The Chance to Do It Again

The Chance to Do It Again
Author: Marilyn L. Hart
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 254
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1532058667

Lyla is just seventeen when one moment changes her life forever. Now she is spending her senior year pregnant and her boyfriend, Patrick, is working at his grandfather’s fruit market to support his new family instead of going off to college. During a difficult day, an Irish exchange student, Rowena, comes to Lyla’s rescue and tells her fascinating stories of her family’s haunted castle back home whose ghost knows how to please a woman. While Patrick rolls his eyes, Lyla is enthralled. For the next twenty years, Patrick promises Lyla he will take her to Ireland to visit Rowena and see the castle. But when he becomes ill and passes away, Lyla is left to pick up the pieces of her shattered life and contemplate what is next. After she decides to visit Ireland, Lyla touches the castle walls. As her world begins to shift, Lyla is left wondering whether grief is making her lose her mind or if is it really possible that the castle’s ghost looks just like her husband. In this romantic tale, a woman journeying through loss visits a castle in Ireland and becomes romantically entangled with a three-hundred-year-old ghost who shockingly resembles her deceased husband.

The Last Lecture

The Last Lecture
Author: Randy Pausch
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Cancer
ISBN: 9780340978504

The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family.

Will They Do it Again?

Will They Do it Again?
Author: Herschel Prins
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 191
Release: 2002-01-04
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1134721110

Focus in the media on the risks posed to ordinary people has become increasingly strong in recent years - particularly on those risks popularly perceived to be posed by the mentally ill. But how justified is this concern? How do we best manage so-called dangerous people? In Will They Do It Again? Herschel Prins considers the issue of public protection within a broad context of risk in society generally, examining the concerns arising in contemporary society from dealing with uncertainty. It is argued that public fear over the danger posed by the mentally ill is at odds with the evidence, and that much of the concern is focused on a small number of high-profile cases. Prins goes on to examine such cases where management of the mentally ill has failed and sets out suggestions for improvements in practice. Will They Do It Again? cuts through popular misunderstanding and media hype over risk to give a clear, unbiased picture of the real risks to society from the mentally ill and how best they can be contained and managed, and will prove invaluable to a range of practitioners involved in the fields of criminal justice and psychiatry.

The Rad of Jahnets

The Rad of Jahnets
Author: Jahnets
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2008-01-08
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1469104717

Who are they? What are they? How they communicate, and why Jahnets feels they are humanities destiny, are just a few of the questions answered in this story about the magical experiences of her life. Beginning with abduction in childhood by aliens, Jahnets life fans out around her in one after another magical experiences. She develops abilities and does things she cannot explain to anyone. While trying to figure out why this is happening, she learns secrets from them explaining why our world is as it is, and what we can do to change it. Jahnets has studied esoterica for most of her adult life while working in accounting to support her family. She loves gardening, astrology, painting, magic, and creating not necessarily in that order.

Will Eisner

Will Eisner
Author: M. Thomas Inge
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2011-09-15
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1617031283

Will Eisner's innovations in the comics, especially the comic book and the graphic novel, as well as his devotion to comics analysis, make him one of comics' first true auteurs and the cartoonist so revered and influential that cartooning's highest honor is named after him. His newspaper feature The Spirit (1940–1952) introduced the now-common splash page to the comic book, as well as dramatic angles and lighting effects that were influenced by, and influenced in turn, the conventions of film noir. Even in his tales of crime fighting, Eisner's writing focused on everyday details of city life and on contemporary social issues. In 1976, he premiered A Contract with God, and Other Tenement Stories, a collection of realist cartoon stories that paved the way for the modern “graphic novel.” His 1985 book, Comics and Sequential Art, was among the first sustained analyses and overviews of the comics form, articulating theories of the art's grammar and structure. Eisner's studio nurtured such comics legends as Jules Feiffer, Wally Wood, Lou Fine, and Jack Cole. Will Eisner: Conversations, edited by comics scholar M. Thomas Inge, collects the best interviews with Eisner (1917–2005) from 1965 to 2004. Taken together, the interviews cover the breadth of Eisner's career with in-depth information about his creation of The Spirit and other well-known comic book characters, his devotion to the educational uses of the comics medium, and his contributions to the development of the graphic novel.

Romans for Everyone, Part 1

Romans for Everyone, Part 1
Author: N.T. Wright
Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp
Total Pages: 199
Release: 2023-09-26
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1646983327

N. T. Wright, a respected biblical scholar, offers a compelling commentary on Romans, delving into the multifaceted themes of Paul’s significant epistle to the church in Rome. Paul’s epistle to the Romans stands as his masterpiece, addressing a plethora of topics from numerous angles. It weaves them into a captivating and swiftly flowing line of thought, like navigating a tumultuous river. Its energy and excitement stem from unveiling God’s power and grace through Jesus, accessible to all who believe. Romans for Everyone, Part 1 covers the first eight chapters of the epistle, ending with Paul’s assurance of God’s unwavering love for humankind. The biblical text is thoughtfully divided into easily manageable sections, ensuring accessibility for readers of all backgrounds. As you engage with this ancient narrative, you’ll discover its timeless resonance with the spiritual quests of today’s readers, whether they are newcomers or seasoned followers of Jesus. This expanded edition includes Wright’s updated translation of the biblical text, supplemented by a new introduction and a dynamic study guide tailored for both group study sessions and individual contemplation. The inclusion of helpful summaries and thought-provoking questions makes Romans for Everyone, Part 1 an ideal companion for those seeking to explore the New Testament with fresh enthusiasm and profound insights.

A Fruitful Life Journaling Devotional

A Fruitful Life Journaling Devotional
Author: Yahaira Ramos
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2022-06-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1087747090

Fruitfulness—how would you define it? A big family? An abundant ministry? An overflowing bank account? While there are certainly aspects of life that can be fruitful on the outside, the Bible elevates God’s most fruitful work in our lives as something that He does on the inside. Through his Spirit, God makes us fruitful from the inside out, cultivating the famous fruit of Galatians 6:22-23: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. In this beautiful 45-day journaling devotional, Yahaira Ramos (author and founder of Fruitful Girl) explores each fruit of the Spirit that God is bearing in you, right here and right now. No matter what life might look like for you in this season, take heart in knowing that God is doing a work in and through you—a fruitful work.

Justice

Justice
Author: Ian Irvine
Publisher: Orbit
Total Pages: 556
Release: 2014-06-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0316235431

The final battle -- the ultimate price. The once beautiful land of Hightspall is being carved up by warring armies led by figures from out of legend. One army is headed by the charismatic brute, Axil Grandys, and the other by Lyf, resurrected sorcerer-king and Axil's ancient nemesis. Only the escaped slave Tali and her unreliable magic stand in their way -- but Tali's gift grows more painful every time she uses it. As the armies converge on the fateful peak of Touchstone, Tali and her ally Rix must find a way to overcome Lyf and prevent Axil from using the Three Spells that will destroy Hightspall forever. Justice is the shattering finale to Ian Irvine's fantasy epic Tainted Realm trilogy.

Eat Less Cottage Cheese and More Ice Cream

Eat Less Cottage Cheese and More Ice Cream
Author: Erma Bombeck
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2003-04-02
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 9780740721274

In 1979, someone asked humorist Erma Bombeck, "If you had your life to live over, would you change anything'" Her immediate answer was no, but once she thought about it, she changed her mind. The result was a classic column full of Bombeck"s signature wit and warmth. Now the beloved column that has hung on hundreds of refrigerator doors has been cheerily illustrated and designed as a handsome gift book, Eat Less Cottage and More Ice Cream. In it, Bombeck gently reminds us of what is really important in life:"If I had my life to live over again I would have waxed less and listened more."I would have cried and laughed less while watching television . . . and more while watching real life."But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute of it . . . look at it and really see it . . . try it on . . . live it . . . exhaust it . . . and never give that minute back until there was nothing left of it. . . . "Long-time fans of Erma Bombeck will be thrilled to have this favorite column in the form of a beautiful keepsake. Readers discovering Bombeck for the first time will become fans instantly. Eat Less Cottage and More Ice Cream offers wisdom to inspire all of us.

The Complete Works of J. M. Barrie (With Illustrations)

The Complete Works of J. M. Barrie (With Illustrations)
Author: James Matthew Barrie
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 4038
Release: 2023-11-26
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN:

The Complete Works of J.M. Barrie (With Illustrations) is a literary treasure trove that includes all of Barrie's famous works, such as Peter Pan, The Little White Bird, and Dear Brutus. Barrie's unique style of blending realism with fantasy is evident throughout his writings, with characters that are both charming and thought-provoking. The inclusion of illustrations adds an extra layer of depth to Barrie's imaginative worlds, making this collection a must-have for any lover of classic literature. Barrie's works are often seen as a reflection of his own experiences and inner struggles, as he grappled with themes of childhood, identity, and the passage of time. His ability to capture the wonder and innocence of youth while addressing deeper philosophical questions sets him apart as a truly timeless author. Readers will be captivated by the whimsical and poignant tales found within this comprehensive collection, which showcases the magic and imagination that have made J.M. Barrie a literary legend.