The eastern side of the Smokies abounds with spooky tales, like the story of a Shadow Woman who appeared to a farmer each morning and evening to beg for a cup of milk. Skinned Tom is another East Tennessee haunt, though his is a sinister tale that warns the unfaithful to steer clear of local lover's lanes for their illicit trysting. From the farmer who finds a Cavern of Skulls to a moonshiner who makes a deal with a water demon; and the Half Shaved ghost seeking vengeance to the first (and only) meeting of the Asheville Ghost Club, the Great Smoky Mountains and its foothills abound with spooky tales. My favorites are in this collection.

Do places where violent deaths occur somehow absorb the horror, only to conjure up images that haunt the living for generations to come? Many people believe that this can indeed happen; above all, in the context of that manmade phenomenon that reaps so great a toll in so short a time: War. Haunted U.S. Battlefields takes us on a spine-tingling tour of America's most legendary spectral scenes of human struggle-from the Revolutionary War to the Civil War, from the Indian Wars to World War II and beyond. As America's bloodiest conflict, the Civil War has yielded the greatest number of ghostly sightings. Hence, most of the twenty-five battlefield legends this book relates are from this era-whether the myriad strange spectral happenings associated with Gettysburg, or this war's lesser known but equally tragic events. Summing up the eerie essence of wartime scenes across America-many of which today host popular ghost tours-Haunted U.S. Battlefields is a must for students of the paranormal, Civil War buffs, and all others interested in a spine-chilling realm of military history that the history books don't dare tell.

Thrilling stories of supernatural occurrences in Connecticut, including the curse on Dudleytown, the spirit of Hanna Cranna who causes car crashes in Monroe, the phantom black dog of Meriden, buried-alive Midnight Mary, the lost village of Bara-Hack, and many more.

As children, most of us freely express the joy-the music-within us. Our emotions are close to the surface, and we can bring them forth at the drop of a hat. But as we become adults, the joy seems to get buried deeper and deeper. Real life can take the music from our very being. But does it have to be that way? Is there anything we can do about it? In The Musical Soul Train: Discover the Songs from Your Heart, author Philip "PM" Moey shares his knowledge and experiences of life's spiritual pathways. Moey's fifteen years of research has taught him that though there are many universal principles about life, many are fundamentally the same but approached from different angles. The paths eventually lead to a single life worth living if you choose to do it well. And to live well, you cannot allow the music to die within you. Moey includes his personal musical flavor, but that does not mean it has to be ours; he reminds us that each of us has a song to be sung and showcased. The Musical Soul Train will thrill anyone who longs to tell his or her own story and anyone who is looking for a more meaningful, inspired life.

The world as we know it is about to change. Whether it is the Mayans' 2012 or the Christians' final days, humans can feel a major change coming to the world they now inhabit. Blood Quantum offers the hope of change of mind and soul over that of physical extermination. A world where the veil between the spirit world and the physical world once again is opened so that both can be quided by the Great Mystery of life, in a peaceful and harmonious way.

There is a mystical quality to the land and sky in New Mexico. Places with long histories, such as New Mexico, breed superstition, carrying the memories, stories, and beliefs of those who have passed before. The state is such a notoriously superstitious place that real estate agencies post notices about whether a house is "truly" haunted, with pseudo-legal discussions about the need to disclose this information publicly. There is a haunted State Monument in Lincoln County, and a lovelorn ghost wanders through one of the state's national parks. There are ghosts who are friendly and fearsome. Stories that have become fables, and others that are fully believed. Haunted New Mexico will occasionally ask you to suspend belief, showing those cracks between what is real and imagined.

What is a soul? What makes one soul different from another? What happens to the soul when a person dies? Lifesigns follows the journey of Dr. Elizabeth McClellan as she searches for answers to these ancient questions. Grounded in science, Elizabeth had never believed in paranormal activity. That conviction changes when shadows of past lives break into her present life. Everywhere she turns, signs suddenly appear and every answer she uncovers only produces more questions. This labyrinth of cryptic messages takes Elizabeth to Louisville Kentucky and across the ocean to England as she chases the specters that invade even her sleep. By the end of Lifesigns, you, too, will view the world around you in a different way. Your novel Lifesigns is a fascinating story. It encompasses both the present and a fine understanding of past history. Your attention to detail regarding customs and lifestyles of the Victorian era is appreciated. How you thread the two together is interesting and entertaining. This was a book I was always trying to second guess, but couldn't. The ending definitely warrants a sequel. Thanks for the enjoyable read, Phillip E. Fresno, Ca. Lifesigns has made me take a closer look at my own life's journey...at myself and those people and events that have made me who I am. This book certainly makes me considert "deja vu" moments in a completely different light. And as for those times when I look at someone and ask "have we met before..".hmmm...I wonder? Sue F. Cambria, Ca. Forget about your plans for the day & prepare to get lost in Lifesigns. This was a book I could not put down until I was done. The attention to detail makes you feel like you are taking the journey with Elizabeth. The end leaves you wanting to continue the journey. A must read Heather K. Gilroy, Ca. Lifesigns wove a thread of events that held my interest as I followed the characters through contemporary and past life experiences. It was a good reminder to pay attention to the subtle underlying events that present themselves in the form of intuition, dreams and the illusive form of inner knowing. Kristie M. Cave Junction, Or. I loved the relationships in Lifesigns, especially between the main character and her best friend. I could relate to them because they were the way real families are. It's a 'feel good' book and the marvelous descriptions gave me picture after picture of Elizabeth's travels through time and place. I can't wait to share it with my friends. Anne B. Houston, Tx.

2015 Best Book Award from the Communal Studies Association The captivating story of the people of Heaven's Gate, a religious group focused on transcending humanity and the Earth, and seeking salvation in the literal heavens on board a UFO In March 1997, thirty-nine people in Rancho Santa Fe, California, ritually terminated their lives. To outsiders, it was a mass suicide. To insiders, it was a graduation. This act was the culmination of over two decades of spiritual and social development for the members of Heaven's Gate. In this fascinating overview, Benjamin Zeller not only explores the question of why the members of Heaven's Gate committed ritual suicides, but interrogates the origin and evolution of the religion, its appeal, and its practices. By tracking the development of the history, social structure, and worldview of Heaven's Gate, Zeller draws out the ways in which the movement was both a reflection and a microcosm of larger American culture. The group emerged out of engagement with Evangelical Christianity, the New Age movement, science fiction and UFOs, and conspiracy theories, and it evolved in response to the religious quests of baby boomers, new religions of the counterculture, and the narcissistic pessimism of the 1990s. Thus, Heaven's Gate not only reflects the context of its environment, but also reveals how those forces interacted in the form of a single religious body. In the only book-length study of Heaven's Gate, Zeller traces the roots of the movement, examines its beliefs and practices, and tells the captivating story of its people.

Embark on a journey of true love, enough love to last forever. On her 16th birthday Kathern Tipo learns a deep dark family secret. However much to Kathern's surprise there are many more secrets to be reviled. Join her on her journey to discover what and who she is. Finding a live that is forbidden, Kathern finds a love that will last not only a lifetime, but an eternity, a love that will change the ways for their family forever.

After returning home after 15 years in Alaska the author found her ex-husband back home very ill with AIDS. The story told is of the author's time spent caring for him after the devastating diagnosis of AIDS. It is told through her journal entries relating his struggle, and how their relationship evolved and seemed cast into something planned ahead of time by a higher power. The personal entries weave dreams, premonitions, prayers, and losses, winding them around their memories to shape their very own world and reason for existence in the pages of this book. It is said to be both moving and hard to lay down.

Bishop Dalton Burnett is a man of the Word who has a desire to see the plan of God come to maturity in the lives of His people. With his wife Pastor Sandra Burnett, Bishop pastors Harvestime Evangelistic Ministries in London UK, Birmingham and Pakistan. The expansion of the Kingdom of God is Harvestime Ministries' main business. 'We believe that the Blessing is being manifested every day in every way'. Luke 14:17-23 "Come for all things are now ready" is the benchmark for the ministry that God assigned to Bishop Burnett. The main goal is to go bring the halt, the lame, the maimed and the blind into the Kingdom of Christ. Bishop believes that years of tradition has kept the church from fully understanding, who we are in Christ, our position in the Kingdom of God and the power of Gods Word in our mouth. The Ministry is intent on bringing hurting people to Jesus ensuring that they understand who they really are, so they can experience total freedom in Christ. Bishop Burnett travels extensively round the world teaching and preaching the undiluted Word of Faith, with the Lord truly confirming his Word with signs and wonders following. The healing anointing has increased greatly and the power of God has been moving in a tremendous way. Bishop refuses to accept anything less and so God always responds to His Word voiced through this man of God. He is a spiritual father and has impacted and inspired many lives. Riv

Do you claim that your health is a priority, but neglect doing anything about it? Most people know they should eat right and exercise, but for many individuals the motivation to do this is missing. Time constraints, work and family obligations, financial struggles, mental stress, depression, addictions, and a host of other issues get in the way. If we can't manage our lifestyle well, then managing our health becomes all the more challenging. There is not a unified process within the current public health education system to teach healthy behaviors, or to promote all dimensions of our well-being-in mind, body and spirit. This failure has created a global health care crisis. We can see the effects in record numbers; an epidemic of adults and children who are overweight or obese. The Proactive Health Solution (PHS) is the missing link in health care reform. By teaching individuals how to apply the PHS principles, they can learn to become proactive rather than reactive with their health. We can put a halt to this global pandemic. The PHS provides the educational roadmap to empower anyone toward this healthy lifestyle transformation.

In the memoir Defying the Odds, Urduja Dela Cueva chronicles her fascinating life story, opening with her journey from the Philippines to America where she begins a new chapter with the love of her life. After meeting Ralph, a handsome Navy Officer, at the United States Naval Base in Subic Bay, Urduja made the agonizing choice to leave her three children and extended family behind in the Philippines and immigrate to the United States in 1969. After she marries Ralph in a simple wedding ceremony at City Hall in Norfolk, Virginia, Ralph lands a new job on Wall Street that promises a bright future for their family. As Urduja encounters challenge after challenge, she tells the story of how she obtained a permanent visa, found steady work, and took courses at New York University, all while experiencing frightening, foretelling nightmares every night while she slept. Urduja's true and fascinating story proves that one woman can defy all odds and still win in the end through the power of faith and God's word.