Fighting Sports, Gender and the Commodification of Violence: Heavy Bag Heroines offers a glimpse into the cultural terrain of women’s boxing as it manifests in everyday gyms for novice boxers. Taking an ethnographic approach, Victoria E. Collins examines broad understandings of gender, violence, self-defense, commodification, and health and fitness from the point of view of women who engage the sport. Collins unpacks dominant assumptions about gender and the sport through her participants’...

This book provides a critically informed and interdisciplinary global examination of the instrumental role of women as resistance actors, both historically and today. Attention is given to the long and global histories that reveal systemic and structural oppression suffered by women, while highlighting that they have been, and continue to be, an important force for organizing for social change. Whether through the employment of formal or informal strategies of resistance, such as acts of d...

We have entered a recent zeitgeist, the era of the "new space age", driven by billionaires, technological advancements, and a few dominating state powers. While the race to space may be said to offer "new" opportunities for "humanity", we ask, is it predicated on the same logics and historical patterns of the past? This question guides our approach and critical assessment of human expansionism into space. Space Expansionism and Criminology: The Emerging Terrain of Crime, Harm,...

WINNER OF THE ORWELL PRIZEWITH A FOREWORD FROM MARGARET ATWOOD'This book would always have been important evidence that the Ukraine people were suffering criminal attack. Written by a poet, it is also a work of literature, published after the author lost her life doing her research. It is an icon of a young woman’s heroism' Philippa GregoryDestined to be a classic, a poet's powerful look at the courage of re...

Hecate: The Triple Moon Goddess Revealed" is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Greek goddess Hecate and her enduring significance in contemporary spirituality. Drawing from mythology, historical accounts, and modern interpretations, this book delves into the multifaceted aspects of Hecate's identity and her deep connection to the realms of magic, witchcraft, and liminal spaces.The book begins by delving into the origins of Hecate and her prominent role in ancient Greek myt...

An enthralling anthology of 19 CWA Dagger Award-shortlisted gripping and thrilling stories for the most hardened crime fan.Featuring bestselling authors such as Ann Cleeves, Christopher Fowler and Val McDermid.NINETEEN CWA DAGGER AWARD-WINNING SHORT STORIES FROM THE BEST OF THE BEST IN CRIME FICTIONLegendary editor, Maxim Jakubowski, delivers another chilling anthology collecting stories of cold-blooded murder, revenge and crimes-go...

I bought the school for revenge. I stayed for her.Billionaire Sean Collins has survived a lot: the Marines, a cutthroat corporate empire, and a battle with cancer that almost took his life. But he never survived the memory of Giovanna “Gigi” Dumont—the childhood sweetheart who ripped his heart out and disappeared ten years ago.When Sean uses his vast wealth to buy the private high school that callously fired him, he expects justice. He doesn’t expect to fin...

Tales From the 41st MillenniumThe elite warriors of the Imperium take on the toughest missions to protect humanity from horrors within, without, and beyond.READ IT BECAUSEFrom the warrior orders of the Adeptus Astartes and Adepta Sororitas to the noble houses of Rogue Traders and Imperial Knights, the Imperium of Man has long been safeguarded by elite organisations that ensure the continued survival of the Emperor's vast domain....

Meet Kitty Collins. FRIEND. LOVER. KILLER.‘A cathartic novel, I hasten to point out, not a how-to guide’ Lucy Mangan, Good HousekeepingHe was following me. That guy from the nightclub who wouldn’t leave me alone.I hadn’t intended to kill him of course. But I wasn’t displeased when I did and, despite the mess I made, I appeared to get away with it.That’s where my addiction started…I’ve got a taste for revenge and quite frankl...

Discover the World in Your Most Natural StateImagine a vacation where freedom knows no bounds, where the feel of the sun and breeze on your skin is your constant companion. "Worldwide Nude Horizons: The Best Naturist Vacations Around the Globe" is your ultimate guide to experiencing the liberating world of naturist travel. This comprehensive book takes you on an unforgettable journey through the most stunning and welcoming naturist destinations worldwide.Explore the fascina...

5 Billionaire Brothers. 5 Swoony, Sizzling Romances. 1 Unforgettable Boxed Set. Fake Fiancé. Arranged Marriage. Grumpy vs. Sunshine. Forced Proximity. Spy on the Run. Best Friend’s Second Chance. The Collins Brothers are Boston’s most elite family—powerful, wealthy, and completely off-limits… until five irresistible women turn their worlds upside down. Sean & Gigi – Secret Crush | Best Friend’s Sister | Small-Town RomanceSean Collins has always ha...

The Ultimate Playboy by Maya BlakeRuthless billionaire Narciso Valentino is seeking revenge at the gaming tables of Q Virtus the exclusive gentleman’s club. But when he sees Ruby Trevelli, all curves and innocence, he’s willing to delay that moment of satisfaction – for Ruby!The Ultimate Seduction by Dani CollinsThere’s a masquerade ball at a select gentleman’s club and the handsome, powerful President of Bregnovia, Ryzard Vrbancic ...