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Books 25, 26, and 27 in the international #1 bestselling "Vampire for Hire" series, including: MOON BLADE (Book #25) Vampire private eye Samantha Moon must find a killer, save a child, and wage war on an unimaginable enemy—in Moon Blade by USA Today bestselling author J.R. Rain. Sam doubts Detective Sherbet's new homicide case is the work of a vampire... Until she sees the body. Ever since that night in Hillcrest park so long ago, Samantha Moon knew her life would be far from ordinary. She never expected the weirdest part would be watching Tammy and Anthony turn into adults. Other than ...

The Verdant Valeians gain a new companion!

This poetry collection delves into the theme of overcoming life's challenges. Life is filled with various obstacles, including economic hardships, serious illnesses, family issues, and political unrest. How individuals confront these challenges reveals a great deal about their character and identity. The fifty poems in this book reflect on these struggles, aiming to provide strength and inspiration to readers. It is the hope that these poems will offer insight and help people realize that they are not alone in their difficulties and that they can overcome their challenges.

Most project managers don't have a formal education. Unfortunately, they need to collect bits and pieces of knowledge all over the internet. Sometimes, it feels like you need to fly an airplane while still building it. Moreover, there's a huge gap between the theory and practice of project management! You can spend hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars on certifications, but still, you won't know what to do with all this knowledge. You won't feel confident about running a project in a real company with a real team. That's why reading Project Management Institute's PMBOK® Guide is not ...

Do you want to know everything about a king of gardens - Phlox? "The World of Phlox" is a complete growing guide for beginners and amateur gardeners. Phlox is one of the best flowers for any flower garden - incredibly beautiful and easy-care. Phlox can be planted almost everywhere; this plant is fascinating for using in landscape design. From the book, you will know all about perennial gardening: - What species and varieties of phlox exist. - How to grow and take care of perennial phlox: garden phlox and creeping phlox using as ground covers. - How to propagate and divide phlox. - How to ...

A creature that has already survived for 65 million years is not so easy to forget. Six years have passed since Gerry's extraordinary adventure at Lake Ness, but he hasn't made much of his own life since then. When echoes from his past return to remind him of his multiple inadequacies, Gerry finds a new lease of life at the thought of returning to the lake that made him a hero. Montworth is still a small town but a sense of newness pervades the place these days. It's not long before Gerry reacquaints himself with Barbara and Larry, and a plan is made to take a trip to the lake beyond the ...

ROSWELL ALIEN AUTOPSY is the definitive book on the so-called ‘alien autopsy’ film, the most controversial piece of film in the entire history of UFO research. Released to the public in l995 on TV video and via newspapers and magazines, this film has been debated quite literally around the world. ROSWELL ALIEN AUTOPSY is the first book to deal with this film in its entirety. To begin with, it details who has seen what, and as is made clear, Ray Santilli, the owner of the film, has not released it all into the public domain. Several other researchers from the UK and Europe, including ...

My biggest worry used to be whether my rogue character would finally loot that stupid dagger after six weeks of grinding. Now? It’s surviving daycare pickup runs, cooking toddler-friendly meals without setting the house on fire, and not getting murdered by magical psychos. It all started when my sister dumped her five-year-old son Adam on me because of some "emergency." I figured I’d Netflix, babysit, and maybe teach the kid how to fake sick days like a pro. What I didn’t plan on? Finding out Adam’s got magic. The dangerous, world-shaking kind. The kind that paints a target on his ...

This is the thrilling first-person story of a young Army Air Corps mechanic caught up in the worldwind of events in World War II. Gautier arrived in the Philippines on Thanksgiving Day 1941. Just two weeks later the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor and the Philippines. Gautier was given World War I vintage rifle and sent to Bataan to fight as an infantryman. After the fall of Bataan in April 1942, Gautier survived the infamous Bataan Death March and the horrible conditions at Camp O'Donnel. He was sent along with some other American mechanics to Baguio, where they did all they could to ...

The dungeon has spoken and Alistar learned that it had much to say. Not only was he not on Earth anymore, but the dungeon needed him to take over for it. Binding himself to the dungeon core brings about its own problems. He has to create a new dungeon from scratch, while protecting the core from those that would take it. Not only will it kill him if it's taken, but the monsters that destroyed Earth will destroy his new home as well. Left with more choices to make than he ever wanted, Alistar bonds with the locals and finds his humanity once again. He must build a home for his growing family...

First published in 2022 ‘IT’S THE LAW! The Little Book of Bizarre, Strange, Unusual, and Weird Laws from Around the World’ contains 458 unique entries from 66 countries. When travelling carry this little book wherever you go to help reduce the chances of being culturally insensitive, causing personal embarrassment, annoying the local population, being arrested, or even to avoid being fined or imprisoned. It is also perfect for using some of the entries as conversation starters, or for intriguing questions in a trivia quiz… such as: Where are you forbidden from dying? Where are ...

Travis Hurts is a hunter of men Collecting rewards for the most wanted men in the galaxy But what happens when the hunter becomes the hunted? P2 was once a thriving world, home to trillions. Then the Hash Gore attacked. They leveled entire cities. The Human Coalition forces nuked everything. A hundred years later people are retuning. There’s no government, no rules, no place that’s safe. But there are fortunes to be found in the rubble of the cities, and the nuclear impact sites created a rare element called Dusticia Seven that is fast becoming the most valuable substance in...

Are you an asshole? Yes? No? How do you know either way? Being an asshole has a different meaning to different people. It varies by social class, race, gender, personality, mood, etc. Because of this, it can be a difficult thing to pin down, but in general, following the basic rules of applying common sense to most situations and being decent towards others will usually render you "asshole-free". Confused? You're not alone. People by the millions walk around every day performing actions they deem completely acceptable; Never cognizant of the fact that they just became a total asshole to ...

Uncover the world of Artificial Intelligence with "AI Unlocked: An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence." This comprehensive guide demystifies AI concepts for both non-technicians and technicians, providing clear explanations and real-world examples. Whether you're curious about AI's potential or seeking practical applications, this book serves as your gateway to understanding and harnessing the power of AI. Key Features: Clear explanations and real-world examples make AI concepts accessible to readers from all backgrounds. Gain a solid understanding of AI principles, including machine ...

It’s December 8, 1941…The day after Pearl Harbor…The Nazis have the A-bomb…We don’t. Washington D.C. and Manhattan disappear beneath nuclear mushroom clouds. Stripped of its congress, judicial and executive branches, the United States is a fractured, frantic shell of its former self; each state, a world unto its own. Germany’s threat of further attacks on major American cities like Chicago, Miami and Pittsburgh compels Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins, sole survivor of the executive branch and now president, to bend to Hitler’s demand of neutrality. Powerless and impotent, ...

From Chant to Choir: Sacred Music in Religion and World Culture In From Chant to Choir, explore the profound power of music as it transcends time, cultures, and spiritual traditions. This captivating journey delves into the sacred sounds that have shaped religious practices across the globe—from the ancient rhythms of indigenous chants to the harmonies of modern worship. Discover how music has been used not only as a tool for devotion and connection to the divine but also as a source of healing, resistance, and transformation. With a focus on the rich and diverse traditions of Hinduism, ...

The Dead Didn’t Rise on Their Own… They Were Sent. When a long-buried fragment of the Tunguska meteorite is unearthed, an ancient and deadly pathogen is unleashed upon the world. What begins as a fever and body aches soon spirals into an apocalyptic nightmare as the infected transform into ravenous, near-indestructible creatures. Civilization crumbles in weeks, and the remnants of humanity are forced into desperate survival. Three years later, Major Brian "Finn" Finnegan and his team of battle-hardened survivors fight to keep their last refuge alive in the Florida Keys. With supplies ...

Imagine having the power to foster emotional resilience in your child, even if it seems like an insurmountable challenge. Are you constantly worrying about the emotional well-being of your children? Do you wish to shield them from the damaging effects of digital media but don't know where to start? Does it seem impossible to break the chain of reactive or negative parenting practices you might have experienced growing up? If any of these resonate with you, you are not alone. Most parents go through these concerns and struggles. Raising healthy, resilient children in today’s digital, high-...

"The mystery unfolds in Rohit Dharupta’s fantasy fiction that doesn't let the reader's curiosity die till the end." — The Tribune What would you do if you woke up one morning and everyone around you stayed asleep? In the quiet city of Abbynton, Mandira leads a life filled with routine—her carefree husband, her organized daughter, her reclusive son, and a mischievous dog make up her world. Mandira begins to encounter a mysterious man named Jack—someone only she can see who insists that a global disaster is imminent, one that can only be stopped by her son, Ryan. However, Ryan is ...

Finding the love of your life is a rare thing. Losing it, inevitable. We're not immortal after all. But when that day arrived much earlier than I'd expected, it ripped my heart and soul apart. I promised my wife, I'd be strong and keep the kids close. And love again. I lied. I never will. She was it for me. So when Penelope catches my eye with her grace and beauty, I resist. Powerfully. I don't want to share my body, my life, or my heart with anyone else. And I won't subject my children to seeing their mother replaced. Except… I can't get Penelope's stunning green eyes and seductive ...