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With enchanting descriptions of natural landscapes, and a deep well of humanity, boundless humor, and unbridled joy, Deakin beckons us to wilder waters and inspires us to connect to the larger world in a most unexpected way. Thrilling, vivid, and lyrical, Waterlog is a fully immersive adventure-a remarkable personal quest, a bold assertion of the swimmer's right to roam, and an unforgettable celebration of the magic of water.

Kory Drake and his crew barely escaped destruction—but their trials are far from over. Trapped aboard their damaged starship after narrowly fleeing hostile space, Kory finds himself helpless as Sofia, the woman he loves, succumbs to a mysterious and life-threatening injury. Desperate for help, they return to a dangerously occupied Earth, triggering a chase by ruthless alien patrols and forcing them into perilous maneuvers to survive. But when Kory discovers that Earth's most skilled neurosurgeons have been kidnapped by humanity’s alien oppressors for sinister purposes, a daring rescue ...

Fifteen years ago, Alice Hoffman received a diagnosis that changed everything about the life she'd been living. Most significant - aside from the grueling physical ordeal she underwent - was the way it changed how she felt inside and what she thought she ought to be doing with her days. Now she has written the book that she needed to read then. In this honest, wise, and upbeat guide, Alice Hoffman provides a road map for the making of one's life into the very best it can be.

An eleven-year-old boy and his siblings fight for survival after the evil of the Nazi regime descends upon Poland. Time after time, they miraculously escape certain death as the murderous fascists attempt to make their hometown of Tluste Judenrein. Their luck seems to have run out when the Germans order to liquidate their work camp. Unexpected help comes from Timush, a man known for his terrible deeds against the Jews.

Reality Check: 100 Shocking Tales You Have to Read to Believe Bizarre. True. Unforgettable. What if the strangest tabloid headlines you’ve ever read... were all based on reality? From haunted pianos to vanished cosmonauts, Reality Check delivers 100 of the most jaw-dropping true stories ever recorded—plus some you've never heard before. Each story is fully illustrated with photo-realistic art that brings the bizarre, the unexplained, and the mysterious to life. Whether it’s ghostly legends, freak coincidences, or unsolved cases, this book will change how you see the world. Real Events...

Gameknight999's best friend in Minecraft is dying, and only the User-that-is-not-a-user can save him! Herobrine, the artificially intelligent virus intent on escaping Minecraft and infecting the Internet with his evil, was captured after an epic showdown on the shores of Minecraft. Gameknight999, having trapped the virus in an unlikely prison, saved the lives of his friends in the game and was finally able to return to the physical world.

No one in the small, west Texas town of Shadow Ridge knows what took down the power grid, or when it's going to be back up, but everyone knows exactly where they were the moment it went down. And now, with no electricity, no internet, and no modern technology, the men and women responsible for keeping the town safe are going to have to learn how to fight crime all over again. When one of the men in charge of storing food for the town of Shadow Ridge is found murdered execution style, it's up to Jace McQuaid to find the killer.

Survive the Impossible in 'The Long Way Home', the Electrifying Sequel to 'The Long Night' In the wake of a devastating cyber-attack followed by an electromagnetic pulse, the Winters' fight for survival intensifies in 'The Long Way Home'. As chaos consumes a technology-less nation, former military officer John Winter and his son, Jack, press on in their perilous 100-mile journey from Orlando to Harbour Island, Florida. Each step brings new dangers, from lawless lands to the desperate and ruthless, pushing their limits and testing their resolve. Their sole objective is to reunite with John's...

Unlock the mysteries of the natural world with "Tracking Techniques," a comprehensive guide designed to transform your outings into adventures of discovery. Dive into the ancient art and science of tracking, where nature leaves clues waiting to be unraveled by the keen observer. This eBook is your ticket to developing a deep connection with the environment and honing skills that have captivated humans for centuries. Begin your journey with an introduction to the tracker’s mindset, exploring a tapestry woven from history, ecology, and instinct. Delve into ecosystems and learn how seasonal ...

Glitches are appearing across the Minecraft server. Blocks are flickering unexpectedly and randomly disappearing. To make matters worse, villagers are claiming that their entire villages have mysteriously vanished, and they desperately need Gameknight999's help. What's causing the server to overload and glitch, and where have all the NPCs gone? The User-that-is-not-a-user suspects the two questions are related, and that somehow Herobrine's henchmen are responsible.

In Campfire Stories: Close Calls, Steven Rinella invites seasoned hunters, anglers, adventurers, and outdoor professionals to share their tales of perilous adventures in the natural world, from run-ins with black bears and grizzlies to bad falls and severe hypothermia.

One of the most famous and influential books of its (or any) time, The Origin of Species is, surprisingly, little read. True enough, most people know what it says, or think they do, at any rate. The first comprehensive statement of the theory of natural selection, it does, indeed, provide the basic argument and demonstration of what we think of as Darwinism.

Abelard Hassam di Chirico Flint - Abel, for short - is a rich and silly mouse. He spends most of his days just having fun, going to picnics with his wife, playing croquet with friends, and dancing at parties. Unlike most other mice, Abel has never had to work for anything. All that changes one blustery fall day when his wife’s scarf flutters away in a gust of wind. Abel races off to rescue it and is swept away in a rainstorm. When the storm is over, Abel finds himself washed up a deserted island.

Neal Bascomb, a New York Times best-selling author, delivers the spellbinding story of the downed Allied airmen who masterminded the remarkably courageous - and ingenious - breakout from Germany's most devilish POW camp.

Do you want a two-way radio to communicate during emergencies, disasters, or the end of the world? Is the information online or on YouTube just too confusing to get a good understanding of what your options are? If so, this book is for you! Note: THIS IS UNITED STATES SPECIFIC. Don't let the test of ham radio put you off. Obtaining a ham license is not difficult and does not require specialized knowledge of electronics or physics. If ham radio doesn't suit you, there are several non-licensed or minimal requirement options, like FRS (Family Radio Service), GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service)...

If tomorrow brought a crisis, would you be ready? Do you know how to care for your family’s health when modern medicine isn’t an option? Are you prepared to build a home apothecary that empowers you with natural solutions for any situation? The truth is, life is unpredictable. Emergencies, supply chain disruptions, and skyrocketing healthcare costs are becoming more common, leaving many people feeling unprepared and vulnerable. But there’s a way to take back control. 🌱 For generations, people have turned to nature to heal wounds, fight infections, and strengthen immunity—without ...

Best friends, Daniel and Wes have always craved adventure, and their latest hiking trip into the remote wilderness is meant to challenge them like never before. But when a freak storm hits, they find themselves lost, cut off from civilization, and forced to rely on each other for survival. Facing treacherous terrain, harsh weather, and dwindling supplies, the two friends push their limits in a desperate search for safety. But as the days drag on and the wilds close in, something unexpected begins to grow between them—a bond forged by fear, trust, and the raw intensity of the untamed ...

Airman Johnson, the Air Force’s new “Golden Boy” brings an unusual idea to his Lieutenant and his Captain. He believes he has uncovered a secret enemy operation that has gone undetected by our country’s security system. When Johnson’s commanding officers agree that he may have stumbled onto a threat to our national security, they take action to neutralize the threat. However, their operation to quietly neutralize the threat turns into what appears to be a giant fiasco. Tim scrambles to get out of work early so he can get home in time for his daughter’s birthday party. Despite ...

Tough-as-nails Dakota Sloane has spent her life running from the past. A man haunted by secrets, Logan Garcia has only one goal: to drink himself into oblivion. When a bomb detonates over Miami, utter anarchy erupts. Dakota knows of a safe house deep in the Everglades, but she needs Logan's help to survive the chaos. But the radiation isn't the only threat. At every turn, deadly foes are determined to stop them. As a diabolical conspiracy emerges, Logan and Dakota must prepare for the fight of their lives against an enemy more powerful than they could ever imagine.

In the near future, reanimated by the accidental release of an illegally created bioweapon, the recent dead, hungry for human flesh, have driven humanity to the brink of destruction. Aided by an insane cult that believes the living dead are the harbingers of a new world, a dead world, can humanity survive? The first volume in the Enclave series, this depicts humanity at its best and worst in a battle for domination of the earth.