The Goddess of Crime and Other Stories

The Goddess of Crime and Other Stories
Author: Michael La Ronn
Publisher: Author Level Up LLC
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2024-10-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Ten page-turning science fiction & fantasy short stories from Michael La Ronn, one of the most prolific science fiction & fantasy authors of his generation. With over 100 books to his name, Michael La Ronn debuts his award-winning short fiction in this groundbreaking new series. From forgotten goddesses to magical uncles to dark apocalyptic adventures, Strange Stories showcases La Ronn's vivid world-building, quirky humor, and unforgettable characters. In the lead story, “The Goddess of Crime,” a goddess arrives in a crime-ridden city to collect a dark tribute from her subjects, only to uncover something far more sinister. This story, featured in the Hidden Villains: Betrayed anthology, earned Silver Honorable Mention in the Writers of the Future Contest. Each story brims with thrills, strange twists, and haunting beauty, topped off by an exclusive behind-the-scenes author's note. But that’s not all—readers also get a Strange Stories exclusive: the Encore story. This daring, genre-bending bonus tale ties together the worlds, characters, and stories of the collection in a mind-bending finale you won’t see coming. Stories included in this volume: • The Goddess of Crime • The Goddess of Justice • Hangin’ with Uncle Funky • All Hallowed Roads • Return to Exodus Ranch • Alone in Naked Greed • Almost Dawn • Maybe Now the Stars Will Shine • Quick—Only a Fool Would Say That! • One Last Thing Before We Dock • (Bonus) Encore No. 1 Get ready to stay up late with these strange and captivating tales. V1.0

Danger! And Other Stories

Danger! And Other Stories
Author: Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher: Namaskar Books
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2024-10-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Prepare yourself for an exhilarating ride through the thrilling world of Arthur Conan Doyle with ""Danger! And Other Stories."" This collection is a treasure trove of suspense, adventure, and the unexpected twists that only Doyle can deliver. As you delve into these captivating tales, you'll encounter a range of characters—each facing peril in the most intriguing ways. Doyle’s masterful storytelling shines through, blending mystery with rich narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats. But here's the burning question that will draw you in: What lengths will one go to confront danger? Can courage triumph over fear when the stakes are at their highest? From eerie encounters to heart-stopping suspense, each story is crafted to challenge your senses and provoke your imagination. Doyle’s deft hand weaves themes of bravery, morality, and the unpredictability of life into every page. Are you ready to face the unknown in ""Danger! And Other Stories""? This is your chance to embrace adventure and suspense. Will you take the plunge into the captivating world of danger and intrigue? Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of literary history. Purchase ""Danger! And Other Stories"" now, and let the excitement unfold!

The Children's Hour

The Children's Hour
Author: Cristina Pantoja-Hidalgo
Publisher: UP Press
Total Pages: 154
Release: 2007
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9789715425414

New fiction anthology of stories abuot childhood.

Inside the World of Comic Books

Inside the World of Comic Books
Author: Jeffery Klaehn
Publisher: Black Rose Books Ltd.
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2007
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 9781551642963

From gutter business to art form, an engaging, provocative look at all things comic book.

Mosquito and Other Stories

Mosquito and Other Stories
Author: Mitra
Publisher: Penguin Books India
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2009
Genre:
ISBN: 9780143063902

Ghana-Da'S Bizarre Narratives Draw Upon Science, History And Geography To Conjure Up Exotic Locales, Other Worlds And Peoples, Their Habits, Lifestyles And Languages. Mosquito And Other Stories Brings Together Twelve Of Premendra Mitra&Rsquo;S Most Popular Ghana-Da Tales. These Stories Within Stories, Told In First Person By One Of The Denizens Of The Mess Hall, Straddle The Thin Line Between Make-Believe And Truth. Ghana-Da&Rsquo;S Bizarre Narratives Draw Upon Science, History And Geography To Conjure Up Exotic Locales, Other Worlds And Peoples, Their Habits, Lifestyles And Languages. In &Lsquo;Mosquito&Rsquo; Ghana-Da Saves Mankind From A New And Deadly Breed Of The Insect; In &Lsquo;Pebble&Rsquo; We Find Him Trading In Sandalwood In The New Hebrides; &Lsquo;Glass&Rsquo; And &Lsquo;Duck&Rsquo; Explore Nuclear Science; In &Lsquo;Hole&Rsquo; He Tells His Spellbound Audience About The Fourth Dimension; And In &Lsquo;Hat&Rsquo; He Is Dragged Over Mount Everest By A Runaway Yeti. And That&Rsquo;S Just The Beginning&Hellip; These Accounts Of Travel And Heroism, Born Of Wild Imagination And Sound Knowledge, Make The Teller And His Tales Simply Irresistible.

The World's Work

The World's Work
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 770
Release: 1908
Genre: American literature
ISBN:

A history of our time.

Tilled Earth

Tilled Earth
Author: Manjushree Thapa
Publisher: Penguin Books India
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2007
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780143102649

Startlingly Original And Closely Observed Stories That Capture The Dynamism And Diversity Of Nepali Society In A Time Of Great Flux In Tilled Earth Several Compressed, Poetic And Deeply Evocative Micro-Stories Offer Fleeting Glimpses Of Small, Private Dramas Of People Caught Midlife: An Elderly Woodworker Loses His Way In A Modern Kathmandu Neighbourhood; A Homesick Expatriate Nurses A Hangover; A Clerk At The Ministry Of Home Affairs Learns To Play Solitaire On The Computer; A Young Man Is Drawn To Politics Against His Better Judgement; A Child Steals Her Classmate S Book . . . The Longer Stories In The Collection, Too, Span A Wide Course, Taking Subjects From Rural And Urban Nepal As Well As From The Nepali Diaspora Abroad. In Tilled Earth A Young Woman Goes To Seattle As A Student, And Finds Herself Becoming An Illegal Alien. Love Marriage Is An Inner Narration By A Young Man Who Defying Family Pressure Falls In Love With A Woman Of The Wrong Caste. In The Buddha In The Earth-Touching Posture , A Retired Secretary Visits The Buddha S Birthplace, Lumbini, Only To Find His Deepest Insecurities Exposed. With Their Unexpected, Inventive Forms, These Stories Reveal The Author S Deep Love Of Language And Commitment To Craft. Manjushree Thapa Pushes The Styles Of Her Stories To Match The Distinctiveness Of Their Content, Emerging Confidently As A Skilled Innovator And Formalist.