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When it comes to civil service, William James has been there, done that. Starting at the lowest rung in federal service, he achieved the rare feat of climbing to the highest levels of leadership, shaping decisions that impacted millions. The Accidental Executive chronicles William’s remarkable career from a GS-1 clerk handling routine paperwork to the federal Senior Executive Service, balancing mission and bureaucracy while navigating the revolution of global technological change.

Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy grapples with these questions and more. Authored by a serving military professional, it breaks down the most advanced concepts of Stoicism into plain language without oversimplifying. Exhaustively researched, steeped in original sources, and informed by examples from the cutting edge of modern conflict, it builds upon ancient thinking to develop innovative theories of patriotic duty and ethical warfighting.

William Zinsser’s Writing to Learn shows students how to write clearly about any subject—from mathematics, physics and chemistry to art and music—and how to use writing as a means of learning. In his warm and engaging style, Zinsser dispels students’ fear of writing, and he shows them that the process of writing can help them understand a subject that they always thought they had no aptitude for. Taking students into many surprising corners of knowledge, Zinsser provides proof that every field has an accessible literature.

Tobias Munro and Bishop Grant are both my best friends, and the men I’m in love with. Now that my feelings are out in the open, I’m not going back. I want them both, and I refuse to choose. Bishop is willing to do whatever it takes to make me happy, but can Toby do the same? After years of getting the cold shoulder from my step brother, I now know why. I’m willing to fight for him, to be at his side, and to be what he needs. But I need more from him. We can’t change the past, but I won’t continue this way without some changes.

This isn’t where you expected to end up when you said your vows, and now that you’re here, that moment that once felt so beautiful probably seems like a lifetime ago. You’re crashing through all the emotions and it might be difficult to imagine that there’s light at the end of the tunnel. You’re facing a ton of legal and financial issues while trying to come to terms with the end of your relationship. You’re feeling grief, hurt, and sadness, and you may find it hard to envisage what life alone looks like.

On the historic campus of the fictional Parthenon University lies Potential Street, a non-descript alley lined by the University's twelve clubs. Each club bears a sign of the Zodiac. The most notorious of the clubs is Pithon which has housed the ancient Greek deities in order to seize absolute political power in North America. All it needs to complete its devious plan is to have one qualifying student from each of the twelve Zodiac Signs participate on their birthdays in Virtues Constellation, a mega-spell that will consolidate all the power of the other clubs under Pithon.

Have you ever woken up, rolled over, and thought to yourself, "I'm pretty sure I'm working for a supervillain?" If you haven't, then maybe you're not the type of person to work for a global corporation. Edmund, however, is exactly that kind of person. He had worked for Legion and for his mentor and savior, Felix Campbell. Now, though, Edmund is working for himself—and for the universe as a whole. He's leaving everything he knew, everyone he knows, to set out into the literal unknown.

Em uma viagem pela alta sociedade europeia, o jovem e inocente Aubrey conhece Lord Ruthven — um nobre enigmático, sedutor e dotado de um magnetismo sombrio. À medida que eventos inexplicáveis e mortes macabras se acumulam, Aubrey começa a suspeitar que Ruthven guarda um segredo terrível — algo muito além da compreensão humana. Porém, ao tentar desvendar a verdade, ele se vê preso em uma teia de horror e tragédia da qual talvez não consiga escapar.

There has been no entry into the French aristocracy for the formerly enslaved and their descendants. No pathway has been offered to a life of dignity, despite their labor helping to build the very foundation of France.

Glory Brown is finally set to start her training as a junior spherinaut at the Parliamentarium. Will she turn out to be an owl, a bee, a fox, or a magpie, like her mama? She's been waiting a lifetime for this adventure . . . and yet all she wants to do is make her family proud and try not to be homesick for the Seam and all its charm. As Glory struggles to find her place as the new kid—one with a lot of questions and a soft spot for monsters—she's also coping with the after-effects of Paxton's treachery, like the curse that still plagues her.

There are places where the world frays—where memory thins like worn cloth and something older than story begins to bleed through. Cutter’s Point is one of those places. A town that thrives on forgetting. A town that buried its sins not in soil, but in silence. But silence is not the same as safety. Beneath the cliffs and pines, under tides that move with purpose, lies a beach that should not exist. It is not marked on any map. It does not appear in any satellite image. It returns only when it is remembered. And now, it has returned.

Admiral McRaven's name has become synonymous with indelible advice for changing your life through hard work and strong character. Now, for the first time, comes an inspiring collection of speeches and poems from throughout his storied career, including tributes to law enforcement officers, doctors, soldiers, the Boy Scouts, Gold Star families, graduating students, the game of football, government officials, Navy SEALs, and "Irishmen."

So You Think You Are Ready to Be Married? is a podcast conversation, in the form of an 8 chapter audiobook, between Agnes Amisano and Ryan O'Neil Williams. It delves into the following themes: The basics, household, the past, our faith, finances, family, intimacy, trust and forgiveness. Reflect and empower yourself with this candid conversations that touch the heart and stimulate the mind.

My stroke occurred on December 10, 2021. During the hours that my mind was deteriorating, my life was sent down an inevitable pathway that would include emergency medical intervention, brain surgery, and months of therapy addressing physical and emotional health as well as speech and cognitive skills. What was not inevitable in all of this was the unique inner duality that emerged. Buddy (right brain) embraced the realm of peace and tranquility. Sir! (left brain) controlled the management of the brain: order, details, time, and knowing the feeling of being in charge.

In the shadows of a sleepy town, a shy classmate's invitation leads four friends into the depths of the woods, igniting a summer of cosmic terror and twisted romance. As ancient malevolence stirs, will they embrace the entity reshaping their reality, or defy the encroaching madness at the risk of losing it all? Step into a world where love and horror collide, where destinies are forged in darkness, and where the line between salvation and damnation blurs.

Performative Outrage delivers a piercing examination of how manufactured fury is eroding the foundations of democracy. Drawing from experience in public administration and backed by profound insights, Brooks Williams reveals how local government, the most direct and impactful form of governance—is being paralyzed by social media theatrics, fear-driven decision-making, and the relentless churn of outrage cycles. With searing clarity, he deconstructs the anatomy of performative anger, exposes its enablers, and traces its devastating consequences for trust, leadership, and community cohesion.

Beim Rinderhüten trifft Lucky Luke seinen Freund, den Pechvogel Jack Loser. Er bittet Luke, die Neuankömmlinge in St. Louis abzuholen und sie nach Chelm City in Montana zu bringen. Dabei wird er mit den Sitten und Gebräuchen der gläubigen Juden konfrontiert, die zum Beispiel sein Abendessen – frischer Hasenbraten – verschmähen, weil es nicht koscher ist.

In Lady Catherine’s Garden is an audiobook for children and adults who love nature, set on the coast of Maine. Centered around a charming seaside cottage, it invites listeners into the expansive flower gardens that bloom across the seasons—from the first spring crocus to the quiet hush of winter snow.

Vet Dream is a play based on true events brought to life in a play format. The identities of all real characters have been changed. The author has tried to keep the text as close to the original conversation at the time, but any opinions expressed in the play are not those of the author.

In an era where financial strategies are evolving rapidly, "THE PERFECT PLAN PREFERRED EQUITY" emerges as a vital resource for investors, financial professionals, and policymakers. This book delves into the nuanced world of preferred equity, a crucial yet often misunderstood component of modern capital structures. As markets grapple with unprecedented volatility and changing investment landscapes, understanding preferred equity's role becomes essential for maximizing returns and mitigating risks.