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Are your relationships at home or work causing you more distress than happiness Do the words "healthy partnership" sound ironic? If so, you might be involved with a narcissist-a self-absorbed spouse, family member, friend, boss, or coworker. Most of us don't realize it, but we encounter narcissists every day, in every walk of life. Surprisingly, even the people we hold nearest to our hearts could be narcissists. If you are in a difficult relationship, it's time to step back, get perspective and make healthy changes in your life. Sweet Relief is the book that shows how to put your feelings first, take charge of your emotional health, and make room for positive growth and emotional success in your life. Whether your problems happen at home or at work, Sweet Relief gives you guidance and tools to: - Learn how to spot narcissism - Identify unsatisfying relationships - Cope with any confusing feelings - Overcome fear or avoidance of conflict - Take care of your emotional needs - Improve your relationships - Move forward with confidence and compassion

In the American Southwest, criminal organizations from all over the world conspire to control everything from human trafficking to drug running and gun smuggling. Caught in the midst of all of this is the smart and sassy Annie, the owner of a rare-art dealership in Arizona. In a chance encounter, Annie meets Tony, a veritable gangster and mafioso who finds the brutal nature of his work at odds with his growing feelings for Annie. When Annie learns that her brother Allen, a former special ops agent for the FBI, has gotten himself into some deep trouble, she finds an unexpected ally in Tony. The two of them, along with Annie's other two siblings, set out to help Allen. Together they maneuver through mysterious data files and dead bodies as they travel from coast to coast-and abroad-in their search. As the tension builds, so does the number of casualties. Explored through rich descriptions and populated with complex, likable characters, Dancing with the Boss-part thriller, part romance, part action novel-will keep even the most jaded readers hooked.

Primed and ready for another big adventure, Misty heads to Las Vegas to train Salvatore, a high-powered casino owner. Much to her chagrin, Misty's friends talk her in to taking on an apprentice, Monique, who wants to learn the ins and outs of being a Black Widow Trainer. Misty's rival both in physical ability and allure, Monique is trouble from the get-go, vexing Misty every step of the way. And when Salvatore's sadistic side rears its ugly head, Misty wonders what she has gotten herself into. If it weren't for her temporary bodyguard, Thor, her new romantic acquaintance, Gary, and the helpful hands of her masseur, Esteban, Misty wouldn't know which way to turn. In a move unprecedented in Misty's career, she breaks her contract with Salvatore, and he vows to hunt her down. She and Monique hide out in the beautiful Virgin Islands, where they reunite with Captain Kev and Miniature Mike, two memorable clients from Misty's Alaska adventure. Suddenly they find themselves embroiled in a situation even more harrowing than the one they escaped. Part romance, part sexual adventure, and part dark thriller, Hanging by a Thread is a sizzling conclusion to the Black Widow Trainer Series.

American Bryan Paton, new hire at Hong Kong's top law firm, travels to Beijing to recover the body of his client's daughter, Fiona. Unknown to Bryan, also searching for Fiona is General Zhu Fangguo, a central figure in the plot to restore Deng Xiaoping to power.Bryan learns that Fiona is alive and a pawn in the tug of war between radical and moderate factions. His connection to her and, through her, to Zhu involves him in a deadly game of survival and ultimately exposes a web of family secrets closely guarded for nearly 30 years.

Jack McCarthy has enjoyed success in life beyond any reasonable expectation. A former college football star who started his career in advertising because he "got an offer," is now one of the most successful professionals in his industry. But the lure of being a strategist for William S. Hawkins, the front-running Democratic presidential candidate, has him taking a sabbatical from the job he loves. What happens next is beyond all comprehension, and Jack finds himself in the midst of a real-life nightmare. A fast-paced political thriller, The Labyrinth Campaign intertwines high-stakes politics, big business, and narcissistic power brokers to create a captivating and combustible story.

The most common thing that keeps organizations from succeeding is a lack of clear goals and an overabundance of busywork. How can employees innovate and be effective if they are unfocused and bogged down in daily functions that they have no control over? Steve Epner is the master of keeping it simple. In Simplify Everything, he presents three effective steps to improve outcomes, keep employees engaged, and provide a better daily experience in your organization. The program is as easy as 1-2-3: 1. Document ONE goal or objective 2. Ask TWO simple questions 3. Live the THREE principles Help your team stop doing busywork for good!