What lies behind the door?The first date was all it took for Laura and Adam to fall in love. Now, years later, they're married with two adorable children. A perfect life … almost. But the locked door torments Laura. What dark secrets is Adam hiding behind it? Will Laura ever find out? And if she does, will she be able to handle the truth?

Something tells me that, like the glass, our lives are shattered forever, never to be whole again.Bestselling author Daniel Geraldi has it all — a beautiful wife, loving kids, and a thriving career. At least he thinks he does until he faces betrayal of the worst kind. Still reeling from the shock, he's tempted into a relationship with a flirtatious fan. Soon his family is the target of some disturbing incidents and he suspects that this fan, Penelope, is responsibl...

Sustainable Smart City Development examines smart city infrastructure integration for achieving Sustainable Development Goals. Through global case studies and sector-specific analyses, the text explores how energy systems, water management, transportation networks, waste management, and digital connectivity advance sustainability objectives. The material demonstrates how Internet of Things sensors, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and digital platforms enable resource optimization ...

Sociology for Social Workers provides foundational text exploring sociological dimensions of social work practice. The text covers wide range of topics including social stratification, gender, race, family structures, community dynamics, and social institutions. Through examination of sociological theories and concepts, the material demonstrates how social forces shape individual experiences and social work interventions. What sets this book apart is its applied focus connecting sociologic...

Building and Growing Brand Equity offers a comprehensive exploration of how organizations develop, maintain, and expand valuable brand identities in competitive global markets. This resource examines fundamental concepts of brand management, including equity measurement, positioning strategies, and consumer perception across diverse regions from Asia and Africa to Europe and the Americas. The text addresses practical frameworks that marketing executives, business strategists, and entrepren...

Global Journalism Collaboration in Higher Education emphasizes how modern challenges—including climate change, digital misinformation, migration, and global health crises—demand cross-border journalistic partnerships and international educational cooperation. With case studies, global perspectives, and careful attention to structural issues including media trust and sustainability, this book frames journalism education as inherently collaborative and internationally oriented. News reportin...

Urban Resilience in Small Cities examines resilience challenges and opportunities specific to smaller urban centers often overlooked in urban resilience literature. Through evidence-based strategies, case studies, and practical tools, the text demonstrates how small cities build capacity for anticipating, withstanding, and recovering from shocks and stresses. The material reveals unique resilience dimensions in smaller urban contexts including limited resources, strong social capital, and ...

Youth Justice and Social Work examines social work roles in youth justice systems addressing young people's offending behavior while promoting rehabilitation and positive development. Through detailed examination, readers gain insight into core functions including assessment, intervention, advocacy, and system navigation. Whether used as classroom text, reference for early-career professionals, or resource for experienced practitioners, the material provides comprehensive coverage of youth...

Broadcast Journalism: Radio and TV Essentials is a comprehensive guide designed for aspiring journalists, media students, and communication professionals. Structured into well-organized chapters, this volume takes readers through the foundational concepts of broadcast journalism, including the history, evolution, and contemporary practices of radio and television news production. Particular attention is given to the convergence of traditional broadcast platforms with digital media, podcast...

High Entropy Alloys: Design Fundamentals and Applications explores how near-equiatomic multicomponent metallic systems exhibit unprecedented combinations of strength, ductility, thermal stability, and functional properties that challenge conventional alloy design principles. This comprehensive resource synthesizes thermodynamic foundations, phase formation mechanisms, and processing strategies essential for developing advanced metallic materials. The book systematically addresses compositi...

Cognitive Insights on Consciousness examines attention, emotion, and consciousness through cognitive psychology perspectives, integrating historical foundations with contemporary research. The text situates these fundamental mental processes within historical cognitive science development, tracing theoretical evolution from introspection through behaviorism to modern cognitive neuroscience. Through comprehensive analysis of experimental research, the material demonstrates how attention mec...

Organizational Change Politics examines the complex power dynamics, stakeholder interests, and political processes that shape organizational transformation initiatives globally. This comprehensive resource investigates how organizational change unfolds within political contexts where different groups pursue competing interests and agendas. Organizational Change Politics draws from organizational theory, political science, and real-world case studies to equip readers with practical framewor...