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Dragons have returned to the Hundred Isles. But their return heralds only war and destruction. When a horde of dying slaves are discovered in the bowels of a ship, Shipwife Meas and the crew of the Tide Child find themselves drawn into a vicious plot that will leave them questioning their loyalties and fighting for their lives.

In 1791, inspired by the ideals of the French Revolution, the slaves of San Domingo rose in revolt. Despite invasion by a series of British, Spanish and Napoleonic armies, their twelve-year struggle led to the creation of Haiti, the first independent black republic outside Africa. Only three years later, the British and Americans ended the Atlantic slave trade. In this outstanding example of vivid, committed and empathetic historical analysis, C. L. R. James illuminates these epoch-making events. 

How did the Catholic Church become one of the most influential institutions in the world-a force capable of moving armies, inspiring saints, and shaping the lives of a billion members? Explore these and other questions as you follow the development of this important institution in 36 informative, fascinating lectures. With Professor Cook by your side, you'll step into the world of the early church, witness the spread of Christendom, and learn about the origins of fundamental church institutions.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Perfect for fans of A Song of Ice and Fire and HBO’s Game of Thrones—an epic history of Westeros and the lands beyond, featuring all-new material from George R. R. Martin! If the past is prologue, then George R. R. Martin’s masterwork—the most inventive...

Travel the world through flavor—no passport required. Beloved Culinary Treasures from Around the World: The Top 10 from 10 Global Cuisines by Rodney Scott Smith, expertly narrated by Brad Derry and produced and published by Audiobook Publishing Services, is a deliciously immersive cooking audiobook that brings 100 iconic recipes and global food traditions straight to your ears—and your kitchen.

In a system built on records, what goes missing matters more than what is written. When a young mother enlists in the Army to escape a history she did not choose, a single omission quietly reshapes the future of her child. No alarms sound. No rules are openly broken. The paperwork moves forward anyway. What follows is not a scandal, but something worse: a chain of correct procedures carried out in bad faith, where silence becomes policy and accountability is endlessly deferred. A recruiter spirals. A command closes ranks.

Peacemakers. The Galactic Union’s most capable enforcers and resolute negotiators, their name alone elicits fear and awe among the Union’s citizenry. It doesn’t happen often, but when a Peacemaker can’t solve a case, it goes to the Peacemaker Archives, as all Peacemaker cold cases reside within “Bureau 42,” as it’s also known. Cases dealing with ghost ships, missing Peacemakers, mysterious killers, and even a few cases that aren’t even really cases can all be found in the files of Bureau 42. Fourteen authors present thirteen all-new stories from the depths of Bureau 42.

The Monarchs of Hell have reigned over our realm with a brutal iron fist since the Devil himself went to sleep. They have spent centuries in power, ostracizing hybrids to purify bloodlines. I refuse to sit on the sidelines any longer—I’m the daughter of the Grim Reaper and Princess of the House of Death, a hybrid demon with a voice that demands to be heard. I'm determined to change it all and to fight for a future of equality and freedom for everyone in Hell.

A thrall is supposed to be a grateful, willing servant, and constant source for their Vampyre Lord. I am not willing and I despise being in his presence. The days have blurred together ever since he forced his blood down my throat. This is supposed to be illegal in society, but the laws don’t apply to the Vampyre King. It doesn’t matter how much I fight him off and refuse to bend to his will despite his blood running through my veins–it only makes him want me more. Apparently I’m an anomaly. No one has ever refused the call of a Vampyre’s blood.

The name is Drood, Eddie Drood - and yes, I'm now the last. Recently, my family was wiped out, but I will get them back. Eddie recently suffered a slight case of death, but thanks for Molly, his best girl (who also happens to be a powerful witch), he managed to get over that right quick...

In the final days of the Demon Empire a lone wardog goes in search of the answer to the only question she cares about: Who murdered her mate? Utterly unqualified to solve a mystery, Dogged Determination has but one advantage: She never, ever gives up. From the heart of a massive empire to the deepest foreboding jungles, Dogged is an unstoppable force of will.

From his office in Washington, Richard LeGrande pulls aside the curtains and looks out over an America slumbering securely in its beds due to his never-ceasing vigilance. Through his fingers flow unceasing intelligence gathered from around the world, from which he sifts the gravest dangers in the moment… and those growing in the shadows. Then he must select among his agents, who he knows better than his own family, and perhaps better than he knows himself, the operative best suited to the next assignment—even at the cost of their life.

Tom Hamilton is in big trouble. He and his new best buddy, Vince, have a lot in common – they read the same books, have similar backgrounds and interests, like the same music and play in a band together. Their wives are inseparable, their teenagers are dating, and their younger kids are pals. So what's the problem? It turns out that Vince is reputedly the local organized crime boss. Now people in their small Connecticut town are eyeing Tom with suspicion, the Feds are keeping tabs on him, and one of Vince’s “business associates” is out to get him.

The Laemion Ancestry has begun their invasion of Anshald. As the call to arms goes out and young men and women from across the nation begin to answer the call, three people enlist in the small mining town of Stonlinge. Among them is Sigfried Rium, who is quickly recruited to be a live fire airship saboteur as a part of the division known as the Wind Walk Archers.

From R.L. Stine, bestselling author of Goosebumps, and Marc Brown, bestselling creator of Arthur, comes the second installment of this spooky-silly My First I Can Read series starring two monsters! There's nothing better than a big cookie except sharing one with a friend. It's up to Tiddly to...

What happens when a covenant people, chosen and blessed by God, turn their backs on Him? The Book of Ezra tells the powerful story of the Jewish exiles, a people who lost their land and temple due to disobedience, yet were graciously restored by God's sovereign hand. In this engaging 40-day devotional, Steven R. Martins, founder of the Cántaro Institute, guides listeners through the historical account of Ezra, exploring its profound relevance for today.

Colorado K-9 Unit Books 4-6/Protecting The Baby/Fugitive Manhunt/Hunting An Arsonist has descriptive copy which is not yet available from the Publisher...

On–piekielny drań i gbur. Ona–kobieta, która ucieka od przeszłości i odkrywa w sobie nową siłę. Kiedy Meredith Avery przybywa do Blue Stone Ranch, szuka spokoju i nowego początku. Zamiast tego spotyka Jacka McNighta–aroganckiego ranczera, którego w miasteczku nazywają diabłem. Ich osobowości zderzają się jak ogień i woda, a każde spotkanie kończy się spięciem. Meredith, która przez lata milczała i tłumiła emocje, nagle zaczyna walczyć o swoje. Kim jest ta nowa, odważna kobieta, która potrafi się postawić?

Jack Sullivan has sacrificed nearly everything chasing an untold secret—hidden for centuries during the chaos of war. Heartbroken and alone, he’s granted one last chance for redemption, plunging into historical mystery and peril. Transport yourself between the heat of battle during the French & Indian War and today’s high-stakes treasure hunt. When Major General Braddock faces his final foe, a fortune vanishes. Centuries later, Jack deciphers cryptic clues, evades traps, and battles enemies to uncover it.

Telly D. Young wasn't born like other children. He entered the world without a cry, without a fever, without a scar to mark him. And before long, his parents discovered the impossible: with one touch, their son could mend Flesh, erase pain, even call life back from the edge. His parents swore to protect him in the hush of the Blue Ridge Mountains.