Return and Other Stories Based on the Novel Arianna's Tale


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From the author of fantasy novel Arianna's Tale come ten new short stories set in the magickal world of Vorima. These stories, featuring the main characters introduced in Arianna's Tale, give the reader further insight into the characters and aid in the understanding of the greater plot of the entire Imperial Series. Some of the stories included in this anthology take place before the events portrayed in Arianna's Tale. These include Arrival, Deception, Exiled, and Awakening. The first two deal with Damuk and his family. The second two are concerned with Arianna and her family and friends. The other six stories all happen within the novel but are not describes. All ten short stories are alluded to during the course of the novel. If you enjoyed any of the novels in The Imperial Series, are looking for a quick introduction to the world of Vorima, or simply want a fun and interesting read, this anthology is for you.




Ghost Road and Other Stories


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A varied collection of short stories, veering from the darkly disturbing to the light and amusing, from heart-rending to heart-warming. Spooky tales mingle with criminal enterprise, comedy and tragedy. Human frailty is laid bare and controversial topics are boldly depicted. Covering the many and varied aspects of our multifaceted modern life, interspersed with a few forays into the past, one based on true facts, there is something for every taste in this compilation of fifty-three stories.




Arianna's Tale


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Return and Other Stories Based on the Novel Arianna's Tale


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From the author of fantasy novel "Arianna's Tale" come ten new short stories set in the magickal world of Vorima. These stories, featuring the main characters introduced in "Arianna's Tale," give the reader further insight into the characters and aid in the understanding of the greater plot of the entire Imperial Series.Some of the stories included in this anthology take place before the events portrayed in "Arianna's Tale." These include "Arrival," "Deception," "Exiled," and "Awakening." The first two deal with Damuk and his family. The second two are concerned with Arianna and her family and friends.The other six stories all happen within the novel but are not describes. All ten short stories are alluded to during the course of the novel. If you enjoyed any of the novels in The Imperial Series, are looking for a quick introduction to the world of Vorima, or simply want a fun and interesting read, this anthology is for you.




Initiation and Other Stories Based on the Novel Dragon's Tempest


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Reenter the fantastical world of Vorima with ten new short stories written by the author of the novel Dragon's Tempest. Each story gives new and exciting insight into the characters of the original novel and furthers the understanding of the plot of the entire Imperial Series. Most of the stories included in this anthology take place before the events portrayed in Dragon's Tempest. These include Rising Darkness, Courtship, Friendship, Coronation, Trials, Rebellion, Initiation, and Judgment. These explore the histories of the various characters involved in the novel. Of the last two stories, one occurs during the course of the novel and is referred to but not described. The final story was edited out of the epilogue of the novel and is revealed here for those readers who wonder what exactly happend to Tristan and Jewel immediately after the novel ends. All of these stories serve to enhance the plot of Dragon's Tempest.




Arriana’s Return


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Arriana isn't a typical teenager. She's captain of her swim team, has a crush on her best guy friend, and develops magical powers on her sixteenth birthday. Oh, and there are assassin's trying to kill her. Much to get horror it's revealed that she's not only magical but not from this world. She is the queen of Coresova, a faraway kingdom ravaged by a tyrant who killed her real parents. Her own uncle. Now Arriana has to give up her life that she wanted so badly to save a world she doesn't remember.




The MX Book of New Sherlock Holmes Stories - Part XXXII


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Part XXXII featuring contributions from: Hal Glatzer, Arianna Fox, Terry Golledge, David Marcum, Craig Janacek, James Gelter, Mike Hogan, Arthur Hall, Tracy J. Revels, Will Murray, Roger Riccard, Tim Symonds, Wayne Anderson, Alan Dimes, Mike Chinn, Paul Hiscock, Ian Ableson, a poem by Kevin Patrick McCann, and forewords by Jeffrey Hatcher, Roger Johnson, Emma West, Steve Emecz, and David Marcum. Parts XXXI, XXXII, and XXXIII 2022 Annual 61 New Holmes Adventures Collected in Three Companion Volumes. In 2015, the first three volumes of The MX Book of New Sherlock Holmes Stories arrived, containing over 60 stories in the true traditional Canonical manner, revisiting Holmes and Watson in those days where it is “always 1895” . . . or a few decades on either side of that. That was the largest collection of new Holmes stories ever assembled, and originally planned to be a one-time event. But readers wanted more, and the contributors had more stories from Watson's Tin Dispatch Box, so the fun continued. Now, with the release of Parts XXXI, XXXII, and XXXIII, the series has grown to nearly 700 new Holmes adventures by over 200 contributors from around with world. Since the beginning, all contributor royalties have gone to the Undershaw school (formerly Stepping Stones) for special needs children at Undershaw, one of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's former homes, and to date the project has raised nearly $100,000 for the school – as well as helping provide a world-wide awareness of its mission. As has become the tradition, this new collection of 61 adventures features Holmes and Watson carrying out their masterful investigations from the early days of their friendship in Baker Street to the post-War years during Holmes’s retirement. Along the way they are involved in dozens of fascinating mysteries, all progressing along completely unexpected lines. Join us as we return to Baker Street and discover more authentic adventures of Sherlock Holmes, described by the estimable Dr. Watson as “the best and wisest . . . whom I have ever known.” 61 new traditional Holmes adventures in three simultaneously published volumes The game is afoot! All royalties from this collection are being donated by the writers for the benefit of the preservation of Undershaw, one of the former homes of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.




(Dis)embodying Myths in Ancien Régime Opera


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Will appeal to all music, literature, and art lovers seeking to deepen their knowledge of an increasingly popular repertoire.




Highlander Heat: A Scottish Time Travel Romance Boxed Set Collection (Books 4-7)


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From New York Times Bestselling Author Joanne Wadsworth comes #1 bestselling Highlander’s Guardian, Highlander’s Faerie, Highlander’s Champion, and Highlander’s Captive. Expect passionate happily-ever-afters, no cliffhangers, and a Scottish time travel romance series that can be enjoyed in any order. Highlander’s Guardian ~ It's time for Colin MacLean to meet his match. Annie MacLeod is the girl he grew up adoring and now as her guardian, the woman he must help find a husband for. If only sparks didn't fly every time he touched her. Highlander’s Faerie ~ Katherine MacLean’s dying wish sends her back in time to the 16th century, straight into the sturdy arms of Highland warrior John MacDonald. Their souls are connected in every way, and only through him can she survive… A spellbinding tale of love! Highlander’s Champion ~ A sizzling Scottish romance. When modern girl Arianna is pulled through a time portal, she lands in the protective embrace of 16th century Highlander James. She must return to her sick father—but can James bear to let her go? Highlander’s Captive ~ When Julia falls from the cliffs into the sea, Highland warrior Ivor unwittingly finds a bargaining chip to use against his rival clan. Except Julia’s not the captive he intended, not when she’s intent on experiencing an adventure. A short Highland romance. Each book in this series is standalone, and can be enjoyed out of sequence. HIGHLANDER HEAT SERIES Highlander’s Castle, #1 Highlander’s Magic, #2 Highlander’s Charm, #3 Highlander’s Guardian, #4 Highlander’s Faerie, #5 Highlander’s Champion, #6 Highlander’s Captive, #7 (Novella 11,000 Words, Series #0.5)




Children's Tales for the Young and Old


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In times when we have needed them, children's tales have often been a light in the darkness that has proven time and time again to help overcome any and all obstacles that maybe in our path. Here is a collection of Tales that I have written and all of them have a lesson to learn from them; whether it be of acceptance or of how fighting for something that you believe in will help win the day, or just having a bad day and in need of something fun; here I lay before you all a series of 10 stories that I have told my children before and those whom I have had the privilege of telling them to.