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On December 16, 1947, two physicists at Bell Laboratories, John Bardeen and Walter Brattain, jabbed two electrodes into a sliver of germanium half an inch long. The electrical power coming out of that piece of germanium was 100 times stronger than what went in. In that moment, the transistor was invented and the information age began. Crystal Fire recounts the story of the transistor team at Bell Labs, led by William Shockley, who shared the Nobel Prize with Bardeen and Brattain.

What happens when a pregnant omega catches the eye of a dragon firefighter? Grayson loses everything in a blaze—except his life, thanks to Altair, a dragon shifter who should have left him behind. Now he's living with a flight of powerful dragons, and his nesting instincts are kicking in hard. He's transforming their cold, empty station into a warm home while fighting his attraction to the alpha who saved him. But with his baby due and an arsonist targeting their town, Grayson faces an impossible choice: safety in his old world, or love with the dragon who's never needed anyone—until ...

In the 1970s, while their contemporaries were protesting the computer as a tool of dehumanization and oppression, a motley collection of college dropouts, hippies, and electronics fanatics were engaged in something much more subversive. Obsessed with the idea of getting computer power into their own hands, they launched from their garages a hobbyist movement that grew into an industry, and ultimately a social and technological revolution.

In Strange Fire, bestselling author and pastor John MacArthur chronicles the unsavory history behind the modern Charismatic movement. What would God say about those who blatantly misrepresent His Holy Spirit; who exchange true worship for chaotic fits of mindless ecstasy; who replace the...

All ice dragon alpha Marin needs is an omega. Cut off from the inheritance that funds his group of dragon firefighters, he must fool his family into believing he’ll produce an heir—and a contract marriage is his master plan to set things right. But when his search for a fake mate results in an unexpected family reunion, Marin finds himself tangled up with his estranged brother’s protective best friend, the deliciously adorable thunder dragon omega Shen. Shen has always wished for a way he could help his friend heal from his traumatic upbringing, but this was not what he expected. In ...

A mute twelve-year-old girl, a former socialite, and a troubled blacksmith… When Francine’s husband is unexpectedly killed, she loses her wealth. A former socialite, she’s now alone and impoverished. She must find a way to make a living when she’s never worked in her entire life. When she collides with the new handsome blacksmith, her entire world changes. Twelve-year-old Esther witnessed a double murder. She’s been unable to speak since that painful day. Will she ever find the courage to speak again? Benjamin Jackson has been plagued with guilt since his wife was murdered. He ...

Before revival swept across England and before multitudes were shaken by the power of the Gospel, there stood a man whose soul burned with a fire that could not be extinguished. In this powerful original biographical work, Dr. Michael H. Yeager brings to life the story of John Wesley—his struggles, his awakening, his relentless preaching, and his God-given impact upon a nation. This book is written by Dr. Michael H. Yeager and is a faith-filled portrayal of Wesley’s life, message, and ministry. It is not a work written by John Wesley, but an original presentation based upon historical ...

WINNER OF THE MIDLAND AUTHORS AWARD FOR HISTORY LONGLISTED FOR THE ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE A NEW YORKER BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR The "illuminating" (New Yorker) story of the Great Chicago Fire: a raging inferno, a harrowing fight for survival, and the struggle for the...

Become the woman you’re meant to be. Too many women are running on empty, trying to hold everything together while quietly wondering where they slowly disappeared in the process. We get so busy meeting everyone else’s expectations and needs that we forget to ask what we really want, who we truly are, and what sets our souls on fire. Robin Goad knows what it’s like to lose yourself in the noise and the pressure.

When the Future of Your Pack Hangs in the Balance, How Far Would You Go to Protect It? In Birth of a New Dawn, Alpha David Knight faces an impossible choice: secure his territory for the impending birth of his pups or confront the otherworldly threat that seeks to destroy everything he's built. With his pregnant mate Sarita yearning for their new home and his sisters carrying the next generation of Renova Pack, time is running out. Deep in the snow-covered mountains, an ancient enemy stirs. The Aviree—hybrid beings wielding powers beyond this realm—have waited decades to reclaim their ...

The siege began on the third day of the fourth week. Commander Sorev's calculation is simple: the birth is the crisis. Hold position, wait for the founding fire to arrive into the world, and negotiate from the pressure of a newborn and an exhausted omega and a crown prince who has more to lose than he's ever had before. Sorev has underestimated Caelan's patience. He's also underestimated Idris. Fire and Marrow opens with an army on the perimeter and four weeks left. It ends with the passes clear and a peace treaty being ratified in a room three hundred miles away, with language that started...

The Ice Dragon is an enchanting tale of courage and sacrifice for listeners of all ages by the wildly popular author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Song of Ice and Fire series, George R.R. Martin. In the world of A Song of Ice and Fire, the ice dragon was a creature of legend and fear, for...

Firefighter Lorenzo has spent his life running into danger, but nothing scares him more than being the center of attention. That’s why he hates birthdays—no cake, no candles, no celebration. Just another shift at Station 12. But Amber has other plans. She’s determined to organize the firehouse fundraiser—on his birthday. Bold, infuriating, and impossible to ignore, she pushes her way into his carefully guarded world with her clipboard, her smile, and her stubborn refusal to back down. He’s grumpy. She’s sunshine. He says no. She says watch me. And when the sparks finally ignite,...

Nurture yourself and live your potential with this practical and accessible guide to your unique blend of fire, earth, air, and water from goop's resident psychological astrologer There are four elements—fire, earth, air, and water—that exist in nature and within us all. Knowing your...

Kill the Indian, Save the Man. That is the goal of the Dawes Commission, a federal agency. The Commission is charged with destroying the Muscogee-Creek Nation by allotting communally owned tribal lands to individual members. Forced assimilation is the zeitgeist of 1920s Oklahoma. SAM DAVIS is a handsome, roguish, half-breed. He brokers real estate between illiterate Creeks and land-hungry palefaces. Assimilation makes for good business. Oil strikes bring thousands of fortune-seeking whites to Tulsa. Sam's commissions soar against cascading reports of missing and murdered Creeks. When Sam is...

This explosive look into the dawn of chemical warfare during World War I is "a terrifying piece of history that almost no one knows" (Hampton Sides). In 1915, when German forces executed the first successful gas attack of World War I, the world watched in horror as the boundaries of warfare were...

Dive into the transformative power and enduring impact of one of the most pivotal events in Christian history with "Tongues of Fire: The Day of Pentecost and the Birth of the Church." In this compelling narrative, Rev. John Eugene Miller brings to life the day the Holy Spirit descended upon the early believers, igniting the flames of faith that would spread Christianity across the globe. This book meticulously explores each aspect of that historic day—from the miraculous signs of wind and fire to the apostles speaking in diverse tongues. Rev. Miller skillfully draws upon scripture to ...

Explains key astrological terms and concepts in an uncomplicated and easy-to-understand way, from the 4 Elements to the 12 Zodiac Signs to the Houses Shows how to read a birth chart step-by-step with the methods of psychological astrology, allowing you to quickly identify personality...

Once, peace between the Court of Dark and Light seemed possible. A treaty was signed, a new balance was agreed upon. But now it all may go up in flames. Queen Aurora and King Jarvok are refusing to end their battle. And with neither willing to surrender, their kingdoms are on the edge of destruction. Until a ghost from the past intervenes.

Always be prepared: essential tips and tricks for keeping safe and surviving in the outdoors. Whether you’re going for a leisurely hike or setting off into the wilderness, there is nothing more important than being properly prepared. Being knowledgeable about survival techniques can be the...