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Realtor Rub Out { Free Ebook}

LILY SPRAYBERRY SELLS HOMES AND SOLVES CRIMESWhen you mess with a Lily before her wedding, you get more than a bridezilla.As a realtor, I know that every new listing is…

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August 13, 2023
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Creative Pursuit Another Great Freebie

  It’s late. I’m awake. I’m writing. I can’t explain why. That is the pursuit.  We all have it. That drive to recreate the world in our own image. At…

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November 27, 2015
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Impatience Excerpt

Aaron went to the other side of her bed, putting the back of his hand to her forehead before letting it fall back to his side. “You’re looking excellent, and…

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September 22, 2016
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    Lights Out for $.99

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    When an alcoholic doctor and guilt-plagued nurse are stalked by a vengeful mother during one of the worst storms in the region’s history, an entire town’s survival hangs in the balance. After a Read more [...]

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    Cheap Books on Outer Space

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    I remember when my girls were younger. We would all pile on top of the trampoline and look at the night sky. This was a time of family and learning. Now that my girls are older I miss those days. So Read more [...]

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    October 12, 2016 /

    I know this blog is about reading but I also thought this would be a great way to help you grab gift cards for all those books you love to read. If you're looking for a way to earn a little extra Read more [...]

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    Pizza Hut Kicks Off 32nd Year of Book It!

    October 9, 2016 /

    To kick off the 32nd year of the BOOK IT! Program, Pizza Hut® unveiled its first-ever Page Turner Grant program to support individuals and organizations in local communities that share the restaurant’s Read more [...]

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    October 8, 2016 /

    The Pizza Hut BOOK IT! Program is celebrating their 32nd year by offering two free Kindle books to parents of BOOK IT! readers – Mercy Watson to the Rescue by Kate DiCamillo and Maisy Goes to the Read more [...]

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    5 Architectural Marvels You Should Read More About

    October 7, 2016 /

    The greatest architectural structures are found in different countries all around the world. These monuments were carefully constructed by brilliant designers, engineers, constructors, and architects. Read more [...]

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