Fighting insurgents, something Capt. Keith Ridgely has done on a regular basis and has done so with the zeal of any patriotic solider, but after his latest mission in Zimbabwe, he gets reassigned to a place where careers go to die. With his prospects ruined, Ridgely must contemplate whether to remain in the armed forces or take the lucrative offer of becoming a hired gun.Fighting insurgents, something Capt. Keith Ridgely has done on a regular basis and has done so with the zeal of any patriotic solider, but after his latest mission in Zimbabwe, he gets reassigned to a place where careers go to die. With his prospects ruined, Ridgely must contemplate whether to remain in the armed forces or take the lucrative offer of becoming a hired gun. One path leads to loyalty, the other towards fortune. Only he can decide which way to choose.In this thrilling short-story prelude to For One’s Own Cause, follow Capt. Ridgely as he battles it out in the harsh terrains of southern Africa only to learn that he has to quit the army if he ever wants to see combat again.

Two flash fiction stories: In "After the Wedding," Galatea struggles with the challenges of married life, questions about her own origin, and the boundaries of her own nature, as imposed by her creator and husband. In "The Woman Who Could Smell the Future," a woman of humble ambitions discovers that even the silliest of superpowers can give you an edge in life and job-hunting.Two flash fiction stories about extraordinary women.In "After the Wedding," Galatea struggles with the challenges of married life, questions about her own origin, and the boundaries of her own nature, as imposed by her creator and husband.In "The Woman Who Could Smell the Future," a woman of humble ambitions discovers that even the silliest of superpowers can give you an edge in life and job-hunting.

Enter the world of Clash of Clans.Experience the life of a Clash of Clans addict as he is dragged into the game and suddenly everything in his life changes.Yoan is a Clash of Clan addict whose life was simply very boring.The interesting thing in his life was Clash of Clans.Best Download Option - pdfThe YMCA clock across the street from the King David struck midnight. Being jolted awake, Micah sat straight up in his bed. He was covered in sweat and gasping for air.“It was a dream! Oh God, it was all a dream. You have just shown me the past, the present and the future, just like those heavenly unicorns said you would. But God how does the hospital collapse? And what does Amir and Associates have to do with all this? And dear Lord, does Jason have to die? Is there no alternative? Why wouldn’t those unicorns answer my questions?”***********In Volume IV of the Christian fantasy series, “The Divine Commissions of Eli and Jasmine - Servants of the Most High God”, Micah Collins heads to Jerusalem to oversee the construction of a new children’s hospital. But upon arrival he soon discovers God has plans to use his prophetic gifts to not only save lives, but redeem the soul of a Jewish contractor. Unseen battles rage through the city as one man is forced to choose between bitterness and faith, between greed and family.On every page of this intense, action-packed story, readers eight years and up will experience real-to-life adventures of epic struggles between angels and demons, of choices and consequences, of sin and redemption, of love and forgiveness, of family and faith.Christian parents will appreciate the redemptive messages woven throughout each of the Divine Commission adventures, as themes challenge young readers to personally apply biblical truths to their own, every-day moral dilemmas.

The story begins in a hospital bed with our hero stricken by amnesia. He feels well, and soon discovers that he truly is. Even more than well. His path takes him through a whirlwind of events ending in a surprise only he can understand.A story created as a possible template for a graphic novel or a movie.Luua of Toor is expecting a spectacular marriage with her one and only now that she's of age, until the Elder busts the news that she's actually the village's sacrifice. She's put on a boat with her two wayfarers, comprising of the village outcast and none other than her now ex-boyfriend, and the three sail off to the island of The Great Face, bearing the place of her sacrifice and the deity that demands it.It's not long on their trip that they're interrupted by a powerful obstacle. A mysterious clanless man pursues them, who has some very different words for Luua about how she should live her life. As her keepers attempt to fend off the clanless, Luua asks herself if dying for the people she loves, but doesn't love her back is really worth it. When it comes to blows and deadly force, will she have the persistence to make a choice that's her own, or will she be rolled by the tide of fate?A short story of thrills, thought, and destiny- join Luua on her journey in learning the value of duty as her life hangs on by a thread.Enjoy!

A short story collection, including an Old Kingdom novella, from author Garth Nix! Far to the north of the magical Old Kingdom, the Greenwash Bridge Company has been building a bridge for almost a hundred years. It is not an easy task, for many dangers threaten the bridge builders, from nomad raiders to Free Magic sorcerers. Despite the danger, Morghan wants nothing more than to join the Bridge Company as a cadet. But the company takes only the best, the most skillful Charter mages, and trains them hard, for the night might come when only a single young cadet must hold the bridge against many foes. Will Morghan be that cadet? Also included in this collection are eighteen short stories that showcase Nix’s versatility as he adds a fantastical twist on an array of genres including science fiction, paranormal, realistic fiction, mystery, and adventure.

*Also see: Alternate Cover Editions for this ISBN [ACE] * ACE #1 The sequel to *N-Space* Playgrounds of the Mind captures the startling range and variety of Larry Niven's spectacular career, from bestselling novels such as Lucifer's Hammer and The Ringworld Engineers, from his classic short stories of science fiction and fantasy, from his thought-provoking essays and non-fiction, from his innovative and seldom-seen work in comics (on such projects as The Green Lantern Bible), to an advance look at Larry Niven's upcoming projects. Like N-Space, Playgrounds of the Mind is a feast for Niven's millions of fans-and an impressive tribute to the man Arthur C. Clarke called his "favorite writer."

Author of The Chronicles Of Thomas Covenant, one of the most acclaimed fantasy series of all time, master storyteller Stephen R. Donaldson retums with the second book in his long-awaited new science fiction series--a story about dark passions, perilous alliances, and dubious heroism set in a stunningly imagined future. Beautiful, brilliant, and dangerous, Morn Hyland is an ex-police officer for the United Mining Companies--and the target of two ruthless, powerful men.  One is the charismatic ore-pirate Nick Succorso, who sees Morn as booty wrested from his vicious rival, Angus Thermopyle.  thermopyle once made the mistake of underestimating Morn and now he's about to pay the ultimate price.  Both men think they can possess her, but Morn is no one's trophy--and no one's pawn. Meanwhile, withing the borders of Forbidden Space, wait the Amnioin, an alien race capable of horrific atrocities.  The Amnion want something unspeakable from humanity--and they will go to unthinkable lengths to get it. In Forbidden Knowledge, Stephen R. Donaldson spins a galaxy-wide web of intrigue, deception, and betrayal that tightens with inexorable strength around characters and readers alike. From the Paperback edition.

Following the killing of his fiancée Grogaan spearheads a campaign against the Krelathans to fulfil his vow of vengeance. An unexpected encounter with a Senator’s daughter leads to romance, which impacts positively on his emotional condition.His unique piloting skills and dreams are attributed to his ancestry and gift of magic that ultimately lead to his outstanding performance as a pilot.Path to Vengeance Edition 3, published 2nd June 2013. This book has been subject to a thorough revision, and is now approximately 102,000 words in length.When his brother, father and fiancée are killed by Krelathan raiders, Grogaan’s life is ripped apart, causing grief, anger and rage. He vows his revenge and sets about on his ‘path to vengeance’ by purchasing and upgrading four starfighters for him and his friends.As a result of his intense emotional trauma brought on by his losses, he experiences troubling and disturbing dreams, leading to bouts of severe depression.Feeling guilty over the loss of his loved ones, especially his fiancée, Grogaan avoids romantic involvement until Joeen, his brother’s former fiancée re-enters his life, causing him more emotional turmoil. This is further compounded by an unexpected encounter with Ellarna, a Senator's daughter, who he is besotted with.A chance meeting with members of a long forgotten sect, ‘The Brotherhood of the Teragon Eagle’, on a nearby planet, together with information revealed to him by his mother, prove Grogaan’s unique abilities are due to his family heritage; an ancestor having been a respected wizard and a member of the Guardian Order.Grogaan and his friends prove their piloting skills and spearhead the counter offensive against the Krelathan raiders. However, it’s his abilities enhanced by his gift of magic that take him and his friends on a path that impacts on the future of the galaxy as foretold by a two hundred year old prophecy; a path he begins to tread while developing a powerful relationship with one of the two women.Edition 4 Revised Dec 31st 2015

Michael Evans is only in rural St. Davids to maintain a low profile after his time spent as a city cop ended in disaster. The town is perfect for him: isolated. A tiny population. Virtually no crime.But when the residents begin killing each other with their teeth, Michael quickly realises that what he thought was a crime scene is something far, far worse...Michael Evans is only in rural St. Davids to maintain a low profile after his time spent as a city cop ended in disaster. The town is perfect for him: isolated. A tiny population. Virtually no crime.Until the night the strange canisters fall from the sky and the town priest starts killing people with his teeth. To Michael, the bloodbath looks like a murder case that the quiet town's two police officers can't possibly handle. But this isn't just a crime scene.And the priest is just the beginning...

This is an extra chapter for all the fans who've read my 12-part Comet Clement series. This is my way of saying thanks for your readership, as well as a way to wrap up a small storyline not touched upon in later books. I hope you all enjoy!Guest Ranch is a short story. It opens with a married couple visiting the ranch. The husband is in a bad mood because he had been stopped and fined for speeding in the town. It takes him awhile to warm up to the experience of the ranch and a young guide. However, he gradually gets into the spirit of things.The story is in the western genre.

The Squad B archives Vol: 1 - In 2032 Essex police pull over a suspect for a simple driving offence. The suspect’s demeanour and bag full of firearms indicate to Officer Trent that this isn’t going to be an ordinary interview.A short story from the Squad B Archives. (Vol: 1)In 2032 England is a different place. Outsiders aren’t welcome as the police and army battle to keep order. Society isn’t civil anymore.Detective Mayer and Officer Trent are about to conduct the interview of their lives as a strange foreign man has been brought in for questioning. After being pulled over for a simple driving offense, his car was found to be full of high powered weapons.Who is he and what is he doing here?---The Squad B Archives: The Archives are a collection of short stories set in 2032. Squad B are a group of individuals who work together in high level espionage, assassination, corporate and political affairs for their elusive employer.A mysterious Frenchman and the owner of a business that doesn’t legally exist provides the missions for the group and each is now expecting his call.

Larry is a odd sort of kid who hates his father. William is an odd sort of man who hates life. What happens when William meets Larry, and how will it change both of their futures?Separated from his friends one fateful beer-party night, college student Peter Orbus stumbles upon a pale young woman in the park. He feels a strange connection to the shy young woman, a connection made stronger when he gives her his favorite sweater and she disappears into the night with it. His search for both leads him into the depths of the dark woods that cover the park where he finds a hidden world of the undead, vampires. It’s a world he must keep secret if he hopes to survive until midterms.But all secrets hold a price. A shadowy terror arises in the sleepy college town and attacks his fellow students. All evidence points to Peter being the culprit, so he must enlist the help of his newfound companions to clear his name and stop the creature before it destroys everyone.

When Chief Auditor, Paul Reynolds, uncovers a massive embezzlement scam involving thousands of disappearing high end cyborg units he discovers a trail of evidence leading straight to himself and must quickly uncover the truth before he is implicated for a crime he did not commit.Recovered from the long forgotten archive deep beneath the ruins of the golden temple, the lost legend takes the reader on a whistle stop tour of the creation of the world in ‘Vallen and the Void’. The long and often bloody battle between the forces of good and evil in ‘The First Age Men’ culminating in the founding of the first empire. Before mans fall from grace and the promise of redemption in ‘The Second Age of Men’. Who knows what other stories lie hidden in the ruins?

World economies are withering, a few remaining power-houses controlling the planet. 100 years from now, Sydney will be the technology center of the world. A new technology threatens to shift the balance of power to a group of individuals with an aim of absolute control. Can Jack, a broken man with nothing to lose, overcome his demons and guide an unlikely group of renegades in a fight for balance?The world economies are withering, with a few remaining power-houses controlling the planet. Little more than 100 years from now, Sydney will be the technology center of the world. A new tech dubbed “Biotronics”, threatens to shift the balance of power to a small group of individuals with an aim of absolute control. Can Jack, a broken man with nothing to lose, overcome his demons and guide an unlikely group of renegades in a fight for what remains of society’s freedom? The Odds will take you on a wild ride through the twisted wreckage of the old Sydney, to the New City, constructed inland to avoid the rapidly rising sea level. Detailed landscapes and cityscapes eloquently detail a complex environment whose inhabitants are living in a borderline Dystopia.J P Robertson brings you a world mixed with existing and new technology that will leave you wondering not if, but when, his creations and visualizations will come. A combination of science, art, and fiction goes beyond speculation, and gleans a slither of our future past.

A compelling and inventive novel set in a world where science and magic are at odds, by Robin McKinley, the Newbery-winning author of The Hero and the Crown and The Blue Sword, as well as the classic titles Beauty, Chalice, Spindle’s End, Pegasus and Sunshine Maggie knows something’s off about Val, her mom’s new husband. Val is from Oldworld, where they still use magic, and he won’t have any tech in his office-shed behind the house. But—more importantly—what are the huge, horrible, jagged, jumpy shadows following him around? Magic is illegal in Newworld, which is all about science. The magic-carrying gene was disabled two generations ago, back when Maggie’s great-grandmother was a notable magician. But that was a long time ago. Then Maggie meets Casimir, the most beautiful boy she has ever seen. He’s from Oldworld too—and he’s heard of Maggie’s stepfather, and has a guess about Val’s shadows. Maggie doesn’t want to know . . . until earth-shattering events force her to depend on Val and his shadows. And perhaps on her own heritage. In this dangerously unstable world, neither science nor magic has the necessary answers, but a truce between them is impossible. And although the two are supposed to be incompatible, Maggie’s discovering the world will need both to survive.