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  Accept No Substitutes

  Robert Sheckley

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  Accept No Substitutes by Robert Sheckley - The Sexual Morality Act was fierce to buck, but the Algolian sex surrogate was ... er ... even fiercer! 
  Ralph Garvey's private space yacht was in the sling at Boston Spaceport, ready for takeoff. He was on yellow standby, waiting for the green, when his radio crackled. 
  "Tower to G43221," the radio buzzed. "Please await customs inspection." 
  "Righto," said Garvey, with a calmness he did not feel. Within him, something rolled over and died. 
  Customs inspection! Of all the black, accursed, triple-distilled bad luck! There was no regular inspection of small private yachts. The Department had its hands full with the big interstellar liners from Cassiopeia, Algol, Deneb, and a thousand other places. Private ships just weren't worth the time and money. But to keep them in line, Customs held occasional spot checks. No one knew when the mobile customs team would descend upon any particular spaceport. But chances of being inspected at any one time were less than fifty to one. 
  Garvey had been counting on that factor. And he had paid eight hundred dollars to know for certain that the East coast team was in Georgia. Otherwise, he would never have risked a twenty-year jail sentence for violation of the Sexual Morality Act. 
  There was a loud rap on his port. "Open for inspection, please." 
  "Righto," Garvey called out. He locked the door to the after cabin. If the inspector wanted to look there, he was sunk. There was no place in the ship where he could successfully conceal a packing case ten feet high, and no way he could dispose of its illegal contents. 
  "I'm coming," Garvey shouted. Beads of perspiration stood out on his high, pale forehead. He thought wildly of blasting off anyhow, running for it, to Mars, Venus.... But the patrol ships would get him before he had covered a million miles. There was nothing he could do but try to bluff it.

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  Red Madness - How a Medical...

  Gail Jarrow

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  One hundred years ago, a mysterious and alarming illness spread across America's South, striking tens of thousands of victims. No one knew what caused it or how to treat it. People were left weak, disfigured, insane, and in some cases, dead. Award-winning science and history writer Gail Jarrow tracks this disease, commonly known as pellagra, and highlights how doctors, scientists, and public health officials finally defeated it. Illustrated with 100 archival photographs, Red Madness includes stories about real-life pellagra victims and accounts of scientific investigations. It concludes with a glossary, timeline, further resources, author's note, bibliography, and index. This book is perfect to share with young readers looking for a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that is gripping the world today.

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  Superiority

  Arthur C. Clarke

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  Superiority by Arthur C. Clarke - Published in Fantasy and Science Fiction magazine in August 1951.  
  “Superiority” is a sharp and cautionary tale about technological overreach and its consequences in warfare. Set in a future space conflict between two rival factions, the story is told from the perspective of a defeated military officer recounting how his side lost the war, despite having superior technology. 
  The essence of the story revolves around the idea that relying too heavily on cutting-edge, untested advancements can lead to downfall. The side with “superior” technology introduces numerous innovative but unproven weapons systems, believing these advancements will guarantee victory. However, the complexities and issues that arise from implementing these new technologies—delays, breakdowns, and unforeseen complications—ultimately cause their defeat. 
  Clarke’s tale serves as a critique of the blind faith in technological progress without considering practical limitations and human factors, making it a timeless reflection on hubris, particularly in the context of military and industrial strategy.

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  The Only One Club

  Jane Naliboff

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  During the holiday season, Jennifer Jacobs discovers that she is the only Jewish student in her class. She is thrilled and so creates The Only One Club, of which she is the only glittery-badge-wearing member.
  When her classmates want to join her exclusive club Jennifer at first resists, but she later realizes that each person is " the only one" at something. She makes glittery badges for everyone, and distributes them while revealing the quality that makes each friend " the only one" .
  This book will encourage children to discover and treasure their own uniqueness and to look for unique qualities in others. We hope kids will want to make their own " Only One Club" badges and start these clubs with their friends.

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  BEYOND THE VEIL OF GRIEF -...

  Lucy Blair

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  In "Beyond the Veil of Grief," embark on a transformative journey that intertwines the realms of the living and the departed, offering solace and understanding to those who mourn. This profound guide delves into the sacred process of how the terminally ill prepare their souls for release, often communicating with unseen spirits and Angels who provide comfort and ensure a peaceful transition to the afterlife. 
  Within these pages, explore the depths of grief and the enduring connections that bind us to our loved ones even after they have passed. The memories we cherish, the intense void their absence creates, and the profound pain of loss are all acknowledged and validated. Yet, beyond the sorrow, this book reveals a beacon of hope—a testament to the extraordinary bonds that transcend the physical world. 
  Discover how to recognize and interpret the subtle messages and signs from the afterlife. Whether it's a fluttering butterfly, a flickering light, or a familiar scent, these are not mere coincidences but delicate affirmations from celestial messengers. "Beyond the Veil of Grief" empowers you to understand these signs, offering comfort and confirmation that your departed loved ones have found peace. 
  This book is for anyone who has recently bid farewell to a cherished soul or has been carrying the weight of grief for years. It acknowledges the difficult landscape of the grieving process and provides tools to navigate through it. Healing is portrayed not as forgetting but as integrating the memories of your loved ones into your life, fostering a continued bond that transcends life and death.

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  Did Your Mother Ever Tell You? -...

  Barbara "Babs" Costello

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  Read by the author.  
  From New York Times bestselling author Babs Costello, the internet’s favorite grandma, comes a book filled with the motherly wisdom we all need! Did Your Mother Ever Tell You? offers readers new insights on familiar phrases, with emotional support, encouragement, and unconditional love infused on every page. 
  We’ve all heard old sayings like “Don’t cry over spilled milk,” and “You catch more flies with honey than vinegar.” But did your mother ever tell you that it’s okay to cry over little things? And who wants to catch flies anyway? 
  In her book, Barbara Costello—also known as Brunch with Babs—brings a fresh perspective to these tired clichés, giving adults and kids alike some shared laughter and modern wisdom. With twinkling warmth and her signature question, Babs reminds readers what is truly timeless: a mother’s love for her child. 
  Did Your Mother Ever Tell You?features familiar phrases and fun rhyming verse for an engaging read-aloudis the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or anytimecomes from New York Times bestselling author and internet sensation Babs Costello, aka @BrunchwithBabs 
   

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