Books with author Benjamin M.

After years spent studying alien life in the seas of Europa, Dr. Kiara Lacroix has become one of Earth’s foremost exobiology experts. Her research brings her to the attention of the Global Space Federation, which has a top-secret mission for her: an advanced alien civilization has been discovered in the depths of an icy planet five light-years from Earth, and Kiara is expected to join the crew making first contact.Kiara has her hesitations, but as usual her scientific curiosity gets the better of her. She and her crew will be using experimental technology which establishes long-distance contact via a dream-reality beamed through a wormhole: the spacetime sequence. It’s even riskier than it sounds.Of course, Kiara’s not the only one with hesitations about the GSF’s actions. And some of those people have the resources—and the access to GSF’s classified mission information—to do something about them.A Spacetime Tale is high-concept hard science fiction at its finest.Cover art by Jeff Brown

'The emperor's mistress had been murdered, and the world had been taken hold of and turned upon its head' Prague, 1599. Christian Stern, a young doctor, has just arrived in the city. On his first evening, he finds a young woman's body half-buried in the snow.The dead woman is none other than the emperor's mistress, and there's no shortage of suspects. Stern is employed by the emperor himself to investigate the murder. In the search to find the culprit, Stern finds himself drawn into the shadowy world of the emperor's court - unspoken affairs, letters written in code, and bitter rivalries. But there's no turning back now...

Geneva finally knows her true identity. Her quest for the truth uncovered the legendary Book of Secrets. The fabled tome gave her a name, a family and a destiny to fulfill. But it’s much more than she bargained for. Hullabee Island holds more secrets than she ever imagined. The further she and her friends move into the mystical rainforest the more truths they uncover, proving nothing is what it seems. While on the run from the island’s evil dark army, a forgotten tribe offers unexpected refuge to Geneva and friends, bringing new allies into her life. They teach her how to access magic beyond her wildest dreams. But can she trust them with the mysterious secrets of her destiny? Geneva isn’t the only one determined to solve the mysteries the book holds. With the enemy closing in, her powers will be tested. Is she strong enough to harness the legendary power the Book of Secrets grants, or will it fall into the wrong hands?The perfect read for fans of Percy Jackson, Magnus Chase and Harry Potter.

This stunning debut novel about grief and wonder was an instant New York Times bestseller and captured widespread critical acclaim, including selection as a 2015 National Book Award finalist! After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy must have been a rare jellyfish sting--things don't just happen for no reason. Retreating into a silent world of imagination, she crafts a plan to prove her theory--even if it means traveling the globe, alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe...and the potential for love and hope right next door. Oddlot Entertainment has acquired the screen rights to The Thing About Jellyfish, with Gigi Pritzker set to produce with Bruna Papandrea and Reese Witherspoon.

Volume two to the epic Banished Lands saga. Join the continuing adventure as Durian and Pallin make the long trek toward the Banished Lands as Sheabor and the others unveil a startling plan for the survival of the Eastern Realm. But mysterious forces working in the shadows threaten to unravel everything they've accomplished. Are they too late to stop what's long been set in motion? Or will this band of unlikely heroes find a way to rescue the kingdom? Find out in the second, fast paced installment of The Banished Lands...Alliances.

Ready Review for the General Surgery Oral Boards is a new, pocket-sized resource for preparation for the ABS General Surgery Certifying Exam, published in 2011. • 20 chapters spanning the breadth of general surgery. • Delivers information in a concise format to maximize studying efficiency. • Features updated information based on the most current cancer treatment guidelines. • Contains summaries of management algorithms for scenarios such as renal failure, hypotension, cardiac arrest, and trauma. • Includes an “operative guide” highlighting the important steps of over 120 procedures, ranging from FNA to Whipples and covering everything in between. • May also serve as a high-yield review for the ABSITE and ABS General Surgery Qualifying Exam.

Volume three of the epic saga. The alliance has won a major victory. A breath of fresh air. But things begin to unfold as Sheabor pushes to extend the alliance to Kester and the Bearoc, whose relationship has grown strained. Sheabor's plan may lead to war, not with Corcoran but against the very members he seeks to unite. Find out what happens in this fast paced installment of the Banished Lands series.Volume three of The Banished Lands series has a lot more Fantasy Romance. I believe in writing fantasy books for kids, young adult and adults alike. This book would be rated PG-PG13. The Banished Lands series combines the best of medieval fantasy, fantasy romance, and coming of age.