A tradeship mysteriously burns down to the waterline. A disturbance rocks the magical ether. A journeyman disappears. A powerful dark mage arises from obscurity. All of these events are linked... but how?In this short story, a young journeyman seaman discovers the truth about himself in a traumatic series of events. Fire, death, destruction, an evil mage... Events conspire to convince the young man that he is filled with pure evil. Enter Arden, a teacher of elemental magic. Can he save the young man from his convictions? Views: 335
This is a new collection of 12 French proto-science fiction tales penned between 1757 and 1924, translated and annotated by renowned science fiction writer and scholar Brian Stableford. From a pioneering venture on the exploration of "inner space" by renowned Swiss philosopher Emerich de Vattel to visions of Paris in ruins being explored by future antiquarians; from interplanetary communication with the planet Mars to the discovery of a spaceship from Mercury, which crashed in the Antarctic, and the moving saga of the Earthmen who tried to save its alien pilot, this fifth collection provides an unparalleled view of the evolution of French scientific romances. In the title piece, Quebec helped to make up for France's lack of female genre writers with Emma-Adèle Lacerte's 1917 sequel to Jules Verne's classic tale, Twenty Thousands Leagues Under the Sea. Views: 335
Julius was a candy maker and candy makers rarely encounter evil. On a cold winter day that could very well be his last on Earth. Julius comes face to face with the Nazi war machine that is ravaging his people. This and five other heartfelt and exciting tales are included in this collection of short stories. Take a fictional journey through a crumbling family run circus and run the ramparts of a starship as its crew revolts to bring the truth to light about its hidden cargo. Step into the life of a woodworker as he contemplates the loss of his hobby. Ride along with a police officer in a future dominated by the technology we want so desperately to possess. And finally step past the gates of hell with the gatekeeper. Views: 335
Thirty-five years ago, seven-year-old Hannah Daltry hid under a desk, the only witness to a horrible bank robbery. Still haunted by that day, Hannah uses her passion for writing to teach others, and to try to banish the demons of her past.Local reporter Elise Jenkins is a student in Hannah's class. Eager to stretch her writing wings, she's excited about the assignment Hannah gives and amazed at the teacher's ability to bring the horrifying scene of a girl watching a bank robbery to life. But inspiration turns to shock when Hannah is found dead in her classroom. Is her only mistake being in the wrong place at the wrong time, or did the past finally catch up with her? Whatever the answer, Elise Jenkins and police detective Mitch Burns are determined to find out.This book was originally published by Hilliard & Harris under the title Marked by Fate.About the Author:Laura Bradford is the bestselling author of numerous mystery series, including the Jenkins & Burns Mysteries, the Tobi... Views: 335
Victor is a scientist whose tragic past confronts him at a seance, where the one friendly face is a cat.A children's fable. The local farming community is focused on this year's village fete vegetable competition and Mr Plum, the farmer, thinks he is in with a good chance to win. But his prize parsnip has other ideas. Is the grass really greener on the other side of the fence, or will the parsnip learn that it's important to be grateful for who you are. Views: 335
"Vacant Houses" is a dystopian, science fiction satire set in the future about the housing market, the working class and aliens. Plenty of aliens too.What are the consequences when an angel falls in love with a demon? Phaedra knows her place as an angel messenger in training. But when passion develops between Phaedra and Erebus - a demon prisoner under her watch - the angelic Council must decide their fate.Awarded 3rd Place in the 2008 Gimme Credit Short Screenplay Competition for the script version of this story, 'Forbidden' is a tale taken from the 'From Elsewhere' collection - six short stories of unearthly visitors.Other titles in the From Elsewhere collection:The FoundlingGrey Eyes In SilverThe HearingThemThe Long View Views: 335
Guidance is always available to those who seek it.This book gives a simple explanation of how we are always guided by spirit - unseen benevolent forces in our lives - and our universe. We only need to be aware of them and to ask.The purpose of this book is to help people to know that guidance is always available to those who seek it.It is a simple explanation of how we are always guided by spirit, the unseen benevolent forces in our lives and our universe. We only need to be aware and to ask.This book describes one person's journey of listening to and always following guidance. The journey took her to many statesand to travels out of the country - always guided. Views: 334
Shortly after the first referendum on Quebec separation, four people in their forties encounter each other in Ile d'Or, the town where all of them grew up. The novel is about gold and greed and renewal and hope. About people who emerge from a frontier existence into the society of the late twentieth century with the need to discover how their contemporary lives connect with their pasts: how growing up in a mining town in northern Quebec in the 1930s through 1950s shaped who they are today. They do this with the hope that confronting the past may better equip them for moving on with their stalled lives. Their need to be reconciled with themselves can only be satisfied through a reconciliation with the community in which they grew up. A vibrant novel that deals with language, community and the politics of Canada as it explores the hardscrabble life of a mining town—a company town—and the psychological fallout for the adults and children who live there. Views: 334
The Guntherian Empire is a race forged by war and Gunthix is the best warrior they have ever produced But when the Empire decides to go to war with the Federaton, can he be the soldier he was destined to be?An un-named immortal tells of how he returned to one of his old stomping grounds to make good a promise he made centuries ago. But in doing so, he winds up in hot water.This is part one of a three-part tale, but can be read alone as a short story. The remainder of the story will be released soon. Views: 334
A collection of poetry and prose from a dark mind and a warm heart.Broken into 4 sections (Me, You, Us, Forever), "Screaming White Noise" starts with writer's experiences (Me) then moves to his demented vision of love (You). It concludes with a bleak outlook of the present state of the world (Us) and how he hopes to leave it (Forever). Views: 334
The Good News Series Study Guide is a companion to the Christian Fiction, Good News Series by Audrey McKay. This guide offers explanations and descriptions of terms and characters presented in the series. The Good News Series consists of the following books:Enough Good NewsNo WeaponBlind JusticeLong NightEven MeThird Watch* - coming winter 2012Kingdom Force* - TBACan a shy artist gain the upper hand in a face-off against her domineering twin?Will paint cans fly as two teams from vastly different backgrounds butt heads?Will a fun-loving volunteer find the courage to carve his own path?Follow three teens as they grapple with issues of love, loss, friendship, identity, and harbored prejudices in a race against time to complete their artwork in the 2nd Annual National High School Fresco Painting Competition. Views: 334
What if there was a microchip that could be implanted in your child's head which would generate an imaginary friend for them? What if the friends stayed after the chip was removed? What if you stopped denying that you're intrigued and download the story already?Attention parents! Tired of teaching your children the difference between right and wrong? Don't have the time to keep your kids out of trouble? Don't trust the sub-par education system? Get MetaFic. Inc's patented IF Chip today! Its a simple out-patient procedure covered by most major health insurance providers! Painless and fast! The IF Chip's patented synoptic technology reacts with your child's neural cortex to create an imaginary friend fully customizable by you. Together with our imaginary experts, you will choose the fantastical companion and settings right for your child's particular needs. Your child may choose from such imaginary pals as kittens, puppies, rabbits (our best selling model!), fairies, squirrels, princesses (an instant classic), superheroes (may cause heights-related injuries), lamas or even a camel (our best selling Middle Eastern model). Choose your own religion setting from "fanatical _____" to "rabid atheist." Choose your child's intellectual setting from "future Nobel prize winner" to "at least she's pretty." Select our premium "problem child" setting and watch as your child becomes a model citizen with our special "Mild Mind Mend Meld" therapy .Come to our imaginarium centers for a free consultation today, or e-mail us with questions and comments. From MetaFic, Inc. Warning: Not FDA approved. Long term effects of the IF Chip have not been studied. MetaFic, Inc. disclaims all uses for a specific purpose. Not recommended for kids over 16. May cause psychological defects and mental scarring. Requires immature mature sense of humor. May lead to slight sexual stimulation. Not recommended for camels. Best read naked. Views: 334
A pair of young boys find more than they bargained for when they visit the haunted house down the street. It's a story of murder, of pain, and of sad understanding that maybe sometimes there are such thing as ghosts.Tate is afraid of the dark. But his junkie sister has disappeared into the terrifying storm drains below Las Vegas. The tunnels stretch hundreds of miles beneath the city, housing the city’s homeless and criminal element. Armed with only his flashlight, Tate wades into the gritty depths of the storm drains to rescue his sister from her demons. Every step into the smothering darkness challenges Tate’s resolve. With his sister’s life and his own sanity at stake, Tate must face his fears or risk fading into the dank oblivion of the Las Vegas tunnels. Views: 334
