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A NEW YORK TIMES EDITORS’ CHOICE Winner of the 2025 New York Public Library Young Lions Fiction Award National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 Honoree Shortlisted for the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for Comic Fiction “The rarest of things, an authentically tender portrait...

Juggling a new job, a newborn, and an untested team, Greg already has more than enough to handle — until a prison escape throws everything into confusion. Someone out there is killing without pattern or mercy. And the closer Geldard gets to the truth, the more certain it becomes that they haven’t finished yet. If you're a fan of the gripping suspense of Elly Griffiths, or love the atmospheric settings of L J Ross, this series is for you. Expect thrills, twists and authentic characters with heart and integrity.

Award-winning author Brad Parks delivers a tense novel of thrills, twists, and deceit that grabs you and won’t let go until the final, satisfying page. Tommy Jump is an out-of-work stage actor approached by the FBI with the role of a lifetime: Go undercover at a federal prison, impersonate a...

His name in American politics is more cited than any other president. Both the Republican and Democratic parties are radically different today, mainly as a result of Ronald Reagan and the force of his ideas. No twentieth century president shaped the American political landscape so profoundly...

Many people of all ages procrastinate when it comes to writing their wills, and organizing things, complicating the process of settling their estate for their children, loved ones, and beneficiaries. The Last Act is the book that addresses this situation, as it provides easy-to-follow steps to make the process as easy and as seamless as possible.

In the summer of 1990, Cathy's brother, Matty, was knocked down by a car on the way home from a night out, two weeks before receiving his GCSE results. Sitting by his unconscious body in hospital, holding his hand and watching his heartbeat on the monitors, Cathy and her parents willed him to survive. They did not know then that there are many fates worse than death.

🌟 WHEN THE WORLD FEELS COLD, KINDNESS IS THE LIGHT THAT STILL WORKS 🌟 Ever feel like people have forgotten how to care? Like smiles are rare, and genuine connection even rarer? Kindness That Lasts reminds you that one small act, one word, one gesture, can cut through the noise and change everything. Because when you give kindness, it doesn’t just touch others… it heals something inside you too. 💡 INSIDE THIS BOOK, YOU’LL DISCOVER: 💡 ✅ Simple, heart-anchored ways to bring joy, calm, and meaning back into everyday life. ✅ How to rebuild real connection with family, ...

The spirit of adventure calls Marcus Didius Falco on a new spying mission for Emperor Vespasian to the untamed East. He picks up extra fees from his old friend, Thalia the snake dancer, as he searches for Sophrona, her lost water organist. With the chief spy, Anacrites, paying his fare, Falco knows anything can go wrong.

Are you tired of overthinking every message, fearing abandonment, and feeling insecure even in happy relationships? Think it’s finally time to silence the anxiety and feel safe in love? The Smart ACT Anxious Attachment Workbook is your step-by-step guide to break free from toxic cycles, calm your mind, and build lasting confidence. With proven ACT strategies, this resource will help you heal old wounds, set boundaries without guilt, and enjoy the secure relationships you deserve.

Your mind is loud. Your body is tired. And the peace you’re chasing always feels one anxious thought away. Every day, over 301 million people silently fight the crushing weight of anxiety disorders. Whether you’re struggling with generalized anxiety, panic, OCD, or obsessive overthinking, this audiobook gives you the tools to rewire your brain, reconnect to your values, and reclaim your inner calm—without pretending everything’s okay.

I was just a freelance hero doing his best in a hard world.' The spirit of adventure calls Falco on a new spying mission for the Emperor Vespasian to the untamed East. He's picking up extra fees from his old friend Thalia the snake dancer as he searches for Sophrona, her lost water organist. With the Chief Spy Anacrites paying his fare, Falco knows anything can go wrong. A dangerous brush with the Brother, the sinister ruler of Nabataean Petra, sends Falco and his girlfriend Helena on a fast camel-ride to Syria.

What if God chose you to be part of the greatest revival in human history? The Bible reveals that before the return of Jesus Christ there will be a mighty outpouring of the Holy Spirit across the earth. Prophets throughout the generations have spoken of a final revival that will surpass every move of God the world has ever seen. It will be marked by extraordinary miracles, signs, wonders, and a massive harvest of souls. Many believe that time has arrived. In Last Days Revival, Vince Baker shares powerful Biblical insight, prophetic understanding, and Divine revelation about the end time ...

It is 1916, and Sherlock Holmes has returned to his rooms in Baker Street after attending the funeral of his longtime associate, Dr John H. Watson. Holmes reflects on the old days and comes to realise that not only was there so much that he had shared with Watson in his lifetime but also there was so much that he had not revealed to him: things he had kept hidden, including his deep affection for his friend.

With the sudden deaths of both of her parents, Mallory McDuff began to research sustainable practices around death and dying. For McDuff, an educator and environmentalist, what started as a highly personal endeavor expanded into a yearlong exploration and assessment of green burials, aquamation, green cemeteries, home funerals, and human composting. In Our Last Best Act, McDuff bridges the gap between environmental action and religious faith by demonstrating that when the two are combined, they become a powerful force for the greater good

Who knew a chocolate fountain could be deadly? At the glitzy International Soap Opera Awards in Geneva, Victoria St. James, seasoned soap star and expert in playing Katherine Blackwood on Passion's Lasting Embrace, expects nothing more than the usual drama. But when a waiter drops dead into the fountain, Victoria's 25 years of acting skills come in handy for more than just her on-screen role. As her mentor, Thomas Bennett, receives sinister death threats and a charming CIA agent named Alexander Morgan doubts her theories, Victoria must use her soap opera expertise to catch a killer before ...

Discover how you can use timeless Stoic wisdom to transform your life—in no time! Do you feel lost amidst the chaos of modern life and struggle to find your footing in these uncertain times? Has stress become second nature, making you anxious when you don't have a hundred thoughts racing through your mind? Do you wish for guidance to navigate life's twists and turns? If you want to take back control and steer your life in a better direction, look no further—your solution is here!

What if awakening meant stepping into a nightmare? On "The Stargazer Spaceship," Riki is about to find out. Hibernation was supposed to be a bridge to a brighter future. Instead, Riki opens his eyes to a chilling reality: crew members are gone, their mission is compromised by an unseen enemy, and his best friend, Roy, has vanished, lured away by a phantom signal. Now, Riki must become the rescuer, plunging headfirst into the unknown. But this isn't just a rescue mission. As Riki scrambles to piece together what happened, he realizes the key to unlocking the universe's most profound secrets ...

Immerse yourself into the captivating world of performance psychology with the eBook, "Unforgettable Spectacles". Untangle the enigmatic threads of how an audience's mind responds, engages, and remembers the magic of each act. Starting with a broad introduction to performance psychology, you'll swiftly delve into the ambiance and magnetism that fuels the circus atmosphere. Learn how the air can be manipulated to incite emotional reactions, creating experiences that are not just unmissable but unforgettable. Jump from the inception of act conceptualization, right into its execution. Through ...

A Black teacher searches for himself across the United States in this “emotive, brave” (Daily Mail, London) story for all of us who have fantasized about escaping our daily lives and starting over. Michael Kabongo is a British Congolese teacher living in London and living the dream: he’s...

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Last Act by Roald Dahl, read by Gillian Anderson. In The Last Act, Roald Dahl tells a story of human darkness and frailty. Here, a woman's reconnection with an old-flame does not go as expected . . . The Last Act is taken from the short story...