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Kenpo Perspectives: The Diversity of American Kenpo is filled with a wealth of information for all American Kenpo practitioners and instructors around the world. American Kenpo founder Ed Parker said, “Every Kenpo black belt is a style unto himself.” Every person is different and each person who studies Parker’s system creates his own style of that system. This book illustrates that concept while displaying the common ground found within the system, and also provides a lot of insight from many different perspectives for those who truly want to dive into the inner workings of the ...

Daymion Myers has been locked up for seventeen long years; when he is finally set free, the only thing on his mind is finding his son, Dreighton, before the streets suck him in completely. But Dreighton has been in the clutches of the enemy and they aren’t willing to let him go so easily. With murder and mayhem on his mind, Daymion decides to keep his release a secret until he runs into an old cell mate who had vowed to help him. Together they plan the ultimate heist. But when Daymion tries to draw the enemy out, he realizes they are closer than he thought. In order to keep from getting ...

Colonel Fitzwilliam has always been a ladies’ man, confident and suave. But when his heart falls for the recently widowed Charlotte Collins, he discovers all of his experience does him little good. And as he prepares to depart for war in the Americas, he fears he is leaving Charlotte behind at Pemberley with a more dangerous foe—one he does not know how to fight. Charlotte Collins, ill prepared to understand the workings of a heart that has been touched, is determined to find a way to provide a new life for her and her unborn child. But as she quietly observes the daily, tender ...

They say love ain't’ always complicated but for Candi she never had a pure love. After getting into with family, she becomes homeless, and all she knows to do is use what she got to get what she wants. Being a plus-size baddie, getting what she wants and needs is much easier than she thought it would be. Candi became a BBW male fantasy girl. She doesn't call herself a prostitute because her client treats her like royalty. North Koch is a player who has never met a woman who could take his breath away. He was the type to be in and out of many women's beds, but he would never commit. Well ...

Discover the surprising side of American history—stories of mistakes that helped shape our country and teach us important lessons. This audiobook takes you through some of the biggest blunders in American history, from the early days of our nation to more recent challenges. These aren’t just small slip-ups; they are events that led to social unrest, economic problems, close calls during the Cold War, and more.

Four people face a winter storm in the wilderness. Two have lost their way. One has lost his purpose and one has lost his soul. Headed home for Christmas vacation, Ruthie, a quiet professor, crosses paths with Moose, a football coach, on an icy, blocked road in Western North Carolina. Amid a winter storm, they unknowingly take shelter in a killer’s hideout. Escaping under fire, they flee into a frozen, snow-covered forest. Trying to find their way out and shake the murderer, they dodge bullets each day until the temperature drops and the world turns quiet. Then, they set up camps to ...

Embark on an enthralling journey where each story is a thread in the vast tapestry of the United States’ legacy. This collection of 101 true tales masterfully narrates the pivotal events and influential figures that have carved the nation’s path from its rugged colonial beginnings to its current standing on the world stage. Discover what happened to the early Jamestown settlers, witness the Night of Terror, and explore important and legendary figures in US history such as George Washington and Frederick Douglass.

Raelyn and Caesar have faced their fair share of trials and tribulations throughout their relationship. However their love is put to the ultimate test when past demons come back to haunt them. Can this power couple triumph despite their many obstacles? Canyon and Symba are just trying to make it, but it proves to be easier said than done--especially when a former girlfriend isn't ready to let go. Will Symba be able to tolerate his ratchet ass ex? All the trouble may not be worth the headache in the end. Blue made the worst mistake of her life by cheating on Lamont, but is it too late to ...

In The Way of Tenderness, Zen priest Zenju Earthlyn Manuel brings Buddhist philosophies of emptiness and appearance to bear on race, sexuality, and gender, using wisdom forged through personal experience and practice to rethink problems of identity and privilege.

Bree Capri is a YouTuber with millions of subscribers. When it comes to recommending the newest makeup, she’s your best bet. However, when it comes to her love life, she can’t seem to figure it out. Bree is scared of commitment. Anything that has to do with committing scares her. Like, her three-year relationship with her boyfriend, Mike Manning. While Mike wants nothing more than to marry Bree, have children and live their life together, Bree gets hives at the thought of spending forever with one person.

Things are going well for Ty until a sudden betrayal sends everything into a downward spiral. In the midst of the unfathomable transgression, Ty loses all control and there's nothing she won't do to rectify the wrong. But will she be able to save her loved ones from I'm imminent death or will time run out, leaving her soul shattered? Meanwhile, Bo finds himself entrenched in a lifestyle that he's not fully prepared for. At every corner, there's a new opponent he must face in order to retain his name and respect. Will Bo finally meet his match or could he refuse to take a "L" no matter what ...

After being heartbroken by Cage, Angelina & her Collection, The Linas, build an alliance with The Minks, the female Wolves led by Flow’s ex-girlfriend, that will prove to be deadly. To deal with the public blood feasts that The Linas and The Minks are creating, Cage must enlist the help of his Frenemy, Onion. This task proves more challenging than Cage realizes because although Onion needs Cage’s help against Angelina too, it’s not his sole focus. Onion still has his eyes on the bigger prize, Angelina herself. As Cage tries to navigate his way as the Vampire King by leading The ...

Raised in complete poverty, 14-year-old Banks Wales' world is rocked when his mother is murdered. If not for his best friend Mason, the son of a kingpin, Banks would be alone. One rich, the other poor, the two do their best to stay alive and navigate the murderous streets of Baltimore. There's one problem. Banks' father sees the young king's affluent lifestyle as a reminder that he is lacking as a father and a man. So he makes a vicious move. One that puts his and Banks' life in extreme danger.

AN EPIC AND UNFORGETTABLE LOVE STORY FROM BESTSELLING AUTHOR, JADE JONES Asia AKA "Pocahontas" is as far from good as anyone can get. Treacherous, backstabbing, ratchet, and manipulative, she spends her days and nights breaking the fragile hearts and fat pockets of her sponsors, trying to maintain her lifestyle through any means necessary. From turning tricks to burning houses down, Poca can go from petty to extreme in the blink of an eye, and with her “career” as a full-time stripper, a new love interest, and the usual drama that seems to follow her wherever she goes, she always has ...

Gear up for a frightful jaunt into the darkest reaches of the ancient Appalachians. Folk deep within Appalachian hollers lean close to share stories of the inexplicable with hushed awe. Monsters rumbling in the hills. Strange lights darting through the pitch-black night sky. Horrible occurrences, almost ineffable in their bizarre tragedy. "Tall tales," you might say. But tell that to the Flatwoods monster in Braxton County, West Virginia.

Are you a citizen of the United States who lives abroad? Maybe you're thinking about moving from the United States, and aren't sure how this affects your tax filing requirements. Or perhaps you have been tax non-compliant for many years, and don't know how to get caught up with the US government without incurring huge fees. You could be a self-employed "digital nomad" who works from many different countries, moving wherever you want at your leisure.

Get over 200 fun, informative, and unique trivia questions about Native Americans! Are you a trivia buff? Do you love to learn new things? Have you always wanted to know more about Native American culture? If so, then this is the audiobook for you! You can match your skills against challenging trivia questions about topics like Native American leaders, major battles, artwork, religions, and languages. See how you measure up to the experts across 10 chapters packed to the brim with amazing lore, incredible facts, and fantastic puzzles.

CJ is devastated when he comes home to find Tamika on the floor unconscious and leaking blood from several execution-style gunshot wounds. As he holds her in his arms tearfully begging God not to take her away, he already knows that if she dies, he is going to turn Newark, New Jersey, into a killing field. Raheem has just lost the love of his life to suicide, and although he is grieving, nothing can get in the way of him helping CJ go up against a foe as ruthless as any he has ever faced before.

Mustafa AKA Tubb is a major player on the local drug scene. He’s tough and street smart, but he does have one major weakness, which is women. When his wife catches him with two strippers in their bedroom she moves out with his kids. Shortly thereafter his trap house is mysteriously robbed, and he winds up back in prison on a parole violation. Just as he thinks he has hit rock bottom, he finds out that his best friend Blast has been sleeping with his wife. This could lead to bodies stacked on top of each other. Mustafa meets the woman of his dreams. She takes no shyt at all and she's loyal...

What if his years at sea weren’t about running away but searching for a true home? Captain Elijah Miller has always needed to prove himself—and always hated the snooty British. Oh, how satisfying it is showing the world his clipper is the fastest anywhere by racing tea from China straight up the Thames...and earning a fortune in the doing! The secret to success for Isaac Chavers, second-in-command of one of Britain’s leading firms, is simple. Humility. Hard work. With little tolerance for arrogance and even less for sailors, he’s horrified when his future depends on convincing the ...