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Body, Soul and Cyberspace in Contemporary Science Fiction Cinema: Virtual Worlds and Ethical Problems
by Sylvie MagerstädtBody, Soul and Cyberspace explores how recent science-fiction cinema addresses questions about the connections between body and soul, virtuality, and the ways in which we engage with spirituality in the digital age. <P><P> The book investigates notions of love, life and death, taking an interdisciplinary approach by combining cinematic themes with religious, philosophical and ethical ideas. Magerstadt argues how even the most spectacle-driven mainstream films such as Avatar, The Matrix and Terminator can raise interesting and important questions about the human self and our interaction with the world. <P><P>Apart from these well-known science fiction epics, her analysis also draws on recent works, such as Inception, The Thirteenth Floor, eXistenZ, Aeon Flux, Total Recall (2012), Transcendence and TRON: Legacy. These films stimulate an engaging discussion on what makes us human, the role memory plays in understanding ourselves, and how virtual realities challenge the moral concepts that govern human relationships.
Franny the Jelly Bean Fairy: A Rainbow Magic Book (The Sweet Fairies #3)
by Daisy MeadowsJoin Rachel and Kirsty on their sweetest-ever fairy adventure! <p><p> Rachel and Kirsty are having a great time at the Fairyland Candy Harvest. But when Franny the Jelly Bean Fairy's magical object goes missing, all the treats lose their sweetness! Can the girls help save the day before everything turns sour?
Gabby the Bubble Gum Fairy: A Rainbow Magic Book (The Sweet Fairies #2)
by Daisy MeadowsJoin Rachel and Kirsty on their sweetest-ever fairy adventure!Gabby's special magic means sweets and treats everywhere taste delicious. But when Jack Frost steals her magical item, her bubble is well and truly burst! Can Rachel and Kirsty defeat him and return the sweetness to Fairyland?
Strike (Killers Incorporated #2)
by Stuart R. WestLeon Garber’s an accountant and occasional assassin. But he’s one of the good guys. See, Leon’s only interested in taking out abusers. He’s not the only serial killer on a mission, though. His past employer Like Minded Individuals, Inc. (LMI for short), employs quite a few. Mostly, Leon was a model employee. Or at least, he was until that little falling-out he had with them last year. Now he’s got a target on his back. He’s seriously out-numbered, but even worse, LMI has hired Leon’s former associate, Cody Spangler, to track him down. Unfortunately for Leon, someone else from Leon’s past, someone he never wanted to see again, has other ideas for Leon’s welfare. Old allies and new enemies clash to bring down the insidious Like-Minded Individuals, Inc. Serial killers have never been so much fun.
Monica the Marshmallow Fairy: A Rainbow Magic Book (The Sweet Fairies #1)
by Daisy MeadowsJoin Rachel and Kirsty on their sweetest-ever fairy adventure! <p><p> Kirsty and Rachel are delighted to be invited to Fairyland for the annual Candy Harvest. But when Monica the Marshmallow Fairy's magical object goes missing, they find themselves in a sticky situation! Can the girls defeat Jack Frost in time to save the Fairyland Sweet Factory from a bitter end?
Roar of the Thunder Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #8)
by Tracey West Damien JonesThis series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! <p><p> In book #8, Drake and the rest of the Dragon Masters are searching for Lalo the baby Lightning Dragon! Lalo was kidnapped by Eko -- Griffith's first Dragon Master. Eko ran away with her Thunder Dragon, Neru, years ago. Now she's back and she wants to kidnap every dragon in the kingdom! Can Drake and the other Dragon Masters rescue Lalo and stop Eko before it's too late?
Shelley the Sugar Fairy: A Rainbow Magic Book (The Sweet Fairies #4)
by Daisy MeadowsJoin Rachel and Kirsty on their sweetest-ever fairy adventure! <p><p> All of Fairyland and the human world enjoys Shelley the Sugar Fairy's tangy treats. But when Jack Frost steals her magical popping candy, it all starts exploding everywhere! Can the friends defeat him before Fairyland loses its fizz?
Kathryn the Gym Fairy (The School Day Fairies #4)
by Daisy MeadowsIt's time for Jack Frost to learn his lesson! Best friends Kirsty Tate and Rachel Walker usually only get to spend vacations and holidays with each other. But for a special week, they'll both be going to the same school! It's a good thing the two friends are together. Jack Frost is causing trouble at the Fairyland School--and the School Day Fairies need help! Kathryn's magic gym badge is the only one still missing. Rachel and Kirsty have to find it so that school days are fun for everyone again!
Lacey the Little Mermaid Fairy: A Rainbow Magic Book (The Fairy Tale Fairies #7)
by Daisy MeadowsJoin the Fairy Tale Fairies as they make sure everyone's favorite fairy tale characters get their happily ever after! Happily Ever After? Once upon a time, Rachel and Kirsty were excited to attend the special Fairy Tale Festival at TipTop Castle. But when Jack Frost steals the Fairy Tale Fairies' magic items, stories everywhere get all jumbled up. Even worse, characters from inside the books are coming to life and finding their way into the human world! The girls only have one more magic item left to find. When Lacey's magic conch shell is returned to her, the Little Mermaid will be safely back where she belongs! Find the special fairy object in each book and help save the Fairy Tale Magic!
Vampire in Defiance (Family Blood Ties #5)
by Dale MayerThis was it. For Tessa. For Cody. For Jared. Her family. Her Friends.Moltere's Mountain is collapsing. With Tessa, her friends and family still inside. Tessa won't go down without a fight...and she won't leave the others behind. But as she races to save everyone, time runs out. Grounded with an injured wing, Cody wants Tessa to leave while they still can. But most of their friends and family are missing. And he fears the worst...Jared had led the army into the mountain. Only to find they were looking to annihilate all vamps, not just the bad ones. He can't leave his friends vulnerable to yet another attack. But the mine is a death trap, and he could be the one that ends up dead. The pressure is on – to save friends, family, each other – only the enemy is just as determined that no one survives. Note: This book ends on a cliffanger as did the other books in the series. Book 6 is Vampire in Conflict
Dare to be Strong
by Dale MayerThis collection contains:Tuesday's ChildTouched by Death - Part 1 Second Chances - Part 1Vampire in DenialDangerous Designs
Dare to Be You…
by Dale MayerPlease note - these books end in cliffhangers!!!This collection contains:Vampire in Denial - Book 1 of the Family Blood Ties SeriesDangerous Designs - Book 1 of the Design SeriesIn Cassie's Corner - A preview of this book.
Music Fairies #1: Poppy the Piano Fairy (Music Fairies #1)
by Daisy MeadowsJack Frost and his goblins have stolen the Music Fairies' magic instruments. Music everywhere is out of tune! Now the goblins plan to play the instruments in a TV talent contest. If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, everyone could find out about Fairyland! <P> Poppy the Piano Fairy's magic instrument is in a music store, guarded by a grumbling goblin. What's the key to getting it back?<P> Find the magic instrument in each book and help keep Fairyland in perfect harmony!
Music Fairies #2: Ellie the Guitar Fairy (Music Fairies #2)
by Daisy MeadowsThe Music Fairies' magic instruments are missing. Now music everywhere is hitting all the wrong notes! This is our eighth group of fairies; all seven books in this group will launch at once. Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the Music Fairies' magic instruments. Music everywhere is out of tune! Now the goblins plan to play the instruments in a TV talent contest. If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, everyone could find out about Fairyland! A rockin' goblin has Ellie the Guitar Fairy's instrument, and he won't give it up without a fight! Can Rachel, Kirsty, and Ellie outsmart this guitar star? Find the magic instrument in each book and help keep Fairyland in perfect harmony!
Music Fairies #3: Fiona the Flute Fairy (Music Fairies #3)
by Daisy MeadowsThe Music Fairies' magic instruments are missing. Now music everywhere is hitting all the wrong notes! This is our eighth group of fairies; all seven books in this group will launch at once. Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the Music Fairies' magic instruments. Music everywhere is out of tune! Now the goblins plan to play the instruments in a TV talent contest. If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, everyone could find out about Fairyland! When the goblins play Fiona's magic flute, everyone in Wetherbury falls under its spell. But putting magic in the goblins' hands can only mean one thing --- trouble! Find the magic instrument in each book and help keep Fairyland in perfect harmony!
Music Fairies #4: Danni the Drum Fairy (Music Fairies #4)
by Daisy MeadowsThe Music Fairies' magic instruments are missing. Now music everywhere is hitting all the wrong notes! This is our eighth group of fairies; all seven books in this group will launch at once. Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the Music Fairies' magic instruments. Music everywhere is out of tune! Now the goblins plan to play the instruments in a TV talent contest. If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, everyone could find out about Fairyland! Rachel and Kirsty are going to be in a music video! Danni the Drum Fairy's instrument is on set, being played by a mischievous goblin. Can the girls snare him? Find the magic instrument in each book and help keep Fairyland in perfect harmony!
Music Fairies #5: Maya the Harp Fairy (Music Fairies #5)
by Daisy MeadowsThe Music Fairies' magic instruments are missing. Now music everywhere is hitting all the wrong notes! This is our eighth group of fairies; all seven books in this group will launch at once. Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the Music Fairies' magic instruments. Music everywhere is out of tune! Now the goblins plan to play the instruments in a TV talent contest. If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, everyone could find out about Fairyland! There's a wedding in Wetherbury, but the day could be ruined if Rachel and Kirsty can't find Maya's magic harp. They'll have to pull some strings to get it back! Find the magic instrument in each book and help keep Fairyland in perfect harmony!
Music Fairies #6: Victoria the Violin Fairy (Music Fairies #6)
by Daisy MeadowsThe Music Fairies' magic instruments are missing. Now music everywhere is hitting all the wrong notes! This is our eighth group of fairies; all seven books in this group will launch at once. Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the Music Fairies' magic instruments. Music everywhere is out of tune! Now the goblins plan to play the instruments in a TV talent contest. If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, everyone could find out about Fairyland! The girls are determined to track down Victoria the Violin Fairy's instrument --- even if they have to crash the goblins' band practice. But will the goblins fiddle their way out? Find the magic instrument in each book and help keep Fairyland in perfect harmony!
Music Fairies #7: Sadie the Saxophone Fairy (Music Fairies #7)
by Daisy MeadowsJack Frost and his goblins have stolen the Music Fairies' magic instruments. Music everywhere is out of tune! Now the goblins plan to play the instruments in a TV talent contest. If Rachel and Kirsty don't act fast, everyone could find out about Fairyland! <P> Jack Frost and his goblin band plan to jazz up the talent contest with Sadie's magic saxophone. It's up to Rachel and Kirsty to stop them --- and save their fairy friends!<P> Find the magic instrument in each book and help keep Fairyland in perfect harmony!
Rainbow Magic Special Edition: Gabriella the Snow Kingdom Fairy (Rainbow Magic)
by Daisy MeadowsThree sparkly stories in one Rainbow Magic book, just in time for Christmas!<P> What's wrong with winter?<P> Gabriella the Snow Kingdom Fairy's magic objects are missing, and winter break could be ruined for everyone! Gabriella knows that Jack Frost and his goblins are behind all the trouble. They've stolen her magic snowflake, festive spirit, and firestone. Now winter isn't a wonderland --- it's a mess!<P> Can Rachel and Kirsty help their new fairy friend? Or will their ski lodge vacation be extra-chilly, snow-free . . . and no fun?<P> Find the missing objects in all three stories inside this Rainbow Magic Special Edition, and help keep winter magical!
Vampire in Conflict (Family Blood Ties #6)
by Dale MayerThe blood farm is gone. Those behind it have either died, been caught, or are on the run. Time to return to the real world.Only normal life isn't quite what Tessa expected. Good thing, because there is no 'normal' anymore. She's different. Her family is different. Her friends are different. The world around her is different. Trying to find her place is not easy. She wants nothing more than to be a normal teenager and join Cody and his friends on a Friday night out.Cody wants the trouble to be over so he can get back to living the life he used to with one major addition – Tessa.Only Ian and Jewel aren't healing well, Rhia is acting out of character, and Jared keeps tripping over dead bodies. Then there's David, who'll do anything to help Jewel…even something he knows he shouldn't do.Something is wrong, and once again it's up to Tessa to figure out what is happening under the surface of this 'normal' life.Note: This book ends with a cliffhanger! Book 7 is coming soon.
Broken Protocols 3.5: A Charmin Marvin Christmas
by Dale MayerThis is book 3 in the Charmin Marvin Romantic Comedy Series. These books are novella length.Dani and Levi Blackburn have slid from being in trouble to borderline hell...They uncover hints of a dangerous conspiracy permeating the very foundation of their society. And people are disappearing, one by one...If it weren't for Levi’s twisted-genius brother and Charmin Marvin, Dani's talking cat, they wouldn't have gotten this far. At least, not alive.Only they aren't far enough, because someone is still after Dani – and everyone connected to her. They need to find a way to expose the massive cover up- and fast… before they are eliminated. Forever.
Vampire in Chaos (Family Blood #7)
by Dale MayerTessa's life has plummeted into chaos. Her father is missing, Goran is unconscious and showing no signs of healing, her mother has taken several steps off the deep end and David, well, she'll deal with him when she sees him - if she can find him. Cody isn't sure what happened to the supposedly successful conclusion to the blood farm madness but he's back in hell and damn it Tessa is once again leading the charge. Jared is on the run, again. With no one else he can trust, but Tessa's friends and family, he searches them out determined to help them solve this war - whether he is welcome or not. With everyone in distress or missing, Tessa struggles to find answers, and create some kind of order amongst the chaos - before their attackers strike again.
Vampire in Crisis (Family Blood Ties #8)
by Dale MayerThis is the 8th book in the popular Family Blood Ties series and continues the saga of Tessa and Cody as they battle both humans and vampires alike. This book ends in a cliffhanger the same as the other books in the series.Tessa's world exploded.She survived Deanna's inheritance. She sees more, hears more … understands more. But more is not always better. Cody doesn’t like what's happening around him. Tessa has walked through hell and she has a lot more to go before she's clear. He plans on standing by her side – her guardian – whether she wants him to be there for her or not. Jared can't believe all trails lead him into trouble. He'd escaped once. Tried to stay out of the mess since. But a friend is missing, and when he tries to get help, the person he confides in goes missing too. The vampire world was never ready for Tessa before. The new Tessa? No one is ready for her.
Rainbow Magic Special Edition: Shannon the Ocean Fairy (Rainbow Magic)
by Daisy MeadowsWith three stories in this brand-new Rainbow Magic Special Edition, readers can enjoy more fairy fun than ever!<P> It's an ocean commotion!<P> What's a fairy to do? Jack Frost has stolen three enchanted pearls that control the magic of the oceans. Without them, the tides are all wrong, the sea creatures are confused, and even daytime and nighttime have gotten mixed up! <P> When Shannon the Ocean Fairy asks Rachel and Kirsty for help, they set off on a magical adventure to an underwater world. But will they find the pearls in time . . . or will the girls be lost at sea?