In a futuristic city called the Hive, citizens live regimented lives dictated by the all-powerful Brain. When a young actress named Andra discovers the shocking truth about what happens to injured people in the hospitals, she joins a secret resistance movement. After narrowly escaping capture, Andra meets the son of a powerful government official. Together, they must uncover the truth about the Hive's origins to free its people -- but sinister forces stand in their way...

Embark on a journey into the world of business and intrigue with Jack Sharkey's captivating novel, "The Business As Usual." Immerse yourself in a tale of ambition, rivalry, and corporate espionage that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Step into the cutthroat world of high-stakes finance as Sharkey weaves a gripping narrative filled with twists and turns. Follow the lives of ambitious executives and ruthless competitors as they navigate the treacherous waters of corporate America. But here's the question that looms over every decision: What price are they willing to pay for success? Prepare to be drawn into a world where loyalty is tested, alliances are formed and broken, and the line between right and wrong becomes increasingly blurred. Experience the adrenaline rush of the boardroom as Sharkey's vivid prose brings the world of business to life. From tense negotiations to clandestine meetings, each scene crackles with tension and intrigue, keeping you guessing until the very end. Are you ready to uncover the secrets lurking behind the polished facade of corporate culture? Immerse yourself in Sharkey's masterful storytelling, where every twist and turn propels you deeper into a world of ambition and betrayal. "The Business As Usual" is a riveting thriller that will leave you breathless until the final page. Here's your chance to experience the thrill of the corporate world from the comfort of your own home. Dive into "The Business As Usual" and discover a gripping tale of power, greed, and ambition. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in one of Jack Sharkey's most electrifying novels. Purchase "The Business As Usual" now and prepare to be swept away by a story that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about business. ```

Jery Delvin had a most unusual talent. He could detect the flaws in any scheme almost on sight-even where they had eluded the best brains in the ad agency where he worked. So when the Chief of World Security told him that he had been selected as the answer to the Solar System's greatest mystery, Jery assumed that it was because of his mental agility. But when he got to Mars to find out why fifteen boys had vanished from a spaceship in mid-space, he found out that even his quick mind needed time to pierce the maze of out-of-this-world double-dealing. For Jery had become a walking bomb, and when he set himself off, it would be the end of the whole puzzle of THE SECRET MARTIANS-with Jery as the first to go!

Kelly moves to a new, small town and knows no one there. She is a fabulous baseball player, better than anyone her age in the town, boy or girl. The town is crazy about baseball, and the youth league generates much interest in the town. However, no girl has ever played for the league in its history. In order to play in the league, Kelly must overcome the prejudices of the kids at her school and the parents of most every kid in the town, with only her coach and her parents behind her.

David Tuttle is moonlighting as a department store Santa so that he can buy his wife a fur for Christmas. He tells her he's working late at the office, but she finds out he isn't at the office. A suspected other woman, hypnotism, the notorious Santa burglar Kris Kreigle and his gun-toting fianc e, and a confused policeman add up to a rollicking tale that is hilarious Christmas entertainment any time of year.

One man's descent into madness as he struggles with his war and his addictions. One woman's search for love and peace in a world she never feels a part of.Jack Sharkey's follow-up to his 2002 release 'War Comes Home' is a love story about life.