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Unknown
An ominous darkness spreads across the land.. but then a star begins to fall, awakening an ancient prophecy and sending two seekers on a treacherous journey into the unknown. The fate of the world now rests in the hands of a feisty princess and the lowly hunter who secretly loves her… An epic friends-to-lovers fantasy novel filled with action, adventure, hope and heartache. ★★★★★ “The author created such a realistic and believable world, that I was unable to put the book down. I felt like I was right there with the characters, going on the journey of a lifetime.” Helena F., Book reviewer. ★★★★★ “The whole trilogy read like a movie. The imagery fired the imagination. The action was non-stop. The emotional buy-in was top-rate.” Elaine H. Renfro, Book reviewer Read more$0.00$3.99 -
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Unfinished
Prequel, UNSTRUNG series. In a world where genetically-engineered humans serve as slave labor to “real” humans, ten-year-old Quinn is an anomaly. Designed with superior intelligence and physical attributes, he lives and trains at Maren DeGaul’s lakeside mansion, being readied for some mysterious purpose as dictated by Precipice Corporation. Despite the comfortable surroundings, Quinn is frequently pushed to his limits by his human guardians, often learning lessons in pain and loneliness. That all changes the day they introduce him to a new artificial, one who is both his equal and his soulmate. But when Maren decides the new artificial is flawed and should be decommissioned, it’s up to Quinn to find a way to save his only friend. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
The War of the Worlds
H.G. Wells’ monumental work, “The War of the Worlds,” delivers an electrifying and unrelenting saga of extraterrestrial invasion that ignites humanity’s primal fears and survival instincts. As ominous Martian tripods descend upon the unsuspecting Earth, chaos and terror ripple through cities and countryside alike. Amidst the devastation and panic, an unnamed narrator chronicles the harrowing struggle for survival, offering a riveting firsthand account of humanity’s battle for supremacy against an advanced and malevolent alien force. With technological marvels pitted against the grit and resourcefulness of mankind, the conflict unfolds in a cataclysmic symphony of destruction and resilience. Wells’ visionary narrative delves into the darkest corners of human psychology, exploring how ordinary lives are upended and how the veneer of civilization can swiftly crumble. As humanity grapples with the incomprehensible, “The War of the Worlds” becomes a profound exploration of vulnerability, adaptability, and the indomitable spirit that emerges in the face of unfathomable odds. A timeless classic that has enthralled generations, “The War of the Worlds” serves as a stark reminder of our place in the universe and the fragility of our dominion over our own planet. Wells’ masterful prose and vivid imagination converge to create a literary monument that continues to resonate with readers, offering both a thrilling adventure and a thought-provoking meditation on our shared humanity. Read more$0.00$4.99 -
The Forlorn Maggie: a Lizzie Borden, Girl Detective Mini-mystery
Introducing Miss Lizzie Borden of Fall River, Massachusetts, a most excellent girl detective and the most remarkable young woman ever to take on the criminal underworld. Many years before her infamous arrest and trial for the murders of her father and stepmother, Lizzie Borden pursued a career as a private consulting detective as chronicled in this clever and imaginative series of short stories. Join Lizzie as she matches wits with the Forlorn Maggie in this wry tale of mystery set in a Victorian New England mill town. When Fiona Conway, the Forlorn Maggie, seeks revenge against Fleet Footed Fleet, the savage mastermind of the B.M.C. Durfee Mutiny, Lizzie Borden must summon all of her courage and confront her own dark secret. You have met Lizzie Borden before, but never like this! Read more$0.00$0.99 -
The Sculling Boat: a Lizzie Borden, Girl Detective Mystery
Introducing Miss Lizzie Borden of Fall River, Massachusetts, a most excellent girl detective and the most remarkable young woman ever to take on the criminal underworld. Many years before her infamous arrest and trial for the murders of her father and stepmother, Lizzie Borden pursued a career as a private consulting detective as chronicled in this clever and imaginative series of short stories. The Sculling Boat tells the story of the very first mystery solved by Lizzie Borden, the Girl Detective of Fall River. When her sister Emma causes an entire boat to vanish, she believes herself to be possessed and goes to her seven year-old sister for advice. The Sculling Boat is the fifth mystery in the Lizzie Borden Girl Detective Mini-Mystery series. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
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The Melancholy Scion: a Lizzie Borden, Girl Detective Mini-mystery
Introducing Miss Lizzie Borden of Fall River, Massachusetts, a most excellent girl detective and the most remarkable young woman ever to take on the criminal underworld. Many years before her infamous arrest and trial for the murders of her father and stepmother, Lizzie Borden pursued a career as a private consulting detective as chronicled in this clever and imaginative series of short stories. When Andre de Camp, the Melancholy Scion of Fall River, joins Lizzie Borden the Girl Detective in search of a stolen industrial document, the fate of Eastern Europe rests in their hands. Can they outwit master spies to advert a world war? Who are the Sporting Boys? And what is the Arcady Society? This is Lizzie’s most exciting and romantic adventure yet! Read more$0.00$0.99 -
The Purloined Curio: a Lizzie Borden, Girl Detective Mini-mystery
Introducing Miss Lizzie Borden of Fall River, Massachusetts, a most excellent girl detective and the most remarkable young woman ever to take on the criminal underworld. Many years before her infamous arrest and trial for the murders of her father and stepmother, Lizzie Borden pursued a career as a private consulting detective as chronicled in this clever and imaginative series of short stories. When Elizabeth Wingate, a fraudulent spiritualist, comes to Fall River to exploit the grief of a bereaved widow, Lizzie Borden the Girl Detective joins forces with her cousin Sarah Borden and Homer Thesinger the Boy Inventor to protect the widow and expose a dark secret. Is the Cabinet of Curiosities haunted by the spirit of Awashuncks, Squaw Sachem of the Sakonnet? Find out in The Purloined Curio, the third mystery in the Lizzie Borden Girl Detective Mini-Mystery series. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
Dragon Storm: Dragons of Kaitstud Prequel
Nikulas, like his brothers, hates hiding the fact that dragons still exist. But their mother keeps them inside their hidden valley, away from the humans who hunted and killed the rest of her family. The longer their sister stays away, the more the peaks circling them feel like a cage. One day, Nikulas can take it no longer and flies over the mountains, determined to find her. But the world beyond their valley is wider than he’d expected. And his presence isn’t as unnoticed as he assumed. In this prequel to the Dragons of Kaitstud series, follow Nikulas as he triggers Varvaara’s fears, demonstrating to all of the continent that the dragons survived. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
Dragon Storm: Dragons of Kaitstud Prequel
Nikulas, like his brothers, hates hiding the fact that dragons still exist. But their mother keeps them inside their hidden valley, away from the humans who hunted and killed the rest of her family. The longer their sister stays away, the more the peaks circling them feel like a cage. One day, Nikulas can take it no longer and flies over the mountains, determined to find her. But the world beyond their valley is wider than he’d expected. And his presence isn’t as unnoticed as he assumed. In this prequel to the Dragons of Kaitstud series, follow Nikulas as he triggers Varvaara’s fears, demonstrating to all of the continent that the dragons survived. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
The Sun Also Rises
The quintessential novel of the Lost Generation, The Sun Also Rises is one of Ernest Hemingway’s masterpieces and a classic example of his spare but powerful writing style. A poignant look at the disillusionment and angst of the post-World War I generation, the novel introduces two of Hemingway’s most unforgettable characters: Jake Barnes and Lady Brett Ashley. The story follows the flamboyant Brett and the hapless Jake as they journey from the wild nightlife of 1920s Paris to the brutal bullfighting rings of Spain with a motley group of expatriates. It is an age of moral bankruptcy, spiritual dissolution, unrealized love, and vanishing illusions. First published in 1926, The Sun Also Rises helped to establish Hemingway as one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century. Read more -
The Secret Garden
One of the most beloved children’s books of all time and the inspiration for a feature film, a television miniseries, and a Broadway musical, The Secret Garden is the best-known work of Frances Hodgson Burnett. In this unforgettable story, three children find healing and friendship in a magical forgotten garden on the haunting Yorkshire moors. Read more -
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My Little Trainwreck
Laura Summer is desperate for a comeback. Now twenty-two, the former child star just landed the leading role in a potential blockbuster film. She’s anxious to jumpstart her failing career and clean up her public image. Scott Simmons needs money. His dream of owning the neighborhood bar seems far-fetched until Laura’s film production rolls into town and offers Scott a large sum of money to keep an eye on her. All he has to do is follow her everywhere she goes and keep her out of trouble. How difficult could it be? Scott’s willing to find out if he gets paid in the end. But there’s a catch. Laura’s the most notorious party girl in Hollywood. Keeping her on track will take everything he’s got, maybe even his heart, but falling in love with a trainwreck was never part of the deal. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
Collide
Harlow Jones has a troubled past, and a questionable future. Surrounded by death, tragedy, and intrigue, she is forced to mature long before her time. Plagued by anxiety and depression, she hides her inner turmoil with spite and sarcasm. Her thick skin is impenetrable…or so she thought. Until she becomes involved with her grade twelve English teacher. In this exclusive entry into the new adult genre, with raw style that is as dark as it is poignant, Collide presents the ultimate choice: forbidden love or doing the right thing. Read more$0.00$0.99 -
Brave New World
Welcome to the chilling and prophetic world of Aldous Huxley’s “Brave New World,” a dystopian novel that explores the dark underbelly of a seemingly perfect society.Set in the distant future, society is meticulously engineered, with every aspect of human life controlled and regulated. From birth, citizens are assigned to specific social classes and conditioned to fulfill predetermined roles. Happiness is prioritized, but it comes at a steep price—the sacrifice of individuality, personal relationships, and genuine human emotions.In this brave new world, pleasure and instant gratification reign supreme. The populace is kept docile through the use of a powerful drug called Soma, which numbs any discontent or desire for personal freedom. Monogamy is deemed archaic, and promiscuity is encouraged as a means of social stability.However, amidst this seemingly harmonious society, there are those who question the cost of such utopia. Bernard Marx, an outsider in his own community, and the enigmatic John the Savage, raised outside the confines of this controlled world, challenge the status quo and grapple with the complexity of individuality, freedom, and the true meaning of happiness.As the story unfolds, readers are confronted with thought-provoking themes such as the dangers of a technocratic society, the dehumanization of humanity, the loss of individuality, and the suppression of authentic emotions. Huxley’s haunting vision serves as a cautionary tale, warning against the perils of sacrificing human nature at the altar of progress and stability.“Brave New World” is a powerful and unsettling exploration of the human condition. It challenges readers to reflect on the balance between personal freedom and societal order, the cost of conformity, and the importance of genuine human connections in a world dominated by artificiality.With its vivid imagery, philosophical depth, and profound social commentary, Huxley’s masterpiece continues to captivate readers, urging them to question the implications of a world driven by technology, consumerism, and the relentless pursuit of superficial happiness. Read more -
Brave New World
Welcome to the chilling and prophetic world of Aldous Huxley’s “Brave New World,” a dystopian novel that explores the dark underbelly of a seemingly perfect society.Set in the distant future, society is meticulously engineered, with every aspect of human life controlled and regulated. From birth, citizens are assigned to specific social classes and conditioned to fulfill predetermined roles. Happiness is prioritized, but it comes at a steep price—the sacrifice of individuality, personal relationships, and genuine human emotions.In this brave new world, pleasure and instant gratification reign supreme. The populace is kept docile through the use of a powerful drug called Soma, which numbs any discontent or desire for personal freedom. Monogamy is deemed archaic, and promiscuity is encouraged as a means of social stability.However, amidst this seemingly harmonious society, there are those who question the cost of such utopia. Bernard Marx, an outsider in his own community, and the enigmatic John the Savage, raised outside the confines of this controlled world, challenge the status quo and grapple with the complexity of individuality, freedom, and the true meaning of happiness.As the story unfolds, readers are confronted with thought-provoking themes such as the dangers of a technocratic society, the dehumanization of humanity, the loss of individuality, and the suppression of authentic emotions. Huxley’s haunting vision serves as a cautionary tale, warning against the perils of sacrificing human nature at the altar of progress and stability.“Brave New World” is a powerful and unsettling exploration of the human condition. It challenges readers to reflect on the balance between personal freedom and societal order, the cost of conformity, and the importance of genuine human connections in a world dominated by artificiality.With its vivid imagery, philosophical depth, and profound social commentary, Huxley’s masterpiece continues to captivate readers, urging them to question the implications of a world driven by technology, consumerism, and the relentless pursuit of superficial happiness. Read more
