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“For us, murder is a hobby,” the writer’s group president informs the detectives as they arrive. “We look forward to seeing real police procedure.” A prominent author dies at a mystery writers retreat. Is it natural causes or was she murdered? The detectives have never worked together before. Each has their own motivations as they approach the case.

Obsessive compulsive disorder is quite a common thing that plagues a lot of people today. It is not an isolated case. You or your loved ones may have it as well. Knowing what you are up against can help you get better equipped for fighting this debilitating battle against your thoughts and actions.

The format is simple: there isn't one. Instead, each of the panellists brings their own round for the others to play, meaning that each show is unique, untried, and unpredictable. In each episode, four top comedians will battle it out to see who gets to be champion. Angus Deayton is the host, valiantly trying to make sure everyone comes out of it with their reputations intact.

A terror from the past is rising from the darkness five miles deep. Joining a military rescue mission to an isolated mining colony, the Doctor and Belinda find a single survivor of a violent catastrophe. What killed the colonists? Why is every mirror in the base smashed? The chilling truth spells horror and death…

Crime shows often portray narcissists, sociopaths, and psychopaths as the bad guys prone to doing heinous activities - but are they really? You might be surprised! This book will offer you in-depth information about the mind of a narcissist, psychopath, or sociopath.

When journalist Robert Andrew Powell finished his first marathon, he cried, cradled in his father’s arms. Long distance runners understand where those tears come from, even if there are others who will never understand what drives someone to run 26.2 consecutive miles in a grueling mental and physical test. Powell’s emotional reaction to completing the race wasn’t just about the run, though. It was also about the joy and relief of coming back up after hitting rock bottom.

Shopping is a raging phenomenon among developed countries and has been studied over and over. Sociologists say it's a female drive in an attempt to explain the differences in shopping behavior between men and women. It was said that the same obsession of men over sports can be linked to the way women go crazy on Black Friday sales or on mall openings.

Churchill and the Crown tells the story of Churchill's relationship with the various kings and queens he served during his long political career, from young journalist under Edward VII, through his dramatic fall from grace in the First World War under George V, the frustrations of appeasement during the interwar period and his relationship with Edward VIII during the abdication crisis of 1936, culminating in his Finest Hour in the Second World War under George VI and the coda of Churchill's public service to his final monarch: Queen Elizabeth II.

Lester Powell's Chandleresque detective Philip Odell was a huge hit on the BBC Light Programme between 1947 and 1961, thrilling audiences with his crime-solving adventures in post-war London. This gripping collection brings together the only two surviving radio serials featuring the tough-guy investigator—one of which, Test Room Eight, is published here for the very first time.

Do you want to learn how to learn absolutely anything as quick as possible? Of course you do, who wouldn't? There's a way to do it, and this book has all the secrets. This book is about learning how to learn. Whether you want to improve your grades at school, or you want to pick up a new subject quickly, this book will detail methods to learn any kind of subject matter lighting fast. Today, it is commonly said that in order to master a subject, you must dedicate a minimum of 10,000 hours, whether it’s to learn a musical instrument, a sport, or to master a video game.

He's saved the world twice. Now the dangerous but charismatic Ack-Ack Macaque finds himself leading a dimension-hopping band of angry monkeys, facing an invading horde of implacable killer androids, and confronting the one challenge for which he was never prepared: impending fatherhood! Meanwhile, former journalist Victoria Valois finds herself facing old enemies as she fights to save the electronic ghost of her dead husband, and Merovech, king of the United Kingdoms of Great Britain and France, receives a troubling message from the dead sands of Mars....

Don't lose the will to become the person you want to be. Choose to Lose the weight, and start the next chapter of your life as the person you know you truly are. EAT MORE CARBS BURN FAT BUILD MUSCLE QUICK-FIX RECIPES NO GYM REQUIRED CHEAT EVERY OTHER DAY From celebrated fitness trainer Chris...

Perfect for fans of sports psychology, self-development, and motivational listens, The Fierce Five is more than a collection—it’s a mindset. A reminder that no matter how many times you fall, what makes you fierce is the courage to rise again. If you’re ready to embrace grit, resilience, and unbreakable strength, this is the book set for you.

In my memoir, I Choose Me, I explore the various myths women have been told since childhood about sex, marriage, abortion, love, and children. The story presents the notion to women, “What if you choose yourself?” Women are told to wait to be asked for marriage.

Storms—both literal and figurative—come for all of us. They shake our plans, threaten our stability, and test our will to keep going. Stormproof: Stronger Than the Storm is your guide to surviving the worst of life’s weather and coming out stronger on the other side. Drawing on raw, real-life experiences from the rodeo arena to the open road—and the unexpected tempests in between—Marci Powell delivers a powerful blend of storytelling, mindset coaching, and practical tools.

Wedding Wisdom

Join Gus—an enthusiastic French bulldog with a superpower—on a magical adventure! Perfect for fans of the Magic Puppy series. Siblings Mouse, Gus, Lulu, and Bandit are superpuppies. Each pup has a special power—from telekinesis to size manipulation to telepathy to shape-shifting—that...

Join Mouse—a small but scrappy shih tzu with a superpower—on a magical adventure! Perfect for fans of the Magic Puppy series. Siblings Mouse, Gus, Lulu, and Bandit are superpuppies. Each pup has a special power—from telekinesis to size manipulation to telepathy to shape-shifting—that...

When her horse bucked her off at a rodeo, professional barrel racer Marci Powell shattered her neck and back in two places — injuries so severe doctors warned she might never walk again, let alone ride. But Marci’s story didn’t end in that arena. Through pain, fear, and the silent battles of PTSD, she learned that standing again isn’t about perfection — it’s about persistence. This book is for anyone who’s been broken — by trauma, by loss, by life itself — and is trying to find their way back.

Jason T. Powell, a seasoned athlete and coach, offers a lifeline to men grappling with depression. Through raw honesty and an athlete’s tenacity, he shares his personal journey, proving that victory is within reach. Compete to Live isn’t just a book; it’s a call to action. Powell’s insights from golf, fishing, boxing, and wrestling teach you to see life as a competition against the person you were yesterday. Each chapter concludes with practical takeaways and reflection questions to reinforce your resolve. Transform adversity into strength, and reclaim your life.