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Jeremy Walker is accused of killing his wife. The sheriff's sister, Kate Hammond, applies for the job as his housekeeper in order to try and find the proof they need to hang Jeremy. However, Kate never suspected she'd fall in love with the man. Her new mission is to find out who really killed Helen Walker to clear Jeremy's name. When the real killer is revealed, it sets Kate in a tailspin of grief and heartbreak.

For six years following the Civil War, gunslingers John West and Lawson Kimbrell led the notorious West-Kimbrell Clan in robbing unsuspecting travelers on the Natchez Trace. John West found a criminal kinship in partner Kimbrell, and as gang leaders they were absolutely merciless in creating mayhem far and wide, to an unprecedented degree. Nightriders chronicles the rise of these madmen in and around Winn Parish, Louisiana, and details their ultimate downfall.

Frankie had it good. A place of his own. A girlfriend with a penchant for puzzles. And a pretty good nest egg from grifting wallets. But when somebody steals his money that he worked so hard to take, things get serious. Forced to confront his past, Frankie must be led down a path that will take him deeper into the criminal underworld.

Should a woman give the man that once loved her - then killed her - a second chance at either? Not many people get a do-over, and mountain guide Vicky Golden isn't about to waste hers. With a new name, a new look, and a new attitude, she has the life she always wanted. But when a geothermal project threatens her precious Mt. Shasta, she risks exposing her secret to the world and to the man who wanted her dead.

Jack Spirelli describes the Coven of Light as a cult-like organization, with dangerously powerful members and no love for mundane humanity. He was also on record as categorically refusing to involve himself in a case that took him anywhere near the Coven. Why then had Jack agreed to take the case of a defecting Coven member? His dragon side-kick Marin may not speak to him again - ever. But sometimes the right thing to do isn't convenient, comfortable, or safe. And there was that stash of magical potions he'd been promised for taking the case.

Conrad Blevins speaks with the dead. Or does he? Is Conrad a psychic for hire or a fraud preying on the recently bereaved? Jack Spirelli and his dragon side-kick Marin hunt for the truth, even as the pursuit endangers their lives.

Jack Spirelli, paranormal investigator, public debunker of paranormal frauds, and private fixer for the magic-using community has opened his doors. Jack's in a crunch. Since he went pseudo-public with Spirelli Paranormal Investigations, his business has sky-rocketed. Debunking the scum who prey on vulnerable targets makes up half his business now. And the rest of his time? Jack's on speed dial with the Texas Lycan Pack, the Inter-Pack Policing Cooperative gives him an occasional ring, and anything that goes bump in the night might just call him with a job.

Much has happened since Brent, Ellie, William, and Valerie first met an old man from the future. They've saved the world from a terrifying epidemic unwittingly caused by their future selves, only to see the timeline change to an equally devastating outcome. The teens have watched their future selves die and discovered that someone - or something - has tampered with their own memories, erasing years of personal experiences. They're about to find out why.

"Having known and observed Jeremy for almost half a century, I have no doubt that his influence has been as great as that of all but the most senior figures in government. In his second book, Jeremy continues the recounting of his life's work, which he began in his early volume, Every Man Should Try. Jeremy has devoted his life to conflict resolution and to ending the nuclear arms race." - From the preface by Morton H. Halperin, Director of the Policy Planning Staff, Department of State (1998-2001)

Jeremy Stone, a renowned, almost Zelig-like figure in the world of public interest activism offers his antic, wry and moving memoirs of a life spent trying to make the world a better place. There probably isn't another human being who's been involved with more issues as an activist than Jeremy Stone. During his tenure as head of the 2,000 member Federation of American Scientists, Stone has been involved with just about every major activist issue of the past quarter century.

Transition is the third book of the Euphoria Z series set in a post-apocalyptic California. The post-apocalyptic world is in transition. While things may seem safer, a great danger lurks under the surface and sometimes from above. What does the Island have to do with the state of the world, and the invisible creatures? New threats arise and evil is tracked down. Will this finally be the end for Ben and his psychopathic lifestyle? Continue the adventure as we find out what happened to Cooper, Lisa, and the others.

Ever get laid off while wearing a costume? Forced to get over a fear in less than 10 hours? Hey, we've all been there, right? These are just a few of the weird woes that writer and blogger Roberto Scarlato has to face. A collection of six humorous essays of true events that happened in his life. It tackles subjects like apartment hunting, traveling, acting, Halloween contests, and scammers.

William, Ellie, and Brent realize their memories have been erased - even though everyone else's is still intact. With Detective Sparks hell-bent on pinning them with Valerie's murder and the threat of a global war in the future, the three friends know their mission is more critical than ever.

It is the summer of 1933 and the Windy City is hosting the fabulous World's Fair. The famous Navy Pier along the shores of Lake Michigan is invaded by thousands of tourists from around the nation and the world; all there to marvel at the newest scientific advancements on display. But within this glittering pleasure park of wonder lurks a devilish fiend set upon causing mass destruction and ruining the Fair.

Terrible Things is the story of John and Jimmy Leetch. John is a soldier in the Korean War who hasn't yet met his son, Jimmy. After a chilling and traumatic turn of events in the war, he eagerly awaits the moment that he will finally return home and begin his new life as a father. Jimmy, now a middle-aged man, discusses his childhood and family life with his therapist, who is helping him to overcome his decades-long struggle with alcohol. Delve deeper into the world of Leetch, and uncover the roots of this family tree.

Transformation is the exciting second book in the Euphoria Z Trilogy. Cooper has found his sister, Ellen, and her boyfriend, Taffer, who survived the infection. But there's something not quite right about him now. Cooper must leave Ellen and Taffer behind with a new companion to go on a critical mission to find the one person that might be able to help him. Weed, the surviving member of the Wild Rebels MC, has infiltrated the parking garage as a harmless old man, but he's not fooling everyone.

Dr. Jack Norris arrives at work one day to find out his best friend, Dr. John Connor, was gunned down by a patient gone mad. While helping the police uncover the reason for this calamity, Jack uncovers a ring of mass murders who will stop at nothing to become rich and famous, even if it means killing innocent lives.

Ambition, murder, politics. Elements in the tragic collision of two lives. Anthony "JoJo" Machado, decorated marine combat veteran, and Detective Sergeant Josh Williams, East Providence Police Department. Two men inextricably linked by circumstances beyond their control. One will die. One will face the loss of everything he holds dear. Collision Course is the riveting story of blind political ambition trampling truth.

Old Chicago has a new hero, the Bagman. Created by writer B.C. Bell, the Bagman is former gangster Frank McCullough who goes straight and becomes a crime-buster to protect the good people of the Windy City. These stories mix fast-paced action and humor in the finest pulp tradition.

Veteran Police Sergeant Clarke is gunned down by hoodlums, shot in the back of the head. As he lay dying, a rush of blood to his face formed a macabre mask - a crimson mask. When his son, Doctor Robert "Bob" Clarke, saw that strange stigmata, he interpreted it as a sign, inspiring him to become his father's avenger, the Crimson Mask!