Asia Adventure

A chauvinistic playboy, working for the Galactic Task Force. A naïve cyborg, hiding from the people that built her. Can she avoid becoming just another bedpost notch? Psychic intel agent, Casanova, just wants to ride out his suspension with as many conquests as possible. But a fateful encounter with a stalker cyborg dubbed Jinx flips his plan on its head. Somehow, he agrees to an undercover mission on Milantra, one of the wealthiest planets in the galaxy. Unsupervised and surrounded by depravity, the two struggle to work together as they fight their hidden (and not so hidden) desire for ...

North Korea is known as the most repressive country on Earth, with a dictatorial leader, a starving population, and harsh punishment for rebellion. Perfect place for a family vacation, right? Yet that's exactly where Mia Andrews finds herself, on a tour with her aid-worker father and fractious older brother, Simon. Mia was adopted from South Korea as a baby, and the trip raises tough questions about who she really is. Then her dad is arrested for spying, just as forbidden photographs of North Korean slave-labor camps fall into Mia's hands.

The audio edition of On the Grand Trunk Road is finally available, revised and updated with new material. Focusing on Coll's journeys in conflict-ridden India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Afghanistan as a bureau chief for The Washington Post, On the Grand Trunk Road reveals a little-seen area of the world where violence, corruption, and greed have had devastating effects on South Asians from all walks of life.

This is an incredible story of adventure, human ingenuity, persistence, and resilience that shows firsthand what it is to adventure as a woman in the most dangerous of circumstance, what it is to be truly alone in the wild, and why someone would challenge themselves with an expedition others would call crazy. For Marquis, her story is about freedom, being alive and wild by nature.

Peaks and Lamas is one of the classic early 20th-century accounts of travelling in the Himalayas on the borders of Tibet. It describes two journeys in the 1930s, one physically active and one more of spiritual investigation. It starts as the title suggests, as a mountaineering adventure, when a group of English climbers set out to climb unconquered peaks in the Himalayas. The audiobook ends with a warning of the deleterious effect of Western culture on traditional art and values and an idealistic polemic on education.

Can she escape her fate? In 1942 China, Magnolia dreams of becoming a soldier, and marriage is the last thing on her mind. But when her father’s superior, a Sichuan army general, arranges for her to marry the Mosuo chief, she becomes bound to a man she has never met. To escape her fate, Magnolia decides to run away. Alas, she runs right into the man she is supposed to marry. Zhaxi is on his way to pick up his future bride. The daughter of an army captain will strengthen his ties with the Hans. But his betrothed turns out to be much different than he expected: she’s rebellious and ...

Noble Prince Jen is the one person that his father, King Ta'i, trusts enough to send on a mission to the legendary kingdom of Tien-Kuo. The prince eagerly begins his quest bearing only enormous pride and humble gifts. From the onset, however, the young ruler marches headlong into misfortune. Separated from his faithful servant, the prince finds himself fending off murderers, falling prey to trickery, and searching for a village girl who plays a magic flute. But it isn’t until he faces his most challenging personal trial that the he fully realizes the power hidden in each humble gift.

Eleven-year-old Thom Ngho is keeping a secret: she's strong. like suuuuper strong. Freakishly strong. And it's making it impossible for her to fit in at her new middle school. In a desperate bid to get rid of her super strength, Thom makes a deal with the Monkey King, a powerful deity and legendary trickster she accidentally released from his 500-year prison sentence. Thom agrees to help the Monkey King get back his magical staff if he'll take away her strength.

War has been simmering for generations, but the Legend is about to make the violence boil over. Forces gather from across the continent and even across the world as complex conflicts are forced into narrow categories. For the first time, Tani and her allies have a chance to make a difference, but that will pit them against one of the most dangerous warriors in the world. The Zeitai wants war as much as the Hero, and the result may really be the end of everything. Time is running out, sending everyone scattering in different directions before the final battle.

Emotional story of a young boy's unique journey. Twelve-year-old Ram was born and raised in a small village in Nepal. He’s destined to be a village farmer like his father, but he dreams of so much more. Then, a mysterious opportunity in the form of an olive-green Land Rover comes to whisk him away into a new life. Through dedicated service and the gift of education, Ram can become more than he ever thought possible. As he transitions to adulthood, though, he begins to wonder if the path he’s on is the right one for him. A voice is telling him to “go home”, but he’s not sure where ...

Amy has always loved art, but lately her drawings have been less than impressive. There's no passion, no personality, no...magic. Until Amy visits her Lao Lao, her grandmother, and finds an ancient paintbrush that brings anything Amy creates to life! Now her creation Luna has taken over her bedroom and is running through the streets of Flushing, Queens. What awaits: an international adventure filled with an ancient Chinese legend, a greedy adversary and ghastly beasts!

Zombies, cults, and a desperate search for a cure...two friends must test the limits of their relationship in this action-packed apocalyptic romance where secrets are the key to survival. The US government has been keeping a secret… During the Vietnam War, they created zombies, and if the undead ever escaped, they created a backup plan. Code Z. A last-ditch contingency for if their ill-advised creation should ever cause an outbreak. Unfortunately, the day has come for that plan to be enacted. Navy SEALs Malcolm White and Zack Morris are on a mission to rescue the Governor of Virginia from...

Princess Shiori made a deathbed promise to return the dragon's pearl to its rightful owner, but keeping that promise is more dangerous than she ever imagined. She must journey to the kingdom of dragons, navigate political intrigue among humans and dragons alike, fend off thieves who covet the pearl for themselves and will go to any lengths to get it, all the while cultivating the appearance of a perfect princess to dissuade those who would see her burned at the stake for the magic that runs in her blood.

All Roads a Novel by Julian Bound A journey of awakening in the foothills of the Himalayas When Josh’s intended two month holiday in Thailand heads in an unexpected direction the doors of a new world are opened to him. Pulled away from his comfort zone and led across Asia by a turn of surprising encounters and events, he finds himself in locations never thought of before. From Thailand and Cambodia’s golden temples to the banks of China’s Li River, and from the high altitudes of Tibet’s ancient monasteries to Nepal’s sacred lakes, Josh gains insights into Asia’s concepts and ...

Princess of Wind and Sea The Princess of Nature Series, Book Two By Cassandra Finnerty In 1773, the prince and princess travel across the globe on a series of secret missions. Along the way, they run into unexpected dangers. Aisling's magical abilities are increasing, but dark forces who seek to destroy her powers are hunting them. The prince must protect her at all costs, as they fight for survival and abiding love. If you like fantasy, action-adventure and romance, you'll love this novel by Cassandra Finnerty.

Mas Arai's best friend, Haruo, is getting married, and he has grudgingly agreed to serve as best man. But when an ancient Japanese doll display of Haruo's fiance goes missing, the wedding is called off with fingers pointed at Haruo. To solve the mystery and to save Haruo's life, Mas must untangle a web of secrecy, heartbreaking memories, and murder.

Welcome to Tales of Wonder and Wisdom! Inside these pages, you'll embark on adventures filled with courage, kindness, dreams, friendship, and the magic of listening. Each story is crafted to inspire you, teach valuable lessons, and ignite your imagination. May these tales encourage you to dream big, be kind, and embrace every wonderful moment of your journey.

Trapped in the clutches of a Zombie apocalypse, the City of Chicago, the murder capital of the U.S., unleashes the ultimate weapon, capitalism, by paying $1,000 for every Re-Killed Zombie brought to city hall, ushering in "The Great Zombie Gold Rush". Zombies never have a chance in a world where people realize 75 Zombies pays off their student loans, 40 Zombies buys them a Tesla, 5 Zombies wipes out their Visa debt...

Not your typical travelogue. Instead, this book is organized by the nature of the experience the author had while traveling. I am an avid world traveler. I have lived in a variety of international locations, and I have both studied abroad and taught abroad. I have backpacked, camped out, stayed at youth hostels, and now, in my senior years, I have stayed in topnotch hotels and resorts. I have flown standby, and I have flown first class. I have hitchhiked, and I have taken public transportation, slow trains, fast trains, boats, and ships. I cherish my memories. They are solid, like granite, ...

Selvi is a free spirit who loves climbing in the beautiful mountains behind her home. There, she befriended Lokka, a leopard with a beautiful coat and huge golden eyes. Together, they roam the wilderness as they please. But when hunters come with bows and arrows, Selvi knows she must stop them before they hurt Lokka. But what can she do against such powerful enemies, especially when the friends and family she turns to for help are not all they seem to be? To rescue her leopard friend, first Selvi must outwit the poachers and expose the mastermind behind it all.