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Nador, son of the demon king, has ended up somewhere he never thought he’d be: the human world. Bound in a contract to serve a human, all he wants is to go home. A human soul seems a small consolation for a human lifetime spent obeying Paul, the human who holds his contract. Paul doesn’t want to be in a contract, either. All he wants is to live a quiet life with his wife, Melody, but born into a notorious criminal syndicate, he is unlikely to get his wish. The contract he has with Nador is his only hope to protect his wife and unborn child from his own family’s cold machinations.

I look back at my nine-to-five existence now with a sympathetic smile. I remember sitting behind a desk of uninspiring paperwork, always lifting the telephone receiver with trepidation—both at the office and at home. The commute to and from work happily swallowed at least an hour of my day.

Lying in a French hospital recovering from wounds, WWII Sergeant David Jordan drifts in and out of a morphine haze between surgeries to relive his unending war experience.

The challenge ahead for Ryan Jordan is to rise above the tragic memories that still haunt him. He sets out on a long uphill climb of Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro with a group camping their way through East Africa. It will be three days and nights up into ever-thinning air and cold, forcing himself to go slow to acclimate and ensure success.

Big Things Start Small is your guide to turning dreams into reality, one step at a time. This book highlights that great successes usually don't come from a single effort, but from many small, steady actions over time. Whether you're aiming to transform your personal or professional life, this book provides the tools and inspiration you need to bring your dreams to life.

Worrying about your future? Do you let bad experiences or past pain bog you down? Fearful that your stressful work will negatively impact your health? Meditation expert Mike McCallister has labored for years to unlock the paths to inner peace and help others reach that precious place of stillness. Now he’s here to share his simple strategies you can use each day to find your much-needed sense of calm.

Follow Buck, a loyal and strong-willed dog, as he is torn from his comfortable life in California and thrust into the harsh, untamed wilderness of the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. As he battles the elements, other animals, and his own survival instincts, Buck discovers his true nature and answers the call of the wild. This timeless story of adventure, survival, and self-discovery is a thrilling journey through the rugged Alaskan landscape, filled with danger, loyalty, and the primal struggle for existence.

My 75th birthday is on January 19, 2023. I wanted to do something special for it. It occured to me that these 75 years have been really awesome, so I decided to remember some of the best stories from my life. Within 90 minutes one day, I had remembered nearly 200 stories from the past 75 years! So I chose the best ones and began writing down the details. Some are funny, some are serious, some are instructive.

A wounded veteran seeks solace high in the Sierras, building a stone cabin alongside a stream in a peaceful meadow to escape the horrors and experiences of his war. He is saddened by the sudden departure of his nurse from the town below who cared for him during his recovery. The work, the stream, the wildlife keep him mostly sane but his depression surfaces as the dark days of winter set in. This lyrical tale was inspired by Lon Chaney’s stone cabin high in the Sierra above Big Pine, California, facing the stream among the trees and meadows of Cienega Mirth.

If you are as frustrated and tired as I am, I have the solution for you. If you have been searching for that magic elixir to attract and retain quality people into your existence, then here it is. It’s called The Generational Sauce. Its twelve vital ingredients will set you leap years ahead of the competition if used consistently and authentically.

Ryan Jordan is about to embark on a journey into the past. He is in Aswan, Egypt with a friend, preparing to sail down the Nile on a small felucca. He is captivated by the ancient river even as its currents dredge up painful memories, memories of events that will ultimately propel him on a journey of adventure on the African continent while anchoring him to a past tragedy.

Step into a world of icy enchantment with The Snow Queen, one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved fairy tales. This timeless story follows young Gerda on a magical journey to rescue her best friend, Kai, from the clutches of the cold and mysterious Snow Queen. Along the way, Gerda encounters a series of fantastical characters and faces many challenges, all while learning about the power of love, friendship, and perseverance.

Unlock the secrets to a life brimming with joy, happiness, and fulfillment. This essential new thought book provides practical exercises and actionable strategies to reclaim your attention and master your awareness, paving the way to lasting happiness. The Art of Joyful Living combines engaging activities, mindfulness practices, and reflective prompts developed by author L. Owen Paxton after a lifetime of examining how to expand and enhance human consciousness.

Young Ryan Jordan is exploring an old abandoned mining town with his father and sister on horseback. The empty wooden shacks, an old church, a cold wind rustling the sagebrush give the kids the creeps. On top of that, Ryan teases his sister about ghosts while holding in his own fear. After they ride through the Boot Hill graveyard, with its forgotten graves, they settle in to their camper for the evening where Ryan must come to grips with his fear.

In this concise book, Dr. Carroll has addressed the primary challenges that athletes face—on and off the field. The tools necessary to be your best and improve your performance are here. Go ahead and dive in, practice your new skills, use the tools and be your best!

Do you find the workload of teaching unmanageable, and feel you can never turn it off and enjoy your free time? Do you have classes whose behavior you can't seem to get in check, no matter how strict you act? At assessment time, are you aghast as your students have seemingly forgotten everything you have taught them? When someone says “the Sunday scaries,” do you know exactly what they mean? Well, then, keep reading.

Ryan Jordan invites a friend down to Guaymas, Mexico for a beach camping trip, to sail on his Hobie catamaran and snorkel in the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez. He hopes to get to know her better, more than just a friend, now that both are out of college and single. There are a few awkward moments leading up to Stephanie revealing a secret from her recent past. Then, flashes of light — a possible storm — interrupt the moment.

Discovering your talent can be tough, but Talent by Paul Purple makes it easier. This book helps you identify and nurture your unique abilities. With quick, thought-provoking questions, you'll explore five key areas: childhood, family, life events, friends, and work. Every minute is packed with insights, making self-discovery engaging and straightforward. If you're looking to unlock your potential, this book is your ultimate resource.

Ryan Jordan and his friend are drinking wine in a cafe in Pamplona, Spain, discussing their plans for running with the bulls during the San Fermín festival. Ryan wants to scout out the route beforehand while his friend wants to jump right into the action. They separate and plan to meet in the streets in the morning. When the cannon blasts, signaling the release of the bulls, Ryan finds himself in the streets among the crowd caught up in the frenzy of the run. His friend is nowhere in sight.

Welcome to "Ignite Your Passion," a comprehensive guide to improving your libido and enhancing your sexual wellness. Whether you're looking to reignite the spark in your relationship, increase your desire for intimacy, or simply improve your overall sexual health, this book is your roadmap to achieving a fulfilling and satisfying sex life. The guidelines presented in this book are not mere conjecture; rather, they are meticulously crafted from a foundation of extensive research and intimate personal application.