Sentience: A Science Fiction Exploration of AI Through An Epic Turing Test - Book 1
Robots, sex, lies, adventure, and chaos. Who can you trust when you can't trust yourself? And what truly defines humanity and consciousness? Running from a violent past, Leo Knox desperately decides to participate in a scientific experiment conducted by the infamous and greedy tech-giant, AlgorithmOS. Soon, Leo learns that she has agreed to take part in a Turing Test, a test that measures the ability of artificial intelligence to blend in among humanity, but what she doesn't know is that the test set to take place is unlike any other of its kind. Leo enters Eden, the contained preserve where the test will occur, with twenty-three others. While everyone appears to be human, four of the individuals are an indistinguishably advanced form of humanoid AI. The task is simple: identify the AI while trying to survive. The twist? The four AI are completely unaware of their nature, causing every participant to question what they know as reality.
The Color of the Season (The Color of Heaven Series Book 7)
From USA Today bestselling author Julianne MacLean comes the next instalment in her popular Color of Heaven series - a gripping, emotional tale about real life magic that touches us all during the holiday season... Boston cop, Josh Wallace, is having the worst day of his life. First, he's dumped by the woman he was about to propose to, then everything goes downhill from there when he is shot in the line of duty. While recovering in the hospital, he can't seem to forget the woman he wanted to marry, nor can he make sense of the vivid images that flashed before his eyes when he was wounded on the job. As the holiday season approaches, everything he once believed about his life begins to shift when he meets Leah James, an enigmatic resident doctor who somehow holds the key to both his past and his future. Through his connection with Leah -- and the unbelievable journey she takes him on--Josh soon learns that miracles can happen to anyone -- especially at Christmastime...
The God Queen (Rebirth Book 1)
The God Queen returns. So, why is everyone squelching her power? In a backwater Earth town, Rei Ettowa dreams of traveling across the stars to destroy Infiernen - the knight who murdered her brother. When Rei discovers she is the reincarnation of the prophesied God Queen, she relishes her newfound ability to channel lightning for revenge. Unfortunately, blazing through a battlefield clashes with the Federation's plan for Rei and the others like her. All the gods are to be trained as diplomatic figureheads to sway voters, not agents of war. Infiernen must remain untouched. Unable to let go of her brother's murder, Rei finds Infiernen. But instead of killing him, Rei discovers a secret the Federation has been keeping from her about her brother. Now Rei is mad as hell. Her enemies must pay. But who are they? And what else is the Federation hiding from her?
The Cursed Witch (The Coven: Fae Magic Book 1)
What is magic? My name is Saraphina Proctor... and that's the only thing I can remember. I woke up alone, surrounded by darkness with no memory. No one here knows who I am, I don't fit any of the missing persons reports, and the doctors can't find a single thing wrong with me... my memory... my life... they're just... gone. But something lurks in the shadows in Salem, watching me... waiting. I feel its eyes on my back and my name whispered in the wind. Even in the light of day the friendly smiles around town put me on edge. Someone isn't telling me the truth but I will find out what happened to me... and I think Riah knows more than his pretty mouth is telling me. There's a story in those golden eyes of his, now I just need to get close enough to him to find out... *Disclaimer: Fae Magic is Season Three in The Coven Series. It can be read as a standalone but is best to be read after Season One - Elemental Magic and Season Two Academy Magic.
Shattered Bliss (Shattered Survival Thrillers Book 1)
She's determined to live. He won't give up until her final breath. When he takes stalking to the next level, how far will she go to survive? Abby Grey barely escaped her abusive marriage. But even as she tries to put her fractured life back together, she can't elude her violent alcoholic ex's unwanted attention. And when her former spouse's daughter-in-law mysteriously vanishes, Abby fears divorce isn't enough to keep her safe. Certain that distance is her only hope for protection, she travels to the exotic mountains of Ecuador in search of asylum. But when the psychotic man starts terrorizing her family back home, she's petrified with no idea how to help them. And reconnecting with an old friend may be the worst mistake she ever makes... Can Abby find peace at last, or will she be hunted to the end of her days?
Blind Impact (The Gabriel Wolfe Thrillers Book 2)
Who's murdering RAF test pilots mid-flight? Flying a fighter jet while tripping is inadvisable. Flying it blind is suicidal. So when an RAF pilot suddenly loses his sight and crashes his Typhoon, answers are needed. Fast. British pilots are using an experimental performance-enhancing drug. SAS veteran Gabriel Wolfe discovers that someone is fatally sabotaging the top-secret testing programme. If the test succeeds, the UK will have a huge advantage over the Russians. An unholy alliance of Chechen separatists and Russian gangsters want it to fail. Two British women are snatched by the separatists. And the Farnborough Airshow is fast approaching. Gabriel has to rescue the kidnap victims and prevent another pilot's death. The mission calls for street-fighting skills, military strategy and a stint undercover as a doorman for Jonny Rocketz. It's a sleazy bar in Talinn's red light district owned by a Russian Mafia boss, Yuri Volkov. Gabriel is up for the challenge, but he's still carrying guilt for leaving a comrade's body behind in his last, disastrous mission for the SAS. Will it overwhelm him just when he needs to be at his most focused? Things get complicated when Volkov wants Gabriel to work with two of his own men.
Some Laneys Died: A Skipping Sideways Thriller
"No matter how hard it gets, there's always a version of you who can fight a little longer." Laney's world collapsed when she caught her dad cheating. He begged her not to tell, but she did. Her family fell apart and regret consumes her, especially when she learns every decision she makes spawns a new universe for the opposite choice. If only she could skip sideways to the Laney who didn't tell. But her only escape is through her imagination, until a news story blurs the lines between worlds. Two girls were murdered at the same time and same place as her father's adulterous act. Strange events lead Laney to believe their bones are connected to her and the sister she always wanted. Laney now has another decision to make. Some Laneys say yes, while others say no; some live and some die. And some skip between worlds.
House Calls
The following twenty-one stories are from actual house calls I have made in three different states during my thirty years of practice as a rural family physician. Some are humorous, some sad, some sublime. I have changed the names and in a few cases altered circumstances slightly to protect privacy as much as possible. I sincerely hope that with these measures - and with some of the details blurry enough in my memory - no one will recognize themselves or acquaintances, or take offense if they do. I hope you enjoy these stories as much as I appreciated having had the chance to live them. ~The Author
The 30-Day Carnivore Meal Plan
This zero-carb meal plan contains everything you need to get started with the Carnivore Diet. In this 30-Day Meal Plan, you get recipes every day, a weekly overview so you can see what meals you'll be eating throughout the week, weekly grocery lists, and more. This meal plan covers 4 distinct weeks on the Carnivore Diet: Strict Meat, Salt, and Water only; Meat and Eggs; Meat, Eggs and Dairy, and the most liberal Meat, Eggs, Dairy, and Seasonings. No matter where you choose to start, you're on your way to success with the Carnivore Diet while learning how to cook offal like heart, liver, and tongue; meal prepping so that you don't have to make a mess of your kitchen every meal; and seeing the nutrient values in each meal at a glance with the easy-to-read nutrition facts. The Carnivore Meal Plan works best when you have a slow cooker OR an Instant Pot, though the majority of the recipes can be made in your trusty cast iron pan right on the stove or in the oven.
The Hunt
Damaged property. Mauled animals. Mutilated bodies. There's something on the loose, prowling the dense forests of the Ozarks, leaving a trail of horror and devastation in its wake and striking fear deep in the hearts of all who live there. A monster, they say. A behemoth creature with long teeth and sharp claws. On a cold November night, three men head out into the dark wilderness, searching for the beast, hoping to take it down before it kills again. But as the men are pushed to their limits, they're left wondering if they'll survive the hunt... or will they have to sacrifice themselves in order to save the lives of others?
Riders of the Lone Star: Heck Carson Series Volume 1
Writing in the style of Louis L'Amour, Larry McMurtry and William W. Johnstone, Best-selling western author, John Spiars has created a timeless hero of the old west. The first novel in the Heck Carson Series, Riders of the Lone Star brings the wild and lawless Texas frontier to life. When the Law ain't enough... He brings Justice. The year is 1852. Settlers on the Texas frontier are at the mercy of hostile Comanche and vicious outlaws, and the only ones holding the line between life and death are a few brave men, known as Texas Rangers. Outnumbered and outgunned, they bring law and order to the untamed land. They face impossible odds with nothing more than grit, determination, and a fast gun. It is this adventure and excitement that lures sixteen-year-old Jesse "Heck" Carson to leave his families ranch to join the fight. Heck quickly learns that this life comes at a price, the cost of which is hardship, danger, and possibly his own life. The bonds of friendship, loyalty, and duty lead him into epic battles that test his courage and resolve, and along the way he learns what it means to wear the star of the Texas Rangers.
The 30-Minute Instant Pot Mini Cookbook (Pressure Cooking Made Easy Book 2)
Make Delicious, Quick and Easy Instant Pot Meals in just 30 minutes Now! Do you often struggle for time when it comes to cooking? Do you own an Instant Pot but don't know how to use it to create tasty and nutritious meals? This Instant Pot cookbook will revolutionize the way you eat! There is no doubt that cooking for one or two can be more of a challenge than cooking for a larger family. Many Instant Pot recipes that are to be found tend to be aimed at 4-6 people, so when you are looking to save time and money it isn't always easy finding one that suits. That has changed with The 30-Minute Instant Pot Mini Cookbook: Quick and Delicious 3-Quart Pressure Cooker Recipes for Weight Loss and Health, a book that is dedicated to catering for Instant Pot owners who are cooking for smaller numbers...
Safeguard: Book 1 (Thor's Dragon Rider)
Her best friend is on death's door, and respite lures a dangerous predicament. Life after the Valkyrie Academy is interesting, to say the least. Kara's new role as Thor's dragon rider lacks the battles she expected, yet keeping up with the loveable brute is entertaining in ways she least imagined. The urge for purpose is satisfied when Loki's estranged children learn of his duress and work to shatter Asgard's peace. Monsters wreak havoc from several realms. The only chance of defeating them lies in a concocted effort between dragons, gods, and Valkyries. Kara's participation veers as she races to find a means to save a friend.
Orphan's Price (Chronicles of the Seventh Realm Book 1)
On a world where magic is dying, and nations fight over the ancient artifacts, a floating city of sorcerers oversee the global economy. In an arctic city in the south, a man develops magical powers; the fist of his kind in 300 years. For a nation without magic, Ren represents a threat to their social order. Faced with a hard choice to either hide his abilities or flee his home in search for the city of sorcerers, Ren finds a single person willing to help.
COASTAL CONSPIRACY: Coastal Adventure Series Number 1
Michael "Murph" Murphy and his girlfriend, Lindsay Davis, weren't looking for a real estate investment, but they knew a great deal when they saw one. Mallard Cove Marina was ripe for the picking, but they weren't the only ones who knew it. A shadowy bomber wants to kill their deal, and them along with it. But with the help of several friends, including Murph's old boss and best friend Casey Shaw and his fiancée Dawn McAllister, they might just manage to stay alive long enough to close the deal. Will a wild band of marina charter boat crews pitch in to help, or will they leave Murph and Lindsay beached as they dodge bullets and shrapnel? Find out in this fun and suspenseful nautical adventure!
The Lazy Rabbit
An adorably illustrated sensational animal tale. in which lazy Rabbit and sensible Vole join up to travel through a barren land where savage foxy bandits lurk. Follow their journey to find out the very real and grim consequences of bullying and laziness. A cautionary new fable about indolence and intimidation for ages 6-8, it is also an allegorical tale where the powerful ignoring all warnings about impending disaster that come from the small and weak, no matter how reasonable and true, and the dire consequences that result. Dyslexia friendly edition.
A Baby's Right to Choose: A Novel
As bodies pile up in their small Ohio city, the victims have only one thing in common. Each young woman visited the local women's clinic and chose not to have an abortion. An intriguing young couple faces an impossible decision amidst a pandemic of murders. With their futures in balance, will they have their baby or decide to end the pregnancy. Conventional wisdom goes out the window when a surprising development casts suspicion on the least likely suspects.
Unforgettable Christmas Joy: Hope and Promises (The Unforgettables Book 20)
Dreams CAN come true at Christmas. Join these heroes and heroines in their search for love and joy at this special time of year. Whether it's in the wilds of Alaska under the Northern Lights, in towns, offices, or hospitals across the land, or on cruise ships under tropical skies, the magic of Christmas will make this the most wonderful time of the year. Nine New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Authors have crafted stories of love and joy, ranging from sweet to spicy, the perfect box set to read with your favorite holiday beverage. So, whether your Christmas means snow, sand, or something in between, you're sure to enjoy the romance and joy found in the pages of Unforgettable Christmas Joy: Hope and Promises.
Of Guardians and Angels
John Sexton IV's retired parents spend two years assembling a book of John's genealogy and present it to him on his fortieth birthday. But strangely missing from the old letters, official documents, and newspaper clippings, is information about John's namesake, the first John Sexton. A family legend does tell a vague story of John's great-great-grandfather having married an unnamed Choctaw Indian woman, but there are no records of the marriage, only proof that they bore a son. In an attempt to complete his family tree, John begins a search for his mysterious ancestors. Months of research eventually lead him from his home in Washington to a restored plantation mansion in Mississippi. There, the current resident takes John on a journey back in time and reveals an extraordinary truth that will change the Sexton family name forever. Of Guardians and Angels is a story of humanity in a time of war. It is a story of great courage, love, and faith, and how, even in the darkest days of our nation's history, dignity and compassion prevailed.
BOSS: The Wolf
Boss Rule #1: Never sleep with your employee. Apparently, rules aren't my thing. Because the moment I wake up naked next to my hot-as-hell new employee, I want to go for round two. I'm not exactly Prince Charming. Some call me The Wolf. I don't do love, and I sure as hell don't do forever. But one look at her, and I become a one-woman man. She has a British accent and a car that won't start. I'm in a rush, so I do what I need to do and send her on her way -- sure I'll never see her again. Then she shows up at my company to interview for a new position. What are the odds? So I hire the long-legged beauty from the UK. The guys are circling her like vultures. But she's my prey. In six months, her visa will expire, and she'll be back overseas. What can a little down-and-dirty fun hurt? But one kiss turns into two, then three, then more. Suddenly, I'm defenseless against her charms.