Local Community

A freewheeling, small-town attorney takes on a national murder trial when an out-of-town client is accused of killing a federal judge in Texas. “A spectacular courtroom thriller that kept me turning pages like the best of Grisham or Turow." —Michelle King, co-creator of The Good Wife, The...

2024 Winner Gold Moonbeam Award: Best Chapter Book Series Summer is around the corner, and Little League first baseman, Billy Kramer, is looking forward to playing another year with the LA Southgate Sharks. His plans are uprooted when his mother announces an unexpected move to rural Bennington...

Drawing on a rich trove of documents never before available to scholars, the author sketches the early pioneers, their daily lives, their beliefs, and their struggles to survive and prosper in this isolated mountain community. In moving detail, this book brings to life its struggle to survive, and the tragedy of its demise.

The Yurok Tribe and an Indigenous family share a moving multigenerational story of their fight to undam the Klamath river—the largest river restoration project in history—and save the planet. Includes exclusive audio content! The Water Remembers is the story of Indigenous resistance and an...

2024 Winner Gold Moonbeam Award: Best Chapter Book Series Colt, a skilled junior golfer, has one huge problem…he falls apart when playing in front of a crowd. He thinks he might have found the solution to his golfing issues when a mysterious man moves into his Palm Springs neighborhood. Colt...

The BRAND NEW festive, uplifting read from NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER Beth Moran, perfect for fans of Jill Mansell, Sarah Morgan and Jenny Colgan! 🎄❤️✨ Mary never planned to stop running. With a past she’s desperate to leave behind and a baby on the way, she’s found a new home, deep in...

Over the past several years, Hardwick, Vermont, a typical hardscrabble farming community of three thousand residents, has jump-started its economy and redefined its self-image through a local, self-sustaining food system unlike anything else in America.

A Charming Estate. A Deadly Secret and a Killer Hiding in Plain Sight. Journalist Lila Lawson, along with her loyal collie, Ella, planned to spend the weekend exploring her newly inherited coastal mansion, Wisteria Manor. But when Edgar Finch, the long-time caretaker, drops dead during her welcome dinner, Lila finds herself at the center of a murder investigation, with a whole house full of suspects and secrets. There's Agnes Willoughby, the manor's unshakably gruff housekeeper, whose chillingly calm demeanor and cryptic "last time" remarks hint at a sinister past. Then there's Douglas, ...

HOW TO BUILD VALUABLE BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS BY CONNECTING WITH YOUR COMMUNITY “This book is a wealth of information and valuable advice on how to engage with potential clients and expand your business. The strategies offered make sense and are simple and effective ways for even new business owners to have a positive impact on their client base, sales and business growth. I have found this book to be so beneficial for my business and implementing the different ways of meeting and engaging with people has definitely benefited my confidence to go out and network more freely. Highly ...

'A surprising page-turner, full of humour and startling details' THE TIMES 'If I read a better history this year, I will be lucky' TOM HOLLAND 'An astonishing tour de force’ SPECTATOR Shortlisted for the HWA Nonfiction Crown Award Longlisted for the Highland Book Prize From Peter Marshall...

Step into the riveting world of politics and leadership with the new eBook, 'The Power of Community.' This comprehensive guide provides a unique and engaging exploration of local government, politics, campaign strategies, and much more, ideal for anyone with aspirations to enter the political arena or contribute to their local community. This eBook walks you through the journey of politics, right from understanding the foundation to wielding your influence effectively. The journey starts with a detailed introduction to local government and gradually dives into the nitty-gritty of political ...

After the death of her husband Jill is looking for somewhere to fit in to alleviate her lost feelings. She turns toward a local church and gets even more than salvation there!

Are media headlines about technology power consumption leaving you worried about your local utility bills and water supply? Sensational news stories make it seem like emerging tech hubs are parasitic drains on our environment. But beneath the panic lies a far more hopeful reality: modern computing infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technology are combining into an efficient, interconnected digital ecosystem that can actually stabilize clean energy grids and build local prosperity. In Who Powers AI, you will discover the concrete engineering facts behind modern data ...

Leah Robinson is a newly single woman who has been recently laid off from work during what seems to be the height of her career. During this time, she decides to go on vacation, but once she gets there she runs into unexpected people and her trip suddenly becomes a whirlwind of new events.

The close-knit community of a Yorkshire village is rocked when local secrets are revealed in Date with Mystery, the third cosy crime novel in Julia Chapman's Dales Detective series. Perfect for fans of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club and M.C. Beaton. The Dales Detective Agency’s...

Read by the author. Acclaimed teaching pastor Daniel Grothe speaks to the sense of loneliness that many feel in today's age of hypermobility and noncommittal wandering. He reminds us of the ancient vow of stability and teaches us how to lead a richer life of friendship, community, and purpose...

In this audiobook, Megan Hill answers a common question of churchgoers: What's so great about the church? With rich theology and practical direction, Hill encourages and equips both first-time visitors and regular members to delight in being a part of the local church - no matter how messy and ordinary it seems today. It is only when God's people begin to see one another as the Lord sees them that they will truly find a place to belong. 

Experience an exhilarating journey into the world of local politics with our latest eBook, "Winning the Local Race." This comprehensive guide takes you on a step-by-step journey through the challenging yet thrilling campaign trail, leaving no stone unturned. Whether you're a novice entering public service or an experienced campaign warrior, this eBook is an essential read. Starting with the process of identifying your political landscape, it systematically propels you into understanding local government structures and exploring key community issues. Navigate through the intricate web of ...

Discover the ultimate guide to building ethical, community-focused income streams with Ethical Side-Hustle Blueprints: 10 Proven Neighborhood Ventures for $2K/Month Passive Income Without Exploiting Anyone. This comprehensive ebook delivers step-by-step plans for launching sustainable, low-effort neighborhood-based businesses that generate up to $2,000 per month in mostly passive earnings—while prioritizing fairness, respect, and positive local impact. Unlike exploitative gig models or high-pressure schemes, these ventures emphasize win-win relationships, fair pricing, and genuine value ...

Everyone in Bramblewood knows Roz Lancaster has made bad decisions. The messy divorce. The drinking. The affair with another woman's husband. So when Roz wakes after a night of torrential rain to find that very woman dead on her living room floor, with blood on her own hands and a gun beside her...