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A Southern Gothic family saga that reveals its secrets like a nesting doll. Disillusioned with his soulless New York career, RJ Burnette returns to his Appalachian home to find himself, only to discover a web of family secrets, including a decades-old murder. As he peels back layers of deception, RJ must confront the community’s rigid code of silence that forces him to question his identity, his past, and the very definition of justice in the insular world of Gizzard’s Holler.

Those who work in health and social care give inspiring support for the health, happiness and well-being of all – communities, societies and nations. Yet their workplaces often harm their own health and well-being, affecting care quality, motivation, patient satisfaction and corroding cultures of compassion. In these pages, an evidence-based approach to transforming the leadership and cultures of health and social care teams and organisations is described.

Are you struggling to keep up with AI in education while your students already know how to use ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini? Do you wonder how to integrate artificial intelligence ethically and effectively into your K-12 classroom without compromising your teaching values? "Fearlessly Use AI in the Classroom" is your definitive guide to navigating the AI revolution in education—written by a seasoned educator with over 40 years of experience who's walked the same journey you're facing today.

Do you dread public speaking? Does the thought of standing in front of an audience fill you with fear and self-doubt? You’re not alone. For many, public speaking is a daunting challenge that feels insurmountable. But what if you could transform your anxiety into confidence and your stage fright into a commanding presence?

It's 2:47 a.m., and you can't sleep. Your mind races with worries, replaying every conversation, cataloging every mistake. Therapy costs $150 per session you can't afford. The waitlist stretches for months. The nearest mental health provider is hours away. You're struggling in silence, wondering if anyone understands what you're going through. What if there was a different way—immediate, private, and available exactly when you need it most?

Explores the background and sexual magical beliefs of Paschal Beverly Randolph, Ida Craddock, Aleister Crowley, Maria de Naglowska, Austin Osman Spare, Julius Evola, Franz Bardon, Jack Parsons, William S. Burroughs, Marjorie Cameron, Anton LaVey, and Genesis P-Orridge Details the life of...

Vacationing artist Larry Neuhaus has just witnessed a gruesome shark attack, a young couple torn apart right before his eyes...at least, he thinks it was a shark. And when one of these victims turns out to be the only son of Roger Hays, the most powerful man in the country, things go from bad to worse. Now, to stop the carnage, Larry and his newfound friends must work together to unravel a mystery as old as time, and face an enemy as dark as the ocean depths.

Terrifying creatures exist all around us, hiding in plain sight. Ancient. Deadly. They gather in secret, conspiring, dreaming of nothing less than humanity's destruction, and their numbers are growing. Earl Preston knows the danger all too well. After tangling with a horde of mythological sea monsters in Colonial Bay, he has been tasked with finding these beasts and exposing their plans whatever they may be. But Earl is not the only one with a mystery on their hands.

Earl Preston has been fighting dark, seemingly impossible forces, trying to prevent the return of ancient, otherworldly beings—creatures of unfathomable intellect, rumored to have created all life here on Earth. Gods or monsters, these unseen puppet masters continue to pull strings despite a millennia of exile. Now, as the gateway to their alien world nears completion, Earl must locate Hades’ secret base of operations, must destroy this doorway before it can be opened. And time is running out. Allies and foes alike are rallying their forces for one last confrontation.

This first full account of Hill 119, written by historian Michael Fallon, who served as reconnaissance patrol leader on Hill 119, is based upon firsthand accounts from the Recon Marines, carefully cross-referenced with patrol reports and command chronologies. It covers the Marines' experiences in the bush, on the hill, and in the rear.

Systematic Theology for Millennials is a high-performance field manual designed to reboot the modern believer's "Operating System." In an era of digital noise and identity fragmentation, this audiobook provides a Tactical Roadmap for building a faith that is intellectually grounded and practically unshakeable. It moves beyond "good vibes" to provide the original Source Code for a life of purpose.

"Commanders-in-Chief: The Highs and Lows of US Presidents" offers an incisive look into the American presidency, exploring the triumphs and tribulations of the nation's most formidable leaders. With meticulous research and a compelling narrative, this book weaves together the personal challenges, political battles, and pivotal decisions that have shaped the United States.

Zeus' warriors, the defenders of humanity, have suffered terrible losses. Presumed dead, Earl Preston has been forced to retreat into a forgotten underworld beneath New York City, but he is still far from safe. Hades' disciples need only to recover the two remaining crystal skulls - ancient vessels of indescribable power - and their dark quest to return the vanquished gods to earth will be all but complete. To save civilization as we know it, Earl must rise to confront his greatest challenge yet, but this is a fight he cannot win alone.

"Presidential Scandals: Commanders in Deceit" is not merely a recounting of history; it is an invitation to reflect on the enduring challenges of governance, the nature of power, and the quest for moral leadership in the face of temptation and turmoil. This book is a must for history enthusiasts, political scholars, and anyone intrigued by the perennial question of how leaders navigate the thin line between right and wrong. It serves as a reminder that the legacies of presidents are often written in shades of gray, shaped by the choices they make under the weight of the office they hold.

Imagine a world where every student thrives, classrooms are vibrant hubs of innovation, and educators wield the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize teaching and learning. Fearlessly Use AI in the Classroom is your ultimate guide to embracing this bold new frontier, crafted for educators, administrators, school board members, and parents alike. This audiobook takes you on a journey to demystify AI and unlock its transformative potential.

Parents Under Construction exists to support Christian parents through Biblical solutions in childrearing by provoking parents to change ahead of their children.

On the advice of his wife, Paul Rice is making plans to attend his 10th year High School reunion. Returning to his boyhood home of Harmony, Indiana, he finds that he is still haunted by memories of that time-memories of Deidra, his first love, and memories of the Wide Game. It was 10 years ago that Paul and his friends watched their day of fun become a race for their lives, a fight for their very souls. Now, as he meets the survivors of that day once more, Paul makes a chilling discovery: The incomprehensible forces that toyed with them have yet to finish playing their own game.

Welcome to the Woodfield Movie Palace. The night the Titanic sank, it opened for business...and its builder died in his chair. In the 1950s, a balcony full of people burned to death...when it became the scene of one of Indiana's most notorious murders, it closed for good...Abandoned, sealed, locked up tight...until now. Tonight, Professor Geoffrey Burke and his Parapsychology students have come to the Woodfield in search of evidence, hoping to find irrefutable proof of a haunting. Instead, they will discover that, in this theater, the terrors are not confined to the screen.

There are some places in this world that go far beyond any normal definition of “haunted”. These places are so evil and so diabolical that they become gateways to hell itself. The Fuller Farm is one such place. It is said that old man Fuller conducted unspeakable acts, blood rituals, and human sacrifices, all in an attempt to gain the ultimate knowledge, the ultimate power. And then, he was killed - horribly murdered on his own land, leaving the house to stand as a vacant monument to his wickedness.

Tired of living below your hopes, capabilities, and expectations? Should you keep your business or "take the money and run"? What would you have others do? Discover the common mistakes that may have cost you success, happiness, and opportunity in the past...and how you can avoid them in the future. In the dazzling Town Hall discussion you'll learn the unexpected payoffs, prices and possibilities from this distinguished panel of business leaders.