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Here’s a collection of various motivational stories, featuring various animal characters, humorous tales, and scary fables that can imbibe kids with good values and also help them learn fundamental concepts such as reading, writing, and color identification. Entertaining and delightful for listeners 5 to 10 years old, each of these bedtime stories can be enjoyed in just a few minutes.

What happens when a man goes from nothing to everything then back to nothing? The agony of mental defeat from the one he wants it from most. Every man has a need that must be met in order to keep him faithful. But what happens when he gets one thing from his wife, however she refuses and withholds another part of his needs. The one thing Devin needed from his wife was respect. She refused to give it to him. But why? Maybe because he isn’t providing like a man should have been at the time. Maybe he doesn’t have enough money.

Ghosts: There are so many opinions on them. Most who believe are afraid to voice their opinion. We have been called crazy, imaginative, irrational, and many other names; however, we know that the evidence is out there. In this book, you'll learn of 13 haunted places across America. Many of them have been featured on different paranormal investigation television shows, visited by psychics, and had private paranormal investigations done. These are the most terrifying places in the United States.

Fresh out of school, architect Cooper Anneveinen tends bar by night and chases small clients by day. He sees what lies hidden underground. The unexplained, wild images complicate his life and drive him to seek medical help - but not even antipsychotic drugs make him "normal". Ash Ravenna talks to water, and water sometimes obeys his wishes. Using his gift in a pollution clean-up effort, he hires Cooper to help with an old industrial property by the river.

There is, without a doubt, an authenticity issue in the public eye, the same number of you have likely observed and experienced. For instance, one study found that almost 50 percent surprisingly feel they have to "counterfeit it" at work (a conviction that alone adds to an effectively unpleasant workplace). When we stroll into a position of business to buy something, it's typical to encounter a feeling of uncertainty about the individual doing the selling. "How might this benefit them?""

Over the years, there have been many strange or unexplained phenomena that people have experienced or witnessed in their lives. These experiences have been passed on from generation to generation. However, as time passed, most of these may have been forgotten or simply remained unsolved. There are hundreds of paranormal stories and personal experiences that have happened over the last century but there are some that truly stand out and have become incidents that people never forget.

Few in the small, remote town of Tibbetts, Connecticut even remember the estate and the insidious events that took place years earlier. Struggling with writer’s block and a tight deadline for his new novel, David Pragmore suggests a retreat away from Hartford to his wife, Susan, in order to find fresh inspiration. The publishers want David’s new book to shine in the horror genre, so when David reads about the odd manor with a haunted past, it seems like the perfect place to recapture his muse. But David and Susan quickly discover that some stories aren’t meant to be told.

In this history of the steamboat era, Mark Twain and Capt. Ed Heckmann, last of the great steamboat pilots, tell what it was like from their own experiences...Here you will find plantation families, learn how to read the water, vividly experience the most terrible wrecks, and ride the relief boat rescuing survivors when much of Louisiana was under ten feet of water from the great flood of 1882, all this and much more.

One of the most expensive necessities in the United States today is a college degree. Each year an in-state public institution costs roughly $24,000 give or take a few thousand dollars. Now multiply that number by four and you get roughly about $96,000 for a piece of paper that tells potential employers that you know what you're talking about. This is disgustingly overpriced.

This is the 2nd collection of real-life experiences and stories from Lean and Six Sigma practitioners who have spent time at the "gemba" volunteering their skills to help nonprofits and public agencies. They have generously offered to write a chapter about lessons learned and tools they have applied. A great book to share with potential volunteers, or nonprofits wanting to learn more about Lean or Six Sigma applied to their organizations.

"The Cloak of Night" is a historical thriller set in England during the dramatic and tumultuous late 17th century. The story ranges across London and Aylingford Abbey, creating an intricate tapestry woven from political unrest, enigmatic highwaymen, and the sublime yet treacherous charm of old-world aristocracy.Our adventure starts at the secretive Punch-Bowl tavern, the hidden haven of the notorious Gentleman Jack, whose thrilling tales of danger and deceit set the stage for a deeply riveting narrative. Jack's capture and the ensuing rumors about the elusive highwayman, Galloping Bob, ...

Death in the Canadian Pines is a mystery thriller book set in the picturesque yet untamed setting of North Ontario, Canada, during the intriguing era of the early 20th century. In the remote wilderness, against the backdrop of burgeoning industry and untouched natural beauty, a tale seeped in suspense, deception, and the relentless pursuit of justice unfolds. The story commences at Gardner’s Crossing, a small community living under the specter of a tragedy. The Mystery The tragic death of Fred Anders, the son of a powerful industrialist, found with a bullet wound, is suspected to be a ...

Welcome, young explorers, to the second installment in the "Wild Wonders of America" series, where we embark on an adventure into the heart of the American wilderness to discover its "Marvelous Mammals." This journey will take us from the towering forests inhabited by secretive lynxes to the vast prairies roamed by swift pronghorns, from the serene waters navigated by gentle manatees to the skies soared by majestic eagles.

"Winds of Fortune" is a historical fiction book set in New York during the early 20th century. Alluring with its layered narrative, it presents readers with an intricate mixture of personal rebellion, societal critique, and nail-biting adventure.The protagonist, Clement J. Restivo, is a resilient copyreader whose life witnesses a 180-degree turn, thanks to an unexpected inheritance of $500,000. Liberated from the stifling chains of his routine work, Restivo steps into a turbulent world, dominated by his determination and the whispers of his budding adventurous spirit. Setting & ContextThe ...

A historical romance book set in the fictional city of Strelsau during a medieval era. This antiquated backdrop is intricately woven with a captivating drama of a forced marriage plot, clandestine love affairs, and a nail-biting escape. The conjured medieval ambiance of Strelsau is not just a setting, but a lively character in the narrative. The narrative kicks off with Stephen Pierce, a master blacksmith in Strelsau. His peaceful world turns upside down when Prince Harrington, the rule-bending royal, gives him orders from the King - Stephen must enter into a political matrimony with the ...

A Historical Adventure NovelIn the tumultuous era of the early 20th century, nestled between the traditional world power of England and the untouched expanse of East Africa, unfolds the captivating saga of "From Dock to Dynasty". This gripping historical adventure mutates from the bustling piers of London to the treacherous landscapes of East Africa, spinning a tale of intrigue, camaraderie, and treachery. The Beginning...The narrative kicks off with the chance encounter of two unlikely allies - Frederick L.C. Hughes, an English aristocrat, and Cyrus "Sharkey" Murray, a rough-hewn American ...

A Historical Novel Set in Wapping, London, During the Late 19th Century"Along the Thames" is a historical novel set in Wapping, London, during the intriguing era of the late 19th century. This riveting narrative expertly weaves history with fictional characters to paint an engaging picture of the challenging life and times experienced by the ordinary folk of London's East End. The StorylineNarrated through the eyes of young Stephen, the plot centers around his life with his grandfather Nat Huber, a pub owner in Wapping. The story begins with Stephen recalling his idyllic past, the premature...

A Historical Fiction Book Set in Eastern Africa During the Late 19th Century"Englishmen in Africa" whisks readers away on a thrilling journey aboard a steamer ship, following protagonist Guy Tritt as he embarks from Aden, anticipating a direct journey to Zaila. In turn of events, Guy is rerouted to Berbera, home of the grand fair, and his course changes further when he falls into friendship with a dubious Portuguese trader, Manuel Torres. Adventure in BerberaTheir landing in Berbera situates them into a maelstrom of conflict and treachery. True to the spirit of historical fiction, the ...

'Gateway of Swords': An Exhilarating Tale of Adventure, Intrigue, and Love A historical fiction book set in India and England during the turn of the 20th century.In the tumultuous period of the early 20th century, 'Gateway of Swords' will transport you into an enthralling world of adventure, politics, and heartwarming romance. Immerse yourself in the thrilling narrative that traverses continents from the bustling hubbub of India to the serene countrysides of England. As you flip the pages, the vivid narrative paints an intricate picture of a world brimming with political unrest and vibrant ...

Bavarian Betrayal is a historical thriller novel set in the alluring heart of Bavaria during the late 19th century. Envelop yourself in a riveting tale intersecting personal redemption and a nation's future. As the title hints, this is a story featuring intrigue, deceit, and high-stakes betrayals, all permeated with pulsating historical accuracy. Our protagonist is a disgraced Count, Karl von Rudloff, a man stripped of his honor and prestige. After a thoughtless act lands Karl in deep turmoil, he endures years in obscurity, mastering the art of deception and living through multiple ...