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The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka is not just about a man turning into an insect; it is a haunting exploration of alienation, identity, and the oppressive forces of society.

You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." With these profound words, Marcus Aurelius invites listeners to step into his world—a realm where the mind becomes the fortress against the unpredictability of life. Written over 1,800 years ago, Meditations is not merely a book; it is an intimate glimpse into the inner workings of an emperor who ruled the vast Roman Empire while wrestling with universal human struggles.

"As above, so below; as below, so above." Step into the world of The Corpus Hermeticum, a mysterious compendium attributed to the enigmatic figure Hermes Trismegistus—revered as a sage, a mystic, and a divine guide of ancient wisdom. Shrouded in mystique, this collection of texts offers insights that bridge the realms of philosophy, spirituality, and cosmic secrets. Here, the earthly and divine merge in dialogue, bringing forth revelations that beckon the listener to delve into questions of existence, the soul, and the fundamental nature of the universe.

Former special operations and now, Sheriff, Thomas Pratt struggles to protect his family and community from a devastating alien invasion. The aliens, led by Caleb, have unleashed a deadly virus and created monstrous infected hosts enslave humanity and mine a rare alloy from the earth's core.

The end of a decades-long intergalactic war has brought the victorious warmongering horde, the Ragnaw, to earth. Although defeated, the Obasyn race sends the human race one last chance to battle the Ragnaw plague. The Obasyn crystal wields the capability to gift beings powers of unimaginable proportions, but there can only be six of these miraculous individuals. They will have to work together to preserve humanity, but will they be enough?

Cassian is a King’s Hound, a member of an elite order sworn to serve the king. Renowned for his unmatched skill and loyalty, Cassian is tasked with uncovering a conspiracy to overthrow the crown. But when his team of fellow Hounds is betrayed, Cassian is left isolated, hunted, and fighting to survive in a world where no one can be trusted.

Lady Charlotte is engaged to a Duke she's never met, a union that promises financial security for her struggling family but when her fiancé mysteriously disappears, Charlotte refuses to remain in the dark. Determined to find him, she travels to the isolated Gravewood Manor, only to discover it abandoned, and unnervingly eerie. Trapped by a fierce snowstorm, Charlotte takes refuge at the manor, concealing her true identity under the guise of a simple maid.

By diving into 55 Questions to Ask Yourself, you'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. This book is designed to help you ask the tough questions, provoke deep thought, and align your actions with your goals.

After spending one too many nights alone, Eli makes the impulsive decision to check "Whoever/Whatever/Whenever" on the MonsterFling app—because when you're a trans guy whose dating pool already feels limited, why not expand your options to include the supernatural? Scrolling through profiles of werewolves and vampires, it's a mysterious snake shifter with golden eyes and vertical pupils that makes his thumb freeze mid-swipe. Username: ScaleSapien. With a human torso and powerful serpentine lower half, Vex is everything Eli never knew he wanted—exotic, dangerous, and unapologetically himself.

Aditi Sharma, a young prodigy from Delhi, lives a life defined by her brilliance and passion for innovation. Known for her groundbreaking projects in artificial intelligence and low-cost technology, she dreams of creating tools to better humanity. But her extraordinary talents have made her a target for dangerous forces. Aditi's innovations attract shadowy figures from both India and abroad, including a ruthless cartel.

It’s a critical time...your ability to elevate to a greater fulfilled existence will provide the unique solutions needed to help shift the collective to higher consciousness. We need you and your realized gifts.

Even though new exoplanets are found every year, the chances of finding one that could support humans are extremely low. Nevertheless, astronomer Samuel Catoran is ecstatic when he discovers an unusual planet located 60 light-years away in the Galus system. When the planet, named Catora after its discoverer, is confirmed as habitable, the famed EM Tether technology is used to take the initial expeditionary force to the planet.

It's like there's a relationship hole in our life even when we're in a healthy relationship. Why is that? And, more importantly, how can we fill that hole? If we're honest with ourselves, we all have experienced this haunting sense of loss at one time or another. It generally comes when we put our lives under scrutiny, the times when we allow ourselves to be introspective. But what have we lost? What is missing in our lives? In this book, we'll explore the spiritual nature of that hole and then expound on how to fill that hole.