“No one will suspect a young girl like you of being a resistance fighter,” Erica said the day she had arrived to recruit Frankie. “You’ll be able to make a real difference.”Frankie’s mother had reluctantly agreed."What is required of you won't be easy," warned Erica. "You'll hate yourself if you do it."***This is the first standalone story in the dystopian series "The Chronicles of Akeratu".No matter how bleak and violent the future looks, humanity s...

'A well-crafted and brilliantly suspenseful novel that kept me guessing until the end.' Jo BartlettMia is telling me a story. It’s about a princess, who lives on a street just like ours. I’m distracted for a moment by her little hand softly slipping into mine. My daughter. My angel.But then she says something that snaps me back to reality. She says that there’s an old lady who’s a queen, and who’s kind. Except that she doesn’t treat the princess well. She...

Five-time Edgar winner and MWA Grand Master Lawrence Block write a monthly column for Writers Digest Magazine for fourteen years. The Liar's Bible consists of previously uncollected columns, chosen to illuminate the often dimly-lit path of the writer of fiction.Here's what one reviewer said on Goodreads:"I am fascinated by the creative process and there are few excellent examples of this that I have found – there is Koestler’s The Act of Creation insightful in a general way...

Nineteen-year-old Libby Lawrence is good at pretending. Problem is, she's not entirely sure how to stop. Which is good for her role in the campus production of "Much Ado About Nothing" ... but poses problems in her personal life. Especially when the list of things she can't admit to, even to her best friend Ella, starts to build. Losing her virginity to the too-charming director of her uni theatre group (just before he ran off with the group's money) is only the start. There's also an unco...

How to be Richer and RejoicingBYDr. LAWRENCE Emwosa OSIFOIntroductions:How is Life?Life is defined as “Living in Fruitfulness Eternally”. Living without fruitfulness is just existence. A tree without fruits attracts no one. Wealth has colossal power of attractions. A “Really wealthy” “LIFE”; is Rich with contentment; true Peace; and has Rejoicing in abundance; being able to afford that which money cannot provide. Although money is a very powerful age...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Allergy relief is a practical and easy-to-understand guide designed to help readers better understand allergies and learn simple ways to manage them in daily life. Millions of people experience allergies caused by pollen, dust, food, pet dander, and environmental triggers. This book explains what allergies are, why they occur, and how everyday habits can help reduce symptoms.The guide focuses on natural lifestyl...

Kant’s doctrine of the Highest Good is among the most perplexing and controversial aspects of his practical philosophy. There is widespread disagreement about exactly what the Highest Good is, how Kant argues for it, and what function it is supposed to fulfill. The Highest Good is also situated at the nexus of some of the most acrimonious disputes within Kant scholarship.This book is the first comprehensive, English-language interpretation of the Highest Good’s internal structure, ...

D. H. Lawrence's "John Thomas and Lady Jane" is an intriguing exploration of human sexuality, identity, and the complexities of love. Written in the early 20th century, the novella employs a candid and sometimes provocative literary style, characterized by Lawrence's poetic prose and psychological depth. The narrative unfolds as an intimate discourse on passion and eroticism, intertwined with themes of social constraint and individual desire. Through the experiences of the titular characte...

In "The Magic of the Horse-shoe, with other folk-lore notes," Robert Means Lawrence delves into the rich tapestry of folk traditions and superstitions surrounding the horse-shoe, a symbol of luck and protection throughout various cultures. The book is articulated in a lyrical, yet scholarly style, combining anecdotal narratives with meticulous research, making it both accessible and enlightening. Lawrence situates the horse-shoe within the broader context of American folk culture, explorin...

Why the tools of philosophy offer a powerful antidote to today’s epidemic of irrationalityThere is an epidemic of bad thinking in the world today. An alarming number of people are embracing crazy, even dangerous ideas. They believe that vaccinations cause autism. They reject the scientific consensus on climate change as a “hoax.” And they blame the spread of COVID-19 on the 5G network or a Chinese cabal. Worse, bad thinking drives bad acting—it even inspired a mob ...

Living well is a daily exercise that very often depends on your ability and personal attitude to face life with the right energy and vitality. A positive attitude and a healthy and balanced lifestyle not only contribute to increase the quality of our days greatly, but it also helps us to feel good and calm with ourselves.Who lives well? Do you want to enjoy life? Know the secrets to get the most out of your existence? Mark the difference!The importance of living slowly...

It was August 1964 when Congress overwhelmingly passed the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution that President Johnson eagerly signed into law. In essence, it was an unofficial declaration of war against North Vietnam, carte blanche, without any checks or balances. It was the beginning of America’s deep dive into a quagmire that would be catastrophic, resulting in an enormous loss of lifeblood and treasure.In a fascinating chronicling of the history of the Vietnam war and his personal experie...