Buckley Michael
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Shangri-La is one of the most evocative myths of our time -so powerful that it has entered the dictionary as a synonym for paradise.As myths go, it is a young one: Shangri-La made its debut with the 1933 publication of British author James Hilton's novel, Lost Horizon. No sooner was Shangri-La created by Hilton than a host of places staked claims to being the real location that inspired the book.
This guide to the mythical site of Shangri-La is...
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Tibetans have experienced waves of genocide since the 1950s. Now they are facing ecocide. The Himalayan snowcaps are in meltdown mode, due to climate change-accelerated by a rain of black soot from massive burning of coal and other fuels in both China and India. The mighty rivers of Tibet are being dammed by Chinese engineering consortiums to feed the mainland's thirst for power, and the land is being relentlessly mined in search of minerals to feed...
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Sisters Grimm volume 9
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English
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Fans of fractured fairy tales will be delighted to discover the fantasy, mystery, adventure, and humor in the Sisters Grimm series by Michael Buckley, now with new cover art. As featured on NBC's The Today Show, the nine wildly popular books are favorites around the world. They were among the first books to bring a distinctly girl-power spin to fairy tales-a spin taken up by hit TV shows such as Grimm and Once Upon a Time, the bestselling book series...
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Finniverse volume 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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After sixty years of trying to stop Paradox and set the universe right again, Finn time-travels to get help from his nine-year-old self.
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Finniverse volume 1
Pub. Date
[2020]
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English
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"When Earth is threatened by an invading race of bugs called the Plague, 11-year-old Finn, his arch-nemesis, Lincoln, his crush, Julep, and one pink unicorn lunchbox become Earth's last best hope against destruction"--
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NERDS volume 1
Pub. Date
[2010]
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Español
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While running a spy network from their elementary school, five unpopular misfits combine their enhanced abilities and use cutting-edge gadgetry to fight evil around the world.
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PrologueMan, versus wolf, they are both hungry and both trying to survive, Carl Evans the antagonist. A large bully and self-appointed lawman for the townspeople. Larger than a normal pack of ten gray wolves. The pack leader a pure white large male called Nitis meaning "friend" in the Native American language. Steven Carson raised Nitis, he found him stumbling around near the wolves' den. Hunters slaughtered the parents and siblings. Steven found...
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The conclusion to the series tests Rockets ability and loyalty. The Oasis threatened, when Ben and Diane are taken from their cabin. Rocket is shot and Bobby is nowhere to be seen. Chris with his security team is not enough. The magical touch of Bobby is no longer there to help.
30) Pandemic and US
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The story is not on the medical or a cure for the virus.
Coronavirus-COVID-19 has infected 375,000 plus at the start of this story.
The human side of a Pandemic virus and a fictitious story on what might happen if the virus is left unchecked and continues to spread.
The type of virus is not in question. The human reaction to restrictions and shortages to include unemployment caused by a Pandemic outbreak is. Regardless of what caused it or what...
31) Saving Emily
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Left in an old abandon shack as punishment, whipped and beaten. Two dogs find Emily accidentally and Darrel removes her from a life of torture.
The abductor is still out there, he wants her back. Darrel's decisions will determine her fate.
32) It's Time Billy
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Billy and Travis loaded up their Honda 750 and left their run down trailers to the landlord for back rent due. It's no longer feasible to stay in Georgia, neither one has worked for over a year. They were starving, and could not last much longer. It was time for change. They landed a small Carpenter job to give them enough money to start their journey. Along the way in search of work, they meet like minded people in dire need such as themselves. The...
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Book set includes book one through three, complete story.
The story starts in Kabul, Afghanistan were the Afghan president asked the USA for assistant in stopping the Taliban who has terrorized the city, from throwing acid on women's faces, to poisoning the women trying to get an education. Tools of the Taliban include public flogging, murder and suicide bombers. The women are afraid to get an education. SSGT Jones will lead a special trained force...
34) Cave in Book Set
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The complete Book Set for the cave in series. Book 1: During a fire Inspection a cave in almost takes the life of Ben. "The forces of Good and Evil" are battling each other, Ben finds love and the two struggle to stay alive to enjoy it. If you love dogs, this series has a hero by the name of Rocket. Book 2: "BEN & DIANE'S OASIS" Opens to help troubled people, the last stop before they end up in prison or institutionalized. They get married and run...
35) Cave In
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"BEN & DIANE'S OASIS" Opens to help troubled people, the last stop before they end up in prison or institutionalized. They get married and run the Oasis, The devil helps create murder and mayhem. If they are to survive, they will need help from up above. Through it all they learn to love each other and find a way to turn evil into a peaceful place for all.Rocket a Belgian Malinos, bonds strongly with Ben, and you will find out, he is a dog like no...
36) In 3 Hours
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A serial killer named the IN 3 HOURS killer has caused the world to panic. The killer grew up spending most of their life caged up like an animal, tortured and abused until they snapped. Creating the IN 3 HOURS killer.
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Both books included. BILLY, IT'S TIME and BILLY, IT'S TIME (SEQUEL)BILLY, IT'S TIMEBilly and Travis loaded up their Honda 750 and left their run down trailers to the landlord for back rent due. It's no longer feasible to stay in Georgia, neither one has worked for over a year. They were starving, and could not last much longer. It was time for change. They landed a small Carpenter job to give them enough money to start their journey. Along the way...
38) A Cry to Santa
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A story for all ages. Rated-everyone.
Christmas day 2012 is the birthday of eight year old Nadia. She is in a car accident going to her grandparents' house. She has lost the ability to speak and hear. Her family never gives up hope. The beginning is sad but the ending is beautiful.
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Throughout the Gospels, Jesus asks a lot of questions-questions that challenge and unsettle. Questions that cut to the heart of human experience. Questions that-like a plow plunging deep into hard soil-split life open.
In this book distinguished theologian Michael Buckley meditates on fourteen key personal questions that Jesus asks in the Gospel of John-such questions as "What do you seek?" "Do you know what I have done to you?" "How can you believe?"...
40) Raging sea
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Undertow trilogy volume 2
Pub. Date
[2015]
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English
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"Lyric Walker was there when the Alpha arrived. Like many, she wondered if they were invaders, never suspecting that they were on the run from a greater terror. When the real threat arrived, it came with a tidal wave that destroyed Coney Island. Everything and everyone Lyric ever cared for, including the Alpha prince Fathom, was either killed or lost forever. It changed the world. Now the military fights a war it cannot win against an enemy that will...