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Even If: Having an Unwavering Faith in an Unpredictable World
Faith is easy-until life isn't.
With warmth, honesty, and a little humor, Even If invites you to explore a faith that doesn't flinch when life gets hard. It's not about having all the answers-it's about trusting that God does, even if the ending doesn't go the way you planned.
If you've been wrestling with the why, begging for the when, or doubting the how, this book will remind you that faith isn't about everything making sense-it's about standing firm in who God is, even if things around you are crumbling.
What do you do when the miracle doesn't come, the door doesn't open, and the happily ever after isn't yours? Even If is for every person who's ever whispered, "I trust You, God...but this hurts"-which, if we're honest, is most of us.
Life rarely sticks to the script. Just when you think things are going smoothly, boom-change, loss, heartbreak, or something else you didn't pencil into your calendar.
Even If is a heartfelt look at how to hold onto faith when life feels upside down, saying, "I trust You, God...even if I don't get the answer I want, even if the wait is long, and even if I feel like a mess."
Heather Sorenson shows that unwavering faith doesn't mean having it all together. It just means clinging to the One who does.
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Two Tales (Vorkosigan Saga)
The Vorkosigan Saga: Two Tales
"Winterfair Gifts"
In the elaborate preparations for Lord Miles Vorkosigan and his fiancée Ekaterin's Winterfair wedding on their home planet Barrayar, not just Miles's friends but also his enemies are at work. Miles's newest Armsman, the shy Roic, and Miles's old comrade, the genetically engineered Sergeant Taura, confront the sinister plot, and may just find a romance of their own.
"The Flowers of Vashnoi"
Still new to her duties as Lady Vorkosigan, Ekaterin is working together with expatriate scientist Enrique Borgos on a radical scheme to recover the lands of the Vashnoi exclusion zone, lingering radioactive legacy of the Cetagandan invasion of the planet Barrayar. When Enrique's experimental bioengineered creatures go missing, the pair discover that the zone still conceals deadly old secrets.
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"Bujold is one of the best writers of SF adventures to come along in years." - Locus
"Bujold is not just a master of plot, she is a master of emotion." - SF Site
"A superb craftsman and stylist, Ms. Bujold is well on her way to becoming one of the great voices of speculative fiction." - Rave Reviews
"Bujold has a gift, nearly unique in science fiction, for the comedy of manners." - Chicago Sun Times "
"Superb far-future saga." - Publishers Weekly on the 'Vorkosigan' series Bujold's "work remains among the most enjoyable and rewarding in contemporary SF." - Publishers Weekly
Lois McMaster Bujold was born in 1949, the daughter of an engineering professor at Ohio State University, from whom she picked up her early interest in science fiction. She now lives in Minneapolis, and has two grown children. She began writing with the aim of professional publication in 1982. She wrote three novels in three years; in October of 1985, all three sold to Baen Books, launching her career. Bujold went on to write many other books for Baen, mostly featuring her popular character Miles Naismith Vorkosigan, his family, friends, and enemies. Her books have been translated into over twenty languages. Her fantasy from Eos includes the award-winning Chalion series and the Sharing Knife series.
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Siete Horizontal: Cuentos y Otras Distorsiones
Los cuentos de Siete Horizontal lo llevarán a un espacio donde el tiempo no se mide con reloj, sino con la obsesión de los recuerdos y el peso de las decisiones. En esta colección de relatos fantásticos, inquietantes y profundamente humanos, los personajes enfrentan destinos ineludibles, horrores inexplicables y misteriosas fuerzas que los condenan a enfrentarse con la sombra de su propia existencia.Un niño aprende que la ciencia no siempre tiene todas las respuestas.
Siguiendo la tradición de los grandes narradores del realismo mágico, la literatura fantástica y la ficción especulativa, este libro nos sumerge en relatos donde lo cotidiano se tuerce hasta volverse irreal, y donde cada elección, cada segundo y cada error cobran un peso insoportable.
¿Qué secreto descubre una anciana al resolver un crucigrama?
Un viajero atrapado en su travesía de un mes de abril sin fin.
Un pródigo cineasta vive su propia historia de terror cuando asiste a su reunión de secundaria...y cuatro historias más que trazan una nueva frontera entre lo cotidiano y lo imposible, entre la duda y la certeza, y que lo obligaran a explorar las grietas de la realidad.
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Titans
In a forgotten age, the old gods fell.
Zeus crushed the ancient Titans in a war that shook the heavens, then hurled the vanquished into Tartarus: an abyss of ice and torment buried far beneath the underworld itself, sealed forever. Or so he believed.
Now, high in Crete's mountains, archaeologists have unearthed a crumbling manuscript that promises whoever opens the gates to Tartarus will command the Titans: unstoppable beings capable of bringing the modern world to its knees.
Linguist Matt Kearns discovers irrefutable evidence that a reclusive billionaire believes the myth is real and plans to free the Titans.
Only one man can stop him: Alex Hunter, the legendary Arcadian, leading the elite HAWC commandos into the depths of the Earth to confront horrors never faced before. But victory demands the impossible - Alex must find and recruit Zeus himself.
In this thunderous collision of ancient myth and cutting-edge military fury, Greig Beck unleashes a relentless, blood-soaked epic tale that races from buried Tartarean ruins to the marble arenas of Olympus itself, leaving you breathless until the final, cataclysmic page is turned.
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Hire Right. Keep Great People!: A 5-Stage Model to Build High-Performing Teams, Reduce Turnover, and Grow Future Leaders
Hiring outcomes shouldn't "scatter evenly." Yet too many leaders are stuck on a revolving hamster wheel of recruiting, onboarding, and replacing, while trying to hit bigger goals with an unstable team.
The math ain't mathing.
In Hire Right. Keep Great People, Dr. Quendrida Whitmore, known as Coach Quen(R), gives overwhelmed people managers, directors, and HR leaders a practical, repeatable talent lifecycle model that transforms talent management from a yearly event into a daily operating system. Built for modern strategic human capital management, this end-to-end employee lifecycle playbook helps you stop "chemistry hires," reduce bias, improve retention, and build a leadership bench that lasts.
This isn't theory. It's a start-anywhere framework you can run immediately:
Attract → Select → Belong → Develop → Advance (with Reflection wrapping the whole process so you can fix what's broken right now and build a Culture of Development(TM) over time).
Inside, you'll learn how to:
- Turn culture into a recruiting advantage with talent acquisition best practices that attract the right people (not just more applicants)
- Use a structured interview process with competency based interviewing and probe questions so you can make better hiring decisions and reduce costly misfires
- Reduce bias with "structure over subjectivity," including guidance on interviewing for culture fit vs skill and selection criteria you can defend
- Increase retention by building psychological safety at work and fostering a real culture of belonging, because onboarding isn't orientation
- Implement a strategic 30-60-90 day onboarding plan that accelerates contribution and helps you reduce employee turnover
- Develop people without becoming the bottleneck: coaching vs managing, feedback that lands, and individual development plans leaders actually use
- Handle performance slips with clarity and dignity using a manager-friendly performance improvement plan guide
- Build a leadership pipeline with succession planning, the 9 box grid talent assessment, sponsorship, and talent visibility so advancement is faster and fairer
Readers consistently describe this as a book you work with, not just read, a one-on-one coaching session in print, packed with vivid "Storytime" moments and tools you can apply immediately.
If you're ready to stop leading by accident and start leading with intention, this is your human-centered, ROI-smart talent management strategy for building a high-performing team and a leadership legacy you're proud of.
Click "Buy now" to start building your Talent Lifecycle, one high-impact decision at a time.
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Alien Next Door 13: The Bad Luck House
In the thirteenth book of the Alien Next Door series, Zeke finds out what it means to be lucky! After a terrible, horrible, unlucky morning for Harris, Zeke struggles to grasp the concept of luck. Harris and Roxy try to help him understand the difference between good and bad luck, but it's only after Jeremy dares them to go into the haunted house on their block that Zeke begins to get it. Will the three of them be able to brave the cursed house and bring their bad luck to an end? -
Odds Are It's Marketing: A Practical Guide to Spotting Trends, Building Strategy, and Driving Growth
Want marketing that works? Stop selling and start connecting.
Forget the buzzwords and the hot new tactics. Good marketing is choosing the message and channel that actually land with audiences. So what do you say, and how do you know it will work? The marketing that wins is rooted in simple principles: Be authentic, speak to a real audience, and make it resonate. The challenge is turning those principles into a narrative strategy that performs in the real world. Because marketing shifts. People shift. Platforms shift. You need a framework that's built to adapt.
Enter the O.D.D.S. Method: a fail-safe four-part framework from marketing consultant and entrepreneur Shanise Ling, EMBA, that will dramatically simplify and fundamentally change how you go about creating a marketing strategy that works. The O.D.D.S. Method teaches you how to:
- Observe: Start with analysis, then use insights to make meaningful connections.
- Distill: Define a clear point of view from which to build a brand that resonates.
- Differentiate: Determine and fine-tune the channels and tools that best fit your market.
- Scale: Amplify your message strategically.
Blending real-world stories with actionable marketing strategy, Odds Are It's Marketing is an exploration of what it means to build visibility, credibility, and impact-especially for those who've been underestimated, overlooked, or undervalued. To build brands that can't be ignored, you need clarity, confidence, and purpose. But most of all, you need a great story. What will yours be?
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What It Is Like Being A Man
REAL STORIES OF MEN REFLECTING ON IDENTITY, PURPOSE, AND TRUTH
What It Is Like Being a Man offers a powerful and honest collection of stories by men from all walks of life. Through
heartfelt and authentic narratives, these men explore their journeys and experiences, delving into topics of self-identity, purpose,
healing, resilience, and the quest for truth. This anthology is an invitation to peek into the hearts and minds of men who have walked through and triumphed over some of life's greatest challenges, from healing to finding one's truth.
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Sleight Before Christmas: Deluxe Limited Edition
It's that most hectic time of the year, and all a certain married dad wants for Christmas is to rekindle the very hot spark he once shared with his wife in this heartwarmingly spicy, holiday-themed romantic dramedy from the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of The Ravenhood--perfect for fans of Meghan Quinn, Julie Murphy, and Tessa Bailey! **DELUXE LIMITED EDITION FEATURING GLITTER GLOSS, STENCILED EDGES, DESIGNED INTERIOR, AND BONUS CONTENT** My kids are a**holes. Yeah, I said it. I said the thing no father is supposed to say about their children, and I'll say it again because I miss my wife. Serena's checked out and now resides in 'yes dear' robot mode, complete with a new eye twitch. Reason being, the impish elves we spawned are currently sucking the life out of her--daily. Thanks to Gracie and Peyton, my patience is hanging by the last orange bulb on a very thin green wire. Thank God we're headed to Triple Falls. A week of Ruby's eggnog and a little change of scenery could be just what the woman I love needs to find her way back to herself--and to me. But the closer we get to packing up, the shorter my fuse becomes . . . and the more I'm starting to get ideas of taking drastic measures. And by drastic, I mean our little goblins won't be the only ones making Rudolph's naughty list. I've had enough. I'm not giving in this time. No amount of alligator tears or fake apologies are going to cut it. Ironically, the more I man up and take charge, the more Serena and I are starting to reminisce about the good old days, which is quickly adding up to some heated nights. Come hell or high water, this Christmas, our kids are going to learn to appreciate the parents they've got because I'm getting my girl back . . . even if the two little hellions we created have to pay to bring her back to me--little f*ckers. The Sleight Before Christmas is packed with adult shenanigans, laugh-out-loud outrageous content, colorful language, adults behaving badly, as well as hefty doses of spice. -
Dream Along With Milo The Minmi
A children's book that follows a young dinosaur named Milo who falls asleep and wakes up to meet a young girl named Elle. Together they travel to various unique locations on fun adventures designed by their imaginations. This book is created to teach young children about dinosaurs, as well as the variety of exciting environments in and around our planet.
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Hybrid Prince (Wings of Fire, Book 16): Volume 16
The #1 New York Times bestselling series is back with a brand new tale! Discover what happens next in this thrilling addition to the Wings of Fire saga.
Umber was never supposed to be a hero...
As the youngest sibling of his MudWing hatching, Umber doesn't have the responsibilities of his bigwings, Reed, nor the heroic destiny prophesied for his brother, Clay. He's always been content with his role as the cheerful, goofy, little brother. But when his sister, Sora, causes a tragedy at Jade Mountain Academy, Umber finds himself on the run and thrown into a whole new role--that of protector.
Umber and Sora fly south in search of a place where they can live far away from other dragons... until a kind, hybrid dragon named Mulberry saves him from a kraken attack, and Umber realizes they don't have to survive alone after all. In fact, there's an entire community living on a forgotten island, full of dragons hiding from their own dark pasts.
As the two MudWings settle into the Court of Refuge, they start to realize that nothing in this place is quite what it seems, and the protection it offers comes with a price. Even as Umber falls for Prince Mulberry, he learns he must find a way to unlock the past of this mysterious island to ensure he and Sora have a future. And when the dragons in power try to stop him, he'll have to decide what he cares about most... and whether he can be the hero these dragons need after all.
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Spy X Family, Vol. 16
An action-packed comedy about a fake family that includes a spy, an assassin and a telepath! Master spy Twilight is unparalleled when it comes to going undercover on dangerous missions for the betterment of the world. But when he receives the ultimate assignment--to get married and have a kid--he may finally be in over his head! When Melinda comes to Loid for counseling, he lucks into a great opportunity to gather intel. During their session, even Loid is shocked by what he learns about Donovan Desmond. Meanwhile, it's a new term at Eden Academy, and Anya's found herself in the middle of an international dispute! -
Anger
Sadie is the kind of girl who makes the world softer. She shares. She waits her turn. She is kind.
But one hard day at school leaves her cheeks hot and her fists tight. Something big is bubbling inside her... and she doesn't know what to do with it.
Then - POOF! - a tiny, fiery Mood Monster appears with surprising news:
Anger isn't bad. It's a gift.
In this warm and empowering story, children learn that anger is the feeling that helps us notice when something isn't fair and speak up with courage. With a simple, memorable tool - NOTICE. IN. OUT. SPEAK. - young readers discover how to handle big feelings in healthy, confident ways.
Written by mental health professionals and designed for families, classrooms, and counseling spaces, ANGER helps children understand that they can be both kind and strong.
The Mood Monster Series shows kids that every emotion carries a gift.
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River: A Cherokee Principal Chief's Fight for Family, Truth, and Vindication
He was elected by the people. Removed by the powerful. Vindicated by the truth.
What does it cost a man to stand on principle when everything - his office, his reputation, his family - is on the line?
In the back rows, the elders sat calm and unmoving amid the tension. One white-haired woman met his eyes. She placed her hand over her heart and nodded once. Stay strong.
Patrick H. Lambert was raised in poverty on the Qualla Boundary, left high school without a diploma, worked underground tunneling for a hydroelectric pump station, and served his country in the U.S. Army. Through determination and sheer will, he earned a Juris Doctor from UNC Chapel Hill and an advanced LL.M. in Gaming Law - and was ultimately elected Principal Chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians by an overwhelming margin.
Then he ordered the audits.
As financial records were opened and questions were asked, resistance grew.
What followed became one of the most consequential - and contested - chapters in modern Cherokee governance.
In The River, Lambert recounts the rise, removal, and ultimate vindication that defined his time in office. With clarity and restraint, he tells the inside story of the era when the Tribe entered gaming, built the foundations of economic self-determination, and established its first Per Capita distributions - decisions that permanently reshaped Cherokee life. He had spent twenty-one years helping build that gaming infrastructure. He understood exactly what the audits would reveal - and ordered them anyway.
As Principal Chief, Lambert eliminated over one hundred twenty million dollars in Tribal debt, stabilized programs, strengthened families, and fought to establish transparency in a system where some had grown very comfortable in the shadows. When the political machinery moved against him, it moved fast and without mercy.
But leadership during moments of change carries a cost. Lambert writes candidly about the pressure of governing in turbulent times, the strain placed on his family, and the isolation that comes from standing on principle while facing public accusation and political upheaval. Behind every difficult decision stood his wife and children, who bore the weight of a fight that was never supposed to be theirs - and never wavered.
The enemies who moved against him believed the story would end in that chamber. They were wrong.
At its heart, The River is three stories woven into one: an unprecedented look inside the inner workings of a sovereign tribal government, a love story about a marriage and family tested by forces most couples never face, and ultimately a story of rebuilding - a man, a reputation, and a legacy - when the truth finally had its day.
This is also a Cherokee story. Not a story about Cherokee people told from the outside, but one written from deep inside - by a man who grew up on the Boundary, served his Nation, and refused to let its history be written by those who feared the truth more than they valued it.
Supported by contemporaneous records - including audits, court rulings, and official documents - The River is both a personal memoir and a historical record of a pivotal moment in modern Cherokee history.
For readers of political memoir, Native American history, and stories of leadership under fire, this book stands as a testament to resilience, responsibility, and the enduring power of truth.
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Linchpin Writer: Crafting Your Novel's Key Moments
In every novel there are pivotal places that can make or break a book. Write them well, and you'll have your readers begging for a sequel. Write them poorly, and your book will get scathing reviews and sell only a handful of copies. These pivotal places are "linchpin moments," and in this book you'll learn how to nail these moments.
Based on real advice from editing hundreds of novels, John Matthew Fox guides writers through the process of creating a novel that soars in the reader's imagination. After reading this book, you'll be a better storyteller, a better self-editor, and a better writer.
In this book you'll learn how to:
- Flood your readers with strong emotions
- Create memorable beginnings and endings
- Describe characters for the first time
- Make readers swoon in romantic scenes
- Kill off characters (without enraging your readers)
- Harness the element of surprise
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Complete Macro Cookbook: 2-Week Meal Plan for Muscle Gain, 2-Week Meal Plan for Fat Loss, Workout Guidance and Routines
Achieve your health goals with the macro diet
The macro diet is all about balancing fat, carbs, and protein to help you build muscle and lose fat. This macro cookbook gives you the expert guidance and a range of flavorful recipes you need to get started and see results.
- Beginner-friendly--Target your health goals with 85 recipes for meals and snacks that will ensure you meet your macro requirements.
- Curated meal plans--Make your macro transition easy with two 14-day meal plans and shopping lists to set you up for success.
- Tailored workouts--Pump up the benefits of your macro diet with cardio and strength-training routines and exercises.
Balance macronutrients to achieve your health and fitness goals with this ultimate macro diet cookbook.