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Ava is a tribute to a legendary life. Authors Kendra Bean and Anthony Uzarowski take a closer look at the Academy Award-nominated actress' life and famous screen roles. They also shed new light on the creation and maintenance of her glamorous image, her marriages, and friendships with famous figures such as Ernest Hemingway, John Huston, and Tennessee Williams.

Suppose you could have saved your marriages? But you didn't know where to start. If that's you, than this could be the most important audiobook you ever listen to. You could cut the tension in your home with a knife. You love your spouse, and they love you. You've been married for years, and at one time happily. But now it's just a memory; and you can't believe this is happening to YOU.

Congressional investigations and hearings have been foundational to the checks and balances of the American political system’s three branches of government since the Second Congress requested documents about a military defeat from President George Washington. This book provides a deeply researched history of America through 21 of the most significant Congressional and Senate investigations, covering war, corruption, bigotry, scandal, crime, public safety, policy failures and scandal. The investigations covered include racism and corruption in the Civil War, the Reconstruction Era domestic...

Church Hurt: The 6-Part Series" is an emotionally charged drama-docuseries created by Meosha Bean, exploring the deep-seated emotional and spiritual trauma inflicted by institutionalized religion. Inspired by Bean's personal loss of a loved one to the devastating effects of "Church Hurt," the series aims to shed light on the often-overlooked wounds within faith communities. Through a blend of personal stories, expert insights, and cinematic storytelling, each episode seeks to foster dialogue, promote healing, and inspire positive change within the Christian community and beyond. Hosted on ...

Palestine: A Socialist Introduction systematically tackles a number of important aspects of the Palestinian struggle for liberation, contextualizing it in an increasingly polarized world and offering a socialist perspective on how full liberation can be won.

"The Psychology of My Hero Academia" delves into the intricate world of the popular anime and manga series, offering a comprehensive exploration of the psychological themes and character dynamics that make it so captivating. This insightful book combines in-depth analysis with psychological research, providing listeners with a fresh perspective on the beloved series.

Integrating Geek Culture into Therapeutic Practice: The Clinician's Guide to Geek Therapy, the 2nd Edition, is a comprehensive compendium of how Geek Therapy clinicians and scholars currently use a variety of games, media artifacts, and other geek culture items in therapeutic context and intervention. Even more important, the authors within this book are currently at the forefront of their research fields and are accordingly considered experts within the growing field of Geek Therapy clinical practice.

‘RISE ABOVE IT’ by Bill Bean begins with Bill’s profoundly moving personal story set against the backdrop of demons, angels, and faith. Bill shares his harrowing journey of suffering and redemption. Bill Bean’s writing is evocative, capturing stark realities while highlighting profound resilience. Vividly relatable. Full of stories of inspiration. A testament to the unyielding strength of human faith and endurance. This book is a must read, not only for its storytelling brilliance, but for its deep exploration of often unheard knowledge, history, stories, and voices. It explores the...

In Fail Fast, Learn Faster: Lessons in Data-Driven Leadership in an Age of Disruption, Big Data, and AI, Fortune 1000 strategic advisor, noted author, and distinguished thought leader Randy Bean tells the story of the rise of Big Data and its business impact-its disruptive power, the cultural challenges to becoming data-driven, the importance of data ethics, and the future of data-driven AI.

Integrating Geek Culture into Therapeutic Practice: The Clinician's Guide to Geek Therapy is a comprehensive compendium of how Geek Therapy clinicians and scholars currently use a variety of games, media artifacts, and other geek culture items in therapeutic context and intervention. Even more important, the authors within this book are currently at the forefront of their research fields and are accordingly considered experts within the growing field of Geek Therapy clinical practice.

Thanks to his invention of Sweet Farts, the tablets that cancel even the most ripe and pungent fart smells, Keith has become the center of all kinds of attention he doesn’t want. His kid sister has turned into a farting maniac, and his parents blame him. His so-called best friends torture him at school with nicknames like “S.B.D.” (for Silent But Deadly) and try to humiliate him every chance they get. The principal wants to know what Keith’s next brilliant invention will be.

Dive deep into the intricate minds of The Witcher's characters and explore the fascinating intersection of psychology and fantasy in "The Psychology of The Witcher." Uncover the secrets behind the complex motivations and behaviors of Geralt of Rivia, Yennefer of Vengerberg, and other iconic characters in this captivating exploration of the acclaimed fantasy series.

Justin's last few days of summer are quickly vanishing. His mom is in full blown back to school mode, and he can’t do anything to stop it. Over the final forty eight hours of summer he’s been dragged shopping for shoes, clothes, and worst all, school supplies. The first three days of school only get worse when he loses his pet snake, all the money in his savings account, and nearly his own life. Oh, and he has the meanest teacher in the whole school, Mrs. Cliff. She’s been around so long she taught his dad when he was a kid. The thought of spending a whole school year in her class ...

A Practical Guide to Speaking Prophetic Words Over Your Life Many Christians depend on others to deliver prophetic words from the Lord, hoping that the person prophesying will help direct their destinies or shape their identities. But what if you could hear God personally and learn to prophesy over yourself? In this powerful, engaging book, Betsy Jacobs brings you into prophetic encounters where you will hear God’s voice and learn to prophesy what He is saying about you. You don’t have to wait for someone else to give you a prophetic word. As you begin to hear God’s voice and speak ...

After spending 10 years and thousands of dollars for psychoanalysis, actor Orson Bean was divorced, depressed, and dissatisfied with life. Then he discovered medical orgone therapy, a unique method of treatment developed by Wilhelm Reich, M.D. This therapy is centered on the concept that sexual feelings must be integrated with tender feelings of love for an individual in order to achieve complete sexual satisfaction.

Castle Heights is an ordinary looking London tower block...from the outside. But within the drab walls, things aren’t quite so innocent…or safe. Experience the disturbing events which take place on one fateful night as 18 writers bring you 18 stories–one set on each floor. From monsters to killers, the supernatural to the bizarre, these interlinked tales will have you desperate for escape as you make your way up Castle Heights from the ground floor.

With all the buzz geek culture receives, you would think it would be easy for parents to look up how to connect through their kids’ geeky interests, but it is more trying than ever. It is not a secret that keeping up with your children can be a challenge. You work hard, make sacrifices, and try to relate to your kids, but it can be an uphill battle when their interests, opinions, and habits change like the seasons. Relating to geeks, though, can be even harder.

The Second World War ended over 75 years ago, and the number of men and women who lived through it is rapidly dwindling. But its legacy casts a long shadow, and the memories of those who experienced the conflict left both powerful stories and often a complex inheritance behind for their children and grandchildren. In this series, Sean Bean investigates how the trauma of profound wartime experiences - whether spoken or unspoken - can be transferred down through subsequent generations.

The astronaut who landed on the moon in November 1969 and also lived and worked in Skylab in 1973 tells about his past and present life, which is devoted to painting scenes from the American experience in space.

The School Is A Nightmare books are fast paced, have quick chapters (we promise), and are shorter than the average book (you’re welcome). Justin’s first week of school was a complete nightmare, and he’s thankful it’s over. He may not be a fan of school, but he’s a huge fan of field trips. It’s finally the day of the first school trip of the year. All week he’s been looking forward to pumping his fist so truckers will honk their horns, sneaking loads of candy, and having a fun day off. It’s only the second week of school, but he’s already exhausted and needs a break. ...