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Snuggle up with O. Henry’s beloved holiday classic, a heartwarming tale of a young couple who are short on cash but big on love. Their story is a timeless reminder that the most valuable gifts aren't the ones we buy, but the selfless sacrifices we make for each other.

A mischievous squirrel named Nutkin repeatedly taunts a wise old owl with riddles while his fellow squirrels are gathering nuts, pushing the boundaries of politeness and patience. Will his cheeky antics finally provoke the owl, or will Nutkin's riddles prove to be his undoing?

This classic, fun story from L. Frank Baum (The Wizard of Oz) is about how the mean-spirited Daemons of the Caves get fed up with Santa making children happy, so they decide to kidnap him on Christmas Eve!

Through a series of recollections and bittersweet memories, Audrey Jordan recalls vivid details of her son’s life — fragments of his war experience from old letters, his childhood, his dream of sailing down the Mexican coast, and more — while sitting through his funeral service with family.

Six years ago, Tahoe took everything. Now it wants more. You swear you’ll never go back. But when the past demands your return to the place where everything unraveled, you have no choice. The house still stands. The memories still haunt. The silence is louder than ever. And someone is waiting for you. But who? Almost immediately, the unease sets in: unsettling cryptic messages, whispered threats, and nightmares that blur into waking hours. Then the bodies start to fall.

Eric Jansen, a movie star handsome military hero and former Mossad spy, married to his loving partner, Mark Cohn, is elected as the first openly LGBTQ prime minister of Israel. But who have they really elected? A moderate, much-loved politician who will bring progress and equality to the tempestuous Middle East, or an unhinged sociopath who controls an unstoppable killer robot army bent on exterminating entire nations with lethal laser weapons? And how long will he be able to control them before they become sentient?

Paul Nelms's quiet life is thrown into turmoil when his wife, Katherine, returns home late one night shattered and barely able to speak. What she reveals will test the limits of Paul's love, his faith in justice, and his belief in what it means to be a protector. When Katherine refuses to involve the police, Paul is left to navigate a world of unanswered questions and unbearable rage. As he begins to dig deeper, his search for the truth spirals into obsession—and a dangerous confrontation that could cost him everything.

What would you do, and how far would you go to save your spouse? Hank is a financial advisor and something is amiss in the office, he cannot identify exactly what. Then on a fishing trip, he enters a mysterious cave. He discovers that he has been set up to take the fall in a money laundering scheme. He learns he and his wife are scheduled to have an "accident" if the scheme is detected, and definitely once the scheme runs its course. He becomes frustrated as he searches for options, until he finally realizes the mysterious cave provides access to power beyond his imagination.....

It started with a brutal stabbing on the beach under a lifeguard tower. But when Attorney Jordan meets the accused, he sees his client’s demeanor doesn’t match up to the gruesome nature of the crime. Listening to his client’s story during the initial interview at the jail, Jordan confronts his own biases as a criminal defense lawyer. Despite a time constraint, Jordan’s curiosity compels him to absorb more of the story as he formulates a defense. But talk of Nazis and white power triggers concerns about his father’s war experience and the moral ambiguities of his profession.

"A remarkably compelling collection." — James Gordon, veteran Canadian singer/songwriterFrom acclaimed Canadian songwriter and poet Howard Gladstone comes Timepieces: Selected Lyrics, a rich and evocative collection of his most powerful and memorable lyrics spanning eight albums released between 2002 and 2024. Narrated by Brian Pederson, this audiobook brings Gladstone’s words to life, allowing listeners to experience the artistry, emotion, and storytelling that have defined his music for more than two decades.

The skills gap in the United States is a genuine and pressing problem. At no other time in our history have we found ourselves in a state of severely diminished industrial and manufacturing capacity. Our nation is currently facing a shortage of qualified workers. This has caused multiple problems, including reduced productivity and millions of unfilled jobs, as well as hindering our ability to expand technological innovation. All businesses, regardless of size, sector, or industry, struggle to produce goods and services because of a lack of a skilled workforce.

Dr. James Vandenberg finally receives approval to pursue his lifelong dream of creating advanced AI robots. Despite initial skepticism, he convinces the board of FORTRAN 5 to support his project, leading to the development of the SUDO AI program, which aims to create hyper-intelligent robots.

TIMEFULNESS isn’t just a book, it’s a revolution in THINKING. Amir Peled explores a hidden facet of greatness: TIME. Timefulness reveals how luminaries like Benjamin Franklin and Steve Jobs harnessed time to craft monumental success. It’s a manifesto for those ready to convert fleeting moments into a durable legacy.

Come join Trouble and Maker Mole as they get ready for bed! Uncle Moral tells heartwarming stories about family and teaches your children about good morals to help them grow into mature and respectful young adults!

Teya, a wheelchair-bound Sprex Intelligence operative is tracking the elusive accomplices of the 1996 Al-Khobar bombing. For her, it is personal. Jonathan and Laura Andrews, university professors are making wine at home, a hobby which is illegal. Corazón, the beloved Filipina au pair of the Andrews family, helps with the wine making process. Jonathan enters his wine in a world contest, masterminding a secret route to deliver samples of his wine to Europe.

Everyone's circumstances and desired outcomes are very different, when it comes to the term 'Downsizing'. What's important to understand is that the term 'Downsizing' has different meanings for different people, as it is based on several factors: Lifestyle, Life Changes, Relocation, Personal Preferences, Financial Considerations.

Big Things Start Small is your guide to turning dreams into reality, one step at a time. This book highlights that great successes usually don't come from a single effort, but from many small, steady actions over time. Whether you're aiming to transform your personal or professional life, this book provides the tools and inspiration you need to bring your dreams to life.

Unlock the secrets to a life brimming with joy, happiness, and fulfillment. This essential new thought book provides practical exercises and actionable strategies to reclaim your attention and master your awareness, paving the way to lasting happiness. The Art of Joyful Living combines engaging activities, mindfulness practices, and reflective prompts developed by author L. Owen Paxton after a lifetime of examining how to expand and enhance human consciousness.

Young Ryan Jordan is exploring an old abandoned mining town with his father and sister on horseback. The empty wooden shacks, an old church, a cold wind rustling the sagebrush give the kids the creeps. On top of that, Ryan teases his sister about ghosts while holding in his own fear. After they ride through the Boot Hill graveyard, with its forgotten graves, they settle in to their camper for the evening where Ryan must come to grips with his fear.

Ryan Jordan invites a friend down to Guaymas, Mexico for a beach camping trip, to sail on his Hobie catamaran and snorkel in the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez. He hopes to get to know her better, more than just a friend, now that both are out of college and single. There are a few awkward moments leading up to Stephanie revealing a secret from her recent past. Then, flashes of light — a possible storm — interrupt the moment.