It’s father versus son on Earth’s war-torn streets as Thomas Bruin faces the Oort Worldkiller and his invading army. With no better choice, Bruin suits up for a final stand, fully aware he may not survive—and maybe not wanting to. Victory means confronting a lifetime of lies and betrayals; failure means planetary extinction. For once, Bruin stops thinking about his reputation and focuses solely on saving Earth, no matter the cost. And if he’s lucky, he might finally die the hero he spent y...

**“An exceptionally thoughtful literary thriller. In the depth and breadth of its story, in the lyricism of its prose, Nearshore will surely establish Steve Hawk as a writer to be reckoned with.”—Kem Nunn, author of Tapping the Source, Dogs of Winter, and Tijuana Straits“Nearshore is the best novel of homegrown nuclear terrorism yet written, chillingly credible, terrifying, and all too plausible.”—Richard Rhodes, Pulitzer P...

Hit Germany's can't-miss art, sights, and bites in two weeks or less with Rick Steves Best of Germany**! Inside you'll find:**Strategic advice from Rick Steves on what's worth your time and moneyShort itineraries covering Munich, Bavaria, Rothenburg and the Romantic Road, the Rhine Valley, and Berlin, plus Salzburg, AustriaRick's tips for beating the crowds, skipp...

From vast glaciers to steaming volcanic lakes, experience the land of the midnight sun with Rick Steves. Inside Rick Steves Iceland you’ll find:Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring IcelandRick’s strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and ...

With the birth of Clover, a hybrid human-alien child, the status of Earth has changed…And Harry’s life has turned upside down. He's gone from being a stranded alien to hiding out as a 'human' doctor who solves murders, and now he's a stay-at-home dad. He’s got the dad part down, but with the government still searching for him there's danger around every corner—and now that threat has extended to his daughter.To help protect his family, Harry has called in s...

Millions of Americans suffer from OSA, and at least one patient in five has mild OSA. Whereas patient compliance with CPAP therapy is unacceptably low (between 25% and 50%), dentists can provide a viable alternative therapy—oral appliance therapy (OAT)—that results in much better compliance. This book clearly delineates the dentist's role in the treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders, with practical advice for incorporating dental sleep medicine into an existing dental practice, in...

The Collins International AS English General series provides an easy-to-use, international course that supports students in developing the key skills required for the Cambridge International AS Level English General Paper (8021) for examination from 2028.We are working towards endorsement of this title for the Cambridge Pathway.The Student’s Book provides full coverage of the Cambridge International AS Level English General Paper syllabus (8021) for examination from 2028 an...

“. . . many will find Ruhl’s tale of personal triumph in the face of looming tragedy to be very relatable. Overall, it serves as an excellent introduction for people looking into alternative treatments while seeking health and happiness.” —Kirkus ReviewsA Zen Buddhist priest’s memoir of cancer recoveryThis remarkable memoir by Steve Kanji Ruhl blends vivid personal narrative with fascinating information from the forefront of medica...

Few cars have left such a lasting mark as the Lotus Seven. First unveiled in 1957, its unmistakable silhouette remains instantly recognisable almost 70 years later. What began as a lightweight sports car from Lotus soon became a legend under the stewardship of Caterham Cars, who took over the design in 1973 after years as an official dealer. Richly illustrated with both historical and contemporary photographs, this book explores the complete story of the Seven, including: The background an...

An ominous presence lurks in the shadows awaiting visitors who linger too long in this eerie horror for struggling teen readers from internationally bestselling author Steve Cole.Everyone knows the abandoned old house at the edge of the woods is haunted, but one reckless boy steps inside for a dare. Creeping through the dust-covered rooms, he finds a strange message scrawled on the wall: Stay Too Long. Then, he finds letters scattered on the floor written by previo...

Award-winning author Steve Cole delivers a poignant quick-read for struggling teen readers, expertly capturing resilience and hope amidst the devastating impact of war.Danylo watches fearfully as war edges ever closer to his peaceful life on a Ukrainian farm. To prepare for the worst, he and his mother build a shelter for protection.But when the missiles eventually drop, they’re unprepared for the devastating impact and must cling to all they have left in o...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes in The Adventure of the Speckled Band like you've never read it before**!** This comic book adapts a nail-biting Sherlock classic into a visual feast of humour & puzzling clues. Bringing literature's top sleuth to young audiences are Steve Skidmore & Steve Barlow - experts on accessible, inclusive & irresistible storytelling - with illustrations by cartoonist Claudia Petrazzi.Classics in Comics is a series ...