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Dark winds howl over the cornfields, but even three years after the pyres have burnt out, the cries of innocents still haunt the air. Tonight, the magic conjured by my blood will breathe life into a scarecrow carved of pumpkin and bone, binding a damned soul to return and avenge those burned by pious men, drunk on their own corruption.

In the heart of Vandar, as dark forces close in, Elyon, a gifted Bladeborn knight, fights for his family's survival in a world on the brink of war. In the beleaguered northlands of Tukor, a servant girl with a mysterious past is forced on the run by a treacherous lord, propelling her on a journey that will change her world forever. From the Shadowfort, an ancient power is unleashed, one that will set into motion a series of events that will bring the world to its knees.

Robert Coover has been playing by his own rules for more than half a century, earning the 1987 Rea Award for the Short Story as "a writer who has managed, willfully and even perversely, to remain his own man while offering his generous vision and versions of America." Coover finds inspiration in everything from painting, cinema, theater, and dance to slapstick, magic acts, puzzles, and riddles. His 1969 story, "The Babysitter," has alone inspired generations of innovative young writers. Here, in this selection of 30 of his best stories, you will find an invisible man tragically obsessed by an invisible woman.

I’ve always felt safer in the night. When a handsome stranger appears at my local pub on the eve of Yule, something in me recognizes him. Intense and guarded, Niklaus Night watches the room with stoic presence, but the banter flows easily, and his quiet smolder draws me in. The connection is wild and intoxicating, enough to have me considering taking a chance and being a little reckless, for once. Until a fight breaks out and he leaves me on the middle of the dancefloor without so much as a word of explanation.

Selected Shorts is an award-winning series of classic and contemporary short fiction read by acclaimed actors. The readings are recorded live at Peter Norton Symphony Space in New York City. The Selected Shorts radio series is a co-production of Symphony Space and WNYC, New York Public Radio, and is heard on public radio stations nationwide.

Lisa Gherardini longs for a life beyond the confines of an arranged marriage and the rigid expectations of Renaissance Florence’s nobility. Her escape comes in the form of an invitation from the renowned Master Leonardo da Vinci. Captivated by his charm, demeanor, and passion for expressive art and beauty, Lisa is drawn into his world.

In the midst of a Midwest town’s fall festivals, pumpkins, and autumn leaves, Elise needs to find the courage to uncover the truth about her colleague and best friend’s murderer before she loses her patients, her business, and one night, alone in a darkened cornfield, possibly… her life. E. S. Hearing Labs rep Tierneigh Brown’s anticipation is over the top with the release of a new digital chip that will significantly alleviate the frustrations faced by those with hearing difficulties, her own dad among them.

‘Nothing in the Void’ picks up right where ‘Shadows in the Dark’ left off. The second book in the ‘Apotheosis’ series continues the story of Cato, Maya, Raven, Rayne, and Marcus as they find themselves at the heart of a mystery that may change the fate of the world. Separated from one another, each of our heroes faces the daunting task of uncovering the role that destiny wants them to play in this epic clash against darkness. The time has come for them to jump in the river, and allow themselves to be carried by the current, driven by the wind, and guided by the stars.

Kai had defeated the beast wave and had been promoted to Count. But problems don't seem to end for him. Not only did he have to fend off the nobles interested in his mana cannons and gain control over his newfound territory, he also had been invited to Sylvastra, the lands of the elves who call him the Fatebreaker to meet the Elder Tree.

Throughout fiction, there have always been heroes who have fallen from grace. Champions of honor, decency, and order who have become villains through some traumatic event or a deep personal flaw. Blackest Knights is a collection of 19 tales by some of independent fantasy's best authors that follow a collection of those heroes who fell to temptation. From tales of bloody-handed hypocrites to space pirates, you'll find some truly fascinating works within.

Amy Grenshon is an ordinary teenager whom nobody would consider a hero. However, she is called forth to save the magical, forested world of Silius from a dire threat. When an unexpected chain of events unfolds and a mysterious figure with a wolf reveals her supposed destiny, something inside her seeks answers. Her younger brother Zack is highly skeptical, and her friend Jessica refuses to believe any of it is real. Silius is a dangerous world, and the three of them will navigate unfamiliar territories, fight for survival against strange creatures, and confront the darkness strangling the land.

The Psychology of Sports Fans explains the intricate psychological foundations of sports fandom, exploring why sports hold such emotional power across cultures and demographics. This book uncovers how sports provide meaning, identity, and community, making them an essential part of human life. The book examines the psychological mechanisms behind sports fandom, including the formation of beliefs, emotional connections, and the role of rituals. It explores how sports fandom satisfies core psychological, social, and cultural needs, drawing parallels between sports and religious devotion.

Transforming Education with Artificial Intelligence Connections and Humanity

When a nighttime soap opera comes to town to film an episode, no one's more excited than Nora Charles, who's landed the contract for catering the shoot. But if she thought the show's plotlines were full of drama and intrigue, that's nothing compared to what she witnesses among the cast and crew. With half of them sneaking off for secret liaisons one minute and at each other's throats the next, it's all a titillating behind-the-scenes look for Nora—until she stumbles across the body of the show's slain director.

Jacob Riverson, Regina Whitetremor, and Serah Brightwaters have assembled the greatest army the Northern Wasteland has ever achieved, but it still may not be enough. The tyrant, Empress Morwen, has gathered all of the forces of the Southern Continent to invade, along with an army of airships and enslaved divine spirits. It is a battle that will determine the fate of all three worlds.

Ever wondered what your average man thinks about certain topics? Then this is the show for you! Hosted by T.C. and Trill Arkeal, 2 average guys talking about things that other men and women want to know and/or talk about.

Ein Sommer. Zwei Freunde. Absolut unerwartete Gefühle. Zusammen mit seinem besten Freund Jake will Ethan einen letzten Sommer in Crystal Lake verbringen, bevor sie die Profiliga des amerikanischen Footballs erobern. Er freut sich auf Partys, Milchshakes und riskante Klippensprünge. Dass er plötzlich mit vollkommen verwirrenden Gefühlen seinem Freund gegenüber zu kämpfen hat, damit hätte er als letztes gerechnet. Ein überraschendes Geständnis, geheime Küsse und ganz viele Schmetterlinge im Bauch sorgen dafür, dass Jake und Ethan den Sommer ihres Lebens verbringen.

Coiled hair, coarse hair, kinky hair, often mislabelled “bad hair”, many sisters have grown up being told that the very hair that comes out of our head simply isn't good enough. As a result, many have openly confessed to a struggle to embrace the very look of their natural woolly hair throughout most of their lives, and knowingly or not, have denied themselves one of the most basic and fundamental of human freedoms.

Witty, mysterious, haunting, and addictive, Between Shadow and Flame is a gruesomely cozy cinematic masterpiece perfect for LGBT+ listeners and allies looking to lose themselves in gothic suspense, angsty drama, and royal intrigue.

As a nun, mystic, prophet, and finally a saint, Saint Faustina Kowalska lived an extraordinary life. From poor a humble Polish nun to a Christian role model, she has inspired millions. During her beatification in 1993, Pope John Paul II even declared that she was one of the greatest apostles of the 20th century.