Drama Impact

Discover the untold stories and hidden histories of the Columbia River, one of North America's most influential waterways. From its geological beginnings to its current role as a symbol of connection and conflict, this book will take you on a powerful journey through the past, present, and future of the Columbia. Uncover the natural wonders and forces that shaped the Columbia River Basin, including Ice Age floods and volcanic activity. Learn about the indigenous cultures that have lived in harmony with the river for thousands of years, and the impact of European colonization. Follow the ...

Vince Walker is looking forward to the beginning of the summer and a visit from his son Cy. But while picking up his son at the Indianapolis airport, the country is thrust into nuclear warfare with the detonation of multiple EMPs.

First Dawn of Ash: The Impact The countdown has begun. Humanity has one year before a meteor the size of a mountain collides with Earth. In South Florida, Joe Alvarez, a nuclear reactor engineer at Turkey point nuclear plant and lifelong doomsday prepper, finally sees his worst fears confirmed. With his girl Valery at his side, he begins marshaling food, weapons, and escape plans that may be their only hope of survival. As denial gives way to panic, and panic to chaos, each must decide: trust the leaders who promise salvation, or risk everything on their own fragile plans.

This program is read by a full cast of Stacy Gonzalez, Jonathan Gregg, and Jessica Pimentel, best known for her role on Orange Is the New Black. "The book is clever and original, but what’s more, Jessica Pimentel, a star of Orange Is the New Black, reads Anita as if she’s in a fever dream...

Four airplanes crashed; thousands of people died; and millions more wept. The impact of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, sent shock waves around the world.

Understand your childhood, reclaim your power and create a future free from the patterns of the past. Break free from the patterns of emotionally immature parenting. If you’ve ever felt unseen, like you weren’t good enough, or that your struggles don’t quite fit into books about childhood...

Fate doesn’t knock. It kicks the door in. In 'FLIPSIDE OF FATE,' T.J. Hannon returns to deliver a page-turning collection of twist-driven short stories where ordinary lives collide with unexpected consequences. A faithful puppy waits 70 human years at Rainbow Bridge. A dream draws an over-the-hill rock star back to his hometown and to the only woman he ever loved. A nursing home’s carefully guarded image begins to crack. Humor shines through the antics of a genie with an attitude, a snowman, a fading fashion icon, and a struggling author. Travel back to the Old West and witness a ...

In Douglas Preston's Impact, Wyman Ford is tapped for a secret expedition to Cambodia... to locate the source of strangely beautiful gemstones that do not appear to be of this world. A brilliant meteor lights up the Maine coast... and two young women borrow a boat and set out for a distant...

A man on the run, a woman on the line, and a train coming fast... The most wanted man in Britain jumps from a train in Northern France. Still fresh to a life on the run, James Stone can't risk being caught. Not until his name is clear. A young woman wakes on the tracks, unable to move, with no idea why she is there. The train is fast approaching, and the impact will be devastating. Impact is the fifth book in the James Stone thriller series, and sees journalist-turned-fugitive, James Stone on the run in Northern France. A suspected suicide might just be the thing to bring him back from the ...

Manthara’s Dark Counsel: How One Woman Changed the Fate of an Empire explores the pivotal role of one woman in shaping the fate of an empire. Set against the backdrop of the ancient epic of the Ramayana, this book reveals the intricate dynamics behind the political and emotional turbulence of Ayodhya and the royal family. At the heart of this compelling narrative is Manthara, a lowly maidservant whose ambition, cunning, and manipulation sparked a tragedy that would echo through the ages. In the court of King Dasharatha, Ayodhya is a kingdom of prosperity, peace, and happiness. However, ...

It really is the four horsemen of the apocalypse, Death, Famine, War, and Conquest. Things a seventeen-year-old boy shouldn’t have to deal with. In those most infamous words, mistakes were made. It wasn’t supposed to happen. The asteroid was supposed to miss. Running for their lives, Ryan Conrad and Kelsey Morgan, race to escape the impact of a super asteroid and the apocalyptic world it left behind. Fighting to survive the aftershocks. The earthquake to end all earthquakes, the largest tsunami in human history, and worst of all, the EMP and loss of civilization.

Bailey is 28 years old. She's single, she's bisexual, and after stumbling into the wrong club on the right Friday night, she thinks she might be kinky too. Immediately entranced by the sights around her—including the gorgeous and commanding Domme, Isabelle—Bailey wonders if there's a side of life she's been missing.

Tom Keeler finds himself in the town of Promise, Indiana. He just needs to drop off a package, then he can get back to the Florida sunshine. But nothing’s ever that simple. The package gets stolen, things get complicated. Linda Cartwright’s a happily married woman, and then someone tried to...

In “Impact,” Ell’s been taken off the “Most Wanted” list and is resuming somewhat of a normal life. Her old friend Phil Zabrisk is on his way to Mars. One of her exploration rockets is about to land on an earthlike world. Then an enormous comet crashes into Tau Ceti three, threatening the lives of the teecees there. Aliens that Ell and others have come to think of as friends. Phil falls on Mars, breaking his hip in a fashion that needs surgery soon if he’s not to be crippled.

Step into the captivating world of Middle Eastern theatre with a groundbreaking new eBook: "The Evolution of Middle Eastern Theatre." This comprehensive exploration delves into the rich history, diverse cultural practices, and fascinating development of theatrical arts in the Middle East – a region brimming with stories waiting to be told. Journey with us back in time to uncover the origins of Middle Eastern theatre, from ancient rituals and their influence on theatrical forms to the birth of Islamic theatre. Delight in the splendor of the Golden Age of Persian literature and drama, and ...

Join creators, writers, and comics legends as they discuss the impact of Marvel Studios’ Black Panther in this wonderful collection of essays Marvel Studios’ Black Panther has become more than just a movie—it has shaped conversations about art, culture, science fiction, representation...

A historical fiction book set in California during the Gold Rush of 1848. Embark on a thrilling adventure in "Gold and Grit," where dreams of fortune meet the harsh realities of the untamed West. Follow a young man's desperate search for meaning as he joins his friend Malcolm on an exhilarating journey from Oregon to California, responding to the euphoric whispers of gold discovered in the fertile Sacramento Valley. As excitement grows and the stakes rise, the duo quickly learns that the path to striking it rich is fraught with peril and unpredictable twists at every turn. As they navigate ...

When you speak do others listen? Does your message land? Do people act upon your words? In business and in life, great communication is the key to getting exceptional results. If you want to be more persuasive, have more gravitas, and build better relationships this audiobook will show you how. Starting his career as an actor, author Dominic Colenso starred alongside some of the UK's most famous performers. He now works with businesses around the world, helping individuals and teams take centre stage and deliver outstanding performances.

A Short History of Nearly Everything meets Astrophysics for People in a Hurry in this humorous, accessible exploration of how meteorites have helped not only build our planet but steered the evolution of life and human culture. The Solar System. Dinosaurs. Donkey Kong. What is the missing link?...

A compelling OMG love story, The Love of My Life is a bold, mysterious romance from Rosie Walsh, author of The Man Who Didn't Call. 'Dazzling' - Lisa Jewell, author of The Family Upstairs I have held you every night for ten years and I didn’t even know your name. We have a child together. A...