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Ryo is one of the Thranx, a race of social arthropods. From his larval years to now, his life has been normal, though his love of learning and insatiable curiosity set him apart. He has settled into his work as an agriculture specialist and is premated to a lovely female. Yet Ryo still feels something is missing from his life, and when he heroically defends his colony from the Thranx's reptilian nemesis, Ryo gets a taste of excitement that's hard to forget.

Martin Stillwater has a vivid imagination. It charms his loving wife, delights his two little daughters, and gives him all the inspiration he needs to write his highly successful mystery novels. But maybe Martinâ€s imagination is a bit too vivid… One rainy afternoon, a terrifying...

Pete the Cat loves to play hide-and-seek! When his friends hide, Pete covers his eyes and counts to 10. He opens them and just knows he will find them soon. But finding his friends may be harder than Pete thought. Are they behind a tree or on a bus? Or will Pete give up? Find out how Pete learns...

As a result of playing in close to 3,000 tournaments, I have developed my own strategies, style, and game. And the more you are involved in, the more you will develop your own style. I have found that after you do develop your style and strategy, you will agree that one of the most critical aspects of success, is discipline. For years, I have finished at the final table over forty-six percent of the time. And “In the money,” Thirty-nine percent of those tournaments. As you glean information from playing a lot of tournaments, I believe the insight in this book will help you keep your eye...

Once there was a girl who ran away and joined a traveling carnival. She married a man she grew to hate - and gave birth to a child she could never love. A child so monstrous that she killed it with her own hands.… Twenty-five years later, Ellen Harper has a new life, a new husband, and two normal children - Joey loves monster movies, and Amy is about to graduate from high school. But their mother drowns her secret guilt in alcohol and prayer.

Finalist for the PEN/Jacqueline Bograd Weld Award for Biography *“We see through this book the immense power of language…to change the minds of lawmakers and tourists alike.” —The New York Times Book Review *“A poignant portrait of an era when mere words could change the world.”...

If our memories make us who we are, who is a man without any? Nameless has only a gun, missions from a shadowy agency, and one dead aim: dispense justice when the law fails. As he moves from town to town, driven by splintered visions of the past and future, he's headed toward the ultimate confrontation in this propulsive series of short thrillers by number one New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz.

Emmie's spring break just started. Her idyllic getaway by the ocean is everything she dreamed of. Solitude. Friends. Sunshine. A chance to get away from her psychic past. But things take a chilling turn when she’s confronted by the ghost of a murdered girl. As the restless spirit haunts her every step, Emmie soon realizes that delving into the past is attracting unwelcome attention. A mysterious presence stalks her, their intentions sinister and unknown. The darkness within Shine House is suffocating, and Emmie is holding the last candle for the family that was brutally slain there.

For millennia, the Weave, an alliance of species, have fought to resist the telepathic Amplitur, who strive to unite all self-aware life-forms in their great "Purpose." The Weave is slowly losing ground, but for both sides, warfare focuses more on outthinking and outmaneuvering your foe than destruction. In fact, most regard violence as hideously barbaric, and even the thought of harming another sentient being is beyond imagining.

Stories of Our Great Need for God’s Great Power. From the pastor of The Brooklyn Tabernacle and the author of the bestselling book Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire—this book shows what happens when the Spirit of God moves in our midst. He longs to reveal the mind of God to us and release heaven’s...

The Complete EPA 608 Certification Study Guide: Your All-In-One Course With Over 1,000 Practice Questions & Answers Are you ready to pass the EPA 608 Certification exam with confidence? This all-in-one study guide is the ultimate resource for HVACR technicians looking to master EPA regulations, refrigerant handling, and industry best practices. Covering Core, Type I, Type II, and Type III certifications, this book simplifies complex topics with clear explanations, real-world examples, and over 1,000 practice questions and answers designed to reinforce your knowledge.

Behind a wall of amnesia, he can’t remember anything. Maybe he can’t bear to. Nameless knows only the mission: Directed by the mysterious Ace of Diamonds, he travels the country, turning predators into prey. But the pain in his past can’t hold him back when dark visions of the future lead him toward his greatest test yet. Nameless is closing in on a revelatory endgame in this collection of short thrillers from #1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz.

In the autumn of 1777, near Saratoga, New York, an inexperienced and improvised American army led by General Horatio Gates faced off against the highly trained British and German forces led by General John Burgoyne. The British strategy in confronting the Americans in upstate New York was to separate rebellious New England from the other colonies.

Joey Shannon, an alcoholic whose life has been going nowhere for 20 years, returns to his hometown for the funeral of his father. As he leaves town, he gets a mysterious second chance to relive the night in 1975 when his life began its downward spiral: to both literally and figuratively take the road that he didn't originally take. On this road he is supremely tested by conflict with his successful and charismatic older brother P.J., by conflict between his cynicism and his lost faith, and by conflict between the ultimate good and evil.

Although he was once the promising young CEO of a successful corporation, Lucas abandoned everything he knew and retreated from both the real world and his demanding life following a horrific accident. In order to cope with tragic loss, he began spending his time in virtual reality, lazing about in the sun, and living a carefree life. When he learns that his escapist paradise is being threatened and is about to disappear, however, Lucas is once again forced to take action and do what he does best: take charge.

How To Access The "More" God Has Planned For You. A comfortable, secure life won't produce the satisfaction we long for...how could we feel fulfilled by missing out on the life God has for us? Whether or not life seems good right now, Jim Cymbala believes that God has more in store for you. In...

After accidentally discovering the possible existence of a second Guardian book, Lusam and his party are remorselessly hunted high into the Elveen mountains by the Empire agents, who are intent on killing or capturing them. What they discover there may very well change the balance of power in their favor against the Thule Empire. But their discovery will count for nothing if they cannot reach Lamuria in time to try and stop the massive invasion force sent by Lord Zelroth.

Whether you're a complete novice or you've "tried it before," veteran meditation teacher Dean Sluyter's relaxed, down-to-earth approach will help you test-drive a variety of meditative techniques, such as breath, sound, the senses, the sky, and the simple sense of "I" and discover which ones fit you best. You'll discover that the key to meditation is effortlessness and find all the practical tips you need for adapting these methods to your own life,as you live it, even for a few minutes a day.

In Servant Leadership Made Simple, leadership coach Dean Gemberling lays out a 7-step framework that turns “managers” into leaders people would follow, even if they didn’t have to. No yelling. No faking. No micromanaging. Just a proven way to lead with strength, earn loyalty, and inspire real ownership from your team.

As featured in Women's Health Magazine Ready to feel sexier, bolder, and more confident—tonight? This modern, unapologetic guide is for every woman who’s tired of second-guessing herself in the bedroom and is ready to take control of her pleasure, her body, and her sex life. Whether you’re in a relationship or flying solo, this book will teach you how to: Boost your sexual confidence (and keep it turned all the way up) Give your man unforgettable pleasure—with real techniques that actually work Explore dirty talk, sex toys, and adventurous positions with total confidence Stop faking...