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This collection brilliantly explores the ways in which women are horrifying, as much as it captures the horrors that are done to them. Spanning a range of genres and topics - from the mundane to the murderous and supernatural - these are stories about sex and punishment, guilt and anger, the pleasure and terror of inflicting and experiencing pain. These stories fascinate and repel, revolt and arouse, scare and delight in equal measure. And, as a collection, they point a finger at you, daring you to feel uncomfortable.

Tucked away in an old building at the end of a narrow alley in Kyoto, the Kokoro Clinic for the Soul can only be found by people who are struggling in their lives and genuinely need help. The mysterious clinic offers a unique treatment to those who find their way there: it prescribes cats as medication. Patients are often puzzled by this unconventional prescription, but when they “take” their cat for the recommended duration, they witness profound transformations in their lives, guided by the playful, empathetic, occasionally challenging yet endearing cats.

Mann und Frau. Mutter und Tochter. Freunde und Freundinnen. In zwölf Stories erkundet Kristen Roupenian das Lebensgefühl von Menschen in einer schönen neuen Welt. Fragile Hierarchien und prekäre Lebenssituationen auf der einen, das Bedürfnis nach Sicherheit und Spaß auf der anderen Seite: Alles ist möglich, aber wer sind wir, wenn wir alles sein können? Mit so viel Einsicht in die Wünsche und Ängste des Einzelnen hat man noch nicht über das Zusammenleben in dieser neuen Zeit gelesen - einer Zeit, in der alles greifbar ist, und es doch immer schwerer wird, auch nur das Geringste davon zu erreichen.

Núria, a single-by-choice barista with a little resentment for the “crazy cat lady” label, is a member of The Meow-Yorkers, a group in Brooklyn who takes care of the neighborhood’s stray cats. On her volunteering days, she starts finding Post-it notes left by a secret admirer in an area where she feeds her favorite stray—a black cat named Cat. Like most felines, he is both curious and observant, so of course he knows who the notes are from. Núria, however, is clueless.

Vivian, a former reporter and a newlywed, doesn’t know what to do with herself after an incident with her husband forces her to question their partnership and her future. Yearning for the ocean air and a sense of home, she retreats to Tybee Island to clear her head and visit her Nana, a retired PI who now struggles with dementia. The phone rings: Catherine Grant, a housewife living in a private development nearby, woke up to find her husband and their baby girl missing, and she is desperate for help.

A cat with a divine mission, Sula has an uncanny ability to sense which parishioners at Old Mission San Juan Bautista (California) need her attention at any given Mass. But...is it really uncanny, or does St. Francis give Sula tasks during her daily conversations with him? Or is she led by God? Sula has developed a special bond with cancer survivors like herself. The bond between her and the Old Mission parishioners saw her through two bouts of cancer, flooding her with gifts: money for surgery, a home for recovery, prayers, and love. In these pages, you will find charming, endearing, and ...

If Clementine ”Clem” Harper had known that serving blueberry scones would lead to murder, she would have stuck to toast. The morning began like any other—tea brewing, cinnamon in the air of her Honey Hollow Inn—until Thomas Reed, the bakery owner, collapses on her porch while delivering some pastries. Paramedics blame an allergic reaction, but Clem notices a bluish tinge on his lips, a bitter almond scent, and a strange residue on the pastry box. Poison. Now, this retired teacher turned Innkeeper must put her amateur sleuthing skills to the test. Along with her clever feline Evie, ...

Meow there, cosmic explorers! 🐱✨ Ready to embark on a paw-some journey through the universe? Buckle up your space harnesses, because "Astrophysics for Cats" is about to take you on a wild ride across the cosmos! 🌟 Ever wondered what happens when you mix quantum physics with catnip? Or how black holes relate to the art of napping? This book has all the answers and more! In "Astrophysics for Cats," you'll discover: The Big Bang theory, explained through the ultimate hairball explosion 💥 Dark matter: the universe's invisible cat toy 🎱 How to navigate wormholes like a pro (hint: ...

A brand new sitcom for Cat People everywhere. Cat/Person is about a broken man living under the thumb of Hobson, his relentlessly judgemental cat... Matthew is wading through his own, post-apocalyptic wasteland following a divorce so, to get him through the dark days, his friends recommended that he get himself an emotional support animal. Unfortunately, after a trip to the local Rescue Shelter, he chose a selfish, sarcastic, sociopathic cat (voiced by Sue Vincent, star of Shameless and The Madame Blanc Mysteries). Written by Chris Heath, this three part, limited series drops all at once and ...

Secrets from the past. Powers hidden from sight. To save her future, she’ll have to trace the pint-sized pawprints. Willow Harper struggles to scratch out a home of her own. After burying her adoptive parents, the lonely barista trades in her microwave meals and dead-end espresso gig to follow a pair of fast-talking felines who claim to serve her birth relatives. But the raven-haired outsider fears her newfound curiosity may get her killed when her family reunion is cut short by a fatal poisoning. Accused of the dastardly deed and forbidden to leave the enchanted town unless her name is ...

On the day after Christmas in 1862, thirty-eight Dakota Sioux Indians were hanged in the largest mass execution in United States history. More than a century later, Kyle Ghostkiller is given the chance to go back and save them. Kyle has just returned to his hometown to accept a medicine bundle that gives him the power to time travel and reverse a curse on an old government document. But when four teenagers are found brutally murdered, newcomer Kyle becomes a prime suspect. With the FBI hot on his trail, and a jilted childhood sweetheart learning to love him all over again, Kyle escapes into...

In the idyllic lakeside town of Tumblebrook, stories are currency—and silence is power. When beloved librarian Eleanor Perkins dies under suspicious circumstances, innkeeper Amelia Farnsworth discovers that her quaint community is built on more than cobblestones and cordial smiles. What was once a postcard-perfect community on Minnesota’s North Shore soon reveals a hidden past—one written in coded journals, forged documents, and whispered betrayals. With the help of her sharp-eyed friend Clara Henderson and the inn’s feline guardian, Lady Grey, Amelia begins to piece together ...

Feeding the Feline Within: Why and How to Eat Like a Cat for Peak Performance The graceful glide of a sleek feline under the moon evokes a mystical allure. Cats represent independence, balance, and a sensual regality. We watch, entranced, almost envious of their silent self-assurance, unfazed by distracting stimuli. While we may lack their natural grace and agility, we can emulate key aspects of our favorite furballs' habits to achieve our goals by harnessing "inner cat energy." Most notably, cats follow disciplined food customs centered around well-being. They exemplify mindful methods of ...

18 stories of amazing emotional support animals and how they rescue the hearts and minds of people from all walks of life.

Discover the fascinating world of cats in this comprehensive six-part series, exploring their rich history from ancient Egypt to modern times, the unique traits of various breeds, and the intricacies of their behavior and communication. Learn essential tips for maintaining cat health and wellness, including nutrition and common health issues. Enhance your feline friend's life with expert advice on environmental enrichment, play, grooming, and building a strong bond. Finally, delve into the cultural impact of cats, uncovering their prominent roles in popular culture and their enduring charm in ...

Branson selected one of our mutual favorites to discuss Cat People — a 1942 horror film directed by Jacques Tourneur that tells the story of a Serbian immigrant named Irena Dubrovna, who believes that she's descended from a race of people who turn into giant cats when they're sexually aroused. The film stars Simone Simon, Kent Smith, and Jane Randolph, and was produced by Val Lewton for RKO Pictures. The film was a box office success, and has since become a cult classic due to its unique and eerie atmosphere, as well as its exploration of psychological themes such as sexual repression and ...

Discover how to Communicate with your pets and help them Heal. Learn how to engage in a real conversation with your pets about everyday things. Discover where it hurts and what do do about it Use intention and visualization as a catalyst for a speedy recovery Utilize the healing benefits of aura and chakra energy Select from among six guided meditations to help your pet heal Discover your own inner power to use the healing energy of love Auras and chakras specified and explained with graphics. Exellent source for learning and understanding all life.

From beloved family companions to therapy animals, search and rescue canines, and other animals who help their human partners heal, learn, and grow, there are compelling reasons to believe that animals and people are inextricably and deeply connected to one another. With stories and research about horses who heal, dogs who help children read, cats who save the lives of their owners, and pigs, sheep, ducks, and llamas who help reduce stress and lift the spirits of people, Beall shows how animals are in action across the United States at nursing homes, at hospitals, and at rehabilitation ...

Dogs have masters; cats have staff. That old saying reflects the conventional wisdom about our favorite pets. Cats are described as independent and aloof. But that stereotype clashes with the reality of untold cat companions, who know that their felines can be just as affectionate, devoted, and trainable as any dog. Like Henry who rescued lost cats. Or Basil, a licensed therapist who comforts hospital patients and staff, hospice-care residents, and trauma victims. Or Belle, who repaid being rescued from a sewer in Costa Rica by becoming a devoted nurse during his caretaker's lengthy illness...

What happens when a woman dares to take up space? An enigmatic young woman drastically transforms her body, working to become bigger, stronger, and stiller in the wake of a trauma. We see her through the eyes of three people, each differently mesmerized by her, as they reckon with the consequences of her bizarre metamorphosis. Each of them leaves us with a puzzle piece of who she was before she became someone else.