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SOUTH AFRICA, 1989. In a deeply divided country on the brink of change, two women from vastly different backgrounds share an unlikely friendship.

Sofia Levantis, a Greek-Cypriot immigrant, longs to keep her family close, but when her children want to leave South Africa, the future she's imagined begins to slip away. Meanwhile, Grace Molepe, Sofia's housekeeper and trusted friend, pins her hopes on her son's education and a future where he'll no longer be treated like a foreigner in his own country.

When their children's lives become entangled in ways neither woman could foresee, the fallout threatens not only their dreams, but also the friendship on which they've come to rely. Into this turmoil, a priest from Sofia's past arrives from a remote Greek monastery. His quiet presence steadies Grace, yet unsettles Sofia as long-buried secrets rise to the surface. But in this fractured world, where a nation and hearts are coming undone, can his prayers hold the pieces together, or will the past refuse to let go of the present?

Spanning a time of upheaval and transformation, Under an African Sky is a story about friendship, family, forgiveness, and the fragile, resilient threads that connect us, even as the world around us unravels.

The Presence-Driven Leader is a transformational guide for anyone ready to lead with authenticity, courage, and conviction, regardless of title. Drawing from three generations of leadership lessons and his own rise from hospitality's front lines to the corporate boardroom, Victor Simmons shows how real influence doesn't come from authority, it comes from presence.Through deeply personal storytelling and practical frameworks, Simmons takes readers from his family's humble Alabama roots to the global stages of hospitality leadership. Along the way, he reveals how his great-grandfather's grit, his grandfather's ingenuity, and his father's quiet excellence aboard Air Force One shaped his belief that true leadership is about who you are when no one is watching.Blending research, lived experience, and actionable tools, The Presence-Driven Leader introduces a framework built around three pillars-Coach, Influence, and Conviction-to help readers:

• Coach through challenges instead of simply managing problems
• Build trust and influence without relying on position or authority
• Lead with conviction grounded in clarity, service, and humility

From boardrooms to break rooms, from crisis to culture-building, Simmons equips leaders with strategies to inspire performance while preserving human dignity. Whether you're a seasoned executive or an emerging professional, this book will help you move beyond positional power to cultivate the presence that makes people want to follow you.Because leadership isn't about titles, it's about how you show up when it matters most.

Looked at through the lens of the Inkan cosmology, Mother Earth is trying to wake us up and restore equilibrium between the two polarities that exist within all of us, regardless of gender or sexual identification. Healing personally and collectively the energetic imbalances between these two forces has never been more vital than at this critical crossroads in human history.

This book is my response to a call from Spirit. To answer, I had to surrender to the sacred and share my personal journey from professional musician to stage IV cancer survivor to practicing shaman, because the implications of my arc reflect the larger challenges we are facing today as a human family. I hope through the revelation of my personal story, you will feel supported and inspired in your own evolution.

The title Shamergence is a fusion of the two major wellsprings of this work: shamanism and the feminine principle of emergence. Shamanism offers a roadmap home to our healed state. Emergence refers to raising the divine feminine energy back into balance with the sacred masculine, beginning with each individual. Only then will our collective compass emerge to point the way.

Ultimately, this is not a scholarly work on Inkan shamanism, and my words are not intended as dogma or spiritual absolutes. Instead, I offer a collection of insights from a lifetime of pursuing various wisdom traditions, lived experiences, and direct spiritual downloads. I encourage the reader to take what is beneficial and leave the rest. In Zen, there is a saying, "Don't be distracted by the finger pointing to the moon." Try to look past the messenger's imperfections and embrace the message to join me on the journey to return to balance. I did, and it saved my life.

(Excerpt from the author's Introduction)

Este libro reúne el texto clásico de Alcohólicos Anónimos junto con literatura complementaria de Comedores Compulsivos Anónimos.

El Libro Grande de AA presenta los principios fundamentales del programa de recuperación de los Doce Pasos y comparte testimonios reales de personas que lograron transformar sus vidas al practicar estos principios.

A través de enseñanzas claras y experiencias vividas, esta obra ofrece guía, esperanza y comprensión a quienes buscan un camino de recuperación duradera.

The year is 1983. It's a time of both mullets and glam, Bowie and the Smiths, and for twelve-year-old Robyn: rusty old vehicles, terrifying dogs, and grease-stained car guys. Robyn's dad has just uprooted the family from the clean streets of Orange County and plopped them in the middle of the California High Desert to fulfill his lifelong dream: to own a junkyard.

At first, the new business is a lark, but soon Robyn is hawking auto parts amidst a motley assortment of fugitives and refugees. Too young to know better, Robyn misses that the people around her may be slightly dangerous. Without any real role models and lost among kids her own age, Robyn fakes her way through her teen years by mimicking the only adults she admires: soap opera stars and characters plucked from Danielle Steel romance novels. But when the rise of meth use takes hold of the area, a new flicker of danger threatens to strike its match on the Saunders' junkyard kingdom.

Told in smiling vignettes, filled with daydreams and vulnerability and just a hint of self-deprecation, Junkyard Princess is infused with compassion for the blue collar and empathy for the underdog. Saunders Wilson's debut memoirella explores familial bonds and inherited histories, empty gas tanks, and that sweet spot of redemption that only comes from a life of observing and choosing differently.

THIS IS A PAPERBACK EDITION FOR THE EXPORT MARKET.Read the life-changing book Mel Robbins calls "a blueprint to find [meaning] where we are." From the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of Designing Your Life comes an actionable guide to finding real meaning in the life you already have.Many of us have lives that look successful on paper but feel strangely empty. How to Live a Meaningful Life offers research-backed tools to help you build purpose, clarity, and connection without quitting your job, blowing up your life, or starting from scratch. Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, the visionaries behind Stanford's renowned Life Design Lab, have helped millions use design thinking to craft lives and careers they love. In this new book, they evolve their framework to focus on one question: What makes a life feel worth living, day to day? Drawing on the latest science and years of teaching, they show you how to: -Reduce stress by aligning your time with what actually matters -Bring more wonder, coherence, and flow into your everyday routines -Turn ordinary moments into roots of joy and meaning -Strengthen relationships and build "formative" communities that support you Instead of cramming more into an already overwhelming routine, Burnett and Evans show you how to get more out of the life you're already living. Perfect for readers of Jay Shetty and Brené Brown, How to Live a Meaningful Life offers a clear, hopeful path out of the noise and overload of modern life and into deeper engagement, connection, and purpose, because everyone deserves a meaningful life.

"After the aliens slaughtered all the other Sojourner monks, young Greymalkin was the last hope for the intragalactic expedition... but then they tossed the screaming apprentice helmsman out of the starship alone, into the void...."

A young Sojourner monk named Brother Greymalkin Thomas volunteers to go on a desperate quest in search of a lost trove of galactic secrets in the remote and deadly Eta Carinae star cluster, a violent alien realm that was once home to the Builders, an ancient civilization of godlike entities who left behind wondrous artifacts and feral cyborgs. Greymalkin will learn that throughout the Galaxy, information is power, and gaining access to secret information is the difference between survival... and death.

Helmsman is the first book of the Carinae Quest in the Sojourner Saga series, set in the distant future when humanity has long since colonized the stars and thousands of scattered civilizations have collapsed throughout forgotten regions of the Galaxy, becoming dying societies called the Bereft. Dedicated to aiding these collapsed civilizations, Sojourners are a scientific Order of interstellar monks. But after millennia seeking Bereft societies, the Order and their huge interstellar memory ark starships are faltering. Unless Greymalkin discovers the secrets of the Carinae, the Sojourner Order will fall, and with it, all of Humankind. Inspired by the Chinese classic Journey to the West, the Sojourner Saga novels are fast-paced adventures of ideas, set in an expansive interstellar future of human, alien, and cybernetic societies.

A therapist who didn't want therapy either shows you exactly what to expect-before, between, or outside of sessions.

Starting therapy is confusing and, for most people, scary. The openness required, the fear of judgment, the uncertainty of what you'll uncover-these concerns keep people feeling stuck even when they're open to help. Cody Qureshi knows this firsthand as a therapist, not only from her practice but as a once-skeptical client herself.

I Didn't Want to Either offers an insider's look at what actually happens in therapy, from someone who's sat on both sides of the room. Written in her warm, conversational voice with honest explanations of how therapists think, this book follows the same process therapists use with new clients, offering valuable exercises and groundwork on:

• Building community when you feel isolated
• Setting boundaries without guilt
• Understanding your stress before it overwhelms you
• Reframing your negative thoughts and practicing gratitude

Each chapter helps you understand yourself better to walk into your first session feeling prepared, or to simply improve your mental health if you're not ready to commit to therapy. And for new therapists, it even offers insight into the client experience and practical approaches to first sessions.

Whether you're ready to start therapy or simply curious about the process, this book meets you where you are.

Are you tired of confusing Mah Jongg rulebooks that leave you more lost than when you started?

Do you wish you could confidently join a game, understand the strategy, and truly enjoy playing American Mah Jongg?

What if mastering this captivating, social game was easier and more fun than you ever imagined?

Step into the vibrant world of American Mah Jongg with a guide that finally makes sense! Forget dry history lessons and overly complex rules. This book cuts straight to the heart of the game, empowering you to move from bewildered beginner to confident player, ready to Pung, Kong, and Mah Jongg your way to victory. Discover the joy of strategic play, social connection, and the satisfying clack of tiles as you unlock the secrets of this beloved game.

What You'll Discover

• Master the 152 unique tiles of American Mah Jongg, from Craks to Jokers, with intuitive explanations.
• Decipher the crucial NMJL Card, understanding its annual changes and how to read winning hands like a pro.
• Conquer the Charleston ritual with clear, step-by-step guidance that demystifies this pre-game shuffle.
• Develop winning strategies for building hands, using Jokers effectively, and playing smart defense to outmaneuver opponents.
• Avoid common beginner mistakes and elevate your gameplay from your very first game.
• Navigate the social nuances with essential Mah Jongg etiquette tips to ensure you're always invited back.

About This Book

Many Mah Jongg books drown you in history or generic rules that don't fully apply to the American game. This guide is different. Written for intelligent players who prefer understanding over rote memorization, it focuses exclusively on American Mah Jongg, using the official NMJL card as its foundation. You won't find tedious historical preambles; instead, you'll dive straight into practical knowledge, designed to build your comprehension logically and efficiently.

Authored by Miranda Murray, this book assumes you're ready to learn and eager to play. It breaks down complex concepts like tile identification, card interpretation, and game mechanics into digestible, engaging sections. From the initial deal and the infamous Charleston to advanced Joker strategy and defensive play, every aspect is covered to ensure you don't just 'play' Mah Jongg, but truly 'understand' it, even tackling the nuances of online vs. in-person play.

Why This Book Stands Out

Unlike other guides, this book is crafted to make learning American Mah Jongg genuinely fun and intuitive. It bypasses irrelevant details, offering a clear, step-by-step path from novice to a strategic player. It addresses the real learning challenges, from confusing tiles to the annual card changes, providing practical solutions and adaptable strategies. Whether you're playing in-person with friends or exploring online platforms, this guide equips you with the confidence and knowledge to enjoy every game without the headache of traditional learning methods.

The brand-new Miss Marple mystery from Lucy Foley, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Guest List and The Midnight Feast.

High in the Swiss Alps, accessible only by a single, winding railway, stands the luxurious Grand Alpine Hotel. With glorious mountain views and exclusive access to powdery slopes, it draws guests from far and wide.

The notorious actress.

The high-flying politician.

The society wife.

The reckless friend.

The shrewd doctor.

But not everyone is here for a winter holiday.

Beneath the champagne and furs, dark histories simmer; old grudges emerge like cracks in the ice.

And someone is watching from the shadows. A polite, unassuming woman with an extraordinary mind: Miss Marple.

When a body is found and a blizzard cuts off all escape, only Miss Marple can connect the clues before the killer strikes again. Because it isn't a question of who has a motive, but who's next...

With lyrical prose and a deeply empathetic voice, The Migraine Diaries offers a raw, unflinching look at the impact of chronic illness on the human spirit.

When a 30-something man experiences his first migraine at the funeral for his best friend, his life within a close-knit friend group threatens to come undone. He must navigate despair and debilitation alongside relationships, work, and the quest for meaning. He struggles to find sparks of hope and beauty even as his body and mind rebel against him.

How does he live with endless, invisible hurt? How does he support his friends even as he loses the ability to support himself? His very experience of time alters-looping, regressing, and flashing back to a before that's lost forever.

The Migraine Diaries, told in the unique format of a diagnostic headache journal, is a visionary look at human endurance, as well as a poignant exploration of pain. Most of all, it's a testament to the power of friendship in the face of strife and grief.

The Harry Potter books have been translated into morethan 85 languages around the world. While the words themselves strive to preserve J.K. Rowling's story faithfully across cultures, the covers of these editions tell a different tale: one of artistic freedom, cultural flavor, and unique interpretation. Over the years, dozens of talented illustrators have reimagined Harry, Hogwarts, and the wizarding world through their own eyes.

This book chronicles the fascinating journey of more than one hundred artists who, in one way or another, have shaped the face of Harry Potter across the globe. Each artist has brought their own background, culture, techniques, and preferences to the page, creating a gallery of styles that reflect the diversity of the readers themselves. Some of these illustrations are so iconic that they have defined an entire generation's image of the Boy Who Lived.

Here, you will find their stories and the surprising details behind the covers we have loved for more than two decades. From world-famous masterpieces to obscure editions known only to collectors, this book celebrates the many faces of Harry and the incredible community of artists who gave them life.

Foreword by Arthur Levine, American editor of the Harry Potter novels.

Have you ever felt that you are being held back by your own credit score? Have you suffered one too many loan application rejections because your credit report is too poor? Have you been trying to raise your score only to find that your efforts were getting you nowhere?

If you can relate to these situations, then what you need is a guide that can help you improve on your credit score ASAP. This book "Credit Repair Secrets: Increase Your Credits Score in 30 Days with Secret Technique. 609 Letters Templates Included. Repair Your Negative Profile Fast! And Develop Millionaire Mindset with Great Score!" is your one-stop guide to learning how to build on a good credit score and keep it there for as long as possible.

On this book, you will learn everything that you need to know on your credit score and what you can do to improve on it. This includes:

l The basics of credit scores: who prepares them and how are they prepared?

l What comprises your credit score.

l What can affect your credit score.

l The benefits of having a good credit score.

l What you should and shouldn't do when building your credit score.

l How to manage your debts.

l Loaning strategies and how to avoid predatory lending practices.

l Disputing credit reports.

l How to make an FCRA Compliant 609 Letter.

l How to protect your credit information.

l The basics on dealing with Interest.

l Making credit-boosting lifestyle changes.

l And many more.

Repairing your credit score is something that should not be intimidating or complicated. As a matter of fact, this book will introduce you to cost-effective credit repair strategies presented to you in an easy-to-digest format.

With the right skills, tools, and decisions, there is no doubt that you can turn your 300-500 credit score to a more acceptable 600. and if you are quite good enough, you might even reach the 650-800 ranges.

If you really want to improve your impression towards lenders, then repairing your credit score should be at the top of your priority list. And to make that goal attainable, you need to have a copy of this book to serve as your guide.

One year later, peace seems to prosper, but the consequences are worse than Talon ever imagined.

December, 2493

New York City is flourishing. With the government reformed and the class system demolished, the citizens are thriving. All seems well.

Talon Chambers has been living in Yahn with Castor and Amber, adjusting to the quiet life they've attained. He's glad to leave behind everything that happened in New York, glad to start a new life, glad he can finally attempt to live up to all his father hoped for.

However, everything changes when Talon and Castor are attacked by a masked figure whose identity remains a terrifying mystery.

Talon ties the horrific incident back to their excursions in New York. Why else would it have happened? But, with the emergence of a hidden society and someone long thought dead, he realizes New York had nothing to do with the attack. Something much more sinister is festering in the shadows.

As suspicion of unrest within The Empire of Danyor begins to circulate, Talon realizes that he, Castor, and Amber are part of something bigger than they could've imagined. He just doesn't know what it is.

But one thing is abundantly clear. He will have to confront their attacker; a faceless assassin known only as the Magistrate.

How long can a cause remain just, when painted in the blood of innocence?

They named her the Starhammer once. Hero to some, monster to many more. First into the breach at the Shattering, anointed in the blood of a thousand demons. The last of the legendary Valkyr.

But the Starhammer is dead.

Or so all the stories tell.

Amidst the soaring trees and haunted slopes of the Primals, Selitha relies on the forest to provide, and cares for her family. Nothing is more precious to her than her daughter.

It is a simple life. It is a peaceful life. It is a lie.

When bandits raid the Primals, burning towns and stealing children from their beds, Selitha has no choice but to lend her axe to the rescue.

Volcanic giants spew ash into the sky, demonic bears claw the forest to splinters, and there are even rumours the kin, half-men half-beasts, serve the raiders. All the Terrors of the old world stand against her.

With a severed head as guide, to rescue the children, Selitha may need to bring the Starhammer back from the dead.

But will it be the hero who rises from the grave, or the monster?

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A new standalone fantasy adventure set in the world of the God Eater Saga. Inspired by Norse mythology and the God of War games, it's perfect for readers of John Gwynne's Bloodsworn Saga.

Unlock a New You: Dive into the effortless route to healthy living with Dr. Nowzaradan's renowned diet plan - crafted for beginners like you! Are you constantly battling with the desire to lead a healthier life but feel trapped in the labyrinth of countless diet plans? Do you yearn to radiate confidence, return to social life without second-guessing every outfit, and bask in the glow of admiring glances rather than the weight of judgment? Or perhaps you're frustrated by complex diet plans that demand ingredients harder to find than a needle in a haystack? Introducing: Dr. Nowzaradan Diet Plan Book for Beginners - Your key to unlocking a life of elevated self-esteem, vibrant health, and tantalizing recipes that are as straightforward as they are scrumptious. As urban life becomes increasingly demanding, your well-being shouldn't be something that takes a back seat. Here's your chance to recalibrate your life with a tried-and-tested approach, backed by science and proven with real-life success stories. Here's a sneak peek into what awaits you: ✔Journey with Dr. Nowzaradan: Uncover the origins and groundbreaking philosophy of a medical maestro who has transformed lives. ✔Diet Decoded: Master the nuts and bolts of a nutritional plan focusing on balance, calories, and the game-changing role of proteins. ✔Forge the Right Attitude: Understand the psychological underpinnings of weight management and cultivate a winner's mindset. ✔Dishes to Drool Over: Relish a slew of recipes tailored for every meal of the week, ensuring you're energized, satiated, and always on track. ✔Conquer the Outdoors: Learn to dine out without derailing your progress. Whether it's a cozy café or a family gathering, we've got you covered. ✔Stay Active, Stay Fit: Recognize the marriage between diet and exercise, with actionable tips to integrate physical activity seamlessly into your routine. ✔ Triumph Over Trials: Strategies to surmount common challenges, from weight plateaus to tempting cheat days. ✔ Inspiring Transformations: Rekindle your motivation with stirring success stories from those who've walked this path and emerged victorious. Envision a life where you're in control, where every mirror reflects a version of you that's brimming with confidence and vitality. This isn't just another diet book; it's your passport to a holistic lifestyle overhaul. Are you ready to take the reins, revamp your habits, and unveil the best version of you?