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A scribe repairing an old scroll uncovers a buried secret—and is murdered for it. The police call it suicide. The community calls it murder. Jake Cooper isn’t a cop, but he’s the only one who can unravel the deadly secrets hiding behind closed doors. In a world of greed, betrayal, and ruthless calculation, finding the truth may be the only way to survive.

A kosher inspector doesn’t come home one night. By morning, his wife is certain something is wrong. The police aren’t convinced. He hasn’t been gone long enough. There’s no sign of violence. Officially, there’s nothing to investigate. That’s when his wife turns to Jake Cooper.

With this book, you’re bound to make those into a reality, where inside you will discover an easy guide to understanding dyslexia—cut through the jargon and get to know what dyslexia really is and how it uniquely impacts boys.

In a world where financial smarts matter more than ever, Financial Literacy for Teens Made Easy is the ultimate guide every parent wishes they had as a teenager. This powerful 3-in-1 collection simplifies everything teens need to know about money, investing, and real-world success—without the boring lectures.

Dave seemed to have it all. A successful career, a loving family, the respect of everyone around him. But behind the polished surface, he was drinking in secret, convincing himself it wasn’t a problem. No arrests. No missed meetings. Just a few drinks to relax… The Double Life of a High-Functioning Alcoholic is a raw, memoir-style novel inspired by Howard Kane’s own sobriety journey. It takes you inside the hidden world of high-functioning addiction where success becomes a mask, denial runs deep, and every drink feels both normal and dangerous.

It is 1995 in Chicago, Illinois. Jake Cooper is a former Ultra-Orthodox scholar of Jewish Talmudic law turned amateur sleuth. In this suspenseful thriller, he investigates a murder for which his girlfriend has been arrested. His investigation reveals secret stories and crimes about the Jewish mafia. The corruption runs deep into extortion, kidnapping, and murder. The only way to stop the mayhem and take down the rabbi and his mafia puts Jake in mortal danger. Will he stop them before becoming their next victim?

Unearth the hidden past of Earth and its intricate connection with our galaxy's undisclosed history in this engaging new volume. Presenting a unique blend of scientific evidence, philosophical thought, and spiritual insight, this book unifies these seemingly disparate realms into a coherent narrative. Delve into the profound origins of our species and our celestial lineage, linked to infinite worlds, alternate dimensions, and numerous universes.

From the ancient civilizations along the banks of the Indus to the vibrant, modern democracy that thrives today, India’s history is a rich saga told through diverse cultures, monumental achievements, and profound spiritual insights. Explore the dawn of Indian civilization, witness the rise and fall of mighty empires, from the Maurya and Gupta dynasties to the majestic Mughal Empire, each leaving an indelible mark on the subcontinent’s cultural and architectural heritage.

The Psychology of Stock Market Investing reveals how the real game is played not on spreadsheets, but in your mind. You’ll uncover the emotional blowups behind Wall Street’s worst disasters in the past and see how even billionaire investors and brilliant minds lose their way.

The Sickness Unto Death, and Other Fun Danish Party Games: Kierkegaard Without the Prozac is your gloriously sarcastic, brutally insightful, and occasionally soul-crushing guide to philosophy’s original sadboy, Søren Kierkegaard. Tired of listening to philosophy that feels like intellectual sandpaper? This book unpacks Kierkegaard’s anxiety-fueled, despair-drenched theology with the humor and honesty it desperately needs.

Want to use AI in your classroom but unsure where to begin? Struggling with how it fits your curriculum or concerned about ethics? You're not alone. Many educators feel the same—but with the right tools, you can make AI work for your students.

Being Really Confused is the hilariously brutal, no-holds-barred, sarcasm-soaked guide to Martin Heidegger’s philosophical fever dream. Whether you’re a burned-out philosophy major, a curious masochist, or someone who just wants to sound terrifyingly deep at brunch, this book unpacks the most infamously unreadable thinker of the 20th century—with jokes, rants, and zero patience for pretension.

Are you overwhelmed by the complexities of insurance? Are you overpaying for your insurance? Do terms like coinsurance, deductible, rider, Medicare, life insurance, and liability coverage leave you confused and uncertain? How to Make Insurance Work for You: A Personal Finance Guide is here to boost your insurance literacy and demystify the insurance world, providing you with the knowledge and tools you need to protect your health, assets, and loved ones.

The first installment of the Stories of the Undead Series offers an innovative, unique perspective on survival horror. Let the massacre begin. Stories such as Residential Home for Coma Patients tell the chilling tale through a letter detailing the events that followed the initial outbreak. Will Phillip wake from his coma? Or will the undead devour every morsel from his body as he sleeps? In The Cabin, love and resilience are tested when a Sick enters Tom and Patty’s vacation cabin. The Emergency Broadcast System crackles to life for the first time.

Emil is Chicago’s most feared food critic—a man who delights in trashing restaurants and terrorizing chefs. When he hears rumors of a restaurant serving an off-menu dessert called Blood of Leeches, Emil’s curiosity quickly turns into a fixation. One taste, and Emil’s curiosity drives him to deconstruct the dish with a hunger reaching far beyond gastronomy—into something older and darker.

The book opens by recounting the author’s personal transformation from a skeptic to an empathetic in parent of neurodivergent children. It takes scientific look into ADHD, helping parents reframe their child's behavior with empathy and insight. It introduces Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a practical tool for supporting children with ADHD, emphasizing growth, communication, and understanding. Parenting a child with ADHD requires patience, flexibility, and intentional strategies that support both behavioral growth and emotional well-being.

In Plotinus Shredded, we tear through his Neoplatonic fever dream. The One? A vague cosmic buzzword that explains nothing. Emanations? A divine PowerPoint presentation gone horribly wrong. The Nous? His intellectual VIP club for thoughts too snooty for reality. The Soul? His whiny excuse to hate fun. Matter? The poor physical world he treats like a cosmic landfill. And don’t get us started on his contemplation obsession—navel-gazing dressed up as enlightenment.

Gullywasher's of Georgia has been abandoned a long time but it's far from empty. A determined CDC epidemiologist goes rogue to tackle a mysterious outbreak in Savannah, only to find himself entangled with a pair of urban explorers and a dangerous, tortured soul in an abandoned theme park where dark forces stir.

When Sherlock Holmes defeats Professor James Moriarty at the Reichenbach Falls, he believes the “Napoleon of Crime” is finished. Then, in the pocket of a discarded coat, he finds the Professor’s private journal—and everything he thought he knew begins to unravel. Holmes opens not a memoir but a manifesto. In its pages lies the answer to the question: why would a calculating mind like Moriarty’s, knowing Holmes is a formidable fighter, choose close-quarters combat above a chasm?

Even if you're just earning an allowance now, you can leap into a prosperous financial future—No Wall Street experience required. Are you a teenager overwhelmed by financial jargon? Or a parent eager to instill good money habits in your child but don't know where to start? Financial wisdom isn't taught in schools , leaving many young adults unequipped for the real world. Statistics show more than 74% of teenagers lack practical knowledge about managing money. As unsettling as it sounds, there's hope.