New Releases by Karen Miller

The phrase "It is a God thing" is often used today. Karen says she senses God's presence daily but doesn't regularly use that phrase. With this book, however, she is deeply aware that it really is a God thing from beginning to end starting back in 1968 when she was a new child of God and received a Bible with the J. B. Phillips paraphrase. She wanted to read of Jesus' daily activities but could only combine the Scriptures for each activity. She didn't know how to put them in chronological order until discovering her husband's Harmony of the Gospels book. She has combined the Gospels and put them in chronological order and hopes it will be helpful to others. Each activity of Jesus is titled with the exact Scripture written below the title for further research if one wishes. All Scriptures are printed in color to make it easy to know which apostle is talking as well as easily see which of the four apostles have written about the same incident. Any quotes the apostles use from the Old Testament is in yet a different color with its reference included. When more than one apostle tells the same story but remembers it differently, a slash (/) is used, and both are included in the text. There is a table of contents for each of the apostle's book and a table of contents for each activity.

Epische High-Fantasy mit eindrucksvollen Helden: »Der König des Sturms« von Karen Miller jetzt als eBook bei dotbooks. Das Königreich Lur steht am Abgrund: Ein finsterer Magier hat die Königsfamilie ausgelöscht und Prinz Gar, ihren letzten Überlebenden, unter seine Kontrolle gezwungen. Obwohl es nun niemanden mehr geben kann, der die schützenden Mauern von Lur mit Magie erfüllt, können die davor lauernden Dämonenhorden sie nicht niederreißen – aber kann es wirklich sein, dass es Gars bester Freund ist, ein einfacher Fischersohn , der das Königreich mit einer ungeahnten Kraft beschützt? Ein mörderischer Wettlauf mit der Zeit beginnt: Während Asher verzweifelt versucht, herauszufinden, ob er der Auserwählte einer uralten Prophezeiung ist, gerät er in Lebensgefahr ... Jetzt als eBook kaufen und genießen: der High-Fantasy-Roman »Der König des Sturms« von Karen Miller, Teil 2 der packenden Saga »Die Chroniken von Lur«. Wer liest, hat mehr vom Leben: dotbooks – der eBook-Verlag

Simply stylish crochet patterns for fashionable makes in modern yarns and colors. Susan Ritchie and Karen Miller are the proprietors of Mrs Moon, an online yarn store, and their mission is to show you how simple it is to create your own modern-casual crochet garments, accessories, and homewares. There are easy-to-hook projects in bulky yarns that will grow so fast you'll be finished in a day, and larger or more intricate items that will take longer, but are well worth every stitch you hook in to them. There are pieces that are perfect for beginners to crochet—such as a chevron throw, a simple beanie, or a snuggly cowl—and other projects that introduce lacy and textured stitches so you can expand your skills at your own pace, and with the help of the techniques section at the back of the book. Choose to make a delicately lacy ombré scarf, a hipster granny-square coatigan, or a giant owl amigurumi that children will love. Whatever your skill level, Susan and Karen have designed projects for Simple Chic Crochet that you will love to make for your home, your friends, your family, and of course, yourself.

International bestselling author Karen Miller's second book in her most ambitious and exciting fantasy series to date-epic fantasy at its boldest, bloodiest best. Trouble is brewing in the kingdoms of The Tarnished Crown. A fearsome army sweeps into the duchy of Clemen, subduing all opposition. Meanwhile Liam, the boy who vowed to reclaim his father's stolen throne, is in an unlikely allegiance with his bitterest enemy - his cousin Roric. Angry and confused, he must plan his next move. In the Principality of Cassinia, the duke's daughter Catrain will do what she can to support Roric as he seeks to save embattled Clemen. But kept prisoner by her unwanted council, and being guided by the dark witch Izusa, Catrain is unsure who to trust, how long she must wait to claim her royal birthright ... and how best she can help mad prince Gael, who schemes to snatch the crown his regents would deny him. As Cassinia's duchies balance on the edge of a blade, even one false step is sure to draw blood ... Discover the thrilling new epic fantasy novel set in the world of the Tarnished Crown. The Tarnished CrownThe Falcon ThroneThe Prince of Glass.

Este libro rompe con la engañosa dependencia que plantean las interpretaciones lineales del pasado, para ofrecer una visión amplia y a largo plazo del desarrollo y la institucionalización de las estra­tegias y las técnicas de comunicación estratégica, y de las relaciones públicas. En efecto, a falta de una teoría general que describa la aparición y el desarrollo de esta disciplina, los expertos han tendido a organizar tanto estas como sus antecedentes, en períodos de tiem­po que presentan una evolución progresiva desde unos orígenes tempranos —poco sofisticados y no muy sobrados de ética— hasta las campañas actuales, con una visión planificada, estraté­gica y ética. Según Karen Russell y Meg Lamme, tales intentos de periodización han oscurecido nuestra comprensión de las relaciones públicas y su historia. De hecho, los historiadores especializados en la materia han bus­cado con ahínco un punto de partida, y han dado fe de las limita­ciones que ello supone para la comprensión de su desarrollo, en Estados Unidos y el resto del mundo. Para ello, se ha procurado corregir malentendidos acerca de la historia de las relaciones públicas que han (mal) conformado la teoría durante más de veinte años, así como des­cribir y comprender la relación histórica que existe entre estas, los medios de comunicación y los contextos históricos en los que emergieron

Mythical beasts or real creatures? You decide! Big Foot, Moth Man, the Sea Serpent of Gloucester. These are just a few of the mythical beasts uncovered in this intriguing collection of extraordinary creatures. Firsthand accounts and the opinions of scientists weave together a fascinating web of fact and legend. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, you'll find much to ponder in the lore surrounding these monsters.

Dix-sept ans ont passé depuis la défaite du sorcier Morg et la destruction du Mur de Barl qui protégeait le royaume de Lur. Très vite après ces événements, une petite expédition est partie au-delà des montagnes à la découverte d'éventuels habitants. Elle n'est jamais revenue... Asher et sa femme Dathné vivent toujours à Dorona et ont deux enfants, Rafel et Deenie. La question d'une nouvelle expédition fait voler en éclats leur famille. Rafel, qui a hérité des pouvoirs magiques de son père mais a interdiction de les utiliser, décide de partir contre l'avis d'Asher. Or, bientôt, Rafel et ses compagnons, eux non plus, ne donnent plus signe de vie...

Fulie est une petite esclave, née dans un monde cruel où les femmes ne sont que des objets reproducteurs et où seul compte un dieu unique et tout-puissant. L'Empire de Mijak repose sur un fanatisme religieux absolu porté par les hauts émissaires, les prêtres conseillers des seigneurs de guerre du royaume. Fulie est un jour sauvée de la misère lorsqu'un riche marchand, Abajai, l'achète et la prend sous sa protection. Fulie apprend à parler, à comprendre le monde, découvre sa beauté et se prend d'un amour fou pour Abajai. Mais elle réalise un jour qu'Abajai l'a préparée pour la revendre au plus offrant. Elle s'échappe, se défigure, décide de vouer sa vie au dieu et entre au service de l'armée du seigneur de guerre Raklion. Forte de son fanatisme et de sa maîtrise des armes, Fulie décide qu'elle sera quelqu'un et que plus jamais, aucun homme ne la traitera comme une esclave.

Bien loin de Mijak et de sa cruelle Impératrice, le royaume d'Ethrie vient de perdre son roi. Rhian, sa fille unique est sa seule descendante. Or, jamais une femme n'a été autorisée à monter sur le trône. Le chef de l'Église, le prolat Morlan, est bien décidé à lui imposer un mariage forcé avec l'un de ses proches parents, un seigneur fantoche qui sera l'instrument de son ambition démesurée. Seulement, Rhian n'est pas décidée à se laisser faire. Avec l'aide inattendue de Dextérité Jones, le fabricant de jouets officiel de la cour, elle projette de s'enfuir. Mais qui est l'inquiétant Zandakar qui accompagne Dextérité ? Un homme magnifique à la peau sombre et aux cheveux bleus qui parle une langue inconnue... Pour Rhian, c'est le début d'une aventure incroyable loin de son cocon habituel à la découverte d'autres contrées pour la conquête de son titre de reine.

After the departure of the early Mormon settlers in 1857, early Las Vegas continued to be a watering stop for overland travelers on the Mormon Road/Old Spanish Trail. The area was mainly ranches and mines until railroad rivals eyed the Las Vegas Valley. Sen. William Clark of Montana bought the land and water rights to the former Mormon settlement from ranching pioneer Helen J. Stewart. The foundation for modern Las Vegas was laid in 1905, as auctioneers gaveled out the plans for the future of Las Vegas at Clark's town site. Today, those sights and sounds are recalled as the community comes together to recreate the past in Mormon settlement days and for the Helldorado Parade, marking the city's birth.

Der Krieg der Sterne geht weiter ... Der Planet Lanteeb besitzt weder strategischen Wert noch politische Macht – trotzdem wurde er völlig unerwartet von Separatisten okkupiert. Die Jedi-Ritter Obi-Wan Kenobi und Anakin Skywalker finden heraus, dass auf dem unscheinbaren Planeten Material für eine schreckliche biologische Waffe abgebaut wird. Als die Kommunikation zum Jedi-Orden abbricht und sich weit entfernt, im Herzen der Republik, ein Verräter bereit macht, lastet das Schicksal ganzer Welten auf den Schultern der beiden Jedi.

Driven by revenge, an ex-slave becomes a powerful ruler and wages war against an entire realm in this fantasy adventure trilogy. Sold into slavery, Hekat dreams of power. Fate leads her to the warlord Raklion, and she begins turning dreams into reality. For the nameless god of Mijak is with her, and it promises her the world. Far away, the King of Ethrea is dying. His daughter Princess Rhian is ready to rule, but if her enemies have their way the crown of Ethrea will never be worn by a woman. Dexterity Jones is a toymaker. To protect Rhian and his country, he must place his trust in an exile from Mijak. Yet, as Ethrea comes ever closer to civil war, a greater danger awaits. Hekat still desires the world . . . and power is no longer a dream. This omnibus edition of The Godspeaker Trilogy includes Empress, The Riven Kingdom and The Hammer of God.

The Clone Wars have exploded across the galaxy as Republic forces and Separatists struggle to gain the upper hand. But while the Jedi generals work tirelessly to defeat Count Dooku and his rebels, Supreme Chancellor Palpatine is hatching his own dark victory plans. The Separatists have launched a sneak attack on Coruscant. Obi-Wan Kenobi, wounded in battle, insists that Anakin Skywalker and his rookie Padawan Ahsoka leave on a risky mission against General Grievous. But when Senator Bail Organa reveals some explosive intelligence that could turn the tide of war in the Republic's favor, the Jedi Master agrees to accompany him to an obscure planet on the Outer Rim to verify the facts. What Obi-Wan and Bail don't realize is that they're walking into a deadly trap concocted by Palpatine. And by the time they find out, escape may not be an option. Inspired by the full-length animated feature film Star Wars: The Clone Wars and the brand-new TV series, these thrilling adventures are filled with provocative, never-before-revealed insights into the characters of Obi-Wan, Anakin, Padme, Yoda, Count Dooku, and many other Star Wars favourites.

Der Aufbruch zu neuen fantastischen Welten! Der schwer verwundete Obi-Wan Kenobi erfährt von kriegsentscheidenden Informationen. Trotz seiner Verletzungen bricht er auf, um diese zu überprüfen. Er erkennt nicht, dass er und seine Gefährten genau das tun, was die dunklen Sith-Lords von ihnen erwarten ...

Wenn die bahnbrechende TV-Serie endet, beginnt ein überragendes Lesevergnügen! Die Separatisten treiben die Soldaten der Republik immer weiter zurück, und zum ersten Mal ahnen die Jedi, dass sie den Krieg verlieren werden und Dunkelheit die Galaxis überziehen wird. Da erfährt der Jedi-Meister Obi-Wan Kenobi von der Konstruktion einer neuen Waffe, der die Republik nichts mehr entgegenzusetzen haben wird. Wenn die Jedi noch eine Chance auf den Sieg haben wollen, muss er durch die feindlichen Linien brechen, um die Fertigstellung der Waffe zu stoppen – um jeden Preis!

"A solid epic that posits political intrigue, ethereal prophecies and a rags-to-riches hero against a vivid . . . fantasy backdrop." — Publishers Weekly "The Innocent Mage is come, and we stand at the beginning of the end of everything." Being a fisherman like his father isn't a bad life, but it's not the one that Asher wants. Despite his humble roots, Asher has grand dreams. And they call him to Dorana, home of princes, beggars and the warrior mages who have protected the kingdom for generations. Little does Asher know, however, that his arrival in the city is being closely watched by members of the Circle, people dedicated to preserving an ancient magic. Asher might have come to the city to make his fortune, but he will find his destiny.

"The evil foretold has risen . . . and we are all that stands between it and the end." Asher has come a long way for a fisherman's son. Together with his friend Prince Gar, he has defended their kingdom against its bitterest enemy, but at great cost. Now, the evil mage Morg is preparing for his most deadly assault. Desperate, trapped in a broken body, Morg has little time and fewer scruples. And he has a plan. As Gar and Asher unwittingly fall into a dangerous deception, Morg gets ever closer to his goal. And this victory would be particularly sweet? For who better to destroy the kingdom than the two who would give anything to save it?

A privileged mage forges a troubling romance with an aspiring student of the mystic arts in this epic prequel to the Kingmaker, Kingbreaker fantasy series. Hundreds of years before the great Mage War, a land lies, unknowing, on the edge of catastrophe... Barl is young and impulsive, but she has a power within that calls to her. In her city, however, only those of noble blood and with the right connections learn the ways of the arcane. Barl is desperate to learn—but her eagerness to use her power leads her astray and she is banned from ever learning the mystic arts. Morgan holds the key to her education. A member of the Council of Mages, he lives to maintain the status quo, preserve the mage bloodlines, and pursue his scholarly experiments. But Barl's power intrigues him—in spite of her low status. Together, he realizes they can create extraordinary new incantations. Morgan's ambition and Barl's power make a potent combination. What she does not see is the darkness in him that won't be denied. Praise for the Kingmaker, Kingbreaker series "A solid epic that posits political intrigue, ethereal prophecies and a rags-to-riches hero against a vivid if familiar fantasy backdrop. . . . Miller's prose is earnest and engaging." — Publishers Weekly on The Innocent Mage "Intriguing characters and a finely tuned sense of drama." — Library Journal on The Innocent Mage "The sort of conclusion you remember for years and keep revisiting in your imagination." —Glenda Larke on The Awakened Mage

Planet by planet, darkness creeps across the galaxy. Among warriors and generals, among ordinary beings living in far-flung worlds, the fear will not go away: We are losing this war. . . . Anakin Skywalker feels it, too. The Separatist Alliance, with ruthlessness and treachery, is beating the Republic to every strategic target. But after a costly clash with General Grievous for the planet Kothlis, Anakin has a mission that will focus his anxious mind. Alongside Obi-Wan Kenobi, he is posing as a long-lost native of Lanteeb, an impoverished world on the Outer Rim. This seemingly unimportant planet has drawn the interest of the Seps—and Anakin and Obi-Wan soon discover the disturbing reason: A scientist enslaved by General Lok Durd is drawing on Lanteeb’s one natural resource for a devastating bioweapon. Now Anakin and Obi-Wan have entered the eye of a storm. Their presence has been exposed, Lok Durd’s plans unveiled, and a fight has begun for survival behind enemy lines—and a chance of winning a war that must be fought at any cost. Features a bonus section following the novel that includes a primer on the Star Wars expanded universe, and over half a dozen excerpts from some of the most popular Star Wars books of the last thirty years!

The Clone Wars have exploded across the galaxy as Republic forces and Separatists struggle to gain the upper hand. But while the Jedi generals work tirelessly to defeat Count Dooku and his rebels, Supreme Chancellor Palpatine is hatching his own dark plans. The Separatists have launched a sneak attack on Coruscant. Obi-Wan Kenobi, wounded in battle, insists that Anakin Skywalker and his rookie Padawan Ahsoka leave on a risky mission against General Grievous. But when Senator Bail Organa reveals explosive intelligence that could turn the tide of war in the Republic’s favor, the Jedi Master agrees to accompany him to an obscure planet on the Outer Rim to verify the facts. What Obi-Wan and Bail don’t realize is that they’re walking into a deadly trap concocted by Palpatine . . . and that escape may not be an option. Inspired by the full-length animated feature film Star Wars: The Clone Wars and the brand-new TV series, this thrilling adventure is filled with provocative, never-before-revealed insights into the characters of Obi-Wan, Anakin, Padme, Yoda, Count Dooku, and many other Star Wars favorites. Features a bonus section following the novel that includes a primer on the Star Wars expanded universe, and over half a dozen excerpts from some of the most popular Star Wars books of the last thirty years!

The second installment of a two-book Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker adventure finds them trapped on the Separatist-controlled planet and on the run from General Lok Durd and his droid army. They're under siege, and the little time they've bought themselves is running out.

Wenn die bahnbrechende TV-Serie endet, beginnt ein überragendes Lesevergnügen! Die Separatisten treiben die Soldaten der Republik immer weiter zurück, und zum ersten Mal ahnen die Jedi, dass sie den Krieg verlieren werden und Dunkelheit die Galaxis überziehen wird. Da erfährt der Jedi-Meister Obi-Wan Kenobi von der Konstruktion einer neuen Waffe, der die Republik nichts mehr entgegenzusetzen haben wird. Wenn die Jedi noch eine Chance auf den Sieg haben wollen, muss er durch die feindlichen Linien brechen, um die Fertigstellung der Waffe zu stoppen - um jeden Preis! Karen Miller wurde in Vancouver, Kanada, geboren und zog schon im Alter von zwei Jahren nach Australien. Sie arbeitete in den verschiedensten Berufen, unter anderem als Pferdezüchterin in England. Karen Miller lebt in Sydney und widmet sich ganz dem Schreiben.

Fulie, l'impératrice sanguinaire de Mijak, s'apprête à dévaster l'Éthrie. Rhian, la jeune reine, le sait mais aucun des ducs ne veut la croire. Seul l'empereur Han est à ses côtés : il a vu le sang et les sacrifices humains perpétrés par le frère de Zandakar et utilise les vents pour retenir leur armée. Mais ses pouvoirs s'épuisent. Rhian n'a peut-être qu'une issue : demander à Zandakar de convaincre sa mère et son frère de stopper l'invasion. Au risque d'y perdre la vie...

Morg a investi le corps de Durm, le Maître Magicien. Mais après le tragique accident de la famille royale, Durm est dans le coma et le sorcier se retrouve piégé malgré lui. ll doit en sortir à tout prix afin de reprendre le contrôle de Lur et briser le Mur de Bari. Le prince Gar a survécu mais ses pouvoirs magiques s'affaiblissent. Seul Asher pourrait l'aider. Gar pourra-t-il convaincre son ami d'utiliser la magie qui lui est interdite ? Le risque est de taille car si Asher était découvert, il serait exécuté et le royaume de Lur vivrait les derniers jours annoncés par la Prophétie...

In this epic fantasy adventure sequel to The Prodigal Mage , a sister sets out to rescue her brother from an evil sorcerer. It's been many months since Rafel ventured over Barl's Mountains into the unknown, in a desperate bid to seek help for their ravaged land. With his father's Weather Magic exhausted, there seemed no other hope. Now this too has died. Only Deenie believes Rafel still lives, sensing her brother in tortured dreams. She also knows she must try to find him, as only Rafel's talents could heal their land. The prospect terrifies Deenie, yet she sees no other choice. Deenie soon learns of a dangerous new power. She comes to suspect that not only is her brother involved, but also that the evil their father destroyed is somehow reborn. And if she can't save Rafel, then through him, Morg's vast power could once again command their world.

the stunning conclusion to the Kingmaker, Kingbreaker series.Following the death of his family, Prince Gar is now King Gar, WeatherWorker of Lur, and his former assistant Asher has become the most powerful Olken in history, with the authority to sit in judgement at Justice Hall. But Gar's magic is unnatural, and his time as WeatherWorker is running out. time is also running out for the evil sorcerer mage Morg, trapped inside the shattered body of Lur's Master Magician, Durm. When Gar's magic fails at last, Asher unwittingly aids him - and so the Innocent Mage is revealed. Fearing civil war, Gar convinces his friend to risk his life by continuing his illegal magic working, promising to protect him should the truth be discovered. But some promises should never be asked for, or given. When the dangerous deception is revealed, enemies on all sides close in for blood and Gar is forced to make a terrible decision, not realising he's playing right into Morg's hands. Asher looks doomed ... and it seems that not even Dathne, the love of his life, and her Circle of secret Olken magicians can save him, or the kingdom.

Au Royaume de Lur, deux peuples cohabitent en harmonie. Tous ont fui un puissant sorcier et sont désormais protégés par une immense barrière magique créée par la magicienne Barl six cents ans plus tôt. Les Doranens gouvernent le royaume grâce à la magie et préservent le travail et la vie quotidienne des Olkens. La seule condition à cette cohabitation est l'interdiction absolue pour les Olkens d'utiliser une quelconque magie... sous peine de mort. Le jeune Asher a quitté sa famille de pêcheurs pour faire fortune à Dorana, la capitale. Très vite, il devient l'assistant du Prince Gar et apprend la vie de château. Ses origines modestes et sa gouaille lui valent l'inimitié de bon nombre de nobles à la cour. Mais dans l'ombre, ses amis veillent sur lui. Ils font partie d'une confrérie secrète qui attend l'avènement d'un mage innocent selon une Prophétie qui annonce les Derniers Jours... Le destin d'Asher est prêt à basculer...