Since its founding more than two hundred years ago, the United States Coast Guard has rescued over a million people. On any given day, "Coasties" respond to 125 distress calls and save over a dozen lives. Yet despite having more than 50,000 active-duty and reserve members on every ocean and on our nation's coasts, great lakes, and rivers, most of us know very little about this often neglected but crucial branch of the military. In Rescue Warriors, award-winning journalist David Helvarg brings us into the daily lives of Coasties, filled with a salty maritime mix of altruism and adrenaline, as well as dozens of death-defying rescues at sea and on hurricane-ravaged shores. Helvarg spent two years with the men and women of the Coast Guard, from the halls of their academy in New London, Connecticut, to the frigid, storm-tossed waters of Alaska's Bering Sea, to the northern Persian Gulf, where they currently guard Iraqi oil terminals. The result is a masterpiece of adventure reporting---the definitive book on America's "forgotten heroes."

Author of the New York Times bestselling novel The Dog Stars For the crew of the eco-pirate ship the Farley Mowat, any day saving a whale is a good day to die. In The Whale Warriors, veteran adventure writer Peter Heller takes us on a hair-raising journey with a vigilante crew on their mission to stop illegal Japanese whaling in the stormy, remote seas off the forbidding shores of Antarctica. The Farley is the flagship of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society and captained by its founder, the radical environmental enforcer Paul Watson. The Japanese, who are hunting endangered whales in the Southern Ocean Whale Sanctuary, in violation of several international laws, know he means business: Watson has sunk eight whaling ships to the bottom of the sea. For two months, Heller was aboard the vegan attack vessel as it stalked the Japanese whaling fleet through the howling gales and treacherous ice off the pristine Antarctic coast. The ship is all black, flies under a Jolly Roger, and is outfitted with a helicopter, fast assault Zodiacs, and a seven-foot blade attached to the bow, called the can opener. As Watson and his crew see it, the plight of the whales is also about the larger crisis of the oceans and the eleventh hour of life as we know it on Earth. The exploitation of endangered whales is emblematic of a terrible overexploitation of the seas that is now entering its desperate denouement. The oceans may be easy to ignore because they are literally under the surface, but scientists believe that the world's oceans are on the verge of total ecosystem collapse. Our own survival is in the balance. With Force 8 gales, monstrous seas, and a crew composed of professional gamblers, Earthfirst! forest activists, champion equestrians, and ex-military, the action never stops. In the ice-choked water a swimmer has minutes to live. The Japanese factory ship is ten times the tonnage of the Farley. The sailors on board both ships know that there will be no rescue in this desolate part of the ocean. Watson presses his enemy while Japan threatens to send down defense aircraft and warships, Australia appeals for calm, New Zealand dispatches military surveillance aircraft, the U.S. Office of Naval Intelligence issues a piracy warning, and international media begin to track the developing whale war. For the Sea Shepherds there is no compromise. If the charismatic, intelligent Great Whales cannot be saved, there is no hope for the rest of the planet. Watson aims his ship like a slow torpedo and gives the order: "Tell the crew, collision in two minutes." In 35-foot seas, it is a deadly game of Antarctic chicken in which the stakes cannot be higher.

As a war wages between the immortals of Atlantis and those of the vampire realm, a Poseidon warrior fights to save his world--and the woman he loves. And no risk is too great. The desires of a high priest. Alaric, Poseidon's High Priest, has made a vow to Quinn, the woman he loves and the leader of the Resistance: to save her friend Jack before his last bit of humanity has been drained. Should Alaric succeed, there's one intimate danger: he may lose Quinn to the love of the man whose life he saved. But damn Atlantis to the nine hells, he's willing to put Quinn's wishes first, regardless of the consequences. The warning of a threat reborn. The final jewel of Poseidon's trident has turned up in the hands of mysterious Ptolemy Reborn, who claims to be descended from Atlantean royalty. He's about to reveal to the world that Atlantis is real, positioning himself as king. But this magical terrorist is bent on chaos. The only warrior who can stop him is following his own path, driven by the even more powerful force of love. Atlantean powers over the sea could prove just as cataclysmic--for Quinn's love, Alaric might drown the entire world.

"It gives me true hope to read about the phenomenal young women of Girl Warriors. Their fierce commitment to the future of our precious planet is as inspiring as it is vital." —Kate Schatz, New York Times bestselling author of Rad American Women A-Z and Rad Women Worldwide 2021 Skipping Stones Honors Book in Nature and Ecology Girl Warriors: How 25 Young Activists Are Saving the Earth& tells the stories of 25 climate leaders under age 25.& They've led hundreds of thousands of people in climate strikes, founded non-profits, given TED talks, and sued their governments. These young eco-activists& present& a hopeful picture of the future of environmentalism These fearless girls and young women from all over the world are standing up to demand change when no one else is.

Reverse Harem and Menage Sci-Fi Romance Series Abducted? Check. Caged with female aliens, only wearing my birthday suit? Double-check. Swoon-worthy male aliens brooding my way? Triple-check. Oh, God! I’m in trouble. Kalista Foster is a fighter and a survivor—ready for any challenge that comes her way. That’s what life and serving in the military taught her. Getting abducted wasn’t high on her list of priorities, and when it happens, escaping becomes the most important thing she’ll ever do. But there’s a problem, or rather, three drop-dead gorgeous problems standing in her way to freedom. And it seems she’s not the only one in a bind. Her alien saviors need to overcome their own obstacles too, but they claim she’s the key to their survival and demand her surrender. Given what she’s been through, trust isn’t something she offers freely, but if anyone can change her mind, it just might be them. That is, if they can work together long enough to outwit and outrun outside forces bend on separating the fated mates before they have a chance to establish their bond. Saved Warriors, book 2 in the Intergalactic Enosis: The Pyxis System series, is a science fiction alien warrior MFMM reverse harem romance featuring a human female and three aliens who are determined to claim their fated mate. No M/M. A happily ever after is guaranteed. ** NOTE: This book contains violence, explicit sexual situations, bad-language, and content that some readers may find triggering. If this material offends you, please do not read. Visit aurorawelkin.com for further information. Best enjoyed when read after Fallen Warriors—free for my newsletter subscribers. What readers are saying about Saved Warriors "This book is absolutely magnificent! I loved the characters so much! Kali is brave, sarcastic and strong. She’s been through a horrible experience in her past but she’s one tough cookie and holds her own even amongst aliens. Arana, Rorc and Mac are strong, possessive and domineering. I loved their stubbornness, thoughtfulness and determination to keep and protect their mate. They’re just absolutely wonderful and yummy. The chemistry between the four is out of this world and scorching hot. I loved how their relationship developed throughout the story. They might be strong each on their own, but together they are a force to be reckoned with. I really liked that we got a glimpse of both planets - Saber and Wravuk. Both look quite intriguing and beautiful. Overall, the story is filled with action, drama, fun, conflicts, alpha characters and sizzling romance. I loved every page of it and can’t wait for more stories from the Pyxis System!" Nevena, Goodreads "loved it !!! love this series !!! this is book 2, where are heroes all meet. Kali, Arana, Mes and Rorc. they are all broken and not only need each other but, complete each other. they are in an unique situation and have to accept it ASAP...danger is all around...you will cry and scream some more...and have hope..." Indie, Goodreads "This book was a very well-written story by a new favorite author to me, Aurora Welkin. This book 2 in Intergalactic Enosis: The Pyxis System Book Series was interesting and it had very well-thought out scenes, characters, and story. These characters have strong wills and personalities with realistic interactions.This wonderful story has the following: intrigue, twists, turns, adventure, action, love, steam and a HEA." Sara M., Goodreads "...Ms. Welkin has a way of drawing you into her stories with amazing storytelling and world building. She then takes you on a wild roller coaster ride and trust me you will need a fan and tall glass of iced tea in order to survive. Her characters are so delightfully flawed that you can't help cheer for their happily ever after..." Linda B., Goodreads "...The interaction among the characters helps to bring the story to life and keeps the reader intrigued. Action-packed, entertaining, and clever, this book is worth experiencing. It will have you eagerly looking forward to the next one in the series!" Emily P., Goodreads Intergalactic Enosis: The Pyxis System 1. Fallen Warriors (Arana - Origin Story) 2. Saved Warriors (Arana, Rorc, Mes, & Kali) 3. Divided Warriors (Urien, Thora, & River) 4. Broken Warriors (Callibohr, Hunter, & Lyra) (Coming Q1 2022) Keywords: alien love, happily ever after, love books, love stories, romantic science fiction novels, sexually romantic books, alien romance, smoking hot alien, sci-fi romance, science fiction romance, no cheating, possessive male, fated mates, strong woman, galactic empire sci fi romance books, action scifi, alien warrior, genetic engineering, multicultural, intergalactic, alien shifter, alien royal, royalty, sabertooth, shifters, MFMM, reverse harem, slow burn, royalty, royal male, guaranteed HEA, military, science fiction romance, paranormal romance, psychic romance, space opera, abducted bride, alien mate, mate, scifi harem, Saberian, Wravukian, Intergalactic Enosis, warrior.

A heartwarming dog story like no other: Tuesday, a lovable golden retriever, changes a former soldier’s life forever. A highly decorated captain in the U.S. Army, Luis Montalván never backed down from a challenge during his two tours of duty in Iraq. After returning home from combat, however, his physical wounds and crippling post-traumatic stress disorder began to take their toll. He wondered if he would ever recover. Then Luis met Tuesday, a sensitive golden retriever trained to assist people with disabilities. Tuesday had lived among prisoners and at a home for troubled boys, and he found it difficult to trust in or connect with a human being–until Luis. Until Tuesday is the story of how two wounded warriors, who had given so much and suffered the consequences, found salvation in each other. It is a story about war and peace, injury and recovery, psychological wounds and spiritual restoration. But more than that, it is a story about the love between a man and dog, and how, together, they healed each other’s souls.

If you're looking to take action, spark change, and make a difference, Earth-Saving Acts for Eco-Warriors gives you the tools. It will help you go green, make environmentally responsible choices, and encourage others to join in too. Short essays offer advice on practicing and advocating for sustainable living by lowering your carbon footprint, switching to a plant-based diet, engaging with your community to reduce landfill waste, and developing strategies to soothe eco-anxiety and maintain hope.