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Are You Tired of Feeling Like Everyone Else Got the Rulebook But You? The neurotypical social world can feel chaotic, unpredictable, and exhausting. If you have High-Functioning Autism and constantly feel confused, depleted, or isolated by social interactions, you are not broken—you are simply speaking a different language. Stop trying to "fix" yourself and start learning the system. This is the practical, analytical field manual you’ve been waiting for. It reframes social skills not as an intuitive talent you're missing, but as a set of rules, patterns, and flowcharts designed ...

Her father was her biggest supporter and greatest champion. He taught her that she was capable of anything and encouraged her to treat every day like a great adventure. He taught her about mental toughness, "mind over matter" and pushing through adversity. But what happens when she comes face to face with the fact that much of her father's advice was "do as I say, not as I do"? What happens when "mind over matter" stops working and she's forced to actually feel her emotions?

The Social Code Has Been Cracked. Finally, the Manual You Were Never Given. Stop guessing the "unwritten rules" of connection. Start using the scripts that actually work. Do you ever feel like everyone around you was born with "social software" that you missed? Do you find yourself overthinking every text, missing "obvious" romantic signals, or exhausting yourself by trying to "act normal" during a first date? You aren’t bad at people; you’re just navigating a world built on intuitive, invisible software without the user manual. In Navigating Friendships & Dates, you get the explicit ...

Tired of the "Intimacy Gap"? It's Not You—It's Your Wiring. Are you and your partner speaking two different languages when it comes to intimacy? For neurodiverse couples, the path to a deep, connected relationship is often blocked by invisible barriers: sensory overwhelm, emotional shutdowns, and frustrating miscommunications that can feel impossible to overcome. This isn't a book to "fix" your partner or your relationship. It’s a revolutionary handbook for translation and celebration, designed to bridge the sensory and emotional gap and transform your frustration into profound ...

This engaging history pulls listeners back to a chaotic time along the lower Rio Grande in the mid-19th century. Texas Devils challenges the time-honored image of "good guys in white hats" to reveal the more complicated and sobering reality behind the Ranger Myth. Michael L. Collins demonstrates that, rather than bringing peace to the region, the Texas Rangers contributed to the violence and were often brutal in their injustices against Spanish-speaking inhabitants.

It's Christmastime, and the ladies of Witch Hazel Lane are going all out. Caroling, bonfires, Christmas parties, not to mention the decorating! But in the midst of all the fun, Birdie Devaine is given a gift she can't seem to get rid of - the presence of her old flame, Lucifer. Yes, that Lucifer. He's come to do some bargain shopping himself...for souls. And when the town's fake Santa is found keeled over only days away from Christmas, the whole town is left in a wintry shock.

Reveals the profound influence of the Denisovans and their hybrid descendants upon the flowering of human civilization around the world Traces the migrations of the sophisticated Denisovans and their interbreeding with Neanderthals and early human populations more than 40,000 years ago ...

Star Clearwater has everything she's always wanted. Her business is soaring, her relationship with her mother is on the mend, and she and her cute, bookish boyfriend Everett are gearing up to attend the big Summer Solstice celebration that promises to be a party like no other.

It's Christmas time once again in Holiday Haven, and Star Clearwater has a choice to make. Her generous fiancé, Everett, won't push her to make it, but she knows it's only a matter of time. In the middle of dealing with her own relationship woes, Star realizes that her mother's new boyfriend may not be what he appears.

Top toy designer Star Clearwater is convinced that Christmas is cursed. What's supposed to be her hard-earned vacation turns into chaos when her mother lures her to the North Pole only for all spell to break loose at her arrival. A heinous hex threatens the entire toy production inside Santa's Toy Workshop, putting millions of children's wishes in jeopardy. If her mother - who reports directly to Mrs. Claus - can't get things under control, Christmas won't be the only thing getting canned.

An escape - that's exactly what Birdie Devaine needs when witches around the world publicly announce their existence. Instead of performing for the sold-out crowd at her world-famous magic show in Vegas, Birdie runs away from the dazzling lights to her hometown in Mississippi. She thinks she has it all planned out - keeping busy with renovating an old beautiful house and eventually fading away from the spotlight. But the house has its secrets, including the haunted cemetery that Birdie is now responsible for. It doesn't help when her nosy neighbor catches on to Birdie's big secret....

Explores how our ancestors used shamanic rituals at sacred sites to create portals for communication with nonhuman intelligences Shares supporting evidence from the spiritual and shamanic beliefs of more than 100 Native American tribes Shows how the earliest forms of shamanism began...

Imagine Bedtime Without the Dread. The 3 a.m. scroll is a lonely place. You’re desperate for sleep, but every fiber of your being recoils at the thought of leaving your baby to cry in the dark. You’ve been told it’s the only way, but your instinct says otherwise. Your instinct is right. And finally, there is a better way. In The Sleep Solution, you won't find cold "sleep training" tactics or rigid schedules that ignore your baby's needs. Instead, you'll discover a science-backed, connection-first approach that proves you can have restful nights and a secure attachment. This isn’t ...

This is a collection of 18 essays on a variety of occult-themed topics, covering the full spectrum of classic esoteric and related subjects, which include Hermeticism, alchemy, magic, the Kabbalah, ancient wisdom and philosophy, Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and spiritualism, by some of the most notable and prominent names in the history of those subjects.

You care about your health and the planet, but between “all-natural” hype and “zero-waste” pressure, doing the right thing feels expensive, exhausting, and impossible. What if you could make a profound difference without upending your life? The Sustainable Home Handbook is your practical, non-judgmental guide to creating a healthier, low-waste home—one simple swap at a time. Forget rigid rules. This is about progress, not perfection. Inside, you’ll discover a clear, room-by-room blueprint to: Slash Plastic & Toxins: Decode recycling myths, unmask hidden chemicals, and choose ...

Is Your Local Business Invisible to the Next Generation of Customers? You think TikTok is just for teenagers doing dances. The truth? It is the new local search engine. When customers look for "best cafe near me" or "auto repair downtown," they are scrolling through authentic, local videos—and if you’re not there, your competitors are winning. This is not a book about becoming a national influencer; it's the 30-Day Launch Plan that turns your phone into a powerful, local discovery tool, guaranteed to drive real, paying customers from the screen straight to your storefront. The Urban ...

The Workplace Wasn’t Built for Your Brain. Here’s the Manual to Master It Anyway. Stop trying to "fit in" and start winning on your own terms. The modern office is a neurological minefield. Between the hum of fluorescent lights, the exhausting maze of small talk, and the vague, unwritten rules of "office politics," it’s no wonder so many brilliant autistic professionals feel drained, undervalued, and stuck. You aren't broken, and you aren't "bad at your job." You are simply navigating a terrain designed for a different operating system. In The Autistic Professional’s Guide to ...

Max Allan Collins became Spillane's friend and collaborator, continuing the Mike Hammer series for years after the author's death, building upon unfinished manuscripts the writer left behind. Now, with coauthor James Traylor, Collins has produced the first comprehensive and authoritative profile of the Mystery Writers of America Grand Master. It is a must-listen for any fan of the author—or of the generations of crime writers that were influenced by his work.

Stop Trying to "Just Breathe." Your Nervous System Needs a Different Map. Traditional mindfulness was designed for neurotypical brains. This guide was designed for you. If you are an autistic adult, you know the cycle all too well: the creeping tension of sensory buildup, the frantic blur of a meltdown, or the heavy, suffocating "stone-man" feeling of a total shutdown. You’ve likely been told to "meditate" or "calm down," only to find that focusing on your breath makes you more anxious, not less. You aren't failing at mindfulness. You’re simply using a tool that wasn't built for your ...

The Greatest Gift You Can Give is the Gift of Two Worlds. Imagine your child confidently switching between languages with their grandparents, unlocking double the culture, friends, and future opportunities. This is not a dream reserved for fluent parents; it is an achievable, step-by-step reality for your family. You've been told it's too confusing, too difficult, or too late. Bust the biggest myth right now: You do NOT need to be perfectly fluent in both languages to successfully raise a bilingual child. You only need a simple, consistent plan. This is the practical, stage-by-stage guide ...