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In Empty Sack, we follow the tumultuous journey of Jennie Follett, a struggling artist’s model in New York, and her brother, Teddy. After their father loses his job at the bank and passes away, the family is left in dire financial straits. In a desperate act, Teddy steals money from the bank where he works, leading to catastrophic repercussions. Meanwhile, Jennie finds herself torn between her love for Teddy and her engagement to the wealthy Bob Collingham, a man from a prominent banking family who is infatuated with her.

Charles King was not just a United States soldier; he was a distinguished writer with deep roots in American history. The son of Civil War general Rufus King and the great-grandson of one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, he graduated from West Point in 1866. His military service during the Indian Wars, particularly under the command of George Crook, marked a pivotal time in his life, especially after being wounded and retiring from the regular army. It was during this period that he formed a connection with the legendary Buffalo Bill Cody, later contributing scripts for ...

Set in 1812, this captivating tale unfolds in Portugal amidst the backdrop of war. The story primarily follows British officers, with Lord Strathern summoning his daughter, Lady Mabel Stewart, from Scotland to join him in Elvas, where his brigade is wintering. Enter the charming Colonel lLisle, the hero of our narrative. The author masterfully paints a vivid picture of the landscape, history, and the vibrant characters of this era, often weaving in discussions of liturgy—sometimes sparking controversy among the cast. While rich in historical detail, this narrative leans more towards a ...

Lies and Games is a collection about what men learn to hide and how that hiding becomes habit. Written from lived experience, these poems explore attraction, silence, and the tension between wanting closeness and fearing it. The poems documents moments and the cost of staying guarded. This book captures the journey of becoming with all the confusion and broken edges that come with it. This is not a love story. It's what happens around one.

When my stepsister Alison moves in to look after my mother, everyone in my family is grateful. Alison’s a nurse, and she says she just wants to help. But I don’t trust her. Years ago, when Alison and I were the same age as my own son Isaac, I made a terrible mistake that tore Alison’s world apart. I hoped she didn’t realise, but the look in her icy blue eyes tells me: she knows exactly what I did.

Do you feel torn between who you are and who the world is asking you to be? Do you feel guilty for wanting peace, anxious about setting boundaries, and responsible for everyone’s happiness but your own? In this quietly extraordinary book, Vex King, #1 best-selling author of Good Vibes, Good...

Discover the Healing Secrets of the Jamaican Hills Now in Audio Tired of synthetic pills and quick fixes that never last Step into the lush world of traditional herbal healing with The Jamaican Herbal Apothecary Book now brought to life in this immersive audiobook experience.

Execution Over Everything is a no-fluff podcast about AI, agents, and modern software where the only question that matters is: what survives contact with production? Each episode pressure-tests new research, tools, and hype against real constraints—latency, retries, cost, observability, and failure modes—so you leave with what to build, what to ignore, and what will break at step 10.

In the bustling world of New Yorks elite, Rashleigh Allerton finds himself in a heated argument with his affluent fiancée, Barbara. In a moment of reckless spontaneity, he declares that he will marry the very first person he encounters. What follows is a whirlwind of unexpected twists and turns that neither he, nor his devoted elderly servant Steptoe, could have anticipated. Join us on this delightful journey as absurdity and consequence intertwine in a tale filled with humor and surprises. - Summary by Simon Evers

Der siebzehnjährige Charlie Reade hat kein leichtes Leben. Seine Mutter starb, als er drei war, und sein Vater ist dem Alkohol verfallen. Eines Tages offenbart ihm der von allen gemiedene mysteriöse Nachbar auf dem Sterbebett ein Geheimnis, das Charlie schließlich auf eine abenteuerliche Reise in eine andere, fremde Welt führt. Dort treiben mächtige Kreaturen ihr Unwesen. Die unterdrückten Einwohner sehen in Charlie ihren Retter. Aber dazu muss er erst die Prinzessin, die rechtmäßige Herrin des fantastischen Märchenreichs, von ihrem schrecklichen Leiden befreien.

Ciro Navarro has never had it easy, but he learned to survive. Nightmares of a past he cannot erase plague him but thankfully, much of his horrible life is in the rearview mirror. He lives in the present, focusing on his found family, friends, and the job that fulfills him. And somehow he's become a rescuer - at the slightest hint someone he cares about is in trouble, he comes running.

Being the nephew of one of the most infamous mob bosses in the world isn't easy. Our family has enemies everywhere, and no one is safe without protection. Here I am at college with a fresh start, a new last name, and secrets hidden from those around me - life is going according to plan. Then one day on campus, I see him...and I want him to strip me bare...in more ways than one.

Think smarter, better, and faster. Clear thinking is the key to truth, wisdom, and knowledge. Whether it’s from ourselves or others, we rarely see the world as it really is. We aren’t able to think clearly. We build our beliefs on lies, assumptions, and deceptions. This ends now. Practical methods to never be fooled, stop making mistakes, and avoid traps. The Art of Clear Thinking takes an in-depth look at the everyday illusions we come across, and how to defeat them once and for all.

Trois couples, amis depuis toujours, louent chaque été le même chalet dans le bois. Mais, cette fois-ci, deux semaines avant le départ, l'un des couples annonce sa rupture, produisant une onde de choc dans le petit groupe tricoté serré. Un roman d'ici qui parle d'amitié, de couple, de maternité, de forêt, de nature, de soleil et de l'eau fraîche d'un lac québécois, l'été.

A heartbreaking and mindbending story of a talented teenage artist's awakening to the brokenness of her family from acclaimed Printz award-winner A.S. King. Sixteen-year-old Sarah can't draw. This is a problem, because as long as she can remember, she has "done the art." She thinks she's having...

Finish The Script! is a screenwriting audiobook for anyone who wants to be a writer. It takes a step-by-step approach and focuses not only on theory but also on the actual writing process. It's a full college course squeezed into audiobook form that will take novice writers from concept through rewrite. Based on actual class lectures and assignments, Finish the Script! is for any writer looking for that extra push and guidance.

Unos leer para aprender, otros para olvidar. Y devoran el libro o el libro los devora a ellos. He aquí el plan de un lector maníaco. «Despierta, genio». Así comienza la fascinante nueva novela de Stephen King sobre un lector fanático. El genio es John Rothstein, un autor de culto, creador del personaje de Jimmy Gold. Morris Bellamy está fuera de sí, no solo porque Rothstein haya dejado de escribir, sino también porque considera que el inconformista Jimmy Gold se ha vendido para dedicarse a la publicidad.

Cuatro novelas cortas de Stephen King sobre las fuerzas ocultas que nos acechan. En esta colección única nos ofrece un impactante noir paranormal, protagonizado por la carismática Holly Gibney, y tres relatos más que ponen de manifiesto el incomparable talento, la imaginación sin par y la diversidad de registros de este legendario narrador.

From the mind of basketball legend and Academy Award-winning storyteller Kobe Bryant comes this radically original portrait of five young basketball players, one enlightening coach, and the awesome transformative power of the game. Filled with insights about the mental stamina and emotional clarity that peak performance requires, this is an indispensable story for young athletes, coaches, educators, and anyone interested in the astonishing potential of team sports to unlock individual growth.

Every night, Ledger stands on the stage of Joker's Sin, the most popular gay nightclub in Haven Hart, mixing music. Many of the people who come through the doors want his attention, but lately he's only had eyes for the red-headed bartender, Shane. When Ledger is invited to be on a panel at DJ Con, he asks for support from his friends at Joker's Sin. To his surprise, Shane shows up.