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Dive into the unknown with "Beneath the Depths: Discovery that Changed Everything" where the depths of Earth's oceans conceal a secret beyond humanity's wildest imagination. In the near future, Dr. Mia Thompson, a daring marine biologist, leads a team of intrepid deep-sea explorers to a discovery that will redefine history. Beneath the crushing pressure and in the darkest corners of the ocean, they stumble upon an entrance to a vast, alien civilization, untouched and unseen for millennia. As they navigate through underwater cities aglow with bio-luminescent light and encounter astonishing creatures that defy the laws of nature, the team unravels the mysteries of a society that challenges the very concept of life on Earth. But with each revelation comes danger, as they are not the only ones drawn to the secrets of the deep. "Beneath the Depths: The Discovery that Changed Everything" is a heart-pounding tale of discovery, unity, and survival, revealing that the most profound mysteries lie where we least expect them. Join Dr. Thompson and her team on a journey that plunges into the core of the unknown, where every discovery could be the last.
Washington introduces his best friends from school to his father whose shocking and harsh but eventually prescient response to the introduction reveals a post-independent Kenyan society that is markedly different from the one the son has hitherto shared with the friends. The father's brutal honesty leaves an indelible mark on the little boy's psyche and sets Washington off on a long and oftentimes arduous journey that takes him from the rural, familiar and safe albeit hardy surroundings of Apondo, Nyanza, Kenya to the sandy beaches of San Diego, Southern California, finally settling him in the world-famous climes of Silicon Valley, Northern California. Washington repeats a journey first undertaken by thousands in the 1700s: A journey that became an annual ritual for millions thereafter; all in their pursuit of their dream; their American Dream....
Chloe Davis, a hardworking assistant at a top investment firm, is assigned to work closely with the company's elusive and breathtakingly handsome CEO, billionaire Alexander Prescott. Despite their different worlds, an undeniable attraction simmers between them. As they navigate complex business deals and jet-setting social events, Chloe and Alexander fall deeply in love. But their budding relationship is tested by Alexander's demanding career, a jealous ex-girlfriend, and Chloe's own insecurities about fitting into his glamorous life. Through passion, heartbreak, and grand gestures, they must decide if their love is strong enough to overcome the challenges of the billionaire lifestyle. Theme: Exploring whether true love can bridge the gap between two vastly different worlds - one of immense wealth and power, the other an everyday working-class reality. The story delves into the complexities of building a lasting relationship when faced with the pressures and expectations of the elite upper class.
City of Segregation traces the central role racism has played in shaping modern Los Angeles-as it has shaped all US cities. Andrea Gibbons documents one hundred years of struggle against the enforced separation of racial groups through property markets, constructions of community and the growth of neoliberalism. This movement history covers the decades of work to end legal support for segregation in 1948; the 1960s Civil Rights movement and CORE's efforts to integrate LA's white suburbs; and the 2006 victory preserving 10,000 downtown residential hotel units from gentrification enfolded within ongoing resistance to the criminalization and displacement of homelessness. This is a story of state-supported segregation, violent grassroots defense of white neighborhoods, police oppression, and growing political and economic inequalities. In studying these conflicts-and their cycles of victory and retreat-City of Segregation reveals the shape and nature of the racist ideology that must be fought if we hope to found just cities.
Mia Thompson’s life was spiraling out of control—until death saved her. Bullied at school and haunted by depression, Mia saw no way out but to end it all. But just as darkness closed in, Lucas, a mysterious stranger, intervened and offered her a new life—one she never imagined. Now, as a newly turned vampire, Mia must navigate a world she never knew existed, filled with supernatural dangers and deadly secrets. Lucas becomes her guide in this new reality, teaching her the ways of vampires and how to control her emerging powers. As Mia struggles to maintain her human relationships and hide her true nature, she finds herself drawn to Lucas in ways that go beyond gratitude. But their growi...
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An Indispensable Guide for All Writers in All Genres The bad news: even really good manuscripts have weak spots that are enough to garner rejections from agents and publishers. The good news: most of these problems are easy to fix — once the writer sees and understands them. After several years of evaluating manuscripts, literary agent Elizabeth Kracht noticed that many submissions had similar problems, so she began to make a list of the pitfalls. The Author's Checklist offers her short, easy-to-implement bites of advice, illustrated by inspiring — and cautionary — real-world examples. Most aspiring authors yearn for a friend in book publishing. The Author's Checklist is just that.
Marvin Gray, on the verge of a nervous breakdown, is hiding in an abandoned motel in Lexington, Kentucky when he encounters three complex young women who change his life. Nasreen is a twenty-three-year-old Persian goddess who reawakens both his sexuality and his will to survive, while at the same time implicating him in attempted murder.Mia is a younger and tougher African American version of himself. She earns his trust by renewing his sense of purpose, restoring his faith in humanity, and saving his life. Gray soon finds himself scrambling to save hers.Andrea is a university student from Marvin's hometown. When she blogs about his role in a tragedy buried deep in Gray's past, she unwittingly tips off a Mexican drug cartel as to his whereabouts. Now he is forced to choose between fleeing for his life and turning himself over to the cartel to save the lives of those around him.They Only Come Out at Night is the thriller sequel to Maggie May. In it, guilt-ridden private detective Marvin Gray once again finds himself out of his league among a daunting array of criminal adversaries.
Mia and Ethan think they’ve stumbled upon a typical winter adventure when they discover an old sled hidden on Pine Hill. But this isn’t any ordinary sled—it has the power to transport them one day into the future with each ride. What starts as a thrilling escape from their routine quickly turns into a mysterious journey filled with glowing carvings, cryptic warnings, and glimpses of a future they may not want to face. As the sled’s secrets unravel, the duo discovers Pine Hill is more than it seems—it's a gateway, anchoring the fragile balance of time itself. When the sled disappears, Mia and Ethan are left to solve the hill’s mysteries on their own. Guided by a guardian of time and a key to the hill’s power, they must work together to repair the anchor and protect their world. Perfect for readers ages 7–9, Sledding to the Future is a heartwarming and adventurous tale about friendship, courage, and the importance of taking responsibility for the unknown. Join Mia and Ethan as they navigate time, face challenges bigger than they ever imagined, and learn that even the smallest actions can shape the future.
Words begin to lose their meanings, flaking off into air like moths. Friendships cultivated over a lifetime fall apart in testing circumstances. What does the stranger with yellow eyes really want? From Far Around They Saw Us Burn is the eagerly awaited first short story collection from Alice Jolly, one of the most exciting and accomplished voices in British fiction today. The extraordinary range of work gathered here is united by a fascination with how everyday interactions can transform our lives in unpredictable ways. These are stories of lonely people, outcasts and misfits, and the ghosts that inhabit our intimate spaces. The result is a compelling, arresting and, at times, devastating collection – not least in the title story, which was inspired by the tragic true events of the 1943 Cavan orphanage fire. Written with an exemplary eye for detail and an intimate understanding of the complexities of human nature, Jolly's collection builds up towards the ultimate question: what is revealed of us when we peel away the surfaces, and is it enough?