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The world calls him vampire.But that's not who I know. He's my fellow patient at Crimson Hollow, a facility for those infected with the vampire virus. He's lived for more than a century and has been called many things. Vagabond. Circus freak. Prisoner. Murderer. Now he's the world's most famous person. He receives blood transfusions to stay conscious and rarely leaves the facility. He'll never be free. Except in death.And that was what he wanted...until I arrived. All I wanted was a cure. I wasn't planning to fall in love.He knows too much about my secret. And I've learned too much about his past.Someone is planning to unleash a serum that will destroy the entire world. But to save everyone else-we must sacrifice ourselves.They call him vampire. But only he knows his true nature.And I may never be prepared to accept it."This book made me want to believe in the unbelievable!" -Angela Larkin, co-author of the bestselling Beyond series

In Mama Used to Say, Hannibal Johnson flawlessly captures the collective wisdom passed from generation to generation with a beguiling blend of wit, wisdom, and insight. Following each of the heartwarming nostalgic narratives are the most quotable of quotes-the very words that echo through the memories of our childhoods.An imaginative blend of Mama''s brand of comforting common sense and her gentle ethical and moral lessons, Mama Used to Say is full of insights as illuminating as they are honest. Both inspirational and touching, the book is much more than just a meditation on the timeless bond between mothers and children-it is a testimony to the instinctive capacity of all mothers to love and to nurture their children not just through deeds, but through the spirited words that touch their souls.

This time, Dan's putting everything on the line. Will his dangerous scheme reveal a killer...or cause a fatal injustice? Defense lawyer Daniel Pike believes he's closer than ever to proving his late father was no murderer. But with key witnesses snuffed out and his archnemesis pulling all the strings to ensure no one talks, his frustration is about to boil over. His only remaining option is a high-stakes gamble to force the arrogant powerbroker onto the witness stand. Risking the wrath of a ruthless cartel, Pike relentlessly pursues the evidence he desperately needs. But as he uncovers his own family's shocking history and navigates a blossoming romance, the determined attorney finds himself back in the courtroom on the losing end of the biggest case of his life with many lives hanging in the balance--including his own. Will Pike's pursuit of justice come back to bite him when he learns the tragic truth? Judge and Jury is the sensational fifth novel in the Daniel Pike Legal Thriller Series. If you like David-versus-Goliath stories, stunning twists and turns, and genius court moves, then you'll love William Bernhardt's gripping fight. Buy Judge and Jury and uncover the truth today!

Are you a Red Sneaker Writer?Even the most unique and interesting characters will not engage readers if their journey-the plot-fails. In this book, bestselling author William Bernhardt reveals the secrets that will keep readers riveted to the page. He explains the importance of matching character to plot and the key distinction between surprise and coincidence. Bernhardt discusses how to enrich your story by layering three levels of conflict and, in the final chapter, analyzes the primary plot structures that have delighted readers since the first story was told. The book also includes exercises designed to help writers apply these ideas to their own writing.

If he loses this case, the consequence is death. Ever since his father's wrongful incarceration, defense lawyer Daniel Pike has defended the innocent at any cost. But he's stunned when his archrival DA is found shot dead and brutally crucified. And after Pike himself lands in jail for the crime, he smells a terrifying setup. Fearing he'll suffer the same fate as his parent, the determined attorney uncovers evidence that the DA was involved with a sinister sex-trafficking ring. But with the prosecution presenting an ironclad case against him, it's clear someone wants Pike out of the way. And if they can't get him with a lethal injection, they may resort to bullets. Can Pike get to the truth before he's condemned to die behind bars?