Virtual Worlds

Canary in a (Post) Covid World: Money, Fear and Power is the powerful second volume in the bestselling Canary in a Covid World series. It is a rich, varied and disturbing story, told by many of the world’s bravest and most qualified voices, of how health care, information and financial systems have been compromised in the name of profit and control. While the first volume, Canary in a Covid World: How Propaganda and Censorship Changed Our (My) World, looked closely at the pandemic and how we were all fed a diet of propaganda, while the media prevented the dissemination of truth and ...

50 Crimes That Rocked the World takes readers on a gripping journey through history’s most shocking and impactful criminal cases. From high-profile murders and daring heists to political scandals and notorious conmen, this book delves into the crimes that not only captured global attention but also changed the course of history. Each chapter uncovers the intricacies of these crimes, exploring the motives, methods, and consequences that reverberated far beyond the immediate aftermath. With detailed accounts of some of the world’s most infamous criminals, this book offers a deeper ...

In the coming decades, the technology that enables virtual and augmented reality will improve beyond recognition. Within a century, world-renowned philosopher David J. Chalmers predicts, we will have virtual worlds that are impossible to distinguish from non-virtual worlds. But is virtual reality just escapism? In a highly original work of 'technophilosophy', Chalmers argues categorically, no: virtual reality is genuine reality. Virtual worlds are not second-class worlds. We can live a meaningful life in virtual reality - and increasingly, we will.

With Pap hauled off to the state penitentiary, Bettina finally feels safe. Living with Nanny Fay Tucker, working as a packhorse librarian, and being courted by Shay Leeson is a life beyond anything she'd imagined. And it's only going to get better. Because soon she'll be an honorary auntie to her best friend Addie's baby, and--for sure not much longer--she'll exchange vows with Shay and become his wife. Things in Boone's Hollow couldn't be rosier...until she gets word that the governor suspended Pap's sentence and he'll be coming back sooner than she expected. Shay wants to marry her real ...

"Chef in Another World" is a mouthwatering adventure that follows Mac, a talented but struggling chef, as he's suddenly transported to the magical realm of Helios. In this game-like world of monsters and magic, Mac discovers that his culinary skills are more than just a profession – they're a powerful form of magic. Armed with nothing but his chef's knife and an unquenchable passion for food, Mac must navigate the dangers and wonders of Helios. He'll face challenges that will test not just his cooking skills, but his very understanding of food's role in connecting people and cultures. ...

It’s December 8, 1941…The day after Pearl Harbor…The Nazis have the A-bomb…We don’t. Washington D.C. and Manhattan disappear beneath nuclear mushroom clouds. Stripped of its congress, judicial and executive branches, the United States is a fractured, frantic shell of its former self; each state, a world unto its own. Germany’s threat of further attacks on major American cities like Chicago, Miami and Pittsburgh compels Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins, sole survivor of the executive branch and now president, to bend to Hitler’s demand of neutrality. Powerless and impotent, ...

In Phantoms from Space, acclaimed author and researcher Arnošt Vašíček explores one of humanity's most tantalizing mysteries: the existence of UFOs and extraterrestrials. Through years of extensive research and firsthand investigations across continents, Vašíček unveils compelling evidence and astonishing accounts of UFO sightings and alien interactions from remote corners of the globe to highly populated urban centers. The book presents meticulously documented cases, blending eyewitness testimonies with scientific analyses, historical records, and cutting-edge theories. Vašíček ...

Jordan Maxwell in a powerful well-researched book, which delves deep into how archaeology, ancient mysteries and the UFO phenomenon impacts people, their culture, history, and what is the meaning of alien presence. The story of UFOs has been around since the dawn of man and there seems to be a fascination with a subject where there is limited proof, but many people around the world believe they have seen some unexplainable things. For thousand and thousands of years researchers have been puzzled by the strange archaeological discoveries found around the world. It seems as though each new ...

Islamic terrorists have obliterated New York City. Awaking to the nightmare, Matt Sheridan makes the quick decision to evacuate his family to rural Vermont. As the situation deteriorates across the United States and society collapses into chaos, the seasoned Army Ranger must navigate an entirely new battlefield to protect his family from impending peril. Prepare yourself for action, intrigue and hours of lost sleep scrambling to see what happens next. Author Robert Cole brings his knowledge as a “red-cell” team leader on some of the most-classified Department of Defense’s Weapons of ...

The most powerful teachings of Jesus. The force that fuels your faith. Now in one book. For centuries, the Beatitudes have been quoted, studied, and admired—but few truly live them. And the Holy Spirit? Many believe in Him, yet struggle to experience His power in their daily lives. This book bridges that gap, bringing together two of the most transformative forces in Christianity—Jesus’s wisdom and the Spirit’s presence—to unlock a faith that is alive, resilient, and unstoppable. Inside this two-in-one volume, you will: Decode the Beatitudes—understand what Jesus meant when He ...

Discover earth angels and highly evolved beings. See if you are one! We are souls on earth who carry divine power. Yet we aren’t aware of it! A Past Life and Spirit World Soul Regression is an experience that provides huge answers to life’s deepest questions - Who am I? What is my purpose? Am I on track? Do I have a Spirit Guide? Who is my Soul Family? Discover how guides answer these vital questions. In these pages you will read individual stories of true Spirit World Soul Regressions from Shannon’s clients which unearth astounding answers to their lives and reveal who they are as ...

The Dungeon Beckons. The Secrets Deepen. Kaiden believed he was prepared for the dangers of dungeon diving—until he found himself in one he was never meant to enter. Dragged into a high-risk dungeon far beyond his level, Kaiden must fight to survive against deadly trials, powerful foes, and the shifting agendas of those around him. But the challenges he faces extend far beyond the dungeon itself. As new opportunities and greater dangers emerge, the real question isn’t just whether he’ll make it through—but how far he can rise if he does. With danger lurking behind every corner and ...

It is January 1942 and ten year old German boy Deiter can’t understand how with all the efforts by the Fuhrer and the soldiers to make his country great again, why does everything just seem to be getting worse. In only seven days his whole world falls apart as he waits for the evacuations to happen and bring Abigail the girl with the yellow star and everyone he loves to the countryside which he believes to be Just like heaven. The world and the war through the eyes of innocence.Brendan Mac an Mhaoir's first novel ''Hiding Abigail'' was inspired by stories from his father's youth, where ...

In the Spring of 1915, a Parisian playboy took to the lethal skies of World War I, becoming the world’s first fighter pilot. Never before had a lone pilot hunted down other aviators. Roland Garros’ aerial exploits unleashed unlimited air combat and changed warfare forever. Before leaving French café society for the Western Front, the young pilot set aviation records, won air races, and introduced manned flight to thrilled crowds in the USA, Europe, and Latin America. Garros scouted for the US Army, strolled as a Boulevardier, sold sports cars, played classical piano, was a lawyer, a ...

Only Dragon Fire Can Burn Through Their Desire Once Torin pays his debt to his own kingdom by conquering the last magical threat, he vows to find Marseha, his long lost love whose disappearance has left a void no battle can fill. In the shadowed halls of Goetia Castle, the Veiled Queen sends Marseha on a perilous journey to save their people. But soon she discovers that her magic is both a gift and a curse, especially when she reunites with the man who stole her heart only to discover he condemns witches to death. Thrust together by fate, entangled in a web of deception and lies, their ...

This book is a study of angels, demons, and various spiritual matters and topics from a Biblical perspective. The book is intended to inform the reader on these subjects and increase their understanding and awareness. Angels, demons and spiritual matters is a comprehensive study in parts of the book and a summary of the topics in other parts of the book. It contains information on the ranks of demons and angels and attempts to answer questions such as what are the size of angels and demons, how God speaks to us through dreams, How to react to a demonic dream, and so forth. Biblical ...

Travis Hurts is a hunter of men Collecting rewards for the most wanted men in the galaxy But what happens when the hunter becomes the hunted? P2 was once a thriving world, home to trillions. Then the Hash Gore attacked. They leveled entire cities. The Human Coalition forces nuked everything. A hundred years later people are retuning. There’s no government, no rules, no place that’s safe. But there are fortunes to be found in the rubble of the cities, and the nuclear impact sites created a rare element called Dusticia Seven that is fast becoming the most valuable substance in...

"Terrifyingly Fun: The Urban Legends You Can't Stop Talking About!" Do you love a good scare? Are you the kind of person who reads ghost stories late at night, then double-checks the locks before bed? "Whispers in the Dark" is the perfect mix of chills, thrills, and a healthy dose of laughter. From the terrifying Bunny Man of Virginia to Japan’s vengeful Slit-Mouthed Woman, and even a cursed elevator ritual, this book dives into the world’s scariest—and weirdest—urban legends. Packed with spine-tingling stories, sarcastic humor, and the kind of suspense that makes you leave the ...

An avid gamer is trapped in his favorite video game when it’s shut down. – With the stakes raised can he and his friends survive? Transformed into a vampire Ambrose has to adapt to being undead. However, what happens if it comes with unexpected side effects? Can he stay true to the person he was before or will he turn into the character he played? When one friend wants to go and another wants to stay, whose side will he take?

A war hero on the run. A girl behind barbed wire. A love letter to hope in the darkest times. In 1944 California, Aiko Takeda writes letters to her childhood friend, Takeshi "Taki" Nakamura, a Nisei soldier serving with the famed 442nd Infantry Regiment in Europe. Through their letters, their bond deepens across oceans and gunfire. But when her letters suddenly stop, Taki fears the worst. Learning of the U.S. government's internment of Japanese Americans, Taki makes a life-altering decision: he deserts his unit and sets out on a perilous journey across continents and borders to find Aiko. ...