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Threads are converging in this collection of short stories. Sir Demitri Reyven goes toe to toe with an old friend and comrade as dragons circle overhead. Sir Bryan meets ghosts from his past and meets a horrible end...or does he? And Captain Sidonia continues to lead the caravan of orphans to Starlight Monastery while the mercenaries of the Grey Wolves, under her command, struggle to continue at under half-strength.

Skyboat Media presents Give the People What They Want and Other Stories of Sharp Wit, Cunning Women, and Wild Magic, an original collection of short stories from Alex Bledsoe.

Das Finale der epischen Trilogie rund um Lormak, Avi, Krax und Iridon! Die Lage spitzt sich zu, denn die Dämonen sind nicht aufzuhalten. Der Konflikt droht, nicht nur die Menschen ins Verderben zu stürzen, sondern auch die Elfen und Zwerge und alle anderen Völker Yurs. Doch selbst vereint sind die Aussichten düster, denn Iridon Vulkola hat seine Rache sorgfältig geplant. Die ultimative Konfrontation steht bevor. Ihr Ausgang wird nicht nur über das Wohl oder Wehe eines ganzen Kontinents entscheiden, sondern könnte sogar die Grundfesten der Götterwelt zum Einsturz bringen.

The year is 1642. As a decades-long war rages through Central Europe, military field surgeon Martin shares a shocking truth with his apprentice Gustav: Demons are real, and the victims of battle are their reward for fighting for mankind. A reveal that changes everything.

When things go bump in the night, there's only one federal agency that stands between the supernatural and humankind...CERBERUS. C.E.R.B.E.R.U.S. stands for “Clandestine Enforcement and Reconnaissance Bureau, Extranormal Rampart Division of the United States”—the American law enforcement unit that was created to deal with all things magical and unexplained. Follow along as Deputy Marshal Tony Mendoza is inducted into the supernatural underworld by the shadowy agency and its enigmatic leader, Director Strickland.

Six short stories set in the worlds of Quincy Harker, Demon Hunter, Bubba the Monster Hunter, and The Dead Old Ladies Detective Agency from award-winning author John G. Hartness!

I'd known my fair share of tragedy in the last year. Lost my family, abandoned by my friends... things were looking down. Imagine my surprise when I get ripped out of my own reality and forcibly enrolled in a magic school nestled between the seams of the multiverse. My new purpose? Defend all of creation against the Outer Gods and keep from dying at the hands of the Void Things. But there's something nefarious about my headmistress... something I don't trust. At least I'm not alone anymore.

Whether its saving a Princess(or three), driving across the the USA with some lovely companions, or following a bard on his adventures with mythical ladies, this collection is full of everything you want to listen to. This omnibus includes: The Portal, the Plumber, and the Princesses; Truck Drivin’ Hero; and Young, Dumb, and Full of Charisma.

The First Arc of Monster Girl Collection in one place! Auroro was a sinful man reborn by a goddess of romance. He found a new life in the world of Mistrim with no memories, a timer on his life he had to extend, and a mysterious, overwhelming power. This first adventure sees Auroro meeting dazzling heroines, terrifying heroes, powerful monsters, monsters that are hotter than they should be, and much more!

Mykah had been the Empire’s greatest general before it had rotted to corruption. Now he builds his own empire in order to crush the greatest nation in the world. At his side is the stunning woman who leads the horned barbarians from the north, known as the oni. The Empire’s armies are limitless. They have dragons, vampires, scores of mages, space-bending foxes, and more patriotic knights than one can imagine. Their industrial network can outfit an army in days. Sometimes, winning requires a lot more than just a good army and tactics.

After both his parents and grandfather were killed by bandits, Jack sets out on the path to revenge. To achieve his revenge he'll need power, power that only the Adventurers Guild can offer. To join the guild he'll need to pass a test, he'll have to complete the Beginners Trial Dungeon in order to advance and receive his starting class. The beginners dungeon is home to many perils, and there's a saying that only one in one hundred people who enter the dungeon survive its trials.

Chad Stone's life took a dramatic turn when he was laid off from his job and forced to move back in with his parents. But little did he know, his struggles were just the beginning of a culinary adventure unlike any other. After finding solace in a popular MMORPG, Chad suddenly finds himself transported to a strange new world where players of the game are mysteriously vanishing. With the guidance of a purple kangaroo named Fozzy, Chad learns that he has been ranked a powerful S-class barbarian in this new world.

In the heart of the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria, famine grips the land, forcing desperate animals to make a harrowing choice—kill their own mothers for sustenance. However, a wise and clever dog named Odibo devises a plan to save his mother and bring hope to the animals. In "The Dog Who Took His Mother to Heaven," witness Odibo's unwavering love and determination as he embarks on a perilous journey to connect the mortal world with the realm of the gods, defying fate and forging a bond that transcends life and death.

My life wasn't that exciting; a degree in engineering, a small flat in London, and an ex-girlfriend who still texted me when she was drunk. Every day was a bore. Everything changed when I found myself in Lanercost, a small medieval village, with no idea of how I arrived. The locals seemed friendly, and a chance encounter introduced me to several breathtakingly beautiful women. I decided to make the best of it. Armed with only a solid education, my wit, and the five pennies in my pocket, I decided to build a life here. No, not just a life; a House that would last for generations.

Alles, was du noch nicht über die Welt der "besonderen Kinder" wusstest: "Miss Peregrines Museum der besonderen Kinder" ergänzt die abenteuerliche Fantasy-Reihe von Bestsellerautor Ransom Riggs und ist ein unverzichtbarer Wegweiser durch die magische Welt – zauberhaft ausgestattet mit neuen geheimnisvollen Fotografien und Illustrationen. Miss Peregrine höchstpersönlich verrät alles, was du über Jacob Portman, seine Freunde und die Ymbrynen wissen musst.

Erbe einer verbotenen Liebe Mein Vater. Ich weiß nichts über ihn. Wer war er? Was war er? Und wie soll ich über ihn etwas herausfinden, wenn meine Mutter ihre Beziehung selbst vor ihrer besten Freundin verheimlicht hat? Im neunten Buch erfahre ich von einer verbotenen Liebe: Nur wenn Mondlicht auf den See am alten Kloster fällt, kann Sinead ihre Schwanengestalt ablegen und menschlich werden. Sehnsüchtig wartet sie in den Nächten auf Lucas, um so viel Zeit wie möglich mit ihm zu verbringen.

Die Schule der magischen Wesen – der Fantasy Bestseller aus den USA. Das erste Jahr. Willkommen an der Schule für magische Wesen! Wo Feen durch die Gänge schwirren, mächtige Wandler sich in Löwen, Wölfe und andere Tiere verwandeln und Vampire gelangweilt im Schatten stehen. Jeder hier hat irgendeine coole, außergewöhnliche Fähigkeit. Jeder außer mir. Sogar mein älterer Bruder ist wie ausgewechselt. Zuhause war er immer ein Idiot, doch an der Schule verhält er sich plötzlich reif und wird von allen bewundert.

From paranormal plots to stories of the supernatural, tales of the unfamiliar have always fascinated us humans. To keep the tradition alive, fantasy aficionado Paula Guran has gathered the most delightfully disturbing work from some of today's finest writers of the fantastique! No two mysterious shadows are alike, and the same can be said for the books in this series. The Year's Best Dark Fantasy & Horror, Volume 4 contains more than twenty stories. Listener beware and indulge if you dare, because these chilling tales are sure to spook and surprise!

In a shadowy realm of Grim Reapers, a perfect reaper with no memory of his past life unexpectedly rediscovers his humanity through a woman named Lana. Their encounter leads to a rebellion against a memoryless existence, culminating in a bittersweet transformation for the Grim Reapers and a chance at redemption in the realm of death.

Return to the world of Queen of All Fae with four sweet and spicy stories! In spring, Ember tells Hadrian some exciting news that will change their lives forever. In summer, Seline and Vanth finally celebrate their mating with a well-earned vacation. In autumn, Aurelia tried to bring a mortal tradition to the realms at the equinox festival with Aspen and Evie. In winter, all of the characters come together to celebrate solstice and the newest addition to the family.