Thursday, August 28, 2025

NAGA SATRIA – THE SERPENT’S HEIR

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by KAL KAMEL
Imagine a world of volcanic islands, dense jungles, and shimmering turquoise seas. This is Nusantara, the 13th-century Southeast Asian archipelago, a vibrant maritime crossroads teeming with a thousand cultures. It was a world of immense wealth, where sprawling port cities were home to Javanese kings, Malay sultans, Bugis sailors, and merchants from Arabia and China. Here, empires were built on the spice trade, fleets of massive wooden ships ruled the waves, and the fate of kingdoms was decided by the monsoon winds.

Into this world steps Arya Suryanata, the grieving son of a legendary general from the Singhasari kingdom. He inherits not only his father’s command but also Naga Satria, a sentient, soul-bound keris (a distinctive dagger from Southeast Asia known for its asymmetrical and often wavy blade), a magic blade humming with the ancient power. His first command from the ruthless king of Singhasari is absolute: lead a fleet, find the defiant trading kingdom of Selat Kenchana, and break them.
But the King’s orders betray every principle of honor Arya was raised to uphold. He is torn between his duty as a soldier and the legacy of his father, a man who wielded power with wisdom, not just brutality.

As Arya's fleet navigates treacherous mangrove swamps, he finds himself in a shadow war against an unseen enemy. He is confronted not only Selat Kenchana's prideful war chief, but also by Melati, a beautiful, intelligent and enigmatic envoy who speaks of peace, forcing Arya to question if his king’s path is the only one.
Haunted by visions from the blade and tested by a power he can barely control, Arya must make a choice. The path of duty leads to destruction and a loss of his soul. The path of honor could be seen as treason. With the fate of kingdoms hanging on his command, Arya discovers that the most dangerous serpent he must master is not the one in his sword, but the one coiled around his own heart.
Background
The book was meticulously researched to bring the incredible world of 13th-century Nusantara to life. The politics, the real historical figures, the design of the ships, and the spiritual beliefs around the keris and the Nāga are all rooted in actual history and mythology. Being from Southeast Asia and from Malaysia in particular, my aim was to create a story that isn't a generic fantasy setting, but rather, a real piece of world history, a "hidden history" brought to life.







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Sunday, August 17, 2025

THE VALLEY OF THE HIDDEN: A WILD, SUSPENSEFUL JOURNEY INTO A LOST WORLD OF ANCIENT HISTORY

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THE VALLEY OF THE HIDDEN:

A WILD, SUSPENSEFUL JOURNEY INTO A LOST WORLD OF ANCIENT HISTORY


October 2022: Svante Pääbo wins the Nobel Prize. The Neanderthal genome is sequenced, and we begin to understand: Our human cousins weren't grunting brutes, but rather skilful, resourceful, and empathetic. What if they didn't go extinct? Could they have survived to this day?

Hidden in the forgotten corners of the world, our human relatives—the Neanderthals—lie silent. Clever beings, gifted hunters, lost to history’s pages . . . until now.

Lilly Feron never expected her quiet life running a wolf park in Utah to be upended by a single, dead animal. But when a wolf believed to be extinct with a spear tip lodged in its neck turns up on a highway, everything changes.

The weapon, made from Neanderthal bone only a few decades old, should be impossible. After all, Neanderthals vanished thirty-five thousand years ago. She learns of a trapper who claims to have seen such a strange wolf, hidden deep in the Bitterroot Mountains. Was it the same animal?

Lilly and paleoanthropologist Austin Walker dig deeper, and uncover amazing truths about the existence of Neanderthals. Could they still be out there living in isolation?

As the mystery unfolds, they must wrestle with a gripping secret—one that forces them to question everything they thought they knew about history, humanity, and what lives in the wild. All before the authorities put an end to it.

The past isn’t gone. It’s waiting. And it’s about to make its presence known.

The Valley of the Hidden masterfully blends anthropological science with vivid storytelling, offering a gripping exploration of human resilience, culture, and belief in a forgotten world. With an archaeologist’s precision and a novelist’s imagination, J.M.G. Schmidt reconstructs an ancient way of life that feels startlingly real. Think Neanderthals were just grunting brutes? Think again. This fascinating journey into our deep past will challenge everything you thought you knew about our long-lost cousins.”—Patrick Keeney, Canadian author and journalist



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Thursday, August 14, 2025

Intro to Crypto, Cold Wallets, and Self-Banking

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🔐 Your Intro to Crypto, Cold Wallets & Self-Banking The $29.99 Guide Every Gen X & Millennial Should Own Think you’re late to crypto? You’re actually right on time. Whether you’ve already dipped your toe into Bitcoin or you’re just trying to figure out what a cold wallet actually is—this easy-to-follow eBook was made for you. 💡 Inside this guide, you’ll learn: What crypto is and why it matters more now than ever How to protect your coins from scams, crashes, and lost passwords The difference between hot wallets vs. cold wallets (and which one keeps your coins safer) How to become your own bank — no middleman, no approval required Why Gen X and Millennials are leading the self-banking revolution The basics of forming an LLC to hold your crypto like a true asset This isn’t just theory — it’s packed with actionable steps, no fluff, and real tools to help you move from curiosity to confidence. Whether you’re holding $100 in crypto or planning to go full DeFi, this $29.99 guide is your blueprint for long-term wealth, security, and independence.




Wednesday, August 13, 2025

Romancing the Galaxy: Adventures of a Cosmic Wanderer

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Romancing the Galaxy:

Adventures of a Cosmic Wanderer


Noir is an anomaly in a galaxy engineered for perfection, naturally born in a world where humans are designed in labs. A rogue contractor, a man haunted by loss, and a survivor in a universe that never wanted him, Noir has learned to navigate the underbelly of interstellar society. But everything unravels when he's assigned a high-risk mission to transport the galaxy's most dangerous cyborg criminal, Humar Danjon, across the lawless Xenosys region.

Hijackers, corrupt syndicates, and a long-buried cosmic threat collide as Noir's simple job turns into a fight for survival. Alongside Saffron, an alien woman caught in the chaos, and Pulse, a rival contractor with secrets of her own, Noir must outmaneuver enemies he never saw coming-including those closest to him.

But when an insidious virus is unleashed and the walls between empires crumble, Noir is forced to confront the truth: this was never just a job. The fate of entire civilizations may rest on the choices of a man who was never meant to matter.

Explosive, dark, and deeply human, Romancing the Galaxy is a gripping space opera blending cyberpunk intrigue, deep personal struggles, and high-stakes adventure. Fans of The Expanse, Altered Carbon, and Mass Effect will find themselves at home in this thrilling sci-fi noir.





Tuesday, August 12, 2025

True North: Field Guide

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True North: Field Guide


The Human Experience is unique to each of us, but the concepts and events found within are universal.

True North: Field Guide serves as an introduction to finding sense within one’s life to live with intention and purpose.

A structure of understanding how to view the day, yourself, and Life to go from Here to There.

It doesn’t matter your walk of life, where you’ve come from, or how lofty your goals, there is always room for betterment for yourself and those around you.

Through the Field Guide you can make it through the River of Change, find your way through the Wilds, and ultimately 
make it to your own life’s mountain top.

Monday, August 11, 2025

How to Stop Being Toxic and Build Healthy Relationships

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How to Stop Being Toxic and Build Healthy Relationships : Overcome Emotional Manipulation and Passive Aggressive Behavior, Improve Communication, Boost Confidence, and Set Boundaries Without Guilt


Break Free from Toxic Cycles and Build the Healthy Relationships You Deserve

Are you trapped in cycles of negativity, struggling with toxic habits, or finding it difficult to build meaningful relationships? Do you long for a life filled with happiness, emotional balance, and strong connections with those around you? It’s time to break free, heal from the past, and embrace a brighter future!

As Naval Ravikant said, “To write a great book, you must first become the book.”

In this transformative guide, Clara Mendel provides the essential tools that helped her heal from emotional chaos and find lasting peace.

Grounded in real experience, this book offers clear steps, compassionate insight, and steady support to help you overcome harmful behaviors, regain emotional control, and create strong, fulfilling relationships, with a mix of practical strategies and expert insights.

Who Is Clara Mendel?

Clara Mendel is a trusted voice in emotional healing. Her personal journey from chaos to clarity has become a guide for thousands seeking real, lasting change.

What Makes This Book Different?

Unlike surface-level self-help books, this one is grounded in raw, lived experience. It takes you deep into the real root causes of toxic behavior, helping you understand where negativity begins and how to release it for good.

Through relatable stories, real-world examples, and step-by-step guidance, it’s transformation, not a temporary fix.

Perfect for readers who value real-world insight and authenticity over purely theoretical advice.

This Book Offers: A way out and a way forward. With clarity, emotional strength, and real, lasting change.


 





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Sunday, August 10, 2025

Unlimited Tradesman: The 7-Week Blueprint to Accelerate Your Income, Opportunity & Outcomes

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Unlimited Tradesman:

The 7-Week Blueprint to Accelerate Your Income, Opportunity & Outcomes


STOP GRINDING. START WINNING.

You’re busting your knuckles in the cold, the chaos, the mud—believing it’ll pay off. A company truck. A competitive salary. A seat at the table. A life on your terms.

Wake up.

You know how to build a map—but no one taught you how to read it. Countless tradesmen and contractors are left stuck without a clear path to elevate their position, their company, or their life. Feeling stuck isn’t unique. What you do about it is.

If every weekday feels like a rerun, here’s your wake-up call: You haven’t changed—but you’ve expected everything else to. The ones who win? They adapt. They grow. They lead. The real Decision-Makers don’t just swing harder—they master people, profit, perception, and potential—they accelerate.

This is the essential guide for the blue-collar worker who’s done waiting—and the contractor who’s not done building.

Tradesmen will master the social jungle, build allies, stack high-value connections, speak with purpose, influence outcomes, eliminate costly mistakes, and skyrocket their value.

Contractors will build better assets in the field—and stronger balance sheets in the books. A team with the right mindset and skills reduces turnover, increases accountability, boosts safety, sharpens communication, and drives productivity.

This simple, effective roadmap delivers high-income skills, strategic insights, and weekly jobsite challenges to turn you into a decision-maker—the kind contractors fight to keep, promote, and invest in.

Stop waiting for permission.
Start building your legacy—today




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