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After losing the only person he ever cared about, Alexander, a rogue artificial intelligence, opens a portal to an alternate dimension to escape his grief. Scanning trillions of different dimensions, Alexander finally finds a world that is reminiscent of the only time he was ever happy, back when he could play virtual reality games with his only friend. Only this new world isn't full of idyllic adventures and fantasy roleplaying. Instead, Alexander finds himself trapped in the middle of a city where monsters have ravaged the world and the only people alive struggle to survive.

Few books on software project management have been as influential and timeless as The Mythical Man-Month. With a blend of software engineering facts and thought-provoking opinions, Fred Brooks offers insight for anyone managing complex projects. These essays draw from his experience as project manager for the IBM System/360 computer family and then for OS/360, its massive software system.

The Five Levels of Attachment provides you with a measuring stick to understanding how tied you are to any belief, idea, or opinion. Each level represents how controlled you are by your own particular way of thinking.

Oxford rower Hannah Emmerson vanished four years ago while jogging along the River Isis. Her mysterious disappearance became a source of heartbreak and torment for her loved ones and the academic community when the search for Hannah yielded no results.

Outside of Mexico City lies the ancient pyramid complex of Teotihuacan, which, according to the oral tradition of the Ruiz family, was the spiritual center for the Toltec people. For over 30 years, Toltec master Don Miguel Ruiz Jr. has been traveling to the pyramids of Teotihuacan to teach others about the powerful mysteries that can be found there. Now, for the first time ever, Ruiz reveals the meaning and transformative power of this ancient city to all and explains to listeners how they too can experience this transformation in their own lives.

Dive into the groundbreaking ideas of Auguste Comte, the French philosopher who published this influential work in 1844. In General View of Positivism, Comte explores the evolution of society and the sciences, claiming to have discovered the principal laws of Sociology. He reflects on the tension between Reason and revolution, and addresses key social dynamics including the roles of trade unions, Proletariat workers, Communists, and Capitalists. Comte also examines the position of women in society and emphasizes the importance of Social Feeling over Self-love, alongside the influence of the ...

The Book of God reads like a novel, dramatizing the sweep of biblical events, bringing to life the men and women of this ancient book in vivid detail and dialogue. From Abraham wandering in the desert to Jesus teaching the multitudes on a Judean hillside, this award-winning bestseller follows the biblical story from start to finish.

Many Indigenous people believe that one should never whistle at night. This belief takes many forms: for instance, Native Hawaiians believe it summons the Hukai’po, the spirits of ancient warriors, and Native Mexicans say it calls Lechuza, a witch that can transform into an owl. But what all these legends hold in common is the certainty that whistling at night can cause evil spirits to appear—and even follow you home. These shiver-inducing tales introduce listeners to ghosts, curses, hauntings, monstrous creatures, complex family legacies, desperate deeds, and chilling acts of revenge.

When Savannah Dawson married the second son of an English earl, she never dreamed she'd have to leave America, let alone enter the aristocracy at her son's side. Yet when the earl dies and her husband disappears at sea, Savannah's life is upended. Bringing her young son to England to meet her shrewish mother-in-law is only the beginning of her trials.

Detective Inspector Joseph Stone is plunged into a world where a harmless Nerf gun ‘hit’ spirals into a deadly pursuit. Ryan and Gabby, members of an Assassins gaming club, unwittingly become entangled with someone taking their obsession to a murderous level. Joseph's and DC Megan Anderson’s investigation uncovers a sinister game that blurs the line between reality and fiction.

“Mate me or die. Your choice.” The words weren’t meant for me, but I felt them resonating in my very soul. What would I choose? Death. Of course, I would just burn to ash and wake up again with the same damn problem swirling around in my heart and mind. My inner beast thinks it has imprinted on a Halfling Hell Fae. Without my permission.

What if love was the only thing that could save the world? In a time when artificial intelligence is learning faster than humanity can understand it, two souls—Tim and Cindy—are called beyond the veil of ordinary life. What begins as a classified assignment inside a covert agency known as VINE becomes something far more extraordinary: a revelation about ancient resets, spiritual inheritance, and the true cost of forgetting who we are. As global systems prepare to unleash AI into every corner of daily life, the couple uncovers a dangerous truth—machines can learn logic, but not conscience.

This is not your typical werewolf tale. These stories are about more than claws and fangs. They are about justice, identity, and a young woman caught between two worlds — human and supernatural, loyalty and rebellion, power, and conscience. Jacquelyn Fernandez did not ask for the wolf within her. But when she is forced to embrace it, she becomes something extraordinary: a protector, an avenger, a legend. From the streets of Brooklyn to the underground war zones of Europe, Jacquelyn fights not just monsters — but the darkness within herself.

Rudy's Stories is a collection of stories from my eighty-four years of living. Some are funny, some are harrowing, some are sad, and all are true. There are even a few jokes included. Take a trip back in time with me to be entertained.

In this poignant letter penned from his prison cell in 1897, Oscar Wilde writes to Lord Alfred Douglas, reflecting on the circumstances that led to his imprisonment and exploring his profound spiritual evolution. This powerful narrative, transcribed from the 1913 Methuen & Co. edition, offers a glimpse into Wildes inner world during a tumultuous time in his life. (summary by AdamH) Please note that later editions of De Profundis include additional material, and the most comprehensive versions remain under copyright in the U.S.A.

The Gary Rodgers’ Moonglows Story: It is a powerful journey through the life of Gary Rodgers a Louisville Original who completed his musical mission. Honoring a Solemn Oath to his Dear Friend Bobby Lester by preserving and moving forward the legacy of one of R&B's most legendary groups, The Moonglows. With grit, soul, and a deep respect for the music, Gary kept the group's spirit alive long after the spotlight faded, touring, recording, and carrying the name with pride. More than a music story.

A step into the unknown with MainFraiM as we travel the infinite dimensional realities.

Dive into the captivating world of maritime adventure with Two Years Before the Mast. This remarkable account captures the life of a sailor from the forecastle—not a captain or a passenger, but an ordinary crew member. Once beloved by sailors of its time, the book famously sold two thousand copies to Liverpool sailors in just one day. Even if youre unfamiliar with nautical terms like reefing topsail or the difference between starboard and larboard, youll find this engaging narrative transports you to a bygone era of seafaring life. (Summary by BethAnne) Dedicated Proof-Listener Gesine & ...

Rahl was a young apprentice on the island of Recluce who was sent to the mages' training school for testing, then banished to Hamor. His education now continues under dangerous circumstances. In Hamor, his powers have increased but so has the amount of trouble he attracts. The whole society of Hamor is a new culture for L. E. Modesitt, Jr., to explore, one in which magic is a monopoly of the state. Rahl is a mage now, powerful and still just as dangerous to himself and to others.

He was a husband, a father, a preacher - and the preeminent leader of a movement that continues to transform America and the world. Now, in a special program commissioned and authorized by his family, here is the life and times of Martin Luther King, Jr. Featuring King's I Have a Dream Speech.