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In the 25th century, a gym is not just a place to work out—its where living gym equipment exists, including Ace, the Abdomen Crunch Machine. Ace is a popular machine with a strong sense of empathy. He listens in on conversations and genuinely cares about the wellbeing of the gym-goers. He helps individuals overcome their struggles and grow stronger. Keishawn Turner is one of those gym-goers. He is dedicated and determined to reach his fitness goals, using the gym as an outlet to release stress and gain confidence.

Owning Your Inner Throne is a bold and transformational guide for men ready to step into mature leadership without falling into the traps of toxic masculinity or passive avoidance. If you’ve ever felt stuck between being “too soft” or “too hard,” or if you’ve struggled to set boundaries, command respect, or speak your truth—this book will give you the tools to change your life from the inside out.

In the heart of the gospel music scene, Ja'mon rises to fame as a young black church musician, inspiring millions with his soulful voice. But behind the scenes, the dark side of the industry begins to take its toll. Ja'mon's spiritual foundation is shaken as he becomes entangled in the cutthroat world of record labels and managers.

The microscopic world of Zertera exists within the normal physical realm, hidden from human eyes. Its inhabitants, the Zerterans, possess the extraordinary ability to travel between their world and the larger universe at will. They serve as the microscopic guardians of the cosmos, dedicated to battling the myriad unseen enemies that threaten human existence. Bound by an ancient prophecy, the Zerterans are destined to be the saviors of mankind in a conflict that will erupt on Earth and spread throughout the universe.

Trump’s Default: The Mist of Empire is a visionary novel set between 2025 and 2029, chronicling America’s surreal economic collapse and its unexpected spiritual rebirth. In 2028, as Donald Trump reaches the final year of his second term, the U.S. formally defaults on its debt—unleashing not just financial chaos, but a breakdown of reality itself.

In a futuristic, circular compound by the Red Sea—lush with orchards, floral geometry, and silent drones delivering coffee and music—ten extraordinary individuals from the world’s major faiths are summoned by a mysterious scroll. They gather in the Garden Circle, a magical sanctuary where truth must be debated before an age ends. Each of the twelve chapters unveils a powerful debate—not of violence, but of fierce, honest dialogue. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict erupts first, raw and unresolved.

Receiving word a legal judgment could revert ownership of a plantation to him and his family if he can find the will, Jo Shelby Ferguson returns to Mexico with Athen, his childhood sweetheart whose father owns the plantation, in search of the will.

Inherit the Land is the story of Jo Shelby Ferguson’s return from Mexico to the Mississippi Delta and of his reunion with his childhood sweetheart, Athen, the daughter of the landowner Jo Shelby believes illegally possesses land that belongs to his family. Athen learns of his designs, which includes returning part of the land to the Negroes farming it. Sparks fly. She leaves him. Her two nefarious brothers abduct him and leave him in the middle of the night—bound, gagged and hooded in a cotton field.

I have the equivalent of an Oscar in digital marketing. I was Top Influencer, Social Media Week 2012, the top event in the space, today reaching 700 million people globally, simultaneously held in 26 top global cities for a week.

Deported is a poetic, mythic tale of Keir—a nameless, voiceless man with no passport, no past, and a calm, otherworldly presence. Mistaken for Mexican and deported from the U.S., he becomes a wandering exile, passed through over a hundred nations. In each, he creates beauty—gardens in prisons, hammocks from light, meals from memory—never causing harm, always inspiring quiet transformation. Authorities can’t identify him. His fingerprints vanish from databases. Blonde hair darkens inexplicably. Still, Keir remains serene. He becomes a whispered legend across detention centers worldwide.

Becoming an AI-First Organization is a strategic playbook for transforming traditional businesses into AI-powered enterprises. It goes beyond the technology to address cultural, operational, ethical, and leadership changes needed to embed AI throughout an organization. The book defines being “AI-first” as integrating AI deeply into decision-making, customer experience, and product development—not as a tool, but as a foundation.

Liquid Computing envisions a future beyond apps and interfaces—a world where artificial intelligence is ambient, adaptive, and seamlessly embedded in daily life. In this era, we don’t “use” computers; we live inside intelligent flows that span devices, contexts, and interactions. The book traces the evolution from hardware to cloud to AI as a responsive, invisible operating medium—always learning, assisting, and co-creating with us. It introduces the Liquid Interface, where interaction is natural, multimodal, and emotionally aware. Instead of commands, we converse.

Empty Country imagines a quiet, seismic shift in history. After President Donald Trump orders all undocumented immigrants to leave the U.S. within 24 hours, there is no protest—only silence, and then movement. Millions walk south. As they vanish, the U.S. begins to crumble. Crops rot, businesses shutter, and invisible labor scaffolds collapse. In a visionary response, Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum offers a 50-by-50-mile sanctuary in Sonora—a tax-free, autonomous zone. The migrants build a new city: Nueva Esperanza.

This book presents a comprehensive and pragmatic blueprint for resolving the Ukraine-Russia conflict and achieving lasting peace in the region. At its core is a six-part formula: an immediate ceasefire; deployment of UN peacekeeping forces in occupied territories; a UN-organized referendum to let local populations decide their political future; total withdrawal of Russian and Ukrainian forces from contested regions before the vote; binding commitments from both Putin and Zelensky to honor the results; and a formal pledge from Ukraine not to join NATO, addressing Russia's key security concern.

The 20% Growth Revolution presents a radical vision for Nepal: 20% annual economic growth sustained over two decades—lifting millions out of poverty and positioning the country as a global model for ethical development. At the heart of this transformation is Kalkiism—a new framework rooted in dharma, justice, and digital empowerment. Named after the 10th avatar of Vishnu, Kalkiism proposes a 100% cashless economy, state-owned zero-interest banking, universal education and healthcare, and corruption-free digital governance.

You just finished your vipassana course. Now what? If you’re like most old students, you left your 10-day retreat deeply moved—and then struggled to maintain your practice in the chaos of daily life. The silence faded. The stillness cracked. And that twice-a-day sitting commitment? It unraveled fast. This revised and radically improved edition of Now What? After Your Vipassana Course Is Over is here to help. Originally published in 2019, this new version is a complete rewrite—grounded in lived experience and Dhamma wisdom, not just habit hacks. It’s honest. Irreverent. Compassionate.

Sound Doctrine, Not Strange Speech: A Biblical Case Against Modern Tongues offers a bold, scripture-saturated response to one of the most controversial topics in Christianity. Through careful study of the New Testament, the author presents a compelling case that tongues were a specific, temporary gift tied to the early church—and that today’s practices often reflect confusion, not the Holy Spirit.

ChatGPT for Business is a practical guide to transforming any organization—startup, agency, or enterprise—into an AI-first company. It teaches listeners how to integrate ChatGPT across marketing, sales, support, HR, and operations to increase productivity, automate workflows, and unlock new revenue streams. The book goes beyond basic prompting and explores advanced strategies like building AI agents, deploying Custom GPTs, and creating intelligent systems that scale.

This book presents a compelling case for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as a transformative presidential candidate in 2028. It chronicles her rise from grassroots organizer to national leader and outlines a bold, justice-centered platform: the Green New Deal, Medicare for All, universal housing, tuition-free college, and structural democracy reform. The book examines her alignment with past icons like FDR, JFK, Lincoln, and Bernie Sanders, while highlighting her unique generational voice.

Perfect for DIYers, weekend warriors, and aspiring professionals alike, this book is more than a manual—it’s a mentor in print. Learn to build not just with your hands, but with your heart. Let Woodcraft Mastery guide you to create pieces that last a lifetime—and leave a legacy that goes beyond the grain.