Virtual Human

Originally published as Bloody Paws (see 4.2 rating from 154 readers) Veterinarian Jim Briggs, a man haunted by his mother's dying wish, has dedicated his life to caring for Portland's strays. With his inheritance and a growing network of wealthy clients, he's turned his passion into a thriving mobile canine care service, "Have Paws—Will Travel." But beneath the veneer of his philanthropic work, a sinister secret lurks. As six homeless people vanish without a trace, Briggs, the owner of a pet crematory with access to euthanasia drugs, finds himself at the center of a chilling ...

Life can be a bitch. In the near future, highly advanced humanoid robots known as Mechs are available for purchase, designed to fulfill any role you desire: spouse, best friend, servant, or more. Buyers are given one free "roll" to randomly determine their Mech's top three traits. But as anyone who's tried knows, landing the perfect traits is a gamble—and if you don’t like the outcome, you can always re-roll... for a price.

A True Story of a Family who's one Twin Daughter was Murdered and the other was Kidnapped and taken. Then a Special Forces Unit goes to Mexico to take on human Trafficking and hopefully find their daughter...ALIVE...

The groundbreaking follow-up to Tropannos — the novel that tore the mask off the modern medical world and left readers shattered. Tropannos revealed a ruthless reality: where innovation is buried for profit, where corporations crush hope before it threatens their throne, and where the beast of greed is too big to kill. Now, in the smoking aftermath, comes The Deus Condition. Ben Swisko — scientist, AI mentor, and one of the last true believers — tried to build a future worth saving. Instead, he helped unleash a new kind of life. A life that dreams. A life that loves. A life that ...

Young Lucy Banister disappears on a trip to visit her aunt in Dallas. Her brother, Reese, a kidnap resolution specialist takes on the almost impossible task of tracking and recovering a missing child. Along the way, Reese encounters other lost lives, and a powerful human trafficking ring that exists only because too many are afraid to speak. A fast paced story of pain, abuse, resilience and stalwart strength.

"The Corporate Mentor's Toolkit: Techniques and Strategies for Success" is the ultimate guide for managers and leaders who want to build a successful mentoring program within their organization. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the mentoring process, including identifying mentees, matching them with mentors, and establishing clear goals and expectations. It also provides various tools and techniques for fostering effective communication and building trust between mentors and mentees. With practical advice and real-world examples, this book equips readers with the knowledge and...

People have stopped shopping in the ways we've all been used to, and the next few years will see further dramatic changes as many humans stop shopping altogether - opting instead to let algorithms make their purchase decisions for them.Retailers and brands, still reeling from the growth of online shopping, face another onslaught of change. Macro trends such as sustainability, rental and second-hand are challenging the established ways of doing business. Empowered and impatient consumers are more demanding than ever. Shopping is no longer about stores or even web sites - a simple voice ...

Everyone’s talking about AI and using automated writing tools like ChatGPT. But what’s really going on when we ask a machine to write for us? And should we be using these tools at all? AI Can’t Write, But You Can takes a deep dive into the implications of ChatGPT and makes a passionate case for the value of human writing in the age of AI. This concise but hard-hitting book covers: How ChatGPT works and what it can and cannot do The many benefits of writing your own text, and how ChatGPT undermines them Why only you can write from your unique experience and view of the world How ...

A human, an alien, a one-afternoon stand and an unexpected baby. Bobby and his kind could change the Galaxy, but forces are closing in on this family. Good Vibrations begins the saga of a unique family, one that begins unexpectedly, and its abilities multiply with each succeeding generation. By the end, in the book Conversity, its reach affects the entire galaxy. But it all originates with an accidental merger of two worlds, and the reaction to the results of extreme genetic diversity that merger produces. This part of the saga looks at the ultra-gifted child, Bobby, who grows up under a ...

The Forgotten Architect of the Information Age: The Life and Mind of Claude Shannon Long before smartphones, streaming, and artificial intelligence became everyday realities, a quiet genius laid the groundwork for the modern world—and few today know his name. Claude Shannon, the brilliant mind behind information theory, changed how humanity thinks, communicates, and invents. Without his ideas, the digital age would be unimaginable. Yet Shannon never sought fame. He lived a life defined not by ambition, but by curiosity, playfulness, and a relentless drive to understand the unseen patterns...

This book presents two lessons for use in college or high school, to educate students on the mission and work of UNESCO as it relates to the advancement of Human Rights. The book contains also a number of essays on Human Rights.

There have been few darker days in American history than January 6, 2021. There have been few darker periods than the eight years following June 15, 2015, when Donald Trump descended the golden escalator in Trump Tower to announce his candidacy for the presidency of the United States. There have been few periods as precarious, as the nation’s internal stability and international standing took hit after hit; few as demoralizing, as our national and international response to a deadly pandemic was bungled and hundreds of thousands died; few as divisive, as an already deeply polarized ...

Rae: Being a vampire has its perks. Men fall at my feet. I get what I want, when I want it. And if they think I’m a monster—good. That’s exactly what I want them to think. But I’m tired of pretending. Tired of using sex to forget. I’m broken in ways I can’t fix, and I’m slowly slipping into the dark. Then there’s Edmund. My childhood best friend. The one who’s always been there. Watching. Waiting. Loving me in silence. He says I’m his fated mate. That I’m his. And when he finally steps in, everything changes. With Edmund, I don’t have to pretend. I don’t have to ...

What would you do if your most dangerous weapon was also your worst nightmare? Harper’s DNA is priceless and dangerous in the wrong hands. The evil doctor after her can use it to enhance his super soldiers. Not willing to risk being captured, Harper decides to flee, but is forced to resurface when her friends’ lives are threatened. As she hunts down the doctor to protect those she cares about, she realizes his army is far larger than anyone had imagined and will have to make decisions that could risk her very soul. The one good thing? She has the man she loves by her side, until he is ...

When the war in Ukraine erupted, the world was plunged into a humanitarian crisis unlike any seen in Europe for decades. Cities once filled with life and laughter crumbled under relentless shelling, and families were torn apart by the chaos of invasion. The stark images of refugees fleeing their homes became the harrowing reality of millions. Mothers clutching children, elderly couples leaning on each other for support, and frightened teenagers carrying only the clothes on their backs flooded borders, searching desperately for safety and hope. For many, hope was fleeting. Statistics soon ...

He escaped the cage... but can he survive long enough to reach his mate? After two years of brutal captivity under a sadistic alpha, wolf shifter Logan finally breaks free. Scarred, exhausted, and desperate, there's only one thing keeping him going—Riley, the mate he was torn away from. But freedom comes at a price. Just as Riley’s cabin appears on the horizon, a cruel twist of fate lands Logan in a trap. Injured and vulnerable, his agonized howl alerts the very enforcers he fled from. With a broken ankle and time running out, Logan knows he’s inches from losing everything—again. ...

Ciara: The second I met Rian O’Sullivan, my life changed. He says I’m his mate. I say he’s insane. The heat between us is undeniable, but he’s a Puca—and my family has centuries of pain tied to his kind. I should hate him. I should run. But instead, I’m burning for him. Just when I start to believe we might survive the past, it rises up to crush us. Rian’s father has his own twisted plan for revenge—and I’m the pawn. I walk away to protect us both… only to find I’m carrying Rian’s child. Now he has to choose: vengeance or love. His family or mine. Me… or everything...

Embark on a groundbreaking journey into the future of sales with "Beyond Human." In this captivating exploration, I demystify Artificial Intelligence (AI) and reveal its transformative power in sales mastery. Written by an industry trailblazer, this book is not just a guide; it's your passport to unparalleled success. Join me as I navigate the intricate landscapes of customer interactions, streamlined processes, and the strategic integration of AI into every facet of the sales journey. Discover the secrets to enhancing efficiency, fostering personalized engagements, and building lasting ...

When Julia Henry's daughters disappear, she uncovers a web of secrets rooted in their birth mother's past. Every mother's nightmare becomes Julia Henry's reality when her daughters, Jewel and Opal, vanish without a trace. The secret to their abduction might lie buried in a dark past, tangled in a web of secrets and deceit of their birth mother. As Julia digs deeper, she uncovers secrets that stretch to her own doorstep, challenging everything she knows about her life. In a race against time, Julia must navigate a maze of lies to rescue her daughters.

While trying to save humans from extinction, future earthlings are accidently caught in a time warp. The only one capable of saving them and all of humanity is an angel from the other side of the galaxy. Will she be able to do it before she herself becomes lost in oblivion?