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The Olive Tree charts Carol Drinkwater's colourful and often dangerous journey in search of the routes that olive cultivation has taken over the centuries. Set during a springtime Mediterranean that is evocative and perennial, it is above all a tale of our time.

Would you choose to save your life or your soul? Abigail must choose between two men. One can save her life. The other can save her soul. Her choice will impact her life and the lives of those around her in a way no one can imagine.

Melodie returns to her mother's house in Corfu for the first time since inheriting it. Only, she discovers it isn't empty. She finds someone has been living there; a girl who claims the property is hers. Dismissing the claim, Melodie tries to enjoy her new life and love in the beauty of Corfu. The girl soon resurfaces and it becomes impossible to ignore her any longer. Who is this girl, and what does she want from Melodie?

"Beneath the Olive Tree, A Journey of Survival" is a compelling historical fiction novel that delves into the intricate dynamics of family, loyalty, and survival amidst the backdrop of war and political upheaval. The story follows the Vassanas family, primarily through the eyes of young Joey Vassanas, as they navigate the rapidly changing societal landscape of the Mediterranean from the 1940s through the early communist era.

From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the bustling streets of America, Giovanni Olivi’s journey is one of heartache, sacrifice, and unwavering love. As the second son of a poor farming family, Giovanni is bound by tradition and forced to leave behind his beloved Ersilia Innocenti to seek fortune abroad. But what begins as a promise of a better life soon becomes a harrowing tale of the immigrant experience, defined by grueling labor, poverty, and separation.

An extraordinary new voice in contemporary woman’s fiction, Courtney Miller Santo makes her magnificent debut with a novel that will delight fans of Sarah Blake’s The Postmistress, The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd, and the works of Kristin Hannah. Set in a house on an olive grove in...

A Christian podcast primarily aimed at young-ish women (though men could benefit as well) navigating through dating, marriage, starting their own lives and finding their purposes. Join me to discuss the real issues young Christian women face, and what we can do about them.

My name is Farhaan and life is extremely complex. Let’s break it down together and discern the difference between truth and falsehood. Let’s reflect on life and its intricacies. I’ll take you on this journey with me through my lens and hope we can both walk away from this having grown. consider it a safe space for discussion. Feel free to email me about whatever. No pressure. I am here.Edited by Sana Sohale

Before the #MeToo movement, there was the 1970s and three girls - Tessa, Athena, Jenny – looking for love, friendship, and meaningful futures. In desiring to break traditional roles in gender and sexuality, they face challenges from family, church and society. With new freedoms, there are also dangers. This is a story of women's empowerment that has relevance today for women and men. For listeners aged 15+

The author’s personal journey of transformation following her son Blaise’s suicide. The book traces her path from grief to understanding and healing, shown through a collection of 21 fables and poems she wrote to Blaise in the year after his untimely death. This audiobook explores Laura’s message that it is in your power to overcome personal difficulties, no matter what, by creating something beautiful in the wake of whatever has befallen you. The terrible times you suffer are not the end of life, but can become a new beginning.

A comprehensive, practical introduction to the often misunderstood world of olive oil—with recipes for appetizers, pasta, sauces, and desserts—from the founders and producers of the acclaimed EXAU Olive Oil brand. Humans have produced and enjoyed olive oil for thousands of years, but...

The Palestinian struggle for freedom has been going on for 75 years now. The Palestinian people have since been subjected to a brutal regime of killing, destruction of homes and a denial of their basic human rights by the Apartheid state of Israel. This Podcast aims to clearly and effectively share the Palestinian side and to provide important dialogues with guests knowledgeable in this area. I hope that through these conversations, the Palestinian people gain an important voice in the western world and come closer to achieving their liberation.

In Roots, Heini is home in Wales nursing her sick mother while Naomi is attending launch parties for her latest novel. The civil war in Spain seems a world away, until the fascists bomb and destroy Guernica, murdering hundreds of men, women, and children. Heini’s boyfriend, Deiniol Price, a coal miner, feels he must rally to the Spanish Republic’s cause and volunteer for the International Brigades while Naomi’s paramour, Count Nicolas Esteban, a pilot, dreams of glory, fighting for the fascists.

Step into the enchanting world of "Love Amongst The Olive Groves," where love blossoms amidst the sun-drenched landscapes of Sardinia, Italy. In this captivating short story, Elin, a spirited young woman from Uppsala, Sweden, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure that leads her to unexpected encounters and profound connections.

Reflections on the purpose, principles, and philosophy of education in light of Scripture and the Messianic Way, hosted by a veteran educator who happens to be a homeschool graduate and career coach. Transcripts provided by FromHeard2Word Transcription.

Hace veinticuatro años, durante unas vacaciones mágicas en Chipre, Helena se enamoró por primera vez. Ahora regresa a Pandora, una casa hermosa pero en muy mal estado que su padrino le ha dejado en herencia, para pasar el verano junto a su familia. No obstante, la idílica belleza de Pandora esconde muchos secretos, secretos que durante años Helena ha sido capaz de ocultar a su marido, William, y a su hijo Alex, que, con solo trece años, se debate entre proteger a su madre o averiguar la verdad sobre su verdadero padre.

Silvia Greco is broke and living with her father in New Jersey when her mother asks her for help in gathering their family to celebrate her younger brother's high school graduation. Uniting her feuding family members who haven't been together in more than six years and whose parents are newly separated is a truly great challenge. Can she make peace in her family and save them from devolving into families like those of her parents, with siblings who are estranged from one another?

Do you feel rushed, exhausted, overwhelmed, or spiritually drained? Is your life too busy, filled with noise and distractions—keeping you from hearing God’s voice and experiencing the peace of God? You’re not alone. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hurry, stress, and chaos of modern life. But Jesus offers a better way—a life of rest, hope, and renewal.

Discover the solution to the number one problem for many Christians: How to share my faith? The biggest struggle that most Christians have with sharing the gospel isn’t fear, a lack of giftedness, or biblical knowledge. On the contrary, those reasons are merely symptoms of a bigger problem. One that, at first, is hard to see but thankfully is a lot easier to fix.

Olive Kennedy doesn't believe in fairy tales. In a desperate attempt to earn income, fairy world therapist Olive Kennedy resorts to finding clients at the Texas Renaissance Festival. When she discovers the corpse of her client's husband discarded in her booth, she realizes that earning her next paycheck is the least of her worries. Even worse, Olive learns the murderer may be a magical monster from the fairy realm.