Fantasy og science fiction

Submergeix-te en un intrigant relat de misteri i fantasia urbana amb l'òpera prima de J. F. Rhodehouse. Sota la Superfície de les Aparences: Quan el Mal ens Aguaita. Des de les primeres pàgines, seràs arrossegat per una original trama que et mantindrà enganxat al relat de principi a fi, incapaç de deixar-lo anar. Quan George i Montana es muden al seu nou pis, estan lluny d'imaginar el fosc secret que s'amaga molt prop d'ells. L'enigmàtica figura d'un veí que els observa en silenci és el detonant d'una història que ningú ha imaginat abans. Descobreix un món on les aparences enganyen i la realitat està teixida amb fils de mitologia i misteri. La trama teixeix una xarxa d'intriga i suspens, revelant pistes inquietants sobre el mal que aguaita a la parella protagonista. Captivador des del principi fins al final, desafia les percepcions i porta al lector a un viatge inoblidable entre el real i el sobrenatural. Prepara't per a un desenllaç completament inesperat i impactant que deixarà una empremta duradora en la teva imaginació. No et perdis aquest relat que promet una experiència de lectura inigualable i única en el seu gènere. Amb un estil narratiu, dinàmic i directe, i amb il-lustracions en B/N que enriqueixen l'experiència de lectura. Atreveix-te a llegir Sota la Superfície de les Aparences: Quan el Mal ens Aguaita, i prepara't per a una muntanya russa d'emocions i revelacions que et mantindran en suspens fins a l'última pàgina.

The storms are increasing. The Hounds are on the move. Gahlmorag approaches Earth. The time has come for the Hunt to reunite and return home. Somehow.There will always be unanswered questions, but, after years of searching and investigating, all the members of the Hunt have been accounted for: dead or alive; faithful or traitor. Energy builds up in Neighborlee and something is about to happen, whether for good or ill...

An invisible vampire spin off.Fess and Deacon. An m/m vampire fated mates romance to burn your soul - if you have one.If you don't, then fly along!Fess, had always been a bit of a ladies man, ever since being turned into one of the walking, talking, biting dead. But when he ends up unexpectedly back on the Earth whilst trying to kidnap his ex, he bumps into a tall, dark, handsome auburn haired man who would take his urm...breath away.If he had any.Not quite red hair, not quite brown, but oh most definitely meant for him and him alone. Deacon has always been a perfectionist. But a chance meeting with a drool worthy, dirty blonde haired man, well, kinda man puts paid to that. But...the gorgeous man who he takes into his home - is badly burned, scars rack his chiselled body.Can Deacon stop being a perfectionist long enough in order to see what lies there right in front of him, and can Fess come to turns with the fact that his fated mate - is a man.Warning contains biting, sucking, male/male fu**ing and two fine males who need their head bashing together.

Iris Davenport hates the memories that come with world-shaking thunderstorms. She doesn't want to remember she's a member of the Hunt. She's perfectly happy with her adopted parents, helping run the lodge on Smokeytop Mountain, exploring the mountainside and working search-and-rescue. The last thing she wants is to face one of the Hunt and be reminded of the vows her parents made when they gave her to the guardianship of the Hounds of Hamin.Then a plane taking a sick boy to a life-saving operation crash-lands on Smokeytop in a thunderstorm. One of the searchers who come to the lodge is a member of the Hunt, and he reminds her of everything she hoped to forget. She has her own life now--a home, friends, parents, and a boyfriend. She's not willing to give anything up for a world she barely remembers.The past catches up with them in the form of a traitor to the Hunt. Pieces of an old puzzle threaten to get her and her boyfriend killed if they don't find all the clues in time.

Haunted and hunted and holding tight to their happy ending, the Universe's got Her work cut out for Her, but then again...Fate Will Not Be Denied, right? Saved from a deadly explosion by six-foot-two-inches of walkin' muscle in ripped jeans and well-worn cowboy boots, Sam's had to rethink the whole idea of happily ever after and decided it sounds like a damned good plan. For the Guardsman who's hot-dogged his way through a hundred-and-twelve years, one brown-eyed, curly-headed doctor has made him rethink everything he thought he knew. Happily ever after's damned sure not just in fairy tales anymore, and Lance wants his. Of course, nothing this good could come easy, right? The traitor is closing in. Everything they hold dear is hanging in the balance. There is no flight, only fight and absolutely no one better get in the way. The stakes have never been higher - this couple's fighting for forever.

"Beneath Ancient Skies" invites readers into the odyssey of a Harnaki scientist, whose mission of exploration becomes a sojourn of survival. Marooned on a planet teeming with life yet untouched by galactic diplomacy, Adem confronts mysteries and wonders beyond his training. With only his wits and the guidance of his AI companion, Alex, Adem navigates this enigmatic world, seeking a way home.But the planet holds secrets of its own, along with inhabitants who challenge Adem's understanding of life, companionship, and duty. Among them, a creature named Orion become his unexpected kin, guiding Adem through trials that blend the boundaries between the alien and the familiar, the past and the future."Beneath Ancient Skies" is more than a tale of survival; it is a journey that explores the depths of connection and the strength found in unity. As Adem grapples with the meaning of his presence on this secluded world, he must decide where his allegiance.This novel remains shrouded in mystery, promising a voyage of discovery that questions the essence of civilization and guardianship. What unfolds is a narrative that resonates with the heart of exploration, the value of peace, and the unforeseeable paths that destiny weaves across the universe.Join Adem as he uncovers the planet's secrets, each step a closer alignment with the unforeseen role he is to play in the tapestry of its history. "Beneath Ancient Skies" is a story for those who seek to understand what lies beyond the known, where the journey itself becomes the destination.

We all know that self-publishing can be challenging, but for one writer, it's hell! Cärl Brüder was a young self-publishing guru, his name whispered in awe and admiration among hopeful writers. His webinars and courses were like golden tickets to the world of successful indie publishing, and students from all walks of life flocked to him with dreams of becoming best-selling authors. He exuded confidence and charm, his words laced with promises of wealth and stardom that seemed within reach for those who followed his teachings. And yet, for one particular student, these promises remained elusive and unattainable, creating a mounting sense of desperation and disappointment. The reality of their situation slowly dawned on them as they faced the daunting question: what happens when the young teacher's guarantees of success don't come true? It was a problem that threatened to shatter their dreams and leave them lost in the harsh reality of the publishing world. Totally recommended if you like Carlton Mellick III, Cameron Pierce, Adult Swim, and the wacky and weird!

When all the usual suspects have alibis, it's going to take some experienced sleuthing to get to the bottom of this murder.Amy and Ambrose have their hands full with the latest case, especially when the usual suspects all have solid alibis.But soon things begin to unravel, and it becomes clear precisely what connection caused the witch to end up dead.-Ties and Alibis is book eleven of Amethyst's Wand Shop Mysteries, an urban fantasy murder mystery series featuring a quirky witch, a serious detective, a slow burn m/f romantic subplot and a standalone crime. If you love quirky main characters, the murder of the week format, light-hearted back-and-forth, magic, and murder mystery, start the Amethyst's Wand Shop Mysteries series today!

Two young men, Jumas and Tartric, embark on a journey of betrayal, hate and conflict. Power and destiny collide as each searches for the ultimate control that only one last hidden remnant of their Master's soul can release. In doing so, they ignite a struggle that threatens to engulf their world in an oppression darker than the deepest well. One powerful enigmatic woman, Whelya ty-Shaerba, ignites a burning uncontrollable passion within them; one for love and the other for revenge.Only one man, Bardon Charst, will stand between their insane pursuit for power and vengeance, and the total destruction of his world. But what can one gentle untrained farmer do? How can he hope to even survive when caught between two ruthless and overwhelming forces?Light A Dark Candle begins the epic saga of men and women caught up in a swirling storm of obsession, madness, passion and war. So begins the search for the Wizard's Soul.

Come! Embark on this journey with the virtuous queen bee Royal and her daughters, as they face being plucked from their home and lowered into a hive of turmoil. In Hive Honey Quest, no bee can trust the other, or even excercise free will. Read along as hive members strive to challenge evil, bring change, and find freedom. This tale is full of warmth, adventure, and the timeless fight between good and evil. Step into these pages to see if you, dear reader, might also find hope. Enjoy reading this short novel together as a family, or sharing it with your child or teen.

It is not too far in the future and some things have worked out as expected - in particular, Renewable Energy is now the main source of power. Whether solar panels, wind turbines, wave power, it's all commonplace and available, and to make it less obtrusive onland, most of the electricity generation has moved offshore, onto giant floating islands, that circle countries like Britain. Meanwhile, the world is not as peaceful and progressive as most people had hoped. Inter-nation tensions are widespread, often breaking out into all-out war. Still, many people in countries like Britain feel safe, since these conflicts seem so far away. It is only when the small nation states start falling like dominoes, that the effect becomes clear - there is a World War underway, and nowhere on the globe is safe.The hero of this tale is one person who has tried to help set up defences for the islands of Britain, but he is drawn into the conflict, right where the shooting starts, and he finds himself fleeing from the action, undefended and alone.Meanwhile, the only people who seem safe from these overlapping conflicts are the Gypsies, a new class of mobile adventurers, circling the world in their self-sufficient airships. Only them, it seems, can preserve Civilisation and protect the plant from a grisly end.

His sweetheart is another spicy holiday novella picking shortly up after Her Secret Santa, continuing the story ofThe Saints very own Cupid, V.He may have been a bit of a mystery to most, but not her.Can Cupid find love?

Ten RoyalsOne TraitorWho will survive the labyrinth?In Reudinia-a kingdom with over nine hundred royals-ranking and magical ability decide the next monarch. But just days before the annual assessment, the top-ranking princes begin disappearing one by one.Looking for the key to unlock her own magical ability, 16-year-old Princess Faven poses as her brother to gain access to the forbidden library in the Royal Academy for Princes. But her plan goes awry when she is forced to take the princes' assessment to maintain her cover-and ranks in the top ten. Things go from bad to worse as her false identity gets her kidnapped along with the other top-ranking princes.To their dismay, Faven and the nine missing princes find themselves trapped inside the Sidylla Labyrinth-a dangerous prison holding a power-hungry spirit. With only their wits and determination to help them, the ten must work together to confront the coming challenges and face the realization that there is a traitor among them. But all too soon, a deceitful whisper begins to invade their minds.Will the ten unmask the traitor and discover who is behind this devious plot? Can they band together to fight their way out, or will they be undone by the cunning whispers in the labyrinth?

Jeanette yearns for love, a greater purpose to her life, and most of all, adventure... But when it finds her, she hadn't imagined it would be her life on the line.Rose Manor has been abandoned for as long as Jeanette can remember. Never truly fitting in among the people of Mapleshire, she is stuck in her mundane life until an evil sorcerer captures her. He has the wrong girl, she's sure of it, but then she finds something that belonged to her mother. In the midst of despair, an unexpected ally emerges- a handsome servant named Hugh, who has more to him than meets the eye. He harbors secrets of his own that he can't share without suffering horrific punishment. In all his years of servitude, he only dreams of breaking free and fulfilling his destiny. Now Jeanette must face her past and summon the power inside herself or they'll both face inescapable doom.

Imagine being given the chance for revenge with the backing of an army. The Jasden Massacre happened eight years ago and still haunts the survivors today. It will take a prince, a knight-sorcerer, and a cursed witch to bring down the court of the Sleeping Queen and restore the country's balance. Prince Derek wants the throne to save his country from ruin. But the Sleeping Queen's supporters want him dead. In order to take the crown, Derek will need to draw out his enemies with the promise to wake Queen Fazune using the Witch's Crystal. The Crystal is in the Netherworld, and it will take a powerful witch and an even more powerful sorcerer to retrieve it. Tannis, his family disgraced by the cowardliness of his father, will embark on the journey and clear his family's name. He finds the witch, Amabel, to be eccentric and more than a little annoying, and her family's secrets make him wonder if they can be trusted. Fighting his attraction, he protects her from danger-and sometimes herself. Amabel has her own needs for the Crystal and Queen Fazune. She cares little for Derek so long as he doesn't interfere with her plans. On the other hand, she doesn't mind the powerful sorcerer Tannis as a distraction. As they travel, she lays the plans to bring down the current crown of Lensavine. With her family's lives on the line, she will do whatever it takes. Even if she has to die. Derek, Tannis, and Amabel will join forces. Each will right past wrongs while facing death, as each has their own reason to bring Queen Fazune to her knees. Together they will save not only Lensavine, but the world.

Jenni and Morgana have been forced apart by their parent's divorce. Jenni accompanies their Father to Arkingham, where she finds friends and a life apart from her sister. Just as she begins to feel comfortable in her new life, the death of her Father's employer brings more than just an uncertain future to rest on her shoulders...

Emportée contre son gré par un équipage de drakkars, Gwendoline est précipitée dans l'univers mystérieux d'un village nordique. Mais son destin bascule lorsqu'elle croise le chemin d'une sorcière, bouleversant ainsi le cours de sa vie...

Sur la planète Déméter, refuge de l'humanité après l'effondrement de la Terre, une société prospère et ordonnée a émergé. Cependant, sur sa jumelle Perséphone, règnent la misère et l'oppression. Alors que les tensions entre les deux mondes atteignent un point critique, Alek et Kela se retrouvent livrées à elles-mêmes. Leur lutte pour la survie les entraîne dans une aventure aux conséquences inattendues, qui bouleversera leur existence de manière irrévocable.

Sept longues années se sont écoulées depuis la Dernière Guerre. Je pensais que mes ennemis avaient été éradiqués, mais je me trompais ! Mes enfants sont accusés lorsque certains proches sont pris pour cible. Ainsi, fuyant les forces de l'ordre, ils devront affronter la colère de mes anciens ennemis et contrer de soudaines attaques de créatures de l'Ancien Monde, tout en prouvant leur innocence. Ils auraient toutefois entendu parler d'un Monde oublié appelé Le Néant. Voici comment débute leur histoire...

À l'occasion du rituel symbolisant le passage à l'âge adulte sur l'île, Hytan reçoit la prophétie de devoir vaincre les Orgos, des ennemis de longue date. En compagnie de son frère Nissa, il se lance alors à la recherche des quatre autres élus des piliers de la vie, dans l'espoir d'éradiquer le mal qui les guette. Y parviendra-t-il ?

Ayant vécu une vie antérieure sur sa planète d'origine, Ichuca se voit arrachée à ses racines et réincarnée sur Terre. Son arrivée dans le jardin d'une maison la confronte immédiatement à l'hostilité de ce nouvel environnement. Pendant ce temps, Florence, la propriétaire de la demeure, reste ignorante de sa présence et poursuit son paisible quotidien de mère célibataire. Les deux femmes sont confrontées à des défis uniques, mais que leur réserve l'avenir lorsqu'une rencontre inattendue se produira ?

"Vie de Jésus" est une oeuvre majeure écrite par Ernest Renan, un philosophe, historien et écrivain français du XIXe siècle. Publié pour la première fois en 1863, cet ouvrage a suscité un vif débat en raison de son approche critique de la biographie de Jésus-Christ. Dans "Vie de Jésus", Renan adopte une perspective rationaliste et cherche à expliquer la vie de Jésus en utilisant des méthodes historiques et scientifiques de son époque. L'oeuvre a été influente dans le domaine de la critique biblique, mais elle a également été controversée en raison de ses interprétations sécularisées et de son rejet de certains aspects traditionnels de la foi chrétienne. Bien que "Vie de Jésus" ait été critiqué par certains milieux religieux, il a eu un impact significatif sur la pensée religieuse et la recherche historique au XIXe siècle. Ernest Renan était une figure importante dans le contexte intellectuel et culturel de son temps.

"Un Philosophe sous les Toits" est un roman écrit par Émile Souvestre, un écrivain français du XIXe siècle. Ce livre a été publié pour la première fois en 1850. L'histoire est une sorte de chronique de la vie quotidienne d'un homme, l'auteur lui-même, qui choisit de vivre en marge de la société et de se retirer dans une mansarde parisienne. Le protagoniste, surnommé "Le Philosophe," observe la vie urbaine depuis son perchoir, partageant ses pensées sur la société, la nature humaine et les petites joies de la vie quotidienne. Le roman a une tonalité légère et humoristique, mais il aborde également des thèmes plus sérieux liés à la condition humaine. "Un Philosophe sous les Toits" est considéré comme l'une des oeuvres les plus réussies d'Émile Souvestre et a été apprécié pour sa simplicité, son humour et sa perspicacité dans l'observation de la vie urbaine.

" Il y avait autrefois, au pays de Tango, une bourgade du nom de Mizunoé. Dans cette bourgade vivait un pêcheur, qui s'appelait Ourashima Taro. C'était un homme vertueux, au coeur sensible et bon qui, de sa vie, n'avait jamais fait ni souhaité de mal à personne. Taro revenait un soir de la pêche. La prise ayant été abondante, il rentrait satisfait et joyeux. Sur le rivage, il aperçoit une bande de petits garçons, qui semblaient prendre un malin plaisir à tourmenter une petite tortue, trouvée sur le sable. Taro n'aimait pas qu'on fît souffrir les bêtes. Il eut pitié de la tortue. S'approchant des enfants, et s'efforçant de donner à sa voix un ton impérieux: - Quel mal vous a donc fait, dit-il, cette innocente créature, pour la tourmenter de la sorte ? Ignorez-vous que les dieux punissent les enfants qui maltraitent les animaux ? - Mêlez-vous donc de ce qui vous regarde, répond insolemment le plus âgé de la troupe. Cette tortue n'appartient à personne. Nous sommes libres de la tuer si cela nous fait plaisir. Vous n'avez rien à y voir. Le pêcheur comprend qu'aucun raisonnement n'aura de prise sur ces coeurs sans pitié. Il change de tactique et, d'un ton plus radouci: - Allons, ne vous fâchez pas ainsi, mes enfants ! je n'avais pas l'intention de vous gronder. Je voulais vous proposer un marché. Voulez-vous me vendre cette tortue ? Je vous en donne vingt sous. Cela vous va-t-il ? Vingt sous ! C'était une fortune pour ces marmots. Ils acceptent sans hésiter; Taro leur donne donc deux petites pièces blanches; aussitôt ils courent au village acheter des gâteaux."

"Portraits Littéraires, Tome III" est la troisième partie de la série d'essais écrite par Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve, un critique littéraire français du XIXe siècle. Cette série, intitulée "Portraits littéraires", constitue une collection d'analyses et de critiques littéraires où Sainte-Beuve explore la vie et l'oeuvre de divers écrivains contemporains de son époque. Comme dans les tomes précédents, les essais de Sainte-Beuve dans le "Tome III" adoptent une approche personnelle et psychologique de la critique littéraire. Il cherche à établir des liens entre la vie des écrivains et leurs oeuvres, offrant ainsi une perspective plus complète sur la création artistique. L'ensemble de la série "Portraits Littéraires" de Sainte-Beuve est considéré comme une contribution significative à la critique littéraire du XIXe siècle en France, offrant des perspectives profondes sur la vie intellectuelle et littéraire de l'époque.

"Le Possédé" est un roman de l'écrivain belge Camille Lemonnier, publié pour la première fois en 1896. Voici un résumé global de l'oeuvre: L'histoire se déroule dans la Belgique rurale du XIXe siècle et explore les thèmes de la passion, de la folie et de l'obsession. Le personnage principal, François, est un jeune homme tourmenté par des pulsions intenses et des démons intérieurs. Sa vie est profondément affectée par ses relations tumultueuses avec les femmes, en particulier avec la belle et mystérieuse Mélanie. La trame narrative se développe autour des relations complexes entre François, Mélanie et d'autres personnages du village. Des éléments de surnaturel et de mysticisme sont intégrés, créant une atmosphère sombre et troublante tout au long du roman. Lemonnier explore la psychologie de ses personnages de manière intense, décrivant les tourments intérieurs de François et la manière dont son obsession pour Mélanie le pousse à la folie. Le village devient le théâtre de drames passionnels et de tragédies, dépeignant une société où les émotions brutes peuvent avoir des conséquences dévastatrices. "Le Possédé" est souvent considéré comme l'une des oeuvres les plus puissantes et provocantes de Lemonnier, reflétant son intérêt pour les aspects sombres de la nature humaine. C'est une exploration profonde des forces intérieures qui peuvent conduire à la destruction, et une plongée fascinante dans les profondeurs de l'âme humaine.

"Le Jardin d'Épicure" d'Anatole France dévoile un monde de réflexions philosophiques et de méditations sur la vie. À travers des dialogues subtils et des personnages éloquents, l'auteur explore des thèmes tels que le bonheur, la sagesse et la recherche du sens de la vie. Inspiré par la pensée d'Épicure, France nous transporte dans un jardin intellectuel où la quête du bien-être spirituel et matériel prend toute sa signification. Les discussions, teintées d'ironie et d'humour, offrent une critique subtile de la société et des valeurs de l'époque. "Le Jardin d'Épicure" incarne une oeuvre où la philosophie et la littérature se rencontrent pour éclairer les profondeurs de l'existence humaine.

"Histoire Comique" d'Anatole France plonge les lecteurs dans un univers humoristique où l'auteur maîtrise l'art de la satire. En utilisant un ton léger et comique, France explore les absurdités de la société de son époque. Les récits, tout en étant divertissants, renferment des critiques subtiles sur les conventions sociales, la politique et la condition humaine. L'humour subtil de France permet de dévoiler les contradictions et les hypocrisies de la société, offrant une lecture à la fois amusante et perspicace. "Histoire Comique" représente une oeuvre où le rire devient un moyen de déconstruction des normes sociales, faisant de chaque histoire une satire délicieusement instructive.

Princess Eleanor has always longed to be a beautiful human princess ever since she was cursed to be a mouse by the evil sorcerer Lord Balthazar. Her fairy godmother and her canine companion, Rover, have been her only friends who have looked after her. All of that is about to change when she encounters an orphaned, kind young mouse named Dredge and his magical firefly sidekick, Beans. Princess Eleanor is about to encounter a whole new world with Dredge as they are both taken to a world inhabited by mice and rats. Along the way, they will also face the evil Lord Balthazar, who is determined to destroy them for good and rule their kingdoms for his own sinister purposes.Join Princess Eleanor, Dredge, and their friends as they embark on a quest to break a magical curse as they discover the true meaning of friendship and courage and what it's like to be a mouse in this enchanting, magical story for viewers of all ages.

"To save himself from a life in prison, Thomas Belger, an inventor and scientist, must unravel the mystery of a village lost in time, where a series of inexplicable deaths have driven people to the brink of madness. He suspects it may involve a ghost, but he also understands that specters don't act without reason.In his quest for truth, he must contend with an enigmatic young woman who captures his heart, and confront the murderous intentions hidden beneath a legend of witchcraft. He finds himself ensnared in a witchhunt targeting newcomers employed by a factory that brings toxic prosperity, realizing too late that he should never have agreed to this arrangement.This tale of mystery and despair transports us to the unknown region of "Allasneda", an alternate setting within the magical lands of southern Chile. Here, ghosts, witches, and the science fiction of the Victorian era intertwine, weaving fables starring courageous women and men confronting a world rife with prejudice." Sascha Hannig Núñez is a Chilean fantasy, terror, and science fiction writer known for her work within the Steampunk literary genre, especially the "Allasneda" mysteries. She is one of the youngest science fiction writers in her country, and the youngest to have published a Steampunk novel in Latin America. She has published works in Spanish, English, Hungarian, Japanese, Mongolian, and German.