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For decades, Lisa accepted the story her family gave her: that her maternal grandmother had died when her mother was just a baby. But one ordinary day, a swab of DNA unraveled everything she thought she knew. Instead of a death, there was a disappearance. Instead of closure, there were questions. And instead of grief, there was rage, curiosity, and a burning need to understand the woman who walked away—and the family she left behind.

It's Christmas time once again in Holiday Haven, and Star Clearwater has a choice to make. Her generous fiancé, Everett, won't push her to make it, but she knows it's only a matter of time. In the middle of dealing with her own relationship woes, Star realizes that her mother's new boyfriend may not be what he appears.

Explores how our ancestors used shamanic rituals at sacred sites to create portals for communication with nonhuman intelligences Shares supporting evidence from the spiritual and shamanic beliefs of more than 100 Native American tribes Shows how the earliest forms of shamanism began...

Reveals the profound influence of the Denisovans and their hybrid descendants upon the flowering of human civilization around the world Traces the migrations of the sophisticated Denisovans and their interbreeding with Neanderthals and early human populations more than 40,000 years ago ...

Star Clearwater has everything she's always wanted. Her business is soaring, her relationship with her mother is on the mend, and she and her cute, bookish boyfriend Everett are gearing up to attend the big Summer Solstice celebration that promises to be a party like no other.

Top toy designer Star Clearwater is convinced that Christmas is cursed. What's supposed to be her hard-earned vacation turns into chaos when her mother lures her to the North Pole only for all spell to break loose at her arrival. A heinous hex threatens the entire toy production inside Santa's Toy Workshop, putting millions of children's wishes in jeopardy. If her mother - who reports directly to Mrs. Claus - can't get things under control, Christmas won't be the only thing getting canned.

An escape - that's exactly what Birdie Devaine needs when witches around the world publicly announce their existence. Instead of performing for the sold-out crowd at her world-famous magic show in Vegas, Birdie runs away from the dazzling lights to her hometown in Mississippi. She thinks she has it all planned out - keeping busy with renovating an old beautiful house and eventually fading away from the spotlight. But the house has its secrets, including the haunted cemetery that Birdie is now responsible for. It doesn't help when her nosy neighbor catches on to Birdie's big secret....

It's Christmastime, and the ladies of Witch Hazel Lane are going all out. Caroling, bonfires, Christmas parties, not to mention the decorating! But in the midst of all the fun, Birdie Devaine is given a gift she can't seem to get rid of - the presence of her old flame, Lucifer. Yes, that Lucifer. He's come to do some bargain shopping himself...for souls. And when the town's fake Santa is found keeled over only days away from Christmas, the whole town is left in a wintry shock.

Is Your Local Business Invisible to the Next Generation of Customers? You think TikTok is just for teenagers doing dances. The truth? It is the new local search engine. When customers look for "best cafe near me" or "auto repair downtown," they are scrolling through authentic, local videos—and if you’re not there, your competitors are winning. This is not a book about becoming a national influencer; it's the 30-Day Launch Plan that turns your phone into a powerful, local discovery tool, guaranteed to drive real, paying customers from the screen straight to your storefront. The Urban ...

This is a collection of 18 essays on a variety of occult-themed topics, covering the full spectrum of classic esoteric and related subjects, which include Hermeticism, alchemy, magic, the Kabbalah, ancient wisdom and philosophy, Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and spiritualism, by some of the most notable and prominent names in the history of those subjects.

Tired of the "Intimacy Gap"? It's Not You—It's Your Wiring. Are you and your partner speaking two different languages when it comes to intimacy? For neurodiverse couples, the path to a deep, connected relationship is often blocked by invisible barriers: sensory overwhelm, emotional shutdowns, and frustrating miscommunications that can feel impossible to overcome. This isn't a book to "fix" your partner or your relationship. It’s a revolutionary handbook for translation and celebration, designed to bridge the sensory and emotional gap and transform your frustration into profound ...

Her father was her biggest supporter and greatest champion. He taught her that she was capable of anything and encouraged her to treat every day like a great adventure. He taught her about mental toughness, "mind over matter" and pushing through adversity. But what happens when she comes face to face with the fact that much of her father's advice was "do as I say, not as I do"? What happens when "mind over matter" stops working and she's forced to actually feel her emotions?

Este libro presenta una selección de diez artículos imprescindibles sobre liderazgo, de los cientos que han sido publicados por la revista de la prestigiosa Universidad de Harvard, fuente de información de los líderes de hoy día. Artículos de reconocidos autores, como Daniel Goleman, Peter F. Drucker o John P. Kotter, que le ayudarán a maximizar su propio rendimiento y el de su organización.

Max Allan Collins became Spillane's friend and collaborator, continuing the Mike Hammer series for years after the author's death, building upon unfinished manuscripts the writer left behind. Now, with coauthor James Traylor, Collins has produced the first comprehensive and authoritative profile of the Mystery Writers of America Grand Master. It is a must-listen for any fan of the author—or of the generations of crime writers that were influenced by his work.

This engaging history pulls listeners back to a chaotic time along the lower Rio Grande in the mid-19th century. Texas Devils challenges the time-honored image of "good guys in white hats" to reveal the more complicated and sobering reality behind the Ranger Myth. Michael L. Collins demonstrates that, rather than bringing peace to the region, the Texas Rangers contributed to the violence and were often brutal in their injustices against Spanish-speaking inhabitants.

Former Vegas star and witch in hiding, Birdie Devaine, is ready for a vacation away from all of the stresses of an ongoing (and haunted) house renovation. Lucky for her, she's got a first-class ticket aboard one of the swankiest cruise ships in the world. Along with her best friends, Birdie's ready to set sail through the warm Caribbean waters, soak up some much needed sun, and sip on some much needed fruity drinks....But a trip to paradise comes with a price. And on a ship full of magical beings, the price is steep.

A series of BBC Radio short stories, comprised of classic and period dramas featuring four female sleuths to rival Sherlock Holmes himself. 'The Redhill Sisterhood' by Catherine Louisa Pirkis, 'Mr Bovey’s Unexpected Will' by L. T. Meade and Robert Eustace, 'The Golden Slipper' by Anna Katharine Green and 'The Law and the Lady' by Wilkie Collins. Starring Gayanne Potter as Loveday Brooke, Elizabeth Conboy as Florence Cusack, Teresa Gallagher as Violet Strange and Abigail Docherty as Valeria Woodville.

When love is lost in sex, lies and deceit. Families torn apart by race and control. Will it end pretty. Only closed eyes will leave lost. This Novel will have you lusting for more. Bringing out a side of you that only a good plot could.

Unlock the Elite Focus of a Navy SEAL and Reclaim Your Productivity You’re being robbed! The average professional spends just 72 minutes a day in true focus. The rest is lost to digital noise, "quick checks," and the devastating lie of multitasking. If you feel like your potential is leaking away hour by hour, it’s because your brain is under siege. It’s time to fight back with a system forged by the world's most disciplined minds. This book is your field manual for hyperfocus, straight from the mental toughness playbook of the U.S. Navy SEALs. It’s not about working harder—it’s...

The Distraction Epidemic is Costing You $10,000 Per Year. Are You Ready to Get It Back? You're smart, you work hard, but every day you feel like you're fighting an invisible enemy: distraction. Constant notifications, endless emails, and a work culture designed for interruption aren't just annoying—they are scientifically proven to be killing your focus, your productivity, and your earning potential. In "Eliminate Distractions at Work", the author exposes the shocking reality of our digitally fragmented world and delivers the definitive 30-Day Distraction-Proof Protocol to reclaim your ...