It’s raining in Port Isabel and everyone’s indoors except Larry Monkey, who wanders the old stone town to be alone. And it’s a good thing, because trouble’s brewing and he might be the only one able to stop it. Flossy's seen something too and goes to investigate, sword in hand. If the pirates are back they’ll want revenge. But Flossy’s not afraid because she’s amongst friends, mostly anyway.It’s raining in Port Isabel and everyone’s indoors except Larry Monkey, a brilliant young chimp deeply troubled by the past. He wanders the winding laneways of the old stone town to be alone. And it’s a good thing, because trouble’s brewing and he might be the only one able to stop it. Flossy Fairweather, a remarkable girl with courage beyond her years, has seen something lurking in the shadows too and goes to investigate, sword in hand. It could be a trap and if the pirates are back they’ll want revenge. But Flossy’s not afraid because she’s amongst friends, mostly anyway.By the end of the next ice age, all that remains of the once great, world-spanning human civilisation are myths and ancient, inexplicable artefacts lying at the feet of melting glaciers. Thanks to the red-hot Heat Tree reefs that keep the ice at bay, the lands above the Gulf of Mexico are some of the few places still warm enough to support life. On the western shores of the Gulf is Port Isabel, a town conceived and built by owls who mysteriously vanished hundreds of years before without even bothering to say goodbye. The animals that live there are industrious, peaceful and vegetarian; except for those that aren't, which is where all the trouble starts.Mark Douglas Stafford is an award winning writer living in Sydney, Australia. His novels, fables and short stories are adored by children and adults alike. Views: 591
Welcome to life in orbit. After a plague surges out of control, the infected begin to overrun humanity's cities one by one. Forcing those who survive to take orbit. Commander Dalton James has walked many paths. Most of them in search of whiskey.Welcome to life in orbit. After a plague surges out of control, the infected begin to overrun humanity's cities one by one. Forcing those who survive to take orbit. Commander Dalton James has walked many paths. Most of them in search of whiskey.As the fleet discovers a brand new race and its horrible secret, however, Dalton may just be the right man for the job. A rugged brown coat to his back and revolver hanging from his side, Dalton James is in no mood for games.He's always had a distaste for the undead and it just so happens that Dalton is wearing his shit-kicking boots. It's about to be on as high-tech weaponry clashes with the zestful tongue of a man who's had enough. Views: 591
A tale of greed, hatred and decay from Turkey's legendary novelist Yashar KemalYashar Kemal was an unsurpassed storyteller who brings to life a world of staggering violence and hallucinatory beauty. Kemal's books delve deeply into the entrenched social and historical conflicts that scar the Middle East. At the same time scents and sounds, vistas of mountain and stream and field, rise up from the pages of his books with primitive force.In a sudden, chance encounter in a coffee-house in a fishing village near Istanbul, Zeynel Celik shoots a local gangster. Only one man intervenes – the village outcast Fisher Selim – and in doing so inadvertently transfers the blame for the murder onto himself. From this one simple act, Zeynel becomes a legendary outlaw in the minds of the people, whereas Fisher Selim, passionate about the sea and haunted by a lost love, is cast as an eccentric oddball. Each is pursued by his own paranoia, memories of the past and... Views: 591
A suspense thriller with a murder mystery at its heart, Black Leather begins with two blonde sisters, one black husband and a murdered Navajo. Reality becomes increasingly uncertain as a husband works to help his accused wife. Evidence isn't what it seems to be, neither woman is who she seems to be, and all three hold close their dark secrets. His long-repressed temptations resurface as he slides deeper and deeper into the sisters' sleazy world of black leather, racial preferences, razor sharp toys and mistaken identities. Is he married to a murderer, or just sleeping with one? One thing is for sure—both women are trouble, and he can't stay away. A dark erotic thriller by the internationally-acclaimed Elizabeth Engstrom."A darkly seductive page-turner by a writer who knows how to put the erotic thrill into a thriller." –DarkEcho Views: 591
Danald has been lost but now, at last, Rhia has found him...or has she? And what of Omron, the evil wizard who hates them both? Who of the three will live to see the morning?James Spicer is a 12 year old boy in his first year of secondary school. Everyone thinks James is weird, even his parents worry because he draws and paints such dark pictures. James has a fertile imagination and loves to create paintings of werewolves, vampires, dragons, witches, and all kinds of unbelievable creatures. At school James is bullied and labelled as one of the weirdo kids. The only person who doesn’t think James is weird is his grandpa and he died two years earlier.James is desperate to fit in but his incredible imagination involving dark creatures is not easily accepted by anyone. Daily he faces bullying at school. After one particularly dreadful day James catches his shadow stealing the light from behind his eyes. James is pulled through his bathroom mirror into an incredible fantasy underworld. There James’ journey takes him through fantastical realms of strange creatures, culminating in his meeting the King of Shadows. James’ quest is successful and he returns with a new found confidence and readiness to face life’s challenges. However once again he comes face to face by the bullies. This time, however, James is equipped with his newly honed skills to deal with his problems. Views: 591
Three scientists open up a doorway to pocket universes for exploration, but also start what could be the beginning of the end for all life.The first of a six episode Serial Novel. 16 pagesThree scientists have discovered a theory that could possibly unify all forces, much as Einstein had wanted to do.They put their theory to the test and create aportal called a "Convolution," which opens them to pocket universes where reality takes on as many forms as there are concepts of it.Richard, the first one to explore the Convolution, barely makes it back alive from his first foray into the unknown. Soon afterwards Richard, his girlfriend, Nancy and the Professor, his mentor and best friend find themselves thrust into a scenario where they could quite possibly have triggered the end of our world.This is a Serial Novel, a series of six episodes that unfolds to a conclusion through cliff hanger endings, much in the vein of the old Republic Serials like Flash Gordon, Batman, Superman and many other golden tales of early Hollywood. On the edge of your seat, nail biting action that just doesn't quit! Views: 591
Leigha is a Creature of the Light and her kind is being hunted relentlessly by the Dark Siders. When her family is captured, she's told by the leader of the Dark Siders that no Lights remain free. There seems to be no hope for Leigha until she meets a handsome stranger working for the Dark Siders who says he can free her. Leigha has to trust him because she has a secret that could save her kind.Leigha is a fairy, a Creature of the Light, living in a world where her kind is hunted relentlessly by the Dark Siders. When her family is captured, Leigha is told by the leaders of the Dark Siders that all of the Creatures of the Light are now in prisons. There seems to be no hope for Leigha and her kind until Leigha meets a handsome stranger working for the Dark Siders. He says he can help her, but only if she can trust him. Leigha has no choice because she has a secret and if she doesn't get free there will be no hope left for anyone. Views: 590
The entire adult population is suddenly wiped out, plunging the world into chaos. Sixteen-year-old Shane leads a group of kids on a quest for answers — only to discover a horrifying truth. A gripping dystopian novel.One horrifying day will change the life of sixteen-year-old Shane Tucker and every other kid in the world. In a span of mere hours, the entire adult population is decimated, leaving their children behind to fend for themselves and deal with the horrific aftermath of the freak occurrence. As one of the newly made elders in his small town, Shane finds himself taking on the role of caretaker for a large group of juvenile survivors. One who just happens to be Kelly Douglas—an out-of-his-league classmate—who, on any other day, would have never given Shane a second glance. Together, they begin their quest to find out why all of the adults were slaughtered. What they find is even more horrifying than anything they could have expected—the annihilation of the adults was only the beginning. Shane and his friends are not the unlucky survivors left to inherit this new, messed-up planet. No, they are its next victims. There is an unknown power out there, and it won’t stop until every person in the world is dead. Take a deep breath before you start The Last Orphans Series. This action adventure series filled with cinematic science fiction action, end of the world apocalyptic events, and heart pounding thrills will leave you enthralled from beginning to end. Fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and The Maze Runner by James Dasher will love this teen fiction series. With over 500 five-star reviews on Goodreads, this is definitely the series you should read next! Views: 590
If we get 400 followers, John Hobson will solve that nasty wolf-murder case for free! Fight the thing himself if he has to! #HobsonVsWolf!"Angelina Choi was only trying to drum up some Twitter followers and make a good impression on her first day interning at John Hobson's one-man detective agency. But the campaign went viral and now they have a murder to solve, no money coming in, and an unwilling Hobson faced with battling some enormous beast.
With both follower and body counts rising, can they crack the case without offending everyone or being eaten by a huge dog? The Girl Who Tweeted Wolf is the first case starring Hobson & Choi, a bickering, mismatched detective duo for 21st century London. This book collects the debut storyline of the hit darkly comic crime web serial, extensively rewritten and improved for this definitive edition. Also included: book-exclusive bonus story The Left Hand Is Always Right, grim tale from a dark corner of Hobson & Choi's London - The Left Hand, budget pub of crime. Views: 590
Ryan is average in every way - average appearance, average height, average grades. That all changes the day he meets Ed, who invests his time, knowledge of cars and love of God into Ryan's life. When Ed gives Ryan a Bible and a hammer, the once average teenager becomes extraordinary, as God calls him on a mission to the most beautiful and dangerous islands in the world, the Maldives!When Ryan, a lonely teenage boy is befriended by Ed, a steadfast man of God, the once average teenager becomes extraordinary. Armed with a new faith, a hammer and some determined friends, Ryan steps into a mission of secrets, betrayal and survival.Ryan joins forces with Amy, a young lady of incredible faith and unconditional love, to win the hearts of the islanders of Maldives. God calls them into the dangers of these most beautiful islands in the world as they take on the challenge to translate the Bible into the Dhivehi language, and smuggle it into the 100% Muslim country. Ryan and Amy's love for the mission evolves into a love that promises they will never leave each others' side. Will Ryan's strength and Amy's love be enough to win the trust of the islanders? Can their determination make them brave enough to complete Love's Mission? Views: 590
They took my friends, my family, and will take my life if given the chance. I won’t let that happen. I am a chosen one.The Chosen Ones Series:The Beautiful Ones: Free Short story Prequel The Chosen Ones: Book 1The Forsaken Ones: Book 2 This books contains kissing, cursing and violence. It is best for ages 15 and up.I have known nothing but fear and death since the truth was revealed: I am a chosen one. For centuries we have been raised as food for those who need our life’s blood in order to survive. But I’m done being a pawn in the sick and twisted lives of the beautiful blood drinkers. Determined, I will do whatever it takes to end the reign of the beautiful ones. Fortunately, I’m not alone in this war. With the help of other escaped chosen ones, and the mysterious and stunning Thanatos, I will discover a way to destroy those who wish us harm. But first, I must give up everything that matters and do the hardest thing of all…learn to trust myself. They took my friends, my family, and will take my life if given the chance. I won’t let that happen. I am a chosen one. The Chosen Ones Series:The Beautiful Ones: Free Short story Prequel The Chosen Ones: Book 1The Forsaken Ones: Book 2 This books contains kissing, cursing and violence. It is best for ages 15 and up. Views: 590
Rich in magic, mystery and humour, the Wychetts series of books are stories for 9-12 year olds which adults will also enjoy. Wychetts (pronounced “Witch-etts”) is an ancient timber framed cottage which, although derelict and crumbling, contains an amazing magic power that is awoken accidentally by Bryony and her stepbrother Edwin, sparking a series of incredible adventures!The fourth book in the Wychetts series.“The Tome Terriblis is different to most spell books,” explained Inglenook. “Instead of reading the spells, you have to write them yourself. The power in the Tome takes the words and turns them into magic.”Bryony’s lips curved into a smile. “So whatever I write would actually happen?”“Indeed. But as I said, the book is not for lending. If the Tome Terriblis fell into the wrong hands, the results could be catastrophic.”Secretly ‘borrowing’ the Tome from the Wychetts library, Bryony uses its magic to make her the brainiest pupil in her class, and unwittingly wins a place at a special new school for intellectually gifted children.Suspecting Bryony of cheating, the jealous Edwin discovers the Tome and takes Bryony’s place. All seems to be going well when he makes a new friend, but Edwin soon realises the green haired girl called Maddy is not all she seems, and that the Schrunkopf Institute is hiding a sinister secret.Unable to use Wychetts' magic, Bryony and Edwin must stop the crazed Professor Schrunkopf conducting his twisted experiments and prevent the power of the Tome Terriblis being unleashed by a vengeful witch... Views: 590
The old world is buried. A new one has been forged atop the shifting dunes. Here in this land of howling wind and infernal sand, four siblings find themselves scattered and lost. Their father was a sand diver, one of the elite few who could travel deep beneath the desert floor and bring up the relics and scraps that keep their people alive. But their father is gone. And the world he left behind might be next. Welcome to the world of Sand, the first new novel from New York Times bestselling author Hugh Howey since his publication of the Silo Saga. Unrelated to those works, which looked at a dystopian world under totalitarian rule, Sand is an exploration of lawlessness. Here is a land ignored. Here is a people left to fend for themselves. Adjust your ker and take a last, deep breath before you enter. Views: 590
