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by Wahl, Leslea

Unknown - 2016

After a humiliating event and overwhelming peer pressure, 16-year-old Josie flees her home to spend the summer with her Aunt on a South Carolina island. H...Show more After a humiliating event and overwhelming peer pressure, 16-year-old Josie flees her home to spend the summer with her Aunt on a South Carolina island. Her fresh start turns into the summer of her dreams as friendships grow, romance blossoms, and a series of thefts surround her with excitement. However, when tragedy strikes someone close to her, Josie realizes there are more important things than her reputation. As she sets out to solve the mystery she has become entangled in, she not only realizes the importance of relying on her faith, but along the way also discovers who God wants her to be. http://lesleawahl.com/ Show less

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Forgiven

Finding A Path Home

by Bangs, Richard D.

Unknown - 2016

In the Outback of South Australia, in the mystic land formation known as Wilpena Pound, a strange signal is received at the SETI installation. Someone fro...Show more In the Outback of South Australia, in the mystic land formation known as Wilpena Pound, a strange signal is received at the SETI installation. Someone from outside the solar system wants to talk to Jarrod McKinley. McKinley is resting on his family farm in Montana after a campaign to save a religiously misguided SETI Special Command from a scandalous attempt to fake first contact. As he rushes to join his new SETI team, a powerful force tries to capture him to ensure first contact will benefit them more than the people of Earth. At the same time, a debate rages on a distant planet: Is Earth ready for this first contact? http://cmyk-consulting.com/ Show less

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Recusant

by Cronin, Jim

Book - 2016

In this sequel to Hegira, the Brin are thriving on their new world, but will greed, prejudices, and old rivalries tear apart their grand civilization? Mal...Show more In this sequel to Hegira, the Brin are thriving on their new world, but will greed, prejudices, and old rivalries tear apart their grand civilization? Maliche Rocker, descendant of The Saviors, uncovers a terrible secret and must fight those in power, including members of his own family, to save thousands of innocents from the cruelty of his own people. http://jimcroninscienceedutainer. weebly.com/ Show less

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I Never Heard You Cry

A Compassionate Journey Through Abortion

by West, Ardyce

Unknown - 2016

This book examines the grief, pain and emotions suffered by women and men who have dealt with abortion. While acknowledging the issues and opinions of bot...Show more This book examines the grief, pain and emotions suffered by women and men who have dealt with abortion. While acknowledging the issues and opinions of both pro-life and pro-choice, West remains apolitical and nonjudgmental and focuses on the substantial number of people who struggle with complex and deeply emotional post-abortion issues. Interspersed are effective techniques designed to achieve self-forgiveness and spiritual healing. http://www.ardyce.org/index.html Show less

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Bed of Thorns

by Mossel, Lee

Unknown - 2015

Rose Schirrack’s bad choice led to trouble. At the turn of the 20th century, Rose was unwed, pregnant and abandoned. Working as a teenage madam of a broth...Show more Rose Schirrack’s bad choice led to trouble. At the turn of the 20th century, Rose was unwed, pregnant and abandoned. Working as a teenage madam of a brothel compounded her troubles. Now, isolated on a homestead in frontier Montana, Rose is caught up in a maelstrom of emotion and distrust between her teenage sons and a virtual stranger with whom she’s made a devil’s bargain. http://www.leemossel.com/ Show less

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Parenting From Wholeness

Ten Habits for Bringing Out the Best in your Child

by Gaeckle, Carole E.

Book - 2016

This is a practical guide for examining the emotional dilemmas of parenting and helpful skills for success. You will learn the keys to respect, how to tea...Show more This is a practical guide for examining the emotional dilemmas of parenting and helpful skills for success. You will learn the keys to respect, how to teach self-responsibility, and real ways to protect your child. Concepts presented are based upon supported research for success and real-life examples. http://www.livingfromwholeness. com/ Show less

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Behind the Eyes of Beniwan

by Terbush, Tom

Unknown - 2016

Darkness grips the small village of Maidenton. A foul presence has slipped unnoticed into Kinsmen society. The Keeon, spurred on by their Shallum overlord...Show more Darkness grips the small village of Maidenton. A foul presence has slipped unnoticed into Kinsmen society. The Keeon, spurred on by their Shallum overlords, have spun a web of lies that have bewitched the people. Corruption openly masquerades as righteousness. This is the world Beem returns to — three years earlier than planned. He must stay alert as he’s been labeled a traitor and murderer. Will Beem and the new band of Fellows be able to rescue the victims of the Shallum? http://www.tomterbush.com/ Show less

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The Adventures of Kate the Cat

by Nageli, Nicole

Unknown - 2016

Winner of the 2016 Moonbeam Children’s Book Award Bronze Medal for Best Book by Youth Author (Under 18). Kate and her friend, Sam, are kidnapped from thei...Show more Winner of the 2016 Moonbeam Children’s Book Award Bronze Medal for Best Book by Youth Author (Under 18). Kate and her friend, Sam, are kidnapped from their home. Kate finds herself trapped, and Sam has disappeared. She meets Buck, a dog with a plan. They try to find their way home but are instead confronted with the most unlikely challenge any animal could face. http://www.n3cartoons.com/ Show less

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Princess Isabella and the Mystery of the Disappearing Golf Balls

by Lebsock, K. B.

Book - 2016

The Big Day has come! Princess Isabella and her doggie friends are participating in the International Doggie Golf Tournament! The weather is perfect. The ...Show more The Big Day has come! Princess Isabella and her doggie friends are participating in the International Doggie Golf Tournament! The weather is perfect. The fairways are smooth. The greens are firm and fast. The tournament is moving along nicely when all of a sudden, balls that were in play begin to disappear. http://kblebsock.com/ Show less

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