Books that went to press or back to press this week:
REFINER'S FIRE, Sisters in Freedom Series, Vol. 2, by Ann Nolder Heinz
A life in ruins—and a journey of deliverance...Lizzie Hamilton’s life as a pampered belle in the antebellum South is over. Alone and destitute due to the disintegration of her family’s fortunes, she makes the mistake of trusting a handsome but unprincipled professional gamble whose silver-tongued promises lead only to disgrace and virtual servitude.
A life in ruins—and a journey of deliverance...Lizzie Hamilton’s life as a pampered belle in the antebellum South is over. Alone and destitute due to the disintegration of her family’s fortunes, she makes the mistake of trusting a handsome but unprincipled professional gamble whose silver-tongued promises lead only to disgrace and virtual servitude.
A VANISHING BREED, by Tom Ward, Jr.
The story of Medic 1260 continues in the second book of the "Volunteer" series.
The story of Medic 1260 continues in the second book of the "Volunteer" series.
Galleys that went out, are still out, or went out again, this week:
PERIPHERAL VISION, by Joan L. Cannon.
Peripheral Vision suggests to a reader hints of deeper issues than those that comprise the stories themselves. Loss is a recurring theme, but often is approached with sidelong glances rather than only with head-on views.
ROYAL PRINCESS: WIFE AND MOTHER, Royal Hearts of Mondoverde Series, Vol. 1 by Anna Dynowski
Prince Stefano, Crown Prince of Mondoverde, never shirks the
responsibilities attached to his privileged position. Born to reign and
trained from birth, he accepts his life is not his own and does not
complain about his duties to the House of Graziani, at least, not
publically. But now he must wed and produce the next heir to the throne.
Can he find a woman who is willing to take him on, embrace the public
life of a royal princess, and produce the required heir?
DOING DEAD MAN'S TIME, by Matthew L. Schoonover
From the author who brought you the supernatural thrillers of The Arbiter series and the impossible mysteries of The Tornado Man series comes a new tale of supernatural suspense. Phil Talbot is in the here-after, awaiting judgment. He is given the opportunity to come back to the mortal plane and fix the one mistake that changed his supernatural fate. But there are two conditions: he isn’’t to know what that mistake is, and he is not allowed to come back as himself. To add to this, the ‘‘other side’’ gets a hand in helping to decide his fate.
From the author who brought you the supernatural thrillers of The Arbiter series and the impossible mysteries of The Tornado Man series comes a new tale of supernatural suspense. Phil Talbot is in the here-after, awaiting judgment. He is given the opportunity to come back to the mortal plane and fix the one mistake that changed his supernatural fate. But there are two conditions: he isn’’t to know what that mistake is, and he is not allowed to come back as himself. To add to this, the ‘‘other side’’ gets a hand in helping to decide his fate.
ANNALS OF A DANGEROUS HANDYMAN, by Geoff Geauteerre
The tale of Henri Chabron, Canadian, American, commercial mercenary for hire, in the business of personal salvage. The fast-moving story story tells how a child, becoming a man in a world of lies, deceit and betrayal, is still able to preserve his soul.
The tale of Henri Chabron, Canadian, American, commercial mercenary for hire, in the business of personal salvage. The fast-moving story story tells how a child, becoming a man in a world of lies, deceit and betrayal, is still able to preserve his soul.
THE BOY WHO COULD TALK TO ANIMALS: Magic Book Series, Vol. 2, by Evelyn Moll
A young adult story of adventure.
Work began or Continued on the following books:
THE KIDNAPPING OF SEN. ANDY THOMPSON: Adventures on Capital Hill Series, Vol. 2.
THE KIDNAPPING OF SEN. ANDY THOMPSON: Adventures on Capital Hill Series, Vol. 2.
by Celine Rose Mariotti
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to have U.S. Senators who really did their job, got along well, and stood up for what was right? This is not your typical book about politics. It’s the perfect U.S. Senate! Throughout the book, there is an ongoing health care debate. Senators Andy Thompson and Hunt Wagner lead the way with a resolution to try to stop President Robinson and Secretary von Schumann from sending troops to Botswana. But a real adventure begins when Senator Thompson is kidnapped and Brian Travors, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State is suspected of being involved. Senators Hunt Wagner and Darius Clemens head a committee hearing to get to the truth. President Robinson suffers a heart attack and Vice-President Barry Newman takes over temporarily. This book is a real page turner! Read it and you’ll have hope for tomorrow!
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to have U.S. Senators who really did their job, got along well, and stood up for what was right? This is not your typical book about politics. It’s the perfect U.S. Senate! Throughout the book, there is an ongoing health care debate. Senators Andy Thompson and Hunt Wagner lead the way with a resolution to try to stop President Robinson and Secretary von Schumann from sending troops to Botswana. But a real adventure begins when Senator Thompson is kidnapped and Brian Travors, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State is suspected of being involved. Senators Hunt Wagner and Darius Clemens head a committee hearing to get to the truth. President Robinson suffers a heart attack and Vice-President Barry Newman takes over temporarily. This book is a real page turner! Read it and you’ll have hope for tomorrow!
Earthquake in Messina Italy, in the early 20th Century
STORYBOOK II, by Elena Dorothy Bowman
Within the pages of this book are stories that my mother once told me;
of certain incidences that she remembered. But mostly it is compiled of
the memories that were a part of all our lives.
There were happy times and there were sad times. It was a time of struggle, of prosperity, of joblessness, of wondering where the next paycheck would come from. Times when a “breadwinner” didn’t have the money to buy a quart of milk, put bread on the table, or a dime to ride the trolley to work. Even a time when the poor didn’t know they were poor. But always, a family that stood together no matter what problems they were facing.
There were happy times and there were sad times. It was a time of struggle, of prosperity, of joblessness, of wondering where the next paycheck would come from. Times when a “breadwinner” didn’t have the money to buy a quart of milk, put bread on the table, or a dime to ride the trolley to work. Even a time when the poor didn’t know they were poor. But always, a family that stood together no matter what problems they were facing.
THE MURDER OF SEC. JUDD KANE: Adventures on Capital Hill Series, Vol. 2.
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to have U.S. Senators who really did their job, got along well, and stood up for what was right? This is not your typical book about politics. It’s the perfect U.S. Senate! Throughout the book, there is an ongoing health care debate. Senators Andy Thompson and Hunt Wagner lead the way with a resolution to try to stop President Robinson and Secretary von Schumann from sending troops to Botswana. But a real adventure begins when Senator Thompson is kidnapped and Brian Travors, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State is suspected of being involved. Senators Hunt Wagner and Darius Clemens head a committee hearing to get to the truth. President Robinson suffers a heart attack and Vice-President Barry Newman takes over temporarily. This book is a real page turner! Read it and you’ll have hope for tomorrow!
Rev. Castle is back in another cozy mystery.
BLEEDING HEARTS: Killian Kendal Mystery Series, Vol. 1
Winner of the Stonewall Society's 2002 Pride in the Arts Literary Award in the Whodunit Category!
REAP THE WHIRLWIND: Killian Kendall Mystery Series, Vol. 2, by Josh Aterovis.
Suicide, or murder? That's the question in the second Killian Kendall mystery. Will Smith suspects murder when an old childhood pal drowns, and asks his friend Killian for help in solving the mystery.
TRUTH OF YESTERDAY, by Josh Aterovis
ALL LOST THINGS, by Josh Aterovis
CHANGE OF WORLDS, by Josh Aterovis
Jack's News!
by your bookstore cat, gossip columnist, and feline friend.
What an exciting week this has been. Everyone was thankful for everything, especially for family members, including feline ones. Sid's girlfriend Kathy brought us a "big bird" -- at least that's what they said it was, but I never saw a bird that big in my life. I watch them flying around all the time and they are little annoying things that like to steal your hair to put in their nests.
Anyway, Arline cooked the "big bird" and everyone came and ate and but they couldn't fool me! It might smell good, but if it isn't really crunch, then it isn't food a feline fellow could possibly digest.
They did all give me extra treats though, my usual good "Beachside Flavor" kind. So by the end of the day all the feline people in this house were as stuffed as the human ones. I don't know how Big Bird could look so different than he does on TV, anyway. No yellow feathers at all!
No kidding! The silly stories they think I will swallow.
Anyway, Arline cooked the "big bird" and everyone came and ate and but they couldn't fool me! It might smell good, but if it isn't really crunch, then it isn't food a feline fellow could possibly digest.
They did all give me extra treats though, my usual good "Beachside Flavor" kind. So by the end of the day all the feline people in this house were as stuffed as the human ones. I don't know how Big Bird could look so different than he does on TV, anyway. No yellow feathers at all!
No kidding! The silly stories they think I will swallow.
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