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If you could only read your customer/client's mind, you would be able to not only sell more effectively, but retain them for life? In this remarkable audio book, you will learn non-verbal signals people use to communicate their intention and emotions. You will also gain valuable insights into how your customers and clients make decisions.

When Julia climbs into a flaming car to save a trapped child, she's left wondering why either of them survived. Then she learns that her father is the Archangel Gabriel, and that she is half human, half Archangel. With guidance from Michael, the most powerful Archangel, Julia sets out to discover her own history and explore her angelic powers. But her journey is cut short when an evil force, invisible to human and angel alike, tears her world apart.

Dead Man's Chest, written as a sequel to Treasure Island, begins with Long John Silver's escape from the merchantman ship Hispaniola at Puerta Plata and culminates with the American Revolution more than a decade later. It describes in rich detail the unholy alliance between this softhearted cutthroat, his teenage nephew, David Noble, and Captain John Paul Jones. Together, they work to retrieve a king's ransom of Spanish gold and jewels from a dead man's chest.

In eloquent, down-to-earth language, Johnson describes how she faced breast cancer, from the chemotherapy and radiation, to confronting family and friends, to preparing for her own death. This unforgettable program is available in audio exclusively at audible.com.

In nature, good defenses can mean the difference between surviving a predator's attack and becoming its lunch. Some animals rely on sharp teeth and claws or camouflage. But that's only the beginning. Meet creatures with some of the strangest defenses known to science.

Did you know that some animals have natural ninja-like talents? In this book, you'll learn all about them, including geckos, sea urchins, bombardier beetles, and more. For example, geckos can grip almost any surface - including walls and ceilings - with their amazing toes. And when collector urchins are attacked, they release tiny, sharp objects that bear a striking resemblance to throwing stars. You will also meet the scientists who are studying these animals' amazing abilities.

In the animal kingdom, survival is the name of the game - and not everything is as it seems. A number of animals rely on particularly clever tricks to fool predators or prey. A baby bird mimics a poisonous caterpillar. A moth escapes bats by making sounds that interfere with the bats' echolocation. A tiny rain forest spider builds a big spider "puppet" out of bits of dead leaves, insect parts, and other items.

Have you ever wondered what mysteries the ocean holds? Prepare to explore the ocean from sunlit shallows to the deepest, darkest depths. Along the way, you'll meet many incredible creatures that are brand new to science. Dive to a coral reef and spot a new species of pygmy octopus. Travel deeper and discover fragile, nearly transparent jellies as they drift past. Then head down into a world of eternal night. You'll encounter animals that make their own light and zombie worms that feast on the bones of dead whales.

Arden Rivers has rebuilt her life brick by fragile brick, determined not to be defined by the shadows of her past. But when roses begin to appear at her door—perfect, blood-red, deliberate—so do the notes. Intimate. Intrusive. Written by someone who knows her too well. Each gift is beautiful. Each gift is a threat.

In “Twix: The Final Ta Da!,” Pamela L. Johnson welcomes you into her world; a world full of muddy paw prints, endless belly rubs, deep heartbreak, and beautiful second chances. Pamela L. Johnson is a lifelong dog lover, positive reinforcement trainer, and the heart behind Pam’s Dog Academy. Pam has touched lives around the world through her YouTube channel and kind, force-free training methods. However, her greatest teacher has been Twix, the little Border Collie who stole her heart, changed her world, and continues to inspire everything she does.

Elmaran Cherlmin spent the last eight years rising through the ranks in the Thaurian military . . . for nothing. After Thaurir successfully conquers the western half of Vathkeras, a foreign continent where tremors tear countries apart, he is arrested for treason. His accusers send him to a brutal work camp across the eastern divide where attacks from a mysterious, violent woodspeople are a constant threat. In an act of desperation to clear his name, Elmaran reaches out to Athira Delanor, a woman who sees him as the enemy.

This book describes and demystifies the factors that have helped accomplished schools generate successful and equitable outcomes for all their students, regardless of racial/ethnic background, language, or income. Grounded in observations of award-winning schools and high-functioning teams that have achieved impressive results, this practical resource explores success from the perspective of leadership teams. As a K-12 educator at any level of leadership or within a leadership team, you can influence the success of all groups of students!

Around the Table With the AOTR is a biweekly commentary series featuring Authors of the Resistance Founders, Sai Marie Johnson and Beverly L. Anderson, discussing important intersectional topics relevant to activism, advocacy, and being an author.

In this engaging and accessible introduction, Keith Johnson takes a fresh look at theology. He presents the discipline of theology as one of the ways we participate in the life of the triune God. Without suggesting it should be removed from the academy, Johnson argues that theology has to be integrally connected to the traditions and practices of the church. If academic theology is to be genuinely theological, then it has to be carried out in obedience to Jesus Christ and in service to the church.

A Black woman’s experience in a fly-over state.

A selection of magical stories to entertain your children whilst you are waiting at the airport and are flying to your holiday.

This book is an emotionally gripping story that captures the unconditional love and unbreakable bond between Pamela Johnson and her superstar Border Collie, Twix, along with her other incredible dogs. The story sheds light on their journey together after Twix underwent a second surgery for a herniated disc. The book chronicles Pamela and Twix's relentless efforts and unwavering determination through their struggles and triumphs during his rehabilitation.

Human rights should protect the dignity and well-being of all people. But in today's deeply divided world, some argue that cultural differences and economic inequality undermine their universality. In Human Rights in a Divided World, David Hollenbach offers a comprehensive and cohesive analysis of the challenges to human rights, suggesting that today's global realities call for important developments rooted in Catholic ethics.

Starting with foundational phrases and greetings, you’ll learn how to introduce yourself, navigate everyday conversations, and use polite expressions effectively. Dive into pronunciation and sound patterns with detailed explanations and practice exercises that help you perfect your accent and rhythm. Discover essential vocabulary, including everyday words and names of common objects, along with a robust set of verbs and nouns to build your language skills.

🎙️ The Insight Introduction "Welcome back to The Rectitudes: From Character to Conduct. If the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12) revealed who God has blessed—the 'poor in spirit' and the 'pure in heart'—then the Rectitudes are where the rubber meets the road. These are the external commands of Jesus, describing not who we are, but what we do with the transformed character God has given us. Jesus takes the law of Moses and brings it from the public square right into the hidden chambers of the human heart. He doesn't come to abolish the standard, but to raise it, showing us true righteousness...