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8 Lives of a Century-Old Trickster: The heartbreaking and compelling 2023 debut novel about love, war, motherhood and survival
by Mirinae Lee'Heartbreaking' Monica Ali'Intoxicating' Marjan Kamali, author of The Stationery Shop of Tehran'Dazzling' Catherine Cho, author of Inferno'I have never put so much trust in a verified liar' Alyssa Songsiridej, author of Little RabbitSLAVE. ESCAPE-ARTIST. MURDERER. TERRORIST. SPY. LOVER. MOTHER. TRICKSTER.At the Golden Sunset retirement home, it is not unusual for residents to invent stories. So when elderly Ms Mook first begins to unspool her memories, the obituarist listening to her is sceptical. Stories of captivity, friendship, murder, adventure, assumed identities and spying. Stories that take place in WWII Indonesia; in Busan during the Korean war; in cold-war Pyongyang; in China. The stories are so colourful and various, at times so unbelievable, that they cannot surely all belong to the same woman. Can they? As playful and thought-provoking as it is compelling, as brutal and harrowing as it is achingly poignant and tender, this is a novel about love and war, deceit and betrayal, about identity, storytelling and the trickery required for survival.
8 Lives of a Century-Old Trickster: A Novel
by Mirinae LeeJoining the acclaimed ranks of Pachinko and A Woman is No Man, a riveting and genre-bending debut of love and survival, set in the demilitarized zone separating North and South Korea.Life near the North Korean border is a zero-sum game, an ongoing battle in which you either win or you lose. This dangerous, shadowed netherworld is home to an unforgettable woman known only as the “trickster.”Inspired by the story of Lee’s great aunt, one of the oldest women to escape alone from North Korea, 8 Lives of a Century Old Trickster consists of eight dark and spellbinding chapters that follow this remarkable character and her family as they struggle to survive during the most turbulent times of modern Korean history. Mirinae Lee’s trickster is a shapeshifter—throughout the course of these interconnected chapters she is a slave, an escape artist, a murderer, a terrorist, a spy, a lover, and a mother—a woman who must often choose the unthinkable to survive war and conquest in Korea. Her story is a beguiling, complex tale of love and survival that will keep you riveted—and speculating—until the very end thanks to Lee’s brilliant talent for sleight of hand.A fascinating look at survival, trauma, and family, 8 Lives of a Century-Old Trickster is an incredible literary debut from a bright new talent.
8 Men and a Duck
by Nick ThorpePartly to confirm controversial theories and the 1947 voyage of Thor Heyerdahl, partly from a deficiency of more sensible hobbies, a group of men decided to sail a reed boat, the </Viracocha/>, from Chile 2,500 miles across the Pacific to Easter Island. Travel writer Thorpe heard about the plan, talked his way aboard, and lived to tell the tale. Annotation c. Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
8 Minute Meditation: Quiet Your Mind. Change Your Life
by Victor DavichIn recent years, mainstream Americans have begun to come around to meditation in a big way-and scientific studies are suggesting that the physical and mental benefits are solid and real. But to many, it remains something mystical and inaccessible. . . and spiritually-oriented tomes on the market don't do much to make it easier. As interest in meditation continues to grow, this book offers a simple, no-nonsense program to help beginners experience reduced stress and increased focus in only eight minutes a day. Designed by meditation expert and bestselling author Victor Davich, this program teaches the basic principles of meditation while clearing up the misconceptions and myths that too often get in the way.
8 Minute Meditation Expanded: Quiet Your Mind. Change Your Life.
by Victor DavichNewly expanded: the bestselling beginner's guide to mindfulness and better health in eight minutes a day.These days everyone is learning mindfulness, from the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks to stars like Goldie Hawn and Ellen Degeneres. But mindful meditation is not just for celebrities, CEOs, and professional athletes. Mindful meditation is an incredible tool that anyone can master for a better life. This newly expanded edition features the original, easy, and complete eight-minute-a-day program with a new introduction that aligns the concepts of mindfulness and meditation more closely together. In just the amount of time between television commercials, you can develop a powerful mindfulness practice that can last a lifetime.
The 8-Minute Organizer: Easy Solutions to Simplify Your Life in Your Spare Time
by Regina LeedsLeeds shows how anyone can organize their home with just a few minutes each day. She has tailored her magic formula so that readers can work in short, effective increments. Includes hundreds of systems and tricks--from daily routines, periodic tasks, and fun projects.
8 Minutes in the Morning for Real Shapes, Real Sizes: Specifically Designed for People Who Want to Lose 30 Pounds or More
by Jorge CruiseLose weight the Jorge Cruise way! Each morning for 4 weeks, you'll roll out of bed, review Jorge Cruise's motivational messages, complete just two revolutionary and effective strength-training Cruise MovesTM designed for your body size, and that's it! No equipment. No aerobics. No gym memberships. No strained back or knees. No hassles. Learn about Jorge's all-new eating system that includes every one of your favorite foods--not one is off-limits! Never starve or deprive yourself again. You'll eat healthier foods and fewer calories automatically--without hunger. How can you lose weight by eating two entire plates of food and topping it off with chocolate? Jorge shows you how with his unique Cruise Down Plate approach to eating. You can follow his plan anywhere and enjoy it for life. By putting Jorge's client-proven motivational component into daily practice, you will eliminate emotional hunger and self-sabotaging behavior forever. Weight loss has never been easier!
8 Minutes in the Morning to a Flat Belly: Lose Up to 6 Inches in Less Than 4 Weeks--Guaranteed!
by Jorge CruiseLose up to 6 inches of belly bulge in less than 4 weeks--guaranteed!Heart attack. Breast cancer. High blood pressure. These are all good reasons to lose that fat around your middle. And now, whether you're new to the Jorge Cruise weight-control plan or not, 8 Minutes in the Morning to a Flat Belly will help you lose up to 6 inches of belly bulge in less than 4 weeks--guaranteed! The Jorge Cruise secret is to restore your metabolism by creating new lean muscles that burn fat and shrink the size of your belly.Each day you'll do a simple Cruise Move routine that is specialized to sculpt your belly and take just 8 minutes. You'll also get a delicious meal plan with the essential muscle-making materials you'll need to create your new body. All with NO counting of calories or banning of foods. Empowering visualizations will help you conquer the emotional eating that may be sabotaging your efforts. Success stories from Jorge Cruise clients will help keep you inspired. You have nothing to lose except inches of belly fat!"My results have changed my life. I have more control over my eating habits and the shape and size of my body."--Sharon Lawson (exchanged her size-10 pants for a size 6!)"Thanks to Jorge Cruise's program, I've lost 40 pounds and had to cinch my belt 6 inches smaller."--Judy Thompson (shrank her waist 6 inches!)"I feel young again and I look great!"--Edna Frizzell (dropped four dress sizes!)
8 Minutes in the Morning to Lean Hips and Thin Thighs: Lose Up to 4 Inches in Less Than 4 Weeks-- Guaranteed!
by Jorge CruiseLose up to 4 inches from your hips and thighs in less than 4 weeks--guaranteed! Have you had a hard time shedding the fat and cellulite from your hips and thighs? Now, whether you're new to the Jorge Cruise weight-control plan or not, 8 Minutes in the Morning to Lean Hips and Thighs will help you lose up to 4 inches in less than 4 weeks--guaranteed! The Jorge Cruise secret is to restore your metabolism by creating new lean muscles that burn fat and shrink the size of your hips and thighs. Each day you'll do a simple Cruise Move routine that sculpts your hips and thighs and takes just 8 minutes. You'll also get a delicious meal plan with the essential muscle-making materials you'll need to create your new body. All with NO counting of calories or banning of foods. Empowering visualizations will help you conquer the emotional eating that may be sabotaging your efforts.Success stories from Jorge Cruise clients will help keep you inspired. You have nothing to lose except inches from your hips and thighs!"When I was a kid, I was called 'Thunder Thighs.' NOW, I'm working to have Thinner Thighs!"--Eleanor Talbot (lost 14 inches from her thighs!)"I've truly changed my lifestyle for the better."--Cheryl McCowan (shrunk 3 1/2 inches off her thighs!)"My thighs have always been a trouble zone for me, and now I have the tools to zap them!"--Bonnie Barrett (lost 4 inches from her thighs!)
The 8 Motivational Challenges
by Heidi Grant HalvorsonFrom the author of Succeed and Focus, a quick and easy guide to motivating anyone – including yourself. There is no one-size-fits-all way to get people motivated. Anyone who tells you that you should do X to get the most out of your employees, your students, or even yourself, isn’t telling you that – at best – X only works for some of the people, some of the time. In this short guide Heidi Grant Halvorson identifies the eight different types of underperformers and draws on research from her books Succeed and Focus to offer tailored strategies for lighting a fire under each one. Underperformers range from the truly achievement challenged to those who are actually performing at a high level but could perform even better if someone knew the right way to motivate them. Halvorson explains how we can understand each profile in terms of the mindset and motivational focus they bring to their work, in addition to the confidence with which they approach it. For each profile, each she lays out specific, evidence-based strategies for increasing effectiveness and engagement. Succinct and focused, this prescriptive guide will appeal to readers of What Successful People Do Before Breakfast and 9 Things Successful People Do Differently.
The 8 Myths of Marriaging: Making Marriage a Verb and Replacing Myth with Truth
by Richard Eyre Linda EyreNew York Times #1 bestselling authors of Teaching Your Children Values and relationship experts Richard and Linda Eyre explore the eight most common myths about marriage and the truth about how to have a successful and fulfilling marriage. Exploring equality versus synergy, completion versus individual quest, harmony versus productive debate, a test drive versus constant commitment, and more, the Eyres show that popular opinions and behaviors toward successful marriages actually reduce the chance of marriage fulfillment. Drawing on more than fifty years of marriage and hundreds of interviews across the world, The 8 Myths of Marriaging is a must-read book for anyone considering marriage or currently nurturing their marriage of many years.
The 8 Patterns of Highly Effective Entrepreneurs
by Brent Bowers“As unique as it is valuable, [8 Patterns of Highly Effective Entrepreneurs] achieves where so many business books fail. It provides practical advice for individuals . . . [I]t delivers what few business books ever aspire to achieve—wisdom regarding business and decision making, within a special context: start-up firms. ” —From the Foreword by Carl Schramm, president and CEO, Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation At age seven, Cameron Johnson sold tomatoes door-to-door from his family’s farm. Pete Amico quit his job on his first day because he didn’t feel like taking orders from his boss. Greg Herro built a successful business selling diamonds made from the carbon extracted from ashes. If any of these people remind you of yourself, you just might have the kind of personality to take the small business world by storm. In8 Patterns of Highly Effective Entrepreneurs, Brent Bowers reveals the eight patterns that highly successful entrepreneurs share—and what we can learn from them. In covering small business for decades at theWall Street Journaland theNew York Times, Bowers has chronicled the rise and fall of hundreds of start-ups. In this book, he draws on extensive interviews and research,as well as on the experiences and expertise of business consultants, venture capitalists, academia, and the entrepreneurs themselves, to describe the key characteristics shared by dozens of successful small-business owners and their companies. Among them: The ability to spot and seize opportunities An overwhelming urge to be in charge coupled with a gift for leadership The flexibility to come up with creative, out-of-the-box solutions to problems or obstacles Incredible energy and tenacity in the pursuit of their goals Unwavering faith in their business The ability to take smart risks The ability to bounce back from setbacks and see failure as just one step on the path to ultimate success This book offers invaluable lessons and insights for anyone thinking about starting a business or attempting a start-up a second or third time.
The 8 Pillars Of Social Media Marketing In 2018: Learn How To Transform Your Online Marketing Strategy For Maximum Growth With Minimum Investment. Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Youtube, Instagram +more
by Matthew Bartnik81% of the Population of the USA are active social media users. That is a captive audience of over 250 million people in the US alone. And now, worldwide almost half the world is on social media in some form. <p><p> Never in the history of the world have people been more accessible. Never have you had more ability to zero in on your target market (no matter how small of a niche they are), find them, and market to them. However, the competition has never been greater. You no longer need a huge advertising budget to reach a lot of people. Nearly anyone with an internet connection has that ability now. However, very few people know how to do social media marketing affectively. This is where you can crush your competition no matter how big their advertising budgets are. <p> Don’t make the mistake so many other companies make where they just plaster the same material, the same message on every social media platform without thought or finesse. This book will teach you how to master each platform and custom tailor your marketing approach to each platform while still keeping a consistent streamlined branding message.
8 Plus 1
by Robert CormierSeventeen-year-old Mike visits his grandmother's bedside and learns a family secret. A divorced father discovers that only love, not bribes, can keep his daughter "his" on Thursdays. A young white boy finds that friendship--and betrayal--can cross racial boundaries. Robert Cormier is one of America's most acclaimed writers for young adults. Here are nine touching and intensely personal stories, that confirm that these accolades are deserved. Each story features a brief introduction that explains how the story came to be, or something about the writing. Perhaps not as dark as some of Cormier's novels, these tales still have his classically haunting themes, which will be savored by readers of all ages.
8 Practical Bootstrap Projects
by Maria Antonietta Perna George Martsoukos Ashraff Hathibelagal Syed Fazle Rahman Ahmed Bouchefra Manjunath M Zeeshan ChawdharyBootstrap stands as one of the most popular, open-source, front-end frameworks on the Web. Since its official release in 2011, it has undergone several changes, and it's now one of the most stable and responsive frameworks available. It's loved by web developers of all levels, as it gives them the capability to build a functional, attractive website design within minutes. A novice developer with just some basic knowledge of HTML and little CSS can easily get started with Bootstrap. In this book, we'll share a selection of nine different practical projects that you can follow along with. It contains: Spicing Up the Bootstrap Carousel with CSS3 Animations by Maria Antonietta PernaA Full-screen Bootstrap Carousel with Random Initial Image by George MartsoukosAnimating Bootstrap Carousels with GSAP's Animation Library by George MartsoukosBuild a Simple Tumblr Theme with Bootstrap by Ashraff Hathibelagal How to Build a Responsive Bootstrap Website by Syed Fazle RahmanBootstrap and WordPress Theme Integration in 8 Easy Steps by Ahmed BouchefraIntegrating Bootstrap with React: a Guide for Developers by Manjunath MIntegrating Bootstrap with Vue.js using Bootstrap-Vue by Zeeshan Chawdhary This book is for all frontend developers who want to build responsive, mobile-first websites. You'll need to be familiar with HTML and CSS and have a reasonable level of understanding of JavaScript in order to follow the discussion.
8 Practice Tests for the ACT: 1,700+ Practice Questions (Kaplan Test Prep)
by Kaplan Test PrepKaplan's 8 Practice Tests for the ACT gives you realistic printed practice tests and expert explanations to help you score higher. Face the test with confidence knowing that Kaplan Test Prep is the Official Partner for Live Online Prep for the ACT. For more information visit kaptest.com/onlineprepliveWe are so certain that 8 Practice Tests for the ACT offers the practice you need that we guarantee it: After studying with our book, you'll score higher on the ACT—or you'll get your money back.The Most PracticeEight full-length practice exams with detailed answer explanationsMore than 1,700 practice questions help you increase speed and accuracy with all the different ACT question types More than 500 English questionsMore than 400 Math questionsMore than 300 Reading questionsMore than 300 Science questionsEight essay prompts updated for the revised Writing Test, complete with model essays and a self-grading guideExpert Guidance9 out of 10 Kaplan students get into one or more of their top choice collegeWe know the test: Our experts have put tens of thousands of hours into studying the SAT – using real data to design the most effective strategies and study materials.We invented test prep. Kaplan has been helping students achieve their goals for over 80 years. Learn more at kaptest.com.
8 Practice Tests for the SAT: 1,200+ SAT Practice Questions (Kaplan Test Prep)
by Kaplan Test PrepKaplan's 8 Practice Tests for the SAT provides printed practice exams and expert explanations to help you face the SAT with confidence. More than 1,200 realistic practice questions help you get comfortable with the exam format so you can avoid surprises on Test Day.We are so certain that 8 Practice Tests for the SAT offers the practice you need that we guarantee it: After studying with our book, you'll score higher on the SAT—or you'll get your money back.The Most PracticeEight realistic full-length practice testsMore than 1,200 practice questions help you increase speed and accuracy with all the different SAT question types More than 450 Math Grid-Ins and Multiple-Choice questionsMore than 400 Evidence-Based Reading questionsMore than 350 Writing and Language questionsEight Essay Prompts, complete with model essays and a self-grading guideDetailed answer explanations written by our experts help you determine your strengths and weaknesses and improve your performance.Expert Guidance9 out of 10 Kaplan students get into one or more of their top choice collegeWe know the test: Our experts have put tens of thousands of hours into studying the SAT – using real data to design the most effective strategies and study materials.We invented test prep. Kaplan has been helping students achieve their goals for over 80 years. Learn more at kaptest.com.
8 Practice Tests for the SAT 2017: 1,500+ SAT Practice Questions
by KaplanPractice makes perfect!Prep Smarter. Now that the College Board's redesigned SAT is in effect, there's nothing like a lot of practice to help build the necessary edge to increase your score. 8 Practice Tests for the SAT 2017 provides more practice tests than any other guide on the market.8 Practice Tests for the SAT 2017 features: * 8 realistic full-length practice tests with detailed answer explanations * 450+ Math Grid-Ins and Multiple-Choice questions * 400+ Evidence-Based Reading questions * 350+ Writing and Language questions * 8 Essay Prompts, complete with model essays and a self-grading guide * Detailed answer explanations written by test experts to help you determine your strengths and weaknesses and improve your performance.Prepare for the SAT with confidence! With more than 75 years of experience and more than 95% of our students getting into their top-choice schools, Kaplan knows how to increase your score and get you into your top-choice college! Kaplan guarantees that if you study with 8 Practice Tests for the SAT 2017, you will score higher on the SAT--or you'll receive a full refund.
8 Practice Tests for the SAT 2018: 1,200+ SAT Practice Questions
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8 Rules of Love: How to Find It, Keep It, and Let It Go
by Jay ShettyThe author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Think Like a Monk offers a revelatory guide to every stage of romance, drawing on ancient wisdom and new science. Nobody sits us down and teaches us how to love. So we&’re often thrown into relationships with nothing but romance movies and pop culture to help us muddle through. Until now. Instead of presenting love as an ethereal concept or a collection of cliches, Jay Shetty lays out specific, actionable steps to help you develop the skills to practice and nurture love better than ever before. He shares insights on how to win or lose together, how to define love, and why you don&’t break in a break-up. Inspired by Vedic wisdom and modern science, he tackles the entire relationship cycle, from first dates to moving in together to breaking up and starting over. And he shows us how to avoid falling for false promises and unfulfilling partners. By living Jay Shetty&’s eight rules, we can all love ourselves, our partner, and the world better than we ever thought possible.
8 Sandpiper Way (Cedar Cove #8)
by Debbie MacomberDear Reader, I have something to confide in you. I think my husband, Dave, might be having an affair. I found an earring in his pocket, and it's not mine. I'm also worried because some jewelry was recently stolen from an old woman--and Dave used to visit her a lot. You see, he's a pastor. And a good man. I can't believe he's guilty of anything, but why won't he tell me where he's been when he comes home so late? Reader, I'd love to hear what you think. I also want to tell you what's going on with your other friends in Cedar Cove. Like Sheriff Troy Davis, to mention one. His long-ago love, Faith Beckwith, just moved here! So come on in and join me for a cup of tea. Emily Flemming
8 Sandpiper Way: 50 Harbor Street 6 Rainier Drive 74 Seaside Avenue 8 Sandpiper Way (Cedar Cove #8)
by Debbie MacomberCome back to Cedar Cove once again, where the characters you know and love face new challenges and fresh starts! Book 8 in the beloved series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Pastor Dave and Emily Flemming seem to have the perfect life, so when Emily finds an unfamiliar earring in her husband’s pocket, she’s devastated. He’s a good man and a wonderful father to their two sons. Can their marriage survive the secrets that might be revealed? Pastor Dave must try to clear his name, and the couple will have to learn to trust again.And it’s turning out to be a challenging year for Judge Olivia Lockhart-Griffin. Her health issues are concerning, but with the love and support she needs from her husband, Jack, she’ll continue to soldier on. Spend some time with old friends in the warm and welcoming small town of Cedar Cove!Previously published.
8 Seconds of Courage: A Soldier's Story from Immigrant to the Medal of Honor
by Flo Groberg Tom SileoIn an inspiring story of valor and the making of a hero, Florent Groberg—who grew up in France and emigrated to the US—becomes the first immigrant in forty years to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor after he tackled a suicide bomber in Afghanistan.Florent &“Flo&” Groberg was born in the suburbs of Paris and moved to the US with his family in middle school. He became a naturalized citizen in 2001. After attending the University of Maryland, he joined the US Army and twice deployed to Afghanistan. In August of 2012, Flo was guarding a high-level US-Afghan delegation and noticed someone suspicious: a local man stumbling toward his patrol. Flo reacted quickly and ran to tackle the man—who was wearing a suicide vest. Four people died in the subsequent explosion, but many others were spared. Flo himself spent the next three years undergoing surgeries at Walter Reed Medical Center, and in 2015 he was given the nation&’s highest military award, the Congressional Medal of Honor—the first immigrant to be so recognized since the Vietnam War. What prepares a soldier for those critical moments in combat? 8 Seconds of Courage tells Flo&’s story from his childhood in France to his decision to enlist and the grueling training he underwent at US Army Ranger School. As a field commander on the front lines in Afghanistan he formed close and lasting bonds with his fellow soldiers. It was this powerful sense of responsibility that compelled him to take action to save lives, even at the risk of his own. &“Flo&’s incredible tale of bravery and service is also a stark reminder that for many of our warriors, coming home is not the end of the fight. Flo finds a way to live…Truly an inspiration&” (Jon Stewart). In his own words, Flo provides that essential insight into his selfless act while remembering his four fallen brothers in arms. 8 Seconds of Courage is a story of heroism, sacrifice, and camaraderie in wartime.
8 Secrets to Powerful Manifesting: How to Create the Reality of Your Dreams
by Mandy MorrisAchieve the life you deserve and desire using the tools of the most highly effective manifesters. Manifestation expert Mandy Morris shares eight powerful manifestation secrets based on divine guidance, scientific research, and a decade of work that are fast, effective, and proven.Noted manifestation expert, Mandy Morris, shares the eight powerful manifestation techniques she has developed based on divine guidance, scientific research, and a decade of work that are fast, effective, and proven. These simple practices have changed not only Mandy&’s life but those of her countless clients who include business leaders, athletes, celebrities, and wellness figures.Writes Mandy, &“Time and again, I&’ve seen that abundance, happiness, and purpose will find its way to you when you are on the right energetic path; and when you&’re a whole and complete human, your manifestations will be more beautiful than you can imagine.&”She shows how manifestation requires staying in alignment with your best intentions and highest good, and that many of the secrets to manifesting a beautiful life revolve around managing the defeating thoughts, feelings, and actions that throw you out of alignment. In 8 Secrets to Powerful Manifesting, you will learn how to:· Infuse the manifestation process with self-love to help you work through your past, set positive intentions, and create a high vibration for manifestation goals to come true.· Detangle the dense energy (which impacts the neurological pathways) by understanding why what we want doesn&’t show up, so we can set a clear path of creation. (Think of an unpaved road with potholes versus a smooth drive to your destination)· Create ways to energetically check in with yourself· Manage your psychological triggers with &“pattern interrupts&”· Examine the rules you live by and be brave enough to rewrite themAchieve the life you deserve and desire using the tools of the most highly effective manifesters.
8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter, and Other Tips from a Beleaguered Father (Not That Any of Them Work)
by W. Bruce CameronIt seems to happen overnight. One minute your daughter is wearing bunny slippers and demanding bedtime stories. The next, she's wearing a midriff-baring tee shirt and demanding the car keys. 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter takes us shriek by shriek through the process of raising teenage girls, including braces (the most expensive metal on earth), the telephone (seemingly wired to her nervous system), and, of course, dating (Rule #2: Keep your hands and eyes off my daughter's body, or I will remove them).