Virtual Worlds

JOIN THE CORPS AND EXPLORE NEW PLANETS. EXPERIENCE ADVENTURE IN FARAWAY LANDS The Corps of Discovery goes where most men fear to tread - unexplored alternate Earths! Bill Clark thought he had joined the Corps to explore new planets, only to find out there was a lot more to it than that. His new home is far freer than the one he left, but also more dangerous. Bill begins to wonder if he'll be able to survive on these new worlds. It’s not just the Pleistocene predators he has to avoid, but somebody is actively trying to kill him and the woman he loves. Is his life really worth joining the ...

Sibling Demi-Gods battle for control of the souls of the dead, in this award-winning fantasy series. Seventeen-year-old Cayden Tiernan and his twin sister Avery are blissfully unaware of their true identities, due to their sudden reincarnation into a mortal form. Hunted from birth, they are hidden by their father in the remote and treacherous cliffs of Sanctuary-By-The-Sea, and raised as simple sheepherders. Their huntress is not your normal run-of-the-mill villain. The dark power behind Queen Alcina’s desperate search will allow no mercy, for this dark force is responsible for their ...

With Pap hauled off to the state penitentiary, Bettina finally feels safe. Living with Nanny Fay Tucker, working as a packhorse librarian, and being courted by Shay Leeson is a life beyond anything she'd imagined. And it's only going to get better. Because soon she'll be an honorary auntie to her best friend Addie's baby, and--for sure not much longer--she'll exchange vows with Shay and become his wife. Things in Boone's Hollow couldn't be rosier...until she gets word that the governor suspended Pap's sentence and he'll be coming back sooner than she expected. Shay wants to marry her real ...

“This tale is so action-packed! You'll love the supporting cast, the setup, the mystery, and the inevitable solve with plenty of surprises - a fast-paced fun read!” –Kay Smith-Blum, author of Tangles Josh Lowenstein is back! Although reluctant to utilize his unique but problematic Watching talents again, his ability to travel through space and time, he finds himself profoundly affected by a photograph of a painting stolen by the Nazis during WWII. Along with Watchings, this time Josh also experiences a new paranormal pheonomenon–visits–as he ventures into the past to discover the ...

Unlock the Power of Meaning, Choice, and Freedom with The Beginner’s Guide to Existentialism: How to Find Meaning, Make Bold Choices, and Live Authentically in a Confusing World Are you curious about existentialism, but not sure where to start? Overwhelmed by terms like “the absurd,” “authenticity,” or “existential dread”? This accessible, engaging guide is your perfect entry point into one of philosophy’s most powerful and life-changing movements. The Beginner’s Guide to Existentialism explores the core ideas of existential thought—freedom, responsibility, the search ...

Cursed: Tales of the World's Most Haunted Objects delves into the eerie, terrifying, and often deadly world of cursed artifacts. This gripping collection unravels the dark histories and spine-chilling legends surrounding some of the most infamous haunted objects, people, and places from around the globe. From the deadly allure of the Hope Diamond to the sinister whispers of the Dybbuk Box, each chapter explores a new tale of mystery and malevolence. Drawing on historical accounts, scientific investigations, and eyewitness testimonies, Hayes offers a concise yet captivating exploration of ...

Previously published as Destiny Repeating Strange spheres appear in the sky all around the world. No one can explain what they are or where they're from. When people begin suffering from a mysterious illness panic ensues, and soon only a tiny faction of the earth's population remains. With nowhere to call home and no answers to be found, Daniel Brickman takes up residence in the White House and begins trying to rebuild society, but the spheres were only the beginning. "Daniel retreated upstairs to the President's private living room in the White House. The ornate furniture which seemed so ...

“Education is the art of making men ethical”—Georg F. W. Hegel, Philosophy of Right Both reason and unreason exist in this world. The sublime and the ridiculous are inseparable. The enigmatic force called “daemonism” by Goethe can erupt and overturn all our calculations. Mikhail Lifshitz argued that the dualistic worldview of ancient and primitive mythologies splendidly reflects this realistic picture of the universe. We associate myth with wild and entirely improbable stories, but a kernel of universal truth resides within them. That truth can serve as our guide toward becoming ...

Justin Miller presents the second book in the World Seed series. Join John Hulett as he continues his journey through the world of NeoLife, bringing his experiences and powers to play on Earth to aid against the coming storm. What exactly does the future hold for mankind?

The zombie apocalypse started one year ago. Life as everyone knew it was over in a matter of days. No one knew what stared it. All they knew was that nothing would ever be the same again. What remained now was little more than a dead world. Most of the cities and towns still stood and the streets were buzzing with activity, but it was the kind of activity you avoided if you wanted to live. The story follows three groups that had managed to survive. Surrounded by the dead, each group attempts to escape a horrible fate and hopefully find a way to go on and live in what is left of their world....

This is the compelling story of a retired Police Detective who embarks on a journey to becoming a Psychic Medium of international renown, working with celebrities and appearing in major TV productions. Nicky gives her unique no-holds-barred view of what it is like to work for the Spirit World and includes the most heart rending and hilarious anecdotes of spirit contact as she makes her way into full-time Mediumship. Miracles, gob-smacking messages and unequivocal contact from the dead makes this collection of spiritual stories an absolute must read for the believer, the open-minded sceptic ...

Solo PbtA is a comprehensive guide to enjoying any Powered by the Apocalypse (PbtA) game in solo play. The book demystifies the notion that these games require a group, providing strategies, tools, and techniques and techniques for emulating the role of the Master of Ceremonies (MC) or Game Master (GM) and experience immersive narratives independently, with a strong focus on utilizing and adapting Playbooks for a solo player. The first part of the book lays the groundwork, explaining PbtA principles, MC agendas, and an introduction to the function of Playbooks in both group and solo play. ...

This is the account of a three week bike tour through some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. The book is packed full of beautiful photographs, maps, useful information and the account of the journey made by Tom and Harry. Starting in the city of Chandigahr, they cycled along the famous Manali to Leh Highway and then over the highest motorable pass in the world. On the way they experienced stunning landscapes, fascinating wildlife, the kindness of strangers, wonderful campsites, illness, negotiated their way around landslides and visited Buddhist monasteries. Reading this book is...

★★★ "CINDERELLA MEETS TWILIGHT" - AMAZON REVIEW ★★★ After her mother’s death, Taylor Hale goes to live with her father on the remote island of Dawnhaven. She’s dreading it, but she has a plan: she'll keep her head down, survive senior year, and ignore that her wicked stepmother treats her like trash. Then she meets wealthy summer resident James Champlain, and everything changes. James is tall and strapping, with a square jaw. In addition to his looks, he’s charming, funny, and kind. Taylor is increasingly drawn to him, but they're from two different worlds. She was on food...

"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. ...

Journey with a 23-year professional trader on his rollercoaster ride of a career as he reveals the rules that give the pros an edge and the secrets they don’t want you to know. "David Hale offers an insightful, humorous, and sometimes painful look into the world of day trading from the perspective of a trader with over 20 years of experience...I highly recommend this book as a must-have for your trading library" — STEVE BURNS, legendary trading educator, author of 17 trading books including New Trader Rich Trader " An outstanding book...Whether you're a novice trader, a seasoned trader ...

Scarred and carrying heavy burdens, Dom and his family have reunited, but their reunion is bittersweet. His son is on the side of the pirates—the same pirates who just attacked him. The happy ending he’d hoped for is an arm’s length away… for now. Getting to The Strufe Foundation is still his goal, but before he can push forward, he must make peace with his family, and that proves more difficult than he planned. Making matters worse, people at the camp have made themselves at home, but what initially looks like a noble goal reveals something sinister is afoot. Once again, pushed to ...

"Very entertaining...we truly felt like we were hiking along with them." "His love of the trail and its adventures shines through, yet he is humorous and practical...if you are interested in getting out there, train, research, read Reg's books, then get out there!" "A great read for experienced and aspiring trekkers." --Amazon reviewers As a child of the Sixties, Reg Spittle was no stranger to unrest and rebellion. So it was no surprise that, at age 60, when he closed his office door for the last time and left the working world behind, his restlessness would lead him to a path less traveled...

‘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 ...

BRILLIANT, YOUNG AND AMBITIOUS, Annika Tritzchler defies the norms of 1930s Berlin by pursuing medical training in a venue traditionally dominated by men. Facing contempt from her counterparts is minor compared to the massive upheaval in a city transitioning to dictatorship while brutally persecuting its enemies. Annika's career takes a decisive turn when, early in her psychiatric residency, she is expected to participate in applied eugenics- the roguish trend within Nazi medicine. Sterilizing patients deemed racially inferior and euthanizing the handicapped (including patients that she, ...