Meeting Life

A Quantum Leap in Science Fiction with a Curveball Ending for All Sci-Fi Lovers! Get ready to dive into a thought-provoking journey that redefines first contact with extraterrestrials! The story follows the inhabitants of Cronin, an advanced alien civilization that has spent 3,000 years searching for signs of intelligent life beyond their planet. They first detected Earth in 1945 when they picked up radio signals, which set them on an intergalactic quest to learn all about us. With access to over 90% of Earth's knowledge through the Internet, they've studied our history, technology, and ...

Kevin Breel burst into the public's awareness when at 19 his TED talk became a worldwide phenomenon. Through the lens of his own near suicide, he shared his profoundly vulnerable story of being young, male, and depressed in a culture that has no place for that. Boy Meets Depression is a book that explores what it means to struggle and tells an honest, heartfelt story about how a meaningful life isn't found in perfection; it's found in our ability to heal and accept the dark parts of ourselves.

Harvey the Hippo Meets Mickey Mandarin is a story of gender binary and nonbinary new friends making introductions, learning a little background about each other, and finding that although they may identify differently, they all still like to play and have fun the same way. The animals are proud to say how they like to be addressed, such as he/him, she/her or they/them.

Sadie Wynn doesn't want a new life; her old one suits her just fine. But times are hard in drought-plagued Missouri, and Daddy thinks they'll be better off in Texas. Sadie hates this strange new place, where even children must work at the cannery to help make ends meet and people are rude to her disabled father. Yet when trouble comes, it is the kindness of these new neighbors that helps the family make it through.

“This book had me hooked right from the start. Ended up reading in one sitting (uh oh - no sleep for me). I loved every character, human and animal.” ~ Amazon 5-star review Ex-champion bull rider, TJ, has zero time for romance and even less faith in love. Fish-out-of-water Paige needs time to heal her broken heart and a safe space to start over. Neither anticipates the powerful bond that comes from saving the life of a pregnant and abused little donkey named Miss Valentine. Paige’s fresh start goes from bad to redonkulous— Paige Jackson lost two years of her life to grief. Finally ...

Fifteen years ago, in Mitch Albom's beloved novel The Five People You Meet in Heaven, the world fell in love with Eddie, a grizzled war veteran turned amusement park mechanic who died saving the life of a young girl named Annie. Eddie's journey to heaven taught him that every life matters. Now, in this magical sequel, Mitch Albom reveals Annie's story. The accident that killed Eddie left an indelible mark on Annie. It took her left hand, which needed to be surgically reattached. Injured, scarred, and unable to remember why, Annie's life is forever changed.

The quiet masses: the curse of being shy. Shyness exists in every corner of the world, every level of society, every workplace and school, in boardrooms, bars, churches, and bus stops, in places large and small. The digital age, with all the interconnection it offers, has only made things worse. For those living under the shyness curse, life can be discomforting at best and terrifying at worst. While shyness may seem just as much a part of you as your elbow, the difference between your elbow and your shyness is that you weren’t born with your shyness.

Four uproarious new stories, enhanced by Miranda Richardson's manic reading and really horrid music and effects, in which the Queen visits Horrid Henry's school and watches the children make wattle and daub; and Horrid Henry tries to hypnotise Moody Margaret, tricks Perfect Peter into doing his household chores, and gets his own way at bathtime.

Step into the life of Jesus through twenty beautifully told New Testament stories, written especially for children. Meet Jesus invites young readers to explore the moments that shaped His life, from His humble birth in a manger to His powerful miracles, His loving teachings, His courageous death, and His glorious resurrection. This collection brings together the most meaningful events from the Gospels in a way that children can understand, enjoy, and 5 Stories of Faith for Children Series remember. Each story is filled with heart, faith, and purpose, showing how Jesus welcomed the lonely, ...

Why climb a ladder of success that is leaning against the wrong wall? Why carry your economic burden alone..... when God will actively participate? Why invest your life in things that in the end don't count or satisfy? From adulting to midlife to pre and post retirement, life seems to be an endless grind. There’s always the hope of conquering the next hill, but the next summit invariably disappoints. The futility of it all might be a background hum, but when you listen, it’s there – no matter how successful you are. Escape From Futility provides the Biblical solution. Starting with ...

When people learn you have lived in Kansas your whole life and your wife is from Indiana their first question is how did you two meet? This is a story of how two people closed a 832 mile gap. What started out as basically a fluke meeting on the internet soon turned to a daily pen pal texting back and forth. A month of texts lead to a phone call. The call soon turned into late night talks about life. Then a question was asked, "Are we every going to meet?" That single question was a turning point between two people who were 832 apart. This story is how the gap was closed.

Looking for the tools to be seen as a positive person, especially with senior management? Positively Negative: How to Turn Negative Message into Positive Ones is your solution to becoming successful through positivity. You will learn why, when, and where you need to be positive. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to master positivity in specific situations, and the unintentional effects of using negative words when you communicate. Positively Negative outlines the best way to articulate unpleasant messages in five key opportunities when interacting with senior management: one-on-one, team...

Meet Me in the Word: A Devotional for Couples in Every Season of Life By John O’Malley Discover a transformative journey to strengthen your marriage through the wisdom of Scripture. Meet Me in the Word is an inspiring devotional designed for couples seeking to grow closer to God and each other in every season of life. Whether newlyweds or decades into your marriage, this devotional offers practical biblical insights that help couples navigate communication breakdowns, financial disagreements, intimacy struggles, and more. Each daily devotion features: • A Scripture Focus rooted in the ...

Biff Temperance, a gentle and withdrawn yet brilliant commodity futures trader, experiences a devastating emotional attack triggered by childhood memories. His breakdown is bad enough, but the timing is even worse. It occurs on a chaotic trading floor and leads to a catastrophic financial loss for his firm. His future in shambles, Biff abandons the meticulously structured life disengaged from the world, which he built for himself in New York City. He embarks on a trip to find his estranged father, who he hasn’t seen since he was five. His only clue about him is a recent letter containing ...

Eleanor, a wealthy woman known for her polished image, crosses paths with Liam, a talented but reclusive artist struggling with mental illness, when she commissions him to create a mural for her foundation. Despite their differences, they discover a shared belief in the transformative power of art and embark on a journey to create a space where creativity can heal and connect. Their collaboration deepens as they work on the mural, with Eleanor revealing her own vulnerabilities from a rigid, lonely upbringing and Liam sharing the struggles of his battle with depression and isolation. Their ...

The personal stories of people who make a journey of discovery into who Jesus really is, are some of the most interesting and endearing narratives of life. New Christian Author, Marissa Robinson shares the many facets of a life lived in search of spiritual truth and the pitfalls she experienced along the way. Marissa was born in the Philippines and as a child, grew up in the Catholic Religion. Having a sincere heart for God at a very young age, her journey into a knowledge of the true Jesus is extraordinary. Marissa writes in a genuine and sincere manner that allows the reader to take a ...

All Moopy wants is a quiet day on the beach. She picked out the perfect spot. But now Ora wants her to move. That pesky sea monster is throwing sand all over. Is Moopy's day at the beach ruined?

Thora and Santi have met before. Under the clocktower in Central Cologne, with nothing but the stars above and their futures ahead. They don’t know it yet, but they’ll meet again: in numerous lives they will become friends, colleagues, lovers, enemies - meeting over and over for the first time, every time; each coming to know every version of the other. Only they can make sure it’s not for the last time. But as they’re endlessly drawn together and the lines between their different lives begin to blur, they are faced with one question: why?

We all want to have a positive impact on the world and the people around us, and it is a skill that can be learned. In his first book, Speaking Life in a Messed up World, Dr. Eddie Poole inspires listeners to use the words we speak to make a positive impact on every person we meet. He inspires us with stories from his life and others, always illustrating the power of words from a biblically-based perspective. If you are looking for some motivation to help you become a better version of yourself and be a positive influence on those around you, this is a must-hear audiobook!

How will you keep your goals in 2017? Millions and millions of people all around the world set goals for themselves every single day, but they don't always achieve them. Setting unrealistic goals that cannot be attained, is one of the main reasons why many people fail to achieve. This handbook will concisely show you how you can realistically achieve your goals, and get where you want to be. This is not a magical formula, but there is a realistic and sensible way that truly help you to achieve your goals and make it part of your lifestyle, for good! This book will show you how to:  ...