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"One day, I find a bottle of Smirnoff under the kitchen sink. I have never seen anyone drink it, but I know it is liquor. I take a giant swig. Holy burning! I feel like my throat is torched. It takes what seems like forever to stop stinging. When it does, I forget I am angry, lonely, and especially sad. I feel so sad at only ten years old."Margarette had her first drink at an age when most kids were still watching cartoons! Struggling through her childhood and teenage years with a mother who can't provide the emotional support she needs and an absent father, she finds solace at times in the harsh streets of Harlem.As she grows up, Margarette walks the tightrope between being a dedicated NYPD officer, protecting the vibrant streets of her beloved city, and battling her private demons locked away in nightly encounters with liquor.With a powerful voice that embraces vulnerability, Margarette's story transcends mere survival. It chronicles her quest for self-discovery, driven by an unshakable belief that she is destined for more. Through laughter and tears, she confronts the challenging realities of life and summons the courage to transform everything she once knew.Join Margarette as she navigates the complexities of her upbringing, defying the odds, and defying the pain that threatened to define her. Her journey, a testament to resilience and the human spirit, reminds us that true change begins with a profound understanding that we are, and always have been, enough.

When the crying stops, her world falls apart... Vivian Walker's life is perfect. A loving husband, two beautiful children, and extensive family wealth. Until a peaceful nature walk turns her carefully crafted world into madness. Plunged into temporary darkness, Vivian recognizes the results of her seizure the moment she returns from the fog. What she doesn't recognize is the silence. A silence that's louder than her worst nightmare. Her baby carriage is empty. Only the sounds of crashing waves against the nearby cliff and her clingy toddler remain. Desperate to find her daughter, Vivian dives into truths she's buried deep within her mind, discovering the twisted reality around her. The fortress of lies surrounding the powerful Walker family begins to crumble, and a startling secret is unearthed. Vivian's baby isn't the only child to go missing bearing the prestigious Walker name.

Descubre los tesoros ocultos de tu ser a través de los conmovedores versos de 'Rincones Barridos: Poesías del interior'. Este breve poemario te guiará hacia un mundo de emociones y reflexiones profundas. Sus páginas revelan preguntas sin respuestas, sombras del pasado, romances olvidados y fragmentos arrugados de historias no contadas. Esta colección de poesía te invita a reflexionar, a sentir y a conectar con tu interior de una manera pausada y significativa. Cada poema revela, de manera diestra y accesible, los detalles más fascinantes y a menudo obviados de la vida cotidiana, resaltando la belleza de los momentos simples y la riqueza de la experiencia interior.Antonia Wang, amante de la naturaleza, poeta y yogi, es la autora de varios libros de poesía en inglés y español. Entre sus obras se encuentran Retrospectiva 2020, Matices y Rincones Barridos. Originaria de la República Dominicana y becaria internacional de CASS, sus escritos han sido elogiados por sus imágenes vívidas y reflexivas, así como por su minuciosa exploración de temas como el amor, la pérdida, el autoconocimiento y la identidad. Su voz poética singular figura en varias revistas literarias y antologías internacionales.

Twink and Sadie is a tale that celebrates the power of friendship and the beauty of differences. It reminds us that true friends can come from unexpected places, bringing warmth and light to even the coldest of winters. With stunning illustrations that capture the enchantment of a snowy wonderland and the sparkle of a starry night, this book is sure to captivate young readers (ages 3-8) and leave them with a heart full of love and wonder.

Scorned, exiled teachers and old hatreds have led Seran down a path to ruin. Plague grips the land, crafted by an enemy unknown. To avert this calamity, the Warden Ranger of Seran, Karos, must join forces with Thäoldr, one of the leaders of The Order of Gelvrentael. Together, they must forget a blood feud spanning millennia to better serve their world and find a cure against the plague. They must face a disgraced dragonrider, who has allied himself with a being of incredible power and endless malice- The Void-Sleeper. With neither the Rangers or the Order ready to trust each other, will this new alliance prevail in the face of the oncoming war? Can this alliance form in time to save their world from the plague in the face of millennia of conflict?In times of fear, crisis and distress, the Seranese know one truth; they are never without hope.

The farm is the only home young mink Malinka has ever known. But, when a stranger arrives, Malinka is confronted with the reality her home is not the haven she wants to believe it is. Accepting the truth of what life on a fur farm means for her and her kits, she must make a choice. Will she stay in her comfortable world at monumental risk to herself and her young family, or will she run for freedom and the land called Glayshur when the chance comes? And if she does run, will freedom be worth the costs? A Mink's Tale, a story in the tradition of Watership Down and the Warriors series, takes readers on a journey of adventure, courage, and loyalty.An exciting story for readers aged 9+, A MInk's Tale will inspire, entertain, and inform animal-lovers, nature fans, and the adventurer in all of us

In the fifth Black Love novel, Black deals with ghosts from his past in his next case when Pepper Red steps back into his life, an old-school gangster with ghosts of her own that he feels obligated to help her sort out. On top of that, he is trying to balance his cases with his chaotic personal life. His long-term fling has dropped an unexpected bomb in his lap. He finds himself an incredible protector of children; the more he tries to get away from that title, the more they are drawn to him for help. First, with Johnny, the nephew of an Irish gangster that unexpectedly pops up on his doorstep, then Joanne, the daughter of the missing person's detective whom he helped rescue on a previous case. Crooked politicians, gangsters, and the Chicago police Special Operations unit are all after him in one way or another. Will Black sort it out and help Pepper Red and the others before it's too late? Or will he see his demise? In book five of the Black Love Detective series, the stakes rise in a game where everyone has something to lose. Black learns when everything is on the line; there is a thin line between being a Criminal and a Detective.

Life is stressful. No matter our age, gender, title, or lifestyle, we all have stress. The key to coping with stress in our lives is to learn how to deal with it. 25 Fantastical Ways To Deal With Stress In A Modern World will help you do just that. The fantastical figures, intertwined with heartfelt and humorous writing, draw in young readers. Genuine warmth and the strong, kind voice of the author offers healthful suggestions and metaphors that appeal to older readers.Taking care of ourselves and managing our stress doesn't have to be something that only happens in fairy tales or a fantasy world. You can bring more magic into your life, reduce stress, and create your own happiness each new day. You can be a shield maiden or a knight and slay your dragons. You don't need to wait for your fairy godmother to wave a wand. You can create your own company of travelers to help navigate life's adventures.

★★★★★ "Fun fantasy-adventure book for early readers!" - Reader review of the series>Have you ever wanted a pet? Sometimes the pet chooses you! Follow Jesse and Josie's wacky hijinks as they try to catch the kooky creature... (a cute monster that has adopted them)>Welcome back to the magical island adventures in the Chronicles of the Cove! You can follow Megan on Instagram @ChroniclesoftheCove!

The Purple Runner, having run a sub-two-hour marathon but now in his 40s, moves to Boulder. His scarred face has been repaired and a panoply of cyclists and he start a literary club, The Holy Grail. Their adventurous bike racing surprises.

Be transported into nature's splendor through Tamara Villaverde's poetry collection Heartbeat of the Meadows. Villaverde's vivid words will immerse you in shimmering forests, winding rivers, and mountain meadows blanketed with wildflowers. Feel the gentle mists of waterfalls on your skin and delicate ferns underfoot as you walk through lush verses. These poems awaken your senses using rich imagery and lyrical language. Wherever your spirit needs rejuvenating, this book will guide you into peaceful communion with the natural world. For poetry lovers or anyone seeking a soulful connection with our living planet, "Heartbeat of the Meadows" is a joyous invitation to discover nature's endless beauty, power, and mystery. Let these moving poems by Villaverde transport you to a place of inspiration and wonder.

Our world is being radically transformed by artificial intelligence, but do we genuinely understand this metastasizing technology? "AI New World: Expanding the Limits of Knowledge," by Mekiki Magazine, presents readers with an insightful guide to navigating some of AI's complexities. Through relatable examples, Mekiki makes some of the inner workings of artificial intelligence understandable and relevant for the average reader. You will explore current and emerging real-world applications of AI across diverse industries, presenting its monumental potential while frankly confronting the risks and challenges inherent to this rapidly evolving technology.AI New World looks into the most fundamental moral questions arising in our AI-powered world, from issues of bias and transparency to debates around consciousness and morality. Mekiki provides readers with pragmatic strategies for harnessing the power of AI ethically, laying out a thoughtful roadmap for pushing the boundaries of innovation responsibly. Blending technical explanations with philosophical insights, this compelling book will pique your curiosity and reveal AI's sweeping implications for society. While thoroughly unraveling the fundamentals behind artificial intelligence, Mekiki examines what our automated future could look like and how we can steer it toward an ethical horizon.Ultimately, "AI New World" equips readers with the knowledge needed to grasp the capabilities of a technology actively reshaping our collective future. Because comprehending AI at a foundational level is the backbone of thoughtfully directing its continued evolution. The ideas in this work will give you the awareness necessary to guide AI's tremendous power conscientiously.

제노와 그의 친구들은 지구의 태양 계열 내 집으로의 여정을 떠나고 있습니다. 현재 지구는 지진이 발생하고 있습니다. 제노와 그의 친구들은 현재 태양 계열 전역에 걸쳐 기지에 기반t을 두고 있으며, 제노는 그의 아버지와 함께 기지에 머물고 있습니다. 모든 것은 기지의 인원들이 아프기 시작하기 전까지 좋았습니다. 제노와 친구들은 지질 및 지리 항공방위훈련에서 행성 방위용 지질 및 지리 컴퓨터 시스템을 탐색하는 방법을 배우고 재미를 느꼈습니다. 제노는 차례로 그의 아버지의 삶에 대해 더 많은 정보를 알게 되었습니다. 이제 제노는 그의 아버지의 역할을 대신하고 지구를 재앙으로부터 구할 가능성이 있습니다.

The book is primarily directed towards the present generation which is not adequately enabled to derive benefits from the available vast ancient knowledge written in Sanskrit by our past sages, philosophers, thinkers, and various authors to lead everyday life with contentment and harmony. The quotations compiled by author are those, which he himself practiced achieving a fulfilled life and kept on sharing with all those lives who came in his proximity to describe the larger purpose of each life that God has bestowed upon all of us. The most outstanding aspect of this book is to present everyday life lessons compiled from various Sanskrit literary sources in easy-to-memorize English and Hindi phrases.Will means the declaration of intention of an individual about the valuables for the future generation that is left by and in that sense, this book represents the priceless thoughts that have been left behind by ancestors for shaping our lives well for Free.INSTALL FREEWILL TO BOOST YOUR LIFE ONE THOUGHT A DAY

This is a story about a mom who isn't exactly alive and a young adult who isn't exactly living. This is a story about grieving while being static, about living without being alive, about existing in all the different meanings of that word.

إنها أداة تمكنك من التنقل بين تعقيدات التفاعلات البشرية بحكمة وفطنة.

"Alien Encounters: A Coloring Book of Extraterrestrial Humans" is your passport to a captivating journey beyond the stars. This imaginative coloring book unveils a mesmerizing world of extraterrestrial beings, blending human-like features with otherworldly traits. Within its pages, you'll find a fascinating gallery of aliens with unique skin tones, eyes, and appearances that spark the imagination.These intricate illustrations allow you to experiment with colors, patterns, and your artistic intuition. Whether you're an experienced colorist or a newcomer to the world of coloring, "Alien Encounters" offers an exciting balance between challenge and relaxation.Step into a realm where you can unleash your creativity and speculate about the unknown. Each page is an invitation to engage with the enigmatic and the fantastic. Coloring these extraterrestrial humans, you'll not only find relaxation and mindfulness but also the chance to contemplate the mysteries of the cosmos. Dive into "Alien Encounters," and explore the infinite possibilities of the universe through the meditative joy of coloring.

Types of Pages in this Interior: - Total 220 pages - Coloring Pages 120 Pages - Custom Shape Mazes with Answer (15 Pages) - Dot to Dot (10 Pages) - Dot Marker (25 Pages) - Word Search with answer (20 Pages) - Sudoku with answer (15 Pages) - How to Draw (10 Pages) - Number Tracing (10 Pages) - Addition (05 Pages)

Set your little champion on the path to success with our comprehensive and engaging book, "Trace Letters and Numbers For Kids: Your Guide to Fun Learning." This workbook is designed to teach your child the ABCs and 123s and instill a love for learning that will last a lifetime.Divided into easy-to-follow sections, this book takes your child through the process of: Step 1: Tracing and writing the alphabet (uppercase A-Z and lowercase A-Z).Step 2: Recognizing and writing essential sight words.Step 3: Constructing simple sentences.Step 4: Fun activities like coloring and Tracing

Fifty dog mandala designs on dedicated 70 lb. weight pages allowing for removal and display of these beautiful pieces!

Fifty dog mandala designs on dedicated 70 lb. weight pages allowing for removal and display of these beautiful pieces!

Fifty new dog mandala designs on dedicated 70 lb. weight pages allowing for removal and display of these beautiful pieces!

Life is full of so many challenges but how we deal with them matters. Some days are for us and some are against us. However, in all situations, we should always be thankful.Say: "Nothing will happen to us except what Allah has decreed for us: He is our protector" and unto Allah let the Believers put their trust. (Qur'an 9 verse 51)

आपकी सफलता की राह स्पष्ट सोच से शुरू होती है।

成功への道は明確な思考から始まります。

Η πορεία σας προς την επιτυχία ξεκινά με καθαρή σκέψη.

انو صياغة مستقبل مليء بالقرارات المستنيرة والهادفة والنمو الشخصي والمهني الدائم