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Years ago, Professor Samuel Thomas made a big mistake, but he now has a plan to prevent catastrophe. He has gathered six champions from four different worlds, and together, with their abilities and his resources, they hope to stop the shadow-dweller invasion of the multiverse. But can any of these champions trust Professor Thomas? For someone as secretive as he, how can they be certain that he is even on their side?

In 1916, amidst the tumult of war, the Cambridge historian F.J. Foakes-Jackson crossed the Atlantic to deliver the captivating Lowell Lectures in Boston. In these enlightening talks, he paints a vivid picture of British life from 1750 to 1850. Journey alongside John Wesley as he traverses thousands of miles of picturesque English countryside on horseback. Meet the sharp-witted rural poet George Crabbe, who transitioned from being a surgeon apothecary to a parish rector, offering house calls to his community. Foakes-Jackson introduces a colorful cast of characters, including a female convict, ...

Some secrets should stay buried. When renowned architect Arania Webb returns to Bristol Zoo—once her childhood sanctuary but now a derelict ruin—she discovers her late father’s hidden underground lab, which harbors a dark obsession. Inside, she uncovers his journals documenting twisted experiments to fuse arachnid DNA with humans, creating unnatural creatures that blur the line between species. As Arania descends into the shadowy depths and explores further, she realizes the terrifying extent of her beloved father’s attempts to play god.

Part memoir, part practical guide, and part leadership journey, Love as a Change Strategy takes listeners inside one company's brutally honest transformation story. Through powerful storytelling and actionable tools, the authors reveal what happens when you lead change from a place of love―not fear.

A 21st century anthology of the most ancient texts concerning the History of Britain, edited and narrated by author, historian and comedian J F Roberts – official Blackadder chronicler and folklorist, the creator of Tales of Britain. Besides an entertaining deep-dive investigation into the nature of recording historical fact versus creative storytelling, the book features full extracts from the work of Roman authors including Julius Caesar and Tacitus, the full text of Gildas' On the Ruin and Conquest of Britain, and the core content of works by those historians who came after him.

The Day Before I Died is a memoir of an innocent Irish Catholic boy on his journey from the quiet New England coast and the apple orchards of Pennsylvania to Vietnam and, ultimately, to the brink of suicide. Traversing minefields both at home and abroad, the author shares these intensely personal stories of overcoming the scars of war, disfigurement, emotional abuse, sexual orientation, and bullying. It is an intimate look at the many triggers that led him to consider suicide and the path of resilience and strength that kept him alive.

Whit Freya's Katten and Borghild's Descendants continues the adventures of the descendants of Norwegian Forest Cat Whit Freya and her Viking companion Borghild in a world of unpredictability and challenges. A thrilling journey from Norway to Morocco!

Sergeant Alex Slaughter and the Marines of Alpha Squad were on a routine training exercise near Quantico when everything went silent. No comms. No command. No clue. What they find when they return to base is worse than anything they trained for: a bioweapon has unleashed a zombie virus that has shattered civilization, and now they must survive the Collapse.

This book describes and demystifies the factors that have helped accomplished schools generate successful and equitable outcomes for all their students, regardless of racial/ethnic background, language, or income. Grounded in observations of award-winning schools and high-functioning teams that have achieved impressive results, this practical resource explores success from the perspective of leadership teams. As a K-12 educator at any level of leadership or within a leadership team, you can influence the success of all groups of students!

Three years after the Undead virus / parasite infected the world, civilization struggles on. The United States is scraping by as a nation by the skin of its teeth, with forty million people crammed into the Pacific Northwest, living in squalid refugee camps. Army units have made inroads into the ruins of the rest of America, working on clearing the major cities.

LONGLISTED FOR BOOKTOK AUTHOR OF THE YEAR Bridesmaids meets The Hangover in the laugh-out-loud rom-com of the year What happens in Vegas . . . doesn’t always stay there. Kate is the ultimate planner. She has her happily-ever-after all plotted out, starting with her dream wedding to successful...

A year has passed since the plague destroyed most of civilization around the world and the U.S. military is slowly starting to move out into a devastated country. From their bastion in the Pacific Northwest mechanized task forces take the fight for America onto the offensive. In front of the military, deep into the wild ruins, go the Irregular Scout Teams. A mix of hardened military veterans and experienced civilians who can operate for long periods of time on their own.

Emily Broadbent seeks a haven away from the city to complete her debut novel. She finds what appears to be sanctuary in a cottage overlooking the sea in North Wales.

Characters are in every corner of our lives! We don't need to look for them, we just need to observe them! In this audiobook, I've brought some characters for you to observe in the comfort of your own home. Have fun joining their antics!

It is the seat of judgment. The pinnacle of holiness. It is the Ark of the Covenant… and it’s the most dangerous weapon in existence. A group of fanatics wearing masks of Egypt’s gods slaughter the curator of Cairo’s most famous museum. A cleaner in Washington, DC, discovers a decapitated head on top of a replica of the Ark of the Covenant. And someone is sharing videos of the deaths with extremists all over the world.

A cut above the rest! Three comedies to chuckle at. All in the name of fun these are for laughing with. We all like a good laugh don't we! Enjoy and be cheerful (!)

The lives of two teenagers from the town of Govan in Scotland evolve amid a life of drugs and violence and sex. True to life drama with more than a few scrapes. Contains a lot of very strong language and sexuality... You have been warned!

Belonging isn’t something you need to earn or prove. Yet, somewhere along the way, we were taught to chase it—believing we weren’t enough just as we are. Avive la Vie is your invitation to reconnect with the magnificence and worth within you and embrace who you truly are beneath all the noise. Follow Rowan and the crew on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery. Break free from stifling expectations and nurture authentic, meaningful connections. Together, we are on the verge of discovering what true belonging really means.

A mysterious journey through time takes Frode into an unseen world of elves and what he sees astounds him. A Viking cat saga filled with strange but believable characters from the 10th to the 14th Century.

It is 1845, and in a Westmoreland village, trouble brews when a local entrepreneur wants to extend the railway through farmland. A tale of love and conflict.