Virtual Culture

Unfiltered True Short Stories from the Modern Business Are you tired of wading through corporate self-help books filled with recycled advice and worn-out clichés? Cubicles, Coffee, and Corporate Candy shatters the mold, delivering an unapologetically raw look into the real stories that define today's corporate world.Step Behind the Cubicle Curtain Author Mohamad Chahine compiles a riveting collection of 90 authentic short stories, each one a window into the unfiltered realities of modern business life. These aren't hypothetical scenarios or overblown success tales—they're genuine ...

Unlock the extraordinary potential of kindness with "Creating a Culture of Care," a transformative journey into the profound impact of small, caring actions. This inspiring eBook delves into the power of empathy and mindful awareness, revealing how simple gestures and thoughtful interactions can create ripples of positive change. Embark on a path to cultivate a caring mindset, where empathy becomes second nature and everyday life is filled with opportunities for compassion. Learn the art of connection through acknowledgment, small acts of kindness, and genuine presence, as you reinforce ...

Volume 5 of the House of Mystery Interviews Series will focus on theories that go against the scientific facts that we have learned over many generations of the human race. There is something uniquely intriguing about a good conspiracy theory. They tell tales of heroes, villains, and alternative realities. Conspiracy theories represent secret knowledge: real or not, and there is something very pleasing about having supposed insider knowledge. Because of their entertainment value, you can find conspiracy theories everywhere. Implausibility doesn’t make conspiracy theories less entertaining...

Shooting stars don't land. They're meteors, bits of rock that burn up in the atmosphere. The meteors Lannes saw landed in the Kenned Valley and flew up into the stars. They weren't meteors at all. They were alien spacecraft. Until he peeked over the edge of the valley, Lannes had never seen a machine that could fly or people without fur. If the aliens had stayed in the valley, they might have been safe. But they didn't. They assumed the Cadorie were too primitive to be a problem. In an all-out war, the Cadorie don’t stand a chance against the invading aliens. They don’t even have ...

Essays Include: Maya. The Beast. IoB. CV. The True Enemy. 1 Belt 1 Road. MindWar. False Flag. Thespian. Himes-Rhodes, Rhodes-Himes. 11.3.

"A lot of what I believe, Ian Gurvitz haw silver-tongued into a most readable, cathartic, and funny book -- congratulations, Ian Gurvitz, whoever you are!" Bill Maher This book is an unapologetic liberal screed about the deteriorating state of our national dialogue. We assume Orwell's 1984 dystopian nightmare can't happen here, yet we've been narcotized into a more ominous Orwellian somnambulism. We're inebriated on our own mythology, priapic at our military supremacy, and malleable via our iconic imagery, whether it's Jesus or the flag. Jacked up on Adderall, Red, Bull and patriotism, we ...

"Kiss My Fish" is a series of adventures that highlights the hope that is found in chasing God around the world. This collection of stories follows J. Bethany Anderson, missionary nomad, around the globe as she encounters God in new and fresh ways. These stories will make you laugh and pull at your tear ducts all at the same time. True faith is about learning to surrender to the God of adventure!

What If is an essay about the power of daydreaming, and why you should never, ever, ever, become a writer. James J. Caterino is the author of Jordan Rose and the Tomb of Resurrection, The Anti-Matter Girl, Dreams, True Stories, To Meghan, I Want to Believe, Ghost Stories, Pop Star, Time Travel Stories, The Girl from the Stars, and much more.

Embark on a journey of transformation and innovation with "The Innovative Mindset." How can you unlock your untapped potential and conquer challenges with confidence? This book provides practical strategies and real-world examples to empower you on your quest for creativity and adaptability. Whether you're an entrepreneur, professional, or artist, it's your guide to embracing growth and seizing opportunities in a rapidly changing world. Here are the five major highlights of "The Innovative Mindset": ★ Practical Strategies: Explore actionable techniques to transform theoretical ...

‘A heartwarming memoir.’ –Australian Reader’s Digest A girl struggling to fit in. A homeless kitten. An unexpected job offer in an unfamiliar country that changes everything.CJ had a long history of escaping places and people she wasn't fond of. But for the sake of a silver tabby, she decided to stay in Japan for a while. This decision helped her open up her heart and mind, revisit her way of thinking, and reconnect with her estranged family. Let this heartwarming memoir take you to the land of cats and cherry trees as you read about CJ's adventures - from the craziness of ...

Discover the mesmerizing beauty, vibrant culture, and deeply ingrained historical legacy of Germany with this enthralling new eBook, "Discovering Deutschland"! Venture on a wondrous journey through the diverse and captivating regions, cities, and landscapes of one of Europe's most fascinating countries. "Discovering Deutschland" is your comprehensive guide to unlock a world of enchanting locations, from Lower Saxony's charm to the quaint medieval town of Quedlinburg. Unearth hidden treasures in the Braunschweig region, stand atop the mythical Brocken peak, and become an explorer of ...

Being a citizen of modernity is not what it used to be. The contemporary world is a deeply frivolous place, and it is filled with far too many ludicrous people who have far too much time on their hands and altogether too much bullshit to spew. It may be true that, “Idle hands are the devil’s playthings,” but it is a near certainty that idle minds will turn to self-destruction and to the project of wrecking everything in their general vicinity. It seems that we inhabit a wreckage masquerading as a culture. What we used to think of as our society has deteriorated and become a sprawling ...

Discover the hidden wisdom of one of the world's oldest and most influential religions! "Judaism: A Primer for Gentiles" is your key to unlocking the mysteries of Jewish faith, culture, and traditions. Whether you're a curious outsider, an interfaith partner, or simply seeking to broaden your horizons, this comprehensive guide will open your eyes to a rich tapestry of beliefs and practices that have shaped history for millennia. Have you ever wondered about the true meaning behind Jewish holidays, or why kosher food is so important? Are you curious about the concept of the Messiah or the ...

Two Cultures. One God. Who Do You Serve? Today’s church is struggling. We attend services on Sunday and live our busy lives the rest of the week. We praise God with our words, yet our hearts are far from him. Unfortunately, it shows in our strained relationship with Jesus and with others. Jealousy. Vanity. Pride. Gluttony. Exclusion. Criticalness. Gossip. The church has become so blessed and accustomed to the good life that our fervor for the things of God has diminished, and we have let sin slip into our lives and onto our church pews. In Worldly Culture in a Holy Church, author Janice ...

In 237 B.C. Hannibal's father, the Carthaginian general Hamilcar, landed in Gadir with the purpose of taking over the mining basins of southern Iberia. The expansionist adventure of Carthage in Iberia will not leave Rome indifferent, which will be forced to intervene when Hannibal destroys Sagunto. With this fascinating and transcendental episode of our History, begins "From Hannibal to Franco, Brief History of the Civil Conflicts in Spain", a work where the most significant uprisings, sedition attempts, civil wars and military uprisings that have been unleashed in Spain in the last 2000 ...

Lester is 'boxed-in' as some might say - emotionally, that is. He has a lot to think about. His wife's abandonment of him and the three children had devastated the family. Time has healed much of the wounds but loneliness remains. Public embarrassment makes him reluctant to seek someone new within the small town, Caskins Bend, where he has lived his entire life. He reaches out across ... across the internet. The lady he connects with is stunning - not only visually, but in her character, as well. Not only that. The most amazing thing ... is that ... she likes him. They've 'hit it off' - so ...

Margot Fairchild is a woman with a plan. She’s ready to take over the family beauty empire JOLIE until her dad informs her that she needs to prove her ability to follow-through before taking the helm. She must commit to something – anything – for 21 days, the time it takes to form a habit, to earn her chance. She has every confidence she can rise to the occasion until she finds out she must date someone her friends choose for her. The man in question is a complete departure from her usual “type”; the handsome and injured Luke Devereaux. ♥ Luke Devereaux is a professional hockey...

The Magic Library: Yeti Search takes young readers on a thrilling journey through the Himalayan mountains, where sisters Amelia and Bethany set out on a daring adventure. Guided by a young Sherpa friend, the girls explore Sherpa culture, encounter rare wildlife, and confront the mysteries of the mountains, all while searching for the elusive yeti. Along the way, they learn invaluable lessons on bravery, friendship, and the importance of respecting nature. This book blends history, culture, and fantasy to spark curiosity and inspire adventure in readers who love mystery and discovery.

Jesus taught a new way of thinking and a new set of values, living in an alternate reality. An examination of the sayings of Jesus as well as his parables and teaching stories show that Jesus turned upside down the accepted values of the day. Jesus’ values stood in contrast to the values of the religious and political establishment. As Jesus and his disciples embodied these values, they called attention to the contrast which often provoked the ire of the religious and political establishment.

In Soul to Soul, Jon, Simon and Lyn continue to trip and stumble across the universe in search of the ultimate margarita and a possible date for their friend Gilbert. As usual, they become tangled up with the universal forces of confusion, female androids are added into the mix, abstract consciousness is discovered in soup bowl, late night cable movies are discussed, insane theories win out and, as always, an ample amount of alcohol is consumed along the way. All this for your reading entertainment. This novel supports Amazon’s ‘look inside’ feature so if you like witty dialogue and ...