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Asteroids and nuclear war, climate change and artificial intelligencethe universe is a dangerous place. In response to these and other "existential risks," 21st century futurists claim that only extraordinary investment in technology can save humanity from extinction. Thanks to advances in genetic engineering, artificial intelligence, urban design, and spaceflight, futurists hope that we will transcend earthly life, becoming immortal and traveling to distant stars. Futureproofing Humanity offers a provocative new reading on this narrative of existential risk and the modern hope for technological salvation. We do, indeed, need a mythical view for our modern world. But to futureproof our species to ensure we live for centuries and millennia to come requires a responsible myth, one committed to our shared human (and possibly posthuman) civilization. ******Robert M Geraci is the Knight Distinguished Chair for the Study of Religion and Culture at Knox College and is one of the worlds leading experts on religion and technology. He is the author of Apocalyptic AI: Visions of Heaven in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Virtual Reality (Oxford University Press 2010); Virtually Sacred: Myth and Meaning in World of Warcraft and Second Life (Oxford 2014); and Futures of Artificial Intelligence: Perspectives from India and the U.S. (Oxford 2022).

This book is a living memoir that traces a life shaped by early instability, where warmth and connection coexisted with volatility and fear, and survival was learned long before it could be named. Rather than centering on a single rupture, the narrative shows how instability became normalized, shaping the authors understanding of love, safety, and belonging. As the author moves into adolescence and adulthood, the strategies that once ensured survival are reinforced by schools, workplaces, and relationships that reward endurance, emotional regulation of others, and self-erasure. On paper, life appears stable. In the body, it begins to unravel. Exhaustion, numbness, and physiological distress emerge as the cost of a life built on constant vigilance. Through encounters with medical and mental health systems, institutional care, and the slow work of being believed, the memoir examines how credibility is granted or denied, and how repeatedly having ones reality questioned fractures self-trust. Survival, once a necessity, becomes an identity that no longer sustains.Rather than offering recovery or resolution, this living memoir follows the uncertain transition into life without constant crisis. It asks what happens when vigilance loosens, when emergencies recede, and when survival is no longer the primary measure of worth. What remains is not closure, but space: for grief, for safety, and for a life no longer defined solely by endurance.

Unlock the power of healing and resilienceSoul Leadership equips leaders to transform trauma into strength, creating healthier organizations and communities through practical strategies rooted in science and spiritual wisdom.Is unprocessed trauma silently sabotaging your leadership? If so, everyone around you is paying the price. When leaders break down, the fallout isnt containedit ripples through families, teams, organizations, and communities. Yet 94 percent of leaders carry trauma thats impacting their decision-making and actions every day, whether they recognize it or not. Author, Dr. Steve Robinson, has discovered that experiencing trauma doesnt make someone unfit to leadbut not addressing it can. Through years of experience leading a large organization and facing significant challenges, he developed powerful insights about stress, trauma, and resilience. In his personal healing journey, he also discovered a powerful key: post-traumatic growth. Many leaders dont realize theyre operating with traumatized and fragmented minds. They grind through challenges while living isolated, develop unhealthy coping mechanisms, and make critical decisions while emotionally dysregulated. The cost? Broken organizations, damaged relationships, and leadership failures that impact others. This book offers a revolutionary framework called the Soul-Leadership Cycle that transforms unprocessed trauma into leadership strength. Its not just about survivingits about emerging stronger and wiser through adversity. Inside this powerful guide, you will discover * The Trauma-Trigger Effect: Identify how unprocessed pain creates emotional landmines that explode in key leadership moments * The Resilience Equation: Build resilience by increasing capacity before a crisis hitsand even afterwardthrough key relationships, physical and emotional health, and spiritual disciplines * The Growth Model: Transform trauma into wisdom using neuroscience-backed techniques for rewiring the brain * The Shalom Factor: Integrate the fragmented mind through biblical principles that restore wholeness * Crisis-Response Protocols: Learn what to do when leaders or those they lead experience crisis-induced trauma Too often, leadership books ignore the neurobiological reality of trauma. Dr. Robinsons approach integrates groundbreaking research with time-tested spiritual wisdom. The result is a practical roadmap that works whether recovering from catastrophic events or the slow-building pressure of leadership demands. The most powerful truth? As leaders heal, everyone they lead experiences the benefits. Personal transformation creates ripple effects that build healthier families, teams, and organizations. For those ready to transform wounds into wisdom, stop letting past trauma hijack decisions, and create environments where people truly flourishthis book provides a blueprint to make it happen. Read now and begin your healing journey that will shape the future of everyone you lead.

A 2-in-1 collectors bundle from rising horror author Lady Deception, containing her debut Painted Lies and her second release Outside the Lies.PAINTED LIES: The Carters, a sitcom family from a wildly popular television show "90s Rewind" are torn apart after the death of Ellie Thompson, Americas sweetheart who portrayed their mother. Left with no answers and no clues of how the accident occurred, Sam, whod portrayed the father, and the five children are forced to move on.Two months later at the shows anniversary party, they all convene for the first time since that fateful night. Everyone is thinking the same thing: What if Ellies death wasnt an accident?But before they can even fathom who would want her dead, theyre pulled into a nightmare that they cant escapeMISERY meets PEARL in this lush and haunting horror novella.OUTSIDE THE LIES: It was supposed to be a typical spring break getaway for Derek and his friends. But when they head to a remote cabin in the middle of the woods, picking up a hitchhiker along the way, their weekend of isolation and fun quickly turns into inescapable terror.Get ready to dive back into the 90s as Lady Deception returns after PAINTED LIES with a new pulse-pounding horror novelette, continuing to bring all of your nightmares into reality.

The Puppy Head Start is the complete guide to selecting, raising, and training the puppy of your dreams!Do you need help training your puppy? Do you want your dog to listen to you? You have come to the right place! ThePuppy Head Start is designed to give dog owners all the information they need to successfully raise and train their puppy. Topics include: puppy selection, preparing for your puppy, owner education, potty training, crate training, play biting and jumping, obedience training, socialization, puppy play, health and wellness, problem solving, and more!Raising a puppy is hard work, but with the right information at your fingertips and the right tools in your toolbelt, you can breeze through the training process and enjoy raising your new puppy. Your puppy journey starts now!

A Lady Deemed Unmarriageable. A Rake with No Interest in Love. A Passion Neither Expected.Lady Charlotte Beckett has resigned herself to her fate. Sent to Havenwood Academya finishing school for unmarriageable ladiesshe knows her future holds no grand romance, no whispered promises of devotiononly the plans her father has in store for her future. But when an invitation arrives for the students to attend a house party at Easton Abbey, she finds herself in the path of the one man who threatens to unravel her carefully constructed world.Declan Hayes, the Marquess of Easton, is a notorious rake with no intention of surrendering his heart to any woman. Yet from the moment he clashes with the sharp-witted and utterly fascinating Lady Charlotte, his carefully honed indifference begins to crack. She is unlike any lady he has ever knownbold, intelligent, and apparently immune to his charms.Drawn together by forces neither can deny, Charlotte and Declan must navigate a web of scandal, secrets, and societys expectations. But even if Declan can convince her that love is worth the risk, will her father allow such a match? Or will duty and propriety tear them apart before they have a chance to claim the love they never dared to hope for?

There are moments when the world does not speak in words, but in tone, color, and breath.Where the Sky Hums in Gentle Blue is a quiet, atmospheric fantasy about listening, belonging, and the subtle language of calm. Told in lyrical, soothing prose, this book follows a gentle journey through meadows, forests, rivers, and hidden sanctuariesplaces where the sky hums softly and the world reveals itself in shades of blue.These stories are not driven by conflict or urgency. They unfold slowly, like dawn learning how to breathe. Lanterns glow without haste, landscapes listen without judgment, and silence becomes a companion rather than an absence. Each chapter invites the reader to pause, to soften, and to reconnect with a quieter rhythm of being.Perfect for evening reading, moments of reflection, or winding down before sleep, this book offers a peaceful refuge from noise and speed. Readers who love cozy fantasy, poetic storytelling, and gentle magical realism will find comfort and clarity within its pages.Where the Sky Hums in Gentle Blue is a standalone collectionmeant to be read slowly, felt deeply, and returned to whenever the world grows quiet enough to listen.

Bounty hunter and werewolf, Elijah Sin lives by one rule: Stay away from other werewolves and pack politics at all costs. Known as the seven deadly Sins, he and his brothers are outliers living on Sin Mountain in Kentucky.Her daddys death has sent Kinley Wright on the run from her former pack to avoid a forced mating. Desperate for help, she tries to hire Eli, only to discover hes a wolf, like her.Under threat from her former pack, there is only one place Eli and Kinley can turn for helphis brothers. Blood will spill and lives will be lost. Trust is fragile between them, but the attraction is explosive. Even if they survive the coming storm their love might become a casualty.

Composed: A Mosaic Advantage to Lead Without Losing Yourself reimagines what it means to lead in a world defined not by control, but by clarity, coherence, and inner poise. In an era of constant disruptionwhere complexity, ambiguity, and relentless change are the normtraditional command-and-control leadership no longer delivers. The next evolution of effective leadership isnt about dominance or force; its about composure, grounded confidence, emotional agility, and a resilient sense of self.Drawing on research from leadership psychology, neuroscience, cultural intelligence, and adaptive performance, Composed introduces the Mosaic Advantagea dynamic framework that helps leaders cultivate inner stability without sacrificing bold vision or strategic impact. This book challenges the belief that vulnerability signals weakness and reframes it as a powerful source of clarity, connection, and sustainable influence.Whether steering a global organization, leading a high-performing team, or shaping culture in education, community, or nonprofit spaces, Composed offers practical, evidence-based tools to lead with steadiness under pressure. Readers learn how to regulate emotion in high-stakes environments, strengthen decision-making amid uncertainty, build trust across cultures and identities, transform resistance into momentum, and sustain creativity and connection without burnout.Composed is not another prescriptive leadership manual. It is a transformational guide for the twenty-first-century leaderone who must remain grounded while navigating change. Blending narrative insight, real-world application, and reflective practice, this book equips leaders to influence with integrity rather than intensity.For those ready to elevate leadership without losing authenticity, values, or self-trust, the Mosaic Advantage offers a defining edge. Because the leaders who endure are not the most forcefulbut the most composed.

Wounded, thirsty and stranded in the desert after a job gone bad, Conan is desperate. To make it out alive, he bands together with his fellow surviving mercenaries.Conan trusts none of them, and the feeling is mutual. Fine. Everyone knows where they stand. But when a cursed treasure is discovered, distrust turns to suspicion. Conan knows enough about dark magic to leave well enough alone, but will greed get the better of his new friends?

Hes an absolute beast With a Gothic castle, thick gates, and a library that might melt a girls heart. Almost. It would help if Baron Everhart werent so rude and surly all of the time. What is his issue with her anyway? Its like her very presence is a personal affront. And he takes every opportunity he can find to roar at her. Except when a storm traps her in his lair, the tension between them grows so thick, she either needs to escape or shes going to have to tame the beast. Because if she doesnt, he might very well eat her alive.

Practice Spencerian handwriting and master elegant cursive by using the Declaration of Independence as your guide.This step-by-step calligraphy workbook includes structured practice pages, high-quality reference images, and a clear progression structure designed to help you confidently master this classic American script.The standard for business writing and personal correspondence, Spencerian penmanship was the script that defined American handwriting for over a century known for its graceful curves, distinctive slant, and delicate contrast. With this practice book, you can master the rhythm, harmony, and beauty of this traditional style by using one of its most iconic examples from American history as a guide. In this workbook, you will learn:Consistent letter heights and widthsBalanced spacing between letters and wordsAccurate slant and alignmentEntry and exit strokesCapital letter constructionLowercase letterform consistencyConnecting strokes and ligaturesLine and curve harmonyBringing art, history, and handwriting together, the Cursive Handwriting Workbook: The Declaration of Independence is the perfect resource for those looking to master this historic written art form, including hobbyists, students, and educators alike, whether practicing for fun, in the classroom, or in a homeschool setting.

The Subversive Art of a Classical Education is a bold call to reclaim traditional education as a radical act of cultural resistance, forming minds and souls for wisdom in an age of distraction and declineIn an age obsessed with screens, speed, and skills, The Subversive Art of a Classical Education delivers a bold, timely manifesto for reclaiming education as a deeply human pursuit. Veteran educator and bestselling author Michael S. Rose makes the compelling case that classical education is not just an academic alternativebut a revolutionary act of cultural defiance.Drawing on over two decades of experience, Rose reveals how traditional practicesgrammar, logic, rhetoric, memorization, handwriting, slow reading, and the liberal artsfoster attention, discernment, and wisdom in a distracted world. Each chapter explores how these time-honored disciplines develop intellectual and moral virtues now endangered by modern educations utilitarian and technological focus.The Subversive Art of a Classical Education calls on parents, teachers, and thinkers to reject the reduction of students into data points and rediscover the transformative power of real learning. This book is a rallying cry for those ready to resist the flattening forces of modernity and form souls capable of freedom, depth, and meaning.

Not even the Church of the Invincible Sun is invincible - and somebody has to do its dirty work. Enter Sister Svangerd and her accompanying priest, both accomplished practitioners. Their mission is simple: to make a meddlesome princess disappear (permanently).To get to her, they must attend the legendary Ecumenical Council, the once-in-a-century convening of the greatest spiritual minds the world has to offer. But when they arrive, they find instead a den of villainy that would make the most hardened criminal blush. To complicate matters further, it appears that some people long considered dead might not be after all. What began as a simple murder is about to escalate into a theological debate of terrifying complexity.From World Fantasy Award-winning author K. J. Parker comes a devilishly clever tale of murder, intrigue, and existential crisis.

A disgraced Ranger becomes the kingdoms most hunted traitor after uncovering a deadly secret.

One Brave Shift Can Change EverythingIf youve ever tried to change your life or business, only to slip back into the same patterns, youre not broken. You just need a shift.Dr. Michele Kehrer knows what it takes to create lasting transformation. Shes a business growth coach, serial entrepreneur, and four-time cancer survivor who has rebuilt her life and career after illness, divorce, and setbacks that would stop most people in their tracks. Her secret? Thirty small but powerful mindset shifts that, one by one, change everything.In Brave Shift: 30 Mindset Changes to Transform Your Life, Michele blends real-life stories, sharp humor, and hard-won wisdom to show you how to get unstuck and build the business and life you actually want.This prescriptive self-help guide blends funny, real-life events with the life lessons they inspired, proving that a few small mindset shifts can create the reality you dream of.Guided by her philosophy that even the hardest times dont have to be that dire, youll learn how every experience can be either a good time or a good story. Michele will guide you to see your setbacks not as failures but as stepping stones toward achieving balance, overcoming obstacles, and creating the mindset for success you need in business and life.As you read, youll discover how to: Turn setbacks into stepping stones that fuel your next big win. Stop second-guessing yourself and speak up with confidence in any situation. Focus on what you can control so you can find joy in work, life, and even the mundane. Clear out energy drainers and create space for habits that make success easier. Challenge the limits you didnt even know you had. You dont have to overhaul your whole life overnight. One brave shift at a time can take you from stuck to unstoppable. Read the book and start now.

The third volume of the Collected Works of the modern Tibetan master Khangsar Tenpai Wangchuk, this is the first published translation of a commentary on the 14th-century master Longchenpas Precious Treasury of the Dharmadhtu, a verse text on the direct practices to realize the nature of mind taught within the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism.Among the great works of the omniscient Longchenpa, The Treasury of the Dharmadhtu, one of Longchenpas (13081363) Seven Treasuries is particularly revered among Tibetan poetic and scholastic works on Dzogchen meditation. The text expounds the intrinsic nature of the mindawareness, the vast expanse of the dharmadhtuas the basis and medium of the endless and unlimited display of phenomenal existence, of both mundane samsara and exalted nirvana. The teachers are laid out according to the approach of trekcho, the practice that cuts through the tough deposit of conceptual fabrication and habitual tendencies, accumulated from beginningless time, which obscures the original, unimpaired, and ever-present purity of the minds nature, the sugatagarbha. Khangsar Tenpai Wangchuks modern commentary brings to life the fine points of the text as a meditation manual. Completed in 1996, it is the first extensive and detailed commentary ever to be produced on Longchenpas root text, with the exception of the authors own autocommentary. In contrast with the general meaning commentary composed by Longchenpa himself, which explains the sense of the root text in broad strokes, supporting it with many scriptural citations, Tenpai Wangchuks is a word-commentary in which both the words and syntax of the root text are elucidated, thereby giving clear guidance and insight into the intentions of the author. Both root text and commentary are said to reflect the realizations of the lineage holders of the tradition and present a clear picture of the perfection of the Buddhist path.

The apple farm is a-buzz with danger...Lawson loves restoring old vehicles, but the honey of a truck owned by his neighbor is off limits. So is she.Dani loves her bees, her metal art, and her dog. She doesnt need anything else, certainly not her family.As they get to know each other, sparks fly while danger buzzes their way. Now, its not only their safety at risk, its their hearts, too.***Pick up Speed is the fifth book in Jemi Frasers Heroes To The Core romance series. Each of these small-town romances can be read as a stand-alone, although they are best enjoyed in order. The book contains a touch of danger, some strong language and sexy times. Enjoy the read!

In the fashionable mansions on Chestnut Hill, a simple green baize door separates the masters world from the servants. That door is thrown wide when an elderly housekeeper is found brutally murdered on the first day of the new century. Marie Chevalier, the housekeepers poor but ambitious granddaughter, and James Lett, the mansion owners kind but indolent son, suspect the killer is connected to one of their familiesbut which one?From drawing rooms to alleyways, their separate investigations lead them through the sometimes lavish, sometimes brutal, landscape of turn-of-the-century New England. When long-buried secrets begin to unravel the fragile threads that hold both households together, Marie and James must find a way to bridge the gulf between themif only to prove that the murderer belongs not to their own world, but to that strange and foreign land on the other side of the green baize door.Inspired by real-life events, The Green Baize Door is a richly layered historical mystery that explores themes of class identity, family loyalty, and the sometimes blurry line between virtue and vice.

Its the autumn of 2007 in London, England, and seventeen-year-old Alison Mayhew is terrified of what to make of the future. When she follows a mysterious man with a pocket watch, she finds herself there: over two hundred years into the future at the Kapilla Institute of Archival Accuracy.But the future isnt what she thinks. A dictatorial commander named Maria Radley has overtaken KIAA. Cue Operation Morning Sky. Alison, along with a motley crew of new friends, volunteers to aid in a plot to depose the institutions tyrannical leader. Venturing back into Radleys past, Alison must now find out where exactly Maria Radley went wrongand she just might find her own path along the way. Inspired by Lewis Carrolls beloved classic Alices Adventures in Wonderland, debut author Laura McAsh will take readers on a whimsical adventure of friendship and the perils of growing up in the first of this planned trilogy.