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From the author of the classic The Wizards of Armageddon and Pulitzer Prize finalist comes the definitive history of American policy on nuclear war—and several presidents’ actions in nuclear crises—from Truman to Trump. Fred Kaplan, hailed by The New York Times as “a rare combination of...

The supernatural epic Bible novel series Chronicles of the Nephilim has changed the landscape of Evangelical imagination. Now, author Brian Godawa shares the Biblical and ancient historical research that undergirds the novels. For those who want serious study of the topics of Genesis 6, the Watchers, Nephilim, Sons of God, fallen angels, Spiritual Warfare, and the Biblical Cosmic War of the Seed.

*** THE NEW YORK TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR *** AMERICAN ASSASSIN is now a MAJOR MOTION PICTURE starring Dylan O'Brien (Maze Runner), Taylor Kitsch (True Detective) and Michael Keaton. When Russian president Maxim Krupin discovers that he has inoperable brain cancer, he’s determined...

The fifth installment of the popular Lemonade War series! Siblings Jessie and Evan Treski have waged a lemonade war, sought justice in a class trial, unmasked a bell thief, and stood at opposite ends over the right to keep secrets. Now they are creating a magic show—a professional magic show...

Respected Christian author Brian Godawa shares the Biblical, ancient historical and mythical research that undergirds the stories behind his best-selling novel series, Chronicles of the Watchers, Bible stories retold through a supernatural lens of the ancient Hebrew worldview.

A hilarious, action-packed journey for young readers (8-12) and Minecraft fans who love history with a side of chaos! Why kids (and parents!) love this book: Humorous Historical Fiction: Learn history while laughing. Time Travel Adventure for Kids: Thrilling, imaginative plot. Educational Entertainment: Introduces real Civil War figures & events. Strong, Comical Characters: Relatable Stan, endearing Zaumy & Creepy. Perfect for Reluctant Readers: Fast-paced, engaging, non-stop fun, tons of funny pictures Prepare for a journey where the familiar blocky landscapes of your favorite game crash ...

From the bestselling author of The Pale Blue Eye comes a brilliantly profound and empathetic story about Oscar Wilde's wife Constance and their two sons in the aftermath of the famous playwright's imprisonment for homosexuality, told against the backdrop of Victorian England and World War I. In...

A Bigger Picture: Memoir of a Military Artist is a story of adversity, faith, achievement, and healing. The author inspires listeners with his adventures of surviving child abuse, opposing bullies, and overcoming illness while dreaming of becoming an artist.

A darkly comic and ambitious sequel to the American classic Catch-22. Joseph Heller revisits the unforgettable characters of Catch-22, now facing the twilight of their lives and the end of the century. The generation that fought in World War II—Yossarian, Milo Minderbinder, the chaplain, along...

The Eagle Scout Picture is a World War II espionage thriller that dives into themes of a spy pretending to be someone he is not and the consequences on his psyche and identity, his morality and the choices he is forced to make, and the duality of balancing the expectations of his American bosses while working in Hitler's war industry to make weapons to kill his countrymen.

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER The “compelling,” untold story of the man who captured and brought to trial Rudolf Höss—one of Nazi Germany’s most notorious war criminals and subject of the Oscar-nominated film The Zone of Interest—“fascinates and shocks” (The Washington Post). May 1945...

The Complete Idiots Guide to World War II features coverage of the fateful D-Day invasion, a critical timeline of major WW II events, and a WW II timeline highlighting the crucial and most important events of the war. It also includes details about major battles on land, in the air, and on the...

Brought to you by Penguin. A story of death, sex, betrayal and revenge; sweat, steroids and duplicity - wrestler Bret Hart lifts the lid on the wacky, mythic, secretive word of pro wrestling in this epic tell-all. 'Amazingly detailed and meticulously crafted ... Hitman will stand the test of...

Alex has never beaten his older brother Greg at anything. Not even once! Now fully armed with their new water pistols and sent into the backyard, will Alex be able to finally defeat Greg in an ultimate battle to drench the other? This is not a fun game, this is not quality family time, this is WAR! Join Alex as he battles not only his brother, but his own misfortune as things go from bad to worse in this crazy, ridiculous and hilarious story.

This is the story of a young man, unexpectedly thrust back in time, into a major battle of the Civil War, Gettysburg and how he copes with the challenges he faces during the battle and on his return to his own time.

George Arliss (1868-1946) was an actor, author, playwright, and filmmaker who decided to spend his retirement years during World War II in London, literally Ground-Zero for German bombers. He took care of his blind and seriously ill wife amidst nightly aerial assaults from Nazi planes, V-1 and V-2 rockets flying over their home. Throughout the bombardments, Arliss maintained a lively correspondence with his American friends who were safely located in the states. Now for the first time, the George Arliss wartime letters have been published and vividly echo the 21st century trauma endured by ...

The captivating saga continues as World War II breaks out... Tony Herrington and Jim Camden both left the home they love to attend Oxford. Abigail Bridgewater has married Lord Ralph Bridgewater, and they have a son, Pierce. Lord Ralph ends up in Wandsworth Prison in London, for initiating a plan to end Will Camden’s life. In the blink of an eye, on September 3, 1939, the Prime Minister, Neville Chamberlain, declares war on Germany. Five harrowing years follow, with Tony and Will defending Great Britain from certain destruction. A new character is introduced to this trilogy, named Minska ...

Forget the bunny trail. E. Aster Bunnymund is on a warpath. In this second chapter book in Academy Award winner William Joyce’s The Guardians series, sometimes you have to crack a few eggs. Pitch, the Nightmare King, and his Fearlings had been soundly driven back by Nicholas St. North and...

A powerful account of the resilience and dedication of the unsung Black heroines who played a major role in World War II. Perfect for fans of Hidden Figures, Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free, and Tyler Perry’s blockbuster film The Six Triple Eight. In 1943, the United States was facing a...

It’s 1938, and hard-working Lily Baker’s life turns upside down when she and her family move to a new town. Two jobs leave little free time, yet she becomes involved in a struggle to improve her area. Pushed by the group leader, she undertakes tasks she previously thought impossible and meets the man of her dreams. Amidst homesickness, looming war, and an aggressive father, can she find the strength to win through?