Space Power

Vincent is having the time of his life... ...it's just not actually his life As a software developer, landing a job at an elite consumer spaceflight company is definitely a win, other than the fact that he has to face his fears and ride the rocket himself! That's not so bad, though. Vince is madly in love with Jenn, the gorgeous and adventure-loving copilot, even though he's never been able to really string more than two words together in her presence. Vince's minor blackout on his last descent was troubling, but not as troubling as the fact that just about every woman he meets suddenly ...

A squad of space marines, Sarge and the Boys, are ordered to assist a more prestigious squad on a planetary assault. They all are KIA on paper. Is there such a thing in 3013? (KIA or paper?) The narrator, Bucky, has to come to the rescue, but his only avenue is through the galactic matrix inter-tubes. His story is augmented by a second narrator who offers his own opinion of the action. Try the free teaser. If you find the banter confusing, you may want to skip this format of entertainment. (I wouldn't want to rip you off for a buck.) This story is an action farce, an absurdist play with ...

Prepare to venture "Beyond the Stars" with this captivating eBook. Torn between two exciting worlds - artificial intelligence and space exploration - this thought-provoking narrative is sure to grip your mind and transport you into a realm of wonders. The book posits a thrilling journey, starting with the basics, introducing you to the seemingly infinite expanses of interstellar space. It gradually engages you with the rudiments of the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence. As the journey progresses, you'll explore the meaningful intersections of these intriguing disciplines. Our ...

Artificial Intelligence dominates the world. We cannot call it artificial anymore as it now has the power to create life itself. Does it have a soul? How can you tell, besides leaps of faith? But AI is here, and it is making decisions that impact all life. Throughout this book, artificial intelligence (AI) is referenced. The future holds and judges AI as it does now to humans. With diverse levels of intelligence and access to knowledge the less than aware are they more privileged than others or is knowledge a simple curse? In the future, which is already upon us, there will be AIs designed ...

A prequel to the Kelly Blake series Consider mankind’s extinction as a massive asteroid hurtles toward Earth. Humanity finally realizes that all our eggs are in one very precarious and fragile basket—Planet Earth. The petty disputes are set aside and Earth’s people unite, sending one million humans to settle ten nearby habitable planets. Extensive planning and often revolutionary technological advances push men, women, and children into the stars—but even the best plans can go astray.

"Liminal" means threshold, and we find thresholds all day long if we have the eyes to see. Thresholds are not just a transitionary place, they are opportunities for discovery, awareness, and choice. We are at a fascinating place now in the history of the human experience, at the threshold of the next paradigm place. By all measures, our world is changing, and this requires us all to be prepared by building capacity to contribute to its ease.

Meet Ben Dane: brilliant, devastating, devoted, honest to a fault (truly, a fault). His Broadway theater baron father is dead - but by purpose or accident? The question rips him apart. Unable to face alone his mother's ghastly remarriage to his uncle, Ben turns to his dearest friend, Horatio Patel, whom he hasn't seen since their relationship changed forever from platonic to something...other. Loyal to a fault, Horatio is on the first flight to NYC when he finds himself next to a sly tailor who portends inevitable disaster. And who seems ominously like an architect of mayhem himself.

With Morphus still absent on her mysterious expedition, a surprise request from an old ally sets the star scavengers on a path to developing a new weapon against Goliath. And it sees them doing what they do best–hunting for crystals of power inside alien wrecks.

A mysterious pyramid appears in Chicago, oozing fantastic creatures and sucking humans into our own mythological past. It's an alien invasion from within! When a special forces team sent to capture an AWOL official gets into deep trouble with a certain one-eyed Norse god, redoubtable comparative mythologist Jerry Lukacs must rescue them, strike a deal with the droll and dangerous Loki, and risk bringing on Ragnarok itself to once again save human myth from alien domination.

Step into the world of simplified living and strong community ties with "Small Spaces, Strong Bonds." This captivating eBook delves deep into the increasingly popular tiny house movement, shedding light on the allure of small-scale living for those seeking a more cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and community-oriented lifestyle. In Chapter 1, begin an insightful journey into the realm of tiny house communities. Learn what they are, how they've risen in popularity, and why they could be a viable living option for you. As you progress further into the eBook, immerse yourself in ...

Some ghosts refuse to stay buried. Some blood refuses to be forgotten. Vala Rho thought escaping her captor would be the end of her nightmare. She was wrong—it was only the beginning. With the Syndicate's target on her back burning brighter each day, Vala has one mission: find her long-lost brother Elian and complete the family she's only beginning to discover. At her side stands Rogan, the last Azhari warlord, whose fierce protection masks a hunger neither of them dare name. Their search takes them beyond charted space, where old debts are paid in blood and the past refuses to die ...

Rachael Townsend is the first artist ever to leave Earth and journey out into the galaxy—but after an encounter with an alien artifact, she can't make art at all. Elza Monteiro is determined to be the first human to venture inside the Palace of Scented Tears and compete for the chance to become a princess—except that inside the palace, she finds the last person she ever wanted to see again.

Unleash your natural self with the resonant wisdom contained in Nature's Embrace, an intriguing eBook guaranteed to guide readers on a transformative journey to harmonization with the environment. This book elucidates a memorable exploration, beginning with the diagnosis of modern tech-absorption in Chapter 1 Identifying Your Disconnect, dissecting the detrimental effects of lacking natural interaction in our lives and their potential cures. Awaken to the potent therapeutic effects nature holds in Chapter 2 Nature's Healing Power. Venture into the rejuvenating world of green spaces, the ...

It was supposed to be little more than a sightseeing tour of Prince Petyr's home world of Xanadu. Allura, like any good commander, wanted to get a feel for the place before the Sisterhood engaged the Prince's enemies. Unfortunately, the enemy chose that time for their second attack. This time, they came prepared to win. The Hameggattic Sisters are caught off-guard and have to scramble just to survive. Whether they can help the Prince and his people seems unlikely. The Admiral had told Allura not to be foolish. If she couldn't win, she should retreat and live to fight another day. Yeah, that...

EXPLORE THE RISE OF A 10-YEAR OLD SUPERHERO WHO CAN DO IT ALL- YOUR CHILDREN WILL GET AMAZED AND ENCOURAGED AS THEY LEARN TO THINK BIG LIKE A SUPERHERO Welcome to the whimsical journey of Boy⚡Power who finds himself superpowerful whenever he wears his magical shoes! He confronts the unknowns of our planet while forming the unlikely alliance that ultimately offers hope for protecting the world. Doesn’t just seem like every parents’ dream for their boy is to become like that? So many challenges this 10-year-old boy can fight his way through and overcome that he didn't imagine once ...

An alien threat lurks on the edges of Teixcalaanli space. No one can communicate with it, no one can destroy it, and Fleet Captain Nine Hibiscus is supposed to win a war against it. In a desperate attempt to find a diplomatic solution, the fleet captain has sent for a diplomatic envoy to contact the mysterious invaders. Now Mahit Dzmare and Three Seagrass - both still reeling from the recent upheaval in the Empire - face an impossible task. They must attempt to negotiate with a hostile entity, without inadvertently triggering the destruction of themselves and the Empire.

We live in a world filled with noise—literal, emotional, digital, and internal. But what if the most powerful moments in life are found not in what’s spoken, but in what’s left unsaid? Sounds of Silence is an extraordinary exploration of the quiet spaces that shape our relationships, our spirituality, our memories, and even our sense of self. Across thirty deeply thoughtful chapters, Dr. Laski guides readers through the hidden terrain of silence—not as an absence, but as a presence all its own. You'll walk through the hush of a first kiss, the aching silence after a loss, the quiet ...

For Kiara, traveling through space aboard the cargo ship Acadia is her life. Originally from Trandor, a very young Kiara was found floating through space in a destroyed ship by her adoptive Earth father. Kiara has no memories or knowledge about her home planet, and no understanding of the power she holds. With the help of new friends and allies, she begins to realize the power she has. As she works to develop and grow her power, she discovers her own inner strength and the friendship and love of those around her. When the Acadia is pulled into battle, Kiara’s newfound power will help to ...

A space adventure with intrigue, romance, royalty, and pirates who want to be royalty. The Princess of the Zenith Empire and her handmaid are captured by the Aeon Dynasty, a pirate organization looking for any way to legitimize their claims. Forced into an arranged engagement with the ruffian Prince Dax, Shandra and Jayna fight to escape while learning about the galaxy, about love and loyalty, and what it means to be a royal in a vast galactic empire.

Jump into the dark and thrilling expanse of Star Dragon 13, where survival hinges on stealth, and strategy. Step aboard the deep-space stealth warcraft SD13, this tale follows a crew caught in the middle of an unexpected attack in a world rich in opportunity—and danger. With Earth over five years away, the stakes are monumental, and every decision carries the weight of life, and death. The sleek spacecraft is #13 of a twelve-ship build, which means only a select few of the Legion Command brass even know it exists. It is the only of its kind, and not even the crews of the twelve standard ...