Floral Odyssey: 7 Books Exploring the World of Flowers presents a thoughtfully curated selection that delves into the vibrant and intricate world of flowers through a myriad of literary styles and eras. This anthology masterfully captures the timeless allure of flora, ranging from poetry and botanical sketches to in-depth scientific explorations and historical accounts. Each piece offers a unique glimpse into the ethereal beauty and complex ecosystem of flowers, from their symbolic resonan...

He sees you when you’re sleeping, he knows when you're awake, he knows if you've been bad or good... so be a good little Vixen.A naughty retelling of the 12 days of Christmas written by A. Alatorre, A. Smith, & C. HebertTROPES: Mafia Romance, Stalking, Kidnapping, Forbidden Romance, Jealous Ex, Touch Her and Die, Praise/Punishment, Possessive MMC, Naughty/Nice, "Who hurt you?", Bondage, "you're mine", Age Gap, Alpha Male, and Dual POV.TRIGGERS: Abusive relationship,...

They call him Jig Dragonslayer - and who is he to deny a legend. After all, common sense - something in very short supply among goblins - has a lot to do with Jig's continued existence. Though he's been captured by adventures and dragged unwillingly along on their foolish quest, he's survived both the Necromancer and the Dragon. If people want to insist he's a hero, he isn't going to fight about it. But the trouble with being labeled a hero is that everyone expects you to keep doing heroic...

For better or worse… That was the promise Denver and Kensa made, but it’s a sentiment they’ve somehow lost along the way. What started as a passionate wildfire has diminished to a flicker, all but snuffed out by unspoken fears, perceived betrayal, and a complete breakdown in communication. Can either of them tuck their ego away long enough to rekindle their flame?

If you think it's hard being a hobgoblin or a human, try living a goblin's life for a while. In fact, try imagining what it's like to be the runtiest goblin in the caves, the lone worshiper of a god who's been forgotten for a good reason, and the target everyone points to at the first hint of trouble. Try picturing yourself as Jig Dragonslayer, and see how you like it... Despite impossible odds, Jig was still alive. He'd survived an adventurer's quest against a dragon and a necromancer, a ...

A priest who, already suffering at the tendrils of his own doubts, gets drawn into a world of covert darkness after discovering a hidden letter in the depths of an old church. The letter seems to hold a key to an ancient mystery that has been hidden from mankind. Knowing this mystery will open the eyes of the beholder, but once open they will never close again.A successful trader working for a city bank hides a dark secret. Finding himself at the point of despair he asks for help. ...

Part 1 of a 3 part series...An ancient secret has been hidden from you. Knowing this secret will open your eyes, but once open they will never close again.A priest who, already suffering at the tendrils of his own doubts, gets drawn into a world of mystery and a covert darkness that permeates our society after discovering a hidden letter in the depths of an old church.A successful trader who works for a city bank seems to have it all, but if you were to scratch bene...

The Essential LDS Collection is a compelling anthology that delves into the rich traditions and teachings of the Latter-day Saints movement, presenting an eclectic range of literary styles and themes. This compilation, drawn from the works of seminal writers, offers a multifaceted exploration of the doctrines, history, and cultural narratives that have shaped the LDS faith. The pieces in this collection span from personal reflections and theological discussions to historical accounts, each...

Everything is all fun and games until living on the "wild" side becomes the rule instead of the exception. It's good to be bad... within reason, of course. And in this case? It's very, very good.

Do you think that the qualities of good writing are culture specific or universal?This reflective question and many others await your discussion and analysis in this revised edition of TESOL Press’s best-selling Teaching Writing, which explores different approaches to teaching writing in second language classrooms. This volume contains a new chapter, Designing Writing Assignments. New references and updated research, as well as lesson plans for teachers at...

Human civilization didn't just fall. It was pushed.The Krakau came to Earth in the year 2104. By 2105, humanity had been reduced to shambling, feral monsters. In the Krakau's defense, it was an accident, and a century later, they did come back and try to fix us. Sort of.It's been four months since Marion “Mops” Adamopoulos learned the truth of that accident. Four months since she and her team of hygiene and sanitation specialists stole the EMCS Pufferfish and stopped a biot...

Some say he's still out thereOne thousand years ago in the city of Libalele, magic was declared a crime, and the magician Iwizadi was imprisoned by his brother Umwahu for his magic power. He outlived Umwahu and escaped from his cell, but by that time there was no magic left in the city or its people. Iwizadi disappeared with his secret book, and nobody knows what happened to him next...Others say he's just a character in a fairytale...