Bøger af Scott James

Scripture paints a vivid picture of God as gardener and cultivator. This book introduces this imagery to readers ages 5-10 in a lyrical, engaging style to help them understand the story of redemption and see God's creative work in the world.

The author of Dirt: A Crime Novel, Scott James brings you a modern heist story. When X-Games superstar and war hero Sonny Haight asks Shelby Tanner, the daughter of a NASCAR legend, to be his get away driver for a bank robbery, it launches them on a hundred mile an hour thrill ride that can only end one of two ways: Dead or Alive. Sex & Robbers is a visual feast of passionate sex, fast cars, girls with machine guns, bank heists, strippers, the mob, NASCAR and Colorado weed. The only thing missing is baseball. It's the American Dream.

The path to absolute power is fashioned from the bones of one's adversaries. There can be only one great power of the True Darkness Folk, those who bring ruin to the innocent and who corrupt innocence for their own ends. There is no path to redemption for one who refuses it - there is only the path into the dark, the way across the grave, the road to personified might, the weaving of one's particular fiefdom, a particular sort of reverberating fury, the means to the hierarchy of hierarchies, the Hierarchy of Kings.

The lands of bound mist and broken spirit stir with concealed shapes, discovered secrets and hidden purposes. Who will answer the call to arms and journey to the lands of the Malice-Folk, there to meet their possible fate and potential doom? For therein lies hazards beyond the boundaries of daily life, and dangers await those who decide to walk the path of peril, those souls who would dare to seek and face the Mirror of Courage.

Pabascas, a youthful Perilorn, is missing. Once a ward of Taros the Sentinel, he has set out into the world on his own, and his fate remains unknown. Has he met his doom at the hands of his enemies, or is he in the dire clutches of his allies? Only an expedition will do, so Taros sets out, his hammer-maul in hand, his greatest weapon being hope, the Knife of Dreamscapes, which buoys oneself against despondency and despair, and which shapes the decisions, choices and selections of all brave folk.

"There's a wickedness in some people, an evil that can't be cured. And there's no amount of redemption or forgiveness that can bring them back." In his first novel, Scott James brings 1970's Pacific Northwest police work to life. It was a time when mustaches and revolvers were standard issue and the rules were more lax, but the policeman's Oath was the same: Uphold the Law. Three twenty something cops are at the beginning of their careers in two small Oregon towns. They are learning to balance the demands of their chosen profession and the women they love. David is a rising star in his department. Colin is a rookie determined to uncover the truth behind the murders of two teenage girls. Doug is a Vietnam veteran who shoulders heavy guilt and motivation to avenge past wrongs. When an unwanted visitor comes to town asking for forgiveness for his sins in Southeast Asia, Doug's not so distant past comes racing back to haunt him and the dark secrets from Vietnam teeter on the brink of being exposed. The events that follow challenge the three men's beliefs about right and wrong as they realize police work is never as black and white as it seems and in the end no one will leave the job unscathed.

Monty the Monkey "The Adventure of the Magical Garden" is a heartwarming and educational journey that teaches children the importance and benefits of good nutrition in a fun, exciting and engaging way.Follow Monty and his friends as they explore the jungle, discover new foods and learn about the amazing benefits of healthy eating. From the crisp crunch of fresh fruits and vegetables to the rich taste of whole grains and superfoods, Monty and his friends discover a world of delicious and nutritious foods they never knew existed.But this is not just a story about food. It is a story about friendship, perseverance, and the power of knowledge. Through Monty's journey, children learn that it's not always easy to make healthy choices, but with the support of friends and the guidance of mentors like Mrs. Monkey, anything is possible.As Monty and his friends overcome challenges and discover the joy of healthy eating, readers will be swept up in the emotion and inspiration of this heartwarming tale. With vivid illustrations, relatable characters, and conversations that bring the story to life, Monty the Monkey "The Adventure of the Magical Garden" is a must-read for children and parents alike.Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and transformation, as Monty and his friends show us that with a little bit of knowledge and some determination, we can all live healthier and happier lives.

Scott James, author of Dirt: A Crime Novel, brings you HEIST: An American Bank Robbery. The Midwest is no stranger to the Public Enemy Era. Small time bank robber Sonny Haight is good at his craft, with methodical heist plans and escape routes. When he meets Shelby Tanner, the daughter of a NASCAR legend and no slouch behind the wheel in her own right, the two launch on a non-stop thrill ride that can only end one of two ways. When Sonny's money laundering connection asks him to pull off a bank robbery, it unleashes a chain of events that leaves a wake of destruction across the Heartland. HEIST is a face paced visual feast of passionate sex, the mob, strippers, downhill mountain bikers and Colorado weed.

The Gryllyc - an oasis in the midst of a barren desert wasteland. Adran - a peaceful farmer living his dream, removed from the violence of his past, working his land and watching over his people. Yet, soon it seems Adran must wake from the dream, picking up what he left behind and becoming the man he had thought he had forgotten, undergoing the requisite agony, the price he must be willing to pay to save the innocents he protects.

El sembrador presenta estas imágenes bíblicas a los lectores jóvenes para ayudarlos a entender la redención histórica y a estar deseosos de una reconciliación futura. The Sower introduces this biblical imagery to young readers to help them understand the story of redemptive history and look forward to future reconciliation.

Working as a lab intern for the Phoenix Corporation, paraplegic Zach O'Neill injects himself with an experimental super-serum developed by the brilliant Dr. Julius Adnoid in the hopes of regaining his former life. He gets more than he bargained for when he is transformed into a powerful new form. Now serving as the Phoenix Corporation's super-powered sentinel of justice, Zach embraces the role of hero as Juiceman.

Pairing with The Expected One or used by itself, The Risen One is a short and sweet devotional by Scott James, helping families everywhere celebrate Lent and experience all Jesus is for us in the Easter season.

Resiliency is a worthwhile pursuit, both for individuals and communities. But how to build strength into our lives as citizens? And into our towns? According to author Scott James, the answer lies within our neighborhoods, where sustainability meets preparedness. Prepared Neighborhoods will walk you step by step through creating a more resilient – and enjoyable – neighborhood and community.Self-sufficiency for every citizen is not realistic nor desirable. Creating group resilience through urban homesteading and neighborhood preparedness projects is a much more attractive goal that leads to a stronger community and brighter future!

Offers a unique and fascinating insight into how two of Europe's longest serving prime ministers, Tony Blair and Bertie Ahern, sought to radically reshape the EU policy making process in the UK and Ireland in order to further their strategic policy agendas

Different ways of life aren't so far away from ours..."Between a Man and a Woman" is a gripping, thrilling and heartbreaking story of domestic abuse. A fast paced drama that questions if abuse is a learned behavior or something that is within us? It gives us an insight into what happens behind closed doors and whether that is actually just between husband and wife or whether it involves a larger number of people."F*ckingLifeMate" is an outrageous dark comedy. How does the area in which we grow up affect us? If what you see is what you know, does that mark your card from the start? The play follows Kirsty, a girl growing up on an estate in Thamesmead in South East London, trapped in the welfare system. Crime rate is high, teenage pregnancy is common and being gay is still not okay. Kirsty and her friends maneuver their way through this way of life, whilst dealing with their troublesome families and home-lives.The first fully staged production of "Between a Man and a Woman" premiered at The Bread & Roses Theatre in 2017 and "F*ckingLifeMate" had its world premiere at The Bread & Roses Theatre in 2018.

Beautiful hardback kids' book following the adventures of a boy who waits for, and then witnesses, the first Christmas.

Published to coincide with his 2016 centenary, this book is the first illustrated monograph on Kenneth Armitage to include a complete inventory of all his known sculptures.