Beneath layers of crushing water, hidden from the world above, lies an ancient civilization clinging to survival in enigmatic domes and corroded tunnels. Tybrin, an ex-explorer heavy with regret, and Anista, a visionary marine engineer, emerge as reluctant heroes determined to reignite humanity’s flame in this submerged sanctuary. In "Abyssal Coalition: Echoes from the Ionian Abyss," embark on an immersive odyssey of redemption, resilience, and rebirth.This compelling tale weaves p...

Outer Origin examines the individual, social, and spiritual implications of ectogenesis, also known as artificial womb technology. Formerly considered the topic of science fiction, such devices are currently being developed and will soon be a medical reality. This book offers readers information on the status of this technology and considers the ways in which it may one day fully replace human gestation. Ectogenesis has previously been assessed with the future child in mind, but this book,...

An interfaith collection of prayers, blessings, and poems offering comfort and hope to the healthcare workers that give so much.The COVID-19 pandemic has left few of us unaffected, but our healthcare workers have borne the brunt of its impact. Chaplains and clergy across all lines of faith have ministered to those caregivers through prayers and blessings.This curated collection of interfaith prayers, blessings, and poems was written by those who minister to...

Ordinary objects. Extraordinary tales.As Told by Things is a lighthearted, multi-genre collection of short stories and flash fiction, each told from the perspective of an inanimate object.Fun, witty, and full of charm, As Told by Things will capture your imagination—as well as your heart.What objects do you think have stories to tell?

Break free from social anxiety, one step at a timeFeeling anxious around people? Not sure where to start? Then this user-friendly, practical resource might be exactly what you’re looking for. This workbook helps you tackle your fear of judgment and worry about what others think of you. You’ll find simple step-by-step instructions, worksheets and real-world examples to help you gain insight and control over your social anxiety.Social Anxiety For ...

“…when a beautiful flower smells so sweet, sometimes you forget to look out for the thorns."1484, Leicester.Lady Katherine Turner never expected to inherit power, but after the sudden loss of her beloved brother, she steps into the role of Countess of Leicester, only to find herself ensnared in a world of ambition, secrets and betrayal.Her newfound wealth soon attracts attention from suitors eager to claim both her hand and her fortune. Non...

Regent Park Redux evaluates one of the biggest experiments in public housing redevelopment from the tenant perspective. Built in the 1940s, Toronto’s Regent Park has experienced common large-scale public housing problems. Instead of simply tearing down old buildings and scattering inhabitants, the city’s housing authority came up with a plan for radical transformation.In partnership with a private developer, the Toronto Community Housing Corporation organized a twenty-year...

This authoritative collection provides a practical and comprehensive introduction to team-based qualitative research. The authors are social scientists and health researchers with extensive experience in this rapidly expanding field. Qualitative research has become increasingly interdisciplinary and team oriented. The transition away from the lone-researcher approach to collaborative and inter-institutional research creates new challenges for designing and implementing qualitative research...

Awaken the Spiritual Magic within you, access the full potential of your mind, and turn your dreams into reality by connecting with the immense energy of our Earth.Even if you don't know it yet, we all have magic within us…Unfortunately, few have this awareness.But, fortunately, this awareness can be developed, acquired, to the point of manipulating the magic and energy within us to shape our destiny and achieve our spiritual well-being...

Do you want to know how the ancient power of the moon influences Wiccan magic? Looking to tap into this powerful natural energy and harness it to fulfil your desires? Are you interested in Working Magic with Lunar Energies?Keep reading...In Wicca, as in many other religions, the moon is the female aspect of Divinity. She embodies the traits and qualities that we often associate with the feminine side of people, the fluidity, the ability to remain eternal ...

Two of the most precious things we have is our body and our brain. We don’t have any spare, and it’s precisely for this reason that we have to learn how to keep them in shape.To avoid premature decay and to ensure that they continue performing well for as long as possible, we must have a healthy lifestyle and know which foods allow us to feel better, in addition to those which instead slow down our functioning and can compromise our wellbeing.This book will allow you to avoid...

Once upon a time, he was a heartthrob, on top of the world, finally with the woman he loved. Ever since he saw Joy across the street at 15, he couldn't take his eyes off her. Their fiery passion and attitude were a match for each other.The hotel became a second home, a place of fights but also of discovery, of personality clashes that turned into friendships, of a fantasy life free from the stresses of the world. They may have fell in love in Queens, but they stayed in love in Hote...