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Joanna and Janet are identical twins; they are six years old. They both have long hair, tall and light skin. Everyone loves them because they are beautiful. Their father was a pilot and their mother a nurse. Joanna wanted to become a pilot, just like her father.

It is true that some people are very damaged. It is not true that they are all unsalvageable. The Lifer and the Lawyer raises questions about childhood trauma, religion, race, the purpose of punishment, and a criminal justice system that requires harmless old men to die in prison.

There lived a Chinese man in Mexico; he had a farm and lived in a hut. His name is Chico, he was known by everyone in the community because of his hut. He lived alone with his little dog. Chico had relocated to Mexico when he lost his parent.

The tale of Samba. There is something great inside everyone that the world needs to see. Time and season change, and bring different opportunities our way. While this is true, it is important to know ourselves and prepare before opportunities come our way for two reasons. Firstly, we can recognize the opportunities, and secondly, we can grab them and not lose them.

Peculiar Monstrosities is packed with 14 exquisitely crafted stories from new and established authors of Bizarro fiction.

Some years back, in the city called white land, there lived some set of people with the same belief and culture, everything things was working well for them, farming was their occupation, and blessed them with good land, their ruler also encouraged them to love each other and make peace with everyone.

Tha Slime Boyz is a short story to teach kids to have high self esteem, teach kids to love themselves, and to make kids feel like they are somebody.

The small village of Ravenswood had always been known for its eerie atmosphere and dark legends. But for the residents, it was just home. They had heard the stories of the curse that hung over the village, passed down from generation to generation, but they paid it little heed. Until one fateful night, when the curse reared its ugly head once more.

The small town of Willow Creek buzzed with excitement as Halloween approached. For twelve-year-old Ben and his best friends, Mia and Jake, this year promised to be unforgettable. Every house on Maple Street was decked out in spooky decorations, from grinning jack-o'-lanterns to skeletons dangling from trees. But one house stood out: the old Crawford mansion.

Every year, the Mitchell family had the same tradition—spending Christmas in the snowy mountains of Aspen, Colorado. This year was no different. As snowflakes danced gently down from the gray sky, the Mitchell family, all bundled up in their winter coats, walked into their favorite cozy ski lodge. The smell of hot chocolate and fresh pine greeted them as they entered, the warmth of the fire and the hustle of the holiday season making them feel at home.

Clarke is a young girl of 8 years old that loves reading, and playing with her doll. These two things are the only things that excite her and others things do not excite her. She has an older brother called Jason by name. Jason loves playing soccer and also loves going out. Their parents had always find it difficult to satisfy the both children because of their huge differences.

"The rise in UFO sightings is due to the increase in alien activity on Earth. The aliens are abducting people in larger numbers and it isn’t going to stop anytime soon," says an abductee who claims to be regularly visited by aliens from another solar system. What’s happening here? Mainstream scientists reject the phenomenon without a second thought. However, there is little doubt that many credible and stable people who report alien abductions are sincere. Dr. John Edward Mack investigated over 800 claimed abductees and spent countless hours with these individuals....

SonicMovies are premium audios with strong vocal performances enhanced by music and sound effects to such an extent they sound like movies. Included here are 13 classic horror tales.

A HOLIDAY STORY We’d put out a nice book: Alternative Holidays. It had a fancy cover. The stories a perfect fit. So I was sitting there. Basking in success. And a story skitters across the floor. And then another, and another... And then, a slight sobbing sound. Then there came a most tremulous voice. “We want a book cover too.” I reached down and picked up one of the stories. It settled in and started to purr. Then I picked up another, and another. They were so good. It was like the Island of Misfit Toys. Perfectly good stories that just had trouble fitting in. So I gave them a cover...

Ten-year-old Sophie sat on the couch, staring out the frosted living room window. Snowflakes swirled in the chilly December air, blanketing the town in white. It was Christmas Eve, and the streets were alive with twinkling lights and cheerful carolers. But Sophie wasn’t feeling the holiday spirit.

Michael Anderson was a seven-year-old boy who had the most fun YouTube channel ever! Kids loved his channel, The Michael Anderson Show, worldwide. On Christmas Eve, Michael was excited because he had just wrapped up his last video of the year, showing his viewers the decorated Christmas tree. Now it was time for a family Christmas celebration. The Anderson house was buzzing with festive energy—Mom was baking cookies, Dad was setting up the tree lights, and Michael’s little sister, Lucy, was busy decorating.

COVID and the resulting pandemic has brought about more change than anyone could have predicted. Managers and executives at all levels had to deal with these unprecedented challenges with no help, assistance, or support...until now. Join best-selling author R. Michael Anderson as he provides the 12 principles for reshaping how to lead in this "Next Normal" and beyond. Make sure you have the latest knowledge in this brand new audiobook that will give you the added tools and skills to be the leader your team needs during these challenging times.

The morning sun painted the sky in hues of orange and gold as Ella rushed through her small kitchen. Her three kids were playing noisily in the living room, and the faint sound of football on TV meant Grandpa Joe had already claimed his spot on the couch. Thanksgiving was supposed to be a time for peace and reflection, but this year felt like anything but. Ella sighed, surveying the half-prepared turkey and the empty pantry shelves. It had been a tough year, with rising bills and her job cut to part-time. She couldn’t afford a big feast, but she was determined to make the best of it.

The winter wind nipped at the edges of Sarah’s scarf as she hurried down the sidewalk, balancing a tray of cupcakes. It was Valentine’s Day, but instead of planning a romantic evening, she was headed to the local community center. After her recent breakup, Sarah had no interest in love or roses. “Valentine’s Day is overrated anyway,” she muttered under her breath. Yet, when the center posted a call for volunteers to help with their annual Valentine’s Day party for seniors, Sarah decided it was the perfect distraction.

The small town of Maplewood buzzed with excitement as Halloween night approached. The streets were lined with glowing jack-o’-lanterns, fake cobwebs, and flickering lights. At the end of Birch Lane stood an old mansion, abandoned for years, rumored to be haunted. Sam and his best friends, Mia and Oliver, had always loved Halloween. They spent weeks planning their costumes and dreaming up tricks and treats. But this year, things felt different.