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If Rylie had a checklist for her life it would look like this: Full-time job . . . check. Serious boyfriend . . . check. No dead bodies in months . . . check. On paper it looked good. Fantastic even. But in reality, she still lives in her parents' basement, doesn't feel like part of the ranger team, and knows a body is bound to show up at any moment. When she discovers a teenage boy with severe hypothermia, Rylie has to work with one of her biggest rivals to figure out what happened.

The nightmare continues in book three, as Pastor David and his organization are left behind to deal with the aftermath of the horrific blackout. They must maneuver through martial law and a ban on religion, all because he led them astray to cover up his own criminal behavior.

Fran Singer is a regular eighth grader relishing her role in the school play, enjoying hanging out with her best friend, and thinking of ways to steer clear of her annoying little brother...when suddenly, in a matter of seconds, everything changes. An unintentional tragic accident with major consequences shoots her out of her ordinary world into one racked with guilt, shame, and complete alienation. Starting over after all that is not easy...but is it possible? Will her life be better, the second time around?

There had been two men in that boat. Two. Rylie is positive . . . ish. Living with her parents may be driving her crazy, but not crazy enough to start conjuring up men in her mind—regardless of how long it had been since she’d had a date. As an urban park ranger, Rylie is practically surrounded by men all day, every day. Making up more in her head would only complicate her life further. When she confronts the one man remaining in the boat, he’s more eager to discuss her online dating profile than any possible wrongdoing.

Katie Jones is committed to fighting for the cause of woman’s suffrage. She has no time for romance, especially not with her best friend Ben Rafferty. But when Katie’s column in Ben’s newspaper stirs things up, sparks begin to fly. Ben is set on winning Katie over, but Katie is just as determined to stay true to her 1916 feminist ideals. With such strong obstacles in the way, their relationship can’t possibly progress. Unless somehow love finds a way....

When a police shootout results in the death of a 12-year-old boy, Officer Angel Delaney is blamed, convicted, and condemned by the media and the Sunset Cove community, before the case even goes to trial. Angel will have her day in court, but before she has the chance to defend herself, the situation spirals out of control. Key evidence is missing, evidence that could have verified her claim of firing only one shot in self-defense.

The Red Brick Road is the story of Dorothy's life-altering journey before she met the Scarecrow, the Lion, and the Tin Man. Before the Yellow Brick Road takes Dorothy to the Wizard of Oz, the Red Brick Road will push her to the edge. On the outskirts of Munchkinland, a charismatic merchant persuades Dorothy to disregard the good witch’s advice and take the Red Brick Road instead.

The last thing Charlotte wants to do is go to the supermarket, but with a four-year-old to feed, she doesn’t have a choice. Just when she thinks she’s free and clear of marketplace drama, Charlotte finds herself in the throes of a hide-and-seek game with the nosiest woman in town. And if that wasn’t enough to add to her bad day, the hot new bag guy catches her hiding out...in the liquor section...on a Sunday in the South. But she can’t formulate the words to tell him to get lost. In fact, she can’t speak at all once she gazes into those hazel eyes.

Eli Schrock’s life is pleasant enough. He likes his work as a farrier in his father’s smithy. He likes the girl he’s courting, Rebecca Hochstettler. Yet, there is no passion for what he does or where he lives, and part of him yearns to see more of the world and get more of an education than the standard Amish eighth grade.

Land of the Melting Pot Kids is a story about a diverse group of students who tumble into a magical melting pot and experience amazing true-to-life adventures. With each adventure, the children discover their strengths and talents, and achieve their greatest potential.

Charla Winthrop, a savvy business woman seeking a permanent lifestyle change in small-town Ruby, learns that things aren’t always what they appear when she takes up residence in a house steeped in charm and a hint of mystery. Rumor has it that Sam Packard the town carpenter is her go-to guy for home remodeling, but can Charla convince him to help her - with no strings attached, of course? The answer to someone’s prayers unite this unlikely pair with the help of the town’s residents.

Whether you are a trauma survivor of any kind or a loved one of a survivor, this audiobook is for you. In Silent No More, Gilani carries her listeners through an honest exploration of suffering and survival as it affects us all. By drawing upon her personal experiences, she shines a light on the tumultuous landscape of trauma as a whole. The societal forces shaping human behavior across time and cultures. The powerful ways in which we all influence one another, through our worst mistakes and our warmest compassion.

It's time for Stella to start swimming classes, but she's scared of the water. Her friends Livy and Lucy tell her that if she learns, she'll get to spend a day at a very special place: Mermaid Cove. Can Stella overcome her fear and swim with the mermaids?

Inky Ink is a small and cute, splashy creature made out of ink. He is looking to make friends and playmates but gets rejected because he seems weird and dirty. The book follows Inky in his quest to make new friends and feel loved and accepted. It's a cute, weirdly funny, and socially sensitive tale of friendship. The author displays a unique understanding of the child’s mindset and masterfully weaves a tale that wisely deals with delicate issues about accepting differences and respecting others.

Join Angela Lanza as she experiences the tumultuous world of early 20th-century Sicily and New York. Orphaned by the earthquake and powerful eruption of Mt. Etna in 1908, Angela is raised in the strict confines of an Italian convent. Through various twists of fate, she is married to a young Italian man whom she barely knows, then together with her spouse, immigrates to the US.

Sarah is a middle school student from Pueblo, Colorado, in the USA. During her school holiday, she visits Uncle Derek, who is a medical doctor in a remote town in Africa. With her bestie Teina, Sarah will immerse you in a West African community through their daily life, the harsh reality of malaria, and the discovery of their wildlife.

Undefined World shows you the truth about how former support agents discovered fulfilling careers. Seven professionals pull back the curtain to give you an honest look at how they got where they are today and why no one should ever tell you you’re on the wrong path. If you have ever felt lost in your career or wondered why it’s so hard to find a job you love, you’re in good company.

Get ready for a brand new adventure in Mama’s Little Me: Girl Power. Kylee wants to be a veterinarian just like her mom. All of her friends want to be just like their moms, too! Once they end up in a magical place in need of help, they need to join together to save it.

Meghan, a 14-year-old girl, arrives on Parachute Island, a place for deceased children who can live out their dreams in the afterlife, thanks to a magical wishing tree. There, she befriends several teens, including the lovable Ham. But Meghan harbors a secret, one that eats her up in the inside. David is the only adult on the island, and sole caretaker of all the children. He arrived under mysterious circumstances, and slowly the mystery unravels. Soon, he wakes from a coma, paralyzed. Were his adventures on the island just a dream, or something else?

Allison always felt like she was second best. So when a handsome Englisher comes to Lancaster and falls for her, she is pleasantly surprised. But for an Amish woman like Allison, the prospect of love with an outsider sends her family life into turmoil, forcing her to make the hardest decision she's ever had to make.