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This collection of short stories follows a woman at different points in her life, from the loneliness of childhood, the ardour and confusion of young adulthood, and the mortality we must all eventually face up to. Moral Disorder is Margaret Atwood at her very finest.

Dr. Jordin Davidson, a young freshly graduated doctorate of astronomy and meteorology, has just landed his dream job at a prestigious company, Planet Mercury Logistics. It doesn't take long for him to realize that his coworkers and boss are an eclectic group that acts more like a dysfunctional family than a professional team. However, Jordin is no stranger to adversity and is determined to prove himself and please his employers. Opportunity knocks while Jordin and his team are on a business trip. An anomalous storm forms over northeastern Europe that defies all known weather patterns.

Moving to the Wild West wasn't exactly part of Esra Taner's life plan. . . But when she drops out of medical school and her brother suggests she join him at Bravetown, the Wild West theme park he works at, she can't find a good enough reason to say no. Esra happens to fit the costumes for Bravetown's resident damsel in distress, which means she's about to spend the summer being dramatically abducted by Ace Ryder, the lawless cowboy.

Ellie Carter arrives in the quaint town of Maplewood hoping to leave her city life behind and find the sense of home she’s always craved. She never expects that a mysterious black dog named Bear will show up on her porch the moment she pulls in —or that a quietly guarded carpenter, Noah Reed, will become as much a fixture in her new world as the flower-lined sidewalks.

During an interrogation in Afghanistan, when asked how long the jihadists intended to fight, a Taliban commander uttered the words, "If it takes a thousand years." This chilling statement illustrates both how terrorists of this level operate and the generational approach they take when it comes to bringing destruction to the world.

This is what Brad gets for finally "sinking his teeth into a book," like his nerdy brother is always hounding him to. He definitely wasn't expecting the book to sink its teeth into him. With the newfound knowledge that he can get pregnant as an omega, Brad's urgency to get back to his world of touchdowns and keg stands is intensifying by the minute. Unfortunately, so is his attraction to Raul, the possessive alpha shifter who broods mysteriously and smells like sandalwood and something uniquely masculine.

Tranquil life in a Tuscan villa and vineyard ends abruptly as a malevolent plot unfolds, targeting regional vintners. Caught in the crossfire are diverse international guests, each seeking solitude for personal reasons. Erik Swanson, a crime reporter, hopes to leave his emotional demons behind in America and find a muse to inspire a book. Iliana, a beautiful cellist, seeks respite from both her hectic orchestra schedule and an abusive relationship. Maria, the owner of the villa and vineyard, is mourning the unexpected death of her husband while striving to maintain a robust enterprise.

Imagine That! tells a fun and exciting story of well-written events. The five-year-old character Rena and her ten-year-old sister, Adriana, are based on memories of the author's true childhood events reenacting how she used her imagination to create fun adventures and how her imaginary adventures affected her mother and sister. This story is created to bring fun and laughter to all children, inspiring them about just how fun using their imaginations can be. Imagine That! is friendly and enjoyable to all age groups. So sit back and get ready to go on an adventure with Rena and imagine that!

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Create cherished bedtime moments with Uncle Jeff’s Once Upon a Time, a heartwarming collection of short tales by author Jeff Elder. Designed to captivate young imaginations, this enchanting book brings together delightful adventures, gentle life lessons, and the magic of storytelling to foster a deep bond between parent and child. Each tale in this soon-to-be classic weaves valuable lessons about kindness, good manners, and empathy into fun, engaging narratives that children will love.

Marian is determinedly ordinary, waiting to get married. She likes her work, her broody flatmate and her sober fiancé Peter. All goes well at first, but Marian has reckoned without an inner self that wants something more, that calmly sabotages her careful plans, her stable routine—and her digestion. Marriage à la mode, Marian discovers, is something she literally can't stomach . . .

What is a keystone species, and why does it matter? Some animals do more than just survive—they hold entire ecosystems together! From wolves shaping forests to beavers building wetlands and bees pollinating the plants that feed us, these incredible creatures help keep nature in balance. But what happens when they disappear? Why are some species more important than others? How do wolves change rivers? What would happen if bees vanished? Can humans become a keystone species too? The Big Questions: What Is a Keystone Species?

Real Estate Funds Made Simple demystifies the structures, strategies, and advantages of collective investing in the real estate market. From equity-based funds to debt funds, you’ll learn how pooling resources can enhance your returns and reduce risks.

In the twilight of the Roman Empire, treachery lurks as close as the city’s marble halls, and danger waits at the gates. A disillusioned centurion clings to his sense of duty, a resourceful noblewoman risks everything to protect her family’s legacy, and a fierce gladiator fights for freedom in the blood-soaked arena. Their fates collide when whispers of an ancient relic—rumored to hold the key to Rome’s salvation—ignite a desperate race against time.

Brad finally gets what he wants. He's back in his world, where he's top dog and the only alpha males around are the frat bros who worship him as a legendary party animal. So why is getting back to Raul and the rest of the characters in the cheesy romance novel he was so eager to escape all he can think about? Brad has no choice but to set out on a quest with his twin brother, Devon, to find Luna Daycrest, the author of The Wolf's Mate—and the one person who might be able to help him get back to the man he loves.

In the dark days after Pearl Harbor, a small, untested arm of the United States Navy was all that stood between the shattered American fleet and the ascendent Japanese Empire. Far off in Western Australia, US submarine officer Benjamin Holt finds himself on the frontlines of World War II with nothing but a decades-old sub and a rusty crew. The green 25-year-old is ordered to stop Imperial Japan’s bloody expansion across the Pacific any way he can.

Sixteen-year-old Max, the son of a blacksmith, has always dreamed of heroism. Armed with little more than determination, he descends into a procedurally-generated dungeon of traps, monsters, and ancient magic. Along the way, he discovers two relics of immense power: a medallion tied to the Keepers who sealed the dungeon’s darkest secrets, and Whisperfang, a cursed dagger with a mind of its own. As Max ventures deeper, the dungeon’s secrets begin to unravel. A fractured Nexus Orb guards the path to a long-forgotten gate, said to imprison a power capable of reshaping the world.

Embracing ESG—environmental, social, and governance goals—isn't just the right thing to do. It's good business. Companies that don't address their material long-term risks may save a few dollars today, but they're putting themselves, their stakeholders, and their investors in jeopardy. ESG: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review will help you move past the noise and political debates to execute an ESG strategy that best fits your business.

I've lived a very quiet life, keeping my deepest secrets close to my chest. I let no one in, not even my closest friends. When I'm invited to participate in the All-Star Games, I'm suddenly forced to share a hotel room—and a single bed—with a stranger. My carefully guarded world starts to come undone when he kisses me, and I can't get enough.

Moving to the Wild West isn’t exactly part of Esra Taner’s life plan . . . But when she drops out of medical school and her brother suggests she join him at Bravetown, the Wild West theme park where he’s working for the summer, she can’t find a good enough reason to say no. When she arrives, Esra happens to be the perfect fit for the costumes of Bravetown’s resident damsel in distress, which means she’s about to spend the summer being dramatically abducted by Ace Ryder, the park’s lawless cowboy.