In an investor-run city, a young press secretary named Aaron finds himself in conflict with protesters who want to defy the system. He stands between both fronts and has to choose between the world as he knows it and change with all its consequences.

A collection of peculiar things contains an assortment of curious stories diving into fantasy worlds and everyday mysteries, exploring thoughts and emotions. Some stories are dark, others are more mysterious. Some are full of wonders and others more romantic.

"One, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight... Eight cells vertically, and.. One, two, three, four, five, six, seven... And seven horizontally. The man sat on the stone cold floor, peering at the opposite wall of a human-size crate, he was locked into..." The book "Eclipse of Mind" comprises two captivating stories. In "Imprisoned," a man's fight for survival unfolds within the walls of an abandoned cell, a battle against odds that grip both his hope and his desperation. Locked doors, abandoned spaces, and days without sustenance - can he defy death's grasp? A haunting tale unfolds as a young woman struggles with guilt over the murder of a man whose ghost continues to haunt her until the very end. But is it the end? The story culminates in a surprising conclusion, revealed in "The One Who Stands in the Corner."

My suitcase was packed the day before I left. Adventures ahead and absolutely no plan what was awaiting me. Now I am living in the US and living my personal dream - selling the best chocolate in the world to worlds largest retailers. On the way I met so many great people for whom I am infinitely thankful. Meeting new people usually means answering the same questions all the time. What is your name? How are you? Where are you from? Where do you work? Living abroad shifts those questions slightly and I collected 12 questions that I get frequently asked and decided to write down my thoughts of them. I don't want to give the answer "Fine, how are you?". I want to dive deeper and explain. All those things that don't fit in the thirty second answer.

In the far reaches of space, a team of elite special forces is thrust into the heart of a planetary rebellion. Tasked with quelling the uprising by any means neccessary, their mission takes a dark turn. As they navigate the treacherous landscape of conflict, the line between duty and morality blurs, and each decision weighs heavily on their conscience. From covert operations in the heart of enemy territory to desperate battles against insurmountable odds, their journey unfolds through the logs they recorded along the way.

This book uncovers the roots of authentic leadership through a detailed analysis of how philosophy and psychology are relevant for understanding leadership. It reinscribes virtue and integrity into leadership studies by way of key concepts which include; identity-formation, the narrative self, the importance of decision-making, and the philosophy of creativity. In an era when leadership integrity has come under serious attack from authoritarian leadership, and left and right- wing extremism, the ‘Philosophy of Authentic Leadership’ opposes all such forms by arguing for the pursuit of the common good, democratic rights, civic freedoms, and cosmopolitanism. This is a work of interest to students of leadership and political scientists alike.

We can all have mornings when we don't feel like getting out of our beds. But what if its the Sun that doesn't want to get up? And how angry will this make the Moon? This charming story tells a tale of two old friends who have been rising and falling for a very long time. The Day the Sun Wouldn't Get Out of Bed, looks at the idea of friendship and consolation as well as how to keep going when things get a bit tough. It will bring comfort to children and parents alike.The amusing storyline, with beautiful illustrations, is written in rhyme, which is helpful for young ones that are just starting out on their reading journey.The first in its series, all of Deep Breath Publications books are designed to create a chance to reflect and open up conversations about relationships, looking out for one another and looking after yourself.

By the author of 2021 Pura Belpré Honor Book The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez, a sweeping, emotional middle grade historical novel about a twelve-year-old boy who leaves his family in Cuba to immigrate to the U.S. by himself, based on the author's family history. “I don’t remember. Tell me everything, Pepito. Tell me about Cuba.” When the failed Bay of Pigs invasion in 1961 solidifies Castro’s power in Cuba, twelve-year-old Cumba’s family makes the difficult decision to send him to Florida alone. Faced with the prospect of living in another country by himself, Cumba tries to remember the sound of his father’s clarinet, the smell of his mother’s lavender perfume. Life in the United States presents a whole new set of challenges. Lost in a sea of English speakers, Cumba has to navigate a new city, a new school, and new freedom all on his own. With each day, Cumba feels more confident in his new surroundings, but he continues to wonder: Will his family ever be whole again? Or will they remain just out of reach, ninety miles across the sea? A Kirkus Best Children's Book of the Year "...Cuevas’ latest is a triumph of the heart...A compassionate, emotionally astute portrait of a young Cuban in exile." —Kirkus, STARRED REVIEW "Cuevas’ intense and immersive account of a Cuban boy’s experience after the failed Bay of Pigs Invasion brings a specific point in history alive." —Booklist, STARRED REVIEW "Cuevas packs this sophomore novel with palpable emotions and themes of friendship, love, longing, and trauma, attentively conveying tumultuous historical events from the lens of one young refugee." — Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

Dirty Words in "Deadwood" showcases literary analyses of the Deadwood television series by leading western American literary critics. Whereas previous reaction to the series has largely addressed the question of historical accuracy rather than intertextuality or literary complexity, Melody Graulich and Nicolas S. Witschi's edited volume brings a much-needed perspective to Deadwood's representation of the frontier West. As Graulich observes in her introduction: "With its emotional coherence, compelling characterizations, compressed structural brilliance, moral ambiguity, language experiments, interpretation of the past, relevance to the present, and engagement with its literary forebears, Deadwood is an aesthetic triumph as historical fiction and, like much great literature, makes a case for the humanistic value of storytelling." From previously unpublished interviews with series creator David Milch to explorations of sexuality, disability, cinematic technique, and western narrative, this collection focuses on Deadwood as a series ultimately about the imagination, as a verbal and visual construct, and as a literary masterpiece that richly rewards close analysis and interpretation.

A hilarious nonfiction picture book from the New York Times bestselling author and creator of Awkward Yeti. Oh hey, guess what? The Sun never stops working to keep things on Earth running smoothly. (That's why it's been Employee of the Month for 4.5 billion years.) So why does the Sun get to be the center of attention? Because it's our solar system's very own star! This funny and factual picture book from Awkward Yeti creator Nick Seluk explains every part of the Sun's big job: keeping our solar system together, giving Earth day and night, keeping us warm, and more. In fact, the Sun does so much for us that we wouldn't be alive without it. That's kind of a big deal. Each spread features bite-sized text and comic-style art with sidebars sprinkled throughout. Anthropomorphized planets (and Pluto) chime in with commentary as readers learn about the Sun. For instance, Mars found someone's rover. Earth wants the Sun to do more stuff for it. And Jupiter just wants the Sun's autograph. Funny, smart, and accessible, The Sun Is Kind of a Big Deal is a must-have!