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He’s back. Despite absolutely no requests at all, Sir Apropos of Nothing - he who was spawned from the violent assault of a tavern wench by a group of drunken knights - has returned. This time his voyages take him to the land of Rogypt, a surprisingly ancient realm where the tragic people known as the Shews labor endlessly in building pyramids for their masters. When Apropos inadvertently interferes with he who is destined to be their savior, no less than a deity reaches down and points his fickle finger upon him, informing him it is now his responsibility to liberate the people.

If any of the following behaviors sound like you or someone you work with, beware! In Why CEOs Fail, David L. Dotlich and Peter C. Cairo describe the most common characteristics of derailed top executives and how you can avoid them.

Decision-Making Unlocked: Strategies for Making the Right Choices Every day, you face countless decisions—some small, others life-changing. Yet with so many options, opinions, and distractions, making the right choice can feel overwhelming. What if you could cut through the noise and make decisions with clarity, confidence, and purpose? Decision-Making Unlocked is your practical guide to mastering the art and science of better choices. Grounded in psychology, neuroscience, and real-world wisdom, this book reveals how to overcome indecision, avoid common thinking traps, and build a ...

Welcome to FhCon. An event unlike any other, hosted by ancient and secret masters of fandom. They're insanely happy you're here. Nineteen popular, best-selling, and award-winning authors bring you stories of a convention experience only the Old Gods will make you forget.

This collection of essays examines Noam Chomsky's controversial ideas about various foreign and domestic issues and even the legitimacy of the linguistics theories on which his reputation rests. It explores the dark corners of what the New Yorker recently called "one of the greatest minds of the 20th century".

This collection of nine performance pieces by naturalists is inspired by the words of Margaret Mead, who said, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful individuals can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." Together, these individuals provide a diverse story that memorializes the diversity, beauty, and fragility of our planet.

We live in a time when we’re more “connected” than ever—yet countless people feel lonely, isolated, and unseen. Endless scrolling, busy schedules, and digital distractions have quietly replaced real conversations, shared experiences, and the joy of true human connection. The Need to Mingle is both a wake-up call and a hopeful guide. With warmth and insight, it explores why genuine connection matters now more than ever—and how we can bring it back into our lives. Inside, you’ll discover: Why digital “connection” often leaves us feeling more disconnected The hidden costs of ...

In the first millennium BC, the Iron Age arrived in Britain, bringing with it huge technological and social changes. New civilisations arose, the landscape was transformed, and societies developed new cultures and lifestyles. In this comprehensive collection, we take an in-depth look at Iron Age Britain and its inhabitants. The Essay: Unearthing Britannia's Tribes takes us on a 15-part 'road trip' from the western reaches of Cornwall to the wilds of Scotland and Wales. Bookending this series are three episodes from In Our Time, unpacking the context behind this period.

Commanders from six Star Trek crews are faced with the ultimate gamble, as they hurl themselves through a Gateway without any knowledge of what lay beyond. Each faces a personally unique challenge, struggling to find a way back to the ships and homes they left behind. Waiting behind at least one of the Gateways are the ageless Iconians, the primordial architects of the mysterious portals causing chaos throughout the Milky Way galaxy.

Für David Goggins war die Kindheit ein Albtraum - Armut, Vorurteile und körperliche Misshandlung verfolgten ihn bis in seine Träume. Doch durch Selbstdisziplin, mentale Stärke und harte Arbeit verwandelte er sich vom depressiven, übergewichtigen Jugendlichen ohne Perspektive in eine Ikone der U.S. Army und einen der Top-Ausdauersportler der Welt. Er ist der Einzige, der je das Elitetraining sowohl zum Navy SEAL als auch U.S. Army Ranger und Air Force Tactical Air Controller bestand, außerdem stellte er zahlreiche Ausdauerrekorde auf.

Managing your money and finances is a skill everyone should have but many do not. From saving money to credit card debt and interest rates, managing your money is no longer a simple task. There are many things you must be aware of and mony factors to consider when deciding what you should do with your money and your paychecks. Once you know and understand these things money management is easy and can be accomplished by anyone. Financial Fitness will give you all you need to know so that you can take control over your money and finances. From living today to planning for yoour retirement, ...

The Unfinished Leader is a modern handbook for recognizing, facing, and inspiring others to expose the real issues that underlie paradoxes in modern organizations. Leaders must first recognize situations they will never be able to "solve" and understand how to confront the barriers - in their own heads and their organizations - that push them toward seeking ultimate solutions that don't exist. Leading through complexity requires giving up the illusion of control, consistency, and closure, while embracing the reality of being permanently "unfinished".

Esteemed mystery writer Anne Perry, author of more than twenty-five novels and two acclaimed detective series, heads up a delectable cast of writers, the very best from both sides of the Atlantic. In the tradition of honored crime writers Agatha Christie, Malice Domestic, Volume 6 jumps the pond between Britain and America to deliver 100 percent pure suspense in all its spine-tingling glory. The ten mysteries included here are read by Stephanie Beacham, Christopher Cazenove, Reed Diamond, Judy Geeson, Patrick Macnee, and Emmy winners Juliet Mills and William Windom.

Digital Dependence: The Latest Addiction Can’t put your phone down? Checking notifications first thing in the morning and last thing at night? You’re not alone—and it’s no accident. Our devices are engineered to keep us hooked, leaving millions caught in a cycle of endless scrolling, gaming, streaming, and distraction. Digital Dependence: The Latest Addiction exposes the hidden costs of our screen-obsessed lives. Blending science, psychology, and real-world stories, it reveals how digital addiction affects our mental health, productivity, relationships, and even our sense of self—...

In the conclusion to his first adventure, Apropos' difficulties are compounded when a routine mission to escort the King's daughter home after a long absence goes horribly awry. Suddenly Apropos finds himself saddled with trying to survive while dealing with a berserk phoenix, murderous unicorns, mutated harpies, homicidal warrior kings, and - most problematic of all - a princess who may or may not be a psychotic arsonist.

David Timson talks about the relationship between Samuel Johnson and James Boswell - how they met, their unlikely friendship, and extensive conversations - and the composition of Boswell's The Life of Samuel Johnson, one of the greatest biographies in the history of world literature.

Disenlightenment is a term used today for the struggle many of us have with what is expected of government, politics and society at large. Many an argument, dispute or even acts of violence have sprung from this very topic. Views of people are often very polarizing and at times damaging to the lives of others as well. Our govenment itself is extremely polarized on this issue and this has prevented many good things from happening while at the same time allowed some mind numbing events to take place as well. Hopefully this book will give yoou the background on this polarizing issue, what it ...

Vietnam was one of the most important and divisive events in the 1960's. An unpopular conflict as viewed by many help escalate our differences and created both political and societal unrest. Learn about the main figures responsible for the conflict plus those who played vital roles in the war. A must for any history buff who wishes to really understand the Vietnam War.

Why do so many men today feel powerless, dismissed, or stripped of their traditional roles? Why does masculinity often get portrayed as toxic, outdated, or unnecessary? Across workplaces, relationships, and media, there’s a cultural shift that has left many men questioning their place and purpose. Men Without Balls takes a candid look at the growing phenomenon of male emasculation in American culture. With a sharp and unflinching perspective, it explores how social norms, politics, and cultural narratives are reshaping what it means to be a man—and not always for the better. Inside, ...

Today it is difficult to determine exactly where the real truth lies. Red and Blue people rarely portray issues or events in accurate terms. Everything we see and hear is often biased. But why? This book helps explain the differences between our two parties by how they view certain issues and events. Get both viewpoints and make up your own mind. We have tried to be fair, balanced and netther pro or con anything. We want you to read with an open mind and decice for yourself which is the truth and which is manufactored reality. This book is for everyone, expecially journalist and politicians...