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In the underground world of crime, Jet Rusco clashes with gangsters and space thugs. He’s a man who lives on the edge, turned to hustling to survive. A heist gone bad centering on alien tech leads him on a dodgy adventure, forces him to find allies. Who can he trust? Rough-boy Marty, headstrong Deidra, the tech-savvy TK, the kickbutt Wren? Wracked with self doubts and with bounty hunters on his tail, Rusco finds his choices bringing him face to face with a mystical despot who if left unchecked, will subjugate the human-populated free colonies. The question is, can Rusco outwit his enemies...

An alien conspiracy to enslave the human-populated planets... Two merc rivals out for each other’s blood... A military pilot locked in strange symbiosis with an alien Zikri… A simple mission to The Dim Zone to collect alien plant samples ends in disaster. Why would CEO Mathias of Cyber Corp on Phallanor finance such a mission? Mercenary Yul Vrean and badass space rogue Regers find out…the hard way. Deadly space battles, bio-mechanical fusion, killer aliens...a touch of the bizarre and fantastic…a rare feast to intrigue fans of Alien and The Matrix... Books contained in this series: ...

Vetravincus, sword for hire, finds himself fighting for his life against wizards and dragons across the lands of Umbria and Lvendar. In the lawless town of Dragonskull, brigands want to kill him—he just wants to fence a jewel. But such missions are things of the past after he befriends a persecuted half Thrule who claims to know where a lost treasure is and a gifted swordstress eager for plunder. From the desert oasis of Dragonskull to the priest-haunted gullies of Gyzia, Vetravincus battles demons, dragons, sorcerers and tyrants in his quest to uphold justice in a lawless world. Tombs of...

There has been an underlying darkness controlling humanity since time began. Often described as the "missing piece in the puzzle" by David Icke, or the "invisible darkness" by Ellis Taylor, the reptilians are shadow beings in the dark, waging war upon humans from the space between dimensions. One of the most taboo subjects in the media world is the existence of the reptilians. Researchers now reveal the presence of a supreme and nefarious inter-dimensional intelligence that has been manipulating mankind for centuries.

In one memorable The Simpsons moment, Homer laughs hysterically at a standup comic, pausing only to gasp, "It's true, we're so lame!" In a sense, that is author Chris Turner's main thesis: Over the last 15 years, The Simpsons has chronicled the absurdities and the defining events of an increasingly confusing culture.

United for Victory is a call for men to unite and fight to know Jesus and live like Jesus. Prepare to be challenged and encouraged by 42 real men of God, including Tua Tagovailoa, Dave Ramsey, Craig Groeschel, and many more as they share personal stories and communicate timeless truths from God’s word.

Sword and Sorcery bonanza! 900 pages of adventure. "Another great sword and sorcery novel by author Chris Turner. Lizard Men, giant snake, and a fast paced story that will leave you trying to catch your breath. Strong characters and monsters aplenty. A must read for fans of Robert E. Howard." - kindle reviewer ★★★★★ Saeth. A word barely kept lingering on the tongue of even the bravest warrior. The name of an age darkest to humankind. An age of sorcerers and far-flung magic. In the shadowy land of Darfala, refuge is scarce, terrors many. A cave carved into the side of the mountain ...

Sword and Sorcery bonanza! For all Conan enthusiasts : the dark exploration which picks up where the film “Conan the Barbarian” left off. The larger-than-life Cimmerian hero and Subotai the Hyrkanian archer engage in a daring adventure. After the death of the sorcerer Thulsa Doom, Conan and Subotai flee north through the Ophirean highlands. A cave carved into the side of the mountain . . . a respite from a wicked storm? No, a sight to chill the blood. But can the Cimmerian turn and flee? No. It is not his calling. To let such sinister injustice prevail, as it has for so many long years,...

In a world of bandits, rogues, and wizards, a relic hunter struggles to rid himself of an ancient curse... Foraging in an ancient tomb, Risgan discovers a fabulous gem. Both a blessing and a curse. Ignoring the mysterious taint around the jewel, he keeps it close to his person...to disastrous effect. An unforeseen scandal sends him far from his homeland, raising clubs against the baron’s men, spell-casters, thieves and opportunists. Are the few allies he can muster enough to counter the taint that is now upon him? Enemies lurk in the shadows, seeking his rare talismans. Such schemers, ...

In the tumultuous land of Jorothuam, a catastrophic rebellion has toppled the once-mighty gods, leaving shattered realms and blood-soaked earth in their wake. The Titans—betrayed and enslaved—have risen against their divine captors, igniting a conflict that tears through the fabric of heaven and earth. As warlords and fallen deities vie for dominance in this newly chaotic world, a vengeful warrior and an enraged god emerge, entwined by a prophecy shrouded in darkness—one that threatens to unmake existence itself. Caught in a relentless struggle for power, they must navigate a brutal ...

In the far future, a band of unlikely heroes fight against an alien invasion. Miko, a NAVO pilot, is waylaid by Zikri pirates. Space mercenaries Yul and Regers are contracted by Cyber Corp to secure alien plant samples from a faraway world. Star, a young street hustler, is taken under the wing of Miko. All are embroiled in an alien war. For fans of Alien and Predator… Other books in the series FRONTIER THE DIM ZONE AUDRA THE TIMELOST XARES

They took away our history. But they can't steal our souls. I’m Ellan Weis, a teen kickboxer. Something happens to me, where I can sense disaster. Before it happens. I live in a world where everyone has a com chip in their wrist...where the only truth of the past cataclysm lies in the darkweb. The schools are rough, bullies walk the halls, gangs work the streets. My mother’s a key player in rolling out the new haloband, a smart-VR headgear technology at Starcom. My brother’s a hacker working at the same company. Something is wrong with our society, something we haven’t be told, and ...

They took away our history. But they can’t steal our souls. I'm Ellan Weis, a teen kickboxer. Something happens to me, where I can sense disaster. Before it happens. I live in a world where everyone has a com chip in their wrist...where the only truth of the past cataclysm lies in darkweb. The schools are rough, bullies walk the halls, gangs work the streets. My mother’s a key player in rolling out the new haloband, a smart-VR headgear technology at Starcom. My brother’s a hacker working at the same company. A conspiracy is among us. Something to do with the haloband. My family is in ...

Best-selling author Chris Turner brings listeners onto the streets of Fort McMurray, showing the myriad ways the oil sands of Alberta impact our lives and demanding that we ask the question: To both fuel the world and to save it, what do we do about the Patch? This is no conventional story about the oil business. Rather, it is a portrait of the life cycle of the Patch, showing just how deeply it continues to impact the lives of everyone around the world.

WINNER OF THE SHAUGHNESSY COHEN PRIZE FOR POLITICAL WRITING From the National Business Book Award winner and GG finalist, a very different book about facing the climate crisis, and what awaits us on the other side. Chris Turner has reported from the places where the sustainable future first...

From the casinos of the wild west frontier-town Tylas to the dark reaches of the Muridon Belt, space rebel Jet Rusco and his misfit crew find trouble around every corner. Gangster Sharki is on their tail. Old enemies from Rusco’s past have finally caught up with him. The discovery of an ancient treasure sparks the beginnings of an all-out war in the Vala System. Can Rusco outwit his enemies and make peace with the tumultuous past? The fate of the solar system hinges on the part he plays… A gritty odyssey to faraway worlds... Other books in the Starship Rogue series: Star Runaway Star ...

Teen stowaway. Ship battles. Treachery. Carnival musician Kip Rees gets mixed up in a caper over his head...A mysterious figure has offered him riches to deliver a package to a faraway world. Yet powerful people would as soon see Kip and his new friends dead than fulfill his mission. Can he stay alive long enough to unlock the mystery of why he was chosen as delivery boy? From the grimy holds of space freighters to the majestic Temple of the Moon, Kip goes from young dreamer to hardened defender. An epic ride through far future worlds... Other books in the Starship Rogue series: Star ...

Gangs. Gladiators. Dark magic. 122 AD. A rebellious teen makes his mark in the streets of Roman Londinium. Icarus, the son of a Roman merchant, has risen to co-leader of The Clubs, an underground street gang. Vigilantes or vandals? Are they fighting the oppression of the Roman aristocracy, or are they just street hoods? The prefect and governor of Londinium want their heads on spits! Icarus and his four gang toughies suffer from rivalries that propel the youngblood into the sinister clutch of dark magic. The malice of a ruthless moneylender brings the full force of Roman justice upon his ...

The flashpoint topic of energy conservation and protection is shared around the world. In Reimagining Fire, environmentally conscientious writers, poets, and artists share their perspectives about our world’s impending energy transition. To envision this transition, editor Eveline Kolijn connected these artists and writers with a network of experts from the Canadian Energy Futures Lab, along with representatives from towns, rural communities, and First Nations.

Chris and Corey sit down with inspirational individuals to find out what motivates, challenges, and to just get to know them a bit better. Each episode also spotlights a vibrant venue. Meaning that this podcast is recoded remotely, so the ambient sounds that surround us during recording are highlighted to encourage the listener to feel as if they are sitting down with Corey, Chris, and the Local Legend in the Legendary Locale.