A thrilling novel of a man hunt with a nation's existence at stake.Peter Claydon is an R.A.F pilot during The Battle of Britain. Fate leads him on a mission to pursue a traitor in occupied France. Views: 709
Following on Two Pints, another hilarious book on everything that matters from the brilliant Roddy Doyle.
Two men meet for a pint -- or two -- in a Dublin pub. They chew the fat, set the world to rights, curse the ref, say a last farewell. In this second collection of delicious comic dialogues Doyle's drinkers ponder:
• a topless Kate Middleton
• Barack and Michelle Obama
• David Beckham ("Would you tattoo your kids' names on the back of your neck?" "They wouldn't fit.")
• Jimmy Savile ("a gobshite")
• the financial crisis (again)
• abortion (again)
• and horsemeat in your burger...
Once again, those we have lost troop through their thoughts -- Lou Reed, Seamus Heaney, Reg Presley, Nelson Mandella, Phil Everly, Margaret Thatcher, Shirley Temple -- and they still have that unerring ability to ask the really fundamental questions like "Would you take penalty points for your missis?" Views: 709
Executives of Tayairosko Corporation craved a weapon to lord over the governments, corporations, and people of all four worlds. They envisioned themselves the masters of a new interplanetary empire of their own making. They tasked their Bioweapons Division with developing a microscopic pathogen like no other. A bioweapon that could wipe out entire worlds. The genesis of Weapon X.The Bioweapon Revolution Series: The events in this story transpire on planets much like Earth In a universe much like that of Earth But distinct and separate from both Never to cross paths The four planets of Forensa, Elipson, Braun, and Aldaris The four planets whose history and civilizations were intertwined Would be forever changed By one, fateful event … Executives of Tayairosko Corporation craved a weapon to lord over the governments, corporations, and people of all four worlds. They envisioned themselves the masters of a new interplanetary empire of their own making. They tasked their Bioweapons division with developing a microscopic pathogen like no other. A bioweapon that could wipe out entire worlds. The genesis of Weapon X. Weapon X was the deadliest pathogen ever developed. It was hundreds, possibly a thousand years ahead of its time. The evil executives that ordered its creation found Weapon X so frightful, so resilient, so virulent, and so adaptive that even they drew back from their plans to use it to hold human civilization hostage. The corporation transported everything in the bioweapons division related to Weapon X to the far moon of Vio. Many years later, a team of mercenaries traveled to Vio on a contract to steal Weapon X. Little did the mercenaries realize their actions would lead to the death of millions and possibly the annihilation of the entire human species.In Rise of the Vanguards: Tayairosko Corporation's technology was more advanced than that of any corporation or nation on the four planets. When news got out about the massive Bioweapons Division, many wondered why the dreaded Tayairosko embarked on the development of heinous bioweapons at the behest of its evil executives instead of pushing their already large technological advantage. The development of the ELF's (Electromechanical Life Forms) on the rival planet Elipson provides only one answer to this question. However, the rise of the ELF's raised new questions, created new possible threats to Tayairosko, its home world of Forensa and event the rest of the four planet. Meanwhile, the shadow of Weapon X still hangs over the lives and deaths of the humans of all four worlds. Views: 708
A Halloween Short Story
With Homecoming and everything else that’s been going on in their world, everyone is on edge. But what better time to take in a few Halloween traditions like watching scary movies and carving pumpkins? Maybe kissing can be a new Halloween tradition now that Sang has joined the crew…
Follow Sang and Kota, Victor, Silas, Nathan, Gabriel, Luke and North in this short slice of life story leading up to the homecoming dance.
The Academy, Eerily Spooky
Warning – if you haven’t yet read House of Korba, this story will give away mild spoilers – read at your own peril! Views: 708
...Well, nevertheless, we even do not know the basic characteristics of our flight. For example - the age of the aircraft, the qualification of pilots and commander, how many flew hours they have and whether there was success or failures in their preparation. If I tell you this information, and it will be… so to speak, not in favor of passengers, what will you do?...Blue Castaway is a fictional account of a man, Paul Porter, who after a drunken night of partying, accidentally ends the life of a witch. He must depart his normal lifestyle to fulfill the curse placed upon him with her dying breath. As part of the curse, she conjures a spell which scatters all of her personel effects throughout the United states and tasks him with returning them to her final resting place. Each of her belongings has its own spell that requires the object to be fed on a regular basis. Paul must find them before they can take their toll on their new owners. He discovers a possible end to the curse when he encounters a Midwestern girl by the name of Helen Wagner. She is in possession of a jigsaw puzzle with extraordinary, supernatural properties that used to belong to the witch. It ultimately changes both his and Helen's lives forever. Blue Castaway is the second of three novels centered around jigsaw puzzles with unusual and distinctly different supernatural properties, (the others being White Crest and Red Clover). Views: 708
A super-villain is secretly training young super-powered criminals in the middle of Hero High. To find him a team of supers not yet enrolled in the school is created. Join Jack, Bella, Ethan, Ty and Caleb as they start training at Hero High, face bullies and cliques, instantly become outcasts, and learn what it means to be a hero even when no one believes you could ever be one."The name says it all. People don't believe you deserve your powers because you're just a mishap, a freak of nature... an accident. It's up to you to prove them wrong and show them you can be a hero."Nobody believes Gamma Accidents can be heroes: they can only be villains.However, their view about this rare group of supers is about to change.There's a super-villain secretly training young super-powered criminals in the middle of Hero High. The only way to find him is to create a team out of supers not yet enrolled in the school.Join Jack, Bella, Ethan, Ty and Caleb as they start training at Hero High; face bullies and cliques; instantly become outcasts and learn what it means to be a hero... even when no one believes you could ever be one. Views: 707
Dóma has always liked welcoming newcomers to the Shadow Garden, but there’s something different about the newest arrival. Freyda’s life was hard before she joined the Aekhartain, but that’s not it. No, for the first time in over a hundred years, Dóma might just be falling in love... This novella is a sweet little F/F romance about wings, hope, love and gossip.Dóma has always liked welcoming newcomers to the Shadow Garden, but there’s something different about the newest arrival. Freyda’s life was hard before she joined the Aekhartain, but that’s not it. No, for the first time in over a hundred years, Dóma might just be falling in love.But does Freyda feel the same? And if she does, how will this most restrained pair ever admit their feelings for each other?Luckily, they’re in the Shadow Garden and they have one or two friends around to help them out.This novella is a sweet little F/F romance about wings, hope, love and gossip. There is a little magic here, but it’s mostly what Freyda and Dóma can make between themselves. Views: 707
This essay critiques the idea that there are national characteristics that the people of a nation all share. The word "nationality" can be used to indicate what citizenship a person has, but means nothing more than that.Everybody needs help making in this crazy world of ours, Some days it's hard to even get out of bed especially if it's raining outside and it seems as if the whole world is against you. These poems and essay are my umbrella that I use to keep those raimdrops off my head I hope they can be of some use to others. Views: 707
The Heroes face off against a new, seemingly indestructible foe while mentoring the mysterious Jim.A scandalous moment of surrender to Marcus Fairweather, Earl of Sheldon and May Thorne is riddled with guilt: all despite the fact her debauched husband’s passions are sated anywhere but in the marital bed. Worse, when Squire Thorne is brutally murdered, her legacy is determined by a clause in her late husband’s will. Thus wedlock to his lawyer, a man of zealous moral and religious bent is utterly abhorrent to her. Nonetheless, the lawyer is of mind to enact the clause in haste, and his ardent advances are somewhat intense and unsettling. But who shot Squire Thorne poses a mystery – the lawyer, the earl, or a strange intruder who steals nothing? In the aftermath of death a long-held family secret is finally revealed, and when a shadowy figure looms in her moonlit bedchamber, she fears the outcome... Views: 707
The USS Enterprise-A is on a vital peacekeeping mission in a remote solar system beyond the boundaries of the Federation, where two warring planets–Pavak and Oyolo–are attempting to end years of bitter conflict. Crucial peace talks are being conducted aboard the Enterprise, even as Starfleet weapons inspectors oversee the disarmament process. Losses and atrocities on both sides have left plenty of hard feelings behind, so Captain James T. Kirk has his work cut out for him, even as he unexpectedly runs into a disturbing figure from his past: Lenore Karidian.
Twenty years ago, the deadly daughter of Kodos the Executioner tried to kill Kirk, but she has since been declared sane and rehabilitated. Kirk wants to give her the benefit of the doubt and a second chance at life, but when a mysterious assassination threatens the already-fragile peace process, all clues point toward Lenore –- and the future of two worlds hangs in the balance. Views: 707
Dr.s William and Eloise Cairnby embark on an historical research visit to Bouchart abbey, hoping to uncover more of the truth behind its demise. Following a freak storm lasting two days, William ventures into the abbey and encounters Lady Arabella, who takes him somewhere he thought it was impossible to go. Can he survive the shock and fulfil Lady Arabella’s hopes for eternal rest?Dr.s William and Eloise Cairnby embark on an historical research visit to Bouchart abbey, hoping to uncover more of the truth behind its demise. Following a freak storm lasting two days, a forgotten large communal grave situated in the abbey grounds was uncovered by a landslide. After helping to recover the skeletal remains of countless bodies, William ventures into the abbey and encounters Lady Arabella, who takes him somewhere he thought it was impossible to go. Can he survive the shock and fulfil Lady Arabella’s hopes for eternal rest? Views: 706
Five hundred years ago, the Dark Wizard, Hasbarie, brought forth his abominations in an attempt to rule Calencia. The rulers of the kingdoms, later to be known as "The Saviors", thwarted his attempt and drove him from their world. He now has returned and the Wizard, Locmire, must reunite the descendants of The Saviors if Calencia has any hopes of survival.When the Dark Wizard, Hasbarie rose to the height of his power, the kingdoms of Calenica united to defend their lands, pitting them in a war for their very existence. At the conclusion of the Great War, Calencia stood victorious, but not without great loss. 500 years later, Locmire, the last Master Wizard of Fogarth, sees the events of a foretold prophecy come into place. Locmire sets out on an epic quest to reunite the kingdoms, in an attempt to drive this evil from their lands once and for all, but the Dark Wizard has other plans. During his search for the descendants of the kings who rose to greatness during the Great War, Locmire is met by resistance at every turn. The Wizard must reunite the kingdoms once again or Calencia will fall. Even with the kingdoms unified, there still stands a grim chance that his efforts will be futile, for he has been revealed two entirely different endings to the prophecy and is uncertain of the path he must follow to reach the desired conclusion. Views: 706
When Andy and his brother Marty move to Pine Ridge, they notice strange things about the town: the playgrounds and local pool are deserted, and there’s the mysterious disappearance of a boy thirteen years ago. Then there’s Bob the ice cream man. He appears when they least expect it and disappears just as quickly. Marty's happy about Bob’s speedy service, but Andy knows something isn't right.When we made it to the top of the hill, we came down hard on our brakes.What are you …“Marty! No!” I called out, powering down on the pedals again.“What is he doing?” Kalisha screamed, riding right behind me.Marty didn’t even turn to look at me. Instead, I saw him step up casually into Bob’s van behind a little girl. Then the doors to the back of the van slammed shut. The van began to take off down the street, the music pounding.In our effort to catch up, we passed Marty’s scooter; it was lying on the footpath along with a skateboard and skipping rope.It was then that I realised the truth.When Andy and his brother Marty move to Pine Ridge, they notice strange things about the town: the playgrounds and local pool are deserted, and there’s the mysterious disappearance of a boy thirteen years ago. Then there’s Bob the ice cream man. He appears when they least expect it and disappears just as quickly. Marty might be happy about Bob’s speedy service, but Andy knows something isn't right. Then Marty is kidnapped. It’s up to Andy and his new friend Kalisha to stop Bob and save Marty and the others from his terrifying plan. The closer they get to saving Andy’s brother, the more horrifying truth is revealed about Bob and the missing boy from long ago... Views: 706
Unlike other typical princesses you have read from other fairy tales, our Princess Niya was different, she was lazy, spoiled, selfish and didn’t like to smile; no on liked her. On her 12 years old birthday, her parents, King and Queen decided to give her a gift that was going to change her life forever.This book could be subtitled a “A Male Midlife Crisis Transformational Journey Romantic Action Adventure.” It features a college professor who isn’t keen on getting older. The young, energetic people that populate the university remind him daily of how quickly life is passing, and how rapidly he seems to be approaching old age. He even considers getting a facelift. As he puts it, “Why not look as young as you feel!” Fortunately, he realizes that cosmetic surgery is not the answer, and looks to other alternatives. His search leads him to believe that what is missing in his life is adventure, novelty, and excitement--something he intends to remedy by taking a trip to Europe. As soon as he steps foot on the plane, the action picks up and continues to increase until he finds that adventure often comes with price. It can cost you your life. Join Professor CB Oldenberger as he learns one of life’s most important lessons: it isn’t how you look, it is how you live Views: 706
