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From National Book Award finalist and New York Times best-selling author Jason Reynolds comes a genre-defying new novel that serves as an homage to sharing the stories we all hold within ourselves.

Filled with witty humour, absurd mishaps, and unpredictable time loops, The Temporal Travel Agency is a lighthearted romp through time and space that will leave you laughing and wanting more!

In 10 Mind-Bending Ways Quantum Physics Is Rewriting Reality, you’ll discover how the bizarre rules of the quantum world are transforming not only science, but also philosophy, technology, and our everyday experience of being alive. From particles that can be in two places at once to quantum entanglement that Einstein famously called “spooky action at a distance,” this book takes you on a thrilling tour through the strangest terrain in modern science. But it doesn’t stop at the weirdness. It shows how quantum discoveries are already reshaping the very foundations of reality.

A desperate scientist's radical attempt to cure his dying daughter unleashes an ancient, predatory potential within humanity, forcing him to confront a shadowy conspiracy and the monstrous consequences of playing God before his creation reshapes the world. Dr. Marcel Johnston, a brilliant scientist driven by the imminent loss of his terminally ill daughter, Calista, stakes everything on Project Fledge—a revolutionary serum designed to unlock humanity's ultimate potential and conquer disease.

On a fated summer night in the city of New Haven, Connecticut, Jacob Hale crashes his car into a pedestrian girl, Madeline Arbor, crippling her for life. Ridden with guilt he visits her in the hospital. Here an unlikely friendship develops between the two young people who bond over their mutual love of heavy metal music and horror films. When Madeline is released from hospital care a tentative romance begins. Following an attempt on Jacob’s life by Madeline’s disapproving father, Jacob breaks the relationship off. Fifteen years later, unexpectedly, they meet again.

Decades after the terror of the original Zodiac killer shook the Bay Area, a cunning copycat emerges, reigniting fear across San Francisco. FBI Special Agent Jeannie Loomis, now head of the San Francisco bureau, is called in to lead the high-stakes investigation. Loomis, a seasoned investigator with a personal history of pursuing notorious criminals, finds herself drawn into a psychological cat-and-mouse game as the new killer mirrors the gruesome methods of the original Zodiac, but with a chilling modern twist—taunting the authorities through encrypted emails.

In a world where corruption knows no bounds, one small town stands on the edge of justice and chaos. Rider of the Frontier follows the gripping tale of Sheriff Seth Bowman and his brother Kit as they confront the ruthless Al Rohan and his band of Rivermen in the rugged landscape of the 1870s New Mexico Territory. Amidst corruption and betrayal, the Bowman brothers fight to bring justice to their community.

A few hours in a sterile waiting room nothing more. But when hours turn into days, and no one seems to leave through the door labeled “ASSESSMENT,” Simon begins to unravel. Haunted by the memory of his brother Tommy, who died institutionalized, Simon begins to suspect this room isn’t just part of the system. It is the system. And the longer he waits, the more he forgets what he was ever waiting for.

Have you ever questioned reality? Not in the abstract, philosophical way, but in the eerie, spine-tingling moments when the world just doesn’t seem quite right? Like when a stranger says exactly what you were thinking. When the same numbers keep following you. When time seems to skip. Or when you look in the mirror and wonder: am I real—or just playing a role I didn’t choose?

Retire Now, Retire Happy is a quick, funny, and deeply refreshing guide to finding purpose, peace, and joy after you clock out for good. Whether you’re newly retired, counting down the days, or searching for the perfect gift for a retiring friend, parent, coworker, or spouse—this is the retirement book that changes everything.

A mansion with a hellish past. A serial killer with a shadow. A city about to boil over. Having received a letter about a murder in the country mansion of Wild Boar Hall, Alderman James is only too happy to leave the city to investigate. For too long the seemingly endless cycle of murders in the Liberties has weighed on him. While the Alderman investigates this pastoral distraction, a sinister plan is set in motion back in Dublin. One that has James at the very heart of it all! Fear and paranoia return to the streets and things are made worse still when a new killer realizes he has a fan.

Luke Beckett is anything but your average Hollywood vice squad detective. A cop who refuses to play the game, he is like some Avenging Angel always quick to judge, and to punish with his rock-hard fists those who don’t see his way. Forced to resign after a prostitute bust goes awry, he accepts a police lieutenant position in that God-forsaken place, Palm Springs, where there is hardly enough action to keep his blood circulating.

What is life on the run really like? Featuring never-before heard interviews, this ground-breaking audio original gets you closer to the reality than ever before. Join Nick Reynolds as he explores the reality of the life of a fugitive. Using his own experiences of growing up on the run with the Great Train Robbers in Central America, Nick talks with some infamous fugitives and their families as they share their extraordinary experiences.

General Keith Brennan would rather face an army with his trusty rifle than attend another state dinner. When the president of the solar system is assassinated on Mars, Brennan is the obvious choice to investigate. If he comes up with the wrong answer, though, his career will be over.

In the wake of the Titanic disaster, the RMS Mackay-Bennett is commissioned to recover the bodies of those lost at sea. The film opens with stock footage of the Titanic's departure from Southampton, followed by the harrowing news of its sinking. As the Carpathia rushes to rescue survivors, the Mackay-Bennett prepares for its grim mission, setting the stage for a story of loss, duty, and the human spirit. Captain Frederick Larnder, a seasoned mariner, leads his crew into the icy Atlantic, determined to bring dignity to the deceased.

The world we live in presents itself as orderly, predictable, and governed by consistent rules—gravity pulls downward, the sun rises in the east, and time moves steadily forward. Our daily experience, guided by logic, memory, and sensory feedback, creates a sense of permanence and coherence that we seldom stop to question. We trust in this continuity because it is the foundation upon which our understanding of reality is built. But what happens when, for the briefest of moments, reality falters?

Love watches but don’t have a trust fund? Think collecting great timepieces means spending thousands? Think again. Watches for the Rest of Us is the ultimate guide to building a killer watch collection—without breaking the bank. From $50 Casios to $500 Seikos, this book shows you how to find hidden gems, avoid scams, and buy the right watches for the right reasons—all while keeping your bank account intact.

Fred Bracken is headed back to the tiny Montana community where he grew up after being an inpatient in a military psychiatric hospital for a year. Still pestered by nightmares and flashbacks from the war that left him with severe PTSD, he wonders what life will look like. He wants to marry his childhood sweetheart, but how can that happen? Her father is in prison. She has two children by prior marriages, is living with her mom, and working to support them all. He has no home, no family, and no job skills other than ranching.

Drink Like a Legend. Or at Least Like a Pirate. Rum is more than just a drink—it’s a lifestyle, a statement, and possibly the best bad decision you’ll ever make. Whether you’re a rum rookie or a seasoned sipper, this book delivers hard-earned wisdom, hilarious insights, and a guide to drinking rum like a legend.

Turning your entrepreneurial dreams into reality starts with securing the right funding. 'Fund Your Dreams' provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the startup capital landscape. Explore various funding options, including bootstrapping, crowdfunding, angel investors, venture capital, and government grants. Learn how to create a compelling pitch deck, negotiate funding terms, and build a strong financial foundation for your business. This book empowers you to confidently secure the capital you need to launch and grow your startup.