It wаѕ mіd-mоrnіng аnd I fоund mуѕеlf in mу wоrkѕhор, ѕtrugglіng to ѕhооt ѕоmе ѕсrеwѕ uр thrоugh thе bоttоm оf a саrреtеd саt tоwеr bаѕе thаt I hаd buіlt thе рrеvіоuѕ dау.I hеаrd thе рhоnе rіng оut іn the TV rооm. Of соurѕе, thе рhоnе аlwауѕ ѕееmѕ tо rіng whеn I аm most unаvаіlаblе, I thоught tо mуѕеlf. But іt'ѕ Mаrlеnе. Whаt оthеr things dо уоu lіkе? Whаt dо уоu lіkе оn уоur wоmеn, Lucky?" I mеаn, mе.I lіkе еvеrуthіng аbоut уоu. I lоvе уоur tіtѕ, nіррlеѕ аnd аrеоlаѕ, аnd у...

Welcome to the first of three incredible volumes of haiku and senryu compiled by Cendrine Marrouat and David Ellis from Auroras & Blossoms.Feast your senses on a unique collection that is moving, thought-provoking, inspirational, hauntingly beautiful and deeply insightful.This anthology is a delightful showcase of superbly crafted poetry that is extremely easy to get into but handsomely rewards the reader with each subtle nuance and twist. It is like spending time with love...

'The Lady or the Tiger?' is the story of a king who devised a particularly inventive form of punishment. When a courtier dares to fall in love with the king's daughter, he is forced to choose between two doors: one with a lady behind it, and the other with a tiger. The plot does not disclose his fate.

The sequel to Of Jade and Dragons, a thrilling and epic silkpunk fantasy inspired by the legendary Qing dynasty. Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Lim and Xiran Jay Zhao.Two years after Ying leaves the Engineer’s Guild and the ghost of her father’s unjust death behind, life seems to regain a semblance of normalcy. But the winds of unrest continue to stir within the Nine Isles, and the aftermath of a horrific pirate attack by the mysterious Blood Phoenix fleet ...

Mulan meets Iron Widow in this thrilling silkpunk fantasy about a girl who must disguise herself as a boy and enter the famed and dangerous Engineer’s Guild trials to unravel the mystery of her father’s murder.Eighteen-year-old Aihui Ying dreams of becoming a world-class engineer like her father, but after his sudden murder, her life falls apart. Left with only a journal of her father’s engineering secrets and a jade pendant snatched from the assa...

This edited volume explores the evolving practices and essential role of health and science journalists as they cover topics like conflict, displacement, and global pandemics. Amid a changing media landscape and new communication technologies, journalists in various countries report facing similar key challenges, stressors, and threats to professionalism. Contributors identify and explore these shared challenges, including funding cuts, unrealistic expectations for productivity, public mis...

Music can act as a powerful means of communication. Chronicling the first application of music elicitation in the Balkans, Music, Mattering, and Criminalized Young Men delves into its use as a social research method, pedagogical tool, and youth work intervention.Grounded in feminist principles, Jade Levell’s analysis provides a deep exploration and articulation of this method as a compelling narrative device which empowers participants, in this case men in prison and on pr...

**A Richard & Judy Book Club PickNew York Times BestsellerA Goodreads Choice Award FinalistBright Young Women is an unflinching thriller based on Ted Bundy's heinous crimes, as two women search for justice in the wake of his brutal murders. From Jessica Knoll, author of the New York Times bestseller and #1 Netflix movie Luckiest Girl Alive.'A compelling, almost hypnotic read' - Lisa Jewell, bestselling author of None of ...

Don’t miss this “breakneck thriller” that examines “our culture’s obsession with serial killers and true crime” (Harper’s Bazaar) as it follows two women on the pursuit of justice against all odds. “A fascinating look at true crime and tabloid culture that’s as thoughtful as it is gripping” (People).A New York Times Notable Book of 2023New York Times Editors’ ChoiceInstant New York Times Bestseller

In "Quadrupeds, What They Are and Where Found: A Book of Zoology for Boys," Mayne Reid presents an engaging exploration of the animal kingdom tailored specifically for a younger audience. Rich in descriptive prose and illustrative detail, this work merges natural history with adventure, reflecting the Victorian fascination with both exploration and education. The author employs a straightforward yet captivating literary style, employing vivid imagery and anecdotes that ignite curiosity abo...

Innovator Award for Edited Collection from the Central States Communication Association (CSCA)Shonda Rhimes is one of the most powerful players in contemporary American network television. Beginning with her break-out hit series Grey’s Anatomy, she has successfully debuted Private Practice, Scandal, How to Get Away with Murder, The Catch, For The People, and Station 19. Rhimes’s work is attentive to ide...

A far-reaching and engaging overview of the role of narrative in dance and theatre performance, bringing together chapters written by an international range of scholars and subsequently creating a critical dialogue for approaching this fundamental topic within performance studies. Drawing on historical and contemporary examples of a variety of different performance genres, the book will provide a method for exploring the context of a particular form or artist and enhance students' ability ...