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Blake Porter is riding high, until he's not. Fired abruptly from his job as a VP of marketing and unable to make the mortgage payments on the new brownstone he shares with his fiancée, he's desperate to make ends meet. Enter Whitney. Beautiful, charming, down-to-earth, and looking for a room to rent. She's exactly what Blake's looking for. Or is she? Because something isn't quite right. The neighbors start treating Blake differently. The smell of decay permeates his home, no matter how hard he scrubs. Strange noises jar him awake in the middle of the night.

Two people who can’t stand each other must come together to plan their mutual ex’s wedding in this new romantic comedy by Taleen Voskuni, author of Lavash at First Sight. Ani Avakian was supposed to be the Bay Area’s premier Armenian wedding planner by now. But after a huge blow to her...

From the author of The Night Agent—the #1 global Netflix sensation—comes an edge-of-your-seat thriller about a young actress who must go undercover in a deadly world of espionage to save her best friend…and herself. A silent war. An unlikely spy. She’s done playing by their rules...

Hegel is regarded as one of the most influential figures on modern political and intellectual development. After painting Hegel's life and times in broad strokes, Peter Singer goes on to tackle some of the more challenging aspects of Hegel's philosophy. Offering a broad discussion of Hegel's ideas and an account of his major works, Singer explains what have often been considered abstruse and obscure ideas in a clear and inviting manner.

Cello-Wunderkind Jenny hat ein einziges Ziel: in eine prestigeträchtige Musikschule aufgenommen zu werden. Als sie in der Karaoke-Bar ihres Onkels in Los Angeles den geheimnisvollen und attraktiven Jaewoo kennenlernt, ist klar, dass er genau die Art von Junge ist, die ihre sorgfältig zurechtgelegten Pläne vereiteln könnte. Doch in einem Anflug von Spontanität lässt sie sich von ihm aus ihrer Komfortzone heraus in eine unvergessliche Nacht voller Abenteuer entführen … bevor er wieder spurlos verschwindet.

Heidi verkürzte für junge Hörer.

For the first time, in Fifth Sun, the history of the Aztecs is offered in all its complexity based solely on the texts written by the indigenous people themselves. Camilla Townsend presents an accessible and humanized depiction of these native Mexicans, rather than seeing them as the exotic, bloody figures of European stereotypes.

Explore the wonderful world of some of the most incredible natural forms on our planet—fungi. At the center of countless superstitions, folkloric tales, and magical beliefs, as well as appearing in recipes and medicines both traditional and modern, mushrooms have incredible powers. The Magic of Mushrooms shows that from saving lives to expanding the mind, the potential of these fascinating organisms should not be underestimated.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A homecoming to Rome, Kentucky, sparks a new romance—and lots of drama—between two old family friends, from the New York Times bestselling author of When in Rome, Practice Makes Perfect, and Beg, Borrow, or Steal. AN ELLE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Madison Walker...

Bestsellerautor Allen Carr hat mit seiner Methode bereits Millionen von Menschen geholfen. Nun zeigt er, dass sein leichter und effektiver Weg auch Gewichtsprobleme löst – und das ohne Diät, ohne Schuldgefühle, ohne Medikamente. Mit seinen einfachen Anleitungen erreicht man mühelos eine gesündere Ernährung und dauerhaften Gewichtsverlust.

Have you ever experienced the repeated delays, pressures, and disappointment associated with Saturn's transits and cycles? This classic astrology text, revered by both beginning and professional astrologers alike, offers a fresh perspective on how to handle the influence of this much-maligned astrological symbol. World-famous astrologer and Jungian analyst Liz Greene brings her unique psychological approach to Saturn, showing us how the frustrating experiences connected to this planet can be turned into opportunities for greater insight and meaning in our lives.

Die Wetterhexe Gula hat wieder einmal beschlossen, den Sommer mit Regen und Hagel zu verderben. Da können der kleine Drache Kokosnuss und seine Freunde natürlich nicht tatenlos zusehen.

Ayurveda is a profound science with wisdom spanning so wide that it can be difficult to know exactly where to begin. As an Ayurvedic consultant, Susan Weis-Bohlen helps those who are new to Ayurveda address this exact issue. In Ayurveda Beginner's Guide, Susan explains the holistic principles behind Ayurveda, and offers gentle guidance for incorporating its restorative practices in your everyday life. Discover how you can unlock the transformative powers of Ayurveda and move forward in your journey toward a healthier state of mind, body, and spirit.

Mister Tidwell is a scholarly Oxford professor snatched out of his bookish world and pressed into service aboard Lord Nelson’s legendary British fleet - in the position of schoolmaster. Such is the life of the land-loving, seafaring Mister Tidwell, Gunner. Thrust into service at the height of the Napoleonic Wars, Tidwell soon finds himself directly in the line of fire and way out of his depth. Fate has cast him into a terrible and terrifying spot - alone on deck to face the fearsome approach of a French man-o’-war.

Self-as-context is one of the most important of the six core processes of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), yet it is also one of the least understood. Many therapists struggle to fully implement it in their practice—perhaps due to a lack of concrete techniques for real world application—or they may become stuck when facing roadblocks in-session. So how can you gain a deeper understanding of self-as-context as a behavior and learn practical interventions for empowering clients with this essential capacity?

Als Carlotta erfährt, dass die ihr bisher bekannte Familiengeschichte nicht ganz der Wahrheit entspricht, reist sie in die Toskana, um der Sache auf den Grund zu gehen. Im wunderschönen Dörfchen Camaiore will sie ihren leiblichen Großvater kennenlernen und endlich zur Ruhe kommen. Doch von Ruhe kann keine Rede sein: Ihr Großvater ist mit seiner neuen Rolle komplett überfordert, der charmante Koch Agostino bringt ihr Herz aus dem Takt und auch ihre bisherige Lebensplanung steht plötzlich völlig auf dem Kopf.

Die 29-jährige Ingrid ist Bibliothekarin in dem gemütlichen Bergstädtchen Ridgetop, North Carolina. Mit ihrem Partner Cory ist sie seit dem College zusammen. Über eine Hochzeit haben die beiden nie gesprochen, schließlich sind sie mit ihrer Beziehung rundum glücklich. Doch als Ingrids kleine Schwester an Weihnachten plötzlich ihre Verlobung bekannt gibt, stellen sich Ingrid und Cory die unvermeidlichen Frage: Werden sie heiraten und Kinder bekommen?

FBI agent Harmony Black and her team, Vigilant Lock, face a new type of threat: one from beyond the stars. They'd always heard the Red Knight was an urban legend: in 1954, three years before Sputnik launched, a mysterious satellite was sighted circling Earth, though no power on the planet had such technology.

What Color Is Your Parachute? meets Out of Office in this inspiring, practical playbook to achieve sustainable work-life balance while optimizing your happiness, personal growth, and bank accounts. Pouring yourself into a single full-time job is the riskiest move you can make. Your parents’...

In this Very Short Introduction, Robert Eaglestone provides a clear and engaging exploration of the major themes, patterns, and debates of contemporary fiction. From genre, form, and experimentalism to the legacies of modernism and postmodernism, the relationship between globalization and terrorism, and the impact of technology, Eaglestone examines how works both reflect the world in which we live and the artistic concerns of writers and readers alike.