Here's a modern version of the supposed mythic hero Odysseus, but not the good and likeable hero and champion you might know. Odie King is just out of prison and returning home, to a changed world where he doesn't fit in, try as he might. He's suffered so much, he's less concerned about the lives of others. Self-centered and opportunistic, he's a true trickster who gets payback for any slights. He tries to find a new, mostly normal life with his faithful wife Penny and son Marcus, but his ...

Start an amazing trip with "Trip to Orvieto," the best cheap travel guides for people traveling alone. Find out why this carefully written book is a must-have for anyone who likes to travel alone.Why Should You Pick "Trip to Orvieto"?Marvels of History: Learn about Orvieto's long history by visiting its fascinating sites, ruins from the past, and buildings from the Middle Ages. Find out about this city's history at your own pace.Cultural Tapestry: Get lost in Orviet...

NINE BOOKS FOR ONE GREAT PRICENine great crime stories to keep you up at night. Nine ways to be thrilled by nine award-winning and acclaimed crime fiction authors!Get to know each author and solve the mystery with their sleuths.TITLES INCLUDE the following crime fiction books by award-winning and notable authors interviewed on the Crime Cafe podcast:RUSSIAN ROULETTE by Austin CamachoAN ALL-CONSUMING FIRE by Donna Fletcher CrowSAVAGE NIGHTS by W...

In the late 1980s Tom Wilson a retired research and development engineer with US Steel Corporation designed a state-of-the-art image processing and computer analysis system using technology already employed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. In doing so he perfected a method (based solely on hte physics of light) that could extract information from materials and images that were beyond human visual capabilities. Tom could for example detect flaws in a steel plate. This accepted methodo...

Only ten days before Abraham Lincoln took the oath of office in 1861 the Confederate States of America seceded from the Union taking Federal agencies forts and arsenals within their territory. To make matters worse Lincoln who was elected by a plurality of the popular vote was viewed by his own advisors as nothing more than a gawky second-rate country lawyer with no leadership experience. What Lincoln did to become our most honored and revered president is history - but how he can help you ru...

Ex-con Zack Taylor is a man drifting through life, haunted and guilt-ridden from a past gunshot tragedy. When his friend dies in Maine of an apparent suicide, Zack is driven to pursue the truth. With only his wits and physical skills, he takes on life-threatening opponents. Despite finding a new love, his rage and ghosts drive him closer to the edge as he takes ever-greater risks with the law and his life.

So many writers are held back from writing and publishing due to irrational fears, which are then turned into excuses for not writing. This book helps you understand where those fears come from, and how to conquer them so you can freely write. Remedies are given for the most common excuses, and an extensive list of resources allow for further study.

"Phillips has a gift for making 19th-century history relevant for the 21st century . . . a marvelous way to think about our current policy woes." —Douglas Brinkley, New York Times-bestselling author of American MoonshotHow can President Lincoln's wisdom be applied to the most pressing conflicts of modern-day America? With a fresh and perceptive reading of Lincoln's own writings and speeches, bestselling author Donald T. Phillips reveals how Americ...

Here are five books combined into one big volume of stories, thirty tales in different genres. Strange new worlds and encounters with the unusual, in stories from light to dark. Some to make you laugh, some to make you think, and some to scare you. Dip into the Big Book for a taste of monsters, mayhem, myth, magic, and murder.Crime and MysteryScience FictionHorrorFables and FantasiesMagic Realism/Paranormal

Are you experiencing a rift with your partner? Do you believe that you are not receiving the respect you deserve? Have you noticed a decline in the quality of your conversations? If so, this book is right for you. The definitive manual for preserving the excitement and vitality of your relationship is The Art of Making Him Beg For Your Attention: An Essential Guide to Rekindling the Spark in Your Relationship. Authored by acclaimed relationship specialist Dr. Rosa T. Phillips, this book is...

"Sharks never sleep. You must be willing to do the hard work it takes to stay on top."With his trademark charm and eloquence, Greg Norman reveals the secrets behind his myriad achievements, tracing his journey from Queensland, Australia, to the World Golf Hall of Fame to chairman and CEO of a global business.Since the days in 1975 when he made thirtyeight dollars a week working as a trainee, Norman has won ninety-one professional tournaments around the world, inclu...

Feeling Lost in the Ashes of Life? Rekindle Your Inner Fire!Do you feel like your dreams have been extinguished by life's challenges? Are you facing hardship in your career, relationships, or simply the daily grind?"Embers of Resilience: A Journey into the Heart of Attitude" is the spark you need to reignite your inner fire. This powerful story follows Sarah, a woman trapped in a dystopian world, as she escapes a life-draining corporation and embarks on a thrilling journey ...