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In a future where children are segregated into institutions ranging from comfortable 'Learning Communities' to prison-like 'Academies', 17-year-old Jackson is an academic high flyer, living in a top Learning Community and destined for a position in the Leadership. But when he is sent with his friend Wilson to deliver a package, the boys are attacked - leaving Jackson badly beaten and Wilson dead. Confused and upset, Jackson returns to his Learning Community, only to be dismissed by his teachers, who claim not to know him.

What has been missing from the daring tales of fairy tale heroes is quite simply some heft. In Burly Tales, Lambda Literary Award-winning editor Steve Berman has gathered a dozen stories of whimsy and romance that feature gay men with plenty of curves and fur. Run away with us to enchanted woods, where the cubs and bears are not going to eat you (not without informed, enthusiastic consent), where no one will judge if you take up residence in a house with seven bearded men and only one bed.

In the heart of every entrepreneur lies this paradox of success: The strengths that got you to initial success—such as “shooting from the hip,” closing all the deals, and making all the decisions—will stunt your company’s future growth. That’s the essence of Founder’s Syndrome. It causes you to cling to excessive control in the business for too long. It stifles collaboration, hinders innovation, and undercuts financial performance.

Feeling overwhelmed in your journey of parenting an anxious teen? Tried various strategies but still struggling to connect? You are not alone. Parenting a teen with anxiety can feel like navigating a minefield, but with the right approach, it doesn't have to be. This book offers practical solutions to help you thrive in your parenting journey.

Emily Carter’s life is a delicate balance of silence and routine—trapped in a marriage to a man who no longer sees her, and hiding her pain behind a mask of everyday normalcy. For years, she’s kept her dreams, desires, and sense of self buried beneath the weight of her responsibilities and fears. But when the quiet despair of her life becomes too much to ignore, Emily begins to plan a bold escape—a journey to rediscover who she is, free from the life she’s outgrown.

Maya had always dreamed of something more, but her life felt trapped between a stifling corporate job and a toxic relationship. It wasn’t until she discovered her talent for crafting homemade pickles that her world began to transform. From late-night experiments in a tiny kitchen to dazzling international food expos, Maya’s journey is one of grit, creativity, and resilience. Along the way, she faced setbacks, self-doubt, and the weight of balancing her growing business with an unsupportive environment.

From the shadow of a muted existence to the light of living authentically, The Voice Within is a poignant and uplifting tale of courage, resilience, and the power of truth. As Sophia navigates the challenges of breaking free from old patterns, she finds strength in her vulnerability and discovers the beauty of connection built on honesty and mutual respect.

Conversation and networking skills aren’t innate—they can be developed. This guide to mastering business conversation will show you how.

In The Woman in the Mirror, Sandra embarks on a remarkable journey of self-reinvention. From picking up a paintbrush for the first time in decades to navigating the awkward—and often humorous—world of modern dating, Sandra learns that divorce isn’t the end; it’s the beginning of a new chapter. Along the way, she uncovers strengths she never knew she had, rekindles old dreams, and discovers that true happiness comes from within.

Rachel Harper seems to have an enviable life—a stable career, a long-standing marriage to Mark, and a loving family. Yet, she feels invisible and unfulfilled, yearning for passion, connection, and a sense of identity beyond her roles as a wife and mother. A chance encounter with Ethan, a charismatic stranger, sparks an affair that becomes both an escape from her emotional void and a catalyst for chaos.

Bereft of basic necessities - clean water, food, healthcare, and the rule of law - this tale of resilience tests the limits of human tenacity against a backdrop of societal decay. Hanley, a retired physician with a foresight for preparation, helps lead his kin in a transformative quest, confronting a reality harsher than that faced by the pioneering forebears of the American West. Unlike their predecessors, they must learn lost self-sufficiency skills and forge new ones to adapt to a world devoid of technological crutches.