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Back home at last, Jake has discovered the ups and downs to his not so normal family life. When a pretend boyfriend scheme intended to help his younger stepsister Kate gain confidence ends up going completely off the rails, he gets to know her better than he ever would have expected. It’s all happening right under the nose of his stepmother, Rebecca. Unfortunately, she isn’t the only person Jake and Kate have to look out for. When Jaimie, Jake’s older stepsister, begins to grow suspicious of how much time he and Kate are spending together, the situation begins to fray at the edges. ...

Selected by the Modern Library as one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time. Described by the Chicago Tribune as "a classic", The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt stands as one of the greatest biographies of our time. The publication of The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt on September 14th, 2001 marks the 100th anniversary of Theodore Roosevelt becoming president.

In Evicted, Princeton sociologist and MacArthur “Genius” Matthew Desmond follows eight families in Milwaukee as they each struggle to keep a roof over their heads. Hailed as “wrenching and revelatory” (The Nation), “vivid and unsettling” (New York Review of Books), Evicted transforms our understanding of poverty and economic exploitation while providing fresh ideas for solving one of twenty-first-century America’s most devastating problems. Its unforgettable scenes of hope and loss remind us of the centrality of home, without which nothing else is possible.

In Palaces for the People, Eric Klinenberg suggests a way forward. He believes that the future of democratic societies rests not simply on shared values but on shared spaces: the libraries, synagogues, and parks where crucial, sometimes life-saving connections, are formed. These are places where people gather, making friends across group lines and strengthening the entire community. Klinenberg calls this the “social infrastructure”: When it is strong, neighborhoods flourish; when it is neglected, as it has been in recent years, families and individuals must fend for themselves.

Getting heard is a tricky business: It’s what you say and how you show up, filtered through your audience’s assumptions and biases—and maybe even your own. For women, people of color, immigrants, and queer folks, there’s often a dissonance between how you speak and how we collectively think powerful people should speak: like the wealthy white men who’ve historically been in charge. But, fortunately, the sound of power is changing.

Make Authentic Connections, Stand Out, and Drive Real Results “Selling with Stories” reveals the secrets behind using storytelling to build trust, make genuine connections, and boost your business success. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, marketer, or salesperson, this book will show you how to leverage your unique life experiences to stand out and succeed. No fluff—just effective storytelling strategies to transform your sales game. The techniques in this book have helped professionals at top companies connect with their audience and win more business. What You’ll Learn In this ...

Since the end of World War II, the United States has set out to oust governments in the Middle East on an average of once per decade - in places as diverse as Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan (twice), Egypt, Libya, and Syria. The reasons for these interventions have also been extremely diverse, and the methods by which the United States pursued regime change have also been highly varied, ranging from diplomatic pressure alone to outright military invasion and occupation

When David finds an illicit internet video of a MILF starlet who looks suspiciously like Lori, the woman of the house, he’s left reeling with confusion… and strangely aroused. Of course, he knows it can’t be possibly be her. She's just too sweet and innocent. She runs bake sales for his high school and gently kisses him on the forehead in the morning. But he can’t get the video out of his head. It’s disgusting and dirty and the hottest thing he’s ever seen. With only the title of the video and the username of the uploader to go on, David turns to Isa, his internet savvy neighbor...

I have a show coming up when I get back to school from fall break. Simon catches me rehearsing lines in the living room the night before I have to leave, and offers to help me read lines. He's standing at the banister, beaming at me with pride, his strong arms crossed. He's wearing that white t-shirt and boxers combo he always wears around the house. Sometimes I wish he’d just take the shirt off. Boxers too. Soon, we're reading the pivotal romantic scene together, falling into character. My heart starts racing, wondering, hoping that the deeper Simon gets into character, the deeper he'll ...

Are you interested in a career in politics? Do you dream of one day becoming the leader of the free world? If so, "The Road to the White House" is the perfect guide for you. This comprehensive ebook covers everything you need to know about getting into politics and working your way up the ranks to the presidency. From understanding the political landscape and developing your political philosophy, to building relationships and gaining experience, "The Road to the White House" provides practical advice and tips for achieving your political goals. The ebook also covers key skills such as ...

An eye-opening investigation into how our ever-expanding urban highways accelerated inequality and fractured communities—and a call for a more just, sustainable path forward.

The complete and uncut collection of the “Natural Hormone Therapy” series, by Anya Merchant. Ben Murdock is a healthy young man with a very hard problem. Lacking options, he goes into Dr. Kimberly Heart’s office for a thorough checkup. She diagnoses him with a severe hormone imbalance and introduces him to a new, hands-on therapy. Ben’s treatment needs to be applied at regular intervals, and the only one around capable of administering it is the sexy woman of the house. Almost immediately, it becomes clear that she’s going to have to swallow her pride and keep a very open mind. ...

Hi there! Here are Books 6 through 10 of my newest series: “Horny Husbands, Humiliated Housewives,” all neatly bundled for your reading pleasure! In my experience, there are multitudes of husbands out there who, on the one hand, love their wives dearly—and in every way. Sadly, when it comes down to sex-stuff, these wives often let modesty, innocence, or conservative morals get in the way of giving their husband some of what they truly want—even if it’s naughty, kinky, or just plain dirty. Hey, guys like ‘dirty’—it’s how they roll. If only their wives could let them take ...

United States Senator Cory Booker makes the case that the virtues of empathy, responsibility, and action must guide our nation toward a brighter future. Raised in northern New Jersey, Cory Booker went to Stanford University on a football scholarship, accepted a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford University, then studied at Yale Law School. Graduating from Yale, his options were limitless. He chose public service.

Theodore Rex is the story—never fully told before—of Theodore Roosevelt’s two world-changing terms as President of the United States. A hundred years before the catastrophe of September 11, 2001, “TR” succeeded to power in the aftermath of an act of terrorism.

Through clear-eyed essays and vibrant conversations, infused with data and poetry, Ayana Elizabeth Johnson guides us through solutions and possibilities at the nexus of science, policy, culture, and justice. Visionary farmers and financiers, architects and advocates, help us conjure a flourishing future, one worth the effort it will take—from every one of us, with whatever we have to offer—to create.

In this fascinating foray into the centuries-old relationship between science and military power, acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and writer-researcher Avis Lang examine how the methods and tools of astrophysics have been enlisted in the service of war. "The overlap is strong, and the knowledge flows in both directions," say the authors, because astrophysicists and military planners care about many of the same things: multi-spectral detection, ranging, tracking, imaging, high ground, nuclear fusion, and access to space. Tyson and Lang call it a "curiously complicit" alliance.

It's the ultimate road trip. Legendary investor Jim Rogers and his fiancee travel to 116 countries in a custom-built, four-wheel-drive, bright yellow Mercedes. Over three years, they make their way through war zones, are guarded by military convoys, observe a 50-million-person pilgrimage, eat disgusting food, put the car on barges for transport between countries, and have their lives threatened at every turn.

Mark Arax is from a family of Central Valley farmers, a writer with deep ties to the land who has watched the battles over water intensify even as California lurches from drought to flood and back again. In The Dreamt Land, he travels the state to explore the one-of-a-kind distribution system, built in the 1940s, '50s and '60s, that is straining to keep up with California's relentless growth. The Dreamt Land weaves reportage, history and memoir to confront the "Golden State" myth in riveting fashion.

As cultural hostility toward Christianity intensifies, many Christians have grown more reluctant to advocate for biblical values in the public square. But our perseverance for the common good—a good defined by God alone—is more important than ever in a culture that embraces darkness. When Culture Hates You is a call for Christians to unashamedly pursue righteousness in society out of our love for others.