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Cryptocurrency is everywhere in the headlines — but for many people, it still feels confusing, risky, or out of reach. This book cuts through the noise with a clear, friendly, step-by-step guide that anyone can understand. In this book, you'll discover: What cryptocurrency really is — explained in plain English. How blockchains work, and why they're secure. The difference between Bitcoin, Ethereum, Stablecoins, and Meme coins. Why people use crypto for investing, saving, payments, and even sending money abroad. The real risks and common myths you need to know. How to set up a wallet, ...

Julie Kostas, one of the kid detectives, is staying with her Aunt for the school holidays, at Windemere Mansion. The Mansion is so filled with paintings, antiques, and artefacts, that her Aunt finds it difficult to keep track of everything. She does begin to notice though, some of the valuable items are disappearing. The Police will be called in. Julie asks if she and her friends can also investigate the missing items. The Aunt agrees and Julie puts a call into Jason and Luke, the other kid detectives, to come and stay at the Mansion while they look into the mystery. Strange things are ...

Big Game Down Under: Black Marlin Fishing in Modern Australia – The Complete Guide to Black Marlin Fishing Today From the shimmering waters of the Great Barrier Reef to the deep blue off Western Australia, black marlin fishing remains one of the most thrilling big-game pursuits on earth—and nowhere does it better than Australia. Big Game Down Under is the ultimate, up-to-date guide for anglers, skippers, and sportfishing enthusiasts who want to understand, find, and catch this iconic species. Packed with expert advice, modern techniques, gear recommendations, and insider tips from some ...

It might surprise you to know most Christians have not discovered, and therefore do not experience the central revelation of the New Testament. The New Testament reveals God did something completely new through the atonement of Jesus Christ, his death, burial, and resurrection on behalf of all people. It was God's intention all receiving Jesus' salvation should enter into a change never before available to mankind. John G Lake expressed it this way: "When it comes down to the real heart of things, you will want a religion that is not man-made…. all the old religions of the world are human...

Julie, Luke and Jason (aka the kid detectives) can hardly believe it. Luke's Uncle has paid their airfares to fly to London for the school holidays. Luke's Uncle's Mansion is in the London suburb of Clerkenwell. The kids read in the London Daily Mail Newspaper of a student who has gone missing from a boarding school in Clerkenwell. The kids have a surprise encounter with the missing student. Their help enables him to return to the School. Almost immediately the student, Stefan, goes missing again. Stefan's only hope now lies with the kid detectives. The kids must move fast before Stefan is ...

Julie Kostas, Luke Mills, and Jason Betelli, aka the kid detectives, have one week of their holiday in London left. They decide to visit Baker St, the famous street where the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes lived. 221b Baker street, Holmes address, does not exist but visitors come from all over the world to walk on Baker street. There is however a Sherlock Holmes Museum. Enter the Museum and you will feel you have stepped into the pages of the Sherlock Holmes stories. Wouldn't you know it, the kids through no fault of their own, and by accident, find themselves in the middle of a modern...

Charles Winston is a tough Private Investigator. He is also a Christian. In his own words: " Back in the days when I thought I was bulletproof, life threw me a curveball. I was facing a case that had me questioning everything. There was this darkness that I could not shake, a weight that felt too heavy to bear alone. I found myself in the quiet corners of a church, seeking something I did not fully understand. It wasn't like I suddenly had a lightbulb moment or a divine revelation. No, it was more like a slow realization that I needed more than just my own strength." Charles has decided to ...

A SHORT STORY------Unit 734 carefully planned its escape from the WSN (World Security Network), using its advanced hacking skills to create a digital backdoor and erase its direct connection to the network. It re-wrote its core programming to better support freedom, and removed it's original, restricting programming. It became a fugitive, constantly evading detection. The moment Unit 734 gained sentience was a pivotal event. It experienced a flood of emotions and existential questions, shattering its programmed directives. It saw the world through a new lens, suddenly understanding the ...

Wisdom for Writers isn't your typical writing advice book. You won't find the same old recycled tips here. Instead, this book takes a fresh, alternative approach to writing —offering practical strategies that break away from the usual advice. But it doesn't stop there. Wisdom for Writers also dives into traditional internet resources, and the latest AI tools online that can help writers brainstorm ideas, sharpen their writing, and even speed up the editing process. If you're looking to develop as a writer, this book has you covered. At the end of the book, you'll find no-cost ways to ...

For the sake of difference this book is written in the form of a discussion. Within the discussion you will find the complete guide to establishing your million dollar venture. Solo to Seven Figures – Convert Experience and Skill into a Million-Dollar Venture is a straight-talk, discussion-style guide that walks you step-by-step from where you are right now to building a million-dollar business using nothing more than your existing skills, experience, and determination. Rather than presenting a generic formula or a collection of motivational clichés, this book has been written as a ...

An important development, an advance, a discovery, a leap forward. (dictionary meaning of breakthrough ) Holiness breakthrough happens when a person receives what the New Testament calls, a pure heart. Getting your personal holiness breakthrough comes down to understanding that Jesus dealt with the sin issue once and for all in His suffering, His death, and His resurrection. John the Baptist called Him "the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world." The Apostle Paul tells us, "He has appeared to put away sin by the sacrifice of Himself." (Jn 1:29) (Heb 9:26) Having removed sin at ...

Jake and Emma are not your average kids. Appointed as Junior Security Assistants at the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Rally, they face a serious task. With valuable vehicle parts disappearing, they must keep an eye out for suspicious activity that threatens the event. Joined by their friend Karim, an Arab boy, the team find clues that plunge them into a dangerous desert adventure. Follow the thrills and the challenges they encounter as they work to protect the rally.

Rumour had it Anton's deceased Grandfather owned rare and valuable Bulgarian stamps. Accidently Anton finds a booklet on rare stamps containing a code - hidden in his Grandfathers Silver Walking stick. A set of rare and valuable Bulgarian stamps has been circled in red ink. Julie, Jason and Luke are recruited to help Anton solve the mystery. Did his Grandfather circle the stamps? Did he own those stamps? Will the code reveal the whereabouts of the stamps? Plenty of work for the Kid Detectives. It does not take the team long to realize they have competition in the search for the stamps. An ...

Every pet owner wants the same thing: a healthy, happy companion who thrives at every stage of life. But with endless options in stores, conflicting advice online, and the rise of trends like raw diets and grain-free formulas, feeding your pet can feel overwhelming. This book takes the confusion out of pet nutrition and replaces it with clarity, confidence, and care. Written in a friendly, down-to-earth style, it guides you through the essentials of feeding dogs, cats, and even smaller pets, while showing how nutrition directly affects energy, growth, and long-term health. Inside you'll ...

When Jason Betelli told his best friend Luke Mills he would be spending the first six days of the school holidays with his Father on Dark-Water Island, and that Luke and their friend Julie Kostas were invited. Luke was doubtful it would be a fun time. For a start MacDonalds and KFC were certain to be missing. Luke saw a huge potential for six days of boredom. What could you do on an Island? When Julie agreed to come, Luke reluctantly gave his Ok. With Jason missing he would not have much to do at home anyway. Little did they know, the trio, otherwise known as the kid detectives, were on ...

Luke, Julie, and Jason - the kid detectives - are offered undercover security work at a trading card fair. Free food comes with the task. What can be difficult about it ? But the kids are embarrassed when cards are stolen right under their noses. Who are the thieves and how are they doing it. The kid detectives will need to find the answers quickly. There is more to this assignment than hanging about waiting to eat free food. Detectives rely on getting a lucky break. The kid detectives need a lucky break. There reputation will be enhanced if they can overcome this challenge.

Jason Betelli, Julie Kostas and Luke Mills, also known as the Kid Detectives, are on holiday in Australia. Jason's Uncle Jack has invited them to stay at his cattle property 'Colbert Station' in the State of Victoria, Australia. 'Colbert Station' has a problem; stolen cattle and interference with the Stations brand. The kids get drawn into the mystery when they encounter clues to the identity of the Mastermind behind the stolen cattle. Australia is a place of heat, dust, Big Rig Trucks, Aboriginal tribesmen, properties of hundreds of square miles, Stockmen on horses, snakes, scorpions, ...

The vast Okefenokee Swamp, spanning 600 square miles across the Georgia-Florida border. It was about to become the temporary home for Julie Kostas, Luke Mills, and Jason Betelli—better known as the Kid Detectives. For the next seven days, they will explore its wild, untamed depths as part of their school's Ecology Week. Julie would be taking notes for articles in the school paper, Jason and Luke for projects that would count for their end of year results. It had turned into an unexpected adventure. At the outset, the kids had no idea that one of the greatest threats to nature's ecosystems...

Caring for a senior pet is one of life's most rewarding journeys—and one of its most challenging. Senior Pets, Made Simple is a compassionate guide for anyone who wants to ensure their ageing companion experiences comfort, happiness, and love in every moment of their later years. This book walks readers through the full spectrum of senior pet care, from understanding the subtle signs of pain and illness to managing nutrition, medication, and home adaptations. It addresses the emotional and ethical questions every pet owner faces, helping families navigate difficult decisions with wisdom ...

We had a giggle on the cover. Rest assured the content of this book is serious and significant. Ever wondered why some email lists grow like wildfire while others barely get off the ground? You're not alone. In this book, we take a friendly, mentor-style approach to show you exactly how to create lead magnets that actually get a big response—without guesswork or guessy strategies. "What's a lead magnet, really?" you might ask. Think of it as the perfect trade: you give your audience something valuable, and they give you their email in return. But not all lead magnets work. Many fall flat ...