I didn't write this book from a place of perfection—I wrote it from a place of becoming.There was a time when my life felt loud, scattered, and disconnected. I had energy but no direction, intention but no structure, faith but no philosophy. I knew there had to be more than just surviving and reacting. I also knew the people I loved—especially the ones whose names sit on my heart—deserved to see me step into something stronger, clearer, and more aligned.My turning point was...

"Ballagh's monograph shows conscientious labor, good judgment, and a fair degree of skill in the arrangement of the matter." - Virginia Magazine of History, 1895Full justice has not yet been done to the great class of English servants, who came to America in the colonial age. To them, more, perhaps, than to any other distinct class is due the broad foundation upon which our American civilization was laid. These were honest and industrious people who were t...

"Third Person," the third book in "The Kerr Chronicles" series, continues the story of the brilliant and influential John Knox Kerr, as he battles to balance powerful roles in New York and Washington against the threatening menace of World War II. His challenges go well beyond his public persona and into a personal life challenged by passion, power, and his love for more than one woman.As his boss, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, brings challenge after challenge his way, he strive...

At the Cold Shoulder of History gives an in-depth look at what happened in the aftermath of President John F. Kennedy's assassination. One of the only living participants in President Kennedy's autopsy now comes forward after almost 54 years of silence and speaks about what truly took place inside of the morgue at Bethesda Naval Hospital on the night of November 22, 1963. Jenkins gives a detailed account about the procedures performed on the President's remains. What he learned th...

Have you ever looked in the window of an adult novelty store and panic because you didn't know what you would find? Did you chuckle nervously and leave in a hurry? Don't worry, the Friendly Sex Shop Worker has it all written down for you. Based on accumulated knowledge through working in an adult novelty store and assisting customers with their questions and selections, this book is a great yet gentle first step for beginners.

****One of Literary Hub’s Five “Most Critically Acclaimed” Biographies of 2022**From acclaimed cultural and film historian James Curtis—a major biography, the first in more than two decades, of the legendary comedian and filmmaker who elevated physical comedy to the highest of arts and whose ingenious films remain as startling, innovative, modern—and irresistible—today as they were when they beguiled audiences almost a century ago.**"It is brilliant—I was totally ab...

"Read J.C. Ballagh's 'White Servitude' (Baltimore, 1895). An organized system of kidnapping had prevailed along the British coast; you lads were seized and sold into slavery on the American Plantations." -Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Oct. 28, 1919"Ballagh's monograph shows conscientious labor, good judgment, and a fair degree of skill in the arrangement of the matter." - Virginia Magazine of History, 1895Has full justice been done to the ...

Like the branches of a tree, the future of humanity could spread in many directions. Which one shall we follow?Third Flatiron's all-original science fiction/fantasy/horror/humor anthology, Offshoots: Humanity Twigged, presents short stories about possible futures, whether good or bad. Follow an international group of authors as they imagine visions ranging from human alliances with AIs, animals, and fairies; fashion as policy; virtual reality; or time travel to fix past mi...

The past decade has witnessed the broad adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) technologies. However, a lack of oversight in their widespread implementation has resulted in some incidents and harmful outcomes that could have been avoided with proper risk management. Before we can realize AI/ML's true benefit, practitioners must understand how to mitigate its risks.This book describes approaches to responsible AI—a holistic framework for improving AI/ML tec...

When The Vertical Mosaic first appeared in 1965, it became an instant classic. Its key message was that Canada was not the classless democracy it fancied itself to be. In fact, Canada was a highly inegalitarian society comprising a ‘vertical mosaic’ of distinct classes and ethnic groups. This collection of papers by five of Canada’s top sociologists subjects John Porter’s landmark study to renewed scrutiny and traces the dramatic changes since Porter’s time – both in Canadian soci...

Love on FireBy: James CurtisLove on Fire is a collection of poetry about love, ranging from sexy and sensual to funny and whimsical, and everything in between. Perhaps readers will even see a bit of their own love lives reflected within.About the AuthorJames Curtis is the first in his family to author a book. He served 26 years in the United States Army, traveling extensively within the United States and abroad. He is currently retired and makes his home in V...

Back in the 1960’s, the private investigators were able to disprove fraudulente injury claims by gaining the confidence of claimants and having them perform activities that they had the doctors, attorneys, insurance adjusters and courts convinced could not be performed. The millions of dollars saved by the insurance companies using the ‘Rope Job’ came to a sudden halt in 1970 due to claimants attorneys filing law suits against the insurance companies for invasion of privacy. The claimants ...