The Legend of the Ice People series has already captivated 45 million readers across the world.The story of the Ice People is a moving legend of love and supernatural powers , a tale of the essential struggle between good and evil. In the Valley of the Ice People, amid the beautiful mountains and meadows, Silje and Tengel are raising a family. But they're not like the others. Their lives are bound up with the legacy of an evil spirit and their daughter, Sol, has a frighteningly dark inheritance. When old Hanna, an evil old witch, tells them of their fate, they don't believe her. It's not long though until they are forced out of the valley to the outside world, where witches and sorcerers are hunted down. How will they survive? And will the black magic that runs through their lives prove to be a blessing or a curse?
"Margit Sandemo is, simply, quite wonderful.' - The Guardian 'Full of convincing characters, well estabished in time and place, and enlightening ... will get your eyes popping, and quite possibly groins twitching ... these are graphic novels without pictures ... I want to know what happens next.' - The Times 'A mixure of myth and legend interwoven with historical events, this is imaginative creation that involves the reader from the first page to the last.' - Historical Novels Review 'Loved by the masses, the prolific Margit Sandemo has written over 172 novels to date and is Scandinavia's most widely read author...' - Scanorama magazine ** Views: 268
This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them. Views: 268
The mind-blowing finale to Ashley and Aaron's story is here! Everything they know is not what it seems, but will they find out the truth before it destroys their future? Views: 268
WELCOME TO HELL
The prison ship Perdition, a floating city where the Conglomerate’s most dangerous criminals are confined for life, orbits endlessly around a barren asteroid.
Life inside is even more bleak. Hailed as the Dread Queen, inmate Dresdemona “Dred” Devos controls one of Perdition’s six territories, bordered on both sides by would-be kings eager to challenge her claim. Keeping them at bay requires constant vigilance, as well as a steady influx of new recruits to replace the fallen. Survival is a constant battle, and death is the only escape.
Of the newest convicts, only one is worth Dred’s attention. The mercenary Jael, with his deadly gaze and attitude, may be the most dangerous criminal onboard. His combat skill could give her the edge she needs, if he doesn’t betray her first. Unfortunately, that’s what he does best. Winning Jael’s allegiance will be a challenge, but failure could be worse than death… Views: 268
"The Twelfth Monster of Chaos"--tells of Omar, a reclusive, bitter storm demon, living in obscurity until an old frenemy returns. Seven words--"Chaos reigns and her resurrection is imminent"--and an ancient artifact brings back the past he's trying to forget. Now he has to battle Tiamat, the creator of all things, to protect the world and the woman who edged past all of his defenses.The Phantom of Pilberry Place (13,100 words)A fun, rather rude short story for kids around 10 plus. Schoolboy Sam Fisher has been pumping for years, but is unable to stop. Doctors cannot end his rare problem, which makes finding a girlfriend impossible. One day naughty Uncle Peter finds an old diary hinting of a lost magical village named Pilberry Place, rumoured to be home of a mysterious phantom and his incredibly powerful pumps. Perhaps Sam will find answers there? Sam is drawn into the world of pumps further when meeting the friendly phantom who shares very surprising news! Will Sam finally learn to control his pumps better and will he ever win back his one true love Violet Elizabeth? Views: 268
“Books alter men, and men, in their turn, alter worlds.”
Soter is a man who has been haunted by World War I. But when he’s sent to investigate the disappearance of Lionel Maudling, the owner of a grand country house whose heir may be accused for his death, he encounters a home that will lead him to nightmares he could have never imagined.
Maudling’s estate houses countless books of every sort—histories, dramas, scientific treatises. But none seems to offer Soter any hint to Maudling’s whereabouts, until he’s led to an arcane London bookseller where the reclusive scholar made his last purchase. What Soter finds at the end of a twisted maze of clues is a book like no other, with a legacy that will put everything he knows in danger…
An inventive horror novella from internationally bestselling author John Connolly, this is a story of madness, of obsession, and of books’ power to change the world. Views: 268
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Aylith and Twaylee are elves of the Blessed Court. As questing agents in its Ministry of the Eye and Ear, they venture into the perilous lands of orcs, ogres, goblins and dark elves.The elves of the Blessed Court live in peace and safety because of the daring of its unsung warriors. Dame Aylith and the little sprite Twaylee are questing agents in the Ministry of the Eye and Ear. Follow them on their harrowing adventures into the lands of monsters and the realm of the dark elves. Enjoy gritty, realistic fantasy and thrilling action, espionage and suspense. Views: 267
This is a short story for middle school students or for any young boy who loves baseball. It's a story about teamwork and getting to know people from from other countries. And it's inspired by my nephew's own journey to America from China! This book is also available online as an audiobook narrated and produced by me.IF THIS SOUNDS GOOD TO YOU--DOWNLOAD THE BOOK FOR YOUR CHILD TO ENJOY!!ChiarOscuro Episode Five New Destinations (Words 8,249).Urok is rocked by the events that followed in the previous episode and the group now confront Sailem after finding themselves out in the middle of the desert. Meanwhile Decabia's forces keep heading west....SERIESChiarOscuro is an ongoing online fantasy series being published at https://chiaroscuroseries.wordpress.com/. Taking place in an alternate world where humanity is just discovering it's full potential after nearly being brought to extinction five millenia ago, the darkness that once threatened humanity has returned, seemingly with the intention to finish what they failed to do 5,000 years ago.ChiarOscuro is made up of 'Books' each one containing an Episode (these normally span a week or two) and a chapter is released throughout the duration of an episode. The official site will be the first place to find the newly released chapters at first, as well as extra pieces that delve deeper into the lore, world and characters of ChiarOscuro and once the Episode has concluded, it will be shortly be available as a single 'Book' to read in full.So follow a small select few in this time where the world's and humanity's certain is uncertain and travel with them to meet many different cultures, people, beliefs, customs through deserts, mountains, the city of nine walls and even the parts of the world the human eye cannot see...SERIES SUMMARYTaking place in a world where at the dawn of human civilisation, a catastrophe struck nearly bringing humanity to extinction and close to forever changing the world as we know it.They called them Demons, twisted, ruthless creatures with no seemingly other drive than to conquer all those weaker than them as they were the strongest and fittest and Earth seemed close to falling into the hands of these strange beings, who came to our world with no warning and legends speak of skies literally tearing open as Demons invaded our world.However, humanity as it always seems to do, fought back and though most of the people living at that time were forever lost, the Demons were defeated, the remaining leaving this world or scattered as they fled the humans only hours before they had been slaughtering mercilessly.It’s been 5,000 years since those events, though many dismiss the tale as legend and humanity has only recently started picking up again, there have been some strange reports recently across Aludin and with the mysterious Decabia to the east, the era of peace may soon be coming to the end and new heroes will have to answer the call to defend humanity’s flame once again, as they did so 5,000 years ago. Views: 267
This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them. Views: 267
Of Superior Design is the sequel to The Wolves of Third Clan. Heaven had a plan for Werewolves and Vampires, they were seeded on Earth for a reason; an answer to the Hellion Hoard. Beings designed with perfection and allowed to evolve until the intended product emerged; a superior Superior.It arrived with Daemon alongside a worrisome thought.If he were Heaven's answer what would become of them?With the birth of Daemon a new breed emerged and Heaven's question answered. They had been warring with Hell since the beginning of time using surrogate soldiers in their stead. Earth was an experiment; a testing ground to see if Mother Nature could improve on Heavenly technology.Designed with cellular perfection, the need to dominate and an absence of fear the Superiors were the solution; the answer to Hell's Hoard. The family of LeTorque had taken control of Third Clan, preparing to fulfill their destiny and unite all. They were led by a Vampire mated to a Wolf who had a unique problem; he was under a death sentence issued by his murderous twin, the ruler of Second Clan, Yin. Yang was twin in name only for he was a supplicant; an Inferior who had given all superior traits to his brother in order to survive birth. He was a Cloak. His blood hid his scent from others of his kind and if any bonded with him they too recieved his talent. In the world of Superiors scent reigned supreme for it seperated them from the other dominant species on the planet; the physically inferior but numerically superior Humans. When Daemon was born a question emerged. If he was the answer, what was their purpose? What use were they when the solution had been found? Views: 267
