in the heart of the brahmaputra and other stories

Beyond the Picket Fence: And Other Short Stories by Lori

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Wick, Lori, PUBLISHER: Harvest House Publishers, Love flourishes in these contemporary tales of gentle romance. From camping in the wilds to Christmas at Disneyland to the "woman next door, " readers will be drawn into the lives of Wick's characters as they share their faith and devotion. Finding a "first" love, discovering the power of forgiveness, learning to love again, and reveling in the innocence and joy of children fill the pages of Beyond the Picket Fence. An uplifting, delightful journey, these heartwarming stories are sure to captivate and inspire readers.

My Favorite Bible Stories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mitter, Matt / Cox, Steve, PUBLISHER: Kregel Kidzone, What might the garden of Eden have looked like? How many people did Jesus feed with just two fish and five loaves of bread? Brilliant illustrations bring six Bible stories to life in eye-popping detail: The Creation, Noah and the Ark, Baby Moses, the Feeding of the Five Thousand, the Parable of the Lost Sheep, and Palm Sunday. Busy scenes and more than 175 labeled people and objects will keep kids looking and learning as they soak in the details of their beloved Bible stories.

Great Opera Stories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Harwood, Jeremy, PUBLISHER: Booksales, The stories of the great operas along with the history of the opera and the great performers who sung them.

The Collected Raffles Stories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hornug, E. W. / Hornung, E. W. / Bloom, Clive, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, This entertaining collection of crime stories presents the adventures of one of fiction's most enduring characters, the hyper-elegant A.J. Raffles, man-about-town, thief, and "finest slow bowler of his generation." With his partner in crime, Bunny Manders, Raffles preys on the rich, the greedy, and the unspeakably vulgar. His talents are exercised not only in London, but as far afield as Italy, Australia, and South Africa at the height of the Boer War. Throughout these exciting yarns the emphasis on panache, with intensifying suggestions of fallibility, goes to the heart of late Victorian attitudes and values.

The Ghosts of Charleston

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Macy, Edward / Buxton, Julian, PUBLISHER: Beaufort Books, Charleston, SC is one of the most haunted cities in North America. Buxton and Macy tell chilling stories about the ghosts that inhabit Charleston's historical buildings. Timeless legends and recent accounts of spirits abound in this long-awaited book. Stories include: the Gentleman Ghost and Headless torso of the Battery Carriage House Inn, the despairing ghost in the beautiful Aiken-Rhett House, the tragic death of a young doctor and his return to a house on Church Street, and the ghost car on the imposing Cooper River Bridge, among many others. These are the stories behind the haunts of the Holy City.

Children of the Dusk: Conclusion of the Madagascar Trilogy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Berliner, Janet, PUBLISHER: White Wolf Games Studio, The stories we tell are not limited to monsters and harsh otherworlds. Yet the fiction books in the Borealis imprint certainly belong to a world other than our own. This line encompasses our science fiction, fantasy and horror novels and anthologies.

Patricia

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hill, Grace Livingston, PUBLISHER: Living Books, From childhood they had a special love for each other. Could Patricia and John ever find each other again? Grace Livingston Hill is the beloved author of more than 100 books. Read and enjoyed by millions, her wholesome stories contain adventure, romance, and the heartwarming triumphs of people faced with the problems of life and love.

Chupacabras and Other Mysteries

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Corrales, Scott / Davenport, Marc, PUBLISHER: Greenleaf Publications (TN), A veteran bilingual researcher answers the public outcry for information about the "goat sucker" that has mutilated animals and terrorized the residents of Puerto Rico and other countries around the Gulf of Mexico. The author also shares his research findings about UFO encounters, government cover-ups, shape shifters, Bigfoot, and other mysteries of the region. Contains photo section, notes, bibliography, index.

The Everything Christmas Book: Stories, Songs, Food,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Adams Media, PUBLISHER: Adams Media Corporation, The Everything "RM" Christmas Book has it all There are party ideas, stories and poems, customs and traditions, gift ideas, and a history of Christmas around the world. From the tradition of mistletoe to The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, from the lyrics of favorite carols to the date of the tree-lighting at the White House, The Everything Christmas Book is a classic to share with family and friends:

Jonah, the Whale and the Vine

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Arnsteen, Katy Keck, PUBLISHER: Pauline Books & Media, These Bible stories show the power of faith and love. The artwork recaptures the beauty of medieval illuminated manuscripts.

Poseys Spurs: Only One Man Was Tough Enough to Wear

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Greagor, Howard / Greager, Howard E., PUBLISHER: Western Reflections Publishing Company, Howard Greager's collection of true short stories adds another valuable insight to western outlaw history. Howard Greager, who is the author of four other historical books, spent two years documenting and researching these new stories from the old West. Many of the stories from Posey's Spurs come directly from the families of the men involved.

A Study in Scarlet

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Doyle, Arthur Conan / Edwards, Owen / Edwards, Dudley, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, The first of the Sherlock Holmes stories, this was also the first of Conan Doyle's books to be published. In this fascinating and exciting tale, the two towering creations of detective fiction--Holmes, the master of the science of detection, and Watson, his faithful companion--make their auspicious debut. The two detectives are immediately in fine form as Holmes plucks the solution to the mystery from the heart of Victorian London.

The Story of the Bible

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pingry, Patricia A., PUBLISHER: Ideals Publications, This spectacular volume spans the time from the pyramids to the present day. Here are the stories of the writing of Genesis and Joshua, the times and tribulations of the prophets, the songs and Psalms of David, the story of the wisest man in the world, Solomon, and accounts of the fall of Judea and Israel. There is the triumphant story of Jesus Christ and His apostles, from the twelve to Luke and Paul, perhaps the most influential man in the history of Christianity. But the story doesn't stop there. There is the account of the Gutenberg press that changed Bible making forever, the story of Jerome, Wyckliff, and Tyndale, who suffered for their work. And finally, this story of the Bible ends with the making of what has been called the greatest literary achievement in the world, The Authorized King James Version of .

The Good Land: Stories of Saskatchewan People

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Wilson, Peter / Wilson, Peter, PUBLISHER: Fitzhenry & Whiteside, Saskatchewan is filled with people who have ignored the world's values and expectations and lived their lives, in their own way, on the land they love. The Good Land tells their stories - the stories of the many dreamers, inventors, immigrants, hermits, farmers, and artists who call Saskatchewan their home.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Cookbook

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Canfield, Jack / Von Welanetz Wentworth, Diana / Wentworth, Diana Von Welanetz, PUBLISHER: Health Communications, The kitchen is the heart of the home. So much of life is lived around the family table: we tell stories, review the day, pass on traditions, grieve our losses, resolve differences, introduce new loves and celebrate holidays. In the preparing and sharing of meals we create deep memories that we carry with us forever. In the flavor of "Chicken Soup for the Soul," here is a joyful collection of heartwarming stories accompanied by mouthwatering recipes. Seasoned with heartfelt blessings, this marvelous book will help you revisit time-honored values and foster the sharing of meaningful conversation--and new recipes--at mealtime.

The Best Story

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Spinelli, Eileen / Wilsdorf, Anne, PUBLISHER: Dial Books, The best story is one that comes from the heart The library is having a contest for the best story, and the quirky narrator of this story just has to win that rollercoaster ride with her favorite author But what makes a story the best? Her brother Tim says the best stories have lots of action. Her father thinks the best stories are the funniest. And Aunt Jane tells her the best stories have to make people cry. A story that does all these things doesnat seem quite right, though, and the one thing the whole family can agree on is that the best story has to be your own. Anne Wilsdorfas hilarious illustrations perfectly capture this colorful family and their outrageous stories in Eileen Spinellias heartfelt tale about creativity and finding your own voice.

Chocolate for a Teen's Heart: Unforgettable Stories for

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Allenbaugh, Kay, PUBLISHER: Touchstone Books, AS DELICIOUS AS CHOCOLATE Life offers no experience sweeter -- or more difficult -- than learning to love. And in this exceptionally delicious volume in the bestselling series, Kay Allenbaugh brings us 55 rich, satisfying stories of teen relationships written by teens of every age and by women who remember what it was like. From the unexpected happiness of a first boyfriend to sorting and sifting with Mom and Dad, from the wonderful secrets shared by best friends to the wonderful silliness of playing with a favorite pet, these true stories show what lies at the heart of being a teen. Poignant, funny, sometimes sad but always inspiring, this collection will bring you tears, laughter, and joy.

Over the Hills and Far Away: Stories of Gnomes from Around

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Floris Books, PUBLISHER: Floris Books, A collection of over sixty stories about gnomes, dwarfs, leprechauns, and other wee folk of Ireland, Russia, Germany, Scotland, Spain, France, Switzerland, England, Flanders, and Scandinavia.

Ghosts and Golems: Haunting Tales of the Supernatural

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Palmer, Michele / Penn, Malka / Black, Theodor, PUBLISHER: Jewish Publication Society of America, Here is a collection of contemporary tales with 21st-century children as the main characters. The stories are suspenseful and haunting: The spirits are the forces for momentous change in the lives of the children who encounter them--helping them to gain a new understanding of themselves and of their Jewish tradition. So, too, will these stories have a lasting impact upon young readers.

Replay to Ancient Days: The Second Collection of Stories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Harris, Wayne Arthur, PUBLISHER: iUniverse, More from the author of "Rewind To Ancient Times." This second collection of stories is full of surprises. Part one uncovers an array of poetic curios from the early days, as well as some from recent years. All deliver a concise and imaginative tale. Part two sends the reader into the realm of twelve fascinating, suspenseful, and startling short stories. Discover the magic. Relive the excitement in "Replay To Ancient Days."

Psychology and Professional Practice: The Interface of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fields, Francis R. J. / Horwitz, Rudy J., PUBLISHER: Quorum Books, A collaboration between legal scholars and practicing psychologists, Psychology and Professional Practice attempts to define the role of the psychologist who takes a position alongside traditional human service professionals such as physicians, dentists, lawyers, and educators. This volume focuses on the legal and ethical responsibilities of clinical, counseling, school, and community psychologists, as well as other members of the mental health profession. License requirements, malpractice and defamation suits, the privilege of confidential communications, conflicting concepts of mental capacity, and other complex and controversial issues are considered from the perspective of both the lawyer and the psychologist.

Finding the Center: Narrative Poetry of the Zuni Indians

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tedlock, Dennis, PUBLISHER: University of Nebraska Press, "" This second edition features three new Zuni stories, updated transcriptions of stories from the original edition, a bibliography, and a new preface and introduction.

War: Stories about Conflict

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Morpurgo, Michael, PUBLISHER: MacMillan Children's Books, The pity, the cruelty, the courage and the consequences of many different conflicts feature in brand-new stories from Joan Aiken, Eva Ibbotson, Jamila Gavin, Elizabeth Laird, George Layton, Geraldine McCaughrean, Margaret Mahy, Michelle Magorian, Michael Morpurgo, Eleanor Updale, Celia Rees, and other top children's authors. From the Crusades to 's Beirut, to the Falklands, many aspects of war are explored in a collection of work that speaks powerfully to today's young readers.

The Lady or the Tiger and Other Short Stories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stockton, Frank Richard, PUBLISHER: Tor Classics, Enter a magical realm of fantasy and adventure...a world of brave heroes, daring quests, and fabulous monsters A sleepy village is thrown into a flurry when the local man-eating monster decides to pay a call in "The Griffin and the Minor Canon." A gentle beekeeper undertakes a dangerous journey to solve a sorcerer's mysterious riddle in "The Bee-man of Orn." Having angered the ruthless king of a faraway land, a young hero is forced to face the ultimate challenge...choose "The Lady, or the Tiger"? And re-enter the tiger's arena with "The Discourager of Hesitancy"--the rare and difficult "continuation" of "The Lady, or the Tiger" These are but some of the timeless tales in this collection by a master American storyteller

I Was a Child of Holocaust Survivors

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Eisenstein, Bernice, PUBLISHER: Riverhead Books, In this innovative memoir, Bernice Eisenstein combines her skills as a writer and illustrator to distill her memories of growing up in the s in the shadow of the Holocaust. Drawing on the harrowing experiences of her parents-both of them Holocaust survivors-and the fragmented stories of other family members lost in the war, she explores the impact of their legacy on her own life. A groundbreaking exploration of personal history in the tradition of Art piegelman's "Maus," "I Was a Child of Holocaust Survivors" is a searingly honest and deeply moving work that speaks to the universality of memory and loss.

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