Walter Trout is a giant of the blues-rock genre, and a survivor whose hell-and-back career is one of music's last great untold stories. Born March 6th, 1951, in Atlantic City, the guitarist and bandleader can look back on a half-century of musical triumphs, from his breakout as all-star sideman in '70s LA, through the '80s mayhem of Canned Heat and John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, onto the solo career that thrives to this day. In modern times, Walter is a devoted husband and father-of-three. Yet few artists have walked a rockier road to enlightenment. Here, for the first time ever, Walter gives his own frank, unflinching and dazzlingly funny account of his chequered life and times. It's all here: the hits, misses, homelessness, death threats, deals-gone-bad, bust-ups and comedowns. Even when the spotlight turns onto darker subjects - the desperate trauma of his childhood, the demeaning depths of his addictions and the reality of his recent health issues - Walter speaks out with an honesty that will leave his fans with a deeper appreciation of the man and his art. Rescued From Reality is the result of 30-plus hours of interviews with Walter, and combines the bandleader's extraordinary testimony with never-before-seen photos from his personal archive. Equal parts thriller, romance, suspense and horror, it's a page-turner you won't be able to put down.

A 2019 Schneider Family Book Award Winner Based on a real-life partnership, the heartening story of the love and teamwork between a girl and her service dog will illuminate and inspire. Rescue thought he’d grow up to be a Seeing Eye dog — it’s the family business, after all. When he gets the news that he’s better suited to being a service dog, he’s worried that he’s not up to the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently than the way she'd imagined it, too. Now Jessica needs Rescue by her side to help her accomplish everyday tasks. And it turns out that Rescue can help Jessica see after all: a way forward, together, one step at a time. An endnote from the authors tells more about the training and extraordinary abilities of service dogs, particularly their real-life best friend and black lab, Rescue.

For as long as she could remember, Emma had wanted a dog. Instead, she got a fish, a hamster, and even a guinea pig. And although Emma loved all these pets, it was not the same as having a dog. Meanwhile, an abandoned puppy was brought to an animal rescue. And although this little puppy had a warm place to sleep and food to eat, she dreamed of having her very own family to love. Happily for both, Emma adopts this puppy and names her Dixie, and in each other they find the companionship they've been looking for. A Home for Dixie is their uplifting story, enhanced by adorable photography and bonus information on how to support your local animal shelter—and even adopt a rescued dog of your own.

Although she is alone in the world without anyone to call family, Mandy Lewis has courageously begun to build a new life for herself. But when she discovers she is pregnant and is soon abandoned by the babys father, Mandy faces a difficult decision. Without finances or a support system to raise a child, she decides to abort the baby. On the day of the scheduled abortion, Mandy feels confused, desperate, and lonely. When she meets Ayala Banks outside the clinic, the widow transforms Mandys life and the life of her unborn child with her story of redemption. After Mandy is invited into Ayalas home along with another young unwed mother, she eventually learns that through Gods grace, it is possible to overcome abandonment, shame, and grief to endure all of lifes challenges. In this inspirational tale of hope and healing, a young woman dealing with an unexpected pregnancy is helped by a kindly widow who guides her to accept Gods redeeming love into her heart.

Comet’s Tale is a story about a friendship between two former winners, both a little down on their luck, who together stage a remarkable comeback. A former hard-driving attorney, Steven Wolf has reluctantly left his job and family and moved to Arizona for its warm winter climate. There he is drawn to a local group that rescues abused racing greyhounds. Although he can barely take care of himself because of a spinal condition, Wolf adopts Comet, an elegant cinnamon-striped racer. Or does Comet adopt Wolf? In Comet’s Tale we follow their funny and moving journey as Wolf teaches Comet to be a service dog. With her boundless enthusiasm and regal manners, Comet attracts new friends to Wolf’s isolated world. And finally, she plays a crucial role in restoring his health, saving his marriage, and broadening his definition of success.

*The Secret Life of Amy Bensen is now a streaming series on Passionflix!* The first book in the sexy, suspenseful Secret Life of Amy Bensen series from New York Times bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones. His touch spirals through me, warm and sweet, wicked and hot. I shouldn’t trust him. I shouldn’t tell him my secrets. But how do I not when he is the reason I breathe? He is what I need. At the young age of eighteen, tragedy and a dark secret force Lara to flee all she has known and loved to start a new life. Now years later, with a new identity as Amy, she’s finally dared to believe she is forgotten—even if she cannot forget. But just when she lets her guard down, the ghosts of her past are quick to punish her, forcing her back on the run. On a plane, struggling to face the devastation of losing everything again and starting over, Amy meets Liam Stone, a darkly entrancing billionaire recluse, who is also a brilliant, and famous, prodigy architect. A man who knows what he wants and goes after it. And what he wants is Amy. Refusing to take “no” as an answer, he sweeps her into a passionate affair, pushing her to her erotic limits. He wants to possess her. He makes her want to be possessed. Liam demands everything from her, accepting nothing less. But what if she is too devastated by tragedy to know when he wants more than she should give?

“Mindful of the quality expected of Cherry Adair and Mariah Stewart, Christy Reece’s first novel is a terrific romantic suspense thriller.”—Harriet Klausner, Merry Genre Go Round Reviews A covert operative of Last Chance Rescue (LCR) Enterprises, Eden St. Claire has made secrets her life’s work. Seven years ago, an evening of emotional vulnerability and pure pleasure almost destroyed her. Now Eden wears her beauty like a mask, concealing any hint of vulnerability or the demons of her past. A daring rescue of an innocent girl on a Greek island leads Eden to a new partner. Jordan Montgomery has been looking for Eden–though he knows her by another name, from another time. But his search for her is overshadowed by a case that’s gone international. A powerful, ruthless, organized network is stealing women and children around the world. And a lover, a traitor, and a killer all wait for Eden’s next move. “A sizzling new suspense trilogy bursts onto the scene as Reece invites readers to join the adventures of Last Chance Rescue Enterprises. . . . Plenty of danger and intrigue make this a promising series launch!”—Romantic Times Magazine “Rescue Me is an exciting magnetic story. . . . Oh, yes!”—Fresh Fiction

More than 6.5 million unwanted pets enter animal shelters each year, greatly overwhelming available resources. In this book, author and award-winning photographer Margaret Bryant tells the story of some of those dogs who were lucky enough to be rescued and find their forever homes. Readers will enjoy a range of inspiring and feel-good tales—plus over 150 unique, personality-filled portraits—that show the way dogs enrich the lives of people young and old, teach humans how to slow down and live life, show humans how to have fun, protect their people from danger, and serve as our lifetime companions in this journey we call life. There’s also plenty of information about getting started in making a difference in homeless dogs’ lives—and choosing the right dog for you. With its evocative portraits and poignant stories, this book will delight dog lovers and animal rescue advocates of all ages.

African rebels. Stolen girls. Illegal logging. A dangerous cobra. Join eleven-year-old Kiisa and her messenger bird, Njili, on a thrilling rescue mission in the heart of Africa and learn with them the true meaning of bravery and the value of forgiveness in the second page-turning book in J. A. Myhre's The Rwendigo Tales.

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