Here is an extraordinary mix of fantasy and science fiction
from one of the masters of science fiction, Larry Niven.
The stories in this collection include some collaborations
with authors such as Jerry Pournelle (Spirals) and Steven Barnes (The
Locusts), as well as stories written by Niven himself.
Larry Niven’s credits include the award-winning Ringworld
series, his “Known Space” novels and the Man-Kzin anthologies. His
collaborations with Jerry Pournelle include such titles as Lucifer’s Hammer,
Inferno and The Mote in God’s Eye.
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Anna Kelly Sweeney is a writer of popular fiction intent on worldly success.Leo is an idealist who lives in rural County Kerry and devotes himself to poetry, culture and innumerable worthy causes.When Anna falls in love with the handsome and enigmatic Vincy, and Leo with troubled publicist Kate, the consequences of their glimpsed happiness reverberate beyond their own insulated worlds.Inspired by Tolstoy's Anna Karenina, this panoramic and compulsively readable new novel is an intelligent, witty and fiercely humane insight into modern Ireland. Views: 663
Edward Grace returns home from a business trip to find his beautiful beloved girlfriend brutally murdered lying on the kitchen floor. Confused, disorientated and in complete shock Ed's vulnerability gets abused and Toni's killers set Ed unimaginable, gory tasks in order to keep loved ones alive.The big questions for Edward are, WHY? & WHO? - Will he ever get to the bottom of this real life nightEvangeline Miller's dreams have pulled into a fantasy world. Will she find the meaning? And who is the mysterious falcon-keeper? A short story of 2000 words. Views: 663
Amber awaits her husband's return before her favorite holiday of the year. The only thing stopping the sweet reunion is an old high school fiend who plans to make this Valentine's Day one to remember.In a conveniently short form here is one of the greatest stories of England.If you live in any part of the English speaking world or in many places beyond, whether you know it or not, the subject of this book has affected your World profoundly.In 1483, before Columbus sailed for America, History was falsified and the World set on a dangerous course. It was done to satisfy the ambitions of Louis XI of France and the English Margaret Beaufort.What was done was hidden, in this book it is revealed and, by our belief, can now be made right.Part I puts right the historical record and clears the name of Richard III.Parts II and III create what should have been and go on to open the eyes of the World.Along the way are links to the complete texts of books of History and books of Magic. Along with these are an understanding of how Magic works and realities are created, for this is a book of psychic investigation and psychic action. Views: 663
Dark Elves blanket the land with death while two brothers fleeing from demons are saved by a sorcerer and discover that their fates are more intertwined with the evil than they would have ever imagined. As unlikely heroes are born, enemies unite as one against the greatest threat the world has seen. And just when the war is swallowed by darkness, from the hands of an ancient magic light is shed.Fallen into darkness by their lust for power, a band of rogue Elves claim all magical talismans as their own, absorbing powers so strong that they cannot bear the strain, losing themselves completely and becoming banished, changed into Dark Elves. The Dark Elves create an evil life form that spawns dark minions of its own to sweep through the land and take all magic for itself. Its Takers run unchallenged, destroying all life forms that could threaten their master. Massed by the thousands, they descend across the land leaving death in their wake.As war between Elves and Men begins, sorcerers are called to intervene, only to discover the demon army closing in fast. Elves and Men must form an alliance as their only chance to survive. The Elves race to create talismans, as a band of Men discover that they may hold the one key to defeating the horde: an ancient sword with unlimited power.As a group of men search for the fabled sword, they realize that a demon posing as one of them is also searching. If it can get the sword before they do, then hopes for winning the war are over.Meanwhile, Tane and Qenn, two brothers fleeing from demons, are saved by a sorcerer and discover that their fates are more intertwined with the evil than they would have ever imagined.Tane and Qenn depart from each other and begin their own perilous quests, with the fate of the world resting in their hands. Views: 663
Daytime TV's first and only new hot e-zine: Weekly summary of soap opera's hottest news, stories, humour, gossip, blind items, fearless predictions, top stars/stories/couples/characters to watch, snark galore, review and analysis.INSIDE — TRICIA CAST EXCLUSIVE: BEHIND THE MIND AND SOUL OF ONE OF DAYTIME’S BEST ACTORS EVER! PLUS: HOW SHE FEELS ABOUT JOHN DRISCOLL HEADING INTO WAR, WORKING WITH BILL BELL, HER PAST WITH JFP, THE BEHIND-THE-SCENE CHANGES AT Y&R, AND WHAT’S AHEAD FOR NINA WEBSTER! — Exclusive: Two New Contract Roles on B&B and GH! — B&B’s KATHERINE KELLY LANG EXCLUSIVE: SUPERSTAR PREVIEWS BECOMING BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL BOOK — Inside GH’s Big New Story Involving Monica Quartermaine — IS PEGGY MCKAY LEAVING DAYS? — Duh: Victoria Rowell Confirms She’s NOT Returning to Y&R! — NANCY LEE GRAHN ON THE CHEW! — Y&R’S Tracey Bregman Gets a Big Story… With A Twist — IS GABI PREGGERS ON DAYS? — DAYS Casting A New Teen! — CRYSTAL CHAPPELL’S NEW ROLE! — Plus: Is Jerry Ver Dorn On VENICE? — CLINT AND VIKI TO WED ON GH? — Top Ten Ways To Reboot DAYS — LAST WEEK REVIEWS! — Casting Coach! SOAP PORN! UNCENSORED Quotes Of The Week! Views: 663
Twelve year old, Hannah is a normal girl, as far as anyone can see. She likes to swim and enjoys playing computer games. When she starts to have visions of the world ending, and how she can prevent it from happening, she doesn’t really want to prevent it. Why should she give up her life to save the world? How can she possibly convince people she’s not crazy?Twelve year old, Hannah is a normal girl, as far as anyone can see. She likes to swim and enjoys playing computer games. When she starts to have visions of the world ending, and how she can prevent it from happening, she doesn’t really want to prevent it. Why should she give up her life to save the world? How can she possibly convince people she’s not crazy? Views: 663
The Caswell & Lombard investigative duo receives an invitation from longtime friends to visit their lodge in Bigfork, Montana and enjoy several days of tranquility far away from the sizzling and frenzied streets of Miami Beach. Gaston "Guy" Lombard has not been himself since the sleuths returned home from a case taking them to the Greek island of Crete, and Claire believes the trip will do him good. But shortly after the two arrive, a cold-blooded murder—a crime bearing similarities to a recent rash of burglaries plaguing a well- to-do enclave in the neighboring community of Whitefish—pulls them into an ominous plot and they are called upon by the local sheriff to help solve the crime. A myriad of suspicious characters immediately surfaces in the whirlwind investigation, and the investigators are faced with the horrific reality that their adored friends might top the list. With an ensemble of unforgettable characters and thrilling plot twists, Sapphire Trails... Views: 662
Alanna is a young werewolf who catches the attention of a century-old monster that becomes hell-bent on having her as his own. When she refuses to be his mate, she and her best friend Quinten are abducted and shipped off to compete in the Arena Wars, a series of fights to the death. Survival would be easier if Quinten wasn't blind and dependant on her. Can the two survive long enough to be saved?Alanna is a young werewolf, and her best friend Quinten is a human. They’ve been best friends since they were children, and he desperately wants to be a part of Alanna’s life. Unfortunately, Alanna catches the attention of a century-old werewolf by the name of Roger Mason. Roger becomes hell bent on having Alanna as his own, and when she refuses to be his mate, she and Quinten are both abducted and shipped off to compete in the Arena Wars.The Arena Wars is a brutal fight to the death with your bare hands that takes place in a reconstructed gladiator-style arena. The fights are headed by Elias, a nine hundred year old vampire. Partners fight to the death with no weapons and no rules. If you refuse to fight, you’re killed on the spot. If you lose a fight, you die. Elias takes a special interest in Alanna, especially in her blood. This leads Alanna to believe that she’s meant to be his soul mate. Can Quinten convince her otherwise? Views: 662
“If we’re to live good lives, we have to tell ourselves our own story. In a good way.” So says Ben MacCarthy’s beloved mentor, and it is this fateful advice that will guide Ben through the tumultuous events of Ireland in 1956. The national mood is downtrodden; poverty, corruption, and an armed rebellion rattle the countryside; and although Ben wants no part of the insurrection, he unknowingly falls in with an IRA sympathizer. Yet despite his perilous circumstances, all he can think about is finding his former wife and true love, Venetia Kelly, who after many years has returned to Ireland with her brutish new husband, a popular stage performer. Determined not to lose Venetia again, Ben calls upon every bit of his passion and courage to win her back, while finally reconciling his violent past with his hopes for a bright future.
Brimming with fascinating Irish history, daring intrigue, and the drama of legendary love, The Last Storyteller is an unforgettable novel as richly textured and inspiring as Ireland itself. Views: 662
Esther's House - A true story of the paranormal.Childrens fears, scary relatives, and ghostly family histories...4600 words.Elderly sisters complain of paranormal goings-on in their small bungalow. Is the place haunted, or is it their fevered imaginations. Decide for yourself...Now re-formatted to look better on your e-reader. Views: 662
