This second book in the Aletheia Adventure Series returns to the city of Bible Truth - Aletheia - and goes deep into the mysterious fortress that is the Academy of Soldiers-of-the-Cross. Four children are granted the privilege of spending a week with the Rescuers of Aletheia at the Academy. But during that week something unexpected happens: an unprecedented storm appears on the horizon and suddenly the children are in the middle of an emergency rescue mission. They find themselves in an adventure quite unlike any they could have imagined, right in the very heart of the terrifying purple storm. In the storm the children face false, frightening creatures that would claim their allegiance. They must decide if they will place their trust in the creatures of the storm, or in the God of the Bible. Who will they choose to be their refuge in the midst of the purple storm? Through the adventure, the book explores Bible Truth. This book can be enjoyed on its own - without reading the rest of the series.

Lucy McDaniels is a small-town teen struggling to see herself the way others see her. Over the summer, a new girl, Jill, moves in across the street and befriends Lucy. Their common interest in theater helps their friendship grow as they both begin high school. Tragedy strikes when Jill is attacked at a high school party, and she begs Lucy not to tell anyone about the incident. Lucy experiences conflict as she tries to decide which behavior is more important: honesty or loyalty. This struggle is made more difficult by Lucy's desperate desire to retain Jill's friendship. As Jill begins to self-destruct through drinking, smoking, and cutting, Lucy is forced to learn the true meaning of friendship, question whether or not honesty and loyalty are mutually exclusive, and deal with the frustration that comes with lack of closure. This novel details the very real struggles of adolescence and documents a true coming of age experience. It is based on a true story. It contains mature themes but is not graphic and contains age-appropriate language.

The Kray Allegiance has prided itself on its technology, with special emphasis on the protective structure known as the Barrier. Aylon Jonas, an engineer on the Barrier, experiences a terrible event that takes his right arm in return for unlocking his ability to connect with core powers of the universe. This newfound ability puts him center stage as tensions rise with the creation of Kybernetic Upgrades. For the first time in the Kray’s history, technology threatens to split the nation apart in civil war. Aylon and Ran Bowman find themselves caught in the middle of the biggest struggle in Krayian history. One is tasked with silencing the disturbers, while the other is asked to lead them. To make matters worse, the legendary Klyde Bokye is brought in to make sure things go as planned. With both sides seeking to outsmart the other, attention is turned to the one-armed man. Will Aylon use his power to bring peace to the Allegiance or instigate a war that could mean the end of his nation? Can Ran do what’s right under his scrutiny? Most importantly, can either of them stop the conflict before it’s too late?

When Lassiter, a gunman with a reputation, rode into the Mormon village he found an angry mob. The object of their anger was the richest woman in town, who was unwilling to give up control of her spring water.

Dalton and Dameter Dramer, 14 year old twin siblings, didnt have the slightest clue that they were born wizards. Join with them as they discover their prophecy, and delve into their past, present and future. Will they succeed in preventing the downfall of their home wizard city of Aerobith? Journey with the Dramer twins as they leave their only know home of Gravity Park and venture back to their new found home city, Aerobith. Dalton and Dameter Dramer will make new allies along their way such as; wizards, wizard nymphs, Prime Wizards and discover long lost relatives. They also will need to conquer dark creatures, dark forces, dark wizards, witches and much more! The Twins of Aerobith (TTOA), will take the young adult/adult readers on an eventful and magical roller coaster ride of emotions. TTOA is full with a great deal of high fantasy and high magic that will leave the reader wanting more. Get ready to partake in the awesome adventures, magical quests, tests, and trials that Dalton and Dameter Dramer experience as they learn of their magical wizardry heritage.

Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, Calm Within the Storm – Won Silver in the Psychology/Mental & Emotional Well-Being category. A tender, powerful, and achievable path to the everyday resiliency we all need to navigate the uncertainty in our lives. An inspiring new voice in resiliency, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe believes that our modern conception of resiliency as “fighting” or being “tougher” is misguided. Learning happens when we are able to trust and feel safe; fear and shame are barriers, not facilitators, for authentic growth, acceptance, and change. In Calm Within the Storm, Dr. Robyne maps out a kinder approach to taking on the challenges of life and developing authentic self-alignment and balance.By focusing on research-informed, sustainable, and achievable personal development practices, Dr. Robyne presents a new, attainable model for everyday resiliency—one that everyone can use to feel more grounded and capable. She identifies the obstacles that derail us and keep us stuck, and shows us how to enact our resiliency through stories, research, and practical strategies.

After receiving the news that he must report back to Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Aries Constantine finds himself with Eva on a flight back to Hyannis. Joining the duo, are their old close friends, Lucas and Vera. The task at hand for Aries, is to solve the problem that ails him. As the struggle for redemption begins, it is inevitable that Aries must confront his nemesis. The run for glory begins. Will Aries redeem himself in the wake of his struggles? And what will become of him in the coming confrontation with his rival? Lights of Summer: The Run for Glory is the third and final installment in the Lights of Summer series, a thrilling and uplifting tale of hope, love, sex, rediscovered dreams, and the sport of baseball.

"Beautiful, vivid writing and a power-packed plot . . . I truly loved it."--Lauren Tarshis, bestselling author of the I SURVIVED series "Awesome. Super-intense, suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat stuff."--Max Brallier, New York Times bestselling author of the LAST KIDS ON EARTH series A major hurricane is raging across the southern United States, and two unsuspecting kids are about to have the adventure of a lifetime! Perfect for kids who love high-stakes plots and natural disaster movies, and anyone interested in extreme weather! And coming in January 2022, don't miss another epic adventure, SNOW STRUCK. A little rain and wind don't worry Alejo--they're just part of life at the beach. As his padrino says, as long as there are birds in the waves, it's safe. When people start evacuating, though, Alejo realizes things might be worse than he thought. And they are. A hurricane is headed straight for Puerto Rico. Emily's brother, Elliot, has been really sick. He can't go outside their New Orleans home, so Emily decides to have an adventure for him. She's on a secret mission to the tiny island Elliot loves. She's not expecting to meet up with an injured goose or a shy turtle. And nothing has prepared her for Megastorm Valerie. Soon Alejo and Emily will be in Valerie's deadly path. Who will survive?

Read the novel that shaped the genre of Western novels in America. Riders of the Purple Sage by Zane Grey stalls the story of a woman's battle to overcome persecution by members of her polygamous Mormon church. This complex novel is an classic tale of romance, adventure and the wild west. This Xist Classics edition has been professionally formatted for e-readers with a linked table of contents. This eBook also contains a bonus book club leadership guide and discussion questions. We hope you’ll share this book with your friends, neighbors and colleagues and can’t wait to hear what you have to say about it. Xist Publishing is a digital-first publisher. Xist Publishing creates books for the touchscreen generation and is dedicated to helping everyone develop a lifetime love of reading, no matter what form it takes