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Patch Burke is the son of a miner. He lives with his mother in the forgotten coal community of St. Charles, Virginia. They are barely making ends meet, but they do what they can to survive. While they may lack material possessions, they find strength in their love for one another. Butch is an orphan who was left behind after his father died from Black Lung Disease. Feeling desperate and lonely, he contemplates leaving the place he once called home. Fortunately, hope arrives when he encounters Patch, a kind neighbor boy. What begins as a friendship soon blossoms into a beautiful love.

On Zara's twentieth birthday, she expects to be married to the love of her life, not stolen by the Shadow Prince and hurled into a world where death awaits her at every turn. For one year, she is forced to endure dangerous trials intended to entertain the fae. Determined to do whatever it takes to survive and return to her home, Zara seeks an escape, but what she never expects is to find herself indebted to the Shadow Prince himself.

The undead are more alive today than ever. Immortal? Indeed! Nothing has sunk its teeth into 21st century popular culture as pervasively as the vampire. The fangsters have the freedom to fly across all genres and all mediums - there''s even apps for vamps. Whether roaming into romance, haunting horror, sneaking into science fiction, capering into humor, meandering through mystery - no icon is more versatile than the vampire.

Talia's dream of avoiding marriage to her domineering landlord comes crashing to the ground the night her family's ticket out of poverty is stolen and sold by the wicked landlord himself. Now, Talia will be forced to marry him and give up the future she imagined for herself—until a mysterious stranger offers her a surprising bargain: he'll save Talia's family from the landlord's schemes if she marries the stranger that very night. Desperate for a solution, Talia agrees. As the sun rises, they are married, and Talia is whisked away from her safe, predictable life.

All Vera wants is to survive her wedding day and fade into the rhythms of a normal life. No easy task for a quarter-mage like her. But her worst fears come to pass when her faulty magic once again lets her down—only this time, she's branded a criminal.

Wiley's life is difficult. His living conditions are harsh. After his mother left his abusive father, everything took a turn for the worse. The trailer park where Wiley and his family live has been sold, and the remaining tenants are facing eviction. However, there is a glimmer of hope in this challenging environment. Wiley's older friend, Nash, has a secret crush on him. He does his best to help Wiley cope with his situation but is afraid to express his true feelings. Nevertheless, their lives are about to change due to an unexpected stroke of luck. Join international best-selling authors C.

He owns the city… and now he owns her. Sophia Blake has always lived by the rules—quiet job, quiet life, nothing that draws attention. But when her brother’s debt drags her into Detroit’s underworld, she’s summoned to face the one man no one dares to cross. Damon Blackwood. Billionaire. Boss. Devil in an open-collar suit. To pay what her brother owes, Sophia offers everything she has. Damon takes one look and decides what he really wants… is her. Now she’s trapped in his penthouse—his world of glass, secrets, and sin—where danger stalks every hallway and desire burns ...

Mayberry’s gentle rhythms return as Zayne and Kamden count down to their perfect summer wedding. Sunlit streets hum with anticipation, and every porch is alive with laughter, friendship, and the sweet scent of magnolias in bloom. Then a mysterious visitor arrives—clutching faded black-and-white snapshots of a beloved childhood show—in search of the very magic he’s only ever seen on screen.

Zayne and Kamden live in the town of Mount Airy, or as the tourists know it, Mayberry. Small minds with big mouths threaten a secret: their love for each other that has been there since they first met. Will they find happiness in a conservative place? Answers lay hidden in the magic of an iconic town.

Based on the keynote message that so moved government leaders at the 2017 National Prayer Breakfast, US Senate Chaplain Barry Black's Make Your Voice Heard in Heaven shows us how to pray prayers that God will hear. Sometimes it feels as if we're never going to be heard and nothing will ever change. Known for his powerful prayers, Chaplain Black challenges us, individually and collectively, to make ourselves heard in a way that really changes things - by calling upon the one who holds ultimate power.

When best friends Keller and Parker sneak apples from a local farm venture to Whisper Falls. Keller wrestles with the realization that his feelings for Parker may run deeper than friendship. A tragic accident sends Parker into a coma, prompting Keller to rally their small town in a heartwarming display of support. As his viral video captures the essence of community love, the healing power of their bond leads Parker back from the brink, uniting them in a tale of second chances and enduring friendship.

Barry C. Black is the spiritual "leader of leaders" for the US Senate, shepherding those on the front lines of the decisions that shape our culture. Now Chaplain Black shows all of us how to thrive in the midst of today's turbulence and confusion by following eight principles that Jesus gave his disciples prior to sending them into a dangerous world. These teachings are as relevant today as when Jesus first spoke them 2,000 years ago.

Step into the enchanting world of Jonesville, Virginia, where the tender romance between Everett Buckley and Finn Waring blooms like the delicate Bluebells in a hidden meadow. Their love is a closely guarded secret until the rumble of war disrupts their peaceful existence. With the looming threat of Vietnam hovering over them, Everett and Finn cling to each precious moment before duty calls. As the letters cease and the shadows of uncertainty lengthen, their bond is tested amidst the unforgiving landscape of the bamboo jungle.

Summer at Camp L.I.F.E. brings a new chapter of growth as Keller and his brothers embark on a journey to inspire and uplift their campers. Faced with challenges and uncertainties, they rally together to support each other in overcoming obstacles, finding courage, and discovering the power of love. Amidst outdoor adventures, heart-to-heart conversations, and a touch of friendly competition, Keller and his team navigate the highs and lows of camp life, fostering bonds that stand the test of time.

Kellers world is thrown into chaos when he loses his parents in a tragic car crash. Struggling to find stability in the foster system, he finally lands in the care of Brian, a kind-hearted man who offers him the love and support he desperately craves. Keller eagerly anticipates his time at Camp L.I.F.E., a haven for foster kids, where he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and connection.

In "My Heart Is In Carolina," Jaxon, the preacher's son, and Dallas, a Texan with uncertainties about North Carolina, meet and find a rare connection. As their bond deepens, they must navigate the disapproval of Jaxon's mother and the looming threat of their town's homophobia. Against the backdrop of a small, tight-knit community, their love blossoms in secrecy. With the farm's restoration mirroring their journey, will their love withstand the challenges, or will the shadows of hate tear them apart?

Dive into a mesmerizing tale where the goddess of the sea breathes life into August. Hauntingly beautiful, this story follows August's journey from a regular existence to a destiny that awaits him. Fear and love collide in a swirl of emotions as his best friend uncovers his extraordinary reality. Will August have the strength to take the leap that will shape his future forever? Let C.C. Black's enchanting words draw you into a world of wonder, where love, dreams, and courage intertwine in a dance of hope and imagination.

In the time before America came to be, this land was occupied by native people, by tribes such as the Sioux, Blackfoot, and Cherokee. When the settlers invaded, it forced these people to defend their sacred land from European illegals encroaching. In what is now western North Carolina, in the heart of the Cherokee Nation, lived a boy named Yona on the cusp of becoming a man. Led by spirits and visions, he falls in love with a settler named Henry, who has his own feelings and aspirations different from his father's.

Jordan Ferrero is a timid boy who is celebrating his high school graduation in Fajardo, Puerto Rico where his dad is from. He hopes to make the most of his time before he goes to the University of North Carolina and enters the life of a Tarheel. He isn’t intending to fall for another boy after his first love was taken away from him, but he finds himself captivated by a boy he meets at the beach – Miguel.

This book revolves around the premise of gaining more perspective on the 24-hour period in which we live our current lives. My goal is to relate everyday experiences that will help establish a common ground for all to build upon. I truly believe the past is just the past, the future has not yet arrived, and the present is the only thing in our control.