In a kingdom where duty reigns supreme, I, Prince James, have long hidden my true desires, yearning for a connection that feels impossible. Taken captive and made the king's slave, I never imagined I would find solace in the very man who commands my servitude.As King Septimus, a ruler of strength and compassion, begins to care for me in ways I’ve never known, everything changes. When he bathes me with tenderness, I feel seen for the first time—not just as a captive or a servant, bu...

e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...

In the enchanting collection, *The Santa's Great Treasure Chest: 450+ Christmas Novels, Tales, Carols & Legends,* readers are invited to embark on a literary journey through the multifaceted world of Christmas narratives. This anthology offers a kaleidoscope of stories, carols, and legends, skillfully encapsulating a range of emotions and experiences tied to the festive season. The compendium includes tales of joy, wonder, and reflection, with standout pieces that capture the essence of Ch...

The Most Wonderful Christmas Tales Of All Time is an exquisite anthology that captures the heartwarming essence and infinite diversity of storytelling inspired by the yuletide spirit. Encompassing a range of genres from classic drama to fairy tales and transformative narratives, this collection splendidly showcases tales that explore themes of generosity, hope, and the magic of Christmas. The eclectic array of stories speaks to the classical, romantic, and even modernist literary contexts,...

In this 2023 conversation with Justine Willis Toms, psychologist Lauren J. Oliver offers advice on how to start a circle of your own for honest, safe conversations and cooperation in a divisive world. She also provides examples of how to maintain integrity and mutual support in a circle: "You don’t need to go somewhere or pay someone to start your circle. You can do it yourself.”Lauren J Oliver, Ph.D. received her baccalaureate degree from Harvard University and her doctor...

Trauer ist ein unvermeidbarer Bestandteil des Lebens, mit dem jede:r mehr oder weniger konfrontiert wird. Sie hat auch unmittelbare Auswirkungen auf das Arbeitsumfeld. Deshalb braucht jedes Unternehmen eine Trauerkultur. Durch geeignete Maßnahmen können Unternehmen sicherstellen, dass sie gut auf solche Situationen vorbereitet sind und sowohl menschlich als auch organisatorisch angemessen reagieren. Die Autor:innen beleuchten vielfältige Themenfelder, die bisher nicht im Zusammenhang mit T...

Living Racism is based on the premise that race and racism are well-entrenched elements of US society. The contributors of this volume argue that race and racism are more than mere concepts; instead, they see and treat these as part of the fabric that constitutes and organizes everyday life. Consequently, race and racism are maintained through structures such as social institutions (e.g., schools, criminal justice system, media, etc.) and are carried by individual actors through racial ide...

This holiday, we are offering to you our own Christmas box - filled up to the top with the best Christmas novels, classics to read during holidays, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christm...

This winter, we are offering to you our own Christmas box – filled up to the top with the best Christmas novels, classics to read during holidays, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christma...

Step into the world of Willie Nelson, the iconic outlaw country music legend whose life and music have left an indelible mark on American culture. In this captivating exploration, journey through the highs and lows of Nelson's remarkable career, from his humble beginnings in Texas to becoming one of the most celebrated and enduring figures in music history. Discover the stories behind his timeless classics like 'On the Road Again' and 'Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain,' and delve into the rebe...

Der spanische Bestsellerautor Fernando Aramburu legt einen großen humanistischen Roman über einen Mann namens Toni vor. Toni ist ein Antiheld, der das Leben nicht liebt. Nur seinen Hund. Er fasst einen Entschluss: Er will allem ein Ende setzen. In genau 365 Tagen. Am 31. Juli beginnt das letzte Jahr, und dieser Roman hat 365 Kapitel, eins für jeden Tag. Die ersten Monate sind für Toni geprägt von Erinnerungen an seine Familie in der wechselhaften spanischen Geschichte, Beobachtungen seiner...

Carter County, Kentucky was blessed with an abundance of diverse natural resources, including timber, iron ore, coal, and limestone. During the Industrial Revolution one of its towns, Olive Hill, became the center of a 600 square mile hotbed of fireclay, a unique heat-resistant clay used to make firebricks. For decades, thousands of hard-working Olive Hillians dug, moulded, and fired that uncommon clay into hundreds of thousands of firebricks per day to line open hearth steel furnaces, loc...