It was about 0215 hours when I was awoken by the first rocket hitting the camp, shortly followed by the second one. I know this because I felt the BOOM! in my chest. A feeling that I had not experienced since I was living on the airfield in Mogadishu, a feeling that I rather hoped I would never have to experience again . . . Seconds later, the Kandahar Airfield air-raid siren sounded . . .Retired Captain Adam J. Webb provides a genuine glimpse into life in the Canadian Armed Forces...

In a broken world the small Kingdom of Chardour fights for survival. Desperate to form alliances before neighboring kingdoms devour its riches and people, the princess – left alone after a tragic accident – strikes a deal at great personal cost.Never meant to rule, Eliza has little time to learn, and even less time to accommodate her grief, if she wants to step up and lead her Kingdom.Can she unify her divided people and keep them safe from the brewing war around them? Or w...

Mike Shepherd—self-proclaimed Chicago’s number one private detective—never expects his next case to blow past him on the freeway. But when fugitive Ferlin Husky Lewis speeds into view, Mike sees more than a criminal… he sees a payday he desperately needs. The pursuit costs him everything: his only decent suit, a crucial date with Diana, and any chance of keeping this case under control. Because Lewis isn’t just running—he’s leaving a trail of bodies behind him. As the killer stays one step...

Chase Anderson, wounded in Afghanistan, gets a rebuilt knee and falls for his surgeon. They marry, but nine months later, she’s raped and murdered as she planned a meal to let Chase know he would be a dad. The killer's DNA left at the scene is compromised by the Chicago Police and a one-year sentence for breaking and entering is too much for Chase to accept. Chase leaves no evidence when he drowns the killer in the man’s bathtub. The twin brothers of the killer, who work for a Chicago crim...

A joyful abc celebration of LGBTQ+ vocabulary for kids of all ages!This alphabet book features bright illustrations and an inclusive message about the beauty of embracing one's truest selfA playdate extravaganza transforms into a celebration of friendship, love, and identity as 4 friends sashay out of all the closets, dress up in a wardrobe fit for kings and queens, and discover the wonder of imagination.From A is for Ally

In Slaves, Women & Homosexuals William J. Webb tackles some of the most complex and controversial issues that have challenged the Christian church--and still do.He leads you through the maze of interpretation that has historically surrounded understanding of slaves, women and homosexuals, and he evaluates various approaches to these and other biblical-ethical teachings. Throughout, Webb attempts to "work out the hermeneutics involved in distinguishing that which is merely ...

The City Beyond the Last GateThe Chronicles of Blackwater — Book 2M.J. WebbThe gates were never meant to open this far.Jack Mercer thought surviving Blackwater had taught him the rules. He was wrong.Beyond the Last Gate lies a network older and more dangerous than anything Jack and his companions have encountered—a vast system of Anchors, forgotten civilisations and fractured realities, all connected by a hist...

This story is based on a fable from one of the world's ancient works of literature, ‘The Mahabharat.' It is a fascinating tale about two brothers who constantly bicker over trivial matters. One day, amid a heated argument, they curse each other to become a turtle and an elephant. Much to their surprise, their curses come true, and they find themselves in a forest, unable to communicate.As the story progresses, we witness the consequences of hostility among family members. The story...

This story is based on a fable from one of the world's ancient works of literature, 'Mahabharata.’ The story is a perfect example of how greed and selfishness can lead to a total loss. It revolves around a cunning and greedy older man who believes that outliving everyone is the world’s greatest achievement. One day, he approaches the king and asks for half of the kingdom as a reward for his so-called achievement. However, the wise minister of the king intervenes and gives him a fitting ans...

This fable is inspired by one of the world’s ancient works of literature ‘Mahabharat.’This is a fascinating story of an arrogant crow and a graceful swan. The crow grows confident by feeding on rich and delicious but leftover food. This story beautifully depicts how a wise and graceful swan defeated the crow that fed fat with the leftovers.The story also highlights the importance of casting off pride, which can lead one to a peaceful life.Ultimately, the swan and the crow d...

This is the story of a young girl named Putty and the delightful stories her grandmother would share with her every time she came to visit.This story beautifully describes the virtues of Time and Opportunity. Through this story, Grandma tells little Putty the importance of yielding to superiors at home, school, or theworkplace.The illustration in this book beautifully depicts the story and brings it to life.

This story is based on one of the world’s ancient works of literature ‘The Mahabharat.’It is the story of a fox widely known for its selfish and self-centered behavior. The fox always put its interests above everything else and had a sharp intellect and cunning mind that it used to manipulate others. The illustrations in the tale vividly depict how the fox used its intelligence to its advantage.In the story, the fox goes on a hunt for a deer. It cleverly uses other animals'...