New Releases by Nancy Kay

I first got my inspiration to cook at the tender age of 9 when I said to my mother, Dory, "Mommy, can I make soup?" She didn''t hesitate and asked me what kind of soup did I want to make and I responded with "what do we have?" I had a small pot, chicken stock cubes, water and access to whatever was in the fridge. I CUT UP AND PUT EVERY VEGGIE I COULD FIND INTO MY SOUP plus pasta shells...From that moment on, in that Eichler kitchen, on my mother''s stove in Foster City, CA I fell in love with cooking and what I could create just using my imagination and what was in the cupboards... I have learned over the years that if I don''t have a few basic things on hand I couldn''t come up with a new culinary creation when the inspiration struck me and it would drive me crazy. So as a prelogue I would like to outline the ''I gotta have it on hand at all times" pantry list so my creative cooking soul feels safe and content to cook or not to cook...

Follow eighteen-year-old Jonathan and his best friend, Charlie, a Cherokee Indian, into the wilds of Northern Kentucky in 1856 to rescue Jonathan''s father from a renegade tribe of Shawnee. Charlie and Jonathan depart the mountains of Western North Carolina on horseback and have many exciting adventures along the way. With Wings as Eagles is a novel of suspense and perilous episodes.

During the Covid-19 Pandemic, I created this Quarantine Opus Book on my dining room table from March 18 to May 18, 2020.As a mixed - media artist and as an accidental archivist, I repurpose found paper and abject objects that bear the weight of history; they tell enduring tales of love, loss, sacrifice, travel, marriage, birth, death, wars and work.As the global community shut down, those of us lucky enough to have a home, were bound to it as the world stood still. This book is both a memorial to those who died and a reminder that the more things change the more they stay the same.

Sometimes in life you find a special friend - someone who changes your life just by being part of it. Someone who makes you believethere really is good in the world. Someone who convinces you there is an unlocked door just waiting for you to open it. This is forever friendship.

Henry remembers the dream of his father to own land and provide for his family. Henry and Katherine embark on a journey that takes years to complete. Along the way, love blossoms. Hard work and perseverance rewards them with strong sons and pretty daughters. Henry acquires land enough to provide for his children, as they plan for their futures. Henry lives his father''s dream.

Selling the Family shares the reflections of a sole surviving family member as she sorts several generations of belongings for a final estate auction, a quintessential experience in rural America. The setting is a 33-acre property in southwestern Wisconsin, a forested coulee on the Mississippi River, but the story is reflective of any rural setting in the Upper Midwest. Nancy Kay Peterson recounts the deaths of her immediate family and watches an auctioneer''s staff organize the sale of what to the family were thoughtfully acquired possessions collected over several lifespans. She sees childhood treasures tossed together for bundled bids, her father''s WWII memorabilia appraised, gifts given laid out for re-sale, unsaleable household goods thrown into the trash. As the staff works, Nancy "saves" what she can by giving items away to friends - "grandmother''s quilts and doilies, never used egg coddlers, silver appetizer forks, Norwegian sweaters." She picks up useful items like poster putty, but also rescues the unnecessary -- her sister''s small wooden puffin and her brother-in-law''s Norwegian bottle opener. As she watches the meaningful property in her relatives'' eyes being transformed into merchandise to be sold or simply trashed, Nancy relives the memories she will never again be able to share with someone else who remembers them, too. Just before the auction, she strews the ashes of her sister and brother-in-law on the land they loved, and as she walks the property one last time, she examines the depth of her grief. While the story is melancholy, it''s telling is honest, rather than sentimental, cathartic, rather than debilitating, and ends, as it must, on a thin note of joy and gratitude for the love once shared.

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I first got my inspiration to cook at the tender age of 9 when I said to my mother, Dory, “Mommy, can I make soup?” She didn’t hesitate and asked me what kind of soup did I want to make and I responded with “what do we have?” I had a small pot, chicken stock cubes, water and access to whatever was in the fridge. I CUT UP AND PUT EVERY VEGGIE I COULD FIND INTO MY SOUP plus pasta shells...From that moment on, in that Eichler kitchen, on my mother’s stove in Foster City, CA I fell in love with cooking and what I could create just using my imagination and what was in the cupboards... I have learned over the years that if I don’t have a few basic things on hand I couldn’t come up with a new culinary creation when the inspiration struck me and it would drive me crazy. So as a prelogue I would like to outline the ‘I gotta have it on hand at all times” pantry list so my creative cooking soul feels safe and content to cook or not to cook...

A book of short stories to inspire and uplift the human spirit.

A dead body... A female suspect... A detective on vacation. Can he separate duty from desire? Can she trust his mind-blowing kisses? Or will her unknown past end their future together? When homicide detective Nick McGraw encounters upscale spa owner Cassi Burke standing over a dead body gripping a bloody knife, Nick''s much-needed vacation slams to a halt. Instincts tell the seasoned officer she didn''t kill the man at her feet, but he''s duty bound to deliver her to local police never suspecting Cassi''s brief moment of fame will make her a target. Cassi denies involvement with the murder, and Nick strives to distance himself from the case, but sizzling attraction between the detective and the suspect escalates, putting their feeling for one another, the ongoing investigation, and the threat to Cassi''s life on a collision course.

readers came --to remain dependent upon her family as an "old maid" or to attempt to earn a meager salary as a governess-we might conclude that the novel is, at least in part, a tract urging all to marry. But Austen is, in fact, ambivalent about marriage. This ambivalence is present in Emma''s thinking about marriage. Although Emma is eager to do what she can to facilitate the marriages of others, she resists the idea that she should marry. When the novel opens, Emma''s observations of the marriages of others have led her to the conclusion that none of the couples have what she would want for herself in a marriage. This ambivalence is, no doubt, partly the result of Emma''s self-delusions. But it also owes much to the problems which Jane Austen saw with the institution of marriage. If, as I shall argue, Emma''s conclusions are accurate reflections of Austen''s own opinion of marriage and most marriages, why does Austen nevertheless end the novel by having Emma marry Mr. Knightley? The reader of the novel might well like to ask Jane Austen a question similar to Emma''s when she asked her father, "My dear papa, you are no friend of matrimony and therefore why should you be so anxious to pay your respects...

Two generations ago Ahleri, the greatest Sword the world of Eormengrund had ever seen, left the known confines of Kimala to journey far to the north where demonkind was rumored to live. He never returned. But he opened a door that would lead to conflict for those who followed him.Now, deep in the mountain of Kimala, the current Sword and Shield wait. They have carefully and painstakingly set a trap for the greatest demon known to humankind. If they succeed in their plan, they believe peace will finally return. If they fail, they will have opened the way for demonkind to enter the small city of Claxbury, Kentucky.Jason McCarthy simply wanted to join his aunt Jessie and cousin Lucy for their weekly lunch. What he found instead was a note filled with mystery and smeared with something red. Jason''s mind raced to scenarios of kidnapping and disaster, as a young man''s active imagination would. Little did he know that he was being drawn into a fantastic world of mystery and magic.Lucy Perrymore waited at Miss Winnifred James'' house for her mother to return. At the age of thirteen, her imagination was outwardly far more extreme than her cousin''s. The only difference was she knew that her imagination was fact, not fantasy.Join Jessie Perrymore, who became the Shield of Eormengrund, and her Sword, Eron as they weave their magic to save both of their worlds, their daughter Lucy, and Jessie''s nephew, Jason McCarthy as they and a host of others are drawn into this web of adventure that bridges two worlds.

As a young girl Melynda Oakes spent one magical summer in Intermezzo Cottage. Now, blindsided by divorce, the retired bank exec returns determined to jumpstart her shattered life. Retired police lieutenant Mackane Maguire weathered the loss of a wife, raised two kids and managed a distinguished career. He craves an undemanding, uncomplicated vacation. Then due to a botched reservation, Lyn and Kane claim the same rental. He''s furious. She''s mule stubborn. Both refuse to give up, and the only alternative is to share the quaint, lakeside cottage. The arrangement evolves into an enticing, no strings compromise, paving the way for heated nights. Lyn dares to hope she may once again trust a man, and Kane finds himself entangled in the sexy lady''s charm. But as things heat up, an innocent secret linked to Intermezzo turns deadly and threatens their happiness, their future together...and their lives.

Chapter after chapter, verse after verse, the Bible shows a loving heavenly Father lavishing His grace on us through His son. In her book, The Grace Impact, author Nancy Kay Grace gives us a closer glimpse of God''s character. In all things at all times, His grace covers every detail of life, not just the good things, but the difficult, sad and complicated things. That knowledge can give us the ability to walk confidently through life knowing God is with us every step of the way.

Inherited Love is the story of Sydney Drake, a gutsy young woman who inherits a run-down B&B but when the owner''s grandson returns to claim his birthright Sydney is faced with more problems than renovating the business. Sydney soon learns to resolve matters of the heart can be much more difficult than business matters.

Rich McConnell''s past catches up with him when a sniper''s bullet shatters the quiet morning... and with it, his illusion of second chance love with Ada Blaine. & ;& ;After Culinary Herb Gardener Ada Blaine loses the love of her life, she avoids men and spends years turning a beloved hobby into a thriving business. Former Marine Rich McConnell left behind a nasty divorce and traded a promising military career for a hardware store with no complications. He discovers he can''t keep his hands off the elusive gardener, and her determination to remain independent falters when the ever-charming Rich weakens the wall Ada''s built around her heart. Then just as late-in-life second-chance love seems possible, Ada is threatened by a sniper''s bullet, and Rich''s past comes back to haunt him.

In Speaking for Spot Dr. Nancy Kay taught us why we need to be medical advocates for our pets and how to fulfill this important role. In Your Dog''s Best Health she takes us to the next level by spelling out what is reasonable to expect from your vet. The book''s clear, humor-laden content focuses on "relationship centered care," a style of communication that facilitates collaborative discussion with your vet about your dog''s diet, vaccinations, second opinions, referral for specialized care, your Internet research, and medical and financial options. Additionally, Dr. Kay teaches you to expect round-the-clock care, email communication with your vet, and the opportunity to be with your beloved pet when he or she passes away. The last chapter of Your Dog''s Best Health is reserved for clarifying what your veterinarian reasonably expects from you! What you learn will result in a win-win-win situation for you, your dog, and your veterinarian. Visits to the vet will never be the same! This book is filled to the brim with new and wonderfully practical information and advice. In her usual direct and humorous style, Dr. Kay has once again established herself to be a stellar advocate for successful communication between pet owners and their vets. --Dr. Marty Becker, Featured Columnist Vetstreet.com and Veterinary Contributor for Good Morning America and the Dr. Oz Show Brilliant! Everyone who has a dog should have a copy of this concise and useful book. Dogs (and vets) everywhere will thank Dr. Nancy for writing it. --Patricia B. McConnell, PhD, CAAB, Author, The Other End of the Leash and For the Love of a Dog So many of the complaints I hear from family members and friends about their veterinarians could be prevented if only these dog-loving consumers read I. Put into practice, Dr. Kay''s sensible and informed advice about achieving a dozen reasonable things to expect from your vet can help any guardian get the most value for their veterinary health care dollar. Importantly, Dr. Kay''s advice will also protect and preserve the lines of communication and trust between the veterinarian and his client, thus maximizing the benefits to the all-important patient. --Nancy Kerns, Editor, The Whole Dog Journal The author of I has done it again! Dr. Nancy Kay pulls no punches as she educates us about what we are entitled to as consumers of veterinary medicine. This book belongs on the shelves of dog lovers everywhere. Dr. Kay continues to be our best friend when it comes to advocating for our dogs'' health. We have a lot to thank her for! --Claudia Kawczynska, Editor, The BARK Magazine There is no one in the veterinary world today advocating more powerfully for clear communication between pet owner and veterinarian than Dr. Nancy Kay. In I she cuts through misconceptions and false assumptions to lay out a simple blueprint to guide vet and owner to an effective working relationship and the best possible outcome for every dog. --Christie Keith,"Your Whole Pet" Columnist, San Francisco Chronicle/SFGate.com Few veterinarians have the credentials, skill and knowledge of Dr. Nancy Kay, and fewer still have the gift for sharing what they know to help pet lovers get the best care for their animals. A paragraph by Dr. Kay is worth a celebration. Another book? A bargain at any price, full of passion, compassion and easy-to-understand knowledge you can use to work with your own veterinarian. -Gina Spadafori, Syndicated Pet-Care Columnist and Author, Dogs For Dummies

Philly Detective Nick McGraw''s much needed vacation comes to a halt following his encounter with upscale spa proprietress Cassi Burke. Instincts tell the seasoned homicide cop Cassi didn''t kill the dead man at her feet. But Nick''s duty bound to deliver her to local police, never suspecting Cassi''s brief moment of fame will make her the target of a psychotic stalker. Though intrigued by Cassi, Nick is not looking for forever, and he senses Cassi is a forever kind of girl. Attraction escalates, putting their feelings for one another, the silent threat to Cassi''s life, and Nick''s involvement in the unsolved murder case on a collision course.

Shugart weaves together real-life stories with care and passion to prove that anything is possible when one believes in himself or herself. She profiles 20 people who as children were told they didn''t belong, were too different, or that they couldn''t achieve their goals.

This thesis explores the life of Grenville Clark (1882-1967), a complicated and important yet virtually unknown American. Clark was a lawyer by profession and a public servant by avocation. He was called "Statesman Incognito" for his preference to work behind the scenes, saying: "There is no limit to the good a man can do if he doesn''t care who gets credit." He was born and raised in a wealthy New York "establishment" family, educated at Harvard and Harvard Law, founded a premiere Wall Street law firm, served on the elite Harvard Corporation, and in his "spare time" designed military preparedness programs for both World Wars, and vigorously defended civil liberties, academic freedom, and civil rights.

The suspected forensic case involving two skeletons whose identities have remained a mystery for 35 years is reexamined using bioarchaeological analysis. Methods for estimating sex, age at death, ancestry, stature, and pathology/trauma methods are applied in an effort to glean more information about the remains. A facial reconstruction is presented with a step-by-step illustration to reveal the potential appearance of one of the individuals Historical research into the recovery site, the circumstances of their disinterment, and temporal evidence is used to contextualize in the tale of two men twice disturbed.

Provides hundreds of tips to help dog owners make well-informed decisions for their pets, including information on finding the right doctor, understanding veterinary vocabulary and technology, getting a second opinion, and supporting one''s pet through various stages of illness.

The focus of this study was to determine the difference between teaching the 6+1 Trait Writing Model to fifth graders and the traditional writing workshop method of teaching writing on overall student writing achievement according to the data supplied by a writing rubric. The study involved 8 classes of fifth graders in 2 different schools. One school provided instruction according to the 6+1 Trait Writing Model, and the other school provided instruction using the traditional writing workshop method of teaching writing. It was hypothesized that students receiving instruction using the 6+1 Trait Writing Model would exhibit greater gains in writing achievement and quality according to the data supplied by a writing rubric. Significant differences were found in two out of four component areas on the rubric used for scoring student papers. Results indicated that the type of method used to teach writing is not as significant as providing structured instruction as well as time for student writing. Suggestions for further research are also included.

A powerful debut about a young man whose denial of his past nearly destroys the new life he seeks Shaking off his hellish adolescence in a nowhere Nebraska town (and leaving a beloved younger sister to fend for herself in the same hostile environment), Seth McKenna escapes to make a new reality for himself as a struggling artist in Manhattan. When he falls hard for Jim Glaser, an alluring older man who is astonished to find in Seth the second love of his life, it seems simpler to gloss over his old life in Drinkwater and the history he used to have. Jim, who expected to remain alone forever, is happy to start over, too, and theirs becomes a tender, sexy romance. Although Seth seems to have successfully put his past behind him to become the man he wants to be---the kind of man Jim can cherish---his childhood rushes back unexpectedly and with a vengeance. When Seth''s sister, Cassie, arrives in the city with significant secrets and plans of her own, Drinkwater''s intractable demands force Seth to revisit his hidden past. What Jim learns about Seth''s concealments threatens to destroy their new life together. An engrossing contemporary drama of family ties both imposed and chosen, What Love Means to You People presents an indelible, illuminating look at the survival of the human spirit through willful reinvention and the power of love. Advance Praise for What Love Means to You People "A powerful debut novel--smart, sexy, and highly readable. NancyKay Shapiro''s characters are subtly observed and movingly human."--Regina McBride, author of The Marriage Bed "Profound and moving. Shapiro dares to reimagine suffering and takes us on a journey to love and back. Seth McKenna will get under your skin. I am touched."--Abha Dawesar, author of Babyji "NancyKay Shapiro''s debut is a powerful and knowing look at what can happen to love when the past bubbles up into the present. Elegantly written, this is a moving and surprising novel that doesn''t let you go."--Katharine Weber, author of The Little Women, The Music Lesson, and Objects in Mirror Are Closer Than They Appear