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This year brings 22 more in-your-face stories that break boundaries and trash taboos, transgressive tales you can't "unread" (as Chuck Palahniuk says). Some of the stories you'll find here are loaded with very graphic descriptions of violence, sex, and depravities, while others may contain only one shocking moment of brutality. In others, the hardcore aspect may be less graphic and subtler than you might expect. Some of these quieter tales offer the listener some time to recover from the more disturbing ones preceding.

Spanning the centuries and crossing the globe, this engaging introduction covers everything Daoist, from the religion of the ancients to 21st century T’ai Chi and meditation. Complete with a timeline of Daoist history and a full glossary, Daoism will prove invaluable not only to students, but also to general listeners who wish to learn more about the origins and nature of a profound tradition, and about its role and relevance in our fast-moving 21st-century existence.

In 1975, five young employees of a sclerotic William Morris agency left to start their own strikingly innovative talent agency. In the years to come, Creative Artists Agency would vault from its origins in a tiny office on the last block of Beverly Hills to become the largest and most imperial, groundbreaking, and star-studded agency Hollywood has ever seen - a company whose tentacles now spread throughout the world of movies, music, television, technology, advertising, sports, and investment banking far more than previously imagined.

Funny You Should Ask... features the QI Elves' answers to 200 questions on topics ranging from goosebumps to gherkins and everything in-between. Generously sprinkled with mind-boggling extra facts from the Elves, this is essential listening for the incurably curious.

Would you like to improve your thoughts and feelings about the world around you? If so, then you will find Zoroastrianism and the Teachings of Zarathustra: The Zoroastrian Creed and Selected Sacred Hymns of Zoroaster with Prayers and Liturgies of the Faith in Modern-Day English richly rewarding. Referred to as Mazdayasna by its followers, Zoroastrianism is widely regarded as the world’s first monotheistic religion, meaning that it worships a single divine god.

This anthology is a miscellany of maxims and anecdotes that generations of Western readers have consulted for edification as well as entertainment ever since Lives of the Eminent Philosophers, first compiled in the AD third century, came to prominence in Renaissance Italy. To this day, it remains a crucial source for much of what we know about the origins and practice of philosophy in ancient Greece.

Most players struggle with AK due to small leaks in their strategy. So Optimizing Ace King (OAK) doesn't look to give you a bunch of memorized plays and tactics. Instead, OAK shows you how AK fits within your strategy and ranges. This prepares you for playing AK, among other hands, in a variety of spots and under a variety of conditions. James "SplitSuit" Sweeney and Adam "W34Z3L" Jones co-wrote this book to take an in-depth look at poker strategy through the lens of a single hand. Concepts include 3betting, 4betting, cbetting, barreling, GTO vs. exploitative play, and more.

The exclusive story of HBO’s key creators, executives, actors, and directors gives listeners an unprecedented peek behind the curtain at the founding and triumph of the first “pay-channel” that brought America The Sopranos, Sex and the City, The Wire, Succession, and countless groundbreaking, culture-shifting shows. James Andrew Miller collects insider accounts of the humble beginnings, devastating missteps, controversial business decisions, and, of course, backstage drama and celebrity gossip from the set.

James B. Mills has left no stone unturned in his 20-year quest to tell the complete story of Billy the Kid. He explores the Kid’s disputable origins, his family’s migration from New York into the Southwest, and how he became an orphan, as well as his involvement in the Lincoln County War, his outlaw exploits, and his dealings with Governor Lew Wallace. Mills illuminates the Kid’s relationships with his enemies, lovers, and numerous friends to contextualize the man’s character beyond his death and legacy.

On the 40th anniversary of Neil Postman's prophetic book Amusing Ourselves to Death (1985), Scrolling Ourselves to Death gathers today's most incisive writers to think critically about the shaping power of contemporary technology. This book explores Postman's insights, connects them to the challenges facing Christians today, and turns difficult challenges into life-giving opportunities for the church. Stepping back from their screens, listeners will be equipped to live faithfully, and grow spiritually, in a "scrolling ourselves to death" world.

Today, democracy is the world's only broadly accepted political system, and yet it has become synonymous with disappointment and crisis. How did it come to this? In Can Democracy Work? James Miller, the author of the classic history of 1960s protest Democracy Is in the Streets, offers a lively, surprising, and urgent history of the democratic idea from its first stirrings to the present. As he shows, democracy has always been rife with inner tensions.

Dopamine Reset in 24 Hours is your hour-by-hour blueprint to reclaim focus, ditch cravings, and reboot motivation—no supplements required. Crafted from thousands of hours data mining and scores of neuro-scientific studies, this audiobook guides you through eight precision-engineered habit swaps: sunrise light and protein spikes, midday novelty micro-doses, evening heat-cold contrast, and the 4-7-8 breathing lure for sleep, each backed by lab data.

Morning Edit is your weekly peek behind the curtain of independent publishing. Host James D. Mills — editor, writer, and small press founder — shares candid updates from his publishing journey, insights on the writing life, and tips on submitting work, navigating the book business, and living creatively. Along the way, James answers listener questions and talks about the books shaping his thinking.

Welcome to "The Big Jim Show"! Join us on a journey of self-discovery and diverse interests, celebrating your inner self and exploring everything from SNL to heavy metal. We're all about 'what you have' inside, reminding you to embrace your authenticity and the wonderful 'you' that makes you who you are.

Are you tired of feeling sluggish, bloated, and uncomfortable after meals? Do you struggle with irregular bowel movements and low energy levels? If so, it's time to take control of your gut health and experience a vibrant, energetic life. The Women's Healthy Gut: Use These Nine Easy Steps to Increase Stamina, Energy and Bowel Movements is the ultimate guide to improving your gut health and boosting your overall well-being.

I'm a professor of economics at Smith College and the author of Singularity Rising and Game Theory at Work.

Welcome to the Motivated Endeavors Podcast, where we explore the fascinating intersection of society, health, and entrepreneurship. Join us each week as we delve into thought-provoking discussions with industry leaders, experts, and trailblazers who are making an impact in their fields. On the Motivated Endeavors Podcast, we aim to empower and inspire our listeners by offering unique perspectives on how societal trends, emerging technologies, and innovative ideas in health and entrepreneurship are shaping the world we live in. Together, we'll uncover the challenges and opportunities that aris

The White Cockade is the story of the early days of the American Revolution and of the men and women caught up in it: Josiah, who doesn’t want war but can’t escape it. Hugo, once Josiah’s best friend but now his bitter enemy. Mercy, who dreams of marrying Josiah. Walter, eager to fight the British. Alice, whose desperate love for Josiah knows no limits. Tarleton, the roguish, womanizing British officer. Patrick, who can solve the most complex mathematical equations while living in his own world.

In his memoir, James Miller shares his adventures and accounts of his youth. Born to an American father and Korean mother, he has lived in several countries, including Vietnam, Iran, and Saudi Arabia. His journey includes everything from his childhood innocence lost, escaping the jaws of a shark, and battling depression. With humor and heart, his candid experiences growing up in a chaotic and perilous world are revealed.

A midnight escape in a crippled aircraft carrying a rescued child. Jagged peaks below, dodging bullets, losing altitude. And she asks herself, “Is this what it means to do God’s work?” Knoxi Musket has a scholarship to play basketball for Texas University, but that must wait. International power brokers are enslaving thousands of children with impunity. Someone must bring them down. The three-year-old boy she is protecting holds the key.