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Many times, I have spoken and written about the pleasures my second wife and I would have preparing meals for our friends at our West Village triplex penthouse in New York City. The copper posts and great food were well known among friends and neighbors. One of the other things we enjoyed was cocktail hour at our home. Each of us was masterful in turning out drinks to start the evening off on the right foot and help set the mood. Making a drink for you and your friends can be so much easier with what is "a bartender's black book" to preparing cocktails. "Mixology Master" by Jeff Altman is ...

Stealing Steve’s Gold (Random Tales From The Overworld: Book 1) This story isn’t about heroes, super villains, or hackers. Maddie only wants one thing. Steve’s massive collection of gold ingots, and she’ll do anything to get her hands on them. But her nefarious plan takes an unexpected turn after she saves a young villager from a vicious player. The perfect bedtime story! -6,500+ words long (can be read in 30-35 minutes) -A complete "standalone" story with a beginning, middle, and end. No cliffhangers. Random Tales From The Overworld is an anthology series. Each book focuses on a ...

“Sean Miller - a rogue of the first water; a former Army sniper, he seems unable to stay out of a fight.” Sean Miller’s on his way back to fight in Spain when he’s diverted to Devon. To undertake a mission for renegade members of the German Secret Service, trying to stop the Nazis plunging the world into war. A secret agent lies dead in a moorland river and the one man who can keep the peace is an assassin’s target. As the hunter becomes the hunted in an epic chase, Miller encounters his greatest enemy in a dangerous game of death across the lonely hills of Dartmoor. A fast-paced ...

I unraveled Miriam's world with a single eviction notice. She never saw it coming. Desperate and out of options, she found my carefully crafted snare, an ad for room and board in exchange for help with my college thesis. To her, the opportunity was heaven-sent. To me, it was just another ritual for my coven, The 12 Knights of Adika. She was one of many blind, Christian lambs I'd drawn into a world never to be escaped. But as I engaged in my facade of philosophical debates, her unwavering faith clashed with my cold atheism, sparking a dangerous fascination. Her remarkable defiance and ...

After my dad's team, the Montreal Blizzard, took a brutal loss, we headed to our usual bar to drown our sorrows. Enter Judson "Killer" Wells, a hot-headed right-winger from our rival team—the New Brunswick Wolverines. He’s bad news wrapped in blond hair and gorgeous emerald eyes, and he’s ready to tear the place apart. I step in and calm him down with a promise of a drink, knowing very well who he is, but he doesn’t know me. One hot night later, I’m ready to slip back into obscurity. No harm, no foul—I saved my dad’s team from a brawl and got to play with the NHL's most ...

In a land ruled by armor, the iron man is king. Jakson the thief holds no love for the throne. His half-brother, the crown prince, hates him. His father, the king, refuses to acknowledge him. He is at home on the streets as a trickster and rogue. Yet he dreams of knighthood. For armor is power, and the king's knights wield the strongest steel. A desperate gamble leads Jakson to an otherworldly artifact: armor from another age. His discovery propels him into a deadly game of knights, a game of treachery, violence, and corruption. Threats arise from beyond the kingdom and from within. Allies ...

This book contains ten complete game development projects to be completed by the programmer in Game Maker. Each of these projects is separated into seven sections to streamline the development. Ranging from a simple remake of the famous Pong game to more complex projects involving sliding puzzles and bouncing balls, the projects are designed with gradual progression and maximal liberty to the programmer to express their creative side. Requiring no background in computers science or applications, and only a minimal grasp of the concepts of this development tool, this book aims to make the ...

Survive. Win. Escape—Or Be Trapped Forever. Jax swore he was done with video games. He barely survived Battle Royale, escaped Spartan Arena, and promised himself he’d never get pulled into one again. But when a mysterious title, Shrimp Game, flickers on his screen, his TV has other plans. Before he can react, a surge of green energy yanks him back into another challenge—this time, with hundreds of other players, all fighting for survival. The rules? Win the games, or be trapped forever. As Jax and his fearless friend Skye navigate a series of high-stakes childhood challenges—where a...

From the #1 science fiction bestselling author of Area 51, Atlantis, Time Patrol and Nightstalkers. It is now 30 days until Grace’s Deathday That is the fate on the red card Grace was dealt at age six on Dealing Day. A burner. Her twin sister, Millay, was dealt a white card. A People. No Deathday. For twenty years, the sisters have lived different lives. In different places. Then there’s the wild card, Ryker, a burner, who has no memories of his own past. In what was left of the world after the Chaos, mankind surrendered control to Dealer, a powerful computer that has kept society ...

The story picks up exactly where Book 1 left off... I left the show for good! Walking away from the cameras, the glitz, and him was supposed to be the end of my story. No more scandals. No more heartbreak. No more Elliot Montgomery. But life has a funny way of rewriting endings. When Elliot showed up in my sleepy little village, all charm and tuxedos, I realised two things: He wasn’t going to let me go without a fight. Small-town life isn’t exactly paparazzi-proof. Now he's in my world. Will he survive? Click “Buy Now” to find out if Isla and Elliot can rewrite their happily never ...

Are you ready to embark on an epic journey through the heart-pounding world of basketball? Look no further than this captivating collection of tales that will have you shooting three-pointers and stealing the spotlight on the court in no time! The Most Incredible Basketball Stories Ever Told contains true stories that span decades of basketball lore and legend, focusing on players from the NBA, WNBA, and NCAA. In these pages, you’ll learn about some of the more amazing moments created by basketball players, coaches, and referees. Some of the stories in this book include: Alonzo Mourning ...

Travis Kohl and Marion Kuhn have been at odds since they first met. They have always been stepping on each other’s toes. Can they ever be together? Travis Kohl, 27, made a fortune in five years since he started his online retail business. His specialties were high end brands and high handed dealings with his business partners, yet making everyone happy with the money that they got out of those deals. His methods seemed to fail when he met Marion Kuhn. Marion Kuhn, 26, made a name for her brand of high end fashion garments before she turned twenty-five. Her USP was a breathtaking fusion of...

Wildlife is being slaughtered at an alarming rate near the small border town of Oroville, Washington. Unfortunately, for Game Wardens Lisa Bennington and Clay Newberry the deadly poaching spree has become a source of extreme frustration. Every potential lead ends in another dead end. Dozens of big game animals are being killed and left to rot for no apparent reason. While Lisa and Clay battle to keep up with the rapidly increasing wildlife slaughter, the local sheriff’s office is overwhelmed by the alarming rise in overdoses from fentanyl laced heroin. In Clay’s thirty-years of ...

An easy way to enlightenment! If you've ever pondered over the following questions- “Who am I?” or “Why life sucks?” or “Why is there so much unhappiness and inequality in this world?” or “Who created this universe?” or “If God created this world, then why is His creation so imperfect?” or “What should be my true purpose in life?” or “How can I be happy?” and so on, read this book. Are you afraid of death? Don’t be! This ancient Indian metaphysical book unveils the awesome truth about death. After reading it, your fears will vanish! Give serious consideration ...

Baseball Made Simple: Understanding The Game & Its Statistics Step up to the plate and master the game of baseball like never before! Whether you're a newcomer to the sport, a seasoned fan, or an aspiring analyst, Baseball Made Simple is your ultimate guide to understanding the game and its intricate statistics. This comprehensive book breaks down baseball in an easy-to-follow manner, covering everything from the basic rules of play to advanced strategies used by professional teams. Explore the fascinating world of baseball statistics, from the classic measures like batting average and ERA ...

What if kids, children, adolescents, teenagers or young people are able to control their anxiety, emotions, depression, worry, anger, panic, trauma, suicidal and negative thoughts effectively - this is where cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) takes effect. Think about the sanity and environmental benefits this will bring to our society. Are you not thrilled? It's not every kid, child, adolescent, teenager or young person who can effectively control their own emotions and behavior. But those who can, are able to take responsibility for their actions, have a good feeling and a tremendous ...

Master the ins and outs of one of the world’s most popular casino games! Are you fascinated by Blackjack but intimidated by the strategies and rules? Do you want to take your game to the next level by learning professional strategies? Are you just starting with Blackjack and looking for a guide that is easy to follow? You’ll find that this book is packed with in-depth explanations of strategies, both basic and advanced, and is an incredible resource if you want to take your game to the next level. In this book, you will: Learn about the history of the terminology of Blackjack Have ...

Unlock the story of Rome like never before Step into the heart of the ancient world and experience the rise, reign, and remarkable transformation of one of history’s most powerful civilizations. Three manuscripts in one book: Roman Empire: An Enthralling Overview of Imperial Rome Roman Republic: An Enthralling Overview of the Rise and Fall The Byzantine Empire: An Enthralling Overview of the Byzantium Here’s just a tiny fraction of what you’ll discover inside: The dramatic rise of Augustus — and how he turned chaos into empire. Scandals, betrayals, and bloodshed in Rome’s ...

Struggling with the endless cycle of blood-sugar spikes and crashes? The Diabetes Playbook hands you the proven game plan to seize control and score big on your health goals. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or a veteran of the diabetes trenches, this comprehensive guide equips you with every tool you need to master your condition with confidence—and a dash of humor. Inside, you’ll discover: A Winning Strategy for Every Quarter Turn diet, movement, sleep, and stress into powerful allies. Learn how to carb-count like a coach, adjust insulin with precision, and build a daily routine that ...

An exciting new Minecraft adventure with 20,000 words. A clean read - no profanity. Jeff's life has gotten busy: His mom is missing, a girl needs rescuing, and a strange zombie boy is following him. He has to leave home and go through infected villages, scary caves, and deadly terrain. Will he and his companions find a way to stop the zombie army from taking over the Minecraft world? Jump into this Exciting Tale of Adventure Today! Disclaimer: This book is an unofficial Minecraft book, a work of fan fiction. It is not endorsed, authorized, licensed, sponsored, or supported by Mojang AB, ...