The Chosen One


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Prior to his death, legendary vampire hunter, Abraham Van Helsing, began the establishment of three unique academies to train vampire hunters. He never lived to see them completed. With his dying breath, Van Helsing uttered a prophecy that stated that one day a student would arise from one of the academies and this student would be the greatest vampire hunter of them all. To date, that prophecy has yet to be fulfilled. Ethan, a small, timid, and clumsy orphan, is seen by many of his instructors as the worst student ever to be trained by any of the academies. Few expect him live long enough to graduate let alone enter the trade. This all changes when he is the sole survivor of a group of vampire hunters that are ambushed by a vampire prince and his nest. The fact that the youth manages to survive the massacre is nothing short of a miracle. Alan Spangler is the head physician of the Van Helsing academy located at Lexington, Kentucky. After he and a group of physicians interview and observe the youth, he becomes convinced that the youth is the prophetic Chosen One and begins an investigation into the youth's background. As his investigation expands, Alan finds that there is more to the youth than meets the eye. Before the doctor can test his theory, Ethan and dozens of other hunters are sent on a suicide mission to destroy a vampire prince and his nest.




The Academy


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The Many Faces of Van Helsing


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First introduced in Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Van Helsing was the ultimate adversary for the vampire—as complex as the fiend he relentlessly pursued. In this anthology, masters of horror and fantasy give Van Helsing his due as they reimagine the history and adventures of the original vampire hunter—the greatest foe of the most evil icon in literary history. Featuring C. Dean Anderson • Kim Antieau • William D. Carl • Adam-Troy Castro • A.M. Dellamonica • Kris Dikeman • Christopher Golden • Joe Hill • Brian Hodge • Nina Kiriki Hoffman • Sarah Kelderman • Kathe Koja • J.A. Konrath • Tanith Lee • Thomas E. Monteleone • Rita Oakes • Chris Roberson • Kristine Kathryn Rusch • Steve Resnic Tem & Melanie Tem • Thomas Tessier • Lois Tilton




The Van Helsing Legacy: We Shall Not Sleep


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The Great War is over, its fires quenched. The guns are silent. The Dead are waking. Meg van Helsing grew up with a book in one hand and a wooden stake in the other, a crucifix always around her neck. But the world has changed, and the monsters she hunts with her friends are less frightening than gas burns and shell shock. The ghost of the War looms darker than Dracula’s shadow. Until the night one of her friends disappears. Now, they are under constant attack, beset by the blood-hungry corpses of un-dead soldiers at exactly the moment another monster appears: an incubus, lethally attractive. The young man offers help, and Meg wants to believe him. If only she could convince her friends she is immune to his spell. Someone wants them dead at any cost. The answer lies in old books, dark sorcery, and a secret kept for twenty-five years, written in blood. If Meg wants her friends to live, she’ll have to open her eyes.




lady drucula


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Film Lighting


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Newly revised and updated, Film Lighting is an indispensible sourcebook for the aspiring and practicing cinematographer, based on extensive interviews with leading cinematographers and gaffers in the film industry. Film lighting is a living, dynamic art influenced by new technologies and the changing styles of leading cinematographers. A combination of state-of-the-art technology and in-depth interviews with industry experts, Film Lighting provides an inside look at how cinematographers and film directors establish the visual concept of the film and use the lighting to create a certain atmosphere. Kris Malkiewicz uses firsthand material from the experts he interviewed while researching this book. Among these are leading cinematographers Dion Beebe, Russell Carpenter, Caleb Deschanel, Robert Elswit, Mauro Fiore, Adam Holender, Janusz Kaminski, Matthew Libatique, Rodrigo Prieto, Harris Savides, Dante Spinotti, and Vilmos Zsigmond. This updated version of Film Lighting fills a growing need in the industry and will be a perennial, invaluable resource.




Fangs of Destiny


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In this delightful and whimsical story, we follow the misadventures of Bella, a young vampire with a heart as big as her fangs, who is determined to impress her mom and dad and become the best vampire ever. Alongside her loyal and mischievous bat companion, Belfry, Bella navigates the challenges of the supernatural realm with a blend of charm, wit, and a little bit of bat poop (yes, you read that right!). Join Bella and Belfry on a fangtastic journey filled with laugh-out-loud moments, bathtub catastrophes, and spooky scavenger hunts. From night school to a dance of darkness, they'll encounter a colorful cast of characters, each with their own unique quirks and voices. But it's not all fangtastic success for Bella. She'll face fangology mishaps, surprising failures, and even a hilariously disastrous Thanksgiving surprise that will leave you howling with laughter. With each chapter, you'll be immersed in a world where vampires, witches, werewolves, and other supernatural creatures come to life in the most amusing and heartwarming way. It's a tale that reminds us of the importance of family, friendship, and embracing our own unique voices, even when things don't go exactly as planned. So grab your garlic-scented popcorn, find a cozy spot, and prepare to be swept away by the whimsical charm of "Fangs of Destiny." Whether you're a vampire enthusiast or just in need of a good belly laugh, this book is sure to leave you with a permanent smile, and maybe a craving for bat-shaped cookies. Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming adventure that will leave you saying, "Bite me, that was funny!"




Academy and Literature


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Her Cross To Bear: A Paranormal Romance


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Everything that goes bump in the night is true and they are coming for you. With one living older brother, I thought that I would be in the clear of having to take over the family business. I could play pretend in the human world and none would be the wiser. Until I find out my brother has gone missing and now, I was the sole heir to the Van Helsing clan! What must my father be thinking? I'd never been proficient at the game of masks. I tended to talk better with my fists than my mouth and I wasn't about to hold back from telling the supernatural community what was on my mind. That's if I could live long enough to do it. keywords: urban fantasy, paranormal romance, thriller, horror, vampires, mystery, supernatural suspense, mythology, vampire romance, shifters, demons, van helsing, vampire hunter, demon hunter, coming of age




Horrors of Hammer


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