Young Power

'We are the last defence.I've seen him on the news. Followed the stories about what happened to John Smith. To the world he's a mystery, but to me...he's one of us. Nine of us came here, but sometimes I wonder if time has changed us, if we all still believe in our mission. There are six of us left. We're hiding, blending in, avoiding contact with one another, but our Legacies are developing, and soon we'll be ready to fight....'

From preschool to higher education and everything in between, Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School focuses on the experiences Black and Brown students face as a direct result of the racism built into schools across the United States. The overarching nonfiction narrative follows author Tiffany Jewell from early elementary school through her time at college, unpacking the history of systemic racism in the American educational system along the way.

Polly Cunningham and Byron Madison have gotten serious in their relationship. At the same time, Polly has kept an important secret. And without telling Byron first, she has traveled to rural Oklahoma to the Simpson-Robinson Institute. There, women can experience authentic corporal punishment in an institutional setting. But as for Polly, she has never before experienced anything of the sort. But she felt the need to do so before revealing to her lover Byron that she was interested in such activities. Now Polly must deal with the fact that she indeed reveled in it. But what will Byron have ...

What do the struggles of the past teach us about the urgent challenges in our own time? Resist chronicles the inspiring story of young Black activists who have fought tirelessly at the helm for justice over the last century, from the 1920s to the Trayvon generation—how they reshaped America, left an indelible mark on history, and pave the way for the crucial work that must be done today.

Throughout history, periods have been hidden from the public. They’re taboo. They’re embarrassing. They’re gross. And due to a crumbling or nonexistent national sex ed program, they are misunderstood. Because of these stigmas, a status quo has been established to exclude people who menstruate from the seat at the decision-making table, creating discriminations like the tampon tax, medicines that favor male biology, and more. Period Power aims to explain what menstruation is, shed light on the stigmas and resulting biases, and create a strategy to end the silence and prompt conversation about periods.

He was born to serve his country. She was born to guard a legacy of light. Neither expected their destinies to collide across worlds. When elite Marine Drake Fennigan vanishes during a mission in the Venezuelan jungle, his sister Shelby feels the rupture in her soul. But it’s not just grief—it’s a spark. A thread. A pulse from something beyond. Aristomache Leukos, Keeper of the Spark, never meant to bind her soul to a human. But when the warrior’s light calls to hers, she breaks every law of her world to find him. Across dimensions, across death itself—she reaches. Now, in the ...

Elizabeth never expected her life to be all sunshine and roses but she also didn’t expect things to go completely off the rails. Being left at the altar was only the beginning, and from there things are about to get even worse. Why did it have to be like that? If the story of her life wasn’t unfolding like a tragedy already, things are about to slip even further when she suffers a devastating fall, one that leaves her with two broken arms and only her landlord to care for her needs. It’s a total disruption, forcing Elizabeth to ask herself the all-important questions of life; Do you ...

What if the dark magic that runs in your family's blood awakens... in you? I thought I'd outgrown my fear of Mémé. I was wrong. When the shadows lengthen and the storm howls, will you be ready to face what lurks in the corners of your ancestral home? _Can you resist the siren call of forbidden knowledge passed down through generations?_ Uncover the chilling secrets that bind blood and spirit in this gripping tale of inherited power and unspeakable horror. Will you embrace the darkness... or let it consume you? Whispers Of Abaddon is the haunting blend of Southern Gothic and cosmic horror ...

This book is a study guide for those who desire a life enriched and fortified by a connection to the Father. Through Scripture, life's examples, practical application, and reflection questions, you will receive a step-by-step guide to a more enhanced life in prayer. Draw closer to God, through the Holy Spirit and live in a state of spiritual contentment with Him.

When a cult seeks the lives of his friends, Anders Brolly must stand in front of them. They will rue the day they tried him. If they survive.

He was meant to guard the light—until the darkness answered first. Milo is training to become a Warden, sworn protector to a priestess he’s destined to wed. But as rebellion flares against a king who’s forsaken his people, Milo is torn between duty and the firebrand ideals of justice, freedom, and revolution—championed by his closest friend. The Ember Pact demands change. The Tally enforces order. Trapped between rising chaos and the temple’s sacred code, Milo walks a razor-thin path—one shadowed by rivalries, temptation, and a forbidden power no Warden should possess. It feeds ...

Lukas wants only two things: to rebuild his castle home in time to make it through the coming winter and to reconnect with the sister who was stolen from him in a plot against his family. But then an astrologer appears with foreboding news: his old adversary, Inquisitor Waldemar von Schönborn, has stolen three royal artifacts, which are required to coronate a new German emperor. With these valuable objects - the sword, the crown, and the scepter - he could blackmail the empire. The treasures are currently hidden in three different places in the old imperial city of Prague.

Rachael Townsend is the first artist ever to leave Earth and journey out into the galaxy—but after an encounter with an alien artifact, she can't make art at all. Elza Monteiro is determined to be the first human to venture inside the Palace of Scented Tears and compete for the chance to become a princess—except that inside the palace, she finds the last person she ever wanted to see again.

In "Border Wars," the ninth thrilling installment of the "Crystals of Memory" series, young Anders Brolly, a magical prodigy on the brink of his fifteenth birthday, embarks on a perilous journey that will test his powers and resolve. Accompanied by the esteemed Great One of Barquea, Depak Sona, his apprentices, and the Heir to Barquea, Prince Naveed, Anders must venture to the borders of three lands where mysterious attacks by the Natech threaten the peace and safety of innocent people. As they travel through treacherous territories, they encounter a host of incredible beings, including ...

Building a fully engaged, energized workforce is the key to business success. The Power of Thanks reveals how leading companies like Intuit, JetBlue Airways, IHG, Symantec, ConAgra Foods, and The Hershey Company empower employees through social recognition, in which the practice of mutual appreciation and trust directs and rewards higher performance. Eric Mosley and Derek Irvine, executives at the world-renowned employee recognition firm Globoforce, explain why social recognition is so powerful and how you can apply it in your company.

“A delightful beginning to a promising series that’s sure to appeal to teen readers who feel like outsiders.” — Kirkus Reviews Winner of 14 literary awards — including double finalist in the 21st annual Best Book Awards! From the author of The Death Wizard Chronicles comes a spellbinding new adventure for teens and adults alike. Do You Believe in Magic? is Book 1 of the Dark Circles trilogy — an award-winning coming-of-age fantasy bursting with heart, humor, and high-stakes heroism. Perfect for fans of J.K. Rowling, Neil Gaiman, and Brandon Sanderson. Charlie is a 13-year-old ...

She thinks this is just for fun. He’s about to ruin her for anyone else. Eve My life was a list of good-girl choices—until the night I slipped through the doors of a forbidden party. I only wanted to look. I should’ve been overwhelmed by the wicked things happening all around me… but then I saw him. Derek. My older brother’s best friend. I left before I got in trouble, but fate wasn’t finished with me yet. When my car breaks down the next day, it’s his garage I end up in. And this time, I’m not scared. This time, I ask for exactly what I want: no strings, no promises—just ...

Tyler's an Alpha Tester. Unfortunately... ...he's not nearly the typical ALPHA MALE! The subdermal implant that made him irresistible has some...UPDATES! Tyler wanted to pass the dangerous-looking gizmo on to his subordinate, but his hot, MILF of a boss wasn't having it.. Good thing, because when the new product turned him into an irresistible alpha-male living to serve his own carnal desires with all the lusty, unprotected babes his mind could dream up, the proverbial stuff hit the fan. Tyler's adventures just get hotter and hotter! Will he find true love or just find creative ways to use ...

We all tend to hold onto things that have happened in the past. It can feel like we are pulling a cart behind us with all are troubles and worries; it slows us down, and we can become tired, depressed, even jealous, as life seems so easy for others. All we need to do is let go of the cart, and we will feel lighter and free, but often we have held onto it so long that it has become part of us. Many of the people we know are also carrying carts, so it can seem normal.

Jasmine thought her problems would end once she mastered the cursed pendant. Ah-ha-ha. How cute. When she returns to the Magical Creatures Academy after a prolonged absence, she discovers the supernatural community is at the brink of war. A rogue organization of paranormals wants power it shouldn’t have, leaving the magical world divided...and more dangerous than ever.