A novel set in the underbelly of upstate New York that's as hardboiled and punchy as a swift right hook to the jaw, a classic noir for fans of James Ellroy and John D. Macdonald.Isaiah Coleridge is a mob enforcer in Alaska--he's tough, seen a lot, and dished out more. But when he forcibly ends the money-making scheme of a made man, he gets in the kind of trouble that can lead to a bullet behind the ear.Saved by the grace of his boss and exiled to upstate Ne...

A SPECIAL EDITIONA Russian MCBarron (Red) Valerian, Prez of theHell's Bloodhounds MC gets his cycle stolen.When he and his men find the thief, his whole life changes. As a consequence, his MC has to fight for their lives, as an old enemy from Mother Russia comes to call.******************This series book came from a Chapter Story that was written 2 chapters a week as my readers read along with it at my Website. They took the journey of spinn...

Barron Cross thought he’d found his mate in Caitlynn. She had come into his life when he was at a low point, and they seemed to click. But lately, he just wasn’t sure. Something about her was—off. Little things started to show up in her mannerisms and personality that were bringing out a true monster. She had to go.Willow was raised by an Indian tribe in the mountains Barron called home. When Willow rescued Barron from a bear trap that would have maimed him for his entire immortal ...

Ex-mob enforcer Isaiah Coledrige has hung out a shingle as a private eye in New York's Hudson Valley, and in his newest case, a seemingly simple murder investigation leads him to the most terrifying enemy he has ever facedWhen a small-time criminal named Harold Lee turns up in the Ashokan reservoir--sans a heartbeat, head, or hands--the local mafia capo hires Isaiah Coleridge to look into the matter. The mob likes crime, but only the crime it controls . . . and as ...

This multiple award-winning anthology of twenty psychological and supernatural horror stories explores the outer limits of fear.To create this volume, renowned horror editor Ellen Datlow wrote to her favorite authors asking for stories that would "provide the reader with a frisson of shock, or a moment of dread so powerful it might cause the reader outright physical discomfort; or a sensation of fear so palpable that the reader feels impelled to turn up the lights v...

She's had the Baby, you're a daddy -- now what? James Barron draws on his own experience, the experiences of countless others, and on insights from mothers on what they think new fathers should know to offer advice on balancing the demands of being a good father and a good husband, from the infant through the toddler years. He includes tips on:recapturing the romantic days of just the two of youvacationing with toddlersdistinguishing between needing to cal...

James Douglas Barron offers humorous, practical advice for the guy who has trouble making commitment. Telling his one story of dating and engagement, he tackles the problems that plague millions of men: "Is She The One?" "No Other Woman for the Rest of My Life?" "Will We Love Each Other When We're Shriveled Up Old Raisins?" Barron gives the quick, invaluable tips on how to get over the hurdle of proposal, engagement, planning the wedding, and getting to the altar.

In Powerful Learning, Linda Darling-Hammond and an impressive list of co-authors offer a clear, comprehensive, and engaging exploration of the most effective classroom practices. They review, in practical terms, teaching strategies that generate meaningful K–2 student understanding, and occur both within the classroom walls and beyond. The book includes rich stories, as well as online videos of innovative classrooms and schools, that show how students who are taught well are able ...

This illustrated social-emotional learning and interactive text for children is part of a six-book collection for beginners and adult learners. In this book, Elijah the Eagle learns of short “e” and long “e” vowels and that dreams are free. He also knows that there are many rules at school and that the rules order the steps of good students. The text's interactive nature encourages active participation, making the learning process more engaging for the reader: singing, drawing, writing, an...

This illustrated social-emotional learning and interactive text for children is part of a six-book collection for beginners and adult learners of reading. In this book, Otis the Ox loves his family, has family values, and likes to go. He has his shoes on his happy feet, and no job is too harsh on him. The text's interactive nature encourages active participation, making the learning process more engaging for the reader: singing, drawing, writing, and coloring.The partnership betwee...

This illustrated social-emotional learning and interactive text for children is part of a six-book collection for beginners and adult learners. In the book Ruth the Unique, Ruth has everything within her arm's reach, and the rules measure her room and home. She has no clue of the feuds her few neighbors and the universe often rescue. Ruth the Unique has a brother named You, and he is a typical four-year-old. You looks cute with his missing tooth, and he enjoys running and walking with his ...

This illustrated social-emotional learning and interactive text for children is part of a six-book collection for beginners and adult learners of reading. In this book, Mike the Dolphin enjoys swimming and has small ears that process and decipher sound much faster than many of his friends but not better than his mom and dad. He can listen and act quickly on questions and answers. The text's interactive nature encourages active participation, making the learning process more engaging for th...