Fantasy og science fiction

In a surreal, ever-shifting castle, a daring thief embarks on a quest to steal a mysterious book. However, a sentient black Labrador and two enigmatic beings intervene, revealing hidden truths, and challenging the thief's desires.A captivating tale of intrigue, magic, and moral choices unfolds in the cliffside port of Krijksburg, as the skeleton air pirate Long Jake, returns, causing panic in the disgruntled city. In the depths of the dank caves below, Rumanil representative Luthor leads a desperate escape with a bickering council in tow. Elsewhere in the city, street urchin Moira and her sister form an alliance during the turmoil, while suspicions arise as Luthor tries to navigate the chaos engulfing the city.As rumours swirl and loyalties waver, they all must confront the truth about the mysterious events that have unfolded, all while facing the imminent threat of violence and rebellion.

A speculative fiction about four men with subconscious secrets on disconnected timelines, and mysterious women intent on helping or hindering them.

An exhilarating manga following the journey taken by a boy and his migrating village across a frigid post-apocalyptic setting riddled with folkloric monsters There once was a land where humans and monsters both lived. The sun protected the humans during the day, but at night the monsters were on the prowl. On the day that the sun disappeared forever behind the clouds, the terrifying monsters, no longer warded off by the sunlight, hunted the humans in the day and the night. For almost thirty years, Saber and his village were cut off from the rest of the world. They have no choice but to communicate with each other using sign language to avoid the monsters, who can track them by sound and especially by voice. However, the village encounters trouble when a young woman named Lune arrives in the village. She tells them that there is a better way to fight monsters-by becoming monsters themselves. This is only the beginning of a harrowing and thrilling adventure. The villagers leave everything behind, traversing the looming mountains that surround them to find other humans who can help them. In order to escape a life devoid of peace, it is up to Lune and the villagers to summon something they have long forgotten-the courage to live.

Technology is just a tool to permit humans to perform new tasks as well as existing tasks better, faster and cheaper. However, as technology improves, so do the opportunities for its use in more divergent ways as a force for both good and evil. The book delves into the inevitable clash of these opposing forces, painting a vivid picture of the technology wars that loom on the horizon, seemingly unstoppable by human intervention alone. Amidst this battle, AI emerges as a potential bridge between the warring factions. However, the biases instilled in AI by its human creators raise the question of whether it can truly serve as an impartial mediator or if it will simply choose sides based on its own discretion. The author ponders whether granting AI the autonomy to develop new capabilities, free from human control, is the key to overcoming the forces of evil or if it is a case of jumping from the frying pan into the fire. This book takes readers on a captivating journey, examining the potential consequences of unchecked technological progress over the coming centuries. It serves as a thought-provoking exploration of the delicate balance between the benefits and risks of advanced technology, leaving readers to contemplate the future that awaits humanity.

'An enchanting blend of Olivia Dade's warmth and the adventurous spirit of A Knight's Tale, all wrapped up in a spicy romcom that left me grinning from ear to ear.'NetGalley Reader on You've Got Chain Mail

Within the maze called Lucemia, players continually respawn at the starting point upon death, with no option to leave the game. When it is announced that players around the world are trapped in one of the Gods' games, Fay's team and other skilled apostles form a rescue squad. Things start to look up when they discover a save point but that doesn't solve all their problems. They still have to defeat the last boss to finish the game. However, apparently this labyrinth's last boss-the god who created this game-died of boredom! They worry that escape may be impossible...but then they get a visit from the "Undefeated" God, Oroboros, in human form!

His revenge complete, Gongja is finally ready to take on the Tower! Not only is he unkillable, but he keeps racking up skills with each death by monster. Add in the Blade Emperor's guidance and he quickly reaches the tenth floor, which has yet to be conquered in this timeline-the perfect test to check how much stronger he is now. Will Gongja successfully become the first person to conquer the tenth floor and rewrite history?

A handsome prince declaring his undying love for you at a grand ball-it's what every girl dreams of...but not Melissa Foddebrat! She knows that behind his charming smile, Ian is an insufferable, womanizing manchild. She is desperately searching for a way to dump him before he publicly announces their marriage. That's when she spots a mysterious beggar collapsed on the street, and a devilish plot begins to take shape...

Wedding bells are ringing! Navier and Heinrey's big day is swiftly approaching, and with it comes dignitaries from near and far. A jealous Duke Kaufman, a rage-addled Rashta, a desperate Sovieshu-the lines of friend and foe start to blur, and if Heinrey isn't careful, he may just fall victim to a devious revenge plot...But more than that, the joyous occasion means the couple will have their first night together! For all his reputation as a playboy, though, Heinrey has -never been with anyone intimately, so it will be up to Navier to take the reins...!

The shadow of war has passed, and peace returns to the land, but Blondina and Amon find themselves on another battlefield-the struggle of raising two boys! Not a day goes by without the mischievous twins cooking up some kind of trouble...and Blondina wouldn't have it any other way. Her story may be over, but as long as her beloved kitty cat is by her side, every day is an adventure!

The Earl Steim's daughter, Irene is quite smitten with Grid following his recent heroics, and he's first in line for her hand in marriage! He finally has a chance to gain what he's been searching for all his life-love...and more importantly, the sweet tax money from becoming the lord of Winston! Before he can tie the knot, however, Grid has to take care of some unfinished business, like recovering his Legendary-Class shield that was stolen...but is he ready to take on an entire religion to get it back?

The official magazine of the Star Wars saga presents an amazing collection of exclusive illustrated Star Wars: The High Republic short stories, written by The New York Times' best-selling authors Charles Soule, Justina Ireland, and Cavan Scott and including concept art illustration and original art by Louie De Martinis. Now in a special digest edition! EXPERIENCE THE GALAXY CENTURIES BEFORE THE STRUGGLE OF THE REBEL ALLIANCE AGAINST THE GALACTIC EMPIRE! A compendium of stories from the High Republic era, collected from the pages of Star Wars Insider for the first time! Characters such as Joss and Pikka Adren, Burryaga Agaburry, Avar Kriss, Nib Assek, and Mikkel Sutmani feature in a variety of adventures aboard the Starlight Beacon. Written by The New York Times' best-selling authors Charles Soule, Justina Ireland, and Cavan Scott. Plus in-depth interviews with the story architects behind the bestselling multimedia project. Stories included: Go Together by Charles Soule First Duty by Cavan Scott Hidden Danger by Justina Ireland Past Mistakes by Cavan Scott Shadows Remain by Justina Ireland

The futuristic space adventurer, Red Roxy, reveals exciting exploits and daunting dodges through vast volumes of time and space. Abandoned as a child wandering the deep tunnels of the distant mining planet, Miseria, the extraordinary youngster matures to jealously follow her sister, Veronika Futura, to Earth's past. Searching for fulfillment in a new life, her dormant humanity emerges to fall in love-then is forced to fight villainous space pirates threatening her passionate existence. Doomed to die, or sure to succeed, the cosmos confuses, offering a most remarkable remedy.A daring feat, the journey is fantastic. The audacious firebrand applies her unique lifestyle to hustle Earth's reality, breaking the rules to enact her own. She stacks the odds in her favor like many young neophytes facing challenges to create fruitful futures.

Featuring eight iconic artists who have captivated science-fiction and fantasy fans for decades, Master Sketchbooks will take you on a journey into magical worlds and endlessly creative minds.These are artists that have created legendary concepts, designs, and creatures for hugely popular movies, books, and video games. Each master artist has their own eye-catching chapter, including sketches, development images, and finished pieces alongside written advice, thoughts, and insights into their unique creative process.The artists featured include John Howe, whose paintings grace the covers of many works by J.R.R. Tolkien, and who was one of the chief conceptual designers on Peter Jackson's groundbreaking The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, and Wayne Barlowe, whose otherworldly designs have prowled the big screen in franchises such as Hellboy, Harry Potter, and Avatar. We also have stunning sketches and visual development from Terryl Whitlatch, whose creatures can be seen in the legendary Star Wars films and who is currently a sought-after lecturer and instructor in Creature Design and Animal Drawing.With many more masters to discover inside, Master Sketchbooks is a veritable archive of classic concept art from the most revered artists of a generation.

Let your imagination take wing with Designing Dragons, the must-have guide to bringing mythology's most iconic beast to life.Discover step by step how professional concept artists take inspiration from the rich biology of real animals, using their scientific insights to design believable dragons, drakes, and serpents from myths and legends around the world. The brand-new artwork inside is created primarily with digital art software, such as Procreate, Photoshop, and Clip Studio Paint, with some traditional methods used for the early steps.The in-depth introduction is written jointly by Stephen Oakley, Senior Concept Artist at Naughty Dog and designer of monsters for the award-winning God of War games, and Alexander Ostrowki, whose clients include game studios such as Wizards of the Coast. These two expert artists discuss the history and anatomy of the dragon, the techniques to create the colours and textures of these mighty creatures, and how to turn real-world inspiration into eye-catching fantasy. You will then find thirteen epic design projects to pore over, with professional artists taking a defined dragon from mythology, such as Hydra, Lindworm, Wyvern, and Jaculus, and sharing a step-by-step creative process as they transform it into a brand-new representation.This is the ultimate dragon-design book for artists of any skill level and fantasy fans of all ages.