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From the shores of Puerto Rico to the halls of American diplomatic power, this remarkable memoir chronicles the extraordinary journey of a career public servant who defied the odds to serve as both a U.S. Ambassador and an Assistant Secretary under two different presidents from opposing political parties.

In the charming Pinewood Forest, where the sun dapples through the leaves and laughter echoes among the trees, lived a bear named Benny. Known for his big heart and boundless imagination, Benny dreamed of adventures beyond the forest’s edges. One fateful sunny morning, as colorful balloons danced across the sky, a spark of inspiration ignited within him. With his friends Lila the Squirrel and Max the Rabbit by his side, Benny decided it was time to embark on an extraordinary journey that would take them soaring high above the treetops.

In Veyra, the crows always carry secrets. Kaelen commands them—storm-eyed messengers slipping through alleys and towers, spreading whispers of rebellion across the city. Queen Seralyne sees everything, but Kaelen is a shadow even her spies can’t catch. When he dares send her a message within her own palace, she knows one truth: he is dangerous.

Aria and Leo embark on an adventurous quest in a magical forest after discovering a forgotten map that promises treasure. Their journey leads them through enchanting landscapes, friendships with woodland creatures, and challenges that test their courage and determination. They prepare for the journey, guided by celestial signs, and enter a hidden underground passage where they meet helpful mice.

A crime drama about a dysfunctional and prominent family's decline into criminality.

If you or someone you love is navigating life with Multiple Sclerosis, this audiobook is here to guide, uplift, and empower you. “Navigating Life with Multiple Sclerosis Through the Power of Nutrition” offers more than dietary tips—it’s a compassionate, practical companion for living well with MS. Grounded in science and enriched with real-life insight, this guide reveals how food can be a powerful tool in managing symptoms and improving quality of life.

The Comandante's Shadow: A Revolutionary's Fall. From Revolutionary Hero to Ruthless Dictator—The Tragic Transformation of a Nation's Dreams. In 1979, Daniel Ortega stood on the palace balcony in Managua, promising democracy and justice to a nation finally free from dictatorship. Forty-six years later, that same palace has become the center of a regime that eliminates opponents, silences critics, and rules through fear—all in the name of protecting the revolution.

If you're ready to transform your parenting experience from one of frustration to connection, then this book is for you. Parenting is one of life's greatest joys, but it can also be incredibly challenging. Do you ever feel overwhelmed? Do you find yourself snapping at your kids over seemingly small things? Do you worry that your anger is affecting your family? Do you long for a more harmonius home but don't know where to start?

This book is fiction, but the emotions behind it are very real. Broken and Torn Down – Living with a Narcissist was born from the quiet pain that so many carry in silence — the kind of pain that doesn’t always leave bruises but leaves deep wounds just the same. Though this is not a memoir, the story reflects the emotional landscape of those who have endured toxic relationships, lost themselves in the process, and found the strength to rise again. Writing this was both a release and a reckoning.

Georgia was raised to be the perfect wife—a dutiful daughter, a vision of grace, a sacrifice for the family name. When she is wed to a wealthy but unfeeling man, she resigns herself to a life of quiet obedience… until a chance encounter ignites a forbidden passion.

Author Elira Fontayne explains why the showroom feels so carefully staged–the lighting, the music, the polished displays–and how every element is engineered to keep you relaxed, impressed, and just a little dazzled. She reveals the psychological triggers dealerships rely on, from “anchoring” high prices to make lesser ones seem like bargains, to the “Monthly Payment Maze” that hides the true cost of your car behind appealingly small numbers.

Unlikely hero Jarell has proven himself a warrior -- defender of the Kingdom of Ulfrika. He's gathered three of the four iron animals of the staff of Kundi which will unlock the powers he needs to defeat the evil wizard Ikala. There's only one way to save the legendary kingdom -- beat Ikala in the god Oufula's deadly competition and win the prized Iron Eagle, defeating the wizard once and for all. Can Jarell rise to the greatest challenge yet to rescue his friends and the magical land he loves from certain doom?

The land of Jarell's ancestors is still not safe, and he must return if he is to stop the sorcerer Ikala from gaining power. Together with the help of Kimisi and their new ally Bo-de, the trio must journey to a city of clay if they are to find what they need to defeat their enemy.

Offerings of the mind.

In Paws in the Pasture: 100 Stories of Farm Pets, Loyalty, and Legacy, every cluck, bark, bleat, and purr tells a tale of heart. From border collies who outrun storms to pigs who root out danger, from owls who ride tractors to goats with a taste for hats—this collection captures the quirky charm, fierce devotion, and quiet wisdom of barnyard animals who became family.

Spiritual food.

For over fourteen centuries, Islam has been shaping civilizations, inspiring revolutions, building empires, and anchoring daily life for billions. Yet in much of the modern world, it remains one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented forces on Earth. This isn’t a religious manual or a political hit piece. It’s a story—told with clarity, reverence, and curiosity. From the deserts of 7th-century Arabia to the heights of the Islamic Golden Age, from the fall of the caliphate to the headlines of today, Islam traces the full arc of a faith that became a civilization.

The unthinkable has happened. The federal Department of Education has been eliminated, and Cuchu and Matias watch their country implement complete educational apartheid. As corporate-sanitized curricula replace real history and underground networks become students' only hope for truth, they journey back 2,000 years to witness Classical Flourishing—and discover that ancient peoples created urban sophistication that rivals anything in the modern world. But the Heritage Foundation 2.0 has achieved something terrifying: they're using supernatural power to alter collective memory itself.

Strap in and prepare for the ride of a lifetime with young Xavi and the brave Hurricane Hunters! Join them as they fly a powerful plane right into the heart of a spinning, roaring hurricane. You'll soar through towering clouds, feel the wind's mighty roar, and discover the secrets hidden in the eye of the storm. It’s a thrilling mission of science and courage to help keep people safe! Have you ever wondered what happens inside a hurricane? Meet Xavi and his courageous new friend, Captain Ava 'Stormchaser' Ramirez, a real-life hero who pilots a special plane called "The Sky-Snooper.

In 1692, a small Puritan community in Massachusetts became the stage for one of the darkest episodes in American history. The Salem Witch Trials, fueled by superstition, religious zeal, and the fear of the unknown, led to over 150 accusations, countless shattered lives, and the executions of innocent men and women. But beyond the gallows and confessions lies a deeper story, one of resistance, power, and the origins of collective fear in America.