Christmas is a time of miracles–but is it magical enough to change a person’s mind?Allie Westley’s Christmas will be a bit different this year. She’s taken a big step to move away from Nashville to Goose Island, South Carolina, to pursue her dream of becoming a wine enologist, and she’s not tripping over this chance to make a break from her family, either. She’ll spend December 25 doing her own thing. Although the beach might be cold, it is the perfect place for new traditions....

Welcome to Crickley Creek, where dreams are encouraged—as long as they fit within the proper rules of etiquette.Sweet Charlotte Sinclair has no idea that "bless your heart" is the same as "screw you"—and she’s about to find out the hard way. After her mother’s death, Charlotte moved from free-wheeling California to her mother’s tiny hometown in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, longing to feel closer to her and searching for closure.Charlotte loves...

Should she choose love or freedom?After years of committing her life to a man she knew wasn’t right for her, Brooke Warter found the backbone to quit that relationship—and now she’s back in Goose Island, South Carolina, sharing a house with her squabbling parents and kooky grandmother.On the other hand, she has a job working with her best friend at the local winery, and she has space to figure out what comes next. Brooke just needs to keep moving forward and a solid future ...

A Georgia Christmas by Susan SandsChristmas in Moonshine, Georgia is salon owner Merilee Bell’s favorite season. She might still be single in her mid- thirties, but she’s finally content, proud of her business and herself as she’s made strides to make peace with her past. And then just at closing time, a tall, dark and handsome new deputy enters her shop, and everything seems poised to change.Weeks before Christmas, Georgia Bureau of Investigation agent, Ra...

Children are more anxious, aggressive, and shut down than ever.Faced with this epidemic of emotional health crises and behavioural problems, teachers are asking themselves what went wrong. Why have we lost our students? More importantly: How can we get them back? Hannah Beach, a celebrated educator and specialist in the field of emotional health, and Tamara Neufeld Strijack, clinicalcounsellor and academic dean of the acclaimed Neufeld Institute, provide a thoughtful guide t...

The story of "The Silver Horde" is centered around the fishing and canning industry in Alaska, particularly the salmon industry. It follows the lives and adventures of the characters as they become involved in this challenging and sometimes dangerous business. The novel combines elements of adventure, romance, and economic intrigue.Rex Beach was known for his novels set in the American West and Alaska, often featuring rugged and independent characters. "The Silver Horde" is a representativ...

A Sanctuary for the Living. A Stronghold for the Dead. In 1903, Freelan Oscar Stanley climbed into the thin, dry air of the Colorado Rockies to escape a death sentence. Racked by Tuberculosis, he sought a miracle and found it. To celebrate his recovery, he raised a magnificent mountain resort in 1909, which stood as a testament to his survival. The Stanley Hotel is known as one of the most haunted hotels in America, but not due to violence or unresolved deaths, instead the dead stay for th...

'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - 175+ Western Novels & Short Stories in One Edition' is an expansive compilation that showcases the quintessence of American Western literature. Encompassing a myriad of narratives from high-stakes adventure to nuanced examinations of the human spirit, this anthology embodies the diverse literary styles of the old frontier. Each piece is imbued with the regional flavor and historical context that defined the era, with standout stories that explore the stark...

What if you were told the sidewalk you stood on outside a quaint little shop in downtown Denver was hollow? Or there was a history that took place under your feet in Leadville and other Colorado mountain communities that you would never believe? If you love Colorado history and like to read about the quaint and quirky, and sometimes spooky aspects of it, you'll love Tracy Beach's new book. Tracy went on a five-year exploration to uncover the mystery of these hollow sidewalks that culminate...

Recent studies reveal a growing global concern among young people about climate change and its impact on their lives. Half of children worldwide report that climate-related anxiety affects their daily experiences, while 70% of youth question the quality of the climate education they receive. Despite widespread recognition of the issue, an analysis of curricula across 100 countries found that 47% made no reference to climate change-particularly in high-emission nations-while countries most ...

"Beach expertly tugs at the heartstrings while painting a haunting and beautiful picture of South Carolina’s lowcountry."- Publishers WeeklyShe doesn’t need gifts under the tree this holiday season. What she longs for is a second chance.Emma Shea Abernathy is fully aware of her social role: marry well, live extravagantly, and, most of all, exhibit perfection. And it started with saying “I do” to future governor Trent Broadway.With ...

Rex Beach's "The Auction Block" is a gripping tale set against the backdrop of the early 20th-century American society, intricately exploring themes of social ambition, morality, and the complex interplay of wealth and human emotion. Through a richly descriptive narrative style, Beach delves deep into the lives of his characters, presenting a vivid panorama of a world where personal worth appears inseparable from material possessions. The book is a keen social commentary reflective of its ...