Earth Systems

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 ...

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.

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...

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.

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: ...

'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. ...

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, ...

Different kinds of rocks are found on Earth. Many are found deep inside Earth. Discover why rocks are an important part of nature!

Delve deeper into the intricate workings of Earth's land-based ecosystems with Dynamics of Terrestrial Ecosystems, the second installment in The Earth's Web series. This volume unravels the complex interactions and processes that shape the balance of life on land, from the water and nutrient cycles to the competition and cooperation that define species relationships.

The world of Azadia smolders in restless isolation, molten rivers splitting the earth, and curtains of ash dripping from a scarlet sky. The followers of Alrya - an empire that spans many worlds - believe Azadia to be the hell their faith condemns, but to Draden and his family, it is merely home. Once a feared warlord, Draden now wishes only to maintain a fragile peace in his corner of Azadia. But Draden's contentment ends swiftly when a Tear - a passageway between worlds - splits open in his kingdom, and a stranger comes tumbling through with the fury of Alrya licking at his heels. Draden ...

Most of Earth is covered in water. Water falls from the sky as rain or snow. All living things need water to survive. Discover why water is an important part of nature!

🌍 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 ...

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...

Erosion changes Earth's natural features. It breaks down materials and can help make something new. Discover why erosion is an important part of nature!

All living things need air to survive. Air also protects Earth. Discover why air is an important part of nature!

Plants and animals from millions of years ago left behind fossils. Fossils can teach people about the past. They are also used for fuel. Discover why fossils are an important part of nature!

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 Retribution’s race to save L6 is almost overFirst Officer Johnson has used every scarp of math and heart she has in one desperate attempt to save L6 only to watch helpless as Night Sprinter destroys the first gravity mine. Now with the death of hundreds on her hands Charlie faces more than her conscious. Buy your copy today!

The water sprite with roots is personified as a friend who experiences many encounters, imbalances, fears, and hopes in his water cycle journey. Because he shares an affinity with any organic life form derived from carbon and hydrogen, he can communicate with other beings and express their stories from their realities. Most importantly, he talks the walk through his mission of discovering cyclical truths from the sun to water to nutrients to plants to animals to decomposing bacteria to respecting the biodiversity essential for all life.

In 2013, Kate Greene moved to Mars. That is, along with five fellow crew members, she embarked on NASA’s first HI-SEAS mission, a simulated Martian environment located on the slopes of Mauna Loa in Hawaii. For four months she lived, worked, and slept in an isolated geodesic dome, conducting a sleep study on her crew mates and gaining incredible insight into human behavior in tight quarters, as well as the nature of boredom, dreams, and isolation that arise amidst the promise of scientific progress and glory.