Wilderness Fiction

It’s London, the Swinging '60s, and by all rights, MI6 spy Joe Wilderness should be having as good a time as James Bond. But alas, his postings are more grim than glamorous. Luckily, Wilderness has a knack for doing well for himself even in the most unpromising postings - though this has gotten him into hot water in the past. A coffee-smuggling gig in divided Berlin was a steady money-maker, but things went pear-shaped when he had to smuggle a spy back to the KGB instead.

Embark on an thrilling isekai journey in "Verdant Vale: Day Zero," the first installment of the riveting Verdant Vale Series. When John, a weary office worker, stumbles upon a mysterious stone, he is transported to a lush, untouched world, his body rejuvenated to his younger self. Armed only with his wits, his childhood skills from Survival Scouts, and a backpack of basic tools, John must learn to thrive in this new reality. As John navigates the wilds of Verdant Vale, he encounters challenges that test his physical and mental fortitude. From crafting essential tools like a hand axe and ...

Some monsters don’t wait for the ash to settle. During the violent eruption of Mt. St. Helens, two campers find themselves cut off from civilization—smoke choking the sky, fire raining down, and something massive lurking just beyond the treeline. What they discover isn't just a matter of life or death. It’s something wounded. Something hunted. Something not supposed to exist. Set decades before the events of Shadows in the Timberline, this novella reveals a forgotten piece of the forest’s dark history—and a single moment that changed everything. Shadow’s Ashes is a gripping, ...

A Parent's Worst Nightmare This is a story for anyone that likes a fast-paced thriller, full of emotion and heart-stopping drama, woven with a thread of the supernatural. Twelve-year-old Kyle Connely is devastated by the death of his father; a murder he witnessed. In his grief, he becomes hopelessly lost in Croatan National Forest where terrifying dangers await his every turn. His time is running out. A hurricane is looming, and in its path is the coastal forest he is trying to survive. Jacob Hanson, a reporter assigned to cover the story, has a gift he's kept hidden all his life. And when ...

A historical adventure book set in Egypt and Sudan during the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Mahdist War in Egypt and Sudan, "Kidnapped in Sudan" narrates the harrowing journey of two children, Stas Tarkowski and Nell Rawlinson, after they are abducted by rebellious forces. This historical adventure spans from the bustling city of Port Said to the desolate stretches of the African wilderness, highlighting their trials, triumphs, and the resilience of human spirit amidst dire circumstances. Stas Tarkowski, a fourteen-year-old boy of Polish descent, shares a close bond ...

The Declaration of Independence identified “the pursuit of happiness” as one of our unalienable rights, along with life and liberty. Jeffrey Rosen, the president of the National Constitution Center, profiles six of the most influential founders—Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton—to show what pursuing happiness meant in their lives....

As a toddler, Jacobia Tiptree watched a man kill her mother. Jake once believed that man to be her father. Now, 35 years after the murder, as the real killer's long-delayed trial is about to begin, the defendant has vanished. Jake tries to distract herself from murder with the constant attempts to keep her 1823 Federal-style fixer-upper from tumbling down on her head. But when her best friend's infant daughter suddenly goes missing, Jake feels her dark past wrapping itself around her.

A widowed father…a heartbroken nanny…and a wagon train journey that will change their lives forever. Since the death of her fiancé, Anne Forbes has given up on the life she thought she’d have. After taking a role as nanny to her two young nephews, she’s grown close to her brother’s family—a replacement for the one she never had the chance to start. But when she accompanies them on the wagon trail to their new life in South Carolina, a handsome and gallant widowed father who’s also part of the group catches her eye and her heart, making her wonder if God might have plans of ...

A historical adventure book set in the post-Civil War South Carolina during the late 19th century. Step into the shoes of young adventurers as they navigate the picturesque yet challenging coastal region of Bluffton, South Carolina, in the aftermath of the Civil War. This historical adventure takes place in the late 19th century, offering readers a vivid portrayal of southern life through the eyes of boys eager to explore and thrive in their unique surroundings. Timeframe and Geographical Location The story unfolds in the late 19th century in Bluffton, South Carolina, a small coastal town ...

Terpsichore can't wait to follow in Laura Ingalls Wilder's footsteps...now she just has to convince her mom. It's 1934, and times are tough for their family. To make a fresh start, Terpsichore’s father signs up for President Roosevelt's Palmer Colony project, uprooting them from Wisconsin to become pioneers in Alaska. Their new home is a bit of a shock - it's a town still under construction in the middle of the wilderness, where the residents live in tents and share a community outhouse. But Terpsichore’s not about to let first impressions get in the way of this grand adventure.

What are the politics of nature? Who owns it, where is it, what role does it play in our lives? Does it need to be tamed? Are we ourselves natural? In A Darker Wilderness, a constellation of luminary writers reflect on the significance of nature in their lived experience and on the role of nature in the lives of Black folks in the United States. Each of these essays engages with a single archival object, whether directly or obliquely, exploring stories spanning hundreds of years and thousands of miles, traveling from roots to space and finding rich Blackness everywhere.

🌲💖 Love is wild… literally! Bigfoot in Love is a whimsical, mysterious, and heartwarming collection of short stories where romance meets the unknown! From gentle Sasquatches watching from the shadows to unexpected forest encounters, these tales will make you laugh, swoon, and maybe even believe in love beyond the ordinary! 🌿 Inside, you'll find: 🦶 A lonely cryptid finding his perfect match 🌕 A woman drawn to the deep woods… and something watching her 💌 Secret letters exchanged between a human and a hidden admirer 🔥 A hunter who becomes the hunted… by love! ✨ ...

Megan, her brother Zack, and their dog Tobi are camping in the forest when Tobi chases a squirrel away. Megan follows Tobi into the woods and see a large shadow of a shaggy-haired creature…

A historical fiction book set in Alaska and the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush in 1896. Experience the thrill and peril of the Klondike Gold Rush through the eyes of those who dared to chase dreams amid the unforgiving wilderness of Alaska and the Yukon. With the promise of gold glittering in their minds, a diverse group of hopefuls embarks on a grueling journey filled with both camaraderie and conflict, where every step brings new challenges and revelations. As the protagonists navigate from Seattle to Juneau and onward to the treacherous Chilkoot Pass, they endure physical exhaustion...

A heart-pounding novel of a love that must truly conquer all. LOVE'S WHISPER is the highly-rated tenth book in Wiley's bestselling novels of the American frontier. Danger and beauty, trials and heroism, faith and family, at the heart of the American frontier. A sweet historical romance set against the stunning backdrop of the Kentucky wilderness. In 1811, strengthened by his own struggles and triumphs, Liam Roberts earned the respect of his commanding officers and his current boss, cattleman Stephen Wyllie. Although Liam considers himself a homebody, he lacks a home. Tired of bunkhouse life...

Eleven-year-old Zach Feather can't wait to go on his first pheasant hunting trip, especially when he learns his parents have a surprise for him—a new bird dog! The family travels across the state from the Cherokee reservation in eastern Oklahoma to hunt pheasant on a relative's ranch.

No electricity, no family, no connection to the outside world. For eight years, Cooper and his young daughter, Finch, have lived in isolation in a remote cabin in the northern Appalachian woods. And that's exactly the way Cooper wants it, because he's got a lot to hide. Finch has been raised on the books filling the cabin’s shelves and the beautiful but brutal code of life in the wilderness. But she’s starting to push back against the sheltered life Cooper has created for her - and he’s still haunted by the painful truth of what it took to get them there.

A Historical Fiction book set in Southwestern Kansas and New Mexico during the early 1840s. In "The Santa Fe Blood Trail," embark on a gripping journey along the perilous Santa Fe Trail in November 1840, where the landscape is as unforgiving as the conflicts brewing between traders and the fierce Kiowa tribe. Young Oliver Wiggins, a spirited 13-year-old horse herder, finds his adventure turns into a harrowing test of bravery as he grapples with the real dangers of frontier life, witnessing the clash between the resilience of American pioneers and the fierce determination of Native Americans...

In this groundbreaking epic biography, Douglas Brinkley draws on never-before-published materials to examine the life and achievements of our "naturalist president." By setting aside more than 230 million acres of wild America for posterity between 1901 and 1909, Theodore Roosevelt made conservation a universal endeavor. This crusade for the American wilderness was perhaps the greatest U.S. presidential initiative between the Civil War and World War I.

Survive the unexpected. Statistically, you're more likely to die from a vending machine than a shark. But, Rob Nelson knows many shark survivors. His college girlfriend was attacked by a crocodile and his roommate, a grizzly bear. His wife was sucked by a wave down a blowhole, he was left stranded at sea after a storm sank his sailboat, and the list goes on and on. To Rob, these "improbable" altercations are "random acts of nature," and he's learned how to survive them.