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The New Jersey beach community of Wildwood, NJ is the place where you can be anything you want to be, or just blend in amongst the crowd. Lori chose Wildwood for just that reason. Escaping her controlling father in the summer of 1979, she runs away to the excitement of the popular tourist town, where she meets Tommy Knight.

Everything in author David Winkler’s life reads like a “Once Upon a Time in Beverly Hills” fairytale. But seeking to avoid the drama and disappointment of dating and with his belief in “radical honesty” and ethical non-monogamy, David reasons a shortcut through modern courtship: he becomes a sugar daddy. Using a website that connects successful older men with younger women for romantic/financial relationships, David meets Jordan, a beautiful Instagram model and influencer who harbors dreams of launching her acting career in Los Angeles.

India's economy has tripled in size over the past twenty years. And yet, the generation that propelled this growth is facing rising levels of stress and depression. Furthermore, the new generation entering the workforce today dreams big but faces a highly competitive work environment. How can both these generations fire on all cylinders and lead fulfilling lives? This book attempts to answer this question by using the principles of Simplicity, Specialization, Creativity and Collaboration.

In this collection of true stories, decorated war veteran Major General Ian Cardozo recounts what really happened during the 1971 Indo-Pak war, piecing together every story in vivid detail through interviews with survivors and their families. The book also seeks to commemorate the lives of those who were killed and wounded in this war, which took place fifty years ago.

There are not many Indian heroes whose lives have been as dramatic and adventurous as that of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. That, however, is an assessment of his life based on what is widely known about him. These often revolve around his resignation from the Indian Civil Service, joining the freedom movement, to be exiled twice for over seven years, throwing a challenge to the Gandhian leadership in the Congress, taking up an extremist position against the British Raj, evading the famed intelligence network to travel to Europe and then to Southeast Asia.

Your moral compass can direct your next steps in relationships, in your work, and even in how you view your life. But if the arrow isn’t sure where to point, your efforts won’t have the impact you desire.

An essential classic, now available in Hindi.

महाकवि शूद्रक द्वारा रचित ‘मृच्छकटिक’ एक यथार्थवादी नाटक है। मृच्छकटिक का अर्थ है ‘मिट्टी की गाड़ी’। सारा नाटक मिट्टी की गाड़ी पर केन्द्रित होने के कारण लेखक ने इसी पर नाटक का नामकरण कर दिया।.

Delarai loves visiting Madar every Saturday and enjoys eating the Iranian Shirin Polo she prepares, but one Saturday, her mother tells her they can’t go visit Madar anymore because she’s passed away. Her relationship with Madar is full of tenderness and knowing, and she feels a heartfelt connection to her Iranian heritage at Madar’s funeral in a place her mother calls the cemetery. She’s the only kid invited, and she feels a special kind of pride knowing that Madar will always be with her so long as Shirin Polo exists.

An intimate peek into the life of the soldier-turned-lyricist Anand Bakshi, from his formative years in undivided Punjab to eventually moving to Bombay and landing his first film Bhala Aadmi in 1958. Along the way, he lost his mother, his place of birth, and his home and wealth, but his zeal to stand up and walk after every stumble and his desire to become a film artist never abated. He eventually rose to become one of the most revered and sought-after lyricists in Hindi cinema, writing nearly 3300 songs in about 630 films over the next five decades.

As a servant to her faith, Delphine has two jobs: use her magic to work miracles of healing, and remain devout to one man. When she delivers a child while in her 40s, the leaders of the community grow suspicious. Can she keep this girl's true heritage a secret, even if this girl carries a dangerous magical gift?

In The Resignation, Jainendra tells the story of Mrinal, a young woman whose uncompromising idealism results in her family and society rejecting her completely. Almost 75 years after it was written, the story of Mrinal’s struggle against stultifying social norms and her fierce individualism remain startlingly relevant.

For years, author Devin Thorpe asked hundreds of guests on his podcast, "What is your superpower?" Their inspiring answers, along with profiles highlighting their social impact and insights into how you can emulate them, comprise Superpowers for Good.

When Elinor migrated west with her family, the last thing she expected was for sickness to take them all from her within months. Now, she is left alone in their small cabin in the Montana wilderness, with winter approaching fast. Elinor refuses to let her fear of the cold, hard months ahead defeat her. She is determined to survive and decides to place her trust in the capable hands of her neighbor, Liam.

Nothing will make her quit. Not her student’s teasing. Not the frog in her desk. And especially not that brute Martin Slade. For as long as she can remember, all Isabelle has dreamt of doing is becoming a teacher and escaping life on her family’s ranch. Although the small town of Pine Ridge might not be that far away, the town’s recently established schoolhouse is in need of a teacher.

To H-1B or Not to Be is a coming-of-age story of a young ambitious Indian student and a must-listen for youth who have a dream to go to the United States for education or work. The next goal for any student is to get an H-1B visa and permanent residency to stay there forever. But the path is not easy, and it often comes with a price, and the author makes a successful attempt of telling an intriguing tale that is based on real characters and situations around the author's life in the United States.

Adding Profit by Adding Purpose: The CFO's CSR Handbook makes a compelling case that effective corporate social responsibility programs can increase profit and provides three clear models for implementation.

In The Sleep Advantage, Devin Burke shows us how to optimize that precious time to win our days. But this book isn't just about sleep. It's a road map for generating effortless energy to live with more passion, power, and presence. In it, you'll find a clear step-by-step plan to maximize the most overlooked yet essential pillar of health and performance.

Inspiring Short Stories is a series of beautiful fiction stories on-the-go. In this edition from the Bible, we look at some Bible stories that resonate with us in different and contemporary ways. We read the story of Leah, and Rahab, David, and one of my favorites, the third captain. I enjoyed gaining insight into these stories, and I hope you will enjoy them as well.

Rain in the Mountains brings together some of Ruskin Bond’s most beautiful works from his years spent in the foothills of the Himalayas in the town of Mussoorie. Through vivid images and lucid writing, Bond evokes the everyday sights and sounds, and captures the essence of mountain life. The musings on his natural habitat, in both prose and poetry, offer a view of that simple and affable world. Some of his writings featured in the book include: "Once Upon a Mountain Time", "Sounds I Like to Hear", "How Far Is the River" and "After the Monsoon".