Fleeing a neighborhood bully, a brother and sister stumble into an ancient quest and now they must escape far more powerful enemies. This exciting story engages young readers as they follow Nomi and Emmet as they go adventuring through the Bible—unlocking secret riddles and following the path of the Serpent Slayer. As readers journey through time and place with Nomi and Emmet, they'll see how God conquers evil, slays the Serpent, and rescues his people.The Serpent Slayer and th...

Colditz Castle was Nazi Germany’s infamous ‘escape-proof’ wartime prison, where hundreds of the most determined and resourceful Allied prisoners were sent. Despite having more guards than inmates, Australian Lieutenant Jack Champ and other prisoners tirelessly carried out their campaign to escape from the massive floodlit stronghold, by any means necessary.In this riveting account – by turns humorous, heartfelt and tragic – historian Colin Burgess and Lieutenant Jack Champ, from th...

Anyone who thinks that Human Resources is boring or transactional clearly is not paying attention. The classic answer to just about every Human Resources issue is "it depends," and this collection of case studies demonstrates how different circumstances, different contexts, or different cultures and laws can affect the outcome of any scenario. Intended for Human Resources students or any professional looking to increase their employee relations skills, the case studies in this collection w...

Join former forest manager Champ Zumbrun as he traverses hidden trails to tell the remarkable story of Green Ridge State Forest.Green Ridge State Forest is a haven of calm and natural beauty among the Appalachians of western Maryland. This land was once the frontier of the nation, and trailblazers such as Thomas Cresap and George Washington were among the first Europeans to discover its wonders: the swift Potomac, the flowering dogwood and pine in the mountain reac...

The first thought, when contemplating a new study of the Great Western Railway locomotive fleet, must surely be to ask what can there be left to say? But there is no single source which gives a general introduction to the Great Western locomotive fleet. There are monographs on individual classes, an excellent multi-volume detail study from the RCTS, and superb collections of photographs, but nothing that brings it all together. This work is intended to provide that general introduction.The...

"She stopped me in my tracks. Made me think twice about sitting at the bar and ordering that drink. Alcohol can make me stupid and sloppy. And, when drinking, I had a habit of falling in love. I didn't want to fall in love with Frankie. I guessed she could break my heart."

"BROKEN BREAD FROM AN EVANGELISTS WALLET" by THOMAS CHAMPNESS is a classic work that represents the essence of its genre. This book offers readers an engaging experience, reflecting the author’s distinctive style, depth, and vision.

Celebrate God’s good design for boys! Fun, upbeat and faithful, this kids' book will excite readers with a positive vision of boyhood they’ll want to return to again and again.Children will see that...God gives boys strength with which to servemen in the Bible served God in all sorts of waysGod’s design for boys brings lots of joyThe repeated, action-oriented refrain “High-five, praise God, and shout for joy, because it’s good to be ...

Approaching the Cosmos Hotel is a compendium of travels, an odyssey through much of the world over many years, a memoir that explores events, cultures, gastronomy, architecture and art through the critical lens of a man who doesn't take himself too seriously. Robert Champ's experiences humorously expose the fools, hypocrites and outr characters he encounters: out-of-their-element expats in Mexico and Spain, tourists in Russia or China who might better have stayed ...

The adventures of a bicyclist in his sixties and how he was able to ride a bicycle across the United States. Overcoming many obstaclesphysical, mental, geographical, to name a fewthe book illustrates how one person overcame these obstacles. Descriptions of the beauty of the landscape, historical sites, and interaction with people met along the way makes this book an enjoyable reading experience sure to motivate and inspire.

This is a book to help you learn to play the piano. It is not a 'Learn the Piano in Ten Easy Lessons' tutor - plenty of those exist - but an adventure introducing you to the world of music and stirring your imagination. Beginning with simple pieces, as you are fed with more knowledge the compositions become more advanced. They are all by composers whose works range from a 14th century Venetian dance to a 20th century South American tango. Your journey takes you through sixty-eight pieces w...

In "Broken Bread, from an Evangelist's Wallet," Thomas Champness delivers a poignant exploration of faith and social responsibility, blending narrative and reflection in a style reminiscent of Victorian sermons. This collection of essays and observations draws upon Champness's extensive experiences as an evangelist, addressing the moral imperatives surrounding poverty and community service while employing vivid imagery and accessible language to engage a broad audience. The book situates i...