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There's A Tortoise In My Hair; A Journey to Spirit

Cameron Simmons has always been haunted. It begins as a child, when Cameron’s father bestows upon him an insult that will take a lifetime to outlive, blaming his slow development on a fictitious tortoise in his hair.From there, Cameron’s hauntings multiply: The constant threat of the Vietnam War draft. Failed relationships—and chemical dependencies—that stack up like empty pill bottles. Unfulfilling career moves. And the nagging feeling that his life is just destined to mean . . . something, anything at all. Something- a powerful word.But these things form a pattern Cameron can’t see—yet. It’s not until the earth-shattering discovery of his greatest haunting of all—the true i...
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Thoughts of Life & Beyond

Read ‘THOUGHTS’ as it muses through the origins of the universe, nature, life, the Big Bang history and much more.Engage yourself with a powerful array of philosophical ideas and arguments that boldly challenge traditional views on existence, reality, and human purpose. Dive deep into the universe and explore the origins of human life. Introducing Robin G Howard – and the new book - THOUGHTS of Life & Beyond. As a visionary author, he pushes the boundaries of what is possible. His unique psychic approach to a trip to the future sets him apart from other authors in this field. Look no further if you’re ready to embark on an incredible journey through the multiverse to the Big Bang...
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The Tattered Black Book

*Unravel the secrets of the past, and discover the ties that bind generations together.*Hidden in the depths of an old chest, a tattered black book and a faded wedding photograph hold the key to unlocking the mysterious past of Charlotte Wickham. When 8-year-old Danny stumbles upon these relics, she has no idea the secrets they hold will unleash such turmoil within her family.In 1951, while her family is out for the day, Danny wanders around her aunt's middle room, searching for something to pique her interest. Her eyes land on the old chest and she can't resist the temptation to explore its contents. But when she pulls open a drawer, a worn photograph and a mysterious black book fall out.Th...
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Pangea: Hidden Treasures, Hidden Dangers

Pangea: Hidden Treasures, Hidden DangersA World Once United… A Secret Lost to Time.Millions of years ago, Earth’s continents were one—Pangea. A vast supercontinent that held untold riches beneath its surface and concealed dangers beyond imagination. Now, as scientists, explorers, and fortune seekers race to uncover the secrets of this ancient landmass, a startling discovery threatens to change everything we know about our planet’s past… and our future.Journey through time and uncover:The origins of Pangea and the violent forces that tore it apartHidden mineral treasures and the lost riches buried within Earth's crustThe catastrophic dangers—earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis—...
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Blanchland Blues

He’s a disgraced Star Corps pilot with a robot partner fresh off the junk heap... and they’re the good guys.Since being dishonorably discharged from the Star Corps, pilot John MacAlister has scraped by on less-than-legal cargo runs across the cosmos. He’s desperate to get his life back, but every time John thinks he’s found that “one last job,” some new disaster lands him back at square one.When his latest smuggling run crashes and burns—literally—John finds himself cooling his heels in a lunar lockup. John is offered a deal: rot in a Galactic Union prison forever or locate a teenage runaway named Ril and bring her back to the authorities.But when he finds Ril, she’s not ju...
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Two Over Easy All Day Long

Recently featured in Kirkus Review's Editor's Picks and Vacation Reads list, Two Over Easy All Day Long is "a quirky mystery with a wonderful sense of place" (Kirkus Reviews); "a story of finding meaning in the little things . . . of responsibility, redemption, and resilience" (A Quintillion Words); "a deeply moving and thought-provoking read" (Readers' Favorites); "engaging novel with light and dark, humor and pathos . . .  If this novel were adapted to film it might have been directed by Frank Capra" (GoodReads).  Giles Anthony Maurice Gibson, president of ABC Toys, floats through life on a cloud of wealth and privilege. When his company's negligence results in tragedy, the judge...
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How Hollywood Got Sex and Life All Wrong

This autobiography of James Bruce is a true story of my life, written or told by me. The origins of the word mean a self-produced life story. My life experiences, the people I have met, and the places I have visited are included in this book. I have included my ancestry based on my research, thanks in part to my parents' memories of those facts and information that I was able to collect from the internet and family. Being an autobiography, after an introduction of my folks, it all starts with my birth and continues to present-day recollections, all factual. Parts of this book included real stories that were inserted chronologically, which I felt made this a fun and interesting read. I also i...
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My Sister Wants an Elephant

Randy’s sister wants a WHAT?!? And his Mom isn’t flat-out saying no?!

My Sister Wants an Elephant is the true story of two siblings who team up together to convince their mother to let them own a couple of wild animals as pets, and a mother who just might be persuaded.

Full of humor and fun, this book is a good lesson in not giving up on your dreams, no matter how truly wild they may be!

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Listen To Me: How My Down syndrome Brother Saved My Life

Lynne Podrat's poignant memoir "Listen To Me" shares her deeply personal journey as the devoted guardian of her Down syndrome brother Bruce. With raw honesty and heart, Lynne navigates the challenges and joys of caring for Bruce over decades, from his birth in 1973 through his battle with advanced pancreatic cancer in the 1990s. This beautifully written book intimately explores the complex world of disabilities through Lynne's eyes. It delves into the lack of institutional support, societal stigma, and constant caregiving pressures families face. Yet Lynne's unwavering love and advocacy for Bruce shines through, even during his dialysis treatments and cancer treatments. Full of warmth and wi...
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Humph's War

When the United States enters the war, Humph desperately wants to serve his country. His frustration grows as he gets turned down by the army and even the FBI. He finally accepts that his battleground is on American soil where he starts exposing Nazi sympathizers. After a pro-Nazi art forger of international repute is finally tracked down in England, he finally gets his chance.

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Lonely Travel

Let me introduce you to DANE W, FOSTER. Dane is caught up the way too many others are experiencing today. He’s an eighteen-year-old high school grad with no job history. His single dad passed away suddenly. Dane’s local job search has produced nothing. The funds Dad left behind were spent for rent and food. So, he’s on his own lacking both room and board. Dane sells everything his dad left, except for Dane’s own ten-speed mountain bike, his cell phone, and all he can pack in his backpack. Even his own grandmother wouldn’t come to his aid. He ends up moving on homeless with forty two dollars cash in his pocket. Can he find any hope in the next town just thirty miles down the highway...
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Alsleep (Drifting) Book One

In early 2021, Robert Paul released Asleep (Drifting), the harrowing first installment in a three-book series about his life. In contrast to childhood abuse and struggles with survival, he has terrific memories of the loved ones who stuck with him through his trials. Asleep will resonate with fans of true stories and compelling memoirs. Robert believes every individual has a unique story, like a fingerprint.Asleep (Drifting) chronicles Robert's early life as the child of an abusive mother in an unstable household, her temper and a constant stream of strange men threw his young life into chaos! He could only survive with the help of his grandmother and aunt. Robert's misguided search for heal...
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