Big Belly? High Body Mass Index? High Blood Pressure? If this sounds like you, you may be one of the millions of North Americans with Metabolic Syndrome. Predicted by medical experts as the likely number one risk factor for heart disease, Metabolic Syndrome, or MSX, describes a constellation of conditions, including those mentioned above, of which the body's resistance to insulin is a primary feature. A byproduct of obesity, 25 percent of the adult U.S. population is now estimated to have ...

The Third Sentence is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the hidden punishments faced by formerly incarcerated individuals long after their official sentences end. Through compelling analysis, real-world insight, and deeply human storytelling, Dr. Karlene P. Blackman examines how stigma, systemic discrimination, housing insecurity, educational inequality, mental health neglect, and institutional barriers continue to shape the lives of returning citizens.From the school...

Life A Yard & Life Abroad is a heartfelt memoir that takes readers on a powerful journey from the warmth and culture of Jamaica to the realities of building a life beyond home. Through honest and vivid storytelling, Karlene Spence shares memories of growing up as the youngest of ten children in a disciplined, faith-filled household where family, resilience, and community shaped every lesson of life.From childhood adventures and school-day struggles to unforgettable friendships, fami...

Operation Date with DestinyJohnny Tupperoni; US Marine and infamous ladies’ man has found himself naked and tied to a bed with no memory of how he got there! The one thing he does remember is the sassy woman in the red satin dress with angel wings tattooed across her back.Destiny is a desperate woman. Her younger brother’s been abducted and she knows exactly who has him. She’ll do anything to get him back—even kidnap the one man with the experience to pull off her dangerous...

Explores mythological, legendary, archaeological, and historical evidence of women in a military setting. Women and Warfare in the Ancient World presents a broad view of women and female figures involved in war in the ancient world, incorporating mythological, legendary, archaeological, and historical evidence for women in a military setting. Within this context are found not only fighters but also strategists, trainers, and leaders who may not have been on the actual battlefield. Explorin...

The goal of this E-Book is to give you the tools you will need to recreate your lifestyle. This is a weight loss program with both a practical and holistic approach with women in mind. I will first address your mental readiness, and getting you prepared in your mind for weight loss. I will then take you through developing your new lifestyle step by step. After all, you are training for life- and this is not a diet program. This is getting you to achieve the body and health you deserve, an...

Winner of the VanCity Book Prize, Unruly Women: The Politics of Confinement & Resistance is the seminal book about women’s imprisonment that helped spark examinations around the world into the special circumstances women face in prison, as well as the sex and gender crimes that get them there. Most women who are incarcerated do not pose a danger to society but transgress patriarchal, capitalist norms that seek to control their bodies and choices, as seen in the case of prostitution and pro...

This Kitchen is for DancingReal Food, Pure Flavor and plenty of day-by-day enjoyment!With this long-awaited book, nutritionist Karlene Karst has created the busy woman’s guide to healthy eating! Featuring over 100 recipes, “This Kitchen is for Dancing” shares Karlene’s journey toward healthier living through nutrient-packed, never-complicated menus that simply refuse to skimp on flavor. Too busy to cook? Don’t know where to start? Can’t figure out how to keep...

Mikos is slowly recovering from heartbreak after losing Dani to Jake Russo, his brother's closest companion. He spends his evenings trying to mend his broken heart by hooking up with random women at Eklypse. However, his life takes a sudden turn when he spots a stunning girl at the bar. Despite his attempts to connect with her, she blew him off. To his astonishment, the next day, the same beauty was present in his brother's living room.Daisy-Mae has just arrived in the United State...

Dallas Hollingsworth thought she had met the man of her dreams until her life came crashing down one night. Devastated, she moved to New York City in pursuit of a new beginning. But when sparks fly with Franco, a blue-collar firefighter with a tight budget, the rich beauty queen wonders if she can overcome her differences and find love again. Set in the bustling streets of New York City, Dallas, and Franco are two people from different worlds, but are both determined to make their relation...

He wasn't perfect.But he never stopped fighting to survive.I'm Not Mr. Perfect! is an honest, deeply personal memoir of love, hardship, redemption, and resilience.Born into poverty, raised in an alcoholic home, bullied, beaten down, and told he would "never amount to anything," Harry's life could have followed a very different path. Instead, he fought - for survival, for dignity, for love, and ultimately for redemption.From:

Once upon a time, there was a fairy tale. It was very short. Because most fairy tales are.In this collection of micro-fiction, castles become Airbnbs, knights discover therapy, and princesses learn to stay single. Each story is complete in three lines - and sharper than it looks.From the debut voice of Karlene Kerr, Extremely Short Fairy Tales is a tiny book with teeth. It begins with "Once upon a time" and ends where all good fairy tales do - with the truth.