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Nineteen humorous sci-fi stories telling of the man who saved the world (kind of), and the man who didn’t, the laptop that discovered it is self-aware, the puzzling Christmas message from outer space, the unluckiest man on Earth, and the spur-of-the-moment decision that doomed mankind.

The first doctor-written guide to becoming a dad. Combines the medical knowledge of a health-care professional with real-life experience. At this crucial life moment, knowledge is power, but you probably know less than you think: what's a cervix? Can we still have sex? Why's the midwife doing that? How do I make up a bottle and is that poo normal? Dad's role is more important than you might ever have imagined, so what can you do to help?

The Present Parent Toolkit addresses the importance of being both mentally and emotionally available to your children. In the present, there is the opportunity to show up, pay attention, and become the parent you so want to be.

While many film fans may not be familiar with Bill Duke's name, they most certainly recognize his face. Dating back to the 1970s, Duke has appeared in a number of popular films, including Car Wash, American Gigolo, Commando, Predator, and X-Men: The Last Stand. Fewer still might be aware of Duke's extraordinary accomplishments off-screen as a talented director, producer, entrepreneur, and humanitarian. Bill Duke is the memoir of a Hollywood original.

If you have a budding ballerina or are simply going to see Swan Lake with your child, this book builds an understanding of the story line and includes the full musical score. This is a great way to introduce your child to the ballet masterwork so they have a better appreciation for the ballet when experiencing it in person. The story is told in synchronization with the music so that the young listener understands the story and how the music reflects the story line.

Kevin Wake hates being rich. He despises everything his father stands for, but he can't abandon his kid sister and baby brother. Their future is tied to his own. When his father threatens to rob them all of their mother's legacy, Kevin takes bold action to protect what should be theirs.

Amplify Learner Voice pushes back against traditional assessment and grading practices that continue to be an inequitable endeavor for our nation’s learners; traditional classroom practices continue to sort and label students by characterizing them by "what they need to work on" or ‘lack.' In this book, eight authors and The Core Collaborative’s partner schools reimagine formative assessment through an asset-based, cultural lens to make a greater impact on learning and our shared humanity. Presented in an easy-to-read, practical format, with video examples and practical resources ...

A deep investigation into historical documents that prove the notorious outlaw Jesse James faked his own death The story of the notorious outlaw Jesse James’ assassination at the hands of Robert Ford has been clouded with mystery ever since its inception. Now, James’ great-great-grandchildren Daniel and Teresa Duke present the results of more than 20 years of exhaustive research into state and federal records, photographs, newspaper reports, diaries, and a 1995 DNA test in search of the truth behind Jesse James’ demise.

A hiking adventure honeymoon turns terrifying when Linda and Dillon suddenly find themselves plunged into a living nightmare. Separated, they must battle nature's unpredictable and deadly challenges and the horrors of their worst fears, as their mental and physical limits are tested in a fight for survival. It’s live or die alone in the wild.

Jenna hasn't been interested in anyone for a long time, but suddenly a guy in an elevator catches her eye and her breath. When she finds out he's her best friend's dad, will she follow her heart? An Excerpt from Seduced By My Best Friend's Dad: “Earth to Jenna!” Britney’s voice snapped me back to reality the next day at work. “Sorry, late night,” I muttered, barely able to focus. All I could think about was Adam—his intense gaze, his touch, the tension that had hung between us all through dinner. I’d been fantasizing about him nonstop, and it was becoming a problem. “...

For Drew Lawson, there isn't anyone else as undeniably off-limits as the addictively sweet, mind-wreckingly beautiful Skylar Sullivan. Hell, she's the very definition of the girl-next-door do-gooder. And while he is officially classified as a white hat hacker by the suit-wearing folks who keep track of that sort of thing, no one would ever say that hat of his is exactly pristine. So when Skylar's arrival at his doorstep on Christmas eve leads to a downright memorable hotel mishap, Drew is convinced the universe is on some kind of convoluted mission to thaw his cold, jaded heart.

Jesse James left behind secret diaries and coded treasure maps. Working to decrypt these maps, Daniel J. Duke - the great-great-grandson of Jesse James - reveals hidden treasures yet to be recovered as well as connections between the infamous train robber and Freemasonry, the Knights Templar, the Founding Fathers, and Jewish mysticism.

Small business owners are faced with numerous challenges, and one of the biggest is navigating the complex world of taxes. This comprehensive guide covers the top 10 tax deductions for small business owners, providing you with the knowledge you need to reduce your tax liability and maximize your profits.

FedNow is a real-time payment service being developed by the US Federal Reserve to enable faster, more efficient, and secure payments. This audiobook provides an in-depth look at FedNow, covering its features, implementation and rollout, impact on financial institutions, businesses, and consumers, regulatory landscape and compliance, security and privacy considerations, and future outlook.

This audiobook is the ultimate resource for anyone interested in starting a travel business. From increased flexibility and freedom to opportunities for personal and professional growth, you'll learn about the top 10 reasons to start a travel business and how to get started.

Children’s bedtimes can be a challenge for many parents. These books can help. The stories are narrated in a intentionally calming way that has been proven to get younger children to sleep, set to soft background instrumental music. These audiobooks are created with bedtime in mind, avoiding too much drama, which may prevent kids from relaxing.

Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke explain how our brain works.

Miss Eleanor Jones is forced to find work as a governess after her father’s death. Being the daughter of a vicar gives her a certain respectability, one that she uses to her advantage. Her new position comes with unavoidable issues. The biggest one? Her new charge’s wildly attractive uncle…. She does her best to keep her distance, but he’s making it difficult at every turn.

Meet Carrie Adams: Serious. Disciplined. Focused. But as an aspiring actress, she’s at the mercy of casting directors who barely glance at her headshot before making snap judgments about her talent based solely on her looks. She feels powerless…until one night she goes from snarling at her obnoxiously attractive coworker (musician-slash-bartender Nick Stokes) to wanting to kill him. Literally. Turns out Nick has become LA’s latest vampire and she is his chosen Slayer.

Trinity Espinoza is having the worst birthday of her life. Her room-mate just up and left, she's been called in to work the graveyard shift, and a druggie snags a scalpel and tries to kid-nap her. Just because the man who saves her happens to be fresh from prison doesn't mean he isn't a hero, and if her anxiety doesn't interfere, she just might tell him so. Eric Marchado did two years for the job that ended everything--his family, his life as he knew it, and any hope he ever had. Now he finds himself back out in the world, utterly alone, until he runs into an old acquaintance at the bus ...