Fractured Realms

Fractured Realms
Author: Horrified Press
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2014-06-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 129191370X

Extraordinary people marked 'not normal' come from all different walks of life. For far too long, a shroud of darkness was thrown over those who've had boundless potential to transcend greatness; shunned and cast out through the misjudgment forced upon them. People enduring isolation from being trapped inside their own minds. People labeled with an ASD-Autism Spectrum Disorder. Seeds of greatness cannot be cultivated through judgment and condemnation. Imagine a world never having heard the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart? Never seeing the extraordinary art of Michelangelo? What if Sir Isaac Newton hadn't discovered gravity, and laws of motion that would be relevant 300 years later? And for all the writers out there...were you aware that Lewis Carroll-author of 'Alice in Wonderland'-fell under the umbrella of Autism? So to all of you, who are reading this, ask yourself... "Is Autism a disorder, or is it a gift?" Through their short stories and poetry, a collection of talented authors have tackled that question.

Ragnarok

Ragnarok
Author: Tim Korklewski
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2019-05-30
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1472832825

The end of the Aesir has come, but not as the prophecies foretold. The dread dragon Niddhoggr has devoured the roots of the World Ash, Yggdrasil, and the great tree has toppled onto its side, crashing the realms of mortal and supernatural together. With the gods dead and the fires of ruin consuming the world, your war clan of Viking warriors know what they must do to survive the destruction of the Nine Realms and restore order: they must become the new gods! Ragnarok is a campaign-driven skirmish game in which players form a Viking war clan seeking to prove itself worthy of becoming the new pantheon. The use of a mechanic called Godspark means that battles are no longer determined by merely striking an opponent and dealing damage. Instead, warriors will be pushing, throwing, and crashing their opponents around the battlefield, making their very environment a weapon. As the war clans develop, they may gain glorious new powers that will bring them closer to godhood, or win the respect of the denizens of the realms, allowing them to bring dire wolves, dwarves, and even the dreaded giants into their war clans. With strategic gameplay and epic storytelling, players must write their own sagas and tell of how their war clans have, through blood and steel, clawed their way up from ruin to stand before the halls of Valhalla.

Ragnarok: The Abyss

Ragnarok: The Abyss
Author: Tim Korklewski
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2020-04-30
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1472832892

Ginnungagap, the Gaping Abyss, was once what separated the realms of Ice and Fire, keeping them in balance and sparing the other realms from their ravages. With the Nine Realms shattered, however, Ginnungagap has been left unguarded and unspeakable horrors now await those who wish to cross it. Ragnarok: The Abyss includes new scenarios for Ragnarok as well as new monsters to vanquish in glorious battle. New mechanics introduce something once barely recognised by war clans – Fear – and present entirely new challenges for them to overcome in the telling of their sagas.

On the Verge of Madness

On the Verge of Madness
Author: George Wilhite
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2008-06-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1435719654

Spinetinglers.com has given this collection of Supernatural Horror Fiction a four star review and shortlisted it for its 2009 Book of the Year! In the lead-off novella, "Victor Chaldean and the Portal," the title character has grown frustrated and desperate in his attempts to solve the mysterious disappearance of his wife. When he begins having strange visions, he accepts the aid of a psychologist studying the paranormal. This leads him on a journey of discovery and arcane knowledge of realms beyond the simple realities of life and death. The novella is followed by seven stories, all of them finding their protagonists "On the Verge of Madness" . . .

The Mapping of New Spain

The Mapping of New Spain
Author: Barbara E. Mundy
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2000-12
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780226550978

To learn about its territories in the New World, Spain commissioned a survey of Spanish officials in Mexico between 1578 and 1584, asking for local maps as well as descriptions of local resources, history, and geography. In The Mapping of New Spain, Barbara Mundy illuminates both the Amerindian (Aztec, Mixtec, and Zapotec) and the Spanish traditions represented in these maps and traces the reshaping of indigene world views in the wake of colonization. "Its contribution to its specific field is both significant and original. . . . It is a pure pleasure to read." —Sabine MacCormack, Isis "Mundy has done a fine job of balancing the artistic interpretation of the maps with the larger historical context within which they were drawn. . . . This is an important work." —John F. Schwaller, Sixteenth Century Journal "This beautiful book opens a Pandora's box in the most positive sense, for it provokes the reconsideration of several long-held opinions about Spanish colonialism and its effects on Native American culture." —Susan Schroeder, American Historical Review

Ragnarok: The Vanir

Ragnarok: The Vanir
Author: Tim Korklewski
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2019-12-26
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 147283285X

The Aesir are dead, and the Vanir, now uncontested in their divinity, come to claim what is left of the Nine Realms. The war clans must oppose, or align with, these new foes. Ragnarok: The Vanir features new Godsparks that war clans may harness to combat the marauding Vanir, as well as new scenarios, monsters, and options to further develop players' campaigns.

Dimensions Collide: The Quest For Unity

Dimensions Collide: The Quest For Unity
Author: Dan Bune
Publisher: Cadeus Solutions LLC
Total Pages: 167
Release: 2024-07-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Dimensions Collide: Season 2 - The Quest For Unity In the gripping sequel to Dimensions Collide, Neo and Alex embark on a transcendent journey across the multiverse, where shadows of discord threaten to unravel cosmic harmony. With the Devourer pacified, they turn their attention to healing fractured realities and fostering unity among diverse civilizations. As they traverse ethereal landscapes and negotiate with enigmatic beings, Neo and Alex confront adversaries who seek power through manipulation and fear. Guided by a deep understanding of universal laws and the interconnectedness of all life, they wield technology and wisdom to illuminate paths toward reconciliation. From the shimmering towers of the Golden Timeline to the elusive depths of the Shadow Realm, each chapter reveals new alliances and challenges. The duo's quest unveils ancient prophecies of human evolution, catalyzed by cosmic energies that promise both enlightenment and peril. Amidst swirling tides of conflict and cooperation, Neo and Alex champion empathy over aggression, offering advanced knowledge of sustainable nourishment and regenerative medicine to those willing to evolve. Their mission transcends mere survival, resonating with themes of courage, compassion, and the pursuit of higher consciousness. Yet, as they strive for unity, echoes of past battles and dormant darknesses threaten to undermine their efforts. In the climactic chapters, Neo and Alex face their greatest test, confronting the Shadow King's gambit and descending into the depths of darkness itself. Their resolve is tested, but their alliance stands strong, forging a path toward ascension and the realization of a universal prophecy. Dimensions Collide: Season 2 - The Quest For Unity is a visionary odyssey that blends science fiction with spiritual exploration, weaving a tapestry of adventure and introspection. It challenges readers to ponder the nature of existence and the possibilities of cosmic harmony, while celebrating the triumph of unity in the face of adversity.

Nightmare Stalkers & Dream Walkers: volume II

Nightmare Stalkers & Dream Walkers: volume II
Author: Horrified Press
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 166
Release: 2014-07-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1291964177

Nightmare Stalkers & Dream Walkers attempts to invade the dream world, bringing back the weirdest and most terrifying tidbits-all for the amusement of the reader. The authors in these pages have dared to draw from their dream worlds, beating a path through the wilderness of the human subconscious in order to take us to places better left unexplored. But that's okay. Fiction can't hurt us. Neither can dreams. This much we know. We believe it. And yet, somehow, fear lingers, because we cannot be sure... Can we ever fully trust the hidden part of ourselves that seems to have a life of its own? Can we ever feel one hundred percent comfortable with those elusive shadows that flit in and out of our minds, leaving no trace in our memory? We can't help but wonder about dreams... What are they...? -Lindsey Beth Goddard: Author of Quick Fix: A Taste of Terror

X3

X3
Author: Thirteen O'Clock Press
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2015-09-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1326408690

X3 is a diverse and intriguing collection of stories which are weird, unclassifiable and experimental... dive into this eclectic mix and enjoy a wide range of stories from Thirteen's impressive authors who raided their archives for unpublished extraordinary tales - and look out for more editions soon.

Wars of the Age of Louis XIV, 1650-1715

Wars of the Age of Louis XIV, 1650-1715
Author: Cathal J. Nolan
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 654
Release: 2008-07-30
Genre: History
ISBN: 0313359202

Dominated by the ambitions of France's King Louis XIV, Europe in the years 1650-1715 witnessed a series of wars from which emerged many of the theories, practices, and technologies that characterize modern warfare. During this period, European armies evolved modern ideas of army organization and military leadership, as well as modern views of campaign strategy and battle tactics. As European soldiers and colonists moved into Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas, the practice or influence of their military techniques and ideas also affected wars fought in those places. In this volume's 1000 plus entries, an award-winning author of reference works on international relations and war describes and defines important events, technologies, and individuals from this seminal period of global military history.