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When magic-school-dropout Estinance Ratter runs away from home to work as a cartographer at the edges of reality, she quickly realizes that the world may be larger and more dangerous than she'd anticipated. Assigned to a team under the leadership of the hot-headed Decory, will Esti return from her first expedition with maps to sell and fund her dreams, or will the dangers of living on the world's edge be a stark awakening?

Justiss Hill is the founder and Head Coach for the East Texas Kings Basketball Program, LLC.As a young man that grew up in the foster care system, this 28-year-old from Naples, Texas has made amazing accomplishments, graduating from Northeast Texas Community College with his culinary arts certification, and proving that with determination you can succeed in spite of your hardships. With this drive and will to help others, he was able to turn a struggling basketball team into a group of champions.With help from adults who are able to see his vision, he continues to inspire and encourage others to go>This inspiring true life story is a playbook for success!

Callie can't wait for her school's Daring Defender Day. However, her defender is not the hero that her classmates expect.

Once the water runs out, millions trapped in a mine will die. Unless civil war kills them first.Mallory Leighyan vows to save them all.She plans an escape to the surface while falling in love with a prince who teaches her to fight. But as an army of traitors besieges the capital, she hides the royal family in tunnels below the palace.Problem is, food is running out. And the tunnels swarm with monsters invincible to all but Mallory's weapon powered by alien nanotech. In desperation, she calls to the voice of one she can't see. He's guided her out of danger before, but now he keeps silent while enemies close in.Mallory seeks answers at the bottom of the mine, where others cry for rescue from a volcanic hellscape. Among the flames and toxic gases, something else awaits her. Something from another universe with designs to dominate this one, and it needs to steal a part of Mallory's mind to do it.Scribes Aflame delivers more of the hard sci-fi, futuristic fantasy, and immersive world building readers have come to love in Scribes' Descent. Book Two of the Scribes Series.

It's Your Time to Rise is a compilation of motivational notes that will inspire and enable you to become stronger and more confident in transforming your life.If you seek encouragement and personal empowerment to grow in your faith, mental health and well-being, personal development, and relationships, this book is specially designed for you. It is filled with kind and positive notes to speak over your life."Death and life are in the power of your tongue."-Proverbs 18:21"By your words, you shall be justified, and by your words, you shall be condemned."-Matthew 12:37"Do not confess that negative thoughts in your mind rather speak life to every situation around you."-Proverbs 30:32This is your time to rise.

2023 is the 25th anniversary of the release of "The Truman Show" movie. If you haven't seen the movie, starring Jim Carrey, go watch it NOW. It just might be the most important movie ever produced. Why? Here's what Aurora Eliam, for Reedsy Discovery, had to say.... Loved it! In the book The Truman Show: It's True, Man!, author Stephen Davis encourages readers to question beliefs and behaviors from an alternate perspective. This is a book for deep thinkers who enjoy exploring alternative avenues of thought abutted by philosophic principles and quantum physics. Throughout the chapters Davis seeks to expand upon the nature of existence, focusing on scientific research. Are we living in a hologram? Are our experiences real, or are they merely an expression of the myriad of possibilities available on this plane of existence? Initially, quantum physics drew me in, and the reference to the 90s film Wunderkid-turned-cultural staple, The Truman Show, solidified the choice. This book explores the movie's themes and the rationality of such a world. I enjoyed the plentiful physics diagrams throughout the book and found them beneficial in making abstract concepts more concrete. The section on the holographic brain model was particularly interesting. Do our brains really know what will happen before conscious thought occurs? I recommend this book to readers with an interest in quantum physics, alternate theories, and philosophy. Also, if you enjoyed the movie The Truman Show and are interested in its broader simulated reality themes, this book provides a judicial exploration of what "reality" really means. Rating: 4 stars * * * And here's what April Pulliam, Assistant Editor, Literary Titan had to say... The Truman Show: It's True, Man!, by Stephen Davis, is a thought-provoking journey into the intricacies of our perceived reality, intertwined with the thematic backdrop of The Truman Show movie. This book elegantly melds quantum physics, neuroscience, and philosophy to challenge our conventional understanding of the world and our actions within it. Drawing inspiration from renowned physicists such as David Bohm, Leonard Susskind, Amit Goswami, and Jacob D. Bekenstein, the narrative opens with a profound question: Are we living in a hologram? The author carefully constructs a foundation for this concept, suggesting that our reality is an illusion, much like the constructed world of Truman Burbank. By paralleling these theories with the cult classic film, Davis skillfully encourages readers to rethink their lives within the context of a carefully orchestrated stage. At its core, the book articulates the idea that our perceptions shape our reality, leading to a powerful hypothesis that our brains project the world "out there" for us to experience. The parallels to The Truman Show are striking, and Davis's work invites readers to scrutinize the authenticity of their daily lives and confront the possibility of there being no "out there" at all. It challenges our perception of reality and the agency we have over our actions, raising intriguing questions about the extent to which external observers may be orchestrating our lives, much like Truman's creators did in the movie. Overall, The Truman Show: It's True, Man! is an engaging book in which readers are asked to question some fundamental understandings of the world around us. This book blurs the line between reality and illusion and compels us to revisit our beliefs about the world, the nature of our actions, and the extent to which external influences may shape our lives. I highly recommend The Truman Show: It's True, Man! for anyone who likes books that feel 'trippy' and make you think about the world around you. Rating: 5 Stars April Pulliam, Assistant Editor, Literary Titan Read more reviews at thetrumanshowistr

The last place Nash wanted to break down was South Mississippi. With his extreme heat sensitivity and one scorching Mississippi summer, he had every intention of passing through the state as quickly as possible. Too bad his bike had other ideas, leaving him stranded on the side of the road in a rather desperate predicament until a tow truck driver happened by and offered him a hand. Jude knew his brother would be pissed at him for being late, but there was no way he could pass by the sun-sick rider and not offer a helping hand. When it turned out fixing the bike wasn't going to be cheap or quick, he and his reluctant brother, Justice found themselves with a houseguest full of sarcastic wit and a bunch of surprises. The last thing Justice thought they needed to do was to lend a helping hand to a stranger when it seemed like their entire world was crashing down, thanks to their uncle Les and a lean Justice hadn't found out about until it was almost too late. But he can't deny that Nash is pleasant to look at, and when the sparks start to fly between them, it's too stunning to turn down. Besides, soon as the bike is fixed, Nash will be riding out of his life forever, so what harm would giving in be? But sweltering beneath the heat of that Mississippi summer sun is a secret just itching to get out, and when it does, it just might change all their lives forever.

Patrick's cosy life as Elena's sissy housemaid Patty is about to become difficult. it all starts when Elena decides they will get married. Elena has something unusual in mind though. She expects a public display of Patty's devotion, desire and submission to her publiclyPatty reluctantly goes along with her plans for their wedding but he shows his reluctance at this and at being always subservient to her.This only serves to bring Elena's friend, the imposing femdom mistress Aretta Ademola to bring him back to his position in life. Aretta takes no prisoners when re-training a recalcitrant sissy.This story contains scenes of forced feminisation, forced bi, BDSM, humiliation and graphic scenes of a sexual nature. For adults aged over 18 or the age only or the age of maturity in your region if greater.

Corporations around the world are actively developing strategies and programs aimed at rostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, for both employees and consumers--with the desire to achieve key business results from investments in DEI. Yet, executive leaders and people managers continue to struggle with understanding the specific role they should play as allies and advocates, and what approaches effectively foster meaningful systemic change. DEI C.R.E.D.E.N.T.I.A.L explores the contours of DEI initiatives and leverages both research-informed and practical experiences to equip readers with relevant tools and techniques that will accelerate any company's DEI journey. By defining 10 key areas of focus from Equity vs. Equality to Team and Talent to Decolonization of the Mind, this book implores readers to embark on a personal and professional journey to understand how empathy and a growth mindset enables us to learn and lead more effectively. Moving from intent to action and impact is often a complex journey, and with DEI goals and metrics being the expectation from employees today, it is critical that leaders understand the C.R.E.D.E.N.TI.A.L.

THERE IS A WAY TO ACTIVATE YOUR FAITH THROUGH NEW ACTIONS THAT WILL ENABLE YOU TO REACH ANOTHER DIMENSION IN YOUR LIFE. DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU HAVE INSIDE OF YOU SOMETHING POWERFUL, AND MIGHTY, THAT CAN ENABLE YOU TO ACHIEVE GREATNESS? IT WAS GRANTED BY YOUR CREATOR AND HAS THE ABILITY TO TAKE YOU TO REACH THE LEVEL YOU WERE CREATED TO ACHIEVE! IT IS CALLED FAITH. DID YOU KNOW THAT FAITH IS VERY POWERFUL AND HAS TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL, BUT IT HAS TO BE ACTIVATED? YOU WERE NOT CREATED TO SETTLE FOR A MEANINGLESS LIFE, TO BE A FAILURE, A LOSER. THERE IS MUCH MORE FOR YOU, EVEN IF YOU'VE REACHED A GOOD LEVEL.SEVERAL YEARS AGO, I RECEIVED A REVELATION ABOUT FAITH, AND HOW TO ACTIVATE IT THAT HAS CHANGED MY LIFE ENTIRELY, ENABLING ME TO ACHIEVE THINGS I WOULD NEVER THINK I WOULD BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE! I WANT TO SHARE THIS REVELATION WITH YOU, SO YOU TOO WILL KNOW HOW FAITH WORKS, HOW IT CAN BE ACTIVATED, AND HOW YOUR GOALS BE REACHED. JESUS DECLARED IN MATTHEW 17:20...IF YOU HAVE FAITH AS OF A MUSTARD SEED. JESUS IS STATING HERE THAT FAITH IS LIKE A SEED.EVERY SEED IS MADE OF 3 PARTS: THE NUCLEUS, THE COTYLEDON, AND THE SHELL. ALL THE GENETIC MATERIAL IS INSIDE THE NUCLEUS, WHICH HAS TO BE RELEASED IN ORDER TO FULFILL THE PURPOSE IT WAS CREATED FOR. JESUS DECLARED IN JOHN 12:24: TRULY, TRULY, I SAY TO YOU, UNLESS A GRAIN OF WHEAT FALLS INTO THE EARTH AND DIES, IT REMAINS ALONE; BUT IF IT DIES, IT BEARS MUCH FRUIT. HERE HE IS TALKING ABOUT HIS OWN DEATH, USING THE ANALOGY OF ANOTHER SEED, BUT THE PRINCIPLE REMAINS THE SAME: THE SEED MUST DIE, BUT WHAT PART OF THE SEED MUST DIE? THE SHELL, LIKE WHAT HAPPENED WITH JESUS: HIS BODY (THE SHELL) DIED, RELEASING HIS SPIRIT AND HIS SOUL.IN THIS BOOK YOU WILL BE ABLE TO IDENTIFY 16 PARTS OF THE SHELL THAT ARE BLOCKING YOUR FAITH TO PRODUCE RESULTS AND TO MAKE YOU MOVE FORWARD. EACH CHAPTER HAS A TESTIMONY AND A PRAYER IN THE END, ENABLING YOU TO BREAK THE SHELL OF THE SEED OF FAITH IN YOUR LIFE AND ACHIEVE EVERYTHING YOU WERE CREATED TO ACCOMPLISH.

Psychiatrist Jack Rackham has spent years helping others cope with their emotional pain and sadness while quietly burying his own trauma: the suicide of his twin brother. But when two patients kill themselves within weeks of each other, Jack's own mind begins to unravel. Fleeing his private practice, he takes a new position at a struggling mental health clinic in Florida, only to find that his past haunts his every step as yet another patient's suicide drags him deeper into a guilt he can no longer ignore.Jack's world starts to close in. His marriage teeters on the edge, with his wife, Bonny, giving him an ultimatum to at long last confront his demons or leave. As Jack spirals, the fragile facades of his colleagues begin to crack as well. A psychoanalyst drowns in marital misery, a devout Evangelist psychiatrist hides her unspeakable secrets, a dangerously charming sociopath risks his license and a rougue social worker introduces her patients to tarot cards and spiritualism. Within the walls of this volatile clinic, everyone's struggles reflect Jack's inner turmoil, pushing him closer to a reckoning.Caught between guilt, disillusionment, and a glimmer of self-awareness, Jack finally faces Bonny-confessing to his wife his deepest fear: that he may never measure up to be the perfect person he should be. In a raw and tender moment, they make a tentative peace. But as Jack watches her drive away, he is left alone to begin the difficult journey toward acceptance and change... if he can.The Looney Bin is a darkly humorous, unflinching exploration of personal demons, professional chaos, and the rocky road to self-acceptance-where every breakthrough comes at a price.

A 31-day Bible devotional that includes pickleball tips and strategies.

'Sell It Like It's Hot: Sell Your Home In Any Market!' is here to guide you through the sometimes daunting process of selling a home. This book provides you with the knowledge and strategies necessary to sell your home quickly and profitably, regardless of market conditions. This book equips you with the essential tools and techniques to stand out from the competition and maximize the value of your home. Whether you're a seasoned homeowner or a first-time seller, this book offers practical advice tailored to your needs.You'll find detailed tips on preparing your home for sale, enhancing curb appeal, staging, and so much more! You'll learn how to highlight your property's unique features and create an irresistible first impression that captures the attention of potential buyers.You'll also learn how to analyze market trends, evaluate comparable properties, and employ effective negotiation techniques to close the deal on your terms. 'Sell It Like It's Hot: Sell Your Home In Any Market' also delves into the world of marketing and advertising, unveiling innovative strategies to reach a broader audience and generate substantial interest in your property. From leveraging online platforms to harnessing the power of social media, this book reveals the secrets to creating a compelling marketing campaign that keeps your home at the forefront of buyers' minds. Selling your home can be an emotional journey. However, with this book as your trusted companion, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence necessary to sell your home successfully in any market! So, get ready to turn up the heat and unlock the full potential of your property, transforming it into an irresistible hot potato that buyers won't be able to resist.

This is a real-life accounting of the "aging season" of one's life journey. It is also about remaining healthy during these years especially if one has a nutritional plan, and an exercise protocol, that is age-appropriate, and both of these important factors are accompanied by a hefty segment of love! Additionally, it is about creating adventure and excitement in a multitude of aging plans so that the reader can discover their own pathway to a healthy "aging season!" This does not have to be a period in one's life when each day is all about juggling doctor visits! And it should not become a time when one spends one's days at the closest park with the ducks! They, the ducks, enjoy the company and the nutritional "fix", but what do you get out of this? It is a time when your work cycle is in your rear-view mirror, and it is time for travel, adventure, creativity, companionship, and love! Think of an equilateral triangle (three equal sides) representing nutrition, exercise, and love! Finally, do not minimize the importance of a late-in-life romantic relationship! It is the "magic" medicine to pour into your IV!

Amrita, a girl from Bellingham, Washington, has a unique name that people often mispronounce causing her frustration and a desire to change it. One day, she discovers a book that sheds light on the history behind her name and her ancestors. Join Amrita on her journey as she learns more about herself and embraces her unique identity!This book can teach everyone how to stand up for themselves and celebrate their differences, even when they feel alone and different.Suitable for grades K-4.

Là où la lumière est la plus vive, les ombres sont les plus sombres... Lenna Ventura, en quête d'identité et d'aventure, est hantée par la disparition mystérieuse de son père quatorze ans auparavant. En découvrant son carnet, elle se voit propulsée au coeur d'une légende: l'Éclat d'Éternité, une relique égyptienne dont la luminescence cache une ombre funeste. Elle possède le pouvoir tant convoité de guérison, un don qui semble pouvoir défier la mort elle-même. Mais comme toute lumière, elle projette des ténèbres profondes et une malédiction qui ne demande qu'à engloutir. Dans un voyage initiatique semé d'embûches, guidée par Harrison 'Harry' Stones et accompagnée d'alliés énigmatiques, Lenna se lance à la poursuite de cet artéfact. Des pavés brumeux de Dublin aux secrets enfouis d'un temple égyptien, en passant par les catacombes suffocantes de Paris, elle affrontera énigmes et épreuves ancestrales, ténèbres envoûtantes et trahisons vertigineuses. Mais elle n'est pas seule. La Kabbale Obscure, une confrérie secrète aux intentions sinistres, est déterminée à s'emparer de l'Éclat d'Éternité pour des desseins maléfiques. Et lorsque les ombres du passé, liant la Kabbale à son père, refont surface, la quête de Lenna prend une dimension personnelle et terrifiante. À la frontière entre lumière et ténèbres, vérités et mensonges, Lenna devra embrasser son destin. Confrontée à des choix déchirants pour protéger ceux qu'elle aime, saura-t-elle demeurer dans la lumière, ou sera-t-elle consumée par les ténèbres qu'elle tente désespérément de dissiper ? Le mot de l'auteur: Dans "L'Éclat d'Éternité", j'ai tissé une épopée où la quête spirituelle de Lenna reflète nos propres batailles intérieures. Ses épreuves sont un reflet de nos incertitudes, ses aspirations et ses craintes, des échos vibrants de nos propres âmes. Chaque décision qu'elle prend, du plus insignifiant détail au choix le plus déterminant, fait écho aux dilemmes qui façonnent nos journées. La danse entre Lumière et Ténèbres, que j'ai peinte avec passion, n'illumine pas seulement les conflits épiques que nous traversons, mais éclaire également les instants les plus subtils de notre existence. Nous flirtons souvent avec l'attrait des ombres, mais mon récit est une ode à l'espérance, invitant chacun à se tourner résolument vers la lumière. Car c'est dans ces choix délibérés que notre véritable essence trouve sa rédemption. L'esprit critique est notre phare dans les brouillards de la tromperie. J'exhorte mes lecteurs à remettre en question, à s'interroger, à ne jamais se laisser leurrer par la surface des choses. Mon oeuvre est un appel vibrant à transcender les apparences, car c'est en fouillant, en scrutant et en se questionnant que nous forgeons notre propre discernement. La quête de la connaissance est une ascension délicate. Elle ne se dévoile pas instantanément, tel un rayon lumière aveuglant, mais se manifeste progressivement. Tout comme Lenna, nos héros doivent cheminer avec patience, absorbant chaque fragment de vérité, pour éviter d'être submergés. Se ruer vers une illumination sans préparation revient à s'aveugler. Entre mes lignes, je propose une réflexion sur l'Allégorie de la Caverne de Platon, évoquant la progression graduelle vers la connaissance, une démarche qui requiert attention et perspicacité pour être pleinement assimilée. Je vous convie à un voyage enrichissant, où suspense et introspection se tissent étroitement. Chaque page a été écrite comme une étape de cette noble quête vers la Lumière, et j'y ai infusé le meilleur de mon essence créatrice. Embarquez à mes côtés et découvrez la magie de l'éveil. Nathan G.G.https: //www.instagram.com/ng_guerin/

Le livre de Gratien RUKINDIKIZA est un témoignage privilégié de l'histoire récente du Burundi, principalement celle de 1993.Grâce à ses connaissances de l'armée, il livre des versions souvent méconnues du public burundais. L'histoire du Burundi post indépendant regorge des non dits, de mensonges. Les évènements de 1965, 1969, 1972, 1988 et 1993 sont décrits avec du recul.L'auteur apporte une grande compréhension des circonstances de l'assassinat du Président NDADAYE et de ses collaborateurs. Il a analysé les méandres de la trahison. Le Président Melchior NDADAYE n'a pas été trahi seulement par son armée, mais aussi par une partie de son entourage.

The glory of prophecy is not in prophecy but in the fulfillment of the prophecy. There are many believers who believe in prophecy but do not know how to turn their prophecy into fulfillment. The gift of prophecy, the prophetic and the office of the prophets recently come under such scrutiny and questioning among believers. The prophetic and the office of the prophet have been misunderstood. Some claim that the office of the prophet, the gift of prophecy and the prophetic are no longer in existence in our days but what does the Bible say about the prophetic, the gift of prophecy, turning your prophecy into fulfillment and the office of the prophet? The answers to these timely questions are all found in this book.