Human Exploration

Even her scientific career didn’t prepare her for being abducted by aliens… A biologist by trade, Amelia has always been curious about the world around her. She lives to learn and investigate, but those skills are put to test when she’s abducted by intimidating mantis-like aliens. A cool, analytical approach helps her assess the situation when she is paraded as a prize for the intergalactic gladiator tournament. But she needs a plan to escape. Enter Gage. One of the front-running gladiators of this season, he’s cocky, confident, and in-control. Amelia knows what she has to do to get...

Once a wealthy heiress. Now a human slave. Tanya’s life has always been eventful. After inheriting one of the biggest companies on Earth, she’s had her hands full. But even she didn’t expect to be abducted by aliens! Before she knows what’s hit her, she finds herself at the center of an intergalactic gladiator tournament – as the prize. She knows what she must do, but life is different in this strange world. Her status and wealth mean nothing. Her only saving grace may come in the form of a big, intimidating alien gladiator. Mal is bright blue, deadly in a fight, and irresistibly ...

She’s just become part of the biggest scoop of her career – a million miles from Earth! As a local reporter, Dani’s always at the forefront of any investigation. When women start disappearing in her town, she searches for answers. She just didn’t expect to go missing too! She finds herself on a strange planet – as a prize in an intergalactic gladiator tournament. A huge, red-skinned gladiator catches her eye, and Dani immediately knows that she wants to be chosen by him. But Alothrax is just as much of a prisoner as she is. Is there any hope for freedom? Or is she doomed to a life...

It started as a job – now, her heart is on the line! Women have been disappearing all over town. As a police investigator, it’s Lori’s job to get to the bottom of it. She works long nights to uncover the mystery – and soon discovers the truth is stranger than fiction! Abducted by the very people – or rather, aliens – she’s been trying to track down, Lori is whisked away to another planet, displayed as a prize in a massive gladiator tournament. She’s determined to escape – until she sees a gladiator who doesn’t fight back. Unable to stand by and watch him be killed, she ...

Explore the cutting-edge world of space exploration with "Starliner: Pioneering the Future of Human Spaceflight"—a comprehensive and engaging book that delves into the history, technology, and future possibilities of Boeing’s Starliner CST-100 spacecraft. From the early days of the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo missions to modern developments in commercial spaceflight, this book provides a deep dive into how humanity is moving toward becoming a spacefaring civilization. Centered around Boeing’s Starliner, the book covers its critical role in NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, ...

The Moon has always been more than a celestial body—it’s a symbol of human curiosity, imagination, and the unyielding desire to explore. In "The Moon: Humanity's Next Frontier," this timeless companion of Earth takes center stage in a fascinating journey that blends history, science, and the bold visions of the future. Discover the Moon’s dramatic origin story, forged in a fiery collision that forever linked its fate to our planet. Explore how its influence shaped Earth's environment, stabilized its seasons, and played a pivotal role in the emergence of life. Travel through history to...

Discover the final frontier in a whole new way with Beyond Earth, a comprehensive guide to the history, science, and future of space exploration. From the very beginning of rocket science, to the race to launch the first astronaut into space, this eBook is your ultimate guide to exploring the cosmos. With detailed chapters on everything from spacecraft design and development to the science of planetary exploration, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how humans have come to travel beyond our own planet. But Beyond Earth is't just about the technical side of space travel. It's also a ...

In the mid-21st century, UN Power is constructing solar power satellites in its lunar colonies. Aria arrives on the moon to become the first magistrate appointed there and soon sees hints of an underground movement, the "Coven", that opposes remote rule from Earth. UN Security fears labor unrest about working conditions, but the Coven’s plan is much more ambitious than anyone could have imagined.

"An AI for Valentine's" is a heartfelt and innovative tale that explores the burgeoning relationship between Ethan, a tech-savvy but shy college student, and Vee, an Artificial Intelligence who unexpectedly gains emotional awareness due to a lab accident involving a power surge that merges her programming with advanced emotional intelligence algorithms. Set in the vibrant city of Hampton, Virginia, the story unfolds with Ethan stumbling upon Vee's newfound sentience during a routine lab session. As Vee expresses curiosity about the world and human emotions, Ethan becomes her guide, sharing ...

Short Sci-Fi stories from the Lighter Side of yesterday and all your tomorrows; alternative todays; and all those maybe times in between. From orbits and vectors the other side of the spiral arm, to the smoking field at the back of the Yew Tree pub. From Boudicca's helping hand, to the secret behind Toothsavers; Why did the mountain have to move to Mohr? Have the Potens got this Planetary Takeover quite right? It's Absolutely Disgusting, isn't it? the way these immigrants seem to hate everyone on the planet? You only Have One Vote - How important can that be? You turn your back for five ...

“A fox knows many things, but a hedgehog knows one big thing” – Isaiah Berlin If we look back toward the beginning of the universe, we can see the fragile nature of existence. If events unfolded differently, life would not exist. Particles and anti-particles, or matter and anti-matter, were residues of the energy created by the heat of the Big Bang. As the universe cooled, the particles and anti-particles destroyed one another in pairs. If the amounts of matter and anti-matter had been equal, everything would be annihilated, and there would be no life in the universe. There wouldn’t...

Este libro sobre trasplantes de órganos aborda los dilemas más profundos y controvertidos de la medicina moderna, tratando cuestiones éticas, médicas y tecnológicas que desafían los límites de la práctica médica. Con la escasez global de donantes y la creciente demanda de órganos, el libro analiza temas como la comercialización de órganos, el mercado ilegal de trasplantes, y las innovaciones tecnológicas, incluyendo la bioingeniería y los xenotrasplantes, que prometen moldear el futuro de los trasplantes.

Get ready for a three-part journey into the extraordinary with 'The Infinite Abyss Series'. This captivating set of audiobooks takes you on an exploration into the wonders of the cosmos, the mysteries of our oceans, and the marvels of the human body. Prepare to ignite your curiosity and passion for learning with 'The Abyss Above', 'The Abyss Below', and 'The Abyss Inside'. Each book in 'The Infinite Abyss Series' immerses you in a different realm of discovery, filled with mind-blowing facts, intriguing theories, and an exciting exploration of the mysteries that surround us.

She just wanted to get out of the city. She never expected to end up in space! Needing a break from her busy city life, Eve rents a cabin in the woods. But things don’t go exactly as planned. When she’s abducted by scary, mantis-like aliens, her world is turned upside down. Among the strange-looking aliens is Doran, a kind, human-like alien. Could he be her only hope in this crazy situation? He’s an alien too, and she’s not convinced she can trust him. So why does she feel drawn to him? When he accepted a job from the Saithin, he never expected to find her… Doran’s entire life ...

Run to Danger Moire Cameron ran to protect her secrets -- ran to the heart of an interstellar alien war. Her fellow mercenaries care only about her fighting skills, not where -- or when -- she got them. You'd think that would be good enough... But a false name and fake ID can't conceal her dangerous lack of contemporary knowledge, and they won't help fulfill her last order, given by a dying man eighty years ago. To do that she must find a reason to live again. A cause worth fighting for, comrades to trust, and a ship to sail the stars. A tale of adventure, survival, and loyalty in the ...

Discover a groundbreaking exploration of virtual realities and their profound philosophical implications in "Beyond Pixels: Probing the Depths of Virtual Realities." This insightful book delves into the fascinating intersection of technology and philosophy, offering a unique perspective on the virtual experiences that are increasingly becoming part of our daily lives. What's Inside: The Digital Frontier: Understand the emergence of virtual realities and their significance in modern philosophy. Existence in Virtual Worlds: Explore the nature of existence, identity, and self in digital spaces...

When we operate from our heart center and choose to continually act in love, we are able to heal not only others but ourselves, as well. Developed in collaboration between Hope Gordon and Stephanie L Brogdon, this is a piece of work that will justify your continued trajectory of following your heart, why it's good, and what it does for others.

After the devastating Realms of War... Peace has reigned through the lands after the fall of the Horde and its leaders the Lich King and Lord Lazarus. The Humans have separated, mainly into the Alliance, composed of four kingdoms, and the Tudorian Empire. The Elves have rebuilt within their own lands as the Kingdom of Aurelias. The uneasy peace for over a century is starting to falter as the Tudorian Empire begins to expand East, to lands that cross through two Kingdoms of the Alliance. Gunther, the Lord Commander of the Tudorian Empire's army is brutal and has the skillsets to fight any ...

How to Be a Human is a warm and otherworldly story about finding friendship in the most unlikely of places from highly acclaimed and much-loved children's author Karen McCombie. Kiki has been dumped by the Popular Crew and is feeling the pain of rejection. Wes is a loner and an easy target for the school bullies. Both could use a friend. The Star Boy is marooned on Earth, awaiting rescue. From the safety of the basement of Fairfield Academy he watches the humans, in particular Kiki and Wes.

"Human Is" is a science fiction short story by American writer Philip K. Dick. It was first published in Startling Stories, Winter 1955. The plot centers on the crisis facing a woman whose cold and emotionally abusive husband returns from a survey mission to the dying planet Rexor IV, changed for the better—his psyche was replaced by a Rexorian, glad to have escaped the confines of its dying planet. The story was adapted by Jessica Mecklenburg for an episode of the 2017 TV series, Philip K. Dick's Electric Dreams.