Old Fantasy

Ever since the monster apocalypse hit town, average 13 year old Jack Sullivan has been living in his tree house, which he's armed to the teeth with catapults and a moat, not to mention video games, and an endless supply of Oreos and Mountain Dew scavenged from abandoned stores. But Jack alone is no match for the hordes of Zombies and Winged Wretches and Vine Thingies, and especially not for the eerily intelligent monster known only as Blarg. So Jack builds a team.

Kevin never thought he would have his first time with an older woman, let alone a sexy, beautiful woman, who baked mouth-watering cupcakes. Kevin works as a lifeguard at a gym in a wealthy neighborhood after his recent graduation from high school. It doesn’t take him long to fall head over heels for Brianna, a beautiful but aloof blonde girl of his age. Although he knows he doesn’t have any chance with her, Kevin makes a mistake in asking Brianna out and gets a humiliating scorn. Brianna’s stepmom Sandra witnesses the drama and offers to help Kevin win over Brianna by giving him a ...

At seventy-five years old, John Perry is after a fresh start - so, naturally, he joins the army. Earth's military machine can transform elderly recruits, restoring their lost youth. But in return, its Colonial Defence Force demands two years of hazardous service in space. This is how Perry finds himself in a new body, crafted from his original DNA. A genetically enhanced and upgraded new body, ready for battle. But upgrades alone won't keep Perry safe. He'll be fighting for his life on the front line as he defends humanity's colonies from hostile aliens.

Mike and his family escaped a vast zombie horde to find themselves imprisoned by a clandestine group that seeks global domination by the most nefarious means possible. Help is coming, in the form of a 500-year-old PopTart loving vampire named Tommy. Will he be enough to get the Talbots to freedom or will he succumb to monsters new and old? On top of all this Mike discovers that he is in the crosshairs of an ancient enemy and it is only a matter of time until the final showdown.

Mike stays with his friend Hannah for the summer, and is swept up by her mother's beauty and grace. He knows he's too young for her, but she's exactly what he wants in a woman. Tanya loves having him there, as he does all the chores and brightens her day. She grew up with similar circumstances to Mike, and it's easy for her to empathize with him. The attraction overwhelms Mike, and she's all he can think about. Tanya walks in on him in the basement, spurring her own illicit fantasies that begin to consume her. It's completely forbidden. They're twenty years apart, but they already live ...

The more the merrier… After visiting Exotic Wines, Greg is impressed by Odette's adept business management and touched by her determination to support the rose farm. He decides to help mend the friendship between Odette and Paula. However, Paula is hesitant to welcome her ex-best friend back into her life, which strains her relationship with Greg. Meanwhile, Odette's daughter, Kaia—a beautiful brunette and Aria's best friend—expresses her interest in Greg. Greg is caught in a dilemma: he feels drawn to Kaia but doesn't want to further complicate the relationship between the two ...

☠️ Jump into My Nana is a Vampire—A Spooky, Thrilling Adventure for Preteens! 🧛 ith cool artwork by Linda Palomera-Terpe, every page crackles with excitement! Her illustrations bring this suspenseful, dark novella to life, making it unforgettable. 🖊️ From New York Times bestselling author T. R. Terhune, My Nana is a Vampire delivers a spellbinding tale of mystery, courage, and supernatural suspense. What’s it about? Join 10-year-old Wyatt and his extraordinary Nana, Colleen, as they tackle bullies, uncover family secrets, and face a looming supernatural threat in this slow-...

Award-winning author Garth Nix returns to the Old Kingdom with a thrilling prequel complete with dark magic, royalty, dangerous action, a strong heroine, and flawless world-building. This epic fantasy adventure is destined to be a classic, and is perfect for fans of Game of Thrones.

After a short visit to Philadelphia, Greg returns to the rose farm. The farm has seen some changes in his absence, and so have the women. Paula and Odette surprise him with one delightful revelation after another. Meanwhile, Belle and her best friend Hazel are engrossed in their numerous projects in the workshop. Aria has discovered a new passion for managing online bouquet orders and leading farm tours alongside Kaia. Their enthusiasm excites Greg, and he feels truly fulfilled with his new life. He now juggles various roles: harvesting roses, managing the farm, offering business advice, ...

Lirael has never felt like a true daughter of the Clayr. Abandoned by her mother, ignorant of her father's identity, Lirael resembles no one else in her large extended family living in the Clayr's glacier. She doesn't even have the Sight, the ability to See into the present and possibly futures, that is the very birthright of the Clayr.

Our mate bonds are unbreakable, but even fate demands a price Fresh out of a messy divorce and stuck in a dead-end office job, my thirties are looking pretty dreary. But when a handsome man shrouded in mystery claims he’s one of my fated mates, my life is forever changed. Sunder treats me like I’m a punishment from the Gods. Yet when he touches me, the power flowing between us leaves me breathless. There’s something changing behind his broody glare. My skin burns white hot when his arms wrap around me, and it’s not just the magic we share. Bobble, my treasured housecat, is more than...

After helping Astrid conquer Cerro Torre, Simon and his female companions head north to search for his ex-girlfriend Joanne, who vanished in Patagonia. They arrive at a cherry orchard where Joanne once stayed and meet the enigmatic Roux sisters. Sophia and Amelia abandoned their modern life in France to embrace a simple, rustic existence in the South American wilderness. Though equally beautiful and spirited, the sisters share a bitter rivalry. Simon finds himself both flattered and unsettled as they openly compete for his attention. During his stay at the orchard, Simon grows increasingly ...

What if Belle's mother cursed the Beast? As Old as Time is the third book in a new YA line that reimagines classic Disney stories in surprising new ways. When Belle touches the Beast's enchanted rose, memories flood through Belle's mind - memories of a mother she thought she would never see again. And, stranger still, she sees that her mother is none other than the beautiful enchantress who cursed the castle and all its inhabitants.

Sixteen all-new stories by science fiction's top talents, collected by best-selling author George R. R. Martin and multiple-award-winning editor Gardner Dozois.

After her twin sister’s brutal murder, former US Army Sergeant Allison “Lex” Luther vowed to protect her niece, Charlie. So when two vampires try to kidnap the baby, it quickly turns into a fight to the death - Lex’s death, that is.

When Bob promised his dying friend he would take care of the three women in his family, he didn’t know what exactly he got himself into. Now he not only finds himself responsible for saving John’s breast implant company, but also in charge of the three gorgeous women's happiness. John’s widow Helen is a stunning model who became famous with the help of the very product made by John’s company and Bob is one of her fans. John’s older daughter Evelyn, a beautiful redhead and an intelligent medical student is determined to pursue her dad’s unfinished dream but is unsure about a ...

From leaky pipes to an unconventional romance... Zack, a heartbroken programmer, has been living life on autopilot since his fiancée left him. When his kitchen sink springs a leak, he calls Karlson Plumbing and meets the dynamic duo, Faye and Raye Karlson. The sisters quickly fix the leaky sink, but Zack, drawn to their charm and expertise, finds excuses to keep them around as he discovers more plumbing issues in his old house. Through shared meals, late-night conversations, and plumbing emergencies, Zack forms a deep connection with both sisters that goes beyond friendship. Faye and Raye,...

“I've summoned you because you're the only man I could ever fully trust with Nathalia's virtue. You're my foster brother and best friend. I need someone to protect and guard Nathalia, and I can think of no one else I would trust with this.” Sir Kay is a retired Knight of the Round Table. For the last decade, he's lived alone in a coastal cottage, taking odd jobs and drinking too much. After many years of solitude, Kay gets an unexpected summons from King Arthur, his foster brother and old friend. What could King Arthur possibly need from him after all this time? King Arthur is living in...

Vasilisa has listened to tales of Old Rus all her life, a fantastical forest realm ruled over by the witch Baba Yaga, home to the mischievous Leshy, the deadly rusalka, and Old Koschei, butcher of hearts. But never would she have dreamed it to be real -- nor imagined that she would go searching for it, accompanied only by Ivan, a mysterious orphan searching for revenge. When her grandmother falls ill and the visions begin, Vasilisa embarks on a journey to the thrice-tenth kingdom, where the secret to Babka's cure and Ivan's revenge lies hidden in the mists.

Lirael lost one of her hands in the binding of Orannis, but now she has a new hand, one of gilded steel and Charter Magic. On a dangerous journey, Lirael returns to her childhood home, the Clayr's Glacier, where she was once a Second Assistant Librarian. There a young woman from the distant North brings her a message from her long-dead mother, Arielle. It is a warning about the Witch with No Face. But who is the Witch, and what is she planning?