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Twenty-two of Greene's very best stories are collected here, each of them bearing the hallmark themes that characterise his great novels: innocence and vengeance, love and hate, pity and violence. Writer and Greene aficionado, Yiyun Li, has arranged the stories into pairs, to be read together in contrast or in harmony – as a duel or a duet.

The country around the town of Kjöge is very bare. The town itself lies by the seashore, which is always beautiful, although it might be more beautiful than it is, because all around are flat fields, and a forest a long way off. But one always finds something beautiful in the spot that is one's own home, something for which one longs, even when one is in the most wonderful spot in the world.

A stellar line up of stars, including Celia Imrie (The Crown), Joan Sims (Carry On), Alex Jennings (The Lady in the Van), Geoffrey Palmer (As Time Goes By) and Lynda Bellingham (Loose Women), play a cast of moving and memorable characters in this brilliant six-part comedy drama. Let these sensory delights take you into the classic five senses we know… plus the other one.

From the chilling whispers of the unseen to the grotesque transformations of the body, Flesh and Shadow delves into the primal fears that reside in our deepest subconscious. These are not just ghost stories; they are explorations of the monstrous within and without, perfect for fans of atmospheric dread, cosmic terror, and visceral psychological horror.

Life is a tough one... or is it just me that the universe hates? Everything fell apart when I was a kid, and I could never seem to put the pieces back where they fit. My world collapses when two delicious strangers show up on my property and force me into the Underworld. Nothing is as it seems, and an arranged marriage is in the works. Will a newfound heritage be my downfall, or will I finally find where I belong and oust those that have sabotaged me along the way?

Since her first appearance in the award-winning Sunglasses After Dark, Sonja Blue--the leather-clad female punk vampire/vampire slayer--has stalked the Undead who prey on an unwitting humanity at the cost of the lives of those she loves, her sanity, and what hope she might have to one day reach eternal rest. Blue Murder is the first collection of short stories and novelettes in over 20 years to feature the iconic vampire slayer and includes two never-before collected tales. In Search and Destroy Sonja hunts down the undead horror preying on a homeless encampment.

I’m sure if I hadn’t spilled beer all over him and gave a subtle suggestion of where he could shove his best friend’s package, perhaps we would have started out on a better note. How was I supposed to know that the dude was the captain of Bradford Private’s precious football team? I had just witnessed my boyfriend three inches deep inside some random girl. Surely you can't blame a girl for word vomit after such a traumatic experience.

How much fear can your heart take? Your skin crawls. Something in the darkness growls. Paralyzed by fear, you can’t run, you can’t hide. All you can do is scream... Welcome to the terrifying world of Spine Chillers. This special collection brings together 15 delightfully dreadful tales of supernatural horror that are guaranteed to haunt your dreams and stalk your waking hours.

Cuentos completos de Leonora Carrington reúne los relatos publicados en La casa del miedo, El séptimo caballo e incluye tres cuentos inéditos en español: "El camello de arena", "El vuelo de Mr. Gregory" y "Jemima y el Lobo". La recolección de estas historias en un solo tomo permite al lector adentrarse por completo en la imaginación de Leonora Carrington y fascinarse por sus historias fantásticas, el mundo onírico y su percepción de la realidad de forma macabra, satírica y brillante.

Genesis Ascending is a gripping collection of character-driven science fiction short stories that explores the rise, triumph, and tragic fall of a utopian human civilization. At humanity’s technological peak, the global AI network BABEL helps unify society, promising paradise, but when a mysterious extraterrestrial signal arrives, temptation for forbidden knowledge leads to devastating consequences. Each story unravels new layers of mystery, follows richly drawn characters, and challenges the boundary between ambition and hubris.

A misguided attempt at redemption by a former hitman. A vengeful anti-hero. A dead man’s second chance at love — in the future. A regretful prisoner. A sleepwalker convinced he’s a killer.

Donny starts school wearing his cowboy outfit and six guns every day. He learns about trusting his fellow students and never stealing anything from anybody. The reader is introduced to his grandfather and other family members, who teach him valuable lessons. He also lives through the trauma of his first dental procedure-a filling without Novocain.

When Professor R. Mullins of the University of York went missing in 1972 on the site of the area known as Black Meadow atop of the North Yorkshire Moors, he left behind him an extensive body of work that provided a great insight into the folklore of this mysterious place. Writer Chris Lambert has been rooting through Mullins' files for over ten years and now presents this collection of weird and macabre tales.

In this eagerly awaited follow-up to his #1 Amazon bestseller, Christmas Stories: 7 Original Short Stories, Moore masterfully crafts a tapestry of unforgettable characters and heartwarming narratives that embody the essence of the holiday season. Journey with a young boy who creates a profound and mystical Christmas for his community, a woman who stumbles upon a mysterious pink gift card filled with unexpected surprises, and a troubled young man who hears the magical sound of snowflakes falling. Each story invites you on a path of self-discovery, love, and miracles.

What listeners really don’t like are dull werewolf stories. So, we tasked the horror community with writing the weirdest, wildest, most creative, utterly bonkers tails (ha!) of lycanthropic lunacy possible.

This fully remastered Harem Lake box set brings together the explosive stories Birthday Bash and Daddy’s Girl—now expanded, intensified, and nearly doubled in length with a brand-new, never-before-released bonus scene! It’s hotter. It’s dirtier. It’s everything you didn’t know you needed.

Get ready for the most explosive sale of the year! This July 4th, Sherwood Mall is bursting with unbeatable deals and patriotic flair! Dive into our red, white, and blue extravaganza and enjoy sizzling discounts storewide! From sizzling summer fashions to must-have electronics, every store is joining the celebration with deals you won't believe. Don't miss out on the chance to save big while enjoying festive entertainment, dazzling decorations, and a fireworks display that will light up your night.

Award-winning author and editor Candace Nola is back with another Dark Dozen Anthology. This time around, Full Throttle brings you twelve pedal to the metal stories of extreme, hardcore horror sure to knock your socks off! The turbo-charged line-up includes some of the hardest hitters in the industry, both well-known and rising stars of indie horror.

Toen in de brugklas Alva's vrienden meededen aan een belijdenisgroep, ging zij niet mee. Ze is negentien jaar oud als ze besluit alsnog belijdenis te doen. De naam van de pastoor is David Widmark, en hij is in de dertig. Charmant, sexy - en heel erg verboden. Ze spelen een spel met elkaar. Een spel waarbij Alva langzaam de grenzen opzoekt. En David laat het toe. Op een middag als ze alleen in de kerk zijn, besluit Alva hem te verleiden.

Ella heeft dringend geld nodig. Daarom doet ze iets wat ze anders nooit zou doen; iets heel ondeugends. Als de gordijnen dicht zijn gedaan drukt ze op de knop en haar kleding valt op de grond. In Camgirl, Fuckboy en andere opwindende korte erotische verhalen lees je over Ella's avonturen en andere ontdeugende vertellingen.