'Medieval Gardens and Culinary Adventures Stemming from Same' is an informal and personal guide to planning, planting, caring for and harvesting from a Medieval-themed Home garden. Included are descriptions of salient features for said themed gardens, historically-accurate plant lists for a contemporary garden, historic and innovative approaches to cooking with historic ingredients and a miscellany of resources, reading lists, listening lists and medieval prayers.
When Akiko is sent back to her homeland to steal an ancient samurai sword, she jumps at the chance to secure her freedom, only to get caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse with the most dangerous crime syndicate in Japan.
Fiction often mirrors truth. And you get just as close as you want to be to non-fiction in this fast-paced novel that turned the turmoil surrounding the U.S. Bobsled Federation into shocking international intrigue. The pace is faster than a sled on ice and it races from Lake Placid, New York to the burrow of the CIA at Langley, Virginia to rebelling Latvia and its ancient rift with the Soviet Union during the final days of the Cold War. It's scary enough to set even a seasoned CIA agent's hair on end. Cold War history was made in Riga, Latvia when the Soviet Minister of Sports made an astonishing statement at a press conference he and Miller held to announce that the Soviet Bobsled Team would visit Lake Placid to take part in the 10th anniversary of the 1980 Olympic Games. When asked: Who invited the Americans to the Soviet Union, the Minister of Sports responded: I did not invite the Americans. The Latvian Socialist State debated for three months about how to handle the invitation and they made the decision to invite the Americans without first seeking permission from Moscow. It is believed that this was the first public statement made by a Soviet Official that Latvia would no longer be under Moscow's rule! The Minister of Sports was later executed for crimes against the Soviet government. A novel that is difficult to put down once you begin to read!
Frog Joy is a collection of free verse and micro poems that point to the beauty in everyday moments. Beth Gulley is making her own world without a fence. Sometimes readers join her as she stains her fingers on low hanging mulberries. Other times the readers chase her along the trail and try to escape the rising flood waters. Underneath it all, a chorus of frog calls, like fingers running along the edge of a comb, echo in the damp night.Few brief, gem-like poetic meditations shine like Beth's. Part diary entry, part koan or prayer, these new poems sparkle with wit and wisdom. I treasure them. You will too. -Kevin Rabas, Past Poet Laureate of Kansas (2017-2019), Improvise
When young journalist and amateur sleuth Nina Brown is assigned to review a new luxury hotel in Salem, she finds herself solving a murder that occurs during a seance on Halloween.
Soul Bound is a YA urban fantasy series with magic and shifters fighting for supremacy. Two unlikely allies must come together to save both their races from all out war.
Reyna's friends were supposed to be safe in the Shadow Court, but she has enemies everywhere. And unless Mazrith forgives her, he will join that number.As hard as she wishes it were not true, Reyna's desire for the Prince grows as fierce as her need to win the games and find the staff that will set him free.But she's about to find out who he really is, and what he has been keeping from her - and that will change everything.This is the third book in the Shadow Bound Queen series, which is an adult fantasy romance inspired by Norse mythology. It is a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance, packed with magic, mystery and above all - delicious romantic tension.*This blurb is as spoiler-free as possible!This is the special edition hardback.
The threats are mounting in the Shadow Court, not just for Reyna, but for the mysterious shadow-fae Prince who has kidnapped her. Undead monsters, an insane Queen, magical curses and ancient secrets are all vying for the honor of ending their lives.Forced to work with the famously monstrous Prince, Reyna soon learns that the fae warrior is dangerously different from the rumors. Passionately, fiercely, different.And when the stakes are raised, she will discover that he is not the only one hiding who he really is.This is the second book in the Shadow Bound Queen series, which is an adult fantasy romance inspired by Norse mythology. It is a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance, packed with magic, mystery and above all - delicious romantic tension.This is the special edition hardback.
A defiant human woman. A dark fae Prince. Two enemies bound to a marriage that could destroy their world.Reyna was born a valuable slave to the Gold Court, imprisoned her whole life in a glittering palace by sadistic, greedy fae.When the palace is raided, she takes her opportunity to escape. But the raid is led by her worst nightmare. The Prince of the most feared fae of all; the Shadow Court. And he wants one thing.Her. The copper-haired, rune-marked human.Reyna doesn't know why the Prince has kidnapped her. But when he announces her as his betrothed, she knows that she must escape before she is eternally bound to the monster behind the mask.Only, when he takes the mask off, he isn't what she expects. He's lethal, beautiful and exudes sin. And he needs her.Drawn into a deadly world shrouded in secrets, and desperate to keep her own hidden, Reyna must find a way out. If she doesn't, she risks more than just death. She risks giving everything to her intoxicating captor.This is the first book in the Shadow Bound Queen series, and is inspired by Norse mythology and Vikings. Sexy fae Vikings. It has Hades and Persephone, Beauty and the Beast vibes, and is slow-burn enemies to lovers fantasy romance with a burn-the-world-down-for-her hero. The series builds in steam and is filled with magic, myth, and delicious tension.This is the special edition hardback version of the book.
The book reframes the discussion from a race-and-gender-based "business case for diversity" to explore the conditions which render Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) policies beneficial or divisive.
This is an unusual and important longitudinal study of the complexities of getting things done in large corporations. It is based around interviews with Swedish industrial leaders in 1990 and again in 2020.
Over 2,300 years ago, the Ancient Greeks gave us philosophy-the love of wisdom. From Socrates and Epicurus to Plato and Aristotle, they grappled with the big questions-who are we? Why are we here? What is a good life? How should we lead our life?Later, the natural sciences split away from philosophy, and then the humanities did as well, and fragmented into separate disciplines, all of which tell us something about human nature-the universal, the culture-specific, and the individuated. This ongoing process was also forwarded by supporters of Aristotle's worldview, most notably, Thomas Aquinas and Ayn Rand, and we see much value in their neo-Aristotelian philosophies, too. In the light of all that that the new sciences and more recent philosophers tell us about human nature and ethics, is there a case for modernizing Aristotle (and thinkers like Aquinas and Rand, as well), as against starting afresh? We think so.The theme of this book is to arrive at a highly practical, "neo-Aristotelian" framework to facilitate creating a meaningful life and self-actualization (and thereby flourishing and happiness) by linking ethics (as an "ought") with the empirical sciences (that provide the "is"). A modernized ethic can be created using current scientific knowledge, and is also made easier in application, by specifying the psychological nature of the human (the internal, or the ontology of the modern human), and delineating that which is universal, from that which can be individualized.
In modern times politics in the Western world has become the ultimate source of morality, with the decline of religious and spiritual certainties. Today, public legitimacy, both political and moral, can only be derived from the idea that authority is based on individual decisions. The foundation of modern Western morality is based on the priority of the individual, hence the entitlement of modern democracy.This book is a case in favour of communal based individualism. Narrow-minded individualism can only lead to modern forms of nihilistic morality, such as egoism and narcissism. Today the schisms of morality within Western culture are more and more visible; between the USA and Europe; and within Europe, which has been exacerbated by the rift between Europe and Russia. The book argues that if these schisms are not handled in a moral sense, then Nietzsche's prediction that Europe was to face two hundred years of nihilism might come true, and would threaten Western civilization.
Evolving on Purpose: Co-creating with the Divine is another remarkable collaboration by Katie Carey, a visionary creative and CEO of Soulful Valley Publishing, renowned for curating transformational books that inspire and uplift readers worldwide. Together, they have once again assembled an extraordinary collection of stories from heart-centred individuals, amplifying the power of collective wisdom and creativity. With their passion for empowering others to embrace their true potential, Katie Carey and Soulful Valley Publishing have carefully selected these 22 authors worldwide, each bringing a unique perspective and profound insights into the art of co-creating with the Divine. Through their guidance and support, these authors have been able to tap into their inner genius, harnessing the power of their connection with the universe, source, God, Spirit, Angels, or the Divine. Evolving on Purpose: Co-creating with the Divine is a testament to the passion and dedication that Katie Carey and Soulful Valley Publishing have for helping individuals leave their mark on the world through love, light, wisdom, joy, and transformation. This powerful collaboration not only showcases the authors' transformative journeys but also serves as a catalyst for readers to embark on their own path of self-discovery and purposeful co-creation. By joining forces, Katie Carey and Soulful Valley Publishing have created an extraordinary platform for these gifted authors to share their stories, leaving a lasting legacy of inspiration and empowerment. Together, they invite readers to embark on a profound adventure where the boundaries between the physical and spiritual realms dissolve, and the power of co-creation becomes a tangible reality. Evolving on Purpose: Co-creating with the Divine is a testament to the power of collaboration, showcasing the profound impact that can be achieved when visionary authors and a publishing powerhouse unite. This book is not only a celebration of the authors' journeys but also a testament to the transformative potential that lies within each reader. Through the collective wisdom and experiences shared within these pages, readers will discover their own capacity to co-create with the Divine and leave their unique imprint on the world. Written by: KATIE CAREY - AMBER BRIDEWELL - AMMA VENTELÄ - CELIA LOUISE - CHERISE GRESKIDAVID KNIGHT - ERICA MARTIN - FIONA BLACK - GISELLE LORENA HURTADO - JENNIFER MOOREJOS POUNE FAE - JULES IMPICCINI - KARL OLSON - KARLA KOPP - KATI LUDWIGLALITHA DONATELLA RIBACK - LIDIA KULESHNYK - MICHELLE GRANT - SARAH BRIGID BROWNSTEPH DARMANIN - SUSANNE KURZ - TAMI ROACH
THE END OF YOUR WORLD?These eleven tales from critically-acclaimed author Michael Warren Lucas remind us that doom is always personal. Genes gone wild, or not wild enough. Cosmic heroes demanding you show them to a bank robbery, or else. Learning after a lifetime that your love is named chocolate, and chasing it no matter the cost. Discovering that your cozy desk job might get you killed, that one of your coworkers is a murderer, or the Faerie Queen wants your pelt. Apocalypse is loathed liberation, shredded innocence, or blowing up your own life to clasp a gaunt hope of joy.Eleven different dooms await you.Some of them are delicious.
Eggphrasis by Ronnie Hess is a narrative of her experiences raising hens for eggs in her backyard. Using a variety of poetic styles, both formal and experimental, Hess takes us on an offbeat journey across human and animal worlds in this affecting collection.
Two new apprentices. One charming engineer. A potential battle with both sea serpents and evil sorcerers.When Sorcerer Adrien Danvers takes on a job that leads him into the slums of England, he never imagined he'd end up with not one, but two apprentices. Despite his doubts in himself, he's the only chance the two pre-teens have to escape their hellish life.When Sir Hugh Quartermain contracts him to deal with the mysterious circumstances surrounding his home on the Isle of Man, Adrien finds the more time they spend together, the more his walls come down around the beguiling engineer-an unusual occurrence and a terrifying prospect.But as it turns out, this case is about to take a turn-a battle with both beast and man, the ultimate test of Adrien's willingness to accept help. When he does, Hugh proves to be a fierce protector and friend, more so than Adrien could've ever bargained for, and he finds himself longing for something he shouldn't.Falling for his new friend is not a complication Adrien needs. (His matchmaking apprentices disagree.)Tags: Magical AU, Adrien's way of dealing with bad days is to curse things, repeatedly, fortunately lots of targets keep presenting themselves, Hugh has precisely zero chill where Adrien is concerned, as people will learn the hard way, here we have Extremely Competent MCs because that is my jam, set after WWI, but no worries, I can't write angst to save my life, curses, magic, bit of mystery, apprentices are acquired, something of a slow burn, Hugh's a sweetie, right up until you endanger his boys, then he's your worst nightmare, man's a knight in multiple ways
Michael D. Dennis invites you to delve into the intoxicating world of love, passion, and sensuality with his captivating collection of micropoetry, MrDeadletters Vol. I.
This 50th anniversary reissue of G.R. Thompson's Poe's Fiction makes available for Poe scholars, students, and aficionados the groundbreaking work that changed the course of Poe studies. Written in highly accessible prose, the book reads as fresh today as when it first appeared. Poe's Fiction, which established that Poe was neither a hack nor a madman, neither a writer purely devoted to ideality nor solely a morbid Gothicist-but rather consistently a romantic ironist-was not only the first book to make full sense of Poe, it also helped to explain Poe's enormous influence on twentieth-century literature.
True love has the power to rise from the ashes. An ancient power awakens, and everything is burning. With humanity on the brink of destruction, the Council makes a dicey decision that puts the entire magic community at risk: they invite humans to their own farewell party. War is raging outside, and Cailleach Estate is one of the few safehouses in the state. Things get awfully cosy when Alannah bunkers down with her friends and several refugees from Mt. Gambier. With cabin fevers rising, old grudges flaring to life, and lustful desires blazing, this house becomes hotter than the fires scorching the land.But Alannah Winters detests hiding. She is a fighter. And she will do anything to protect the people she loves. Note: This is the fourth of six main books in the Winter's Magic series, and it directly follows the events of Winter's Mother 1.Warning: This book contains coarse language, and explicit scenes, including steamy m/m/f and m/f/f romance, that may upset or offend some readers.
Jack is an ordinary teenage boy. Mary is anything but ordinary. Fate ties them together briefly in a biology classroom. A new beginning of their education, and the end of their innocence. The strings that tie us together can give comfort or pain, depending on the direction of the pull. Untying fate is often easier than we want it to be. Mary is only briefly diverted from her chosen path. Jack's path is changed forever.
The climate became damaged beyond repair, and not everyone wanted to live in it. Like everything else, the altered meteorologic conditions, known as the Shift, created a society of protected enclaves, and sociopaths surviving out in the charred remains of western North America. The temperate rainforests of the Pacific Northwest were dying, and scientists rushed to grow trees that could survive in this new semi-arid environment. They scavenged the western forests for the hardiest seeds and grew them in a massive nursery complex. During that time, something amazing happened, the trees began to send signals to humans, and scientists rushed to decipher them. Were they omens? A great evolutionary leap forward? No one was quite certain. Extinction loomed. Perhaps the arbors recognized that Homo sapiens were not only their nemesis, but their last hope. Millions of years of evolutionary history gave way and the trees revealed their secrets. The magnitude of this communication changed everything. The anti-science armies would have none of it; they moved across the West like a locust swarm, convinced of their divine mission. They destroyed the last vestiges of learning including the research institutes and the universities. The Shift created societal upheaval, and inflicted deep scars on the landscape, but there was a flicker of hope...the trees.
A Kiss of the Siren's Song is a heart-warming, action-packed fantasy romance novel about keeping your enemies close and your secrets closer. Perfect for fans of Pirates of the Caribbean and The Princess Bride.
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