American Epic

From the first dance to the last word, an epic love story spanning fifty years. Told entirely in dialogue, an encounter on an ocean liner leads to life and living in the heartland of the American Midwest. Brad, a psychiatric nurse—solid, steady, and devoted, and Patricia, a college professor—beautiful, free-spirited and passionate, meet, fall in love, and settle in Minneapolis. A lifelong affair filled with humor, affection, and abiding devotion. Through triumphs and trials, and bonds stretched to the breaking point, love endures. Through fortune and misfortune, love flourishes. Through...

Clue, an exiled hypnotist from outer space, is in dire need to get back to her interstellar planet, Nubia, to rescue her parents from the insidious brainwashing agents: The Screens. Clue's obstacle...she's stuck on earth. Will Clue be tried and tested by the prim and proper boarding school, the School of the Unknown, or will earth's killer simulators get the best of Clue?

Arrah has paid many prices in her battle against the demon king. Now, forced to give up the gift of magic she’d sought for so long, she has finally reached the survivors of the demons’ attack on the tribal lands. But when she comes to them without the power of the chieftains’ kas, the new tribal leaders are suspicious of Arrah’s motives, and her connection to the Demon King. While her heart is loyal to Rudjek, Arrah cannot deny that her soul is bound to Daho – through her past life as the orisha Dimma, the years they spent together, and the child the orishas destroyed.

Now under the protection of Council Priest Jusaan, Raymond and Hanshee are spirited to the center of the Kingdom of Pith: Stronghold. Behind nearly impenetrable walls of natural rock lies the beating heart of royal power and religious authority: the Citadel. As the honored guests of the Temple of the One Spirit and the Royal House, the duo is introduced to a life of pampered luxury, a stark contrast to their previous existence in the wilds east of the Ursal Mountains.

After living in an orphanage most of her life, Claire’s whole world is about to change. After she meets Vincent and the other members of the Blackwoods Coven, she discovers a realm of magic that she thought only existed in her dreams. Just as she gets accustomed to her new life, a new arrival flips the coven upside down.

The topic of the first Thanksgiving is exciting to read about and learn because it offers a captivating and adventurous tale of courage, resilience, and cultural encounters. The daring journey of the Mayflower in 1620 sets the stage for an epic narrative as the Pilgrims face numerous challenges and overcome obstacles in their pursuit of religious freedom. The story of survival and cooperation between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe, led by Chief Massasoit, adds a heartwarming dimension to the historical account, capturing the spirit of unity and gratitude.

In the aftermath of their crushing defeat, Omari and the Virtues seek refuge in the mystical forest realm of Agraven. But danger lurks amidst the reclusive Faeyries... Five years have passed, and the relentless war waged by the malevolent King Jaheem ravages the Hallowed Plains. The once united Virtues are now scattered, and Omari, the prophesied Champion, is but a shadow of his former self. As they grapple with their uncertain future, the Virtues are tested to their very limits, from the port cities of the Frosted Tides to the front lines of the Fallen Borderlands. With the specter of war ...

Henry Tsien hat einen Wunsch ausgesprochen und wurde zum Magier. Doch jeder Traum hat seinen Preis, und dieser bringt eine verborgene übernatürliche Welt mit sich. Als sich die Nachricht von seinem mächtigen Ring der Wünsche verbreitet, werden Henrys Leben und das seiner Verbündeten in immer größere Gefahr gebracht. Selbst die stärksten Allianzen brechen, wenn zwielichtige Organisationen in Aktion treten. Doch letzten Endes muss er sich entscheiden, was er mit dem Ring tun wird, nachdem sein letzter Wunsch aufgebraucht ist.

Als Henry Tsien sich Magie von einem Dschinn wünschte, wurde er in eine übernatürliche Weltgeworfen, in der an jeder Ecke Gefahr lauert. Eine ungleiche Verbündete zeigt sich in Alexa Dumough, der Novizin der Tempelritter, die Henry in den verborgenen Regeln dieser Weltunterweist. Nun ist Alexa gezwungen, zwischen ihrer Loyalität zum Orden und der Freundschaft mit Henry zuwählen. Ihre Prüfung zum Knappen führt sie beide in eine Feuertaufe, bei der Leben und Magieauf die Probe gestellt werden. Zur Wahl genötigt, muss sich die Novizin entscheiden—was ihre wahren Wünsche sind.

Kann Wu Ying die flüchtige Chance auf Unsterblichkeit ergreifen? Long Wu Ying hatte sich nie vorstellen können, einer Sekte beizutreten oder ein richtiger Kultivator zu werden. Er verbrachte seine Tage mit Lernen, dem Reisanbau auf den Feldern seiner Eltern und mit seinen Freunden. Das Schicksal jedoch hat andere Pläne für Wu Ying und als die Armee in seinem Dorf eintrifft, werden er und viele andere Dorfbewohner rekrutiert.

Dreams of the Golden Eagle, a novel in rhyming narrative verse, is a must-listen for lovers of high Native American adventure who will enjoy its action-packed storylines and clarity of image. Set immediately prior to the onset of the Indian Wars, this stirring Native American adventure involves a web of murder, mystery, intrigue, betrayal, love, hatred, and revenge as a far-sighted and fearless chief, in collaboration with the tribal totem, the Golden Eagle, strives to create an alliance between the warring tribes in a concerted effort to thwart the White invasion.

Drinking heavily and drifting from one failed relationship to another, Nathan Leer's lifestyle finally reaches a breaking point after his latest girlfriend Adelita freaks out and runs away, accusing him of assault and battery. As well, his struggling coffee shop is sinking and the bailiff is about to come knocking. Enter the evil Beal, who tries to recruit him into a life of lasciviousness and self-indulgence. On the verge of succumbing, he’s suddenly transported to planet Orgon, where he meets beautiful Ophelia. On Orgon, the concepts of materialism, greed and corruption are non-existent...

The compelling saga of the Realm continues when a darkening sun threatens to destroy the world. Grand Wizard Kelm races to retrieve the Icon of Earth - an ancient relic with the magical power to counter the threat. However, mistrust and mishaps run rampant as he encounters unlikely allies and a technologically advanced enemy willing to stifle his efforts at all cost.