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On its release, Steven Smith's first book, The Reversion, became an instant classic in the preparedness/ survival/TEOTWAWKI genre. But the reviews and growing readership proved that it was more. It transcended its original target audience to appeal to many who had no previous interest in survivalism or preparedness as a lifestyle and made the jump to general adventure fiction.The reasons for this were several. It was well written, expansive in scope yet easy to follow. It told an interesting, compelling, story - intricate in its construction but smooth in its presentation. It introduced ...

Death walks beside me. Two weeks ago, I was hired by the Dragon Prince of Zaru to help his brother, the King, deal with their dead. Not that there is an abundance of corpses in their kingdom, but those who die aren't staying in their graves. As a necromancer, I'm one of the few people on Serai who can put the dead to rest and discover why they are rising. As a Raltven, I'm particularly good at it. Good enough that the King of Zaru sent his brother across the sea to find someone like me. At first sight, desire sparked between Prince Racmar and me. On the way to Zaru, our attraction for each ...

According to the Book of Daniel, the mystery of the 70-Heptad Prophecy will be revealed at the appointed time. This is a brand-new way to view the prophecy as it progressed from 444 BC to 2042. IT IS ALL ABOUT THE MESSIAH, as written in Daniel 7:13 & 14, “The Son of Man (Messiah) came with the clouds of heaven…There was given to Him dominion and glory and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages should serve Him: His dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and His kingdom that which shall not be destroyed.” His First Coming was to redeem humanity from...

It is January 1942 and ten year old German boy Deiter can’t understand how with all the efforts by the Fuhrer and the soldiers to make his country great again, why does everything just seem to be getting worse. In only seven days his whole world falls apart as he waits for the evacuations to happen and bring Abigail the girl with the yellow star and everyone he loves to the countryside which he believes to be Just like heaven. The world and the war through the eyes of innocence.Brendan Mac an Mhaoir's first novel ''Hiding Abigail'' was inspired by stories from his father's youth, where ...

The lights went out. The world fell apart. Now, survival is the only rule. When a devastating solar storm wipes out the power grid, civilization collapses nearly overnight. No power. No running water. No law. Panic ignites the streets as food disappears, cities burn, and violence spreads like wildfire. Retired Army Captain James “Hunter” Seaton always knew society was hanging by a thread—just nine missed meals from anarchy—but even he wasn’t prepared for how fast everything would unravel. In his quiet Tennessee neighborhood, fear turns neighbors into threats, and survival means ...

For fans of ALISON WEIR and PHILIPPA GREGORY ◆ FIRST PLACE WINNER - 2023 CHAUCER Book Awards - Early Historical Fiction ◆ WINNER - 2023 READERS' FAVORITE Awards - Fiction-Historical-Personage ◆ Royalty ◆ Power ◆ Politics ◆ Love ◆ Struggle Bestselling biographer and historian Sarah Gristwood, author of Game of Queens and The Tudors in Love, calls this tale of early 16th-century Europe's most brilliant power broker “Compelling and wholly convincing—at once a vividly readable novel and a long-overdue presentation of Europe's unsung heroine to the broad audience she deserves....

When Sergeant Daniel “Danny” Fontaine’s troop plane is shot down over the coast of France during the Allied airborne invasion on D-Day, he finds himself separated from his platoon and lost behind enemy lines. In his search to rejoin his platoon, he encounters a patrol of Germans who have captured a large animal. Figuring that if the Nazis want it, he has a duty to keep them from having it, he decides to attack while they are distracted. Daniel is severely wounded during the ensuing firefight but awakens the next morning to find himself in the Castle DuMond, not only alive but ...

From an award-winning author! Following the success of my trivia website, RaiseYourBrain, I published several award‑winning compilations of hard‑to‑believe facts that have reached hundreds of thousands of readers. One of the chapters in each trivia book was “Disturbing Facts about Our World”. In 2020, I filled an entire volume with facts about upsetting crimes and mayhem, combined with unbelievable yet real instances of misfortune and misery. This was a book where grim examples of bigotry and hypocrisy were intertwined with amusing stories of bad luck. Accordingly, I dedicated a ...

He is the last of his kind. Now, he's the prey in a universe of nightmares. Torn from a world he understood, a solitary giant known only as one of the Silent Ones is thrust into a relentless struggle for survival. Ripped through the fabric of reality by chaotic rifts, he's plunged into one hostile dimension after another, each more terrifying than the last. From a primeval jungle teeming with grotesque "Sky Screamers" and savage river lurkers, to a brutal, snow-covered wasteland stalked by a bladed monstrosity that can follow him through the very portals between worlds, his every breath is ...

This story is about a family, much like yours or mine, who went on what was to be a once in a lifetime vacation filled with camping and hiking in the Alaskan wilderness. The trip was to be one of relaxation against a backdrop of unforgettable scenery, as well as a chance to reconnect. In an “instant”, all that changed, and all that mattered was their survival against, not only a deadly, unseen human enemy, but those also found in the wild vastness of Alaska.

How the Ruthless Rise is a direct, unflinching manual for anyone ready to reject the fantasy of fair play and start mastering influence and control in the real world. If you’re tired of feel-good advice that doesn’t work in high-stakes situations, this book delivers clarity—fast. Drawing from Machiavellian leadership tactics and real-world strategy, this book teaches you to dominate through strategic power dynamics, not vague motivational slogans. It exposes the truth behind who actually wins—and why most people never do. You'll learn how to harness psychological manipulation ...

SHERLOCK HOLMES NEVER DIES. Six new stories of the world's greatest detective. Return to Baker Street, where the world's most famous detective encounters six new cases that require his expert touch. London's super sleuth, Sherlock Holmes, sets out with long-suffering Watson as the detectives of Scotland Yard are stumped yet again. Blood coats the street of Victorian England, but no evidence is clear, and no suspect cleared of guilt. As to be expected, evil genius-the Napoleon of Crime-Professor Moriarty soon reappears. The great detective must thwart his diabolical machinations, but even ...

Before the first light of dawn on the morning of June twenty-second, 1941 Oskar Scheja stood on the western shore of the Bug River, looking to the east. The Russian army was camped on the other side. When the signal came to begin Operation Barbarossa he and his comrades from the German Wehrmacht stormed over the River and began an assault that took millions of Germans deep into Russian territory. For some the journey was brief. For others, like Oskar, it would last for years, and the struggle did not end when the fighting was over. This is the story of one German soldier’s experience in ...

Journey into a tale of love, jealousy, redemption, and the enduring power of hope in The Apple and The Rose In the heart of the Enchanted Forest, Prince Alistair and Lady Aurelia's love blossoms amidst ancient trees and golden light. But their happiness is threatened by Lady Bellinea, Aurelia's envious sister, who will stop at nothing to claim the power she believes is rightfully hers. As dark magic courses through Bellinea's veins, she becomes a formidable adversary, casting a shadow over the kingdom. Meanwhile, Princess Alana escapes the castle to reclaim her kingdom and protect her ...

"If Orwell and Huxley had a love child, it would look like 2060—and it wouldn’t love you back." “In a world where freedom is quietly rewritten, books like 'The Mind of Gods' won’t be on the shelves forever.” In the year 2060, death is outlawed. Surveillance is absolute. Life is mandatory. Markus Blackshaw has never left his apartment. Every moment of his existence is tracked by Milli, the artificial intelligence that governs the Global Protectorate. Nothing is left to chance. Not your sleep. Not your thoughts. Not your death. But then Elwood appears—a man who doesn’t belong. ...

Those who trusted in the government’s promised oasis found only death and want. Can Anna find hope in a hopeless world? In this post-apocalyptic world, Anna, a teenaged orphan, has lost everything she once knew. She struggles to stay alive amidst a landscape overrun by zombies and other survivors, where death and destruction are the norm. Every choice Anna makes could be the difference between survival and succumbing to the surrounding dangers. Will Anna thrive or succumb to the threats of the apocalyptic world? Dead Autumn is the fifth story in the Operation Z world. If you liked the ...

Are you ready to embark on a thought-provoking journey to the depths of history, unveiling the concealed mysteries of the Turkic origins deeply intertwined with the ancient civilizations? Look no further! In this compelling two-volume work, you'll delve deep into a world of groundbreaking discoveries, ancient origins, and a fresh perspective on the rich tapestry of Turkic history. 🤝 All Proceeds Go to Charity 🤝 But this book is more than just a captivating read; it's a powerful force for good. Every penny from your purchase goes directly to charity, making a positive impact on those ...

‘World’s Best Bad Dad Jokes 2018’ is a compilation of the greatest ‘Dad jokes’ told by some of the nation’s best comedians in leading comedy clubs in New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Miami, and Seattle. “Outrageously funny!” raves Continental Comedy “The very best and worst Dad jokes ever!” Joker’s Wild Comedy “No bad puns, no corny one-liners – this is serious comedy for unserious Dads!” Homer’s Humor From inside: An older woman who lived alone with her cat heard someone digging in the backyard of the house next door. She leaned over the fence and saw her ...

In the midst of World War II, four extraordinary Black women find their paths converging in the groundbreaking 6888th Central Postal Battalion - the first all-Black, all-female unit to serve overseas. Sadie Lewis joins the WACs haunted by visions and the loss of her beloved husband Andrew, her gift of second sight both a blessing and a curse. Vibrant country girl Sammy Love Bonnet seeks adventure far from her Alabama farm, only to find unexpected love in a complicated situation. Single mother Paige Thomas enlists hoping to secure a better future for her teenage son, while former Broadway ...

As they were walking back across the plain to Mammoth Cliff the Clan survived the Wall of Fire and then the rains came and turned the Desolate Plain into a sea of mud and ash. Now the CaveMan Kid's Clan join the Cave Lions and Howling Beasts as they scavenge the plain for the unfortunate animals that didn't escape the fire. As Grandpa's little band are scavenging the plain to stock up on food for the coming winter, the survivors of the fire are recovering in Mammoth Cliff thinking about how to get all the food and hides back to the new home cave.