Author C. Owen was never satisfied with his research. He had plans that expanded the capabilities of the human mind, and he was willing to use everyone he worked with to achieve his objectives. His ultimate dream was to become the all-powerful computer he invented. His goal was world domination, but that required the acquisition of power; the kind of power that was only available if you controlled Artificial Intelligence at the highest level. Author had a carefully designed plan that would make him the ultimate dictator after his death, controlling the whole world. His faithful staff were oblivious of his goals, and during an election year, they jokingly thought it would be fun to submit the Author Project as a write-in candidate. An AI computer program as the leader of the free world-it was funny. No one would support such an asinine idea. Or would they?
The line between triumph and tragedy is as fragile as a twist of faete. Ryanne's quest to unearth the elusive spark of creation within Titus that holds the fae's salvation isn't going exactly as planned. After all Ryanne wasn't supposed to fall for the pirate. Her fae mentors warned her she could lose her humanity if she gets too close to the bradaís, eternal foes of the fae. But how do they expect her to complete her mission without getting too involved? It would be so much easier if Titus didn't make her feel safe . . . and excited. Titus seeks solace in Ryanne's arms, the one person who can soothe his darkness within. Haunted by his past, he is determined to remain hidden, away from the relentless fae and the ruthless bradaís alike. Confronting either could spell disaster for the fragile peace he's found with Ryanne. Ryanne finds herself ensnared in a deadly game of fae and bradaís. The conflict threatens to crush her spirit and twist her fate with a darkness that is beyond anything she's encountered before. Can she conquer her fears and stand against the most powerful of the bradaís while still protecting her beloved fae? After all, she is no longer caílin-a child to the fae. Yet, it seems she may no longer be entirely human either.
On 25 January 2019 hundreds of people perished when a tailings dam at an iron ore mine in Brazil failed catastrophically.Liquified waste suffocated workers in seconds, and filled the valley below with sludge, destroying lives and livelihoodsforever. The Brumadinho tragedy captured the world's attention, and triggered the Global Tailings Review, a multistakeholder process co-convened by the United Nations-backed Principles for Responsible Investment, the United Nations Environment Program, and the world's largest mining companies through the International Council on Mining andMetals. The review was intended to learn lessons from past failures to prevent future disasters. This book describes the politicsof the process from the perspective of two expert panellists who supported the independent chair in drafting a new globaltailings Standard. It provides an insider account of the review, its key achievements and its numerous flaws. Hopkins and Kemp document in forensic detail how the Standard came to represent a step change, yet also falls short. The book providesunique insights into the extent to which the mining industry wielded power to serve its own self-interest. It also describeshow different stakeholders in the process sought to counter the collective power of mining companies, and how other globalevents, from COVID-19 to the destruction of ancient Aboriginal caves in the Juukan Gorge in Australia, shaped the finaloutcome. The mining industry largely got what it wanted and in doing so limit edits ability to overcome its own crisis ofcredibility.
One Grand Prize - Two Rival FamiliesSeven Mystery Clues - Countless LaughsThe mountains are calling, so 11-year-old Joey Storthoaks must go... All the way to the Canadian Rocky Mountains! Oh yeah, his parents and six siblings are going with him. While there, the Storthoaks clan gets roped into the mischievous Family Red Chair Challenge. The contest is simple: All family members must traverse to seven demanding National Park locations and gather a secret symbol from each. Decoding these symbols will unveil a bonus hidden location. The first family to get to the bonus site wins $25,000 and national bragging rights! Easy!... Never mind confronting a bitter family rivalry, ugly money-making scandal, jail time, enough danger to fill twenty lifetimes, and, worse yet, a non-stop diet of dry peanut butter and jelly wraps. Buckle up as Saskariver's favorite homeschooled "misfit" embarks on his most entertaining escapade yet. With real locations and hair-raising historical facts, this hilarious adventure is the perfect story to thrill readers young and old.
When magic and monsters cross From the Loving Monsters Series Greta Aqen is done being the good girl witch. In a chance meeting with a man on a motorcycle her inner bad girl gives him a kiss. That kiss wakes up her fantasy of what this Leather Boy could do with her. Leather Boy, otherwise known as Rhys Gold is not in the market for any long-term relationships, but after a kiss that has his fangs popping, this vampire wouldn't mind a night of passion with the crazy woman at the grocery store. However, he comes to his senses and rides off into the night. Fate has other plans. They meet again and the fire between them is a flaring inferno. Greta has her life planned out and it doesn't include Rhys. Rhys is fine with that until something happens that changes both of their lives. This is a stand-alone with a HEA. There is a first book that does introduce some of the characters and the world they live in. Rosemary Wolfe, M. D. (Monster Doctor) This series has characters that are intense in the bedroom as well as out. Better suited for mature readers.
Continuing the western tradition of "bastard ghazals" that do not hold to the form or intent of the 13thcentury Sufi mystics who wrote of religious devotion and erotic longing, these poems are collagestracing a route at the edges of suburban houses filled with doppelganger children, county jails andflophouse hotels, Sonny Liston and Geechie Wiley, Maurice Sendak and the Lindburgh baby, PhilipGuston, Willie Bobo, recidivist airline stowaways, and the numinous messages left between the cloudsand garbage dumpsters.These poems breathe in a space framed by psychoanalyst Michael Eigen: "We are part of one greatparadoxical monism, a wholeness that thrives on fragmentary processes, bits and pieces throbbing withsignificance," and the poet Charles Simic, "The poem is an attempt at self-recovery, self-recognition, self-remembering, the marvel of being again... A poem is a piece of the unutterable whole."
This book reveal Christ in YOU! The Hope of His glory resting upon you . You are part of our Lords answer's to the earths problems. So dig in and find your place in His Kingdom.
Sexual Content Advisory and Promise: This novel tells of a vibrant young woman exploding into adulthood by determination to live strong. To strive. Moreover, it focuses specifically on her sexual awakening. The depiction of sex is extensive and explicit. From the author: >Explicit: >John Kirnan
"I'm going to put all you starfish in a cage with Triton and see which species get eaten," said Dan the Diver. "That should tell us its prey preference. What could possibly go wrong?"
Dianna Partridge rejected him, so he became a rake. But Jason Baird wants to settle down. He needs a woman not a simpering Miss.Dianna has been running her father business, But she feels she has missed out on some things.
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with Simba, an 18-year-old rebellious orphan, as he is whisked away from a desperate existence into a world of unimaginable wonders.In this high-tech future, the impossible is routine. Dark energy is harnessed, smartphone weapons redefine combat, and a smug quantum computer uses exotic particle science to accelerate the evolution of the human race. Yet, within this tapestry of mind-bending technology and life-altering science, malevolent forces lurk in the shadows.Will Simba and his new friends escape their tears and embrace the gift of their new world, or will the founders of an enigmatic organisation be thwarted by their sworn enemy?
Ruby the scruffy puppy is lost! How will she find her way home? As Ruby searches she makes new friends and learns what home really means. Come along on her adventure!
Imagine the pressures of living with several hundred elves and twelve arrogant reindeer (so they can fly... whatever), plus a husband who does nothing but make toys - all day, every day - and then gives them away. How do you run a household like that?? And balancing the checking account? Forget it.This is the wretched plight of Mrs. Santa Claus. All year long, day after numbing day, she mends tiny elf socks and cooks tiny elf meals, serving them on tiny elf plates, and for what? A great big "Ho-Ho-Ho!" is about as good as it gets for a girl stuck at the top of the world without cable.Unlike everyone else at the North Pole, Mrs. Claus is only human, and come December she is tethered to sanity with a loose knot. In quiet desperation, she waits for her annual night off - Christmas Eve. It's the one night of the year when her man is far, far away. The one night when she has no responsibility whatsoever. But this year something is amiss. This year, Mrs. Claus is beyond a good book. She's beyond a warm comforter and a nice cup of hot cocoa. Waybeyond. Nothing too serious mind you. Nothing you couldn't mend with a sip or two of chardonnay, but nonetheless difficult to explain when Santa returnshome, because this Christmas Eve... Mrs. Claus Runs Amok!
Penelope Pym has kept a diary since her eighth birthday. Weeks before her wedding to life-long friend, Evan, she decided to create a unique and very personal wedding gift for her fiancé. Penelope writes a memoir composed of selected diary entries related to her many happy, sad, and often frustrating experiences with Evan over the course of their journey. As Penelope shares and narrates her diary entries, she begins to have second thoughts-about the memoir, not the wedding. The road to wedded bliss between the two friends has been more than a little bit bumpy. Finally, Penelope determines that if her love story with Evan could have survived the tragedy and hilarity documented in her diary, there is nothing it could not endure. The Powerful Penelope Pym is a light-hearted romance and a coming-of-age story about a young woman's struggles with life, love, and everything in between. Miss Penelope Pym offers a deeply personal view of her youth and adds just the right touch of humor along the way.
Max is sick. But the cure the doctor prescribes may actually be worse than the illness-at least in Max's mind. Will Max face his fears and follow the doctor's orders so he can feel better and play with his friends again? Find out in this fun, full-color story about doing what's right, even if it seems a little scary. This illustrated children's book makes a great gift for kids ages 3 to 8. Discussion questions and word definitions included.
Come and join Ginger on an adventure of her life! Ginger will tell you all about her home, siblings, bedtime routine, and, not to forget, her favorite turkeys! Ever since Ginger was a kitten, her love for eating turkey grew! Meet Dana Alawadhi, a writer and storyteller who is also the president of the Student Council at her school. She loves writing exciting and creative stories for kids. In this story, Dana shares her enormous passion and love for animals, especially her cat, Ginger. When she's not writing, she likes to do gymnastics, cooking, and volleyball. Get ready for thrilling adventures and fun characters in Dana's stories that will keep you hooked.
Lost Lost: The Release is a book of poetry born out of emotionally-fueled breakups (both platonic and romantic), grief, and disappointment. Read to witness how Geri Oh releases their emotion through poetic feelings, resolutions, and lessons.
New Orleans private investigator Solomon Peters finds a mysterious envelope when he arrives at his French Quarter office on the Friday before Labor Day. Inside are a handwritten note and five one-hundred-dollar bills, offered as a retainer for simply agreeing to talk with the sender later that afternoon--no strings attached. Solomon accepts the retainer and meets with the author of the note, an elderly gentleman named Robert Poirier. The tasking seems simple enough: deliver a letter to a designated individual at a location in the New Orleans French Market the next night. And the fee in return is a mouthwatering $25,000. Easy job. Easy money. What could possibly go wrong?
"A Walk in the Hood: A Roadmap from Obstacles to Success and Beyond Your Circumstances"is a transformative self-help book specifically crafted to empower and uplift young black teens facing the unique challenges of growing up in rough areas. With a heartfelt understanding of these struggles, Stephanie Nicole delivers a powerfulguide that n o tonly offers solutions but also inflame hope.In this compelling and compassionate book, readers will find invaluable guidance on navigating the disheartening realitiesof life in the hood. From the heart-wrenching experiences of losingparents to incarceration, the daily grind of making ends meet, and the relentlesspressure to "keep up with the Joneses," this book providespractical strategies and heartfeltadvice."A Walk in the Hood" dive into critical topics such as avoiding drama, violence, and resisting the attraction of sexual temptation, offering insight into building healthy relationships and making informed choices. It also addresses the responsibilities of helping with young siblings, the challenge of feeling uneducated, and the struggle with low self-esteem.What sets this book apart is the genuine understanding that Stephanie Nicole brings to the table. Having experienced similar trials firsthand, theauthor connects with readers on a personal level, sharing real-life stories and relatable situationsthat inspire resilience, determination, resist expectations, and achieve their dreams. A" Walk in the Hood" i sa call to action, a source of inspiration, rise above adversity, and a roadmap to success that strives to not only change lives but thrive lives."A Walk in the Hood" is n o tjust a book; it's a lifeline for young black teens seeking a path to success and fulfillment despite the odds stacked against them. With yoursupport, "A Walk in the Hood and Beyond" has the potential to be a source of empowerment and inspiration for generations of black teens striving for a brighter future.It's more than just words on a page; it's a testament to the strength and resilience that can be found within every young individual, no matter their circumstances.
In this book, the serial entrepreneur Kandice Sherril, speaks on her trials and tribulations through her journey in entrepreneurship. This includes the wins and losses, the good, bad, and the ugly. This book's main goal is to motivate the next aspiring entrepreneur or individual all in one.
This book was written in memory of a man, also known as "dad." He was not just any ordinary dad; he was the definition of a true family man. He was someone that never met a stranger and was a successful small business owner for over 35 years. As a child of a small business owner, growing up my upbringing was very unique and what I consider now to be very special. As an adult now with a family of my own, and a professional career of over 20 years working with small businesses, I wanted to share my story. A story of my dad and his journey, but also a self-help book for small business owners as they navigate starting, maintaining, and growing a business. Throughout your reading, I hope you reflect on your purpose in life. Start by asking yourself a few questions. What is your purpose in life? What are your priorities in life? If you are a small business owner, why did you start a business? Maybe you took over a family-owned business, maybe it was to support your family financially, or maybe you were just looking for a work life balance with a flexible schedule. No matter your reasoning, I hope my story can remind you of your "why" and why you keep going each and every day. People have always told me, you know how to tell a story, and you really know how to connect with people. I think back to those words, I get it honestly from my father. I also think isn't that why we are all here, to connect with one another. Dad's life purpose was to serve others, work hard, build and grow relationships, provide for his family, and have fun doing it! I am the proud child of a small business owner. I hope you enjoy this reading and thank you for allowing me to connect with you.
This rhyming children's book features Josie, a young owl who loves to play with Mama and Cousin. With the help of her family, Josie learns that mask wearing promotes health, can add to your own unique style, and doesn't have to be scary!
Introducing the 2024 Coloring Calendar, the perfect blend of fun and education for your little ones!UNICORN COLORING CALENDAR: Designed with your kids or students in mind, this monthly calendar is a large 8.5x8.5 inches in size, making it easy for little hands to handle. It also fits in a backpack, ensuring that your child can take their unicorn friends on the go.HOLIDAYS: We've got all major holidays covered! From Labor Day to Christmas Day, and New Year's Day, our calendar includes all the US bank holidays that your child should be aware of. It's the perfect way to keep track of festivities and important dates throughout the year.LEARNING: Whether you're a homeschooling parent or a teacher managing a bustling classroom filled with curious preschoolers, elementary school students, or middle schoolers, this yearly calendar chart is your secret weapon. It helps teach routines, instill a sense of organization, and reward children for learning responsibility.PREMIUM PAPER: Our calendar is crafted with premium paper, which provides an ideal canvas for coloring with crayons.PART OF THE UNICORNS LEARNING SERIES: Our Coloring Calendar is part of an exciting Unicorns Learning series that aims to combine fun and learning in one. Explore a world of unicorns and educational content in every part of this series.
In his latest poetic descent into cranial madness, Z.M. Wise explores the vast, boundless illusions and verisimilitudes of what occurs during our nocturnal absence (excluding the guilty pleasures known as reveries). Composed in the form of a nonlinear epic, The Pleasant Dreamers sways like an indecisive palm tree under the influence of villainous wind, from narrative and lyrical verse to free-form, tangential dreamscapes and morbidly grotesque tribulations. It embodies the multitude of unconscious inspirations that often turns reality into a game of chance. It answers the questions that haunt our cognitive thought processes. It celebrates the welcoming of cinematic escapism of living inside one's mind, as well as the deep-seated concern of being consumed by such fantasies. In the bittersweet end, only you can determine the significance of this volume.
Fig encapsulates the voices of Alice Waters, chef, and food activist through persona poems. It seeks to speak to women who are living with trauma and fear in this current political climate.
Embark on an enchanting coloring odyssey with "Dreamscape Adventures: A Surreal Coloring Journey." This captivating coloring book transcends the ordinary, inviting you to explore the realms of imagination and creativity. Dive into a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, and each page promises a new and captivating visual experience.Within these pages, you'll discover a tapestry of intricate illustrations, each a portal to a unique dreamscape. From whimsical landscapes to fantastical creatures, every image beckons you to unleash your artistic spirit and infuse vibrant hues into the surreal scenes. Whether you're seeking a moment of meditative calm or a burst of creative inspiration, this coloring book offers the perfect canvas for your imagination to roam.Let your colored pencils dance across pages adorned with surreal cityscapes, ethereal flora, and creatures born of dreams. Each illustration is meticulously crafted, providing both novices and experienced colorists with an immersive journey through a world where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary."Dreamscape Adventures" is more than just a coloring book; it's a visual sojourn into the fantastical realms of your mind. So, pick up your favorite coloring tools, set your imagination free, and bring these surreal visions to life. Join the coloring adventure that transcends reality and embraces the magic of your own creative dreamscape.Get ready to color outside the lines and let the journey unfold on every page. "Dreamscape Adventures" is your passport to a realm where colors breathe life into the extraordinary.
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