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An Alien Appeal

An Alien Appeal picks up where The Wise Ass left off, expands the roster of mystical and magical characters, reunites Jimmy with his last sibling and finds Jimmy and Everett traveling through space to Proxima b to answer to that planet's elite for Everett's decisions and Jimmy's continued existence.All of Jimmy's wishes come true, including arguing his friend's case before the highest court in this galaxy, but there are prices to pay and Jimmy's life hangs in the balance. Love is tested and irrevocable choices are made.These colorful characters' continuing evolution embraces love, interstellar courtroom drama, loss and tears. Of course, Claire plays her central role in the resolution of it a...
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The Wise Ass

When Wise Guys meet the Wise Ass and friends, all hell breaks loose.

After his brothers are murdered, a New York mob lawyer testifies against his associates and is forced to enter WITSEC (the Witness Protection Program). He and his wife are relocated to a rural area outside a small town in Colorado where he is compelled to adapt to his new life under the constant threat of mafia reprisal. Reflexively resisting his immersion into all things country, this life long city boy meets and adopts a loquacious mule and befriends his closest neighbors, who have even greater secrets to conceal.

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ChatGPT Unlocked

Whether you're 18 or 80, ChatGPT Unlocked is your no-jargon, step-by-step companion for discovering how AI & ChatGPT can make your everyday life easier, faster, and more fun.Based on the author’s wildly popular online classes (ChatGPT Unlocked, AI and ChatGPT for Beginners, and AI Made Simple), this book is written for people who want clear instructions—not tech-speak. You’ll learn what ChatGPT is (in plain English), how it compares to Google, and exactly how to download and start using it immediately for things like:·        Writing emails, lists, posts, and letters·        Planning trips, dinners out, meals i...
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The Adventures of Israel St. James

Israel St. James is your average 19th century Cambridge student - fancy beard, bowler hat, waistcoat, and watch.Everything changes when he and his colleagues uncover Archimedes' Apothecary, a mysterious cabinet containing magical items and ancient texts.After pirates attack, Israel is fatefully marked with immortality and 'Archimedes' Insight' - the ability to discern the true nature of magic relics with a single touch. From then until now, he has traveled the world in search of these supernatural artifacts in order to keep humanity safe from baddies who would abuse their power toward nefarious ends.Travel with Dr. St. James through pivotal events in history as he encounters a host of colorf...
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Wilma Dunn: Plumber of Crate

The town of Crate seems like a wonderful place to live. Perfect, even. Everyone has everything they need, and a council of experts makes sure it stays that way.

Well, one less expert now. Amos Dunn has passed away, and his niece, Wilma, has been tapped to take over his position. She's nervous about change, and she has large shoes to fill, but her uncle taught her everything he could about how to do his job. She might be just what the town needs.

Whether she's what the town wants ... that's another question. But as Uncle Amos always said, never stop asking questions.

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CHAOS OF MOKII

Mokii is a city that exists only in the combined imaginations of its inhabitants. They are not dreaming. You might be sitting on a train while your brain drifts to explore Mokii. You need to get past the bouncer, have fun, yet experience danger. 

key words: Experimental, metaphysical short story science fiction Kindle Unlimited Metaverse  

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ALIEN EXIT

Alien Exit is driven by a female astronaut, a Palaeolithic mongrel, Glastonbury chaos, steamy sex in space, a journalist and a mad general. All to overcome time-quakes created when aliens depart Earth.

This novel attempts to break tropes: the aliens are not invading, they're leaving; the planet as spheres but s l o w l y.; usual ways to communicate do not work.

key words first contact 

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VENGEANCE ISLAND

In 1551 Ottoman pirates abducted the population of a Mediterranean island and sold them as slaves or took the better looking to harems. Those souls needed revenge.

I helped their cause in Vengeance Island assisted by an ancient spirit of Gozo and by the puzzled descendants in modern France.

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Quantum Highway

The new science fiction book - Quantum Highway -offers an exciting viewpoint of a whole wormhole network that can take you almost anywhere. Planetary portals take you anywhere on the surface or within and travel to other dimensions. Space portals journeying vast distances outside space-time.
Strange crafts and artefacts with minuscule quantum engineering cause mayhem to the Space Agency's ordered existence. Setting out on a knowledge-seeking adventure trail, Jim and crew are flung into other strange worlds that coexist alongside space-time. An evil adversary with the same capabilities lures them into death-defying situations.

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Pandora's Gardener

There's a war being waged between two secret factions. At stake is the heart of democracy itself. The key to victory is a small, seemingly harmless, piece of computer hardware, which in the wrong hands, could bring about a technological Dark Age. The race is on to find it as a trail of death is left in its path. John Cranston is a gardener. He's not really interested in global domination, he'd much rather mow a lawn. He's the current keeper of that harmless looking thing. The problem is - he's the last person to know. Meanwhile, Detective Inspector Sutherland and his sidekick Sergeant Bludgeon are working on the mystery of the missing accountants, little knowing that this will...
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Florida: The Living Library

In a world overflowing with fast answers and forgotten voices, Florida: The Living Library reminds us that the greatest wisdom isn’t found online, it’s lived, and often sitting right next to us. Nowhere is that truer than in Florida, home to one of the richest, untapped living libraries of life experiences in the country… Seniors!This heartfelt book bridges generations—encouraging young people to seek guidance from seniors and reminding older adults just how valuable their stories still are. Packed with real-life insights, timeless lessons, conversation starters, and reflection pages, it’s the perfect gift for graduates, grandparents, or anyone who values the power of connection fo...
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Thoughts of Life & Beyond

Have you ever paused to reflect on what life means and how it came to be? Together, ‘Thoughts’ will explore the human race’s origins and share insights into our beginnings, shedding light on the facts that help us understand our shared history. ‘Thoughts’ comprehensively explains the universe and its naturalistic complexity and beauty. The author skillfully weaves psychic information from his experiences and visions of the future into his books, adding an extra layer of intrigue and depth. So, if you’re ready to embark on an incredible journey through the multiverse to the Big Bang and beyond, look no further.

 

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The Journey Continues

Richard Erschik didn’t just live eight decades—he made every chapter count. In this inspiring and refreshingly honest memoir, you’ll follow his journey:From humble beginnings on the streets of ChicagoTo military service during a pivotal time in U.S. historyThrough the grit and glory of building a $10M businessInto a powerful reinvention as a sought-after educator and 10x authorTold with humor, humility, and hard-earned wisdom, "The Journey Continues" is more than a memoir—it’s a message:You’re never too old to grow.Reinvention is always possible.And the best chapters of your story may still lie ahead.If you’re navigating your own crossroads—or just looking for a boost of hope...
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Online Webinars That Pay!

In "Online Webinars That Pay", veteran educator, presenter, and 10-time author Richard Erschik walks you through a proven, practical process for turning your knowledge, skills, or experience into revenue-generating online webinars—without needing an audience, fancy tech, or a marketing budget.

Whether you’re a subject matter expert, consultant, speaker, or retired professional, this book shows you how to:

  • Learn which commercial webinar platforms pay you to present

  • Craft a compelling presentation that draws attendees

  • Get invited back and build a repeatable income stream

Buy your copy now and start building your own online training income.

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Your Career Advantage

A step-by-step, class-style guide, created from personal experience by 10x author Richard Erschik, who was a successful company CEO that trained over 45,000 professionals. It includes four complete classes on subjects needed in real business—now available in one powerful resource.You’ll learn how to master 4 critical skills:Leading Effective Meetings – Like a proDelivering Powerful Presentations – With clarity, confidence, and presenceUnderstanding Emotional Intelligence & Social Styles – To Navigate workplace personalitiesMastering AI and ChatGPT – To improve performance and save timeCollege students and young professionals, whether you're just starting your career, climbing...
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