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An experimental military robot escapes after being struck by lightning and given human intelligence. He finds a home with madcap Stephanie Speck who believes he's an alien but hot on the trail are scientists Newton Crosby and his assistant who must get to their creation before the army who plan to put Number 5 out of service permanently.
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We all have our memories; the guitar still sang..." This collection of twenty-nine science fiction vignettes are at turns touching, humorous, and thought-provoking. Each begin cradled in the comfort of the familiar, but take readers along a winding path to the unexpected. Serving as poignant reminders of the ephemeral nature of life and death, these stories encapsulate what it means to be human; to be captivated by music, love, and life itself. Written...
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Dive into a world where technology and imagination collide in "Short Circuits: Electric and Eccentric Tales". This collection of short stories takes you on a journey through futuristic landscapes, hidden realms, and the very fabric of reality itself. From the heart-pounding adventures of "The Glowing Artifact" and "The Disconnected Dreamer", to the mind-bending mysteries of "The Voltage Vagabond" and "The Electric Mirage", each tale is a spark that...
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Gung-Ho volume 5
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The arrival of Tanaka and his beautiful (yet deadly) daughter Yuki to Fort Apache mark a new chapter in Gung-Ho. Where the dangers outside threaten more and more every day. And rivalries inside exacerbate passions within, threatening the ability of the community to protect its own.
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Gung-Ho volume 6
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Yuki continues to make her presence felt at Fort Apache, drawing the interest of Zack, and the ire of Pauline. And two of the boys while on guard duty have their first encounter with one of "The Lost"-a permanently exiled member of the community-who pose their own kind of threat against the group.
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Gung-Ho volume 7
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Zack and Yuki take a careless motorcycle joy ride out the front gate into the danger zone, with Holden and some of the other teens on their bikes in hot pursuit…and are quickly joined by a pack of hungry reapers on their tail. The group soon find themselves cornered and in deep trouble! And not all may make it out alive…
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Lambda-nominated author Dorien Grey (The Dick Hardesty Mysteries, The Elliott Smith Mysteries) knows more than just how to write a great murder novel. He's also had amazing life experiences in the military and around the world. Here, for the first time, are the collected blog and journal writings of this prolific author. As Grey notes, "Sometimes things are more clearly seen through the eyes of others." The hope is that the reader will see similarities...
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Do you ever feel like your stress levels are off the charts? You aren't alone. Every day it feels like there's something new to juggle or a fresh crisis to avert. And just keeping everything in the air requires an exhausting amount of attention and a dizzying amount of responsibilities. The more chaotic life becomes, the more we tend to forget what we truly value - from family and friends to mental and physical health. Fortunately, there are things...
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Calm the chaos and rewire your brain in just five minutes a day!
Do you ever feel like your stress levels are off the charts? You aren't alone. Every day it feels like there's something new to juggle or a fresh crisis to avert. And just keeping everything in the air requires an exhausting amount of attention and a dizzying amount of responsibilities. The more chaotic life becomes, the more we tend to forget what we truly value-from family and friends...
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Electricity flows if a positive terminal and a negative terminal are completely connected. That's the most basic information there is about the structure of electrical circuits. However, this book will take you deeper into the topic. It will also discuss the difference between closed and open circuits. It will also explain, who a short circuit is called as such.
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Powerful, fast-acting relief to help you put an end to panic-anytime, anywhere.
If you struggle with panic attacks, it can feel as if the world is closing in on you. Your heart races, your hands or feet may go numb, and you might even have trouble speaking. Even if you know it's all in your head, you can't shake the feeling that something terrible is about to happen. That's why you need quick, in-the-moment strategies to help you feel better fast.
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If you struggle with panic attacks, it can feel as if the world is closing in on you. Your heart races, your hands or feet may go numb, and you might even have trouble speaking. Even if you know it's all in your head, you can't shake the feeling that something terrible is about to happen. That's why you need quick, in-the-moment strategies to help you feel better fast.
Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT),...
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"The only story collection from the beloved Jenny Diski--darkly funny, subversive, sexy, and eccentric tales from one of the most original and intelligent voices of our time--with a new preface by Heidi Julavits, author of The Folded Clock"--
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Oxford University Press
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[2020]
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"Short Circuiting Policy examines clean energy policies to understand why US states are not on track to meet the climate crisis. After two decades of leadership, American states are slipping in their commitment to transitioning away from dirty fossil fuels towards cleaner energy sources, including wind and solar. I argue that organized combat between advocate and opponent interest groups is central to explaining why US states have stopped expanding...
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MM Image Entertainment
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2003
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A robot developed for the military gets struck by lightning and begins to think it's alive. It's hidden from the weapon's lab people by a scientist and a girl who inadvertently gets involved.
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Marvel
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[2020]
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"Join your favorite Marvel Super Heroes as they come together for epic adventures and battles to keep the galaxy safe! Captain Marvel and Gamora face down their worst fears, Spider-Man bests a pesky foe, the Guardians of the Galaxy capture a slipper space dragon, and many more action-packed, fun-filled stories! This collection brings the power of the expanding Marvel Universe to life!"--Back cover.
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