The first authoritative biography of the Dalai Lama—a story by turns inspiring and shocking—from an acclaimed Tibetan scholar with exceptional access to his subject. The Dalai Lama's message of peace and compassion resonates with people of all faiths and none. Yet, for all his worldwide fame, he remains personally elusive. At last Alexander Norman—acclaimed Oxford-trained scholar of the history of Tibet—delivers the definitive, unique, unforgettable biography. The Dalai Lama recounts an astonishing odyssey from isolated Tibetan village to worldwide standing as spiritual and political leader of one of the world's most profound and complex cultural traditions. Norman reveals that, while the Dalai Lama has never been comfortable with his political position, he has been a canny player—at one time CIA-backed—who has maneuvered amidst pervasive violence, including placing himself at the center of a dangerous... Views: 155
When he opens his door after a long day of teaching, Jason Harrington finds his apartment has been ravaged. Drug paraphernalia litters his bedroom. Then the phone rings. What he hears chills him to the core, and sends him into hiding with little more than fear and a 72-hour kit. Framed for unspeakable crimes, Jason turns to the only person that may be able to help—an ex-girlfriend he has not seen in years. As the police net around the city tightens, and a foreign assassin draws closer, Jason realizes that the only way he can clear his name and survive is to hunt the hunter. Author Jeff Downs delivers nonstop action wrapped in spine-tingling suspense in this story of an ordinary man thrown into a maelstrom of misunderstanding—a man whose heroic efforts are fueled by desperation, love, and faith. Views: 155
Corey has finally dug himself into a hole so deep, even he can't see a way out. His only goal now is to see the rough patch through, that is until Bella Stevenson waltzes into his life and knocks him on his ass. Figuratively and literally. Now, there's nothing he wouldn't do to prove to her that his wild days are a thing of his past, but he might just need some of his rebellious ways if he expects to keep what he's finally found.Bella doesn't know why she's chosen to stay in the small town of Fairplay, Texas after her aunt's funeral. But, she's never been one to back out of a situation, especially after running into one of the most headstrong and sexiest cowboys she's ever met. Views: 155
John Mannering (aka 'The Baron') is a retired jewel thief who now runs a respectable antique business in London's Mayfair. His curiosity is aroused when he is invited to Hong Kong by a dealer to view a unique exhibition of Chinese art, but is even more astounded by the lengths someone is prepared to go to so as to prevent him attending. Views: 154
This one-of-a-kind book shares intimate personal stories of porn performers "coming out" to family, friends, partners, lovers, and community. The contributors represent a wide range of races, ethnicities, and genders. They include Joanna Angel, Annie Sprinkle, Betty Blac, Nina Hartley, Candida Royalle, Conner Habib, Dale Cooper, Christopher Zeischegg, Cindy Gallop, Drew DeVeaux, Erika Lust, Gala Vanting, Casey Calvert, Lorelei Lee, Stoya, Ignacio Rivera AKA Papí Coxxx, and many others. Jiz Lee is a veteran porn performer who had worked in over two-hundred projects within indie, queer, and hardcore gonzo adult genres. Lee is the editor of Coming Out Like a Porn Star, and co-editor of the Porn Studies Journal Special Issue: Porn and Labour. Views: 154
Private Investigator
Callie Justice wants nothing to do with a client who she suspects is
lying right to her face, but when that lie turns deadly, Callie is
compelled to do what she does best ... seek justice. It should be easy, since the victim practically predicted her own death and all the clues point to one person ... or do they? Aided
by her hunky robotic housekeeper who spends most of his time avoiding
his household duties and her elderly amateur sleuth neighbors, Callie
soon finds herself navigating a sea of lies in a twisty plot where no
one can be trusted. Views: 154
Singathology: 50 New Works by Celebrated Singaporean Writers is a stunning collection of original Singapore literature. The first of its kind, this two-volume anthology comprises 50 specially commissioned new works from past winners of the prestigious Cultural Medallion or Young Artist Award. Conceived as a celebration of Singapore literature to launch on the year of the nation's jubilee, this anthology illustrates the richness and diversity of the island nation's creative spirit. Traversing generations and genres, readers will encounter poetry, prose, comics and plays. Pieces written in mother tongue languages of Chinese, Tamil and Malay will be included in their original form, but will be accompanied by their English translations. These translations will ensure that, uniquely, many important literary voices will be heard in English for the first time. Edited by the literary expert, Dr Gwee Li Sui, Singathology is one of the most wide-ranging and important collections of... Views: 154
That Belgium is now one of the European kingdoms, living by its own laws, resting on its own bottom, with a king and court, palaces and parliament of its own, is known to all the world. And a very nice little kingdom it is; full of old towns, fine Flemish pictures, and interesting Gothic churches. But in the memory of very many of us who do not think ourselves old men, Belgium, as it is now called—in those days it used to be Flanders and Brabant—was a part of Holland; and it obtained its own independence by a revolution. In that revolution the most important military step was the siege of Antwerp, which was defended on the part of the Dutch by General Chassé, with the utmost gallantry, but nevertheless ineffectually. Views: 154
Julian Stanford has a plan:1. Steal the duchess and make her confess that her husband killed for a title.2. Reclaim the title "Earl of Linden".Everything is fine until Julian steals the wrong sister. Now it's time for a new strategy. Alexandria Templeton is a hopeless wallflower. With Julian's care and nurturing, he's certain she will blossom into a real beauty. She will also be a great asset to him while trying to find evidence against his cousin for killing Julian's father and brother. Disaster threatens his well-thought-out plan, but also it threatens to destroy his heart. Views: 154
The dry, wide plains of the high desert are a mirror to the barren places in Jean McAllister's heart. With a new home in southern Colorado, and an ideal job as a Deputy County Attorney, she hopes to overcome a painful past.Jean meets the dedicated yet charming Sheriff Lea Hawkins when she defends the Sheriff's Office in a lawsuit. Just as Jean begins to wonder if love can thrive in the desert, the murder of a colleague shatters her cautious happiness and casts doubt over everyone, including Lea.Caught between a scorched past and the dangerous heat that Lea awakens, can Jean find the truth and save their chance for a future together? Views: 154
The Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch have earned a hard-won break after another eventful year in the dark and dangerous shifter world. In this sweet, sentimental, and sexy Christmas story, you’ll get to see new characters take center stage and relationships evolve. Has the big, bad alpha’s mate finally taught him to delegate? Has the wounded warrior learned to let go of the past? And the leading she-wolf of the clan — how is she getting along in her new life with her once-forbidden mate? While some couples are busy steamings things up with a whole new meaning of “nap time,” others are rapt in promising visions of the future, and even the family grinch doesn’t leave the “merry” out of Christmas this time around. Views: 154
Tania Clinton left her small hometown of Sweet Lily, Texas shortly after her graduation day with the intent to never return. Her mother had gone on to be with the Lord, leaving her and her baby sister, Naomi, in the hands of their eldest sister, Mona. Things between Tania and Mona weren't great (to say the least), but Tania had finally moved on…or so she thought.After receiving an invitation to Naomi's wedding, memories of why she left began to haunt Tania. Why was this happening? Had Tania truly forgiven Mona or had she simply tucked those memories in the back of her mind? Will one trip home undo countless acts of cruelty? This story of redemption begs the honest question: How long does it take to forgive? Views: 154
The Door of the Dead is open, and Macy hones her newfound powers destroying the ghosts who emerge. However, when she meets a ghost who reminds her of her dead brother, Macy decides to spare him. While Dominick and his friends try to find a way to close the Door, Macy's dangerous friendship grows stronger. Ultimately, everyone must decide what secrets are worth keeping, and what price they are willing to pay for them. Forests of the Night is Book #2 from The Haunting of Grey Hills, an EPIC Press series. Views: 153
