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  Lost Sci-Fi Books 201 thru 220 -...

  Isaac Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke,...

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  Twenty unforgettable journeys into the imagination of vintage science fiction. 
  Lost Sci-Fi Books 201 thru 220 delivers another powerful collection of classic short stories from the golden age of sci-fi. Brilliant scientists attempt impossible experiments. Explorers step onto dangerous new worlds. Strange visitors arrive with secrets that could change everything. 
  From eerie discoveries to shocking twists and daring adventures among the stars, these stories capture the excitement and bold ideas that made vintage science fiction legendary. If you love classic sci-fi filled with wonder, danger and unforgettable imagination, this collection belongs in your library. 
  Lost Sci-Fi Books 201 thru 220Microcosmic God by Theodore SturgeonAccept No Substitutes by Robert SheckleyThe Star by Arthur C. ClarkeThe First Man on the Moon by Alfred CoppelCry Silence by Fredric BrownThe Colour Out of Space by H. P. LovecraftBirkett's Twelfth Corpse by August DerlethCastaway by Arthur C. ClarkeThe Veldt by Ray BradburyThe Small Bears by Gene L. HendersonIn the Walls of Eryx by H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth SterlingDance of the Dead by Richard MathesonNever Trust A Thief! by Robert SilverbergHey Ma, Where's Willie? by I. M. BuksteinRing Around The Sun by Isaac AsimovNever on Mars by John WyndhamDeath-Wish by Ray BradburyAtomic Station by Frank Belknap LongTime Pussy by Isaac AsimovAll Cats Are Gray by Andre Norton

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  Getting Mixed Up

  Christine Evans

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  This fun-filled chapter book for children ages 6-9 introduces three young witches whose friendship and budding 
  business skills are tested when they start a magical business to save money for camp.Stella, Aurora, and Luna 
  are finally old enough for Witch Academy Summer Sleepaway Camp, but there’s just one problem—Aurora’s 
  family can’t afford it! The girls launch the Magic Makers Club to earn the money needed. But their club gets off 
  to a less-than-enchanting start! Problems appear as the witches rush ahead with a hastily made potion that 
  strains their friendship and creates trouble around town. Can the girls regroup and save their new business? 
  Can they find a way to work together? A simple wave of a magic wand won’t be enough…Each book in the 
  new Magic Makers Club series highlights entrepreneurial and business skills for kids, together with friendship 
  problems–and solutions–and plenty of fun. A potent and bewitching “spell” for chapter book readers!

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  Zac and Jac

  Cathy Jenkins

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  Nine-year-old Jac sees his father as a hero, but when Jac joins a local football team with his best friend Zac, things start to get a bit weird at home. It’s not until a group of professional footballers come into school to talk about racism that Jac realises what his father’s problem could be. After a traumatic turn of events, Jac learns of the difficulties faced by Zac’s grandparents and the Windrush Generation and becomes determined to help to make a change in society, starting with his own family.

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  Scar Dakota

  Jason Wright

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  Shane Dakota's world is falling to pieces. He's just moved over Christmas break from North Carolina to the very strange mountain land of Utah. Suddenly Shane's grandparents are raising him and he's spending way too much time teaching his grandpa about Netflix while learning more than any seventh grader ever should about pickleball.But even Shane knows those aren't his biggest problems. His mother, a member of the National Guard, has just passed away and Shane is struggling with the truth. Plus when the holiday break ends, Shane has to walk into a huge new school with a story, a secret, and a fresh scar on his right cheek.Shane tries to fit in, but he can't stop thinking about his mother, wondering about a father he's never even met, and remembering the bizarre accident in North Carolina that sent his world spinning. Just when it all feels upside down, Shane makes friends with his new neighbors Kabir, Ink, and a crew of almost-famous YouTubers. Shane even scores a new nickname - Scar - and he actually likes it!But just as Scar finally finds his place, he betrays a friend and receives a mysterious text message that threatens to expose his secret. Can Scar face the truth about friendship and his family in front of the entire seventh grade on the biggest stage he's ever seen? Will he learn lessons about the power of religious and cultural diversity in time?More than anything, Scar must learn that everyone has scars, and if we choose, they have power to become beautiful.

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  The Eyes Have It - A Paranoid...

  Philip K. Dick

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  When an unsuspecting reader picks up a cheap paperback on the bus, he thinks he’s found light entertainment. Instead, he uncovers evidence—hidden in everyday phrases—that humanity has already been infiltrated by beings who can detach their eyes, arms, and hearts without concern. As his imagination spirals, what begins as amusement turns into cosmic alarm. Could the invasion already be complete, concealed by the way we use our words? 
  The Eyes Have It is Philip K. Dick at his most playful and inventive, turning language itself into the source of paranoia. With each turn of phrase taken literally, Dick builds a story that’s equal parts satire and science fiction, a sharp look at how we interpret the world around us. 
  Philip K. Dick (1928–1982) reshaped modern speculative fiction with visionary tales that explore perception, identity, and the thin line between reality and illusion. Author of Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, Minority Report, and more than 120 short stories, his influence reaches from literature to film, philosophy, and pop culture. Listening to The Eyes Have It offers a lighter side of Dick’s genius—proof that even his humor was ahead of its time.

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  Beyond Babylon Resilience in...

  Jason Jansson

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  Preface 
  Welcome to the vibrant, unpredictable world of Slab City California—a place where trials and transformation intersect amidst the desert ruins. In the season of 2024, I embarked on a journey to this otherworldly post-apocalyptic landscape, seeking refuge from the constraints of modern society and discovering profound lessons in resilience and human connection. 
  My experiences in Slab City were nothing short of transformative. What began as a quest for escape evolved into a profound exploration of self-discovery and communal living. Here, amidst the remnants of a forgotten military base, I encountered a community unlike any other—a gathering of souls navigating their own purgatories, seeking solace and renewal in the desert expanse. 
  As you delve into the pages of this book, you'll join me on a journey of personal evolution and collective wisdom. From the vibrant art installations of East Jesus to the camaraderie of the Oasis Club, each encounter in Slab City left an indelible mark on my spirit. The Slabbers I met—resilient, resourceful, and irreverently creative—taught me invaluable lessons about living authentically and embracing the unexpected. 
  Through the trials and tribulations of Slab City, I discovered that true transformation begins with the courage to embrace the unknown and the willingness to connect deeply with others. This book is a testament to the enduring spirit of humanity, a celebration of unconventional living, and a reminder that amidst desolation, hope and community flourish. 
  Join me as we uncover the secrets of Slab City, where the mundane fades away and the extraordinary emerges. May this journey inspire you to seek your own path of authenticity and resilience, wherever your adventures may lead. 
  Let the metamorphosis begin. Jason

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