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Phaedra's worst fear has been confirmed: She's a vampire's mate. But just because he needs her doesn't mean she needs or wants him, right? Then why can't she stop worrying about Syn and whatever he's up to with her sister? She should feel betrayed, but being able to sense the vampire's emotions make her doubt everything she thought she knew. Still, there are bigger worries to consider—like how to escape a self-obsessed sorcerer, or to come to terms with her long-lost sister being a creature of evil. Some things you can't change, a fact Phaedra had long accepted as true.

Perfect for fans of inspirational fiction, faith-based stories, and emotional journeys of resilience, From War to Grace is not only a moving soldier’s story, but also a beacon of hope for anyone seeking healing after loss.

Beyond Words presents the essence of Swami Satchidananda’s teachings, including his gentle humor, practical wisdom, profound insights and deep vision. Through stories, puns, parables, and examples, he enables his readers to discover for themselves the peace and joy that is within us all. Spiritual awakening or enlightenment is an experience that is beyond the spoken or written word, beyond even the grasp of the finite mind. Still, we have to use words, even to talk about spiritual truths. We are all searching for inner peace and happiness.

Certainly not Charlie Vega, a burnt-out fashionista in desperate need of inspiration. Neither does Francesca Davies, a rock-climbing internet celebrity with a family who thinks a woman’s worth is measured by her husband. The two of them are competing on the hit reality series The Makeover Challenge for very different reasons, but when they get paired up as a team, the road to victory gets a lot more complicated.

Hephaestus. God of fire. God of blacksmiths. Reviled son of Zeus and former husband of the goddess of love. He's found his place in the mortal realm, working with his friend, Molly, and her team of supernaturals. And he's fine. He's good. There isn't a single thing he needs. Until the day a witchy waitress walks into his life. Can he get over a lifetime of rejection and the dangers of his own past and finally give happiness a chance? Or is he destined to spend his long life alone?

Private investigator Jim Knighthorse returns in book 4 of the series when he's hired to find out if Freddie Calgary, a popular movie and TV star, really overdosed and died two years ago, or if he is still alive. The investigation turns into a big road trip as Jim follows the clues to L.A., Sedona, and San Antonio. There is plenty of action and danger as the dark side of Hollywood spills its blood, secrets and scandal over three cities.

Toby Stephens stars in this BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of Raymond Chandler’s second Philip Marlowe mystery.Fast-talking, trouble-seeking private eye Philip Marlowe is a different kind of detective: a moral man in an amoral world. California in the ’40s and ’50s is as beautiful as a ripe fruit and rotten to the core, and Marlowe must struggle to retain his integrity amidst the corruption he encounters daily.In ‘Farewell My Lovely’, Marlowe has a chance encounter with a not-so-gentle giant outside Florian’s nightclub.

Allison has all the appearances of a perfect life. No one would ever guess she’s been suffering from emotional torment inside the walls of her own home. Fans of dramatic memoirs will devour this captivating listen as they journey with Allison through her confusion, denial, and grief paired with thoughts of death and murder.

Featuring cameos by Abby and her kidnapper! A true crime classic that made headlines around the world, shocking and moving everyone including some of the biggest celebrities—among them tough guy crooner Frank Sinatra still pained by his own son's kidnapping a decade before.

I had three dirty jobs until I quit them all and married a rich millionaire. Then, I wrote this book in order to teach every woman in the world that it is possible for you to marry a millionaire! If you are a struggling, poor, or middle-class woman that craves "the good life," then you need to learn and understand what the past generations of mothers always told their daughters: "You'll have a lifetime of poverty married to a poor man, and you'll have a lifetime of boredom married to a middle-class man, so marry Mr. Rich."

Azalea thinks her problems with her father's murderer are behind her thanks to the power of persuasion her younger sister, Kya, wields. Just as Azalea is getting into a groove with her council, things are torn apart when Decker makes a surprise return. He's back and he's out for blood. Hers.

Azalea has just been named alpha of the pack. However, Decker, her father's best friend—and murderer—has decided he wants to take over. She must rely on her council to help her find a way to fight back against the powerful enemy. When a lone wolf happens to come along, Azalea is skeptical, but something about the young woman intrigues her, so she invites her into the pack. Strength is in numbers, and they may need more when the time comes. Azalea is slapped with betrayal when her own council begins to reject her one by one.

They say some people are favored by the gods. Others need to make their own luck. When Cora wandered out of the woods during a winter storm, she was on the brink of death. Lost in a strange land, with nothing but her unborn child, she threw herself at the mercy of the gods. But her story wasn't finished just yet, and the fates had other plans. A kindly woman delivers the child safely and gives her the chance to start anew. The troubles of the past are safely buried, a shining future is within reach.

Communication skills, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution—made practical. Are your conversations stuck in conflict instead of connection? In Communication Is Not a Competition, Jermaine A. Pusey blends real stories with step-by-step scripts to help you be heard without fighting to be right. Use it to strengthen relationship communication at home and workplace communication on the job.

There might be no place like home, but sometimes it can be darn hard to get there. Gilly has been trying to get back to her realm for ages, but there are too many obstacles stand in her way.

What do you do when you're trapped in hell with a handsome captor who just happens to be a part-time monster? If you're Gilly of the Fae, you put a ring on it.

Nestled amid California's High Sierra Peaks, two valleys have captured the imaginations of mountaineers and winter-sports enthusiasts since the 1930s. Squaw Valley, discovered by Wayne Poulsen and developed by Poulsen and Alex Cushing, made a name for itself on the world stage as the site of the legendary 1960 Winter Olympics. Meanwhile, just over a high ridge, Alpine Meadows was developed by John Reily, Bay Area families and local skiers.

In "The Leadership Catalyst: Igniting Inspired Change," Ashley Cheung explores leading multigenerational teams in urban environments. Using raccoon spirit characters, she addresses vulnerabilities, mindset differences, and social anxieties related to generational variances. Each raccoon embodies traits like resourcefulness, adaptability, belongingness, confidence, and wisdom. The narrative examines cultural roots and stereotypes affecting team dynamics. By fostering an inclusive environment and celebrating individual contributions, leaders can leverage the strengths of each generation.

Dietetics practitioners are food and nutrition experts who help people live healthier lives. They work in a variety of settings—from hospitals and research to sports, schools, nursing homes, and the food industry. Yet, despite the diversity of the populations they serve, the dietetics profession is predominantly female, white, and able-bodied. Only 2% of dietetics practitioners have a disability compared to 29% of US adults. There is an urgent need to diversify the field—especially by including practitioners with disabilities.

Chase's quiet life of fixing electronics, dumpster diving, and inventing shatters after Grandad vanishes. Now the boy will risk everything to reunite his family. When Grandad's old team offers Chase a spot in a secret camouflage competition, he jumps at the opportunity, hiding the truth from family and teammates.