Early Fiction

A Mystery Thriller Set in Post-War London During the Early 1920s Step into the shadowy corridors of post-war London, where secrets whisper through every alley, and danger lurks just beyond the gaslit streets. "Poison in the Shadows" is a masterfully crafted English murder mystery that weaves a tale of deception, high society scandals, and an unforgiving quest for the truth. When Dr. Billings, an earnest assistant to the famed poison specialist Sir Ernest Lambert, receives an urgent call in the chill of an early 1920s night, he is thrust into a labyrinthine mystery. A masked dancer has been ...

Rocket loves books and he wants to make his own, but he can't think of a story. Encouraged by the little yellow bird to look closely at the world around him for inspiration, Rocket sets out on a journey. Along the way he discovers small details that he has never noticed before, a timid baby owl who becomes his friend, and an idea for a story.

Flat Stanley goes north! Stanley Lambchop and his family are in British Columbia, Canada, for some skiing and winter fun. But when Stanley and his new friend Nick go snowboarding - with Stanley as the snowboard, of course - they take a midair tumble just as the wind picks up...and find themselves floating in an amazing Canadian cross-country journey that might just be Stanley's wildest adventure yet!

As the 1900’s begin women are in a difficult situation. Whatever the pretence of society the reality for almost all women is that they are second class and the property of men. Whilst women have created enduring works of literature and poetry for centuries, much has remained hidden and voiceless. But technology and the mass distribution of printed materials has allowed new ideas and thoughts to circulate, to demand a voice. In this volume their talents and voices speak with determination, wisdom, courage and love on many subjects through their extraordinary verse.

Pearl the Magical Unicorn is the first audiobook in Sally Odgers' three-volume chapter book series, where the magical unicorn Pearl and her friends take on some of life's tough lessons with humor and heart. Meet Pearl. She is a magical unicorn. But Pearl doesn’t quite know how to use her magic. With the help of her friends, Tweet and Olive, can Pearl believe in her magical self? And what happens when Pearl and her friends stumble upon three naughty, stinky gobble-uns!?

Fancy Nancy thinks that everything in the sky is simply stellar, from the sun and the moon to the stars and their constellations (that's a fancy word for the shapes that stars make!). So nothing could make her happier than a special sleepover under the stars with her dad and her little sister, JoJo. Together Nancy and JoJo wish on stars, moon bathe, and even eat astronaut ice cream! But when rain clouds cover up the stars, what's a stellar stargazer to do?

Historical Adventure Novel A science fiction adventure book set in an imaginary, uncharted region south of the Antarctic during the early 20th century. Step into a world of lost civilizations and bold explorers with "The Quest for Adlaz: A Science Fiction Journey Through Uncharted Lands." Join King Minos, his bride Lady Memene, and their brave companions on a quest through forgotten realms where danger and wonder lurk around every corner. The saga begins aboard the cruiser Minnetonka, as King Minos of Sardania and Lady Memene embark on a journey towards a new life in America following the ...

Delve into the Serene yet Mysterious Town of Bonneville Embark on an engaging journey with Missing from the Bank, a timeless mystery novel set amidst the tranquillity of Bonneville, a picturesque market town in England, during the early 20th century. This intriguing narrative takes you through the folds of the town's serene facade into its bustling banking industry, exposing secrets that have far-reaching consequences. The Unforeseen Turn of Events The life of Simon Hampton, a disgruntled bank clerk who experiences a drastic disruption of his monotonous routine, is at the heart of this ...

While serving in Vietnam, Larry Braden finds himself in a horrific situation that offers him his only way out of the war sane and alive. By staging his death and taking the identity of a dead soldier, he leaves with no plan other than to get out of the country. He embarks on a journey that leads to a diversity of adventures in many places seizing opportunities as they arise.

MY SPECIAL STAR Read it FREE as part of your Kindle Unlimited membership I couldn't sleep that night; I was wide awake, I heard a loud noise and I started to shake. Then I went out to the yard to look around, A very bright light was shining on the ground.

Sometimes…especially when least expected…love is simply meant to be…A love story between two people who weren’t looking for love but found it when they least expected to, a mystery tragically rooted in their family’s history, and a dog who loves his new home… Emma just wants the quiet and peace she needs to do her work. She believed her new home was perfect and exactly suited for what she needed…then soon found out it was far from perfect and not at all what she expected. Lucas Patterson took pride in his reputation for being calm under pressure and prepared for anything and ...

Wie alles begann: Horndeich ermittelt in seinem ersten Fall in Darmstadt. Für alle LeserInnen von Nele Neuhaus und Wolfgang Burger. "Schon während Margot sich neben den Toten kniete, überfiel sie ein Gefühl, dass dieser Mann noch etwas verbarg und drehte den Kopf in ihre Richtung. Dann wusste sie, was es war. Sie hatte den Augenblick immer gefürchtet, und doch gewusst, dass er eines Tages kommen würde: Sie kannte den Toten." In Darmstadt gibt es ein Treffen der so genannten "Madonnenkinder".

Disappearing wasn’t going to be enough…they needed a plan. It’s the middle of the twenty-third century and while there have been staggering technological and environmental advances, human nature is still very much the same as it has always been. One woman unexpectedly finds herself thrust into the middle of a long simmering struggle between power, greed, and an overwhelming effort to keep long hidden secrets buried.Luckily she isn’t on her own. A childhood friend that she hasn’t seen in years is proving once again that he can be trusted even as they just barely avoid one near miss...

Ist der Lehrer etwa krank? In einer ergreifende Rede verkündet er, wie froh er ist, endlich wieder unterrichten zu können...

A Gothic mystery set in London during the early 20th century Explore a tantalizing tale that intricately weaves the thrills of young love with the spine-chilling terror of supernatural elements! "The Unseen Guardian" is a masterfully crafted Gothic novel that captures the luminous chaos of early 20th century London while delving into the mystical world beyond our comprehension. Meet **Carl Foster**, an ambitious young doctor fresh from Edinburgh, whose entrance into London’s high society is marred by encounters with haunting spirits and forbidden love. The sophisticated city setting — ...

Samsee Secretsby Harper Stanwick, Sr. is a mystery novel set in central Florida during the early 20th century. Ned Mackey, a naturalist and zoologist, embarks on a summer assignment to collect specimens in the dense, shadowy forests and meandering rivers of the Samsee River valley. His quiet life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters Edith DeCoster, the spirited niece of the wealthy Carl DeCoster, owner of the grand Swampy Krags estate. As Ned is drawn into the DeCoster family's enigmatic world, he learns of an old legend about a sunken treasure guarded by a monstrous sea creature. The ...

Es beginnt mit einem Missverständnis: Pekka erzählt er sei aus der Mannschaft geflogen. Aus der Eishockeymannschaft denken alle. Also gründen Ella und ihre Freunde die Ritter der Nacht – das neue Eishockeyteam für Pekka. Nur ist er nicht aus der Eishockey- sondern aus der Wasserballmannschaft geflogen. Jetzt heißt es Eishockey gegen Wasserball. Und es wird ein echtes Spektakel!

A Metaphysical Book set in England and Broader Mythical Locales during the Early 20th CenturyThis book whisks the reader away through an extensive journey, inhabiting both the physical world of early 20th century England and the metaphysical spaces of elusive, mythical locales. Themes of eternal life, spiritual existence, and metaphysical experiences provide a fascinating paradigm through which the protagonist navigates her world. The PlotThe journey begins with a humble invitation, drawing the protagonist into an intricate web of profound spiritual and metaphysical experiences. From a ...

The Evolutionary Bible explores biblical themes through the lens of evolutionary psychology to tell the story of mankind's ascendance from the viewpoint of our technological descendants looking back at us as their creators.

What happens when Holly the hedgehog wakes up early? Instead of spring, it’s still winter! With her friend Milton the mouse, Holly learns all the best things about winter. She finally gets to see that winter is not the nasty part of the year, but rather the best time of the year!