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Fires in the Sky: Fifty Years of Experiences in the United States Defense Industry by Richard Janik

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYWJY6P3

https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-janik2110/

What does it take to lead some of the most complex and cutting-edge defense programs in history?

Fires in the Sky takes you behind the scenes of the U.S. defense industry, offering an insider’s perspective on five decades of innovation, leadership, and lessons learned.

With 50 years of experience managing and developing defense programs for the U.S. and international customers, Richard Janik offers a unique memoir filled with insights from tactical weapon systems to strategic missile defense interceptors. His expertise in fostering team cohesion through a “common language” has led to groundbreaking achievements in the industry.

In this book, you will learn how to:

Navigate the complexities of winning and managing defense projects.

Develop a “common language” to create team cohesion and achieve program goals.

Overcome internal and external challenges unique to the defense industry.

Handle the dynamics of international defense programs.

Deal with the notorious “customers from hell” with professionalism and strategy.

Fires in the Sky provides a wealth of real-world experiences to inspire and educate anyone interested in leadership, innovation, or the defense industry. This book captures lessons learned over a 50-year career, helping readers apply these insights to their own professional journeys.

Step into the world of high-stakes defense projects—pick up Fires in the Sky and let these experiences become yours!

Wear Your Waders: From Panic to Peace Vol:1 (New Edition) by Ann Simard

https://www.amazon.com/Wear-Your-Waders-Panic-Peace/dp/B0G43VGTLH

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Born into hardship, I spent years searching for love and acceptance in all the wrong places. Though I knew God was there, I struggled to see His hand in my story—or to recognize my own worth. For a long time, I tried to numb the pain through destructive choices, repeating cycles that seemed impossible to break.

But God had other plans. At my lowest point, He sent an unexpected guide who helped me uncover the truth: that I am worthy, loved, and created for more than survival. Step by step, I learned to embrace myself, to heal, and to live with courage and joy.

Today my life looks very different. The darkness has given way to light, and what once felt like endless struggle has become a testimony of freedom, adventure, and miracles. When you’ve faced the depths of brokenness and discovered the One who loves without limits, fear no longer has the final word.

About the author

Ann Simard is a child of the most high God, a daughter of the King. He has taken her so many places as she wanders through this world. She loves to travel, take photos, and meet people to hear their stories. She will teach you about vulnerability, fearlessness, and the refusal to limit yourself. She lives in wonder of all that is around her with child-like abandon. She knows she is loved with an everlasting love, that her Papa wants nothing but His best for her, and that her purpose is to take the love that is the Light of the World within her and shine it for all the world to see.

I Married A Junkie: Put to the Ultimate Test by Addiction, Love, and Life by Dr. Cali Estes

https://www.amazon.com/Married-Junkie-Ultimate-Test-Addiction/dp/1732178100

Theaddictionsacademy.com

Unpauseyourlife.com

They fight for the love they know is there, hiding beneath a wicked and drug-fueled storm.

This is the story of a relationship overwhelmed by an unbelievable force, addiction. This force attempts to repeatedly destroy Cali and Tim, but through will and determination, the couple finds a way to continue the fight.

The Addictions Coach Dr. Cali Estes and her husband, professional drummer Tim Estes come clean about their amazing story as the couple struggled with Tim’s heroin addiction which threatened to end their relationship…and his life.

Cali grew up in rough and tumble, blue-collar Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Surviving a childhood where verbal abuse was the norm, Cali made her way to higher education, motivated to make something of herself. After realizing she was addicted to food and finding a path to her own recovery, Cali found success in the business world before it all came crashing down.

On her way back up, she discovers Tim in New York City, an aspiring rock musician who had migrated north after leaving his “American Dream” upbringing in Florida. Tim brought aspirations of making it big, like his idols Mötley Crüe, along with a penchant for cocaine and the rock n’ roll lifestyle.

Cali and Tim launch their new lives together and celebrate with a move to the warm Florida sunshine, where Cali’s Addiction Coaching business begins to thrive and so does Tim’s new passion for heroin.

“Cali is a true survivor in life and has taken her pain and turned that negative into a truly positive situation. Cali helps more people than most and remains humble. This book is a must-read for everyone.”

– Tim Ryan, A&E’s Dope Man and A Man in Recovery Foundation

“Dr. Cali Estes helps clients reach their ultimate goal, a lifetime of sobriety. This amazing book is a small peek into what powers her desire to help educate the world on addiction. I’m glad to call you coach!”

– Vance Johnson, former Denver Bronco and Personal Trainer / Coach at Behavioral Health of the Palm Beaches

About the author

Dr. Cali Estes, dubbed The Female Dr. Drew, is a no-nonsense addiction disruptor, high-performance coach, and 6X #1 bestselling author who’s built a global empire in mental health. She’s the powerhouse behind Sober On Demand®, the elite concierge recovery service for CEOs, celebrities, and athletes, and The Addictions Academy, training over 35,000 professionals in 28 countries. Featured in Forbes, CNN, NBC, and People Magazine, Cali fuses neuroscience, psychology, and biohacking to deliver life-changing results. Her bold approach is fueled by real experience, turning personal tragedy into a worldwide mission to help others rise from chaos and thrive. Through Unpause Your Life™, she empowers high-achievers to break cycles, shatter limits, and reclaim their edge. Fierce, fearless, and unapologetic, Cali is the go-to expert for those ready to rewrite their story—and win.

LOH by Rajeev Nanda

https://www.amazon.com/Loh-Rajeev-Nanda/dp/1969572299

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LOH interweaves science, religion, and the rise of sentient machines into a gripping tapestry of intrigue and existential reckoning. As secretive experiments in time manipulation, artificial consciousness, and human hybrids yield unforeseen consequences, an ancient prophecy begins to unfold-one that speaks of the rebirth of a divine being Foretold in nearly every religious scripture. When a mysterious scroll appears at the Vatican, it raises questions that no one has answers to. The Pope is disturbed, sensing an omen. Others, lurking in the shadows, are vigilant in cautious euphoria. With the world always teetering on the edge of chaos fed by religious fanaticism and political ambition, would the arrival of a so-called god unite the civilization or plunge it into its darkest war?

What if the scriptures are true?

What if God provably exists?

Rejoice! The Lord arrives tonight.

About the author

Rajeev is a hi-tech industry veteran with over fourty years of experience in multifarious leadership roles. He started his career as a developer and later moved into management and leadership roles. He has managed cross-functional and cross-geo teams and has worked with CxO level staff on strategic programs.

In his free time, he takes long walks, goes for a bike ride, reads a book, clicks some pictures or troubles his spouse by unnecessarily poking his nose in her affairs. When he is shooed away, he tends to write books, blogs or articles on whatever topic interests him at that time. Lately, it seems, he’s turning more philosophical… he claims it is because of his spiritual growth but his loved ones say that it’s the *cough* age creeping up on him.

He currently lives in California, USA. More about him is available on his personal website.

Simply Put by Andrew Elitzer

https://www.amazon.com/Simply-Put-Andrew-Elitzer/dp/B0CV6RPTMZ

Are we dust in the wind, or are we human beings with a purpose? Are we born to live alone or thrive together? These are questions that have rocked my foundation. Simply Put is my attempt to propose questions in order to find answers. In my search for understanding, I have allowed life to unfold with its wonders and complexities. It is my sincere hope that you will join me on this voyage.