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Killer in High Heels

What happens in Vegas doesnt always Stay in Vegas. L.A. Shoe Designer, Maddie Springer hasnt seen her father since he reportedly ran off to Las Vegas with a showgirl named Lola. So shes shocked when he leaves a desperate plea for help on her answering machine ending in a loud bang. Gunshot? Car backfire? Never one to leave her curiosity unsatisfied, Maddie straps on her stilettos and, along with her trigger-happy best friend, makes tracks for Sin City in search of her MIA dad. Maddie hits the jackpot, all right. She finds not only her dad, but also a handful of aging drag queens, an organized crime ring smuggling fake Prada pumps, and one relentless killer. Plus, it seems the LAPDs sexiest cop is doing a little Vegas moonlighting of his own. In a town where odds are everything, Maddie bets it all on her ability to out-step a vicious murderer. She just hopes her gamble pays off... before her own luck runs out.

Spying in High Heels

High Crime meets High Fashion+J52 L. A. Shoe Designer, maddie Springer, lives her life by three rules: Fashion. Fashion. Fashion. But when she stumbles upon the work of a brutal killer, her life takes an unexpected turn from Manolos to murder. And things only get worse when her boyfriend disappears along with $20 million in embezzled funds and her every move is suddenly under scrutiny by the LAPDs sexiest cop. With the help of her post menopausal bridezilla of a mother, a 300 pound psychic and one seriously oversexed best friend, Maddie finds herself stepping out of her stilettos and onto the trail of a murderer. But can she catch a killer before the killer catches up to her.

Wise Enough To Be Foolish

Wise Enough to be Foolish is a fictionalized memoir that traces the journey of an Indian girl’s life, with all its challenges and delightful surprises, as she blossoms from an insecure child into a confident young woman. This roller-coaster ride of adventure, laughter and heartache, as she balances her love life with her struggle for independence, will keep you guessing – What rules will she break next? How far will she go to find herself?

Return

He walked away from everything, but his family refused to give up. What will it take to get Luke Baxter's attention. A Shattered Relationship - Luke, the Baxter family's golden boy and only son, has walked away from everything that mattered most to him, his faith, his family and Reagan, his only love. Devastated by the events of September 11, 2001, Luke decides that life is random, faith a fraud and God a fantasy. A Secret - A baby is about to be born, but with Reagan a thousand miles away in New York City, Luke has no idea he is the father. Now, though, someone in his family learns the truth, But she has a secret of her own, one that will change the Baxter's life forever. A Revelation - What will it take for Luke to return to the family who loves and aches for him? And what extremes will a certain young firefighter take to help bring the Baxters together again, in the process, find his place in the family.

Redemption

A Shocking Betrayal - Kari Baxter Jacobs is furious, hurt and confused. Her husband Tim, a respected professor of journalism is having an affair with a student. Stunned, Kari returns home to the Baxter family to sort things out. But when an old flame comes back into her life, she is more confused then ever. A Difficult Decision - How can Kari forgive her husband? What could possibly ease the pain? And what about her own revived feelings for Ryan, a man she knows she should avoid? A Reason to Hope, as Kari searches for answers, an unexpected discovery gives her hope for the future. But when she faces her darkest hour, can she find the faith and strength she needs to move on.

Remember

Remember is second in the five-book Redemption series by Gary Smalley and Karen Kingsbury that centers around the Baxter family. As readers follow the hopes and struggles of the family, they will explore key relationship themes as well as the larger theme of redemption, both in characters’ spiritual lives and in their relationships.

The Twelfth Imam

366 Readings From Islam

Islam means 'submission to GOD'. A Muslim is someone who has submitted to god, recognizing Muhammad as a prophet of god. Jaico's 366 Readings Series is the first comprehensive collection of the spiritual literature of the whole world presented in accessible form. It is aimed at people who wish to broaden their spiritual outlook, and also at the much larger group who have little or no attachment to a religious community, but seek spiritual wisdom.

Sri Ramakrishna: The Face of Silence

Sri Ramakrishna, one of the greatest spiritual personalities of our time, is widely recognized as the Prophet of the Harmony of Religions. After perfecting the practice of several religions – including Christianity, Islam and various traditions of Hinduism – he declared, “As many faiths, so many paths.” For the first time, two classic biographies – Dhan Gopal Mukerji’s The Face of Silence (1926) and Swami Nikhilananda’s Sri Ramakrishna (1942) – are brought together to provide a fuller understanding of the life and spiritual significance of Sri Ramakrishna as well as the systems of Indian religious thought intimately connected with him. Pairing legend with fact, memory with history, this unique volume – including an Introduction to Sri Ramakrishna’s God-consciousness by Swami Adiswarananda – succeeds in intimately examining the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna and conveying the true story of this great mystic, whose leaping flame of spiritual realization continues to influence the modern spiritual search.

Success

THE BOTTOM LINE ON SUCCESS Most of us are eager to achieve success in life. But are we really sure what actions yield true, lasting success? Do you KNOW that you’re taking steps in the right direction? Success is different for every person. But the principles for the journey don’t change. In Success, John Maxwell distills success down to its essential components. In this short and easy-to-read volume, he shows you exactly what success looks like. He also offers specific steps you can take and ways you can overcome obstacles that might otherwise keep you from achieving success. SUCCESS BREEDS SUCCESS – IN YOU, IN THOSE CLOSEST TO YOU, AND IN EVERYONE YOU LEAD.

The Mind of Ramana Maharshi

Sri Ramana Maharshi (1879-1950) was still in his teens when he attained enlightenment through a remarkable experience, as if undergoing death of the physical body, while remaining in full consciousness. He left home for the sacred hill of Arunachala where he taught the purest form of Advaita Vedanta (non-duality) through the simple discipline of self-inquiry. His teaching, his principal instruction to all his devotes was always to meditate on the question “Who am I?” In this book Arthur Osborne gives an account of the life and teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi. It has a special relevance to our age with its outlines of a religion based on the Indian scriptures which is essentially spiritual, without ceasing to be rational and ethical.

Leadership

No matter who you are, you can lead – and lead well. That is the message New York Times best-selling author John C. Maxwell gives in this power-packed guidebook: Leadership. Here the consummate leader offers a succinct and inspiring framework for enhancing the leadership abilities you already possess. Learn how to: Follow your vision and bring others with you Produce a lasting legacy Make continual investments in the quality of your leadership Increase your ability to influence others Empower others through mentoring Use self-discipline to improve your character – and your results ONE OF THE KEYS TO SUCCESSFUL LEADERSHIP IS APPLYING THE CONCEPTS THAT HAVE MADE OTHER LEADERS STRONG.

Winston Churchill

Winston Churchill was querulous, childish, self-indulgent, and difficult. But he was also brilliant, tenacious, capable and one of the most influential men in history. This book gives a brilliant and narrative account of Churchill’s astounding career that is unmatched in its shrewd insights and its unforgettable anecdotes. He captivated the world with his speeches and his writings. Born to an aristocratic family, young Winston was whisked off to boarding school at an early age and left in the care of a nanny, Elizabeth Everest. From a very young age, Churchill believed he was destined to play a great role in the life of his nation, and he determined to prepare himself. This book also covers Churchill’s leadership during the war, especially at the outset, when England stood alone and in imminent danger of defeat.

The First Principle: Talks On Zen

In The First Principle Osho captures the unique, colorful, seemingly-crazy spirit of Zen through talks on a collection of Zen stories – anecdotes of the often-bizarre interchanges between a master and disciple in the quest for truth. From these anecdotes, Osho distills Zen’s pragmatic essence for the reader and conveys an alive understanding of its message – “the first principle.” Authentic truth cannot be said with words, it can only be lived. Speaking to the contemporary, modern reader without robbing these old tales of their magic, charm and humor, Osho reminds us that “You are the shrine for the first principle. So the only way is to go within. Turn in. That is what meditation is all about.” In addition to commenting on these stories, Osho also answers questions and tells jokes on topics such as living with the contradictions of life, genuine longing as distinct from spiritual greed, maturity, and how one can be in an authoritative work role. He is constantly challenging us to discover greater self-awareness and consciousness from within.

Jaico Book of Baby Names

Naming a child is an art by itself. The more culturally sophisticated the parents, the more fanciful would be the names they pick up for their children. Jaico Book of Baby Names is an exercise in getting down to names. It is the first book of its kind which provides the etymology of words and gives brief biographical sketches of individuals who bear distinguished names. Invaluable to every home where eternal problem of naming a new arrival arises. This book contains over five thousand names arranged alphabetically and phonetically.

Evolutionary Enlightenment

Cohen’s message is simple, yet profound: Life is evolution, and enlightenment is about waking up to this fundamentally creative impulse as your own deepest, most authentic self. In Evolutionary Enlightenment, Andrew Cohen redefines spiritual awakening for our contemporary world—a world characterized by exponential change and an ever-expanding appreciation for the processes of evolution. Through five tenets for living an enlightened life, Cohen empowers you to wholeheartedly participate in the process of change, shaping your spiritual practice. Evolutionary Enlightenment not only makes deep sense of life today; it shows you how to play an active role in shaping the world of tomorrow. The universe, born 14 billion years ago, slowly evolved into matter, then life, then consciousness and culture, and finally you—a human being with the power to self-reflect and the freedom to choose. Are you ready to discover the timeless freedom of spiritual awakening, the vastness of this evolving cosmos, and most importantly, the enormous responsibility that each one of us holds for its future . . . About The Author Andrew Cohen is a spiritual teacher, cultural visionary, and founder of the global non-profit EnlightenNext and its award-winning magazine EnlightenNext. Giving public lectures and intensive retreats the world over, on his original, contemporary spiritual path and practice, Evolutionary Enlightenment, and through his writings, his teachings, and his ongoing dialogues with philosophers, scientists, mystics, and religious leaders from almost every major tradition, he is one of the defining voices of the new evolutionary spirituality. Table Of Contents PART I A Cosmic Journey Prologue: A Longing to Evolve 1. Back to Before the Beginning 2 Nonduality 3 We Were There When It All Began 4 A Big Yes 5 Awakening to Evolution 6 The Universe Project PART II Understanding the Territory Introduction to Part II 7 The Self: Relative and Absolute 8 Enlightening the Choosing Faculty 9 The Postmodern Predicament 10 A Moral Imperative PART III The Path and the Goal Introduction to Part III 11 The Art and Science of Stillness 12 Clarity of Intention 13 The Power of Volition 14 Face Everything and Avoid Nothing 15 The Process Perspective 16 Cosmic Conscience PART IV Enlightenment and the Evolution of Culture Introduction to Part IV 17 A Higher We 18 Catalyzing Emergence 19 Creating the Future 20 The Edge of Evolution

366 Readings From Buddhism

Buddha means 'enlightened person'. A Buddhist is someone who follows the teachings of a particular enlightened person, called Gautama. Jaico's 366 Readings Series is the first comprehensive collection of the spiritual literature of the whole world presented in accessible form. It is aimed at people who wish to broaden their spiritual outlook, and also at the much larger group who have little or no attachment to a religious community, but seek spiritual wisdom.

Living Thoughts of Great People

This daily reader introduces you to all the important concepts and techniques of leading a spiritual life in today’s world. The insights given here are stated in simple words and stresses Easwaran’s eight point program for meditation and spiritual living.

Your Life Is Your Message

Eknath Easwaran has healed thousands of people by teaching them how to live at peace with themselves and their world. Your Life Is Your Message is his seminal work, offering a vision of personal growth that brings together the quest for inner fulfillment, the desire to contribute to the world, and the need to enrich personal relationships. By showing us how interconnected these three are, Easwaran persuades us that making small daily changes in the way we think and live can change the world around us. Practical and inspirational, humorous and profound, Your Life Is Your Message shows readers they can be more loving, more focused, more capable of living out their ideals by providing a set of practical spiritual disciplines to bring about these changes. It is a book that will transform the lives of all who read it.

The Energy Of Prayer

In this extraordinary celebration of spirituality The Energy Of Prayer demonstrates the relevance of prayer in our daily lives. Thich Nhat Hanh reveals how the energies of prayer and meditation allow us to reconnect with our higher selves while satisfying our basic need to connect with the world as a whole. With a generous spirit that acknowledges the many different types and functions of prayer, The Energy Of Prayer provides a guide for deepening our spiritual practice through the use of prayer. Thich Nhat Hanh introduces the reader to several meditation methods that re-envision prayer as an open, inclusive, and accessible practice that helps create healthy lives through the power of awareness and intention. This book includes visualization and breathing exercises, as well as a rich sampling of prayers, chants, and invocations from the Buddhist tradition.

Sunshine & Green Leaves: The Essential Writings

Drawn from more than twenty of his books, these are the essential writings of one of the most beloved and influential spiritual figures of our day. Zen master, monk, poet, and peace advocate, Thich Nhat Hanh is a Vietnamese Buddhist monk who has lived in exile in France for the past 30 years. Through his writings and retreats he has helped innumerable people of all religious backgrounds to live mindfully in the present moment, to uproot sources of anger and distrust, and to achieve relationships of love and understanding.

Excuse Me God…

There is a way to fulfil your every desire. It is by saying, Excuse me God... Yes, you can speak to God and ask him for whatever you wish. This communication with God is what is called ‘prayer’. It is the telephone number of God. Just pick it up and talk to Him. He listens. Anywhere, anytime. And then He answers. After this call, you won’t have to solve problems; you will see them being solved automatically! Prayer is the world’s greatest power that has been given to man even before a difficulty arrives in life. Through prayer, not only can the desires of the mind be fulfilled, you can also attain the supreme goal of human life – Enlightenment. Faith is the world’s greatest vibration, due to which prayer yields results. Within each of us is the power of Supreme Faith, which needs to be awakened at the earliest. You first sow some seeds, only then you get a crop. This book will help you learn what the seed of faith is and how to sow it. By sowing the seed of faith, we allow God to work in our life. And when God works, it is nothing less than a miracle. The most important thing you will learn is that all your transactions, whether give or take, are with God only. Therefore: TO GET THE BEST, GIVE THE BEST TO THE BEST

Star Signs Includes Numerology & Chinese Astrology

Finally a book, India and the world, has been looking forward to, from the pen of Bejan Daruwalla, one of the greatest astrologers and psychics of our times. Special features of this book are: sun-signs in depth, numerology for everyone of you, a terrific piece blending Chinese and Western astrology, something about the history, lore and use of gems, and an article on gifts for all the 12 signs. Here, in short, is God’s plenty. Daruwalla is a strong devotee of Lord Ganesha (the elephant-headed God who is known to remove obstacles and sorrows.) Amongst his predictions, the noteworthy ones were the release of Nelson Mandela and the fall of Margaret Thatcher which appeared in the magazine “Eve’s Weekly”, January 20, 1990. Widely travelled, Bejan Daruwalla was invited by three Radio Stations and WBN’s channel 10, Columbus, Ohio for his talks. He was also interviewed in the American Dailies during his stay there. Another distinction, he was invited by the prestigious Edgar Cayce Foundation, Virginia Beach for a series of lectures and needless to mention that the Indian newspapers and T.V. stations in Washington did him proud - and the Indians certainly know their astrologers! A unique honour for Bejan Daruwalla where America is his home away from home. The star astrologer is already on another book.

The 5 Things We Need to be Happy and money isn’t o

Looking for happiness? Try counting to five and then look again! What do you think will make you happy? A higher-paying job? A longer vacation? A Caribbean cruise? Better health? A slimmer, trimmer you? “Think again,” says Patricia Lorenz. As a single mother of four children, struggling to make ends meet, Lorenz discovered that happiness was all around her, just waiting to be enjoyed: sharing laughs and potato chips, or turning a stay-at-home-subzero day into a surprise formal tea party or a bike ride into a prayer service on the go. Lorenz knows the things that make her happy, and she’ll share how they can make you happy, too. This how-to of happiness will show you how love, laughter, a passion for what you do, a can-do spirit and a heart full of faith can put you on the road to living your dreams. And money has nothing to do with it!