Laos, perhaps the least known country in mainland Southeast Asia, stands at the region's crossroads. This small 'land in between' is surrounded by China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Burma-countries that, in pre-modern times, provided Lao kings with a field for territorial expansion. But more often, Laos has been a bridge between these powerful neighbours, and an arena in which they and their allies have interfered.Here, Grant Evans brings Lao history vividly into focus. From an...

In 1979 a new and horrible image of technological barbarism was born. 'Yellow Rain', claimed the US State Department, was devastating the mountain tribes of Laos as the Pathet Lao government battled with the remnants of the 'Secret Army', which the CIA had raised from the Hmong tribe during the Indochinese war. Lethal trichothecene toxins, never before developed for chemical warfare, were identified as the mystery weapon:, the Soviet Union as the culprit. No physical evidence capable of wi...

Wildside Press is pleased to present another great collection of 4 western novels. This time, included are:"WHIP" RYDER'S WAY, by Grant TaylorLOGAN, by Evan HallSTIR UP THE DUST, by William Colt MacDonaldTHE DESERT TRAIL, by Dane CoolidgeIf you enjoy this ebook, don't forget to search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see more of the 280+ volumes in this series, covering adventure, historical fiction, mysteries, westerns, ghost ...

Book 1 in the sexy Manwhore series from the New York Times bestselling author of REAL. Is it possible to expose Chicago’s hottest player—without getting played?This is the story I’ve been waiting for all my life, and its name is Malcolm Kyle Preston Logan Saint. Don’t be fooled by that last name though. There’s nothing holy about the man except the hell his parties raise. The hottest entrepreneur Chicago has ever known, he’s a man’s man with too m...

The latest standalone novel from bestselling author Katy Evans.When the wedding of your dreams is just around the corner, everything needs to go as planned. Only problem is, the groom didn’t get the memo.Aaron forgot the rings, and Lia is determined to make the long drive home to get them in time for their “I do’s.”But there’s a catch. There always is with Aaron, isn’t there?Aaron is too hungover to come, and sends a replacement.The ...

A brand new contemporary romance from New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author Katy Evans.He’s my most delicious secret.The hot Suit I had a one-night stand with one evening.I didn’t know anything about him, not even his name.Only that we shared a taxi, and he was staying at the hotel where I worked.We met in room 1103. Where he commanded not only my body but my soul.The next...

It started as a game.We flirted. We played. Most importantly—we won.Then I discovered who he was: Gambler. Famous playboy. Silver-eyed player who never plays to lose...And my best friend’s soon-to-be brother in law, Cullen Carmichael.He needed a good luck charm, I needed a distraction.So we made a gamble and set off for Vegas—but pretty soon—I was in too deep.My heart, soul, and body weren't supposed to be part of the deal.But somewhe...

Big-city sophistication meets carnal hunger in this devilish contemporary romance from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Katy Evans.Heir apparent to her father’s company, Lizzy Banks needs a man. The perfect man. But when the rich “fundbabies” she usually rubs shoulders with prove impossible to hire, she takes a chance on a raw beast of a man salvaged from the wreckage of a bar brawl.James Rowan earns a modest income...

This book introduces contemporary Buddhists from across Asia and from various walks of life. Eschewing traditional hagiographies, the editors have collected sixty-six profiles of individuals who would be excluded from most Buddhist histories and ethnographies. In addition to monks and nuns, readers will encounter artists, psychologists, social workers, part-time priests, healers, and librarians as well as charlatans, hucksters, profiteers, and rabble-rousers—all whose lives reflect changes...

Dozens of influential leaders have heard the pleas of mothers and children in developing countries. Raising their voices to inspire a movement to increase healthy pregnancies and lower death rates, Melinda Gates, Kay Warren, Bill Frist, Kimberly Williams Paisley, Michael W. Smith and more speak out about why people of faith must get involved in The Mother and Child Project: Raising Our Voices for Health and Hope. Almost 287,000 women die each year because of pregnancy and birth complicatio...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In the fight for Creation, one choice may be the difference between Heaven and Hell.The battle between good and evil is coming to an end. As the armies of angels and men rally together, the armies of Hell have all but lost their foothold in Creation. Their only hope for survival lies with a small unit of Hell Knights led by Hadrian Kane--once a respected member of the Royal Guard, now turned torturer and enemy o...

Unhappiness is tough to live with, not just because of the suffering it might bring but also because of the underlying reasons that contribute to your sadness in the first place. Sadness may be caused by disappointment, helplessness, loss, or various other factors. Remember that melancholy is the most normal and universal human emotion. It will help you appreciate your good days in the long run.The sadness can worsen at times. This might be an indication that you are suffering from...