Lioness. That’s the first word that comes to mind when I see the brilliant redhead selling cupcakes at the hockey arena.
With the soul of an artist and the spirit of a nomad, Bea Turner is gorgeous, quirky, and refreshing.
She’s also my teammate’s little sister.
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“Romeo and Juliet” is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare. The play is set in Verona, Italy and tells the story of two young lovers from rival families, the Montagues and the Capulets, who fall in love and secretly marry. However, they are eventually discovered, leading to a tragic turn of events that results in the deaths of both lovers, as well as several other characters.
In the end, the feud between the two families is finally resolved through the tragic events that have taken place… Read More
Science, not speculative philosophy, is the only guide, however imperfect, to the nature of existence. Science culture uses and supports science. The social brain experiences free will and needs religious faith. Empathy is a choice based on intuition. We need a better scientific understanding of dogma and chauvinism, and this book explores these issues.
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Understand how organizations think, plan, and deliver on the resilience ‘mission’ and how they should adapt when challenges arise.
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Meet the newest expansion team in hockey–The Portland Icehawks. They’re a group of guys with chips on their shoulders out to make their former teams regret letting them go. They won’t be stopped until they win it all. What they haven’t counted on is love being part of that equation.
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Ralph 124C 41+—A Romance of the Year 2660 introduces readers to a visionary future shaped by science and invention. Written by Hugo Gernsback, the novel imagines a world of advanced technology, daring exploration, and human ingenuity, offering one of the earliest glimpses into what would later become known as science fiction.
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Jaque Pierce was a typical seventeen-year-old Southern girl, enjoying the summer before her senior year of high school in Coldspring, TX. But when a mysterious foreign exchange student from Romania moves in across the street, Jacque and her two best friends, Sally and Jen, soon realize the last two weeks of their summer break are about to get a lot more interesting.
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“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen is a captivating novel that immerses readers in the complex social dynamics of early 19th-century England. Austen’s sharp wit and keen observation bring to life the world of the Bennet family, particularly the headstrong and independent Elizabeth Bennet, whose journey forms the heart of the novel. As Elizabeth navigates the intricacies of courtship and marriage in a society obsessed with social status and propriety, readers are drawn into a … Read More
A pragmatic guide for free minds in a manipulated world.
This book dismantles the myth of progress, exposes global socialism’s true machinery, and offers a clear path to reclaim truth, identity, and sovereignty—before it’s too late.
If you still think for yourself, this is your manual.
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Explore the dark, rainy underbelly of one of America’s most beautiful but enigmatic cities.
Akashic Books continues its groundbreaking series of original noir anthologies, launched in 2004 with Brooklyn Noir. Each story is set in a distinct neighborhood or location within the city of the book.
Brand-new stories by: Gigi Little, Justin Hocking, Christopher Bolton, Jess Walter, Monica Drake, Jamie S. Rich (illustrated by Joëlle Jones), Dan DeWeese, Zoe Trope, Luciana Lopez, Karen Karbo, Bill C… Read More
Aldous Huxley’s Point Counter Point dazzles readers with its sharp wit, biting satire, and vivid exploration of 1920s social and intellectual life. This masterful novel captures the essence of human conflict, blending psychological depth and philosophical inquiry in a narrative symphony of opposing ideas.
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“Poetry” is a collection of popular poems, written by Edgar Allan Poe. His poetry is renowned for its Gothic and melancholic themes, known for its musical and rhythmic qualities, and he often used rhyme and meter to create a haunting and atmospheric mood. His works have had a lasting impact on the genres of horror and Gothic literature, and he is considered one of the most significant and influential American writers of the 19th century.
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In “Playboy’s Reward,” author Gina Azzi crafts a compelling narrative that delves into themes of love, redemption, and personal growth. The story follows the journey of a charismatic playboy who, after a life of fleeting romances and superficial connections, encounters a woman who challenges his perceptions and ignites a desire for something deeper. Tennessee Thunderbolts Book #4
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In “Plato’s Republic,” also known as “The Republic,” the ancient Greek philosopher Plato presents a philosophical dialogue. As one of his best-known works, it stands as a classic of Western philosophy. Through a discussion between Socrates and several other characters, Plato explores the nature of justice and the ideal state.
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Bertrand Russell’s Philosophy is a profound exploration of the fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and the nature of reality. Through his engaging and logical style, Russell invites readers to challenge assumptions and embrace the intellectual curiosity that defines philosophy.
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In Phantastes, George MacDonald invites readers on a dreamlike journey through a shifting faerie world where landscapes reflect the soul. The novel follows Anodos, a young man who enters a realm of enchantment, inner struggle, and spiritual transformation. MacDonald does not aim to entertain with simple fantasy; he challenges the imagination and the heart, using myth and symbolism to explore identity, desire, and redemption.
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“Peter and Wendy” is a novel by J.M. Barrie about a boy named Peter Pan who refuses to grow up and a young girl named Wendy Darling, who he takes to the magical world of Neverland along with her brothers. They encounter the Lost Boys, a band of orphaned boys, and Captain Hook, a villainous pirate who seeks revenge against Peter. The story explores themes of childhood, imagination, and the fear of growing up. In the end, Wendy and her brothers return to London, but Peter promises to visit the… Read More
One day Persephone is an ordinary high school junior working at her mom’s flower shop in Athens, Georgia. The next she’s fighting off Boreas, the brutal god of Winter, and learning that she’s a bonafide goddess-a rare daughter of the now-dead Zeus. Her goddess mom whisks her off to the Underworld to hide until Spring.
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The ultimate guide to relationships, influence and persuasion in 21st century business.
What is most important to your success as a sales or business professional? Is it education, experience, product knowledge, job title, territory, or business dress? Is it your company’s reputation, product, price, marketing collateral, delivery lead times, in stock ratios, service guarantees, management strength, or warehouse location? Is it testimonials, the latest Forbes write up, or brand awareness? … Read More
The PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) is at v4.0. The withdrawal date for v3.2.1 is March 31 2024. Many organizations around the world – particularly those that fall below the top tier of payment card transaction volumes – are not yet compliant with the latest version.
This book:
Explains the fundamental concepts of PCI DSS v4.0
Is a perfect quick reference guide for PCI professionals, or a handy introduction for new staff
Covers the consequences of a data breach
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Once again, Book.io Hashes the Past to ensure these crucial words spoken/written by past US Presidents never disappear.
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Partakers of Plenty: A Study of the First Thanksgiving plunges readers into a vivid re-imagining of the Pilgrims’ 1621 harvest festival, peeling away the myth to show how English folk traditions, foodways, and the practical realities of early colonial life shaped this iconic event.
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