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Nero Wolfe and Archie are paid $1000 to witness the execution of a will. A simple case soon involves a corpse and twin brothers.

Fifteen-year-old Maleek Warden's high school life was normal...at least before three strange things changed his world forever. Strange thing #1: Finding a dying angelic being impaled to a tree. Strange thing #2: Said angelic being delivering to him a message from another realm. Strange thing #3: Discovering the reality of gifted human warriors, invisible divine beings, and a chaotic war hidden in plain sight.

When Archie answered the phone, it was a Mr. Jenkins stating that he was due there an hour ago but was late because someone was killed. Mr. Jenkins turned out to be just the delivery man with an important note containing five $100 bills and an invitation to spend the weekend at Mr. Mailots. However, upon arriving at the Mailots, Archie was to learn that the invitation had not come from Mr. Mailot.

Don’t stand between a woman and her dragon. Dragons infiltrate society in these tales. From belittled office workers harboring scaly secrets, monster hunts, fiery queens of millennia past, and dragons hoarding more than gold. These eleven stories will sweep you off your feet with nostalgic adventures of a lifetime. Stories by J.C. Murray, Elyse Kallen, Kirsty Mackay, Chad A.B. Wilson, Charity Ayres, Jo Niederhoff, Barend Nieuwstraten III, Rose McClary, L. Jade, Clint Foster, and J.E. Feldman.

Who among us doesn't dream of a new life, a fresh start? But what happens when dreaming turns to scheming? The Whistler walks by night, stalking those who no longer walk the straight and narrow - the men and women, their backs against the wall, who step into the shadows and take matters (and the lives of those who stand in their way) into their own hands. What follows from one ill-timed impulse is the suspenseful subject of the 20 digitally restored and remastered episodes in this collection.

He knows many things, for he walks by night! He knows the nameless terrors of which we dare not speak! He's radio's grim conscience: The Whistler! And he's back with another collection of tense, twisting tales featuring some of Hollywood's finest radio talent. Though Bill Forman is the actor best remembered as the series' ruinous raconteur, there were others who shared the role. Their voices are heard in these strange stories, including Gale Gordon, Joseph Kearns, Marvin Miller, and Bill Johnstone.

The prospect of Christian Reconstruction is often derided by its critics as being “triumphalist.” One can just hear the unfaithful spies chiding Joshua and Caleb with similar disapproval as they sought to conquer the inhabitants of the promised land– a land filled with giants. But Christ did not entrust the Church with the Great Commission for its mere survival. We have been appointed to a calling that is more expansive than simply “reaching” people groups. We are called to disciple the nations to obedience in all areas of life.

A missing sister, a man on a mission, and a gifted visionary running from her purpose. Jamie Rox is hiking the Wild Coast when a freak high tide separates her from the group. Forced to wait until the tide changes, she takes shelter in a cave only to find it awakens the dreams and visions that caused heartbreak for her as a child. Lucas Bridger is a city-boy, way out of his depth in the wild, but desperate to find his sister—a missionary whose last contact with home was too long ago. Armed with only a few clues and gritty determination, he starts digging for answers. Each fact takes him ...

The 5 shortlisted titles for the BBC National Short Story Award 2011 administered in partnership with Booktrust, containing: Rag Love by M. J. Hyland, read by Mike Sengelow; The Heart of Denis Noble by Alison MacLeod, read by Tim Pigott-Smith; Wires by Jon McGregor, read by Lydia Wilson; The Human Circadian Pacemaker by K. J. Orr, read by Indira Varma; The Dead Roads by D. W. Wilson, read by Trevor White.

Mystery, intrigue, and secrets. Katie Jones just wanted to start her life after college, but one rainy day changed everything, forever... Moving to a sleepy village in Cornwall was meant to be a nice new start for Katie. That was until a rainy day changed everything in a single moment, making her life change in ways she could never have anticipated. Now, with secrets about the world around her being revealed, strange men appearing from the shadows telling her mystical things, and a whole new world of possibilities opening up — how will Katie cope with all the new information?

A wave of suicidal behavior has gripped the nation with no concern for race, gender, or age. Many think it's just a trend, but inspirational singer Candace Tremont knows better. Since witnessing the suicide of her husband five years prior, she's committed her life to fighting the spirit of depression. Unfortunately, suicidal thoughts and dreams also plague her mind, making the war more personal than anyone around her realizes. Unfulfilled with periodic and low-paying gigs, Candace yearns for an opportunity to touch more lives.

As he struggles with the consequences of his last case, Emory must unravel the inexplicable death of a federal employee in a Knoxville high-rise. But while the reticent investigator is mired in a deep pool of suspects - from an old mountain witch to the powerful Tennessee Valley Authority - he misses a greater danger creeping from the shadows. The man in the ski mask returns to reveal himself, and the shocking crime of someone close is unearthed.

Get ready for a wild ride through an alternate universe of music in Rock & Roll Nightmares: Parallel Lines. These short stories, written by award-winning and bestselling authors, cover everything from hilarious antics to deep reflections, all set in a music world that's not quite what you remember. What ties them together? Each tale takes a real rock star's story and spins it in a whole new direction.

Moments after construction tycoon Blair Geister’s death, a mysterious wandering light kills someone on her Southern estate. Is the avenging spirit of the millionairess on a killing spree, or are other forces threatening those in her inner circle? As the will is read, suspicion and jealousy arise, and fingers point to the heirs of her fortune. Private investigator Emory Rome and his Mourning Dove partners accept an invitation to stay at Geisterhaus and unravel its secrets before more lives are lost.

The “Shed 30% Body Fat in 12 Weeks” will help you to drop LBS and lower your body fat percentage by following a 12-week diet and exercise routine that helps you develop new habits and shape a mindset for success. It may seem difficult to lose weight and keep it off, but ask yourself if you have followed a plan or did you randomly approach each day. You need to first have a general understanding of nutrition, fitness routines, and the importance of setting realistic goals. This book was designed to help males seeking to lower their body fat percentage from 30% by following a 12 week diet...

Some people are just weird. They don't fit in - not at school, not at home, not with other kids no matter how hard they try. In the age of dwarves and dragons, outcasts end up as slaves, thieves, or worse. For the ones lucky enough to live in the land of Iasos, there is an alternative school - a last chance for the leftovers of society to find their path before it's assigned for them.

A Hundred Honeymoons’ storyline develops like a carnally driven small-town soap opera revolving around two innocent teenagers, Todd and Sally. Drenched in hormonal confusion, Todd’s teenage adventures offer a good number of relatable moments for the listener to quip, “Yeah, I remember feeling like that." While Sally’s journey takes her from naive cheerleader to a mature woman. Exploitive and corrupt characters woven throughout, it is a story premeditated with carnal adventures, broken hearts, and true love.

"I need to quit" is a phrase that all smokers use from time to time. Smokers also tend to dismiss it and continue to carry on in their addiction. This book is intended for listeners who are asking themselves if they are ready to quit. I Need to Quit educates through insight into the addiction and the stages listeners can expect to move through in pursuit of the possible accomplishment of quitting smoking. It provides examples of thoughts that may run through a smoker's mind as they question if they're ready to stop or not.

Welcome to a podcast that brings Jesus’ timeless teachings to life in relatable everyday language. Join me, Glenda J Wilson, weekly as we delve into the profound lessons found in the Bible. Whether you’re well-versed in the Bible or just curious about its wisdom, this podcast provides a welcome space for all. Discover how the age-old life lessons of scripture can guide and enrich your life in today’s fast-paced world.

A vacation turns deadly for Nika and Erik when a betrayal severs their Chosen link and the faery community declares war on the Draugr. The Ulfen, wolf shifters in collusion with the faery, begin to attack, and soon Nika finds more than her life is at stake. She is the Rune Master, but where has her Hunter gone? Answers come with the taint of betrayal. Enemies arise from the ranks of friends. New friends are found in unexpected places. Can Nika and Erik keep their love alive, and will they survive when Faery goes on the march?