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Clay Randal lives in the vibrant, thrilling, cosmopolitan New York City. Known for his smooth talk and wit, he falls victim to the allure of gambling, nightlife, and women. Now, heavily indebted to the notorious gangster Big Sal, Clay pleads with Lady Luck, knowing that with the right angle, you could bet it all and win big. After groveling to the short-tempered Mediterranean gangster, Clay becomes determined to pay his debts more than ever. He dreams of starting anew, doing right, and meaning something to somebody.

Uncover the secrets of the world’s most enigmatic warriors with this definitive guide to Knights Templar history. Whether you are a fan of pulse-pounding historical fiction or a dedicated researcher of Crusades lore, this book offers an immersive journey into the heart of the medieval world.

Luka knows he screwed up the night he tried to help Raine. He always gets things wrong—one of many reasons he steers clear of the rest of the pack. Besides, he doesn’t deserve the fellowship of other wolves, not with how badly he failed when it mattered most. Rand has seen a great deal during his time as pack physician, both good and bad. Helping others is his life’s calling, so when a wolf shows up with bitemarks from an altercation with another wolf, he’s quick to treat, but when he learns the name of the wolf bleeding on his clinic floor, he’s quick to judge, too.

Discover the living history of Wicca and Pagan Witchcraft through 40+ engaging biographies—pioneers and modern witches who built coven culture, shaped ritual practice, and carried the Craft into today. Part history, part inspiration, this collection shows how they began, what they contributed, and the practical lessons we can take forward as the movement evolves.

Marie Tolson has spent four years building a new life in Los Angeles—new name, new look, new identity. With her pink-streaked hair and infectious smile, no one would guess she's running from the monster who nearly killed her and the baby she lost. But when Matt Peterson walks into her life, Marie faces an impossible choice: keep running, or risk everything for the first man who's ever made her feel safe.

Before grammar, stories, or history, there was pointing. Grunting. Guesswork. And somehow, from that, we built language. This isn’t a textbook. It’s the story of how humans learned to name the world, how we stitched together meaning from noise, and how the system we invented ended up running us. From cave mouths to cuneiform, slang to syntax, sacred scripts to AI chatbots, this book tells the full arc of the original human software: invented, forgotten, rediscovered, and now automated. This Is a Rock doesn’t teach you how to talk. It shows you how we figured out that we could.

Unlock the secrets to building a high-profit plumbing business with Plumbing for Profit: How to Turn Your Trade Skills into a 6- or 7-Figure Income. This step-by-step guide shows you how to transform your plumbing expertise into a scalable, wealth-generating business that delivers both financial freedom and professional success.

An audacious street rat, Pax scrambles to develop powerful and forbidden magic before his enemies can capture and ruin him. A monstrous beast, capable of shattering the city's defenses, is coming. Panic ensues, and the capital mobilizes for war, pushing Pax's strategic abilities to their limits. With time running out, the corrupt ruling families of the Astan Empire will stop at nothing to track down and extinguish any hint of rebellion. Pax races to strengthen his crew and navigate new alliances as the stakes skyrocket.

Jiran is just a child when he receives shattered, imperfect memories of a past life. Nestled inside these emotionless visions is a magic very different to the density and mana he knows, the magic of science. The empire stands alone against the relentless beasts of Madra. Their only means of survival is harnessing the density that saturates her surface, a magic they cannot possibly understand. Will Jiran realize he holds the key to unlocking humanity's infinite potential before they are all wiped out?

It's good to be a God...until you're not. Robert Hoskins was once a High Fae and the God of Hades. But now he's human again, having been stripped of his powers by the Goddess Gaea and sent to an alternative Las Vegas where the Fae rule with an iron fist and magic is the law of the land. Gaea sent him here for a reason, and if he ever wants to get home, he'll have to find out why. That's not an easy task when you're constantly fighting Demons, Demi-Gods, and other assorted nasties. Working as a cop in this Sin City isn't easy, especially when you've lost your powers.

Many of literature's greatest works, from ancient myths to the works of Nobel laureates, rely on fantasy. Even when there has been a dominant preference for realism, generation after generation of readers have been drawn to stories of the fantastic-not only for what they help us learn about ourselves as individuals or as members of society, but also for what they show about our social values.

ONE OF TIME’S 100 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR The Crucial #1 New York Times Bestseller “The Mueller report is that rare Washington tell-all that surpasses its pre-publication hype…the best book by far on the workings of the Trump presidency.” —Carlos Lozada, The Washington Post The only...

On April 26, 1986, at 1:23 AM, Reactor 4 at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant exploded, triggering one of the worst man-made disasters in history. What followed was a catastrophe of unimaginable scale—radioactive fallout spread across Europe, thousands were exposed to lethal doses of radiation, and an entire city was abandoned overnight.

Once a hero, Kael Veyne walked the streets of Avelmar adorned in triumph. War-mage, lover to Lady Elira, he rose from humble birth to the kingdom’s highest honors—until a single night of courtly treachery destroyed everything. Accused of unspeakable crimes he did not commit, Kael is condemned to the kingdom’s deepest prison. There, beneath stone and shadow, something ancient whispers his name.

Are you ready to quit smoking or vaping—but struggling with the mental and physical grip of nicotine addiction? Quit Smoking: The Proven Mindset and Behavioral Strategies to Quit Smoking and Vaping is your ultimate guide to breaking free. This audiobook goes beyond generic advice, offering a powerful blend of neuroscience, cognitive behavioral techniques, and real-world strategies to help you quit—and stay quit.

This step-by-step guide is designed for plumbers, tradespeople, and aspiring entrepreneurs who want to turn their skills into a high-profit, scalable business. Inside, you’ll discover how to shift your mindset from technician to business owner, create systems that allow your business to run without you, and implement pricing strategies that maximize profits.

Overthinking is not a personality trait. It is a survival response that has stayed active far too long. It shows up as racing thoughts, anxiety loops, indecision, mental exhaustion, and the constant feeling that your mind will not slow down no matter how hard you try.

"Finding Love After Divorce" by VentureNest Books is a supportive guide for divorced women seeking to rediscover romance and joy after a challenging life transition. This resource addresses common fears and uncertainties faced after a marriage ends, helping listeners navigate their emotions and re-enter the dating scene with confidence.

New Hampshire’s industrial revolution didn’t unfold in quiet workshops. It exploded along the rivers in a storm of spinning frames, flooded mills, and enough cotton lint to make the mountains sneeze.

A tyrannical HOA can impact your sense of safety and community, your finances, and even your property value. Faced with a living nightmare, you have a choice: roll over and let your HOA win, or arm yourself with knowledge and prepare for war. Bad HOA is a strategic guide to fighting unscrupulous HOAs. Empower yourself to reclaim your rights as a homeowner. Learn how to identify corrupt boards, leverage self-guided resolution tactics, and present your case successfully when court intervention becomes inevitable.