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The nightmares continue in this third installment of short horrors from P.J. Blakey-Novis. The Artist and Other Stories contains a terrifying mix of serial killers, sirens, ghosts, claustrophobia, supernatural powers, and revenge guaranteed to get your heart racing and set your nerves on edge.

When Woodsley, a young English painter, arrives in Barbados and finds no lodging available, he thinks himself fortunate to be invited to stay at Eltonsbrody, a mansion belonging to the eccentric widow Mrs Scaife. But behind the locked doors of the house’s disused rooms lurk terrible secrets, and soon strange and blood-curdling events begin to unfold. The tension builds towards a shocking and unforgettable conclusion, when the full horror of Eltonsbrody will be revealed.

Having escaped being burnt at the stake, the reluctant sorcerer Fursey is back in this sequel, trying to make a quiet life for himself as a grocer in the realm of King Ethelwulf. But when his old enemies seize his wife, Fursey resolves to embrace evil and return to Ireland to reclaim her. Along the way, he'll have to contend with bloodthirsty Vikings, a melancholy vampire, an alcoholic wizard, a lovesick cow, and Satan himself, who is more determined than ever to get his hands on Fursey's soul.

From the author of Embrace the Darkness, Tunnels takes you on six terrifying journeys full of terror and suspense. Join a group of ghost-hunters, dare to visit the Monroe house on Halloween, peek inside the marble box, and feel the fear as you meet the creatures of the night.

The sequel to HG Wells' celebrated comic novel, The History of Mr. Polly. Time has moved on for Mr. Polly. Over 10 years have passed since the tragic loss of his beloved Nancy - "Nan" as he lovingly called her. Polly thinks he should now leave the Potwell Inn to allow Nan's daughter to rightfully inherit her home and fully live her own life.

Step into the mind of the unstable, where nightmares become reality and reality is not always what it seems. Embrace the Darkness is a collection of six terrifying tales exploring the darker side of human nature and the blurred line between dreams and actuality.

The lore and everyday life of the Caucasus Region had a great impact on Mikhail Lermontov's work. In addition to serious, profound pieces with very clear Caucasus influence, like "The Hero of Our Time" and "Demon", he offers up this very traditional and slightly mischievous tale of a wandering minstrel in search of happiness.

Churchless reveals the results of a five-year study based on interviews with thousands of churchless men and women. Looking past the surface of church attendance to deeper spiritual realities, Churchless will help us understand those who choose not to be part of a church, build trust-based relationships with them, and be empowered to successfully invite them to engage.

Mastering the Knife, Volume II, of A Surgeon’s Tale, is the coming-of-age story of an Egyptian/German medical student in the hospitals of London in the 1960s. Hounded by failure, self-doubt, and cultural identity, he searches for his social and professional place in the world. The story masterfully goes beyond the biographical to encompass the people, language, and the rituals of surgical training. The author lifts the veil on the technical and moral concerns that contribute to the making of a successful surgeon.

The Emergence of Awe: Reimagining Human Progress for the 21st Century explores how humanity stands at a crossroads, where exponential technological advancement meets stagnant political and social systems. Drawing from science, philosophy and history, Hayk Sarkissian offers a bold new way of thinking – challenging us to align human values with objective reality. He questions the deep-rooted assumptions and foundations of modern society to propose a philosophical shift to empower human flourishing in the 21st century.

Get your Dragon on! Sold and sent to live on Jupiter like many other women, Phoebe only wants to get a job and live a better life than the breeders back on earth. Her little job hunt goes sideways when the King Alpha sets his sights on her. Once he leaves a hurricane alarm sets the city on lockdown until it passes. Now she's stuck in the palace with a hot shifter alpha. King Alpha Rodrick wants a mate, a partner to fill his lonely life. And when he finds her on the city streets, he'll do everything in his power to claim her.

This deeply moving narrative explores the spiritual and emotional battles David fought long before Goliath ever appeared. From ridicule and rejection to hidden callings and sacred whispers in the wind, David learns five essential principles—Vision, Courage, Self-Discipline, Perseverance, and Faith—each symbolized by a stone he carries in his pouch. The 5 Stones of David is for anyone seeking purpose, strength, and spiritual clarity in the face of life’s challenges.

When the world he once knew falls to silence, Elijah is left with nothing but memories—and a silver-furred wolf named Logain. With only each other, no direction, and whispers of darkness rising in the wilds, they must journey north across a fractured land where ancient powers stir and destiny waits in shadows.

This concise, beginner-friendly guide explains the essentials of Limited Liability Companies in clear, simple language—no legal jargon. With step-by-step instructions, it helps new entrepreneurs confidently set up an LLC, whether starting a side hustle or launching a full-time business.

I never imagined my life as a medical student would spiral into a nightmare of gunshots and hidden agendas. One moment, I’m buried in paperwork at the family clinic; the next, I’m being whisked away by Elliot—a man whose fierce protectiveness masks dangerous secrets that pull me deeper into a web of passion and treachery. As our paths intertwine amid violence and vulnerability, I find myself questioning where duty end and desire begins—and whether I’m willing to risk everything for both.

After Birth is a brutal, gory, and gross novella with no boundary left untouched, no taboo unturned, and contains scenes that might offend with savagery from the onset.

An unlikely pair - an orphan and an outcast - discover a friendship against all odds. But when one is summoned on a perilous quest to transcribe a prophetic message, they both face an uncertain future. Should compassion or bloodlust prevail? Will destiny be fulfilled or fate defied?

You're about to experience a compelling story. In Alcoholism Uncovered, Paul Macauley will take you from dark to light, from despair to hope, and from fear to confidence. What is wisdom? In my case, it's alcoholism, together with the suicidal thoughts that went with my dis-ease, and all because I didn't know the way out. Alcoholism Uncovered is a social blueprint of how to give up alcohol, but most of all how to be at peace in the world.

I’m a merciless killer. A hitman with one last job before I can quit and do what I really want with my life. It should be simple. Go to a club, find my mark, and shoot. But when I get there, things get hard. Pun intended. It’s impossible to ignore the intense, blue eyes gazing at me from the group of women on stage being sold to the highest bidder. Something primal ignites inside me the longer I stare at her. She needs me to protect her. On a snap decision, I place a bid and before I know it I own her.

Separated from his parents by a devastating fire, eight-year-old Elijah embarks on a journey guided by a simple command: "Follow the river." Alongside Cedar, a wise rabbit; Oliver, a venerable horse; and Rin, the fallen alpha, Elijah navigates their journey filled with both danger and wonder. Together, they discover that true strength lies not in solitude but in the connections they make and the lives they touch.