Twins, Connor and Grace, never dreamed that there was any truth to the Vampirate shanty their father sang to them before he died, but that was before the two were shipwrecked and separated from each other. For Connor, who is taken aboard a pirate ship, there's the chance to learn to swordfight, but for Grace, aboard a mysterious ship of vampire pirates, the danger is great. What will it take for them to find each other?

Dick Leslie's Luck - A Story of Shipwreck and Adventure is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Harry Collingwood is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Harry Collingwood then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

Saturn looms through the haze above Titan’s menacing surface. The moon of Saturn is home to Alpha India. But the fuel that powers the colony is mysteriously disappearing, and the engineer responsible for maintaining the colony’s life-support is forced to leave the confines of the colony to confront his past and their future on the bleak moon of Saturn.Galaxy-wide human population: 51.Saturn looms through the haze above Titan’s menacing surface. The moon of Saturn is home to Alpha India. But the fuel that powers the colony is mysteriously disappearing, and the engineer responsible for maintaining the colony’s life-support is forced to leave the confines of the colony to confront his past and their future on the bleak moon of Saturn.Alpha India human population: 51Galaxy-wide human population: 51Part 1 in The Hysteresis Chain.

Meet the woman who works with the U.S. Army by day and strikes out at night on her own as the vigilante "Souverain"! In this short story, Souverain is based in Baghdad in 2009, dealing with a young Iraqi teen with a serious case of hero worship - and a new wave of suicide bombers!Originally appeared in "Souverain" #1 from Earthbound Comics.A burned out drunk on the verge of death is saved by an alien scientist who wishes to use him as a host to study the human race. He is given a new body with enhancements with such features as telescopic, microscopic, infrared, and x-ray vision. His new improved brain allows him to invent new products and write computer programs which make him very wealthy. The alien helps him transform his body and assume a new identity and live out his dream of being a singer and attracting females to his private fan club,His new life doesn't not go unnoticed. A female journalist investigates rumors that he is using his fan club as sex slaves. Also, a detective comes to investigate his possible involvement in the murder of his former self. The detective brings a black cocaine whore to keep him company while he does his investigation.Once he has learned to use his new enhancements, the alien adds a Time/Transport Bubble to his body. To familiarize himself with the abilities of this amazing device, he does a few test trips in current time and in the not too distant past. For example, he travels to North Korea to steal the virginity of the dictator's new bride and wreck his new weapon of mass destruction. He also uses his abilities to save a famous woman who was unfairly accused of being a spy during World War 1. These are only two of the many adventures the new time traveler experiences.

London, 1921. An archaeological find from the steppes of Central Asia is sought by the shadowy Thule Society to further their nefarious purposes. But can an absent-minded professor and his rather more competent assistants save the day? A period urban fantasy about the magical wonders of the world.London, 1921. An archaeological find from the steppes of Central Asia is sought by the shadowy Thule Society to further their nefarious purposes. But can an absent-minded professor and his rather more competent assistants save the day? A period urban fantasy about the magical wonders of the world, and the first in a series of short stories that delves into the mysteries of the Voynich Manuscript, the Thule Society, and magical artifacts from across the globe. One must always be prepared for the unexpected when working for the British Museum's Division of Curious Devices and Remarkable Artifacts!

Pure Fantasy Adventure that takes off from the very first page! 7000+ readers have spoken about how this story grabbed them, pulled them in and transported them to a place that isn't just creative, it's pure imagination. You'll be moving at a fast pace along an epic journey that can only be described as incredible. Everything you're looking for in a "can't put it down" weekend read is right here.Pure Fantasy Adventure that takes off from the very first page! 7000+ readers have spoken about how this story grabbed them, pulled them in and transported them to a place that isn't just creative, it's pure imagination. You'll be moving at a fast pace along an epic journey that can only be described as incredible. Everything you're looking for in a "can't put it down" weekend read is right here.This book was written after having an epiphany. I literally woke up from a dream and began writing. This story is appropriate for any reader age 9 and above. You'll find no gratuitous violence, foul language or nightmarish scenes. What you will discover on these pages is an adventure unlike anything I had ever dreamed about before; a fantasy tale worthy of reading aloud and a cast of characters that could only have come from deep within a creative mind.In The Hero's Chamber, two young men take a reluctant journey to find something that hasn't existed in thousands of years. Their guide may not be trustworthy, their fate is almost certain death but without this effort, their world, the original Earth, will die. Our adventurers are led by a young woman who must remain unseen, she is forbidden to speak and yet without her, there can be no success. Join this unforgettable group as they struggle through an epic journey that none of them expected, none of them asked for and none of them may survive.

A road novel with fascinating turns through exotic Asia, workaday America, and Iran caught up in revolution. Readers travel realms where anything is possible, wonderful, or horrible. And always on the road ahead, the mythical Jon Glass who haunts the entire journey.A road novel with fascinating turns through exotic Asia, workaday America, and Iran caught up in revolution. Readers travel realms where anything is possible, wonderful, or horrible. And always on the road ahead, just beyond reach, the mythical figure of Jon Glass who haunts the entire journey.A story imbued with meaning just below the level of articulating that will haunt your dreams. A siren call to your wanderlust.

Tomb is the first story in the 14 book McLaughlin City Series. A colorful cast of explorers with unique talents and abilities are sent to explore King Foymama's tomb, a tomb that was sealed in time. Once the tomb has been revealed, nothing is as it seems. Expect the unexpected as the tomb protects itself from intruders.Part 1 in the "Rachel's Confession" series. Twenty-eight-year-old Rachel Walker has lost the most precious thing in this world: the will to live. Two days before Christmas her husband dies in an automobile accident. A short time later, she suffers the loss of another loved one.In time, her outlook goes from grey to black. Depression sets in. Despair. Then, for reasons even she cannot explain, she casts her fate on one last act: she goes to Confession. But there is nothing -- absolutely nothing -- that can prepare her for what she finds there. Rev. Molly Simpson of Church of the Resurrection (the largest Methodist Church in the United States) said this. "If you have ever wrestled with the question 'Where was God when?' then allow Rachel's story to take your imagination on a journey towards healing."

Steve is finally living on his own in a new city where an enigmatic king has just taken the seat of power. People are somehow recognizing Steve though they have never seen him before. The mystery behind an elusive lookalike grows along with the danger in Steve’s life. Join Steve on this exciting tale of adventure as he learns to fight, risks his life, and pursues the most villainous enemies.Unofficial Minecraft BookSteve is finally living on his own in a new city where an enigmatic king has just taken the seat of power. Steve’s first assignment at his new job is a special one—a 24-hour courier job to deliver a package of expensive crafting materials across a dangerous stretch of the kingdom. To succeed and live to see another day, Steve must thwart a den of thieves, Creepers looming in the wilderness, and other explosive threats. All the while, people are somehow recognizing Steve though they have never seen him before, and the mystery behind an elusive lookalike grows along with the danger in Steve’s life. Join Steve on this exciting and fun tale of adventure as he learns to fight, risks his life, and pursues the most villainous enemies in his Minecraft-based world.This unofficial Minecraft book is not authorized, endorsed or sponsored by Microsoft Corp., Mojang AB, Notch Development AB or any other person or entity owning or controlling the rights of the Minecraft name, trademark or copyrights. All characters, names, places and other aspects of the game described herein are trademarked and owned by their respective owners. Minecraft®/ /TM & ©2009-2016 Mojang/Notch.

Part 2 of All the Days of John Mann. Continues the story begun in The Stolen Days of John Mann. Choke survivor John Mann and ally Gunner travel a long and treacherous road in their search for David and revenge on the traffickers who took him. Can they outrun the unseen net that tightens around them? Danger, betrayal and death are the common coin, Mann's ability to kill or cure the ultimate prize.Part 2 of All the Days of John Mann. Continues the story that began in The Stolen Days of John Mann.Preacher John Mann is the only known survivor of exposure to the choke, the virus that has decimated humanity. As society struggles to survive and rebuild, Mann and his uncertain ally Gunner leave Keen in her brother's safekeeping while they continue on the trail of the missing boy David. Their road is full of treacherous turns that can only lead them into brutal conflict with a gang of Russian traffickers.While Doctor Russell's relentless pursuit of Mann brings her closer to her quarry, unseen, the Government's net draws ever tighter around them all.Suffering a crisis of faith, Mann is all too aware that his very existence puts all those he would hold close at risk.'His faith seemed to diminish by the mile the further he moved away from Keen, like fuel dripping out onto the road from a cracked tank.'When danger, betrayal and death are the common currency, John Mann's potential as a weapon or as the source of a vaccine is the ultimate prize that all would profit by but which he won't easily surrender.

Space Marshall Kyle Mackey is a Gate Keeper - one of the members of the Space Marshall Service to watch for unauthorized entry through the portal that allows near-instantaneous travel between Earth and Mars. But when he's sent to investigate a downed transmitter at the moon's Prison Base Luna, he's absolutely sure of it. The only question: can he find the answers he needs before he loses his life?ONE CRISIS, ONE MARSHALLA hijacked star freighter...A lunar prison under siege...A Space Marshall sent to face it all alone. In his first foray into science fiction, Terrence McCauley (winner of three New Pulp Awards in 2014) crafts a fast-paced, exciting story for the debut of The Gate Keeper Chronicles, McCauley’s Pro Se Single Shot Signature Series of digital singles.Space Marshall Kyle Mackey is a Gate Keeper - one of the members of the Space Marshall Service to watch for unauthorized entry through the portal that allows near-instantaneous travel between Earth and Mars. But when his ship is attacked by a hijacked star freighter, Mackey feels something's not right. And when he's sent to investigate a downed transmitter at the moon's Prison Base Luna, he's absolutely sure of it. The only question: can he find the answers he needs before he loses his life?The Gate Keeper Chronicles: Escape from Prison Base Luna is the first entry in McCauley's thrilling Gatekeeper Trilogy and the newest Pro Se Single Shot Signature Series!

Jessica is an amazing talent, but when the lights of fame turn on will she sparkle or melt?Jessica Hall is a young music sensation and a rising star. After landing a deal with Diamond Records, she quickly comes under fire from a rival producer. But that is the least of her problems. She quickly becomes enveloped in fame, money, and glory which slowly drag her down. Alcohol quickly becomes a part of Jessica’s life. Can her friend, admirer, and songwriter Jimmy King help her out of her despair? Or will he too make the wrong decision?

Cat Royal finds herself homeless, travels to Paris, becomes an underground reporter, nearly gets hung for being a traitor to the revolution, and is baffled by attention from numerous suitors - all the while being disguised as a prissy ballerina! As the French Royal family flee, Cat discovers the power of the people.

PeeDee3 stops by Dollarworld’s overstocked arsenal outlet with a mighty long shopping list (he’s completely out of red herring grenades) and a coupon for uncle Nezbit’s Spicy Brain Sauce burning a hole in the pocket of his quadra-sleeved trench coat. But the, buy the brain extractor, get the sauce free offer just might be too good to be true. Does anyone else smell a trap?PeeDee3, season 1, episode 7If there’s one thing PeeDee3, intergalactic, insectiod assassin, hates it’s chase scenes, especially when he’s the one being chased. Lured in by the offer of some free spicy brain sauce, the bug blundered into the arsenal outlet on the planet Dollarworld like a little larva. Out maneuvered, outgunned, and out-programmed by a ten spindled decadroid armed to the cogs the only thing the big, bad bug can do is run, but that doesn’t mean he won’t fight. Someone set him up, someone’s programming the deadly decadroid, and, if PeeDee3 survives, he’s going to put that mysterious someone into a whole lot of pain…or something even worse. Still, with his quadra-sleeved trench coat on fire and half of his personal arsenal out of action, that’s a mighty big if. PeeDee3, Season One, Episode Seven, Chase Seen Seven (Int Arsenal Outlet), Take One. Old PeeDee3 is dead, as dead as a toe-nail. Long may he rot. File under Science fiction noir comedy serial

A short story about Brian, an actor who moves from Chicago to New York City with his girlfriend, Diana. The adjustment to life in New York City takes Brian a while, but he keeps trying out new opportunities.Camp Deerfield offers delights innumerable for the young camper: nightly dances, grade-school turf wars, and a three-story robot that doubles as a toilet.A short memoir about children misbehaving.