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Summer of ’68 by Elliot Lei

Summer of ’68 by Elliot Lei

In this first book in the Steve Kaufman Trilogy, it’s August, 1968 and the nation is divided, again, but not by party-it’s generation versus generation, over a war, politics, race and social class.

Steve, an affluent college student who with three friends are planning to avenge a dying uncle of one by stealing from a company in an attempt to commit the perfect crime at the perfect time, during the infamous Democratic Convention in Chicago.

But then in a summer school class Steve meets Lily, a working class girl who is part of the protest movement at the convention and who, along with the turmoil of the times, changes his life forever.

The three books in the trilogy are the story of one man’s life from college to retirement, coming of age, struggling with love, life, and death, shattered faith, and recovery.

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Hacked by the Don

About Hacked by the Don

I hacked the wrong billionaire, a lethal Mafia Don and was kidnapped.
Now I’m tied to his bed, obeying every command like I was made for it.
I was testing a new hacking software
when I tripped Dante DeLuca’s digital wire.
Silver-haired. Sinfully dangerous. Filthy rich.
He says I belong to him now.
His rules. His fortress.
My daughter and I, locked inside.
Work for him or vanish.
I had no choice.
When his eyes say I’m his to ruin,
I become undone,
and every reason to resist slips away.
The tension snaps.
The sheets burn.
And I melt for him,
aching, obedient, loving every filthy command.
When his fingers trace my curves, I forget the danger
and surrender to the wreckage he makes of me.
We fell hard.
We trusted deeper.
Then came the secret. Dark, personal, and tied to my daughter.
And now I’m terrified I let the devil into our lives and called it love.

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EVERYDAY HEALTH: SMALL STEPS, BIG CHANGE

About EVERYDAY HEALTH: SMALL STEPS, BIG CHANGE

In a world full of health fads and confusing advice, Everyday Health offers a refreshing, simple path to better living. Written by a medical doctor, this guide breaks down essential wellness topics like nutrition, physical activity, mental health, sleep, and more into small, practical steps you can actually stick to.
Whether you’re just starting your health journey or trying to get back on track, this book shows you how little changes can lead to big, lasting results. No diets. No pressure. Just smart, science backed strategies for a healthier, happier you.
If you’re ready to take control of your wellbeing without feeling overwhelmed, this book is for you.

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Book of Shadow

About Book of Shadow

Cursed the moment I fell in love with her.

While home in Raleigh for semester break, I didn’t expect my girlfriend, Alondra, to ask me for a favor: present my Book of Shadows to the leader of a satanic cult. She was looking for a new male witch for her coven. Of course, she knew it wouldn’t be me.

But when a curse took hold of our college campus—and the spirits I thought I’d left behind came back—I realized I couldn’t keep the book closed much longer.

Now something dark surrounds me. Is it the work of the wizard with the devilish goatee? Or is it a little girl possessed by something far worse?

I lit a dark shadow, and now I feel only confusion. Whatever this darkness is, it’s coming for Alondra, our family, and every witch in Hawthorne. NEW RELEASE on sale till 8/15

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Dinosaur Joke Book for Kids by Tim Zak

About Dinosaur Joke Book for Kids by Tim Zak

The biggest dinosaur joke book is the perfect gift idea you can share with friends and family for hours of laughing, great for kids from 5 to 105! Teacher and parent approved, you won’t have to worry about these dinosaur jokes because they are appropriate for kids of any age.

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Big-Boned: From Empty to Enough— The Heavy Truth About Breaking Free from Eating Disorders and My Love Affair with Food by Lauren Hankins

About Big-Boned: From Empty to Enough— The Heavy Truth About Breaking Free from Eating Disorders and My Love Affair with Food by Lauren Hankins

You were never too much. You were never not enough.

BIG-BONED is a raw, heartfelt memoir that lays bare the realities of eating disorders, body image struggles, and the messy, non-linear path to self-worth. With unflinching honesty and a touch of humor, Lauren Hankins shares her deeply personal journey—from childhood insecurities and diet culture traps to the exhausting cycle of binge eating, restriction, and self-loathing.

But this isn’t just a story about pain. It’s a story about breaking free.

Through relapses, revelations, and the slow climb toward healing, Lauren explores what it means to live in the gray—the space between perfection and collapse, where real growth happens. For anyone battling food, their body, or their inner critic, BIG-BONED is a lifeline. It’s a reminder that recovery is possible, that healing is messy, and that peace doesn’t come from control. It comes from letting go.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “too big” to be happy or “too broken” to heal, this book was written for you.

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The Second Coming: 2030

About The Second Coming: 2030

The Second Coming: 2030
A Prophetic Thriller for an Age of Collapse

With a foreword by Unoma Azuah

What happens when power meets prophecy in a world ruled by machines?

The year is 2030. The earth is dying—choked by profit, paralyzed by politics, and governed by algorithms too complex to question. And then, without warning, a man appears.

He is seen—simultaneously—in refugee camps, war rooms, slums, boardrooms, and broadcast towers. Untraceable. Uncontainable.

He speaks not with weapons, but with words that destabilize nations.
He walks not in robes, but in dust-covered sandals.
And to the most powerful people on earth, he delivers a choice:

Bow to the system.
Or break it wide open.

The Second Coming: 2030 is not just a novel. It is a mirror held to our age—part political thriller, part sacred provocation. With echoes of Orwell, scripture, and sci-fi, it dares to ask: What would truly happen if the world’s most dangerous revolutionary returned—this time, in the middle of a livestream?

For readers of Yuval Noah Harari, Margaret Atwood, and anyone who still believes a single voice can shake an empire.

This book is not safe.
It will be loved.
It will be hated.
But it will not be forgotten.

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Chasing Phantoms (Butterflies on the Net series) by Inna Tamir

About Chasing Phantoms (Butterflies on the Net series) by Inna Tamir

“Chasing Phantoms is an emotionally rich, genre-blending tale of love that defies logic, life, and even lifetimes. With luminous prose and unforgettable characters, it’s a story for romantics, mystics, and anyone who believes that some connections are written in the stars. I absolutely loved this story and I think it’s a must-read for fans of paranormal romance.”
—Miche Arendse, Readers’ Favorite

Who among us hasn’t had an “Adrian” in their life? That black- / green- / blue-eyed guy you just couldn’t get out of your head? Because that’s how unrequited love works…
They usually stay in our past. A distant dream. An unfulfilled fantasy.

But what happens when they don’t?

Vera wasn’t looking for a flatmate, but when she saw this flatmate, her plans changed.
She was sure it was fate. What else could’ve led her to his door at that late hour?
Now, she thought, it was just a matter of time—until she finally won his heart.

Little did she know…

Obstacles had never stopped Vera before.
Working with extraterrestrials. Arguing with spirits. Visiting past lives.
Her world was too full of miracles to believe anything was impossible.

But what happens when the obstacles are gone?
When everything comes down to one choice—
Her chance to be happy… or his?

A time- and space-crossing love story that dances on the thin line between what is possible—and what most people believe isn’t.

Free from August 7 to 10—for anyone who’s ever been drawn to something they couldn’t quite explain. Open the first page and let the magic in!

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The Selling Checklist: How to Boost Sales Conversions, Build Customer Trust, and Turn Meetings Into Money by Andrew Goldberg

About The Selling Checklist: How to Boost Sales Conversions, Build Customer Trust, and Turn Meetings Into Money by Andrew Goldberg

The Step-by-Step Sales System That Actually Works—No Gimmicks, No Guesswork, Just Results.

Are you tired of leaving sales meetings feeling defeated, disorganized, or unsure of what went wrong?
Do you know your product adds real value—but still struggle to close the deal?

The Selling Checklist is your no-fluff, easy-to-follow playbook for mastering the fundamentals of successful selling. Built from years of real-world experience and tested across hundreds of business coaching clients, this practical guide delivers the ultimate system to increase your conversion rate, build lasting client relationships, and sell with confidence—even if you’ve been struggling for months.

In this powerful pocket companion, award-winning ActionCOACH business coach Andrew Goldberg breaks down the essential components of a winning sales conversation into 18 actionable checkpoints you can start using immediately.
Inside, you’ll learn how to:
– Lead sales conversations with purpose, clarity, and confidence
– Ask powerful questions that uncover real customer needs
– Handle objections like a pro (without resorting to pressure or price cuts)
– Build rapport, gain trust, and close deals without sounding “salesy”
– Use a repeatable script system that you can tailor and master

Whether you’re a seasoned salesperson, small business owner, or just getting started, The Selling Checklist gives you the structure and mindset to finally stop winging it—and start winning consistently.

If you’re ready to stop hoping for better results and start building a system that delivers them, this is your checklist.

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Off The Draw by K.L. Avery

About Off The Draw by K.L. Avery

Dive into the fast-paced, high-stakes world of Division 1 women’s lacrosse where the pressure to perform on the field is only rivaled by the turmoil of the heart.

Freshman Dani Rivera has always played it safe: focused on lacrosse, grades, and staying under the radar. But everything changes the moment she locks eyes with Bri Chambers, the team’s confident and fiercely talented midfielder. Bri is everything Dani isn’t bold, unapologetic, and impossible to ignore.

As the season heats up, so do the sparks between them. They navigate secret glances, stolen moments in empty locker rooms, and the messy, thrilling confusion of falling for a teammate when everyone expects you to just play the game. Dani struggles to come to terms with her feelings in a world that doesn’t always welcome who she truly is, while Bri wrestles with her own fears of vulnerability.

Off the Draw is a spicy, emotional journey about first love, identity, and finding courage both on and off the field. Expect steamy scenes, heartfelt moments, and the messy, beautiful chaos of discovering who you are and who you want to be.

For a limited time, the first book in this sapphic college romance series is available free to download, making it the perfect chance to start a fresh, addictive read you can finish in one sitting.

Whether you’re a fan of slow-burn romance, sports drama, or queer love stories with heat and heart, Off the Draw promises to deliver a passionate story you won’t want to put down.

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Life Through The Eyes Of A Microbe by Raimonds Simanis

Life Through The Eyes Of A Microbe by Raimonds Simanis

This book is about UNDERSTANDING and SURVIVING VIRUS and other infections.
WHAT WOULD A MICROBE TELL HUMANS IF WE COULD HEAR IT SPEAK?
Would it be good to know HOW MICROBES CAN HELP YOU TO SURVIVE AND THRIVE today and in the future?
What if microbes BRIEFLY AND EASILY could explain to you how they see the world and UNCOVER SECRETS OF LIFE?

Archaeon AMi and bacterium BaMi are talking to Joe, a human. They are not only talking but HELPING HIM SURVIVE.
SURVIVE coronavirus and three other infectious diseases that come his way. They are so severe that Joe comes very close to death.
Is he fortunate enough to survive? Is the knowledge and EXPERIENCE OF DOCTORS and the ‘magic’ of his wife Linda’s microbiome enough to save him?
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!

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The Alpha Protocol: A Sci-Fi LitRPG Adventure: Symphony, Book 1 by J. D. Mullenary Sr.

The Alpha Protocol: A Sci-Fi LitRPG Adventure: Symphony, Book 1 by J. D. Mullenary Sr.

Finding himself suddenly teleported to a new dimension, a former English teacher becomes the god of a world of his own making, in this portal fantasy.

Fresh off a break-up and now unemployed, veteran and former high school English teacher Walker Reed is ready to succumb to a grim and hopeless depression. But when an enigmatic stranger stops him in the street, he’s suddenly hurled into another dimension.

There, Walker gets to build his own world from scratch following the Alpha Protocol, which invites special individuals from across the universe to become “Creators”—generating everything from their own land masses and celestial bodies to a comprehensive, recorded religion.

With the help of his robotic assistant, Virgil—who happens to be a four-foot-tall squirrel—Walker sets about building out his geography, evolutionary systems, and creatures. But it’s not like playing in a sandbox, and he quickly realizes his creations can have world-ending consequences. Not to mention the creators are regularly pitted against one another in the Creator Wars . . .

As if all that weren’t bad enough, if Walker can’t complete the Alpha Protocol, he’ll be sent back to his previous reality, which has only gotten darker. As he unlocks new systems and paths, can he balance his desire to be a peaceful, benevolent, and ethical god? Or will everything devolve into chaos?

The first volume of the hit LitRPG adventure series—with more than a million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!

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Family Home Evening and Sunday Lessons for Kids: Topics from A to Z By Dr. Trina Boice

About Family Home Evening and Sunday Lessons for Kids: Topics from A to Z By Dr. Trina Boice

This engaging and practical resource offers a full year’s worth of family home evening and Sunday gospel lessons, organized from A to Z for easy planning and variety. Designed especially for families with children, the book provides simple, meaningful lessons that help teach gospel principles in a way kids can understand and enjoy. Each topic includes a clear objective, a spiritual message, scriptures, fun activities, and discussion prompts to encourage participation and application.
Whether you’re a busy parent, a Primary teacher, or just looking to bring more spiritual structure to your home, this book makes it easier to teach children about faith, values, and the teachings of Jesus Christ. With creative ideas and ready-to-use outlines, it supports families in building stronger relationships with each other and with God—one lesson at a time.

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Reclaim Your Emotional Power

About Reclaim Your Emotional Power

Stop Reacting—Start Responding.
Reclaim Your Emotional Power is your practical guide to mastering emotions, building resilience, and living with purpose. Through real-life examples, proven techniques, and actionable exercises, this book helps you develop emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and inner calm—no fluff, no hype. Learn to manage triggers, regulate intense feelings, and communicate with clarity, even under pressure. Whether you’re facing stress, relationship challenges, or personal doubts, this book offers a step-by-step path to emotional growth and lasting change. Written for everyday people—not psychologists—it empowers you to break free from emotional habits, heal hidden wounds, and create a life that reflects your deepest values.Transform how you think, feel, and connect—starting today.

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Mountain Man Ramsey by Elli Marsh

About Mountain Man Ramsey by Elli Marsh

Welcome to Ashwood, New Hampshire, where Midwestern sweethearts on the run and protective construction workers are a match made in the mountains.

Ramsey
She was blown into my life on the winds of change.
All I wanted was to help her out of a tough situation, falling for her wasn’t in my plan.
I live a solitary life with no room for a woman like her in it, a woman who can’t stay.
Yet the thought of her walking out the door makes coming home to an empty house unbearable.
She’s perfect in every imaginable way.
And someone as perfect as her deserves to be protected at any cost.

Delia
I snuck out in the middle of the night, knowing things would only get worse.
He’s following me, I can feel his presence in my rearview, but Ashwood feels safe to me.
I didn’t come here looking for love, only the security the familiar mountains provide.
A chance encounter with a sweet brute of a man changes everything.
Every step I take is a delicate dance between hope and fear, balanced on the dream of a better life.
I see the future in Ramsey’s eyes, but will my past find me before he sees it in mine?

Spicy
Instalove
“Who did this to you?”
Protected
Woman on the run
Sweetheart FMC
Blue collar
DV representation

Mountain Man Ramsey is a steamy, one night to forever, forced proximity, cinnamon roll mountain man/curvy girl novella with a guaranteed HEA intended to be devoured in an hour. Best enjoyed on a comfy couch with a view and a plate of creamy alfredo.

Each book in the series can be read as a standalone but once you pop, you can’t stop. More Ashwood Construction Mountain Men are waiting to make your wildest fantasies come true.

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Building the Space Infrastructure: Developing the Cis-Lunar Neighborhood by Alastair Browne

About Building the Space Infrastructure: Developing the Cis-Lunar Neighborhood by Alastair Browne

The future of humanity is beyond Earth—are we ready to build it?
Space is no longer just for astronauts. It’s time to industrialize, settle, and mine the final frontier.

In Building the Space Infrastructure, space development expert Alastair S. Browne lays out a step-by-step roadmap for expanding human civilization beyond low Earth orbit. With industries and governments already planning Moon bases and asteroid mining, this book explores how we can safely and efficiently build the infrastructure necessary for space travel, manufacturing, and long-term settlement.

With an M.S. in Space Studies and years of experience in space policy and development, Alastair S Browne has dedicated his career to analyzing how humanity can thrive beyond Earth. As the co-author of Cosmic Careers, he brings a practical, solutions-based approach to the challenges of space expansion.

In this book, you will:
– Discover what’s needed to make space travel safe and sustainable.
– Understand the dangers of space and how to mitigate them.
– Explore clean energy alternatives powered by space resources.
– Learn how to industrialize and settle space for long-term human presence.
– Uncover the Moon and Near-Earth Asteroids’ untapped wealth and potential.

Building the Space Infrastructure is a bold vision for the next era of human civilization. The future is waiting—are you ready to take the first step?

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WHISPERS CARRIED BY BONES: FOLK HORROR THAT REFUSES TO DIE

About WHISPERS CARRIED BY BONES: FOLK HORROR THAT REFUSES TO DIE

Whispers Carried by Bones is a collection of dark folklore and forgotten stories — unsettling, intimate, and steeped in silence. Each piece is a fragment of something older. Something that should have been left behind.

This is a book for quiet rooms. For nights when the wind doesn’t move. For readers who understand that some stories don’t wait to be told — they return.

These stories don’t scream. They linger. They hum at the edges of memory. They come from lands where grief is practiced like a tradition, and silence holds more weight than words. There are no heroes here. No answers. Only voices — half-remembered, half-invited — that return when called, even by accident.

If you choose to read this book, read it slowly. Read it in the light.

And above all… be careful what you carry with you when you leave.

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Mediterranean DASH Diet Cookbook by Sirena Benson

About Mediterranean DASH Diet Cookbook by Sirena Benson

Explore over 100 thoroughly tested, flavor-packed recipes inspired by the vibrant cuisines of Greece, Italy, Spain, France, and the Middle East — all adapted to meet the low-sodium, nu-trient-rich guidelines of the DASH diet.
Designed for real kitchens and busy schedules, every recipe comes with clear step-by-step instructions, making this book ideal for beginners. At the same time, creative flavor pairings, non-basic meal ideas, and pro cooking tips will inspire even seasoned home cooks.
This cookbook also includes:
– A structured, calorie-balanced 4-week meal plan for weight management (1,700–1,800 kcal/day)
– Weekly grocery shopping lists organized by food category
– Nutritional breakdowns for every recipe
– Diet-friendly labels: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
– Full-color photos for every major dish
– Mediterranean Perfect Plate guidance for effortless meal composition
– Ingredient quantities provided in both U.S. and metric units for readers in the US, UK, and Europe
Whether you’re looking to lower blood pressure, manage weight, or simply eat smarter — this book gives you everything you need to succeed, one satisfying dish at a time.

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Arcbeasts: The Arcane Bond

About Arcbeasts: The Arcane Bond

Kael Emberling didn’t choose the fire. It chose her.
In a tech-fantasy future where every sixteen-year-old is bonded to a sentient creature known as an Arcbeast, Kael’s turn was supposed to be simple. But when her bond triggers a forbidden Thoughtbinder-class Arcbeast named Nyx—an ancient being thought extinct—everything spirals out of control.
Now labeled a threat to the system and hunted by those sworn to protect it, Kael is forced to question everything: the history of the Arcbeasts, the truth behind her own bond, and the dark memories that begin to rise from deep within Nyx.
As rival students, corrupt mentors, and secret factions close in, Kael must decide whether to run from what she’s becoming… or embrace the power that was never meant to be awakened.
In a world of control, Kael is chaos.
And chaos remembers.

Perfect for fans of Eragon, Fourth Wing, and Shadow and Bone, Arcbeasts: The Arcane Bond is a soaring sci-fi fantasy epic of elemental war, forbidden bonds, and the girl who learns the world doesn’t need a crown.
It needs a fire that won’t go out.

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Architects Of Opportunity : A Playbook On How To Create Meaningful Impact Around Us

About Architects Of Opportunity : A Playbook On How To Create Meaningful Impact Around Us

Manish Bundhun, Chief People Executive at the Rogers Group based in Mauritius, is back again to share how corporate leaders and HR managers can help create discerning Architects of Opportunity (AOs) in their opportunistic organizations and teams.

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