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When tension begins to mount in relationships, the first impulse is to distance yourself as far as possible and avoid confrontation. But what if this discomfort could be used to strengthen your relationships and bring you closer to your partner? Rather than turn away from uncomfortable situations, Mary & Tom Cushman demonstrate that tension in relationships should be embraced and explored. In “Riding the Passionate Edge”, the Cushmans bring their years of personal experience together to prove that facing difficulties in relationships is the most beneficial for long-term intimacy and fulfillment.

Relationships are never easy, but “Riding the Passionate Edge” will provide you with the necessary tools to deepen your connection with your partner no matter what tension seems to stand in your way. With love and openness, you can bridge the gaps that lay between you to find compromise, resolution and ultimately, lasting happiness within your relationship.

When Lee Baldwin finds herself emotionally displaced following the disappearance of her husband, she withdraws from Manhattan to a small, Maine town for the winter to isolate herself. But her plans for solitude are soon forgotten as she becomes wrapped in the goings-on of the small town. From the petty problems of her landlady to developing friendships with the townspeople, Lee soon discovers the importance and impact of people in the world around her.

With genuine characters who struggle with their own obstacles, Preservation captures the lifestyle of New England before the arrival of modern times. While Lee may have her mind set on how she wants to live, her new-found friends will prove to her that life has other plans.

When the political season rolls around, we the American people only see the front lines: the candidates making speeches, attending events, and trying to win the votes of thousands of citizens. Meanwhile, the operations behind such a campaign, where all the work and organization is spent, remains hidden from the public. Who are the people that work tirelessly behind the scenes, in the shadows of the candidate in the limelight? What does it really take to successfully organize events, speeches, and other public appearances?

In this detailed and delightfully transparent work, Terry Baxter throws back the curtain and allows readers to get a rare backstage look into a political campaign. It’s not just any campaign, but the wild ride that took Ronald Reagan to the White House. You’ll follow the ups and downs of the political roller-coaster, and enjoy the thrills of unexpected twists and turns along the way. Showing off a different - but nonetheless, important - side of the political campaign system, you’ll discover more about American politics and its people than ever before!

Overshadowed by the legacy of his deceased father, Hugo Ari is thrust into upholding his father’s reputation when the Techan enemy attacks and decimates Hugo’s hometown. Displaced after the siege, Hugo flees with the other survivors and seeks refuge in the depths of the mountains. But safety is not in merely hiding; in the capital city, an assembly of forces joins together to stop at nothing to capture the one who has the mark of a Remaker, the very mark that Hugo bears.

Captivating and imaginative, this debut novel by Ian Yamagata will keep readers on the edge of their seats as the fate of Hugo is determined! Will Hugo evade capture by the Techan forces, and can he persevere to save the world of Mythra? “Mark of the Remaker” will take you into a world where adventure is around every corner as Hugo embarks on the journey of a lifetime!

Intimate relationships are an essential part of our lives, but they can quickly become complicated, difficult, and sometimes painful to manage. This problem permeates all forms of intimate relationships, but Arlen Leight is aware of its particular impact on gay men and focuses his efforts on providing wholesome support for homosexual men. “Sex Happens” is a timely comprehensive guide to help gay men and their partners deepen their relationships while maintaining sexual intimacy and creativity. No individual should have to suffer within the most intimate relationship of his life, and Leight’s plethora of expertise is sure to benefit any gay man, no matter where he may be in his life or intimate relationship.

If you’re trying to improve your relationship with your partner, look no further than “Sex Happens”. With in-depth analysis of a variety of problems that you may be experiencing in your relationship and numerous advice on what action to take, this book will help you discover ways to improve your connection with your partner and determine what is the best for you and ultimately, for your life.

Life for kids today is much different than it was only a few generations ago. Rather than sitting inside playing video games, kids were outside from dusk to dawn playing stick-ball, four-square, football, kick-the-can, and any other games they could think up. Today’s generation of kids are plagued with an increase in childhood obesity and a decline of interpersonal skills, something children learn from playing with one another. “‘Til the Streetlights Came On” brings readers back to a time when playing neighborhood games was just another day in the life of being a kid.

Author Daniel J. Porter vividly recounts what life was like growing up where the number one rule as a kid was “if you wanted to be in, you needed to be out.” He shares the importance and enjoyment kids gained from playing neighborhood games, something that has significantly declined in the past twenty-five years. “‘Til the Streetlights Came On” echos of a time past when the nation of youth actually played outside and inspires readers to bring back the lessons learned from these neighborhood games.

Friends Brandon, Sarah, and Stephen have just started summer vacation and are ready for an adventure. Brandon has always wanted to explore the basement of his Aunt Faye’s mansion, certain that it is full of treasure. He convinces Sarah and Stephen to sneak into the house with him and sure enough the basement is full of antique wonders. They are particularly fascinated by a decorated niche, which upon inspection suddenly transports them back in time to 1965, New Orleans.

The three friends must now embark on an adventure much bigger than they had anticipated and find their way back to 2005. To make matters worse, they must avoid being notice and ensure they do nothing that could change the future.

Here By Mistake: The Secret of the Niche by David Ciferri is a highly entertaining time-travel novel, packed with action and adventure. Readers will be transported right along with the kids and see what life was like back in the 60s, all the while wondering if the trio will ever make it home!

Author Hoagy Pretchet had just moved to San Diego with the hope that the new change of scenery would allow him to move beyond the traumas of his past. He was alone, friendless, and living with the gloom of his mind - and he preferred it that way. The last thing reclusive Hoagy Pretchet expected was to find himself in the midst of a criminal investigation regarding the death of his captivating neighbor, Catherine Nabesada.

The plot thickens when Hoagy learns that the three police officers who questioned him about Catherine’s death are not, in fact, policemen, and that Catherine Nabesada is not actually dead. So begins the mystery of The Nabesada Affair.  Uncharacteristic of his isolated behavior, Hoagy plunges himself into The Nabesada Affair, determined to solve the riveting mystery. While following clues, Hoagy’s courage and cunning are tested as he encounters dangers that threaten his life. All the while, Hoagy is working relentlessly to finish his third and latest novel, a captivating thriller about a serial killer.

Author Yomi Akinode has created an enthralling mystery that will have readers on their toes, eagerly waiting to learn the truth behind The Nabesada Affair.