Earth Systems

Are you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or anxious—and yearning for something real to hold onto? When water moves, it finds a way through impossible cracks. When your hands touch soil, something ancient remembers its place in creation. In a world that often pulls us away from ourselves, nature quietly waits to bring us home. Nature's Path to Inner Peace: Rituals for Anxiety Relief and Self-Compassion is a gentle invitation to reconnect—with your breath, your body, your emotions, and the living world that surrounds you. This book isn't about fixing yourself—because you are not ...

Alec West and his party made it to Bastion. They thought that was the hard part. Inside the Obelisk’s largest remaining stronghold, survival has changed: shifting alliances, faction politics, and the latest system update—PvP enabled, even within the Safe Zone. Safety is an illusion. Loyalty is leverage. And someone inside wants Alec’s team shattered… or dead. As rival factions clash and the party uncovers a deeper conspiracy, Alec must navigate a web of bounty boards, backroom deals, and escalating threats. But beyond the walls, something darker stirs. The Obelisk isn’t done ...

Rax and crew come upon a bunch of Earth Freaks... folks who romanticized the erstwhile Earth. The Freaks want an exact replica of Earth for their "plan" which was - for things to go back the way they were before space travel. Apparently they wanted the entire galactic population to resettle back in Earth. Rax and crew return to what they do best... build the iffiest of iffy planets... Earth.

The Beacon is broken. The Void is rising. And Alec West just hit Tier 4. After crossing the Ascension Gate, Alec awakens alone in the Continuum—a collapsing Nexus realm where biomes fracture, time loops glitch, and Obelisk protocols unravel. His party is scattered across the shards. His only ally? Rival Nodebearer Darius Kane. Survival means ascending to Tier 4, mastering Dimensional Affinity, and forging unlikely alliances among the wreckage of lost worlds. But something worse is hunting them. The Nullborn Prime—a sentient World Boss born of void and time—is tearing through Nexus ...

The end is here—and Alec West holds the fuse. After shattering the Ascension Gate and entering the Core World, Alec—now an Ascendant Warden—stands one irreversible choice away from saving Earth… or severing it forever. The Beacon’s heart is broken. The Void Dragon rules the skies. A one-minute countdown ticks across every reality shard. Worse, Harbinger champion Darius Kane wants the Beacon’s core—and the power to reshape existence—for himself. To stop the collapse, Alec must: Reunite his scattered party—Rina, Virgil, Cole, Mark, Eleanor, and Miranda—within a realm where...

A Call to Action for a Planet in Crisis In an era where wildfires rage with unprecedented intensity, landscapes are stripped of life, and ecosystems teeter on the brink of collapse, Preventing Wildfires, Healing Landscapes, and Restoring Ecosystems: Reviving Earth's Balance offers a transformative vision for our planet's future. This is not just a book; it is a rallying cry for individuals, communities, and leaders to embrace their collective power to heal the Earth and secure a thriving future for generations to come. Harnessing Nature's Wisdom Drawing upon the latest scientific insights, ...

JOIN THE CORPS AND EXPLORE NEW PLANETS. EXPERIENCE ADVENTURE IN FARAWAY LANDS The Corps of Discovery goes where most men fear to tread - unexplored alternate Earths! Bill Clark thought he had joined the Corps to explore new planets, only to find out there was a lot more to it than that. His new home is far freer than the one he left, but also more dangerous. Bill begins to wonder if he'll be able to survive on these new worlds. It’s not just the Pleistocene predators he has to avoid, but somebody is actively trying to kill him and the woman he loves. Is his life really worth joining the ...

Venus: The Veiled Twin explores the dark beauty and deadly nature of Earth's “sister” planet. Despite its brilliant exterior, Venus hides a volatile atmosphere filled with toxic clouds, an uninhabitable greenhouse effect, and acidic rain. This book unpacks the harsh reality of Venus’s turbulent surface and what ancient clues suggest about its potentially habitable past. Venus serves as a warning about Earth’s delicate balance and the unforeseen consequences of climate change. Through vivid descriptions and in-depth scientific analysis, learn what Venus’s extreme conditions can ...

A dystopian science fiction epic set in the Alpha Centauri system during the 31st century.In the 31st century, Earth's most dangerous criminals, rebels, and zealots are exiled to New Australia, a remote planet in the Alpha Centauri system. Stripped of their rights and abandoned, these sixty individuals are forced to forge a new society from the harsh and unforgiving terrain. Over centuries, their descendants grow into a population of millions, maintaining the legacy of their thirty original family names. Vernon Jones 711 has always known the world as a place where science is abandoned, and ...

Soil covers most of the land on Earth. It feeds plants and is home to many animals. Discover why soil is an important part of nature!

The sun's family of planets become a familiar place in this personal account of the lives of other worlds. Sobel explores the planets' origins and oddities through the lens of popular culture, from astrology, mythology, and science fiction to art, music, poetry, biography, and history. This intimate account is filled with fascination, beauty, and surprise.

The Human Idea delves into humanity's quest for understanding. The book challengs the reader to reconsider the foundations of human existence by examining the intricate tapestry of life that predates us. With a blend of scientific insight and philosophical exploration, the book reveals how the fundamental principles of survival, honed over billions of years, can guide people in navigating the complexities of modern life. Discover The Ecosystem of Life: Understand the interconnectedness of all living beings and the evolutionary journey that has shaped our existence. The Power of Ideas: Learn...

'The Kingdom of God on Earth through man--created in the image of God,' was and remains God's original purpose for Earth and man in it. Adam ruined the kingdom program at Eden through sin...; But God sent His Son, Christ, to earth to restore it. Only in and through the kingdom today can anyone attain or access the real and total provision and plan of God for him in his sojourn here on earth! Two Vehicles convey all men here now; and every one of us belongs in one of them. They are the Kingdom of God and the World System; and they are all heading to the destination of the Return of Christ. ...

Lions and saber-tooth tigers and cave bears. Oh my! Bill Clark realizes he’s not on Earth anymore when his plane crash lands 10,000 miles from help on an unexplored, uninhabited planet. Uninhabited by homo sapiens, that is. It seems most of the inhabitants are hungry predators straight out of the Ice Age. With no hope of rescue, Bill and his fellow survivors have to rely on all their training, skills, and quick reactions to stay alive. And that's just the first week! Experience this hero's journey now by reading the latest installment in the Corps of Discovery Series. Goodreads Review: ...

🌍 A bold vision. A soulful awakening. A global invitation. In a time of uncertainty, division, and planetary crisis, a new kind of identity is emerging—one rooted not in borders or beliefs, but in belonging to the Earth itself. Planetary Citizens: Awakening the Heart of Humanity is a powerful and timely call to rise into conscious participation with life, community, and the living planet. Written by transformational guide, podcast host, and movement builder Zen Benefiel, this groundbreaking book weaves personal awakening, global vision, and practical action into one coherent path ...

Wishing Shelf Awards Finalist (2024) Irene is not ashamed of being born and brought up on the moon. It's not as if it's a secret! So one night after a bad dream she lets it slip to her university roommate. Then the discrimination starts, with rumors of strange abilities and disabilities, as she learns that 'moonchild' is a pejorative. As she interviews for jobs, it seems that the place of her birth is an automatic disqualification, forcing her to go to extra lengths to prove her worth. But the world conspires against her on a grander scale: she's set up as the patsy for a crime, inveigled ...

Fire is rarely out of the headlines, from large natural wildfires raging across the Australian or Californian countrysides to the burning of buildings such as the disasters of Grenfell tower and Notre Dame. Fire on these scales can represent a serious risk to human life and property. But the advent of fire made and controlled by humans also represented a crucial point in our evolution, allowing us to cook our food, forge our weapons, and warm our homes.

The Alcazar station has been attacked! Project Ibex, under the command of former teammate Irene has begun cutting a bloody path throughout the galaxy, delivering a single message. Humanity has arrived! From Tachyon to Boron and beyond Hrafn squad will pursue the Veles across the galaxy. Alliances will be forged; enemies will be made and the thin red line between hero and villain will be towed in the name of peace.

I never knew silence could speak—until it started humming my name. Kara thought she was just another voice in the crowd… until she discovered the Archive—a buried labyrinth of sound and memory breathing beneath our world. Suddenly, the voices of the past aren’t just calling… they’re singing, and they want her to join the chorus. But the Archive isn’t the only thing awakening. As the world fractures along invisible frequencies, a boy with secrets of his own—Rowan—offers help. Or maybe a distraction. Or maybe something more. Now, breath is more than survival—it’s power. ...

Introducing "Mountain Majesty," an eye-opening and captivating eBook that will take you on a mesmerizing journey through Earth's most magnificent peaks and powerful ranges. Delve into 25 comprehensive chapters that explore the wonders of mountain ecosystems, their formation, and the unique flora and fauna that inhabit these awe-inspiring landscapes. Start your adventure with an introduction to the allure of mountains, examining the forces that have come together to create these majestic natural monuments. Enlighten yourself on the tectonic wonders and geological processes that give birth to...