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Oxford, 1836. The city of dreaming spires. It is the centre of all knowledge and progress in the world. And at its centre is Babel, the Royal Institute of Translation. The tower from which all the power of the Empire flows. Orphaned in Canton and brought to England by a mysterious guardian, Babel seemed like paradise to Robin Swift. Until it became a prison. But can a student stand against an empire?

The Work Happiness Method teaches the 8 essential skills—including Resilience, Clarity, Purpose, and Boundaries—necessary to feel happier and more fulfilled no matter where you work or who you're working with. Guiding listeners step by step with evidence-based techniques, it shares the latest research on the science of happiness, leadership development, neuroscience and behavioral economics to help explain how your mind works and how to finally wake up excited for the day ahead.

The year is 2050. Ava and her girlfriend live in what's left of Brooklyn, and though they love each other, it's hard to find happiness while the effects of climate change rapidly eclipse their world. Soon, it won't be safe outside at all. The only people guaranteed survival are the ones whose applications are accepted to The Inside Project, a series of weather-safe, city-sized structures around the world.

'True belonging doesn't require us to change who we are. It requires us to be who we are.' Social scientist Brené Brown, PhD, LMSW has sparked a global conversation about the experiences that bring meaning to our lives - experiences of courage, vulnerability, love, belonging, shame and empathy. In Braving the Wilderness, Brown redefines what it means to truly belong in an age of increased polarisation.

This is the story of 11-year-old Mark Sway, who witnessed the bizarre suicide of a New Orleans attorney. Just before he dies, the lawyer tells Mark a deadly secret. The police, the federal prosecutor, and the FBI pressure Mark to tell them the attorney's last words, but Mark knows that with the mob watching his every move, revealing his secret will almost surely get him killed.

Society darling Persephone Dimitriou plans to flee the ultra-modern city of Olympus and start over far from the backstabbing politics of the Thirteen Houses. But all that's ripped away when her mother ambushes her with an engagement to Zeus, the dangerous power behind their glittering city's dark facade. With no options left, Persephone flees to the forbidden undercity and makes a devil's bargain with a man she once believed a myth...a man who awakens her to a world she never knew existed.

In "The Five Families of New York," Mafia Library presents a gripping account of the ascension and decline of New York's foremost crime syndicates, from the legendary Lucky Luciano to the notorious Paul Castellano and John Gotti, and beyond. Through vivid storytelling, the book chronicles the relentless assault waged against these five families over two decades, a campaign that stands as the most successful law enforcement effort of the last century.

In their twenties, Charlotte and Sam anticipated a bright future together. Just out of university, they had big plans. But fast-forward a decade, and things haven't gone as they intended. They've both put on weight, their income is paltry, and their relationship is fizzling out.

The Good Samaritan has been a thorn in Detective John Corbin’s side for years as he tries to hunt down the rogue killer with what few leads he has. As the bodies pile up each one is proven guilty of some profound evil thanks to the evidence provided by the mysterious avenger. No criminal in the city is safe as The Good Samaritan chooses his next victim who will learn, through unimaginable amounts of pain, what it’s like to be the one begging for mercy.

Kelli Freeman is a certified genius. She’s a 14-year-old high school senior who excels at everything she does: track, gymnastics, academics. Everything. She has a loving, supportive family and is adored by her friends. For Kelli. Life couldn’t be better. But when Kelli discovers that she can morph into a boy, suddenly, life couldn’t be worse.

Binge-listen to the complete Dark Island Scots series in one glossy audio boxed set. All the cliffhangers answered. All the steam, drama, and dark mystery ready for you in one delicious package.

I wanted him. He wanted to ruin me. It was the blood I noticed first. Running down the neck of the man on the ferry. Then his bruised knuckles, dark eyes, and arrogant smirk. The handcuffs came last. No one else paid him attention, but I couldn't look away. Or deny my instant lust. I had no idea he was being imprisoned on the remote, dark Scottish island I knew well. Or that he'd been kidnapped, not arrested.

A scar tore his face. Mine would carve his heart. I'd do anything to save my missing sister, even sell my body to the highest bidder. Until he steals me from my buyer's mansion. Camden rescued me, but he won't let me walk away. Especially when I discover he's my buyer's son. And the strange thing? I can't even be angry at the sweet, gentle, scarred Scotsman for the terrible thing he did.

Mercury may be associated with chaotic retrogrades, but it’s also the celestial body that fuels your communication superpowers, thought processes, and how you connect with others. Mercury Magic reveals all the must-knows about this fascinating planet, including how Mercury retrograde works and tips and tricks for finding the silver lining during these periods.

Unlock the secret to a balanced life amidst your hectic schedule travel to Oahu! Find thrills, beauty, culture, and yourself. In the heart of the Pacific Ocean lies Oahu, a paradise that transcends the ordinary. The beauty of this enchanting island isn't just in its pristine beaches or lush landscapes; it's in the air, in the sway of the palm trees, and in the warmth of the aloha spirit that flows through every corner.

Two Yale honor students, Matt & Tangie Riley, marry after college and are offered jobs by a CIA-run secret underground facility known as Global Observation Defense, or G.O.D., adjacent to Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico. They are tasked with developing a mind-control process. The program is extremely secretive, and an unlikely group wants to find out more. The couple are abducted by aliens, and they plant a spy chip in Matt to track what is happening in the complex.

Five years later, Lincoln Beckett and I are still finding ways to stretch and bend the rules, breaking those that threaten to hinder us. To an outsider, everything looks perfect. But with each day apart, and with each new obligation, I'm learning that even strengths have their weaknesses and perfections have their flaws.

Mauro Bianchi is stunned to discover the beautiful innocent who left his bed at midnight three months ago is a queen…and she’s pregnant! He’s never wanted a family, but nothing will stop this billionaire from claiming his heir. Queen Astrid can’t forget the pleasure of Mauro’s touch, despite her scandalous royal bombshell! To protect her throne, she's determined to raise her baby alone. Only now Mauro’s back, and his powerful presence is a constant reminder of their chemistry. And he has a demand: 'I want my child.'

It is impossible to be perfect, let alone be a perfect parent. The realities of everyday life impact us all. No matter how much experience we have, there is no optimal way to handle every turn of your child's younger years. The independent variables of place, time, situation, family culture, and your child's personality make motherhood the ultimate "think on your feet" job.

Deaver Brown is a Harvard History Magna & Harvard MBA, with training in economics & philosophy. A serial entrepreneur, author of The Entrepreneurs Guide-Macmillan & Ballantine as well as 50 other books.