America has always had its enemies, and the fight has always been met with courageous leaders. Some leaders were showered with fame. Others withdrew in the shadows. Jim McVeay is one of the latter. In todays climate when America must face an invisible enemy that may never go away, Jim McVeays story needs to emerge from the shadows. In his story, you will encounter heroism of the highest order. And as you are inspired by his bravery through poverty, Vietnam, and his continued battle with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, you will find strength to press on in battles of your own.

Fifteen-year-old Freedom Smith is a fighter, just like all of his relatives who have the "Hercules gene," which leads him to a choice between being jailed for attempted murder or working with a covert law enforcement agency to break up a mysterious, illegal fight ring

How do two well-meaning people who genuinely care about each other end up in a damaged, unsatisfying relationship? Every couple faces conflict. Most of the time, the root of the problem is that we’re not getting our needs met. And most of the time, we first try to remedy this with reasonable requests—or hints—and a kind tone. But when that fails, we feel disempowered, which leads to sighs, eye rolls, silences, subtle put-downs, insults, and even threats. These are power moves. And while we often use them without realizing it and without intention, the result is the same—our partner feels disempowered and will try to re-empower themselves. And so the endless, and endlessly destructive, dynamic takes hold. Relationship expert Mira Kirshenbaum, bestselling author of Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay, reveals a better way: a three-step method for conflict-free problem solving. By recognizing each partner’s power moves, we can instead find mutually satisfying ways to heal our hurts and meet each other’s needs. Non-judgmental, compassionate, and wise, this is an indispensable guide to help couples end the negative cycle and get back to the loving understanding that brought them together in the first place. “Mira Kirshenbaum’s words of wisdom are an inspiration to everyone who reads them.” —Deepak Chopra

The Celestial Battle With Hell brute for the Kingdom Summary: All of a sudden, darkness fell over a place that was peaceful and doing well. Hell, brute let out a beast that was so strong you couldn't even imagine it. Its goal was to destroy a country that had been at peace for decades. When it came, the people who lived there were no longer happy; instead, they were sad as towns burned down. The country was about to fall apart because it wasn't ready for something so bad. When they were in the most trouble, the people looked to the sky and begged God to save them. In answer to the prayers of their followers, the Gods sent out many of their bravest Angels. These fighting celestials, who were live examples of the Gods' power, swept through the realm and lit up the sky with a heavenly light. Because of this, an epic battle between the evil of Hell and the purity of the sky started and lasted fifty years. During the long battle, neither side gave up. The beast seemed unbeatable because it was driven by a darkness that existed before time. While the brute was very strong, the Angels were very determined, and they fought its strength with unshakable resolve. The country saw their fights firsthand and was always afraid of the celestial forces that passed over it. Over the course of decades, the struggle's direction changed several times. The monster looked like it was always angry, so the Angels came up with ways to protect themselves. There were times when it was too simple to think that evil would win. However, it was during these times that the Angels showed the most bravery. As a sign of their devotion to the kingdom's survival, they all made a sacrifice. After fifty years of fighting, a big blow was finally thrown. Together, their strength and cunning helped the army of angels beat the hell brute beast. When it died, the darkness that was about to swallow the kingdom went out. After the fight, the kingdom slowly got better after being almost destroyed. When the Angels finished their holy task, they left behind a kingdom that would never be the same because of what they did. People remembered the heavenly battle and its heroes, and peace was restored. This was meant to show how powerful hope and strength in the face of suffering can be. Chapter 1: A Peaceful Kingdom In a faraway land, there used to be a country that was different from all the others. Because this country was so peaceful and lovely, the sun seemed to shine a little brighter there. If you lived somewhere where the sound of birds singing would wake you up every morning, it would be like the birds were welcoming you to a new day. Every breath was nice because the air was always clean and smelled good because flowers were in bloom. There were green forests all around this land. The trees were tall and strong, and their leaves could tell anyone secrets. Animals roamed the woods easily and with confidence because they knew the people who lived there loved and cared for them. As the rivers wound through the land, their clear, sparkling water reflected the sun and brought life to everything. The huge towers of the castle in the middle of the country made it look like it could reach up and touch the clouds. Around the castle, the town was a medley of color, with brightly colored homes and flowers that bloomed all year. You could always hear laughing in the streets, especially from kids playing. Their contagious joy reminded everyone every day of the kingdom's energy. People in this kingdom were happy, grateful, and satisfied with their lives. People who lived next door were more than just neighbors; they were friends who were always willing to help. There was a strong sense of community, and everyone talked about being kind. People looked out for each other. People from all walks of life got together for feasts and celebrations to enjoy the kingdom's happiness and plenty. The peaceful and beautiful kingdom was a haven for artists and entertainers who came to paint, play music, and tell stories. The mood was set by music, from the calm plucking of a lute to the beautiful sounds of the flute. This made everyday life sound more upbeat. People of all ages were enchanted by the magical stories that were told, and the essence of the country was captured by artists. People learned and discovered new things in schools and libraries, and they put a lot of value on education and knowledge. Teachers were respected elders who led the kingdom's young people on trips full of knowledge and taught them values like love, respect, and curiosity for all living things. Scholars in the kingdom were highly respected for what they did for society and health. But what really made this kingdom stand out was how well its people got along with nature. Everywhere you looked, there were parks and gardens where you could sit and think about how the natural world works and how it changes. So that no one went hungry, the kingdom's farmers carefully took care of their fields and worked with the seasons to make sure there was plenty of food. The kingdom's way of thinking was based on respecting all living things. Every single thing, no matter how small, was seen as an important part of the whole. In this country, everyone could choose to live in love, respect, and kindness toward others every day. This led to peace that went beyond just not having any fights. Some dreams could come true there, everyone, no matter how small, felt loved and important, and the future was full of opportunities. This is the country where our story began. It was a land full of hope and possibilities, a beautiful example of what can happen when people are kind and willing to learn. It showed how a community can do well when its members get along and understand each other. It also set the stage for the epic play that was about to happen—a story of bravery, sacrifice, and the never-ending battle between good and evil. Chapter 2: When the Brave Comes No one could have thought that one day would come to our beautiful and peaceful kingdom, ending the peace and happiness that had grown there for so long. A horrible, dangerous animal came from the depths of Hell to live on Earth. There was something very different about this monster. It was a brute, a terrible animal with eyes like coals on fire and skin as hard as the deepest black. When it got there, the area that had only seen light was in deep shadows, as if a heavy cloud had blocked the sun. As the beast walked into the realm, the ground shook under its huge steps. Trees that had been standing straight for thousands of years swayed and fell over, as if they were sad. The rivers that had been moving in the sun turned dark, which was a metaphor for the chaos that followed. All kinds of animals, big and small, ran quickly to get away from the scary air. There seemed to be a thick layer of black around the beast that was blocking out the realm's light and life. People who had been laughing and having a good time were now filled with a terrible fear. It scared them to see the brute's raw power destroy their lovely homes, which were once filled with love and warmth. The streets that used to be full of color and happiness were now filled with wreckage and dust, where kids played and friends told stories. The monster let out a roar so loud it hurt your ears and seemed to freeze the air. Its eyes showed a malicious power that told everything in its way that it planned to destroy. It seemed like every step took away the beauty of the land like a black brush. The once-bright and lively realm had become dark and gloomy under the brute's shade. The people of the country were devastated because they had never seen such fear before. Their tears, which showed how sad and angry they were, fell like waterfalls. Because the chaos in their lives had broken their souls, they huddled close to each other, looking for comfort in each other's company. Their sudden sadness was clear from the heavy silence that filled the room after the joy and laughing that had been there before. In the middle of their pain, they caught a glimpse of hope. People still thought about the stories of the Angels, who were powerful and bright spirits from heaven who used to guard the realm. In their hearts, they let out a desperate cry and begged for help from above. They hoped that the Angels would hear them and help them. The beast stayed angry and showed itself through the damage it caused. The quiet prayers sent to the sky didn't bother it. Nature seemed to be behind it, and the kingdom didn't seem to be able to stop it. There was a lot of darkness around, but the people didn't lose faith. They still thought that good was better than evil. This part of our story is a lesson of how quickly happiness can turn into sadness and how chaos can break up peace. But it also shows how strong togetherness, faith, and hope can be. The brute's arrival not only made everyone in the kingdom sad, but it also led to defiance and a desire to get back the lost peace and brightness. Even though it was a terrible time, it was also the start of a journey and a call to arms for anyone who thought good could win against evil. When the brute showed up, it was not only the end, but also the start of a great battle between light and evil. It was also a test of the kingdom's spirit and strength.

Connor has trained and shed blood to protect Earth. Her enemies want war, and Connor's blood is the key to the survival of Ether's last descendant. Against her friends' council, Connor joins forces with her former adversary, Ronin. And as the danger intensifies, so does their bond. For Ronin, the only way to survive is to kill. Planning to overthrow his father with Connor's help, he brings her to the very definition of hell: his world. Despite his unyielding, merciless ways, Connor has started to thaw his frozen heart. But how far will Connor need to go to survive?

Fourteen of history’s longest-running military conflicts, from the Greco-Persian Wars to the Sudanese Civil War. Sometimes the causes of war are so intractable, the opponents so unyielding, and the rivalries so deep-rooted that the combat continues for years, decades, even centuries. And often when it does abate, the resentments still smolder, so that the slightest spark might reignite the conflagration. An at once captivating and unsettling volume, Why Some Wars Never End shines a spotlight on fourteen of history’s longest-running conflicts. They range from the almost century-long Punic Wars, which saw ancient Rome achieve dominance over the Mediterranean and lay the foundations of its world-changing empire, to the seventy years of uprisings and bloody encounters that triggered the Jewish Diaspora in the second century CE, to the nineteenth-century Seminole Wars, which virtually wiped out the Seminole Indians, to the violent British suppression of Afghan self-rule that set the stage for that nation’s distressing contemporary plight. Each of these wars had consequences and influences far beyond its source and the reach of its battles, not only redrawing political boundaries, but also coloring the worldview of generations of participants and bystanders, and thereby refashioning entire cultures. And all demonstrate, in harrowing fashion, why violence still stains our modern world, and why warfare shows no sign of ending any time soon. Praise for Joseph Cummins “This book is worthy of a place in the libraries of historians and politicians alike. Its stories of the past warn us about the future. Recommended.” —Armchair General on The World’s Bloodiest History “Gripping stories and lively writing.” —Library Journal on History’s Greatest Untold Stories

Tragedy repeats itself.With Chtholly now gone, Second Officer Willem Kmetsch and the faerie soldier Nephren have been swallowed by the darkness. Their tale should have ended here, and yet, all of a sudden, Willem hears a voice calling out to him. It’s the voice of Almaria, a girl from Willem’s past who died many years ago. As scenes of an end long gone unfold before them, Willem and Nephren come to learn the truth about the organization known as True World......and in the black of night, a new Beast howls.

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