New Releases by Alex Rodriguez

What do you do when life shatters-when trauma, loss, and shame leave you in ruins? For years, Alex Rodriguez carried the weight of abuse, addiction, and war. Born in Mexico and raised in Texas, he faced domestic violence, childhood sexual abuse, homelessness, and gang life before finding temporary refuge in the military. But even there, the pain followed-through the chaos of combat, the scars of PTSD, and the near-fatal night when he tried to end it all. Yet, in his darkest moment, Alex heard the unmistakable voice of God whisper, "I''m not done with you yet." That moment marked the beginning of a long and painful-but beautiful-journey of redemption. In Post-Traumatic Growth: From Ashes to Beauty, Alex shares his powerful testimony of healing and hope. From the trauma of his past to the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, this story reveals how God can take even the most broken life and transform it into a testimony of grace. This isn''t just a story about survival-it''s about transformation. It''s about finding purpose in pain, peace in surrender, and strength in faith. You''ll discover: How Jesus Christ can bring healing where therapy and medication alone fall short. How to move from post-traumatic stress to post-traumatic growth. How your scars can become your strongest testimony. How God''s love restores what trauma tried to destroy. Whether you''ve faced trauma yourself or love someone who has, this book will remind you: There is life after pain. There is purpose after loss. There is beauty after ashes. If God could do it for Alex-He can do it for you. "He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners" (Isaiah 61:1).

DESCRIPTION As a vast network of interconnected devices on the web sets the stage for the future of human cognition, RESTful APIs operate quietly behind the scenes. Representational State Transfer (REST) defines the architectural style of the web to produce distributed, loosely coupled systems that enable and extend this network. Highly recommended for software architects and technical leaders interested in core philosophy, this book is not just another technical manual. Readers move beyond basic API endpoints to engage with the technical rationale in REST''s constraints: client-server, stateless, cacheable, layered, uniform interface, and code on demand. The author examines interactions between the building blocks of the web to explain the why behind these architectural elements, not just the how. For students, engineers, or software developers actively working on REST web services, this book invites you to think like an architect. It treats API design as a serious discipline of software architecture, based on first principles. By the end, readers gain the expertise needed to solve the most complex API design problems through a comprehensive skill set grounded in the timeless architecture of the web itself. This book provides an essential foundation to create APIs that stand the test of time. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● How and why REST became so popular. ● Principle of addressability, a close look at the API surface. ● Understanding HTTP methods intentionally. ● Improving resources step-by-step. ● Advantages of self-guided systems. ● Using layers to protect REST APIs from attacks. ● Architectural strategies that win the future. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for aspiring and experienced software architects, engineers, and API designers with a working background in web development and HTTP who wish to master the principles of RESTful API design. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Breaking Points 2. Resource Identification 3. Resource Manipulation 4. Resource Representation 5. Resource State Management 6. API Security 7. Performance and Scale 8. Further Readings

A Stick of Time: Twenty Minutes to Presence - Ancient Practices for Modern Leaders In a world that moves too fast, true leadership has nothing to do with working harder or speaking louder. It begins with stillness. A Stick of Time is a call to slow down, not as retreat but as training. Drawing from centuries-old Zen and samurai disciplines, this book offers a single, deceptively simple commitment: twenty minutes a day. The time it takes for a stick of incense to burn from end to end. Through vivid stories, practical guidance, and timeless principles, you will learn how to: Anchor your mind in the middle of chaos Speak with clarity that moves people without force Build the steady presence others instinctively trust Recognize and integrate the shadow sides of your leadership Let go of control without losing direction Each chapter is both a mirror and a manual. It shows how a small daily ritual can reshape the way you think, decide, and lead. This is not another productivity hack. It is a discipline that turns guidance into gravity, purpose into lived reality, and leaders into trusted anchors in turbulent times. Twenty minutes. One stick of incense. A lifetime of presence.

Discover the path to inner strength and resilience with 365 Days of Martial Valor. This transformative guide weaves the timeless wisdom of martial arts, Zen philosophy, and the insights of warrior traditions to help readers cultivate a powerful mindset, emotional stability, and spiritual grounding. Each day offers a quote, a meditation, reflection, or journaling prompt designed to deepen one''s understanding of virtues like courage, honor, discipline, and integrity-qualities that empower individuals to live authentically and face life''s challenges with unwavering resolve. Structured across twelve thematic months, 365 Days of Martial Valor invites readers on a journey through core principles such as "The Warrior''s Resolve" in January, "Honor and Integrity" in February, and "Courage in the Face of Adversity" in April. Each month builds upon the last, creating a cohesive path toward mastery, not just of physical skills but of the self. From discipline and humility to wisdom and balance, these teachings resonate beyond martial arts, touching all areas of life. In a world filled with constant distractions, this book provides a sanctuary for the mind and soul, guiding readers through techniques to foster mental clarity and emotional resilience. 365 Days of Martial Valor encourages daily practice, reminding readers that true strength and mastery lie not in the outcome but in the dedication to continual growth. With reflections inspired by figures such as the samurai of feudal Japan and Zen masters, readers are invited to apply these virtues in their own lives, cultivating a calm, focused, and purposeful presence. Whether you are a martial artist, a seeker of personal growth, or simply looking to bring more peace and courage into your daily life, 365 Days of Martial Valor is a companion for anyone committed to self-discovery and inner peace. Let this book be your guide to a life of integrity, resilience, and mastery.

"The Scars I Carry" invites you into the depths of my experiences, offering a collection of poems that chronicle the battles I''ve endured and the scars they have left behind. This book goes beyond being a simple compilation of verses; it is a profound testament to resilience and the unyielding strength it takes to face each day when the weight of past struggles continues to linger. In those quiet moments of solitude, when the world seems distant and the pain feels overwhelming, it''s important to remember that countless others have faced similar battles and are ready to hear your story and help guide you toward a brighter path. Though our journeys are unique, the scars we carry form a bond that transcends our individual experiences. This collection seeks to illuminate that connection, to remind us that while we may endure our pain alone, there is a shared understanding that binds us together. Every poem in this book represents a fragment of my story, a reflection of the silent struggles and the resilience that has brought me to where I am today. These poems are the echoes of nights spent in quiet contemplation and days where every step felt like a monumental effort. They explore the journey of finding light in the darkness and summon the strength to keep moving forward, even when the path ahead is uncertain. As you immerse yourself in these poems, my hope is that you discover pieces of your own story within them. I hope you see your own strength mirrored in these words and understand that while we all confront our battles, we are never truly alone. The scars we carry are not just reminders of our pain; they are symbols of our resilience and our ability to endure and overcome. Through these shared experiences, we can find a sense of community and strength, realizing that together, we can heal and move forward. This book is a testament to the power of connection and the understanding that, despite the unique nature of our individual journeys, we are united by the scars we carry. Each poem is an invitation to reflect, to find solace in the shared human experience, and to embrace the resilience that resides within us all. "The Scars I Carry" is a celebration of our capacity to endure, to heal, and to continue moving forward, no matter how heavy the burden of our past may seem.

"The words I couldn''t say" By Alex Rodriguez is a poem book that dives deep into the authors feelings growing up while dealing with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, self harm, eating disorders, bi polar, ADHD, etc. These poems give a in depth and relatable feeling of what she thought, and how she felt while dealing with them. This book is strongly recommended to teens and adults who experience or know someone who experiences one or many issues listed above. Everyone needs somebody. This book will help you get inside the mind of a mentally ill person and will also help you figure out the words we can never say out loud

As seen in chapter #0 Satan realizes that something was not right in the underworld. Now John Darcon enjoyed a good life after surrendering his weapons and joining the civilian life and is dedicated to agriculture, only he did not expect that his former comrades in arms would find him to kill him because for them it was treason to surrender their weapons in the peace treaty, so he is killed along with his fiancée. Immediately his soul is captured by some entities called Darkcherub that take him to another part of hell and make him possessor of a supernatural entity called Hellborn.

"¡Vender mis servicios es tan difícil!"Buenas noticias: No tiene que ser difícil.Claro, cuando solo insistimos en persuadir, cuando tratamos desesperadamente de convencer a alguien de que se separe del dinero que tanto le costó ganar y nos lo entregue, vender es extremadamente difícil? y al final del día, es simplemente agotador para todos.A fin de cuentas, nadie quiere que le vendan.Pero cuando primero vendemos a las personas una razón por la que deberían prestarnos atención, ¡entonces hacer negocios se convierte en una sencillez!En este libro descubrirás por qué este es el tipo de venta más importante que debes cerrar, incluso antes de hablar sobre tus servicios.También descubrirás:Las tres brechas que se interponen entre tú y tus clientes potenciales, y cómo superarlas.Nueve mentiras mortales que nos decimos a nosotros mismos, junto con poderosos consejos para abolir cada una.Los cuatro problemas principales que podría estar sufriendo tu marca personal en este momento.Las cualidades esenciales de toda marca personal sólida.Tácticas y conocimientos para superar las hordas de otros profesionales que compiten contra ti.El elemento elusivo que las personas olvidan aclarar sobre su propio negocio, lo que les hace perder ventas cada vez, ¡sin siquiera darse cuenta!?y mucho más.Alex Rodríguez ha trabajado con marcas en varios continentes y culturas. Después de asesorar a cientos de líderes empresariales y ayudarlos a mejorar sus resultados de ventas, observó cuatro rasgos esenciales de marcas personales sólidas, las cuales explica en este libro.

Nora knows the rules. Find the time marker, never reveal the secrets of the universe, don''t get involved in the time marker''s lives. However, in nearly every single life cycle, they''re paired together, when it comes to Mason, she breaks all the rules again and again. She found him when he was twelve. In high school, Nora taught him his place in the universe. And their lives were thoroughly intertwined-now more than ever. Despite her mistakes, Nora''s job was easy enough, until everything took a sharp turn. Mason is angry with her, with the universe telling her who she ought to be. Nora knows her role, and what responsibility means. She isn''t about to start questioning why things are the way they are, though in her heart her efforts are beginning to unfurl a fog over her judgment. To add to their cosmic dysfunction, Mason and Nora are only one time warp away from being discovered by time travelers, who would like nothing more than to see Mason restart a life cycle, or thrown out of time completely...

Save time and money while still eating delicious foods that are all keto-approved. Ketogenic Diet Guide & Meal Prep Guide for Beginners - 30 Day Low Carb Healthy Eating Plan for Men & Women to Maximize Weight Loss, was designed specifically for you so that you can finally succeed with an easier way to power through the ketogenic diet! Now you can stick on your keto diet so you can finally achieve your dream body. Now you can lose weight and get healthier without wasting a fortune on expensive meal plans and fancy ingredients. Here Is A Preview Of What''s Inside... Dozens of Easy to Follow Recipes using basic ingredients from your local grocery store. Healthy and Delicious Keto Diet Food For Every Occasion Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and everything in between is easy to find, and easy to make. The Basics of Keto with beginner Tips and Tricks so you can dive right in. Vegan and Vegetarian Keto recipes included The Most Useful Tips and FAQs for Meal Prep A comprehensive step-by-step method, so that anyone can follow along and cook each recipe even if you''re a complete beginner to cooking or keto. And much, much more... Learn to eat keto like a pro so you can shed those extra pounds fast! Now that there''s a comprehensive keto meal prep cookbook that can save you time and money, has easy to cook recipes that don''t cost much - there are no more excuses to not go keto now! Get Healthier And Leaner With Keto Meal Prep Now! Take two seconds to scroll back to the top and buy this book, so you can change your life starting now!

After nearly two decades connecting brands with people through online media, Alex Rodríguez has discovered the five qualities that make digital efforts sizzle. In Digital Bacon, Alex not only reveals what these qualities are, but also explains his proven process to cook up an irresistibly attractive online presence. Five reasons to read this book: 1- You will learn the five qualities that can make your brand sizzle online. 2- You will discover how to refine your offer and its promotion for maximum attraction. 3- You will have a clear and proven roadmap to build your best digital presence. 4- You will learn how to produce the most creative ideas for promoting your product or service. 5- You will have a menu of tactics and strategies that work today.

Before he hit 400 home runs... Before he was named American League MVP... Before he was AROD to millions of fans... He was Alex. Just a kid who wanted to play baseball more than anything else in the world. Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez has drawn on his own childhood experiences to create this exciting picture book. It''s the story of a boy named Alex who knows what it''s like to swing at a wild pitch or have a ball bounce right between his legs. Alex is determined not to let his mistakes set him back—even if it means getting up at the crack of dawn to work on his hitting and fielding before school each day! Full of the spirit of determination and joy in the game that put AROD in a league of his own, Out of the Ballpark is a gift from a great sports hero to every young player who dreams of becoming a star.

Seattle Mariner Alex Rodriguez is one of the most popular players in major league baseball. Now, in his first book for children, Rodriguez tells his story--from his childhood in a single-parent household to his triumphant rookie season in 1996--and his secrets to success. Color illustrations and photos.