From the sublime to the ridiculous, the tragic to the absurd, An Epic Odyssey of Madness and Mayhem shows how we learned to see ourselves differently while finding new ways to do life during the pandemic. Rather than just another treatise about living through COVID-19, the book also includes whimsical and incongruous escapes such as the author's disdain for the number nine, as well as observations from her life such as "Peeing on My Mom," a funny, yet heart-wrenching telling of an incident that occurred when the writer was four.
Carla Bastos is a freelance journalist and former newspaper editor. Known for her thorough research and honest observation, her many years of world travels and humanitarian work continue to inform thoughtful, wise and humorous commentary. Her other books include A (Cosmic, Comical, Complicated) Life Alone and The Walk.
An Epic Odyssey of Madness and Mayhem is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-951985-73-8) and eBook format (ISBN 978-1-951985-74-5) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. More information can be found at the author’s official website, carla-bastos.com.
]]>Reeling from the divorce from his manipulative ex-wife, Paul Alfred decides to uproot his life in North Carolina and disappear to the hills of Ireland. His relocation sparks the beginning of his journey to not only realize the inherent magic of Ireland, but also the power and wonder within his soul.
Although his new life begins in disaster, Paul soon begins to settle down and enjoy building a life with the colorful citizens of Dungloe. Excitement, friendships, and possibly even romance lay in store for Paul, who will have to define for himself just how far he will go for the one he cares about.
After seven trips to Ireland, the author, Gary Hope, has experienced the magic and enchantment that is captured in this book. This is his third novel, the first two being It's Too Late To Die Young Now and Abbey. Home is in the Northlands of Carolina, where he has lived for over three hundred years, but which seems like only three weeks.
The Girl from Tir-na-nOg is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-939-3) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-6213-940-9) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to www.garyhopebooks.com.
]]>Struggling with the ghosts of his past, Liam must traverse the details of his old cases to find clues as to who, and why, someone would want him dead. Daunting facts begin to emerge as O’Connor realizes the attempted hit is connected to the recent murder of a former Boston police captain and his own deceased father.
O’Connor must form new allies if he is to survive the investigation, so he befriends the local police detective, Officer John Tibedoe, and starts to fall for the beautiful Officer Tina Youngblood. Will those closest to him be his salvation, or will Liam find himself trusting the wrong people in The Key To Betrayal?
Born and raised in California, author John Matthew Lee is a third-generation law enforcement officer with fifteen years spent as a homicide detective, sergeant, and detective commander. His extensive career with the Sheriff’s Department helped formulate his unique storytelling perspective. Being a husband, father, decorated officer and longtime high school football coach has provided him with the background and desire to write The Key To Betrayal.
The Key To Betrayal is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-843-3) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-862-4) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom.
]]>"Cultural differences matter: How profoundly they differ and how powerful these differences can be," recounts the author in his riveting first‐hand account of his sometimes hilarious and moving struggle to comprehend and adapt to life in a foreign land. Culture Clash provides a simplified way of grasping an otherwise complex subject. Long draws from his personal experiences to show real life examples of the problems that can develop when cultural differences are ignored or underestimated.
Benjamin Long is a graduate of Redlands University and has lived in and traveled to North America, Europe, Middle East, and South East Asia. He grew up in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States in his teen years. He currently lives in Los Angeles, California.
Culture Clash is available in hardcover (ISBN 978‐1‐62137‐763‐2), softcover (ISBN 978‐1‐62137‐763‐4) and eBook (ISBN 978‐1‐62137‐764‐1) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to: www.benjaminlongbooks.com
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Participants will balance wine glasses, throw bean bags at wine bottles, spit and bounce corks, catch crackers, roll grapes, and, of course, drink lots of wine. This compilation contains both instructions and illustrations to ensure every game is easy to follow.
The Wine Games is Brent Runzel’s first published work. Brent and his wife Karin regularly visit different wineries and vineyards, having followed wine trails in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Napa Valley. They prefer white wines such as Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc and unoaked Chardonnay. They often gather with their friends to play Wine Games. Brent is also an avid runner and professional sports fan.
The Wine Games is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-792-4) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-6213-793-1) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to www.TheWineGames.com
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Amidst requests from a local police officer to prevent the murder of an old acquaintance, Janna balances chaos at home with her children and relatives against looming mystery. As a creative woman artist who doesn't like to be bullied by criminals, Janna discovers surprisingly practical ways to deal with criminals amid the hectic standards of daily life.
Morning Star Journey is the second novel written by author Judy McGrath. Trained in art, design, and writing, she has taught at public and private schools, gained experience in security, and dabbled in the intricacies of retail. In addition to writing, Judy is a wife, mother, and grandmother, living in the mountains of San Diego County, California.
Morning Star Journey is available in hardcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-756-6), softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-757-3), and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-758-0) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to: www.judithmcgrath.com.
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Join Lu Crew’s revolution to discover how the body, mind and spirit work together for exceptional health. Start making a change today through informed choices outlined in 7 Steps to Nutritional Balance. From purified water to herb qualities, this health guide is essential to consumers looking for answers.
Author and holistic activist Lu Crews shares her amazing story of how she pioneered the maze of health from an early age. She has been on a quest for many years, educating herself and all who will listen, to help others live an informed and healthy lifestyle.
7 Steps to Nutritional Balance is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-780-1) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-6213-778-1-8) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to: www.StepsToNutritionalBalance.com
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Editorial Reviews:
"Interface" ... is so unlike anything I've ever read before, and is a great mix of action, mystery, thriller, psychological suspense, and supernatural, all tied together with great writing and an intriguing plot. I was almost disappointed when it was over, but the ending was satisfying and leads us to believe that there will be more. Great characterization and pacing.
Karen Matthews-Indie Book Reviewers
I really enjoyed this book, and the concept of mind-mapping was definitely a new one for me. The characters were all interesting and well-written, and I appreciated the fact that the author wasn't afraid to take risks and think outside the box with this one (pardon the pun).
Jhonni Parker- Goodreads
I haven't read anything like that in a long time, if ever. For once it seemed like the characters were anything but the stock, ordinary typical hero/protag guys, but instead all had demons, motivations, secrets, and I don't want to focus too much on it, but I thought the mind-mapping aspect was pretty cool too. All came together to create a fresh-feeling novel that was out of the ordinary and kept me hooked throughout.
Darla Ortiz- Shelfari
Whoa, that was a totally unexpected, surreal, and surprising ride! The writing is very descriptive and we can picture everything perfectly, but not so overdone that it slows down the pace.
Kaylee Stevens-Indie Book Reviewers
It's not often that I'm surprised or even all that impressed with books, simply because I read so, so much ... "Interface" was a welcome departure from many derivative tropes overused in the sci-fi genre, but still felt familiar enough to be a comfortable experience.
Anabella Johnson-Shelfari
The boys visit ancient castles and have scary encounters as they soak up exciting local history along the way. Their travels take them to Paris and London as well as Edinburgh, St. Andrews and Inverness in Scotland, where they have the good fortune to meet up with the Loch Ness Monster! The Adventures of Angus and Edmond is a feast of fun for animal lovers and children of all ages.
Author Gunna Dickson is a New York-based writer, editor and translator who was inspired by her adopted cats to write this book. Jon McIntosh, who lives and works in Key West, divides his time between commercial and fine art. He has received many awards for design and illustration, comic strips and children's books.
The Adventures of Angus and Edmond is available in hardcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-768-9) and softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-759-7) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. More information can be found at the official website, www.angusandedmond.com.
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In The Adventure of the Pink Ruby, Puck demonstrates his power of Penguin Magic. When Nef’s dad gets into trouble, Puck seems to know before anyone else. Puck begins using his magic to help out Nef, even when she doesn’t ask. The resulting misadventures of Nef and Puck unpredictably cause more trouble than ever expected.
A Pittsburgh native, Bill Moreland graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1982. Now that geography separates the author from his children and grandchildren, he has decided to put the many bedtime stories he created for his family into print with the help of Puck.
The Continuing Adventures of Puck the Magic Penguin: The Adventure of the Pink Ruby is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-736-8) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-743-6) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to: www.puckthemagicpenguin.com]]>
Steele will have to kill those who are preparing the attack. This chaotic undertaking involves defeating radical groups, rogue agents, and the Devil’s Disciples motorcycle gang. Thousands of lives in Washington, D.C. hang in the balance of Steele and his team.
Steele Away is the second book in E. J. Robb’s Richard Steele Series. Robb’s career has taken him from the military to the FBI, giving him a unique perspective of the inner workings of the United States. Full of true-to-life experiences, the series delivers a thrilling feeling of authenticity.
Steele Away is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-673-6) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-674-3) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to: www.ejrobbbooks.com.
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The King of Coalman's Hill is a moving story filled with old-fashioned values, childhood nostalgia, and the challenges we all face in life. Focusing on the importance of love and family, the novel’s message resonates long after the final words are read.
The King of Coalman's Hill is the eighth book written by Matt Shea. He is greatly inspired by the writings of Andy Griffith and focuses on the common folk that comprise small towns. Matt credits the success of his first book, The Groundskeeper and Other Short Stories, to his family. The values that were instilled throughout his childhood gave him the strong sense of justice that is conveyed through his writings.
The King of Coalman's Hill is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-748-1) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-749-8) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to: www.sheasbooks.com.
]]>From the wilds of the Occaneechi Warriors' Path in the Carolina Piedmont, a lonely Monastery in far Northumbria, and a mansion in The Strand of London, a middle-aged man seeks his lost youth, a boy and girl help him find it, and a beautiful red stallion brings them all together. The combination of characters form a melting pot of cultures, class, languages, religions and personalities. In the historic South Carolina explored in this riveting novel, some of these differences blended while others created problems that could never be overcome.
From The Far Places is the seventh novel in the Mockingbird Series by Dorothy K. Morris. She was born in Charleston, South Carolina, a city her ancestors helped establish. She grew up struggling with the pain that still lingered from the residue of slavery and the Civil War. Morris enjoys genealogy due to her extensive family history and is a member of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Who’s Who in America, and Who’s Who of American Women.
From The Far Places is available in softcover (ISBN 987-1-62137-751-1) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-752-8) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to www.dorothykmorrisbooks.com.
]]>Why has this trend grown so much lately? Many cite coloring as an amazing stress reliever. Looking back at history, psychiatrist Carl Jung was noted to prescribe coloring to his patients to calm and center their minds. As a creative activity that requires focus, it’s easy to see how coloring can ease the mind. Similar to crossword puzzles, coloring is an activity that allows us to forget outside stressors in a moment of peace.
More than just therapy, coloring has recently turned into a social activity. Businesses such as ‘Painting with a Twist’ and ‘Pinot’s Palette’ have skyrocketed in recent years creating an environment for social coloring (or painting). Even bookstores such as Barnes & Noble have put together events for adults to meet up and color together. Since when do kids get to have all the fun?
Adding to the trend, Virtualbookworm has recently published the "Divinely Silly Coloring Book: For People of All Shapes and Sizes" by Radisha. The 126-page coloring book is uniquely designed for adults (although kids will love it as well). To experience what this trend is all about, you can purchase the book for $12.95 for our website. Remember, coloring books aren’t just for kids; they’re for the inner kid in all of us.
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Relive George’s entertaining life in this humorous novel. It's Too Late To Die Young Now is told with a mixture of greed, romance, lust, and a lot of comedy. If you like being entertained, this book is sure to please.
It’s Too Late To Die Young Now is the first novel written by Gary R. Hope, who previously penned four works of non-fiction. When asked why he switched to writing fiction, he replied, “because change gives me an opportunity to think, and lets my imagination take me anywhere I want to go."
It’s Too Late To Die Young Now is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-745-0) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-746-7) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to: www.garyhopebooks.com.
]]>The Inseparable Six has been shattered and Drephoria is no longer the blissful world it once was. With seemingly no way out, the future of Kail and his friends hangs on the answer to an impossible question: What must be sacrificed to live one more day? For Kail, The Inseparable Six, and for readers, it’s time to wake up. This is the end of memories.
Christopher Compton is from Keswick, a small town north of Toronto. A gifted young author, he has received the ‘Most Imaginative Setting Award’ for Eternal Dreams. Mr. Compton graduated from Western University with a major in English Language and Literature and a minor in Creative Writing. Eternal Dreams: The End of Memories is the third and final installment in the Eternal Dreams series consisting of The Curse of Memories and The Gift of Memories.
Eternal Dreams: The End of Memories is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-724-5) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-725-2) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to: www.eternaldreamstrilogy.com.
]]>When Steele pops up on the Department of Homeland Security's radar, he is tracked and found by Agent Lewis Preston. Through a series unexpected events, Agent Preston and Richard Steele discover that their goals ultimately intersect. Each man's skill and determination will be tested as they protect the United States from those who wish to harm it.
Steele Trap is E. J. Robb’s first edition in the upcoming Richard Steele Series. Robb’s career has taken him from the military to the FBI, giving him a unique perspective of the inner workings of the United States. Full of true-to-life experiences, Steele Trap delivers a thrilling feeling of authenticity.
Steele Trap is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-677-4) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-678-1) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to: www.ejrobbbooks.com.
]]>Myth, magic and mind-probing technology are combined in this exciting science-fiction tale of exploitation, redemption and romance. Join Marissa and her new team on their remarkable, non-stop adventure into another dimension!
Interface is J. P. Newcomer’s first novel. She is the author of several short stories, many of which have been published by the California Writer’s Club in Branch Anthologies as well as in their Literary Review. Recently, she published a compilation of poetry entitled Poems of my Father.
Interface is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-715-3) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-716-0) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to: www.interfacenovel.com.
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A fish out of water in the unusual town, Eltie’s landlady warns him to “beware the company you keep.” He ignores her advice and soon finds himself part of a motley group best described as “tropical fruit,” with conduct that is bawdy, hilarious, perverse, and occasionally charitable.
Follow the curious seventeen-year-old boy as he gets drawn into relationships with the close-knit group of unconventional people and secures passage into the “fruity” society. Live with him through the extraordinary events that rob him of his innocence and fashion his manhood and destiny.
Wanda Steele is the author of Tropical Fruit. This, her only novel, is not only warm and touching, but also unlike any coming-of-age story yet.
Tropical Fruit is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-710-8) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-711-5) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to www.tropicalfruitnovel.com.
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Set during the onset of Hurricane Ike in 2008, “certain death” is predicted for anyone who does not heed the warnings to leave Galveston, Texas. Samantha Somers is fighting the emotional demons of losing her mother and now must endure the mighty hurricane. Bobby Austin is all Texas Ranger: tough, disciplined, and strong. But in the midst of running from the storm, he realizes he must confront demons of his own. Bobby and Sam’s journey is a whirlwind of emotions, full of highs and lows. Visions is a must-read for romance enthusiasts who enjoy drama, suspense, humor, love, and — most of all — an immense, draw-you-in, feel-good, rollercoaster ride.
Kelle Greene-Soltis resides in College Station, Texas. She and her husband, Rick, have four children: Kristie, Brandee, Ricky, and Kala. She is the budget analyst for the City of Bryan, but her heart belongs to her writing.
Visions is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-679-8) and hardcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-645-3) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. More information can be found at the author’s official website, www.kgsbooks.com.
]]>Illustrated with full-color, breathtaking photography, Real Life ... poems for everyday living contains 47 poems that will make readers smile (“Where’s My Glasses” or “At the Checkout”), think (“What Christmas is All About”) and even ponder the inevitable (“The Door Called Death”). The compilation also contains poems Tom penned for others. One moving example is “Hannah’s Thoughts,” which was written for a non-verbal young woman with Angelman’s Syndrome.
Faith is a major theme of the collection, with poems such as “What is His Name,” “”Unseen Powers,” and “My Shepherd.” Australian Evangelist Bill Newman endorsed the compositions, saying “I know these poems will bless you so much. The only thing missing is to hear Tom reciting these in person. His beautiful Irish accent and charm will wing them into your heart. I know these poems will touch your heart as they do mine.”
Born in Northern Ireland, Tom McNabb wrote his first poem in 1958 to accompany a gift. A few years passed before he was inspired to write again, but he has since penned hundreds of poems based on experiences he or close friends have had in life. McNabb moved to Australia in 1983. He has three children and five grandchildren.
Real Life ... poems for everyday living is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-684-2) and hardcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-691-0) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom. More information can be found at the author’s official website, www.reallifepoetry.com.
Drawing on spiritual forensics, Rudolph traces the footsteps of legends such as Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Jacob and Moses across cultures and time. The enigmas of healing serpents, burning bushes, heavenly ladders and more are traced from the ancient mystery schools of Egypt and MesoAmerica to the standing stones of the Celts and beyond. Unveiling new revelations from the Bible's earliest teachings, ONE GODS provides knowledge and inspiration along with concrete tools for readers to embark upon, add a touch of magic to, and deepen their own spiritual journeys.
Janet Rudolph has traveled throughout the world to study, experience and learn first-hand how the mysteries of life are expressed, blessed, honored and lived in differing lands and traditions. She has visited Israeli and Egyptian deserts, lush Incan and Mayan rainforests, windswept French castles, rain-drenched Orkney stone temples, wildly rushing Pacific Northwest mountain streams, and ancient Grecianoracular sites.
ONE GODS is Rudolph’s return to her Jewish ancestral roots, the people of Tanakh. ONE GODS brings together the cross-cultural richness of her global, spiritual studies to examine and reveal ancient teachings as they appear in the Bible.
ONE GODS: The Mystic Pagan’s Guide to the Bible is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-643-9)from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. More information can be found at the author’s official website, www.onegods.com.
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Most people think of it as an amusing oddity, something that happens occasionally in your sleep. Waking up, while still sleeping. Becoming aware you are in a dream. This is a story about lucid dreaming. For one man, the journey into the night-time world of dreaming began to have terrifying consequences in the real world. Alex knew he could bring his daytime personality into a dream. But was it possible things from inside a dream could intrude into everyday reality? Then he was recruited by a secretive organization, which had gone underground after the death of their leader, a prominent professor who investigated dreams. The problem was, another wing of the same organization had acquired government funding and was taking the science of dreaming in a different direction. They wanted to weaponize it. Both groups has contacted Alex, but he was suddenly obliged to visit his dying mother in England. She confided old family secrets to him and he realized his ability to dream may well be a family trait, and not the result of a previous head injury he had sustained in a riot many years earlier. And slowly, it became clear that non-human elements had entered the game.
From an Amazon review:
I picked up VAIR and was instantly spellbound. I could not put it down. Dan Brown meets Stieg Larrson!
This twisting and compelling thriller catapults you through the centuries to a timeworn rift of church and state. It draws you along a frightening trail, past the horrifying wreckage wrought by deep-seated fury and medieval weaponry, and further into the deepest recesses of the Vatican's own cache of letters, diaries, and desperately-guarded secrets. It whisks you right to the present where a series of brutal murders baffle and defy bishops, priests, FBI agents and scholars seeking desperately to unravel the mystery.
To find out more about the book, click here.
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Authors, please check any links you may have used for your books. We tried to forward everything, but if your link wasn't directly to your book, it might not be working correctly. While we worked to announce this as much in advance as possible, some authors did miss it. So to keep up with the latest news, please keep checking our blog, our Facebook page ... and our Twitter feed (twitter.com/vbworm).
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