Within all woods, big and small, are landscapes of magic and mystery. Accented by eerie sounds, earthy scents, and shadowy figures, the one near Vandys home is like no other. Comprised of raggedy oaks, hollow giants, and zombie trees, its meandering residents include a small wonder Indian, a war-torn monk, a moonshiners granddaughter, a featherbrained snitch, two pickled poachers, a nutty bumpkin, an old buzzard, and foremost of all, a banged up and down to earth owl, who in other words and other ways, instills the belief that its absolutely okay to just be otherwise. Carrying on the same storytelling traditions as he did with A Town Untangled and Glimpse, D.S.Sully shares the whimsical folklore of his rural homeland in Bum Wing. Speaking on behalf of a struggling kid named Vandy, this escapade of adversity becomes a secretive endeavor into a nearby woods marked by quirky critters and characters. And through some history, mystery, and mayhem, each finds an intriguing connection to the other.

Experience the exciting combat tales of both Allied and Axis pilots around the world during World War II.Wings of War encompasses the World War II air war from late 1939 through 1945 and provides a chronological snapshot not only of famous and significant events from the global air war, but also of other lesser-known events that are equally thrilling and important. Over three dozen different Allied and Axis airplanes are featured, giving you a unique experience at the controls of a variety of World War II’s famed fighters, bombers, liaison, and jet airplanes.Here are just a few of the stories included about World War II aces from author Jim Busha’s vast archival research and interviews: ·A pilot that flew a P-36 against the Japanese at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, while still in his Sunday pajamas. ·A B-25 pilot who launched off the USS Hornet along with his fellow Doolittle Raiders. ·P-40 pilots who flew against Rommel and his Afrika Korps. ·A PBY pilot helped locate and recover a downed Zero over the Aleutians, which was later used as a test bed to learn its deadly tricks. The action is truly global—from the skies over England, Greenland, mainland Europe, the African deserts, the CBI Theater, the entire Pacific Theater (including the Aleutians, Russia, Japan, and China), and many more—this is one book no fan of warbirds will want to miss!

This is a collection of 3 books in the Family Blood Ties series. These books are: Vampire in Deceit Hurt and hurting, Tessa wages war against her own as she tries to protect those she loves and save those that can’t save themselves. Exhausted by the constant attacks, afraid for her friends and family, Tessa is driven to the ends of her reserves as she strives to beat back the never ending wave of war. Thankfully she’s never alone…inside or out. Kidnapped and injured, Cody struggles to escape and find the girl whose connection to his heart, mind and soul is growing by the moment. The chances of them all surviving this chaos are slim…but he just knows he can’t live without her. Jared is determined to help his father and friends. He can’t leave them alone to their fate, even when his own life becomes endangered…again. Only this time, he has allies on his side…or does he? The war unites humans and vamps as the war ratchets higher to a survival of the fittest…but the people most deeply involved can’t take any more. And then they find out the worst… Vampire in Defiance This was it. For Tessa. For Cody. For Jared. Her family. Her Friends. Moltere’s Mountain is collapsing. With Tessa, her friends and family still inside. Tessa won’t go out without a fight…and she won’t leave the others behind. But as she races to save everyone, time runs out. Grounded with an injured wing, Cody wants Tessa to leave while they still can. But most of their friends and family are missing. He wants to do the right thing and save them all…but it’s too late… Jared had led the army into the mountain. Only to find they were looking to annihilate all vamps, not just the bad ones. He can’t leave his friends vulnerable to yet another attack. But the mine is a death trap. And he could be the one that ends up dead. The pressure is on – to save friends, family, each other – only the enemy is just as determined that no one survives. Vampire in Conflict The blood farm is gone. Those behind it have either died, been caught, or are on the run. Time to return to the real world. Only normal life isn’t quite what Tessa expected. Good thing, because there is no ‘normal’ anymore. She’s different. Her family is different. Her friends are different. The world around her is different. Trying to find her place is not easy. She wants nothing more than to be a normal teenager and join Cody and his friends on a Friday night out. Cody wants the trouble to be over so he can get back to living the life he used to with one major addition – Tessa. Only Ian and Jewel aren’t healing well, Rhia is acting out of character, and Jared keeps tripping over dead bodies. Then there’s David, who’ll do anything to help Jewel… even something he knows he shouldn’t do. Something is wrong, and once again it’s up to Tessa to figure out what is happening under the surface of this ‘normal’ life. paranormal romance; action & adventure; mystery & suspense; clean_romance; young adult; Vampire; Paranormal; Family Blood Ties; suspense; thriller; mystery; Tessa; Cody

The blood farm is gone. Those behind it have either died, been caught, or are on the run. Time to return to the real world. Only normal life isn't quite what Tessa expected. Good thing, because there is no 'normal' anymore. She's different. Her family is different. Her friends are different. The world around her is different. Trying to find her place is not easy. She wants nothing more than to be a normal teenager and join Cody and his friends on a Friday night out. Cody wants the trouble to be over so he can get back to living the life he used to with one major addition – Tessa. Only Ian and Jewel aren't healing well, Rhia is acting out of character, and Jared keeps tripping over dead bodies. Then there's David, who'll do anything to help Jewel… even something he knows he shouldn't do. Something is wrong, and once again it's up to Tessa to figure out what is happening under the surface of this 'normal' life.

“Delightfully quirky.” —Kirkus Reviews Perfect for fans of The One and Only Ivan, this irresistible debut novel combines plucky humor and a whole lot of heart in a story about the true meaning of family. Sometimes flying means keeping your feet on the ground… Born in a dismal room in a pet store, Alastair the African grey parrot dreams of escape to bluer skies. He’d like nothing more than to fly away to a palm tree with his beloved sister, Aggie. But when Aggie is purchased by twelve-year-old Fritz, and Alastair is adopted by elderly dance-enthusiast and pie-baker Albertina Plopky, the future looks ready to crash-land. In between anxiously plucking his feathers, eating a few books, and finding his own poetic voice, Alastair plots his way to a family reunion. But soon he’s forced to choose between the life he’s always dreamed of and admitting the truth: that sometimes, the bravest adventure is in letting go.

"A wolf pack's alpha gets a disappointing surpirse when his first born son is not like a normal wolf, but rather one who has fallen for a coyote"--

**Disclaimer— no hot cocoa or ugly sweaters required to read. In fact, grab a beach towel and a cold drink. Christmas in July is a small-town contemporary romance, with a sprinkle of holiday magic in the middle of a sizzling McKenzie Ridge summer.** Far from the glow of Tinseltown, Fifi Gallagher returns home to McKenzie Ridge to settle her grandmother’s estate only to find she’s inherited more than just property. Right on the heels of sparklers and the Star-Spangled Banner, Fifi’s knee-deep in twinkle lights and Jingle Bells when she takes her grandmother’s place as head of the town Christmas Festival...in smoking hot July. Doctor Jensen Bain finds himself on the naughty list of the infamous Fiona “Fifi” Gallagher. Too bad Christmas came early this year - all he’s getting is an eviction notice. Accidentally becoming friends with the enemy certainly wasn’t part of the plan, despite the fireworks flying between the big-city girl and the small-town vet and all his quirky pets. When mysterious letters start arriving from a secret admirer, Fifi’s heart is suddenly torn between Hollywood and Holly-weird as she questions if she’s meant for the red carpet... or red checkered flannel. It's beginning to look a lot like love...

Jackson Crow sure had come far for a cup of sugar! But the maddening millionaire's brazen grin and bedroom eyes told a blushing Olivia Emory that he was the new neighbor who'd been a mystery...until now. Months before, an innocent night of dinner and dancing had ended with a Do Not Disturb sign. And while memories of their passionate night together replayed endlessly in Olivia's dreams, she'd hoped to never see Jackson again. For she'd been burned badly by men before, and was way too wild about this Texan to risk him breaking her heart—when what she wanted was to be branded his bride....

LOCHGUARD HIGHLAND DRAGONS BOOK 4 Grant McFarland is the head Protector of Clan Lochguard. His top priority is finding the traitorous former clan members who attacked the Scottish clan. However, the touch of a female he’s known his whole life has started to set his body on fire. Both man and beast want her, but until he can ensure the clan is safe, he must resist her. Faye MacKenzie used to be in charge of security for her clan. Then an attack damaged her wing and she’s been struggling to find her place ever since. When she confronts the head Protector for a job, she can’t stop looking at his lips. However, she’s not ready to give up her career and settle down with a mate. She’s determined to prove she’s still useful, injury and all. As the pair set out on a new mission, it’s hard to deny the attraction between them. However, when the danger amps up, will Grant accept Faye for the warrior she is? Or will his overprotectiveness end up harming them all?

God dropped a gravely injured hummingbird into her life to reveal profound spiritual truths about trust, obedience, the love of the Creator, and finding blessings in brokenness. Lisa has gently woven these truths into simple lessons that point to the hand of God all around us. Ask the beasts and the birds of the heavensOr speak to the earthand let the fish of the sea declare to youthe LORDin whose hand is the life of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind? Job 12:7-10 I was engaged and locked into this book from the very first words. The stories are captivating and the messages are moving. Dr. Cliff Robertson, Jr M.Div., ThD Poignant and purposeful. A lovely read that has plenty of meat and sweet. Rachel Warren, Author, The Road Home This true life story will leave the kiss of God on your heart! Travis Toth, Author of: The Promises of God Book 1: the Gospel Message Delightful and refreshing! Dr. Michael Cassity, Pastor, Jackson Way Baptist Church Well-written; biblically based; doctrinally soundinsightful and engaging! Randy Von Kanel, Th.D., Pastor, Cayman Islands Baptist Church