A triumphant, cross-generational exploration of Black joy and resilience.Remember frolicking outside during the long, jubilant days of summer? This vibrant collection invites listeners to breathe deeply and return to that “carefree” season. From riding bikes with friends through the neighborhood, to hopping the ferry to Boblo Island, catching catfish along the river, dancing on warm nights to Afrobeats and jazz music, and cooling off in the Swimmobile, those sun-dr...

There's nothing like trauma to bring two people together. That's exactly what happened to Lee-Won and Caesar after surviving both a sniper attack and being trapped in a cabin in the middle of a harsh Russian winter. But as the two bond and develop a more physical relationship, Lee-Won's past catches up to him.Secrets are unearthed, and it may result in Lee-Won leading a rival mafia gang into going head-to-head against Caesar.

One night of passion. A forgotten bond. A secret child.After spending a sensual night with famous movie star Chase C. Miller, Josh Bailey fled with something more than just the memories of their heated encounter. Chase, on the other hand, recalls little of the night save for the desperate gasps of the faceless omega he took.Years later, Josh finds himself in dire need of money and takes on a job as Chase's bodyguard, where the actor's mercurial personality ...

Securing AI Using Zero Trust PrinciplesStrategic Guidance for Defending AI Systems in a Rapidly Evolving Threat LandscapeArtificial intelligence is reshaping industries, driving innovation in critical sectors such as healthcare, finance, energy, and government. Yet, as organizations integrate AI into business operations, they inherit new risks, many of which conventional security models fail to address. Adversaries are weaponizing AI to automate re...

An unrequited love. An ultimatum. An undeniable temptation.Yeonwoo Seo was the reserved omega secretary of Keith Knight Pittman, a libertine alpha from a powerful family in America. Despite having to put up with Keith's temper, roster of lovers, and unpleasant acquaintances, Yeonwoo remained loyal for one simple reason: he was in love with Keith.However, while on the job one night, Yeonwoo finds himself trapped in an orgy full of hyper-dominant alphas disgu...

A burgeoning hope. A brutal realization. A hardened heart.In the heat of the moment, Yeonwoo confessed his love. Instead of the disgust and reproach he expected to receive, however, Keith responded with quiet tenderness. As a result, their relationship deepens… but not all that glitters is gold.When Yeonwoo falls ill, their passionate encounters come to a temporary stop, leading to a heartbreaking discovery regarding Keith's true feelings. Hurt over the man...

Drawing on his more than forty years of sales experience, master motivator Zig Ziglar provides a wealth of inspirational and practical information for making it in today's fast-paced selling world. Ziglar's primary aim is to help sales professionals persuade their customers more effectively, more ethically, and more often! In this motivating book, he discusses:Where, when, and how to find prospects.How to deal with rude, angry, and disgruntled people.Why 7...

Unrealized hopes. Mixed feelings. Irresistible urges.Painfully aware of the doomed fate of his desires, Yeonwoo wanted to let go of his attraction to his boss, Keith, and free himself of the control his feelings had over him. Despite his attempts at pushing the other man away, however, Keith starts sending Yeonwoo mixed signals, further confusing his troubled heart.As Yeonwoo's mental and physical health begins to deteriorate due to the trauma of what happe...

In the world of personal development, motivation, public speaking and sales, there will never be another Zig Ziglar.His infectious sense of humor, his masterful storytelling skills, his uncanny ability to inspire, and his downhome Southern charm will last forever. With this classic collection of his ideas, you will learn timeless lessons on how to thrive by achieving a positive and happy mindset, identify and develop the habits it takes to reach success in all area...

Korean-Russian lawyer Lee-Won Jeong rushes to work one day when he literally collides with a striking, blond-haired, gray-eyed stranger. Lee-Won thinks nothing of the chance encounter--until their paths cross again under far more ominous circumstances.The stranger is revealed to be Ceasar Sergeev, the heir to the powerful Sergeev mafia empire. But even that is just the tip of the iceberg.As a dedicated civil rights attorney, Lee-Won suspects the mafia is pressuring a senator to cheat his c...

One night of passion. A forgotten bond. A secret child.After spending a sensual night with famous movie star Chase C. Miller, Josh Bailey fled with something more than just the memories of their heated encounter. Chase, on the other hand, recalls little of the night save for the desperate gasps of the faceless omega he took.Years later, Josh finds himself in dire need of money and takes on a job as Chase's bodyguard, where the actor's mercurial personality ...

The Goals Program offers a balanced blend of personal and professional development tools that are sure to jump start, strengthen and positively motivate anyone looking for success in life.Content includes:Getting started - Four reasons why people do not set goals;How to help yourself earn more money;How to make radical changes in your life and Setting and Achieving Your Goals - How to develop your goals program;Commitment leads to victory...