Books published by St. Martin's Publishing Group

The Explosive National BestsellerA memoir by the highest-ranking covert warrior to lift the veil of secrecy and offer a glimpse into the shadow wars that America has fought since the Vietnam Era.Enrique Prado found himself in his first firefight at age seven. The son of a middle-class Cuban family caught in the midst of the Castro Revolution, his family fled their war-torn home for the hope of a better life in America. Fifty years later, the Cuban refugee retired from the Central Intelligence Agency as the CIA equivalent of a two-star general. Black Ops is the story of Ric's legendary career that spanned two eras, the Cold War and the Age of Terrorism. Operating in the shadows, Ric and his fellow CIA officers fought a little-seen and virtually unknown war to keep the USA safe from those who would do it harm. After duty stations in Central and South America and the Philippines, Black Ops follows Ric into the highest echelons of the CIA's headquarters at Langley, Virginia. In late 1995, he became Deputy Chief of Station and co-founding member of the Bin Laden Task Force. Three years later, after serving as head of Korean Operations, Ric took on one of the most dangerous missions of his career: to re-establish a once-abandoned CIA station inside a hostile nation long since considered a front line of the fight against Islamic terrorism. He and his team carried out covert operations and developed assets that proved pivotal in the coming War on Terror. A harrowing memoir of life in the shadowy world of assassins, terrorists, spies and revolutionaries, Black Ops is a testament to the courage, creativity and dedication of the Agency's Special Activities Group and its elite shadow warriors.

Color your way through a celebration of AmericaThis is the land we love! Every page of Let Freedom Ring will transport you into a scene from America the Beautiful. Let your inner artist soar with eagles through spacious blue skies and with the red, white, and blue proudly waving over small-town parades and wraparound porches. Feel the freedom to live out your dreams as you color baseball stadiums where children see themselves hitting a ball out of the park and purple mountain majesties from which you can take in expanses of opportunity.- Get inspired by uplifting artwork that honors the home of the free and the brave- Raise a glass of lemonade and pick up your colored pencils to salute the American spirit- Awaken your heart to the power of possibility that binds us all together- Display your beautifully colored art to show your pride for the USAStars, stripes, and simple blessings from sea to shining sea abound in this gorgeous patriotic coloring book!

Escape into meditative patterns and peaceful swirls!Everybody needs the solitude of meditation and mindfulness from time to time. Zendoodle Coloring: Mindful Moments offers beautiful swirls and tangles that invite you to enjoy the calming effects of coloring. Enjoy a few quiet moments to let these soothing patterns recenter you during the hustle and bustle of your day. With this immersive book of more than 60 tranquil patterns and meditative designs, you can cultivate a sense of inner calm with every stroke of your pen, feel the positive impacts of self-care with each splash of color, and feel more in tune with the world around you through each mesmerizing page.- Endless creative possibilities with breathtaking swirls and tangles!- Separate and display artwork easily with perforated pages- Find a new level of inner peace through meditative coloring

Embrace the self-assuredness that keeps cats purring!Take it from the cats! No one knows inner peace like a smug tabby who's knocked something breakable off a table they're not supposed to be sitting on. There's no crisis of confidence or lack of self-worth here. These house panthers know what they want and how to get it from doting and unsuspecting humans alike. And with more than 50 feline-inspired affirmations that are equal parts empowerment, Zen, and cattitude, you can follow in their confident pawprints. Brighten your mood and find your balance with mantras like:- I am a divine being.- Not every mess is mine to clean up.- I greet the morning with unbridled enthusiasm.Paired with playful illustrations that purrfectly capture the mischievous wit and self-possessed wisdom of cats, I Deserve All the Treats will leave you feeling calm, cool, and ready to take on (or over) the world!

Award-winning Yellowstone photographer and documentary filmmaker Brad Orsted's seven-year search for refuge and redemption in America's greatest wilderness. When Brad Orsted's fifteen-month-old daughter, Marley, died mysteriously at the home of Brad's mother, he descended into madness. Blaming himself, he plunged into an abyss of grief, guilt, and self-recrimination, fueled by prescription drugs and alcohol. He planned his suicide as his wife, Stacey, searched for a new beginning. She finally found a job in Yellowstone National Park and, with their daughters, Mazzy and Chloe, the pair fled Michigan, looking for refuge and redemption in the 2.2 million acres of glorious American wilderness.Through the Wilderness begins in Yellowstone, five months after the family's arrival in 2012, when, in an alcoholic haze, Brad stumbled into a field of sage and survived a face-to-face encounter with an adult male grizzly bear. For the first time in almost two years, he realized he wanted to live-he just didn't know how.Desperate for help, Brad invited himself to a Crow sweat lodge ceremony, where an elder told him it was time to stop grieving. The elder's words started Brad on a journey towards sobriety and inner peace, only possible because of lessons he learned in the wild, his new job as a wildlife photographer and filmmaker, and two orphan grizzly cubs who carried him back home and taught him how to live again.Brad's ten-year odyssey is about finding the wild inside the human heart. It is a journey of the spirit- a journey to forgiveness and sobriety, to love and life, to memory, and ultimately, to Marley.

The Next Big Idea Club, August 2023 Must-Read BookIn 2016, scientists proved that humans could see light at the level of a single photon. We are living in historic times when humans may look at the very fabric of the universe in a laboratory setting. Around the world, other recent discoveries about the senses are just as astounding. It turns out we can hear amplitudes smaller than an atom, smell a trillion scents, have a set of taste buds that can discern molecules of fresh water, and can feel through the sense of touch the difference of a single molecule. Fearfully and Wonderfully Made takes readers through their own bodies, delving into the molecular and even the quantum, and tells the story of our magnificent sensorium and what it means for the next wave of human potential. From the laboratories to the ordinary homes where these breakthroughs are taking place, the book explores our current sensory Renaissance and shows readers how they, themselves, can heighten their own senses and experience the miraculous.

From Nick Cannon comes King of the Dancehall, an exhilarating coming of age and tumultuous love story of Tarzan Brixton that spans from the projects of Brooklyn to the shores of Jamaica.After being released from a 5 year prison sentence for an armed robbery gone sideways, Tarzan makes a vow to his dying mother to change his ways. With his mother's medical bills piling up, the temptation of the criminal life becomes too real once again. His solution is to escape the rough streets of New York for the equally ruthless beaches of Kingston, Jamaica. Tarzan soon creates a drug running empire while falling in love with a beautiful Jamaican woman named Maya. It's through Maya that he becomes captivated by the music, dance, and lifestyle of Jamaican Dancehall culture, which ultimately lifts him towards the path of righteousness.

Named a Best New Book of December 2022 by Buzzfeed · New York Post · PopSugar · PureWow · E! Online · AmazonA People Best New Book: "A dark tale of revenge.""Exceptional. This surprising, exhilarating suspense-filled tale of revenge and redemption is hard to put down." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)My Dark Vanessa meets The Queen's Gambit in this new novel of suspense about the bonds of family, the limits of talent, the risks of ambition, and the rewards of revenge.When former piano prodigy Saskia Kreis returns home to Milwaukee after her mother's sudden death, she expects to inherit the family estate, the Elf House. But with the discovery that her mother's will bequeathed the Elf House to a man that Saskia shares a complicated history with, she is forced to reexamine her own past--and the romantic relationship that changed the course of her life--for answers. Can she find a way to claim her heritage while keeping her secrets buried, or will the fallout from digging too deep destroy her?Set against a post #MeToo landscape, Rachel Kapelke-Dale's The Ingenue delves into mother-daughter relationships, the expectations of talent, the stories we tell ourselves, and what happens when the things that once made you special are taken from you. Moving between Saskia's childhood and the present day, this dark, contemporary fairy tale pulses with desire, longing, and uncertainty, as it builds to its spectacular, shocking climax.

*USA Today bestseller*Bestselling author Elle Kennedy returns to Avalon Bay in this sexy second chance story about two exes who can't stay away from each other, Bad Girl Reputation.When former bad girl Genevieve West returns home for her mother's funeral, she's prepared to keep her distance from her ex-boyfriend, Evan Hartley. Their history is rife with turbulence. And passion. A heck of a lot of passion...which she's trying desperately to forget. But it's impossible not to run into Evan in the small coastal town where they once ran wild. And the moment she sees her gorgeous ex again, it's clear to Gen that Evan is still as unruly, sexy, and irresistible as ever. This time around, however, she's resolved to walk a new path. No more partying. No more foolish mistakes. Her plan is to temporarily remain in town to help her father run his business, but the second he finds somebody else, she's out of there.Evan has other ideas. He knows they can be good together, but he just has to convince Genevieve of that, even if it means turning over a new leaf himself. But can a bad reputation ever truly be shed? Do second chances really work? Genevieve and Evan are about to find out.

A contemporary look at the most common faults that plague golfers today and the simple and effective solutions based on Leadbetter's groundbreaking A-Swing technique. From the world's number one golf coach, the pro who teaches the pros, comes Fix It Yourself: The Ultimate Guide to Correcting Your Golf Swing, the only guide you'll need to improve your game, whatever your level of play. Leadbetter's Faults and Fixes, published in 1993, remains one of the most important golf guides to players all over the world. Twenty years later, he brings us a modern approach to this revolutionary format, based on the extraordinary innovations in performance and technology in recent years. Yet while golf superstars push the boundaries of performance, most recreational golfers lack access to the technology that would enable them to take their game to the next level. If you are serious about golf, you will forever be in search of clear-cut remedies to the various faults that plague your game. This comprehensive fault-finding guide, containing easy-to-understand solutions to the game's most common errors, is invaluable for any aspiring player.In this manual, you will find:- Solutions to 72 of the most common problem areas in golf- Drills and exercises specially designed to cure even the most persistent faults- Full color illustrations to take you step-by-step through your grip and swing- A unique instruction package that will enable you to identify the weaknesses in your game-and then systematically eliminate them.Golf's #1 instructor has reimagined his bestselling book, to the benefit of golfers everywhere!

"A magical guide." -Aerin Lauder, Founder & Creative Director of AERIN and Style & Image Director of Estée LauderFrom three generations of French beauty experts, Ageless Beauty the French Way is the ultimate book of tips, products, practices and French beauty secrets in ten categories such as Hair, Skin, Makeup, Sleep, and Perfume.While many women are passionate about the best skin care lines, hair treatments, and beauty practices, Clémence von Mueffling has that passion in her DNA. Both her mother and grandmother were beauty editors for French Vogue, and Clémence proudly continues their legacy in Ageless Beauty the French Way, a luxurious, entertaining, unparalleled guide to every French beauty secret for women from all walks of life. Learn the most effective ways to let your natural beauty shine through; that double-cleansing your face is the only way to go; that there is more to choosing the perfect perfume than you ever imagined; and that a simple, nightly facial massage is the ultimate secret to an ageless, glamorous, youthful face.Weaving wisdom from all three women with insiders tips from top beauty experts, Clémence shares both timeless and age-specific information in three categories-Jeunesse (15-35), Plénitude (35-55), and Maturité (55+)-creating a wonderful guide that any woman can cherish throughout her life, and pass down to her daughter through the years.

Color like a f*cking boss!Whether you need a sweary little pick-me-up or a less-than-gentle reminder that you hail from the Land of Badassery, You F*cking Got This is here for you. Let its inspiring sayings hype you up while you color away all of the anxiety and existential dread that have been accumulating like laundry on your favorite chair. Armed with an unstoppable rainbow of colored pens and pencils and this book, you'll be feeling that main-character energy in no time!- Enjoy more than 30 pages full of fun AF illustrations and encouraging sayings- Use gel pens, colored pencils, markers, or crayons to make this awesome sh*t your own- Tear out and share your masterpieces with friends who need an empowering kick in the ass

Darkness is nothing new to LAPD Detective Margaret Nolan, but in P.J. Tracy's The Devil You Know, even she isn't prepared for the scandalous deception of deadly proportions that shakes the very foundation of Hollywood and its untouchables...and leaves her entangled in its rotten core.Los Angeles has many faces: the real LA where regular people live and work, the degenerate underbelly of any big city, and the rarefied world of wealth, power, and celebrity. LAPD Detective Margaret Nolan's latest case plunges her into this insular realm of privilege, and gives her a glimpse of the decay behind the glitter.Beloved actor Evan Hobbes is found in the rubble of a Malibu rockslide, a day after a fake video ruins his career. It's not clear to Nolan if it's an accident, a suicide, or a murder, and things get murkier as the investigation expands to his luminary friends and colleagues. Meanwhile, Hobbes's agent is dealing with damage control, his psychotic boss, and a woman he's scorned.

With Jesus, caffeine, and coloring, you're ready for whatever the day brings!Be strong in the Lord and the mighty power of caffeine. (Wasn't that in Ephesians 6?) Every page of Jesus in My Heart, Coffee in My Hand will fill your daily cup with faith, hope, and humor and help you spill goodness and blessings wherever you go. Break out your colored pencils or crayons and color softly like the gentle whisper of God to Elijah. Or color boldly like the voice of loud thunder from heaven in Revelation. Either way, you'll find calm and strength in set-apart time for coloring.- Invite Jesus in as you get creative with more than 30 pretty illustrations, complete with messages and Scripture references that reflect both the joys and challenges of living a life of faith- As you color, lift your latte in gratitude for God's goodness-from uninterrupted showers to patience in trying situations- Celebrate the simple moments that give you a boost-from time with dogs to Sunday afternoon naps- Discover joy and laughter in your crazy yet Christ-filled days- Share your masterpieces with your friends in faithWe know it's by His strength, not ours, that we get by. Caffeine and coloring help. So turn to Jesus in My Heart, Coffee in My Hand when you need a reminder to drink in the good and pass by all the extra. God's got this.

Only good days ahead for these colorful pups!Ahhh, the sweet smell of freedom . . . and fresh-cut grass! That's what's giving this pack of fresh-sprung pooches the extra bounce in their step as they wag their way across the pages of Zendoodle Coloring: Rescue Pups! This joyful new coloring book celebrates nothing but sunny days ahead for these lucky pups! With scores of never-before-seen, hand-drawn images, these very good boys (and girls!) are worry-free and ready to explore their exciting new lives. Forever homes found and tails wagging, the only thing missing is a fresh coat of color! - Endless creative possibilities with more than 60 rescue pups to color- Separate and display artwork easily with perforated pages- Adorably appreciative dogs on every page!

Sage wisdom from the cutest of confidants!Are you caught in the rat race? A tortoise surrounded by boastful hares? Often outfoxed in a dog-eat-dog world? Sounds like somebody needs comfort in creativity and inspiration from new animal friends. Luckily for you, you will find both in Zendoodle Colorscapes: Baby Animal Affirmations. With more than 60 original hand-drawn images, you'll delight in the calming, upbeat messages that only the most adorable animal babies can deliver. Each new page features delightful baby animals sharing wisdom beyond their years...er, months. You won't be able to help feeling optimistic and joyful as you add glorious, vibrant hues to page after page of the most adorable puppies, kittens, and hatchlings around! - Fuzzy gurus impart mindful affirmations- Perforated pages make artwork easy to display- Newborn and freshly hatched youngsters from across the animal kingdom!

Release your worries and find some peace.Take a few minutes every day to free your feelings, manage your anxiety, and enjoy how good it feels to just let go. Aimee Chase's One Question a Day for Finding Calm will get you in the healthy habit of breathing deeper and slowing down to reflect on all that's good within you and around you. Count on this easy-to-use, three-year journal for prompts that will help you pause and unwind when life gets overwhelming. You'll learn what helps you relax and grow your self-awareness year after year when you add this soothing journal to your everyday routine.

Monica Sweeney's Manifest That Sh*t is a guided journal to help you manifest your dreams without all the bullsh*t...

Sit back and relax with crosswordsThis fun-filled compilation of 100 easy New York Times crosswords is simple and satisfying for any puzzler to enjoy at the beach, at home, or on the go.Features:- 100 of the New York Times's easiest crosswords of the week- Edited by crossword legend Will Shortz- Convenient portable paperback size