Ace star fighter pilot Brooke Davis lives for pushing hundreds of gees in orbital combat, but she'd give it all up in a moment to become the first human to fly faster than light. When Brooke stumbles upon a conspiracy involving terrorists, aliens, and the highest levels of government, she finds their goals seductive but their methods abhorrent. With the moral core of human civilization hanging in the balance, she must risk her shot at history, her family, and her life to prevent the schemers from forcing their nefarious brand of salvation upon the solar system.

Great is no longer good enough. Beyond Great delivers a powerful new playbook of 9 core strategies to thrive in a post-COVID world where all the rules of the game are being re-written. Beyond Great answers to two fundamental questions which face business leaders today in a world shaped by daunting and disruptive technological, economic, and social change. First, what is outstanding performance in this new volatile era? Second, how do we build competitive advantage in a world with new and often uncertain rules? Supported by years of research and hands-on consulting practice, this book presents a comprehensive framework for building a high performing, resilient, adaptive, and socially responsible global company. The book begins by taking an incisive look at these disruptive forces transforming globalization, including economic nationalism; the boom in data flows and digital commerce; the rise of China; heightened public concerns about capitalism and the environment; and the emergence of borderless communities of digitally connected consumers. Distilled from the study of hundreds of companies and interviews with dozens of business leaders, the authors have distilled nine core strategies – the new winning playbook of the 21st century. Beyond Great argues that business leaders today must lead with a new kind of openness, flexibility and light-footedness, constantly layering in new strategies and operational norms atop existing ones to allow for "always-on" transformation. Leaders must master a whole new set of rules about what it takes to be "global," becoming shapeshifters adept at handling contradiction, multiplicity, and nuance. This book will show them how.

A powerful, heartbreaking, and redemptive account of a boy who endured a childhood of poverty and abuse in an American Southwest trailer park named Cloud 9. Abandoned by his father at age two, Rick Sylvester lived with an abusive mother whose struggles as a member of the working poor led her to drugs, alcohol, theft, and prostitution--and eventually attempted suicide. Rick battled depression, anxiety, and PTSD as the chaos, neglect, and unpredictability of his childhood seemed to doom him to follow in his mother's footsteps. Well into adulthood, Rick stumbled through unemployment and divorce, using drugs and alcohol to numb the pain until he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Miraculously, though, he overcame the odds and today is a happy husband and father. How did this happen? Rick's answer is this: "It was the Lord." A message of hope to those who are drowning from an undeserved childhood, Leaving Cloud 9 speaks to millions who grew up poor, feeling ignored and hopeless, and who need the healing power of God. This indelibly American story conveys the steadfast love of Jesus and his power to deliver us from the most devastating of pasts.

I.L. Middleton weaves a breathtaking tale about a woman learning to navigate the supernatural, growing in her ability to communicate with those who have passed on: a gift passed down through generations. Lucy Adams must venture into this uncertain world without the guidance of her Gran, whom she lost in a tragic accident 10 years prior. This accident nearly cost them both their lives, and she’s been carrying survivors guilt for a decade, unsure how she herself survived. With supernatural and fantasy elements, Beyond explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and a love so strong it challenges fate itself. About the Author I.L. Middleton grew up in Lower Bucks County, where she currently resides with her husband and two small children. She’s always had a particular interest in writing but never pursued this professionally. Instead, she studied communicative sciences and disorders at West Chester University where she graduated with her Bachelor of Arts in 2013. She then continued her professional studies and earned a Doctorate of Audiology from Salus University in 2017. Middleton continues to work as a clinical audiologist, helping individuals improve their hearing difficulties and ultimately improve their quality of life. Outside of work, she spends time with her two girls and husband reading and writing.

Have you ever wanted something good to read but didn't have the time? Do you want to make a difference in the world? Beyond the Clouds is a collection of short-short stories that are designed to be easily read anytime, any place. Discover stories with a dash of humor and a splash of adventure on the go. The stories are written by seven women from very different backgrounds who all share a passion for writing and helping others. We are proud to donate 100% of the authors' proceeds to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund with the hopes of improving the quality of life for women touched by this deadly disease and ultimately, finding a cure.

A collection of Hazelden Meditations written by people in recovery from opioid addiction for people looking for a daily reader designed to support their sobriety. During more than 40 years, more than a million people have relied on Day by Day as an essential source of inspiration, spirituality, and mindfulness for their ongoing health and wellness. Reinforcing the Twelve Step principles of Narcotics Anonymous, each thought of the day in this classic collection fosters the coping skills, insights, and spiritual growth that have helped people around the world find freedom from drug dependency and addiction.

Author Rick Cottrell characterizes his childhood and nothing less than dysfunctional. He experienced unhealthy living environments at an early age. His experimentation with alcohol and smoking at the age of nine. In beyond addiction Cottrell shares his personal story of addiction and the journey into recovery which he has be clean and sober for over 20 years. Through his recollections, Cottrell provides insight into the mindset of an addict and offers a look the world of addiction. He narrates how those who have a problem with addiction can be transformed through recovery. And those who have been affected by a person who is chemically dependent can find healing and freedom from dysfunctional living habits.

Into the Clouds - Seeking Silver Linings. Original cloud-themed poems written by Corvallis, Oregon poet Linda Varsell Smith.

Beyond Drugs is a 12-chapter book that first presents the critical issues and definitions involved in the study of drug abuse. Subsequent chapters describe the effects of drugs, the drug users, and the contemporary drug culture. Other chapters talk about education, prevention, treatment, and legal control efforts of drug abuse. This book will be useful to those who are generally concerned about drug abuse.

Summertime in San Marito, California was slow as usual, and 10 year-old Charlie Taggs was bored. All he wanted was a little excitement. He got it when he walked into an antique store. What he saw was so exciting it scared the hell out of him. On the other side of town summer school was in session and the students taking Psychology 101 were thrilled they would soon be learning the dynamics of hypnosis. For some lucky students class would be fun. For others it would be deadly. A 10 year-old boy and an enigmatic professor, two different people with one common thread, take you on a journey of murder, lies, and mind-bending suspense that will leave you wondering just how safe your mind is when someone wants to take it. Full of unexpected twists and turns, Beyond 101 will introduce you to the fragmented mind of a diabolical killer youll never forget.