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Colton Day, a veteran of the Mexican-American War as well as of the Civil War, is a rugged figure on the Texas frontier. The former lawman was recently the toast of Temple Ridge, Texas in 1866, helping the town fight off a gang of ruthless killers and outlaws. Colton’s unique set of skills are needed again to help his lifelong friend, Running Deer, an educated and savvy Kiowa Indian. Running Deer’s wife and little girl have been kidnapped by a nefarious group of outlaws dealing with the illegal sale of human beings. Many of these people are coerced into participating in exhibitions ...

The Simple Side of Human Resource Management Managing People Should Not Be Difficult, Boring or Scary Learn how to understand some of the more complex aspects of human resource management in a simpler context. If you are interested in understanding human resource management in greater detail, but you are just not in the mood for those stale academic written, hard to understand, boring textbooks, then this book is just for you. If you are simply looking for additional information and wish to supplement your existing knowledge on human resource management, well then this book is for you. For ...

In the first look into the black abyss, we learned a little about Lawrence King, Alan Baer and the Franklin Credit Union. In this book, we're going to hear from the victims. We're going to hear their side and their details. The enormity of it all begins to emerge little by little, maybe because it is so much for a normal person to digest, at least it was for me. Imagine the number of participants any group would have to have in order to be called, "a ring". These just hit the tip of the iceberg. As my journey continued and I learned more and more, it made more aware of the dangers and the ...

Arnold Schwarzenegger didn’t just train bodies—he transformed them with his hands. Alpha Feedback uncovers the untold science and psychology behind his tactile coaching method: the pokes, slaps, prods, and grips that built champions and forged the blueprint for modern physical instruction. From the cold gyms of Austria to the boardrooms of California, this book tracks the evolution of Arnold’s touch—from bro-science instinct to what we now recognize as somatic feedback mastery. Through biomechanics, behavioral psychology, and gym-floor anthropology, discover how a touch became a ...

He’s a wolf in exile; she’s the one person who can bring him home. I wasn’t looking for company, but when I saw her stranded on the side of the road, something about Sage made it impossible to drive by. Maybe it was her guarded gaze or the way she sized me up like she could handle anything that came her way. Or maybe it was just that, for the first time in a long while, I felt something other than anger. I’ve got my own problems—an exile, a cursed artifact, and a pack that wants my head on a plate. The last thing I need is a witch tangled up in my mess. The more time we spend ...

"Zion’s Legacy" delves into the Nakba, a pivotal moment in history that continues to be a driving force behind ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. The Nakba, meaning "catastrophe" in Arabic, signifies the widespread displacement and dispossession of Palestinian Arabs during and after the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. This emotionally charged narrative explores the 1948 Arab-Israeli conflict, a period shaped by the ascendancy of Zionism and its quest for a Jewish homeland in historic Palestine. The clash between Zionist aspirations and the presence of the Palestinian Arab...

"ALICE CROWLEY'S EROTIC STORIES ALWAYS HAVE SURPRISE ENDINGS!" ~ Hwk "I LOVED THE IMAGINATION OF THIS AUTHOR!" ~ Satisfied Kindle Reader "ALICE CROWLEY IS ONE OF OUR GREATEST LIVING WRITERS!" ~ G. Taylor The night heats up with sexual passion and erogenous excitement in this action sci-fi adventure of paranormal passion! Immortal guardian of humans, Shane, finds himself deep in the bedchambers of Ciedre, a mortal woman with the sex-drive of a wildebeest in estrus! However these two love birds can't stay distracted by their bedroom antics for too long, because an otherworldly predator ...

A blizzard. An enemy. And the shifter who sees through my every defense. I followed the trail of my best friend’s abusive ex into the mountains, ready to face the monster. Instead, I find Derek—the Beta wolf of her new pack with a smirk as sharp as his teeth. Since our first meeting, we’ve traded insults and jabs. Keeping the walls I built to defend my heart firmly in place. Until, trapped in this cabin, our looks, words, and touches breach my defenses. He says fate brought us together. I don’t believe in fate—or in letting anyone get too close. But we’re both hunters, both ...

A gripping journey of a mother's relentless pursuit through danger and deceit to reclaim her missing son. In a gripping tale of courage and desperation, Annabelle's world spirals when her son Fergus is abducted. Teaming up with her husband Benny and best friend Barb, she embarks on a relentless quest for clues. Facing uncooperative local police, they turn to the FBI, uncovering chilling ties to Annabelle's past and a kidnapper driven by vengeance. With time against them, Annabelle forms an unlikely alliance with a mob boss, both united in a single mission. This intense story captures the ...

Praise for Alice Crowley's writing: "I LOVED THE IMAGINATION OF THIS AUTHOR!" ~Satisfied Kindle Reader "FIVE STARS!" ~ Multiple Fans "Alice Crowley is one of our best living authors!" ~ G. Taylor In this sizzling steamy suspense thriller, a confident private detective has her imagination stretched to its limits when she realizes the man she has been hired to follow has supernatural abilities. After conducting surveillance, our heroine begins to unravel a mystery from Chicago's darkest shadows, and shines a light on ancient and arcane ritualistic cults. Soon she and the stranger she has been...

The Apocalypse always seems near for every generation at every time in history. After all, where would our mythologies be without some pending, fiery end to everything? How would one strike fear into the masses? Throughout the ages, technological advancements and ideas have been stunted by people motivated by their own agenda. Advances in thought have been buried by fanaticism. Now, the air is poisoned and the waters polluted. The population is far beyond what nature can support. Coexistence on Earth has proven impossible and self-preservation is the way of things nationally, locally and ...

"Polyfunctional Robots 2030: The Future of Intelligent Automation and AI" offers a comprehensive exploration of the transformative potential of polyfunctional robots as we approach the year 2030. These advanced machines, no longer limited to singular functions, are poised to revolutionize diverse sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, defense, personal assistance, and even space exploration. The book delves into how advancements in AI, machine learning, and adaptive intelligence are equipping these robots with multi-purpose capabilities, enabling them to seamlessly ...

"I LOVED THE IMAGINATION OF THIS AUTHOR!" ~ Satisfied Kindle Reader "FIVE STARS!" ~ Multiple Fans "ALICE CROWLEY IS ONE OF OUR GREATEST LIVING WRITERS!" ~ Author G. Taylor In this 5K-word swollen and throbbing erotic short story, a woman named Jeanine joins her husband on a swinger couple's cruise, only Jeanine is suddenly blamed for stealing an emerald necklace from the ship's most executive passenger. Now it's a race against time as Jeanine and a handsome PI named Bridge Hoffa must find the true culprit in the theft. As the evidence begins to mount, it now appears as if that priceless ...

Embark on a transformative odyssey that weaves together the timeless wisdom of the past, the visionary possibilities of the future, and the boundless potential that resides within each of us. In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover invites you to explore a unique integrated Zen Mormon Quantum Universalist spiritual philosophy - a framework that draws upon diverse traditions to uncover the creative power of the unitary field of potentiality. Born into a devout Mormon household, Westover's spiritual journey took an unexpected turn when exposure to Zen Buddhism and exposer to the...

Maryann Petri continues to champion parents and families abused by family court. She is also exposing the entities that feed the money machine courts have become in our country and around the world. Through her podcast, Slam The Gavel, Maryann provides an ever-growing platform that gives voice to all those who have a story to share that brings forth change. Raised By These Wolves Vol II is the second in her series which contains 25 chapters filled with the true experiences of people she has met on her podcast and through crisis calls. This second volume focuses on the human trafficking ...

Aliens apparently come in all manner of shapes and sizes. The "Greys" are either short or tall. Some life forms appear to be ethereal ghost-like entities. Aliens are often portrayed as plain ugly as in the movie "Alien" and of course "Predator". From the beginning of human history folks have also described them as demons or lizard-like. This book is a fresh-up on recent events concerning the appearances of so-called "Tall Aliens" as in the South American "Facepeelers", the Las Vegas Incident and the more recent Miami Mall horror.

Have you ever searched for something online only to be inundated with ads for the same product or service on social media? Keeping up with the latest developments in artificial intelligence and how it’s used can leave your head spinning. Understanding algorithms and big data can leave you feeling more confused than ever. Your Introduction to AI: Written by a Human was written to help you understand how algorithms and social media affect our lives. Knowledge is power, and knowing how artificial intelligence is connected to your digital life will help you better manage what you choose to ...

At only twenty-two, Cody Falco has been through more than anyone should in a lifetime. Brought back from the depths of despair by her mothers, Lyric and Savanna, she now spends her days working to stop other young girls going down the same terrifying path that she once did. While working undercover she meets McKenna, the wife of her latest suspect, and there is an instant connection. When Cody is finally able to reveal who she really is, they embark on a whirlwind romance. But Cody’s past is never far away, haunting her from the shadows. Someone is pursuing a Vendetta… but who is going ...

When eighteen year old Julie agrees to be a surrogate for a rich farmer and his wife, she doesn't realize just how irregular the terms are. According to the contract she just signed she'll have to spend the next nine months as the family's personal cow. But that might not be as bad as it sounds. Mr. Mason is handsome, strong, and he has a skilled hand with animals. Julie might not mind being his Hucow. After years of taking care of herself, she's looking forward to being someone else's responsibility for once. This is a safe, wholesome story about an arrangement that changes the lives of ...

An expedition investigates a farway planet after the colony goes silent. They discover an alien intelligence bent on twisting their bodies and minds into obedient sissy bimbos with one goal - to transform everyone into their image!