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Angels Among Us (Spiritual Journeys) by Julie McDonald 4.5 Stars (5 Reviews)    Price verified 29 minutes ago

Angels? Are they for real? Are they active today in our modern world? If you are a believer, you will be encouraged by the 9 short angel stories in this eBook, about a 20-30 minute read. If you're a skeptic, I invite you to read and judge for yourself. These true stories are compelling and convincing! The question and answer section address common questions asked about angels with the answers based on scripture.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 15 Pages (173 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 3rd, 2024

The Wellness Seed by Hillary Polednik (Jongleur Books) 4.9 Stars (65 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

The Wellness Seed is a story of Hillary's journey from cancer diagnosis through treatment and back to restored health. Throughout her cancer experience she met some incredible people and Practitioners and along with her friends and family found the seed to living a brighter, more meaningful life. This book is not only for those diagnosed with cancer and caregivers but also for family and friends who wish to support their loved one going through cancer. This book will inspire anyone who wishes to help others and learn about the ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 130 Pages (332 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Nothing Like The Truth by John A. Shepherd 4.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

I had always wanted to be a stand-up comedian, the most difficult thing in the world to do. I now had my chance, only to be hounded for some other thing of long ago that just wouldn't go away. Here is the story, warts and all. I declare that the evidence I shall give, Will be the truth, the whole truth and nothing like the truth. So help me God. This publication is free from serious swear words

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 34 Pages (489 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Why Did He Bother?: A Pastor's Account of God's Abundant Mercy, Love, and Grace by Allen Bujno 4.6 Stars (44 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

This is a unique, humorous, inspirational, encouraging, faith-building, faith-challenging story of endurance, perseverance, and reconciliation. It will make you laugh and it will make you think. Why does God bother to do the things He does in our lives? Why doesn't He just let us keep believing what we were believing, keep doing the things we were doing, continually making mistakes and using bad judgment? I believe God puts people into our lives on purpose; To strengthen us, to encourage us, to teach us, to correct us, to stop ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 253 Pages (863 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Legends of Lincoln: Tall Tales & Legends of The Life & Times of Abraham Lincoln by Michael John Joseph Del Toro 4.4 Stars (20 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The life and times of Abraham Lincoln were among the most dynamic and influential periods in American history and the world. His life and his words continue to inspire readers and students everywhere. This work touches on his life and America from the perspective of his contemporaries and is a valuable resource tool for students and educators of American History and literature. Diverse stories revolving around pioneering, family, romance, war, slavery, politics, games, farming, etc. provide a variety of topics to pique a student's ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 292 Pages (2,128 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Desperate Journey: Escape from Burma in 1942, through 900 miles of arduous, Japanese-occupied territory by Francis Clifford (Lume Books) 4.5 Stars (320 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"This is a story of escape; a true account of how a dwindling group of soldiers made their way to safety through nearly a thousand miles of Japanese-occupied territory in the teeth of the monsoon." On 20th April 1942, Captain Thompson received word that the defensive line held by their Chinese allies had broken; orders or no orders, he knew they had to move. Separated from the rest of the Burma Army and weary from months of continuous fighting retreats, the survivors of his Karen Company began their long walk northwards. In the ...

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A TO Z OF TRUE CRIME VOL 4: 32 MOST RECENT SOLVED/COLD CASES: SHOCKING HORRIFYING CRIMES (A TO Z CRIMES) by SHANTI LYN OXLADE Price verified 9 hours ago

"The A to Z of True Crime" is an enthralling collection of murder stories that offers a comprehensive exploration of some of the most chilling and perplexing criminal cases in history. What sets this series apart is that it features contributions from a diverse ensemble of over five accomplished authors, each renowned for their expertise in the true crime genre. This anthology delves deep into the annals of criminal history, presenting readers with a curated selection of cases from A to Z, each one offering a unique and gripping ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 397 Pages (784 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

To Live Or Maybe Not by Gary Revel Price verified 9 hours ago

Playing poker in a Southern Juke Joint was not the typical activity of a 10 year- old boy, but for Gary Revel it was. His mother and father divorced when he was 5. Music became a friend and he formed his first Rock & Roll band when he was 15. After graduation from Holmes Country High School in Bonifay, Florida he enlisted in the United States Navy. His years in the Navy were dangerous but prepared him for more danger later on. His Honorable Discharge came and Hollywood, California called, then New York, Memphis, Nashville and back ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 145 Pages (978 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Thirteen Times That the Lord Has Spoken Directly to My Heart by James Thomas Lee Jr Price verified 10 hours ago

What I am about to say might sound confusing. But it is not meant to be. First, this book is about me. But second, it is NOT about me. In the following pages, I will share thirteen times from my life when the Lord had spoken directly to me. For the first three times, I had NOT known what was happening. For the last ten times plus one, I had been fully aware of what was happening. So in that sense, this book is about me. It will share fourteen experiences from my life. But this book is not really about me because the goal is to show ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 188 Pages (2,815 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

No Looking Back: School's Out and Life Begins by Lannah Sawers-Diggins 2.8 Stars (5 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

Lannah grew up in the Outback in Australia. Her life was filled with the usual and sometimes not so usual childhood joys, frustrations and adventures. The difficulties and challenges made her what she is today, an accomplished professional and mother of 2 wonderful daughters. This is her story. Lannah says: To acknowledge anyone for the writing of this book is something I am unsure about. I don't really know who to acknowledge, or, indeed, if anyone should be. It's not exactly a pleasant book but I hope readers might realize that if ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 180 Pages (922 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

THE CHESAPEAKE TODAY November 2014 - All Crime, All the Time by Ken Rossignol (Huggins Point Publishing Co LLC) 4.6 Stars (4 Reviews)    Price verified 12 minutes ago

The Chesapeake region's only all crime newspaper covering all areas surrounding the Chesapeake Bay. Extensive coverage of crime and cops and detailed information on many major crimes. While many like to blame lenient Judges for repeat offenders being allowed to run free and commit more crimes, often the plea deals approved by States Attorneys, Chief Prosecutors, and Commonwealth Attorneys are to blame for more law-abiding citizens becoming crime victims of violent and dangerous criminals. DUI and DWI arrests and tracking of repeat ...

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The Irish Bride: A Dark Historical Romance by Jaime Lorie Goza 4.3 Stars (94 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Heartstopper. Goosebumps. Epic. Spanning a lifetime of love, sorrow, and the occasional tragedy, Grace's story will keep you turning the pages to find out what happens next. Living two lifetimes in the space of one, Grace manages to make the best out of every hand she is dealt. Ridiculed, physically and mentally abused by many, Grace maintains strength in the face of adversity, proving the human spirit can move past almost anything. This dark tale is not without love and happiness. Smiles, laughter, hope, and faith are just as ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 765 Pages (2,226 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Digging for Roots: Travels in Iceland by Brian Borgford 4.2 Stars (3 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In search of his family history, Brian Borgford travelled to Iceland to seek the origins of his ancestors. In his two-week trip Brian visited all the places described in his grandfather's memoir written over seventy years earlier. The magical sights in Iceland provided a link from days of Pagan worship to the days of mass migration from the harsh environment. Modern day Icelanders show a strong reverence for their history and culture. Icelandic Sagas still shape the thinking of the island's three hundred thousand residents.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 175 Pages (152,188 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Donut Hole: A Marine’s Real-Life Battles in Vietnam During 1967 and 68 Marines, 1st Force Logistical Command Clutch Platoon by R.C. Lebeau 4.2 Stars (419 Reviews)    Price verified 31 minutes ago

This Book is in Color... Pocket Size book. This book does not explore the religious aspects of war. Your very belief is tested in combat, you must kill your enemy, or your enemy will kill you - that is the simple, hard cold fact. Because in my humble opinion, War is hell on Earth. Evil roams freely in War, and it will kill you, one way or another, with its evil intent. Nightmares are common and, in their fantasy, never reflect the real horror and the reality that War can bring to your mind. No matter what your personal spiritual ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 361 Pages (15,728 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

A TO Z OF TRUE CRIME VOL 8: MOST RECENT SOLVED/COLD CASES IN CANADA: SINISTER CRIMES IN THE STATES OF AMERICA (A TO Z CRIMES) by SHANTI LYN OXLADE 3.0 Stars (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

"The A to Z of True Crime" is an enthralling collection of murder stories that offers a comprehensive exploration of some of the most chilling and perplexing criminal cases in history. What sets this series apart is that it features contributions from a diverse ensemble of over five accomplished authors, each renowned for their expertise in the true crime genre. This anthology delves deep into the annals of criminal history, presenting readers with a curated selection of cases from A to Z, each one offering a unique and gripping ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 94 Pages (495 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Lost World of the Himalayas, The Journals of Explorer M.G. Hawking by M.G. Hawking 5.0 Stars (1 Review)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Composed from the journals of explorer M.G. Hawking's five years in remote areas of the Himalayas, this book transports the reader into a legendary lost world, a journey that leads to the discovery of the most refined and powerful knowledge possessed by the human race. Many years ago, on an extended trek into an inner region of the vast wilderness of the Great Himalayan Range, Hawking chanced on an unexpected find. In a majestic valley surrounded by towering ice peaks, he encountered a beautiful small village. In that community, ...

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The Life I’ve Lived: My Life’s Journey And Battle With Parkinson’s: One Man’s Stories of Acceptance, Courage, Love and Laughter by Daniel Derlein 4.7 Stars (7 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A compilation of short stories of experiences from my days growing up in Wisconsin, my 20 years of service in the Air Force, and my diagnosis of Young-Onset Parkinson's Disease at the age of 36.

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Barflies: A Bartender's Memoir by Carol James Marshall 3.5 Stars (28 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Embark on a thrilling journey into the fascinating world of bartending with "Barflies: A Bartender's Memoir." This memoir takes you through the author's years of experience pouring drinks both in the heart of the California desert and at an upscale golf resort, revealing the extraordinary and sometimes wild stories of real people. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of truth, where each tale is more incredible than fiction. If you've ever wondered what goes on inside a bartender's mind, this is your chance to unravel the secrets ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 168 Pages (2,184 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Pax Per Potens: Peace Through Power by Jose Baeza 5.0 Stars (4 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

The first memoir of Jose Baeza. He reflects on his life and the successes and challenges of his wartime experiences, in the U.S. Marines. With military service ended, his stories of working as a Federal Contractor and his liaison work with the CIA, and other U.S. intelligence agencies, provide a perspective that is hard to find. It's an expositional, informative, and sometimes heart-rending read. You will be glad you read this book, and more secure in your knowledge of U.S. Government operations, both public and hidden.

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Sebastian Bach by Reginald Lane Poole 5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 22 minutes ago

Reginald Lane Poole's 'Sebastian Bach' is a compelling biographical work that delves into the life and career of the renowned composer. Poole's meticulous research and eloquent prose offer readers a vivid depiction of Bach's musical legacy and personal struggles, making this book a valuable resource for both scholars and music enthusiasts alike. Set against the backdrop of the Baroque era, Poole's narrative style seamlessly weaves together historical context with detailed analyses of Bach's compositions, providing a comprehensive ...

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Mike Tyson: The Boxing Legend Revealed by Cha Bowman 3.5 Stars (14 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Who is Mike Tyson? Love him or hate him, Mike Tyson is a legend. He propelled boxing to new heights during his reign as the heavy weight champ in the 1980's and early 1990's. Along with courting success inside the ring however, he courted just as much controversy outside of it. He was born into a poor family in one of the roughest sections of the Bronx, to an unstable mother and increasingly uncertain conditions. Mike Tyson was seemingly dealt a bad hand from the very beginning, and due to his short stature and his high pitched ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 41 Pages (1,200 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 2nd, 2024

Pompey the Great: The Life and Legacy of the Legendary Roman General Who Lost the Civil War to Julius Caesar by Charles River Editors Price verified 7 hours ago

Possibly the most important man of antiquity, and even all of history, was Julius Caesar. Alexander Hamilton, the famous American patriot, once remarked that "the greatest man who ever lived was Julius Caesar". Such a tribute, coming from one of the Founding Fathers of the quintessential modern democracy in reference to a man who destroyed the Roman Republic, is testament to the enduring mark that Caesar left upon the world. The ultimate conqueror, statesman, dictator, visionary, and opportunist, during his time in power Caesar ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 72 Pages (4,947 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 1st, 2024

The Narrative of Sojourner Truth by Sojourner Truth 4.4 Stars (1,554 Review)    Price verified one minute ago

From slavery to liberation to life as an abolitionist, feminist, orator, and preacher -- the autobiography of a woman who refused to be anything but free. Born into slavery in New York around 1797, then sold from master to master, Sojourner Truth spent her formative years witnessing the cruelty inherent in the institution of slavery. Escaping to a friendly household before emancipation, she learned that her young son had been sold illegally and launched a lawsuit that would end with his release -- the first time in America that a ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 107 Pages (2,267 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 1st, 2024

That's Why You're Here: A Journey From Grief To Metaphysical Awareness by Erin G. Burrell 4.8 Stars (74 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

A catalyst for change can take many forms. For author, Erin Burrell, that life-altering moment began with a jarring knock at the door. A solemn detective delivered the news that a loved one had died. The grief and heart-splitting loss sent her groping for answers. In her search, she was drawn toward an unexpected path - towards the metaphysical. After reading several books about psychic mediums, Erin wondered if she too might be able to connect with her deceased loved one. It was during this time of metaphysical exploration that it ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 170 Pages (1,921 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 1st, 2024

Menopause on the Mountain: Ozark Life by Norma Burdette 4.3 Stars (21 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

When the Ozarks became our new home, I never expected the volume of changes we would endure. The daily challenges of the hollar, the critters and the hot flashes. One thing is certain, sharing my crazy is keeping me sane.

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The 20th Century’s Most Influential Artists: The Lives and Art of Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol, and Jackson Pollock by Charles River Editors 3.0 Stars (1 Review)    Price verified one hour ago

Picasso is one of the world's most famous artists, which adds to the challenge of examining his career, but it's necessary to examine his entire career because of the way art was intertwined with his life. Even from an early age, it was clear that he subordinated any external concerns relating to his life in the interest of making art, which may have been the cause of the spirit of melancholy that can be found in his artwork. At the same time, the somber tone of some of his work can be directly contrasted against his playful formal ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 342 Pages (52,075 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 1st, 2024

The 21 Wives of Goel Ratzon: True Crime Story by Hadas Cohen 4.3 Stars (6 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

Submission, faith, and devious lust - Inside the polygamous cult that shocked the world. In January 2010, a large police force blocked several narrow streets of a South Tel Aviv neighborhood, converging on a sprawling multifamily home enclosed by 5-foot walls. As curious neighbors peered through their shut blinds, a SWAT team stormed the property and emerged with their target: an enigmatic 59-year-old guru, Goel Ratzon. But who was this man, claiming to possess every masculine trait a woman could desire, dozens of wives and over a ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 237 Pages (566 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 1st, 2024

I Blame The Tornado (Ozark Life Book 1) by Norma Burdette 4.5 Stars (48 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

When a tornado hits my Illinois home and forces your early retirement in the heart of the Ozarks life gets interesting.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 96 Pages (1,999 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 1st, 2024

So Too My Love by Harvey Goodman (Jupiter Sky Publishing) 4.0 Stars (13 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

A love story, a true story, an inspirational story. A boy and girl born a year apart in 1950's Los Angeles grow up under much different circumstances before meeting as young teenagers and falling in love. Gaby becomes a child actress early on in life, helping to support her struggling family with work in television, theatre, and modeling as her childhood career spans from Broadway to 'Leave it to Beaver'. Franklin is a deeply troubled boy who discovers a lifeline in school sports. After meeting at a Hollywood High School function ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 132 Pages (3,284 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 1st, 2024

Mount Vernon Hood Chronicles 3rd & 3rd Edition: Drug Dealer to Grace by Katina Noland 5.0 Stars (6 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Fiction or Non-fiction, I won't tell! Dive into the riveting world of "Mount Vernon Hood Chronicles 3rd & 3rd Edition: Drug Dealer to Grace," a memoir that navigates the tumultuous journey from the crack era's shadows to the light of redemption and grace. If the streets of 3rd and 3rd are familiar to you, the stories within these pages will resonate deeply, echoing the reality of growing up in a time when the allure of the fast life was irresistible. This book is not just a tale; it's an experience. The author pulls you into a life ...

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The Confessions of Saint Augustine by Saint Augustine 4.4 Stars (1,817 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The world's most famous spiritual autobiography Written between 397 and 398 CE, The Confessions of Saint Augustine is the story of Augustine of Hippo's childhood in Numidia, his youth and early adulthood in Carthage, Rome, and Milan, and his conversion to Christianity. As he struggled to liberate himself from his sinful past, Augustine embarked on a quest that would transform him into one of the most influential religious thinkers of all time. A moving testament to the power of faith and an inspirational guide to a fulfilled ...

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Omnipotent: Don't Ask, Don't Tell by William Dorsch (Independently Published by William Dorsch) 4.9 Stars (19 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

We expect that criminals will lie but not the police. Bill Dorsch a retired Chicago homicide detective understood that people when accused of committing crimes, especially in homicide cases, would make conscious decisions to lie when questioned. He hated being lied to but his task as an investigator was to discover the truth no matter where it would take him. He worked hard to gather evidence and testimony from individuals that could lead to the arrest of the perpetrator. The accumulation of his work was always focused on the ...

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Simply Ichitantei, Zen Buddhism practices changed my life: Story of the unsui, Ashida Hōkan by Hōkan(峰寛) Ashida(芦田) 5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

I decided, "The life of constantly wanting to do this or that is over. From now on, to return this debt of gratitude, I will live for something other than myself, for my father, for my mother, for my family and friends, for those connected to me by fate in this temple, for those I have had connections with in the past or that I will connect with in the future." Despite the pain, cold, sleepiness and sadness, even as I cried and my nose ran, I kept meditating, focusing on the breath of life, turning into the breath itself, becoming ...

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Meditations by Emperor of Rome Marcus Aurelius: Modern English Translation 2023 by Marcus Aurelius 4.5 Stars (10,414 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Free Audibles: https://www.youtube.com/@AncientWisdom888 Meditation by Emperor of Rome Marcus Aurelius Modern English Translation 2023 Description: Step into the profound wisdom of the ancient Roman Empire with "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius. This timeless masterpiece is a glimpse into the inner thoughts of one of history's most remarkable figures -- a philosopher-emperor who navigated the complexities of life, leadership, and self-discovery. In "Meditation," Marcus Aurelius shares his personal reflections, a treasure trove of ...

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Left-Side Lie: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse and Federal Fraud Discovery by Dee Ashby 4.9 Stars (56 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

What if Prince Charming was a predator? Debut author Dee Ashby and her former husband Ty said their "I dos" on a sunny, Texas Hill Country afternoon in April 2015. Dee was head-over-heels in love with her tall, handsome, athletic G.I. Joe and could not wait to spend the rest of her life with this perfect-in-every-way man. Less than six months into their fairytale marriage, Ty developed some debilitating medical conditions, the result of injuries sustained during combat missions abroad. The most devastating complication was full ...

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Meet the Greek Pioneers: The Story of Hellas by Hellenic Moon Productions 4.7 Stars (6 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

The history of great people is like a mirror I look at to shape and guide my life by the virtues which are reflected in it - Plutarch Inspired by the works of Herodotus, Thucydides and Plutarch, Meet the Greek Pioneers breaks down Greek history into an easy to read structure that highlights the key events of over 3,200 years. Take a trip in time and go back to where Western civilization began, and meet the people that made it all happen. Mixing movie, book and even game recommendations for people interested to learn more about ...

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"Stagecoach" Mary Fields: Montana's Legendary Pioneer (Wild West History) by Julie McDonald 4.3 Stars (13 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

This is a very short story, reading time under 15 minutes, but one of my favorites! It is the wonderful story of "Stagecoach" Mary Fields, 1832-1914. Little is known of her during her 30 plus years as a slave in Tennessee, or her life shortly thereafter. Her arrival and subsequent life in Cascade, Montana would make her a legend. Enjoy this great, inspiring and very humorous story of one amazing woman!

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Incredible Spy Stories of WWII: 9 Women who helped Win the War - Book 3 (Women Spies) by Nel Mead 4.8 Stars (9 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

Incredible War Stories of WWII brings you the astonishing tales of nine heroic women, told like never before! This action-packed book collects gripping accounts female spies' sacrifices and acts of bravery, along with some of their secrets! Are you familiar with Sonya Butt, the young Special Operations Executive agent, and the obstacles she had to overcome? Have you heard the story of Odette Sansom's bravery? Discover the impact of these two secret agents and other WWII unsung heroines in this book that will surely captivate history ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 136 Pages (3,557 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Jun 1st, 2024

Safari Ants, Baggy Pants And Elephants: A Kenyan Odyssey by Susie Kelly (Blackbird Digital Books) 4.3 Stars (684 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

*****'The best safari experience you are likely to get without going on safari!' FRENCH VILLAGE DIARIES ***** 'What a fantastic read. I have read all of Susie Kelly's books, some of them 3 times.' GOODREADS '***** 'No bras and makeup! I adore reading Susie's books, so full of humor and everyday hiccups!' US AMAZON ***** 'She has a wonderful gift & is right up there with the likes of Chris (Driving Over Lemons) Stewart. A fantastic read!' UK AMAZON The long-awaited sequel to Susie Kelly's US & UK Amazon #1 ranking memoir I Wish I ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 262 Pages (1,607 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 31st, 2024

Fight Fire With Fire - True Story by Rene Costa 4.3 Stars (35 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Fleeing Cypriot civil aged 4 years old, Rene Costa has already witnessed horrific death scenes. Neighbours pinned to walls and shot down in cold blood still embeds in his psyche even now. Watching his 6-year-old brother hanging for stealing 10 pence and dealing with his father's drunkenness became a battle as the family watched their mothers beatings. Moving to a strange country and the difficulties this entailed added to challenges Rene faced. Rene learnt to stand up for himself, cheated death on several occasions and lost a friend ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 230 Pages (17,011 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 31st, 2024

Madonna's New Age End Time Satanism: A Revelation by Stacey Dames 3.7 Stars (25 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

For the past thirty years, Madonna Louise Veronica Ciccone has captured the hearts and minds of millions of fans. Despite critics declaring her career over, she triumphantly claimed the world stage at the 2012 Super Bowl halftime show. Her presence set a world record with an astonishing one-hundred and fourteen million viewers. However, the real show took place minutes later as online social media-sites were inundated with feedback. Twitter reported Madonna as the most tweeted subject, with over ten-thousand posts per second! ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 69 Pages (991 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 31st, 2024

True Crime Trivia: 350 Fascinating Questions & Answers to Test Your Knowledge of Serial Killers, Mysteries, Cold Cases, Heists & More by Michelle Tooker (Beguile Media) 4.5 Stars (183 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Are you the ultimate true crime fan? How much do you know about your favorite cases? Play true crime trivia to find out: ?Did a serial killer roam the Titanic? ?Which food is the most shoplifted? ?How many killers get away with murder each year? ?Did a fax machine identify the Black Dahlia? Discover the answers to 350 eye-opening questions like these in True Crime Trivia. Each question is multiple choice or true/false so you can play trivia against yourself or your friends. Correct answers include surprising stories and shocking ...

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I've Never Been to France: She/Her by Sara George 5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Lauren's life story is a raw and gripping journey through the darker side of human experience. With the false freedom of quick cash and the harsh reality of hitting rock bottom, Lauren's quest for independence and survival is both intense and inspiring. When adversity strikes, she reaches out for help but encounters predators at every turn, each encounter shaping her understanding of herself and the world. Reflecting on her troubled childhood in a small town, Lauren's narrative captures the delicate balance between innocence and ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 167 Pages (369 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 31st, 2024

Bowling Through India: Five Backyard Cricketers Chase Glory (Wrong Way Books Book 1) by Justin Brown 4.3 Stars (54 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Bowling Through India is the exhilarating true story of Justin Brown's journey through the heart of India. From the bustling streets of Kolkata to tea shops in Darjeeling, Brown takes readers on a wild ride as he and 'The Black Craps' navigate the challenges and triumphs of competing in slums, cemeteries and exotic locations - mostly against ten year old kids! Joining Justin in the van is a high-country farmer, a savvy businessman, a world class photographer with bowel issues, and a shoestring traveller named Blanket Boy. Together ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 155 Pages (5,102 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 31st, 2024

Nelson's Women (Tom Pocock's History of Nelson) by Tom Pocock 4.4 Stars (10 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

The fame of Horatio Nelson as Britain's greatest naval hero has always been haunted by the notoriety of his relations with women. His love affair with Lady Hamilton and the subsequent abandonment of his wife have tainted with scandal his achievement in giving his country global supremacy for a century. Yet these two women - Emma and Fanny - were only the most prominent of a gallery of women - family, friends and lovers - who were instrumental in shaping Nelson's life and character. This is a story of human relationships: men ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 305 Pages (2,445 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 31st, 2024

Finally Worthy: Subconscious Money Healing from the Inside Out by Heather Doran 5.0 Stars (4 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Finally Worthy: A Journey to Financial Empowerment and Self-Discovery In a world increasingly focused on self-worth and value, Finally Worthy emerges as a refreshing narrative about defining your own worth. Authored by Heather Doran, this book is more than a memoir; it is a deep dive into the interplay between financial empowerment, self-esteem, and the core beliefs that shape our sense of worthiness. Finally Worthy is Heather Doran's open-hearted journey through the challenges, epiphanies, and victories that have led her to an ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 101 Pages (2,536 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 31st, 2024

Revenge, Honor, Respect by Travaras Reed 5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

They history of six basketball players that overcame adversity in the quest for recognition. Taking an unknown private school program to heights that exceeded the communites expectations and inspired others to persevere.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 115 Pages (19,126 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 31st, 2024

The Addict's Widow by Claudia Marra 4.3 Stars (63 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

Witnessing the addiction of a family member or loved one is a heart-breaking experience. This candid, raw, and unforgettable memoir is a true-life story of how a loving wife tried to save her husband from an opioid addiction. Unlike some popular memoirs, this story alternates between the human and evil sides of living with an addict. She discovered that not only was her husband's drug addiction spiraling out of control, but that his doctor was at the root of it all. The Addict's Widow gives voice to the emotions and pain shared by ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 107 Pages (929 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 30th, 2024

Aces' Twilight: The War in the Air 1918 by Robert Jackson 4.2 Stars (285 Reviews)    Price verified 14 minutes ago

The dawn of a new age of warfare and the men who made history... Spring 1918: in the skies above the Western Front a new science was taking shape in action. Unheard of only months before, aerial warfare was rapidly coming of age, bringing a new breed of heroes who would transform the face of battle for ever. Time was running out for the old rulers of the air - the Richthofens, Mannocks and McCuddens who had terrorised the skies unchallenged, secure in their individual genius and daring. New tactics, designs and men were taking ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 188 Pages (1,150 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 30th, 2024

Marisella: A Cinderella Tale by Marisa DiRuggiero (Day Lights Publishing House Inc) 4.5 Stars (8 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

In "Marisella: A Cinderella Tale," readers embark on a poignant journey into the true life story of a young girl, born to Italian immigrants, facing the challenges of a world that often feels foreign and unkind. Marisella's story is a testament to the enduring human spirit, reminding us that in the face of adversity, we are never truly alone. From the moment she was born, Marisella grapples with the realities of her parents' demanding work schedules and her father's battle with mental illness. As a three-year-old toddler, her world ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 303 Pages (840 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 30th, 2024

LAS VEGAS: MOB CITY by Ignacio Esteban 3.8 Stars (5 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Las Vegas has many names such as Sin City, the City of Lights and Mob City just to name a few. There is no city like Las Vegas with world class casinos, hotels, shows, sports and sightseeing is second to none. Vegas does have a dark side with a history tied to organized crime that includes some of the most infamous mobsters in U.S. history like Bugsy Seigel, Myer Lansky, Johnny Roselli, Gus Greenbaum, Lefty Rosenthal and Tony Spilotro just to name a few. The saying goes, Built it and they will come and Las Vegas is a perfect example ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 18 Pages (2,643 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 30th, 2024

Diana: The Rebel Princess by Gem Hahn 5.0 Stars (1 Review)    Price verified 13 hours ago

"Diana: The Rebel Princess" is a captivating biography that explores the remarkable life and legacy of Princess Diana. From her childhood and early years to her impact on the world of fashion and style, as well as her humanitarian work and advocacy for social justice, this book is an inspiring journey through the life of a woman who challenged tradition and pushed for change. This short book is perfect for young women who are looking for a role model and source of inspiration. Diana's independent spirit and unique sense of style ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 60 Pages (754 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 30th, 2024

Confessions of a Hot Mess Lady Pastor: I Don't Have it All Together by Amy DeWitt 4.9 Stars (20 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

I'm not famous. I haven't spoken at massive rallies or inspired large crowds... to do anything. I'm just an average lady without any major accomplishments to my name. I have never really been much of anything, or anybody. I guess that's why I should write a book. Maybe I'm more relatable as a nobody! Can't you relate more to the run-of-the-mill, average, hot mess friend than the one with spotless, white carpet and shining stainless steel appliances without one fingerprint on them? Most Christian books I've read, especially those ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 102 Pages (13,599 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 29th, 2024

The Boston Strangler & BTK Killer: The Shocking True Crime Cases Of The Boston Strangler and BTK Killer (True Crime, Narcos, and Gangsters) by Patrick Auerbach 3.7 Stars (16 Reviews)    Price verified 13 hours ago

"The Boston Strangler & BTK Killer: The Shocking True Crime Cases Of The Boston Strangler and BTK Killer" is a spine-chilling true crime book that delves into the twisted minds of two of America's most notorious serial killers. In the 1960s, Boston was terrorized by a string of gruesome murders committed by the enigmatic "Boston Strangler." This killer's identity remained a mystery for years, until one man's confession shattered the city's sense of security. But was he really the Boston Strangler, or was the truth more ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 87 Pages (1,607 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 29th, 2024

The Black Dahlia Jean Spangler & The Axeman Of New Orleans: The Unsolved Murders Of The Black Dahlia And Jean Spangler & The Axeman Of New Orleans ... by Patrick Auerbach 3.9 Stars (19 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

The Black Dahlia, Jean Spangler & Axeman of New Orleans: The Unsolved Murders delves into the chilling true stories of three infamous murder cases that have haunted the American public for decades. In this gripping true crime book, the author meticulously explores the gruesome murders of the Black Dahlia, Jean Spangler, and the Axeman of New Orleans, weaving together a tale of mystery, suspense, and the dark underbelly of human nature. The book first examines the tragic case of the Black Dahlia, a nickname given to Elizabeth Short, ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 81 Pages (1,154 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 29th, 2024

John Lennon: A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Musicians) by Hourly History 4.0 Stars (459 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Discover the remarkable life of John Lennon... Free BONUS Inside! John Lennon is often known as the rebellious, troubled Beatle as if his disposition was just a bit gloomier than the rest. Lennon did indeed have his struggles in life. He was raised by an austere and controlling aunt and barely knew his own mother and father. As a result, he grew up with a serious need for love, affection, and attention. It was this desire for recognition that would drive Lennon to reach for the stars. Come along as we explore the life and legend of ...

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From Dreams To Despair: Essays from an American 2016-2023 by William Lobb 5.0 Stars (1 Review)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

A collection of blogs and posts from 2016 to present. A lot or readers have requested a compilation, this is the result.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 581 Pages (1,594 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 23rd, 2024

Just My Luck: A Humorous Account of Life's Absurdities by Kyle Woodruff 5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Being a human has many painful and embarrassing moments, many of which are funny with the right twist of perspective. Just My Luck nimbly walks the tightrope of comedy and political correctness with a collection of essays that turns frowns right side up again. Observational humor and self-deprecation are the foundation of these stories, relatable at every turn. If you've ever had a childhood, taken a dump, or been to the DMV then this book is for you. Just be prepared to never look at getting your blood drawn the same way again.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 212 Pages (3,020 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 19th, 2024

Ganges Boy by Ken Smith 3.7 Stars (398 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Age 15 years, 3 months and 3 days. Height 5'-1". Weight 7st-2lb, this is an account of my first month in Royal Navy, starting January 1963. HMS Ganges was tough, but I loved it. 1963 was the worst winter ever, the 'mother' of all winters. I was in Exmouth 213 class. The food, the food, the food. I loved the food. FREE DOWNLOAD

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 15 Pages (89 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 9th, 2024

The Victorious Blood: Will Show You What Happened In Karbala Thirteen Hundred Years Before. by Hussin Alkheder 4.1 Stars (45 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

The Victorious Blood portrays a bloody epic which is over thirteen hundred years old. It took place in Karbala, a small town on the bank of the Euphrates river in Iraq. It was between the grandson of the prophet of Islam, al-Hussain bin Ali, who commanded an army that did not exceed a hundred warriors. And Yazid bin Mu'awiyah, the son of the founder of the Umayyad state. His army consisted of thirty thousand soldiers under the command of Omar bin Saad. In The Victorious Blood, you will be taken into the heat of the battle itself and ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 420 Pages (8,968 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 5th, 2024

Seven Pillars of Wisdom by T. E. Lawrence (Open Road Media) 4.3 Stars (2,242 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The classic account of war and adventure in the Middle East that transformed T. E. Lawrence into Lawrence of Arabia Originally intended as a study of the great cities of the Middle East, Seven Pillars of Wisdom is T. E. Lawrence's masterful account of the Arab Revolt of 1916-18. As a liaison officer for the British Forces in North Africa, Lawrence advised local tribesmen in their rebellion against the Ottoman Turks. He fought alongside future king Emir Faisal and played a crucial role in convincing rival Arab leaders to coordinate ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 492 Pages (2,829 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 1st, 2024

The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes by Vincent Starrett (MysteriousPress.com/Open Road) 4.2 Stars (163 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

An indispensable biography of the world's most famous detective from Mystery Writers of America Grand Master Vincent Starrett In a boarding house at 221B Baker Street, a genius is at work. With the help of his tireless companion, Dr. Watson, the peerless Sherlock Holmes solves one impossible mystery after the next. Many of his adventures, such as "The Hound of the Baskervilles" and "The Red-Headed League," are world famous, while others, including "The Adventure of the Tired Captain" and "The Singular Affair of the Aluminum ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 183 Pages (1,689 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 1st, 2024

Trial of Dr. Pritchard by R. E. Pritchard 3.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

A detailed account of the sensational murder trial that shocked Victorian Scotland and ended in Glasgow's last public hanging. In July of 1865, Dr. Edward William Pritchard was put on trial for the murder of his wife and mother-in-law. He slowly poisoned his wife, Mary Jane, while pretending to treat her for a mysterious illness. When her mother came to help care for her, Pritchard poisoned her, as well. He then falsified both women's death certificates. Over the course of the trial, dramatic testimonies exposed Pritchard's ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 499 Pages (6,624 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: May 1st, 2024

Life on the Mississippi by Mark Twain 4.1 Stars (2,590 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

A stirring tribute to America's mightiest river by one of its greatest authors Before Samuel Clemens became Mark Twain, world-famous satirist and the acclaimed creator of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn, he trained to be a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River. In this captivating memoir and travelogue, Twain recounts his apprenticeship under legendary captain Horace Bixby, an exacting mentor who teaches his charge how to navigate the ever-changing waterway. The colorful details of life on the river -- from the reversals of ...

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A Book of Remarkable Criminals by H. B. Irving 3.8 Stars (624 Reviews)    Price verified 31 minutes ago

This classic study profiles serial killers, gentleman murderers, and every stripe of madman in between Benjamin Pitezel should never have trusted H. H. Holmes. In 1894, the two men conspired to fake Pitezel's death for the sake of a $10,000 insurance settlement. But Holmes decided murder would be simpler. He killed his partner, kidnapped three of his children, and tried to claim the insurance money as his own. The scheme unraveled and Holmes killed the children as well. When he was caught, the police had no idea they had captured ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 378 Pages (3,859 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Apr 30th, 2024

Rangle Sajjan by Randhir Singh (Bhai Sahib Randhir Singh Trust UK) 4.9 Stars (47 Reviews)    Price verified 22 minutes ago

BHAI SAHIB RANDHIR SINGH (1878-1961) was an outstanding freedom-fighter and a great saint and theologian who has made a lasting contribution to the religious and cultural revival in Punjab, and was one of the first few Punjabi revolutionaries who staked their life and career to bring about political awakening and win freedom for their country. Son of a High Court Judge and educated in Govt. College and Mission College, Lahore, Bhai Randhir Singh ushered a moral and spiritual revival which set into motion what later on came to be ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 172 Pages (1,674 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Apr 23rd, 2024

Soaring Higher: One Man’s True Story of the Faithfulness of God in a Life of Travel and Adventure around the World by Philip Eyster (Aneko Press) 4.6 Stars (315 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Dr. Philip Eyster has been in Christian ministry since 1976. He made his first international trip in 1981, and since then, has ministered in over 40 countries around the world. In addition to bringing humanitarian aid and disaster relief to many places around the globe, he has brought the gospel to jungle villages, desert tribes, schools, factories, hospitals, AIDS clinics, leper colonies, open-air markets, and countless transportation hubs. All this has resulted in some alarming, hilarious, dangerous, and sensitive cross-cultural ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 173 Pages (15,810 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Apr 20th, 2024

Story: ...and how to write one by Adam J Pestridge (Portrait Films Publishing) 4.0 Stars (111 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Writing a book or creating a good story is a skill. Learn the secrets here in this quick read that shows you the secrets of how authors compose their books. Learn the 10 stages of writing a book and what the seven basic plots are. At the end of the book is a special invitation to show you how to launch your own book successfully and become a writer for a successful fantasy series.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 33 Pages (839 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Apr 18th, 2024

Archivist on a Bicycle: Jiří Fiedler by Ruth Ellen Gruber (Plunkett Lake Press) 4.2 Stars (27 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Archivist on a Bicycle is a tribute to Ji?í Fiedler, a Czech Protestant, who for most of his life documented extinct Bohemian and Moravian Jewish communities at great danger to himself. His day job was as a children's book editor; his passion was mapping and archiving the sites of Jewish life in the Czech lands. From the 1970s through 2014, he was an invaluable source for scholars, genealogists, museum curators -- anyone in the world interested in Czech Jews. Ji?í rarely talked about what he called his "strange hobby," but viewed ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 151 Pages (3,938 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Apr 17th, 2024

Grandfather Lost by Vella Munn 5.0 Stars (1 Review)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Violent death mystery lasts for one hundred years In 1924, Homer Eon Flint, a thirty six year old multi-published writer and married father of three young children was found dead at the bottom of a canyon. According to a witness and the police, he was pinned under a taxi with a loaded pistol nearby. The media sensationalized his violent end. Some sources suggested he'd participated in an earlier bank robbery. Several friends even considered that he'd committed suicide because of his interest in the occult. The taxi driver--who died ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 140 Pages (472 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Apr 14th, 2024

Searching for Dr. Harris: The Life and Times of a Remarkable African American Physician (Studies in Social Medicine) by Margaret Humphreys (The University of North Carolina Press) Price verified 12 hours ago

This is the untold story of Dr. J. D. Harris, an African American physician whose life and career straddled enormous changes for Black professionals and the practice of medicine. Born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Harris served as a contract physician to the Union Army and transitioned to a similar post under the Freedmen's Bureau, treating Black troops and freemen in Virginia. Margaret Humphreys narrates not only what we know about Harris, but offers context to his remarkable journey, including how incredible it was that a young ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Apr 13th, 2024

Top Models by Samuel Claesson (Sequoia Press) 5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

There were a lot of talents in Hollywood in the 1950s, some of whom -despite being talented- faded into obscurity after a brief fling at stardom. I thought that it'd be great to pay tribute to seven whom appeared in films like Guys and Dolls (1955) while modeling for some prominent brands. June Kirby (1928-2022), Larri Thomas (1932-2013), and Pat Sheehan (1931-2006) are the blondes, and Suzanne Ames (1933-2013), Suzanne Alexander (1931-1975), Madelyn Darrow (1935-2015), and Jann Darlyn are the brunettes. They could act, sing, dance, ...

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One Lousy Pirate: Travels in the Caribbean by Doug Walsh (Snoke Valley Books) 3.6 Stars (107 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Sailing away from it all isn't always what it's cracked up to be. One Lousy Pirate is a toe dipped in the waters of a runaway Caribbean fantasy. Journey alongside the author as he explores the islands of Barbados, St. Vincent, and the Tobago Cays in search of his nonexistent sea legs. This humorous travel memoir takes readers across the azure waters of the southern Caribbean, from a soup kitchen to a four-star restaurant and the summit of a volcano to the pits of seasickened despair. One Lousy Pirate is a funny, vivid quest to ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 110 Pages (665 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Apr 9th, 2024

sun square moon: writings on yoga and writing by Inez Baranay 4.2 Stars (8 Reviews)    Price verified 14 hours ago

Writings on yoga practice and writing practice, how yoga and writing reflect, support or conflict with each other, by a widely published author and a long-time yoga practitioner. Practice, discipline, dreams, the body, tradition and life are some of its themes. First published in India and with a review by N Sjoman, author of The Yoga Tradition of the Mysore Palace.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 110 Pages (222 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Mar 29th, 2024

Unbuttoning America: A Biography of "Peyton Place" by Ardis Cameron (Cornell University Press) 3.6 Stars (15 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Published in 1956, Peyton Place became a bestseller and a literary phenomenon. A lurid and gripping story of murder, incest, female desire, and social injustice, it was consumed as avidly by readers as it was condemned by critics and the clergy. Its author, Grace Metalious, a housewife who grew up in poverty in a New Hampshire mill town and had aspired to be a writer from childhood, loosely based the novel's setting, characters, and incidents on real-life places, people, and events. The novel sold more than 30 million copies in ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 298 Pages (2,489 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Mar 20th, 2024

The Girl With No Mouth by Edith Broadwater 4.2 Stars (3 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

The ups and downs of mental illness fully submerge and threaten to drown any who stand too close. Written during months of periodic psychosis, the full power of any and all emotion are felt overwhelmingly and seemingly permanent: despair and emptiness before an attempted prescription overdose, fear and hysteria from a powerful hallucination, the crazy that people hide behind saying that they're just sad when really -- they're being constricted by an invisible, impending doom that freezes their heart, squeezes their eyeballs, and ...

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Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 02 Little Journeys To the Homes of Famous Women by Elbert Hubbard 3.4 Stars (6 Reviews)    Price verified 11 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 200 Pages (293 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Mar 2nd, 2024

Changing the Cycle: My Life by Dale Thornton 5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 minutes ago

Many traumatizing events from my childhood. How they affected me and what I learned from them.

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 28 Pages (1,038 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Feb 27th, 2024

Richard Owen: Scotland 1810, Indiana 1890 (The Founders Series) by Victor Lincoln Albjerg (Purdue University Press) Price verified 13 hours ago

Richard Dale Owen was born in 1810 in Scotland to a wealthy textile manufacturer and philanthropist. The youngest of eight children, Richard grew up at the family estate of Braxfield House, where he received his early education from private tutors. He would later go on to study chemistry, physics, and natural sciences, among other subjects, traveling between Scotland and Switzerland for his schooling. Owen arrived in the United States in 1828 to teach in New Haven, Indiana, where his father was running an experimental utopian ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 122 Pages (1,335 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Feb 26th, 2024

The Hovde Years: A Biography of Frederick L. Hovde (The Founders Series) by Robert W. Topping (Purdue University Press) Price verified 13 hours ago

This biography details Hovde's life and times from his birth at Erie, Pennsylvania, through his boyhood at Devils Lake, North Dakota, and includes his student days at the University of Minnesota and in England and Europe as a Rhodes scholar. In addition, it outlines his career from the time he returned to the United States from England in 1932, as well as when he went back again in 1941 as the United States secretary for American-British scientific research and development exchange efforts. Principally, it covers his twenty-five ...

Genre: Biographies & Memoirs [x] / Length: 620 Pages (3,540 KB) / Lending: Not Enabled / Added: Feb 25th, 2024