A collection of confessions, feelings, and unsaid words.

My name is Daisuke Furutsu, and I died getting hit by a truck full of apples. Yes, I know it’s a cliché setup. Apparently somebody upstairs fell asleep on the job. Anyway, as an apology, God lets me draw five Cards of Fate that are supposed to grant me superpowers in my next life. My first four draws are amazing—stuff like magic and an infinite inventory. But everything changes with the fifth card: a “curse” that turns me into whatever killed me. I thought I was gonna end up a truck, but n...

A modern-day manga author fell through time into Heian-era Kyoto...!? All I have left is my will to draw! I'll survive in this world of conflict with a single pen...!

My action-packed adventure is on a roll! With Grida, Fresa, and Datil by my side, I’m sure we can overcome anything that comes our way! We’re actually trying to get Grida out of the storage card safely right now, and I think the World Tree might help provide some answers. Problem is...I have no idea where it could be!Now, I’m out here curing the ill and redeeming thieves, but as soon as we hit the road, bandits strike our carriage! The only good news is that one of them let slip ab...

In this companion volume to Animals in the American Classics: How Natural History Inspired Great Fiction, John Cullen Gruesser brings together leading experts who explore the integral role animals play in American poetry. The ten essays in Animals in Classic American Poetry: How Natural History Inspired Great Verse showcase how the natural history of and imagery relating to animals have inspired some of America’s best-known and most beloved poets.The book highligh...

"Username: Henry" is different, sardonic and futuristic. As the author is used to, the end will make you rethink everything, just like an epiphany. Near the first half of the 21st century and still, without finding the formula to rescue them from a centuries-old socioeconomic instability, Cubans decide to auction their sovereignty to the highest bidder from the group of world powers that will make their best offers to take over the country. The island will become the most prosperous tax ha...

A modern-day manga author fell through time into Heian-era Kyoto...!? All I have left is my will to draw! I'll survive in this world of conflict with a single pen...!

Antimatter is one of the most fascinating aspects of Particle Physics, and matter-antimatter annihilation the most energetic process in the universe. If they existed, everyday objects made of antimatter would look exactly like those made of ordinary matter, as would antimatter stars. We live surrounded by antimatter, since showers of matter and antimatter particles fall incessantly on the Earth's surface, some of them penetrating our buildings. Furthermore, many things around us - bananas,...

A modern-day manga author fell through time into Heian-era Kyoto...!? All I have left is my will to draw! I'll survive in this world of conflict with a single pen...!

This book of LNNS contains accepted papers presented at DCAI conference in the Special Session on Intelligent Systems Applications (ISA), Salamanca (Spain), June 2024. ISA is a major forum for the presentation of the development and applications of innovative techniques in the fields of building management, assistive technologies, applied engineering, and industry. The scientific committee of the ISA has selected eight full papers for its publication. This year, ISA Special Session has tea...

Self-organization plays an essential yet often overlooked role in the everyday lives of refugees in exile. By self-organizing, they challenge restrictions, claim political representation, foster social relations and belonging, and create ongoing economic opportunities.While government authorities and aid organizations are supposed to provide protection and assistance, refugees often continue to face adversities, restrictions, and risks, prompting them to establish and maintain thei...

The charming town of Los Gatos is nestled at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains and is sometimes referred to as the 'Gem City of the Foothills.' It has inspired hundreds of postcard images through the years, many reflecting the area's abundance of natural beauty. As the town and surrounding area grew and prospered through agriculture, logging, and commerce, the local architecture and landmarks became popular subjects. Glimpses of everyday life'churches, schools, houses, and businesses'fu...