In an alternate universe, Earth faced an invasion from aliens hailing from a planet named Nykarus, leading to a brutal five-year war. Two years into the conflict, a distress signal was sent out and caught the attention of an old foe of the NyKarin race. The Kygourins teamed up with humans to push back the invaders, forcing them to retreat to the Pledius star system. Unfortunately, many humans were captured and placed in cryo-chambers aboard the NyKarin motherships. Once the NyKarins returned to their home planet, they scattered the captured humans across habitable planets in nearby solar systems, sealing their fate as slaves. Chandra, an Enforcer cyborg soldier, was never meant to be a part of the culling. However, fate had other plans, leading her to one of Eurleau’s moons, Dyna, where she was sold at auction to a Madam running a high-end brothel. Adara, the Madam, brings her to the city of Mu, where Chandra undergoes a significant transformation, preparing her for her new role as a prostitute in the brothel. Years have gone by, and Soran, the Emperor of Nykarus, has finally tracked down Chandra. He confronts Adara Sunn, insisting she turn Chandra over to him. Though she is hesitant, a secret meeting with Xenos, a bounty hunter, changes her mind, leading her to sell Chandra to him. Chandra leaves Southern Atlan with Xenos, closing the chapter on her life at the brothel, but opening a new one in her quest for self-discovery. The implant in her head is just the start, as her adventure will take her to uncharted territories and put her in the path of various dangers.

Chandra's journey continues as she faces an uncertain future. Xenos and Chandra are on the run. A wealthy friend of Xenos has offered one of his estates as a haven. They both stay for a few months, but Xenos knows he must return to the planet Barunda with Chandra. Dukar, Xenos' trusted friend, offers a solution; they concoct a plan to leave Eurleau, undetected by the Ny'Karins. Their plan fails but by a twist of fate, Chandra's own plan succeeds. She escapes and stows away on a ship heading to Aurora, there she is thrown into another brothel. Shortly after, an enigmatic bounty hunter emerges into the scene. She storms the brothel and takes Chandra. After spending time with Makea, Chandra manages to escape from the bounty hunter and makes her way to Carlos, a merchant's slave who she met before she was sold to Xenos. Together, along with her best friend Keeja, they travel to Lyvia, where they meet Treau a changeling. He helps them get to Avolea, a mysterious forest deep within the continent Lyvia. It is there where Chandra's fate takes a turn. At the sanctuary, she discovers the truth of who she is, her connection to Soran, and the foreboding fate that awaits her. Category: sci-fi/fantasy/adult books Ages: 18 & over

Serena is a loving mom and loving wife, what more can you ask for? This story revolves around Serena Raye Sanchez and the secret Diary she left behind after her Death. A book about her relationships prior and after her marriage to her husband, Samuel Sanchez. It is about the Men she loved and lost through Fate. If a woman can love, then can she stay loyal? One man’s perspective on Love, will shatter her belief in finding her true soulmate. After her relationship ends, she perceives all relationships as fragile eggshells that at any moment can crumble beneath her feet and her search for her soulmate leads her into relationships that she later abandons because of her insecurities. Fear of being dumped motivates her to break up with her Lovers before they do with her. If she had met her true soulmate instead of a user like her first Lover, perhaps she would have stopped her search and settled with what Fate handed her. The men she Loved may not remember her, but she remembers them. Serena’s daughters will surely be dumbfounded by the secrets revealed within the Diary of a Gypsy Heart and their lives will change forever. Category: romance/adult fiction

I've always had a fascination with paranormal and supernatural tales, and that's what led me to write this book. The allure of the mysterious and the unknown has always captivated me, and I know I'm not alone in that. My inspiration came from diving into various stories and watching countless YouTube videos that explore these intriguing topics. Plus, I’ve sprinkled in a couple of my own personal experiences to add a unique touch. In this book, you'll find discussions on the Mandela Effect, eerie sounds in the Sky, portals to other dimensions, and bizarre encounters with interdimensional beings. Enjoy this book as I enjoyed writing it.

Cher, a 21-year-old woman, was leading a mundane life as a college student until the day she crossed paths with Dolan, a mysterious and enigmatic 30-year-old man. From the moment he laid eyes on her, Dolan was captivated by Cher's beauty and innocence, seeing her as the perfect target for his hidden desires. Despite Cher's reserved nature and lack of sexual experiences, Dolan pursued her relentlessly until he finally won her heart. Little did Cher know, Dolan was not an ordinary man; he harbored a deep, dark secret that would shatter her belief in love and alter her life in unimaginable ways. As Cher delved deeper into her relationship with Dolan, she soon realized that his intentions were far from pure. The encounter with this enigmatic man would leave her questioning everything she thought she knew about herself and the world around her. Cher's journey with Dolan would be one filled with twists, turns, and revelations that would change her forever.

Kira, the fearless preteen princess of the mythical kingdom of Latavia, has trained her whole life to rule until her father remarried and a male heir was born. When the new prince is kidnapped Kira becomes a suspect. Kira and her childhood friend, Henry, must lead a quest through the Forbidden Lands to save her kingdom, prove her loyalty, and discover her heart. They encounter twin trolls that want to eat them, a monstrous mountain that won't let them pass and a poison snake bridge that threatens their lives. But these dangers are not what they must fear the most. An exciting tale for all ages!

Every new copy of In Quest of the Universe, Seventh Edition print textbook includes access to the Companion WebsiteDesigned for the nonscience major, In Quest of the Universe, Seventh Edition provides a comprehensive, accessible introduction to astronomy, while taking students on an exciting trek through our solar system and beyond. Updated throughout with the latest findings in this fast-paced field, the author unfolds historical and contemporary theories in astronomy to provide a clear account of how the science works. His student-friendly writing style and clear explanations acquaint students with our own solar system before moving on to the stars and distant galaxies. New Comparative Planetology boxes and data table throughout the text examine the similarities and differences in the geology, evolution, and atmospheres of all the planets in our solar system. This rich pedagogy further engages students and motivates them to think critically and develop basic reasoning skills in their studies.New and Key Features of the Seventh Edition:-Updated throughout with the latest discoveries in the field, with new and expanded content found in each chapter.-Added critical thinking and problem solving exercises can be found at the end of each chapter.-New boxes and data tables throughout examine the similarities and differences in the geology, evolution, and atmospheres of all planets in our solar system.-To increase understanding and clarity, sample calculations have been added to mathematical sections-Instructor's materials include PowerPoint Lecture Slides, PowerPoint Image Bank, Test Bank, Instructor's Manual, animations, and more.-The companion Web site, Starlinks, is included with every new copy of the text and includes study quizzes, Exploration Web links, animated flashcards, an online glossary, chapter outlines, a calendar of upcoming astronomical events, a guide to the constellations, and a new math review/tutor.

Only one kind of dragon will survive the Dragon’s Tail Wars… In the final battle between the dragon shifters known as the Pyr and their enemies, the dragon shifters known as the Slayers, only one kind can survive. The Pyr are pledged to defend the treasures of the earth, including their destined mates. The Slayers are bent on exterminating humans from the face of the planet. When dragons soar into battle, each Pyr has his role to play, but when the firestorm sparks, his loyalties are divided. The firestorm indicating the presence of his fated mate and the one woman who ban bear his son and its spark snares each Pyr between his responsibility to his own kind, his need to defend his mate, and the battle against Slayers who inevitably attack. The war begins with Kiss of Fire, when the Smith of the Pyr, Quinn, follows the heat of the firestorm to his mate, Sara—can he defend her alone or will he have to rejoin the Pyr he so distrusts? In Kiss of Fury, Donovan is assigned to protect a scientist afraid of dragons—can he resist Alex, the mate he never wanted, when she steals his heart? In Kiss of Fate, Erik, the leader of the Pyr, has an unexpected second chance with his fated mate—can he and Eileen heal the wounds of the past to create a future together while battling Erik’s old foe? In Winter Kiss, Delaney is determined to destroy the Dragon’s Blood Elixir that gives the Slayers immortality, regardless of the cost to himself—but when his fiery mate, Ginger, is at risk, he has to survive to ensure her safety. In the short story, Harmonia’s Kiss, Drake and the Dragon Legion hunt an old evil in their ancient homeland. In Whisper Kiss, Niall is battling his twin brother when his firestorm sparks with tattoo artist Rox—can these two opposites overcome their differences to defeat the Slayers? In Darkfire Kiss, Rafferty and his mate, Melissa, set out to destroy the Slayers‘ hidden Academy despite the odds against them—can their firestorm ever be satisfied, given Melissa’s past? In Flashfire, outcast and illusionist Lorenzo has rejected his Pyr legacy, until photographer Cassie is at risk—can he embrace his surrendered powers to save his firestorm and her? In Ember’s Kiss, pro surfer Brandon wants nothing to do with dragons or the Pyr—can his destined mate, Liz, an elemental witch, help him overcome the past when he’s caught in a Slayer‘s spell? In the three Dragon Legion novellas, Kiss of Danger, Kiss of Darkness and Kiss of Destiny, the darkfire crystal sweeps Drake and the Dragon Legion into the past—can these warriors make their second chances at love count with the elemental witches who are their mates? In Serpent’s Kiss, Thorolf is targeted and enchanted by Slayers determined to snatch victory in the last moments of the Dragon’s Tail Wars—can his mysterious mate, a shapeshifter in her own right, guide him through the maze between myth and reality to fulfill his destiny? In Firestorm Forever, Sloane, the Apothecary of the Pyr, has to heal the world after a deadly virus is brought from the ancient world by Slayers and released on the world—can he persuade upon his destined mate, Samantha, a medical researcher, whose only son was killed by the virus, to work alongside the Pyr? Dragonfire: The Complete Series includes all fourteen works in the Dragonfire series of passionate, thrilling, paranormal romances by Deborah Cooke, featuring the Pyr, hot dragon shifter heroes, and their fated mates locked in an epic battle against the evil Slayers. Dive into the paranormal realm of the Pyr and the Dragon’s Tail War, a dragon fight to the finish between the Pyr and the Slayers for domination of the world. Grab this enormous digital boxed set today and watch the sparks of the firestorm fly! *** dragon shifter romance, paranormal romance, complete series, destined mate, fated mate, enemies to lovers, slow burn, boxed set, series boxed set, elemental witches, fantasy romance, time travel romance, scars, orphan, band of brothers For fans of: Sherrilyn Kenyon, Donna Grant, Thea Harrison, Jennifer Ashley, Christine Feehan, Lara Adrian, G. A. Aiken, Genevieve Jack, Jesse Donovan, Eve Langlais, Michele M. Pillow, Kresley Cole, Ilona Andrews, JR Ward, Coreene Callahan, S. E. Smith, Kim Harrison

Chandra is an intimate portrait of a highly private and brilliant man, Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, a Nobel laureate in physics who has been a major contributor to the theories of white dwarfs and black holes. "Wali has given us a magnificent portrait of Chandra, full of life and color, with a deep understanding of the three cultures—Indian, British, and American—in which Chandra was successively immersed. . . . I wish I had the job of reviewing this book for the New York Times rather than for Physics Today. If the book is only read by physicists, then Wali's devoted labors were in vain."—Freeman Dyson, Physics Today "An enthralling human document."—William McCrea, Times Higher Education Supplement "A dramatic, exuberant biography of one of the century's great scientists."—Publishers Weekly

By an Indic author and educator.