Fantasy og science fiction

The second volume in an extraordinary collection published shortly after the author's death. In these twenty-three stories, Asimov's vivid awareness of the potential of technology is translated into human dilemmas.

When the foul-tempered Princess Alexia is captured by the Cult of Diablos, the Shadow Garden takes the stage, assaulting the cult’s hidden base. Crossing swords with the kidnapper, Cid gets the chance to make his true debut as an eminence in shadow (and show off his totally awesome secret technique). As the attack lights up the night sky over the capital, all will know of the hidden powers that lurk in the darkness!

Still Waters Run Deep​Cayna’s life following her recent move to the countryside with her adopted daughter, Luka, is both peaceful yet eventful. One day, Cayna takes a trip to Felskeilo with Luka, Roxine the maid, and Lytt, the local innkeeper’s daughter, in tow to check out the royal capital’s River Festival. When they arrive, however, Cayna receivesword from a nearby Guardian that another Guardian Tower is running out of MP and needs Cayna’s help. There’s just one catch—the tower takes the form of a gargantuan whale! To make matters worse, the festival Cayna and her crew came to enjoy may be in danger… because the whale in question is swimming in that very river!

"Within the world of Aadilor, there is a hidden place called the Thief Kingdom, where both magic and pleasure abound. There, the Mousai, a trio of deadly sorceresses bound by oath and blood, use their powers to protect the kingdom's treasures. Niya Bassette brings the potent gift of dance to the Mousai, but behind her tempting twirls, she carries a heavy secret--that the infamous pirate lord, Alåos Ezra, has been threatening to exploit for years. Now banished from the Thief Kingdom for smuggling, Alåos resurfaces in Niya's life with a plot to hold her hostage, leveraging what he knows to extort a pardon from the Thief King. But Niya makes her own deal with Alåos to guard her secret and guarantee her freedom--yet in doing so binds herself aboard his pirate ship, where she must navigate deadly waters, a bloodthirsty crew, and her own traitorous heart. Soon, a simmering attraction between her and Alåos threatens their delicate truce and makes for a tumultuous ride on the open seas. Far from her kingdom, Niya is entangled in a dangerous dance indeed. Welcome to the world of Aadilor, where dark deeds can mask noble hearts and the most alluring of sways often ends with a burn. Care for a spin?"--Page [4] of cover.

Welsh Monsters & Mythical Beasts is a lushly illustrated guide to Welsh monsters, looking at dragons, fairies and elves. C.C.J. Ellis' artwork is rich in detail and colour and brings the creatures of this compendium to life. Illustration is accompanied by researched text and story, and this new edition also includes a Welsh language guide so that each of the creatures might be known by their original Welsh names. You may have heard of the Red Dragon (Draig Goch) featured on the national flag of Wales, but have you heard of the Water Leaper (Llamhigyn Y Dwr) or of the Mary White (Mari Lwyd)? Ellis aims to re-introduce the beasts of Welsh myth and legend to the world and bring a touch of Wales to your shelves. - 9x9 edition featuring a new Welsh language guide, a new cover, and an extra illustration- perfect for those folklore, mythology, and legend aficionados- collectors of regional books will be delighted with this edition

Written in 1928, H.P. Lovecraft¿s The Call of Cthulhu defined the ancient gods as dark creatures who came from the stars and ruled the world before mankind. When these ancient ones awaken, humanity is plagued by a nightmare of terrors etched upon an epic backdrop. The author¿s concept deeply redefined the horror story with this thrilling, dense mystery that spawned a virtual genre.The artist Gary Gianni and designer Marcelo Anciano both felt that Lovecraft¿s short story presented an opportunity to visually expand the Cthulhu Mythos and push the boundaries of illustrated books. Intense and fast-paced, the tale enabled them to explore graphic storytelling and illustrate the text in a unique way. It was a personal project for Gianni, who drew upon his decades of experience in illustrating numerous books and graphic novels.The Call of Cthulhu, as illustrated by Gary Gianni, is a fusion of cinematic design, the graphic novel and illustrated books. Over a hundred finished pencil drawings with color pieces enhance and bring to life the work of two visionaries¿Lovecraft and Gianni¿in an extraordinary feat of storytelling and art.

Pencil and Ink is a new collection of Frank Chös personal works that focuses primarily on his exceptional pencil and ink drawings. Filled with over 120 pieces from the last two decades, it contains works not published in Frank¿s previous book, The Art of Frank Cho. This companion title features his most recent ballpoint-pen women, nudes, sketches and studies of the figure. This reveal Frank¿s passion for the human form, crosshatching and the line as well as his love of storytelling. Also included are recent Sherlock Holmes and monster drawings, along with Jungle Queen commissions done over the years. With a wide range of both completed and unfinished creations, this collection gives you the opportunity to view the artist¿s craft through its many stages. A few pieces include both the completed and preliminary work to show Frank¿s thought process when making his visions.Featuring a new fifty-question interview, this book also answers many of the questions frequently asked by Frank¿s followers and fans. A self-taught artist, he offers advice to those starting out in the industry by sharing his own experience and disclosing information about what inspires his process. Frank also answers intimate questions and shares new insight on how he transitioned to becoming a professional in the field.

Ten astronauts. An imposter determined to kill them all. Welcome to the deadliest spaceship of all time.

Can a single slime build the ideal society? Find the answer in this deluxe set of the hit isekai adventure manga, containing Vol. 1-6 in a premium box, plus an exclusive set of puffy stickers!Mikami's middle age hasn't gone as he planned: He never found a girlfriend, he got stuck in a dead-end job, and he was abruptly stabbed to death in the street at 37. So when he wakes up in a new world straight out of a fantasy RPG, he's disappointed but not exactly surprised to find that he's facing down a dragon, not as a knight or a wizard but as a blind slime demon. But there are chances for even a slime to become a hero, and maybe even build a country where the rejects and outcasts can find a place to belong… This isekai sensation has an anime with new episodes on Funimation and Crunchyroll, and this box set matches the storyline of the anime, following part 1 of Season 1, so you can read along as you watch!

In this dark fantasy tale, an accident transports Soya to a parallel worldfilled withdanger and mystery. On his quest to explore this uncharted land,he encounters agaggle of quirky friends, like Mysranica, the god ofdeception and secrecy, and a pair ofelf sisters banished from their foresthome. Before he knows it, Soya is making rogueadventurers eat lead, beatingup petty nobles, and taking on dungeons where deathlurks around everycorner!

Ah, summer. The season to bask in the beauty of swimsuits at the pool orthe beach.At least, thatΓÇÖs what IsseiΓÇÖs hoping for when he tagsalong with Rias on her trip hometo the underworld. However, what awaits himisnΓÇÖt half-naked babes, but a hellishtraining regimen concocted byAzazel, the fallen angel teacher!

After surviving the hellish urban warfare in Arene, the members of the203rd Battalionare ordered to move on to their next assignment-in the rear!But the Republican Armyis waiting for them there and now has a bone to pickwith the hated Devil of the Rhine.The Republicans put up quite the fight inArene, and the threat they pose now isgreater than ever before..

"If Mooncakes were a spell, it would be a housewarming charm that settles with care into the softest parts of a home and makes the houseplants grow. I wish I could live inside this book." - New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuistonA story of love and demons, family and witchcraft, now in a deluxe collector's edition! Nova Huang knows more about magic than your average teen witch. She works at her grandmothers' bookshop, where she helps them loan out spell books and investigate any supernatural occurrences in their New England town. One fateful night, she follows reports of a white wolf into the woods, and she comes across the unexpected: her childhood crush, Tam Lang, battling a horse demon in the woods. As a genderqueer werewolf, Tam has been wandering from place to place for years, unable to call any town home. Pursued by dark forces eager to claim the magic of wolves and out of options, Tam turns to Nova for help. Their latent feelings are rekindled against the backdrop of witchcraft, untested magic, occult rituals, and family ties both new and old in this enchanting tale of self-discovery. 2019 Goodreads Choice Award Finalist 2019 Cybils Award Finalist 2020 Hugo Award Nominee A 2020 ALA Rainbow Top Ten Book

“MY ONLY CRIME WAS LOVING YOU…”​Aristia la Monique was the child of prophecy, raised to be the companion of the future emperor—until she wasn’t. When the actual child of prophecy appears on the palace grounds, Aristia is immediately cast aside by both fiancé and country and forced to watch as Jieun is handed the love, future, and throne that was supposed to be hers. Her only reward for a lifetime of obedience is death…or rather, a second chance at life! When she unexpectedly wakes up in her ten-year-old body, Aristia resolves to escape the shackles of prophecy no matter the odds. This time, she’ll take fate into her own hands!

A witch with a side hustle.Star needs another paying gig while she finishes up witch training. Why not at a funeral home? It fits her goth image, and the funeral director is sort of hot...even if he does wear a suit and tie.The job seems perfect, until Star discovers one of their accidental death clients didn't die accidentally.Before she knows it, she's neck-deep in paranormal intrigue and her completely human, way-too-nice-for-his-own-good boss is right there with her.

"As Mother rallies her forces to wipe out the resistance, our heroes meet an old friend who reveals the untold secrets of the universe. With the fate of all things handing in the balance, who will remain standing when the forces of magic and technology collide?"--Provided by publisher.