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Ghost stories from the Adirondacks have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!The haunted history of The Mountains comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Visit the Sagamore Resort to catch a glimpse of the spirits who checked in but never checked out. Or look for ghosts amongst the stacks at the Woodgate Free Library. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

Ghost stories from Winston-Salem, North Carolina have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery!The haunted history of Camel City comes to life--even when the main players are dead. Take a look at the cursed painting that once hung in the Zinzendorf Hotel. Or look for ghosts in the houses that line Poplar Street. Dive into this spooky chapter book for suspenseful tales of bumps in the night, paranormal investigations, and the unexplained; just be sure to keep the light on.

Kann Unterdrückung den Weg in die Freiheit ebnen? Der epische High-Fantasy-Roman »Die Tyrannin« von Karen Miller jetzt als eBook bei dotbooks. Eine dunkle Macht droht, ihr Volk ins Verderben zu stürzen … Königin Rhian von Ethrea steht vor dem Untergang: Ihr Vertrauen in ihre Mitstreiter ist erschüttert, Vasallen widersetzen sich ihrem Befehl und im Wüstenreich Mijak hat die mächtige Herrscherin Hekat geschworen, die Welt zu vernichten. Keiner der Regenten aus den umliegenden Reichen nimmt ihre Drohung ernst. Nur Han, der Herrscher eines mysteriösen Kriegervolks, schenkt Rhian Glauben. Während die blutdurstige Armee aus dem Wüstenreich zum ersten Schlag ausholt, drängt er Rhian zum Handeln – aber ist er wirklich ein Verbündeter? »Diese Frau schreibt mit der Wucht eines Dampfhammers und mit einer Fantasie, die den Lesern den Atem raubt.« Buchhändler heute Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: Das donnernde Finale der Godspeaker-Trilogie! Der High-Fantasy-Roman »Die Tyrannin« von Karen Miller. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks – der eBook-Verlag.

Im Angesicht von Intrigen und Machtspielen: Der High-Fantasy-Roman »Die Thronerbin« von Karen Miller jetzt als eBook bei dotbooks. Wenn der Tod eines Königs einen Sturm entfacht … Auf der Insel Ethrea droht ein Bürgerkrieg auszubrechen, als der König ohne männlichen Nachfolger stirbt. Nun hält der machthungrige Prälat Marlan alle Fäden in der Hand und will die Tochter des Königs zu seiner Marionette machen. Aber er hat nicht mit Rhians unbändigen Willen gerechnet: Gegen alle Widrigkeiten ist die Königstochter fest entschlossen, selbst den Thron zu besteigen und Ethrea vor den gierigen Herrschern der umliegenden Reiche zu schützen. Als ein geheimnisvoller Flüchtling aus dem nahegelegenen Mijak ihr die Treue schwört, scheint sich das Blatt zu Rhians Gunsten zu wenden – doch kann sie ihm wirklich das Schicksal ihres geliebten Königreichs anvertrauen? »Eine meisterhaft erdachte Welt der Rituale und Traditionen bietet eine spannende Kulisse für die Abenteuer der Protagonistin.« Romantic Times Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: der High-Fantasy-Roman »Die Thronerbin« von Karen Miller ist der zweite Band der großen Trilogie »Godspeaker«. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks – der eBook-Verlag.

Packende High-Fantasy für die Fans von Trudi Canavan und Auftakt einer epischen Trilogie: »Die Herrscherin« von Karen Miller als eBook bei dotbooks. Ist ihr ein Leben im Staub vorherbestimmt? Die junge Hekat wächst in der Wüste Mijaks auf, wo das Leben eines Mädchens nichts wert ist – bis ein Sklavenhändler auf ihre Schönheit aufmerksam wird und sie in die Hauptstadt verschleppt. Doch obwohl sie hier ein Leben in Luxus führen könnte, hat Hekat bald höhere Ziele, als den Reichen als Edelsklavin zu dienen: ihre glühenden Ambitionen führen sie an die Seite des Kriegsfürsten Raklion, erst als Klingentänzerin, dann als seine Frau und Auserwählte des Skorpiongottes. Doch je höher Hekat aufsteigt, desto höher ist der Preis, den sie dafür bezahlen muss. Ist sie wirklich bereit, jedes Opfer zu bringen – auch wenn sie dafür den Menschen aufgeben muss, den sie am meisten liebt? »Ein absolut fesselndes Werk, voll von politischen Intrigen, Täuschungen, göttlicher Intervention, Krieg und vielem mehr.« Fantasy Magazine Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: der High-Fantasy-Roman »Die Herrscherin« von Karen Miller. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks – der eBook-Verlag.

Epische High-Fantasy mit eindrucksvollen Helden: »Der König des Sturms« von Karen Miller jetzt als eBook bei dotbooks. Das Königreich Lur steht am Abgrund: Ein finsterer Magier hat die Königsfamilie ausgelöscht und Prinz Gar, ihren letzten Überlebenden, unter seine Kontrolle gezwungen. Obwohl es nun niemanden mehr geben kann, der die schützenden Mauern von Lur mit Magie erfüllt, können die davor lauernden Dämonenhorden sie nicht niederreißen – aber kann es wirklich sein, dass es Gars bester Freund ist, ein einfacher Fischersohn, der das Königreich mit einer ungeahnten Kraft beschützt? Ein mörderischer Wettlauf mit der Zeit beginnt: Während Asher verzweifelt versucht, herauszufinden, ob er der Auserwählte einer uralten Prophezeiung ist, gerät er in Lebensgefahr … Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: der High-Fantasy-Roman »Der König des Sturms« von Karen Miller, Teil 2 der packenden Saga »Die Chroniken von Lur«. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks – der eBook-Verlag

Packende High-Fantasy und der Auftakt eines epischen Zweiteilers: »Der Erbe des Windes« von Karen Miller jetzt als eBook bei dotbooks. Niemand kann sich dem Ruf des Schicksals entziehen … Asher, als Sohn einer einfachen Fischerfamilie geboren, sucht sein Glück in der Hauptstadt des Königreichs Lur. Hier gelingt ihm das Unglaubliche: er gewinnt die Freundschaft von Prinz Gar, dem Sohn der magiebegabten Königsfamilie, und wird dessen Berater. Asher ist auf die Intrigen des Hofstaats gefasst – doch schon bald müssen sich die beiden Freunde einem viel schrecklicheren Feind stellen: Hinter der von Magie gespeisten Mauer Lurs erwacht ein uraltes Übel … und droht, alles Leben im Königreich zu vernichten! Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: der High-Fantasy-Roman »Der Erbe des Windes« von Karen Miller, Teil 1 der packenden Saga »Die Chroniken von Lur«. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks – der eBook-Verlag

Simply stylish crochet patterns for fashionable makes in modern yarns and colors. Susan Ritchie and Karen Miller are the proprietors of Mrs Moon, an online yarn store, and their mission is to show you how simple it is to create your own modern-casual crochet garments, accessories, and homewares. There are easy-to-hook projects in bulky yarns that will grow so fast you'll be finished in a day, and larger or more intricate items that will take longer, but are well worth every stitch you hook in to them. There are pieces that are perfect for beginners to crochet—such as a chevron throw, a simple beanie, or a snuggly cowl—and other projects that introduce lacy and textured stitches so you can expand your skills at your own pace, and with the help of the techniques section at the back of the book. Choose to make a delicately lacy ombré scarf, a hipster granny-square coatigan, or a giant owl amigurumi that children will love. Whatever your skill level, Susan and Karen have designed projects for Simple Chic Crochet that you will love to make for your home, your friends, your family, and of course, yourself.

When kingdoms clash, every crown will be tarnished by the bloody price of ambition.A bastard lord leads a rebellion against his tyrant king -- and must live with the consequences of victory.A royal widow plots to win her daughter's freedom from the ambitious lords who would control them both.An orphaned prince sets his eyes on regaining his father's stolen throne.And two brothers, divided by ambition, will learn that the greater the power, the more dangerous the game.A masterful tale of the thirst for power and the cost of betrayal. Epic fantasy at its bloodiest, action-packed best.

Sold into slavery, Hekat dreams of power. Fate leads her to the warlord Raklion, and she begins turning dreams into reality. For the nameless god of Mijak is with her, and it promises her the world.Far away, the King of Ethrea is dying. His daughter Princess Rhian is ready to rule, but if her enemies have their way the crown of Ethrea will never be worn by a woman.Dexterity Jones is a toymaker. To protect Rhian and his country, he must place his trust in an exile from Mijak. Yet, as Ethrea comes ever closer to civil war, a greater danger awaits. Hekat still desires the world... and power is no longer a dream.This omnibus edition of THe Godspeaker Trilogy includes Empress, The Riven Kingdom and The Hammer of God.

Being a fisherman like his father isn't a bad life, but it's not the one that Asher wants. Despite his humble roots, Asher has grand dreams. And they call him to Dorana, home of princes, beggars, and the warrior mages who have protected the kingdom for generations.Little does Asher know, however, that his arrival in the city is being closely watched...Kingmaker, Kingbreaker, one of the most popular adventure fantasy series in recent years, is compiled into one volume for the first time. Included in this omnibus edition are: The Innocent Mage and The Awakened Mage.

Hundreds of years before the great Mage War, a land lies, unknowing, on the edge of catastrophe...Barl is young and impulsive, but she has a power within that calls to her. In her city, however, only those of noble blood and with the right connections learn the ways of the arcane. Barl is desperate to learn-but her eagerness to use her power leads her astray and she is banned from ever learning the mystic arts.Morgan holds the key to her education. A member of the Council of Mages, he lives to maintain the status quo, preserve the mage bloodlines, and pursue his scholarly experiments. But Barl's power intrigues him-in spite of her low status.Together, he realizes they can create extraordinary new incantations. Morgan's ambition and Barl's power make a potent combination. What she does not see is the darkness in him that won't be denied. A Blight of Mages is the new novel set in the world of Karen Miller's bestselling debut The Innocent Mage.

It's been many months since Rafel ventured over Barl's Mountains into the unknown, in a desperate bid to seek help for their ravaged land. With his father's Weather Magic exhausted, there seemed no other hope. Now this too has died.Only Deenie believes Rafel still lives, sensing her brother in tortured dreams. She also knows she must try to find him, as only Rafel's talents could heal their land. The prospect terrifies Deenie, yet she sees no other choice.She soon learns of a dangerous new power. Deenie comes to suspect that not only is her brother involved, but that the evil their father destroyed is somehow reborn. And if she can't save Rafel, then through him, Morg's vast power could once again command their world.

Planet by planet, darkness creeps across the galaxy. Among warriors and generals, among ordinary beings living in far-flung worlds, the fear will not go away: We are losing this war.... Anakin Skywalker feels it, too. The Separatist Alliance, with ruthlessness and treachery, is beating the Republic to every strategic target. But after a costly clash with General Grievous for the planet Kothlis, Anakin has a mission that will focus his anxious mind. Alongside Obi-Wan Kenobi, he is posing as a long-lost native of Lanteeb, an impoverished world on the Outer Rim. This seemingly unimportant planet has drawn the interest of the Seps—and Anakin and Obi-Wan soon discover the disturbing reason: A scientist enslaved by General Lok Durd is drawing on Lanteeb's one natural resource for a devastating bioweapon. Now Anakin and Obi-Wan have entered the eye of a storm. Their presence has been exposed, Lok Durd's plans unveiled, and a fight has begun for survival behind enemy lines—and a chance of winning a war that must be fought at any cost.Features a bonus section following the novel that includes a primer on the Star Wars expanded universe, and over half a dozen excerpts from some of the most popular Star Wars books of the last thirty years!

Many years have passed since the last great Mage War. It has been a time of great change. But not all changes are for the best, and Asher's world is in peril once more.The weather magic that holds Lur safe is failing, and the earth feels broken to those with the power to see. Among Lur's sorcerers, only Asher has the skill to mend the antique weather map that governs the seasons, keeping the land from being crushed by natural forces. Yet, when Asher risks his life to meddle with these dangerous magics, the crisis is merely delayed, not averted.Asher's son Rafel has inherited the father's talents, but has been forbidden to use them. Many died in the last Mage War and these abilities aren't to be loosed lightly into the world. But when Asher's last desperate attempt to repair the damage leaves him on his deathbed, Rafel's powers may not be denied. For his countrymen are facing famine, devastation, and a rift in the very fabric of their land.

In Ethrea, Rhian sits upon a precarious throne. Defiant dukes who won't accept her rule threaten the stability of her kingdom. Dexterity has been banished from her court in disgrace. The blue-haired slave Zandakar, the man she thought was her friend, has been revealed as the son of a woman sworn to destroy her world. And Rhian's husband, King Alasdair, is unsure of her love. The trading nations refuse to believe Mijak is a threat, and promise reprisals if she dares protect her realm. Only Emperor Han of mysterious Tzhung-tzhungchai knows that the danger from Mijak is real.But is he an ally, or an enemy in disguise? As she struggles to learn the truth, and keep her embattled crown, the murderous warhost of Mijak advances... The Hammer of God is the stunning finale in the Godspeaker trilogy, the new fantasy blockbuster from an author who is taking the fantasy world by storm.

In a family torn apart by poverty and violence, Hekat is no more than an unwanted mouth to feed, worth only a few coins from a passing slave trader. But Hekat was not born to be a slave. For her, a different path has been chosen. It is a path that will take her from stinking back alleys to the house of her God, from blood-drenched battlefields to the glittering palaces of Mijak.This is the story of Hekat, precious and beautiful.A new fantasy trilogy of power and politics, treason and betrayal, and the rise and fall of Empires...

The Clone Wars have exploded across the galaxy as Republic forces and Separatists struggle to gain the upper hand. But while the Jedi generals work tirelessly to defeat Count Dooku and his rebels, Supreme Chancellor Palpatine is hatching his own dark plans.The Separatists have launched a sneak attack on Coruscant. Obi-Wan Kenobi, wounded in battle, insists that Anakin Skywalker and his rookie Padawan Ahsoka leave on a risky mission against General Grievous. But when Senator Bail Organa reveals explosive intelligence that could turn the tide of war in the Republic's favor, the Jedi Master agrees to accompany him to an obscure planet on the Outer Rim to verify the facts. What Obi-Wan and Bail don't realize is that they're walking into a deadly trap concocted by Palpatine... and that escape may not be an option.Inspired by the full-length animated feature film Star Wars: The Clone Wars and the brand-new TV series, this thrilling adventure is filled with provocative, never-before-revealed insights into the characters of Obi-Wan, Anakin, Padme, Yoda, Count Dooku, and many other Star Wars favorites. Features a bonus section following the novel that includes a primer on the Star Wars expanded universe, and over half a dozen excerpts from some of the most popular Star Wars books of the last thirty years!

For the first time, Family Power provides a revolutionary program that gives you proven, practical solutions for achieving a healthy weight and maintaining it as a family. Filled with the motivational stories of families who have achieved healthy-weight homes as well as expert advice from their coaches, Family Power gets your family up, moving, and improving health together as no other book ever has before.

The King of Ethrea is dying. His only surviving heir is the Princess Rhian. But if her enemies have their way, Ethrea will not be ruled by a woman.Dexterity Jones is a toymaker. To protect Princess Rhian and his country, he must place his trust in an exile from Mijak. Yet, as Ethrea comes ever closer to civil war, a greater danger awaits. Across the sea, an Empress has already slaughtered millions in the name of her god. And the war will not end -until the world kneels before her.

She loses, he loses... and everybody wins!There's no doubt about it—when couples embark on a weight-loss program together, they improve their chance of success. Now Weight Watchers, the world's leader in providing weight-loss information, services, and support, presents this practical guide specifically designed to help women and men work together to lose weight and keep it off. It explains the many differences between the sexes when it comes to weight gain and loss and helps couples overcome these differences with dependable and insightful information on:• The weight-health connection and how the genders differ• Male and female differences in body image• The language of weight loss• Why men lose weight faster than women• Different weight-loss motivators for men and women• Eating and exercise strategies that work best for women and men• How best to support your partner's weight-loss effortsResearch shows that women and men who live together—from newlyweds to empty-nesters—tend to gain weight at similar times. The good news is that, working together as a team, your chances of losing those extra pounds increase. Weight Watchers She Loses, He Loses gives you the information, strategies, and insights you need to make it happen.

'The evil foretold has risen... and we are all that stands between it and the end.'Asher has come a long way for a fisherman's son. Together with his friend Prince Gar, he has defended their kingdom against its bitterest enemy, but at great cost. Now, the evil mage Morg is preparing for his most deadly assault. Desperate, trapped in a broken body, Morg has little time and fewer scruples. And he has a plan. As Gar and Asher unwittingly fall into a dangerous deception, Morg gets ever closer to his goal. And this victory would be particularly sweet? For who better to destroy the kingdom than the two who would give anything to save it?

'The Innocent Mage is come, and we stand at the beginning of the end of everything.'Being a fisherman like his father isn't a bad life, but it's not the one that Asher wants. Despite his humble roots, Asher has grand dreams. And they call him to Dorana, home of princes, beggars and the warrior mages who have protected the kingdom for generations.Little does Asher know, however, that his arrival in the city is being closely watched by members of the Circle, people dedicated to preserving an ancient magic. Asher might have come to the city to make his fortune, but he will find his destiny.

What You Need to Know About Hormones and DepressionResearch has shown a strong connection between estrogen levels and depression throughout a woman's lifetime. We now understand that abrupt hormonal changes can take a toll on women's moods and even cause serious depression. But the good news is that there is a lot women can do to moderate the effect of these changes. The Estrogen-Depression Connection explores this issue and offers practical advice and tips for managing mood changes throughout all the major stages of a woman's life-from puberty and menstruation to pregnancy and postpartum, and from perimenopause to menopause. It explains in easy-to-understand terms what women can do right now to help balance these estrogen fluctuations through diet and lifestyle changes, alternative therapies, and medication. Get the information you need:•Learn how estrogen affects each stage of a woman's life•Cope with postpartum depression and menopause•Find the best medical and alternative treatments

For the first time, Family Power provides a revolutionary program that gives you proven, practical solutions for achieving a healthy weight and maintaining it as a family. Filled with the motivational stories of families who have achieved healthy-weight homes as well as expert advice from their coaches, Family Power gets your family up, moving, and improving health together as no other book ever has before.

Have you ever had trouble persuading a group of toddlers to switch from one activity to another? Then this book is for you! A must-have resource for teachers who work with this youngest age group, Simple Transitions offers more than 400 tips, ideas, and easy-to-do activities.

Teach children ages birth through two with these 300 activities focused on the incremental development of young children. Observe what children are already doing, then give them varied opportunities to develop at their own pace. Simple Steps outlines a typical developmental sequence, offering children the opportunity to practice new skills in a developmentally appropriate way.

The only source book you'll need to face those really difficult issues in the classroom. Learn effective strategies for addressing the most challenging problems you may encounter as a teacher, such as the death of a family member, domestic violence, substance abuse, sex abuse, homelessness, natural disasters and children with HIV/AIDS. Chapters for each crisis include describing the problem, insights from child development, when to seek help, how to respond, and suggestions of organizations and individuals you can turn to for help.