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How do Psychopaths Do it? From the most basic, superficial interactions, to the deepest, most earnest confessions of human emotion, psychopaths are the masters. They know what to say, how to say it, and when to do it. They can take the honest feelings of others and warp them. They can take the good-natured words, actions, and attitudes of 'normal' people... and destroy them. But how do they do it? Everywhere you look, a psychopath lurks. Some are notorious serial killers, determined to torture the mind and body of the innocent. But others--most others--are not nearly so infamous. Many ...

Equip Yourself to Stand Firm in a World of Compromise In a society where moral boundaries are increasingly blurred and the pressure to conform is relentless, maintaining a steadfast faith can feel overwhelming. This powerful spiritual warfare prayer book is your essential guide to resisting evil and living uncompromised amidst the challenges of modern life. Discover the Strength to Resist Recognize Subtle Compromises: Uncover how everyday choices can erode your spiritual foundation and learn to identify the subtle influences that lead to moral compromise. Harness the Power of Prayer: Engage...

When Sergeant Daniel “Danny” Fontaine’s troop plane is shot down over the coast of France during the Allied airborne invasion on D-Day, he finds himself separated from his platoon and lost behind enemy lines. In his search to rejoin his platoon, he encounters a patrol of Germans who have captured a large animal. Figuring that if the Nazis want it, he has a duty to keep them from having it, he decides to attack while they are distracted. Daniel is severely wounded during the ensuing firefight but awakens the next morning to find himself in the Castle DuMond, not only alive but ...

The most powerful teachings of Jesus. The force that fuels your faith. Now in one book. For centuries, the Beatitudes have been quoted, studied, and admired—but few truly live them. And the Holy Spirit? Many believe in Him, yet struggle to experience His power in their daily lives. This book bridges that gap, bringing together two of the most transformative forces in Christianity—Jesus’s wisdom and the Spirit’s presence—to unlock a faith that is alive, resilient, and unstoppable. Inside this two-in-one volume, you will: Decode the Beatitudes—understand what Jesus meant when He ...

What family doesn't have their ups and downs? Mason and his wives have practically seen and experienced everything that the dystopian new world had to offer. Being forced from their home repeatedly, their bonds only grew stronger with each adversity they faced together. In time, their powers grew, too. In this final installment of the Dystopian Girls series, Mason must decide between his obligations to his family and the opportunity to save the world. Reunited with old friends and amassing an army of his own, he is eventually welcomed by the Children of the Phoenix. Each of Mason's favorite...

We’ll discuss an incredible period in the history of our Earth when everything was colossal in size, how the Nephilim came about, what they did and the events that unfolded in the hidden pages of our ancient sacred books, which shaped our world as we know it today. This tome is a compilation of incredible episodes that the Bible only mentions on the surface. We will go deep, accounting for every detail since the creation of the first human being over the face of the Earth. You will gain insight of how the celestial government works and how the Nephilim were placed in the highest seats in ...

It has now been several days since the world fell apart in the wake of the zombie apocalypse. Cities and towns have been reclaimed by the dead and survivors find themselves on the run, hunted like animals by the masses of cannibalistic zombies. Garrett Newton successfully led a handful of survivors into the deep reaches of a regional park where they have taken refuge from the more dangerous cities and towns nearby. Forced to scavenge for needed supplies they soon find themselves facing obstacles and dangers none of them were prepared for. Tough decisions have to be made as the number of ...

In the midst of World War II, four extraordinary Black women find their paths converging in the groundbreaking 6888th Central Postal Battalion - the first all-Black, all-female unit to serve overseas. Sadie Lewis joins the WACs haunted by visions and the loss of her beloved husband Andrew, her gift of second sight both a blessing and a curse. Vibrant country girl Sammy Love Bonnet seeks adventure far from her Alabama farm, only to find unexpected love in a complicated situation. Single mother Paige Thomas enlists hoping to secure a better future for her teenage son, while former Broadway ...

Do you Think We are Free? There are many large organizations in the world whose activities we know practically nothing about. As we all know, what is unknown or incomplete causes a lot of rumors and fiction. Secret societies that want to stay in the shadows include both the organization of various conspiracies and connections with otherworldly forces. In ancient times, people began to form secret alliances in order to learn certain truths through collective efforts and thus gain power unknown to others. Centuries have passed, and those who desire knowledge and power have created new secret ...

16-year-old Josh, a sailor and baseball fan, battles sharks and huge waves after a torpedo sinks the WWII USS Indianapolis battleship.From multi-award-winning Ellie Crowe and Scott Peters comes a high-seas adventure based on the true story of the world's deadliest shark attack on the brave sailors of the United States Navy. 16-year-old Josh is thrilled to be a WW2 sailor aboard the mighty USS Indianapolis. But when a Japanese torpedo strikes in the middle of the night, it tears the battleship in half. As the ship sinks, Josh is plunged deep into the black ocean. In horror, he watches the US...

An imaginative fantasy novel that follows Alex, an ordinary retail manager suddenly transported to a magical realm where his organizational skills become extraordinary powers. In this game-like world of Helios, Alex must navigate fantastical challenges, level up his abilities, and build a new life while managing an adventurer's outpost. As Alex adapts to his new reality, he discovers that his talent for inventory management, customer service, and problem-solving are more valuable than he ever imagined. With each task he completes, he gains new abilities and insights. Filled with humor, ...

Introducing book one in the CELTIC LEGENDS SERIES, a star-crossed lovers tale from the RITA-nominated author of passionate, magical romances Conor has lived a hundred lives…but loved only once Born to a powerful Irish priestess, Conor knows he is no ordinary warrior. Some whisper he’s not human at all. He seeks out Brigid of Morna, a reclusive, woodland seer, the only woman who can unveil the truth of his everlasting strength. But Brigid refuses to help him—or to yield her hungry heart. For she knows that a man cursed to live a thousand lives must never fall in love… "An enthralling...

Prepare to enter the world of the strange and unexplained, a mysterious zone where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural start to blur. Unexplained Phenomena: A Journey into the World’s Strangest Mysteries takes you on a chilling exploration of the paranormal, with true stories of ghosts, mysteries and inexplicable events that appear to defy science or logic. Read real life tales of mysterious phone calls from the dead, terrifying encounters with phantom hitchhikers and sightings of black-eyed children. Delve into mysterious disappearances and unsettling, unsolved deaths and...

When Erin returns home, it means dealing with the grief of losing her father and the secret surrounding his death. It also means facing her best friend's mom, the woman she has been lusting and pining after for the past year. Then, finally, Erin gets what she wants, but it's not all it's cut out to be. And one weekend of endless lovemaking turns to tragedy that threatens to destroy everything. There was no denying that Macy had grown closer to Erin that fateful night when her ex-husband did what he did. And even closer when Erin shared a most intimate yet devastating secret with her. As ...

“The Dragon World of Tone” is the complete two book set of the epic fantasy about the life of Terra, the human whose fate is tied to the Dragon World of Tone’s future. "The Dragon Healer of Tone" is book 1 in the “World of Tone” Series. Many seasons ago, a powerful human wizard started a war that drove the humans to the misty valleys along the coast of Tone's fast single continent. Hundreds of sets of seasons after the final great battle Terra was born, the first male with the magic of healing. He is the hope of the world, even though few know of his existence. As a child, he was ...

The book tells the stories and explains the legends behind the some of the greatest movie monsters in history. Charting their history from myths and fables told over the centuries, the author guides the reader from the past to the present day, as the Universal Monsters prepare to return to the silver screen for their biggest adventures yet. The classic Universal Monsters have been scaring and delighting audiences for decades. But did you know that these maniacal creeps have been frightening people throughout history? Find out about all the old world folk stories, legends and myths before ...

Emily Edwards is locked in the basement. Her husband put her there. When she accused him of molesting their seven-year-old daughter, he finally snapped. But Emily isn’t alone in the basement. Her new home is infested with spirits of the dead. And some of them would die again to save her.

Canary in a (Post) Covid World: Money, Fear and Power is the powerful second volume in the bestselling Canary in a Covid World series. It is a rich, varied and disturbing story, told by many of the world’s bravest and most qualified voices, of how health care, information and financial systems have been compromised in the name of profit and control. While the first volume, Canary in a Covid World: How Propaganda and Censorship Changed Our (My) World, looked closely at the pandemic and how we were all fed a diet of propaganda, while the media prevented the dissemination of truth and ...

An EMP shrouds the world. Fear and uncertainty fuel chaos. Humanity is no more. Mike McCall has always felt like an outsider. He’s always felt the pull of a life in the wilderness, closer to nature, without the excess of modern life. The only emotional ties he has are to his brother, and his future sister-in-law. After a fun night takes an unexpected turn for the worse, an apocalyptic event changes the course of his life and the lives of everyone in the world. As an EMP blankets the city in darkness and gives way to paranoia, Mike sits in a busy ER, where emotions are running high, ...

Most CEOs, HR leaders, and others have been led to believe that controlling health benefits costs isn't possible. The CEO's Guide to Restoring the American Dream shows how this just isn't true. It's an inside look into how public and private employers and unions across the U.S. are reducing their spending by 20% or more, while improving care quality and access, by taking control of the purchasing process, aligning economic incentives, and applying simple, practical, and proven approaches. The book opens the door to learning from these top performing benefits purchasers. It's built on the ...