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Andrew Sean Greer can’t wait to get home to San Francisco after a writer’s residency in Kansas. But when his mother, Sandra, decides to come along for the ride, he has a new goal: get her to crack a smile at every stop, whether breathtaking or breathtakingly kitschy. He’s always known his mother to be as efficient and serious as a chemist (which she happens to be), always in gray, eyebrow cocked, and handling challenges with grace. To mix things up, Andrew develops an elaborate itinerary of planned chaos.

The Mystery of the Blue Train is a detective novel written by Agatha Christie, first published in 1928. It features Christie's famous Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, who investigates a murder that occurs aboard the luxurious Blue Train traveling from Calais to Nice. The story revolves around the murder of Ruth Kettering, a wealthy American heiress, whose valuable ruby necklace is also stolen. As Poirot delves into the case, he encounters a cast of characters with motives ranging from financial gain to personal vendettas. Suspects include Ruth's estranged husband, her lover, and other passengers aboard the train.

Este es un relato introspectivo y conmovedor que profundiza en las complicadas relaciones entre las posesiones materiales y su influencia en las vidas y relaciones humanas. A través de una narrativa delicada y reflexiva, explora cómo los objetos que acumulamos pueden llegar a definirnos y, a veces, a dominarnos. En este cuento, los personajes se encuentran atrapados en una lucha interna entre el deseo de simplicidad y la carga de sus "cosas", lo que les lleva a cuestionar lo que verdaderamente valoran en la vida.

He's my first love. My high school sweetheart. And he's leaving tomorrow for a bigger and better life. I've loved Ben almost my entire life, and we have one night left before he heads miles away to college on a football scholarship. I'm bound and determined to make sure this day goes perfectly so he remembers me as the girl he loves. But I cant help worrying that Ill end up as the girl he loved.

Dive into the enchanting world beneath the waves with "The Mermaids Journey to the Forbidden Shore," a captivating bedtime storybook for children filled with adventure, friendship, and the wonders of the ocean. Follow the young human adventurer, Emily, and her faithful dolphin companion, Finley, as they embark on a daring quest to uncover the secrets of the forbidden shore.

Debt is a growing problem in American households. Many people want to get out of debt but are overwhelmed by the amount of information available. From 300 page books to countless hours of reading has caused people to shy away from getting started on debt elimination. However, in 5 Steps to Becoming Debt Free, there are concise, practical, and proven steps to becoming debt-free. This book is jammed packed with the information needed to become debt-free without over saturating the listener with unnecessary information.

¿ESTÁS LISTO PARA DAR EL SIGUIENTE PASO? Para ser un gran superintendente necesitas entrenar. Sin esto, puedes ponerte a la defensiva, aprender a aceptar el desperdicio y los estándares bajos, o incluso defender conceptos falsos que llevarán al fracaso. Por el contrario, con una formación fundamental adecuada, con el aprendizaje de los mejores constructores de la historia y con conceptos modernos de Lean, podemos guiar superintendentes para tener el mejor rol capacitado en construcción. Actualmente en nuestra industria, los gestores e ingenieros de proyecto están mejor entrenados, ...

"My Life in Advertising" by Claude C. Hopkins offers a riveting glimpse into the early 20th-century advertising world through the lens of one of its most innovative practitioners. This autobiographical work not only chronicles Hopkins' rise from humble beginnings to become a leading figure in the advertising industry, but also imparts the wisdom and strategies he developed along the way.

Este libro ha sido creado especialmente pensando en ti, dirigido a mujeres que, al igual que tú, están en una búsqueda de sabiduría y desean aplicarla para encontrar esa anhelada paz interior en el torbellino de la vida moderna. Es una guía que, aunque escrita para nosotras, también puede ser de gran aprendizaje para los hombres que decidan sumergirse en sus páginas.

To save the world, one must play video games. Sounds ridiculous, right? But in reality, many people are looking to video games to tackle many of the world's problems. Take a closer look at the ways in which video games can help save the world.

Sloan is the son of Ares, who is the god of battle and war. Sloan was raised and trained in Ares's realm, but was exiled when he came of age. His demigod status did not allow him to live amongst the gods - he has to earn his way back. He has dedicated his life to fighting to win his father’s favor, but is yet to earn it. When he finds his missing piece - his mate Lyric - Sloan hopes it is a sign that he is worthy of the life he has always dreamed of.

Dustin Graves was a jack of all trades, a directionless dreamer until the day he found his purpose: as a ritual sacrifice. Transformed in death, Dust awakens to the eldritch mysteries behind the grit and glamor of the city of Valero – and to the wellspring of dark magic that lives inside his very bones.

Created by the PrimeLife Wellness team and complemented by physiotherapist Mathieu Sonier, our book is the perfect solution for those seeking to enhance strength, flexibility, and overall well-being without leaving your chair or going to a gym.

Freddie Evans is flamboyant, funny, and a lifelong fan of Jane Austen’s love stories which is how he ended up as a guide on a tour bus. He firmly believes in happily ever afters and would love to find his own with his best friend, Darcy. Driving a Jane Austen tour bus isn’t the most exciting side job in the world, but to Darcy Griffiths, it represents precious time with his best friend Freddie, who’s the guide. He’s loved him since they were teenagers but has never had the nerve to tell him.

New York Times best-selling author Firoozeh Dumas is used to making people laugh, but in 2022, she found herself drowning in tears of sadness. After her 2022 Los Angeles Times article "What I needed was a rest break on the Island of Grieving and Useless Folks" went viral, she was inspired to write Sob, a one-hour audio story about grief, healing, and miracles that will leave you spellbound. In this unflinching story, Firoozeh Dumas, author of the international best seller Funny in Farsi, takes you into the worst year of her life, which she describes as “a bouillon cube of grief”.

I had everything under control until I met Theo. My life was simple, straightforward, and clean. I thrived in my career, improved daily at being a single parent, and disguised any not-so-ideal parts of my life pretty well. Like the fact I carried more than a few insecurities my ex-husband left me with. The biggest being the simple notion that I was one of many options, and my idea of love was ridiculous.

Dave and his friends continue their quest to reach the End.

"Spanish Made Simple for Adult Beginners" is theZultimate guide for those embarking on their journey to learn Spanish from scratch. Whether you're an absolute beginner or have dabbled in the language before, this comprehensive resource provides everything you need to build a strong foundation in Español.

The difference between you—an entrepreneur—and the average financial advisory client is massive. You don't color within the lines. You don't like being told what you can and can't do. Most of the rules of thumb don't mean much to you because you'd rather create your own path than follow the traditional path that everyone is on. You prefer to think about what's possible rather than what limits and restrictions are in place. The word retirement probably makes you cringe.

In "The Micro Team Model", Jessica shares her blueprint for building a micro team that allows you to work less while increasing your numbers year after year. Unlike traditional team models that require hiring and recruiting a bunch of agents, Jessica's approach requires just a few strategic hires and processes to achieve success.