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The Neuroscience of Manifesting
by Dr Sabina BrennanDiscover the magical science of getting the life you want In The Neuroscience of Manifesting, psychologist and neuroscientist Dr Sabina Brennan uses cutting edge research to demonstrate that the power to manifest the life of our dreams resides within us all. By grounding key manifestation principles in science, Dr Brennan shows that manifesting does not require blind trust or faith in higher powers. Instead, it requires changing how you think and behave, and learning how to harness the power of your brain. Through breaking down complicated neuroscience into empowering everyday strategies, this book will show you how to:- Gain clarity on what you really want - Cultivate more self-compassion- Connect with your true self- Take considered action to bring about the change you desire-Create your best life using effective, scientifically grounded techniques
The CIA: An Imperial History (Studies In Intelligence Ser.)
by Hugh Wilford'A spectacular achievement' Dominic Sandbrook'Fast-paced, absorbing, insightful' Simon Hall'Simply superb' Kathryn OlmstedA celebrated British historian of US intelligence explores how the CIA was born in anti-imperialist idealism but swiftly became an instrument of a new covert empire both in America and overseas.As World War II ended, the United States stood as the dominant power on the world stage. In 1947, to support its new global status, it created the CIA to analyse foreign intelligence. But within a few years, the Agency was engaged in other operations: bolstering pro-American governments, overthrowing nationalist leaders, and surveilling anti-imperial dissenters in the US.The Cold War was an obvious reason for this transformation - but not the only one. In The CIA, celebrated intelligence historian Hugh Wilford draws on decades of research to show the Agency as part of a larger picture, the history of Western empire. While young CIA officers imagined themselves as British imperial agents like T. E. Lawrence, successive US presidents used the covert powers of the Agency to hide overseas interventions from postcolonial foreigners and anti-imperial Americans alike. Even the CIA's post-9/11 global hunt for terrorists was haunted by the ghosts of empires past.Comprehensive, original, and gripping, The CIA is the story of the birth of a new imperial order in the shadows. It offers the most complete account yet of how America adopted unaccountable power and secrecy both at home and abroad.
The New Reformism and the Revival of Karl Kautsky: The Renegade’s Revenge (Marx and Marxisms)
by Douglas GreeneThis text offers an authoritative historiography of German socialist theorist Karl Kautsky and his impact on debates about the Russian Revolution and the contemporary left. Known as the “Pope of Marxism,” Douglas Greene examines the totality of Kautsky’s political career and dissects the fundamental opportunism and passive radicalism that defined his Marxism. He later examines the most substantive Marxist critics of Kautsky, namely Rosa Luxemburg, V. I. Lenin, and Leon Trotsky, while offering a critical assessment of the work produced by scholars and activists, Lars Lih, Eric Blanc, and Mike Mcnair, seeking to revive Kautsky. The New Reformism and the Revival of Karl Kautsky is an important addition to scholarship on the subject and a valuable resource for those interested in the Russian Revolution, German politics, socialism, Marxism, and contemporary left-wing debates.
Data-Centric Artificial Intelligence for Multidisciplinary Applications
by Parikshit N. Mahalle Gitanjali R. Shinde Namrata N. WasatkarThis book explores the need for a data‑centric AI approach and its application in the multidisciplinary domain, compared to a model‑centric approach. It examines the methodologies for data‑centric approaches, the use of data‑centric approaches in different domains, the need for edge AI and how it differs from cloud‑based AI. It discusses the new category of AI technology, "data‑centric AI" (DCAI), which focuses on comprehending, utilizing, and reaching conclusions from data. By adding machine learning and big data analytics tools, data‑centric AI modifies this by enabling it to learn from data rather than depending on algorithms. It can therefore make wiser choices and deliver more precise outcomes. Additionally, it has the potential to be significantly more scalable than conventional AI methods.• Includes a collection of case studies with experimentation results to adhere to the practical approaches• Examines challenges in dataset generation, synthetic datasets, analysis, and prediction algorithms in stochastic ways• Discusses methodologies to achieve accurate results by improving the quality of data• Comprises cases in healthcare and agriculture with implementation and impact of quality data in building AI applications
Computational Intelligence in the Industry 4.0 (Intelligent Data-Driven Systems and Artificial Intelligence)
by Anil Kumar Dubey Vikash Yadav Munesh Chandra TrivediThis book discusses the importance of using industrial intelligence in collaboration with computational intelligence in forming a smart system for diverse applications. It further illustrates the challenges and deployment issues in industrial resolution. The text highlights innovation and applications of computational agents and the industrial intelligence era to automate the requirements as per Industry 4.0.This book: Discusses computational agents for handling automation issues and the role of ethics in industrial resolution Presents intelligence approaches for products, operations, systems, and services Illustrates the fundamentals of computational intelligence to forecast and analyze the requirements of society for automation as well as recent innovations and applications Highlights computation intelligence approaches in reducing human effort and automating the analysis of the production unit Showcases current innovation and applications of computational agents and industrial intelligence as per Industry 4.0 The text is primarily written for senior undergraduate and graduate students, and academic researchers in diverse fields including electrical engineering, electronics, and communication engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering and computer science, and engineering.
The New Reformism and the Revival of Karl Kautsky: The Renegade’s Revenge (Marx and Marxisms)
by Douglas GreeneThis text offers an authoritative historiography of German socialist theorist Karl Kautsky and his impact on debates about the Russian Revolution and the contemporary left. Known as the “Pope of Marxism,” Douglas Greene examines the totality of Kautsky’s political career and dissects the fundamental opportunism and passive radicalism that defined his Marxism. He later examines the most substantive Marxist critics of Kautsky, namely Rosa Luxemburg, V. I. Lenin, and Leon Trotsky, while offering a critical assessment of the work produced by scholars and activists, Lars Lih, Eric Blanc, and Mike Mcnair, seeking to revive Kautsky. The New Reformism and the Revival of Karl Kautsky is an important addition to scholarship on the subject and a valuable resource for those interested in the Russian Revolution, German politics, socialism, Marxism, and contemporary left-wing debates.
Data-Centric Artificial Intelligence for Multidisciplinary Applications
by Gitanjali R. Shinde Parikshit N Mahalle Namrata Nishant WasatkarThis book explores the need for a data‑centric AI approach and its application in the multidisciplinary domain, compared to a model‑centric approach. It examines the methodologies for data‑centric approaches, the use of data‑centric approaches in different domains, the need for edge AI and how it differs from cloud‑based AI. It discusses the new category of AI technology, "data‑centric AI" (DCAI), which focuses on comprehending, utilizing, and reaching conclusions from data. By adding machine learning and big data analytics tools, data‑centric AI modifies this by enabling it to learn from data rather than depending on algorithms. It can therefore make wiser choices and deliver more precise outcomes. Additionally, it has the potential to be significantly more scalable than conventional AI methods.• Includes a collection of case studies with experimentation results to adhere to the practical approaches• Examines challenges in dataset generation, synthetic datasets, analysis, and prediction algorithms in stochastic ways• Discusses methodologies to achieve accurate results by improving the quality of data• Comprises cases in healthcare and agriculture with implementation and impact of quality data in building AI applications
Computational Intelligence in the Industry 4.0 (Intelligent Data-Driven Systems and Artificial Intelligence)
This book discusses the importance of using industrial intelligence in collaboration with computational intelligence in forming a smart system for diverse applications. It further illustrates the challenges and deployment issues in industrial resolution. The text highlights innovation and applications of computational agents and the industrial intelligence era to automate the requirements as per Industry 4.0.This book: Discusses computational agents for handling automation issues and the role of ethics in industrial resolution Presents intelligence approaches for products, operations, systems, and services Illustrates the fundamentals of computational intelligence to forecast and analyze the requirements of society for automation as well as recent innovations and applications Highlights computation intelligence approaches in reducing human effort and automating the analysis of the production unit Showcases current innovation and applications of computational agents and industrial intelligence as per Industry 4.0 The text is primarily written for senior undergraduate and graduate students, and academic researchers in diverse fields including electrical engineering, electronics, and communication engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering and computer science, and engineering.
Indian Classical Literature: Critical Essays
This book critically analyses classical Indian literature and explores the philosophical, literary, and cultural landscapes which have emerged in response to ancient Indian texts. It highlights the relevance of these texts and studies and how they have come to influence modern Indian literature in various ways. The authors look at classical literature both as a theoretical premise that primarily seeks to develop new knowledge and as a sphere of serious modern/postmodern critical attention. The volume features essays on key texts including Abhijnanasakuntalam, The Cilappatikaram: A Tale of An Anklet, Mrichchakatika, Panchatantra, and Mahabharata.A useful guide to ancient Indian texts, the book will be indispensable for students and researchers of mythology and classical literature, literary and critical theory, Indian literature, Sanskrit studies, and South Asian studies.
The Routledge Handbook of Global Perspectives on Homelessness, Law & Policy
This handbook provides a comprehensive global survey and assessment of the law and policy relating to homelessness prevention. Homelessness is regarded internationally as one of the most pressing issues facing humanity and one of the greatest social challenges of our times. This has been further amplified as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Across the globe, there is an enormous divergence in both experiences of and responses to homelessness from governments and state actors. This handbook examines how different jurisdictions from across all five continents of the world have encountered, framed and responded to homelessness. Written by expert scholars and leaders in their field, the book engages in a multidisciplinary and comparative analysis of homelessness as an issue of acute social concern. Understandings of homelessness are geographically, culturally and historically situated, making analysis of each jurisdiction’s approach by a national expert deeply insightful. The collection examines legal and extra-legal policy interventions targeted at reducing or preventing homelessness from across the globe. Drawing on diverse perspectives, differing cultures and welfare regimes, it thus constitutes a timely evaluation of current approaches to homelessness internationally. This book will appeal to students and scholars of homelessness, sociology, social policy, anthropology, and urban sociology, as well as international and national policymakers.
The Routledge Handbook of Global Perspectives on Homelessness, Law & Policy
by Chris BevanThis handbook provides a comprehensive global survey and assessment of the law and policy relating to homelessness prevention. Homelessness is regarded internationally as one of the most pressing issues facing humanity and one of the greatest social challenges of our times. This has been further amplified as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. Across the globe, there is an enormous divergence in both experiences of and responses to homelessness from governments and state actors. This handbook examines how different jurisdictions from across all five continents of the world have encountered, framed and responded to homelessness. Written by expert scholars and leaders in their field, the book engages in a multidisciplinary and comparative analysis of homelessness as an issue of acute social concern. Understandings of homelessness are geographically, culturally and historically situated, making analysis of each jurisdiction’s approach by a national expert deeply insightful. The collection examines legal and extra-legal policy interventions targeted at reducing or preventing homelessness from across the globe. Drawing on diverse perspectives, differing cultures and welfare regimes, it thus constitutes a timely evaluation of current approaches to homelessness internationally. This book will appeal to students and scholars of homelessness, sociology, social policy, anthropology, and urban sociology, as well as international and national policymakers.
I Want to Die but I Still Want to Eat Tteokbokki: further conversations with my psychiatrist. Sequel to the Sunday Times and International bestselling Korean therapy memoir
by Baek SeheeThe sequel to the Sunday Times and international-bestselling South Korean therapy memoir, translated by International Booker Prize–shortlisted Anton Hur When Baek Sehee started recording her sessions with her psychiatrist, her hope was to create a reference for herself. She never imagined she would reach so many people, especially young people, with her reflections. I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki became a runaway bestseller in South Korea, Japan, China and Indonesia, and reached a community of readers who appreciated depression and anxiety being discussed with such intimacy. Baek's struggle with dysthymia continues in I Want to Die but I Still Want to Eat Tteokbokki. And healing is a difficult process; the inner conflict she experiences in treatment becomes more complex, more challenging. With this second book, Baek Sehee reaches out to hold the hands of all those for whom grappling with everyday despair is part of a lifelong project, part of the journey.
I Want to Die but I Still Want to Eat Tteokbokki: further conversations with my psychiatrist. Sequel to the Sunday Times and International bestselling Korean therapy memoir
by Baek SeheeThe sequel to the Sunday Times and international-bestselling South Korean therapy memoir, translated by International Booker Prize–shortlisted Anton Hur When Baek Sehee started recording her sessions with her psychiatrist, her hope was to create a reference for herself. She never imagined she would reach so many people, especially young people, with her reflections. I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki became a runaway bestseller in South Korea, Japan, China and Indonesia, and reached a community of readers who appreciated depression and anxiety being discussed with such intimacy. Baek's struggle with dysthymia continues in I Want to Die but I Still Want to Eat Tteokbokki. And healing is a difficult process; the inner conflict she experiences in treatment becomes more complex, more challenging. With this second book, Baek Sehee reaches out to hold the hands of all those for whom grappling with everyday despair is part of a lifelong project, part of the journey.
The Love Interest
by Helen ComerfordA swoony, speculative and entirely electric YA debut with a humorous and satirical take on the conventions of the superhero-verse, for fans of Michelle Quach's Not Here To Be Liked and the Marvel Universe. Seventeen-year-old Jenna Ray has just been saved by the world's newest superhero, Blaze. And, in the eyes of the public, that means one thing: Jenna Ray has been cast as the Love Interest.No. Not happening. Not if Jenna has anything to say about it (even if Blaze is actually quite sweet and cute).But her plans to defy the HPA (the Heroics and Power Authority) and turn down this new role are thwarted when the Villains begin to take an interest in her and offer a life-changing proposition; become Blaze's Love Interest, while avoiding catching feelings for him, to uncover the HPA's secret plans and find her missing mum. To make matters even more complicated, just as Jenna starts to embrace her new-found career, she discovers she might be more on the side of the superheroes than she ever imagined …
Scattered: The making and unmaking of a refugee
by Aamna Mohdin**A Guardian book to look out for in 2024**'An exceptional book: a meditation on family; an interrogation of movement and borders; a reflection on how someone can become separated from their own personal history; and an argument that it is never too late to reconnect with what was lost' SALLY HAYDEN'A compelling story from a gifted storyteller … In a moment where refugees are often talked about but rarely heard from, her voice breaks through' GARY YOUNGEA staggering investigation into the costs and consequences of displacement, from a young woman uniquely placed to explore the refugee experience and its aftershocksIn 2015, Aamna Mohdin travelled to Calais to report from the frontlines of the refugee crisis. When she returned to London, and discussed what she had seen with her parents, their response surprised her: didn't she remember being a refugee herself?Aamna was faced with a reality she had been outrunning for nearly two decades: that her parents had been refugees of the Somali civil war; and that her arrival in the UK aged seven had been preceded by an early childhood in a refugee camp, followed by years of displacement and desperation – as her family, sometimes together but often separated, fought for a place to call home.For the first time, Aamna's parents told her their story: of the lives they had built in the newly independent Somalia, and the shattering effects of civil war that followed. From London, she travelled to Somalia, a homecoming to a place that had never been home; before retracing her parents' flight to Kenya, and the Kakuma refugee camp – the site of a very present refugee crisis, now three decades in the making.Scattered is a staggering investigation into the costs and consequences of displacement, from a young woman uniquely placed to explore the refugee experience and its aftershocks. A powerful reportage, it is also an epic story of returns and reunions; and a joyful celebration of family and belonging.'The only way out of the crisis of exclusion sweeping across the Atlantic Ocean is storytelling … In so luminously recounting the story of her family Mohdin achieves an imaginative breakthrough that everyone should read' SAMUEL MOYN, Professor of Law and History at Yale University
The Bookshop Ladies: The brand new uplifiting story of friendship and community from the #1 kindle bestselling author
by Faith Hogan'A captivating read, written with warmth and elegance, The Bookshop Ladies is the perfect escape!' Evie Woods, author of The Lost BookshopBestselling Irish writer, Faith Hogan, has created another gripping saga of friendship, betrayal and secrets in this story of a widow in search of answers to a shocking confession by her dying husband.Joy Blackwood has no idea why her French art dealer husband has left a valuable painting to a woman called Robyn Tessier in Ballycove, a small town on the west coast of Ireland, but she is determined to find out. She arrives in Ballycove to find that Robyn runs a rather chaotic and unprofitable bookshop. She is shy, suffering from unrequited love for dashing Kian, and badly in need of advice on how to make the bookshop successful.As Joy becomes entangled in the daily dramas of Ballycove, uncovering the secrets behind her husband's painting grows increasingly challenging. When she finally musters the courage to confront the truth, her revelation sends shockwaves through the tight-knit community she's grown to love.PRAISE FOR FAITH HOGAN:'Utterly enchanting! I would wholeheartedly welcome a week or two being looked after by Esme in beautiful Ballycove.' Heidi Swain'Once again Faith pulls you into her world instantly and never lets you go, with such an incredibly real cast of characters who you feel actually exist. A Life affirming and unputdownable read.' Trisha Ashley'I LOVED it. There is a glow that comes from all of Faith's books that warms every part of me. ' Cathy Kelly'A beautiful and intriguing story celebrating self-discovery, friendship and family bonds.' Phaedra Patrick, bestselling author of The Library of Lost and Found'What a delight this book is. A gorgeous cast of characters, the perfect seaside setting and Faith Hogan's wonderful talent for dialogue all come together to make this a lovely feel-good story with an ending that will cheer your heart.' Imogen Clark, bestselling author of Impossible to Forget
The Big Day: A delightful and emotional wedding novel packed with laughter and drama brand new for 2024
by Aliya Ali-Afzal'THE BIG DAY is a big delight... I was rooting for Noor and Dan and their happy ever after throughout. It was a wonderful read' - Cesca Major***A funny, heartwarming and page-turning novel about a British-Asian mother and daughter, who clash over the plans for the bride's Big Day. Noor has no interest in getting married (much to the aunties' distress). Growing up she saw first-hand how divorce tears families apart... But then, she falls in love. Soon, Noor's engaged and planning an intimate wedding that feels perfect for her and her fiancé Dan. But when Noor discovers her mother Leena also has grand plans for the Big Day, their once-close relationship starts to unravel. Noor can't understand why Leena is determined to have an elaborate Desi celebration when their lives have been anything but traditional. And after a lifetime following other people's dreams, Noor is determined not to back down. As Leena and Noor clash over every point on their to-do lists, it begins to look like there will be two weddings and only one bride. And when family secrets shake the women's bond further, will there even be a wedding at all?***Praise for Aliya Ali-Afzal: 'Uplifting and joyous... A refreshing new voice in commercial fiction' Cosmopolitan 'Warm, intelligent [...] and keeps up the tension right till the end' Sophie Kinsella 'A fresh take on domestic dynamics and moral dilemma' Clare Mackintosh 'I devoured this book' Sarah Pearse 'Tense, funny, poignant and very clever' Claire Douglas
The Love Interest
by Helen ComerfordA swoony, speculative and entirely electric YA debut with a humorous and satirical take on the conventions of the superhero-verse, for fans of Michelle Quach's Not Here To Be Liked and the Marvel Universe. Seventeen-year-old Jenna Ray has just been saved by the world's newest superhero, Blaze. And, in the eyes of the public, that means one thing: Jenna Ray has been cast as the Love Interest.No. Not happening. Not if Jenna has anything to say about it (even if Blaze is actually quite sweet and cute).But her plans to defy the HPA (the Heroics and Power Authority) and turn down this new role are thwarted when the Villains begin to take an interest in her and offer a life-changing proposition; become Blaze's Love Interest, while avoiding catching feelings for him, to uncover the HPA's secret plans and find her missing mum. To make matters even more complicated, just as Jenna starts to embrace her new-found career, she discovers she might be more on the side of the superheroes than she ever imagined …
The Summer Of Perfect Mistakes
by null Cynthia St. AubinWith an intoxicating mix of slow burn and spice comes a small town romance from the author of Nevermore Bookstore, which fans can't get enough of: 'This read sucked me in from the beginning. I loved every second of it.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From falling apart to falling in love No-one in Spring Valley recognises Lark Woodley anymore. They only remember who she used to be. But Lark knows that her once-perfect life wasn’t really perfect, and in one evening…she lost it. Now Lark’s trying to pick up the pieces. The only bright spot in her life is an art class taught by Nick Hoffman – the esoteric and unreasonably hot guy from high school. Suddenly Lark’s world is brightening up, from late-night apple pie with chocolate ice cream to an increasingly spicy situationship with Nick. But what she’s found comes with a ‘best before summer’s end’ expiration date. And Lark doesn’t know if she can ever truly let go of aiming for perfect. Perfect for fans of: 🏡 Small town romance 🌶️ Spicy ❤️ Second chance 🔥 Slow burn Readers love Cynthia St. Aubin: 'It was captivating from the first page and couldn’t put it down and I loved it! An absolute must read.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'There's angst, spice, and some wonderful turns of phrase dropped in so casually that their humour sneaks up on you and leaves you chuckling.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This read sucked me in from the beginning. I loved every second if it.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Phenomenal.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Just how I like it – good story and hot spice!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I literally finished it in one sitting. I couldn't get enough and thoroughly enjoyed every single second of it. 10/10 recommend.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Golf Is Hard
by null Andrew ‘Beef’ JohnstonOne of golf’s most popular and funny personalities reveals the ups and downs of a life playing the world’s most infuriating sport. ‘Even professional golfers hit bad shots. I guess that’s why it holds people like you and I in its grip. Because no matter how bad a day you’ve had out there, you always come back, don’t you? You always want to be better next time’. Professional golfer Andrew ‘Beef’ Johnston has played in the world’s biggest tournaments, won big money events, sunk monster putts, and been serenaded by fans from Kazakhstan to St Andrews, booming out his familiar nickname: ‘BEEEEEEEEF!’. On the downside, Beef has also duffed it, thinned it and shanked it like every single person who’s ever played the game. Because no matter who you are, golf can make you look like an idiot… From reflecting on his early years at his local pitch and putt to his stellar career playing against the best of the best on the greatest courses on the planet, Golf is Hard takes you inside the world of professional golf like no book before it, sharing side-splitting and painfully honest stories of life behind the scenes as a tour pro. What is Tiger Woods really like in the locker room? How did it feel to hit one of the worst shots in golf history in front of millions of viewers during The Open? And just how many clubs has Beef broken through fits of rage and frustration during his illustrious career? This is a book for everyone who has ever loved and loathed the game in equal measure but managed to see the funny side. After all, golf is really hard, so you might as well have a laugh about it along the way.
Gemini 2025: Your Personal Horoscope
by null Lars MellisYour complete one-volume guide to the year 2025. This fantastic and in-depth book includes month-by-month forecasts for every sign and all you need to know to find out what is in store for you in the year ahead. The only one-volume horoscope you’ll ever need. Your essential guide to love, life and career success in 2025. This popular, complete one-volume guide contains all you need to know about your personal horoscope for the year 2025. Be prepared for the forthcoming year with monthly predictions for your own sign and discover how to maximise your opportunities and potential to make the most of 2025. This bestselling astrological guide contains: A personality profile for each sign A forecast for the year ahead – what you can expect in terms of wealth, home, health, social and love life A month-by-month forecast of your best days and worst days – the ideal days to attract love, money or success, and when it’s better to just stay in bed!
Virgo 2025: Your Personal Horoscope
by null Lars MellisYour complete one-volume guide to the year 2025. This fantastic and in-depth book includes month-by-month forecasts for every sign and all you need to know to find out what is in store for you in the year ahead. The only one-volume horoscope you’ll ever need. Your essential guide to love, life and career success in 2025. This popular, complete one-volume guide contains all you need to know about your personal horoscope for the year 2025. Be prepared for the forthcoming year with monthly predictions for your own sign and discover how to maximise your opportunities and potential to make the most of 2025. This bestselling astrological guide contains: A personality profile for each sign A forecast for the year ahead – what you can expect in terms of wealth, home, health, social and love life A month-by-month forecast of your best days and worst days – the ideal days to attract love, money or success, and when it’s better to just stay in bed!
Pisces 2025: Your Personal Horoscope
by null Lars MellisYour complete one-volume guide to the year 2025. This fantastic and in-depth book includes month-by-month forecasts for every sign and all you need to know to find out what is in store for you in the year ahead. The only one-volume horoscope you’ll ever need. Your essential guide to love, life and career success in 2025. This popular, complete one-volume guide contains all you need to know about your personal horoscope for the year 2025. Be prepared for the forthcoming year with monthly predictions for your own sign and discover how to maximise your opportunities and potential to make the most of 2025. This bestselling astrological guide contains: A personality profile for each sign A forecast for the year ahead – what you can expect in terms of wealth, home, health, social and love life A month-by-month forecast of your best days and worst days – the ideal days to attract love, money or success, and when it’s better to just stay in bed!
We Could Be Heroes
by null PJ EllisReal love is nothing like the movies. BIRMINGHAM, 2024. When American actor Patrick arrives in England, finding love is the last thing on his mind. Starring in a blockbuster superhero movie, he’s on a strict filming schedule, which does not include coming out as gay. But when Patrick meets Will – a local bookseller and drag performer, whose charm is impossible to resist – the temptation for a secret romance has never felt stronger. NEW YORK, 1949. Comic-book artists Charles and Iris aren’t like other married couples. They too are harbouring secrets of a dangerous nature. But together, they are creating a new kind of hero – one who is destined to bring Patrick and Will together… and might just change the world.
The Little Book of Sanuk: The Thai Secret to a More Joyful Life
by null Karen SinotokWe all need a little more sanuk in our lives Sanuk is a Thai concept that can loosely be translated as meaning ‘fun’. Though sanuk is in fact much more than that; it’s about achieving pleasure and joy in all aspects of life. For Thai people, if it’s not sanuk, it’s not worth doing. Thai people believe that it’s the little things that add up to a joyful life. Whether it’s raising happy kids, enjoying a quick chat with your neighbour or having a laugh with friends, they try to bring a sense of joy into their daily routines. This easygoing, fun-loving way of life is why Thailand is often called The Land of Smiles. But how can we learn to prioritise this sense of fun and pleasure in our own lives? With recent clinical studies showing a clear link between a person’s outlook on life and their health, a mindset of optimism and positivity has obvious benefits. Being a glass half full kind of person doesn’t just help us live longer, it helps us live better. Embracing sanuk and approaching life a glass-half-full attitude can make you happier, healthier and more productive – and this book will show you how.