Open Your Own Doors: One Woman’s Story of Success in a Male-Dominated Industry
How women can speak up and stand out in a business world built for men. A Top Ten performer at a previous financial advisory services firm, Nora Castro was invited to meet with the senior executive team at her new company. In a boardroom where Castro was the only female in attendance, the president asked for big ideas to save the firm from their shrinking footprint in the industry. Castro's hand shot up. "I have the answer!" When she was ignored, she responded in a loud voice, "What percentage of executives in our firm are women?" Without acknowledging her, the president called an end to the meeting and the men walked out, leaving Castro sitting alone. This is the story of how one woman fought her way to the top in a cutthroat industry built and run by men. Through vivid career anecdotes and a little tough love, Castro shows women everywhere -- regardless of industry -- how to follow her up the ladder and open the door to their own success.
Thinking Loud, Thinking Clearly! Anybody Hear Me?
If you've ever sought to reflect on the ways God impacts your everyday life, these true stories accompanied by scriptures will both enlighten and inspire you. God comes to us in a multitude of ways -- through family, relationships, career, money matters, and more. These simple and candid words of wisdom will help shine a light on God's ongoing work in your life to provide you with a new perspective. Each story includes thoughtful questions or exercises to help you journal your reflections and discover how God uses the ordinary to accomplish the extraordinary. If you're seeking encouragement and a stronger connection to God during these troubled times, this collection of captivating stories is guaranteed to empower and uplift you.
A Spot of Trouble (Turtle Beach Book 1)
Get ready to laugh out loud with this hilarious romantic comedy featuring: A grumpy firefighter who thinks his way is the only way, A bubbly cupcake vendor who thinks her pup can do no wrong, Adorable Dalmatians who swap places -- and the chaos that ensues, An opposites-attract romance that'll warm your heart. Violet March and Sam Nash are as different as night and day and have been enemies ever since Violet accused Sam of dognapping her beloved Dalmatian. Sam knows that would never happen -- his well-trained fire safety demonstration dog never steps out of line, whereas Violet's problematic pooch has never met a command she didn't ignore completely, much like her bubbly owner. So when Sprinkles and Cinder accidentally switch places during the annual police vs. fire department softball tournament, Violet is thrilled by her dog's sudden perfect behavior, while stubborn-yet-charming Sam is horrified to find that his dog no longer listens.
The Hunted Woman
Joanne Gray is a young woman traveling through the wild and rough parts of the West. As the train stops for a while, she asks for a place to stay, but gets sent to Bill Quade, one of the most crooked guys in that part of the back woods. Fortunately she meets a well known writer John Aldous who becomes her guardian, ready to step up when a lady is in danger. James Oliver Curwood (1878-1927) was an American action-adventure writer and conservationist. His adventure writing followed in the tradition of Jack London. Like London, Curwood set many of his works in the wilds of the Great White North. He often took trips to the Canadian northwest which provided the inspiration for his wilderness adventure stories. At least eighteen movies have been based on or inspired by Curwood's novels and short stories.
Made A Killing (Alex Warren Murder Mysteries Book 1)
Nobody sheds a tear when local troublemaker Scott Stevenson is found with an ivory tusk driven through his torso. D.C.I. Alex Warren is tasked with bringing the killer to justice. The case turns out to be more complicated than expected, as they begin to investigate the numerous people Stevenson has harmed. When they stumble upon a web of crimes motivated by sex and greed, it becomes clear that there's much more to the case than they anticipated. With the body count rising and clues few and far between, can Alex Warren and his team close the case before more lives are lost? Made A Killing is a gripping tartan noir mystery set in the tough, crime-ridden streets of Glasgow.
Mind Manipulation for Beginners (Mind Improvement for Beginners Book 1)
Master the subconscious and reveal your true potential. Understanding the full extent of your brainpower is step one on the path to success. Harness your underlying abilities, and revel in the fascinating science of hypnosis. Entranced by the knowledge this book provides, you'll soon discover: • 12 hypnotic patterns and their use in hypnotherapy • Trigger words with which to forge a session script that can't be beat • How to conquer fear and deep anxiety by "priming yourself" • How to perform stage hypnosis with covert persuasion, AND MUCH, MUCH MORE! Explaining complexities with masterful ease, your eyes will be opened to the world around you. From advertising to communication, the applications are myriad. Not only will these techniques impress your friends, self-hypnosis can be used as a means of self-improvement. Struggling with social anxiety? That needn't be the case! You'll love having total control over your own subconscious... and others! Take a trip inside the mind now. Emerge a better you!
Flight Of The Hawk: The River: A Novel of the American West
INTERNATIONAL BEST-SELLING AUTHOR W. MICHAEL GEAR TURNS HIS MASTER'S HAND TO THE FRONTIER WEST. 1812 Missouri Fur Trade - An intimate of the Burr conspiracy, the condemned and hounded John Tylor signs on as boatman with Manuel Lisa's expedition. But the river is now contested as the British, Spanish, and other fur companies prepare to break Lisa's hold. As the expedition battles its way up the violent river, Fenway McKeever lurks in Tylor's shadow. Not only is the half-mad McKeever paid to kill Tylor, but he's convinced himself that by destroying Lisa's expedition, he can sell his services to the highest bidder.
Mags & Nats 3-Book Box Set
Enjoy the 3-book Mags & Nats series! This urban fantasy is full of murder, mystery, and magic. Perfect for fans of Ilona Andrews, Jim Butcher, Holly Black, and Cassandra Clare. Murders and conspiracies abound in a city that was once praised for peace between Naturals and Magics. Now, Graysen Galder and his ex-girlfriend's band of rogue Magics are the only ones who can save Boston... if they aren't killed first. The Nat Makes 7 - Golden boy Graysen Galder has it all figured out. That is, until he's framed for magically-motivated murder... The only person who seems to care about finding the truth is Graysen. Of course, being the city's public enemy number one doesn't make investigating any easier. Mag Subject 6 - Kaira Hansley can illusion herself into anyone she chooses. Bodyguard who means business? Sure. Cute little kid with pigtails? Absolutely. The only face she doesn't want to wear into public is her own. After three years of living off the grid, she's now the most famous Magic in Boston. And exposing herself has put Kaira right in the path of a cold-blooded killer. Steel for 5 - No one ever expects the sweet blonde to be the strongest one in the room... at least, not until they're lying on the ground and wondering how they got there...
The Prince's Chosen (The Fount Book 1)
Addy is a farmer in upstate New York. Tol is the prince of a dying magical race. Both are trapped in lives they didn't choose. 18-year-old Addy has spent her entire life in a small town, where the most exciting activity is watching corn grow. That is, until seven-foot warriors crash through her front door. They kidnap her sister and then try to kill her. As she faces their swords with nothing but her fists, she's saved by a man who obliterates her enemies without laying a finger on them. His name is Tol, and he claims to be a magical, mind-controlling prince. Tol has spent his life searching for the human girl with the power to save his ruined world. Now, he's finally found her. But Addy can't afford to risk her life for a world she never knew existed. She is consumed by one thought... rescuing her sister. There is only one chance for them to get what they desperately need. For it to work, Tol and Addy must sacrifice the one thing they are both fighting to keep: their freedom.
The Perfect Escape (Sinful Pleasures #2)
Some would say that revenge is nothing more than returning the favor, but it is much more than that for me. Reyna McCall may have been my only leverage against the man who took everything from me, but now she is much more than that. The game has changed, so have the players, but not even that will stop me from getting her back. My rules, my way. There is only room for one winner. A.L. Long brings another captivating dark romance with The Perfect Escape which is Book Two in the Sinful Pleasures Series. ( It is recommended to read Book One of the Sinful Pleasures Series, The Perfect Wife) The book contains adult content 18+
Lifelong Vitality: 5 proven steps to increase energy, flexibility and pain relief
Are you struggling to be physically active and make it through the day without feeling drained? Learn how to boost your vitality for your golden years so you can keep doing the things you love. Are you concerned that you are going to have decreased quality and total years of life? Did you know your lifespan is only 20% determined by genes and 80% determined by your lifestyle choices? Have you given to your children and it's time for you? Dr. Gerry Rosanove is a chiropractor, osteopath and yoga teacher and holistic longevity lifestyle specialist. You'll learn his secrets to increased energy, flexibility and pain relief that he's developed over the past 28 years with his five proven steps of mindset, breath, movement, posture, and diet. When you implement his strategies you'll slow your ageing process and potentially add years to your life. His process only includes the methods that have been proven to get results and No one who has implemented his strategies has failed to improve their vitality.
INTUITIVE SELF MOTIVATION (Personal Development with Self Motivation)
Eliminate procrastination for once and for all. Dust off all those goals and plans that you've been pining for, and get ready for a rocket ride into a productive future and legacy. Do you often find yourself far behind on all the things you want to accomplish? Boost your potential with insightful changes to your routine and goals. Create daily habits that fuel self-motivation and momentum. Get things done, while setting yourself up for success. Discover what boosts self-motivation and make these principles work for you. In this book, you will discover how to make the BEST use of your time each day when it comes to your goals. Set yourself up now for ONGOING crazy-awesome forward momentum. Intuitive Motivation takes you for a quick but deep dive through science-backed evidence that points to how to maximize motivation both at work and in your personal life.
Mansa Musa and Timbuktu: A Captivating Guide to the Emperor of the Mali Empire
Two captivating manuscripts in one book: • Mansa Musa: A Captivating Guide to the Emperor of the Islamic Mali Empire in West Africa and How He Developed Timbuktu into a Major Center for Trade • Timbuktu: A Captivating Guide to an Important Ancient City and How It Became a Part of the Wealthy Mali Empire during the Reign of Mansa Musa. In the grand scheme of things, very little is known of Mansa Musa's life. We know that he was one of the greatest emperors of the Mali Empire. And we know that he was actually one of the richest men of all time due to the enormous gold deposits in West Africa that were under his dominion, but large parts of Mansa Musa's life remain a mystery. We know, for example, that he later expanded the reach of the Mali Empire considerably, eventually incorporating the legendary Timbuktu into his realm. Such things certainly make for fascinating tales, but the truth is much of Mansa Musa's early life is virtually unknown. This is largely due to the fact that Mansa Musa did not have a biography of his exploits written about him during the time in which he lived.
The Giraffe Who Found Its Spots
The Giraffe Who Found Its Spots is a heartwarming story about a young giraffe that goes on a journey of self-discovery. The giraffe visits a variety of different animals, trying to fit in with each group, but eventually learns that being different is normal and accepting yourself for who you are is what makes the world a wonderful place. Great bed time storybook for kids to illustrate the important lesson of being happy with yourself for who you are and accepting others for their differences. Lots of fun animal illustrations sure to make any child excited while reading and learning! Plenty of animals for whatever your child's favorite is including elephants, rhinos, hyenas, flamingos, ostriches, monkeys, gorillas, cheetahs, and of course, a giraffe!
The Island of Doctor Moreau (Illustrated)
Filmed numerous times, The Island of Doctor Moreau remains one of H. G. Wells' best-known novels. The story tells of Edward Prendick, a shipwrecked man rescued by a passing boat who is left on the island home of Doctor Moreau, a reclusive genius who creates human-like hybrid beings from animals via vivisection.The novel deals with a number of philosophical themes, including pain and cruelty, moral responsibility, human identity, and human interference with nature.
My Perfect Life at Cornish Cottage
Sophie Bailey is your typical yummy mummy. She lives in a small village where life is all coffee mornings and party plan. Then one day, completely out of the blue, her husband left her for a younger woman. Giving up wasn't an option because she had a son to think of. She had no husband, no self-esteem, no money, no job, no family to count on & zero prospects. All she had left was her 6-year-old son, a boisterous puppy, a mad friend, a huge crush on her son's teacher, and an online dating profile - apparently!! To add to her problems, she found herself the subject of the village gossip, pursued by the mafia (playground variety), forced into servitude and resigned to a lifetime of shopping in Poundland. To cap it all, she will be 40 in a matter of weeks. Then just when she thought things couldn't get any worse - her life went VIRAL!!!!
Old Lady Ketchel's Revenge: The Slaughter Minnesota Horror Series Book 1
No one truly escapes their childhood unscathed. Especially if you grew up in Slaughter, Minnesota, in the 1960s and crossed Old Lady Ketchel's path. All the kids at Slaughter Elementary had the sense to steer clear of Old Lady Ketchel's place. Everyone except for Bobby Briars. And for his folly, Bobby and his parents mysteriously disappeared. You see, Hagatha Ketchel had a bone to pick. Not just with foolish kids like Bobby Briars, but with the entire town of Slaughter. Not that anyone knew why or dared approach her to try to learn why. The Briars' home stood vacant for a long time. Until one day, Ms. Karen Garber, a perky 23-year old woman, bought the house and moved from the Twin Cities to be Slaughter Elementary's new 7th-grade teacher. Then things really began to spin out of control. Despite Ms. Garber's best intentions, chaos and destruction always seemed to follow her.
Phoenix Heart: Episode 1: Ashes
SHE THOUGHT THERE COULD BE NO FUTURE FOR SOMEONE LIKE HER UNTIL SOMETHING BLOOMED IN HER HEART - A PHOENIX. Disabled and rejected in her community, Sersha has never had a best friend. Until one day, a phoenix enters her world, tied to her heart in a way no one can break. Now, this great fiery beast has adopted her as his best friend and he wants to take her away from the world she's known until now. But Sersha's village is in trouble and unless she can learn to work with her phoenix friend right now, they might both lose the future they were counting on. Will Sersha's big heart be enough to forge a bond between them?
Hometown (Hearts of the Ridge Book 1)
When Tessa's big-city plans take the A Train to disaster, she lands in her sleepy hometown, smack in the middle of the most unlikely love triangle ever to hit Pennsylvania's Amish Country. Hot-shot Dr. Richard Bruce is bound to Green Ridge by loyalty that runs deep. Deeper still is Jonas Rishel's tie to the land and his family's Amish community. Behind the wheel of a 1979 camper van, Tessa idles at a fork in the road. Will she cruise the superhighway to the future? Or take a slow trot to the past and a mysterious society she never dreamed she'd glimpse from the inside?
Counter Caliphate (A Jake Adams International Espionage Thriller Series Book 11)
Jake Adams is living the good life on the Italian coast, when he is summoned by an old friend to help with an international crisis. A group of terrorists has kidnapped a number of Christian relief workers, and they have disappeared somewhere off the coast of Morocco. Reluctantly, Jake takes on the case. So now Jake must assemble a team of people he can trust from his past to find and free these captured medical professionals. Meanwhile, Jake's girlfriend, Alexandra, has been called back to work for German intelligence in Berlin, where she has been tasked to infiltrate a group of neo-Nazis bent on German purity during increasing nationalist protests. Jake's mission brings him from the Iberian Peninsula to the Atlas Mountains of North Africa, where he must fight forces of a spreading Caliphate. Has Jake finally found a mountain too hard to climb?