Exhausted, starving, and injured, Jazz is captured and tortured by an island-troll crime boss and his overeager goon that just happens to be a sasquatch. She manages to receive a deadly injury while making her escape, only to land dead in the path of an oncoming train. Yet somehow her day is about to get even worse. How does she do it?Jazz, Monster Collector in: Back To Work (season 1, episode 7)Still suffering the wounds of torture and torment set upon her by the paws of Boss Geeter, Jazz finds herself face to face with an oncoming train and she’s got nowhere to go but squished. Still, as the seconds toward her imminent death tick by, she finds the time to wonder where she is, how anyone would find her, why a big time crime lord would be interested in her, who the devil is hitting all the deferred species (monsters), and when the heck will her secretary stop bothering her about getting paid. Maybe getting hit by a train isn’t so bad after all. Jazz, Monster Collector, Season One: Earth’s Lament:Jazz is a deferred species bond collector, which is a polite way of saying, Monster Hunter. She hunts them and whenever she can she destroys them. Her hatred for the Orcs, goblins, trolls, and fairies that live side by side with humans on the magically conjoined planets called Mirth runs deep. But only Jazz knows why, how deep, and what she’s willing to do to express it. But Jazz’s greatest enemy is the invisible power behind the hostile takeover that destroyed the Earth that she remembers. And that’s one enemy Jazz probably won’t live to face.A fast paced futuristic serial with a hint of noir and a lot of trouble.

This a story about 6 characters that find themselves in the world of Thesnia. Follow their adventure as they fight terrifying monsters while they try to find their way home.This is a platypus of a piece; there is no denying it. The TV Monsters is part sci-fi tale, part poem, part elegy for a more innocent, vanished time. More than anything else, it's a clear-eyed analysis of what television has done to human civilization.The story (told mainly in verse) is about a young boy who lives an idyllic country life with his grandfather in mid-twentieth century America. One night the boy has a strange experience in which he believes he has seen aliens who have come for some malevolent purpose. The story takes some twists and turns, but in the end our hero figures out who the real foes of peace, justice and enlightenment are.

A short tale of the ronin Katsume Shogoro. Shogoro is the last surviving member of his family. His quest is to restore his family's lost honor, and undo the shame that burdens his soul.I see a burger joint around the corner. I turn on that corner and I head towards the drive thru. I start to pull up to the microphone so they can take my order. I get up to the microphone and I order some hamburgers and fries and some chicken nuggets.The guy, I hear at the microphone, he tells me to pull up to the drive thru window. I slowly pull up to the drive thru window and look at that window. The window is so big someone can fit through it. I turn off my car, thinking it will be awhile. I see there are no customers in the restaurant part of the place. I start to feel weird. Just that quick, a guy grabs me out of my car and pulls me through the drive thru window. I scream and struggle, but to no use. He sets me down on a chair, inside this restaurant.He says, “I need you to save my planet. You were meant to be here. This small town doesn’t really exist.” I look at him like; he has just grown two heads. I say, “Did you have to grab me like that; you scared the crap out of me. You’re lucky, I didn’t bring a long my baseball bat. I would have hit you.”

A Norawest Smith story.Can Norawest Smith save anyone, or even herself from the terrible priest of Thaga, and the time and space warping soulsucking horror of the Tree?A Gender Switch adventure.Shambles is a collection of quick reads. Here you will find short stories, silly verse and something for the young at heart. Two satirical accounts are also offered under the title "History, What Really Happened?"

A fantasy story set in Western Australia, centers on a fourteen-year old girl and her ancient Chinese Taoism wisdom and Tai Chi powers. The plot entails battles against alien intruders coupled with ancient evil monsters that are released by aliens from a magic prison.When East and West combine…Half-Chinese, half-Australian, Liz is not interested in her father’s ancient Tao wisdom, or his cryptic tales. She is more concerned with environmental issues—particularly the plan to mine one of Australia’s great landmarks, Wave Rock. Her father’s latest gift, a Chinese calligraphy pen, seems set to take its place in her bottom drawer forever.Then Wave Rock is blasted open by something more than a mining operation, and Liz finds that she must battle monsters from ancient times as well as creatures from other worlds, all intent on destroying Earth. She must call on all her powers, from both her Eastern heritage and her Western upbringing, to save her world. Her pen becomes her way into a new and magical world, and Liz discovers she has powers—and allies—that she never could have guessed.An exciting, fast-paced tale that combines the wisdom of ancient tradition with the pace of a Kung Fu movie and brings them to life in contemporary Australia, this exciting tale takes the best of two cultures and blends them to open up a new world of adventure and mystery.

Tessa is an experienced thief who exacts her own form of justice on the streets. But when a former cop solicits her aid, Tessa must face the mistakes of her past to ensure history does not repeat itself…Solomon went out to go for a walk in the local woods, he met a girl. She just happens to be 4 inches tall.When 8 year old Solomon ventures into Birchover wood for the first time after moving to the village, not only is he overjoyed and feeling wonderful but his world and his life will never be the same again.His heart pounds when he meets the most amazing creatures, faeries! Caitlin, Zeal, Balamore and Elder Perennial Swallowtail become his new amazing friends from the wood.Trusting his new friends, one bitter and aggressive faery betrays and kidnaps him. The faery takes Solomon to an evil monster called the Bad, which has been imprisoned for a thousand years.The Bad merges itself with Solomon and uses him and the magic of the faery to break free of its prison.The Bad inside the body of Solomon, appears once again in the wood of Birchover facing an army of mythical creatures such as dragons, boggarts, goblins, oakmen and the faeries.The creatures must now destroy the monster completely, but they also must save an innocent boy who is now part of the Bad.This is an incredible fantasy/adventure story. I was swept up into the adventure early in the story by the strong plot line and the strong characters of this other world. The writing is very creative, entertaining, and descriptive. – Award Winning Children's Book Author, Diane Mae Robinson.

# 1 of THE TRAVELER Series. Winner of The Best Western Series by the Texas Association of Authors.Awarded The Best Western Series by the Texas Association of Authors.Jed is a young man with a cross to bear. On the one hand, he’s a Born Again Christian, on the other hand he’s a ruthless killer when given no other choice. At 18 years old, some call him the “Avenging Angel of the West.” Easy going until pushed too far, the red-headed, left handed fast draw eliminates killers, outlaws, and thieves when the local authorities can’t or won’t do anything about them.Jed travels the western states and territories during the late 1860s with his two friends, rooting out and destroying evil whenever and wherever he finds it. Folks may wonder how he can be a Christian and a gunfighter. But Jed doesn't have a choice when a gunman is going to kill him. It's kill or be killed. God has ordained him to be the one who steps up to help people in need when there is no one else. Jed, a true Christian at heart, believes he has been ordained to carry out God’s will. But does Jed have what it takes to rid these places of the evil that is wreaking havoc?

Middle-grade adventure readers will love this fresh take on classic pirate tropes. Fans of Percy Jackson and The Chronicles of Egg will enjoy Dean Seaborne's adventures on the sea.  Dean Seaborne is thrown off his ship by the Pirate King and given one last chance to redeem himself before he meets Davy Jones's locker. He has to spy on the Pirate King's biggest rival, Gentleman Jim Harper, and find the treasure hidden on the mysterious island of Zenhala.  Once on Zenhala, Dean finds that the inhabitants of the island think he is the lost prince who went missing 13 year ago. In order to fulfill his mission for the Pirate King, Dean undergoes intense and fantastical trials to prove he is the lost prince. But the longer Dean stays on the island, the more he questions his mission.

Warning! This book is not for those younger than 55. It is about a one way trip to Mars in 2040 by 150 senior, 'expendable' scientists to finally establish a permanent Martian colony. It is a book about loss, about regret, about being the last human on Mars and serves as a cautionary tale to Mars astronaut wannabes.It is 2040 and the 'Race to Mars' is long over. A large group of 'expendable' senior scientists has been sent on a one-way trip to establish a permanent Martian colony. Eccentric recluse Sam Aiken shuns the soft life in the 'Tube'. With his quirky Rollagon AI he explores the polar caps, Valles Marineris, climbs 'The Face' and Olympus Mons, digs through the wreckage, cast-off equipment and graves of early explorers and finds an ancient Martian lifeform. Delusional, manipulated by unseen forces and tormented to the edge of madness he drifts aimlessly through the Mars of Bradbury, Heinlein and others in search of sanctuary. He uncovers instead the shocking ruse behind the Colony and the ultimate reason why he was spared.

Kenaeth Goldwrite's life got chaotic when he became a landlord for six alien women.It gets even worse when the time traveler shows up, to teach him how to manipulate space-time. Now others are after both of them.Will Kenaeth survive?"Have you ever thought about sharing your culture with those who know little about Earth?"Five years ago, the aliens came.During the transition period, Kenaeth Goldwrite fills out an application to have 'aliens' stay at his house, thinking nothing would come of it.Now he's a landlord to six female tenants. Then there's the time traveler who says he's come to help Kenaeth for something he did in the past, by teaching him how to manipulate time, and three other time travelers are after both of them.Will Kenaeth survive? More importantly, will he keep his sanity while being hopelessly outnumbered in the battle of the sexes?The chaos starts in this first book!Available free for a limited time!

Come look behind the curtain at the fascinating 35th century world of Rome’s Revolution. Tales of the Vuduri: Year One offers you 366 entries containing backstories, scientific tidbits, unrevealed secrets and more. Often amusing but always thought-provoking, detailed insights into this brave new world await your arrival.The Rome’s Revolution trilogy chronicles the 35th century world of the Vuduri. In this series, 21st century hero, Rei Bierak and his beautiful 35th century Vuduri wife, Rome, save mankind countless times. But there is much more to the far future beyond action and adventure; it has its own physics, culture, language and history. Tales of the Vuduri: Year One collects 366 blog posts about this amazing, brave new world into a single volume. Many times amusing but always thought-provoking, Tales of the Vuduri: Year One offers detailed insight into Rome and Rei’s universe with backstories, scientific tidbits, previously unrevealed secrets, alternate scenes and the occasional random thought. There are teasers for upcoming novels, amusing images and some apparent contradictions resolved. Travel to the 35th century and take a look behind the curtain into the fascinating world of Rome’s Revolution.

S C Clarke has delivered a magical treat into the readers laps. The author's style of writing is a throwback to the great storytellers where you don't just read the story, but it visually unfolds in your head as you turn the page. Halcyon Isle is a tale of betrayal, friendships, and love with just enough magical creatures thrown into the mix to keep you turning the page to find out what⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️S C Clarke has delivered a magical treat into the readers laps. The author's style of writing is a throwback to the great storytellers where you don't just read the story, but it visually unfolds in your head as you turn the page. Halcyon Isle is a tale of betrayal, friendships, and love with just enough magical creatures thrown into the mix to keep you turning the page to find out what happens next. It's one of those rare books..⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Total Blow your mind, heart wrenching, fight for survival story of love and overcoming obstacles. I recommend to anyone. I didnt think I would enjoy it at all, boy was I wrong. Such detail and explanation. I saw this story I did not read it I lived it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I must say I quite enjoyed this book. The story was compeling,the characters quite engaging. I found myself quite involved with the characters & their struggles.This book is written in a manner that makes it appealing to a wide age range. My 15 yr. Old grandaughter absolutely loves these books,so much so that she's waiting eagerly for the 3rd book. Very appealing to YA but also a charming read for adults.Benjamin, Charles, Jacob, and Thomas, King Frederick's elite men were sent off to find a new country for the people of Aldenna to live. Aldenna was in the mists of war between good and evil, the onset was unknown. At the end of it all there were many who survived, many lives were lost as well, men mostly, some women and also children. Charles, Jacob, Thomas, and Benjamin were to become the leaders of the people, dividing Halcyon into four lands, each becoming the king of their own country. Believing that magic is no longer beneficial the four find a way to do away with any and all magical powers that were possessed by everyone. Using a gigantic crystal that laid in the center of Lake Erewhon, Halcyon is now powerless. For many years after this there was no war, no anything, the people of Halcyon resided in peace. Many years later, Dominick Randolffe, a descendant of Benjamin and his wife Sarah had two children, a son first, Patrick, then Emily a few years later. Emily was still born, which put Sarah into a spiraling downward depression, losing her battle and will to live. Not long after that Dominick was overtaken by an unseen force that slowly led him into destruction. Years later When Patrick was finally old enough to rule he had his father imprisoned for his own safety as well well as the safety of others. Dominick escaped, no one knowing how, Patrick, William, Peter, and Evan did not know what they were up against, all they knew things were going to get worse before they got better. The only way to be ready to go against any evil that had returned was to have their powers and the people of Halcyon as well. In order to do this they had to first seek out offerings for the Elementals, who were holding their magic, and take these offerings to the Atoll, the home of the Elementals. Along the way of seeking out these offerings, this new generation of rulers met many different people and creatures along their way. From fairies, to mists, shape-shifting elves that can turn themselves into wolves at will. One creature they encounter is an enchanted redwood tree, who called himself Roter Baum.

All that glitters is not gold and gold is not necessarily the most valuable?All that glitters is not gold and gold is not necessarily the most valuable?What I found when looking for a fishing spot on the beach.

After setting out to break the curse that binds them together, the pirate Ananna and the assassin Naji find themselves stranded on an enchanted island in the north with nothing but a sword, their wits, and the secret to breaking the curse: complete three impossible tasks. With the help of their friend Marjani and a rather unusual ally, Ananna and Naji make their way south again, seeking what seems to be beyond their reach. Unfortunately, Naji has enemies from the shadowy world known as the Mists, and Ananna must still face the repercussions of going up against the Pirate Confederation. Together, Naji and Ananna must break the curse, escape their enemies — and come to terms with their growing romantic attraction.

FROM THE CREATOR OF DIRK PITT® -- THE WORLD'S #1 ACTION HERO...REAL STORIES. REAL EXCITEMENT. REAL ADVENTURE. THE SEA HUNTERS A steamboat goes up in flames...and down to the bottom of the sea. A locomotive plunges into a creek...and vanishes into mystery. A German U-boat sends an American troop transport, and eight hundred on board, to a watery grave...on Christmas Eve. Clive Cussler and his crack team of NUMA (National Underwater Marine Agency, a nonprofit organization that searches for historic shipwrecks) volunteers have found the remains of these and numerous other tragic wrecks. Here are the dramatic, true accounts of twelve of the most remarkable underwater discoveries made by Cussler and his team. As suspenseful and satisfying as the best of his Dirk Pitt novels, The Sea Hunters is a unique story of true commitment and courage.