Alley Knight’s world was falling apart. Her father’s once-thriving business empire was crumbling, leaving her with a desperate choice. She needed help-fast. But the only man powerful enough to save them was also the last person she wanted to face.Diego Mendez.The name alone sent a shiver down her spine. The devastatingly handsome Spanish billionaire and infamous playboy had once been her everything-her first love, the man who had awakened her deepest desires. But he was also ...

At just 21, Emily Pierce had grown accustomed to the chaotic, fast-paced world of bartending in one of New York’s most popular nightclubs. Balancing drinks and dodging unwanted advances was all part of the job-or so she thought. But one fateful night, things went too far. A group of drunken men crossed the line, leaving her shaken but determined to defend herself.Emily escaped the situation, her fiery spirit unbroken, but she never expected what came next. The men turned the tables,...

When death takes a "special person," it hurts. But it hurts a little less with time. And still less with more time.One morning you will wake up and your loss will not be the first thing you think about. And then you will know that it's just a bit better than it was in the beginning. . .Grieving the death of one you love...It Hurts To Lose a Special Person expresses love and concern with strong spiritual sentiment, ...

Gemma, who works at a publishing company in London, has been steadily climbing the ladder to success. One day, just when she thought she would get promoted, the company was sold off. Rumor has it that a new editor-in-chief will come in. When he arrives, Gemma looks at the handsome man and freezes. Why is Marcus here? Years ago, she spent the best days of her life with this man and fell deeply in love. However, Gemma distanced herself after she found out the truth about him—and she guarded ...

From 1966 to 1971 the First Australian Task Force was part of the counterinsurgency campaign in South Vietnam. Though considered a small component of the Free World effort in the war, these troops from Australia and New Zealand were in fact the best trained and prepared for counterinsurgency warfare. However, until now, their achievements have been largely overlooked by military historians. The Search for Tactical Success in Vietnam sheds new light on this campaign by examining the thousan...

A collection of paranormal fantasy novellas in the main series of the multi-author shared world of Havenwood Falls, home to sexy men, strong women, and neighbors who bite.Flames Among the Frost by Amy HaleTrouble has a way of finding Jetta Mills, and she quickly learns that the best place for a frost dragon shifter is back within the warded borders of home—Havenwood Falls. When Conrad Monroe is hired to find a thie...

FINALIST -- The National Jewish Book AwardIn this deeply personal journey of discovery, Ami Ayalon seeks input and perspective from Palestinians and Israelis whose experiences differ from his own. As head of the Shin Bet security agency, he gained empathy for "the enemy" and learned that when Israel carries out anti-terrorist operations in a political context of hopelessness, the Palestinian public will support violence, because they have nothing to lose. Researchi...

FINALIST -- The National Jewish Book AwardIn this deeply personal journey of discovery, Ami Ayalon seeks input and perspective from Palestinians and Israelis whose experiences differ from his own. As head of the Shin Bet security agency, he gained empathy for "the enemy" and learned that when Israel carries out anti-terrorist operations in a political context of hopelessness, the Palestinian public will support violence, because they have nothing to lose. Researchi...

"That certain groups do much better in America than others—as measured by income, occupational status, test scores, and so on—is difficult to talk about. In large part this is because the topic feels racially charged. The irony is that the facts actually debunk racial stereotypes. There are black and Hispanic subgroups in the United States far outperforming many white and Asian subgroups. Moreover, there’s a demonstrable arc to group success

A research-based foundational overview of contemporary adult educationFoundations of Adult and Continuing Education distills decades of scholarship in the field to provide students and practitioners with an up-to-date practical resource. Grounded in research and focused on the unique needs of adult learners, this book provides a foundational overview of adult education, and an introduction to the organizations and practices developed to support adult learn...

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Change Your Habits, Change Your Life equips you with strategies to break bad habits, build better ones, and take control of your future—one step at a time.Ready to change your life, but not sure how? This book brings together the wisdom of 100 people who’ve been exactly where you are—feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. Through their personal stories and practical strategies, you’ll learn how small, consistent ha...

Presenting ways in which Restorative Yoga can contribute to healing emotional wounds, this book invites yoga teachers, therapists and practitioners to consider the psychological impact of ethnic and race-based stress and trauma. It aids in the process of uncovering, examining, and healing one's own emotional wounds and offers insight into avoiding wounding or re-wounding others.The book describes how race-based traumatic stress differs from PTSD and why a more targeted approach to ...