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A Brush With Mortality

About A Brush With Mortality:

This character-driven novel encompasses psychological mystery and suspense in a genuinely unique manner with spoiler alerts every step of the journey. Themes related to sexuality, LGBTQ+, HIV/AIDS, hospice, infidelity, and a little kink are explored in a partially epistolary format, and in the subtle dialogue between Letty Mae and the characters with whom she interacts.
By all outward appearances, she’s just a typical woman going through menopause at the turn of the 21st century. Living in a stale and distant marriage, her grown kids living their own lives, there is a psychological and sexual itch she hasn’t felt in years that needs to be scratched. What are the secrets this Executive of a Hospice nonprofit keeps? Even she doesn’t know for sure –
Set in the San Francisco Bay Area in the year 2000, her journey explores meaning through death, erotic adventure, mystery, and those thoughts and actions we’d rather keep hidden. Letty Mae searches for what it means to be a female over 50 when the new century’s reality does not fit your worldview. Luckily, she has a guide in the form of an elite bisexual patriarch who must, in the end, die.

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Lowering Clouds (English Edition)

About Lowering Clouds (English Edition):

Gabriele is an actress who, as her career approaches its end, takes a trip to the city where she spent her adolescence. Her sudden visit awakens something unexpected in two of her friends, who see in her an escape from their grey, monotonous days. Through her friends, the actress sees the life she could have had. The burden of fame has been pursuing her for forty years, and only one thing is evident: this trip awakens passions and changes the lives of everyone she visits.

“What Núria Añó gives us in this book is a piece of real life, dissected with the razor-sharp scalpel of her writing. This work contains great use of language and style. The novel is not easy, either its subject or its style, but it is very interesting and, in my opinion, is one of the great promises of contemporary Catalan writing.” –magazine on literary and comparative literature studies, L’Ull crític, No. 15-16

“With her unmistakable style, the author gives us a glimpse of daily life through the eyes and thoughts of the narrative voices of the book’s different characters. It is a succession of spontaneous and profoundly human snippets which, although with a touch of irony, capture the bitterness of regret and the nostalgia of past times, but also the hope of a new start.” –Cinzia Rizzotto, Translator

About the author: NÚRIA AÑÓ (Lleida, 1973) is a Catalan/Spanish writer. Some of her works, including novels, short stories, and essays, have been published and translated into Spanish, French, English, Italian, German, Polish, Chinese, Latvian, Portuguese, Dutch, Greek, Arabic, and Romanian. Her first published novel, Els nens de l’Elisa (Omicron, 2006) was awarded third prize in the 24th Ramon Llull Novel Award, one of the most prestigious awards for Catalan literature, awarded by Editorial Planeta. L’escriptora morta ([The Dead Writer, 2020] Omicron) was published in 2008; Núvols baixos ([Lowering Clouds, 2020] Omicron) in 2009; La mirada del fill (Abadia) in 2012; El salón de los artistas exiliados en California ([The Salon of Exiled Artists in California], 2020) is a biography of screenwriter Salka Viertel. Núria won the 18th Joan Fuster Prize for Fiction Ciutat d’Almenara, fourth place for international writing at the 2018 Shanghai Get-Together, and has been awarded with prestigious international grants: Nuoren Voiman Liitto (Finland, 2016), Shanghai Writing Program (China, 2016), Baltic Centre (Sweden, 2017), IWTCR (Greece, 2017), Krakow UNESCO City of Literature (Poland, 2018), IWTH (Latvia, 2019 and 2023) and IWP (China, 2020).

Her writing centers around her characters’ psychology, often through the use of anti-heroes. Núria’s characters are the focus of her work, and are generally more relevant than the topic itself. With introspective reflections that are feminine rather than sentimental, she finds a unique balance between the marginal worlds of parallels. Her novels explore a wide variety of topics, delving into important social and current themes, such as injustice or lack of communication between individuals. The basic plot of her novels does not tell you everything there is to know. By using this method, Añó seeks to involve the reader so they ask their own questions to discover the deeper meaning of the content.

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Escape Plan: A Coming Of Age Journey

About Escape Plan: A Coming Of Age Journey:

Elva Maguire never says no to a shot of tequila. As the late-night partying jacks up, so do the hangovers. But she avoids suffering the next day by hatching elaborate escape plans. And sometimes they actually work!

But when she gets messy drunk at the office party, disgracing the company and putting her job at risk, her flaky escape planning won’t save her now. She’s left with no choice but to confront her demons.

She tries to curtail her drinking. And fails. Then she tries harder. And fails better! But in time her true personality, previously masked by binge drinking, emerges.

Her resolve to evolve gets tested when a family emergency occurs. Compassion for her loyal grandad inspires her to step up and take control, sparking what could be an epic transformation for her.

But with Elva’s tendency towards self-doubt and poor decision-making, is she ready to embrace a new, bright future? And when old habits resurface, will they prove too difficult to shake?

The real question is can she ever truly escape from her boozy, reckless past?

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Waitingto Ceoss the Bridge

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WAITING TO CROSS THE BRIDGE
Short Summary of Stories:
Why did Alton’s boss want to get rid of him? He had just given him a vote
of confidence at the latest staff appraisal a week ago. Read the full story in The Forgiving.
The latest hurricane had provided opportunities for Junklin and his friends. But had it or was it just an illusion? Read more in Spoils from the Hurricane.
Why couldn’t Cora pass any examinations at her local school? Find out what happened when she moved to a different school. All told, in Examination Blues.
Berbice entered the eating contest as the underdog. Find out what happened in The Breadfruit Feast.
Why did a grown man get so worked up whenever anybody called him by his nickname? Read the full story in What’s in a Nickname?
A group of school boys form a gang and force their fellow students to pay them protection money. Read the full story in The Crabtree Gang.
Why was Clem Baxter in this great hurry to sell off his properties? Read the full story in Baxter’s Folly.
Why were Bull and his fellow gangsters so intent on preventing Rog and his friends from going to Brentwood Gap. Read part of the story in A Dangerous Hike Part 1.

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Time-Travel Tales Book 12 – PARIS 1900

About Time-Travel Tales Book 12 – PARIS 1900:

Journey to the heart of Paris in 1900, where Jed and his beloved\’s love transcends time and galaxies. Bound not just by their love but by their roles in a cosmic battle that spans the ages, our heroine\’s final World exhibition becomes a pivotal moment in time.While Marie enjoys the sights, sounds, and delicious food of a city much revived since her last visit in 1878, Jed grapples with the complexity of time, his undying love for his beloved, and the end of an era in their lives. Jed faces a deadly foe. Run to ground, with nothing to lose, Ike has planned and engineered a winning combination of circumstances so he can finally return triumphantly to Pluto after destroying key parts of Paris. Can Jed outwit such a focused ‘do or die’ mindset? With the help of an unexpected ally, will love prevail?

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Social Engineer Your Way to the Top

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**Social Engineer Your Way to the Top**

“Social Engineer Your Way to the Top” is a compelling guide designed for professionals seeking to master the art of social influence in the business world. Authored by Tactical Thinker, this book dives deep into the psychological underpinnings of social engineering, equipping readers with the strategic skills necessary to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics and advance their careers. Through a combination of theory and practical application, the book explores how ethical persuasion and subtle manipulation can be employed to achieve organizational goals, enhance personal branding, and build effective teams.

Spanning various aspects of business interactions, from networking and negotiation to leadership and conflict resolution, the text serves as a comprehensive manual for anyone aiming to wield influence more effectively. Each chapter is meticulously crafted, providing insights into creating rapport, leveraging psychological tactics, and understanding human behavior to foster trust and achieve persuasive success. By integrating psychological principles with real-world applications, Tactical Thinker empowers readers to transform their approach to professional interactions and engineer their way to the top of their fields.

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CAGING HONOUR: Breaking the Chains of Silence

About CAGING HONOUR: Breaking the Chains of Silence:

Experience the poignant odyssey of survivors of honour killings in the highly acclaimed novel Caging Honour: Breaking the Chains of Silence. This literary masterpiece not only explores the societal implications of honour-based violence but does so with a unique narrative style that brings the characters and their struggles to life. It’s a journey that will leave you with a profound understanding of the oppressive honour systems and the brave souls who dare to challenge them.

At its core, Caging Honour is a testament to the indomitable spirit of its characters who defy societal norms at great personal peril. Eleanor, a relentless legal advocate, fights for the rights of victims, while Layla ignites crucial conversations on cultural violence through her grassroots activism. Farida, a perceptive academic, provides a comprehensive analysis of the social structures that perpetuate these injustices. Their collective efforts form the backbone of the narrative, inspiring change and social progress.

The personal narratives of Nadia and Arif offer a poignant glimpse into the struggles of growing up under oppressive societal norms. Despite the immense challenges they face, their stories of resilience and hope resonate universally, offering profound insights into personal freedom and self-determination. Their compelling journeys underscore the novel’s emotional depth and relatability, fostering a sense of empathy and connection with the reader.

Set against the backdrop of a dystopian society, Caging Honour offers a sensitive and eye-opening portrayal of the brutal realities of honour killings. It challenges readers to face these harsh truths and engages them in thoughtful reflections on how compassion can drive societal change.

Embark on a transformative journey with Caging Honour, where you’ll delve into the hardships endured by marginalized communities. This enlightening novel not only sparks vital conversations on societal issues but also ignites a call to action towards the creation of more inclusive and humane communities. Immerse yourself in a reading experience that seamlessly blends artistic sophistication with compelling advocacy for human rights, inviting you to be part of the conversation and the change.

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Life at 21 Lane

About Life at 21 Lane:

Life at 21 Lane
Old time playboy, Banjo, is hell bent on tricking his two stepdaughters and his son out of their inheritance. That was after he reappeared soon after their mother’s death and laid claim to her property by moving his other woman and her relatives into the house. He then chased away his two step-daughters and his son. But if Banjo thought thar he had gotten rid of his two step-daughters and his son he has another guess coming.

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Escape Plan

About Escape Plan:

Elva Maguire never says no to a shot of tequila. As the late-night partying jacks up, so do the hangovers. But she avoids suffering the next day by hatching elaborate escape plans. And sometimes they actually work!

But when she gets messy drunk at the office party, disgracing the company and putting her job at risk, her flaky escape planning won’t save her now. She’s left with no choice but to confront her demons.

She tries to curtail her drinking. And fails. Then she tries harder. And fails better! But in time her true personality, previously masked by binge drinking, emerges.

Her resolve to evolve gets tested when a family emergency occurs. Compassion for her loyal grandad inspires her to step up and take control, sparking what could be an epic transformation for her.

But with Elva’s tendency towards self-doubt and poor decision-making, is she ready to embrace a new, bright future? And when old habits resurface, will they prove too difficult to shake?

The real question is can she ever truly escape from her boozy, reckless past?

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Of Souls & Cinders

About Of Souls & Cinders:

Dystopia, fate and karma weaved into a soulful saga of cosmic bonds, and how humans are inconsequential in this tapestry of profound events of life. “Of Souls & Cinders” guarantees to touch your soul. Rakesh, a celebrity newspaper columnist encounters one of these events amidst the challenging times humanity has ever seen. What did Rakesh experience?

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Of Souls & Cinders

About Of Souls & Cinders:

Dystopia, fate and karma weaved into a soulful saga of cosmic bonds, and how humans are inconsequential in this tapestry of profound events of life. “Of Souls & Cinders” guarantees to touch your soul. Rakesh, a celebrity newspaper columnist encounters one of these events amidst the challenging times humanity has ever seen. What did Rakesh experience?

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he Orphan of Auschwitz

About he Orphan of Auschwitz:

In the depths of Auschwitz, amidst the unspeakable horrors of the Holocaust, a promise is made. A young Jewish girl, Hannah burdened with grief but fueled by fierce determination, makes a solemn vow to protect her little sister, Lila at all costs.

As the sisters navigate the atrocities of the concentration camp, their bond grows stronger with each passing day. Through their eyes, we witness the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable darkness. But as the war rages on, will their promise be enough to keep them alive?

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Going Into the Hills to Teach

About Going Into the Hills to Teach:

Going Into the Hills to Teach
Short Summary of these Stories:
After he stole the bank’s vault, Dex became a serial killer. Read more in the Money Vault.
Will Miss Della regret accommodating her younger brother and his son for one night? Read more in Miss Della’s Radio.
Gamblers get get into the habit of being poor losers. Read more in the Robber Gamblers.
Contractor fails to turn up to honor his contractual obligations. Read more in the Fraudulent Contractor.
Will Cora be tricked out of her hard earned possessions for a third time? Reade more in Three times a Loser.
Several of her former baby fathers have heard of Raquel’s good fotune in winning a lot of money at the race track. They want to get a share of it, but will she let them? Read the full story in If you win big Don’t Lose It.
Jeannie has put herself in so much debts to help her on again off again boyfriend, Jake. Now she is looking for more money to bail him out of his latest indiscretion. Read the full story in The Absconding Boyfriend.
Did Westin lend out the company’s motorcycle to his friends to go on a robbery spree or was I too suspicious? Read more in The False Bike Messenger.
What did Wilson Chung do to Mendy why he broke out of prison in order to seek his revenge? Read the full story in The Night Burglar.
Why didn’t the party want Miss Lurlene to represent them in the local polls and instead went for Simmo? Read more in Simmo, the Politician.
Why did Dukey steal the marijuana out of the police jeep in the station yard? Did he think he could have gotten away with it? Read the full story in The Marijuana Thief.
Why did Marline send the telegram to her baby father? Read the full story in The False Telegram.
A group of youths try to trick a master gambler out of his winnings. See if they succeeded in The Cheating Gamblers.
Harden was a brilliant teacher, but something wasn’t right about him. Read more in Children Traffickers.
Sophia isn’t sure who killed her second baby father. Her first baby father was caught on the scene of the murd Writing-Profile of Austin Mitchell
Austin Mitchell has so far written sixteen novels and is completing more works. He has written many short stories, a few plays and poems. Several of his short stories have been published in his homeland, Jamaica. He has read hundreds of novels and has read widely on the subject. He has also attended a few writing workshops.
er with a gun. He is now spending time in prison for possessing an illegal firearm. She isn’t sure if her present baby father was involved in the murder as she has been getting several notes fro a mysterious person. Read more in A Dying Quest.

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The Butterfly: A Short Story of Life, Mystery, and the Impossibility of Endings

About The Butterfly: A Short Story of Life, Mystery, and the Impossibility of Endings:

Discover an enchanting story that takes you on a journey into the wonder and mystery of life. An unforgettable tale that explores the enduring power of the light that animates us all, this narrative will resonate in your heart long after the last words have been read. 5-Star reviews: “A beautifully written book…” “Deeply touching and enlightening…” “A beautiful little story that is a gentle reminder of the truth.” “A great view of life.” A Kindle Unlimited Book, includes a Bonus Anthology Section. For more information, please see the description on the book’s Amazon page. Thank you, and enjoy!

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True Grace by Karen E. Osborne

True Grace by Karen E. Osborne

A powerful story about love, courage, sacrifice, resilience, and hope. True Grace, set in 1924 during the Harlem Renaissance and Roaring Twenties, chronicles the journey of an immigrant, mixed-raced woman from The Congo, England, and Jamaica, fighting for her family’s survival.

Inspired by the author’s grandmother, Grace must navigate the misogyny and racism of the courts, banks, child welfare system, and bad actors to her hold her family together. Calling on her grit, determination, and grace, she must overcome harrowing circumstances. Readers will find themselves hooked from the first riveting chapter and cheering for Grace each step of the way.

True Grace is available as an E-book, audiobook, hard cover and paperback.

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Your Brain’s Still Flashing by Jim Lively

About Featured Book: Your Brain’s Still Flashing by Jim Lively

After being discharged from Parkland Behavior Health Hospital, all young attorney, Simon Steed wanted was to live a normal life. As word of his mental issues spreads, he cannot even get appointed to represent indigent clients in
criminal law cases. Simon’s fortunes appear to have changed when he suddenly gets a phone call from a woman named Veronica Steele, a Highland Park socialite who is seeking to divorce her wealthy husband. Things get mysterious when
Veronica reveals that her sister was Simon’s nurse while he was inpatient at the behavior health hospital. The sister recommended Simon because he suffers from the same type of mental illness as Veronica and thought he could relate to her. Simon begins to suspect that Veronica chose him for another nefarious reason. To add to his stress, he starts becoming infatuated with his beautiful enigmatic new
next-door neighbor.

This Fiction book is available in these Formats: eBook, Print

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Bring Back the Good Old Days

About Bring Back the Good Old Days:

Bring Back the Good Old Days by Austin Mitchell
Short Summary of Stories:
Was Syd a crook or simply a kleptomaniac? Was he following bad company? Read more in The Young Shoplifters-Chapter One.
Why did Bubbles take away her rival’s baby? Was it to take revenge on her baby father for her own miscarriage? Read further in Bubble’s Baby.
Why did Myra return to Jamaica after she had run away from Dixie? Read further in the Story of Dixie Jonas.
What did Phyllis tell Dally about his wife, Myrtle, and why did he leave Kingston so suddenly? All told, in The Story of Dally Gray.
When Son Tai was murdered, suspicions immediately fell on some unemployed, suspicious looking men about the place. What did the Corporal find when he began his investigations? Read the full story in Son Tai’s Murder.
Why was Celestine so determined to find out who had stolen her money? Read more in The Iniquity Workers.
Will Wally finally get the girl of his dreams or will he let her slip through his grasp like the others? Read more in The Inheritance.

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Mancunians: 24 Hours in 7 Stories

About Mancunians: 24 Hours in 7 Stories:

Mancunians reveal’s the warm beauty of humankind and the wonder of ordinary life,
despite their flaws and hardships.
Mancunians is a collection of intertwined stories telling the events of one day and
particularly one night in Manchester. The characters range in their age, occupation, and
motivation. But each has the power to stir emotions in the reader, be it a laugh or a
heartache. The reader may joyfully discover the connections between the stories and
how people are important in each other’s lives, sometimes without knowing.

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A Grave Every Mile: A Pioneer Western Adventure by David Fitz-Gerald

A Grave Every Mile: A Pioneer Western Adventure by David Fitz-Gerald

Embark on a harrowing trek across the rugged American frontier in 1850. Your wagon awaits, and the untamed wilderness calls. This epic western adventure will test the mettle of even the bravest souls.

Dorcas Moon and her family set forth in search of opportunity and a brighter future. Yet, what awaits them is a relentless gauntlet of life-threatening challenges: miserable weather, ravenous insects, scorching sunburns, and unforgiving terrain. It’s not merely a battle for survival but a test of their unity and sanity.

Amidst the chaos, Dorcas faces ceaseless trials: her husband’s unending bickering, her daughter’s descent into madness, and the ever-present danger of lethal rattlesnakes, intensifying the peril with each step. The specter of death looms large, with diseases spreading and the eerie howls of rabid wolves piercing the night. Will the haunting image of wolves desecrating a grave push Dorcas over the edge?

With each mile, the migration poses a haunting question: Who will endure the relentless quest to cross the continent, and who will leave their bones to rest beside the trail? The pathway is bordered by graves, a chilling reminder of the steep cost of dreams.

A Grave Every Mile marks the commencement of an unforgettable saga. Start reading Ghosts Along the Oregon Trail now to immerse yourself in an expedition where every decision carries the weight of life, death, and the pursuit of a brighter future along the Oregon Trail.

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The Flowers of Evil – Les Fleurs du Mal : (Bilingual Edition – French and English) (French Edition)

About The Flowers of Evil – Les Fleurs du Mal : (Bilingual Edition – French and English) (French Edition):

“In this atrocious book, I put all my heart” – BAUDELAIRE (1821-1867)
Atrocious ? Indeed, you will discover all the perversion that lurks in “Les Fleurs du mal”, including in the 6 poems condemned and censored by the courts for offending public morality.

“Both deeply disturbing and deeply moving, a book that explores the dark side of human nature with brutal honesty.” – SYLVIA PLATH, poet and novelist.

Baudelaire is considered one of the greatest French poets of all time, famous for his rich, subversive, melodic poems that revolutionized poetry.

“It was Baudelaire who created modern poetry” – T.S. ELIOT, poet, essayist, editor, playwright, literary critic and editor.

This bilingual version has been carefully crafted to give you the most complete reading experience possible.
The 1861 edition has been chosen as the definitive edition.
Unlike the 1857 and 1868 editions (Baudelaire having died in 1867).

The translation is as direct as possible to preserve the flavor and emotions of Baudelaire’s words.

388 footnotes have also been added to explain you the context and meaning of the references used by Baudelaire.

! Please note that for technical reasons, the Kindle version does not display the translation side by side with the text, and the footnotes are all at the end !

The formatting has been carefully done for an optimal reading experience :
Each poem has a separate page.
The structure in stanzas and strophes is perfectly respected.
There is a complete and accurate table of contents.

Beware of other less scrupulous editions, which have not taken care of the formatting.

“This is a book that should be read over and over again. It is a book that will always reveal new things to the reader, a book that will always surprise and delight.” – JEAN-PAUL SARTRE, philosopher, playwright and novelist

You will discover Baudelaire’s poetry in a new light.

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