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Featured Book: The Witch’s Apprentice: A Witches of Moonlight Hollow Cozy Mystery by Miranda Rose Barker

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A Story of Sorcery, Mischief, and Mayhem: The Witch’s Apprentice

The Witches of Moonlight Hollow Book 1

In the town of Moonlight Hollow, where the mystical and mundane intertwine, a new story of magic, intrigue, and mystery unfolds.

Now settled in Moonlight Hollow with her faithful (and quirky) cat, Andy, Eleanor’s life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Lucy, a young aspiring witch. Happy to share her wisdom and expertise, Eleanor takes Lucy under her wing, and they embark on a relentless quest to master the arcane arts of witchcraft.

But then, as they were making progress, strange things started to happen.

And in the blink of an eye, events spiral out of control, leaving Eleanor and Lucy trying to solve a crime and fighting a sinister and evil force.

Now they’re looking frenetically for ways to solve the mystery.

But time is running out.

Author Miranda Rose Barker takes us on a gripping occult cozy mystery filled with surprises and closely guarded secrets. As Eleanor and Lucy’s fate hangs in the balance, the line between sorcery and reality blurs, testing their abilities and resolve in the face of an impending peril.

Will their combined powers be enough to overcome the unforeseen challenges?

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Featured Book: Second Chances by Miriam McGuirk

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Embark on an unforgettable journey from the vibrant streets of India to the picturesque landscapes of Kent, UK, where destinies collide and lives are forever transformed in ‘Second Chances.’ Meet Molly, a tenacious woman determined to rebuild her life after her husband, Rory, walks away, leaving her and their son Jamie to pick up the pieces. But when Jamie mysteriously vanishes on the day of their new beginning, Molly’s world takes an unexpected and thrilling twist.

Settle into the tight-knit community of Kent alongside Molly as she forges heartwarming connections with her neighbors, the enigmatic Florence and the dashing Colonel Bryce Beckwith. Within the walls of their charming cottages, secrets unravel, tales of love and loss resurface, and the yearning for redemption beckons.

In this sweeping, multigenerational narrative, ‘Second Chances’ is a testament to the indomitable human spirit, reminding us that even in our darkest hours, hope shines like a beacon. Join Molly, Florence, and Colonel Beckwith as they grapple with their past regrets, discover newfound courage, and prove that it’s never too late to take a leap of faith. This poignant tale weaves a tapestry of interwoven lives, proving that the road to redemption is paved with second chances.

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Featured Book: Never Ignore Monica by Jim Lively

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About Featured Book: Never Ignore Monica by Jim Lively

What if you suddenly discover that people who are a major part of your life may have never existed?

Meet Simon Steed, a brilliant but reclusive attorney. Throughout his adolescence, he discovered that he possessed special powers. When provoked, these powers could wreak havoc on unsuspecting targets. While attending college, Simon met a beautiful young classmate, named Monica. He was instantly smitten with her. No sooner than she entered his life, than she disappeared. Simon was heartbroken and crushed when different media outlets reported her as a suicide victim. But the facts did not add up. The picture of the suicide victim was not of Monica but her sinister roommate. Where is Monica?

After graduating near the top of his class in law school, Simon interviewed with every major law firm in Dallas. Despite his stellar academic credentials, there was something about him that deterred any firm from offering him employment. Simon had no choice but to begin his law career as a struggling sole practitioner. To make ends meet, he took court appointed cases in the various criminal courts in Dallas County. Several of his clients committed violent acts after meeting with him. One day, he was appointed to represent a young, troubled woman named Carol. That is when Simon’s life changed forever.

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Featured Book: Novikov Windows: A Time Travel Novel by Chris Cosmain

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About Featured Book: Novikov Windows: A Time Travel Novel by Chris Cosmain

September Promotion: Currently reduced from $4.99 to only 99c!

In 1889, Albert Einstein is targeted by an assassin. In 1888, the relationship between Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh sours and as Vincent descends into madness.

In 1996 a time traveller coaxes a group of experts to a desolate farmstead in remote Australia. Their mission is to construct a time machine using advanced technology from the future. However, as the group begin their task, they learn a grim truth.

The past and future can’t be changed. Free will is an illusion, and jumping back in time with knowledge of the future poses an immense burden. This is a Novikov Window, the scenario of knowing what will happen, yet being trapped within an unalterable sequence of events. Knowledge from the future is therefore closely guarded, breeding suspicion and manipulation.

Some attempt to alter history, and the thrilling scientific adventure takes a dark turn as the group is faced with increasingly difficult and unethical missions. Torn apart by moral and ideological differences, the community frays. How can individuals find hope in the face of impossible decisions, in a universe where there are no choices?

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Third Wheel by Richard R. Becker

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Third Wheel by Richard R. Becker

Third Wheel is an exhilarating coming-of-age thriller about belonging, betrayal, and breaking away. It is the story of a boy trying to find his identity without the benefit of clear role models. He takes chances on random and fragile relationships forged in the pre-boom hours of Las Vegas, 1982.

Brady Wilks is remarkable as a transformative protagonist. He must make tough decisions as his friends try to navigate a dangerous path selling cartel-supplied drugs.

Four-time award-winning author Richard R. Becker once again shares his unique insight into the human condition. Desolate and gritty, Third Wheel is a triumphant debut novel.

Do You Believe in Magic? by Jim Melvin

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Do You Believe in Magic? by Jim Melvin

“Transcends fiction and fantasy by exploring the struggles of those coming of age.” —Chris Worthy, Upstate Parent magazine

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From the author of “The Death Wizard Chronicles” comes a new adventure suitable for teens and adults.

“Do You Believe in Magic?” is book 1 of “Dark Circles,” a fantasy series for readers 13 and older. This is a great coming of age series for fans of J.K. Rowling, Neil Gaiman, and Brandon Sanderson.

After discovering a magical waterfall deep in the forest, a boy and his dog embark on an epic adventure in a fantastical world filled with monsters and magic.

In the real world, Charlie is a 13-year-old nerd picked on by bullies. But in the fantasy world, he becomes a wizard wielding formidable powers.

Standing in his way is a vile monster bent on destruction.

Only those with a hero’s heart will have the courage to stand at Charlie’s side when the war begins.

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“Be prepared for a full-blown launch into a fantasy realm loaded with magic, monsters, courageous acts, and a dash of sweet romance.” —Chris Harold Stevenson, award-winning author of fantasy and paranormal tales

“If the first book of this new series is any indication, you are in for a big treat and wild fantasy ride.” —Dave Scheiber, nationally renowned journalist and author

“Melvin shows his literary mastery as he weaves elements of potential and transformation.” —Ann Allen, The Charlotte Observer

Featured Book: Eva by Diane Solomon

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About Featured Book: Eva: a riveting romantic suspense with a supernatural twist by Diane Solomon

Limited time, new release price: only $2.99!

Eva discovers she has a powerful, magical gift. But it might be a curse. When her secret gets out, the media jackals hound her and she’s forced into the limelight she’s avoided all her life. The internet lights up with wonder… and accusation.
And someone wants her dead.

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Featured Book: Katarina’s Dark Journey by MJ Krause-Chivers

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About Featured Book: Katarina’s Dark Journey by MJ Krause-Chivers

.99 Limited Time: September 1-17.
When darkness falls, faith prevails.
Inspired by true events, Katarina’s Dark Journey is a faith-based coming-of-age novel that offers a gripping exploration of trauma’s effect on the human spirit. With a dual time-line set in Ukraine during the Russian civil war and post-war Germany, this suspense-filled epic saga carries a poignant lesson about the fragility of freedom.

1918 Ukraine. When the Bolsheviks set fire to their Mennonite village, Katarina and her pregnant sister, Anna, flee across the lawless steppes. Will they find safety before the baby is born? Can Katarina trust God to provide?

1952 Munich. Peter’s life is falling apart. Fuelled by painful memories, he struggles to find closure with his parents’ deaths. Will the secrets within Katarina’s diaries provide the hope he needs to move forward?

A riveting tale of survival, perseverance, and enduring faith — this story is a must-read for historical fiction fans.

Fans of The Memory Keeper of Kyiv (Erin Litteken) and Women Talking (Miriam Toews) will appreciate the characters’ transparent and heart-wrenching struggles to survive injustice and overcome trauma.

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Featured Book: Tales of Witches and Wyverns by S. Ramsey

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About Featured Book: Tales of Witches and Wyverns by S. Ramsey

It’s been nine years since the shy new kid, Dylan, appeared at the school bus stop and put an end to Enid’s torment. Ever since then, she’s had twisted nightmares that her best friend and growing love interest would pay the price for getting involved with someone like her. Someone different.

On Enid’s sixteenth birthday, those fears have come to fruition.

Journey with Enid as she travels to the fae realm to save her kidnapped friend and stop the Unseelie Queen Malagant’s quest to conquer both the fae and human worlds. The human world stands frozen in time until Dylan returns, and failure is not an option.

The world of the fae is fraught with danger: there are rules one must not bend, deceptions one must not fall for, and creatures one must not cross if one is to survive. An impossible task for most humans, Enid quickly finds herself in circumstances where being different is not so bad after all. Armed by the immortal Merlin with the relics of King Arthur’s knights and a trace of the magic she never knew she had, Enid will reach the mountains of the Gwyllion and bring Dylan home or die trying.

Will Enid rescue Dylan and stop evil from taking over both realms? Or will she fail and watch helplessly as a shadow descends over everything and everyone she loves?

Read Tales of Witches and Wyverns and follow Enid as she discovers just how advantageous being different can be.

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Featured Book: Jewels of the Crown by Robert Henricks

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About Featured Book: Jewels of the Crown by Robert Henricks

As he led the king’s wagon train through the coastal muck of Norfolk’s eastern shore, Norman Gervase found himself engulfed by the tidal surge that swallowed up the entire caravan.
But he was unwavering in his dedication to the king, a principled man of faith, and loyal in his obligations.
So, when he realized that all would soon be gone forever, he acted with alacrity and removed the trunks containing the crown jewels and secured them to one of the sturdy draft horses to prevent their irretrievable loss.
That was just the beginning.
He did not know that this feat of selflessness would initiate a life-long journey into a world of thirteenth century intrigue in his quest to preserve King John’s treasure.
Eight hundred years later, the organization that Gervase had founded, the Patriciate, continued to maintain the founder’s guiding desire for secrecy until the macabre slaying of a prominent attorney and the deciphering of a fifteenth century map brought the Patriciate into the crosshairs of both law enforcement and historians.
No one knew what conundrums lay buried beneath the dust of the ages, or to what extent a foray taken by three resolute sleuths would expose into a covert world of pseudo-occultists.

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