Virtual Worlds

Play until it kills you Uncle Robert died, and that sucks, but it’s just the beginning of Channing’s strange, unbelievable tale. After figuring out the password to the odd gaming console his uncle willed him, Channing finds himself in a hub containing thousands of knock-off games filled with action, loot, variety, and some extremely hot women at every turn. It’s a gamer’s wet dream, right until Channing discovers the dark secret hidden within the console. Uncle Robert didn’t die of a stroke. He was killed in the game by another player, one whose guild is now targeting Channing. ...

Psychodynamic study of pathological narcissism, relationships with abusive narcissists and psychopaths, and Narcissistic Personality Disorder, using a new vocabulary and a model of personality disorders as post-traumatic conditions.

It was a warm night on April 26th, 1986. Anatoly Stepanovich Dyatlov, the Chernobyl Reactor 4 plant engineer, called for a safety test. The test was to figure out how to keep the reactor cool until the backup electrical generators could be turned on. Three similar tests had been conducted the year before, but they hadn't managed to produce any results. This test was going to be different.

This book introduces the ‘Scattered Worlds’ universe, where an alien race, the Lenovians, performed what should have been a normal “weapons test." However, their experiment went disastrously wrong, creating thousands of scattered worlds, as if someone had blended them all and then randomly pieced them back together. Jake Anderson was on his way to a night class at UNH when his car unexpectedly crashed into an impossible wall of snow beside a pool of lava. He now finds himself in a chaotic world, a blend of vastly different environments. Walking just under a thousand yards in any ...

Did a Warner Bros. cartoon prophesize the use of the atom bomb? Did the Allies really plan to use stink bombs on the enemy? Why did the Nazis make their own version of Titanic and why were polar bear photographs appearing throughout Europe? The Second World War was the bloodiest of all wars. Mass armies of men trudged, flew or rode from battlefields as far away as North Africa to central Europe, from India to Burma, from the Philippines to the borders of Japan. It saw the first aircraft carrier sea battle, and the indiscriminate use of terror against civilian populations in ways not seen ...

"You’re everything I never knew I needed… and everything I’m afraid to lose," Ethan said softly, his eyes never leaving hers. Grace Mitchell thought she’d seen it all as a journalist in New York. Nothing could surprise her—until her latest assignment. Investigating Amour Select, a billionaire matchmaking agency, seemed straightforward enough. But when she’s paired with Ethan Reed, a reclusive single dad with piercing blue eyes and a heart locked behind walls, her mission becomes anything but simple. Ethan Reed doesn’t believe in love—until Grace walks into his life. Bold, ...

Ever thought of ditching your conventional life to buy a sailboat and go traveling the world as a modern-day sea nomad? Half Fast is the true story of a married couple in their thirties who do just that—a move some of their family and friends consider to be a 'half-assed scheme' at best. With little money and even even less nautical experience they leave their small-town home in Arkansas to embark on an adventure they hope will last for a year or two but which evolves into a quarter-century voyage of discovery spanning half the world. Come along with Randy and Cheryl as they cruise their ...

Your Key to Passing the HESI A2: 🌟 Ready to Start Your Nursing Career? 🌟 Feeling overwhelmed by the breadth of topics on the HESI A2 exam? 🌟 Worried about where to focus your study efforts? HESI A2 Exam Prep 2025 is the guide you’ve been looking for! Why this book is your ultimate ally: 🌟 Everything you need in one place: A comprehensive guide covering every section of the test, including Math, Reading Comprehension, Biology, Chemistry, Grammar, and more. 🌟 Strategic approach: Learn the best strategies to organize your study routine, manage time, and tackle your weak areas ...

Meet Esther Weiss, a close friend of Lili and Océane from their days at a Swiss finishing school before the war. As we continue the epic saga from 'In Picardy's Fields,' 'The Diamond Courier,' and 'The Parisian Spy,' Esther steps into the limelight with her own gripping story in ‘The Norwegian Assassin’. Vienna, 1938 Esther's life is meticulously planned, with a bright future alongside her fiancé, Carl Bernstein. But the annexation of Austria by Hitler shatters their dreams. The wedding is indefinitely postponed, and the Weiss family's idyllic existence is upended. Forced to flee ...

Uncover the Secrets of Timeless Wisdom: Why Epictetus is Your 21st-Century Guide to a Life Well-Lived. The world has never been more chaotic. Modern existence is a battleground of stress, distractions, and countless challenges. But what if you had an ancient toolkit designed for mastering modern problems? Enter Epictetus, a freedom-loving slave turned philosopher, and his guidebook for life—the Enchiridion. What You'll Gain: Unparalleled Emotional Resilience: Learn why Epictetus places emotional strength at the center of a fulfilling life. The Enchiridion Decoded: Translate ancient Stoic ...

Join us as we dive deep into the heart of the Dutch Resistance during World War II in the sixth installment of ‘The Resistance Girl Series’, 'The Crystal Butterfly.' Amsterdam, 1939 In a world on the brink of war, Edda Van der Valk, a talented prima ballerina, seeks refuge from a ruthless Russian rival at a Swiss finishing school. Meeting Lili, Océane, Esther, Sable, and Anna, she finds solace in friendship but faces a rising tide of Fascism back in Holland. Edda's life takes a hopeful turn when she falls in love with Asher Hoffmann, a fellow dancer from a Jewish family. Yet, their ...

When our son was diagnosed with low-functioning autism in 2009, my wife and I left the doctor’s office overwhelmed, filled with questions and uncertainty. Fifteen years later, we’ve faced meltdowns, setbacks, and exhaustion—but also moments of joy, progress, and deep connection with our special, wonderful son. This book is the guide we wish we had, offering real-life insights - coupled with sound, practical advice. Written by a parent, for parents, this book breaks down the challenges of raising a child with autism in a clear, compassionate way. You’ll learn how to navigate daily ...

After reviewing the facts coming out about the ‘pandemic’, it became very obvious to me that this was a global false flag to kick off the Great Reset and the implementation of the prophesied global government, aka the New World Order. I had to do something myself as a Sentinel to warn the people who looked to me for answers as to what was really going on, these are the first five reports I've issued since the beginning of the plannedemic... I was asked to consolidate these reports into one book that could be turned into a paperback, so here they are, updates 1 through 5, unedited, ...

Emma and Sydney are college juniors in central Florida when a deadly EMP attack strikes, ending their career dreams. The girls share a house with five other students, a contentious and divided group that is thrown together by growing chaos and vicious attacks. As society collapses and dark forces organize to prey on the weak and helpless, can Emma’s training as a disaster prepper save her group as they are forced to begin a desperate trek across the state?

Time to plunge in deep Ando (Channing West in the real world) has been dealing with Shoremen, the people who killed his Uncle Robert, for far too long. With a stolen Fantacon, and a new account/avatar, he’s going undercover, looking to infiltrate Shoremen as a potential recruit. The plan works well, almost too well. One of Shoremen’s players has endangered themselves, and he’s expected to help bring them in. Just like an undercover movie, he’s going in too deep, but what he discovers could turn the tide in ending Nacron’s regime. Uncle Robert Left Me His Fantasy World is a series ...

From the Bestselling Author P.S. Power comes an exciting adventure that will change the world. Tor Baker is no ordinary boy. Hailing from a humble background in the deep woods, Tor has been granted a special scholarship from the king to study magic, and he's determined to make the most of it. But when he finds himself entangled in a web of secrets and schemes that have been building for years before his birth, Tor must rely on all of his magical skills and cunning to save himself and the kingdom. With intrigue, danger, and a hint of romance, this story will keep you guessing until the very ...

Journey back in time and immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of Ancient Egypt. Have you ever marveled at the mysteries of the pyramids or been intrigued by the eye of Horus? Kemetic spirituality is not just about the ancient myths but about understanding and internalizing a system of beliefs that has influenced cultures and civilizations for millennia. This book offers a captivating and profound look into the sacred practices, rituals, and principles of Ancient Egypt – a spirituality that transcends time and resonates even today. You'll discover: The underlying principles of Ma'at –...

Life can be defined in many ways. We typically define life as an organism that has conscious awareness and the ability to learn. However, we do not fully understand what constitutes life. This book is not about the scientific explanation of the life process, but rather how we define life in our everyday existence. Our thoughts, words, and emotions define our lives through the experiences we create. We can define our lives in different ways through changing our beliefs.

What if everything you’ve built… was only protecting you from everything you actually need? You’ve been admired. Feared. Even envied. But never truly known. Because no one sees the shame under your confidence. The fear under your charm. The emptiness behind your control. You’ve survived by being everything for everyone — except yourself. And now, you’re tired. Tired of pretending. Tired of performing. Tired of carrying a life that looks perfect… but feels hollow. You don’t need another mask. You need a mirror. This book is that mirror. Inside, you’ll find the words you ...

Inspired by a true story, The Stallion and His Peculiar Boy will touch your heart as no other horse story has before. World War II is raging. Hitler is hiding away the world's most beautiful purebred horses in a little village in Czechoslovakia. Lipizzaners, Thoroughbreds, and the prize Polish Arabians are being used in his experiments to create the perfect war horse. A peculiar twelve-year-old boy from the village named Teodor becomes the groom for one of those special horses - Witez II, one of the most famous Arabian stallions of all time. Witez helps the boy face his challenges and find ...