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Even though Professor Casmir Dabrowski has been fighting for months to help the kingdom and humanity as a whole, few people in positions of power have appreciated his unorthodox methods. Now, he's a captive of the king and being taken back to his home world without his friends or the crushers he relies upon to protect him. The king believes Casmir is responsible for the prince’s death and plans to have him publicly executed.

When Hayley makes a resolution to put an end to her loose lifestyle, it's all good in theory - that is, until she meets Daniel Stark, a well-respected businessman in his mid-thirties who is known for his short temper, lack of steady relationships, and strict preserve of his private life. Opinionated, sharp-tongued Hayley accidentally steps into his office, leaving Daniel resolved to put Hayley in her place and have her in his bed. Neither Hayley nor Daniel can ignore the immediate attraction between them.

Mercy Bennett Death isn’t a mystery to me. Thanks to my ability it only takes a single touch to know when people are going to die. That’s how I know a member of my missing family tree is alive. Touching her picture brought me to this freezing little town in the middle of nowhere Colorado and I’m not leaving without the answers. When those answers are held hostage until I prove what I can do, I’m not above using my ability in questionable ways to achieve the answers I seek. Determining the fate of residents who have disappeared should be a piece of cake. Until my ability goes haywire...

In this fascinating deep dive into the evolution of monetary systems around the globe, Nik Bhatia takes us into the origins of how money has evolved to function in a “layered” manner. Using gold as an example of this term, he traces the layers of this ancient currency from raw mined material, to gold coins, and finally to bank-issued gold certificates. In a groundbreaking manner, Bhatia offers a similar paradigm for the evolution of digital currencies.

From the national bestselling author of Parents Weekend, comes one of the most anticipated thrillers of the year. "Everything I want in a thriller!”―Ashley Elston "I could not put it down!”―Angie Kim "Nonstop twists!"—Jason Rekulak “A master of his craft.”―Jeneva Rose "[Narrator...

My name is Tamsin Vale and I’m pissed. I’m confused. And I’m scared. I’d be an idiot if I wasn’t scared when demons suddenly made a move and someone I love almost died. I’m pissed they did it, confused why now… But I’m also pissed that no one seems to hear me that Cluym messed up and they’re upset with me instead. Classic. I knew life as the future ruler of a world would never be easy, but constantly living where I’m criticized for everything and people don’t always listen to me is difficult. And sometimes I only have myself to blame for not fully committing to the ...

Tristan Cross is battling emotional demons from the past. He lives in a world where trust is earned, loyalties are tested, and love is impossible. That is, until he meets Allie Green. She's the only woman who can help him find a kidnapped friend and, to top it off, she captivates him. All he has to do now is persuade her to work for Cross Enterprises, his top investigations firm.

One birthday bash, one black bear, and one grim reaper—Honey Hollow will never be the same. A baker who sees the dead. One too many suitors. And a killer. Living in Honey Hollow can be murder. Murder in the Mix is a USA TODAY Bestselling Series! Humor with a side of homicide. From New York Times, USA TODAY, & Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Addison Moore. Cosmopolitan Magazine calls Addison's books, "...easy, frothy fun!" This book can be enjoyed on its own without reading the other books in the series so dive on in! RECIPE included! My name is Lottie Lemon and I see dead people. ...

Legendary leadership and elite performance expert Robin Sharma introduced The 5am Club concept over twenty years ago, based on a revolutionary morning routine that has helped his clients maximize their productivity, activate their best health and bulletproof their serenity in this age of...

Running a business shouldn't mean running yourself into the ground. But for most business owners, it feels like the only way. You're stretched too thin, caught in the daily fires, and constantly putting life aside to focus on work—but never fully present in either. 1 Layer Deep is about getting your time, energy, and sanity back without your business falling apart. It's not about working harder, hiring more people, or overcomplicating things.

What if reality isn’t as stable as we think it is? You’ve felt it before. The unsettling certainty that something was one way… only to discover the world insists it was always different. The Berenstain Bears. Pikachu’s tail. Nelson Mandela’s death. Millions of people share these exact same “wrong” memories. That phenomenon is known as the Mandela Effect—and it raises a deeper question: Are we misremembering reality… or is reality behaving in ways we don’t fully understand? Hidden Layers explores one of the most intriguing theory clusters of the modern era. Between 2007 ...

Attorney Jake Trenton's perfectly ordered life unravels when he loses a promotion and his wife announces she wants to become a surrogate. While he spends even more time at the office to prove his worth, he worries about the effects on their family if Sophia carries a baby for a stranger. Once Sophia explains how important it is to her to bear a child for someone who can't, Jake reluctantly agrees. However, when the embryo transfer is successful, Jake's carefully constructed world crumbles beneath the memory of his brother's death, which occurred years ago in the same month the baby is due.

When Hannah learns that her sister Michelle's boyfriend, Detective Lonnie Murphy, is the prime suspect in a murder case, she goes straight from a movie studio sound stage to the Los Angeles airport. Back in frigid Minnesota, she discovers that proving Lonnie's innocence will be harder than figuring out what went wrong with a recipe. Lonnie remembers only parts of the night he went out to a local bar and ended up driving a very impaired woman home.

Have you ever felt distant from your faith, wondering if the Bible still speaks in today’s fast-paced world? Do you long to understand Scripture more deeply — not just as history, but as living truth that brings clarity, strength, and hope to your everyday life? You’re not alone. Many adults struggle with these same questions, searching for deeper meaning and a renewed connection with God. That’s why 101 Bible Stories for Adults was created. This isn’t a children’s Bible storybook. It’s a transformative guide that reveals how Scripture’s timeless wisdom can meet you where you are today.

Removing the Layers: How to Process Trauma and Find Your Freedom is a comprehensive guide for those ready to break free from the chains of trauma and reclaim their lives. Trauma doesn’t just affect the mind; the body remembers, storing experiences that can shape us in profound and often hidden ways. In this powerful trauma healing book, trauma-informed coach Sally Gutteridge leads readers through the journey of uncovering, processing, and healing from emotional and complex trauma. Designed to resonate with readers of self-help books and women seeking self-development, Removing the Layers ...

Lawrence Armstrong’s vision for competitive excellence is animated by investing in and caring about the development of the whole person and their surrounding community. Under his creative, layer-based approach, Ware Malcomb has become a global leader in the industrial building sector—one of the world’s most successful and admired businesses of its kind.

The iconic, “extraordinary” (The Washington Post) collaboration between bestselling authors Stephen King and Peter Straub—an epic #1 New York Times bestselling fantasy thriller about a young boy’s quest to save his mother’s life. Jack Sawyer, twelve years old, is about to begin a most...

All programs of this Matrix are layered in order to trap as many people as possible within each program. In this book we'll take an in depth look at the largest Matrix program of all, Death and the Afterlife. We'll examine how the many layers of this default Matrix program are set up using different religions as their cover. Each religion wanting to convince it's members and the public, their beliefs in the afterlife is the correct one. We'll also take a look another huge Matrix program, What is the Earth? We'll explore some of the common beliefs and show you how those beliefs are just more...

Title: Torch and Treachery: An Olympic Mystery In the charming town of Green Acres, the excitement of the Olympic torch relay qualifiers is marred by suspicion and intrigue when the swiftest runners mysteriously disappear. As the community braces for a celebration, journalist Mia Andrews uncovers unsettling secrets threatening to overshadow the pride of her town. Armed with her investigative instincts and the loyal companionship of her tech-savvy son, Eli, and their spirited yorkie, Toby, Mia dives into a web of sabotage and deception. With the Grannies adding humor and heart, and running a...

What if the most powerful gift you could give—was your presence, free of judgment? In a world quick to evaluate, categorize, and dismiss, Unconditional Positive Regard (UPR) offers a different path—one that sees worth before behavior, potential before performance, and humanity before labels. This book invites you into a transformative journey—through science, story, and practice—that will help you embody UPR in every part of your life. Whether you are a clinician, leader, parent, partner, or simply someone seeking deeper connection, you will find in these pages the tools to: ...