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Data Fusion Mathematics: Theory and Practice
by Jitendra R. Raol Sudesh K. Kashyap S. Sethu Selvi Ailneni SankethData Fusion Mathematics: Theory and Practice offers a comprehensive overview of data fusion (DF) and provides a proper and adequate understanding of the basic mathematics directly related to DF.This new edition offers updated chapters alongside four new chapters that are based on recent research carried out by the authors, including topics on machine learning techniques, target localization using a network of 2D ground radar, thermal imaging sensors for multi‑target angle‑only tracking, and multi‑sensor data fusion for a single platform and team platforms. This book also covers major mathematical expressions, formulae and equations, and, where feasible, their derivations. It discusses signed distance function concepts, DF models and architectures, aspects and methods of types 1 and 2 fuzzy logics, and related practical applications. In addition, the authors cover soft computing paradigms that are finding increasing applications in multi-sensory DF approaches and applications.This text is geared toward researchers, scientists, teachers, and practicing engineers interested in and working in the multi‑sensor data fusion area.
King of the North (Gerin the Fox)
by Harry TurtledoveThe award-winning author continues the epic fantasy series that began with Werenight and Prince of the North as a bold warrior comes into his own.Though he has taken the reins of power in the North, Gerin the Fox has no time to enjoy his victory. The gods reveal to him that a grave danger is approaching. Now he must face a new enemy, the Gradi, a people who follow ruthless gods. The Gradi not only conquer lands, but destroy them so completely as to render them uninhabitable. To stop this menace and truly be King of the Northlands, Gerin will have to make uncomfortable alliances . . . and survive a war of gods.
Fox and Empire (Gerin the Fox)
by Harry TurtledoveThe fourth novel in the epic historical fantasy series of warring empires, ferocious werebeasts, and the powerful warrior known as Gerin the Fox. After the devastating Werenight that brought the Elabonian Empire to a bloody end, Gerin the Fox has come to be known as the King of the North. Aragis the Archer has no desire to make an enemy of such a man, but his ambition gets the better of him. Now he’s about to learn that any threat to Gerin, no matter how small, will be answered in kind. And soon their rivalry will escalate beyond what either could have imagined.
Contacting Aliens: An Illustrated Guide to David Brin's Uplift Universe (The Uplift Saga)
by David BrinThe essential companion to one of the most celebrated science fiction series of all time. Beginning with the novel Sundiver, David Brin introduced one of the most inventive, thought-provoking, and richly-imagined universes in all of science fiction. Now, Brin collaborates with acclaimed artist Kevyn Lenagh to present the definitive guide to the societies, technology, and species of his epic, award-winning series.Written as a handbook for Terran field agents, Contacting Aliens offers a detailed and comprehensive look at Uplift’s many alien races—from the friendly Tymbrimi to the warlike Tandu, the wise Kanten to the reptilian Soro, and the bureaucratic Hoon to the manipulative Thennanin. Readers will discover fascinating information about their physiology, psychology, and history; their clans and alliances; and their shifting attitudes toward Earth and its representatives.The volume also includes a history of Earth’s contact with the Civilization of Five Galaxies, a look at its institutions, languages, and customs, plus a timeline of momentous events going back three billion years. Contacting Aliens is an essential reference work for Uplift fans, filled with never-before-seen illustrations that reveal the keys to the ambitious vision and bold speculation of the Uplift universe.
A Little Book of Hummingbirds
by Tara Austen WeaverThis bestselling journey into the world of the hummingbird is a treasure and a gift for birdwatchers, gardeners, and anyone who loves these amazing little creatures. Lavishly illustrated with 45+ original ink-and-watercolor illustrations of the species most commonly found in the US and Canada.Hummingbirds are beautiful and mesmerizing. Did you know they can flick their tongue twelve times a second? Or that they &“tile&” their nests with pieces of lichen and moss (the nests themselves are spun from spiderwebs and thistledown)? Or that some species sing and dance as they woo their mates? Perhaps it&’s no surprise that hummingbirds elicit such enthusiasm from those who love them. This small-format hardcover book includes:45 lifelike ink-and-watercolor drawings showcasing all the species commonly found in the US and Canada, as well as the most frequent visitors—often depicted with their favorite flowers. Includes all males and many females.Fascinating facts on cultural history, folklore, migration patterns, habitat, lifecycle, biology, and anatomyInformation on creating your own hummingbird haven using feeders, flowers, water, and shelterBirdwatching tips and best places to visit to see hummingbirdsThis book is part of the collectible mini book series Little Book of Natural Wonders, and makes a gorgeous gift (or irresistible treat for yourself) for all hummingbird lovers!
Sunburn
by Chloe Michelle HowarthFor fans of Normal People, a queer, coming-of-age debut of impossible first love, first loss, and first heartbreak…It&’s the early 1990&’s in the small town of Crossmore, Ireland, and Lucy knows what she&’s expected to do. Fall in love with the son of the farmer next door, marry him, pray for children, and never, under any circumstances reveal the truth–that she doesn&’t think marriage or motherhood or staying in Crossmore is for her. That the reason she knows this, is because of her close friend, Susannah. For years, Lucy buries her obsession, until one summer, right before graduation, when her friendship with Susannah escalates. Now, Lucy will do anything to keep their secret safe. Their relationship is both the best and worst thing that&’s ever happened to her–Lucy loves Susannah, but every day, it feels like Crossmore, Lucy&’s mother, and their social mores are closing in. And when Susannah decides she no longer wants to hide, Lucy must make a devastating choice. Tender and heartbreaking, Sunburn portrays the realities of growing up in a small rural town–from the long, hot summers, to the pressures of a conservative, traditional community where everyone knows each other&’s business. It&’ll leave you aching for your own first love.QR code with exclusive content included.
Strange: Paranormal Realities in the Everyday World
by Andy ThomasEvery day, very ordinary people are having extraordinarily strange experiences. In one of the most insightful investigations ever published, using the most up to date evidence and refreshingly open-minded approaches, Strange reveals previously unrecorded true-life tales like these …MEETINGS WITH GHOSTS: A new husband haunted by his predecessor … a woman receiving a visit from her friend, not knowing the friend is now dead … a child&’s face peering out from a sofaENCOUNTERS WITH UFOS: Police pursuing balls of light in a car chase across country roads … Nuclear power station workers watching craft arise from beneath the sea … A couple &“called&” into their garden to witness an uncanny displayPSYCHIC EXPERIENCES: A soldier whose out-of-body experience enables him to be retrieved alive from battlefield carnage … A psychic experiment so intense that a glass smashes against a wall … A military officer whose premonition saves his colleagues from being caught in an invasionBIZARRE HAPPENINGS: A woman whose car is unexpectedly flown into the sky by an invisible force … Crop circles that materialise unseen just metres away from bystanders … A timeslip that sends a delivery truck back into the early 1900sSceptics dismiss all such encounters – but what if they are wrong? What unconventional causes could be behind such astounding experiences and what are the huge implications? Will new AI-enhanced revelations turn humanity&’s entire understanding of reality upside down? Strange demonstrates that it is time to take an important new look at anomalous phenomena.
Walk Your Talk: Your 4-week programme to take action now and change your life
by Theresa CheungIf you want your life to really change it's not what you think or what you feel, but what you do that sets you up for greatness. In this practical guide, bestselling author Theresa Cheung shows you how to build power moves for complete life transformation in 4 weeks.Real success and happiness don't come from breakthroughs, epiphanies or affirmations. Your life is made up of what you continuously do: your habits and daily actions.Through a 4-week programme, this book encourages you to transform your life through 22 specially designed, tried-and-tested Power Moves. The Power Moves range from the deceptively simple, like waking up naturally and unfollowing someone toxic, to more challenging, scientifically proven boosts to physical and mental resilience, like nose-breathing breath work or getting rejected once a day.Stay in control. Follow the carefully designed four-week programme, in which one new Power Move is instilled every day: Week One in the morning, Week Two during the day, Week Three empowering your evenings and Week Four encompassing all.Maintain motivation. No matter what change or difficulty is happening in your life, each Power Move is quick and simple enough to do within minutes, meaning your resilience and commitment are unlikely to waver.Empower yourself. The Power Moves are backed up by the latest scientific and psychological research - into topics like circadian rhythms, hydration, gratitude and sleep - to ensure each habit gradually hones your physical and mental wellbeing.Be the change. The later Power Moves open out from internal work to external action, which not only bring peace in the now but at the same time are an investment in your future happiness and success.Your life is your message, your legacy. It's time to walk your talk.
Curandera: A Novel
by Irenosen OkojieSet between seventeenth-century Cape Verde and contemporary London, CURANDERA is a kaleidoscopic story of rebirth and redemption, and a mythic tale of metamorphic recalibrations across timeIn Gethsemane, Cape Verde, the appearance of a mysterious new arrival, Zulmira, coincides with a series of strange events. Zulmira is a shamanic disciple of Oni, an omnipotent and loving yet vengeful deity.In contemporary London, botanist Therese lives with Haitian musician Azacca, Peruvian drifter Emilien, and daring Finn. These four kindred spirits, bound together by their shared descent from Oni, travel to another realm to complete a secret, sacred task at Oni&’s behest. But a disruptive object returns with them from the other plane: a bleeding ribcage, flowering with intoxicating fruit.As Zulmira grows close to a fisherman, Domingos, and his wife and daughter, the increasingly disturbing occurrences in Gethsemane disrupt forms, time, and place. In London, Therese and her housemates, growing ever more powerful on the otherworldly fruit, discover the disturbing costs of their service to Oni. As the stage is set for the collision of two dimensions, the esoteric workings of shamanism intersect with powerful forces of friendship, love, and jealousy.
Cryptid Creatures: A Field Guide to 50 Fascinating Beasts
by Kelly Milner HallsExplore the fascinating world of cryptozoology with this fun guide, filled with eyewitness accounts of 50 cryptids found throughout the world, some of which have been proven real.Cryptozoology is the study of mysterious creatures that fall between the realm of real and imaginary on the scientific spectrum. Cryptid Creatures: A Field Guide offers a closer look at fifty of these amazing creatures, examining the best possible evidence for each, including scientific papers, magazine and newspaper articles, and credible eyewitness accounts.The fifty cryptids are arranged in order alphabetically, and in addition to speculative illustrations, include details like when they were first reported, whether they are terrestrial, aerial, or aquatic, and each have a reality rating of 1 to 6, in which 1 means that the cryptid has been confirmed as a hoax, and 6 means the cryptid has been proven as real. This page-turning guide will inspire curious readers to investigate more on their own, and maybe even help to prove if a cryptid is a hoax or is real.
Che Guevara Presente: Una antología mínima (The Che Guevara Library)
by David Deutschmann María del Carmen Ariet GarcíaTextos seleccionados --discursos, ensayos y cartas-- de uno de losguerrilleros, teóricos y organizadores políticos más reconocidos, CheGuevara. Ampliamente venerado como un verdadero revolucionario, esta colección de textos de Ernesto "Che" Guevara resalta sus principios políticos y praxis en la lucha contra el capitalismo y el imperialismo estadounidense. Discursos incisivos, ensayos críticos, y cartas personales no solo sirven como un resumen del movimiento revolucionario cubano, sino que también analizan la importancia de practicar solidaridad internacional, reflexionar sobre la resistencia violenta y explicar los peligrosos fracasos del capitalismo. Acompañado por una extensiva bibliografía de la escritura de Guevara, una cronología de su vida y un amplio glosario de individuos, organizaciones, y publicaciones, el Che Guevara Presente provee conocimiento del contexto histórico, político y cultural que llevo a la radicalización de Guevara. De sus discursos más famosos tales como "Crear dos, tres, muchos Vietnam" a sus intimas cartas personales dirigidas a camaradas alrededor del mundo y a sus propios hijos, este libro extiende el legado del Che y pinta un retrato deslumbrante de un revolucionario luchando por un mundo mejor.
All We Trust
by Gregory GallowayFrom a true modern master of noir fiction comes a twisty new tale about two small town crooks who get in over their heads . . .Peck and Al have a good thing going. The two brothers own a bar and a hardware store and make a comfortable living. They also launder money for a criminal organization. Everything is perfectly fine until Peck begins to suspect that his brother is going to betray him to the local District Attorney. Things get even more complicated between them when Al&’s hard drive with millions of dollars in Crypto goes missing – Peck was the only other person with access. What starts out as a family squabble turns into an international battle between competing crime organizations, moving from small town New England to San Francisco to Mexico. Along the way the brothers encounter betrayal, double-dealing, kidnapping, and ultimately, revenge.
Stone and Sky (Rivers of London)
by Ben AaronovitchTHE BRAND NEW NOVEL IN THE INTERNATIONAL #1 BESTSELLING RIVERS OF LONDON SERIES "This isn&’t London. The rules are different up here…"All Detective Sergeant Peter Grant wanted was a nice holiday up in Scotland.He'll need one once this is over...Sea: check.Sand: some.Sun: sort of - but that's not the only thing in the sky...* * * * *PRAISE FOR BEN AARONOVITCH & THE RIVERS OF LONDON SERIES:"Highly entertaining."SUNDAY EXPRESS"Charming, witty, exciting."THE INDEPENDENT"Ben Aaronovitch has created a wonderful world full of mystery, magic and fantastic characters. I love being there more than the real London."NICK FROST"As brilliant and funny as ever... Masterfully crafted – gives the late, great Terry Pratchett a run for his money."THE SUN"An incredibly fast-moving magical joyride for grown-ups."THE TIMES"Funny and wildly inventive."MAIL ON SUNDAY
Human Resource Management: Functions, Applications, and Skill Development
by Robert N. Lussier John R. HendonWhether your students are HRM or general management majors, Human Resource Management: Functions, Applications, and Skill Development will help them develop the skills they need to recruit, select, train, and develop talent. A wide variety of applications and experiential exercises keep students engaged and help them see the relevance of HR as they learn competencies they can apply in their personal and professional lives. In the updated Fifth Edition, bestselling authors Robert N. Lussier and John R. Hendon explore the important strategic function HR plays in today′s organization.
Human Resource Management: Functions, Applications, and Skill Development
by Robert N. Lussier John R. HendonWhether your students are HRM or general management majors, Human Resource Management: Functions, Applications, and Skill Development will help them develop the skills they need to recruit, select, train, and develop talent. A wide variety of applications and experiential exercises keep students engaged and help them see the relevance of HR as they learn competencies they can apply in their personal and professional lives. In the updated Fifth Edition, bestselling authors Robert N. Lussier and John R. Hendon explore the important strategic function HR plays in today′s organization.
Counseling Individuals Through the Lifespan (Counseling and Professional Identity)
by Kimberly R. Hall Daniel W. Wong Lucy Wong HernandezOrganized around the 2024 CACREP Standards, Counseling Individuals Through the Lifespan introduces students to the fundamentals of the counseling process during each stage of human development. Topics such as the client-counselor relationship, counseling theory, research, and interventions are addressed with a focus on caring for the total person within their environment and culture. Emphasizing the importance of intentionality and self-reflection, the chapters include case illustrations and guided practice exercises to further the development of successful 21st century counselors. The Third Edition has been revised to include important issues associated with COVID-19 and the aftermath, trauma caused by the loss of family members, significant others, and family pets, and the impact of artificial intelligence.
Counseling Individuals Through the Lifespan (Counseling and Professional Identity)
by Kimberly R. Hall Daniel W. Wong Lucy Wong HernandezOrganized around the 2024 CACREP Standards, Counseling Individuals Through the Lifespan introduces students to the fundamentals of the counseling process during each stage of human development. Topics such as the client-counselor relationship, counseling theory, research, and interventions are addressed with a focus on caring for the total person within their environment and culture. Emphasizing the importance of intentionality and self-reflection, the chapters include case illustrations and guided practice exercises to further the development of successful 21st century counselors. The Third Edition has been revised to include important issues associated with COVID-19 and the aftermath, trauma caused by the loss of family members, significant others, and family pets, and the impact of artificial intelligence.
Adult Bible Studies Fall 2025 Student
by Kevin Baker Gregory M. WeeksGrow your faith. Transform your life.Cultivate a deeper relationship with God through Adult Bible Studies. Each weekly lesson offers background and focal Scriptures, key verses, and doctrinally sound and relevant biblical interpretation and application in a readable font size. Annual plans offer comprehensive coverage of the Bible, including special lessons during the church seasons of Advent and Christmas, and Lent and Easter, as well as suggestions for developing spiritual practices such as prayer, worship, community, and service, among many others. Adult Bible Studies is a reliable companion and guide for learning and growing in the Christian faith.Fall 2025-2026 Theme: Struggle. Perseverance. Hope.This fall, our Bible lessons follow the theme “Struggle. Perseverance. Hope.” They reacquaint us with Hebrew women whose faithfulness helped further God’s plans; challenge us with Jeremiah’s commitment; and offer us insights into living in love, faithfully imitating what is good, and praying with confidence. The writer of the student book is Kevin Baker.With the help of the Adult Bible Studies Teacher/Commentary Kit and DVD, your group will come to understand that it’s not just about learning - it’s about living out biblical teachings.Visit AdultBibleStudies.com and sign up for the weekly newsletter to automatically receive the FREE Current Events Supplement and other information about these resources and more!This resource, endorsed by the Curriculum Resources Committee of The United Methodist Church, offers a year-round, weekly Bible study plan for Sunday school classes and other small groups.
Adult Bible Studies Fall 2025 Teacher/Commentary Kit
by Stan PurdumGrow your faith. Transform your life.The Kit includes a teacher’s book and a commentary that supplement and complement the Adult Bible Studies student book.The teacher’s book provides biblical background, exposition, and suggestions for leading weekly group discussions and nurturing spiritual practices among class members. Small group leaders, teachers, and facilitators—both seasoned and just starting—love the easy-to-use format and the wealth of information provided to prepare for each week’s discussion.Based on the trusted Abingdon Basic Bible Commentary, the Concise Commentary provides expert biblical commentary for the focal Bible passages used in Adult Bible Studies. The commentary includes each Sunday’s focal Bible passages, unit introductions, and expert commentary on each passage. Plus, you can pronounce everything correctly with the included pronunciation guide for Bible names and places.Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enhance your preparation and teaching with the help of the Adult Bible Studies Teacher Book and Concise Commentary!Cultivate a deeper relationship with God through Adult Bible Studies. Each weekly lesson offers background and focal Scriptures, key verses, and doctrinally sound and relevant biblical interpretation and application in a readable font size. Annual plans offer comprehensive coverage of the Bible, including special lessons during the church seasons of Advent and Christmas, and Lent and Easter, as well as suggestions for developing spiritual practices such as prayer, worship, community, and service, among many others. Adult Bible Studies is a reliable companion and guide for learning and growing in the Christian faith.Fall 2025-2026 Theme: Struggle. Perseverance. Hope.This fall, our Bible lessons follow the theme “Struggle. Perseverance. Hope.” They reacquaint us with Hebrew women whose faithfulness helped further God’s plans; challenge us with Jeremiah’s commitment; and offer us insights into living in love, faithfully imitating what is good, and praying with confidence. The writer of the teacher book is Stan Purdum.With the help of the Adult Bible Studies Teacher/Commentary Kit and DVD, your group will come to understand that it’s not just about learning - it’s about living out biblical teachings.Visit AdultBibleStudies.com and sign up for the weekly newsletter to automatically receive the FREE Current Events Supplement and other information about these resources and more!This resource, endorsed by the Curriculum Resources Committee of The United Methodist Church, offers a year-round, weekly Bible study plan for Sunday school classes and other small groups.
Daily Bible Study Fall 2025
by Robin Wilson Timothy Merrill Gregory M. Weeks Betsy Haas Rhoda E. PrestonLet God’s Word become the foundation of your day.Rediscover the beauty of Scripture and deepen your faith with Daily Bible Study. Perfect for busy individuals, this thoughtfully designed resource fits seamlessly into your day, offering everything you need on a single page. Each daily devotion includes a Scripture reference, a relatable faith-based question, a practical explanation of the passage, and a heartfelt prayer to guide your reflection.Let’s face it, studying the Bible can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re just starting or feeling isolated in your spiritual practice, building a meaningful connection with Scripture can seem like a challenge. That’s why Daily Bible Study was created—to make your time in God’s Word approachable, inspiring, and impactful.The themes spanning 4–5 weeks in this quarterly resource, aligned with the liturgical calendar, will help you uncover the richness of the Bible’s overarching story and explore the nuances of individual passages without feeling lost. Each theme is brought to life by a single author, ensuring it feels cohesive, personal, and clear. Over time, you’ll feel like you’re connecting with an old friend who understands your spiritual walk and encourages your growth.Whether you’re seeking a consistent devotional habit or a fresh, guided approach to Scripture, this resource helps you experience God intimately, strengthen your spirit, and focus on meaningful growth.Fall 2025 Theme: Struggle. Perseverance HopeThis fall, Daily Bible Study presents a series of readings supporting the theme “Struggle. Perseverance. Hope.” These readings reacquaint us with faithful Hebrew women who lived through difficult circumstances with strength and hope. They also point us to prophets such as Jeremiah, who provide us with models of sincere and honest commitment to God’s will and perseverance in the face of adversity. They culminate in New Testament texts that offer insights into living in love, faithfully imitating what is good, and praying with confidence. The writers are Robin C. Wilson, Timothy Merrill, Gregory M. Weeks, Betsy Haas, and Rhonda Preston.While this is a product for individuals, it also serves as an excellent companion resource for those using the Adult Bible Studies curriculum with their small groups.The Curriculum Resources Committee of The United Methodist Church endorses this resource.
The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy (Dearly Beloathed)
by Brigitte Knightley'Utterly unique, hilarious, swoony beyond my wildest dreams! This book is an instant classic and a true masterpiece, it took my breath away and made my heart explode' Ali HazelwoodA slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romantasy featuring a scholarly healer and a gentleman assassin, set in an exquisite fantasy world, perfect for fans of The Love Hypothesis and Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries.Osric Mordaunt, member of the Fyren Order of assassins, is in dire need of healing. Naturally - such is the grim comedy of fate - the only healer who can help is Aurienne Fairhrim, preeminent scientist, bastion of moral good, and member of an enemy Order. Aurienne is desperate for funding to heal the sick - so desperate that, when Osric bribes her to help him, she accepts, even if she detests him and everything he stands for. A forced collaboration ensues: the brilliant Woman in STEM is coerced into working with the PhD in Murders, much to Aurienne's disgust. As Osric and Aurienne work together to heal his illness and investigate the mysterious reoccurrence of a deadly pox, they find themselves ardently denying their attraction, which only fuels the heat between them.Tropes include:Enemies-to-loversHigh interaction slow burnHypercompetent idiotsHe falls first and harderSlaughter as a love languagePraise for The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy:'Sworn enemies, underhanded shenanigans, dazzling magic and delicious romantic tension make this a witty, wonderful gem. Whether you're Team Aurienne (she of the incandescent brilliance) or Team Osric (he of the magnificent cheekbones) or just Team Would You Two Just Kiss Already, I promise you'll love this' Sangu Mandanna, author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches'Brilliant and wildly imaginative, with a delicious forbidden romance set in a fascinating fantasy world. Knightley is a remarkable talent, weaving together witty comedy, slow-burn longing, and heart-wrenchingly poetic imagery' Sarah Hawley, author of A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon'With the most wickedly delicious banter, Brigitte Knightley is sure to become your next favourite author. This had all the things I love most: a slow-burn romance that hurts so good, truly agonizing enemies-to-lovers, with a twisty mystery at its core' Julie Soto, author of Forget Me Not'Brigitte Knightley is such a wonderfully talented writer with a unique voice and a real genius for banter. Anyone who loves enemies-to-lovers romantasy, will surely adore The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy!' India Holton author of The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love'The slow burn romance of my dreams. Whip smart, creative, and brimming with banter and wit . . . both the hero and heroine had me laughing and shouting to just kiss already. This one is a rare delight' Isabel Ibañez, author of What the River Knows'Utterly unique and delightful, this is the perfect romantasy for those who like their villains (and heroes) with a touch of murder, thievery, and questionable morals. Sexy and hilarious with dry-as-bone humour, Knightley's writing is not to be missed' Elissa Sussman, author of Funny You Should Ask 'This debut boasts gorgeously-written, vivid settings, a unique magic system and fresh fantasy world, razor-sharp wit, and graceful characterization. In short, Knightley's debut is nothing short of irresistible itself' Isabel Cañas, author of The Hacienda
The Undercutting of Rosie and Adam (Hart and Mercy Series #3)
by Megan Bannen'Playfully unique, delightfully steamy, utterly romantic, and overall unmissable!' Ali HazelwoodFrom the author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy comes a new heart warming fantasy rom-com with an opposites-attract twist set in the delightful world of Tanria. Immortal demigod Rosie Fox has been patrolling Tanria for decades, but lately, the job has been losing its lustre. After one hundred and fifty-seven years of being alive, everything is beginning to lose its lustre. When Rosie dies (again) by electrocution (again) after poking around inside a portal choked with shadowy thorns only she can see, she feels stuck in the rut that is her unending life. Thanks to Rosie's meddling, the portal inventor, Dr. Adam Lee, must come in person to repair the damage. When all the portals begin to break down, he declares an emergency evacuation of Tanria. In the mad rush to get out, Rosie and Adam end up trapped inside the Mist. Together. And uptight Adam Lee in his bespoke menswear seems to know a lot more about what's happening than he lets on. . .Praise for The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy:'Romantic, wildly creative, and utterly charming, The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy is a fantasy unlike any I've read before' Lana Harper, author of Payback's a Witch'The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy broke my heart, put it back together, then tucked me into bed with a forehead kiss. Packed with earnest characters, wit, action, and reluctant yearning, this is easily my favourite fantasy romance of the year' Jen DeLuca, author of Well Met'A uniquely charming mixture of whimsy and the macabre that completely won me over' Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient'Megan Bannen remains the queen of swoons upon swoons upon swoons! The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy is a playful, quirky gem-full of feels and guaranteed to deliver the perfect grumpy/sunshine fix!' Sierra Simone'An unabashedly offbeat adventure' Freya Marske, author of A Marvellous Light'A lovely, macabre fantasy romance about life, death, and Actually Living. I cried twice and smiled plenty' Olivia Atwater, author of Half a Soul'Megan Bannen broke me, made me laugh, then put me back together again. . . The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy is one of those books you'll be thinking about long after you've read the last page' Manda Collins'Megan Bannen has found her voice with this incredibly smart, and hilariously weird debut. A must read' Nisha Sharma, author of Dating Dr. Dil
Finding Grace
by Loretta Rothschild'Full of wisdom and stuffed full of unpredictable twists that kept me engrossed to the end' Daily Mail'One of the best books I've read this year' Jodi PicoultSHE THOUGHT IT WAS FATE. I KNEW IT WASN'T.Honor's life is nearly perfect: she adores her bright and beautiful daughter, Chloe, and her charming, handsome husband, Tom, even if he works one hundred hours a week. Yet Honor's longing for another baby threatens to eclipse all that is wonderful - until a shocking event changes everything.Years later, Tom makes a decision that ripples through their family's life in ways he could never have predicted. As the consequences of his choice continue to unfold, two women's paths become irrevocably intwined.Blending a page-turning moral dilemma with a sweeping love story, Finding Grace explores the price of secrets and asks whether it's ever too late to tell the truth.'The darkest beach read imaginable, with a protagonist that no reader could predict' Plum Sykes, author of Wives Like Us'Shocking, stylish, elegant, and twisting. A truly stunning debut' Chris Whitaker, NYT bestselling author of All the Colours of the Dark
AI and Assembly: Coming Together and Apart in a Datafied World
by Toussaint Nothias and Lucy BernholzArtificial intelligence has moved from the lab into everyday life and is now seemingly everywhere. As AI creeps into every aspect of our lives, the data grab required to power AI also expands. People worldwide are tracked, analyzed, and influenced, whether on or off their screens, inside their homes or outside in public, still or in transit, alone or together. What does this mean for our ability to assemble with others for collective action, including protesting, holding community meetings and organizing rallies ? In this context, where and how does assembly take place, and who participates by choice and who by coercion? AI and Assembly explores these questions and offers global perspectives on the present and future of assembly in a world taken over by AI. The contributors analyze how AI threatens free assembly by clustering people without consent, amplifying social biases, and empowering authoritarian surveillance. But they also explore new forms of associational life that emerge in response to these harms, from communities in the US conducting algorithmic audits to human rights activists in East Africa calling for biometric data protection and rideshare drivers in London advocating for fair pay. Ultimately, AI and Assembly is a rallying cry for those committed to a digital future beyond the narrow horizon of corporate extraction and state surveillance.
Enduring Empire: U.S. Statecraft and Race-Making in the Philippines (Articulations: Studies in Race, Immigration, and Capitalism)
by katrina quisumbing kingIn 1898 the United States became a formal overseas empire and claimed sovereignty over the Philippine islands, justifying its rule in explicitly racial terms. Less than fifty years later, in 1946, Philippine independence was recognized by the United States, even as it continued to exert influence over the domestic and foreign affairs of the newly decolonized Republic. Despite some differences, U.S. control remained racial and imperial. Enduring Empire shows how U.S. federal state actors translated their ideas of race into state structures. Through innovating constitutional law, bureaucratic administration, and legislation, state actors built a durable and flexible system of racial-imperial rule that not only lasted beyond the period of formal empire but continues to this day. katrina quisumbing king traces debates among U.S. presidents, federal legislators, administrators, and justices about what kind of state the United States should be, the place of nonwhite people in the polity, and the best way to maintain U.S. white hegemony. In charting how state actors' positions—some nativist, isolationist, and protectionist and others expansionist, interventionist, and imperialist—evolved, quisumbing king identifies key moments when they cemented racial ideas into law and reshaped the terms of U.S. racial-imperial formation.