Tony’s strange dreams are more vivid than most, and his brush with death takes him an uncomfortable step closer to knowing what they really mean. A short story.This book contains a selection of Haiku and other poems organised broadly by topic. Some are based on direct observation of the natural world, others are more philosophic in nature, some may be described as social commentary and some may even be described as humorous. The author was recently published in the Spring edition of the World Haiku Review. Views: 414
A tangled web of secrets, lies and deceit.Captured Lies - She was kidnapped not once but twice and now someone wants her dead.Deceitful Truths - A week of her life is missing and now someone wants to steal the secret she is desparate to protect.Split Seconds - Twins torn apart as toddlers, reunited as adults, now switching places to take down organized crime. Views: 413
It’s true that queens are a game’s most truly magical, powerful pieces.It’s a lie that only two queens lie before us.The old queen, of serpents and crows, is rumoured to have stolen the True CrossThe young queen, of hawks and wolves, may have sworn to see the royal baby lie dead.The new queen must decide who lies, who tells the truth.And if she falls for the lies, then truth falls too.Dr. Terry Stevens just lost his job because he was working on one of his own experiments on company time and was told to focus on what he was getting paid for but Dr. Stevens far fetch dream was more important to him being at home in his own laboratory working on his own experiment than his boring job teaching physics at a university. It was no surprise to him that his days at the university were numbered so when the dean of the university called him in the office the next day and was handed the news his response was oh well. Dr. Stevens gathered his belongings from his desk and headed back home to tell his wife the news and she wasn’t about to welcome him with open arms about the news of losing his job. When Dr. Stevens arrived home earlier than usual and his wife heard his car pull into the driveway she knew something was wrong because Dr. Stevens never came home early ever. Dr. Stevens grabbed his briefcase from the passenger’s front seat and got out of his car and already knew it wasn’t going to be a pretty sight when he opened the door and broke the news to her about losing his job. Right when he opened the front door to his house there stood just a foot away from him was his wife with both hands on her hips pointing her finger at him and said “Let me guess you lost your job!” in a stern voice. “Well honey it’s like this…. Dr. Stevens couldn’t finish his sentence because his wife lay in on him like a ton of bricks and her mouth ripped him apart as he took his brief case downstairs to his laboratory slamming the door behind him. Mrs. Stevens was banging on the basement door yelling for him to come upstairs and talk about why he got fired. Dr. Stevens yelled back telling her to leave him alone so he could finish his experiment. Views: 413
It's Halloween night, the night Megan can finally see what's going on inside of that old mansion at the end of her street. But things don't turn out the way she thought they would. She returns the next morning, only to meet her fate, and--a change of weather? No. A change of her.It's Halloween night, the night Megan can finally see what's going on inside of that old mansion at the end of her street. But things don't turn out the way she thought they would. She returns the next morning, only to meet her fate, and--a change of weather? No. A change of her.--- Warning: this book is a rather fast read.. . . Views: 413
The winner of multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards, Connie Willis capture the timeless essence of generosity and goodwill in this magical collection if Christmas stories. These eight tales-two of which have never before been published-boldly reimagine the stories of Christmas while celebrating the power of love and compassion. This enchanting treasury includes:
Miracle, in which a young woman's carefully devised plans to find romance go awry when her guardian angel shows her the true meaning of love
In Coppelius's Toyshop, where a jaded narcissist finds himself trapped in a crowded toy store at Christmastime
Epiphany, in which three modern-day wisemen embark on a quest unlike any they've ever experienced
Inn, where a choir singer gives shelter to a homeless man and his pregnant wife-only to learn later that there's much more to the couple than meets the eye
And more From the Paperback edition. Views: 413
Billionaire Abram Guy must protect the greatest benefit to humanity...from humanity itself.When the mysterious murder of a rival company's security guard stirs the curiosity of New York City billionaire Abram Guy, he dons his goggles and grabs his Skeleton Key to investigate as the Innovator in the dead of night. However, upon his investigation, the only thing he finds to be right about the investigation is that there was more to it than met the eye.And how right he was...Aided by both his personal assistant Duke Costello and a persistent, yet unwelcome guest, the Innovator follows the breadcrumb of clues left at the scene of the murder, only to stumble upon a discovery that could change the very progression of mankind. But how can the goggled guardian hope to protect such a discovery, when its very threat is humanity itself? Views: 413
An old flame from Abigail's past turns up, still holding on the dream that she'll fall madly in love with him. When he won't take no for an answer, things get a little dangerous. Good thing Tessa and her crew are there. Book Three of the Last Stand, a shiny, new space western science fiction adventure series full of bright characters, messy worlds, and all manner of ethical conundrums. Start first with Lost Dreams and then continue on and pick up the rest of this series! Views: 413
Ben Silverstone has just moved away from everything he knows to a new home, and is about to start secondary school at the crumbly old Hulstead College nearby. He's worried, but anxious to make new friends and do his best to settle in. Soon Ben begins to suspect the ancient school holds secrets, and before long he is swept away to a land of fierce battles, weird creatures and powerful magicians...Ben Silverstone has just moved away from everything he knows to an old cottage in the London village of Hulstead, and is about to start secondary school at the ancient Hulstead College nearby. Everything is changing at once, and Ben is worried, but anxious to make new friends and do his best to settle in to his new life.As his classes begin though, Ben begins to suspect the aged school and in particular its impossibly deep swimming pool hold dangerous secrets, and it isn’t long before he is swept away from his family and new friends and into a mysterious land of fierce battles, weird creatures and powerful magicians, where he feels even more helpless.In the exciting Silverstone series, Ben must journey far over great snowy peaks and through the darkest caves, explore the most majestic cities in the land, and build alliances and find trusted companions in a world fearing his kind if he is to survive. But to find the path back home his quest will take him to the most dangerous place of all...The Silverstone series tells a sweeping story of friendship, family, adventure, and imagination. It will be published in several exciting parts, each the length of a short story.Silverstone Part One: Through Dark Waters is the first part of this original saga. Views: 413
Book 5 in the Brides of the Kindred series
This book is a plus length novel--around 130,000 words long
Nadiah has the Sight—the ability to see into the future. But the one thing she can’t see is how she’s ever going to be free of the blood bond her parents forced her into when she was only six. Her fiancée is an evil bastard who delights in torturing her and her only way out of a loveless marriage is for a Kindred warrior to challenge the hated bond. But Nadiah has no warrior to challenge for her—she just has Rast.
Adam Rast doesn’t know why he feels so protective and possessive of Nadiah, only that he’s willing to kill or die to protect her. When the chance to set her free arises, he takes it without hesitation, even though his lack of Kindred blood could mean his defeat or even his death. But Rast has a secret, one even he doesn’t know he possesses. When he undertakes Nadiah’s quest, the truth comes out in a strange and provocative way.
Can Nadiah and Rast live through their ordeal? Will the truth about Rast set them free…or kill them? You’ll have to read Revealed to find out. Views: 413
Jane Yellowrock used to hunt vampires, but now she must fight--and win--beside them.
As Enforcer to the vampire Master of the City of New Orleans, Jane Yellowrock stakes her reputation and her life on keeping her territory safe. But Leo has been issued a blood challenge by the emperor of the European vampires, who seeks to usurp all of his power and possessions. If Leo loses the match to the death, the city will be forfeit, and the people of New Orleans will suffer the consequences. Jane can't let that happen.
Preparing for the duel requires all of Jane's focus, but with so much supernatural power in play, nothing goes according to plan. She has to rely on herself and the very few people she knows she can trust to stand and fight. Only two things are guaranteed: nothing is sacred, and no one is safe. Views: 413
