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  Conspiracies Coincidences Or...

  Damon Gilbert

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  Dive into a riveting exploration of conspiracy theories, hidden historical events, and little-known facts that challenge the narratives we’ve been taught. Written by a layman author with a knack for uncovering truth, this book delivers profound insights through clear, relatable prose—free from the trappings of intellectual superiority. From shadowy government cover-ups to forgotten moments that shaped our world, each chapter unravels mysteries with curiosity and candor. Whether it’s questioning official accounts of pivotal events or shedding light on obscure, game-changing incidents, the author connects the dots with a fresh perspective. Perfect for readers who crave truth without jargon, this book invites you to question assumptions and explore the past with new eyes. Engaging, thought-provoking, and accessible, it’s a journey into the unknown that empowers every reader to think critically and discover the stories history tried to bury. Prepare to be captivated by revelations that resonate long after the final page.

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  Rebound - Sports Community and...

  Perry King

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  From basketball hoops to cricket bats, the role community sports play in our cities and how crucial they are to diversity and inclusion.
  		 
  “The virus exposed how we live and work. It also revealed how we play, and what we lose when we have to stop.” For every kid who makes it to the NBA, thousands more seek out the pleasure and camaraderie of pick-up basketball in their local community centre or neighbourhood park. It’s a story that plays out in sport after sport – team and individual, youth and adult, men's and women's. While the dazzle of pro athletes may command our attention, grassroots sports build the bridges that link city-dwellers together in ways that go well beyond the physical benefits. The pandemic and heightened awareness of racial exclusion reminded us of the importance of these pastimes and the public spaces where we play. In this closely reported exploration of the role of community sports in diverse cities, Toronto journalist Perry King makes an impassioned case for re-imagining neighbourhoods whose residents can be active, healthy, and connected.
  		 
  “I couldn’t stop reading Perry King’s Rebound. An evocative essay about the transformative and uniting power of local sports in a city with residents from every country in the world, the book is well researched, entertaining, and informative. It spoke to my own experiences as a young athlete fitting into a new city when I first came to Toronto – and to the importance our city government must place on local recreation and sports if our city is to help all residents reach their potential. A fantastic contribution to understanding Toronto – and to the power of local recreation in any major city.” —David Miller, former mayor of Toronto

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  Blackmail - Using Threats of...

  Cito Harder

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  Blackmail is a crime rooted in power, fear, and manipulation. At its core, it relies on the psychological leverage one person holds over another, using threats of exposing damaging information to force compliance. Understanding the psychology of blackmail requires examining both the mindset of the blackmailer and the emotional turmoil experienced by the victim. Unlike outright theft or violence, blackmail is a more insidious form of coercion, exploiting secrets, shame, and social consequences to exert control. 
  The blackmailer operates from a position of perceived dominance. They recognize that their victim has something to lose—be it their reputation, career, relationships, or financial stability. The effectiveness of blackmail depends on the victim’s fear of exposure and their willingness to go to great lengths to avoid it. Many blackmailers justify their actions by believing they are simply taking advantage of an opportunity rather than committing an outright crime. They may rationalize their behavior as a means to an end, whether for financial gain, revenge, or power. Some blackmailers thrive on control, deriving psychological satisfaction from watching their victims squirm under pressure. 
  On the other side, the victim experiences a profound psychological burden. Fear and anxiety consume their thoughts as they weigh the consequences of giving in to the blackmailer’s demands versus resisting them. The secrecy surrounding blackmail can make victims feel trapped and isolated, preventing them from seeking help. Guilt and shame often play a role, especially if the information being used against them is tied to personal failings or socially unacceptable behavior. Even when victims know they are being manipulated, the sheer terror of exposure can push them into compliance, making blackmail an effective tool of coercion.

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  Plotting the Impossible: A...

  Billy Grady

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  Every unforgettable story shares a hidden framework—a structure that pulls readers in, keeps them hooked, and leaves them breathless at the end. Plotting the Impossible is your key to mastering that architecture, whether you’re writing a high-stakes thriller, a sweeping romance, or a genre-defying masterpiece. 
  In this insightful and practical guide, bestselling author and coach Billy Grady reveals how to: 
  Build bulletproof plots that captivate from the first page to the last 
  Design twists and turns that surprise without breaking believability 
  Balance pacing and tension for maximum emotional impact 
  Adapt classic story structures to fit modern audiences and unique voices 
  Packed with real-world examples, actionable exercises, and step-by-step blueprints, Plotting the Impossible gives you the tools to create stories that feel both inevitable and unforgettable. 
  If you’ve ever wondered how to turn a wild idea into a perfectly constructed narrative, this book will show you how to make the impossible not just possible—but unforgettable.

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  Child - A Memoir

  Judy Goldman

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  A personal meditation on love in the shadow of white privilege and racism 
   
   
   
  Child is the story of Judy Goldman's relationship with Mattie Culp, the Black woman who worked for her family as a live-in maid and helped raise her—the unconscionable scaffolding on which the relationship was built and the deep love. It is also the story of Mattie's child, who was left behind to be raised by someone else. Judy, now eighty, cross-examines what it was to be a privileged white child in the Jim Crow South, how a bond can evolve in and out of step with a changing world, and whether we can ever tell the whole truth, even to ourselves. It is an incandescent book of small moments, heart-warming, heartbreaking, and, ultimately, inspiring.

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  Shakey's Madness

  Robert P Boog

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  Want to discover why William Shakespeare did NOT write the poems, plays and sonnets attributed to him? Using the internet during the COVID-19 pandemic to doublecheck what past experts have told us about William Shakespeare, author Robert Boog uses a fresh set of eyes to view the facts.  Because of all the fainting found in the poems and plays, Mr. Boog believes that the "real" author of the works probably suffered from epilepsy at a young age. Boog counted nine instances of fainting, but a British physician in 2006 counted 18 episodes of fainting with another 13 instances of "near" fainting. Why so much fainting? Did fainting morph into bipolar disorder when he was older? Boog claims BD symptoms can be found in the works while the man from Stratford never did. For this reason, a person close to Queen Elizabeth who showed symptoms of bipolar disorder and was called "the best playwright for comedy in Queen Elizabeth's court" makes the best choice for author.  Also, back in Elizabethan days, the Queen or King could behead anyone who "imagined the death of a ruler" so why would ANYONE in their right mind, write a play about the death of a ruler? Yet Hamlet, Anthony & Cleopatra and Richard II, all feature rulers who die. So writing under a pen name makes sense - esp in these days of fake Twitter handles and online cat-fishing.Mr. Boog suggests we approach the mystery of William Shakespeare's authorship like a modern-day "cold case" mystery. So, get ready to have fun listening and learning about a compelling case for the true authorship of the Shakespeare canon? A fun and informative audio book that includes humorous stories. It is read by the author from Los Angeles who has a wicked sense of humor."

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