The heated national conversation about gender equality and women in the workforce is something that women in academia have been concerned with and writing about for at least a decade. Overall, the conversation has focused on identifying how women in general and mothers in particular fair in the academy as a whole, as well as offering tips on how to maximize success. Aside from a long-standing field-specific debate in anthropology, rare are the volumes focusing on the particulars of motherh...

Dragons of Old Return in this Epic Fantasy Adventure - In times of rapid change, those who do not adapt, perish...Catrin Volker struggles to regain her strength as her foes go in search of even greater power. Ancient enemies threaten, forgotten alliances emerge, and legends of dragons echo from the past.Dragon Ore is the exciting conclusion of The Dawning of Power, a magical epic fantasy trilogy.

A charismatic young writer reinvents the gothic novel, bringing a fresh energy to our darkest myths and deepest horrors in an expectation-defying tale of adolescent deception, ravenous violence, and rumors of werewolves.The body of a young girl is found mangled and murdered in the woods of Hemlock Grove, Pennsylvania, in the shadow of the abandoned Godfrey Steel Mill. A manhunt ensues—though the authorities aren’t sure if it’s a man they should be looking for.Some suspect a...

Epic Fantasy Adventure filled with magic, intrigue, and dragons.The world is changing. Will you rise, or will you fall?Catrin Volker never dreamed she was destined for greatness. A simple farm girl and skilled horse trainer, her life was one of peace—until the return of the legendary comet storm, Istra, Goddess of the Night. As the skies ignite, so does something deep within humanity, unlocking incredible powers thought long lost.Ma...

Epic Fantasy Complete Trilogy Box Set - Power is back and no one is prepared...In a world bereft of magic, young horse trainer Catrin discovers an extraordinary ancient power within her. Comets herald the return of a goddess, dragons, and other legends in this enchanting tale of discovery.This captivating young adult epic fantasy series includes:The Dawning of Power trilogy: Call of the Herald,

Dragons of Epic Young Adult Fantasy Adventure await! - "In the fields of heaven are sown the seeds of stars, and some go astray..."Armed only with artifacts he's powerless to use, Sinjin Volker must change the world by first changing himself.Regal is book six of the World of Godsland fantasy series and is the much anticipated conclusion of The Balance of Power trilogy.

Grumpy Dragons - Firman the Fibber: Teaching Kids Why Telling the Truth Just Makes SenseDoes your child have a propensity to lie when a misdeed has been uncovered?Help your child see the practical benefits of telling the truth with this engaging tale of a little dragon caught in a fib. Brightly colored, fully illustrated pictures captivate youngsters, giving you the opportunity to instill the timeless lesson that consequences are u...

This “must-read” (Jack Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author) is a CIA espionage thriller that follows a shadow operative investigating a conspiracy with worldwide implications from the author of the “fierce, relentless beast of a novel” (Tess Gerritsen, New York Times bestselling author) Sleeping Bear.Set a trap… See who comes.Under the direction of the Special Activities Center in the Operations Directorate of the CIA, over...

Dragons and magic await.Dragons of Dawn is an epic saga that contains three novels that are prequels to the World of Godsland fantasy series. Each is a great place to start the series or to continue the adventure.Dragon Airways - Lured by ancient magic, a boy with special needs and unusual talents becomes valuable to both sides of the war. Fleeing those sent to capture him, he and his sister board Dragon Airways....

Epic Fantasy Adventure for Teens and AdultsCatrin Volker’s dreams of a peaceful life training horses are not to be. While trying to save her friend from bullies, Catrin unknowingly triggers powerful, ancient magic. Her quest for peace captures the imagination with fantastical landscapes, magic, and dragons.The Dawning of Power trilogy*: Call of the Herald, Inherited Danger, Dragon Ore*The Balance of Power trilog...

Romance and mystery await in this fantasy adventure.Against her will, Gwendolin Ahlgren leaves home to join a monastery and meets the love of her life. Life and love aren't always what one expects. Gwen faces difficult choices and must understand the true meaning of love if she's to fulfill her destiny.This epic fantasy series includes:The Dawning of Power trilogy: Call of the Herald (...

Dragons of Epic Young Adult Fantasy Adventure await in this complete trilogy. “Wisdom is the reward for surviving our own stupidity…”The world is complacent despite Catrin Volker's warnings. When the darkness of her visions comes to pass, no one is prepared, and the fate of humanity and that of the dragons rest in her hands.The Balance of Power trilogy is the much anticipated continuation of the World of Godsland young adult fant...