BOOK DESCRIPTION Goans are presently experiencing the last generation of Poskim— young children taken in by wealthy families and retained most often as servants. In a narrative that spans Portuguese Goa to post the liberation of India’s golden state, Poskem: Goans in the Shadows takes the reader to locales from Bombay to Lyon, Pune to Paris, and into the world of the Poskim people and Goan recipes. Through happiness and hope, despair and delusion, Rodricks writes of an unspoken, unheard of and shamefully silenced world of the last generation of a people that would soon be forgotten but for this book preserving their story for posterity.

Beneath the charming façades of America's idyllic small towns lie secrets that have been buried deep... until now. In her gripping new book, acclaimed true crime author Bella Novak delves into the darkest corners of small-town America, unveiling a series of harrowing tales where innocence meets malevolence, and where the quiet streets echo with the chilling whispers of the unknown. Why did Josie, the beloved owner of Elmwood's famous diner, vanish on a cold winter night, leaving her legendary blueberry pie mid-slice? What truth lurks behind the unlit beacon of Port Breville's lighthouse, and the sudden disappearance of its keeper, Thomas Gallagher? And as the chapters unfold, what link binds these mysterious occurrences with older, eerily similar tales from the annals of America's past? Novak's meticulous research and riveting narrative will take you on a haunting journey, weaving through a complex web of interviews, first-hand accounts, and chilling speculations. Her exploration into the psychology of small-town serial killers is both enlightening and terrifying, revealing the intricate minds that lurk behind seemingly ordinary faces. Echoes of Evil is more than just a collection of stories—it's a stark reminder of the ever-present shadows that can fall upon even the most serene of landscapes. This book serves as both a testament to the resilience of small-town communities and a cautionary tale urging eternal vigilance. Do you dare to listen to the echoes? Dive into the pages of Bella Novak's masterpiece, and uncover the mysteries that have haunted these towns for decades. A must-read for fans of true crime. Prepare for a journey that will leave you questioning every shadow and every unfamiliar face in your own hometown.

"Beneath the forest floor, a vast and intricate network of mycelium weaves its way through the earth, connecting trees, plants, and other organisms in a symbiotic dance. This hidden world is a source of inspiration for poets, who have long sought to capture the beauty, the resilience, and the ecological importance of mushrooms. This collection presents a symphony of poetic voices, each offering a unique interpretation of the mushroom's role in our natural world.

SOMETIMES WHISPERS CAN BE SO DEAFENING.... She had always tried to be what Father had wanted her to be. She had always done what he asked of her. She was as good as any son could be. Yes, she was Father's good little boy. She grew up being Father's good son. Father taught her all he knew. For Father was a doctor. A very good doctor. He had taught her well. She no longer believes or wants to be a son to Father. As soon as he dies, she is off. Off on her own to find who she is. What she is. She finds a new town, a new home. A great job. Even a new doctor. Only she wants this doctor to be her life. Her love. She makes this happen, but seems it only last a short time, before she starts hearing the deafening whispers behind her back. Whispers from the doctors patients. Whispers that make her want to seek revenge, and in due time, She does.........

Poems & Short Stories by J. Marie Jameson. Dark poetry with a few fictional stories thrown in. Full of beautiful, dark, and vivid imagery that pulls the reader into the author's creation. Contains color photos by JMB.

Through spending time with the Beast Hunters—for example, during field training—Dahlia has been strengthening the bond between her and the Order. One of their knights, Volf, asks her to “back-embroider” his undershirts—an old tradition of stitching a design onto the back of a knight’s clothing to ensure his safe return from the field. Dahlia accepts his request and also experiments with enchanting her prototype with slime. What initially appears to be a failure ends up becoming not only an impetus for a company emblem but also an innovation. Furthermore, as a result of this new invention, leading experts in various disciplines get involved in the Rossetti company, as does an ex-Beast Hunter. Dahlia continues tackling challenges and making progress in the eighth volume in her crafting journey.