Results narrated by "Ross Blilie" in All categories

A widow, a way-bag, and a night ride over Burnt Ridge—Bret Harte’s classic Western short story, first published in 1891, blends frontier romance with a taut tale of honor and quiet heroism. In Laurel Run, Betsy Baker, the camp’s beloved postmistress and the steadfast widow of a fallen...

From H. B. Irving’s A Book of Remarkable Criminals comes the definitive account of the Eyraud–Bompard affair—one of Paris’s most sensational 1889 murders. When the genial bailiff Gouffe vanishes, a trail of an empty trunk, scorched matches, and a grim discovery near Lyons draws master...

# A Yankee in Canada What happens when one of America’s most independent thinkers crosses the border and looks back at his own country from the outside? In *A Yankee in Canada*, Henry David Thoreau recounts his journey from New England into French Canada, traveling through Montreal, Quebec...

Nothing is wrong with you. Something is happening in your nervous system — and it has logic. Anxiety and depression are often treated as problems to eliminate, disorders to manage, or failures to fix. But what if they are not mistakes at all? What if they are intelligent survival responses of the nervous system? In Survival States, neuroscientist Moawiah Naffaa, PhD offers a groundbreaking, biology-based framework that explains why anxiety feels urgent, why depression feels heavy, and why trying harder so often makes things worse. This book reveals a powerful truth: Anxiety is mobilization.

Say hello to eighteen-year-old Artie Morrison. We first meet Artie on the night of his high school graduation party. While excited about moving on to college in the Fall, Artie is still facing trepidation due to his best friend Cody’s sudden disappearance two weeks earlier. While fighting off those angst-ridden feelings, Artie’s mood finally swings to the happy side of the street when an unexpected visitor shows up to his graduation party.

Say hello to the dashing and otherwise charming estate attorney named Marty Wheeler. Attorney Wheeler is a prominent member of the community of Brentwood, whose life is about to turn upside down when he takes on his most baffling client to date, the very rich, yet, quite mysterious and aloof Jameson Bradford.

Infinity is the story of the Boy, a young writer who loses everything and decides to escape an unpalatable life through an overdose of psychedelics and cocaine blended into a milk shake. He awakens in the taxi of a seven-foot tall white rabbit with natty dreads and a Rastafarian accent. The Boy is banished to the sixth millennia, in a society called the Government of Human Beings where he is ruled over by The Human Constitution.

Larry Franklin believes he should have known on that summer day in 1950 that this was not normal. But he was the youngest and smallest of the four boys in a place where the unspeakable was normal. In 1992, when Franklin turned 50, a chance conversation with his mother opened the door to repressed memories of physical and sexual abuse. The worst left him hugging the bathroom stool throughout the night. As his mind began to crumble, a piece here, a piece there, he learned that the trips to the barn were far from normal. Separating fact from fiction was like finding a gnat in the forest.

When Earth dies, humanity gets one last roll of the dice. Major Diego Martinez has forty-two years of military service and a family he can't protect. The American-Pacific Union's AI-controlled exodus program has rejected his daughter and grandchildren—their "efficiency scores" don't qualify them for salvation among the stars. While billions fight over Earth's last drops of clean water, the algorithms have already decided who lives and who dies.

Are you overwhelmed by AI jargon and complex concepts? Do you wish for a simple guide to show you how AI can transform your life and career? You’re not alone! Many people feel the same way, but with AI for Beginners, you’ll gain clarity and confidence in this ever-evolving field.

In this audiobook, you won’t just “cope” with anxiety—you’ll retrain your brain. You’ll learn why your anxious system isn’t broken—it’s a powerful survival radar that’s simply turned up too high. And more importantly, you’ll discover how to tune it back to balance. This audiobook gives you: Clarity: Why anxiety happens and what it’s trying to do for you. Control: Step-by-step ways to calm the alarm, redirect your attention, and rewrite old patterns. Confidence: Tools that help you shift from living in fear to moving forward with courage.

Forgiveness is often misunderstood and can be a complex and deeply personal experience. At its core, forgiveness is the conscious decision to let go of resentment and thoughts of revenge against someone who has caused harm. It is not about condoning or excusing the wrongdoing; rather, it is about freeing oneself from the emotional burden that comes with holding onto anger or pain. This process allows individuals to reclaim their peace and emotional well-being, which is essential for healing and personal growth.

At fifty and beyond, life doesn’t end—it shifts. In From Halfway to Legacy: Letters About What Really Matters, bestselling author of Halfway There continues the conversation with men who feel weary, restless, or uncertain about what’s next. Through honest, heartfelt letters, he speaks to the struggles of midlife—regret, faith, family, loneliness, and purpose—while offering hope, wisdom, and courage for the years ahead. This is not a book about decline. It’s a guide to rediscovery, a reminder that your story isn’t finished, and a call to live with impact, dignity, and legacy.

Brent Johnson, a former Special Forces agent, returns from a covert mission to discover the woman he loves is missing. With the help of his trusted friend—a retired Navy Seal—and a team of elite operatives, he launches a desperate search. Sara is kind, intuitive, and drawn to signs that go beyond logic. But her instincts may not be enough to save her from the danger she never saw coming.

The concept of heritage often carries with it an intricate weight, a duality that embodies both pride and burden. In "Echoes of the Ancestors," the exploration of this weight delves deeply into the collective memory that shapes identity. Characters grapple with the inheritance of histories that are both celebrated and haunting, illuminating how the past is never truly distant.

Say hello to everyone’s favorite raunchy fiction writer: Russell Finch. Though his debut novel, Gettin’ Naughty, landed at number one on The New York Times Best Seller list, Mr. Finch’s fame quickly evaporated. Desperate for ideas for his new novel, Russell may have found his solution thanks to a visit from an eccentric member of the Syndicate.

In this book, you'll discover the science of mental wellness explained in simple terms and learn how it connects to every aspect of our lives and the world around us. It’s more than just listening—this book encourages you to explore and reflect on yourself while reminding you of the importance of self-care. With practical tips and even recipes, it also offers a glimpse into how today’s and near-future breakthroughs in technology will revolutionize mental wellness and health. This is a guide for everyone—no matter your age, location, or profession.

Say hello to Pittsburgh’s most eligible bachelor. Evan is a twenty-something with the world at his feet. If only he could meet the right woman. Someone he’ll be able to settle down with. There’s just one problem. He can’t seem to find one. Will Evan’s fortune change when he meets a stripper at a bachelor party?

Turning fifty can feel like standing at a crossroads—exhausted, stretched thin, and wondering who you’ve become. Halfway There is a collection of letters written to men navigating this exact journey: fathers, husbands, friends, and brothers who feel lost, tired, or uncertain about the road ahead. In these letters, you’ll find honesty about the weight of responsibility, the pressure of bills, the struggle to maintain identity, and the desire for purpose and adventure.