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Badass Stories illustrates how real people have used tools like grit and hope to make it through life’s challenges—great and small—and foster growth and healing in the process. These seriously motivational tales will inspire you to harness the grit it takes to succeed, show up for the fight, call out your own bullsh*t, and become the Badass you were meant to be!

When Nepal’s government bans social media to silence a viral TikTok trend, a restless generation rises. What begins as protest becomes revolution—the Gen Z Kranti. In the bloodied streets of Kathmandu, old parties collapse. A female jurist is chosen Prime Minister through a Discord vote. Circles of eleven people, in villages and across the diaspora, organize into a new kind of democracy. Their vision is audacious: a corruption-free Nepal, job guarantees for every citizen, and an economy that abandons money itself. But storms gather.

Tragedy took Julia Turner away from her Kentucky home, but with the death of her father, she finds herself suddenly thrust into taking over the family ranch. The threat of arson and murder lingers in the air as she embarks on making a new life for herself, with a husband she inherited from her father. Can she overcome her past and put the ghosts that haunt her to rest once and for all?

When Hope returns to her small hometown after a career setback, she finds herself wrestling with doubt, disillusionment, and questions about her faith. Just as she wonders if she’ll ever feel at home again, she crosses paths with Chance, a man whose quiet strength and deep trust in God stand in sharp contrast to her uncertainties. Drawn together through community service, shared laughter, and honest conversations, Hope and Chance discover that true love is rooted not just in romance, but in faith, healing, and God’s timing.

True Modesty: Beyond the Hemline and Into the Heart challenges the legalistic and cultural pressures placed on women regarding modesty, revealing the Biblical truth behind dignity, humility, and heart-centered living. In a culture obsessed with appearance and trend, many young women are burdened with rules that focus on hemlines, fabrics, or “provocative” clothing. This book dismantles these misconceptions, exposing the hypocrisy of those who shift responsibility for sin onto women’s wardrobes, and guiding listeners toward freedom, integrity, and whole-life modesty rooted in Christ.

Breanna Neuman had dreamt of fairytales and romance, but her wedding left her with a nightmare that would never end. Leaving everything she thought she once loved behind her, she returned to Vermont and began to rebuild the shattered pieces of her life. Reunited with her long-lost father, Breanna discovers a simpler life is the best way to live. Now, she just has to find a way to move forward and leave the nightmare of her marriage behind her. With the news of her husband’s death, Breanna found herself reliving the memories she thought had been buried a long time ago.

Unlock the keys to creating a successful software development business with this comprehensive guide. 'How to Start a Software Development Business' is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and experienced developers eager to launch and grow a software company from the ground up. From securing funding and assembling a talented team to mastering project management and scaling operations, this book provides actionable insights and expert advice. You'll explore strategies to navigate the software industry, tackle common challenges, and deliver innovative solutions.

Are you looking to establish a profitable, service-based business? 'How to Start a Gutter Cleaning Business' provides you with the comprehensive information needed to launch, grow, and manage a successful gutter cleaning service. From understanding the basics of gutter maintenance and safety practices to marketing strategies and expanding your service offerings, this guide equips you with essential tools and insights to thrive in the industry. Whether you are starting from scratch or looking to enhance an existing business, this book is your roadmap to success.

Unlock the transformative power of vibrational energy and elevate your aura with "Vibrational Energy: How to Elevate Your Aura." This comprehensive guide offers practical techniques and profound insights to help you raise your vibrational frequency, enhance your well-being, and align with your true purpose.

“Judith Butler Dictionary” is an essential guide to one of the most influential thinkers of our time. Bringing together Butler’s most frequently used words and concepts—from gender and performativity to precarity, queer, assemblies, and vulnerability—this volume offers clear definitions accompanied by carefully selected quotations from her major works. Designed for students, researchers, and general listeners alike, the dictionary serves as both an introduction to Butler’s complex thought and a reference tool for deeper study.

Haden Valentini was the son of a self-made billionaire. Travel, women, and fun were his main staples in life. That is, until his father clips his wings. Now, he has to prove he’s the man his father always knew he could be, or risk losing his inheritance, but his father’s plans leave a lot to be desired. Kathleen Gage was the manager of Uptown Center in Encino, California. Her life was ordinary, routine, and that was how she liked it, until Haden became the store’s newest boxboy.

Homeless and alone, Natasha Palmer searches the streets for her lost brother, but what she finds is hopelessness and fear. The weeks soon turn into months, and she is no closer to finding Nathan than she would be if she took out an ad in the paper. Hunger and lice are the normal occupants among those huddling in the shadows, hidden from a world that does not want to see them.

I’m a single dad who got his heart stomped on. Between raising my young son, Gavin, and the long days spent driving for UPS, I barely have time to do laundry. I’m doing my best when a perfect storm enters my life. Pretty-freaking-perfect Nina Tome, one of my customers, decides to take out her bad mood on me, and I’m not having it. Gorgeous Nina doesn’t have a hair out of place, and I’m pretty sure I’ve seen her house in some fancy magazine. Meanwhile, I’m a walking tornado who hates to clean. I like my music loud and I prefer to eat takeout over the sink.

In The Spirit World: Harness the Power to Conquer the Physical World, embark on an enlightening journey that reveals the profound connection between the spiritual and physical realms. This comprehensive guide explores how understanding and engaging with the Spirit World can empower you to overcome challenges and live a victorious life. Join countless others who have experienced the life-changing power of harnessing the Spirit World. The Spirit World: Harness the Power to Conquer the Physical World is your guide to a deeper, more meaningful spiritual journey.

Dumpster? Check. Pigeons? Check. Lottery miracles and Wall Street dreams. Double check. Cherry "Dumpster Diva" Deluca is Flatbush's most chaotic heroine, and her life is about to go viral. Penthouse in a Dumpster is a laugh out loud, over-the-top urban comedy about grit, glitter, and the glamorous life of garbage.

In Nocturnal Awakenings: Messages from the Divine, Khalid A. Haaziq delves into the profound spiritual potential of nighttime awakenings, exploring them as sacred opportunities for divine communication and personal transformation. This enlightening book guides listeners through the mysterious and often misunderstood phenomenon of waking up in the middle of the night, offering practical insights and spiritual wisdom to transform these moments into powerful experiences of growth and connection.

High school has been over for a year now. Something has changed about Ronnie, and she’s about to find out the joy of it.

Who wouldn’t want to go back and relive the best hours of their lives. Arwin gets to repeat those hours over and over again.

"Top Digital Products to Sell Online" by VentureNest Books is a vital resource for entrepreneurs aiming to thrive in the digital landscape. As the digital marketplace grows, it can be daunting to choose the right products and strategies for success. This book addresses common challenges faced by aspiring digital product creators, such as selecting profitable digital goods, identifying market demand, and producing high-quality content.

Stories included: Bringing Work Home, Extra Blind Love, Afraid of the Dark, and more.