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It's 1996, and in Houston a mayoral election is looming. As usual the campaign focuses on Pleasantville. Axel Hathorne, former chief of police, was all set to become Houston's first black mayor. But his lead is slipping thanks to Sandy Wolcott, a defence lawyer. And then, just as the competition...

Fred Van Lente's brilliant debut is both an homage to the Golden Age of Mystery and a thoroughly contemporary show-business satire. As the story opens, nine comedians of various acclaim are summoned to the island retreat of legendary Hollywood funnyman Dustin Walker. The group includes a former late-night TV host, a washed-up improv instructor, a ridiculously wealthy "blue collar" comic, and a past-her-prime Vegas icon.

James Carr started fighting when he was very young, and never gave up. A child prodigy of crime in the streets of the L.A. ghettos and scourge of half a dozen boys’ homes, his career in armed robbery was quickly cut short by arrest. In prison he fought harder than ever, and became one of the most notorious rebels in the seething California Penal System. Linking up with George Jackson in Folsom, they led the notorious Wolf Pack, which quickly fought its way to a position of strength in the prison race war.

New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: jagged mountains, rolling pasture land, steep fjords, pristine trout-filled lakes, raging rivers, scenic beaches, and active volcanic zones. These islands are one of Earth's most peculiar bioregions, inhabited by flightless birds seen nowhere else such as a nocturnal, burrowing parrot called the kakapo, and kiwi. Kiwi are not only one of the national symbols but also the name New Zealanders usually call themselves.

After Vladimir Lenin’s death, Stalin orders two Jewish scientists to preserve Lenin’s body for all time. If they succeed, the rewards will be considerable. If not, it’s the gulag - or worse. Based on real events, Vern Theissen’s nimble dark comedy exposes the absurdities of Soviet life under Stalin.

Iris is in trouble—and Levi will stop at nothing to save her. But nothing in his life has ever been simple, and this time is no different. As new truths about Foresight surface, Levi finds himself entangled in mysteries deeper than he imagined. Enemies rise from every corner, some hidden in plain sight, others reaching from the shadows—and none of them seem willing to let him live in peace.

Tap the cask and mind the Lanes. No favors, no leashes. Opening Night’s epic hangover is interrupted by a shiver that runs through the Hollows. Then, just as we’re recovering, a Smiling Man tries to buy The Butt and Beam from under me. And then a bikini-clad vampire begs me for sanctuary with her angry father on her heels. So, yes. Things are busy. I’m Chris Holloway, Landlord, still the only bloke in Pant-y-Giggles and still learning the Way of the Hollows.

I won my first fight when I was 11 years old, and I've been throwing punches ever since. Fighting is the purest, truest, most elemental thing there is. Some people describe heaven as a sea of unending white, where choirs sing and loved ones await. But for me, heaven was something else. It sounded like the bell at the beginning of a round, and it tasted like adrenaline. For me, heaven was the octagon. Until I met Millie, and heaven became something different. I became something different.

Six months have passed since Asher Merrick and the Red Breakers saved Bouldergulf. Stronger than ever and training to hone his body, magic, and control over the Aura, Asher is finally starting to feel at home in the world of Echo Veil. But peace never lasts. When a noble from the Kingdom of Zala accuses the guild of murder and launches a devastating assault, Asher, Mara, Giezha, Kiersa, and Uli are forced into exile, along with the newest member of the team, Copper, a young dragon fiercely loyal to Asher and just as mischievous as he is deadly.

Do you ever feel like there's a force within you waiting to be unleashed? A power that can help you overcome challenges, manifest your dreams, and create a life of abundance? In "Manifesting for Black Women," Nya Love takes you on a transformative journey to tap into your innate spiritual energy and reclaim your power.

After interstellar con man Rex Nihilo hijacks a cargo freighter on a whim, he decides that he, and his long-suffering robot sidekick Sasha, have found their calling as space pirates. But when the ship's cargo turns out to be a cryogenically frozen religious fanatic who holds the secret to a vast galactic conspiracy, Rex and Sasha find themselves on the run from real pirates - as well as agents of the oppressive Malarchy, crazy space cultists, and the Ursa Minor mafia. If Rex is going to get out of this jam alive, he might just have to save the galaxy - again.

I never expected I’d become a mighty wizard, let alone a married man with five wonderful brides, but it seems things have been working out in my favor. My lair is expanding, new opportunities abound, and I’ve been taking lessons from some of the most powerful hearthomancers to have ever lived. But that dang noise keeps ringing in my ears. Where is it coming from? And how is a phantom from my past, long since thought defeated, now threatening not just my life, but the lives of everyone I know and care about?

Five full length books by Sharon Hamilton: Heavenly Lover, Underworld Lover, Underworld Queen, Honeymoon Bite, and Mortal Bite. These books are the entire works of Sharon's Paranormal series, her Golden Vampires of Tuscany and her Guardians. There is dark angel/vampire love waiting for you.

This bundle contains first four books in the best-selling series Sunset SEALs. Great way to get started exploring Sunset Beach with the four couples in this series, which is ongoing.

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and emotional empowerment with "Affirmations For Love," a soul-enriching collection that delves into the profound depths of love through the art of positive affirmations. This empowering book is crafted for those seeking to cultivate a deeper connection with love in all its forms—self-love, romantic love, and the boundless compassion we share with others.

The Legion is the most elite direct-action force in the galaxy, hammering the enemies of the Republic...but some missions require a scalpel. When radical insurgents shoot down a covert republic flight at galaxy’s edge, a nearby Legion recovery team is sent to recover the crew and keep the flight’s VIP—a doctor overseeing clandestine research and development—from falling into enemy hands.

Cops, politicians, and ordinary people are afraid of black men. The result is the Chokehold: laws and practices that treat every African American man like a thug. In this explosive new book, an African American former federal prosecutor shows that the system is working exactly the way it's supposed to. Black men are always under watch, and police violence is widespread - all with the support of judges and politicians.

Anyone remotely interested within the UFO field of investigations is aware of the famous 1980 Rendlesham event which occurred in Suffolk and known as "Britain’s Roswell" over the Christmas period, and whereby members of the US military centred at the twin bases of RAF Bentwaters and RAF Woodbridge had been in direct contact with objects seemingly not from this world. Little is known about the impending research which Brenda Butler, Dot Street, and Jenny Randles had eventually published.

In "Affirmations For Abundance," embark on a transformative journey towards prosperity and fulfillment. This meticulously crafted book is a treasure trove of affirmations designed to unlock the boundless potential within you. In this audiobook, you'll discover a wealth of affirmations meticulously curated to inspire, motivate, and empower you on your quest for abundance. Whether you're seeking financial prosperity, emotional well-being, or spiritual fulfillment, this book offers affirmations tailored to every aspect of your life.

From FOX & Friends Weekend cohost Pete Hegseth comes a collection of inspiring stories from fifteen of America’s greatest heroes—highly decorated Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, marines, Purple Heart recipients, combat pilots, a Medal of Honor recipient, and more—based on FOX Nation’s hit show...