The ancient holy texts are missing. The death of the world approaches. Six extraordinary men have shared one vision of a black tower and a river of blood. Somewhere in the desert wastelands of America, the ultimate battle will be waged. The greatest experiment in evil since the beginning of time is under way, with all humanity its designated sacrifice. The future is in the hands of the Six.

In this mystery, the police must figure out why Lynn Granville has left her husband Michael. Could it be because he is never at home; because at work Michael has an extremeley attractive new assistant whose marriage has its own problems; or because she herself has created a new life that does not involve him? And why are the police taking such a criminal view on what surely must be a domestic case?

John Woodward suffers from one of the strangest afflictions the world has ever seen: whenever he is caught in the rain he quite literally begins to melt.From M. H. Tardiff, author of grand entertainment, comes an anthology of nine short stories, in genres ranging from science fiction to dark comedy.Settings range from the skies of WWI to the white desert of a prehistoric glacier. Explore ages past and future and gasp as the strange and alien come to life and create a world not quite normal.Adventure awaits...

Just when Shannon thinks she's adjusting to a long and boring afterlife, a mysterious man appears and threatens to burn the town to the ground if she and Ben don't stop interfering with his world. Can they find the source of his power and save their home, or will he destroy the town – and their souls – in the process?INSIDE — Bittersweet News For Colin and Jill Fans: Jess Walton Leaving Y&R! Exclusive Interview With The Emmy Winner On Why (And For How Long) She’s Out! Plus: Tristan Rogers Reveals Details About His Y&R Return! Part Two of Our Exclusive With Deidre Hall: “Brian Frons, ABC, and Disney Made A Huge Error Underestimating the Power of Daytime Drama — and They Will Regret It.” Plus: More Burning DAYS Questions – And Who Wants Hall To Marry DAYS producer Greg Meng! DAYS’s Renee Jones Quits DAYS – And Acting! Another Y&R Hunk Headed to Toronto! How Many Times Can DAYS’s Will Come Out? DAYS’s Lucas and Sami Do The Nasty! Flashback: GH’s Kimberly McCullough on Robin Losing Her Sense of Humour! Every Week: Fearless Predictions! Plus: Last Week's Reviews, Unbelievable Blind Items, and Next Week's Cheat Sheet!

They say no man is an island.Perhaps he can become one under certain circumstances?Years have passed since the Enzyme Seven mutagen was introduced into Bixby Elementary’s water supply. And while fifteen-year old Drew Wheeler survived Project Chimera, the experiment left scars that cut deep. When he’s abducted by unknown agents, the rest of the Zero Avenue Brats follow, plunging once more into the murky supernatural depths churning beneath the city’s fractured asphalt streets to figure out who’s behind the project’s revival.

With Lace’s marriage nearing disaster, will the work duties his wife Judy disapproves of be the cause of devastation? Or will the couple’s relationship end more tragically? Fueled by selfish emotions, Judy’s volatile decisions cause unexpected results. Discover the story’s unique twist in this final chapter to the couple’s marriage.Samuel Buckland is a young man who has it all and is planning for the future. Gregory Caitlin is a businessman and politician. He has designs to bring hope back to a world in need...and he'll be damned if anyone gets in his way! When the two cross paths, even the angels tremble. An ancient magic has been rediscovered. Sam must overcome his lack of faith and accept his destiny, or the world he knows will suffer the consequences. . A skeptic who must harness the powers of demons and genies. A zealot who has begun to walk a darker path. Bound together by a stolen secret. Can any of them escape the Chains of Prophecy?

in the beginning there was a prophecy of one who would take up the mantle and destroy the ancient one known as Dark Singer in her own lands with a fabled device known only as the Frost Lance......this is such a storyThere is a way about brothers and there is a way about children. There is a way the young see the world as if the world is new and fresh and a place of magic. Sometimes all that matters is that you have someone to share it with, who understands, who sees as you see.Desertion is a story about reality, childhood, adulthood imagination, and growing up. It's about possibility, hope and loss. It's about two brothers and a man in the forest and the places where lies meet truth.And as always, it's about where the lines lay. "We're in... territory [of] mystery and mysterious places... We and the characters seem to move across boundaries, real ones involving the landscape, and emotional ones, where the lines between dream, fantasy, and reality get blurred... This story will stay with me a long time." -Leslee Becker, Author and Professor.Karl Pfeiffer is an aspiring novelist, journalist, paranormal investigator, lecturer, college student, and ghost hunter at the Stanley Hotel. Forever a romantic, he can't resist those things dark, epic, and mysterious, and this comes through in his writing as he explores the extremes of human emotion, where the edges fray, and what happens when the world breaks down.Karl carries a strong web presence, and can be followed on twitter and facebook through his website www.KarlPfeiffer.com

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The idea of sorrow has always appealed me, but now I am ashamed of myself, I’ve brought boredom, regrets, shame and pain into my life. Today sorrow enveloped me like an evil web, caught in the gain I am afraid of, Tari… what have you done, why did I listen to my ego, oh God Help me, I am so sorry!!!The idea of sorrow has always appealed me, but now I am ashamed of myself, I’ve brought boredom, regrets, shame and pain into my life. Today sorrow enveloped me like an evil web, caught in the gain I am afraid of, Tari… what have you done, why did I listen to my ego, oh God Help me, I am so sorry!!!The front door open, it is Adams, looking guilt but without remorse, he gave a laugh of mingled shock and dismay knowing that something terrible has been exposed; his phone has been off all through the night, because he was with Preye…

Sometimes the Lessons Don’t End When the Dismissal Bell Rings! When Dayana Forbes finds her introverted classmate Caleb in the aftermath of a brutal attack by another student, her view of her school as a safe haven is left shattered in smears of blood.Sometimes the Lessons Don’t End When the Dismissal Bell RingsSchool was supposed to be a safe haven, a place to build character in preparation for the real world. But when Dayana Forbes finds her introverted classmate Caleb in the aftermath of a brutal attack by another student, that illusion is left shattered in smears of blood. In the wake of such a brutal assault, Dayana will see that the character school builds isn’t always the stuff of academic integrity.

Fidelia was happily married, with one child, but her life was about to turn into a nightmare, for her only child had gone missing from school. In the ensuing quest for the girl, she is to realize that the ideal life she had been living was nothing more than a sham; that the wealth she had come to enjoy had been hinged on ritual murders, the likes of which she had never heard of before. She was theFidelia was happily married, with one child, but her life was about to turn into a nightmare, for her only child had gone missing from school. In the ensuing quest for the girl, she is to realize that the ideal life she had been living was nothing more than a sham; that the wealth she had come to enjoy had been hinged on ritual murders, the likes of which she had never heard of before. She was the chosen blood for the ritual goddess. And now, her only child was the ultimate blood sacrifice for the altar.She would have to battle to save, not only herself, but also her daughter, from the greatest evil they had ever encountered.

A older release put out by Kennie, sure it has some anger in it but when he wrote it it was shortly after his father died in a car crash so he was using his poetry as a outlet using it to let out all of the misguided feelings and anything that came into his mind.Some of it was written while sitting in a hospital while Crystal was having surgery on her broken leg so he wrote about that as wellIf it were possible, would you want to know the exact date, time and way in which you were going to die?Margaret “Meg” Thorne was born with the ability to predict people’s deaths. In the history of her family, the first-born female in each generation always has inherited this power. But it comes with strict rules that cannot be broken, many of which disturb Meg. The most frustrating is she cannot, not under any circumstances, make a prediction unless she specifically is asked for one. And once she does make it, that person’s impending death cannot be prevented…no matter what.Calder York is a best-selling author whose genre is psychic phenomena. He decides Meg might make an interesting subject for his next book and arranges to interview her. Their chemistry is instant, but he fears her...fears what she can reveal to him about himself.

Tales of the Demimonde is a collection of short works based on the urban fantasy trilogy "The Books of The Demimonde" by USA Today bestselling author Ash Krafton.Sophie Galen is saving the world, one damned person at a time. The advice columnist-turned-oracle must save her Demivampire lover from the fate that threatens each of his race: evolution and the destruction of his soul..."As I sat mourning over the fact that I'd read the last of the Demimonde Trilogy, I realized that I had this still. I was so tickled to open up this short piece of notes, stories, excerpts, and extras to act as a balm for my little book hangover. Tales is like the delightful extras after a favorite movie..."-- Sophia, Reviewer Check out the series and get a taste of the Demimonde...excerpts from reviews:BLEEDING HEARTS"This novel was a nice change from the traditional vampire stories. The emotions that the characters were able to draw out of me solidified my enjoyment of "Bleeding Hearts." One of an author's main goals is to get you, the reader, into their story--literally, if they could--by invoking each and every emotion that he/she writes into a character. Ash Krafton does this successfully without any unintentional awkward moments. Her writing style is very smooth, understandable, and didn't leave me questioning what just happened.""The characters were wonderfully written and interesting to follow. Towards the end of the story I was also emotionally involved in the story as well."BLOOD RUSH "Firstly, wow! I literally cannot express how much I love this series! I read the first book in the series, Bleeding Hearts, and could not wait for Blood Rush. It starts right where the first book ended, with Sophie recovering emotionally and physically from "The Crap That Almost Killed Her"."WOLF'S BANE"I was anxious to see how this story would end though...mostly because I was torn between which ending I wanted for Sophie.""I can honestly say this is my favorite book so far in this series. While I have enjoyed reading about Marek and Sofie and then later Rode, I really liked the addition of Dierk."Tales of the Demimonde is a collection of short works based on the urban fantasy trilogy, The Books of The Demimonde. Follow the saga of Sophie Galen, who is saving the world, one damned person at a time. The advice columnist-turned-oracle must save her Demivampire lover from the fate that threatens each of his race: evolution and the destruction of his soul. Learn more about the Demimonde when you read BLEEDING HEARTS, BLOOD RUSH, and WOLF’S BANE.

Jayme has had the ability to see ghosts and spirits ever since she had an accident that required an eye transplant, when she was little. This lead her to have an interest in the paranormal and create PINNY (Paranormal Investigations of Northern New York) group. Her group is called to investigate Cherry Point Bed & Breakfast.Jayme has had the ability to see ghosts and spirits ever since she had an accident that required an eye transplant, when she was little. This lead her to have an interest in the paranormal and create PINNY (Paranormal Investigations of Northern New York) group. Her group is called to investigate Cherry Point Bed & Breakfast. Due to a mix-up she forced to make nice with her ex-boyfriend, Chaz, and his crew of TV Star wannabes.What should be a routine investigation turns very dark, when Chaz is possessed. Jayme's left with the problem of saving her cheating ex from this dark force, but she's not sure if she can or even wants to.

Vampires, sea monsters, aliens, banshees, slashers and more. Ten horror-themed micro stories, each a spooky, bite-size treat at exactly two hundred and fifty words. Read one just before bed if you dare!The author was inspired by a very strange dream, in it she could see the place and the characters, she could even feel what they felt and fly as one of them. One new year's eve she began to write, then extended and improved the story patiently through the years until she felt sure it was time for it to come to the light.Nemines talks about life, love, energies, nature and deep connections told through very rare, special characters. Through their journey they will realize that nothing is really how they thought and that nature has other plans for them which means sacrifices will need to be made to save their dying world."They know the end of their species is near. They have tried to use their magic for years to revive nature and thus recover their life strength but without the sunlight they couldn’t achieve anything..."

The tale of a young man, who due to a tragically comic series of events ends up being known as 'Firstname Lastname'.He spends his life dreaming of whimsical adventures with quirky characters.But alas, they always seem to elude him, to the bitter end.Stargazing and astronomy proves to be a dangerous hobby for Jenny Airhart and her friends, as while out camping they are stumbled upon by a paranormal investigator, Sir Lionel Baker - Gentleman, Adventurer, and purveyor of mystery! (The biggest mystery being why did Kaya's mom once give her a sweater with Donny Osmond's face on it?)But Lionel is not so harmless as he first appears, as soon the women are drawn into an adventure with a very dangerous gang. And even greater dangers await them where they're going, beneath the earth, where deadly secrets lie in wait...This novella takes place after the novel 'The Little Queen', and before the upcoming novel 'Asterion'.

Alexei Romanov was the last czarovitch of Russia.All of Russia had prayed for his birth especially his mother Alexandra whose main duty was to provide a male to inherit the Romanov throne. After giving birth to four daughters, she bathed in a holy pool and prayed to St. Seraphim. A son was born, who was flawed. What secrets were his parents required to keep about their son? Read Alexei's diary.What was it like being heir to the richest thronein the world? His father Nicholas was worshipped as a god. Yet when he was born, he was flawed and not expected to live to adulthood. A staretz with hypnotic eyes kept him alive. How was this weakling going grow up rules this vast domain?Luckily his faux diary survived the revolution and his thoughts and feelings have risen like a phoenix. Who were his real enemies? Read about the lost kingdom of privilege and the curse that brought down his dynasty.

Cosmic giggleCosmic humor poetic A collection of poetryCosmic giggleCosmic humor poetic A collection of poetryWiggle room of destiny Some say it's all destiny a big planCall it just oneness if not a God fanCall it what you will it includes allDeeper into the destiny you fallSo deep you arrive at the wiggle roomAt the wiggle room of destiny you meet the guruThe guru has realized oneness and can change fateChange destiny of gloom and doomYou sit at the guru's feet in this roomYou enter here and now

**The follow-up to *A Mermaid's Kiss*-from a national bestselling author who "stands out in a genre known for its out-of-the-ordinary love play."(*The Romance Studio*)** Mina is the daughter of an unholy union-a mermaid taken by one of the malevolent Dark Ones. While helping to rescue Prime Legion Commander Jonah, she exposed herself as a potentially dangerous weapon, susceptible to the darkness in her own blood. Now, for the general good, Jonah has angels watching over her... Though Mina is resistant to being protected, her attitude begins to change when David, the human-born angel, is awarded the duty. Looking into his eyes, she can sense that he too knows what it means to fight the darkness within. But-as their passion threatens to take over-will it lead them to Heaven or Hell?

WHO WAS HE? This enigmatic stranger with the sexy smile wasn't what he seemed. The man who called himself Michael Dowd came into Francey Neeley's life under mysterious circumstances and soon had her heart fluttering and her blood pumping. For wherever Michael went, danger followed. She was his one weakness. Michael knew that alluring Francey could be his downfall - and he didn't even trust her. He was a secret agent trying to pry information from her about a terrorist group, a group that was trying to kill him - and her. As the danger escalated, Francey was swept into a world of death and deceit. Still, she couldn't stay away from him. Somehow Michael had won her heart - and she his. And that could be a deadly combination for them both.