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<b>'There's no easy way to share your story with the world, but I'm an optimist to the core and refuse to be defined by my tragedies. Life can shake you up and tear you down, but even when you're at your worst, there's hope, and you have an opportunity to rebuild.'</b><br/><br/><i>Heroes </i>and <i>Nashville </i>star Hayden Panettiere reclaims her story in a remarkably candid memoir.<br/><br/>Hayden Panettiere's career in entertainment began before she was old enough to walk. From early commercials to film and television roles in hits like <i>Remember the Titans</i>, her career unfolded in the public eye resulting in tremendous success by her early teens. She had become a fixture of early-2000s pop culture, earning acclaim for performances in <i>Heroes</i>,<i> Nashville </i>(which earned her two Golden Globe nominations) and beyond-while quietly carrying the weight of expectations that came with being Hollywood's "It girl."<br/><br/>Behind the image was a far more complicated reality. As Hayden entered adulthood, the industry that once felt playful grew unforgiving. The pressure placed on young performers, the hefty price that often comes with fame, and how quickly someone else can take control of your story. She recounts being scrutinized by tabloids, watching her body and private pain become public property, and performing storylines on-screen that echoed trauma she was living through off camera.<br/><br/>In this memoir, Hayden shares a rare and intimate glimpse into her life behind closed doors opening up about postpartum depression, addiction and recovery, trauma, domestic abuse, and loss. She holds nothing back as she reflects on the moments she calls "lifequakes"- experiences that fractured her sense of self and forced her to rebuild it from the inside out.<br/><br/>In <i>This Is Me: A Reckoning</i> Hayden showcases her most vulnerable role yet . . . this is her story on her terms.

<b>Who really rules our future? </b><br/><br/>When Silicon Valley says it is 'moving fast and breaking things', the world interprets the chaos as a necessary cost of innovation. Gil Duran reveals something far more sinister: a decades-long campaign to replace elected governments with corporate rule.<br/><br/>Drawing on insider political experience and new investigations, Duran traces this ideology from its philosophical roots in <i>The Sovereign Individual</i> by James Dale Davidson and Lord William Rees-Mogg. He introduces its modern apostles - Peter Thiel, Marc Andreessen, Balaji Srinivasan and Elon Musk - and shows how the promise of technological liberation has transformed into a global movement for digital feudalism, powered by cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence and the algorithmic propaganda of social media.<br/><br/><i>The Nerd Reich</i> explains the origins, strategies and ambitions of Silicon Valley's war on democracy for the first time. From San Francisco's manipulated elections and secret billionaire projects to the corridors of Downing Street and the White House, Duran exposes how the world's richest men are building a new political order.

'<strong>Fiendishly clever and highly addictive.</strong>' <strong>Ian Moore</strong> <br/><br/>The perfect Christmas gift for armchair detectives - Agatha Christie meets <em>Murdle . </em> <br/><br/> <strong>12 murderous mysteries to read.</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>20 perplexing puzzles to solve.</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>1 mystifying murder to unravel...</strong> <br/><br/> <strong><em>Mastermind </em>Puzzlemaster Sarah Dunnakey cordially invites you to crack the code of who killed Edward Luddenham.</strong> <br/><br/>It's the first anniversary of the mysterious death of Edward Luddenham, found dead at his home on the Yorkshire moors one frosty Christmas Eve. <br/><br/>Now nine people gather at his manor house for the reading of the Will. Each has their own motivations for coming: curiosity, duty, unrequited love, desperation, greed. <br/><br/>They have been instructed to bring a "festive mystery story" to share. <br/><br/> <strong>But all <em>you </em>need is a pencil.</strong> <br/><br/>Safe from the biting cold and the relentless snowfall outside, settle in with your favourite tipple in hand, as the storytelling begins. <br/><br/>Though you'll need to keep your wits about you - for among those present is Edward's killer... <br/><br/> <strong>Can you solve the puzzles and unmask the murderer before they strike again?</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>Agatha Christie meets <em>Murdle</em> with these twelve puzzling whodunnits from renowned professional puzzler Sarah Dunnakey, that will test even the most seasoned of sleuths this Christmas.</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>Perfect for fans of BBC's <em>Ludwig</em>, Robert Thorogood and Alexandra Benedict.</strong> <strong>Praise for <em>The Twelve Murders of Christmas</em>:</strong> <br/><br/>'Fiendishly clever and highly addictive reading. Perfect for a quiet Christmas corner by the fire.' <strong>Ian Moore</strong>, author of <em>Death & Croissants</em> <br/><br/>'<strong>An inventive combination of gripping read and fiendish puzzles</strong>. If you liked BBC's <em>Ludwig</em>, you'll love this.' <strong>Paddy Duffy</strong>, panellist on Radio 4's <em>Round Britain Quiz</em> <br/><br/>'Wonderfully well crafted and delightfully devilish at every turn - it's Christmas crime with a head scratchingly fantastic twist.' <strong>Jonathan Whitelaw</strong>, author of <em>Murder in Tinsel Town</em> <br/><br/>'Such a treat - fiendishly clever murder mysteries along with puzzles that will keep you guessing for ages ... I can't think of a better present for everyone you know. Just remember to keep a copy for yourself.' <strong>Amanda Lees</strong>, author of <em>The Dictionary of Crime</em> <br/><br/>'Very, very clever and like nothing I've ever read before,' <strong>Alex Pine</strong>, author of <em>The Killer in the Cold</em> <br/><br/>'A perfect stocking filler this Christmas for anyone who enjoys a good yarn and is an enthusiastic puzzler.' <strong>Liz Fielding</strong>, author of <em>Murder Under the Mistletoe</em> <br/><br/>'Utterly addictive - never has the phrase "one more chapter before bed" been so literarily appropriate.' <strong>G.D. Wright</strong>, author of <em>Into the Storm</em> <br/><br/>'A totally unique book, combining great murder mysteries with proper brain-teasers. I loved it, and I'm sure other puzzle fans will too.' <strong>Antony Johnston</strong>, author of <em>The Dog Sitter Detective</em> <br/><br/> <strong>Mystery lovers and puzzle fanatics can't get enough of <em>The Twelve Murders of Christmas</em>:</strong> <br/><br/>'<strong>Challenging and fun</strong>. It's a joyful book and <strong>an ideal gift</strong> or an emergency boredom break-glass for yourself.' Netgalley review <br/><br/>'<strong>Engrossing </strong>and <strong>enjoyable </strong>throughout, with surprises and a <strong>brilliantly done</strong> build up.' Netgalley review <br/><br/>'An <strong>enthralling </strong>blend of classic mystery and challenging puzzles that <strong>will delight</strong> fans of both genres.' Netgalley review <br/><br/>'A lot of fun and <strong>definitely recommended</strong>.' Netgalley review <br/><br/>'These <strong>deliciously dark</strong> stories <strong>will keep you guessing</strong> until the very end.' Netgalley review

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The art of fire-writing is a returning trend, and there is no better way to learn the technique and inspire yourself than through this up-to-date edition of Daniel Wright's ultimate introduction to pyrography. <br/><br/>Daniel Wright's enthusiasm for his subject is beautifully captured in a sequence of clear, easy-to-follow step-by-step photographs and unique projects. Taking his inspiration from pen-and-ink, engraving and watercolour techniques, he demonstrates many exciting methods and traditional ways of woodburning to create myriad patterns, pictures and motifs including landscapes, trees, flowers, animals and buildings. <br/><br/>Information is included on the types of wood to use, how to prepare surfaces, working with the grain and enhancing designs. He goes on to illustrate shading and faux marquetry, and there's a section on using photographs and sketches to produce your own designs. With each new technique, a project is introduced by Daniel to help you learn and explore your new skill - from burning your own chessboard to a stunning fairytale stool design for your little one's bedroom. Finally, advice and demonstrations are provided on decorating old wooden objects, revitalizing much-loved pieces by working patterns into their worn, textured surfaces. <br/><br/>This book will inspire, entertain and instruct you, whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced pyrographer.

The dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991 raised hopes that we were one step closer to the triumph of liberalism. Soon, many predicted, we would all be living in functional liberal democracies. Sustained economic growth would benefit all segments of society and war would be a relic of the past. A generation later, one can only ask: What happened? Nobel laureate Daron Acemoglu argues in this powerful book that liberal democracy flourished when it pursued its core promises of shared prosperity, democratic governance, and the free pursuit of knowledge. But liberalism, a philosophy built to challenge power, never fully adjusted to becoming the establishment. Nor was it able to deal with the economic and social disruptions that digital technologies wrought. Worse, in the postindustrial economy, liberalism turned its back on its core promises. As a segment of college-educated elites became politically dominant and separated from the rest of society, they sowed the seeds of widespread inequality while intensifying efforts to reshape mass culture and values. Acemoglu, using the wide interdisciplinary lens that has won him acclaim, documents the extraordinary, unparalleled progress that liberalism created, and recounts how liberal democratic institutions plunged themselves into crisis over the last several decades. Looking at rapid advances in technology, shifts in regulatory environments, global political history, and economics, Acemoglu lucidly lays out the successes and failures of our most important political system. And he envisions a new way forward, which he calls working-class liberalism: a philosophy that prioritizes shared prosperity, empowers communities, and accommodates a range of values and views.

<strong>Travel through all the Pokemon regions in this epic search and find!</strong> <br/><br/>From Alola to Sinnoh, Kanto to Galar, this book takes you on a journey through all the regions of of Pokemon. Find Electric-type Pokemon playing in the park, Water-type Pokemon in Johto creek and many more in this search and find adventure. <br/><br/>Hours of fun to be had seeking Pikachu and his friends in every action-packed scene!