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The fall of the United Nations 'safe area' of Srebrenica in July 1995 to Bosnian Serb and Serbian forces stands out as the international community's most egregious failure to intervene during the Bosnian war. It led to genocide, forced displacement and a legacy of loss. But wartime inaction has since spurred numerous postwar attempts to address the atrocities' effects on Bosnian society and its diaspora. Srebrenica in the Aftermath of Genocide reveals how interactions between local, national and international interventions - from refugee return and resettlement to commemorations, war crimes trials, immigration proceedings and election reform - have led to subtle, positive effects of social repair, despite persistent attempts at denial. Using an interdisciplinary approach, diverse research methods, and more than a decade of fieldwork in five countries, Lara J. Nettelfield and Sarah E. Wagner trace the genocide's reverberations in Bosnia and abroad. The findings of this study have implications for research on post-conflict societies around the world.

SOMETIMES...Bear Ridge is the cutest little town that no one can remember. It gathers magic like faerie dust to a wand, especially at Christmas. Toni Bell hasn't believed in magic since her parents died. She's been on her own for more than a decade, driving from town to town, job to job, gig to gig, living out of her truck turned tiny home, making a point to never get attached. She's on her way to the West Coast for New Year's Eve, and plans to be on the road for Christmas, hoping to avoid the heartache being reminded of how alone she is brings. But a wrong turn, a loose dog, and a bollard pole change her world.IT TAKES A LITTLE MAGICStuck in Bear Ridge until her truck can be fixed, Toni decides to make the best of it only to discover everything she's ever wanted, and never dared to wish for, were all within her grasp. Nicodemus Panait makes her want to believe in magic, miracles, and Christmas, but she's afraid that all he offers will prove too good to be true. Nico knows what his forever looks like, but he has only until Christmas to make Toni see it too. Fortunately, he has fate and love on his side.

In "Let's Get Naked," poet extraordinaire Sarahtonin presents a collection of verses that peel back the layers of the human experience with unflinching transparency, guiding readers through a journey of healing, connection, and self-discovery. This collection is not about shedding clothes; it's about shedding pretenses and embracing authenticity in all its raw beauty. With a blend of depth, wit, and humor, Sarahtonin captures the essence of vulnerability in a way that both enlightens and entertains. Each poem serves as a mirror, reflecting our shared struggles, triumphs, and desires. Through candid language and unexpected turns of phrase, the poet invites us to confront our innermost truths and celebrate the messy, imperfect, and utterly human aspects of ourselves. The collection navigates themes of love, loss, resilience, and growth with a refreshing honesty that feels like a long-overdue heart-to-heart conversation with a trusted friend. From introspective musings on the scars we carry to playful reflections on the absurdities of modern life, "Let's Get Naked" covers a spectrum of emotions with grace and authenticity. What sets this collection apart is its ability to infuse even the most poignant moments with humor. Sarahtonin has a knack for finding levity in the darkest corners of the soul, reminding us that laughter is a vital part of the healing process. Whether through clever wordplay or sharp observations on human quirks, the poet skillfully weaves humor into the fabric of each poem, making the collection as enjoyable as it is enlightening. Ultimately, "Let's Get Naked" is an invitation to embrace our true selves and forge genuine connections with others. It encourages readers to strip away facades, lay bare their vulnerabilities, and discover the profound beauty that emerges from living authentically. This is poetry that speaks to the soul, with wisdom, wit, and a generous dose of laughter.

Thosha-Tol isn't supposed to exist. For the first years of his life, the only person who can even see him is the guardian chosen by the Goddesses who created him. Thosha-Tol is Jaffine, the last race on a steadily advancing planet who still follow the laws of the Goddesses, rejecting all technology in favor of a simple life. But Thosha was created to break all of their laws. In order to save his Goddesses, Thosha-Tol will need to travel where no Jaffine has dared, away from his homeland, his planet, out to the stars where the god killers have gathered. Using the simple magic he was born with, Thosha-Tol must battle creatures that died out before history began and find those who pulled them out of the deadlands. When it matters most, Thosha-Tol finds himself betrayed and abandoned by his Goddesses, forced to choose who he wants to be. The guardian of the gods as he was born to be or the killer of gods he has the power to be.

To save the world from a demon apocalypse, hunter Leilani Scott and sorcerer Blake Pratt will have to risk everything: their lives, their souls, and their newfound love. THREE WORLDS, ONE SAVIOR Hunter Leilani Scott hasn't been on the job long, but she knows an uptick in monster attacks can't mean anything good for humanity. The powers responsible for protecting the borders can't-or won't-put a stop to it. In fact, the only person willing to believe her is sorcerer Blake Pratt. Distrustful of anyone or anything not entirely human, and certain the handsome magic-user knows more than he's telling her, Lei senses they'll have to act as one as she crosses into realms where human life is forbidden. She and Blake will risk everything-their lives, their souls, and their newfound love-to fight an army of demons to stop an apocalypse.