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Lotus Girl: My Life at the Crossroads of Buddhism and America
by Helen TworkovFrom one of the central figures in Buddhism's introduction to the West and the founder of Tricycle magazine comes a brilliant memoir of forging one’s own path that Pico Iyer calls "unflinching" and "indispensable." The daughter of an artist, Helen Tworkov grew up in the heady climate of the New York School of Abstract Expressionism; yet from an early age, she questioned the value of Western cultural norms. Her life was forever changed when she saw the iconic photo of Thich Quang Duc, the Vietnamese monk who, seated in meditation, set himself on fire to protest his government’s crackdown on the Buddhist clergy. Tworkov realized that radically different states of mind truly existed and were worth exploring. At the age of twenty-two, she set off for Japan, then traveled through Cambodia, India, and eventually to Tibetan refugee camps in Nepal. Set against the arresting cultural backdrop of the sixties and their legacy, this intimate self-portrait depicts Tworkov's search for a true home as she interacts with renowned artists and spiritual luminaries including the Dalai Lama, Pema Chödrön, Joseph Goldstein, Bernie Glassman, Charles Mingus, Elizabeth Murray and Richard Serra. Interweaving experience, research, and revelation, Helen Tworkov explores the relationship between Buddhist wisdom and American values, presenting a wholly unique look at the developing landscape of Buddhism in the West. Lotus Girl offers insight not only into Tworkov's own search for the truth, but into the ways each of us can better understand and transform ourselves.
Love in Sufi Literature: Ibn 'Ajiba's Understanding of the Divine Word (Routledge Sufi Series)
by Omneya AyadFocused on Aḥmad Ibn ‘Ajība – an eighteenth-century Moroccan Sufi scholar renowned for his contribution to Sufi Qur’ānic exegesis – this book engages critically with his theory of divine love to elucidate his impact on the wider field of Qur’ānic scholarship. The principal source of analysis is Ibn ‘Ajība’s Oceanic Exegesis of the Qur’ān which connected theoretical works on the concept of divine love to their practical application, a breakthrough in Sufi literature. Close analysis of this text is supplemented by a comparative approach focusing on several other eminent Sufi commentaries, including those of Abū al-Qāsim al-Qushayrī and Rūzbihān Baqlī Shīrāzī. This comparative approach situates Ibn ‘Ajība’s thought in theological and historical perspective, engaging with his mystical approach which integrates his theory of divine love with other Sufi doctrines in an accessible manner. This approach, it is argued, left an indelible impact on future generations of Qur’ānic exegetes within North Africa and across the Islamic world. The book will prove an important resource for academic researchers who wish to explore the vast intellectual heritage that Ibn ‘Ajība left, as well as to those interested in Sufi literature and Islamic theology in general.
Love Inspired April 2024 Box Set - 1 of 2
by Emma Miller Deb Kastner Danica FavoriteLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope.This box set includes: AN UNCONVENTIONAL AMISH PAIR (A Seven Amish Sisters romance)by Emma MillerWhen her employer&’s son returns after eight years living with the Englisch, Henrietta Koffman fears she&’ll lose her home renovation job—but ends up with a helper instead. Chandler Gingerich doesn&’t mind taking orders from Henry, and soon neither can deny their attraction or the underlying problem—Chandler isn&’t Amish. As a recovering alcoholic, he fears he can never be Amish again. With a little faith, can an unlikely pair become a perfect match?BONDING WITH THE BABIES (A K-9 Companions novel)by Deb KastnerAfter she rejected his public proposal, Frost Winslow didn&’t expect to see Zoey Lane again—with his infant twins in tow. Now Frost is determined to do right by his babies. But when the emotional support dog he&’s training keeps gravitating towards Zoey, it&’s clear she&’s hiding something more. As Frost grows into his new role as daddy, could a real family be in their future?THE COWBOY&’S RETURN (A Shepherd&’s Creek romance)by Danica FavoriteLeaving his troubled past behind, Luke Christianson returns to his hometown to care for his grandmother—and discovers he&’s a father. Now he&’s determined to make amends and do right by his family, but Maddie Anter—the mother of his child—is on her own road to redemption. As Luke gets to know his daughter, he and Maddie grow closer. Could old feelings reignite, or will a family conflict stand in their way?For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired April 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Love Inspired April 2024 Box Set - 2 of 2
by Amy Grochowski Myra Johnson Chris Maday SchmidtLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope.This box set includes: THE AMISH BAKER&’S SECRET COURTSHIPby Amy GrochowskiCassie Weaver dreams of opening a bakery—but that dream hinges on her good friend, Martin Beiler. Martin once fled their Amish community due to his struggles with autism. Now he&’s back to fulfill his promise to help Cassie set up her longed-for bakeshop. But when everyone suspects they are secretly courting, Cassie encourages the matchmaking. Because she&’s hoping she can convince Martin this is where he truly belongs…HIS UNEXPECTED GRANDCHILDby Myra JohnsonThe last thing Lane Bromley wants is to leave his remote mountain cabin. But when his struggling daughter shows up with a grandson he didn&’t know he had, Lane&’s search for the boy&’s father leads him to the other surprise grandparent: veterinarian Julia Frasier. They can&’t seem to agree on anything, but maybe they can find common ground long enough to create a loving environment for their grandchild…and each other.A FATHER&’S VOWby Chris Maday SchmidtDedicated to protecting his daughter and the town of Sweetwater, widower Constable Jack Wells will do anything to stop the vandalism at their beloved wildlife preserve—even partner with its new veterinarian. But fighting his attraction to Emerson Parker might be the greater challenge. Soon their on-duty stakeouts evolve into off-duty family outings. But with heartbreak in his past, is he ready to risk a second chance?For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired April 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love Inspired February 2024 Box Set - 1 of 2
by Marta Perry Jill Weatherholt Heidi McCahanLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. This box set includes: THE WIDOW&’S BACHELOR BARGAIN (A Brides of Lost Creek novel)by Marta PerryWhen her sons discover a teenage girl sleeping in the barn, Amish widow Dorcas Bitler finds herself caught between the rebellious runaway and Jacob Unger, the girl&’s stubborn uncle. Dorcas is determined to mend their relationship…but falling for Jacob was never part of the plan.THEIR INSEPARABLE BOND (A K-9 Companions novel)by Jill WeatherholtOlivia Hart has one goal: to convince her ailing grandmother to move to Florida with her. The last thing she expects is for service dog trainer and single dad Jake Beckett to change her mind. Will a rambunctious puppy and twins bring two reluctant hearts together?A BABY IN ALASKA (A Home to Hearts Bay romance)by Heidi McCahanAfter arriving in Alaska for a wedding and business trip—with his newly orphaned baby nephew in tow—Sam Frazier knows he&’s in over his head. He has no choice but to accept help from feisty pilot Rylee Madden. Their arrangement is temporary, but caring for baby Silas might make their love permanent…For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired February 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Love Inspired February 2024 Box Set 2of 2
by Lucy Bayer Brenda Minton Angie DickenLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. This box set includes: THEIR FORBIDDEN AMISH MATCHby Lucy BayerHoping to meet the brother he&’s never known, doctor Todd Barrett arrives in Hickory Hollow, Ohio, full of hope—but immediately clashes with local Amish midwife Lena Hochstetler. They don&’t seem to agree on anything…until they discover deeper feelings that just might complicate both their lives.A VALENTINE&’S DAY RETURN (A Sunset Ridge novel)by Brenda MintonEnding his marriage to his childhood sweetheart was the biggest mistake Mark Rivers ever made. But now he&’s back to make amends with Kylie and their daughter. When a health crisis draws them closer, will Mark prove he&’s the man his family needs…or has he lost them both for good?HER CHANCE AT FAMILY by Angie DickenAs the guardian of her orphaned nieces, interior designer Elisa Hartley is too busy to think about being jilted on her wedding day. Almost. Besides, she&’s already growing feelings for her new landscape architect, Sean Peters…until she discovers the secret he&’s been hiding. For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired February 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love Inspired March 2024 Box Set - 1 of 2
by Jo Ann Brown Linda Goodnight Tina RadcliffeLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. This box set includes: UNEXPECTED AMISH PROTECTORS (An Amish of Prince Edward Island tale)by Jo Ann BrownAmish bachelor Lucas Kuepfer wants nothing to do with Aveline Lampel—until they rescue a kidnapped Englisch child. Now Lucas and Aveline are hounded by reporters and discovering they have more in common than anyone suspected. But will their preconceptions keep them from being a perfect match?A MOMMY FOR EASTERby New York Times Bestselling Author Linda GoodnightTwelve years ago, Rachel and Jake&’s marriage ended in heartache. Now he&’s returned to Rosemary Ridge a widower with an adorable daughter. But when old feelings resurface between them, Rachel and Jake find themselves caught between their painful past…and the hope of a future together just in time for Easter.THE COWBOY&’S SECRET PAST (A Lazy M Ranch novel)by Tina RadcliffeWhen the Morgan family patriarch is injured, nurse Hope Burke arrives at the Lazy M Ranch to help him—and see if Trevor Morgan really is the father of her orphaned nephew. But falling for a guarded cowboy with a rocky past might be more than she bargained for…For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired March 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Love Inspired March 2024 Box Set - 2 of 2
by Patrice Lewis Jill Kemerer Jennifer SlatteryLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope. This box set includes: THE AMISH BEEKEEPER&’S DILEMMA by Patrice LewisAfter being jilted, Rebecca Hilty moved to Montana to start over as a beekeeper and dreams of inheriting her boss&’s farm. The only thing standing in her way is cranky farmer Jacob Graber. But when faced with an impossible inheritance requirement, will Rebecca marry Jacob…or lose the farm for good?UNITED BY THE TWINS (A Wyoming Legacies novel)by Jill KemererReagan Mayer&’s inherited the perfect building for her new small-town shop. There&’s just one problem: rancher Marc Young wants it, too. But when he&’s suddenly charged with caring for his twin nieces, their dispute is put on pause and Reagan volunteers to help. Will caring for two babies open their hearts to love?RECAPTURING HER HEART (A Sage Creek romance)by Jennifer SlatteryAfter losing her job, single mom Harper Moore returns to her hometown with one goal in mind—leaving again. But first she needs money, even if that means working for her ex-boyfriend, CJ Jenkins. Now the sparks are back and it could mean a second chance…if CJ can give Harper a reason to stay.For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired March 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love Inspired May 2024 Box Set - 1 of 2
by Vannetta Chapman Lee Tobin McClain Kathryn Springer Louise M. GougeLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope.This box set includes: THE MYSTERIOUS AMISH BACHELOR (An Indiana Amish Market romance)by USA TODAY bestselling author Vannetta ChapmanAfter paying the price for a crime he committed ten years ago, Noah Beiler wants a fresh start – which means hiding where he&’s been for the last decade from his Amish community. But Sarah Yoder is determined to uncover his past. As Noah and Sarah work together and grow close, Noah&’s history in the only thing standing in their way. Will revealing the truth set them free, or are some secrets best kept buried?A MOTHER&’S GIFTby New York Times bestselling author Lee Tobin McClain & USA TODAY bestselling author Kathryn SpringerFriendship could blossom into more in Lee Tobin McClain&’s A Mother for His Child when single dad Blake Evans&’s six-year-old daughter announces she wants her babysitter, Zoey Grey, to be her new mommy. And in Kathryn Springer&’s The Mommy List, a little girl plays matchmaker between her dad, Gage Lawrence, and their next-door neighbor, Megan Albright…but are they ready to take that leap?SAFE HAVEN RANCHby Louise M. GougeIt should be easy for widow Olivia Ortiz to despise Will Mattson, the man keeping her from buying the ranchland she needs for herself and her daughter, Emily. But when Emily becomes instant friends with Will&’s nephew, Jemmy, Olivia and Will find themselves growing closer as well. And as Olivia&’s feelings for the handsome cowboy shift, competing for the property could be the start of something more…For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired May 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Love Inspired May 2024 Box Set - 2 of 2
by Cathy Liggett Donna Gartshore Julia RuthLove Inspired brings you three new titles! Enjoy these uplifting contemporary romances of faith, forgiveness and hope.This box set includes: THEIR UNLIKELY AMISH COURTSHIPby Cathy LiggettNo one in Sugarcreek, Ohio can believe that charming Benjamin Byler and standoffish Miriam Schrock are dating—and they&’d be right. But the Amish bachelor needs the fake courtship to prove he can care for his orphaned niece. Now the mismatched couple must convince their community they&’re truly in love. Except Miriam is more caring and beautiful than Benjamin thought, and he might be in danger of falling for his own charade…A SECRET BETWEEN THEMby Donna GartshoreUnexpectedly injured, photojournalist John Bishop finds himself stuck in a town full of painful memories—with physical therapist Grace Severight his only way out. Following her treatment should be simple. But soon John&’s falling again—this time for the single foster mom and her four-year-old charge. Now love might heal his past…but will a secret Grace is keeping destroy their chance at a future?A COWGIRL&’S HOMECOMINGby Julia RuthIt&’s been three years since Jenn Spencer left Four Sisters Ranch after burying her husband, her heart, and her relationship with her family. Now the farm&’s in trouble—and she&’s back to help. Reconnecting with her family is hard…yet her new landlord Luke Bennett, and his adorable niece, brighten her days. But when she discovers Luke&’s secret, will it crush her healing heart again?For more stories filled with love and faith, look for Love Inspired May 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense April 2024 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Laura Scott Jessica R. Patch Kellie VanHornLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith.This box set includes: BABY PROTECTION MISSION (A Mountain Country K-9 Unit novel)by USA TODAY bestselling author Laura ScottWhen his sister is kidnapped, rancher Cade McNeal will do anything to prevent his baby nephew from being next. Now Officer Ashley Hanson and her K-9 partner are on the case, and it&’s up to them to track down the assailant and keep Cade and his nephew from harm. But as the suspect list grows and the attacks escalate, will they bring a kidnapper to justice…before he strikes again?COLD CASE TARGET (A Texas Crime Scene Cleaners novel)by Jessica R. PatchInterrupting an attempted murder—and leaving with incriminating evidence—makes Sissy Spencer a serial killer&’s next target. With a flash drive in her possession containing disturbing proof of multiple murders, Sissy has no choice but to trust her ex-boyfriend, private investigator Beau Brighton, to keep her safe. But can they unravel the clues and track down a killer…before he catches them first?TREACHEROUS ESCAPEby Kellie VanHornA groundbreaking discovering catapults biochemist Vienna Clayton into a world of danger when her laptop is stolen and her boss is murdered. Vienna flees onto stormy Lake Superior—only to be rescued by Park Ranger Hudson Lawrence. Framed for crimes she didn&’t commit, they&’re determined to clear her name, but with the clock ticking down, it&’s the threats they can&’t see coming that could cost them their lives…For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense April 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense April 2024 - Box Set 2 of 2
by Dana Mentink Jane M. Choate Jennifer PierceLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith.This box set includes: TRACKING THE TRUTH (A Security Hounds Investigations suspense)by USA TODAY bestselling author Dana MentinkAfter Emery Duncan is abducted and dumped in a lake, private investigator Roman Wolfe and his bloodhound partner rescue her from an icy death. Someone doesn&’t want Emery to find out what really happened the night her father confessed to attempted murder. To keep Emery and her baby nephew safe, they must uncover the connection between her father&’s confession and the attack…or they&’ll be silenced for good.ROCKY MOUNTAIN SURVIVALby Jane M. ChoateNarrowly escaping death after being attacked, photojournalist Kylie Robertson flees to the mountains with her ex, former navy SEAL Josh Harvath. She doesn&’t know who&’s after her—or why they want the flash drive of photos she took. Together, they must piece together the mystery behind the pictures. But with killers running them down, will tackling a dangerous conspiracy become a second chance they won&’t survive?COLORADO DOUBLE CROSSby Jennifer PierceFollowing the suspicious death of his partner, DEA agent Nick Anderson goes undercover to expose a drug cartel and a mole in his own agency. The last thing he expects is his late partner&’s widow, Alexis White, conducting her own secret investigation. Now his cover is blown and it&’s up to Nick to keep Alexis alive. But with killers on their heels, the search for answers could be his deadliest mission…For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense April 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense February 2024 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Sarah Varland Mary Alford Elisabeth ReesLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith.This box set includes: ALASKAN WILDERNESS RESCUE (A K-9 Search and Rescue novel)by Sarah VarlandA search for a missing hiker goes disastrously wrong when K-9 search and rescuer Elsie Montgomery and pilot Wyatt Chandler find themselves stranded on a remote Alaskan island. Only they&’re not alone. But is this a rescue mission…or a deadly trap?DEADLY MOUNTAIN ESCAPEby USA TODAY Bestselling Author Mary AlfordAttempting to find a kidnapped woman and expose a human trafficking ring nearly costs Deputy Charlotte Walker her life. But rancher Jonas Knowles saves her, and they work together to locate the others who have been abducted. Can they survive the onslaught of armed criminals and the perilous wilderness?WYOMING ABDUCTION THREATby Elisabeth ReesThere&’s only one thing stopping Sheriff Brent Fox from adopting his foster children: his adoption caseworker. But Carly Engelman has very good reasons for caution—all of which disappear when the children&’s ruthless biological father returns to abduct his kids…with revenge and murder on his mind.For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense February 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense February 2024 - Box Set 2 of 2
by Virginia Vaughan Jill Elizabeth Nelson Laura ConawayLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith. This box set includes: DANGEROUS TEXAS HIDEOUT (A Cowboy Protectors novel)by Virginia VaughanWhen her daughter is the only witness able to identify a group of bank robbers, Penny Jackson knows their lives are in danger. Escaping to a small Texas town was supposed to be safe, but now they must rely on police chief Caleb Harmon to protect them from a killer bent on silencing them…TARGETED FOR ELIMINATION by Jill Elizabeth NelsonA morning jog becomes an exercise in terror when Detective Jen Blackwell is ambushed—until her ex-boyfriend Tyler Cade rescues her. Only someone is targeting them both, forcing Jen to team up with the park ranger to uncover the mystery behind the attacks…before it costs them their lives.SILENCING THE WITNESS by Laura ConawayAvery Sanford thought she was safe in witness protection…until her photo was leaked in the local paper. Now vengeful cartel members are on her tail and only former army commander Seth Brown can help her. But with assailants anticipating their every move, can Avery trust Seth to keep her alive long enough to testify?For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense February 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense March 2024 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Christy Barritt Jodie Bailey Jaycee BullardLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith. This box set includes: LETHAL MOUNTAIN PURSUIT (A K-9 Search and Rescue novel)by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Christy BarrittAfter witnessing several murders, Natalie Pearson narrowly evades death but knows the killer is still out there…searching for her. And even a remote cabin in the Smoky Mountains can&’t keep her safe. Now she must trust Detective Andrew Moore and his K-9 to find a killer determined to silence her.UNDERCOVER COLORADO CONSPIRACYby USA TODAY Bestselling Author Jodie BaileyWhen Staff Sergeants Thalia Renner and Phillip Campbell pose as a married couple to unmask a crooked adoption ring, attacks on their lives make them wonder if their cover has been blown. But the truth is more sinister…and the consequences could make them both victims.PROTECTING THE LITTLEST WITNESSby Jaycee BullardAfter her brother-in-law is imprisoned for murdering her sister, Etta Mitchell will do anything to keep her five-year-old niece—a potential witness—safe. But when they&’re targeted by relentless killers, Etta must rely on her ex-fiancé, Steven Hunt, for protection, to untangle the mystery behind her sister&’s death…and to stay alive.For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense March 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense March 2024 - Box Set 2 of 2
by Laura Scott Amity Steffen Sommer SmithLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith. This box set includes: KIDNAPPING COLD CASEby USA TODAY Bestselling Author Laura ScottTen years ago, forensic artist Jacy Urban escaped her abductor with no memory of that night. Now the kidnapper has returned, and Detective Cash Rawson is there to rescue her—again. Can Cash help her remember what she&’s forgotten…before the assailant succeeds in taking their lives?MISSING IN MONTANAby Amity SteffenForced off the road while biking, forensic accountant Holly Nichols is sure of one thing: someone wants her dead. She has no choice but to accept help from her high school sweetheart, but even Seth Montgomery&’s family ranch doesn&’t stand a chance against criminals who will stop at nothing to remain hidden…DEADLY TREASURE HUNTby Sommer SmithSheriff Caldwell Thorpe is investigating his wife&’s homicide when her cousin, Jayde Cambrey, arrives on the island of Deadman&’s Cay—drawing the predator&’s deadly attention. Believing it&’s the same person who killed his wife, Caldwell vows to protect Jayde. But can they find the truth before time runs out?For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense March 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense May 2024 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Sharee Stover Lenora Worth Darlene L. TurnerLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith.This box set includes: HER DUTY BOUND DEFENDER (A Mountain Country K-9 Unit novel)by Sharee StoverOnly seconds after widowed mother-to-be Naomi Carr-Cavanaugh is rescued from two masked gunmen, she&’s accused of multiple murders. Detective Bennett Ford believes he&’s finally apprehended the Rocky Mountain Killer—until Naomi is attacked again. Now she must rely on Bennett and his K-9 partner for protection. But with threats closing in, she&’ll have to prove her innocence first in order to stay alive…DISAPPEARANCE IN PINECRAFTby New York Times bestselling author Lenora WorthWhen Adina Maas arrives in Pinecraft to find her missing sister, she&’s blindsided by abductors who attempt to kidnap her. To her surprise, Nathan Kohr, a familiar face from her past, is there to save her. And it&’s clear that whatever trouble Adina&’s sister is in, Adina is now a target, too. But with Nathan&’s help, can they find out who&’s after the Maas sisters before Adina is the next to disappear?YUKON WILDERNESS EVIDENCE (A Crisis Rescue Team novel)by Darlene L. TurnerWhen skeletal remains are uncovered in the Yukon forest, forensic botanist Keeley Ash is called to the crime scene—and ends up abducted. She never expects her ex, paramedic Brett Ryerson, to come to her rescue, or her gathered evidence to be linked to a cold case. And when their son—whom Brett never knew existed—is kidnapped, they&’ll stop at nothing to save him and outrun the hunters determined to silence Keeley.For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense May 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Love Inspired Suspense May 2024 - Box Set 2 of 2
by Maggie K. Black Jodie Bailey Rhonda StarnesLove Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith.This box set includes: COLD CASE TRACKER (An Unsolved Case Files story)by USA TODAY bestselling author Maggie K. BlackK-9 officer Jackson Locke&’s sister has vanished—and the key to finding her lies with Amy Scout…his sister&’s best friend and his old crush. But when Amy comes under attack, two things become clear: Jackson&’s sister has been investigating cold cases and someone wants Amy dead. Now he must untangle the mystery between the cold cases and his sister&’s disappearance while guarding Amy from an enemy willing to kill to hide the truth…HIDDEN IN THE CANYONby USA TODAY bestselling author Jodie BaileyAfter Angie Garcia is attacked on her ranch near the Grand Canyon, uncovering the culprit becomes her biggest challenge. And she&’ll have to work with the last man she wants to see—Special Agent Lincoln Tucker—to investigate potential suspects. But with attacks escalating and a ranch hand missing, can they dig up the truth that links Angie to a perilous secret—and a ruthless killer—before it&’s too late?UNCOVERING COLORADO SECRETSby Rhonda StarnesWith her sister and brother-in-law murdered, it&’s up to bodyguard Adeline Scott to keep her twin nephews safe from a killer&’s crosshairs. So when an intruder breaks into their home and threatens them, she turns to her security expert boss, Linc Jameson, for help. But will they track down the answers as to what really happened before a killer strikes again?For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense May 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Love, Unscripted
by Denise HunterThe perfect boyfriend only exists on paper…doesn&’t he?Fresh off the heels of a bad breakup, Chloe Anderson poured her heart into penning the perfect boyfriend—and the result was an off-the-charts debut beach read that resonated with women worldwide. Now, Chloe&’s scripted hero is headed for Hollywood, with her book destined to become a major motion picture.When Chloe gets wind that silver screen bad boy Liam Hamilton has been cast as the ideal-in-every-way hero of her novel, she&’s horrified by the film director&’s choice. How could a player like Liam possibly do Chloe&’s perfect hero justice? Unafraid to speak her mind, Chloe lets her executive producer know she&’s one hundred percent opposed to the casting. And oops—the call is on speakerphone, where the annoyingly attractive Hollywood star hears Chloe&’s unbridled outrage firsthand.With Liam&’s reputation already on the rocks, his agent concocts a PR plan to upgrade Liam&’s image while putting the story—and the film—in the spotlight. The catch? During the movie&’s filming in Chloe&’s cute hometown of Stillwater, North Carolina, Chloe and Liam will fake a wholesome, committed relationship. Both stand to gain something from the arrangement. Liam&’s fans will see him in a new light, while Chloe can boost her struggling social media following and further her writing career. What could possibly go wrong?As author and actor navigate the waters of the PR relationship, they&’re unprepared when their professional agreement turns into an actual friendship. And when serious sparks start to fly—well, that&’s an unread chapter for both of them.Charming contemporary romanceStand-alone novelBook length: approximately 83,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
Love Your Neighbor: A Spiritual Defense of Capitalism and Freedom in a Hostile Age
by Ralph C. StayerLove Your Neighbor makes the case for capitalism as the only system that can end poverty, solve intractable crises, and increase human flourishing.Love Your Neighbor builds on the National Best Seller Flight of the Buffalo by Ralph Stayer with James Belasco. Ralph's story and experience transformed the business world. It offers a bold and straightforward plan for rethinking leadership—still taught in business schools and leadership seminars worldwide. Finally, after decades of more experience, Love Your Neighbor delivers the sequel that readers demanded. Love Your Neighbor is the fruit of that patience—and thirty years of reflection and leadership. As the longtime CEO of Johnsonville Foods, Ralph learned to let his workers lead. Love Your Neighbor shows that the real secret behind Johnsonville's success was a conscious decision to align the company's practices with God's plan for human flourishing. Love Your Neighbor defends and champions capitalism which continues to be under attack in America—and why faith-informed capitalism is the only vehicle that can bring prosperity and purpose to everyone. Love Your Neighbor goes beyond that of another pretty sermon—it's a blueprint for transformation based on Ralph's decades of experience as one of America's most successful CEOs. It provides a moral foundation for capitalism during a time of challenge and crisis, demonstrating its vast superiority over socialism and other fallen economic systems. Ralph's experience at Johnsonville Foods points to a proud and unapologetic conviction in capitalism that serves God, builds strong communities, and embodies what it means to love your neighbor.
Loving Adopted Children Well: A 5 Love Languages® Approach
by Gary Chapman Laurel ShalerBased on Chapman&’s best-selling The 5 Love Languages®—a specialized resource of intentional love for families of adopted children. Adoption brings unique challenges. Love and bonding don&’t always come naturally. There can be emotional distress, frustration, and disappointment. In Loving Adopted Children Well, Dr. Gary Chapman along with professor and mom of adopted kids Dr. Laurel Shaler share how The 5 Love Languages® provide concrete steps to infusing love, hope, and attachment in your family.In addition to the beauty and healing you&’ll discover in the chapters on the love languages—Service, Gifts, Physical Touch, Quality Time, and Words of Affirmation—the authors provide essential chapters on subjects such as:When You Don&’t &“Feel the Love&”Getting Spouses on the Same PageHelp for Single ParentsStopping Sibling RivalrySupport—Why it&’s Needed and Where to Find It . . . and more.With empathy for adoptive parents, Chapman and Shaler provide an honest and invaluable resource of wisdom, joy, and healing. Apply the lessons from Loving Adopted Children Well, and you will see love grow and flourish in your home.
Loving Samaritans: Radical Kindness in an Us vs. Them World
by Terry CristYou can live a radically inclusive life without compromising your beliefs or the truth of the gospel.Humanity is more divided now than ever, gridlocked over social issues, race, gender, climate change, immigration, and our responsibility to vulnerable people. How did we get here? And what can we do to build bridges where walls exist?As a pastor committed to building deep relationships with people whose life experiences are different than his own, Terry Crist knows the beauty and challenge of connecting across dividing lines of race, economic status, faith, and much more. And in this book, he shares how you can too.Profoundly weaving the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well with his own stories and examples from culture today, Terry addresses how we've strayed from the unity God intended and how we can trade judgment for grace, disputes for harmony, apathy for empathy, and hate for love and acceptance. By the end of this book, you will be able to:Identify how you personally see the world and why it mattersRecognize those on the margins who are right around youImitate Jesus's love for all humanity in the interactions you have with othersExtend dignity to those suffering from mental illness, homelessness, and addictionMaintain thriving relationships when family members are on opposing sides of issuesBe an ambassador of reconciliation in your community It doesn't have to be one or the other--you can both love God and love your neighbor.
Loyally, Luke
by Pepper BashamSometimes love means embracing the good, the bad . . . and even the impossible.Dear Reader,My name is Luke Edgewood, and there are few things in life that I require. Mainly black coffee. And flannel. And lots of solitude. And my dogs, Chewy and Indie. What I don&’t need is romance, so I have no plans to change my thirty-year-old bachelor status anytime soon.But my youngest sister thinks that by accepting a short-term construction job in the small European country of Skymar, I&’m going to follow along in her footsteps and discover my own romantic adventure. Nope. Bah humbug. The End. This time, her rom-com-movie senses are totally wrong.Or maybe not. Because I&’ve met a Grace Kelly look-alike who is annoying . . . until she isn&’t. But she is impossible. As in, nothing can happen between us because she is a literal princess. Even though that&’s easy to forget when we&’re working together to restore a castle-like orphanage in a secluded mountain town and &“forced proximity&” includes a small closet, a secret one-hundred-year-old journal, and the tactile memory of an off-limits royal in my arms.Basically, the whole situation has turned into an ooey gooey magical snow globe of romantic tropes complete with cute kids and an actual ball. Now, even my sentences are starting to sound like mush. Ugh. Send high levels of testosterone my way—I&’m going to need it.Loyally,Luke&“Readers, you are in for a pure delight! Luke Edgewood is, in a word, dreamy.&”—Emma St. Clair, USA TODAY bestselling authorWitty, hilarious, and heartwarming contemporary romanceA sweet, kisses-only romanceStand-alone novelBook length: approximately 107,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
Lucky Girl: Unveiling the Secrets of Manifesting a Lucky Life
by Georgie May“This must-read book debunks and critiques the Lucky Girl viral movement whilst providing you with all the tools you need to make your dreams come true. Brilliant.” Vicki Broadbent, founder of honestmum.com, author and broadcaster A helpful and inclusive guide to bringing more good luck into your life Unlock a vibrant and empowering journey with Lucky Girl, guided by Georgie May, a leading wellness expert and social media strategist. Lucky Girl provides a refreshing evidence-based approach which will infuse your life with excitement and positivity, allowing you to tap into your inherent skills and talents to attract abundance and luck. Within the pages of this captivating book, a treasure trove of easy-to-implement tools, transformative practices, and enchanting rituals are shared. These will propel you towards profound shifts, empowering you to embrace the life you truly desire. Say goodbye to your unlucky streak and unlock the door to a world of endless possibilities by learning: Strategies for challenging your situation and replacing it with a simple thought process that will power your hopes and dreams Techniques to help you identify why your luck seems so bad and how to change it Methods to help you manifest good luck based on contemporary research and case studies Practical tools to help you create your Lucky Girl Goals and learn resources on how to make them finally stick With Lucky Girl as your trusted companion, discover the secrets to living your best life. A book applicable to all ages and genders, allow Lucky Girl to inspire and uplift you as you embark on a journey of self-discovery, awareness, and personal growth. It's time to manifest the luck you deserve and embrace a life full of true authenticity, joy, and fulfillment. Are you ready to seize the reins of destiny and step into a brighter future? Let Lucky Girl be your guiding star on this transformative adventure!
Luis Gerónimo de Oré: The World of an Andean Franciscan from the Frontiers to the Centers of Power (New Hispanisms: Cultural and Literary Studies)
by Alexandra Parma Cook Noble David CookBorn in a provincial city in the Peruvian Andes, the Franciscan linguist and theologian Luis Gerónimo de Oré (1554–1630) lived during a critical period in the formation of the modern world, as the global empire of Spain engaged in a nearly continuous struggle over resources and religion.In the first full-length biography of Oré, Noble David Cook and Alexandra Parma Cook reconstruct the friar’s life and the communities in which he circulated, tracing the career of this first-generation Creole from his roots in Huamanga to his work in Andean missions, his activities at the royal courts of Spain and throughout Spanish America, until his final years as bishop of Concepción, Chile. While serving in Peru’s Colca Valley, Oré composed multilingual texts, translating doctrinal concepts into the indigenous languages Quechua and Aymara, alongside Latin and Spanish, which missionaries and secular clergy frequently used in their conversion efforts. As commissioner to Cuba and La Florida, he inspected the frontier missions along the coast of what became the southeastern United States and wrote an influential history of these outposts and their environment. After Philip III dispatched him to Concepción, Oré spent his last years working in the southernmost end of the Americas, where he continued his advocacy for indigenous justice and engaged in heated arguments with the governor over defensive war, royal patronage, and Indian enslavement.Drawn from research conducted in Spain and Latin America over several decades, this consequential biography recovers from obscurity a colonial friar whose legacy continues in the Andean world today.