Virtual Human

An enchantress framed for a magical crime she didn't commit... Viola gave up everything to master the art of enchantment. But now she’s been accused of a magical crime and sentenced to death by the fae court. Brock is a bear shifter with a bad attitude and a broken heart. When Viola vanished from his life seven years ago, he swore he'd never love again. But the moment she breaks into his downtown bar searching for clues, he knows he can't just let her walk straight into danger. Foul creatures are killing the fae one by one, and Viola has only one chance to stop them. She needs Brock's ...

Dive into a world where love is universal, but trust is not. Desperation led Emma to sign up, but did she trade her earthly troubles for something more perilous... or serendipitous? Escaping a stagnant life on Earth, she leaps at a chance for something more—fruit, food, water, sunshine, and a new start on an intergalactic stage. As she steps off the spacecraft, the otherworldly vista isn't the only thing that grasps her attention. Shimmering scales adorn a broad chest and silver eyes lock onto hers, paralyzing her with their mysterious depths. The purple-skinned alien before her is ...

Colton Day, a veteran of the Mexican-American War as well as of the Civil War, is a rugged figure on the Texas frontier. The former lawman was recently the toast of Temple Ridge, Texas in 1866, helping the town fight off a gang of ruthless killers and outlaws. Colton’s unique set of skills are needed again to help his lifelong friend, Running Deer, an educated and savvy Kiowa Indian. Running Deer’s wife and little girl have been kidnapped by a nefarious group of outlaws dealing with the illegal sale of human beings. Many of these people are coerced into participating in exhibitions ...

We live in an era of rapid transformation, where the capabilities of machines grow daily, and artificial intelligence (AI) redefines the boundaries of possibility. What once seemed confined to science fiction—machines diagnosing diseases, creating art, or engaging in conversation—is now part of our daily reality. This revolution, however, is not just technological. It is human. As AI evolves, it forces us to reevaluate what makes us valuable, irreplaceable, and profoundly human.

Looking to take your creativity to the next level? Want to create truly innovative solutions? Look no further than Innovating with Empathy, the latest release from design thinking expert Barrett Williams. This comprehensive guide takes you through the entire design thinking process, from historical context to future predictions, with detailed chapters on each of the five key steps - Empathizing with Users, Defining the Problem, Brainstorming Solutions, Prototyping, and Testing and Feedback. With practical examples and real-life case studies, you'll learn how to apply this powerful framework...

When Dr. Adam Markham is diagnosed with an incurable cancer he agrees to participate in an experimental study. The study has several goals, two of which are to cure his cancer and genetically enhance his body. He is placed in suspended animation for a procedure that is expected to last months or at most a few years. Unfortunately, while he is sleeping WWIII ends civilization. Adam awakens in a deadly new world after decades instead of the much shorter time he was expecting. Together with the Artificial Intelligence that inhabits a carbon based nanotube computer installed in his brain he ...

"MBA ASAP is outstanding. John covers the foundations of sales, marketing, negotiation, strategy, and much more in the book. Additionally, he simplifies complex subjects so that anyone can grasp them." Sebastian R Cousins provides a comprehensive overview of business principles and practices. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to start their own business or advance their career in the business world. Business schools don't develop true leaders. Instead, they create themselves by acquiring the information, abilities, and experiences necessary for success. By reading this book, you can ...

"Cultural anecdotes, along with a cast of well-developed characters, create a memorable tale examining our differences and the commonalities that unite us all. 5 Stars!" -Gail Ward Olmsted, author of Landscape of a Marriage Set in the steamy equatorial rain forest of Nicaragua, Tropical Depression tells a poignant, touchingly funny tale of a young couple, Lupe and Ascensión Guzman, who, after being deported from the United States, have returned to their jungle village of Krukrulitos at the foot of the percolating volcano Momotombo. Here they struggle to readjust to life under one roof with...

Threatened by a global pandemic and by climate change, very many people fear we are facing an existential crisis. The Future of Humankind shows why these fears are unfounded and why we should be optimistic about our long-term future. It evaluates current major predictions for our future in three categories: (1) Extinction by natural disasters (including pandemics), by nuclear war or accident, by artificial intelligence, or by population explosion and climate change. (2) Survival by colonizing space or by extending individual healthspans and achieving immortality. (3) Transformation by ...

What Weird People Like You Do: A Collection of Disturbingly Curious Quirks Embrace the strange, the bizarre, and the downright peculiar. What Weird People Like You Do takes you on a wild journey through the hidden side of human nature—where quirks, oddities, and the unexpected reign supreme. From strange collections to eccentric habits, this book dives into the wonderfully weird things people do behind closed doors and in public spectacle. It’s more than just a book of facts—it’s a celebration of individuality and the quirks that make life interesting. Whether you’re fascinated by...

Martial Science and the Myth of Superhuman Skill A Modern Breakdown of Ancient Tricks, Sensory Manipulation, and True Body Mechanics by Sky Benson Is there really such a thing as a no-touch knockout? Can Chi energy move people without contact? Are pressure point knockouts actually real? The legends of martial arts are filled with mystique—but this book reveals the truth behind the myth. In Martial Science and the Myth of Superhuman Skill, master instructor and biomechanics expert Sky Benson unpacks the world’s most mysterious martial feats and explains them using real science: physics, ...

In the last sixty years, Israel has faced seven different wars. During that time, the country has been under immense scrutiny and been the recipient of false accusations. This leaves the public with many questions: Does Israel want peace with the Arab nations? How do Islamic views affect Israel? Using a number of sources, Mitchell G. Bard uncovers Israel’s true history. His book includes the following: · A discussion of various wars involving Israel (including the war of 1948) · Multiple maps that help the reader visualize the wars · An analysis of terrorism directed at Israel · An ...

When we open up to the concept that all is energy and we acknowledge the existence of the human aura, we embark on both an enlightening and intriguing journey.this guide offers valuable insight into the human energy system, the development of the chakras and the aura, how the aura is affected by the Chakras, by other people and also by our surroundings. It also includes valuable insight into the use of crystals and how they can be used to balance and / or heal and expand the aura.In this fascinating aura guide, we also discover how the thoughts and emotions affect the aura, what experiments...

"A rollicking good yarn." –R. Bruce Logan, author of Finding Lien Set in working-class Northeast Philadelphia and told in urban voices, Equal And Opposite Reactions tells of the chain of events that unwinds when Sally Miller, a newly divorced, financially and emotionally struggling young mother and Silvio Jablonski, a broken-hearted plumber who shows up to fix Sally’s toilet, learn to their shock that they have something strangely in common. Sally and Silvio’s discovery leads them down an emotional rabbit hole where their lives―and hearts―become entwined while they navigate a ...

This feature by New York Times best-selling author Wendy Goldman Rohm first appeared on the cover of Wired magazine in January 2004. It is now available as a Kindle Single.

From the International Best Selling Author, THE BLOODLINE DAGGER SERIES is a reader favorite and this sensational novel is the first in the series… Being immortal is overrated. I was eager for the end when I found the perfect wife to become heir to my fortune. Without children, my inheritance will ignite a war among the remaining vampire lords. I’ve existed for five centuries and every extra day torments me. Only the Bloodline Dagger will give me peace. Seven exist worldwide, and I know the location of one. But only a human can wield it. Luckily, my sunshine girl is willing to sign my ...

When Jesus' adversaries sought to trap Him, they asked about taxes. taxation remains a source of tension and debate in our society still today. Some argue that taxes are the price we pay for a civilized society, while others see them as nothing more than legalized theft. But what does Scripture truly say about the issue? God commands, "You shall not steal," but does this also apply to governments? If so, why does the Apostle Paul instruct believers to "Pay taxes to whom taxes are owed"? And what happens when those governments are corrupt and use tax money to wage unjust wars or support ...

Have you ever been manipulated or seduced? Would you like to learn more about how it works and never make the same mistake again? This book introduces the reader to a novel outlook on human nature. It suggests, with examples, how behavioral techniques that are mostly associated with psychopathic and narcissistic behavior are not necessarily always evil but, in fact, ride on an axis of motive and intent. By explaining Dark Psychology and the personality types and disorders linked to this theory, the reader will learn about different ethical application levels that can be connected and ...

The human being has the need to understand and explain the world. Since human groups have replaced the nomadic way of life with a sedentary lifestyle, established in cities, religions have grown in importance as a source of answers to the world around us. The ancient religions were tribal, contained several gods and went through syncretism with the religions of other tribes and states. Of the tribal gods one has become the most influential today, YHWH, or simply God, as most people know. YHWH has left throughout history to be a tribal god in a polytheistic society, to be the unique God of ...

Snowstorms, prophecies, and a fated mate who wants me gone… I’m not in Colorado anymore. I thought working a double shift in a blizzard was bad enough. Then I stepped out into the storm, and it swallowed me whole. Now I’m in a kingdom of ice, and the man in charge is none other than Jack Frost himself—cold, arrogant, and really not thrilled that I’ve shown up as his so-called mate. Jack says my warmth is a danger to his world, that I’m destined to ruin him and his frozen realm. Instead of sending me home, he keeps me trapped in his towering castle, where his wintry gaze and ...