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A woman realizes shes been secretly romancing her boss in an online game in this charming, geeky romcom thats perfect for fans of Olivia Dade."Delightfully nerdy, hugely charming, and a definite must-read." Hannah Bonam-Young, New York Times bestselling author of Next of Kin Elizabeth Gordon-Bettencourt is rebuilding her life on her own terms, starting with a new internship, a shot at her dream job as a civil engineer, and a whole lot of distance from her familys drama. With her life full of change, the one constant is @theanswerisno, a charming gamer who seems to just get her. Even if he has no interest in meeting her in real life. Elizabeth would feel a lot more confident about her job if her new boss wasnt so hard to read. Lincoln Carden is quiet, demanding, and adamant about avoiding small talkespecially in the office. What she doesnt know is that online, hes someone else entirely: quick, confident, and a little bit flirty. And his favorite player to team up with is @pancakesareelite, the one person who never makes him feel like he has to try too hard. As their two worlds start to collide, Elizabeth and Lincoln start to wonder: with their careers on the line and their online friendship at risk, is a romance IRL worth it?"Fresh and funny and filled with incredible chemistry. An inventive twist on a workplace romance, with hidden identities and a perfect slow-burn. I absolutely loved this read!" Naina Kumar, USA Today bestselling author of Flirting with Disaster

Quelle est la vraie origine de la célébration de Noël ?Décembre 303. Lucius Valerius Corvinus, juriste idéaliste envoyé de Rome, arrive au camp fortifié de Durostorum, sur la frontière glaciale du Da

Sono Lukas Donnel, il quarterback dei Miami Dolphins, e sto per tuffarmi in un guaio di grandezza epocale con una ragazzina.Perché è la figlia del mio capo.Perché ha tredici anni meno di me.Perché vi

Lui e il mio capo.Lui e proibito.Sono Anthony Carter III e sto per ereditare un impero finanziario.Sono freddo. Cinico. Insensibile.E non sopporto le assistenti.Mi piace farle scappare dopo pochi giorni, ma a quanto pare Maddy non ha intenzione di lasciarsi intimorire.Mi sfida. Mi tiene testa. Mi eccita.E io ho fatto la cazzata piu grande di tutte. Lho portata a letto.Nessuno pero deve saperlo.Cio che e accaduto in quella stanza deve rimanere un segreto.***ROMANZO AUTOCONCLUSIVO***

Un bacio. Solo una volta.E da domani dimenticheremo ogni cosa.Ero il campione indiscusso del tennis professionistico.Avevo il mondo ai miei piedi e la modella piu in vista al mio fianco.Mi sentivo un fottuto re.Poi un maledetto incidente ha spazzato via ogni cosa.Sono finito allinferno e ne sono uscito solo quando e arrivata lei.Evelyn ha la meta dei miei anni.È destinata a diventare una campionessa.È destinata a diventare la mia ossessione.È destinata a diventare la mia rovina.Mi chiamo Adam Davis e sto per fare la scelta piu pericolosa della mia vita.***ROMANZO AUTOCONCLUSIVO***Sonia Gimor torna a farci sognare con un nuovo Sport Romance!

Lei e una ragazzina e io la sua guardia del corpo.Siamo lo sbaglio piu grande che possa esistere.Sono Caleb Parrish e sono allapice della mia carriera.Il governatore mi ha assunto come bodyguard di sua figlia,un lavoretto che garantira gloria, soldi e potere alla mia agenzia di sicurezza.O almeno questo era quello che credevo fino a quando non ho visto la mocciosa.Si, perche io e quella ragazzina non siamo due sconosciuti.Abbiamo fatto sesso su un balcone, nel bel mezzo di una festa, ma non sapevo chi fosse.Ora mi sfida, mi porta al limite.E piu perdo la testa, piu la metto in pericolo.Il governatore crede di aver assunto luomo che salvera sua figlia,invece finiro per distruggerla.***ROMANZO AUTOCONCLUSIVO***

All this is, is the thing weve always known: we have nothing and nobody except each other. But that, we have in spades. Now, lets go climb rocks."Tender, immersive, and thrilling GABRIELLE ZEVIN, author of Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and TomorrowOne of the best novels Ive ever read about friendship between a young man and a young woman ... Exciting and tension filled STEPHEN KINGA breathtaking, thrilling and unforgettable story of friendship, of hopes and dreams against a reality so harsh it broke my heart CHRIS WHITAKER, author of All the Colours of the DarkProfound and stunning ... It will make you question yourself and every one of your beliefs LIZ NUGENT, author of Strange Sally Diamond***A heartstopping story of friendship, thrill-seeking and defying expectations: the explosive second novel from the bestselling author of My Absolute DarlingDan and Tamma are two Californian teenagers growing up dirt poor in the shadows of the Joshua Tree National Park, one of the worlds great rock climbing meccas. Their mothers had once been teenage waitresses and best friends until their paths diverged. Now Dans mother spends her days locked in her room, her dreams squandered and all her hopes pinned on getting her precociously clever son out of town and away to university.Tammas mother holds no such ambition for her mouthy, queer, truant-playing, snaggle-toothed daughter, who everyone but Dan believes to be a troublemaker and no-hoper. But Tamma and Dan are fuelled by dreams of becoming legendary rock climbers, of devoting their lives to summiting the most challenging climbs and defying all the expectations, both good and bad, that others have for them.Climbing at sun-up, on cliff faces that test their bodies to the limit, is where their friendship is forged. Its also the one thing that gives them hope. But as their final year of high school unfolds and their climbs become ever more dangerous, and their home lives ever more extreme, its inevitable that something is going to snap...

Find Freedom and Peace Through the CrossDo you believe the world can be changed? In the midst of chaos, the restorative power of Jesus work at the cross still breaks through, healing brokenness and proclaiming peace.Liberated at the Cross, a six-week Bible study, invites you to explore the profound significance of the cross and how it transforms our lives. Written by Kristel Acevedo, this study is both a spiritual and practical guide to understanding the cross as the gateway to peace, discipleship, and liberation. Through thought-provoking lessons and accompanying videos, youll discover how to live a cross-shaped lifeone marked by love, sacrifice, and peace.With Liberated at the Cross, you will learn how to look to the cross for hope and power to pursue peace, gain a biblical understanding of how the cross impacts your discipleship journey, and apply these principles to pursue a cross-shaped life every day. Start Your JourneyWith a focus on discipleship and community, this study equips you to pursue peace and love with a vision of Gods kingdom in mind, whether youre studying with a group or individually. By the end of these six weeks, you will receive a better way to pursue peace and love both in your own life and in your communitya way marked by sacrifice, nonviolence, and liberation for all people.Whether youre beginning your discipleship journey or looking for ways to deepen your faith, Liberated at the Cross offers you a compelling opportunity to study the Bible in a way that directly applies to your life and the issues you care about most. Start your journey today and join a movement of faith that heals and restores through the power of the cross.About the Made for PAX Bible Study SeriesMade for PAX is a foundation committed to promoting peace, justice, and contemplation by Christians of color. The Made for PAX Bible Study series applies these biblical values to everyday discipleship and equips readers to pursue peacemaking, equity, and wholeness with hope.

Harry Dresden, Chicagos only professional wizard, has always managed to save the day - but, in this powerful entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling Dresden Files, can he save himself?One year. 365 days. Twelve months.Harry Dresden has been through a lot, and so has his city. After Harry and his allies narrowly managed to save Chicago from being razed to the ground, everything is different-and its not just the current lack of electricity.In the battle, Harry lost people he cared about. And thats the kind of loss that takes a toll. Harry being Harry, hes doing his level best to help the city and his friends recover and rebuild. But its a heavy load, and he needs time.But time is one thing Harry doesnt have. Ghouls are prowling Chicago and taking out innocent civilians. Harrys brother is dying, and Harry doesnt know how to help him. And last but certainly not least, the Winter Queen of the Fae has allied with the White Court of vampires-and Harrys been betrothed to the seductive, deadly vampire Lara Raith to seal the deal.Its been a tough year. More than ever, the city needs Harry Dresden the wizard-but after loss and grief, is there enough left of Harry Dresden the man to rise to the challenge?

Arthur Kane hatte schon Hunderte von verlassenen Gebauden betreten, aber die alte Haverford-Fabrik in Dublin fuhlte sich anders an, sobald er durch die verbogene Metalltur trat. Die Luft war unnaturlich warm. Der Staub hing nicht einfach nur in der Luft; er schimmerte, als wurde er von etwas Unsichtbarem aufgewirbelt. Sein Taschenlampenlicht durchdrang die Dunkelheit in dunnen, flackernden Linien. Eine Vermisstenanzeige, ein anonymer Hinweis und eine vergessene Fabrik, dachte er. Und irgendwie bin ich der Einzige, der neugierig genug ist, um nachzuschauen. Der Boden knarrte unter seinen Stiefeln, als er an verrosteten Rohren und eingesturzten Laufstegen vorbeiging. Das Gebaude hatte still sein mussen. Stattdessen vibrierte ein leises Summen unter seinen Fuen, elektrisch, rhythmisch und lebendig. Arthur folgte ihm. Das Gerausch fuhrte ihn zu einer Stahltur, die halb hinter Kisten verborgen war. Jemand hatte sie einst zugeschweit, doch die Zeit hatte die Nahte aufgebrochen. Mit einem kraftigen Sto offnete sich die Tur und gab den Blick auf eine schmale Treppe frei, die sich spiralformig in die Dunkelheit hinunterwandte. Er zogerte. Gerade lange genug, um zu wissen, dass er umkehren sollte. Dann stieg er hinab.Am Ende der Treppe befand sich ein Raum, der in keine Fabrik passte. Die Wande waren glatt, metallisch und vollig rostfrei. Seltsame Symbole leuchteten schwach auf dem Boden und verschoben sich wie flussiges Licht. In der Mitte stand eine Maschine. Sie hatte die Form einer Kapsel, war aus poliertem Metall und Glasplatten und im Inneren flackerten sanfte blaue Lichtimpulse. Nicht industriell. Nicht militarisch. Nicht menschlich, zumindest keine Technologie, die Arthur jemals gesehen hatte. Sein Puls beschleunigte sich. "Entweder habe ich gerade die Geschichte des Jahrzehnts gefunden", flusterte er, "oder ich werde mich gleich umbringen." Er umkreiste die Maschine und strich mit den Fingern uber die Oberflache. An einer Seite ragte eine Konsole hervor, die mit unbekannten Knopfen und Reglern bedeckt war. Seine Neugierde uberwaltigte ihn, wie immer. Er druckte einen Knopf. Ein leiser Ton ertonte. Er druckte einen weiteren. Der Boden vibrierte. Bevor er seine Hand zuruckziehen konnte, erwachte die gesamte Maschine zum Leben. Lichter wirbelten herum. Luft stromte um ihn herum. Die Kapsel-Tur sprang auf und zog ihn hinein."Wartet! Nein! Haltet an!", schrie er, aber die Maschine horte nicht auf ihn. Ein blendender Blitz verschlang ihn. Fur einen Moment war da nichts. Dann Hitze. Rohe, erstickende Hitze. Das Gerausch von etwas Kolossalem, das in der Ferne drohnte. Der Gestank von Vegetation, Schlamm und etwas Uraltem. Arthur stolperte aus der Maschine hinaus in das blendende Sonnenlicht. Der Himmel war riesig und wild; Wolken zogen vorbei, unberuhrt von jeglichen Kondensstreifen. Baume ragten wie Wolkenkratzer empor. Insekten von der Groe von Spatzen schwirrten durch die Luft. Und weit entfernt, bei jedem Schritt den Boden erschutternd, stapfte eine riesige Kreatur zwischen den Baumen umher, eine Kreatur, die Arthur nur aus Museen und Kinderbuchern kannte. Ein Dinosaurier ...Er schluckte schwer. "Okay", flusterte er mit klopfendem Herzen, "das ist schlecht." Die Maschine hinter ihm funkte einmal, quietschte hilflos und wurde dann vollig dunkel. Arthur Kane war allein.Siebzig Millionen Jahre in der Vergangenheit. Und die Geschichte hatte gerade erst begonnen

Nathan and Teresa are a married couple attending a New Years Eve party at a beach house with their close friends Marcus, Rachel, and a few others. As the night progresses, the group engages in increasingly intimate party games, building palpable sexual tension. Teresa, usually reserved, shocks her husband by revealing a secret fantasy of hers... and Marcus might be the one to make it come true.

"I yield myself up to you... my soul, my body, my life."When English writer Anne Gilchrist first read Walt Whitmans Leaves of Grass, her life was irrevocably changed. While many of her contemporaries dismissed the work as scandalous, Gilchrist saw the "Voice of the New World." What followed was a decade-spanning correspondence that offers a rare glimpse into the private lives of two brilliant minds. Gilchrists letters are a passionate, often heartbreaking declaration of love and devotion to a man she had never met, while Whitmans responses reveal his characteristic warmth, caution, and deep respect for the woman who became his most ardent defender in the British Isles. This collection is a hauntingly beautiful testament to the power of literature to bridge oceans and souls.The "Womans Estimate" of Whitman: Anne Gilchrist was the first woman to publicly and intelligently defend Whitmans controversial poetry. Her essay, "A Womans Estimate of Walt Whitman," included in this volumes context, shattered the Victorian notion that his work was "unfit" for female readers, arguing instead for its profound spiritual and physiological truth.A Study in Unrequited Devotion: The correspondence captures the tension between Gilchrists intense romantic longing and Whitmans "democratic" detachment. Her eventual move to America with her children to be near him marks one of the most daring acts of literary devotion in history, transforming their relationship from paper to reality.Why It Is a Biographical Essential: These letters provide a crucial "missing piece" in the study of Walt Whitmans character and his reception abroad. Beyond the biography, it is a masterclass in the art of letter-writinga lost form of intimacy that reveals the raw, unfiltered emotions of a woman who dared to love a poet more than she loved the conventions of her time.Discover the hearts behind the poems. Purchase "The Letters of Anne Gilchrist and Walt Whitman" today.

Discover the Living Legacy of a Nations Soul.Thailand is more than just a destination; it is a "living tapestry" woven from the threads of ancient civilizations, spiritual devotion, and extraordinary natural abundance. This comprehensive volume invites you on a journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Sites that define the nations identity and protect the planets vital biodiversity.Inside this exploration of Thailands most sacred and wild places:The Dawn of Happiness: Wander through the poetic ruins of Sukhothai, the 13th-century cradle of Thai civilization where the "Sukhothai style" of art and the ideals of the righteous king first emerged. The Eternal Echoes of Ayutthaya: Step into the "cosmic city," once a global trading hub that rivaled the greatest capitals of Europe before its tragic fall in 1767. Prehistoric Mysteries: Uncover the secrets of Ban Chiang, the archaeological site that rewrote human history by proving Southeast Asia was a pioneering center of Bronze Age innovation. The Enigmatic Dvaravati: Explore the recently inscribed (2023) ancient town of Si Thep and the surreal rock formations of Phu Phrabat, where Hindu, Buddhist, and animist beliefs merged into unique sacred landscapes. Thailands Wild Heart: Venture into the vast forest complexes of Khao Yai, Thung YaiHuai Kha Khaeng, and Kaeng Krachanthe last strongholds for the Indochinese tiger and the Asian elephant in mainland Southeast Asia. Rich in historical detail and ecological insight, World Heritage in Thailand is both a guide and a tribute to the "ingenuity of ancestors" and the "wisdom of ecosystems". It is an essential read for travelers, history enthusiasts, and anyone who understands the value of preserving what matters most.

What if your reflection started lying to you?Jude Thorne is a man who restores old books and his own quiet life. Until late one night, he notices a discrepancy in his bathroom mirror. His reflection moves exactly ten seconds after he does. He dismisses it as fatigue, a trick of the light.But the echo repeats. And clarifies. The reflectionhe begins to call it the Shadow-Selfdoesnt just lag; it warns. It shows him a falling glass, a treacherous rug, a shard of broken ceramic a full ten seconds before it happens. What feels like a curse becomes a gift: the power to see the future.Yet each warning pulls him toward a more terrifying question: What is the Shadow-Self trying to protect him from? Is his elderly neighbor, with his unnerving hints about the houses past, right? Or is this the final scream of a mind unraveling?As the line between reality and reflection blurs, Jude is drawn toward an inevitable conclusion. The final scene the Shadow-Self reveals will upend everything he thinks he knows.Remember: Some mirrors reflect more than your image. They reflect your fate. And your fate can be ten seconds ahead of you.Immerse yourself in this gripping tale of psychological horror and supernatural suspense. Look Inside now.

I Guess Thats Life: 15 Times the Universe Rolled the DiceStop looking for "The Secret." The Universe doesnt have a plan for youit has a pair of dice.If youre tired of "manifesting" your way into disappointment and reading self-help books that promise the stars while youre stuck in the mud, this is the anti-self-help collection youve been waiting for. This is a book for the realist, the cynic, and anyone who has ever been pooped on by a seagull at the exact moment they thought life was finally getting better.I Guess Thats Life is a collection of fifteen gritty, satirical, and deeply human stories that explore the moments when fate intervenes in the lives of ordinary people. From a seagull-induced catastrophe to the quiet ache of a missed heartbeat, these stories span the globe and the spectrum of human emotion. Whether its a woman reclaiming her power in a Walmart parking lot or an eccentric beagle seeking the meaning of existence, each episode captures a unique slice of realitybitter, sweet, and everything in between.Inside this collection, you will find:15 Cinematic Short Stories: Diverse characters facing office politics, domestic struggles, systemic hurdles, and the randomness of luck. The Quincys Notes: A series of sharp, cynical, and philosophical reflections accompanying every story, offering an unfiltered look at the "why" behind our worst days. 5 Bonus Poems: Lyrical explorations of lifes most intangible moments. Perfect for fans of: Literary fiction with a sharp satirical edge, modern social commentary, and anyone who has ever muttered, "I guess thats life."Stop waiting for Lady Luck to smile. Sometimes, you have to learn to play the hand you were dealt.

"Sou um fracasso"; "Nunca vou conseguir"; "Qual o sentido de viver?" — essas são algumas das vozes internas que traduzem a experiência de quem enfrenta a depressão, uma condição que vai muito além da

Dont miss THE BEAUTY on FX, Ryan Murphys new smash hit horror series starring Evan Peters, Anthony Ramos, and Jeremy Pope!How far would you go to become the idealized version of yourself? Find out in the first volume of the groundbreaking sci-fi horror graphic novel series!In a culture increasingly obsessed with physical beauty, what if you could be guaranteed a shortcut to becoming beautiful? A sexually transmitted disease has started transforming people who catch it, changing their facial features and body types to something more in line with societys perceived ideal. The only catch? You will have a slight, persistent fever. But who cares how you feel when you look so good?Those who pursued this alleged perfection are in for a rude awakening. After an indeterminate amount of time with the disease, it has deadly consequences as that fever finally burns you from the inside out. For Detectives Vaughn and Foster, investigating the first mysterious deaths of Beauty victims leads them into a dark world they never expected, full of corrupt politicians, murderous federal agents, and a secret society of crooks and killers. Relive the first spellbinding story arc of THE BEAUTY, as well as a selection of stories that expand the world. The first of three all-new editions collecting the entire original series, this volume includes the first eleven issues, co-written by series creators Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley, with art by Haun, Mike Huddleston, Brett Weldele, and Stephen Green.This volume collects issues 1-11 of the original series.

The camp explodes into chaos the night the high priestess falls. Erina flees beneath a hooded cloak, branded by a mark whose meaning she cannot name. Erinas journey is a race through mist.Meanwhile, Lucius tightens his nethis shadowed magic corrupts the land, and his hounds answer only his command.Led by a calm, inscrutable Grand Master of the White Towers. If she succeeds, she may rise to the power needed to face Luciusif she can survive long enough to claim it.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Most people assume that the world has been explored and true adventure is dead: This book is one mans rebuttal. Explorer and conservationist Paul Rosolie shares his incredible life in the Amazon rainforestand what we can learn from the people fighting to protect it.On behalf of the forests that I love, thank you, Paul, for writing this book.Jane GoodallDeep in the Peruvian jungle, there exists a corner of the world that remains untouchedone teeming with giant anacondas, where the haunting cries of howler monkeys send brightly colored macaws shooting across the canopy. Its an ecosystem of stupendous biodiversity, uncontacted tribes, and adventures that most people dont even dare to dream of.When he first set foot in the jungle, Rosolie was a dyslexic kid from Brooklyn who struggled to graduate from high school but had an undeniable calling to the outdoors. He was lucky enough to meet the indigenous naturalist Juan Julio Durand, and together, over two decades, they have created Junglekeepers, an organization that has found a way to halt deforestation and protect more than 110,000 acresinspiring millions along the way by documenting their progress online. But this work takes grit, and years in, Rosolie and Durand are past their barefoot machete days, grappling with chain saws, massive fires, illegal miners, and the worst of humanity. Here, Rosolie brings you up close and personal with one of the wildest places on the planet and tells the incredible story of first contact with one of the most mysterious uncontacted tribes on Earth: the Mashco Piro.This book is about the profound power of saying yes: yes to ones calling, yes to sticking with your dream when it comes at a high cost, and yes to taking a stand to save what might otherwise be gone in a generation. Its a story of calling, connectedness, and hope.

"This book will change the way you lead yourself and others." SAHIL BLOOM"The playbook for learning how to make the most of your moment and overcome the doubt trying to take you down." LEWIS HOWESSelf-doubt. Its the silent force that undermines potential, eats away at confidence, and traps even the most capable in overthinking. You cant outperform it, but you can rewire it.Drawing on leading research, over a decade of work with Fortune 500 companies, and experience educating millions of professionals worldwide, Dr. Shade Zahrai reveals a proven system for breaking the cycle of self-doubt and building deep, unshakable self-trust. In Big Trust she shares her proven frameworkthe Four As: Acceptance, Agency, Autonomy, and Adaptabilityand shows you how to take control of your inner world so you can thrive in the outer one.With insights from her self-diagnostic quiz and actionable exercises throughout, youll learn to: Reframe the beliefs that hold you back Break free from people-pleasing and perfectionism Quiet comparison and imposter thoughts Stretch your comfort zone and reclaim your power Channel emotion into clarity and conviction Whether youre second-guessing a big decision, overthinking in high-stakes moments, or feeling stuck despite knowing youre capable of more, Big Trust offers practical steps that lead to powerful, lasting results.Everything you aspire to, and the strength to realize it, begins with Big Trust.