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In 1805, six-year-old Olivia’s parents are killed in a tragic carriage accident in route to London. Now, the ward of the Earl and the Countess of Berkshire, a strong sibling bond develops between Olivia and the family's only child, Jack.

A new free resource to support librarians, educators, parents, students, and other community advocates in their efforts to keep frequently challenged books on shelves.

I thought it appropriate to share this in case anyone finds it helpful. Especially since the shameful display of WVA.

Here is the complete announcement: https://commaful.notion.site/commaful/A-Heartfelt-Goodbye-and-a-New-Beginning-at-Commaful-a31080180fa647f5ad69eac89fa6b532

Commaful is a website where you could post short (really short) stories to with pictures. I've used it in the past to post my lyrics to my music but otherwise didn't really interact with it. Aside from poetry and short stories the website also contains a ton of shortform fanfiction.

I'm assuming a full backup wouldn't be that big (it's literally just text and some images + a lot of people using the same stock images). I just downloaded all my stories and it came to about 9mb (against 20 or so stories).

R F Kuang, Xiran Jay Zhao and Neil Gaiman were ruled ineligible for the 2023 Hugo Awards in 2023 despite receiving enough nominations.

Waves of Time" invites readers on an immersive journey through the eloquent verses and poignant reflections penned by Larry Robins. This collection of poems beautifully captures the essence of life's multifaceted tapestry, exploring themes of love, nature, spirituality, and the profound experiences that shape our existence.

Cheddi Jagan (1918–1997) was the first major politician in the Anglophone Caribbean enraptured by Marxism-Leninism as espoused by the Soviet Union − the beacon for the radical transformation of colonies like his country, British Guiana (Guyana). Moreover, he sought to persuade US President Kennedy, that although this was the essence of his post-colonial vision, it would not vitiate the fundamentals of liberal democracy.

Ukraine’s authors should have been able to dedicate their lives to honing their craft. Instead, many of them have stepped up to contribute to the war effort and fight back against Russian aggression. Like any other member of society, Ukrainian authors have lost loved ones and colleagues to Russia’

This group of short fictional stories describes how the Mafia, Catholic Church, Mormons, Amish, and Messianic ended up creating a new world order based on a plan created by the Rebbe of the Chabad Lubavitch movement. For those not familiar with the Chabad movement or unfamiliar with their membership, you might find these bearded Jewish men to be strange, walking around major cities wearing black hats, suits, and white braided fringe cords spilling over the sides of their trousers. In the movies, you most likely see the men dancing together at weddings, as they are not allowed to dance with women.

The Marks Human’s Leave touches on love, trauma, grief, hope, and femininity. This collection of poetry reflects upon the impact we all have on each other’s lives and the marks we leave upon one another in this dance of humanity.

The estate of J.R.R. Tolkien sued Demetrious Polychron, a Lord of the Rings fan, to bar him from selling an unauthorized sequel to the fantasy series.

The estate of J.R.R. Tolkien sued Demetrious Polychron, a Lord of the Rings fan, to bar him from selling an unauthorized sequel to the fantasy series.

A young Marine Corps sergeant newly assigned to a tour of duty on Okinawa, Japan, encounters a six-hundred-year-old ghost. Both the marine and the ghost have a history of violence and no desire to move past it. After a tumultuous beginning to their relationship, a relationship embroiled in murder investigations involving a local crime family, it forces a collaboration between the two.

Even your best plans, can end in tragedy!
Three friends grow up together in South New Jersey and dream of moving west. To finance their new lives, they execute a daring robbery. While escaping the scene, they cause a tragic accident. Witnessing the disaster is a Jamaican Au Pair who places a deadly curse on the stolen money.

What can we learn as authors (and human beings) from Cait Corrain's professional implosion? The answer isn't cruelty - it's empathy.

“Restoring the Restoration”

Well-meaning (and perhaps some not so well-meaning) men have been trying to reform the church since the Apostles left this life. I know that many women were involved, but men’s cultural bias against women has left a void for many years, in all church movements, through the mistreatment of women in the church. There have been sects within the Catholic church that tried to restore the early church and eschewed the growing dominance of added Papal doctrines. The most aggressive attempts at reform of the Catholic church and restoration of the early church began almost the second Martin Luther nailed his 95 theses to the church door. Sadly, the numerous divisions between the Catholics and Protestants are not easy to keep up.

@deep: In this article, I address the topic of content generation by artificial intelligence and its impact on the publishing market and, more broadly, on the quality of information available to readers. I present concerns about the quality and authenticity of AI-generated content in the context of disinformation and potential spam.

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Seventeen Iranian and non-Iranian illustrators including Marjane Satrapi have released a book titled “Woman, Life, Freedom.” The book, originally published in French, has been translated into English and other languages, with Satrapi coordinating the project. The Persian version of the book is freely accessible online.

2022 Derek Walcott Prize-winner Mosab Abu Toha talks with Nathalie Handal about hope, reconstruction, and poetry in Gaza.

There is a serious cold war going on between the U.S. and the China and its getting intense day by day. However, there are many unanswered questions regarding this war which needs discussion such as :
How and when U.S. China cold war started since both the countries used to be strong allies against the Soviet Union during the Cold War 1 era?
Who will be the winner of this U.S. China cold war and why?
What will be the role of Chinese belt and roads initiative and digital silk road to form a new global order and how China will create its own trade eco system?
What will be the future map of the world following U.S. China cold war?
Which countries will disappear and which new countries could be created?
U.S. and the WEST had created a strong rule based world order after defeating the Soviet Union then what went wrong for them?
This book also covers the historical context of modern day global conflicts Such as the rise and fall of Soviet Union right from the days of Lenin till Gorbachev, history of World War 1 and 2 and why there was a split in Sino Soviet ties? Why there is a centuries old tensions between Japan and China? What will be the role of India and other south Asian and ASEAN countries in U.S. China cold war?
I hope this book will be a good addition for your library.

I hope this is allowed here, if not, feel free to remove my post, mods

My name is Richard Silva, I'm a young Brazilian writer(17) who just published their first book. Since I was a kid I wrote things, but for the first time, I made something I am going to share with the world. Currently, I'm finishing Brazilian integral high school, which in other words, wastes 9 hours of my day with mostly nothing. It's very stressful, and leaves me with not much appropriate time for actually writing quality content, so you might imagine how many reviews this book had to get before I felt like I was satisfied.

I would like to encourage you to read my book, and share your thoughts on it, of course, it's me first one, so constructive criticism is very welcomed. My desire is to be able to make a living out of my art, and when reading this book, you are helping me make this dream possible :)

And please, if you did enjoy it(even if it's a little bit), leave me a review on google play saying how much you like it, and why you like it. As for you, fellow Brazilians, a version in Portuguese is coming soon!

I finally finished this book this week (I took a year long break somewhere around page 400) and it's left an impression but I'm still not sure what I think.

It's a book set during the Third Reich told from the point of view of a cynical SS officer - but not so cynical he still doesn't think there's still some value in the work that he does. And his work takes us from the Einsatzgruppen Death Squads, Stalingrad, Auschwitz and explores other dark places, including his extremely disturbed personal life - it's not an easy read. He meets several real life characters, famous and obscure, notably Himmler, Eichmann and the commandant of Auschwitz, Hoss.

There's not much unreliable narrator stuff going on actually, because he's not particularly repentant about his crimes despite obviously being scarred by them - the narrative voice is more like one of the downtrodden private investigators you'd get in a detective novel. It's especially interesting to explore the Nazi mindset from a perspective from someone who's cultured, intelligent, and has decided to incorporate it into their worldview and can argue to himself, or for the reader's benefit or both - why what he's doing is the 'right' thing, or at least no less unacceptable than what is going on on the other sides in the war.

On the downside - this book feels far longer than it needed to be. It's nearly 1000 pages long and without spoiling too much I didn't feel like the relationship with the narrator's twin sister or how things resolved with his mother were necessary in an already packed book. They ultimately don't really go anywhere important and feel like filler.

I really liked the lack of sentimentality in the book though, there's no attempt to make the situation better than what it was. It's probably not something that anyone would want to go through without some interest in the Nazi period; that said given what's just happened to Israeli and Palestinian civilians it's a reminder that the potential is always there for people in organisations to treat life as a cheap thing to be dispensed with if that's what their leaders say

Meet your next Disney Princess!!!

Embark on an extraordinary adventure of self-discovery, courage, and uncertainty with "The Habesha Princess: Discovery." In this groundbreaking fantasy novel, witness the awe-inspiring journey of an African princess in a land before time as she battles against fierce mythic creatures that command the lands of Habesha and nefarious sorcerers and alchemists who wield dark magic.

This is a thrilling journey with a brave and determined protagonist as she overcomes challenging obstacles, uncovers hidden truths, and confronts formidable adversaries. Her perilous adventures will leave you spellbound and eager to discover what happens next.

But "The Habesha Princess: Discovery" is more than just an exhilarating adventure—it is a tale of friendship, loyalty, and the enduring power of the human spirit. As our hero discovers her true potential, she forges alliances with captivating characters who will become your beloved companions. Together, they navigate treacherous paths, overcoming obstacles with bravery and resilience, teaching us profound lessons about courage and discovery.

"The Habesha Princess: Discovery" weaves an enchanting tapestry of culture, mythology, and destiny. Transport yourself to the rich landscapes of Habesha land, Africa, where sprawling savannahs, lush rainforests, and majestic kingdoms await your exploration. As you delve into an unforgettable tale, prepare to be captivated by the sights, sounds, and flavors of this extraordinary continent’s oldest inhabitants, the Habesha People.

Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of a literary milestone. Grab your copy of "The Habesha Princess: Discovery: Book 1" and let its pages transport you to a world of magic, heritage, and boundless imagination. Witness the birth of a new era in fantasy literature—one that celebrates diversity, embraces cultural pride, and leaves an indelible mark on your soul. Join Princess Selam on her extraordinary journey today and be part of a tale that will inspire generations to come.

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