A Journey of Healing, Courage, and Compassion Through the Eyes of an Adoptee

What happens when your search for belonging leads to both love and heartbreak?

In The Adopted Nurse: A Memoir of Courage, Compassion, and Hope, Dr. Lisa Astalos Chism, a devoted nurse and adoptee, weaves together her personal story of love, loss, and self-discovery. From growing up with loving adoptive parents to reuniting with her birth father through DNA technology, Dr. Chism shares the emotional highs and devastating lows of her search for identity.

In this book, you will:

• Explore the complex emotions of gratitude and grief as an adoptee.
• Understand healing through self-love, acceptance, and resilience in the face of trauma.
• Discover the power of compassion—for yourself and others—as a tool for healing.
• Learn about practical techniques for processing trauma and rejection.
• Be inspired to find courage and confidence despite facing abandonment and loss.

The Adopted Nurse reveals the profound impact of adoption, trauma, and healing on both personal and professional levels.

Anna Dahlberg grew up eating dinner under her father’s war-trophy portrait of Eva Braun.

Fifty years after the war, she discovers what he never did—that her mother and Hitler’s mistress were friends.

The secret surfaces with a mysterious monogrammed handkerchief, and a man, Hannes Ritter, whose Third Reich family history is entwined with Anna’s.

Plunged into the world of the “ordinary” Munich girl who was her mother’s confidante—and a tyrant’s lover—Anna finds her every belief about right and wrong challenged. With Hannes’s help, she retraces the path of two women who met as teenagers, shared a friendship that spanned the years that Eva Braun was Hitler’s mistress, yet never knew that the men they loved had opposing ambitions.

Eva’s story reveals that she never joined the Nazi party, had Jewish friends, and was credited at the Nuremberg Trials with saving 35,000 Allied lives. As Anna's journey leads back through the treacherous years in wartime Germany, it uncovers long-buried secrets and unknown reaches of her heart to reveal the enduring power of love in the legacies that always outlast war.

Ever find yourself struggling with self-doubt, low self-worth, or repeated emotional patterns that seem rooted deep in your past?

Are feelings such as "I'm not good enough," "I don't deserve love," "Success isn't for me," "I'm a burden," and "I can't change" taking over your life?

If this sounds familiar, then this book is for you.

Many of us are on autopilot throughout the day, not realizing the subconscious self-sabotaging beliefs we carry from our childhood and how they affect our every-day adult lives. If your past feels like it’s controlling your present, you’re not alone. Low self-esteem, anxiety, and even physical dis-ease are just some of the many ailments we may experience due to unresolved trauma.

Jenna Volkova understands firsthand the challenges of reconnecting with the wounded parts of ourselves. Through her own inner child healing journey, years of research into emotional healing, and a background in hypnotherapy, she has meticulously crafted a transformative guide to empower readers to break free from negative cycles, heal childhood wounds, and rediscover their authentic selves. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their lives and is now sharing those methods with you in The Practical Guide to Healing Your Inner Child.

In this book, you will discover:

• 11 impactful exercises to help heal your inner child
• Techniques to break free from negative emotional cycles
• How to rebuild your self-worth from the ground up
• How to cultivate self-compassion and let go of self-criticism
• Effective tools to stop self-sabotage
• Strategies to overcome emotional blockages
• How to recognize and break toxic patterns in your relationships
• How to overcome the cycle of generational trauma

And so much more!

If you’re ready to break free from the past and reclaim your emotional health for a brighter and happier future, then this book is for you.

Remember, you don’t need years of therapy! With consistent practice, the exercises in this book will help you see progress instantly.

Get your copy TODAY!

At the height of the Cold War, Roy Chisolm arrives at the edge of the free world.

An idealist in less-than-ideal times, Chisolm’s military orders have taken him to the Bunker, an underground fortress in West Germany where intelligence and war footing operations convene. Within the impenetrable concrete walls, he finds a complete lack of military protocol, a total disregard for the stakes of the game, and a life of soul-crushing absurdity.

Under constant threat of Russian annihilation, those assigned to the Bunker grapple with the inescapable futility of their posting. Chisolm struggles to maintain his moral compass in the face of disturbing apathy and chaos. But even as he plots his escape, he begins to form enigmatic bonds with his fellow warriors—and a romance outside the Bunker walls—unearthing a new understanding of trust, conviction, and love.

Inspired by true events, Bunker Mentality is Joseph Heller’s Catch-22 meets David Graeber’s Bullshit Jobs, exploring the meaning of war, morality, madness, honor, and courage in a world of utter insanity.

I was never going to write my story. But God had other plans for me.

During one long weekend, with pen in hand, words kept falling from the sky and I kept writing. I caught every word, almost, and when I looked down at the end of four or five days, I had written a book. Well, God had written a book. I had just taken notes.

This is that book.

The original version did not include my personal story which was raw, real, and relevant.

In this updated and expanded version, I communicate my testimony to show how God worked miracles in my life.

It was not an easy decision to make. I had my own concerns about conveying my personal story.

But I set them aside and am doing what God had originally intended at the outset of this life-changing work.

Just write it down and share it with others.

"A great evil will be coming back into the world... and in two weeks' time, it will rain chocolate."

Enter the life of Jek - a humble lighthouse steward on the southern coast of Jast-Madiir. Along with his wife (whose name is Aaliyah… or was it Audrey?), Jek must daily meet the expectations of an iron-fisted dictatorship, a global dragon-Inquisition, and a clerical order of flying jellyfish-like creatures churning out new surveys at a dizzying pace. All-in-all, a fairly predictable tedium. But when any little demerit on his next inspection could cost him his life, it can be hard sometimes to keep from stressing out!

Of course, if Jek knew half the things at play just beyond his sleepy shores, he would be very stressed indeed. Neighboring Tophthaera is reeling under the Twin Queens’ civil war. To the north, insurrection threatens to claim the island of Maenea for the cause of “Free-Dome” – a very strange and unsettling new ideology. Even the stable nations must decide how to deal with the recent, accidental discovery of magic. And all the while, the threat of Onyxadon’s inevitable return clouds every counsel. Only the strength and wisdom of the Grand Inquisitor would seem adequate to avail against these many calamities. But he has been dormant for seventy-five years now.

Jek is, at best, dimly aware of such things… and perhaps better suited than anyone to be an ineffectual bystander anyway. But those luxuries are burst quite suddenly when he meets a crotchety old sailor man, only to be swept into a hair-brained Noble Quest to find the Knights of the Indigo Lodge, expose a secret Doom Fleet, and unravel the dreaded mystery of Proconsul Zedulon’s infamous “Chocolate Prophecy.”

Tired of Living Paycheck to Paycheck?
Take Control of Your Finances and Secure Your Future!

In Financially Fit For Duty: A Military Member’s Guide to Money Management, gain essential financial knowledge tailored specifically for service members, with clear, actionable advice that breaks down complex topics into manageable steps.

In this book, you will:

• Discover various ways to make money and understand how each is classified.
• Learn about different types of accounts and their best uses.
• Master budgeting and learn what expenses to plan for.
• Understand different types of loans and debts, and how to manage them effectively.
• Explore multiple strategies for planning a secure financial future.

Financially Fit For Duty empowers military members with practical financial tools and knowledge to get ahead. It helps you learn about money management at your own pace, without fear of judgment or criticism.

Don’t let money stress hold you back any longer. Read Financially Fit For Duty and get your finances in line today!

A debut novel full of magic, adventure, and romance, The Book of Doors opens up a thrilling world of contemporary fantasy for readers of The Midnight Library, The Invisible Life of Addie Larue, The Night Circus, and any modern story that mixes the wonder of the unknown with just a tinge of darkness.

Cassie Andrews works in a New York City bookshop, shelving books, making coffee for customers, and living an unassuming, ordinary life. Until the day one of her favorite customers—a lonely yet charming old man—dies right in front of her. Cassie is devastated. She always loved his stories, and now she has nothing to remember him by. Nothing but the last book he was reading.  

But this is no ordinary book…

It is the Book of Doors. 

Inscribed with enigmatic words and mysterious drawings, it promises Cassie that any door is every door. You just need to know how to open them.

Then she’s approached by a gaunt stranger in a rumpled black suit with a Scottish brogue who calls himself Drummond Fox. He’s a librarian who keeps watch over a unique set of rare volumes. The tome now in Cassie’s possession is not the only book with great power, but it is the one most coveted by those who collect them.

Now Cassie is being hunted by those few who know of the Special Books. With only her roommate Izzy to confide in, she has to decide if she will help the mysterious and haunted Drummond protect the Book of Doors—and the other books in his secret library’s care—from those who will do evil. Because only Drummond knows where the unique library is and only Cassie’s book can get them there. 

But there are those willing to kill to obtain those secrets. And a dark force—in the form of a shadowy, sadistic woman—is at the very top of that list.

Ashlynn Mosier’s instincts have always driven her. Will they get her killed when they push her toward a danger she can’t comprehend?

Ash just wants to finish her degree and head out to explore history’s mysteries with her adopted sister. She didn’t expect sparks to fly when she became a teaching assistant for the devastatingly sexy and enigmatic history professor, Luca Romano.

Things seem to be falling into place, but fate has other plans in store for Ash.

When vampires attack her, Ash discovers there’s a hidden supernatural world. Now there’s no going back. Every instinct drives her toward Luca—but he’s keeping a secret that could get them killed.

Ash also has secrets, and one is determined to surface.

When her instincts urge her to do the impossible, can Ash reconcile her old and new realities in time to keep the people she loves alive?

Included in this complete series boxed set:

1. The Dark Professor
2. The Therian Prince
3. The Vampire Queen
4. The Hybrid Sovereign
5. The Therian Alliance

Grab your copy and dive into this steamy, action-packed urban fantasy series today!

"an engrossing and thought-provoking read that will linger with the reader long after the final page" ~ The Feathered Quill.

Based on the true story of a couple torn apart during World War II, The Electrician and the Seamstress is a beautiful tale of resilience, courage, and love.

Germany, 1936. Bruno, an electrician, and Karla, a seamstress, forge a powerful love amid the rise of the Nazi Party and Hitler’s ascent to power. Staunch opponents of the Nazi ideology, they live in perpetual apprehension as they risk being labeled dissidents, navigating a complex negotiation between moral principles and self-preservation. As World War II breaks out, Bruno faces a profound internal struggle when he is drafted into service, and he is eventually captured by the Russians and imprisoned in Siberia. His nearly two-year journey back to war-ravaged Germany reveals the devastating aftermath, with his city in ruins and family displaced.

Meanwhile, Karla, at home facing nightly bombings, struggles to raise their two young children and is forced into helping the Nazis. Through these tumultuous times, Karla and Bruno’s unwavering love becomes a testament to human strength and endurance amid adversity. Part of the Timeless Legacy series, The Electrician and the Seamstress is based on the true story of the author’s own grandparents.

Is your organization struggling with disengaged employees and failing change initiatives?

Discover how to smartsize your organization and unlock its full potential.

SMARTSIZE YOUR ORGANIZATION FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE delves into the critical reasons why most change management projects fail and offers an innovative, time-tested approach to transforming your organization. Drawing on decades of experience, the author explores how mismanagement, financial capitalism, globalization, and technological changes have alienated the workforce, leading to a staggering $787 billion in lost productivity annually. This book reveals how you can reverse this trend by proactively shaping your workplace environment and cultivating a culture that supports resilience, engagement, and continuous improvement.

In this book, you will learn to:

• Understand why most change management projects fail and how to achieve successful outcomes.
• Empower employees to drive change, boosting trust, morale, and organizational performance.
• Create a benevolent workplace environment that enhances employee engagement and loyalty.
• Align employee decision-making with customer expectations to improve profitability.
• Adapt management practices for the future, especially in the age of AI and creative-intensive work.

SMARTSIZE YOUR ORGANIZATION FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE equips you with the tools to reshape your organization and drive sustainable success. It provides actionable insights to cultivate a thriving, high-performance culture.

Start your journey to optimal organizational performance today—transform your workplace into a powerhouse of productivity and engagement.

Want to Boost Employee Loyalty and Productivity?
Unlock the power of high-impact, well-designed benefits—because a thriving workforce drives success.

In Unlocking Employee Well-Being: A Comprehensive Guide to Optimising Group Medical and Life Benefits, Corey Williams, a trusted adviser with SwainWoodham Group, shares proven strategies for creating impactful benefits programmes that go beyond the basics. Designed for Kiwi business leaders and HR professionals, this guide provides actionable insights to help you customise benefits that match your company culture, boost employee satisfaction, and manage costs effectively.

In this book, you will:

• Learn the power of customising benefits programmes to fit your company’s unique culture and employee needs.
• Discover strategies for balancing cost management with providing valuable benefits.
• Understand the importance of a holistic approach to well-being, covering physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Master communication and education techniques to engage employees in their benefits.
• Embrace proactive health and wellness initiatives that promote prevention over cure.

Unlocking Employee Well-Being offers practical advice, real-world case studies, and innovative strategies to optimise your benefits programmes. It helps you create a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated.

Transform your approach to employee benefits and unlock your team’s full potential!

Loving yourself is the greatest adventure of all! In Me Being You, children are invited on a vibrant journey of self-discovery and friendship. This enchanting story encourages young readers to embrace their unique qualities and celebrate the magic within themselves.

This book teaches the importance of self-love, kindness, and understanding others. As children explore the themes of acceptance and joy, they’ll learn that their inner light can shine bright, not just for themselves but for their friends too!

His name is Mason Sharpe. Victims take heart—bad guys take cover.

Army veteran Mason Sharpe’s world is turned upside down when his beloved fiancée is killed in a random shooting. Struggling to cope with his grief, Sharpe instinctively heads for the North Carolina town where he and his bride had planned to honeymoon.

Alone on a beach, contemplating a future which now seems bleak and empty, he stares into the abyss. But then…

A body washes ashore. An investigation begins and the police quickly pronounce an accidental death. But Mason isn’t buying it. He believes the man was murdered and someone is trying to cover it up.

As Mason presses the point, it soon becomes clear that the locals want him gone - and they’re ready to use force to run him off.

But Mason isn’t the kind of man to be pushed around. He’ll deal with this problem the only way he knows: Point Blank.

Point Blank - book 1 of the superb Mason Sharpe action thriller series. Perfect for fans of Lee Child, Jason Kasper & David Archer.


What readers are saying about Point Blank:

“I absolutely loved this book and managed to read it in a day. It hits the ground running immediately… The term high-octane thriller is very apt for this book.” -Goodreads Reviewer

“… so full of action that you might lose some sleep as I did. But oh, it was so worth it. I highly recommend this to anyone that enjoys gritty action/adventure stories.” -Booksprout Reviewer

“I loved everything about this book. Mason is a complex character, at once intelligent, humble, compassionate, cocky, and inquisitive. He is just the kind of protagonist that makes a story enjoyable...” -Netgalley Reviewer

“Edge of your seat thrilling, heartbreaking and at times both. A stand out, can’t miss read... I know it will stay with me for a long time in the way that all great stories do.” -Goodreads Reviewer

“Mason Sharpe is the new Jack Reacher! I couldn't put the book down and when I did, I couldn't wait to pick it back up...” -Netgalley Reviewer

“… just the kind of protagonist that makes a story enjoyable and keeps me turning the pages to see what he does next. I’m looking forward to reading more Mason Sharpe adventures.” -Goodreads Reviewer

INTRODUCING FOUR GRIPPING PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLERS BY DANIEL HURST.

Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Mark Edwards and K L Slater.

What readers are saying about Daniel Hurst’s books:

“Loved this one, was hooked from the first page! There were some twists that I didn’t see coming and I love that!” –Netgalley Reviewer

“This book was wild and I enjoyed every second I was reading this! … full of twists and amazing turns that will have you guessing till the very end!” –Netgalley Reviewer

“I was immediately hooked from the moment I opened my Kindle. Suspenseful, twisted and thoroughly entertaining” -Netgalley Reviewer

IN THIS FOUR-BOOK BOX SET:

THE PASSENGER
She takes the same train every day. But this is a journey she’ll never forget.
Amanda is a hardworking single mum, completely focused on her job and her daughter, Louise. She’s been saving for years and now, finally, she can afford to give up work and chase her dream.
But then, on her commute home from London to Brighton, she meets a charming stranger - who seems to know everything about her.
He delivers an ultimatum . She needs to give him the code for the safe where she keeps her savings before the train reaches Brighton - or she’ll never see Louise again.
Convinced that the threat is real, Amanda is stunned, horrified. She knows she should give him the code, but she can’t. Because she also knows there is a terrible secret in that safe which will destroy her life and Louise’s too…

THE BOYFRIEND
What if your exes were being killed off one by one?
Adele has had a colourful romantic past but has finally found her soulmate, Tom. They are engaged and she is looking forward to a future of blissful happiness.
Until she realises her ex-boyfriends are turning up dead.
At first the deaths seem accidental, but soon a sinister pattern emerges. All of Adele’s former partners are being killed off - in the order she dated them. As the body count grows, Adele has to figure out who is doing this and why.
Otherwise, it’s only a matter of time until the killer gets to Tom…

THE BREAK
It seems like a lovely little house. But it has dark secrets…
Karen is a busy wife and mother. Between work, her husband Peter, and their two children, Oscar and Noah, she doesn’t have a minute to herself.
So when it all begins to feel too much, Karen knows just what she needs - to get away for a little while. Nothing big. Just a short break.
Her friend, Eve, tells her about a quaint little holiday home, and Karen books herself a short stay. She’ll have time to read, take bubble baths, unwind. Perfect.
But this is no ordinary holiday home – it contains a dark and disturbing secret. Because Karen isn’t alone here – someone is watching her. Waiting for the right moment to spring the trap and plunge her into a nightmare she’ll never forget.

THE NEW FRIENDS
They are fun, wealthy, fabulous. Pray you never meet them.
Becky and Jamie are an ordinary hard-working couple trapped in the daily grind, dreaming of an easier life. On one of their rare vacations, they meet a wealthy couple, Phil and Mel, who seem to have it all – they are fun, well travelled, and very generous with their money.
But they are also very, very dangerous.
Because Phil and Mel are not who they say they are. And this is no random vacation friendship, they have chosen Jamie and Becky carefully, seducing them with the promise of a lifestyle just like theirs.
By the time Jamie and Becky realise what their new friends really want, it’s too late, they’ve lost everything, their hopes and dreams lie shattered.
The only question now is how far will they go to get even?

DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS 4-BOOK BOX SET OF BESTSELLING PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLERS THAT WILL HAVE YOU TURNING THE PAGES LONG INTO THE NIGHT!

Looking for a way to stay active without strenuous workouts?

Chair Yoga for Weight Loss offers a step-by-step guide with easy-to-follow seated exercises that improve mobility, flexibility, and heart health—all while fitting into your daily routine!

Why It’s Growing in Popularity

• Low-Impact Exercise: Gentle on the joints, ideal for those new to exercise or with mobility issues.
• Boosts Metabolism: Helps increase metabolism, aiding in weight loss and boosting daily energy.
• Enhances Flexibility and Strength: Builds flexibility and tones muscles for a leaner physique.
• Reduces Stress: Mindfulness and relaxation techniques reduce stress, helping prevent emotional eating.
• Convenient and Accessible: Practice anywhere—home, office, or on the go!

This innovative guide is perfect for anyone looking to shed belly fat, sculpt glutes, and boost energy levels—all from the comfort of a chair. With easy-to-follow, illustrated exercises, you can achieve your fitness goals in just 10 minutes a day.

Whether you're a beginner or seeking a low-impact workout, this book offers a clear plan to help you see real results. Each exercise is effective yet gentle, making it ideal for all fitness levels. Plus, the mindful nature of yoga promotes better eating habits and reduces stress, helping you burn calories and tone your body.

• Includes a downloadable tracking journal to monitor your progress and stay motivated.

Stay in Shape with Just 10 Minutes a Day!

Chair yoga combines the benefits of traditional yoga with the convenience of seated exercises. It's perfect for those who may struggle with high-impact or floor-based workouts. By incorporating dynamic, targeted movements, chair yoga helps boost metabolism, improve muscle tone, and support cardiovascular health—essential for weight loss.

Unlock the Benefits of Chair Yoga for Weight Loss

Achieving a healthy weight is crucial for well-being, and chair yoga offers an accessible, low-impact way to lose weight. Whether you’re looking to shed pounds, tone muscles, or enhance fitness, chair yoga can help you reach your goals.

Get Started Today!

Say goodbye to exhausting workouts and hello to a healthier, more energized you. Chair yoga offers a holistic, effective way to achieve sustainable weight loss and better health, no matter your fitness level.

“This book will inspire and motivate you to take control of your health and transform your life.”
Ashley James, Learn True Health Podcast

Headaches are our most common form of pain, disrupting millions of lives every day. Dr. Scott Vrzal has spent the past three decades figuring out what’s not commonly known: all headaches—migraines included—fall into one of 7 well-defined patterns. Once you identify which pain pattern matches your headache, he’s got practical solutions you can implement in daily life right away to rid them goodbye. No drastic measures or drugs required. Can you imagine never having another headache again?
Despite conventional wisdom about pain, not all pain springs from where the pain is acutely felt, and this is especially true when it comes to headaches. That’s right: your headaches—and exactly where you experience the hurt, such as on the right side, left side, forehead, and so forth—are clues to problems elsewhere in the body and which manifest as a headache. These counterintuitive associations between the specific location of the head pain and various organs, glands, or hormones have been scientifically documented for more than thirty years and backed by thousands of years of evidence from ancient medicine. As a practicing Doctor of Chiropractic and FORMER headache sufferer, Dr. Vrzal is eager to share this wisdom with the world. Thousands of people have already benefitted from this easy, yet profound approach.
In The Headache Advantage, Dr. Vrzal reveals the hidden benefits to headaches and shows you how to address imbalances in the body and find a plan to take your health to new heights. Once you understand the significance of your headaches’ location and learn how to address them based on their “geography,” you can put yourself in the driver’s seat of your health and attain what you want from your body…and so much more. It’s not normal to live with chronic headaches under the false belief that they are just a part of life. In this seminal book, you’ll discover:

• How headaches can inform you about abnormalities in your biology that are often easy to fix with targeted supplements and dietary edits.
• Hidden everyday exposures that disrupt your biology and trigger headaches.
• Two-minute techniques that release emotional pain which may manifest as headaches.
• The H.E.A.D. program anyone can follow: Heal the main weakness; Edit your diet and environment; Allow for sleep, exercise, and stress reduction; Dedicate.

The Headache Advantage will change the way you think about headaches and give you the tools and strategies you need to end the pain. Chock full of valuable information, dazzling science that’s easy to understand, and inspiring notes of success from Dr. Vrzal’s own patient files, this book is the ultimate guide to being—and staying—headache free. And it’s a gateway for total body transformation.