Bøger af Jan Sikes

A shocking proposal that changes everything.Desperate to honor his father's dying wish, Layken Martin vows to do whatever it takes to save the family farm. Once the Army discharges him following World War II, Layken returns to Missouri to find his legacy in shambles and in jeopardy. A foreclosure notice from the bank doubles the threat. He appeals to the local banker for more time-a chance to rebuild, plant, and harvest crops and time to heal far away from the noise of bombs and gunfire. But the banker firmly denies his request. Now what? Then, the banker makes an alternative proposition-marry his unwanted daughter, Sara Beth, in exchange for a two-year extension. Out of options, money, and time, Layken agrees to the bargain. Now, he has two years to make a living off the land while he shares his life with a stranger.If he fails at either, he'll lose it all.

This book consists of two short stories and one poem from award-winning author, Jan Sikes, in response to a writing challenge from the RAVE REVIEWS BOOK CLUB. Obsessed: How far will one man go to satisfy an obsession? The price could cost him his life. Maggie: Is it possible to pray up a baby? Frank and Mary Pyburn are convinced that is what they've done. Friends Instead of Lovers: Sometimes it's better to remain friends, instead of giving in to desires and crossing a line.

Flutter Your Wings is a children's book appropriate for ages 2 - 6. It is designed to spark a child's imagination. A beautiful butterfly teaches a child to use his or her imagination to fly with her. Personalize this book by inserting your child's name.

Breaths of Life from within a prison cell...When life, as he knew it, was stripped away, left with NO freedom except in his mind, Rick Sikes journeyed deep inside seeking to discover his true self.It took time, but he eventually found the man he'd forgotten existed. Even though they confined his body in an iron cage, they couldn't lock away his mind. He made a choice to channel all of the creativity inside him to a positive beat.What you'll find between the covers of this book are expressions of raw emotion...Poems of deep sadness and loss, humorous musings, political wisdom, life observations and tender love from both Rick and Jan Sikes.The pen-and-ink art drawn by Rick, is simply another extension of creativity and partner with the poems. Rick Sikes poured pieces of his heart and soul into these writings and art, and it was his hope that through hard-earned wisdom and insight, he could help others on their soul's journey.

Vann Noble did his duty. He served his country and returned a shell of a man, wounded inside and out. With a missing limb and battling PTSD, he seeks healing in an isolated cabin outside a small Texas town with a stray dog that sees beyond his master's scars. If only the white rune's magic can bring a happily ever after to a man as broken as Van...

Indie Authors have once again allowed their creative minds to open up and expand the Universe in which they live with short stories that capture one's emotions through the everlasting aspect of storytelling. In this, the first volume of award-winning short stories, the reader is taken on a personal ride of growth and understanding, then through history both factual and fictional, then taken on a trip of magic, suspense and so much more. Those are just a few of the emotions one will experience as they read these 12 short stories from great Indie Authors. DEAR Indie, Inc., a nonprofit organization that encourages reading for ALL ages through its Literacy programs. With the help of Indie Lector bookstore, we are able to raise money for title 1 schools and libraries and get Indie Authors and their books in the hands of those wanting to read great literature. Two dollars from the sale of each book goes to the DEAR Indie Literacy campaign. To learn more about DEAR Indie, Inc., and it's Literacy programs, please visit their website at http://DEARIndie.org

With empty pockets and a heart full of dreams Luke Stone leaves behind the nightmare of fifteen long years in Leavenworth prison, not giving it a backward glance.Eyes firmly on the future, he boards a Greyhound bus bound for Texas...for freedom...for the one who holds his heart. The unjust conviction no longer matters and revenge haunts him no more. Darlina Flowers, the woman who takes his breath away, waits ahead and with her by his side, nothing can stop him.He is headed HOME AT LAST.