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Have you ever wondered if mediation in criminal cases can work? How about for a murder case?What does the field of criminal law demand (or require) from a Mediator?The answers can be found in this book, illustrated with real criminal cases mediated by the author.Pascal Comvalius introduces us to restorative practice, mediation, communication channels, active listening and questioning. The author analyses and connects the criminal cases in each chapter to sociological, linguistic and psychological research. Topics such as perception, apology , forgiveness, deceptive behaviour, culture and trauma are discussed. This book will show families of victims or suspects / offenders, lawyers, judges, social workers, mediators and other professionals that this concept can work and be applied in jurisdictions around the globe. Let''s face the truth: What is the glaring issue in criminal cases? Is it with the law, or that amongst the people?

"An important story, borne of careful observation and an avalanche of experiences, masterfully told."Howard Meh-Buh MaximusWinner, MMF 2020---Alien at Home by Antoine F. Gnintedem is a story about a quest for identity and belonging by a Black immigrant in an America that is marked by heightened racism and xenophobia.While most books about racism in the United States only focus on the plight of African Americans and often omit the hate, bigotry, and xenophobia that Black immigrants endure daily, Alien at Home offers a unique perspective by portraying the hate that Black immigrants encounter in their interactions with both White and African American citizens. The irony in the fact that the latter group could be xenophobic toward immigrants from Africa while vigorously fighting for an end to racism in America adds to the complexity of the plot.The birth of the protagonist''s biracial son just hours after he is the victim of the most humiliating encounter with racism on his return from participating in a protest to clamor for an end to racism in America following the brutal murder of a Black man, George Floyd, by a White police officer, offers him hope for an America where everyone would belong and would be proud to call home.

"Arousingly risqué and taste bud titillating!""Charmed to have had an invitation to the party! Looking forward to many more. CHEERS!"In Soused at the Manor by Brian Crawford we join the guests in black tie affair where we joyously experience a civilized invitation to flirt and imbibe. Written in humorous prose we follow the antics of the partygoers as they indulge in a night of risqué frolicking and indulgence. "Ulterior Motive is far from the truth," Sly Mark said to Victoria Sleuth. Leaning in to pour, his eyes told the truth. "Another drink my dear? It''s only 10 proof." Slip into one of the easy to make cocktail recipes and indulge in the antics. Fun to read and impossible to put down without blushing.

Adventure is at the fingertips of anyone with an imagination wild enough to create it.Winter and George: A Path Across the Sea is a story about two siblings who live by the ocean. One quiet night, their evening of stargazing is interrupted by the sudden appearance of a moonlight path across the water. They follow the path to its abrupt end where they encounter a creature that is not what it seems. Together the siblings face their fears, encouraging each other to be brave in their moments of doubt, and discover that friendship can be found even in the most unlikely of places.A Path Across the Sea is just the first of Winter and George's many adventures. Their stories highlight the importance of family and friendship, while also emphasizing the magical possibilities open to those with a wild imagination. Through their adventures, Winter and George will take readers on incredible journeys, teaching them to think outside of the box when faced with challenges and to practice kindness toward all creatures, big or small.

In 2012, Carolyn Birrell flew down to Georgia to kidnap her mother.Fay had been living by herself since her husband's death in 2000 and clung fiercely to her independence. She went to church on Sundays, paid her bills on time, and volunteered at Vacation Bible School every summer. But at 79 years old, she'd begun showing escalating signs of early-stage dementia, each one making it harder for her daughter to discount as simple signs of aging.After receiving calls from Fay's local sheriff and the Department of Family Services, Carolyn took action. She quickly came to understand the meaning of the adage, "e;When we make plans the Universe laughs,"e; because hers required endless do-overs as she struggled to keep pace with her mother's ever-progressing disease.This is the story of Carolyn's mother, her dementia, and how they navigated her journey together. Your loved one may not force feed stuffed animals vanilla pudding or burn their neighbor's mail like Fay did, but if you're living through the sad realities of your loved one's slow and tortuous farewell, this book will help you find solace as you deal with it realistically and with a heart at peace.

There are spine-chilling secrets hiding behind your refrigerator door!When you close the refrigerator door, does light inside really go out? And if it doesn''t, what might be happening inside? Readers are about to discover the cold hard truth of what actually goes on within the walls of their seemingly dark and peaceful refrigerator.

Until three years ago, Robyst was a normal city like any other.But normalcy is relative. Before an attack from a foreign power brought the city to its knees, it was normal for Liza Clarke to attend school and argue with her siblings. Now she, her siblings, and her friends have become Shadows. Cloaked in the darkness of what used to be, they patrol the streets and administer vigilante justice to any who prey on the city's suffering population. Both feared and respected, Liza has learned to suppress her emotion and focus on commanding the Shadows. When this new normal is also shattered, Liza must go from fighting a few local criminals to facing those who left many of her people orphaned in the first place.In Shadows of Robyst by K.E. Maroudas we experience the power of found family, the desire to protect the people we care about, and the question of how far someone will go to fight for what they believe in.

Building Faith in God through Christ is the primary assignment of the body of Christ on this planet. The individual Christian is called to believe and love the Lord.A trip through the teachings of scripture and a review many doctrines within the American church indicate that Church is trying to meet the mission set down by Jesus, but some adjustments and reminders may help. A review of the distractions facing the faithful and what scripture says is in order. A long look at what unites the body of Christ across race, color, economic strata, geographic and political barriers is also long overdue. We must see the necessity of demonstrating the love of Christ to our brothers and sisters in the church as well as those on the outside.In Faith: An Interactive Pursuit by John Blair, we experience a call for a functional day-to-day paradigm shift in the Modern American Christian Church. This call is for the individual members of the Church to realize that Christianity is NOT a religion! It was never intended to be. It IS an entire lifestyle. There is rich meaning in the calling of Christ to follow his role model through love, compassion, peace, joy, and grace.

He played in a rolling pastureIn the shadow of dense wood, Hoping to become like his Father, >The poem, A Boy and His Bones, tells the story of Drew, a young boy who loves to farm and explore. He uses his imagination to discover and shape the world around him, but could some realities be beyond what even he can imagine?

An old man in shackles, at the behest of fellow prisoners, recounts the story of a man who helped change the Modern Western World.The path from adolescence to adulthood is difficult and long, requiring gentle or sometimes harsh guidance. Kobi, the youngest of six children, must negotiate that while adjusting to his father's new bride, and the upheaval she and her circumstances bring.Join Kobi as he transitions into adulthood and reveals the story of a very influential man.