Norse Vikings

Who were the Vikings? Did they earn the reputation of remorseless raiders and greedy pirates? Where they more than the mere barbarians and plunderers that history makes them out to be? Find out the truth about the Vikings with History of Vikings: From The History of Rune Stones to Norse Mythology by Michael J. Stewart. Stewart takes you beyond rumor and speculation and into the real world of the Scandinavian seafarers known as the Vikings. You’ll get the true story, not an oversimplified Hollywood myth.

Norwegen im Jahre 993: Hilflos muss der junge Torstein zusehen, wie fremde Krieger seinen Vater brutal ermorden. Ihm selbst gelingt die Flucht, und er findet ein neues Zuhause auf den Orkney-Inseln. Doch ein ruhiges Leben ist ihm nicht bestimmt: Weil er sich in die falsche Frau verliebt, muss er erneut fliehen. Nach monatelanger Irrfahrt verschlägt es ihn zurück in seine Heimat. Und dann ist endlich klar, was das Schicksal für ihn vorgesehen hat.

Between the 8th and 11th centuries, Vikings stormed out of their Scandinavian homelands to raid and loot along the coasts of Europe. In old Norse, to "go viking" meant to take to sea in a long ship for an adventure. Sometimes this was a trading trip, sometimes a piratical raid. Often it was both. Explorers and traders, warriors and poets, they ranged between Byzantium in the south and ventured as far as Iceland and even North America. Their fame lives on.

Freydis Eiriksdatter, one of the most remarkable women of the Viking age, leads a harsh life amongst the towering cliffs and great glaciers of Greenland. She has the warrior spirit of her father, Eirik the Red, and as Christianity conquers Greenland, she continues to worship the old Norse gods. Like her brother, Leif Eiriksson, she’s cursed with an adventurer’s soul. Her biggest desire is to become a legendary explorer. Driven by ambition, curiosity—a restless hunger for more—she sets out on a hazardous voyage to Vinland.

Loki vowed that Asgard would burn. Bohdi Patel, latest incarnation of Chaos, wants nothing to do with Loki's psychotic oath. Stranded on the icy world of Jotunheim with Amy Lewis, his friend Steve Rogers, and an unlikely band of civilians, magical beings, and elite military, Bohdi just wants to keep himself and his friends alive - but when you're Chaos incarnate, even the simplest goals are complicated. If Jotunheim doesn't kill them, Odin will. And if Odin doesn't, the secrets they harbor might.

Ivar Sorenson is not only his father's heir to their jarldom, he's his parents' last remaining son. There isn't much choice for the future jarl when his father demands an alliance with their feuding neighbor. That alliance can only come in the form of a marriage...to a woman Ivar doesn't want and doesn't like. Can Ivar convince his father that a marriage is needed to end the feud? Can he prove that the woman he loves is the woman his tribe needs to lead alongside him?

Raef Skallagrim wants to take the sea road. His ship is fast and sleek, his crew skilled and eager, and they will seek out new lands and win fame in the eyes of the gods. But Raef’s father refuses to allow the journey and when a stranger brings word that the king is dead and a gathering has been called to choose a successor, Raef must set aside his dream for his duty to his ancestral lands and his father. When factions split at the gathering, Raef finds himself mired in bloodshed and treachery.

Vulgar knows it's his time to shine. Will he perform his armpit 'music' or juggle some elk poo? No! He will act out a Viking legend, with fighting and dragons and giants and all that stuff. And he will win! Won't he?

"...an incredibly impressive fantasy action film that is sure to appeal to fans of The Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones." – Fresh Voices To ensure that the horrors of war would not return, the priests created a sacred order, the STORM DRAGONS, warriors prepared from childhood for one single purpose: to never be defeated and thus preserve peace. For centuries they have fulfilled their mission. But an ancient prophecy is about to take place: The IMMORTAL will be revealed, hauling the Dragon Champions through the gates of death, bringing the ultimate war and the end of the Three Nations...

The Norse gods have enjoyed a rebirth in popular culture as movies, comics, and video games that tell their tales of courage and valor. But as we travel into the past, we discover the roots of lore that gave birth to these remarkable deities whose exploits continue to excite our imaginations, even centuries after the Vikings of yore were the terror of Europe.

Vinland Unearthed: The Norse Saga of Newfoundland by Neil L. Rideout offers a comprehensive exploration of Norse exploration in North America, with a particular focus on the historic site of L'Anse aux Meadows in Newfoundland. The book opens with a vivid introduction to the Viking Age, painting a picture of the adventurous spirit, advanced seafaring technology, and cultural vibrancy that characterized Norse society. Rideout recounts the legendary voyages of Leif Erikson, as told in the Sagas of Vinland, which describe the discovery of a mysterious and fertile land across the Atlantic.

Rafa thinks he's safe in witness protection until a former FBI partner is murdered and he's arrested for the crime. Has he been set up? He can't divulge enough truth to get off - it would endanger his new family. Sentenced to life in prison and heartbroken by his wife's rejection, he trades cell time for a one-way ticket off-planet and becomes a disposable employee for a company prospecting the galactic frontier.

A Song for the Rune-Marked Lifa, a gifted young rune-carver, thought she knew her place in the world—working quietly in her village, shaping protective charms to sell at market. But when she discovers an ancient, rune-marked stone hidden in the ruins of a long-forgotten temple, her life takes a dramatic turn. The stone’s runes flare to life, imprinting her skin with a pattern that seems to pulse with untapped power. Overnight, Lifa becomes the latest of the Rune-Marked, an enigmatic lineage woven deeply into the mysterious Web of Wyrd—a cosmic tapestry connecting all Nine Worlds. As ...

Step into the realm of myth and mystery with "The Judgement of the Thing: 13 New Myths from Rune Divinations." In this captivating collection, Jon Vaningi masterfully intertwines the ancient art of rune divination with the timeless tradition of Norse storytelling. Each myth is more than just a tale—it's a journey into the heart of the Viking soul, where gods, heroes, and the mysterious forces of the cosmos dance on the edge of destiny. The stories are rooted in the rich soil of the Prose Eddas, yet they spring forth with fresh life, offering readers a unique and immersive experience. ...

The Aesir call a Wild Hunt when a man crosses the ocean towards Asgard. Jormungander, the Midgard Serpent, should be stopping him but is missing. Is the man an advance scout for an invasion? What has happened to Jormungander? It’s up to Thor to solve this mystery.

“Absolute magic.” —Grady Harp, Amazon Hall of Fame and Top 100 Reviewer In this Beauty & The Beast role-swapping mashup, Saxa is stripped of her powers and cursed by her two sisters. She has twelve weeks to change her ways or lose everything—including her life. Brandr, shipwrecked after a terrible storm, is swept into the world of gods and goddesses. When he trades his life for his brother’s, he sentences himself to a world he knows nothing about. When their paths collide, nothing is as it seems. Who will survive this game of immortals? **First released on Kindle Vella What ...

***An epic return to the world of the bestselling The Craftsman and the Wizard!*** A wizard hiding from his destiny. A boy who must become a king. A princess that wields the hand of fate. When a mysterious army comes to Vestmor, the survival of their people is in their hands. But to save the day, they will have to vanquish dragons and necromancers, giants and goblin armies, sorcerers, swordsmen, and legions of the dead. The incomparable author of the Immortal trilogy brings us everything a fantasy novel can and should be.

In the epic saga of "Chronicles of Womania: The Light of Galdramar," Sonja and her allies face a cataclysmic battle against Thor's dark forces to restore balance to the cosmos. Amidst gods, mortals, and mythical beings, they wield venom-laced weapons and ancient magic, confronting death trolls, soul reapers, and draugrs. As alliances are forged and sacrifices made, Sonja's unwavering determination leads her through a maelstrom of heroism and chaos, fighting to end Thor’s reign and preserve the fate of all realms.

When failing trainee Valkyrie Lotta mistakes an unconscious Viking thief, Whetstone, for a fallen hero and takes him triumphantly to Valhalla, things are definitely not turning out to be epic or glorious. Having lost a precious talking cup, Whetstone is also desperate to cover up his mistake and the two embark on a quarrelsome journey to find it and regain their heroic status. But Loki the trickster God is desperate to get his hands on the cup with a plan to unleash chaos across the nine worlds. Can Whetstone prove himself a hero after all when it matters most?

Hunted by ruthless warriors who will stop at nothing to see her destroyed, Lifa must embrace a destiny she never sought. With the Web of Wyrd unraveling and the Nine Worlds teetering on the brink of chaos, her only hope lies in an ancient artifact: the Shattered Spear. Once wielded by a hero of legend, the spear’s fragments are scattered across the realms, hidden behind deadly trials and guarded by powerful forces. To recover them, Lifa must embark on a perilous journey that will test not only her courage and skill, but also the very depths of her spirit. Each piece she claims brings her ...