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  Superiority

  Arthur C. Clarke

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  Superiority by Arthur C. Clarke - Published in Fantasy and Science Fiction magazine in August 1951.  
  “Superiority” is a sharp and cautionary tale about technological overreach and its consequences in warfare. Set in a future space conflict between two rival factions, the story is told from the perspective of a defeated military officer recounting how his side lost the war, despite having superior technology. 
  The essence of the story revolves around the idea that relying too heavily on cutting-edge, untested advancements can lead to downfall. The side with “superior” technology introduces numerous innovative but unproven weapons systems, believing these advancements will guarantee victory. However, the complexities and issues that arise from implementing these new technologies—delays, breakdowns, and unforeseen complications—ultimately cause their defeat. 
  Clarke’s tale serves as a critique of the blind faith in technological progress without considering practical limitations and human factors, making it a timeless reflection on hubris, particularly in the context of military and industrial strategy.

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  Mermaid Day

  Diana Murray

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  Hooray, it’s Mermaid Day and the mer-queen is throwing a fin-tastic party! 
   
  The castle is glittering, and so are the guests as creatures of all kinds swim inside.  
   
  Dolphins dance, narwhals play ring toss, and the underwater band sings mermazing songs. But when an unexpected guest arrives, the party screeches to a halt. Could this be the end of the Mermaid Day fun? 
   
  This heartwarming and inclusive story is perfect for everyone who enjoyed the dancing, prancing fun of Unicorn Day!

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  Vivi Conway and the Lost Hero

  Lizzie Huxley-Jones

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  Vivi- it's me, Dara. We're doing everything we can to find you…"
  
  Vivi Conway has disappeared. With Vivi taken, and forgotten by everyone but her friends, Dara is struggling to hold it together. They're trying everything they can, but nothing seems like enough. When Stevie, Chia and Merry reveal they have been working on a plan of their own, the friends must embark on a rescue mission that will take them far beyond the Unlands.
  
  The time will finally come to face the villainous Arawn, and when it does the group must be ready to use their combined powers. With the help of new friends and old, they set out to find Vivi, defeat their ancient foe, and save the world (no pressure).

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  Don't Look Now - A Third Eye on...

  Henry Kuttner

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  Don't Look Now by Henry Kuttner - That man beside you may be a Martian. They own our world, but only a few wise and far-seeing men like Lyman know it! 
  The man in the brown suit was looking at himself in the mirror behind the bar. The reflection seemed to interest him even more deeply than the drink between his hands. He was paying only perfunctory attention to Lyman’s attempts at conversation. This had been going on for perhaps fifteen minutes before he finally lifted his glass and took a deep swallow. 
  “Don’t look now,” Lyman said. 
  The brown man slid his eyes sidewise toward Lyman; tilted his glass higher, and took another swig. Ice-cubes slipped down toward his mouth. He put the glass back on the red-brown wood and signaled for a refill. Finally he took a deep breath and looked at Lyman. 
  “Don’t look at what?” he asked. 
  “There was one sitting right beside you,” Lyman said, blinking rather glazed eyes. “He just went out. You mean you couldn’t see him?” 
  The brown man finished paying for his fresh drink before he answered. “See who?” he asked, with a fine mixture of boredom, distaste and reluctant interest. “Who went out?” 
  “What have I been telling you for the last ten minutes? Weren’t you listening?” 
  “Certainly I was listening. That is—certainly. You were talking about—bathtubs. Radios. Orson—” 
  “Not Orson. H. G. Herbert George. With Orson it was just a gag. H. G. knew—or suspected. I wonder if it was simply intuition with him? He couldn’t have had any proof—but he did stop writing science-fiction rather suddenly, didn’t he? I’ll bet he knew once, though.” 
  “Knew what?”

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  Bits and Pieces

  Cleo Justus

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  The stories of Cleo Justus are full of life and reality. But most important, they are always about God’s love, God’s provision and God’s grace. They are a reminder for us about the most important thing in our life – our relationship with Jesus Christ. (Rev. Bob Green) 
  Growing up during the 1940's in Kansas, the author offers us a glimpse into the midwestern farm life through the eyes of a young girl. 
  Immerse yourself in the post-Depression era and taste the bittersweet war years of America. Join young Cleo on her adventures on the farm, in school, at the neighbors' and learn valuable lessons about the world, about the people, about yourself and about God.

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  Flight for Freedom - The Wetzel...

  Kristen Fulton

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  Peter was born on the east side of Germany, the side that wasn't free. He watches news programs rather than cartoons, and wears scratchy uniforms instead of blue jeans. His family endures long lines and early curfews. But Peter knows it won't always be this way. Peter and his family have a secret. Late at night in their attic, they are piecing together a hot-air balloon—and a plan.  
   
  Can Peter and his family fly their way to freedom?  
   
  This is the true story of one child, Peter Wetzel, and his family, as they risk their lives for the hope of freedom in a daring escape from East Germany via a handmade hot-air balloon in 1979.

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