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Proceed With Caution: Stories and a Novella
by Patricia RattoIn the tradition of surrealist masters Julio Cortázar and Leonora Carrington, and joining contemporaries Guadalupe Nettel (Bezoar & Other Unsettling Stories) and Samanta Schweblin (Mouthful of Birds), Argentine writer Patricia Ratto's English language debut collection, Proceed With Caution, offers an alternate reality that is both mysterious and familiar. Whether it's a malevolent act born from the paranoia of living under a totalitarian regime, or the creeping sense of dread blanketing a small whaling town, the stories in Proceed With Caution linger in the memory, and make us question where the natural world ends and the supernatural begins. In "Rara Avis" a baby bird is rescued after dropping from the sky, only to transform from vulnerable creature to life-threatening menace. In the powerfully moving title story, an old woman lives out her final days accompanied by a mysterious doglike being that provides comfort even as it devours her memories. And in the novella "Submerged," an Argentine submarine crew during the Falklands War of the early 1980s navigates its way through a claustrophobic nightmare of boredom and terror, where the very meaning of being alive is cast in doubt. Translated from the Spanish by PEN/Heim award-winner Andrea G. Labinger, Proceed With Caution is a striking collection, brimming with emotion, animal instinct, and a sense of wonder that announces the arrival of a compelling new voice in Latin American literature.
The Process: A Novel (Tusk Ivories)
by Brion GysinThis novel following a “hallucinatory spiritual odyssey in the Sahara by a pot-smoking black scholar . . . will stimulate adventurous souls” (Kirkus Reviews).Ulys O. Hanson, an African-American professor of the History of Slavery, who is in North Africa on a mysterious foundation grant, sets off across the Sahara on a series of wild adventures. He first meets Hamid, a mad Moroccan who turns him on, takes him over, and teaches him to pass as a Moor. Mya, the richest woman in creation, and her seventh husband, the hereditary Bishop of the Farout Islands, also cross his path with their plans to steal the Sahara and make the stoned professor the puppet Emperor of Africa. The Process is a unique literary journey from “an idiosyncratic and restless spiritual wanderer, a jack-of-all trades who made innovative contributions to poetry, prose and the visual arts” (Publishers Weekly).
Procession of the Dead (City Trilogy #1)
by Darren ShanPROCESSION OF THE DEAD What had I done before coming to the City? I couldn't remember. It sounded crazy but my past was a blank. I could recall every step since alighting from the train, but not a single one before. Young, quick-witted, and cocksure, Capac Raimi arrives in the City determined to make his mark in a world of sweet, sinister sin. He finds the City is a place of exotic dangers: a legendary assassin with snakes tattooed on his face who moves like smoke, blind Incan priests whom no one seems to see, a kingpin who plays with puppets, and friends who mysteriously disappear as though they never existed. Then Capac crosses paths with The Cardinal, and his life changes forever. The Cardinal is the City, and the City is The Cardinal. They are joined at the soul. Nothing moves on the streets, or below them, without The Cardinal's knowledge. His rule is absolute. When Capac discovers how deeply The Cardinal has influenced his life, he is faced with hard choices that conflict with his soaring ambition. To find his way, Capac must know himself and what he is capable of. But how can you trust yourself when you can't remember your past?
Procyon’s Promise: 2020 Edition (The Makers #2)
by Michael McCollumFor millennia, the Makers’ Life Probes explored the farthest reaches of space in search of the secret behind faster-than-light speed. In the 21st century, the people of Earth made a pact with this far-flung civilization—all of the Makers’ intelligence in exchange for help in their mission.Three hundred years later, descendants of the original Maker expedition have returned to Earth in a starship. They find a world that has forgotten the generations-old contract.No matter. The Makers have overcome far greater obstacles in their single-minded drive to redeem a promise made before any of them were born…
Procyon's Promise
by Michael MccollumFor hundreds of millennia, the Makers' robot probes had slowly crossed space in search of a faster-than-light drive. To each race encountered along the way, the same offer was made--all the Makers' immense knowledge in return for a fast interstellar drive or help in finding one. Among the species that accepted the offer was Mankind. And 24th-Century Earth had been made very comfortable because of it But the Community of Nations was about to learn that a promise is a contract--and the Makers would collect for breach. Then Chryse saw the ship. It was spherical and getting larger by the second. This was no rich man's yacht. If anything, it was the biggest spacecraft she had ever seen. ¯' But its size was hardly worth mentioning when compared to the vessel's obvious peculiarity. For almost as long as men had built spaceships, their craft had ridden on tails of plasma fire yet the newcomer was decelerating with no signs of a drive flare. Whatever shipyard had built the craft, it wouldn't be found anywhere in the Solar System. Mankind, it seemed, was about to welcome its second visitor from the stars.
Prodigal
by Marc D. GillerOnce an elusive hammerjack plunged into a virtual world of code, Lea Prism has been reborn as a corporate spook, hell-bent on ridding the universe of the anti-tech Inru terrorists. Their attempt to accelerate evolution robbed her of her once chance for happiness. Now the man she loved is nothing but a disembodied consciousness–and part of the computer matrix she has sworn to defend. But from the depths of a Martian volcano to the radioactive wasteland of Chernobyl, the Inru have launched one last offensive–giving rise to a final scenario more terrifying than anyone could imagine. The forces of technology are poised to distort the very worst of what nature has to offer...and the stage is set for battle.
The Prodigal Mage (Fisherman's Children #1)
by Karen MillerMany years have passed since the last great Mage War. It has been a time of great change. But not all changes are for the best, and Asher's world is in peril once more. The weather magic that holds Lur safe is failing, and the earth feels broken to those with the power to see. Among Lur's sorcerers, only Asher has the skill to mend the antique weather map that governs the seasons, keeping the land from being crushed by natural forces. Yet, when Asher risks his life to meddle with these dangerous magics, the crisis is merely delayed, not averted. Asher's son Rafel has inherited the father's talents, but has been forbidden to use them. Many died in the last Mage War and these abilities aren't to be loosed lightly into the world. But when Asher's last desperate attempt to repair the damage leaves him on his deathbed, Rafel's powers may not be denied. For his countrymen are facing famine, devastation, and a rift in the very fabric of their land.
The Prodigal Mage: Book One of the Fisherman's Children (Fisherman's Children)
by Karen Miller'Strong characters with clear viewpoints carry the story forward . . . this new series shows great potential' - Publishers Weekly'Ms. Miller is wonderfully talented in building her worlds and in filling them with well-developed characters that are believable in their thoughts and actions.' - Darquereviews.com on The Prodigal MageThe weather magic that holds the kingdom of Lur safe is failing, and the earth feels broken to those with the power to see. Among Lur's sorcerers only Asher has the skill to mend the antique weather map that governs the seasons, keeping the land from being crushed by natural forces. Yet when Asher risks his life to meddle with these dangerous magics, the crisis is merely delayed, not averted. Asher's son Rafel has inherited his father's talents, but has been forbidden to use them. Many died in the last Mage War and these abilities aren't to be loosed lightly into the world. But when Asher's last desperate attempt to repair the damage leaves him on this deathbed, Rafel's powers may not be denied. For his countrymen are facing famine, devastation and a rift in the very fabric of their land.Return to the world of Karen Miller's bestselling The Innocent Mage.Books by Karen Miller:Kingmaker, Kingbreaker SeriesThe Innocent MageThe Awakened MageA Blight of MagesGodspeakerEmpress of MijakThe Riven KingdomThe Hammer of GodFisherman's ChildrenThe Prodigal MageThe Reluctant MageTarnished CrownThe Falcon ThronePrince of Glass
Prodigal of Martial Dao: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Jin GuChuanQiHe was a racketeering little beggar, yet he had inadvertently obtained a strange book on martial arts … He was a chivalrous young master, but because of his father, he was despised by all martial artists … The little beggar saved the young master of the rich family, and thus saved the lives of all the people in the world … [Close]
Prodigal of Martial Dao: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Jin GuChuanQiHe was a racketeering little beggar, yet he had inadvertently obtained a strange book on martial arts … He was a chivalrous young master, but because of his father, he was despised by all martial artists … The little beggar saved the young master of the rich family, and thus saved the lives of all the people in the world … [Close]
Prodigal Son (The Truthseers #1)
by Debra MullinsProdigal Son—the new paranormal romance from acclaimed historical romance author Debra MullinsBounty hunter Rafe Montana is a Seer, descended from the fabled Atlanteans. He uses his inherited power to "see" criminals across the globe and track them down, and he's just started on a new case. Danny Cangialosi is accused of disappearing with a stolen car…but for the first time in his life, when Rafe goes looking, he is unable to "see" him. Instead, his search leads him to Danny's stubborn, meddling, and very cute stepsister, Cara McGaffigan.Cara is looking for Danny, too, but not to turn him in. He is her brother, after all, and she's convinced he has a good heart. If she can just find him before the cops do, she'll figure out a way to get him out of this. But Cara didn't count on a scorching-hot bounty hunter getting in her way. Despite instant chemistry, Rafe and Cara know they're never going to see eye-to-eye when it comes to Danny. What they don't know is that Danny didn't just steal a car—he stole a precious stone, a stone right out of the legends of Atlantis. It holds powers they can only dream of…and its owner wants it back.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The Prodigal Sun
by Philip E. HighPower-Greedy.Men wished to rule the world, but one man stood in their way. Peter Duncan came from the planet Mattrain - but who was he? Was he human? If so, whence came his vastly superior intellect and technical knowledge? These were mysteries the Administration feared - because they could not find the answer to them. Too late they saw danger. For, by then, Peter Duncan had escaped and taken refuge in the Devastated Areas, from which he continued his fight to save the human race from final utter destruction. But then, he had a reason. Martha of the chestnut hair and striking beauty, who alone knew his secret and who taught him how to love.
The Prodigal Sun
by Philip E. HighPower-Greedy.Men wished to rule the world, but one man stood in their way. Peter Duncan came from the planet Mattrain - but who was he? Was he human? If so, whence came his vastly superior intellect and technical knowledge? These were mysteries the Administration feared - because they could not find the answer to them. Too late they saw danger. For, by then, Peter Duncan had escaped and taken refuge in the Devastated Areas, from which he continued his fight to save the human race from final utter destruction. But then, he had a reason. Martha of the chestnut hair and striking beauty, who alone knew his secret and who taught him how to love.
The Prodigal Sun (Evergence #1)
by Sean Williams Shane DixMorgan Roche, commander in the intelligence arm of the Commonwealth Empires, has been charged with protecting the AI known as The Box on a secret voyage across the galaxy. But en route her ship is ambushed by the Dato Bloc, and she is forced to crash-land on a nearby prison planet.MAROONED ON SCIACCA&’S WORLD:Battling deadly inmates and treacherous guards, she fights her way through a hostile environment toward her only hope of escape, the mysterious Adoni Cane at her side. A genetically enhanced warrior with a past not even he can fathom, he could be the savior of the human race, or its downfall--but either way, Morgan Roche won&’t survive without him…&“THE PRODIGAL SUN is a close-knit personal story told on a galaxy-sized canvas. Filled with action as well as intriguing ideas.&” --Kevin J Anderson&“With echoes of vintage Jack Williamson and Poul Anderson, as well as Niven, Asimov and Vinge, Williams and Dix proudly continue a vital tradition, proving SF as diverse a field as ever.&” --Asimov's&“[A] very satisfying classic Golden Age-style yarn…. strongly recommended&” --Locus&“Space opera of the ambitious, galaxy-spanning sort... fast and furious action.&” --New York Review of SF
The Prodigal Troll
by Charles Coleman FinlayEnter a world of trolls and demons and dagger-toothed lions, where a human child lost in the wilderness has to give up his destiny to find himself. Adopted by a mother troll grieving for her own lost child and christened 'Maggot' by his foster father, the human boy grows up among creatures hostile to his very existence. As a young man, he decides to return to his home to find out what it means to be human.
Prodigals
by Alan Dean FosterIf they&’re coming for us, who&’s coming for them? A first contact novel from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Relic. The galaxy is vast, and not everything is what it seems. The invasion we always feared is here. Which begs the question: what do the invaders fear? If not us, then what . . . or who? And what happens to the would-be peacemakers when they find themselves in the middle of something else? Something dangerous, something highly advanced, and . . . something familiar? If humanity is wise, we will prepare for everything we can imagine. But we cannot prepare for what we cannot imagine. It might be benign, it might be malign, or it might be a sign. You just have to know where to look. Praise for Alan Dean Foster &“Provocative.&” —The Washington Post &“One of the most consistently inventive and fertile writers of science fiction and fantasy.&” —The Times &“Alan Dean Foster is a master of creating alien worlds.&” —SFRevu &“Foster knows how to spin a yarn.&” —Starlog &“Foster does a fine job with his misfit heroes and even with his minor characters.&” —Publishers Weekly
Prodigal's Return (Deathlands #100)
by James AxlerThe landmark 100th episode of the popular series. Searching for an operational redoubt, Ryan and his companions go up against a ruthless band of coldhearts. Seeing his long-lost son is a shock--especially when Dean shoots and wounds his father in a firefight. Original.
Prodigies of Sci-Fi: Limited Edition I (Prodigies of Sci-Fi #1)
by Rosalie Skinner Cyrus Keith John B. Rosenman Joanne Elder4 Sci-Fi novels in 1: Exiled: Autumn's Peril by Rosalie Skinner...Hunted by off world assassins, haunted by ghosts, homesick for a planet light-years away, Caleath's quest is to survive and escape. / Becoming NADIA by Cyrus Keith, Epic Winner..."What's one more little white lie?" Inspector of the Cross by John B. Rosenman...Across four millenna, Turtan, our greatest hero, battles to save all humanity from invincible aliens. Spectra by Joanne Elder...What happens when the fragile line between genius and insanity is drawn with the blood of an entire species?
Prodigies of Young Adult: Limited Edition II
by Troy H. Gardner N. W. Harris Christina Weigand Erin Callahan Margaret Fieland4 YA novels in 1: Joshua's Tree by N.W. Harris...Chased by flesh-eating mutants and aided by an overbearing warrior princess, brainy Joshua must save the future--from himself. Relocated by Margaret Fieland...On planet Aleyne, a teenage boy discovers a terrorist plot and learns more than his own life is at risk. Palace of the Twelve Pillars by Christina Weigand...When Prince Joachim is kidnapped and twin Brandan attempts a rescue, both will search their faith and familial loyalty. Wakefield by Erin Callahan and Troy H. Gardner...Troubled teens Max and Astrid bond while questioning the true nature of the psychiatric treatment facility where they are forced to live.
Prodigies of Young Adult: Limited Edition I
by Donna Mcdunn Mary Waibel Stuart R. West Meradeth Houston4 YA novels in 1: Quest of the Hart by Mary Waibel...A reverse Sleeping Beauty tale where the princess goes on the quest to save the prince. Colors Like Memories by Meradeth Houston...Julia has a secret: she killed the guy she loved. It was an accident--sort of. Tex, the Witch Boy by Stuart R. West...Someone is killing the bullies of Clearwell High...what's your average teenage boy witch to do? Nightmares by Donna McDunn...Emily must accept her gift of clairvoyance and remember her past, when a psychopath returns to kill again.
Prodigy (Legend #2)
by Marie LuJune and Day arrive in Vegas just as the unthinkable happens: the Elector Primo dies, and his son Anden takes his place. With the Republic edging closer to chaos, the two join a group of Patriot rebels eager to help Day rescue his brother and offer passage to the Colonies. They have only one request--June and Day must assassinate the new Elector. It's their chance to change the nation, to give voice to a people silenced for too long. But as June realizes this Elector is nothing like his father, she's haunted by the choice ahead. What if Anden is a new beginning? What if revolution must be more than loss and vengeance, anger and blood--what if the Patriots are wrong? In this highly-anticipated sequel to the New York Times bestseller Legend, Lu delivers a breathtaking thriller with high stakes and cinematic action.
The Productions of Time: The Wrong End Of Time, The Ladder In The Sky, And The Productions Of Time
by John Brunner"One of the most important science fiction authors. Brunner held a mirror up to reflect our foibles because he wanted to save us from ourselves."--SF SiteFor each generation, there is a writer meant to bend the rules of what we know. Hugo Award winner (Best Novel, STAND ON ZANZIBAR) and British science fiction master John Brunner remains one of the most influential and respected authors of all time, and now E-Reads is pleased to re-introduce many of his classic works. For readers familiar with his vision, it's a chance to re-examine his thoughtful worlds and words, while for new readers, Brunner's work proves itself the very definition of timeless.In THE PRODUCTIONS OF TIME, Murray Douglas has beaten his alcohol addiction, needs a new acting job and can't be choosy. Then he ends up in an isolated country estate with every move being recorded by what appear to be alien instruments, every deviant desire and weakness constantly prodded and encouraged and self destruction the order of the day, every day. What is the goal of the production? Who (or what) will ever see the show? Will he (or anyone) survive the ordeal? The show must go on...
The Productions of Time
by John BrunnerUntil he became an alcoholic, Murray Douglas was one of Britain's leading actors. Now, after treatment, he's ready to resume his career, but his first come-back part isn't exactly what he thought it would be. The idea was to create an avant-garde play where the actors made up the script as they rehearsed. Unusual but hardly frightening. What was frightening was the rest of the cast. Like Murray, they all had some kind of craving. And each of them was given access to whatever had addicted them. It was doubtful if the play would ever entertain the public. But it seemed to entertain the director . . .(First published 1967)
The Productions of Time
by John BrunnerUntil he became an alcoholic, Murray Douglas was one of Britain's leading actors. Now, after treatment, he's ready to resume his career, but his first come-back part isn't exactly what he thought it would be. The idea was to create an avant-garde play where the actors made up the script as they rehearsed. Unusual but hardly frightening. What was frightening was the rest of the cast. Like Murray, they all had some kind of craving. And each of them was given access to whatever had addicted them. It was doubtful if the play would ever entertain the public. But it seemed to entertain the director . . .(First published 1967)
La profecía (Kate y sus hermanas #Volumen 2)
by Jessica SpotswoodKate, Tess y Maura son las únicas que pueden salvar a la hermandad de brujas... Pero, ¿a qué precio? ¿Puede haber algo peor que ser una bruja adolescente encerrada en un convento? Kate, Tess y Maura deben esconderse allí ahora que la Hermandad se ha puesto a perseguir a las brujas con más fuerza que nunca. Además, las hermanas Cahill son las protagonistas de una extraña profecía y de ellas depende que las brujas recuperen el poder o quela magia desaparezca para siempre. Kate deberá tomar decisiones difíciles, desafiando su destino y explotando su don. Y además está su amor por Finn, un miembro de la Hermandad. Un amor que ahora parece más imposible que nunca.