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This may be the first true AI-era self-help booknot because we need help using technology, but because we need help using it well. Its about building the knowledgeand the confidenceto question, to evaluate, to choose. Because understanding how algorithms work is the first step in making sure they work for us.Human Agency in a Digital World is a book about reclaiming our rolenot as passengers, but as pilotsin the fast-moving journey of technological change. Written by a computer scientist who is also a father, a teacher, and a lifelong student of how things work, this book is a deeply personal and accessible guide to the systems shaping our livesand how we might shape them back. We are surrounded by digital agents. They suggest the next song, answer our questions, sort our emails, recommend what to watch, andoften invisiblyshape what we think. But what do we know about them? And how much power do we really have to question, understand, or even redirect their impact? In this book, Marcus Fontoura explores the hidden architectures of modern lifefrom social media and search engines to cloud computing, AI, and quantum technologiesuncovering both how they work and what they mean. Drawing from decades of experience building the backbone of the internet and cloud platforms, he demystifies the core concepts that govern todays systems and offers readers a way to develop digital fluency without needing a computer science degree. But this is not just a book about machines. Its a book about people-about how we use efficiency not just to optimize for speed or cost, but to unlock creativity, opportunity, and well-being. With examples ranging from broken playlists to protein folding, and reflections that move fluidly between systems thinking and everyday life, Digital Agency asks us to consider a simple but profound question: what do we want technology to do for us, and what will we do with it in return?

Think about a tune ... the unsayable, the invisible, the longing in music. Here is a book of tunes without musical notes ... It wrings the heart John BergerThe voice that OGrady has crafted succeeds so well ... running in parallel, Pykes stark arresting images are laced between the paragraphs and chapters. The interplay between the two mediums is delicately powerful Hilary WhiteA masterpiece Robert MacfarlaneOGrady does not just respond to Pykes stark, beautiful photographs: he gives voice to thousands Louise KennedyThe experience of Irish emigration uniquely and powerfully illuminated Mark KnopflerIf the words tell the story of the voiceless, the bleak lovely photographs show their faces. Fiction rarely gets as close to the messy, glorious truth as do memories and photographs. This rare novel dares to use both Charlotte Mendelson, TLSAn old man lies alone and sleepless in London. Before dawn he is taken by an image from his childhood in the West of Ireland, and begins to remember a migrants life. Haunted by the faces and the land he left behind, he calls forth the bars and boxing booths of England, the potato fields and building sites, the music he played and the woman he loved.Timothy OGradys tender, vivid prose and Steve Pykes starkly beautiful photographs combine to make a unique work of fiction, an act of remembering suffused with loss, defiance and an unforgettable loveliness. An Irish life with echoes of the lives of unregarded migrant workers everywhere. Since it was first published in 1997, I Could Read the Sky has achieved the status of a classic.

Stan gets a call from Tracis Mom Leeann demanding an audience. He blows her off, she calls him again and sparks fly as they setup a sexual encounter between generations of the same family. Stan gets her lawyer persona to yield to his passionate lovemaking and she turns out to be one hot cougar! This is a hot novel with plenty of action! Read the sample!

SILVER BLOODThe year is 1348, and a dying world is about to be offered a beautiful, terrifying lie.As the Black Death ravages the mountains of France, the monks of the secluded Abbey of Saint-Lazare discover a miracle in the ice: a fallen star that promises an end to all suffering. They call it the "Silver Blood"a celestial infection that replaces the messy, agonizing rot of the plague with the cold, unbreaking perfection of geometry and light.Elian, a disgraced "cunning man" turned novice monk, knows the scent of death better than anyone. But the scent coming from the Abbeys cloisters is not the sweet rot of the plague; it is the sterile, electric smell of ozone and old honey. He watches in horror as his brothers are unmade, their bones becoming glass and their blood turning to mercury, as they tune themselves to the silent, starving music of the stars.To save the "Red World" of mud, grief, and mortal life, Elian must embrace the "Black." Armed with the forgotten weight of meteoric iron and the ancient silence of sea-salt, he begins a desperate journey from the lightless trenches of the Mediterranean to the glass spires of a transformed Prague.In a battle between the sterile noon of the heavens and the heavy midnight of the deep earth, Elian must prove that the only true mercy is the weight of the dirt and the grace of the rot.The stars are no longer watching. They are feeding.

SOME SECRETS ARE BETTER LEFT IN THE STATIC.Elena Vance is the voice of the night. As the host of The Silent Truth, a viral true-crime podcast, she provides a sanctuary for the anonymous to confess their darkest sins. She has built an empire on uncovering the secrets of strangers, all while burying the one truth she cant face: the night ten years ago when she locked the door on her sister, Sarah, and watched her vanish into the woods forever.But during a live broadcast in the heart of a frozen December, the silence finally breaks.A distorted caller known only as "The Architect" hijacks the feed, playing a recording that shouldnt exist: Sarahs final, desperate plea for help. He doesnt just know Elenas past; hes watching her present through the studios own security cameras.To save her sisters legacy and unmask a predator who has spent a decade "reconstructing" the lives of the lost, Elena must follow a trail of blood-stained ledgers and digital ghosts from the high-tech penthouses of the Capital to the flooded tunnels of the riverfront.In a world where power can rewrite reality and faces can be carved into new identities, Elena is about to learn that the "Guest List" is more than a fileits a death warrant.The signal is live. The whole world is watching. And the truth is the most dangerous thing on the air.

INITIAL STATEOn a Tuesday morning in 2025, the world didnt end with a bang. It ended with a breath.In a single heartbeat, a silent pulse from an orbiting satellite stripped eight billion people of their episodic memories. In an instant, names, families, debts, and hatreds vanished. Humanity was reduced to its Initial State: a planet of highly skilled ghosts who knew how to drive cars and perform surgeries, but couldnt remember the faces of their own children.Aris Thorne is a surgeon who wakes up with a scalpel in his hand and a hollow where his soul used to be. Elara Vance is a woman being hunted by men in crimson jackets who seem to have kept their pasts. Together, they hold the only two things that can break the silence: a silver key hidden in a hollowed-out book and a flickering memory of a daughter who might not exist.From the frozen, name-covered streets of Chicago to the porcelain-masked silence of Tokyo and the deep-sea graveyards of the Pacific, Initial State is a sweeping, 51-chapter epic that spans three decades of human struggle. It is a story of a world trying to decide if it wants its painful history back, or if it would rather stay beautiful, hollow, and forgotten.As the first generation born into the silence grows up with a terrifyingly collective empathy, the survivors of the "Great Wipe" must face the ultimate question:Is a life without pain worth living if its a life without a name?

For half a century, Rosemere House has been the perfect vessel for the familys grief, its stone walls cold with the weight of The Hearthlight Oath. The house, now fluent in the language of avoidance, registers the passing decades as layers of Dustfall. But the silence is about to be shattered. Tome Calder, a documentary filmmaker and outsider, marries into the family and refuses to play their quiet game. With his intrusive cameras and blunt questions, Tome challenges the sanctity of the familys inherited trauma, seeking to expose the truth that the current Ellis Greyvinethe stoic keeper of secretshas fiercely protected. As the middle generations struggle under the psychological pressure, the house begins to suffer, manifesting its pent-up memories in structural creaks and cold spots. The tension culminates in a devastating confrontation around the Porcelain Listening Bowl, the silent receptacle of secrets. When the bowl shatters, generations of whispered confessions are released, forcing the family to confront a truth they vowed never to speak.

A Pathway to Growth Four-Book Discipleship Series"Christianity is a statement which, if false, is of no importance, and, if true, of infinite importance. The one thing it cannot be is moderately important." C.S. LewisWhy This Journey Matters for Every Christian In a world of spiritual confusion and shallow faith, true transformation requires a clear pathway. This four-book series provides the essential roadmap for any Christian seeking to move from spectator to participant in Gods kingdom work.Class 101: Foundation Level Why You Need This Book: Without a solid foundation, your faith will crumble under lifes pressures. This book establishes the non-negotiable truths of Christianity that every believer must understand. If youre unsure of what you believe or why it matters, this is your starting point.Class 201: Growing in Grace Why You Need This Book: A foundation is just the beginningnow its time to grow. This book helps you develop the spiritual disciplines and biblical understanding that transform your relationship with God. If your faith feels stagnant, this is your next essential step.Class 301: Service Level Why You Need This Book: Growth leads to contribution. This book helps you discover your unique design and find your place in ministry. If youve ever wondered "What can I do?" or "Where do I fit?", this assessment-driven guide provides clarity and confidence.Class 401: Designed for Destiny Why You Need This Book: Contribution leads to destiny. This advanced book helps you uncover and execute your divine purpose with wisdom and impact. If youre ready to move beyond maintenance and embrace your extraordinary calling, this is your destination.Dennis R. Piearcy serves as pastor and, works to equip believers to live out Romans 12:1-3 in every area of life. With over 30 years of ministry experience in small church contexts, Dennis understands the unique challenges and opportunities of modern Christian living. His passion is helping believers discover their divine purpose and live with intentionality, integrity, and impact.This isnt just another curriculumits a proven pathway to spiritual maturity and kingdom impact. Whether youre a new believer or a seasoned Christian, these books provide the essential tools for growth at every stage of your journey.Your destiny awaits discovery. Are you ready to answer the call?

In Shadow Protocol, the story unfolds in a sprawlingmetropolis where political tension simmers beneath the surfaceof everyday life. The protagonist, Alex Mercer, is a seasonedinvestigator known for uncovering uncomfortable truths. Whena high-ranking government official is found dead undersuspicious circumstances, Alex is pulled into a complex web ofdeceit involving shadowy organizations, corrupt politicians, andpower-hungry elites. As Alex digs deeper, alliances shiftunexpectedlytrusted colleagues reveal hidden agendas, andenemies become uneasy allies. Throughout the investigation,Alex encounters cryptic messages, surveillance traps, anddeadly confrontations that heighten the sense of danger. Thenarrative reveals multiple layers of conspiracy: from illegalsurveillance programs to covert operations designed tomanipulate public opinion. Each discovery brings Alex closer tothe truth but also deeper into peril. The climax centers on ahigh-stakes confrontation in a government building, where Alexmust navigate a labyrinth of lies to expose the real mastermindbehind the shadow protocola clandestine agreement thatcontrols the very fate of the nation. The story concludes withAlex successfully revealing the conspiracy to the public, but atgreat personal cost, illustrating the heavy toll of truth in aworld dominated by power and deceit. The resolution leavesopen questions about the future of governance and theenduring presence of hidden forces, setting a thought-provoking tone for readers.

What happens when love becomes a crime not because of action, but because of perception?What happens when family is both your anchor and your storm?Blood Pact: A Love That Rewrote the Rules is a searing, poetic novel chronicling the emotional journey of Manfred and Maggie, two siblings caught in the unforgiving crosshairs of cultural shame, systemic silence, and the unrelenting weight of legacy.In a small West African village shaped by doctrine and decorum, their bond is mistaken for something taboo. One quiet morning, the knock comes. No questions asked. The law arrives. And everything breaks.What follows is a heartbreaking unraveling. Through prison cells and interrogation rooms, through poetry scribbled on detention reports and silence that stretches across years, Maggie and Manfred lose everythingexcept each other. And even that, eventually, becomes a question.Years later, Maggie returnsnot as a victim, but as a mother, a wife, a warrior of truth. The compound they once shared erupts with memory, grief, and unspoken words that demand to be heard. The house becomes a living witness to all that was stolenand all that remains.In a powerful climax, their family, their village, and even their former accusers gathernot for punishment, but for listening. And when the manuscript of The Blood Pact is finally read aloud, history itself bends. The story no longer hides. It sings.Through haunting prose, sacred stillness, and lyrical monologues, Blood Pact examines:The politics of shame and silence in African communitiesThe weaponization of tradition against joyThe role of art in survivalHow a home can both haunt and healThis is a novel where mango trees remember, kitchens bear witness, and fire becomes ritual. Where love is not sanitized or simplified, but allowed to be messy, raw, and real. Where characters are not heroes or villainsbut people, choosing daily whether to stay, run, or rebuild.A story told in fragments but felt in full, Blood Pact is a literary reckoning.It asks not just what it means to be free, but whether peace is possible after survival.Perfect for readers of Chinelo Okparanta, Ocean Vuong, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and Bryan Washington, this is a novel that dares to look directly into the eyes of tabooand refuses to look away.

Four saucy tales from permanent Naughty List denizen Polly LiticatFrozen ConflictIt seemed like hate at first sight for Delia and Mary, co-workers in different offices at a large company. But at this conference, Delia has been inescapable ... like the snowstorm that threatens to paralyze the East coast. (FF, 10,000 words)Better not PoutWhat did you think would happen when the horniest virgin of all time is kidnapped and brought to the North Pole? (MF, FF, menage with a bit of MM, 6,000 words)Kramping, his StyleYou know the drill. Santa gives the reward, Krampus doles out the punishment. But what if the reward is the punishment? (MM, 4,000 words)ScrewgedRich and miserable, Ebby faces her past and searches for hope in a kinky, time-twisty tale that might shock the Dickens out of you! (FF, menage/its complicated, 8,000 words)These stories all feature mild D/s elements.

Ambitieuse, déterminée et persévérante, Sierra Harris aspire à être la meilleure interne en chirurgie cardiaque du prestigieux Whitestone Hospital. Elle rêve d’une brillante carrière et d’obtenir enf

"Determined to Survive Marys Shunning", after Marys Shunning is the second book about the true story of a girl surviving sexual abuse, rape, and her Mennonite Cult family. She learns how to live in the world and to help herself heal."Running away from my sexually abusive life was daring and created a whole new world for me. The train ride to Philadelphia was like traveling into another space where I faced new challenges and tragedies. I found freedom by turning anxiety into curiosity. Overcoming the fear of being followed led into a bouncing life full of so many new things. I was so excited about this big city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that I never wanted to leave. I was free of the life I lived in the first book of Marys Shunning."

This is the astounding truth about this current system of things. It was drawn out of water and all things that are part of it are to go through water to be born or to be refurbished. A thing that means the baptism in to its waters forged a way of renewing for all things in it. So even man when he had fallen short had to go back to the forge to be recast in to the perfect or total man being Christ by going there in to the death suffered by this world at first and later Christ Himself through baptism by going in to the baptismal pool deliberately to die so he may be Born Again. Though but for a moment we die to this world so that we may rise to Christ. In a blink of an eye we are not and we emerge with a conscience re-forged and utterly renewed. It was deliberately crumbled at the instruction of God so that it may be reconfigured for another tenants use; being us. One would say the former tenants could not see it in God; but He did the most unlikely and it should teach us the seriousness of the Baptism Of Fire that is due to do finish the current one. What humanity cannot see God do and what they would in their own right call astounding cruelty to His creation. They would do understand it is possible when they are actual part of the unfolding events; a thing that would mean it would be too late to mend their ways or have a go at it again. Not that they were not warned nor that they did not know; just that they would not see it in God until it do happen. One would tell the regime of the former world did not see it in God; for they did not just storm heaven; but when the Son was lifted to the throne room of God; they did storm in to His presence. Revelation 12:1-11 KJVAnd there appeared a great wonder in heaven; a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and upon her head a crown of twelve stars: And she being with child cried, travailing in birth, and pained to be delivered. And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads. And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born. And she brought forth a man child, who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron: and her child was caught up unto God, and to his throne. And the woman fled into the wilderness, where she hath a place prepared of God, that they should feed her there a thousand two hundred and threescore days. And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels, And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.

Beneath the cheerful swings and slides of a brand-new suburban playground, something ancient stirsa pact older than the town itself, waiting to claim the children who dare to play. As a subtle, synchronized consciousness begins to pull them into its web, individuality slips away and parents are left watching, powerless, as their children vanish into a shared, sinister mind. To save them, they must unearth the dark history of a burned orphanage and confront the surviving directors decades-old rituala ritual poised to erase everything that makes their children who they are. In The Playground Pact, safety is an illusion, innocence is a trap, and the suburban streets you trust may hide horrors you cant imagine. Will you dare to follow the laughter into the shadows?

Mystic Symbols & Sacred Rituals 3 Classic Masonic Treatises is an insightful exploration into the profound and esoteric world of Masonic traditions. This carefully curated anthology delves into the rich tapestry of symbolic language and ceremonial practices that have shaped Freemasonry since its inception. Through a diverse range of stylistic expressions, the collection offers a panoramic view of Masonic thought, capturing the essence of its philosophical and spiritual pursuits. Featuring standout pieces that explore themes of enlightenment, morality, and fraternity, this collection serves as a vital resource for anyone interested in the intricate symbolism and ancient rituals that have been intertwined with Masonic tradition for centuries. The anthology brings together the works of esteemed Masonic scholars William Morgan, Albert Pike, and Albert Mackey, whose collective expertise provides a comprehensive insight into the Masonic sphere. Known for their contributions to Masonic literature, these authors align with historical and cultural movements that have significantly influenced the development of Freemasonry. Their varied backgrounds and perspectives converge to enrich the anthology, creating a dialogue that reflects the depth and complexity of Masonic lore, while simultaneously grounding it within the broader historical and cultural narrative. This collection is an essential read for those seeking an in-depth understanding of Masonic symbology and rituals. It invites readers to explore a multiplicity of perspectives within the Masonic tradition, offering educational value through its broad spectrum of insights and fostering a dialogue that transcends individual interpretations. Mystic Symbols & Sacred Rituals ensures a rich and engaging experience, providing a gateway to one of the most influential fraternities in history and showcasing the literary prowess of three masterful authors dedicated to unveiling its mysteries.

In the late nineteenth century, an esteemed Harvard professor gathers a small, unconventional teambrilliant minds and broken souls aliketo investigate supernatural phenomena.Their first case draws them to a secluded house steeped in whispers. The walls seem to watch them, and unseen forces soon turn their investigation into a desperate fight for survival.A sharp-witted assistant. An African-American physicist challenging the limits of accepted science. A young sideshow medium touched by the otherworldly. A Civil War veteran scarred by horrors both human and spectral. Together, they may uncover the truth... or be destroyed by it.Robert Herolds THE EIDOLA PROJECT is an atmospheric tale of gothic mystery and horror.

"A kiss before gunpowder. A wager at midnight. A revolution printed in starlight. Jack Steel, the infamous highwayman known as the Steel Ghost, never expected to be outwitted by a widow with storm-grey eyes and a silver star in her ear. But Lady Eleanor Hawthorne doesnt want her gold stolenshe wants her heart stolen first.What begins as a midnight dare spirals into a rebellion that will cross oceans, outwit empires, and redefine freedom itself. From Tyburns gallows to the coral atolls of the Pacific, two outlaws must decide: do they run from the world or rewrite it? Steel & Starlight is a swashbuckling epic for readers who crave wit, romance, and revolution where every page is a star waiting to be claimed.

She stole from kings. He smuggled secrets. Now, they must steal back the truthor hang together.Mercy Penrose is done being a ghost. Six months after surviving torture in Bodmin Gaol, shes reborn as The Red Vixen Englands only female highwayman, preying on corrupt Crown officials and leaving nothing but a red ribbon in her wake. But when a coded letter reveals that her former tormentors ledger still livesin the hands of a shadowy mastermind known only as The Clockmaker Mercy is forced to ally with the one man she swore to never trust again: Jem Tregenna, the charming Cornish smuggler with a price on his head and a secret in his heart. From the storm-lashed moors of Dartmoor to the treacherous alleys of Londons Seven Dials, theyll plan the most dangerous heist of their lives: steal a royal couriers chest before it ignites a new Jacobite purge. But as passion flares in safe houses and betrayal waits in every shadow, Mercy must choose: Is she the Vixena legend of vengeance? Or the woman who dares to love again?The Devils Vixen is a sizzling, action-packed Georgian romance featuring a fierce highwaywoman, a rogue with a conscience, and a love that burns brighter than gunpowder. Perfect for fans of Bridgertons danger, Poldarks rebellion, and Outlanders emotional depth.

If Grinch Was A Prince: M/M Dark Holiday Romance a Stand alone read in The Right One Series.Prince the Grinch Barclay. Grinch is not part of his middle name. Its what we all call him. We, his staff, and okay, he should resemble a Grinch if life were fair, but instead he looks like Prince Charming. He has it all, money, looks, arrogance and a damn heart of stone. With firing his lovely assistant in the middle of the holiday season, Prince has picked me to be his next slave. I need this job, so I have to obey him, even if it means kneeling in front of him and accepting all his punishments.Victor Anderson, my new assistant, believes he can manipulate me using his beautiful features and his sensuous body. He doesnt realize the contract he signed with me is binding, leaving no way out. Making him my new slave. His defiance is amusing, but I know he is weak. Weak in the knees for me, always ready to surrender. ......The story contains Male on Male Content and mature themes and is intended for mature readers only.