The Curlytops on Star Island (Esprios Classics)

The Curlytops on Star Island (Esprios Classics)
Author: Howard R. Garis
Publisher: Blurb
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2020-01-23
Genre:
ISBN: 9781714305001

Howard Roger Garis (April 25, 1873 - November 6, 1962) an American author, best known for a series of books, published under his own name, that featured the character of Uncle Wiggily Longears, an engaging elderly rabbit. Garis was possibly the most prolific children's author of the early 20th century. Many of his books were illustrated by Lansing Campbell. The Bed Time Series was written by Garis beginning in 1910. Each volume contains 31 stories, one for each day of the month.

On the Island

On the Island
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2007
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781402741197

A brief, simplified retelling of the episode in "Treasure Island" during which the ship arrives at the island and Jim Hawkins follows the pirates, but discovers Ben Gunn who has been stranded there for three years.

Pigeon-Blood Red

Pigeon-Blood Red
Author: Ed Duncan
Publisher: Next Chapter
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2022-01-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

For underworld enforcer Richard "Rico" Sanders, it seemed like an ordinary job: retrieve his gangster boss's stolen goods, and teach the person responsible a lesson. But the chase quickly goes sideways and takes Rico from the mean streets of Chicago to sunny Honolulu. There, the hardened hit man finds himself in uncharted territory, when innocent bystanders are accidentally embroiled in a crime. As Rico pursues his new targets, hunter and prey develop an unlikely respect for one another. Soon, he is faced with a momentous decision: follow his orders to kill the very people who have won his admiration, or refuse and endanger the life of the woman he loves?

Matters of the Heart

Matters of the Heart
Author: Fiona Palmer
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2019-08-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0733641601

A classic love story about manners, men and modern romance retold by bestselling Australian author, Fiona Palmer Western Australia, 2019: The Bennets are a farming family struggling to make ends meet. Lizzy, passionate about working the land, is determined to save the farm. Spirited and independent, she has little patience for her mother's focus on finding a suitable man for each of her five daughters. When the dashing Charles Bingley, looking to expand his farm holdings, buys the neighbouring property of Netherfield Park, Mrs Bennet and the entire district of Coodardy are atwitter with gossip and speculation. Will he attend the local dance and is he single? These questions are soon answered when he and Lizzy's sister Jane form an instant connection on the night. But it is Charlie's best friend, farming magnate Will Darcy, who leaves a lasting impression when he slights Lizzy, setting her against him. Can Lizzy and Will put judgements and pride aside to each see the other for who they really are? Or in an age where appearance and social media rule, will prejudice prevail? Australia's bestselling storyteller Fiona Palmer reimagines Jane Austen's beloved classic tale of manners and marriage, transporting an enduring love story in this very twenty-first century novel about family, female empowerment and matters of the heart. **CONTAINS BONUS EXTRACT from Fiona's latest novel, THE LONG WEEKEND**

Lost But Never Alone

Lost But Never Alone
Author: MaryAnn Westgard
Publisher: FriesenPress
Total Pages: 126
Release: 2021-04-13
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1039105696

This is a true story of the life of MaryAnn Westgard in her own words and as she lived it. It is a story of how alcoholism can destroy a family and cause consequences that last a lifetime. It is a story filled with love, adventure, mystery, intrigue and betrayal.A story of ups and downs and lessons learnt. A story of finally coming to terms with who I am and why I am here. Of realizing that I was here for a reason and that God had my back. Through thick and thin He was there, even when I ran from Him, He never let me go. How I finally found peace. I hope that others can benefit from hearing my story and that they will be blessed by it. Realizing that one must never give up, no matter how bad things look, the storm will pass and the sun will shine again.

Falcon Warrior

Falcon Warrior
Author: Malcolm Archibald
Publisher: Next Chapter
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2021-12-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Sailing west across the Atlantic, Melcorka and Bradan encounter a strange woman entombed within an iceberg. On her is a headband decorated with the symbol of a falcon. Soon after, they meet a fleet of Norse ships and set sail with them towards the New World. Fighting their way through skraeling hordes and facing the mysterious Ice Giant, they find the ancient pyramid city of Cahokia. But what is the secret of the strange falcon artifact? This is a standalone novel and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.

Complete Drawing Course

Complete Drawing Course
Author: Diagram Group
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 260
Release: 1999
Genre: Drawing
ISBN: 9780806948386

This progressive course enables even the complete novice to tap into the magic of drawing, to use art to discover the world, and to create significant personal responses to reality and ideas. 768 illustrations.