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Dear Narcissist, Why Me? is your survival guide to breaking free from the mind games, gaslighting, and emotional torment that have kept you stuck. Dr. John Kraus, Ph.D., a leading expert in narcissistic abuse recovery, exposes the manipulation tactics narcissists use to control and destroy you—so you can take your power back. Dr. Kraus has worked with many survivors and will full understand you, to be that anchor in the storm you need.

A discovered conspiracy. A ransom gone wrong. A two-month coma. Spoiled Iranian girl Neda awakes to find her parents dead—a tragic murder at the hands of her now-executed fiancé. But Neda saw the perpetrators, and he wasn’t one of them. The justice system dismisses her. Evidence mysteriously vanishes. And when others begin to die, she knows her own life could end just as brutally at any moment. All it will take is her enemies catching up—or her suicidal tendencies taking control. When her losses become all-consuming, there is one way forward: turn the tables and finally get revenge.

Enjoy a courtside seat as Brian Cox swings his tennis racket from hazardous war zones to the ashram of a Himalayan guru, and eventually to Mount Shasta, an area known for its occult legends. In Tennis with God, Brian, a globetrotting Foreign Service brat, travels with his family through hardship posts in Africa, Asia, South America, and the Middle East.

In the gripping novella “After the Inferno,” Sergeant Andy Carter and his squad are thrust back into the heart of the Vietnam War, mere days after surviving a harrowing ordeal. As they navigate the treacherous jungles and face a relentless enemy, the bonds of brotherhood are tested, and sacrifices must be made. Carter’s leadership is put to the ultimate test when an ambush leaves him wounded and separated from his men. With time running out and the enemy closing in, the squad must confront their deepest fears and summon the courage to rescue their fallen leader.

Join Sergeant Andy Carter and his squad as they navigate the dense jungles of Vietnam on a perilous search and destroy mission to locate and eliminate a heavily fortified NVA base camp. As they confront danger at every turn, the bond between the men is tested like never before. Will they rely on each other to survive or will the chaos of combat tear them apart?

This is the story where the destinations are only part of the adventure! In Travel Tales: European Adventures from The River’s Edge, John-William DeClaris has created an anthology of historical fiction based on real events. As he recreates the river cruise, he weaves in unforgettable stories during a journey through Ypres, Vienna, Prague, and more. These tales cover a wide range of life events experienced by his fellow cruise mates.

In Tennis with God, Brian, a globetrotting Foreign Service brat, travels with his family through hardship posts in Africa, Asia, South America, and the Middle East. Along the way, high-level tennis and table tennis are his faithful companions, as Brian perfects his game and aims to earn the respect and acceptance of his overbearing father.

Orphaned on the island of Altasia as a young boy, Derik dreamed of nothing more than to journey the great land of legend. But he soon learns just how deep the secrets of Altasia's past run. The people of Altasia are about to confront what history has only hinted at and its inhabitants no longer dare to whisper. The growing presence of evil creeping through Altasia is shifting the balance between purity and darkness, bringing to surface fables of the past that would rather be forgotten.

Author Glyn Haynie, a Vietnam veteran, draws upon his own experiences to create a vivid and authentic portrayal of the war, immersing listeners in the intense action, camaraderie, and sacrifices made by the soldiers on the ground. As Carter and his men face the constant threat of enemy fire and the unforgiving terrain, they are thrust into a harrowing battle for survival when a raging inferno engulfs the hillside.

In the dense jungles of Vietnam, the line between hunter and hunted is razor-thin. For Sergeant Andy Carter and his squad of soldiers, it's a brutal reality they must navigate every day as they pursue a ruthless Vietcong captain deep into enemy territory.

As they battle through the unforgiving jungle, the team must confront the treacherous terrain, the constant threat of the North Vietnamese Army, and the complexities of a war where the lines between friend and foe blur. With time running out and the odds stacked against them, Carter and his men push forward, driven by an unwavering determination to bring their fellow soldier home. But when a surprise attack fractures the team, each man must confront his own fears, doubts, and the harsh realities of war as they fight for survival and strive to complete their mission.

Timeless Wisdom for Fearless Fatherhood: A First-Time Dad's Trusted Companion for Unshakable Confidence and Becoming the Leader Your New Family Deserves. Stumbling through parenting advice overload? Struggling to balance work, family, and partner? This book is your ultimate guide to conquer doubts, embrace parenthood, and never miss a beat in your child's life.

Music classes are often at the bottom of the academic priority list, undervalued and underfunded. This must change. By reviewing the latest research on music's cognitive, social, emotional, and cultural benefits, A Sound Investment provides conclusive evidence for the need to adequately fund music programs.