Authorhouse okt 2009 (52 resultados)

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Colourtown was a very colourful place to be. Indeed, it was THE most colourful place to be. Until, that is, the Colourmonster arrived in town. This silly (and a little bit educational) story tells how the townsfolk dealt with the rather strange threat of. The Colourmonster.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - When Kristen, a high school teacher from Florida receives an urgent request to visit her sick, frail, and very much estranged grandfather, she takes a leave of absence and with great trepidation, embarks on a journey to upstate New York.Once she arrives at Lakeview Manor in the bone-chilling dark of night, Kristen abruptly has the feeling that she is not welcome. As she attempts to get to know her grandfather, she struggles between her strong dislike of him and an overwhelming curiosity as to the real reason why she has been summoned. After being taken in under the wings of the housekeeper and her grandfather's Amazon nurse, Kristen sees and hears things that can't be real-worst of all, she fears she is falling in love with a figment of her imagination-a ghost who prowls the manor's halls. Meanwhile, the down-to-earth and incredibly handsome physician who cares for her grandfather makes it known he would like to be her suitor, but her infatuation with the phantom keeps her disinterested.When her grandfather dies before she has a chance to follow through with his wishes, the two worlds she has been juggling soon collide, bringing her journey to a surprising conclusion.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The Ditch Dog: Book 1 - The Ditch Dog takes you into the world of a lovable, shaggy, stray dog named Ditto. He plays endlessly with his many animals friends. While his friends from the village, bring him treats and hugs. Scruffy and unkempt he may be, but Ditto is a dog with dignity, pride and sound judgment. Once abandoned, he loves his freedom beyond all else, but gradually Ditto begins to understand that something is missing. Will his past fears allow him to become part of a special family and feel truly loved! The Hedge Cat: Book 2 - The Hedge Cat takes you into a warm cozy cottage, where, Giggles happily lives surrounded by those she loves: it is the only home she has ever known. Until one day, a beautiful blue butterfly leads her away from her secure life and into new adventures. She finds herself in a world of dark hedges and wild animals, where some are kind but many are not. Giggles never doubts that Suzy will be searching for her but will Suzy find Giggles in time to rescue her from Emu the wild, mangy tomcat and the smelly, large black dog that are chasing her.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - At the conclusion of Keith Harvey's novel, Cave Gossip, the protagonist recites an aphorism: being in being is. Sea Snails on a Black Chow's Tongue explores the meaning of this aphorism. The poems in this collection, then, deal with man's basic aloneness in being; a castaway, if you will, in his own existence.Poet He sat and readhis primal poemson a wooden stoolcarved from pine.His lips purpledas he scannedprimordial wordsand his tongueshadowedlike a chow's.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Anyone who owns an individual retirement account knows that they come with questions. It takes a certified retirement financial adviser to know the answers.Instead of spending lots of money to find out what's best for you, all you need to do is buy this handy guidebook that considers questions such as:Are you being told the truth about Roth conversions Is a trust the best beneficiary for your IRA What alternative IRA investment choices do traditional planners fail to mention Are you sure you want to leave your IRA directly to your children Should you disinherit your spouse Are you up to speed on FDIC bank failure rules And much, much more!Whether you are retired, thinking about retiring or trying to set yourself on a path that will allow you to accomplish your long-term goals, you need the necessary tools to make educated decisions that will affect you and your family. Discover how to make the right moves and avoid the wrong ones in IRA Misfortune 101.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - All Tootie Greene wants is a loving, normal family. But this toughtalking, spirited prostitute realizes that with her shameful past, this is just a wild dream. This beautiful, red-headed girl was sent to a foster home as a teenager, but she later ran away only to be abducted and forced into sexual slavery. Tootie is sold to a pimp-learning firsthand the atrocities of human trafficking.When Tootie, working as a prostitute and exotic dancer, falls in love with and marries Johnny Mack, a sympathetic preacher, she believes her torrid past is behind her as they start the family she has always dreamed about. But her happiness is short-lived. A church deacon, a former client from her days of prostitution, blackmails her to have sex with him; when Tootie bears his child, Johnny forces her to leave.Tootie can't escape the seamy side of life and is forced into a Tantric ring of sexual slavery-an experience far worse than the others in her life. She dreams of escaping from the murderous cult leader and being reunited with her husband, Johnny, and her children. Will she realize her dream of becoming a part of a loving family.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - In 1922, a young Jewish widow fled from the Russian Revolution, constant pogroms and civil war with four of her five children, leaving her oldest daughter, Frayda, in their village in the Ukraine. As Malka ran, she prayed that one day she would see her daughter again.In A Piece of Her Heart, Malka's granddaughter, Sissy Carpey, chronicles a real-life family saga that spans life in the shtetl, the Russian Revolution, and an eventual escape to America-retelling a compelling story of the separate lives their families lived in the United States and the Soviet Union during a turbulent time in history. Carpey shares the details of how in 1963, nearly a half century after she had left Russia, Malka received a letter that delivered shocking news-Frayda was alive in Uzbekistan. After two years of cutting through red tape on both sides of the world, mother and daughter were finally reunited on a May evening at Kennedy Airport in New York City. In this poignant narrative, a Jewish mother and her daughter prove that despite the insurmountable challenges that stood before them, the strength of their love would bring them back together as a family once again.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Eleven-year-old Claude Kinkade considers himself an orphan of sorts. His father, Major Blake Kinkade, died in the Gulf War. Claude's mother, Daisy, travels to Las Vegas to pursue a singing career. Left with relatives on a Pennsylvania farm, Claude begins a journey of his own.In Pennsylvania Claude meets his illustrious cousin, Nathean Summers, the family's golden boy. Nathe first appeared before the cameras in 1954 at age eight. His meteoric rise toward stardom sputtered; by the late 1960s his films were forgotten. After a turbulent career in publishing, he returns to the family farm to recover remnants of his boyhood and begin life anew in Summers Run. Claude's and Nathe's lives entwine as they forge their futures together. They form a Little League team for the farm boys of the township. Soon they encounter Standing Ovation, the legendary bull of the neighborhood; Parsimonious Murphy, the reluctant recluse; and Tim Hathaway, the deaf orphan who wants to shine in center field. More than a story of Americana or baseball on a country diamond, more than fly-fishing or film acting, Summers Run mirrors the larger issues of decisions, expectations, and the dreams and realities found along the back roads.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - A young assistant editor living with her guardian uncle has a great job for a publishing company in New York City and a wonderful relationship with her fiancé, Mark. Suddenly, her world is turned upside down, and when her uncle dies she inherits property in Sunset Cover, Georgia. Now very much alone in the world, she struggles to find answers too many questions. Why hadn't Uncle Charlie ever mentioned the house in Georgia Why does she feel like the people in Sunset Cover don't want her to stay Even with ongoing danger and puzzling circumstances she finds love again, and the facts that arise from a cardboard box only triggers her faith in God as she attempts to uncover the mysteries that surround her.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Don't live through divorce by yourself, because you're not alone. Over 1,000,000 people divorce annually in the United States. This leaves approximately 500,000 men each year searching for answers and guidance. The author is a regular middle-class guy who chose to do something positive with his divorce; to turn tragedy into triumph. Now every man can benefit from Joe's nearly two years of research, his interviews with over two hundred men, and his own personal experience. Men are often banished by the stereotype of being insensitive womanizers. Nothing could be further from the truth. Men are emotional, men are sensitive, and men are affected by divorce in ways that are traumatic to our very heart, mind, and soul. This book specifically details: Understanding what went wrong Healthy ways to accept responsibility without beating yourself up Advice to help the children adjust while becoming a great single parent Strategies to make it through the dark days of emotional depression Re-entering the dating world in a way that best fits each individual And so much more.Take the time to live and learn from your divorce so you can embrace the far better life that awaits you.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - If you could see into the future, what would you do to save your race Would you separate a group for future spawning Or would you let your world die If presented with the opportunity to help a dying race, would you If you discovered you were being manipulated into doing so, would you change your mind Could you leave your children to an alien planet in order to save it Or would you stay The year is 2150. A team of five archaeoastromomers unearth an artifact; a key that unlocks a door to an ancient alien sanctuary. With alien technology still in force, they are caught up in a world that uses them to create a new and stronger race. The team is led on a journey through space, para-sensory perception, and mythological discovery. Humankind will never be the same.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Walt Roberts, newly-appointed professor of Central Asian Studies, is about to embark on another trip to China, but this time, the focus will be on not only the Silk Road but also include the eastern portion of the web of trading routes. What will he, Tara, his girlfriend, and his group of six students encounter along the way The Ten Thousand Things is the story of their journey.Walt's mismatched group of amateur intelligence gatherers added a tiny fragment to the accumulating evidence of Chinese capabilities. His experience barely touches on this field which, increasingly, is in the daily news. But why say more The author, Brooks Tenney, a former engineer with Chance Vought Aircraft, GE, and Xerox, was Project Engineer for the Tektite Program (NASA, US Navy, Dept. of Interior). After designing an undersea habitat, he lived underwater for two weeks with an international team; later receiving the Navy's Meritourious Public Service Citation. Today he writes for a newspaper in upstate New York. His two recent novels are Killing Mauritius, describing fundamentalist terrorism, and New Silk Road, dealing with Central Asia's drug traffic.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Links of Time Life's Memories Chained Together Links of Time is the author's successful attempt to prove to his own satisfaction that Jeremiah is indeed true when he says that God knew us before we were born; that He wanted nothing but the best for each one of his children. His plan for us includes only a desire for good with a hope for the future, a future of eternal life with Him. Life is no bed of roses. No one is promised freedom from pain, sorrow, or suffering. How one deals with those times is up to the choices one makes. The author's life has been no different than anyone else's. Several major events including the death of two spouses, polio, and chronic illnesses like diabetes and impending kidney failure are among the most devastating times in the author's life. The author not only describes these events, but explains how he has overcome the grief and adverse conditions that accompany them, and has been able to develop a stronger faith in knowing that God does care and is always ready to help in time of need. This help most often has come through the lives of family members and close friends. Without them, proper choices could not have been made.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - No Fishing in the Parking Lot is the story of how God used a pastor and his wife to grow and develop their small church into one of the region's largest churches by responding to His call. They realized that it didn't matter where they lived, they had been sent on a mission from God. There were people who had to be reached with God's message of the Gospel. The mission of bringing others to God's work starts simply, by getting people out of their houses, churches, and 'parking lots' to spend time with others who are also searching for God's love. People cannot fully realize how much others care for them until they meet with them where they live. 'Be careful reading this book. God may be calling you to stop fishing in the parking lot. The suggestions in this book may be what you need to penetrate the 'lostness' in your area.' -David N. Baldwin, Alaska Baptist Convention, Executive Director/Treasurer.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - A moving story of personal rebellion and the reconciling forces of human existence, Ruptures into Silence reveals the turbulent tale of Margaret Vivian, an intelligent, precocious woman who lived life to its fullest.Through the voice of her niece, Olivia, Margaret Vivian's extraordinary personality bursts into color. While growing up in the beautiful countryside of her island home, Taringa, Margaret enjoys her childhood with her parents and younger sister, Josephine. But when her mother, Viola, discovers a tragic secret from the past, her personality undergoes a swift and dramatic change. Suddenly, Margaret's life becomes intolerable under her mother's dominion.Meeting her soul mate, Stanley, softens the blow for Margaret, and the love she feels for this man surpasses the ugliness between Margaret and her mother. Yet their relationship is not to be and sorrow permeates Margaret's life once more. But time has a way of providing distance and clarity to the human heart, and Margaret realizes that reconciliation with her mother is not only possible, but needed. From childhood through adolescence and into adulthood, Margaret's story reveals the deep, emotional attachment necessary to keep a family strong, the enduring peace of true love, and the hope we all carry within our soul.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - We eat three meals a day and use three utensils. There are three branches of the military. We use three letter acronyms such as NBC, FDR, JFK, FBI, and IRS. We eat BLTs, and we learn the ABCs. The number 'three' permeates our lives. In Three of Life, author Louis Komzsik examines the unique role that this number plays in life. Three of Life focuses on the diverse mathematical roles of the number as a geometric and arithmetic building block as well as a gatekeeper of, or a gateway to, infinity. It also discusses appearances of the number in places ranging from historical occurrences, to archaeological finds, to religious symbols, and to biology and physics. In this light-hearted narrative, Komzsik describes the spectacular role that the number three plays in our physical lives-from biology to the mechanical world to the planetary motions. The number three has occupied a prominent role in human history for thousands of years and has demonstrated an intrinsic presence in our physical life.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - p> About the Book Early in Joe Harris's railroad career, one of his supervisors told him, 'You have to blow your own horn; nobody's going to blow it for you.' Harris tried to live by these words. And in this memoir, he also describes blowing a horn of another sortthat of a railroad engineer. Hell of a Way to Run a Railroad recaps Harris's thirty-six-year stint working on the railroadfrom his debut as an electrician's helper in 1969 with the Burlington Northern Railroad to becoming an engineer in 1974. In his thirty years working as a locomotive engineer, Harris hit twenty vehicles and killed three people with the train. With a focus toward safety, Harris discusses becoming a volunteer presenter with Operation Lifesaver, a program designed to help save people's lives around railroad tracks. Including a comprehensive glossary of railroad terminology, Hell of a Way to Run a Railroad presents a fascinating look into the many and varied facets of working on the railroad with both passenger trains and freight trainsfrom the interesting locals to the quirky co-workers.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Here is a diary of one woman's journey from job loss in tough economic times to a heart that knows she has nothing to worry about because her success is in her hands. If she says she has golden hands then she does. Within three days of being notified of the job loss she quickly moved from anxiety to total confidence. She found that success was as easy as looking inside of herself and decided to start writing it down in the form of this book. The self-realization was so gratifying and pleasurable that she wanted to share the experience in hopes of helping others find their way to success or simply to enjoy her story. Written in a very conversational style this book is easy to read and chock full of believable ways to change up your life in a very positive, self affirming way. This is a fun, upbeat book which makes moving yourself on the road to success seem very do-able. Who wouldn't want to find a way to be and feel victorious on their own terms (of success) Shelley Howe believes in herself as she believes in you. She takes you on a tour of her life for three months while she moves from unexpectedly unemployed to self employed and loves every minute of it. She makes the expression of one door closing and another bigger more beautiful opening a reality and shows you the way. Go for the gusto and get it! It is yours for the taking and Shelley both shares her story of how she got it and gives you some tools so that you can get it too. Enjoy.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - In November, 2000, on a flight to New York City, Hank Brayden, who works for the United Nations, becomes associated with Jerry Ness, who is a security agent for the airline industry. At first, their acquaintance was cumbersome and stressed, but they eventually became quite close friends. Jerry's company was funded by the Federal Government and his position was involved more with investigations than with security. His responsibilities were international in scope, not unlike those of CIA agents. After 9/11, Jerry's operation was folded into the National Security Administration under Homeland Security, and Jerry convinced Hank to leave the UN and join him at NSA. Their assignments at their Counter Intelligence Units at NSA brought them close to uncovering a terrorist plot so enormous that the very existence of the United States is threatened. Their missions unfold to witness the Jihad planned against the United States. Will they survive it.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Grace couldn't get Hatuey out of her head; so beautiful and sexy. Port Salut would be the perfect place for them to spend time together. Since the volleyball party, her emotions had taken over her mind and isolated her inside a pink bubble. Far from her mind was the idea of Earth's planetary course through the cosmos. Further removed from her reality were age-old rituals and drum rumbling possessions. She had no clue that her DNA had uniquely prepared her for 2012.Luckily for her, Canela and Joel were there to cover for her when she disappeared on a romantic rendezvous. But when they came face to face with a zombie, they discovered that reality is more than what meets the eye. They had to find Grace; it was the first step of this phenomenal journey on their Caribbean mission.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Blu Baaalloo is a collection of life experience poetry begun in 1996 by young Australian writer and artist, Lisa Ieraci. The metamorphosis of a young misguided youth, an adolescent in search of truth and spirituality, who then emerges as a young woman on a quest to redefine herself, is demonstrated within these pages. This is not literature for the mundane or faint-hearted, but more for the reader who enjoys something a little left of center.this is exciting poetry that really makes you think.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Research has shown that people who participate in their healthcare - those who ask questions of their doctors and play an active role with their doctors in making decisions about their care - are the ones who get the right care and have the best outcomes. How can you be sure you're receiving the right care You need to get smart, be informed and take control of your healthcare. This book helps you do that. The Kreisberg's have taken their many years of experience in the healthcare field and distilled the most important lessons you need to learn to get the care you need as an individual. With this book as a guide, you'll know how to find the right doctors and ask the right questions so you have the information you need to help you weigh all your treatment options and choose the best course of action. You'll gain an understanding of the risks associated with different diseases, and learn how to select the right hospital so you can maximize the quality of your care. You'll find the information you need to take your prescription medications safely, and you'll find guidance in caring for your elderly loved ones who very often need specialized care.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - A work of poems spanning over twenty-one years. The readers is sure to enjoy the composition as well as the style. The book covers a range of poetry that cover, romantic subject matter and various areas of interest. The reader will enjoy the continuity of the work as well as the individual make up of each verse and poem.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - On a Monday morning in October, Carl Collingwood and his 20-year-old son Bruce hijack a New York City commuter train. They board the diesel-powered train at its northern-most terminus, Wassaic, New York. That sets events in motion that alter the lives of a host of characters including: Mike Snead, the arrogant, Machiavellian CEO of Transport International; David Price, a tough, action-oriented F.B.I. agent: and Juli Gables, an energetic but neophyte TV journalist.A brilliant inventor, Carl developed the 'personal aircraft' -- a vertical take off and landing fixed-wing airplane -- that the military needs but Snead saw a way to divert some of the steady flow of government dollars away from Transport International. When Carl needed capital for his company, he took Mike's bait and mortgaged his intellectual property. Carl inadvertently missed a payment, allowing Mike to spring the trap. Carl sought redress in the courts, but somehow Mike had been able to dodge the legal bullet, leaving Carl despondent and bereft.Now, Carl and Bruce let all the passengers off except Mike. Carl's objective is to deliver Mike to Washington, D.C., to testify before a Congressional Committee on corporate corruption. Can a commuter train on a line that dead-ends in Grand Central make this trip.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Time is running out. Mankind is on the verge of extinction caused by a mysterious occurrence known simply as 'the Illness.' Emma Bright, a criminal investigator for the only remaining government on earth, embarks on mankind's last criminal investigation with the hope of somehow linking the phony murder of history's greatest prophet, Günter Habsburg, to the apocalypse. However, there is one problem: 'the Illness' has destroyed all of the evidence that ever existed. In her journey to solve the riddle of 'the Illness,' Emma unintentionally steps into a whirlwind of randomness and eventually learns, not only the purpose of her own life, but also the meaning of all life.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Peter Vallas has always followed his dreams and has never given up. He wanted to be a professional artist; he became one. He wanted to become a writer; he published several books. He wanted to be an actor; he acted in the movie Exit and is now working on his own movie. And in this memoir, The Fire Within, Vallas shares his life story that speaks of these successes and also of his hard work, perseverance, and determination.Acknowledging both the joys and the sorrows, Vallas discusses the hard times of poverty, making mistakes, and learning from those mistakes. But he also writes about the many accomplishments of his life including forty-eight years in fire service-from firefighter to lieutenant to captain and fire marshal. Credited with saving forty-two lives in his storied career, Vallas has been decorated by two presidents and received an award from the American Character Awards.Including detailed accounts, The Fire Within is filled with bittersweet remembrances of his family and dreams-a chronology of events from boyhood to the present, turning his dreams into reality along the way. He grew up with nothing and became something.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - One cannot comprehend America until they comprehend the Negro. The writer's great-grandfather once said that the Negro was just like a hog they don't endure to the end. Wash them up, dress them proudly and tie a red ribbon around their neck but as soon as they see a mud hole they will wallow. Where their spirit is where they will resideThe writer's great-great-great-grandfather who was a very wealthy Slave owner, a judge, and a teacher to future slave owners said it best, that hope was evil. He told his students to acknowledge power, and to give the slave hope. The Slave owner would be in power.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Jericho Diggs, the preacher's son, falls in love with another boy during his first year of Junior High School, a sissy-or so he had expected-with imaginary breasts. Surely, he doesn't fall in love on purpose-neglecting to anticipate the imminent chaos-the hate, abuse, or shame it will bring. He wouldn't choose a life that would send him running forever, living for the approval of a father he hates. To be Loved traces the lives of two black boys from their childhood friendship and later, tragic love affair in Vicksburg, a small town in Mississippi. The story follows them through their divergent paths to adulthood in search of love, acceptance, happiness, and normalcy. It leads ultimately to a confrontation in Atlanta, Georgia that teaches them lessons they learn far too late. …

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The Butterworth family presents the epitome of dependency on God presented in the parable Above and Beyond. From resolution to the continued development in the new community and prayer, seeking God has been the hallmark of the approach they have taken to facing the challenges they encounter in life. The example set by this family is contagious and others will be encouraged to pattern their lives after their spiritual example. There have been struggles, not everything has gone smoothly and without turmoil for them. However, their family's foundation of trust and dependency on God, with the assurance that He does all things well, has helped turn their defeat into victory. The position of faith taken by this family will provide the stimulus to encourage others to seek God in the real world.…

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