Sunday, June 30, 2024

Call Numbers (3 book series)

  






Life is a book... and every person is a chapter. Everything's looking up for Robin Walker. It's 1994 in New York City, and he's been transferred downtown to the 58th Street Branch Library. Ready to move up the ladder, Robin is excited about the opportunities that await him. But success, personal or professional, is as elusive as a first-edition rare book. Robin struggles with his strange new work environment as this motley crew of employees generates more drama than a runaway bestseller. He doesn't know who to believe - or who to let in. And as potential romance mingles with devious machinations, there's no telling where Robin's story will go. All he knows is that he must see it through to the very last page. Call Numbers is a captivating and multilayered adult drama. Through realistic dialogue and situations, author Syntell Smith has crafted a modern-day classic about the trials and tribulations of adulthood. Because a library is usually the last place you'd expect high drama, but for these characters...it's long overdue.





“Life is all about turning the page.”

Robin Walker is not used to the quiet life. As a library clerk at the 58th Street Library in Manhattan, the disruptions come from office politics. But when Robin’s grandfather, Jon Walker, is found collapsed on Robin’s living room floor, Robin must brace himself for the worst. As he reaches out to family members, he holds onto slim hope that his grandfather will somehow come through.

Robin tries to find solace in his co-workers. But when his supervisor Sonyai Yi is locked in a private battle with head librarian Augustus Chavez, loyalties are tested. He’ll soon realize its not easy knowing who to trust, especially when his job could be on the line. As the days grow long and his grandfather’s time dwindles, Robin is suddenly energized when he dates Shinju, a beautiful Asian woman he saw months ago. When Shinju becomes a part of his life, Robin tries to find joy wherever he can. But it won’t be so simple, secrets are revealed, causing a great disruption that leaves the branch shattered. When this motley crew of characters finally comes together, a sudden departure leaves the library in a different place.

Book Endings: Loss, Pain, and Revelations is an absorbing slice-of-life look at characters on interlacing paths – trying to discover themselves. In this thoughtful sequel, life is what you make of it. Like books borrowed from the library of the universe, we’re only here until we must be returned to the earth… because our time is borrowed.





In the book of life, the page must always be turned.

Robin Walker is at a crossroads. It’s 1994, and he’s been suspended from his part-time clerical position at the 58th Street Branch Library. His co-workers are overburdened, even with visiting clerks from other libraries.

Still mourning the loss of his grandfather, Robin also pines for Shinju, his former girlfriend and the niece of his supervisor Sonyai Yi. Meanwhile, library page Tonya Brown attempts to reconcile with her cheating boyfriend Andrew Friedman. Information assistant Angie Trueblood is given the cold shoulder by Heywood Learner, still despondent over a breakup. And former 58th Street page Janelle Simms is due to give birth and go on maternity leave, all while feuding with her parents.

But all is not lost. Over time, these co-workers have become much more than that. Joy, anger, love and pain are etched among them like ink on paper. Now they must decide whether to renew their life choices or reserve a new path. And with their due dates fast approaching, one thing becomes clear – everybody wants a happy ending.

Hold Circulation is the latest entry in the Call Numbers series. Author Syntell Smith crafts a layered and thought-provoking novel that examines the drama-filled lives of the people that are best known for keeping quiet. Underneath the surface, these fascinating characters try to break free of life’s burdens… by leaping off the page.



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Friday, June 28, 2024

Beautiful Moon: Wakes Me Up Before the Sunlight

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Beautiful Moon:

Wakes Me Up Before the Sunlight


One day, Lara sees her dreams break apart, slow down, and pause because she didn't tell the truth, which hurts her heart. She is looking for more information about her great-grandparents to learn of her family's heritage, which leads her in a new direction toward a new heritage! Lara learned from her great-grandfather how their lives were a continuous process of creation and with a great sensibility of achievements that contributed to the development of a new generation. All the experiences acquired with these achievements brought her grandfather a sense of a different world with a comprehensive vision, a vision of peace. But Lara sees the world as a Blood Moon, and feels something profound as she understands the whole story. Humanity is looking for a cycle of conflict linked to anguish and an imbalance of achievements, but Lara tries through simplicity and sensibility to find a happy ending. In the thirst of her dreams, she finds a single place, her silence, where she feels safe.

About The Author Welcome to our community! Meet Maria Alice, a poet with a heart as vast as her multicultural upbringing. Born and raised in a vibrant community, Maria Alice Silva Amey's journey led her from Brazil to delve into the depths of English literature. Through hard work and determination, she emerged with a Master of Science in Counseling, paving the way for her to touch lives with her words. Maria Alice's holistic approach to life is reflected in her writings, where she seamlessly weaves together themes of identity, dreams, and personal growth. Her commitment to education and uplifting others shines through her work, inspiring readers to embrace their visions and reach for their dreams. Her latest book, "Beautiful Moon: Wakes Me Up Before the Sunlight" invites you on a journey with Lara, a protagonist whose quest for truth leads her to discover the richness of her family heritage. Through Lara's eyes, Maria Alice explores themes of creation, achievement, and the pursuit of peace in a world marked by conflict. As Lara navigates the complexities of her reality, she finds solace in her own silence, a place of refuge amidst the chaos. Join us as we delve into the pages of Maria Alice's world, where poetry gives different magnitudes to understanding our thoughts, our dreams, and our place in the world. Connect with Maria Alice on her website and embark on a journey of self-discovery and inspiration. 

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Random Husband

  


Random Husband


Abby doesn’t believe in soulmates. What she does believe in is women taking control of their lives. So when her crusty editor demands a juicy series of articles and social-media buzz, Abby promises to publicly find a husband and share her journey with the world—or at least her readers and followers in Savannah. A motley crew of wannabe spouses parade through a local coffee shop, where the owner, Max, shakes his head in disbelief. What self-respecting man would be part of a media circus? Recently burned by a date turned social-media stalker, Max serves up coffee and a hefty dose of judgement. When loneliness and libido drive Max back into the dating world, he stubbornly vows to avoid Abby. Other than that one kiss… One hot kiss. Abby tells herself it was no big deal. She’ll get over it. Besides, Max isn’t interested. Abby marches on, encouraging women to create their own marital bliss. She doesn’t count on a revolving door of grooms, rushing her toward a catastrophic ceremony to be witnessed by fans and the sexy barista. Nothing can stop the momentum. Except Max.





Tuesday, June 25, 2024

The 4S Project: Floor One

 




The human population is in decline. In 2150, Armachez Inc. created a widely accepted, and highly encouraged, process of matching up individuals into pairs for propagation, work, and family lineage. This is commonly referred to as “The Whole Seven Floors.” Individuals must be DNA matched with at least one other ‘participant’ to be accepted into the program. The process is completed through a seven-floor interactive program where individuals have the opportunity to interact with others hoping to find a match. This program takes place at one of the many 4S compounds around the world. Can an insecure guy full of self-doubt find a match in this program? Follow this group of participants as they navigate friendships, controversy, morality and love while trying to complete The Whole Seven Floors.


 




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Monday, June 24, 2024

Sculpting Pleasure: An Erotic Short Story

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Abigail was a photographer with a growing reputation for landscape photographs, particularly of the mountains and desert of Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Texas.  However economic times being hard, she still found herself accepting other bread and butter photographic work, and today was no exception.  

A photographic assignment to help a sculptor leads to wild fantasy




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Saturday, June 22, 2024

Face in the Window

   




Cheryl Knoll's 'Face in the Window' A Soul-Stirring Journey Through Poetry Discover the magic of Cheryl Knoll's 'Face in the Window,' a captivating collection of poems that explore the depths of the human experience. Each poem is a window into the soul, offering insights into themes of faith, love, loss, and the quest for truth. Knoll's writing is both powerful and delicate, stirring the heart while gently guiding readers on a path of self-discovery. Her poetry resonates with people from all walks of life, whether seeking solace, celebrating joy, or pondering life's mysteries. 'Face in the Window' is more than just a book; it's a companion for life's journey, a source of inspiration that speaks to the innermost parts of our being. As you turn its pages, you embark on a transformative journey that promises to uplift and enlighten. Experience the beauty and depth of Cheryl Knoll's poetic vision. Whether you're a longtime poetry enthusiast or new to the genre, 'Face in the Window' is sure to leave a lasting impression on your heart and mind. Embrace the power of poetry with 'Face in the Window.' Get your copy on Amazon today and let your soul be awakened and illuminated.

Thursday, June 20, 2024

When Worlds Collide--Christianity vs Anti-Christianity

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When Worlds Collide--Christianity vs Anti-Christianity:

Briefings From The Impact Zone--

Manifestations of Wokeness


When Worlds Collide--Christianity vs Anit-Christianity-Briefings From The Impact Zone-Manifestations of Wokeness


Are you sick of being referred to as “deplorable” and bigoted because of your Christian beliefs? Have you noticed this is getting worse almost daily? Do you feel under attack by the political and social Left, commonly known today as the “Woke”? Do you feel alone and isolated? Well, you are not alone and isolated; the government, from the local to the Federal, and the media, systems, and institutions it controls just want you to believe that you are. This book will show you that you are not alone and will point out many examples of the “manifestations” of the Woke agenda and its overall attitudes and worldview, along with my responses from a Christian point of view which you will find helpful as you “go out among the Woke mobs”.


Those of us who are Christians are under attack by the Woke cult! Our Churches and our Christian beliefs are under attack. The traditional family is under attack. Our speech is under attack and is being censored, and some of us have been “canceled” because of it. Our country is under attack.

My book is a collection of “briefings” that were written over the last few years in response to what I call a “collision of two worlds”, one good and beautiful and the other anti-good and ugly, or more appropriately, one Christian and one anti-Christian. These briefings will point out examples of current issues, attitudes, beliefs, and events that are happening now and will continue to happen if Christians and their Churches do not begin to speak out more boldly and courageously to those who are persecuting us and destroying our country. In each briefing, I have offered my understanding of the Woke issues, attitudes, beliefs, and events and my response to them from a Christian point of view. Some of the topics I have responded to are:

  • Abortion
  • Transgenderism & drag queens
  • Finding oneself and “being who we are”
  • The “social gospel”
  • The Woke’s hijack and distortion of the word “love”
  • Woke distortions of scripture to promote their political and social agendas
  • The shooting at the Covenant Christian School

This book is not a “scholarly” or “academic” type of book. I've written it for you and to you as if I were speaking with you over a cup of coffee, a glass of wine, or a beer. I am one of you. My book is intentionally very readable and easy to understand. Inside this book you will find my thoughts and responses to much of the ungodly nonsense we see coming from the Left and Woke mobs and their ungodly religions--their “-isms”.

The “forerunners” of the anti-Christ are alive and well, and they are operating freely in all aspects of our culture. They attack our way of life and the truth and values we hold dear. They are the people who now persecute us through all modern means at their disposal--governments, the press, social media, schools and universities, entertainments, sports--essentially through every system and institution of our modern society. They are the citizens of the world that has collided with ours, and we now live in the “impact zone”.

Do people not see that there is a rise of something, a “global wave rising and washing across the planet”? It is happening, and it is not the way things were created to be. We can “feel it in the air” and see and hear it daily. Those who persecute us will find this book to be “offensive”. To them I say, so be it. Bring it on!

John Rahall, Orthodox Christian






Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Touch Me: The Value Of Touch In Your Relationships

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Touch Me:

The Value Of Touch In Your Relationships


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"Touch Me: The Value of Touch In Your Relationships" is an enlightening exploration of the multifaceted nature of touch. Whether you're seeking to deepen your romantic relationships, strengthen family bonds, or simply understand the profound impact of touch, this book offers a wealth of knowledge and practical advice to help you embrace the transformative power of touch in all its forms.

In "Touch Me: The Value of Touch In Your Relationships," author Rob Alex, Ph.D., explores the profound impact of touch on human connections, delving into its various forms and the deep emotional resonance it brings to relationships. This comprehensive guide navigates through the physical, emotional, mental, and even metaphysical dimensions of touch, providing invaluable insights for nurturing intimacy, understanding, and compassion in every interaction.



 


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Tuesday, June 18, 2024

The Angel City Rapture: A Gale Queen Murder Mystery

  


The Angel City Rapture:

A Gale Queen Murder Mystery


In a secluded city shrouded in mystery, a group of individuals find themselves entangled in deep theological discussions that lead to unsettling revelations about faith, salvation, and the enigmatic nature of Christianity.

As they grapple with the implications of Jesus' sacrificial death and the requirement of unwavering faith, tensions rise and beliefs clash, creating an atmosphere thick with suspense and uncertainty. Among the group, conflicting interpretations of biblical teachings and the concept of salvation ignite a firestorm of doubt and fear. As they question the essence of their beliefs and the consequences of straying from the path of righteousness, dark forces seem to lurk in the shadows, ready to exploit their vulnerabilities and lead them astray. With each passing moment, the line between faith and damnation blurs, leaving the characters on the brink of a chilling revelation that could change their lives forever. As the clock ticks and the stakes grow higher, the ultimate question looms overhead: what fate awaits those who reject the salvation offered by Jesus Christ and cannot embrace the light of faith? This story grips the reader with suspense, horror, and spiritual awakening as it delves deep into the shadows of the human soul. In these depths, the battle between good and evil rages on, revealing the terrifying truth behind salvation.

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Monday, June 17, 2024

A Little Love

 



A Little Love

Author: Molly Day


A Little Love by Molly Day is a sweet collection of romantic short stories where characters in a wide variety of circumstances are able to find their happy endings. With several different sub genres of short stories, this collection has something for everyone to enjoy!

Love is Blind is a tale of love and revenge involving a CEO who travels back in time after being blinded and later killed by his half-brother. Spencer Hayes is determined to save the woman he loves this time…but he doesn’t know what she looks like. He has to race against the clock to save everything he cares about. 

Down in Flames focuses on a plan gone awry and love that grows from it. Fire witch Ember Patterson didn’t want anything to do with her daughter’s father after she was conceived during a one night stand. Despite the prejudice against witches, Rob Claymore is determined to have a happy family with them both once he finds them. As a normie in a clan of fire witches, he may be in over his head!

His Fake Fiancée follows Ashley Graham, an overworked big sister who is desperate to pay her brother’s medical bills and finds herself fake engaged to her cousin’s evil boss while he is in a coma. The real trouble begins when Luke Connors wakes up because he has no intention of letting Ashley disappear quietly. They have nothing in common on the surface but the chemistry between them is impossible to ignore. 

A Long-Term Contract involves the highly ambitious demon Rarronoth, who is determined to become the first to reach high-level status in a single summoning. Preoccupied with his goal, he doesn’t realize that the daughter of his current contractor is far more attached to him than she should be. Or how this single long-term contract will potentially change his life and how demon society works forever. 

What’s in a Name? begins with a massive miscommunication between a human and an alien that results in the two of them being bonded for life. Summer Dennis has nothing to stay for on Earth but has no idea what is waiting for her on the planet Beylos. She can only rely on her Bonder, an archaeologist who studies human artifacts, as she tries to adjust to her new life. 

Up in the Air follows air witch Celeste Whitcomb as she tries to fit into the witch community despite being mute and having to communicate through her familiar, an African gray parrot. They have a good system going until she has a one night stand with a kind normie. It wasn’t supposed to be more than that but she finds herself unwilling to end things first. Celeste isn’t the only one with secrets but Dewey’s may be exactly what she needs. 

Seventh Time’s the Charm is a story of one man’s desperation to break his endless cycle of rebirth and how love ultimately saves him. Joey Vaughn lived and died five times before Mitzi Cavendish saved his life. He is determined to make her his bodyguard by any means necessary but all she wants is a normal suburban life and family. In his seventh life, he manages to use what he knows to make her fall in love with him but gets much more than he bargains for in the process. 

Charming characters, unexpected plot twists, humor, and heart are all waiting to be enjoyed in this short story collection. Check out A Little Love to see why readers are so invested!



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Sunday, June 16, 2024

MARADONIA AND THE GUARDIANS OF THE PORTAL

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Siblings Maya and Joey are forced to embark on a perilous journey when they are shipwrecked off the coast of Maradonia. After encountering fierce warrior mermaids, the siblings find out that their only way home is through a teleportation portal . . . which doesn’t work! If they want to get home, the siblings realize they must join the mermaids and find a way to revitalize the portal before it falls into the wrong hands. Just when all seems to go smoothly, a United States military expedition arrives on the shores of Maradonia and begins their own search for the portal. To make matters even worse, the Dark Realm declares war on the mermaids. Fighting one enemy is bad enough, but contending with two invasive opponents may prove too much for the mermaids. In Maradonia and the Guardians of the Portal, Maya and Joey are in for more trouble than they ever imagined: the ultimate battle for control of the universe.






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Friday, June 14, 2024

Strive for M.O.R.E.: What Wellbeing Really Means & How You Can Achieve It

  


Strive for M.O.R.E.:

What Wellbeing Really Means

& How You Can Achieve It


"Strive for M.O.R.E" by Jan Raeder, the Self-Care Sensei, is a transformative guide to personal well-being in the post-2020 world. Raeder draws on over three decades of experience to provide insights and evidence-based exercises for readers seeking positive change. The book explores the eight dimensions of well-being, delves into the intricacies of the human brain, and introduces the M.O.R.E. framework for a fulfilling life. With a focus on meaning, optimism, relationships, and engagement, Raeder empowers readers to step beyond their comfort zones, develop grit, and embrace change. The book is a roadmap to intentional and flourishing living, offering practical exercises to apply well-being concepts in daily life. Join the Self-Care Sensei on a .transformative journey toward happiness and discover the keys to unlocking your full potential.


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Thoughts on my Thoughts IV: The TALES That Wagged This Veterinarian

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