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Drawing from research with over 1,000 leaders, More Impact, More Easily introduces 12 systems that will help you control the pace of work, own your space and have more influence, regardless of your job title. These 12 systems will help you overcome challenges including how to become more visible, being able to motivate and influence those around you and staying on target by driving performance. Discover how top managers operate differently when it comes to getting things done — from leading teams to navigating difficult bosses, guiding change and advancing to the next level.

This collection of 35 short poems was first published in 1927, and is a sequel to When We Were Very Young, which was the first anthology of verse dealing with the domestic adventures of Christopher Robin and Winnie the Pooh.

This is the story of the surgeons who stole a leg and saved a life. They are the ones falling apart in the tearoom afterwards. The aging consultant who can feel his hands betraying him. The single mother questioning every cut she's ever made. The brilliant surgeon whose ego writes cheques his marriage can't cash. The trainee left holding the blame when a surgeon decides his reputation matters more than the truth. Two women torn apart by a lascivious outsider. And a woman who holds them all together.

The Bold Move is an essential guide for women looking to take control and achieve their career goals faster. Do you downplay your achievements, hesitate to speak up in meetings, or watch others get promoted while you stay stuck? You're not alone—and it's not about your skills or your experience. It’s about your career confidence. Through mindset shifts, practical advice and inspiring stories, The Bold Move will show you how to stop hesitating and instead lead your career with new purpose.

Do you sometimes dread work because you don't want to face more drama with your co-worker? Have you spent significant time and money on therapy trying to work on painful romantic relationships that ultimately became messy break-ups? Do you ever walk away from an unpleasant conversation wishing you had known how to handle it better in the moment? This book is for you.

In The Melody of Death, Edgar Wallace weaves a gripping tale of mystery, romance, and deception beneath the gaslit skies of Edwardian London. When a daring jewel heist disrupts the city's elite, a mysterious masked figure intervenes, leaving behind more questions than answers. Gilbert Standerton, a young man tormented by financial anxiety and a cold engagement to the ambitious Edith Cathcart, finds his life entangled with a band of jewel thieves, a haunting street melody, and a string of crimes that unravel the very fabric of high society.

In this heartwarming origin story from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz author L. Frank Baum, a poor widow and her devoted young son live a humble life by the river. When illness strikes his mother, the boy—dressed in a handmade blue suit—sets out to find work and support their small household. His kind heart and earnest spirit win him a job as a shepherd, and soon the countryside rings with the sweet sound of his silver horn.

Join Elmer Elevator on an unforgettable adventure in My Father’s Dragon, a timeless children’s classic by Ruth Stiles Gannett. Elmer’s daring journey to the magical Wild Island is filled with excitement and heart as he sets out to rescue a captive baby dragon. Along the way, Elmer faces clever challenges, encounters playful yet mischievous animals, and discovers the true meaning of bravery and kindness.

The Prince and the Dragon by Andrew Lang is a classic fairy tale filled with adventure, bravery, and mythical creatures. In this timeless story, a courageous young prince sets out on a daring quest to defeat a fearsome dragon that has been terrorizing a kingdom. Armed with his wits, a gleaming sword, and an unbreakable spirit, the prince faces magical challenges, dangerous foes, and the ultimate test of heroism. Will he be able to slay the dragon and restore peace, or will the beast’s power prove too great?