In 1941 the US Navy had 17 battleships - of which eight would be knocked out on the first day of the war - four aircraft carriers, and about 340,000 men including reservists.Pearl Harbor so weakened it that it was unable to prevent the Japanese capture of the Philippines and a vast sweep of Pacific islands. By 1945 it was the strongest navy the world had ever seen, with nearly 100 carriers, 41,000 aircraft and 3.3 million men; the unrivalled master of air-sea and a...

A Bold Plan of Action for Godly MenOur world needs men—not just any men, but the kind who understand and embrace the unique calling God has given them as men, husbands, fathers, and leaders.Scripture provides a code of godly manhood that emboldens you to become all God designed you to be. In The Man Code, pastor Mark Henry distills the essentials of biblical masculinity into 12 key action points, helping you apply the Bible's transformative teachin...

A couple on the verge of divorce begrudgingly agree to an unorthodox marital retreat. Despite warnings and portents, Hilary and Jack travel to the remote Washington scablands, braving a strange religious demonstration to arrive at Balustrade, an oddly voyeuristic couples program.Under the tutelage of Chantal, a harsh mistress, and Ludo, a brooding sex surrogate, the couple find their most intimate relations under discomfiting scrutiny. The therapy is ritualistic, sensual, wearing a...

Zombie socialite, Amanda Feral, and her undead friends, Wendy and Gil, descend on an idyllic seaside village for some rest, relaxation and the consumption of cute coastal townsfolk. Their plans are derailed when they become embroiled in a mystery at the Miss Sand Flea Pageant involving overtly perky go-go dancers, the inevitable wereshark attack and an annoying octogenarian sleuth/writer.After a few years away from the Urban Fantasy genre, the dark and dementedly funny Mark Henry i...

"How To Handle Sales Objections Like A Pro" is a comprehensive guide that equips sales professionals with valuable strategies and techniques to effectively navigate and overcome objections during the sales process. Filled with practical tips and real-life examples, this book teaches readers how to confidently address common objections, build rapport with clients, and convert potential rejections into successful sales. With step-by-step instructions and insightful advice, readers will devel...

"Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility" explores the intertwined concepts of ethical behavior and social responsibility within the realm of business. This illuminating book delves into the importance of ethical decision-making and the impact it has on shaping sustainable, purpose-driven businesses. It focuses on the responsibilities corporations have towards their stakeholders, society, and the environment, highlighting the need for businesses to go beyond profits and embrace...

Tricia Gleason rarely finds a situation where her hats remain in the closet. Yes, she could choose. Always her choice. She balks when anyone pushes her with a should-upon list. She gives new meaning to staying in the closet. Has nothing to do with sexual orientation; everything to do with function. A preacher? Yes. A fishing guide? Yes. A detective solving homicides initially considered suicides? Unfortunately, yes. But a new hat to wear? Not on her head, but in her heart. A hat for fallin...

Easy Street, USA. Tricia Gleason figures it originated in Frisco, Colorado. No fuss, no sweat, no worry: the combination for a smooth summer. All set to be a summer intern minister following her first seminary year, she would not be challenged as she was to read Sunday worship scripture, teach church youth to fly-cast and visit hospitals when asked. That changed with one sentence, Tricia, forgot to tell you, but my wife and I are leaving Frisco for the summer; youre in charge. She could on...

The Mountain: The Path of Stillness is a short, gentle meditation book for anyone who feels overwhelmed, restless, or drawn toward a quieter way of being.Written in a simple and reflective style, this book invites the reader to slow down and begin a journey into stillness. Through the image of the mountain, it explores breath, awareness, inner quiet, and the practice of returning to the present moment.This is not a complicated meditation manual. It is a cal...

The Lemon Drop Didnt Melt A Tricia Gleason Novel Mark Henry Miller Tricia Gleason, about to start a new ministry in Snoqualmie, Washington, knows that good ministry includes preaching that doesnt cure insomnia, a caring presence with members especially when they hurt, and helping people grow in their beliefs. She takes a good first step toward each of these goals. She comforts a woman abused in marriage, she consoles an engineer whose boss demeans her, and her first sermon was the topic at...

The title of this novel, Sparkling Waters means nothing. Has no connection with any event in the novel. Truth is I love the title. Came from one of my dearest friends, Art Johnson in San Marcos, Texas. He read a blog in which I talked about fishing on the Sol Duc River out of Forks, Washington, even included the novel cover picture. Art, on his own, which is who he is, always learning and sharing, looked up SOL DUC and learned it means, SPARKLING WATERS. Wrap it. The title though, has EVER...

Three different groups of people have been beaten, disgraced, threatened with homelessness, and/or denied the advancement they earned. Each has a different approach to seeking what they consider justice. When they get together, sparks fly.