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The Art of Writing Christian Poetry This book is a ';how-to' introduction to the art of writing Christian poetry. It is for new poets that seek guidance and experienced poets that are confused or caught in writer's block.The author will discuss the Christian Poetic Expression, its origin and value in modern society. He will also distinguish between secular and Christian poetry; anointing opposed to inspiration and elements of a good poem.Categories will be exampled and samples of the author's own poems used to show construction and value. Plus tips on marketing and how to use poetry in witnessing and church ministries.The author's expertise comes from being the President & Founder of The Fellowship of Christian Poets for more than 10-years, successful marketing and display and active use of poetry in sharing the good news of Jesus Christ.For more details visit the author's website atwww.christianliferesourcecenter.org

Shattered by Heartbreak...When a heart breaks, it does not break evenly, cleaving in half exactly down the middle...Surrounded by her large, boisterous family in 1840s Ireland, Lara Flannigan has never known anything but love and belonging - until the day that tragedy strikes, leaving her abandoned and forced into indentured servitudeRemade in a new world.Just when all hope seems lost, Lara is discovered by a childless American couple, visiting Ireland to aid in the famine-relief effort. With barely a chance to look back, shes swept away to a bustling new continent - and a dizzying new reality. One of petticoats, opulent townhouses, and the cold reaches of Philadelphia high society. Desperate for a future, Lara works tirelessly to fit into her new life... while still haunted by her past that wont let her go.Set in a fascinating historical period, Laras Story is a gripping young adult novel that explores the strength of the human spirit and the power of forgiveness to heal a broken heart.

How far would you go to save your best friend from a fate worse than death? Olivia Townsend is willing to do whatever it takes to save Lilly from just such a fate.The year is 1804. Lady Olivia Sophia Allen Townsend has just turned 20 years old. She is beautiful, well-educated and considered by some in polite society to be far too eccentric for her own good. When Olivia was younger, she was very open about her gift of being able to see spirits. But the shunning by her peers has caused her to turn her back on those who need her the most - spirits caught between two worlds. That is until her best friend Lilly Collins comes to her in the middle of the night and asks for her help. Lilly can’t remember what happened to her and finds herself in need of Olivia’s unique gifts.Olivia’s younger sister, Coco, is also gifted with a unique set of skills - she can touch someone and know things about them that they would sometimes prefer to keep hidden. Together, the sisters set off on a sea voyage, from Ireland to America, intent on solving the mystery of Lilly’s untimely death.Brody and Quinton Beaumont, fine-looking, eligible, southern American gentlemen, and heirs to a successful cotton empire, are twins hiding a deep dark secret. Their mother, Annabelle Beaumont, died eight years earlier on the night of their annual birthday winter ball, yet she continues to rule over their plantation home with an iron fist.Olivia, drawn to no man, feels suddenly akin to Brody Beaumont, but she must figure out if she can trust him, and if he or his brother had anything to do with Lilly’s death.

CHERISH AND RELISH –Everyday Indian Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Recipes (Paperback)Cherish and Relish - Everyday Indian Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Recipes :The book is a combination of recipes that I have simplified to suit the modern times that we live in. All the recipes contained in this book are kitchen tested.This Indian cookbook encompasses 70 dishes like Butter Chicken, Kebabs (Minced Meat Cutlets), Fried Chicken, Mutton Chops, Chicken Masala Curry, Palak Paneer, Lamb Roast, Tandoori Chicken, Fried Fish Masala, Chana Masala, Dal Makhani, Chicken Biryani, Vegetable Pulao, Coconut Chicken Curry, Tomato Onion Raita, Salmon with Spinach, Cold Fish, Instant Kesar Kulfi. Some of the recipes have played center stage at many a festival and special occasion that my family has celebrated. We have savored, relished and cherished these recipes.At a time when the opportunities of having family get-togethers are becoming increasingly rare it becomes all the more important to make these occasions memorable. The anticipation, excitement and sheer joy of cooking up a feast has the ability to unite and enrich our souls. This recipe book is a result of my personal culinary journey and it also provides an opportunity for everyone to get in the kitchen and cook up a dish to enjoy and a story to appreciate. Nawabzadi Fatima Alam Khan

Angelina Stewart is a beautiful, bold, independent woman hiding a terrible secret. After returning home from a sea voyage, she is touted as a hero for saving her family's ship and crew from a band of ruthless pirates, but Angelina feels like such a fraud. At the same time her psychic abilities are becoming more pronounced as she attempts to unravel the mystery of London's gruesome murders before she becomes the killers next victim.Captain Jude Deveraux is leading a double life as well. He and his band of French privateer's steal, rob and plunder unsuspecting ships that have the misfortune of wandering into their domain. Awarded a title by the King of France for bravery during battle, The Duke of Bayonne, A.K.A. Pirate Captain, Jude Deveraux, takes what he wants from the world as he and best friend, Honore live each day as if it were their last. That is until the day Jude discovers that the only thing he truly wants is to capture the untamed heart of fiery tempered, Angelina for his own.