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Small Marine Craft Seamanship A Simplified Guide

About Small Marine Craft Seamanship A Simplified Guide

The “Small Marine Craft Seamanship: A Simplified Guide” is a budget-friendly and accessible option for beginners looking to get started with seamanship. It offers a more simplified and concise approach, which is more suitable for beginners who do not require the extensive detail provided by such as the professional-level US Coast Guard manual that tends to overwhelm beginners due to its depth and complexity.

Overall, for someone just starting out, the “Small Marine Craft Seamanship: A Simplified Guide” is the better choice as being more approachable for those new to seamanship.

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Velvet Vendetta

About Velvet Vendetta

What’s worse than having a drink dumped all over me on my birthday?
Sucker punching the guy that did it…
And then finding out he’s a dangerous Bratva boss.

I went to the Velvet Lounge to celebrate my 21st birthday,
and escape my father’s iron grip.
He secretly betrothed me to his client’s son…
Now I’m expected to marry him on my birthday!

Instead, I bumped into Andrey Belov.
Actually, he crashed into me,
spilling his sticky, sweet drink all over me.

He oozes confidence, power, and…danger.
Not to mention, he’s drop-dead gorgeous.
And he awakens a desire in me that I can’t control.

Andrey vows to protect me, even from myself.
But will he race to save me when I fall into the hands
of a dangerous stranger?
All my hope rests in the hands of this ruthless Bratva boss
who turned my world upside down…
And managed to put a baby in my belly.

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The Arrival, 55,500,000 B.C., Secrets of the Ancient World by M.G. Hawking and J. Wolfe Ph.D

About The Arrival, 55,500,000 B.C., Secrets of the Ancient World by M.G. Hawking and J. Wolfe Ph.D

Discover the realities behind legends of Antediluvian Civilizations and Ancient Extraterrestrial Influences. The creation stories of civilizations worldwide relate that their progenitors came from the stars or the heavens. This book explores these ancient traditions and reveals knowledge that for long millenniums has remained concealed under layers of legend and secrecy.
Contemporary research reveals a stunning antiquity of civilization on our planet as archaeology unearths buried civilizations and discovers long submerged cities. Previous academic theories of the origins of civilization have fallen forfeit to finds at archaeological sites :worldwide, including a stunning new discovery under the ice of the Antarctic Continent, structures estimated to have been constructed as early as 55,500,000 BC.
The evidence of exceedingly ancient civilizations raises profound questions. Archaeologists point out that many constructions—such as the Great Pyramid or the incredibly precise andesite stonework at Puma Punku—would even today be extremely difficult to duplicate, and certainly impossible to surpass. The whole theory of progress hesitates before these testaments in stone. How did small stone-age cultures rise to the level where they were able to construct vast cities and immense megalithic complexes?
The creation stories of civilizations worldwide relate that their progenitors came from the stars or the heavens. Native Americans recount that their antecedents were “The Sky People” and “Star Beings.” The builders of Teotihuacan describe their gods as having descended from the heavens. Egyptian texts speak of their “bringers of knowledge” coming from Sahu and Sopdit (Orion and Sirius) in a “cosmic egg radiating colored light,” circa 18,000 BC.
The pre-Tibetan Zhang Zhung tradition describes their “god” Gekhoe as having descended to earth in a “resplendent jeweled egg” while “radiating brilliant hues on father mountain and mother lake,” at which time “in the sky there appeared brilliant lights, melodious sounds in space, and many other wonderful occurrences,” circa 16,000 BC.
The Maya, the pre-Incans, the Sumerians, and so many others, all express the same account in diverse symbolic languages—their “gods” came from the stars, bringing advanced knowledge and the gift of civilization. These cultures were greatly separated both geographically and chronologically, yet their creation stories are strikingly similar and, in many cases, virtually identical. Who were these “gods”? From where did they come?
Explore answers to these questions and discover knowledge that has long been concealed in legends and secrecy. A truly incomparable book for anyone interested in enlarging their knowledge and personal power, and especially fascinating for anyone interested in the realities behind the ubiquitous legends of antediluvian civilizations and ancient extraterrestrial influences. 2022 Edition, e-reader page count 310 (estimated, actual count varies with the reading device used). For more information, please see the ‘Read sample’ feature on the book’s Amazon page. Thank you.

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Faraad by Elle Harper

About Faraad by Elle Harper

Former thief and Earthen rebel Kat Allan is used to being on her own. In fact, she prefers it that way, even on the alien planet upon which she and her four crewmates now reside. Other than her best friend Harper, Kat has managed to keep just about everyone at a distance. And it’s all for their own good, as far as she’s concerned.
But an alien male with a quick mind and a generous spirit puts her walls to the test and has her questioning just how much she wants to keep herself cut off from the possibility of friendship, and maybe more. Could she have love? A sense of belonging? And is she strong enough to take a chance on it?
Faraad is the second book in Elle Harper’s Izothian Chronicles alien romance series. If you like blue, sexy cinnamon roll heroes, feisty, yet vulnerable heroines, intergalactic war, and plenty of toe-curling sex, this is the book for you!

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1000 EXTREME Bible Names Word Search

About 1000 EXTREME Bible Names Word Search

Ready for a challenge that will test your biblical knowledge and patience? Our 1,000 EXTREME Bible Names Word Search is here to put your skills to the test! Search for names in every direction—Up, Down, Forward, Backward, and Diagonal. It’s a rewarding journey of faith and focus!

Brew your favorite coffee, grab your pencils and erasers, and dive into this divine puzzle. Remember, patience is a virtue and a fruit of the Holy Spirit, so keep calm and stay blessed, even if things get tricky. Enjoy the challenge, and may the Holy Spirit guide you!

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Taffy is Lost! by Karen R Lacy

About Taffy is Lost! by Karen R Lacy

Adorable little Taffy the giraffe finds herself in a quandary. As children follow this colorful and exciting picture book story, they’ll encounter a variety of animals of Africa. Young Taffy the giraffe seeks help from monkeys, a cheetah, lion, elephant, and others to find her mother. Ultimately, Taffy learns a lesson, to stay with her mother. While engrossed in this imaginative adventure, your children will be encouraged to listen to and appreciate their parents.

This reading experience will be unforgettable! Taffy is Lost! is part of the Karen R Lacy Children’s Book series. Your Amazon review is welcome!

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AVENGING ANGEL: Love and Death in Old Brooklyn by Charles S. Isaacs

About AVENGING ANGEL: Love and Death in Old Brooklyn by Charles S. Isaacs

First in a Series

A riveting tale of revenge, survival and redemption, wrapped around an unlikely love story and set against an urban backdrop corrupted by violence against women and racism.

Following a racially motivated gang-rape by Ku Klux Klansmen, 12-year-old Cassandra Monroe vows revenge. After eight years of training, now a strikingly beautiful assassin, she accomplishes her mission.

Her campaign continues with solitary walks through dark city streets, hoping to be assaulted by men with bad intentions. Those entrapped by her spider’s web pay dearly for their efforts.

Surrounded by three white men one night, she’s rescued by Mike Borelli, an Italian-American passerby. A stormy up-and-down relationship ensues. Ultimately, as her rage matures into purposeful action, and as he begins to see the world through her eyes, they become a team.

Along the way, they encounter serial killers, wife-beaters, actual and would-be rapists, gangsters, crooked cops, a kidnapper and a pedophile priest, as well as numerous women in desperate need of their help. Beneath all the action, though, is the blossoming of a most unusual love story.

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The Herd by Russell Bell

About The Herd by Russell Bell

Sixteen-year-old Susan kneels before the Temple steps whispering the sacred prayer…

We are the Herd, human servants to the immortal Akharu, Lords of the Night. The Akharu are our Kings. The Akharu are our Gods. We honor them with our hands. We worship them with our hearts. We nourish them with our blood.

She is preparing for the Branding, the sacred ceremony where the Akharu choose which humans will be allowed to stay in the Closure, and which will be taken away, never to return. As she stands and enters the Temple , Susan is confident that she’ll receive her brand. She’s devoted her life to the Akharu. They have to let her stay.

They have to…

Ryan, Susan’s fifteen-year-old brother, kneels behind her. He only mouths the prayers. The Akharu have already taken his older brother Trevor and now they may take his sister as well. He knows the danger in his thoughts, but he doesn’t care.

I want revenge…

This is the Kingdom of Larkspur, where the blood-thirsty Akharu rule from their marble palace high on the hill. Below them are the Blessed, the humans favored by the Akharu. They can be found in their huge mansions, living life as they please. The rest of the humans are confined to the Closure, where they exist only to serve the Blessed and feed the Akharu.

They are the Herd.

Susan’s worst fears come true as she becomes one of the Unworthy. Taken from the Closure, she finds herself in the Akharu palace as a “playmate” to the sadistic Princess Sifa. How long until the Princess tires of her? Susan knows she has to escape, but can she summon the strength to defy those who were once her Gods?

In his quest for vengeance, Ryan delves into the underworld of the Closure. As he searches for anyone he can trust among the thieves and rebels, Ryan discovers powers he never knew he had. What do these powers mean? Can he use them to save the Herd or is he becoming one of the Gods he hates?

The Herd, is an exciting new take on the vampire genre. It is an action-packed adventure that takes place in the feudal Kingdom of Larkspur, where horses and swords rule the day and the bloodthirsty Akharu reign at night.

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Velvet Vendetta

About Velvet Vendetta

What’s worse than having a drink dumped all over me on my birthday?
Sucker punching the guy that did it…
And then finding out he’s a dangerous Bratva boss.

I went to the Velvet Lounge to celebrate my 21st birthday,
and escape my father’s iron grip.
He secretly betrothed me to his client’s son…
Now I’m expected to marry him on my birthday!

Instead, I bumped into Andrey Belov.
Actually, he crashed into me,
spilling his sticky, sweet drink all over me.

He oozes confidence, power, and…danger.
Not to mention, he’s drop-dead gorgeous.
And he awakens a desire in me that I can’t control.

Andrey vows to protect me, even from myself.
But will he race to save me when I fall into the hands
of a dangerous stranger?
All my hope rests in the hands of this ruthless Bratva boss
who turned my world upside down…
And managed to put a baby in my belly.

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Fragments of Time by Jan Lloyd

Fragments of Time by Jan Lloyd

FRAGMENTS OF TIME

A Time Slip Love Story

A young soldier tells her it’s 1914 but she knows it’s 1964.

Jen’s life has taken a turn for the worse. It’s two years since her world came crashing down with the loss of her parents and her failure to get into medical school. She is now trapped in an abusive relationship.

Everything changes when she meets Tommy, a young soldier, at the old regimental church in Hamptonbury. Tommy insists the year is 1914 but Jen is adamant it’s 1964, Can they both be right?

As they navigate this time-crossed mystery, Jen finds solace and companionship in Tommy, who offers her a second chance at love. The relationship blossoms but Jen finds herself separated from Tommy by more than just time, and questioning his very existence. Bereft, alone, and fearing for her sanity, she is left at the mercy of her abusive, alcoholic husband, Mick.

Jen and Tommy’s love challenges the boundaries of time and reality.

Can it transcend decades and guard against the horrors of war and the complexities of domestic abuse?

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The Fall of Cadoria by Paul R Willson

The Fall of Cadoria by Paul R Willson

AFTER WAR COMES BETRAYAL

Once more, Prince Tyrran is summoned to defend his land against the menacing Empire of Thargoẑa. With his small army, he must make a stand at Heldwr Fort against the empire and its vain commander Chema of Gravia.

The battle is fierce and savage. The battlefield is ravaged by fire and death as the fate of the battle hangs in the balance. The walls of the fort bear witness to the loss of countless Thargoẑans. Yet for Prince Tyrran, this senseless carnage defies reason. Nothing leading up to the battle made sense, until an act of betrayal and treachery brings about the Cadorians’ downfall. Chema of Gravia lacked the cunning to orchestrate such the betrayal so who now leads the Thargoẑan army and who has supplanted Chema of Gravia as heir to the Thargoẑan throne?

As the defeated and bewildered Prince Tyrran comes face to face with the truth of his devastating betrayal, he is confronted with an agonising choice – betray his country or watch it burn.

Struggling to cope with his defeat, the despondent Prince Tyrran must uncover the identity of the traitor and deliver his vengeance.

His honour, as well as that of his country, demands retribution.

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Forever and Other Lies

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Can a fake romance turn ‘Not Even If He Was the Last Man on Earth’ into ‘He’s the One’? First, she’ll need to start believing in forever and true love.
It began as a lie and turned into so much more…
In the charming small town of Blythe Landing, rumors circulate as effortlessly as a summer breeze. With Jayna Sutton’s return, tongues are wagging once more, dubbing her ‘Jayna Date-and-Dash.’ While not entirely undeserved—she isn’t looking for her soulmate–the nickname is more annoying than accurate. It’s not her fault that every man she goes out with bores her to tears.
Enter Lance Roman, the dreamy new paramedic who’s recently become available. Her friends are settling down, maybe it’s time Jayna did the same. There’s just one problem—Lance is looking for a woman ready to commit, and he doubts Jayna can be that woman.
Cue Derek ‘Two-Date’ Brennan, Jayna’s first crush and heartbreak all rolled up in one far-too-attractive package. Now, that man’s nickname is accurate—he has the attention span of a hound dog with even lower morals.
His advice? Pretend to date some poor schmuck to prove Lance wrong.
Unfortunately, the only schmuck available for this ruse is Derek himself. Oh, the irony! The guy who turned her into a commitment-phobe will be the one to help her change. As distasteful as it is, she can at least have fun turning Derek’s life into a living hell while she fixes her own.

Fake dating Jayna Sutton—how did Derek end up here? With his career teetering on the edge of ruin, he needs a pretend girlfriend to save it. The infuriating and abrasive Jayna is the last person he’d choose. But desperate times call for desperate measures.
Falling for her, though, was not part of the plan. Nor was Jayna attracting the attention of a dangerous stalker. Now, Derek finds himself not only pretending to be her boyfriend but also fiercely protecting her from a threat he never saw coming.
First, he’ll do whatever it takes to keep her safe.
Then he’ll do whatever it takes to get over her.

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Alpha by Kat Kinney

About Alpha by Kat Kinney

Brody Caldwell, deputy sheriff and alpha of the Blood Moon, Texas pack, receives a phone call on the eve of a crucial summit between humans, shapeshifters and vampires. An assassination attempt has been made against the leader of the werewolf council. One of his brothers claims responsibility. After a series of attacks and increasing hostility from the council, Brody seeks out a former source to get answers—London Blake, the fierce and beautiful former alpha of the Austin, Texas pack.

Two years ago, London was exiled by the werewolf council for a crime she didn’t commit. With her pack subject to human rights violations and the council refusing to listen, London turns to Brody to help her gather the intelligence needed to clear her name.

Someone wants them silenced. Together they will have to race against the clock to discover who is behind the attacks before they derail the paranormal peace summit.

ALPHA is part of the Blood Moon, Texas Shifters series. Sizzling hot romance. Guaranteed HEA.

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Ikigai : and the Art of Keeping Your Dreams Alive

About Ikigai : and the Art of Keeping Your Dreams Alive

Do you ever have those days when life feels a little bleak and meaningless?

Have you ever wondered whether you want to continue doing what you’re doing for the rest of your life?

Where do you see yourself in your golden years… and will they really be “golden?”

Ikigai is a long-held Japanese philosophy that combines the art of enjoying life to its fullest and the science of living longer. Considered by many to be “the art of staying busy” or “the joy of having purpose,” this broad concept has been credited with helping people live longer, fuller lives.

In Ikigai and the Art of Keeping Your Dreams Alive, Maya Thoresen explores the concept of ikigai and how you can apply it to your life. With a series of easy-to-follow exercises, Thoresen invites readers of all ages to consider how they can not only extend their lives but enjoy them more fully as well.

If you have ever wondered:

What is the meaning of my life?
What can I do to enjoy my life more?
What does it take to live life to the fullest?

then you might want to start answering those questions today with the exercises provided in Ikigai and the Art of Keeping Your Dreams Alive by Maya Thoresen.

Not only will you learn what Ikigai is and the concepts it includes, but you’ll have the opportunity to reflect and apply them. The guided exercises in each chapter will help you focus on what’s important to you, and help you gain clarity and insight into your own reason for living.

In this fast-paced world, where mental health and physical well-being are challenged by burnout, information overload, and everyday busyness, Ikigai and the Art of Keeping Your Dreams Alive is a welcome oasis where readers can learn more about themselves and the life they hope to lead.

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What about our dreams? By Blessing Chivende

About What about our dreams? By Blessing Chivende

My story begins on the twenty fourth of March 2023 at Josiah Tungamirai Air force Base in Gweru. I was looking for a job and I never expected that I would meet the love of my life there. ‘She is so attracting, beautiful and mesmerizing. Her name is Cassie and I would want to spend the rest of my life with her.’ But, she left with all my answers during dark. She vanished whilst I had the question, ‘What about our dreams?’

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Parties With A Purpose: Exciting Ideas for Ward Activities by Dr. Trina Boice

About Parties With A Purpose: Exciting Ideas for Ward Activities by Dr. Trina Boice

Put Some Life into the Party!

If you are involved in organizing a ward outing or activity, this is the book for you! This wonderful collection of fun and uplifting activities is a must-have for any priesthood or auxiliary leader. The book covers a wide variety of topics, such as:

* Ward Traditions That Unite The Heart
* Funeral Potatoes And More: Feeding His Sheep
* Party Primer: Games That Mix And Mingle
* Family Matters: Keeping The Kids Happy & Safe
* Publicity 101
* Monthly themed ideas
* Decorations: The Silver Lining
* Website Resources
* Ice breakers

There are also chapters that provide ideas for every month of the year. Let this handy guide turn you into the “creative genius” at your ward or stake planning meetings!

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Living Sugar Free

About Living Sugar Free

These days, a lot of folks are starting to turn away from sugar in search of something more natural and less addictive. Yes, addictive. As it stands, millions of otherwise health conscious people are addicted to sugar and don’t even know it. In addition, a good portion of modern folks consider themselves sugar addicted but they are virtually unaware of how to permanently change that.

A quick trip to the grocery store to check out a few nutrition labels will probably surprise you. Nearly all pre-packaged foods have some sort of ingredient in them which is derived from sugar, and the remaining items contain ingredients that turn into sugar in the body. Avoiding sugar-filled foods might seem like an impossible task, but in reality it is not. Just ask a diabetic how simple and easy it is to completely stay away from sugary fares. There is actually a huge inventory of sugar free items out there.

This eBook is meant to provide you with useful information on why sugar is extremely harmful for your health. It also attempts to provide you with useful insight on how to get started with a sugar free life lifestyle along with 25 deliciously easy and tasty sugar free recipes that you can enjoy while steering clear from the dreadful effects of consuming too much sugar.

It can often be difficult to determine the types of foods that you are allowed to consume on a sugar detox, but this eBook takes all of the guesswork out of everything. If you are worried about the food tasting bland and horrible because of the lack of sweet, don’t. This book will provide you with delicious options to keep your sweet tooth tantalized.

So try hoping on to the Sugar Free Wagon today with some of these tasty recipes!

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Jesus, a True Rabbi, : and What It Means to Be His Disciple

About Jesus, a True Rabbi, : and What It Means to Be His Disciple

Embark on a revealing journey into the true identity of Jesus, a genuine Rabbi. This book will guide you on a fascinating journey toward understanding His true nature and invite you to embrace the path of discipleship. Get ready to discover and be transformed by His powerful legacy!

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