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"Awakenings-Epiphanies Along a Spiritual Journey" | by Big Meach May 30, 2011 | $5.00 | 18467 words | Sample 20% |
| A compelling collection of blogs that have been the pinnacle of spiritual development and discernment for the author. Not only does this body of work offer the insight from the life experiences of the author, it provides the reader an amazing opportunity to go on a journey that will awaken insight into their own higher power. | |||||
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"Deep Roots" | by Curt Iles Dec. 27, 2010 | $5.00 | 36445 words | Sample 10% |
| Bursting forth from the Louisiana Piney Woods is Deep Roots, a collection of essays/short stories from author Curt Iles. In the warm and touching style loved by readers of his previous eight books, Curt weaves stories of the people, places, and history of rural Louisiana. So come into the woods with me for these stories. Stories of faith. Stories of the deep-rooted things that really matter. | |||||
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"EQ HEALTH" Emotional Intelligence as Medicine | by Marcus Freudenmann Feb. 05, 2012 | $5.75 | 15126 words | Sample 30% |
| EQ AS MEDICINE by Marcus Freudenmann presents a philosophy which heals the mind from emotional turmoil and dissolves unhealthy beliefs which cause disease. In this book Marcus will show you in a few simple steps how to FREE yourself from all the self-minimizing, negative and self-destructive beliefs, which prevent you from living a healthy and prosperous life. | |||||
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"est: Playing The Game* The New Way *The Game Of Life" | by Carl Frederick Nov. 16, 2011 | $7.99 | 50636 words | Sample 25% |
| The only book "est"/Werner Erhard tried to stop,in US Federal Court.The suit failed, and the title rocketed to the #2 position on the New York Times bestseller list, with more than a million copies in print! "est" has now changed its name to "The Landmark Forum" but the message is still the same, and you can get it in this Revised Edition at a fraction of the cost for the theatrical experience. | |||||
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"In The Twinkling Of An Eye" | by Liza Catron March 09, 2011 | $2.99 | 2659 words | Sample 40% |
| A glimpse of the rapture | |||||
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"The Mocking Bird's Song" by Curt Iles | by Curt Iles Dec. 28, 2011 | $4.99 | 49802 words | Sample 10% |
| "The mockingbird that sang at midnight was only one of a thousand steps on my road to restored health and joyful living. I firmly believe it was a gift from God just for me. It is a gift that i now pass on to you" -Curt Iles | |||||
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"Whoso Findeth A Wife" What It Really Means | by Cliffton Hubbard Sep. 30, 2009 | $5.00 | 6091 words | Sample 20% |
| Don’t you think that you’d be happy if your viewpoint of relationships, getting married, staying married, enjoying marriage, or marrying again is the same as God’s? God loves us all. This includes the Single, Married, Separated, Divorced, and the Widowed. Regardless of your past, present, or pain, it’s never too bad, or too late for God to love you, bless you, and bless your life. | |||||
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"Whoso Findeth A Wife" What It Really Means | by Cliffton Hubbard Sep. 27, 2009 | $5.00 | 6093 words | Sample 20% |
| Don’t you think that you’d be happy if your viewpoint of relationships, getting married, staying married, enjoying marriage, or marrying again is the same as God’s? God loves us all. This includes the Single, Married, Separated, Divorced, and the Widowed. Regardless of your past, present, or your pain, it’s never too late or too bad for God to love you, to bless you, and bless your life. | |||||
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'Hollywood' John McMullen Story | by Pat Ritter Dec. 31, 2009 | $0.99 | 21021 words | Sample 50% |
| John McMullen knew what he wanted to do at 17 years of age. His deep desire to be a harness racing driver. His desires bubbled to a point when he achieved his dream to drive against the best drivers in the world. How did he do it? This is a story of personal strength; tenacity; heartache; and inspiration with the will to succeed. | |||||
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'Twas The Night Before Tuesday September 11, 2001 | by Marcia Oliver Aug. 18, 2011 | $4.95 | 1334 words | Sample 30% |
| This poem, written by a volunteer firefighter/EMT, captures the horror, the tragedy, and the deadly outcome of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. It also portrays our powerful resolve to find the lost, protect our nation, and win the ultimate victory over terror both near and far. | |||||
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...In His Presence | by Kathleen Schubitz July 21, 2011 | $5.99 | 17311 words | Sample 20% |
| This book contains more than 100 poems. In this revised and expanded edition, Kathleen Schubitz offers more inspirational poetry and prose to encourage, uplift and edify God's children. The words come to life as they inspire each reader seeking answers through life's challenges. Each poem is accompanied by scripture for personal reflection and an alphabetical index for further study. | |||||
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100 Essential Thoughts- | by Angel Winget Aug. 30, 2011 | $3.00 | 7398 words | Sample 25% |
| Things going on in your life? Love your Life? Want to love it more? This is the book which you were exactly looking for! Thoughts are something which makes you live fantasy of your life in a while and encourage you to win the most and live what you have thought for. “When I am lost in my thoughts, I find myself in the world of solutions.†~Angel Winget | |||||
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100 Lessons on Happiness in 100 Words or Less | by Averil Leimon July 27, 2011 | $2.99 | 10521 words | Sample 23% |
| HAPPINESS by Averil Leimon: People tend to think Happiness is a very big and complicated topic. In fact, science shows that it is often the seemingly little things that make a huge difference to people’s well-being and sense of contentment. Happiness is not ephemeral, it is achievable and 100 Lessons on Happiness in 100 Words or Less shows how. | |||||
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100 Lessons on Style in 100 Words or Less | by Natasha Bird July 29, 2011 | $2.99 | 9397 words | Sample 23% |
| Style is not just about keeping up with the trends. It’s an attitude, a posture, a projection of personality. Simply put, to have style is to be able to demonstrate the best of yourself, outside and in. It is not always about making the boldest of choices, breaking the bank or braving the risqué. Sometimes the best statements are subtle, effortless, elegant. | |||||
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100 Verses For Hand Crafted Greeting Cards | by Carolyn Leadbetter Aug. 04, 2009 | $9.99 | 5105 words | Sample 15% |
| For anyone that enjoys making their own greeting cards, these verses will add just the right touch. | |||||
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101 Tips for Christian Bliss | by Zara Pennington Feb. 28, 2011 | $0.99 | 12947 words | Sample 20% |
| 101 Tips for Christian Bliss is a fun and helpful guide for those who are navigating the narrow and not-so-straight path of applying heavenly principles to everyday life on Earth. It offers advice ranging from the common sense to the completely outrageous tailored to Christians (as well as spiritual seekers of any or no faith). | |||||
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101 Ways to Meditate: Discover Your True Self | by Linda A. Lavid Feb. 23, 2011 | $2.99 | 15669 words | Sample 20% |
| 101 Ways to Meditate: Discover Your True Self is a primer to illuminate the landscapes within and beyond. Easily explained and specific, 101 Ways to Meditate, supplies a wide selection of processing, imagery, release, and inspirational meditations to make meditative practice life-affirming, insightful and fun. This book was a finalist in 2011 Global E-Book Awards. | |||||
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13 Things Rock and Roll Can Do For You: Advice for Leaders and Every One Else…At Home and At Work | by Frederic Gratto Sep. 16, 2011 | $0.99 | 59441 words | Sample 10% |
| What do you expect from yourself? Why do you do the things you do? Why are you the way you are? That’s what this book is about. Every one of us is trying to accomplish something as we proceed through life. We’re trying to reach goals and live according the values that guide us. It may surprise you to know, but rock and roll has plenty of sage advice and reliable information. | |||||
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20 KEYS OF CONSCIOUS CREATION | by Earle MacVeigh Dec. 28, 2010 | $9.99 | 40 words | Sample 10% |
| 20 powerful positive thoughts to help you understand that a Devine Matris holds the bridge to the consciousness of our universe. | |||||
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2012 - Year of the Water Dragon | by Donna Stellhorn Jan. 12, 2012 | $9.99 | 28305 words | Sample 10% |
| 2012 is the Chinese Year of the Water Dragon. Want to know what the Year of the Water Dragon has in store for you? Predictions for each Chinese Zodiac sign, Flying Star interpretation and an expanded section of Feng Shui cures, it's all here. This is Donna's biggest book of predictions yet, pages and pages of information to help you through 2012. | |||||
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2012 is Happening Now: A Spiritual View | by Mary Ellen Flora May 19, 2011 | $5.99 | 11098 words | Sample 20% |
| Transformation is occurring on planet Earth. Both spiritual and physical reality are changing at a rapid rate. Experience a new way of seeing the 2012 phenomenon, as a time of opportunity, creativity, and joy. Learn to see yourself as a spiritual creator to help your body deal with this changing world. Everyone can transform to a new level of creativity and this is the time. | |||||
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2012 The Year of Transformation | by Cecelia Smith Nov. 08, 2011 | $4.99 | 20334 words | Sample 20% |
| 2012 - The Year of Transformation: The dramatic changes humanity is destined to undergo in the year 2012 are detailed in this book. Steps on how to prepare for, survive and triumph through these changes are given; as well as calming meditations. | |||||
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21 Days | by James C Snaith May 31, 2010 | $21.99 | 42028 words | Sample 1% |
| 21 Days is a practical, step-by-step guide to the universal principles of seed-time & harvest. Every single human being is to live the Abundant Life, live healthy, live long. when anyone aligns themselves with the "UP" all things become real and visible. The universe is not a respecter of persons -it gives everything to anyone that follows its ways. | |||||
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22 Rules of Mastermind | by Ford Johnson Jan. 10, 2012 | $3.95 | 22583 words | Sample 20% |
| A world of prejudice, obscurity, vengeance, politicking and mortalities call for a man who will function beyond the ordinary mind. It would be a great mistake to function without masterminding, and it could be more delicate to venture without mastering your head! Life ‘NOW’ has ‘question-mark’ on every side. The perplexed has wondered and the powerful fear of losing her power and audacity. | |||||
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25 Lessons: What We Learned from Oprah | by Nancy Mehagian Oct. 25, 2011 | $6.99 | 22742 words | Sample 20% |
| "25 Lessons: What We Learned from Oprah"" is an intimate and often light hearted look at how some of the teachings of The Oprah Winfrey Show influenced the personal lives and career paths of the authors, Southern California friends who, like Oprah, love their dogs, their close friends, a good book, Mother Nature, ""aha"" moments and reeeeeaaaaalllly good food." | |||||
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25 Reasons Why...You Can Reach The Summit of Your Mountain of Influence | by John Meyer Jan. 07, 2011 | $3.99 | 3278 words | Sample 5% |
| The moment a person discovers why they were born and what they were born to do in this world, is when every fiber of their being comes alive. It isn't enough to just wish you could live your dream in life. It's only when a person takes action is when fulfillment comes. With God's help you can reach the summit of your mountain of influence in the earth. | |||||
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31 Days of Abundance: Meditations to Help You Make the Most of Every Moment | by Candy Paull June 08, 2010 | $2.99 | 8323 words | Sample 50% |
| Inspirational thoughts and practical action steps remind you to embrace the gifts life offers you right now. A month's worth of meditations and encouraging quotes encourage you to create and celebrate more abundance every day. Savor the small blessings that add up to a larger world of delight, wonder, and joyous appreciation for life itself. Includes bonus excerpt from Inner Abundance. | |||||
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31 Days of Encouragement: Meditations to Help You Persevere and Thrive in Difficult Times | by Candy Paull Nov. 23, 2010 | $2.99 | 9494 words | Sample 50% |
| A month's worth of meditations encourage you to keep on keeping on, persevering through tough times to fashion a life that is meaningful to you and a blessing to the world. A combination of inspirational thoughts, quotes, and practical action steps help you live mindfully, break through fear, choose peace, take action, and keep a positive attitude through the challenges and changes of life. | |||||
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31 Days Of Simplicity: Meditations to Help You Live With Greater Joy and Serenity | by Candy Paull Nov. 23, 2010 | $2.99 | 9038 words | Sample 50% |
| Choosing simplicity leads to a life of freedom, peace, quiet joy, and serenity. A month of practical advice, inspiring quotes, and daily meditations help you clear both outer and inner clutter, encouraging you to order your priorities around what matters most. Discover inspirational resources to help you make more room in your life for the joys of simple living and simply being alive. | |||||
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36 Candles: Chassidic Tales for Chanukah | by Libi Astaire Nov. 06, 2010 | $3.99 | 43445 words | Sample 20% |
| Chanukah, the Festival of Lights, will be a whole new experience after reading these thirty-six stories from the Chassidic tradition - one tale for each candle lit during Chanukah's eight nights. Join Chassidic masters such as the Baal Shem Tov, Zusya of Hanipoli, and Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev as they share their timeless wisdom for how to stay happy and optimistic during even the darkest times. | |||||
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365 African Proverbs | by Adedoyin Adedeji July 02, 2011 | $1.99 | 5673 words | Sample 30% |
| Proverbs are the palm oil with which words are eaten - These are the golden words of the great African writer Chinua Achebe (Author – Things fall Apart). Now you can enjoy the richness in African ancient wisdom. With the satisfaction of the readers in mind, 365 proverbs of the finest African Proverbs were carefully selected for the maximum reading pleasure of everyone.365 Rich Proverbs. | |||||
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365 Brilliant English Words That Influence People | by Abraham Great Oct. 26, 2010 | $8.99 | 27503 words | Sample 10% |
| The power of vocabulary in a man’s life is immense. Through our vocabulary we either make a friend or an enemy, whether it is known to us or not. Similarly and somewhat arguably, the heights—in terms of career, social status and general success—we attain in life are largely determined by our vocabulary. | |||||
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50 Smart ideas that made 1 million $ | by ikiGon Aug. 16, 2011 | $0.99 | 5235 words | Sample 20% |
| a collection of ideas that made 1 million dollars! | |||||
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500 Things God Promised You in 2012 | by Brenda K. Small Jan. 01, 2012 | $0.99 | 13655 words | Sample 20% |
| Thrive & survive 2012 with God's promises. This book will reveal to you 500 things that God has promised those who love and respect Him in 2012. This book is a treasure chest full priceless jewels of promises and affirmations which are inspired by the God to bring salvation, love, healing, deliverance, faith, hope and prosperity to the reader and doer of God's Word. | |||||
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6 Special Occasion Sermons | by Jay Jana June 10, 2010 | $2.95 | 15948 words | Sample 32% |
| INTRO OFFER-ENTER CODE QX44V and get this book at 49% off! $1.50 Need a sermon for Baccalaureate, Rally Sunday, New Years, an Outdoor Service, after Christmas, or Things to Do During a Dull Sermon. That is what these sermons are about. Important lessons for the Christian life, generously sprinkled with humor. Use them in your church, for personal devotions, or to inspire your own sermons! | |||||
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7 Principles to Guide Your Success in 7 Dimensions of Your Life | by Diamond Cartel Feb. 07, 2012 | $1.99 | 6516 words | Sample 20% |
| This motivational ebook was created to help guide you along the path of success in seven vital areas of your life: spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, financial, intellectual, and social. A quick, handy reference, it can recharge your drive when you're running on empty. | |||||
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7 Steps To Overcome Your Fear Of Public Speaking | by Peter Dhu April 04, 2011 | $10.00 | 11411 words | Sample 20% |
| Public Speaking is Mankind's number one fear. Learn how to overcome your fear and start speaking confidently, from a person who was unable to speak for most of his life. | |||||
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7 Steps To Overcome Your Fear Of Public Speaking | by Peter Dhu April 04, 2011 | $10.00 | 11411 words | Sample 20% |
| Public Speaking is Mankind's number one fear. Learn how to overcome your fear and start speaking confidently, from a person who was unable to speak for most of his life. | |||||
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A Book of Dibbles | by Spirita Dec. 23, 2010 | $2.99 | 30267 words | Sample 20% |
| What in the world is a DIBBLE? A dibble is a unique illumination that defies definition. Ever gone cloud riding? Had a meaningful conversation with a leaf? Found peace in a bubble? Communicated without words? Good for you! You're probably a Dibbler, then. Prepare yourself for Angels in human and canine forms, trees dispensing ancient wisdom and a wise rock spouting life energy. | |||||
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A Call to the Miraculous | by Sean Pinder Dec. 01, 2009 | $5.95 | 21236 words | Sample 15% |
| A Call to the Miraculous is a cry from the heart of God to this generation of preachers to demonstrate the power of God like Christ and the apostles did. The second part of this book gives testimonies of awesome miracles that took place in our ministry. Miracles such as blind eyes receiving sight, deaf ears being opened, broken bones healed supernaturally and many other miracles. | |||||
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A Candle Burned | by Jerry Guibor Jan. 19, 2009 | $16.00 | 52955 words | Sample 50% |
| For "A Candle Burned," Jerry Guibor interviewed friends of his who were born into Soviet oppression and survived those terrible times to find out there is a living God who loves them. Others stubbornly cling to their atheistic upbringings. Nevertheless, their stories are just as compelling. | |||||
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A Chaplain's Reflections, Poetry | by David Y Bevington Jan. 12, 2011 | $4.00 | 6134 words | Sample 20% |
| "A Chaplain's Reflections" is a book in inspirational Christian poetry that was used during the eight years Mr. Bevington was Protestant Chaplain of Angela Hospice, Livonia, Michigan. By using scripture, stories, poetry and his harmonica, Mr. Bevington was able to help dying patients, their families and friends face their difficult times, giving them hope in place of despair. | |||||
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A Christian's Perspective Journey Through Grief | by Shelia E. Lipsey March 28, 2011 | $0.99 | 16911 words | Sample 20% |
| A heart-rendering, candid book about the journey through grief from the eyes of one who has experienced it firsthand. | |||||
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A Christmas Carol | by Cuger Brant July 26, 2010 | $1.99 | 8073 words | Sample 50% |
| To me, the original story by Charles Dickens ‘A Christmas Carol’ encapsulates a ghost story, a sci-fi story and a moral. It ‘hits a chord' with me, and if you have a heart, most likely with you too. With very great respect and admiration to Mr Dickens, I had this inner need to update it, as to let you ‘modern’ day, poor souls, digest the moral and spirituality of the prose. | |||||
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A Chuckle From Heaven | by Larry Beman April 15, 2011 | $6.99 | 31922 words | Sample 20% |
| A Chuckle From Heaven: Bible Stories In-Between The Lines brings forty-one scriptures from the Hebrew and Christian testaments to life through story-telling and song. Based on solid research, each story imaginatively asks “What else might have happened?†Each story is self-contained and includes appropriate scripture references and reflection questions for individual or group discussion. | |||||
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A Dancarina do Cancer - Curando: Um passo de cada vez | by Patricia San Pedro Oct. 20, 2011 | $5.99 | 40687 words | Sample 25% |
| A DANÇARINA DO CÂNCER , CURANDO: UM PASSO DE CADA VEZ, é um livro para quem já passou por um desafio que abalou o mundo e mudou suas vidas. É para pessoas que são saudáveis ​​e precisam de um lembrete para cuidarem de si e desfrutarem de cada momento agora. | |||||
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A Dancing Star - Inspirations to Guide and Heal | by Eileen Campbell April 02, 2010 | $7.49 | 12069 words | Sample 10% |
| At times we all need inspiration – to make a major change in our lives, to help us deal with some unexpected, or perhaps tragic, life event, and to comfort and motivate us when we feel we have lost our way and life has lost its meaning. Simply opening this book each day and reading the wise words of those who have walked the road before us will help us to connect to the wisdom inside ourselves. | |||||
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A Different Kind of Love | by Enzo Surin Dec. 02, 2009 | $5.99 | 17917 words | Sample 25% |
| In a busy world, remaining connected is often easier said than done. If you’ve ever thought “I know what to do, but how…†take heart, help is here. A Different Kind of Love is not just a devotional book, but a devotional tool, complete, as the author states, “with a friend along for the journey.†This book speaks candidly and is a great read. | |||||
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A Divine Fairy's Tale by Glori Wolfe | by The Book Hub Company Nov. 15, 2011 | $2.99 | 36902 words | Sample 20% |
| Fact or fantasy? Does it really matter? Life is merely a matter of perception. Yes, we do simultaneously exist in the two worlds. | |||||
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A Dog Named Valor | by Joan Quimby Aug. 22, 2011 | $5.99 | 17433 words | Sample 15% |
| This is a true story about two puppies that are rescued from impending danger. Their rescuers want to help them become adoptable and find permanent loving homes. By giving the puppies a bath, good food and loving tender care, the rescuers expected to accomplish their mission in only a few days. Choices are made by the puppies, as well as the rescuers, and all choices have consequences. | |||||