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Tasked with finding common ground and building friendships between the world's two largest countries and arctic neighbors, a young Canadian diplomat finds himself on his first overseas assignment in Moscow, the Soviet capital. It's the early 1970s and a Cold War between communism and capitalism, the west and the east, is simmering-while the ice rink is just starting to heat up. Smith opts for sports diplomacy, throwing off his embassy black tie dress codes and donning the blue and white sweater of the Moscow Maple Leafs.

C Is for Cannibals, the third book in an epic series of 26 horror anthologies. In this audiobook, you will find a collection of 13 gut-wrenching stories from some of the finest independent writers on the scene today. From those with a taste for human flesh to people merely trying to survive, C Is for Cannibals contains a range of twisted stories not for the weak of stomach.

Grace Adair has spent the last thirteen years in captivity, ruled by evil men. Loss, pain, and sadness has defined her. After a quick escape, the world she finds is large and exciting, but completely terrifying. All she wanted was some peace and quiet filled with delicious food, DIY projects, and all the books one woman can read. Teaching herself how to survive is hard enough, but when her animal initiates a reconnection as well as a mating bond with a complete stranger, she is in for the fight of her life. Dayo Agu has spent his long shifter-life fighting wars that can't be won. Now, after...

D Is for Demons is the fourth book in an epic series of 26 horror anthologies. You will find a collection of 13 terrifying stories from some of the finest independent writers on the scene today. From the disturbing to the humorous, from the gruesome to the psychological, D Is for Demons contains a range of unsettling stories that will make you sleep with the lights on!

A missing pet. A gang of criminal pit bulls. Two cat detectives are ready to solve a mystery… Yoshi and Gatsby are two felines known as the Petectives. When they agree to help a pretty young cat find her missing brother, a routine pet investigation goes sour faster than a bowl of milk. To solve the mystery, the cat detectives must face down a gang of vicious criminal pit bulls and the neighborhood dog police. While Gatsby's up to his whiskers in danger and romance, Yoshi puts together the pieces of a puzzle that could rock their community. With enemies at every turn, can Yoshi and Gatsby ...

A Is for Aliens, the first audiobook in an epic series of 26 horror anthologies. Within these sections you will find a collection of 13 stories from some of the finest independent writers on the scene today, blending science fiction with horror. From the humorous to the terrifying, A Is for Aliens contains a diverse range of stories with each author taking a different approach to the theme.

Influence and persuasion are a huge part of our everyday lives. The point of this book is to help you let go of that baggage and finish your business. What might this unfinished business be? Whatever it is, it might be affecting your level of anxiety. If you’ve always wanted to uncover the secrets to influence people and discover how the environment affects our brain development, then buy this audiobook today.

I cannot live like this forever. Someday, everything will end and I will have no reason to exist. My eyes have seen every place, every form, every dimension. My purpose is constant and eternal. Or so I thought. There is a way out for me and I have found it. In her. It was said long ago, before I was created, that death will come from above. I must save myself from this torment that I know is coming when this all ends. When the skies of madness return.

When Lizzie Jones, pet sitter extraordinaire, is asked to watch over her best friend's two spoiled dogs at the posh gated community of Craggy Hill Estates, the last thing she expects is to wind up in the middle of a homicide. But that's exactly what happens when she finds her best friend's cheating husband and Danger Cove’s celebrity bodybuilder champ, Mr. Jupiter, floating face-down in his hot tub. To make matters worse, the police aren’t looking any further than the wife for a suspect.

Pet Sitter turned sleuth Lizzie Jones is excited about the upcoming Second Chance Animal Rescue fundraiser. The celebrity draw, Sabrina Ramirez, is a pet psychic famous for her TV show The Critter Communicator. Sabrina arrives with her entourage that includes Rosie, an adorable teacup pig that Sabrina treats like royalty, Sabrina's buff bodyguard, her devoted nephew, and unexpectedly, her estranged ex-husband. When Sabrina needs a pet sitter Lizzie is thrilled to take on the job. That is until the little piglet is pignapped on Lizzie's watch - along with her diamond collar!

Beyond the Womanist Classroom is a weekly podcast hosted by womanist biblical scholar Dr. Mitzi J. Smith (PhD). We discuss all things womanism, cutting-edge biblical interpretation, and justice. Please consider supporting us by subscribing to our podcast on buzzsprout.com.

After my parents' deaths, I had to learn to forgive in order to move forward in my life. There is no Band-Aid for grief, loss, or offense. We'll have questions about the challenges we face in life, of course. The problem is not having a question. The problem is not that our question remains unanswered. The problem is that we expect, or even demand, resolution and find ourselves offended because of this apparent disconnect between what we thought we were getting and what life gave us.

The Cross & The Crib. When Calvary Becomes the Nursery. A Journey of Discovery with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen In this special collection of writings, Archbishop Sheen presents an array of meditations on Our Blessed Lord’s words spoken from the Cross; "Woman behold your son; behold your Mother (John 19:26-27).” This anthology contains sixteen reflections taken from nine of Sheen’s best-selling books. These meditations offer insightful perspectives regarding the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary in salvation history, and the theology behind the term “spiritual adoption”. Woman, ...

Money Mindfulness Daily enables you to master your mind easily for rapid transformation and a permanent impact on your future. Uncovering unique step-by-step processes, you'll discover how to utilize your greatest asset to get what you want in all areas of your life. Using powerful techniques, clearly laid out and simply explained in this audiobook, you'll discover how your emotions govern your habits and how constructing this to work for you, puts you in the driver's seat to create an impressive lifestyle.

E Is for Exorcism is the fifth book in an epic series of 26 horror anthologies. In this audiobook, you will find a collection of 13 sinister stories from some of the finest independent writers on the scene today. Feel the terror as the possessed wreak havoc, and good does not always triumph over evil.

Water, is the fourth in a series of four horror anthologies based on the elements. Within this book, you will find a variety of stories from some of the best independent horror writers on the scene today. Immerse yourself in tales of shipwrecks, evil spirits, terrifying aquatic creatures, and much more.

Join us for the uproarious journey of a young mans unexpected recruitment into a navy that, despite its impressive arsenal and training, finds itself hilariously unprepared for his arrival and questionable contributions. (Introduction by Nigel Boydell)

Seven months after the Hemorrhage virus swept across the world, Jack, his wife, Dee, his friend Boss, and the Renegades, a ragtag collection of civilian and military personnel, have been sent on two missions. Jack likes the first: recon. The second is insane: reenter the laboratory they barely escaped from a few months back and retrieve a logbook, a logbook that could provide the cure to end the madness.

PRAISE FOR THE HIT MAN AND ME: "A Real Page Turner! This is not the usual type of book that I tend to read, but I came across it and couldn't put it down. It's a bit like a slice of life with wonderfully atmospheric descriptions. You just need to put your feet up for a little while and allow yourself to be transported to the completely enthralling world of a young guy with a tendency to walk on the wilder side of life." (5 stars) "What a Fun Read! This book is such a fun read. Relax and clear your time for long enough to read this very exciting and take me away book. I don't know much about...

Buckle up for an explosive ride into the heart of battle with 'Contested Landing' – the ultimate anthology of military science fiction that'll leave you on the edge of your seat! Get ready to dive headfirst into the fray as fearless defenders clash with relentless invaders in heart-pounding actions across the cosmos. From pulse-pounding firefights to jaw-dropping heroics, these adrenaline-fueled tales will thrust you into the heart of interstellar conflict like never before.