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NOTE: This e-book is derived from the first volume in the print series, separated into two parts: Vol. 1.1, Vol. 1.2. What would you like to obtain from your research and practice of an Okinawan martial art? For an academic, it would be to obtain historical and cultural facts and details. For a practitioner, it would be to gain expertise in the combative skills. If you’re interested in both, this first of a three-volume anthology is assembled for your convenience to facilitate your endeavors. These volumes assemble a wealth of material originally published during the two decades when the ...

Short novels are movie length narratives that may well be the perfect length for science fiction stories. This audio collection presents the best-of-the-best short science fiction novels published in 2012 by current and emerging masters of this vibrant form.

I am no longer a virgin in this forbidden poly romance, but I am still far from safe. The palace walls have fallen away, but new traps surround me: empires rising and collapsing, secret alliances, weapons born of future science, and the shadow of betrayal at every turn. My body and heart are caught between three men—a soldier, a doctor, and an assassin. They are straight, scarred, and mine. But desire is never simple. My men are rivals as much as they are brothers-in-arms. Each kiss ignites jealousy, each night threatens war, and yet together they are my shield. Our lust is explicit, our ...

Just because Freemasonry isn't inherently a business doesn’t mean the organization can’t benefit from industry-proven best organizational practices. It's Business Time lays out these modern concepts and their relevance to Freemasonry in an easy-to-understand guide. The work explores and adapts each concept for use across the organization, regardless of leadership level. If utilized appropriately, these concepts can be a powerful force multiplier in enabling Lodges to succeed in the modern era.

Captain Orion never imagined he'd be at the center of a cosmic struggle between ancient beings and their most coveted treasure—dragon eggs. These eggs are the key to unlocking untold power, and the Celestial Architects will stop at nothing to hoard them, bending time and space to their will. But Jaxon Orion is not alone. He has shapeshifters and other superheroes in his multiverse-jumping starship crew. Along the way, he forms deep bonds with those drawn to the same quest, including powerful women who bring their own strengths to the fight. Together, they sale through multiverse-spanning ...

Can scientific explanation ever make reference to God or the supernatural? The present consensus is no; indeed, a naturalistic stance is usually taken to be a distinguishing feature of modern science. Science Without God?: Rethinking the History of Scientific Naturalism shows that the history of Western science presents us with a more nuanced picture.

Jaxon Orion was this close to retiring into a life of polyamorous bliss and drinks with fruit in them. Then someone dropped a memory-warping drug onto the black market. Now he’s dodging crime lords and warlords, not to mention some angry Spell Masters he'd locked away in a multi-dimensional vault. The crew of the Quantum Dreamweaver is knee-deep in Echoes—a drug that messes with your past, your magic, and your pants. Old enemies are back. New ones want threesomes before trust falls. And Jaxon has to decide what’s more dangerous: stopping a galactic collapse… or surviving his love ...

The Jack Nicholson film The Departed didn't tell half of their story. A poor kid from the slums, Robert Fitzpatrick grew up to become a stellar FBI agent and challenge the country's deadliest gangsters. Relentless in his desire to catch, prosecute, and convict Whitey Bulger, Fitzpatrick fought the nation's most determined cop-gangster battle since Melvin Purvis hunted, confronted, and killed John Dillinger. In his crusade to bring Bulger to justice, Fitzpatrick faced not only Whitey but also corrupt FBI agents, along with political cronies and enablers from Boston to Washington....

We all want more money, or we all think we want more money. But most of us don’t even know what money is. We get up in the morning, we go to work and work all day for some asshole that makes way more money than we do. Our bosses tend to make more money than we do as well, but they tend to know less than we do. Yet, in our minds we feel like we deserve a raise. And then let’s say that we do get more money. But then we spend that money and then the money is gone. Now what? The problem with this idea is that money really isn’t anything. There is a reason why such a high probability of ...

You’ve cracked the cases and caught the culprits in the first two Black Beacon Books of Mystery and you’re back for more puzzling crimes to solve. The third volume won’t disappoint you with a new selection of original and enigmatic puzzles to both entertain and challenge even the greatest of armchair detectives. Sherlock Holmes won’t be here to help you this time around, but Doctor Watson is on call. You’ll be working with Oscar Tremont again on two strange cases, and Lena Lombardi is back, with Marmalade purring on her lap. There are plenty of new additions to the cast as well. ...

What in the world is the world we want to live in—and how are we going to get there? Jessica Morey and Jonathan Roberts bring you no-drama dhamma for meditating moderns, wherein we contemplate the Big Ideas gifted us by life through a Buddhist lens, and then take an even deeper dive, in discussion with amazing mindfulness instructors.

I am a princess in a dark fantasy romance, but I feel more like a prisoner. My parents keep me locked inside a palace of spies and suffocating rules. I break free only to discover that freedom means danger, prophecy, and desire that consumes me. I am a virgin, but I am far from innocent. My body aches. Every moment with the three men who abducted me pushes me closer to the edge. A soldier, a doctor, an assassin—each of them is straight, each scarred by his own past—and I want them all. This is my journey: not just to survive assassins, empires, and war, but to surrender to lust, love, ...

The Objective Standard is a quarterly journal of culture and politics written from an Objectivist perspective (Objectivism being Ayn Rand’s philosophy of reason, egoism, and laissez-faire capitalism). The journal is based on the idea that for every human concern - from personal matters to foreign policy, from the sciences to the arts, from education to legislation - there are demonstrably objective standards by reference to which we can assess what is true or false, good or bad, right or wrong.

This book needed to be written because every single day a business professional or entrepreneur comes to me with a problem, I give them the answer or point them in right direction and a lot of times, they never do anything with it. I know this is not just me who deals with this. This is a problem that plagues the workforce and if I can help even one person, this book was worth it. You cannot be successful if every opportunity presented to you slips through your fingers. You have to do the work. You cannot think and grow rich. You have to DO to grow rich. You have to get off your butt and ...

Fear and his ruthless crew of the Kings of Doom are back in action, having just broken him out of prison. With their sights set on a high-stakes score, they find themselves entangled in a dangerous game of power and deception. Their latest venture? Smuggling a warehouse full of fine wine to sell to a secretive buyer. But when Matteo from the notorious Vernicci cartel offers them a side job to track down a stolen $3 million Tiffany watch, the stakes rise higher than ever. Spotting the watch on the wrist of a mystery man driving an Aston Martin, Fear sets off a chain of events that plunges ...

When two teens hit the open road, armed with nothing but a memory from their Washington D.C. class trip and a thirst for adventure, they're in for the ride of their lives. Strap in for a heartwarming escapade across the USA hoping to find true love.

This book was a long time coming. For years now, friends, family and colleagues have asked me how I continue to win not realising that I have the same daily struggles as them. I think the difference is that I just keep my head down and stay the course. My career has not always been wins. In fact, I have more losses than wins if you want my honest opinion. I fail every single day in one way or another. There are lessons here. Apply these lessons. Half of winning is just showing up. Apply these lessons and I am positive you will see improvement in your daily life.

Conversations with Legends is an inspiring journey through the world of business, passion, and mentorship, told through the lens of one man’s encounters with some of the most influential figures in his life. From the Ferrari world to Hollywood, from the airwaves of national radio to the high-stakes world of business, this book brings to light the invaluable lessons learned from those who have shaped the author's path. In this memoir, you’ll meet the people who fueled his passion—individuals like Lyle Tanner, a legend in the Ferrari parts business, whose mentorship transformed his ...

Think and Grow Wealth: The Essential Guide for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners Think and Grow Wealth is a must-have resource for any entrepreneur or small business owner ready to transform ideas into thriving, profitable businesses. In this powerful guide, Jon Robert Quinn reveals the steps and strategies used by successful entrepreneurs to build wealth and keep it growing. Have you ever wondered how the wealthy achieve lasting success? Think and Grow Wealth breaks down the proven principles and insights that will show you exactly how to create, grow, and maintain wealth. Unlike ...

The King, The Royal & The Servant delves into the intricate dynamics that shape successful organizations, exploring the vital roles of the King, the Royal, and the Servant. Through this powerful framework, the author offers valuable insights on how these roles—though distinct—are interdependent and essential to creating a thriving, sustainable kingdom. In this thought-provoking book, the King represents the visionary leader who shapes the future and drives the organization forward, while the Royal manages day-to-day operations and ensures that the King’s vision is executed. The ...