An original short story by New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci. Frank Becker is a highly sought after, expert assassin. When Becker takes a mysterious job, he has no idea that it will force him to delve deeply into his own past. Undeterred by obstacles he is determined to complete his assignment. But he may realize too late that his success will permanently alter his future.

In this exciting short story, Frank Becker is a man with a mission that doesn't turn out quite as planned. His life is far from ordinary, and he knows how deadly routine can be if someone wants to do you harm . . . No Time Left is a gripping quick read from David Baldacci, the internationally bestselling author of The Camel Club series.

From acclaimed author Ursula K. Le Guin, a collection of thoughts--always adroit, often acerbic--on aging, belief, the state of literature, and the state of the nation

An original short story by New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci. Frank Becker is a highly sought after, expert assassin. When Becker takes a mysterious job, he has no idea that it will force him to delve deeply into his own past. Undeterred by obstacles he is determined to complete his assignment. But he may realize too late that his success will permanently alter his future.

Being sixteen means all kinds of freedom—driving on your own, going to the mall with friends, dating. But Dawn Rochelle can't feel free because of the fear that her cancer will return. Maybe her greatest freedom can only come when she has the courage to live—when she has no time to cry.

We spent the latter years of our lives loving our husband or wife, but the joy we share in this life is praying, worshipping, praising, and preparing for the afterlife by loving our Heavenly Father and his son, Lord Jesus Christ. That is what this life is all about—loving our lives because of our love for the Lord Jesus Christ.

The story of a microbiologist's remarkable career, from identifying the Ebolavirus to pioneering AIDS research and policy.