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The stories in this collection were first published in Analog, a science fiction magazine, between 1990 and 2011. They feature the adventures of eccentric kilt-wearing anthropologist, archaeologist, and xenologist Rhys Llewellyn and his able assistants, Yoshi Umeki and Roderick Halfax. Given my fascination with archaeology, first contact…and all things Scottish, I suppose these stories were inevitable.

Sharp transmissions on structural alignment, elevated standards and natural order.For those for whom only excellence suffices.

Will is a 17-year-old on the cusp of freedom—freedom from providing and caring for their abusive, addicted mother, freedom from their small town with an even smaller mindset, and freedom from having to hide who they truly are. When their mother dies months before their 18th birthday, Will is granted this freedom earlier than expected. They begin to dream of escaping to the big city of Baltimore, of dating the magnetic and gorgeous Julian, and of living, unencumbered and free.

There's screwing up a spell . . . and then there's my level of catastrophe. Magical ambitions of a Ferrari, but the skill of a Go-Kart. That's me. If profanities were spells, I'd be Merlin. Instead, I'm just wasting my "French" on the ungrateful—again. Story of my life. When a spell goes...

One of Amazon’s Best Books of 2022 So Far! “Gloriously recommended.” —Historical Novel Society A gripping and compelling novel based on the true story of fearless reporter Nellie Bly, who will stop at nothing to prove that a woman’s place is on the front page. In 1887 New York City...

Zwischen all den weißen Schwänen tauchte auf einmal ein schwarzer auf. Sein Gefieder schimmerte beinahe bläulich im silbrigen Mondlicht. Er hatte einen roten Schnabel und ebenso rot glühende Augen, die er nun auf mich richtete, als würde er mich kennen. Sein Anblick verursachte mir eine Gänsehaut. "Warum ist dieser Schwan schwarz?", wandte ich mich an Baba Zima. "Er symbolisiert das Böse, welches du in dir trägst", antwortete sie mir mit rauer Stimme.

Are you an empath or highly sensitive person who face some problems in life? As an empath you face many challenges - mental, emotional, and physical challenges, and the ability to stay resilient and above them. There usually take a toll on your soul and you will find it hard to be happy. If you feel this sounds just like you, this may just be your moment to discover proper techniques unleashing your chains and take the control in your life. The truth is, you are such beautiful souls and blessed with wonderful gifts. You can read minds and see what others don't say out loud by their body language.

Welcome to Love, Work & Other Disasters—the podcast where we dive headfirst into the beautiful mess of modern dating, thriving careers, and everything in between. Join your hosts, Maya and Fatou, two experienced coaches who aren’t afraid to ask the tough questions, share unfiltered truths, and bring a little humor to the chaos of life, love, and work. Whether you’re trying to master the dating game, nail that job interview, or simply navigate the complexities of everyday challenges, we’re here to guide you through it all. Tune in, get inspired, and let’s make sense of the disasters ...

If the past feels like it has too much control over your life, think again—you can break free. While others relive old stories, this audiobook shows you how to rewrite your future.

A podcast about changing how we understand and talk about stuttering, one conversation at a time.

Solfeggio miracle frequencies reference focused colors of sound that guide with as well as promote different elements of body as well as mind overall health.

Following decades of a steadily growing cultural obsession with accumulating as much stuff as financially possible—there is a movement of individuals who are saying no. They see the harm that big corporations and marketing strategies are doing to people by playing into their every insecurity for a profit, and they see the way that the majority of modern life is spent using things to cover those insecurities up.

Ballet is Aisha’s life. So when she’s denied yet another lead at her elite academy because she doesn’t “look” the part, she knows something has to change—the constant discrimination is harming her mental health. Switching to her best friend Neil’s art school seems like the perfect plan at first. But she soon discovers racism and bullying are entrenched in the ballet program here, too, and there’s a troubling new distance between her and Neil. And as past traumas surface, pressure from friends and family, a new romance, and questions about her dance career threaten to overwhelm her.

Most feelings of midlife crisis, or the feeling of not being enough, come from lack of balance and perspective. To establish well-being, it is important to have your mind, body, and spirit working together. A cohesive mind, body, and spirit connection allows us to navigate through life effectively.

A surreal, lyrical work of narrative nonfiction that portrays how the largest domestic oil discovery in half a century transformed a forgotten corner of the American West into a crucible of breakneck capitalism. As North Dakota became the nation's second-largest oil producer, Maya Rao set out in...

Just when I thought things were looking up, Fate decided to kick me in the kidneys. Surviving a brush with Death should've earned me a break, but instead, I got stuck with a womanizer as my so-called protector. If River had kept his pants up, we wouldn't be in this mess. They say power corrupts, but unlimited magic? That twists a mind beyond repair—just look at my grandmother. Not even the shifters can fix this mess. Now, I have to track down an archdemon, avoid becoming a vampire's midnight snack, and dodge a vengeful scorned lover. And—just for the record—I wasn't even the one getting laid.

As society gathers at Kingstag Castle for the wedding of the year, matrimony is in the air. But who will be the bride? With swoonworthy lords, witty ladies, eccentric relatives, and a gaggle of free-spirited girls - not to mention the world’s best high perch phaeton - it’s a recipe for mayhem...and romance. Award winning, best-selling authors Katharine Ashe, Caroline Linden, Miranda Neville, and Maya Rodale serve up delectable Regency fun and a sexy contemporary twist in this anthology of original novellas. Four authors, four couples, four deliciously romantic surprises.

World’s Wildest: Tales of Earth’s Most Extreme Creatures is a podcast dedicated to highlighting the wildest species in the animal kingdom. From our world’s smallest to smelliest, Maya Higa and Connor O’Brien will shock you with the most outrageous stories and adaptations of animals from around the world. Maya is a wildlife conservationist who founded Alveus Sanctuary, a non-profit exotic animal sanctuary and virtual education center in central Texas. She is also a Twitch streamer whose live streams feature animal care, conservation education, and charity fundraising. Connor currently ...

WARNING: MAY CAUSE BRAIN ROT.Maya Henry hosts your podcast portal into all things pop culture & doll mania. Shedding light on the 'influencer' industry, she dives into her unique perspective as a trans content creator and shares deep takes from her 10 years of public exposure. Never one to shy from the personal, Maya reveals her opinions, experiences, and life advice like never before. So grab your favourite 'Brain Booze' beverage and saddle up for a wild ride into the deepest corners of the internet.

Willa's mine from the moment I rescue her. I protect her from a brawling crowd and she stares up at me like I'm her prince charming. No one's ever looked at me like that. No one has ever dared to come that close. I didn't know she was the little sister of one of my biggest rivals. Her brother and I have both drawn blood on the field, dislocated joints, broken bones, but I'll never want to show her that side of me. I long to be the man she believes I am, but there's only one way I know how to win—how to survive—and that's ensuring my enemies lose.