Great Fantasy

One theft will set the realm ablaze. Rosha is a stablehand in training for a prince of Grannitewatch. Darrion is a bastard orphan in the care of his abusive aunt. Both long for an opportunity to prove that they are meant for more than a life of poverty in the quiet city of Oldrum. When the prince’s family heirloom is stolen from under his nose, Rosha and Darrion are given just that chance. But when they find themselves up against bandits who have no qualms about killing two adventurous youths, they’ll need to join forces with a wizard who hides a secret that could cost them more than ...

Their world is a prison... ... a zoo made for humans...and no one suspects that we are the main attraction. When the giant hand steals away Harl Eriksson’s parents he becomes an orphan and swears vengeance on the titanic alien that rules over his world. Forced to live in a glass fronted box, his entire village is at the mercy of the god that peers in at them. He hates the "god" that his fellow captors adore. He sees no “god,” only a giant monster that ripped his family from him. He must break free from the tank and destroy the creature that treats them like insects. An intensely ...

The Trial of Houses Begins. Rosha, Darrion, and Aladorn have witnessed the demise of the King. For this crime, they’ve been forced into the service of the Queen of Grannitewatch. As the queen fears her political power may wane, the trio wonder if they serve her as guards or scapegoats. And when the Trial of Houses is set to take place in the ancient capital of the Realm of Lords, Rosha finds herself in an unsure position: the Champion of the Queen. Can this friendship forged in fire survive the life-threatening trials? And will the promise of power lead one of them to abandon the others ...

This volume contains a variety of imaginative stories from both famous and not-so-famous science fiction writers.

All is not well in the city that never sleeps. Even though the avatars of New York City have temporarily managed to stop the Woman in White from invading—and destroying the entire universe in the process—the mysterious capital "E" Enemy has more subtle powers at her disposal. A new candidate for mayor wielding the populist rhetoric of gentrification, xenophobia, and "law and order" may have what it takes to change the very nature of New York itself and take it down from the inside.

There’s never a dull moment with silly jokes just for kids! Forget being bored. That should never be a thing! Keep the fun and laughter going whether at home, on the go, or quite honestly…wherever! This book is overflowing with rounds of children friendly jokes!

What Shall We Do Today? - The Great Garden Games: A Magical Adventure Story for Children Ages 6-9 Transform screen time into story time with this enchanting chapter book that teaches valuable life lessons through magical adventure! Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya as they discover a mysterious antique sewing machine that transports them to a topsy-turvy garden world where vegetables grow sideways, kitchen mishaps create chaos, and everyone is pointing fingers instead of lending helping hands. Perfect for young readers who love: ✨ Fantasy and magic - Glowing medallions, spinning compasses, and ...

Basil the mouse detective sets off on a journey to solve one of the greatest mysteries of mousedom: Do miniature cats exist? Leading mouse scientists aren't certain, but they believe answers can be found in the Far East. Thus begins the story of an unusual quest. As Basil sets sail for the Far East - and the lost island of Kataarh - danger stalks him at every turn. Our hero is determined to unravel the mystery of these mini cats and their mouse king!

Loatrons on the mystical island of Enda have protective magic that appears when they are in danger. Unfortunately, Sargon’s magic is running away. When he’s frightened, his hooves take off running and there’s nothing the humiliated loatron can do to stop them. Now, an evil dragon threatens Sargon’s town. Is this the loatron’s chance to be a hero, or will he just be a cloud of dust in the distance?

Clifford Donald Simak was an American science fiction writer. He won three Hugo Awards and one Nebula Award. The Science Fiction Writers of America made him its third SFWA Grand Master, and the Horror Writers Association made him one of three inaugural winners of the Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Jacob and Emily's journey continues in Part 4 of the series Over the Hills of Nuuchippa

That was who I was. That was what I was, a tiny snake with great potential. The sole creation of the Great Core. It was just us—the great core and I—tucked away in our little corner of the world dungeon. Together, we hid from the bad things and the Coreless of the world outside, safe from the horrors that would consume us. Until one day, the Coreless found us. Until they tried to steal away my creator. Until with no other option, I swallowed the Great Core that had made me. Only after that, did I become what I was always meant to be.

Return to the epic fantasy realm of Rokugan's samurai and magic in the collected Legend of the Five Rings novellas, featuring an all-new story of the Lion Clan. A shamed Lion Clan warrior finds a chance for redemption when she discovers a foundling with magical ancestry, whose secrets could change everything. A young monk with a mysterious tattoo must learn to embrace her destiny and become a superhuman hero of the Dragon Clan. The quest for a lost relic leads a team of bold Crab Clan samurai into a dangerous expedition through the monster-haunted depths of Shinomen forest.

The first three books in the Great Iron War steampunk dystopian adventure series, collected together in a digital box set. Join Jacob, Whistler, General Rommond, and Taberah as they fight on land, sea, and sky to push back the forces of the ruthless Regime. Includes: Hopebreaker, Lifemaker, and Shyshaker.

Like all great metropolises before it, when a city gets big enough, old enough, it must be born; but there are ancient enemies who cannot tolerate new life. Thus New York will live or die by the efforts of a reluctant midwife...and how well he can learn to sing the city's mighty song.

When a troubled young heir to a shipping fortune is suddenly transformed by evil magic into the form of a haunting stranger, he must travel to an ominous city at the edge of the world to unlock the magic's fateful mystery. “With its subtly sinister atmosphere and measured element of fantasy, the book succeeds in creating a story that reads like a lost tale by Robert Louis Stevenson or Stephen Crane…surprising and satisfying…A charming gothic pastiche.” — Kirkus Reviews

Demons have returned to Gilia. Ealrin has followed his mentor all over the continent, but it’s beginning to take its toll on his body and the trust he once had in his guide. The rest of his friends are battered, though not yet driven to the brink. But they are surrounded. With demons on one side and the armies of men on the other, it's time for them to decide if staying on Ladis is worth risking more than their lives. Buy the exciting conclusion to the Ladis trilogy today!

Calidan Darkheart has survived monsters, men and the first years of the Academy, but will he be able to survive a higher power than his own? As a young student at the Academy and freshly dealing with the loss of a dear friend, Calidan must endure a new trial, one that will test every fiber of his being. Alone in the dark, Calidan the Imperator has so far managed to avoid the clutches of a rampaging beast, but now seeks to escape and fulfill his lifelong dream. Intent on saving his best friend Cassius and heading deeper into the wastelands, he seeks a prey that will eclipse all others.

A walk around the block, a quick drive, before shutting down your PC ? these short story collections are perfect for when you only have a few minutes to listen."

Matt is inside Maggie's head, and their oddly dangerous frenemies are gone for the time being, but their troubles are only just beginning. Cyrilla is out of commission and some young witches are setting themselves up to be her successors...and courting Cole in the process. Which annoys Maggie, given that she's his girlfriend now.