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by Luisa Jeter WalkerEste manual satisface dos necesidades: la de conocer las doctrinas falsas para permanecer firmes en la verdad y la de aprender a acercarse con amor y argumentos sólidos a quienes vagan extraviados en las tinieblas del error.Los santos de los Últimos Días. La confesión positiva. El movimiento de la Nueva Era. La teología de la liberación. ¿Qué dice la Biblia? Hay camino que al hombre le parece derecho; Pero su fin es camino de muerte, escribo el sabio Salomón en Proverbios 14:12. Hoy más que nunca es necesario disponer de un manual sencillo y de solida argumentación bíblica como el que la autora pone a disposición del mundo evangélico.Walker, un misionero veterano en América Latina, ayuda al lector a reconocer las doctrinas falsas y brinda asistencia y consejo sólido a aquellos atrapados en sectas por malas interpretaciones bíblicas.Which Way?This manual satisfies two needs: that of knowing false doctrines in order to remain firm in the truth and that of learning to approach those who wander lost in the darkness of error with love and solid arguments.Saint of the Later Days Positive Confession Movement of a New Era The Theology of Liberation What does the Bible Say? "There is way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death," Solomon wrote in Proverbs 14:12. Today it is necessary to have a simple and strong biblical manual, like the one that the author offers to the evangelical world. This manual satisfies two needs: to identify false doctrines so we can stay strong in the truth, and to love and direct those that are lost in the darkness to the light, Jesus Christ.A veteran missionary to Latin America, Walker helps the reader recognize false doctrines and provides assistance and sound counsel to those trapped in cults by Biblical misinterpretations.
The Perfect Rom-Com: A Romance Novel for Book Lovers
by Melissa Ferguson"Melissa Ferguson delivers yet another sparkling, laugh-out-loud romance!" --RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times bestselling authorShe&’s written dozens of smash-hit romance novels. Too bad no one knows it.Aspiring author Bryony Page attends her first writers conference bursting with optimism and ready to sell her manuscript with long-shot dreams of raising awareness for The Bridge, her grandmother&’s financially struggling organization where she teaches ESL full-time. But after a disastrous pitch session, she stumbles into correcting another author&’s work in a last-ditch attempt to make a good impression with the agent. And she, as it turns out, is spot on.No one is more surprised than Bryony when the agent offers her the opportunity to be a ghostwriter for Amelia Benedict, popular rom-com novelist. Bryony agrees on one condition: she&’ll write books for this vain, demanding woman just as long as Jack Sterling, literary agent of the legendary Foundry Literary Agency, works to sell her own book too.What nobody predicted, however, was that Bryony&’s books would turn Amelia Benedict into the Amelia Benedict, household name and bestselling author with millions of copies sold around the world.And just like that, the Foundry Agency can&’t let her go.But on a personal note, Jack is realizing he can&’t either.Don't miss the delightful romantic comedy, The Perfect Rom-Com by Melissa Ferguson, a story of two seemingly mismatched hearts brought together by fate, proving that sometimes, the perfect love story is hidden in the pages of a well-loved book." . . . clever and adorable . . . brimming with warm humor and a lot of heart . . . " --Rachel Linden, bestselling author of The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie"I loved this book!" --Sheila Roberts, USA TODAY bestselling author of The Best Life Book Club"I couldn't put this book down!" --Suzanne Allain, author of Mr. Malcolm's List
Art with Markers: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Vivid Landscapes and Cityscapes with Acrylic Pens
by Angela PanA beautiful and accessible guide to making art with markers, from beloved artist Angela Pan.Versatile and approachable, marker pens are the must-have material for aspiring artists. Like watercolor, acrylic paint markers are beginner-friendly—you need just a bit of targeted instruction to achieve the styles you admire online. But where to begin?In Art with Markers, Angela Pan gives straightforward and thorough guidance on beginning your journey to becoming the artist you want to be. This handy art instruction book includes:22 illustrated, step-by-step projectsColor mixing, drawing, and blending techniquesTroubleshooting tips for preparing, cleaning, and storing markersWork through these pages and you’ll have your own collection of stunning landscape images and all the tools you need to turn your imagination into original marker art. Whether you’re curious to try a new medium or are already a fan of marker brands like Posca and Molotow, this book will be the perfect companion on your creative journey.EASY-TO-FOLLOW GUIDE: Step-by-step instructions make it possible for artists of all levels to enjoy and learn. This is an essential resource for art students and hobbyists wanting to add markers to their repertoire.POPULAR MARKER ARTIST: Angela Pan's dreamy landscapes and cityscapes, inspired by her travels, have won her many fans. She has created art kits and a series of sketchbooks for Mossery, been exhibited at Gallery Nucleus, and offers a drawing class on Domestika. WONDERFUL ART GIFT: Beautifully packaged, with full-color artwork throughout, this makes a great present alongside a set of markers. Perfect for the aspiring artist or art lover in your life!Perfect for:Aspiring creatives and art studentsExperienced artists branching out into the marker mediumFans of Angela Pan's art and tutorialsArt journalers and travel journalersFans of manga/anime and manga/anime-style illustrationGift-giving for birthday, graduation, bon voyage, or any special occasion
Hamlyn All Colour Cookery: THE MUST-HAVE COOKBOOK WITH OVER ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD (Hamlyn All Colour Cookery)
by Sara Lewis**MORE THAN HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD** For those on the go, it can be tricky to find the time and energy to prepare healthy home-cooked meals. However, with a slow cooker, you can make sure you have tasty, nourishing dishes every day of the week. Requiring only minimal preparation, a slow cooker will cook your ingredients throughout the day or overnight, producing a delicious meal that is ready to eat as soon as you are.From the trusted Hamlyn All Colour Cookery series, this cookbook provides over 200 unfussy, low-cost recipes for you to enjoy, with tasty ideas for breakfast and light bites, meat and fish dishes, vegetarian meals and easy desserts. Whether you want to batch-cook lunch for the week or prep your dinner in the morning so it's ready by the evening, your slow cooker will help you save on costs, plan your meals and steer clear of convenience food - all with very little effort.CONTENTS INCLUDES:Breakfasts & Light BitesEggs en Cocotte with Salmon; Banana & Cinnamon Porridge; Gingered Sweet Potato SoupMeat, Poultry & GameSlow-braised Pork with Ratatouille; Sun-dried Tomato & Chicken Pilaf; Spiced Meatballs with Dill SauceFish & SeafoodSalmon in Hot Miso Broth; Macaroni with Smoked Haddock; Tuna ArrabbiataVegetablesMushroom & Walnut Cobbler; Green Bean Risotto with Pesto; Pumpkin & Parmesan GnocchiDesserts, Drinks & PreservesDark Chocolate & Coffee Pots; Chillied Tomato & Garlic Chutney; Mulled Cranberry & Red Wine200 Slow Cooker Recipes has sold more than 500,000 copies in the UK according to Nielsen BookScan
Persiana: Recipes from the Middle East & Beyond
by Sabrina GhayourTHE 10th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION OF SABRINA GHAYOUR'S MIDDLE-EASTERN COOKBOOK - WITH A GOLD-FOILED TEAL JACKET, SILKY RIBBON MARKER AND GLOSSY, GOLD EDGES TO CELEBRATE A DELICIOUS DECADE OF THIS MUST-HAVE RECIPE COLLECTION'It was clear the moment Persiana came out that Sabrina Ghayour was a real talent, and so it has proved! Happy 10th Birthday to the book that started it all!' - Nigella Lawson'The golden girl of Persian cookery' - Observer'This is Ottolenghi with rocket fuel' - Times'A fantastic treasure trove of good food' - Raymond Blanc'Sumptuous, thrilling, learned and downright brilliant' - Mail on Sunday'Brilliant for the novice, the time-poor and even the seasoned cook' - Guardian'Will have you salivating with Pavlovian gusto' - IndependentThis enhanced edition of Sabrina Ghayour's original Sunday Times bestselling collection of over 100 recipes for simple, fuss-free, easy and unmissable Middle-Eastern inspired dishes full of flavour is the must-have cookbook you'll use again and again. CONTENTS INCLUDE: Mezze & Sharing PlatesAubergine chermoula; Marinated feta; Spiced lamb koftaBreads & GrainsEastern-style foccacia; Persian bejewelled rice; Lamb biryaniSoups, Stews & TaginesChicken, preserved lemon & olive tagine; Lamb shank, black garlic & tomato tagine; Seafood & saffron stewRoasts & GrillsSeared beef with pomegranate & balsamic dressing; Prawns with sumac, coriander, lemon & garlic; Lamb & pistachio pattiesSalads & VegetablesBlood orange & radicchio salad; Fig & green bean salad with date molasses & toasted almonds; Cumin-roasted carrots with honey-lemon dressing & goats' cheeseDesserts & Sweet TreatsBaklava; Pistachio, rose & raspberry madeleines; Strawberry & pineapple carpaccio
Indian Cookery Course
by Monisha Bharadwaj'Monisha Bharadwaj [is] an Indian cooking authority,' The New York TimesThis comprehensive guide to Indian cooking explores the myriad regional varieties of authentic, healthy and lesser known Indian recipes. With chapters broken down into: Rice, Breads, Meat, Fish & Seafood, Poultry, Eggs, Dairy, Lentils & Beans, Vegetables, Snack & Sides, Grills, Salads & Raitas, Chutneys & Relishes, Desserts and Drinks, Monisha covers a varied range of dishes as well as providing insights into ingredients, techniques and step-by-step masterclasses to help you recreate classic and popular recipes. Monisha offers a vivid overview of India's colourful traditions and geographical differences, from the earthy lentil dishes of the North to the coconut-based curries which are a staple in the South. Including advice on the building blocks of Indian cuisine, such as how to make a basic curry and how to cook the perfect rice, plus tips on the different varieties of rice and how to shop for the best type for each dish. Monisha teaches you how to make traditional Indian food at home, based on the principles of good health and touching on the values of Ayurveda. The Indian Cookery Course is the ultimate guide to everything you ever wanted to know about Indian food.
Multiparameter Flow Cytometry in the Diagnosis of Hematologic Malignancies
by Anna Porwit Marie-Christine BénéMaster the implementation of flow cytometry techniques in diagnosing complex hematologic diseases and malignancies in patients with this comprehensive and practical guide. Featuring updated recommendations on pre-analytical steps, instrument settings and panel construction, this manual offers invaluable support for those diagnosing, treating and researching hematologic malignancies. Written by leading experts in the field, this book puts flow cytometry into everyday context. Through engaging with differential diagnoses, the manual offers an accurate description of specific features of malignancies and mimicking conditions. It also places flow cytometry in the scope of integrated diagnosis according to WHO and ICC classifications. Fully updated throughout, this second edition provides new literature and concepts, and presents new AI-based analytical methods. Richly illustrated and in full colour, this book is an ideal resource for those working in flow cytometry laboratories.
The Bible's First Kings: Uncovering the Story of Saul, David, and Solomon
by Avraham Faust Zev I. FarberSaul, David, and Solomon are dominant figures in the Hebrew Bible, rulers of an expanding Israelite polity before it dissolved into two separate kingdoms. Saul's paranoid jealousy, David's killing the Philistine champion Goliath with a slingshot, and Solomon's meeting the Queen of Sheba are familiar stories to many people, but what is the truth behind the texts? While scholars long believed these three monarchs to have been historical personalities, over the past three decades many have questioned the historicity of this United Monarchy, some doubting even the existence of its founding fathers. This book robustly argues that the Israelite kingdom of the Bible was a real mini-empire, and that Saul, David, and Solomon were kings of consequence – even if the biblical stories reimagine their lives to glorify and vilify them. Combining fresh archaeological evidence with astute readings of key texts, the authors offer a compelling reconstruction of this fascinating ancient polity which, though it lasted less than a hundred years, has bequeathed a remarkable religious and cultural legacy to the western world. Written in a clear and engaging style, this book will be of interest to scholars and general audiences alike.
Teaching History in Higher Education: Ethics, Aims, Methods
by Edward Ross DickinsonWhat are the distinctive characteristics of the discipline of history? How do we teach those characteristics effectively, and what benefits do they offer students? How can history instructors engage an increasingly diverse student body? Teaching History in Higher Education offers instructors an innovative and coherent approach to their discipline, addressing the specific advantages that studying history can bring. Edward Ross Dickinson examines the evolution of methods and concepts in the discipline over the past two hundred years, showing how instructors can harness its complexity to aid the intellectual engagement of their students. This book explores the potential of history to teach us how to ask questions in unique and powerful ways, and how to pursue answers that are open and generative. Building on a coherent ethical foundation for the discipline, Teaching History in Higher Education presents a range of concrete techniques for making history instruction fruitful for students and teachers alike.
Ganymede (Cambridge Planetary Science)
by Martin Volwerk, Melissa Mcgrath, Xianzhe Jia and Tilman SpohnWith ESA's upcoming JUpiter ICy moons Explorer (JUICE) mission to Jupiter and Ganymede, this book provides a fascinating and timely summary of our current knowledge about Ganymede: the largest moon in the Solar System and the only one with an intrinsic magnetic field. Written by a team of multidisciplinary experts spanning geology, space physics and habitability, it provides up-to-date knowledge about Ganymede. The history of its discovery, formation, surface, atmosphere and space environment are discussed in accessible language and supported by the enormous amount of data obtained by Galileo, the Hubble Space Telescope and earlier missions. The latest surface maps of Ganymede are also presented, providing an invaluable reference for graduate students and researchers working in planetary science.
The Pluralistic Frameworks of Ibn Rushd and Abdullahi Ahmed An-Na'im (Elements in Comparative Political Theory)
by Ayesha OmarThe purpose of this Element is to analyse the assiduous attempts of two Islamic political thinkers-the 12th century Andalusian philosopher Ibn Rushd and the contemporary Sudanese reformist Abdullahi Ahmed An-Na'im-to theorise Islamic politics through an approach the author refers to as 'pluralistic frameworks'. A pluralistic framework, is a systematic mediation of Islamic ethics and politics that incorporates extra-Islamic traditions of thought from diverse sources. Pluralistic frameworks selectively and self-consciously enable dialogue, synthesis, and hybridity and seek to maintain a distinct conception of Islamic ethics that concords with a preferred set of political arguments. They enable reflexivity within the ethical purview of Islam and with an awareness of the normativity of sharī'a.Both Ibn Rushd and An-Na'im reconcile sharī'a in two very different ways, but to a common end; Ibn Rushd lays out a method of harmonisation with Greek thought, while An-Na'im resorts to the radical subversion of sharia under liberal thought.
Principles of Behavioral Economics: Microeconomics and Human Behavior
by Sanjit DhamiPrinciples of Behavioral Economics, written by an acknowledged leader in the field, provides a comprehensive introduction to one of the most exciting areas of modern economics. It demonstrates how models of economic theory can be enriched by using interdisciplinary insights from psychology, sociology, evolutionary biology, and neuroscience to build the basis for a more empirically supported set of economic principles. Unique in its level of rigor and lucidity, the book highlights the important link between theoretical and empirical economics by demonstrating the usefulness of a range of data sources such as observational data, lab data, survey data, and neuroeconomic data. This field-defining textbook argues that behavioral economics is not just a supplement to mainstream economics. Taking behavioral economics seriously requires a total rethink, and eventual transformation, of every area of economics.
Manual of Pediatric Cardiac Care: Volume I
by Talât Mesud Yelbuz Yousif Saleh Alakeel Mohamed Salim Kabbani Abdullah Ali Alghamdi Mohammed Abdullah Bin-Moallim Wael Jasim Mohamed HusainThis two-volume manual covers the most relevant protocols in pediatric cardiac care to serve as a practical guide that matches and reflects the high level of accumulated knowledge and expertise in this clinical field. It includes 179 chapters and offers comprehensive, precise, and up-to-date practical tips with specific care protocols to provide the most efficient strategies for high-quality care in patients with congenital heart disease (CHD). This book simplifies learning with many tables, flowcharts, graphs, and algorithms for easy access and fast action. Volume I covers many key sections, such as prenatal morphogenesis and physiology of the human heart, fetal cardiology, neonates and congenital heart disease, cardiac imaging, pediatric cardiac catheterization, pediatric cardiac electrophysiology, critical events and emergency procedures in pediatric cardiac care, management of specific cardiac conditions, general pediatric and subspecialty issues related to children with CHD, follow-up standards in pediatric outpatient cardiology clinic, prophylaxis in children with CHD, quality aspects, professional conduct and training in pediatric cardiac care. This manual is a must-have resource for pediatricians, neonatologists, clinical pharmacy specialists, pediatric intensive care physicians, pediatric cardiologists, pediatric cardiac intensive care physicians, pediatric cardiac surgeons, and/or surgeons interested in pediatric cardiac surgery.
Chinese Mental Health Scale Translation (New Frontiers in Translation Studies)
by Meng Ji Yi ShanThis open access book illustrates the key steps and procedures of developing mental health scales into linguistically and culturally appropriate translations. Through illustrative case studies, we demonstrate that traditional forward and backward translation have significant methodological limitations when applied in mental health scale translation, such as linguistic and cultural inaccessibility and inaccuracy in the clinic. Our book will stimulate more academic debates and further systematic research into the significant, interdisciplinary area of mental health translation, which has been underexplored in Translation Studies.
Die Verstetigung internationaler Hochschulstudienprogramme: Eine Governance-Analyse deutsch-arabischer Hochschulkooperationen (Educational Governance #59)
by Younes QrirouAufgrund der politischen Umwälzungen der letzten zwanzig Jahre __ in der Region Mittlerer Osten und Nordafrika (MENA) gewann die deutsch-arabische Hochschulzusammenarbeit eine strategische Bedeutung für die deutsche Entwicklungspolitik. Der Deutsche Akademische Austauschdienst (DAAD) unterstützte zwischen 2005 und 2020 den Aufbau von zehn kooperativen Studienprogrammen mit Partneruniversitäten in Ägypten, Jordanien und dem Libanon. Diese Programme hatten das Ziel, einen entwicklungspolitischen Impact in Bereichen wie nachhaltige Stadtentwicklung, integriertes Wassermanagement, Förderung erneuerbarer Energien sowie wirtschaftlicher und politischer Transition zu erzielen. Bisher fehlen theoretisch fundierte Untersuchungen zur komplexen Durchführung solcher Studienprogramme. Diese Studie untersucht aus organisationstheoretischer Perspektive, wie Kooperationspartner gegenseitiges Vertrauen aufbauen, institutionelle Legitimität erlangen und Ressourcenabhängigkeit umgehen können, um internationale Hochschulstudienprogramme nach der Gründungsphase zu verstetigen. Mittels umfassender Dokumenten- und Interviewbasierte Analyse der Bedingungen der Entstehung und Umsetzung der Studienprogramme werden Mechanismen der kooperativen Governance identifiziert, die die Programmverstetigung fördern. Abschließend typisiert die Studie Organisationsformen deutsch-arabischer Hochschulkooperationen und gibt Empfehlungen für Initiatoren und Förderer kooperativer Studienprogramme.
Frontiers of Human Centricity in the Artificial Intelligence-Driven Society 5.0 (Studies in Systems, Decision and Control #226)
by Azzam Hannoon Sameh ReyadAccording to Serpa (in MDPI encyclopedia) [3], Society 5.0 can be realized as a concept and a guide for social development, with a profound impact on current societal structures in multiple levels. Society 5.0 achieves advanced convergence between cyberspace and physical space, enabling AI-based on big data and robots to perform or support as an agent the work and adjustments that humans have done up to now. Deguchi et al., [4] define Society 5.0 as a highly intelligent society based on generation, processing, exchange of data, and more specifically knowledge, through the connection of the physical environment with the cyberspace. Achieving Society 5.0 with these attributes would enable the world to realize economic development while solving key social problems. It would additionally contribute to achieving the SDGs established by the United Nations. Despite the differences in formulation of the names of these periods and societies, it is obvious that each of them became a basis for step like growth in developed society; at, specific time periods, scale, character and depth of these changes are different in different countries. Consequently, to address the aims of the book, it seeks exploratory, empirical, interpretive, and theoretical research built on either primary or secondary data. The approaches suggested are not exhaustive and can be extended upon by the researchers. In addition, the book will contribute towards the UN’s sustainable development goals. In support of UN’s efforts towards a more digital economy, this book aims to debate and discuss the history, genesis, future, opportunities, and challenges of transitioning to Society 5.0. and provides a holistic perspective on a variety of topics special topics which contribute towards the optimal attainment of the SDGs, particularly in terms of socialdimensions. Finally, this book provides a platform for researchers, academics, and professionals to the transition and technological enablers of industrial revolutions through empirical or exploratory studies that use a variety of innovative approaches. The target audience of the book includes researchers and scholars who will find in its comprehensive knowledge about industry 4, industry 5, society 5 and its contribution to economic growth and sustainable development goals (SDGs). Furthermore, the book’s secondary target audience are teachers, managers, strategists, professionals, governments, and policymakers.
Revisiting the Eclipse of Darwinism: A Historiographical and Philosophical Analysis (Evolutionary Biology – New Perspectives on Its Development #8)
by Michał Jakub WagnerThis book focuses on a critical reexamination of two prominent categories used in modern historiography of biology – “the eclipse of Darwinism” and the “modern synthesis”. The main objective is to critically analyze the main existing interpretations of the “eclipse of Darwinism” and emergence of the “modern synthesis”, with particular emphasis on the philosophical assumptions adopted in these interpretations. Thus, interpretations by Ernst Mayr, Peter Bowler, Mark Largent and modern historians who challenge these perspectives are discussed and critically evaluated The analysis of the above interpretations makes it possible to determine how the philosophy of science limits the interpretation of the history of a given field, and also serves as a starting point for proposing an original interpretation of the above period in the history of evolutionary biology. The ultimate goal will therefore be a proposal of a new interpretative perspective to answer following questions: Why did the “eclipse of the Darwinism” occur? How should its origins to be understood? Why did it end (and why did the “modern synthesis” emerge)? Main thesis of this book is that the “eclipse” was a direct response to inconsistent ontology upon which Darwin built his theory of evolution. Darwin referred to terms and concepts rooted in the philosophy of essentialism, which was problematic, because he tried to apply these essentialist concepts to his vision of the ever-changing nature. Therefore, all of the anti-Darwinian theories characteristic to the “eclipse of Darwinism” and later to the “modern synthesis” were produced in an attempt to reconcile essentialism with evolution and thus to correct Darwin's philosophical “error.” The book will appeal to biologists, philosophers and historians alike.
Sociale vaardigheden op de OK (Operatieve zorg en technieken)
by Marga Hop Irene Muller-SchoofDit leerboek biedt inzicht in de sociale vaardigheden die je nodig hebt voor het werken op een operatiekamercomplex. Het boek is geschreven voor de student-operatieassistent en -anesthesiemedewerker, maar ook zeer geschikt voor de zorgprofessional die in het werkveld van de OK zich verder wil ontwikkelen in (persoonlijke) sociale vaardigheden. Die vaardigheden variëren van gesprekken voeren met patiënten en collega’s, organiseren en plannen tot overleggen en vergaderen. Het boek is onderdeel van de reeks Operatieve Zorg & Technieken, die speciaal ontwikkeld werd voor de opleiding tot operatieassistent. Deze vijfde herziene druk van Sociale vaardigheden op de OK bestaat uit vijf delen, die grondig zijn aangepast om te voldoen aan de nieuwste inzichten. Deel I gaat in op het bouwen aan je eigen professionele identiteit. Deel II gaat over samenwerken in je beroep. Deel III geeft inzicht in gesprekken voeren met patiënten. Deel IV geeft verdieping in teamdynamiek. Deel V gaat over werkbegeleiding en deskundigheidsbevordering. Elk deel begint met een casus over de student Pieter, waarmee de lezer aan de hand van vele reflectievragen kan reflecteren op de situatie en op zichzelf. Vervolgens worden de hoofdstukken gepresenteerd, waarbij de leerstof wordt verduidelijkt door te verwijzen naar de casus. Voor extra verdieping zijn QR-codes toegevoegd door de hoofdstukken heen.
What Happens On Vacation
by Jo Watson"This sizzling, steamy enemies to lovers romance will keep you hooked throughout - and have you laughing out loud, too!" —BETH REEKLES"A total joy to read. Witty, romantic and laced with *chef's kiss* sexual tension, it's the perfect slice of summer escapism." —CATHERINE WALSH"Sizzling, sexy and great fun - the perfect holiday read." —SOPHIE COUSENSJo Watson delivers a hilarious and heartfelt enemies-to-lovers, forced-proximity rom-com! It's the book you won't want to go on holiday without! Perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Beth O'Leary, and Christina Lauren.Journalist Margaret loves her job, writing important stories about the impact of government decisions on day-to-day lives for a respected newspaper in Johannesburg. There’s only one problem: her co-worker, Jagger Villain. Is that even his real name? she often wonders. Jagger spends his days writing fluff pieces on everything from the worst-rated barber in Johannesburg to speed dating to male sex toys. To make matters worse, they share a cubicle and a desk, and every day he finds new ways to drive her to distraction. She needs a vacation! Thankfully the upcoming company quiz night has the perfect first prize: a deluxe trip to a resort in Zanzibar. It will be the perfect escape for Margaret and her mother after a difficult year dealing with the death of her father and divorce. Margaret’s never met a quiz night she can’t win, but then she’s never competed against Jagger. That’s when the unthinkable happens. They tie. They both win. They both get to go to Zanzibar. It’s bad enough that Margaret has to be on the same island as Jagger, but at least she has her widowed mother with her to help her avoid her co-worker and whoever he brings. However, Jagger’s plus one isn’t what she expected. It’s not some girl of the moment, it's his father, which shakes up her opinion of him . . . at least a bit. And that’s when the entire situation goes from farce to horror show: their parents fall in love and decide to get married.Suddenly Margaret and Jagger go from co-workers who dislike each other (but also ‘accidentally’ had sex one night,) to step siblings who dislike each other (but also ‘accidentally’ had sex one night!). But maybe they don’t dislike each other as much as they initially thought they did?
The Island at the Center of the World
by Russell ShortoIn a riveting, groundbreaking narrative, Russell Shorto tells the story of New Netherland, the Dutch colony which pre-dated the Pilgrims and established ideals of tolerance and individual rights that shaped American history. "Astonishing . . . A book that will permanently alter the way we regard our collective past." --The New York Times When the British wrested New Amsterdam from the Dutch in 1664, the truth about its thriving, polyglot society began to disappear into myths about an island purchased for 24 dollars and a cartoonish peg-legged governor. But the story of the Dutch colony of New Netherland was merely lost, not destroyed: 12,000 pages of its records–recently declared a national treasure–are now being translated. Russell Shorto draws on this remarkable archive in The Island at the Center of the World, which has been hailed by The New York Times as &“a book that will permanently alter the way we regard our collective past.&” The Dutch colony pre-dated the &“original&” thirteen colonies, yet it seems strikingly familiar. Its capital was cosmopolitan and multi-ethnic, and its citizens valued free trade, individual rights, and religious freedom. Their champion was a progressive, young lawyer named Adriaen van der Donck, who emerges in these pages as a forgotten American patriot and whose political vision brought him into conflict with Peter Stuyvesant, the autocratic director of the Dutch colony. The struggle between these two strong-willed men laid the foundation for New York City and helped shape American culture. The Island at the Center of the World uncovers a lost world and offers a surprising new perspective on our own.
Ties that Bind Us
by Nicole KnightA steamy arranged marriage, enemies-to-lovers, mafia romance perfect for fans of Ana Huang and L.J. Shen.From strangers to lovers, from enemies to family, from mafia princess to . . . mafia wife? Ava Moretti is a mafia princess with a fiery personality and an aversion to doing what she's told. Nick Caponelli is next in line to lead the Caponelli mafia—he&’s used to getting exactly what he wants. When they meet by chance one night, neither has any idea they are from rival crime families. After a night of passion, they are supposed to part ways and never see each other again. But fate has bigger plans, and soon Ava must make a decision that will change her life forever. What comes first: love or family?For fans of Ana Huang, Rhenna Morgan, and L.J. Shen, Nicole Knight&’s steamy, intense, and action-packed mafia romance begins the Caponelli saga, in which Ava Moretti must face both her dreams and her fears as she weds mafia boss Nick Caponelli.
Playmaker: A Hidden Attractions Novel
by Deanna FaisonSpring Break is about having fun–and a steamy friends with benefits relationship for Maddie and Cameron until they realize they might be falling in love. This BookTok sensation is perfect for fans of Hannah Grace&’s Icebreaker and Tessa Bailey&’s spicy rom-coms.What started as a game just got serious.Cameron's a hot NFL prospect, and a total player on and off the field. But his moves don't seem to work on Maddie. While she once crushed on him hard, that crush has since faded. She&’s got big plans of her own and they don&’t include him.Then Spring Break turns their plans, and their feelings, upside down. Maddie and Cameron start a steamy affair, sneaking around behind their families&’ backs. But there's one big problem: Maddie&’s WAY overprotective brother–who happens to be Cameron&’s BFF. Will Cam be able to admit he's got real feelings? Will Maddie ever be able to stand up to her brother and make her own decisions?One thing's for sure, their choices will change their life playbooks for good.Based on the smash Webnovel, MY BROTHER'S BEST FRIEND, this spicy sports romance is sure to give readers a thrill.
Alaska Ivory Hunter: Rogue Adventures in the Far North
by Neil EklundThis is a true history of the gift of the many adven- tures I've been able to enjoy in the magnificent state of Alaska. My life in Alaska transitioned from legal exciting and wild exploits to what has still been a life full of adventure, but a life that was at the edge of the law. Alaska is an immense wilderness. It doesn't need federal protection. It needs to be left under state control so that its bountiful resources can be harvested and developed responsibly as the state has always done. Federal interference in the affairs of Alaska, which already has a great state govern- ment, has actually had a terribly negative influence on all the people of Alaska.
Miserere: An Autumn Tale, Fully Revised
by T. FrohockEverything has a price, and those who deal with the devil pay dearly in this enthralling dark fantasy about redemption, sacrifice, and a Hell-bound battle between good and evil.Exiled exorcist Lucian Negru made a choice that has haunted him for years. He abandoned his lover, Rachael, to Hell to save the damned soul of his sister, Catarina. But Catarina doesn't want to be saved. Now a prisoner in his reviled sister’s home, Lucian is being used as a tool to help fulfill Catarina’s wicked dreams: unleash the demons of the underworld to wage a war above.Lucian's first step in thwarting Catarina’s plan is to make amends with the past. Escaping captivity, he is determined to find Rachael even if it means entering the gates of Hell itself. Only then does he cross paths with a young girl fleeing from her own terrors. With the frightened foundling in tow, Lucian embarks on a journey to right a terrible wrong, to protect the innocent, and to rescue the woman he loves.But no one escapes Catarina’s wrath. She’s just as driven in her pursuit: to track down her brother wherever it leads. And when she finds him, and she will, she vows to turn his heart to glass, grind it to powder, and crush the souls of everyone he loves.
Good Victory
by Mikka JacobsenDebut stories about the absurdity of growing up and being human in the twenty-first century.A woman finds her childhood friend working in a booth at a psychic fair in the West Edmonton Mall courtyard. A lonely neuropsychology student steals cocaine from his lab rat to impress a Tinder date. Teenage girls play a dangerous game and discover a portal to another reality. These penetrating stories explore the strangeness and absurdity of being human in the twenty-first century: high school dances and teen pregnancy, bearded ladies and neighbourhood flashers, life coaches and Dolly Parton karaoke. Both unsettling and illuminating, Good Victory shines light in dark places.