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OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK • FINALIST FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • FINALIST FOR THE ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE • Megha Majumdar’s electrifying new novel, following her acclaimed New York Times bestseller A Burning, is set in a near-future Kolkata, India in...

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!

Tap into the future of wealth creation with the power of ChatGPT and AI-driven automation, and unlock new ways to elevate your financial success beyond imagination…

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.

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.

Are you ready to push your prepping skills to the next level? Advanced Preparedness delivers a series of hands-on challenges designed to test even the most seasoned preppers. This book isn’t just about maintaining readiness—it’s about uncovering weaknesses in your plans, honing advanced survival techniques, and preparing for the unforeseen. This comprehensive resource blends actionable challenges with expert level preparedness strategies to grow your survival skillset and identify vulnerabilities in your preps.

The Quality Circle is a never-ending journey for an organization to improve the goods and services provided to customers. This mini book should be listened to by all managers and revisited every few months to keep the importance of continuous improvement top of mind. In today's highly competitive global market, continuously improving the goods and services provided to customers is not optional; it is essential. Lead your organization on its journey to continuous improvement. You can make it happen.

While numerous books address Israel-Palestine conflict, Gaza in Crisis brings together two renowned thinkers—American activist Noam Chomsky and Israeli historian Ilan Pappé—to examine why this conflict has lasted so long, who can stop it, and how. Israel's Operation Cast Lead, a 2008 military assault on the Gaza Strip, thrust the region to the center of the discussion. With expert knowledge and deep insight, Chomsky and Pappé survey the fallout from Israel's conduct in Gaza and place it in historical context.

Captain William Kidd stands as one of the most notorious "pirate" outlaws ever, but his legend is tainted by a bed of lies. Having captivated imaginations for more than three hundred years and inspired many stories about pirates, troubling questions remain. Was he really a criminal or is the truth more inconvenient: that he was a buccaneer's worst nightmare, a revered pirate hunter turned fall guy for scheming politicians?