Cadaver Chronicles: The Code of Silence by Adam Wilson PhD (Superior Oblique Publishing) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 25 minutes ago

Gavin Hartmann, a well-rounded 17-year-old, dies in a tragic accident and reawakens as a plastinated cadaver on display in a museum exhibit. Fellow plastinates welcome him to their fantastical world and disclose that, as cadavers, they are entrusted guardians of undiscovered biomedical intelligence. As a permanent plastinate, he is assigned a new name, Galen, which complements his new persona as a compassionate physician. Upon probing the boundaries of his new persona, Galen acquires the critical foreknowledge to save his high school crush, Morgan, who has a life-threatening genetic heart disease. Galen has only a few short days to intercede on Morgan's behalf before the exhibit departs for a new location and his new persona fully solidifies, erasing all memories of his past life. Moreover, Galen must comply with the cadavers' Code of Silence to avoid dying indefinitely and must navigate the unthinkable by mingling with the living. With the aid of his newfound plastinated comrades, Galen sets out to save his first love, even though he risks perishing forever.

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

Light Bearer (Heir of Light Book 1) by Skyler Walker (3 Reviews)    Price verified 25 minutes ago

An ice age caused by greed for magic... A girl on a dangerous expedition... And a brooding prince she despises. At the dawn of an ice age, the Stelarian army marches far north in search of thawed, habitable land. As a conscripted soldier, eighteen-year-old Aurora has two options: carry out her sentence traversing a frozen wasteland, or die a traitor. But her mother, plagued by an illness linked to the freeze, has little time left to live. Determined to return home, Aurora chooses the riskier option: desertion. As Aurora gets nearer to escape, she also finds herself closer to the general, Ezra, who can either doom her or save her. But love is a luxury she can't afford in a deadly game of survival.

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

The Ultimate Guide to Drawing Manga: Learn the Art of Drawing Anime and Manga Characters with Expert Techniques, Tips, and Creative Insights! Elevate ... by Charles Malone (27 Reviews)    Price verified 25 minutes ago

Ever Dreamed of Creating Your Own Manga Masterpiece, but Felt Overwhelmed by Complex Techniques and Endless Choices? Dive deep into the vibrant world of manga artistry with The Ultimate Guide to Drawing Manga. Whether you're taking your first step into this realm or sharpening your already formidable skills, this comprehensive guide lays out an unparalleled roadmap to mastery, fusing age-old traditions with cutting-edge techniques. Inside, you'll uncover: • Solid Foundations: Dive deep into manga's rich history and gather the essential tools to ignite your artistic voyage. • Core Principles: A deep dive into the basics of manga drawing -- understand shapes, lines, and perspectives to lay a robust foundation for your illustrations. • Facial Mastery: Decode the nuances of capturing facial expressions, from the subtle smirks to dramatic gasps, bringing your characters to life. • Detailed Anatomy: Garner detailed guidance on sketching every element of the face and body, ensuring your characters radiate realism and depth. • Dynamic Portrayals: Unlock the secrets to capturing motion, masterfully depicting every gesture and emotion. • Practical Mastery: Detailed, step-by-step exercises in every chapter ensure that your learning leaps off the pages into your sketchbook. • Character Design: Craft compelling characters with depth, flair, and backstories that tug at the heartstrings. • Artistic Depth: From intricate inking to the delicate dance of light and shadow, elevate your work to resonate with viewers. • World Crafting: Design backgrounds that aren't merely backdrops but integral storytellers in your manga tales. • The Digital Era: Seamlessly transition from traditional strokes to digital masterpieces, leveraging the best of both worlds. If you harbor the burning desire to learn manga and master it, this guide is your ticket. With a steadfast commitment to your transformation, this is more than a book; it's your mentor. Unlock your ...

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

Veingloria: The Beltraine Sisterhood by Asher Sharol Price verified one hour ago

In the heart of the moon-ruled, perpetual night of Nyxhaven, stands the Beltraine Sisterhood, an Academy where witches banish vampires. Gloria gets enrolled into its hallowed halls as the only Channeler, from whom energy is siphoned for the vampire-banishing ritual. But she holds a dark and terrible secret: She's a vampire! One wrong step away from being scorched by the purging fires of Salvia, Gloria skirts around her clueless peers, and the three powerful nun-like Headmistresses of the Sisterhood. With her blood cravings intensifying each night and a mysterious scar twisting around her navel, Gloria knows it's only a matter of time before her world comes crashing down. As the drama unfolds at Beltraine, four royal vampire families are embroiled in a cutthroat political battle for leadership of the fraternity. Draven Blackcross is slowly losing his grip as Nyxhaven's Vampire King. For one, the other three houses plot to have him deposed for his questionable past with their enemies. Even worse, the families are on the verge of discovering his daughter, Tamsyn is a witch. But as unnerving as these facts are, they pale in comparison to a chilling development that has him panicking: a prophecy predicting the return of the BloodVeil. After all, who wouldn't worry about a person with the power to not only destroy him... but to crumble entire worlds? Dive into the heart-stopping world of Veingloria: The Beltraine Sisterhood. Brace yourself for a whirlwind of forbidden secrets, captivating characters, and a prophecy that could rewrite the fate of vampires and witches alike.

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

The Five Seals: The Legend of the Winged People - Book 4 by Alessandra Coco (6 Reviews)    Price verified 25 minutes ago

*** UPDATE: BOOK 5, THE MASTERMIND, WILL BE RELEASED ON MAY 26th, 2024 *** FIVE PENDANTS. A USURPED THRONE. A RELUCTANT HEIR. After The Conspiracy, The Torn Map,and The Shikazi Karaka, in The Five Seals, the highly anticipated fourth installment of The Legend of the Winged People, the adventure continues in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest, where mystery and peril await. To open the entrance of the city, Zalarkas must put together the five seals, the imperial family heirlooms that represent the natural elements. And he'll stop at nothing to achieve it. David and Pam have been separated just as their tender romance was starting to bloom. Determined to rescue his love, David embarks on a treacherous journey to Peru, navigating frayed rope bridges and evading the jaws of hungry caimans. Fortunately, Sophia, Victor, and Mary Anne have his back, but will David's diplomatic skills be enough to keep his contentious team united? Inside a secluded mansion, Pam confronts Zalarkas, the leader of the shikazi karaka, a tormented soul, intimidating yet capable of unsuspected tenderness. While Pam wonders if she can trust his story of justice and utopia or if it's a mere game of smoke and mirrors, she learns a hard lesson when she finally comes to terms with who she really is. Passion, betrayal, acts of courage and camaraderie merge into an intoxicating blend as our heroes fight to survive, endeavor to collect the five precious seals, and search for a lost city that might change their destinies forever. The Five Seals is the fourth book in The Legend of the Winged People, a six-book rollercoaster ride with a cast of unforgettable characters. Join David and Pam as they battle overwhelming odds against human and superhuman antagonists, conquer their deepest fears, and face the most difficult choices they'll ever have to make. PLEASE NOTE: this book is not a standalone, but part of a six-book consecutive series to be read in order. Book 1, The Conspiracy, book 2, The ...

Genre: Teen & Young Adult

Midnight (The Sinful Seven Book 1) by Emma Bruce (2 Reviews)    Price verified 25 minutes ago

Richard Jones aka Midnight, is freshly retired from a life of high class dance, alongside his wife Carina. Where the pair performed for the very creme de la crème of society down at Pink Club -- one of London's best kept secrets for A list celebrities. Having recently moved from London to America the pair must navigate a new life together across the pond. Still finding her husband an enigma where his past is concerned, Carina bravely asks again for Midnight to go over old ground for her. The only trouble is that there are some very deep wounds that will take every ounce of mental strength Midnight has so as to not crack at the first moment of recall -- starting with the very best and worst day of his life. The day his brother Mal was born. Will their love be able to stay the course? Or will opening old wounds risk potential destruction to bleed into their relationship -- threatening the very fabric of their marriage? Read on to find out!

Genre: Teen & Young Adult