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Witness in the Dark by Allison B. Hanson

About Witness in the Dark by Allison B. Hanson:

Deputy Marshal Garrett McKendrick does not get involved with witnesses he’s tasked to protect. Especially when his boss has a very personal reason for keeping Samantha Hutchinson alive. Can you say off limits?

But as Garrett battles to keep Sam safe from the powerful and influential people out to silence her—permanently—he finds she’s strong, feisty, and willing to risk everything to tell the truth. And totally irresistible.
Losing everything you know and love might just be worth it to meet an amazing man like Garrett. But when Sam learns he has been keeping secrets from her—big ones—she’s convinced his affectionate words were all for the sake of the job. She sends him packing. But can her new protective detail be trusted? The last team betrayed her to the enemy…

Garrett isn’t about to take any chances. Not with the woman who has stolen his heart.

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For Home and Hearth by Ethan Warrener

For Home and Hearth by Ethan Warrener

“So many novels struggle to tell these kinds of tales… Ethan Warrener’s novel is a suspenseful, thrilling work.” -Readers’ Favorite

“Creature-feature material blended skillfully with Appalachian-style grievances in a post-apocalyptic world.” -Kirkus Reviews

“A great survival story set in post-apocalyptic America with themes of of what it means to be human, control and consequences of development.” -Eilish Shovelin, Reedsy Discovery

Ella Holland wanted a simple life, but she would have settled for survival.

Life in the ravaged wilds of Appalachia is dangerous, and most folks don’t live past fifty. Even if sickness or starvation doesn’t get you, the rival clans, or shifty nomads, or the unbred monsters that roam the hills will. This is why a clan must stick together at all costs, nestled in whatever patch of peaceful land it has scratched out for itself. This is why strangers are not to be trusted.

But when a wandering drifter turns up with an army of ravenous pigmen at his heels, Ella Holland and the rest of her clan will have to confront the harsh realities they’ve kept sealed outside their walls, the lies they’ve told themselves, and even the specter of their own extinction.

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I Played My Best for Him by Olapeju Simoyan

About I Played My Best for Him by Olapeju Simoyan:

This collection of essays complements the album “Peju Sings! The Little Drummer Boy and Other Christmas Favorites,” which features thirteen Christmas songs recorded by the author and was first released in 2023. In this book, the author explores the stories behind each song, delving into the lives of the lyricists and composers, the context in which the songs were written, and other intriguing details. Readers will gain a fresh perspective on beloved carols like “O Holy Night” and “Silent Night” as they uncover their rich history. The themes of hope and peace that resonate through these timeless songs are also reflected in newer classics like “Feliz Navidad,” which transcended cultural barriers to become a bilingual favorite.

This book’s educational content will appeal to a broad audience, including those who may not celebrate Christmas. For those who do, it offers surprising insights into the origins of some of their favorite carols. No matter your background, this book invites you to be inspired by its stories and enjoy its message of celebration and reflection year-round.

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Amazon in Exile by Elizabeth Salo

Amazon in Exile by Elizabeth Salo

This first in a 3-book series. Midwest Book Awards Finalist in Romance.
Kalliope James was content to hide from her painful past until a chance encounter with sexy anthropology professor Sam Treadwell changes everything. An expert in Greek mythology, Sam knows more about the Amazon warriors than anyone, including Kalli herself—an immortal former queen of the Amazons who was banished from her homeland.

The life Kalli thought she’d left behind comes back to haunt her when Eris, a fellow exiled Amazon turned international smuggler and arms dealer, threatens the very existence of her people.

Kalli and Sam must race across the globe to stop Eris from carrying out her deadly plans. But, can Kalli confront her own personal demons—and her growing attraction to Sam—in time to avert disaster?

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The Big Island Travel and Adventure Guide: The Ultimate Shortcut to Thrills, Beauty, Culture, and Authentic Experiences by Ocean Breeze Adventures

The Big Island Travel and Adventure Guide: The Ultimate Shortcut to Thrills, Beauty, Culture, and Authentic Experiences by Ocean Breeze Adventures

Step onto Hawaii’s Big Island where history and natural beauty collide creating an unforgettable paradise.

From pristine, colorful beaches and dramatic landscapes to endless outdoor thrills and rich cultural heritage, Hawaii’s Big Island offers an unparalleled adventure for every type of traveler.

You might be raring to pack your bags and head out to explore the Big Island right away, but then the challenges of planning a trip start to come to your mind one after the other.

It’s definitely tough balancing time and budget constraints with the desire to experience everything a destination has to offer.

No more.

With this guide, you’ll navigate every hurdle with ease and embark on your adventure to the Big Island with confidence and excitement.

Packed with insider tips, curated itineraries, and practical advice, it takes the guesswork out of planning and helps you make the most of your trip to the Big Island.

Here is just a fraction of what you will discover:

● The best beaches on the island – from the black sands of Punaluʻu to the rare green sands of Papakōlea
● Where to spot green sea turtles and enjoy the island’s most scenic coastal spots
● Breathtaking hikes through lush rainforests, uncovering hidden waterfalls like Akaka Falls, and scenic vistas that will leave you in awe
● Ancient Hawaiian sites such as Pu’uhonua o Hōnaunau and the birthplace of King Kamehameha I, where you can immerse yourself in Hawaii’s rich cultural heritage
● How to explore the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park – get insider tips on the best times and places to witness lava flows and enjoy lava boat tours
● The best places to shop for souvenirs! – where you can find local produce and handmade crafts to bring back home
● Budget-friendly tips to maximize your travel experience without breaking the bank – find the best deals on flights, accommodations, and activities

And much more.

Get ready to go to The Islands of Aloha!
Eliminate travel worries and enjoy a seamless adventure to the Big Island.

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Untaught: The Lessons Every Woman in Her 20s Needs to Thrive

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Are you navigating your 20s, feeling overwhelmed by societal expectations and unsure of what you should be doing?
Do self-doubt, comparison, and guilt weigh heavily on your mind, making you feel like you’re always falling short?

In Untaught, explore the real challenges women face in their 20s that no one prepares you for.
From overcoming toxic thoughts like self-criticism and envy to breaking free from perfectionism and societal pressures, Untaught sheds light on the unspoken truths that influence your path to self-discovery.

Imagine living authentically, confidently pursuing your ambitions, and letting go of guilt and fear that no longer serve you.
Packed with practical strategies and empowering insights, Untaught equips you with the tools to navigate the highs and lows of your 20s while embracing your unique journey.

It’s time to break free from what society has taught you to believe. Pick up Untaught today and empower yourself to thrive through your 20s and beyond.

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Sick Minds

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Serial killers are becoming dissatisfied with the support group ran by Dr. Pleasant dubbed Psychos Anonymous(Book One). He welcomes in a new doctor who promises that medication can cure their murderous addiction. But in a world filled with sick minds, can you really trust anyone?

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The Unlived Lives of Raymond Quinn

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Raymond (Ray) Quinn believes himself to be a middle-aged single man living in downtown Seattle, Washington state, US. Having accepted a buyout offer when the company he worked for was sold, he no longer needs to work. As a result, he has little to do. He is unhappy without knowing why. There is no one in his life, he has no hobbies or activities to occupy his time. His daily routine amounts to little more than going for morning coffee at Starbucks across the street from his condominium and Pike Market.

On the advice of a Starbucks barista, Ray decides to visit Other Worlds Coffee shop near the Seattle docks, where, the barista tells Ray, he will meet interesting people in an environment he will enjoy. Unable to find it on his own, he is approached by an Asian man who offers to take him there. Ray agrees to follow him, beginning a relationship between the two unlike any Ray ever could have expected. Soon after they meet, the Asian man tells Ray he has been dead for 46 years, KIA in the Vietnam war.

“Asian”, as Ray soon thinks of him, explains that he is one of very few individuals caught in a parallel universe between his actual life and death. If he wishes to learn why this has happened to him, if he wants to resolve this dilemma, he must visit alternative lives he might have lived had he made different choices prior to his death. Incredulous at what Asian tells him, Ray, nonetheless, agrees to do as he says.

The lives he visits take place in the US, Antigua, Germany, Switzerland, France, Vietnam, and Rhodesia, at different times, under different circumstances. The one he lived, and some of those he would have lived had he made different choices.

He interacts with people as a young man just graduated from high school. In another, as a college graduate who chose to move to Europe rather than remain in the US, possibly drafted and sent to Vietnam. He meets women he is attracted to, marries one and fathers children. He is forced to recall his violent death in Vietnam as a soldier. After each alternative life, he finds himself back with Asian in Other Worlds, never sure what was real, what was not.

Asian guides him through the process of discovery, always giving him the opportunity to return to what he thought was his real life as an adult in Seattle. Rejecting that, he must choose the one person in the one life he would most like to have lived to be with now.

He chooses Shelly, originally from Rhodesia, who he first meets in Antigua when both are in their late teens. And later, in another life in Vietnam, after the war. Both sense something strange about themselves and each other as a couple. Something that has drawn them together. The final chapters lead them through their discovery of exactly what that is.

Everyone has countless unlived lives. How different would the life you lead be had you made different choices?

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Multifamily Investment Secrets: Your Guide To Explosive Wealth in Multifamily Real Estate by Mike Morawski

Multifamily Investment Secrets: Your Guide To Explosive Wealth in Multifamily Real Estate by Mike Morawski

Discover how to minimize risk, maximize returns, and build a profitable portfolio – even if you’ve never invested in real estate before.
You’ve been eyeing multifamily investments for a while now…

You’ve come across stories of people making serious money, and you can’t help but think, “That could be me.”

But then the jargon hits you like a ton of bricks.

When experts start throwing around terms like “cap rate,” “NOI,” and “syndication,” they might as well be speaking another language. How are you supposed to invest in something when you’re still trying to figure out what half the terms mean?

So, what happens? You think, “I’ll figure it out later… maybe next week, maybe next month.”

But then, life gets busy… and next month turns into next year.

Meanwhile, the market keeps moving. Others are snapping up opportunities that could have been yours. You watch as property values climb, and those who took the leap are now reaping the rewards.

The longer you wait, the more opportunities you let slip through your fingers.

You deserve to be an active player in the game… not just watching from the sidelines.

This book not only demystifies multifamily real estate, it gives you the tools and confidence to take action. It’s a roadmap, written by someone who’s been where you are and knows how to navigate the twists and turns of the market.

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Breaking Storm: A Dark Chicago Underworld Romantic Suspense (Storm Duet 1) by Denise Baer

Breaking Storm: A Dark Chicago Underworld Romantic Suspense (Storm Duet 1) by Denise Baer

A street fighter and his childhood crush. A forced marriage. Both are hellbent on leaving the streets of Chicago, except the gang alliance won’t let them.

TEAGAN

College is my one-way ticket out of this city.

For years, I distanced myself from the Chicago underworld.

I attend college, work at a florist, and have a boyfriend who knows nothing about my life.

Now the leaders of two rival gangs block my escape. My father is forcing me to marry the son of his rival to forge an alliance. A childhood friend I haven’t seen since I was sixteen.

Joey’s a criminal, born from violence. Street wars run through his veins. I’ll do everything in my power to make this forced marriage fail.

JOEY

Once I find her, I’m fleeing the streets of Chicago.

Most people think of me as a thug. A useless street fighter called Storm.

I’d love nothing more than to get away from this life, but my old man has blackmailed me for as long as I can remember.

I’m forced to marry Teagan, my father’s biggest nemesis’s daughter, and childhood crush. All I have to do is bide my time to sever the hold my old man has on me and disappear forever.

Author’s Note: BREAKING STORM is book one of the STORM DUET. It’s a dark love story between Teagan and Joey. A romantic suspense, enemies-to-lovers, forced marriage, following one couple through disturbing incidences, getting acquainted, lots of steamy moments, and a blood-curdling race to escape. This book ends with a major CLIFFHANGER, so you need to read the books in order. Book two, CHASING STORM, is the conclusion. These books contain adult content and triggers. Reader discretion is advised.

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How to Start a Circus: Rise Above Your Challenges and Bring Your Dreams to Reality by Chef Nino

How to Start a Circus: Rise Above Your Challenges and Bring Your Dreams to Reality by Chef Nino

Start the business of your dreams, overcome your biggest challenges, and discover how far perseverance and self-belief can take you!
Have you had a business idea in mind that you know could fulfill a unique demand… yet been reluctant to take the leap and bring it to life?

Have life’s fastest curveballs—including broken relationships, family obligations, or past debt, kept you in “workhorse” mode, living just to pay the bills?

Is there a natural- born entrepreneur in you, one who dreams of thriving financially and engaging in unique experiences and adventures?

If so, meet Chef Nino—an entrepreneur and chef who always had one dream: to be a pilot.

He’s been through the ups and downs of starting a business, living on a shoestring budget, and spearheading a successful career as a chef.

And throughout his life, he has seen the adventure of entrepreneurship as similar to launching a circus.

His inspiration? P.T. Barnum of the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus, known globally as “America’s Greatest Showman.”

Barnum coined the term “show business” and his circus lasted for an impressive 146 years. He once uttered powerful words that inspired Chef Nino throughout his life: “No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.”

Chef Nino took these words to heart and knew that the secret to his success lay in tapping into his unique strengths… in this book, he shares his highest highs and lowest lows. For the first time, he is revealing his personal blueprint for success.

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The Bow of Destiny by P. H. Solomond

The Bow of Destiny by P. H. Solomond

Loss and uncertainty taunt Athson with haunting visions and whispers. Orphaned at an early age, he grapples with hallucinations, including the presence of a faithful dog that exists solely in his mind. But these unsettling reminders of his past have returned with a dream.
Bound by a promise to his dead father, Athson desires a peaceful life rather than a legendary bow prophesied to defeat a dragon. Yet, his reluctance only deepens his peril, as the menacing dragon and a cunning wizard seek the bow – and his life.

Unwillingly thrust into a destiny he never sought, Athson embarks on a harrowing quest more like a march toward his own demise than a triumphant quest. Along the way, his haunting past confronts him until he uncovers the impossible – a secret which either empowers his destiny or leads to a vengeful fate.

With danger lurking at every turn and the boundaries between reality and madness blurring, Athson navigates a treacherous balance of truth and secrets. Who can he trust when enemies circle like vultures? Will he muster the strength to seize his destiny against all odds, or will he succumb to the darkness that threatens to engulf him?

Join Athson on this gripping adventure, where the fight for survival intertwines with the search for destiny, and every choice promises salvation or destruction.

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Shadow Runner by KJ Fieler

Shadow Runner by KJ Fieler

What happens to a good person when she’s forced to embrace the darkness to survive? Kidnapped and groomed as a predator, Ada must target the very aristocracy she once called kin… or attempt a daring escape. But if she flees, she risks the lives of the two she loves most: her adopted sister and her enigmatic captor.

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The Brittle Riders by Bill McCormick

The Brittle Riders by Bill McCormick

After humans circumvented anti-AI laws and made new species to fulfill roles of menial laborers, sex slaves, and shock troops, those creations eventually rose up and killed every man, woman, and child on the planet. This is the world if Frankenstein’s monsters ruled the Earth.

Like Game of Thrones on crack, apocalypses are funny that way.

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Affirm Your Greatness: Harnessing the Power of Positive Affirmations by Dennis M Mbogori

Affirm Your Greatness: Harnessing the Power of Positive Affirmations by Dennis M Mbogori

Renowned Personal Development Coach and Motivational Speaker Dennis M. Mbogori, proudly announces the release of his latest book, “Affirm Your Greatness: Harnessing the Power of Positive Affirmations,” now available on Amazon.com.

In this transformative guide, Dennis delves into the profound impact of positive affirmations on personal growth and self-improvement. Drawing from years of experience and expertise, the book offers readers practical tools and strategies to harness the power of positive thinking and affirmations to achieve their goals and enhance their lives.

Key Chapters of “Affirm Your Greatness”

1. The Science Behind Affirmations: Explore the psychological and neurological foundations of how affirmations work to rewire your brain for success.

2. Crafting Your Affirmations: Learn step-by-step methods to create powerful, personalized affirmations that resonate with your unique goals and aspirations.

3. Integrating Affirmations into Daily Life: Discover practical tips and routines for seamlessly incorporating affirmations into your everyday activities for maximum impact.

4. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: Identify and dismantle the negative beliefs that hold you back, replacing them with empowering affirmations.

5. Affirmations for Health and Wellness: Focus on affirmations that promote physical health, mental well-being, and overall vitality.

6. Financial Abundance through Affirmations: Use targeted affirmations to unlock the secrets to attracting financial success and abundance.

7. Building Resilience and Confidence: Strengthen your inner resolve and self-confidence with affirmations that prepare you to face life’s challenges head-on.

“Affirm Your Greatness” is more than just a book; it is a journey towards self-discovery and empowerment. Readers will learn how to:

– Develop a positive mindset and overcome limiting beliefs

– Create personalized affirmations that resonate with their unique goals

– Integrate affirmations into their daily routine for maximum impact

– Cultivate resilience and confidence in the face of challenges

“Positive affirmations can transform our lives by reshaping our thoughts and beliefs,” says Dennis. “This book is designed to help individuals tap into their inner strength and unlock their full potential.”

The book has already garnered praise from early readers for its insightful content and practical approach. One reader commented, “This book is a game-changer! It provides clear, actionable steps to incorporate affirmations into your life and see real results.”

“Affirm Your Greatness: Harnessing the Power of Positive Affirmations” is now available on Amazon.com.

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Turkish Delight by Anjelica Søndergaard

Turkish Delight by Anjelica Søndergaard

Join in on a week filled with laughter, romance, colourful cocktails and language, and honest conversations between good friends + just a little bit of craziness!
Maya, Charlotte, June and Cecilia have been friends for more than 20 years and have shared each other’s ups and downs throughout life.

Now that they’re in their 40s, they have decided to go on a holiday to Turkey together. A country none of them have travelled in before.

We cross paths with the girls while they’re getting ready for their holiday and they invite us to tag along for a week of sun and fun in the beautiful coastal town of Cennet.

Together, they have to find their way in a country and a culture that’s like nothing they’ve ever experienced. Throughout their week together, they create lasting memories and uncover surprising, unexpected, and shocking aspects of each other.

Because why is the shy Cecilia so much more tense and uptight than usual?
What does the perfect Charlotte hide from her husband – and from her friends?
Will the fun-loving Maya overcome her insecurities, what is the confident June’s big secret, and is something going to happen with Haci, the cute waiter from the restaurant?

And last but not least: What the heck is Turkish Delight?!

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