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"e;Where we're from, you hear about war, but never about the people. You never hear about the ones you just stop seeing, the kids who never went to school again, the people who gave up. We're looking for people like you who have a good heart and the courage to do what's right, so that together, we can build our own community that anyone around the world can come to. A city that's made for the people."e; Everyone is welcome in Eita's Kihn. Established as a safe haven for those who do not belong in other parts of the world, humans and humanoids alike seek refuge inside of its walls. But soon even the residents of Eita's Kihn cannot ignore the strange occurrences around them: thoughtless beasts coordinating attacks, the High Spirit of Death offering allegiances with humans, and long-forgotten monsters coming back to life.On top of all of that, two of Eita's Kihn's three founders are missing. It is up to Ymir, the remaining founder and a four-armed giant, to find them. Will peace be restored to Eita's Kihn? Or will Ymir's world crumble before her very eyes?

I Wish You Knew - A Novel celebrates the flawed normalcy of two individuals who reunite under serendipitous circumstances. After more than a decade of separation, two childhood best friends cross paths in the most humorous way. The healing potential of human connection and empathy is then unveiled.Filled with a labyrinth of plot twists and a bit of luck, author Dasom Lee explores the healing power of love over grief. "e;Don't forget, but live in the present."e; sings throughout the story. Learn, alongside Jenny and Anthony, the importance of maturity when battling darkness and how we heal when we can cope with and see the beauty in our pain.Dasom Lee's young adult romance explores how grief can overshadow happiness. It shows how family can interfere with love and the true meaning of friendship. Readers will relate to the young characters; the vibrant buzz of city life; and how to overcome the past to live in the present.

When you feel like you're trapped in a dark cave with only despair to guide you, remember that you need to find the light.In Marlene McConnell's Ray of Light, we learn that, even in our darkest moments, we are not alone. Research provides us with the knowledge that many people around the world have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lives. It could be a person sitting next to us on the train, a co-worker in our office, a loved one, or even you holding this book that seeks light in the darkness. With this book, you will discover powerful healing journeys that will provide a deeper perspective on how to find your own path to recovery. McConnell brings a fresh new energy and perspective on healing, recovery, and the journey back to self. She shows us her journey of the choice to step out of trauma into joy and inner peace. She engages us to be the light and find the light in the darkness, so the cave of life can be filled with torchlights to guide us.

The current wasteful, inefficient, and unsustainable practices in America's food system have us hurtling towards a bleak future. Instead, A Farm on Every Corner suggests that a radical decentralization and localization of food production and a transformation of how our country grows, ships, eats, and disposes of its food is critical for a more sustainable, profitable, healthier, and tastier future.From a food forest in Atlanta, to sidewalks in Los Angeles, to the docks of Sitka, Alaska, this book will take you on a journey of what's possible when food meets community. It takes inventory of the current state of our nation's food system and makes the case for why empowering our communities to take back food production from corporations makes us all better off. Whether you're someone who visits their weekly farmers' market or if you've never given a second thought to how your food got to your plate, this book will show you the potential located down the street and across the country and teach you to reconnect how we eat with where we live. Let's dig in!

What is it like to live as an Asian woman in America? Through short stories, essays, and poems, the author shares the intimate details of her initial journey as an immigrant at the age of twelve from Vietnam to the United States, as well as the fun, and often confusing, events she experienced. Ultimately, Origins: An Immigrant's Journey in America will help you be more empathetic towards victims of discrimination and violence and gain a better understanding of the personal emotions of the victims involved. In this book, you'll read interesting stories such as: Asian-American underrepresentation in the media and Hollywood and the racial dynamics of some of your favorite movies and shows, including Sixteen Candles and The Big Bang Theory. The problem with a news article published by ESPN titled "A Chink in the Armor," in reference to basketball player Jeremy Lin. The day Thy officially became naturalized as an American citizen. And More! Those who have faced similar experiences will feel understood and less alone. If you are interested in racial representation and discrimination, or simply want to learn more about Asian immigration stories, this book is for you!

Are you a young adult who is curious about what it looks like to live in the freedom that Christ gives us? Free to Be explores the intersection of Christianity, freedom and responsibility. This book doesn't shy away from difficult topics: shame, sex, guilt and mental health. All addressed in a raw, honest and highly-relatable style. You'll learn about the idea of positive and negative freedoms as well as the first years of "freedom" that some people experienced on their personal journeys. In this book, you'll discover: Stories and insights from authors like Luke Lezon and Jonathan "JP" Pokluda Personal stories from the author and his faith journey Josh Thames and his life-altering rodeo adventure And More! This book is for you if you've asked yourself this question: "Can I have the 'college experience' and still be a Christian?" There is a way to live life that is greater than anything we could define on our own and it's truly freeing.

Electric utilities in the United States spent almost $60 billion on grid modernization in 2019 and will spend trillions in the coming decades to keep the lights on. We're facing a global challenge to make humanity's presence on this planet sustainable. The electrical grid is undergoing an energy transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, but it needs to become more flexible to supply and sustain our needs. Amazing work is being done with renewable energy to decarbonize the electrical grid, but the grid is not yet flexible enough to become carbon-neutral. Yet. Virtual Power details how energy storage and virtual power plants will enable the electrical grid to become more sustainable, affordable, and resilient. In this book, you'll discover: How grid scale energy storage in Australia reduces costs and keeps the lights on The Duck Curve: how virtual power plants made from charging electric vehicles are keeping solar energy from destroying California's electrical grid How businesses and governments are saving billions of dollars by investing in flexibility and storage These stories give us hope and provide reasons to be optimistic about our ability to make our energy consumption more sustainable in the future. If you are passionate about sustainability, the environment, or technology, Virtual Power is for you!

From the movie Concussion to Colin Kaepernick's controversial kneel, the sport of football has seen its fair share of debate over the past few years. With all this scrutiny, some fans are starting to ask: What lies ahead for the game? Are these the signs of a dying sport? Is there still hope for this old pastime?In appreciation of the NFL's 100th season, The NFL at 100 is an in-depth look at the past, present, and future of America's favorite sport. In this book, you'll learn about: * The beginnings of the game, dating back to the 1800s * Its evolution throughout the decades, including some of the sport's biggest historical heroes * Present day challenges and criticisms that the game is facing * The future of the game and how it's modernizing to meet demands of a new generation of viewersThe NFL at 100 is for football enthusiasts looking to get a holistic understanding of where the sport is today. It's intended to be a fun and entertaining journey: revisiting the history of the game, highlighting some of the most important points of evolution along the way, and an encouraging look at what lies ahead. It's time to celebrate the 100th season of professional football and see why America's most popular sport is just getting started.

Smart Swipe explores a subject rarely spoken of unless it is done so in hushed tones: sex. Author Valerie McPherson wants to normalize conversations about sex, so she decided to focus on hookup culture on college campuses, which is where many begin to explore their sexuality for the first time as part of the self-discovery process. Smart Swipe begins by answering some basic questions such as: What is hooking up? What does it mean to be sex-positive? Do you have to be in college to experience hookup culture? It then progresses into a discussion about everything pertaining to the topic of sex. McPherson explains how dating apps contribute to college hookup culture and shares her personal experiences, as well as the stories of people she has interviewed. Smart Swipe presents hooking up as what it is: young people figuring out what they want in a partner, learning to love their bodies, and standing up for what they feel is right in all situations. With juicy tell-all stories and powerful statements that open your mind and teach you acceptance, you will not want to put this book down until you are an educated participant or tolerant expert in college hookup culture.

Where do great NHL players come from? You might have a plethora of answers, but one that people tend to overlook is the ECHL (formerly East Coast Hockey League). Most people just see it as a mid to low level league... It might surprise you to learn that the ECHL has successfully played a hand in developing 662 NHL players. An avid hockey fan himself, Germond does not write as an outsider looking in. He gets onto the ice and shows you the practical and straightforward ways that the ECHL forges some of the NHL's talents. Germond has a strong connection to minor league ice hockey and truly believes the ECHL does not get the recognition it deserves for the developmental league that it is. ECHL 2 NHL: Developing NHL Players explores the intersections of prospect development, how to better the minor league developmental model, and ECHL success stories and what can be learned from them.This book includes not only Germond's personal experiences and knowledge but also that of professional players such as: * Jacob MacDonald of the Colorado Avalanche (NHL) & Colorado Eagles (AHL) * Shane Harper of Örebro HK (SHL) * Connor LaCouvee of the Laval Rocket (AHL) & Maine Mariners (ECHL) * And more...No matter what brought you to the rink, you will undoubtedly enjoy the view into the inner workings of professional hockey. Germond takes you on a tour through the ECHL and beyond.