Leadership isn’t what it used to be—and that’s exactly why the stakes have never been higher. Gone are the days of rigid hierarchies and “my way or the highway” management. In a world defined by constant disruption, generational shifts, artificial intelligence, and global chaos, yesterday’s leaders are today’s liabilities. To survive—and thrive—you must evolve, or risk irrelevance. Lead with Purpose or Be Led by Circumstance by Douglas Sims, PhD, is more than a leadership book; it’s a wake-up call. Dr. Sims doesn’t deal in clichés or feel-good fluff. He’s been in ...

Silent snow, deadly snow… In the new suspense-filled instalment of the Baker & Tate series, Ruth’s courage is pushed to the brink in a gripping battle of survival and deception. Texas Ranger Ruth Baker is no stranger to danger, but nothing could prepare her for what she finds at a remote winter cabin deep in the frozen heart of Caldwell County. Called in to investigate a couple’s unexplained disappearance, Ruth and her partner, Aaron Tate, uncover a chilling scene that hints at a pattern of brutal killings hiding beneath the snow-covered wilderness. As a vicious storm traps them in ...

It’s not easy being an INTJ, the Myers-Brigg personality type found in only 2.1% of the population and known in literature on the subject as “The Mastermind” or “The Architect.” They have an uncanny ability to connect the dots, and as a result, see things differently than almost everyone else, and so they are almost always several steps ahead of others and others don’t like that. But it sure can be a beneficial trait to have when solving problems, such as how to grow market share and dominate a business category. In this book, the former Senior Vice President & Client Plans ...

Real Stories. True Struggles. Unstoppable Confidence. Sometimes, the hardest journey is finding our way back to believing in ourselves. In A Journey of Riches: Building Self-Confidence, courageous souls from around the world open their hearts to share stories of doubt, fear, hope, and triumph. Each chapter is a moving reminder that confidence isn’t something we’re born with—it’s something we build, moment by moment, often through heartbreak, failure, and the quiet decision to keep going. Inside, you’ll discover powerful stories like: • The Inner Rise: Rising into Confidence ...

Are you ready to challenge yourself? Modern Sales. Old-School Values. Whether you're new to sales, stuck in a rut, or simply tired of outdated tactics that don’t reflect who you are, this book is your starter match—the spark to ignite a fulfilling, client-first sales career. Written by seasoned financial professional and crime novelist Owen Parr, Lessons Learned by a Salesman blends real-world stories, timeless principles, and modern techniques to help you: ✅ Build trust that leads to long-term clients ✅ Master time-tested sales rules that still work ✅ Use tools like AIDA, power ...

Skip the Overwhelm! Turn Your Passion into a Purpose-Driven Nonprofit – Quickly Starting a nonprofit is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming, complicated, confusing, and time-consuming. Nonprofit Setup Simplified takes the guesswork out of the process, walking you through every step with clarity and confidence. Award-winning author and experienced nonprofit founder Michele L. Whetzel shares the exact roadmap she uses to launch nonprofits quickly and effectively – without backtracking or costly mistakes. This book is designed for doers: people with big hearts and big ideas who are ...

A second chance at love, a meddling ex-boyfriend, and an adorable 8-year-old daughter make this love story intriguing and emotionally satisfying. Jack Delaney was Sophie Turner’s anchor during their high school days in Whispering Falls. Thirteen years have passed since Jack left their idyllic town to chase his dreams, while Sophie chose to stay and express her art through pottery. Fresh out of college with a construction degree, Jack's life took a sharp turn when he fell in love and quickly became a single dad—a role he had not anticipated. A twist of fate brings Jack back to Whispering...

Losing his father in the Boston Massacre, Anthony Darroch is thrust into adult responsibilities. Against his duty to family, he must manage the Garlick Shipping Line, while controlling the hate forged by his father’s death at the hands of redcoats. The building resistance to the dictates of the Crown stir the bubbling cauldron of revolution sweeping aside all normalcy. Yet in this chaos, he finds himself pulled to the charms of the one woman that may settle the conflict in his soul. This tale continues the story of the Darroch Diaries and its forerunners the Calder Chronicles and the HMS ...

It’s springtime in Provence! Trees are in bloom and critters are abuzz— including a murderer or two. Pastry chef Julie Cavallo is gearing up for the Easter weekend. Life is blissfully tranquil… until she learns of a wrongful conviction. Chiropractor Quentin Vernet was found guilty of fatal malpractice, stripped of his license and imprisoned for a year. And now he has lost all hope of clearing his good name. If only there was a way to help him! Unfortunately, Julie has nothing to go on. Her crew of amateur sleuths deems the case too cold and too sticky. Her gendarme boyfriend warns her...

How did I end up playing the fake fiancé to a woman I just met? Well, it all started with a trip. A guilt trip. My family is wacky. And way too involved in my love life. So, when my sister demands I bring my fiancée to her wedding, there's only one problem . . . she doesn’t exist. Who better to play the role of my future bride than the woman who nearly kicked my bucket? Of course, it doesn’t hurt that Evie is gorgeous, accomplished, and funny. The plan? We’ll learn everything we can about each other, then ‘break things off’ a few weeks after the wedding. Except . . . The line ...

American Commander “Mac” MacTavish and his international team of scientists and engineers are wrapping up an eighteen-month mission at Mars Base. Without warning, all communication with Earth is mysteriously lost. Mac’s egotistical science chief discovers that a massive solar flare has impacted Earth, causing catastrophic damage and most likely political and social upheaval. Unsure if it is safe to return home, Mac decides to wait for the arrival of the Mars 3 spacecraft and the relief crew already en route from Earth. After several weeks with no communication, Mars 3 lands nearby, ...

The author celebrates Christmas in Rio, experiences war-like conditions in Haiti and shells out 200 dollars for a bottle of bottom-shelf whisky in Alaska. He survives with odd jobs in Tokyo, runs from the police in Quito and goes on a celebrity hunt in L.A. In Moscow he gets in trouble with the Russian mafia, in Sri Lanka he discovers the secret of Buddha's tooth, and in Cairo he is haunted by the “Curse of the Pharaoh.” "A fun look at the world." "Want to go to exotic places? Read this first!" "Full of funny encounters with real people from around the globe." (Reviews on Amazon) The ...

They call me Ghost for a reason. Silent and in the shadows, I don't make my move until I am absolutely sure of everything. Four years ago I was sure about Jenna. My best friend's kid sister had grown up into a spitfire I couldn't resist. One night we stopped resisting. We promised we'd keep it a secret. It was a one-time mistake, but we'd put it behind us. Jenna tried to get out of our corrupt town, but it pulled her back in again. Now she needs help. I'll do all of that for her, if she'll just shut the hell up and let me. She can even keep all of her secrets, except for one.

"Their love reigns still amid sorrow and loss, A girl with a star, a boy and the cross." This is a love story, as you may have gathered by the foregoing sonnet—what’s romance without poetry? You’ll learn hardships plagued our two young lovers beyond belief. Tragedy befell them in so many ways, some too horrific to describe, not here, not now. Though their torment was shocking and profound, their love was so much more, and so this story—their story—demands to be told. A warning: there is grief in the telling, it’s unavoidable given the truth of what happened. But because they ...

Fake Relationship, Workplace, Rancher Romance Bowen As the operations manager of Kingridge Ranch, my job is to keep things running smoothly—both on the ranch and within our chaotic family. Love? I’ve never had the time for it. But when a VIP guest walks in and threatens to upend everything, I’ll do whatever it takes to protect what’s mine. Priya’s here to polish our brand, but all she’s done is turn my world upside down. She’s brilliant, beautiful, and those curves? They’re impossible to ignore. The more we fake this chemistry, the harder it gets to deny how real it feels. ...