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From a dysfunctional family life, full of shame, guilt, anger and trauma, this book tells the story of a huge victory over the silenced trauma, in my life. I share about the physical and mental abuse I endured during my entire childhood, as well as the molestation from a family member, from age nine to eleven. I explain how I buried all of the pain under many layers of shame and I drowned all of the memories in alcohol and drugs. I pretended to be an outgoing and fun person, but hid under laughter, while entertaining my friends and family when I really was dying inside.

Get MEPS-ready with a complete ASVAB prep system built to raise your AFQT and expand your MOS options—fast. This isn’t a “listen once and hope” audiobook. It’s a structured, step-by-step training system designed to help you study smarter, build test-day stamina, and walk into MEPS calm, confident, and prepared.

A riveting novel of one man’s life journey from China under Japanese rule to the Philippines under Marcos and Hong Kong under British influence. A Chinese perspective with fiction, fact, life, love, spice, business and intrigue rolled into one.

You are no doubt a busy professional with a lot of things going on! It can be challenging to find the time to study for the BCBA exam. That is why the author Andrew Wiggins, a Behavioral Analyst professional developed the BCBA Study Guide! This edition is a practice questions edition.

Do you love American Ninja Warrior? Would you like to know what it’s like to be a ninja? Would you like to become a ninja? If so, this is the book for you. Author Chris Warnky developed a ninja heart by training as a ninja warrior. He describes what he found to be 12 traits of a ninja. Find out what the traits are and how you can benefit from living them yourself.

This is a book where black men discuss valid concerns of the struggles in their lives, and how they found the strength through their tears to overcome them. Weakness does not exist in a black man who reflects on his past and desires to positively change it. These strong black men are fighting against forces that are sometimes more determined to defeat them.

Black men growth and successes are still marked by problems of black-on-black crime, hopelessness, stagnation, and poor parenting. Still, many rise above the odds society predestine for them and try to become better men than their past or current conditions. Black men want to become better fathers to their children, but joblessness, court system, and poor guidance impede their progress.

Luther is a darkly humorous mafia book that tells the story of Luther LaMotta, an accidental low-level hitman in the Manchini family mob. Luther wants nothing more from life than to savor music in the solitude of his plant-filled apartment, or to romp in borrowed luxury cars with his girlfriend/stripper Candy Barr, an Amish runaway. Instead, he is forced to clean up after mob hits, feeding victims’ body parts to a crocodile named Bianca who is kept in a pit in a New York City basement.

Having honorably served for over 22 combined years in both the Navy and the Army, the author unveils true and never-before revealed military stories that explicitly beg the question, why? He shares verifiable insight derived entirely from what he has done, seen, and knows to be true about himself and the current state of young adult Soldiers today.

Born in Jamaica and arriving in the United States as a young teen, Ferron S. Johnson faced numerous challenges that could have derailed his dreams. This is an author who defied all odds to create a better future for himself and those around him. However, instead of succumbing to the hardships, he used them as fuel to drive his determination and resilience.

Having broken off from the United States of America decades previously, New California is a separate country, an isolated nation-state run exclusively to achieve the promise of total equity for all identities, with extra equity for those historically oppressed populations. The innate wisdom of branded Social Justice and Anti-Racism, the highest priorities of New California, will be revealed to everyone all over the world soon enough, but first, for Black military sniper Quinceton Rift, there is a border dispute with Nevada to confront.

The purpose of Harmony - The Harmonics of Planet Earth is to awaken a profound sense of harmony within each listener. Through understanding the intrinsic connections between humanity, Earth, and the cosmos, this book seeks to guide listeners toward inner peace, healing, and balance. By embracing this harmony, listeners are encouraged to extend its influence to others and to every aspect of the planet. In nurturing these connections, Harmony aspires to inspire a journey of healing for the mind, spirit, and even the body as listeners absorb and integrate its teachings.

Philip Tenorio found himself at his lowest point—recently divorced, battling alcohol addiction, and had switched careers after working with the same company for 15 years. He felt lost and hopeless until he stumbled upon an unexpected lifeline: a profound friendship with Pepper, a colleague navigating the stormy waters of separation. Pepper creatively delivered words of encouragement to Philip, culminating in the encouraging words, “The best of you is yet to come.”

Uncommon: Black Can Make a Difference is an inspirational memoir that delves deep into the life of Mel King, an African American Air Force veteran, and his remarkable journey through corporate America. This compelling narrative captures the essence of overcoming racism and breaking barriers during the Civil Rights era, offering an unfiltered look at the struggles and triumphs of a Black leader in the 1970s. Through his vivid storytelling, Mel King takes listeners on a powerful journey from his humble beginnings to his significant achievements, showcasing the essence of Black excellence.

The book begins with me in High School, (in Los Angeles), experiencing the added challenge of being an elected student council president while not letting all the political benefits affect my ego to the point where it becomes a character fault.

Out of the Frying pan is an exceedingly dark comedy that follows the story of Luther LaMotta and Martini Conti as they escape the death and dismemberment they have left behind in New York. Driving a brand new, stolen Lincoln Town Car the only plan they have is to lay low and try to out wit the gangsters that have been sent to kill them.

Chase the Lion: Embracing Faith and Trust in God's Plan by Dr. Sherman J. Morris is a powerful guide to living a life of courage, resilience, and excellence. Drawing on biblical stories and his own experiences, Dr. Morris shares strategies that will help readers to face their fears, trust in God's timing, and pursue their dreams with determination.

The little child's love for his unusual hobby increased as he got older. He used to insist on going almost every day to the old airport and staying there for many hours, to watch the aircraft taking off and landing. Those moments, We remember, were the happiest of his day. When he returned home, he used to recall every single detail of what he had seen.

Do you find yourself constantly juggling multiple tasks, feeling overwhelmed by deadlines, and struggling to find balance in your busy schedule? Imagine a world where you could conquer your to-do list with ease, reclaim your time, and boost your efficiency like never before. In today's fast-paced world productivity is essential to succeed. Introducing Increasing Productivity, an essential guide offering practical strategies and insights to help you unlock your full productivity potential, make the most of every moment, and confidently achieve your goals.

Radical Recovery Peer Support is a program that utilizes Peer Support to help individuals achieve wellness and personal growth. The author of the program uses first-person inspirational passages to draw parallels between concepts and recovery. The Program Involves group sessions that can be done either in-person or online.