Steve Miller est le conservateur fondateur de la collection de recherche en science-fiction de la bibliothèque Albin O. Kuhn de l'Université du Maryland, Baltimore County, et un ancien membre du jury du Nebula Award. Son travail, souvent en collaboration avec sa femme Sharon Lee, explore des univers expansifs et des personnages complexes dans les genres de la science-fiction et du fantastique. Miller a contribué à de nombreux romans et nouvelles qui construisent leur univers primé, le Liaden Universe®, et ses propres nouvelles et essais publiés témoignent de sa polyvalence en tant qu'écrivain.
Apprendre à dessiner les dinosaures grâce à des planches détaillées contenant la structure générale de l'animal, le squelette, les muscles, etc. recréés par des artistes paléontologues. Tyrannosaures, tricératops, mais également des espèces moins connues sont présentées
A cat may look at a tree This is especially true when the winds of change blow through the universe, leaving eddies of luck, uncertainty, and necessity in the strangest places - and surely Surebleak qualifies as a strange place, as Korval's Tree qualifies as a strange attractor.In the rough and tumble aftermath of Clan Korval's arrival, Surebleak attracts rude mercenaries, pilots galore, Scouts, grifters, and, from time to time, those who have lived under the promise of Korval's Tree, elsewhere. Chaotic change is in progress, daily. Bring together legitimate cabbies and fare-jumpers, a sudden Surebleak blizzard, a pregnant cat, and odd young woman with a mission; add the heat of promises made light years away, and you find the winds of change rocking the very roots of the Korval's house, blown against the very gate that locks the tree. It may be that not even the Tree knows what happens next.This is a brand-new novella set in the bestselling Liaden Universe(R) created by Sharon Lee and Steve Miller!
ARE YOU FEELING LUCKY?Mar Tyn eys'Ornstahl is a lucky man. His very presence can determine the fall of a card, the spin of a wheel, or whether the bread will rise or fall.In fact, Mar Tyn eys'Ornstahl isn't merely lucky. Mar Tyn is a Luck; a focal point for the elemental force of random event. While most people think that there is good luck and bad, Mar Tyn knows better. Luck is Luck; only the aftermath of Luck's presence can be found to be good or bad.Mar Tyn's Luck, for instance, has recently cost him his home, and his savings. He has only one thing left to gamble.And his life might not be enough.ALL NEW! NEVER BEFORE PUBLISHED!
Commander Vepal is a Hero. He is also the Yxtrang ambassador to the greater universe.These two facts do not make Vepal's life easy. But they do make it interesting.It was Commander Vepal who discovered the continuing orders from Headquarters, far back in old and moldy archives, which directed those of the Troop who had survived the collapse of the old universe to locate, in the new universe, the proper authority to which they might, with honor, offer their allegiance, and their skills.Because of this discovery, Vepal is made ambassador, while the rest of the Troop continues to prey on those it finds weaker than themselves.In pursuit of his duty, he and his small delegation put into Inago Station, where there's a military job fair in full swing.This is a brand-new story set in the bestselling Liaden Universe(R) created by Sharon Lee and Steve Miller!
Contains two shorter works set in Lee and Miller's Liaden Universe®: Short story "A Visit to the Galaxy Ballroom," which first appeared on Baen.com; original novelette "Ambient Conditions;" and an authors' foreword. "Galaxy Ballroom" explores the rift that has opened in the Scouts subsequent to Korval's removal to the planet Surebleak, and the consequences of loyalty. "Ambient Conditions" details a dark time in Liaden history, and looks at what happens when discarded people are given power, and must choose how to use it
Your opposition is trying to kill you. You don't want a fair fight. You want an unfair advantage.You learn how to twist brains and win negotiations against the biggest players in the world. These skills are not fair, and they're not for the faint of heart. They're not meant to be. Kill or be killed. Follow the journey from bad boy to Fortune 500 Fixer and the Tricks, Hacks, Hammers, and Cheats to survive and thrive in a cutthroat world. There's a lot of polite books out there; this is not one of them. You might get offended, but you're going to learn a lot.It's simple; you have more fun when you're free and you live life at your own direction. Deals are more fun when you know how to win. It's about wielding power. It's about not being normal. It's about unpacking that raw, sovereign, power inside of you and setting it loose upon the world.This is not a book about love.This isn't for everyone. You need to be a little special, a breed apart, or maybe a little broken. Regardless, you need to be smarter than the rest."I probably tell you more than I should." -- Steve Miller
Exploring the chemical evolution of the universe, the narrative begins with the formation of the first molecules and progresses to the essential chemicals for life's emergence. Guided by a simple Hydrogen molecule, the author traces a journey from the birth of the first stars to the complex processes that led to the development of life, offering insights into the cosmic origins of the elements that shape our world.
Featuring 33 hits from a legendary guitar icon, this collection includes timeless classics like "Fly like an Eagle," "The Joker," and "Rock'n Me." Each song showcases the artist's signature style and musical evolution, making it a must-have for fans. The anthology captures a range of themes and sounds, from upbeat anthems to soulful melodies, reflecting the artist's impact on rock and pop music. Perfect for both dedicated followers and new listeners, this compilation celebrates the enduring legacy of a true musical pioneer.
Focusing on the transformative power of individuals in a rural Appalachian community, this book highlights their grit, resilience, and talents. Through insightful storytelling, the author captures the essence of community spirit and the impact of collective efforts. Each chapter concludes with practical strategies, including Points to Ponder and Questions for Discussion, encouraging readers to engage with the content and apply the lessons learned to their own communities.
Insane Clown Posse and the World They Made is a vivid journey into the heart of a misunderstood subculture. Through firsthand reporting, including interviews with Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope of the Insane Clown Posse, their friends and family, and numerous devoted fans, Juggalo explores the lives of the proud outsiders who are frequently labeled as a threat or dismissed as a joke.Author and journalist Steve Miller follows ICP across America, hanging out with Juggalos before and after shows, at the legendary annual Gathering of the Juggalos, and at work and home to share their stories. In addition, Juggalo dives deep into the FBI's misguided assault on Juggalo culture and the misidentification of this devoted group of horrorcore fans as a gang.Juggalo is also the chronicle of two hard-luck kids from Detroit who created an empire and became the unwitting stars of a uniquely American grassroots success story. Without the help of radio airplay and with little love from the music industry establishment, ICP went platinum and fostered one of America's most durable subcultures.Juggalo is required reading for the hardcore fan and pop culture buff alike, a scrupulously researched account of a subculture unlike any other -- one that so shook the establishment it launched a federal investigation -- as well as a window into the world of the Juggalos and the singular mythology of their underworld apocalypse.
