This issue of Eric Flint's 1632 & Beyond is the first one in which all the stories focus on a single theme. That is Redbird Institute, a new STEM, arts, and vacation venue a few miles east of the Ring of Fire.State Library Papers(Non-Fiction)This is our first issue that opens with a non-fiction article. It's "What is Redbird?" by Bethanne Kim. It's background information for the entire issue.Redbird Reader(Fiction...

This issue was not planned with a theme. Nor did we pick stories because they matched. In fact, no one even noticed until the stories were back from the proofreaders. Every single one answers the question, "Whatever happened to _____?"Twenty-five years ago, in Chapter 4 of 1632, Balthazar and Rebecca Abrabanel's carriage driver fled. David Hankins tells the driver's story in "The Abrabanel Rescue." This is David' Hankins first 1632 story. Dominik Wagner, a simple coachman, must fin...

This is a reissue of the first half of A 1632 Christmas, one of the last Ring of Fire Press books Eric worked on. The second half is Special Issue 2, December 2024. These stories range from Grantville, through Germany, to Sweden and even farther.Garrett W. Vance's "A Christmas in Wonderland Isles" takes us back to Pam Miller and all the other wonderful people working to save the dodo bird in Wonderland Isles. In George Grant's "A Christmas for Kjell", we celebrate Saint Lucia in Sw...

New York Narratives: A 40-Book Library of Old New York Stories & Novels presents a compelling tapestry of urban life, threading together the vibrant hustle and transformative tales of Old New York. This anthology combines a rich diversity of literary styles, ranging from the gritty realism of city life to the romantic and social complexities that color the metropolis. It stands as a monumental tribute to the cultural and literary dynamics of an era when New York was both a beacon of promis...

Tales of Old New York: A 40-Book Collection is an enthralling compendium that transports readers to the bustling streets and intimate corners of New York City. This collection is a vibrant tapestry that weaves together the trials, dreams, and everyday lives of New Yorkers, offering a window into the city's enduring allure and complex history. With standout stories that capture the highs and lows of urban existence, from children trying to earn a dime by selling newspapers on the street to ...

Passive Income Strategies Bundle: 2 in 1 Bundle, Passive Income Freedom and Make Money While SleepingFinding a business that can continuously give you passive income is the holy grail most entrepreneurs are looking for. They want to be able to set up a business that doesn't require much effort on their part in the end so they could free their time to do other things they want to do. But it's called a holy grail for a reason because it can be difficult to find a business that would c...

Free-spirited Marabel must defy expectations to rescue her brother--and their kingdom--in this charming, action-packed, and magical story perfect for fans of Ella Enchanted and Dealing with Dragons.In Magikos, life is dictated by the Book of Fate's ancient predictions, including the birth of a royal Chosen One who will save the realm. Princess Marabel has grown up in the shadow of her twin brother, Marco, who everyone assumes is the true Chosen On...

In her original author’s note to the 1999 edition, Akilah Oliver writes,“What I am trying to do in these poems is investigate the non-linear synapses between desire, memory, blackness (as both a personal identity and a non-essentialist historical notion), sexuality and language.” the she said dialogues: flesh memory proves to be not only still timely twenty years later, but essential reading for understanding intersectional politics and poetics in our current moment.

This book hails from decades of challenging trial-and-error work, abundant reading, and an enduring obligation to ministers, activists, and unsung lay heroes whose legacies matter. As there is little that actually addresses the elusive meanings, if not the dangers inherent in pursuing alleged spoils of "success," it is kairos time. Seemingly scarce resources and competition to make and maintain ministries in the city challenge those of us in the field, or on the sidelines, to speak, write,...

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Heres a formula for excitement: Take a retired (and slightly bored) legal professional with an abiding love of his wife, Ann, a passion for gardening, creative skills ranging from embroidery to arc welding and lots and lots of imagination. The result is Troll Knoll. Nearly everything within the confines of this 20-acre estate - from its spectacular botanical display to its mythical mischievous inhabitants - is what John Morris calls, A conceptual metaphor. All of these things, he says, ref...

"Secrets and Betrayals"Jaded and misunderstood, is there a reason why heiress, Lorelei Sampson, A.K.A. The Ice Princesss, went***Off The Chain?***Beginning from her roots in New York, hang on tight for a roller coaster ride of twists to understand why a series of betrayals, decisions and secrets led her to where she is today. Can she go from heartache and bitterness to true love? Is there a redemptive solution for her? Can people really change?...