The Dawn of the Modern Era – The Great Figures of the 16th Century The 16th century changed the world like almost no other era. New continents were discovered, science challenged centuries-old beliefs, and the Reformation shook Europe to its core. Courageous explorers, visionary thinkers, influential rulers, and brilliant artists shaped the dawn of the modern era. This audiobook tells the fascinating life stories of 19 extraordinary figures—from Leonardo da Vinci and Martin Luther to Nicol...

The 17th century was a time of great contrasts. While powerful rulers expanded their empires and established magnificent courts, scientists, philosophers, and explorers revolutionized our understanding of the world. Art and culture flourished impressively during the Baroque era. This audiobook tells the fascinating life stories of 15 extraordinary figures—from Louis XIV, the Sun King, to Isaac Newton and Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, to Rembrandt, Rubens, and William Shakespeare. Their ideas,...

Principal Presence is a practical, no-nonsense guide for school leaders who want to sharpen their focus on what matters most-improving teaching and learning. Designed for busy principals juggling competing demands, this book cuts through the noise to spotlight the five foundational systems every school needs to thrive: Communication, Collaboration, Lesson Planning, Instructional Snapshots, and Data Monitoring.Grounded in real-world leadership and built for immediate applica...

Cute little alien Takopi lands on Earth. What is his mission? To be taken to our leader? No. To spread happiness throughout the universe!The first person Takopi meets is depressed fourth grader Shizuka. (Or is it…?) Takopi is determined to do whatever it takes to make Shizuka smile again. But his misguided attempts to help her by using his advanced technology to turn back time only result in mayhem and death.What is the truth Takopi can’t remember? And what must the pink al...

Despite the disappearances of both his mom and dad, Tsubasa hasn’t given up on uncovering the Ichinose family’s secrets! A photo album might hold the key to the family’s past, so Tsubasa and his remaining family set out to find the places the pictures were taken. However, just as it seems like they might finally be closing in on answers, the fake Kakeru reveals something that Tsubasa will regret ever having learned.

Tsubasa couldn’t be happier living with Sota, Kenta, and Ayano! They don’t yell, they don’t fight, they don’t argue—every day is just perfect! However, as Sota tries to patch over Kenta’s troubling behavior with smiles and endless positivity, Tsubasa begins to see that there is no escape from the interpersonal struggles that all families face—even if you insist you aren’t one.

After waking up in the hospital, Tsubasa Ichinose learns that he and his family were in a car accident that has left them all suffering from amnesia. Despite not knowing anything about each other, Tsubasa and his family begin bonding as they explore the kind of family they must have been. However, upon returning home to a messy house filled with locked doors, it starts becoming clear that the idyllic family life they’d imagined couldn’t be further from the truth.

Tsubasa’s sister, Shiori, is mad, and Tsubasa just doesn’t understand why—all he wanted to do was help! But after a heart-to-heart with his dad, he’s able to better understand his own feelings as he heads out to confront the grown man that Shiori’s dating. But even as brother and sister strengthen their bond, another secret is set to tear the family apart again.

In a realm teetering on the brink of destruction, where ancient clans clash and unseen forces manipulate the threads of destiny, a group of ordinary young adults discovers they possess extraordinary abilities linked to the mystical Aetherium. Recruited into the legendary Aetherium Guard, they must learn to master their newfound powers and navigate a treacherous landscape of political intrigue, warring factions, and looming darkness. As they confront seemingly impossible challenges, these y...

A desperate young man on Earth witnesses a dying alien fall from the sky—and inherits a terrifying legacy: command of a living swarm capable of devouring worlds. Thrown into a brutal magical continent where kings kill for energy crystals and beasts wield elemental power, Ansel must rise from nobody to master, balancing human conscience against the cold instinct of the hive. But every victory only draws greater enemies…and somewhere, an ancient force is watching, waiting for the new Master ...

Day Trading Success, Strategies and Secrets" is a comprehensive guide for beginner and intermediate day traders looking to develop their skills and achieve success in the financial markets. This ebook covers a wide range of topics, including asset classes, technical and fundamental analysis, risk management, trading psychology, and continuous learning. With practical tips, case studies, and worksheet guides, readers will learn how to create a trading plan, choose a strategy, manage risk, a...

Clarkesworld is a Hugo and World Fantasy Award-winning science fiction and fantasy magazine. Each month we bring you a mix of fiction, articles, interviews and art. Our August 2021 issue (#179) contains:Original fiction by Beth Goder ("Candide; Life-"), Nadia Afifi ("A Thousand Tiny Gods"), Adam Stemple ("The Clock, Having Seen Its Face in the Mirror, Still Knows Not the Hour"), Congyun 'Mu Ming' Gu ("The Serpentine Band"), Andrea M. Pawley ("A Heist in Fifteen Products from ...