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Blue Buffalo, the son of Silver Fox cannot seem to find his place in society, because he is a half breed. When the daughter of an old friend of his mother's, comes to stay he has to choose between embracing his Indian culture, or giving into a love he hadn’t counted on.

Manifesting exactly what you want has never been so easy with Instant Success: How to Attract Your Desires Immediately – a revolutionary guide that will propel you towards your dreams with unprecedented speed and precision. In this dynamic masterpiece, readers will uncover the secrets to manifesting their deepest desires in the blink of an eye. Through a potent blend of mindset shifts, manifestation techniques, and unwavering belief, this book will show you how to effortlessly draw your desires into your reality with lightning speed. From the transformative power of scripting your reality...

The Word ‘tsumi’: A Japanese Problem in Translating and Understanding. (Series. Bridges ‘Me a criminal? No way!’ This shocking reply is at the core of this unique book—unique, because there is no other English book on the subject of tsumi , and its alternates and its unfortunate meaning of criminally guilty in Japanese. Unfortunately, it does not encompass the meaning of sin against God. Four hundred years have passed, and this deplorable translation is still used in Japanese churches today. These are some of the topics that are covered in this informative book: How Japanese ...

In this historical fiction novel, set in Oyster Harbors in 1929, a young debutant, Lady Antoinette Ashton-Cooper, yearns for a career in journalism and to fly her own plane like her hero Amelia Earhart. After obtaining a job as feature editor for the Barnstable Patriot, she is assigned a clumsy young photographer from Harvard. During their time together on assignments they discover they both want to be independent and make a difference in the world. Fate intervenes as an unidentified body washes up on shore, providing the two with a mystery and an opportunity to become closer. Add into the ...

Alex Dubois changed from a human male to an Elven female. Come along with her as she travels with Captain Samuel Ash, an American Civil War Veteran, and their Dire Wolf, Socks. Join the adventure as the see the wonder of Treetop City and become embroiled in a war. Remember, this is Eden, and things are different from what they appear, and the key to winning this war lays in the dead Dwarven city of Glanim. Their lives depend on answering two questions: who is friend, and who is foe?

Blossoms Of WisdomA GLIMPSE INTO THE WISDOM OF "THE LAND OF RISING SUN" A COLLECTION OF 365 DAILY JAPANESE QUOTES AND PROVERBS CELEBRATING THE ESSENCE OF LIFE, NATURE, AND THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE In this book, we will explore the power of Japanese quotes, their underlying philosophy, and some notable examples that continue to inspire and resonate with people around the world. Japanese quotes hold immense power due to their ability to distil complex ideas into simple yet profound words. With brevity and elegance, they capture the wisdom acquired through generations of Japanese thought. These ...

I've been caged by tradition, tethered to a fate I don't want. A dream showed me a different path, leading to Aleron, washed ashore by destiny itself. He's more than a shipwreck survivor; he's the king's guard caught between his allegiance and our undeniable bond. His presence ignites a forbidden magic, a bond my tribe could never accept. The spirits chose him, granting him the power of the shift, making him my equal. Together, we fight his past and challenge the elders' grip on our future. Will our love break the chains of the past or doom us to its shadows? In the wild dance of fate, only...

What if the secret to a longer, healthier life was already known—and practiced every day on a small island in Japan? Okinawa is one of the world’s five “Blue Zones,” regions where people live far longer than average. But it’s not just about genetics. It’s about how they live, what they eat, and why they get up in the morning. In this quick but powerful exploration, you'll learn: The key foods of the Okinawan diet How elders in their 90s maintain purpose and community What hara hachi bu and ikigai really mean—and why they matter How lifestyle, mindset, and connection may matter...

Have you ever thought that maybe things aren’t as good as you thought they were? Take a look inside and explore the War on the West, the new and explosive guide from Neville Patrick Carter that takes a look at some of the key issues in the political and societal downfall that we are currently facing in countries like America, Australia and England. Carter takes a refreshing and new aged approach to analyze some of the big issues facing your ordinary citizen in the 21st century including free speech, social media and most importantly, the Emu War. Prepare yourself for memes and a guide ...

She wanted to build a business. What she started was a movement. Seventeen-year-old Jaida James is all about hustle, heart, and handmade merch—trying to turn her craft into a real business before graduation. But when her Black History Month sale flops, her best friend Halley goes viral selling Black-themed products without being Black, and her school shuts down her club idea before it even starts… Jaida starts questioning everything. Her identity. Her friendships. Her worth. As tensions rise in school and online, Jaida learns that running a business isn't just about making sales—...

The story of Miles' career is the story of the golden age of jazz. It is the story of the transition from big bands to small ensembles. It is the story of developing and exploring improvised music in small combos: trios, quartets, quintets, and sextets. Miles was at the forefront of every major style and genre of jazz that took place over a rapidly maturing arc from just after World War II through the sixties. This period was twenty-five years of explosive creativity and accelerated musical development. The breadth and depth of Miles’ impact, influence, and creative output are staggering....

Discover the vibrant world of tiki culture with Tiki Treasures: A Collector’s Guide to the History and Art of Tiki Glassware. Perfect for collectors, cocktail lovers, and vintage design enthusiasts, this engaging guide dives into the colorful past and present of tiki glassware—from the origins of tiki bars to the modern revival of Polynesian pop. Whether you're new to collecting or already curating a shelf full of tropical mugs, this book is your ultimate companion. Inside, you’ll learn: The fascinating history of tiki culture and how it inspired iconic tiki glassware How to identify,...

At the Tan Yards, Victor Prizeman bends everyone to his will. Then he surprises them by saying his forefathers worked there as tanners. Next the narrator tells a tale about the Prizeman clan, and how their patriarch met his end. And back in the present, history appears to be repeating itself when Victor demands that he light the annual Halloween bonfire. The Tan Yards is a story that will delight fans of horror, as well as those with a special place in their hearts for Halloween. Now with a Five Star editorial review from Readers' Favorite

Dive into the captivating cosmos of urban legends and cultural phenomena with "Encounters in the Sky," a fascinating exploration of UFOs across the realms of media and public consciousness. This eBook journeys through the enigmatic presence of unidentified flying objects as they have transitioned from whispers of folklore to dominant fixtures across various entertainment media. Begin your voyage with a look at the early depictions of UFOs, before the film industry ignited our imaginations. Uncover how science fiction took these phenomena from speculative fiction to front-page news. Next, ...

Much like Chicken Soup For The Soul, this book is filled with feel-good, bite-sized stories about people down on their luck, facing financial disaster—or worse—until a credit union comes to the rescue and saves the day. No matter how bad things get—and as you’ll see, they can get really bad—there is always hope when you have someone in your corner you can count on and who cares… about you. This book is about credit unions, and so much more. It’s about people helping people and an approach to life and business that encourages us to think about what we can give instead of what ...

Reviews and Essays: Cult films, underrated movies, forgotten TV shows, pop culture, and other cool stuff is the fourth non-fiction review book from James J. Caterino, the author of Pop Culture Musings, 50 Films That Mattered to Me and Why, and Fantastic Films, Cult TV Episodes, and Perfect Pop Songs. In this book Caterino covers the neglected 2023 blockbuster The Flash, the underrated Jessica Chastain vehicle Miss Sloan (2016), the misunderstood Passengers (2016), cult movies like Joe Dante’s Piranha (1980), Amazon Women on the Moon (1987), Pump Up the Volume (1990), Sam Raimi’s The ...

Have you ever wondered how immortal superstars from baseball's past would fare in today's game? Well, Roland Colton's new novel, Baseball Immortal, answers that question . . . or does it? Is the man who awakens in a present-day Georgia hospital, after suffering a nearly fatal hit-and-run accident, truly the legendary Ty Cobb (who has been inexplicably transported forward in time), or is he a man suffering from severe psychosis and delusions of grandeur, who has hijacked Cobb's identity as his own? The book begins in 1911, with the Detroit Tigers on the calamitous end of a humiliating twelve...

The organizations we work for destroy confidence We starve professionals of information, direction, psychological safety, and purpose by isolating workers in cubicles, teams into silos, and decisions into oblivion. Individuals drift and become alienated, waiting for direction that never comes. This way of working…is not working. When individuals work in teams, they create value The Collaboration Equation helps individuals be professionals, teams take pride in their work, and companies become more resilient. This guide enables you to build visual systems where people can see their work ...

Intriguing events happen in the bayou when Hollywood comes to town. Lauren’s gap year is supposed to be about making extra money and figuring out what to do with the next phase of her life. Realistically, it’s a break between taking care of her alcoholic brother and certified insane mother. She deserves to have some fun, and to find trouble. However, trouble follows Lauren, with its wicked sense of humor, and thought it would be fun to gift her two love interests, who happen to be rivals. Her first gift is Latin heartthrob Jackson Cruz. Along with his notorious reputation, he is a cocky...

Ayahuasca Visions DMT / También conocida como Yagé, es probablemente la sustancia más poderosa del mundo para la mente humana. Comunidades chamánicas, sanadores y curanderos, han utilizado esta planta maestra y sagrada para su despertar, sanación y expansión de la consciencia en la búsqueda de un sentido profundo de la vida. Actualmente el uso de este enteógeno también está siendo aplicado en psicoterapia, reconociéndose cada vez más en la comunidad científica, por los poderosos testimonios de curación de adicciones, depresión y enfermedades que parecían incurables. ...