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The Developing Person Through Childhood & Adolescence
by Kathleen BergerKathleen Berger’s critically praised bestseller connects developmental psychology theory, research, and applications to the lives students actually live.
Intellectual Property Futures: Exploring the Global Landscape of IP Law and Policy (Law, Technology, and Media)
by Teshager W. Dagne Graham J. Reynolds Alexandra MogyorosThe past few decades have been witness to a number of important developments with respect to the global intellectual property (IP) system, including shifts in focus between multilateralism and bilateralism/regionalism; growing recognition of the various ways in which IP intersects with and impacts areas including human rights, development, trade, and social justice; broad acknowledgement of the economic value of many IP rights; and important theoretical interventions that have challenged the values underlying the global IP system.These developments have occurred alongside several other events, changes, and crises that have altered the landscape of our global communities. Chief among them are climate change; armed conflicts; the COVID-19 pandemic; economic changes to work; technological shifts including those relating to the internet and artificial intelligence, and their role in society; and growing recognition of the inequities that exist within and between societies as well as the ways in which these inequities are reinforced and maintained through systemic discrimination and ongoing colonialism.Given these developments, changes, and crises, what is the future of IP law and policy? Featuring contributions from scholars from across Canada and around the world, this collection offers insights into eighteen possible futures for the global IP system. Collectively, these chapters re-envision international agreements; rethink Canadian IP law; argue for the creation of space for Indigenous legal traditions; highlight the promises and perils of technology as it relates to IP; expose inequities and injustices, and provide possible pathways to correct them.
Renaissance Meteorology: Pomponazzi to Descartes
by Craig MartinCraig Martin takes a careful look at how Renaissance scientists analyzed and interpreted rain, wind, and other natural phenomena like meteors and earthquakes and their impact on the great thinkers of the scientific revolution.Martin argues that meteorology was crucial to the transformation that took place in science during the early modern period. By examining the conceptual foundations of the subject, Martin links Aristotelian meteorology with the new natural philosophies of the seventeenth century. He argues that because meteorology involved conjecture and observation and forced attention to material and efficient causation, it paralleled developments in the natural philosophies of Descartes and other key figures of the scientific revolution. Although an inherently uncertain endeavor, forecasting the weather was an extremely useful component not just of scientific study, but also of politics, courtly life, and religious doctrine. Martin explores how natural philosophers of the time participated in political and religious controversies by debating the meanings, causes, and purposes of natural disasters and other weather phenomena. Through careful readings of an impressive range of texts, Martin situates the history of meteorology within the larger context of Renaissance and early modern science. The first study on Renaissance theories of weather in five decades, Renaissance Meteorology offers a novel understanding of traditional natural philosophy and its impact on the development of modern science.
Those Good Gertrudes: A Social History of Women Teachers in America
by Geraldine J. CliffordThe definitive book on women teachers in America, told in their own voices.Those Good Gertrudes explores the professional, civic, and personal roles of women teachers throughout American history. Its voice, themes, and findings build from the mostly unpublished writings of many women and their families, colleagues, and pupils. Geraldine J. Clifford studied personal history manuscripts in archives and consulted printed autobiographies, diaries, correspondence, oral histories, interviews—even film and fiction—to probe the multifaceted imagery that has surrounded teaching.This broad ranging, inclusive, and comparative work surveys a long past where schoolteaching was essentially men's work, with women relegated to restricted niches such as teaching rudiments of the vernacular language to young children and socializing girls for traditional gender roles. Clifford documents and explains the emergence of women as the prototypical schoolteachers in the United States, a process apparent in the late colonial period and continuing through the nineteenth century, when they became the majority of American public and private schoolteachers.The capstone of Clifford’s distinguished career and the definitive book on women teachers in America, Those Good Gertrudes will engage scholars in the history of education and women’s history, teachers past, present, and future, and readers with vivid memories of their own teachers.
Melville's Thematics of Form: The Great Art of Telling the Truth
by Edgar DrydenOriginally published in 1968. Professor Dryden sees Melville's novels both as metaphysical processes and as technical forms. The novelist is not a reporter but a creator, and what he creates from his experience is his vision of truth. Herman Melville saw the function of the novelist in terms of his ability to expose the reader to truth while simultaneously protecting him from it or, in other words, to enable the reader to experience reality indirectly and, therefore, safely. In Melville's own writing, however, this function became more difficult as his nihilism deepened. He became increasingly sensitive to his own involvement in the world of lies, and when he could no longer protect himself from the truth, he could no longer transform it into fiction. Melville's struggle to maintain the distinction between art and truth was reflected in the changing forms of his novels.Dryden traces Melville's evolving metaphysical views and studies their impact on the craftsmanship of this acutely self-conscious artist from his early novels—Typee, Redburn, and White Jacket—through Moby-Dick, Pierre, Israel Potter, and The Confidence-Man to the posthumously published Billy Budd and the closely related Benito Cereno, and he concludes that "all of Melville's narrators are in some way portraits of the artist at work." Dryden's study is a unique contribution to Melville scholarship and an important journey through the world of the novelist's vision. As such, it has significant implications for the novel as a genre and for understanding its development in America.
Talking with Patients and Families about Medical Error: A Guide for Education and Practice
by Robert D. Truog David M. Browning Judith A. Johnson Thomas H. GallagherMore than a million patient safety incidents occur every year, and medical error is the third leading cause of death in the United States. Illuminating the experiences of those affected by medical error—patients, their loved ones, and physicians and other medical professionals—Talking with Patients and Families about Medical Error delves deeply into the challenges of communicating honestly and openly about mistakes in medical practice.ccBased on guidelines from the Institute for Professional and Ethical Practice and the authors' own experiences, the practice-based approaches outlined here offer concrete guidance on• initiating discussions • dealing professionally and compassionately with patients' reactions • who should be included in the conversation• what information should be documented in the medical record• how to respond to questions about financial compensationAimed at promoting resolution and healing, this book stresses the importance of clear, empathetic communication that will improve clinical and organizational responses to medical missteps and mismanagement. It emphasizes five features of the physician-patient relationship deserving of special attention: transparency, respect, accountability, continuity, and kindness (TRACK). Narrative examples of common situations demonstrate how conversations about medical error can lead to healing.
Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response
by IafcThe Complete Teaching and Learning Solution for Firefighter I and Firefighter II with Hazardous Materials Response CoursesThoroughly revised and updated, the NEW Navigate Premier Access for the Fifth Edition of Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response is the must-have training resource for Firefighter I and Firefighter II. Find a wealth of student and instructor support materials, coupled with the most up-to-date content based on NFPA 1010. As part of the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) standard consolidation initiative, multiple standards that cover firefighter, fire apparatus driver/operator, airport firefighter, and marine firefighting training have been combined into a single document. The Fifth Edition includes content based on Chapter 6: Firefighter I (from NFPA 1001) and Chapter 7: Firefighter II (from NFPA 1001), which are included in the NFPA 1010, 2024 Edition Standard on Professional Qualifications for Firefighters. Additionally, as part of the NFPA's standard consolidation initiative, multiple standards that cover hazardous materials have been combined into a single document. NFPA 470, 2022 Edition represents a consolidation and revision of the following stand-alone standards: NFPA 472, NFPA 473, and NFPA 1072. In the Fifth Edition, Appendix A and the Learning Objectives in Chapters 29-36 are correlated to relevant professional qualifications in NFPA 470, 2022 Edition: Chapter 7 (from NFPA 1072) and Chapter 9 (from NFPA 1072). The Fifth Edition is the most comprehensive and accessible resource for today's fire students. Developed for career and volunteer firefighters, it fully details the complex functions of each job performance requirement for Firefighter I and Firefighter II. Its flexible design and structure allow educators at educational institutions, fire academies, and fire departments to tailor the content to meet the needs of their individual course objectives. Partnerships with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) ensure that fire instructors are teaching with the most accurate, comprehensive training resources available today.New Features of Fundamentals of Firefighter Skills with Hazardous Materials Response, Fifth Edition with Navigate Premier Access: NEW content meets the intent of NFPA 1010, 2024 Edition Standard on Professional Qualifications for Firefighters, which includes Chapter 6: Firefighter I (from NFPA 1001) and Chapter 7: Firefighter II (from NFPA 1001). NEW content also meets the intent of NFPA 470, 2022 Edition Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Standard for Responders that include Chapter 5: Awareness (from NFPA 1072), Chapter 7: Operations (from NFPA 1072) and Chapter 9: Mission Specific 9.2 Personal Protective Equipment (from NFPA 1072) and 9.6 Product Control (from NFPA 1072). NEW streamlined design and more accessible writing style align with today's learners and promote understanding and retention of key concepts. NEW: Each chapter opens with a full case study and critical thinking questions and ends with detailed answers, enabling students to assess their understanding of key concepts. NEW: A full suite of exciting Student Resources includes the premiere of Interactive Learning Modules, Chapter Roadmaps, Chapter Reviews, and a comprehensive Student Learning Guide, as well as updated, proven learning tools, which include the eBook, Audiobook, Slides in PowerPoint format, Skill Drills, Videos, Interactive Lectures, Flashcards, and TestPrep.Train your firefighters with the most current and comprehensive Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and hazardous materials resources-aligned to today's NFPA standards and created by world-renowned experts to position every firefighting student for success. Read "Why Understanding Hazmat at the Operations Level Is Critical for Every Firefighter" © 2025 | 1360 pages
K-5 Math, Grade 5, Module 3, Learn: Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
by Bluebonnet LearningNIMAC-sourced textbook
Driftin' on a Memory: Celebrating Seventy Years of The Isley Brothers (American Made Music Series)
by Trenton BaileyIn Driftin’ on a Memory: Celebrating Seventy Years of The Isley Brothers, Trenton Bailey tells the story of this groundbreaking musical act. The Isley Brothers began recording as a vocal trio consisting of the brothers O’Kelly Isley Jr., Rudolph Isley, and Ronald Isley in the 1950s. They have covered a wide range of genres, including gospel, doo-wop, rock ‘n’ roll, R&B, the Motown sound, funk, and disco, and their music has been sampled by numerous hip-hop artists. The Isley Brothers achieved their first hit, “Shout,” in 1959 and have reached the Billboard Hot 100 Songs chart with new music in six different decades, from the 1950s to the 2000s.The brothers experienced their golden age from 1973 to 1983 with the addition of three younger brothers. With three instrumentalists, including composer and arranger Chris Jasper, The Isleys became a self-contained band and released a string of platinum albums. Over the years, The Isley Brothers have adapted the group, adding and losing members over time, but have always included a brother. Today, Ernie and Ronald Isley are still performing, keeping The Isley Brothers a household name and remaining a serious force in pop culture. The remarkable longevity of The Isley Brothers has solidified their status as one of America’s most influential musical groups.
Let Me Be Frank: The Extraordinary Life and Music of Frank Sinatra, Jr. (American Made Music Series)
by Bruce H. Klauber Andrea KauffmanAs an American singer, conductor, composer, and actor, Frank Sinatra, Jr. (1944–2016), had a long and successful music career and was recognized for his many contributions to American popular song. Yet, his own star has often been overshadowed by his world-famous father. The first book ever published about Frank Sinatra, Jr., Let Me Be Frank: The Extraordinary Life and Music of Frank Sinatra, Jr., details how this complex and often misunderstood artist dealt with professional struggles, personal demons, and endless comparisons with his father to emerge as a thriving performer who finally made peace with the name “Sinatra.” Let Me Be Frank chronicles Frank Sinatra, Jr.’s life and music career, including the lifetime loyalty of his friends and bandsmen, and his notorious womanizing. It also, of course, details the challenging relationship with his father, including an incident with his father that may have changed Frank Jr. forever. He ran from comparisons to his father and lost work due to his refusal to sing his father’s songs. The book also details Frank Jr.’s kidnapping in 1963 when he was nineteen. Included are over forty interviews with Frank Jr.’s friends, family, and colleagues. It also features a compelling narrative from Andrea Kauffman, Frank Jr.’s personal manager and close friend of thirty-one years, and an in-depth musical analysis of four decades of Frank Jr.’s recordings and stage shows. Let Me Be Frank finally sets the record straight about a brilliant man and a brilliant performer who never truly got the credit he deserved.
MuleSoft for Salesforce Developers: A complete guide for achieving Mulesoft certification readiness and building AI-driven API solutions
by Arul Christhuraj Alphonse Akshata SawantDesign, secure, test, and deploy APIs with MuleSoft, and learn to integrate it with Salesforce by utilizing the latest featuresKey FeaturesWork with the new additions to MuleSoft like Visual Editor, Anypoint Code Builder, and AIEnhance your MuleSoft expertise by incorporating AI and automationPrepare to achieve MCD Level 1 certification with expert insights from Akshata Sawant and Arul Christhuraj AlphonsePurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionSalesforce developers often need help with complex integrations to manage multi-cloud environments, data mapping, data security, API scalability, and real-time integration issues. Written by industry veterans with 20+ years of experience, this revised edition will help you overcome these challenges and unlock data with MuleSoft. In this second edition, you’ll learn about MuleSoft’s newest IDE (aka Anypoint Code Builder) and its tools and capabilities. The chapters will show you how to use AI-enabled APIs to maximize productivity, integration of Data Cloud with MuleSoft, Mule APIs with AI agents, and Mule AI Chain connectors. You’ll grasp the fundamentals of APIs and integration and confidently design your APIs, while also utilizing a no-code visual editor for API design to build your Mule applications using MuleSoft’s Anypoint Code Builder. The chapters will teach you about data transformation, API management, deployment models, and MuleSoft’s security features. Progressively, you’ll leverage MuleSoft connectors to integrate with Salesforce, Data Cloud, and other systems. You’ll explore AI-driven integrations and automation, and get practical tips to ace MuleSoft interviews and achieve MCD Level 1 certification. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to implement the entire API lifecycle and manage complex integrations with MuleSoft like a pro.What you will learnUnderstand the fundamentals of MuleSoft APIs and integrationsUnlock siloed data and implement the API lifecycle with MuleSoft's latest capabilitiesGet started with AnyPoint Code Builder with the capabilities of MuleSoft IDEsUnderstand DataWeave to build, secure, transform, and test MuleSoft applicationsExplore CloudHub 2.0 features along with other deployment modelsGain expertise in MuleSoft connectors, security configuration, and integration of AI and automationAttain practical guidance and interview tips to achieve MCD level 1 certificationWho this book is forThis book is for Salesforce developers starting their journey with MuleSoft. Salesforce architects will also find the concepts beneficial for effective solutions. A basic understanding of any programming language, fundamental integration concepts, familiarity with APIs, and basic knowledge of Salesforce development are necessary. Experience with at least one Salesforce API is needed—be it SOAP, REST, Bulk, or Streaming API.
Data Modeling with Snowflake: A practical guide to accelerating Snowflake development using universal modeling techniques
by Serge GershkovichLearn to build scalable data architecture using Snowflake's unique features through real-world use cases and SQL recipes that unlock data value for business and engineering teamsKey FeaturesLearn core modeling techniques through practical examples using native Snowflake architectureAdopt a universal modeling language to communicate business value to functional teamsGo beyond physical modeling with SQL recipes to transform and shape your Snowflake dataPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionStruggling with rising Snowflake costs and constant tuning? Poorly aligned data models can lead to bloated expenses, inefficient queries, and time-consuming rework. Data Modeling with Snowflake helps you harness the Snowflake Data Cloud’s scalable, cloud-native architecture and expansive feature set to deliver data solutions faster than ever. This book introduces simple, practical data modeling frameworks that accelerate agile design and evolve alongside your projects from concept to code. Rooted in decades of proven database design principles, these frameworks are paired, for the first time, with Snowflake-native objects and real-world examples, offering a two-in-one crash course in theory and direct application. Through real-world examples designed to make learning easy, you’ll leverage Snowflake’s innovative features like Time Travel, Zero-Copy Cloning, and Change Data Capture (CDC) to create cost-efficient solutions. Whether you're just starting out or refining your architecture, this book will guide you in designing smarter, scaling faster, and cutting costs by aligning timeless modeling principles with the power of Snowflake.What you will learnMaster data modeling fundamentals to get your designs right on the first attempt with time-saving benefitsDiscover Snowflake's cloud-native architecture and unique featuresApply modeling concepts to achieve higher efficiency by leveraging Snowflake architectureGet to grips with modeling concepts like normalization and slowly changing dimensions (SCDs)Read and transform semi-structured data, including hierarchies, using pre-built recipes and examplesExplore organizational frameworks like Data Vault and Data MeshUnderstand the business metrics that drive scalable, cost-effective data projectsWho this book is forWhether building data products or managing a data platform at scale, this book serves any developer who jumped into SQL without first establishing modeling best practices and understanding their effective applications to save time and effort. For analysts or those starting in database design, this book provides practical foundations of data modeling to guide you on your Snowflake data journey. Those new to Snowflake will discover its core features and learn to incorporate them into universal modeling frameworks.
Node.js Design Patterns: Level up your Node.js skills and design production-grade applications using proven techniques
by Mario Casciaro Luciano MamminoAn essential read for any JavaScript developer - take full advantage of the Node.js platform and build reliable, scalable web applications using design patterns Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader (Email sign-up and proof of purchase required)Key FeaturesGain a deep understanding of the Node.js philosophy, its core components, and the solutions in its ecosystemAvoid common pitfalls in applying proven patterns to create robust, maintainable Node.js applicationsEnhance your development skills through a wealth of real-world examples and case studiesBook DescriptionNode.js underpins much of modern web development, reliably powering APIs and full-stack apps across all industries. Authors Luciano Mammino and Mario Casciaro offer a practical guide that unpacks the JavaScript runtime so you can write reliable, high-performance Node.js apps. Building on the highly rated third edition, this new edition adds fresh case studies and the latest Node.js developments: newer APIs and libraries, ESM improvements, practical security and production tips, and guidance on using Node.js with TypeScript. It also introduces a new chapter on testing that gives you a full introduction to testing philosophy and practical guidance on writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests, giving you the confidence to write functional, stable, and reliable code. Real-world, end-to-end examples throughout the book show how to build microservices and distributed systems with Node.js, integrating production-proven technologies such as Redis, RabbitMQ, LevelDB, and ZeroMQ, the same components you’ll find in scalable deployments at companies of all sizes. End-of-chapter exercises consolidate your understanding. By the end of this Node.js book, you’ll have the design patterns, mindset, and hands-on skills every serious Node.js professional needs to confidently architect robust, efficient, and maintainable applications.What you will learnUnderstand Node.js basics and its async event-driven architectureWrite correct async code using callbacks, promises, and async/awaitHarness Node.js streams to create data-driven processing pipelinesImplement trusted software design patterns for production-grade applicationsWrite testable code and automated tests (unit, integration, E2E)Use advanced recipes: caching, batching, async init, offload CPU-bound workBuild and scale microservices and distributed systems powered by Node.jsWho this book is forThis book is for you if you’re a developer or software architect with basic knowledge of JavaScript and Node.js and want to get the most out of these technologies to maximize productivity, design quality, and scalability. It’ll help you level up from junior to senior roles. This book is a tried-and-tested reference guide for readers at all levels. Even those with more experience will find value in the more advanced patterns and techniques presented. You’re expected to have an intermediate understanding of web application development, databases, and software design principles.
Slaughter Trail (Blood Bond)
by William W. JohnstoneIn a hostile land, a fast gun and a true friend are the only way to stay alive. Now, two young men whose bond is stronger than blood are discovering how dangerous it is to go it alone—when you're riding a. . .Slaughter Trail Matt Bodine and Sam Two Wolves became blood brothers years ago in Wyoming Territory. So close that they can almost read each other's mind, they've both got minds of their own. But when Matt Bodine, making time with Wyat Earp's woman in Tombstone, feels an inexplicable chill in his bones, he knows his brother is calling out to him. A hundred miles away, Sam is in more than trouble—he's in chains at the hands of a murderous human slaver. Suddenly, Sam's life is hanging by a thread—along with the lives of dozens of innocent men. And rescue-riding Matt Bodine will find how much fire is in his gun—and how much courage is in his blood. . .
Much Ado About Mistletoe (Daughter of Montague)
by Christina DoddFair Verona celebrates the most joyful Christmas season in all of this flat earth, and for spirited20-year-old Rosie Montague, sleuth and daughter of Romeo and Juliet (alive and well and still passionately in love), the season holds a thrilling new kind of mystery . . . My famously optimistic and romantic mother, Lady Juliet, has declared, &“I&’m determined the Montagues and all of Verona shall experience a peaceful start to this holy Christmastime!&” Mamma . . . what were you thinking? Why would you so challenge the Fates? This season already promises to be especially eventful because Prince Escalus the younger is to be married. To me, Lady Rosaline. Now a P.R. visit to Verona&’s market with Prince Escalus is dampened by a fortune teller&’s dire prophecy, a blaze in Verona&’s orphanage forces Verona&’s tempestuous citizens to unite to save their city from ruin, and I discover more about Escalus, his secret kindnesses and his many masks. And much to my discomfort, I also make discoveries about myself, and realize that Mamma's resolve may indeed be exactly what we need to create a joyous Montague family Christmas.
Insatiable (Edge of Darkness #1)
by Leigh RiversFrom USA Today bestselling author and TikTok sensation comes the gripping, steamy dark romance series that everyone is talking about!'Filled with TENSION, HEARTBREAK and ELECTRIC CHEMISTRY. This one will tear your heart right out of your chest before tossing it back in and sewing you up' No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Brynne Weaver'Leigh Rivers is THE QUEEN OF DARK ROMANCE. Her books are deeply emotive and her characters feel so vividly real' Tierney Page If he can't have her, no one else can . . .Kade Mitchell is obsessed with someone he despises.A snake in angel's skin, Stacey Rhodes is everything he can't have - the girl who shattered his heart and drove him deep into the darkness of the underworld.He's watched her for years. Killed anyone who came close to her. But now, with a brief moment of freedom from the life he's trapped in, he's back home and ready to re-claim what's his, and break his every rule. Not even his hatred can stop the pull between them. But he'll never forgive her . . . will he?Insatiable is a dark romance and contains explicit sexual content and difficult themes. Please read the content warnings before reading. Recommended 18+.--Readers love the Edge of Darkness trilogy!'An absolute must-read. The chemistry between Kade and Stacey, the secrets, and the mouth-watering spice are perfect' Natasha K. Lauren 'I'M SO OBSESSED SEND HELP' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This series is CONSUMING my soul' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The love story of Kade and Stacey is one that will linger in my heart for years to come' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Tropes: ❤️🔥 Best friend's brother🔐 Hate to love⛓ Second chance romance🐍 Touch her and d*e❤️🔥 Mutual obsession🔐 Forced proximity
Voracious (Edge of Darkness #2)
by Leigh RiversFrom USA Today bestselling author and TikTok sensation comes the gripping, steamy dark romance series that everyone is talking about!'Filled with TENSION, HEARTBREAK and ELECTRIC CHEMISTRY. This one will tear your heart right out of your chest before tossing it back in and sewing you up' No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Brynne Weaver'Leigh Rivers is THE QUEEN OF DARK ROMANCE. Her books are deeply emotive and her characters feel so vividly real' Tierney PageHe'll never forget her, but he'll never forgive her either . . .Now back home with the security of Kade's team, Stacey is pulled further into her own living hell, desperate for a chance to escape - until the opportunity finally comes to fight back. Kade has never been so deep in the pits of hell itself. Seeing Stacey once nearly knocked him off his axis but seeing her twice - ready to make amends and fix the past - is a disaster waiting to happen. Yet, despite his hatred for her, she's his anchor; the memories of what they used to be the only thing keeping him sane and preventing the darkness from consuming him. But what happens when the truth about their past finally unravels, and he learns what really happened the night that tore them apart?Voracious is a dark romance and contains explicit sexual content and difficult themes. Please read the content warnings before reading. Recommended 18+.--Readers love the Edge of Darkness trilogy!'An absolute must-read. The chemistry between Kade and Stacey, the secrets, and the mouth-watering spice are perfect' Natasha K. Lauren 'I'M SO OBSESSED SEND HELP' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This series is CONSUMING my soul' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The love story of Kade and Stacey is one that will linger in my heart for years to come' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Tropes: ❤️🔥 Best friend's brother🔐 Hate to love⛓ Second chance romance🐍 Touch her and d*e❤️🔥 Mutual obsession🔐 Forced proximity
Psychotic Obsession
by Leigh RiversFrom USA Today bestselling author and TikTok sensation comes the steamy, emotional dark romance spin-off that everyone is talking about!'Filled with TENSION, HEARTBREAK and ELECTRIC CHEMISTRY. This one will tear your heart right out of your chest before tossing it back in and sewing you up' No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Brynne Weaver'Leigh Rivers is THE QUEEN OF DARK ROMANCE. Her books are deeply emotive and her characters feel so vividly real' Tierney PageLove is dangerous. Trust is a weakness. Possession is a toxic game.Sweet and gentle, calm and collected, nervous and inexperienced, Tobias Mitchell was death cloaked in the form of a handsome man. But, instead of running the other way, she fell for him. Aria Miller is a scientist researching rare genetic diseases when her world is tilted off its axis, and she collides with Tobias. When she takes him on as her assistant, he becomes infatuated with her in ways he can't comprehend. When reality hits and Aria is forced to leave the country, Tobias is faced with the thought of losing the object of his desire. His mask slips, showing her his true self for the first time. Aria is his, and he'll do anything to make sure she stays that way. Psychotic Obsession is a prequel set before the Edge of Darkness trilogy. It can be read as a standalone but is recommended to be read after. This is a dark romance and contains explicit sexual content and difficult themes. Please read the content warnings before reading. Recommended 18+.--Readers love the Edge of Darkness trilogy!'I'M SO OBSESSED SEND HELP' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This series is CONSUMING my soul' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The love story of Kade and Stacey is one that will linger in my heart for years to come' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'One of the best dark romance series I've ever read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Tropes: 💼 Workplace romance🧪 Doctor x Assistant ❤️🔥 Forbidden romance⛓ Love triangle 🔐 Non-HEA (for now!)
Saltwash: The chilling new novel from the 'master of menace'
by Andrew Michael Hurley'Wildly atmospheric and truly chilling' Liz Jensen, Guardian 'Andrew Michael Hurley's spookiest novel yet . . . crunchingly arresting' The Times'Folk horror for our times' Financial Times'Charged with dread' TLSALL WILL BE FORGIVEN, IF ALL CAN BE FORGOTTEN.The dilapidated seaside town of Saltwash isn't a place that Tom Shift would have chosen to come to at all, let alone on such a bleak November afternoon. But his new friend, Oliver Keele, has insisted on meeting for dinner at the Castle Hotel, where the owners, the Paleys, try their best to cling on to the glory days. Both terminally ill, Tom and Oliver have been bound by the saddest of circumstances, though they have found some solace in writing to one another via a pen-pal scheme set up by their respective cancer clinics. So far, their friendship has been conducted solely through letters, with Oliver proving himself to be a treasury of literary quips and quotes. Yet, for all his flamboyance and verbosity, he is guarded, and Tom suspects that he is lonely and nomadic. And Oliver sees Tom for what he is too: a man haunted by guilt and desperate to try and atone in some way before it's too late.Regret is what brings others to the Castle. Much to Tom's surprise, dozens more guests appear, dressed in their finest to take part in a prize draw that offers one person the chance of deliverance from their remorse. But does everyone deserve the opportunity?
Shameful Secret, Shotgun Wedding (Snowkissed and Seduced! #1)
by Sharon KendrickWhen renowned international playboy Giancarlo Vellutini invites shop assistant Cassie Summers to join him for dinner, how can she refuse? After all, she is an ordinary girl and chances like this don't come around very often! Throwing caution to the wind, unworldly Cassie is completely at Giancarlo's mercy before she knows it. She finds herself agreeing to be his mistress for Christmas.... But will an unexpected gift make this temporary festive arrangement last a lifetime?
Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
by Chris Johanson Reed MundyAutomatic Transmissions and Transaxles is a comprehensive text that covers the design, construction, operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automatic transmissions and transaxles. The text details both hydraulic and electronic transmission controls, with extensive coverage of electronic control systems, and includes information on continuously variable transmissions, dual clutch transmissions, xEV and hybrid transmissions, and manual shift programs. The text emphasizes the use of the latest diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electronic transmission and transaxle control systems. This new sixth edition features an exciting new instructional design, presents technical information in an easy-to-understand manner, and includes many new photos. Correlated to the Automatic Transmission and Transaxle section of the 2024 ASE Education Foundation Task List, this text is a valuable resource for anyone who needs a thorough understanding of today’s automatic transmissions and transaxles, including those preparing for ASE Certification Test A2, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle. The comprehensive Shop Manual provides job sheets covering each ASE Education Foundation Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles task. Digital users have access to eBook content, digital shop manual, digital workbook, multimeter simulations, Automotive Virtual Toolbox, interactive activities, and MotoVisuals from Advance Auto Parts.
The Reckoning: The unmissable crime thriller from the number 1 Sunday Times bestselling author
by John GrishamA SMALL TOWN. A BIG MURDER.A man is dead - and nobody knows why.One morning in 1946, Pete Banning - war hero, pillar of the community and faithful member of Clanton's Methodist Church - drives into town, walks into the church and calmly shoots Reverend Dexter Bell in cold blood.In the years following the murder, Banning's only statement is: 'I have nothing to say.' The sheriff, his defense attorney, the judge and his family and friends are all left in the dark.What drove this man to murder has haunted Clanton for decades - and now, a reckoning is coming...💥350+ million copies, 45 languages, 10 blockbuster films: JOHN GRISHAM IS THE MASTER OF THE LEGAL THRILLER💥 Readers are raving about The Reckoning: 'Epic!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Excellent'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'John Grisham is a wonderful storyteller'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Outstanding'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A must read!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
How To Solve Your Own Murder: An unmissable mystery with a killer hook! (The Castle Knoll Files)
by Kristen PerrinPRE-ORDER HOW TO CHEAT YOUR OWN DEATH, THE LATEST INSTALMENT IN THE CASTLE KNOLL FILES, NOW. OUT APRIL 2026.*THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*'VERY funny' Jennie Godfrey'Smart, twisty, and original' Heat'Terrific' J. M. Hall'Superb' Glamour 'Wildly original' Elly Griffiths'Delightfully refreshing' Daily MailFRANCES ALWAYS SAID SHE'D BE MURDERED. SHE WAS RIGHT. In 1965, Frances Adams was told by a fortune teller that one day she'd be murdered. Frances spent the next sixty years trying to prevent the crime that would be her eventual demise. Of course, no one took her seriously - until she was dead. For Frances, being the village busybody was a form of insurance. She'd spent a lifetime compiling dirt on every person she met, just in case they might turn out to be her killer. In the heart of her sprawling country estate lies an eccentric library of detective work, where the right person could step in and use her findings to solve her murder. When her great-niece Annie arrives from London and discovers that Frances' worst fear has come true, Annie is thrust into her great-aunt's last act of revenge against her sceptical friends and family. Frances' will stipulates that the person who solves her murder will inherit her millions. Can Annie unravel the mystery and find justice for Frances, or will digging up the past lead her into the path of the killer? *******************************Readers are loving How to Solve Your Own Murder*'FINALLY, the book I've been searching for . . . Without a doubt the best murder mystery book I've ever read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A cracking dual timeline read . . . I was totally engrossed in trying to solve the crime! Loved it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book is SO much more than just a clever hook. It's a fantastic combination of wonderfully crafted prose, vivid characters and a plot that made me gallop through' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An amazingly well written mystery with true Christie vibes . . . a rollercoaster I didn't want to get off' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Just brilliant . . . A proper who done it with a very modern twist' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐*Praise for How to Solve Your Own Murder* 'A wonderful idea and, pun intended, brilliantly executed' Ian Moore 'Plenty of twists and red herrings . . . entertaining' Guardian 'Addictive . . . a devilishly clever plot' Sunday Post 'I so enjoyed this smart, original murder mystery' Beth O' Leary 'A deliciously inventive new take on the classic murder mystery' Bobby Palmer 'Ridiculously fun . . . unputdownable . . . One to savour for fans of Only Murders in The Building' My Weekly 'Sharply observed . . . vivid characterisation and theatrical plotting' Sunday Independent 'Intriguing . . . skilful storytelling . . . a compelling read' Daily MirrorA New York Times bestseller April, 2025
Iron Gold: the epic fourth book in the globally bestselling dystopian science fiction series RED RISING (Red Rising Series #4)
by Pierce BrownIt is the tenth year of war and the thirty-third of his life.The sensational fourth book in the explosive global sensation from Sunday Times and #1 New York Times bestselling author Pierce Brown.A decade ago, Darrow was the hero of the revolution. But the Rising has shattered everything: instead of peace, it has brought endless war. Now Darrow must risk everything he fought for on one last, desperate mission.Throughout the worlds, other destinies entwine with Darrow's to change his fate forever.A young Red girl flees tragedy in her refugee camp, and discovers a new life she could never have imagined. An ex-soldier broken by grief is forced to steal the most valuable thing in the galaxy - or pay with his life.And at the edge of the solar system, the grandson of the emperor Darrow murdered dreams of revenge . . .PRAISE for Iron Gold'Another sizzling space epic to entice, excite and tease' - Starburst 'This book lives up to every expectation I have for Pierce Brown . . . you MUST read this, it will not disappoint!' - The Speculative Herald '[An] exhilarating fusion of The Hunger Games, Blade Runner and Dune' - Express 'Fascinating . . . This is one you absolutely will have to read' - The BiblioSanctum 'Mature science fiction existing within the frame of blazing space opera' - NPR Books '[A] thoughtful blend of action, intrigue, and prosaic human drama' - Publishers Weekly 'The mix of political intrigue, action and thematic journeys elevate this book from a simple sci-fi adventure into something more thought-provoking and rewarding' - FlickeringMyth.com
NIV Bible: (read by David Suchet) (Kindle Enhanced Edition) (New International Version)
by New International VersionEver since he became a Christian at the age of forty, it has been Poirot actor David Suchet's dream to make an audio recording of the whole Bible. Starting with the writings of the Apostle Paul to accompany his BBC1 documentary, 'In the Footsteps of St Paul', Suchet now turns his attention to the story of Jesus - the leading figure of Christianity - as he reads from the gospels.This enhanced ebook uses a very quick and easy navigation system to direct you through the biblical text, so you can listen and read along at the same time. Scripture is taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011 translation.