"The happy events, the human asides, historic happenings, and family legends . . . make its pages delightful to read. Smith writes warmly and with an easy appreciative wit." -The TennesseeanCentral Tennessee is a fascinating and historic area. Home to Andrew Jackson and James K. Polk, it was a major battleground during the Civil War. Majestic Middle Tennessee looks at ninety-five glorious antebellum homes in the central Tennessee region. Featured here are the sumptuous Rattle and S...

Uncovers a daring SOE mission in 1941 Southern Thailand, where civilians and soldiers bravely fought Japan's invasion.Southern Thailand, 1941. This is the story of Operation Cleeves. A daring and long forgotten SOE Far East mission, where a handful of tin miners risked their lives fighting against the onslaught of Japan on the eve of World War Two in Southeast Asia. Using declassified documents, previously undiscovered records and extensive original research, Kate ...

She will break the rules to find answers…Phoenix Reykill can’t stop thinking about the world she wasn’t meant to see—the hidden realm that brushed against her awareness before vanishing like a dream. The more she tries to ignore it, the stronger the pull becomes, until she makes a dangerous choice: break the rules and follow the call… wherever it leads.Adam Jefe is tired of living in the long shadow of his legendary parents. What he wants—what he’s never been brave enough t...

Embark on heartwarming and thrilling adventures with S.E. Smith's vibrant characters as they navigate surprising twists and deep family bonds across interstellar and magical realms.Skeeter's Halloween Treat (Zion Series): Skeeter, Krac, and Bulldog embark on a Halloween adventure that unexpectedly deepens their family bonds and leads to surprising discoveries.Date Night (Alliance Series): Amidst the challenges of interstellar parenthood, a couple's romantic evening ...

**Includes a special introduction by USA TODAY bestselling author, Mia Sosa, author of The Worst Best Man and The Wedding Crasher!It’s the end of the world as they know it—or so they think…**When an international warning siren accidentally goes off, convincing everyone that a meteor shower may just be the end of life as they know it, six couples—friends, exes, crushes and rivals—must take shelter. Inhibitions are abandoned, confessions are made and love bl...

Survival will unite two species that were once enemies… Tracy Bearclaw, an anthropologist dedicated to studying the extinct human race, has explored the harshest and most remote locations on Earth. Her world is turned upside down when her brother discovers an injured human right in their backyard. Driven by her passion for humanity, Tracy ventures into the wilds of Olympic National Park in search of a reclusive human clan.Mitchell grew up hearing tales of the bruta...

This new collection reveals the vitality of the intellectual and creative work of Native women today. The authors examine the avenues that Native American women have chosen for creative, cultural, and political expressions, and discuss the points of convergence between Native American feminisms and other feminisms. Individual contributors articulate their positions around issues such as identity, community, sovereignty, culture, and representation. This engaging volume crystallizes the myr...

When a doorway between worlds opens and unites two lives, anything is possible…Since she was a child, Wynter Stormhold’s curious nature has taken her to far-off worlds. In one world, she touches the life of a young human boy. In another, she finds her most trusted friend, a stone dragon she calls Pow-pow. Hiding her growing powers from her mage family started out as a childish prank, but now she uses them to go on secret adventures.Sheikh Khalid el...

Whether you crave forbidden love, magical second chances, or mysteries cloaked in shadows, you'll find it all in Secrets We Keep. This fantasy and paranormal romance anthology featuring nine unforgettable stories about secrets that shape the fates of those daring enough to confront their deepest desires.Fallen by AK NevermoreA fugitive angel must choose between saving her skin or risking everything for redemption.The Wolf's Match by Amanda R...

In "Outlines of the Women's Franchise Movement in New Zealand," William Sidney Smith intricately details the historical evolution of women's suffrage in New Zealand, marking it as a pivotal moment in the global movement for women's rights. Employing a rich narrative style that combines thorough research with engaging prose, Smith delves into the socio-political landscape of 19th-century New Zealand, exploring key figures and events that shaped the franchise movement. His meticulous analysi...

When a doorway between worlds opens and unites two lives, anything is possible …Since she was a child, Wynter Stormhold’s curious nature has taken her to far-off worlds. In one world, she touches the life of a human boy. In another, she finds her most trusted friend, a stone dragon she calls Pow-pow. Hiding her growing powers from her mage family started out as a childish prank, but now she uses them to go on secret adventures.Sheikh Khalid el Amid’s life changes forever wh...

When a King Finds His Queen…King Or’Ang LaNault’s search for a bride has left him weary and disheartened. As the powerful ruler of a prosperous kingdom—one rich in both wealth and a hidden, mythical power—he must tread carefully, knowing that few can be trusted with his heart. Yet a chance encounter with a spirited human woman, whose boldness, kindness, and thirst for adventure catch him off guard, has him wondering if a shifter king could truly choose a human as his queen....