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The Folded Sky (White Space)
Par Elizabeth Bear. 2025
Dr. Sunya Song embarks on an interstellar journey across the Milky Way to connect with the artificial intelligence known as…
Baomind, a moon-sized entity that holds the key to humanity&’s survival amidst cosmic challenges and unforeseen threats in Hugo Award–winning author Elizabeth Bear&’s next epic science fiction novel.Information doesn&’t want to be free. Information wants to vanish without a trace. Sunya Song&’s job is to stop that from happening. She&’s an archinformist: a specialist historian whose job usually involves sitting at a console at her university job near the Galactic Core, sorting ancient documents and restoring corrupted files. But now, the research opportunity of a lifetime has sent her—along with her teenage children and alien wife—halfway across the galaxy to preserve the data and aid in the retrieval of the archaeological find of the century: an ancient alien artificial intelligence called Baomind. As vast as a stellar system, the Baomind orbits a dying red giant, and the star&’s time has nearly ended. The isolated research station and its small fleet of ships come under attack by fanatic Freeport pirates who believe that artificial intelligence is an abomination that must be destroyed, putting the lives of Sunya and her family at risk. Tens of thousands of lightyears from home, isolated from all help, Sunya is the only one who can save them all.
Goodbye, My Princess
Par Fei Wo Si Cun. 2010
The only thing more dangerous than a king is his heir in this first English translation of the romantic tragedy…
that inspired the popular TV series from one of China&’s best-known authors of heartbreak—perfect for readers of Captive Prince and Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation.There is no room for love in an empire. Qu Xiaofeng has been living in Shangjing for three years now. A naïve, happy-go-lucky treaty bride from the desert kingdom of Xiliang, she has everything she could ever want as the crown princess of the Li Empire—everything except the crown prince&’s heart. Because Li Chengyin is a heartless boy. Cruel, jealous, and ruthless, he has given his adolescence to the cutthroat contention for the throne and, now that he is the heir presumptive, largely ignores his bride in favor of the girl he seems to really love. Xiaofeng doesn&’t mind…much. It leaves her more time to sneak out of the manor to go drinking and riding in the streets, living just the way she wants to. But one day another boy shows up, claiming to be a sweetheart from a life she can&’t remember having lived. As Xiaofeng puzzles out the tangled threads of her past and her complicated feelings about the enigmatic, distant husband she loves and hates in equal measure, what she doesn&’t realize is that she&’s setting a course straight to tragedy. Because the only place more dangerous than the palace is the crown prince&’s court, the only thing harder to be than a king is his heir, and the path to the throne is paved with blood. Power will always have its price—the only question is if Xiaofeng will survive long enough to pay.
Staying Married is the Hardest Part: A Memoir of Passion, Secrets, and Sacrifice
Par Bonnie Comfort. 2025
For fans of Lori Gottlieb&’s Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, a contemporary memoir by a psychologist whose sexual conflict…
with her screenwriter husband threatens to destroy her marriage.Can a loving relationship endure career setbacks, infidelities, and mismatched sexual desires? This is the question psychologist Bonnie Comfort grapples with as she navigates her unpredictable thirty-year marriage to Hollywood screenwriter Bob, while she provides marital therapy to others. Bob is affectionate, brilliant, and hilarious—but his sexual desires are incompatible with Bonnie's. Despite her misgivings, she indulges his kinks, which often include photographing her in lingerie. Their Hollywood life is exciting, but eventually Bob's growing career frustrations lead to his complete sexual shutdown. Tensions rise, and Bob suggests Bonnie have discreet affairs and not tell him. She does just that—but when she confesses her infidelities five years later, his sexual demands become more extreme. When she complies, Bonnie feels shame; when she refuses, as she increasingly does, their fights threaten to tear their marriage apart. Bonnie understands the rhythm of disconnection and repair that is common in love relationships. With honesty and vulnerability, she recounts the highs and lows of her own marriage which sadly ends with Bob's death. As she grieves, Bonnie reflects on her role in their marital struggles and offers profound insights from personal and professional experience. Her story lays bare the complexities of love, the ongoing challenges women face in intimate relationships, and how even difficult marriages can find a way to thrive.
Love on Tour: A Novel
Par Lee Adams. 2025
For fans of Jennifer Weiner and Helen Fielding, a debut contemporary women&’s fiction novel about a woman in the country…
music industry navigating the ins and outs of friendship, love, jealousy, and life on tour.Who knew a broken heel and bad fall would result in falling in love? Though she has her dream job—finding new songs for singers in the booming country music industry—music executive Christine Matthews lives an unexciting life. That is, until a broken shoe sends her sprawling on the street right in front of Nashville singing sensation Austin Garrett&’s tour bus, and Austin himself comes to her aid. When Austin recognizes Christine as the woman who pitched him his recent number one hit, he invites her to be his date at the CMT Awards that night. Just like that, Christine is catapulted from a life of solitude to the spotlight, with Austin&’s fans assuming she&’s his new romantic interest. Suddenly, Christine&’s the subject of much speculation—and criticism. Some jealous fans think she&’s not pretty or thin enough, and they begin to cyber-bully and body shame her. But that&’s not the only reason Christine thinks accepting Austin&’s invitation to join him on tour and help him find another big hit might be a bad idea. She&’s also developing feelings for his tour manager, Matt. And one of her online bullies has turned threatening, bringing up trauma from Christine&’s past. Is the turmoil worth it? Or is her only real solution to walk away from all of it—even the man who might just be the love of her life?
Lionel Fogarty in Poetry and Politics (Modern and Contemporary Poetry and Poetics)
Par Dashiell Moore, Philip Morrissey. 2025
Since the publication of his first poetry collection Kargun in 1980, Lionel Fogarty has produced some of the most complex,…
playful and strident poems written in English, and has been regarded by some as the greatest Aboriginal Australian poet of his generation. While over the course of his career, Fogarty has had relatively little recognition in awards or grants, recent attention to his work suggests a new turn in how his poetry is read and understood in Australia and overseas. Emerging from these conversations, Lionel Fogarty in Poetry and Politics illuminates the craft and art of Fogarty’s poetry in hand with his political activism in order to open his work for new readers and researchers. Bringing together a wide range of critical and creative voices in the first book-length study of Fogarty’s work, this essay collection represents a landmark moment for the study of Indigenous studies, poetry and poetics, Australian literature, and for future work on Fogarty’s poetry.
Bioethics and Social Ethics in The Modern World: The Environmental and Social Sustainability Context(s)
Par Nikša Alfirević, Ivan Pavić, Suzana Vuletić. 2025
This book explores the philosophical analysis of attitudes and values and sustainable behaviors in fields such as healthcare, social sciences,…
economics in the context of environmental studies. It firstly investigates the fundamental concept of bioethics with relevant case studies related to the issues of human life and preservation of dignity. The authors then move on to discuss the application of (bio)ethical principles in contemporary society and within the market economy. The last part of the book brings together a variety of perspectives on the general philosophical and ethical foundations of sustainable behavior based on the idea of human dignity. This book offers a guide to understanding responsible sustainability practices in various fields, while considering the social benefits and economic effectiveness of sustainable behaviors.
Medizinrecht: Casebook (Springer-Lehrbuch)
Par Christian Katzenmeier, Claudia Achterfeld. 2025
Das Casebook präsentiert die prüfungsrelevanten Fragen des Medizinrechts anhand von über 50 ausgewählten Fällen und Lösungen. Neben den zentralen zivilrechtrechtlichen…
Themenkreisen werden verfassungsrechtliche, strafrechtliche, sozialversicherungsrechtliche und prozessrechtliche Probleme dargestellt und erörtert. Damit dient das Casebook nicht nur der Ausbildung im Schwerpunktbereich, sondern in weiten Teilen zudem der Vertiefung des Pflichtfachstoffs und Vorbereitung auf das juristische Staatsexamen.
BUiD Doctoral Research Conference 2024: Multidisciplinary Studies (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering #587)
Par Ahmed Awad, Khalid Al Marri, Farzana Asad Mir, Ahmed Abubakar. 2025
This book presents selected contributions on a wide range of scientific and technological areas originating from the BUiD Doctoral Research…
Conference (BDRC 2024). It discusses the following topics: project management, macroeconomic factors, Fourth Industrial Revolution, agility, multiculturalism, diversity, inclusion, leadership, language, discourse analysis, curriculum, critical thinking, programming, online learning, and natural ventilation. The contributions reflect the multifaceted nature of the research in three academic disciplines, i.e., humanities, formal science, and applied science. This publication shares with its readers' genuine research studies and reflections from practitioners on the current practice and understanding in the three academic disciplines. The significant findings of these studies have considerable educational, industrial, and economic implications.
Die vorliegende Studie beleuchtet den bislang wenig erforschten Erfahrungsraum von Studierenden, die als Migrationsandere markiert werden und scheinbar alle Ungleichheiten…
überwunden haben. Das zentrale Anliegen dieser qualitativ-empirischen Untersuchung besteht in der Analyse der Rassismus- und Diskriminierungserfahrungen rassifizierter Studierender sowie ihrer Bewältigungsstrategien. Die Ergebnisse der mit dem Preis für herausragende Masterarbeiten des Interdisziplinären Zentrums für Migrations- und Integrationsforschung der Universität Duisburg-Essen ausgezeichneten Studie verdeutlichen eindrücklich, dass eine umfassende Auseinandersetzung der Hochschule mit dem Thema Rassismus dringend erforderlich ist.
Plant MicroRNAs: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology #2900)
Par Stefan De Folter. 2025
This second volume is a collection of new and updated protocols to study miRNA functions in plants. Chapters guide readers…
from the identification and detection of plant miRNAs, bioinformatic analyses, to strategies for functional analysis of miRNAs and their targets. Furthermore, it contains a few introductory chapters on plant miRNA functioning and, on their conservation, and evolution. Written in the format of the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series, each chapter includes an introduction to the topic, lists necessary materials and reagents, includes tips on troubleshooting and known pitfalls, and step-by-step, readily reproducible protocols. Authoritative and cutting-edge, Plant MicroRNAs: Methods and Protocols, Second Edition aims to provide protocols to help new researchers while also supporting established researchers to broaden the scope of their investigations.
You've Awoken Her
Par Ann Davila Cardinal. 2025
“Cardinal’s tale lures you in with a great cast and then it wraps its tendrils around you."— Cynthia Pelayo, Bram Stoker…
Award-winning author of Vanishing Daughters"Quick, funny, with relatable teens and unknowable cosmic horrors." — Adam Cesare, author of the Clown in a Cornfield seriesFans of You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight and Your Lonely Nights Are Over will love this thrilling YA horror about a string of disappearances and "accidental" drownings in the Hamptons, the changing relationship between two best friends, and their desperate attempt to not be the next victims of a Lovecraftian monster terrorizing the coastline. Gabi should be thrilled to be visiting his best friend for the summer. But with its mansions, country clubs, and Ruth’s terrible new boyfriend, Frost Thurston, the Hamptons is the last place he wants to be. And then Gabi witnesses a woman being dragged under the ocean by what looks like a tentacle . . .When no one—not the police or anyone else—seems to care, Gabi starts to wonder if maybe the beachside town’s bad vibes are more real than he thought. As the number of “accidental” deaths begins to climb, the Thurston family name keeps rising to the top. And what’s worse is that all the signs point to something lurking beneath the water—something with a hunger for blood. Can Gabi figure out how the two are intertwined and put an end to the string of deaths . . . before becoming the water’s next victim?
Murder Takes a Vacation: A Novel
Par Laura Lippman. 2025
“Murder Takes a Vacation has all Laura Lippman's trademark razor-sharp insight and effortlessly absorbing writing, plus huge amounts of warmth…
and fun. Mrs. Blossom is a pure joy, and I'm already hoping for more.” –Tana FrenchHighly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Laura Lippman returns with an irresistible mystery featuring Muriel Blossom, a former private investigator and middle-aged widow whose vacation on a Parisian river cruise turns into a deadly international mystery…that only she can solve. A New York Times “Best Beach Reads of Summer” One of Washington Post’s “Best Mysteries to Read This Summer”One of Boston Globe's "Books to Add to Your Summer Reading List"One of Minneapolis Star Tribune's "24 terrific books for the beach, cabin or lawn chair you’ll want to read this summer"One of Chicago Tribune's Summer Books 2025Mrs. Blossom has a knack for blending into the background, which was an asset during her days assisting private investigator Tess Monaghan. But when she finds a winning lottery ticket in a parking lot, everything changes. She is determined to see the world that she sometimes feels is passing her by.When Mrs. Blossom booked her cruise through France on the MS Solitaire, she did not expect to meet Allan on her transatlantic flight. He is the first man who’s sparked something inside her since her beloved husband passed.She also didn’t expect Allan to be found, dead, twenty-four hours later in Paris, a city he wasn’t supposed to be in.Now Mrs. Blossom doesn’t know who to trust on board the ship, especially when a mystifying man, Danny, keeps popping up around every corner, always present when things go awry. He is convinced that Allan was transporting a stolen piece of art, and Mrs. Blossom knows more than she lets on, regarding both the artifact and Allan’s death.Mrs. Blossom’s questions only increase as the cruise sails down the Seine. Why does it feel like she is being followed? Who was Allan, and why was he killed? Most alarmingly, why do these mysterious men keep flirting with her?
A Fiery Spirit: A Bright Heart Novel (A Bright Heart)
Par Kate Chenli. 2025
Even after defeating her murderer, Prince Ren, Mingshin has no time to rest. The youngest prince's shocking death leaves the…
royal family shaken, and Mingshin is determined to get answers. She soon discovers that Wen was killed by a magical olfactory-delivered poison that drove him to suicide. But which dark sorcerer is responsible? The Night Dragon, Ren's shadowy master, has yet to show his face. Mingshin knows it is only a matter of time before he discovers that she carries the immensely powerful Divine Stone. She already used the stone once to change the world's timeline and cannot imagine what will happen if he uses it to gain power. As the Night Dragon closes in, Mingshin must decide whether she trusts her friends enough to share the secrets of the powerful stone she is fated to protect. Will Jieh, who has been raised to loathe the use of magic, continue loving her after he learns she's becoming a mage? Mingshin must find the courage to unveil her true powers to her friends to stop the Night Dragon from destroying this timeline once and for all.
The Lost Masterpiece: A Novel
Par B. A. Shapiro. 2025
An enigmatic painting. The mystery of who painted it. A riveting thriller from the bestselling author of The Art Forger. In…
a gripping novel full of plot twists, B. A. Shapiro embeds us in a circle of famous painters in late-nineteenth-century Paris, centering on the anguished Impressionist artist Berthe Morisot—the one woman in their midst who never got her due—and the story of Morisot&’s great-great-great-great granddaughter, Tamara Rubin, who has inherited Édouard Manet&’s Party on the Seine, a painting that completely upends her life. When Tamara inherits Party, she discovers a long-hidden family history replete with unanswered questions: How had it been stolen by the Nazis? How had the painting managed to survive three disasters that destroyed every other artwork around it? And most of all, why had she never known about her ancestor, Berthe Morisot? As the painting begins to metamorphose into darker and more terrifying versions of itself, Tamara&’s ordinary life is thrown into turmoil. What wounds and resentments plagued Morisot, and to what lengths will her spirit go for revenge?The Lost Masterpiece is a story of love, adultery, betrayal, family secrets, and the grueling birth of Impressionism, taking the reader on a whirlwind adventure from the streets of Paris in the late 1800s and the studio Berthe Morisot shared with Manet, Degas, and Renoir to the present day. Shapiro brings Berthe&’s world to life, tracing her work through generations of descendants and introducing us to a painter as brilliant and original as her male counterparts across 150 years of triumphs, struggles, passions, animosities, and malevolence.
The Gift of Not Belonging: How Outsiders Thrive in a World of Joiners
Par Rami Kaminski. 2025
From a renowned psychiatrist comes the first book to explore the otrovert personality—someone who feels like an outsider in any…
group—revealing all the advantages of being an otrovert. Were you the kid who never wanted to join after school clubs or go to sleepaway camp? Do you loathe parties but love spending time with close friends one-on-one? Are you allergic to teamwork but thrive creatively and professionally when working alone? Do you struggle to fit in? If so, you are likely an otrovert. Otroverts are not natural born joiners. Unlike introverts, they are not shy or quiet, and do not quickly tire from one-on-one socializing. Yet in large groups they feel uncomfortable, alienated, and alone. Unlike those who have been excluded or marginalized, otroverts are embraced and often quite popular. Yet they never feel like they truly belong. In a culture that puts a premium on joining, many otroverts have gone through life feeling misunderstood. But, contrary to what we have been taught, argues psychiatrist Rami Kaminski, belonging is not a requirement for living a rich, rewarding life. Quite the opposite. When you have no affinity for a particular group, your self-worth is not conditioned on the group&’s approval. You can enjoy deep connection in individual relationships without the obligation to follow the rules the group follows, or care about what the group cares about. Best of all, you know of no other way to think or be, other than for yourself.The Gift of Not Belonging urges otroverts to embrace their unique gifts, and equips them with the knowledge and tools to thrive in a communal world.
Explore some of the easiest and most rewarding hikes through Utah, Arizona, and Colorado's otherworldly landscapes—with descriptions of the unique…
flora, fauna, and geology any hiker can discover along the trail. From the towering cliffs of Zion to the ancient dwellings of Mesa Verde; from the bighorn sheep of Arches National Park to the Martian-looking landscapes of the Petrified Forest—each trail featured in Southwest Canyon Country's Best Nature Walks beckons with the promise of adventure and discovery. But these are not the epic treks of seasoned adventurers or the grueling expeditions of intrepid explorers. Instead, these are brief excursions—often chosen for being less crowded and for their proximity to the road—that can be enjoyed by families, solo travelers, and nature enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat into the wilderness or simply craving a breath of fresh air, this book has something for everyone.
A gorgeously designed, comprehensive guide to uncovering and interpreting the unique energy fields that surround us, harnessing them for growth,…
healing, and shaping our realities, from aura photographer Eileen Lee. Your energy introduces you before you even speak. Our physical bodies exist within larger energy fields known as our &“auras,&” each with a unique shape, size, and frequency that reflect our individual mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual states, connecting our chakras and radiating from and through us. This complex system of electromagnetic energy acts as a prism, reflecting vibrations from our thoughts, feelings, and experiences back to us as the colors of the rainbow. Understanding the aura and its chakras and colors can provide profound insight that leads to growth, healing, and expanded possibilities. This stunningly illustrated guide unlocks the secrets to using your aura as your personal energetic blueprint through the journey of the human experience—one that you can use to mold and shape your reality.
How to Spot a Mermaid: A Field Guide to Magical Sea People
Par Sarah Glenn Marsh. 2025
A vibrant, illustrated guide to the mermaids and sea creatures living in the oceans, rivers, and streams (yes, really!) around…
the world. For centuries, sailors have told tales of majestic—sometimes dangerous—creatures lurking beneath the ocean waves. Over the years, however, researchers have traced these legends to the very real world of merfolk. From yemayas and morgen to sirens, frosties, and more, this illustrated compendium of mermaids takes a deeper look at the different species swimming in seas around the world and highlights their magical abilities. Complete with interactive quizzes (e.g. "What&’s Your Mermaid Personality?") and activities/crafts (e.g. Beachcombing: Identifying Fossils; Brew Your Own Ocean Potion), this field guide will sweep you away on an underwater adventure!
Rick Steves Berlin (Rick Steves Travel Guide)
Par Rick Steves. 2023
Marvel at the Brandenburg Gate, climb the Reichstag's dome, and check out Checkpoint Charlie with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Berlin…
you'll find:Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for exploring Berlin Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the colorful East Side Gallery and the Memorial of the Berlin Wall to cozy corner biergartens How to connect with local culture: Raise a pint with the locals and sample schnitzel, stroll through hip Prenzlauer Berg, or cruise down the Spree River Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relaxSelf-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Detailed neighborhood maps for exploring on the go Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Berlin's neighborhoods, as well as day trips to Potsdam, Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum, and Wittenberg Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Berlin.Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Germany.
The Equity Edge: How Addressing Bias in Recruiting and Retention Drives Success
Par Jenn Tardy. 2025
From a well-known consultant and speaker, a &“must-read&” (Kevin Grossman) guide to identifying the pain points along the hiring and…
talent-development process, where bias keeps managers and recruiters from making better decisions More than ever, companies are scrambling to diversify their workplaces. But hiring managers, HR departments, and recruiters remain largely in the dark about how to do this. The Equity Edge lays out the hurdles that face diverse groups of job seekers and employees. At each stage of the hiring and retaining process—finding, attracting, engaging, selecting, and developing talent—managers need to challenge their idea of who is qualified for a job, and potential employees need to know how to navigate the pitfalls of bias. Readers will learn about: The concept of &“underexplored biases&” we can have, from pedigree bias to competitor bias and professionalism bias The importance of having an employment brand that is separate from your corporate brand How to take into account a person&’s Lived Experience Intelligence (LEI), the diverse knowledge, skills, and abilities that they&’ve gained throughout their lifetime How to shift from an unrealistic bias-free ideal to a bias-aware model that promotes proactive acknowledgment and constructive action This book helps experts, leaders, recruiters, and job seekers make better decisions as they navigate the employment cycle.