Who was George Pickingill—and why does his name continue to spark debate more than a century after his death?The Pickingill Papers brings together the controversial writings and historical research surrounding George Pickingill (1816–1909), the enigmatic cunning man from Essex whose alleged influence on modern Witchcraft has fascinated and divided practitioners, historians, and occult scholars alike.According to the claims examined...

101 Most Horrible Tortures In History misses out all the boring stuff and gets straight to the very sharp point, the weird, bizarre and even a bit of the gore! Often when learning history at school, we'd all squirm in our chairs at hearing about the odd bit of torture or terrible execution but on the inside a bit of us loved it.This book covers some of the craziest tortures that humans have inflicted on each other over the last 6,000 years from every corner of the world. Whether yo...

“The New York Times bestseller from the baddest man on the planet—with photos and a brand new chapter.Chuck Liddell is the face of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and superstar of Mixed Martial Arts -- the fastest growing sport in America. In 1998, he won his first Mixed Martial Arts fight, soon after joining the UFC to become the #1 ranked light-heavyweight contender in the world. He is a walking lethal weapon.Here, for the first time, is the ...

A haunting psychological horror story that blurs the line between humanity and hollow perfection.After a botched surgery leaves medical resident Tavish Calloway reeling with guilt and migraines, he stumbles into a strange alleyway pharmacy offering a mysterious remedy — one that promises clarity... but at a terrible cost.When Tavish takes the unmarked pills, his world begins to unravel. His reflection lags behind, strangers move like marionettes, and invisible strings tug a...

Lila Clarke has spent the last decade running from her past, burying her grief and guilt beneath the quiet isolation of her night shifts at a forgotten library. But when she begins hearing the faint, unmistakable voice of her younger sister Emily—a voice that has been silenced for ten long years—Lila’s carefully constructed world begins to unravel. Haunted by the memories of the day she lost Emily, Lila is forced to confront the dark truth she’s been avoiding for so long.Guided by ...

In the world above the clouds, freedom isn't given—it's fought for.Captain Mort and the crew of the Nebula Nomad have spent years navigating the perilous skies, hunted by the ruthless syndicate that controls the floating cities and skyports. Their livelihood? Harvesting cloud vapor to sell on the black market, outmaneuvering enemies, and always staying one step ahead of those who want them dead. But when Mort steals a valuable syndicate ledger, he unwittingly ignites a chain of eve...

"Of course we can! As long as we have a plan!" How many times has your child asked, "Can I do this? Can I go here? Can you buy this for me?" Alina's mom, Queen Bumble, knows the importance of a plan. Join Alina, the Super Saver, and other bees as she learns the value of saving.

Your best friend and her boyfriend ask you to join their D/s dynamic. Do you end up top or bottom?Running late for class changed Julia's life forever. An accidental moment of voyeurism has led to Julia's latex-clad body on her knees, ready to serve her new Master and Mistress. Cum along for the ride as Julia learns all about the world of submission with her best friend to guide her into all things latex, spit, and degradation within a D/S/s dynamic.

The PromiseBook One in the Timeless TrilogyBen Milburn thinks that he has met the girl of his dreams. Samantha Cusack is definitely the one. The day that they find out they are going to have a family together should be the happiest day of their lives, but it turns into their biggest nightmare.Ben gives his life to save that of the woman he loves but instead of the end, this is only the beginning. Unwilling to stay in Heaven and leave Sam to struggle on her own with ...

In the gentle rhythm of each step lies the transformative power to nurture, strengthen, and empower. Welcome to "Walking Through Motherhood: A Journey of Strength, Wellness, and Joy." In this compelling and heartfelt guide, we invite you to embark on a journey of discovery, resilience, and boundless possibility.Step into the world of pregnancy and motherhood with confidence and grace as we unveil the secrets of walking exercise to support your physical, emotional, and spiritual wel...

This book is about the youth, schools, places, and ideas that significantly deepen my life. It examines insights, philosophies, and observations that I read, question, seriously investigate, and live.The students in the classroom can be natural inquirers who through connections they discover make sense of the world and the things and ideas they pursue and question. These students, just as humankind from its beginning journey and exploration, use a fundamental approach to observe, i...

Geared towards children ages 6-12, the Taru Books series, of which this is the first one, intends to teach children how to deal with life situations without resorting to violence. From the life experiences of a little boy and his stuffed pet elephant, Taru, children will learn that prayer and having faith in God are two of life's best intervention tools.In a lighthearted way, the author introduces the characters of Joshua and Taru. He plans to share many more life circumstances tha...