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A joyful collection of the most popular, provocative and unforgettable essays from the New York Times 'Modern Love' column. A young woman goes through the five stages of ghosting grief. A man's promising fourth date ends in the emergency room. A female lawyer with bipolar disorder experiences the highs and lows of dating. A widower hesitates about introducing his children to his new girlfriend. A divorcée in her 70s looks back at the beauty and rubble of past relationships.

Time is not merely a linear flow, but a multidimensional construct that connects humanity to higher dimensions of existence. A young scientist discovers how to manipulate time, opening gateways to realms beyond human comprehension, and must navigate the implications for humanity and the cosmos.

What does it mean to feel everything and survive it? All the Things I’ve Felt, poet Makitia Thompson explores the full spectrum of human emotion with raw honesty and lyrical beauty. These poems move through love and wonder, heartbreak and grief, resilience and hope. Capturing the quiet truths we often carry in silence. This collection is for anyone who has loved deeply, lost fiercely, broken apart, and found the strength to rise again. Each minute is a reflection of the heart’s hidden language: tender, unflinching, and deeply human.

Before Burrington existed, there was Silas Glaston; a man of ambition, wealth, and unshakable certainty. Born into privilege, raised to command, and destined to leave his mark upon the land, Silas sees the world not as it is, but as it should be under his direction. From the gilded halls of his family estate to the polished deck of his ship, he charts a course for greatness, blind to the shadows gathering just beyond the horizon.

John Wilson (acclaimed arts and culture reporter and journalist, and presenter of Front Row, Newsnight Review and Pick of the Week) meets up with a variety of public figures from such diverse fields as food, mathematics, politics, writing and music, and takes them back to the influential schools, teachers and early workplaces they may have forgotten, but which have not forgotten them. 

But it never stays still. The Shapeshifting Heart, Makitia Thompson traces love through every incarnation: from the spark of first attraction to the slow burn of passion, from the ashes of heartbreak to the quiet reflections that follow. Told through vivid, lyrical poetry and grounded in emotional truth, this collection explores the way love transforms us, consumes us, and refuses to stay one thing for long.

When Chris Padgett met Linda Dodge for the first time at the end of high school, sparks flew. Or maybe that was just the glare from Chris's mustard-yellow polyester vintage suit, a typical item in his shock-and-awe wardrobe. Linda was impressed if puzzled, but the beautiful cheerleader and Chris, winner of the senior class's "Most Unique Personality" award, were soon a couple.

This book provides a step-by-step approach toward enhancing spiritual wisdom by sharing how to address any issue experienced in our daily lives such as: issues involving marriage, problematic friendships, provides steps to properly managing finances by using Biblical guidelines, and understanding why bad things sometimes happen to good people.

The Book of Chronicles presents a sweeping narrative that begins with the earliest generations of humanity and extends through the reigns of the kings of Judah. It is not simply a historical record but a spiritual retelling, designed to highlight the eternal bond between the people of Israel and their Creator. The book focuses on the lineage of the tribes, the centrality of the Davidic dynasty, and the sanctity of the Temple as the heart of worship and devotion. By emphasizing these themes, it serves as a guide to understanding the proper alignment of a nation and its leaders with divine will.

The Book of Samuel presents a profound narrative of leadership, faith, and the moral challenges that shape both individuals and nations. It chronicles the transition of Israel from a loose confederation of tribes to a unified kingdom under its first kings, highlighting the roles of key figures such as Samuel, Saul, and David. Through these stories, listeners gain insight into the qualities that define righteous leadership and the consequences of moral failings.

The Gathering: A Tale of the Second Coming follows Atlas, a skeptical journalist navigating a world teetering on the brink of collapse. Amid global unrest, natural disasters, and an emerging global leader promising peace, Atlas begins investigating a series of mysterious disappearances tied to a growing religious movement.

Ethan never asked to see beyond the veil. Haunted by visions, plagued by nightmares, and scarred by a past he doesn’t fully understand, he’s thrust into a spiritual battlefield that rages unseen around him. When demonic forces target his city of Fairbridge, Ethan discovers his gift as a Seer—a rare calling to discern the unseen and confront the enemy head-on. As strongholds crumble and allies reveal themselves on both sides of the veil, Ethan must rise—not as a victim, but as a warrior.

The ancient Chinese general, Sun Tzu, said to “know your enemy.” It’s a wise strategy, and Christians need to use it. We need to recognize Satan’s tactics, so he doesn’t lead us down the wrong path as he did Adam and Eve. The more we know about him, the easier it will be to defeat him and not be fooled by his devious, subtle wiles.

When small-town preacher Austin Gold is confronted by a tormented man named Jordan, who claims to have committed the unforgivable sin, his once unshakable faith begins to crumble. As Austin delves deeper into the mystery of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, he finds himself ensnared in a battle not only for Jordan's soul but for his own. Haunted by doubt, spiritual silence, and a growing fear that some doors truly do close forever, Austin is forced to confront the very nature of grace and redemption.

The Agnostic Mind invites the listener into a journey through uncertainty—not as weakness, but as a source of strength. Moving across the landscapes of philosophy, science, and daily life, it explores what it means to live without final answers yet without surrendering to despair.

The Book of Kings is a sweeping account of leadership, faith, and the destiny of a nation. It chronicles the reigns of Israel’s and Judah’s kings, beginning with the glory of Solomon’s kingdom and the building of the Temple, and continuing through periods of decline, division, and eventual exile. More than a record of rulers and battles, it is a spiritual history that reveals how the fate of a people is tied to their fidelity to God.

The Book of Lamentations is a deeply moving reflection on loss, grief, and the human response to tragedy. It captures the anguish of a people witnessing the destruction of their city and the upheaval of their community, presenting raw emotions of sorrow, regret, and longing. While rooted in historical events, its lessons transcend time, offering guidance on resilience, reflection, and hope in the face of hardship.

In The Mystery of the Broken Word, siblings Ethan and Emma embark on a thrilling journey to uncover the mystery of a Bible found in their small town’s church, its pages inexplicably jumbled and unreadable. As they dive deeper into the Bible’s strange origins, they uncover dark secrets tied to Pastor James’ family and a centuries-old curse plaguing the town.

The revival came with lights, music, and miracles—but something was missing—something real. In the aftermath of tragedy, preacher Austin Gold steps into the spotlight of a national awakening that promises spiritual fire yet burns with deception. As the crowds grow and worship intensifies, so does a gnawing emptiness beneath the surface. Behind the smoke and miracles, the truth is being twisted, Scripture weaponized, and seekers are being led astray.

Shakespeare's King John is a rarely performed history which tells the story of John's turbulent reign from 1199 to 1216. King John goes to war against the French after claims that his nephew should be king instead. John has conflict with the church, orders his nephew's death and turns the nobles against himself. In the end, John dies from poison, the French retreat and his son becomes king.