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Hollywood, the late 1940's. Actress and stuntwoman Alivia Chambers is brought in to the police for questioning on account of a witness observing something humanly impossible on the set while filming a rather unusual motion picture. As things begin to unfold, Los Angeles police detective Alan Madison becomes privy (for a time at least) to certain details of a story which has its origins long ago... once upon a realm... a story of two extraordinary women... a story you likely wouldn't believe. Ariel Archer and C.J. Pearson bring you a Kindle Vella original with connections to both the Once ...

What if the Beatles wrote “Help!” in the age of anxiety—or “Eleanor Rigby” in a world obsessed with connection but drowning in loneliness? Yesterday, Today reimagines 20 of the most iconic Beatles songs through a modern lens. From social media and mental health to shifting cultural values, this book explores what these timeless tracks might look and sound like if they were written in today's world. Author Steven Michaels, a longtime musician and English teacher, has spent more than two decades guiding teenagers through Beatles lyrics—uncovering new interpretations and emotional ...

Set in modern day Japan and during Obon—the most supernatural of Japanese holidays, a time when the dead return for a short visit—Tonbo is a story of English conversation teacher, Jezzy Dubois from Louisiana, U.S.A., who has grown weary of her job but loves living in Japan and doesn’t want to leave it. She visits a local shrine to seek the advice of the nature gods, and in the days that follow a series of unexplainable events occur and culminate in a suspenseful encounter that has Jezzy calling on deepest instincts to find her way out as unseen forces provide guidance and support.

Uncover the mysteries of the ancient Mayan culture by exploring their sophisticated mathematical and astronomical knowledge, also, learn about how the Maya used numbers for simple counting, timekeeping, and astronomical observations. Discover how the Mayan calendar and numeric systems were used to determine the cycles of the seasons and the movement of the stars, and how they helped the Maya to identify favorable days for planting and harvesting crops. With this book as your guide, you’ll appreciate the Mayans’ mathematical acumen and the legacy they left behind.

............ Understand Indian Culture, and ............ ....... Communicate effectively with Indians ....... This book is about Indian Culture, focusing on workplace behavior. This book acts as a cross-cultural trainer for non-Indians. If you are visiting India for business, it prepares you well to enjoy your trip. This is a good companion book to India Travel Guides. It provides guidance to people who want to interact with Indians effectively. This book analyzes the impact of Indian Culture on the workplace behavior of Indians. It provides insight into how that particular behavior evolved...

In the quiet suburbs, everyone has something to hide… Seth Verman returns home as an exonerated killer. Once condemned for a brutal double murder, now cleared and hailed as a symbol of justice overturned. With friendly smiles and backyard barbecues, the neighborhood cautiously welcomes Seth back into its fold. Yet behind picket-fence hospitality, whispers about the past grow louder. Is the handsome man next door truly innocent, or is a monster lurking behind his affable facade? Aden Weaver is a disgraced writer clinging to the truth like a lifeline. Once celebrated for his sharp pen and ...

What does the world really think about America? For decades, the United States has been admired, criticized, imitated, and debated. It’s the birthplace of Hollywood, fast food, and global pop culture. But beyond the stereotypes, how do people across the globe actually see America—and Americans? Award-winning journalist René Zografos spent seven years interviewing thousands of people from all seven continentsto uncover the truth about America’s global reputation. In this fascinating book, you’ll hear perspectives from everyday citizens, world travelers, and even celebrities like ...

The Woke Movement Book 1 of The Potomac Swamp Series In The Woke Movement, TD Barnes unpacks the origins, rise, and backlash against the modern woke movement. From Critical Race Theory and gender politics to cancel culture and corporate virtue signaling, this book exposes the cultural forces reshaping American institutions and driving political division. Drawing on deep research and firsthand experience, Barnes reveals how cultural activism evolved into a political battlefield—transforming schools, corporations, the military, and media into instruments of ideological warfare. The Woke ...

Do you crochet? If so, then CROCHET SECRETS, an inspirational handbook is what you need! Get real solutions to the many not-so-great things that happen during your crochet journey. In other words… it gets you out of a RUT! The easy to apply solutions offers you the Crocheter: • Common mistakes to avoid that so many of us make while crafting a project. • Become even more inspired while finishing a project. • Learn ways to relax during your crochet time and • Gain an appreciation of the importance of instructions Little known fact…crochet as a needle art has been around for more ...

This reference is excellent for beginners or people seeking general knowledge about the subject matter. It contains 20 books on Organizational Culture, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Design and Structure, Organizational Diversity, Job Satisfaction, Work-Life Balance, Absenteeism, Employee Empowerment, Employee Pay and Compensation, Toxic Leadership., Inventory Control, Quality Assurance, Maintenance Programs, Research and Development, Supply Chain Management, Human Resource Management, Risk Management, Behavior Based Safety, Labor Unions, and Non Profit Organizations.

Lost civilization. Ancient secrets. A fast-paced adventure where danger lurks around every corner. While exploring ancient ruins nestled deep in the lush Guatemalan jungle, a team of international archaeologists makes a stunning discovery. They find a sprawling network of tunnels and caves filled with man-made structures, intricately carved stone statues, inscriptions and murals that hint at the mythical Mayan underworld, Xibalba. Eager to learn more about the shadowy place, they descend further underground and stumble upon hidden passageways that seem to stretch forever, treasure-laden ...

Inspired by TRUE Events! - In a historical with romance, action-adventure, family, foreign and national intrigue between the U.S. and the Soviet Union, all kinds of exciting things...Through blizzards, gale-force winds, temperatures falling below -80, and over 700 miles of death-dealing terrain, teams of brave men and courageous and smart dogs of in dominatable fighting spirit, mush sleds across the Alaska wilderness, in an around the clock relay, race with lifesaving serum for 11,000 plague-ravaged people inaccessible by everything, but death and their determined rescuers, warring with the...

The first time Dieter Schmidt meets Mad Maggie is at a blockade on a logging road. He’s there to threaten the local First Nations band with court action if they don’t allow his client’s heavy equipment access to Deadman’s Island. Maggie emerges from the forest, but rather than chastise the lawyer for his part in trying to replace this unique ecosystem of magnificent old-growth trees with a housing development, she gives him an ultimatum. She will cure his yet-to-be-diagnosed terminal cancer if he saves the trees. Dieter dismisses Maggie's prediction as the delusions of someone ...

Born to immigrant parents and facing the turbulence of an emotionally unstable father, Marisella’s life is anything but ordinary. In Marisella: A Cinderella Tale, readers are invited on a tender and evocative journey of a young girl’s resilience, love for her heritage, and quest for belonging in a world filled with uncertainty. From her earliest memories, Marisella navigates the harsh realities of her parents’ relentless work ethic and the storms of her father’s struggles. At just three years old, her life changes when her Italian grandparents arrive, transforming their modest urban...

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The Best and the Worst Concert Ever: Why The Warning is Awesome, is an essay about a concert that was, as the title says, the best, and yet the worst concert ever. From writer James J. Caterino. the author of Cool Stuff, Reviews and Essays, True Stories, True Stories 2, Escape to Nowhere, and much more.

At the Tan Yards, Victor Prizeman bends everyone to his will. Then he surprises them by saying his forefathers worked there as tanners. Next the narrator tells a tale about the Prizeman clan, and how their patriarch met his end. And back in the present, history appears to be repeating itself when Victor demands that he light the annual Halloween bonfire. The Tan Yards is a story that will delight fans of horror, as well as those with a special place in their hearts for Halloween. Now with a Five Star editorial review from Readers' Favorite

"The masterful art of chess, Kung-fu sword play, and the sweet science of boxing are all hip-hop expressions that connect us universally. Beatboxing tells the story. It's razor sharp."—Masta Killa, Wu-Tang Clan Step into a world of rap moguls turned fight promoters, boxers turned rappers, and rappers turned boxers. From Mike Tyson to Tupac, from Roy Jones Jr. to J. Prince, explore how a cultural collision forever altered the relationship between music, race, sports, and politics. Daryl McDonald of Run-DMC once said that the rhyme Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee! The hands can’t...

In an era of unprecedented change, the most successful organizations understand a fundamental truth: genuine employee wellbeing isn't just a nice-to-have perk—it's a strategic advantage. In this groundbreaking work, acclaimed organizational researcher Dr. Jonathan H. Westover presents a comprehensive blueprint for building thriving workplaces where both people and purpose flourish. Drawing on cutting-edge research and decades of practical experience, The Wellbeing Advantage offers leaders at all levels actionable strategies to navigate the complexities of today's volatile business ...

Calefact lies in ruins, Dux has been burnt to the ground, and the rest of Cromorna is facing bombardment from the Tun Imperial Navy. If they are to avoid genocide, they will need an army to defend them but the greatest army in Evigone once belonged to the tsars. James Stone has murdered a senior officer and killed another with a sword in the Circle of Fire. He has committed treason by freeing Cromornan traitors. What began as a promising career in the Green Hussars has ended in betrayal and death. He’s is on the run again. But this time, he’s on the right side.