Kismet Tales from Happy Trails is a story told to remind each of us that we are all here to experience our own journey and to honor our own truth. Each of us is a unique individual, and it is only important that we each aspire to embrace the best version of our own self – to give the best of whom we are to share with the world. Kismet means destiny, and this book is a wish for every human being on this planet to live a delicious, fulfilling life. Through poetry and illustrations, the book offers valuable life lessons and inspires people to live life fearlessly! The book also contains a handy discussion guide that parents, teachers, and groups can use to further explore topics covered in the book.

A bright graphic novel about the adventures and discoveries of the people of the future, Planet Pome-Granite will bring its readers on a journey from a land of fear and monotony to a world of childlike wonder and play! Planet Hindsight is full of roads, phones and computers. The adults there live in fear of one another, and spend all day sitting at their desks and in their cars. That is, until our seven Newfound Heroes land on Planet Hindsight. Compassion, Peace, Love, Kindness, Joy, Passion, and Humanity, heroes from different corners of the universe, work together to release the adults of Planet Hindsight from their world of fear. Watch the beautiful transformation as the adults of Planet Hindsight connect with their generosity, creativity, and passion. Imaginations bloom! Friendship rises like the sun! Peace falls over the land like a soft rain! The adults leave their cars and offices and come together to build the world's largest sandbox, where they rediscover their sense of carefree fun and joy. And with that, the work of the Newfound Heroes is complete. Let this uplifting tale inspire you with a model of an alternate universe - a world where adults remember to feed the children in their hearts, a world where peace and cooperation prevail, a world called Planet Pome-Granite. Remember, stay curious, adventurous, loving and fearless, and your inner child will shine. As mentioned in the Foreword written by musician Rob Preuss, he has been inspired to compose a musical journey to accompany the release of Planet Pome-Granite. For a free MP3 and more information on Rob's music based on Planet Pome-Granite, please email [email protected]...

Don’t we often make life’s choices considering the interest of all our dear ones and our family? What if life’s incidents reverse and overweigh us with joys and throw disappointments at us? We attempt to bounce back in life optimistically, don’t we? Or sometimes, these incidents themselves turn into a serendipity. Set across a city in South India and a Middle Eastern state, a story that traverses from early 2000 to the current times, Kismet is a multitude of experiences in the life of Akash. Akash Shetty loves his family dearly and lives up (happily) to their expectations. Why did his sibling devastate his family? What does it do with Akash’s choices? Akash lands in the Middle East for a short term. He has many life-changing experiences and faces an incident that leaves him emotionally devastated. Can he turn it into a serendipity? Kismet is a story of love/hate, culture, life’s philosophies, and humanity that challenge one’s perceptions towards life. Somewhere lives an Akash in many of us… and reminds us that Kismet or Destiny can be (turned into) a stroke of serendipity.

As a rational scientist who knows full well vampires are all hokum, Kismet Knight is the perfect choice to counsel troubled wannabe vamps. That is until she meets Devereux: a sexy, mysterious man who claims to be a real - and immensely powerful - 800-year-old vampire, and she is pulled into a whirlwind of inexplicable events that start her questioning everything she once believed about the paranormal. Kismet Knight is about to achieve her dream job - but becoming the Vampire Shrink is going to change her life. Forever.

From award-winning author Kennedy Ryan comes the soul-gripping, unforgettable first installment of the Hoops trilogy. Iris DuPree meets August West in a sports bar during her last semester of college. It's the conversation of a lifetime and sends sparks flying in every direction. The connection is undeniable...but the timing is all wrong. August is poised for the NBA draft, and Iris belongs to another man--basketball's "golden boy" and August's long-time rival. The two go their separate ways, but they often recall that electric night and what could have been. While August has embarked on his all-star life, studded with wealth and fame, Iris's perfect public relationship has become a nightmare behind closed doors. A tarnished dream of fool's gold. When August re-enters her life, the world seems briefly bright again, but Iris's darkest nights are not over yet. To survive, she must build her own strength and trust that her bond with August can endure after all this time. Even when her fraudulent prince has vowed never to let her go.

Death was everywhere. They all stared at me, bumping into one another and slowly coming forward. Sixteen-year-old Zharie Young is absolutely certain her mother morphed into a zombie before her untimely death, but she can't seem to figure out why. Why her mother died, why her aunt doesn't want her around, why all her dreams seem suddenly, hopelessly out of reach. And why, ever since that day, she's been seeing zombies everywhere. Then Bo moves into her apartment building—tall, skateboard in hand, freckles like stars, and an undeniable charm. Z wants nothing to do with him, but when he transforms into a half zombie right before her eyes, something feels different. He contradicts everything she thought she knew about monsters, and she can't help but wonder if getting to know him might unlock the answers to her mother's death. As Zharie sifts through what's real and what's magic, she discovers a new truth about the world: Love can literally change you—for good or for dead. In this surrealist journey of grief, fear, and hope, Britney S. Lewis's debut novel explores love, zombies, and everything in between in an intoxicating amalgam of the real and the fantastic.

"The entire field of film historians awaits the AFI volumes with eagerness."--Eileen Bowser, Museum of Modern Art Film Department Comments on previous volumes: "The source of last resort for finding socially valuable . . . films that received such scant attention that they seem 'lost' until discovered in the AFI Catalog."--Thomas Cripps "Endlessly absorbing as an excursion into cultural history and national memory."--Arthur Schlesinger, Jr.

The Outlaws of the Wild West: 150+ Westerns in One Edition stands as a monumental anthology that explores the allure and the multifaceted nature of the American West through its most emblematic genre: the Western. Within its pages, readers are treated to a diverse array of literary styles, from the rugged realism of pioneer life to the mythmaking narratives of outlaws and heroes. This collection, unparalleled in its scope, showcases the evolution of Western literature over time, presenting seminal works alongside lesser-known gems, offering a comprehensive insight into the genre's development and its lasting impact on American culture. The inclusion of works by celebrated authors such as Mark Twain and Jack London alongside those by niche writers ensures a rich and varied reading experience, encapsulating the broad expanse of the Western narrative landscape. The collective backgrounds of the anthology's authors provide a vivid tapestry of the American literary canon. From Twains razor-sharp wit to Londons raw depiction of adversity and survival, and Cathers evocative portrayal of frontier life, the anthology spans a critical period in American history. These authors, hailing from diverse walks of life, bring authenticity and depth to their depiction of the West, reflecting the socio-political landscapes and cultural shifts of their respective eras. The anthology not only commemorates the traditional Western but also underscores the genres role in exploring themes of identity, conflict, and the American dream, echoing the complexity and contradictions of American society itself. The Outlaws of the Wild West: 150+ Westerns in One Edition offers readers an unparalleled opportunity to dive deep into the heart of American literary heritage. It appeals not only to aficionados of the Western genre but also to those keen on exploring the narratives that have shaped American identity and mythology. This anthology opens up a dialogue among a wide array of voices, each adding its unique perspective to the vast, untamed landscapes of the American West. As such, it is an essential read for anyone looking to grasp the full spectrum of American literary output, offering an educational journey through time and across the plains, mountains, and deserts that have inspired generations of storytellers.

The definitive guide to classic films from one of America's most trusted film critics Thanks to Netflix and cable television, classic films are more accessible than ever. Now co-branded with Turner Classic Movies, Leonard Maltin’s Classic Movie Guide covers films from Hollywood and around the world, from the silent era through 1965, and from The Maltese Falcon to Singin’ in the Rain and Godzilla, King of the Monsters! Thoroughly revised and updated, and featuring expanded indexes, a list of Maltin’s personal recommendations, and three hundred new entries—including many offbeat and obscure films—this new edition is a must-have companion for every movie lover.