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Welcome to Quiet Life — a heartfelt collection of poems capturing the beauty, simplicity, and quiet strength of rural living in America. These verses were written not from a bustling city café or under artificial lights, but from the deep stillness of golden fields, rocking chairs on wooden porches, and the quiet joy of sunrise over a tilled garden. Whether you’ve lived the rural life or simply long for it, each poem invites you to pause, breathe, and rediscover the peace that comes from slow living, honest work, and the comfort of home. Let the pages take you back to a place where ...

Meet Teddy TelaToad—news anchor, inventor, and swamp legend! In this knee-slapping, lily-pad-toppling children's chapter book: 🐸 A young toad with a big voice builds the first swamp-wide satellite system 🐝 Alongside his loyal sidekick, Buzz the firefly, Teddy croaks the news no one else dares 🎭 From ghost hoaxes and glittery scandals to musical mishaps and monster interviews, Teddy tackles it all! 📡 With every croak, he earns trust, cracks jokes, and uncovers truths in the most hilarious ways 🌎 His broadcasts reach far beyond the Alabama swamps—making Teddy a worldwide ...

In a lush, sun-drenched forest filled with chattering critters and fluttering wings lives a peacock unlike any other—Felicity Louise Finefeather. With feathers as vibrant as a sunrise and a strut that turns heads, Felicity is the very image of beauty, grace, and, well… confidence. But beauty isn’t everything. When Felicity discovers that popularity and perfection don’t always lead to real friendship, her journey takes an unexpected turn. What follows is a heartfelt tale about kindness, empathy, and what it truly means to shine. With humor, emotion, and richly imagined characters, ...

Sky Dawson has always dreamed of flying—but not just any aircraft. While most teenagers crave speed and freedom, Sky wants something more powerful: purpose. At fifteen, she's already got her sights set on becoming a rescue helicopter pilot, helping save lives and serve her community from the sky. There's only one problem—she’s still too young to fly solo. That doesn’t stop her. Sky’s Flight Dream is the inspiring, often hilarious, and deeply moving story of one girl’s journey through elite helicopter training school. Along the way, she faces pressure, self-doubt, epic challenges...

Twelve-year-old Ethan Tiller thought janitor duty was the worst punishment imaginable—until the mop sneezed. Now, armed with nothing but a talking broom, a suspicious badge, and an overworked mentor named Mr. Dregg, Ethan finds himself swept into the underground world of the Secret Society of Middle School Janitors. These aren’t your average custodians—they battle glue monsters, decode encrypted floor wax, and fend off robo-roaches with citrus-based foam grenades. But something darker is bubbling beneath Lincoln Middle School’s shiny floors. Vaults are being breached. Legendary ...

Some people build homes. Others build hope. Elijah Boone was once the man everyone counted on—strong, capable, and full of pride in his work. But years of loss, grief, and misfortune have left him homeless, forgotten by society, and invisible to a world that moves too fast to notice. Until a little girl named Lucy stops to look. The Last Step of Elijah Boone is a moving tale of dignity, second chances, and the quiet strength of the human spirit. Through the kindness of a child and the power of being seen, one man begins a journey not of survival—but of redemption.

Calvin isn’t your ordinary kid—he’s a certified adventurer with a heart full of curiosity and a beagle named Pudge who never leaves his side. When a mysterious journal washes ashore after a fierce Atlantic storm, Calvin is pulled into the story of a legendary shipwreck and a golden anchor said to hold the key to a forgotten treasure. Strapping on his deep-sea diving gear and with Pudge dog-paddling beside him, Calvin dives headfirst into the ocean’s dark and wondrous depths. But finding treasure isn’t just about gold—it’s about solving puzzles, facing fears, and discovering ...

If you’re holding this book, chances are you—or someone you care about—is stuck on probation and wondering if there’s a way out before the full sentence runs its course. You’re not alone. For more than 25 years, I worked as a probation officer, dealing with thousands of men and women all looking for one thing: freedom. And while many searched for shady shortcuts, I saw firsthand that there are legal, respectable, and powerful ways to shorten probation and get off supervision early—if you know what the court expects and how to deliver it. This isn’t fluff. It’s not guesswork....

Discover the critical insights into elder abuse with the comprehensive guide, Elder Abuse In America Today. This book delves into the various dimensions of elder abuse, a pressing issue that affects countless vulnerable seniors across the United States. From physical, emotional, and financial abuse to neglect and exploitation, this book covers the myriad ways in which the elderly are mistreated and the profound impact it has on their lives. In Elder Abuse In America Today, you'll find detailed analysis backed by current trends, statistics, and real-world case studies that illuminate the ...

Intro (for Amazon Product Description – “Look Inside” preview): When the moon inexplicably shifts its orbit, the world’s tides surge beyond all reason—and humanity’s greatest coastal cities teeter on the brink of annihilation. Dr. Mira Patel, oceanographer and crisis-response leader, must race against time to decode an underwater network of electromagnetic nodes, combat gravity-warping anomalies, and confront the secret architects who would weaponize Earth’s oceans. From the flooded harbors of Nova Scotia to a hidden island fortress beneath the waves, Tides of Time is a high-...

Elena Foster has dedicated her career to studying the world’s most feared reptiles—but nothing could prepare her for the Black Mamba, Queen of the Outback. When reports surface of a colossal serpent that defies every rule in the field guide, Elena stakes her reputation on capturing definitive proof. Armed with cutting-edge sensors, silent cameras, and a fierce determination, she ventures deep into the red-rock canyons of Australia’s interior. What begins as a hunt for knowledge rapidly becomes a test of survival, as the queen’s cunning intelligence and territorial wrath push Elena ...

A Moment for Men In a world that never seems to slow down, many men carry silent burdens—responsibilities, expectations, unspoken pain, and the pressure to perform without pause. Marvin's Meditation Moments for Men is a space to rest, reflect, and reconnect—with your strength, your spirit, and your stillness. This book was born from the idea that every man deserves a moment—a pause not to fix or figure things out, but to breathe and be. Within these pages are 100 reflections—each one crafted to encourage clarity, peace, courage, and purpose. Some are affirmations. Some are reminders...

Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear… underpants. Meet Max Briefly and the elite, elastic-clad team known as Brief Force—a squad so secret, even their underwear has clearance levels. When the world’s most embarrassing mysteries threaten civilization—vanishing laundry, rogue dryers, static-cling insurgencies—it’s up to them to restore order one waistband at a time. From laser-guided boxer raids to emotionally unstable sock puppets, Operation Underpants is an uproariously suspenseful journey through the world’s strangest fashion crimes. Packed with humor, heart, and more briefs ...

After the final battle in Sometimes, peace returns to the city—briefly. But it doesn’t last. When a young kitten named Always appears with no known origin and a connection to long-forgotten Purrfect Agency secrets, old shadows rise. Sometimes has gone off-grid. A new enemy is weaving danger into the future using something called The Threadline, a global network of memories, instincts, and decisions designed to overwrite free will permanently. Worse still, someone from the Original Nine Agents—long believed lost—is back, and they aren’t who they used to be. Now it's up to Always, ...

Welcome to Healthy Pets, Happy Lives, your ultimate guide to homemade nutrition for dogs and cats. More than ever, pet owners are choosing fresh, wholesome ingredients over commercial kibble to nourish their furry family members. Feeding your pet homemade meals is a loving, empowering way to improve their health, energy, digestion, and longevity. This comprehensive book walks you through everything you need to know—from understanding your pet’s nutritional needs to selecting the right ingredients, balancing meals, preparing recipes, using supplements safely, and troubleshooting common ...

What if procrastination wasn’t a problem—but a hidden strength? In this eye-opening, laugh-out-loud, and refreshingly honest deep dive, Steven Doornbos invites you on a journey through the surprisingly brilliant, misunderstood world of delay. From the neuroscience of hesitation to the emotional truth behind avoidance, The Procrastinator’s Edge is a bold celebration of the thinkers, dreamers, and slow-starters we’ve been unfairly labeling for too long. With warmth, humor, and depth, this book transforms procrastination from a dirty word into a dazzling art form—and shows you how to...

There are things in life you should’ve heard from your daddy, but he never sat down long enough to say ‘em. Things your mama knew but didn’t know how to explain without tearing up. And the rest? You figured out the hard way—in parking lots, breakups, barbershop chairs, and quiet walks home after making another mistake. This book isn’t gentle, but it is honest. It’s a back-alley education with a heart. Each chapter drops the kind of wisdom that doesn’t just sound good—it feels right, like a gut punch wrapped in a bear hug. For everyone who grew up fast, got bruised early, or ...

They called her Mountain Mama. She didn’t mind. She’d earned it. Alone for over twenty years in the heart of the Ozarks, she carved out a life from snow, silence, and stubbornness. No electricity. No company. No regrets. The quiet didn’t scare her—it fed her. She survived not just the elements, but her past. And when something ancient began to stir beneath the mountain, it wasn’t a rescue party she needed—it was resolve. This is not a love story. It’s not a tragedy. It’s the true rhythm of one woman’s survival, transformation, and unbreakable bond with the wild. If ...

Curious Kali invites young readers into a magical journey driven by the fearless wonder of a 9-year-old girl. When Kali discovers a mysterious map tucked inside her grandmother’s attic, it launches her into a series of whimsical adventures that unfold across enchanted forests, glowing lantern festivals, echoing mountains, and starlit observatories. Along the way, she’s guided by magical creatures, ancient riddles, and the quiet power of curiosity itself. This heartwarming middle-grade fantasy is perfect for children ages 8–12 who love stories about brave girls, magical puzzles, and ...

Juliana never wanted to work for anyone else—not now, not ever. So, while most girls her age were looking for summer jobs at local cafés or souvenir stands, Juliana was busy polishing the wheels of her brand-new juice cart. With her heart set on independence and her cart full of the freshest fruit around (especially naval oranges, her favorite), she sets off down the salty cobblestone streets of her ocean-side village to meet the curious, wild, helpful, annoying, and downright hilarious world of tourists. But being your own boss isn't always sweet. Sometimes the juice stings. And ...