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Abel Wilder, werewolf alpha, has gone missing, leaving his mate and the pack in a panic. His captor magicked his scent out of the sanctuary so that his mate can't track him down. Only one witch can cast a spell that powerful. James Faulkner has finally crossed a line that Elise Kavanagh can't ignore.

With rival factions in orbit around Shadow Planet, the obvious threat was one another. When the defenses of an ancient alien outpost activate, trapping everyone in the star system, it becomes clear that there was more to worry about beneath the planet’s surface than in orbit around it. As Hiroko plays peacemaker to three rival fleets, Cedric and Kane lead an effort to shut down the power source keeping the system-wide energy field operational.

When a survey team unearths buildings on prospective mining planet, at first, it’s hailed as an archeological jackpot. But the ancient structures are more advanced than anyone’s seen. And the hedge against technology is a wizard. Cedric and Hiroko lead a team to study the mysterious underground facility from a lost age. And when they discover the alien caretaker, he’s none too happy that primitives have infested his home.

My name is Chrystal Dylan, and I was born with the worst superpower ever, a lightning rod for supernatural energy that attracts vampires like catnip to feed from. Nothing like being an all-you-can-eat buffet, until one decided to “save” me from that fate by triggering my transition into the very thing killing me.

Embark on a transformative journey from unwavering atheism to a deeply profound connection with 'The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.' Dive into this candid journey, where the author unravels the intricate tapestry of doubt, reflection, and eventual transformation, dismantling long-held convictions and sculpting a renewed worldview. As a rigorous to evidence-based logic, the author viewed the universe through a lens of scientific rationality, attributing occurrences that believers might label 'miracles' to mere statistical probabilities.

In Persuasive Apologetics, pastor and professor Jeffrey M. Robinson explores what's below the surface of intellectual-sounding objections to Christianity. He shows what it means to contend for the truth through real-life examples of communicating with those who hold differing beliefs.

Black Ice. It is a substance of magic mined from the earth, an Enhancement of the senses, and a diversion for the aristocracy who consume it. To Arythan Crow, “Dark Wizard of Cerborath,” it is nothing more than a black crystal, and his role is to harvest and purify it. But when this crystal becomes the object of attacks, a kidnapping, and the near demise of the prince, he has to wonder what more is to be learned of this Enhancement.

A tracker named Hawkwing and a former bandit known as the White Demon try to evade a clandestine organization known as the Seroko. “The Hawk’s Shadow” tells their tale and leads into the Black Earth trilogy.

What would you do? What would you do if the woman you love, the woman you just made love to, the woman who trusts no one with her secret, just told you her deepest darkest secret? A secret full of demons, a secret that would be anyone else's nightmare. One that never in a million years would you have guessed. Now, what would you do if you came face to face with that nightmare, the demons, the devil himself? What would you do to protect the woman you never expected to take such a hold of your heart? What would you do?

A podcast for celebration, commiseration, and support through grad school for the students who are living it (or want to). Join Elana Gloger, a full-time 4th year doctoral student and part-time human, as she chats with fellow grad students about their professional and personal experiences, without taking either too seriously. Episodes include conversations about students' Day in the Life, conversations about Diverse Identities and Racism in Academia, and themed episodes (like, Mental Health in Grad School or Resources for Efficiency). As grad students, we all love what we do, struggle with ...

Never having a family to call his own, Toby Mitchell grew up alone. Given away as a young child, he knew he would never be loved. He was a child caught up in the foster system, always being shuffled from one home to the next. He had no family. That is, until he was old enough to join the Marines. He finally found his family. While on a mission in Afghanistan, he sustained a job-ending injury that forced him out of the only family he knew.

She was his butterfly, a chance encounter. Little did they know just how much they shared with each other. Emmy had lost not only her parents in a tragic accident but the treasured gift that her father gave to her on her 20th birthday. She was good at her job but wanted more. She wanted to follow in her father’s footsteps and was out to show the world that she could. Delaney Madison was expected to follow in his father’s footsteps as a renowned cardiologist. But when his best friend dies, it changes his purpose in life.

Follow the continuing adventure of the Lyssa and the Sykes family while the Psion AIs set their sights on Vesta.

Honey Badger is angry because Honey Badger is hungry. In The Very Hungry Honey Badger, you’ll witness the angriest mammal in the animal kingdom get into several fights as he searches for food. From scaring off buffalo to battling cobras, Honey Badger will show you he does not mess around when his stomach’s grumbling. Someone get him food, pronto!

In the sleepy coastal Maine town of Penhallow, a stranger dies on a train, drawing historical society director Rachel Tinker and curmudgeonly retired professor Griffin Tate into a spider’s web of archaeological obsession and greed. It’s up to Rachel to solve a mystery that includes two more murders if she wants to unlock the soft heart that beats under Griffin’s hard crust.

Isobel Stonecrow's life has an expiration date: One month, two weeks, four days, and six hours remaining. When she signed a contract giving her soul and memories to a demon named Ander, she didn't expect that she would ever have to face termination. But now Ander is dead and she'll be following suit if she can't find a way to dissolve the deal. Too bad she can't remember anything from the time before she signed the contract.

Nothing is at all what it seems, and for four strangers, they'll have to discover why before they're driven over the edge of madness. Within them are the keys to free themselves. They'll need to traverse a landscape of horrors and fettered secrets. Unknown to these prisoners, another four desperately hunt for their own freedom - a freedom denied them by the tormenting existence of a monster. They will have to rely on all of their talents and each other to defeat the beast.

Serial Killers - Philosophy for Everyone investigates our profound interest in mass murderers. Exploring existential, ethical, and political questions through an examination of real and fictional serial killers, philosophy comes alive here via an exploration of grisly death.  

As a child, I was banished from the magical island of Elysium, sent to the mortal realm, for a mistake I didn’t make… Twelve years later, my once-best friend, werewolf prince Luca Ferrar, has been sent to bring me home. Elysium’s Oracle claims he’s my fated mate, and that together we are destined to stop the Darkness consuming Elysium. I can’t forgive Luca for not coming for me all those years ago. I can’t forgive my people for banishing me. And most importantly, I cannot fall in love with my sexy-as-sin fated mate.

Your First Leadership Job is divided into two sections. Part One introduces the concept of catalyst leader - one who sparks energy, passion, and commitment in others. Your transition to catalyst leader is a major step in your leadership journey. This book provides essential tips to put you on the catalyst path. Part Two devotes 13 chapters to critical core leadership competencies, including coaching for success, hiring the best employees, and turning dreaded appraisals into discussions that propel performance. It also includes a chapter for first-time female leaders.