Bøger af Mark Miller

From debut author Mark Miller comes a gripping tale of a nation crumbling.The once great kingdom of Alssae is now a shattered cluster of city states that struggle with their neighbors over their own pride, each consumed with rebellion and poisoned with tyranny. Trofaim, the old capital of kings, is now a hive of power for the politicians who perpetuate wars for personal gain.The greatest key to peace, war, and profit in Alssae is held by those who control the city of Trofaim. For peace to be reestablished, it must begin in Trofaim. For the flames of war to reignite, it will begin in Trofaim.A woman struggles through the pain of loss to preserve her own city. A retired war hero seeking peace on his farm is dragged back into the heated strife that fueled the bloody war he's tried so hard to forget. A revolutionary finds himself fighting the rebellion he started alongside a man he previously sought to kill. All of whom must find their own way to overcome their current circumstances and all to come. For each of them.In the tradition of C.S. Lewis's Chronicles of Narnia and the fantasy epics of J.R. Tolkien, Blood Alone is a sweeping adventure across a richly realized world of political intrigue, personal loss, and ultimately, redemption.

Streets Snippets started in 2016 as a project for my son's 8th grade English class in New York City. The original concept was to give the kids a snippet of conversation heard on the streets of the city, and have each student write an original story based upon that snippet. After my son graduated from middle school, the platform wasn't used for several years. It seemed logical to reopen the platform as an extension of the online curriculum development being created as an educational alternative during the COVID pandemic in 2020. When I first approached John Bapst High School in Bangor, Maine about using the Street Snippets platform for their 2020-2021 creative writing class, little did I know the diversity of ideas and formats that would come from this talented group of high schooler's. The first indication was when a request came through to submit a poem instead of a story. Sure, I thought, that would be fun. That was soon followed by requests for publishing songs, cartoon strips and images. The formats went far beyond the basic short story. What you will find in this book are the stories and projects created by the authors at John Bapst. We have kept the stories as written, laying them out as closely as possible to the format created by the authors. The stories in the book are arranged by snippet, with each story beginning with the snippet for that month. As you read through each chapter, you will find a diverse set of ideas, each original, each personal, that takes the snippet as its opening line and then has the story run its course. Each of the stories can be found in its original form on the Street Snippets site. If you like a particular story, you can leave a comment for the author when you visit the site. As the publisher of Street Snippets, I couldn't be prouder of the authors from John Bapst. I look forward to working with next year's students as we continue to encourage and promote the work of the next generation of authors.

Out of every dark corner, a light will shine. Trouble is born into a world of drugs and gangs, a world of darkness. When his mother is arrested, he discovers a unique gift. He sees an inner light emanating from the faces of people who treat him well. Follow Trouble as the light guides him through the foster care and juvenile justice systems, the void of an absent mother, and a quest to find his own inner light.

Otto Klein is a young man living in Singen, Germany at the start of World War II. His life-long ambition is to be a train engineer. After passing his examinations for the Railroad Institute, Otto is accepted into the school. His father, the chief of the Singen fire department, believes that Otto will follow in his footsteps and become a fireman. Otto chooses instead to follow his dream of becoming an engineer and in the process, ignites the anger of his father. Just before leaving Singen he meets Drina, a gypsy whose prophecy of marriage and children shakes him to his very core. After leaving Singen, Otto embarks on a career of improbable travels and dangerous missions that carry him closer and closer to the fulfillment of Drina's prophecy. Engine 81 is a story of family bonds ripped apart by pride and anger and the redemption of those bonds in the face of near certain death.

Out of every dark corner a light will shine. Trouble is born into a life of drugs and gangs, a world of darkness. When his mother is arrested, he discovers a unique gift. He sees an inner light emanating from the faces of people who treat him well. Follow Trouble as the light quides him through the foster care and juvenile justice systems, the struggle to fill the void of an absent mother, and a quest to find his inner light.

Cara was always a good Catholic school girl, but when her mother dies from an unexpected drug overdose and she is forced to live with her estranged father, Cara begins to question her way of life. Join this intelligent, courageous, young woman as she attempts to find a way to overcome the death of her mother, find a relationship with her father, find her place in the world, and find a way to regain her faith. "Miller does a wonderful job of putting us inside the head of a young lady who has lost her mother. The character is very real and believable. The writing is smooth and flows well with good description." - Writers Digest

Every girl wants love. But for Tynise, Lauryn, Ruby and Marisol, finding love in one of the roughest projects in Chicago's inner city is no easy task. The four best friends are disillusioned about ever finding the one thing they crave, unconditional love. Each believes having a baby will fill that void. They decide to place a bet on which one can have a baby first and Baby Club is born. How far will four fifteen year old girls go to find the unconditional love they need?

Life is good for Jim. He is satisfied as the pastor of a large church, gladly married to a wonderful woman, and has two adorable little girls. His cup overflows. Then he gradually realizes he's become attracted to a member of his congregation. Through a series of inappropriate meetings with her, he moves closer and closer to falling to temptation and devastating repercussions. Ignored by Jim, though, is someone trying to save him. The Pastor's Confession honestly illuminates the awful appeal of an extramarital affair. As the story of temptation unfolds, other faith issues are raised-the role of politics in church life, the Christian and money, the effects of sexually explicit entertainment, to name a few. And, of course, the grace of God is ever-present in the confession. This is the second book in the series, The Pastor and the Seven Deadly Sins.

We were never alone. The guardians of the universe have been watching us, guiding us, and protecting the most precious thing in the universe, life. Present circumstances force the guardians to face a decision that will forever shape the destiny of mankind. They sense a depletion in Earth's life force, a planet that is home to one of the most abundant and diverse variety of species in the universe. Over the centuries they have lived with man, taught man and observed all of mankind's cultures. Now they must ask themselves, is humanity ready to take its place in the Collective or is it time for judgment?

Diamond Carter is a Normal, a human with no genetic enhancements. He is about to turn eighteen and he must choose a mate. In the Norm Preserve, choosing a mate is one of the most basic laws. It is a law that cannot be violated. While viewing his potential mates on the Video Machine, Diamond glimpses a human beyond his comprehension. He sees Terra and her strikingly beautiful white wings. Terra is not from the Preserve. Terra is an outsider, a genetically enhanced human with the ability to fly. Rather than choosing a mate, Diamond sets out on an impossible path, something that has not been attempted since the establishment of the Norm Preserves. He seeks to find the woman with the white wings. This path becomes something much more than merely finding a mate. Tapping into a vast computer network he learns that someone or something is trying to bring them together and in the process discovers that the impossible path he chose to follow has only just begun.

DISCOVER THE SIMPLE TOOLS AND PRINCIPLES OF MONEY MANAGEMENT! LEARN HOW TO GET OUT OF DEBT, MAKE A BUDGET AND SAVE MONEY WHILE AT THE SAME TIME BUILDING REAL WEALTH! Here Is A Sneak Peak...(Attn: FREE BONUS INSIDE!) Learn How to Achieve Financial Peace of Mind...Discover How to No Longer Paycheck to Paycheck...The REAL Importance of Saving and Budgeting...Learning to Create a Budget the RIGHT WAY!Use these TOP Money Management software programs...Use these Tip on How to Repair your Credit...The TOP Mistakes in Budgeting...Discover these Money Making Tips...And Much, much more! Want FREE BOOKS? Go here: http: //yourcashmanagement.com/ Are you Struggle with Debt and Saving Money? Do you find that at the end of the month, there is more month than money? Does your family need and want more out of life than you can financially afford? If you answered YES to any of these questions. This book was written for you. Want FREE BOOKS? Go here: http: //yourcashmanagement.com/ "Mark Miller is a successful entrepreneur and retired financial planner. His passion is helping the world realize their true financial power. He spends his time consulting with mid size businesses and holds private works shops near his home in Denver, Colorado." Mark Miller, Author, Entrepreneur and Retired Financial Planner. http: //yourcashmanagement.com/(c) Great Reads Publishing 2015 All Rights Reserved tags: money management, personal finance, money management personal finance, budgeting, money management for beginners, personal finance for beginners, investing, investing for beginners

The Boys and Me is the behind-the-scenes, untold story of front man and lead singer Mark Miller and his band—country music icons Sawyer Brown!Before The Voice and American Idol, there was Star Search with Ed McMahon. In the first season, an eclectic and charismatic country-rock band called Sawyer Brown appeared on the show, taking America by storm. From ignored underdogs in Nashville to overnight rock stars from LA to New York, they swept the competition and won. Since 1984, “the boys” legendary live shows, along with their relentless drive to stay true to themselves, have captivated faithful fans around the world. As front man and lead singer of the band, Mark Miller’s rise to fame wasn’t exactly the path he envisioned for himself. After losing his father, Mark was raised by his mom whose solid faith and strong work ethic helped guide and shape him and his brother, Frank. With his sights set on playing pro basketball, Mark never dreamed of becoming an entertainer, especially considering he was terrified to stand on a stage. But God had a different plan. Now, forty years later, Sawyer Brown has eighteen studio albums to their name, multiple No. 1 singles, fifty-plus songs charting on the Billboard Hot Country Songs, and legendary award-winning videos. And they have no plans of stopping any time soon. The band’s longevity is a testament to their strong songwriting, high-energy performances, and hard work. This is the behind-the-scenes, untold story of Mark Miller and “the boys”—country music icons Sawyer Brown!

Experience the joy of storytelling with "Scotty Go and Other Small Tales," an original collection of short stories by Mark Miller.¿ In the title story, a pup named "Scotty Go" discovers the thrills and troubles of going outside of his comfort zone as he encounters new experiences in the city. ¿ "Bingo, the Arctic Snowdog" centers on the life of a farm-dwelling family that adopts a wild dog and soon discovers the perfect name for their new pet. ¿ "Squirrely Shirley" follows the story of a young chipmunk who must confront the realities of bullying in her middle school all while learning a life lesson about identity.¿ "Little Ollie and the Extraordinary Orange" will whisk you away - first into the English countryside and then far beyond - in a whimsical adventure about two lads skipping school who come across an entirely unusual piece of fruit. ¿ Embark on a lyrical journey in "The Tale of the Fisher Man," a poetic celebration of courage and resilience.

"Uncommon Greatness reveals the fundamentals required for any leader who wants to go from ordinary to extraordinary, and lead at levels beyond their wildest imaginations"--

Five women rose in the dark of a Sunday morning on Nisan 18, AD 30. They had agreed to meet together in the most densely populated city in the Roman Empire to perform a necessary but cheerless and gruesome task. Two of them were relatives of the deceased man; each of the other three had been healed by his touch. Their mission was critical. In the rush to entomb their Rabbi by nightfall three and a half days earlier, a crucial step had been omitted-that of applying oils to his burial shroud.The women had prepared the oils as soon as possible and carried them in small alabastra, but they had been excessively delayed. Not one but two intervening Sabbaths had postponed their graveside visit until that particular morning. They knew the stench inside the cave-like tomb would be unbearable, but their love compelled them to honor the man they grieved so deeply.They didn't know that Roman soldiers had been posted to guard the doubly sealed tomb.They didn't know that the stone over the tomb entrance weighed about three-quarters of a ton.But then the sun broke.This is their story-and his.The most important day in history is the day Jesus Christ rose from the dead. This is the complete, integrated account of the events from Jesus' last words to his ascension, combining all the New Testament records with additional historical and cultural information. The resurrection of Jesus was the most pivotal day in history.DAWN is actually two books in one. Part One (the first half of the book) is dramatized history. It reads as a multi-layered story, with dialogue and historical details to highlight the emotions and movements of the characters involved. It transports you, the reader, back into Palestine some 2,000 years ago to experience the dynamics of those emotionally charged days. The second half of the book provides the background research for the story. This half of the book consists of Part Two, which is a complete integration of the four gospel accounts with extensive footnotes, and Part Three, which addresses questions about the chronology, writers, characters, and relationships. Particular focus is given to the women, especially Mary Magdalene. The book is 392 pages (softcover).From the Author:While researching and writing this book, I was continually surprised and delighted by the discovery of hidden details which I had never noticed before, despite having already read the resurrection accounts more than 100 times. For example, in this book you will discover: 1. The names of the four relatives of Jesus at the cross, and their relationships 2. What was happening at the temple at the time Jesus died 3. Where the disciples were between the crucifixion and resurrection 4. Why Peter and John were separated from the other disciples and from each other 5. Why the Jewish leaders wanted Roman guards at the tomb (It was not for the reason they gave) 6. How it's known that Jesus was resurrected (at least) several hours before dawn. 7. How the guards' own words prove they were lying about the body being stolen 8. From whom Matthew learned about the soldiers' experience at the tomb 9. Why Peter made a second trip to the tomb (yes, he made a second trip) 10. What was the connection between Mary of Bethany and Mary Magdalene 11. Who first believed that Jesus was alive (it's not Mary Magdalene) 12. Where Mother Mary was between the crucifixion and the day of Pentecost...and more!

Named one of Forbes' Top Ten Business Books American Marketing Association Berry Book Award WinnerInternational Book Award Winner American Business Awards Silver MedalistBusiness Book Awards Finalist for International Book of the YearA book for a different breed of business leader, one who looks beyond the moment to create a life of significance.Most of us are familiar with the traditional way of looking at legacy-something preserved in the past. Traditional legacy is all around us, evidenced by the steady churn of autobiographies, bequests, commemorations, and dedications we are forever leaving in our collective cultural wake. This is not the legacy you will find in this book.Legacy in the Making celebrates an active, dynamic form of "modern legacy," seen through the eyes of a select group of extraordinary men and women who are pursuing their enduring ambitions in the age of now. More than caretakers of the past, these modern legacy builders are also the authors of a vital today and tomorrow. Rather than leaving their legacies behind them, they are looking ahead to harness their long-term ambitions and inspire others to help carry them forward. These are not static, traditional legacies. These are legacies in the making.

Wall Street Journal BestsellerPublishers Weekly Bestseller Create the company culture of your dreams-and make it last. In every organization, people either love their work or loathe it; they contribute or coast. Your culture can be soul enriching or soul crushing. Your culture gives life or takes it. Your employees care deeply or couldn't care less. Your organization's culture can become the most valuable intangible asset you steward. You can build a high performance culture-a place where people and the organization win. But cultures like this don't just happen overnight-leaders are responsible for fostering them. So, what really contributes to a thriving culture? What can a leader do to make a difference? Mark Miller and his team conducted a global study with more than 6,000 participants from ten countries to find the answers to these questions and more. In Culture Rules, leaders will learn the three simple rules that determine the health, vitality, and sustainability of culture, enabling them to build organizations that uncover untapped potential and transform it into performance.  Play the game well and you'll be astonished by what your organization can become. Culture rules!

"Here is a different take on the Amish and it's a good tale that is well told. Mark writes with honesty, compassion, elegance and strength. Any lover of the Amish and of Amish fiction will be blessed by this book. Five stars, Mark!" Murray Pura, Bestselling author of The Face of Heaven Luke Umble believed he was a man of God. One fateful decision could test all of his beliefs. With the support of his wife Annie, they uproot their family in an attempt to save the ones they love. Luke is challenged on all sides by his cantankerous father, his oldest son's rebellion and even his youngest daughter's Muscular Dystrophy. The one question he asks himself is "How far would you go to keep your faith?" The only answer Luke can find lies in God's Promise of Tomorrow.

A secret, wrapped in a mystery, hidden in a ring. There is no greater loneliness than self-doubt. Olena has been Queen of the Eastern Sky for almost a year. She is surrounded by friends, queens and servants. But her sister, Zandria, is off on another adventure without her. And worse, what little magic Olena knew has stopped working. Olena feels alone and helpless. Then she discovers a forgotten gift from the Prismata - a bronze ring. When she slips the ring on her finger, Olena opens the door to an ancient mystery that leads her to the far south of Empyrean. She starts off on her own adventure that reveals a new threat to their troubled land. A dinosaur-like race is preparing for war from beyond the southern border. Can a young girl with no magic save Empyrean? Or is it too late for Olena to solve the Mystery of the Secret Queen?

Can you miss someone you never knew? Zandria and Olena's mother has been missing for the past six years. In many ways, it's like they never knew her at all. The pain of their loss is realized the night after the great battle. Zandria discovers a hidden crystal imprisoning their missing mother. This discovery sends Zandria on a new quest, while Adam leads a rescue mission of his own. However, the wicked ringleader of the Carnivale Chaotica, Raymond Shaydaway, has plans of his own. He is intent on stopping Zandria and bringing back the Forgotten Evil. Will Zandria escape the evil Carnivale Chaotica? Will she find her mother in time to save Empyrean again? The Search for the Lost Queen begins!

Where do fairytale princesses go after their happily ever after?The land of Empyrean is home to all the myths and folklore of childhood. The princesses of once upon a time became the four great queens of this land ruled by magic.Now their land is in danger. One of the queens has disappeared. Without the fourth queen, the Forgotten Evil will be freed from its ancient prison.Two sisters, Zandria and Olena, live in a tiny village by the sea. Their world is about to get bigger. With his dying breath, Zandria's father tells her that she is to be the new queen. The sisters flee their home, chased by werewolves, facing danger at every turn. With the help of some unique allies, they must travel to the crystal castle, claim Zandria's birthright and stop the Forgotten Evil.Will the sisters reach the castle in time to save Empyrean? Or will they lose each other forever?Take the first step into the land of Empyrean to join Zandria and Olena on the Journey of the Fourth Queen!Silver Award Winner - Writers After Dark Chapter of Excellence

Sometimes, only a kid can save the day... Star athlete Josh and computer prodigy Madison begin the adventure of a lifetime when they discover the Small World Global Protection Agency. The GPA is a secret organization dedicated to helping other kids and saving the day when adults can't. Madison and Josh travel to Spain on the trail of the infamous cat burglar La Pantera in their second GPA adventure.

Sometimes, only a kid can save the day... Star athlete Josh and computer prodigy Madison begin the adventure of a lifetime when they discover the Small World Global Protection Agency. The GPA is a secret organization dedicated to helping other kids and saving the day when adults can't. In New Kids on the Rock, their first mission takes them to Australia where they go from the Outback to the top of the Sydney Opera House!

Eat your vegetables. Do your homework. Save the world. When you read this book, you become an Agent-in-Training for the Small World Global Protection Agency. Your mission: Join star athlete Josh and computer prodigy Madison as they travel the world, trying to stop the sinister minions of BIXAR (pronounced "bizarre") - while learning about the countries they visit. In The Not So Perfect Game, one of the GPA agents goes missing. Josh and Madison are sent to help find the agent. From the Ghana coast to the jungles, they face some unusual animals and a mysterious hunter. Can they discover what the hunter has planned and save their new friend before it's too late? And remember, sometimes only a kid can save the day!

Is it true you can never go home?As a foster child, Nyssa longed for a home. When she stepped through the door of a curious little oddity shop, she was about to learn a new meaning of the word home. She enters the fairy tale world of Empyrean only to find she's come unraveled and bounces through the history of that fantasy land. The girl discovers a world both frightening and exciting. She makes new friends and terrible enemies. After walking through that door, Nyssa lands in the middle of an epic battle of good versus evil. The Forgotten Evil is poised to escape as Nyssa struggles with her own coming of age in a race to save Empyrean.Lost in time with time running out, Nyssa has to choose between duty and friendship.What would you chose?This time travel adventure is the fourth book of the young adult fantasy series The Empyrical Tales.

What makes for a truly exceptional leader? Certainly, leaders need people skills, execution skills, a deep knowledge of industry trends, the ability to articulate a vision, and more--they must be competent--but that's just the tip of the iceberg. What's below the waterline? What's deep inside the best leaders that makes them different?Mark Miller contends it is their leadership character. In this enlightening and entertaining business fable, young and ambitious leader Blake Brown goes on a journey to discover the five unique traits exhibited by exceptional leaders and how to cultivate them. This book shows us that leadership needn't be the purview of the few--it is within reach for millions around the world. The Heart of Leadership is a road map for every person who desires to make a difference in the lives of others and become a leader people want to follow. ¿Qué es lo que hace que un líder sea verdaderamente excepcional? Sin duda, los líderes necesitan don de gentes, habilidades de ejecución, un conocimiento profundo de las tendencias de la industria, y la capacidad de articular una visión; y más aún: deben ser competentes. Pero eso es sólo la punta del iceberg. ¿Qué hay debajo de la línea de flotación? ¿Qué se esconde dentro de los mejores líderes, que los hace diferentes? Mark Miller sostiene que es el carácter. En esta fábula empresarial, clarificadora y amena, el joven y ambicioso líder Blake Brown emprende un viaje para descubrir los cinco rasgos únicos que distinguen a los líderes excepcionales, y cómo cultivarlos. Este libro nos muestra que el liderazgo no tiene por qué ser la meta de unos pocos, sino que está al alcance de millones de personas de todo el mundo. El corazón del liderazgo es un mapa para todo aquel que desee marcar una diferencia en la vida de los demás y convertirse en un líder que la gente quiera seguir.