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In 1902, self-taught British philosopher and author James Allen published this inspirational essay based on the Bible verse "As a Man thinketh in his heart, so is he." This slender volume (only 68 pages) has been a popular classic ever since. Allen preached the importance of people taking responsibility for themselves and their actions as well as using determination to improve the mind. The most frequently quoted lines from the book include: "Men do not attract what they want, but what they are" and "A man is literally what he thinks, his character being the complete sum of all his thoughts."

I was born on a Protected World. You’d think that would be a good thing, but in truth, not so much. You see, a Protected World is a sentry world. One located along the edge of human space, there to sound the alarm if there’s an alien invasion. A world that is marginally habitable, so unlikely to be a target, yet well connected to the rest of humanity, so able to sound the alarm.

Not long after his 13th birthday, Tauzuri Jones discovers an astonishing secret that forces him to seriously question his origins. For as long as he can remember, he has felt distinctly detached from those around him, a certifiable loner…and now he knows why.

Maximize your Airbnb bookings and boost your income with "Boost Airbnb in 24 Hours." This ultimate guide offers 100 proven strategies to transform your listing into a booking magnet, with quick results in just one day.

Anthology of Christmas Stories is a unique collection of Christmas tales, reflections, and poems from beloved authors across the centuries and makes the perfect gift for the reader in your life. This beautiful treasury will take you back to firesides, simple gifts, and warm family moments of Christmases past as you cherish the timeless truths and joys of the season.

“We’re going to have another baby. This time it’s a girl!” my wife gleefully announced. Our excitement knew no bounds, but so did our financial anxiety. With two kids already and another on the way, how could we afford daycare? Our credit card balances were mounting, and though we never missed a payment, financial freedom seemed like a distant dream. Then came the decision that changed everything: my wife would pause her career to stay home with the kids, dramatically reducing our household income.

Hector Hugh Munro (18 December 1870 – 14 November 1916), better known by the pen name Saki and also frequently as H. H. Munro, was a British writer whose witty, mischievous and sometimes macabre stories satirize Edwardian society and culture. He is considered a master of the short story, and often compared to O. Henry and Dorothy Parker. Influenced by Oscar Wilde, Lewis Carroll and Rudyard Kipling, he himself influenced A. A. Milne, Noël Coward and P. G. Wodehouse.

This book collects a magnificent set of works by Russian classical authors: Alexander Pushkin, Nikolai Gogol, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Anton Chekhov, Leo Tolstoy, Mikhail Bulgakov. Each original story, springing from a common creative heritage, delivers a glimpse of the immortal Russian Soul and has influenced modern literary trends. These stories are interesting to their core and will bring pleasure to readers. Get ready to immerse yourself within these immortal works that have long been counted among the best of classic world literature: Fyodor Dostoevsky.

Before you is a timeless classic that will never cease to warm your heart and fill the long winter evenings with anticipated wonders and merry celebrations. This collection of Christmas stories by famous authors is the best gift for the holidays. These festive stories range from touching and magical to funny and sad. They include the best classic works of literature; whose themes involve the nativity and the magic of Christmas. Prepare yourself to experience true holiday magic and create new Christmas traditions as you read through these classics year after year.

This book is a must-have for any new puppy owner. It is packed with information on properly caring for and training your new furry friend. In addition, it includes detailed instructions on how to deliver your puppy safely and provides vital tips on pet First Aid and CPR in case of an emergency. You can rest assured that you are fully prepared for everything from being a new puppy parent with this book.

Follow Jordan, an African American abducted from Earth by a mysterious train and dropped into the wilderness of the strange world called Reverba. He must now adapt to the new world if he wants to survive. Maybe some fire magic is needed?

In The Pursuit of Happiness at Work: A Practical Guide to Having a Purpose-Filled Career, best-selling author and speaker James Nixon uses proven strategies and true stories to guide you toward happiness in both your life and work.

Entrepreneur and author Anthony Sandi offers the advice that helped him jump from small-time dropshipper to building a seven-figure marketing agency in two short years. His no-BS approach and to-the-point attitude lifts his book to the top and speaks volumes of his entrepreneurial spirit. Both motivational and conversational in tone, this book is like a conversation with a good friend while offering you everything you need to know to achieve your wealth goals.

Improvisation is a form of performance in which the players have no script. Free of conventional methods and constraints, improv gives filmmakers and actors complete freedom to explore characters and relationships and capture genuine authenticity on camera. In Improv for Indie Filmmakers, author and improv filmmaker Ivan Malekin breaks down how independent filmmakers can use improvisation in their own work to creatively collaborate with actors, speed up production, make more films, and ultimately save time and money by working efficiently at all stages of production.

The day you retire, you'll receive your "last check" - the last paycheck you'll ever deposit in your life. Most people never think about it, but up to that point, you had checks (money) flowing into your bank account every two weeks with every paycheck you received. When it stops, what happens? Are you financially prepared to live 20, 30, or even 40 years in retirement without a paycheck?

Keith has already received his yellow belt and will soon be getting his orange belt. It’s time for him to learn some new moves! As he’s trying to learn a move that he read about on his own, Sensei steps onto the tatami mat. Today, he is going to teach them a new move called the two-finger strike! Keith is really excited. He had no idea they would learn this in class! This is an awesome move. You can strike a person with two fingers, hit a specific nerve, and make them freeze in place! He has to master the two-finger strike!

Keith was waiting with his fifth-grade class inside the gym. The physical Ed teacher was a little late, so they started playing around. Keith decided this was the perfect time to show his friends some of his latest karate tricks.... He could jump in the air, flip, and kick a ball! His amazing move impressed the entire class, and all his classmates came closer to watch him.

Keith is ready for his first karate exam! He has to get a slip from his Sensei and receive his yellow belt. This way, a karate student can show that they are getting better. Keith will perform the basic karate moves in front of his Sensei, the whole class, and their families!

Keith was really popular at school! His friends always said that he was the funniest and admired his karate skills. One day, while he was walking home from school with his friend Brian, they heard someone sobbing in the park. They found a younger boy, Leon, crying by the monkey bars. He had been bullied by a bigger boy named Billy!

Keith knows that karate requires a lot of practice and self-control. Sometimes martial artists get hurt, but that’s a part of the game. Sensei has decided it’s time for Keith to take things to the next level. He needs to learn how to split boards! This seems like a challenge to Keith. He had seen other kids try it and get injured, so he is a little nervous. “Are you ready?” Sensei asks Keith. Keith takes a deep breath and braces himself. He might not succeed immediately, but he will practice until he does!