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The Book of Speculation: A Novel by Erika Swyler

The Book of Speculation: A Novelby Erika Swyler

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One of BuzzFeed's 24 Best Fiction Books of 2015

"As Simon, a lonely research librarian, searches frantically for the key to a curse that might be killing the women in his family, he learns strange and fascinating secrets about their past. A tale full of magic and family mystery, The Book of Speculation will keep you up all night reading."–Isaac Fitzgerald, BuzzFeed

Simon Watson, a young librarian, lives alone in a house that is slowly crumbling toward the Long Island Sound. His parents are long dead. His mother, a circus mermaid who made her living by holding her breath, drowned in the very water his house overlooks. His younger sister, Enola, ran off six years ago and now reads tarot cards for a traveling carnival.

One June day, an old book arrives on Simon's doorstep, sent by an antiquarian bookseller who purchased it on speculation. Fragile and water damaged, the book is a log from the owner of a traveling carnival in the 1700s, who reports strange and magical things, including the drowning death of a circus mermaid. Since then, generations of "mermaids" in Simon's family have drowned–always on July 24, which is only weeks away.

As his friend Alice looks on with alarm, Simon becomes increasingly worried about his sister. Could there be a curse on Simon's family? What does it have to do with the book, and can he get to the heart of the mystery in time to save Enola?

In the tradition of Sara Gruen's Water for Elephants, Erin Morgenstern's The Night Circus, and Elizabeth Kostova's The Historian, The Book of Speculation–with two-color illustrations by the author–is Erika Swyler's moving debut novel about the power of books, family, and magic.

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One Cold Night by Katia Lief

One Cold Nightby Katia Lief

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“Jam-packed with heart stopping suspense.” –Book Fetish

ONE COLD NIGHT SHE DISAPPEARED…

New York Police detective Dave Strauss is haunted by the one case he couldn’t solve. A schoolgirl vanished off the streets of Brooklyn, with only a trail of blood and a series of untraceable phone calls from “the Groom” hinting at her fate. Now the cold dark night has engulfed another young girl–but this time she is part of Dave’s family. He and his wife, Susan, know fourteen-year-old Lisa has not run away, and they know her disappearance is not just a tragic coincidence. And once the first phone call comes, they know she’s not alone….

PRAISE FOR KATIA LIEF’S NOVELS

“Mesmerizing.” –Lisa Gardner

“Nail-biting suspense.” –Richard Montanari

“Brilliant.” –Suspense Magazine

“Exhilarating.” –The Mystery Gazette

“Taut, clean storytelling.” –Publishers Weekly

“Readers will want to read more of this talented writer’s work.” –New York Journal of Books

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Wanderer's Escape by Simon Goodson

Wanderer’s Escapeby Simon Goodson

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The Empire will kill him for stealing this ship… but they have to catch it first!

Things didn’t go to plan.  Jess survived the dangers, and when he sat in the pilot’s chair the ancient ship came to life for the first time in centuries.

Acting on instinct Jess seized the chance, firing up the engines and fleeing the Imperial forces.
Now Jess and the ancient self-aware ship are on the run, their freedom and their very existence on the line.

The smart thing to do would be to run like hell and never stop, but Jess finds he can’t ignore pleas for help from those in danger.  With the powerful Wanderer at his command he can truly make a difference… but at what cost?

Get Wanderer’s Escape now and see why tens of thousands of people have loved following the Wanderer’s journey, leaving comments including “In the end, I was gripping the arms of my chair as I rooted for the heroes.”, “A fast-paced, can’t-put-it-down Sci-fi.” and “One of the best books I’ve read this year.”

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Being Authentic: A Memoir by Morhaf Al Achkar

Being Authentic: A Memoirby Morhaf Al Achkar

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Desire to find your Authentic Voice? Learn the process to participate more authentically in the project we call humanity•••

◆ Rare are the spaces in which we can look inwardly at who we are. There is no horizon to do so more intimately than reading one’s biography. Reflect on what and who you are. What constitutes your core self? What should that be?

◆ While there is no such thing as an “Authenticity Expert,” you now have a viable alternative. Morhaf Al Achkar obtained his Ph.D in education and is currently a practicing family physician at the University of Washington. He was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. Since then, his research has focused on the experiences of patients living with cancer. His first book is based on interviews he did with 39 patients who live, like him, with advanced illness. He explored how these patients find meaning, cope, and build resilience. Using his own experiences and deep knowledge of philosophical concepts, Morhaf shares his understanding of authenticity from the perspective of someone aware of his own finitude.

◆ By following along with his fascinating life story, Morhaf invites you on a journey of dialogue and reflection to live a more authentic and purposeful life with integrity.

★ By engaging with the author’s story in Being Authentic™, you will:

  • Garner the bravery to look at your own and be more authentic
  • Strive to connect with the poet, artist, writer, dancer, and actor in You
  • Learn how to heal, forgive, and let go of resentment to live a more positive life
  • Develop better-coping skills and become more resilient in the face of pandemic-like events
  • And much, much more!

Being Authentic: A Memoir™ is the second book in Dr. Alachkar’s self-help series. The first was on resilience and meaning.

◆ Dr. Alachkar’s Memoir shares genuine emotion, heartbreaks and great successes, and encourages us to be our authentic selves. This Memoir highlights our humanity’s purpose to share our story and of our fear of being forgotten after death and yet to live each day. If you like easy and genuine reads that tell it to you straight, then be sure to get your FREE Kindle Copy of Morhaf’s Being Authentic

Get your Kindle copy to find your Authentic Voice Today!

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Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker

Euphoric Wonderlandby Ryan M. Becker

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A collection of deeply personal and touching poetry for an evening of emotional, yet thoughtful reflection. A deep dive into a world of living rhythms and authentic feelings.

Euphoric Wonderland is a deft amalgamation of spoken word, rhythmic and clever poetry, wordplay, light-shining on darker sides, truth to power, and a quick read for curious minds and those who just might be struggling through specific mental health-related challenges of their own.

A brilliantly woven tapestry of raw storytelling poetry through poetic prose and vivid imagery that pulls no punches. Brash and uncompromising, Euphoric Wonderland tackles life issues and examines matters from an insightful and personally-lived perspective. Surreal in its realism and with pinpoint accuracy, it also takes a sarcastic jab at certain celebrities.

This poetry collection is a compassionate guide, a tribute to spiritual warriors, and a homage to the ones before us who have shaped the path we tread on today.

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