Bøger af Marley Gibson

On June 27, 2004, we received the heartbreaking news that no parent ever wants to hear. Four days before his twenty-ninth birthday, our son, Billy, died in an ATV accident. Billy's sudden, unexpected death caused my family untold pain and anguish, the likes of which we'd never known. But, through our grief and sorrow, I found a silver lining - dedicating myself to assisting others who have lost loved ones, as well. Helping the bereaved to understand that though death may seem like the end, our loved ones are still very much with us. They send us signs - sometimes subtle - to let us know they are still by our side. They know how much we miss them and feel our love. This book is an inspirational guide to dealing with the loss of a loved one and learning to recognize the many ways they may connect with us.

Creativity exists within all of us.How do you do begin to exercise it? Take it one day at a time. Every day. For a year, no matter what day or month you start. Get to work and discover just how creative you can be and where it can lead you.A Year of Creativity gives you the tools to tap into your inner creativity and see where it can take you. The daily activities, exercises, and/or assignments are all meant to make you think about something you might not ordinarily view in a creative or inspirational way, while touching your senses, feelings, inspirations, memories, and aspirations. These activities invite you to use your imagination and create your own ideas, situations, dreams, adventures, exercises, answers, and responses that can even translate into your personal and work life.

I'm Chai Devareaux. By day, I'm your average senior at Miami's South Beach High. I love hanging with my friends at the beach, and I work hard to keep up my grades so I can get in Columbia University in the fall. But every afternoon and night? I transform into the model in front of the camera with the smoky eyes, perfectly styled hair, and fitted designer clothes. I'm the girl in all the hottest clubs where the beautiful people frequent and the fashion photographers gather. I'm the girl who everyone else wants to be. The problem is it's not my dream. I want to be a doctor. But try telling that to my mother, 80's supermodel icon, Claire-Ann Devareaux, a hard-living, hard-loving plastic surgery addict who's still chasing what's left of the limelight. And it makes my life a living headache. Even hooking up with hot teen supermodel Ty Willingham hands me more challenges than ever. Yeah, I might look like I have it made, but it's just the role I play. I'm such a poser. Warning: contains mature content, 18+.

Radisson, Georgia, is in the full Christmas-season swing. A tree decorates the city center, lights twinkle and shine all over town, and everyone's rushing around tending to last-minute holiday to-do items. None more so than Kendall Moorehead-yet she's anything but merry. Stressed from her academic finals and her work as a psychic, unnoticed and ignored by parents concentrating their attentions on her little sister Kaitlin, and overloaded with responsibilities for the church, the community, and her friend's wedding, Kendall isn't exactly in the Christmas spirit. Her bah-humbug attitude makes her want to sleep straight through the last week of the year... until a visit from the spirit of an old friend tells her she needs to slow down, enjoy being a teenager, and appreciate her life and family. During the night, Kendall is visited by three ghosts-Past, Present, and Future-who remind her of what a wonderful life she has and what a positive influence she is on others, particularly Kaitlin. Will she be able to recapture that blessed Christmas spirit, or will she be doomed to accept the troubling future that could be ahead for her?

Teen psychic Kendall Moorehead is about to embark on the most dangerous and shocking ghost hunt of her life. After all, it isn't every day that the ghost of Princess Diana steps in as a personal spirit guide. But Shy Di isn't the only surprise awaiting Kendall and her team of teen paranormal superstars as they begin a whirlwind tour of Europe with renowned TV medium Oliver Bates.As soon as Kendall sets foot on British soil she immediately encounters her first specter-a meeting that raises many questions, and sends her hot boyfriend Patrick rushing to help with the mystery...and to comfort in the way only a boyfriend can. Surely the trip to Paris and Rome will be even more romantic than this first day in London. That is if Kendall's ex-boyfriend Jason stays out of the way.But love problems and eerie British ghosts aren't Kendall's only problems. Team leader Oliver has brought along Scottish teen psychic Christian Campbell, a rising star with a sinister aura about him-literally. When Christian starts dabbling with a Ouija board during their paranormal investigations, things turn dark, as a potentially demonic entity named Dojo emerges. This being torments Kendall, making her doubt her mission and calling as a psychic. Kendall races to battle not only Christian and his shadowy methods, but also Dojo...wondering if both might be far more real than she wants to believe.

What's a city girl to do when she inherits a farm...and a hot handyman with it? Isabella "Griz" Perry thinks her boyfriend is about to propose, but instead he dumps her during her best friend's engagement party. So, when she receives news that her mysterious Aunt Stella has passed away and named Isabella the sole heir of her estate in Dilligas Flats, Alabama, the Boston graphic designer jumps at the chance to get away. However, this city girl is in for a rude awakening. Her imagined palatial plantation house, a la Gone with the Wind, is actually a rundown chicken farm with a rather surly-albeit gorgeous-live-in handyman. After a devastating shooting followed by being left at the altar, New York City cop Jake Hansen took off on his motorcycle and rode as far south as it would travel. Haunted by the past, he's shut down any chance of being in a relationship again. But the arrival of the impossibly stubborn, and adorable, Isabella to Dilligas Flats turns his resolve upside down. With Isabella's boss sending angry emails demanding her return to Boston and Jake's former fiancée popping up for a reconciliation, there's a bumpy road ahead for these would-be soul mates. Neither can resist the temptation the other offers. Can they each bury their skeletons, stop fighting themselves, and finally find true happiness? Resisting Temptation Book 1: Can't Touch This

For Vanessa Virtue, all work and no play leads straight to temptation, one that's too hot to touch...or resist.A well-deserved work promotion opens up a thrilling world that Vanessa could only long for until now: exotic travel, a corporate credit card, and the opportunity to ogle hunk-and-a-half Kyle Nettles. Unfortunately, their employer has a strict "no dating within the company" policy. So instead of succumbing to her feelings, Vanessa hones her flirtations on the competition: a rock star sales exec who works for their rival company.Rory Ellery has dreamy blue eyes and a kiss that threatens to obliterate Vanessa's taboo crush on Kyle...and just might provide a great chance for spying on the competition. That is, unless Rory is actually spying on her. When Vanessa goes digging for dirt with Rory, what she uncovers is scandal-and risks losing her job completely. To make things right with her employer, she'll have to enlist Kyle's help. But to make things right with her soul, is she willing to risk her job and her security in order to open her heart to Kyle?Resisting Temptation Book 2: Can't Fight This

"So, he's the one," Casey said with a grin, staring at her mother. What an emotional day with the admission of Shelby's tormented life, followed by the heartwarming story of a stranger's outpouring of love, and then ending with a confession of a young love affair that dazzled the heart of her sweet daughter, Casey. Through all Shelby Porter had been through with her abusive husband, Richard, and her heart pining for her long-lost love, Jack Emerson, Shelby accidently discovers an undisclosed secret about her tormented life. All the years of asking why came to light with the answer she now held in her hand. Or so she thought...A heated attempted murder trial, a family ripped apart, a woman existing every breath with fear and heartache. When Shelby's husband reveals his deception-one of profound circumstances-it opens up a whole new world to her and gives her heart the hope she's so long looked for. The love she's deserved.But tragedy strikes for Shelby and Jack, putting them on exactly the course they were destined to be on where more family twists, turns, and secrets are disclosed and their world erupts.When Jack is confronted with the monster who destroyed his and Shelby's life, will he be able to refrain from the revenge he so desires? Or, will he take the higher road? The one Shelby would have him travel? Hope and faith is all they have, but will it be enough? This is the epic conclusion of A Heart of Steel, the journey of one woman's life, love, and destiny... and the power of passion, heartache, tragedy, fame, and fortune held together by a family secret so powerful and clandestine, yet it will strengthen the greatest love story of modern day, a love destined to be forever...Because... love really is enough.

In the wake of being unceremoniously fired from her Manhattan-based copy editor position at a wine magazine, Hale Martin must now pack her bags and head to her grandmother's funeral. She hasn't been home to Haven Harbor, Florida, in five years, and still fragile from her recent divorce, her heart isn't into putting up with her oddball family and the town she grew up in. Along with all the tears, flowers, and mystery ingredient casseroles, the funeral also brings painful memories and shocking secrets. Hale finds comfort in her appreciation of wine, her dream of being a novelist, and the rekindling of her friendship with her old high school crush, Jordan Valvano. In her search for answers, direction, and purpose, Hale just might find true love--and better still, herself. This is the first book in the A Glamorous Life series: Book #1 - You Had Me at Merlot Book #2 - Head Over High Heels Book #3 - Saving Face Book #4 - All's Fair (coming January 2015)

Irina "Ira" Jeffries and her roommate, Fernanda Lopez, turn heads, even in a paradise like Miami's South Beach where beauty is the rule, not the exception. Ira lands local modeling gigs while working at an ultra-hip art deco hotel. Fernanda's classic Hispanic looks catapult her to the top of the local pageant scene. Both women take a mind-blowing ride into the cutthroat and competitive fashion and pageant worlds filled with seductive men, thousand dollar champagne toasts, Botox parties, spiked drinks, and the most incredible cities. Ira must choose between the frenetic pace of the fashion runways or the man she loves, sexy Spaniard and aspiring shoe designer, Pablo Andrews. Fernanda's quest for being the best and nabbing the crown of Miss United States drives her into the arms of local celebrity and former trash-talking Miami Tarpon football player, Thomas Traylor. Each woman eventually has to make the biggest decision of her life about who she really wants to be. The options leave them both Head Over High Heels.

Have we lived before? What awaits us after death? What is the purpose of our existence? Mankind has pondered these questions since the dawn of time. LOVE ONLY is the true story of one woman's multiple journeys to the other side and back. It chronicles her personal traumas that resulted in two Near-Death Experiences. It documents her past lives and the poignant messages she continues to receive from the after life. LOVE ONLY gives insight into these burning questions that we all share. While the "meaning of life" can be nebulous and difficult to individualize, LOVE ONLY tells the story of the author's dying process, and shares the messages and lessons learned from the other side. The messages are simple and concise. LOVE ONLY shares the insights explicitly given to the author to be shared with humanity. Unlike other literature on Near-Death Experiences, LOVE ONLY doesn't focus exclusively on the event itself, but elaborates on the "aftereffects" that have continued to affect the author throughout her life. While we may be inclined to think one dimensionally and view our current life as our only existence, LOVE ONLY discards this notion and paints a much larger picture of many lives - both past and future. It gives us a path to understanding the purpose of our lives and the dramatic impact we can all have by following guidance from the other side. LOVE ONLY defines the real purpose of our existence and gives us direction in making the most of our present lives here and now.

For over 60 years, Frank Weishaupt kept a secret from his family and friends. Then at a class reunion in 2009, he was asked a simple question - "What did you do during World War II?" Frank replied, "I was a spy." Take a trip back in time with a young man thrust into responsibility and maturity by loyalty to his country in a time of war. Born in 1926 the son of German immigrants, Frank Weishaupt grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio, where, at the age of sixteen, he was recruited into America's brand new Office of Special Services (OSS) for the lone purpose of spying on German military activities. Officially enlisted in the United States Navy, Weishaupt trained in secret during his high school years, studying the French and German landscape and learning hand-to-hand-combat. When he finally deployed in Europe, Weishaupt joined the Normandy invasion of France - not with a gun overhead, but a bicycle. Peddling across the European countryside, he infiltrated and blended in; playing the role of a wealthy, Swiss student. Armed with his knowledge of the French, Swiss, and German languages, he would engage the enemy on a daily basis, deliver vital troop movement information, smoke out a double agent in his own OSS ranks, and save himself from the Gestapo. Little did Weishaupt know he would be relaying his findings to some of the Allied forces' top brass-Montgomery, Bradley, and none other than General George S. Patton, Jr. himself. Journey with Weishaupt as he weaves his tale of recruitment, training and intrigue, dancing with princesses and wooing beautiful European women, aiding Jews to safe haven, and his search to find himself during times of personal struggle. For the first time, Weishaupt breaks his silence, openly sharing his experiences and details his covert OSS operations during war; paying tribute to those he left behind, the family who never knew his secret, and the fallen comrades he would never see again. WORTH FIGHTING FOR will have you cheering for Weishaupt as you retrace the footsteps of one young patriot who secretly made a difference.

Jordana Lopez has spent her life on the outside looking in and living in other people's shadows, but now it's time for her to shine. No longer is she the gangly little sister of a beauty queen or a Hollywood super star. Now, Jordana is making it on her own as one of the culinary world's hottest up-and-coming young chefs and everyone wants her. However, she only has eyes for the one person who has eluded her since her teenage days, former Miami Tarpons player and now team owner, Dante Laredo. He finally sees her for the beautiful, talented, and smart woman she is and not the awkward, mousy, braces-wearing little kid who was forever hanging around his parents' kitchen with her mother, their chef, Rosa. Now, Dante is willing to risk everything--including signing football's most wanted free agent who just happens to be his fiancee's brother--to claim Jordana as his own. However, his twin brother, Lorenzo, the real brains behind the operation of the Miami Tarpons, has something to say about his brother fraternizing with the daughter of their cook. Lorenzo makes it his business to divert Dante's attention away from Jordana and entertain Jordana himself in order to take the team to a whole new championship level...because all's fair in love and football.

"In this World War II memoir, Ada Warner relates growing up in the Netherlands during the German occupation. Always hungry, trying to keep warm, and trying to find a semblance of daily routine... her love of humanity shines through as she tells her story." Christy Monson, award-winning author of BANISHEDOn May 10, 1940, the usually peaceful and neutral country of The Netherlands was drawn into World War II when it was savagely invaded by Nazi Germany. Five days later, on May 15th, the Dutch surrendered and thus began a five-year-long occupation and suffering of the people of Holland.The Overdieks were your typical Dutch family; strong in their Mormon faith, country pride, and loyalty. However, the devastating Nazi occupation touched all who lived in The Netherlands and the Overdieks - John, Betty and their six children - were no exception. Daily survival was a chore and living to see another day was never certain.This retrospective by Ada Warner not only shares the horrors her family faced with near starvation and the constant fear of imprisonment by their invaders, but also their resilience, ingenuity, and dedication to survive at any cost. Despite the threat of punishment by death, Ada's father was a hero of the Dutch resistance; working to undermine the Nazis, and save Jewish families targeted by them.Ada details life in Amsterdam as a ten-year-old girl during this pivotal time in history; sharing both humorous anecdotes, as well as heartbreaking memories. Constant hunger... loss of friends... surviving air raids... even dodging German gunfire - things no child should ever experience. Yet, Ada persevered through it all with maturity and composure uncharacteristic of a child her age. Most importantly, she learned that love of family, internal fortitude, and an enduring faith would always be the most precious things in life.To most of us, World War II is but a distant memory only read of in history books or seen in archived newsreels. To Ada, it was a time of personal challenge and constant struggle. A horrific dark spot in mankind's history that must never be forgotten or allowed to repeat.Join Ada as she recounts the fears of Nazi occupation, the end of Dutch suffering during liberation by Allied forces in May of 1945, and, most of all, the comfort and security the Overdiek family finally found in their new home - America."Ada tells a heartbreaking tale of suffering and hardships during WWII in an uplifting, even humorous, and heart-rending way. Through this book, Ada's wish came true... for her stories to live on for her descendants and others to give an inside look into everyday hardships during this time in history." Drienie Hattingh, author of FOREVER FRIENDS

Hayley Matthews is determined to be the best cheerleader she can. She works hard and pushes herself 110% all the time. Then Hayley finds a lump on her leg. The diagnosis is cancer. The prognosis is unclear. She could lose her leg. Or maybe her life.At first Haley is scared, terrified. In an instant, everything she's worked for seems out of reach. But Haley is strong. She's going to fight this disease. She will not let it take her life or her dreams.

After some time off, Kendall's ready to begin ghost hunting again. But her life is still in flux. She misses Patrick, her new love. She needs to find a photographer to replace Taylor. Plus, she may have discovered who her real father is, but to be sure, she has to convince his family she's not a fake.And then there's a certain doll that seems to be out to get her and her friends. A doll? How could that be? Unless, perhaps, it's not just a doll. Maybe it's a vessel containing the soul of a man so evil in life, not even death could stop his reign of terror. This could be Kendall's most terrifying and deadliest encounter yet.

Kendall and her ghost hunting team is the talk of Radisson, Georgia, but one person isn't so pleased. Courtney Langdon doesn't appreciate Kendall's new popularity or her relationship with Jason, Courtney's ex. So Courtney begins dabbling in the paranormal world. At first it's all a game to draw attention away from Kendall. But Courtney doesn't know what she's getting into?or what wants in her. This is one game that's about to turn deadly serious. And for more about Kendall and the ghost huntresses, check out www.ghosthuntress.com!

Get out your tape recorders, crystals, and extra batteries-you're about to go where our world meets the spirit world.Psychic Kids, Paranormal State, Haunting Evidence-these and countless other television shows are making believers out of millions of people: Ghosts exist, and they're living right beside us. For centuries, individuals have been trying to prove the existence of ghosts. But without hard evidence, it's been difficult to make the case. But now as science and technology have progressed, ghost hunters have been able to use scientific means, along with more traditional psychic tools, to make their case. Photographs, video recordings, and sound recordings are all producing some amazing results.In this new series, Ghost Huntress, meet Kendall Moorehead, a seemingly typical teen. When her family moves from Chicago to the small historical town of Radisson, Georgia, her psychic abilities awaken. She's hearing, feeling, and seeing things that seem unbelievable at first, but with the help of the town psychic, Kendall is able to come to terms with her newly emerging gift. So, together with her new BFF, Celia, Kendall forms a ghost hunting team. They've got all the latest technology. They've got Kendall for their psychic. Now they're going to clean up Radisson of its less savory spirits.The story is fiction. The science is real. Welcome to a new reality.