Virtual Human

For a witch trained as a demon hunter, werewolves, ghouls, and vampires are all in a day’s work. But Red has no memories of her past — not even her real name — and her cases keep inching her closer to the truth. She comes to LA to solve a murder. The trail leads to Kristoff. Handsome and dangerous, the vampire is more than her prime suspect. He might hold the key to her mysterious origins. As the death count grows, she sinks into a supernatural conspiracy as the city teeters on the brink of civil war. Red needs to keep her wits sharp. And her stake sharper. Or she'll die before she ...

The term “UFO” dates back to at least the 1950s. Donald Keyhoe, an American naval aviator and writer, used the acronym in his 1953 book Flying Saucers from Outer Space. As the title suggests, in the earlier days of the twentieth century, these phenomena were usually given quirkier nicknames like flying saucers, foo fighters, or simply lights in the sky. Rather than fading into the obscurity of early postwar Americana, UFOs positively exploded in popularity starting in the 1950s. Their ubiquity in all sorts of media from books, movies, TV shows, and later in video games has cemented ...

Human Trafficking Exposing the Dark Underbelly of Modern Society Dive into the intricacies of a hidden world with "Human Trafficking," an essential read that reveals the grim realities and staggering scope of one of today's most pressing global crises. This comprehensive eBook offers a deep, unflinching look into the multifaceted dimensions of human trafficking, blending historical context with modern-day relevance to paint a vivid picture of this pervasive issue. Start with a clear introduction that defines human trafficking and unpacks its significant historical roots, helping you to ...

This book explores the ideas and ideals of the Enlightenment and the critics of this belief in the higher capabilities of the human mind, such as the power of reason to effect positive change in human society.

Haunted caves; an obese opportunistic warlord; strange voices ... As the war rages on, John Powers and his fellow pilgrims cross paths with a menacing obese warlord and his scheming assistant, with devastating consequences, and encounter haunted caves with iron doors and endless branches that lead to unknown destinations in time and space. Meanwhile, the voices continue to harangue John and pilgrim Bai Meiying to produce a son. Are the voices real? Why are they so insistent that John and Meiying have a child? Is John truly schizophrenic? Are the caves actually haunted? Who–or what–is ...

The battle of desire leaves no losers, only worn out winners. The war has been waging since before I was born and will still be going after I die. What happens between those years in now up to my Orc Mistress. Scared and alone I was taken captive and presented to Vixen, the lone female commander of the Orc’s army. Her power and strength make her a force on her battlefield but it's her intelligence that cements her Alpha status over the animalistic males in her command. The same power that now masters me. I have never desired another woman, never lusted for what I already had between my ...

For over more than forty-five years, Laura Gutman has developed and implemented an innovative therapeutic methodology to assist the individual in approaching his own emotional reality taking into consideration the point of view of the child he has been, and to observe the distance separating his inner self from that which was named or interpreted by the mother or the adults in charge. The human biography is a true journey of self-discovery in cooperation between an individual desiring to better understand himself and a well-trained and compassionate professional. The author is presenting ...

★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★Amusing Facts For Adventurous Minds★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Are you ready to become the ultimate trivia master? Look no further than "Amusing Facts For Adventurous Minds: 1608 Random Facts In the Realm of History, Human Body, Natural Disasters, Ancient Civilizations, Science and Unbelievable Facts Mashup." Do you want to impress your friends and family with an endless supply of fascinating facts? Discover the benefits of reading this book, including expanding your knowledge and entertaining your loved ones ...

Have you ever asked yourself about Neurological programming? Then if yes, this book is a great way to start at understanding neurological programming.it gives a clear picture of neurological programming (NLP) together with how it works in day to day lives. The topic is may seem hard and boring but it shows us a side which most of us choose to ignore. The book talks about what NLP is and also how it works. Just like other psychological ways to understand man, the fundamental and strategies of NLP have been touched on. The strategies help one to figure out how it works and how to use it. NLP ...

Millie’s been abducted—and she knows why. Her classmates are using her as a human sacrifice in a dark ritual. This isn’t exactly par for the course at the exclusive college she attends, even if Lockwood Academy is dedicated to the contemporary study of ritual science. Millie makes it out of the ritual with her soul fused to a demon from beyond the veil. It’s only a matter of time before the demon consumes her entirely. The only way to reverse the fusion is to uncover the truth about a sinister organization who seems to profit on butchering the fusions they make. With the help of ...

When Gene Roddenberry conceived Star Trek, he imagined a future very different from what was typically put forth in science fiction - a future where humanity has overcome greed, bigotry, misogyny, materialism, conflict and war. Star Trek's fans embraced that vision. But many consider it unattainable, if admirable, even those who wrote and produced Star Trek after Roddenberry. Is Star Trek's vision of the human future achievable? Can humanity overcome its darkest impulses and attain a new level of social cooperation and progress? The answer, per "Chasing the Enterprise", is Yes - we can do ...

A schizophrenic teenage girl’s manic one-sided romantic obsession with a hog faced poet leads her down a path of confusion and paranoia; while she attempts to seek enlightenment and answers to her ever evolving state of mind, it feels to her, the people in her life will do anything to stop her journey towards becoming illuminated to the mysteries of the universe. Drugs! Angst! Hospitalization! Suicide! Mental Isolation! Poetry and Pig Parts! Ah so is love. In the case file, Ashley reported hearing voices as early as eight years old. The same year her birth mother tried to drown her in a ...

What if the most honest things your users have to say are the ones they never say to you directly? In Open Source UX, we step beyond the wireframe, beyond the lab, and beyond the product itself—into the open, unfiltered world where users actually live. This is a book about listening where most designers don’t. It’s about transforming UX research through the overlooked power of OSINT: Open Source Intelligence. Rooted in the rigor of intelligence gathering and the presence of mindful design, OSINT reshapes what it means to understand users—not by asking them questions, but by ...

Are you a small business owner overwhelmed by AI hype—but secretly wondering if you’re falling behind? You’re not alone. And you’re not behind. Smarter Not Harder: How Small Business Owners Can Use AI to Work Less, Earn More, and Stay Human is the no-fluff, human-centered guide you’ve been waiting for. Forget the jargon, tech overwhelm, and cookie-cutter prompt packs. This book meets you where you are—with humor, heart, and step-by-step guidance to help you use tools like ChatGPT and other AI-powered systems to grow your business without losing your voice, values, or sanity. ...

Dive into a captivating romance that defies all boundaries. When human omega Ethan joins the government's Orc Integration Program, he's tasked with helping orcs adapt to human society. But little does he know that his life is about to change forever when he crosses paths with Rokar, a fierce alpha orc warrior. Their worlds collide in a whirlwind of desire and intrigue, as Rokar's stoic exterior conceals a gentle heart that enchants the spirited Ethan. As they navigate the trials of a modern world together, their connection grows into a love that is as powerful as unexpected. But their love ...

Optimizing consciousness and performance is the theme of this book. If you are looking for strategic scientific and psychological hacks to boost performance, this book is for you. Quantum physics and consciousness have been linked in various ways. Some theories suggest that consciousness plays a fundamental role in shaping the physical world, while others suggest that quantum mechanics provides a possible explanation for the relationship between consciousness and the physical world. May this book bring you to the next level of self realization and consciousness where you may achieve the ...

She trespassed into a forbidden Fae realm to find her lost brother. Instead, she found herself magically bound to an ancient, powerful Fae warrior who wanted her dead. Alina, a determined mortal, never meant to activate the Serpent Stone, nor to be tethered soul-to-soul with Kael, the formidable and lethal Enforcer of Blackwood Keep. He is her captor, a centuries-old Fae enraged by their unbreakable connection—a magical bond that ancient Atherian law decrees can only end in her death or their forced, torturous separation. Yet, the raw power pulsing between them whispers of a different, ...

She signed a contract to save her body—he claimed it to own her soul. Jasmine Cole didn’t come to Azurea Moon to find love, she came to fix what was broken. Infertility. A ruined career. A betrayal she’d never forgive. Trading her womb to the Syndicate for a second chance seemed like a cold, clinical transaction. But when she’s genetically matched with Korran Vey—a scarred Orran warlord with a stare like fire and hands built for ruin—everything changes. There’s no sterile lab, no medical insertion. Just primal rituals, voyeur lounges, oil-drenched bonding pools, and the slow, ...

Looking to take your creativity to the next level? Want to create truly innovative solutions? Look no further than Innovating with Empathy, the latest release from design thinking expert Barrett Williams. This comprehensive guide takes you through the entire design thinking process, from historical context to future predictions, with detailed chapters on each of the five key steps - Empathizing with Users, Defining the Problem, Brainstorming Solutions, Prototyping, and Testing and Feedback. With practical examples and real-life case studies, you'll learn how to apply this powerful framework...

There are orcs in the Idaho wilderness. Dorir and Jarkat, two alpha orcs, have a history of loss. Five years ago, they both loved an omega. As they fought for the right to have him as a mate, violence stole him away from both of them. Now, in our world, they have vowed that they will never fight over an omega again. Peter is a human omega, kidnapped by omega traffickers. Escaping will lead him straight into the arms of the orc warriors. Alpha Orcs Dorir and Jarkat is an instalove sweet and spicy m/m/m orc mpreg romance, with male pregnancy, no cheating, and a HEA. Around 10,000 words, or ...