Sky High

Sky High
Author: Catherine Lievens
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Total Pages: 208
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1487438311

Ansley has been looking for his dragon since Byron was taken from him a hundred years ago. The sacrifice of his shield and the man he was in love with was necessary, but Ansley can’t find peace, and neither can the other five mages he considers his brothers, who also shared that sacrifice. They’ve been without their other half for so long that some of them have lost hope. But not Ansley. Parker has no memory beyond the past hundred years. He’s been moving every ten years or so because he’s not aging—which probably has to do with his ability to shift into a dragon—but this time around, it’s harder to leave everything behind. He doesn’t have a choice, though. When Ansley finally finds the right spell, it leads him straight to Byron. But Byron isn’t Byron anymore. A hundred years and no memories turned him into a new man. A man Ansley likes even more than he did Byron. Ansley’s job is to find the other five dragons, but with the threat that caused the mages to lose the dragons rising again, he might not be able to do it in time. And if he can’t, it could mean death for all of them.

Seductive Poison

Seductive Poison
Author: Deborah Layton
Publisher: Anchor
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2010-08-18
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0307575136

In this haunting and riveting firsthand account, a survivor of Jim Jones's Peoples Temple opens up the shadowy world of cults and shows how anyone can fall under their spell. "A suspenseful tale of escape that reads like a satisfying thriller.... The most important personal testimony to emerge from the Jonestown tragedy." —Chicago Tribune A high-level member of Jim Jones's Peoples Temple for seven years, Deborah Layton escaped his infamous commune in the Guyanese jungle, leaving behind her mother, her older brother, and many friends. She returned to the United States with warnings of impending disaster, but her pleas for help fell on skeptical ears, and shortly thereafter, in November 1978, the Jonestown massacre shocked the world. Seductive Poison is both an unflinching historical document and a suspenseful story of intrigue, power, and murder.

Simple Whatnots

Simple Whatnots
Author: Kim Diehl
Publisher: Martingale
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2018-05-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1604689447

Welcome to the wonderful world of Kim Diehl--on a splendidly small scale! Kim's little quilts have three big benefits: they're scrap friendly, they're quick to finish . . . and they're as cute as can be. Now you can create a wonderful variety of pint-sized quilts in Kim's signature style. Enjoy 18 projects from Kim's Simple Whatnots Club, previously available only in individual patterns. You'll learn streamlined techniques for petite patchwork, invisible machine applique, and cozy wool applique. Use completed projects as wall quilts and table toppers, or follow Kim's lead and display projects in other creative ways. As always, Kim shares her "Extra Snippet" sewing tips throughout so that YOU can become a better quilter. Also available: Kim Diehl's Simple Reflections journal, where this best-selling author of 14 books on quiltmaking has gathered her favorite quilts, recipes, and more to enjoy year-round.

Bentley's Snowflakes

Bentley's Snowflakes
Author: W. A. Bentley
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2006-01-01
Genre: Design
ISBN: 0486996883

576 graceful, black-and-white snowflake patterns, captured by photographer W. A. Bentley for use as research and teaching aids for scientists and art instructors, now provide an inexhaustible source of design inspiration. Ideal for a host of creative projects or for browsers intrigued by the intricacy and beauty of design in the natural world.

Conviction

Conviction
Author: Juan Martinez
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2016-02-16
Genre: True Crime
ISBN: 0062444301

Juan Martinez, the fiery prosecutor who convicted notorious murderess Jodi Arias for the disturbing killing of Travis Alexander, speaks for the first time about the shocking investigation and sensational trial that captivated the nation. Through two trials, America watched with baited breath as Juan Martinez fought relentlessly to convict Jodi Arias of Murder One for viciously stabbing her ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander to death. What emerged was a story wrought with sex, manipulation, and deceit that stunned the public at every turn. Arias, always playing the wronged and innocent woman, changed her story continually as her bizarre behavior surrounding the crime and its aftermath came to light. Unwavering, Arias and her defense team continued to play off the salacious details of the case, until she was finally found guilty and—controversially—sentenced to life behind bars. Now, speaking openly for the first time, prosecutor Juan Martinez will unearth new details from the investigation that were never revealed at trial, exploring key facts from the case and the pieces of evidence he chose to keep close to the vest. Throughout the trials, his bullish and unfaltering prosecution strategy was both commended and criticized, and in his book, Martinez will illuminate the unique tactics he utilized in this case and how they lead to a successful conviction, and-for the first time-discuss how he felt losing the death penalty sentence he’d pursued for years. Going beyond the news reports, Martinez will explore the truth behind the multiple facades of Jodi Arias. Sparring with her from across the stand, Martinez came to know Arias like no one else could, dissecting what it took for a seemingly normal girl to become a deluded, cunning, and unrepentant murderer. With new stories from behind the scenes of the trial and Martinez’s own take on his defendant, the book takes you inside the mind of Jodi Arias like never before. Complete with 16 pages of photos from the case and trial, this book is the definitive account of the case that shocked America.

On the Mystery Dramas

On the Mystery Dramas
Author: Rudolf Steiner
Publisher: SteinerBooks
Total Pages: 116
Release: 1983
Genre: Drama
ISBN: 9780880100601

Rudolf Steiner wrote four mystery dramas intended to portray the spiritual path of self-knowledge as described by spiritual science, or Anthroposophy. Those plays are not merely symbolic but realistic depictions in a spiritual sense. In this book, Steiner describes how "The Portal of Initiation" (the first of his dramas) portrays the intense and tempestuous inner events of initiation as experienced by a young painter. He explains the spiritual background of this character's "karmic" tests and higher guidance. He also discusses the Rosicrucian nature of this play, as well as the "symbolism and fantasy" of the second drama, "The Soul's Probation." Steiner also emphasizes the power of certain fairy tales and poetry for bridging the gap between the spiritual and material worlds. As one of the mystery dramas shows, this is especially valuable for those who tend to be intellectuals. Rudolf Steiner portrayed much of the wisdom of his spiritual science in the mystery dramas and intended them to graphically depict what he taught all his life. As he said, "If people will exert themselves...to work with the drama, I will not have to give any more lectures for a long time." THE LECTURES: Self-knowledge as Portrayed in the Rosicrucian Mystery, The Portal of Initiation (Basel, Sept. 17, 1910) On the Rosicrucian Mystery, The Portal of Initiation (Berlin, Oct. 31, 1911) Symbolism and Phantasy in Relation to the Mystery Drama The Soul's Probation (Berlin, Dec. 19, 1911)

Goodbye Kitty

Goodbye Kitty
Author: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9780740731341

Inspired by the author's two feline-averting dogs, Goodbye Kitty's adventures include tumbling in a dryer, napping in the microwave, mixing in the blender, playing in traffic, and swimming with sharks. Based on the popular david & goliath stickers and T-shirts, this book is a sure hit.Written with enough of a sense of humor that even cat lovers won't be offended, Goodbye Kitty makes the perfect gift for any occasion.Remember kids, don't try this one at home!

Filler Friend

Filler Friend
Author: Sara Jo Cluff
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 334
Release: 2018-04-11
Genre:
ISBN: 9781986701976

After a catastrophic friendship, Elinora decides that having any relationship isn't worth the heartbreak. Her parents still want her to socialize, so she starts her Filler Friend operation, unbeknownst to them. She'll fill-in as a friend for anyone at school, whether it's getting a gamer out of the house or being a plus one at their parent's boring work party. When a client becomes a regular, the lines of fiction and reality begin to blur, making Elinora unsure of what she really wants. Adding to the confusion, she's slowly falling for the cute guy she met at the library. Before the operation blows up in her face, Elinora will have to decide if friendship and love are worth the risk, or if she's better off shutting out the world forever.