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Inspired as a boy by the multiple meanings to be found for a single word in the dictionary, Kohei Araki is devoted to the notion that a dictionary is a boat to carry us across the sea of words. But after thirty-seven years creating them at Gembu Books, it's time for him to retire and find his replacement. He discovers a kindred spirit in Mitsuya Majime - a young, disheveled square peg with a penchant for collecting antiquarian books and a background in linguistics - whom he swipes from his company's sales department.

Yuki Hirano is just out of high school when his parents enroll him, against his will, in a forestry training program in the remote mountain village of Kamusari. No phone, no internet, no shopping. Just a small, inviting community where the most common expression is “take it easy.” At first, Yuki is exhausted, fumbles with the tools, asks silly questions, and feels like an outcast. Kamusari is the last place a city boy from Yokohama wants to spend a year of his life. But as resistant as he might be, the scent of the cedars and the staggering beauty of the region have a pull.

Classical guitarist Satoshi Makino has toured the world and is at the height of his career when he first lays eyes on journalist Yoko Komine. Their bond forms instantly. Upon their first meeting, after Makino’s concert in Tokyo, they begin a conversation that will go on for years, with long spells of silence broken by powerful moments of connection. She’s drawn by Makino’s tender music and his sensitivity, and he is intrigued by Yoko’s refinement and intellect. But neither knows enough about love to see it blooming nor has the confidence to make the first move.

It’s been a year since Yuki Hirano left home - or more precisely, was booted from it—to study forestry in the remote mountain village of Kamusari. Being a woodsman is not the future he imagined, but his name means “courage,” and Yuki hopes to live up to it. He’s adapting to his job and learning constantly. In between, he records local legends—tales pulsing with life, passion, and wondrous gods. Kamusari has other charms as well. One of them is Nao.

In this podcast Tiffany describes from her own perspective everything that has to do with life as a whole; from the most mundane things to crazy philosophical concepts, so stick around for all the random talks we’ll be having. New episodes out on Sunday's at 4:00 pm CST

Emotionally guarded Daphne Amos always believed she’d found a kindred spirit in her fiancé, Heath. Both very private people, they’ve kept their pasts hidden from the world, and each other, until Heath’s escalating nightmares begin to put an undeniable strain on their relationship. Determined to give their impending marriage the best chance of succeeding, Heath insists that Daphne join him on a seven-day retreat with Dr. Matthew Cerny, a psychologist celebrated for getting to the root of repressed memories.

Alguien llama con urgencia a la puerta del capitán Alex Riley en plena madrugada. Adormilado, se levanta de la cama y desciende las escaleras para ver de quién se trata y, al abrir, se encuentra con tres hombres uniformados que le ordenan que los acompañe. A Riley no le queda otro remedio que obedecer, sin sospechar, ni remotamente, que a partir de ese momento se verá arrastrado a la aventura más oscura y perturbadora de su vida.

In our image-conscious culture, life can become a never-ending performance. The perfection we feel pressured to project to those in our social sphere comes at the expense of our emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being. In the end, we are left exhausted and unfulfilled. How do we flip the script and feed ourselves rather than simply adding to our feeds? In Soul Care to Save Your Life, author, speaker, and recovering performer Manda Carpenter offers an invitation to shift your focus from performing to purposeful living from the inside out.

Tief im Dunkelwald entdecken die Decoxe Manni und Lilo ein geheimnisvolles Portal, das aus einem Regenbogenlicht gemacht zu sein scheint. Noch nie zuvor haben sie so etwas gesehen! Als sie wagemutig hindurchschlüpfen, finden sie sich plötzlich in einem Märchenland wieder. Was für zauberhafte Wesen mögen ihnen hier begegnen? Und gibt es hier auch blaue Fliegenpilze? Neugierig machen sie sich daran, dieses magische Land zu erforschen.

Der Einsatz in einem Animal Hording Haus geht Polizist Mark ziemlich an die Nieren. Vor allem dieser schüchterne braune Welpe, den er kurzerhand Linus tauft, hat sich direkt in sein Herz geschlichen. Doch sein Lebensgefährte Tim ist alles andere als begeistert von vierbeinigem Familienzuwachs, denn eigentlich haben sie weder die Zeit noch die Erfahrung für einen traumatisierten Hund. Außerdem hatte Tim für den bevorstehenden Valentinstag ganz andere Pläne.

Als Polizist Mark Engel einen kleinen Jungen alleine im Kaufhaus aufgreift, glaubt er zunächst noch an einen klaren Fall von Kindesvernachlässigung. Und das auch noch kurz vor Weihnachten. Doch als er Simon nach Hause bringt und dort auf Tim Würth trifft, ist plötzlich alles anders. Denn Tim braucht dringend Hilfe, und Mark weiß von der ersten Sekunde an, dass er für diesen Job wie geschaffen ist. Eine zuckersüße Gay Romance Weihnachtsgeschichte.

The year is 1903, and tenacious and spirited Aoi Ichi is sold to the most exclusive brothel in Kumamoto, Japan, becoming the protégée of Shinonome, the oiran, or the highest-ranking courtesan. Through Shinonome's teachings, fifteen-year-old Ichi begins to understand the intertwined power of sex and money. Education for a courtesan extends beyond the art of seduction, and as Ichi is taught to read and write she develops a voice that refuses to be dampened by the brothel's rigid hierarchy.

Break free from narcissistic abuse, reclaim your self-esteem, and restore confidence, no matter how long you've suffered. Are you trapped in a cycle of narcissistic torment? Does the memory of manipulation haunt you, leaving you lost and overwhelmed? Do you long to be free to grow and confident, free from narcissistic control? Being a victim of narcissistic behavior is devastating, but you’re not alone. Studies suggest 6.2% of people have Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), causing widespread emotional distress.

Following open heart surgery, poet and writer Peter Carpenter was given one instruction - 'Walk, if you want to stay on this planet'. And so when his hero and inspiration David Bowie died in 2016, he knew what he had to do. The man who was to so many a companion and guide had left no shrine, no focal point of understanding. To reconnect with Bowie, he would take a walk into the past, to the streets, towns and places where David Jones became something more.

Following his hilarious introduction to Paris in French Like Moi, Midwesterner Scott Dominic Carpenter returns to the scene of the crime with more tales of intrigue. This time, though, the story starts with sorrow as Carpenter's wife struggles with dementia. Humor may be the best medicine, but even the antics of a vandal in their building can’t cement the tiles of her memory for long. Before he expects it, the author finds himself alone in a capital that is also blighted by the pandemic.

Infuse Compassion is a podcast hosted by Mark Carpenter and Amy Quesenberry that redefines leadership through the lens of empathy and humanity. Each episode explores actionable ways to create positive, inclusive work environments where compassion is a guiding principle. Mark and Amy bring decades of experience in compassionate leadership, sharing stories, strategies, and insights that inspire listeners to lead by example. Tune in to learn how to foster trust, uplift teams, and make a lasting impact by prioritizing human connection and understanding in the workplace.

Just two girls trying to figure out life now…and life back then! We talk about everything food and history. If you want to learn, laugh, or cry (from happiness or concern) grab your glass, mug, or goblet and tune into the mayhem that is Gobs and Goblets.New episodes are available to watch and listen to every Wednesday!

Are you a 4- or 5-figure author dreaming of getting to 6 figures? Are you exhausted from trying to write more just to see the same income on your dashboard? Do you feel like you’re stuck on a plateau, looking around for whatever secret door will help you level up your author career? If so, I’ve got good news for you. You, my dear listener, are the author I wrote this for.

For over 20 years, Ziauddin Yousafzai has been fighting for equality - first for Malala, his daughter, and then for all girls throughout the world living in patriarchal societies. Taught as a young boy in Pakistan to believe that he was inherently better than his sisters, Ziauddin rebelled against inequality at a young age. And when he had a daughter himself he vowed that Malala would have an education, something usually only given to boys, and he founded a school that Malala could attend.

Step into the secluded world of Hound Haven Inn, where old friends gather for a reunion only to find themselves trapped with a murderer. "The Hound Haven Murders" masterfully blends suspense, mystery, and emotional depth as Ellie and her friends are forced to investigate a shocking crime. Stranded by a relentless storm and surrounded by suspicion, they must delve into their pasts and unravel hidden motives to unearth the truth.