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There is nowhere left to run. In the wake of the deadly plague that virtually annihilated the human race, a vast red jungle teeming with alien creatures and lethal plants is devouring Earth, swallowing buildings whole, and ruthlessly decimating what life remains. A witness to the terrifying transformation, survivor Emily Baxter thinks the odds against humanity can’t get any worse. She is wrong.

Surprising, entertaining, and illuminating, this is a must-listen for armchair travelers and word nerds. Our dictionaries are full of hidden histories, tales, and adventures from all over the world - if you know where to look.

Step into the shoes of luminaries such as Phil Knight, the visionary behind Nike; Jeff Bezos, the trailblazer who revolutionized e-commerce with Amazon; Elon Musk, the indomitable force behind Tesla; Bernie Marcus, the mastermind who shaped Home Depot; Warren Buffett, the revered investment guru; Charlie Munger, the sage of finance; Kirk Kirkorian, the real estate tycoon; Richard Branson, the bold entrepreneur, and countless others. Each billionaire's unique journey is analyzed and dissected to uncover the underlying principles that catapulted them to astronomical heights of success.

You know the tale of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. But what happened after Ebenezer Scrooge turned his life around? What about those that helped to rescue him? Charles Dickens’ redemption story is not just about saving one man, but about saving many. Return to the world of Dickens’ best-loved story to see how other characters were redeemed through the efforts to save one cranky old miser.

So the question is not whether or not to influence. The question is, do you know what influence your words and actions have? And do you want to change something in them when you know their true meaning? Ethics is not a refusal to manipulate, but a conscious choice of ethical goals for manipulative abilities. Dark psychology is a promising area of modern practical psychology. The laws of dark psychology and manipulation dictate their ways of dealing with words.

Curiosity has profound implications for organizations, leaders, and individuals inhabiting the digital reality. The Curious Advantage provides pragmatic tools and case studies and makes the case for how curiosity is the greatest driver of value in the new digital age. Curiosity is at the heart of the skills required to successfully navigate our digital lives when all futures are uncertain. In this wonderfully pragmatic book, Paul Ashcroft, Simon Brown, and Garrick Jones provide the road map for curiously navigating and unlocking the opportunities of the new digital reality.

It's time to open your eyes to the freeing power of authentic grace - grace that releases us from trying to earn God's favor, grace that liberates from the tyranny of trying to please others, grace that empowers us to pursue authentic holiness. That's what the theology of Martin Luther and John Calvin did in their own day for the people around them. Time magazine recently dubbed Calvinism as one of the top-10 ideas changing the world right now.

Wickham is not a happy village and, when Meg is threatened by Gisburne’s soldiers, Will Scarlet loses his temper and Wickham fears reprisals. The once loyal villagers, without Edward of Wickham to guide them, begin to turn on the outlaws who regularly save their lives. Fortunately, another Hooded Man has entered the first - with his own good lady and band of men. Is he the saviour or the charlatan of Sherwood?

An unabridged audio collection of the "best of the best" science fiction stories published in 2012 by current and emerging masters of the genre, edited by Allan Kaster, as narrated by top voice talents.

Pokémon Go is a new app, recently released by Niantic Inc. It has become incredibly popular within just the first few weeks of its release. Its appeal may be due to a few key qualities of the game: it's nostalgic due to its similarities to the old Pokémon games and is innovative in the use of technology by utilizing GPS (Global Positioning Systems) to track where you are and AR (Augmented Reality) by using your camera to make it appear as if Pokémon are in front of you in the real world.

Embark on a journey of financial enlightenment with our audio summary of "The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham. This succinct guide distills Graham's groundbreaking investment principles into an accessible format, providing you with the essential insights to navigate the dynamic world of finance. In this audiobook, we unravel the secrets of value investing, explore the art of risk management, and uncover time-tested strategies for building a resilient investment portfolio.

Dive into the timeless narrative of Ayn Rand's iconic novel "The Fountainhead" with our meticulously crafted summary. This concise overview encapsulates the compelling journey of Howard Roark, an uncompromising architect who defies societal expectations in pursuit of his artistic vision. Delve into the philosophical depths of individualism and objectivism as Roark grapples with the challenges of an industry that demands conformity.

Top scholars join bestselling apologetics author Timothy Paul Jones and cohost Garrick Bailey to explore evidences for the truth of Christianity.

An exhilarating epic featuring the award winning Antaeus Company (Los Angeles' Classical Theater Ensemble) with 16 actors portraying more than 50 characters. London in the 1830s, the most colorful and chaotic city in the world, and young journalist Charles Dickens is uncovering a dark conspiracy of arson and murder. A fanciful look at the man before he became the iconic author we know today.

Do you feel inadequate in your conversations? Do you want to learn the secrets, techniques, and strategies to really be able to talk to everyone and in every situation? The solution is to practice specific conversation techniques that create confidence in your exposure to enjoy in relationships at any level: work, social, and romantic relationships. With these techniques, you will have the clarity to prioritize what is most important to you. And that's what you'll learn in How to Talk to Anyone.

Embark on a condensed journey through Ayn Rand's magnum opus, 'Atlas Shrugged,' with this insightful summary. This succinct guide distills the novel's intricate narrative, delving into the complex interplay of characters and the profound philosophical ideas that define the story. Explore the world of Dagny Taggart, John Galt, and the captivating realm of Objectivism as Rand weaves a tale of individualism, self-determination, and the consequences of a society driven by collectivism.

T.S. Eliot tells us in his poem “The Hollow Men” that the world will end not with a bang, but with a whimper. Well, he was wrong. Dead wrong. When death and destruction come, the screams of terror, horror, and excruciating pain will rend the blood-red sky and be heard across the world. When your number is up, there’s nowhere to run and no place to hide. You can't cheat death; death will find you. It always does.

Embark on a transformative journey of self-improvement with our expertly crafted summary of James Clear's bestseller, "Atomic Habits." This concise guide distills the core principles of habit formation, revealing the power of small changes to yield remarkable results. Explore the Habit Loop, understand the 1% Rule, and uncover the Four Laws of Behavior Change that Clear brilliantly elucidates.

Are you a late-diagnosis autistic woman, and self-employed or a professional? I bet your most used phrase is "Oh, so that's why!" isn't it?At least, that's what mine was when I was diagnosed at 46. It suddenly made everything make sense, like why I was so often passed over for promotion, or why I couldn't hold down a particular type of job, or why I was just so bloody tired by people ALL of the time. If this sounds like you, and you want to listen to stories of autism in the workplace, learn strategies for living in a world that isn't designed for neurodivergents, and hear from guests that ...

What do you do when it's raining cats and dogs...and pigs and whales? Take refuge in 15 stories of wild and wicked weather. They will freeze you to the core, they will soak you to the bone. You will find no pot of gold at the end of this rainbow, no sunshine after the rain. Just thunder and lightning that's very, very frightening. There's a storm coming....