The Black Company

      Glen Cook
     The Black Company

Librarian note: an alternate cover for this edition can be found here. Some feel the Lady, newly risen from centuries in thrall, stands between humankind and evil. Some feel she is evil itself. The hard-bitten men of the Black Company take their pay and do what they must, burying their doubts with their dead. Until the prophesy: The White Rose has been reborn, somewhere, to embody good once more. There must be a way for the Black Company to find her... So begins one of the greatest fantasy epics of our age—Glen Cook's Chronicles of the Black Company.

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    Soul of a Whore and Purvis: Two Plays in Verse

      Denis Johnson
     Soul of a Whore and Purvis: Two Plays in Verse

Two plays—hilarious and searing in equal measure—by one of our most essential and original authors In his poetry, short stories, novels, and plays, Denis Johnson has explored the story of America—especially of the West, land of self-made men and self-perpetuating myths—with a searing honesty and genuine sympathy. In these two plays, written in verse both hypnotic and clear, he confirms his position as one of our great verbal stylists, and a literary conscience for our times. Purvis’s seven reverse-chronological scenes catalog the fall and rise of Melvin Purvis, the G-man who brought down John Dillinger and Charles Arthur “Pretty Boy” Floyd. Johnson takes us from Washington’s backrooms to a Midwestern cornfield, dramatizing the seductive allure of power and our own human capacity for both pettiness and grace. In Soul of A Whore, a lively cast of characters—faith healers, pimps, strippers, actual demons—converges, with unexpected hilarity, as Bess Cassandra awaits execution for the murder of her infant daughter. In these furiously entertaining, occasionally terrifying works, Denis Johnson chronicles and questions America’s myths, heroes, and everyday realities with verve and elegance, proving once again that he is at the height of his linguistic and insightful powers.  

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    The Layover

      Whitney G.
     The Layover

I don't care which city. I don't care which flight. I just need to get the hell out of here... Paris Weston is tired of all the broken promises her boyfriend has given her over the years. Instead of showing up to their ‘secret’ engagement party, she shows up to the airport—ready and willing to go wherever the next flight is bound. Determined to get away and start again, she's certain that a week or two away will solve all of her problems. Until she never makes it to her final destination. Until the sexy, dirty-mouthed stranger who sits next to her on the plane changes everything. Until the unintended layover leaves her never wanting to go back home.

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    The Forgotten Room

      Lincoln Child
     The Forgotten Room

A LONG-LOST EXPERIMENT OF UNGUESSABLE INTENT   A SECRET ROOM, INGENIOUSLY HIDDEN INSIDE A VAST SEACOAST MANSION   NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR LINCOLN CHILD AT HIS RIVETING BEST Professor Jeremy Logan (the quirky and charismatic “enigmalogist” who specializes in solving problems of the strange or seemingly supernatural variety) receives an urgent summons from the director of Lux, one of the oldest and most respected think tanks in America. An unexplainable tragedy has taken place in the sprawling compound located on the coastline of Newport, Rhode Island. One of Lux’s most distinguished doctors, overcome by erratic behavior, violently attacked his assistant before meeting with a gruesome self-inflflflffllflicted end. Deeply shaken by the incident and the bizarre evidence left behind from the doctor’s final project—as well as recent troubling behavior among several of the think tank’s other scientists—Lux fears there is something more sinister occurring within its walls and looks to Jeremy Logan to investigate.      Logan quickly makes a surprising discovery. In a long-dormant wing of the estate, he uncovers an ingeniously hidden secret room, unknown and untouched for decades. The room is essentially a time capsule, fiffiilled with eerie machinery and obscure references to a top-secret experiment known as “Project S.” As Logan attempts to unravel its meaning, he begins to discern what transpired in that room—and why the frightening project was suddenly abandoned and sealed off many years before. As his work draws him ever deeper into harm’s way, Logan soon unleashes a series of catastrophic events upon the rest of Lux . . . and himself.      One of Lincoln Child’s most thrilling novels to date, The Forgotten Room is replete with exhilarating action, veiled history, and mesmerizing science—making for a truly intelligent page-turner. From the Hardcover edition.

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    The Witch Sea

      S.E. Diemer
     The Witch Sea

The witch Meriel keeps the sea god, Galo, captive on the shore with a generational old curse. When Meriel falls in love with the shapeshifting woman, Nor, the entire world may pay the price as the curse falters.The witch Meriel has spent her entire life in the lighthouse on tiny Bound Island. Upon the distant shore prowls an ancient sea god kept captive by a generations-old spell, a spell that Meriel alone must protect.Meriel's life has been lonely and unchanging--until the arrival of Nor. Nor's shape is that of a woman, but her heart belongs to the sea. Even though Nor is also held captive by Meriel's spell, she shows kindness to the isolated witch. Nor sparks a passion within Meriel, defying every law that binds them both.This award-winning short story ("The Witch Sea" won first place in the "Kissed by Venus" Fresh Voices short story competition) is a dark fantasy tale of love, loss and the price of freedom.

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    4 Truths That Can Change Your Life

      Wolfgang Riebe
     4 Truths That Can Change Your Life

Does life sometimes get you down? Do you find that you question the purpose of life? Here is an adjusted transcript of a video course on 4 Life truths offered by Mind Shift Master, Wolfgang Riebe at www.mindshiftmaster.com. It answers some basic questions on life today and guides you back in the right direction again.The 4 truths covered are, Wealth, Passion, Conditioning and Honesty.Her whole life had been based on a lie. Lilly had grown up in a loveless home with a father who she had barely ever seen and a mother who was... well, not very motherly.After they mysteriously disappear without a trace, Lilly is sent to Canada where she finds a whole new way of life. A life filled with love and people who care for her. But that's not all she discovers, Lilly also finds out that she isn't who, or what, she thinks she is. Lilly has a very special ability and it's just a matter of time before her true self starts to shine. And when it does, her life will never be the same again.

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    Soap Opera Uncensored: Issue 30

      Nelson Branco
     Soap Opera Uncensored: Issue 30

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.INSIDE — Breaking News: Two Y&R Actors Fired! Plus: MAJOR Update on the Daytime Emmy Awards! Exclusive Lisa Rinna Interview: War Of the Insults With Joe Mascolo; Her Contract Status on DAYS; Adult Diapers; A New Talk Show; Greg Meng; Her Sex Book; Hosting the Daytime Emmys; And Why DAYS Can’t Write For Billie Reed! The Real Reason Y&R Was Snubbed at the Emmys! Plus: What ONE LIFE Submitted For Best Writing! Why June 1 Could Change Y&R Forever (In A Good Way)! Huge Bloodbath Headed Y&R’s Way? Why Y&R, er, Sony “Let” Eileen Davidson Go! Which Former Head Writer Was Spotted On A Soap Set? Update on Daytime’s Worst Storyline: Shictor (Good News)! Plus: Shictor’s Love Song Recorded! Which Actors Changed Their Emmy Reels at the Last Minute? Sally Sussman Morina’s New Gig! Latest on Y&R’s New Opening! Which Fan Favourite Is Headed Back To Her Soap? Insider ABC Affiliates Sound Off! Good News: Insider Reveals Early May Sweeps’ Ratings — And GH’s Beating THE VIEW! Soap Star Comes Out! Last Week's Reviews, Unbelievable Blind Items, and Next Week's Cheat Sheet!

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    The Other Half

      James Fink
     The Other Half

What would you do if you met the girl of your dreams and she might be just that, a dream. Or is she real?Inventor Theo Duval appeared to be having the perfect life. A locked room with the only key in the decedent’s pocket, a book on hypnotism, and one very rich and very dead inventor, present Inspector Gilles Maintenon of the Surete with a problem. Why would a young, healthy, successful man, one with a beautiful fiance, and a thriving company ever want to kill himself?Mystery lovers will also enjoy 'Redemption: an Inspector Gilles Maintenon mystery,' and 'Blessed Are the Humble' as well as The Handbag's Tale, the original noir novella that inspired the series. Available at most major online retailers.

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    Keys to the City

      Lisa Schroeder
     Keys to the City

Lindy can't believe she has homework this summer -- to find her "true passion." Does curling up with a good book count? Probably not. Luckily, Lindy has the help of a new friend, a happy dog, and a special journal, as she hits the streets of New York City to unlock her secret talents!

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    Otherwise

      Jonathan M Barrett
     Otherwise

Is Francis Napier a man or a woman? William, a young lawyer, must find the truth about the mercurial prisoner. William’s interrogation of Napier leads him into a world of doubt where he discovers the possibility for otherwise. Against the background of New Zealand in WW1, this novella weaves historical fact, fiction and Greek myth in a fractured love story and reflects on the nature of gender.Is Francis Napier a man or a woman? William Stephens, a young lawyer, is about to depart New Zealand to serve in the First World War when he is seconded to investigate the strange claims of a draft dodger. His interrogation of the mercurial prisoner leads William into a world of doubt that jeopardises his engagement to Edith, a budding artist, and his future in liberal Wellington. This novella weaves historical fact, imaginative fiction and allusions to Greek myth to show how things might prove otherwise for William. It is at once a fractured love story and a reflection on the nature of gender.

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    Waiting For Al

      Les "Buzz" Harcus
     Waiting For Al

You’re standing on the corner waiting for Al, then decide to step inside Jerry’s bar and hoist a brew while keeping an eye out for Al. You watch this kid trying to come inside, but always, at the last minute, he hesitates, then walks away. You wonder, what’s his problem?The post apocalyptic world is both a hostile and beautiful place. Follow the adventures of nomadic clans, hidden worlds and the observing remains of a once untouchable technological threat. Both sides of every dilemna have answers for each other, but will they be able to overcome their fears of one another?Beautiful digital illustrations and dialogue woven by the master airbrush illustrator Paul Knipfer. CE Publishing's primary cover artist. This is his first big adventure into the sequential panel world.

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    Gideon's Way

      Natalie Jayne
     Gideon's Way

This is a brief glimpse into the world of Gideon Fletcher. He's a decent guy-- with a penchant for calamity. Life is just full of hiccups and never asks for Gideon's vote on anything. Neither does the sheriff. Or the judge. Or his court appointed guard, come to that.The town gossip says he's dangerous. The local law says he's trouble. The rivers say he's one of them-- whether he likes it or not. Gideon Fletcher doesn't figure what they say is worth buffalo spit. Life isn't about what 'they' say. It's about doing what you have to, with what you have, when you have to do it. It is also, in a way that only he can explain, about humanity's peculiar resemblance to poultry. And sometimes sheep. The RIVERS series is a clean read for adults to about the high school level. The descriptive writing is quirky, fun, and sometimes quite touching. The setting is loosely 18-ot American West. There are currently 3 full RIVERS novels available, with a fourth under construction. All titles can be read independently.

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    Listen, Just Once

      A.R. Von
     Listen, Just Once

BASED ON A TRUE STORYThis is a story of a young girl who experiences things no child should ever experience.BASED ON A TRUE STORYThis is a story of a young girl who experiences things no child should ever experience. Lizzie tries and tries to get the attention of her mother to get it to stop, to get her to help. She is also left with the duty of protecting her sister, Rose from the monster. A man who makes both girls shiver when he comes to babysit them. If only the one person who SHOULD be there to listen, WOULD just be there for them. If only her mother would listen, just once…

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    Shadow Friends

      Werner Kho
     Shadow Friends

Once upon a time, a boy named Tommy lived in a forest. One night, he needs to walk through the forest to give his grandma some soup, but along the way, magical things start to happen... A huge battle takes place between shadows in order to protect Tommy. Will the shadows succeed in keeping Tommy safe? After reading this story, you might never look at your shadow the same way again...Have you ever looked at your shadow and wondered if it ever does things without you knowing? Once upon a time, a boy named Tommy lived in a forest. One night, he needs to walk through the forest to give his grandma some soup, but along the way, magical things start to happen... A huge battle takes place between shadows in order to protect Tommy. Will the shadows succeed in keeping Tommy safe? After reading this story, you might never look at your shadow the same way again...

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