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With Muse of Fire, Michael Korda, the bestselling author of Alone and Hero, takes a novel approach to World War I by telling its history through the lives of the soldier-poets whose verses memorialize the war's unimaginable horrors. He begins with Rupert Brooke and the halcyon days before violence engulfed his generation—destroying the self-contented world of Edwardian England—and ends with the tragic death of Wilfred Owen, killed only days before the armistice brought an end to a war that took over 25,000,000 lives.

Knock knock! Who’s there? A book full of knock-knock jokes! The best knock-knock jokes around will have young listeners laughing out loud.

What's it going to take for Maggie to get a moment alone with her thoughts? Usually, when you squabble with a sibling, they aren't stuck inside your head. But that's how things are for Maggie and Matt, and it's becoming unbearable. Not that they have time to focus on a solution. Maggie has shifter packs from all over the world hunting her, and she can't stay on the run forever.

Heka, the ancient god of magic, has grand plans and thanks to Dr. Semenov, Heka knows exactly where to start. Black-market weapons manufacturers and dealers. And his plans aren't for the good of the world. Meanwhile, Emily Trigger and the Prodigal Suns are impatiently waiting for a spell to work so they can track down Heka. They're using the time to figure out the mechanics of Emily's new magic and how they can use it.

Hoping to prevent a bloody war, Will departs in search of the mythical hidden gate to the elven homeland and believes the country is safe in his absence. He is wrong. Adept at manipulation, the elves seek to conquer from within, and their spies have already infiltrated the kingdom. As Selene prepares to defend her throne, she discovers that the elven plot runs deeper than the blackest shadows. Duty demands she put her nation first, but a loathsome ally urges a darker choice.

Der Hochsommer hat Bornholm fest im Griff, und Lennart Ipsen ist im Urlaub. Bei der kleinen Insel-Kripo ist ohnehin nicht viel los. Dafür herrscht im Restaurant "Argousier" von Lennarts Freundin Maren Hochbetrieb. Bis zu dem Moment, in dem eine Frau am Tisch tot zusammenbricht. Alle gehen von einem natürlichen Tod aus – dann jedoch entdeckt die Gerichtsmedizinerin das Gift einer Wildpflanze im Magen der Toten. Nur ein Unfall aus Unachtsamkeit? Oder Mord?

Teil 2 des neuen Sturmlicht-Chroniken-Romans von Fantasy-Superstar Brandon Sanderson. Der gewaltige Krieg um die Welt Roschar nimmt immer größere Dimensionen an. Die einst verschollen geglaubten Strahlenden Ritter stellen sich mit ihren magischen Kräften den Bringern der Leere entgegen. Der ehemalige Attentäter Szeth begibt sich zurück in sein Heimatland Schinovar, aus dem er einst verbannt wurde, um dort den Einfluss der dunklen Götter zurückzudrängen. Doch die Zeit drängt, denn auch unter den Göttern selbst schwelt ein uralter Konflikt.

Nicholas is fifteen when he forgets how to breathe. He had plenty of reason to feel unstable already: He’s been living with his dad in the bleak Chicago suburbs since his Russian-born mom kicked him out. Then one day in geometry class, Nicholas suddenly realizes that his hands are objects. The doctor says it’s just panic, but Nicholas suspects that his real problem might not be a psychiatric one: maybe the Greek god Pan is trapped inside his body.

Be yourself. Be fully present. Be in the moment. This is a message we hear constantly. While this may be beneficial some of the time, the biggest obstacle to making wiser decisions that actually drive lasting success is ourselves. Being fully immersed in our own limited point of view biases our decisions toward defending our previous actions and maintaining our self-image. Featuring compelling scientific research, business cases, and exercises, Distancing equips us with effective practical tools to reduce anxiety, see clearly, and make better decisions for ourselves and for our organizations.

Baba Yaga has taken over and no one knows if Bethany Anne will ever come back. Beaten on the crucible, Bethany Anne decided she will bring justice to the Kurtherian's that tortured the Leath and her people, personally. The problem? She releases Baba Yaga who has now taken control. Even ADAM and TOM aren't sure they can help their friend. While Baba Yaga is tracking down the Seven Kurtherians, her friends and family are desperately trying to find her. During this time, General Lance Reyolds must start negotiations with other star nations who wish to create an Etheric Federation.

Feeling disheartened, frustrated, or isolated in a political climate that doesn’t reflect your values? You’re not alone—and you’re stronger than you realize. Healing Through the Storm provides a pathway for those struggling to stay grounded and resilient in challenging times. With compassionate guidance, it offers tools to manage anxiety, process complex emotions, and connect with a renewed sense of purpose. Through mindfulness exercises, strategies for healthy communication, and advice on building emotional resilience, this book empowers you to face uncertainty with strength and clarity.

“Freeing Your Soul” by Michael J. Ramirez is a powerful Christian self-help guide written by a U.S. Army Special Forces veteran. Ramirez invites readers on a transformative spiritual growth journey based on his deep faith and military experiences. This book equips you with tools to break free from the burdens of fear, desire, and ignorance, helping you align with your true purpose. Through prayer, scripture, and actionable exercises, you’ll learn to cultivate resilience, embrace gratitude, and overcome life’s challenges with faith and discipline.

Nadine finds herself in the hands of a human trafficker and must use all her wits to escape and seek revenge.

As Sharaam crumbles under siege, a mercenary crew hires an assassin to kill the king. For Tash, it's a chance at glory—to be the best blade in the dark Sharaam has ever known. For Pitt, it's a way to get his cutthroat crew past the Tsarii siege and out of this hellhole, maybe even with some gold to their name. For Iananr the Bound One, it's a dream of shadows and human blood.

Nova lässt sich von Lina Rutera verhaften, um sie von ihrer Unschuld zu überzeugen – eine tollkühne Idee! GAN, die überhebliche KI, zieht alle Register der Manipulation, aber Lina hat erste Zweifel. Die Suche nach Antworten wird zur gemeinsamen Odyssee durch Paris. Als es Nova scheinbar gelingt, Lina als Verbündete zu gewinnen, geschieht eine Katastrophe.

Michael Köhlmeiers faszinierender Roman über Schuld und Sühne – von ihm selbst gelesen. Als Johann ein Kind war, fragte sein Vater, ob er einen Wunsch im Leben habe. Und Johann hatte sich nicht getraut zu antworten: "Einmal im Leben möchte ich einen Mann töten." Anfang der Siebziger kommt Johann zum Studieren in die Stadt, den Kopf voll wirrer Träume. Er trifft Christiane und Tommi, die ein Paar sind und ihn in ihre Mitte nehmen. Gemeinsam erkunden sie die hellen und die dunklen Seiten der Liebe, gefangen in einem Dreieck, das sich immer enger zuzieht.

Jazz is a relatively new art form. It's melodic and harmonic language has evolved throughout the past 100 years from one great innovator passing on his discoveries to the next as a kind of artistic baton passing. The piano has always lead the harmonic language of jazz, so in order to truly understand the evolution of this music, one must understand the lineage of the music's greatest piano players. In this book, Richie Beirach provides his incisive and at times inside knowledge of these 10 great piano players who defined the language of jazz.

Having exposed The Veil's shocking corruption, she now pursues their most guarded secret: Project Olympus. Dodging assassins and enemies, Maris hunts for clues about Olympus. Hints about disturbing genetic experiments and advanced cybernetics surface. Each revelation pulls her deeper into a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse with The Veil's ruthless leader. With distrust and deception around every corner, the stakes have never been higher.

Für Gordon Van Zandt waren Treue und Pflicht gegenüber dem Vaterland so selbstverständlich, dass er direkt nach 9/11 das College hinschmiss und ins Marine Corps eintrat. Doch diesen jugendlichen Idealismus ließ er bald in einer kriegsgeschändeten Stadt im Irak zurück. Zehn Jahre später kämpft er noch immer mit den Geistern seiner Vergangenheit, als er und seine Familie plötzlich einer neuen Realität gegenüber stehen.

Ciao sono Michael Buttini, cantante di una band, podcaster per divertimento, ho messo la mia vita in pausa per viaggiare 4-5 mesi in giro per il Sud Est Asiatico, Thailandia, Cambogia, Vietnam e poi vediamo. Volevo che miei amici sapessero ciò che vedevo e che vivevo mentre erano in viaggio, perciò questo podcast è per loro e per tutti quelli che come me hanno voglia di fare nuove esperienze!Scritto e condotto da Michael ButtiniMontaggio Michael ButtiniProduzione I Recuperati