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A lawyer turned counselor examines the chaos many families endure when addiction disrupts their lives. Based in part on her own family’s journey, Van Vechten explains the science of addiction, the theory of treatment, and the 12-step model of recovery, providing sensible information and tips for reasoned action in support of a loved one while fostering personal growth and recovery.

When Harvey Stone is sent undercover to investigate a turf war between the Albanian mafia and two of London's notorious gangs, nobody expected him to be welcomed like a hero. Has Harvey finally slipped into his old ways, or will he bring the carnage and bloodshed to a stop?

In the year 2737, Earth is mostly depopulated in the wake of a massive supervolcano, but civilization and culture are preserved in vast orbiting ringstations. Tem, the nine-year-old son of a ringstation anthropologist and a Happdal bow-hunter, wants nothing more than to become a blacksmith like his uncle Trond. But after a rough patch as the only brown-skinned child in the village, his mother Car-En decides that the family should spend some time on the Stanford ringstation.

Vampires. Shifters. Nephilim. Ema Marx is their savior, but she can’t believe the bloodsuckers exist. Or that she’s one of them. Sure, night vision and super strength are cool, but when an ancient premonition threatens her life, Ema just wants to get the hell out of Dodge. Or in this case, the mysterious castle she wakes up in.

A lot has changed for Dillon Mackey in just a few months in space. Solving the mystery of who wiped out his mentor's people has closed one chapter, but if anything, life has become more complicated on that front. An attack upon their Kwaagi friends adds a new wrinkle to things, but that's hardly the worst of it as a mysterious black ship begins pursuing Dillon and Sherisza across space-time to issue a deadly warning. What lies beyond the veil of space-time, and what new dangers will it bring into their lives as they try to save her species?

Black Thumb Greenhouse is the perfect guide for beginners and advanced gardeners alike. If you were hesitant in getting started because of all the technicalities that go into a greenhouse, you’ll notice how easy it is after you’ve begun. From ventilation to irrigation, you will find every single detail you need inside in order to flourish in the world of gardening.

I'm in love with my roommate and best friend. I know, I know. It's been done before. It’s stupid. It's a terrible position to put myself in. There is just something that keeps pulling me in his direction, and I can’t seem to break its hold. And I can't tell him either. Karney Hill is just too perfect and pure and all around way too good for me. So, I’m content to just be his friend for the rest of forever and enjoy the perfection of Karney in the only way available to me. But when his brother comes to Terra Mortis claiming Karney is betrothed to someone else, I claim him.

Kent has been passed over for his brother by alphas more times than he can count. He still loves his brother, but he's sick of feeling like second best, and afraid to find someone significant because he can't stand the idea of them falling for Kade and leaving him behind...which makes the fact that he's in love with the alpha father of his brother's beautiful son Ricki ridiculous, and a bit of a nightmare. His life and Dawes's have become so intertwined between work and Ricky, Dawes's crazy omega father gets his feelings hurt if Kent doesn't call him Da.

Miranda Alverez was no stranger to being behind the eight ball. Working as a waitress at a strip club in Las Vegas kept her and her dark secret hidden. Now, Jake Logan would come into her life, and he would inevitably end up risking everything including his life for a woman he barely knew and attempt to save her from Las Vegas.

Taoism is a Chinese philosophy or religion based on the ancient belief of the Tao. The Chinese word "Tao" has no exact translation in English, but the philosophy itself can be described as living in perfect harmony with nature. It can be described as living with nature in its pure form. But Taoism is not just a philosophy or religion. It is about a way of living your life. It is about flowing with life, living with all your heart, and accepting yourself.

People who work for abusive employers suffer potentially severe health-endangering stress that gets worse the longer it continues. Many are driven to quit or are fired. Zen theory and tools offer a proven path to stress relief and can be adapted easily to the workplace. Zen buys time for workers to effectively pursue an internal complaint, find another job, or to collect evidence for a future unemployment compensation claim or lawsuit.

Having trouble in your marriage? This book is for you. Tom Gardiner, a Chicago lawyer, explains how post-nuptial agreements can address marital problems effectively. Unlike counseling that often is no more than a temporary fix, this book talks about agreements that will result in long-term change. If your spouse drinks too much, for instance, you both agree in a legally binding document about the changes that need to occur - and the consequences if they don't.

This is not a manufactured dialogue from a thriller but the words of attorney Sharon Muse. They came after she survived an attempted kidnapping, rape, and murder at the hands of Hank Morrison, a former client. On April 7, 2006, Muse miraculously escaped from the sociopathic Morrison, only to find that the threat to her life was just beginning. Ineptitude in the justice system threatened to release Morrison and allow him the opportunity to finish the job, which he adamantly pledged to do. Muse would have to fight at every step to ensure her safety.

Hydrogen peroxide is a reliable lifesaving product. For years, it has been regarded as an amazing compound for its extensive uses and versatility. It can be used in almost anything, ranging from beauty products to treating your household properties.

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of The Ballad of Sir Benfro: The Rose Cord, the second installment in the new fantasy series from JD Oswald, read by Wayne Forester.Fleeing the vengeful Inquisitor Melyn, Sir Benfro is drawn to the last resting place of a great dragon of legend, Magog. Through Magog's spirit, Benfro discovers the true nature of his forebears. But with this knowledge comes terrible danger.

El Chapo Guzman was born in Badiraguato, Mexico, and entered the industry of drug trading during his teenage years. He established Sinaloa cartel in year 1989, and as time went by, it became an immensely profitable worldwide drug-trafficking operation. Renowned for his powerful influence and violent actions, El Chapo Guzman has escaped maximum security prisons several times.

The wheat belly diet focuses on eliminating wheat in all forms, including other grains such as barley and rye. The main aim of this diet is to attain health and lose weight by eliminating certain foods. It is not about restricting calories or exercising or doing other things involved in most weight loss diets. It is about eliminating wheat and grains completely from your life and managing carbs depending on individual tolerance levels to manage your blood sugar levels and lose weight.

Stepping into any leadership position comes with a unique set of challenges. Many we address only as we identify them, others take us by surprise, leaving us confused and often questioning our vision and purpose. In Expecting the Unexpected, JD Pearring provides foresight to a series of challenges likely to come our way in the course of leadership.

War between empires is now inevitable, but Dillon and Sherisza have never accepted being pawns of fate. With the technology at their disposal, they're called upon to do whatever they can to prevent the war or, at least, make sure the Kwaagi and the other powers of the known galaxy emerge victoriously. If they push the bounds of what their ship can do, they may be able to do more than that. Are the theories of time travel correct, or can history be altered to save the future? And how just how far will Sherisza go to protect her people, her love, and her cubs?

Four scorching novellas are waiting for you in Lust in Summer, volume seven of the Lust anthology. A submissive librarian, a lonely exhibitionist, a band of rebel pagans, and a gay college student will find out just how hot it can get when mortal and paranormal worlds collide. Publisher's note: This paranormal erotic anthology includes adult language and situations, and some darker content. If such material offends you, please don't listen to this audiobook.