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Red Desert - Point of No Return
Anna left at dawn.
She entered the Martian desert, all alone.
Where is she going...
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She entered the Martian desert, all alone.
Where is she going...
Red Desert - Point of No Return Rita Carla Francesca Monticelli
Anna left at dawn.
She entered the Martian desert, all alone.
Where is she going?
What secret is she hiding?
In what looks like a suicide attempt, Swedish exobiologist Anna Persson secretly leaves Station Alpha at the crack of dawn to travel deep into the Martian desert in a pressurised rover.
As she journeys to the limit of her two day oxygen supply, she shows us memories of events from her past leading up to the mission. Little by little, as time and oxygen run out, she reveals the real Anna.
Whatever her goal, wherever it is, will Anna reach her destination?
Book 1 in the Red Desert series.
She entered the Martian desert, all alone.
Where is she going?
What secret is she hiding?
In what looks like a suicide attempt, Swedish exobiologist Anna Persson secretly leaves Station Alpha at the crack of dawn to travel deep into the Martian desert in a pressurised rover.
As she journeys to the limit of her two day oxygen supply, she shows us memories of events from her past leading up to the mission. Little by little, as time and oxygen run out, she reveals the real Anna.
Whatever her goal, wherever it is, will Anna reach her destination?
Book 1 in the Red Desert series.
Nothing like a thriller when the plan falls apart and the heroes have to wing it! Makes it all the harder for the reader to guess what is going to happen...
Fast and enjoyable.
beautiful cover :)
I felt like I was on Mars, the real Mars, and felt the desperation that isolated settlers will experience. Great read
Big screen material! This talented author brings the reader into a new world where adventure awaits at every turn. The descriptions are well though out, the characters pop off of the page. Don't miss this one!
Monticelli's original Italian has been translated to English for her Red Desert series, giving a charming flavor to the prose. Her characters are 3d, and her hard sci-fi setting is researched impeccably. Novella-length book one, "Point of no return," serves as an introduction, constructing the hooks that power future volumes and ramping up the tension and mystery.
Found Alien Passion
Embark on the unforgettable journey of "Found Alien Passion": a mesmerizing Sci-Fi romance where lov...
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Found Alien Passion Sharon Barrington
Embark on the unforgettable journey of "Found Alien Passion": a mesmerizing Sci-Fi romance where love, power, and life-altering choices collide. Follow Shelbi, the fearless warrior princess shaping her destiny. Enter Dr. Parnell Mahon's enticing realm, where a fierce passion consumes him. Together, they face danger and deception, risking everything for love. Feel the adrenaline as they race against time and adversaries, making choices that determine their fate. Discover additional delights, including chapters from "Desert Alien Passion" and "Electric Alien Passion." Celebrate the unparalleled talent of the acclaimed author, honored with Bronze and Silver Global eBook awards transport you to a realm where love, power, and allure intertwine. "Found Alien Passion": a cosmic battle for eternal devotion. Get ready for a captivating tale that ignites your imagination.
Lovely story
I'm undeniably intrigued.
This sounds like an exciting, steamy adventure set in one of my favorite settings, scifi!
Excelente!
I love a great sci-fi adventure read!
Dark Gods 1: Take the body
Seth, a young soldier is sold into slavery by a corrupt city watch. In order to escape he is forced...
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Dark Gods 1: Take the body Arthur King
Seth, a young soldier is sold into slavery by a corrupt city watch. In order to escape he is forced into a pact with an ancient wolf-like demon, an old god of his people’s past. Through its ‘gifts’ he gains the skills, memories and knowledge of those he kills, but at a high price.
Now the Dark Guild, the creature’s old masters seek to find him and kill him. They must regain his stolen memories and end this threat to their secrecy.
This book is free with a voluntary review request, you won't be added to the list even if you give details, instead the author asks that if you like the book you, consider, giving it a review on Amazon. https://amzn.to/2HcaARe
Now the Dark Guild, the creature’s old masters seek to find him and kill him. They must regain his stolen memories and end this threat to their secrecy.
This book is free with a voluntary review request, you won't be added to the list even if you give details, instead the author asks that if you like the book you, consider, giving it a review on Amazon. https://amzn.to/2HcaARe
The Beast Hunter: A Keltin Moore Adventure
A small-town hero. A numberless horde. No turning back.
Beast hunter and local hero Keltin Moore...
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Beast hunter and local hero Keltin Moore...
The Beast Hunter: A Keltin Moore Adventure Lindsay Schopfer
A small-town hero. A numberless horde. No turning back.
Beast hunter and local hero Keltin Moore joins a desperate campaign to save faraway Krendaria, a nation on the verge of revolution. A swarm of beasts threatens to destroy the country’s desperately needed crops, and an unprecedented team of hunters is assembled to cleanse the infested farmlands.
The Beast Hunter marks the beginning of the award-winning Adventures of Keltin Moore, a series of steampunk-flavored fantasy novels. If you love compelling characters, fantastic creatures, and intense action then you will love these stories!
Beast hunter and local hero Keltin Moore joins a desperate campaign to save faraway Krendaria, a nation on the verge of revolution. A swarm of beasts threatens to destroy the country’s desperately needed crops, and an unprecedented team of hunters is assembled to cleanse the infested farmlands.
The Beast Hunter marks the beginning of the award-winning Adventures of Keltin Moore, a series of steampunk-flavored fantasy novels. If you love compelling characters, fantastic creatures, and intense action then you will love these stories!
Scavenger Hunt (Preview)
A sexy, exciting interstellar romp.
The idle rich of galactic Society had little...
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The idle rich of galactic Society had little...
Scavenger Hunt (Preview) Stephen Goldin
A sexy, exciting interstellar romp.
The idle rich of galactic Society had little to do that was productive, so they loved to invent useless little games to keep themselves occupied--and the greatest was the Scavenger Hunt, held only once every 20 years. Visit different worlds, pick up hard-to-get items that can't simply be bought, and have a fine time. A clever way to pass empty hours.
Tyla deVrie and her twin brother, Bred, follow the family tradition of entering the Scavenger Hunt. Their parents died during the last Hunt 20 years ago, and they mean to regain the family honor. But as they hop from planet to planet aboard Bred's decadent space yacht with its all-woman crew, fate seems to be making the Scavenger Hunt far more than just a game. It will irrevocably change their lives--that
The idle rich of galactic Society had little to do that was productive, so they loved to invent useless little games to keep themselves occupied--and the greatest was the Scavenger Hunt, held only once every 20 years. Visit different worlds, pick up hard-to-get items that can't simply be bought, and have a fine time. A clever way to pass empty hours.
Tyla deVrie and her twin brother, Bred, follow the family tradition of entering the Scavenger Hunt. Their parents died during the last Hunt 20 years ago, and they mean to regain the family honor. But as they hop from planet to planet aboard Bred's decadent space yacht with its all-woman crew, fate seems to be making the Scavenger Hunt far more than just a game. It will irrevocably change their lives--that
Great title!
I'm honored to be able to include Nebula Finalist Stephen Goldin's Scavenger Hunt in my "select few" Group Giveaway. This vintage classic channels Barbarella while dishing out such delightfully diva-esque dialogue as "I'd turn positively green with envy, except then I'd clash with my own gown, so of course I won't" and "I've had three husbands since then... No, don't ask me what their names were, darling, I'm not an almanac..."
The Isle of Thamber
In the massive City-Tree Arbalith, nothing matters more than wealth and prestige. Thurso Diamante is...
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The Isle of Thamber Timothy S Currey
In the massive City-Tree Arbalith, nothing matters more than wealth and prestige. Thurso Diamante is mounting an expedition in the hopes of making his fortune.
He goes below to seek his fortune. All he finds is death and madness.
After living a pampered life of comfort, he will have to reach deep within himself to find a way to survive the horrors of the tunnels.
He will return a changed man … if he returns at all.
He goes below to seek his fortune. All he finds is death and madness.
After living a pampered life of comfort, he will have to reach deep within himself to find a way to survive the horrors of the tunnels.
He will return a changed man … if he returns at all.
Shrouded
Dolfan believed in the Heart... until it gave her to another man.
When Vashia arrives on Shroud a...
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When Vashia arrives on Shroud a...
Shrouded Frances Pauli
Dolfan believed in the Heart... until it gave her to another man.
When Vashia arrives on Shroud as an indentured bride, Dolfan recognizes immediately that they are meant to be together. Broken, lost, and on the run, she trusts no one, but Dolfan has enough faith for the both of them... Until his people's sacred ritual gives Vashia to someone else. Until Dolfan's faith, and his heart are tested.
Vashia's arrival ignites a storm on Shroud, and the full-scale invasion that chases after her threatens to destroy Dolfan's home, his culture, and his planet. If he can't challenge his own beliefs enough to admit the ritual was wrong, the only woman he wants will likely be the end of everything he's ever known.
When Vashia arrives on Shroud as an indentured bride, Dolfan recognizes immediately that they are meant to be together. Broken, lost, and on the run, she trusts no one, but Dolfan has enough faith for the both of them... Until his people's sacred ritual gives Vashia to someone else. Until Dolfan's faith, and his heart are tested.
Vashia's arrival ignites a storm on Shroud, and the full-scale invasion that chases after her threatens to destroy Dolfan's home, his culture, and his planet. If he can't challenge his own beliefs enough to admit the ritual was wrong, the only woman he wants will likely be the end of everything he's ever known.
The Ghost's Revenge
Love magic, dark secrets and epic adventures?
The Ghost’s Revenge is the first book in the Red D...
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The Ghost’s Revenge is the first book in the Red D...
The Ghost's Revenge Ian McFarlane
Love magic, dark secrets and epic adventures?
The Ghost’s Revenge is the first book in the Red Dragon fantasy series steeped in the legend of Merlin and King Arthur, a modern day adventure that follows three teenagers – shapeshifter Toby, half-elven Arty, and witch Fay – as they discover their true magical powers, the value of friendship and the cost of treachery as they battle against an invading mer-army, a vengeful ghost and a family secret that rocks Toby’s world.
The Ghost’s Revenge is the first book in the Red Dragon fantasy series steeped in the legend of Merlin and King Arthur, a modern day adventure that follows three teenagers – shapeshifter Toby, half-elven Arty, and witch Fay – as they discover their true magical powers, the value of friendship and the cost of treachery as they battle against an invading mer-army, a vengeful ghost and a family secret that rocks Toby’s world.
The Harvest (The Ark Project, Prequel)
They don’t just want her body. They want her mind.
Willow has just graduated as the youngest PH.D...
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Willow has just graduated as the youngest PH.D...
The Harvest (The Ark Project, Prequel) J.W. Elliot
They don’t just want her body. They want her mind.
Willow has just graduated as the youngest PH.D. in decades in the new field of Cognitive Redesign. She is desperate to find a cure for the disease that is slowly deteriorating her mother’s mind, tearing her mother from her. What she thought was a chance to work at a prestigious biotech company turns into a nightmare where she is the prize in a struggle between the brother she loves and the biotech’s plans. They don’t just want her body. They want her mind.
Willow has just graduated as the youngest PH.D. in decades in the new field of Cognitive Redesign. She is desperate to find a cure for the disease that is slowly deteriorating her mother’s mind, tearing her mother from her. What she thought was a chance to work at a prestigious biotech company turns into a nightmare where she is the prize in a struggle between the brother she loves and the biotech’s plans. They don’t just want her body. They want her mind.
Interesting book!
Fasten your seat belt! J.W. Elliot's Recalibration may only be novellette-length, but you might not survive the excitement were it longer. It's a fantastically well-written race through a landscape that does the Action-Adventure genre proud.
OMG, this sounds interesting.
(Sample) A Bridge To The Quiet Planet: A Tale...
Goddesses can send you email, demons skulk on a distant prison-world, and the most popular soap oper...
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(Sample) A Bridge To The Quiet Planet: A Tale Of Dead Gods And Living Stories Steven Savage
Goddesses can send you email, demons skulk on a distant prison-world, and the most popular soap opera is about sorcerers with great hair. Welcome to the planets that orbit the star Avenoth, where the most valuable lesson is . . .
Learn History or Become History
Sorceress Marigold and technic Scintilla made a living recovering strange artifacts and forgotten history on the world of Telvaren. On a planet of ancient magic and strange science, scarred by old wars and blessed by internet-using gods, there was a lot of past to dig up. It wasn't the safest job, but it was the fastest way to earn their teaching certifications, until a bookseller with a collection of very rare books made things unsafer . . .
Enjoy this free sample of the first Chapter!
Learn History or Become History
Sorceress Marigold and technic Scintilla made a living recovering strange artifacts and forgotten history on the world of Telvaren. On a planet of ancient magic and strange science, scarred by old wars and blessed by internet-using gods, there was a lot of past to dig up. It wasn't the safest job, but it was the fastest way to earn their teaching certifications, until a bookseller with a collection of very rare books made things unsafer . . .
Enjoy this free sample of the first Chapter!
Zedger: Edge of Zion (Sample CH 1-4)
Sample Chapters 1-4: War's in their DNA. Marci aims to destroy the biotech military program that cre...
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Zedger: Edge of Zion (Sample CH 1-4) Elysia Lumen Strife
Sample Chapters 1-4: War's in their DNA. Marci aims to destroy the biotech military program that created and tortured soldiers like her. Her hideout discovered, she must go back in to break the cognitive control link and free the people of Zion.
They haven’t had a Crisper in months. When a man’s body is dumped in the basalt flow south of Marci’s mountain cabin, she knows something is off. Stealth vehicles patrol the area, preventing her from rescuing the newest victim of the Disconnect. Unless she wants to risk exposure.
They haven’t had a Crisper in months. When a man’s body is dumped in the basalt flow south of Marci’s mountain cabin, she knows something is off. Stealth vehicles patrol the area, preventing her from rescuing the newest victim of the Disconnect. Unless she wants to risk exposure.
Siege Weapons (The Galactic Captains Book 1)
Captain Ales is a lonely smuggler at the galaxy’s Outer Verge, and the last of his people. He’s been...
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Siege Weapons (The Galactic Captains Book 1) Harry F. Rey
Captain Ales is a lonely smuggler at the galaxy’s Outer Verge, and the last of his people. He’s been trying to move on from a life of drugs and meaningless sex, but finding love in this forgotten corner of the galaxy is difficult.
When he’s sent on a mysterious smuggling mission to a world under siege, he’s enticed by promises of the domination he craves. But soon Ales finds himself entwined in a galactic power struggle that could cost him everything.
When he’s sent on a mysterious smuggling mission to a world under siege, he’s enticed by promises of the domination he craves. But soon Ales finds himself entwined in a galactic power struggle that could cost him everything.
Code of Rainbow: Soaring Flame and the Dragon...
This is the first book of a teen fantasy book series that nurtures the bloom of MAGIC in the soil of...
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Code of Rainbow: Soaring Flame and the Dragon-transcending Magimal Weiqi Wang
This is the first book of a teen fantasy book series that nurtures the bloom of MAGIC in the soil of SCIENCE - something rarely attempted. The transition from magic to science will be bit by bit, so the early books do read like a "mainstream" magic fantasy.
Soarame has a pair of special eyes. He can see magic elements in this world, which are supposed to be invisible. This enviable gift of his could reveal the truth of the world, but it also puts him in danger.
Many animals in this world possess magic power, so they are called “magimals” - dragons as examples. Soarame fortunately got a baby magimal as his best friend, but they got into troubles together - troubles that were a lot bigger than dragons.
Could they survive?
Soarame has a pair of special eyes. He can see magic elements in this world, which are supposed to be invisible. This enviable gift of his could reveal the truth of the world, but it also puts him in danger.
Many animals in this world possess magic power, so they are called “magimals” - dragons as examples. Soarame fortunately got a baby magimal as his best friend, but they got into troubles together - troubles that were a lot bigger than dragons.
Could they survive?
beautiful cover :)
Looking forward to reading this!
I love the idea of a magimal! I want one too!
Sounds awesome!
This book sells itself with two simple words. MAGIC ANIMALS
Shadow Mage: (Witchling Wars: Luxra Echelon,...
Demon, incubus, poltergeist, devil. I’m stuck with labels forever.
My year of studying abroad in...
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My year of studying abroad in...
Shadow Mage: (Witchling Wars: Luxra Echelon, Book 1) (A PREVIEW) Shawn Knightley
Demon, incubus, poltergeist, devil. I’m stuck with labels forever.
My year of studying abroad in Scotland was meant to teach my family a lesson. I can be brave and live life on my own terms, dang it!
That was until a head-on car wreck sent me straight to the hospital. I survived the collision. My friends didn’t. That was when I learned the truth. I’m not a normal human. I’m a witchling.
Well, half-witchling. It's complicated.
My mom kept a secret from me my whole life. One that put me on a path toward destruction and death. Now I have no choice but to embrace my new magic, despite my attempts to run away from it.
My year of studying abroad in Scotland was meant to teach my family a lesson. I can be brave and live life on my own terms, dang it!
That was until a head-on car wreck sent me straight to the hospital. I survived the collision. My friends didn’t. That was when I learned the truth. I’m not a normal human. I’m a witchling.
Well, half-witchling. It's complicated.
My mom kept a secret from me my whole life. One that put me on a path toward destruction and death. Now I have no choice but to embrace my new magic, despite my attempts to run away from it.
Issaura's Claws: Book One of The Incarn Saga...
According to legend, when the world was young, the goddess Issaura appeared among men. Those who tre...
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Issaura's Claws: Book One of The Incarn Saga (A Sample) Katharine Wibell
According to legend, when the world was young, the goddess Issaura appeared among men. Those who treated her with kindness received the gift of the gods—the ability to transform into an animal form. This was a great honor but one that separated this race from other humans. Before Issaura departed the mortal realm, she promised to return if her people were ever at the point of destruction.
Now a threat is rising from a land across the mists of the ocean, a threat that will push this race to the brink of extinction. Responding to the call to war, seventeen-year-old Lluava heads off to find her destiny, one that will carve her name in history.
Now a threat is rising from a land across the mists of the ocean, a threat that will push this race to the brink of extinction. Responding to the call to war, seventeen-year-old Lluava heads off to find her destiny, one that will carve her name in history.
Silicon Love
As the biological clock ticks for Bella Norm, Eddie Norm has an obsession – for a child with the gif...
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Silicon Love Trevor Morris
As the biological clock ticks for Bella Norm, Eddie Norm has an obsession – for a child with the gifts that eluded him. GeneTech seems to have the perfect solution: avoid the lottery of sex for the certainty of science.
But behind the sheen of corporate excellence lies a horrific truth. And, when ROBIN, the rebellious robot, saves their baby from a fate worse than death, Eddie and Bella’s dream turns into a nightmare.
But behind the sheen of corporate excellence lies a horrific truth. And, when ROBIN, the rebellious robot, saves their baby from a fate worse than death, Eddie and Bella’s dream turns into a nightmare.
Quiet Post (Preview)
The Quasiverse: A land that’s a combination of Oz, Wonderland, Discworld, and general surreality, wh...
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Quiet Post (Preview) Stephen Goldin
The Quasiverse: A land that’s a combination of Oz, Wonderland, Discworld, and general surreality, where anything can happen and often does; a land of snow globe mines and french fries plantations; a land where bossy birds can have teeth and locks can be very particular about how you stick a key in them; a land where you never know what color the sky will be when you wake up in the morning and where murder victims can be only randomly dead.
Martia Rosenthal is escaping a bad love affair, and enlists for a diplomatic assignment in the Quasiverse. With the combination of her wealth and the position of sub-legate, she’s assured it will be a quiet post. But this bizarre world and the unusual nature of her friends, as well as her enemies, threatens to end her sanity--if not her life.
Martia Rosenthal is escaping a bad love affair, and enlists for a diplomatic assignment in the Quasiverse. With the combination of her wealth and the position of sub-legate, she’s assured it will be a quiet post. But this bizarre world and the unusual nature of her friends, as well as her enemies, threatens to end her sanity--if not her life.
Great title!
I'm honored to be able to include Nebula Finalist Stephen Goldin's Scavenger Hunt in my "select few" Group Giveaway. This vintage classic channels Barbarella while dishing out such delightfully diva-esque dialogue as "I'd turn positively green with envy, except then I'd clash with my own gown, so of course I won't" and "I've had three husbands since then... No, don't ask me what their names were, darling, I'm not an almanac..."
Unexpected Tales
Four short stories from Kaiatan, the world of Unexpected Heroes.
In an underwater village in Noka...
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In an underwater village in Noka...
Unexpected Tales Marty C. Lee
Four short stories from Kaiatan, the world of Unexpected Heroes.
In an underwater village in Nokailana, can the friendship of the new boy and a pretty girl last, or will his arrogant dad ruin everything?
In the desert of Iskra, a young man must stay in alone for a month to be considered an adult, if the desert doesn't kill him first.
In Darrendra, land of the shape-shifters, a young woman aims to be a five-year champion in a cross-country horse race.
In an underwater village in Nokailana, can the friendship of the new boy and a pretty girl last, or will his arrogant dad ruin everything?
In the desert of Iskra, a young man must stay in alone for a month to be considered an adult, if the desert doesn't kill him first.
In Darrendra, land of the shape-shifters, a young woman aims to be a five-year champion in a cross-country horse race.
Wind of Choice is an action-packed adventure told from the viewpoint of four uniquely voiced heroes. I loved the banter and humor that lightened the mood when the trials became intense. The main characters were relatable and three dimensional, and they went through real growth. I enjoyed how different each one was from the others. The author created vivid lands and painted them with rich details in culture, history, geography--all expertly woven in with the action and dialog so as not to slow the story. The ending surprised me, in a good way. I’d recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a rousing adventure in a vivid world, with heroes you can cheer for and relate to.
Independence
In the aftermath of a battle a ship drifts helplessly in space. Is the strange new warship they were...
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Independence Alasdair Shaw
In the aftermath of a battle a ship drifts helplessly in space. Is the strange new warship they were fighting still out there? Will it come back for them? Commander Johnson faces a desperate race to get her destroyer back into action and save her crew.
"If you liked Alien, you'll love Independence."
"This is an incredible work ... suspense, mystery and intrigue."
"Loved every word of it."
"There's more action and intrigue packed into this story than there is in many full length novels."
"Shaw's world is engaging and clearly has depth, even from this brief encounter."
This bonus edition, exclusive to instaFreebie, contains the P-file of one of the main characters and a few other little goodies.
"If you liked Alien, you'll love Independence."
"This is an incredible work ... suspense, mystery and intrigue."
"Loved every word of it."
"There's more action and intrigue packed into this story than there is in many full length novels."
"Shaw's world is engaging and clearly has depth, even from this brief encounter."
This bonus edition, exclusive to instaFreebie, contains the P-file of one of the main characters and a few other little goodies.
Love stories about emerging AI!
For Alasdair Shaw's Independence, fasten your seatbelts...assuming they're still there and you can still scarf up enough of the remaining oxygen to power your muscles.
This is one great space series. I read all four of the books in a matter of one weekend. Hope more is to come...
I love a good space battle and this author did not disappoint. And so many twists and turns you almost need a road map to finish this engrossing read.
Cover is fabulous! Can’t wait to read this one!
Remeon - The Search Begins
A boy seeking adventure… A world that's dying… A war that may have no winners…
Th...
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Remeon - The Search Begins J.W. Garrett
A boy seeking adventure… A world that's dying… A war that may have no winners…
Thomas longs to escape the drudgery of farm life, dreaming of adventure and running away from his demanding parents.
Planet Remeon is on the brink of destruction, fighting a crippling disease that threatens to wipe out their civilization.
Thrust into their world, Thomas is caught in the middle of telepathic mind games between the Day Watchers and the Night Dwellers.
Alliances will be broken. Thoughts will be controlled. Will anyone survive?
Thomas longs to escape the drudgery of farm life, dreaming of adventure and running away from his demanding parents.
Planet Remeon is on the brink of destruction, fighting a crippling disease that threatens to wipe out their civilization.
Thrust into their world, Thomas is caught in the middle of telepathic mind games between the Day Watchers and the Night Dwellers.
Alliances will be broken. Thoughts will be controlled. Will anyone survive?
Flight Of The Vajra
At first they were only three. A brilliant starship designer, haunted by the death of his loved ones...
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Flight Of The Vajra Serdar Yegulalp
At first they were only three. A brilliant starship designer, haunted by the death of his loved ones. A spiritual leader whose faith could transform mankind ... or destroy it. A precocious acrobat girl, looking for a new family of her own.
Then came others. An entertainer and playboy whose dissolute lifestyle conceals unexpected ambitions, courtesy of a lover who represents the galaxy's most powerful worlds. And a pair of detectives — one barely human, the other not at all – with orders to enlist all their help solving a crime that threatens civilization.
Seven against a universe where the boundaries between matter and mind have been torn down, where one can wield the power of billions ... and where humanity must choose between rebirth or annihilation.
Then came others. An entertainer and playboy whose dissolute lifestyle conceals unexpected ambitions, courtesy of a lover who represents the galaxy's most powerful worlds. And a pair of detectives — one barely human, the other not at all – with orders to enlist all their help solving a crime that threatens civilization.
Seven against a universe where the boundaries between matter and mind have been torn down, where one can wield the power of billions ... and where humanity must choose between rebirth or annihilation.
Amazing world building, sharp characters and plot development combine into this epic tale. What I enjoy most about the story is that the author never insults the reader's intelligence. Great read by a talented author!
I'm drawn in. Great description!
Leap A Night Portals Short Story
In Charlotte's world, there are no happy days only dreary moments. A world that used to be wonderful...
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Leap A Night Portals Short Story Ernie Howard
In Charlotte's world, there are no happy days only dreary moments. A world that used to be wonderful... That is what the old ones say.
Sometimes death is the only way out.
Her tribe is one of love. Their lives are ones of misery. They exist by constantly foraging for food. Once a week one of the tribe gets the sweet release. They get to take the leap into another world.
Sometimes dying is the only way to happiness. Would you take the leap?
Night Portals is a metaphysical anthology series that explores the hidden secrets of life around us.
Eight "What If" short stories from the mind of Ernie Howard. Leap is the eighth story in the series.
Sometimes death is the only way out.
Her tribe is one of love. Their lives are ones of misery. They exist by constantly foraging for food. Once a week one of the tribe gets the sweet release. They get to take the leap into another world.
Sometimes dying is the only way to happiness. Would you take the leap?
Night Portals is a metaphysical anthology series that explores the hidden secrets of life around us.
Eight "What If" short stories from the mind of Ernie Howard. Leap is the eighth story in the series.
Curse Breaker: Enchanted [The More Epic Versi...
Featuring more magical mayhem, ghostly visitations, monsters behaving badly and Sarn, an untrained m...
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Curse Breaker: Enchanted [The More Epic Version] Melinda Kucsera
Featuring more magical mayhem, ghostly visitations, monsters behaving badly and Sarn, an untrained mage who’s just trying to solve a murder no one wants solved, it's the book you've been waiting for. Dive in now!
The Magical Amulet: A Short Story
A forbidden cave, an endless battle and three curious dwarves.
When three young dwarves begin to...
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When three young dwarves begin to...
The Magical Amulet: A Short Story Grace and Thomas Lockhaven
A forbidden cave, an endless battle and three curious dwarves.
When three young dwarves begin to question their mother as to why they had to stay away from their kingdom within the cave, they were horrified to learn of a battle raging between the dwarves and the Undead. The trio decides that they can't just sit back while others may be trapped inside. They sneak out of their home, and into the night, to the forbidden cave.
When three young dwarves begin to question their mother as to why they had to stay away from their kingdom within the cave, they were horrified to learn of a battle raging between the dwarves and the Undead. The trio decides that they can't just sit back while others may be trapped inside. They sneak out of their home, and into the night, to the forbidden cave.
The Last Run
Sera is the last runner from Earth, bringing badly needed supplies to the Tharassas Colony across a...
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The Last Run J. Scott Coatsworth
Sera is the last runner from Earth, bringing badly needed supplies to the Tharassas Colony across a twenty-five year gulf between the planets. Jas works on a hencha farm to make ends meet, harvesting berries from the semi-sentient plants.
Neither one that knows their lives—and worlds—are about to change forever.
Neither one that knows their lives—and worlds—are about to change forever.
J. Scott Coatsworth's "The Last Run" includes sensuous, compellingly exotic, fantasy worldbuilding with a deft enough feel for suspense to leave the reader knowing things the characters do not.
I'm always a sucker for a space odyssey story! And a great cover to boot!
J. Scott Coatsworth writes amazing space fiction, surprising you with his ideas, drawing you into the imaginative world and making you feel desperately for the characters. World building is believable, the dialogue flows and the story is compelling. I can't say more without giving too much away. Highly recommended.
J. Scott Coatsworth is a master world builder. He tells unique stories with diverse characters and a splash of magic.
Love this blurb!
The Deal PREVIEW
(In film production) What if we're not alone? What if rule-breaking Angels secretly fight our corner...
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The Deal PREVIEW SCCunningham Books
(In film production) What if we're not alone? What if rule-breaking Angels secretly fight our corner?
Amy Fox hates rules. A new Angel, but for how long? Abusing her powers, avenging personal scores, protecting the underdog, dishing out tough karma on evil criminals and competing Warlords will have her thrown below ground.
At the age of four, Am was taken…She survived.
A week later, another little girl was taken…She didn't.
Angry that a bad man has gotten away with murder, feisty young Amy Fox makes a deal with the heavens. When she dies, if she's been a good girl, would they let her sit on a cloud for a while, invisible, to get bad people who slip through their fingers?
Her deal long forgotten, career girl Amy mysteriously dies.. and then it starts.
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Amy Fox hates rules. A new Angel, but for how long? Abusing her powers, avenging personal scores, protecting the underdog, dishing out tough karma on evil criminals and competing Warlords will have her thrown below ground.
At the age of four, Am was taken…She survived.
A week later, another little girl was taken…She didn't.
Angry that a bad man has gotten away with murder, feisty young Amy Fox makes a deal with the heavens. When she dies, if she's been a good girl, would they let her sit on a cloud for a while, invisible, to get bad people who slip through their fingers?
Her deal long forgotten, career girl Amy mysteriously dies.. and then it starts.
PREVIEW
I love thrillers that have a bit of romance in them. Add a little paranormal to the mix, and it's got the makings of a good book. Now reading the description, it sounds awesome!
Great cover! Can't wait to read it!
this looks interesting
S Cunningham Books is a great Author, I will never miss another book from her. :)
Just downloaded "The Deal" by S Cunningham. Thanks! looks awesome and I can't wait to curl up with your angel world.
Shadow Ruin
Brief: Eron, a clansman who would love nothing more than the city-dwellars to pack up with their imp...
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Shadow Ruin Dreadnought (Michael Jones)
Brief: Eron, a clansman who would love nothing more than the city-dwellars to pack up with their imperial politics and leave Korboro is out hunting when a mysterious shadow appears and follows him, matching his movements, heralding something new in the universe outside of the Empire, a secret that the empire would prefer to stay quiet.
First Line: 'Eron’s hunt was going reasonably well until a demon shadow started following him.'
Author's Note: This is my first time posting to prolific and would love to hear any comments even if its as small as 'it was fine' or 'didn't like it'. Thanks!
First Line: 'Eron’s hunt was going reasonably well until a demon shadow started following him.'
Author's Note: This is my first time posting to prolific and would love to hear any comments even if its as small as 'it was fine' or 'didn't like it'. Thanks!
A Great Read. Highly recommended.
The Weave of Fate
Abandoned by some, forgotten by all...
Chapter I: The Weave of Fate
Tucked away in a forgotten p...
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Chapter I: The Weave of Fate
Tucked away in a forgotten p...
The Weave of Fate S.L. Matthews
Abandoned by some, forgotten by all...
Chapter I: The Weave of Fate
Tucked away in a forgotten part of the world and forsaken by their leaders; those left to stagnate within the crumbling walls of Wyvern’s Rest bear witness to the encroaching shadow. As the glory of the city gives way to chaos and decay, life creeps on for those left behind. A young servant, bound to the routine of the only life she’s ever known, Ava labors to find any semblance of solace.
As darkness descends, it offers young Ava a terrifying truth: that this world is far bigger than just what lies beyond the walls - and infinitely darker.
Beware the crimson carriage. Trust no one. Find the truth.
For something sinister approaches, and more than just fate is at hand.
Chapter I: The Weave of Fate
Tucked away in a forgotten part of the world and forsaken by their leaders; those left to stagnate within the crumbling walls of Wyvern’s Rest bear witness to the encroaching shadow. As the glory of the city gives way to chaos and decay, life creeps on for those left behind. A young servant, bound to the routine of the only life she’s ever known, Ava labors to find any semblance of solace.
As darkness descends, it offers young Ava a terrifying truth: that this world is far bigger than just what lies beyond the walls - and infinitely darker.
Beware the crimson carriage. Trust no one. Find the truth.
For something sinister approaches, and more than just fate is at hand.
The Twelve Tasks: Book One of The Djed Chroni...
The precarious balance between two opposing forces has begun to shift and threatens the very existen...
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The Twelve Tasks: Book One of The Djed Chronicles (A Sample) Katharine Wibell
The precarious balance between two opposing forces has begun to shift and threatens the very existence of life throughout the universe. Only the Djed—the prophesied savior—has a chance of thwarting a catastrophe that could destroy the cosmos. And the next Djed is predicted to be a child of Earth.
Katie awakens on a world far from her own, a world bound in magic, one of twelve that hosts entities of vast power and might. She is suspected to be that savior. However, to be acclaimed Djed, difficult and dangerous tasks, one on each of the magicked worlds, must be completed. If proven true, a terrible burden will be placed upon her, one that will link her destiny with war, a war led by a thirteen-year-old girl.
Katie awakens on a world far from her own, a world bound in magic, one of twelve that hosts entities of vast power and might. She is suspected to be that savior. However, to be acclaimed Djed, difficult and dangerous tasks, one on each of the magicked worlds, must be completed. If proven true, a terrible burden will be placed upon her, one that will link her destiny with war, a war led by a thirteen-year-old girl.
Amelia & Athers
Amelia & Athers had worked together well countless times. This mission was just like any other....
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Amelia & Athers Timothy S Currey
Amelia & Athers had worked together well countless times. This mission was just like any other.
But what happens when a trained killer like Amelia comes face to face with an innocent child whose father she must kill?
Well, she must look deep down and muster the will to do what is right ...
... begrudgingly.
But what happens when a trained killer like Amelia comes face to face with an innocent child whose father she must kill?
Well, she must look deep down and muster the will to do what is right ...
... begrudgingly.
D.A.R.I.A. Book Five
D.A.R.I.A. is a super human Artificial Intelligence Artilect entity that learns, recognizes, monitor...
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D.A.R.I.A. Book Five Martin E. Silenus
D.A.R.I.A. is a super human Artificial Intelligence Artilect entity that learns, recognizes, monitors, controls, evaluates, and recommends at levels that humans can only envy.
Matt, Frosty, Daria with the Artilect intelligence of Muther and the sisters are faced with Emergency repairs of an ailing Trade Station. At the same time Matt is offered a very lucrative assignment on a small REE (Rare Earth Element) rich planet to broker a mining agreement. What seems like a straight forward assignment goes sideways with deceit and turns into an ongoing train wreck. Pirates bring the risk of death and the mining company is not as it might seem on the surface.
D.A.R.I.A. Book Five is the fifth book in this exciting series of Matt Southam and Daria the sentient AI computer system.
Matt, Frosty, Daria with the Artilect intelligence of Muther and the sisters are faced with Emergency repairs of an ailing Trade Station. At the same time Matt is offered a very lucrative assignment on a small REE (Rare Earth Element) rich planet to broker a mining agreement. What seems like a straight forward assignment goes sideways with deceit and turns into an ongoing train wreck. Pirates bring the risk of death and the mining company is not as it might seem on the surface.
D.A.R.I.A. Book Five is the fifth book in this exciting series of Matt Southam and Daria the sentient AI computer system.
Vietnam was Hell, and this story brings readers into the heart of the jungle to experience what our brave men in uniform endured during that horrific eight - year - old conflict.
Martin E. Silenus shares his humorous essays about what the way life should be for a hard working male. Not too long, not too short, and definitely entertaining. Reading this is like having a beer and venting with your buddies. Ah, good times!
This sounds like the kind of story that belongs on the big screen because upheavals like these are visually amazing. That's why I want to read it. I want to see if it's a brain workout for the imagination to add those visuals.
This series looks so cool! It may be the next series I didn't realize I needed in my life. Looking forward to checking it out.
I love the cover and title. Cool.
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars
"I will be God!"
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars is book one of a four part series tha...
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The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars is book one of a four part series tha...
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars Donovan Neal
"I will be God!"
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars is book one of a four part series that explores the fascinating story of the Fall of Lucifer.
Lucifer was God's perfect creation. Yet rose up to betray the Lord and bring Heaven itself to civil war.
Many tales have referenced this great angelic war but few have sought to explore the behind the scene relationships between God and the angelic hosts. Why did a third of Heaven seek to overthrow their creator?
Journey back to the beginning, and see the drama unfold before your eyes: as allegiances are broken; choices made, and why all of creation awaits the manifestation of the sons of God!
The Third Heaven is Christian Speculative Fiction. While based on the Bible the book nor its author claims no preeminence over the sacred text.
The Third Heaven: The Rise of Fallen Stars is book one of a four part series that explores the fascinating story of the Fall of Lucifer.
Lucifer was God's perfect creation. Yet rose up to betray the Lord and bring Heaven itself to civil war.
Many tales have referenced this great angelic war but few have sought to explore the behind the scene relationships between God and the angelic hosts. Why did a third of Heaven seek to overthrow their creator?
Journey back to the beginning, and see the drama unfold before your eyes: as allegiances are broken; choices made, and why all of creation awaits the manifestation of the sons of God!
The Third Heaven is Christian Speculative Fiction. While based on the Bible the book nor its author claims no preeminence over the sacred text.
I love the fresh approach to a Christian narrative... questioning, exploring, discovering. This is ultimately how truth will speak to us, when we ask "why", and "what if". This book sounds so intriguing!
The Jealousy of Jalice
The land and its people are corrupted. The Sachem, chief of the Unified Tribes, is to blame.
It i...
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The Jealousy of Jalice Nolan Krypt
The land and its people are corrupted. The Sachem, chief of the Unified Tribes, is to blame.
It is this conviction that drives Annilasia and Delilee to risk their lives. Afraid of the aether magic he wields, they enact a subtler scheme: kidnap his wife. In her place, Delilee will pretend to be the chieftess and spy on the Sachem.
Unaware of this plot against her husband, Jalice is whisked away by Annilasia. Pleading with her captor proves futile, and she rejects Annilasia's delusional accusations against the chief. After all, the Sachem has brought peace to the land.
Yet a dangerous truth hides in Jalice's past. As she and Annilasia flee through a forest of insidious threats, they must confront the evil plaguing the tribes and the events that unleashed it.
It is this conviction that drives Annilasia and Delilee to risk their lives. Afraid of the aether magic he wields, they enact a subtler scheme: kidnap his wife. In her place, Delilee will pretend to be the chieftess and spy on the Sachem.
Unaware of this plot against her husband, Jalice is whisked away by Annilasia. Pleading with her captor proves futile, and she rejects Annilasia's delusional accusations against the chief. After all, the Sachem has brought peace to the land.
Yet a dangerous truth hides in Jalice's past. As she and Annilasia flee through a forest of insidious threats, they must confront the evil plaguing the tribes and the events that unleashed it.
Love the cover. Great blurb.
Excellent cover and an intriguing setting
The House on Infinity Loop
A cat who is not a cat. A key that doesn't fit anything and an impossible door that leads Jenny to a...
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The House on Infinity Loop Bonnie K.T. Dillabough
A cat who is not a cat. A key that doesn't fit anything and an impossible door that leads Jenny to adventures beyond the known universe. Join Jenny as she steps from the workaday world into the amazing realms of the multiverse, only to find the fate of everything she holds dear in her hands.
REPLAY Undoing the Apocalypse
Alex is a graphic genius who can create a superhero but does he have the courage to become one? Appl...
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REPLAY Undoing the Apocalypse Trevor Morris
Alex is a graphic genius who can create a superhero but does he have the courage to become one? Apple is the warrior princess who will fight to the death, but can she learn to listen to her heart?
They live in different worlds but are thrust together on the same quest. A quest to undo the Apocalypse. If they fail, life on Earth as we know it will end.
When Moon, a mysterious stranger gives Alex extraordinary powers, then drags him into her post-Apocalyptic world, he doesn’t know whether he’s dreaming or drugged. But, by the time he falls back into his own world, only he knows about the terror attack that’s about to trigger a global nuclear war. And in spite of the clock ticking down, no-one he turns to believes a word he says…
They live in different worlds but are thrust together on the same quest. A quest to undo the Apocalypse. If they fail, life on Earth as we know it will end.
When Moon, a mysterious stranger gives Alex extraordinary powers, then drags him into her post-Apocalyptic world, he doesn’t know whether he’s dreaming or drugged. But, by the time he falls back into his own world, only he knows about the terror attack that’s about to trigger a global nuclear war. And in spite of the clock ticking down, no-one he turns to believes a word he says…
Once upon a Shoe: A Cinderella Retelling (Sam...
Magic shoes, family problems, and a midnight deadline… How much do you really know about Cinderella’...
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Once upon a Shoe: A Cinderella Retelling (Sample) A. R. Summers
Magic shoes, family problems, and a midnight deadline… How much do you really know about Cinderella’s fairytale?
Ella always knew she’d marry for love or not at all. She wanted nothing less in a marriage than the obvious affection she witnessed between her father and her stepmother, Iris. But when her father disappears and Iris sinks into depression, Ella cuts herself off from the rest of the world as she struggles with her own emotions, a disgruntled stepsister, and an overwhelming workload. Armed with a fragile hope, she must go to the royal ball to find her father. But a reunion with her childhood best friend threatens to shatter the walls she’s built around her heart.
Crown Prince Aeden always hated his status. He felt like social engagements and propriety were ...
Ella always knew she’d marry for love or not at all. She wanted nothing less in a marriage than the obvious affection she witnessed between her father and her stepmother, Iris. But when her father disappears and Iris sinks into depression, Ella cuts herself off from the rest of the world as she struggles with her own emotions, a disgruntled stepsister, and an overwhelming workload. Armed with a fragile hope, she must go to the royal ball to find her father. But a reunion with her childhood best friend threatens to shatter the walls she’s built around her heart.
Crown Prince Aeden always hated his status. He felt like social engagements and propriety were ...
Karma PREVIEW
(In film production)
What if we're not alone? What if rule-breaking Angels secretly fight our corn...
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What if we're not alone? What if rule-breaking Angels secretly fight our corn...
Karma PREVIEW SCCunningham Books
(In film production)
What if we're not alone? What if rule-breaking Angels secretly fight our corner? Kidnap, obsession, murder?
Amy Fox is an Angel, she hates rules. Abusing her powers, lusting after her partner, avenging personal scores, protecting the underdog and dishing out unauthorized karma on criminals and competing Warlords will have her thrown below ground. She should never have made The Deal.
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THE DEAL by S C Cunningham, book I of The Fallen Angel Series, currently in film production, KARMA next.
What if we're not alone? What if rule-breaking Angels secretly fight our corner? Kidnap, obsession, murder?
Amy Fox is an Angel, she hates rules. Abusing her powers, lusting after her partner, avenging personal scores, protecting the underdog and dishing out unauthorized karma on criminals and competing Warlords will have her thrown below ground. She should never have made The Deal.
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THE DEAL by S C Cunningham, book I of The Fallen Angel Series, currently in film production, KARMA next.
I love thrillers that have a bit of romance in them. Add a little paranormal to the mix, and it's got the makings of a good book. Now reading the description, it sounds awesome!
Great cover! Can't wait to read it!
this looks interesting
S Cunningham Books is a great Author, I will never miss another book from her. :)
Just downloaded "The Deal" by S Cunningham. Thanks! looks awesome and I can't wait to curl up with your angel world.
Presidential Risk
Dead presidents play a supernatural game of Risk, the board game of world domination, and their move...
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Presidential Risk Michael Bronte
Dead presidents play a supernatural game of Risk, the board game of world domination, and their moves are reflected in the real world. A president makes a move, an invasion takes place on Earth. Leaders are born and dictators rise to power as presidents past plot their moves. Who will win? The presidents are portrayed in parody form as the egotistical beings that they were, while you follow the exploits of real-life hero Pauli Campo as he navigates the presidents’ influence. In the real world, Pauli rises from meager beginnings to lead his country against a maniacal dictator to prevent the death of millions, and it is all the result of the game the presidents are playing.
Lords of Magic: The Journey Home
Jameela is on the quest for the truth about the death of her parents.
After Jameela's parents die...
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After Jameela's parents die...
Lords of Magic: The Journey Home S Zahedi
Jameela is on the quest for the truth about the death of her parents.
After Jameela's parents die in a mysterious fire, she's determined to find out if the fire was an accident or if it was murder. Her quest leads her deep into a world of spies, outlawed magic, government agencies, and resistance groups.
To get to the truth, not only must she learn magic but she must question everything she ever thought she knew.
After Jameela's parents die in a mysterious fire, she's determined to find out if the fire was an accident or if it was murder. Her quest leads her deep into a world of spies, outlawed magic, government agencies, and resistance groups.
To get to the truth, not only must she learn magic but she must question everything she ever thought she knew.
The Earth Tigers
The burrows of the Great Ones are stirring...
The burrows of the Great Ones are stirring. H...
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The burrows of the Great Ones are stirring. H...
The Earth Tigers Frances Pauli
The burrows of the Great Ones are stirring...
The burrows of the Great Ones are stirring. Horatch, a T'rant scout, is sent into the jungles to find a promising candidate among the scattered tribes of humans. He must risk his life to find one special child who is brave, talented, and able to survive the tests ahead.
When he meets Milyi, his hopes soar. But just returning her to the Temple proves difficult for the spider scout. An ancient enemy has also awoken, and if the Wisps have their way, the Great Ones will remain a part of history, the T'rants will fall, and the humans will live as servants to the Wisp cults taking root in secret all across their world.
The burrows of the Great Ones are stirring. Horatch, a T'rant scout, is sent into the jungles to find a promising candidate among the scattered tribes of humans. He must risk his life to find one special child who is brave, talented, and able to survive the tests ahead.
When he meets Milyi, his hopes soar. But just returning her to the Temple proves difficult for the spider scout. An ancient enemy has also awoken, and if the Wisps have their way, the Great Ones will remain a part of history, the T'rants will fall, and the humans will live as servants to the Wisp cults taking root in secret all across their world.
The Leprechaun Wars
"The Leprechaun Wars by author Wes Snowden is a mystical leap into the mind of a master storyteller....
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The Leprechaun Wars Wes Snowden
"The Leprechaun Wars by author Wes Snowden is a mystical leap into the mind of a master storyteller. Fluidly moving between the world of magic and the world of men, this is a classic Emerald Isle adventure tale of one young man’s journey through revenge and romance, with sinister enemies around every cruel corner, and more than enough temptations to stray from his path. Written in a timeless voice that is both formal and flexible, there is a good balance of youthful whimsy and fantasy action. The depth of world-building and the energetic pace of the story make The Leprechaun Wars a treat for any fantasy fan." Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★
Couldn't put this story and ended up reading it far into the night. The day to day running of care facilities is interesting with the fascinating characters weaved into the story. Not just a good thriller, but touching, too.
I am really enjoying this book. As I read, the scene plays in my mind which makes it hard to put down. The story has gripped me for sure.
Karen
In our darkest hour, one woman rose, like a raising woman, rising up, up she went, rising up, just l...
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Karen Simon Carr
In our darkest hour, one woman rose, like a raising woman, rising up, up she went, rising up, just look at that, the world has a new hero, and she wants to see the manager!
Amethyst
Rashell’s brother has vanished. When the local villagers express no concern, she enlists the help of...
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Amethyst Nolan Krypt
Rashell’s brother has vanished. When the local villagers express no concern, she enlists the help of a stranger from a faraway city to find Teth.
Investigator Derrik discovers the people worship a massive stone known as the Amethyst. Even more bizarre, an ancient relic of a mummy fuels their reverence.
Given limited time, Rashell and Derrik confront these mysterious elements at play, all the while striving to uncover what happened to Rashell’s brother.
Investigator Derrik discovers the people worship a massive stone known as the Amethyst. Even more bizarre, an ancient relic of a mummy fuels their reverence.
Given limited time, Rashell and Derrik confront these mysterious elements at play, all the while striving to uncover what happened to Rashell’s brother.
Love the cover. Great blurb.
Excellent cover and an intriguing setting
Shale City: A Punk Fairytale
Twinglader swordsman Ashe has sacrificed his freedom in exchange for his grandparents' lives. Now, t...
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Shale City: A Punk Fairytale Dani Julian
Twinglader swordsman Ashe has sacrificed his freedom in exchange for his grandparents' lives. Now, torn away from his forest faun tribe, he finds himself in the service of Drake, a cunning satyr chief known for his insufferable cruelty.
When Drake learns of a magical orb with the deadly power to manipulate anyone its owner chooses, he strikes out immediately to capture it. But when the raid brings an altogether different prize: fire-haired Iona, a nine-tailed fox maiden trained in the magic arts, Ashe discovers a new path to freedom...one fraught with sacrifice, heartache, and the chance to rise up against the oppression that binds him.
A wildly unique story featuring a cast of lavishly imagined, punk-flavored fairytale characters that readers won’t soon forget.
When Drake learns of a magical orb with the deadly power to manipulate anyone its owner chooses, he strikes out immediately to capture it. But when the raid brings an altogether different prize: fire-haired Iona, a nine-tailed fox maiden trained in the magic arts, Ashe discovers a new path to freedom...one fraught with sacrifice, heartache, and the chance to rise up against the oppression that binds him.
A wildly unique story featuring a cast of lavishly imagined, punk-flavored fairytale characters that readers won’t soon forget.
Our Dried Voices
In 2153, cancer was cured.
In 2189, AIDS.
And in 2235, the last members of the human race trav...
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In 2189, AIDS.
And in 2235, the last members of the human race trav...
Our Dried Voices Greg Hickey
In 2153, cancer was cured.
In 2189, AIDS.
And in 2235, the last members of the human race traveled to a new world to begin the next chapter of humanity.
Several hundred years after their arrival, the remainder of humanity lives in a utopian colony in which every want is satisfied automatically, and there is no need for human labor, struggle or thought. But when the machines that regulate the colony begin to malfunction, the colonists are faced with a test for the first time in their existence.
In 2189, AIDS.
And in 2235, the last members of the human race traveled to a new world to begin the next chapter of humanity.
Several hundred years after their arrival, the remainder of humanity lives in a utopian colony in which every want is satisfied automatically, and there is no need for human labor, struggle or thought. But when the machines that regulate the colony begin to malfunction, the colonists are faced with a test for the first time in their existence.
Wind of Choice (8 ch sample)
Desperate to escape his fate, winged Ahjin strikes a bargain with his god. But is his freedom worth...
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Wind of Choice (8 ch sample) Marty C. Lee
Desperate to escape his fate, winged Ahjin strikes a bargain with his god. But is his freedom worth the cost?
All sixteen-year-old Ahjin wants is to be a skydancer, but the god he doesn’t believe in has other plans. Assigned to be a priest, he runs away before his initiation.
But when his god asks for help, Ahjin sees an opportunity for blackmail. In exchange for his own freedom, he’ll rescue the god from the mysterious force that’s somehow powerful enough to kidnap the deity.
How hard could it be?
Then all the gods disappear. Suddenly, there’s more at stake than his own dreams. Without the gods’ care, the elements will destroy the world.
Aided by the gilled islander, fire mage, and shapeshifting healer he meets on the way, Ahjin races to save his shattering world.
All sixteen-year-old Ahjin wants is to be a skydancer, but the god he doesn’t believe in has other plans. Assigned to be a priest, he runs away before his initiation.
But when his god asks for help, Ahjin sees an opportunity for blackmail. In exchange for his own freedom, he’ll rescue the god from the mysterious force that’s somehow powerful enough to kidnap the deity.
How hard could it be?
Then all the gods disappear. Suddenly, there’s more at stake than his own dreams. Without the gods’ care, the elements will destroy the world.
Aided by the gilled islander, fire mage, and shapeshifting healer he meets on the way, Ahjin races to save his shattering world.
Wind of Choice is an action-packed adventure told from the viewpoint of four uniquely voiced heroes. I loved the banter and humor that lightened the mood when the trials became intense. The main characters were relatable and three dimensional, and they went through real growth. I enjoyed how different each one was from the others. The author created vivid lands and painted them with rich details in culture, history, geography--all expertly woven in with the action and dialog so as not to slow the story. The ending surprised me, in a good way. I’d recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a rousing adventure in a vivid world, with heroes you can cheer for and relate to.
The Ascendancy: Symphony of Embers
Behold Celestia, a planet lost across the vast expanses of space and time. Blooming with romance, f...
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The Ascendancy: Symphony of Embers Ryan Anthony
Behold Celestia, a planet lost across the vast expanses of space and time. Blooming with romance, furrowed with drama, corrupted by politics, and livened by action-seeking adventurers.
The wyrms of creation, Astrous, and Aetheria, reach out to man in their dreams, from places unknown, and reasons just the same. Present day, in the teeming southern heart of Lynkland lies the city-state of Xenia, home to a team of young enthusiastic warriors who face the challenges of unveiling hidden and forgotten truths, as well as self-ascension. After a series of bizarre events, the find their numbers expanding, and that they are not the only ones in pursuit of their compiling agenda.
The wyrms of creation, Astrous, and Aetheria, reach out to man in their dreams, from places unknown, and reasons just the same. Present day, in the teeming southern heart of Lynkland lies the city-state of Xenia, home to a team of young enthusiastic warriors who face the challenges of unveiling hidden and forgotten truths, as well as self-ascension. After a series of bizarre events, the find their numbers expanding, and that they are not the only ones in pursuit of their compiling agenda.
A Tale of Infidels
* Finalist for Foreword Indies Book of the Year Award *
A WORLD RIFE WITH RELIGIOUS PREJUDICE
Wh...
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A WORLD RIFE WITH RELIGIOUS PREJUDICE
Wh...
A Tale of Infidels Erik A. Otto
* Finalist for Foreword Indies Book of the Year Award *
A WORLD RIFE WITH RELIGIOUS PREJUDICE
Where cryptic prophesies of gravity-defying events and stories of mythical beasts are regular undercurrents to daily life.
POLITICAL TENSIONS ARE MOUNTING
The omens are clear, troops are mobilizing, and war has sprung.
AND NOW, INFIDELS ARE EMERGING
Sinners and traitors are being cast out. These are despicable liars. They are twisted, half-wit heathens. They are deceitful scum...
...and they're the only ones that could save millions of lives.
A WORLD RIFE WITH RELIGIOUS PREJUDICE
Where cryptic prophesies of gravity-defying events and stories of mythical beasts are regular undercurrents to daily life.
POLITICAL TENSIONS ARE MOUNTING
The omens are clear, troops are mobilizing, and war has sprung.
AND NOW, INFIDELS ARE EMERGING
Sinners and traitors are being cast out. These are despicable liars. They are twisted, half-wit heathens. They are deceitful scum...
...and they're the only ones that could save millions of lives.
Escape From Samsara
Barry's been patient, but after twenty-seven years of trimming hedges for people he hates, he's had...
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Escape From Samsara Nicky Blue
Barry's been patient, but after twenty-seven years of trimming hedges for people he hates, he's had enough. All he wants to do is to find his missing father and to discover his inner ninja. But life’s not done with throwing him curveballs.
A fatal mistake catapults Barry into the adventure of a lifetime. With talking hedges, samurai ghosts, meddling psychotherapists, and an inexplicably non-linear time pattern conspiring against him, Barry must do battle to save his hide, unleash the ninja within, and rescue his father from an ancient army, a dark sorcerer and a raging inferno.
A fatal mistake catapults Barry into the adventure of a lifetime. With talking hedges, samurai ghosts, meddling psychotherapists, and an inexplicably non-linear time pattern conspiring against him, Barry must do battle to save his hide, unleash the ninja within, and rescue his father from an ancient army, a dark sorcerer and a raging inferno.
Don't be fooled by the beautiful cover, this is a story about an over-the-hill hedge-trimmin' ninja with a heavy metal listening grandma. The characterizations are well-done and the book is an engaging, light read.
Overweight fish finger addicted ninja gardeners? Samurai ghosts? What's not to love! If you're a keen Robert Rankin fan, I'd recommend giving this book a read.