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Dr. Lana Feng, CEO and Co-Founder of Huma.AI Using AI To Speed Up Drug Development Time, Lower Costs and Pricing Huma.ai Huma.AI Begins Where ChatGPT Ends – Leading Generative AI Platform for Life Sciences – Delivers results that are always up to date. Outputs content with zero character or word limits. – Analyzes data with complete privacy – Works across all data silos – internal and external – Provides references to internal and external data in every result – Applies to a wide variety of Life Science use cases – Validated at 97% accuracy in current implementations

Quentin West, President of The Cozy Cosmo LLC. Airbnb Millionaire And Life/Business Coach on Building Real Estate Passive Income & Success Realquentinwest.com Biography Quentin West is a Short Term Rental Professional, real estate investor, and business coach. He started his career as a college dropout, then worked his way to 6 figures as a real estate agent in his very first year. After seeing this success, he dumped every dollar he had into real estate investing and since this time 3 years ago has built a large portfolio that produces over $100,000 per month in passive income for him and his family. He now works with other people to level up their life, business, and finances to help other people achieve the level of success he has seen in his life.

Beastly: The 40,000-Year Story of Animals and Us by Keggie Carew https://amzn.to/3Yc7sec From an award-winning nature writer, true stories of our shared planet, all its inhabitants, and the fascinating ways they connect in the net of life Animals have shaped our minds, our lives, our land, and our civilization. Humanity would not have gotten very far without them—making use of their labor for transportation, agriculture, and pollination; their protection from predators; and their bodies for food and to make clothing, music, and art. And over the last two centuries, humans have made unprecedented advances in science, technology, behavior, and beliefs. Yet how is it that we continue to destroy the animal world and lump its magnificence under the sterile concept of biodiversity? In Beastly, author Keggie Carew seeks to re-enchant readers with the wild world, reframing our understanding of what it is like to be an animal and what our role is as humans. She throws readers headlong into the mind-blowing, heart-thumping, glittering pageant of life, and goes in search of our most revealing encounters with the animal world throughout the centuries. How did we domesticate animals and why did we choose sheep, goats, cows, pigs, horses, and chickens? What does it mean when a gorilla tells a joke or a fish thinks? Why does a wren sing? Beastly is a gorgeously written, deeply researched, and intensely felt journey into the splendor and genius of animals and the long, complicated story of our interactions with them as humans. About the Author Keggie is the author of DADLAND which won the 2016 COSTA biography award. Before writing, her career was in contemporary art. Keggie was born in Gibraltar and has lived in West Cork, Barcelona, Texas, Auckland, and London. She now lives in Wiltshire with her husband where they have a small nature reserve. QUICKSAND TALES was published by Canongate in 2019, “a tonic for the tortured and cursed” Joshua Ferris

Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the Next Trump by Miles Taylor<> https://amzn.to/3DzEVWn The author behind the “eye-popping” (CNN) #1 New York Times bestseller A Warning presents an urgent look at how our deeply divided nation is setting the stage for “The Next Trump.” Donald Trump will be president again, whether he is on the ballot or not. That is because Trumpism is overtaking the Republican Party and will mount a vigorous comeback, potentially in the hands of a savvier successor—The Next Trump. This prophecy will come true, according to Miles Taylor, if we do not learn the lessons of the recent past. With the 2024 election approaching, the formerly “Anonymous” official is back with bombshell revelations and a sobering national forecast. Through interviews with dozens of ex-Trump aides and government leaders, Taylor predicts what could happen inside “Trump 2.0,” the White House of a more competent and more formidable copycat. What sounds like a political thriller—from shadowy presidential powers and CIA betrayals to angry henchmen and assassination plots—is instead America’s political reality, as Taylor uses untold stories to shed light on the ex-President’s unfulfilled plans, the dark forces haunting our civic lives, and how we can thwart the rise of extremism in the United States. Blowback is also a surprisingly emotional and self-critical portrait of a dissenter, whose own unmasking provides a vivid warning about what happens when we hide the truth from others and, most importantly, ourselves. About the Author Miles Taylor is a national security expert who works in Washington, DC. Taylor previously served as chief of staff at the US Department of Homeland Security, where he published an “Anonymous” essay in The New York Times, blowing the whistle on presidential misconduct. He later published the #1 national bestseller A Warning, revealed himself to be the author, and launched a campaign of ex-officials to oppose Donald Trump’s reelection. He’s worked as an advisor in the George W. Bush administration, on Capitol Hill, as a CNN contributor, and is the cofounder of a DC-based charter school and multiple democracy-reform groups. Taylor received his MPhil in international relations from Oxford University as a Marshall Scholar and BA from Indiana University as a Harry S. Truman scholar.

Deadlock: A Thriller (A Dez Limerick Novel, 2) by James Byrne https://amzn.to/3YaFyiF In this sequel to the highly praised The Gatekeeper, Dez Limerick, one of the best new thriller heroes returns. Desmond Aloysius Limerick (&#8220;Dez&#8221; to his friends and close personal enemies) is a man with a shadowy past, certain useful hard-won skills, and, if one digs deep enough, a reputation as a good man to have at your back. Now retired from his previous life, Dez is just a bloke with a winning smile, a bass guitar, and bullet wounds that paint a road map of past lives. Jaleh Swann, a business journalist hot on the trail of an auditor who was mugged and killed, lands in the hospital just one day after her Portland apartment is ransacked. When Jaleh’s sister, Raziah, reaches out to an old friend for help, Dez has no choice but to answer. The Swann sisters have been pulled into a dizzying web of cover-ups and danger. At the center lies an insidious Oregon-based tech corporation, Clockjack, which has enough money and hired guns to silence just about anyone―including this rag-tag trio. Luckily, Dez’s speciality is not just to open doors, but keep them open―and protect those working to expose Clockjack’s secrets. More stands in the way of the truth than just one corporation. When hired thugs come to the finish the job and attack the Swann sisters at the hospital, Dez does what he does best. Now, the two captured men (and the corpse Dez left behind) attract the attention of not just Clockjack, but of the Portland police, the D.E.A, and the U.S. Marshalls. Dez and the Swann sisters are on the run from powers beyond their control and means. Outnumbered, under resourced and outgunned, Dez must use all his skills to keep his friends safe and stand up to corporate conniving. After all, the one thing Clockjack didn’t count on? A good man with a simple job to do. About the Author James Byrne lives and writes in one of the coolest cities on Earth: Portland, Oregon. Under various names, he has published nine other novels in the realm of thrillers and mysteries. Find out more about James and “The Gatekeeper” at jamesbyrnemystery.com.

Homegrown: Timothy McVeigh and the Rise of Right-Wing Extremism by Jeffrey Toobin https://amzn.to/3KmvoWr The definitive account of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing and the enduring legacy of Timothy McVeigh, leading to the January 6 insurrection—from acclaimed journalist Jeffrey Toobin. Timothy McVeigh wanted to start a movement. Speaking to his lawyers days after the Oklahoma City bombing, the Gulf War veteran expressed no regrets: killing 168 people was his patriotic duty. He cited the Declaration of Independence from memory: “Whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it.” He had obsessively followed the siege of Waco and seethed at the imposition of President Bill Clinton’s assault weapons ban. A self-proclaimed white separatist, he abhorred immigration and wanted women to return to traditional roles. As he watched the industrial decline of his native Buffalo, McVeigh longed for when America was great. New York Times bestselling author Jeffrey Toobin traces the dramatic history and profound legacy of Timothy McVeigh, who once declared, “I believe there is an army out there, ready to rise up, even though I never found it.” But that doesn’t mean his army wasn’t there. With news-breaking reportage, Toobin details how McVeigh’s principles and tactics have flourished in the decades since his death in 2001, reaching an apotheosis on January 6 when hundreds of rioters stormed the Capitol. Based on nearly a million previously unreleased tapes, photographs, and documents, including detailed communications between McVeigh and his lawyers, as well as interviews with such key figures as Bill Clinton, Homegrown reveals how the story of Timothy McVeigh and the Oklahoma City bombing is not only a powerful retelling of one of the great outrages of our time, but a warning for our future. About the Author Jeffrey Toobin is the New York Times bestselling author of American Heiress, The Oath, The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court, Too Close to Call, A Vast Conspiracy, The Run of His Life: The People vs. O.J. Simpson, and Opening Arguments. A magna cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School, he lives with his family in New York.

Family Reins: The Extraordinary Rise and Epic Fall of an American Dynasty by Billy Busch https://amzn.to/3YdEH0O The story of the iconic Anheuser-Busch dynasty, written &#8212; for the first time &#8212; by a Busch heir. As an heir to the Anheuser-Busch company and fortune, Billy Busch was raised on the real stories of how his family built one of America&#8217;s oldest and most iconic brands. Since the company was formed almost 150 years ago, the Busch family, their beer, the famous Clydesdales in their advertising, and even their style of business have become a symbol of the American dream &#8212; that not-so-outdated belief that hard work, grit, and a positive can-do attitude make anything possible. Growing up on the family&#8217;s ancestral estate as a prince to the King of Beers, Billy lived a life only kids could dream up &#8212; living in an amusement park, traveling by private rail car and yacht, and playing with his pet elephant, Tessie. But as he grew up, he realized that the Busch family legacy was not just wealth and privilege. With no separation between family and business, Billy’s father &#8212; more boss than dad &#8212; continued the tradition of preparing the next generation for corporate leadership, with high and exacting standards for his children. For Billy, all of this, combined with a dysfunctional family environment, was all too normal. Family Reins tells the story of a legendary American family, their rise to power, and their fall from grace through poisonous infighting, succession struggles, and a seemingly endless string of tragedies, scandals, and loss. About the Author Billy Busch is the founder of the Busch Family Brewing &#038; Distilling Company and an heir to the Anheuser-Busch multi-billion-dollar fortune. He is the proud father of seven children and stars with his wife in the MTV reality series The Busch Family Brewed. A graduate of St. Louis University, he played professional polo, winning the US Open polo tournament. He and his wife, Christi, a film producer and head of Busch Productions, live on their seven-hundred-acre estate in St. Louis, Missouri.

The Hidden History of American Democracy: Rediscovering Humanity’s Ancient Way of Living (The Thom Hartmann Hidden History Series) by Thom Hartmann https://amzn.to/46XCtGC America’s most popular progressive radio host and New York Times bestselling author Thom Hartmann paves the way to saving our democracy. In this powerful, sweeping history and analysis of American democracy, Thom Hartmann shows how democracy is the one form of governance most likely to produce peace and happiness among people. With the violent exception of the Civil War, American democracy resisted the pressure to disintegrate into factionalism for nearly two centuries, and now our very system of democratic elections is at stake. So how do we save our democracy? Hartmann’s newest book in the celebrated Hidden History Series offers a clear call to action and a set of solutions with road maps for individuals and communities to follow to create a safer, more just society and a more equitable and prosperous economy. About the Author Thom Hartmann is a progressive nationally and internationally syndicated talk show host. Talkers Magazine named him America’s #1 most important progressive host and the host of one of the top ten talk radio shows in the country every year for more than a decade. A four-time recipient of the Project Censored Award, Hartmann is also a New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty books, translated into multiple languages. He was born in Michigan and retains strong ties to the Midwest, although he has lived in many regions. He now lives on the Columbia River in Portland, Oregon.

Raising Good Humans Every Day: 50 Simple Ways to Press Pause, Stay Present, and Connect with Your Kids by Hunter Clarke-Fields MSAE https://amzn.to/3Y7ib9Q Little ways to stay mindful, be present, and raise good humans—every day! As a parent, it’s the little things you do each and every day that can help your kids grow up to be kind, confident, and conscientious human beings. But if you’re like many parents, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed by the daily rush of getting to school on time, helping your kid finish their homework, planning meals, and all the seemingly endless tasks that pile up and steal the fun out of just being with your child. That’s why you need quick, effective tools to stay present and manage emotions—both your child’s and your own! From the author of Raising Good Humans, this “go-to” daily guide offers 50 simple ways to press pause, stop reacting, and start parenting with intention. You’ll also find mindfulness skills for calming your own stress when difficult emotions arise; and tips for cultivating respectful communication, effective conflict resolution, and reflective listening. Most importantly, by following these daily techniques, you’ll learn to break the unhelpful patterns and ingrained reactions that reflect the generational habits shaped by your parents, so you can respond to your children in more skillful ways. Busy parents will discover: Self-compassion practices for those days when you feel like a “terrible parent” Breathing and meditation exercises for calming emotions in the moment Tips for “unhooking” from negative thoughts and self-criticism Mindfulness skills for staying present with your kids You’ll also learn how to develop a “teaching mindset” when faced with difficult behavior, and find tons of creative and playful activities to increase cooperation in your child. Being a parent is a lot of work, but it can also be joyful and fun. Let this daily guide help you enjoy those little moments—they mean so much!

A Terribly Serious Adventure: Philosophy and War at Oxford, 1900-1960 by Nikhil Krishnan https://amzn.to/44VNCpK “Lively storytelling . . . an attempt to recast the history of philosophy at Oxford in the mid-twentieth century by conveying not only what made it influential in its time but also what might make it vital in ours.”—The New York Times Book Review What are the limits of language? How can philosophy be brought closer to everyday life? What is a good human being? These were among the questions that philosophers wrestled with in mid-twentieth-century Britain, a period shadowed by war and the rise of fascism. In response to these events, thinkers such as Philippa Foot (originator of the famous trolley problem), Isaiah Berlin, Iris Murdoch, Elizabeth Anscombe, Gilbert Ryle, and J. L. Austin aspired to a new level of watchfulness and self-awareness about language as a way of keeping philosophy true to everyday experience. A Terribly Serious Adventure traces the friendships and the rivalries, the shared preoccupations and the passionate disagreements of some of Oxford’s most innovative thinkers. Far from being stuck in their ivory towers, the Oxford philosophers lived. They were codebreakers, diplomats, and soldiers in both World Wars, and they often drew on their real-world experience in creating their greatest works, masterpieces of British modernism original in both thought and style. Steeped in the dramatic history of the twentieth century, A Terribly Serious Adventure is an eye-opening look inside the rooms that changed how we think about our world. Shedding light on the lives and intellectual achievements of a large and spirited cast of characters, Cambridge academic Nikhil Krishnan shows us how much we can still learn from the Oxford philosophers. In our fractious, post-truth world, their acute sense of responsibility for their words, their passionate desire to get the little things right, stands as an inspiring example.

The Reaper&#8217;s Dance: 1000 Days of COVID by Ravi R. Iyer MD https://amzn.to/3Y2G1U3 From the suburbs of Washington, DC, and northern Virginia to the bat-infested caves of Wuhan, China, Dr. Ravi Iyer traces the myriad networks of the virus that brought the entire world to its knees for twenty-four months and decimated the lives of millions in its path. The Reaper’s Dance puts you in a ringside seat to the horror of the COVID pandemic, the calculations of men who were in positions to influence the fate of millions, the science that might have unleashed the pandemic, and the science that saved the world. From the failures of governments and leaders to the triumphs of individual men and women, The Reaper’s Dance is a story of the complex and compelling tapestry of human hubris and humility, courage, and cowardice, with an enduring, cautionary message for all humankind. The Reaper’s Dance is a must-read that will inspire you, shake you, and wake you up. Additional Praise for The Reaper&#8217;s Dance: An intensely gripping account of the COVID pandemic. The writing is fast-paced and the book reads like a thriller but remains factual and very well-cited in its references. This is a book to be savored and returned to for its continued relevance long after the last page has been read&#8230;. H. H Dr. Ravi Iyer has done a fabulous job in pulling together the story on the political stance changes, the thinking on the origins of the virus, and weaving it into the narrative in a fast-moving book that gripped me from the first page. I kept catching myself thinking as I read it, “Oh yes, that did happen”, “Trump did indeed say that” … and shake my head in disbelief as I read on. I liked the stories of the specific patients that peppered the evolution of the analysis of the pandemic. Also the bit on the seniors with cognitive decline … it hadn’t occurred to me how difficult it would have been to care for that group&#8230;. A. B

Diana Fryc, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Retail Voodoo on Branding and Building Business Retail-voodoo.com Retail Voodoo is a Seattle-based branding agency that specializes in brand strategy, development, design, and marketing. The agency serves a global client base and has worked with many market leaders, including Starbucks, KIND, REI, Pepsi, and HighKey. Retail Voodoo&#8217;s founder and president is David Lemley.

Yesteryear by Stephen G. Eoannou https://amzn.to/3YgSHqA It’s 1930s Buffalo, and the Great Depression rages. Playwright Fran Striker needs to write the pilot for a new radio show but, to do so, he must overcome writer&#8217;s block, defeat a Gypsy curse, foil a plot to assassinate FDR, and recover stolen diamond rings belonging to an alcoholic boxing champion. Who was that masked man? Based on the controversial true-life story of Lone Ranger creator Fran Striker, Yesteryear takes us on a magical journey leading to an icon’s debut, a show that provided hope to Americans during the country’s darkest days. About the Author I’m a 5am writer. At that dark hour you can find me either writing in bed or writing up in the cupola of my 1865 Second Empire Victorian I’m restoring. No coffee. No tea. No candles or incense burning. Just me typing away with my one-eyed dog close by. I love stories and novels with strong characters and a strong sense of place. The turf I carved out for myself is my hometown of Buffalo, New York, the setting and inspiration for much of my work. I’m trying to do for Buffalo what William Kennedy did for Albany and what Richard Russo did for Upstate New York. I think the three of us should discuss this over drinks. I’ll buy the first round. Some of the books I’ve read recently are Secret Identity by Alex Segura and Fortune Favors The Dead by Stephen Spotswood. I also re-read It’s Superman! by Tom De Haven. Currently on my nightstand is Don’t You Know There’s A War On?: The American Homefront 1941-1945 by Richard R. Lingeman. I like reading fiction and non-fiction set during The Great Depression and World War Two. My mother, who grew up during this period, always told me that I romanticized that time. She was right. When I&#8217;m not writing, you can find me working on the house or hunting for antiques and books to put in the house. I’ve been restoring the front staircase for over two years now. Evidently, I write and scrape paint slowly.

The Life We Chose: William “Big Billy” D&#8217;Elia and the Last Secrets of America&#8217;s Most Powerful Mafia Family by Matt Birkbeck https://amzn.to/3O0DCV4 “The Life We Chose—an unforgettable story. A really great read.” —Nicholas Pileggi, author of Wiseguy and Casino and screenwriter of Goodfellas From Matt Birkbeck—investigative journalist and executive producer of Netflix’s #1 movie Girl in the Picture—a revelatory father/surrogate son story that takes readers deep inside the inner workings of the mob through the eyes of William “Big Billy” D’Elia, the right-hand man to legendary mafia kingpin Russell Bufalino, who ran organized crime in the US for more than fifty years. William “Big Billy” D’Elia is Mafia royalty. The “adopted” son of legendary organized crime boss Russell Bufalino, for decades D’Elia had unequaled access to the man the FBI and US Justice Department considered one of the leading organized crime figures in the United States. But the government had no real idea as to the breadth of Bufalino’s power and influence—or that it was Bufalino, from his bucolic home base in Pittston, Pennsylvania, who reigned over the five families in New York and other organized crime families throughout the country. For nearly thirty years, D’Elia was at Bufalino’s side, and “Russ’s son” was a witness and participant to major historical events that have stymied law enforcement, perplexed journalists, and produced false and wild narratives in books and movies—not the least of which being the infamous disappearance of union boss Jimmy Hoffa. In addition, their reach was illustrated by their relationships with Frank Sinatra, Marlon Brando, Michael Jackson, Suge Knight, and many other celebrities and personalities. D’Elia became the de facto leader of the Bufalino family upon Russell Bufalino’s imprisonment in 1979, and he officially took control upon Bufalino’s death in 1994 until his arrest in 2006, when he was charged with money laundering and the attempted murder of a witness. He pled guilty to money laundering and witness tampering and was released from federal prison in 2012. Candid and unapologetic, D’Elia is finally ready to reveal the real story behind the myths and in so doing paints a complicated, compelling, and stunning portrait of crime, power, money, and finally, family.

Doom Guy: Life in First Person by John Romero https://amzn.to/44PgnUL The inspiring, long-awaited autobiography of video game designer and DOOM cocreator John Romero John Romero, gaming’s original rock star, is the cocreator of DOOM, Quake, and Wolfenstein 3-D, some of the biggest video games of all time. Considered the godfather of the first- person shooter, a genre that continues to dominate the market today, he holds a unique place in gaming history. In DOOM Guy: Life in First Person, Romero chronicles, for the first time, his difficult childhood and storied career, beginning with his early days submitting Apple II game code to computer magazines and sneaking computers out the back door of his day job to write code at night. Industry-redefining breakthroughs in design and tech during Romero’s time at id Software made DOOM and Quake cultural phenomena, and this thrilling story recounts every step of the process, from collaborative, heavy metal–fueled days spent crafting the industry’s most revolutionary and cutting-edge games to a high-profile falling-out with id cofounder John Carmack. After years in the gaming spotlight, Romero is now telling his story—the whole story—shedding new light on the development of his games and his business partnerships, from the highest highs to the lowest lows, sharing insights about design, code, the industry, and his career right up to today. Sharing gratitude for a lifetime in games, Romero reveals the twists and turns that led him, ultimately, to be called DOOM Guy. ABOUT JOHN ROMERO Computer and video game legend John Romero has designed and published more than 130 games since his first sale at the age of 16. A teenage programming prodigy, his major achievements include co-inventing a series of revolutionary computer games—DOOM, Quake, Wolfenstein 3-D, and Commander Keen—that launched the industry’s most popular genre, the first-person shooter.

Craig M. Geisler, President and CEO of Cherrywood Enterprises, THE Premier debt buyer cherrywoodenterprises.com Bio on Craig M. Geisler: Craig is the President and CEO of Cherrywood Enterprises. They are a national buyer of charged off debt portfolios and they work with banks, credit unions, auto lenders, and commercial lenders. From there, they outsource their portfolios to a network of attorneys nationwide. The are considered THE Premier debt buyer. Craig has worked in the debt buying arena since 2009 and has been the CEO of Cherrywood Enterprises since 2012. Craig is married to his wife Amy, they live in West Palm Beach, Florida, and they have 4 kids.

Muslim Reformers vs. Fundamentalists: Winner Contributes to Diversity Multicultural Enrichment by Eric Brazau https://amzn.to/44rcCVR The greatest debate in the Muslim world… …is between Reformers and Fundamentalists. Which side will win? Eric Brazau has studied the debate for ten years. As the founder of a popular blog that focuses on the cultural &#038; political enrichment that the Muslim community contributes to Western civilization, he’s perfectly positioned to view both sides of the contentious discussion. Is True Islam a religion of love and compassion? Or does the Original Islam mandate executing homosexuals and blasphemers? Which side is right or wrong? With this book, you’ll be able to dig deeply into the belief systems to gain insights into the point-of-view of both Reformers and Fundamentalists. Written in a way that makes it easy to distinguish fact from fiction and fantasy from reality. Knowledge is power. Are you ready to broaden your mind? You’ll find this book fascinating because the even-handed approach by Brazau lets one understand the minds of both camps. Get it now.

Shana Francesca, Founder &#038; CEO of Concinnate LLC, Life Designer, Keynote Speaker &#038; Writer interview Concinnate.world About Shana Francesca Shana Francesca is a natural born leader, speaker, writer and entrepreneur. She was born into a difficult family life and refused to allow that to define her. As the Founder and Lead Designer at Concinnate, a multi-discipline interior design and life design firm working with clients around the country, she uses her voice to guide people toward their own empathy, resilience, and curiosity about what is possible in their own lives. Shana is unique and powerful and brings that to the stage. Shana grew up in and around performing arts. She became accustomed to the stage and leadership at a young age, dancing, acting, singing, directing and speaking in front of large crowds. This prepared her for connecting with people from the stage. She lives her life leaning into Empathy, Curiosity and Intention and through her design work, conversations and talks, she invites people to do the same. Our present and future are transformed when we take ownership for designing our lives. We write our life&#8217;s story. We do that with the level of intention we infuse into the many small decisions we make every day. This is the core of her work.

HEY DOORMAN: inception to an anthology by Haji Outlaw https://amzn.to/3JWPo1B The world’s funniest bouncer regales with true tales of Los Angeles nightlife in the sublimely original workplace memoir—Hey Doorman: Inception to an Anthology. A bouncer, or doorman, in the city of angels can be many things. But there is only one Haji Outlaw (if you haven’t guessed by his name) and he tells stories in a supremely unique way, like Skittles wrapped in cleavage, safely secured in the beak of a 7th degree black belt time-traveling pterodactyl. Which is understandable knowing that he has written for The Eric Andre Show and produced music for Kool Keith, two enigmatic artists of note. In this book the author tackles Hollywood after dark in bars/nightclubs, intoxicated people of all sorts, celebrity encounters, not to mention his own sexual encounters of the third kind (wink!). Have you ever wondered what the worst night of the year is at a bar/nightclub? Who are the worst people in Tinseltown? Which celebrity has the biggest head? These answers and many, many more are answered in this literary voyage. Most bouncers have a personality and writing flair (not Ric Flair—WOO!) that falls in line with their profession. That is not the case here as the author of Hey Doorman has garnered praise from some comedy heavyweights:

Notes on Complexity: A Scientific Theory of Connection, Consciousness, and Being by Neil Theise https://amzn.to/3XLYTqa An electrifying introduction to complexity theory, the science of how complex systems behave, that explains the interconnectedness of all things and that Deepak Chopra says, “will change the way you understand yourself and the universe.” Nothing in the universe is more complex than life. Throughout the skies, in oceans, and across lands, life is endlessly on the move. In its myriad forms—from cells to human beings, social structures, and ecosystems&#8211;life is open-ended, evolving, unpredictable, yet adaptive and self-sustaining. Complexity theory addresses the mysteries that animate science, philosophy, and metaphysics: how this teeming array of existence, from the infinitesimal to the infinite, is in fact a seamless living whole and what our place, as conscious beings, is within it. Physician, scientist, and philosopher Neil Theise makes accessible this “theory of being,” one of the pillars of modern science, and its holistic view of human existence. He notes the surprising underlying connections within a universe that is itself one vast complex system—between ant colonies and the growth of forests, cancer and economic bubbles, murmurations of starlings and crowds walking down the street. The implications of complexity theory are profound, providing insight into everything from the permeable boundaries of our bodies to the nature of consciousness. Notes on Complexity is an invitation to trade our limited, individualistic view for the expansive perspective of a universe that is dynamic, cohesive, and alive—a whole greater than the sum of its parts. Theise takes us to the exhilarating frontiers of human knowledge and in the process restores wonder and meaning to our experience of the everyday.

Lead Like a Marine: Run Towards a Challenge, Assemble Your Fireteam, and Win Your Next Battle by John Warren, John Thompson https://amzn.to/3NIPACJ The U.S. Marines Corps is the greatest fighting force on the planet, but it’s so much more than that: it’s a factory for producing first-rate leaders, problem-solvers, and innovators. In 2006, John Warren and John Thompson led Marines into combat in the world’s most dangerous city: Ramadi, Iraq. But when they got home, employers didn’t understand what they had to offer. Undeterred, they founded their own specialty mortgage company, growing it from scratch into a national powerhouse over the course of a decade. When the two decorated veterans applied the values and training of the U.S. Marine Corps to build a thriving business, they defied corporate America’s expectations. That’s because they realized that, far from producing mindless drones, the Corps trains its warriors in adaptability, initiative, and courage—ideal traits for anyone in leadership. In Lead Like a Marine, Warren and Thompson lay out the simple, universal rules that helped them succeed, from valuing grit and potential over pedigree, to condensing large groups into resilient “fireteams,” to cross-training team members so that anyone can step up to the plate in a crisis. While the corporate world is mired in maintaining the status quo, respecting status, and flattering ego, Warren and Thompson stripped away the fat that prevents organizations from innovating and excelling. Full of smart, actionable advice, gripping combat stories, and entrepreneurial lessons, this book will give you the tools and the training you need to truly lead like a Marine.

John McMilliand, Founder of Shockwave Motors, Home of the Defiant EV3 Electric Roadster on Electric Vehicles Shockwavemotors.com Shockwave Motors is a veteran owned, SAE certified, national and international motorcycle manufacturer. Our all-electric commuter provides unprecedented charging convenience, along with an exhilarating driving experience, in a vehicle that is safe, pollution free, fun to drive, and very affordable. The Defiant EV3 Electric RoadsterTM is a hardtop/convertible seating three people. The battery is strategically located to allow easy access and provides an ultralow center of gravity for superior stability. The Roadster&#8217;s standard battery has about a 100 mile range and recharges from a standard 120-volt outlet in about 8 hours, providing a daily range of up tp 200 miles all this for less than the average price of a used vehicle!

62: Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees, and the Pursuit of Greatness by Bryan Hoch https://amzn.to/43mrT8Z “The definitive story” (Tyler Kepner, The New York Times baseball columnist) of Yankees slugger Aaron Judge’s incredible, unparalleled run to break Roger Maris’s home run record and the franchise both men called home. Aaron Judge, the hulking superman who carried an easy aw-shucks demeanor from small-town California to stardom in the Big Apple, had long established his place as one of baseball’s most intimidating power hitters. Baseballs frequently rocketed off his bat like cannon fire, dispatching heat-seeking missiles toward the “Judge’s Chambers” seating area in right field, sending delirious fans scattering for souvenirs. But even in a high-tech universe where computers measure each swing to the nth degree, Roger Maris’s American League mark of sixty-one home runs seemed largely out of reach. It had been more than a decade since baseball wiped clean the stains of its performance-enhanced era, in which cartoonish sluggers Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, and Barry Bonds made a mockery of the record book. Given a more level playing field against pitchers sporting hellacious arsenals unlike anything Babe Ruth or Maris could have imagined, only an exceptional talent could even consider making a run at sixty-one homers. Judge, who placed the bet of his life by turning down a $213.5 million extension on the eve of the regular season, promised to rise to the challenge. “In the most thorough telling yet of an all-time-great Yankees performance” (Jeff Passan, New York Times bestselling author), veteran Yankees beat reporter Bryan Hoch unravels the remarkable journey of Judge’s run to shatter Maris’s beloved sixty-one-year-old record. In-depth, inspiring, and with an expert’s insight, 62 also investigates the more significant questions raised in a season unlike any other, including how—and where—Judge will deliver his encore. About the Author Bryan Hoch has covered New York baseball for the past two decades, serving as MLB.com&#8217;s Yankees beat reporter since 2007 while making regular appearances on MLB Network. A two-time New York City Marathon finisher, his wife Connie once danced on stage with Bruce Springsteen. They have two wonderful daughters, Penny and Maddie.

Real Talk: A New Approach for Men’s Mental Fitness and Wellbeing by Chinazom Sunny Nwabueze https://amzn.to/3PLWfP7 Dreamcatchersperformance.com Are you ready to start thriving and grabbing the moments that matter? Have you ever experienced feelings of loneliness, overwhelm, or a loss of hope so visceral you felt as if you’d never be the same? Are you tired of seeing the trend, especially among men, where we hit our forties, and it’s either we have a mental breakdown or commit suicide. Such a painful and unnecessary waste. Pursuing Mental Fitness is the way forward through deep introspection and timely action no matter your circumstances. Let’s rewrite the script and stop this trend once and for all. When reached, Mental Fitness culminates in wellbeing that goes beyond looking good in the mirror. You’ll feel your very essence lightened and enhanced. The stories contained within this book are based on actual life events from average, everyday people. The characters in this story may be fiction, but the events that transpire are as real as you and I. Follow five everyday characters as they discover they don’t have to do it all alone. I’ll even spoil the ending for you; they don’t get it all figured out. The good news is they don’t have to. Neither do you. We hope you discover in these pages: Hope that no matter your situation, there is always a way forward to greener pastures and improved emotional and mindful wellbeing. Belief in the collective ability of a group of friends to elevate and support each other through anything with candor, presence, and deep friendship. Trust in your capacity to overcome any hardship with vulnerability, intentionality, and reliance on those closest to you. Power to move beyond the paltry existence of just surviving to the wonderful world of thriving. Access to the true essence of life. The pursuit of Mental Fitness is a journey you need to take for yourself. This book won’t be your guide to the seven steps needed to conquer Mental Fitness or to suddenly have a perfect life… I won’t lie to you; it’s not that easy… But if you prioritize your thoughts and develop mental habits, you’ll squeeze every drop out of the essence of life. Achieving mental fitness through intentional exercise, mindful practices, and consistent work allows you to perform at a high level without losing your wellbeing. Become mentally fit and you’ll help change the narrative for generations to come. A better life waits just around the corner. Pick up this book now and let its pages sink deep.

Einstein: The Man and His Mind by Gary S. Berger, Michael DiRuggiero https://amzn.to/3NZcF5s An unprecedented visual biography of the iconic pioneer of modern physics, with signed photographs, letters, manuscripts and more A one-of-a-kind, hard-cover, 4.4 pound book with rarely-seen photos of Albert Einstein as well as of beautifully preserved letters, manuscripts, journals, and even equations written in Einstein&#8217;s hand. Extraordinary among Einstein biographies, the book presents the holdings of an unparalleled private collection of Einstein memorabilia and helps place in historical context his ideas about time, gravity, quantum theory, and cosmology. With annotations and commentary by the collection owner, by a world-class rare book dealer, and by eminent physicist Hanoch Gutfreund of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, this book is fascinating reading for people interested in scientist biographies. It&#8217;s also an exquisite photo research opportunity for scholars of the history and philosophy of physics.

The Connected Species: How the Evolution of the Human Brain Can Save the World by Mark A. Williams https://amzn.to/46xf4f5 Human beings have succeeded as the most dominant species on earth in large part due to our need to connect and cooperate. It was our ability to socialize and connect that catapulted our species to phenomenal heights of innovation, through collaboration and specialization. This drive has fine-tuned our unconscious perception of faces, facial expressions, body language, and touch. Our primitive drive to connect changes how we perceive the world and the people around us. We see, hear, empathize with, and understand others differently depending on whether they are a member of our in-group or not. This unconscious drive to connect can draw us together, but it also emphasizes the differences between groups. And it is getting worse, as overcrowding, technology, and the media often focus us on our differences. We become more and more divided into groups as a result. Here, Mark Williams shows us how to recapture the drive for connection in a way that will help us look past our differences and reconnect, even with those whom we perceive to be outside our groups. He starts by discussing the human brain’s specialization for connection and how it evolved, and the fascinating way we automatically process the thoughts and feelings of others. He focuses on how connection works in practice and why it is important for learning, innovating, health and wellbeing. He then explores the negative consequences of our drive for connection and explains how it contributes to racism, sexism, nationalism, and many other social issues of our day, as well as its impact on our individual health and wellbeing. He ends with a positive perspective by examining how we can use our drive for connection to expand our in-group and extend multicultural societies for the good of our planet.

The Princess by Wendy Holden https://amzn.to/44rrWl0 The whole world saw Princess Diana step from a gilded carriage for her wedding at St. Paul’s Cathedral. But before that fairy-tale moment came a dark and difficult journey.… Bestselling author Wendy Holden explores the astonishing backstory and young adulthood of the ultimate royal celebrity. Britain, 1961: A beautiful blonde baby is born to Viscount Althorp, heir to the Spencer earldom. But Diana grows up amid the fallout of her parents’ messy divorce. She struggles at school. Her refuge throughout is romantic novels. She dreams of falling in love and being rescued by a handsome prince. In royal circles, there is concern about the Prince of Wales. Charles is nearing thirty and the right girl needs to be found, fast. She must be young, aristocratic and completely free of past liaisons. Pure and innocent. Eighteen-year-old Diana Spencer is just about the only candidate. Her yearning to be loved dovetails with royal desperation for a bride. But the route to the altar is perilous. There are hidden dangers. Ruthless schemers. Can Diana’s romantic dream survive?

Try Not to Breathe by David Bell https://amzn.to/3NULM2y An ex-cop sets out to find her missing sister and discovers the shocking truth about her family&#8230; A traumatic experience in the line of duty forces thirty-year-old Avery Rogers to abandon both her relationship and her position as a Kentucky State Police officer. She retreats to a college town where she works an unfulfilling job as a security guard, breaking up fights between drunken frat boys. But a frantic phone call turns Avery’s life upside down. Her father—a retired cop who never fails to convey his disappointment in Avery—says her half sister is missing and in danger. Avery is sure Anna’s just crashing with friends, but her father strong-arms her into searching for the sister she barely knows. Anna Rogers is fed up with her family—a half sister who resents her existence and a domineering father who thinks it’s okay for cops to shoot unarmed civilians. She hits the road to attend a protest against police brutality, unaware of the danger that awaits her there. Just after catching a glimpse of Avery at the protest, Anna receives a shocking text. Now she’s no longer road-tripping; she’s running, pursued by an older sister she doesn’t trust and a violent stranger who has been stalking her for weeks. When Avery discovers Anna’s hiding place near a remote cave system, she risks everything to save her. Little do the sisters know that a secret is catching up to them—a secret at the very heart of their family history. About the Author David Bell is the New York Times bestselling author of sixteen novels. His most recent books are TRY NOT TO BREATHE and SHE&#8217;S GONE. He is a professor of English at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky and can be reached through his website

Build a Better Business Book: How to Plan, Write, and Promote a Book That Matters. A Comprehensive Guide for Authors by Josh Bernoff https://amzn.to/446ArCp “If you’re serious about writing a business book that matters, then look no further.” —Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of When, Drive, and To Sell Is Human ENDORSED BY MORE THAN 50 SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS AUTHORS Your brain burns with a powerful idea worth sharing. Could writing a business book spread that idea, create real change, and launch your career on the path to visibility and influence? Definitely. But don’t start by piling up words. Instead focus on the story. What urgent problem does your reader face? How can they solve it? And what journey must your reader take as you guide them from confusion to understanding, action, and success? Build a Better Business Book is the first accessible and comprehensive guide for authors who want to create impact. Josh Bernoff, a bestselling author, veteran editor, and insightful writing coach with decades of experience on 45 successful book projects, explains the systematic way to refine your idea and then research, write, publish, and promote a book that matters. Learn how to: Build your book not just from ideas but from people and their compelling stories — and how you can research and tell those stories. Write a first chapter that creates powerful motivation by emotionally connecting with readers. Select among the three major publishing models — traditional, self-publishing, and “hybrid” — on the axes of speed, cost, and influence. Plan your book as a project, then efficiently execute on that plan with a low-stress, high potency tool: the fat outline. Structure chapters that no reader can put down. Collaborate with coauthors, editors, and ghost writers without excessive bloodshed. Promote your book to maximize your sales, revenue, and influence. Josh Bernoff’s book projects have generated over $20 million for their authors. This guide includes results of an extensive author survey and secrets from interviews with successful business authors like Jay Baer, Laura Gassner Otting, Phil M. Jones, Joe Pulizzi, and Scott Stratten. Don’t waste valuable energy without accomplishing your goals. Construct your business book as a compelling story, and you won’t just get your words in print. You’ll create change in the minds of your readers. And that is the first step to making a meaningful impact on the world. About the Author Josh Bernoff is the author, coauthor, editor, or ghostwriter of eight business books. Book projects on which he has collaborated have generated over $20 million for their authors. His most recent book is &#8220;Build a Better Business Book: How to Plan, Write, and Promote a Book That Matters &#8212; A Comprehensive Guide&#8221; (Amplify, 2023). He is also the author of &#8220;Writing Without Bullshit: Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean&#8221;(HarperBusiness, 2016). Toronto’s Globe and Mail called it “a Strunk and White for the modern knowledge worker.” He was coauthor of &#8220;Groundswell: Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies&#8221; (Harvard Business Press, 2008), which was a BusinessWeek bestseller. Josh writes a blog post on topics of interest to authors every weekday at Bernoff.com. His blog has generated 4 million views. He lives with his wife, an artist, in Portland, Maine.

Harlem After Midnight (A Canary Club Mystery) by Louise Hare https://amzn.to/3XuQYxr A body falls from a town house window in Harlem, and it looks just like the newest singer at the Apollo&#8230;in this evocative, twisting new novel from the authorof Miss Aldridge Regrets. Harlem, 1936: Lena Aldridge grew up in a cramped corner of London, hearing stories of the bright lights of Broadway. She always imagined that when she finally went to New York City, she’d be there with her father. But now he’s dead, and she’s newly arrived and alone, chasing a dream that has quickly dried up. When Will Goodman—the handsome musician she met on the crossing from England—offers for her to stay with his friends in Harlem, she agrees. She has nowhere else to go, and this will give her a chance to get to know Will better and see if she can find any trace of the family she might have remaining. Will’s friends welcome her with open arms, but just as Lena discovers the stories her father once told her were missing giant pieces of information, she also starts to realize the man she’s falling too fast and too hard for has secrets of his own. And they might just place a target on her back. Especially when she is drawn to the brightest stage in town. About the Author Louise Hare is a London-based writer and has an MA in Creative Writing from Birkbeck, University of London. Originally from Warrington, the capital is the inspiration for much of her work, including This Lovely City, which began life after a trip into the deep level shelter below Clapham Common. This Lovely City was featured on the inaugural BBC TWO TV book club show, Between the Covers, and has received multiple accolades, securing Louise&#8217;s place as an author to watch.

Brian Fowler of Security First International Holdings, Inc. Unveils OptoBiz AI Humanly Applied OptoBiz.ai OptoBiz is an AI-based virtual assistant. AI-based virtual assistants are services that use artificial intelligence technologies, such as machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision, to interact with users in a human-like manner. It is designed to simulate a conversation and provide assistance, support, or information to users over the internet or other communication networks. AI-based virtual assistants can be used for various tasks, such as scheduling appointments, making reservations, answering customer queries, and providing personalized recommendations. They can be found in various forms, such as chatbots, voice assistants, and smart home devices, and are becoming increasingly popular in many industries. Over the last decade, artificial intelligence has shown immense potential in revolutionizing a multitude of fields. One of the most prominent applications of AI is in the creation of virtual assistants, or chatbots, which interact with users in natural language to provide assistance. AI-based virtual assistants have numerous advantages for both businesses and individuals. For businesses, they can provide 24/7 customer service, streamline processes and perform mundane tasks such as scheduling appointments and answering common customer queries. This level of automation allows human employees to focus on more specialized and complex tasks. The benefits don’t stop with businesses. Individuals can use virtual assistants to streamline their daily routines, manage their personal finances, and even assist with everyday tasks like scheduling appointments or reminding them of important dates. AI-based virtual assistants use natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML) algorithms to understand the user’s intent and provide the correct response or action.

The Supermajority: How the Supreme Court Divided America by Michael Waldman https://amzn.to/3XyKu0C An incisive analysis of how the Supreme Court’s new conservative supermajority is overturning decades of law and leading the country in a dangerous political direction. In The Supermajority, Michael Waldman explores the tumultuous 2021­–2022 Supreme Court term. He draws deeply on history to examine other times the Court veered from the popular will, provoking controversy and backlash. And he analyzes the most important new rulings and their implications for the law and for American society. Waldman asks: What can we do when the Supreme Court challenges the country? Over three days in June 2022, the conservative supermajority overturned the constitutional right to abortion, possibly opening the door to reconsider other major privacy rights, as Justice Clarence Thomas urged. The Court sharply limited the authority of the EPA, reducing the prospects for combatting climate change. It radically loosened curbs on guns amid an epidemic of mass shootings. It fully embraced legal theories such as “originalism” that will affect thousands of cases throughout the country. These major decisions—and the next wave to come—will have enormous ramifications for every American. It was the most turbulent term in memory—with the leak of the opinion overturning Roe v. Wade, the first Black woman justice sworn in, and the justices turning on each other in public, Waldman previews the 2022–2023 term and how the brewing fights over the Supreme Court and its role that already have begun to reshape politics. The Supermajority is a revelatory examination of the Supreme Court at a time when its dysfunction—and the demand for reform—are at the center of public debate.,p> About Michael Waldman, is president and CEO of the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law. A nonpartisan law and policy institute that focuses on improving systems of democracy and justice, the Brennan Center is a leading national voice on voting rights, money in politics, criminal justice reform, and constitutional law. Waldman, a constitutional lawyer and writer who is an expert on the presidency and American democracy, has led the Center since 2005. He was a member of the Presidential Commission on the Supreme Court of the United States in 2021. Waldman was director of speechwriting for President Bill Clinton from 1995 to 1999, serving as assistant to the president. He was responsible for writing or editing nearly two thousand speeches, including four State of the Union and two inaugural addresses. He was special assistant to the president for policy coordination from 1993 to 1995.

Viral Gen Z Luxury Interior Designer Bilal Rehman Talks Success &#038; New Studio Opening Bilalrehmanstudio.com tiktok.com/@bilalrehmanstudio BIO: Bilal Rehman is a luxury interior designer specializing in experimental residential and commercial environments as well as out-of-the-box design collections. Bilal interned at an interior design company where he worked his way up to senior level designer in only 4 years. In October of 2022, Bilal launched his own company, giving him the creative freedom he desired. As CEO of Bilal Rehman Studio based out of Houston, Texas, Bilal has had the chance to work on numerous commercial and residential projects, showcasing his skills and talented eye for design. In January of 2023, Bilal blew up on social media because of his genuine and comedic attitude in his videos. This social media strategy, headed by his sister Maya, has brought attention to him and his studio and opened new doors, such as his soon-to-open gallery that will feature affordable unique pieces from local artists in Houston. Bilal spends most of his time working on design projects, brainstorming for the future, and creating content for his business.

Cage Kings: How an Unlikely Group of Moguls, Champions &#038; Hustlers Transformed the UFC into a $10 Billion Industry by Michael Thomsen https://amzn.to/3NGBV0d A cultural and business history of the UFC, tracing the unlikely rise of mixed martial arts from what was derided in the ‘90s as “human cockfighting”—more violence than sport—to a global pop culture phenomenon. Senator John McCain once decried mixed martial arts as “human cockfighting,” while the New York Times despaired that the sport offered a “pay-per-view prism” onto the decline of western civilization. But the violent spectacle of cage fighting no longer feels nearly as scandalous as it did when the sport debuted in 1993. Today, it’s spoken of reverentially as a kind of “human chess” played out in real-time between two bodies and the UFC is one of the most valuable franchises in the world, worth more than any team in the NFL, NBA, or MLB and equal to what Disney paid to acquire Marvel Comics. Once banned in thirty-six states and hovering on the edge of bankruptcy, the UFC has evolved into a $10 billion industry. How did cage fighting go so mainstream? A rollicking behind-the-scenes account of one of the most spectacular upsets in American sports history, Cage Kings follows the desperate fighters, audacious promoters, fanboy bloggers, fatherly trainers, philosophical announcers, hustling sponsors, and three improbable twentysomething corporate titans on a darkly comic odyssey to normalize a new level of brutality in American pop culture—and make a fortune doing so. Stylishly written and poignantly observed, the book offers a provocative look at how the hollowing out of the American dream over the past three decades and the violence endemic to modern capitalism left us ready to embrace a sport like cage fighting. About the Author Michael Thomsen is a writer in New York. His work has appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Slate, Vanity Fair, The Daily Beast, Aeon, Forbes, Al Jazeera America, Adult, Talking Points Memo, Los Angeles Review of Books, Complex, The Paris Review n+1, Bookforum, The Believer, The New Republic, Kill Screen, The New Inquiry, and The Millions.

Roger Knecht, President of Universal Accounting Center On Making Accountants Better &#038; Entreprenuers More Successful Universalaccounting.com Since 1979, Universal Accounting Center has helped accounting professionals build the premier accounting firm in their area. Universal provides in-depth instruction on how to optimize profit at your firm, as well as tools to offer CFO advisory services that can take your business to new heights.

Sleepless City: A Nick Ryan Novel by Reed Farrel Coleman https://amzn.to/449r4Bl “A tour-de-force! The pace is relentless, the plot smart, his new lead character, Nick Ryan, is a hero for the times…Reed is a brilliant storyteller.” &#8211;Louise Penny, #1 New York Times bestselling author When you&#8217;re in trouble, you call 911. When cops are in trouble, they call Nick Ryan. Every cop in the city knows his name, but no one says it out loud. In fact, they don&#8217;t talk about him at all. He doesn&#8217;t wear a uniform, but he is the most powerful cop in New York. Nick Ryan can find a criminal who&#8217;s vanished. Or he can make a key witness disappear. He has cars, safe houses, money, and weapons hidden all over the city. He&#8217;s the mayor&#8217;s private cop, the fixer, the first call when the men and women who protect and serve are in trouble and need protection themselves. With conflicted loyalties and a divided soul, he&#8217;s a veteran cop still fighting his own private war. He&#8217;s a soldier of the streets with his own personal code. But what happens when the man who knows all the city&#8217;s secrets becomes a threat to both sides of the law? About the Author Called a hard-boiled poet by NPR’s Maureen Corrigan and the noir poet laureate in the Huffington Post, Reed Farrel Coleman is the New York Times-bestselling author of thirty-one novels—including six in Robert B. Parker’s Jesse Stone series—short stories, poetry, and essays. In addition to his acclaimed series characters, Moe Prager and Gus Murphy, he has written the stand-alone novel Gun Church and collaborated with decorated Irish crime writer Ken Bruen on the novel Tower. Reed is a four time Edgar Award nominee in three different categories: Best Novel, Best Paperback Original, and Best Short Story. He is a four-time recipient of the Shamus Award for Best PI Novel of the Year. He has also won the Audie, Macavity, Barry, and Anthony Awards.

Patrick Grimes, Founder of Invest on Main Street On Building Wealth Through Passive Investment Opportunities Investonmainstreet.com Investonmainstreet.com/book &#8211; Put in &#8220;ChrisVossShow&#8221; for FREE offer! Invest on Main Street is a private equity firm that makes it easy for you to passively invest in commercial real estate syndications. We “enable investors to” take full advantage of the compelling benefits of multifamily ownership by leveraging our knowledge and network to acquire properties with stable cash flow and long-term appreciation. Patrick Grimes is the founder and CEO of InvestOnMainStreet.com, a private equity firm that enhances busy professionals’ quality of life by providing tax-shielded and inflation-hedged passive investments in alternative investments. Since 2007, Patrick has purchased distressed real estate assets, renovating and stabilizing them for long-term cash flow. He has raised over $50M to acquire a $600M+ portfolio including about 5,000 units in multifamily apartment communities in emerging markets across Texas and the southeastern U.S. He has also diversified with a partnership in an energy portfolio that includes 100+ natural gas and oil wells in 5+ locations across 5 states. Patrick is co-author of an Amazon #1 best-selling book, and he actively writes articles on investing and commercial real estate for Forbes and Inman. He holds both a BS and MS in Engineering, as well as an MBA.

A Patriot&#8217;s Promise: Protecting My Brothers, Fighting for My Life, and Keeping My Word by Senior Master Sergeant (Ret.) Israel &#8220;DT&#8221; Del Toro Jr., T. L. Heyer https://amzn.to/3JgYeXW An inspiring memoir of promises kept, overcoming obstacles, and what it means to sacrifice for others, written by a Special Warfare Operator with the US Air Force. When Israel “DT” Del Toro, Jr.&#8217;s Humvee rolled over a roadside improvised explosive device in Afghanistan, he had one thought as he lost consciousness: I have to keep the promise I made to my dad. DT was orphaned at the age of fourteen, and on the night before his father died, he repeated the promise his dad had required of him: “Take care of your brothers and sisters.” Throughout his childhood and into adulthood, DT indeed looked after his younger brother and sisters, even to his own detriment and sacrifice. When he enlisted in the Air Force, progressing in ranks as a skilled marksman calling airstrikes, his promise extended to his brothers and sisters in the Air Force―his fellow soldiers and brothers-in-arms. When DT was injured in action, he lay in a coma for three months with third-degree burns on 80 percent of his body. He nearly died three times, and doctors predicted―if he survived―he would forever breathe with a respirator and never walk again. DT pushed through every limit to his full recovery, and he became the first 100 percent disabled veteran to reenlist in the Air Force. DT&#8217;s promise to his dad extends now to his fellow wounded warriors throughout the world as he advocates for awareness and affecting change in public policy for wounded, injured, and ill soldiers. He is a patriot who has kept his promise and changed the world with the spirit of his heart, soul, body, and mind.

Lessons from an American Stoic: How Emerson Can Change Your Life by Mark Matousek https://amzn.to/43Qmybd A lifelong Emerson lover, teacher, and spiritual seeker reveals how American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson’s twelve essential teachings hold the answer to living an authentic and fulfilling life, one that is in harmony with our souls. Ralph Waldo Emerson was a spiritual revolutionary whose profound vision of human potential came to define the American character. Known as America’s original Stoic, he offered a radical message of optimism, authenticity, and self-realization that is more necessary today than ever. In this timely, remarkable book, noted memoirist and teacher Mark Matousek reveals the depths of Emerson’s extraordinary wisdom, demonstrating how his timeless philosophy can help us navigate the challenges of contemporary life. Using personal stories, psychological research, and life lessons from Emerson and his contemporaries—including Thoreau and Whitman— he offers practical lessons in the art of living. In the following pages, you will discover: Why Emerson should be considered America’s original stoic How to dispel the illusion of our own powerlessness and turn toward boundless human potential Practical tools for cultivating happiness in a fragile, unpredictable, dangerous world The gifts of self-reliance and spiritual renewal necessary for thriving A roadmap to discovering essential wisdom on living an authentic and meaningful life Emerson’s far-reaching vision of excellence and spiritual flourishing is the medicine we need to heal ourselves. “Trust yourself,” he teaches. “Once you make a decision, the universe conspires to make it happen.” This philosophy of hope, known as transcendentalism, is the vein of gold in the American psyche.Lessons from an American Stoic helps us to reclaim our national treasure. About the Author Mark Matousek is an award-winning author of eight books, Sex Death Enlightenment: A True Story, The Boy He Left Behind, When You’re Falling, Dive, Ethical Wisdom: The Search for a Moral Life, Dialogues with a Modern Mystic, Ethical Wisdom for Friends, Mother of the Unseen World, and Writing To Awaken: A Journey of Truth, Transformation, and Self-Discovery. He was the co-editor on the book Still Here by Ram Dass.

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Octopus on a Treadmill: Women. Success. Health. Happiness by Gifty Enright Giftyenright.com https://amzn.to/3Jjao2t Stop the Overwhelm and Journey Into Freedom Now “Every working mother needs to read this book, if for nothing else, to know that you are not alone and to have a good laugh, as it is hilarious in parts. I wish I’d had this book when I was starting out – it is a celebration of all women.’’ -Joanna Lumley, OBE Women. Success. Health. Happiness. Are you a busy working mother who’s tired of being tired? Are you wondering what happened to the vibrant woman you were? Pack up the pills and pick up this roadmap to health and well-being now! Octopus on a Treadmill will teach you: How the right foods can heal and make you feel great. How a little exercise improves every area of your life. How to stabilise and transform your emotional wellbeing. How and why to make space for spirituality. How to manage your time and fit it all in. Gifty Enright, a successful working mother of two, found herself at a Harley Street clinic. She’d presented the doctor with her spreadsheet of 14 ‘women’s’ symptoms and was promptly offered HRT and a hysterectomy. But, rather than swallow the diagnosis along with the pills and surgery, Gifty had an epiphany; it was her lifestyle rather than her biology that was causing the imbalance in her hormones and her ability to live her best life. For years, like so many other women of her generation who had been told they could ‘have it all’, Gifty had been racing like an Octopus on a Treadmill from dawn till dusk juggling family, career and the endless demands of modern life, to the detriment of her health. In this enlightening, often laugh out loud self-help book, Gifty shares the secrets of how she turned her life around by taking a holistic approach to healing. She transformed her physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. Working with rather than against her body, Gifty kissed her 14 symptoms goodbye, while remaining at the top of her game both at home and at work. Backed up by rigorous research, Gifty provides a roadmap to your best self. This book is a must-read for working women who wish to look life squarely in the eye and say, ‘Bring. It. On.’

So Good They Call You a Fake: Command Attention, Monetize Your Talent Stack, and Become the Uncontested Authority in Your Niche by Joshua Lisec https://amzn.to/465jo4X Lisecghostwriting.com They call you a fake because you&#8217;re the best. &#8220;What Joshua Lisec helped me do to launch my book, my brand, and my telehealth business has brought me visibility, attention, and engagement and has allowed me to further my mission on a scale that I never imagined possible. Few people know how to generate consistent, predictable results so good they start an internet firestorm that spreads your name further than you could have on your own. If you, too, would like success beyond your wildest dreams, read this book and do as Joshua says.&#8221; &#8211; Philip Ovadia, MD, Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Award-Winning, #1 Bestselling Author of Stay off My Operating Table (20,000+ Copies Sold) Being called a fake is the last rite of passage on the internet. In the relentless pursuit of excellence, you only know you&#8217;ve arrived when you have &#8220;haterz&#8221;-your most valuable marketers. So Good They Call You a Fake is how you get there. This book teaches step-by-step with no steps skipped how to get the visibility you&#8217;ve already earned, become an energy monster who thrives on all kinds of attention, and then monetize that attention to the max. The Definitive Guide to Creating Books, Courses, Coaching, and Services that Get Results So Good People Can&#8217;t Believe They&#8217;re Legit

Fires in the Dark: Healing the Unquiet Mind by Kay Redfield Jamison https://amzn.to/43Hcwcu The acclaimed author of An Unquiet Mind considers the age-old quest for relief from psychological pain and the role of the exceptional healer in the journey back to health. “To treat, even to cure, is not always to heal.” In this expansive cultural history of the treatment and healing of mental suffering, Kay Jamison writes about psychotherapy, what makes a great healer, and the role of imagination and memory in regenerating the mind. From the trauma of the battlefields of the twentieth century, to those who are grieving, depressed, or with otherwise unquiet minds, to her own experience with bipolar illness, Jamison demonstrates how remarkable psychotherapy and other treatments can be when done well. She argues that not only patients but doctors must be healed. She draws on the example of W.H.R. Rivers, the renowned psychiatrist who treated poet Siegfried Sassoon and other World War I soldiers, and discusses the long history of physical treatments for mental illness, as well as the ancient and modern importance of religion, ritual, and myth in healing the mind. She looks at the vital role of artists and writers, as well as exemplary figures, such as Paul Robeson, who have helped to heal us as a people. Fires in the Dark is a beautiful meditation on the quest and adventure of healing the mind, on the power of accompaniment, and the necessity for knowledge. About the Author Kay Redfield Jamison (born June 22, 1946) is an American clinical psychologist and writer. Her work has centered on bipolar disorder, which she has had since her early adulthood. She holds a post of Professor of Psychiatry at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and is an Honorary Professor of English at the University of St Andrews.

The Wisdom of Morrie: Living and Aging Creatively and Joyfully by Morrie Schwartz https://amzn.to/42BycFu From the eponymous subject of the beloved classic Tuesdays with Morrie comes an insightful, poignant masterpiece on staying vibrant and connected for life. Who am I really? What have I done? What is important and meaningful to me? What difference does it make that I have lived? What does it mean to be truly human, and where am I on that scale? Morrie Schwartz, the beloved subject of the classic, multimillion-copy number one bestseller Tuesdays with Morrie, explores these questions and many more in this profound, poetic, and poignant masterpiece of living and aging joyfully and creatively. Later life can be filled with many challenges, but it can also be one of the most beautiful and rewarding passages in anyone&#8217;s lifetime. Morrie draws on his experiences as a social psychologist, teacher, father, friend, and sage to offer us a road map to navigate our futures. A great companion to Tuesdays with Morrie or the perfect introduction to Morrie&#8217;s thoughtful philosophies, The Wisdom of Morrie is filled with empathic insights, stories, anecdotes, and advice, told in Morrie&#8217;s reassuring, calm, and timeless voice. Let The Wisdom of Morrie be your guide in exploring deep questions of how to live and how to love. The hardcover edition of The Wisdom of Morrie has a beautiful interior design: each chapter opener is printed in ink with a subtle ombré effect.

Surf When You Can: Lessons in Life, Loyalty, and Leadership from a Maverick Navy Captain by Brett Crozier, Michael Vlessides https://amzn.to/3Jc6GHO Inspiring lessons learned from a lifetime of honor, service, and leadership from Captain Brett Crozier, the former commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt and renowned Navy officer. Amid one of the darkest times in American history, it was a moment that captured the attention of the nation. Brett Crozier, captain of the most powerful and prestigious aircraft carrier in the United States Navy, walked off his ship for the last time while thousands of his sailors saluted and chanted his name in admiration. This remarkable moment occurred after Crozier made the decision to try to protect his sailors by pleading with his superiors for help when COVID-19 swept through the vessel. Two days later, he was relieved of command. Now, Crozier reflects on his life, career, and commitment to doing the right thing in a book that celebrates the power of kindness, the importance of teamwork, and the value of standing up for what you believe in. Through a series of captivating stories set all around the world, Crozier takes us along on the grand adventures of his extraordinary career and introduces the incredible people he met along the way. From his days as fighter pilot facing near-death experiences to commandeering suspected pirate vessels in the Persian Gulf, and of course, seizing any opportunity to enjoy one of his favorite hobbies—surfing—Crozier distills the lessons he has learned and the principles that have guided him, showing how you can apply them to your personal and professional life. About the Author Brett Crozier grew up in Santa Rosa, California, graduated from the United States Naval Academy, and embarked on a thirty-year career in the Navy, flying dozens of combat missions over Iraq and leading at the highest levels of operational command. He served as the Commanding Officer of a combat F/A-18 strike fighter squadron, the world’s largest and most advanced communications ship USS Blue Ridge, and ultimately the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt before retiring from the Navy in 2022.

Personal Revolution: How to Be Happy, Change Your Life, and Do That Thing You&#8217;ve Always Wanted to Do by Allison Task https://amzn.to/3X33mUW Allisontask.com It&#8217;s time to take charge of your life&#8211;and do that thing you&#8217;ve always wanted to do. Personal (R)evolution is your very own life coach in your pocket. Best-selling author and coach Allison Task will help you take control of your life and move from where you are now to where you want to be. Inside this refreshing how-to book filled with humor, inspiration, real-world client examples and tools, Task will help you: Create a clear vision for what you want out of life, so you know where you&#8217;re going and why you&#8217;re going there. Remove the frustrating blocks that are holding you back from achieving your goals and replace them with positivity, possibility, and momentum. Develop a detailed weekly action plan that will drive you to where you want to be. Build and nurture the network that will help you create your future. This book is your step-by- step guidebook to clarify the vision you have for yourself, believe that it&#8217;s possible, and pursue it. If you&#8217;re ready to go after a better life, you are ready for Personal (R)evolution. About the Author Allison Task is a bestselling author and life coach who has helped hundreds of people radically transform their lives by pursuing meaningful personal and career goals. Prior to coaching, Allison was an on-camera cooking host, cookbook author, and marketing executive. She has a degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Cornell University, a coaching certificate and Master’s Degree from New York University, and a culinary degree from the Institute of Culinary Education. She lives with her husband and their four children in Montclair, N.J. In addition to writing &#8220;Personal (R)evolution&#8221;, Allison is the author of &#8220;You Can Trust A Skinny Cook&#8221;, &#8220;Lighten Up, America!&#8221; and was a contributor to &#8220;Cook Yourself Thin.&#8221; She was a co-host of Lifetime&#8217;s Cook Yourself Thin and TLC&#8217;s Home Made Simple, and host of Yahoo&#8217;s &#8220;Blue Ribbon Hunter&#8221;.

Plunder: Private Equity&#8217;s Plan to Pillage America by Brendan Ballou https://amzn.to/3oT6KW6 The authoritative exposé of private equity: what it is, how it kills businesses and jobs, how the government helps, and how we stop it Private equity surrounds us. Firms like Blackstone, Carlyle, and KKR are among the largest employers in America and hold assets that rival those of small countries. Yet few understand what these firms are or how they work. In Plunder, Brendan Ballou explains how private equity has reshaped American business by raising prices, reducing quality, cutting jobs, and shifting resources from productive to unproductive parts of the economy. Ballou vividly illustrates how many private equity firms buy up retailers, medical practices, prison services, nursing-home chains, and mobile-home parks, among other businesses, using little of their own money to do it and avoiding debt and liability for their actions. Forced to take on huge debts and pay extractive fees, companies purchased by private equity firms are often left bankrupt, or shells of their former selves, with consequences to communities that long depended on them. Perhaps most startling is Ballou’s insight into how this is happening with the active support of various arms of the government. But, as Ballou reveals in an agenda for reining in the industry, private equity can be stopped from wreaking further havoc. About the Author Brendan Ballou is a federal prosecutor and served as Special Counsel for Private Equity in the Justice Department&#8217;s Antitrust Division. He graduated from Columbia University and Stanford Law School.

Suck It Up Cupcake: Stop Screwing Yourself and Get the Life You Want by Dennis McCurdy https://amzn.to/3P4DQgc A better life awaits… …if you could only get out of your own way. Are you your own worst enemy? This is a book about fear, determination, self-defeating mindsets, and how to overcome every obstacle that life puts in your way. Dennis was not an overachiever. Finishing high school eighth from the bottom of his class, he went off to Vietnam to fight for his country. When he returned, at age 24, he sold hot dogs and donuts. Broke and depressed, wasn’t how he wanted to spend his life. He had two things going for him. Dennis wasn’t afraid to work hard and learn (and teach himself) what he needed. In twelve years, he built several (real estate and other) businesses and was worth over (1) one million dollars. Designing the life you want is about learning to problem solve in ways most people never consider. This book will give you insights into yourself and what you need to succeed. You’ll learn how to: Stop waiting and start Pay Attention, learn to know yourself The Compound Effect will move you forward step by step- will show you that every action moves you (Powerful concept) The potential of the Law of Association Master the power of Deliberate Practice And much more This book is about solutions. You’ll love this personal development book, because Dennis speaks from the heart, isn’t afraid of the truth, and shows you the path. About the Author A self-employed businessman since the age of 23; Dennis understands what it takes to be successful; his company, McCurdy Group, was awarded the prestigious 5 Star Designation in 2003. Dennis has started 10 businesses, and has owned millions of dollar in real estate. As president of Adam Beck Institute, he speaks frequently about personal development and growth. His 5-week workshop, Find A Way, was developed for individuals who want to invigorate their life, reach for their dreams, and learn new ways to achieve&#8230; Those who have attended his presentations agree–Dennis is a practical and down-to-earth coach/guide. No frills just lots of meat and potatoes. Dennis is the author of; Find, A Way, A Guide to Getting The Most From Life, and 52 Ways To Find A Way and he is currently working on his third book, “Suck it Up Cupcake, How to Stop Screwing Yourself and Get the Life You Want”

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Who&#8217;s Your Founding Father?: One Man’s Epic Quest to Uncover the First, True Declaration of Independence by David Fleming https://amzn.to/43Kx0k2 A centuries-old secret document might unravel the origin story of America and reveal the intellectual crime of the millennia in this epic dive into our country’s history to discover the first, true Declaration of Independence. In 1819 John Adams came across a stunning story in his hometown Essex Register that he breathlessly described to his political frenemy Thomas Jefferson as “one of the greatest curiosities and one of the deepest mysteries that ever occurred to me…entitled the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. The genuine sense of America at that moment was never so well expressed before, nor since.” The story claimed that a full 14 months before Jefferson crafted his own Declaration of Independence, a misfit band of zealous Scots-Irish patriots, whiskey-loving Princeton scholars and a fanatical frontier preacher in a remote corner of North Carolina had become the first Americans to formally declare themselves “free and independent” from England. Composed during a clandestine all-night session inside the Charlotte courthouse, the Mecklenburg Declaration was signed on May 20, 1775—a date that’s still featured on the state flag of North Carolina. A year later, in 1776, Jefferson is believed to have plagiarized the MecDec while composing his own, slightly more famous Declaration and then, as he was wont to do, covered the whole thing up. Which is exactly why Adams always insisted the MecDec needed to be “thoroughly investigated” and “more universally made known to the present and future generation.” Eleven U.S. Presidents and many of today’s most respected historical scholars agree. Now, with Who’s Your Founding Father?, David Fleming picks up where Adams left off, leaving no archive, no cemetery, no bizarre clue or wild character (and definitely no Dunkin’ Donuts) unexplored while traveling the globe to bring to life one of the most fantastic, important—and controversial—stories in American history.In 1819 John Adams came across a stunning story in his hometown Essex Register. He breathlessly described it to his political frenemy Thomas Jefferson as “one of the greatest curiosities and one of the deepest mysteries that ever occurred to me…entitled the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. The genuine sense of America at that moment was never so well expressed before, nor since.” The story claimed that a full 14 months before Jefferson crafted his own Declaration of Independence, a misfit band of zealous Scots-Irish patriots, whiskey-loving Princeton scholars, and a fanatical frontier preacher had joined forces in a remote corner of North Carolina to become the first Americans to formally declare themselves “free and independent” from England. Composed during a clandestine all-night session inside the Charlotte courthouse, the Mecklenburg Declaration, aka the MecDec, was signed on May 20, 1775—a date that’s still featured on the state flag of North Carolina. About a year later, in 1776, Jefferson is believed to have plagiarized the MecDec while composing his own, slightly more famous Declaration, and then, as he was wont to do, covered the whole thing up. Which is why Adams always insisted the MecDec needed to be “thoroughly investigated” and “more universally made known to the present and future generation.” Eleven U.S. Presidents and many of today’s most respected historical scholars agree. Now, with Who’s Your Founding Father?, David Fleming picks up where Adams’ investigation left off. Fleming leaves no archive, cemetery, bizarre clue, conspiracy theory, or wild character unexplored as he travels the globe and shines new light on one of the most fantastic, important—and controversial—stories in American history. About the Author David Fleming is a senior writer at ESPN. During the last three decades at Sports Illustrated, ESPN The Magazine and ESPN he has been one of the industry’s most prolific, versatile, and imaginative longform writers, traveling the globe while penning more than 35 cover stories and numerous groundbreaking pieces on everything from the Super Bowl and Steph Curry to the Musical Chairs World Championship, hockey dentists and the NFL’s obsession with glutes.