Space-sheriff Joe Corbit has just stumbled upon the greatest artifact in the history of the universe.Too bad it's a threat to our very existence.When a distress call leads Joe to the ruins of a lost, alien civilization, he finds an illegal archaeological dig underway. The Chinese Galactic Empire is working with the Martian mob to smuggle an artifact across state lines.One deadly shoot-out later, and Joe finds himself in possession of the curious trinket. His plan is...

Following the fall of the Taliban government in Afghanistan in late 2001, members of the former regime and Al-Qaeda found refuge in Waziristan. Waziristan is a tribal area in Pakistan located along the border with Afghanistan whose majority ethnic Pashtun population has menaced every occupying power since Alexander the Great. The formidable terrain coupled with the fierce independent character of the Pashtun tribes has made Waziristan a difficult area for outsiders to subdue. Taliban and A...

When School's out. And summers in. Everybody at Glass Art. a elite boarding school. Can't wait for summer. Everybody, except for Benny Breezy. A piano prodigy. Who attends Glass Art. With his best friends. Simon, Mallory, Doyle and Nasser. Worried about next year. Since it will be there last year together. Benny sets out to have the best summer ever with his friends. His plans quickly change. After learning that. His, friends. Have other plans for the summer. He decides to go home for the ...

Amidst the sensationalist claims about the dangers of the Internet, Virtually Criminal provides an empirically grounded criminological analysis of deviance and regulation within an online community. It integrates theory and empiricism to forge an explanation of cybercrime whilst offering new insights into online regulation.One of the first studies to further our understanding of the causes of cyber deviance, crime and its control, this groundbreaking study from Matthew Wil...

A shady corner in life can be a dark and mysterious place, but in the shady corners of the mind, the mystery and darkness know no bounds!In a struggle with his conscience and haunted by images of murder, David is given a choice to right the wrongs of his past.Can he cheat fate and avoid his future? Or is the evil that dwells within him more than it seems?Only one thing is certain . . .Fate can be cruel, but true evil can be brutal!

A plague has wiped out more than 99% of earth's population. Less than 200,000 humans survive. Among them, only eighteen-year-old Kizzy Cartwright is capable of having children. But becoming a mother is not in her plans. When a violent mutation strikes the male population, the fate of the human race falls on Kizzy's shoulders. Rebooting UNCLE, an artificial intelligence hidden in the depths ...

Discover the rich tapestry of the Acoma Pueblo myth cycle in this insightful academic study by Matthew Williams Stirling. Origin Myth of Acoma delves deep into the intricate narratives that have shaped the cultural and spiritual identity of the Acoma people.Placing these myths within the broader context of Native American folklore, Stirling meticulously examines their symbolic meanings and historical significance. The book explores themes of creation, community, and the profound co...

Unlock the Secret to Unstoppable Success!Are you tired of self-doubt holding you back? Do you want to transform your life and achieve your dreams?"Power of Self-Confidence" is your ultimate guide to building unshakeable confidence and unlocking your true potential. This empowering book provides you with practical strategies, real-life examples, and expert insights to help you:- Overcome negative self-talk and self-doubt- Develop a growth min...

Everyone struggles in their walk with Christ at some point or another. This is a collection of devotionals written and sent out as daily text messages in hopes of encouraging others as well as looking for accountability in daily life. Written during a season of waiting and loneliness, the texts chronicle a hundred-day stretch of attempting to reconnect with God and then focusing and developing the direct relationship weve so graciously been given.

This book makes understanding the Bible and God’s ways in our life—simple, clear and logical. How could this be? Easy. God is not arbitrary or capricious in his actions. He always follows a few key spiritual laws in his interactions with us. Understand God’s laws and you will understand him. These spiritual laws that embody God’s character and guide his actions—also show up in nature. When God created our material world—in anticipation of his creating mankind and all of life—he designed it...

The political landscape of Europe is more fractured today than at any time since the Second World War. There are such strong polarising forces that the rhetoric of unity sounds increasingly empty. At the same time, European Christian Democracy has lost its distinctive identity and it threatens to be incorporated into one or other of the competing sides. Is there a promising way forward? This book sets out a relational vision that can act as a revitalising and unifying force. By reaching be...

Let's face it, being a teenager is hard.High school is depressing, your mother's overbearing, the only friend you have in your new school doesn't have any time for you, and your therapist wont get off your back.Oh, and yeah, you might have narcolepsy.Great start to your sophomore year, right?Fifteen-year-old Daniel wants to leave the past alone, but his inner demons keep him up at night. When theyre not keeping him up, though, he is dead asleep in all his cl...