An AI inhabits a human body.Targeted marketing invades a man's life… and mind.Programmers battle their own government in cyberspace.Every day, the line between man and machine blurs.Drones replace postal workers, AI-operated cars fill the streets, and our carefully curated digital lives become as critical as our actual ones. How do unchecked technological advances shape us? How do we shape them? Does humanity still have time to choose our own future or is it too lat...

Buckle up for an explosive ride into the heart of battle with 'Contested Landing' – the ultimate anthology of military science fiction that'll leave you on the edge of your seat!Get ready to dive headfirst into the fray as fearless defenders clash with relentless invaders in heart-pounding actions across the cosmos. From pulse-pounding firefights to jaw-dropping heroics, these adrenaline-fueled tales will thrust you into the heart of interstellar conflict like neve...

Der stumme Frühling» erschien erstmals 1963. Der Titel bezieht sich auf das Märchen von der blühenden Stadt, in der sich eine seltsame, schleichende Seuche ausbreitet. Das spannend geschriebene Sachbuch wirkte bei seinem Erscheinen wie ein Alarmsignal und avancierte rasch zur Bibel der damals entstehenden Ökologie-Bewegung.Zum ersten Mal wurde hier in eindringlichem Appell die Fragwürdigkeit des chemischen Pflanzenschutzes dargelegt. An einer Fülle von Tatsachen machte Rachel Carson...

What happens when the menopause becomes a source of inequality?This groundbreaking book exposes the rising tide of menopause-related discrimination across workplaces, healthcare settings and the justice system, clearly establishing the urgency of the issue. Through an intersectional lens, the contributors reveal how age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, chronic illness, neurodivergence and disability shape experiences of neglect and exclusion of menopausal people, ...

If you're seeking courage, transformation, and a deeper connection to purpose—this book is for you. A powerful collection of advocate voices that uplift, heal, and inspire, each short story is a testament to reclaiming self-worth, overcoming trauma, advocating for safety or being of service. Their advocacy will inspire you to see more, be more and do more for both yourself and your community.Lonnee Rey's "Encouragement for the Late Bloomer" is advocacy for all who feel lost i...

In this follow up graphic novel to Renegade Rule, VR gaming team the Manhattan Mist return to competition from their near-miss at the previous championship. This time they’re taking on the new brawl mode, Renegade Royale! And with only one player who can be crowned champion, the game is on.STRAP IN FOR A BRAND NEW ROUND OF COMPETITIVE VR GAMING WITH YOUR FAVORITE TEAM OF CHAOTIC GALS!Since their defeat at the VR gaming championship for Renegade Rul...

In a merger tailor-made for the tabloids, tycoon Ryder Bramson sought Macy Ashley's hand in marriage. But his true goal was to buy her father's company—and thereby wrest control of his own conglomerate from his illegitimate brothers. To ensnare Macy in his web of intrigue, Ryder first offered the beautiful businesswoman a job in his start-up. Yet slipping the ring on her finger proved more difficult.Being a brash billionaire's corporate pawn wasn't independent-minded Macy's style. ...

Prepare for competitive gaming like you've never seen it!The Manhattan Mist have beaten the odds to land themselves in the national championships for Renegade Rule, one of the hottest virtual reality games in existence. But they're in for competition fiercer than they ever imagined, and one team member's entire future could be at stake. Four queer female friends will have to play harder than ever against self-doubt, infighting, romantic distraction, and a slew of o...

Georgia has played a formative role in the writing of America. Few states have produced a more impressive array of literary figures, among them Conrad Aiken, Erskine Caldwell, James Dickey, Joel Chandler Harris, Carson McCullers, Flannery O'Connor, Jean Toomer, and Alice Walker.This volume contains biographical and critical discussions of Georgia writers from the nineteenth century to the present as well as other information pertinent to Georgia literature. Organized in alphabetica...

IN A CITY WHERE SHADOWS HIDE THE TRUTH, can one man's lens capture justice amidst terror and deception?Niall, a London-based photographer, finds his ordinary life shattered when he witnesses a brutal murder in a park. As he navigates the ensuing chaos, he confronts his fears and uncovers hidden truths with the help of Detective Inspector Helen Gilpin.Will Niall be able to unravel the complexities of crime and identity without losing himself in the process? Can he bridge t...

Eine unmögliche Liebe in einer dunklen Zeit Kann man glücklich werden, wenn die ganze Welt dagegen ist? Berlin 1924 Die junge Luise kommt aus Heidelberg ins geschäftige Berlin. Sie will im Pestalozzi-Fröbel-Haus eine Ausbildung zur Kindergärtnerin beginnen. Durch Zufall macht sie die Bekanntschaft des warmherzigen Bernhard. Die beiden sind voneinander fasziniert und verlieben sich Hals über Kopf. Aber hat ihre Liebe überhaupt eine Chance? Denn Bernhard und seine Familie sind Juden. Außerde...

At the Billionaire’s Beck and Call?Tycoon Ryder Bramson sought Macy Ashley’s hand in marriage. But his true goal was to buy her father’s company. To ensnare Macy, Ryder first offered the beautiful businesswoman a job. Yet slipping the ring on her finger proved difficult. Being a brash billionaire’s pawn wasn’t independent-minded Macy’s style. On the other hand, being the focus of this irresistible man’s passion just might win her over…High-Society S...