In a prose form as startling as its content, ?"The Shutter of Snow"?portrays the post-partum psychosis of Marthe Gail, who after giving birth to her son, is committed to an insane asylum. Believing herself to be God, she maneuvers through an institutional world that is both sad and terrifying, echoing the worlds of?"One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"?and?"The Snake Pit." Based upon the author's own experience after the birth of her son in 1924, "The Shutter of Snow" retains all the energy it had when first published in 1930.

The Snow Rose is the gripping story of a woman on the run from her past by Lulu Taylor, author of The Winter Folly. 'This is a fantastic, all-consuming read.' - Heat I know they think I shouldn't keep her . . . That's why I've escaped them while I can, while I still have the opportunity . . . Kate is on the run with her daughter Heather, her identity hidden and their destination unknown to the family they've left behind. She's found a place where they can live in solitude, a grand old house full of empty rooms and dark secrets. But they're not alone: in the cottage next door live two strange older ladies, sisters Matty and Sissy. They know what happened here long ago, and are curious about Kate. How long can she hide Heather's presence from them? When an eccentric band of newcomers arrive, led by the charismatic Archer, Kate realizes that the past she's so desperate to escape is about to catch up with her. And inside the house, history is beginning to repeat itself . . .

RICH. BEAUTIFUL. DAMNED. OCTOBER 1929: AS AMERICA HELTERSKELTERS THROUGH THE LAST DAYS BEFORE THE GREAT CRASH, THE CREAM OF HOLLYWOOD PARTIES HEEDLESSLY ON. Society couple, Max and Eleanor, let the prohibition champagne flow as the glittering facade of their marriage teeters on the brink. As the stock market tumbles they have nowhere to fall but into the arms of their waiting lovers. Hope is delivered in an invitation to one of the absurdly glamorous and legendary house parties at Hearst Castle, the epitome of decadence. With gossip and glamour swirling, the time has come for Max and Eleanor to make a decision. Either they sacrifice everything for fame and fortune or they plunge into the past and grasp one last chance to love each other again. 'Brilliant, compelling and epic'—Daily Mail

\"Photographing Albuquerque\" is unique because it is written primarily to digital photographers, from the novice to the more advanced. In 72 pages, the author (professional photographer, Kim Ashley) not only takes the reader to the best photographic sights in and around Albuquerque, New Mexico, he also provides detailed instructions on how to take great photos, including advice on camera equipment, settings, lighting, and composition. In addition, over 100 color photographs beautifully illustrate the photo tips and techniques described in the text. \"Photographing Albuquerque\" is divided into three parts. In Part I, the author describes the top ten photo sights in Albuquerque, such as Old Town, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Petroglyph National Monument, Historic Route 66, the Botanic Gardens, and the Albuquerque Balloon Festival. In each chapter the author orients the reader to the unique features of the place and then explains how to capture dramatic images, offering useful tips on how to shoot portraiture, landscapes, action, and night shots. Part II describes eight day-trips around the Albuquerque area, including Coronado State Park, Bandelier National Monument, Tent Rocks National Monument, Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge, and El Morro National Monument. In Part III, the author offers a nine-page turorial on digital photography. \"Photographing Albuquerque\" will appeal to every reader who wants to explore the unique and historic places around Albuquerque but also wants to learn how to turn ordinary snapshots into fine art photography.

A story of vicious revenge and hard repentance Annette and Lucien are enemies. After Annette gets Lucien into trouble at school, he decides to get back at her by threatening the most precious thing in the world to her: her little brother Dani. But tragedy strikes. Annette is so filled with rage that she sets out to alienate and humiliate Lucien at every turn. As Lucien seeks to repent and restore, light floods both of their dark hearts and Christ proves that He makes all things new.