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As a crumbling Galactic Republic falls to the relentless assault of a merciless foe, so begins the rise of an enigmatic emperor intent on saving a corrupt galaxy-spanning civilization from itself…and from something much darker that lies beyond the reaches of the known. Just as the reins of power fall into his iron-fisted grasp, an assassination attempt by a hidden cabal within his own inner circle jeopardizes every plan he has set in motion for his Dark Legion, his Imperial Navy, and his ultimate conquest of the stars. But the assassins have no idea who they're actually dealing with.

A year has passed since the Hell Divers defeated the machines at Kilimanjaro. The freed captives have settled into their new home at the Vanguard Islands, joining survivors from around the world. But extreme weather and failed crops have raised the specter of famine. Ships must push deeper into dangerous red zones, only to come back with less loot - and fewer soldiers.

Their foothold established, Reach and the soldiers sent to secure Amir have only begun to repair the destruction inflicted on them by hostile neighbors when a terrifying new threat emerges from the deep woods and dark jungles of Amir itself. Something so lethal and evasive, not even Brody can seem to take it down. New threats and old enemies arrive as more mysteries of this new home world are uncovered, and with them, clues to humanity’s own mysterious past.

Elusive Cures sheds light on one of the most daunting challenges confronted by science while offering hope for revolutionary new treatments and cures for the brain.

An irresistible compilation of five previously published stories by the NYT bestselling author of the Kate Daniels series; including Kate’s very first meeting with Saiman, some related adventures, two unforgettable “outside” excursions, and additional material from both Curran and Jim’s point of view.

Wrap yourself in warmth and wonder with The Blanket Cloud, a soothing bedtime tale where dreams drift gently through the stars. When a soft, magical cloud floats down from the heavens, it lifts a sleepy child into the night sky for a peaceful journey above the world. Together, they visit starlit meadows, whispering winds, and moonlit lakes—all while wrapped in the softest blanket ever imagined.

Colonel Vaughn Singleton and his multiverse-hopping team of soldiers, scientists, and smart-assed robots are out of time. The Necks—relentless, four-armed machines—have launched a devastating offensive across countless timelines. As humanity's last defenses falter, Vaughn's team races to reboot the timeline and stop the war before it begins. But when a mission deep behind enemy lines uncovers a buried truth about their robotic foes, everything changes.

Ellie knew it was a bad idea. She took the job to prove a point—that she's more than an Omega haunted by her past. That she can find the good in the worst monsters the world has to offer. But by the time she's face-to-face with the deadliest Alpha, it's too late. He's more beast than man and too intelligent to be trapped behind bars for long. She's become his new obsession. And if he tries to catch her…She just might let him.

For centuries, civilizations, philosophers, and faith traditions have wrestled with this question—yet in modern life, work is too often dismissed as a burden or a necessary evil. This book argues otherwise. Through history, religion, and philosophy, it reveals how work has defined humanity, shaped empires, and provided the very structure of life. From the Benedictines’ creed “work is worship”: effort is not punishment, but purpose. Reflections on modern attitudes toward labor, the book makes a compelling case for rediscovering the dignity of toil.

Nicholas Woodman is a typical nineteen-year old who works in his uncle's locksmith shop and valets at a posh local restaurant to help his mother make ends meet. Things are mostly fine until his mother loses her job running tours at Kennedy Space Center. With things getting tight financially, and losing their home a distinct possibility, Nicholas finds himself unfairly suspended from the restaurant. When an opportunity presents itself to obtain justice for the wrong done him, the teen embarks on a course of action setting him straight in the path of a sadistic serial killer.

Empower your daily life with knowledge, and prepare for the EPA Section 608 Technician Certification while commuting, exercising, or managing chores. This audiobook transforms idle moments into immersive learning sessions, using the power of sound, energy, frequency, and vibration, to make retention seamless and intuitive. It’s sound education reimagined. All expertly crafted by Davidsons Audiobooks.

Dhaua and Thaaph have been exiled from their home, a city held in the boughs of the Great Golden Laurels. When the Apostasy conquered their people, they fled and vowed one day to return and free their people.

This audiobook explores a grittier, more realistic, and fallible vision of the old myths and fairy tales, and flips the familiar tropes on their heads. The story progresses as a mystery for both the listener and the protagonist, which unfolds through a series of personal challenges, adventures, and moral dilemmas.

In a time of fast economic development, new technologies, and global uncertainties, the idea of financial stability is more important than ever. People from all over the world are starting to realize that having financial security is not only a luxury for the rich but also a necessity for long-term success, mental health, and personal stability. It is the most important thing that people use to create their life, reach their objectives, and get ready for crises. Even though it's really important, a lot of people still have trouble defining financial stability, much less actually getting it.

Get ready for an adventure that stretches a thousand miles! Meet Lily and Leo, a quick-witted sister and her imaginative little brother, spending the summer at Grandma Mei’s house right beside the magnificent Great Wall of China.

People are usually enthusiastic when they first embark on fitness endeavors, but success requires more than a brief spike in motivation. A fitness plan must include long-term tactics rather than drastic diets, fast solutions, or odd training routines to be effective. Rather, it emphasizes developing a clear goal, adopting the right mindset, and understanding what motivates you to continue even when you're not feeling as enthusiastic. It takes more than just achieving a physical objective to be fit. It entails giving your lifestyle, emotional well-being, and mental health your whole attention.

Who would have thought being shipwrecked was the greatest thing to ever happen to me? Not long ago, I was a tour guide aboard the Steadfast. Now I’ve found myself in a position of leadership on an island filled with monsters and magical crystals. Among the survivors are my companions, who’ve not only been gifted magic by the island’s goddess, but they’ve also started to grow closer to me. With our bonds growing, survival isn’t just about me anymore. It’s about my companions. The goblin girl included.

In the heart of the South Pacific lies Point Nemo, the most desolate and remote place on Earth. At its core is a dead zone, devoid of life, where government agencies crash their obsolete satellites and space stations, confident they won't harm a soul. When the International Space Station suffers a catastrophic failure and plummets through the atmosphere, it's here that Mission Specialist Julie Rohr, an astrobiologist studying living space dust called xylem, finds herself marooned. Julie's only hope for rescue lies in the hands of her estranged father, Dr. Finn Maddern, a renowned mycologist.

Sure, life’s been easy for me. Growing up in an oceanside house in SoCal, playing top-level college hockey, driving a luxury car with a generous allowance - sounds like the dream, right? Turns out what I didn’t have was freedom. And when I decided to transfer to Moo U for my last year of hockey, my controlling father cut me off. I’m just another student struggling to make ends meet. The only place I can afford to live is the Meyers’ farm, where I’ll work in exchange for room and board.

The survivors have come to settle in the mountains of Wyoming, fighting day in and day out to establish a home for themselves in a near-empty world. Things are good at first; scavenging is a workable, short-term solution that seems to be providing all they need. But they know that it’s only a matter of time before the food runs out. They need to scramble to find a sustainable solution before the clock stops, and for a little handful of people up in the mountains, the odds don’t seem very favorable.