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The World of Yesod - Air (The World of Yesod #1)
by Marzia BosoniYesod is a world made up of four kingdoms, each taking its name and character from one of the four primordial elements: Air, Water, Earth and Fire. The four kingdoms are on the verge of civil war, due to the disappearance of the ancient Power, the magic that held them together, stolen by an Enemy who has already been beaten once but never completely defeated. Four young chosen ones, one from each kingdom, must go in search of the Keys of Power, the legendary talismans that will allow them to open the gates of the fortress of Atai, where the Power was guarded, which now lies closed and empty. Avir, Mayim, Karka and Esh, through adventures and dangers, undergo a process of discovery, learning to know themselves and to understand that victory and deliverance can only come from combining their strengths and differences.
The World of Yesod - Earth (The World of Yesod #2)
by Marzia BosoniContinuing the story of Avir, Karka, Esh and Mayim who, having faced the dangers of the kingdom of Air, now find themselves crossing a dry and desolate country: the fertile and luxuriant kingdom of Earth is succumbing to the drought caused by the Enemy, which may even be waiting for the young Seekers right in the capital, Oldstone. From the unstable border hills to the caverns under the capital, and eventually reaching the distant Hills of Dorim, the friends continue their search for the legendary Key of Earth through dangers and puzzles, but also start bringing to light some truths about the history of the whole land of Yesod.
The World of Yesod - Fire (The World of Yesod #4)
by Marzia BosoniThe chosen ones have reached the kingdom of Fire, where the fourth and final Key of the Power awaits them. Before they can retrieve the final amulet and complete their mission, though, the Company of Seekers will again be put to the test: this time it is Mayim and Esh who have to find their way through pain, loss and treachery. While the Enemy’s plan to destroy the Power emerges from the past, and its threat grows as the chosen ones come closer to the truth, their journey helps them uncover new evidence of the importance of their mission. From the gigantic Baar of Hot Well to the dark Zalyan of Slowfire, new friends contribute to their understanding of the truth, while the extraordinary magic of the Keys begins to reveal itself to support their mission. That same magic, though, could keep the Power out of Yesod for ever. When the Gorge of Flame releases its treasure, the chosen ones will hold the destiny of the four kingdoms in their hands.
The World of Yesod - Water (The World of Yesod #3)
by Marzia BosoniThe truth about the disappearance of the Power and the identity of the Enemy is a puzzle for which Avir and his friends find new pieces every day but which they have not yet managed to solve. As, one after another, the predictions of the Zalyan in Silverlight seem to be proved right, the chosen ones face difficulties that could cause the Company of Seekers to fall apart completely. The arrival of a legendary figure – the Errant – could mean a turning point in the mission but also raises new questions about its nature. From the unexplored marshes and wilderness of the kingdom of Earth to the unfathomably deep waters of the Great Sweet Lake, the Key of the kingdom of Water requires Mayim to face the hardest test: the truth.
The World of the End
by Ofir Touché GaflaAs an epilogist, Ben Mendelssohn appreciates an unexpected ending. But when that denouement is the untimely demise of his beloved wife, Ben is incapable of coping. Marian was more than his life partner; she was the fiber that held together all that he is. And Ben is willing to do anything, even enter the unknown beyond, if it means a chance to be with her again. One bullet to the brain later, Ben is in the Other World, where he discovers a vast and curiously secular existence utterly unlike anything he could have imagined: a realm of sprawling cities where the deceased of every age live an eternal second life, and where forests of family trees are tended by mysterious humans who never lived in the previous world. But Ben cannot find Marian. Desperate for a reunion, he enlists an unconventional afterlife investigator to track her down, little knowing that his search is entangled in events that continue to unfold in the world of the living. It is a search that confronts Ben with one heart-rending shock after another; with the best and worst of human nature; with the resilience and fragility of love; and with truths that will haunt him through eternity.
The World's Desire (Rediscovered Classics)
by Andrew Lang H. Rider HaggardThe World&’s Desire begins with Odysseus utterly alone. His kingdom of Ithaca is an empty, abandoned wasteland. His beloved wife Penelope is dead. His patron goddess Athena has forsaken him. But then Aphrodite visits Odysseus and sends him on a quest to find the world&’s desire, the face that launched a thousand ships: the woman he once knew as Helen of Troy. Armed with his legendary bow, Odysseus&’s final journey takes him to a court riven by murderous factions, ruled by a queen who is haunted by dreams of Odysseus&’s face . . .
The World's End (A Hundred Names for Magic #3)
by Rin ChupecoThe thrilling conclusion to the A Hundred Names for Magic trilogy is not your average fairytale. An unforgettable alternative history fairy-tale series from the author of The Bone Witch about found family, modern day magic, and finding the place you belong.It's been three months since the Snow Queen and OzCorp infiltrated Maidenkeep and nearly seized the Nine Maidens. Ryker is still unconscious and the rest of the group is feeling the effects of the prolonged war. Not to mention that Abigail Fey's curse has far-reaching consequences, and many in the Royal States have been using it to stir unrest and hostilities against Avalon. When the Adarna, a firebird-like creature appears in Avalon, the gang discovers it is one of seven magical artifacts that the Snow Queen has been searching for, in her bid to open a portal to Buyan-a place that could grant her tremendous power. Determined to find the artifacts first the Bandersnatchers find information about the other five: The Singing Bone, The Hamelin Flute, The Tamatebako, The Lotus Lanternm The Raskovnik, and The Wonderland Tree.But the Snow Queen will stop at nothing to get to the relics first. And as the final battle approaches, both sides will lose the ones they love as the fight to save or destroy Avalon finally comes to be.
The World's Favorite Ghost Stories: 13 Creepy Tales
by Tony BrueskiA world of horror—bewitching tales of ghosts, spirits, and spooksGather 'round for ominous tales of the paranormal that'll have you looking over your shoulder to make sure you're actually alone. The World's Favorite Ghost Stories is a carefully curated collection of hair-raising ghost stories from around the world meant to thrill and ensnare you.Crack open this book for unsettling ghost stories that'll get under your skin. These peculiar tales from different corners of the world (including the United Kingdom, India, and the United States) are so vivid that they almost feel real. But they couldn't be—could they?...In The World's Favorite Ghost Stories you'll find:Eerie artwork—This artfully illustrated anthology is packed with ghoulish images that will haunt your dreams long after you've put it down.Ghosts around the globe—Get spooked with creepy ghost stories about the jikininki from Japan, sinister specters from South Africa, the ominous silence in Russia, and many more.Spine-chilling stories—These ghastly tales will leave spooky-story connoisseurs white as a ghost...and wanting more.Curl up and creep out with The World's Favorite Ghost Stories—you'll have a scary-good time!
The World's Favorite Ghost Stories: Ghastly Ghosts, Spooky Spirits, and Other Creepy Tales
by Tony BrueskiExperience 13 harrowing tales of the mysterious and the macabre!Gather 'round for ominous tales of the paranormal that'll have you looking over your shoulder to make sure you're actually alone. This curated collection of hair-raising scary stories from across the world will thrill and ensnare. Read them with the lights off—if you dare.Eerie artwork — This artfully illustrated anthology is sprinkled with sinister black-and-white sketches that will haunt your dreams long after you've put it down.Ghosts around the globe — Find stories that include the jikininki from Japan, supernatural specters from Ireland, the ominous silence in Russia, and other classic horror stories.Spine-chilling stories — These creepy tales feature stories from the 19th and 20th centuries like The Yellow Wallpaper and Lost Hearts that will leave horror fans wanting more.Curl up and get spooked with this haunting ghost stories book.
The World's Most Notorious Greek: The Surprise Bollywood Baby (born Into Bollywood) / The World's Most Notorious Greek (Mills And Boon Modern Ser.)
by Jackie AshendenA thrilling kiss with a stranger paves the way for an explosive wedding night in this wonderfully angsty marriage of convenience romance by Jackie Ashenden.The price of his ring:Passion… But at what cost?To defy the father who refused to acknowledge him and gain his rightful inheritance, Achilles Templeton must wed and have a son. For a famous playboy like him, such conditions seem impossible. Until he meets the perfect bride right next door…Innocent Willow Hall has exhausted her spirit—and bank account—caring for a father who never truly loved her. Achilles&’s proposition is an outlandish lifeline! But it&’s not the terms of their convenient marriage that scare her… It&’s the all-consuming fire Achilles unleashes within her!From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
The World's Worst Fairy Godmother
by Bruce CovilleEvery spell Maybelle Clodnowski casts seems to backfire causing magical mix-ups that throw the entire town into an uproar. Then she discovers a secret enemy is working against her. Can a good heart triumph over bad magic?
The World's Worst Fairy Godmother
by Bruce CovilleA hapless fairy godmother faces her toughest assignment yet: a perfect little girl whom she must teach to be normal Maybelle was only trying to help. Maybe that's the problem--every time she tries to help, her magic makes things worse. This time, her spell was supposed to turn a frog into a prince, but instead it turned a princess into a frog! For more than a century, every spell she's cast has backfired, and now her boss is fed up. She has one last chance to make things right--or she'll lose her wings forever. With the help of the legendary fairy godmother Edna Prim, Maybelle takes charge of a snooty young girl named Susan whose only problem is that she's too perfect. Maybelle's job is to help Susan learn to be a regular kid, but there's a mischief-loving imp working against her. Saving Susan will take a new kind of spell--and a special brand of magic that only Maybelle has to offer. This ebook features an illustrated personal history of Bruce Coville including rare images from the author's collection.
The World-Famous Nine
by Ben GutersonIn this thrilling mystery from an award-winning author, Zander is determined to do whatever it takes to save his grandmother&’s nineteen-story out-of-this-world department store—perfect for fans of The Swifts and The Mysterious Benedict Society. Zander Olinga&’s grandmother is the owner of the fabled Number Nine Plaza, the spectacular nineteen-story skyscraper. The Nine, as it&’s called, has everything imaginable, including a massive Ferris wheel on its rooftop, monorail tracks suspended from its ceiling, and twenty-five glass elevators. But there&’s something evil looming in the shadows, and strange accidents start befalling the guests. When Zander and his friend Natasha come across a series of inscriptions hidden throughout the walls of The Nine, they discover that the clues will lead them to a magical object which protects the store&’s very existence. With the future of The Nine on the line, the pair are determined to recover the mysterious object before the luxury plaza and its many guests are destroyed. Featuring an unforgettable setting and a larger-than-life cast of characters, here&’s a spellbinding mystery involving puzzles, art, and high-stakes adventure.
The World-Thinker and Other Stories
by Jack VanceThis volume includes Vance's first published story ("The World-Thinker") and a selection of other stories including the novella "Telek".Contents: The World-Thinker, Dream Castle ("I'll Build Your Dream Castle"), Seven Exits from Bocz, The God and the Temple Robber ("The Temple of Han"), Telek, Men of The Ten Books, D.P., Noise ("Music of the Spheres"), The Absent Minded Professor ("First Star I See Tonight"; "Murder Observed"), The Devil On Salvation Bluff, Where Hesperus Falls, The Phantom Milkman, A Practical Man's Guide, The House Lords, The SecretAll Jack Vance titles in the SFGateway use the author's preferred texts, as restored for the Vance Integral Edition (VIE), an extensive project masterminded by an international online community of Vance's admirers. In general, we also use the VIE titles, and have adopted the arrangement of short story collections to eliminate overlaps.
The Worldbreaker Saga Omnibus
by Kameron HurleyCollecting The Mirror Empire, Empire Ascendant, and The Broken Heavens together for the first time in one digital edition with bonus content from the author.The Mirror Empire: When a shadowy force threatens their world, an orphan blood mage, novice fighter, and illegitimate ruler must unite fractured nations – and confront their own darker natures.Empire Ascendant: In this devastating sequel to The Mirror Empire, Kameron Hurley transports us back to a land of blood mages and sentient plants, dark magic, and warfare on a scale that spans worlds.The Broken Heavens: With more refugees from ravaged lands passing through the soft seams between worlds every day, time is running out for the Tai Mora and the last of the Dhai. Only one ruler, one nation, one world can survive. Who will be saved, and who will be sacrificed, when the heavens finally break?
The Worlds Trilogy: Worlds, Worlds Apart, and Worlds Enough and Time (The Worlds Trilogy #1)
by Joe HaldemanThe acclaimed author of The Forever War imagines a future in which most of humanity has abandoned Earth for man-made habitats orbiting the troubled world. In Worlds, Worlds Apart, and Worlds Enough and Time, the Hugo and Nebula Award–winning author imagines a near future rife with exhilarating and terrifying possibilities, when hundreds of thousands of human beings have abandoned the Earth&’s surface to live in man-made habitats orbiting the troubled planet. Haldeman&’s science fiction saga follows Marianne O&’Hara, a young inhabitant of the World known as New New York, from her arrival on Earth as a student who becomes seduced by radical politics, through her coming of age amid the Worlds&’ war and the habitats&’ devastation, and ultimately to Marianne&’s emergence as a leader—and possibly the last hope of the human race as it heads toward the stars. Stephen King said of the first book in Haldeman&’s trilogy, &“There are scenes in Worlds I will remember forever.&” These gripping novels will enthrall anyone interested in the future—that of our planet and of the human race.
The Worlds of Clifford Simak
by Clifford D. SimakSOME OF the worlds of Clifford Simak are located on Earth now; some are at the ends of the galaxy. Others are in the far future, and some turn the corner into a universe of more than four dimensions. In all there is that sense of wonder and imagination that is the hallmark of the best of science fiction.
The Worlds of Clifford Simak
by Clifford D. SimakSome of the worlds of Clifford Simak are located on Earth now; some are at the ends of the galaxy. Others are in the far future, and some turn the corner into a universe of more than four dimensions. In all there is that sense of wonder and imagination that is the hallmark of the best of science fiction.<P> You need no M.I.T. degree to understand and enjoy a Simak story. It is always the people who hold the center of the story, not the scientific gadgets. Even the Interplanetary Exploratory Rocket with the electronic mind, who is the heroine of "Lulu," is not merely a cold, calculating circuit; she is a pushover for poetry and she falls in love. There is humor in many of Simak's stories and occasionally, when you least expect it, a sudden lightning flash that freezes the blood. In all the stories there are imaginative, thought-provoking ideas. "Honorable Opponent," a story of a battle between the galaxies, suggests a new and sensible way to wage war. "Death Scene" hints that the ability to predict what will happen twenty-four hours in advance may not be as pleasant a prospect as you might think. "Dusty Zebra" describes the predicament of a man who found out that caveat emptor can be a dangerous policy when trading with a mysterious, unseen inhabitant of another-dimensional world.<P> Don't expect any bug-eyed monsters here, but keep a sharp eye out for extra-terrestrial aliens who turn up living quietly on the farm just down the road. Beware the little man who has a brand-new gimmick for selling real estate, and look with suspicion even on the small, friendly, four-footed woodland creatures, one of whom is here capable of thinking rings around the whole U. S. Air Force. Warning! Brace yourselves for the final, unexpected, sometimes chilling endings that are a Simak specialty.
The Worlds of If
by Stanley Grauman WeinbaumWeinbaum introduces another short story featuring the characters of Haskel van Manderpootz and Dixon Wells. Dixon Wells has become infamous for his tardiness and in "The Worlds of If", Wells explores the world of of if's, time travel, and missed opportunities.
The Worlds of Joe Shannon
by Frank M. RobinsonStrumming a harp while floating on a white cloud might be Paradise for some people, but it would bore others stiff. Given an unlimited chance to choose your ideal world, what would you specify—palaces or log cabins?
The Worlds of Science Fiction
by Robert P. MillsRobert P. Mills's Introduction: A large proportion of the freshest, most stimulating fiction of our times is being done in the taboo-free field of science fantasy, and this anthology's purpose is to offer prime examples of that statement. The selections come from the pens of a clutch of distinguished writers who have occasionally or often investigated the vistas which are opened up when the fences of reality are levelled. As a bonus-each story is a favorite, on one count or another, of its author, and the author in each instance has attached a note explaining why. And the epilogue, from Alfred Bester, looks into the problems of an author asked to name his favorites among his own works ... in the course of which he tells a multitude of stories. The stories here are not exclusively pure science fiction, though there are some examples present-the intention is to offer a wide variety of stories which will be intriguing and intelligible to the general reader as well as to the fan of science fiction (which last, in its more specialized forms, requires, for understanding, a scientific bent and some knowledge of what has been done in the field). The range in time is from the distant past to the far future, and in setting, from this world to outer space. There are familiar social backgrounds, and new ones that man may come to one day, or strive toward, or strive to avoid; there are aliens and robots and the people who live next door; there is man as he was, as he is, and as he may be. There is space travel, and mind travel and time travel and stasis; there is hope, and there is despair. There is one constant-man. And what all these stories attempt to do in one way or another is find a new vantage point from which to look at that curious beast in his endlessly various, noble and ignoble aspects.
The Worm Ouroboros
by Eric Rücker EddisonA fantastic and stylized story of a protracted war between domineering King Gorice of Witchland and the Lords of Demonland in an medieval world reminiscent of Norse sagas.
The Worm Ouroboros: Large Print (Barnes And Noble Library Of Essential Reading Ser.)
by E. R. EddisonWhen J.R.R. Tolkiens The Lord of the Rings was published, reviewers saw that there was only one book with which it could legitimately be compared: E.R. Eddison's classic fantasy adventure The Worm Ouroboros.Set on a distant planet of spectacular beauty and peopled by Lords and Kings, mighty warriors and raven-haired temptresses, Eddison's extravagant story, of a great war for total domination, is an unforgettable work of splendour.
The Worm Ouroboros: Large Print (Barnes And Noble Library Of Essential Reading Ser.)
by E. R. EddisonDemonland and Witchland wage war in this massively influential fantasy classic With the arrival of a Witchland envoy making demands of Demonland&’s chief lords, peace between the two lands is irrevocably shattered. The chief lords Juss and Spitfire send their brother Goldry to defeat the witch king. Though he is initially victorious, Goldry ultimately gets captured, leaving it up to his brothers to rescue him. So begins a fantasy adventure whose influence has endured for nearly a century. The Worm Ouroboros is an undisputed classic of fantasy literature, and has been an avowed influence on the likes of J. R. R. Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, and Ursula K. Le Guin. Entirely immersive and written in near-Elizabethan tongue, the novel takes readers on an unforgettable ride across the plane of Mercury, flanked by soaring hippogriffs, with an unforgettable finish that impresses as much now as it did nearly a century ago. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.