At first, only a few things are known about the celestial object that has arrived in the galaxy and has been dubbed Rama by the astronomers observing it. It is a huge cylindrical object, weighing more than ten trillion tons. And it is hurtling through the solar system at inconceivable speed. Then a space probe confirms the unthinkable: Rama is no natural object. It is, incredibly, an interstellar spacecraft.Space explorers and planet-bound scientists alike prepare for mankind's fir...

In the realm of Avenlore, taste is truth, and culinary alchemy is the very lifeblood of the kingdom. Here, a simmering pot can summon a summer storm and a pinch of spice can rewrite a king’s decree. Orin Draeke, a young chef cast out from the Royal Academy, finds his dreams of culinary greatness soured. Toiling in a tavern kitchen, he masks his disappointment with biting wit and a dedication to perfecting even the humblest dish. But his ambition still smolders, a hidden ember waiting for a...

A chill deeper than the encroaching winter descends upon the clan of the Whispering Hills as Samhain approaches, the veil between worlds thinning in the heart of Iron Age Ireland. Druidess Brigid, her auburn hair mirroring the turning leaves, is plagued by visions—not the usual murmurs of ancestors, but a sinister premonition of a creeping darkness. Villagers vanish like notes stolen from a familiar song, their silence a chilling counterpoint to the vibrant tapestry of rural life. Fear, ta...

When humanity ventures off earth, they assumed they were the galaxy's only colonizers. The farthest outposts would soon discover they were wrong. After moving from the mountains of Idaho to the depths of space, Mike Crider finds himself in the center of the action. From guerrilla battles through the wilderness of Forest, to the struggle to establish an intergalactic government, to the First Galactic War, the Crider family paves the way for a new galaxy.

In the vibrant heart of Recife, Brazil, where the rhythm of samba drums mingles with the scent of jasmine and the sea, a hidden market whispers promises of fulfilled desires. The Market of Endless Bargains isn't bound by brick and mortar; it shimmers in the liminal spaces between dream and reality, appearing only when the veil between worlds thins—during humid twilight hours, within the joyous chaos of Carnaval, or in the hushed reverence of an ancient cathedral.Ana Lucia Santos, a...

"Gentry's appealing heroine, who gets ample opportunity to display her resourcefulness and fortitude, and the intriguing milieu in which she operates, should ensure both a warm reception and a speedy encore."— Publishers WeeklyAnsel Phoenix draws dinosaurs for magazines, books, and museum displays. But one morning, digging with students out in the field, she unearths the body of colleague and ex-lover Nick Capos. Shocked and grieved over the murder, and no...

Leisure Arts Urban Hats Made With The Knook Knit eBook- With the Knook, you can now knit with a crochet hook. The Knook is a specialized crochet hook that creates true knitted fabric, while the attached cord completely prevents dropped stitches. Create 7 modern hat designs with a variety of Knooked knit stitches. Designs include: 2-stitch cable. 4-stitch cable, chevron lace, circles, easy lace, sideways garter and tassel hat. Projects call for size 4 worsted weight yarn and Knooks in US cr...

Unforgettable Crochet by designer Lisa Gentry (Leisure Arts #5179) is a collection of six beautiful boutique-style fashions. The vest and sweater patterns are sized from X-Small to 2X-Large. Projects range from an ultra-feminine wrap of delicate motifs to a fun-loving retro vest. A little skill, some lovely yarn, and a crochet hook are all it takes to make these ultra-stylish designs! Garments include: Bracelet Length Cardi, 3-Way Wrap, Lacy Cardi, Scallop-Edge Vest, Cutaway Vest, Chic Mot...

Michael G. E. Gentry is a poet whose work emerges from lived experience rather than abstraction. His writing explores memory, inner conflict, healing, and the quiet clarity that comes after turbulence. With an unfiltered but compassionate voice, he traces the human journey through regret, surrender, humor, love, and return.Rather than offering answers, his poems sit honestly with the questions - capturing moments of collapse, insight, and integration. Out of My Mind reflects a life...

The Night Doctor of Richmond (June 2024) by Tony Gentry is a deeply researched and richly imagined biographical novel about the Medical College of Virginia's notorious 19th Century grave robber Chris Baker, who readily admitted to robbing hundreds of graves from the city's Black cemeteries across his long career. Reviled in his time, Baker was regularly featured on the front page of local papers, which called him a ghoul, a witch doctor, a suspected murderer and even a cannibal. H...

In the smog-choked metropolis of Oakhaven, the sun is a myth buried beneath a century of iron and coal. Here, the Ironworks Guild rules with an absolute grip, and the simple act of growing a flower is a crime punishable by death.Silas is the Plant Doctor: a rogue botanist operating out of the city's deepest shadows. He spends his nights selling illegal breaths of clean air to the dying workers of the Narrows and his days feeding his own magical blood to a dying sanctuary of forbidd...

"Intelligence in Plants and Animals" by Thomas G. Gentry explores the fascinating concept of intelligence beyond the traditional confines of human and animal cognition. Gentry delves into the remarkable capabilities of plants, showcasing their ability to respond to environmental stimuli, communicate with one another, and adapt to their surroundings. The book challenges the reader to reconsider the definition of intelligence, suggesting that it is not solely a trait of animals but a broader...