Cinderella's Costa Rican Adventure
Her holiday adventure to the Costa Rican rainforest wasn't supposed to involve falling for the closed-off--but undeniably gorgeous!--resort owner... Find out more in Scarlet Wilson 's fiftieth book for Harlequin, the latest story in The Christmas Pact trilogy. A bumpy start... with a fairy-tale ending? After her sheltered upbringing, Eliza's exploring her adventurous side in Costa Rica! But her dream vacation is hijacked by gorgeous, brooding resort owner Matt. Enthusiastic Eliza's determined to win him over. But, when they're stranded in a cave on Christmas Eve, she can't hide her vulnerability. Until Matt encourages her to continue grabbing life with both hands. Can she do the same for this tortured CEO? From Harlequin Romance: Be swept away by glamorous and heartfelt love stories. The Christmas Pact Book 1: Mistletoe Magic in Tahiti by Kandy ShepherdBook 2: Cinderella's Costa Rican Adventure by Scarlet WilsonBook 3: Snowbound Reunion in Japan by Nina Milne
Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene - and other poems is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1887. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
A Labyrinth
A lyrical retelling of the myth of Daedalus and Pasiphae, the poetry of the forgotten, the designs of yearning, and the threads of desire. With A Labyrinth, one of our most inventive poets turns to fiction and an "elegant and distinctive prose" (Foreword Reviews).
Rouge The Enchanted Dragon
Centuries ago, magic dragon families soared in the sky, until one tragic period when extinction for them was close to certain. Travel through time with these dragons and join a little enchanted dragon named Rouge in his quest to regain the magic that was taken from them.See how magic is restored, as Rouge teams up with two human children to create a magical link that also helps the small children deal with their emotions. Follow the magic and beauty of the French countryside as a small family takes this baby dragon with open arms to welcome him as an additional member of the family. You will smile with wonder, cry with disappointment, and sigh with relief in this story which is the beginning of a 5-part book series.
The Goddess Edda
This is a goddess-centric collection retelling Norse mythological tales. Despite the documented feats of many of the Norse Gods and Heroes, this mythology is often bereft of any significant inclusion of the deeds of the Norse Goddesses. This could be due to the influence of Christendom at the time the mythology was recorded. However, unexplored fragments still exist that reference the unknown goddess-oriented tales. Many of the tales herein are based on cultural fragments that have persisted and have been fleshed out to fit in with what is known from the Poetic Edda, the Prose Edda, and the Saxo Grammaticus. This volume is a modern creative expansion and should be regarded as such; these tales are engendered to return what time and Christian-bias stole from the Norse Goddesses.
LegionPress
The Legionpress is a grand press, shiny and sparkling, ever on the ready to produce, to put the word into the universe, and to feed, as any good press will do, on the crunchy letters and punctuation marks edited out of the stories and poems the press encounters. Many work with The Press, and we are pleased to share our tales of speculative fiction. Enjoy.
LegionPress
The Legionpress is a grand press, shiny and sparkling, ever on the ready to produce, to put the word into the universe, and to feed, as any good press will do, on the crunchy letters and punctuation marks edited out of the stories and poems the press encounters.Many work with The Press, and we are pleased to share our tales of speculative fiction. Enjoy.
300,000 Kisses
A landmark illustrated anthology of queer Greek and Roman love stories that reclaim and celebrate homosexual love and sensuality, from artist Luke Edward Hall and award-winning poet Se獺n Hewitt. For centuries, evidence of queer love in the ancient world has either been ignored or suppressed. Even today, only a few narratives are widely known: the wild romance of Achilles and Patroclus; the yearning love of Sappho's lyrics; and the three genders introduced in Plato's Symposium. Yet there is a rich literary tradition of queer Greek and Roman love that extends far beyond the prudish translations of these familiar handful of stories. In 300,000 Kisses, award-winning poet Se獺n Hewitt and renowned designer Luke Edward Hall collect these stories--including some of the most beautiful and moving in the classical canon--and bring them to vivid life. Alongside celebrated works by Homer, Sappho, Ovid and Catullus, they include a wide range of rarely anthologized sources: raunchy poems, thoughtful dialogues, philosophical treatises, and even a graffiti text salvaged from the ruins of Pompeii. Through Hewitt's contemporary translations and Hall's vibrant illustrations, we encounter relationships that are by turns heartfelt and nourishing, unrequited and lustful, toxic and crude, tender and fulfilling. A groundbreaking anthology that seeks to change the way we see the ancient world, 300,000 Kisses is a fascinating journey through love in all its forms.
Tales from the Meddahs
I've been collecting and telling stories for a couple of decades now, having had several of my own fictional works published in recent years. My particularly focus is on short story writing in the realms of magical realities and science fiction fantasies.I've always drawn heavily on traditional folk and fairy tales, and in so doing have amassed a digital collection of many thousands of these tales from around the world. It has been one of my long-standing ambitions to gather these stories together and to create a library of tales that tell the stories of places and peoples around the world.One of the main motivations for me in undertaking the project is to collect and tell stories that otherwise might be lost or, at best, be forgotten by predominantly English-speaking readers. Given that a lot of my sources are from early collectors, particularly covering works produced in the late eighteenth century, throughout the nineteenth century, and in the early years of the twentieth century, I do make every effort to adapt stories for a modern reader. Early collectors had a different world view to many of us today, and often expressed views about race and gender, for example, that we find difficult to reconcile in the early years of the twenty-first century. I try, although with varying degrees of success, to update these stories with sensitivity while trying to stay as true to the original spirit of each story as I can.I also want to assure readers that I try hard not to comment on or appropriate originating cultures. It is almost certainly true that the early collectors of these tales, with their then prevalent world views, have made assumptions about the originating cultures that have given us these tales. I hope that you'll accept my mission to preserve these tales, however and wherever I find them, as just that. I have, therefore, made sure that every story has a full attribution, covering both the original collector / writer and the collection title that this version has been adapted from, as well as having notes about publishers and other relevant and, I hope, interesting source data. Wherever possible I have added a cultural or indigenous attribution as well, although for some of the titles, the country-based theme is obvious.This volume, Tales from the Meddahs, is the first in a set of collections covering indigenous tales from what we in Europe know now as The Middle East. Tales from the Meddahs covers a wide range of sources and tales that have emerged from the post-Byzantine traditions of the Turkish peoples.These collections will grow over coming years to tell lost and forgotten tales from every continent, and even then, I'll just be scratching the surface of the world's lore and love. That's the great gift in storytelling. Since the first of our ancestors sat around in a cave, contemplating an ape's place in the world, we have, as a species, continued to tell each other stories of magic and cunning and caution and love. All those years ago, when I began to read through tales from the Celts, tales from Indonesia, tales from Africa and the Far East, tales from everywhere, one of the things that struck me clearly was just how similar are our roots. We share characters and characteristics. The nature of these tales is so similar underneath the local camouflage. Human beings clearly share a storytelling heritage so much deeper than the world that we see superficially as always having been just as it is now.
Tales from the Meddahs
Dive into Tales from the Meddahs, an enchanting collection of Turkish folk tales and legends that celebrates the rich storytelling tradition of the Middle East!After two decades of collecting and sharing stories, I've curated this collection to preserve and present narratives that might otherwise be forgotten by English-speaking readers. Each tale is rooted in the post-Byzantine traditions of the Turkish people, reflecting timeless themes of magic, cunning, and love.With sensitivity to historical context, I've adapted these stories for modern readers while staying true to their original spirit. You'll find full attributions for each tale, honoring the early collectors and providing insights into their cultural backgrounds.Tales from the Meddahs is the first volume in a series dedicated to unveiling lost and forgotten tales from around the world. Join me on this journey to explore the universal threads that connect us all through storytelling-a legacy as ancient as humanity itself.
North West Mythology Volume 2
This is the second volume of the North West Mythology series. In this volume, the wild local stories are all investigated. These stories involve firsthand encounters after thorough research followed by more wild speculation. Washington seems to have an almost unlimited supply of these types of stories. After hearing feedback from the first book, the most requested thing was more firsthand encounters. Volume 2 delivers on this request. This book is packed with longer stories and even more, custom-made art by hand-picked artists. This volume also features pictures taken at the locations. If you are a fan of the paranormal, occult, legends, or mythology, this book has something for you. This book features stories on sasquatch, haunted ships, curses, cult activity, and many more wild tales around Western Washington. All these locations are waiting to be investigated by intrepid readers or just enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. Either way, I guarantee an interesting read. Part of the proceeds of the first book was used to launch a new website for readers to report their own legends and encounters, stay up to date with what the author is currently working on, rent out our Bigfoot-themed vacation property, purchase merchandise, and more! Check it out at www.northwestmythology.com
Twisted Tales of Halloween Horror
Get ready for the Halloween season with 11 scary stories from some of the best new indie horror authors out there. A collection carefully curated by The Sisterhood of the Black Pen, Twisted Tales of Halloween Horror includes takes on some of your favourite legends of Halloween: the Boogeyman, vampires, werewolves, Bloody Mary, Stingy Jack, and many more!Put out your jack-o'-lanterns.Cover your mirrors.and above all, NEVER RUN OUT OF CANDY.*This anthology contains spice, gore, and so much more. It is not intended for anyone under the age of 18*
Assassinating Beauty
How do you reach a heart filled with hatred and death? With a magic steel glove, of course. Thallan is an elf warrior, cursed to kill. Nobody survives his deadly blade when he comes for them. Nobody except one small human lady. Isa offended the wrong person, and now she has a price on her head. Trapped in the home of the enemy, she finds herself torn between love and loyalty. She must finally choose when she holds the heart of her assassin in her hand-literally. Thallan has to break free of his curse to regain control of his life, but he can't do it alone. His fate lies in the hands of a woman who has every reason to hate him. To survive, he must win her trust... and her heart.
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - A curmudgeonly professor journeys to a small town in the far north in this "incredibly fun journey through fae lands and dark magic" (NPR), the start of a heartwarming and enchanting new fantasy series."A darkly gorgeous fantasy that sparkles with snow and magic."--Sangu Mandanna, author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular WitchesLOCUS AWARD FINALIST - A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, NPR, PopSugar, Polygon, The Globe and Mail, She Reads Cambridge professor Emily Wilde is good at many things: She is the foremost expert on the study of faeries. She is a genius scholar and a meticulous researcher who is writing the world's first encyclopaedia of faerie lore. But Emily Wilde is not good at people. She could never make small talk at a party--or even get invited to one. And she prefers the company of her books, her dog, Shadow, and the Fair Folk to other people. So when she arrives in the hardscrabble village of Hrafnsvik, Emily has no intention of befriending the gruff townsfolk. Nor does she care to spend time with another new arrival: her dashing and insufferably handsome academic rival Wendell Bambleby, who manages to charm the townsfolk, muddle Emily's research, and utterly confound and frustrate her. But as Emily gets closer and closer to uncovering the secrets of the Hidden Ones--the most elusive of all faeries--lurking in the shadowy forest outside the town, she also finds herself on the trail of another mystery: Who is Wendell Bambleby, and what does he really want? To find the answer, she'll have to unlock the greatest mystery of all--her own heart. Book One of the Emily Wilde Series Don't miss any of Heather Fawcett's charming Emily Wilde series: EMILY WILDE'S ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF FAERIES - EMILY WILDE'S MAP OF THE OTHERLANDS - EMILY WILDE'S COMPENDIUM OF LOST TALES
Lonely Castle in the Mirror
INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER! A Studio Ghibli-esque work of Japanese translation "that lays bare the anxieties and desperation--and the small triumphs--of adolescence" (Locus), for fans of Mieko Kawakami's Heaven. Seven students find unusual common ground in this warm, puzzle-like Japanese bestseller laced with gentle fantasy and compassionate insight. Bullied to the point of dropping out of school, Kokoro's days blur together as she hides in her bedroom, unable to face her family or friends. As she spirals into despair, her mirror begins to shine; with a touch, Kokoro is pulled from her lonely life into a resplendent, bizarre fairytale castle guarded by a strange girl in a wolf mask. Six other students have been brought to the castle, and soon this marvelous refuge becomes their playground. The castle has a hidden room that can grant a single wish, but there are rules to be followed, and breaking them will have dire consequences. As Kokoro and her new acquaintances spend more time in their new sanctuary, they begin to unlock the castle's secrets and, tentatively, each other's. Lonely Castle in the Mirror is a mesmerizing, heart-warming novel about the unexpected rewards of embracing human connection.
Rig Veda Americanus
Rig Veda Americanus, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.
The Wolf and the Favour
Ten-year-old Hannah has Down syndrome and oodles of courage, but should she trust the beautiful tree creature who smells of Mamma's perfume or the blue-eyed wolf who warns her not to enter the woods under any circumstances? The Wolf and the Favour is a tale of love, trust, and courage. A tale that champions the neurodivergent voice and proves the true power of a person's strength lies within themselves.
Shiva Purana: Vol. 1
The Shiva Purana is the fifth book in an eighteen-part series on the sacred Hindu texts known collectively as the Puranas. Translated with great rigor and precision, Bibek Debroy recounts the tales of creation and the many myths that surround Lord Shiva in twenty-four thousand shlokas and an introduction that simplifies the myth and history of the Puranas. Brimming with insight and clarity, this translation presents readers with an opportunity to truly understand classical Indian texts. Previous translations by Bibek Debroy include the Bhagavata Purana, the Markandeya Purana, the Brahma Purana, and the Vishnu Purana.
The Keeper of My Kin
This is the story of the keeper of my kin. It's been prescribed a life of violence which is none of its choosing. But master it we must, or else our clan shall perish.Three separate incidents between World War 2 and the Malayan Emergency period connect the dots to reveal a sinister force haunting three generations of the Raden family.THE RED-HAIRED GURKHASA ghost appears just as the Commonwealth War Graves Commission exhumes the remains of fallen World War 2 soldiers. A long-forgotten guardian reawakens to protect the Raden family and wreak havoc.THE TIGER-MAN AND HIS CONSTANT COMPANIONAn elderly relative reveals what their other family 'keeper', the Tiger-Man, did to the enemy soldiers. The price paid was too high.THE NIGHT OF THE FLYING BLADESThe Raden children learn more about their family's dark past during the Emergency period. The flying blades are justice reserved for those betrayed by kith and kin.
Heir Apparent
When the Kronides--the six children of Kronos--disappear, so too does the peace between the realms. Poseidon, the Olympian God of the Sea, and one of the three kings of the divine world has disappeared. All that remains of his legacy is an empty throne with no named successor. Although he is the first born child of Poseidon and the one that has taken his place amongst the Twelve Great Olympians, Proteus has no interest in the throne. His sights are set on only one thing--finding his father and all the other Olympians that disappeared. However, he may not have a say in the matter. The threat of war looms ever closer, and the truth is hidden by beings beyond his understanding. With his prophetic abilities in disarray and the divine world observing his every move, the Prince of the Sea will have to rise to the challenge. His journey begins now. Fate favours the eldest!
Amber Fire
Set in the vibrant city of Lagos and the mystical realm of Ilu-Orisa, the story centres on Toyin, a descendant of a powerful lineage of devout worshippers of Sango, the Yoruba god of thunder and fire. When her long-time boyfriend selfishly demands she abandons her dreams to become his wife, Toyin invokes the wrath of Sango on him. Unknown to her, Sango seeks to find at least one human who still remembers him. A human who loves him. Bound by fate and destiny, Toyin and Sango embark on a perilous emotional journey to find his lost symbol of authority. As their connection deepens, Sango must confront ancient adversaries, conspiracies and divine alliances and make the ultimate sacrifice for love.Will Toyin's love be enough to restore Sango to his rightful position, or will they be consumed by the fiery depths of their destiny?
Ticklesaurus Ted
A book about embracing the things that make us special and standing up to bullies. 'Hairy belly orange and smelly, You're NOT a dinosaur!'Follow Ted's journey as he stands up to a bully and discovers that being different makes him special!When Ted visits the Dino Park, he's teased for being different. However, after he faces a bully, finds a friend, and makes an important discovery, he realises that being different makes us special!Ticklesaurus Ted is an adorable and beautifully illustrated story full of colour, fun rhymes, and dinosaurs! It is also a great way to show your children they are special."Fantastic anti-bullying book which helps get the message over to kids in a fun way that everyone doesn't need to be the same and it's ok to be different - it's what makes you special!""Kids loved the story and the pictures. Lots of fun!""My little boy loves dinosaurs, but Ted is his fave character! Beautiful story, pictures, fun rhymes, and a message that being different is a good thing!""Monkeys and dinosaurs! What else is needed?! Kids love it."
The Rune Snatcher and the Primal Heart
The Rune Snatcher and The Primal Heart is a novel centered around a young boy named Simon who hasn't had the easiest time of things. His father disappeared when he was quite young, and his mother works to make ends meet. What money she is able to provide Simon for comfort or even just lunch from the cafeteria, ends up in the pocket of Marcus Coleman, the school's meanest bully. Simon's encounters with Coleman aren't always a clinic in intimidation and pain. Simon is a quick study. He's learned to become quicker and smarter than Coleman and his pals. Then, of course, there is Rachel Fairburn. Simon's 8th grade guardian angel. But Simon shouldn't have to rely on a girl for protection, should he? These problems and all the rest seem to take the back burner when one day Simon comes across a magic tome in the woods._______________Visit www.donnaink.shop to learn more about this and other titles. What sacred knowledge rests inside? What of are the meaning of these changing riddles upon the book's surface? And, who does this magic item belong to? In order to answer these questions and dozens more, Simon embarks on a magical adventure which transports him to an alternate universe with its own set of bullies. Only these bullies aren't interested in Simon's lunch money. No, they seek something much more . . . sinister! ___________________ For deep pocket discounts, visit the publisher at http: //www.donnaink.shop and look for coupons to add to your savings. Most of all enjoy this fantasy fiction novel!
Venom
For he seemed to me again like a king, Like a king in exile, uncrowned in the underworld, Now due to be crowned again... Lines from D.H. Lawrence's Snake printed on a scroll... Victims left in a bewildering state after savage attacks... Names from Hindu mythology appearing at every crime scene... Red rainbows arching ominously across the Mumbai sky... Even as author Om Patnaik and cop Parag Suri struggle to decode the paranormal puzzle that is terrifying the city, a seven-year-old autistic girl from Manipur challenges the very core of their beliefs. Why do her drawings symbolise the country's matinee idol, Ashwin Tomar? What dark secrets lie hidden in the heart of Tomar's secretary, Yeva? And what horror has taken birth in the mind of an ancient cursed being that could forever annihilate mankind? Eerie and exciting, Venom dares you to enter a realm that will test your faith like never before!
Swan Vanishing
Odile-the daughter of the sorcerer Rothbart-has spent her life caring for her sister, Odette, whose enchantment causes her to transform from a woman into a swan with every dawn.Certainly, Odile wants the best for her sister, that Prince Siegfried might be the one to break the curse ... and yet ...Anna Tipton's vision of the Swan Lake fairy tale is a rare and compelling work blurring the border between reality and dream to create a gripping twist.
Arabian Nights
The Arabian Nights, written by legendary author Andrew Lang is widely considered to be one of the greatest books of all time. This great classic will surely attract a whole new generation of readers. For many, The Arabian Nights is required reading for various courses and curriculums. And for others who simply enjoy reading timeless pieces of classic literature, this gem by Andrew Lang is highly recommended. Published by Quill Pen Classics and beautifully produced, The Arabian Nights would make an ideal gift and it should be a part of everyone's personal library.
Whispers of the Kami
Japan's rich tapestry of mythology is both profound and enchanting, weaving tales of gods, spirits, and legends that have shaped its culture for millennia. In Whispers of the Kami, readers are granted an intimate passage into this mystical realm, where the line between the tangible and ethereal blurs, and stories take on lives of their own.Journey through ancient forests where spirits dwell, traverse the celestial realms of powerful deities, and wander the lands where history and myth entwine. Through captivating narratives, this book unveils the intricate beliefs, rituals, and customs associated with the Kami and other ethereal beings. Each page is an invitation to delve deeper into Japan's spiritual heart, unlocking insights into its timeless legends and their influence on art, literature, and daily life.Authored with a reverence for the sacred, Whispers of the Kami is more than a mere collection of tales. It's an immersive experience, painting a vivid picture of Japan's mythological landscape. Readers will come to understand the reverence for nature, the harmonious coexistence of life and death, and the profound wisdom embedded in each legend.Whether you're a passionate enthusiast of Japanese culture or a curious soul seeking to understand the spiritual essence of a unique civilization, this guide offers a transformative journey, one where legends come alive, and the whispers of the Kami beckon.
Malia’s Curse
AUTHOR's NOTE: This title contains a complete short story, Malia's Curse. It also includes a sneak peek (not the complete book) into ICE, book one in the Knights of Silence MC Series, also by Amy Cecil. Both titles are for mature audiences.Malia's Curse: Villains are not born, they are made one at a time.Malia never fit in. She was the outcast at the Wilton Academy for Girls and she was constantly bullied. The "popular" girls made it clear on a daily basis that she was not welcome. When the girls do the unspeakable Malia is surprised at the lengths they will go to be rid of her.What were once snide comments and name-calling has now become something dangerous. Locked in an attic at school, terrified that no one will find her, Malia is visited by an odd man who makes an offer to change her life.Without thought or consideration of the consequences, Malia takes his offer and immediately she and her mother are transported to a new world with a new life. That hasty decision will change Malia's life forever - and not necessarily for the better.ICE: Knights of Silence MC Book 1After escaping from the button-down life he never wanted, Caden Jackson is finally free. But freedom comes with a price, and the price Caden paid was the loss of the woman he loved.Emma Baylee has loved Caden all her life, but his choices have left her vulnerable and alone. Now, desperate for help finding her missing friend, Emma must suppress her feelings and return to the man she's always loved.Betrayals are exposed as truths come to light. Will Caden and Emma be able to rekindle their relationship? Or in the end, will Caden's choices separate them forever?
Golden
Ten years ago, I 'died', and it was the best thing that ever happened to me.I should have known it wouldn't last.Once my family thought I was dead I was finally free to live. Until the day my brother walks into my tiny bookshop.No one leaves the Grayling pack and gets away with it. They drag me back, but not for the reason I believe.My mother has made an enemy of a powerful witchand I am to take the punishment meant for her. Death would have been kinder.This curse? What I am now? It's so much worse than I could have imagined. She didn't just cut me off from my wolf, or even simply kill me. She made me a golden retriever and sent me to a shelter. I'm ready to die in truth now, I'm hoping for it even. And then my mate walks in...but how am I supposed to convince him I'm the strong partner he needs to help him stop the end of the world when I can't stop wagging my freaking tail?
The Demon’s Ring
When five college students accidentally steal the powers of the Greek gods, they are determined to find out how and why they got them, and how to get rid of them. Will there be war? Will Shani, Asher, Lexi, Logan, and Brex be able to find someone who they trust to help them? And will they be able to accomplish all of this before it's too late?
Tales of the Gloaming
Tales of the Gloaming features three twists on classic fairy tales, eerily reminiscent of the originals yet tinged with new magic and a different kind of darkness. In Soul of the Ocean, Lana the Sea Fae lusts for things that can never be hers - an immortal soul and a prince. In Tooth & Nail, a chance meeting between a vampire and a werewolf ignites a forbidden love that might burn their world to the ground. And One Wish follows Yasmina, a sultana with an unquenchable thirst for revenge who follows her yearnings into the harem of the Djinn - unaware that her obsession may cost her all that she holds dear.
Shadow Sun Consolidation
Allistor has struggled almost nonstop since the apocalypse, battling monsters, aliens, and other humans when necessary. He has risen from a scared gamer geek with nothing, no home or family, not even a decent weapon, to become Emperor of Earth and several other worlds. Now, as he attempts to consolidate and stabilize his holdings, he faces the consequences of the very actions that helped him rise to power. Invictus has grown, millions of new citizens now look to him for support and protection. While he tries to gather together the human survivors across Earth, new enemies arise to threaten his empire. His worst fears confront him, and Allistor is not prepared.
The Case of the Tormented Troll
The 1940s. Life in Grimm City can be just as fabulous as it is dangerous. But it's not a place that can be found on any map. Welcome to a world of gun-toting, hard-drinking, cigarette-smoking fairies, elves, dwarfs, shifters, and witches, as well as human beings.Welcome to Noir Fairy Tales.Beldon Chase and Aura Dagger, of Chase and Dagger Detective Agency, are hired by Estin Ragg, a troll whose brother, Durif, was discovered dead under the 82nd Street Bridge. The coroner calls it a suicide, but Estin swears it was murder. The cops seem to be sitting on their hands because he's a troll, and everyone knows how much trolls are castigated and despised in the realm.Aura and Beldon are partners. He's an ex-cop who was framed for something he didn't do and kicked off the force. Soon after hanging out the shingle of his detective agency, he found Aura homeless in the streets after the death of her father. Something about the young woman touched him deep inside, and he took her in and trained her how to be a gumshoe. They're in love with each other, but it's Beldon who's put the skids on their relationship from becoming anything more than professional. Mostly because he's a Static, a man-beast unable to convert completely into a man or an animal. As Bel and Aura are digging through clues as to whether or not someone killed Durif Ragg, their relationship comes to a head. Aura wants a commitment from Beldon. He would do anything to give it to her, but his own insecurities are holding him back.Things eventually reach a breaking point when they discover who is actually behind Ragg's death, and why. Which culminates in Aura giving Beldon a choice-either they make this a permanent partnership in all ways, or she takes a hike, leaving him and the detective agency.
Von Hexenwald
The tale of Hansel and Gretel--from the point of view of the Witch. Kriemira Von Hexenwald, a complex and tormented soul, weaves her web of enchantment, drawing unsuspecting victims into her labyrinthine forest. As her own dark past intertwines with the fates of the two siblings, Hansel and Gretel, Kriemira must confront the haunting echoes of the dark curse that has damned her to a life of evil. Amidst her unholy hungers, she discovers a glimmer of compassion and the potential for redemption. Will Kriemira succumb to her own darkness, or find the strength to break free from the curse's grip? "Von Hexenwald" is an enthralling journey that delves into the depths of the witch's heart, exploring themes of regret, sacrifice, and the power of second chances in a world where good and evil are not always as they seem.
Tompkins, and other Folks
Tompkins, and other Folks - Stories of the Hudson and the Adirondacks is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1885. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Battle of the Strong
The Battle of the Strong - A romance of two kingdoms is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1913. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Fairy Tales
Fairy Tales - By the Brothers Grimm is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1898. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Historical Tales
Historical Tales - Japan and China is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1898. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Captains Courageous
Captains Courageous - A story of the Grand Banks is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1909. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Carlyle's Laugh
Carlyle's Laugh - And other surprises is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1897. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Smeraldo Flower
The Truth Untold revealed... In sixteenth-century Italy, seventeen-year-old Carola's family is on the verge of becoming destitute. So, when her family is offered funds for Carola to travel far into the mountains in northern Italy to paint a rare flower, she can't refuse. Little did she realize she'd be trapped with a masked recluse in the middle of nowhere. But if Carola can survive her time in the rundown castle with Soren-the hideous man who may or may not be a psychotic murderer-it will all be worth it. And if she can get Soren to stop hiding behind his mask, all the better... Beauty and the Beast meets the Phantom of the Opera in the Secret Garden in this a retelling of the Italian folktale-La Citta di Smeraldo, inspired by BTS's song "The Truth Untold."
The Gam
The Gam - Being a group of whaling stories is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1899. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The Builders And Other Poems
The Builders And Other Poems is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1897. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Leslie’s Fate and Hilda
Leslie's Fate and Hilda - Or The Ghost of Erminstein is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Perchance to Dream
Scarred by life, they have abandoned dreams of romance. Until love's kiss awakens them.Life is richer than he expected.John Forsythe abandons London for the furthest reaches of England after a series of betrayals leave him with the shame of a very public divorce, a poor opinion of Society ladies and a heart armored against love. Protected from intruders by his servants, the Thornes, he spends his days with his daughter and in a workshop where he makes clockwork automata.Life is better than she deserves.Pauline Turner has reformed in the years since she joined in her mother's attempts to destroy her step-brother. Eschewing social position and forgetting dreams of marriage and her own home, she is content with space to breed roses and her status as a favorite sister and aunt.A kiss awakens them...When a storm forces Pauline to defy John's ban on visitors, she and John each strike a chord in the other. Though they awaken to the possibility of love, they each have their own lives.... but the trials that follow tear them apartWhen his ex-wife's husband steals John's beloved daughter, Pauline steps in to steal her back. The journey that follows takes them across the sea to Paris and into the depths of their hearts.A Twist Upon a Regency TaleLady Beast's BridegroomOne Perfect DanceSnowy and the Seven DovesPerchance to Dream
The Forest’s Keeper
Rose never imagined sitting on a throne, but with her sister Eira still in the mountains warding off a curse, she's stuck playing ruler. All she wants is to track down the former queen Amelia and get Eira her crown back, so she can have a sword in hand again and explore the blossoming relationship with her best friend, Cal. When a mysterious wolf shape-shifter tracks her down and reveals there's trouble in the magical Eral Forest, Rose is confident the former queen Amelia is behind it. Armed with a set of ancient and enchanted weapons, she and Cal travel with him the wolf to seek out the sorceress and set things right. But while on their quest, Rose and Cal are captured by a clan of ogres, determined to settle a years old grudge against Rose's family. Discovering there's more than sorceresses and ogres lurking in Eral who want revenge, their relationship is pushed to the limit. The fate of Eral lies in Rose's hands, will she be able to gain her freedom or forever be cursed by destiny?
Karla Warrior Princess
This is the story of an ordinary girl from Earth who buys a strange book at an antique book fair in London. She starts to read it and is transported to a parallel world called Otherworld. Eventually, she becomes a Warrior Princess and sets out to help save Otherworld from the evil that is Ronan and his werewolf spawn.With the help of the elves of Karandore and their dragons, will they win the many battles that lie ahead? Will she find love? Will she survive?
