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Despite a long and uneven history, Major League Baseball’s Washington franchises have hardly been the stuff of legend. However, in 1969, when new owner Bob Short coaxed batting legend and rookie manager Ted Williams out of retirement, these annual no-names climbed out of the depths and straight into the hearts of Washington baseball fans starving for a winner. Led by The Capital Punisher Frank Howard, whose tape-measure home runs sometimes seemed like optical illusions, the Senators simply won ball games with a determination rarely seen in D.C. environs. A Whole New Ballgame showcases the...

Dante “Diesel” Cruz is the fiercest underground fighter in Chicago — inked, jaded, and completely untouchable. His rule? No attachments. Ever. Logan Chase is the golden boy of the city’s elite gym scene — a clean-cut personal trainer with a body built for sin and a heart he’s tried too hard to guard. When Logan gets recruited to secretly train Dante for a shot at a legit championship, sparks fly. Logan isn’t ready for Diesel’s dangerous world. And Diesel isn’t ready for someone who actually gives a damn. But fists aren’t the only things flying in the ring. As their ...

When Miss Emma Everton is paired with Nathaniel Fairmont, Earl of Limnwood, during a Valentine's lottery at the Duke of Pelhampton’s houseparty, sparks fly. ***** READ NOW ON KINDLE UNLIMITED ***** Their clashing personalities set the tone for a battle of wits, but the hidden agendas of other attendees and a cascade of misunderstandings soon threaten more than their fragile partnership. As the house party reaches its grand finale, can these unlikely partners navigate a storm of intrigue and find love? Find out in this delightful Valentine’s Day Regency Romance!

This 120 page book provides the essential ingredients of what makes a great billiards player. The chapters are concise and digestible and not filled with unnecessary fluff. The idea behind the book was to give you an easy-to-understand roadmap to success, in the form of short essays describing key elements of the game. One glaring omission from many books on billiards is a lack of information on the mental side of the game, including visualization, and how to practically incorporate proven techniques of visualization and mind management into our game. The book is more than an instructional ...

Leo is a village boy who dreams of becoming a card master and following in his late father’s footsteps. While taking the card master test after turning fifteen, Leo is offered a selection of cards; however, his goal is not fame! He wishes to give his mother and sister a better life. One of the options is a “Rock Salamander”, the weakest of the weak – known to only have slight defense and no attack power. Against all advice, Leo still chooses it to be his first card! To his surprise, the weakest of the weak is completely different from what everyone had said. A princess? The Prime ...

The keys to success as a writer are yours for the thinking! All success begins in the mind. For writers, the mind fuels the imagination and creates stories. But for authors who are productive and resilient, and see a good return on their efforts, there is another factor at work. They are winning the mental game of writing. Successful writers have the ability to inspire themselves to produce consistently, improve systematically, overcome obstacles and keep up a positive mental attitude. In this book, #1 bestselling writing teacher James Scott Bell takes you through the mental landscape of ...

Overview: Embark on a comprehensive journey through the intricacies of C++ for game development with this expertly crafted guide. Tailored for advanced programmers, this book serves as a definitive resource for building scalable and robust gaming applications. Target Audience: Designed for seasoned programmers and game developers, this book delves deep into advanced C++ concepts, providing invaluable insights for those seeking to elevate their game development skills to new heights. Key Features: Advanced C++ Techniques: Explore sophisticated C++ techniques and methodologies crucial for ...

Norah Pettiway spends her life worrying about one person and one person only; herself. After being swooped up by her much older husband and being placed in hip-hop royalty she quickly became acclimated to the world of the finer things with every man, woman and credit card at her whim. One day her insatiable thirst for the finer things takes over and she finds herself not being the main priority of her life. Quickly her life is turned upside down as she finds love for the first time in her life with the hottest up -and -coming rapper in the game who coincidentally is her husband’s ...

The Growth Game: How to Buy, Integrate, and Scale Your Business is your ultimate guide to mastering the complex world of business acquisitions and sustainable growth. Authored by seasoned experts, this comprehensive book covers every aspect of the acquisition process, equipping entrepreneurs and business owners with the knowledge and strategies needed to expand their enterprises successfully. Beginning with a clear understanding of your acquisition goals, the book navigates through essential steps like market research, target identification, building a proficient acquisition team, and ...

Death by cat and computer wasn't on Sarah's to-do list. Neither was becoming a sentient crystal with a magical debt collector. Software developer Sarah was having a normal, caffeine-fueled day until she tripped over her cat, fell down the stairs, and woke up as an immobile dungeon core in a fantasy world. No body, no coffee, and definitely no customer service number to call about this cosmic mistake. Now she's stuck in a cave with: An immortal fairy guide named Glitz whose idea of "helpful" involves rainbow glitter and passive-aggressive system notifications A tribe of goblins with ...

NOW AVAILABLE AS AN AUDIOBOOK! Flynt Redcraft knew the Foundation wasn’t offering him freedom. Just another experiment. Another weapon to be engineered. Facing a murder charge and a life behind bars, Flynt—a homeless veteran haunted by PTSD—is forced into a secret genetic enhancement program. His memories are rewritten. His pain and addictions are erased. But when he begins waking up with blood on his hands and missing days, Flynt realizes the real experiment is far more terrifying. Why can’t his bones break? Who is the woman inside his mind, whispering warnings? And what dark ...

Embark on an interstellar adventure like never before with "Unlocking RPG Design," the ultimate guide to creating and mastering the art of science fiction tabletop role-playing games! This exciting and comprehensive eBook will take you on a journey through time and space, equipping you with the tools and strategies to bring your RPG dreams to life. In "Unlocking RPG Design," you'll explore a wide variety of topics, spanning from finding your niche among sci-fi aficionados to crafting diverse and captivating species and cultures that populate your universe. Delve into the art of world-...

Ready to release what burdens you? Based on a powerful, easy-to-use tool called the violet flame, this book illustrates how to transmute pain (physical, emotional or mental), negativity, stress, guilt, grief, anger and a whole gamut of unresolved feelings that weigh a person down. It has the spiritual power to change negative energy into positive, on the cellular level. This book also explains how to use the violet flame hand in hand with the law of attraction. There are forty-six original decrees (potent prayers) to shepherd the reader successfully through life’s experiences, as well as ...

Max was looking for a little R&R after his team's last mission and was excited to get the chance to head back to Phoenix. It wasn't every day he got the chance to relax in his hometown. The only bad news was Max was on call, and couldn't let anyone know he was back home. To ease the sting Director Chen secured Max a courtside seat for the Sun's game, and Max couldn't wait to watch their first number one pick dominate the competition. Unfortunately, as it seemed with most good things in life his night was cut short when his partner called about a mission. At least this time he wouldn't have ...

Have you ever wondered what you would do if you found yourself lost and stranded in the middle of the wilderness on your next hunting trip? The Most Incredible Hunting Stories Ever Told details the intense struggles and the incredible determination to survive of more than ten hunters across the world who found themselves in the kinds of harrowing situations that all hunters fear and dread will never happen to them. You’ll read about: Jeremy Dickson, who was brutally attacked and mauled by a Grizzly Bear while elk hunting in the Rocky Mountains of Wyoming. Dan, a duck hunter who was ...

This book exists to record, for posterity, the events of Gamergate from the perspective of someone within Gamergate. There is a real danger that, what with the media bias against Gamergate, that the other side – the right side – will not get recorded. In the future, anyone looking back is likely to encounter an entirely one-sided version of events from people who have been acting very shadily. As a participant in Gamergate, that worries me. As a historian, that worries me. As someone who cares about truth, fairness and accuracy, that worries me. I think I’m uniquely positioned to give...

Ben Rehder is best known for his hilarious Blanco County mystery series featuring Texas game warden John Marlin. But Rehder has written numerous magazine articles over the years, and this collection presents some of his favorites, with a focus on game warden anecdotes and Texas wildlife. Also includes a bonus excerpt from Rehder's Edgar Award-nominated first novel, Buck Fever. Don't miss it!

Can video games be used to teach personal and business success lessons? Mastering The Game: What Video Games Can Teach Us About Success In Life takes a look at how the same habits and principles that lead to success when playing video games can be applied to personal and business success. Principles are ideas that are truly timeless, and remain true independent of context, culture or time period. So what are the principles embedded in the most popular video games? Surprisingly, the list strongly resembles the most in demand traits for the workplace. • Adaptability & Managing Change • ...

Recovery from Gaslighters, Narcissists, and all Toxic People How to Become Resilient, Positive and Powerful after Psychological and Emotional Abuse by Olivia Harris-Stevenson This book is for anyone seeking to break free from the grips of a toxic relationship and reclaim their life after emotional abuse, or for those aspiring to transform their past negative experiences into stepping stones for personal growth. Olivia Harris-Stevenson, a renowned psychologist, life coach and survivor of emotional abuse herself, shares her unique approach to recovery that teaches us how to turn adversity ...

Learn how to protect yourself from manipulation—without becoming manipulative. Mind Games Exposed breaks down the hidden tactics people use to control, deceive, and influence. Whether it’s gaslighting, love bombing, or emotional blackmail, this book helps you recognize the red flags—and fight back with clarity and confidence. Understand the psychology of narcissism, control, and covert manipulation Spot common manipulation tactics in relationships, workplaces, and sales Strengthen your emotional boundaries and mental resilience Respond, recover, and rebuild from toxic influenceThis ...