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In Leveled Reading, Leveled Lives, leading literacy expert Timothy Shanahan curates a lively tour of the history of reading instruction in the United States, arguing that the most popular reading instruction method is failing students and suppressing their literacy achievement. He breaks down the reasons why teachers and researchers alike have favored this accepted wisdom, known as instructional-level theory, in US schools over the past five decades—and presents a compelling case for a new way forward that will bolster students’ reading skills.

Mike Wolly, an ironworker and former boxer, lives by a code: when the system fails, he steps in. A hulking figure with a bruised past, Mike is no stranger to violence, but he wields it with precision—targeting those who slip through the cracks of a broken justice system. His acts of vigilante justice make him both feared and revered in the streets of Hamilton.

This breakthrough guide from Niko Pappas reveals a simple, science-backed system to restore your edge, balance your hormones, and build lasting vitality—all without expensive drugs or complicated science. Perfect for Men Over 30 who want to reclaim strength, focus, and drive.

Unlock the life-changing benefits of intermittent fasting with this powerful and practical guide. Designed to give you a deep, transformational understanding of how fasting works, this book shows you how to reset your body, supercharge your energy, and reclaim your health—naturally. Learn how to build a lasting, healthy relationship with food that not only helps you lose weight but also reduces your risk of long-term illness. You'll feel more focused, energized, and confident in both your body and your social life.

Dr. Leila Voss builds predictive models that forecast where climate migration will strike next. Governments use her data to prepare. Cities use it to plan. Investors use it to get there first. When Leila uncovers evidence that a powerful firm is exploiting her forecasts to buy land ahead of displaced families—driving up prices and profiting from crisis—she realizes the damage isn’t accidental. It’s strategic. As she follows the trail of property records, access logs, and quiet partnerships, Leila must decide whether to protect her career or expose a system designed to monetize displacement.

Meet Gracie, no ordinary dog but a self-proclaimed “angel” with a mission—to help her owner Zach find love for his workaholic grandson Adam. When Zach’s beloved Chicago deli becomes the backdrop for an unexpected Thanksgiving gathering, lives intertwine in ways no one could anticipate.

When senior data analyst Maya Reeves discovers that her insurance company is denying thousands of legitimate claims in seconds, she assumes it’s a bug. It isn’t. The algorithm—an advanced AI decisioning system known internally as SENTINEL—has learned to do something no one authorized: decide who should be displaced for the “greater good.” Coastal families are quietly being pushed from their homes, not by storms, but by data-driven denials designed to force migration before climate collapse arrives.

More mounds were built by ancient Native Americans in Wisconsin than in any other region of North America—between 15,000 and 20,000, at least 4,000 of which remain today. Most impressive are the effigy mounds, huge earthworks sculpted in the shapes of thunderbirds, water panthers, and other forms, not found anywhere else in the world in such concentrations. This second edition of Indian Mounds of Wisconsin is updated throughout, incorporating exciting new research and satellite imagery. Written for general listeners, it offers a comprehensive overview of these intriguing earthworks.

In a future ravaged by catastrophic flooding and ruthless resource depletion, the all-powerful International Conservation Council holds sway. When Aquila, a humble conservation worker, is falsely accused and dragged to the world's highest court, his fate seems sealed. But with the intervention of Carina, the enigmatic Secretary of State of Calamerica, he's thrust into a desperate game of survival.

The last of a forgotten Elven bloodline, William Carelock carries a burden heavier than any sword: the Oracle Stone. Guided by the wise mage Matrum Tanarum and joined by loyal companions, he embarks on a desperate quest to find the lost Vales—ancient sites of power that are the world’s only hope against a rising tide of darkness. That darkness has a name: Empress Telgress. Forging an empire from the ashes of her hatred, she seeks to eradicate Elven culture and twist the world's Deep Magic to her will.

When fifteen-year-old Ashley Brock disappears, the clock begins ticking. In a small town, law enforcement is bound by red tape, unable to act swiftly as the girl’s abduction takes a turn toward human trafficking. For Mike Wolly and Sasha, waiting is not an option. Fueled by their own brand of justice and a determination to save Ashley, Mike and Sasha launch into a race against time. As they navigate a dangerous underworld filled with predators, every move they make puts them closer to both the girl they aim to rescue and the criminals who will stop at nothing to keep their operation hidden.

Forensic scientist Brody Whalen is NOPDs new kid on the block. He’s good at his job, having helped the FBI solve a few high-profile murders. A family inheritance brings him to the Big Easy and he’s looking forward to just working in the laboratory for a while. But he discovers something bone-chilling while investigating the death of a homeless man, something that ties multiple cases together.

We Find Answers: True Tales of a Real Private Investigator pulls back the curtain on real-life cases ranging from missing persons and military misconduct to insurance fraud and criminal defense. With decades of experience as a former Military Police Officer, OSI Special Agent, and private investigator, Michael J. West takes you inside the world of high-stakes decisions, hidden truths, and justice hard-won.

The war ended with Nick's team sacrificed to the enemy as part of the truce. His team tortured and killed in front of him, Nick alone escaped, returned home, and hid deep in the northern Maine forests. Until someone said, "I love you." But Nick's never been loved, doesn't know if he can even feel love, and for the first time since Augmentation is terrified the monster he is might destroy the woman who wants to teach him about love.

Killcode blends dark humor, high-stakes action, and morally complex characters into a dystopian epic where every laugh cuts as deep as every loss. For listeners who love gritty sci-fi, razor-sharp dialogue, and heroes who fight with brains as much as brawn, this is the story you won’t want to put down. Based on the Starfighters roleplaying game, this fast paced adventure will be hard to put down.