Virtual Worlds

January 1945. The first day of the New Year. The German offensive in the Ardennes Forest is over, ending in defeat for the Nazis. American, British, and French troops are ready to begin the final assault on the Third Reich. The Nazis appear to be as good as beaten. Yet they have more surprises up their sleeve, and the nature of the fighting is about to change. The Nazis have prepared a series of attacks, one of them calculated to deliver a hammer blow to the Allies from which they will be unable to recover. Second Lieutenant Murphy, in command of 2nd Platoon, Bravo Company, is enjoying a ...

Books 15, 16, and 17 in the international #1 bestselling "Vampire for Hire" series, including: VAMPIRE SIRE (Book #15) Sam’s been tormented by her own cold-case mystery―the elusive identity of her attacker. When Sam receives a shocking letter and an unexpected windfall, she teams up with Allison to check out a spooky estate. What she discovers there sends her hurtling down a path toward the unmasking of her vampire sire―he who turned her, twelve years ago. But the facts of a cold case are not always black or white. In shades of gray that astound her, Sam peels back the layers of her ...

📉 Trade wars. Tariffs. Geopolitical uncertainty. Investors today face a radically altered landscape—one where protectionist policies and fractured global supply chains are rewriting the rules of the game. This groundbreaking guide delivers a comprehensive roadmap to help investors profit in an era defined by tariffs, trade fragmentation, and policy shocks. From the historical roots of protectionism to the intricate dynamics of modern trade wars, this book unpacks the economic forces shaping today’s markets—and the strategies needed to thrive within them.🔍 Inside, you'll discover...

Samuel Light and Jimbo are so different from each other in many ways, But they have formed a lifelong bond that few brothers do. On a whim the two decide to solve the puzzle of the Shasta Mountain, rumored to have secret entrances, One of which opens to a path inside our planet. What starts off as a whim, a fancy, becomes yet another Do or die adventure that if they don’t get it together And fast…they could die a horrible death…. In a world where nature and fantasy have run wild! In this, the concluding book of the trilogy, the two Men are finally facing a predator worse than any ...

ILLUSTRATED IMAGES – FULL-COLOR PAGES INSIDE! Bright, Engaging, and Packed with Fun Facts Fox Facts for Kids is the ultimate guide to one of nature’s smartest and most fascinating animals: the fox. This exciting and educational eBook covers everything young readers need to know, from where foxes live to how they communicate, hunt, and raise their babies. Every page is designed to capture attention with FULL-COLOR illustrations and vibrant layouts that make learning fun and memorable. Inside, you'll discover: Real facts about foxes’ behavior, diet, and families Amazing types of foxes ...

It is April 1945 and the Allies are engaged in the final, bitter struggle against the desperate defenders of the Fatherland. Most Germans know the war is lost. Most, but not all. Some remain convinced that victory is possible. Provided they complete the latest of Hitler’s much-vaunted ‘superweapons. Most have proved useless. Yet one is not useless. They are about to make a breakthrough with a weapon that can change the course of the war. And of the world. Lieutenant Murphy’s 2nd Ranger Platoon on a reconnaissance mission in the town of Nordhausen, on the northern edge of the ...

They told me journalism was dangerous. But no one ever told me it could make me undead… Now I’m thrust into a supernatural world, complete with my talking, shapeshifting, Taylor Swift-obsessed cat. My name is Kali Black, and for the last decade, I’ve been chasing a child trafficking ring no one else believes exists. Becoming a creature of the night won’t stop me cracking the case. If anything, it’s given me an edge. But power comes with a price. The Enforcers are watching, and stepping out of line could get me staked. My sire is still out there, and I need answers. Time is running...

Apocalypse in the Homeland continues the story that tells how John Harris leads a group of survivors through the chaos of a country that has fallen apart. The US president and a coalition of third world leaders have launched a major nuclear and EMP attack on all of the major powers and killed over 100 million Americans. The USA is in chaos with criminals and thugs attacking innocent citizens, while John and his team fight the corrupt Department of Homeland Security and the president. John leads the people from a major part of the old USA and most of the remaining US military in building a ...

The Cursed Generation: Untold Stories of Wehrmacht Soldiers For decades, the Holocaust has rightly occupied a central place in our understanding of history. Yet there is a less explored facet of World War II—the personal experiences of the soldiers who fought on the German side. The Cursed Generation fills this gap, offering a nuanced perspective that challenges sweeping generalizations. Germany's culture of remembrance struggles to separate Nazis from Wehrmacht soldiers, silencing many conversations about the latter's experiences. This fear of misjudgment has long affected the entire ...

What happens when you suddenly find yourself in a reality of untold possibilities, in a place where technology and magic are indistinguishable? Every game location is a transformed physical world connected to others through an interstellar network of portals. Every player "avatar" is a living physical body with incredible survival traits. Once in this dreamscape, it would be unwise to not seize the moment! There are, however, a couple of catches.

Shadow Life is an exploration of the human shadow and the hidden side of our personalities. It looks at the masks we wear, where these masks come from, and how we can take them off. The book explores how we can better manage our relationships with shame, guilt, and trauma in order to remove the Mask that the world has asked us to wear (and that we forgot we were wearing) so we can live an authentic life with less drama, chaos, or BS whilst we're still around. This is a book for anybody who is waking up to the truth about themselves, the world, and reality and wants to understand the ...

ADHD diagnoses are exploding Do you know why? Worldwide, the disorder affects roughly 5-7% of kids under the age of 18. In the United States, that number is north of 11%. As the disorder continues to plague children at every level, the questions grow louder. What is causing this? Are the diagnoses too prevalent? Is there a significant upswing in misdiagnoses and dual diagnoses? Are modern societies over-medicating learning disabilities? And most importantly, with our incredible advances in neuropsychology and naturopathy, what are we going to do about it? Natural Treatment. Effective ...

"Very entertaining...we truly felt like we were hiking along with them." "His love of the trail and its adventures shines through, yet he is humorous and practical...if you are interested in getting out there, train, research, read Reg's books, then get out there!" "A great read for experienced and aspiring trekkers." --Amazon reviewers As a child of the Sixties, Reg Spittle was no stranger to unrest and rebellion. So it was no surprise that, at age 60, when he closed his office door for the last time and left the working world behind, his restlessness would lead him to a path less traveled...

When does a 47-year-old woman became the hero in an apocalyptic world? After the world is shattered, Margaret finds herself forced out of her chosen role as a mother back to her former life as a military commander. Finding herself in charge of a surviving community desperate for order, she needs to rely on all the skills she learned in the military, and as a mother, to navigate the betrayal, resource wars, and shifting allegiances of the new world. As a soldier, she knows how to give orders and make sure they are obeyed. As a mother, she knows how to sacrifice for others and fight for the ...

Russia and America face each other across the northern border of Afghanistan. World War 3 is about to break out and no one is backing off. And all because a team of academics in New York postulated how to extract the vast untapped mineral wealth of Afghanistan. Steve Case is in the middle of it, and his position is looking very precarious. Will the Taliban find him before the Americans get him out? Or is he doomed, as is the rest of the world?

Unlock the full potential of your ENFJ personality with this comprehensive guide designed to help you thrive in every aspect of life. As an ENFJ, your natural empathy, charisma, and leadership qualities can propel you to great heights, but they can also present unique challenges. This book offers practical strategies and deep insights to harness your strengths, overcome obstacles, and make a meaningful impact on the world around you. In "How to Navigate the World as an ENFJ," you will discover: Insightful Self-Understanding: Gain a deeper awareness of your unique traits and how they shape ...

Master Life with Logic, Discipline, and Purpose—The Ultimate Guide for ISTJs Are you an ISTJ looking to better understand yourself, navigate life with confidence, and make the most of your strengths? How to Navigate the World as an ISTJ is your practical, no-nonsense roadmap to success, built specifically for the Introverted, Sensing, Thinking, and Judging personality type. ISTJs—often known as the “Logisticians” of the MBTI® world—thrive on structure, responsibility, and rational thought. But in a world that often rewards spontaneity and emotional expression, your logical, ...

Do they call you too sensitive, too kind, too soft for this world? You’re not weak. You’re awake. I Stayed Soft in a World That Tried to Harden Me is a powerful healing journey for sensitive souls, empaths, people pleasers, and anyone who's ever given too much and lost themselves in the process. In this deeply emotional and empowering book, Sienna Thorne guides you through the quiet heartbreak of overgiving, the exhaustion of being “the strong one,” and the courage it takes to protect your peace without shutting down your heart. You’ll learn how to: • Set boundaries without ...

What happens when money loses meaning and debt replaces discipline? The Ponzi Dollar: How Fiat Currency Bankrupted the World delivers a hard-hitting, expertly researched autopsy of the global financial system built on illusion, inflation, and institutional denial. From Nixon’s 1971 abandonment of the gold standard to the Federal Reserve’s unchecked money creation, this book exposes the deliberate shift from real value to financial fabrication. Through chapters that dissect Bretton Woods, the Vietnam War’s monetary fallout, central banking alchemy, and the rigged architecture of ...

Bill Reynolds' first driving experience was in a Model T Ford ice-cream van on the beaches of Jersey at the age of seven.The outbreak of war saw him steering between the bomb craters of London during the Blitz. Then, as part of the European liberating forces, he drove three-ton ammunition trucks into the heart of battles from Normandy to Nijmegen. He drove through the Falaise Gap and the Battle of the Bulge, and into the bombed-out ruins of Nazi Germany. But the closest he came to death was when he became a racing driver. This is the story of one man's obsession with speed and danger on ...