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*"Gratitude has the power to transform your lifeand the Thank-You Jar is your personal guide to discovering it. This beautifully designed, full-color guided journal invites you to pause each day, reflect on your blessings, and record the moments that bring joy and positivity into your life.With daily prompts, space for reflection, and room for creativity, this journal helps you:Develop a daily gratitude practiceCelebrate small victories and meaningful momentsReduce stress and focus on positivityCultivate mindfulness and personal growthWhether youre new to journaling or looking to deepen your gratitude practice, Thank-You Jar is perfect for adults and teens alike. Start your journey today, and watch as appreciation transforms your perspective and brightens your days."*

Len and Alex were the first defective kids to escape from their underground orphanage and find a better life on Earths surface among the tracliodytes at Creekside Meadows. Its a wonderful place to live, and Len wants more orphans to experience life there. On his 13th birthday, Len presents Alex with his idea. He likes it. So does the Creekside Meadow director Lulomen. Shortly thereafter, Len, Alex, their friends Abagail, and Zelda, and led by the resourceful Sendal begin the rescue mission for the boys and girls at the Bentonburg orphanage.Unknown to them, Jack Tanner, the sadistic director of the Bentonburg boys orphanage, has stepped up his vicious attacks on young Jules and the rest of the boys who live there.Sendal enlists the help of a small group of rebels to aid in rescuing the poor boys and girls. When one of the rebels hacks into the orphanages computer system, she discovers something horrifying. Seeing how much fun Jack Tanner is having punishing the boys, his equally sadistic wife, Marsha Knox, the director of the Bentonburg girls orphanage, decides to offer her girls for him to torture. He happily agrees.These are bad people and must be stopped.Len, his friends, and the rebels devise a plan to rescue the poor orphans. They rush to save the kids, but they must avoid patrolling soldiers as well as navigate Bentonburgs streets at night. Meanwhile, Tanner and Knox are out of control and cant wait to administer more pain and horror to both the boys and the girls. Len and his friend hurry as fast as they can, but will they get there in time?

An action-packed science fiction novella full of surprises and poignant charm. Readers will follow the adventures of the sole crewmember of an interplanetary freighter left awake and on watch (the "jump watch") as the ship traverses the void between worlds. Our hero manages the ships systems, repairs damage, recaptures escaped cargo, and pines for one of his cryogenically frozen crewmates. Will he be able to avoid breaking the interstellar freight regulations in the name of love, or will he neglect his duty to satisfy the imperious demands of the human heart?

Thousands of years after the first fall, Cain still walks the Earth.Immortal, condemned to witness civilizations rise and collapse, he carries the weight of an existence that has lost its meaning. Time does not heal him it only hollows him out. Each century deepens his solitude; each memory draws him closer to the erasure of himself.In this second volume of the Elohim saga, the reader follows the journey of an ancient being who no longer seeks redemption or forgiveness. What remains is a silent struggle between memory and inner collapse, between ancestral guilt and the refusal to disappear.When the past returns in new forms, Cain is forced to confront what he tried to abandon: his own nature.Elohim Volume II: Vampire is a dark, existential, and symbolic narrative that explores immortality, identity, guilt, and the cost of remaining alive when everything should have already ended.A dark fantasy work intended for an adult audience.

Deep beneath the Nevada desert, the heat isnt just a physical forceits a verdict.Nevada, 1893. Silas Graves is a man whose reputation was buried long ago in a collapsed shaft. Blacklisted and desperate, he accepts a suicide mission: lead a crew of outcasts into the deepest silver mine in the territory to breach a wall that shouldnt exist.When the dust of the final blast settles, they dont find silver. They find a vast, obsidian-lined cathedral of suffocating heat, miles below the earth. A sudden collapse seals their only exit, turning the cavern into a geothermal oven. As the temperature rises and their water boils away, the crew begins to unravel.Silas soon discovers that the "Molten God" isnt a metaphor born of heat delirium. It is a breathing, pulsing reality. The obsidian structures are not rock, but a cage for something ancient that radiates heat as it wakes. As his men begin to shed their skin and their humanity in a feverish attempt to appease the fire, Silas realizes they werent sent to mine silverthey were sent as fuel.In Vein of Molten God, Gideon Hollow delivers a claustrophobic descent into hell where the greatest threat isnt the darkness, but the fire that has been waiting for eons to be released.

The Scoti Raids: When Irish Warriors Terrorised Romes Western Seaboard, 400-600 CEIn the chaotic decades following Romes collapse, Irish warriors launched audacious raids across the Atlantic, striking coasts from Britain to distant Gallaecia in northwestern Spain. This groundbreaking history recovers a forgotten maritime world where currach-borne raiders demonstrated navigational sophistication rivaling any Mediterranean fleet, where the slave trade fueled Irish economies, and where British refugees fled Saxon pressure to establish new communities in Brittany and Spain. Drawing on chronicle accounts, archaeological evidence, and comparative analysis with later Viking raids, this work argues that historians have focused too narrowly on the Mediterranean, overlooking how the fifth-century Atlantic became a zone of connection as important as Romes mare nostrum. The Scoti raids were agents of both destruction and creation, inflicting terrible suffering on Gallaecian communities while forging networks of exchange, migration, and cultural interaction that would shape the medieval Atlantic world and influence regional identities into the present. From ship technology to the human cost of violence, from the mythology of Irish-Iberian connections to Galicias modern Celtic identity, this comprehensive study reveals how the Atlantic fringe was transformed during Romes twilight into a dynamic maritime world that would persist through the Middle Ages and beyond.

The Angels Eclipse is a lush, seductive, and darkly enchanting paranormal romance where desire collides with destiny, and love defies the cosmos itself.When mortal Evan encounters a celestial being bound by ancient laws, their connection ignites a forbidden passion that could unravel the universe. As the eclipse rises, shadows deepen, rival celestial forces threaten their bond, and cosmic rules are tested to their limits. Each touch, glance, and whispered word carries the weight of danger, desire, and destiny.Together, they navigate treacherous battles, moral dilemmas, and the magnetic pull of a love that refuses to be contained. With wings entwined and hearts tethered, they discover that true intimacyemotional, erotic, and eternalcan defy even the stars.From stolen caresses in the darkness to climactic confrontations with cosmic power, The Angels Eclipse is a spellbinding journey through shadows and light, longing and fulfillment, where passion is powerful, erotic, and impossible to ignore.Perfect for fans of MM paranormal romance, dark fantasy romance, and forbidden love with cosmic stakes, this story is a thrilling, emotional, and sensual adventure that will linger in your heart long after the final page.

WARNING: If youre looking for "inspiring" history close this page.But if youre tired of the polished, classroom-safe version of the pastand you crave the raw, unsettling truththis book is the darkest rabbit hole youll read all year. Most history books feel like homework. The facts are buried under lectures, dates, and "acceptable" narratives. You want dark American history that grabs you by the collaryet everything you find is either too dry, too sanitized, or recycled into empty clickbait.So you scroll. You binge random threads. You half-read listicles that promise "shocking revelations" then deliver the same stale myths. Because youre not just bored youre hungry for meaning. For consequences. For the real cost of power.This book is built like a binge. Its not one long lecture. Its 1,000 sharp, bite-sized entriesorganized by themeso you can jump in anywhere and instantly feel the pull of "just one more."If you love true crime, youll recognize the pace: short scenes, high stakes, uncomfortable truths. If you love conspiracy rabbit holes, youll appreciate the grounding: context, clarity, and the kind of receipts that make history feel alive.Inside, youll explore Americas shadowed cornerswhere policy turns into damage, and "progress" leaves bodies behind. Youll encounter government secrets, CIA operations, FBI files, and NSA surveillancethe machinery of control and the stories it tried to bury.Youll see how classified documents can rewrite reality how cover-ups can outlive the victims and how programs like MKUltra and the Tuskegee experiment turned human beings into "test material." Youll run into COINTELPRO, Operation Northwoods, and chapters that expose the cold logic behind decisions that should never have been approved.And yestheres war. The kind that doesnt fit on a commemorative plaque: war crimes, chemical weapons, and fallout that still echoes. Youll read about Agent Orange and what happens when "strategy" becomes poison.Youll also confront domestic darkness: eugenics, forced sterilization, slavery, Jim Crow, and the blunt terror of lynching. Youll follow the trail of indigenous genocide, the cruelty of Indian boarding schools, and the historical scar tissue of the Trail of Tears.Then the modern machine: mass incarceration, "justice" as punishment, and places like Guantanamo Bay that exist in the moral gray zone most people try not to picture too clearly. WHATS INSIDE (FASCINATIONS) The "medical breakthroughs" built on people who never consented The intelligence plays that read like fictionuntil you realize they werent The war decisions that left invisible victims for decades The policies that turned whole communities into targets The systems that quietly profited from cages, fear, and silence The "weird" programs that make you ask, "Who signed off on this?" The bonus section for extra "I cant believe t...

Most people know the legends of Sleepy Hollow.What they dont know are the stories that were never written down the ones too dangerous to preserve, too disruptive to profit from, too real to sanitize.As autumn returns and visitors flood the town in search of familiar myths, something older begins to stir beneath the curated history. Deaths go unexplained. Sightings are dismissed. Patterns emerge where none should exist.When the boundary between folklore and lived experience begins to fracture, the truth becomes impossible to ignore: some legends survive because they are useful and others endure because they refuse to die.Ruine Le Vrai is a dark fantasy steeped in modern folklore, hidden histories, and the dangerous cost of forgetting what was never meant to stay buried.

This is the Saga of Seabrooks McCool family as written by eldest daughter Anastasia detailing family drama. Court trials. Parents focused on the mother disapproving of one daughters relationship with another of a humanoid species. A historical verdict never before given to this member of the species in a courtroom drama making history. The mans life after court drama is done to do his sentence before reunion is granted with his ideal woman.

Step into a world of wonder, kindness, and blooming dreams with Emmas Garden a heartwarming childrens story that gently teaches the magic of patience, friendship, and believing in yourself.Emma loves her little garden, but when her seeds dont grow as quickly as she hopes, she begins to feel discouraged. With the help of gentle guidance, curiosity, and a touch of imagination, Emma learns that beautiful things take time and that every small effort matters.Filled with warmth, simple life lessons, and a calming nature theme, Emmas Garden is a delightful read-aloud story for young children. It encourages emotional growth, confidence, and appreciation for nature in a way that feels soft, cozy, and inspiring.Perfect for:Bedtime readingPreschool and early readers (ages 38)Parents, teachers, and caregiversChildren who love nature, gardens, and gentle adventuresEmmas Garden is a lovely reminder that just like flowers, we all grow at our own pace. Go

Why This Book Matters for You TodayMany Christians avoid the books of Judges and the Prophets because they seem confusing, harsh, or distant from modern life. But in reality, these books may be more relevant now than ever.Wisdom from the Past helps you see that the struggles of ancient Israelspiritual drift, cultural pressure, leadership failure, and misplaced trustare the same struggles believers face today. This book does not just explain Scripture; it helps you understand yourself through Scripture.You will discover: Why faith often fades slowly, not suddenly How compromise begins long before collapse Why God disciplinesnot to punish, but to restore How Christ fulfills everything the judges and prophets could only point toward What it means to live faithfully in confusing timesThis is not an academic textbook. It is a spiritual guide. It is written for believers who want more than surface-level faith. It is for readers who want to grow, reflect, and walk more closely with God.If you are tired of shallow devotionals and want something deeperbut still accessiblethis book will meet you where you are.

As a single guy, Dorian isnt a fan of Valentines Day, but he loves chocolates and when someone brings in a box for the office to share, he falls in love with the heart-shaped truffles he tastes and decides to get himself a box or two at the new-to-him chocolatery before treating himself to a supper out.Smoke owns Smokes Chocolates and Valentines Day is his busiest time of year, between making the chocolates and helping to sell them at the front counter, hes putting in long hours. When the last minute rush slows down, though, Smoke goes out for dinner only to encounter the also flying solo Dorian. The two men get to talking and sharing appetizers and discover a mutual attraction.Can they both come to love Valentines Day for a reason that has nothing to do with chocolate?

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Billy Joe Dare longs to leave his fathers farm and go West with the settlers, trappers, and fortune hunters. The wilderness has a powerful call, and one night, he screws up his courage and answers.The first thing he does is get mauled by a bear. The second is to get rescued by Walks With the Wind, a young Native American warrior with beautiful eyes. Billy Joe learns Walks With the Wind is on a dream-quest to see the Indian Territory over in Oklahoma, where the white man wants to relocate him and his tribe. No one among them has seen this territory and his dream warns him the land there is no good, and his people will regret giving up their ancestral lands to be relocated there.Together, Billy Joe Dare and Walks With the Wind brave the dangers of the wilderness as well as angry white settlers and slave owners. Billy Joe learns the Indian warrior is not what he seems to be. And they both learn falling in love may be the biggest danger of all in the ruthless world of the American Wild West.

He rejected her beneath the Blood Moon.Fate answered with fire.Low-ranked and overlooked, Lyra Ashwyn has survived pack life by being invisible. No power. No status. No future. Until the ancient Blood Moon ceremony exposes the truth she never saw comingshe is the fated mate of the most feared Alpha in the northern territories.Alpha Kael Ravaryn does not make mistakes. He rules through dominance, strategy, and unbreakable control. A public bond to a weak omega would shatter his alliancesand his throne. So he does the unthinkable.He rejects her.But rejection doesnt end a true bondit warps it.As the bond burns hotter by the day, Kaels wolf spirals toward obsession, while rival packs hunt Lyra as the Alphas greatest vulnerability. Forced into isolation together, hatred ignites into desire, and denial into need.Loving her could cost Kael his crown.Losing her could destroy him.And Lyra?She is no longer willing to stay invisible.

Behind the Badge: A Police Officers Unfiltered Story of Justice and Moral CompromiseA Raw, Unflinching Account of Policing in AmericaMarcus Reilly joined the police force with a simple dream: to be one of the good ones. Growing up Black in a neighborhood where police were viewed with suspicion and fear, he believed he could bridge the divide between law enforcement and community. He believed individual integrity could overcome systemic problems. He believed change was possible from within.He was wrong about almost everything.Behind the Badge is the brutally honest memoir of a young officers two-year journey through the complexities, contradictions, and moral compromises of modern American policing. From his first day at the academy to his final decision to resign, Marcus pulls back the curtain on a profession caught between impossible expectations and systemic dysfunction.Watch as Marcus responds to his first homicidea sixteen-year-old shot dead in a courtyard, a case that will never be solved because witnesses wont talk to police they dont trust. Walk alongside him as he arrests the same homeless veteran seven times for survival crimes, feeding him into a system designed to process people rather than help them. Stand with him in riot gear facing protesters with legitimate grievances, forced to choose between the community he wants to serve and the institution he represents.Experience the thin blue line from the inside: the unwritten code that protects bad officers while punishing those who speak up. The compromises that seem reasonable in the moment but haunt you forever. The realization that following your conscience can cost you your career, your safety, and your sense of purpose.Marcus doesnt offer easy answers or comfortable narratives. He explores police brutality and the genuine dangers officers face. Systemic racism and the impossible situations that force split-second decisions. The officers who abuse their power and those who burn out trying to do right within a broken system.This is not a story of heroes or villains. Its a story about what happens when good intentions collide with institutional self-preservation. When loyalty conflicts with truth. When the badge you wear with pride becomes a weight you can no longer carry.Behind the Badge will challenge readers across the political spectrum. Police supporters will confront uncomfortable truths about misconduct and accountability. Critics will see the humanity of officers trying to navigate an impossible job. Everyone will recognize that the current system serves no one wellnot communities, not victims, not even the officers themselves.Raw, reflective, and painfully relevant, this memoir offers whats been missing from the national conversation about policing: an insiders perspective that doesnt defend the indefensible or demonize an entire profession, but instead reveals the human cost of a system in crisis.For anyone who has wondered what its really like behind the badgeand what it costs to take it off.

When a violent solar storm cripples Earths orbital infrastructure, astronaut Vera Linden finds herself cut off at the far edge of space, alone, untracked, and slowly running out of air.Her spacecraft can still move.But without guidance, one wrong decision could send her drifting past Earth forever.Communications are fractured. Ground control is overwhelmed. Rescue isnt coming.Inside the silent cabin, Vera uncovers something left behind by a forgotten mission, a clue, a warning, and a fragile thread of hope from someone who didnt make it home. Whatever it means, it may be the only chance she has.Time is closing in. Every choice carries irreversible consequences. The margin for error is vanishingly small.