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Gritty, authentic, and deeply personal, this complete collection of poetry of an addict compiles over 125 haikus that explore the darkness of addiction and offering a mixture of musings, reflections, and thoughts captured from moments of author Brett C. Persson’s life. Ranging from vivid wordplay written while sober to fragments and flashes of thought that were snatched from the depths of drug and alcohol use, these poems illuminate the mind of a man who struggled for decades with pain, grief, and substance abuse.

Artfully combining the obscure and the profound, Inept & Random Thoughts Captured in Haiku paints a vivid and imaginative picture through verse, drawing on a classic Japanese form of poetry to deliver profound messages and thought-provoking reflections. Weaving together themes of death, pain, and hope, these poignant haikus will encourage you to think and reflect as it draws out deeper meanings through vivid and descriptive wordplay.

Beautifully communicating timeless themes through the form of classic Japanese Tankas, this thought-provoking poetry collection pushes against the border of love and loss, painting a vivid picture with flowing prose and imagery that leaves a lasting impression in the minds of all who hear it. Embodying the reflections of poet and author Brett C. Persson, A Leaf on the Wind wades through the tumultuous depths of uncertainty and pain, offering a source of comfort and peace as it plays over stories of hope, nature, and light.

Suppose our lives do get that happy ending we’ve all dreamed of. We’re born; we grow up (usually with a rough childhood). We experience one or many jobs, relationships, loss of loved ones, sickness, or financial hardships. Like most people, we struggle from paycheck to paycheck just to make ends meet. Inside this book, you may find the answers you seek. You may find comfort in knowing that you’re not alone, or you might know someone who would benefit in realizing similarities and understanding are all around us.

Following the classic Japanese haiku structure that has made it such a popular and beloved form of poetry, Just a Passing Moment in Time offers us a window into human life, an event that is a brief moment in eternity but a powerful and everlasting odyssey for everyone it touches. Author and poet Brett C. Persson invites you on a journey to discover the fullness of human experience, weaving imaginative wordplay that explores everything from the mundane to the extraordinary. This collection will give you a newfound perspective and appreciation for the little things in life.

With the raging culture war, the underlying "race war" is rarely addressed in a more reasoned way. Roderick Edwards, author of many taboo-challenging books, takes on the controversial topic of what part other White people played in colonization and slavery. The Other White People is a detailed look into the history and contributions of peoples such as the Vikings and the Russians: White people who did not participate in the colonization of the Americas nor the Atlantic slave trade of Africans.

Son of the Morning is an intriguing descriptive account of the rise, reign, and fall of the greatest deceiver to ever exist, Lucifer, and the nation made for him. This information-packed account lays the substantial ground work for the intricate historical influence of Lucifer and the holy kingdom he attacked.

Congress and the Constitution are under attack all around the world. Muzzled and muffled are the voices of virtue and reason under a medical face mask. All that remains is confusion, chaos, and COVID.

Wouldn't it be great if we all could achieve the success of the ultra-wealthy? We all could, but we need to learn the basics of not budgeting but cash flow. The wealthy treat their lives like a business. The book explodes the myth that you need to earn a high income to be rich and explains the difference between working for money and having your money work for you. The wealthy use things like profit and loss statements and balance sheets. Therefore, this book is dedicated to cash flow and creating a simple yet easy formula for you to set up your budget.

The Cheat Code is an audiobook on exercise and nutrition that explains why the traditional method of "calories in vs. calories out" dieting doesn't work for most people. This book also covers why eating five to six small meals a day can be counterproductive to losing body fat. This program provides a simple plan that consists of eating two to three times per day combined with 30 minutes of cardiovascular training and three days a week of resistance training. Following this protocol will melt body fat and allow you to maintain a healthy body weight year-round.

As a profound collection of Japanese haiku poetry, this illuminating audiobook transports you on a journey through the troubled life of one tormented soul. From a childhood marred by abuse and neglect to a life poisoned by addiction, Jake was plunged down a dark path from an early age by the cruelties of fate.

Fact-based research in Elmira, New York, shows it has a long, rich history that is both dark and glowing with the spirits of yesteryear. From being a stop on the Underground Railroad to housing Camp Rathbun–a Union Army barracks turned Civil War Prison Camp–to harboring the various spirits of those lives taken involuntarily and those who took their own lives, Elmira and her surrounding cities offer more than a couple mysterious and haunting locations to explore.

From assaults on historical figures such as John A. Macdonald to cancel culture and charges that Canada is a genocidal nation-state, the country that every generation and every immigrant built is now facing routine and corrosive attacks. How did this happen? In this new book, twenty critical thinkers provide answers: we are awash in relentless grievance narratives and utopians who expect Canada’s history to be perfect. The rise of critical theory, identity politics, and ideological politics in the education system also play a part.

This comprehensive guide provides listeners with eight easy-to-follow steps that make success faster, avoid burnout, and being overwhelmed in a STEM career. Throughout the book, Jeffrey focuses on topics such as self-awareness, overcoming failures and mistakes, developing a growth mindset, and embracing emotional intelligence for success.

As the powerful conclusion to a 35-year-long love affair with poetry, this poignant book compiles author Brett C Persson’s farewell to haiku, echoing with a bittersweet yet beautiful send-off to a passion that helped support him through his darkest moments.

Have you ever thought about becoming a professional truck driver? Are you looking for a comprehensive resource for passing the CDL exam? My book will teach you everything you need to know to pass your CDL test!

This book is the audio edition of the Study Guide for the US Immigration Exam. Studying this material does not guarantee you US citizenship.

This is the perfect book for any young baseball fan. It’s a collection of some of the greatest stories in the history of professional baseball, told specifically for an audience of young listeners. The Most Amazing Baseball Stories of All Time for Kids is the perfect gift for all young baseball players and fans.

The Mighty Cross Gospel Singers have maintained a strong presence. The founder, Felton L. Holmes, steered the ship through the tumultuous early 1960s. This era was defined by some of the most contentious periods in American history—a time marked by the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, protests, and the emergence of a generation gap. It was within these challenging times that the need for inspiration was paramount in sustaining weary hearts.

The Florida Industrial School for Boys, which in later years was Dozier School for Boys existed for over a century in the panhandle town of Marianna. Boys from throughout the state went there to be reformed. Early on, some residents were orphans as young as five-years-old who were placed in custodial care.