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The truth isn’t out there anymore. It’s arriving in nine days. When linguist and government analyst Dr. Lena Morales is assigned to debrief the last surviving member of a secret alien exchange mission, she expects Cold War paranoia—not cosmic reckoning. But Colonel Thomas Raynor has been carrying a secret for decades: Earth is not alone, and we’re not as special as we think. In 1965, twelve Americans traveled to the planet Serpo. Only eight returned. What they found on that world shattered the boundaries of science, faith, and identity. Now, a countdown clock of alien origin is ...

The sentence is the common ground where every writer walks. A poet writes in sentences, but so does the unsung author who came up with Items trapped in doors cause delays. A good sentence can be written (and read) by anyone if we simply give it the gift of our time, and it is as close as most of us will get to making something truly beautiful. Enter acclaimed author Professor Joe Moran. Using minimal technical terms, First You Write a Sentence is his unpedantic but authoritative explanation of how the most ordinary words can be turned into verbal constellations of extraordinary grace.

The ultimate NCLEX-RN Study Guide is your key to passing the exam on your first try! This comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide is designed to simplify complex nursing concepts and maximize your study efficiency.

In the 1920s cotton buyer Earle Dickson worked for Johnson & Johnson and had a klutzy wife who often cut herself. The son of a doctor, Earle set out to create an easier way for her to bandage her injuries. Band-Aids were born, but Earle's bosses at the pharmaceutical giant weren't convinced, and it wasn't until the Boy Scouts of America tested Earle's prototype that this ubiquitous household staple was made available to the public.

What was the starting point of Christianity? Was it in a little town in Bethlehem, just as the lyrics of our favorite Christmas songs contend? In truth, in the earliest days of Christianity, when Peter and Paul first set out to preach the gospel, the belief systems of early Christians were viewed as merely a new sect of Judaism.

This interactive spelling practice is all your first grader needs to excel at spelling. The follow-along style is optimal for the fastest learning and mastering of spelling. The audiobook includes 250+ words for first-grade level spelling, and more!

Are you interested in Macrame? Want detailed step-by-step instructions about macrame pattern with lots of photos to create outstanding results? Would you also like to earn something and maybe turn a hobby into a job? If so, this is the right book for you! Macrame is the manufacturing procedure based on knotting instead of weaving. It is a French word that means "knot", and it is on the list of the first existing art forms. The beauty of Macrame as a vintage art has survived extinction for centuries and has continued to thrive as a technique of choice for making simple yet sophisticated ...

What Shall We Do Today? 1st June Restoring the Magic A magical adventure story for children ages 6-9 that teaches empathy, appreciation, and the joy of celebration! When mysterious star-flakes begin falling from the sky, friends Imani, Tommy, and Maya discover that three important celebrations—Global Day of Parents, International Children's Day, and National Say Something Nice Day—are in danger of being forgotten forever. Transported through a magical heart-shaped portal to the Garden of Three Celebrations, the children must embark on a quest to restore the fading magic of these special...

Is there an animal doctor in the house? When an accident or other emergency threatens your pet, every minute counts. Don't be unprepared! Download the updated audiobook of The First-Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats by Amy Shojai for hands-free emergency veterinary advice on your device - whenever and wherever needed!

AI is nothing without somewhere to run it. Now that mobile devices have become the primary computing device for most people, it's essential that mobile developers add AI to their toolbox. This insightful book is your guide to creating and running models on popular mobile platforms such as iOS and Android.

In "Cracking the Code: A Beginner's Guide to Software Development in the First 100 Days," embark on a transformative journey that demystifies the world of software development. Whether you're a complete novice or simply curious about this fascinating field, this book serves as your companion. With a clear and concise approach, it takes you through the essential concepts, tools, and techniques, empowering you to build a solid foundation in just 100 days. This beginner-friendly guide equips you with some of the skills necessary to step in and start developing efficient software solutions. ...

Kids can learn about friendship, love, and a variety of special needs/disabilities all while following the amazing relationship of Jinx and Sally! Book number two will take you through the story of Jinx's realization of Sally's autism.

Deadwood, 1876: a notorious little mining town in modern-day South Dakota that was a hive of criminal activity. Thieves, drunkards, prostitutes, and murderers ran rampant among its booming streets. There were over 300 murders in this town during the first year of its existence. When Wild Bill Hickok was brutally shot and killed at point-blank range in the back of the head, it was obvious that someone had to rise up and save the town of Deadwood from itself.

This booklet from Carolyn Howard-Johnson, a UCLA Extension Writers' Program instructor for nearly a decade, helps authors love the project they most love to hate - writing a book proposal. She has taken the guessing out of the book proposal process. Now, there is no need to take expensive, time-consuming classes or spend hours reading a tome to find the voice and format that will propel an author's idea from a dream to reality.

Are you ready to start winning from your first move? A powerful chess opening strategy is the secret to setting yourself up for victory, but it requires a depth of knowledge and understanding that can be daunting to attain. Mastering openings is not just a matter of memorizing moves; it's about understanding the principles behind them, preparing strategically for the mid-game, and setting traps that your opponent won't see coming. That's why I am proud to present "The Chess Opening Bible", your ultimate resource to take control of the board, outsmart your opponent, and ensure every game ...

Over the years, I’ve written multiple novels, and I have condensed my best tips and practices to bring you How to Write Your First Novel: A Guide for Aspiring Fiction Authors. No matter your plan for publishing your novel, you first need to write the book. I’ve broken down the critical elements of success in two parts: your writing habits and your writing craft.

May 8th Magic: A Day of Donkeys, Desserts, and Doing Good Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya in this delightful children's adventure story perfect for elementary classroom read-alouds, bedtime stories, and early readers ages 6-9! In the latest installment of the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" series, three curious friends discover that May 8th holds not just one, but FIVE special celebrations! Young readers will be captivated as they: Visit a donkey sanctuary and learn about the important role these gentle animals play around the world Discover the humanitarian mission of the Red Cross through ...

Would you like to learn professional hacking techniques and strategies? Do you want to protect your data from hackers? Become a hacker yourself with this audiobook...Hacking is a very complicated series of processes that take a lot of effort and there are many things that you will need to learn. Hopefully, this audiobook will give you the most basic information so that you will be able to do this properly.

Introducing "Build Your Own Raspberry Pi-powered Drone," the ultimate guide to creating a fully functional, autonomous drone using cutting-edge Raspberry Pi technology. This comprehensive eBook will take you from drone enthusiast to expert with step-by-step instructions through 30 informative and engaging chapters. Dive into the exciting world of Raspberry Pi and drones as you begin your journey in Chapter 1, exploring the basics of these two innovative tools. Over the course of the book, you'll learn about selecting the right components, assembling the drone frame, and setting up the ...

Shine in the musical world by rocking on the recorder! Have you always wanted to learn to play the recorder, but didn’t know where to begin? Ready to rock the recorder like a musical wizard? Do you dream of making sweet tunes that wiggle ears and tap toes? Well, grab your recorder because this book is your magic portal to musical awesomeness. Forget boring old lessons – this book makes learning the recorder a blast from the first toot. You’ll be zipping through songs faster than lightning, dazzling everyone with your skills by the time you’re done reading. Inside this magical book, ...