Alien

The action-packed official adaptation of Alien: Isolation and a revealing look into the lives of Ellen Ripley and her daughter, Amanda Ripley.THE OFFICIAL VIDEO GAME ADAPTATION—AND MUCH MORE!From birth, Amanda Ripley's life is riddled with hardship. Her parents live on the edge of poverty, so her mother—Ellen Ripley—seeks off-world contracts that lead to a position aboard the commercial hauler Nostromo. Then when the deep-space vessel disappears, Amanda passes into adulthood focused on discovering one thing.WHAT HAPPENED TO ELLEN RIPLEY?Amanda's quest pulls her into the underbelly of society, where few can be trusted. On Luna she meets someone who seems the exception—Private Zula Hendricks of the Colonial Marines—but their relationship is short-lived. Just as Amanda appears to hit rock bottom... a lead appears.To follow it, she must travel to the remote Sevastopol Station. There she hopes to find...
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Secret Songs

Sixteen year old Kaley Thorne is awkward, a little clumsy, and has a crazy mother. But nothing compares to the lengths she would go to in order to protect her secret songbook.Please note: This is a short story. Flash fiction is a fun and quick read to introduce you to the series, not a full length novel.The songbook of secrets.Sixteen year old Kaley Thorne is awkward, a little clumsy, and has a crazy mother. But nothing compares to the lengths she would go to in order to protect her secret songbook.With the school talent show fast approaching, Kaley must decide what is more important: protecting her secret or winning the prize money?In a high school that is full of song-worthy moments, can Kaley overcome her greatest fear? Or will she decide that her secrets are still worth protecting?Also in the Secret Songbook Series:Love SongsBreakup Songs (Coming Soon)
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Awake a Sleeping God

In the northern kingdom of Illrycharra the world of a young peasant boy Saul is thrown into chaos and death that will set him upon the path to greatness.In the northern kingdom of Illrycharra the world of a young peasant boy Saul is thrown into chaos and death that will set him upon the path to greatness. In the Elven mountain city of Elrurith, Cuhullin, daughter of the Surlord struggles to escape her inevitable doom, as does Luithuilin, a prince of Lar Riocht, who has only known fear and rejection since birth. In the great city of Ystwryth, the pre-eminant power of the Dwarven Highlands, the power struggle between Owain, the High-King’s most trusted friend and Manawadyn, the High-King’s brutal and power-hungry son, is coming to a head, threatening to embroil of the Highlands into a bloody civil war. As events spiral out of control across the lands of the Elves, Dwarves and man a shadow is growing in the north. An ancient god is waking from his slumber and the Orlockan nations, the greatest of the Sakhm’Yvar, are once more flocking to his banner. In the backdrop of this coming struggle between good and evil lies a highly complex world of diverse peoples and kingdoms, each with their own unique culture, history and mythology.
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Fish, Hike Kill

Jacob didn’t know he would have to give up everything he loved after he got married. It took him many years and a kid later to finally get tired of it. Now he’s off fishing, and no one’s going to stop him. It’s not like a supernatural creature is going to trap him in some other-world and try to kill him. It’s not like that at all.One day, Little Red's Grandmother becomes sick. Little Red's mother makes Grandmother some muffins and soup to help Grandmother feel better, however before Little Red leaves her mother warns her about the wolf that lives in the woods. While Little Red walks through the woods to Grandmother's house, the wolf smells the muffins and decides to talk to Little Red. He asks her where she is going and why to which she replies. He then asks if she was afraid of the woods which instead of replying yes or no, she answers that her father is a lumberjack and that he should be strong because her Grandmother taught him everything he knows to be a lumberjack. The wolf doesn't believe Little Red and so leaves her with a fair warning of his own before making his way to Grandmother's house. He arrives thinking that Little Red was far behind him and so knocks on the door to Grandmother's house. Grandmother tells him to come in and asks if he was feeling good, since he was trying to impersonate Little Red. When he gets to the kitchen, Grandmother hits the Wolf with a frying pan telling him that she doesn't need his muffins cause Little Red already gave her some. Little Red laughs and tells him she warned him.
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The Princelings of the East

The Princelings of the East (2nd Ed.) is an adventure trilogy in a fantasy world. In the first book our heroes Fred and George leave their isolated castle to solve the problem of the Great Energy Drain, meeting dubious businessman Hugo, irrepressible barkeeper Victor and other engaging movers and shakers. Time is the essence of this tale and competition between castles drives the action.The Princelings of the East is the first of a trilogy telling of the adventures of Fred and George. Over three stories they solve problems caused by unintended consequences, commercial greed, unprincipled actions and blind prejudice yet still find time for troubled love affairs and disastrous inventions.Book 1 opens with our Princeling heroes at the Castle in the Marsh. When the King's Birthday feast is ruined by an unnatural power drain, they leave their scientific experiments to set out in search of answers. They encounter the enigmatic businessman Hugo, the impressive Prince of Buckmore, the wise Lady Nimrod, the irrepressible barkeeper Victor, but find themselves threatened by those with vested interests. The scene shifts from a rural, feudal setting to the towers and heights of the curious Isle of Hattan, but where, or when, are they? Time is of the essence in solving this puzzle, and our heroes must keep their wits sharp and their heads clear if they are to survive.Suitable for ages 10 and over, The Princelings of the East is a fantasy adventure with the charm of the Wind in the Willows in a complete world reminiscent of Anne MacCaffrey's Pern.The 2nd Edition amends the longer sentences but leaves the long words which kids liked. Some conversations which were described in a paragraph are now detailed in up to two pages, especially for the discussions of the time tunnel. I hope you like the changes.The trilogy is also available as a single paperback - see link for details.The Buzz"The Princelings of the East is an enchanting tale that will delight boys and be very much enjoyed by girls. This fourth to sixth grade chapter book will keep young readers enthralled for hours on end. You will find well-rounded characters, an interesting plot and many adventures within the pages of this book. I truly enjoyed the tale and loved the telling. It relates a completely new idea in a medieval fantasy setting. The plot will be enjoyed by all the inventors or thinkers in your home. It will be a welcome volume in any home, school, or library shelves. " - Reader's Favorite"The Princelings of the East is a suspense-filled mystery strong on character development, with a deliciously complex and engaging plot, that is sure to be enjoyed by older tweens and adults alike." - Mother Daughter Book Reviews
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Dominion-427

The Widow never rests. She takes the ship Dominion-427 across the galaxy to chase down her ex-husband and his friends. Athanasia and Glaxu duel on far-flung planets, and double-cross one another again and again, until someone dies. And Valentinian keeps running. Dominion-427—the fourth novel in the Shadow of the Dominion series—puts friends in danger while continuing to explore this fascinating new galaxy of characters! Be sure to read all the books in the series, starting with Longshot Hypothesis.
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Sanctuary

In the aftermath of their mother's death, Tyler, Sarah, and Benji Rose are sent to live with their grandfather in rural Colorado. Secrets lie just beneath the surface in their new home. As the three teens begin to unearth them, a world of magic is revealed- a world of both darkness and light, safety and peril, family and loneliness. Journey with the Rose siblings into the deepest heart of magic.It has been nearly a year since Tyler, Sarah, and Benji Rose lost their mother in a tragic accident. Unable to cope, they are sent to live with their Grandfather on a wildlife sanctuary in rural Colorado. Amidst their unresolved grief and resentment, they each have strange encounters that make them wonder exactly what kind of wildlife their Grandfather is protecting.When a secret world of cursed men, mythical beings, and mounting stacks of magical paperwork is revealed, the Rose siblings begin a journey into the heart of magic. One sibling will risk their life for a simple wish, another will save them, and one will see the darker side of magic that threatens them all.Comprised of family secrets, hidden legacies, and the power of the soul, Sanctuary is a truthful yet fantastical profile of one family’s quest to heal after surviving terrible loss.
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A Valley of Darkness

What dark secrets does the valley hold? What are the Eritopian vampires hiding?* Reunite with the Shadians in Book 2 of Season 7! Pre-order now. Beware of spoilers in the reviews below that are without spoiler alerts
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Ghost Dancer

Ten-year-old Danika Samms was going to be a dancer. Until a serial killer put an end to her dreams. Now her ghost has come to Thulu and La Fi to save her dog from the killer. La Fi is a medium and Thulu is a finder and together they find justice for the dead.The detectives take the case, but they find a heartbreaking secret and a seasoned killer already on the prowl for his next victim.Ten-year-old Danika Samms was going to be a dancer. She was even going to be on TV for a big national contest. Until a serial killer put an end to her dreams. Now her ghost has come to Thulu and La Fi to save her dog from the killer. La Fi is a medium and Thulu is a finder and together they find justice for the dead. The detectives take the case, but they find more than a lost pup. They discover a heartbreaking secret and a seasoned killer already on the prowl for his next victim. And this time their walk on the darker side of the paranormal puts their own lives at risk. "Ghost Dancer" is the third novelette from the Modern Magics series.
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Freed

Now with no choice but to go forward, Elaine and her new friend, Weslie, must descend into the terrifying Dweller mines to rescue their friends, who are now trapped in the deepest reaches. That's bad news, because there are monsters down there they'll need to deal with, along with other unspeakable dangers. But rescuing her friends won't be the only dangerous task waiting for Elaine. There's also talk of a Heart of Flamestone far underground, and it might hold the secret to stopping the Dwellers and freeing all their slaves for good. But worst of all, Elaine's now weighed down with the knowledge that she must also kill her evil stepfather to stop his system of slavery. He's in pursuit and if Elaine can't find the strength to kill him and tear her family apart, he's going to make sure she never sees the surface again.
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Made In Heaven: A Birthrite Series Short

In this short story/missing scene from Tiffany Apan's Descent, Reginald and Gail returned from that fateful night, a strange set of circumstances, and a world they never thought could exist.On Valentine's Day in 1932, Reginald takes her to The Florentine with plans for a marriage proposal when an encounter with Father Louis of St. Gregory the Great Church leaves a slight chill in the night air...It has only been two and a half months since Reginald and Gail returned from that fateful night, a strange set of circumstances, and a world neither ever thought could exist.Plains also seems different. Darker. While the Fleming Orphanage is quiet, evil still seems to be lying in wait. Reginald is also worried about Gail; she has been strangely quiet, a far cry from the outspoken young woman he's always known her to be. She seems to have lost part of herself.For months, Reginald has been planning a marriage proposal, already having received the blessing of Gail's father and even bought a ring with money saved from his job at the five and dime. On Valentine's Day, he takes her to The Florentine, and while Gail is appreciative, she remains distant. An encounter with Father Louis of St. Gregory the Great Church also leaves a slight chill in the air.In spite of everything, Reginald hopes for a future with the girl he loves.MADE IN HEAVEN is a short story/missing scene from Tiffany Apan's Descent (The Birthrite Series, #1).
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The Lights Go Out in Lychford

Be careful what you wish for...Paul Cornell's The Lights Go Out in Lychford continues the award-nominated Witches of Lychford series, described by Seanan McGuire as "Beautifully written, perfectly cruel and ultimately kind."The borders of Lychford are crumbling. Other realities threaten to seep into the otherwise quiet village, and the resident wise woman is struggling to remain wise. The local magic shop owner and the local priest are having troubles of their own.And a mysterious stranger is on hand to offer a solution to everyone's problems. No cost, no strings (she says).But as everyone knows, free wishes from strangers rarely come without a price . . .At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
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