Author : T. F. Pumphrey
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,8 MB
Release : 2012-05-30
Category : Fantasy fiction
ISBN : 9781468183641
"In the same vein as Lewis Carroll, debut novelist Pumphrey creates a fantastical world full of magic, mayhem and mystery." -- Cover.
Author : Jocelynn Drake
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 37,4 MB
Release : 2013-05-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0062117890
Dead Man's Deal by Jocelynn Drake continues the dark and dangerous adventures of a magical tattoo artist begun in Angel's Ink. In a gritty urban fantasy world where elves, faeries, trolls, werewolves, and vampires swim free in a sea of humanity, sometimes you need an edge. Looking for a little love? Need some luck? Desperate for revenge? Gage can give you what you need. The most talented tattoo artist in town, he knows the right symbol and the right mix of ingredients and ink to achieve your heart's desire. One tattoo is all it takes. But remember, everything has its price. The wizards know Gage is using forbidden magic, and they intend to punish him for his transgressions. Too bad if innocent humans and monsters—entire cities—get in the way. They will quell a nascent magical uprising and Gage will be the sacrifice they need. First, though, they have to find him.
Author : Michael Christopher Hicks
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 43 pages
File Size : 43,50 MB
Release : 2011-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 146341823X
Tales of Drake: Tale of the Lost Dog is a story of a boy dragon who looses his dog and his quest to find him in a dark and unfamiliar forest. Along the way, he meets several forest animals who aid him in his search for his pet dog. Tales of Drake is a smart, colorful, and well-designed adventure that encourages strength through unity and exploration!
Author : George Alfred Henty
Publisher :
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 20,72 MB
Release : 1883
Category : Adventure stories
ISBN :
Historical adventure tale featuring Ned Hearn, a young teenager who sails with Francis Drake, experiencing a harsh seafaring life, strange, unexplored lands; and witnessing the great naval battle between the English fleet and the Spanish Armada.
Author : Jocelynn Drake
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 21,95 MB
Release : 2012-10-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0062117866
“A lot of fun, with a whole new take on the dark urban fantasy. Bright and breezy, with fascinating characters, and a background with hidden depths. Drake puts the ink in incredible.” —Simon R. Green “Angel’s Ink is an other-earthly blend of magic and technology in the best tradition of urban fantasy that refused to let me go. The continuing Asylum Tales promise to be intriguing and wildly inventive.” —Kim Harrison “Gritty, authentic and fast-paced! This urban fantasy series rocks!” —J.R. Ward The superstars of urban fantasy agree—Angel’s Ink, the first book in Jocelyn Drake’s Asylum Tales is a winner! Genre fans who know—and love—Drake’s phenomenal, New York Times bestselling Dark Days novels will be blown away by this dark and seductive new series. Meet Gage, a magical tattoo artist trying to remain hidden and alive in a world where elves, faeries, trolls, werewolves, and vampires mingle freely with humans, and warlocks and witches rule the roost with merciless cruelty. Angel’s Ink indelibly marks the beginning of something phenomenal and every reader whose tastes run to the supernatural—those who can’t wait to sink their teeth into the latest Patricia Briggs, Carrie Vaughn, Kelley Armstrong, or Jim Butcher—will want to fly with this Angel.
Author : Dalton Higgins
Publisher : ECW Press
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 16,64 MB
Release : 2012-11-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1770902546
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Author : G. A. Henty
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 30,23 MB
Release : 2023-08-22
Category : History
ISBN :
G. A. Henty's 'Under Drake's Flag: A Tale of the Spanish Main' is a thrilling historical adventure novel set in the 16th century, following the adventures of a young English boy, Ned Hawkshaw, as he joins Sir Francis Drake's expedition to the Spanish Main. The book is written in a straightforward and accessible style, making it a perfect read for young adult readers interested in history and adventure. Henty's vivid descriptions of battles and life at sea bring the historical context to life, immersing readers in the dangers and excitement of Drake's adventures. The novel also explores themes of loyalty, bravery, and the clash of cultures during the Age of Exploration. Henty's use of accurate historical details adds depth and realism to the narrative, making it an engaging and educational read for all ages. Overall, 'Under Drake's Flag' is a captivating blend of history and adventure that will appeal to readers looking for an exciting story with a historical backdrop.
Author : Bart King
Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 11,77 MB
Release : 2016-05-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1484725778
Noah Grow is a bird-watcher. If you're picturing some kid in a big floppy hat, peering up into trees through giant binoculars . . . well, good job. That's exactly what he does. Right now, Noah is on a quest to find a wood duck. According to his calculations, aka the Drake Equation, the odds are good-really good-for spotting one. That's why he gets off the bus at the wrong stop. And that's how he ends up running down a hill, crashing into a fence, and landing right next to a strange, glittery disk. Noah and his best friends, Jason and Jenny, soon discover that the mysterious disk is, well, mysterious. It gives Noah peculiar powers. As things go from odd to outrageous, Noah is swept up in a storm of intergalactic intrigue and middle-school mayhem. There's much more at stake than Noah realizes. Bart King delivers a hilarious sci-fi adventure with just the right mix of heart and humor that will have readers looking out for birds-and strange alien objects.
Author : Roy Gerrard
Publisher : Sunburst
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 23,98 MB
Release : 1989-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780374466886
Retells in poetry the daring adventures of the explorer who was the first Englishman to sail around the world; helped to defeat the Spanish Armada; and who, encouraged by Queen Elizabeth I, was a feared pirate in his time.
Author : Jane Drake
Publisher : Tundra Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,14 MB
Release : 2004-10-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0887766706
Jane Drake and Ann Love, the acclaimed authors of Cool Woods: A Trip Around the World’s Boreal Forest, explore the fascinating, beautiful, and sometimes dangerous world of snow. They write about snow as a habitat, the significance of snow on the environment, snow’s impact on the people and animals who live in it, and snow stories and lore from around the world. From the science of snow to the magic of a winter wonderland, this book is a comprehensive must-read. Not only is the information presented with clarity and brisk good humor, but with urgency. As the polar ice cap melts, we are becoming aware of its critical impact on all of the earth’s living creatures. Illustrated with Mark Thurman’s detailed drawings and magnificent photographs from the authors’ own collections, this is a wintry treat to enjoy all year.
