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Bernie loves visiting with his Great Auntie Lou. But today, she dropped an egg, spilled the milk, and had a car stuck in her hair. Something was wrong with Auntie Lou. A child may become worried by an elderly loved one's clumsiness or confusion. Auntie Lou, There's a Boat in Your Shoe helps children understand possible signs of dementia and reminds the young reader that their loved one still wants to be a part of their life and share in the making of new memories.

New life, new murderFeisty, independent Dee and her loyal Goldendoodle, Rosie, leave Chicago’s chaos for Colorado’s tiny home bliss. A former investigative journalist, Dee is eager to trade headlines for horticulture. But peaceful plans go up in smoke when her neighbor Marty Collins winds up in a fiery grave.Sheriff Taylor’s apathy leaves the case cold, but Dee’s journalistic instincts ignite. Digging her way through buried secrets, Dee heats up the hunt for the elusive murderer. Things get even more dangerous when another Meadow Wood neighbor is found dead in the woods.You may think you know who the killer is as Dee gets closer to unearthing the truth, but don't be fooled. Will the ...

Warning: Includes a hero who is as sweet as he is sexy, and may cause intense yearning and unintentional hugging of your reading device. Maybe even licking.Love is the lure that could break her curse—or her heart…Growing up among witches as a rare and powerless male descendant hasn’t been easy for Basil Murray. When he learns his true identity, he’s all too eager to claim his own magic, but the tangle of lies that shaped his past might just kill him before he unlocks the secret to his powers.And the beautiful fae whose life he saves may be at the center of it all.Fae bounty hunter Isa’s days are numbered. The death curse she’s stalled will soon kill her, unless she ends the blood...

In a world where darkness seems to prevail, Tydie and his family find themselves in the midst of a divine test. Loved ones have vanished, and chaos reigns, but through faith and perseverance, they seek the light of salvation. "Snatched Up: The Aftermath" is a powerful tale of redemption and hope, reminding us that even in the darkest times, God's grace is ever-present.As Tydie navigates the trials and tribulations of a world turned upside down, he discovers the strength that comes from unwavering faith. With every challenge, he learns to trust in God's plan and to lean on the promises of Scripture. This journey is not just about survival, but about finding the path to eternal salvation.From ...

As Chicago's most respected food critic, I thought I'd tasted it all. Until I encountered Adrian Vale's chocolates—and the darkness lurking beneath their perfect shells.My gift of tasting emotions in food has always set me apart, but Adrian's creations awakened something deeper. Each truffle carried a void, an emptiness that called to the shadows within my own soul. When I discovered his deadly secret—the true source of his chocolate's unique intensity—I should have run straight to the police.Instead, I found myself drawn deeper into his world—a world where justice is served in dark chocolate and passion bleeds into obsession. Adrian sees me for who I am, embracing the parts of mysel...

"Squinny the Squirrel and the Enormous Nut: A Lesson in Sharing and Cooperation" is a delightful and educational story designed to captivate young readers while fostering important social and emotional skills. Through the adventures of Squinny, a curious squirrel who finds herself in a bit of a pickle, children are gently introduced to the concepts of sharing, cooperation, planning, and emotion regulation. As Squinny navigates her emotions—ranging from excitement and delight to fear and frustration—young readers will learn the names and meanings of these emotions, helping them to better understand and express their feelings.The story is crafted with care to include alliteration and rhymi...

Over the past year, true crime writer Sky Stryker has spent too much time inside the NYPD—sometimes as a consultant, sometimes as a suspect. She’s helped them crack impossible cases, including the murder of her own cousin. But now, they want her to walk away from an active investigation.Even though a killer is still out there.Even though another body is just a matter of time.Desperate for a distraction, Sky takes on a missing persons case—a high school boy who vanished without a trace. In a city like Manhattan, the odds of finding him alive are slim. And then he turns up dead. Suffocated. Dressed in a sailor outfit, his face painted like a doll.The discovery is unsettling, but to Sky�...

"Kristen Wade captivates readers with masterful storytelling and engaging dialogue that paints a compelling world-ending narrative." -Essien Asian, Five Star rating on Readers' FavoriteBased on the Critically Acclaimed, Award-Winning ScreenplayIn a post-apocalyptic Pacific Northwest, where mysterious creatures hunt the isolated, and survivors fight for dominance, can Ren protect her family in a world turned deadly?In the wake of a catastrophic meteor shower, Ren, a haunted but brilliant 17-year-old, is thrust into a fight for her life. After a tragic loss, what was meant to be a peaceful sailing trip with her family spirals into chaos when a tidal wave leaves them stranded and adrift.Rescued...

FBI Agent Kate Walsh is locked in a high-stakes chase to track down a cold-blooded killer preying on wealthy single women. He lures them with promises of love, drains their bank accounts, and takes their lives. With a global trail stretching across Los Angeles, London, and Paris, Kate and her team are desperate for clues to unmask the elusive man behind the crimes.When a potential link to a London matchmaker surfaces, the case spirals into a darker, more dangerous world than Kate could have imagined. What began as a hunt for one man unravels into an international syndicate. Their technology is cutting-edge, their ties to London’s aristocracy are unfathomable, and their reach is far more ex...

In the shadowy corridors of Washington D.C., a ticking time bomb threatens to shatter the nation’s highest court.Conner Fitzgerald, a detective turned opposition researcher, is about to face his most dangerous case yet. When his ex-wife Sutton begs him to quietly investigate accusations against her fiancé’s son—a young man linked to a presumptive Supreme Court justice—Fitz reluctantly agrees.Within hours, the young man disappears, leaving Fitz caught in a lethal web of political intrigue, where every lead unravels a deeper conspiracy. As he races against the clock to uncover the truth, Fitz realizes the stakes are higher than he ever imagined. He must navigate a minefield of lies, b...

What power can turn the tides of war, bring the dead to life, and make eternity worth living?The Shirán travel home from war, and stand poised to cross the northern Source to report to the Mothergod. But Fel'annár, Tensari and Lainon won’t forget who they left behind. With their sights set on a new mission, they will return south in a treacherous bid to free their companions.But their paths unexpectedly intertwine with two women. One, a grief-stricken mother who crossed the boundaries between elven worlds in search of her child. The other, a desperate heir who escapes the clutches of the revenant demigod in search of allies to help her reclaim her rightful inheritance, set things right a...

A betrayal born of revenge. An unlikely alliance. A realm on the brink of civil war.The fractured tribes of Adakia and the powerful Crown of Boscandia stand on the edge of chaos. With King Uwendo gone, Queen Duanib ascends to power, and shadows stir—an exiled Elderak who seeks retribution, wielding a force capable of annihilating all who stand in his way. Tarwenol Antadak returns with vengeance burning in his veins, bent on crushing those who banished him and seizing control of Boscandia.Amid the turmoil, Fel’annár and his slowly reforming Company find themselves in a desperate struggle. As hidden enemies conspire, Fel’annár’s evolving powers will prove more vital than ever. But se...