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World Famous Military Operations

World Famous Military Operations as the name suggests captures various enthralling and awe-inspiring military operations that have taken place down the ages. Military operations are the coordinated military actions of a state in response to a developing situation. These actions are designed as a military plan to resolve the situation in the state's favour. The operations are referred to by a code name for the purpose of security.

World Famous Trials

This book describes famous and important trails. These trails are important as some of these trails relate to the murder of famous and popular personalities and the rest of them, although not involving famous personalities are such grave and cruel in nature that they shake the conscience of the community. Almost all of these cases occupied the headlines of various newspapers. An attempt has been made in this book to present the world famous trails in a lucid and simple language and in a reader friendly manner, avoiding legal jargon as far as possible, so that along with serving the need of legal professionals it may serve as an interesting reading to a layman also.

Entrapped

What would you do when you start hearing mysterious voices in your dreams saying “We are trapped… free us?" What if these voices keep coming back to haunt you? There is something unusual about the seventeen-year-old Myra Bose. Born to human parents, she is a fairy, who soon starts her new journey at Fae High – a high school for faes and fairies all over the world. This strange new life was not enough to add to Myra’s troubles, she also starts getting strange dreams with mysterious voices, which she is unable to comprehend. They keep her entrapped perpetually. The recurring dreams will unfold many dark secrets. Myra has lots of things to handle – her attention seeking first love Ryan Swift, her trustworthy new friends and the never-ending haunting dreams. Will her life get any better at Fae High? Will Myra ever find out the voices behind the dreams? When her love, Ryan demands her attention, what would be her first priority? About The Author Sneha Kedar was born and raised in Mumbai, Maharastra. She is a graduate in Information Technology. Right now, she is pursuing her Masters in Computer Application from Mumbai University. She is an avid reader and active blogger. She always enjoyed reading paranormal novels, which inspired her to pen down her debut novel, which is also a paranormal fiction. Few of her articles were published in India's leading newspaper, DNA. Know more about her at – http://snehakedar.blogspot.com or contact her at sneha.kedar13@gmail.com

Chandragupta

His life and events have been a subject of controversy creating debates among historians for years Chandragupta Maurya came from humble beginnings plagued by poverty. However, this man's journey through life was going to be anything but ordinary. From being a farmer boy in an unknown village to being a palace attendant in the capital city of Patliputra. The narrative moves on to the untold story of what happened after Chandragupta became the king. From the battlefields of Kalinga to the wars fought in the plains east of River Indus. The book traces the life of a man whose life took sharp ups and downturns till he ventured into the path of spirituality. Spanning 36 years and events in 6 countries of today, this book seeks to tell the story which exists in bit-n-pieces in annals of history. About the Author Rajat did his MBA from IMI (New Delhi) and Ecole-Superieure-de-Commerce (France).He is currently working as Chief Manager in the Technology division of one of India's largest financial institutions. Previously, he had worked on five amateur movie projects. Also, he was part of a theater group, performed in stage shows and street plays for cancer awareness. His other interests include reading books on India history and martial arts. (Email id rajatpillai@sfs.com, Twitter- rajatpillai1980)

50 Soul Stirring Stories

50 Soul Stirring Stories is a collection of delightful stories designed to develop the mind, free it from distortions and connect with the inner spirit. The protagonists here are ordinary people confronted with their own delusions, weaknesses and unaccountable desires. The stories evoke the dilemmas, pain and strange joys of childhood and adulthood. Most of the stories are supported with meaningful illustrations in abstract art that will help the readers to connect better with the story. So plunge into this ocean of truth and wisdom and then bask in the sun as a truly enlightened being! About the Author Prof. Shrikant Prasoon is a reader, teacher, thinker, poet and above all, a humanist. The more he reads and thinks, the more he writes on varied topics, but with one aim ‘to show man the need of Nature and natural life'. He believes that all religions are integral and inseparable, living and developing parts of one basic religion called Humanism; and all the systems are an outcome of the greatest celestial system, which is devised and regulated by the Unseen and Unknown Creator. A retired Professor of English, Prof. Prasoon writes in Hindi with equal ease and also in Sanskrit. His recent books are Knowing Buddha; Knowing Guru Nãnak; Indian Scriptures; Panch Mah?bhuta Tatwa and Sharira; Chãnakya; Net?ji Subh?sh Chandra Bose; Absorbing Buddha; Knowing Kabir and Hinduism Clarified and Simplified. www.shrikantprasoon.com

Love, Me and Bullshit!

"She is a wish. She has no reason. There is no reason for what I am doing. I am just doing." A guaranteed success. A chance at love. One wish. What will you ask for? Searching for love. Trying out sex. Will it be a good substitute? The noose of success. An empty handed freedom. What will you choose? "Moments are not created, they are lived. We don't create moments, we get created in moments." How far can you run from yourself? How long can you escape facing your fears? What will you find when you face them? Will it be worth it? You have a plan. Fate has a design. Who will overcome? What matters is what happened. Is everything in life plain bullshit? "Ah, this is mysterious. And also futile."

Will You Marry Me Cupid

"I began loving you before always and I promise to love you beyond forever. Please marry me, marry me cupid." Sankalp journeys through love led by his cupid. When his final destination is in sight, he turns to look at his beautiful and glorious cupid waiting to be pierced by love. But, lo! The arrow is in Sankalplls hand. Now, with a choice! He is dazzled by the kind of beauty that becomes the reason of wars in history. This moment changes SankalpOs life forever. The story unfolds through a journey filled with dreams, challenges, friendships, betrayal, joy, sorrow, smiles, tears, kisses, hugs, slaps, fights and silence and takes you to a never-heard-of-before climax that paints you with love. Let love give you wings... and an arrow...

The Off-Site Tamasha

In THE OFF-SITE TAMASHA, a team of financial advisors are headed to Kyari for a relaxing three day company off-site. The team includes a dominating boss, his docile subordinate and a rich colleague. The colleague argues with the boss during the various team building games resulting in hilarious outcomes. The predictably planned off-site changes rather dramatically, with the arrival of two mysterious women. They get the attention of the three men. Each of them is sex obsessed and lusts after the women in the hope of a sexual encounter. What follows is a series of interactions- part comical, part sexual, part revelry and part debauchery with telling consequences. What the men don't know is that, the femme fatales have an agenda of their own. They have a job to finish.... Who are these women? What do they want? Who will finally come out on 'top' in this carnal pursuit with the women? Will it be the married boss? ...The unmarried subordinate? ...Or the rich but rather ugly looking colleague? About The Author ABHAY NAGARAJAN'S bestselling debut novel Corporate Atyaachaar- the comical journey of an office doormat was published in November 2010. It was long-listed (in the fiction category) for the Crossword-Vodofone Book Award 2010. It also featured on India Today's fiction best sellers list (in March and Apri12011). Born in 1983, Abhay did his schooling in Mumbai and Bangalore. He studied commerce at SRCC and followed that up with a Masters degree in Finance (MFC) at Delhi University. After having worked as a financial advisor for a few years, he took time off to pursue his interest in fiction writing. Apart from writing, he also enjoys reading up on cricket statistics, his first love since class five. He currently lives in Bangalore.

If It's Not Forever. It's Not Love.

If you die tomorrow, what would your last words be? It's just another afternoon in Deb's life, when a powerful blast rips across the heart of Delhi – Chandni Chowk. He is unhurt, but emotionally scarred. Haunted by the blast for many days, he seeks redemption. One day, while wandering near the blast site, he finds a half-burnt diary, written by someone who died on that fateful day. The burnt diary entrusts Deb with a strange responsibility - the last words of a dead man. Shrey, his best buddy since college, and Avantika, his girlfriend, unknowingly join him on his road trip, as he tries to put together the pieces of the dead guy's intriguing story. About the author Durjoy Datta is bestselling author of five books and has sold over a million copies over the last three years. His books are, Of Course I Love You! (2008), Now That You' re Rich! (2009), She Broke Up, I Didn t! (2010), Ohh Yes, I Am Single! (2011) and You Were My Crush! (2011). All of these books have enjoyed prolonged stays on various bestseller lists. One of the youngest and the most prolific authors in the Indian fiction scene, his works are characterized by dark humor and in-your-face realism. He is seen as one of the most unabashed writers in the genre. Nikita Singh is the bestselling author of Accidentally In Love! And Love@facebook. She was named the Carry Bradshaw of India, and recognized as one of the “Faces To Look Out For” by The Times of India.

Dancing With Maharaja

Set in the late 90's and the millennium year, Dancing with Maharaja is about how Satish - the only son of Rajaraman, a rich liquor - shop owner in Madurai and rated "beyond repair" by all his school and college teachers - much against his will finds himself in the streets of Old Rajinder Nagar teeming with tea shops, moms on rent, book stalls and IAS coaching institutes; and what is in store for him in the demanding and eventful journey of IAS exams. Woven around the rigorous IAS exams schedule of prelims-mains-interview, the story captures the lift style of the civil service aspirants and explores the myriad hues and shades of all that go into making the steel frame of the country. About The Author Sundar (S. Sundar Rajan) is an Indian Revenue Service officer, hailing from one of the southernmost districts of our country, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. Before joining the civil services in the year 2007, Sundar had a brief stint with Tata Chemicals Ltd. An engineering graduate from BITS, Pilani, the author completed his MBA from SIBM, Pune (2004). A person with no specific interest, Sundar is fond of many things in life like - movies, writing, a bit of reading, traveling, photography, some cricket, music, etc. Married to one of his IRS batch-mates, Jayanthi, the author is currently serving as an Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax in Goa. This is the author's first work of fiction. Earlier he had co-authored along with this elder brother, S. Nagarajan IAS, a preparation guide for the civil services exam - "Topper's Tips". Sundar can be reached at sundarsajan@gmail.com and www.pilanipictures.blogspot.com

Losing My Virginity And Other Dumb Ideas

Kaveri is thirty, single, knows seven languages, is an interpreter by profession, has read all the books about men and how to get a date. Yet, she has not been able to figure out the language of love. Since the 'THE ONE GREAT LOVE' of her life has eluded her for thirty years and might never show up, she decides to take matters into her own hands. On her thirtieth birthday, she makes a resolution love or no love, she is going to lose her virginity. Life, however, has other plans! About The Author Madhuri is the director of a creative production house that can do almost anything in the media from making brochures to producing TV shows. She is a complete media professional, having worked in all forms of the visual medium TV, advertisements, documentaries. She has worked as a senior assistant director for film-makers like Subhash Ghai, Kaizad Gustad and Rohan Sippy, and music director Anu Malik. Madhuri has an MA in Communication and Films from Jamia Millia Islamia her thesis film, 'Between Dualities', won her the National Award for best documentary on women's issues in 1999. Besides media, she is passionate about travelling, yoga and reading. She is currently working on commercial film scripts and her next book. She is active on Twitter, Facebook and writes a blog (http://madhuribanerjee.blogspot.com/).

Switched

What if your entire world was built on a lie? Wendy Everly knew she was different the day her mother tried to kill her and accused her of having been switched at birth. Although certain she’s not the monster her mother claimed she is – she does feel that she doesn’t quite fit in. Only the intense and darkly handsome newcomer Finn holds the key to her past, the answers to her strange powers and is the doorway to a place she never imagined could exist: Förening, the home of the Trylle.... A million copy ebook bestseller, in paperback for the first time Amanda is a member of the elite Kindle millionaire club–alongside James Patterson and Stieg Larsson, and at only 27 years old! Amanda’s entirely new Watersong series will publish in the autumn A true global phenomenon. Amanda Hocking is set to be as renowned as J K Rowling and Stephanie Meyer About the Author Amanda Hocking is twenty-six years old, lives in Minnesota and had never sold a single book before 15 April 2010. She will shortly sell her millionth. Her books have been a self-publishing phenomenon - according to the Observer, Amanda is ‘the most spectacular example of an author striking gold through ebooks’. The Trylle Trilogy will be published in quick succession in Spring 2012, followed by the launch of Amanda’ s new Waterstong series in the autumn.

Regency Mischief

Regency Improprieties

Regency Revenge

The Outside Man

The outside man is society lawyer Adam Shaw. A northerner in a southern town jealous of its secrets, he finds the dead body of his best friend's wealthy wife -- and his friend is missing. In a world where wealthy people will stop at nothing to maintain a genteel image, Shaw must gamble his career, his marriage, and his very life in a passionate quest for the real murderer -- and learn the shocking truth about his own past and future . . . . "A classic detective story." -- The New York Times Book Review "Rich, complex, beautifully written." -- The New Republic "Richard North Patterson seems destined for celebrity status, alongside Scott Turow and John Grisham, as an acknowledged master." -- Los Angeles Times Book Review

Violent Ward

If America is a lunatic asylum, then California is the Violent Ward. Mickey Murphy is a criminal lawyer with an office in LA’s downtown low-rent district, an ex-wife who bleeds him for money, clients who would plead the Fifth Amendment if they could count that high, and an unrequited passion for his wealthiest client’s wife. To make matters worse, Mickey finds himself embroiled against his wishes in an elaborate and clever scam that’s going askew, and being interrogated by the LAPD about a brutal murder. With an observant eye and ear for the California ‘scene’, Deighton once again uses his brilliant storytelling skills to propel an exciting and suspenseful narrative at breakneck speed to a dramatic climax in a riot-torn city. This new reissue includes a foreword from the cover designer, Oscar-winning filmmaker Arnold Schwartzman, and a brand new introduction by Len Deighton, which offers a fascinating insight into the writing of the story. About the Author Born in London, Len Deighton served in the RAF before graduating from the Royal College of Art (which recently elected him a Senior Fellow). While in New York City working as a magazine illustrator he began writing his first novel, The Ipcress File, which was published in 1962. He is now the author of more than thirty books of fiction and non-fiction. At present living in Europe, he has, over the years, lived with his family in ten different countries from Austria to Portugal.

Mamista

Deep in Marxist Guerilla territory a hopeless war is being fought. The Berlin Wall is demolished. Marx is dead. Try telling that to Ramon and his desperate men hiding in the jungle cradling their AK 47s, dusting off the slabs of Semtex and dreaming of world revolution. MAMista takes us to the dusty, violent capital of Spanish Guiana in South America, and thence into the depths of the rain forest; the heart of darkness itself. There, four people become caught up in a struggle both political and personal, a struggle corrupted by ironies and deceits, and riddled with the accidents of war. They are four people who never should have found themselves bound together in a mission for revolution. Ralph Lucas, the Australian doctor, came to the jungle on charitable business, strictly civilian. Tending frontline casualties of war, with too few medical supplies and only a beautiful but untrained woman by his side, was not on the agenda. Gerald Singer, tough, black warrior, with an indomitable sense of humour, was already in guerrilla territory. He can take it. Up to a point. Angel Paz, part charming youngster, part violent hoodlum, has theories about everything. His arrogance will set in motion the last terrible endgame. But it is Inez who will suffer the most; for being a woman, an educated woman. At guerrilla headquarters she was Ramon’s right-hand. In the jungle she is the butt of men’s jokes and the subject of their fantasies. For the men in Washington this MAMista ‘patrol’ is just one short entry in a busy worldwide agenda. But for the three men and one woman trapped in the jungle of our nightmares it is the sentence of death. Never has Deighton portrayed so accurately the terror and the tedium of war, or the shifting alliances and betrayals between people who have nothing to lose but their lives. This new reissue includes a foreword from the cover designer, Oscar-winning filmmaker Arnold Schwartzman, and a brand new introduction by Len Deighton, which offers a fascinating insight into the writing of the story. About the Author Born in London, Len Deighton served in the RAF before graduating from the Royal College of Art (which recently elected him a Senior Fellow). While in New York City working as a magazine illustrator he began writing his first novel, The Ipcress File, which was published in 1962. He is now the author of more than thirty books of fiction and non-fiction. At present living in Europe, he has, over the years, lived with his family in ten different countries from Austria to Portugal.

City Of Gold

January 1942. Rommel’s seemingly invincible Afrika Korps is at the gates of Egypt – perhaps soon to threaten Cairo itself. And Rommel has a spy in the city – a source so well- informed that the German commander knows in advance every movement of the allied forces. Amongst the teeming streets and bazaars, the British, led by Major Albert Cutler, must find him. But Cairo is a city of fool's gold, where nothing and nobody, not even Cutler, can be taken at face value. This new reissue includes a foreword from the cover designer, Oscar-winning filmmaker Arnold Schwartzman, and a brand new introduction by Len Deighton, which offers a fascinating insight into the writing of the story. About the Author Born in London, Len Deighton served in the RAF before graduating from the Royal College of Art (which recently elected him a Senior Fellow). While in New York City working as a magazine illustrator he began writing his first novel, The Ipcress File, which was published in 1962. He is now the author of more than thirty books of fiction and non-fiction. At present living in Europe, he has, over the years, lived with his family in ten different countries from Austria to Portugal.

Only When I Larf

The three confidence tricksters - two blokes and a bird - had a style that earned them millions. Silas was the leader, slick and self-assured – but dissatisfied. Bob was the junior partner, longing for the open road where pickings were rich and the living was easy. And Liz, Silas' mistress, was... in between. Theirs was a built-in love triangle with its own rewards... and its own dangers. In New York these con-artists do a 'business deal' worth millions. But back in London Silas' plan to bilk an emergent African nation misfires. Then Bob takes over the running of the operation – and Liz. A Beirut bank is their target and each member of the trio gets what he or she deserves – each with a twist of lemon. This new reissue includes a foreword from the cover designer, Oscar- winning filmmaker Arnold Schwartzman, and a brand new introduction by Len Deighton, which offers a fascinating insight into the writing of the story. About the Author Born in London, Len Deighton served in the RAF before graduating from the Royal College of Art (which recently elected him a Senior Fellow). While in New York City working as a magazine illustrator he began writing his first novel, The Ipcress File, which was published in 1962. He is now the author of more than thirty books of fiction and non-fiction. At present living in Europe, he has, over the years, lived with his family in ten different countries from Austria to Portugal.

To Sir With Love.

When a woman refuses to sit next to him on the bus, Rick Braithewaite is saddened and angered by her prejudice. In post-war cosmopolitan London he had hoped for a more enlightened attitude. When he begins his first teaching job in a tough East End school the reactions are the same. Slowly and painfully some of the barriers are broken down. He shames his pupils, wrestles with them, enlightens them and eventually comes to love them. To Sir With Love is the story of a dedicated teacher who turns hate into love, teenage rebelliousness into self-respect, contempt into consideration for others - the story of a man's own integrity winning through against all the odds.

To Cut a Long Story Short.

The latest short-story collection from the master storyteller. The fourteen - all new - stories show Jeffrey Archer's great skills with a wide variety of character, of subject and of setting, but all with that trademark twist in the tail. Every reader will have their own favourites: the choices run from love at first sight across the train tracks to the cleverest of confidence tricks, from the quirks of the legal profession - and those who are able to manipulate both sides of the bar - to the creative financial talents of a member of Her Majesty's diplomatic service - but for a good cause. The last story, 'The Grass is Always Greener', is possibly the best piece Archer has written, and will haunt you for the rest of your life.

Six Sacred Stones

For a mysterious ceremony in an unknown location has triggered a catastrophic countdown that will climax in the destruction of all life on Earth. But there is one last hope. If Jack's team can find and rebuild a legendary ancient device known only as the "Machine", they might be able to ward off this coming Armageddon. And so the hunt begins.

How to Stop Worring And Start Living

Worry affects everyone and descends with ease upon work, money, family life and relationships. This book offers practical strategies for breaking out of this destructive habit, before it breaks you. Dale Carnegie shows how worry has been conquered by thousands, some famous, but most just ordinary people, and offers practical suggestions for leading a more positive and enjoyable life. Worry-free tips include: - Fundamental facts you should know about worry - A magic formula for solving worry situations - How to eliminate fifty per cent of your business worries - Seven ways to cultivate a mental attitude that will bring you peace and happiness - How to keep from worrying about criticism - Six ways to prevent fatigue and worry - Personal tips from those who have conquered worry Try his methods today and this book could change the way of your future.