Ever since his grandma squandered the family fortune to two-bit hucksters from "Microsoft Tech Support," corporate do-little Eric Amundsen has spent his workdays wasting the time of scammers everywhere, all to keep them from swindling the unsuspecting.But when Eric's supposedly long-deceased father contacts him through his spam folder, Eric—whose workday mantra isn't exactly "solutions-oriented"—has serious problems to solve.Distracted by the slew of emails from the person ...

Your death comes on slowly, while elsewhere, a nameless man fakes his own. Encased in glass, a young man navigates a world meant for those beyond. A mudslide washes away a once romantic weekend, and a childhood swim drowns all illusion of innocence.These are but some of the tales in And Ampersand: Short Stories on Endings and Beginnings (of a Sort). In this collection of flash fiction, short stories, and freeform prose, International Book Awards finalist R.R. Campbell retu...

As an aspiring or seasoned writer, do you feel like you aren't making headway, stumbling on what to write next, or wondering if you're even on the right path? Are you unable to find the motivation to charge up your computer and put your fingers on the keyboard after that last rejection?Between the pages of What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers, 100 highly accomplished authors share their time, energy, and knowledge to pay it forward and inspire other writers, experienced or a...

"There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man ... a dimension as vast as space and as timeless as infinity. It is the middle ground between light and shadow, between science and superstition, and it lies between the pit of man's fears and the summit of his knowledge. This is the dimension of imagination."-Rod Serling13 cosmic horror-tinged tales by some of the best authors the indie horror world has to offer

Linux Mastery is the definitive guide to learning Linux, from the basics to the advanced. This comprehensive book covers everything you need to know to become a Linux master, including:Installing and configuring LinuxUsing the Linux command lineManaging files and directoriesWorking with users and groupsAdministering servicesSecuring your systemAnd much more!Linux Mastery is written in a clear and conci...

The Post-Truth Condition: Philosophical Reflections, edited by Tarun Kattumana and Simon Truwant, demonstrates the absence of a unitary understanding of the phenomenon of post-truth stems from the complex nature of the “post-truth condition” itself. By approaching post-truth as a broad and multi-layered societal issue, the contributors offer an original contribution to the existing scholarship in three ways. First, they emphasize that the post-truth condition is not just a politic...

“I will never forget my first flight, the feeling of being pushed back in the seat, the rumbling that suddenly turned into silence. It fascinated me then, it does now.”When Ryan Campbell was six, he fell in love with aeroplanes. Inspired by his first flight, and his uncle and grandfather who were both aviators, flying was a passion that dominated his childhood. It was no surprise to his family and friends when at 15 Ryan became the youngest pilot in Australia. Then...

Unleash the Power of Docker: Transform Your App Development!Imagine seamless, efficient, and scalable app development. With Docker, this vision becomes reality. The Art of Docker is your essential guide to mastering Docker, revolutionizing how you build, deploy, and manage applications.What You'll LearnDocker FundamentalsContainers and Images: Understand core concepts and the revolution of containerization....

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The people most impacted by criminal justice policies and practices are seldom included in the decision-making processes that affect their lives.Building on the ‘nothing about us without us’ social movement, this edited volume advocates an inclusive approach to criminology that gives voice to historically marginalized, silenced, and ignored groups.Incorporating the experiences of service users, academics, and state and grassroots practitioners, this volume considers how res...

Dive into the world of Python with our comprehensive guide, "Python Programming Mastery" Whether you are a beginner or an experienced programmer, this book is your ultimate resource for mastering the intricacies of Python.Key Features:Explore Python's intuitive syntax and learn how to write clean and efficient codeDiscover the versatility of Python through real-world applications in web development, data analysis, machine learning, and more