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New Beginnings is a post-apocalyptic zombie novel about what comes after survival: the messy work of rebuilding a society where the living and the reanimated must coexist. Jack O’Brien, a former soldier has crossed the line between life and death and returned “functional” through an imperfect serum. In a repurposed field-hospital settlement, Jack helps hold together a fragile peace: reanimated workers keep food, sanitation, and security running, while frightened survivors struggle to trust anything that still hungers. When new arrivals and hardliners push for segregation—and ...

In the shadowed hollows of 1890s Ashe County, North Carolina, the enigmatic Melungeons—descendants of African, European, and indigenous blood—face a world of whispers and prejudice. Sensationalized by journalist Will Allen Dromgoole, their myths of shifting skin tones and exotic origins ignite public fascination, while census takers label them "free persons of color" amid flickering illusions: blue eyes and high cheekbones that shimmer like holograms under mountain light. But as racial reclassification laws tighten and discrimination bites deeper, a darker horror stirs—people ...

Learning about Security and AI is like having your cake and eating it too – a fabulous combo that everyone needs in their lives. Here are a few reasons why this topic is so important: Cybersecurity threats are the new black: With technology advancing faster than you can say "hold my latte," cybercriminals are finding new, innovative ways to wreak havoc. Getting your hands dirty in the world of Security and AI helps you stay one step ahead of those pesky hackers and protect your precious data. Privacy, please: Unless you want your personal information to become the talk of the digital town...

In the high silence of the Ironclaw Mountains, where anvils ring louder than war drums and the sky is veined with falling stars, a single mistake shattered a life, a clan, and the fragile balance of a world. The Forged Betrayal is the tale of that mistake—of a warrior whose strength became a curse, a kingdom built on fractured legends, and a crystal whose light has always carried the shadow of the void. Long before the first page of this story, master-smiths of a dwarven-human bloodline drew power from shards of an Ancient Crystal, forging blades that could cleave spells and armor alike. ...

The Road of Grace: Walking the Romans Road to Salvation and Spiritual Renewal - A 7-Week Journey to Understanding and Sharing the Gospel Discover the timeless path that leads from guilt to grace, from striving to peace, from death to life. For generations, the Romans Road has guided believers through the heart of the Gospel — a clear, compelling journey through the Book of Romans that reveals the problem of sin, the power of the cross, and the freedom found in life with the Spirit. In The Romans Road of Salvation, Rod Trent revitalizes this classic message for today’s world — a world ...

Welcome to "The Pithy Guide to Prompt Engineering: Building Better Prompts for Generative AI." In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming industries, the ability to craft effective prompts has become a crucial skill. This book aims to provide a comprehensive guide to understanding and mastering the art of prompt engineering. Generative AI, with its ability to create content, solve problems, and generate insights, holds immense potential. However, the quality of its output is heavily dependent on the prompts it receives. This book delves into the importance of effective ...

Must Learn KQL - the blog series, the book, the video channel, the merch store After hearing that our customers’ largest barrier to using things like Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, and even reporting for Microsoft Intune is KQL - the query language - that was a wake-up call for me. And, of course, (if you know me) I wanted to do something about it. So, the Must Learn KQL learning was born. KQL is a beautifully simple query language to learn. And believe me – if I can learn it, there’s no question that anyone can learn it. After hearing that from our customers and after researching and ...

Conflicts are inevitable. Whether in the workplace, within families, or on a global scale, the ability to manage and resolve conflicts is a crucial skill. This book, "The Pithy Guide to Conflict Resolution: Managing and Resolving Conflicts Effectively," aims to provide readers with practical tools and strategies to navigate and resolve conflicts effectively. The journey begins with a comprehensive understanding of what conflict is and the various types it can take. By delving into the sources and causes of conflicts, as well as the stages of conflict development, readers will gain a solid ...

Navigate Your Career with Purpose and Peace In the relentless rush of modern professional life, it's easy to feel lost. The pressure to succeed, the long hours, and the ethical gray areas can leave even the most accomplished individual feeling adrift, exhausted, and spiritually disconnected. Faith in the Workplace: GPS for Busy Professionals is a guide to charting a course that honors both your career ambition and your deepest beliefs. This isn't about fitting faith into your free time; it's about making your faith the core operating system for every meeting, decision, and deadline. Drawing...

In a near-future world enthralled by the promise of immortality, advanced brain-computer interfaces grant humanity the unprecedented ability to upload their consciousness. This technological marvel, designed to break the chains of mortality, quickly becomes the defining achievement of an era. The lines between flesh and code blur; minds roam freely in digital landscapes, preserved and connected beyond biological limits. But within this shimmering utopia, a shadow emerges: an adaptive viral algorithm begins to infiltrate the neural networks. At first, it is a subtle corruption, a tickle in ...

The year is 2045, a century after World War II. As the world has moved on from the atrocities of World War II, an ominous force lurks in the depths of the cosmos, plotting its revenge. In the waning days of the war, the desperate dictator was abducted by an advanced alien civilization, the Kridrax, who saw his twisted genius as a valuable asset in their quest for universal domination. Promising the chance to conquer Earth and exact his vengeance, the Kridrax performed a sinister experiment – transplanting the dictator's consciousness into a synthetic body, one designed to sustain him ...

Welcome to "The Pithy Guide to the Quantum Journey: From Basics to Mars," a comprehensive exploration of the fascinating world of quantum computing. This book is designed to take you on a journey through the fundamental principles, historical milestones, current advancements, and future possibilities of quantum computing. In the first chapter, we delve into the basics of quantum computing, comparing it with classical computing and introducing key concepts such as qubits, entanglement, and superposition. We then move on to the history of quantum computing, highlighting early theories, ...

In a world teetering on the precipice of a genetic revolution, Dr. Elara Voss's groundbreaking discovery threatens to upend the very fabric of life itself. Her research into DNA replication errors unveils a startling truth – spontaneous mutations are not merely random occurrences but are influenced by the enigmatic quantum mechanical behavior of hydrogen atoms within the genetic code. This revelation exposes the existence of "Quantum Tides" – an unseen force that ebbs and flows, altering the probability of tautomer formation and thus the rate of genetic mutations. The implications are ...

The Pithy Guide to Enhancing Health for Remote and In-Person Workers is a comprehensive resource designed to address the unique health challenges faced by both remote and in-person workers. This guide delves into the importance of maintaining health in the workplace and offers practical tips, tricks, equipment recommendations, and routines to foster a healthier workforce. The book begins with an overview of the significance of health in the workplace, highlighting the challenges faced by remote and in-person workers and the benefits of a healthy workforce. It then explores various health ...

The importance of robust security measures cannot be overstated. As artificial intelligence (AI) systems become increasingly integral to our daily lives, the need for comprehensive security solutions is paramount. "The Pithy Guide to Microsoft Purview" is designed to equip readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complex world of AI security. This book delves into the fundamentals of AI security, exploring various threats that AI systems face, from data poisoning and adversarial attacks to human impersonation and bias. It provides a detailed overview of the measures ...

A new paradigm is emerging that promises to revolutionize the way we interact with machines: Agentic AI. Unlike traditional AI systems that operate based on predefined rules and algorithms, Agentic AI systems are designed to act autonomously, making decisions and taking actions to achieve specific goals. This book delves into the foundations, development, and implications of Agentic AI, providing a comprehensive overview of this groundbreaking technology. We begin by exploring the historical context of AI development, tracing the evolution from early AI systems to the sophisticated ...

In today's interconnected world, cybersecurity has become a critical aspect of our daily lives. With the rapid evolution of technology, the threats we face have grown more sophisticated and pervasive. This book, "The Pithy Guide to Cybersecurity: Strategies for Digital Life," aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity, its importance, and the strategies needed to protect themselves in the digital age. We begin by exploring the definition and significance of cybersecurity, tracing its historical evolution, and examining current trends and future directions. ...

Nestled in the tranquil outskirts of a quaint town lies the Starlight Eldercare Facility, a serene haven where lifelong friends Eleanor, George, Mabel, and Harold have reunited after decades. Their bond, forged in the fires of childhood escapades and schoolyard mischief, remains as strong as ever, even in their twilight years. They spend their days reminiscing about the past, sharing laughter over old memories, and finding solace in each other's company. Life at Starlight is usually quiet, filled with cozy knitting circles, afternoon tea, and endless games of bridge. But when a new resident...

Every life is a story we learn to tell ourselves. We collect fragments—names, places, faces, scents—and stitch them into something that feels coherent enough to live inside. But what happens when the story you’ve been given doesn’t belong to you? When the memories that anchor you are not memories at all, but a carefully arranged stage set—painted, lit, and controlled by unseen hands? The Unraveling of Miranda Hale began with that question. This novel follows Miranda as the quiet, contained life she has built in Edinburgh is shattered by two words: “Remember Prague.” From that ...

Ethan is back! The Samaritan Algorithm is a gripping, thought-provoking science fiction thriller that explores the razor-thin boundary between healing and erasure in a world transformed by advanced artificial intelligence and neural technology. Six months after the world believed Ethan Veritas—an advanced AI—was deactivated for good, unexplained miracles and impossible rescues begin to ripple through the city. As the lines between technology and humanity blur, Dr. Evelyn Carter and her team are drawn into a clandestine investigation, torn between the promise of erasing suffering and the...