Old Fantasy

In this exquisite collection of children’s folktales, Zitkála-Šá shares the legends that were handed down to her through generations of Yankton storytellers. These tales display the wide range of insights and observations that accrue to such stories through repeated iteration, but they also benefit from the sharp ear and finely tuned sensibility of Zitkála-Šá as a writer. Her characters seem to speak to us—often crying out to us—in the same tones that Zitkála-Šá must once have heard.

Lisa looked out across the yard at the neighbor’s deck. There she was again. Chloe. That college girl who was house-sitting for the Jarvis family while they took a nice long European vacation. Chloe loved to suntan in her tiny yellow bikini. She did at least seem to realize that it was unhealthy, because she wore sunscreen – a lot of it. And she always took her top off to apply it. Lisa’s husband, Matt, had begun to take a special interest in yard work that summer. He always seemed to find a reason to be in the backyard while Chloe was out tanning, and Lisa frequently saw them making ...

Seven stories of passion and love separated by centuries but mysteriously intertwined - this is a tale of horror and beauty, tenderness and sacrifice. An archaeologist who unearths a mysterious artifact, an airman who finds himself far from home, a painter, a ghost, a vampire, and a Viking: the seven stories in this compelling novel all take place on the remote Scandinavian island of Blessed where a curiously powerful plant that resembles a dragon grows. What binds these stories together? What secrets lurk beneath the surface of this idyllic countryside?

When a dominant twenty-year-old psychology student meets a recently divorced tech millionaire, she awakens his submissive desires and transforms him from successful businessman to her willing servant, proving that age is no barrier to surrender. The moment I saw him walk into that coffee shop, I knew I had to have him. Damian Blackburn - successful programmer, recently divorced, and old enough to be my father. Perfect. I'm Eden Chase, a psychology student with a plan. While most girls my age chase after college boys, I prefer my men mature, established... and completely under my control. ...

Tales of Old Japan (1871) is an anthology of classic tales compiled by Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford, Lord Redesdale. The narratives - adapted from Japanese sources - covers various aspects of Japanese life before the Meiji Restoration of 1868. Engaging with an arresting range of subjects such as Buddhist sermons, knightly exploits, ghost stories, fairy tales, folklore, terrifying vampires, noble samurai, and the plots of four Noh plays, the collection also serves as a treasure trove of information on the customs, characters, and places of the time.

Seventeen-year-old Kiva Meridan has spent the last 10 years fighting for survival in the notorious death prison Zalindov, working as the prison healer. When the Rebel Queen is captured, Kiva is charged with keeping the terminally ill woman alive long enough for her to undergo the Trial by Ordeal: a series of elemental challenges against the torments of air, fire, water and earth, assigned to only the most dangerous of criminals.

One woman isn't enough... When Jack discovers Lilly’s sexy married cousin, Izzy, working at the tavern, he asks her to the Harvest Dance in the hopes they can smolder together on one hot summer night. Too bad for Jack, she’s only interested in one man, and it’s not him. But when the Prophet visits Jack in his dreams, she gives him a red-hot reward and his next quest. He must find a way to make the buxom barkeep his young hot MILF or he can forget about ever becoming the Harem Master. Now it’s on Jack to unlock the key to Izzy’s heart and plant his seed in the one woman who has the...

Stuck in the shadow realm and straight out of luck, I’m more alone than ever. Even my friends are frightened of me now that they know the truth. Happy mid-life to me! That is, until my demon in rusty armor comes to my rescue. Now, I realize the magical world is so much bigger than I ever imagined, and it turns out, bigger than anyone else did, either. The Knights Templar are determined to stage a comeback at any cost, and my star-lit blood is the key to their plans. With only a demon to guide me, I have to find a way out of the shadow realm and back to Earth before magic is unleashed ...

I anticipated a tranquil mountain retreat with just my daughter, but fate had other plans when I rescued Harper Jones from a crash - the relentless attorney who represented my ex in our divorce. Now stranded together, tension crackles between us. She certainly looks down on my blue-collar lifestyle. But the longer we're stuck together, I see there's more to Harper than meets the eye. She is passionate, quick-witted, and undeniably charming. Despite my efforts to resist, I find myself drawn to her. I'm fighting this attraction every step, but how long until I give in to our explosive ...

Greg's life on the farm is incredibly fulfilling, surrounded by stunning roses and passionate women. With the launch of the new online retail store, the product workshop, and the farm tours, their days are busier than ever. Each woman is committed to enhancing and expanding the farm's business. Greg is excited about their next ambition: the resort. In the meantime, Greg becomes acquainted with Sadie, the farm's newest member. He is immediately drawn to the curvy blonde when they first meet. Her and her father’s past connection with Adrianna intrigues him even more. Sadie's expertise as a ...

Debra knows Mildred is up to no good and is suspicious of her grandfather's music room, especially the old player piano! She has tried to talk to her grandfather about Mildred to get him to see her for what she really is, but you know what they say about love being blind? Well, her grandfather can't even see straight! Even Middle C is worried about Mildred, and he likes everyone! If Mildred does follow through with her plan to get rid of the old player piano, how will Debra be able to time travel and continue her romantic relationship with Ted? She has also been rewarded with a trip of a ...

I preferred it when life came in tidy packages. When it didn’t — when something went awry — I was exceedingly skilled at packaging it back up. It was my job to do so after all. I was a reconstructionist. I collected the puzzle pieces, then I gave those pieces to an investigative team to sort out. I didn't ask questions. I didn't offer answers. I saw. I recorded. I moved on. I didn't dwell or obsess. I didn’t hunt down suspects. I didn’t follow clues to find a killer. And I certainly didn’t work side by side with anyone.

I’d given myself and Sisu 12 days to get settled into our new life before tackling my first official day as the head archivist of the magical archives at the National Museum of Ireland. Our new kitchen was under construction, with the electrical and plumbing upgrades in the main rooms of the estate well on the way. I knew how and where to buy groceries, and had arranged a tutor for Sisu. Totally under control.

Sanctuary beckons but hides a deadly secret within. An archaic power awakens, but the shadows of antiquity conceal a terrible truth. Fugitives from the Conclave, Dormael and his friends flee with the armlet in their possession. Hounded by their former allies, they undertake a dangerous trek to an ancient ruin—a place where the only things older than the stones are the secrets buried beneath them. Pain and darkness wait in the halls of the dead, but something worse may be closing in from behind. With evil stirring, the fate of the world hangs in the balance.

Sophie, Countess of Segur was a Russian-born French writer who lived from 1799 to 1874. This collection of stories draws on the rich heritage of French medieval literature, courtly love, magic charms and gallant deeds. In each story, the hero or heroine must undertake a quest or overcome a series of impossible challenges in order to reach their goal - often with the aid of magic. The stories are remarkably vibrant and well written, containing many elements of surprise and humour as well as chivalry and courtly romance.

Emily feels left out by her group of friends at school, but her world is turned upside down when she befriends newcomer Brianna. Soon, Emily notices that Brianna has magical powers and doesn't hesitate to use them to manipulate those around her, for better or for worse. Will Emily succumb to the lure of popularity and black magic by siding with her new best friend? Or will she decide to stay true to herself, even if it means losing her friendships? An urban fantasy novel set in high school filled with magic that captivates teenage girls who dream of finally finding their place in the world.

He needs her to save his kind...but in the process will she be destroyed? Being head of Stonybrooke University is more than just a title. It's a position of power. One that Kane Desmond desperately seeks to obtain. With sketchy rogues attempting to corrupt the wolf shifters and erase the Old Laws to serve a chilling agenda, there is only one option. To mentor the young shifters of SSU so that they will vote against the bill. There's only one problem. To obtain this position, Kane will need a virgin bride. When his daughter volunteers her friend Lia to come to the rescue, he is shocked that ...

Susan’s husband Jim has just hired a hot new secretary. Emily is friendly, funny and drop-dead gorgeous. Other women might feel threatened by their husbands having such a sexy younger woman as an employee. Not Susan. That’s because sharing her husband with a younger woman is Susan’s ultimate fantasy – a fantasy that Jim has so far been reluctant to indulge. That all changes after a steamy afternoon romp fueled by filthy conversations about Emily. Soon, all of Susan’s cuckquean fantasies are on their way to coming true. But what plans does their cuckcake, Emily, have in store for ...

Come join our young hero as he finds a cure for his summertime blues as he embarks on another explicit, erotic adventure with the lovely MILFs he comes across. By the time his summer is over, he'll definitely know that MILF does a body good.

This book was previously published as “Spicing Up My Marriage” by Reba Bale. Facing the possibility of divorce, three loving couples decide to try something drastic in this 3 book collection… sharing their deepest, darkest fantasies with strangers. Is your marriage on the rocks? Our Resuscitate Your Marriage retreat will help you move past your marital issues and bring new life to your relationship. We use non-traditional approaches and innovative ideas to save even the most troubled marriage. The retreat at a luxury Caribbean island sounded like just the ticket to safely explore ...