When Madeline Hammond stepped from the train at El Cajon, New Mexico, it was nearly midnight, and her first impression was of a huge dark space of cool, windy emptiness, strange and silent, stretching away under great blinking white stars. Miss, there's no one to meet you, said the conductor, rather anxiously. I wired my brother, she replied. "The train being so late - perhaps he grew tired of waiting. He will be here presently. But, if he should not come - surely I can find a hotel?" There's lodgings to be had. Get the station agent to show you. If you'll excuse me - this is no place for a lady like you to be alone at night. It's a rough little town - mostly Mexicans, miners, cowboys. And they carouse a lot. Besides, the revolution across the border has stirred up some excitement along the line. Miss, I guess it's safe enough, if you -

For the answers to many important questions, children should try this "story crammed with baffling word puzzles, a dozen zany characters, uproariously funny situations, and unmitigated slapstick."--The Horn Book. Illustrated.

Maxie Duncan is a 23-year-old rich blonde girl from Maine. When her fiance breaks up with her she moves to L.A. to become an actress. Weird things start to happen once she arrives and she realizes things are not what they seem.Sometimes life can be a real witch. Meet Maxie Duncan. Your average 23-year-old blonde. If you can call being wealthy, gorgeous, and knowing what the future holds at times, average. After her fiancé blindsides her with a breakup at their favorite restaurant, she leaves Maine for a shot at being Hollywood’s new ‘it girl.’ There’s only one problem. She’s never acted a day in her life. When a big Hollywood director sends her packing, she realizes if she wants to stay in L.A., she may have to become a normal girl after all. But normal has never been in the cards for her. Strange things keep happening wherever she goes, a red-eyed shadow no one else sees is stalking her, and to top it off, she may be falling in love again, with either the bookish guy next door, or Hollywood’s hottest leading man. But everything isn’t what it seems. Someone’s keeping secrets from her. Is it her new friends at the apartment building she moved into? Or is it Ryan Everheart, the actor who wants to sweep her off her feet? And why are her feet suddenly floating off the ground? It’s enough to drive a girl insane. All Maxie wants to do is ride off into the sunset with her one true love and find a killer pair of Manolo Blahniks on the way. But how’s a girl supposed to focus on a love life and shopping when everywhere she turns someone or something is trying to kill her?

Donald Farber, MD, is a specialist in Mesmor therapy. He hates it, even though it's an effective treatment for neurosis. Now, what should he do about his own neurotic problems?Donald Farber, MD, is a specialist in Mesmor therapy, a treatment that lets him probe a patient's deepest secrets and then falsify disturbing memories. He hates the deception this involves, even though it's an effective treatment for neurosis. Now, what should he do about his own neurotic problems? A solution may be at hand whether he wants it or not.

Once again, Tim Diamond and his younger brother Nick are flat broke. So when they're hired to investigate an anonymous death threat made to world-famous pop singer and movie actress Minerva, they jump at the chance. However, the Greek celebrity seems to have plenty of enemies - so the question is, which one actually wants her dead?

Apollo and Amaya Shelly are twins, living deep in the forest of Stockwood Washington and away from civilization. Three days before their 18th birthday, the twins discover that their “normal” existence is anything but normal: their father and the Sanguis clan are vampires.Whether past or present, family or clan, the line between good and evil can easily blur. . .Apollo and Amaya Shelly are twins, living deep in the forest of Stockwood Washington and away from civilization. Raised by their father and under the protection of their leader, Maximiliano, Apollo and Amaya live what they consider a normal life with the Sanguis clan.Three days before their 18th birthday, the twins discover that their “normal” existence is anything but normal: their father and the Sanguis clan are vampires. Worse yet, they learn that an agreement was made that would predestine them to become vampires on their special day.In a chilling race against time, the twins uncover a secret that could destroy their lineage and alter their existence. Whether past or present, family or clan, the line between good and evil can easily blur. . . . . . Especially when they are bound to darkness

Flavia di Stefano of Rome's Art Theft Squad and art historian Jonathan Argyll have charmed mystery readers around the world. Their latest case is baffling to the extreme, when clues from a Titian researcher's death by mugging point to murder -- and a criminal conspiracy...

This issue of Residential Aliens Magazine brings together 5 stories of speculative fiction. From 'sword and planet' fantasy and science fiction to magical realism and zombie exterminators, we have a great issue in store for you.Residential Aliens, Issue 4.11, features 5 stories of speculative fiction, including:1. Petition by L.S. King2. The Fluttering Flies by Gary Raven3. Plague Ship by Kurt Heinrich Hyatt4. Full Moon Gala by Lachlan David5. Tarzan at the Earth's Corps by Walt StaplesFrom 'sword and planet' fantasy and science fiction to magical realism and zombie exterminators, we have a great issue in store for you.

Classic fairytales with a modern twist and new fairytales with their own magic and spice! Whichever way you look at it, this is a great anthology from some of your favorite Indie Authors! **Warning - not all fairytales have happy endings!!** Krystal George, Heather Kirchhoff, Kate Marie Robbins, Cindy Bartolotta, Amanda Alberson, S Cu'Anam Policar, Kim Stevens, and Twinkle (Sugandha) VarshneyClassic fairytales with a modern twist and new fairytales with their own magic and spice! Whichever way you look at it, this is a great anthology from some of your favorite Indie Authors! **Warning - not all fairytales have happy endings!!**Authors include: Krystal George, Heather Kirchhoff, Kate Marie Robbins, Cindy Bartolotta, Amanda Alberson, S Cu'Anam Policar, Kim Stevens, and Twinkle (Sugandha) Varshney

Nancy is always on the look out for a mystery, but when it comes to choosing a birthday present for her father, she hasn't got a clue! But then, another mystery comes her way - one that involves Heather Simmons, a leading candidate in the upcoming election for Mayor of River Heights. Nancy is pretty sure that Heather's daughter Leslie, musician extraordinaire, has been kidnapped. But the thing is, nobody is saying a word about it!

With the humor, irony, and veteran storytelling that have made him one of America’s most respected novelists, Thomas Berger has written a modern-day Robinson Crusoe.

Daytime TV's first and only new hot e-zine: Weekly summary of soap opera's hottest news, stories, humour, gossip, blind items, fearless predictions, top stars/stories/couples/characters to watch, snark galore, review and analysis.BREAKING NEWS: Another Y&R Actress Fired! Find Out Who! Eric Braeden Re-Signs! Plus: Jess Walton Returns to Y&R! Details In Her Own Words! Plus: Is Tristan Rogers Back?INSIDE — BREAKING SOAP: Part Two Of UNCENSORED’s Exclusive Interview with Acclaimed B&B Scribe Patrick Mulcahey! The Magic Of Katherine Kelly Lang Explained, His Best Daytime Moments, And The Future Of Brooke and Stephanie! — Special Section: Summer Winners and Losers! Featuring: Sharon Case, Maria Arena Bell, Eric Braeden, Crystal Chappell, Liason/JaSam GH Fans, James Scott, Chandler Massey, Christel Khalil, Finola Hughes, Ingo Rademacher, Scott Clifton, Ronn Moss, Brad Bell, Jill Farren Phelps, Josh Griffith, Galen Gering, and Kirsten Storms! The Y&R Bloodbath Begins: Genie Francis, Debbi Morgan, and Marcy Rylan Fired! Find Out Why Rylan Was Really Let Go! Plus: Who’s Next? Report: Are Billy Miller and Michael Graz Quitting? Jill Farren Phelps Produces Josh Griffith’s First Episode: What Went Down On Set? Also: Why You Can’t Blame JFP For The Firings Engulfing Y&R! GH Time-Slot Switch: Good News! Unbelievable Blind Items!

Artur's world is changing. Can he knit together the five clans, those who barely tolerate each other, to fight the marauding Aoten? And can he overcome his own culture's taboos to win the fair Andreia? A tremendous journey and mighty adventure leads to the greatest climax in the world's history.A WOMAN IN NEED OF SAVING…Lyric Carmichael is a shifter in trouble. When a pack of rogue wolves attacks her, she knows she will have to fight for her life. Being a member of the Iron Wolves MC and a wolf shifter, she’s used to fighting, with the odds stacked against her, she’s not sure she’ll make it out alive. A BADASS SOLDIER…Rowan Shade, a member of the Special Forces has fought many battles, so wading into the fight to save a gorgeous woman is second nature. Being bitten by Lyric in order to save him from a fate worse than death, and finding out there are supernatural beings, is one of the most erotic experiences of his life. He just hopes they live long enough to explore more of this new and wild world.A LOVE BEYOND REASON…As Rowan and Lyric explore their new relationship, the danger to the pack intensifies. When they find out one of their own has betrayed them, the strength of the entire MC is needed in order for them all to survive the upcoming battle.

1000 years ago the Acharites drove the Forbidden from their land. Now, strange sightings along Achar's northern border foreshadow their return. The barbaric tribes of the Ravensbund come with tales of fearsome beings who feed on terror.

Hannah needs to reel in Harry the hottie, find the dog’s owner, and try to be a normal teenager.Love, paws, and fur balls abound in this fun short story that is bound to make your tail wag.In the first installment of the Hairy Tail Series, Hannah needed a project to get her through the long summer. Signing up at the local animal shelter, she finds exactly what she needs in the sad, lost dog Basil.She sets her sights on finding his owner, promising him he would be reunited with his family. What she didn’t anticipate was being distracted by her gorgeous co-volunteer, Harry.Overcoming her inner shyness, Hannah needs to reel in Harry the hottie, find Basil’s owner, and try to be a normal teenager for her mother. And do all this before the summer ends.Love, paws, and fur balls abound in this fun short story that is bound to make your tail wag.Also available:A Hairy Tail 2A Hairy Tail 3A Hairy Tail 4A Hairy Tail CollectionAnother Hairy Tail

Rhine Toledo lives in a Post-Apocalyptic world of scorching sun and jagged earth. By some miraculous intervention of fate he made it across the endless sand dunes and has arrived in a place no one knew existed: Pillar’s Shadow, a place unlike any he’s seen before.Pillars ShadowRhine Toledo lives in a Post-Apocalyptic world of scorching sun and jagged earth. By some miraculous intervention of fate he made it across the endless sand dunes and has arrived in a place no one knew existed: Pillar’s Shadow, a place unlike any he’s seen before. The people there climb the Pillar: a steep mountain that shoots up from the sand. They climb it to discover the secret of the Pillar and the secret of the mysterious lights that appear at its peak every night. Pillar's Shadow is a post-apocalyptic science fiction story.

Malver turns to his father."You must stay hidden son. For if she sees you, she will be frightened off," his father says as both of them divert their eyes back to the young female sitting by the river.His heart sings out to hers. A longing he has never felt before.Malver turns to his father."You must stay hidden son. For if she sees you, she will be frightened off," his father says as both of them divert their eyes back to the young female sitting by the river.His heart sings out to hers. A longing he has never felt before. He feels the need to touch her. It builds as her face turns more his way. His father lightly taps his shoulder. He turns and notices the leader guards walking towards them. The one stops beside Malvar.Did you mate her yet?He drifts his eyes back to the young beauty. His sigh tells the guards his answer.You have been coming here for four months now, yet you have not sedduced her to mate you.

Author Clay Coolidge has returned home to Sunapee, NH with the intention of laying his most famous character to rest. Based on the woman who saved his life when he was fifteen years old, Sylvie Monroe has been his obsession for the last ten years. Now Clay's literary world is about to collide with the reality of what happened that summer day.Author Clay Coolidge has returned home to Sunapee, NH with the intention of laying his most famous character to rest. Based on the woman who saved his life when he was fifteen years old, Sylvie Monroe has been his obsession for the last ten years. Now Clay's literary world is about to collide with the reality of what happened that summer day — and the truth is stranger than anything in one of his books.Sylvie Monroe is a Children of the Hunt short story. If you like this story, don't forget to check out Hunt, the first book in the Children of the Hunt series.

A regular night after a party for two young newlyweds takes a sudden turn, and they are faced with a separation like no other kind. Also check out the novel Nowhere Man and Orange Girl: a new novel by J.W. Walker (pen name for Wayne Haroutunian) "Your book has replaced Netflix for me." A.H. “I could totally see this as a movie.” C.B.A regular night after a party for two young newlyweds takes a sudden turn, and they are faced with a separation like no other kind. Also check out the novel Nowhere Man and Orange Girl: a new novel by J.W. Walker (pen name for Wayne Haroutunian)"Your book has replaced Netflix for me." A.H. “I could totally see this as a movie.” C.B.

Recent reader comment: "I just now finished Encounters and am amazed at how vivid the book is to me because of your gift to describe a scene in such understandable and real terms. What a wonderful story and sad in human terms at the same time. You would make an excellent pastor! Encounters should be in every church youth library. A great adventure, young men coming into their own...""Encounters in the Jemez" is an exciting fictional tale of two teenage young men — Kevin and Curt — and their adventures in the New Mexico Jemez (HAY-mez) wilderness two weeks before they began their senior year of high school. Kevin and Curt's adventures — and encounters — run the gamut from a Basque shepherd boy to a Native American burial ground to a black bear to a mysterious cave and an apparent time warp back to New Mexico Territory in the year 1854, a pre-Civil War U.S. Army unit and an Apache War Chief. During their adventure, Kevin and Curt each have a unique encounter with God that will stir your heart.