Fantasy og science fiction

Dare to play mind games with a god?Two fierce battles in the Sacred Spring City of Mal-ra didn't slow down Fay and his teammates! They return to Ruin to face off against a god known as the Bookmaker and win the reinstatement of their new comrade, Nel-a retired apostle. Challenging this god requires a tempting wager, so they'll bet with Fay's precious victory count in a poker game. However, Nel's honorable nature isn't cut out for strategic manipulation. Things start to look bad for her, but Fay doesn't seem too worried. He has a plan, of course, but will it be enough to outdo a god?

Dive into the thrilling UNITY series, where Valiant's greatest heroes unite. Witness Ninjak, Eternal Warrior, Livewire, Toyo Harada, and X-O Manowar form an unprecedented alliance to tackle the Valiant Universe's most formidable threats. Each issue is packed with action, intricate teamwork, and epic storytelling. Perfect for newcomers, UNITY offers a gateway to the diverse and dynamic world of Valiant superheroes. Join the adventure where legends converge and destinies intertwine. Contains the first superhero group of the Valiant Universe! From New York Times best-selling writer Matt Kindt (BRZRKR) and an all-starcast of artists including Doug Braithwaite (Justice), Cary Nord (Conan), and CAFU (Action Comics)! Content: Unity #1-7, X-O Manowar #19-22.

Middle schooler Kon and his landlord, Kasane, live in a world where periodic exceptional phenomena, more commonly known as bugs, occur all around them. Between turning people invisible and suspending time, astonishing feats of nature are nothing new, but Kon's identity as a bug-made human might just take the cake! With his unusual circumstances bringing up a myriad of unanswerable questions, Kon and Kasane decide to divulge his secret to his teacher-which leads Kon to wonder whether his friends would be accepting of the truth...

Preparations for the ecumenical council have begun in earnest as Col and his companions think about who they should recruit to their cause. They will need all the help they can get to right the Church's wrongs, and there might be no better place to start than the imperial city of Estatt, as the archbishop who rules over it could be instrumental in making the emperor their ally. There's just one problem-an imposter claiming to be the Twilight Cardinal has appeared just outside of Estatt and declared the city's cathedral a place of vice and greed. They have no idea what the imposter's goal is and even worse, Col isn't sure he can prove he's the real Twilight Cardinal...

Uncle's thinkingThe latest story from the otherworld has a captive audience as Takafumi and Fujimiya witness Uncle and his new allies barely hanging on in battle. Standing before them was the Corpse King, an ancient soul of peerless caliber whose takeover of Elf's body made him an even greater threat to all living beings. With his own powers weakened, how did Uncle survive against those one-in-a-zillion odds?!

adventures under and across the sea!After returning from their vacation in the south, Yarandrala declares that she wants to build a ship capable of traveling all the way around the continent and ropes Red and the others into helping. They set out to sea on a beautiful summer's day to go diving and investigate a top-of-the-line galleon once sunk by Ruti-when all of a sudden, a Jade Kingdom ship drifts into view! What is it doing there all the way from beyond the Wall at the End of the World?!

"Shin, Lena, and their friends experience brief moments of peace and happiness while facing certain death, enjoying a short break, plunging into battle once again, and setting foot for the first time in the frigid United Kingdom--sharing them with their comrades, friends, lovers, and family."--

A highly functioning replica of a high school girl in Japan serves her by taking her place in school when needed, but after falling in love with a boy she questions her own identity.

"Leave your idealism at home. If you wish to change the world, first get strong enough to do so!"After Kelvin's forces are bolstered by the addition of Sera, the daughter of the late Demon Lord Gustav, the party sets out for Toraj, the Country of Water. There, who do they encounter but... the Heroes of Deramis?!With the promise of combat on the horizon, there is no way our favorite battle junkie would miss out on such a perfect opportunity. He waits in anticipation for the clash against the Heroes of Light, Wind, Water, and Darkness, and if a few pesky bandits mean to get in his way...well, he'll just have to "play" with them too!Join this black-clad warrior and his allies as they continue to make a name for themselves and travel abroad in the third volume of an epic journey!

Curl up with this rich and spellbinding story of love and war, perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Eve Chase and Lucinda Riley.A secluded house. A lost notebook. A wartime secret.1942: Young Irish nurse Ellen arrives at May Day House, tasked with helping the men there rehabilitate. But there's something strange about the house, surrounded by water, on its own island in the Thames. And then there are the men: traumatised by their experiences of war, and subject to troubling methods in a desperate race to get them back to duty. As Ellen gets drawn into the world of May Day House, she starts to realise this will be no place to hide away from her own troubles...2013: Philip and Meredith are the proud new owners of May Day House. Following a string of tragedies, the couple have moved to the area in search of a new start. But all is not what it seems in the riverside community. As their plans for the rundown house meet resistance from the neighbours, Meredith finds herself slowly unravelling: she hears voices on the water, sees figures where there can be no one there. When she finds an old notebook from the war, she seeks solace in the stories about the former patients of the island.But will shadows from the past threaten her future happiness - and even her life?'Beautifully written and delightfully unsettling... an evocative read, set in an unusual landscape, that will pull you in from the first page' - Rachel BurtonReaders LOVE The House on the Water: The twists and turns revealed kept me turning pages way longer than I was meant to stay awake.The way Meredith's mind gets confused as she learns more and more tugged at my heart, and reading Ellen's experiences with her beau and how his mental health was essentially compartmentalised in an era when there wasn't much knowledge was heartwrenching. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'Within the tale, there are elements of the gothic tradition, with old houses, fog, rising waters, stormy weather and more. The reader's pulse rate rises as we are committed to following the action. I thoroughly enjoyed The House In The Water. It consumed me from the start. It was the first book by Victoria Scott but I certainly she she will write more.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'Don't you love a dual time line novel? I do and this one is exceptional - I have read the author's earlier work and this is straying into much darker territory, but I think it only serves to show what a great writer she is... Atmospheric, gripping, with huge heart and impossible to put down - the very best sort of book! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Beautiful captivating prose, kept me totally engaged in both timelines.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Illustrated Edition: Contains 14 beautiful and intricate illustrations, bringing the magical world of the story to life.Summary Included: Dive into a succinct overview before embarking on the enchanting journey.Characters List: Get acquainted with all the fascinating characters of the story.Author Biography: Gain insights into the life and times of E. Nesbit, the literary genius behind this classic.In the heart of the English countryside, a summer of exploration turns into a journey of enchantment when five siblings-Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and their darling baby brother-unearth an ancient and peculiar creature, the Psammead. This sand-fairy, with its ability to grant a wish a day, promises excitement but often delivers chaos. From wings to wealth, every granted desire spirals the children into adventures that range from hilarious to harrowing, teaching them the intricate balance of wishes and consequences.E. Nesbit's "Five Children and It" is not merely a tale of whimsy and wonder. It is a layered narrative that weaves magic with lessons of life, dreams with reality, and children's laughter with the wisdom of ages. Every page of this edition, enhanced with enchanting illustrations, takes the reader on a journey back to a time where imagination was the key to endless adventures.Rediscover the magic. Unfold the adventures. Dive into this timeless classic that has been cherished across generations. Perfect for readers young and old, this is a tale that will whisk you away, one wish at a time.

Travel back in time to the early days of Magic: The Gathering!

Travel back in time to the early days of Magic: The Gathering!

An anthology of manga shorts featuring all your favorite characters from the Disney mobile game.

The fate of the Orisha will be decided in the concluding volume of the Guardian of the Gods duology, inspired by Yoruba mythology. Perfect for fans of N. K. Jemisin, Suyi Davies Okungbowa, Daughters of Nri, and Godkiller.

A gripping and heartfelt horror-tinged space adventure from the BSFA award-winning author of Stars and Bones and Embers of War. Readers of James S.A. Corey and Becky Chambers will love this fast-paced story of space piracy, deadly alien artifacts and a race to save what is left of humanity.

A captivating dark gothic fantasy set in the same universe as the award-winning author's All The Murmuring Bones, The Path of Thorns and The Briar Book of the Dead. A tale of vampires, assassins, ancient witches and broken promises, perfect for readers of Alix E. Harrow, Hannah Whitten and Alexis Henderson.

Based on the hit anime Aoi Akashiro delivers a divine twist for Isekai fans who can explore a new world and existential themes. The writer of Classroom of the Elite traps readers in a world where Gods and mortals collide, in the quest for survival, and search for an ultimate truth. The mystical realm of Working for God in a Godless World Volume 2, as seen in the acclaimed anime on Crunchyroll, will mesmerize Isekai fans. Yukito continues to traverse and protect the world which granted his wish of belonging somewhere devoid of Gods, except for the all-powerful God Mitama, whom he despises, who accompanies him. In this second volume, the adventure intensifies as Yukito and Mitama face a painful betrayal that leads to the emergence of powerful adversaries. Their struggle to protect their newfound home and the death-fearing villagers escalates into a gripping battle against an Archon, that tests their strength and resolve. While villagers celebrate cutting ties with the Empire, Yukito works tirelessly to form alliances that will help them take on any future foes. Meanwhile, Archons are working in the shadows to grow even more powerful... Aoi Akashiro's incredible storytelling, as shown in renowned anime Classroom of the Elite and Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE, delves deep into existential themes while delivering heart-wrenching moments and thrilling action. Fans of the hit 12-part anime adaptation will be able to see the raw and uncut origins of their favorite characters.

Enhance your experience of The War Within, the first expansion in World of Warcraft's World Soul Saga, with this immersive short story anthology featuring an all-star cast of bestselling, award-winning authors.

There was no preparing for her storm

A massive, interconnected cross-publisher initiative focused on an all-new era of Star Wars storytelling.

All-new adventures featuring the beloved characters from the hit Nintendo video games!

The world is under attack. Failure is not an option.Disguised by his secret identity The Shadow, Lamont Cranston enacts vigilante justice in New York City.But he's not alone - his descendent and protégé Maddy has joined the fight. However, she has a lot to learn.From a destructive superweapon to a deadly virus, the fate of the world is in their hands. There is no room for mistakes - now more than ever.Maddy and Lamont must combine forces to eliminate these threats - and save all mankind.___________________________________________PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL