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The last generation of Americans with a living memory of Jim Crow will soon disappear. They leave behind a collective memory of segregation shaped increasingly by its horrors and heroic defeat, but not a nuanced understanding of everyday life in Jim Crow America. In The South, Adolph L. Reed Jr.—New Orleanian, political scientist, and according to Cornel West, "the greatest democratic theorist of his generation"—takes up the urgent task of recounting the granular realities of life in the last decades of the Jim Crow South.

For the Sake of the Game is the latest volume in the award-winning series from New York Times best-selling editors Laurie R. King and Leslie S. Klinger, with stories of Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson, and friends in a variety of eras and forms. King and Klinger have a simple formula: Ask some of the world's greatest writers-regardless of genre - to be inspired by the stories of Arthur Conan Doyle. The results are surprising and joyous.

This audio collection presents the best-of-the-best short science fiction novels published in 2013 by current and emerging masters of this vibrant form. In Earth I, by Stephen Baxter, a search among the stars to ferret out the origins of mankind amidst the Xaian normalisation digs up many surprises. In Success, by Michael Blumlein, a brilliant but erratic biologist studying epigenetics struggles to hang onto his grip on everyday life as he writes his ground-breaking tome.

Esteemed mystery writer Anne Perry, author of more than twenty-five novels and two acclaimed detective series, heads up a delectable cast of writers, the very best from both sides of the Atlantic. In the tradition of honored crime writers Agatha Christie, Malice Domestic, Volume 6 jumps the pond between Britain and America to deliver 100 percent pure suspense in all its spine-tingling glory. The ten mysteries included here are read by Stephanie Beacham, Christopher Cazenove, Reed Diamond, Judy Geeson, Patrick Macnee, and Emmy winners Juliet Mills and William Windom.

The shooting of a homicide detective is captured on film by a mysterious figure from a second-floor window, implicating Riley Keane, an anti-gun activist and a school shooting survivor. Riley flees Chicago for a frozen island in Lake Superior. A race to find her ensues between her secret lover—Chicago politician Finn O' Farrell—a corrupt police lieutenant, and the mysterious cameraman who extorts Riley' s family and Finn. Finn's entanglement with Riley and the extortionist threatens his ambitious political career.

Tony and Rose, deeply in debt, need a substantial influx of cash or they stand to lose their upper-middle-class lifestyle. Fortunately for them, Cam, a former fashion model turned venture capitalist with a talent for making money, is willing to bail them out. In return Tony agrees (reluctantly) to sleep with Cam one night every month for twelve months. It doesn't take long for Tony, Rose, and Cam to discover their pact comes with complications none of them anticipated.

Prosperity has a pathway, and everyone's path is different. In this book, author Calvin L. Reed provides the mental tools necessary to achieve one's dreams. Powerful, impactful, and straight to the point, this book was written purposefully to be a quick listen, but the financial rewards will last a lifetime. Akin to the famous book The Prayer of Jabez, this short but miraculous book will change your way of thinking and lead you to a path of prosperity. It is financial abundance written in its purist form.

It's the summer of 2008. Chicago's Hyde Park senator is running for the White House, the city is vying to host the 2016 Summer Olympics, and "Poison", a lethal form of heroin, has killed more than 250 people, including dozens of suburban girls from prominent families. Natalie Delaney, a crime reporter from the Chicago Times, discovers that daughters of Democratic powerhouses are the real targets. Obsessed with finding who is behind the killings, Natalie becomes entangled in an underworld where drugs, cops, gangs, politics, and privilege collide.

Zombies, reapers, and more monsters. In a world where so many dark things go bump in the night, terror awaits around every corner as these authors take horror stories to the next level. Discover ghosts, demons, and your worst nightmares. Read at your own risk. Featured stories by C.L. Hart, Mae Thorn, S.E. Reed, Kristen Argyres, Barend Nieuwstraten III, Demi Michelle Schwartz, Adele Liles, C.L. Storm, Benjamin Kurt Unsworth, Desirae Gracyn, Rob Nisbet, Anwen Redlake, Kat Craig, Gabriella Balcolm, Lianne Robinson, David O'Mahony, Andrew J. Lucas, Binod Dawadi, Daniel DiQuinzio, Arwyn Sherman...

One determined detective. One thorough medical examiner. And the serial killer that brings them together. Connecticut State Police Detective Wesley Dawson will stop at nothing until this maniac serial killer is locked up and put away for good. With bodies piling up and his older sister living on the streets, Wes refuses to let anything get in his way. The crimes are gruesome, and nobody is safe with a vicious killer on the loose. Medical examiner Ali Jenson is the best in the business, but even these cases are too brutal for her. The deaths are beginning to get to her.

As a proud son of a civil rights leader, Steven L. Reed grew up hearing stories about how his father integrated Montgomery lunch counters and took advice directly from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Reverend Ralph Abernathy. However, it wasn’t until Reed was in the fourth grade and received a death threat against his father that he began to understand more fully the importance of the lessons his father was trying to impart. At this pivotal moment, his father explained, “My job is to prepare you to be a cross-bearer and not just a crown-wearer.

Imperial Devices is a steampunk anthology presented by Dragon Soul Press featuring novellas and shorter pieces. From retellings of the Pied Piper and bounty hunters hot on the trail of criminals to treasure hunters discovering ancient secrets and horrifying creatures lurking in the dark, this anthology has it all. Featuring stories by R.L. Davennor, Zoey Xolton, Majanka Verstraete, Benjamin Chandler, Lincoln Reed, Laura Quirola, S.O. Green, Chris Bannor, Catherine Butzen, Daniel Simonson, Barend Nieuwstraten III, Andrea L. Staum, and Douglas Allen Gohl.

Short Term Rental Success Stories from the Edge, Vol. 1 is a collaboration of some of the greatest minds geared for entrepreneurial success of our time. These authors are sharing their secrets to short-term rental success, business breakthroughs, unprecedented personal success, and unlimited human potential. This audiobook will undoubtedly uplift, empower, and motivate you to take action to help you fulfill your short-term rental dreams.

Twenty-eight-year-old, African-American high school teacher Benjamin Miller has lived an empty life since his twin sister was killed in a car accident over a year ago. His life changes dramatically before Valentine’s Day when a beautiful woman with milky-white skin opens the door to his locked vehicle and tells him she’s going home with him—but first he has to give her a name. She displays powers of magical mischief, so Ben names her Eris, after the Greek goddess of strife and discord. Ben questions the wisdom of allowing Eris, a beautiful female demon, to become his lover, but he ...

Create Your Best is an informative, practical and easy to follow Self-help book.

Based on a true story of a Filipina who went through a lifetime of adversities and heartbreaking experiences.

I am convinced that life spent wrestling with God will result in deeper insight concerning the meaning of life, and new wisdom the heart will long to share. The Desiderium Conversations is exactly this attempt to share, and has been especially intended for all those thirsty souls still holding their arms out and longing for the light!

Welcome to The Lenny Reed Pod, your go-to source for insightful discussions on traveling the world, self-improvement, and achieving financial independence. Join us as we explore inspiring stories, expert advice, and practical tips to help you live your best life. Whether you're a seasoned traveler, on a journey of personal growth, or striving for financial freedom, our podcast is here to guide you every step of the way. Let's embark on this exciting adventure together!

You will find this audiobook very interesting to listen. This audiobook is very educative and effective audiobook, it will give you very good and reasonable tips, advice, and tricks that will make you succeed in your business and at the same time help the community at large. The target audience for this audiobook are people who are searching for real estate investing books, self-help entrepreneurship type books, and anyone looking for information on short-term rentals, vacation rentals, and Airbnb businesses and investing.

A Short Story Olio contains stories related to a range of human experiences - a woman buys an old store to house a secret project; a young man is haunted by a frightening image; a friend finds hope coping with a tragic situation; and an airline passenger loses his battle to calm a hysterical traveler. Listeners will experience joy, wonder, sorrow, and humor as they enjoy the collection.