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The Sanitary Squad are a team of government-funded grime fighters, fighting to keep the streets of Filtham City clean, both figuratively and literally.Grease is the word as a string of restaurants find themselves being burgled by the notorious married criminals, Blackhead and Pimple.What do they want all of this grease for? And just who is the mysterious Dr Ozone?

An anthology of memories from a whole life. This old man's memory remains a source of enrichment for those who know how to read between the lines, an invigorating experience. Feeling that the programmed obsolescence of his life, which had already destroyed the motor faculties of his body, was beginning to ravage his mind and the memories of his existence, the narrator endeavored to revisit his distant past, to dust off the already infected storehouses of his life, to unearth some of the more salient memories.

The Author has attained an age where the number of things which annoy him have reached critical mass. The premise of his book is to establish an affinity with like minded individuals, but also a kind of weird therapy for himself. In this effort, where he tackles 101 of these everyday annoyances, we take a journey through many different aspects of our lives and also his frustrations regarding the way some things have changed, in his lifetime, but not necessarily for the better. Some of his observations are controversial, some are outrageous, a few have a serious point, but the main purpose is to give us a laugh and an opportunity to learn that we are not alone.

There's an old village in England. It was oncethriving, full of life from those who worked inthe nearby mines. But, when the mines closed,the families had no option but to move awayto pastures new.Decades later, with the village left to rot, andthe British government decided to step in. Inan effort to breathe new life into the village,they decide to sell the houses at ultra-lowprices. The catch? The new owners have a setamount of time to renovate their new home. What they do from there is up to them. Some would want to move in, others would want to sell up. Then,there are those who'd rent it out as a holiday home.For those looking to take part in the scheme, itsounds like an amazing opportunity. And, itwas and could have stayed that way too...If only they didn't go digging up past secrets.

The Sanitary Squad are a team of government-funded grime fighters, fighting to keep the streets of Filtham City clean, both figuratively and literally.Putting the bins out has never been so dangerous. With people going missing, it's up to the squad to find the kidnapper.Meanwhile, an ordinary family is being stalked by a monster known as... Litterbug.

The Sanitary Squad are a team of government-funded grime fighters, fighting to keep the streets of Filtham City clean, both figuratively and literally.Captain Clean and the squad must face their dirtiest foe yet, in the form of Lady Muck.Will the squad be able to stop the villain born from the soil who always plays dirty?

Real life poems from individuals who have been through some traumatic events due to Addiction and Mental Health. Each poem, Letter, reflects the pain and anguish and the emotional roller-coaster caused by these devastating afflictions. The sole purpose of One Day at A Time is to reach out to the still suffering, and to bring like minded people together. The more people connect and share there own personal accounts will ease the suffering, by talking and writing you take the power out of your demons. The apposite of Addiction is !!!!! CONNECTION !!!!!

In 'Fogel Grip: Noir of Lies, Legacy & Lost Souls!', dive into the thrilling discovery of an ancient ship beneath the World Trade Center that catapults a drug-addicted reporter into the heart of America's shadowy beginnings. Nadia, driven by an insatiable quest for truth, uncovers the obscured legacy of New Sweden-a forgotten colony that challenges everything we thought we knew about William Penn and the untamed lands of American folklore. Nadia's investigation into Gertrude Svensdotter's defiant stand against colonial powers intertwines past and present, revealing a history of cultural erasure and silenced voices. Nadia's journey is a perilous trek through danger and addiction, seeking to illuminate the lost narratives that have shaped our nation. This book is not just a story of discovery; it's a fight to reclaim a people's place in history, promising intrigue, revelation, and the unearthing of hidden Swedish heritage that vibrates with the very heartbeat of our country!

Embark on the riveting conclusion of the Conquistadors Trilogy with 'Rivers and Blood.' Witness the final chapter of Sardina's harrowing journey as he confronts the shadows of his past in a quest for redemption. His path entwines with the relentless Hernando de Soto, whose thirst for glory along the Mississippi River knows no bounds. In this finale, the fate of empires and the destiny of La Florida's native tribes converge in a powerful narrative. As Sardina battles his demons and de Soto his unyielding greed, their odyssey culminates in a showdown that will echo through the annals of history. Will redemption be Sardina's final legacy or will he be swept away by the relentless tides of conquest? 'Rivers and Blood' delivers a gripping tale of courage, ambition, and the indomitable human spirit, inviting readers to experience the tumultuous end of an era. Prepare for a journey where the pursuit of salvation and gold leads to a climactic reckoning.

"Tom Sawyer: The Great Exaggerator" is a vibrant and humorous reimagining of Mark Twain's classic, set in a modern context, told through the shared narrations of Tom, Huck, and Becky.In this novella, Tom Sawyer is a charismatic and imaginative vlogger whose exaggerated tales spiral into hilarious real-life adventures.The story maintains the essence of the original while infusing it with contemporary elements like social media, environmental consciousness, and the nuances of modern teen life.The novella weaves a tale of growth, friendship, and the importance of authenticity, all while maintaining a light-hearted and comedic tone.Readers witness Tom's transformation from a reckless storyteller to a responsible young adult, learning the value of truth and the impact of one's actions. Why is this novella?A modern twist on a classic tale.Explores themes of authenticity and personal growth.Blends humor with meaningful life lessons. What is in this novella? (Or What I "as a reader" will get from this novella.)Engaging and relatable characters.Contemporary settings and issues.A blend of humor, adventure, and emotional depth. For whom is this novella?Fans of classic literature looking for a fresh take.Young adults and teens seeking relatable stories.Readers who enjoy humor and heartfelt narratives. What is special about this novella?Unique modern adaptation of a classic.Captures the essence of the original while being relevant to today's audience.Offers both entertainment and thoughtful insights. Why should I acquire this novella?To experience a beloved classic in a new light.For a delightful mix of comedy and meaningful storytelling.To enjoy a story that balances timeless themes with contemporary relevance.

Discover the untold horrors of the Arizona desert as you embark on the treacherous journey of a lifetime with "Devils of the Desert", the second installment of the Conquistadors Trilogy. Follow Francisco Vazquez de Coronado as he sets forth on his own Entrada in search of the elusive Seven Cities of Gold, but the treacherous terrain proves to be just as deadly as the conquistadors themselves. As the journey takes its toll, and the men begin to despair, regret and hopelessness sets in.But just as all hope seems lost, the Spanish come across a mysterious shaman they call "The Turk" who holds the key to the location of the cities, but with a price. They must pass through another hell, and the cost may be more than they bargained for. Will they make it to the end of their journey? Will they finally uncover the secret of the Seven Cities of Gold? Or will their quest for gold be their downfall?Find out in "Devils of the Desert" - a thrilling, must read historical fiction tale of adventure, mystery, and danger. Grab your copy now.

THE Fates were unkind to the Balkan Peninsula. Because of its position, it was forced to stand in the path of the greatest racial movements of the world, and was thus the scene of savage racial struggles, and the depositary of residual shreds of nations surviving from great defeats or Pyrrhic victories and cherishing irreconcilable mutual hatreds. As if that were not enough of ill fortune imposed by geographical position, the great Roman Empire elected to come from its seat in the Italian Peninsula to die in the Balkan Peninsula, a long drawn-out death of many agonies, of many bloody disasters and desperate retrievals. For all the centuries of which history knows a blood-mist has hung over the Balkans; and for the centuries before the dawn of written history one may surmise that there was the same constant struggle of warring races.

We have progressed appreciably beyond the days of the old horseless carriage, which, it will be remembered, retained even the dashboard. To-day the modern automobile somewhat resembles, in its outlines, across between a decapod locomotive and a steam fire-engine, or at least something concerning the artistic appearance of which the layman has very grave doubts. The control of a restive horse, a cranky boat, or even a trolley-car on rails is difficult enough for the inexperienced, and there are many who would quail before making the attempt; but to the novice in charge of an automobile, some serious damage is likely enough to occur within an incredibly short space of time, particularly if he does not take into account the tremendous force and power which he controls merely by the moving of a tiny lever, or by the depressing of a pedal.

Was ist mit Menschen, die außergewöhnlich gewöhnlich sind? Sie sind ausgeprägt oder ungewöhnlich gewöhnlich, halten sich manchmal allerdings für außergewöhnlich, was zu einer hohen Selbsteinschätzung führt. Diese falsche Einschätzung - oft verbunden mit fehlgeleitetem Ehrgeiz - lässt sie furchtbar scheitern, wie die Erlebnisse eines außergewöhnlich Gewöhnlichen zeigen, der kein Einzelfall ist. Denn mit schrillen Projekten, auf sich aufmerksam zu machen, um der Welt zu zeigen, was geht, wenn nur gewollt, ohne aber tatsächlich zu können, ist derzeit weit verbreitet und motiviert, über Selbstbild und Scheitern eines außergewöhnlich Gewöhnlichen zu berichten - ein "Felix Krull" der Postmoderne?

Arabische Übersetzung des Bestsellers: Der Jakobsweg, einer der vier Pilgerwege in Europa, zieht sich über 700 km von den Pyrenäen bis nach Santiago de Compostela im Nordwesten Spaniens. Schon im Mittelalter war er neben den Wallfahrten nach Rom und Jerusalem einer der wichtigsten Pilgerwege. Auch Karl der Große kam auf diesem Weg vorbei und unzählige Menschen vor und nach ihm ebenso. Einer dieser Menschen ist Paulo Coelho. Der lateinamerikanische Schriftsteller hat seine Erinnerungen an dieses Abenteuer in seinem Buch Auf dem Jakobsweg festgehalten.

Dies ist eine wahre Familiengeschichte, so real wie tausend andere Familiendramen der kleinen baltischen Völker. Sie spielt in den 1950er-Jahren, als Estland Teil der UdSSR war. Den äußeren Rahmen bildet der Kuss zwischen einem russischen Mädchen und einem estnischen Jungen. Zur Lösung der Frage, ob ein solcher Kuss denn erlaubt sei, kommen die Verwandten des Jungen zu Wort: Lebende und Tote, die die Mutter des Jungen, eine begnadete Geschichtenerzählerin, in ihren Geschichten auferstehen lässt. Ihre Schicksale, die dadurch geprägt waren, dass das kleine Volk der Esten zwischen den beiden großen Mächten Deutschland und Sowjetunion aufgerieben wurde, werden uns lebendig vor Augen geführt.Der Held der Geschichte erfährt, dass Völker nur friedlich miteinander leben können, wenn die Menschen aufeinander zugehen, wenn sie verzeihen und auch vergessen können, wer die Unterdrücker und wer die Unterdrückten waren. So geht es in dieser Erzählung um die Vermeidung von Gewalt und Krieg und letztlich um Liebe zwischen den Völkern.

Ich wär so gern getüpfelt! Ein Kinderbuch über Depression und das AndersseinLiese ist ein schwarzes Huhn. Das macht ihr großen Kummer - schließlich hätte sie so gerne Punkte! Doch die Lage scheint aussichtslos. Als sie verkündet, dass ihre Tüpfel eben schwarz sind, lacht sie die ganze Hühnerschar aus. Traurig verweigert sie das Futter, legt keine Eier mehr und scheint letztlich sogar an ihrer Trauer zu sterben.Das gereimte Kinderbuch über die Depression eines traurigen Huhns lädt Kinder mit einem kleinen Augenzwinkern dazu ein, über ihre Gefühle zu sprechen, wenn sie ausgelacht werden oder anders sind. Am Ende findet sich auch für Liese eine Lösung - also immer Kopf hoch!- Zauberhaftes Kinderbuch in Reimen von Annie M. G. Schmidt- Kinderbuch über Gefühle: Die Illustrationen von Annemarie van Haeringen erwecken Liese und die Hühnerschar zum Leben- Kinder stärken: Mit einem Bilderbuch im Kindergarten über Ausgrenzung und Depression sprechen- Depression bei Kindern: Lustige Reime bringen Leichtigkeit in ein schwieriges Thema- Ein Kinderbuch ab 3 Jahren über eine depressive Henne mit Happy End Ausgrenzung schmerzt - auch unter Hühnern!Liese hält mit ihrem Herzenswunsch nicht hinterm Berg: Sie will unbedingt Punkte - wenn es sein muss auch in schwarz und schwer erkennbar. Die anderen Hühner und der Hahn machen sich deshalb über sie lustig. Was diese Reaktion bewirken kann, wird im Verlauf der Tiergeschichte deutlich. So verbindet Annie M. G. Schmidt meisterhaft ein lustiges Kinderbuch in Reimen mit Denkanstößen für die jungen Zuhörer:innen: Wie wäre es denn, an Lieses Stelle zu sein? Und was können alle zusammen tun, um sich gegenseitig zu unterstützen, wenn sie traurig sind?Eine wunderbar witzige Geschichte über ein depressives Huhn, dessen Wunsch doch noch in Erfüllung geht: Für ganz viel Hoffnung in Fällen von Depression bei Kindern!

"you're why the book can't be shut": Collection of Love Poems, Prose, Thoughts for Heartbreak, Relationships, Trauma Healing. A book of mixed structured traditional and free verse poetry which have both rhythm/rhyming and a bit of "Insta-poetry" thrown in there for the die hard social media enthusiasts, no cap.Let's get lost between the lines in this first book author debut "you're why the book can't be shut", released by Witt as she lays out the emotions of crush to love on a level we can simply just understand for the casual or serious reader. This book would appeal to high school coming of age and older into adulthood. It is laid out in a order somewhat as the feelings grow beyond first looks and first meetings and missed connections imaginary or not. Witt has been published twice in The American Library of Poetry as an adolescent and has compiled her emotional journey of love throughout her life thus far to bring you a sense of relatability, empathetic growth, letting go, blossoming inner feelings you hope to manifest into love.~all the things I didn't say. xoxo¿Entry sneak peak from the book:And there you areBack again after last seasonSwore it wouldn't be too farComing back with such reasonAs if winter could forget summerEntry from her Instagram and Website:Dear Readers and Wondering Souls,May what you read hereFill in the negative spaceDrawing the emotions nearWhen you need another placeSincerely,Triffawna Witt@letsgetlostbetweenthelines, Instagram Handle

I am mine to reassemble,to complete as a whole.I am no one's project but my own. A Quiet Unfolding is a collection written by eight Filipino poets discussing the theme of healing. It is the maiden collection birthed from a call for submissions to discover emerging poets from the Philippines, spearheaded by Filipina poet Dawn Lanuza's community called a soft landing.

What if the distance between what you have loved and lost is not so far after all?What if, as the Sparrow flies, there's a way through loneliness, grief, betrayal, and the aches of sacrificial love, that feels lighter-more freeing?Such is the journey the reader takes in as the Sparrow flies. "A companion for the aches of love," as the Sparrow flies takes the reader on a deeply personal, yet universal journey. Through the aches of long distance relationships and starting over in new places; to the agony of grief in the loss of loved one; to the anguish of betrayals, friendship breakups and religious trauma; and finally-through the beautiful and sharp ache that is loving one's children-discover the way that "loving's ache/ and every break/ find their solace/ in the Divine/ embrace."Accompanied by exquisite, original artwork by the talented Bethanie Pack, as the Sparrow flies takes the reader on a poetic journey through the nuanced layers of the grief that comes with love.

The desert is full of men whose souls are as dark as the hats they wear.Wild Bill Hickok rides into Silver Vein on a hot and steamy summer day. He's antsy and overdue for a vacation, but this is Silver Vein, and all sorts of mayhem is afoot.Curly Barnes is in his saloon, serving out drinks and jabbering to anyone who would listen, when he learns the last of a long line of sheriff Langtry's is being held prisoner in his own jail. As soon as he hits the trail to go and save the old sheriff, he learns that Scout, his great Comanche friend, has been taken hostage.And that ain't even the half of it. With his two loyal deputies, Baxter and Merle, Wild Bill, and two legendary Texas Rangers, Curly Barnes once again finds himself on another adventure in the name of justice.

Dan Davidson is as strong and sensitive a soul as one could hope to be. Incidents from his childhood, young adulthood,marriage, and career as a United Methodist minister demonstrate a truly extraordinary man. Nevertheless, as Dan's career progresses from pastoring growing churches to being selected to serve as a bishop of the denomination, it seems he becomes an example of how 'power corrupts'. Finally, confronted in court by attorney Sonny Richardson, in a class action lawsuit accusing the denomination of breach of contract, Dan will have the opportunity to redeem or condemn himself. Will he be the one to show that a faithful believer could stay and serve within the denomination, or will he be revealed to be another spiritual leader corrupted by the power and position the church has bestowed upon him?

Anyone who handles a patient load knows how difficult some can be. Dr. Selwood (a neuropsychologist) had a real doozy of a case assigned to her, Dr. Arthur McAiden. When McAiden first began his outpatient stint at the Kessler Institute he had trouble stringing cognitive sentences together. Selwood suggested he write his thoughts down, and so he did. At first, he wrote of the accident itself, which had her wondering how he knew what he did. Then his story moved on and intertwined his recovery process with what she believed to be a work of fiction. If he was trying to have fun at her expense, she did not know. Either way, it didn't matter, but, when he moved on and began describing his take on the triune others have used to describe his faith, she wanted to file this away in the circular trash can beside her desk. Then one of his characters came to life and paid her a visit. While her patient had struggled to re-enter the three-dimensional space those living on earth call home, Dr. Selwood, in turn, now struggled to accept the continuum of life Arthur had presented to her.

"Since time immemorial, the Haddesley family has tended the cranberry bog. In exchange, the bog sustains them. The staunch seasons of their lives are governed by a strict covenant that is renewed each generation with the ritual sacrifice of their patriarch, and in return, the bog produces a "bog-wife." Brought to life from vegetation, this woman is meant to carry on the family line. But when the bog fails--or refuses--to honor the bargain, the Haddesleys, a group of discordant siblings still grieving the mother who mysteriously disappeared years earlier, face an unknown future. Middle child Wenna, summoned back to the dilapidated family manor just as her marriage is collapsing, believes the Haddesleys must abandon their patrimony. Her siblings are not so easily persuaded. Eldest daughter Eda, de facto head of the household, seeks to salvage the compact by desecrating it. Younger son Percy retreats into the wilderness in a dangerous bid to summon his own bog-wife. And as youngest daughter Nora takes desperate measures to keep her warring siblings together, fledgling patriarch Charlie uncovers a disturbing secret that casts doubt over everything the family has ever believed about itself"--

"A beautiful, tender yet searing debut novel about intergenerational fractures and coming of age, following a young woman who immigrates to the United States from the Philippines and finds herself adrift between familial expectations and her own burning desires Love Can't Feed You is a stunning, heartbreaking, and compressed look at coming of age, shifting notions of home, and the disintegration of the American dream. It asks us: What does it mean to be of multiple cultures without a road map for how to belong? After a harrowing flight, Queenie, her younger brother, and their elderly Chinese father arrive in the United States from the Philippines. They're here to finally reunite with Queenie's Filipina mother, who has been working as a nurse in Brooklyn for the past few years-building a life that everyone hopes will set them up for better prospects. But her mother is not the same woman she was in the Philippines: Something in her face is different, almost hardened, and she seems so American already. Queenie, on the cusp of adulthood, has big dreams of attending college, of spending her days immersed in the pages of books. But there is not enough money for her and her brother to both be in school, so first she must work. Queenie rotates through jobs and settles, tentatively, into her new life, but her brother begins to withdraw and act out, and her father's anger swells. As the pressures of assimilation compound, and the fissures within her family deepen into fractures, Queenie is left suspended between two countries, two identities, and two parents"--

"Whatever else it may be, poetry is foremost a witnessing, and D. Dina Friedman is our conscience and guide as she transports us to the border-physically and poetically-so we can better understand the pain and struggle that keeps "the machinery of the world running," and what drives a person to become so desperate that "he might send his daughter over the bridge alone to face the guards." How is it that we have become "people who love each other / hating the people across the river, who love each other." In deceptively plain-spoken language that reaches deep into what it means to be human, Dina uses her words to sharpen our senses and focus our attention. But if we listen closely, we will also find a necessary courage in "a child's pair of striped overalls hanging on barbed wires," or even in "a makeshift tent / called school," where hope hides in every heart "soft as the young cat / stretched luxurious across the bed," or a "puff / of milkweed riding the wave of the wind." Dina's words burst forth like a "bashful baby suddenly smiling." She teaches us, with humor, horror, love, and concentration what it means to truly see and listen to those in need. Here in Sanctuary-Whirling is a beautiful and important book of poetry." -Richard Michelson, National Jewish Book Award Winner, author of Sleeping As Fast As I Can "D. Dina Friedman's revelatory book captures the essence of what it means to be and remain human in times of tyranny. This book is a meditation tool for both seeker and cynic." -Magdalena Gómez, Poet Laureate of Springfield, MA (2019-2022); author of Mi'ja, a memoir noir

A love that spans lifetimes. A deadly vendetta. Two fates destined to collide.Forced to say goodbye, Beth and Jonan fight, separately, to stop Amelia's destruction and to hold onto each other. But the mood is changing and people are coming to their side. Will it last, or is it merely an illusion?Twisted, diminished, desperate and dangerous, Amelia hangs on as her personality cult collapses. She wants to punish those who hurt her. But as she lashes out, she damages herself most of all.As Beth and Jonan's soul-family fractures and loyalties shift, Doriel fights to bring the Triad back together. But when disaster strikes, the road back is obliterated. Beth and Jonan have to end Amelia's attacks, protect those they love and stand together at last. If they can't fulfil that destiny, fear will win once and for all.The final instalment in the urban fantasy Starfolk Trilogy about destiny, reincarnation, tarot, and love that lasts lifetimes.