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Allow yourself to be immersed in the essence of the present moment, where time dissolves, and small revelations of wisdom unfold through 60 timeless stories. If you are looking for mental refuge and a fresh oasis of relaxation, this book offers an ideal companion through narratives steeped in wisdom, where each story extends an invitation to understand and savor the simple joys of life. Characters of all kinds populate the stories, with their virtues and flaws. At times, they grapple with challenging puzzles or curious riddles; the conclusions are often surprising. The titles of some ...

Al Qaeda did not stop after 9/11. Its reign of terror continued with bombings and mayhem across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. But its frustration grew as the group failed to fundamentally undermine America and its allies. Five years later the time was ripe for another spectacular mega-plot. Fresh from masterminding the London Underground carnage, one veteran operative set in motion a new operation to destroy passenger aircraft over the Atlantic Ocean - and kill thousands of people in the process.

Atsuko es feliz en la pequeña granja con la que siempre ha soñado. Su negocio va bien y pronto necesitará contratar ayuda. Cuando su marido aceptó dejar la ciudad para compartir con su familia esta vida en el campo que no es propia de él, ella supo reconocer los sacrificios que le costó. Pero un amigo que resurge del pasado también la confronta con otras opciones: Atsuko tendrá que ordenar su existencia y sus deseos, tan enredados como un bosque de bambú abandonado.

A personal recount by Aki Ashe, author, designer, and image consultant, about the impact "dressing for success" can have in your life, when it comes to accomplishing your goals. It's all about dressing for the part and living up to those high standards. In this audiobook you will learn how to dress from detailed explanations and tutorials.

Discover art that is beautiful and bloodthirsty. A bedroom fan that sings with wicked messages. A cursed trailer that twists and flips a stereotype into something darkly humorous. Ghosts that ride a time-travelling Ferris wheel. Cursed Ink that seduces and betrays. These are just a few of the delights awaiting you...This is Book 1 in the Horror Lite Anthologies 3-book series. Enjoy the full set!

Question your typical perception. See beyond the normal you know. Step into divergent realms. Let this anthology of new and original short stories show you the fantastic and futuristic through a new lens. A struggling father discovers why his autistic daughter becomes consumed with a virtual reality simulator in the wake of her mother’s death. An android who can’t stop ruminating about her consciousness being trapped inside a machine for all eternity confronts her worst fear to stop a sentient AI.

A personal recount by CEO Aki Ashe of Brooklyn United Ties, about the impact "dressing for success" can have in your life, when it comes to accomplishing your goals. It's all about dressing for the part and living up to those high standards.

Mitsuko tiene una librería de lance especializada en obras filosóficas. Allí pasa los días serenamente con su madre y Tarô, su hijo sordomudo. Cada viernes por la noche, sin embargo, se convierte en camarera en un bar de alterne de alta gama. Este trabajo le permite asegurarse su independencia económica, y aprecia sus charlas con los intelectuales que frecuentan el establecimiento.

En las páginas de Azami, la primera novela de una pentalogía, Aki Shimazaki habla de una familia como muchas otras, retratando sentimientos íntimos, relaciones rotas vividas en las sombras y mentiras. Mitsuo Kawano, de treinta y seis años, divide su tiempo entre su familia y su trabajo como redactor en una revista de actualidad, y para compensar la inexistente vida sexual con Atsuko, la madre de sus hijos, frecuenta un lujoso club. Allí, se encontrará con la hermosa y misteriosa Mitsuko, excompañera de clase, que fue su primer amor secreto.

Maïmaï, el caracol de Tarô, es la esperada quinta parte de la pentalogía La sombra del cardo, una de las series más exitosas de la literatura japonesa de las últimas décadas. La repentina muerte de la atractiva Mitsuko Tsuji sorprende a todos, incluidos los clientes de su librería, Kitô. Cuando llegan visitantes para presentar sus últimos respetos, Tarô, el hijo sordomudo de Mitsuko, está preocupado por ciertos detalles de su historia familiar.

La autora de la aclamada Luna llena aborda las complejas relaciones entre dos hermanas. Anzu acaba de modelar y hornear un delicado jarrón de arcilla. Está satisfecha, lo exhibirá en su próxima exposición, y, como su forma le recuerda la de una campanilla, lo llama Suzuran. Porque Anzu es una joven y reputada ceramista consagrada al mundo de la loza tradicional japonesa. Está divorciada, vive con su hijo preadolescente y, por más que le insistan sus amigas, no quiere volver a enamorarse.

After a rough start, Sam Kerr settles into playing soccer for the Knights. But there’s so much to learn – new rules and positions and strategies.... Lately, it seems like soccer is the only thing she can think about.

Aliyah is back from Rio de Janeiro after being an exchange student from the U.S. Her experience led her to shocking, verifiable and undeniable truths. The story brings a glimpse of light to various possibilities that will speak to the soul of the listener.

Aliyah is a young woman with her heart in her hands who seeks to taste a bit of the various Christian denominations. Is Aliyah in the Land of Oz or is she bewildered by one truth or by a collective truth? Aliyah: What is Truth? is the first part of a two-part short story series that brings a glimpse of light to various possibilities that will speak to the soul of the listener.

Science-book of the Year now available as an updated international English edition! "The Age of Energy is analytical, carefully argued and realistic, but also innovative and inspiring book on the greatest challenges our planet is facing. Societies are forced to make difficult choices and compromises to solve the predicaments we are facing. The only sustainable basis for those decisions is diverse, evidence-based information and knowledge. This book has distilled an enormous amount of this information into a very readable form. The importance of the subject matters cannot be overemphasised. ...

Kyôko est une jeune femme à qui tout réussit : elle est brillante, sa carrière de secrétaire de direction semble se dessiner sans ombrage. Elle plaît aux hommes et jouit de leurs désirs sans jamais consentir à l’engagement, malgré les injonctions de ses parents. Avec son nouveau patron, charmant, elle entame une relation où s’intriquent l’intime et le travail.

Are you happy? That is the question of the century. Join us on a journey of love, laughter and a few tears as we share our own stories and yours, of trial and triumph. Hopefully, together we can discover what "true happiness" can/does look like. Be brave. Be Vulnerable. Find Joy. Your Story Matters! This is a new podcast that will allow you to share your own story. Do you have a story that you think might help other people? Please share it with us! Reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or email so we can give you the opportunity to share your story.New Episodes will be released every two weeks...

Hello everyone. This series is for Japanese learners who want to listen to a story in Japanese. You are provided with stories from a variety of short films ranging from animation, music video, commercial videos to silent movies. Stories are told in easy Japanese so, it is ideal for learners at a beginning level onward. To find out more, please visit www.letslearnjapanesewithmovies.com. You will find links to the films and the transcripts of each episode there, too. See you soon! Theme music: Garret Bevins at Free Click

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Anzu est céramiste. Elle habite seule avec son fils depuis son divorce et ne souhaite pas se remarier. Elle s’épanouit pleinement dans un quotidien calme rythmé par la pratique de son art. Sa douceur naturelle est à l’image de sa vie, dans une petite ville au bord de la mer du Japon et au pied du mont Daisen. Sa sœur aînée, célibataire et séductrice impénitente qui vient de se fiancer, annonce qu’elle viendra de Tokyo présenter à sa famille l’heureux élu.