Beyond the Glitz and Glamour By: Yolonda with Sheila Moeschen

This is the true story of a woman whose worst nightmare comes true with the loss of one of her children. The author's only son, Andrew, is brutally and senselessly murdered in Las Vegas at the age of twenty-one. Throughout the capture, trial, and sentencing of her son's murderer, Rose perseveres. After all of this, the author shuts everyone out of her life, including her daughter and husband, whom she forgets how to love. In order to escape the harsh reality of a world without her son, the author starts spending a lot of time at the casinos, gambling at the slot machines. Her addiction to gambling begins slowly at first, but she quickly becomes obsessed, with a powerful compulsion to gamble. She recounts some of the ways she obtained the means to gamble, risking her family and harming relationships with those who love her. After years of gambling, she finally admits defeat and says: "I'm Rose, and yes, I am a compulsive gambler." Rose finds recovery through the Twelve Steps of the Gamblers Anonymous program. She finds her lost spirit, her family, and her Savior Jesus Christ, coming through it all with a much deeper love for her family and a better understanding about her addiction to gambling.

A true story of a woman whose worst nightmare comes true with the loss of one of her children. The authors only son, Andrew, is brutally and senselessly murdered in Las Vegas Nevada at the age of twenty-one. Through out the capture, trial, and sentencing of her sons murderer, Rose preservers. After all the turmoil, the author shuts everyone out of her life, including her only other child, her daughter and husband, whom she forgets how to love. In order to escape the harsh reality of the world without her son, the author resorts to gambling at the casinos in Las Vegas. Roses gambling slowly becomes an addiction. Rose quickly becomes obsessed with a powerful compulsion to gamble. She recounts some of the ways she obtained the means to gamble, risking her family and harming relationships with those who love her. After years of gambling, she finally admits denial & defeat and can say: Im Rose, and yes, Im a compulsive gambler! Rose finds recovery through the Twelve Steps of the Gamblers Anonymous Program and its Fellowship. She finds her lost spirit, her family and her Savior Jesus Christ, along with a deeper understanding of her addiction, and love of family and friends.

All Or Nothing by Catherine Mann Despite the warnings that he would break her heart, Jayne Hughes fell for casino magnate, Conrad Hughes, and he did just that. Conrad's work for Interpol destroyed his marriage. When Jayne comes to Monte Carlo seeking a divorce, he launches an all–out assault. Seducing his wife is child's play, but earning her trust is another matter. Undeniable Demands When Wade Mitchell finds himself face–to–face with Victoria Sullivan, he has to reconsider his usual tactics. Wade needs to buy something she owns, and considering the heat they share, it should be a done deal. But when all proper negotiation fails, seduction may be his only option. Also includes a bonus novella – The Tycoon's Surprise by Katherine Garbera

"I can't sleep with a man who keeps secrets."

Casino magnate and bad boy Conrad Hughes' work for Interpol destroyed his marriage. When Jayne comes to Monte Carlo seeking a divorce, Conrad has other plans. Seducing his wife back into bed is easy; earning her trust is another matter...

An encouraging, inspirational, spirit-filled, and at times, funny book that highlights Tonia's real life-changing experiences. This memoir will take the reader on a military and spiritual journey where Tonia traveled the country as a member of the military, a singer and a dancer. She encountered many bumps in the road, as well as exhilarating experiences. She could not believe she was about to experience her "it" moment, dancing with Bones or getting selected for that prestigious entertainment group, Air Force Tops in Blue. Her journey also entails many adversities and obstacles, but she did not allow them to impede or stifle her plans, hopes and dreams. Instead, she used them as a springboard to catapult her to bigger and greater things, such as getting promoted to Chief Master Sergeant in less than 20 years and living a more peaceful and spirit-filled life. Tonia knew that with God all things are possible and eventually relied on the religious foundations she received as a child. She recognized the joy that can be realized from serving God. She also uses the Trinity Approach, The Father, Son and the Holy Ghost to help her overcome and achieve the victory. In spite of illnesses, divorce, racism, sexual harassment, and verbal abuse, she continues to live her life beyond adversities.

One of the last remaining atmospheric theatres in the nation, elegant Marion Palace Theatre holds a storied history behind its curtains. From the "Wigwam," the Grand Opera House and Germania Park Pavilion to nickelodeons, vaudeville houses and movie theatres, performance has been an essential part of Marion's history, and the Palace is the city's jewel. Designed by renowned theatre architect John Eberson, the Palace opened its doors in 1928 to packed audiences of over three thousand patrons. Author Scott L. Hoffman delves into the life and work of John Eberson and the forgotten stories of the Palace that include a police gambling raid, the construction of the theatre and the stars who performed for dazzled audiences there.

Most Of The Short Stories In This Collection Have Social Backdrop As Their Themes. Perhaps My Observant Eye Helped Me In Picking Up The Themes Which Revolve Around A Common Person Or An Ordinary Person. Almost All The Short Stories Deal With The Problems And Issues That Afflict Our Society These Days, Without Any Explicit Solutions.

Read this classic romance by New York Times bestselling author Penny Jordan, now available for the first time in e-book! Originally published in 1988. Holly Witchell was determined to make Howard Neston appreciate what he had lost in jilting her for her glamorous schoolmate, Rosamund. And who better than Drew Hammond to help her - after all, Rosamund had jilted Drew to become engaged to Howard! It seemed logical for Holly and Drew to pretend to be lovers while they waited for their real loves to change their minds ....