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Just as the health of a person can be ascertained from their vitals, which includes their pulse, their cholesterol levels, and their overall performance, the health of a business is gauged through its financial records, which include its income statement, its balance sheet, and its cash flow statement. These records are constructed using accounting. In short, accounting involves writing down every financial transaction that happens in a company as well as some non-financial events. Nevertheless, accounting isn’t an exact science; not only is there a little bit of artistry involved (seeing...

Maggie Demarco thought she’d have the perfect wedding...until the groom backed out without even saying goodbye. So she packs a bag and flees to the town where she grew up to heal and prepare for the rest of her life. Eric Holt never forgot the hours he spent in high school introducing her to the joys of sex. Of course, he’s also never forgotten the pain of her rejection. But he’s still willing to help her recapture the sexual mojo she lost waiting for her AWOL groom, and he proposes a no-strings-attached affair to prove how desirable she still is.

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business world, it's becoming increasingly important for companies to stand out from the crowd. One way to do this is through effective branding, which helps businesses create a unique identity and connect with their target audience. But what makes a brand truly memorable? The answer is simple: storytelling. By using storytelling techniques to craft a compelling brand narrative, companies can build a strong emotional connection with their customers, differentiate themselves from their competitors, and ultimately, drive sales.

What if you made a New Year's resolution, then were forced to keep it? Professor Sam Pierson should be more careful about what he wishes for. He's already as unhappy as he is obnoxious. What he doesn't realize is that his life is about to reach a new low. His boss is ready to fire him and his wife to leave him. When a disturbing stranger asks for his New Year's resolutions at a party, Sam throws everyone into hysterical laughter when he blurts out, "I want the body of an athlete and I want everyone to respect me." At midnight the stranger slaps him on the back, Sam has a sharp pain in his ...

In the dimly lit corners of a decaying strip mall, Kendal Boswell's detective agency thrives on the secrets and scandals of the city's elite. When Simon Huber, a top-tier attorney with more money than most can dream of, walks through his door, Kendal smells more than just cash. He senses intrigue, betrayal, and an enigma that could turn his professional life upside down. Huber's conundrum is clear yet confounding. His estranged wife is pregnant with another man’s child—a fact that contradicts the laws of biology and the testimonies of those involved.

A constant yet oftentimes concealed practice in war has been the use of informers and collaborators by parties to an armed conflict. Despite the prevalence of such activity, and the serious and at times fatal consequences that befall those who collaborate with an enemy, international law applicable in times of armed conflict does not squarely address the phenomenon. The recruitment, use, and treatment of informers and other collaborators is addressed only partially and at times indirectly by international humanitarian law.

The secret to achieving a passionate, prolonged love-making session is much deeper than you realize. During the course of this audiobook, you will discover the secrets that will help you explore your true love-making potential, starting from learning all about tantric massage and moving along to tantric sex, kama sutra, and various sexual techniques that will take your game to the next level.

Thrust into a world of luxury and power, our heroine can't help but be drawn to her outrageously wealthy and irresistibly charming stepbrother. He's a man who could have anyone, yet finds himself captivated by the one woman who's entirely off-limits. Their connection defies societal norms, blurring the lines between family ties and carnal desire. As they navigate the treacherous waters of their newfound attraction, they face a critical question: Can they keep their secret, or will their illicit love bring their world crashing down?

Even Gangstas CryI got thrown into one hell of a shitstorm, putting a strain on my empathy and leaving those who are at my side in a path of mass destruction. My only aim is to find those who betrayed not only me, but my family. I will not rest or waver until they are brought down.

Die Leute sagen, dass nachts die Geister einer ermordeten Familie durch die Flure von Ashburn House irren. Als Adrienne vor der Haustür des gotischen Hauses ankommt, hat sie nur einen Koffer, 20 Dollar und ihre Katze. Sie weiß nicht, warum Tante Edith ihr Ashburn vermacht hat, aber es ist ein Erbe, das sie unmöglich ablehnen kann.

Far too many children can say they know the depths of growing up with an alcoholic mother, Iris Hawthorne is one of them. A youth filled with turbulence and tragedies in upstate New York, Iris strives most to become anything unlike her mother, Vera. She takes her first opportunity to get away for college and heads south to New Orleans. Iris tries to start a new life, attempting to suppress her old fears and anxieties. However, without truly getting help, she finds herself shifting into a vicious cycle, not so different than her mother’s.

Teams of kids are baking, building, and decorating. The project guidelines are clear: The winning house must stand upright on its own and a gingerbread boy and girl must fit inside. Sounds easy? It would be except…cookies burn, the icing is too thin, the house caves-in, someone is eating the candy decorations, and — oh! — they forgot about the gingerbread boy and girl.

Do you want to start options trading, but you’re afraid you’ll just lose money? Designed with the beginner in mind, Options Trading for Beginners is your ticket to the world of options trading. Forget the complex jargon and confusing terminology, this powerful audiobook delves deep into calls, puts, and the options market with simple, easy-to-understand explanations. You don’t need to be a maths whiz or a data analyst to make money with this incredible tool - and this audiobook is here to show you how.

Upon meeting someone for the first time, it can be hard to work out what kind of person they are. Reading People is a powerful way to realize people's intentions, figure out who is sincere, manage relationships and much more. The ability to read a person gives us a massive advantage in business, love and life. You might be on a date, in a business meeting, or in a negotiation and wish you to know how to read the other people.

A test-tube baby, 15-year-old Jake Rose is half human and half alien. After living with his mother on Rison for most of his life, he finally comes to Earth to live with his human father's grandparents on Bainbridge Island in Puget Sound. His mother, Dayexi Quad-de is Rison's ambassador to Earth. She's tasked with finding Risonians a new home on Earth in a peaceful manner. Jake accidentally discovers that Earth's elite ELLIS forces are tying to sabotage Mt. Rainier and make it explode so that they can blame it on the Risonian aliens.

Wendy is one among many women abducted by the mysterious Wozzinites, an alien race who have been covertly raiding Earth for years in search of female humans. These aliens are enigmatic, powerful, and desperate for human women for reasons that remain hidden but are rumored to be for breeding. Wendy, ever resilient, is determined not to become a pawn in their game, no matter the cost. As she navigates the treacherous landscape of her captivity, she discovers dark truths about her captors and their intentions.

When cousins Mellie and Dennis decide to get a cat, they consider carefully what breed would be best for each family. For example, Mellie wants a cat that pounces, but Dennis wants a lazy cat, like his lazy dog, Clark Kent. Mellie wants a lap cat, but Dennis just wants a warm body beside him. They consider different cat personalities, family situations, and personal preferences.

Just as Stephen Covey's "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" provided readers with guiding principles for greater personal effectiveness, "The Personal Power Program" gives women guiding steps toward greater personal empowerment and fulfillment.In a world where power is typically measured by external influence, Holmer emphasizes the true essence of power: The ability to shape your own life. This power to choose your path and take action to achieve your goals comes from the synergy of well-being in three key areas: Self, Body & Money.

The last thing I remember is an outing gone wrong, with lives lost in the name of war and the feeling of death grasping at my soul. But I fought. I will not give up, and I will seek revenge.

Award-winning author Darcy Tamayose returns with Ezra’s Ghosts, a collection of fantastical stories linked by a complex mingling of language and culture, as well as a deep understanding of grief and what it makes of us. Within this book a scholar writes home from the Ryukyu islands, not knowing that his hometown will soon face a deadly calamity of its own. Another seeker of truth is trapped in Ezra after her violent death, and must watch how her family—and her killer—alter in her absence.