Gardiner's manufacturing and transportation advantages during the first half of the 20th century created one of the strongest local economies in the state. The city seal, adopted in 1849 when Gardiner became a city, flawlessly depicts the characteristics that shaped the community. Featured prominently on the seal is a river with falls to power manufacturing. A vessel represents transportation and trade, while an idealized city in the background reveals prosperous factories and commercial b...

Grant Cannon’s father left a hardscrabble East Texas farm for the Colorado gold fields in the 1860s. After two years of waiting, their mother left for San Francisco and Grant and his brother headed west to look for their father, Dale. They stumble on a collection of homesteads that the residents, mostly former slaves, call Freedom Town. They stay there for several years, thinking that Dale is dead.Dale had been shot and robbed but survived three years alone in the mountains with amn...

An exciting cookbook packed with 100 dinner recipes that are organic, creative, and delicious—from the author of Naturally, Delicious Desserts."This [is an] appetizing collection of vegetarian dishes. A wealth of appealing all-star veggie entrees are on offer. . . . Those looking to take their veggie game to the next level will delight in this good-for-you collection." — Publishers WeeklyNaturally, Danny Seo editor-...

An "accessible collection of health-conscious desserts" from the sustainable-lifestyle expert, NBC host, and author of Naturally, Delicious ( Publishers Weekly).The Editor-in-Chief of Naturally, Danny Seo presents an exciting cookbook packed with approximately one hundred dessert and sweet treat recipes from the magazine that are organic, creative, and delicious.Packed with real nutritional value, these sweets don't skimp on taste...

Even though I am mostly known for science fiction and mystery, I occasionally write a romance short story. I wrote this story for Book Twelve of the Year of the Cat.Dannie lives in a shelter. Saying much more would ruin the story.

The Cutting Edge of Modern Short FictionA three-time Hugo Award nominated magazine, this issue of Pulphouse Fiction Magazine offers up ten fantastic stories by some of the best writers working in modern short fiction.No genre limitations, no topic limitations, just great stories. Attitude, feel, and high-quality fiction equals Pulphouse."This is definitely a strong start. All the stories have a lot of life to them, and are worthwhile reading." —Tangent Online on Pulpho...

On the Street Where You Live is a cozy audio novel by the creator of one of the world’s most popular sleep podcasts, Nothing Much Happens, and invites listeners into the warmly interconnected lives of a dozen neighbors in a charming village.On the idyllic tree-lined streets of the Village of Nothing Much, the leaves are starting to change, and the first hint of autumn chill drifts through the air.Peeking through the windows, you may find the Books...

Vårt Högsby var både tryggt och kvävande på samma gång. Här söp man för mycket men det var ingenting att bråka om. Här hade flickorna haft samma frisyrer sen 1983. Här bar pojkarna AC/DC-tröjor och spottade snus ur gluggarna mellan tänderna.Korsfästa katter, våldsamma självmord och en märkliga mardrömmar. Något fasansfullt är på gång att ske i den småländska idyllen Högsby.Johan Ring är ett nytt stjärnskott på skräckhimlen. Om du gillar Stephen King och John Ajvide Lindqvis...

The Cutting Edge of Modern Short FictionA three-time Hugo Award nominated magazine, this issue of Pulphouse Fiction Magazine offers up ten fantastic stories by some of the best writers working in modern short fiction.No genre limitations, no topic limitations, just great stories. Attitude, feel, and high-quality fiction equals Pulphouse.“This is definitely a strong start. All the stories have a lot of life to them, and are worthwhile reading.” —Tangent Online on Pulpho...

This is a fun little side story that delves into the lives of the Ivy House Crew.Edgar does not cheat in flower shows. He might use a magically enhanced serum, but anyone could do that. It's not his fault the other competitors don’t know magic exists!But when the Ivy House crew goes to the pre-show to support him, it becomes clear that someone should've been watching Edgar much more carefully. What he's done is way worse than overgrown flora.While Jessie is dealing ...

"She must learn to fly, but can she withstand the allure of the handsome new teacher?The decision has been made. Jessie has taken the magic, and all the weird that goes with it. Including wings. There's only one problem - she can't figure out how to access them.Through a series of terrible decisions, Jessie realizes she must ask for help. Gargoyle help.But she could've never predicted who answers her call - he's an excellent flier, incredibly patient, and a good tra...

"Jessie is well on her way to learning her new life and settling in.The tough alpha, Austin, has joined her team, and she has painstakingly learned to fly. At the moment, life couldn’t get any better. But it can get a whole lot…more irritating.Her parents have decided to visit. They don’t know anything about magic, about Jessie’s new digs, or about the crazy crew living in and around Jessie’s house. She must do everything in her power to keep the truth away from them. Which...