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Tales of Nevèrÿon
by Samuel R. DelanyThe world of a barbarous alien empire ruled by primal brutality, intrigue and fear. A world of bizarre paradoxes, powerful mysteries and sexual abandon. The world of Gorgik, thick-hewn mine slave whose prowess defies the mighty.
Tales of Nevèrÿon (Return to Nevèrÿon #1)
by Samuel R. DelanyHugo and Nebula Award–winning author Samuel R. Delany&’s epic fantasy—the first in a series—explores power, gender, and the nature of civilization. A boy of the bustling, colorful docks of port Kolhari, during a political coup, fifteen-year-old Gorgik, once his parents are killed, is taken a slave and transported to the government obsidian mines at the foot of the Faltha mountains. When, in the savagely primitive land of Nevèrÿon, finally he wins his freedom, Gorgik is ready to lead a rebellion against the rulers of this barely civilized land. His is the through-story that, now in the background, now in the foreground, connects these first five stories, in Tales of Nevèrÿon—and, indeed, all the eleven stories, novellas, and novels that comprise Delany&’s epic fantasy series, Return to Nevèrÿon, where we can watch civilization first develop money, writing, labor, and that grounding of all civilizations since: capital itself. In these sagas of barbarism, new knowledge, and sex, you&’ll find far more than in most sword-and-sorcery. They are an epic feat of language, an ironic analysis of the foundations of civilization, and a reminder that no weapon is more powerful than a well-honed legend. This &“eminently readable and gorgeously entertaining&” (The Washington Post Book World) novel reads &“as if Umberto Eco had written about Conan the Barbarian&” (USA Today). This ebook features an illustrated biography of Samuel R. Delany including rare images from his early career.
Tales of Nevèrÿon (Return to Nevèrÿon #1)
by Samuel R. DelanyHugo and Nebula Award–winning author Samuel R. Delany&’s epic fantasy—the first in a series—explores power, gender, and the nature of civilization. A boy of the bustling, colorful docks of port Kolhari, during a political coup, fifteen-year-old Gorgik, once his parents are killed, is taken a slave and transported to the government obsidian mines at the foot of the Faltha mountains. When, in the savagely primitive land of Nevèrÿon, finally he wins his freedom, Gorgik is ready to lead a rebellion against the rulers of this barely civilized land. His is the through-story that, now in the background, now in the foreground, connects these first five stories, in Tales of Nevèrÿon—and, indeed, all the eleven stories, novellas, and novels that comprise Delany&’s epic fantasy series, Return to Nevèrÿon, where we can watch civilization first develop money, writing, labor, and that grounding of all civilizations since: capital itself. In these sagas of barbarism, new knowledge, and sex, you&’ll find far more than in most sword-and-sorcery. They are an epic feat of language, an ironic analysis of the foundations of civilization, and a reminder that no weapon is more powerful than a well-honed legend. This &“eminently readable and gorgeously entertaining&” (The Washington Post Book World) novel reads &“as if Umberto Eco had written about Conan the Barbarian&” (USA Today). This ebook features an illustrated biography of Samuel R. Delany including rare images from his early career.
Tales of Old Earth: Stories
by Bruce Sterling Michael SwanwickA collection of nineteen short stories from the Nebula and Hugo Award-winning author of The Iron Dragon's Daughter and Stations of the Tide Written over the course of a decade, Tales from Old Earth contains nineteen masterful pieces of short fiction--including the Hugo Award-winning stories "The Very Pulse of the Machine" and "Scherzo with Tyrannosaur;" the World Fantasy Award-winning novella "Radio Waves;" Hugo Award finalists "The Dead," "Radiant Doors," and "Wild Minds;" and World Fantasy Award finalist "The Changeling's Tale"--as well as an introduction by Bruce Sterling. From pure fantasy to hard science fiction, this finely crafted collection from one of the greatest science fiction writers of his generation promises to stretch readers' minds far beyond ordinary limits. These tales are guaranteed to delight and are an excellent introduction to this highly praised author.
Tales of Omar: The Reaver Road and The Hunters' Haunt (Tales of Omar #1)
by Dave DuncanA traveling storyteller journeys into misadventures in this complete humorous fantasy series by the author of the Seventh Sword series.The Reaver Road Omar is the world&’s greatest storyteller, captivating audiences everywhere, from the fires of soldier camps to the plush residences of nobility. Prophetic dreams have now guided him to the city of Zanadon, unfortunately now surrounded by bloodthirsty barbarian hordes. Normally in times of turmoil, people appreciate a good tale, but as his surroundings become more hostile, he finds his gift of a glib tongue to be a bit of a curse . . . The Hunters&’ Haunt As a blizzard beats down on a mountain inn, a slighted innkeeper threatens to toss Omar out to his death in the cold. But he&’s given a chance to redeem himself by using his gift. If he can top the most outrageous tales invented by the inn&’s guests, he can stay warm. Soon, Omar creates a tale intertwining the lives of all those inside the inn, spinning relentlessly toward a single conclusion no one could have foretold . . . Praise for the Tales of Omar&“A madcap mix of outrageous prose and superlative wit.&” —Times-Colonist (Victoria, Britsh Columbia) on The Reaver Road&“A fun, very readable fantasy with agreeable, intelligent characters.&” —Metaphorosis Reviews on The Hunters&’ Haunt
Tales of Pirx the Pilot
by Stanislaw LemBrilliant stories of a bumbling astronaut, and the human desire to discover the unknown, by the much-loved author of Solaris. Set in the not-too-distant future, when space flight has evolved to the point where humanity is ready to colonize the solar system, Tales of Pirx the Pilot follows one somewhat-hapless explorer as he struggles though his training as a cadet, his career as a pilot, and his tenure as captain of a merchant ship. In these collected stories, Pirx stumbles his way through various exploits: traveling to the moon; battling mechanical malfunctions; encountering robots; and confronting questions of ambition, evolution, exploration, experimentation, and the nature of humanity itself. And in classic Pirx fashion, he faces down each dilemma with charm, curiosity, courage, and intuition. These early works by revered speculative fiction author Stanislaw Lem are filled with both the sharp insight for which he is known and a childlike innocence, making them an entertaining and thought-provoking read for science fiction fans of all ages.
Tales of Sasha 4: Princess Lessons (Tales of Sasha #4)
by Alexa PearlIn book four in the Tales of Sasha series, Sasha has to pass the Princess Test. . . . But is she princess material?Sasha has just discovered that she is a princess of the flying horses! But before she can attend to any princess duties, she has to pass a Princess Test. In order to pass, she'll have to learn how to act regal, and she'll have to learn all about the history of the flying horses. But Sasha struggles with these things, and she isn't sure what to do. Will she find a way to pass the Princess Test?
Tales of Sasha 5: The Plant Pixies (Tales of Sasha #5)
by Alexa PearlIn book 5 of the Tales of Sasha series, the Plant Pixies are after the flying horses' feathers. Can Sasha find a way to stop them?Sasha has officially become a princess, but she doesn't have time to celebrate! The plant pixies are stealing feathers from the flying horses, and if they lose too many feathers, all of their magic will disappear. Will Sasha be able to find a way to stop the plant pixies and protect her fellow flying horses?
Tales of Space and Time
by H. G. WellsTales of Space and Time is a fantasy and science fiction collection of three short stories and two novellas written by the English author and visionary H. G. Wells between 1897 and 1898. A must-read for anyone that wants amazing sci-fi entertainment, or to just have their mind melted.
Tales of Space and Time (Short Story Index Reprint Ser.)
by H. G. WellsA collection of three sci-fi short stories and two sci-fi novellas written between 1897 and 1898.
Tales of Ten Worlds
by Arthur C. ClarkeTen short science fiction stories by one of the grand masters of the field, including: I Remember Babylon, Summertime on Icarus, Out of the Cradle Endlessly Orbiting, Who's there?, Hate, Into the Comet, An Ape About the House, Saturn Rising, Let There Be Light, Death and the Senator, Trouble with Time, Before Eden, A Slight Case of Sunstroke, Dog Star, and The Road to the Sea.
Tales of Three Hemispheres
by Lord DunsanyThe Godfather of modern fantasy writing treats us to 11 short tales from "beyond the fields we know." Also included is a reprint of perhaps his best short story, "Idle Days on the Yann", and two sequels. This edition of the book contains the Foreword written in 1922 by H.P. Lovecraft(!). Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett, 18th Baron Dunsany, is regarded by many to have brought the fine art of fantasy writing up to date in the early 20th century. His style was imitated and built upon by many authors, and was admired by even more, including L. Sprague de Camp, H.P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, J.R.R. Tolkien, Evangeline Walton, Neil Gaiman, Jose Luis Borges, C.M. Kornbluth, Arthur C. Clarke - the list goes on and on. The Dunsany Barony, which continues to this day, is of Anglo-Irish stock (Castle Dunsany lies in County Meath and is almost 900 years old), and the influence of the Irish gift for language, expression, and description of things real and not real is very strong within Lord Dunsany's work. His first published collection of fantasy short stories, The Gods of Pegana (1905), was a journey into pure mythology. By the time this book was published (1919), Lord Dunsany examined the interaction of the fields we DO know with those we don't. Lord Dunsany himself appears as the narrator of some stories under the name of "The Poet". While these stories are not (perhaps) as joyously fantastic as Lord Dunsany's earlier work, they still retain the ability to let the reader enter into a place of wonder.
Tales of War
by Lord DunsanyThese artistic, subtle, little sketches of the war with a fairy-story elusiveness to them interpret, in a few pages, more than many books do. They tell of the soldiers' longings, his horror of war, the memories of springtime at home, and even descent to a delight in the work of the kaiser's barber.
Tales of Wonder
by Jane YolenA breathtaking collection of literary fairy stories from an award-winning fantasist Author Jane Yolen speaks to the ancient magic within us all in this anthology of 30 grown-up fairy stories--lovely, lyrical, poignant, sometimes frightening tales of transformations and transfigurations, magical destinies and dangerous quests, strange visions, reawakenings, and just desserts. A past winner of the Nebula Award, World Fantasy Award, and numerous other honors, Yolen takes her rightful place alongside the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, combining innovative literary style with fables that reimagine the myths of old and some of her legendary predecessors' most cherished characters: Cinderella, simple Jack, Guinevere, Icarus, and the Frog Prince. Step into Yolen's wondrous realm of magic and dreams, where a curious young woman's desire to read the future leads her to the weaver of tomorrow; a farm boy with the voice of an angel seeks out Lady Death to sing for the life of his mother; and a sow, a cow, and a mare set out together to see the world. These timeless stories tell of an eager girl's entrance into the Hall of Grief and a sunless prince who fears the vengeance of a jealous star. A tree-bound young dryad longs to dance in the spring, and a grumpy old potter pours his heart and soul into his greatest work. Yolen's stories are unforgettable tales of the heart and the spirit; they are truly tales of wonder.
Tales of Wonder
by Lord DunsanyA Tale of London Thirteen at Table The City on Mallington Moor Why the Milkman Shudders When He Perceives the Dawn The Bad Old Woman in Black The Bird of the Difficult Eye The Long Porter's Tale The Loot of Loma The Secret of the Sea How Ali Came to the Black Country (audiobook) The Bureau d'Echange de Maux A Story of Land and Sea A Tale of the Equator A Narrow Escape The Watch-tower How Plash-Goo Came to the Land of None's Desire The Three Sailors' Gambit The Exiles Club The Three Infernal Jokes
Tales of a Long Lost Leader (Epic Zero #7)
by R. L. UllmanElliott Harkness is now the leader of Next Gen, his very own team of preteen superheroes! But when they try to stop a powerful Meta villain from attacking Keystone City, Elliott discovers they're in way over their heads, resulting in absolute disaster! <p><p> Elliott's parents want Next Gen to disband for everyone's safety, but Elliott is determined to prove his team is just as good as the Freedom Force. Elliott just wants some space to work things out, but he never expected his wish to come true, because everyone age fifteen and older suddenly vanishes from the face of the Earth! What happened to all of the grown-ups? And who is trying to rule this new, kid-focused planet? But that's not all, Elliott's sister Grace is about to turn fifteen, and no one knows what will happen to her when she does! <p><p> With the responsibility of leading the next generation of heroes, will Elliott become the epic hero he's always wanted to be--or will he always be just an Epic Zero? <p><p> Epic Zero 7 is the seventh book in the hilarious, action-packed series that will entertain kids, middle school students, and adults. Epic Zero 7 includes 16 illustrated character profiles and a full glossary of superpowers.
Tales of a Major Meta Disaster (Epic Zero #6)
by R. L. UllmanElliott Harkness is always (kind of) ready to answer the call for justice. That is, until a new law is passed where all Meta heroes are required to surrender themselves to the government. But when the Freedom Force resists and gets captured by the military, Elliott is the Metas' only hope! <p><p> Elliott visits the White House to get the law reversed and discovers a sinister secret that changes everything. The shape-shifting Skelton have been on Earth for years, and they've infiltrated the highest ranks of the government! But they aren't the only ones trying to take over the planet. The dreaded Krule the Conqueror has captured the Skelton Homeworld, and now he's headed straight for Earth! <p><p> With the fate of the human race at stake, will Elliott become the epic hero he's always wanted to be-or will he always be just an Epic Zero? <p><p> Epic Zero 6 is the sixth book in the hilarious, action-packed series that will entertain kids, middle school students, and adults. Epic Zero 6 includes 16 illustrated character profiles and a full glossary of superpowers.
Tales of a Monstrous Heart: The hauntingly beautiful, slow burn Gothic Romantasy inspired by Jane Eyre
by Jennifer DelaneyBe careful of the dark and those that call it friend.Katherine Woodrow is fey, and all she wants is to graduate from the Institute of Magic. But when the prejudiced mortal council threaten her position at the institute, she is left with only one option: accept a Mage Partnership with the elusive Lord Blackthorn.Emrys Blackthorn is a riddle Kat is fearful of solving. The mysterious, cursed war hero with his stormy eyes and unpredictable ways leaves Kat with more questions than answers. What she does know is that she is irresistibly drawn to him . . . no matter how forbidden it might be.When a string of murders and fey disappearances herald the return of dark magic, Kat and Emrys are thrown into a world of ancient books that hide hideous monsters, dark fiends who play with nightmares and mortal men who wish nothing more than to see them both burn.But what haunts them both are secrets even ghosts dare not whisper, while insidious shadows lick their teeth and sharpen their claws, waiting for the moment that all tales will come to light - even the monstrous ones.
Tales of a Monstrous Heart: The instant Sunday Times bestselling gothic romantasy inspired by Jane Eyre
by Jennifer DelaneyTHE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'A sensual, gothic feast, full of forbidden romance and wild magic' Sarah Hawley, author of A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon'A richly atmospheric, darkly seductive masterclass in fantastical academia. The slow burn romance will leave you tingling' Ella McLeod, author of The Map That Led to You'A magical Jane Eyre perfect for fans of Shadow and Bone and A Discovery of Witches... I was utterly captivated from start to finish. There is a new queen of gothic fantasy and her name is Jennifer Delaney' Jen Sugden, author of High VaultageBe careful of the dark and those that call it friend.Katherine Woodrow is fey, and all she wants is to graduate from the Institute of Magic. But when the prejudiced mortal council threaten her position at the institute, she is left with only one option: accept a Mage Partnership with the elusive Lord Blackthorn.Emrys Blackthorn is a riddle Kat is fearful of solving. The mysterious, cursed war hero with his stormy eyes and unpredictable ways leaves Kat with more questions than answers. What she does know is that she is irresistibly drawn to him . . . no matter how forbidden it might be.When a string of murders and fey disappearances herald the return of dark magic, Kat and Emrys are thrown into a world of ancient books that hide hideous monsters, dark fiends who play with nightmares and mortal men who wish nothing more than to see them both burn.But what haunts them both are secrets even ghosts dare not whisper, while insidious shadows lick their teeth and sharpen their claws, waiting for the moment that all tales will come to light - even the monstrous ones.A love letter to the Brontë sisters, Tales of a Monstrous Heart is a deliciously gothic dark fantasy romance filled with magic and monsters - perfect for fans of Sarah J Maas, Raven Kennedy, and Callie Hart.
Tales of an Extraordinary Girl Complete Collection: Playing with Fire\Twice as Hot (Tales of an Extraordinary Girl #1)
by Gena ShowalterTwo classic tales from the queen of paranormal romance, Gena Showalter!Playing with FireTwenty-four-year-old barista Belle Jamison dreams of a better job and a decent love life. Until a crazy scientist spikes her mocha latte! Suddenly Belle can wield the four elements—earth, wind, fire and water—with only a thought. Coffee too hot? No problem. Hair in need of a blow-dry? Done.Gorgeous government agent Rome Masters has been sent to neutralize Belle. But he’s not the only one after her. Together they must outrun the rogue agents on their trail and find a way to control her powers. There’s just one problem: the sparks Belle and Rome generate are even hotter than the ones flying from her eyes—and with her future on the line, now is the worst possible time to fall in love….Originally published in 2006Twice as HotBelle Jamison is finally starting to feel like a normal girl again. Her job as a paranormal investigator is going well, she’s learned to control her supernatural abilities (mostly) and she’s just gotten engaged to Rome Masters, the ultra-sexy operative who once tried to neutralize her!But planning a wedding is never easy, especially when the bride keeps accidentally torching her dress, the groom returns from a dangerous mission with selective memory loss and the man responsible now wants Belle for himself. With Rome’s ex determined to win him back and a new band of supervillains on the horizon, it will take all Belle’s powers—plus a little help from her trusty empath sidekick—to save the day, salvage the wedding and prove that true love really does conquer all.Originally published in 2010
Tales of the Bounty Hunters: Star Wars
by Kevin AndersonIn a wild and battle-scarred galaxy, assassins, pirates, smugglers, and cutthroats of every description roam at will, fearing only the professional bounty hunters-amoral adventurers who track down the scum of the universe...for a fee. When Darth Vader seeks to strike at the heart of the Rebellion by targeting Han Solo and the Millennium Falcon, he calls upon six of the most successful-and feared-hunters, including the merciless Boba Fett. They all have two things in common: lust for profit and contempt for life... Featuring original stories by Kevin J. Anderson, M. Shayne Bell, Daniel Keys Moran, Kathy Tyers and Dave Wolverton. Features a bonus section following the novel that includes a primer on the Star Wars expanded universe, and over half a dozen excerpts from some of the most popular Star Wars books of the last thirty years!
Tales of the Celestial Kingdom (Celestial Kingdom #3)
by Sue Lynn TanReturn to Sue Lynn Tan’s highly acclaimed, bestselling Celestial Kingdom fantasy romance duology with this new compilation of stories from before, during, and after the events in Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior.Each chapter is illuminated with black and white illustrations by acclaimed artist, Kelly Chong, making this a truly special collection. Journey once more to the Immortal Realm, a world of gods, magic, and legendary creatures—and embark upon new adventures of valor, danger, and love.Tales from the Celestial Kingdom collects nine spellbinding stories—two previously published, seven original, including the epilogue to the duology—set in the enchanting world of Sue Lynn Tan’s stunning debut. Filled with magic and mythology, friendship and love, these stories intertwine through the past, present, and future of the two novels, told from the perspectives of multiple characters, including Chang’e, Shuxiao, Liwei, and Wenzhi.With beautiful illustrations from Kelly Chong throughout, these wondrous tales make the perfect complement to Sue Lynn Tan’s breathtaking series.
Tales of the Dominion War (Star Trek)
by Keith R. DecandidoThe Dominion War -- as seen in seasons 5,6 and 7 of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine -- introduced a major story arc to the Star Trek universe and brought the Federation closer than it had ever been to total annihilation. Against a background of conflict and chaos, alliances were made and broken, ideals compromised for the sake of survival, fortunes shifted and lives irrevocably shattered as the series explored the impact of war on combatant and civilian alike. It took countless lives and numerous acts of heroism and sacrifice on the part of many people -- human and Klingon, Bajoran and Romulan; yes, and Cardassian too -- to save the day and neutralize the threat of the Dominion. Now top Star Trek authors present twelve new stories of those whose courage helped to win the war, among them Captain Picard from Star Trek: The Next Generation and Captain Calhoun from Star Trek: New Frontier. Featured authors include Greg Cox, Peter David, Kevin Dilmore, Michael Jan Friedman, Dave Galanter, Robert Greenberger, Heather Jarman, Jeffrey Lang, David Mack, Andy Mangels, Michael A. Martin, Josepha Sherman, Susan Shwartz, Dayton Ward and Howard Weinstein.
Tales of the Dominion War: Tales of the Dominion War (Star Trek: The Next Generation)
by Keith R.A. DecandidoFor two seasons, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine® chronicled the intense struggle of the Federation, fighting alongside the Klingons and the Romulans against the overwhelming forces of the Dominion in some of the most exciting hours of television ever produced. Now, for the first time, see how the Dominion War affected the entirety of the Star Trek universe. From the heart of the Federation to the bridge of the Starship Enterprise . From the front lines of Klingon space to the darkest recesses of the Romulan Empire. From the heroic members of the Starfleet Corps of Engineers to the former crew of the U.S.S. Stargazer. From the edge of the New Frontier to the corridors of station Deep Space 9 . Some of the finest Star Trek novelists have been gathered to provide a dozen new tales from this seminal period in galactic history. Heroes from three generations -- Sisko, Picard, Spock, Kira, Calhoun, Klag, McCoy, Gold, and so many more -- brought together in these... Tales Of The Dominion War Greg Cox Peter David Keith R.A. DeCandido Michael Jan Friedman Dave Galanter Robert Greenberger Heather Jarman & Jeffrey Lang David Mack Michael A. Martin & Andy Mangels Josepha Sherman & Susan Shwartz Dayton Ward & Kevin Dilmore Howard Weinstein
Tales of the Enchanted Islands of the Atlantic
by Thomas Wentworth HigginsonHawthorne in his 'Wonder Book' has described the beautiful Greek myths and traditions, but no one has yet made similar use of the wondrous tales that gathered for more than a thousand years about the islands of the Atlantic deep. Although they are a part of the mythical period of American history, these hazy legends were altogether disdained by the earlier historians; indeed, George Bancroft made it a matter of actual pride that the beginning of the American annals was bare and literal. But in truth no national history has been less prosaic as to its earlier traditions, because every visitor had to cross the sea to reach it, and the sea has always been, by the mystery of its horizon, the fury of its storms, and the variableness of the atmosphere above it, the foreordained land of romance.