Jarren and Reyna

Jarren and Reyna
Author: L.E. Harrison
Publisher:
Total Pages: 275
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A Guardian's protection. A beast's redemption. Caught between two worlds when her true nature is revealed, only his love can save her. JARREN: My name is Jarren Maxwell. Six years ago, I left the dimension of Blackwater Hills and have been living in the strange land of ordinary humans ever since. Staying away from the tribe in the quiet town of Ashland, Maine has helped heal the scars left by my abusive father. But the past catches up to me when Reyna Singleton, the daughter of the fearsome pack leader, decides to pay a surprise visit. When Reyna is attacked by unknown assailants, my Guardian powers awaken, and I realize she is hiding a dangerous secret only I can protect her from. REYNA: I am Reyna Singelton, the firstborn of the Merula and his witch lifemate - half descended from Corvus the beast god, half a daughter of Venefica the witch goddess. I'm also the first female of the tribe gifted with the power of transformation. It's a secret I have told no one, not even the two men closest to me. But my beast is getting stronger and harder to suppress. Jarren and Tristan suspect something is not quite right. To make matters worse, I think someone from my mother’s old coven is trying to kill me. This story is set in the world of the Children of Corvus, who are a tribe of shapeshifters descended from Corvus, the god of all beasts. They live hidden beneath the Great Shield, in the wild forest of northern Maine, USA. Some of the tribe have been gifted with the power to change into the creature known as Bestiae. Others have been given the magical powers of a Guardian, and serve as priests who protect the true sons of Corvus. The New Order of Corvus is a brand new series that begins eighteen years after The Children of Corvus trilogy.

Jarren and Reyna

Jarren and Reyna
Author: L. E. Harrison
Publisher: New Order of Corvus
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-06-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A Guardian's protection. A beast's redemption. Caught between two worlds when her true nature is revealed, only his love can save her. JARREN: My name is Jarren Maxwell. Six years ago, I left the dimension of Blackwater Hills and have been living in the strange land of ordinary humans ever since. Staying away from the tribe in the quiet town of Ashland, Maine has helped heal the scars left by my abusive father. But the past catches up to me when Reyna Singleton, the daughter of the fearsome pack leader, decides to pay a surprise visit. When Reyna is attacked by unknown assailants, my Guardian powers awaken, and I realize she is hiding a dangerous secret only I can protect her from. REYNA: I am Reyna Singelton, the firstborn of the Merula and his witch lifemate - half descended from Corvus the beast god, half a daughter of Venefica the witch goddess. I'm also the first female of the tribe gifted with the power of transformation. It's a secret I have told no one, not even the two men closest to me. But my beast is getting stronger and harder to suppress. Jarren and Tristan suspect something is not quite right. To make matters worse, I think someone from my mother's old coven is trying to kill me. This story is set in the world of the Children of Corvus, who are a tribe of shapeshifters descended from Corvus, the god of all beasts. They live hidden beneath the Great Shield, in the wild forest of northern Maine, USA. Some of the tribe have been gifted with the power to change into the creature known as Bestiae. Others have been given the magical powers of a Guardian, and serve as priests who protect the true sons of Corvus. The New Order of Corvus begins eighteen years after The Children of Corvus trilogy.

Julian Cato and the Four Immortals

Julian Cato and the Four Immortals
Author: L.E. Harrison
Publisher: Crossroad Press
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2024-11-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1637891040

An immortal diviner must navigate the multi-verse, as she joins forces with a Time Guardian to save her siblings from the clutches of a diabolical warlock wanted for crimes against spacetime in forty-two dimensions. Rainey El-Sullivan is a card-reader known as the Seer of Blandytown. She lives in an antique farmhouse in Monotheiston, DM-1, where technology is outlawed and superstition reigns. She is immortal, due to a vaccine given to her at birth by her father—the notorious doctor and Time Commander Carron Sullivan. Although she has been alive for 126 years, Rainey’s body has been genetically programmed to cease the aging process at age twenty-five. She agreed to be the caretaker of the family home, but after spending a hundred years in a territory deprived of modern advancements and forward-thinking, she has grown lonely and yearns for a more adventurous existence. Julian Cato is a Time Guardian in the employ of Commander Sullivan. Time Guardians are immortal, highly trained specialty soldiers capable of navigating all 55 dimensions in the MDV (Multi-Dimension-Verse). They are the keepers of time and technology for humanity, but are mostly hidden and incognito. On some dimensions, they are believed to be mythical. When Julian unexpectedly shows up on her doorstep with amnesia, Rainey has no choice but to return him to her father on the Outer-Dimensional Station. The Commander sends her on a mission to babysit Julian as he apprehends an escaped Gilladragon, and Rainey tries to resist her growing attraction to the handsome Time Guardian. Before they can complete the mission, they inadvertently rouse the enmity of Tony Molinaro—a fugitive warlock who wants to capture the dinosaur-like creature and use its godly powers for his own nefarious purposes. Tony kidnaps Rainey and her three siblings, threatening to kill them if the Commander does not give in to his demands. Can Rainey survive a deadly chase through spacetime and the fifty-five dimensions, while attempting to help Julian repair his fragmented psyche? Or will the warlock’s diabolical magic destroy her family and everything she holds dear?

Merula

Merula
Author: L.E. Harrison
Publisher:
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2017-09-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

What if you’re a shapeshifter, but don't know it? Book two in the award-winning contemporary fantasy trilogy about a tribe of shapeshifters in northern Maine, USA. On a cold October morning in Blackwater Hills, Samuel Singleton steps outside to do his morning chores and is whisked through a portal into the domain of the witch goddess known as the Shadowlands. On a cold October evening, Cadie Maxwell, a priestess newly sworn to the Sacred Order, follows what she believes is the will of the gods and flees the only home she has ever known on a quest to find the truth about Corvus's Sacred Law—a law that demands that every male cursed with shapeshifting powers must be executed. Cadie arrives in a small town called Ashland. There she meets Jonathan and Sarina Lance, who are desperate to locate their missing father, best-selling novelist J. Lance Sr.. On a mission to rescue J. Lance Sr., Cadie guides the outsiders through the Great Shield, a powerful force field that protects her homeland. But instead of the missing novelist, Cadie finds her childhood friend, Samuel delirious and showing signs of suffering from the blood madness. Can she save Samuel’s life, and get her friends safely back to Ashland while exposing the corruption within the priesthood, forswearing her holy vows, and uncovering the truth about her gods and her tribe? One of ReadFreely's 50 Best Indie Books. An IHIBRP 5-Star Recommended Read. Winner of the Virtual Fantasy Con Award for Best Dark Fantasy.

Corvus

Corvus
Author: L.E. Harrison
Publisher:
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2018-04-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

A witch and a son of Corvus must combine their powers to defeat the witch goddess and save the souls of the Merulas trapped in the Shadowlands. As host of the newscast, The Scoop At Five: Live!, Catriona Remington prefers to show the world a brave face. Inside she's barely keeping it together, worrying over the fates of Sarina and Jonathan Lance, who are trapped in the dimension of Blackwater Hills. When she receives disturbing news from the senior Medicus of Blackwater castle, Catriona enlists J. Lance Sr.'s help to infiltrate the dimension of the children of Corvus and aid her friends. But an irresistible attraction to Samuel Singleton, the newly crowned leader of the tribe, awakens a power she's been suppressing since leaving the coven. When Catriona follows Samuel into the Shadowlands, she finds herself at the mercy of the witch goddess and her demons. To save his father's spirit and protect his mate, Samuel must learn to embrace his power and his duty to his tribe as the Merula. He must also learn to accept Bestiae—the god-like part of himself he can't control. Can Catriona be the bridge that ends the feud between the children of Corvus and the daughters of Venefica? Or will her presence in Blackwater Hills irreparably damage the Balance and provoke the wrath of the Raven of Otherworld? Book three in the award-winning contemporary fantasy trilogy about a tribe of shapeshifters in northern Maine, USA. An IHIBRP 5-Star Recommended Read.

From the Uncollected Thoughts of

From the Uncollected Thoughts of
Author: L.E. Harrison
Publisher:
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2019-05-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Revised and updated! Featuring four new, never before published works, this edition of L.E. Harrison's poetry and short story collection features the edited text of the previous edition, along with commentary from the author. L.E. Harrison’s poetry and short story collection spans four decades of writing and publishing. It begins in 1983 with the poem, SHADOW (written when she was fifteen), and ends in 2019 with A WRITER’S LAMENT. KNOWLEDGE OF THE GODS was written in 1997 as an homage to horror writer, Stephen King. The stories I and FAST FORWARD/REWIND reflect collective, as well as individual, spiritual journeys. The stories NINE DAYS, GUILLOTINE, DELUSIONS GRANDER, and THE OTHER ARTHUR: PART ONE blend dark humor and magic realism with touches of surrealism. Each poem is a snapshot of a thought, an exploration of an idea, or a deeply personal attempt to answer a universal question. This collection is an intimate look into the mind and heart of one of the most unique voices of a generation. Reviews: John J. Rinck 5.0 out of 5 stars Tha-thump, tha-thump, tha-thump... March 27, 2013 Format: Paperback Verified Purchase This collection of "uncollected" thoughts gives a rare glimpse of the birth and evolution of an artist. Composed of three parts, one for each self-defined era of her life, LE Harrison evolves from a young, poetic writer with a skeptical yet hopeful view of the world, to an older and wiser sage that still clings to hope, though seems now to have figured out that much of her skepticism was in many ways well perceived. In "Rainbows", written in 1984, the author shows an insight into her early skeptical view of the world with the line "Artists that bloom with a song in their midst capture the feelings I know don't exist." Yet by the time she writes "I", many years later, she seems to acknowledge the important role of artistic expression, though going not so far as to condone its true motivations. However, this is not a book to read linearly or all at once, nor is there a defined pattern. The true beauty of this collection lies in the ability to be able to randomly flip through the book and be able to have your mood set by whatever page you land on. You will question mankind in "I", and will laugh at mankind in "Nine Days". You will see yourself in this book, even if you don't at first realize it.

Blackbird

Blackbird
Author: L.E. Harrison
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Forced to choose between obeying her instincts or the laws of her tribe, is she willing to risk everything for the man she loves? BLACKBIRD is the first book in the compelling contemporary fantasy trilogy about a tribe of shapeshifters who dwell deep within the inhospitable forest of northern Maine USA, in an hidden dimension known as Blackwater Hills. Protected by the Great Shield, the tribe lives united in their love and reverence for the god, Corvus. The god of beasts had once bestowed a sacred gift, the ability to transform into the divine entity known as Bestiae, upon the males of this tribe. But generations of inbreeding with ordinary humans has caused the gift to become diluted and corrupted. The power of transformation has not been completely eliminated, however. What remains triggers a curse the Sacred Order calls the blood madness.Corvus's Sacred Law proclaims that in order to ensure the safety of the tribe and guarantee that the blood madness will not be passed on to future generations, any male found guilty of having the curse must be executed. Michael Singleton and Alena Andrick must fight to overcome the curse of the Beast God, while trying to escape the death sentence imposed by the Sacred Order. From the Back Cover: There is a world that exists within the world we think we know. There are gods who stay hidden from all but their descendants. One such group has lived for centuries in an isolated region of the northern Maine forest. Their surroundings are wild and harsh, a reflection of their father and creator Corvus the Beast God. Ten years after departing this world, Michael Singleton returns to the valley nestled along the Blackwater River. Michael suffers from a rare disease, the curse of his tribe. Because of this curse, Michael's soul will be damned to wander the Shadowlands, the domain of the Witch Goddess, for eternity. To escape this fate, Michael must unlock the spell that opens the portal to Corvus's kingdom, the Otherworld. It is a secret known to only one man, the powerful Guardian of the Dead. Michael is convinced that if he can invoke the spell and travel through the portal, he will finally be rid of his painful, debilitating torment. He cannot believe his luck when he stumbles upon the key in the form of Alena Andrick. Alena is the only child of the Guardian of the Dead. Her safe and predictable life studying to follow in her father's footsteps, is turned upside-down when she meets Michael at the Solstice celebration. Alena is inexplicably drawn to the handsome, charismatic stranger. But when Michael is arrested and accused of murdering the Captain of the Guard, Alena is forced to choose between obeying her instincts or the laws of her people.

Terraformer

Terraformer
Author: Colleen Houck
Publisher: Trident E-Book Distribution Services
Total Pages: 334
Release: 2024-07-31
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 147560713X

A new dystopian sci-fi YA series from the New York Times bestselling author Colleen Houck. Warning all Astronauts: COLONY BOUNDARY WARNING! PERMISSION TO ENTER ALIEN FOREST IS REQUIRED NOTE: NO RESCUE ATTEMPTS WILL BE MADE In the future, a terraforming ship lands on a perfectly green planet. Two perfect young men, one a budding colony leader, the other an engineer, compete for the affection of one perfect young woman training as a botanist. The only problem? She’s not perfect. Astra has a secret. And someone or some thing just maybe trying to kill her for it. Deadly toxins can be hidden inside the most beautiful flowers. That’s what Astra Meador’s famous biophysicist mother taught her. As her mother’s apprentice, Astra has developed skills in botany, chemistry, medicine, and, most importantly, in keeping secrets. In fact keeping Astra’s secret was the reason her family decided to leave the Earth and join a terraforming mission to colonize a distant planet called Crillain IV. But when Astra wakes early from hypersleep, she discovers that her mother never made it onboard, her father died in transit and his body has been ejected from the ship, and she suspects that she’s not the only one awake. When the ship finally lands and she’s reunited with her brother, Nash, Astra hopes to settle into a new life, especially when she meets the charming young engineer, Jax, and is recruited by the mission commander to train alongside his handsome son to be a future leader of the small colony. Then Astra learns that she’s not the only one with a dark secret. As both young men contend for her affection, Astra searches for answers, trying to determine who to trust. But with theft and murder occurring in the colony along with the sudden disappearance of her beloved brother, Astra can’t listen to the whisperings of her heart, especially when someone or something else on the planet is whispering to her mind even louder.

Wacky Packages

Wacky Packages
Author: The Topps Company
Publisher: ABRAMS
Total Pages: 253
Release: 2015-01-01
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 1613122586

Take a fun look back at Quacker Oats, Blisterine, and more classic packaging parodies—plus an interview with creator Art Spiegelman! Known affectionately among collectors as “Wacky Packs,” the Topps stickers that parodied well-known consumer brands were a phenomenon in the 1970s—even outselling the Topps Company’s baseball cards for a while. But few know that the genius behind it all was none other than Art Spiegelman—the Pulitzer Prize–winning graphic novelist who created Maus. This treasury includes an interview with Spiegelman about his early career and his decades-long relationship with the memorabilia company—as well as a colorful compendium that will bring back memories of such products as Plastered Peanuts, Jail-O, Weakies cereal, and many more. Illustrated by notable comics artists Kim Deitch, Bill Griffith, Jay Lynch, Norm Saunders, and more, this collection is a visual treat, a load of laughs, and a tribute to a beloved product that’s been delighting kids (and adults) for decades.

Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation

Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2011-07-29
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0309159687

In order for the United States to maintain the global leadership and competitiveness in science and technology that are critical to achieving national goals, we must invest in research, encourage innovation, and grow a strong and talented science and technology workforce. Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation explores the role of diversity in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce and its value in keeping America innovative and competitive. According to the book, the U.S. labor market is projected to grow faster in science and engineering than in any other sector in the coming years, making minority participation in STEM education at all levels a national priority. Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation analyzes the rate of change and the challenges the nation currently faces in developing a strong and diverse workforce. Although minorities are the fastest growing segment of the population, they are underrepresented in the fields of science and engineering. Historically, there has been a strong connection between increasing educational attainment in the United States and the growth in and global leadership of the economy. Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation suggests that the federal government, industry, and post-secondary institutions work collaboratively with K-12 schools and school systems to increase minority access to and demand for post-secondary STEM education and technical training. The book also identifies best practices and offers a comprehensive road map for increasing involvement of underrepresented minorities and improving the quality of their education. It offers recommendations that focus on academic and social support, institutional roles, teacher preparation, affordability and program development.