The Emperor's Edge Collection (Books 1, 2, and 3) by Lindsay Buroker (7,270 Reviews)    Price verified 7 minutes ago

An enforcer wanted dead for crimes she didn't commit... An assassin wanted dead for crimes he did commit... Normally, they would be enemies, but they both seek the same thing: exoneration. Unfortunately, a nefarious underground organization is attempting to kill the one man who could grant it to them, the emperor. If they want to win their freedom, they'll have to battle powerful wizards, outscheme master schemers, and defeat bloodthirsty monsters, all while dodging friendly fire and evading the law. Exoneration isn't easy. This boxed set includes the first three novels in this high fantasy adventure series: The Emperor's Edge Dark Currents Deadly Games

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

White Russian (Jack Daniels Book 16) by J.A. Konrath (1,302 Review)    Price verified 13 minutes ago

HUMAN TRAFFICKING, SNUFF FILMS, AND ONE WOMAN OUT FOR REVENGE... Just when you get out... Former Chicago cop Jack Daniels thought she'd left her former life behind. She'd traded her badge for a toddler, and her lifelong pursuit of heinous serial killers for a boring house in the suburbs. ... they pull you back in. Then Jack sees some pictures. Pictures of men who were supposed to be dead. And once again, against the fierce insistence of her husband, Phineas Troutt, Jack reluctantly straps on her gun and goes hunting. Hunting for the worst of the worst. This leads to a trek across the Great Plains, searching for a modern slavery ring, on a collision course with three of the most horrible villains Jack has ever faced. But Jack, and her irritating buddy Harry McGlade, will face them, and much more. Because they're prepared to go to hell and back to rescue an old friend. The trick will be getting back in one piece. And -- spoiler alert -- they don't. WHITE RUSSIAN by J.A. ...

Undiscovered America: unknown natural wonders and potential national parks by Zack/Cora Frank (53 Reviews)    Price verified 16 minutes ago

The 54 landscapes featured in this book that fall into two categories. 1) Areas that are virtually unknown but deserve greater appreciation and awareness. 2) Well-known landscapes that are surprisingly not national parks, but people often assume they are. All of these natural wonders deserve greater protection and to be considered alongside the best natural icons the country has to offer. If you asked the average American to name a landscape that defines our national identity, they would most likely respond by saying Yellowstone, Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, the Great Smoky Mountains, or the Everglades. What they might not know is that each of these places is a national park. Our national parks celebrate some of the most exemplary natural landscapes on the planet, boasting a diversity of ecosystems, wildlife, and geology that helped make this country the foundation of the conservation movement. Nowhere else on Earth is there a confluence of deserts, mountains, plains, hills, forests, ...

Genre: Travel

The Devil and the Fool: A JJ Gilbert Mystery (Book 5) by Linda M. Williams (17 Reviews)    Price verified 24 minutes ago

JJ must overcome tragedy, old wounds, and losing her ability to communicate with the dead to solve this mystery. Will she get her gift back in time to decipher the spirit's messages before it is too late? ????? "This author brings a fresh new perspective to sleuthing and the paranormal and she writes in a voice that can't be ignored." In this latest JJ Gilbert Mystery, JJ must overcome a tragic death and the loss of her ability to communicate with the dead, making her amateur sleuth skills more valuable than ever before. The spirit of a young man who JJ could not save in life needs her help, but it won't be easy to solve this mystery. Someone is in danger, and JJ is forced to rely on her police contacts as well as some unlikely sources. JJ must face her past and change her perspective if she has any hope of solving this mystery. To get a clear understanding of the spirit's messages, she will take some dangerous risks and face the consequences, but as always, she won't let any ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Whispers of the Pendle Witches: A Strong Older Female Focused Historical Fiction Novel Focused on the Events Preluding the 1600s English Witch Trials by Kayleigh Kavanagh (9 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

1612 saw one of the largest and well-documented witch hunts in England. To the people of Pendle, Demdike is a name both scorned and feared. Matriarch or monster, they only see an impoverished hag. At her age, Demdike knows she should be long in her grave, but with mouths to feed she hasn't the luxury of rest. Trained in the cunning arts, she uses her craft to help others, but not all look favourably on her gift. When the Justice of the Peace arrives in Pendle, Demdike soon realises the whispers of witches are spreading, and they're focused on her. Between herself and her long-time frenemy "Chattox" can the two wise women ensure their bloodlines survive? Even if they know they won't. [Second Edition (Editorial Updates) May 2024]

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Villain by Tasha Preston (221 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

The first time I met Casper Hart, I turned him down despite his good looks and obvious charm. I'd only just arrived at university, and a man like him was the last thing I needed to make me lose focus. The only problem? I had no idea who the hell he was. Rich, entitled, hot, and arrogant, no one walked away from Casper without paying a high price. Unfortunately for him, he'd chosen the wrong girl to pick a fight with. Unfortunately for me... Casper happened to live right next door, and he didn't let up easily. Three years of endless torture later, it's no secret to anyone that Casper and I share nothing but hate towards each other, going out of our way to cause as much pain and annoyance to the other as possible. But when a series of break-ins break out on campus, and my friends are all otherwise occupied, Casper ends up being the only person I can call upon to help me get out of a nasty situation. The only question now is at what cost? Because nothing Casper ever does for me ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A Crack in the Rock: The Edge of the Sword Series by Amber Gabriel (83 Reviews)    Price verified 59 minutes ago

A determined young woman carves a place for herself in her country's history and in the heart of its future king, but risks breaking her own. Born the daughter of goatherds in the Granite Mountains of Berush, Sashia longs for greater challenge and adventure. Her active mind constantly gets her into trouble. Unable to stand by while others suffer, Sashia intervenes, often with unintended results. When an itinerant healer and his wife discover Sashia and offer her an apprenticeship, she jumps at the chance to sate her curiosity of the natural world and change her future. Heir to the throne of Berush, Cyrus is strong, decisive, and a born leader. He longs for a wife who will share his vision for the country -- a wife of his choosing, not his father's. Sashia catches his eye, but even a handsome prince finds capturing her heart a challenge. Life is uncertain, and Sashia soon finds she cannot control every outcome. Used to relying on logic and her own resourcefulness, no amount of ...

Genre: Action & Adventure

Are You Positive? by Stephen Davis (L&G Productions LLC) (120 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Ripped from the headlines of today's news, "Are You Positive?" is a fictitious courtroom drama in the style of John Grisham. 26-year-old Tyree Johnson stands accused of first degree murder in a prominent South Carolina courtroom. But his murder weapon is not a gun or a knife; in fact, there was no violent crime at all. His "victim," Beth Ann Brooks, dated Tyree for a few months, and they made love more than once. However, Tyree Johnson had been diagnosed HIV-Positive, and the prosecution claims that Beth Ann Brooks was infected with HIV by Tyree and died some months later. The defense, however, claims there is reasonable doubt that Tyree's HIV diagnosis was wrong - that, according to numerous scientific studies, the so-called "HIV tests" are fraught with errors, and have been ever since their inventor, Dr. Robert Gallo, lied on his patent application. Furthermore, Tyree's lawyer argues that there is no scientific evidence that HIV is transmitted by heterosexual intercourse, and that ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Krubera Conspiracy by Jeff Buick (40 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Krubera - deepest cave in the world. What could possibly go wrong? As it turns out, quite a lot. Ross and Damon Fraser are brothers on an elite caving team attempting a new world depth record, but the wheels come off the moment they arrive in the tiny breakaway republic of Abkhazia. Akhar Kutsnia, head of the country's shadowy intelligence network, throws them in prison and gives them an ultimatum. Damon, a lawyer for the CIA, will remain on the surface to ferret out who is meddling with Abkhazia's upcoming election, while Ross continues down the cave with the team. If Damon refuses to help, or is unsuccessful, Ross will not make it out of the cave alive. Thrust into Kutsnia's murky world of covert ops, Damon teams up with Kari Howland, an analyst out of the CIA's London office. Together, as the election ticks ever closer, they begin to peel back the layers of a deadly conspiracy.

Cherry Bomb (Jack Daniels Book 7) by J.A. Konrath (2,399 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

HER BIGGEST ENEMY IS BACK... At the end of Fuzzy Navel, J. A. Konrath surprised readers with an agonizing cliffhanger: One of Lieutenant Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels's loved ones is dead. But who? Readers were left clamoring to know more. Cherry Bomb opens at the funeral. While Jack stands graveside, tears in her eyes, her cell phone rings. It's the killer, escaped maniac Alex Kork, taunting Jack, drawing her ever further into a twisted game of cat and mouse. Because while Alex is more than willing to kill random victims, Jack is her true prey. But which woman wants revenge more? Cherry Bomb is J. A. Konrath's most gripping novel of suspense yet--filled with twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. CHERRY BOMB by J.A. Konrath Vengeance has a cost... If you are a more sensitive (or adventurous) reader, this handy scale rates specific categories from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest) to give you some idea if this is your kind of book. CHERRY BOMB Bad Language - ...

A Bloody Good Cox: An Uplifting Story of a Young Man's Inner Strength, Physical Daring and Emotional Growth. (Australian Sports Fiction) by Christopher Bartlett (14 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Love, family secrets, vengeance... everything is on the line in this gripping story of competitive rivalry and personal redemption. When Rupert Kramer ousts him as coxswain of University's Championship crew, Finn Sullivan's dreams of athletic glory disappear into the murky Brisbane River. Picking himself up to pursue his passionate competitive ambitions, Finn commits to becoming a great rowing coach. But his growing achievements are upended when a tragic incident reignites his rivalry with Rupert and unearths the long-buried family secret behind his toxic relationship with his father. With support from his spirited partner Sam, Finn continues pursuing his dream of being recognized as an elite athlete through unrelenting challenges on and off the water. But to succeed in his pursuit of ultimate triumph and retribution, he must first reconcile with his father and mend his threatened relationship with Sam. Finn's final challenge is to prove whether second chances can lead to victory ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The King of the Coral Sea: The Untold Story of an Australian Legend by Robert Louis DeMayo (Wayward Publisihing) (58 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

Discover an Astonishing True Story Of Daring and Courage: A Real-Life Tarzan's Solo Travel Journey Across The Coral Sea Michael Fomenko is no stranger to adversity. Shut out of the Commonwealth Games for financial and political reasons at the ripe age of twenty, Michael begins to question everything. Setting a new course for himself, he dreams of a feat that will require unimaginable determination. A powerful testament to the magnitude of human courage and resilience, The King of the Coral Sea is a gripping narrative adventure that artfully recounts Michael Fomenko's legendary voyage - paddling a dugout canoe over one thousand nautical kilometres from Cairns Australia to Dutch New Guinea. Faced with gruelling physical effort, saltwater crocodiles lurking beneath the waves, and the ever-present danger of storms and jagged coral reefs, Michael never expected to encounter an additional foe: the Australian Government. Hounded by the press and victimized by a government that saw a white ...

Genre: Historical Fiction

The Conduit by Evan Bollinger (10 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

One tunnel. A million worlds... When two friends decide to explore a tunnel in hopes of uncovering the truth about a missing girl, their search comes up bare. But what they do find is something much, much more... For somewhere deep inside that alien space, lies a secret they cannot contain. And now they're dying to forget. Something's changed. The powers unleashed taking over, and with little time to think or act, unlikely friends must band together. Before their discovery rips them apart... and changes the very nature of reality itself.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Differentiating Homonymic Kanjis 《Two》 by Murakami Publishing (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Here's a little workbook for you to differentiate myriad of homonyms in Japanese language. (They are homophones in terms of kanji spellings if you like) While spelled the same in hiragana as ???, "confidence" has to be written as ?? and "earthquake " has to be ?? in kanji. In this workbook, the hiragana for a certain set of Japanese homonyms appears first, then you see the English translations for those homonyms, and the kanjis for each homonym will be shown on the last page. Let's get familiarized with about 400 of what we call ??????????????!

Genre: Reference

Essays in Experimental Logic by John Dewey (15 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

In 'Essays in Experimental Logic' by John Dewey, readers are taken on a journey through the exploration of logic and its application in various experimental settings. Dewey's writing style is characterized by its clarity and precision, making complex philosophical ideas accessible to a wider audience. Set in the early 20th century, this book is a foundational piece in the development of pragmatism and experimental philosophy. Dewey's emphasis on the scientific method and empirical evidence is evident throughout the text, challenging traditional notions of logic and reasoning. John Dewey, a renowned American philosopher and psychologist, was a prominent figure in the pragmatist movement. His background in psychology and education influenced his interest in experimental logic and its implications for social and political issues. Dewey's belief in the importance of education as a means of promoting democracy and social progress is reflected in his work. I recommend 'Essays in ...

Star Wielder: Realms of Zoria, Book One by Annah Wyatt (1 Review)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

A fallen star. A fallen guardian. And a crazy princess... What could go wrong? For thirty-three years, mortals have been on their own, abandoned by the guardian soulmates sworn to protect them. But when a village girl gains the powers of a star, a celestial invasion disrupts the delicate balance of the realms. Problems: Jemma is the village outcast with a fainting illness. She doesn't know how to fight and finds the idea of protecting the very people who don't accept her from a sky demon assault to be... unpleasant. And Malokai, her soulbound guardian, is tasked to return to the surface to find and kill her, claiming the star's power for darkness. Jemma and Malokai join the crazy princess Breezelda and friends to form a fiercely loyal found family using the power of humility, elemental magic, and ancient martial arts to face the greatest evil the realms have ever seen. This young adult romantic fantasy debuts the untold beauty of Zoria and delivers emotional discoveries, adorable ...

Genre: Fantasy

Soul Ties by Miss Candice (2,877 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

From the moment his eyes met hers there was something. Time stood still, the world around them vanished, and electricity... instant electricity. Immediately... she owned him in an inexplicable way he couldn't quite understand. He couldn't escape her. Not in his dreams. And soon... not even in his reality. He was the man that made her soar. There was nothing in the world she wanted more than him. Absolutely nothing. His touch made her levitate. When she was with him... she was limitless. He felt like home. But sadly... he was home for someone else. SOUL TIE: An intense connection between two people that binds them together mentally, spiritually & physically.

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A Child of Ashes: Volume 1: The False King by Victor Acnam II (34 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The Era of Kings is ending... The world began changing in ways no one anticipated. Growing in power and influence, John Hargrove has spent his life collapsing and ridding figures of power around Arlax Realm. And now his sights are set on the thrones of the Six Southern Kingdoms. Leon Melstorm, the second son of the King of Aithon, has lived a life of isolation; trapped in the royal palace for reasons unknown to him. Leon waited, yearning for a call that will allow him to see the world he was kept from. The call he got, was not the one he wanted. When John massacres powerful figures of the Aithonian throne, Leon is forced out of his home and is piled with an immense responsibility to save the Realm that he hardly knows. Seen as incapable, spoiled, and ignorant, Leon is tossed into an epic adventure of challenges and tragedy and is marked as the Realm's last hope between stability and total chaos. The adventure that Leon had wished for will transform him into a hero that will ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Rum Runner (Jack Daniels Book 14) by J.A. Konrath (1,631 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

COULD YOUR MARRIAGE SURVIVE FIFTY KILLERS? Twenty years ago, a young cop named Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels arrested one of the most sadistic killers she'd ever encountered. She has since retired from the Chicago Police Department in order to raise her toddler daughter. But old grudges never die. They fester until the right opportunity comes along. While on vacation in the Wisconsin north woods, Jack learns--too late--that her old adversary is out of prison. He has revenge on his mind. And he's bringing an army with him. Outnumbered, outgunned, and cut off from the outside world, Jack Daniels is about to learn the meaning of last stand. RUM RUNNER by J.A. Konrath That which does not kill you, keeps trying... If you are a more sensitive (or adventurous) reader, this handy scale rates specific categories from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest) to give you some idea if this is your kind of book. RUM RUNNER Bad Language - 6 Scary - 5 Violent - 7 Funny - 8 Sexy - 7 Crossovers - Features ...

World War S: The Silence Begins (World War Spiritual Book 1) by Stephen Paul Thomas (Articity Publishing) (81 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The world stands on the brink of another worldwide economic and social crisis. People look for understanding through occult practices, so that mediums and fortunetellers have become wildly successful in helping them escape reality. There are no more churches, and established religion is a thing of the past. Christians must now gather in secret. In this fragile era emerges Josh Heartley, a young boy with astounding prophetic abilities. Though Josh had a heart transplant in his early years, it doesn't slow him down. He is a light for everyone around him, and he can often tell future events with supernatural clarity. During an accident, Josh has a Near Death Experience and finds himself in the middle of a spiritual battle that goes back more than two thousand years. Dr Julie Bond, conducting a research study involving Josh, hopes to unlock the secret behind NDEs and their ties to the human soul. She soon suspects the key lies within this very special boy. Stephen Paul Thomas's ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Spinning Out (The Blackhawk Boys Book 1) by Lexi Ryan (5,351 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A sexy and intense standalone novel from a New York Times bestselling author. This book contains heavy subject matter and is intended for mature readers. Once, the only thing that mattered to me was football -- training, playing, and earning my place on the best team at every level. I had it all, and I threw it away with a semester of drugs, alcohol, and pissing off anyone who tried to stop me. Now I'm suspended from the team, on house arrest, and forced to spend six months at home to get my shit together. The cherry on top of my fuckup sundae? Sleeping in the room next to mine is my best friend's girl, Mia Mendez -- the only woman I've ever loved and a reminder of everything I regret. I'm not sure if having Mia so close will be heaven or hell. She's off-limits -- and not just because she's working for my dad. Her heart belongs to someone else. But since the accident that killed her brother and changed everything, she walks around like a zombie, shutting out her friends and ...

Genre: Romance

Icing the Puck (New York Empires Book 2) by Isabo Kelly (T&D Publishing) (20 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The New York Empires are back... this time three new players will find their HEA and maybe a little more. Light the Lamp by Isabo Kelly Geneticist Dr. Ann Bell never thought she'd have a normal life or a normal relationship. She moves to New York hoping her "Devil's spawn" half sister can help her control the fire curse that's haunted her her whole life. Without help, Ann fears she'll kill someone. Finding a confusing, handsome, overwhelming hockey player was never part of the plan. But when that man proves to be someone she could love, things get a lot more complicated for Ann. New York Empires defenseman Brody Evans never expects to find the woman of his dreams wandering the physical therapy center. He's never met anyone like Ann Bell, and he wants more from her than any other woman before. But Ann's keeping a secret that could tear them apart. For the first time in his life, Brody feels helpless. He's a fighter, though, and Ann is a woman he'll fight for, no matter what it ...

Genre: Romance

The Nine Keys of Magic (The Chronicles of the Myrkron Book 1) by Timothy Woods (157 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Michael's life was forever changed by the brutal murder of his wife. As the reality of her death registers, Michael feels a strange force at work inside of him. Seeing nine ominous doors in his mind, six of them burst open, he hears unfamiliar words whispered. Repeating those words, Michael finds himself, unwittingly avenging his wife by incinerating the killer. Little did Michael know that the opening of those doors would also be the opening to a new world for him, one of magic and legend. Michael must journey to this other world to help defend the magic that is his birthright. The magi of Kantwell, along with the human and dwarven races, a handful of elven guard, and the elite Avari warriors, now stand against the combined might of the trolls, ogres, and weres, under the ruthless leadership of the powerful wizard Mortow and the magi who follow him. Will Michael's unique magic be enough to save Kantwell and keep the races from falling into slavery or will Mortow be able to ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Destiny Interrupted by Cynthia Woods (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

"I have a suspicion, but before I share, I'd like you to go back. Walk me through it from the beginning. How did all of this start?" "If I tell you, there's no going back. Are you sure you want to hear this?" "I'm certain!" Jeff reassuringly squeezed her hand. "All right then. Let me properly introduce myself. My name is Carletta Maria Ammetto from Progress, Pennsylvania. Everybody calls me Carli. In fact, very few people know my given name." "The name is almost as beautiful as the woman who wears it." A weight lifted from Carli's shoulders as she heard the sound of her own name for the first time in eighteen months. She dared to hope that this time, unlike the last seven relocations, might be different. Perhaps, if she tried hard enough and avoided known pitfalls, she'd finally win her freedom and begin a normal life. Despite being torn between accepting Jeff's help and placing a target on his back, Carli finally held a true reason for enduring the relentless nightmare she'd ...

How To Live Rich On Little Money in 2020: Learn Over 200 Ways To Save Money And Lower Your Bills By Thinking Outside The Box (How To Save Money, Live ... by Kathy Stanton (11 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

6 BOOK BUNDLE! Book 1: Living Frugal And Loving It: 40 Creative Ways To Save Money And Live Debt Free For Life Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... • How to Look at the Big Picture and Start Saving Money • How to Eat & Entertain on a Budget • Essential Health & Beauty Hacks to Save Money • How to Check Your Financial Fitness • Targeting the Technology Cash Drain • The Secret to Avoid Being House Poor • Looking Good for Less • Much, much more! Book 2: Living Frugal And Prospering: Discover 50 Simple Ways To Spend Less And Save More By Thinking Outside The Box And Live Debt Free For Life! In This Book You Will Learn... • Ways to Save Money From Right Inside Your Home • How to Save Money on Your Vehicle and Transportation Costs • How Changing Your Habits Can Help You Save Right Away! • Creative Ways To Save Money By Thinking Outside The Box • How To Save At Your Favorite Store! • The Secret To Cutting Your Costs and Getting Ahead • ...

Genre: Business & Money

Dekker De La Mare: The Chronicles Volume One (The Chronicles of Dekker De La Mare Book 1) by Peter Servidio (12 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Dekker De La Mare was born a sickly child with little chance to live. Thanks to the intervention of the Pixie Queen, the baby who was not to be has become the Archmage of Odious. Come experience his power! After more than twelve hundred years of acting as the protector of the world of Odious, Archmage Dekker De La Mare has been responsible for defeating many evils and saving countless citizens. Yet, for all the good he has done there have been casualties along the way. Come and experience the first volume of the trials and tribulations of Dekker De La Mare as the citizens of Odious put their beloved protector on trial despite his years of unselfish heroism. Begin to learn about Dekker by experience the culmination of his life where the people of Odious weigh his good deeds against the unintentional harm he has created. Following the trial, flashback to earlier in Dekker's life and learn of his battles against the Dark Queen Asylindra and the Dwarves of the Magaroy as she searches ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Wilde: The Ridge MC, #1 by Anja Barrons (93 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

This biker never expected his small town hideout would be more dangerous than the streets that nearly killed him. As the president of Diablo, I kept my motorcycle club off the radar until a bad deal with one of the big LA gangs sent me racing toward Mexico to find my pops and make him pay. But on my way out, I'm hit with a bullet, and now, with a wrecked bike and leg in even worse condition, I need a place to recover. So when a young woman offers me a place to stay in her small town, I foolishly think I've hit the jackpot for the perfect hideout. Before long, sharing a bed turns to sharing feelings, and while Bou with her Smith and Wesson might be tough enough to stand up to the harsh men in this town, I can't put her in harm's way, because the men after me will also take down anyone who helps me. Which is why I hate that I'm falling for her. If I stay, it'll put her in the crosshairs, and next time, they might not miss their shot. Fans of Jeanne St. James and Lily Atlas ...

May Day: If the murderer you’re tracking is a vampire, then you want a vampire detective (Seekers Book 1) by Josie Jaffrey (52 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

WINNER of the Book Bloggers' Novel of the Year Award 2021! If the murderer you're tracking is a vampire, then you want a vampire detective. Just maybe not this one. It's not that Jack Valentine is bad at her job. The youngest member of Oxford's Seekers has an impressive track record, but she also has an impressive grudge against the local baron, Killian Drake. When a human turns up dead on May Morning, she's determined to pin the murder on Drake. The problem is that none of the evidence points to him. Instead, it leads Jack into a web of conspiracy involving the most powerful people in the country, people to whom Jack has no access. But she knows someone who does. To get to the truth, Jack will have to partner up with her worst enemy. As long as she can keep her cool, Drake will point her to the ringleaders, she'll find the murderer and no one else will have to die. Body bags on standby. May Day is the first book in Josie Jaffrey's Seekers series, an urban fantasy series set in ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

The Incision of Being: A Science Fiction Novel by A.J. Jameson (28 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

After receiving the message that a rare golden mechanthrop is inbound for MR&H, Annalease and her crew of underground rejects set out to acquire their prophesized leader. But the Gold is not only indifferent toward the destruction of all humanity, he can't harm a human without feeling their pain. Doctor Ernest Emerson, youngest member to a family of scientists, seeks to redeem the reputation of his family's fallen namesake by any means possible, even if it means maiming the subject of his latest experiment. Each step taken exacerbates his decaying relationships as lab tests verge on the brink of unforgiveable malevolence. As the limits of autonomy and the restrictions of fate clash with the lives of those struggling to mold the future, the consequences of every action will test their willpower, and no one will walk away unchanged.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Beautiful Island: A Matt Ransom Mystery by Bobby Underwood (2 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

Matt and LeAnn are in Hawaii for Maria's wedding to Lucas. Matt has been having dreams about the day he rescued LeAnn as they arrive in Kauai, while great changes have been taking place in the lives of those he loves. Leaving Hawaii briefly to fly with Meagan to Paris, and share in her exciting news, Matt discovers that not all is as it seems with someone very dear to him. Once he discovers the reason, his world will never be the same. Meanwhile in Portugal, a beautiful Italian girl with whom Matt has only a passing acquaintance is having one last fling at living while she still can. When she and her young Portuguese lover stumble upon a conspiracy for genocide on Earth, however, they seek out Matt's help. Stunned by personal tragedy unlike any he has ever faced, and with the sad task of informing his friends, Matt must set his feelings aside in order to meet evil head-on. From Hawaii to New Chicago, from Paris to Seattle, a poignant and tragic personal loss coincides with a race to ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Rood (The Marylanders Book 1) by Donna Hechler Porter (72 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

She was forced into exile. He chose his. A Lonely Exile Acadian exile Elizabeth Marie Johns refuses to return to Baltimore Town. Not only are the Acadians not wanted, but her own people have turned against her. All alone, she sets out to find her father on the northern border. But when frontiersman Thomas McQueen finds her, he proposes a different plan. Can Elizabeth trust him? Or in the end will he, too, betray her? A Ruthless Past Thomas McQueen has plans. Deadly Ones. While it is too late to save his life, he can still save his family from fates worse than death. But an encounter with the Acadian lass on his way home causes him to wish for another fate. Is it too late to become a different man? An Exacting Future The French and British fight for control of a wilderness empire. But trust is scarce and hate plentiful, and when Thomas' past explodes into Elizabeth's future, she is forced to face her worst fear. Will Elizabeth forgive him for the man he was? Or will the mistakes of his ...

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

Behind the Forgotten Front: A WWII Novel by Barbara Hawkins (195 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

75 years after WWII headlines of Pearl Harbor, Normandy and Hiroshima hit the press, the China-Burma-India Theater was brought to light in Behind the Forgotten Front. It's 1942, and Harry Flynn leaves behind the love of his life to journey into East Asia, a world of tigers, elephants, and the Himalayan Mountains. He enlists to fight, expecting to find the thrill of danger and honor of military service. Instead, Harry is ordered to the Forgotten Front in the Indian subcontinent as an ordinary supply officer. There, General Joseph 'Vinegar Joe' Stilwell is constructing a 'road to nowhere' through Japanese-occupied Burma -- and he's willing to complete it at any cost. In an exotic world with Naga headhunters, opium-smoking Kachin tribesmen, and marauders who scorn both life and death, Harry must entrust his life to others if he is to survive the war. During a time when boys are forced to come of age on the battlefield, and where death and insanity seem to be the only ways out, Harry ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Diamond Rush: 10th Anniversary Edition by Jon Lymon (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

***NEW EDITION FEATURES BRAND NEW OPENING CHAPTER AND COVER ART*** Simon Remnant's not your average hero. Oh no. As far as heroes go, he's way below average. Absent father, absent-minded lover, unskilled and untrustworthy. None of them do his uselessness justice. So there are no expectations other than failure when he joins the mid-21st Century's equivalent of The Gold Rush - a race to get-rich-quick through plundering the dazzling fortunes offered by an asteroid brimming with diamond deposits. Remnant provides the brawn in a dubiously talented and totally incompatible crew of three aboard a ship that's not expected to make it higher than the treetops. Can he overcome his underdog status? And can he beat the mighty NASA to the asteroid belt and return home with a life-changing cut of the loot? Lymon's debut novel is an outlandish adventure that mashes the thriller and sci-fi genres into a pulp of highly entertaining, uniquely-told far, far, fetched fiction that'll leave you ...

Genre: Action & Adventure

Mining For Teeth (Wilstrom Territories Book 1) by Mark Nordlund (Boohouse Books) (7 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

On a newly-discovered continent, settlers find themselves plagued by demons, snake-like leviathans and nocturnal man-eaters. Drifters are found mutilated, children disappear and farms are bludgeoned by curses as each of the new world's major cities issue bounties for the monstrosities responsible. Skilled trappers and huntsmen come to find that the process by which to bring down each entity is exceedingly bizarre and takes far more skill and research than imagined. However, when the first of these behemoths is bested and killed, the remains yield a mineral so rare and exquisite, its value quickly surpasses silver and gold as more of the giants fall. A gold rush of beast slaying breaks out as prospectors replace picks and pans for swords and revolvers in hopes of obtaining the ivory treasure. Two outcasts find themselves thrust into the game of blood and riches as they hunt monsters, opponents and each other. Find this publication and others at boohousebooks.com

Genre: Horror

Magnify: A Christian Epic Fantasy (Storm & Spire Book 1) by Stefanie Lozinski (69 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

The dragons have fled the skies. A noble House is clinging to life. The God of gods is rising. As the Envoy of the Four Kingdoms, Wes has had his purpose decided since birth: sacrifice the treasures of the people to the dragon gods, and they will keep Kaveryth safe. For five years, he's been forced to watch his Kingdom fall into ruin while carrying an unbearable grief of his own. The Elders insist that they must continue to be faithful to the Dracodei, but Wes is beginning to doubt that their protectors are holding up their end of the bargain. Despite his misgivings, he continues to fulfill his duty -- until he meets a misunderstood dragon who offers him a choice for the first time in his life. Will he have the courage to make the sacrifice that truly matters? Storm & Spire is a Christian fantasy series, perfect for readers who enjoy fantastical creatures, political intrigue, and a touch of clean romance.

Genre: Religion & Spirituality

An Unlikely Flock by Prof Brown (8 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Growt doesn't remember who they used to be before the Pit. They were lucky to fly out, but Growt can't fly away from what it left inside them. When they inadvertently become entangled in the lives of the feather-winged, science-loving Prokkota -- a people who are at war with Growt's kind -- Growt finds safety in the most unexpected of places, and finds family in the most unexpected of people. But between staying hidden, unraveling the mystery of their former prison, and avoiding an ominous warrior, Growt's biggest challenge comes from within. Escaping the Pit is one thing, but escaping its trauma is another thing entirely.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Evil Alive: Book 2 in the Circle of Six Series by Andrew Hunkins (5 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Evil Alive continues the chilling saga where No Such Thing as Evil left off, delving deeper into the sinister workings of the Circle of Six. Professor Laura Richards, is still reeling from the unresolved abductions and her student's disappearance. Her son Chris, now eighteen, stands at the forefront of the mystery that threatens the very fabric of his family's reality. As a high school senior, Chris's life is upended when he becomes entangled in a web of danger and deceit following the murder of a man in his neighborhood park -- a crime that thrusts him and his friends into the crosshairs of a relentless FBI investigation. The deceased, the shadowy member of the nefarious group from the Nevada desert, had been pursuing Chris's friends Katie and Al, leading to a deadly confrontation that leaves more questions than answers. The FBI, desperate for leads in a case devoid of forensic evidence, zeroes in on Chris and his friends, suspecting a connection to the elusive Robin Hood ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Gods, Aliens, and Other Unwanted Visitors by Jaymes Shore (7 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

GODS, ALIENS, AND OTHER UNWANTED VISITORS Mankind faces threats from outer space, ancient monsters, an insane President, the church, a massive brown dwarf star, a human resource manager, Biblical creatures, and other unwanted visitors. No amount of faith can save us. Fifteen dark tales of science fiction, horror, and black comedy. Pray they don't come true. This book is not recommended for the religious, conservative, or close minded. THE BEST OF HUMANITY Four bickering men flee the dying Earth in a tin can. They rapidly descend into claustrophobic madness, and become the worst possible representatives of humanity. WHY I KILLED THE PRESIDENT The election is upon us, and it is time for the next religious change. Sadly, Presidential candidates don't always keep their campaign promises. One reporter learns the true meaning of faith, as the newly elected President makes some questionable religious decisions. MORT THE EXECUTIONER There is no greater threat to your ...

Genre: Science Fiction

A Knock at the Door: Who is she? Who was she? by Peter Rowlands (233 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

A brain-teasing mystery that grabs you right from the start - and then delivers A bedraggled woman turns up on Rory Cavenham's doorstep in the middle of a storm, convinced that the year is 1972, but claiming to have lost her memory. Despite his own troubled past, Rory is drawn to her; but she's fearful of authority and frightened of mysterious pursuers, and insists on keeping a low profile as she adjusts to modern life. Determined to help her, Rory finds links to two strong but compromised women, but the truth behind their interlocking stories remains elusive. Meanwhile, the pursuers turn out to be all too real, and the pace builds as the story lunges towards its remarkable and redemptive climax. Fast-moving and engrossing, A Knock at the Door defies easy categorisation. It is part mystery thriller, part detective story, and part romance. It even hovers on the edge of science fiction, though it always keeps both feet firmly on the ground. One beta reader reports "snatching at the ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Change Your Life Each Day (3 in 1): Transform your inner and outer world with 365 positive affirmations, daily routines for healthy habits & a year ... by Nicole Lockhart (55 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

SMALL changes each day add up to BIG results! Are you looking to finally reach your DREAMS and GOALS? This all-in-one guide has everything you need to Change Your Life starting today! Time waits for no one, take charge of your life NOW! Are you living your best life? Time ticks on, every day you can choose to make small changes that will eventually get you everything you want in life. Join me in making a plan to finally reach your goals and dreams in all areas of your life, including health, wealth, love, self-confidence and self-esteem. This collection of 3 books, will answer all your questions and get you on the path to living your BEST LIFE! If you feel like you're spinning your wheels sometimes, you're not alone. My name is Nicole Lockhart and I have been studying habits, affirmations, change, success and attraction for over 25 years. My best-selling books have helped thousands of people! You get 3 books in 1 plus additional access to my bonus book: • How to Change your ...

Genre: Self-Help

RESCUING THE KING (THE WINDS FROM BLAZAME Book 1) by VIVEK SALVE (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

:- RESCUING THE KING -: The King was in no mood to listen to the experienced person. King Phara looked at the ocean, it was wavy and so was his heart. He saw an eagle approaching his abode, he looked at the creature with rage in his eyes and... Many Antagonists, Many Protagonists! The GOOD requires many GREAT HEARTS to fight against the forces of Dark. This series ' THE WINDS FROM BLAZAME' is about many such GREAT HEARTS. THE GOOD HAS TO TOIL HARD TO THREAD THOSE GEMS TOGETHER ON A STRING OF 'GOOD'. This book has four principal story-lines simultaneously. Helena, a resident of Crosby village from Aroya is saved by Prosidith. She is safe and is training under the experienced teacher, Noriya, in the jungle of Rosh. Prosidith is exiled by his own wicked king. He learns that the great wizard Finaq from Narakan is unconscious. And no medicine on the continent can save the warrior of GOOD. Except a FLOWER that blooms in the mountainous region of Titliya. He decides to fetch it and ...

Age Of Lords: My Elves Can Be Upgraded Infinitely: Gamelit Progression by Sophia Ava (4 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

In the era of global lords, everyone has an independent lord world. Plunder resources, recruit soldiers, and develop territory! The protagonist starts with the elves and gets the highest talent-unlimited upgrades. Not only does he have 10,000x enhancement in Exp, but his soldiers can also be upgraded infinitely!

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

House of Ydril: The Houses Trilogy, Standalone Book 1 (The Originals of Grimm Academy) by Lyra Forger (144 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

When I woke up today, I didn't expect to be kidnapped to the famous Grimm Academy and forced to spend time with a vampire prince. Quinn is a fighter. Growing up bouncing from foster home to foster home will do that to you. When she finds out she's not actually human, but fae, she knows her old life is a thing of the past. Kidnapped to the prestigious Grimm Academy, she has no choice but to settle into the world of the Originals - vampires, shifters and faes. And if that weren't enough, Quinn is selected to participate in the annual Trials - an exploit that has killed many students before her. Trying to balance her efforts to discover her past, and the challenges of this new world, Quinn is forced to spend time with her high-school celebrity crush, the vampire prince Andreas Faust himself. But there are dark forces at work that are looking to sew destruction, and a mystery that is begging to be solved. And to make it even harder for Quinn, the handsome prince she used to have a ...

Genre: Romance

The Silver Birds by Apolline Lucy (19 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

On a cursed island where birds steal hearts and blades of grass cut sharper than knives, two young women driven by revenge take on solving a series of mysterious deaths. Every winter's first snow, a flock of silver birds descends upon Namu Island and leaves with a heart. When River's father is taken, she seeks vengeance. But soon uncanny events unfold: islanders die in eerie ways, the woods turn green in the dead of winter, River's brother disappears, and a strange woman turns up. To save her brother and unravel the island's mystery, River will be cast into an unexpected alliance that will challenge her beliefs, trust, and love. THE SILVER BIRDS is a queer enemies-to-lovers dark fantasy novel, which features conflicted characters filled with rage and wants for revenge, yet fiercely protective of the ones they trust enough to love. There is no good and evil, but rather a beautifully dark grey where monsters who aren't really monsters live.

A Kingdom of Iron & Wine : New Adult Fantasy Romance (The Ironworld Series Book 1) by Candace Osmond (249 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

The sexy, addictive, and heart-pounding first book in The Ironworld Series by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Candace Osmond. A New Adult Fantasy Romance, perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black, and Jennifer L. Armentrout. She's part Fae with sunlight in her veins. He's a vampire... with a soul. It's a match made in magical hell, but Avery can't seem to stay away. With her crew of misfit friends-Fae, vampires, witches, and shifters-Avery Quinn uncovers a secret society of werewolves selling Fae blood to vampires on the black market. Set against the artsy backdrop of downtown Halifax, A Kingdom of Iron & Wine is a fantastical tale of magic, danger, and love as Avery stumbles upon a hidden mythical world woven into her own buried past. With each secret she uncovers, Avery grows closer to darkness. Because, while her mortal heart may belong to Cillian, she has no idea her immortal soul was long promised to a dark Fae Lord... and he's coming to collect. One-click this epic New ...

Genre: Romance

The Progeny of Darkness (World of Revenants Book 1) by Ante Caleta (9 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

What do a traumatised occult detective, an antisocial vampire, an eager nekrowolf, and a stuck-up wraith have in common? Nothing at first. Frank Beckett gets hired to kill a monster. Skye leaves the comfort of her tattoo studio to do her only friend a favour. Vinnie the Wolf finally gets a chance to be part of something cool. Imogen has to choose between her duty and doing the right thing. Their paths cross when they get pulled into the deadly power game between the ruling undead factions. War looms on the horizon, autumn winds smell of bloodshed, and no human or monster is safe. The Progeny of Darkness is a gritty dark tale for fans of Jim Butcher, Anne Rice, Neil Gaiman, Kate Griffin, Clive Barker, Richard Kadrey, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel series. Enter the World of Revenants.

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Bloodhowl: The Warborn Book One by Jordan Kohl (6 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

The terror of the Vilays' rule must end. A world ruled by a tyrant. A soldier driven by grief. A shadow named by vengeance. Ideologies collide in a brutal confrontation that could change the very shape of Vaelis. And in the center of it all, the princess who knows nothing of the terrors the world has in store. The Bloodhowl Rises. The Warborn Trilogy After the failed rebellion of Feramon Erso, whose words still linger behind closed doors, the kingdom of Vaelis is threatened once more. Trystan Bloodhowl, more myth than man, enacts a daring plot to maneuver himself into a position to dethrone Eirik Vilays. But his plots and schemes are not the only shadows working against the King. Aslion Erso, the Captain of the Cren, follows in his brother's footsteps. Leading an uneasy alliance of the Warborn, he finds himself torn between the life of his brother and his responsibilities as the King's executioner. As he hunts down the Bloodhowl, can he make the choices that will see his brother's ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Xera's Shadow - Uncensored Edition: Maidens, Myths & Magic by M A G Palin (1 Review)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Embark on an unforgettable journey with "Xera's Shadow: Uncensored Edition," the first installment in a dark, erotic fantasy series where the depths of the ocean and the peaks of psychological exploration converge. Join Xera and Selene as they voyage across the Aurorian Sea, battling a forgotten past, uncovering ancient secrets, and forging alliances in a quest that challenges the very fabric of their beings. This epic tale of adventure, lust, and redemption invites you to explore a world where every shadow hides a story, and the seas whisper secrets of the past. Dive into a richly woven narrative where destiny is not just a path chosen but one forged by courage, friendship, and the unwavering pursuit of truth. Follow Xera as she grapples with the darkness within her, a relentless force that shapes her destiny in unimaginable ways. With a mix of thrilling battles, deep psychological themes, and intense erotic encounters, "Xera's Shadow" is a tale that will captivate and challenge ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Echi Eterni: Book I of The Mystic Chronicles by Erhrole Navarro (1 Review)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

"Echi Eterni" is an enthralling epic fantasy novel that follows the extraordinary journey of a retired Marine as he navigates a world of ancient magic, hidden truths, and the eternal battle between light and darkness. Haunted by cryptic visions and the disappearance of his true love, the protagonist must confront his past and unravel the mysteries of his destiny to save the world from a malevolent force that threatens to consume everything he holds dear. As the story unfolds, the Marine discovers that he is not alone in this battle. He finds strength in the unbreakable bonds of family and the guidance of enigmatic allies who possess extraordinary abilities and harbor secret histories. Together, they embark on a perilous quest to unlock the secrets of their world and their own identities, facing treacherous landscapes, powerful relics, and the machinations of a sinister cult along the way. "Echi Eterni" is a masterful tapestry of love, magic, and sacrifice. It explores the ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

The Belle of London by Nicola Italia (10 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

On the English stage, the Belle of London is born... During the late Victorian era, Amelia Westcott is without family and few friends and is forced to make her way in the world. Talented and beautiful, she takes to the London stage and attracts the attention of numerous powerful and wealthy men including the Prince of Wales. But a close friend of the Prince's is little impressed with the lovely actress. Christopher "Kit" Beaumont is not taken in by Amelia's charms and believes she is a gold digger set to sink her claws into any man who will give her a comfortable life. Kit knows nothing about the strong and independent Amelia who gains a powerful patron in the Prince of Wales even as she is given the moniker The Belle of London. As her star rises, she vows to have nothing to do with the arrogant, handsome Kit. From the London stage to New York's Broadway, Amelia and Kit are thrown together and a battle of wills and passionate personalities ensues as Kit suddenly realizes he wants ...

Genre: Romance

Behind The Broken: Behind Darkness Duet 1 (War of Hearts) by Chloe C. Peñaranda (111 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

A darkly heart-wrenching, swoon-worthy contemporary romance debut from Chloe C. Peñaranda. Book one of the Behind Darkness duet will leave you on the edge of your seat for the sequel to Rhett and Ana's tension filled, emotional story. No one expects an angel to buy a ticket to hell. I would have lived my life the righteous way, but my path of vengeance forced me to become the monster my uncle wanted to create. When I lie my way into playing bodyguard for the senator's daughter, I don't expect our fires to cross or to become addicted to the blaze. Anastasia Kinsley burns the ice that froze my heart years ago, but I need to find the will to resist. Chained up in the devil's playground, I won't let myself lose again. When the devil came I couldn't resist. As the daughter of a hopeful new president, my life often doesn't feel like my own. When my father assigns me a bodyguard during the run-up to the election, I'm determined to make sure they both see exactly why I don't need their ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Pirates of the Wild West: A Time Travel Sea Adventure with a Western Twist by Bryan Cantrell (111 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

1718 the infamous pirates of the Caribbean meet secretly in Nassau harbor on Blackbeard's prized ship the Queen Anne's Revenge. Caught in the clutches of a tempestuous storm, their lives take an unimaginable turn when a time vortex whisks them away to the year 1873, casting their ship into the depths of San Francisco Bay. Prepare to set sail on a thrilling fusion of history and fantasy as the Golden Age of Piracy collides with the untamed spirit of the Wild West! In Pirates of the Wild West, the most notorious swashbucklers to ever roam the Caribbean find themselves shipwrecked and stranded amidst cowboys, gunfights, train heists, and the relentless power of steam engines, Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, Calico Jack Rackham, and others must adapt to this alien world in their pursuit of treasure and freedom from the hangman's noose. Join these legendary pirates as they chart a treacherous path through the uncharted territories of the Wild West. In a saga that seamlessly weaves together ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Life Happens: Book 1 of the Life Series. A novel about love, family and friendship, set in Greece. The perfect holiday read. by Sarah Catherine Knights (227 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

She's loved him since university... but he married one of her best friends. Rachel has always been the beautiful outsider, the one who yearns to have the handsome husband and the perfect family. But she let the love of her life slip through her fingers at university and now happiness is always just out of reach. She marries an Air Force officer on the rebound and lives on military camps, but she feels like a fish out of water. When her husband takes early retirement, she begins to live again, starting her own business and finding her independence. But when they goes on holiday to Cyprus with her two best friends and their husbands, secrets and lies begin to emerge which will change her life and the lives of everyone she holds dear, forever. She must now face up to her past and confront her new present. Will her marriage and her friendships survive? Will she ever find true happiness? 'Life Happens' is about the powerful bond between three women and one woman's enduring love. If you ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Second Sun: Volumes I & II by Kristof Morrow (30 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The plot of The Second Sun is an allegory for the financial inequality between the older and younger generations. There's an island paradise where there's elders living a second life after retiring from their human forms, and live amongst their chosen few, who also live for thousands of years in relative peace. However, only those welcome can actually approach the island and survive. Everyone else on earth is made to endure a game of thrones type world, except I omitted much of the overt cruelty you find in that series. I also forgo the notions of racism and sexism. l wanted to adopt the spirit of Tolkien, but expand that virtue of "anyone, no matter how small, can achieve great things," to every kind of human so it feels to be an adventure for everyone! I was diagnosed with Tourette's when I was 27, and so it's developed my understanding of the theft of agency and being marginalized for something I cannot control. It's also structured similarly to game of thrones, in that the first ...

Genre: Literary Fiction

Shaken (Jack Daniels Book 10) by J.A. Konrath (2,143 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

WHAT'S THE WORST WAY TO DIE? Chicago cop Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels has chased, and caught, dozens of dangerous criminals over the course of her career. But she's about to meet her match. When Jack wakes up in a storage locker, bound and gagged, she knows with chilling certainty who her abductor is. He's called "Mr. K." More than two hundred homicides have been attributed to him. His victims have died in the most horrible ways imaginable. He's the essence of evil. Some think he's just an urban legend. But he's real. Jack has tangled with him twice in the past, and both times he managed to slip away. Now Jack will finally have a chance to confront the maniac she's been hunting for over twenty-five years. Unfortunately, it won't be on her terms. In less than two hours, Mr. K is going to do to Jack what he's done to countless others. And Jack is going to learn that sometimes the good guys don't win... SHAKEN by J.A. Konrath The lucky ones die fast... Author Note: Shaken was ...

The Year of Eric's Hat by Peter Sykes (2 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

Meet Eric. Eric is a teenager. He has a disability and struggles with walking and speaking. But Eric has a very special gift. And a hat. Unbeknownst to his schoolmates and even to his family, Eric is both savant and sage. But Eric is better known for his crutches, awkward speech and his battered green top hat. His premature wisdom and burgeoning writing talent finally get showcased in his increasingly popular but anonymously-written column in the school gazette. Eric's simple musings on secular ethics and how to be happy are aimed at his fellow adolescents who, like Eric, are struggling with the universal challenges of impending adulthood and caught in the grips of a drug-fuelled gang war and a rapidly-escalating arms race. Try as he may, hat or no hat, Eric's journalistic efforts will not be enough to arrest the build-up of animosity nor halt another tragic school shooting. Only the untimely and violent deaths of two students will have the power to reunite a fractured academy and ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Alien. by Norman Crompton (2 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

'The Alien': The story is in three distinct parts and should be read as one story. Although sci-fi, it is not a horror, blood and gore work but a story of intrigue. There is a romantic thread throughout the three parts which spans 150 years of Earth's turbulent history. THE ALIEN: The story begins in the USSR during the 'Cold War' period of the 60;s with the launch of Venera 1, USSR's first interplanetary space probe to the planet Venus. THE BOOK of MINOX: The lost probe is found 150 years later in deep space and introduces two of the stories main characters. Nunkee and Sirran happen to be two surviving Minoxans searching the universe for a new home. THE MISSION: Covers the Minoxan's mission back to Venera's origin... Earth! Sirran and Nunkee are engineered into human clones from DNA found secreted within Venera. They descend as emissaries to a planet ravaged by nuclear war. Climatic changes, creates a world where water is more precious than gold. Will the none ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

WTF! A Celebration of the Popular Arts in Sociology by Robert Khoury (6 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Sociology celebrates the popular arts! TV, Sunday comics, monster movies, professional wrestling, dumpstering, college football, bathroom graffiti, strippers, telephone pranksters, Peeping Toms, class clowns, the college sorority, the streetcorner preacher, the drive-in movie, good and evil, and more -- see familiar, everyday people and things in an offbeat, surprising way, and blow your mind to what sociologists have discovered about how you shape the world, and how the world shapes you.

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

The Big ESL Handbook: 51 Strategies for the Classroom by Dr. Julia Stanka (1 Review)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Picture a classroom where students of diverse language backgrounds fill the space, each with their unique journey towards proficiency. This is possible when a teacher discovers the key to unlocking their students' potential, leading them to excel in speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Every educator knows the challenge of catering to the needs of English learners at different stages of proficiency. It's a maze of uncertainty, where frustration and doubt often overshadow the desire to be a beacon of support and guidance. But what if there was a way to navigate this maze with confidence and expertise? Introducing "The Big ESL Handbook: 51 Strategies for the Classroom". This comprehensive guide is your compass in the world of English language instruction. With 51 practical strategies at your fingertips, you'll embark on a journey of professional growth and student empowerment. From creating inclusive learning environments to implementing targeted language interventions, ...

Genre: Education & Teaching

The Dream Traveller: Dark Rising by John Nassari (Pitstone Publishing) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

The Dream Traveller: Dark Rising, an epic fantasy adventure. Book one of the Dream Traveller Series. Girvyn is unaware he possesses a unique gift: he can enter people's dreams, identifying him as a Dream Traveller. Girvyn aspires to follow in his uncle's scholarly footsteps. Yet, his future veers off course when a dream entangles his fate with a forest tribe ravaged by demons, led by the rogue Traveller, Crane. Crane has long schemed to merge his nightmarish realm with the Waking world, a plan exposed by a lone survivor's harrowing tale. Crane's vulnerability lies in his physical form; destroying it would disperse his demonic legions. While some advocate for a global military alliance against him, others see hope in young Girvyn, who controls a mysterious and deadly gateway. However, uncle Laglen fears Girvyn is not prepared for such a grave role. Girvyn must master his emerging abilities to navigate a destiny that binds him to an epic struggle between dreams and reality. With ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A Spot in the Dark by Chase Dustin (3 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Intergalactic travel left from a prior age of human expansion has spread the human race across the stars and the vast spaces in-between. An Empire, one of techno-authoritarianism, has gripped civilization like an iron vice, keeping the few alien species left living ground down into the dirt. A crew of shipmates try to navigate through this dangerous space, avoiding the Ministry, while still making enough credits to eat at the end of the shift. A prisoner lies in a cell designed specially for them, re-animated when council is needed. They possess the key to changing everything and an android name Liera is given the task of assisting them.

Genre: Science Fiction

GERTRUDE by Vita Song (3 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

A young girl, named Gertrude, looses her memory to a terrible accident. She wants to rediscover her past so she turns to a therapist who helps her through submerging in a deep hypnosis. Little by little Gertrude learns the truth about herself, however this is not what she would expected.

Genre: Psychological

Left on Paradise by Kirk Adams (20 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Before Portland, there was Paradise. Following the stolen presidential election of 2000, 102 intrepid progressives, led by self-absorbed Hollywood star Ryan Godson and his kind-hearted wife Kit Fairchild, make good on their threat to abandon a corrupted society still under the spell of Puritan fanatics, Yankee traders, and southern slavers. Now, a new society will be founded: a new country among the nations. This will be a land in which feminists, liberals, environmentalists, multiculturalists, pacifists, socialists, communists, communitarians, and progressives of every persuasion will remain unthwarted by the opposition and oppression of Republicans, social conservatives, and constitutionalists. Left on Paradise is a sweeping epic about a band of idealists who have forsaken family and friend to build a perfect word on a remote island in the south Pacific. From the thrill of first hope to the brink of deadly catastrophe, Kirk Adams relentlessly puts the band of idealists in a world ...

Genre: Fantasy

Authenticity - A Memoir & A Paradigm Shift - It’s Time to Go Legit: Excellence & Coolness Decoded by Christopher Brian Fello (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Deep inside, you know something. You know that something is holding you back. Now imagine being your best self on your best day. You are about to learn how to step into that mode. (This will happen. Please do send me an email when you "get it".) This book is counterintuitive. And if you know a thing or two about counterintuitive stuff, you know that THEY WORK. - The human condition is universal. It means that each of us experiences it. In this book, I fully discuss it from my viewpoint and reference experiences. I also offer a subtle but simple solution to the human condition. There are certain events in our lives that change our perspective. Some events change it lightly, but on the other hand, a few of them changes us fundamentally, on the deepest levels. These are what we call Paradigm Shifts. My diverse collection of experiences has netted me many of these perspective altering shifts. Three of them were ultimately fundamental and has changed how I think, behave and achieve ...

Genre: Self-Help

Senior's Diabetic Cookbook For Beginners 2024: Easy, Heart-Healthy Meals to Support Your Diabetes Journey by DR. Lisa A. Kimble Price verified 47 minutes ago

Introducing the Senior's Diabetic Cookbook For Beginners 2024: Delicious and Healthy Recipes Tailored for Seniors Are you ready to take control of your diabetes and enjoy mouth-watering meals that are easy to prepare? The ultimate guide for seniors looking to manage their diabetes without sacrificing taste or convenience. This cookbook is specifically designed to cater to the dietary needs of seniors, ensuring every meal is both nutritious and delicious. • ? Healthy Recipes: Discover a variety of tasty recipes that are low in sugar and high in flavor, perfect for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. • ? Full-Color Images: Every recipe is accompanied by stunning, full-color images that make it easy to see exactly what you're making. • ?? Ease of Preparation: With straightforward instructions and minimal preparation time, these recipes are perfect for beginners and busy seniors alike. • ? Nutritional Information: Each recipe includes detailed nutritional information to ...

Genre: Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Want Me (Extracurricular Activities Book 1) by Neve Wilder (5,028 Reviews)    Price verified 47 minutes ago

Two roommates. One calculus exam. A whole lot of extracurricular activity. Living with four other guys, it's bound to happen. Every guy's been caught taking care of business at least once, right? It shouldn't be a big deal. But I don't know Eric as well as my other roommates, and things are a little awkward now. He's a loner. A mystery. Quietly confident. Smart. Sexy as hell. I've been happily subsisting on the typical frat guy diet of booze and sorority girls. But the way Eric looked at me that night? There was something there. Something that's got me curious. Something that's stirring up feelings I thought I'd left behind for good. Something that's making me think I'm not as straight as I thought I was. I can't get him off of my mind. I don't think I want to. So when he offers to help me study for a midterm, I take him up on it. It's innocent. Probably. Maybe. There's no way I could've known what it'd start... Want Meis a steamy new adult/college roommates-to-lovers gay ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Petty Cash by Kimberly Vargas (Amazon) (1,079 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

This is the romantic office comedy that human resources warned you about. What if the smartest guy and the most beautiful girl at the office formed an alliance to help each other get promoted? Florida resident Rebecca Blake works as an assistant to a group of psychologists. She is strikingly beautiful and athletic. People see her as a nice, likable girl who is fine in her role but who could never really aspire to more at the company. Rebecca is told in her performance review that in order to get promoted, she is going to have to work on her credibility. As part of her career development plan, she is sent to a behavioral training course (nicknamed 'Club Detention') at company headquarters in Virginia. In error, she is partnered with Foster Diamond, who has the highest intelligence scores in the company. Even though he is a genius, Foster has his own issues around interpersonal skills, attitude and his perception overall. Rebecca and Foster have nothing in common, but between his ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Picking Up Attributes In Doomsday: LitRPG Progression System by Sophia Ava (13 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

The protagonist who time-travels to the apocalyptic world discovers that he can see the attributes dropped by others, and can strengthen his own attributes when he picks them up! He can even pick up martial arts and powers dropped by others to strengthen and upgrade! "Ding, pick up the power attribute, power +10!" ...

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy

Global Lords: I Started a Plant Mutation Frenzy: Gamelit LitRPG Romance by Sophia Ava (6 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

In the era of the Lords, everyone can ignite the divine fire and claim the divine kingdom! The protagonist time-traveled into this world and awakened the weakest plant-based soldier template, with no offensive power? No offensive power? He has obtained the [Endless mutation] talent, which allows him to mutate all plant species. Pea Seed was mutated [Pea Shooter]: attacking area 3,000 meters! ... When he brought billions of plant soldier seeds, slaughtered the heavens and opened up the plant universe. Who dares to say that the plant type is the weakest?

Genre: Men's Adventure

My Mister Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation (Leaving Longbourne Behind Book 1) by A.L. Ward (183 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

When Elizabeth Bennet meets a handsome gentleman who is visiting the area she cannot believe the great good luck she has when he chooses her, over all of the ladies in the area including her beautiful older sister Jane, to bestow his attentions upon. The more she learns of him and his grand estate of Pemberly, the stronger her feelings become. They quickly become engaged, helped along by meddling family members but when a precipitous announcement is sent to the London papers by her overzealous mother can their budding affections survive the ensuing chaos? And what of Lady Catherine deBourgh, the overbearing aunt of her fiancé; will her famously strong opinions carry the day when she arrives unannounced in their small Hertfordshire society? Join us for an entertaining romp through Regency England as Elizabeth is the first of her sisters to Leave Longbourne Behind. Note from the author: an older file was uploaded by mistake that contained more typos than I had planned. Oops! The ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

A Tale of Treachery: Darkest Dynasty Book One by Mellie T. Tollem (488 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Dahlia has spent her life running from a monster, only to fall into another's path. It's been ten years since she escaped the darkness. Ten years spent hiding her magic in a kingdom where magic is outlawed. Despite neglecting that side of herself, Dahlia is happy with the life she's built in Cambriel. Not only is she on the fast track to becoming a Royal Scholar, but the love of her life, Prince Aiden, is finally returning her long-held affections. However, the infuriating Royal Assassin, Ryken, shadows her every move. He's always watching and waiting to catch a glimpse of whatever makes her tick. In his relentless quest to figure her out, Ryken uncovers Dahlia's darkest secret -- and he's not above using blackmail to get what he wants. Dahlia will do anything to keep her secret, even if it requires getting close to the mysterious assassin. Because if the truth is revealed, everyone she loves will pay a deadly price. And that price is delivered at the hands of a monster. A Tale ...

Genre: Horror

The Stone Thieves and the Honourable Order of Inventors: Augmented Edition (The Fabulous Arrangement of Atoms) by Eddy Telviot (71 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

The Augmented Edition of The Stone Thieves is a #1 Amazon bestseller. With a new cover and a wonderful foreword by Academy Award Nominated Screenwriter, Terri Tatchell - this edition is packed full of amazing concept art commissioned by visionary Hollywood Director, Neill Blomkamp! Escape into a world you never knew existed There is a book which has shaped the course of history. For thousands of years, a secret society of inventors have guarded it. From the Greeks and Persians to mighty Hannibal and the formidable Caesars of Rome. Viking raiders. Crusaders. Even Genghis Khan and the Conquistadors sought it. Yet none have come close to finding it, until now... Taking a seemingly innocent summer apprenticeship, fifteen-year-old Sam is drawn into the mysterious world of The Few. He and three new friends are chosen to be trained in forgotten arts by this ancient order of inventors, whose existence is shrouded in dark science, marvellous modifications and incredible creations. It's the ...

Genre: Children's eBooks

The Trouble with Girls by Kirk Adams (Kirk Adams Books) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Eric Eules is in trouble -- always. The sixth-grade graduate has a big problem -- and it isn't just that Woodland Hills neighborhood guru Burnout pushes him down a hippie path he can't possibly travel. Eric's problem is that he's at war with nearly every woman in his life at the very moment he has grown to desire nothing more than the love of one girl. That is, his mother assigns him never-ending chores, his aunt taunts him as a male chauvinist piglet, and his sisters protest his frequent tinkling on the toilet seat. Most of all, he must face down classmate and nemesis Skinnydip -- who stands between Eric and the new girl to the neighborhood, the beautiful Lori Bloom. The Trouble with Girls in an exciting coming of age story in which a growing boy first perceives how the true desire of his heart is something -- someone -- greater than playing baseball and riding bikes with his boyhood friends. Set in an Indiana suburb during the summer of 1972 -- a year of tumult and change in how ...

Genre: Literary Fiction

Sunflower in the Shadows by Ambrosia R. Harris (14 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

Hi, I'm Mina Karim and I'm... Well, I'm not too sure what I am. Not anymore anyway. But what I am sure of, is never, under any circumstances, offer your soul to a demon while drunk. When performing a summoning ritual, there are just a few rules to follow. 1. Never offer your soul. 2. Be sure to read the written text EXACTLY as shown. 3. Know Latin. 4. Protection, protection, PROTECTION. And lastly, the most important rule of all 5. Never, under any circumstances, summon a demon while drunk. After breaking every rule in the book, Mina and her friends accidentally summon an ambivalent demon, creating a domino effect of terrors they now must find a way to fix. The problem? Nobody truly knows about the power they stumbled upon. Now, Mina finds herself working with the very demon who took her soul, to find a way to break their tether. Will they be able to break the bond? Or will the truth send them spiraling further into the endless depths of the Six Circles From the Author of The ...

Genre: Romance

The Magical, Musical Murders Down Dirkwood Manor by Simon Barton-Farmer (1 Review)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

'Listen between the music, Look behind the magic!' The year is 1891 and at the height of Summer, the newly appointed Lord Lester Dirkwood is hosting a birthday celebration weekend where he has invited a selection of friends to join in with the festivities. One such guest is his old university friend Dr Ezra Alexander. After a rocky coach journey Ezra, his partner Charlie and his new acquaintance Maud begin to relax on the sprawling Dirkwood Estate. Lester is a mystical and lively host, but foremost an entertaining one. When Lester unveils his sudden interest in contacting the spirit world to his guests, events start to unravel and soon Ezra is confronted with a body. Yet certain twists of fate leave Ezra and his friends with even more questions than answers. He is forced to draw from his own instincts rather than trust in stone cold evidence. Someone is behind the tricks that are taking place and as Ezra pushes closer towards the truth, the killer doubles down in concealing ...

Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Aureate Disaster by Christine Beverly (10 Reviews)    Price verified 57 minutes ago

Her name is Goldie, and she needs a body to survive. The only body that can sustain her. The body that already belongs to a person. His name is Rafc, and he's looking for his prized victim to experiment on like he's done countless times before. The person that'll be his breakthrough. Then there are the five alluring men and the entire world who hunt for the cause of the destruction of an entire city. To find the person who took their loved ones away and changed the lives of everyone. My name is Shilo Meadows. The person that body belongs to. The person that'll be his breakthrough. And the person that destroyed an entire city, resulting in the revealing of supernaturals. That person is me. I don't know how I'm going to survive my fate. I don't know how I'm going to stop what's to come. But I do know my time is running out

Genre: Romance

Love Lessons (1): Six super-steamy stories of Sapphic desire (Sapphic Desire: Great-Value Compilations) by Paris Rivera (1 Review)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Previously published as Love Lessons: 6 Super-Steamy Sapphic Age Gap Stories by Rivera, Paris 364 pages of teasing bliss! In "Please Write an Essay on 'Desire'!" ("off-the-charts steamy"), you can enter the compellingly erotic world of Professor Sara Dangerfield, who sets her beautiful student an interesting writing assignment that leads to a very interesting conclusion -- not least because the prof's elegant French girlfriend arrives home at a crucial moment. Join Amy, 21, as she learns the meaning of a Big City Massage ("five stars... gets your motor running"). A prof meets a student at the gym and they end up in the same shower in If You Say So, Professor (""well written... moves along at a pace that will keep your interest"). A babysitter is awoken -- but only slowly -- by her hostess in Waking Felicia ("such a tantalising story... extremely hot). Join Sarah for her first time with a woman in Deep Massage ("now i see why they're all going crazy about the author"). You can also ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

Watercolor: Volume 1 by Marina A.H. (10 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Perfect for fans of Heartstopper and Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, Watercolor is a heartfelt, slow burn romance between two childhood best friends who unexpectedly run into each other after being apart for almost ten years. Childhood is over and Daniel feels lost in his own life. He dreams of running away, hoping that new shores might bring new adventures. But the waters of the world always take us to unexpected places on our voyages of discovery, and he may find that the answer to his future is in rediscovering his past. Sixteen-year-old Daniel is leaving his home in Brazil, off to study abroad in the United States. The journey to find the happiness he hasn't felt in so long brings new friends, new experiences, and new perspectives. However, as he navigates this new life, Daniel discovers that his biggest adventure lies not in his future, but in his past, as he runs into his childhood best friend, Breno, who he hasn't seen in ten years. As they pick up ...

Genre: LGBTQ+ eBooks

Jones And The Watchers Way: Jones T. Harver And The Watchers Way by Philip Darmstaedter (30 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

Many people have heard of stories dealing with drug induced issues. Few could predict that a non-drug induced psychosis story would be in their grasp. In Jones and The Watchers Way - The first book of this life story series - Jones is a character based on my personal experiences, thoughts and feelings over four years with a spot of science fiction and self-help written into it. Our main hero Jones has landed in the psych ward. The mumbling watchers are outside, stuck in their own minds, still mostly homeless looking for a way to become free. They want to help. Well, most of them. As jones slowly learns how to speak with them across another plane, he discovers Nepharius. Jones' new realities mixed with lack of sleep and impending doom in a parallel universe loom ever closer as Jones desperately searches for a solution. What's real and what's not is a toss up. Jones was just another twenty-something searching to improve the world's future by communicating his sometimes crazy ideas ...

Genre: Literature & Fiction

The Land of Long Shadows by JJ Shurte (9 Reviews)    Price verified 27 minutes ago

These are not tales of survival, but tales of dying. In the heart of chaos, where two nuclear superpowers clash, an unrecognized island nation becomes the crucible of a world unraveling. Dark deeds birthed an apocalypse, shattering reality itself. City streets sink into nightmarish quagmires, and colossal pillars hold the sky aloft. From the shadows of this fractured world emerges a menagerie of horrors, stalking both the living and the dead. Some succumb to madness, becoming wretched beasts, while others, their sanity intact, grapple with the unanswerable question: why were they spared? Dive into The Land of Long Shadows, a collection of 11 gripping, post-apocalyptic tales, where survival means confronting the darkest facets of humanity and the unknown. Are you ready to journey through a world where death is not the end, but the beginning of something far more sinister?

Genre: Short Stories