Virtual Worlds

How to Write a Book: A Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Your Story, Finding Your Voice, and Sharing Your Message with the World Have you always dreamed of writing a book but didn’t know where to start? How to Write a Book is your ultimate companion on the journey from blank page to published masterpiece. Whether you're an aspiring novelist, a non-fiction storyteller, or someone with a personal journey worth sharing, this guide will walk you through every step—from finding your purpose and building a writing habit, to revising, marketing, and publishing your work. Packed with expert advice...

What happens when the most powerful witch of today meets the most powerful witch of 1502? Passions ignite, secrets are revealed, and the world will never be the same. Adam Parrish is a modern-day witch. A pediatric oncologist by day and a hunter of evil witches by night, he’s conflicted by his two callings. Saving the world all on his own is not what it’s cracked up to be, and it’s hell on a social life, but what choice does he have? Vivienne Lanier is a witch and a midwife in 1502. When she touches an illuminated manuscript, she's thrown through time to its present-day location at ...

Are You Ready to Create Your Story World?All stories take place in a story world, no matter what the genre! What is your story world like? Let THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO WORLD BUILDING show you how to create a story world that is believable, and genre-appropriate as well as appropriate to your story! This THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO WORLD BUILDING not only explains why you need a story world, but also shows you the many ways a properly developed story world will enhance your story and deepen your readers' experiences with your writing. It will show you how to use your story world to develop ...

Transform Your Passion into Profit and Build a Thriving TikTok Shop Business! Discover the secrets to dominating social commerce, driving sales with engaging content, and building a brand that thrives on the world’s fastest-growing platform. In “How to Start a Profitable TikTok Shop Business,” you’ll unlock the strategies and insights needed to turn your passion into a profitable venture. In this completely comprehensive guide, you’ll learn: • How to harness TikTok’s algorithm to maximize your reach and engagement, ensuring your content gets seen by the right audience. • The...

"Star Trek was explicitly crafted by its creator, Gene Roddenberry, into a humanist manifesto; the stories Trek told were humanist parables, putting forth the core philosophies to which he was devoted: equality, reason, integrity, fairness, opportunity, community. I was soaking them up before I even really understood what they were. I didn’t know it way back in 1972, but Star Trek had already made a humanist of me. It just took me a while to discover that there was a word for it. "This book is a celebration of both the stories and the values they inculcated in me. It is a humanism primer,...

Unlock the secrets of our technological age with Hidden Elements, an illuminating exploration into the world of rare earth minerals. Delve into the complexities of natural wonders that fuel our everyday lives—from powering your smartphone to advancing groundbreaking medical technologies. Discover why these hidden elements are more critical than ever in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven era. Start your journey with a compelling introduction to the fascinating world of rare earth minerals. Trace their historical roots and understand their crucial role in shaping human progress. Navigate ...

Follow Matt Sheridan in Book Four of the acclaimed series by Robert Cole. The world is decimated after Islamic terrorists unleash a combined nuclear and biological attack on the United States. Barbaric acts of violence and forced slavery forced him to flee his home, and now rogue elements of what remains of the federal government have chased him from his country. Follow the seasoned Army Ranger and his extended family as they go head-to-head with the US President and decide how best to keep their family safe in the post-pandemic world. Prepare yourself for action, intrigue and hours of lost...

Will one squad's desperate stand against a robot uprising save the human race from the brink of extinction? Logan Asher and his elite squad emerged from the ashes of the old world to wage a guerrilla war against the machines. Every day brings them new recruits, and yet for every man Logan has, the machines have ten. When the squad discovers a seeming rival faction of robots under the control of a mysterious man who calls himself the Progenitor, Logan believes he's found the secret to saving humanity. It will require convincing the Progenitor to help them. And leading Logan's men into the ...

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....

After stumbling upon a portal.... ... a universe of magic and science exploration becomes possible, and life is never the same again. Bored in science class for the hundredth time, Noah stares out the window until a strange noise catches his attention—one that no one else seems to hear. Following the sound, he sneaks out, only to find a gateway to another dimension right before his eyes... and then it all gets a little crazy... But just when Noah fears he’s destined to be trapped in a parallel universe all alone, he discovers a world brimming with new friends, wondrous discoveries, and ...

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 ...

How were the Angels and Demons created and how did they end up in either Heaven or Hell. Who are the Angels and what are the Nine Angelic Choirs? What are the teachings and beliefs that people have on the Angels? See how the Angels and the Archangels interact with mankind. Get to know the three Archangels: Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. Learn about their story from their creation, through the Bible, and to the present day. Discover how the Angels and Demons help us in our struggle to do good or bad in the fight over the salvation of souls.

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 ...

Welcome to the shadowy realm of organized crime, where power, money, and violence reign supreme. In Shadow Syndicates: The Dark World of Organized Crime, delve into the histories of the most notorious crime syndicates across the globe, from the Italian Mafia and Russian Mafia to the Yakuza, Mexican Drug Cartels, and many more. This comprehensive book offers an in-depth exploration of how these organizations have shaped the course of history through bloodshed and corruption. Learn about the Italian Mafia's deep-rooted influence in politics and business, the rise of the Russian Mafia in the ...

They are everywhere. Your workplace, your house, your street. And now they are coming for you... Logan Asher and his elite squad are sent to the Red Sea to put an end to a terrorist cell. It's meant to be a simple in and out mission. His rangers have the edge. Better training. Better firepower. Better gear. Plus a slew of support bots. But then all of their tech turns on them. Their smart goggles go dark. Their weapons jam. The machines that once fought at their sides now shoot at them. Cut off from HQ, Logan and his men fight for their lives to get home. No matter where they turn, the ...

Artificial Intelligence has been around for many years without us fully realizing it. Today, with the widespread diffusion of online Ai Generatives, such as Chat-Gpt, Midjourney, etc... this technology has become within everyone's reach and easy to use for anyone. If this world fascinates you, but you're completely fasting on the subject and don't want to miss the train leaving, this book wants to help you enter this world and clearly. This guide will break it down for you in an easy-to-digest way, yet comprehensively enough, whether you want to apply AI practically or learn for general ...

World War 1 for Kids is a must read for all younger people! Includes over 20 photographs bringing the war to life! Did you know? Sydney Lewis was just 12 when he joined the army! Did you know? 35,000 miles of trenches were dug during the war! World War 1 for Kids takes you on an exciting journey through World War 1, packed with amazing stories, heroic acts, how battles were fought and what really happened including: ● How the assassination of an Austrian Archduke in Bosnia led to a global war! ● The major battles and the turning points of the war. ● Which countries took part and on ...

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 ...

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 ...

As the world continues to rebuild after the collapse, groups across the country are coming together to form new communities. Some just want to survive. Some want to build a better place in which to live than the one that is now gone. And some want to conquer and enslave others in order to expand their own fledgling empires. In this evolving mix, Stonemont and their allies must navigate the ever-changing dynamics of friends and enemies - and attempt to build a new place in the world where people can live free.