Faced with challenges from an early age, Janica has learned to celebrate and enjoy every day as a gift. Her life-affirming attitude fascinates Thomas, a shy young man who begins to see the rich colors of life in a whole new light. As she reveals a world he never could have imagined for himself, Thomas falls head over heels for the strong young woman and becomes part of her quirky circle of friends and her loving family.Their generosity of spirit draws Thomas out of his shell. He fi...

To be included in this anthology writers had to make the decision to dive deep and explore zones of discomfort in order to captivate the reader; in order to bring characters to life; in order to make an impact.Through eight short stories you will remember who you used to be when you yearned for who you wanted to become; you’ll cower as a child at the hand of an overzealous mother; you’ll mourn growing pains; you’ll return home; you’ll grieve lost loved ones and wrong choices; you w...

Following the death of his mother, a young man is left with his own immaturity. In an attempt to manage his loneliness, he leans on a friend, beginning their stories of self-actualization. Marlot and Zed strive to accept their futures as the world begins to pull them apart.

Linear Algebra for Earth Scientists is written for undergraduate and graduate students in Earth and Environmental sciences. It is intended to give students enough background in linear algebra to work with systems of equations and data in geology, hydrology, geophysics, or whatever part of the Earth Sciences they engage with.The book does not presuppose any extensive prior knowledge of linear algebra. Instead, the book builds students up from a low base to a working understanding of...