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It is the distant future. The world known as Virga is a fullerene balloon three thousand kilometers in diameter, filled with air, water, and aimlessly floating chunks of rock. The humans who live in this vast environment must build their own fusion suns and "towns" that are in the shape of enormous wood and rope wheels that are spun for gravity. Young, fit, bitter, and friendless, Hayden Griffin is a very dangerous man. He's come to the city of Rush in the nation of Slipstream with one thing in mind: to take murderous revenge for the deaths of his parents six years ago.

This nationally best-selling novel from Pulitzer Prize-winner Jeffrey Eugenides was adapted into an acclaimed film by Academy Award-winner Sofia Coppola. A haunting yet wickedly funny tale, The Virgin Suicides has captivated countless readers with its intoxicating portrait of lost innocence. A brilliant fusion of dark humor and tragedy, it is an atmospheric, allegorical masterpiece about five oppressed, suicidal sisters and the boys who dream of rescuing them.

From the author of The Secret Knowledge of Water and Atlas of a Lost World comes a deeply felt essay collection focusing upon a vivid series of desert icons - a sheet of virga over Monument Valley, white seashells in dry desert sand, boulders impossibly balanced. Craig Childs delves into the primacy of the land and the profound nature of the more-than-human.

Venera Fanning was last seen falling into nothingness at the end of Sun of Suns. Now, in Queen of Candesce, Venera finds herself plunging through the air among the artificial worlds of Virga, far from home and her husband, who may or may not be alive. Landing in the ancient nation of Spyre, Venera encounters new enemies and new friends (or at least convenient allies). She must quickly learn who she can trust, and who she can manipulate in order to survive.

Chaison Fanning, the admiral of a fleet of warships, has been captured and imprisoned by his enemies, but is suddenly rescued and set free. He flees through the sky to his home city to confront the ruler who betrayed him. And perhaps even to regain his lovely, powerful, and subversive wife, Venera, who he has not seen since she fled with the key to the artificial sun at the center of Virga, Candesce.

Ariston Dago is a sentry - a protector for his people. He watches the waters of his territory, keeping his god and his race safe both above and below the murky depths around Venice, Italy. When he's compelled to save a human that falls from a transport, his life is forever changed, because the human he saves, Teagan Moss, is his mate - the first human to ever mate a Dagonite.

In an ocean of weightless air where sunlight has never been seen, only the running lights of the city of Pacquaea glitter in the dark. One woman, Leal Hieronyma Maspeth, lives and dreams of love among the gaslit streets and cafés. And somewhere in the abyss of wind and twisted cloud through which Pacquaea eternally falls, a great voice has begun speaking. As its cold words reach from space to the city walls—and as outlying towns and travelers' ships start to mysteriously disappear—only Leal has the courage to try to understand the message thundering from the distance.

In this eye-opening episode, Gerard Virga sits down with seasoned criminal defense attorney Rusty Shepard to explore the dangerous intersection where criminal law collides with family court. With over 21 years of experience, Rusty reveals how domestic violence allegations can destroy custody cases, the devastating impact of false accusations, and why you should never speak to police without legal representation.Discover the critical strategies for defending against allegations that span both criminal and family law, learn about the varying burdens of proof in different courts, and understand ...

The Florida Family Law Attorney Podcast, hosted by Gerard Virga, founding attorney of The Virga Law Firm, takes you deep into the world of Florida family law. With over two decades of experience, Gerard brings his experience and compassion to your most pressing family law questions and topics. Each episode features insightful discussions with distinguished guests - from attorneys, mediators, financial experts, mental health professionals, coaches, etc. - offering diverse perspectives on divorce, custody, alimony, and other critical family law matters. Whether you're a legal professional, going...

In The Soul of All Living Creatures, Virga draws from his decades in veterinary practice to reveal how we can enrich our own appreciation of life, enhance our character, nurture our relationships, and deepen our grasp of spirituality. Virga discerningly illuminates basic traits shared by both humans and animals and makes animal behavior meaningful, relevant, and easy to understand.

Tory Brennan, niece of acclaimed forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan (of the Bones novels and hit TV show), is the leader of a ragtag band of teenage "sci-philes" who live on a secluded island off the coast of South Carolina. When the group rescues a dog caged for medical testing on a nearby island, they are exposed to an experimental strain of canine parvovirus that changes their lives forever.

Ever Montrose is a witch without a coven. Spooky and different than those around her, her magic takes darker turns, and deeper root, leading her to a solitary existence, both magically and physically. Toss in the fact that she’s unfinished, not perfect, something her peers love to remind her of, and her isolation is palpable. The women she grew up with won't bond with her, not when she isn’t as gleaming and perfect as they are.

The Wand(HER)wild™ Podcast with Monica Virga Alborno, founder of Wanderwild Family Retreats™, is a show for modern mothers interested in connection, conscious living, and embracing a wild essence. Through personal storytelling and relatable conversations, Monica invites listeners into a journey of self-development, mindful parenting, and intentional living. Each episode explores themes like nature-based living, mindful family travel, seasonal rhythms, mother-child synergy, and sacred rituals—offering practical tools, intuitive wisdom, and embodied guidance. Whether you're feeling lost, ...

The place where we discuss all things wellness, wisdom and warfare. New episodes are released every Monday.

Patres des Dominikanerklosters St. Paulus in Berlin beten den Rosenkranz und erläutern dessen Geheimnisse. Die Gebete und kurzen Betrachtungen werden abgelöst durch Rosenkranzhymnen und Choräle, gesungen von der Choralschola Ensemble Virga Strata, Berlin.