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Like much of North Korea, Songmi Han lived in desperate poverty. As a child, she and her family endured extreme hardship, with many meals consisting of little more than grass. Domestic abuse, grueling physical labor, emotional abuse, and hunger were constant in her life. School was out of the question, and she and her mother stole food to survive. Greenlight to Freedom: A North Korean Daughter’s Search for Her Mother and Herself, written by Songmi Han and Casey Lartigue Jr., recounts Songmi’s childhood and escape from North Korea in a perilous and gripping narrative.

Raymond Charles Brickman III and Kathy Ann Erickson—two individuals who will never meet in space—by chance collide in time. Both think they've been wronged and plan retribution. To avenge long-held grievances originating from America's Civil War, Brickman intends to extract concessions by threatening to destroy critical American satellites. Erickson seeks no such concession. Her family was killed during the Soviet war with Afghanistan; her objective is the total annihilation of her homeland, the Russian Federation.

“As a creature of American fiction, the successful business executive is often not a pleasant person. Sacrificing friends, family, love, and principles in his lust for success, he is depicted as outwardly brutal, inwardly empty, having killed off even his capacity for joy. Rich, powerful, alone at the top."

For 50 years, John B. Cobb, Jr. has been teaching listeners that theology is not confined to biblical and doctrinal exegesis but rightly includes economics, politics, education, and science. His prophetic warnings about climate change date back to the early 1970s; his critiques of higher education and American foreign policy are incisive. But for all the pertinence of his views, Cobb has refrained from giving them full expression until now. In the preface to this book, which he aptly names his confession, Cobb writes:

NATIONAL BESTSELLER Teacher By Teacher traces the remarkable journey of the tenth U.S. Secretary of Education and is a deeply personal love letter to all the teachers in our lives. The story of John B. King Jr.’s inspiring path to President Obama’s Cabinet begins the day that his mother died...

Young Adam, who has been raised in Harlem by his white father, George, and Black mother, Thelma, goes back to his parents' home state of Alabama to participate in the voting rights campaign, only to be brutalized in the Bloody Sunday melee. He is still recovering from this when he is struck a heavy emotional blow, learning for the first time—and in the cruelest way imaginable—of a family secret that sends him spiraling and plunging further into danger. To save him, and any hope for their relationship, Thelma is drawn back, for the first time in twenty years, to the South.

After surviving the horrors of the Black Death, weary traveler Stefan seeks solace in a remote village in Central Europe. Renting a cabin on the outskirts of the village, he hopes to find peace in the quiet solitude of the countryside. But when he discovers a dense forest known as the Whispering Woods, Stefan's newfound tranquility is shattered by strange rustling noises that haunt his every step.

A guide to the art of journaling—and a meditation on the central questions of life—by the bestselling author of Between Two Kingdoms, with contributions from Hanif Abdurraqib, Jon Batiste, Salman Rushdie, Gloria Steinem, George Saunders, and many more “The Book of Alchemy proves on every...

Haunted by her father’s murder, Devon Mendez buries herself in her work, researching children who report memories from past lives. James Masten, a professor at the same medical school, is hiding a secret regarding human experiments that would never pass the ethics board. When Devon has a breakthrough with a subject named Callie, Masten gets involved. Problem is, Masten finds the child’s memories much too familiar. Is death the end, or simply a new beginning? Callie knows the answer, but she may not live long enough to tell.

Join young Jake on an unforgettable adventure in Jake and the Ice Dragon, a captivating tale filled with magic, bravery, and the beauty of friendship! Set against the backdrop of a mystical winter wonderland, Jake discovers an ancient power that lies within the Frozen Amulet, a magical artifact that can summon the forces of winter.

Isla Adams is on the cusp of her clothing company making it big, but when she runs into a cute guy in need of her help, she can't say no to him. The problem? He's on the run from the FBI and could jeopardize everything she's building. Jake Moody is undeniably dangerous, and yet her gut tells her to trust him.

After taking the quill and notebook from Adilyne, Tallon knew everyone would label him as the villain. They were mistaken. He just wanted to protect her from the magic and chaos that surrounds the quill before she went too far down the rabbit hole and got hurt. As a young child, Tallon had a normal life. It wasn’t until he reached the age of eighteen when things took a turn. He found he had been cursed to live out his nights as a dragon. Tallon goes in search of finding the cure to reverse what had been done to him eighteen years ago.

The Union is on the verge of total collapse. Apophis, the Serpent God King of the Aternien Empire, stands ready to complete his mission and consume the remaining Union worlds, starting with Terra Prime - Earth. With no other option, the president declares his intention to surrender. But Apophis craves only destruction and revenge. Yet, deep beneath the desert sands of Egypt, hope sparks. The last Master Officers, led by Carter Rose and Carina Larsen, haven't given up.

When Finn Brasa is thrust into a deadly gladiatorial battle against high-tech assassins and intelligent robots, it's all for the entertainment of the masses. No one expected him to survive - least of all, Finn himself. His reward? Status and riches. But what Finn truly hungers for is revolution. The common people are desperate for a leader to rise up and challenge the ruthless empire that has subjugated humanity for centuries.

Teen on the Scene: Essential Life Skills for Teen Boys is a comprehensive and engaging guide designed to equip young men with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive as they transition from adolescence to adulthood. This book is packed with practical advice, relatable stories, and actionable strategies, making it an invaluable resource for teens navigating the complexities of modern life.

Everybody's got darkness hidden within... Occasionally it just wants to come out and play. So, what happens when that thin line between love and hate blurs into a vengeful OBSESSION? Is the Keeper still watching? Because the darkness is here... This fast-paced, dark thriller focuses on the unhinged things we can resort to when the love we so desperately covet is somehow taken away.

What prayer may not do, praise will achieve quite seamlessly. As we embark on a journey of spiritual discovery, we explore the profound impact of praise and worship. Power of Praise and Worship unveils the transformative potential inherent in the heartfelt expression of devotion to our Creator, delving deeply into the spiritual resonance of authentic worship where hearts are ignited, the body of Christ is unified and God’s presence is magnified.

Play improves the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children and young people. Play is also beneficial for overall fitness, problem-solving, competitiveness, and it encourages an environment of inclusion.

“A guide for those who dare to challenge the status quo and create spaces of equity and opportunity.” —Serena Williams Leadership insights from one of history’s most influential voices. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated more than 55 years ago, yet his words continue to inspire...

Do you find yourself longing for a word or touch from God? For a moment of clarity in His presence? Do you wonder why the stories of divine encounters you read in the Bible don't happen in today’s world? In the age of information and man-made wonders, we’ve replaced a vibrant relationship with God with a stale religion about God. We’ve disconnected from His Presence—and our lives show it.