“A lovely weave of memory and science, great characters and compassionate humor” from the author of Sweat: A History of Exercise (Anne Lamott). We often think of sleep as mere stasis, a pause button we press at the end of each day. Yet sleep is full of untold mysteries—eluding us when we seek it too fervently, throwing us into surreal dream worlds when we don’t, sometimes even possessing our bodies so that they walk and talk without our conscious volition. Delving into the mysteries of his own sleep patterns, Bill Hayes marvels, “I have come to see that sleep itself tells a story.” An acclaimed journalist and memoirist—and partner of the late neurologist Oliver Sacks—Hayes has been plagued by insomnia his entire life. The science and mythology of sleep and sleeplessness form the backbone to Hayes’s narrative of his personal battles with sleep and how they colored his waking life, as he threads stories of fugitive sleep through memories of growing up in the closet, coming out to his Irish Catholic family, watching his friends fall ill during the early years of the AIDS crisis in San Francisco, and finding a lover. An erudite blend of science and personal narrative, Sleep Demons offers a poignant introduction to the topics for which Hayes has since become famous, including art, eros, city life, the history of medical science, and queer identity. “This intimate and beautifully written book brings scientific research alive in a heartfelt and deeply personal narrative.” —The Guardian “Memoir, history, and science come together and apart again in a book that reads very much like a dream.” —Out magazine

Read at your own risk... Second volume in the Tales from the Covenant. Guilt – Molested and forgotten, can the teenage Ashley forgive her tormentors, or make a deal that will balance the scale? Filth – One boy, two killers. Which will assume ultimate control over the body and mind? Mania – Locked in a mental institution for murder, Novak must escape to find the real reason for the death of his family. Was it him, or did a demonic force control his will? Lament – The demon wars of Lament have been raging for years. Which demon faction will emerge victorious? The Way of Blood – Held prisoner by a psychotic priest, three innocent souls must escape before the mutilations begin. Sleep Demons - Alyona Mikhailova’s journey into the realm of demons continues in the next phase of Asag’s tale. We will explore the continuation of Alyona Mikhailova's journey and the demon Asag in the story Sleep Demons.

Sleep Paralysis: Historical, Psychological, and Medical Perspectives offers the first comprehensive examination of sleep paralysis from both clinical and cultural perspectives. Dr. Brian Sharpless and Dr. Karl Doghramji provide a thorough and easily readable resource on the phenomenon and present differential diagnosis suggestions, medication guidance, and a new treatment approach for mental health professionals.

Sleep paralysis... It has long been experienced and yet not understood. Science tells us that it is nothing more than our bodies not waking up when our minds do. Experience makes us wonder if it is something more. The demon sitting on your chest, the old hag, incubus, succubus... They really are all the same thing. The feeling that something else is in the room with you. The ability to see a dark shadow next to you or above you but the inability to do anything about it because everything except your eyes is paralyzed. The fear that comes with wanting to scream out for help but having no voice to do so is indescribable. There truly is nothing as terrifying as sleep paralysis and sadly few people talk about it for fear of being labeled as crazy. Having suffered from sleep paralysis since the age of 7 I was determined to find relief. After years of struggling, fearing sleep, forcing myself to stay awake, and trying to learn about sleep paralysis I was able to end my struggle. I want to help people to feel free to speak about their experiences but more than anything I hope that someone can learn from my experience and use what I have gone through to stop the sleep paralysis that they are suffering from. Today, I am free from the demon of sleep paralysis and I believe that you can be as well.

How do you fight an enemy you can’t see? In this field guide to defense against the demonic, Adam Blai, an expert in religious demonology and exorcism for the diocese of Pittsburgh, shares information and advice gained over years of extensive experience with the paranormal. Review the scriptural evidence about demons—who were cast down to earth, not hell—and the tricks they play to try to gain influence in our lives. You’ll also discover the tools the Church has developed for us to combat and resist the forces of evil. Written in an easy-to-read style, this book is perfect for the Catholic looking to learn more about the invisible forces hell-bent on the destruction of your soul—and how to claim the victory Christ has already won.

Penelope has lost so much in six months.Her father, her sense of security, her ability - and willingness- to sleep. Her family is most concerned about the latter at the moment, and when her sister Jenna leaves her alone in their shared home for the first time since The Incident, Penelope finally accepts some help. The only problem? There are side effects. Well, one: sleep paralysis.And the demon who came for her fear.Fear is the only thing that matters to the demons of the Somni Dae, and as long as they deliver it back to Hell, they are free to do as they please. Except enter the waking world of course, but Acheron never minded that. He has everything he needs right here, and in thousands of years, he has never wanted for anything. Until he stumbles across Penelope's dreamscape.Now is not the time to grow attached to a wandering soul, not with Heaven and Hell preparing to wage war. Nor is it the time to grow attached to your sleep paralysis demon, not when getting out of bed is already so hard. But Penelope is finally sleeping, and after Acheron wipes out the last of her fear, they both realize they're stronger together. And they're going to need all the strength they can get.

No one is exempted from the touch of demons. Demons can operate in your life without your knowledge about their operations. They are here with us with a mission to steal, kill and destroy. Christians need to understand the operation of demons and know when action needs to be taken to fight back. However, dreams have remained one common route demons use to get at us. At sleep, most of us are helpless and have little or no control over what happens to our spirit. Once they attack us at sleep manifesting through dreams, such attacks can give birth to anything ranging from sickness, anger, demotion, death, etc.--just name it! The book, "Dreaming to doom: 10 top dreams signaling demonic possession and manipulations" explains the operation of demons and what dream signals their invasion and/or operation in your lives. Pointers are also given in the book on how to know when you become free of demonic entanglement. Hence, with this knowledge, you can be armed to face demons and also help counsel others based on their dreams or nightmares. In a nutshell, you'll get to know:1) What demons are.2) How demons operate.3) What's the meaning of demonic possession.4) How to get delivered from demonic influences.5) How to know you have been delivered from demonic manipulations.6) How to stay without being attacked by demons again.7) How demons attack us through dreams.8) 10 top dreams signalling the invasion and or operation of demon in your life.9) How demonic attack can lead to becoming a gay or lesbian. And so much more...

Are distractions sabotaging your efforts to get ahead? Do you feel like you're constantly plagued by technology or interruptions by others? Lurking around us are forces-labeled demons-that interrupt our flow of attention and psychic energy . and it's time to fight back! This book is designed to arm workforce employees, independent professionals, and family managers with simple, yet powerful strategies to defeat the 8 Demons of Distraction. Whatever your special life circumstances, you can use this book to reduce everyday distractions and needless mistakes. Find an in-depth description of each Demon, its sources, and insidious effects. Learn to: reduce distractions increase productivity enhance work/life satisfaction decrease stress Practical, step-by-step strategies will help you rid your life of formidable enemies such as: The "Technology Demon", The "Unruly Mind Demon", The "Activities Demon", and five others. Find a research-based, proven plan of attack to decrease stress and increase your daily effectiveness at home and on the job.

Bestselling author Carolyn Jess-Cooke has written a brilliant novel of suspense that delves into the recesses of the human mind and soul—perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn and Lisa Unger. The Boy Who Could See Demons follows a child psychologist who comes up against a career-defining case—one that threatens to unravel her own painful past and jeopardizes the life of a boy who can see the impossible. Dr. Anya Molokova, a child psychiatrist, is called in to work at MacNeice House, an adolescent mental health treatment center. There she is told to observe and assess Alex Connolly, a keenly intelligent, sensitive ten-year-old coping with his mother’s latest suicide attempt. Alex is in need of serious counseling: He has been harming himself and others, often during blackouts. At the root of his destructive behavior, Alex claims, is his imaginary “friend” Ruen, a cunning demon who urges Alex to bend to his often violent will. But Anya has seen this kind of behavior before—with her own daughter, Poppy, who suffered from early-onset schizophrenia. Determined to help Alex out of his darkness, Anya begins to treat the child. But soon strange and alarming coincidences compel Anya to wonder: Is Alex’s condition a cruel trick of the mind? Or is Ruen not so make-believe after all? The reality, it turns out, is more terrifying than anything she has ever encountered. A rich and deeply moving page-turner, The Boy Who Could See Demons sets out to challenge the imagination and capture the way life takes unexpected turns. In the best storytelling tradition, it leaves the reader changed. Praise for The Boy Who Could See Demons “A well written, engaging read filled with compassion for those suffering the whims of an untamed mental illness . . . A poignant read, The Boy Who Could See Demons is a suspenseful novel that probes the issues surrounding the devastating effects of mental illness. The author delves into the psychological issues of schizophrenia and mental disorders with such dexterity it leaves the reader stirred and affected, questioning throughout the story what is real and what is not. . . . As the conclusion draws near, the story takes unexpected turns, making it even more dramatic and compelling.”—New York Journal of Books “Impressive . . . Jess-Cooke is every bit as skillful in her vivid portrayals of unworldly beings . . . as in illustrating the dreadful toll taken by mental illness.”—Booklist “A searing novel of suspense.”—Publishers Weekly “A psychologically complex thriller, told with compassion in a marvelously suspenseful narrative that keeps you engaged from the first page to the last . . . This book has it all: a dark and dangerous setting, characters full of depth, rich emotions, and a clever plot. You’ll fall in love with Alex—and his demons.”—Chevy Stevens, author of Still Missing “Top-notch psychological suspense . . . Beware what you think you know. It might be only the demons talking.”—Lisa Gardner, author of Touch & Go “Brilliant! Rich with fully formed characters, this heart-gripping novel will keep you riveted from first page to last.”—Jeffery Deaver, author of XO “Utterly captivating, this is a book I adored and savored from the first to the very last magical page.”—Tess Gerritsen, author of Ice Cold