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  CIA’s Most Controversial...

  Editors Charles River

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  Though it might be hard to believe, the Americans did not have a covert operations organization when they joined World War II, and like the British, it took them some time to realize it could be a powerful tool. As a result, the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) was not established until June 13, 1942, six months after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Nevertheless, during World War II, all the hard work in the United States led to the growth of the OSS into an organization with over 13,000 staff and 40 offices scattered across the world. Its purposes were initially similar to that of Britain’s Special Operations Executive, including espionage, sabotage, and intelligence assessments, but with time and experience, it expanded to include economic, psychological, and guerrilla warfare, as well as counter-intelligence work. And of course, it would all chart a path for the early days of America’s most famous intelligence agency, the CIA.  
  The agency has done some good things, and it has inarguably done some bad things. Naturally, people tend to remember the most controversial operations, from CIA-funded revolutions to the Bay of Pigs and domestic experiments such as the mysterious Project MK-Ultra. Many decisions were made, either by the agency or by those elected to give the agency direction, in the raw emotions of the Cold War, and this also colored many of the decisions. Regardless, well after Allen Dulles’ tenure as the CIA’s director, investigations uncovered the facts that the CIA did not merely operate overseas, but also conducted several operations against American citizens, which Dulles both knew about and approved.  
  This book looks at the operations that continue to fascinate, confuse, and disgust modern society, from the people who managed the operations to the results.

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  Lift for Principals - Growing...

  Walter Peddy

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  “A common-sense approach to combining the right amount of love and accountability to lift people and organizations to new heights.” —Jon Gordon, eleven-time bestselling author of The Power of Positive Leadership and The Energy Bus What does it take to impact change? What tools and techniques can principals employ to maximize student achievement? Walter Peddy’s Lift for Principals is a guide that supports educational leaders in the mission to impact the world student by student, teacher by teacher. Through its parable story of Colby, principal of a struggling school, whose personal origins were supported through his grandfather who raised him, Lift offers insight and inspiration to those in the educational field. Colby’s lessons teach him how to care, coach others, and have courage through difficult moments. Applying the parable of Colby to leadership principles, Peddy offers an in-depth guide to leadership methods, and equips readers with the tools, techniques, and decision-making strategies needed to lift their organization and personal leadership skills from good to great.“When Dr. Peddy talks about ‘lifting’ he is talking about caring, coaching, and having the courage necessary to help people be the best they can be. Anybody that has a team needs to read this book and learn how to ‘lift’ using the 3Cs!” —Damon West, keynote speaker and bestselling author of The Coffee Bean

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  Royally Sarah

  Hadiya Hayes

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  It takes being tackled in the park to get Sarah out of her rut. 
    
    
  Although, Sarah wouldn't call it a rut. At 22 years old she's comfortable where she is in life - living with her dad, hanging out with her best friend, and working at the same job since she was 14 years old. Life has so much more to offer, but she's not interested in any hand-outs. Not even from her best friend Nina who is desperate to get her back on the dating scene. When Riak Royal attacks her in the park, Sarah finds herself more attracted to the tall, dark, and animalistic werewolf than she is afraid. With her dark purple eyes and disarming grin, Riak shakes up her life by claiming Sarah as her mate right then and there. Now instead of maybe rekindling something casual with her ex, Sarah has to figure out how Riak fits in her life no matter how commitment-phobic she is, because the alternative would be insanity. 
  With the help of Nina, and a whole lot of introspection, Sarah will find herself on a journey of self-discovery she never would have expected, while maybe falling in love with the werewolf she never asked for.

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  The Action Speaks - Untold...

  SIVARAJ RAMASAMY

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  Welcome to “The Action Speaks”, a collection of untold stories in the life of a volunteer. 
    
   These stories are not just collections, It gives you adventure, Thrill, Twists during the journey of reading. 
   These stories filled with hope, resilience and perseverance. 
   It is a testament to the idea that even the smallest actions can ripple outwards, creating waves of change. 
    
   Through personal anecdotes and reflections, this book offers a glimpse into the transformative power of volunteering. 
   There are totally 15 stories and each one is offering you with unique perspective. 
    
    
  It opens up your mind and busts the myth that volunteering will cost you so much of money from your own pocket. 
    
   Whether you are a seasoned volunteer or someone considering taking the first step, these stories will inspire, challenge, and remind you of the profound impact one person can make. 
    
   This is a celebration of the human spirit, a call to action, and a reminder that together, we can make a difference.  
    

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  Digital Stockholm Syndrome in...

  Mark Jarzombek

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  Once, humans were what they believed. Now, the modern person is determined by data exhaust—an invisible anthropocentric ether of ones and zeros that is a product of our digitally monitored age. Author Mark Jarzombek argues that the world has become redesigned to fuse the algorithmic with the ontological, and the discussion of ontology must be updated to rethink the question of Being. In Digital Stockholm Syndrome in the Post-Ontological Age, Jarzombek provocatively studies the new interrelationship between human and algorithm. 
  Forerunners is a thought-in-process series of breakthrough digital works. Written between fresh ideas and finished books, Forerunners draws on scholarly work initiated in notable blogs, social media, conference plenaries, journal articles, and the synergy of academic exchange. This is gray literature publishing: where intense thinking, change, and speculation take place in scholarship.

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  Honesty: The Light of Truth -...

  Esther Jameson

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  Honesty is often considered a fundamental virtue, a cornerstone upon which trust, respect, and meaningful relationships are built. At its core, honesty means being truthful with oneself and others. It is the practice of aligning our words, actions, and thoughts with the truth, regardless of how uncomfortable or inconvenient it may be. Without honesty, connections with others become shallow, and personal integrity is compromised. In this chapter, we explore the foundational aspects of honesty and its significance in both our personal lives and society. 
  To understand honesty fully, we must first examine what it entails. It is not merely about avoiding lies; it is about living in alignment with the truth, expressing ourselves openly, and being transparent in our actions. Honesty goes beyond just telling the truth when asked—it involves a deep commitment to truth in every aspect of our lives. This means that our words, our actions, and our thoughts should reflect what is genuinely real, without embellishment or deceit. 
  The importance of honesty cannot be overstated. When we are honest, we cultivate trust—both with others and within ourselves. Trust is the bedrock of any healthy relationship, whether personal or professional. Without honesty, trust erodes, leading to misunderstandings, broken relationships, and a sense of disconnection. Moreover, honesty fosters a sense of clarity and peace within ourselves. When we live truthfully, we are no longer burdened by the weight of deceit or the need to maintain false facades. We are free to be ourselves, unencumbered by the fear of being exposed or found out.

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