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The Origin Series is empire building at its finest, with 100 episodes and over 2.5 million words in the military science fiction serial detailing the rise of Star Force from corporate entity into an interstellar empire over the course of more than a millennium. Follow a core group of characters known as the Trailblazers as they use alien technology and knowledge discovered in Antarctic ruins to obtain limited immortality and lead Humanity out into the galaxy.

Accompanied by Holmes and Watson, Mrs. Hudson crosses the ocean to attend the wedding of her cousin's daughter. They disembark to discover that the young lady's fiancé, a pitcher for the Brooklyn Bridegrooms, stands accused of an attempt on the life of J. P. Morgan and the death of his aide. A self-declared enemy of Morgan and the robber barons, the ballplayer ran from the scene of the crime and, when captured, was found in possession of a gun with two spent cartridges.

Since their formation in 1949, the Mossad has continually lived up to the name given to them, the godfather of all spy agencies. They combine intellectual leadership with a ruthlessness that has impressed both allies and foes alike. Their willingness to use extreme tactics like kidnapping and assassination to track their enemies is something out of a fiction book. It is because of these methods that the nation of Israel has been able to hold its ground in such an unstable area of the world.

Canary Wharf, London. Midweek lunch time. The sound of gunfire reverberates under the hulking structures of the Canary Wharf skyscrapers. The Wharf and its bankers are under terrorist attack by extremists in black Kevlar combat gear with fully automatic assault rifles and explosives. Bankers and their families are cut down in broad daylight and the authorities and their unarmed police force are powerless to stop the slaughter.

It is 1896. Mrs. Hudson and her colleagues are traveling to Athens to attend the first Olympiad in more than 2000 years. Indeed, Holmes is to participate in the foils competition as a member of Great Britain's Olympic team. But the trip is more than just fun and games. The three members of London's first and foremost consulting detective agency are, in fact, engaged in a delicate bit of undercover work on behalf of Queen and country.

All villages have their secrets. Brantham is no different. Twenty years ago after foolish risk taking turned into tragedy Shane left the rural community under a cloud of suspicion and rumor. Events from that night remained unexplained, memories erased, questions unanswered. Now a notorious politician, he returns to his birthplace when the offer from a property developer is too good to decline. With big plans to haul Brantham into the 21st century, the developers have already made a devastating impact on the once quaint village.

Detective Douglas Brown transferred to Hong Kong to forget his past and the dark memory that still haunts him - Richard Blythe. Now, the detective's worst fear has come true: Blythe is free from prison to wreak havoc and lead Brown in a deadly cat and mouse game in the city of Hong Kong.

Learn the inspiring story of one of tennis' greatest stars, Roger Federer! In Roger Federer: The Inspiring Story of One of Tennis' Greatest Legends, you will learn the inspirational story of one of tennis' premier players, Roger Federer. Few players have dominated the game of tennis as much as Federer. As of early 2017, Federer holds 18 Grand Slam singles titles, the most in history for a male tennis player.

Race horse groom Geoff didn't meet Zip-Dash's billionaire owner Zach until the day they won the Derby. The gorgeous tech mogul's vivid blue eyes couldn't stay off Geoff, and the second they're alone his hands have the same problem. Geoff rebuffs him so gently that Zach's confused. He senses his desires are reciprocated, but something holds Geoff back. Unwilling to give up, he offers him a promotion to become his personal valet. To his surprise, the burly stable worker accepts.

Arr matey! Do you want to know all about the 10 most fantastic, fearsome, and famous pirates of all time? Dare you hear of how Francois L'Olonnais ripped out a man's heart with his bare hands then gnawed at it like a ravenous wolf? And what of Sir Henry Morgan - callous pirate or loyal privateer? How did Cheung Po Tsai build up a fleet of 600 ships, and what happened to Anne Bonny after she was caught?

After a decades-long span of serial raping two perpetrators introduce a third to their fold.

Do you know if your trusted caregiver is ripping off your parents? What can you do to protect your loved ones? How can you find the best qualified caregiver? Families struggled to find dependable, trusted care. These true stories are just a glimpse that exposes fraud and manipulation by unscrupulous caregivers. Through these stories, you will learn to identify subtle hints that expose a dishonest caregiver. You’ll discover resources, tips on hiring and managing your caregiver and some basic estate planning questions are included.

Alex and his friend James are attempting to squeeze out the last minutes of summer before their senior year of high school when all of a sudden, everything goes dark. The power to an entire quarter of the US power grid has just gone out and no one knows why. Alex and James think little of the power failure, but they have no idea just how significant it is until they meet an intriguing girl by the name of Baylee. Because of her, what they thought was going to be an ordinary year at school, turns into an adventure they'll never forget. What the duo don't know is that Baylee has a secret past, one that she is forced to face when the dark remnants start to catch up with her. But her past isn't her only concern. Although she doesn't know it at first, she is connected to the power failure. Through her secret past and a series of events too bizarre for Alex and James to even believe, the three friends find themselves facing the truth behind the power struggle, and stranger still, they figure out that they're the only ones who can keep this new power source from killing us all.

In A.D. 2039, a prodigious 17-year-old, Elliott, is assigned to work on a global software initiative his deceased grandfather helped found. Project Alexandria is intended to provide the entire world secure and equal access to all accumulated human knowledge. All forms of print are destroyed in good faith, to ensure everyone has equal footing, and Elliott knows he must soon part with his final treasure: a book of Shakespeare's complete works gifted him by his grandfather.

Humble hearts reach out. Without hesitation or doubt. They give before they take. Even if it means they break. Big hearts grow and grow. It's the only way they know. They never stumble or fall. Over hate or temptation's wall. Glad hearts smile in spite of pain. They run like children in the rain. They share sunshine through smiles. They hold our hands during our trials. Pure hearts only want the best for us. They offer us hope and untainted trust. We run to them when the monsters come. Each beat booms from our heart's drum.

Scottish chief's daughter Tinnie MacAieth can think of only one way to ransom her clan's folk, defeated by the fierce Viking, Claus - agree to his demand that she become his bride. She hopes the faith she holds to and the love she has for her people will give strength to endure a lonely, loveless future in the cold north. Claus has claimed Tinnie for his wife, but the prize he truly wants is her heart. Determined to win it, he offers her many gifts, but not until he undertakes a dangerous winter voyage for her sake does he dare hope.

Saucy fun for the overly indulgent sporting gun. Fifty Shots at Game is a short parody filled with puns and wordplay that any field sports fan would enjoy. Innuendo to shoot down the heartiest of hearts and sternest of frowns.

Charles has lost custody of his seven-year-old daughter. He has four days left with her before she goes to live with his ex-wife and her wealthy family in Europe. Charles now must try to forge a lasting connection with his daughter in this limited time before they part ways.

EmmyLou Sue, the little brat, gets herself into all kinds of trouble when she decided to run away from home. Over 60 pages of fun and rhymes for the little ones. Follow EmmyLou Sue and her best friend Chilli, as they find themselves lost and far from home. Some of the animals they meet are not so nice. Others may be helpful. Can Emmy and Chilli find home again?

Betty, a beautiful frog, is about to embark on a journey of the heart. A frog's life is all Betty knows. So along with her family and friends her journey takes her to unfamiliar territory, as she tries her best to raise a baby bird from birth. The little bird Bo-Bob, not knowing any difference, embraces his life as a frog. A loving story of pond species of all kind, and a tiny bird that does things a bird does not normally do. Follow along as Betty and Bo-Bob encounter many adventures in and out of the water.