The Arthur C. Clarke award-winning author of Children of Time brings us an extraordinary space opera about humanity on the brink of extinction, and how one man's discovery will save or destroy us all.The war is over. Its heroes forgotten. Until one chance discovery....Idris has neither aged nor slept since they remade him in the war. And one of humanity's heroes now scrapes by on a freelance salvage vessel, to avoid the attention of greater powers.After Earth was destroyed, mankind created a fighting elite to save their species, enhanced humans such as Idris. In the silence of space they could communicate, mind-to-mind, with the enemy. Then their alien aggressors, the Architects, simply disappeared - and Idris and his kind became obsolete.Now, 50 years later, Idris and his crew have discovered something strange abandoned in space. It's clearly the work of the Architects - but are they returning? And if so, why? Hunted by gangsters, cults and governments, Idris and his crew race across the galaxy hunting for answers. For they now possess something of incalculable value, that many would kill to obtain. Read more

CHOSEN BY TIME MAGAZINE AS ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR"ONE HELLISHLY EXCITING RIDE."--Detroit Free PressThe '50s are finished. Zealous young senator Robert Kennedy has a red-hot jones to nail Jimmy Hoffa. JFK has his eyes on the Oval Office. J. Edgar Hoover is swooping down on the Red Menace. Howard Hughes is dodging subpoenas and digging up Kennedy dirt. And Castro is mopping up the bloody aftermath of his new communist nation."HARD-BITTEN. . . INGENIOUS. . . ELLROY SEGUES INTO POLITICAL INTRIGUE WITHOUT MISSING A BEAT."--The New York TimesIn the thick of it: FBI men Kemper Boyd and Ward Littell. They work every side of the street, jerking the chains of made men, street scum, and celebrities alike, while Pete Bondurant, ex-rogue cop, freelance enforcer, troubleshooter, and troublemaker, has the conscience to louse it all up."VASTLY ENTERTAINING."--Los Angeles TimesMob bosses, politicos, snitches, psychos, fall guys, and femmes fatale. They're mixing up a molotov cocktail guaranteed to end the country's innocence with a bang. Dig that crazy beat: it's America's heart racing out of control. . . ."A SUPREMELY CONTROLLED WORK OF ART."--The New York Times Book Review Read more

Join Sam Kletchka, freelance gunslinger and interstellar privateer, and Jane Carter, xenolinguist and alien anthropologist, on their intergalactic adventures as they travel the stars, make first (and sometimes last) contact with exotic alien races, and uncover the truth about the Immortals who secretly run our galaxy.This omnibus edition contains:Gunslinger to the StarsGunslinger to the GalaxyGunslinger to Earthand the short story "Jane Carter of Earth and the Rescue that Never Was." Read more

The Arthur C. Clarke award-winning author of Children of Time brings us an extraordinary space opera about humanity on the brink of extinction, and how one man's discovery will save or destroy us all.The war is over. Its heroes forgotten. Until one chance discovery . . . Idris has neither aged nor slept since they remade him in the war. And one of humanity's heroes now scrapes by on a freelance salvage vessel, to avoid the attention of greater powers. After earth was destroyed, mankind created a fighting elite to save their species, enhanced humans such as Idris. In the silence of space they could communicate, mind-to-mind, with the enemy. Then their alien aggressors, the Architects, simply disappeared—and Idris and his kind became obsolete. Now, fifty years later, Idris and his crew have discovered something strange abandoned in space. It's clearly the work of the Architects—but are they returning? And if so, why? Hunted by gangsters, cults and governments, Idris and his crew race across the galaxy hunting for answers. For they now possess something of incalculable value, that many would kill to obtain. Read more

Jamie is a wedding photographer in need of a break, and a sexy freelance assignment on the East Coast sounds like an intriguing getaway. He makes his flight to Vintage Ridge just before an epic storm wreaks havoc on holiday travel. But when his friend is delayed, Jamie finds himself alone at the bed-and-breakfast for the night with the owners’ son...a hunky contractor with a wicked smile and a commanding presence. Not a problem. Jamie can handle light conversation with a ruggedly handsome man for a few hours. Maybe. If all else fails, he can read the script. Wyatt loves remodeling old homes like his parents’ B and B. Spending an evening entertaining their guest while he finishes up his project doesn’t seem like a big deal, but Wyatt can tell there’s something special about the nervous younger man. He suggests reading the racy script that accompanies Jamie’s assignment to get his mind off the weather, but neither is prepared for what happens next. Their explosive attraction encourages them to bend the rules and stick to their own script...together.* * *
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Entertain the kids in the car with zero screen time!Over 100 games, puzzles, mazes, mad libs, journal prompts, scavenger hunts, and other activitiesReduce screen-time with interactive activities that both kids and families can enjoy on the roadTake a road trip to get away from it all, while the kids are happy, occupied, and engagedEnjoy the journey as much as the destination, no phones, apps, computers, or screens requiredPack up the family car, hit the road, and entertain the kids for the entire trip—without phones, iPads, laptops, and screens!The ultimate vacation buddy, Road Trip Activities and Travel Journal for Kids is a must-have activity book for kids to enjoy as you reach your destination, making your long car ride much more enjoyable! Including car games, mad libs, puzzles, writing prompts, questionnaires, coloring pages, interview ideas, scavenger hunts, brain-teasers, and more, this road trip book is filled with more than 100 entertaining activities, inventive ideas, and endless fun.Design your own license plate, sketch your souvenirs, fill in bingo cards with what you find from looking out the window, and enjoy the journey as much as the vacation itself! This interactive book encourages children to be present, look out the window to observe their surroundings, make memories, and challenge themselves with puzzles, games, and activities. Adventure awaits!The games and activities inside this fun travel book include:Create the Ultimate PlaylistPhoto Scavenger HuntYou're a PoetCar YogaRainbow CarsInterview with a PassengerLearn to Write in CodeMake a Grass WhistleDaily Journal PagesRebus PuzzleCar MazeTravel Log PagesMatch the SignsLogo QuestAnd much more!Author Kristy Alpert is an award-winning freelance travel journalist and has work featured in Fodor's Travel, Travel Weekly, Yahoo! Travel, Refinery29, AFAR, and several other popular publications.Hit the road, escape the screen, and have some fun, with Road Trip Activities and Travel Journal for Kids!"An irresistible and educational traveling companion for kids. It will open your child's eyes to the wonders of the road."—Thomas Arthur Repp, Editorial Director, American Road magazine"Especially in this time where it's hard to get kids off devices, this journal provides many hours of creative thought provoking activity that would keep kids entertained while on a short trip or a long journey."—Naomi deManana, Editor at Large / Craft and Style / Martha Stewart Living"Let Kristy and Tamiko entertain the entire family on your next road trip with creative activities and journaling that encourage imagination and sensorial connection."—Devorah Lev-Tov, mother and travel journalist with The New York Times, National Geographic, Conde Nast Traveler, and more"This is an essential travel item for road tripping families. Activities, games, trivia, puzzles, and more will keep kids (and adults!) occupied for a fun and drama-free car ride."—Teddy Minford, travel journalist and guidebook author Read more

Two worlds collide in a supernatural partnership.Desperate times call for desperate measures.As the ex-military owner of Sterling Security Solutions, Tatiana Sterling excels at handling dangerous situations. Her problem? Landing clients in a male-dominated industry. The solution? Hiring mysterious heartthrob Jackson Dale Shade to play the role of her business partner.When Eleanor Kensington hires them to find her missing grandson, Tatiana and JD discover the case is far more sinister than a simple disappearance.As they navigate this treacherous investigation, Tatiana finds herself increasingly drawn to JD's charm, strength, and uncanny abilities. Something different about him emerges—impossibly fast reflexes, superhuman strength, along with a troubling aversion to law enforcement.The unlikely duo must work together to uncover the truth and confront powerful enemies who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets.Can Tatiana trust JD with her business—and possibly her heart when he's clearly hiding his true nature? Or will his supernatural secret destroy everything they're building together?Pick up Vampire For Hire and discover the thrilling secrets that lurk beneath the surface of Sterling & Smith Security Solutions. Read more

A HELLO SUNSHINE x REESE WITHERSPOON BOOK CLUB PICK“A beautiful novel that's full of forbidden passions, family secrets and a lot of courage and sacrifice.”—Reese WitherspoonAfter the death of her beloved grandmother, a Cuban-American woman travels to Havana, where she discovers the roots of her identity—and unearths a family secret hidden since the revolution...Havana, 1958. The daughter of a sugar baron, nineteen-year-old Elisa Perez is part of Cuba's high society, where she is largely sheltered from the country's growing political unrest—until she embarks on a clandestine affair with a passionate revolutionary...Miami, 2017. Freelance writer Marisol Ferrera grew up hearing romantic stories of Cuba from her late grandmother Elisa, who was forced to flee with her family during the revolution. Elisa's last wish was for Marisol to scatter her ashes in the country of her birth. Arriving in Havana, Marisol comes face-to-face with the contrast of Cuba's tropical, timeless beauty and its perilous political climate. When more family history comes to light and Marisol finds herself attracted to a man with secrets of his own, she'll need the lessons of her grandmother's past to help her understand the true meaning of courage. Read more

This book can help you rise from poverty, get out of debt, increase income, protect your earnings, build investments, and accumulate wealth. Wherever you begin, you can get where you want to be faster than seems possible.Magick is more than myth, more than hype, more than hope. Magick gives you a real opportunity to summon the money you deserve. If you are filled with doubt, you have nothing to fear, as you can prove it to yourself in no time at all.Whether you work, own a business, freelance, invest, or generate income in any way, the rituals you find in this book will bring rapid and lasting advantages.It’s normal to feel skeptical. If I’m so rich, why am I selling books like this? I used to ask questions like this because I was afraid to hope for wealth. I was poor and felt doomed to stay that way. Admitting that you intend to be wealthy is difficult. Anyone can hope, but it takes courage to admit to yourself that you want to be wealthy.Everyone wants more money, but that’s just a wish. You can do better. Invest your time in the ideas and rituals you find here, and the rewards will grow. Your magick will grow money for you.Financial Transformation Magick is a new system that supersedes Wealth Magick. This new wealth working covers more situations and possibilities, with much simpler magick. It works without demons or disruption, bringing only the change that’s appropriate for you.The rituals put you in control so you can change the course of your entire financial life. Whether you need to clear debt, increase sales, or get someoneto pay what they owe, this book has you covered. This is the most comprehensive magickal system for solving money problems, while attracting fortune and wealth.If it seems like luck is against you and money slips away too fast, this magick will help. If you’re already comfortable with money, the magick can shift you into a life of great wealth.You don’t need any previous experience. You won’t need to take outrageous risks, and you don’t need to spend money on weird occult equipment.These rituals work even if you don’t believe in magick, and best of all, you don’t need to visualise. That makes this more accessible and practical than anything published before. Read more

The classic guide to copywriting, now in an entirely updated fourth editionThis is a book for everyone who writes or approves copy: copywriters, multichannel marketers, creative directors, freelance writers, marketing managers . . . even small business owners and information marketers. It reveals dozens of copywriting techniques that can help you write both print and online ads, emails, and websites that are clear, persuasive, and get more attention―and sell more products. Among the tips revealed: * 8 headlines that work--and how to use them * The 5-step “Motivating Sequence” for generating more sales and profits * 10 tips for boosting landing page conversion rates * 15 techniques to ensure your emails get high open and click-through rates * How to create powerful “lead magnets” that double response rates * The “4 S” formula for making your copy clear, concise, and compelling This thoroughly revised fourth edition includes all new essential information for mastering copywriting in the digital age, including advice on content marketing, online videos, and high-conversion landing pages, as well as entirely updated resources. Now more indispensable than ever, Robert W. Bly's The Copywriter's Handbook remains the ultimate guide for people who write or work with copy. Read more

SHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH CAP AWARDS 2023'A beautifully written historical novel with characters who linger long after the last page is turned.' Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Came HomeSociety said they shouldn't fall in love...It’s 1828, and Ireland is in turmoil as Irish tenants protest against their upper-class English landlords.Nineteen-year-old Bridget Muldowney is thrilled to return to the estate in Carlow she’ll inherit when she comes of age. But since she left for Dublin seven years earlier, the tomboy has become a refined young lady, engaged to be married to a dashing English gentleman.Cormac McGovern, now a stable hand on the estate, has missed his childhood friend. He and Bridget had once been thick as thieves, running wild around the countryside together.When Bridget and Cormac meet again their friendship begins to rekindle, but it’s different now that they are adults. Bridget’s overbearing mother, determined to enforce the employer-servant boundaries, conspires with Bridget’s fiancé to keep the pair apart.With the odds stacked against them, can Bridget and Cormac’s childhood attachment blossom into something more?A Class Apart is the first book in Susie Murphy's historical fiction series A Matter of Class. The story continues in the second book, A Class Entwined.Praise for A Class Apart:'Susie Murphy writes with intelligence and assurance and has a real talent for capturing an authentic sense of time and place. I look forward to reading more from this bright new voice in historical fiction.' Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Came Home'I am completely blown away by this series...Simply outstanding.' Book Reviews for U, book reviewer'Excellent characters and an interesting plot...The chemistry and romance between the two was well written and believable.' The Lit Bitch, book reviewer'Romance, drama, suspense, and beautiful scenery reign supreme in A Class Apart...The story encompasses the real truths that the people in Ireland had to face in their time, weaving a heartrending tale that's impossible not to read.' Ashley O'Melia, author and freelance writer'A richly detailed, historical tale of love against all odds...As you read this story you will fall deeper and deeper into the history of Ireland at the time, into the characters themselves, and into the emotions that are so vividly described that you cannot help but be caught up in it all too.' Books Of All Kinds, book reviewer'For those of you who like Historical Fiction, you are in for a real treat...I devoured this book.' Coffee, Books and China Cups, book reviewerWhat readers are saying:★★★★★ 'The Irish Downton Abbey! Fabulous.'★★★★★ 'If it was possible to give 100 stars to this book, I would!'★★★★★ 'An absolute page turner.'★★★★★ 'I loved the book from start to finish.'★★★★★ 'A brilliant love story.'★★★★★ 'A hugely satisfying read.'★★★★★ 'Get ready to fall in love!'★★★★★ 'This is going to be a fantastic series of novels.'★★★★★ 'Superbly written.'★★★★★ 'I am already itching to read the next book in the series!' Read more

ONLY FOR ME is the international bestselling picture book, which very gently teaches young children about body safety and consent.The combination of clever rhyme and delightful illustrations, instantly engages little ones, aged 3 to 8 years of age, whilst gently introducing all the critical information they need to know to be able to identify, communicate and respond to unsafe touch and inappropriate behaviour. With over 75,000 copies now in print, ONLY FOR ME has consistently been the #1 'go to' resource for parents, educators, counsellors, schools and child protection organisations, wanting to empower and protect young children. Due to its outstanding success, ONLY FOR ME has been translated into Spanish and German, with more translations planned for the future.ONLY FOR ME comprehensively covers all the key body safety messages and can be previewed in its entirety at www.onlyforme.com.au/preview.Here are just a few recent testimonials: "THIS!"Former CPS Social Worker"Only For Me needs to be in EVERY home and school!"Tessa (Mum & Police Officer)"Absolutely LOVING Only For MeI've been struggling to find just the right book and this one NAILS IT" (Mum & Caseworker)"I can not speak more highly of this book.BEAUTIFUL and SENSITIVELY WRITTEN"Catherine, Mum to TwoOnly For Me is written by Michelle Derrig. She is a Mom of four, Author, Speaker & passionate Child Protection Advocate.Only For me is illustrated by Nicole Mackenzie. She is a Freelance Designer and has worked on animated shows & films for Netflix, Hulu, ABC andWalt Disney Television Animation. Read more

Learn 50 super-easy big-note sheet music songs for violin! This big book of easy violin sheet music for beginners includes extra-large music staffs and notes, letters (note names) inside every notehead, easy-to-use violin tab, bowing patterns, and lyrics.No complicated violin sheet music arrangements here! Instead, Super Easy Violin Sheet Music for Beginners is arranged with beginning violin players of all ages in mind. Yet, even seasoned violinists and fiddle players will find this collection of super-easy big-note violin sheet music songs fun to play! This super easy beginner violin music songbook is over 150 pages long and is the best way to learn your favorite songs on the violin or fiddle.With each song, you'll get:A beginner-level big-note song arrangementExtra-large music staffsLarge print music notes with letters (note names) inside each noteheadBowing PattersEasy-to-use violin tabLyricsDownloadable and streamable audio tracksThe 50 Songs:A-Tisket, A-TasketAmazing GraceAmerica (My Country 'Tis of Thee)America the BeautifulAre You Sleeping?Away in a MangerBattle Hymn of the RepublicBlessed AssuranceBrahms LullabyCamptown RacesCome, Thou Fount of Every BlessingDeck the HallsEine Kleine NachtmusikFür EliseHappy BirthdayHoly, Holy, HolyHome on the RangeI Surrender AllIt Is Well With My SoulJesu, Joy of Man’s DesiringJesus Loves MeJingle BellsJoy to the WorldLondon Bridge Is Falling DownMary Had a Little LambMinuet in GO Christmas TreeO Come, All Ye FaithfulO Come, O Come EmmanuelOde to JoyOh My Darling, ClementineOh! SusannaOld MacDonaldOn Top of Old SmokyRondo Alla TurcaSilent NightThe Blue DanubeThe EntertainerThe Muffin ManThe Yellow Rose of TexasThis Little Light of MineThis Old ManThree Blind MiceTwinkle, Twinkle Little StarUp on the HousetopWe Wish You a Merry ChristmasWhat a Friend We Have in JesusWhen the Saints Go Marching InWilliam Tell OvertureYankee DoodleAbout Bethany Olds: Author of the #1 bestseller How to Play Violin in 14 Days, Montana-native Bethany Olds started playing violin and fiddle when she was 14 years old and began competing a year later. As a competitive fiddler, she won several major titles, including 1997 National Junior Fiddle Champion, 1998 and 1999 Montana State Fiddle Champion, and 2001 Tennessee State Fiddle Champion. She moved to Nashville in 2000, and since then has been the fiddle player for both Sara Evans and Pam Tillis. She has also been a session player in both Atlanta and Nashville, and won a Dove Award in 2010 for her participation on the Glory Revealed II album. Bethany has taught beginner violin and all levels of fiddle since 1997.About Scott Currier: Scott Currier has authored best-selling books such as 16 Easy Christmas Songs for Solo Piano, 16 Easy Hymns for Solo Piano (Volumes 1–2), Big-Note Bach, Super Easy Keyboard Sheet Music for Beginners, and Right-Hand Piano: Classical Themes. Scott has over four decades of piano experience. A classically trained pianist, Scott attended the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, where he performed with one of the country’s top-ranked collegiate jazz ensembles. Scott has taught privately for 25 years and continues to freelance extensively throughout the country.REMEMBER: Free access to instant audio downloads from Troy Nelson Music’s website is included! Read more

How to Play Drums in 14 Days: Daily Drumset Lessons for Beginners – with free audio downloads or streaming – is presented in an easy-to-follow format to help you learn to play drums quickly!If you're looking for the best drumset book for beginners, look no further! Seasoned author and educator Ben Hans has written an easy-to-follow beginning drum book that's methodically designed to teach you all the essential rhythms, beats, and grooves you’ll need to start playing your favorite songs!Teach yourself to play drums with this jam-packed book with tons of fundamental drum skills and exercises.You’ll learn:Time Signatures & RhythmsSnare Drum RudimentsEssential BeatsTom FillsSignature GroovesBass Drum PatternsLimb IndependenceHi-Hat & Cymbal TechniquesPlus!Stick TechniquesStandard Drum NotationJazz Ride Cymbal PatternsThe Shuffle FeelTriplet Rhythms12/8 TimeAnd More!Free audio demonstration tracks for this drum instruction book included!This is the perfect first lesson for beginner drummers! Also great for teaching a beginner how to play the drums! All music examples are presented in easy-to-follow standard drum notation. So, as new drum concepts are introduced, you’ll be able to quickly apply them to your drumset.This drum book is from the top-ranked series Play Guitar in 14 Days from Troy Nelson Music.About Ben Hans: Ben Hans is a percussionist, author, clinician, and music instructor based in Nashville, Tennessee. As an educator, Ben has taught private music lessons to students of all ages and skill levels for over three decades, including two decades as a college instructor. Ben actively performs live in multiple music genres and with many internationally known artists, and is also a freelance author, editor, proofreader, and session performer, with dozens of published works, including Workin' Drums: 50 Solos for Drumset, 40 Intermediate Snare Drum Solos, and Rudimental Drum Solos for the Marching Snare Drummer, among others. Ben is a Yamaha Performing Artist and also endorses Aquarian Drumheads, Vic Firth Drumsticks, Mike Balter Mallets, Impression Cymbals, and Tycoon Percussion. Ben is a member of ASCAP and John S. Pratt's International Association of Traditional Drummers.Note: To ensure that you receive a quality product and customer service, be sure to buy directly from Amazon, rather than from a marketplace seller.FREE access to audio demos – download or streaming – for each music example!Free shipping with Amazon Prime. Read more

In an unorthodox approach, Georgetown University professor Cal Newport debunks the long-held belief that "follow your passion" is good advice, and sets out on a quest to discover the reality of how people end up loving their careers.Not only are pre-existing passions rare and have little to do with how most people end up loving their work, but a focus on passion over skill can be dangerous, leading to anxiety and chronic job hopping. Spending time with organic farmers, venture capitalists, screenwriters, freelance computer programmers, and others who admitted to deriving great satisfaction from their work, Newport uncovers the strategies they used and the pitfalls they avoided in developing their compelling careers.Cal reveals that matching your job to a pre-existing passion does not matter. Passion comes after you put in the hard work to become excellent at something valuable, not before. In other words, what you do for a living is much less important than how you do it.With a title taken from the comedian Steve Martin, who once said his advice for aspiring entertainers was to "be so good they can't ignore you," Cal Newport's clearly written manifesto is mandatory reading for anyone fretting about what to do with their life, or frustrated by their current job situation and eager to find a fresh new way to take control of their livelihood. He provides an evidence-based blueprint for creating work you love, and will change the way you think about careers, happiness, and the crafting of a remarkable life. Read more

NATIONAL BESTSELLERThe book that started the guerilla marketing revolution, expanded and completely updated for the twenty-first century. Jay Levinson's Guerrilla Marketing revolutionized marketing strategies for the small-business owner with his take-no-prisoners approach to finding clients. Based on hundreds of solid and effective ideas, Levinson’s philosophy has given birth to a new way of learning about market share and how to gain it. In this completely updated and expanded fourth edition, Levinson offers a new arsenal of weaponry for small-business success including strategies for marketing on the internet (explaining when and precisely how to use it); tips for using new technology, such as podcasting and automated marketing; programs for targeting prospects and cultivating repeat and referral business, and management lessons in the age of telecommuting and freelance employees. Guerrilla Marketing is the entrepreneur’s marketing bible—and the book every small-business owner should have on his or her shelf. Read more

Toxic hustle culture is coming for us all, and successful freelance writers learn how to work smarter, not harder. In Six-Figure Freelance Writer, author Amy Suto shares her tried-and-true strategies on how she lands high-paying, high-quality projects at as a memoir ghostwriter and creative copywriter—all while traveling the world and not working crazy hours.The success of her freelance writing brand Sutoscience LLC has allowed her to write for billion-dollar companies and rising startups while working remotely from beautiful destinations like Lisbon, Portugal and Venice, Italy.In this book, Amy Suto spills her secrets for anyone trying to figure out how to become a freelance writer of any kind. The dream of a holistic work/life/travel balance isn't fiction: it's about re-thinking what it means to be an artisan freelance writer who is supported by better frameworks and systems.Are you ready to start this new chapter of your writing journey? Read more

Discover the naughty, exotic, and erotic truths about why Hedonism II sports the highest repeat guest rate of any Caribbean resort and how to get in on the action! Imagine having the scandalous inside information for making the most of a trip to the adult vacation destination Hedonism II - or just listening to the dirty details for a fantasy trip. What happens in Jamaica, stays in Jamaica.... Except in this cheeky guide to the world’s naughtiest resort, Hedonism II. Debauchery, alcohol, nude beaches, orgies - an unforgettable waterfront getaway awaits the adventurous traveler looking for sex, sand, and fun in the sun! Is Hedonism II a retirement home for worn-out swingers? A testosterone tour-de-force with too few women to clamor over? A cult that sucks away all your vacation time? Well, the last one might be true. Cleverly disguised as adults, resort guests are the people your parents warned you about. Their all-inclusive Jamaican beach vacation titillates with days they can't remember - but with friends they can't forget. Virgins and repeat offenders alike will have tears running down their legs from this collection of advice, anecdotes, and adventures. The Naked Truth About Hedonism II are chock-full of stories that keep you grinning about mishaps in the huge nude hot tub, games on the nude beach (beyond ring toss), and folks on a quest for a heated eternity. After a trip to Hedo, you’ll come home with stories you can’t tell vanilla friends, sand where you least expect it, and the widest smile ever. The author, Chris Santilli, an award-winning freelance writer and inveterate naked gal, has visited Hedonism II over 60 times since March 1985. She holds a BS in photojournalism from Northern Illinois University, an MS in magazine journalism from Syracuse University, and a MLIS (Master of Library & Information Science) from Dominican University. This third edition reflects the evolution of the resort, its guests and ambiance since the book's second edition update in 2010 (still available in print and ebook). Learn why Hedonism II guests keep coming back for more sexy, silly fun every year and a neighboring resort posted a warning sign between the properties. Get your copy of The Naked Truth About Hedonism II today! Read more

A modern-day ‘Cancer Sherlock Holmes’, Jane discovered that a cancer-starving diet, powerful supplements and a handful of old, forgotten, low-toxicity drugs, when taken together, acted synergistically, magnifying each of their anti-cancer effects many times. Like magic, her terminal cancer just melted away.In this truly ground-breaking book, Jane takes us through her remarkable, heart-breaking journey, and the medical discoveries she made on the way. Using herself as a human guinea pig, she worked out the best drugs and supplements to starve her own cancer in an easy-to-follow ‘Metro Map’. She has expanded this route map to show which fuel pipelines you need to block for every type of cancer, so you too can create your own cancer-starving cocktail. Tragically many simple old drugs have been overlooked in the race for the latest patentable 'game changers’. Is the answer already out there? Jane believes it is. Bit by bit she has pieced the puzzle together, demystified its complexity, and produced a simple protocol.This book will answer all the burning questions you face when you begin to explore complementary cancer care. Which ‘off-label’ drugs and supplements should you take? Should you try the ketogenic diet? Should you fast? Is fat safe? How much and when should you exercise? Jane explains why each patient needs a personalised approach and, importantly, how to work this out.This book, part Erin Brockovich, part Dallas Buyers Club, is a compelling story of resilience and determination in the face of impossible odds. If you or a loved one has cancer, you absolutely must read this book. Even if you have been told that nothing more can be done, Jane will show you this is almost certainly not true.“So powerful and relatable. Often in medical books the science overwhelms and dilutes the narrative arc but because of Jane's compelling and dramatic personal story the book promises to hold the reader. Beyond the personal narrative, the strategy Jane used to get well is at the very forefront in the war against cancer. The use of re-purposed drugs in oncology is gaining traction worldwide. Additionally, and perhaps most importantly, is Jane herself. We were both speakers at a recent charity event in London. Jane spoke last, and when she finished, I'm not sure there was a dry eye in the room. She received the only standing ovation at the event. Her story is so powerful; tragic yet triumphant, and relatable to anyone who has had a foot in the realm of the sick. Jane is a fantastic speaker. She has the rare gift of being entirely genuine. Her story: of a terminal diagnosis in the prime of her life, self-discovery, and path to wellness driven by her own conviction and research has the ability to inspire hope and wake the medical community up to a powerful new tool; the use of combinations of repurposed drugs.” Travis Christofferson, author Tripping Over the Truth“All patients and their relatives need to read this book.”Professor Justin Stebbing, Professor of Cancer Medicine and Oncology at Imperial College"Jane’s clinical reasoning is impressive, her experience is compelling and in the combination of these two elements she has crafted a narrative that, like the anti-cancer metabolic cocktail she champions, is destined to positively enhance countless lives.”Dr Ndaba Mazibuko, Clinical Research Fellow, King's College London Care Oncology Clinic“Jane’s story will inspire anyone reeling from the shock of a cancer diagnosis to take control of their own destiny.”Lois Rogers, freelance health journalist, Sunday Times Read more

One of the most remarkable stories in the history of Special Forces' operations - Daily ExpressIn the bleak moments after defeat on mainland Europe in winter 1939, wartime leader Winston Churchill knew that Britain had to strike back hard. He recruited a band of eccentric free-thinking warriors to become the first 'deniable' secret operatives behind enemy lines, offering these volunteers nothing but the potential for glory and all-but-certain death.The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare tells of the daring victories for this small force of 'freelance pirates' in their many missions against the Nazis, often dressed in enemy uniforms and breaking all previously held rules of warfare. Master storyteller and military historian Damien Lewis brings the true adventures of the secret unit to life, from their earliest missions to the death of the group's leader just weeks before the end of World War Two. Read more

Johnny Dollar, also known as "the man with the action-packed expense account", entertained audiences with his adventures as a freelance insurance investigator beginning in 1949. Now he may have tallied his last expense report for his listeners in 1962, but thanks to the help of Radio Spirits, Johnny Dollar is once again on the case. He travels to exotic locales such as Tahiti and, in "The Price of Fame Matter", to Paris, where he's able to lend Vincent Price a helping hand. Enjoy this three-hour collection of "action-packed" digitally restored and remastered episodes and find out why Johnny Dollar had the honor of being the last dramatic series to air on radio. Episodes include: "Eleven O'Clock Matter" (01-19-58), "The Price of Fame Matter with Vincent Price" (02-02-58), "Ghost to Ghost Matter" (05-18-58), "Midnight Sun Matter" (05-25-58), "Fatal Filet Matter" (05-10-59), and "The Empty Threat Matter" (11-27-60). Read more

The language you need to sell and succeed, from America’s top copywriter.Robert W. Bly is a self-made multi-millionaire and brings in six figures of sales annually from marketing and selling his own products, not to mention more than half a million from his freelance writing. He’s been a professional copywriter for nearly forty years and has been named America’s best copywriter. And now he’s drawing back the curtain and revealing hundreds of proven words and phrases that can help you:Grab the reader’s attention.Convey a sense of urgency.Communicate what’s special, different, and unique about your product.Boost response with proven time-tested offers.Arouse the reader’s curiosity.Overcome buyer objections.Announce something new.Move the reader emotionally.Create a perception of superior product value.Give the reader news.And much more.The Big Book of Words that Sell contains the 1200 words and phrases that have proven to sell most effectively for Bob, and the best situations to employ that language in. Use them to:Sell any product or service.Get connections, followers, and friends on social media.Write social media posts and ads that generate more clicks and conversions.Optimize web pages for Google and other search engines.Write e-mails that get higher open and click-through rates.Become a more powerful and persuasive copywriter.Increase web site traffic and conversion.Generate better return from your Call to Actions (CTA).The Big Book of Words that Sell: 1200 Words and Phrases That Every Salesperson and Marketer Should Know and Use is your guide to the world’s most persuasive words and phrases—and how to leverage them to sell your product. Read more

A fun, pocket-sized book packed with inspiration from the galaxy’s most (in)famous bounty hunter.Throw aside the 9-to-5 and discover the joys of going freelance! In a big wide galaxy you’ll find every personality type. There are those who want to work for a large, stable employer like the Imperial Navy, pushing buttons on a space cruiser. There are also those who are content living the simple (but dull) life of a merchant or moisture farmer. And then there are those special few who long for the freelance life. If you aren’t afraid of grueling (and sometimes frowned upon) work, traveling to exotic locations, and being your own boss, you may find guidance in the wise words of those who have been there. Be More Boba Fett will help guide you on your path to the independent life of a successful entrepreneur.© and ™ 2021 Lucasfilm LTD Read more

The freedom you seek is just pages away. Forget the old concept that you must work now and live later. Escape the endless cycle that takes you from work to home then work again. You can work where, when and with whom you want, remain financially secure, and live life now. A simple Google search of the phrase “work from home” generates over 9 billion results. Your dream job is hiding in there somewhere – but finding it seems impossible. Let WORK FROM HOME WHILE YOU ROAM do the work for you. Unlike other books that give you only tips and tricks for finding remote work, this book gives you: • Over 300 resources for location-independent jobs for every skillset and schedule • How to navigate Employment Marketplaces, The Gig Economy, Freelance Platforms and more • A QUICK START GUIDE and MEGA LIST OF JOBS with links to apply!Escape your cubicle. Avoid traffic. Get out of debt. Be free. Get WORK FROM HOME WHILE YOU ROAM. Read more

"TikTok is a highly creative platform, and it definitely rewards those who often create and post! It's ideal two to three times a day, if you really want to gain popularity on TikTok, you won't cut it once a week. So, in just two months, I've gone from zero to 10K followers!” - Sharn Rayment, multimedia freelance producer. You definitely have to embrace and commit to using TikTok to the fullest extent possible to create a content backlog for the for-you page. As for younger and older generations, TikTok has democratized creativity and social media. The app has the highest rate of follower engagement across 100,000 user profiles sampled in an Influencer Marketing Hub online research project. If marketers merely consider it as a "dancing device" and don't change their approach to include TikTok content, they'll be really bitter in a couple of years. Watching Instagram influencers repurpose Instagram content to TikTok at the start of lockdown shows the polished advertising on this site doesn't wash. We always noticed when Instagram stories came up, there was a trend for shorter, more digestible content. Yet TikTok proves that users can return for more when you get the form of content right. According to official figures from TikTok, its customers remain faithful and are starting to return to the app. In fact, 90 percent of users use the app several times a day. Overall, TikTok is asking us to reconsider the way our content is strategized. I do hope these tips givse you some ideas on how to handle TikTok and the way you prepare and create your content in general. Read more

Why This Book? Why Now?The world of side hustles is changing—fast. Thanks to AI tools like ChatGPT, Canva, and DALL·E, anyone, even those with zero tech skills, can now create profitable digital products and services with minimal effort. If you’ve ever wanted to start a side hustle but felt overwhelmed by complex skills, coding, or lack of experience, this book is for you.In the past, earning extra income often meant freelancing, working overtime, or starting a business with high upfront costs. But with AI-powered automation, you can now launch an online business that works for you, generating income even while you sleep.Who Is This Book For?This guide is specifically designed for non-techies who want to leverage AI for easy, profitable side hustles. Whether you’re:✅ A stay-at-home parent looking for flexible income while managing household duties✅ A retiree searching for a simple way to supplement your pension✅ A freelancer wanting to add another income stream without trading more time for money✅ A 9-to-5 employee seeking extra cash without learning complicated skills✅ A student exploring ways to earn passive income… this book will help you start earning up to $1,000/month (or more!) by using AI-powered tools that handle the hard work for you.What Makes This Book Different?Unlike other books that offer vague advice or unrealistic get-rich-quick schemes, this guide provides step-by-step, actionable strategies you can implement immediately.🔹 No tech skills required! You don’t need coding, design, or business experience.🔹 Leverage AI automation. AI does the heavy lifting, so you save time & effort.🔹 Step-by-step blueprints. Get proven methods for 5+ AI-powered side hustles.🔹 Real-world strategies. Learn practical, profitable methods—not just theory.🔹 Low-cost startup. Start making money with minimal upfront investment.What You’ll LearnIn this book, you’ll discover how to use AI tools to create, automate, and sell high-demand digital products and services. Each chapter walks you through an AI-powered side hustle, including:🔥 Selling Printables on Etsy (Planners, Workbooks, Wedding Templates)🔥 Creating & Selling Social Media Templates (Instagram/Canva Bundles)🔥 Freelance AI Copywriting (Blog Writing, Ad Copy, Product Descriptions)🔥 AI-Powered Ebooks & Low-Content Books (Journals, Coloring Books)🔥 AI Voiceovers & Audiobooks (Using AI Voice Tools for Passive Income)🔥 YouTube Script Writing with ChatGPT (Sell to Creators)🔥 AI-Generated T-Shirt & Merch Designs (Using Canva + Print-on-Demand)🔥 AI Chatbot Consulting for Businesses (No Coding Needed!)🔥 Affiliate Marketing with AI-Generated Content (Blogs, Newsletters)🔥 AI-Powered Resume & Cover Letter Writing Service (For Job Seekers)Your Roadmap to SuccessYou’ll not only learn how to create these AI-based businesses but also where to sell, how to price, and how to market your products for maximum profit. By the end of this book, you'll have a clear roadmap to launching and scaling your AI-powered side hustle.So, are you ready to turn AI into your personal money-making machine?👉 Let’s dive in and start building your AI-powered income stream today! Order Your Copy Now Read more

2018 Eisner Award winner, Best Writer2018 Eisner Award winner, Best Painter/Multimedia Artist2018 Eisner Award winner, Best Continuing Series2018 Eisner Award winner, Best Publication for Teens2018 Eisner Award winner, Best Cover Artist2018 Harvey Award winner, Book of the Year2018 Hugo Award winner, Best Graphic Story2018 British Fantasy Award winner, Best Comic/Graphic Novel2018, 2016, 2015 Entertainment Weekly's The Best Comic Books of the Year2018, Newsweek's Best Comic Books of the Year2018, The Washington Post's 10 Best Graphic Novels of the Year2018, Barnes & Noble's Best Books of the Year2018, YALSA's Great Graphic Novels for Teens2018, Thrillist's Best Comics & Graphic Novels of the Year2018, Powell's Best Science-Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, and Graphic Novels of the YearSet in an alternate matriarchal 1900's Asia, in a richly imagined world of art deco-inflected steam punk, MONSTRESS tells the story of a teenage girl who is struggling to survive the trauma of war, and who shares a mysterious psychic link with a monster of tremendous power, a connection that will transform them both and make them the target of both human and otherworldly powers.About the Creators:New York Times bestselling and award-winning writer Marjorie Liu is best known for her fiction and comic books. She teaches comic book writing at MIT, and leads a class on Popular Fiction at the Voices of Our Nation (VONA) workshop. Ms. Liu's extensive work includes the bestselling "Astonishing X-Men" for Marvel Comics, which featured the gay wedding of X-Man Northstar and was subsequently nominated for a GLAAD Media Award for outstanding media images of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. Prior to writing full-time, Liu was a lawyer. She currently resides in Boston.Sana Takeda is an illustrator and comic book artist who was born in Niigata, and now resides in Tokyo, Japan. At age 20 she started out as a 3D CGI designer for SEGA, a Japanese video game company, and became a freelance artist when she was 25. She is still an artist, and has worked on titles such as "X-23" and "Ms. Marvel" for Marvel Comics, and is an illustrator for trading card games in Japan. Read more

Winner of the Samuel Eliot Morison Award for Naval LiteratureWinner of the Fraunces Tavern Museum Book AwardA Massachusetts Center for the Book "Must-Read"Finalist for the New England Society Book AwardFinalist for the Boston Authors Club Julia Ward Howe Book AwardSamuel Eliot Morison Book Award for Naval LiteratureNational Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) Excellence in American History Book AwardThe bestselling author of Black Flags, Blue Waters reclaims the daring freelance sailors who proved essential to the winning of the Revolutionary War. The heroic story of the founding of the U.S. Navy during the Revolution has been told many times, yet largely missing from maritime histories of America’s first war is the ragtag fleet of private vessels that truly revealed the new nation’s character—above all, its ambition and entrepreneurial ethos.In Rebels at Sea, best-selling historian Eric Jay Dolin corrects that significant omission, and contends that privateers, as they were called, were in fact critical to the American victory. Privateers were privately owned vessels, mostly refitted merchant ships, that were granted permission by the new government to seize British merchantmen and men of war. As Dolin stirringly demonstrates, at a time when the young Continental Navy numbered no more than about sixty vessels all told, privateers rushed to fill the gaps. Nearly 2,000 set sail over the course of the war, with tens of thousands of Americans serving on them and capturing some 1,800 British ships. Privateers came in all shapes and sizes, from twenty-five foot long whaleboats to full-rigged ships more than 100 feet long. Bristling with cannons, swivel guns, muskets, and pikes, they tormented their foes on the broad Atlantic and in bays and harbors on both sides of the ocean.The men who owned the ships, as well as their captains and crew, would divide the profits of a successful cruise—and suffer all the more if their ship was captured or sunk, with privateersmen facing hellish conditions on British prison hulks, where they were treated not as enemy combatants but as pirates. Some Americans viewed them similarly, as cynical opportunists whose only aim was loot. Yet Dolin shows that privateersmen were as patriotic as their fellow Americans, and moreover that they greatly contributed to the war’s success: diverting critical British resources to protecting their shipping, playing a key role in bringing France into the war on the side of the United States, providing much-needed supplies at home, and bolstering the new nation’s confidence that it might actually defeat the most powerful military force in the world.Creating an entirely new pantheon of Revolutionary heroes, Dolin reclaims such forgotten privateersmen as Captain Jonathan Haraden and Offin Boardman, putting their exploits, and sacrifices, at the very center of the conflict. Abounding in tales of daring maneuvers and deadly encounters, Rebels at Sea presents this nation’s first war as we have rarely seen it before. Read more

Dahmane published his first work before he was 20, including an extensive reportage on the suffering of animals in zoos. At the same time, he worked as a freelance portrait photographer for a range of French magazines, including L’Expansion, Capital, L’Express, Le Figaro, VSD, Closer, L’Usine Nouvelle and others. Several volumes of his nudes have been released, including Dahmane (bags), Dressed Nudes (Futami-Shobo), Dressed Nudes (Edition Skylight and La Musardine), Erotic Sessions (Edition Skylight and La Musardine) and Addicted to Nudes (Edition Skylight and La Musardine). His nude works have been published all over the world and exhibited in London, Paris, Rome and Los Angeles, among other places. Dahmane still lives in Paris, and continues to devote himself to photographing female nudes and doing portraits. He is represented by the Claude Lemand Gallery. Read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) serves as a powerful tool for enhancing communication and productivity across various fields. Professionals in marketing, sales, entrepreneurship, training, consulting, and freelance work can leverage AI to streamline their efforts and better engage with clients. Despite its potential, many individuals hesitate to adopt AI, fearing that it might compromise their authenticity or that learning to create effective prompts will be too challenging.The CRISPY™ framework provides a straightforward approach to crafting impactful prompts while preserving your unique voice. This model consists of six key components: Context, Role, Inspiration, Scope, Prohibitions, and You. These elements guide you in formulating prompts that facilitate engaging and meaningful interactions with AI.Understanding each part of the CRISPY™ model is essential for effective prompt writing. Context establishes the background for your request, helping the AI grasp the situation. Role specifies how you want the AI to respond—whether as a helpful assistant or an expert in a particular field. Inspiration focuses the AI on the main idea central to your inquiry, while Scope limits the discussion to relevant topics. Prohibitions clarify what subjects to avoid, ensuring authenticity in the conversation. Lastly, You encourages reflection on your own questions and objectives to refine your prompts and enhance clarity.This book offers practical strategies, real-life examples, and engaging exercises to make prompt writing accessible and enjoyable. With practice, you will gain confidence in your ability to communicate effectively with AI, all while maintaining your personal touch. By the end of your journey with the CRISPY™ model, you will be equipped to write prompts that effectively represent your voice, enhancing your communication skills and overall productivity. Are you ready to explore this exciting opportunity? Let’s get started. Read more