Fatherhood Matters! is a powerful exploration of the vital role fathers play in shaping the well-being and development of their families. With a deep dive into the emotional, psychological, and practical aspects of fatherhood, this book highlights the irreplaceable influence of fathers in creating stable and nurturing environments for their children. It argues that the active presence of fathers can significantly reduce feelings of instability and uncertainty within the family unit. Throug...

After the devastating loss of his wife, Kyle Blankenship and his son, Ryan, embark on a journey to piece together their shattered lives. However, when Kyle is thrust into a whirlwind of mystery, betrayal, and danger, their world is once again turned upside down. Racing against time, Kyle delves into the dark underbelly of secrets and lies surrounding his wife's murder. As he uncovers the truth, he faces a formidable adversary determined to silence him and endanger his family. Will Kyle's q...

About the Book Syrup Sandwiches is a powerful story about a boy who defeats the odds, rising above the expected outcome for a child raised in poverty. Subjected to neglectful, abusive home environments, Anthony Owens still becomes a successful man and the caring, responsible father he never had. Owens is one of the underrepresented voices in America – a black man raised by a single mother struggling to make ends meet, he speaks for the voices that often go unheard. Anthony is a child who m...

About the book:Syrup Sandwiches: Choose Not to Give Up! is a true story of survival, perseverance, and purpose. Born in rural Georgia and raised in the tough streets of Brooklyn, Anthony Owens grew up in a world where struggle was constant and dreams were fragile. From nights of hunger soothed by syrup sandwiches to the disciplined years that forged his twenty-year naval career, Owens charts a journey that proves hardship doesn't have to define you...

"An empire can scorch the stars, but it cannot burn out hope."In a galaxy scarred by the devastation of the Ikannunaa Empire, hope teeters on the edge of extinction.General Scorpiondt, a ruthless warlord with the strength of an army and the will of an empire, wages a brutal campaignacross the stars.On the once-vibrant world of Petrichor, he seizes Dr. Von-a brilliant scientist bound to secrets of both science andmysticism-and his daughter, Ara.

This impressive new collection couldn't come at a better time. With global warming now becoming physically noticeable and the Kyoto treaty stalling in its efforts to get the developed world on board, a look at the economic factors of global warming is very much welcome. With contributions from distinguished authors and covering everything you need

The first fully annotated edition of Raymond Chandler’s 1939 classic The Big Sleep features hundreds of illuminating notes and images alongside the full text of the novel and is an essential addition to any crime fiction fan’s library.One of The Atlantic’s Great American Novels of the Past 100 YearsA masterpiece of noir, Raymond Chandler's The Big Sleep helped to define a genre. Today it remains one of the most ce...

Rainer Forst's Toleration in Conflict (published in English 2013) is the most important historical and philosophical analysis of toleration of the past several decades. Reconstructing the entire history of the concept, it provides a forceful account of the tensions and dilemmas that pervade the discourse of toleration. In his lead essay for this volume, Forst revisits his work on toleration and situates it in relation to both the concept of political liberty and his wider project ...

The Madrid Writers' Club was founded in 2012 with the mission of helping writers achieve their writing goals. The club has run over 140 writing workshops and formed a vibrant community of English language writers in the heart of Spain. I'm proud to say that together we've created an atmosphere of mutual learning, support and respect where our writing and friendships flourish and grow.This is the first short fiction anthology by members of the Madrid Writers' Club.Each of the...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Eastern Europe**.**Discover Eastern Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring Albania's wild and remote beaches; to hiking past alpine lakes and magical vistas in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains; and visiting the world's biggest castle complex at the magnificent Prague Castle....

"Syrup Sandwiches is a powerful story about a boy who defeats the odds, rising above the expected outcome for a child raised in poverty. Subjected to neglectful, abusive men, Anthony Owens still becomes a successful man and the caring, responsible father he never had. Owens is one of the underrepresented voices in America — a black man raised by a single mother struggling to make ends meet, he speaks for the voices that so often go unheard. Anthony is a child who made it out against the od...

The Day We Forgot to Smile is a deeply human collection of stories that lingers in the quiet spaces where life actually happens-between grief and grace, love and loss, courage and fear. With lyrical precision and emotional honesty, Anthony Owens captures the tender, often unspoken moments that shape who we become. Set against city streets, family kitchens, hospital rooms, churches, and living rooms heavy with memory, these stories explore the fragile resilience of ordinary people navigatin...