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This audiobook was originally inspired by Harry Truman, who said, "Give me a one-handed economist!" As an empiricist I advocate that no ideology is right or wrong but that conditions and data are all that should drive our policymaking decisions. Every policy has a place where it will or will not work. My view on economic policymaking and world poverty is unique to the literature, since it is precisely opposite to Harry Truman's desire. The world is complex; Harry Truman needed a Three Handed Economist; one hand was never enough.

From award winning criminologist R. Barri Flowers and the best-selling author of The Sex Slave Murders 1 & 2, Serial Killer Couples, and Murder of the Banker's Daughter comes Murder Chronicles, a gripping collection of true crime tales. Includes ten compelling stories of murder, madness, and mayhem that span nearly a century of American history and homicidal criminality that will keep you reading from beginning to end, while staying with long after.

On December 15, 1927, 12-year-old Marion Parker, daughter of a prominent banker was brazenly abducted from her junior high school in Los Angeles, California, in a bizarre ransom and revenge scheme. Two days later, the girl's dismembered remains were left behind by a brutal killer, destroying a family and unnerving the entire city. This caused pandemonium as the perpetrator managed to evade immediate capture, leading to a manhunt by authorities unlike any in recent memory.

"Love Aboard the Titanic" is a 5,000-word tale about an ill-fated historical romance aboard the Titanic. After spending a year studying at Oxford, an American female boards the luxury liner for passage back to America. She meets and falls for a fellow American, leading to a night of passion. When the ship runs into an iceberg, a promising future for the young couple is anything but certain.

Male batterers of women are being beaten to death by a bat-wielding female vigilante. Each victim had recently been on trial for domestic violence-related charges, but was set free through plea bargains, technicalities, or acquittal. Two Portland Police Bureau Detectives - Sergeant Ray Barkley and his partner Detective Nina Parker - investigate the killings. Among the list of suspects is Criminal Court Judge Carole Cranston, who presided over the trials of all the victims and has dark secrets she is in no hurry to share. Barkley quickly develops an attraction to the beautiful Carole....

In the town of Bluffs Bay, Washington, a serial killer is killing beautiful women in the affluent neighborhood of The Woods. In an effort to bring the community together to fight this terror, Selene Herrera, director of a local battered women's shelter, helps establish a neighborhood crime watch group. She is newly married to her second husband, Quinn, who is named the director of The Woods Citizens Against Crime group. But then Selene starts to receive calls from an anonymous caller implicating Quinn....

A cross between Shaft, Mike Hammer, and Body Heat, Dead in the Rose City is a taut, hard-boiled detective novel in which nothing is quite what it seems. Dean Jeremy Drake, nicknamed D.J., is a Jamaican-Italian private investigator and ex-homicide detective for the Portland Police Bureau. He is six-five, hip, tough, armed with a .40 caliber Glock, and courts danger and romance with equal abandon. Those qualities are put to the test when Drake is framed for murder in the midst of two seemingly unrelated cases.

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Join Grace Harlowe and her friends in Grace Harlowes Junior Year at High School Fast Friends in the Sororities, where the excitement of high school life intertwines with the trials of sorority sisterhood. Meet Eleanor Savell, a clever yet headstrong newcomer whose arrival at Oakdale High sets off a whirlwind of drama and rivalry. From the fierce competition for dramatic honors to the mischievous schemes plotted by Eleanor against Anne Pierson, Grace’s quick thinking and loyalty to her friends will keep you on the edge of your seat. This engaging tale of friendship, rivalry, and resilience ...

Join Grace Harlowe and her close-knit group of friends as they navigate the ups and downs of high school life at Oakdale High. In this engaging series, Grace, along with Anne Pierson, Nora OMalley, and Jessica Bright, champions fair play and kindness while forging friendships with troubled girls like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell. Together, they play basketball, start the sorority Phi Sigma Tau, and connect with their male counterparts—David, Tom, Hippy, and Reddy—forming the dynamic group known as The Eight Originals. Experience the laughter, challenges, and heartfelt moments that ...

Join Grace Harlowe and her close-knit group of friends—Anne Pierson, Nora OMalley, and Jessica Bright—as they navigate the trials and triumphs of high school life at Oakdale High. In this captivating series, the girls champion fair play and virtue while forming bonds with troubled classmates like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell. From playing basketball to founding the sorority Phi Sigma Tau, their adventures also include friendships with boys like David Nesbit and Tom Gray, creating a dynamic group known as The Eight Originals. Experience the laughter, challenges, and unforgettable ...

Join Grace Harlowe and her friends as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of college life in Grace Harlowes Second Year at Overton College. This captivating series follows Grace and her close-knit group of friends—Anne, Nora, and Jessica—as they continue their journey from high school to college, exploring new adventures during the tumultuous times of World War I. Together, they champion fair play and friendship, tackle the complexities of growing up, and bond with their male counterparts, forming The Eight Originals. With themes of camaraderie, resilience, and personal growth, this ...

Join Grace Harlowe and her friends on an unforgettable journey through high school, college, and beyond in this captivating series. In Grace Harlowes Return to Overton Campus, Grace returns to Overton after graduation, taking on the important role of managing Harlowe House—a haven dedicated to supporting young women striving to achieve their college education. Alongside her friends Anne Pierson, Nora OMalley, and Jessica Bright, Grace champions fair play and virtue while forging deep connections with both troubled girls and the boys of The Eight Originals. Experience their adventures filled ...

In the wake of their high school adventures, Grace and her friends Miriam and Anne embark on an exciting new journey as Freshmen at Overton College. Facing challenges and navigating the complexities of college life, they strive to earn the respect of their upperclassmen and carve out their place in this vibrant academic community. Join them as they discover friendship, resilience, and the true meaning of belonging. (Introduction by BumbleVee)

War has devastated our planet. Radiation and ash from atomic bombs have clouded the sky, blocking out the sun. Nuclear winter scorches the land with freezing temperatures. And the dead march in the millions. Hidden in an undisclosed underground bunker off the coast of China, Doctor Ying searches for a cure. But time is running out as her military escort's impatience grows with each passing day.

The Mystery of Christmas Tree Village is a delightful children's holiday audiobook about a small village called Christmas Tree Village, how it came to be, and some of the interesting and lyrical characters who live in the village.

Toby the Talking Tree is a fun children's book about Toby, a talking tree, who lives in the forest. It tells the story of Toby and the various species he interacts with, including a young girl, Piper, on vacation with her parents.

In Graces journey through her sophomore year, she discovers that being a true and loyal friend comes with its challenges. As she navigates the ups and downs of high school life, she learns valuable lessons about friendship, resilience, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil. (Summary by Stav Nisser.)

Join Grace Harlowe and her friends as they navigate the trials and triumphs of their formative years. From high school to college, and even during the tumult of World War I, their adventures span across America and beyond. In the College Girls Series, Grace, Anne, and Miriam embark on their journey at Overton College, while Jessica and Nora pursue their dreams at a conservatory. Though they gather as the Eight Originals during holidays, the focus of the seven College books lies on Grace and her new companions, including the spirited J. Elfreda Briggs, as they establish Semper Fidelis, a ...

This is about two high school student who hated each other until an unforeseen event changes the way they feel for each other. He's the popular guy and is trying to deny the way he feels until it's to late to make a difference.