Birth Science

Two tiny lizardmen scientist-criminals power up their illegal wormhole generator, getting ready to kidnap their next victim by pulling the poor human across the galaxy in an instant, forever trapping him in the Accord of Souls. Maybe this human won’t destroy everything they love. The last human they kidnapped killed the big boss, took over their criminal gang, and now, threatens to conquer the entire galaxy. The problem? Despite being criminals, the human they want to kidnap is a cop. What could possibly go wrong?

DIVINE THREADS: UNRAVELLING THE ORIGINS OF DIVINE BELIEFS Do you wonder why humanity has always been drawn to the mystical and the sacred? How would your understanding of the world change if you could trace the origins and evolution of divine beliefs across cultures and history? What if you could explore the minds of our ancestors and discover how their search for meaning shaped our present-day spirituality? Imagine having access to a comprehensive guide that unravels the intricate tapestry of divine thought and practice. Imagine your appreciation for diverse belief systems growing as you ...

The world is desperate for cobalt. It drives the proliferation of digital and clean technologies. But this "demon metal" has a horrific present and a troubled history. The modern search for cobalt has brought investors back to a small town in Northern Canada, a place called Cobalt. Like the demon metal, this town has a dark and turbulent history.

Delphie's magic red shoes are suddenly feeling too tight, and she really doesn't want to give them up! But before she has time to worry, her friends in Enchantia need her help. King Rat is trying to spoil the Queen's birthday show; can Delphie help undo his mischief?

Why is it that children in a family can share the same gene pool, a similar socio-economic environment and experience similar parenting styles yet have fundamentally different personalities, interests and even different careers as adults? Birth order! The implications for parents, teachers and adults involved with children are many. First published in 2003 to great acclaim, this fully revised and updated edition seeks to increase the listener's understanding of birth order theory.

In 2017, five-year-old Julia traveled with her mother, Guadalupe, from Honduras to the United States. Her harrowing journey took her through Mexico in the cargo section of a tractor trailer. Then she was separated from her mother, who was held hostage by smugglers who exploited her physically and financially. At the United States border, Julia came through the processing center as an unaccompanied minor after being separated from her stepdad who was deported.

Having a pet dragon is very fun. You can teach your dragon to sit, stand, roll over, and you can even potty train him...But when it comes to your dragon’s birthday, what do you do? You throw a birthday party for your dragon! How do you do it? Get this book now and learn how!

Are you ready to be dazzled? “Vanishing Sun: Behind the Amazing Science of the Solar Eclipse" is your ultimate guide to understanding and experiencing one of nature's most breathtaking spectacles. This book contains updated information on the solar eclipse of 2024, as well as a schedule of the next few that you won't want to miss! Imagine a world where the sun vanishes in the middle of the day, and the sky darkens to an eerie twilight. It's not a scene from a science fiction movie; it's a real celestial event that has captivated humans for millennia. Solar eclipses are not just awe-...

Running away is never the answer. After escaping from the Rogue Sect, John and Sarah find something new about each other. They're both Siders. Their path of loneliness will now take a turn, finding new allies in the most unexpected of places. But good things come hand-in-hand with the bad. Elder Han and his son are not willing to give up their chase. Chris's obsession over possessing Sarah's body for himself is not to be taken lightly. Nor is his father's. Fight or flight, it's now their choice.

In the early 1960s, Dr. Frances Oldham Kelsey of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration became one of the most celebrated women in America when she prevented a deadly sedative from entering the U.S. market. A Canadian-born pharmacologist and physician, Kelsey saved countless Americans from the devastating side effects of thalidomide, routinely given to pregnant women to prevent morning sickness. As the FDA medical officer charged with reviewing Merrell Pharmaceutical’s application for approval, Kelsey was unconvinced that there was sufficient evidence of the drug’s efficacy and safety.

From his hardscrabble NYC upbringing, through the NYPD ranks, to command of America's first ever joint task force on terrorism alongside the FBI, Kevin M. Hallinan lived a lot of history. From beat cop to detective, Hallinan maneuvered through some of America's most volatile decades and saw from the inside the tenuous gray line between law and order.

The war between the Court of Dark and Light waged for far too long. But at long last, each side has set their elemental magick and weapons down, and the Treaty of Bodhicitta is signed. The rules are clear. Never again will the Fae spill their own blood, and human worship must be equal to both courts. But while Queen Aurora and King Jarvok were playing their war games, the outside world has moved on from polytheism to monotheism. Now, the humans understand worship, equals power and wealth.

What do an intergalactic art thief, a snarky AI, and a sexy protestor have in common? It’s up to them to save the universe! Mathia thinks stealing Princess Rosalie’s spaceship will lead to a peaceful protest.

The crisis that followed the collapse of Lehman Brothers marked the fourth systemic transformation of capitalism since the late 18th century. Capitalism was not destroyed by the crisis, but it was irrevocably changed. This provocative audiobook shows how the forces that precipitated the financial meltdown of 2007-2009 are now creating a new and stronger version of the global capitalist system. This system will continue to be led and shaped by the U.S. if its businesses and politicians play their cards well.

The disappearance of a college student marks the beginning of a new game, one that Algos had carefully orchestrated before his departure. Little did Claudia Hayes know that when she woke up, her life would take a twisted turn. Instead of studying psychopathic serial killers, someone enhanced her to become one - the leading lady in a sick game of chaos.

Five years after the Knights unified the empires, rebels rise from the ashes of the Althaean Siege, and Mirari and Gaven are thrust into a world of treachery and uncertainty. Gaven will stop at nothing until all members of the Blessed are captured. However, when Mirari discovers the truth about the Blessed, she is torn between her duty as Gaven’s partner and her desire to help the oppressed. Suspicion and secrets swirl, and as the weight of past regrets consumes Gaven, Mirari is forced to make heart-wrenching decisions that will forever alter her destiny.

Birth control offers women the opportunity to prevent pregnancy, plan and space their births, or have no births at all. And yet, in the United States, half of all pregnancies remain unintended, and access to birth control is beset by inequities in education, access, and coverage. Birth Control: What Everyone Needs to Know will offer more than a user's guide to available means of contraception: it will examine how supported family-planning infrastructure impacts society as a whole.

Birth of the White Man is a philosophical look at the intention behind America's founding in order to educate and encourage dialogue about the system of racism that exists as a result.

We all know the mysterious and evil character Herobrine, but did you know he wasn't always that way? In Herobrine - Birth of a Monster, you are about to discover the real story behind the legend of Herobrine. What happened to make him the monster he is, and why he's forever seeking justice in the Minecraft world.

Reddit hails itself as 'the front page of the Internet'. It's the sixth most-visited website in the world -- and yet, millions have no idea what it is. They should be paying attention. We Are the Nerds takes listeners inside this captivating, maddening enterprise, whose army of obsessed users have been credited with everything from solving crimes and spurring millions in charitable donations to seeding alt-right fury and even landing Donald Trump in the White House.