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July 26, 2017
Only The Dead
Plagued by the horrors of her past, medical student Lydia leaves for the Bien Hoa Provincial Hospital, determined to make a difference. Soon, she is plunged from one savagery to another, cocooned within the damp walls, rotting window screenings, bloodied bodies, and the gruesomeness of her distressing dreams. Back in Australia, Cassie heads a large-scale protest. However, beneath her colorful façade lies a dark and dangerous addiction. When Lydia returns home, her dreams intensify, and she finds solace within the confinement of her apartment, safe from the terrors of the outside world. But how long can she last before her disturbing dreams become reality?
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How I Found my Dad in Texas: DNA Never Lies
This outstanding story is the one of Nordine Mohamedi, who was born in France to a North African mother and an unknown American father. Nordine spent more than half his life looking for his father whose name was the only thing he knew of him. In 2016, at the age of fifty, he eventually found the truth! His father had been dead for a long time, but Nordine, from France, was able to get in touch with his Texan family, whom he was eventually lucky enough to meet in person later on. This journey would indeed be a miracle to which science is not foreign.
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The Second Cup by Sarah Marie Graye
The first novel by London South Bank University postgraduate scholarship holder Sarah Marie Graye, The Second Cup explores how the lives of a group of four friends unravel when one of them discovers her ex has committed suicide.
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July 24, 2017
Kleptomaniac: Who’s Really Robbing God Anyway?
“This book will demystify the subject of Christian tithing which has been a yake of bondage for many christians. A well researched and highly accessible read.” Review By Thabani
KLEPTOMANIAC, Who’s Really Robbing God Anyway is a trek through the pages of the Bible to find the untwisted truth about the centuries-old teachings on tithes and offerings. Every page of this book has information that will make you become an analyst in getting to the bottom line of what tithing is in the Old and New Testament. It takes you on a journey to first define the word tithe and then breaks down the differences between giving and tithing as the Bible instructs. The author attempts to expose what most people believe as fact to bring them to what the Bible actually teaches when it comes to true giving. Are the arguments put forth today about tithing fact or fiction? This book tackles tough questions like, did God ever require a tithe of money? Was the contents of the tithe always money in the Bible? Who is really robbing God today? Did God change the tithe at some point in biblical history? Are first fruits money? Is the tithe food, money or both? Is the church the storehouse? Did Jesus, Paul and the Disciples tithe? Did the early church honor a money tithe system? Are Christians really cursed for not tithing ten percent of their income? These questions will be answered based on scholarship, the land, the language and the literature of the original Biblical people. Not only will questions be answered for those confused about whether or not they are required to pay ten percent of their income to any religious institution, they will learn what the Bible really teaches about money and stewardship. The author meticulously examines the word tithe in both the Hebrew and Greek language. To understand every Bible verse that contains the word tithe, the author gives context and definitive definitions for clarity of the text. This book also explains the concept of giving from a New Testament perspective without the mandate of ten percent and explains why the Apostle Paul never mentioned tithing to any of the New Testament congregations. From Genesis to Revelation, this book is about how to properly interpret biblical terms to arrive at the proper interpretation of a biblical text that refers to money or tithing. Because there are pros and cons about tithing, the author examines both tithing and non-tithing theological camps and presents analysis and conclusions so that the reader can make an informed choice as to how they will give in the future. Since money is vital in every part of society and the church, this book spends a considerable amount of time detailing how money was used in the Bible to help readers know the difference between tithes and money. The tithing phenomenon has been around for centuries and this book is an expose’ into the how the current doctrine came into existence and who the culprits were who played a major role in what churches teach today. Whether you agree or disagree with tithing as a viable doctrine, KLEPTOMANIAC is a back to the past look at Israel’s history and how they practiced tithing in a theocracy. This book also questions how tithing practices of today affect people financially and how those practices are unlike tithing practices of yesterday. Not only does this book challenge the accepted definitions of the tithe, it also questions the sustainability of the current practices, especially when economic times get tough for people who may not be able to give much. From the very beginning to the end of the book, everything is supported by Scripture and research. You will know from the onset why the author, Dr. Frank Chase Jr., wrote the book and learn about his personal story of what happened as a result of embracing New Covenant giving principles from the New Testament. Not only does the book cover the Old Testament tithe, it also unveils what the New Testament teaches about giving by analyzing some of the epistles of Apostle Paul concerning his views and instructions on charitable giving.
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Enlightened Teaching: Elevating Through Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Enlightened Teaching: Elevating Through Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is an educational philosophy that incorporates mindfulness in the school setting. Enlightened Teaching follows the ideas of Dr. Shefali Tsabary presented in her book The Conscious Parent in an effort to awaken the consciousness of individuals who work with students. Instrumental in developing mindful is the recognition that many students are suffering from emotional wounds. As laid out by Dr. Joseph Hendershott in his book Reaching the Wounded Student emotional wounds prohibit students from reaching their true potential. Enlightened Teaching has established Noble Truths in Teaching and a path that leads to enlightenment in teaching. This path includes mindfulness, understanding, compassion, discipline, and guidance. The philosophy integrates the theories of Dr. Abraham Maslow, Dr. Erik Erikson, Dr. Benjamin Bloom, Dr. Jean Piaget, and Dr. Howard Gardner commonly taught in teacher preparation programs and applies them in a practical, cohesive way. Theories are applied to help teachers become mindful of themselves and their students to help students reach self-actualization and teachers transcendence by recognizing the spiritual side of all.
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July 22, 2017
From An Office Window
The word ‘why’ tormented Chloe Livingston, baker of Camden Bake Shop, relentlessly since her husband, Jake, vanished on that snowy night two years ago. Did he die on that mountain? Life turned miserable until Mitchell Terrison, the new detective of Knox County, walked into her life. Mitchell falls head-over-heels in love and hopes he can prove Chloe’s husband is dead. Those possibilities fell by the wayside when one of Mitchell’s employees found an overlooked note written by Jake. Chloe’s hopes were renewed and Mitchell’s blown to smithereens. Chloe hopelessly loves, overcomes guilt, and is desperately determined to find the truth.
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July 20, 2017
The French Secret
If you’re a devotee of historical fiction, then you will fall in love with this beautifully written novel. The French Secret is a highly entertaining family saga which gives a very finely detailed and well-depicted portrayal of pre and post-war France, Britain, and the USA. When young Clara leaves her parents in Preston and goes to live with her aunt, uncle and cousin in Brittany, her life takes a turn for the better. She quickly adapts to the French culture, works hard at her family’s bar and bakes for the local patisserie. When not working, she has a close circle of friends to call on and carves out an enviable life for any young girl. So it is little wonder she wants to remain in Brittany when her stay comes to an end three months later. Thankfully, she doesn’t return to the UK and her story takes on a new drama and depth that neither she nor her family could have ever predicted. With the onset of World War II, the arrival of Nazis in the village, British Intelligence connections, and a rollercoaster of emotions, young Clara quickly has some growing up to do. And when she becomes a mother, and a wife to an abusive husband, it seems that she is headed for tragedy. Will Clara ever find the happiness she deserves? Will she ever return home to see her parents? Will she be marred by tragedy forever? Find out all this and much, much more, in this gripping, romantic historical novel.
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The Fishining School
This story takes place on Lake Tate, a private lake community in rural Sylacauga, Alabama.
The Fishining School is an advanced finishing school known for its outstanding curriculum of survival tactics for young fish residing in Lake Tate.
Zig and Zag Fynn, young perch twins are known as pranksters and get in to a lot of trouble.
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King of Swords
A fiercely independent spinster who desperately needs assistance . . .
Lady Cassandra Gardner will inherit fifty thousand pounds when she turns thirty—and just in time. She has a special purpose for her money, one no man could understand. But when her brother the duke tries to cheat her out of her fortune, she has no choice but to accept the help of the man who shattered her heart years ago.
A gallant nobleman who can’t resist rescuing a damsel in distress . . .
Lord William Poniard is looking for a wife, but the last woman he should consider marrying is his archenemy’s sister, the woman who hates him with a vengeance. Yet, when she is compromised by her brother’s nefarious scheme, he sees an opportunity not only to rescue the lady by marrying her but also to exact revenge on the duke for his past betrayal.
Will she accept his offer of help and at what cost?
Despite the long-standing animosity between Cassandra and William, sparks fly when their attraction to one another ignites into a passion neither saw coming. Will one night of rapture unite them or drive them apart? Can she forget past wounds and let him back into her heart? And can he convince her that she is the only woman he wants?
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Spiritual Songs: Letters From My Chest
This is a prayer book for all race, color, and religion. May all unite for there is one Creator and we are the creation. This book contains 100 prayers and is not affiliated with any religion. May this be an inspirational friend throughout your journey of life.
Songs are the sweetest energy of life. They bring to union all race, color, and religion. A song for me is also a prayer, a spiritual awakening where my love for all humans comes to life. Through this, we the creation unitedly can call upon our Creator without any religious affiliation, where peace, harmony, and bliss exist. Nothing more. Nothing less. Here, a Christian, a Muslim, a Jew, a Hindu, a religious individual, or one with no faith at all can unite in a heartfelt song we sing together while keeping our own faith and including all humans as the children of The Creator. Let us the judged not be The Judge. Every day, I repent for the unknown sins of the mind, body, and soul. I pray for all humans to be just friends, to be just nice to each other. May our actions not ruin a day for a neighbor or a stranger because we choose our own way of life. May our paths, even though different they may be, create a bond of humanity amongst all the humans.
These thoughts came pouring down onto my lap as I was gifted with blessed dreams from Heavens above. I believe in dreams as they have guided me throughout my life. Some dreams I have shared with others and some I have kept within my soul. I have kept a diary of my dreams as they have been remarkable as time passed by me. Never had I thought I would share them publicly. I have followed my dreams as I know dreams are just that, dreams, until we convert them into reality. So, I have now taken my dreams and created a prayer book for all race, color, and religion. May this book be the bridge of mercy uniting all humans and give back to us the basic moral value called humanity. So, from my chest I give you, “Spiritual Songs: Letters From My Chest.”
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