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Lysander Theroux has always been ordered around by his mother and head of the Deadlights Cove witch Coven, Ostara. In the best interest of the Coven, he puts his ego aside, glad he at least has an escape from the crushing pressure in his band, The Lost Talisman.Maisie Douglass has been living a double life for years. Abovewater, she uses a fake name in town to hide her true identity. Underwater, she plays the dutiful heir to the throne, the eldest daughter of the overbearing Ronan, King of the Sea Nymphs.When their controlling parents announce they've both arranged marriages for their children to increase their magical powers - Lysander to a bear shifter, and Maisie to a demon - they've finally gone too far.Together, Lys and Maisie will pretend to be in a serious relationship so their parents will back off the whole arranged marriage thing - simple enough, right?True to the town's history, nothing ever goes to plan.--Follow Lysander and Maisie's story, along with the quirky band of local misfits, in Deadlights Cove Book 4, Pier Pressure. Each Deadlights Cove book follows a new couple, but the series is best read in order. Get caught up first with Smoke Show (Book 1, Petra and Blaze), Deja Brew (Book 2, Nimue and Kit), and Wing and A Miss (Book 3, Selene and Ryker).

ARE YOU A PRODUCT OWNER BUT NO ONE TOLD YOU HOW TO SUCCEED AT THE JOB?Has it been a struggle to produce value and get recognition within your company? Do you go into Agile Ceremonies unclear about what you're trying to accomplish and how to deliver? Are you tired of "grinding it out," hoping that the next Sprint Demonstration won't be a disaster with no end in sight?The Rock Star Product Owner's Manual shows you how to accelerate your career, deliver value, and wow your organization.Through stories from his decades of working with small to Fortune 500 companies, Matt shows you the fastest and most effective way to get a FLOOD of amazing results, conquer every Agile Ceremony, avoid the pitfalls, and deliver the customer value that will drive strong profits and elevate your career as a Product Owner.This book will solve the mysteries of: - Why User Stories are like donuts- What to avoid during the daily Standup- How to deliver impressive Sprint Demonstrations- When to step forward and take credit- How to get your team the recognition it deserves- Why avoid short-term thinking- The trap of technical debt and why you don't want to fall behind- The cost of a poor reputation- How to prepare for Big Room Planning- The value of making the right allies- Why shielding your team will help them deliver moreIf you want to leave being average behind and be a Rock Star Product Owner who delivers insane value, gets the hottest projects, the fattest bonuses, and the most executive recognition... then grab this book now

Dr. Paul Miller shares proven insights and methods on how to transform outcomes for disadvantaged Black and brown youth. Beginning with a personal exploration of lived experience, historical context, and cultural messaging, he clearly outlines the methods that have delivered a 95% graduation rate for his schools year after year. This acclaimed second edition includes a full social-emotional lesson plan to help teachers and administrators deliver a mindset shift that engages their students from the heart up.

This is a story about two brothers, Jaxon and Titan, who learn about the beauty and magnificence of the colors black and brown.They learn that black and brown crayons are just as beautiful and important as all other crayon colors, even when other kids at school make fun of them for believing so. They are also given a lesson about self-love, by being reminded of the many beautiful, black and brown things all around them, including their hair and eyes, and especially their skin.Co-authors Yasmine and Kendy, parents of Jaxon and Titan, are thrilled to share this inspiring message with their sons and with other parents and children whom they hope to inspire.

Surviving the jungle will be easy.Surviving each other won't be. Hired as a gardener for the sprawling Neubauer estate, Tom Hartigan thinks his days of adventure are over. But when the Neubauer's willful daughter Tess, leaves without explanation, it falls on Tom to find her. The task was easy enough . . . until he wakes up in handcuffs, bound for South America. It's 1912, and while society (and her mother) expect only polite manners and a good marriage from her, Tess has other ambitions. Convinced she knows the location of a lost city, she's determined to find it. If she can, she might be able to secure her greatest ambition: to be the first woman admitted to the Royal Geographic Society. Armed with a map, compass, and several pounds of coffee, it'll take more than one surly Irish gardener to stop her. Penniless and far from home, Tom is now stuck with this defiant heiress. Worse, she refuses to fight fair. He reluctantly agrees to help. But keeping a girl who is as clumsy as she is unusual safe might be more than he can manage. They could make the discovery of a lifetime, if they can just survive each other.

This collection of new poetry captures romantic and sensual love in all its heart-pounding, wild, deep, and serene forms. These artfully-crafted poems trace the arc of lifelong love employing vivid imagery of nature and the sea. These 50 poems are rich, inviting, and accessible, and will reverberate in your soul long after the last words are savored.

When we consider the benefits of clear speech to the student and to his or her associates on the job, in the community, in stores and offices which are a part of everyone's daily routine, then we understand why, if the potential of any individual is lost because of a language barrier, we are all losers. This book can help create the skills that enable all of us to win!

'Told with heart and vibrant energy, A Dangerous Land is action packed and brimming with love. Marisa Jones' debut deftly combines the sweetest romance with the tough realities of war, colonialism and racism. Amelia and Daniel leap from the page. Jones is a next-gen Belinda Alexandra.' KIM KELLY, author of This Red Earth. New Guinea, 1941Australian aviatrix Amelia McKenzie's love for her Pacific Island home of New Guinea is as strong as her love for Daniel, a mixed-race pilot her parents disapprove of. Lucky for her parents, the Pacific War is looming and women are being evacuated to Australia, forcing Amelia to leave Daniel behind. Rejected by the Australian Army because of his colour, Daniel must find a way to defend his home from Japanese invasion and is willing to do whatever it takes. Meanwhile, Amelia is torn between her love for Daniel, her family and her country. She refuses to leave but when the Japanese attack their town, Amelia and Daniel suddenly become trapped and must separate. They embark on harrowing treks across New Guinea's remote jungles, including the notorious Kokoda Trail - facing treacherous mountains, tribal warfare and the threat of the Japanese lurking around every bend. They soon realise it's not just the war that's keeping them apart, and that they must fight harder to be together. But even the toughest fights require sacrifice. Are they willing to give up everything they know to find a way back to each other? For fans of Natasha Lester and Sara Ackerman comes this World War Two historical novel based on true events from the Pacific War in New Guinea.

Welcome to Shroomy Coloring Book - an adult coloring book featuring 50 quirky and whimsical illustrations of magic mushrooms, each with its own unique and expressive face! Indulge in your creativity and imagination as you add your own colorful twists to these mind-expanding fungi. Whether you're a fan of mushrooms or love exploring their playful personalities, Shroomy offers a fun and relaxing way to unwind and get lost in the magical world of mushrooms. Grab your coloring pencils and let your creativity run wild as you delve into the quirky world of Shroomy!

THE PAST IS YOUR PLAYGROUND. RESERVE A TIME HOPPER NEAR YOU!When are you from? A phrase common among the time-traveling guests of Spacetime Defenders: Resort and Theme Parks, the world's only tourist destination located in the mysterious distant future. The resort boasts six amusement parks scattered across iconic eras in history, from ancient Egypt to Feudal Japan.In this future, time travel isn't the only technical marvel. Cognitive Governance connects a person's mind with the surrounding technology, making interactions natural and seamless-like an extension of one's own body. As blissful guests board Time Hoppers and travel to the parks, Brock Rivera, the staff member in charge of Cognitive Governance for the resort, receives a rare alert through his neural connection. His gut says trouble is brewing. However, every attempt to warn his supervisor falls on deaf ears. An impending disaster is coming... and the fate of the entire timeline is at stake.

Entrepreneurialism is an uphill-or mountainous-battle filled with new challenges every day. Having come from Moldova's early days of democracy, Serguei Melnik has always thrived on adversity, studying hard and chasing opportunities. While in law school, Serguei made a promise that he would hike Mount Kilimanjaro with his friend when they'd earned $1 million. That mountain became a symbol for every challenge Serguei would face, from fraudulent company partners to arriving poor in the US to the challenge of growing his family. Through all of these trials and successes, Serguei held tight to his integrity and followed his intuition to achieve personal and professional success. You can follow the verses of Vladimir Vysotsky in the song about a True Friend, climbing to the business pinnacle is the same as climbing to the mountain summit, just during that process, the true colors of the individuals next to you can be seen....If he didn't complain or whineClenching teeth through entire climbWhen you suddenly slipped and fellHis hands fought with the rope but heldIf he acted as if at warAt the summit he swayed with aweDoesn't matter what he might seemYou can place all your trust in him

Have you ever wondered why millions worldwide follow the QAnon conspiracy theory? Have you wondered why this theory has managed to hold the attention of several people? Do you want to know how to help others whose minds may have been consumed by QAnon or any other conspiracy theory? Then this book is for you. QAnon is currently one of the most controversial conspiracy theories, with millions of followers worldwide. But is QAnon just another conspiracy theory? Why are so many people drawn to it? More importantly, how can we cope with and help those who have become ardent followers of this theory?Author T.L. Barkley provides an in-depth guide to the QAnon conspiracy theory and its origins. Barkley also explores the psychological factors that make people susceptible to this and other conspiracy theories and how QAnon exploits those vulnerabilities. Drawing on personal experiences and extensive research, Barkley offers a practical, evidence-based approach, including online resources to help QAnon followers, their families, and friends break free from the conspiracy theory's grip. The author outlines strategies that family and friends can use to approach loved ones with understanding and compassion without reinforcing the conspiracy theory's narrative."Why QAnon" is an essential guide for anyone seeking to better understand QAnon and its followers. With its evidence-based approach and clear writing style, this book provides a valuable resource for families, friends, and professionals looking to help their loved ones deprogram from the world of conspiracy theories and rebuild their lives.

Dust Dragons is a heartfelt and imaginative children's picture book.This picture book takes readers and listeners on an adventure that explores a world within our own, where three dragon best friends learn a lesson as they quest for the Mountain of Peace. There is a simple lesson of bravery for the child and a deeper and more heartfelt lesson of enjoying the journey for the reader. Enjoy captivating full-color artwork as the story of Thread, Thunder, and Speck unfolds across the pages.