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In the heart of the picturesque Evergreen Forest, a curious skunk named Slinky is poised to embark on an unforgettable adventure. Armed with a zest for exploration and a keen sense of curiosity, Slinky embodies the innate tendencies found in many young creatures of nature. These inclinations toward exploration are not merely whimsical; they are crucial elements in the survival and development of various species. Slinky, with his signature striped tail and vibrant personality, represents a fundamental aspect of animal behavior—exploration is not just about curiosity; it's about learning, ...

Fort Knox Is Missing is a mind-bending thriller that begins with an impossible truth: not only is America’s most secure vault empty—it’s simply… gone. No doors. No walls. No building. Just grass and silence where the gold once lay. Dalton Bishop, a former intelligence analyst turned truth-seeker, is pulled back into a world of hidden vaults, buried spirals, and memories no one was supposed to remember. Alongside recursion theorist Alix Vega, they uncover a global Pattern—an ancient design threaded through time, memory, and loss. What starts as a search for gold becomes a desperate...

His name was Sean Billings—but most knew him as “Stoner.” He wasn’t always a man of second chances. There was a time when the only thing that kept him going was the promise of another high, another escape, another slow fade into nothingness. A talented mechanical engineer with a mind built for innovation and precision, Sean had let the weight of pressure, loss, and his own silence push him over the edge. Literally. When he found himself sliding off the face of a mountain, nearly dying, clawing for life—something inside him cracked. Or maybe… something woke up. The Recovery Rig ...

Some friendships are made in school. Others? In swamp mud. Meet Al-E-Gator—a charming, grumbly, always-hungry alligator with a powerful tail and a big appetite for snacks and secrets. And then there’s Fluffy the Fish—a quick-witted puffer with the uncanny ability to puff up like a spiky balloon whenever trouble floats too close. Together, they’re not just best friends. They’re snack scouts. Crunch collectors. Swamp adventurers. And accidental heroes. From battling Bog Bandits to gliding through the sky on a homemade gator-glider, this duo will take you on a hilarious, suspense-...

Some vampires sparkle. Some brood. Bartholomew Black just wants to nap. He’s the oldest vampire in the world—grumpy, ancient, and occasionally forgetful. For centuries, he’s avoided the spotlight (and garlic) by hiding out in a castle with his overly chatty bat companion, Kevin. But when a mysterious visitor shatters his eternal snooze, Bartholomew is thrust back into a world of deadly secrets, creepy mirrors, undead politics, and one very sarcastic were-hamster. And that’s before the mimic shows up. Bite Me is a dark, dramatic, and wickedly funny adventure into the shadows of ...

Over the centuries mankind has had to depend on wild game to feed their families. Even today there are hundreds of thousands of hunters, both male and female, that depend on wild game to supplement their menus throughout the year. Within the following pages you’ll discover some of the time-tested recipes that have been used to prepare wild game. These recipes are still excellent ways to prepare your fresh kills and I suggest that you at least give some of them a try the next time you wild game available. Most of these recipes assume that you already know how to skin and clean the meat ...

Welcome to The Adventures of Jeremiah Jackal, a laugh-out-loud, dust-kicking, tail-twitching romp across the most absurd corners of the desert you’ve never visited but will never want to leave. Meet Jeremiah Jackal—a bushy-tailed, peanut-butter-loving, sandal-snatching, chaos-stirring creature who lives on the edge of a scorching desert and doesn’t just survive… he thrives, schemes, and snickers his way into one unpredictable adventure after another. Written for readers of all ages with at least a 5th grade reading level (and a 10th grade sense of humor), this story blends heartfelt...

Let’s be honest: dating after divorce can feel like rebooting an outdated computer—slow, frustrating, and filled with unexpected pop-ups from the past. But here’s the good news: you’re not starting from scratch. You’re starting from experience. This book isn’t a shallow guide full of pick-up lines or macho nonsense. It’s a real, grown-man roadmap for navigating the dating world with clarity, confidence, and a sense of humor. Whether you’ve been out of the game for five years or fifteen, Rebooted will walk you through every stage—from that first hesitant swipe to building a...

The sky always told the truth—if you knew how to listen. Jenny Maddox leaned against the hood of the matte-black Suburban, eyes locked on the gathering mass of dark clouds bruising the western horizon. The wind had shifted. Just a whisper now, but one with teeth. It brushed across her face like a warning. Most people would've taken it as a cue to head for the basement. Jenny? She called it a siren song. Behind her, the mobile Doppler radar unit beeped in steady intervals. On the roof of their secondary vehicle—nicknamed The Jackrabbit, a lifted, reinforced Jeep with steel plating and ...

In the past, the mere whisper of the “N” word sent chills down spines. Nations stepped back from the edge. It meant destruction, devastation—nuclear war. But not anymore. The world has changed. Power is currency, morality is optional, and the leaders who possess nuclear weapons no longer see them as last resorts. They see them as leverage. The “N” word—nuclear—no longer deters. It provokes. It threatens. And this time… it may just happen.

Juliana never wanted to work for anyone else—not now, not ever. So, while most girls her age were looking for summer jobs at local cafés or souvenir stands, Juliana was busy polishing the wheels of her brand-new juice cart. With her heart set on independence and her cart full of the freshest fruit around (especially naval oranges, her favorite), she sets off down the salty cobblestone streets of her ocean-side village to meet the curious, wild, helpful, annoying, and downright hilarious world of tourists. But being your own boss isn't always sweet. Sometimes the juice stings. And ...

Understanding the Downwind Society: Navigating a World of Easy Routes In today's fast-paced world, we often find ourselves drawn towards the path of least resistance, the route downwind. This metaphorical concept refers to the tendency of individuals and societies to opt for the easier, more convenient options rather than facing the challenges of sailing upwind. Understanding the dynamics of a downwind society is crucial for grasping the complexities of our modern world and navigating it successfully. One key aspect of the downwind society is the allure of instant gratification. People are ...

Welcome to Gumdrop Gulch—a place where bubbles float sideways, goats wear rocket chairs, and adventure always comes with sprinkles. In this cheerful tale of friendship and fun, you'll meet MooCycle, a rainbow-colored motorcycle rider who never takes the straight path when he can loop-de-loop. Alongside his zany sidekick Bix and a whole parade of colorful townsfolk (and goats, inventors, tunnel trolls, waffle dancers, and more), MooCycle zips from one heart-happy chapter to the next. This story isn’t about saving the world—it's about celebrating it. It's silly. It's sweet. It's stuffed...

When Alex is sent to spend the summer at his grandfather Sam’s quiet farm, he expects nothing more than long days of chores and endless fields. But after uncovering a series of cryptic clues—a leather scrap, an old ribbon, and a brass key—Alex and Sam embark on a thrilling adventure that leads them beneath the farm’s surface. From moonlit reconnoitering in the cornfields to hidden workshops and subterranean vaults, they reveal a legacy of innovation left by Alex’s great-great-grandfather. As the harvest looms, each discovery binds Alex closer to his family’s past and reshapes ...

She’s not lazy—she’s calculating. She’s not rude—she’s selective. And she’s not just a cat—she’s Sometimes, the most unpredictable (and snack-driven) secret agent the world has never heard of. Sometimes enjoys sunny naps, occasional ear scritches, and ignoring you when you call her name. But behind her twitchy tail and slow blinks lies a feline force of mystery, suspense, and clever espionage. As a top agent in the Purrfect Detective Agency, Sometimes faces off against enemies who manipulate memory, bend time, and steal more than just tuna. This 35-chapter adventure blends...

When you are ready to swap your comfortable office desk and all of it's trappings and make the leap between desktop of mountain top in a hands-on kind of way this book will help you navigate the transition. Whether you're chasing stability, freedom, or simply a job that just sort of feels "more real" this book walks you through the steps you'll need to take to make the change successfully and with limited stress.

In a quiet neighborhood where pizza deliveries are as normal as forgotten homework, twelve-year-old Max Murdock discovers something no kid ever expects—a mysterious, glowing pizza box that follows him home. But this is no ordinary takeout. Inside the box lies a swirling portal to a vast and wildly unpredictable universe made entirely of living toppings, sauce-powered machines, and crust-based civilizations. Joined by his hilarious best friend Logan, a fearless classmate named GraceMarie, and the cryptic clues left by a banished flavor genius, Max is recruited into Za & Beyond—an ancient...

Imagine waking up each morning to find a growing community of eager readers, customers, and fans waiting for your next message—people who trust you, value your insights, and are ready to buy what you offer. That’s the power of a list. In today’s noisy digital world, algorithms change, ads get muted, and social platforms rise and fall—but one thing never goes out of style: a direct line to your audience. In The Money Is in the List, you’ll learn how to build that line from the ground up. You’ll discover why an email address is more valuable than a like or a follow, how simple “...

They were just your average suburban family... …until one glitchy AI, a burned agency, and a killer cupcake turned their quiet basement into the most dangerous command center on Earth. Meet the Mulraneys: Claire (ex-intelligence analyst turned overachieving mom), Michael (the dad with classified pasts and a pistol in his golf bag), Lacey (their teen daughter who hacks like she breathes), Maggie (the grandmother who knits explosives), and a talking phone named Bertram. Together, they were supposed to stay in hiding after the collapse of the global surveillance AI known as Needlepoint. But ...

The Sun is not alone. Tucked just behind our blazing celestial star, hidden perfectly from Earth’s view, orbits a second sun—smaller, darker, and teeming with secrets that could unravel the fabric of our understanding. When 12-year-old Orion "Ori" Keller intercepts a mysterious radio signal while helping his father repair a homemade solar observatory, he unknowingly unlocks a dormant force. Suddenly, he’s pulled into a spiraling chain of cosmic conspiracies, secret government missions, ancient prophecies, and interstellar truths that humankind was never meant to know. Now, Ori must ...