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  Standing My Ground - A Capitol...

  Harry Dunn

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  The stirring memoir of Harry Dunn, a Capitol Police Officer on duty January 6th, who has become one of the most prominent and essential voices regarding the truth of that day.   Walking the halls of democracy as a Capitol Police officer, Harry Dunn was a man slowly experiencing an awakening. It sparked after the election of our first Black president. It grew as his belief in the bravery and honor of law enforcement was shaken by Ferguson and countless other cases of police brutality towards the Black community. It continued to burn brighter as he watched members of Congress, many of whom he had befriended, lose their way to partisanship, as political extremism intensified. And it exploded into a blaze when he fought side by side with his fellow officers on January 6th, when democracy and their lives were threatened.Standing My Ground provides a crucial, definitive firsthand account of what happened on that day our country was shocked to its core. But it will also share the story of a man who refused to stay quiet when he learned that some of the men and women he had risked his life protecting, who knew him by name, would deny the horrors they faced. That’s when he chose to speak up and to seek out what his hero John Lewis once termed “good trouble.” Dunn’s ongoing story as a witness willing to meaningfully engage with the media, lawmakers, and the public provides a backdrop for examining the political and racial divide in this country—one that we must overcome in order to demand accountability and preserve our precious democracy.

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  Letters from a WWII Airman - How...

  Dale K. Hathaway

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  Letters from a WWII Airman: How his faith sustained him, is the true story of one of those men from what we acknowledge as "the "Greatest Generation". Like so many who experienced war, Ken Hathaway (1918-2001) was reluctant to talk about those experiences, but the letters and scrapbooks he left behind contained information that, when pieced together, provided a compelling story of: 
  The experiences of training for and participating in aerial combat in World War II. 
  An account of being interned in a neutral country. 
  The importance of connections with family and friends. 
  The significance of his Christian faith. 
  The wartime romance that developed because of the military service. 
  About the Author: 
  Since 1989, Dale K. Hathaway, has been a faculty member, department chair, and is currently serving as the associate dean of the Martin D. Walker School of STEM at Olivet Nazarene University. He received his PhD in mathematics from Boston University. His interests include spending time with his wife Heather and their three adult children, collecting and solving puzzles, some amateur woodworking, and participating in triathlons.

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  Stay in the Game - Making the...

  Matt Forté, David Thomas

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  If you want to make an impact, you need to play every down. Every Game. Every Season.For ten seasons, Matt Forté was one of the NFL’s premier running backs. During his tenure with the Chicago Bears and the New York Jets, Matt made two Pro Bowl appearances and racked up more career rushes, receptions, and yards from scrimmage than any other football player in the league, a feat made possible in part, because—as an every-down back—Matt never left the field.No matter the down or distance, Matt always stayed in the game, running, catching, and blocking his way into the record books.Now, in Stay in the Game, Matt shares the highs and lows of his storied career—from the first time he put on pads at age 7 in Slidell, Louisiana, his college days at Tulane University, and his decade of dominance in the NFL, to the difficult decision to hang up his cleats at age 32, and the work he is currently doing to mentor professional athletes and stop gun violence on the streets of Chicago.Along the way, Matt gives readers a rare insider’s perspective on:what it takes to make it as an athlete at the collegiate and professional levelwhat it’s like to go through the recruiting process, the combine, and draft dayhis most memorable plays, games, teammates, and coachesthe faith that helped get him through, andwhat every athlete needs to know about life after professional sportsA thoroughly compelling and inspiring read, Stay in the Game is a testament to the perseverance and grit it takes to succeed, endure, and make a lasting impact both in the NFL and in life.

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  Polygraphs and Paper Clip...

  Raymond Boyd

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  Raymond Boyd, celebrated private investigator and seasoned storyteller, invites you back into his world of real-life crime-solving with Polygraphs and Paper Clip Bracelets, the much-anticipated follow-up to God Bless Crime. Drawing from decades of experience, Boyd recounts his most memorable cases—from laugh-out-loud mishaps to clever confessions, each tale showcasing his sharp wit and investigative genius.

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  Unbroken - The inspirational...

  Katarina Johnson-Thompson

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  "Kat is a warrior, both on the track and off it. This book is a stunning testimony to the power of believing in yourself" - SIR CHRIS HOY"An extraordinary story of resilience and determination, from an incredible athlete" - DAME JESSICA ENNIS-HILLThe inspirational and powerful memoir from double world heptathlon champion and Team GB Olympian Katarina Johnson-Thompson.The audiobook is read by Melissa Vaughan and features Katarina Johnson-Thompson reading her Prologue and Letters.Katarina Johnson-Thompson has never had it easy. Born a child of two worlds - her mum’s working-class Liverpool, and her dad’s idyllic Bahamas - she was never supposed to be a world champion. Her early childhood wasn’t easy. She was raised by a single mother, and at times it was a struggle for her to keep up with other athletes who had more funding around them. But she persevered.Now, in her intimate, heartfelt autobiography, she tells her story as she never has before. She opens up about the pressures of representing Britain at the London Olympics while just sixteen years of age, and about her complex relationship with mentor-turned-rival Jessica Ennis-Hill. Unbroken is a rare insight into the inner workings of a champion's mind: the rigorous discipline, the undying passion for sport, and the unshakable belief in one's self despite the odds.Johnson-Thompson’s journey has been a remarkable one. Her upbringing and her career, both rich with challenges overcome and dreams pursued with relentless determination, serve as a powerful reminder that the human spirit is capable of extraordinary feats. But this is more than a story of triumph-against-the-odds. It’s a testament to the sweat, tears and laughter that pave the road to success, and to the unyielding spirit of a true champion."Katarina's determination is incredible. She is a true champion" SIR MO FARAH"A shining example of someone who has succeeded against the odds" JOHN BISHOP"Kat is one of the strongest women I know; this book is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when you believe in yourself" ALEX SCOTT"One of the most inspiring women I have met. This book is a brilliant insight into what it takes to become a champion" GABBY LOGAN

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  Reacher - The Stories Behind the...

  Lee Child

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  After making his debut in The Killing Floor, Jack Reacher has quickly become one of the most popular―and most enduring―fictional heroes to emerge in the past half century. Now, his creator tells the stories behind the stories. 
   
   
   
  These are the origin tales of all of the Reacher novels written solely by Lee Child, chock full of colorful anecdotes and intriguing inspirations. One by one, they expand upon each novel and place it in the context not only of the author's life, but of the world outside the books. And taken together, they chart the rise of an action icon, from 1997's The Killing Floor to 2019's Blue Moon. An afterword by crime fiction expert and bookseller Otto Penzler considers the importance of the character and novels in the canon of contemporary crime fiction. 
   
   
   
  In addition to the essays, this collection also includes an original Reacher short story―the first new Reacher appearance entirely written by Lee Child since 2019. Entertaining and enlightening, Reacher: The Stories Behind the Stories is a must-listen for fans of the Jack Reacher series and a capstone to any collection of this excellent author.

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