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People are drawn to legendary disaster stories such as that of the Titanic, seeking hope and heroism among the wreckage. The Day The Whistles Cried is a true disaster tale, filled with real people and their lives. Reading about America's worst train wreck is opening a window into Time. Two steam locomotives collide head-on in a cornfield at the edge of Nashville on July 9, 1918, taking the lives of more than a hundred people and injuring at least 300 others. This tragic tale, set against a backdrop of wartime urgency and human error, unfolds in the midst of the racial and societal divisions of the early twentieth century. Segregation and cultural mores helped decide who would perish and who would survive this cataclysmic event, resulting in a book that is more than fact: a riveting story of decided historical impact. The Day the Whistles Cried reveals the railroad system in action in its heyday. Romance and adventure, systems and rules, architecture and machinery. Its sub-culture was intrinsic to America's economy and people.

Spicy loves sharing moments of her life with her pen pal Rainey. Through letters, she tells of her scary experience the first time she almost had her claws clipped, why she wears a special collar to keep her in the back yard, games she has invented, and whether it's okay to be a scaredy cat. Spicy and Rainey decided it would be fun to share some of these letters with you. We hope you enjoy them.

Life is ever changing and so is Spicy’s world. Now she shares her home with sisters Tinker and Bella, plus a boy cat named Junior. Yeah, a Boy! Not only does Junior stir up mixed emotions among the girls, he considers himself to be a Mighty Hunter—and he’s out to catch his Trophy Prey.For all of you who have ever been called a scaredy cat, well, maybe that’s a good thing. But Spicy learns about a new way to be scared. Being embarrassed. It was awful. Until she learned to laugh at herself.And have you ever tried to teach someone else something? Bella has. She taught Mother a big lesson: Not to chase cats! Later, Spicy teaches her MiMa an exciting new game called This Door That Door. And Tinker? Well, Tinker tries to teach Junior to be her assistant. She’s Daddy’s fashion consultant, you know, and is used to working alone. So how does her new Junior Assistant work out? To tell the truth, we’re all still reeling from that experience.We hope you enjoy Spicy’s stories.

Life is seldom humdrum with five cats in one house. Spicy has had a busy year but still finds time to send poems and letters to her pen pal Rainey. Spicy always knew she was the favorite cat, but she didn't know all the other cats thought they were the favorite, too. And what happens when sisters fight? Is anyone else affected? Will they ever make up? What would you do if you were a mouse and found yourself inside a house with five cats chasing you? Oh, and the cats had a visitor who heard Angel singing. He promised to make her a star. Only one problem: Angel would have to leave home. Could Spicy stand by and let her best friend leave? Have you ever lost a tooth? Spicy lets Tinker take to the keyboard to tell Rainey about her own experience losing a tooth. But did the tooth fairy come visit? In Volume Three of her adventures, Spicy tells all, sending Fondest Purrs to all her readers, and Rainey sends big hugs, too.

Spicy continues to keep her pen pal Rainey entertained with stories and poems of her life with four feline housemates. In Love and Purrs, Spicy uses poetry to describe a fun visit she had with her human friend Lyla, who loves cats, and when they all hid, except Spicy, of course, Lyla and Mother went looking for them. Where were they hiding? Spicy also shares memories of her Auntie Kiki, a beautiful Siamese, and has set to rhyme the story of a zany afternoon when playtime went haywire for Kiki and her mama. Spicy has stories about games she plays, Tinker's career (Can you believe that?), and the time she wanted a pet of her own. Spicy hopes these events in her life will help you to appreciate the great moments in your own life and to build special memories with your family and friends. Rainey sends her love. Enjoy!

Two stories. Two universes. Anya Hemming is a bright, cheerful, and rosy nine-year-old living in Oregon. She spends her days reading, daydreaming, and stargazing. All is well in Anya's life until one sudden day when she is visited by two strangers from another universe. Embarking on a life-changing adventure filled with magic, flying, and sorcery, Anya sets out to finish a long overdue story.

Special needs children get a voice through this children's book. It reaches into the hearts and minds of children both with and without Cerebral Palsy, bringing them together in a way that neither expects. Mrs. McAuley's purpose in writing this book is to help educate all children, with or without special needs, by encouraging their acceptance of each other.

"All of my perpetrators are dead. I didn't kill'em, in case you're wondering... even though many times I would've liked to." So begins the story of Probity Jones. Part spy novel, part murder mystery, part coming-of-age saga, "Chrysalis" is based on a true story and weaves together fact and fiction, international politics, the CIA, torture, mind control, MKUltra, satanic ritual abuse, and growing up in a very small town

Beginning of the Maelstrom is about a quest to save our cosmos (the Helix) from forces of evil which intend to take control of it. Lord Maelstrom is the unseen architect of this ominous control. The Helix's Savior: Part One is the earliest attempt by Alexander, a surviving member of the Ancients, to counter these evil forces of darkness. Alexander has the unusual magical power of the assumed exterminated human subspecies, the Ancients, members of an ancient society (thus earning its name) which fell long ago for an unknown reason. Alexander's mission is to counter the diabolical forces from Maelstrom and his agents. Before then, Alexander must recollect his past and harness his gifts to save the Helix.

Beginning of the Maelstrom is about a quest to save our cosmos (the Helix) from forces of evil which intend to take control of it. Lord Maelstrom is the unseen architect of this ominous control. The Helix's Savior: Part One is the earliest attempt by Alexander, a surviving member of the Ancients, to counter these evil forces of darkness. Alexander has the unusual magical power of the assumed exterminated human subspecies, the Ancients, members of an ancient society (thus earning its name) which fell long ago for an unknown reason. Alexander's mission is to counter the diabolical forces from Maelstrom and his agents. Before then, Alexander must recollect his past and harness his gifts to save the Helix.