In a Japan that never was ... Yamabushi Kaidan is a mountain monk with tremendous fighting ability and spiritual powers, Yumi is a brilliant but untested warrior, fighting for her village and her independence, and Kaidan's apprentice Akio is a gifted healer with a courageous heart, but can their combined prowess save the village of Kyuusai from the onslaught of the mysterious Smoke Dragon?In a Japan that never was ... Yamabushi Kaidan is a mountain monk with tremendous fighting ability and spiritual powers, Yumi is a brilliant but untested warrior, fighting for her village and her independence, and Kaidan's apprentice Akio is a gifted healer with a courageous heart, but can their combined prowess save the village of Kyuusai from the onslaught of the Smoke Dragon, an evil never before seen in the Autumn Valley?The Smoke Dragon is a Ditmar and Aurealis Awards finalist.The Adventures of Yamabushi Kaidan continue in The Mist Ninja.

Walker and Taylor's story... Taylor Morris had been in love Walker Moore since she could remember. With Walker heading off to Texas A&M and Taylor making her way to Baylor, Taylor makes a promise to wait for Walker. But some promises have to be broken when finding out who you truly are…and who you truly love.

The Fallen God is the second book in my Nomads of Gorn three part trilogy, it continues the travels of the Almadra started in my first book “Nomads of the Gods” Arn, Andra, Osh and the rest of the tribe travel to the forests of Caltarine, there they meet the Norgonie, the people of the forest who’s Queen Arn knows well, lots of action and adventure and a little romance, enjoy.The Fallen God is the secound book in my Nomads of Gorn three part trilogy, it continues the travels of the Almadra started in my first book “Nomads of the Gods” Arn, Andra, Osh and the rest of the tribe travel to the forests of Caltarine, there they meet the Norgonie, the people of the forest who’s Queen Arn knows well, but unknown to them an ancient mechanical menace has come to Gron and it has the power to destroy them all. The book also brings back the hate filled Shadowman, brother of the King, he joins forces with the giant mechanical monster and sets out to fulfill his revenge on the Nomads, meanwhile in the forest stronghold of the Norgonie Andra must fight for her life against vicious Sargar cats and a kidnapping by the son of the Queen and when she is taken to the Forbidden City she finds flesh eaters, horrific dangers, people from her past and something she thought was lost. New adventures also await the philosopher Osh and Endo, for the young Sandjar must fight to free his people for the slave pits under the Norgonie city, and Osh comes face to face with a ancient scholar he thought was long dead, fully illustrated with over 50 chapter drawings it has lots of action, romance and intrigue and is yours FREE for the reading, enjoy.

London, 1816 Cavalry captain Gabriel Lacey returns to Regency London from the Napoleonic wars, his career ignominiously over. He stumbles onto the case of a kidnapping, the accused a prominent MP. Lacey's search for the girl leads to the discovery of murder, corruption, and dealings with a leader of the underworld. At the same time, Lacey must face the everyday troubles of his own life.London, 1816 Cavalry captain Gabriel Lacey returns to Regency London from the Napoleonic wars, burned out, fighting melancholia, his career ended. His interest is piqued when he learns of a missing girl, possibly kidnapped by a prominent member of Parliament. Lacey's search for the girl leads to the discovery of murder, corruption, and dealings with a leader of the underworld. Lacey faces his own disorientation upon transitioning from a soldier's life to the civilian world, redefining his role with his former commanding officer and making new friends--from the top of society to the street girls of Covent Garden.Book 1 of the Captain Lacey Regency Mysteries. This is a full-length novel.

All scientific research has an element of risk, especially investigations that advance beyond the edge of the known into the unknown to probe the limits of what is possible and what is not. Jeremiah Arkenton must keep this in mind as he and his wife investigate the mysterious disappearance of a colleague while trying to avoid the same fate. This is a short story and a Cthulhu Mythos tale.Jeremiah Arkenton is a dedicated and consummate theoretical scientist, while his wife Kathleen is a technological genius in her own right. Together they have made many breakthroughs for the US government and military while pursuing their own pet projects. They more than anyone, even among their fellow scientists, understand the risk inherent in scientific research, especially when investigations push beyond the boundary of what is known into the unknown, to deliberately probe the limits of what is possible versus what is impossible.Jeremiah and Kathleen are asked by their good friend Laban Shrewsbury to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a scientist working at the Natural History Museum in Denver, Colorado, at the request of a former student who heads the research department. It turns out to be a classic "locked room" mystery, with the only clue being an enigmatic device that resembles a telescope. The researcher's notes describe it as a "tachyon television", which uses particles that travel faster than light to "see" objects farther away than is possible for any device that relies on normal electromagnetic waves, such as light or radio waves.To solve the mystery, the couple decide they must activate the device to see what happens. At the same time, they must try to avoid the same fate of the hapless museum scientist.

Some important papers and a student go missing from the observatory while the Aldens visit a college with their grandfather, they have to investigate both disappearances and see if they are connected.

The Aldens search for a lost cat in Greenfield. But when a mysterious phone call reveals the cat was stolen, it’s up to them to find the catnapper as well!

It's a summer of change for the Baby-sitters Club, with major changes in the look and focus of Ann M. Martin's classic series. Throughout the summer members of the club share feelings about who they are and where they're going in a special journal. Four members drop out of the club, bringing the group back to the original characters: Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, and Stacey. Four Friends Forever.

Guardian angels do exist and God still performs miracles. In this simple yet engaging compilation, bestselling author Karen Kingsbury retells some of the incredible stories she's heard from teenagers over the years.

This picture book from best-selling author Karen Kingsbury introduces Cody the caterpillar. Cody isn't happy being stuck on the ground, but he's encouraged to have faith and soon discovers than God has a wondrous plan for him.

Arlana lived in a place outside of time. Ignored by her father and despised by her stepmother, she lived in solitude, having only brief moments of companionship with her twin sister. Then she is cursed to live another person's life in a different time and place. She dreams of a dark and mysterious man. Will he free her of this curse or will she forever shift through time never knowing who he is?She lived in a place outside of time...Her father had created this world and he brought into it his family, protectors and servants.Ignored by her father and despised by her stepmother, Arlana lived in solitude having only brief moments of companionship with her twin sister and childhood friend.Then her world changes...She is cursed to live another person’s life in a different time and in a different place. Dreams of a dark and mysterious man are her only link to who she had been. Would he save her? Or would the curse shift her through time never knowing why he haunted her?

This short collection of contemporary poems explores a range of themes including music composition, the New Zealand landscape, the freedoms of childhood, motorcycle rides, social justice, architecture, intimacy, school holidays, travel and coffee. The poems explore how identity and culture are expressed in brief forms. If you like your poetry ristretto, Licorice will suit you.This first collection of contemporary poems includes works previously published in the USA and New Zealand. The collection uses narrative, prose, Fibonacci sequences, odes, and open forms to describe experiences from a range of socio cultural perspectives. The collection explores composition, childhood freedoms, the complexities of intimacy, and short pieces about moveable objects.

A haunting collection of short stories from Koji Suzuki, author of the smash thriller, Ring, which spawned the hit film and sequels. The first story in this collection has been adapted to film (Dark Water, Walter Salles), and another, "Adrift" is currently in production with Dimension Films.

A leading restaurateur is found bound, gagged and dead in front of his TV. When confronted by this horrific scene the normally dispassionate homicide detective Javier Falcon is inexplicably afraid. What could be so terrible?"

An eminent scientist is challenged by a humanoid robot in a verbal combat which lays bare irrationality, inconsistency and senselessness in our lives which we have learned to accept."Where did you find the dress! Tell me! Where did you buy this?""A tailor, in the woods. Let go of me, woman. What is with you? What is this about?""What was the name of the shop! You must tell me, Gregory!"He tried to undo her claw-like grasp on his arms but to no avail. She was digging her fingers in for dear life."Tell me!""The Verdant Egress! Why?"Caralynne turned to flee the room, meaning to head for the door once more, but Gregory was quicker. His hand shot out, drunk or not, and he turned her back towards him."You can't go out at this hour alone! It's unheard of!""Let go of me!" Caralynne squealed, pushing at him."Caralynne, I can't let you leave…not like this!"For a moment, she paused and looked up at him. In his cups or no, he was stronger than her. This wouldn’t be easy for her to say, but there was much at stake. And she would give anything to leave the house in this very moment. There was no time to spare."If you…if you let me leave, I shall return…"Her hands were gentle as she pressed them lightly to his velvety vest and pushed him away from her. She saw him swallow at the merest hint of heat in her touch, but still he didn't let go of her arms."When I return, I shall…I shall find you. In your…bedroom…"Lord Esteban's eyes widened at the suggestion. Caralynne nodded, knowing he had made the connection she intended. Whether she would keep that soft agreement she had just made or not, she didn't care. But she needed to leave. Now."When you return," Gregory said carefully, "I'll be in my bedroom. Attend me there. Like a wife should…"Caralynne nodded this time and slowly, Lord Esteban let her go. Then she turned and left the room, running for the door that a servant was already opening for her. With barely enough time to draw her cloak hood up over her head, she ran out into the rain and into the night.

Paul had a secretive job that he’d always kept hidden from his girlfriend. Eventually their continuous arguing over his job caused them to break up. One night, Paul found himself in need of Norma’s help, and she decided to use her leverage to find out just exactly what he had been hiding. Dark comedy.When Sam Marker ran away from her old life, all she needed was a job and somewhere to live. Anything would do. And then, one fateful day, she saw that the town of Rippon was looking for a new gardener...Unfortunately for Sam, the 'garden' is actually a cemetery, and it just so happens to contain the deadliest grave in the world. As she tries to adjust to her new life in the sleepy little town, Sam finds herself increasingly drawn into a strange double life. Dark forces are gathering in Rippon, seeking access to the Devil's grave, and soon she finds herself trapped in the middle of a struggle that could decide the fate of the world.

Rel's actions on arrival in Vessit landed him in prison. Dora must deal with the fallout from his arrest while suffering the uncontrollable, chaotic effects of her Second Gift.When one of Vessit's Gifted becomes stranded in the Second Realm, Dora takes the opportunity to leave her problems behind and help with the rescue. But nothing is ever so simple in the Second Realm.Eric Peterson lost his father 2 years ago.Everyone said it had been a freak lightning storm, but Eric wasn't sure, as he was still being haunted by the nightmares.He could clearly see the hooded figures, the syringe, the bright blue liquid being forced into his fathers neck.With the help of his best friend, Tom, he is determined to find the truth.Yet it will cost him more than he could have ever bargained.

Different time . . . different place, but The Ghostcatcher is at it again. He tries to help, but there's only so much you can do when the problem is murder. Sunny, his significant other, a karate instructor, a homely blues singer and a host of very bad guys keep this fourth installment of the series moving at breakneck speed.The Ghostcatcher is back. T.K. Fleming has sailed north to join Sunny, his lady love and newly appointed professor of Psychology at a small campus in near the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia. Key West is behind him and he thinks he's escaped his legacy as a reluctant investigator of grisly crimes. But when the Ghostcatcher arrives, death can't be too far behind. Sunny persuades him to help a small time bar singer, a simple woman who channels Janis Joplin and a host of blues artists who can turn your heart inside out. It could be simple, but then again . . . it is murder.