New Releases by David Wong

Tabula Ra$a is hosting its massive annual music festival in the desert, which every year precedes the massive annual drunken riot in the desert. This is all organized by Zoey''s people, including the riot - as Will explains, the citizens need a little chaos now and then, their job is just to keep a lid on it. That will be a problem this year, with history''s most ridiculous mayoral election playing out in the background. The city has divided into roughly two camps, supporting each of the major candidates: One is a stern, calculating activist out to restore traditional morality to the city at all costs, the other is Megaboss Alonzo, whose platform is that he will pay you ten dollars if you vote for him. When a horrific crime is broadcast live on the all-seeing social network Blink, the former seems poised to reap the benefits in the polls. The Suits suspect the nature and timing of the crime are a little too convenient and may be a carefully-staged hoax. But in a city in which lies are always served in layers, even that explanation will prove to be far too simple. As tensions ratchet tighter, Zoey comes to realize that this is really a battle of narratives: Every culture needs a collective story to believe in, so it''s just a matter of coming up with one and then carefully sculpting reality to make it fit. How hard can that be? They have the whole weekend.

DISCOVER THE STORY AND SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH OF A YOUNG MAN WHO SELF-HEALED FROM AN INCURABLE DISEASE THROUGH QI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY - EXPLORE HIS INVENTIONS, HIS INSPIRING TRANSFORMATION, AND HIS VISION FOR THE FUTURE... YOU''LL UNCOVER... The Qigong master who killed cancer cells from 3,000 miles away The little-known 5th force in physics, The advanced research on subtle (Qi) energy and its effects, The extraordinarily gifted students of superhuman schools across China, Amazing new frequency healing technologies (sound, light, magnetic waves, and beyond!) The bridge that connects science and spirituality... And SO MUCH MORE! Also discover new techniques and technologies for brain training, biohacking for anti-ageing, altered states and spiritual enlightenment

DISCOVER THE STORY AND SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH OF AYOUNG MAN WHO SELF-HEALED FROM AN INCURABLEDISEASE THROUGH QI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY - EXPLOREHIS INVENTIONS, HIS INSPIRING TRANSFORMATION,AND HIS VISION FOR THE FUTURE?YOU''LL UNCOVER? The Qigong master who killed cancer cells from 3,000 miles awayThe little-known 5th force in physics, The advanced research on subtle (Qi) energy and its effects,The extraordinarily gifted students of superhuman schools across China, Amazing new frequency healing technologies (sound, light, magnetic waves, and beyond!)The bridge that connects science and spirituality? And SO MUCH MORE!Also discover new techniques and technologies for brain training, biohacking for anti-ageing, altered states and spiritual enlightenment

About The Wínnie the Póoh Christmas Coloring Book: The coloring book is filled with many stunning iconic scenes and characters for kids and adults. For those who love Christmas Holiday coloring activity and Wínnie the Póoh, the book is another way to enjoy this great cartoon movie. This coloring book is so helpful to relax and relieve stress yourself or spend time with your friends and beloved ones. Get this copy now and enjoy the amazing adventure with bunch of different Illustrations. Book Features: * BOOK CONTENT: Unique designs to color. No repeated Illustrations for a worth-it coloring experience. * ONE-SIDED PRINTING: Each coloring page is on one sheet and don''t worry about bleed through. Perfect with your choice of coloring tools as Crayon, Gel Pens, Markers or Colored Pencils. * PREMIUM MATERIAL & BOOK SIZE: High quality pages with reasonable size of 8.5x11 inches. Neat and sturdy 90 GSM white pages with black ink designs that is perfect for your coloring needs. * MATTE COVER FINISH: Printed on 220 GSM white paper stock with original designs that created by talented graphic designers who have strong passion for exploring cultural diversities and art area to make outstanding products, they are giving all their love to every single detail. * 30-DAY HASSLE-FREE RETURN: If you have any issue as damaged or lost, please send the email that comes with the product for a REFUND with 30-Day Warranty. It is our intention to offer the best items and service on Amazon. Buy Now & Relax. Scroll to the top of the page and click the Add to Cart button.

Daily Mornings with Jesus, an annual 365-day devotional, has been delighting devotional readers with daily entries that include a Scripture verse, a reflection on Jesus''s words, and a faith step that inspires and challenges. "I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete." (John 15:10) Spend the year following Jesus, reflecting on daily devotions that show us His unchanging love and faithfulness.In Mornings with Jesus 2022, you can read one all-new devotion each day that will encourage you to embrace Jesus''s love, to lay down your worries and be filled with joy, and to focus on Him as.

"A staggeringly comprehensive review of the state of modern cryptography. Essential for anyone getting up to speed in information security." - Thomas Doylend, Green Rocket Security An all-practical guide to the cryptography behind common tools and protocols that will help you make excellent security choices for your systems and applications. In Real-World Cryptography, you will find: Best practices for using cryptography Diagrams and explanations of cryptographic algorithms Implementing digital signatures and zero-knowledge proofs Specialized hardware for attacks and highly adversarial environments Identifying and fixing bad practices Choosing the right cryptographic tool for any problem Real-World Cryptography reveals the cryptographic techniques that drive the security of web APIs, registering and logging in users, and even the blockchain. You’ll learn how these techniques power modern security, and how to apply them to your own projects. Alongside modern methods, the book also anticipates the future of cryptography, diving into emerging and cutting-edge advances such as cryptocurrencies, and post-quantum cryptography. All techniques are fully illustrated with diagrams and examples so you can easily see how to put them into practice. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the technology Cryptography is the essential foundation of IT security. To stay ahead of the bad actors attacking your systems, you need to understand the tools, frameworks, and protocols that protect your networks and applications. This book introduces authentication, encryption, signatures, secret-keeping, and other cryptography concepts in plain language and beautiful illustrations. About the book Real-World Cryptography teaches practical techniques for day-to-day work as a developer, sysadmin, or security practitioner. There’s no complex math or jargon: Modern cryptography methods are explored through clever graphics and real-world use cases. You’ll learn building blocks like hash functions and signatures; cryptographic protocols like HTTPS and secure messaging; and cutting-edge advances like post-quantum cryptography and cryptocurrencies. This book is a joy to read—and it might just save your bacon the next time you’re targeted by an adversary after your data. What''s inside Implementing digital signatures and zero-knowledge proofs Specialized hardware for attacks and highly adversarial environments Identifying and fixing bad practices Choosing the right cryptographic tool for any problem About the reader For cryptography beginners with no previous experience in the field. About the author David Wong is a cryptography engineer. He is an active contributor to internet standards including Transport Layer Security. Table of Contents PART 1 PRIMITIVES: THE INGREDIENTS OF CRYPTOGRAPHY 1 Introduction 2 Hash functions 3 Message authentication codes 4 Authenticated encryption 5 Key exchanges 6 Asymmetric encryption and hybrid encryption 7 Signatures and zero-knowledge proofs 8 Randomness and secrets PART 2 PROTOCOLS: THE RECIPES OF CRYPTOGRAPHY 9 Secure transport 10 End-to-end encryption 11 User authentication 12 Crypto as in cryptocurrency? 13 Hardware cryptography 14 Post-quantum cryptography 15 Is this it? Next-generation cryptography 16 When and where cryptography fails

THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER New York Times bestselling author David Wong''s Zoey Punches the Future in the Dick is the latest—and arguably greatest—sci-fi thriller in the Zoey Ashe Series. In the futuristic city of Tabula Ra$a, Zoey Ashe is like a fish so far out of water that it has achieved orbit. After inheriting a criminal empire, the twenty-three year-old finds herself under threat from all sides as a rogue''s gallery of larger-than-life enemies think they smell weakness. On the eve of the world''s most lavish and ridiculous Halloween celebration, a steamer trunk-sized box arrives at Zoey''s door and she is shocked to find that it contains a disemboweled corpse. She is even more shocked when that corpse, controlled by an unknown party, rises and goes on a rampage through the house. Speaking in an electronic voice, it publicly accuses Zoey of being its murderer. This is the kind of thing that almost never happened at her old job. The city was already a ticking time bomb of publicity-hungry vigilantes with superhuman enhancements and Zoey knows this turn of events is unlikely to improve the situation. Now, she and her team of high-tech tricksters have to solve this bizarre murder while simultaneously keeping Tabula Ra$a from descending into chaos. “Biting humor and blatant digs at modern society overlay a subtly brilliant and thoughtful plot” (Publishers Weekly) in John Dies at the End author David Wong’s first installment of the Zoey Ashe Series, Futuristic Violence and Fancy Suits. Now, “one of today’s great satirists” (Nerdist) is back with Zoey Punches the Future in the Dick, the second installment in a “Technicolor tomorrowland.” (Kirkus Reviews)

These writing journals are perfect for preserving personal records or simply keeping track of personal thought with soft lines for all your note-taking needs. There are inspirational quotes on every page from the classic book on strategy warfare, The Art Of War, this is the perfect gift for the "lady boss" (business, entrepreneurial women).- 6x9 size-120 Lined pages-120 motivational quotes from The Art Of War-Thick Cardstock Glossy Cover

An apprentice sushi chef and a mysterious blue-eyed woman share a bottle of wine inside a climate-controlled otter tank. The Great Wall of China grumbles as workers forego construction to watch an imperial game of baseball. A young woman tries to imagine a future unsullied by her family’s history of untimely death. First issued in 1991, Pangs of Love introduced David Wong Louie’s bold storytelling. The son of Chinese immigrants, he centered his stories around characters who are in conflict with their place in the world, disconnected from both American society and their own families. The depth of his portrayals renders their experiences of love, envy, loneliness, loss, and duty universal—informed by their heritage yet not confined by it. These twelve short stories and one essay swerve from the absurd to longing for love, understanding, or simply a morsel of food. Pangs of Love and Other Writings makes Louie’s debut book available again, along with an additional short story and an extraordinary autobiographical essay, “Eat, Memory,” in which he reflects on life without food after throat cancer took away his ability to swallow. Pulitzer Prize–winner Viet Thanh Nguyen contributes a foreword elucidating Louie’s role in shaping contemporary Asian American literature, while an afterword by literary scholar King-Kok Cheung retraces the three phases of Louie’s career.

Word articles with Covenant and Holiness, Trinity, Antinomianism of Joseph Prince, John Owen on Holy Spirit, Assurance of Salvation, Christianity and Judaism, Luther''s justification by faith, Five-fold ministries. Saints articles with spirituality of Origen, Ignatius of Antioch, Augustine, Brother Lawrence, John Bunyan, John Owen and Richard Baxter.

''The Runnings'' is about corruption at the highest level of government and of the lawyer who gets caught in middle of a power struggle between political titans.The story opens with an attack on lawyer Brandon Chong. He speculates that robbery was the motive for the attempt on his life, but the wily old Detective Sergeant Ebenezer Williams thinks otherwise. A 2nd attempt on the lawyer''s life leaves no doubt that someone has made a deliberate decision that he should die. Brandon has no idea who would want to kill him nor does he have any inkling as to why his death has become so important.Little does the lawyer know that he has become a pawn in a contest for political power. It embroils him and the women he cares about.

It''s the story "They" don''t want you to read. Though, to be fair, "They" are probably right about this one. To quote the Bible, "Learning the truth can be like loosening a necktie, only to realize it was the only thing keeping your head attached." No, don''t put the book back on the shelf -- it is now your duty to purchase it to prevent others from reading it. Yes, it works with e-books, too, I don''t have time to explain how. While investigating a fairly straightforward case of a shape-shifting interdimensional child predator, Dave, John and Amy realized there might actually be something weird going on. Together, they navigate a diabolically convoluted maze of illusions, lies, and their own incompetence in an attempt to uncover a terrible truth they -- like you -- would be better off not knowing. Your first impulse will be to think that a story this gruesome -- and, to be frank, stupid -- cannot possibly be true. That is precisely the reaction "They" are hoping for. John Dies at the End''s "smart take on fear manages to tap into readers'' existential dread on one page, then have them laughing the next" (Publishers Weekly) and This Book is Full of Spiders was "unlike any other book of the genre" (Washington Post). Now, New York Times bestselling author David Wong is back with What the Hell Did I Just Read, the third installment of this black-humored thriller series.

The "scope" of Pyrrhonian Skepticism refers to the extent to which Skeptics bear epistemic commitments. There are two respects in which the debate between unmitigated and mitigated interpretations of Skepticism is significant. First, there is the philosophical question of which version of Pyrrhonism is more coherent and compelling when considered on its own merits. Second, there is the historical question of which sort of interpretation accurately characterizes Pyrrhonism itself, as it is presented in the works of Sextus Empiricus. My own arguments proceed accordingly. On the philosophical front, I argue (primarily in Chapters 2 and 3) that when the force of the Skeptical modes is fully understood, they are unmitigated in scope. On the historical side, I argue (primarily in Chapters 1 and 4) that an unmitigated interpretation of Pyrrhonism is consistent with the Sextan corpus. Throughout, my ultimate aim is to present a vision of unmitigated skepticism that is, if not an expression of the historical reality of Pyrrhonism, at least a direct descendant of it. The central argument concerns the Five Modes of Agrippa, which are widely regarded as comprising the most powerful argument of Pyrrhonian Skepticism: the "Pyrrhonian Problematic." The intuitive force of the Problematic lies in its generality. It threatens to cast into doubt every claim that can be advanced on every subject. According to the standard interpretation, the Problematic achieves this by constituting a declarative argument that consists of appealing premises and the conclusion that epistemic justification is impossible. I argue that this interpretation fails to capture the intuitive force of the Problematic in two ways: First, it is a mistake to interpret the scope of the Problematic as being narrowly restricted to the concept of epistemic justification. Second, and more importantly, it is a mistake to assume that the Problematic is an argument in the first place. Understanding its full potential requires that we instead interpret the Problematic procedurally, as a set of instructions that the Skeptic implements in engaging dialectically with an interlocutor''s claims.

New York Times bestselling author David Wong takes readers to a whole new level with his latest darkly comic sci-fi thriller.

The Madrona Marsh Preserve is one of the last remaining vernal marshes in Southern California. An Anecdotal History of Madrona Marsh tells the story of the Marsh through the interviews of volunteers who were part of the Friends of Madrona Marsh. The FOMM fought political battles in the 1970''s to stop the Marsh from being developed, and later worked to restore the Marsh and to start programs for the Torrance community.

This is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis, clinical management, surgery, and postoperative management of many retinal disorders. As such it will be invaluable to both trainee and consultant ophthalmologists but will also be useful to optometrists and ophthalmic opticians who are becoming increasingly involved in the diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic disorders. The authors bring a wealth of experience in this field and present methods to help maximize the benefits of surgery.

Fan favorite Wong takes readers to a whole new level with this blistering sequel to the cult sensation "John Dies at the End," soon to be a movie starring Paul Giamatti.

Influenced by the surrounding islands, China, and other parts of Asia, the cuisine of Singapore has long bewitched prominent taste makers such as James Oseland, the editor-in-chief of Saveur magazine. Yet, few cookbooks have truly delved into the unique flavors of Indonesian food and cooking. At last, The Food of Singapore presents a glorious cross section of traditional recipes such as Chili Crab, Hokkien Fried Noodles, and Murtabek, as well as innovative recipes for new favorites, including Tea-smoked Sea Bass and Stingray in Banana Leaf. Born in East Java, chef Djoko Wibisono is the perfect guide to introduce Singapore''s delicious melange of flavors, and The Food of Singapore is a splendid introduction to a cuisine poised to become the next hot international culinary sensation.

The Traveler''s Gun & Knife Law Book, 3rd Edition / 2012-2013 Edition. If you ever travel with firearms or carry a gun or knife for personal protection, you need this book. The Traveler''s Gun and Knife Law Book is the essential resource for travelers, hunters, and concealed carry permit holders, covering all fifty states and Washington, D.C. Includes both gun and knife carry and transport laws in plain English! Have you ever needed or wanted to know: - Which states recognize my permit? - Can I carry my gun in restaurants that serve alcohol? - What places are off-limits even with a permit? - Can I carry when hiking in a state park or state forest? - Which states require law-enforcement notification if stopped? - What are my rights during a traffic stop? Written by an attorney, The Traveler''s Gun and Knife Law Book explains the key laws and regulations in plain English for each state, including off-limits locations, firearms transport and carry rules for those with and without concealed carry permits, carrying in restaurants that serve alcohol, carrying in state parks and forests, and more. For the many travelers and hunters who also carry knives, each state''s knife carry laws are also explained in plain English.