New Adventures

(NOTE: This story is a revised edition of an earlier story, The Adventure of the Assassino Pazzo . If you have already purchased that story, do not also buy this one. Just chose another New Sherlock Holmes mystery.)Sherlock Holmes and I were standing under the balcony of a London hotel when a woman’s body fell from the top floor. The insane Napolitano, recently escaped from Broadmoor, had struck again. Strangely, every one of his victims was a French official living in London. Every day he was murdering and mutilating another victim. France was angry. The treaty with England was at risk. ...

THE ADVENTURE OF CHARLOTTE EUROPA GOLDERTON. SHERLOCK HOLMES ENCOUNTERS A FEMME FATALE. THE ONLY WAY TO STOP HER IS TO MARRY HER. In the original Sherlock Holmes story about Charles Augustus Milverton, “the worst man in London,” was shot and sent to his just reward. But now another diabolical scheme of blackmail has emerged centered in the telegraph offices of the Royal Mail. It is linked to an archeological expedition whose director disappeared one night. Someone is prepared to do murder to protect their ill-gotten gain and possibly steal a priceless treasure. Holmes is hired by not ...

Sheesh... Vampires can be like children sometimes. In our quest to unite the underworld against the coming flood of darkness, a visit to Darkeum Cove was first on the list. Although I would hardly call the Noctem island a popular vacation spot, it had to be done. Uniting the underworld meant uniting everyone, and that included the same vampires who would just assume I disappeared forever. It shouldn’t have mattered one way or the other, seeing as how full authority over the underground clan was Marco’s by right. At least, that was we assumed before an official challenge to his authority...

After a surprise visit to Earth, Dean and his crew travel to Proxima Centauri, home of humanity’s first colony world. Once again, Dean’s efforts to lead a normal life are cut short when his sister is threatened by deadly creatures at Terran Five, Spero’s northernmost outpost. There, Dean stumbles on an ancient secret, buried deep in the snow-covered mountains, that will change his life forever. And when communication with Earth ends, he realizes his worst nightmare has come true. The Bhlat have arrived.

In the opulent sinking city of Dantessa, the Great Game rules all. Pia Paro believes that so long as you follow the rules, you always have a chance at winning. But after her beloved Gramps is sentenced to a life of servitude, Pia accepts a dangerous offer and joins a team of players seeking to win the most perilous game of all: Noctis. The Seafoxes—Pia’s new teammates—are unlike anyone she’s ever met. There’s bold Carlo; macabre Serafina; kindhearted Pasquale; and their ringleader, Vittoria. Each has their own reason for playing, and soon, Pia begins to question all her long-held beliefs.

In A CASTILIAN ADVENTURE former teacher Jane Holden relates the story of her move to northern Spain. At fifty-seven she feels that life may be passing her by, so she decides to put her Spanish studies into practice and sets off on an open-ended trip in order to immerse herself in another culture. Starting in Madrid and intending to tour Castile and León, she soon decides to go with the flow and allow new friendships to influence her eventual destination. This amusing and informative account is a must-read for all those interested in the possibilities Spain offers away from the crowded coast.

Nick Caine and Ishi receive an assignment they can’t refuse from their mysterious employer, Project GoldenEye. They must use their dubious talents to steal something from the Illuminati. The infamous and much whispered about, Map of the Masons... A blueprint for establishing the New World Order. Just talking about this thing could get a person killed, Much less stealing it. With a beautiful local named Cat joining their hunt, the race is on to recover the map. All while being stalked by agents of the Illuminati. It's a cloak-and-dagger quest for the key to world power. Click BUY NOW or ...

When Edward "Eddie" Grant returns to Baker's Creek after four years at Harvard University, he finds himself caught between two worlds—his Eastern education and his Western upbringing. Just as he's struggling to find his place, a mysterious stranger arrives claiming a connection to Eddie's biological father, a Confederate soldier who died before Eddie was born. Colonel Marcus Harrington's tales of secret missions and hidden Confederate gold force Eddie to question everything he thought he knew about his birth father's legacy. When Harrington's true motives emerge, Eddie must protect his ...

The central theme of this collection of short stories is denial and self-deception. We humans are a unique species, capable of incredible achievements such as space travel, uncovering the secrets of nature, and exploring the depths of the ocean and the mysteries of the atom. However, we also have a tendency toward self-destruction, manifesting in widespread destruction like war on a global scale and personal struggles with alcohol, finances, and relationships, which can lead to individual disasters. This contradiction is explored through stories of mature and competent individuals who ...

★★★★★ “Casino Royale with superheroes.” An international supervillain summit. Androids, clones, and the Russian mob. And the martinis? Shaken, not stirred... Spitball is finally one of the Phenomenal Five. But the Five aren’t exactly heroes anymore. They’ve followed Miracle Worker’s path and become underground saviors wanted by the law. But that doesn’t make bad guys now, does it? Maybe it does... Miracle Worker has been invited to a secret meeting of supervillains. An annual convention of spies, terrorists, and mad scientists. And he has a history with them. Luke (...

At middle age, Herb and Nancy Payson decided they needed a change. Why not give up life on shore, quit their jobs in the smoky nightclubs of Los Angeles, and take up the cruising life? In Sea Foam, their 36-foot ketch, the Paysons and their large brood of teenage children cruised the Pacific for six and a half years. They experienced a certain amount of stark terror, but their delights far outbalanced the drawbacks. This special 35th anniversary edition is enhanced with a foreword by Lin Pardey, plus Herb's reflections on how cruising affected his children and his relationship with his determined, lifelong partner/wife Nancy.

Sebastian is the clumsy, heedless prince of the red gorillas. The Eternal Flame that protects his troop has inexplicably gone out, and the jungle is withering and dying. Sebastian must venture down Crimson Mountain to find Glinda, who he hopes will restore the flame. On his journey, the red gorilla makes good friends and faces dangerous enemies. Meanwhile, in the Emerald City, all of the wonderful animated characters such as Jack Pumpkinhead and Scraps have lost their spirits, and Ozma must discover why her dear friends can no longer move nor speak.

The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes was a radio show which aired in the USA from 1939-1950, most famously starring Basil Rathbone as Sherlock and Nigel Bruce as Dr. Watson. Episodes from 1939 through 1943 were written or adapted by Edith Meiser from the books of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. From 1943 onward, most shows were written or adapted by the team of Dennis Green and Anthony Boucher or Green and Leslie Charter is who replaced Meiser who left the show over her disagreements with a sponsor over the amount of violence in the program.

Did anyone ever tell you about the Dimension Rifts? Yes, portals to other dimensions, which one day, sprung up all over the entire world. Rumors say it happened on a day like any other, and it came without any warning. With the Dimension Rifts appearing all over the world, a new era had come. Though filled with endless possibilities, its lurking dangers would prove to be our end. That was the start of the apocalypse; the Dimension Apocalypse. It's also the start of one man's story: Evan Cross, a warrior from the destroyed future of Earth.

"This time my wife has gone TOO FAR!!!!!" A seemingly ordinary marriage takes an unexpected turn when Bob discovers a shocking secret about his wife, Candy. What begins as innocent exploration transforms into a provocative journey that will challenge everything they thought they knew about their relationship. While Bob believes he's guiding Candy's desires, she has plans of her own — revealing a bold, independent side that will shock and captivate. Their wedding anniversary becomes a pivotal moment of revelation, where Candy presents a daring ultimatum that will change their lives forever...

Beth Dugger finds the roads less traveled in this popular New England state. The book is broken down into six regions: White Mountains, the Lakes Region, Dartmouth and Lake Sunapee, the Monadnock Region, Merrimack Valley, and the Coastal Region, each offering full details on fun things to do. Hiking, fishing, skiing, and canoeing are but a few of the activities covered, with the best outfitters listed for each, along with contact numbers.

Running Toward Mystery is the Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi's profound account of his lifelong journey as a seeker. At its heart is a story of striving for enlightenment, the vital importance of mentors in that search, and of the many remarkable teachers he met along the way, among them the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Mother Teresa.

A famous hotshot and the woman who devastated him. Being famous isn’t enough for Sawyer, he has to make everyone around him famous. When his lifelong love Kate is finally free of her abusive husband can she learn to trust Sawyer and love him again or will his quest for fame be the very thing that keeps them apart? Don’t miss this epic finale to the Famous Friends romances! Sawyer Creed has dedicated his life to not only being famous himself, but to making each of his friends famous in their own right. Sometimes the best-laid plans backfire and if Sawyer doesn’t kill himself with one ...

Rule #1 - Never enter Lupin Forest during the night of a full moon… Unfortunately, innocent good girl Scarlet Mantle is about to find out exactly why you shouldn’t break Steamydale’s number one town rule. ~*~ Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf? Not me. Everyone knows that Steamydale’s town rules are archaic and outdated, made a long time ago when the original settlers had to worry about actual wolves. Nowadays I’m more worried about whether they’ll get my latte right at the local cafe. But when I stay out a little too late before heading to my grandmother’s house one night, ...

Young lawyer Tommy Turdlette made a tactical error when he began dating the daughter of the senior partner in the New York law firm where Tommy was employed. When that romance tanked, Tommy was unceremoniously fired and forced to vacate the apartment provided free by the law firm. Tommy decides to treat this new status as jobless and homeless as a welcome opportunity to improve his life. Tommy moves to Beatrice, Nebraska to start afresh because he is also qualified to practice law in that state. This is Tommy's heartwarming story as the new lawyer in a small town. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donald W...