Books published by LIGHTNING SOURCE INC

Who killed DCI Mackie?DCI Lesley Clarke thinks she's close to solving her predecessor's murder. But when the body of a police officer connected to the crime turns up in the abandoned village of Tyneham, the case steps up a gear.And when someone she's close to is threatened by the killer, Lesley's quest for the truth becomes even more urgent.Can Lesley convince her senior officers of the truth, keep her team on track and protect her family?The Ghost Village Murders is the gripping ninth instalment to the Dorset Crime series, and finally concludes the investigation into the death of DCI Mackie.

Tess, her best friend Zara, and Zara's daughter, Zénnie, move from LA to Calgary and rent a big house with subtenants. Unexpected friendships form. Tess fears letting love in, and her girlfriends worry she'll miss out on something amazing.

Learn the hard-won business wisdom by award-winning entrepreneur and business coach Brad Pedersen, discovering how he built, crashed, and then rebuilt a thriving toy empire before launching environmental enterprises committed to a triple bottom line.Startup Santa takes you on a captivating adventure through Brad Pedersen's extraordinary life, offering a one-of-a-kind "how-to" guide to entrepreneurship. Unlike any other business book, this narrative explores ten essential lessons derived from iconic toys that will inspire and guide you on your own entrepreneurial journey.From the timeless appeal of G.I. Joe to the simple yet brilliant Hula-Hoop, this book reveals the fascinating stories behind these beloved toys and their profound lessons for success.Rediscover your inner child, reignite your imagination, and watch your business soar to new heights by learning how to: Turn struggles into strengths and adversities into your advantageProgress your business while protecting it from potential setbacksDesign whole life success through work life integrationExplore the influence of your beliefs and values on the outcomes you achieveUnderstand your mindset and the power of hope versus the debilitating effects caused by fearBecoming the hero of your story while avoiding the trap of becoming a bystander or victimUnveil the essential elements necessary for constructing a scalable and enduring enterpriseDiscover what really matters to create a life with meaningStartup Santa reminds us that the spirit of play is not just for children-it's a force that can transform the way we approach entrepreneurship, enriching our lives and businesses with boundless wonder and limitless potential.

During the Great Migration of the 1900s, millions of Black families fled the Jim Crow south seeking a better life in major cities across the U.S. Their secrets traveled with them-into the next generation...

A daughter never makes it home, but her memory lives on in a garden. A son runs away, leaving his mother with the lessons she hadn't been ready to hear. A woman grieves her lost relationship only to begin a new one with herself on the Camino de Santiago. In this collection of nine short stories, Mehrnaz Massoudi tenderly explores the many layers of grief and rage mothers, daughters, and women around the world face throughout their lifetimes, and the healing that can be found in the most sacred of places-within ourselves.These exquisite short stories take the reader on a rollercoaster ride where the destination is not the happy or sad ending, but the moment the main characters come to terms with their respective realities and traumas, finding places where love and acceptance can flourish, and grief is given space to unfurl.She's Still Here is an evocative, touching portrayal of the human experience, and its resilience in the face of profound suffering, betrayal, regret, and loss. But it is also a beautifully rendered expression of love in all of its forms, but especially the love we should give ourselves.

A US army dam engineer is targeted in a Kremlin honeytrap and a Russian mole killed in Ukraine after passing on key information to the CIA. The question is why? Operative Jayne Robinson is asked to find out.

A comprehensive guide for beginners and experienced gardeners looking to cultivate herbs indoors. It includes guidance on selecting the right herbs and containers, proper care and maintenance, propagation techniques, sustainable practices, and creative uses of homegrown herbs. The book, titled "Healthy Home Herb Gardener: A Comprehensive Guide to Thriving Indoor Herb Gardening," aims to empower readers to create vibrant and aromatic indoor herb gardens, enhancing their living spaces, culinary experiences, and connection to nature while emphasizing the importance of sustainability and eco-friendliness in herb cultivation.

Loner, military brat Grace Artemis Halsted is moving again, this time for her senior year at a high school in Northern Virginia: Mean Girl Capitol of the World. Not a problem. She couldn't care less about the six-pack of perfectly styled messy bun-wearing divas or the prima donna on her elite lacrosse club team. She's learned the secret to success in chess and lacrosse is to control the center of the board.Meet the quirky posse of croquet-playing computer nerds, artists, theater geeks, and a gorgeous out-of-her-league crush who help Gracie maneuver rowdy crowded hallways and turf war fields while dodging a manipulative rival, exposing an elusive cyber bully, and avoiding her recurring nightmare come-to-life nemesis - the whistling, serial-killer vampire custodian.

A travel writer secretly investigates powerful people, putting herself in the crosshairs of a killer. Travel writer, Jessie Berns, returns to her hometown to find answers about her brother's suspicious death. With the help of an old friend, Detective Rick Chandler, they pursue a truth that someone is willing to do anything to keep hidden-even kill again. They uncover decades-old secrets that expose hidden sins and threaten the lifestyles of high-powered people in their small community. As they close in on the devious mastermind manipulating the town, it becomes frighteningly clear to Rick that Jessie is not the one calling the shots in her private investigation. She is the killer's new target.

Evan Kurtz is a problem child living in NYC. To set him on the correct path, his father, Nathan Kurtz, takes him to Shipshewana, IN to live with his mother, Evan's grandmother, Adeline Kurtz, widow of John Kurtz. Evan meets the Amish for the first time and makes friends with Zak (Isaac) Graber, grandson of Daniel Yoder. Meeting Zak's twin, Zeke (Ezekiel) is a test. Then Evan is smitten by the twin's sister, Rachel Graber. He learns more about the Amish and how his grandparents were dairy farmers. Family secrets come to surface. Evan finds his path, but not before many discover his voice and ability to sing. Both Rachel and Evan have the gift of song. They are cast in a play at the Blue Gate Theater. Will Rachel become Englische? Or, will Evan become Amish? All is revealed in this, the final book of The Amish Singer series.

The evening was approaching and while life was easy, like Sunday morning outside on the streets of the thriving metropolis that was Ashland City, Tennessee, population 1026, nay 1027 cause into this world, in a small clinic on Main Street, the cries of a scrawny dark haired, blue eyed baby could be heard. Mama wanted to make sure that I had a Biblical name. Somehow I think she knew in her heart what lay ahead and thought a Biblical name might soften the blow or maybe she thought Jesus would look on me more favorably. Who knows but for whatever reason Joseph it was. Joseph Ricky Reynolds- that was me and so my story began. My story is about how God took a bad decision and turned it into a Miracle that would change the course of my life. Ricky and his wife Diane are now attending First United Pentecostal Church in Nashville, TN. Bishop Ron Becton and Pastor Roy Duke.

These poems traverse the seam between love and struggle, memory and what is palpable, to create a world where everything is at stake."As the title promises, Susan Oringel's Carnevale is a 'festival before the last.' In a swirling dance of life and death, a heartrending narrative unfurls. Nostalgic poems selected from Oringel's chapbook, My Coney Island, combine with new work to describe celebration and mourning over the span of decades. The world moves from the assassination of President Kennedy to the carnage of 9/11. A season of bereavements culminates in the unexpected death of a lover. Lyrical free verse captures the emotion of losing things that, like a child's run-away balloon, cannot be recovered. Yet, amidst the farewell to flesh, doors open. 'Joys and sorrows move like the wind / from house to house, lights burning in the windows.' In poignant dreams of Coney Island, the author imagines the surf's roar and a return to the mythic place where she began and will begin again."-Jackie Craven, author of Secret Formulas & Techniques Of The Masters"Come read, taste, feel Susan Oringel's Carnevale! From schav to Nathan's hotdogs, to freshly baked whole grain bread and ice cream with a cherry on top, come experience Coney Island and 9/11 and the life and deaths of family and lovers, in language vivid, colorful, and bittersweet. You will know that we suddenly all speak 'the same language' which moves 'like music from heart to heart.' And we know that we are all 'tethered? First to our own bodies, then to others, to life, and finally to death.' Come live and love in Carnevale!"-Larissa Shmailo, author of Dora / Lora. "The poems of Carnevale grow in intensity as they go--as recollection grows closer in time and intimacy, they invite the joys of Eros in, and then, with 'the awful fact of after...' deal so movingly with loss and the transit of grief: 'What's left, a love that flares inside...' And, in their strong cadences and the eloquent parallels of their images, the poems open that interior to us, 'And then begin again.'"-Eleanor Wilner, Before Our Eyes: New and Selected Poems

Gold Dust Publishing brings you Reflections. A charity book featuring over forty authors, actors, musicians, entertainers, teachers, counselors, and everyday people who look back to tell a younger version of themselves what their past has taught them. Each one shares how they endured a variety of situations from verbal and physical abuse, fear, suicide, rape, and change to become the best versions of themselves. The Goal? Not to toot their own horns, but to help those who are in similar situations. To show that there can be light at the end of a narrow tunnel, and to let those afflicted know that they are not alone. Each of these contributors come from all walks of life - Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and even our straight allies - and give hope that you too can make it through the things that are afflicting you.A lot can be learned from taking a glimpse at the past. Looking back reminds us of where we were, how far we've come, the things we needed to change, the things we didn't. But most importantly, the blood, sweat, and tears it took us to get here.

I'm not afraid of heights, deep water, or love. I'm afraid of falling, drowning, and a broken heart!" UnknownAfter leaving her singular life to become a wife and mother, Dahlia soon discovers that loneliness can often be an unwelcome guest. In an effort to rediscover the woman she once was, a false sense of security lures Dahlia away from the comfort and safety of her Scottish home. But a plan put into motion years ago is only moments from its climax. Will Dahlia survive the invisible enemy, or will the past finally catch up with her?A psychodrama of trauma, healing, and romance, Nothing But the Truth will take you on an intense journey of twists and turns that will keep you up late at night and longing for more.

Following the wanderings of a Californian exploring the Lake District, these poems simultaneously trace the contours of a rugged landscape and the inner psyche. Contemplative, open-hearted, and attending to the moment's gifts, herein are hymns to the silence in which we become both more present and qualified by a greater Presence. With exquisite colour photography by Shabana Dar Baker.

Every chapter is a different door, and every door force Jerry to choose in between good and evil. Ultimately each door will have to comply with Jerry's soul, in a race to redemption, from New York to Florida, from Las Vegas to Brazil. Time, space and people will take a whole new meaning... and Jerry's life reset forever.

With a century of information about the First Parish Church, dozens of photos, and a complete index-this book is a necessary addition to any Brunswick history buff's collection.

Teach children that they need to feel their feelings and learn how to allow their feelings to move through them.Little Winston wants to help! Little Winston & His Big Feelings is a vibrant picture book written by bestselling author Justine Froelker and illustrated by Emily Baker. Winston has a squeaky feelings ball, and he wants to help you when you're feeling big feelings-because we don't always have a feelings ball available. Little Winston & His Big Feelings is the perfect book for: Ages 0 to 8 years old.Parents, libraries, classroom story times, and discussions about feelings and emotions.Young children and families interested in creating a safe environment to express themselves.After reading, your child will: Better understand some of the big feelings that can feel overwhelming, such as happiness, confusion, madness, sadness, anxiousness, joy, hurt, being afraid, and sadness.Better understand how to move through their feelings.Be better equipped to deal with big feelings such as jealousy, pride, frustration, awkwardness, boredom, excitement, anxiety, awe, and calmness.Big feelings are a part of life. None of them are bad. You must work on understanding and coping. Sometimes, we need help feeling our feelings and moving them through-and that's okay!

Beginning some fifty years after Major Dade's command met their demise at the hands of a much larger force of Seminoles, notable citizens began to press both Florida and Federal legislators to acquire the battle site for everlasting preservation. Steadily increasing through the first two decades of the twentieth century, an impressive legion of supporters developed to include politicians, jurists, historians, business leaders, civic clubs, and prominent national figures such as General Douglas MacArthur. All these, along with strong public voices fanned by both local and out-of-state newspapers, finally succeeded in convincing the State of Florida to purchase eighty acres that encompassed most of the battle area on September 29, 1921. Dade was only the second property that had been set aside by the State for perpetual protection. Although it was a governmental acquisition, for more than thirty years "Dade Memorial Park" was actively maintained and managed by the citizens of Bushnell and Sumter County themselves. Today Dade Battlefield Historic State Park is a unique member of the multiple National Gold Medal Award-winning Florida State Parks system and remains loved by its neighbors as "our little park." Steven Rinck served eight years as president of the Seminole Wars Foundation, and still maintains active roles with that not-for-profit group. An avid student of history for all of his life, the retired Pasco County teacher and principal is past president of the Dade Battlefield Society, a trustee of the Fort King Heritage Foundation and a member of the Florida Historical Society. He is also active with historical societies in Sumter, Hernando, and Pasco counties. Steven is a consultant for the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village and a proud supporter of the Seminole Tribe's Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum. He reenacts at Second Seminole War, Civil War, and World War II events, and enjoys performing first-person historical impressions for school, military and civic groups. Beyond the Battle is Steven's first published literary endeavor, and he is excited that the personal stories of sacrifice and perseverance that were made in order to bring proper recognition to Dade Battlefield are at last being told.

Jewel Time is the third book of the Marcia Lane Suspense Stories. Descendants of the Powhatan Indians get stalked and call on Marcia Lane, and her boss Rufus Stronger, to find out who and why someone is stalking them and locking them out of their access road to their cabin. The story takes place on the banks of the James River. The Indians do indeed have something other than the land -- the stalker wants -- they have been harvesting pearls for centuries.

Ce dictionnaire Français-Somali est spécialement conçu pour les débutants . Avec plus de 1700 mots et expressions couramment utilisés . Ce dictionnaire est a moyen d'apprentissage qui vous aidera à vous familiariser avec la langue française . Chaque entrée est illustrée avec des exemples bilingues pour vous permettre de comprendre et d'utiliser les mots et expressions dans leur contexte . Que vous appreniez le français pour le travail, les études ou le plaisir, ce dictionnaire sera votre compagnon. Qaamuuskan Faransiis-Soomaali waxaa si gaar ah loogu talagalay ardayda billowga ah. Ereyada qaamuskan ku jira waxay kor u dhaafayaan 1,700 oo erey . Qaamuuskani waa barasho kaabe kaa caawin doona inaad barato Faransiiska .Erey kasta waxaa lagu muujiyay tusaale labada af si lagaaga caawiyo inaad fahamto oo isticmaasho ereyada . Haddii aad u baranayso Faransiiska shaqo, waxbarasho ama waqti-qaadasho, qaamuuskani wuxuu noqon doonaa wehelkaaga.

In the first book, Samuel assumed he was a Christian because he faithfully attended church. During his adjustment to log cabin life without technology, his attention is drawn to the marvelous details of nature, animals, and us humans too. His mind is renewed and now enjoys sharing this new faith with anyone and everyone. His dog has kept him focused. When a woman doctor administers emergency medical help, he gets the desire for another companion.He's forced to change plans for Thanksgiving

The Magpie and the SnakeBalagaan must choose: let his mortal enemy wed the love of his life, or break the lore and risk certain death. Balagaan comes from a saltwater people; Gawngan comes from a desert people. They are forbidden to marry. But for these star crossed lovers, their love is worth the risk; even if it means death.After the tribal Elders learn of their secret relationship, they banish Balagaan to another tribe, hoping the love between the boy and girl will die. Entrusted to learn their ways, he must live there until he is summoned home to take his place amongst his tribe.While the years pass, and Balagaan progresses through his initiations into manhood, his childhood friend, Yirinyin, must also pass his rites into manhood. After failing to prevent an accident on a kangaroo hunt, Yirinyin feels he is failing the old ways, but when the tribe encounters the Newcomers in their strange skins in the boat with wings, the old ways themselves may soon be under threat.Summoned home, Balagaan makes a terrible discovery. His childhood sweetheart is betrothed to his mortal enemy. Risking everything to be with Gawngan, he visits the terrifying Aboriginal sorcerer, the Clever Man, for help. While the Clever Man foretells Balagaan will be with his true love, if he wins the treacherous Tree Climbing event, he cannot be trusted. His ways are mysterious and sometimes deadly. Also, Balagaan has two obstacles in the way: he is terrified of heights, and his enemy, Dangan, wants to kill him!Can he win the challenge, avoid getting killed, break the lore and marry his childhood sweetheart, or is the Clever Man playing a deadly trick on him? If Balagaan fails he may not survive and his true love will be doomed to marry his adversary.Mixing thrilling action and touching romance, Steve Trotter gives a wonderful insight into Aboriginal life in Book 1 of his Australia's Black History series. Buy 'The Magpie and the Snake' to start your journey into Australia's rich and wonderful history of the Nyangbal people of Ballina today!'Like Dark Emu, it paints the strength and grace of Aboriginal people.'- John Gardiner, journalist and author.

The dinosaurs and dragons have been living in harmonic unison on planet earth until the humans come. Being frightened of the new rulers of the earth, they take flight together and they decide to explore the universe, finally inhabiting the mysterious and strange land called Planet XYZ!

Children's activity book with journal prompts and colouring in. Illustrations and concepts are from the book "I am Little Yogi" by Simone Ripper. An engaging introduction to gratitude, mindfulness and self-love for little yogis.Ideal for ages 4+ with loving guidance. Even littler yogis will enjoy colouring and earlyconversations about gratitude.

Patty, an ever optimistic Australian cow, finds herself swept away from her home in a devastating flood. Alongside her loyal farmyard companions, she embarks on an epic swim down a swollen river, encountering unforeseen challenges en route to the bustling city. As Patty battles crocodiles and sharks in the flood waters, her journey mirrors the resilience of a real life cow who inspired this quirky, colourfully illustrated story. This is a captivating narrative inspired by the incredible true events that unfolded during Australia's overwhelming flood in the state of Queensland in 2011, and repeated in 2022. This is the second edition of Patty the Wonder Cow which was first published in 2011 by the author and artist Karen Jackman. The tale not only captures the spirit of adventure, but also serves as a poignant reflection on determination, positivity, survival and the enduring strength of friendships in overcoming adversity. Dive into Patty the Wonder Cow's heartwarming adventure from the farmyard to the BIG CITY. An appealing and uplifting story for children and adults alike.

Three friends enlist in WW1 and find their niche in life. Jimmy seeks to become an aircraft maintenance engineer and pilot, Ida becomes an Army nurse, and Terry enlists in the Army Light Horse.

This is a poetry book with lots of expression. The best way to communicate exactly what is our mind. There is nothing better to sit down with a pen and paper and write our expression. We can write anything that comes to our mind, listen our heart and name the feeling with honestly and sincerely. Finally enjoy the journey.