor has our friends talking, Wondering if we could get any closer. We blew the rumors off until one day, we really gave them something to talk about.




Rumors


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Rumors may be the oldest medium of mass communication of information or ideas. Even before there were newspapers, radio, or television, rumors communicated by word-of-mouth made and shattered reputations, and set off riots and wars. Yet contrary to predictions, rumors continue to thrive, in spite of and parallel to mass media. What accounts for the puzzling persistence and continuing significance of this little-studied social phenomenon? Jean-No;el Kapferer examines the theory and practice of rumors, focusing on specific areas such as entertainment, criminal behavior, business and finance, and politics. He describes the kinds of conditions that give birth to rumors, why we believe them, and the hidden messages they convey. Kapferer points out that rumors frequently serve useful social purposes and present rich examples. He speculates about how rumors can be controlled, changed, and prevented. Drawing upon contributions of disciplines ranging from psychology to history, and integrating the insights of Europeans with the latest work of American researchers, this is the most comprehensive examination of rumors, gossip, and urban legends yet published. Translated into nine languages, this edition was updated with advances in theory and research since the book's original French publication in 1987. Its brisk, accessible style makes the book of interest to psychologists, economists, political scientists, sociologists, and folklore analysts, as well as the general reader who is curious about the origins of this fascinating social phenomenon.




Drunk Girl


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A NEW STANDALONE title from Samantha Lind in her Lyrics and Love series! NICK Beautiful, broken, and abandoned. The second I see her in my bar, With cover charge stamps plastering her hands, I know what I have to do. Take her home, Get her into bed, Where I know she'll be safe. I do exactly that. Leaving her keys and my number, As I lock the door behind me. She deserves more, So much more. ASHLEY Shattered, vulnerable, and alone, Trapped in a lifetime of hurt, Trying to break the cycle. But he came in, Saved me, From myself, From my circumstances. Showing me compassion, And respect. Proving I am so much more. More than just a pathetic drunk girl.







The Master of Grex


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When Daniel Dereham makes his first appearance in London, it doesn’t take long for English aristocratic tongues to wag with curiosity. Who is this rich, gorgeous mystery man? Lady Anne Sexton needs a wealthy husband to hold onto the Grex estate and restore it to its former glory. If marrying Dereham allows her to stay in her home, then she’ll do what she needs to do. Is it a business arrangement…or potentially the start of something more?




Know Who You Believe


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"Ask any ten people what makes a person a Christian and you'll get ten different answers." So begins Paul E. Little's exploration of a central question of Christianity: can we know God?




THE AMAZING INTERLUDE (Spy Thriller)


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This eBook edition of "The Amazing Interlude" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Sara Lee is a young woman who decides to serve in the Red Cross in Belgium during the Great War taking care of wounded soldiers. She raises a little money and starts a soup kitchen just behind the Belgian trenches. When a young allied spy shows up to ask for help sending message to his headquarters, Sara gets involved in dangerous spy games between bitter enemies.




Harry's War


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In 1941 in war-torn England, thirteen-year-old Harry Lockwood steps off the train and embarks on his new life at Markham College, a boys' boarding school near London. It's a story of war and lost innocence, though also one of loyalty and joy.




Death Pulls the Strings


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In this magical mix-up of fairy tales and murder, Little Red Riding Hood solves the mystery at the heart of Pinocchio . . . What does it mean to be truly “alive?” Red is looking forward to accompanying her boyfriend to a conference in the big city, Brass. Too bad her best friend and magical companion, William, isn’t on board! In fact, William’s been acting strange, and it’s only when he hears of a murder in Brass that he decides to tag along. Along with their friend Officer Thorn, Red and William have been asked to consult as impartial investigators in the death of a city gnome. The problem? It wasn’t only a gnome who died: an enchanted broom was found destroyed as well. To make matters worse, the crime was reported by a young “puppet” who wasn’t taken seriously at first. With each new twist and clue, Red finds herself more tangled up in strings of deceit, magic, and politics. The entire city of Brass is wondering if puppets and magical creatures can act freely–and in the midst of it all, William is preoccupied with a shadowy stranger . . . With each new mystery, Red is willing to learn something new. But this time, what she learns just may be the most elusive quality of all: what it takes to be a real friend!




Vanishing Act


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Eighth-grade sports reporters Susan Carol Anderson and Stevie Thomas reunite at the U.S. Open tennis championships where they investigate the mysterious disappearance of a top Russian player. By the author of Last Shot: A Final Four Mystery.




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