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Two novel-length sci-fi stories in one? Check. A mix of hot human and alien women? Check. Capable MCs who know how to get things done? Double check.

Jeff Hanson, an ex–Marine sniper, was getting by in life as a rancher on the Arizona-Mexico border until his wife’s recent battle with cancer wiped him out financially and hollowed him out emotionally. Then he encounters a young Mexican boy, Miguel, and his mother as they are fleeing from a vicious drug cartel. Jim calls the Border Patrol but is soon confronted by cartel soldiers who demand he turn over the mother and son. Jim refuses and is drawn into a shootout, narrowly escaping with Miguel and his mother, who has been fatally shot.

Having honorably served for over 22 combined years in both the Navy and the Army, the author unveils true and never-before revealed military stories that explicitly beg the question, why? He shares verifiable insight derived entirely from what he has done, seen, and knows to be true about himself and the current state of young adult Soldiers today.

DANNY WALLACE IS A MAN.And a man is a very tricky thing to be these days. A toe-curling moment, an embarrassing faux-pas or a bewildering social situation is always just round the corner.Danny's Summer is passed by having his party gatecrashed by a minor celebrity, sniffing at strangers and discovering the joys of wearing little pyjamas, to his wife's horror.

This collection contains some of Jackie French's most popular and best-loved wombats books. Renowned for her knowledge, admiration and love for wombats, Jackie French's The Wonderful World of Wombats will reveal the day-to-day lives of this fascinating Australian animal.

Born in 1957 in Deptford, south London, Danny's first job after dropping out of school at the age of 15 was in One Stop Records, a small record shop in London's West End, frequented by Elton John and Mick Jagger, a store rather like the one in High Fidelity.

Danny Cipriani has always been searching for something. On the pitch, it was a line-break or space. A chink of light to dart through. An angle that no one else could see. Off the pitch, it was seeking a path through the pressure, fame and chaos that came with being anointed the ‘Saviour of English Rugby’. Who Am I? is the raw and powerful memoir of a man of mercurial talent who, with the world at his feet, made his England rugby debut aged 20.

Up-and-coming screenwriter Beatrix Noel's dream project is finally a reality—her 90s-era script is in production. Less dreamy is the A-list actor in the starring role—none other than Rocco Riziero, who jilted Beatrix on New Year's Eve back in 1999. Without his celebrity status, the project would likely still be withering on her hard drive, but that doesn't mean Beatrix won't shame him at every opportunity on-set—especially when it becomes painfully obvious he doesn't even remember her.

Teachers deal with change on a regular basis, but there are some principles at the core of teaching that remain constant and that have the biggest impact on student achievement. In this inspiring book from the authors', bestselling author and speaker, you’ll learn how to focus on the most important things in the classroom, not just the "current" things. The authors reveal essential truths that will make you a more effective educator in areas such as student relationships, classroom management, and classroom culture.

School principals are constantly being pulled in different directions. How do you focus on the things that matter most? In this inspiring book from Danny Steele, creator of the popular Steele Thoughts blog, and Todd Whitaker, bestselling author and speaker, you’ll learn how to center your leadership on your core values and the practices that have the biggest impact.

In a quiet country farmhouse, Britain’s vampires gather. The Coven meet once every 50 years to discuss territories, disputes, threats, and food stocks - and to approve new members. For one is coming tonight who could be joining their ranks if they all agree. Unwitting Essex boy Sebastian Crockett thinks he’s on a promise with sexy Vanessa.

Danny Wallace faces the absurdities, trivialities and challenges of being a man every day. It's not for everyone. Half the world don't have to.

Why do so many deals that look good on paper end up in tatters? Deal makers often treat the handshake or signed contract - getting to "yes" - as the final destination in their bargaining journey rather than the start of a cooperative venture. Even worse, most companies reward negotiators on the basis of the number and size of the deals they're signing, giving them no incentive to negotiate deals that actually work.

American Exceptionalism and American Innocence examines the stories we’re told that lead us to think that the U.S. is a force for good in the world, regardless of slavery, the genocide of indigenous people, and the more than a century’s worth of imperialist war that the U.S. has wrought on the planet. Roberto Sirvent and Danny Haiphong detail just what Captain America’s shield tells us about the pretensions of U.S. foreign policy, how Angelina Jolie and Bill Gates engage in humanitarian imperialism, and more.

Behind Closed Doors by Gary Lineker and Danny Baker is a rollicking inside guide to football that shares never-before-told dressing room tales and behind-the-scenes stories from Gary and Danny’s time in football and broadcasting. Full of new and exclusive stories from Gary and Danny that have never appeared on the podcast - or anywhere - before, Behind Closed Doors is full of the intimate details of life in and around the game we all love.

Unlock the secrets of successful REIT investing with this comprehensive guide! Discover the many benefits of investing in real estate investment trusts, including steady income streams, potential for capital appreciation, low volatility, and diversification.

After the most dangerous and wonderful month of his life, Carter’s time as a fugitive has ended. He and Allison can now return to Texas, his home, and visit his family without fear he’ll be arrested. Sadly, Allison’s problems remain. The alien bounty hunters have lost her scent... but they’re still out there. Still, Carter hopes to enjoy a reunion with his family and introduce them to Allison, the love of his life. Everything is working out great until Carter’s old girlfriend, Barbara Smith, ends up entangled in an alien conspiracy even more dangerous than the one he and Allison just escaped.

Ten-year-old Joss’s greatest ambition is to be Class Monitor at school. But she’s about to go one step further. It’s Take Your Kid to Work Day, and Joss’s dad takes her to the games company he works for. When the boss calls a meeting and tells them he’s giving his job away to the person with the best idea for a company game-changer...Joss sticks her hand up. And the next thing she knows, Joss is the boss. Joss is thrilled. Dad is horrified.

When a young boy visits his friend, Mary, he finds out it’s honey harvest day! Even though Mary’s family lives in the big city of Chicago, they have honeybees in their backyard. Follow along to learn about beekeeping and lots of cool stuff about the honeybee!

I’d thought my life was over, but a literal goddess gave me a second chance. Now, I’m living in a new world, have an awesome power growing inside me, and have not one, but two beautiful, superpowered women by my side.