Spread Game: The Federal Prison Cookbook:

100+ Microwave Masterpieces from the Commissary List

The realest cookbook ever written — because it had to be.

In 2013, Justin Smith was indicted on a federal drug conspiracy charge. He served five years. This book is what he built with them.

Inside a federal housing unit, the chow hall keeps you alive — but the microwave keeps you human. SPREAD GAME is the complete cuisine of the American federal prison system: 103 tested recipes made entirely from commissary items and a single microwave, compiled with real BOP commissary lists and organized the way a cook thinks, not the way the order form prints.

Inside you'll find:

• The master commissary list, decoded — the federal pantry by category with real prices, plus the $60 starter pantry

• Technique that changes everything — hot-water-bath cooking, the chip-bag cooker, micro-frying, the cookie-tray bakery, the mayo sear

• The Spread — the communal build-out meal, from The Standard to the eight-man Birthday Spread

• The legendary Mackerel Patty Sandwich — the exact recipe that fed all of B Unit, and the sandwich-business playbook that came with it

• No-oven desserts that defy belief — two full cheesecake builds, cookie-tray brownies, two-minute fudge, and the Visitation Cake

• A full-page photo for every single recipe — 103 dishes shot in the gritty, mouthwatering style of the yard

Written in a voice as real as the yard and clean enough to gift, SPREAD GAME is for currently and formerly incarcerated cooks, the families who fill their commissary accounts, true-crime readers, dorm-room chefs, and anyone who's ever had to make something from nothing.

You don't need an oven. You need a microwave, a list, and the game.

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Spyder Bones

Aaron Prescott, a seasoned soldier and combat medic, is known by fellow soldiers as Spyder Bones a nickname born from his fearless service as a tunnel rat and battlefield medic in Vietnam. During a fearsome battle and medical evacuation attempt, Aaron suffers a near-fatal accident that leaves him in a coma, suspended between life and death. In this extraordinary state, he discovers that humanity is caught in an ancient and ongoing war between the forces of good and evil.

Guided by celestial beings, Aaron learns that supernatural creatures such as vampires and werewolves are far more than myths. Hidden from ordinary society, these beings are part of a larger spiritual conflict that has shaped human history for centuries. Recognized as a Soldier of Light, Aaron undergoes training to become a mystic warrior entrusted with defending humanity against dark forces.

When he awakens from the coma and returns to the physical world, Aaron struggles to reconcile his extraordinary experiences with everyday life. However, he soon realizes that his visions were real when he encounters evidence of the hidden supernatural world operating within modern society. Determined to fulfill his calling, he embarks on a dangerous mission to hunt down The Defiler, an ancient and powerful vampire responsible for spreading suffering and corruption.

As Aaron confronts vampires, werewolves, and other sinister entities, he forms alliances with those who understand the unseen war surrounding them. Yet his greatest challenge lies in balancing his sacred duty with his personal life.

The battle becomes deeply perilous when Aaron discovers that The Defiler's plans threaten not only innocent lives but also his own family. Forced to confront both external evil and his internal fears, Aaron must rely on his faith, courage, and spiritual gifts to face an enemy who has evaded justice for centuries. 

Blending historical fiction with supernatural suspense, Spyder Bones explores timeless themes of good versus evil, redemption, sacrifice, and faith. Aaron Prescott's journey from war-torn soldier to mystic warrior reveals that the greatest battles are often fought in the shadows, where the strength of one's character and the power of hope determine the fate of those they seek to protect

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THE WHISPER IN THE JAR

 

 

THE WHISPER IN THE JAR

Prophecy always demands a witness. She was seventeen when she learned that the gods do not send visions to help. What she saw, she could not unsee. What she warned against, she only hastened. And what she became, no one had a name for. Across the burning cities of the ancient Mediterranean, she walked. She lived among scholars who feared her, slaves who hid her, senators who used her. She loved quietly. She lost everyone. She kept writing letters to a girl who could no longer read them. And when she could bear no more witnessing, she sealed herself inside a clay jar and waited for the world to forget her. The world forgot. Until someone came looking. A literary historical novella in the tradition of Marguerite Yourcenar's Memoirs of Hadrian and Italo Calvino's Invisible Cities. For readers who love quiet, philosophical fiction set in the long shadow of the ancient world.

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We Don't Die

A cocky police detective, Dallas Scott and his best friend and partner, Ray Davis chase after a notorious hit-man, McNeil, and a bad decision by Scott lead to Davis' death. Scott is haunted by his choice and it leads him to become a bad cop and a horrible husband. Now partnered with a new young detective, John Crawford, they finally get a lead on the killer only to come up short. Days later, they find McNeil dead on the street and this still leaves Scott unhappy because he didn't kill the man responsible for his partner's death himself. McNeil's wife asks Scott for help but he refuses and this is a huge mistake which leads to her and her child's death. This incident brings McNeil's ghost to come back and haunt Scott and causes him to have a car accident. Now in the afterlife, the chase is on again with Scott having to go after McNeil for bringing chaos to the people who murdered him and his family. The Stakes are higher than ever in purgatory with Scott having to stop McNeil and having to prevent his soul from getting in the hands of the devil due to his own sins.

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THE GREAT CONN: A True-Life American Hero

 

THE GREAT CONN:

A True-Life American Hero

An awe inspiring story from the skies over China to the legends in the Boxing ring. It's a beautiful love story that warms your heart. Mark Conn will be remembered for his courage and 'heart' that 'The Great Conn' brings to all its readers. Schultz wants to bring this into film so watch for it!

"Mark Conn was truly one of the greatest in the ring alongside with my husband." -Mama Ali, wife of Muhammad Ali

"This story is in the making of a future epic film"

-Gordon Scott Venters, CEO

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Being Great At Your Job Means Nothing: Why Do Recruiters Seek Technical Skills and Hiring Managers Concentrate on Personality and Charm

  

Being Great At Your Job Means Nothing:

Why Do Recruiters Seek Technical Skills and Hiring Managers Concentrate on Personality and Charm

Why are the most qualified candidates often the first ones rejected?

In Being Great At Your Job Means Nothing, tech veteran D.T. Crawford pulls back the curtain on the "invisible machinery" of modern hiring. Through the eyes of Dorian Caldwell and a collection of raw, real-world stories, this book exposes a system that values optics over outcomes and "culture fit" over actual capability.

From the high-speed filter of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to the disconnect between recruiters seeking keywords and managers seeking "vibes," Crawford reveals why meritocracy is often a myth. But this isn't just an exposé—it’s a roadmap for reform.

Discover the ARC Theory (Adaptability, Rigor, and Contribution), a revolutionary human-centered approach to hiring that replaces checkboxes with conversations and mirrors with windows. Whether you are a jobseeker tired of being "algorithmically ignored" or a leader ready to build a team based on true potential, this book is a call to reclaim dignity in the workplace.

It’s time to stop auditing for compliance and start hiring for character.

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Why All Of Your What Ifs Are Holding You Back

Why All Of Your What Ifs Are Holding You Back

A simple framework to break free from the 'What If Loop.' Practical exercises to calm your anxious mind and stop overthinking. Reflection prompts to uncover the patterns behind your fears. Values-based tools for making confident, intentional decisions. Nervous system techniques to quiet anxious thoughts. Small daily actions that build lasting self-trust. A repeatable Six-Step What If Loop Exit Plan. A FREE 30-Day What If Reset to turn insight into lasting change. Guided worksheets and decision templates for everyday life.

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Why All Of Your What Ifs Are Holding You Back

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