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The son of a village blacksmith, Mithron never expected that the path of wizardry would be an option, for it is well-known that the profession is reserved for the wealthy elite. That is until a traveling wizard recognizes his latent talent, and offers to teach him, much to the chagrin of his family. He proves to be an able student, but uncomfortable with the niceties of society.
When tragedy results in him crossing paths with Glitter, a fellow mage...
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Freddy Murphy's life has been a challenge since his father walked out on his family, soon after his favorite Aunt Margaret died for no reason. If it was not for his friends, Chris and Simon, Freddy would have gone crazy over the summer. They were all looking forward to entering Waldport High School until they felt like they were being followed. While constantly looking over their shoulder and trying to help Uncle Jack, they find themselves running...
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Under a pseudonym Timothy Sparks, the then 24 years old Dickens wrote a pamphlet entitled Sunday Under Three Headsin which he defended the people's right to pleasure, opposing a plan to prohibit games on Sundays. The pamphlet was dedicated (without permission) to the Bishop of London. It was published by Chapman and Hall on Friday, 8 July 1836. The full title is Sunday Under Three Heads. As it is; As Sabbath Bills would make it; As it might be made....
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A Journal to Your Future Self.' This unique journal is your passport to self-discovery, intertwining the realms of dreams, aspirations, and daily reflections in a compact 250-word description.Start your journey by crafting a heartfelt letter to your future self, setting the tone for introspection and growth. Delve into the enchanting world of dreams with dedicated sections exploring dream types, symbolism, and the architects shaping your subconscious...
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Pebby the scruffy tinydog was accustomed to flying down cobblestone streets as the Chief Delivery Dog of the Octagon Bakery in the steampunk city of Norwall. But then, one afternoon, everything changed when she came unexpectedly through the Parallax Contingency with her friend Naji Najeem, and they found themselves in sunny Florida. Then, there happened a chance meeting with Phillip, the boy who would change everything.
Their two worlds collide in...
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Molly is a young teenage girl, who was born into a family which she did not fit into, her daily living was one filled with retribution and hurt, as she bore the brunt of her siblings and parents' pain.
Molly found solace in the comfort of strangers, more than her family. She loved the unknown and embraced difference, always attracting those who chose to understand her.
Life was relentless and hard, yet her mind taught her how to see the world in...
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August 1939, Luxembourg City.
Rumors of war echo through the gentle Grand Duchy. Fourteen-year-old Hansi Broussard would rather draw in his sketchbook atop the fortress walls of the medieval city than pay attention to politics.
As the unthinkable happens, he can no longer ignore the signs of the impending conflict. The rumors become reality and his family is thrust into the middle of it.
With the help of Karin, a German girl he recently befriended,...
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Who is the "bad" guy? A delightfully deceptive story about two individuals, Lamb and Donde, and their rise to the top, but there's an unknown shadow bent on bringing them down. Can they discover them before it's too late? Can you? Including romance, adventure, and self-discovery, it seems like a simple, predictable story, but you're being led. Lamb, with his love interest Liv, discovers many vital skills with their shifting, an ability to shift reality....
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When you are committed to a criminal life, subjected only to the laws of those who murder and prey on the possessions of another, there are no limitations to the means by which a dollar should be made. Heart of a Million-Dollar Stroll gives you a glimpse into this life of crime as you lurk in the shadows with the leader of a gang of robbers and his quest to attain glory and the recognition required to attain riches and be feared by the streets. There...
11) Riddlington
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This story begins with Riddlington Rabbit wanting to see other things happening in a world outside the safe boundaries of his insular existence. As a rabbit, his life is spent, primarily, underground during the day, only coming out at night, under the protection of darkness, to find food.
His favourite Uncle Otto sparks Riddlington's imagination of exploring, by telling stories of his own adventures. We follow Riddlington as he navigates his way...
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Encounter a splendid and enchanting adventure certain to grip fantasy fans from around the globe. Filled with mystery, action, romance, and surprises, this epic tale is bursting with enthralling characters and vivid imagery. The Curse of Crowns series continues as chaos and turmoil expand throughout the fictional worlds of Vargha and Argon. Follow returning characters fighting for their lives while others are under a curse of an ancient evil that...
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Something has happened in the Greylands, the realm of the Dark Lady. Her servants-the kazkulim-have ceased their soul-gathering duties, leaving those near death to linger on the mortal plane. Suffering spreads in the land of the living, and none walk the pathways to the land of the dead.
Meanwhile, the bonds of friendship between Mithron and Glitter strengthen into something new. Can Mithron control his visions enough to find love? Or will they bring...
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A billionaire's son goes missing. A young girl commits suicide after a rape. This is a twisted, ironic tale of a brother's love for his sister and his faith in vengeance as the only alternative to a deeply flawed justice system. The brother, a trial court lawyer practising in the lower courts of Delhi, uses the weaknesses of the legal system to confront and confound one of the world's richest men. The story that unfolds takes the reader through the...
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In the kingdom of Edesse, the Arbiter assists the king in keeping peace with the nobility. At the idyllic Arbiter's castle, noble heirs, including the crown prince, gather to form bonds of friendship. Venn Jathil is a young knight newly assigned to protect them. At first the castle is a sanctuary, but that peace begins to unravel as secrets surrounding the heirs themselves and the murder of the royal family come to light.
16) Front Pivot
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Noel's brash front masks a secret past. No one knows how hard he works on his game or how far he and his brother will go to find their answers.A high school hoops legend, Pax forgoes college ball after becoming obsessed with their father's Afghanistan War experience. Officially, he died a hero. But the journal he left behind suggests it's more complicated.Pax blames their dad for not finishing the job and decides it's now his responsibility. Noel...
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With her whole life in pieces she is sent away to Water ways, a private boarding school on an island in the middle of nowhere where she is expected to start over again. Can Ciara move on with her life and leave her past where it belongs? Elusive, popular, and reticent. Sebastian Echo is aware of the disruption Ciara's arrival has made to the social arena at Water ways. As student body president, it falls to him to keep everything running smoothly....
18) There Was a Girl
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India is one of the oldest civilizations and carries a rich legacy. Our social practices were set in place by our ancestors. There were sound reasons for these practices which were meant to uplift all of life. With time, the practices were tainted and turned into pale imitations of the original practices. This story is about the impact of one such malpractice on individuals and how one can fight with these Evils if one has conviction. A beautiful...
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“The Archives of Metaphysical Warfare” are a comprehensive collection of detailed accounts, artifacts, information, and evidence as pertaining to the war for ultimate possession of the earth plane of existence. Based on legendary, mythical, historical, and theological research, we are the keepers of all which lies on the hidden edges of worlds beyond our own. The barriers that once were in place since before the birth of humanity have been broken....
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