Hive Monkey

Hive Monkey
Author: Gareth L. Powell
Publisher: Solaris
Total Pages: 316
Release: 2013-12-31
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 184997652X

In order to hide from his unwanted fame as the spitfire-pilot-monkey who emerged from a computer game to defeat the nefarious corporation that engineered him, the charismatic and dangerous Ack-Ack Macaque is working as a pilot on a world-circling nuclear-powered Zeppelin.But when the cabin of one of his passengers is invaded by the passenger’s own dying doppelganger, our hirsute hero finds himself thrust into another race to save the world – this time from an aggressive hive mind, time-hopping saboteurs, and an army of homicidal Neanderthal assassins!

Macaque Attack

Macaque Attack
Author: Gareth L. Powell
Publisher: Solaris
Total Pages: 342
Release: 2014-12-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1849978816

INFINITE MONKEYS He’s saved the world twice. Now the dangerous but charismatic Ack-Ack Macaque finds himself leading a dimension-hopping band of angry monkeys, facing an invading horde of implacable killer androids, and confronting the one challenge for which he was never prepared: impending fatherhood! Meanwhile, former journalist Victoria Valois finds herself facing old enemies as she fights to save the electronic ghost of her dead husband, and Merovech, King of the United Kingdoms of Great Britain and France, receives a troubling message from the dead sands of Mars...

Monkey Wars

Monkey Wars
Author: Richard Kurti
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2015-01-06
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 0385388489

“Strikingly original” is how Anthony Horowitz, author of the Alex Rider series, describes Monkey Wars. “Kurti draws from history to deliver a powerful allegory . . . [and] keeps this effective, memorable tale rooted in reality.” —Publishers Weekly, Starred Review Sustain the weak. Destroy the strong. A dark fable in the vein of Animal Farm, Watership Down, and The Wave, this action-packed page-turner is told entirely from the monkeys’ points of view and shines a light on the politics of power, the rise of tyrants, and the personal dilemmas that must be faced when your life is on the line. When rhesus monkeys are brutally massacred on the dusty streets of Kolkata by a troop of power-hungry langur monkeys, Mico, a privileged langur, becomes entangled in the secrets at the heart of his troop’s leadership and is shocked at what he discovers. He feels compelled to help the few surviving rhesus, especially Papina, a young female he befriends, even though doing so goes against everything he’s been taught. As more blood is spilled, Mico realizes that choosing between right and wrong won’t be easy. Includes a note from the author, as well as interesting monkey species facts. Additional praise for MONKEY WARS “The allure of power—even for the most conscientious—is portrayed with frightening effectiveness. Powerful.”—Kirkus Reviews “An imaginative fable about the nature of power and the responsibility of the individual. With plenty of action . . . a fascinating epilogue . . . [and] striking cover art.” —Booklist “Following in the tradition of George Orwell’s Animal Farm and William Golding’s Lord of the Flies, war and politics shape the lives of several monkey troops. An interesting premise that will provide readers with an introduction to fascism and political corruption.” —School Library Journal

The Explorer

The Explorer
Author: Katherine Rundell
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2017-09-12
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481419455

From the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award-winning author of Cartwheeling in Thunderstorms comes an exciting new novel about a group of kids who must survive in the Amazon after their plane crashes. 5 1/2 x 8 5/16.

Pebblemonkey

Pebblemonkey
Author: Manindra Gupta
Publisher: Jadavpur University Press
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2022-08-18
Genre:
ISBN:

High above the Himalayan snowline, an ibex dislodges a pebble. As it falls, bounces, and tumbles into a stream, the pebble turns into a monkey… Pebblemonkey pinwheels through cedars and poplars, discovering himself, realising the world in all its intricacy and beauty, immersing himself in the knowable and the unknowable… The odyssey of a monkey born from stone who tried it all: forbidden love, asceticism, adventure, revolt against land-grabbers who tried to destroy his home, and bringing the forest and the city into an alliance with one another only to realise what matters most.

The Recollection

The Recollection
Author: Gareth L Powell
Publisher: Rebellion Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 317
Release: 2021-04-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1786183250

“It is an evil born of war. It is the end of all things.” Four hundred years ago, Ed and Alice Rico threw themselves through a mysterious portal on the London Underground, hunting for Ed’s lost brother—Alice’s husband—Verne. Now, starship captain Katherine Abdulov embarks on a desperate race against ruthless rival captain—and her former lover—Victor Luciano, to try and earn back her family’s trust. Tomorrow, all their lives will be thrown together by disaster, as an ancient evil stirs among the stars, threatening the survival of all life…

Ack-Ack Macaque: The Complete Trilogy

Ack-Ack Macaque: The Complete Trilogy
Author: Gareth L. Powell
Publisher: Solaris
Total Pages: 1005
Release: 2017-12-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 178618088X

ONCE, TWICE, THREE TIMES A MONKEY Life is good for Ack-Ack Macaque. Every day the cynical, cigar-chomping, hard-drinking monkey climbs into his Spitfire to do battle with the waves of German ninjas parachuting over the gentle fields of Kent. But life is not all the joyous rattle of machine guns and the roar of the engine, as Ack-Ack is about to find out… Because it is not 1944. It is the 21st century, in a world where France and Germany merged in the late 1950s, where nuclear-powered Zeppelins circle the globe, where technology is rapidly changing humanity, and Ack-Ack has lived his whole life in a videogame. Ex-journalist Victoria Valois finds herself drawn into a deadly game of cat and mouse with the man who butchered her husband and stole his electronic soul. The heir to the British throne is on the run after an illegal break-in at a research laboratory, and Ack-Ack has been rudely awakened from his game world to find the doomsday clock ticking towards Armageddon… Two unlikely heroes and one mightily pissed-off monkey come together in a sci-fi trilogy full of action, adventure, bananas and bottles of rum. Includes the original Ack-Ack Macaque short story and a brand new epilogue, The Last Macaque.

The Game of Life

The Game of Life
Author: Timothy Leary
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Total Pages: 293
Release: 1979-01-01
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN:

The Game of Life by Timothy Leary is a motivational book that invites readers to approach life as an exciting and transformative game. Leary encourages readers to embrace their inner power and take an active role in shaping their destiny. Through thought-provoking insights and practical exercises, the book aims to inspire personal growth, self-discovery, and a greater sense of fulfillment. Key Aspects of The Game of Life: Mindset Transformation: Leary emphasizes the power of mindset and invites readers to challenge their beliefs and perceptions. He encourages a shift from a limited and rigid mindset to an expansive and open one. By cultivating a mindset of possibility, readers can overcome obstacles, tap into their potential, and create a more fulfilling life. Self-Exploration and Personal Development: The book encourages readers to embark on a journey of self-exploration and personal development. Leary provides exercises and techniques for self-reflection, introspection, and expanding consciousness. Through these practices, readers can gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their desires, and their purpose, enabling them to make intentional choices and live a life aligned with their values.Empowerment and Self-Authorship: Leary emphasizes the importance of taking personal responsibility and becoming the authors of our own lives. He encourages readers to harness their inner power, make conscious choices, and embrace their unique authenticity. By taking ownership of their lives, readers can create meaningful experiences, navigate challenges, and manifest their desired outcomes. The Game of Life serves as a guidebook for individuals seeking personal growth, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. Leary's insights and exercises empower readers to shift their mindset, explore their inner landscape, and embrace their personal power. By approaching life as a game, readers can tap into their innate creativity, resilience, and resourcefulness to create a life that reflects their true potential and aspirations. Timothy Leary: Timothy Leary, an American psychologist and writer, is known for his advocacy of psychedelic drugs and his involvement in the counterculture movement of the 1960s. Born in 1920, Leary conducted controversial experiments with psychedelic substances, exploring their potential for expanding consciousness and promoting personal growth. He popularized the phrase Turn on, tune in, drop out, advocating for the exploration of altered states of consciousness as a means of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Leary's provocative ideas and his challenge to conventional norms continue to influence discussions on drug policy, consciousness, and human potential.

Shut Your Monkey

Shut Your Monkey
Author: Danny Gregory
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2016-02-15
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1440341176

Hear that voice inside your head? The one that nitpicks all your new ideas? That's your monkey. This hypercritical little critter loves to make you second-guess yourself. It stirs up doubt. It kills your creativity. But it can be stopped. And acclaimed author Danny Gregory is here to show you how. After battling it out with his own monkey, he knows how to shut yours down. Gregory provides insight into the inner workings of your inner critic and teaches you how to put it in its place. Soon you'll be able to silence that voice and do what you want to do—create. Now follow his lead and Shut Your Monkey.

Beyond the Reach of Earth

Beyond the Reach of Earth
Author: Ken MacLeod
Publisher: Orbit
Total Pages: 317
Release: 2023-03-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0356514811

'IF YOU LIKE SCIENCE FICTION YOU WILL LOVE THIS. . . A ROLLICKING GOOD READ' Scotsman on Beyond the Hallowed Sky 'MACLEOD'S BEST BOOK TO DATE' SFX on Beyond the Hallowed Sky THE FERMI ARE AWAKE. With the invention of faster-than-light travel there is nowhere that humanity cannot go. New worlds are discovered, but with them come new dangers. At the heart of the discovery is the Fermi, mysterious beings that have survived on alien worlds for longer than humanity has existed. But now the Fermi are awakening, and they do not seem pleased to find humans in their midst. But for Lakshmi Nayak and the crew of the Fighting Chance, danger is a lot closer to home. Their search for answers will take them to places, and worlds, they never expected. Science fiction legend Ken MacLeod returns with book two in the Lightspeed trilogy, a gripping tale of first contact and dark conspiracies set among the stars. Praise for Ken MacLeod: 'An exceptional blend of international politics, hard science, and first contact' Michael Mammay, author of the Planetside series on Beyond the Hallowed Sky 'MacLeod is up there with Banks and Hamilton as one of the British sci-fi authors you absolutely have to read' SFX 'Prose as sleek and fast as the technology it describes. . . watch this man go global' Peter F. Hamilton on Star Fraction 'Ken MacLeod has an enviable track record of extrapolating from current trends to produce mind-bending novels of ideas' Guardian Also by Ken MacLeod: Lightspeed Beyond the Hallowed Sky Fall Revolution The Star Fraction The Stone Canal The Cassini Division The Sky Road Engines of Light Cosmonaut Keep Dark Light Engine City Corporation Wars Trilogy Dissidence Insurgence Emergence Novels The Human Front Newton's Wake Learning the World The Execution Channel The Restoration Game Intrusion Descent