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Embark on an Extraordinary Journey with "Lifetimes: The Beginning"In the bustling streets of Galway, a storm brews, one that will sweep seventeen-year-old Sophie O'Sullivan into a world where the line between myth and reality blurs. "Lifetimes: The Beginning," the first instalment of Joe McFrancis's thrilling series, catapults readers into an exhilarating adventure that defies the boundaries of imagination.A Destiny Unfolds Sophie's life is upended when she discovers her restlessness is more than teenage angst-it's the awakening of her dormant demigod powers. Plucked from the familiarity of South Park and Eyre Square, she is thrust into the clandestine halls of a military academy that trains the likes of her: potential saviours of humanity.Ancient Powers in a Modern World As Sophie grapples with her new reality, she must navigate the treacherous path of her training, where friends can be foes, and the next battle could be her last. With wit as sharp as her emerging abilities, Sophie learns to wield her powers that manipulate the very fabric of the universe.An Unseen Enemy The malevolent Deimos, a being with a god complex, seeks to use his apprentice, Josh, to ignite chaos among mortals. Sophie, alongside her comrade Nadia, must outsmart this ancient adversary using her wits, courage, and newfound strength. But can she persuade Josh to abandon the dark path he's set upon?A Tale of Epic Proportions "Lifetimes: The Beginning" is not just a story-it's a testament to the indomitable spirit of youth, the complexities of friendship, and the courage to face one's destiny. Joe McFrancis masterfully weaves humour with high stakes, creating a world where every choice can tip the balance between salvation and doom.Dive into the Adventure Perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare and Rick Riordan, "Lifetimes: The Beginning" is a tale that promises to leave readers breathless and yearning for the next chapter. Join Sophie as she steps into her role in an ancient prophecy, where her decisions will shape the fate of worlds.Are you ready to witness the beginning of a lifetime?

"When the sands of time shift, I will be your portal."In a world of secrets, the fate of the New World rests in the hands of three unlikely heroes. Hugh Geber, Barrington Delphin and Emily Le Fey are in hiding under the protection of the Collins family at the University of Science and Progression after returning to Portis-Montis with the lore book of magic. The unexpected arrival of Adelia Geber, Hugh's sister-in-law, has only added to the complicated mix. With tensions rising across the New World, and the battle for Skellig-Krieg against forces loyal to the Elf King looming, Hugh, Barrington and Emily find themselves torn between joining the fight or pursuing the books of lore. When the news reaches them that the Elf King and Robert Smithson are already on the trail of the next book, the group must face their fears and make a decision that could decide the fate of the world.Will they join the fight and risk losing those they love, or will they pursue the books, which in the wrong hands, will spell disaster?

Is it enough to be nice - or is it more complicated than that? Perhaps, all we have is our common humanity. We need to work on this, consciously and deliberately; belonging to place, finding good and building community based on an unconditionality. Born out of serious illness and inspired by E.M. Forster's A Passage to India, David Jackman - ethicist, regulator, standard-setter - offers an autobiographical guide, packed with tools, frameworks, maps and a Charter, to help everyone along this 'necessary journey'. It is a journey of an essential growing up, of human maturity, of building a whole that is worthwhile. But we find no pain, no gain. We must travel together, but the greater tragedy is not to journey at all.

Next in the bestselling Sun City series...Falling in love with your best friend sucks-especially when they don't love you back.Liv needs help, and Bryn is determined to give it to her. After a night out ends in a whole lot of embarrassment for Liv, she is faced with the fact that she might need some assistance in getting over her best friend and roommate, Jamie.When Bryn is forced to temporarily move in with Jamie and Liv, a night of drinking results in a possibly disastrous deal: All of Liv's decisions are now in Bryn's hands. The goal? Operation fall-out-of-love.But when sparks start to fly between the two women, they have to wonder if maybe their plan worked a little too well.After all, nothing hurts like love.Fall Hard is the second book in the Sun City series and can be read as a standalone. This is a steamy lesbian romance and is meant for a mature audience.

Saiph must kill the mortal queen.Sent to the mortal plane by her mother, Saiph finds herself caught in a bargain with one of the people she has been told to destroy - Auren, the rebel queen's guard.After a string of magick users disappear, Saiph is forced to work with Auren to uncover the culprit. But when new evidence comes to light, Saiph must re-evaluate everything she thought she knew about the Kingdom of Stars.Plagued by her growing feelings for the woman she's supposed to hate, Saiph is left torn between duty and love. With time running out to complete her task, Saiph must fulfil her bargain with Auren and choose her side in the upcoming battle, before it's too late.The Lingering Dark is an adult sapphic fantasy romance. It is book one of two in the Kingdom of Stars duology and contains blood, sex, and other themes meant for a mature audience.

Does your workplace need to change? Are you dealing with the same problems day after day? Struggling with broken processes? Concerned that you're failing your customers? Caught up in a culture of blame? This illuminating book shows how to bring about deep and lasting change; making work work better for you, your colleagues and your customers. Whatever type of work, whatever size of organisation, The 3D Workplace strips away the jargon and gives you a common sense, rapid-impact way to: Effective working Team-by-Team Streamlining processes End-to-End Continuously improving Again-and-Again The 3D Workplace is now used by organisations across the world in every sector. Packed with real-life examples and case-studies this book will transform your work environment. "The 3D Workplace offers a highly accessible, well grounded, pragmatic, practical and flexible guide to implementing and sustaining continuous improvement in the workplace." Simon Elias, Director The Lean Competency System Visit: www.the3dworkplace.com

This guide explores the world of David Cornwell - better known as spy novelist John Le Carre - alongside that of his most famous creations - George Smiley and his fellow operatives in British Intelligence. The real and fictional frequently overlap in this guide, as a former spy verisimilitude is a feature of Le Carre's work, making it possible to pinpoint locations across the the capital from Call For The Dead, The Spy Who Came In From The Cold, The Looking Glass War, The Honourable Schoolboy, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Smiley's People, The Secret Pilgrim and A Legacy Of Spies. This thoroughly researched guide is an essential companion for fans of Le Carre.

"When all seems lost, I will guide the way."Hugh Geber has found himself at a dead end. Robert J Smithson is hot on his heels, and the Elf King is on the move once more. The book he and Barrington are desperate to find is missing, with a mysterious note in its place. Left with no other choice, they have to head home to Portis-Montis empty handed knowing they are not the only ones seeking the book.Hugh wants to bury his problems, but when he opens a letter from his presumed-deceased father, his decision to ignore his troubles comes back to bite him. A meeting with Balinas Collins in the university library adds to his woes, causing Hugh and Barrington to follow the path being set out in front of them.Now they must continue searching for the missing book but also carry out another task vital to the safety of both Old and New worlds, all whilst trying to evade the long arm of the law. Will they find the book first? Or will Smithson beat them to it? Will the Elf King regain his seat and the power he so desperately yearns for? Only time will tell, but time is running out. Fast!